City announces July 3 fireworks show details
Express staff
The city of Winters will host its annual fireworks show on Thursday, July 3, at Dr. Sellers Football Field. The fireworks will be displayed over the Winters High School baseball fields.
Three entrance gates are available to the public, which open at 5 p.m. Gate 1 is on Grant Avenue. Gate 2 (near the stadium bleachers) and Gate 3 (closer to the baseball field) are along Hemenway Street. Gate 2 is the designated ADA dropoff location. Access to
the field is not available through the WHS campus. Music, food trucks and vendor tents will be available to the community at the event. Food trucks will be located on Hemenway Street. Vendor pop-up booths will be set up behind the football stadium home bleachers. The fireworks show is anticipated to begin at 9:15 p.m. and can be viewed from multiple points across the city. The public may also set up and picnic on the football field. Guests will not
Trustees hear 2025-26 Winters JUSD LCAP goals
By Logan Chrisp Express staff writer
At its June 12 meeting, the Winters Joint Unified School District Board of Trustees reviewed the draft Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) for the 2025–26 school year, outlining key goals and strategies to improve student achievement, school climate, and engagement — especially for English learners.
Assistant superintendent Phoebe Girimonte presented the updated plan, which reflects months of collaboration between a joint LCAP Task Force and Parent Advisory Committee, site-level groups, and the Yolo County Office of Education.
The LCAP is a three-year plan that explains the goals, actions, services and expenditures to support student
outcomes. The LCAP allows the school district to explain how and why programs and services are selected to meet local needs.
This year’s LCAP combined the efforts of two committees in order to foster more diverse feedback.
“This year, the Winters JUSD LCAP Task Force and Parent Advisory Committee joined into a joint committee, and that was with the approval of both groups, which felt that having more diverse perspectives really enhanced the conversation and ability to provide input,” Girimonte said.
The group met four times, in November, January, March and May, to provide input and monitor the LCAP as it developed. In addition, the school district elicited engagement from the District English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) and site-level groups.
Winters JUSD also used results from the Youth Truth Survey and Family Engagement Night, the latter
of which did not provide the participation the district had hoped to receive.
“(We) continue to look at ways that we can either revise that event or create other opportunities for families to partner with us and then various site events and surveys throughout the school year,” Girimonte said.
The proposed Winters JUSD LCAP outlines three goals: • Goal 1: School environments and climates are safe, welcoming, and inclusive places that support all students’ success and wellness.
“So goal one, again, is about safe, welcoming and inclusive spaces where students and staff and any members of our school community feel safe and welcome and they are able to achieve success,” Girimonte said. “This includes basic priorities related to basic services or conditions of learning, parent involvement and school
Council OKs fee waiver for senior programs, talks goats for weeds
By Sonora Slater Express staff writer
At its June 17 meeting, the Winters City Council took up several community-focused issues, including unanimous approval of a fee waiver for the Winters Senior Foundation’s use of the Community Center, updates on weed abatement enforcement and an invitation to this year’s Winters Elder Day celebration. Council members additionally heard about youth-driven advocacy on smoke-free public spaces and briefly postponed discussion of food vendor regulations to allow for further input from local
stakeholders. Discussion of the Winters senior community continued as the council moved into consideration of a fee waiver for Winters Senior Foundation’s use of the community center. The group regularly uses this space to host events like their Meals on Wheels program and other socials, and given the indefinitely delayed construction of a Winters Senior Center, the council had previously discussed allowing them to use the Community Center free of charge in the meantime. City manager Jeremy Craig gave an introduction to the logistics of the fee waiv-
er, noting that it will cut community center revenue, but that there are some simple ways to minimize that cost. He suggested asking WSF to prioritize Monday through Thursday events in order to leave the space open for weekend reservations, and training WSF volunteers to do some basic tasks around the center, like closing it at the end of an event, to reduce the cost of staff time. The ordinance passed unanimously. Weed abatement, other discussions A previous discussion about weed abatement in Winters
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First West Nile case of season confirmed in Yolo County
By Logan Chrisp Express staff writer
The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District announced on June 18 that West Nile virus has been detected for the first time this year in Yolo County, after a mosquito sample collected in Davis tested positive for the virus.
This confirmation comes just one week after a similar detection in Sacramento County. No virus activity has been found in Winters to date, but officials are urging residents across the region to take precautions.
“As the weather gets warmer, WNV activity will steadily increase,” said Gary Goodman, district manager. “This is a
cause for concern, especially as summer is around the corner and we are approaching the hottest months of the year when activity typically intensifies. We urge residents to continue taking proper precautions to protect themselves from mosquitoes.”
This announcement coincides with National Mosquito Control Awareness Week, observed June 23–29, and promoted by the American Mosquito Control Association. The annual campaign aims to raise awareness about mosquito-borne diseases and encourage community efforts to eliminate breeding grounds.
According to Luz Robles, public information officer for the district, while it’s
been a slow start to the season, with the warmest months of the year approaching, residents should remain cautious.
“I presume as the weather continues to warm, we will continue to see an increase in West Nile Virus activity,” Robles said.
“Every year could be a little bit different — there are obviously different factors that affect how intense or not a season can be.” City of Winters residents are urged to be cautious of another mosquito, the invasive Aedes Aegypti, which is capable of transmitting dengue fever. Aedes Aegypti was first discovered in the city of Winters in a small area near Main
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Emergency radio drill this weekend at Fairgrounds
Berryessa Amateur Radio Club
Special to the Express
Amateur radio operators will demonstrate emergency communication capabilities at the Yolo County Fairgrounds beginning Saturday, June 28 at 11 a.m., continuing into Sunday, June 29, as part of a national emergency preparedness exercise.
The public is invited to observe and participate in the event, which will showcase how local radio operators can communicate with more than 2,800 stations across the country using voice and Morse code.
The demonstration will feature a large array of antennas and operate entirely on solar power, simulating real emergency conditions.
“We train to support the Yolo County Office of Emergency Services and local hospitals,” said event co-chair Bill Ragsdale (K6KN). “This is a realistic test of our ability to communicate during a crisis.”
The event is part of Field
Saturday,
Day, an annual nationwide exercise first held in 1933. Local participants include members of the Yolo Amateur Radio Society, Berryessa Amateur Radio Club, Yolo County Amateur Radio Emergency Service, and
Winters native earns Ph.D. from UC Davis
Special to the Express
Dr. Mikenna Leigh (Sims) Modesto, a proud Winters native and 2015 graduate of Winters High School, has earned her Ph.D. in education from UC Davis.
Her commencement ceremony was held on Wednesday, June 11.
While at Winters High School, Modesto was a dedicated student and athlete. She participated in the Dual Immersion Program and competed in swimming, track, and basketball as a threesport athlete.
Following high school, she earned her bachelor’s degree from California State University, Long Beach, and went on to complete a master’s degree at Sacramenton State University.
Her most recent academic achievement, a Ph.D. from UC Davis, reflects a strong commitment to inclusive, student-centered education — a theme evident throughout her scholarly work, publications, and public speaking.
In addition to her academic pursuits, Modesto is a published author and frequent speaker in the field of education. She currently serves as Interim Dean of the Library and Learning Resources at American River College in Sacramento.
She lives in Winters with her husband, Anthony Modesto, and their two dogs, Ranger and Murphy.
She is the daughter of Kim Brown Sims of Napa and Jeff Sims of Davis.
Sacramento Amateur Radio Club.
All ages are welcome. Visitors should enter at the gate near the Fairgrounds Office on East Avenue.
Tribal grant to provide food, shelter, more
The Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation has awarded a $1 million grant to YoloCares to support two critical healthcare initiatives — the expansion of its Galileo Place Adult Day Program in Davis and the operation of Joshua’s House, a new hospice shelter in Sacramento that
will serve terminally ill unhoused individuals.
Joshua’s House will include six cottages designed to accommodate up to 15 patients at a time. The facility will prioritize care for unhoused individuals from rural and Indigenous communities, with services extending to residents of Solano, Sacramento,
Yolo, Placer, Sutter and Colusa counties.
Patients will be referred by major regional health systems and will receive endof-life care from licensed professionals.
In addition to medical support, residents will be provided with shelter, meals, and clothing in a homelike setting.
“Every human be-
ing deserves to have a safe and comfortable experience as they face the most difficult stage of life,” said Anthony Roberts, tribal chairman of the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation, in a press release.
“Joshua’s House will take in unhoused people who are terminally ill and ensure that they pass on from this life with care and dignity.”
According to YoloCares, an unhoused person dies on the streets of Sacramento County approximately every two days. Meanwhile, Yolo County has seen a nearly 14 percent increase in homelessness since 2019, highlighting the growing need for compassionate end-of-life services.
In Davis, the Yocha Dehe grant will also bolster the Galileo See GRANT, Page 3
Winters Fire District to host second Prop 218 Town Hall
Special to the Express
The Winters Fire Protection District will hold a second town hall meeting on Thursday, June 26, to discuss an upcoming Proposition 218 ballot measure that would establish a new assessment to fund additional staffing and equipment.
The meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Winters Fire Station training room, 700 Main St. Fire Chief Jack S. Snyder II will answer questions about the assessment process and explain the district’s funding needs.
The proposed assessment includes updated rates based on property type and fire hazard factors within the district, Snyder said. While the initiative shares similar goals with the city of Winters’ Proposition 218 effort — increased staffing and capital equipment funding — it includes several revisions since its initial introduction.
Ballots were mailed to fire district property owners on May 30. Property owners may return them by mail, in-person to the Winters Fire Department, or before the public hearing ends at the fire district board meeting at 4 p.m., July 17 at the department’s training facility. Results will be de-
termined by weighted vote based on each property’s assessed value. Each property owner will receive one ballot listing all owned parcel details. If approved, the assessment would allow the district to hire an additional firefighter and generate revenue for capital equipment upgrades, Snyder said. The assessment cannot be increased for five years, after which the district board may vote to increase it up to 3 percent annually, subject to a public hearing and approval.
The engineer’s report detailing the assessment process is available at www.winterspolice. org/157/Fire.
The Winters Fire Protection District provides fire protection, prevention and emergency response to unincorporated areas surrounding Winters in southeastern Yolo County. The district covers 79 square miles north of Putah Creek, extending from Monticello Dam to County Road 94B and up to County Road 29. According to Snyder, 20 percent of the department’s calls originate within the fire district, primarily vegetation and agricultural fires, water rescues and hiking-related incidents.
Children can receive free books through Imagination Library
Special to the Express Winters children can receive one free book each month from birth until their fifth birthday regardless of family income level through United Way California Capital Region, which runs Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Yolo County. Children ages 0 to 5 years old across Yolo County are eligible for the program.
For more information and to sign up, visit https://www. yourlocalunitedway.org/dolly-parton-imagination-library.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Yolo County is part of the local United Way’s work to help children excel in school and ensure young people realize their full potential.
“Our families tell us how excited the kids get each month when they open the mailbox and find a book from Dolly.’ It’s such a great way to get kids enthusiastic about reading at a young age,” said Edward King, chief program officer, United Way California Capital Region. “We know that when kids enjoy
reading, they are more likely to excel in it, which sets the foundation for success in school.”
Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free high-quality books to children from birth to age 5, no matter their family’s income. The program began in Sevier County, Tenn., where Parton grew up, and has since expanded internationally, donating more than 200 million books since its inception. United Way California Capital Region runs the program in Yolo County.
