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he defense attorney for a woman charged with child endangerment last year after the San Luis Obispo Police Department (SLOPD) conducted a warrantless search of her home during its hunt for Chief Deanna Cantrell’s missing weapon filed a motion in court to suppress all evidence from the search. The July motion—which was followed by a Sept. 8 brief detailing the events of July 10, 2019—asks that the court throw out all evidence that the SLOPD gathered that day, including observations, impressions, photographs, defendant and police officer statements or memories, and toxicology results. SLO County residents Vanessa Bedroni and Cheyne Ordnoff face two felony counts of child endangerment after officers allegedly found the residence to be unsafe for their two children. The search occurred hours after Cantrell left her loaded Glock 42 handgun in an El Pollo Loco bathroom in SLO. Suspecting that Orndoff may possess the weapon due to his resemblance to a man captured in restaurant surveillance footage, police went into his home on the same day without a warrant based on false information in a law enforcement database showing that Orndoff was on probation. Bedroni’s attorney, Peter Depew, argued in his brief that “reckless police work and negligent record keeping” resulted in a violation of the couple’s constitutional rights, and that admitting the evidence for the prosecution “would bless their behavior with the stamp of good faith.” “This court should not elevate the bureaucratic shortcomings of government over the rights of citizens,” it reads. Depew’s brief recapped various events and conversations that transpired among law enforcement agents on July 10, 2019, drawn from information obtained during discovery. According to the brief, the handgun Cantrell left in the bathroom, a Glock 42, is banned in California for civilian use and was loaded with hollow-point bullets. From the time Cantrell lost the weapon around noon to when the search of the house took place seven hours later, Cantrell placed approximately 40 calls from her personal cellphone to unrecorded lines. Her initial call to SLOPD’s dispatch line was reportedly dropped. The brief also quotes a SLOPD sergeant discussing the department’s failure to issue a timely BOLO [be on the lookout] alert to other agencies about the gun. At the time, the sergeant told the SLO County Sheriff’s Office: “I think what happened, to be honest with you, was it looked like they tried to keep it on the DL a little bit and assign it out to our undercover

detectives and let them kind of run with it without letting too many people know yet. And then it kind of got carried away.” Sheriff’s deputies were called to assist SLOPD with its search of Bedroni and Orndoff’s home— which was outside city limits on O’Connor Way. The brief quotes from a recording of two deputies who questioned the operation. “Call me a cynic, but I don’t have total confidence in the fact that they’ve worked this out all the way through. You know what I mean?” one deputy says. “Oh no, absolutely,” the other responds. The deputies agreed, according to the brief, that Sheriff’s Office EVIDENCE QUESTION A defense attorney is asking a judge to resources would be suppress evidence taken during the SLO Police Department’s 2019 search there “to keep the of a home for Chief Deanna Cantrell’s (pictured) lost gun. peace and that’s it,” and then declined to send agencies, cause they apparently put this on a page or put it in the police log “because of the Facebook … six hours ago, but never bothered sensitive nature of it.” telling any of the local agencies.” In a conversation among officers that took Later in the exchange, the deputy chief place just before they searched the O’Connor allegedly said, “I tell you what, if Cheyne Way home, an officer is quoted saying, “We are [Orndoff] decides he wants to file a complaint going to search no matter what.” When Orndoff against San Luis PD, he’s got a pretty good beef. tried to explain to officers that he was not on … I’m really glad we decided to play it cautious probation and had proof of it in his car, an with them because what a surprise, their info officer allegedly said, “Well, I don’t really care.” wasn’t good.” During the search operation, 15 of the 16 “Well and that’s why I called you,” the watch officers present didn’t have their body cameras commander responded, “because I’m like, you on, violating SLOPD policy, and the one who did know, I’ve dealt with SLOPD enough to know allegedly waited more than an hour to activate it. that whatever they’re telling me, only a fraction In a conversation between a sheriff’s watch of it is going to be correct.” commander and sheriff’s deputy chief that “Because they have a really bad habit of not vetting stuff all the way through,” the deputy allegedly transpired after SLOPD’s search chief said. failed to locate Cantrell’s weapon, the officers A hearing on the defense’s motion to suppress spoke critically of the department’s handling of evidence is scheduled for Sept. 24. The SLO the incident. “Basically, at this point they don’t know where County DA’s Office opposed the motion, calling the conditions of the defendants’ home the gun’s at,” the watch commander said. “So I “deplorable and wholly unsafe for children.” Δ asked their captain, are you guys planning on —Peter Johnson putting some sort of, you know, BOLO for local

Tianna Arata sits down with New Times prior to first court hearing

Sept. 2, SLO County District Attorney Dan Dow charged her with 13 misdemeanors—including unlawful assembly, disturbing the peace, six counts of obstruction of a thoroughfare, and five counts of false imprisonment. Supporters also came for Elias Bautista, charged with two misdemeanor counts of resisting, obstructing, or delaying a peace officer

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and one felony count of resisting an executive officer by force or violence. Charges against both are related to a July 21 protest that moved onto Highway 101, effectively stopping traffic, and had two separate incidents with vehicles. Tianna entered a no plea deal at her hearing and requested to move her NEWS continued page 6

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arraignment to Sept. 17 so her defense attorney, Patrick Fisher, could have more time to file motions in the case. Bautista pleaded not guilty to his charges and is due back in court for a pre-preliminary hearing Sept. 14. A day before her arraignment, Tianna told New Times she was feeling nervous and didn’t know what to expect because it was the first time she’d ever had to deal with the court system. Sitting in her lawyer’s office with her mother, Michelle Arata, at her side and a mask on, Arata said that she doesn’t like to think about the past almost two months since her arrest. “I don’t even personally like to think about how I’m feeling, because I’m not functional when I really actually embrace how I’m feeling emotionally,” she said. Tianna, a 20-year-old Cuesta College graduate, just started virtual classes at her new university. Tianna is more than an activist. She’s an athlete, an occasional model, a creative, and a student who aspires to double major in communications and ethnic studies. She wouldn’t disclose where she’s continuing her higher education for safety reasons. It’s the same reason Tianna said she and her mother no longer live in San Luis Obispo. “I block about 10 people a day on Instagram just because they send me outrageous comments. All the information they say to me is false, but they’ve just had a narrative pushed at them,” she said. Fisher said the women have received egregious and dangerous messages from the public in the last few months. As a result, the two have stayed in hotels and at the homes of family members elsewhere while they awaited court proceedings. “The goal was to chase us out of town, and that’s exactly what happened. All the false information that’s so dangerous, criminalizing, and dehumanizing,” Michelle said. “We’re just humans fighting for human rights, but instead people are taking a fine-tooth comb to everything in our life to find anything to make us not worthy of any sort of sustainable life.” Even though the year didn’t turn out the way Tianna had envisioned it would, she said the movement and her arrest have only strengthened her resolve to continue her activism. “Nobody should ever have to deal with this, nobody should ever have to deal with having this looming over their head, numerous felony charges for protesting and for standing up against injustices that we face,” she said. Fisher said if DA Dow wants to continue to perpetrate injustice against Tianna, it’s only going to give her more of a platform. “I get the sense that this whole arrest has really galvanized the local movement and made it stronger,” he said. —Karen Garcia

Grover Beach City Council candidates share their hopes for the future

Nearly a dozen City Council and mayoral candidates will be on the ballot in Grover Beach this November, and incumbent City Councilmember Karen Bright is squaring off against a number of them.

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That includes 16-year resident of Grover Beach and California native Dan Rushing. Rushing, who is endorsed by the SLO County Democratic Party, worked as a website producer in San Francisco before leaving and moving to Grover Beach with his wife in the early 2000s. Here, he’s worked as a personal chef, line cook, restaurant manager, and for the last decade, as a wholesale distributor to restaurants throughout the Central Coast. With so much experience in the service industry that Grover Beach and the rest of the Central Coast rely so heavily on, Rushing said he hopes to help those businesses and their employees make it through the pandemic. “Because of where we are right now,” Rushing told New Times, “it’s incredibly important that everything City Council can do to make sure that businesses and residents are protected and supported, in whatever way a city council can, needs to happen.” To Rushing, that means streamlining the processes for expanding local businesses in Grover Beach, increasing the city’s number of affordable housing units for residents like service industry employees, and expanding Grand Avenue’s offerings by developing more mixed-use facilities that would cultivate retail, coffee shops, restaurants, hotels, and housing in the area. Those efforts, along with much-needed road repairs, could help Grover attract more tourists and develop a more vibrant commerce district, Rushing said, while also protecting Grover’s residents and workers. “Allowing the people that live here to be able to thrive here is very important to me,” he said. For City Council candidate Anna Miller, this upcoming election is all about preventing a forecasted increase in homelessness. Miller has lived in Grover Beach for about four years, where she works as director of property management for Peoples’ Self-Help Housing and serves on the boards of several nonprofits, including the Five Cities Homeless Coalition and the Grover Beach Community Library. Grover Beach City Council recently adopted affordable housing and homeless prevention efforts as city priorities, and Miller said she wants to continue and broaden the efforts to provide affordable and low-income housing options throughout the city. It’s an issue that’s close to her heart. As a child, she moved from Vietnam to the U.S. with her mother and siblings with hardly anything else. Without the financial and housing assistance her family received, Miller said she wouldn’t have been able to get an education, get out of poverty, and live the life she has today as an American. “So regardless of political leaning,” Miller told New Times, “I believe that everyone deserves the dignity of having a place to call home.” But, thanks to her decades-long work in the housing industry, Miller said she also has experience managing people and multi-million-dollar budgets. She too hopes to advocate for more street repairs and better assist local businesses struggling through the pandemic, and would like to improve the flow of communication between residents and local government.

Candidate Will Bruce has lived on the Central Coast for practically his whole life. He first moved to Grover Beach in 1973 when he was a kid, and the farthest away he ever lived officially was a stint in Alameda, where he served as the dean of special programs and grants at the College of Alameda. Bruce said he’s done a lot of different things throughout his lifetime, but he’s an educator and advocate at the core. As a teen, Bruce said his family was poor. He struggled with alcohol and drug use and for years barley had enough to get by. He always thought college was for rich kids, but after having a son and getting sober, he discovered that he qualified for financial aid programs at Allan Hancock College in Santa Maria. He enrolled in 1994 as a single dad, and found out that he was actually a good student. After graduating from Hancock with several degrees, Bruce earned a bachelor’s at Cal Poly and then was offered a position at Hancock, where he led the Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) program, the very program that helped him through school and is aimed at providing low-income students with needed support services and assistance. After the economic crash of 2008, Bruce served as the president of the California Community College EOPS Association, where he helped lobby state legislators and community college chancellors on behalf of low-income students. He has experience organizing, leading, educating, and advocating, and those are the skills Bruce said he would use to help get Grover Beach out of and recovered from the pandemic. Plus, he said, after a recent ugly divorce and various health issues, he needs something to keep him busy and out of trouble. “If elected,” he said, “I’ll do my best.” David Duringer is hoping to fill a twoyear term left by Barbara Nicolls, who was elected in 2018 for a four-year term but retired on June 30 due to health issues. Duringer moved from Orange County to Grover Beach just about a year ago, but he and his wife have long been visitors and lovers of the area and his daughter attends Cal Poly. Duringer currently works as a trust lawyer, where he helps families grow their generational wealth and success. That’s something he believes cities like Grover Beach can help its residents do too, although he said the opposite often happens, which especially true now due to the pandemic and its effects on the economy. If elected, Duringer said he would push to get kids back into school and the economy reopened, including the Oceano Dunes. He hopes to help cultivate a better looking and better running Grover Beach, but not by raising taxes on residents. With degrees in law and economics, Duringer said he’s confident he has the knowledge necessary to lead Grover Beach out of the financial hardship faced by so many nationwide. “I would just like to be a voice for the conservative people and [conservative] minded things,” he said. Several other Grover Beach City Council and mayoral candidates will be introduced in a New Times story next week. ∆ —Kasey Bubnash

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Tough conversations Local conversations, protests, and movements have been overshadowed by an incident that sparked rumors and misunderstandings

he city of San Luis Obispo faced several challenges in the first week of June: COVID-19 concerns, temporary business closures, and the impact of George Floyd’s death. At the time, Rose Steen said she and others participating in local protests against police brutality in solidarity with the national Black Lives Matter movement felt betrayed by some downtown business owners. At the request of city staff, the Downtown SLO Association sent out a memo on June 3 to business owners recommending they take precautionary measures in anticipation of a protest drawing large crowds. Three days earlier, a local protest ended after law enforcement deployed pepper ball rounds and tear gas into a crowd, while two storefront windows were broken by BB gun bullets in an unrelated incident later that evening. Several downtown businesses heeded the June 3 warning and boarded up their windows. Steen told New Times that a group of people, including herself, took note of businesses that had boarded up their windows that day while they were marching through downtown. “It just really felt like they had turned their backs on a community that was asking for help and pleading for help,” Steen said. Determined to start a conversation, Steen and several others called every downtown business that had boarded their windows. The dialogue that followed led to rumors and misunderstandings that continue to plague the ongoing protests, leaving some with feelings of divisiveness. New Times spoke with individuals on both sides of the issue to provide a space for clarity and perspective on what happened.

