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MONTE SERENO’S LATEST MAYOR RECALLS HELPING WITH LOS GATOS FOUNDING OF ATARI Voracious newspaper reader Lon Allan is working with Asm. Pellerin on wildfire prevention Drew Penner, Editor
Lon Allan, 82, remembers the scrappy 1970s in Silicon Valley, when his client, future Video Game Hall of Famer Nolan Bushnell, hadn’t co-founded Atari yet. “He was the founder, I was his lawyer,” recalled Allan, the new mayor of Monte Sereno, during a recent interview at BLVD Coffee in Los Gatos. “Probably the most creative person I’ve ever represented— where most people see problems, Nolan saw opportunities.” It’s Allan’s second time at the head of the small, wealthy enclave neighboring San Jose, Saratoga and Los Gatos, and to tackle rising challenges like unaffordability, wildfire risk, funding cutbacks, traffic and a variety of quality-of-life concerns—he’ll be dipping into the deep well of experience he’s replenished over the decades in different industries. And that goes all the way back to that time he helped set up a little Los Gatos business called Atari. “I incorporated Atari right here in Los Gatos, California. I filed the articles of incorporation in June 1972. Our world headquarters where we started was Winchester and Lark,” he said, adding back then they thought they didn’t need anyone over the age of 30 involved. “The truth is, we were full of ourselves.” ➝ Allan, 11
THE BOSS From town halls that are in the works, to efforts to make minority communities feel more welcome, to balancing the need for more housing with the interests of local homeowners, Los Gatos Mayor Rob Moore shares his plans for the coming year with the newspaper.
Q&A: NEW YEAR MEANS A NEW MAYOR FOR LOS GATOS Rob Moore on housing, handling criticism and rules for e-bikes Faizi Samadani, Contributor
Los Gatos has a municipal government system where Council members, who are elected for staggered four-year terms, rotate being mayor. In December, Rob Moore, now in his fourth year on the body, became the youngest mayor in the history of Los Gatos.
At the ripe age of 27, Moore is also the youngest member of the Council. His passion to serve is obvious. And he says he plans to run for another term. Though no stranger to controversy, Moore will now take on greater responsibilities—and will potentially have to fight off increased attacks—as mayor. But, he says he’s ready for the challenge. Faizi Samadani sat down with Moore recently for an ex-
tended interview, recording his thoughts on residential development proposals, legal fights and how to protect Los Gatos’ unique character. What are your favorite things about the town of Los Gatos? Good question. I'm a big outdoors person, so I love our access to nature. I run on the Los Gatos Creek Trail once or twice a week, and I think the Creek ➝ Moore, 8
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NEYSA FLIGOR’S VICTORY MARGIN OVER RISHI KUMAR IN ASSESSOR’S RACE PASSES 66K the Monterey Bay region, including in Santa Cruz, Salinas and Monterey, to protest the US incursion into Venezuela.
PROTESTERS DECRY VENEZUELA INVASION Protests erupted across the United States on Saturday following President Donald Trump’s military attack on Venezuela late Friday Tarmo Hannula, Reporter
Protests erupted across the United States on Saturday following President Donald Trump’s military attack on Venezuela late Friday. Demonstrations were held throughout the Monterey Bay region, including in Santa Cruz, Salinas and Monterey. Organized by Indivisible Pajaro Valley, protesters waved signs reading “No Blood for Oil,” “No New Wars,” and “Enough Is Enough.” The two-hour protest drew cheers and honking horns from passing motorists. Following airstrikes on civilian and government sites in Venezuela’s capital, Caracas, U.S. troops detained President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, and transported them to the United States to face criminal charges, according to international news reports. The action has sent shockwaves around the world. The Trump administration said Maduro was captured to face U.S. drug-trafficking charges and to dismantle what it described as a criminal regime. “It was an assault like people have not seen since World War II,” Trump told
reporters during a Saturday press conference. “It was a force against a heavily fortified military fortress in the heart of Caracas to bring outlaw dictator Nicolás Maduro to justice. This was one of the most stunning, effective and powerful displays of American military might and competence in American history.” Trump has framed the operation as part of a broader strategy to combat narcotics trafficking, weaken Maduro’s grip on power and reassert U.S. influence in the region, including over Venezuela’s oil resources. The move drew sharp criticism from local, state and federal lawmakers. “‘E pluribus unum: out of many, one’ guides our democracy and reminds us that our strength comes from shared responsibility and respect for the rule of law,” said Assemblymember Dawn Addis. “While Venezuela’s leaders have caused immense harm to their own people, President Trump bypassing Congress and the American people in a direct takeover does not make us safer. We are a nation of laws, and the president must operate within, not outside of, them. American democracy is a flame that has never been blown out, and we cannot allow one man’s autocratic ideation to extinguish it now.” Addis said she plans to introduce legislation next week aimed at protecting democratic governance. *Todd Guild contributed to this story.
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Assistant Santa Clara County Assessor Neysa Fligor's landslide victory margin in the Dec. 30 election for county assessor continued to grow into the New Year, as the county Registrar of Voters wraps up ballot counting in the special runoff election. Fligor led Kumar by 66,437 votes—essentially a two-to-one margin—in unofficial returns reported in the latest count. The Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters reported, Jan. 2 at 4:39pm, that Fligor had 142,720 votes – 65.16% – and Kumar with 76,283 votes – 34.83%. Fligor had announced her victory shortly after midnight on Dec. 31, which followed a concession statement by her runoff election rival, former Saratoga Council member Rishi Kumar. “Thank you so much to everyone who voted and who helped with this campaign,” Fligor said in a social media post to her supporters. “Your support means so much to me and my team. I look forward to being your next Santa Clara County Assessor!” “We lost,” said Kumar in his social media post. “The people of Santa Clara County have spoken, and I respect the outcome. I have conveyed my congratulations to Neysa on a solid victory.” Fligor's initial margin proved insurmountable. As the top two vote-getters among four candidates in the Nov. 4 general election, Fligor and Kumar were the only names in the runoff election for assessor. Most county voters chose to pass on the chance to cast a vote for a post that hasn’t been up for grabs in three decades. Fligor will fill the seat vacated after the June announcement from former assessor Larry Stone that he would retire after
THE LOSER Rishi Kumar. more than 30 years and leave before his term expired. Fligor is a native Jamaican who earned a law degree from Georgetown University. She stressed her expertise and experience in the assessor’s office. Fligor is a member of the Los Altos City Council and serves as the city’s vice mayor. Voter participation in the unusual holiday voting was expected to be low—and it was. Since the close of ballot counting on Election Day, when 165,939 votes were tallied, the total increased by Jan. 2 to 218,204, 20.4% of the county’s 1,071,024 registered voters, according to the Registrar of Voters. Any mail ballots received by Jan. 6 will be included in the final, official total. In the final Nov. 4 vote, Fligor had led Kumar by more than 63,000 votes. “This election was unique in many respects, not least of which was the challenge of conducting an election during the holiday season. This was the first time in our county's history that voting locations were open for voting on Christmas Day,” said Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters Matt Moreles.