United Way California Capital Region has been a driving force across the region for more than 100 years, listening, responding and taking comprehensive action to meet local needs. From advancing youth opportunities and helping children excel in school, to strengthening local communities and investing in families’ financial security and health, United Way mobilizes communities to build a future where everyone can reach their full potential and thrive.
Working across Amador, El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento and Yolo counties, the local United Way provides books and literacy tutoring, addresses housing and food security, leads
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Dr. Mikenna Leigh (Sims) Modesto, a Winters High School Class of 2015 graduate, earned her doctorate in education from UC Davis this month.
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Two radio operators participate in a national emergency communication exercise called Field Day. This year’s Field Day will be at the Yolo County Fairgrounds starting on
June 28.
Regional News
Solano County budget approved; state, federal unknowns linger
By Todd R. Hansen McNaughton Media
On Monday, the Solano County supervisors approved a $1.65 billion 2025-26 budget.
The county shifted $7.8 million from a capital reserves account to balance the budget.
The unknowns from the federal and state budgets leave the possibility that the board will be revisiting the budget in the fall, and may be looking to make cuts.
By then, the county will likely have a new administrator. An announcement on who replaces Bill Emlen could come as early as this week. The matter is on the closed session agenda.
Emlen called the budget process one of the most difficult since he arrived in the county in 2010.
"We have to go with what we know, and this is what we know," said Emlen, who hinted at the additional unknown of a war
with Iran.
"This year has been challenging," said Emlen, adding there was a great deal of "back and forth."
The only board discussion on the fiscal plan turned into a bit of a row about Supervisor Wanda Williams' recommendation that a deputy director's position be created in the Veterans Services office to help with processing benefits applications.
"My concern is we are not putting enough resources in our Veterans Services office," Williams said.
Right now, she said, if Director Al Sims is out of the office, the work cannot be completed. The office has had employee turnover issues, and while two individuals were hired, they are still getting their certifications completed.
Board Chairman Mitch Mashburn said the issue may not be staffing, but management of the office.
He said former di-
rector Ted Puntillo processed the highest number of applications in the state with the same or fewer staff.
"We changed management and we can't process at the lowest level," said Mashburn, appearing to direct the comment toward current Director Al Sims.
But Sims said the issue is that the county treats the office as if it is a small county, comparing its veteran base of 30,000 individuals to other smaller counties, even those with far fewer veterans. He said the number should include dependents and active duty members, making Solano County one of the larger counties in services rendered.
Moreover, Sims noted that he and his staff have processed 9,000 new applicants this past fiscal year.
Supervisor John Vasquez took exception when he thought Williams had suggested she was the only
one who cared about veterans in the county, a remark Williams denied saying or implying at all, but she refused to get into a back-and-forth with Vasquez. The two have been at odds on a number of issues over the years.
Vasquez further suggested that the county should study the possibility of consolidating the Veterans Service office with the Department of Health & Social Services. The immediate problem is that the Veterans Services staff have certain qualifications that they must meet.
The administration staff was directed to complete a management audit on the department, after which the supervisors will consider personnel and consolidation options.
The budget is $548,641 — or 0.03 percent — smaller than the 2024-25 fiscal plan, due largely to having the American Rescue Plan Act funding
fully obligated so no longer part of the budget, and because the county paid off the final debt from the 2005 $42.3 million Taxable Pension Obligation Bonds, Emily Combs, the county budget officer, reported.
The actual "buying power" of the budget is reported at just under $2.67 billion after the removal from the overall budget of all operating transfers among funds ($307.73 million) and removal of the federal and state direct assistance costs ($77.28 million)
The budget is divided into four basic funds.
The General Fund was approved at $416.93 million, up from $414.4 million last year. That is an increase of 0.6 percent.
The largest account is the Special Revenue Funds at $1.18 billion, up 1.3 percent or $14.63 million. That fund includes Health Services and Public Safety budgets, representing a combined
$831 million.
The Capital Projects Fund increased by 10 percent to $48.14 million, and with ARPA and bond debt removed, the Debt Service Funds are down 69 percent to $9.91 million.
The largest expense across the whole budget is salaries and benefits at $562.2 million or 34 percent of the budget. The number of full-time equivalent employee positions in the budget is 3,284.50.
The county is counting on vacancies to help with the budget's bottom line, but Combs reported, adding that there are no "assumptions" in the budget for the results of labor contract negotiations.
The recent salary increases for department heads and top assistants, Combs said in an interview, were absorbed into the department budgets.
Yolo County launches juvenile program with Animal Services
A new and heartwarming partnership between the Yolo County Probation Department and Yolo County Animal Services is giving both vulnerable youths and kittens a second chance through a unique program called “Paws for Change.”
Led by probation division manager Michelle Vermette and supervising detention officer Melissa Elliott, in collaboration with Animal Services director Stephanie Amato and shelter staff, the program places foster kittens inside the Juvenile Detention Facility, where youth participants are responsible for their daily care.
From feeding and cleaning to administering medications and socializing, the young people are deeply involved in every aspect of nurturing the animals.
“I am incredibly excited about this opportunity to highlight the importance of kitten fosters and the critical role they play in
giving our most vulnerable shelter animals a chance at finding their forever homes,” Amato said. “The human-to-animal bond is powerful, not only for the kittens who are receiving essential care and socialization, but also for the youth whose lives are being positively impacted through this experience.
The program officially launched in late May, with youths receiving orientation and training. The first litter of four kittens arrived at JDF on June 7 and will remain until June 25, at which point they will return to Animal Services for adoption, with one already spoken for by chief probation officer Rachelle Gayton herself.
The JDF will continue to foster new litters as they become available.
The idea was born from Vermette, a shelter volunteer, had envisioned a connection between the detention facility and the animal shelter.
Amato had similarly
Place Adult Day Program, which provides caregiver respite and professional daytime care for adults with cognitive decline. The program offers therapeutic activities and social engagement for participants who are unable to be left alone.
The human-toanimal bond is powerful, not only for the kittens who are receiving essential care and socialization, but also for the youth.”
Stephanie Amato Yolo County Animal Services director
sought opportunities for collaboration. After hearing about the success of similar prison programs at a recent conference, staff decided to tailor the concept to suit the youths setting and with kitten season approaching, the timing was perfect.
“Socializing the kittens is the biggest component of the program,” said Vermette. “But what we’re really seeing is the growth and empathy developing
“Every human being deserves to have a safe and comfortable experience as they face the most difficult stage of life.”
Anthony Roberts Yocha Dehhe tribal chairman
Transportation has long been a barrier for rural and low-income families seeking access to Galileo Place. With the support of the new funding, YoloCares plans to im-
in our youth. They take this responsibility seriously and are showing great care for these animals.”
Beyond pet care, the program is already demonstrating impact. Since its launch, there have been zero disciplinary issues among participating youths, and each participant completed an empathy assessment to help measure personal development, with follow-up assessments planned every six months.
Youths have expressed how meaningful the experience has been:
“This has made it feel like a real home-like environment. It’s taught us what it’s like to have responsibility. It’s very calming.”
“They are therapeutic. The kittens are really funny and make my day a little happier. Doing this makes me want to help others and volunteer more.”
“They are teaching us how to be responsible for something.”
prove transportation options to make the program more accessible across the region.
As one of the three remaining Patwin tribes, the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation is deeply committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of communities within its ancestral territory. The grant reflects the Tribe’s ongoing dedication to sharing the benefits of its economic success through strategic investments in health care and community services.
For more information, visit www.yochadehe.gov.
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“Now I know how my mama felt when we weren’t listening.”
The success of “Paws for Change” would not be possible without the full support of Gayton and JDF Superintendent Oscar Ruiz.
“We are thrilled to have our youth participate in the kitten fostering program,” said Gayton. “It’s a meaningful opportunity for them to build empathy, responsibility, and a sense of purpose through caring for vulnerable animals. This kitten program will help nurture positive growth and connection which are key to rehabilitation.”
As the program continues to grow, the community can help support its success. If you are interested in contributing to the wellbeing of foster animals like these kittens, please consider donating to Yolo County Animal Services.
To learn more about current donation needs, contact Animal Services directly at 530-668-5287 or visit www.YoloShelter.org.
the region’s largest tax preparation initiative, works with foster youth across school districts, launched the region’s first guaranteed income program and leads the Community Schools initiative in West Sacramento. To make a donation, visit www.YourLocalUnitedWay. org.
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Lake Berryessa water levels down
Express staff
The water level of Lake Berryessa was down by 0.56 feet over the past week, decreasing to 10,401 acre-feet of water storage, according to Tim Gerard, with the Solano Irrigation District – Putah Diversion Office. On the morning of Tuesday, June 24, he reported that the lake elevation was 436.70 feet
above sea level, with the water storage behind the Monticello Dam calculated at 1,489,533 acre-feet. The SID released 548 cubic feet per second into the Putah South Canal, with 47 cubic feet flowing into Putah Creek at the Diversion Dam. Evaporation from the lake averaged 241 acre-feet of water per day.
Public Safety Report
City of Winters Fire
June 11: 12:23 p.m., E. Baker Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
June 12: 10:26 p.m., E. Baker Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
June 13: 11:32 a.m., Pleasants Valley Road, Motor vehicle accident with injuries
~2:30 p.m., Linda Vista Lane (Vacaville), Grass fire
~8:08 p.m., Walnut Lane, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
June 14: 2:21 p.m., Main Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle
accident with injury
~7:50 p.m., County Road 28 and County Road 89, Power line down ~8:21 p.m., Apricot Avenue, EMS call –excluding vehicle accident with injury
June 15: 5:22 p.m., Purtell Court, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~6 p.m., Fourth Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
June 16: 2:18 a.m., Rosa Avenue, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~6:53 a.m., Martin Street, False alarm or false call (other) ~9:19 a.m., Russell Blvd and Interstate 505, EMS call – ex-
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95 Years Ago
June 27, 1930
Dust from rough roads will no longer be a part of Winters makeup if the plans of the city board are carried out in the future. The oiling of all streets in town, five miles in length, was completed this week by A. Teichert, contractor, of Sacramento.
Mr. and Mrs. Dimmitt, proprietors of the Pastime Amusement have completed arrangements for the opening of a skating rink in Winters, on the E. J. Graf lot on Main Street.
cluding vehicle accident with injury
~11:07 a.m., Yosemite Avenue (Davis), Dispatched and cancelled en route
~4:48 p.m., Morgan Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~9:08 p.m., E. Main Street, Public Assistance
June 17: 7:04 a.m., Caselli Court, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~10:11 p.m., E. Baker Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
View the Winters Fire Activity and Call Log at https://cityofwinters. org/157/Fire.
Police Report Log
The Police Report Log will return next week. View the Winters Police Department Arrest and Report Logs, visit www.cityofwinters.org/289/Report-Arrest-Log
Winters High School trustees have ordered over $2,000 in renovation and remodeling work done on the Winters High School.
Packing of Winters’ dried fruit started this week. A.S. Bird claims the distinction of delivering the first dried fruit to the Winters Dried Fruit Company.
Miss Betty Waggoner has accepted a position at Hales in Sacramento for the summer vacation months.
Wallace Emery, of Lodi, spent the weekend with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Emery.
Master Billy Vasey is spending a portion of his vacation with his cousins in Richmond.
Raines Griffin has accepted delivery on a new Ford Coupe.
Mrs. A. R. Gale and children will spend part of the vacation period in Sonoma with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Dowdall.
80 Years Ago
June 29, 1945
Picked by Charley Wallace
Years Ago
Dispatches from the Express archives.