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Kayla King, who’s worked downtown for years, helped reach out to businesses and landlords in June. King told New Times she felt like part of the community. “I think the impetus for me to get involved was kind of feeling a breach of especially downtown San Luis Obispo’s strong sense of community trust,” King said. King and Steen said businesses gave several reasons for boarding up: the association’s memo, landlords requiring that businesses board up, and a rumor that people were coming from outside of the area specifically to cause damage. “We talked to other people who said, ‘My neighbor told me there’s going to be violent mobs in downtown SLO tonight’ or on social media. Someone said, ‘They’re busing people in from Oakland.’ It was just kind of this unsubstantiated dogwhistle type rumor that spread like wildfire,” King said. New Times reached out to several business owners. Erica Hamilton, coowner of Blackwater, was the only one who agreed to speak on the record. Hamilton said, at the time, small

businesses were worried about COVID-19 closures that had led to an estimated 75 percent decline in revenue. They started to rely on one another and often communicated through group text messages. Hamilton said those group texts are where she read about the rumors. Hamilton and her mother, the other Blackwater co-owner, were both concerned that people were going to take advantage of the moment. “That might be the way we felt, but we were constantly being bombarded by everyone else saying, ‘I’m going to close,’ or, ‘I’m going to board up because I can’t afford to lose anything else.’ So you’re kind of in this internal struggle between how you feel and what externally is going on around you,” she said. Hamilton and her mother decided to cover their windows with butcher paper, which didn’t sit well with them. The following day they took the paper down, wrote the names of the past six months of police brutality victims on it, and put it back up. When Hamilton was approached by the protest group, she apologized for the butcher paper and was ready to hear their concerns and support the movement. King said other business representatives who spoke to the group were hesitant to position themselves one way or another. “Part of the reason we wanted to have the conversation is that we felt like by boarding up, that was a position taken,” King said. The group wanted to understand the action because businesses didn’t board up for protests such as The Women’s March, Justice for Andrew Holland, Families Belong Together, and more recently reopen SLO, anti-lockdown, and Blue Lives Matter. The goal of the conversations was not to blame business owners, but to come to a mutual understanding of how both sides felt about what happened. “Our other goal was to spread awareness of the actual intentions of the Black Lives Matter movement, which is not rioting and looting, but, you know, it’s to open up uncomfortable conversations and to face unfortunate realities that even in San Luis Obispo we have to reckon with,” King said. The group left voicemails with the businesses that didn’t pick up the phone and at the end of each conversation, they handed businesses a thank you letter. New Times obtained a copy of the letter, which summarized the group’s reasons to push for an open dialogue and what they understood had occurred, urged businesses to “actively listen” to the message behind the movement for dialogue, and expressed appreciation to the businesses for listening. In the days that followed, a rumor started circulating downtown claiming that the group had demanded money from local businesses for local organizations such as R.A.C.E. Matters SLO or

BOTH SIDES Discussions between business owners and protesters following downtown stores boarding up in anticipation of protests back in June has continued to overshadow conversations about racial injustice.

Black Lives Matter as a consequence of boarding up. King and Steen said they never demanded or asked for any money. During their conversations with business owners, if someone asked how they could show their support for the movement, King and Steen said they relayed information on educational materials and suggested donating to local organizations if they wanted to.

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Ambiance store owner Kannyn January met with a group on June 13 to talk about why her shop boarded up, but the meeting went sour for some and put R.A.C.E. Matters founder Courtney Haile on the spot. January was initially scheduled to meet with four people—Tianna Arata; her mother, Michelle Arata; and Cal Poly football players Jalen Hamler and Xavier Moore—in the Mission Plaza. However, more people attended the meeting, including those who supported January as well as a football booster sponsor, Haile, and Haile’s significant other. January declined to comment on the event. Tricia Hamachai, who was also at the meeting, told New Times that January asked her and Abrianna Torres (now running for SLO City Council) to join the meeting to provide support. “And to be able to help mediate because tensions were so high that we were just kind of in the middle of, you know, support the businesses but also support youth, support our community,” Hamachai said. Hamler and Moore said they intended to let January know that boarding up was offensive to them and the local movement. The conversation ended on a positive note for January but not for Torres. “I was told I grew up here in San Luis Obispo therefore I don’t know struggle: Black isn’t the color of your skin, it’s a culture, and I ain’t Black,” Torres told New Times. Hamler denied the claim that he or anyone else told Torres she wasn’t Black.

“Basically what was said was that all Black people don’t fight for Black people. I don’t know why she was trying to wear that shoe, but it didn’t fit,” Hamler said. Moore said the conversation took a turn after Torres said that “white privilege didn’t exist” and that the athletes were acting like victims even though they have priveleage because they’re Cal Poly football players. “You can’t say that because we come from two different lives. I’m from Los Angeles. I grew up on floors. My privilege was not a choice, I didn’t choose my circumstances. So yeah, we’re on different sides of the spectrum. She can’t see my perspective, and I can’t see hers,” Hamler said. Torres said the football players misunderstood her. She told them that they were pointing fingers and pointing out privilege but failed to see their privilege of being in San Luis Obispo, getting an education at Cal Poly, and playing football. “I said the difference between you and I is you’re looking to point blame, and I’m looking at opportunities that I have,” Torres said. Hamachai said she was disappointed in the dialogue and even more frustrated that the co-founder of R.A.C.E. Matters SLO didn’t intervene or mediate the conversation. So she wrote a letter to the city of SLO—which has worked with R.A.C.E. Matters—about the local organization, which Hamachai felt wasn’t being inclusive. “I spoke out at the City Council meeting because I said how can we have R.A.C.E. Matters SLO advising the city when I was just part of a conversation where it was obvious that not all Black lives matter to them,” she said. Haile provided New Times with a statement about the incident. “At the last-minute request of friends who I ran into downtown, I attended a meeting in Mission Plaza where a spirited RUMORS continued page 8

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Leading in crisis

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SLO mayor race pits downtown store owner against incumbent Harmon

he words “unprecedented” and “challenging” came up 11 times during a Sept. 4 New Times interview with San Luis Obispo Mayor Heidi Harmon. Having recently kicked off her reelection campaign, Harmon is asking voters for a third term in office—this time amid a pandemic, a crippled economy, and ongoing racial justice protests that have put the city under a national microscope. The nature of the times, though, is a big reason why Harmon believes she’s the best choice to lead the community. “I do feel I have proven leadership on a lot of these issues we’re grappling with,” Harmon said. “Especially as we’re faced with the unprecedented health and economic challenges of COVID-19, I think that consistency in leadership, and a lot of the relationships I and the council have built, are going to be crucial.” But three SLO residents who disagree will be looking to take that leadership role from Harmon this November. Two of her challengers have made unsuccessful runs for office in the past: welder Don Hendrick and activist and publisher Sandra Marshall-Eminger. The other is downtown store owner Cherisse Sweeney, who emerged out of a coalition of local business owners and residents who’d grown dissatisfied with city leadership during COVID-19. Sweeney told New Times that she and her peers have found SLO’s communication and economic planning to be lacking throughout the crisis. Meanwhile, many businesses have either closed or “are hanging by a thread,” she said. “We all became increasingly frustrated with the lack of information that was being passed down from our leadership,” Sweeney said in a phone interview. “And we thought, ‘Well, let’s not complain about it. Let’s do something about it. Let’s try to find some good, qualified leadership that can help get us to this next phase.’” Sweeney—who owns Basalt Interiors on Higuera Street—and Abrianna Torres—a small-business consultant running for City Council—were the two contenders to come out of those discussions.

“It wasn’t even so much that our council wasn’t doing a good job. It was, ‘OK, tomorrow is going to be a new beginning,’” Sweeney explained. “If we’re going to be reactive to the economic circumstances that we’re in now, it’s already too late.” Harmon said that she wants to continue leading the city through its COVID-19 recovery and to help facilitate dialogue around race, diversity, and belonging that have intensified since the start of the George Floyd protests in early June. She said she also has unfinished work around climate action, housing, and sustainable transportation. “We need to trust that we’re in the middle of something we don’t know the outcome of—we’re in the messy middle, I’d call it,” Harmon said. “We want to do our best to meet the moment.” Harmon described SLO’s response to the pandemic as “nimble,” “flexible,” and “fluid.” She cited the city’s installation of parklets at downtown restaurants, its launching of a small-business grant program, and its redesign of streets to support an outdoor economy as examples of those efforts. “Actually, we’ve gotten a lot of good, positive feedback about our response to COVID,” Harmon said. “Obviously this is an unprecedented challenge that every city is dealing with.” She added that the city has assembled a team of staff members solely focused on the economic recovery. “We’ll be looking at everything through the lens of recovery from COVID,” Harmon said. “To expect perfection in an unprecedented situation like this is problematic.” But Sweeney maintained that the disconnect between the city and its businesses has been “nerve-wracking” and “created a lot of angst” for the downtown community. She believes that she can bring a more attuned perspective to the mayor’s office as both a business owner and a mother. “What I do think we’re lacking right now in this next phase for our city is it needs to be run like a business,” Sweeney said. “I think our budget and safety need to be our top priorities right now in order for everything else to fall into line.” Safety and cleanliness in the downtown

is a key focus for Sweeney. She said that she’s watched homelessness and drug abuse spiral out of control downtown— peaking during the COIVD-19 stay-athome orders. “I wouldn’t even let my kids walk into Mission Plaza by themselves because I didn’t feel like it was safe. I have to usher people out of the store often who wander in who are usually intoxicated or high. This was before COVID,” Sweeney said. “And during COVID, I was still going downtown every day and it was becoming increasingly more apparent what a problem it was. “We have a really bad drug problem in our city and our county,” she continued. “I’ve realized that the [drug and mental health treatment] resources are limited and they’re hard to get.” Sweeney’s concern for downtown safety and vitality recently collided with the Black Lives Matter movement. Basalt Interiors was one of the downtown businesses that boarded up in anticipation of a protest in early June. Sweeney said that she’s had contentious conversations with activists since. “For a lot of us, it had nothing to do with whether or not we were in support of this movement. It was a reaction to what we were seeing happening around our nation and surrounding cities and counties,” Sweeney said. “None of us knew what to expect. Everyone was trying to

preserve what we had left to be able to open back up.” Speaking on whether SLO has a racism problem, Sweeney said that “what’s really important is to first dissect and address and really look into where those instances occur, and then address it.” “Right now, a lot of people are making assumptions without getting the facts,” she said. “Let’s get the facts first, find out where it happens, how it’s happening, and come up with some smart solutions.” Harmon, who’s expressed support for the local movement, said that the turmoil surrounding the protests and the July arrest of organizer Tianna Arata has “unfortunately been used to sow more division in our community.” “Now that the charges [against Arata] are understood—and I’m grateful there are no felony charges—I’m truly hopeful that we can refocus on the bigger picture and recognize that this is an issue we have to step up to as a community,” Harmon said. “I would hope that the broader community of SLO agrees that we come from a shared desire to move through our community without fear and have that sense of belonging. “And the thing is, certain people don’t feel welcome here and that’s been made really, really clear.” Δ

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and counterprotests. Torres said she feels that there’s a lot of tension and a divide in the San Luis Obispo community. The local Black Lives Matter movement has been very emotional and overwhelming, Torres said. However, she added that she’s participated in meaningful conversations that are a direct result of what’s occurred in the community. “That’s what we want. We want to continue talking and making sure that all feel welcome and cared for and considered in the decisions that we’re making,” she said. The community needs leaders who can lead open dialogue with stability, empathy, and are ready to hear what others have to say, Torres said. “That doesn’t mean agree with what

others are going to say, but we can’t just shut them down. I feel like that’s what’s going on a lot. Someone says something that maybe isn’t in line with what someone believes, and all of a sudden we’re attacking that person for every other reason and we get off track of what our goal is,” she said. As Torres continues with her campaign for a seat on the SLO City Council, she said one of her priorities is leadership in diversity and inclusion. However, she believes the community is neglecting a lot of other issues right now, such as economic vitality, youth who are distance learning, and the impacts of COVID-19 on mental health. She said she doesn’t want previous priorities to get lost in the noise because she feels “race relations have been blown

out of proportion at the local level.” “A lot of people, I feel, are taking national issues and projecting them on San Luis Obispo. We have to look at the statistics and data from San Luis Obispo,” Torres said. At the end of the day, Torres said, she just wants the best for everyone in the community. “I have stepped up because I am a community member who has not felt heard, and I look around and there are a lot of others like me, so I’m doing what I can,” she said. “This is an opportunity for me to be a part of the solution.” Δ

debate ensued. Multiple voices were raised around multiple arguments, and I did not contribute mine, as I was asked to observe and was not a part of the central conflict,” the statement read. “My role is never to control or micromanage other organizers. I can tell you unequivocally that no donations were solicited, much less demanded, during this meeting. With a heightened profile in recent months, I now realize I am inextricably linked to R.A.C.E. Matters and cannot drop in on meetings without intention.”

Toward progress

The actions of businesses and the dialogue that followed nearly four months ago are now argument points at protests

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CHALLENGER Cherisse Sweeney, owner of the downtown store, Basalt Interiors, is one of three candidates running for mayor against incumbent Heidi Harmon.

INCUMBENT SLO Mayor Heidi Harmon is running for reelection. She’s seeking her third two-year term.