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ART-O-MATIC Kimberly Snyder, NUMU's executive director (left), and Jamie Donofrio, development and communications manager, stand by an art-dispensing machine in the lobby. With a $5 token and a pull of the knob, you end up with a miniature art work.
NUMU STARTS OFF STRONG WITH FRESH SLATE OF CULTURAL PROGRAMMING From newspaper wars, to Girl Scouts creating art, there’s plenty on tap in January Dinah Cotton, Contributor
Treat yourself to some culture and enjoy the local museum. An afternoon at NUMU might help to beat the mid-winter blues. There’s lots more to do here than just wander around. And in case you did not know, located right next door is Friends of the Library, another great escape.
A mini vacay
Get out of your rut (the house, the office, the car) for an afternoon experience at this local cultural institution. Taking a tour or experiencing a talk might even count as a mini vacation—a small escape. And if you live in town, admission is free.
Girl Scouts go for a badge
This Sunday, Girls Scout Juniors (Grades 4-5) are invited to come from 1-3pm (check-in at 12:45pm) for a program that will result in a Drawing Badge. The $45 entry fee includes materials and a take-home finished project, museum admission for the day for the participating Scout and one guardian, and the Drawing Badge. (Each additional accompanying adult receives 50% off museum admission for the day.)
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On Jan. 16, from 11-11:45am, NUMU will hold its “Los Gatos Newspapers History Tour,” where I will be discussing the early days of newspapers in town with Kimberly Snyder, the museum’s executive director. Humorist Finley Peter Dunne—speaking through his alter-ego, critic “Mr. Dooley”—famously once wrote what’s since been adopted as the motto of news writers everywhere:
“Th newspaper does ivrything f ’r us. It runs th’ polis foorce an’ th’' banks, commands th’ milishy, controls th’ ligislachure, baptizes th’ young, marries th’ foolish, comforts th’ afflicted, afflicts th’ comfortable, buries th’ dead an’ roasts thim aftherward.” You might know it better as: Comfort the afflicted, afflict the comfortable. Do you read print media or do you prefer to get your news online? Either way, you are welcome to swing by to find out more about the history of newspapers in our town—from the beginning to today—during this unique event.
Submissions sought from high schoolers
If you know of a high schooler who is an aspiring artist, you might want to encourage them to enter “Art Now,” a juried show. Submissions for “ArtNow 2026: Before / Between / Beyond” close Jan. 25, at 11:59pm.
Painting Brownines
In partnership with Girls Scouts of Northern California, on Jan. 24, Brownies (Grades 2-3) will be taking their Painting Badge at the museum. Cost: $45, which includes museum admission for the day for the participating Girl Scout and one guardian. (Each additional accompanying adult receives 50% off museum admission for the day
Mending workshop
On Sunday, Jan. 31, from 1-4pm, NUMU will hold its “Mending as Repair and Embellishment: Workshop with Jody Alexander” event. Book and fiber artist Jody Alexander (on view in Stitches & Wiggles) will be at the museum for an afternoon of learning all things mending. During a three-hour workshop, the artist will teach a variety of mending techniques. To learn more: numulosgatos.org
PRINTED GRATITUDE A sign on the first floor of the Hall of Justice recognizes the efforts of Santa Clara County jurors—or at least those who follow the rules.
JUROR DQ’D AS SHANNON O’CONNOR TRIAL KICKS INTO HIGH GEAR So-called “Party Mom” sports new look as witnesses recall alcohol-fueled parties Drew Penner, Editor
Before the first witness of the year was sworn-in during the ongoing trial of Shannon O’Connor—the Los Gatos woman dubbed “Party Mom” for the role she’s accused of playing in organizing alcohol-fueled get-togethers for teens— there was a small matter Santa Clara County Superior Court Judge Elizabeth C. Peterson had to attend to. One of the jurors admitted he’d disobeyed their instructions and consumed media about the case—and not just by briefly encountering an unavoidable headline. “I saw it on YouTube,” he told the Los Gatan, as he descended the elevator and headed out towards the San Jose street, after being kicked out Monday morning. Up in Department 39, John Doe 5 took the stand to recount the arc of his relationship with O’Connor (between 6th Grade and his freshman year of high school). O’Connor is accused of 39 offenses, including child endangerment and sexual battery. Instead of the bedraggled demeanor of her bail hearing era, for 2026 O’Connor is sporting more of a librarian look: black suit jacket, collared light top, well-coiffed brown hair and glasses. John Doe 5 told Deputy District Attorney Joanna Lee he saw five or six of his peers puking after drinking too much at one O’Connor-organized event.
“I saw a bunch of people throwing up and crying in the bathroom,” he said, noting at that particular gathering he downed at least 10 drinks during a period when he also hit the hot tub—and hopped in the pool. “It wasn’t the best decision I made.” Lee asked him how he got home from the party. John Doe 5, who was given immunity by prosecutors, replied that he was so drunk he had to get a friend to type his mom for him. He’d initially wanted to stay overnight, but wasn’t allowed, he said. The witness said that O’Connor became so ingrained within his social group that if you got on her bad side—for example by revealing details about the partying to other adults—you would be ostracized. “You’d become isolated,” he said. “Because you’d screwed up.” Sexual discourse wasn’t out of the ordinary in group settings with the decades-older O’Connor, he said, explaining she’d constantly pry for “drama” gossip—about who was having sex with who. In fact, he added, one time she even suggested he try hooking up with a girl his age he liked. John Doe 5 said O’Connor only suggested he go “talk” to the girl, but that the angling for sex was implied. The witness said he did talk to the girl, though it didn’t lead to sex. John Doe 5 said he didn’t feel coerced by O’Connor. ➝ Trial, 13
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CIVIC CENTER EXTERIOR Moore has promised to be the mayor for all of Los Gatans, not just those who are closely aligned with his progressive leanings.