A candlelight service Sunday evening will pledge the marital vows of Elwin Martin and Miss Mae Holmes, members of two prominent Winters families. The Methodist church will be the setting of the vows, the ritual to be read by Rev. Alex Nichols of San Diego.
Captain and Mrs. Charles E. Graf arrived last week from Ft. George Wright, Spokane, Washington, where the captain has been taking an advanced college course.
Born at Quintard Hospital in San Diego, to Staff Sgt. and Mrs. Russell H. Pleasants, a son, Russell, Jr.
Wyatt Unger, son of Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Unger, of Sacramento, graduated Friday evening from the University of California. Mr. and Mrs. Dick Ruiz and sons left Saturday to make a new home in Arbuckle. Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Forwick will take the Abbay Street home vacated by Ruiz.
Dr. and Mrs. A. M. Herron were in attendance Friday evening at graduation exercises at San Jose Teachers’ College. Their daughter, Miss Mary Lee, received her diploma.
45 Years Ago
June 26, 1980
The Winters Planning Commission, after a short public hearing on Tuesday evening, passed a negative Environmental Impact Report on the Almondwood Apart-
ment Project. This action was closely followed by a motion to move Resolution 80-04, which rezoned the east half of the Joe and Isabel Campos property at 805 Railroad Ave. for the multi-family development. The Winters School District Board of Trustees, meeting Thursday evening, agreed to support the fine arts program in the district next year, and concurred with the recommendations of John R. Graf, district superintendent. The Winters Swim Team Mile of Pennies got a nice boost last week from two donations. The team would like to thank the Soroptimists for the $24.52 that their members have collected at their meetings, and also Howard Hupe for donating a can containing $10 in pennies. The total revenue from the Mile of Pennies has now reached $373.02, still short of the halfmile mark. Wes Carpets has moved from 8 E. Abbey St. and is now open for business at 37 Main St. Recent guests in the home of Virgil and Marge Rainwater were Harrie and Thea Hendriks of Stein, The Netherlands. Mr. and Mrs. Hendriks arrived May 5 to visit their son and daughter-in-law, Gerrl and Charlotte (Rainwater) Hendriks of South Lake Tahoe. While here, they enjoyed many short trips to various points of interest.
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BOOK LOVERS: Students who read from 75 to 100 books in the 1995 PTA’s reading incentive program were, from left, (seated) Victor Preciado, Leslie Carner, Alicia Franco and Diana Velasquez; (standing) Erica Ceja, Kim Sellers, Ashley Carrion and Stevie McMahon. The reading program was called “Reading Around the World.”
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La ciudad aprueba presupuesto equilibrado con apoyo de ingresos de la Medida S
Por Sonora Slater
Traducido por Carol Alfonso
En su reunión del 17 de Junio pasado, el Ayuntamiento de Winters aprobó el presupuesto para el año fiscal 2025-26. Esto se produjo tras una audiencia pública celebrada el 3 de Junio, donde el administrador municipal y los jefes de varios departamentos municipales explicaron y respondieron preguntas sobre el presupuesto propuesto.
Gran parte de la audiencia pública se centró en cómo los ingresos proyectados de la Medida S, un aumento del 1 por ciento en el impuesto sobre las ventas aprobado por los votantes en Noviembre pasado, se integrarán en el presupuesto del año. La Medida S es un impuesto general, lo que significa que el ayuntamiento puede asignarlo como sea deseado.
Los ingresos proyectados del impuesto sobre las ventas se estiman en $960,000 y permitirán a la ciudad cerrar el déficit operativo del año pasado, comenzar a restablecer sus sólidas reservas de fondos, agregar tres nuevos puestos a tiempo completo y tres nuevos a tiempo parcial, y mantenerse al día con las presiones inflacionarias. El presupuesto para el año fiscal 2025-26 está completamente equilibrado, una meta que el personal municipal y el consejo municipal estaban entusiasmados de alcanzar, especialmente considerando el constante aumento de los gastos.
“Me alegra ver un presupuesto equilibrado,” declaró el alcalde pro tempore
Bill Biasi tras la presentación. “Sé que no es fácil.”
Los nuevos puestos financiados por la Medida S incluyen un oficial de policía; un
climate.”
• Goal 2: All students are engaged in school experiences that enhance their learning and growth.
“So not only are they feeling safe at school, but they are able to engage in their learning,” Girimonte said.
• Goal 3: All students are engaged in school experiences that enhance their learning and growth.
“So this is where you’ll see our CTE programming, and this is where you’ll see anything related to improving those A
personal administrativo para los departamentos de agua, electricidad y alcantarillado de la ciudad; un puesto a tiempo parcial en la academia de policía para ayudar con el reclutamiento; dos trabajadores de mantenimiento temporales a tiempo parcial y un aumento de horas para un puesto que antes era a tiempo parcial para ayudar con la gestión de subvenciones. El presupuesto propuesto no incluye ningún programa nuevo.
Según un resumen general presentado por la directora de recursos humanos, Cathy Mathews, el año pasado hubo aumentos generalizados en el gasto en electricidad, así como aumentos salariales continuos.
El jefe de policía, John P. Miller, presentó un resumen del presupuesto del Departamento de Policía de Winters, que ha aumentado un 12.25 por ciento con respecto al año pasado, por un total de poco más de 3 millones de dólares. Explicó que su funcionamiento 24/7 genera costos elevados que otros departamentos de la ciudad no experimentan, y señaló que la mayor parte de este presupuesto se destina a los salarios.
Los gastos de despacho aumentaron significativamente este año, y no solo por el aumento en el volumen de llamadas. Los servicios de control de animales también aumentaron. Sin embargo, el departamento pudo anticipar una reducción en los costos de reparación y mantenimiento de vehículos y en los costos de los contratos de cámaras corporales. Múltiples proyectos de mejora, como la instalación de vidrios de seguridad, la instalación de un lector de matrículas en la entrada de la ciudad y la sustitución de
through G outcomes as well,” Girimonte said. An equity-focused Goal 4 tied to the Wolfskill Career Readiness Academy was removed from the upcoming plan, as the district no longer qualifies for Equity Multiplier funding due to a decline in student instability rates. Strategic planning within the LCAP is grounded in performance data from multiple sources, including California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP), I-Ready diagnostics, Istation, and other local assessments. A key focus for 2025-
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alfombras viejas, no son definitivos, sino que se propusieron y probablemente se financiarán parcial o totalmente mediante diversas subvenciones.
El presupuesto del Departamento de Policía de Winters representa el 42 por ciento por ciento de los gastos del fondo general.
El Jefe de Bomberos, Jack S. Snyder III, presentó un resumen del presupuesto 2025-26 del Departamento de Bomberos de Winters. Este año también han experi-
afirma que planean realizar una evaluación de energía solar este año, pero ya saben que su edificio fue diseñado para energía solar, por lo que debería ser factible. El presupuesto propuesto para el Departamento de Bomberos de Winters también incluyó un aumento en la partida para reparación de vehículos y un mayor presupuesto para capacitación, lo cual, según el Jefe Snyder, se debe al compromiso de invertir en el personal del departamento para brindarles oportuni-
“Llevamos muchos años hablando de implementar energía solar. Cualquier cosa que podamos hacer para obtener subvenciones en ese ámbito sería excelente.”
Bill Biasi, el alcalde pro tempore
mentado un aumento significativo en los gastos de servicio de despacho, así como en los costos de electricidad, que esperan compensar en el futuro con la instalación de energía solar. Snyder
26 will be differentiated assistance for English learners — the only student group in the district that triggered state support after repeated red indicators on the California School Dashboard. Specific areas of concern include math achievement and chronic absenteeism.
To address these issues, the district will partner with the Yolo County Office of Education (YCOE) to implement evidence-based supports. These include
dades de desarrollo profesional y mejorar la retención. Sin embargo, no todos los fondos del departamento provienen del fondo general: la iniciativa de la Proposición 218 de la
classroom walkthroughs, data analysis, and professional development.
Two new professional learning series will also launch. One, for TK-5 teachers, use Social and Emotional Aspects of Learning (SEAL) strategies and focus on integrated English Language Development. Another, led by UC Davis Teaching Supervisor Taylor Ferdinandsen, will target secondary teachers supporting literacy across disciplines.
“It was super well
ciudad permitió destinar más de $400,000 a la creación de tres nuevos puestos de bomberos a tiempo completo, autorizados por el consejo en Marzo pasado, y que el departamento está actualmente en proceso de contratación.
El Departamento de Bomberos de Winters representa el 20 por ciento por ciento de los gastos del fondo general.
El director de Obras Públicas, Eric Lucero, continuó la conversación sobre el precio de la electricidad, indicando que su equipo también podría considerar la energía solar este año para el Ayuntamiento y el centro comunitario.
“Llevamos muchos años hablando de implementar energía solar,” dijo Biasi. “Cualquier cosa que podamos hacer para obtener subvenciones en ese ámbito sería excelente.”
Lucero también destacó el aumento de los fondos destinados a la reparación de aceras este año y ofreció un resumen de otros proyectos de mejora de capital en curso en los que la ciudad probablemente avan-
received. So YCOE has developed a scope of work to bring Taylor to Winters, and she’ll be doing some classroom walk-throughs, doing some work with PLCs and then also running some professional learning sessions. We are fortunate to have great partners at YCOE who are willing to work with us and learn like what
zará este año. Esta lista incluye la adición de baños en el Parque Three Oaks, las obras en el Parque Paseo, la remodelación de la oficina de finanzas, la actualización del plan maestro de drenaje pluvial y la modernización del techo, los baños y el piso del centro comunitario, además de la adición de una cocina comercial.
Programar las actualizaciones del centro comunitario puede ser difícil, ya que estará cerrado a las actividades comunitarias mientras duren las obras, pero el equipo espera completar gran parte del trabajo este año fiscal. El departamento de obras públicas representa el 16 por ciento por ciento de los gastos del fondo general de la ciudad. El desarrollo comunitario, con un 11 por ciento, el gobierno general, con un 6 por ciento, y la recreación, con un 5 por ciento por ciento, conforman el resto.
“Estoy muy orgulloso de nuestra posición,” declaró el concejal Jesse Loren. “Tenemos trabajo por hacer, pero lo estamos logrando.”
we have identified as our needs and to tailor their support to align with those needs,” Girimonte said. YCOE has reviewed two drafts of the 202526 LCAP and offered technical assistance.
A final version will be posted publicly on June 26. Afterward, the plan will be submitted to YCOE for approval.
Gráfico de cortesía
El gráfico circular muestra los gastos del fondo general de la ciudad de Winters, presentados el 3 de Junio.
continued. According to Fire Chief Jack S.Snyder III, only two properties failed to abate their weeds in time, so the fire department will take action in contracting someone to abate the weeds at the cost of the property owners.
“Thank you to everyone who abated their weeds for hopefully making our jobs a little easier this summer,” Snyder said.
Council members suggested a couple of ways to increase compliance in the future, including by adding a second pick-up service day, given the difficulty of moving large amounts of material to the dump.
Mayor Pro Tempore Bill Biasi asked about renting goats in future years to eat weeds around the city and mitigate fire risk.
“Goats are definitely a viable option,” Snyder said. “I actually totally support that, and it’s really an up-and-coming tool.”
The finalized general fund budget for the upcoming fiscal year was passed unanimously, and is covered in more depth in a previous edition of the Winters Express. The decision of the council to postpone a continued conversation about food vendors until the next meeting was explained in a previous issue as well, and was meant to give them time to consider a proposal for how to lay out the ordinance sent in by Chris Turkovich and the Winters District Chamber of Commerce.