Assistant Editor Peter Johnson can be reached at pjohnson@newtimesslo.com.

Staff Writer Karen Garcia can be reached at kgarcia@newtimesslo.com.

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Keep OHVs out More families are using the beach in Oceano

ecently, at one of the South County Chambers of Commerce meetings, members seemed to be rallying in support of an individual member who claimed he had lost hundreds of thousands of dollars in business since the beaches were closed to off-highway vehicles (OHVs). Meanwhile, parking lots that usually had been nearly empty at the end of Pier Avenue in Oceano and Grand Avenue in Grover Beach are overflowing even on weekdays, as hundreds of people throng to beaches now that they are closed to vehicle use. In other words, vehicle use seems to deter families from using the beach. If a gang of thugs, drug dealers, and rapists hung out on the beach, families would probably stop going to the beach. Dealing drugs is a lucrative business, and the dealers do spend their money on nice things like fancy cars and eating out. If a gang of thugs, drug dealers, and rapists were somehow put out of business, would the Chambers of Commerce run to the aid of the thugs? Now, I’m not saying that OHV users are thugs, drug dealers, and rapists. In the old days, Pismo Beach was kind of a raunchy town, and driving on the beach was the “in” thing to do in Pismo. However, when Pismo Beach closed their vehicle ramp to the beach in the 1970s, the town changed. More tourists came and enjoyed what Pismo Beach had to offer. The number of visitor-serving facilities significantly increased. There are now attractions at all price ranges, and using the beach is free. Pismo Beach is a safe, vibrant beach town with visitor-

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serving activities throughout the year. People come for a certain activity and stay awhile, enjoying more than they thought they would. For example, come for a beach walk, discover the butterfly preserve, and stay for lunch. Enjoy a Dixieland music weekend and shop at the outlet center before leaving town. Come for a wedding and return for their anniversary. I could go on. Most of the people filling the parking lots to use the beach buy stuff, maybe just a snack, beach toys, or sunscreen at first. Knowing they can have a nice time at the beach, they probably will come back. They might stay for dinner and a show at the Great American Melodrama. Grover Beach has done a nice job highlighting the sidewalks on Grand Avenue between Fourth Street and the beach. Out-of-towners might browse in the shops on Grand Avenue— Ron’s Nursery, the bead shop, maybe buy some bread or pastries at Grover Beach Sourdough, catch lunch at The Rib Line or Station Grill, and watch the trains go by. They might try golf at the nine-hole course near Finn’s or maybe do a little wine tasting. Come to think of it, I have never seen an OHV rig parked near a business on Grand Avenue or anywhere near Sylvester’s in Oceano. I’ve only seen them buying gas before they make the beeline home to the valley. So let’s get real. OHV riding is not a coastal dependent activity. It is damaging to the fragile ecology of the dunes. Driving to the OHV riding area has made the beach unusable by people who want to just enjoy the beach. Would you let your kids play in traffic? There are many other

places in California where OHVers can ride and have a good time. Did it ever occur to the Chambers of Commerce that Oceano and Grover Beach could become more prosperous like Pismo with more people using the beach instead of supporting an activity that drives them away? ∆

pandemic killing hundreds of thousands of Americans because it’s not the federal government’s job. So yes sir, I’ve definitely had enough. And there is zero chance I will be voting Republican anytime soon. Christopher Hamma Arroyo Grande

Evelyn Delany gave her two cents from South SLO County. Write a response for publication by emailing a letter or commentary to letters@newtimesslo.com.

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Some wealthy, presumably white rancher has put up a hilarious yet disgusting billboard along Highway 101 south of Arroyo Grande. The billboard asks, “Had enough? Vote Republican.” Well sir, in fact, yes, I have had enough. I’ve had enough of a sociopathic, white supremacist, misogynist, moron pretending to be the president of the United States. I’ve had enough of thousands of families being destroyed in U.S.-run concentration camps along our southern border, which goes on to this very day. I’ve had enough of the shredding of every single environmental protection act, including the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act—which save human lives—in order to protect Big Oil’s profits. I’ve had enough of a treasonous, amoral, wannabe Mafia godfather/ emperor who has deliberately decided to destroy the U.S. Postal Service in order to suppress American citizens from voting. And I’ve had enough of an idiot who believes science is fake, who believes conspiracy theories are real, who’s happy to allow the 50 states to respond to a

Thank you for your recent article on Tianna Arata (“Protest symbol,” Aug. 27). I used to be proud of SLO. Now, I’m embarrassed. While the anti-racist outrage throughout the country (particularly here in SLO), is hopeful, I remain perplexed and disillusioned as more is learned about the arrest of Tianna Arata and the charges brought against her. What about charging the drivers who drove lethal weapons into the protesters as evidenced in posted videos? SLO Police Chief Deanna Cantrell is responsible for charges against Arata as well as the failure to charge the drivers. Meanwhile, SLO County District Attorney Dan Dow fiddles while the situation burns into national news. Further, Dow spoke on local (Tea Party) and national platforms proclaiming disdain for protesters, along with dismissing the governor’s mandate against large gatherings and public singing. He believes we are “commanded to sing praises to our Lord”—the most recent platform (Family Research Council) has been designated a hate group. Dow does not deserve the respect due to a public official and has endangered the health of SLO County. Personal religious and political beliefs should remain private. As a white woman of a “certain age,” I am more than embarrassed. I am outraged. Susan Pyburn San Luis Obispo LETTERS continued page 12

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Myth busting F eeling virtuous today? Before you answer, peruse some “everybody knows to be true” myths. Let’s start with President Franklin Roosevelt and his New Deal. We all “know” that he was a man of the people and his administration saved the economy. Well, if you were a Black American, not so much so. New Deal benefits, especially the agriculture portions, were specifically not available to Black farmers. Nor did those who served him in the White House do so well. Roosevelt made no effort to fairly compensate Black members of the White House staff nor did he make any effort to integrate the federal civil service or military. His Democrat predecessor, President Woodrow Wilson, an avowed racist, segregated both the civil service and the military, ousting thousands of Black civil servants from their posts. The military remained segregated until well after WWII, when President Harry Truman ordered desegregation of the military. It was Republican President Ronald Reagan who substantially increased low staff pay for White House domestic staff although five Democrat predecessors had opportunities to do so but declined to act. Roosevelt’s economic accomplishments were mediocre, with economic stagnation occurring until our massive industrial mobilization for WWII. Roosevelt wasn’t any kinder to JewishAmericans, making no effort to end religious discrimination in his nearly 13 years in office. He also refused to increase Jewish immigration into America during the Holocaust in Europe, actually turning away a ship of Jewish refugees at the outbreak of WWII. As for “Medicare” arriving with Roosevelt, that didn’t appear until the mid-1960s under President Lyndon Johnson. It’s a great program but remains in financial peril as ever more benefits are promised without the means to pay for them. Fast forward: “We all know” that four Minneapolis police officers asphyxiated George Floyd as he complained “I can’t breathe.” I saw the videos and was equally taken in. The autopsy report and toxicology report show something quite different. Floyd didn’t die from asphyxiation: He died from a drug overdose of fentanyl and methamphetamine, which shut his respiratory and circulatory systems down. Floyd was dying prior to being taken into custody, which was why he complained of breathing problems before being placed on the ground. The officers did no damage to his trachea, and finally, use of the knee on the neck is in the Minneapolis Police Department training manual. The officers apparently followed procedure, including calling twice for medical assistance. But why allow facts to get in the way of a summer of rioting? Let’s talk about climate hysteria, our national pastime. “We all know” sea levels are rising catastrophically and the melting

ice caps will flood our cities. We were told about the Pacific island of Tuvalu, which was being inundated, except it isn’t. While sea levels do rise (and fall) unequally around the globe, the geological process of accretion, which overpowers the erosion of sea level rise, has caused the land area of Tuvalu to increase by 2.9 percent even though sea levels around the island have increased at twice the global average. This is true in other locales as well (the Marshall Islands have seen total land area increase by 4 percent). As for the ice caps melting, they may melt (over the next 1,000 years), but from 1901 to 2010 seas levels rose 7.5 inches. They are expected to rise between 2.2 feet and 2.7 feet by 2100. We have plenty of time to adapt, using engineering and technology to mitigate effects. The climate will warm regardless of what we do, as our efforts are miniscule compared to the forces of nature. However, we are quite capable of bankrupting ourselves and inflicting massive poverty and misery throughout the world by taking the counsel of climate alarmists, especially those promulgated by corporate media. Deep thinking and scholarship is not a prerequisite for holding down a major media anchor slot.

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The climate will warm regardless of what we do, as our efforts are miniscule compared to the forces of nature. As for other climate myths, we’ve had more powerful and frequent hurricanes in the first half of the 20th century than now; the loss of life was more severe but the financial damage was less, due to less housing being built in vulnerable areas (coastal housing has increased 750 percent since 1903) and it was of lower value (fewer “McMansions” on the coast). So, too, with wildfires: It seems like more is burning but less acreage is being burned than in the early 20th century: 3 million to 7 million acres annually burned in the last 40 years versus an average of 39 million acres burned annually in the 1930s. As for our present heat wave, our meteorological records go back about 140 years, but heat and drought are part of our meteorological and geological history going back thousands of years. By the way, a 2015 scientific study documented that cold kills 17 people for every death from heat. Selling fear is what the media does well, but for sound answers and some peace of mind I suggest you read two recent books: False Alarm: How Climate Change Panic Costs us Trillions, Hurts the Poor and Fails to Fix the Planet by Bjorn Lomberg and Apocalypse Never: Why Environmental Alarmism Hurts Us All by Michael Shellenberger. Both are distinguished authors and globally recognized for their accomplishments. ∆ Al Fonzi had a 35-year military career, serving in both the Vietnam and Iraq wars. Respond with a letter to the editor emailed to letters@newtimesslo.com.

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Shameless W ouldn’t you know it? Politicians have come up with yet another way to raise money this year. You can gift it to them for their birthdays! Just like grandma used to do. San Luis Obispo District Attorney Dan Dow—who will stay comfortably seated in his pastor’s throne until he’s up for election again in 2022—turned 50 on Sept. 4. His self-titled No. 1 Fan, wife Wendy Dow, took the opportunity for a little shameless promotion! “Dan is 50 today! This is Wendy, will you wish Dan a Happy Birthday and support his re-election by making a quick safe and secure donation today?” she posted on his Facebook page with a link to his fundraising site. “On Dan Dow’s 50th birthday say I stand with DA Dan Dow.” I definitely do not stand with Dan Dow. They won’t even let me in a church! Can you believe it? Don’t worry, I found another way to tell SLO County’s favorite God-fearing DA happy birthday! It came in the form of an Instagram post from Black Lives Matter Community Action, @blmcaslo. “Happy Birthday Dan Dow” the post read. “For your 50th birthday we would like to gift you 50 new voters … that will vote you out of office.” That post came with a link for people to register to vote.

Now that’s a gift, amirite? Brilliant! Imagine if every protester out on the street and the people behind every angry social media post, like, or scroll registered to vote and actually voted in local elections. Remember 2018, when 4th District Supervisor Lynn Compton squeaked by her opponent by less than 100 votes? Your vote does matter. And anyone who tells you different is an idiot—100 percent. Don’t be an idiot by not doing something about the idiots you continue to bitch and protest about. Do something about it. Vote. However, just hang on to that anger because Dow and his law enforcement partner SLO County Sheriff Ian Parkinson still have two more years! Don’t forget to vote in 2022! So. Full confession. It’s not just Republicans who are shameless in their fundraising efforts. Everyone’s favorite love-her-or-hate-her progressive SLO Mayor Heidi Harmon jumped on that bandwagon. I got an email telling me her 51st birthday was on the way and I just had to sign the card! “This is your last chance to sign Mayor Heidi’s card before we send it to her—add your name now as part of our special

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sure exactly where it would be written in the SLO Police Department training manual, but it seems like when a not-legalfor-civilian-use, fully loaded Glock 42 is floating around somewhere in the ether, putting out a BOLO (be on the lookout) about it would be pretty high on the todo list. Turns out, it was very low on SLOPD’s priority list on July 19, 2019, as was doing things by the book—and some SLO County Sheriff’s Office deputies were not surprised at all. Deputies responded to assist the SLOPD’s warrantless search of Vanessa Bedroni and Cheyne Orndoff’s home, which is outside of city limits. The couple was later charged with felony child endangerment. Bedroni’s attorney filed a motion with the court to suppress SLOPD evidence found in that search. A court brief included conversations between sheriff’s staffers that took place that day. “I’ve dealt with the SLOPD enough to know that whatever they’re telling me, only a fraction of it is going to be correct,” a watch commander said. “They have a really bad habit of not vetting stuff all the way through,” a deputy chief responded. If that isn’t an indictment of the chief who sets department tone, then I don’t know what is. Cantrell is leaving a mess in her wake and shouldn’t let the door hit her ass on the way out. ∆ The Shredder bids Fairfield good luck. Send comments to shredder@newtimesslo.com.