YOUNGEST MAYOR HAS BIG DREAMS FOR LOS GATOS Moore, from page 1 Trail is amazing. I love that it passes through some beautiful parks, like Vasona. I think that's amazing, and I often bike once a week on those trails. So, I really enjoy the access to nature, even within Santa Clara County or the Bay Area. I have friends that live in other cities in the county, and it's just not the same in that way. Perhaps it's a bit cliché, but I think my favorite thing about Los Gatos is the people. I think Los Gatos has a wonderful welcoming community of people that really care about each other. They care a lot about creating a community. Just the past few weeks, we've had all of the holiday festivities. And when you go downtown, it's so incredibly vibrant. There are so many people out. It's a diverse mix of people. I said this in my swearing-in speech, that we have a community that refuses to sit on the sidelines. I think we don't
have a lot of people in our town who just go to work in Palo Alto, drive home and watch TV for the rest of the day— and do it over again. I think we have a lot of people that are very engaged, that participate in the local economy and the community and the schools. I love our downtown. I think we're so fortunate to have a true downtown. You know, some of our neighboring cities—like Cupertino, for instance—don't actually have a downtown. It's something I totally took for granted growing up in Los Gatos. How do you handle criticism? Being on the Council for the last 3 years, I've dealt with a lot of criticism. I'm no stranger to it by any means. In one way, it's just part of the job. I support—and try to coach and mentor—a lot of potential candidates, especially younger candidates in other places around our state. And one of the things I tell candidates is, I think anybody can run for office. And there's just one prerequisite, and it's that you have to have thick skin. If you don't have thick skin, you can't do it. Because people are going to be mean to you all the time. Do you believe that age plays a role in criticism of you? I'm not sure. You know, I'll say a couple things. One, there's a woman who comes
into most Town Council meetings who does not agree with my politics. She's a big self-proclaimed MAGA-type person. I am not. And, you know, I guess the best way to say this is, at our most recent Town Council meeting, we were having a discussion about whether or not to do a Pride Flag raising. She addresses me as “Young Rob.” She comes into many Council meetings. You know, I have had people reach out to me afterwards and be like, Oh, that's so disrespectful. I think perhaps people sometimes feel like they can, you know, treat me differently because of my age. However, much more often than I am criticized or face disrespect for being young, I think I receive much more praise or encouragement because I'm young and in government. When I ran for office, I knocked on about 7,000 doors throughout the town to Los Gatos. One in 10 people—when I knocked on their door and had a conversation with them—said, Sorry, I just don't think someone that's 24 should be running the Town government. Fair. And when somebody said that, I respected that opinion and moved along, right? The person's unlikely to vote for me. I'm the only Council member on the Los Gatos Town Council younger than the age of 60.
What is the most difficult thing you've had to face in your last three years on Council? I am an open book and you can ask me whatever you want. Perhaps the most difficult thing was getting sued. Myself and Maria Ristow, another Council member, now vice mayor, were sued twice. And that was not fun to go through. There were a lot of questions about whether or not the Town of Los Gatos would represent us, or whether or not we would be on our own—for paying our own attorney’s fees and things like that. That was in September of last year. I found the claims, and so did the judge, to be rather frivolous. They were claims about something that I posted on Nextdoor about a woman who had threatened a shooting against Town employees before I was on the Council. She was going around flying people's homes with hate flyers. I expected things like that to happen, being in government. The thing that was very challenging: there were weeks—and months—where it was not clear whether or not the Town of Los Gatos would provide legal counsel to me and Maria. And they ultimately did. But, if the Town would not have done that, I would have been on the hook personally for 10s of 1,000s of dollars of attorney's fees. And I get paid $6,000 a year to be the mayor of Los Gatos. I do this work because I love it and I believe in public service. There is no money in it. I think the fact that there were even questions around whether or not I would be represented was disheartening. What’s going on with plans for a community center? There's a nonprofit called Los Gatos Thrives, and that both (Councilmember) Matthew (Hudes) and I are involved with, and they're working on finding a suitable site. And so, that's the next big step. But there's a lot of progress being made. They're doing a lot of really good work, and then it's just going to come down to fundraising. I think at some point in the next 2-4 years, the Town is likely going to have to run some sort of revenue measure. And then it's just going to be a question for residents about what their priorities are. What do you do for your day job? I work another job, because I have to pay rent. I work for the County of Santa Clara for County Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga, and I do health care policy. I do cover her portfolio for all health services, so that includes our four public hospitals, 15 clinics, behavioral health services. What are your thoughts on SB 330 + the Builder's Remedy? So, I think housing will inevitably be one of the defining issues of my term as mayor. And, you know, in the last year, we, the Town Council, heard and approved three SB 330-type developments. And we have about a dozen in front of us for this next year. So, It's going to be a massive challenge. Absolutely, yes I under-
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Proudest moments in Council the last three years? One thing that I'm particularly proud of is Los Gatos's homeless hotel program, which I see as particularly innovative. Just a-well suited solution to our particular homeless community, homeless neighbors and residents. I quickly recognized that there have been people from the faith community who—for the last 20 years or so—have been intimately involved in taking care of our homeless neighbors, providing food, showers and these sorts of things. The first year I got on Council was a particularly harsh winter with big rain and windstorms. And there was a homeless individual who I spoke with, who said that they were sleeping by the Los Gatos Creek. The creek flooded, and it flooded around them, and so they had to climb up into a tree with their cats and wait out 12 hours until the creek flooding subsided. I really was interested in addressing this true safety issue. And so, what we've done is create a program where during severe weather events, a select group of our homeless residents who have accepted
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stand people's concerns. I think people have good reasons to be upset. I think, you know, historically, the role of local government has been to provide services like police and fire and public works and these sorts of things. But one of the big policy roles is land use—and always has been. It's just how local government has always worked. And over the last five or so years, the State of California has essentially— chipped away doesn't quite cover it. On one hand, the State of California has a housing crisis, and it is far too expensive to live here. And the state needs more housing. Period. On the other hand, there are developments being proposed in Los Gatos and throughout the county—some of them are quite obnoxious. The idea of having a single-family home that, you know, for many families, that's their dream home, right? They've worked their whole lives to purchase a home. They buy a 3-bed, 2-bath home, in a nice part of Los Gatos that they can afford. And then, a 15-story building is proposed essentially in their backyard. I think that residents have every right to be upset about that. North 40 Phase 2—which will be heard by the Town Council in the coming weeks—that development proposes building 470 or so units, which is a lot of units. But the State has told us that we have to build 2,000. And so, it's a hard balancing act, between trying to approve projects that are within the scale of the town, while also ensuring we're building enough housing to keep up with State mandates. And frankly, just affordability demands, right? When you are not allowing people that have a connection to, or a love for, Los Gatos to live here, because it's just too expensive, I think that is really hurting the character of Los Gatos.