At the end of the meeting, the council members agreed to add an item addressing a presentation by Winters High School student Jayden Clifford’s who shared concern over smoking in public areas in the city, along with other members of the Friday Night Live club. The students have suggested various low-cost policy options to put in place more smokefree areas downtown.
Craig said the item will likely appear before council at the end of summer, once he’s had a chance to gain input from the Chamber board.
At the request of Mayor Albert Valle-
five honorees, each of whom will be interviewed to tell their story, have a professional portrait taken of them, and be presented with a certificate thanking them for their contribution to society. Plus, there will be live music, cake, coffee and tea.
“It’s a very inspiring event,” Sharon Pearce, one of the Winters Elder Day board members, said at the meeting while introducing Elder Day. “You learn a lot about people, things you would never expect.”
The next Winters City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 1 at 6:30 p.m. The agenda
“Goats are definitely a viable option. I actually totally support that, and it’s really an up-and-coming tool.”
Jack Snyder, fire chief
cillo, the meeting was dedicated to Mike Kimes, a long-time community member and former owner of the downtown hardware store who passed away recently. The chamber paid a minute of silence in Kimes’ honor Winters Elder Day
Looking for something to do after the Fourth of July? Good news. At the most recent city council meeting, all members of the public were invited to an annual Elder Day celebration on July 5, meant to honor residents who are ninety years old or older
This year, there are
packet will be posted at www.cityofwinters. org/194/Meetings.
Other city meetings
The June 22 Winters Planning Commission meeting was canceled.
All scheduled hearings and items originally scheduled in June will appear on the July 22 planning commission meeting. View all upcoming city-related meetings on the city of Winters calendar at www. cityofwinters.org or in the city manager’s regular Friday updates.
See all city manager updates online at www.cityofwinters. org/CivicAlerts.aspx
Street, next to the sewage treatment plant, in 2020.
“But now it’s pretty well established throughout the entire city,” Robles said. “Once they’re established in a given area, they’re very difficult to control.”
Robles continued to say that the District has already found adults of the invasive mosquito in traps around Winters this year. There are several steps residents can take to help prevent the proliferation of mosquitoes:
• Not only drain containers, but scrub them down once empty to get rid of any potential larvae.
• Avoid sharing plants or moving containers from one place to another to prevent mosquitoes from spreading.
• Ensure screens for doors and windows have no holes that could potentially allow mosquitoes to enter homes.
• Avoid being outdoors when possible in early mornings or dusk.
• Wear clothing that covers arms and legs to help prevent bites.
While they don’t carry WNV, these invasive species of mosquitoes should be taken seriously, as they’re prolific and are difficult to get rid of once established.
“These mosquitoes
be permitted to sit on the track or in the “Safe Zones” which are designated on the baseball fields and the section of the football field closest to them. The WHS varsity baseball field will be closed to the public during the event.
A map of the gates and designated Safe Zone area is available on the city’s Community Events page or visit https://bit.ly/3zqV6q4.
Parking
Attendees will not be able to park along either side of Hemenway Street from Grant Avenue to the bend (718 Hemenway St.), to allow space for vendor trucks, vendor parking and the ADA drop-off location.
Paid parking lots will be available along Railroad Avenue at both Mariani
are aggressive, and they can even they can grow indoors or outdoors,” Robles said.
“Let’s say somebody has, for example, a lucky bamboo plant in their kitchen windowsill; they can easily breed these specific species of mosquitoes. They can actually breed, even in a teaspoon of water.”
The district will continue mosquito surveillance through trapping and testing, and ground treatments are planned in areas where virus-positive mosquitoes have been found to quickly reduce populations and protect
Nut Co. parking areas and the Winters Community Library parking lot. The parking fee is $15 at all five designated lots. Lot 1 and Lot 2 are credit card payments only. Lots 3, 4 and 5 are cash payments only. Monies from parking will go toward supporting the fireworks show fund. The following paid parking lots are designated at:
• Lot 1: WHS student parking lot (no alcohol allowed if tailgating)
• Lot 2: Library parking lot (no alcohol allowed if tailgating)
• Lot 3: Dirt lot at Railroad and Grant Avenues
• Lot 4: Dirt lot between E. Baker and E. Edwards Streets
• Lot 5: Dirt lot between E. Edwards and E.Abbey Streets
Parking attendants will open parking at 5 p.m. in Lots One, Three, Four and Five. Lot Two at the library is open for event park-
public health.
“We can come up, provide a free home service inspection if you find mosquitoes, we can do what we call a barrier spray to knock down any adult mosquitoes that would be in the area,” Robles said.
For more information from the district about activities, upcoming mosquito treatments and spray notifications, residents can visit www.
FIGHTtheBITE.net. If residents observe a lot of mosquitoes in or around their homes, they can call 1-800-429-1022 or text 1-916-756-9334.
ing beginning at 6 p.m. The library is open to the public that day and only library visitors will be allowed to park there until 6 p.m.
Event rules Rules and guidelines for this year’s event include:
• Alcohol, glass, tobacco or personal barbecues are not permitted at the event location. Any alcohol or glass bottles will need to be disposed of to enter. Bags will be checked at the gate entrance.
• No personal fireworks are allowed on the track, in the Mariani parking lot or at the event.
• Attendees are asked to throw out trash in garbage cans that will be staged around the field and at the field exits.
• Restrooms are available near Gate 2 at the football field. Portable toilets will be set up near Gate 3.
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Residents are encouraged to regularly empty standing water in pots and containers in their yard to prevent invasive mosquitoes from laying eggs.
By Paula Span KFF Health News
A prime example of elderspeak: Cindy Smith was visiting her father in his assisted living apartment in Roseville, California. An aide who was trying to induce him to do something — Smith no longer remembers exactly what — said, “Let me help you, sweetheart.”
“He just gave her The Look — under his bushy eyebrows — and said, ‘What, are we getting married?’” recalled Smith, who had a good laugh, she said. Her father was then 92, a retired county planner and a World War II veteran; macular degeneration had reduced the quality of his vision, and he used a walker to get around, but he remained cognitively sharp.
“He wouldn’t normally get too frosty with people,” Smith said. “But he did have the sense that he was a grown-up and he wasn’t always treated like one.”
People understand almost intuitively what “elderspeak” means. “It’s communication to older adults that sounds like baby talk,” said Clarissa Shaw, a dementia care researcher at the University of Iowa College of Nursing and a co-author of a recent article that helps researchers document its use.
“It arises from an ageist assumption of frailty, incompetence and dependence.”
Its elements include inappropriate endearments. “Elderspeak can be controlling, kind of bossy, so to soften that message there’s ‘honey,’ ‘dearie,’ ‘sweetie,’” said Kristine Williams, a nurse gerontologist at the University of Kansas School of Nursing and another co-author of the article.
“We have negative stereotypes of older adults, so we change the way we talk.”
Or caregivers may resort to plural pronouns: Are we ready to take our bath? There,
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Sweetie, Dearie: The perils of Elderspeak
the implication “is that the person’s not able to act as an individual,” Williams said. “Hopefully, I’m not taking the bath with you.”
Sometimes, elderspeakers employ a louder volume, shorter sentences, or simple words intoned slowly. Or they may adopt an exaggerated, singsong vocal quality more suited to preschoolers, along with words like “potty” or “jammies.”
With what are known as tag questions — It’s time for you to eat lunch now, right? — “You’re asking them a question but you’re not letting them respond,” Williams explained.
“You’re telling them how to respond.”
Studies in nursing homes show how commonplace such speech is. When Williams, Shaw, and their team analyzed video recordings of 80 interactions between staff and residents with dementia, they found that 84 percent involved some form of elderspeak.
“Most of elderspeak
givers away or strike them.
She and her team developed a training program called CHAT, for Changing Talk: three hour-long sessions that include videos of communication between staff members and patients, intended to reduce elderspeak. It worked. Before the training, in 13 nursing homes in Kansas and Missouri, almost 35 percent of the time spent in interactions consisted of elderspeak; that share dropped to about 20
in part to the small sample size, the research team deemed them “clinically significant.”
“Many of these medications have a black box warning from the FDA,” Williams said of the drugs. “It’s risky to use them in frail, older adults” because of their side effects.
Now, Williams, Shaw, and their colleagues have streamlined the CHAT training and adapted it for online use. They are examining its effects in about 200 nursing homes nationwide.
worker asks her to “tómese la pastillita” (take this little pill) or “mueva la manito” (move the little hand). That’s customary, and “she feels she’s talking to someone who cares,” Agudelo said.
“Come to a place of negotiation,” he advised. “It doesn’t have to be challenging. The patient has the right to say, ‘I don’t like your talking to me that way.’”
is well intended. People are trying to show they care,” Williams said. “They don’t realize the negative messages that come through.”
For example, among nursing home residents with dementia, studies have found a relationship between exposure to elderspeak and behaviors collectively known as resistance to care.
“People can turn away or cry or say no,” Williams explained. “They may clench their mouths shut when you’re trying to feed them.” Sometimes, they push care-
percent afterward.
Furthermore, resistant behaviors accounted for almost 36 percent of the time spent in encounters; after training, that proportion fell to about 20 percent.
A study conducted in a Midwestern hospital, again among patients with dementia, found the same sort of decline in resistance behavior.
What’s more, CHAT training in nursing homes was associated with lower use of antipsychotic drugs. Though the results did not reach statistical significance, due
Even without formal training programs, individuals and institutions can combat elderspeak. Kathleen Carmody, owner of Senior Matters Home Health Care and Consulting in Columbus, Ohio, cautions her aides to address clients as Mr. or Mrs. or Ms., “unless or until they say, ‘Please call me Betty.’”
In long-term care, however, families and residents may worry that correcting the way staff members speak could create antagonism.
A few years ago, Carol Fahy was fuming about the way aides at an assisted living facility in suburban Cleveland treated her mother, who was blind and had become increasingly dependent in her 80s.
Calling her “sweetie” and “honey babe,” the staff “would hov-
er and coo, and they put her hair up in two pigtails on top of her head, like you would with a toddler,” said Fahy, a psychologist in Kaneohe, Hawaii.
Although she recognized the aides’ agreeable intentions, “there’s a falseness about it,” she said. “It doesn’t make someone feel good. It’s actually alienating.”
Fahy considered discussing her objections with the aides, but “I didn’t want them to retaliate.”
Eventually, for several reasons, she moved her mother to another facility.
Yet objecting to elderspeak need not become adversarial, Shaw said. Residents and patients — and people who encounter elderspeak elsewhere, because it’s hardly limited to health care settings — can politely explain how they prefer to be spoken to and what they want to be called. Cultural differences also come into play. Felipe Agudelo, who teaches health communications at Boston University, pointed out that in certain contexts a diminutive or term of endearment “doesn’t come from underestimating your intellectual ability. It’s a term of affection.”
He emigrated from Colombia, where his 80-year-old mother takes no offense when a doctor or health care
In return, the worker “should acknowledge that the recipient may not come from the same cultural background,” he said. That person can respond, “This is the way I usually talk, but I can change it.”
Lisa Greim, 65, a retired writer in Arvada, Colorado, pushed back against elderspeak recently when she enrolled in Medicare drug coverage. Suddenly, she recounted in an email, a mail-order pharmacy began calling almost daily because she hadn’t filled a prescription as expected.