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The Land Conservancy and History Center of San Luis Obispo County are co-hosting a virtual tour of the Octagon Barn on the fourth Thursday of each month. The next entry in this Zoom series is Thursday, Sept. 24, from 4 to 4:30 p.m. Admission to the tour is $5. Call (805) 544-9096 or visit historycenterslo.org to find out more. —Caleb Wiseblood PHOTO COURTESY OF HISTORY CENTER OF SLO COUNTY

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OUT ON A WHIM Whimsical and unique artwork

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BOOK SIGNING: MICHAEL CORBIN RAY AND THERESE VANNIER Their new book was inspired by the true story of a major U.S. Navy disaster off the coast of California nearly a century ago, in which seven ships and nearly two dozen sailors were lost in a single night. Sept. 12, 1-3 p.m. 805-772-2880. coalescebookstore.com. Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay.

CAMBRIA CENTER FOR THE ARTS ONLINE: TAMING THE RESTLESS MIND A virtual exhibit. These featured artists for September bring works of abstraction. Deborah Pepin works with pastels, oils, and cold wax to create what she calls her doodles. Marvin Sosna, now 93, will be exhibiting abstracts. MondaysSundays, Sept. 11, Sept. 12, Sept. 13, Sept. 18, Sept. 19 and Sept. 20. through Sept. 27 Free. cambriacenterforthearts.org. Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria.

FEATURED ARTIST: GREGORY SIRAGUSA “Photography is an opportunity to marvel at all the beauty in the world. Birds, sunsets, mountains, oceans, each offers a journey into the sublime,” the photographer said. Through Sept. 29, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

FEATURED ARTISTS: BENJAMIN EDMISTON AND SAMUEL T. ADAMS A duo show for the month of September. Through Oct. 1 Left Field Gallery, 1036 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos, 805-305-9292, leftfieldgallery.com.

FEATURED ARTISTS: TERRY GARVIN AND KAREN PETERSON An exhibit of fine art photography. Garvin says, “Art is important. It can relax, inspire, transform, elate, more. My hope is that you have art in your life,” while Peterson’s images showcase her love for the Central Coast. Through Sept. 29, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

MORRO BAY ART ASSOCIATION: PERSPECTIVES MBAA presents this exhibit, which explores how perspective gives a three-dimensional feeling to a flat surface, using various artistic strategies in various mediums; textile, encaustic, mixed media, oil, watercolor, acrylic, and photography. Sept. 17-Nov. 2, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org.

from Larry Le Brane. Sept. 17-Nov. 2 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

THE REBOOT: STORYTELLING REIMAGINED ON ZOOM Now live on Zoom. A curated mix of invited storytellers and open mic for novice storytellers. Spoken word, improv, character sketches and interactive games. Third Friday of every month, 7-8 p.m. Free. 805-772-9225. facebook.com/topdogcoffeebar/. Top Dog Coffee Bar, 857 Main St., Morro Bay.

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FREE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ART CLASSES (ONLINE) Check the foundation’s site for various classes offered, for ages 5 to 18. Through Oct. 31 Paso Robles Youth Arts Foundation, 3201 Spring St., Paso Robles, 805-238-5825, pryaf.org.

INTRODUCING ENCAUSTICS Encaustic workshop that provides an intro to basic techniques. Taught by Vicky Hoffman. All supplies included. To register and prepay, contact vicky@vickyhoffman.com Sept. 19, 1-4 p.m. $75. 310-993-1732. Marie A Ramey, 7460 Pinal Ave, Atascadero. STUDIOS ON THE PARK: ONLINE CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS Check site for a variety of virtual classes and workshops online. ongoing studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, 805-238-9800.

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BRUSHSTROKES 2020 Brushstrokes 2020 is a digital exhibition featuring 42 paintings by members of The Painters Group, an affiliated artist group of SLOMA, and members of Art Center Morro Bay. Artists explore a variety of subject matter, from portraits of loved ones and animals to serene landscapes. Through

Sept. 27 Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/exhibition/ brushstrokes-2020/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

meeting links. Second Thursday of every month Free to guest. slocameraclub.org/home.shtml. SLO Guild Hall, 2880 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, 805-543-0639.

CALIFORNIA SCULPTURE SLAM 2020 California

SLOMA: WEEKLY ART PROJECTS Kids can enjoy new activities from home (posted online every Monday). Mondays sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, 543-8562.

Sculpture SLAM showcases current works by established and up-and-coming California sculptors. The exhibition’s goal is to provide a platform for a wide variety of concepts and materials. Exhibition slideshow online. Through Sept. 27 Free. 805-543-8562. sloma. org/exhibition/slam-2020/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

DIGITAL EXHIBITION: TERMINALLY OPTIMISTIC-THE PRINTS OF RACHAEL WINN YON This retrospective exhibition explores the prints of Rachael Winn Yon, who was joyous, adventurous, curious, and energetic. Her large personality is reflected in her prints, with playful imagery and imaginative scenes. You can view this digital exhibition at SLOMA.org. MondaysSundays. through Sept. 27 Free. sloma.org/exhibition/ terminally-optimistic/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, 543-8562.

THE INTERMISSION SHOW This brisk 8- to 10-minute show is set up like a socially distanced talk show with SLO Rep’s Managing Artistic Director Kevin Harris at the helm, clad in a tacky suit and tie with a faux alcoholic drink nearby. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 3 p.m. San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo, 805-786-2440, slorep.org/.

RAYTOONS ONLINE CLASSES: CARTOONING, VIDEO GAME DESIGN, AND CREATIVE WRITING Raytoons will be having online classes this fall in Cartooning, Video Game Creation, Comic Book Making, 2D Animation, Claymation, Creative Writing, and more. Available through the Outschool Online School. MondaysThursdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. through Sept. 21 $10. 805-546-3132. outschool.com. Zoom, Online, Inquire for Zoom ID.

SLO CAMERA CLUB Online Zoom meetings and competitions. Everyone is welcome. Visit site for

New Times and the Sun now share their community listings for a complete Central Coast calendar running from SLO County through northern Santa Barbara County. Submit events online by logging in with your Google, Facebook, or Twitter account at newtimesslo.com. You may also email calendar@ newtimesslo.com. Deadline is one week before the issue date on Thursdays. Submissions are subject to editing and approval. Contact Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood directly at cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com.

INDEX Arts ............................[15] Culture & Lifestyle.......[16] Food & Drink..............[18] Music .........................[18]

VIRTUAL ART GALLERY Every Friday, we publish our Virtual Art Gallery to our blog and newsletter. Featuring artworks from customers and the community. Fridays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo. wordpress.com/category/gallery-exhibits/virtualgallery/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

VIRTUAL STUDENT EXHIBITION This year, the Cuesta College Harold J Miossi Student Exhibition went online. View student work, including the Salon des Refuses, on the website. Mondays-Sundays hjmgallery2020studentshow.org/. Harold J. Miossi Gallery, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo, 805-546-3202.

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MIXED MEDIA WORKSHOP FOR ADULTS Each week we will combine two or more mediums in several pieces. We will work with watercolor, acrylic, ink, pastels, charcoal, as well as various printmaking techniques in the course of a month. Maximum of 5 guests. Pre-registration and masks required. Mondays, Wednesdays, 1:30-3 p.m. $25. 805-668-2125. lila. community. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. suite 101, Arroyo Grande.

MIXED MEDIA WORKSHOP FOR AGES 5-6 Each week students will have the opportunity to use two mediums while exploring the Elements of Art. Maximum 5 students. Masks are required. Pre-registration required. Mondays, 3:15-4:15 p.m. $20. 805-668-2125. lila.community. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. suite 101, Arroyo Grande.

MIXED MEDIA WORKSHOP FOR AGES 7-12 Each week students will have the opportunity to use two mediums while emphasizing an Element of Art and a Principle of Design. Maximum of 5 students. Preregistration and masks required. Tuesdays, 3:15-4:15 p.m. $20. 805-668-2125. lila.community. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. suite 101, Arroyo Grande.

SUMMER DATE NIGHTS WITH THE CLARK CENTER: ONLINE A weekly online performance series. Look for it on the Clark Center’s YouTube Channel and Facebook page. Donations will be split between

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CENTRAL COAST SUMMER SLIM DOWN A 12week program. Shed those extra pounds and learn which foods work with your unique body. ongoing, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Call for price and schedule. 805-2357978. gratefulbodyhealthcoaching. com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

be located between the library and parking structure. Toiletries provided. Sundays, 1-3 p.m. Free. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

LITERACY FOR LIFE TUTOR TRAINING Literacy For Life has a San Luis Obispo countywide need for tutors. Work one-on-one with non-literate adults learning to read, write, and speak English. If you are interested in attending the training but need help with using Zoom, please email assistant@literacyforlifeslo.org. Both sessions are required. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. through Sept. 19 805-541-4219. literacyforlifeslo.org/ become-a-tutor.php. Zoom, Online, Inquire for Zoom ID. MEDITATION, BREATHWORK, AND GRATITUDE PRACTICE: LIVE ON ZOOM This class will support you and help you stay vital during these uncertain times. Practices include breathing techniques to calm the nervous system, guided meditation for balanced relaxation, mantra practice to calm the mind, and tips PHOTO COURTESY OF WINE, WOMEN, AND SHOES

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Point San Luis Lighthouse Vi ual Tour WEDNESDAYS, SEPT. 16, 23, 30 Point San Luis Lighthouse

of adult and youth classes. Instructor has more than 35 years of experience. Offering Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, MMA, and Self-Defense classes. Mondays-Saturdays, 7 a.m.-8 p.m. through Dec. 31 Call for details. 805701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

TAI CHI AND QI GONG: ZEN IN MOTION Small group classes with 2019 Tai Chi Instructor of the Year. Call for time and days. Learn the Shaolin Water Style and 5 Animals Qi Gong. Beginners welcomed. Mondays, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Call for price details. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts. com. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

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Wine, Women, and Shoes, an annual fundraiser to benefit RISE, goes virtual this year and will take place on Sunday, Sept. 13, at 1 p.m.. The live broadcast will include a fashion show, silent and live auctions, and more. Attendees have the option to purchase a “Watch Party” package (pictured), which includes wine and other goodies to enjoy while watching the show. Visit winewomenandshoes.com to find out more. —C.W.

fundraising for the Charles Paddock Zoo by dancing on the 11th Annual Dancing with Our Stars presented by the Friends of the Atascadero Library. Sept. 17-19, 5:30-10 p.m. charlespaddockzoo.org. Charles Paddock Zoo, 9100 Morro Rd., Atascadero.

“Socially Distanced” High Tea on the Blue Deck FRI, SAT, SUN, SEPT. 25, 26, 27 Los Osos/SLO Master Chorale

Bang Muay Thai Seminar w/Sensei Duane Ludwig SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Sleeping Tiger Fitness

Hot Bu ered Rum with The Dales and Abby and the Myth SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Tiny Porch Conce s

KRAZY DAZE SIDEWALK SALES Sept. 18, 10 a.m. and Sept. 19, 10 a.m. No admission. 805-238-4103. pasoroblesdowntown.org/. Downtown Paso Robles Shopping Core, 12th and Park Streets, Paso Robles. NAR-ANON: FRIDAY MEETINGS A meeting for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction of a loved one. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. Free. 805-221-5523. North County Connection, 8600 Atascadero Ave., Atascadero.

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Cass Wine Seminar: The Evolution of Rosé SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 Cass Winery, Paso Robles

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support group for those who are affected by someone else’s addiction. Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. naranoncentralca. org/meetings/meeting-list/. The Redeemer Lutheran Church, 4500 El Camino Real, Atascadero, 805-2215523.

POP-UP DRIVE-IN The businesses at Colony Square would like to invite you down to a Pop-Up Drive-In Movie where we can provide you with donuts, popcorn or brews directly to your car during the film. Thursdays, 8:15 p.m. $11-$20. my805tix.com. Colony Square, 6909 El Camino Real, Atascadero. SAN LUIS OBISPO

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Patriot Cruise of San Luis Bay SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 Point San Luis Lighthouse

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solution to ocean pollution during Coastal Cleanup Month. Want to keep our beaches and creeks clean and stop marine debris from entering the ocean? Clean up your neighborhood anytime during Coastal Cleanup Month and you’ll make a difference for the coast. Saturdays. through Sept. 26 805-884-0459. exploreecology.org/coastal-cleanup-day/. County-Wide, Artists Throughout SLO County, San Luis Obispo.

COMPLIMENTARY OUTDOOR YOGA CLASSES Hotel San Luis Obispo, Piazza Hospitality’s first property on California’s scenic Central Coast, is now offering complimentary outdoor yoga classes on its rooftop terrace. Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays, 8 a.m.-noon $10-$15 donation suggested. 805-235-0700. hotel-slo. com. Hotel San Luis Obispo, 877 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

COMPLIMENTARY SHOWERS WITH SHOWER THE PEOPLE After a short hiatus, the San Luis Obispo Library will once again be partnering with local non-profit organization, Shower the People. The shower trailer will

to help you cultivate and maintain a home practice. Wednesdays, 12-12:45 p.m. through Sept. 16 $10 for SLO Botanical Garden members/$15 for non-members. 805-540-1762. eventbrite.com. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.