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HALL OF PHOTOS Rob Moore expects the housing file will likely be “one of the defining issues” of his mayoral term. services from these faith providers get on a list, and be able to be put up in a hotel for a duration of time. During your mayoral handoff speech, you promised to be a mayor for all Los Gatos—for every resident, every neighborhood, and every perspective. But your first move was to push for a change to the Flag Policy, which, if you just look at the dozens of comments on our Facebook page, has exposed strong differences of opinion. How is it possible to push ahead with your progressive agenda— while still representing the fiscal and social conservatives who are fundamentally opposed to some of the things you want most? I am friends with and spend a lot of time with people who have very different politics than me. I have my personal politics and the things that I believe in, but I think it's incredibly important to listen to all perspectives and address the issues that are most relevant to the people in our community. I don't see adopting a Pride Flag-raising as being in any way incongruent with being a mayor for all of Los Gatos. It will go up for all of June. As long as I've been on Council, they've been asking for this. No other group, in my three years on the Council, has asked me to raise a flag for any reason. If somebody did, I would be happy and willing to listen to them. The Los Gatos LGBTQ community has faced hate and bigotry. And so, I see being a mayor for all of Los Gatos as representing those people in our community who feel attacked no matter who they are. I think that's very important. Many of the detractors are not Los Gatos residents. Maybe 80% of Los Gatos residents support it and 20% don't. I'm always going to try to bring all voices in.
It's no secret that you want to encourage the building of both market rate and affordable housing. So, how will you balance your desire to do this with your duty to represent Los Gatos, which is currently involved in multiple lawsuits that could invalidate parts of state law that have been most effective in forcing jurisdictions like Los Gados to do just that? I think those lawsuits are asking legitimate questions. I do not think that every development proposal in Los Gatos is appropriate for the site or—frankly—I think there's many that won't end up getting built or happening. And so, I do support the development of new housing, especially new affordable housing. I don't think that's at all in conflict with wanting to have control over developments that come our way. What about e-bikes issue? I've been working very hard on the e-bikes, e-motorcycles issue. I hosted a sort of town hall-style meeting for the community to come out and share their perspective. And then subsequently, with Council member Ristow, brought forward a sort of suite of policy proposals to address the issue. And thus far, we've made progress really on all of them, which is really good. I think the biggest win so far, since we brought that forward, is that Los Gatos High School has implemented a registration program that I think is really helping. The registration program is making it so no illegal e-motorcycles can park on campus. I'm really interested in potentially working with our state legislature to bring forward some changes. I'm also now working to create a variety of engaging educational materials for both parents and students to be better informed about safety risks of illegal e-motorcycles—and the legal risks.
What do you see as the trajectory of Los Gatos? I think Los Gatos is a community that has always had a special and unique character, and I don't see that at all going away. However, like all cities in the Bay Area, Los Gatos is going to continue to evolve and change. I said some version of this in my swearing-in speech too. No one mayor who has a one-year term, is going to fundamentally alter the long-term trajectory of our community. I really think it's on all residents to get involved and help push the community in the direction that you want. So, if you want more parks, that requires work, right? If you want safer streets and better bike lanes, I encourage people to get involved in those efforts. What are some of your priorities for your mayoral term? One thing I would say to look forward to is that I'm working on big community events that I'm planning to host and convene. One is youth town halls that are going to be open to young people in the community—sort of middle school through college-aged students. To get engaged, learn about opportunities, to get involved in the community and also just talk and build community together, and sort of be a productive space for young people to come together and build community. And so that's one thing I'm very excited for. I'm hoping to pull together a variety of service clubs and nonprofits in Los Gatos to host a Los Gatos community service day. I'm going to recognize a Resident of the Month and a Business of the Month. People that got caught doing good, who are people in the community who perhaps haven't been recognized for their efforts in the past. *This article has been edited for length and clarity.
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WILDCATS SEEK TO REACH CCS MOUNTAINTOP
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High expectations are warranted for defending De Anza champs Emanuel Lee, Sports Editor
JUST FOR KICKS Junior standout Teagan Kaefer delivers a corner kick during the Wildcats’ 7-0 non-league win over Sequoia on Dec. 18. backline. The Wildcats have been buoyed by a talented trio of freshmen including Mariana Nanez and twins Caroline and Elizabeth Leitch. They also have a dynamic 1-2 combo at goalkeeper, where Cora Bryant returns after a tremendous season last year. Fellow senior Sam Gruetter also gives the team confidence when she’s in goal. Mitchell loves the versatility of her roster, which includes Emma Jackson, Piper Hansen, Madison Harrington, Reese Mordaunt, GiGi Gonzalez, Leighton Ozawa and Jordan Park. “The beauty of our team is their connection and talent which allows us to do a few different lineups,” Mitchell said. “We’re able to play girls at different positions and mix and match on different types of play as far as formations. We have quite a few different options we can play around with and hopefully with league starting we can find a system and formation and start strong.” Mitchell was ecstatic with the team’s non-league matches leading up to De Anza Division play. The Wildcats’ only defeat came to powerhouse St. Francis, one of the top teams in Northern California. The Wildcats are the defending De Anza Division champions, going 9-0-3 to run away with the title last year. This season, Mountain View, Homestead and Los Altos will be their chief competition in their bid to repeat as league champions. Even though Los Gatos won the De Anza Division championship last year, its season ended prematurely in the opening round of the CCS Open Division playoffs.