These “gently condescending” callers, apparently reading from a script, all said, “It’s hard to remember to take our meds, isn’t it?” — as if they were swallowing pills together with Greim. Annoyed by their presumption and their follow-up question about how frequently she forgot her medications, Greim informed them that, having stocked up earlier, she had a sufficient supply, thanks. She would reorder when she needed more. Then, “I asked them to stop calling,” she said. “And they did.”
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July Events
Wednesdays – Chair Yoga – Free - Drop-ins welcome –9:30am to 10:45am – St. Anthony Parish Hall
Thursdays – MOW Cafe Yolo Lunch –11:30am to12:30pm –12:30pm to 3:00pm – WSF Social Gatherings –Drop-ins welcome – Community Center info@wintersseniorfoundation.org
School district unveils plans for student success
By Logan Chrisp Express staff writer
The Winters Joint Unified School District Board of Trustees was presented the 2025-26 School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA) at the June 12, board meeting, by assistant superintendent Phoebe Girimonte.
The SPSAs are developed by each school site in the district to guide student achievement efforts and are aligned with the district’s Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP).
Waggoner Elementary
Upfirst was Waggoner Elementary, which had four goals:
• Improving academic systems and assessment data in grades K-2 in language arts and math
• Strengthening school climate through a TK-5 Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program
• Meeting academic benchmarks through district and core assessments
• Boosting school attendance rates. Girimonte said that the strategies to meet these goals include professional development in literacy and math, creation of common formative assessments, release time for teachers, and incentives tied to PBIS. The district hopes to tackle chronic absenteeism through monthly data tracking, analysis and targeted outreach.
Rominger Intermediate
Shirley Rominger Intermediate School retains its five-goal structure from last year. Its goals include growth in reading and math, development of a college and career mindset in its upper elementary students, expanded professional development for staff and stronger family partnerships between the school and families.
The district will fund initiatives to support these goals, including academic support through reading interventions, a math differentiation block, an
increase in college and career field trips, and implementation of a new curriculum framework.
PBIS, social-emotional learning through the Zone of Regulation curriculum, which uses instructional tools to build safe, supportive environments to foster learning and well-being for students.
Winters Middle School
Winters Middle School had similar goals with the district’s LCAP: Promoting college and career readiness, enhancing conditions for learning, and fostering safe and inclusive environments.
In order to support these goals, WMS will continue to offer MTSS after-school supports, enrichment via flex periods and clubs, as well as access to AVID and National Junior Honor Society programs.
The campus will maintain its Wellness Center and counseling services while ensuring equitable participation in Outdoor School.
Winters High School
WHS had three goals identified: Improving academic achievement, increasing engagement of multilingual learners and cultivating a safe, connected campus. A strong focus will be placed on increasing A-G completion rates, AP and CTE access and expanding the WINN (What I Need Now) period. For English learners, the school will address dashboard indicators and provide targeted support for long-term English learners. Additional programs include the implementation of an ethnic studies course and Link Crew, a peer-led transition program for freshmen.
Wolfskill CRA
Wolfskill Career Readiness Academy had very similar goals to WHS, but still tailored its strategies to the needs of its student body. One notable milestone this year included a student chairing the store council and signing off on
the final SPSA.
“That was really exciting to see a student’s signature on that final page for both the Wolfskill and the Winters High School SPSA,” Girimonte said. “I think it demonstrates not only that students are being engaged in this work, but they’re getting opportunities to be leaders.”
Key goals for Wolfskill CRA included raising graduation rates from 70 percent to 80 percent, expanding dual enrollment with WHS and increasing opportunities for mentorship and work-based learning.
Interdisciplinary project-based learning and trauma-informed practices will support student engagement. The school will also maintain its garden-based learning project and continue its partnership with a family and student engagement initiative.
The SPSAs and its goals will return to the board as an action item for approval at the June 26 trustee meeting.
Newsom, legislature last-minute tangle with construction unions over minimum wage rates
By Ben Christopher CalMatters
California lawmakers are on the cusp of striking a last-minute deal to tie one of the year’s most ambitious and controversial housing bills to a new set of minimum wages for housing construction workers — a proposal that has thrown a wrench into budget negotiations just days before the deadline.
The new legislative language, buried in a sprawling budget bill put into print on Tuesday, represents a grand political bargain between pro-development advocates and the state’s carpenters union. Supporters say the new arrangement could reshape the way that future California housing legislation is written and negotiated.
There is intense
opposition from other building trades unions, which are among the most powerful interest groups at the state Capitol and whose leaders argue that the bill would undercut hard-fought pay standards. That’s made for a high-stakes showdown as Gov. Gavin Newsom demands major changes to streamline housing construction as part of the budget. The new wage rates are a major pivot in a debate that has dominated the legislative politics of housing in California for at least a decade. Past bills aimed at making it easier to build new homes have offered a trade: Ease regulations on approvals, permits and environmental regulations in exchange for, among other things, higher guaranteed pay for construction work-
ers. The standard wage rate in those debates have been the “prevailing wages” — state-determined wages that vary by occupation and location that generally work out to what unionized workers earn. These new proposed rates are significantly lower and are designed to serve as a more development-friendly alternative. They would apply only in cases where developers opt to use a new proposed exception to California’s premier environmental impact law, the California Environmental Quality Act. The vast majority of those projects, smallscale residential construction projects, are not currently covered by prevailing wage.
That’s why supporters of the deal are arguing that the new standards represent a
wage increase.
Residential construction is “a virtually non-union industry,” said Danny Curtin, who heads the California Conference of Carpenters. “You have the ability to give those people a substantial — a modest, but substantial and important — raise.”
Even so, the pushback from other construction labor groups has been fierce.
The State Building and Construction Trades Council, a construction union umbrella group that regularly clashes with the carpenters union on labor issues, excoriated the proposal in a letter to legislative leadership yesterday.
“This proposal is a wage grab of construction workers’ wages disguised in an ‘affordable housing bill,’” the letter by council president
Chris Hannan said.
“We urge you to abandon any pursuit of this harmful and unprecedented proposal, which would devastate construction workers.”
Lawmakers also appeared caught off guard by the proposal at an Assembly budget hearing on Wednesday packed with union advocates.
“I didn’t come to Sacramento to cut people’s wages,” said Assemblymember Chris Rogers, a Ukiah Democrat. “I didn’t sit through months of budget committee hearings talking about how to preserve our social safety net to then, at the 11th hour, potentially kick more people onto it.”
Assemblymember Lashae Sharp Collins, a Democrat from La Mesa, called the fact that the building trades reported-
ly weren’t consulted “appalling.”
The new wage proposal received a similarly icy reception from many Democrats in the Senate, which also held a budget hearing on Wednesday.
“You’re presenting something at the last minute, I don’t know who you consulted with, and you reached this conclusion to completely change the structure for the way that workers in the construction industry would be paid,” said Sen. Maria Elena Durazo, a Los Angeles Democrat and a reliable ally of the trades.
The bill was scheduled to be voted on Friday. In the face of furious pushback a budget committee hearing vote in the Senate was delayed on Wednesday, making the timing of its final vote uncertain.
Thursday, June 26
Winters Fire District Prop 218 Town Hall, 6 p.m. Winters Fire Station training room, 700 Main St.
Winters JUSD School Board Meeting, 6 p.m., School District Office, Zoom Meeting info, check https://bit.ly/4fwmfHK or www.wintersjusd.org
Thursdays
Eat Well Yolo Food Distribution, first and third Thursdays, 10 a.m. As supplies last, RISE, Inc., 417 Haven St., 530-668-0690, https://yolofoodbank.org/find-food
Saturday, June 28
Eat Well Yolo Drive – Through Food Distribution,
Saturdays, 11 a.m. As supplies last, Winters High student parking lot, off Railroad Avenue,
Sunday, June 29
Winters Sunday Farmers Market, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Downtown Main Street
Tuesday, July 1
Winters City Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Council chamber (318 First St.), Zoom Meeting info, check www.cityofwinters.org/city-council-meetings_/
Upcoming
Thursday, July 3
Winters Fireworks Show,
5 p.m. - Gates open/9:15 p.m. - Fireworks start, Winters High School baseball/football fields
Hemenway Street and Grant Avenue
Library Services
Winters Library Open to Public (Summer Hours of Operation) May 19 to Aug. 22, 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, 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 Saturday of the month, 6 p.m. (sign-ups begin at 5:30 p.m.), Downtown Main Street.
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.
Housing slump continues HOMES, Page 2
Their stories, our legacy OPINION, Page 5
Winters Middle School eighth-graders, now incoming high school freshmen, pose in front of the Washington Monument during a recent trip to Washington, D.C. The students visited numerous historic sites and national landmarks, including George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate, the Library of Congress, the Smithsonian museums, and more. Travelers included (front row) WMS Principal Jose Bermudez, Damian Prado, Elijah Sarro,
Brenda Ovalle and Ricardo Ovalle Garcia. They brought a copy of the Winters Express on their tour.
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Yolo teen Lost in Korean War laid to rest
Express staff
AWoodland teenager who went missing nearly 75 years ago during the Korean War has finally received a proper burial, following the identification and return of his remains earlier this year.
Army Cpl. Albert J. Estrada, who was just 17 when he enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1949, was laid to rest Wednesday at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in his hometown of Woodland. Estrada, one of five siblings, attended Dingle Elementary and Woodland High School before completing his training at Fort Ord.
He served in Battery B, 57th Field Artillery Battalion, 31st Regimental Combat Team, 7th Infantry Division and was reported missing in action on Dec. 6, 1950, during a brutal campaign near Hagaru-ri, by the Jangjin (Chosin) Reservoir in present-day North Korea. At the time, American forces were battling their way through mountainous terrain in freezing conditions as they withdrew toward the port of Hungnam.
The Woodland Daily Democrat published news of Estrada’s presumed death in an article that included a photo of the smiling teen in uniform. “The day Estrada was reported missing, the Seventh was hard-pressed on
its way through Korean mountains,” the article stated.
With no evidence suggesting Estrada had become a prisoner of war, the U.S. Army issued a presumptive finding of death on Dec. 31, 1953, and declared him non-recoverable on Jan. 16, 1956.
His remains, however, were returned to U.S. custody decades later. Following a 2018 summit between President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, North Korea turned over 55 boxes believed to contain the remains of American ser-
vice members killed during the war. The remains arrived at Joint Base Pearl Harbor–Hickam in Honolulu, Hawaii, on Aug. 1, 2018, and were transferred to the laboratory of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) for analysis.
Using anthropological evidence, material and circumstantial clues, and advanced DNA testing, including mitochondrial DNA and single-nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) analysis, DPAA scientists were able to identify Estrada’s remains on April 16.
His family was recently briefed on the identification, allowing officials to publicly share additional details and bring his story full-circle.
“Every service member who goes missing is a son, a sibling, a friend, or a neighbor,” said a spokesperson from the DPAA. “Identifying and bringing them home is not only our mission — it’s a promise to their families and to the nation.”
An estimated 7,500 U.S. service members from the Korean War remain unaccounted for.
The DPAA continues its work to recover and identify those lost in past conflicts.
For more information about the Department of Defense’s mission to account for missing service members, visit www.dpaa.mil or follow on social media at facebook.com/ dodpaa.
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Samantha Figueroa, Natalie Saunders, Jackelyn Cooper, (back row) Anthonay Martinez, Adrian Serratos, Emiliano Correa, teacher Emily Kramer, Peytyn De Leon, Evelyn Jordan, Carmella Wroten, chaperone Clara Saunders, chaperone
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On June 18, Yolo Supervisor Angel Barajas (center left) and community members gathered at the American Legion Post 77 building to honor Cpl. Albert J. Estrada
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U.S. Army Cpl. Albert J. Estrada of Woodland was just 17 years old when he went missing on Dec. 6, 1950, while fighting in the Korean War.