MINDFULNESS IN THE DALLIDET GARDENS Mindfulness is a type of meditation without dogma that is simple and suitable for anyone. Engage your senses-sound, sight, touch--by sitting, walking and exploring in silent contemplation. Tuesdays, 9-10:30 a.m. through Sept. 29 $15. 805-543-0638. historycenterslo.org/ mindful.html. Dallidet Adobe and Gardens, 1185 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY CLASSES FOR SENIORS Have you heard the phrase, “Sitting is the new smoking”? Cuesta College’s Emeritus exercise program, taught by Doris Lance, is offering a 45-minute class of stretching, balance, and cardiovascular fitness three days a week available to seniors. Tuesdays-Thursdays, 9-9:45 a.m. through Dec. 18 Free. 805-546-3942. cuesta.edu. Zoom, Online, Inquire for Zoom ID.

SLO NOONTIME TOASTMASTERS CLUB MEETINGS Want to improve speaking and leadership skills in a supportive and positive environment? During COVID, we are meeting virtually. Contact us to get a meeting link for info. Tuesdays, 12-1 p.m. Free. slonoontime.toastmastersclubs.org. Zoom, Online, Inquire for Zoom ID.

TOWARD A MOMENT OF RECKONING: UNDERSTANDING THE HISTORY OF LOCAL AND NATIONAL RACIAL VIOLENCE Structural racism and the racial tensions that accompany it affect our community just as they affect our nation. Join Dr. Leola Dublin Macmillan as she provides her own perspective as both a Black woman and as a scholar of race in America. Sept. 11, 5:30 p.m. Free. 805-543-0638. historycenterslo.org/lecture. History Center of San Luis Obispo County, 696 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

VIRTUAL 28TH ANNUAL WIGGLE WAGGLE WALK FOR WOODS AND 5K Woods Humane Society’s annual Wiggle Waggle Walk is going virtual this year and anyone, anywhere can participate. Participants can walk, run, kayak, hike, bike or stroll. All proceeds benefit homeless dogs and cats at Woods. Through Oct. 31 $25. 805-543-9316. woodshumane.org/walk2020. Woods

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BIRD IS THE WORD

The Morro Coast Audubon Society presents Birds of a Feather Flock Together, a virtual community program, on Monday, Sept. 21, from 7 to 8 p.m. This meeting, hosted by guest speaker Jessica Griffiths, is part of MCAS’s monthly Zoom series. Admission is free. Call (805) 772-1991 or visit morrocoastaudubon.org for the Zoom link and more info. —C.W. SAN LUIS OBISPO

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VIRTUAL TOUR OF THE JACK HOUSE Public virtual tours via Zoom of the famous Jack House of San Luis Obispo. Access to the house is extremely limited and this is your best opportunity to get the inside view. Thursdays, 2 p.m. $5 suggested. 805-543-0638. historycenterslo.org/jack-tour.html. Zoom, Online, Inquire for Zoom ID.

VOLUNTEER SOLAR INSTALLER TRAINING WEBINAR WITH SUNWORK Learn the basics of installing rooftop solar energy systems by volunteering with SunWork. This 3-hour online event teaches the basics of rooftop solar, electricity, and safety. After completing the training, you are eligible to join us to install residential solar systems in our community. Sept. 12, 9 a.m.-noon Free. 805-229-1250. eventbrite.com. Zoom, Online, Inquire for Zoom ID.

WINE, WOMEN, AND SHOES WITH RISE Join us for an afternoon of fine wines from across the Central Coast — an online boutique shopping experience, raffles, auctions, and more. Get ready for an afternoon of fun and philanthropy, this year from the comfort of your home. Sept. 13 Free. winewomenandshoes.com/rise. Zoom, Online, Inquire for Zoom ID.

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METABOLIC CONDITIONING We use primarily our own body weight in this interval training class to run through exercises and drills to raise the heart rate, condition our muscles, and stay flexible. This advanced class also incorporates hand weights and sand bags, if you have them. Mondays-Thursdays, 8:15-9:15 a.m. $72. 415-5165214. ae.slcusd.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

POINT SAN LUIS LIGHTHOUSE VIRTUAL TOUR Zoom with a docent on a virtual tour of the Point San Luis Light Station. Travel back in time to 1890, delve into the history of the light station, and see all the places you’d see on an in-person tour, plus more. Wednesdays, 2-3 p.m. $10. 805-540-5771. pointsanluislighthouse.org/. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.

SUNSET PHOTO SHOOT An evening for photographers and enthusiasts to come to the station and take sunset photos. A perfect place for photographers to come snap shots of beautiful San Luis Bay, the setting sun, and other picturesque views such as the breakwater and whalers island. Sept. 11, 5:45-9 p.m. $40. my805tix.com. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach. SWIM LESSONS Call or go online for full schedule and to pre-register. Mondays-Thursdays Member $130; Nonmember $160. 805-481-6399. 5citiesswimschool.com. 5 Cities Swim School, 425 Traffic Way, Arroyo Grande.

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MORRO BAY FARMERS MARKET A delightful mix of local farm fresh products, baked goods, crafts, and more. Saturdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m. 805-824-7383. Morro Bay Main Street Farmers Market, Main Street and Morro Bay Boulevard, Morro Bay, facebook.com/ MorroBayMainStreetFarmersMarket/.

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BRUNCH IS BACK Celebrate the second Sunday of the month with brunch. Enjoy a two-hour cruise on the waterfront. Features fresh coffee, pastries, and more. Second Sunday of every month, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $50. 805-772-2128. chabliscruises.com. Chablis Cruises, 1205 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.

VIRTUAL WINE TASTING PACKAGES AT CASS WINERY Wine by the glass and bottles are also available for purchase. Check site for specific virtual tasting packages. ongoing Free. 805-239-1730. casswines.com/. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

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SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts more than 60 vendors. Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 325 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.

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ARROYO GRANDE FARMERS MARKET Saturdays, 12-2:25 p.m. Arroyo Grande Farmers Market, Olohan Alley, Arroyo Grande.

NINTH ANNUAL EMPTY BOWLS Patrons who purchase tickets online will have three separate dates and locations to pick up (and pick out) bowls handcrafted by local artisans. And in an effort to support local businesses, ticket-buyers will receive a coupon good for a bowl of soup from one of the participating restaurants. Sept. 12 and Sept. 19 805-574-1638. 5CHC.org. Trilogy at Monarch Dunes, 1640 Trilogy Pkwy, Nipomo. S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

PRESQU’ILE WINERY: RESERVATIONS ONLY Call or go online to make a reservation (reservations open to the public starting June 6). ongoing Presqu’ile Winery, 5391 Presqu’ile Dr., Santa Maria, 805-937-8110, presquilewine.com.

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LIVE MUSIC AND GOURMET PIZZA FRIDAYS Enjoy an evening outdoors filled with gourmet pizza and live music every Friday. Dig into your own personal woodfired pizza, garden or pasta salad, and a non-alcoholic beverage for a flat rate or just order a personal pizza on the side. Fridays, 5-7:30 p.m. through Nov. 20 $10-$15. 805-927-4200. cambriapineslodge.com/onsite. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria.

VIRTUAL HAPPY HOUR: LIVE MUSIC BY RACHEL SANTA CRUZ Live music streamed every Wednesday from the Schooners Deck. Tune into our virtual happy to hear some great music and watch the sunset. Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. Schooners, 171 North Ocean Ave, Cayucos, 805-995-3883, schoonerscayucos.com.

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SATURDAY IN THE PARK: VIRTUAL CONCERT SERIES Concerts will be available to stream for free through YouTube. Upcoming acts include Chad Land Band (Sept. 5), Rockin’ Bs Band (Sept. 19), and Ghost/ Monster (Oct. 3). Saturdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Free admission. atascadero.org/youtube. Atascadero Lake Park, 9305 Pismo Ave., Atascadero, 461-5000.

WINE DOWN WEDNESDAYS: VIRTUAL MUSIC SERIES Follow the venue’s Facebook page for a virtual series of music, wine tasting, and education. Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. Free. facebook.com/ vinaroblesamphitheatre/. Vina Robles Amphitheatre, 3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles, 805-286-3680.

A WOMAN ON BROADWAY Hosted by CASS Winery and SloOpera, a fabulous concert in the vines featuring the talent of Skye Privat and Susan Davies. Sept. 13, 6 p.m. my805tix.com. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805.239.1730. SAN LUIS OBISPO

CAL POLY ARTS VIRTUAL MUSICAL SERIES: A KILLER PARTY A collaboration between more than 50 Broadway professionals all working together remotely. A 9-part musical. Wednesdays $12.99 for complete series. akillerpartymusical.com/cal-poly-arts. Spanos Theatre, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7113.

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SANTA MARIA PHILHARMONIC: SOUNDCLOUD Features recordings of the Mozart Sinfonia from the Philharmonic’s last live concert and other recordings. ongoing Free. smphilharmonic.org. Soundcloud (Santa Maria Philharmonic), Online, Santa Maria. ∆

Music

So Not Starkey

BY CAMILLIA LANHAM

Get out of your funk Listen to some recently released albums to forget about your latest apocalypse 2020 feelings

ot to be depressing, but it’s hard not to be intermittently depressed. With more fires smoking California out due to a second record heat wave in less than a month, a renewed healthy fear of the great outdoors, plus COVID-19 keeping all of the fun indoor stuff shut up tight, what the hell are we supposed to distract ourselves with? Music. Well, new music, to be precise. The first thing I did when I got to work this morning—Sept. 9—was cue Up in the Air’s newest project, Still Out There, available for download from Bandcamp. The Santa Margarita-based seven-member band’s sound is a blend of folk, pop, Dixieland, bluegrass, Latin, and worldbeat. A sweet bluegrassy guitar twang on the album’s first track, “Let’s Throw Time Away,” temporarily pulled me out of my funk. “Let’s throw the time away/And we can stay all day … just like a child at play,” the chorus croons. “Let’s throw the time away/ And we can stay all day … And it’ll be okay.” Up in the Air vocalist, string guitarist, and keyboardist John Beccia said they finished the album in March, prepandemic. But perhaps it has a thing or two to teach us now. Everything will be OK. Healing and recovery take time. But there’s always time to play—to throw the time away. To gently sway with a sweet melody as you type away on a keyboard. The band’s 14th project is simultaneously a look toward where they’re going and where they’ve been, reflecting on changes and challenges over the course of 12 tracks. Formed in the early 1980s, Beccia said they are one of the longest running bands in SLO County and they perform mostly original material. Beccia said they finished up this last project in time for a series of summer concerts that the pandemic halted.

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But out of the album’s 10 songs, the third track, “Turnaround,” is LaPointe’s personal favorite—at least at the moment, she added. “This song came together just right. It’s atmospheric and has lots of layers,” she said of the song, which features a guest saxophone solo from San Luis Obispo-based musician Laura Foxx, who LaPointe described as a “woodwind powerhouse.”

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THE NEW GUY After a six-month wait, Santa Margarita-based Up in the Air announced its 14th project, Still Out There, which was completed in March.

“Being a group of musicians who do not depend on music for a livelihood, we feel we did and do not what to compete in any way with those who are making their living making music, so we have just sat on the project to this point, just giving CDs to a handful of friends and family,” Beccia said. Available on Bandcamp, Beccia said the band is entitled to 200 free downloads per month. So, if you aren’t able to download it, he said just wait until the first of the month and try again. You know what else can pull you out of a funk? An Americana album that comes with a coffee-table book and a nightlight. Lompoc-based Americana act Angie and the Nightmares—singersongwriter Angeline LaPointe, guitarist and backing vocalist Aaron France, and banjoist and drummer Sean “Doc” Campbell—released Girl Talk in August. You can purchase the 10-track digital album off Bandcamp for $7. An extra $3

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HERE COMES THE NIGHTLIGHT Angie and the Nightmares’ new album, Girl Talk, comes with a uniquely designed coffee table book that also functions as nightlight. Bandleader Angelina LaPointe described the compilation piece as a miniature music festival.

will add a uniquely designed artist’s book to that order. It unfolds like a miniature tent and comes with a small LED light to hang from the center. LaPointe told Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood that she chose the tent shape in part to invoke memories of camping at outdoor music festivals such as Live Oak. “I wanted the album to come with an object. Vinyl production is out of our price range, and CDs can feel like an afterthought; so we landed on this. It literally and figuratively adds a little light to your personal space,” she said. “It’s like a tiny little concert venue for solo music listeners—which, let’s face it, is nearly all of us these days.” That nightlight was inspired by the flashlight-lit pillow forts of La Pointe’s childhood, which provides counterbalance to themes of adulthood laced throughout the album, which the group recorded with producer Jon Bartel at Northwall Studio in Atascadero. The title song, “Girl Talk,” explores the complexities of growing up and “processing the harsh, beautiful realities of life and love,” LaPointe said.

