Boys lacrosse team earns No. 7 seed in CCS D1 playoffs
Emanuel Lee, Sports Editor
A year after finishing in second place in the Pacific Coast Athletic League’s Gabilan Division, the Los Gatos High School boys lacrosse team ended the regular-season with an emphatic finish, dominating Palma 11-4 on May 7.
The Wildcats (13-6 overall, 8-0 league) earned the No. 7 seed in the Central Coast Section I playoffs and plays No. 2 seed Sacred Heart Prep on May 12. Since the playoff matchups weren’t determined until three days after the Palma contest, Lehman didn’t know where his team would be slotted.
“I’m hoping D1,” he said. “We get to see some pretty strong teams there, some of these teams these guys have seen before. If they play like they know how to, there's always a good fighting chance.”
Utilizing an irregular lineup due to Senior Night—Los Gatos has 24 seniors on the roster— the Wildcats started slow before outscoring the Chieftains 6-0 in the third quarter to put things out of reach. Sophomore Justin Buran scored a match-high five goals—all in succession spanning the third and fourth quarters—while Ben Reilly and Asher Rooney tallied twice each.
“In the third quarter, we kind of shook off the dust and started playing ball like we know how to,” Wildcats coach Davis Lehman said. “We started running a ➝ Lacrosse, 12
DAYS
Dozens of local residents help in effort to collect feline from 85-foot pine
Faizi Samadani, Contributor
On Tuesday morning, an AT&T worker attempted to rescue Rocket, the orange and white cat stuck up an 85-foot-pine in Los Gatos, with his bucket truck.
The 3-year-old male cat had come down quite a bit from where it had been the prior evening, when an arborist tried, unsuccessfully, to scoop-up the beloved animal, who’d been trapped in the tree, in front of Parlour 308, since Friday.
But unfortunately, the extension arm didn’t reach high enough, and the cat continued to mew mournfully, as the communications company worker had to admit defeat.
On Monday, more than 50 local residents had watched as a professional arborist ascended towards the fearful cat, with some on the ground holding a sheet to catch the pet if it took a tumble.
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MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID COURSE PREPARES YOU TO HELP WHEN CRISES OCCUR
LGUSD collab endorsed by National Council for Mental Wellbeing
Dinah Cotton, Contributor
Mental Health First Aid was created in the 2000s in Australia by Betty Kitchener and her husband Anthony Jorm with the USA chapter established in 2008. MHFA is designed to use the concept of first aid training in mental health and substance-influenced emergency situations.
This is meant to empower community members to provide knowledge about what to do if you are faced with a crisis where urgent mental health aid is needed.
“As someone with firsthand experience with anxiety and situational depression, I have seen the growing need for mental health awareness and action,” said Loretta Stagnitto, a local course facilitator. “After losing my nephew to a substance-use disorder, I became committed to breaking the stigma surrounding all mental health disorders, not just substance use ones. My mission is to help others become Mental Health First Aiders and provide early intervention skills to support those in need.”
I attended a youth MHFA course, offered in May.
The course is endorsed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.
These training sessions are usually two days long. During the course, instruction is given on how to provide better initial support to—and on behalf of—someone experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. There are two course levels, one for youth and one for seniors. There is a secure feeling you get when you learn where to suggest getting help.
The first two sessions for youth were held at the Los Gatos Union School District office on Roberts Road. Additional courses are scheduled for that elementary district. These training classes help you to identify signs of mental health issues and substance abuse. A Mental Health First Aid for Older Adults is also being offered. Did you know that males aged 75 and older have a higher rate of death by suicide than any other group?
The youth MHFA session was primarily attended by teachers and coaches. These
instructors are in positions to spot signs of mental illness or substance abuse early on. However, anyone is welcome to take these training sessions. The course came with a workbook and a manual, and was offered at no cost. Upon completion, a certificate is awarded.
Benefits of MHFA training
Like the American Red Cross first aid course, MHFA training informs one on how to give first aid to those who could benefit from professional help afterwards. This benefits the community in many ways. For example, you learn how to respect the wishes of those in need, while responding with initial assistance.
How should you respond when approached by younger people looking for help? Your initial reaction, after being approached, may be to provide a positive direction for professional help. Younger individuals may need to be guided to seek out appropriate practitioners. They may not know where to go, or who to turn to. And since you know what to do, you can play a critical role in that key moment.
Bridging the gap without sigma
It’s all about recognizing the telltale signs and stepping in with confidence. MHFA is designed to fill a need to train folks to recognize issues that crop up. These mental health situations include: panic attacks, depression and suicidal thoughts, among many others. An early intervention may be a positive start to establishing appropriate professional help and timely results.
In knowing how to approach conversations about anxiety, depression, psychosis, substance abuse and suicide, you may be the one person who can listen and can actually avert further crisises—and even aid in recovery.
What is the best way to relate with someone who might be in need of more professional help? Recognizing the need to be there for a neighbor, teacher, child till needed until professional help arrives is an important first step in obtaining appropriate help.
Positive outlook
Believe it or not, a positive attitude for all concerned can be an important part of the response, too. These individuals-in-crisis may need a higher level of help than you can provide, yet you can listen and possibly assist with referring-out for professional help.
The MHFA program has now trained over six million people in 29 countries. The senior and youth sessions are held separately because they cover different course material, reflecting the different age groups and approaches.