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Despite a fantastic start to the season, Los Gatos High School girls soccer coach Lisa Mitchell eagerly awaited her team’s Santa Clara Valley Athletic League De Anza Division opener against Los Altos on Jan. 4. “I think tomorrow will be a true test of where we are going into the season,” Mitchell said a day before the league opener. “I’m definitely looking forward to it. The girls have to make sure they come out strong and do what they do best.” The Wildcats did just that, coming away with a hard-fought 2-1 victory. Entering the match, Max Preps ranked Los Gatos No. 2 and Los Altos No. 3 in the Central Coast Section. If the result proves to be a harbinger, the Wildcats (5-1-2 overall, 1-00 league) are in for a special season. The talent-laden squad excels technically, combining pinpoint passing, a deft first-touch and the ability to finish. They’re equally strong tactically, consistently putting themselves in the right seams on the field and communicating well. Tying all those things together is the team’s cohesiveness, on and off the field. “One thing that stands out about this group is the bond they have with one another,” Mitchell said. “Right from the get go, I noticed they have each other's back and are willing to go out there and work for one another. If one of the girls makes a mistake, another is right there to pick them up. So the connection and the bond between the girls is one that is pretty special. They know what the other will do on the field without saying it.” Los Gatos has scored 43 goals in eight matches, a testament to its offensive firepower. In a 10-0 win over Scotts Valley on Dec. 15, seven different players scored. Three days later, five different players scored in a 7-0 victory over Sequoia. Forwards Ale Munneke, Maci Schwab and Isabella Cain have been potent on the attack, putting opposing teams on the defensive throughout. Juniors Darcy Armstrong and Abby Nelson are premier returners who play strong on the ball and make sound decisions. Avery Edson, Teagan Kaefer and Noe Wedemeyer have been strong on the
PROLIFIC Senior striker Ale Munneke goes in for one of her two goals during the game. That defeat has given all the returning players a perspective that they need to be fully prepared—both mentally and physically–-if they want to reach the CCS pinnacle. “I think they definitely have a little fire and extra drive this year to know even though we might be winning games, anything can happen,” Mitchell said. “At the end of the day, every game is different and it’s up to us to meet our expectations and adjust to the things we have to do, whether it’s being solid in the back defensively to making sure we’re finishing our chances and putting away goals.” Kaefer and Edson were part of the
MVLA under-16 girls team that won the prestigious Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) championship last July. Their championship experience in a highly-competitive club setting should prove invaluable this season. “Having two girls on our team that did win that championship is huge,” Mitchell said. “Their knowledge of the game and leadership on the field is so helpful.” Fresh off a huge win over Los Altos, the Wildcats have reason to be optimistic going forward. “For sure, absolutely, I think every game we’re getting better and improving in every aspect of the game,” Mitchell said.
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ALLAN BRINGS CORPORATE EXPERIENCE
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Allan, from page 1 As green as he was, Allan would soon get the chance to fill out his resume, as he helped the company grow to more than 3,000 employees in Taipei, Taiwan by the mid-70s. “That’s a heady experience,” he recalled, of the early life of Atari Taiwan Manufacturing Company, and how he also was involved in setting up Atari’s French operation. Greek philosopher Heraclitus once mused on the constant march of time, and the little Los Gatos company (that burst onto the scene with “Pong”) was purchased by Warner Communications for $28 million in 1976. As the new year dawns, another Los Gatos company, Netflix, is on the verge of acquiring Warner Brothers Discover for $82.7 billion (and fighting off the Ellison family’s hostile attempt to wrangle control). In 1983, during the first big video game crash, the that industry was worth about $2.9 billion (down by a third from the prior peak). Nowadays, the figure has jumped to upwards of $400 billion, according to EBSCO Knowledge Advantage. In contrast, the entire American newspaper market was worth $20.61 billion last year, according to Grand View Research, which notes The Wall Street Journal lost 21% of its print circulation since 2020. But Allan is one of the stalwarts. “I’ve had a subscription to the Wall Street Journal since 1961,” he said, explaining this dates back to advice from a political science professor in his freshman year of college, adding he also subscribes to the New York Times. “The professor said, ‘If you only learn one thing from me, learn to get in the good-newspaper habit.’” He recently subscribed to the Los Gatan for home delivery. Growing up in Detroit, Mich.—a year ahead of Diana Ross and the Supremes at Cass Technical High School—Allan saw the value of public television and radio. Much later in life, he’d join the boards of KTEH 54, which was bought by KQED, and KCAT, the local broadcaster run by the wife of the most recent Monte Sereno Council addition, Ken Toren. He says he believes that hyperlocal media is a key part of keeping residents informed about what’s going on in their own backyard. “The biggest problem we have in small city government is getting the word out to our residents, our constituents,” he said. Another transformation Allan has had a front row seat to: the rise of China. Back in his Atari era, as general counsel, Taiwan was the manufacturing center, while Hong Kong was the financial hub. You wanted chip boards stuffed at Asian salaries, not Silicon Valley salaries,
he explained. And into the 1980s, neighboring China was trailing. “It was clearly a Third World country,” he said, adding that’s changed incredibly over the decades. “Shanghai today is a cross between midtown Manhattan and Beverly Hills. I mean, it’s modern—and it’s skyscrapers…If it hasn’t already, it’s quickly replacing Hong Kong as the financial center of Asia.” Allan taught in Shanghai at a graduate school of business in 1985. The opportunity came about when Thomas Klitgaard, the general counsel at Tandem Computers—a founder of San Francisco-Shanghai Sister City Committee (the first such partnership between China and an American locale)—reached out. Allan had been involved with a joint venture in 1983 that brought solar-powered weather stations to remote areas of China. “This was new stuff,” he said. “I flew of there with the president of the American company.” Back then, people were still wearing the drab Mao suits. “I was a rare bird,” he said. The concept of paying taxes to the government—rather than existing on a stipend from the state—was a foreign concept to his overseas students. He was paid, upon arrival, with eight hundred-dollar bills, for two weeks of teaching. “They also paid for my wife to be there. That $800 did not leave China,” he said, thinking of the shopping he and his wife Mary, originally a Cleveland girl, did at the time. “Next month, young Mary and I are going to be 58 years. Now that is seriously married!” He returned to China on business while general counsel for Custom Chrome, where he worked from 92-2002. Allan was an outside director on the boards of companies like Catalyst Semiconductor, Inc., NetLogic Microsystems, Inc., Galvantech, Inc. and Global Motorsport Group, Inc. He’s served as chair of the board of the Silicon Valley chapter of the National Association of Corporate Directors and The Harker School, and was board president for Villa Montalvo. He was on the faculty of the Arthur and Toni Rembe Rock Center for Corporate Governance at Stanford University from 2004-16, overlapping with his first mayoral stint, that final year. The ivory tower role involved multiple guest lecturing gigs in East Asia. During our interview, a spontaneous conversation erupted between Allan and a former NVIDIA manager sitting at the neighboring table. In an interaction that’s typical of Los Gatos coffee houses, the two seasoned tech industry knowledge workers briefly traded stories and debated the efficacy of the modern Chinese workforce.