Catch Michael Nowak and Orchestra Novo on Sept. 12 for How Music Tells a Story, A Concert for Families, a special never-seen-before archived video presented by the Clark Center for the Performing Arts. Orchestra Novo’s purpose is to nourish and inspire the community through the co-creation and shared experience of orchestral and chamber music that deepens connections between people, the world, and themselves. Maestro Michael Nowak crafted “a playful and imaginative constellation of musical selections,” according to the Clark Center’s blurb about the event. The concert will include audience participation in “Guess the Story”; the “Hep Cat Symphony,” a classic cartoon created in the 1940s Noveltoons period; and “Peter & The Wolf,” of course! Catch the show at youtube.com/user/ clarkperfarts or on the Clark Center’s Facebook page @ClarkCenter. Donations will be split evenly between Orchestra Novo and the Clark Center. The city of Atascadero continues its Saturday in the Park concert series remotely, and on Sept. 12, you can check out roots rocker Duclie Taylor from 6 to 7 p.m. on KPRL 1230AM and from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on the city’s Facebook page @atascaderorecreation and YouTube channel. ∆ Editor Camillia Lanham wants you to know that Glen Starkey will be back next week. Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood contributed to this column. Email complaints to gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

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Art Center Morro Bay’s new exhibit showcases sculptures by Larry Le Brane

The Morro Bay Art Association presents Out on a Whim, a new multimedia exhibition highlighting works by local artist Larry Le Brane, which opens on Sept. 17 and is scheduled to run through Nov. 2. Described as imaginative, whimsical, and unique in press materials, the exhibit highlights Le Brane’s blending of traditional art media with found objects—such as repurposed shoes and musical instruments. “My current stiletto creations are suggestive, provocative, curvy forms combined with themes that fulfill flights of footwear fantasies,” Le Brane said in a press release, discussing one of his featured shoe sculptures. “It’s so fun to watch guests circle around the high heels, trying to figure out, ‘What is that, and what was he thinking of?’ “One of my favorite reactions was a young kid who pointed at my shoe sculpture and asked, ‘Hey Mom, is that art?’” Le Brane added. According to the release, Art Center Morro Bay is following proper safety protocols in order for the exhibit to be open to the public. Due to such precautions, no opening reception for the exhibit will be held. The gallery is open Thursday through Monday, from noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Call (805) 772-2504 or visit artcentermorrobay.org for more info on Out on a Whim. The venue is located at 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

ARTS Obispo launches Virtual Open Studios Art Tour

Starting Sept. 22, ARTS Obispo will premiere its Virtual Open Studios Art Tour, a new website to showcase artworks by nearly 100 different local artists and artisans. Previews and participating artist announcements can be found on ARTS Obispo’s Facebook page (facebook.com/artsobispo). Until in-person Art After Dark events can safely resume, ARTS Obispo will also hold its Virtual Art After Dark on the first Friday of every month. Those who wish to submit their own artworks for consideration can send it in a direct message through Arts Obispo’s Facebook page (deadline is before 5:30 p.m. on the day of). “As much as in-person art experiences are ideal, there are some advantages to the virtual editions. When we post your image here, it’s seen by a wider audience than it would be if it were hung in a cafe; you reach more people and people outside of your area,” a recent post on the Facebook page reads. ∆ —Caleb Wiseblood

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Gallery

BY GLEN STARKEY

Poetic paintings Marvin Sosna displays abstract works in Cambria

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f Marvin Sosna’s name sounds familiar, it might be because you’ve read one of his many books, or maybe an article in a newspaper or periodical, or perhaps a poem or three. Sosna, 93, spent 40 years in journalism as a reporter and editor of daily and weekly papers in New Jersey and California. He spent 30 years teaching journalism at California universities, including Cal Poly. For the past 20 years, he’s been writing books, a play, and six volumes of poetry. His fictional work Brandon’s Trail (2006) is about a hike along the John Muir Trail, which Sosna himself completed. Greece (2015) is a published journal of photos, stories, and poems about Greece. The Music of Composer G. Tautenhahn (2014) is a nonfiction work about the famed avant-garde composer. Perhaps most interestingly, The Double Double Cross (2017) is a work of fiction Sosna wrote in 1949 that was discovered in a storage locker and published on the author’s 90th birthday. Lately he’s been painting up a storm of color and lively brushwork, creating works he’ll display through Sept. 27 at the Cambria Center for the Arts Gallery in a shared show called Taming the Restless Mind, which also includes the Central Valley artist Deborah Pepin. You can view the show remotely at cambriacenterforthearts.org/gallery. “I started painting in 1949,” Sosna explained via email. “A community center in my hometown, Perth Amboy, New Jersey, started a painting group as an activity, and I figured it would be a place to meet girls. I did one still life of a pitcher and a cup, I guess you’d call it impressionist, and I liked it more than I liked any of the girls. “Off and on afterward, I painted as the opportunity occurred, in adult education courses in cities where I lived. Then in 1963, I became the editor of the Conejo News that quickly became the News Chronicle in Thousand Oaks, and there was no time for anything else. But it never left my mind. When my wife and I moved to Morro Bay in 1991, a studio easel that I’d acquired and not used went with us, and in 2007 when I stopped teaching journalism at Cal Poly, I decided that now there was ‘time for anything else,’ so I bought a bunch of canvases and a batch of acrylics, and that was that.” Sosna lists Willem de Kooning, Richard Diebenkorn, and Sam Francis as his influences. “I am self-taught but have had absentee tutors,” Sosna explained in his artist’s bio. “In museums where I approached their works from a distance, then grew near, followed their brushstrokes, saw their intelligence, mastery of their media.” Also from his bio, he mentioned he’s drawn to abstract expressionism because it offers “a vast horizon where intellect and emotion merge into a single entity free of restraint.” “Indeed, abstraction appeals to me because it frees me to do whatever I want and viewers to react as they will,” Sosna added. “I’ve listened as they comment to my work, some see objects or people, others see landscapes, oceans. One viewer saw ‘accidentals,’ unexpected brush

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‘GARDEN PARTY’ “The name came with the last brush stroke that said, ‘This is a happy place full of sunshine and bright color, a garden party,’” Sosna explained. “I painted it specifically for the show because most of my paintings are large and I needed some smaller pieces. It’s the last painting in the show.”

‘BIENVENUE’ “It means ‘Welcome,’” Sosna said. “It beckons people to enter through the curtain of time to a place they do not know. It’s the first painting in the show. It’s not for sale, hangs in my own gallery at home.”

GOING STRONG AT 93 Morro Bay author and artist Marvin Sosna, whose work is at the Cambria Center for the Arts this month, stands before “Rising Tides,” which he says “refers to Black Lives Matter, LGBTQ, the calls for justice and equality—a tsunami of long-restrained demand for action.”

strokes similar to accidentals in music. It’s all unintended, which makes it more fun for me as I hear what they see. “Besides, I’m a terrible draftsman, can’t saw a straight line in carpentry,” he continued. “I’m in awe of the Dutch masters whose bowls of fruit look photographically real, I find beauty in Monet’s waterlilies, and strength in Rembrandt’s portraits. But my mind buzzes when I stand in front of a Diebenkorn landscape in his Ocean Park series, and it explodes facing de Kooning’s powerful interconnected pieces of color and movement. Realism fades before such imaginative works.” Looking again at his bio and explanation of his technique, he seems to be engaged in a form of automatic painting, which some believe expresses the unconscious. However, he doesn’t see it that way. “I reject the term ‘automatic painting.’ It implies a machine-like process: push a button and something happens. Or set a clock and the coffee maker will start. It suggests there’s no discipline at work,” he said. “I paint with very few restrictions, almost none, but there’s an overarching plan that a painting will emerge, that my brush and palette knife will move the pigment over the canvas, I’ll step back, look at

it, return to it, keep at it until it’s done. “Through it all, my brain is working alongside the brush and palette knife, seeing what they’re doing, using its judgement, telling me that it’s good, or no, not that stroke, it needs more red or less green,” he continued. “The brain knows when it’s done. At the end, it’s exhausting.” Like poetry, abstract painting seems to invite more intellectual participation by the viewer than, for instance, realism, impressionism, or pop art. People interpret abstraction in very personal ways. Is that why Sosna’s drawn to it? “There’s a similar process in poetry, at least in the poems that I write,” he said. “I start with a line, a thought, some wild idea, know that a poem will be there at the end, have no image of what it will say, how long it will be, or how it will get there. Across endless mind-space, I reach for words, change directions and go back, change again, and at the end, there’s a poem. As open as the process is, there’s still a structure: punctuation, lines and spacing them, stanzas all come about as the writing goes on. There’s another similarity. Poems are meant to be read aloud; paintings are meant to be seen. The opportunities for either are rare and thereby valued all the more.” Sosna is the perfect example of how staying creatively active keeps you young. “One more thing: 93. That’s more than a number. I know I’m super fortunate to be able to do what I do and delight in doing it,” he said. “My life is much like my paintings and my poems: There’s an end eventually, but I have no way of knowing when or how it gets there.” ∆ Contact Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

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irector and co-writer Judd Apatow (Knocked THE KING OF STATEN ISLAND Up, The 40-Year-Old What’s it rated? R Virgin, Funny People) delivers What’s it worth, Anna? Full price a poignant dramedy about What’s it worth, Glen? Full price directionless 24-year-old Scott Where’s it showing? Redbox Carlin (Pete Davidson, who also co-wrote the screenplay 12-year-old. He hangs with David Sirus). Scott spends his days with the same group he smoking weed and trying to find people always has, is sleeping who will let him practice tattooing on with a girl he has known them. He blames his failure to launch since fourth grade, and on his ADHD, Crohn’s disease, and his KING OF NOWHERE Pete Davidson stars as Scott outright refuses to do firefighter father’s death. As his much Carlin, a directionless 24-year-old trying to figure out his life, anything outside of in the Judd Apatow-directed dramedy The King of Staten more mature younger sister Claire (Maude his comfort zone. Just Island, now at Redbox. Apatow) heads off for college and his getting him to put on a mother Margie (Marisa Tomei) encourages sport coat for his sister’s I was fully invested in Scott. You could him to get on with his life, Scott’s forced to graduation party is a headache for his argue the character and premise are confront his failures. (136 min.) mom, Margie, played by the magnificent pretty typical of an Apatow film, which are Marisa Tomei. Instead of supporting usually about man-boys learning to accept Glen Pete Davidson’s real-life father, Scott his mom moving forward in life, he responsibility, but even though there’s Davidson, was a New York City firefighter desperately clings to her, undermining a familiar feel to the film, its personal who died during the 9/11 attack, so this Ray every chance he gets. We know he’s connection to its star Davidson—whose semi-autobiographical story feels very real-life father was last seen running personal. Davidson’s character, Scott, can’t not a bad guy, but the bonds he forms up the stairs of the Marriott World take responsibility for his own failures. He with Ray’s kids as he walks them to school make Scott almost endearing. He Trade Center—ups the emotional ante. I can’t commit to anything, even his secret reluctantly takes a job as a busser at his thoroughly enjoyed this one. girlfriend Kelsey (Bel Powley), who he uncle’s restaurant where he has to literally Anna At first, Scott seems almost refuses to acknowledge publicly and who fight for his tips, and slowly but surely we flippant over losing his father, but we he thinks is too good for him anyway. He watch Scott grow up and Margie start soon realize that resentment and deep dropped out of high school, his attention looking out for herself instead of everyone sadness sit just below the surface. When span is too short to be a competent tattoo Ray takes him to a ball game in hopes artist, and his mom’s an enabler. The story else. I agree that this should have been seen in theaters, but since we’re all stuck of bonding, Scott can’t help but interject gets traction when Scott tries to tattoo at home, you might as well enjoy this when Ray’s fire crew starts talking 9-year-old Harold (Luke David Blumm), Apatow gem any way you can. about his father the hero. Heroes don’t whose dad, Ray (Bill Burr), shows up at Glen Like Scott’s life, the first half of the leave their kids and wife behind to run Scott’s house to confront him but becomes film sort of meanders around, driving into burning buildings, Scott says. This smitten with Scott’s mom. Now Scott has home the point that Scott’s a mess, but by contention is one of the big shifts in to deal with his mom’s new relationship, the second half, the film starts to get to character development that we see from and he’s been enlisted to walk Ray’s kids its point, which is about a son reconciling Scott after he moves into the fire house to school as punishment for tattooing his father’s death, learning to take and starts to see what the job is really Harold. It also turns out that Ray, also responsibility, and understanding that all about. I thought this flick was warm a firefighter, knew Scott’s father. The a family tragedy is surmountable with and funny, light enough to enjoy but with emotionally nuanced story is a terrific effort. When Scott starts to hang around enough heart to stay with you. Watching vehicle for Davidson, who exhibits depths Ray and the other firefighters, he begins this perpetual teenager finally grow up I didn’t think he had in him. 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ot knowing where we could find a good meal before leaving town for Las Vegas, I packed up a cooler and headed to my new favorite grocery store, Gather Natural Market in Atascadero. I shop there every week now. I said hey to Brett, the owner, and picked up a stack of organic grab-and-go lunches made by Nautical Cowboy (one of our favorite local seafood restaurants): a pesto chicken sandwich on focaccia, an Indianstyle curry wrap, a chicken caesar wrap, and a half roasted chicken—shareable size—with a green salad. The artisanal, organic meals are “locally sourced, nutritious, and delicious.” We’ve had them many times already, and what I love is that I can find all the accompaniments in the same area of the grocery store: chocolate-covered mangoes, grapes, and various kombucha and coffee drinks. Brett was perplexed. Where are you going? And why on Earth? Two words: the Adventuredome. I don’t gamble. I don’t smoke. I haven’t been drinking much lately, and I’m a bit of a freakish germophobe, but I took my entire family to Las Vegas at the end of August. It was my youngest son’s 13th birthday, and all he wanted to do was go on a roller coaster. Magic Mountain and Great America had been closed since last summer, and though he said he’d settle for waterslides, The Ravine in Paso Robles has also been closed due to the pandemic. As you know, there is painfully no fun to be had in SLO County. For six months now, we’ve all been losing our minds, and for some of us, our sense of good judgment. My kids and I have been taking little trips to the beach and lakes and Lake Tahoe and all that, but everywhere we go its rules, rules, rules, and quite frankly, I’m over it. I don’t like to break rules, but I read somewhere that you are PHOTO COURTESY OF GATHER NATURAL MARKET’S FACEBOOK PAGE

OUR LAST ORGANIC BITE Leaving Atascadero for Las Vegas, we packed the cooler with grab-and-go Nautical Cowboy meals from Gather Market in A-Town. From here on out, it’s grease and sin, baby.