These free courses led by Stagnitto are co-instructed by Marianna Samson, currently in collaboration with LGUSD and the Los Gatos 55+ Group (through LGS Recreation at the Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center).
ROLE-PLAYING Rehearsing how to respond to a call for a mental health need during a class in Mental Health First Aid.
ACTIVE LEARNING Sessions are participation-oriented, with feedback on how to approach a mental health or possible addiction referral need.
The Older Adults Mental Health First Aid training started May 7 and continues on May 14 (two half-day sessions) 9am–1pm.
Upcoming mental healthfocused event
Music for Mental Health, May 14 - Two nonprofits—Invest in Mental Health and Footsteps Forward—will introduce themselves in a garden setting at the History Club of Los Gatos.
Enjoy a spring evening with live music, meaningful conversations and community. These groups are dedicated to providing adult and youth mental health first aid training, grief counseling and trauma response programs.
Learn why these important services are so vital to our community. Footsteps Forward co-founders Janet Childs and Sue Cronin (formerly with the Centre for Living with Dying), and founder Loretta Stagnitto, will provide answers and solu-
tions. You’ll get to hear directly from local families and individuals who have already benefited from their work.
All funds raised will directly fund InvestInMentalHealth.org’s free and lowcost Adult and Youth Mental Health First Aid certifications and specialized programs for schools, communities, organizations and non-profits. It will also support grief counseling, peer support and education programs by the newly-established Footsteps Forward.
Music for Mental Health is on Thursday, May 14, 6-8pm, at theThe History Club of Los Gatos, 123 Los Gatos Boulevard, Los Gatos, Tickets: $40/pp, Includes 1 raffle entry.
Purchase your ticket today zeffy.com/ en-US/ticketing/music-for-mental-health space is limited to 150 guests. Tickets close May 13. For more info: InvestInMentalHealth.org
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MUSE MARKETS ARE NOW MONTHLY Ad
Seasonal fun at Town of Los Gatos Park Plaza
Dinah Cotton, Contributor
Muse Markets arrives in Los Gatos
Muse Markets is a vibrant new outlet for local artisans, makers and small businesses. It allows vendors to meet with attendees to buy directly from them. And the items are quite unique. This is not your typical farmers market, craft show or wine walk.
It
all began in San Luis Obispo
Angela Boyd is the owner and creative force behind this concept. Her idea began as ”conscious consumption” where attendees are encouraged to buy directly from local artisans. Muse Markets started operating in the Park Plaza this April, in partnership with the Town. All vendors are required to secure a Town business permit. Muse Markets does the rest of the required paperwork for vendors. A food vendor must obtain the “Temporary Food Facility” permit, as well.
Each market typically includes: handmade goods, vintage items, food and beverages, family-friendly activities, and live music or a DJ. Muse Markets has become a recognizable regional brand for artisan pop-ups.
Once a
month
These markets appear to champion creativity by curating unforgettable moments and showing local artists wares. On my
first walk-through, I was delighted by the various artists, foods, ceramics and unique jewelry. It felt more like a festival than a market. These Muse Markets events help to connect local talent with a passionate audience and potential clients. You can uncover a world of inspiration, connection and craftsmanship with each visit.
Intentional impact
Muse Markets says, “as we grow, our mission remains the same: to celebrate diversity and innovation in the creative community. With larger-scale events and exciting new opportunities, we’re dedicated to supporting makers in reaching their fullest potential and engaging with a broader audience.”
The Muse Movement
There’s nothing quite like handcrafted goods, connecting with like-minded individuals and enjoying creativity. It’s always nice when a family can participate in an artistic—and fun—event together. Why not do your creative shopping here, view vintage apparel, stop for a snack or just wander in to listen to some music on a lovely Saturday afternoon outdoors. These “not your typical” markets are scheduled through November.
Upcoming Muse Markets: June 13 and July 11, 11am-4pm, featuring independent artists and makers, food and beverage vendors, live music, workshops, a sip and stroll afternoon for the family. Friendly dog friendly bring rover (or wear him).
Email: hello@themusemarkets.com
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To improve your rate, improve your credit
A higher credit score can lower interest costs
By Janis Mara
The Bay Area’s notoriously high home prices are one of the biggest challenges facing homebuyers as the market shifts into high gear this spring. Improving your mortgage interest rate can boost your buying power.
Next to the sticker price, the interest rate is the biggest influence on your monthly payments. A Bay Area mortgage broker gave a real-life example.
“In 2023, mortgage interest rates averaged around 7 percent,” said Jeanine Nucum, a broker with Mortgage Masters of California. “A client of mine bought a house for $650,000 at that rate. Now that rates have dropped, I was able to get them a 5.99 percent rate in February.
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“Their payments went down $650 a month,” Nucum said.
are “good,” scores in the 580-669 range are “fair,” and scores below 580 are "very poor.”
You can increase your score by paying your bills on time, reducing your debt and maintaining low credit balances. You’ll also want to pay off any debts that have gone to collections, according to NerdWallet.
“Pay off or pay down any outstanding debt that has high interest—credit cards, personal loans,” Nucum said.
Getting that credit score up is the biggest step you can take toward getting a better interest rate, according to Nucum and NerdWallet. The second most impactful move is to increase your down payment.
“If you want the best interest rate, you have to have the best down payment,” the broker said.
Being able to put a larger amount down on a house will lower your loanto-value ratio and generally also your mortgage rate.