May marks third month of housing market slowdown
California Association of Realtors
Special to the Express
California’s housing market continues to face headwinds as lingering tariff wars, ongoing economic uncertainty, and elevated mortgage interest rates undermined buyer confidence and dampened homebuyer demand in May, the California Association of Realtors said today.
Closed escrow sales of existing, single-family detached homes in California totaled a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 254,190 in May, according to information collected by CAR from more than 90 local realtor associations and MLSs statewide. The statewide annualized sales figure represents the total number of homes that would be sold during 2025 if sales
maintained the May pace throughout the year. It is adjusted to account for seasonal factors that typically influence home sales.
May’s sales pace fell 5.1 percent from the 267,710 homes sold in April and was down 4.0 percent from a year ago, when 264,850 homes were sold on an annualized basis. May’s sales level was the lowest in four months. The yearover-year decline was the largest since December 2023, and the monthly decline was the first in 17 months. Year-to-date sales barely exceeded the same timeframe in 2024 and could dip below last year’s level in June if the market continues to lose momentum.
Statewide pending sales in May slipped from last year’s level for the sixth consecutive month, but the year-over-year drop
was the smallest in the past six months. With mortgage rates steadily increasing for three straight weeks since
the beginning of May, mortgage demand softened further at the end of the month, despite rate improve-
ments during the same time period.
Housing sentiment, on the other hand, continued to rise, reaching the highest level in the past six months.
Consumers who believed “now is a good time to buy” climbed to 26 percent in May ― the highest level since
February 2022 ― from 23 percent in April. If this optimism continues to rise for another month while mortgage rates stabilize, the market momentum could pick up again to turn around the buying season.
“With home prices leveling off and more homes coming onto the market, it’s a great time for well-qualified buyers to enter the market,” said CAR President Heather Ozur, a Palm Springs realtor. “Lower prices are making homes more affordable, and the growing inventory means buyers have more choices. It’s a rare window where people can find their ideal home at a good value — making now an ideal time to buy.”
After recording a new high in April, the California median price pulled back in May but remained above the $900,000 benchmark. The May median price of $900,170 declined 1.1 percent from April
Facebook: a fascinating source for science, art, history, humor and music
When I was a child, I would spend hours reading, page by page, the World Book Encyclopedia. I learned about so many things, places, and ideas with every page I turned.
If I looked up “peonies,” I’d next be reading about Peoria, and then about the history of pepper. And after reading about Alabama for a school assignment, I’d turn the page and discover facts about alabaster, Aladdin and the Alamo. Facebook has become my current version of the World Book Encyclopedia I loved. Every day, Facebook broadens my world, expands my knowledge, satisfies my nostalgia for my past, and stimulates my curiosity about the future.
If you have a strong interest in history, you may enjoy these Facebook pages: A Daily Dose of History, History Daily and Roman History. I also recommend Ancient Marvels of Mankind Facebook provides
a wonderful way to keep up with the fast-changing world of science, especially astronomy. Check out the Facebook pages from NASA, the WEBB Telescope, Secrets of the Universe, and the Planetary Society And I also suggest the excellent Facebook page from Smithsonian Magazine
Enjoy a good laugh?
Then follow the Facebook pages for these well-known cartoons: Peanuts, Calvin and Hobbes, Pickles, Bizarro and The Far Side
You may also like the daily cartoons from New Yorker Magazine
Facebook lets me hear the dynamic international star pianist, Yuja Wang, and the remarkable young pipe organist, Anna Lockwood. You might also enjoy guitarists Alexandra Wittingham, from England, and Xuefei Yang, from China. And Best Classic Bands of the 60’s replays hits from the greatest decade in
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Horoscopes
ARIES (Mar 21/Apr 20),
Nothing is too much for you to handle right now, Aries. But don’t take on even more as a way to prove something to someone. That could be a recipe for trouble.
TAURUS (Apr 21/May 21),
Your physical energy is strong right now, Taurus. This may work to your advantage regarding your relationship. Your desire for love and passion is intense right now, so explore it.
GEMINI (May 22/Jun 21), Matters of the heart may need a little work right now, Gemini. If things haven’t been going too smoothly, you might have to examine the dynamics of the relationship and make changes.
CANCER (Jun 22/Jul 22),
You have an incredible passion for life, Cancer. It’s attracting friends and family members into your circle. Partner with someone who shares your energy.
LEO (Jul 23/Aug 23), Leo, if things aren’t going smoothly at work, be careful about blaming yourself. You need to look at the bigger picture and figure out who all the players are in this situation.
VIRGO (Aug 24/Sept 22),
Virgo, even when others may count you out, you can be full of surprises. Do not let a recent success go entirely to your head, however. You still have a lot of work to do.
LIBRA (Sept 23/Oct 23), Libra, even though you may like to plan ahead and take things slowly, sometimes you need to throw caution to the wind. When an opportunity all but falls in your lap, run with it.
SCORPIO (Oct 24/Nov 22), Scorpio, recent conflicts may ignite some mixed feelings, which could prove confusing. Think about solutions that potentially benefit all around you, including yourself.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23/Dec 21), You might not be having the best luck right now, Sagittarius, but things can change quickly. Keep your chin up and your eyes set on your goal. Networking may help you move forward.
CAPRICORN (Dec 22/Jan 20), Capricorn, if you have any health questions, make an appointment to talk to someone right away. It is important to stay ahead of things.
AQUARIUS (Jan 21/Feb 18),
Something that has been taking up a bulk of your time is finally coming to a close, Aquarius. This will be a big relief and a lot of stress will be lifted in the process.
PISCES (Feb 19/Mar 20), People keep coming up to you expecting all of the answers, Pisces. Don’t feel pressured to please everyone. Right now you may be content to enjoy some alone time.
and was down 0.9 percent from $908,000 in May 2024. The monthly decline was below the historical average of over 1.2 percent recorded between April and May.
The statewide median price decline can be attributed to multiple factors, including elevated interest rates, insurance availability/affordability, economic uncertainty and home sellers’ willingness to reduce prices. Home prices will likely come down further from April’s record high as the market enters the second half of the year. Seasonality will play a role in the price moderation, and
YOU ARE
DEFAULT UND ER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 0 4/19/2022 UNLESS YOU TAKE AC TION TO PR OTEC T YOUR PROPERTY IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER OTICE is hereby given that PLACER FORECLOSURE, INC , as trustee, or successor trustee or substituted trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: HYC INVESTMENT A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION Recorded 04/22/2022 as Instrument No 2022-0010223 in book page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Yolo County California and pursuant to the otice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 2/24/2025 in Book Page as Instrument No 2025-0002972 of said Official Records, WILL SELL on 7/03/2025 At the North entrance to the City Hall located at 1110 West Capitol Avenue West Sacramento CA 95691 at 2:45 PM AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State hereinafter described: A portion of Parcel One and Parcel Two as described in the Grant Deed to Joshua D Sucevich and Tiffany Sucevich filed for record as Document Number 2013-0012435 in the Office of the Yolo County Recorder being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point on the Southerly line of Parcel "A" as shown on the Parcel Map filed for record on Book 1 of Parcel Maps, Page 100, Yolo County Records which bears North 88 12 33 ; West 479 00 feet from the Southeast corner of said Parcel A ; thence leaving said Southerly line South 02°45 00 East 457 27 feet to the Southerly line of said Parcel Two; thence along said Southerly line South 87°15'00" West, 1023 49 feet to the Southerly line of said Parcel One; thence along last said Southerly line South 75 30 00 West 36 31 feet; thence South 83°15'00" West 467 00 feet to the Southwest corner of said Parcel One ; thence along the Westerly line of said Parcel One North 02 30 00 West, 717 00 feet to the Northwest corner of said Parcel One and the centerline of County Road No 23 as shown on said Parcel Map; thence along said centerline North 89°00'00" East 1159 22 feet to a corner on the Westerly line of said Parcel A thence leaving said centerline along the Westerly line of said Parcel A South 00 03 34 West 223 03 feet to the Southwest corner of said Parcel A thence along the Southerly line of said Parcel "A" North 89°02'16" East, 268 95 feet; thence North 00°00"00" East, 55 00 feet; thence South 88 12 33 East 102 89 feet to the point of beginning Further described as Parcel 1 in that certain Certificate of compliance recorded April 15 2016 Instrument No 20160009715, Official Records The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: VACANT LAND ESPARTO CA 95627 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation if any shown herein Total mount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $427 935 35 In addition to cash the trustee will accept a cashier s check drawn on a state or national bank a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association or savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state In the event tender other than cash is accepted the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee's Deed until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title , possession or encumbrances to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed advances thereunder with interest as provided therein and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed with interest thereon as provided in said Note fees charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Deed of Trust NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction You will be bidding on a lien not on the property itself Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien If you are the highest bidder at the auction you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder s office or a title insurance company either of which may charge you a fee for this information If you consult either of these resources you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Website www nationwideposting com using the file number assigned to this case PFI-252183 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale Dated: 06/03/2025 PLACER FORECLOSURE INC as said Trustee 12190 Herdal Drive Suite 9 Auburn California 95603 (530) 888-8411 By: STELLA SHAO TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER DIRECTIONS MAY BE OBTAINED PURSUANT TO A WRITTEN REQUEST SUBMITTED TO THE BENEFICIARY C/O
PLACER FORECLOSURE INC 12190 HERDAL DR SUITE 9 AUBURN CA 95603 WITHIN 10 DAYS OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE PLACER FORECLOSURE INC IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE NPP0475305 To: WINTERS EXPRESS
an increase in housing supply will also relieve upward price pressure.
“Although the market has slowed in recent months, there’s potential for a rebound if economic concerns subside,” said CAR Senior Vice President and Chief Economist Jordan Levine. “Consumer sentiment appears to have bottomed out and is now showing signs of improvement, which could support a stronger housing market in the second half of the year. Buyers may take advantage of improved conditions, including deeper price reductions and increased housing inventory.”
Other key points from CAR’s May 2025 resale housing report include:
• At the regional level, unseasonally adjusted home sales in all but one major region in California re-
corded a sales decline in May as home purchase desire pulled back across the state. The Central Coast region experienced the biggest sales drop from last year with a decline of 8.4 percent, as three of its four counties recorded year-over-year losses.
The San Francisco Bay Area followed closely behind with a drop of 8.2 percent, while sales in Southern California fell 7.6 percent and the Central Valley dipped 5.2 percent. The Far North region (0.5 percent) was the only region with a gain from last year, but the increase was essentially flat.
• At the regional level, three of California’s five major regions saw yearover-year increases in median home prices, though two of those gains were under 1 percent. The Central Coast led the state
with a solid 6.2 percent increase compared to May 2024. Southern California (0.9 percent) and Central Valley (0.6 percent) also posted annual price gains, though both were modest — marking the second consecutive month with increases of less than 1 percent in each region. Meanwhile, the San Francisco Bay Area’s median price continued to decline, falling 3.8 percent, and the Far North had its first year-overyear decline in eight months at negative 3.8 percent.
• May’s unsold inventory index (UII) climbed from the prior month as demand slowed while supply continued to grow.