BAR SEATS I was floored by how many turns the diner-like bar seats could take. People flowed in and out of the Peppermill in a steady stream while the cocktail waitresses kept those drinks coming.

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In Las Vegas, every casino has a signature restaurant or two. For Circus Circus, it’s The Steak House. But we were encouraged to try Peppermill on the Vegas Strip: a restaurant and lounge open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and serving ginormous foofy drinks and insane portions. Visit the website at peppermilllasvegas.com or check out its Instagram at #PeppermillVegas.

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morally obligated to break the bad rules. We needed to leave the state for some freedom. Sin City? I was OK with that at this point. I did my research and found the closest open theme park: The Adventuredome at Circus Circus was located 467 miles from SLO County … a less than six-hour drive. We’d stay two nights at the casino hotel, spend one day at the theme park, and the second day at the casino pool and Splash Zone—yes, they have water slides too. With cocktail servers. I’ve learned that many of our best local chefs have gotten their start in Vegas. And for every casino, there’s at least one signature restaurant. For the Bellagio, I hear you need to go to LAGO by Julian Serrano, and then there’s Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen at Caesars Palace. At Circus Circus, where we stayed, they have The Steak House. When I dragged my family out of the theme park for a midday bite, the main reason we decided not to eat at The Steak House was because we spotted an $85 steak on the menu behind the glass. As my husband and I looked down at my middle son with expensive taste (who will order steak and lobster the minute I bend

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down to pick up a dropped napkin) our eyes agreed we needed to search for Plan B. Due to COVID-19, the buffet I had possibly visited back in the ’90s was one of the few things in Vegas that was closed. One of the many security guards told us we were fools to go anywhere but the Peppermill Restaurant and Fireside Lounge. He said he just ate there for breakfast, and he was going back for dinner. We walked across the Vegas Strip to a place with pink and blue and neon all over that had been in the movie Casino and featured in Carlos Santana’s “Feel It Coming Back” video. The place was so popular and bustling we had to stand by the slot machines in the air-conditioned entry as the host team called names on the waiting list like auctioneers. It was then we realized we were in an institution—a landmark that has been around for almost 50 years. We were led past an open kitchen and diner-stool seating to a cozy booth under a kitschy hanging Victorian lamp and a pink tree. The lighting was dark and the vibe was all day and night happenin’. This place felt trusty and safe, cool, efficient, and, most of all, fun—there were

more than 150 items on the menu. We all settled on lunch: Baja and California burgers, a Philly cheesesteak with sweet potato fries, and chicken wings. Nearby, couples took turns on shared bowls of tropical cocktails. The signature drink is the Scorpion: 64 ounces with no fewer than six liquors, recommended for five or six people to share. Yes, there were some plastic partitions, and the servers wore masks, but nobody, and I mean nobody, in Vegas was worried about getting the corona. The portions were huge, and the food delicious. I could see why the security guard frequents the joint. The staff had service down to a science: friendly and attentive, and electric-bluemini-skirt chic. The hostess, an older gal with a smoky voice, came to check on us and I told her how great our service had been. She told me her wait staff hadn’t started out that way that day. She had a girl faint in the morning. Two others rolled in late. “They party too hard,” she said, shaking her head. OK, backing up a bit: The Las Vegas scene inside the theme park was magical. We got there right at the opening for rides, and there were barely any lines at all. The children ran freely around with smiles, pure joy, and happiness. The same went for the waterslides and pool, which were a bit crowded in the 107-degree heat. And still, my kids said later that the magic of the Peppermill was their favorite part of our whole trip. We’ll be back during the next pandemic for sure. ∆ Flavor writer Beth Giuffre is ready for the next food-driven road trip. Send your foodie suggestions to bgiuffre@newtimesslo.com.

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FILE NO. 2020-1505 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/10/2015) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TEAM MOREIRA JIU JITSU DE BRAZIL-LOS OSOS, 1236 Los Osos Valley Road, Suite E, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Jaime Lewis, Robert Lewis (461 Binscarth Rd., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Jaime Lewis. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-29-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 07-29-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-1558 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/23/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MILAGRO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE, 741 Orchard Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Carol Lopez (741 Orchard Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Carol Lopez, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-03-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 08-03-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1460 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/02/2005) New Filing The following person is doing business as, AVILA BY THE SEA, 750 Pismo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA93401. San Luis Obispo County. Vintage Traditions, Inc. (750 Pismo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Vintage Traditions, Inc., Robin L. Rossi, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-2220. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 07-22-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-1526 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/20/1990) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MORRO HILLTOP HOUSEMOTEL, 1200 Morro Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Sean A McBride (1210 Morro Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sean A McBride. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-30-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 07-30-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1500 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/02/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MMKELLY CONSULTING, 3625 Maricopa Road, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Maria Kelly (3625 Maricopa Road, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Maria M. Kelly. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-28-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 0728-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1537 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/17/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CREEKSIDE INN OF PASO ROBLES, CREEKSIDE BED & BREAKFAST, LEFT BANK CAFÉ AT CREEKSIDE, 5325 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Thomas James Burgett, Amy Colleen Burgett (5325 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Amy Colleen Burgett. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-31-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 07-31-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-1563 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CW LANDSCAPES, 30 Ocean View, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Chad Wingert (30 Ocean View, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Chad Wingert. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-03-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-03-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1566 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CASA PINEDA’S PARTY DECORATIONS, PINEDA’S 805 TACOS, 1085 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Alma Pineda, Maribel Rios Pineda (1431 6th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Maribel Rios Pineda. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-04-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 08-04-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1578 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LITTLE RED EGG CO., 1797 Little Morro Creek Rd., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Lori Vaccaro French, Jeff M French (1797 Little Morro Creek Rd., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Lori French. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-04-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-04-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1602 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, AGAVE GRILL, 671 W. Tefft St., Suite 10, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Jose D. Chavez (1611 Capitola St., Santa Maria, C A93458). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Chavez D. Jose, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-07-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 08-07-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1604 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/04/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BALL MUSIC ACADEMY, 996 Balboa St., Morro Bay, CA 934422306. San Luis Obispo County. Raymund Paul Ballesteros (996 Balboa St., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Raymund Ballesteros, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-0720. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-07-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1606 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/26/1988) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CT INTERNATIONAL, 4349 Old Santa Fe Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Bandana Trading Inc. (4349 Old Santa Fe Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Bandana Trading Inc., Mike Kyle, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-07-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-07-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1608 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COUNTYWIDE REAL ESTATE SERVICES, 1348 Black Sage Circle, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Cynthia D Lapolla (1348 Black Sage Circle, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Cynthia D Lapolla. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-07-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0807-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1610 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/01/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MOONLIT MOBILE MAINTENANCE, 2215 Willow Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Angelina Nicole Tillema (2215 Willow Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Angelina Tillema, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-07-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 08-07-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1611 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/27/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, EDESIA, 2066 Chorro C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Julia Rogers (2066 Chorro C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Julia Rogers. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-07-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 08-07-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1616 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/10/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MEN TALK TO YOUR WOMAN, 1513D Atlantic City Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Mike G Stewart, Valerie A Stewart (1513D Atlantic City Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Mike G Stewart, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-10-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 08-10-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1620 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BLOOM CHIROPRACTIC AND EQUINE WELLNESS, 3174 Rio Vista Lane, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Mercedes Antonini (125 Valle Verde Ct., Danville, CA 94526). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Mercedes Antonini. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-10-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-10-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1624 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/1982) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BROCK RANCH, 680 Park Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Diana Spitzer (1649 Natalie Ct., San Jose, CA 95118), Denise Andrews (239 4th St., Seal Beach, CA 90740), Rick Walti (508 NE 3rd St., Coupeville, WA 98239), Randy Walti (1870 Hanging Tree Ln, Templeton, CA 93465), Karen Jones (1402 Greenwood Dr., Paso Robles, CA 93446), Steve Pearson (18270 Crystal Drive, Morgan Hill, CA 95037), Tim Johnson (185 Hilltop Dr., Hollister, CA 95123), Wayne Pearson (680 Park Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Wayne Pearson, General Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-11-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-11-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1627 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE SWITCH SLO, 2256 Broad Street, Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Broad Street Rib Line, LLC (2256 Broad Street, Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Broad Street Rib Line, LLC, Krystal Appiano, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-11-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-11-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1628 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SUNSETS AT PISMO, 1197 Highland Way, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Rib Line By The Beach, LLC (1197 Highland Way, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Rib Line By The Beach, LLC, Krystal Appiano, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-11-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-11-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1631 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/11/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ACADEMIC COACH, 2081 Lopez Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Erik Robert Forbes, Nicola Jane Perje (2081 Lopez Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A Copartnership /s/ Nicola Jane Perje. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-1120. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-11-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1640 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, A S G TRANSPORTATION, 1142 Nipomo Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Santiago Diaz Alquisiras (1142 Nipomo Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Santiago Diaz Alquisiras. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-12-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 08-12-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-1655 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CADU, 872 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Amirsalar Pardakhti (754 Boysen Ave., Apt. 10, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amirsalar Pardakhti. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-13-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 08-13-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-1672 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/12/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CRAZY BRAVE MEDICINAL HERB FARM, 2555 Village Ln., Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Laura A. Murphy, Brendan Murphy (2555 Village Ln., Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Laura A. Murphy. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-17-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 08-17-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1647 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/08/1989) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STRAIGHT DOWN CLOTHING CO., 625 Clarion Court, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Straight Down Enterprises, Inc. (625 Clarion Court, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Straight Down Enterprises, Inc., Michael Rowley-Vice President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-12-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-12-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1649 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/13/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HOPE UNITED, FREEDOM CALLING, 1052 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Hope United (1052 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Hope United, Cheryl Perry, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-12-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 08-12-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1651 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ECHO-PHOENIX WELLNESS, 969 Goldenrod Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA93401. San Luis Obispo County. Casey Hackmeyer (969 Goldenrod Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Casey Hackmeyer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-1320. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 08-13-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1652 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/28/2009) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CROSS ROAD LIQUOR & DELI, 3211 Broad Street, Suite 101, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Issa Abdullah (3211 Broad Street #B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Issa Abdullah, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-13-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-13-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-1659 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/15/2015) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ITMD, 867 Vista Del Collados, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. ITMD Inc. (867 Vista Del Collados, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Jason Baron, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-14-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-14-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1666 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/14/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE ZEN ZONE LIFESTYLE, 1241 Johnson Avenue #181, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The Zen Zone Lifestyle L.L.C. (1241 Johnson Avenue #181, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ The Zen Zone Lifestyle L.L.C., Greg Money, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-17-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 08-17-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1668 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/07/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BEACON SOLUTIONS, 1775 Oceanaire Court, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Beacon Solutions LLC (1775 Oceanaire Court, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Beacon Solutions LLC, Hayley Cain, Officer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-17-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 08-17-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1669 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/17/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BENT ROD SPORTFISHING, 1233 4th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Sergio Bladimir Bermudez (1233 4th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sergio Bladimir Bermudez, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-17-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 08-17-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-1673 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/12/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE HERBAL COOKIE COMPAY LLC, 2555 Village Ln., Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. The Herbal Cookie Company LLC (2555 Village Ln., Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ The Herbal Cookie Company LLC, Laura A. Murphy, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-17-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 08-17-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1676 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/25/2014) New Filing The following person is doing business as, J.G. CABINETRY, 688 Highland Hills Rd, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Josh Grzesik (688 Highland Hills Rd, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Joshua Grzesik, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-17-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 08-17-25. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1681 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, M & M MUSIC PRODUCTIONS, 354 N. 6th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Michael N Thibault, Marcia L Thibault (354 N. 6th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Michael Thibault, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-18-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 08-18-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1682 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FIRECRACKERS SLO, 280 S. Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Derrick Dustin Snider (280 S. Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Derrick Dustin Snider. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-18-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0818-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1683 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ALDRETE TRAINED, 3965 Buena Vista Dr., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Richard Aldrete (2140 Prospect Ave., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Richard Aldrete. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-18-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 08-18-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1678 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/03/2010) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PCR ONCOLOGY, 584 Camino Mercado, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. David Leigh Palchak, Marie Christine Palchak (345 Mesquite Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Marie C Palchak, Co-Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-18-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 08-18-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-1692 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GT REAL ESTATE, 1264 Black Sage Circle, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Gregory Michael Toepfer (1264 Black Sage Circle, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Gregory M. Toepfer, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-19-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 08-19-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1679 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/04/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BEATO FARMS TRUCKING & TRACTOR SERVICE, 4680 Tower Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Beato Farms Inc. (4680 Tower Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Beato Farms Inc., Joe Beato, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-18-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 08-18-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-1693 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/19/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SLO DELICIOUS, 1129 Garden Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Michael Paul Martineau (654 Toro St. #B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michael Paul Martineau, Business Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-19-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 08-19-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1698 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/19/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, RITUAL SKIN AND BODY CARE, STAR BROWS, 522 Paulding Circle, Suite A, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Linda Hall Ruberto (73 La Garza, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Linda Ruberto, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-19-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 08-19-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1703 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BUTTERCUP BEAUTY, 1977 Santa Barbara Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Blakeley Margaret Bryan (2252 Broad St. #201, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Blakeley Margaret Bryan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-19-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 08-19-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1710 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/20/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FLOWIN’ MAMA, 1230 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Vicki Blond (1230 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Vicki Blond. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-20-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 08-20-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1715 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/12/1995) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CARDIOTHORACIC RESEARCH AND EDUCATION FORUM, MEDICINE MEETS VIRTUAL REALITY, NEXTMED, NEWERA CARDIAC CARE, 752 Meinecke Ave., Unit A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Aligned Management Associates, Inc. (793 E Foothill Blvd., Ste. 109A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Aligned Management Associates, Inc., Susan W. Westwood, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-21-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 08-21-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1716 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/28/2010) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TOM’S AUTO SERVICE, 1017 E Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Thomas Felmlee (2700 Brisa Blanda Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Thomas Felmlee. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-2120. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 08-21-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1717 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/19/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, EMPIRE EXPORTS 1924, 325 Stimson Ave., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Empire Development & Construction 2005 Inc. (1375 E Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Empire Development & Construction 2005 Inc., Christine Fraser, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-21-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 0821-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1719 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/15/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SACRED SPACE PSYCHOLOGY, 2280 Sunset Drive B-1, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Ashley Ingersoll Hart (2280 Sunset Drive B-1, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ashley I Hart. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-21-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 0821-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1721 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DT GENERAL ENGINEERING GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, 520 Via Vaquero, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Derek Laurence Todd, Michelle Nova Todd (520 Via Vaquero, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Derek Laurence Todd, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-24-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 0824-25. August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1722 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MITCHELL PARK DELI, 1401 Osos Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Manny’s Dime LLC (1080 Grove Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Manny’s Dime LLC, Manuel Castillo, Owner/CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-24-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 08-24-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1723 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/19/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CHRIDOMI, 1774 Longbranch Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Christian Anthony Atencio (1774 Longbranch Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Christian A Atencio, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-2420. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 08-24-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