NOT FAUX FUR "Dog-friendly vibes" at Muse Market Saturday at Los Gatos Park Plaza.
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To get the best rate, make sure you have the highest credit score possible, the broker said.
To get started, obtain a copy of your credit report. That will show you your credit score and what all your outstanding balances are.
At Muse Markets, Saturday at Los Gatos Park Plaza. “A community of artists, makers and bad a** hustlers who believe in a better world where we live consciously.” This artist's trade show will return June 13 and July 18. Forget the mall.
You can request free credit reports from the three major credit reporting bureaus (Experian, Equifax and TransUnion) and dispute any errors that might be suppressing your credit score, according to personal finance website NerdWallet.
The loan-to-value ratio measures the size of the mortgage on a property relative to that property's value. For example, if you make a 20 percent down payment, your loan-to-value is 80 percent.
Muse Markets live DJ generated music. Here Cedric music rocks on.
Photo Dinah Cotton
"Salted Tinsel" brought their own trailer to Muse Markets on Saturday. Fun artisan creations, music and "friendly dog vibes".
Photo Dinah Cotton
You can access these reports at AnnualCreditReport.com.
FICO scores in the highest range (740850) are considered “very good” to "exceptional," while scores in the 670-739 range
Conventional mortgage borrowers who put down less than 20 percent are also required to pay private mortgage insurance, an additional monthly expense. When looking at lender rates online, be aware that the advertised rate often assumes that the borrower is putting down 20 percent or more.
Follow the sun art, the artists will capture your event, while the event is happening.
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Cookies at Grumpy Cat Bakery. Samples were offered and they were really delicious and different.
Photo Dinah Cotton
You can also consider paying discount points, though this means you’ll typically shell out thousands upfront to save a few dollars monthly; overall, bumping up your credit score and your down payment are the most solid strategies.
Saturday's Muse Markets along Montebello Way had lots of unique items to see, taste with a live DJ. A very pleasant Saturday in Los Gatos.
RECENT SALES AND PRICES
Photo Dinah Cotton
In Santa Clara County, the median home is worth $1.48M, according to the Zillow Home Value Index.
In March 2026, Santa Clara County home prices were up 0.3 percent compared to last year, selling for a median price of $1.7M, according to data from Redfin. On average, homes in Santa Clara County sell after 10 days on the market compared, to 10 days last year. There were 1,065 homes sold in March this year, up from 1,026 last year.
121 Rio Vis, Los Gatos, 95032 $1.79M, 3 beds, 3 baths, 2,319 sq ft; sold: Apr. 23, 2026
NOT FAUX FUR "Dog friendly vibes" at Muse Market Saturday at Los Gatos Park Plaza.
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GROUND ACTION Community members were prepared for if Rocket took a tumble.
CAT STUCK UP TREE FOR DAYS
Rocket, from page 1
Some had even traveled from San Jose and Felton, specifically to try to check in on the plight of Rocket.
Hairdresser Rachael Martines, of Parlour 308, says she first noticed the treed cat on Saturday morning, though other residents said they spotted him Friday evening.
Firefighters and animal control had been unable to solve the puzzle of how to get Rocket off the tree.
Kevin Gutierrez is a certified arborist and tree risk assessment professional. He works full-time for PG&E as a senior vegetation management inspector, based out of Isleton, Calif.
Gutierrez has done five cat rescues in San Jose over the last year through his company Tlalli Arborists, which he started in January.
Rocket’s owner, Elva Kogl, reached out to Gutierrez around 10am Monday morning, arriving in Los Gatos at Alpine Avenue and East Main Street at 6pm.
He spent five hours trying to get Rocket down, deploying a variety of different cat-collection techniques.
“I love everything about trees. I love what I do,” said Gutierrez, who says he’s rescued 20 cats in total. “I was talking with my wife, Juanita, through my bluetooth headset, and it’s really her and I going back and forth speaking, and I just follow her lead. The tree is about 85 feet, and Rocket urinated on me at one point—and I stayed where I was at and didn’t move.”
Gutierrez climbed into the canopy, and one person suggested bringing up a blanket to catch the cat if it fell or jumped. He spoke to the animal and shook the tree a little.
With the wind gusting—bending the
trunk like a twig—Gutierrez had to shut down that approach.
He says he knows his limits. Pushing the envelope further could put his own life in jeopardy, he says.
“It didn’t want me to leave the tree, and he was meowing for a while,” he said. “We set up a cat trap at the end with sardines and water, and hopefully the cat will come down the tree and into the cage.”
The trap was left about 70 feet up.
Gutierrez charges $350 for his service, but notes he got $470 in donations.
Onlookers come from near and far
Martines has been working at Parlour 308 for 18 years.
When she and her friend first realized that Rocket was up the tree, they went to two fire stations in Los Gatos—the one on University Avenue and the one on Shannon Road—for help with the emergency situation.
“So, Sunday morning before I got here, the fire department and animal control showed up,” she said.
One of Martines’s customers, Danielle Stafford, says she’s seen Rocket on her driveway several times.
“The community came together,” she said of the outpouring of concern for Rocket, pointing to strangers offering to chip in to cover the rescue bill and the folks who held on to a blanket at the base of the tree.
Sunayna Almal heard about Rocket on Sunday, via a Nextdoor post.