The UII measures the number of months needed to sell the supply of homes on the market at the current sales rate. The index was 3.8 months in May, up from 3.5 months in April and up from 2.6 months in May 2024. Total active listings in May rose on a year-over-year basis by nearly 50 percent and had been increasing at a double-digit growth rate for the last 15 months.The level of active listings last month reached a 67-month high and recorded its 16th consecutive month of annual gain in housing supply.
Honoring our elders, preserving wisdom
Idon’t usually consider myself a sentimental person, but when it comes to history and storytelling, I find myself drawn in, heart first, and suddenly the past feels alive and present.
I love visiting places steeped in history. Growing up, my family set out to visit California’s 21 missions — my father determined to see them all. I was captivated by every detail from the graceful curves of Spanish architecture, the sacred art adorning ancient walls and the weathered headstones that marked lives lived centuries before mine.
What fascinated me most was the human story embedded in each stone, each hand-crafted adobe wall, each carefully preserved room. I found myself drawn to read every historical marker, hungry to understand not just what happened, but who made it happen.
This same hunger drives my passion for the stories our elders carry — stories that are just as precious and far more fragile than any historical monument.
Too often, we view
aging through a lens of loss, focusing on what time takes away rather than what it bestows. Yes, some of our elders face challenges with memory or mobility, but this perspective blinds us to an extraordinary truth: our elders are living archives of wisdom, resilience, and community memory that no museum could ever house. Every community has its unsung heroes — quiet souls whose acts of service, innovation, and steadfast love have helped shape the place we call home. In Winters, these heroes still walk among us: teachers, superintendents, coaches, parents, neighbors, workers, and dreamers — people whose ordinary, everyday moments became the extraordinary foundation on which our town was built. But here’s what makes my heart ache. Every year, we lose irreplaceable chapters
of our community’s story. With each passing of an elder, generations of firsthand knowledge, hard-won wisdom and intimate community connections disappear forever. These aren’t just personal losses — they’re collective tragedies.
This is why I’ve dedicated myself to the Winters Elder Day committee since 2022, when we worked tirelessly to resurrect this vital tradition after the pandemic forced a two-year pause. Because some things are too important to let slip away.
This year’s Winters Elder Day celebration will be held on Saturday, July 5, from 2 to 4 p.m. at St. Anthony Parish Hall. This free event isn’t just another community gathering — it’s a dedicated opportunity to honor five remarkable elders while they can still hear our gratitude, still share their laughter, still touch our hearts with their
presence.
One of my treasured Elder Day memories captures exactly why this event matters so deeply. In 2023, I watched and listened as Doyle Pinkston and Tony Garcia engaged in spirited trash talk about a long-ago basketball game where Woodland defeated Winters. Their eyes sparkled with mischief as they shared competing versions of what “really” happened that day, their joy infectious as they relived a moment that occurred before many of us were even born. In that instant, the past wasn’t history — it was alive, breathing, laughing in the present. Everyone in the room that day was able to experience it. Woody Fridae captured the heart of our mission when he addressed the City Council in June 2024 and asked “How many times have you been to a Celebration of Life of somebody who has passed and you’ve wondered, ‘Why didn’t we honor this person when they were alive?’”
His words pierced straight to the truth we often avoid: we have the power to celebrate our elders now, while
Series of Capitol visits gives voice to farm concerns
By Caleb Hampton California Farm Bureau
California Farm Bureau members from across the state traveled to Sacramento last month to meet with lawmakers at the Capitol and advocate on key issues affecting farmers and ranchers.
The visits marked the inaugural edition of the Farm Bureau’s Calling on the Capitol Series. They took the place of the organization’s Capitol Ag Conference, which in past years was held annually on a single day.
This year, five groups of Farm Bureau members visited the Capitol during four weeks in May, a critical time in the state Legislature’s policymaking calendar. They advocated on policies related to the conservation of farmland and clean water laws, as well as the overall regulatory burden farmers in California face.
“This is one of the most important things we do,” said Chris Reardon, vice president of policy advocacy at the California Farm Bureau. “It allows our members to communicate directly with legislators and legislative staff. While we have a policy team up here on a regular basis, in all honesty, the most effective communicators of our issues are the members themselves.”
During visits with legislators and staff, Farm Bureau members focused on a handful of bills that could especially impact California farms.
Assembly Bill 1156, authored by Assembly Member Buffy Wicks, D-Oakland, would repeal the requirement of a payment to cancel Williamson Act con-
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tracts for solar use easements, streamlining the conversion of water-stressed farmland to solar energy facilities. The Farm Bureau opposes the bill due to the risk it poses to the conservation of farmland.
The California Land Conservation Act of 1965, commonly known as the Williamson Act, preserves farmland by assessing property taxes based on the land’s agricultural value rather than its full market value. The contracts are agreed between landowners and counties or cities and can be dissolved only by paying a fee
jority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry, D-Winters, about the value of keeping Central Valley farmland in production.
“We have the richest soil in almost the whole United States,” Culley said of the loamy soils around Winters where both she and the majority leader farm.
Aguiar-Curry, who grows almonds and walnuts on 80 acres, said she agreed on the importance of preserving California farmland. She suggested water-stressed land be used to cultivate crops such as olives and agave, both of which use relatively less water than some other crops, rath-
“A lot of people don’t realize where their food comes from or the value of preserving that land.”
Amber McDowell, Sacramento County Farm Bureau
of 12.5 percent of the land value or through a nonrenewal process that takes nine years.
“A lot of people don’t realize where their food comes from or the value of preserving that land,” Amber McDowell, executive director of the Sacramento County Farm Bureau, said last month during a visit to the state Capitol. “Once we pave it over, it’s gone. We don’t want to get into a situation where we depend on other nations to provide for our essential needs such as food.”
Gaul Culley, a Solano County farmer, spoke during a visit with Assembly Ma-
er than paving over prime farmland to install solar panels.
“It’s really critical to preserve that land so farmers can continue to farm and pass it on to the next generation,” McDowell said.
Another proposed law, Senate Bill 601, authored by state Sen. Ben Allen, D-Santa Monica, would create a new water quality permitting regime for “nexus waters,” aiming to replace some federal clean water rules that were recently limited by the Trump administration.
The bill would also establish a “private right of action,” allowing private citizens or organizations to
they can feel our appreciation, while they can share in our joy, while they can know beyond doubt how much they matter. Each of our elders contains volumes of untold stories, hardearned wisdom, and historical perspective that no book could ever capture. They witnessed revolutions that transformed daily life, lived through social movements that redefined justice, and navigated challenges that tested the very fabric of our community. Their firsthand accounts don’t just inform us—they transform abstract history into vivid, beating life.
Whether they were born in Winters or found their way here later, each elder carries pieces of our collective puzzle. They connect us to our roots while inspiring us to nurture the community spirit that makes Winters special. They show us that the seemingly small moments — a kind word to a neighbor, a volunteer shift at the school, a quiet act of service — are actually the building blocks of the place we call home. Their stories might
seem ordinary to them, but if we listen with open hearts and minds, we discover that their experiences, challenges, and triumphs contain lessons that could change how we approach our own lives. In their voices, we hear echoes of our own struggles and dreams. In their wisdom, we find guidance for the crossroads ahead.
I’m asking you to join me on July 5 — not just as attendees, but to experience our community’s living history. Come to hear stories that will make you laugh, shed a tear, and see your world through new eyes. Come to honor people who deserve recognition while they can receive it. Because when we honor our elders, we don’t just celebrate their past — we enrich our present and secure our future. We remind ourselves that every life has value, every story matters, and every elder deserves to know they are treasured. The opportunity is irreplaceable. Will you join me in celebrating our living history before it becomes just a memory?
bring legal action on alleged water quality violations on private farms. That part of the proposed law is the most worrisome for some farm advocates.
“It’s a huge concern,” Reardon said. “Just imagine having your neighbors or some advocacy group hire legal counsel to sue you over alleged permit violations. We think that’s a big problem.”
Both AB 1156 and SB 601 passed out of committees and are set to be voted on in the respective legislative houses of their authors. Reardon said the Farm Bureau will continue advocating for amendments to the bills.
“Farm Bureau has done a really good job of facilitating days like this for members to come provide a voice,” McDowell said.
She added that state Farm Bureau staff helped make the Capitol visits a success by providing mentorship and preparation to members before they met with lawmakers.
“When people are paired up with those who have done it before and with the government affairs team, it makes it easier, and we become better advocates and provide more voices,” she said.
In addition to advocating on specific policies, Farm Bureau members said the Calling on the Capitol Series provided opportunities to build rapport with lawmakers, especially those in urban and suburban districts who may be less familiar with the challenges and nuances of operating a farm.
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rock ’n’ roll Fans of American musical theater love the numerous postings on Broadway Remembered. If you want to learn more about art, you will love the History of Art. And if you are a fan of the Beatles, you won’t want to miss the daily stories from the Abbey Road Tribute page, which is just one of more than 500 Beatles-related Facebook pages. There are so many other Facebook pages that may delight and inspire you. Baseball fans should not miss Baseball In Pics. A great place to read about female athletes is Just Women’s Sports. And The Dodo is an absolutely fantastic site, with tearful-to-cheerful videos about abandoned or abused dogs, cats and farm animals, and how they were rescued and given great new lives.
Facebook offers pages for just about any hobby you may have. This Old House, Woodworking for Beginners, and Carpenters Ideas DIY can help you improve your woodworking and home repair skills. And Blacktail Studio and Bourbon Moth Woodworking let you see sensational work from professional woodworking artists.
Star Trek fans
should join me in following Star Trek Original Era Roundtable and Star Trek Fans. And if you watched television at 9 p.m. every Sunday evening in the 1960s, as I did, you’ll love seeing video highlights from The Ed Sullivan Show Finally, Facebook provides all Winters residents with news about Winters. On my Facebook feed are: Winters Community Info and Tips, Discover Winters, the Winters District Chamber of Commerce and the Winters Community Page. Also worth seeing are Winters Pets Lost and Found, Winters Friends of the Library (WFoL) and Winters Theatre Company
It’s wonderful that many people enjoy Facebook photos of a friend’s child graduating from sixth grade, and pictures of what your neighbor just cooked for dinner. That’s great. And it’s fun. But Facebook also lets you learn about the history of our planet and the universe, get useful input about your hobbies and special interests, and listen to great musical artists. I urge you to find your favorite places, persons and planets on Facebook – the World Book Encyclopedia for the modern digital world.
—Read more from Richard Kleeberg at JustThePoint.com or contact him at Starbase27@gmail.com.
Sports
Youth sports safety: Know the injuries, know the risks
attention:
ACL tears (Anterior Cruciate Ligament)
Youth sports remain a
with millions of children taking part in organized
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According to the National Council of Youth Sports, an estimated 60 million children are registered for youth sports across the United States. North of the border, Solutions Research Group Consultants reports that more than four million Canadian youths participate in one or more organized sports or recreational activities annually.
While the physical, mental, and social benefits of sports are well-documented — from improved fitness and teamwork to confidence and discipline —nthese advantages must be balanced with a strong emphasis on safety. T
he Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that nearly 2.7 million children and adolescents are treated in emergency departments each year for sports-related injuries.
Spotting, responding to injuries
Many sports injuries can go unnoticed in the early stages, particularly in children who are eager to keep playing or lack the vocabulary to describe their symptoms. That’s why parents, coaches, trainers, and volunteers must be prepared to recognize the signs of injury and act quickly. Below are several common youth sports injuries and the symptoms that may indicate a child needs medical
ACL injuries occur when the ligament that connects the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia) is torn—usually due to a sudden pivot, stop, or change in direction. This is especially common in sports like soccer, basketball, football, and gymnastics.