1986 VINTAGE The license plate on Lon Allan’s 1986 Porsche 911 Targa emphasizes his love of wine.
At another point he received a call from former Republican State Assembly candidate Liz Lawler and told her he’d call her back. The two chat from time to time. She’s on the Monte Sereno Site and Architecture Commission and has most recently been working on Gus Mattammal’s campaign for state superintendent. “He served on site and architecture with me for a bit,” Lawler said of Allan, who she says is easy to work with. “He’s got a lot of institutional knowledge, which is nice. “He’s very easy to work with. He’s a talker. He’s got lots of great stories.” On Dec. 21, Allan hosted his fellow Council members and their loved ones at his home, including Jo-Anne Sinclair, the chief legal officer at business-to-business artificial intelligence company ASAPP, Inc. Allan likes to razz that Sinclair’s husband Councilmember Bryan Mekechuk’s Tesla Cybertruck doesn’t quite measure up to his classic brown Porsche that he
bought in the mid-1980s, which he keeps in mint condition. Los Gatan contributor Judy Peterson covered Allan’s last Council stint. “Most people Lon’s age are enjoying retirement, but time and time again Lon has shown his dedication to Monte Sereno—stepping up to replace Council members who resigned on at least two occasions and offering advice/counsel on development controversies,” she said. “While not everyone may agree with his positions, he’s the kind of person who helps keep things ticking along—and Monte Sereno is fortunate to have him.” Allan’s big new push: eucalyptus removal along Highway 9, a wildfire prevention measure which will require approval from Caltrans. State Assemblymember Gail Pellerin confirmed that she’s been in touch with Allan about the matter. They had another meeting scheduled to discuss the topic this week.
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Enjoying a symphony of mist and mountain Courtesy of Priya Pasumarthy
Rigi Kulm: a Swiss experience worth having more than once Priya Pasumarthy, Contributor
Mt. Rigi Kulm, known affectionately as the "Queen of the Mountains," is more than just a geographic landmark in central Switzerland; it is a sanctuary where the earthly and the ethereal exist in perfect accord. To visit Rigi is to step into a realm that defies standard sensory perception, one that offers a reposeful silence standing in stark contrast to the relentless bustle of modern life. Encircled by the pristine waters of lakes Lucerne, Zug and Lauerz, the mountain provides a 360-degree panoramic spectacle that sparks an immediate, childlike curiosity in all who wander its slopes.
Ascent into greenery
A pursuit of surrealism
Upon reaching our summit stop, we began our hike toward the peak. Nature greeted us with a gentle, playful drizzle, but the rain did not dampen our spirits. Instead, it enhanced the experience; we felt ourselves becoming part of the landscape. We walked through the misty breeze, breathing in air so fresh it felt like a tonic for the soul. In the spring, Rigi displays a unique complexity. A tender layer of fresh foliage weaves itself into the dense, ancient alpine growth, creating a rich tapestry of emerald hues. The air was alive with the song of chirping fowls, celebrating the end of
SWITZERLAND BY RAIL As the train climbed higher, the air grew crisp and the flora became more vibrant. winter’s slumber. While we imagined the mountain in winter—embellished in a pristine white coat of snow—the spring vitality offered a different kind of magic: the magic of rebirth.
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Our family’s journey to the summit took place in spring 2022. It was a season of profound revival. As we boarded the historic cogwheel train, the world began to transform. The ascent was a slow-motion immersion into a living painting. We watched as lush green pastures unfurled like velvet carpets, punctuated by the sudden, silver flash of fresh water cascading down the rock faces. As the train climbed higher, the air grew crisp, and the flora became more vibrant. Splashes of bright wildflowers dotted the landscape, their colors intensified by the moisture in the air. It was enthralling to watch the local fauna grazing peacefully in the lavish meadows, appearing and disappearing within the drifting mists. The most iconic sound of the Swiss Alps—the rhythmic, melodic jingle of cowbells—accompanied us the entire way, echoing from the valley floor to the soaring heights of the Kulm.
The dance of the mists
What truly sets Rigi Kulm apart from other peaks is its atmosphere. The mists and fogs here are not merely weather patterns; they are thoughtful entities. They drop visitors into a momentary trance, acting as silent storytellers. We stood mesmerized, watching the fog climb up the ridges and slide gracefully back down, as if an invisible artist were sketching and erasing a masterpiece in real-time. These mists drift, snuggle and nudge you. They wrap around you like a cool silk shroud, making you feel as though you have vanished transiently from the physical world. At times, they thicken into a sudden downpour, only to break moments later and reveal a vista so vast it takes your breath away. This constant flux between the seen and the unseen creates a feeling of traveling back in time, or perhaps slipping through a crack into a fairyland.
A lasting impression
Our time at Mt. Rigi Kulm was a celebration of surrealism. The combination of the vintage cogwheel rail, the rhythmic
HILLSIDE VIEW This pastoral setting was just one of the scenes that will breathe new life into travelers.
cowbells and the ethereal cloud-play left us with a sense of peace that is hard to find elsewhere. It is a place where the mountain doesn't just sit; it breathes. As we descended back toward the lakes,
looking up at the peaks now covered once more in white lace, we knew this wasn't a final goodbye. Mt. Rigi, with your misty secrets and emerald heart, you remain firmly at the top of our bucket list.