“I came here around noon today,” she said. “I came with some sheets and water to help. I have a cat myself and was imagining my cat in the same situation.”
THE CLIMBER Kevin Gutierrez, of Tlalli Arborists, tried for hours to rescue Rocket the cat on Monday.
In fact, it was Almal who called Gutierrez, since she’s used him in the past.
Almal came to check up on Rocket, Monday night. She said it was inspiring to see everyone pitching in.
Russell Brown, of Felton, first heard about Rocket when he was visiting the Self-Realization Fellowship across the street on Sunday at 9:30pm.
“People knew about the cat before then, because people put a sign on the tree,” Brown said.
Efforts to rescue the cat resumed on Tuesday evening.
Suddenly, just before 6:30pm, Rocket shot off like a missile. Down through the branches. Disappearing.
A few minutes later, Kogl told the Los Gatan Rocket had arrived safely at home. Miraculously, he didn’t seem to have any serious injuries.
But he won’t be able to avoid a trip to the vet.
SOUNDBATH BEGINNINGS: ON-THE-FLY, EPHEMERAL
Liliya Goldie channels personal highs and lows for audio-fueled rebirth
Drew Penner, Editor
You relax with faux-fur blankets in the geodesic dome as the blue sky daubed with little cloud tufts exists somewhere out there beyond the towering trees.
Here somewhere above Summit Road, the storms of life evaporate, as Liliya Goldie, 48, constructs a symphony of ambient sound with a variety of implements and receptacles: singing bowls, glass harp, chimes, rainfall-simulating percussive instruments. Suddenly: the yiping of a forest animal.
There’s peacefulness and tension to the audio journey being unfurled, like a gnarled fisherman spinning an engaging yarn, a yogi annunciating an inspiring-but-challenging object lesson, or a radio newscaster spitting golden-age-radio game with crescendos and release.
“It’s like a massage,” Goldie says in an interview after her performance, when asked why the sonic frequencies she dished out felt so engaging—and soothing. “It’s like recalibrating at the cellular level.”
Technically, you’d have to still file soundbath science under the category of officially unproven woo-woo, at least as far as quantifiable medicine goes. And it’s definitely easy to find a range of YouTube videos claiming such-and-such frequency is perfect for putting you to sleep or increasing your studying abilities or boosting your libido.
But there’s no denying songs trigger emotions and can shift our mood instantly. And anyhow, recent reports indicate government agencies have been using mind-blowingly-powerful acoustic cannons as weapons to alter the course of international diplomacy. So, if warmongers can use the power of the electromagnetic spectrum to tear things apart, why wouldn’t it make sense to embrace soundbath technology to connect people with their deeper self—and with others?
“This is where you slow down enough to really hear within, to really hear your voice, to learn more about the depth of who you are,” Goldie says. “Because we’re not just physical beings. We’re the consciousness that lives within us. And when you get this true connection, you realize— you feel you know—the multidimensionality of self. And what happens after sound healing. You feel your balance and peace.”
Goldie’s been living here in the Santa Cruz Mountains, amongst the evergreens and birds of prey for about a decade. She went from working for software company NxRev Inc. to teaching yoga to filing the
FREQUENCY FOCUSED Liliya Goldie takes listeners on an audio journey (with the help of a variety of finely-tuned instruments) through both challenging and soothing territory.
official paperwork to start Goldie Wellness LLC a few weeks back.
“I didn’t do it for the purpose of forming something big,” she says. “The goal for me is, for the person to come and just open their heart.”
Now, she gives a quarterly soundbath
at The Club at Los Gatos and offers monthly sessions here in the mountains above Los Gatos. And she recently signed a contract to be able to sell Crystal Tones singing bowls as an official dealer of the Utah-based company.
Goldie has so much to channel when
she dishes out her sonics: when she was a teen and bombs hitting her neighbors’ houses during the 1992–1993 war between the government of Georgia and Abkhaz separatists (“People just started hating people,” she recalls. “I was like, What’s going on?”); atrocities causing a citizenry
SCULPTING ON A MAJESTIC MOUNTAINTOP
to turn against one another; moving to Ukraine and facing hunger as the train with provisions would arrive infrequently. But she knows she’s been incredibly fortunate, too, with: good employment in Silicon Valley, a husband who’s a former tennis pro, great friends and the
chance to bring her mountaintop dreams to fruition.
Upon arrival you pass the tennis court and two sentinel rocks quarried on the East Coast. In addition to the dome— which reflects sound waves, giving those inside an exciting three-dimen -
sional concert—there’s an outbuilding in a modern style with a fireplace, used for tea ceremonies. Outside there’s a small amphitheater and a Zen spiral for introspection.
“I really want people to find a sanctuary in Silicon Valley, where you can just
come and listen to the birds, listen to the fox, and just reconnect with yourself,” she says with a laugh. “It’s just such a beautiful experience of knowing. Because we’re beautiful beings.”
For more info: liliyagoldie.com
SUMMIT LIFE In addition to soundbath music created by Goldie, visitors to the property encounter plenty of nature noises, too.
ORGANIC Goldie uses everything from singing bowls, a glass harp, chimes and rainfall-simulating percussive instruments to craft just the right soundwaves.
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MAY 3
• A caller reported that their son’s go-kart and miscellaneous tools were stolen, resulting in a total loss of approximately $1,500 on Panorama Way at 12:32pm.