Symptoms:
• Immediate and intense pain
• A popping sound or sensation at the time of injury
• Rapid swelling within a few hours
• Difficulty bearing weight or walking
Internal abdominal injuries
Though less common, internal injuries are potentially serious and may affect organs like the spleen, liver, and kidneys. According to Stanford Medicine
Children’s Health, there is growing evidence that internal injuries among young athletes may be on the rise, particularly in contact sports.
Symptoms:
• Abdominal pain, especially on one side
• (Upper left: spleen, upper right: liver, lower back/ flanks: kidneys)
• Nausea or vomiting
• Blood in the urine (a red flag requiring immediate evaluation)
Ankle sprains
A twisted or rolled ankle can stretch or tear the ligaments that stabilize the joint. While often minor, more severe sprains can mimic fractures and should be taken seriously.
Symptoms:
• Pain and swelling, typi-
cally on the outside of the ankle
• Bruising and tenderness
• Inability to put weight on the foot or walk normally
Note: Because symptoms of a sprain and a fracture can overlap, an X-ray may be necessary to rule out a broken bone.
Bone fractures
Fractures in youth sports frequently result from falls, collisions, or direct impacts. Some fractures are obvious, while others may be harder to detect.
Symptoms:
• A snapping or grinding sound at the time of injury
• Visible deformity or misalignment
• Swelling, bruising, and severe pain
• Inability to move the limb or bear weight
• Open fractures may involve a visible bone
through the skin.
Concussions
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head—or even to the body—that causes the brain to shake inside the skull. Sports like football, soccer, hockey, and cheerleading are common culprits.
Symptoms (per the American Academy of Pediatrics):
• Appears dazed or stunned
• Confusion, clumsy movements, or delayed respons-
es
• Headache, nausea, or vomiting
• Sensitivity to light or noise
• Difficulty remembering events before or after the injury
• Loss of consciousness
(even briefly)
Children with suspected concussions should be removed from play and evaluated by a healthcare professional before returning to activity.
Growth plate injuries
Children’s bones grow from areas of cartilage called growth plates, which are softer and more prone to injury than fully developed bone. Injuries here can affect future bone development if not properly treated.
Symptoms (per the Mayo Clinic):
• Pain, tenderness, or swelling near joints (especially in arms, legs, hands, or feet)
• Limited movement or difficulty bearing weight
• Injury after a fall, twist, or repetitive motion (e.g., throwing)
Some growth plate injuries are not immediately visible on an X-ray but may still require medical evaluation.
Prioritizing safety
While sports are an excellent outlet for physical activity and personal growth, safety must always come first. Education and prevention are key:
• Encourage proper warmups and cool-downs
• Use age-appropriate gear and equipment
• Follow sport-specific safety guidelines
• Never push an injured player to “tough it out”
By staying informed and attentive, parents and coaches can help protect young athletes and ensure that their sports experience remains positive and rewarding.
City clarifies swim program hours for remainder of season
Express staff
As summer heats up, the city of Winters has clarified closing procedures at the Bobbie Greenwood Community Swim Center, aiming to ensure safety and smooth operations through the rest of the swim season.
Pool Manager Ruby Rodriguez recently confirmed that all swim programs will continue as scheduled, with one important clarification: the gates will open at the listed program start times, and the pool will close five minutes before the listed end times. Patrons
will then have an additional five minutes to gather their belongings, rinse off, and exit the facility.
“This equates to a total of 10 minutes for patrons to safely exit the premises,” Rodriguez said. “We ask that this time not be used to catch up or chat with the lifeguards, who will be focused on completing closing procedures, some of which cannot be safely done while swimmers remain in the facility.”
Kate Laddish, a community volunteer serving as the city pool liaison, emailed the Express with the im-
portance of respecting the schedule.
“Lifeguards are only scheduled through 8 p.m.,” Laddish said.
“Those five minutes make a large difference in our work and help ensure patrons are given ample time to exit while lifeguards can safely supervise and close down the pool. This is a generous compromise, as it extends patron time slightly be-
yond the listed closing hour.”
Laddish also noted that the posted program times represent the “full operational hours of the facility, not just when swimmers are allowed in the water.”
Revised swim hours
The June–July swim schedule, including special hours and closure dates, is available at https://bit. ly/25revSwim. With some exceptions and events planned, pool users are encouraged to check the calendar regularly.
Upcoming events include Family Swim Night, a popular program scheduled from 7 to 9 p.m., offering a fun and affordable evening for all ages at $2 per person.
Additional program
details can be found at:
• Lap Swim: www. cityofwinters.org/209/ Lap-Swim
• Open Swim: www. cityofwinters.org/208/ Open-Swim
Stay informed
To receive timely updates about schedule changes, weather-related closures, or other swim-related notifications, residents can sign up for “Winters Lap Swim” alerts via email or text through the city’s website at www.cityofwinters.org/list.aspx#agendaCenter. Those interested in broader city updates can also subscribe to “City Manager Updates” for regular information on city programs, events, and community announcements.
Youth sports offer fun, fitness, and lifelong skills—but safety must come first. Parents, coaches, and volunteers play a vital role in spotting common injuries and ensuring young athletes get the care they need
Crystal Apilado/Winters Express
The public can cool off during Lap Swim and Open Swim schedules at the Bobbie Greenwood Swim Center.
Art & Entertainment
Broken Compass Bluegrass to perform on Opera House stage
Get ready for a night of high-energy string music as Broken Compass Bluegrass Band takes the stage at the Winters Opera House on Friday, July 11, at 7 p.m.
Formed in 2021, Broken Compass Bluegrass (BCB) has quickly earned acclaim for its tight arrangements, skilled picking, and standout songwriting. Hailing from Northern California, the band features Kyle Ledson, Django Ruckrich, Mei
Lin Heirendt, and Sam Jacobs — four young but seasoned multi-instrumentalists, vocalists, and songwriters.
Despite their youth, each member brings a wealth of experience to the stage, making BCB one of the most exciting emerging acts in the California bluegrass and jam band scenes.
From the first note, BCB delivers a performance that’s both technically impressive and emotionally resonant. Their intri-
cate melodies and angelic harmonies blend tradition with innovation, creating a fresh take on bluegrass that captivates audiences of all kinds.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan of roots music or simply looking for a night of foot-stomping fun, Broken Compass Bluegrass promises an unforgettable show.
Tickets are $25 and can be purchased through the Winters Theatre Company at www.winterstheatre. org.
Enjoy free music in downtown Winters
Special to the Express
Downtown Winters is turning up the volume this summer with a lively lineup of free live music in the heart of town.
From toe-tapping Thursday evenings at the Rotary Gazebo to relaxed Sunday mornings at the Winters Farmers Market — and even special Friday night shows on Main Street — there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Whether you’re sipping coffee and shopping local at the Sunday Farmers Market, or taking a warm evening stroll downtown, live music sets the scene for joyful, community-centered fun.
Here’s what’s playing to round out June and kick off July:
The Thursday-night concerts are hosted by the Winters District Chamber of Commerce in June and
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Sacramento County winegrape grower Bret Bartholomew said he participated because face-to-face encounters make a difference.
“It makes it real if they see the people who are there doing it day-to-day,” Bartholomew said. “If they’re not just looking at a piece of paper to see what the bill says but having a personal relationship with someone, that probably has an impact on them.”
Assemblywoman Stephanie Nguyen, D-Elk Grove, who met last month with Farm Bureau members from Sacramento and San Francisco counties, echoed that.
“It makes a difference” when people show up in person, Nguyen said. When lawmakers are mulling their position on a bill, it matters “who asked for support,” versus taking it for granted, she said. “We always remember.”
This article was originally published in the June 4 issue of Ag Alert, and reprinted with permission from the California Farm Bureau.
Twilight wine event returns Saturday
Special to the Express
The Yolo County Vineyard & Winery Association announces the return of Twilight — one of the region’s most anticipated summer wine events — on Saturday, June 28, at Taber Ranch in the Capay Valley. Now in its 9th year, the event brings together more than a dozen boutique wineries in a single, unforgettable location, a perfect excuse to spend a weekend exploring Yolo County.
From 6 to 7:30 p.m., guests will enjoy guided tasting flights from more than 12 participating wineries, followed by an extended evening of wine and beer by the glass, delicious local fare and live music under the stars.
“Twilight is the ultimate summer celebration of Yolo County wine- laid-back, scenic, and full of flavor,” said Terry Selk, Executive Director of Visit Yolo. “Friends gather on the lawn,
Valley.
sip small-production wines, indulge in local bites, move to the music, and make memories long past the tasting.”
Event details Twilight takes place on Saturday, June 28, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Taber Ranch (16628 County Rd. 81, Capay).
Tickets are available at www.yolocountywines.com/ store/p/twilight-2025.
Participating wineries include: Berryessa Gap Vineyards, Capay Valley Vineyards, Elevation
Ten, Great Bear Vineyards, Grindstone Wines, Heringer Estates, Julietta Vineyards, Matchbook Wine Co., Seka Hills, Simas Family Vineyards, Silt Wine Co., Taber Ranch and Turkovich Family Wines.
Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.
Outside food is permitted, but no outside beverages or pets. A photo ID is required for entry. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
DMTC retells Disney’s ‘Hunchback’
Special to the Express
Winters Friends of the Library in July.
Thursdays in June, from 7 to 9 p.m., Rotary Park Gazebo
• June 26 – Duo Sonics
• July 4 – No music scheduled for Independence Day
Fridays, June and July, from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
• June 27 – Steve Mahoney & Friends
Sundays, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., on Downtown Main Street
• June 29 – Odd Man Out
• July 6 – Eddie Davis
Additional dates and bands to be announced. Bring your friends, family and lawn chairs — and come support local talent, local businesses and the lively spirit of downtown Winters.
Experience the sweeping score and powerful story of Disney’s “The Hunchback of Notre Dame,” being put on at Davis Musical Theatre Company.
“Hunchback” (underwritten by Suzy Goldschmidt, in honor of David Goldschmidt) opened on June 20, and plays through Sunday, July 13, at the Jean Henderson Performing Arts Center, 607 Peña Dr., No. 10, Davis.
The show features music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, and book by Peter Parnell.
Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney ani-
mated feature, “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz.
The show is directed by Steve Isaacson, with musical direction by Kyle Jackson and choreography by Logan Sexton. The musical begins as the bells of Notre Dame sound through the famed cathedral in 15th-century Paris.
Quasimodo, the deformed bell-ringer who longs to be “Out There,” observes all of Paris reveling in the Feast of Fools.
Held captive by his devious caretaker, the archdeacon Dom Claude Frollo, he
escapes for the day and joins the boisterous crowd, only to be treated cruelly by all but the beautiful Romani woman, Esmeralda.
Quasimodo isn’t the only one captivated by her free spirit, though — the handsome Captain Phoebus and Frollo are equally enthralled. As the three vie for her attention, Frollo embarks on a mission to destroy the Roma — it’s up to Quasimodo to save them all.
Tickets can be purchased online at dmtc.org or by calling 530-756-3682 (there is a $2 facility fee per ticket). You’ll want to experience the powerful score and emotional storytelling.
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Broken Compass Bluegrass Band takes the stage at the Winters Opera House on July 11.
OMA Admin/Courtesy photo
Twilight offers live music, delicious local fare and features more than 12 wineries at Taber Ranch in Capay
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