DEFENSE QUESTIONS EXTENT OF DRINKING Trial, from page 6 O’Connor became a useful go-between for the boys and girls, the witness said. “She just kinda seemed like a good person to talk to,” he said, adding if they had a “problem” with a girl, she’d give them advice. “Do you feel like she normalized sex in a way?” Lee asked. “Yes, I’d say so,” John Doe 5 responded. The prosecutor asked if O’Connor would make comments about the girls to the boys. “Would she comment on their appearance?” asked Lee. “Mainly if someone was attractive,” the witness stated. Defense lawyer Stephen Prekoski sought to put the teen’s drinking in perspective. Upon questioning, John Doe 5 confirmed he only drank alcohol three times out of the at least 100 times he spent with O’Connor—in her car, at her home or at an event she organized. “Did my client pressure you to drink?” Prekoski asked. “No,” the witness replied. “Did my client pour you alcohol?” the lawyer followed-up. “No,” said John Doe 5. “Did my client hand you alcohol?” Prekoski continued. “No,” came the response from the stand. Overall, the witness said his life hasn’t been too negatively affected by his experience with O’Connor. And at the time, his relationship with her didn’t seem that out of the ordinary to him. Looking back though, he does see how odd it was to have been chatting about teenage hookups with an adult, the way they did. “It just feels very weird that we were able to talk about that with a parent, especially that much,” he said. He added that Robert Amaral, Shannon O’Connor’s husband, caught him the day after the night he first drank at their house. “Her husband was pretty upset about it when he found out about it, but that was really the only person,” he said, adding the partying did not stop at this point. Afterwards, John Doe 5’s father took to the stand, confirming many of the details shared by his son. “When you’re a parent, sometimes you have some sense of guilt,” he said, describing his initial reaction to learning about the parties. “How did we not know that this was going on?” John Doe 5’s dad said he and his wife had previously caught Shannon O’Connor on at least one group chat with kids. They admonished O’Connor and demanded to be included on any future communications with the children. The trial is set to continue throughout the week.
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PUBLIC NOTICES Name Changes AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME. Case No. 25CV479591. Notice of Petition of. Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. To all interested persons: Petitioner: Dan Li filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. Dan Li to Proposed name: Yee Lee. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: February 3, 2026, Time: 8:45 AM, Room: Probate. The address of the court is: 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113, Downtown Superior Court. A copy of this Order To Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Gatan, 107 Dakota Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. Date: December 12, 2025. /s/ Le Jacqueline Duong /s/, Judge of the Superior Court, Filed by /s/ TB T. Belloncle /s/, Deputy Clerk. (Pub LGN: 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/2025, 01/07/2026)) AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME. Case No. 25CV474217. Notice of Petition of Haidong Zhang. Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. To all interested persons: Petitioner: Haidong Zhang filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. Haidong Zhang to Proposed name: Eric S.K.ZHANG. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: February 10, 2026, Time: 8:45 AM, Room: Probate. The address of the court is: 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113, Downtown Superior Court. A copy of this Order To Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Gatan, 107 Dakota Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. Date: December 11, 2025. /s/ Le Jacqueline Duong /s/, Judge of the Superior Court, Filed by /s/ TB T. Belloncle /s/, Deputy Clerk. (Pub LGN: 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/2025, 01/07/2026) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME. Case No. 25CV482342. Notice of Petition of Lanette Evonne Vanessa Cariglio. Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. To all interested persons: Petitioner: Lanette Evonne Vanessa Cariglio filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. Lanette Evonne Vanessa Cariglio to Proposed name: Alice Lanette Vanessa Cariglio. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: March 17, 2026, Time: 8:45 AM, Room: Probate. The address of the court is: 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113, Downtown Superior Court. A copy of this Order To Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Gatan, 107 Dakota Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. Date: December 18, 2025. /s/ Le Jacqueline Duong /s/, Judge of the Superior Court, Filed by /s/ D. Bueno /s/, Deputy Clerk. (Pub LGN: 12/31/2025, 01/07, 01/14, 01/21/2026) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME. Case No. 25CV482944. Notice of Petition of Rohan Desai. Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. To all interested persons: Petitioner: Rohan Desai filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. Rohan Desai to Proposed name: Rohan Alaksh Desai. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the
petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: March 24, 2026, Time: 8:45 AM, Room: Probate. The address of the court is: 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113, Downtown Superior Court. A copy of this Order To Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Gatan, 107 Dakota Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. Date: December 23, 2025. /s/ Le Jacqueline Duong /s/, Judge of the Superior Court, Filed by /s/ TB T. Belloncle /s/, Deputy Clerk. (Pub LGN: 12/31/2025, 01/07, 01/14, 01/21/2026) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME. Case No. 25CV482045. Notice of Petition of Marisela Alejandra Gomez. Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. To all interested persons: Petitioner: Marisela Alejandra Gomez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. Marisela Alejandra Gomez to Proposed name: Sela Crow. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: March 10, 2026, Time: 8:45 AM, Room: Probate. The address of the court is: 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113, Downtown Superior Court. A copy of this Order To Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Gatan, 107 Dakota Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. Date: December 15, 2025. /s/ Le Jacqueline Duong /s/, Judge of the Superior Court, Filed by /s/ D. Bueno /s/, Deputy Clerk. (Pub LGN: 12/24, 12/31/2025, 01/07, 01/14/2026)
Fictitious Business Name Statements STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME. FBN721117, filed on 11/07/2025. The following person(s)/registrant(s) has/have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s): Tradeline Partners, 108 Smith Creek Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95030. Filed in Santa Clara county on 11/07/2022 under file No. FBN690089. Full Name of Registrant (s): 1. Daniel J Linebarger, 108 Smith Creek Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95030 and Cynthia J Linebarger, 108 Smith Creek Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95030. This business was conducted by: A General Partnership. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Daniel J Linebarger /s/. Dated: November 7, 2025. (Pub LGN: 11/26, 12/03, 12/10, 12/17/2025, REPUB: LGN 01/07, 01/14, 01/21, 01/28/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #721512 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Brain & Behavior Clinic, 3964 Rivermark Plz., Santa Clara, CA, 95054, Jovian Lam. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ Jovian Lam. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 11/20/2025. (pub Metro 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/2025, 01/07/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #721799 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Valley Infectious Disease Associates Medical Travel Medicine Clinic A Medical Clinic, 14901 National Ave, Ste 202, Los Gatos, CA, 95032, Sumit K. Majumder M.D., Rachana Palnitkar. This business is being conducted by a General Partnership. Registrant has not yet begun transacting business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/Sumit Majumder. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 12/04/2025. (pub Metro 12/17, 12, 24, 12/31/2025, 01/07/2026) File Number: FBN721901. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. Slate Lending, 207 Vista Del Mar, Los Gatos, CA 95030. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, Avenida Real Estate Inc., 957 Alyssum Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92011. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed
above on 12/08/2025 and 12/09/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Mike Louie /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. Avenida Real Estate Inc., Article/Reg # 6276119, Above Entity was Formed in the State of DE. /s/ James Choe /s/ CEO. (Pub LGN: 12/17, 12/24, 12/31, 01/07/2026) STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME. FBN721792, filed on 12/04/2025. The following person(s)/registrant(s) has/have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s): NEKKO, 7397 Tulare Hill Dr., San Jose, CA 95139. Filed in Santa Clara county on 03/15/2021 under file No. FBN673374. Full Name of Registrant (s): 1. SYZEMORE CHRISTOPHER, 7397 Tulare Hill Dr., San Jose, CA 95139, 2. SYZEMORE HARUMI MASUI, 7397 Tulare Hill Dr., San Jose, CA 95139. This business was conducted by: A Married Couple. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Harumi Masui Syzemore /s/. Dated: December 4, 2025. (Pub LGN: 12/17, 12/24, 12/31, 01/07/2026) File Number: FBN721953. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. AMONG THE WILDFLOWERS DESIGNS, 1374 Stevens Court, Campbell, CA 95008. This business is conducted by: An Individual, NICOLE K. RASCO, 1374 Stevens Court, Campbell, CA 95008. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 02/19/2025 and 12/10/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Mike Louie /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Nicole K. Rasco /s/. (Pub LGN: 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/2025, 01/07/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #722058 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Home Helpers, 2. Home Helpers Of Santa Clara Valley, 3. Home Helpers Of Santa Clara, 4. Home Helpers Of Santa Clara County, 1155 Meridian Ave Suite 110, San Jose, CA, 95125, Pink Chicku LLC. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 10/09/2015. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Ketan Shah. Owner. #201217010208. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 12/12/2025. (pub LG 12/24, 12/31/2025, 01/08, 01/14/2026) File Number: FBN721946. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. WHISK AROMATICS, 481 N. Santa Cruz Ave, #184, Los Gatos, CA 95030. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, AWAYDAY LLC, 481 N. Santa Cruz Ave, #184, Los Gatos, CA 95030. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/21/2025 and 12/10/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Mike Louie /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. AWAYDAY LLC, Article/Reg # 201508410142, Above Entity was Formed in the State of California. /s/ Kathryn L Strahs /s/ Manager. (Pub LGN: 12/24, 12/31/2025, 01/07, 01/14/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #721865 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Club Pilates Santa Teresa, 6057 Snell Ave., San Jose, CA, 95123, ST Core Corp. This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Jeffrey S Casaw. President. #6390001. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 12/05/2025. (pub LG 12/24, 12/31/2025, 01/08, 01/14/2026) File Number: FBN722080. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. TDA CONSTRUCTION, 17539 Comanche Trail, Los Gatos, CA 95033. This business is conducted by: An Individual, TEUNIS AARNOUDSE, 17539 Comanche Trail, Los Gatos, CA 95033. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/15/2025 and 12/15/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Teunis Aarnoudse /s/. (Pub LGN: 12/31/2025, 01/07, 01/14, 01/21/2026)
legals@losgatan.com FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #721866 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Club Pilates Evergreen Valley, 4055 Evergreen Village Square, Suite 130, San Jose, CA, 95135, ST Core Corp. This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 11/20/2025. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Jeffrey S Casaw. President. #6324168. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 12/05/2025. (pub LG 12/24, 12/31/2025, 01/08, 01/14/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #722133 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Amada Senior Care Alamitos, 16185 Los Gatos Blvd., Suite 205, Los Gatos, CA, 95032, Jean Marie LLC. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Noel Monterastelli. Owner. #B20250049962. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 12/17/2025. (pub LG 12/24, 12/31/2025, 01/08, 01/14/2026) File Number: FBN722123. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. Hauser, 207 Vista Del Mar, Los Gatos, CA 95030. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, Avenida Real Estate Inc., 957 Alyssum Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92011. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/16/2025 and 12/16/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Fraulein Dominguez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. Avenida Real Estate Inc., Article/Reg # 6276119, Above Entity was Formed in the State of DE. /s/ James Choe /s/ CEO. (Pub LGN: 12/24, 12/31/2025, 01/07, 01/14/2026) File Number: FBN721481. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. ARZ BIO-MEDICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES, PO Box 152, San Martin, CA 95046. This business is conducted by: An Individual, AHMAD ROUHIZADEH, PO Box 152, San Martin, CA 95046. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 11/19/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Ahmad Rouhizadeh /s/. (Pub LGN: 12/31/2025, 01/07, 01/14, 01/21/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #722177 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: The Liquor Barn, 13305 Sycamore Ave., San Martin, CA, 95046, The Liquor Store LLC. This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 12/01/2025. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/ Yadwinder Singh. CFO. #BA20242027209. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 12/18/2025. (pub LG 01/07, 01/14, 01/21, 01/28/2026) File Number: FBN721640. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. LAMPROS, ROBERTS & WILSON, 235 West Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership, WILLIAM WILSON, 235 West Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030, JERRY ROBERTS, 235 West Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030, NICK LAMPROS, 235 West Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/01/2025 and 11/25/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Elaine Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ William Wilson /s/. (Pub LGN: 12/31/2025, 01/07, 01/14, 01/21/2026) File Number: FBN721942. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. HALEY LOUYEH, 2910 Hidalgo Ct, San Jose, CA 95125. This business is conducted by: An Individual, HALEH EBRAHIMI LOUYEH, 2910 Hidalgo Ct, San Jose, CA 95125. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/09/2025 and 12/10/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Mike Louie /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Haleh Ebrahimi Louyeh /s/ CEO. (Pub LGN: 12/31/2025, 01/07, 01/14, 01/21/2026)
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