• A vehicle and a bicyclist were reportedly in an accident on Westhill Drive with an unknown number of injuries at 5:17pm.
• A caller reportedly swerved off the road, swiped a telephone pole and shattered a window after avoiding a vehicle driving beside them at a high speed on Hicks Road and Shannon Oaks Lane at 6:54pm.
• Someone reportedly walked out of Safeway on North Santa Cruz Avenue with a basket of items without paying at 9:52pm.
MAY 4
• Contents were stolen from a lockbox that was reportedly pried open, and cash was left inside a file cabinet that was rummaged through on North Santa Cruz Avenue. The burglary occurred sometime after May 1 but was reported at 10:46am on May 4.
• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Harwood Court at 11:08pm.
MAY 5
• Officers issued a cite-and-release arrest for two juveniles who stole two bottles of Buzz Balls from Safeway on Pollard Road at 8:45am.
• A family was reported for trespassing after attempting to take someone else's order at Super Duper Burger on Los Gatos Boulevard at 5:00pm.
MAY 6
• A vehicle accident reportedly occurred on University Avenue, and airbags were deployed at 1:37pm.
• Subjects reportedly stole a phone out of the caller’s wife's purse while she was shopping at Trader Joe's on Los Gatos Boulevard at 4:59pm.
POLICE BLOTTER
FENDER-BENDER This BMW SUV’s airbags deployed in a traffic collision along University Avenue in Old Town Los Gatos on May 6.
• A caller reported that their daughter’s friend stole her credit card and made about $400 in purchases at multiple locations on Los Gatos Boulevard at 5:27pm.
• A caller reportedly hit a parked car, which sustained minor damage, and left their contact info on University Avenue at 6:23pm.
MAY 7
• A caller reported that a homeless person tried to hit him and his walking partner and threw rocks at them on the North Creek Trail at 12:58pm.
• A caller reportedly said a reckless driver “almost took her out” at Los Gatos Boulevard and Lark Avenue at 3:30pm.
• A man was reportedly walking around in a face mask with a machete and a full spike sticking out of his backpack at Safeway on North Santa Cruz Avenue at 5:08pm.
• Two juveniles on e-bikes were reportedly riding on the park lawn at La Rinconada Park on Granada Way at 7:04pm.
MAY 8
• Officers issued a cite-and-release arrest after a vehicle accident occurred on Kennedy Road at 8:16pm.
MAY 9
• Two motorcycles were reported speeding up and down Oka Road and Lark Avenue at 12:42am.
• A person was reportedly checking car doors at Kings Court on Blossom Hill Road at 10:26am.
• A woman reportedly stole a full shopping cart of dairy and deli
products from Safeway on North Santa Cruz Avenue at 7:52pm.
These reports are compiled from publicly available information released by the Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department. Prepared by Anika Kapasi
CORRECTION
Last week’s article about the wine industry included a name misspelling. It should have read Joaquin Casanueva.
CLARIFICATION
The preview article for the Memorial Day event to be held at the Flame of Liberty is a collaboration between Open Doors to Future Possibilities and the Veterans Memorial and Support Foundation of Los Gatos. VMSF is not the sole host.
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Why Los Gatos needs a housing task force
A
proactive can help the Town chart its way forward
Jeffrey P. Blum, Contributor
For decades, development in Los Gatos was a collaborative, if sometimes slow, process of checks and balances. But as we move into the spring of 2026, that has changed.
We are navigating a landscape dominated by Senate Bill 330, the “Builder’s Remedy,” and a recent Superior Court ruling that has significantly shifted the leverage toward developers.
The Town recently received a “reality check” in court regarding how we determine when an application is “vested.”
We can continue to react to each new high-density proposal with litigation and resistance, or we can choose a more sophisticated, proactive path.
I am proposing that the Town Council immediately appoint a Housing & Developer Interaction Task Force.
The January “vesting” ruling: A wake-up call
The urgency for this task force is amplified by the January Superior Court ruling regarding vesting rights.
The Town attempted to argue for a more restrictive 180-day limit on completing applications to prevent projects from sitting in limbo.
The court, however, sided with developers, ruling that "vesting" remains in place if a developer resubmits within 90 days of an incompletion notice, regardless of how many times the cycle repeats.
The judge essentially rejected the Town’s concerns about a “parade of horribles” where developers might “game the system.”
But just because the court didn’t find evidence of "gaming" doesn't mean the current process is efficient.
We are currently caught in a loop of “incomplete” notices and legal filings that drains Town resources without improving project outcomes.
Lessons from the North 40 and Santa Cruz Avenue
We need only look at the recent split vote on Phase 2 of the North 40 to see the cost of a reactive posture. While the Council eventually approved the 450-unit project, the process was a “countdown” under state rules.
We were warned by legal counsel that a denial would likely trigger the Build -
er’s Remedy, potentially resulting in an even larger project with fewer community concessions.
Similarly, projects on Santa Cruz Avenue and Los Gatos Boulevard have highlighted a dangerous communication gap.
When developers invoke the Builder’s Remedy, they often argue that local design standards do not apply.
Without a task force to negotiate before these applications are solidified, we lose our chance to advocate for the transitions, materials, and "small-town" aesthetics that define Los Gatos.
A path to progress together
This task force is a benefit for the Town. It also offers a lifeline for developers who are currently mired in the same uncertainty we face. For a builder, the "limbo" of repeated incompletion notices is a significant financial drain.
By engaging with a task force, developers gain predictability. Early collaboration allows them to understand the community’s "hot buttons" and adjust designs before investing millions in formal architectural plans that might otherwise be litigated.
A project that moves swiftly because it has addressed local concerns is far more profitable than one that languishes in a courtroom for years. Proactive engagement turns a hostile "us versus them" battle into a streamlined path to project approval.
Mission of strategic engagement
This proposed task force would act as a strategic unit to:
Early intervention on design: Under state law, our ability to deny housing projects is limited, but our ability to negotiate for objective design standards remains. A task force can work on height and scale transitions, like the 100-foot waivers sought near Los Gatos Boulevard, before plans are locked in.
Clarifying compliance: By acting as a technical liaison, the task force can ensure applications meet objective standards quickly, avoiding the perpetual "incomplete" cycle and the litigation that inevitably follows.
Maximizing community benefit: We must ensure that infrastructure and affordable housing components, such as those intended for residents with developmental disabilities in the North 40, are prioritized and integrated thoughtfully rather than treated as afterthoughts.
SPORTS
Victory on the lacrosse field tastes so sweet
little more consistently and started picking it up, but still not quite what we’re hoping for. I mean, we could’ve doubled up that score, but we also recognize we want to get better as a team. So getting guys in and getting them reps and playing time is meaningful for us as a team.”
The score was 1-1 at halftime when Los Gatos unleashed a scoring binge. First, it was the sophomore Rooney who scored on a wraparound shot just 1 minute, 11 seconds into the third quarter. The next several goals came in rapid-fire succession, each separated by two minutes or less. Trevor Ankaitis delivered a pinpoint pass to an unmarked Reilly, who scored from a couple of feet away.
After that, Los Gatos started to shoot from distance, as Zach Gouldrup and Matvey Barkhatov both scored from 25 yards out with laser-like shots. Buran scored the team’s next five goals on a variety of jukes,
turnaround shots and occasions when Palma simply left him unmarked.
“Justin is a great offensive power for us,” Lehman said. “He’s one of our younger leaders and it’s been great to see the season he’s having.”
Lehman praised the leadership on the team, especially from the large senior group. With 60 total players spread across the varsity and junior varsity squads, the Los Gatos boys lacrosse program is thriving from a participation standpoint. Part of that reason stems from athletes who don’t have a lot of experience in the sport choosing to pick up a stick in their senior year.
“A lot of those guys are guys who haven’t picked up a stick in a couple of years or who haven’t played lacrosse before,” Lehman said. “But we’ve got a ton of leaders on this team, some good athletes, and the seniors are definitely a big part of that.”
Zach Otoupal is a three-time PCAL Defensive Player of the Year and towers above the competition—literally. At 6-foot-5, Otoupal uses his athleticism, agility, long reach and speed to create turnovers and help the team maintain possession for long stretches at a time.
Goalie Rodean Doroodian made a couple of big-time saves to keep Palma at bay, while defenders Jack Harrington, Liam Carlin and Johnny Cavallini made sure to stifle any offensive player that approached the Los Gatos goal.
Los Gatos has had some tremendous success in the last few years, winning the Division II championship in 2024 and reaching the semifinals last season. For a repeat run at the title, Lehman said the team will need to be on top of things both physically and mentally.
“I would really like to see us push a little more in the transition game,” he
said. “I think we had some missed opportunities tonight that we didn’t follow through on. And one of the big things we’re looking to change is getting these guys to have the mindset that it doesn’t matter who we’re playing, we’re going to play the way we know how. And that means staying consistent and disciplined in everything we do.”
Lehman appreciated how the players have bought into the program despite a numbers game that could’ve been a hindrance.
“We’ve got 60 guys and there’s three of us (coaches),” he said. “That’s a 1-to20 ratio, which is not super ideal. It only works if you get buy-in and you have other guys step up. I can’t speak highly enough of these guys. They’re going to go very far in life because they show up and know how to be a team player.”
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VICTORY The Wildcats won the Pacific Coast Athletic League Gabilan Division championship with a perfect 8-0 league mark.
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SOUTH BAY RESIDENT EXPOSED TO HANTAVIRUS RETURNS
Staff Report
The Santa Clara County resident who was exposed to Andes hantavirus while a passenger on the MV Hondius cruise ship was under “close monitoring” and “restricted activities,” the health department said Monday.
“I want to reassure the public that the risk of contracting Andes hantavirus in Santa Clara County remains extremely low,” said Dr. Sarah Rudman, Health Officer for the County of Santa Clara Public Health Department.
“I understand that the news of an exposed individual in Santa Clara County is causing stress and worry.
“However, the safety protocols we have in place for the exposed individual, and our very close coordination with state, federal, and national disease experts responding to this outbreak, reassure me that we have a plan to respond to this event while protecting members of our community.”
Experts at the Centers for Disease Control, as well as health officials from countries where the virus is more common, have stated that individuals who are exposed to hantavirus are only infectious if and when they develop symptoms, the Department stated in the release.
SUPERIOR COURT CELEBRATES JUROR APPRECIATION WEEK
The Santa Clara County Superior Court is celebrating Juror Appreciation Week, from May 11–15, to recognize the essential role jurors play in the justice system. Each year, tens of thousands of Santa Clara County residents answer the call to fulfill this democratic function.
"These individuals—reflecting the diversity and strength of our communities— bring integrity, perspective, and a deep sense of civic responsibility to courtrooms throughout the county," a spokesperson for the court said in a release.
“Jurors serve as the cornerstone of our justice system,” said Presiding Judge Hon. Julie A. Emede. “Their willingness to dedicate time and thoughtful consideration to each case ensures fairness, strengthens our democracy, and upholds the rule of law. We are deeply grateful for their service.”
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HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT REVIEWS TRANSFER RULES
Staff Report
At last week’s Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District board meeting, Superintendent Heath Rocha presented about the District’s intradistrict transfer (open enrollment) process.
This process allows students who live within district boundaries to request enrollment at a school other than their assigned school of residence.
The May 7 presentation reviewed current Board policy, the transfer application timeline, historical transfer data, common reasons families request transfers and the California Education Code requirements that guide the process.
Data presented showed that transfer requests between Los Gatos HS and Saratoga HS remain relatively small in number. Families cited a variety of reasons for requesting transfers, including academic programs, athletics, arts opportunities, social-emotional fit, transportation logistics, sibling attendance and student well-being.
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During public comment, several parents and staff members spoke and requested that the board deny intradistrict transfers from Saratoga High School to Los Gatos High School. Community members shared concerns related to enrollment balance, school culture, and the potential impact on Saratoga HS’s athletic programs.
The District’s legal counsel confirmed:
-Open enrollment is a required policy districts must have, per California Education Code.
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-The District is not legally able to deny a student’s transfer for any reason other than capacity (defined by pupil enrollment or capacity in classrooms). Staff were directed to bring back the topic for further board discussion. Because it was an informational item, no action was taken.
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Fictitious Business Name Statements
File Number: FBN725530. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. ARBOR CREEK TREE CARE 457 Sinclair Dr, SanJose, CA 95116. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership, MIGUEL A. YEPEZ HERNANDEZ, 457 Sinclair Dr., San Jose, CA 95116 and MIGUEL A. YEPEZ JIMENEZ, 457 Sinclair Dr., San Jose, CA 95116. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 04/06/2026 and 04/06/2026 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/ Miguel A. Yepez Hernandez /s/. (Pub LGN: 04/22, 04/29, 05/06, 05/13/2026)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Lideya Limousine, 298 Laurel Grove Ln #327, San Jose, CA, 95126, Lideya Gebeyhu Worku. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 04/01/2026. /s/ Lideya Gebeyhu Worku. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 04/15/2026. (pub LG 04/22, 04/29, 05/06, 05/13/2026)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #725750
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Lisa Martin Media, 971 Ellis Ave., San Jose, CA, 95125, Luccazara, Inc. This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 08/28/2014. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Lisa Martin. CEO. #3650762. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 04/13/2026. (pub LG 04/22, 04/29, 05/06, 05/13/2026)
File Number: FBN725699. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. TRAVEL ROSE , 485 Lewis Rd #D, San Jose, CA 95111. This business is conducted by: An Individual, HONG TU, 411 Lewis Rd #430, San Jose, CA 95111. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/24/2024 and 4/10/2026 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/ Hong Tu /s/. (Pub LGN: 04/22, 04/29, 05/06, 05/13/2026)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #725634
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Marcom, 230 Rose Ct Apt 22, Campbell, CA, 95008, Mark William Jones. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/Mark W Jones. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 04/09/2026. (pub LG 04/29, 05/06, 05/13, 05/20/2026)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #725797
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Old Girls Comedy, 1596 San Gabriel Way, San Jose, CA, 95125, Kelly Jackson, Sally Jackson. This business is being conducted by a General Partnership. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/Kelly Jakson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 04/14/2026. (pub LG 04/29, 05/06, 05/13, 05/20/2026)
File Number: FBN725570. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. Coffeebar Los Altos , 170 State St, #105-106, Los Altos, CA 94022. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, Coffeebar Menlo Park, LLC, 10120 Jibboom St, #101, Truckee, CA 96161. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 4/07/2026 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. Coffeebar Menlo Park, LLC, Article/Reg # 201702710299, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Greg C. Buchheister /s/ Managing Member. (Pub LGN: 04/29, 05/06, 05/13, 05/20/2026)
File Number: FBN725948. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. FAYE’S BOO-TIQUE, 2. ECHOS OF TIME MEDIA , 103 Westhill Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95032. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, TIMELY REFLECTIONS LLC, 103 Westhill Dr, Los Gatos, CA 95032. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 4/17/2026 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. TIMELY REFLECTIONS LLC, Article/Reg # B20260161110, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Faye J Navarro /s/ Member. (Pub LGN: 04/29, 05/06, 05/13, 05/20/2026)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #725937
he following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Bagheri Accounting & Advisory, 1350 South Bascom Avenue, Apt
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8046, San Jose, CA, 95128, Maryam Bagheri. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 04/10/2026. /s/Maryam Bagheri. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 04/17/2026. (pub LG 04/29, 05/06, 05/13, 05/20/2026
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #726056
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Style Masters Barber Shop, 404 South Bascom Ave., San Jose, CA, 95128, Tiayadin Day. This business is being conducted by an Indvidual. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 04/21/2026. /s/Tiayadin Day. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 04/21/2026. (pub LG 04/29, 05/06, 05/13, 05/20/2026
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #725802
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Irene Yang Music Arts Studio, 2. Bihramam’s Life Lab, 3616 Bloomsbury Way, San Jose, CA, 95132, Hsinhua Yang. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/Hsinhua Yang. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 04/14/2026. (pub LG 04/29, 05/06, 05/13, 05/20/2026)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #726084
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 777VRSE Entertainment, 1447 Sundown Ln., San Jose, CA, 95127, Arthur J. De La Cerda. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 04/21/2026. /s/ Arthur J. De La Cerda. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 04/22/2026. (pub LG 04/29, 05/06, 05/13, 05/20/2026)
File Number: FBN725441 . The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. WILD ROSE , 200 E Campbell Ave, Campbell, CA 95008. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, 200 CAMPBELL AVE LLC, 200 E Campbell Ave, Campbell, CA 95008. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08/03/2022 and 4/02/2026 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. 200 CAMPBELL AVE LLC, Article/Reg # 202114110520, Above Entity was Formed in the State of California. /s/ Sohrab Daniel Shafazand /s/ Managing Member. (Pub LGN: 04/29, 05/06, 05/13, 05/20/2026)
File Number: FBN725974. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. AJOR , P O Box 320023, Los Gatos, CA 95032. This business is conducted by: An Individual, CHELGIS JAHANFARD, P O Box 320023, Los Gatos, CA 95032. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 4/20/2026 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/ Chelgis Jahanfard /s/. (Pub LGN: 04/29, 05/06, 05/13, 05/20/2026)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #726194
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Future Leaders Club, 2. Future Leaders Kids Club, 3. Future Leaders Academy. 3281 Berryessa St #3, Palo Alto, CA, 94303, Daycare Sunflower LLC. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 04/26/2026. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Gulnur Kuzdibayeva. Owner. #202463619375. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 04/27/2026. (pub LG 05/06, 05/13, 05/20, 05/27/2026)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #726216
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Black Sheep Backyard Grill, 444 Saratoga Ave Apt 27B, Santa Clara, CA, 95050, Bear Necessitiez LLC. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 04/27/2026. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Joshua Chavez. CEO. #202565913744. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 04/28/2026. (pub LG 05/06, 05/13, 05/20, 05/27/2026)
File Number: FBN726159. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. Eat-Grow-Learn Mentorship Fund , 140 Wissahickon Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, Alrie Middlebrook Design, 140 Wissahickon Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 4/24/2026 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. Alrie Middlebrook Design, Article/Reg # BA20252534657, Above Entity was Formed in the State of California. /s/ Alrie Middlebrook /s/ President. (Pub LGN: 05/06, 05/13, 05/20, 05/27/2026)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #725681
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Art Works, 1334 Dell Ave., STE C, Campbell, CA, 95008, John G. Espinola, Theresa E. Brandt. This business is being conducted by a Married Couple. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 1/1/80. /s/John G. Espinola. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 04/10/2026. (pub LG 05/06, 05/13, 05/20, 05/27/2026)
File Number: FBN726021 . The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. Besito Design & Creative , 111 Pine Wood Lane, Los Gatos, CA 95032. This business is conducted by: An Individual, Stephanie Lucas, 1796 Bevin Brook Drive, San Jose, CA 95112. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 04/01/2026 and 04/20/2026 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/ Stephanie Lucas /s/. (Pub LGN: 05/06, 05/13, 05/20, 05/27/2026)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #726046
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Future Leaders Club, 3281 Berryessa St #3, Palo Alto, CA, 94303, Daycare Sunflower LLC. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 04/26/2026. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Margaret Everman. President. #3570235. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 04/21/2026. (pub LG 05/06, 05/13, 05/20, 05/27/2026)
File Number: FBN726427. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. BLUEFIN POOL & SPA SERVICE , 19 Via Campina Ct., San Jose, CA 95139. This business is conducted by: An Individual, DULCE JASMIN SERNA, 19 Via Campina Ct., San Jose, CA 95139. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 05/01/2026 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/ Dulce Serna /s/. (Pub LGN: 05/13, 05/20, 05/27, 06/03/2026)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #726047
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Aloha Montessori School, 995 Apricot Ave., Campbell, CA, 95008, Maki Swim School Inc. This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 04/1/2026. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/ Margaret Everman. President. #3570235. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 04/21/2026. (pub LG 05/06, 05/13, 05/20, 05/27/2026)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #724933
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: A Handy Man, 7568 Rosanna St., Gilroy, CA, 95020, JT Trillo. This business is being conducted by an Individual Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 02/27/2026. /s/JT Trillo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 03/19/2026. (pub LG 4/29, 05/06, 05/13, 05/20/2026)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #726519
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Filamento, 2. Filamento Lighting, 1531 Oriole Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA, 94087, Filament Lighting, LLC. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 04/28/2017. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Frank Shum. President. #201506810347. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 05/05/2026. (pub LG 05/13, 05/20, 05/27, 06/03/2026)
File Number: FBN726620. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. The Implant Zone Dental Practice of A. Bhullar Dental PC, 1374 E Hamilton Ave, Campbell, CA 95008. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, A. Bhullar Dental PC, 18693 Carriage Hill Drive, San Jose, CA 95120. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 05/07/2026 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. A. Bhullar Dental PC, Article/Reg # B20250260160, Above Entity was Formed in the State of California. /s/ Amandeep Bhullar /s/ President. (Pub LGN: 05/13, 05/20, 05/27, 06/03/2026)
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