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CITY OF GROVER BEACH NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, the Pismo Beach Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for the following purpose: Public Hearing Agenda: A. Address:

Citywide – Accessory Dwelling Units

Applicant:

City of Pismo Beach

Project No.:

P20-000052

Description:

Local

Coastal

Plan

The City of Grover Beach is soliciting Proposals for General Administration Services for programs administered by the State of California, Department of Housing and Community Development, such as CDBG. Proposals will be accepted electronically at jreese@groverbeach.org until 11:59 p.m. on Friday, September 25, 2020. Any questions or requests for clarification must be submitted to Janet Reese at jreese@ groverbeach.org by Thursday, September 17 so that an amendment, if necessary, can be made available on Friday, September 18. The selected consultant will be required to obtain a City of Grover Beach business tax certificate at the time the contract is executed. This will be financed by applicable federal or state program funds, administered by the State of California Housing and Community Development (HCD) Department, and is subject to all of the applicable terms and conditions of the Standard Agreement and applicable Federal and State regulations and requirements of HUD and HCD. The right is reserved by the City of Grover Beach to reject any or all proposals, to evaluate the proposals submitted, and award the contract to the proposer who submits the most favorable overall proposal, as determined by the City in its sole discretion, and may be awarded to other than the lowest proposer. To receive a copy of the Request for Proposal, please email Janet Reese at jreese@groverbeach.org. September 10, 2020

CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO NOTICE REQUESTING PROPOSALS FOR UTILITY USERS TAX AUDIT SERVICES The City of San Luis Obispo is requesting sealed proposals for services associated with the Notice Requesting Proposals for Utility Users Tax Audit Services. All firms interested in receiving further correspondence regarding this Request for Proposals (RFP) will be required to complete a free registration using BidSync (https://www.bidsync.com/bidsync-appweb/vendor/register/Login.xhtml). All proposals must be received via BidSync by the Department of Finance at or before September 21, 2020, when they will be opened electronically via BidSync.

CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO NOTICE REQUESTING PROPOSALS FOR EXECUTIVE RECRUITMENT SERVICES The City of San Luis Obispo is requesting sealed proposals for services associated with Executive Recruitment. All firms interested in receiving further correspondence regarding this Request for Proposals (RFP) will be required to complete a free registration using BidSync (https://www. bidsync.com/bidsync-app-web/vendor/register/Login.xhtml). All proposals must be received via BidSync by the Department of Finance at or before Monday, September 24, 2020 when they will be opened electronically via BidSync at 3 pm.

Proposals received after said time may not be considered. The preferred method of submission is electronically via BidSync. If you wish to send a hard copy to guard against premature opening, each proposal shall be submitted to the Department of Finance in a sealed envelope plainly marked with the proposal title, project number, proposer name, and time and date of the proposal opening. Proposals shall be submitted using the forms provided in the project package.

Proposals received after said time may not be considered. The preferred method of submission is electronically via BidSync. If you wish to send a hard copy, to guard against premature opening, each proposal shall be submitted to the Department of Finance in a sealed envelope plainly marked with the proposal title, project number, proposer name, and time and date of the proposal opening. Proposals shall be submitted using the forms provided in the project package.

Project packages and additional information may be obtained at the City’s BidSync website at www.BidSync.com. Please contact Jacob Nunez at jnunez@slocity.org or Dan Clancy at dclancy@slocity.org with any questions.

Project packages and additional information may be obtained at the City’s BidSync website at www.BidSync.com. Please contact Monica Irons, Human Resources Director with any questions.

September 10, 2020

Amendment and Amendments to Chapters 17.117 (1983 Code) and 17.38.115 (1998 Code) of the Pismo Beach Municipal Code to update Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations in compliance with the California Government Code. Environmental Review: In accordance with the Section 21080.17 of the Public Resources Code, ordinances adopted by a city or county to implement the provisions of Government Code Section 65852.2 relating to accessory dwelling units is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act. Details about ways to participate in this hearing will be provided on the agenda posted for the meeting online at pismobeach.org/agenda, and on the bulletin board at City Hall. The agenda will be posted in the afternoon of September 18, 2020. You have a right to comment on this project and its effect on our community. Interested persons are invited to participate in the hearing or otherwise express their views and opinions regarding the proposed project. Written and voicemail comments are welcomed prior to the hearing. Written comments prepared prior to the hearing may be submitted to the Planning Commission at planningcommission@ pismobeach.org or to send an email to Planning staff at eperez@pismobeach.org . Oral comment may be provided prior to the hearing by calling 805-556-8299 and leaving a voice message. Please state and spell your name and identify your item of interest. Generally, written comment may be submitted by email up until the start of the public comment period during this time. Every effort will be made to provide an opportunity for live public comment during the meeting, but because the City cannot guarantee the quality of internet access or video conferencing facilities for the meeting, live public comment may not be available at every meeting. Please refer to the agenda for this meeting for specific instructions. Staff report, plans and other information related to this project is available for public review in Access Pismo www.pismobeach.org, or by emailing Elsa Perez, Administrative Secretary at eperez@pismobeach.org The meeting agenda and staff report will be available no later than the Friday before the meeting and may be obtained upon request by email at eperez@pismobeach. org, or by visiting www.pismobeach.org. The Planning Commission meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and streamed on the City’s website. PLEASE NOTE: If you challenge the action taken on this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Pismo Beach at, or prior to, the public hearing. For further information please contact Elsa Perez, Administrative Secretary, at eperez@pismobeach.org. September 10, 2020

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING Trevor Keith, Department Director NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT County of San Luis Obispo Department of Planning and Building A Draft Environmental Impact Report WHAT: (DEIR) for the Phillips 66 Santa Margarita Remediation Project / Major Grading Permit PMTG2019-00065 (ED19-204) is complete and available for public review and comment. The document addresses the environmental impacts that may be associated with activities related to the excavation and removal of hydrocarbon-contaminated soils and restoration of the affected areas to existing grade. State Clearinghouse #2020060361. The proposed project is within the Agriculture land use category on a portion of an approximately 900-acre property known as the Santa Margarita Ranch (addressed as 9295 Yerba Buena Avenue), located north of the community of Santa Margarita between US Highway 101 and El Camino Real. Santa Margarita is an unincorporated community eight miles north of the City of San Luis Obispo and five miles south of the City of Atascadero in San Luis Obispo County. WHERE: The DEIR is available for review or downloading on the Planning Department’s web site at: https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/ Phillips_66_SMR_DEIR.aspx. Copies of the DEIR, and all documents referenced in the DEIR, are also available for review from at the County Department of Planning & Building, 976 Osos St., Rm 200, San Luis Obispo. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, it is recommended that you contact the project manager (below) to arrange for an appointment. Copies of the DEIR are also available for review at the following County libraries: Atascadero Library and SLO City/ County Library (see SLOLIBRARY.org for hours and COVID-19 requirements). HOW TO COMMENT OR GET MORE INFORMATION: Anyone interested in commenting on the DEIR should email your comments or questions to: pl_p66sm.eir@co.slo.ca.us or submit a written statement directed to Cindy Chambers of the San Luis Obispo County Department of Planning and Building at 976 Osos St., Rm 200, San Luis Obispo, CA 934082040. Comments must be received by 4:30 p.m., October 26, 2020. If you need more information about this project, please contact Cindy Chambers at (805) 781-5608. Note that the call will go to voicemail and be answered by private line within 48 hours. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS: The EIR focuses on the following issues: Air Quality, Biological Resources, Cultural Resources, Geology and Soils, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Hazards and Hazardous Materials, Hydrology and Water Quality, Transportation, and Tribal Cultural Resources. Per CEQA Section 15087(c)(6), there are no Cortese listings or GeoTracker sites (as described under Government Code Section 65962.5 and known as the “Cortese List”) located on-site, outside of the regulatory actions reported on the GeoTracker database associated with the proposed remediation project <https://geotracker.waterboards. ca.gov/>. PUBLIC HEARING The project public hearing before the San Luis Obispo Planning Commission is tentatively scheduled for December 10, 2020, in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo. This date is potentially subject to change, pending the holiday hearing schedule. **If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing** DATED: September 10th, 2020 Cindy Chambers Planner III / Project Manager September 10, 2020

CITY OF GROVER BEACH NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

WHO:

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PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING The San Luis Obispo Planning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting, Wednesday, September 23, 2020, at 6:00 p.m., via teleconference, on the items listed below. While the City encourages public participation, growing concern about the COVID-19 pandemic has required that public meetings be held via teleconference. Meetings can be viewed on Government Access Channel 20 or streamed live from the City’s YouTube channel at http://youtube.slo.city. Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail delivered to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity.org. PUBLIC HEARING ITEM: 1. Review of Vesting Tentative Tract Map (VTTM) to subdivide Lot 7 of previously approved Tract 3096 into 11 parcels ranging in size from 0.30 to 2.77 acres, and Specific Plan Amendments (SPA) to the San Luis Ranch Specific Plan (SLRSP) to increase the number of residential units from 580 to 654 for increased affordable housing, update of design guidelines for mixed-use development on the Neighborhood Commercial site, relocation of Community Garden location in previously approved Tract 3096, and minor updates to reduce the anticipated amount of floor area of commercial space from 150,000 square feet to 139,000 square feet and a reduction in office space from 100,000 to 97,000 square feet. An addendum has been prepared with a determination that the proposal is consistent with the certified Final EIR and Supplemental Final EIR for the San Luis Ranch Specific Plan. Project address: 1035 Madonna Road; Case #: SPEC-0172-2020 & SBDV-0173-2020; Zone: San Luis Ranch designations NG10, NG-23, NG-30, AG and Neighborhood Commercial (NC); MI San Luis Ranch, LLC, applicant. Contact Information: John Rickenbach – (805) 610-1109 – JFRickenbach@aol.com 2. Conceptual review of a mixed-use project consisting of 280 residential units and 15,000 square feet of commercial space, the project also includes an amendment to the Airport Area Specific Plan to rezone the property from Business Park (BP-SP) to Commercial Services (C-S-SP), and an associated and a General Plan Map Amendment. The project will include preparation of an Environmental Impact Report. Project address: 600 Tank Farm Road; Case #: ARCH-0216-2020; Zone: BP-SP; Covelop Holdings, LLC, applicant. Contact Information: Kyle Bell – (805) 781-7524 – kbell@slocity.org The Planning Commission may also discuss other hearing or business items before or after the item(s) listed above. If you challenge the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. The report(s) will be available for review online in advance of the meeting at http://www.slocity.org/government/advisorybodies/agendas-and-minutes/planning-commission. Please call The Community Development Department at 805-781-7170 for more information, or to request an agenda report. The Planning Commission meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20, beginning at 6:00 p.m. September 10, 2020

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the City of Grover Beach will conduct a Public Hearing on WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 at 6:30 p.m., or soon thereafter. Please note that due to COVID-19, the City of Grover Beach will hold all meetings virtually. Meetings can be viewed on Channel 20 and are live streamed on the City’s website and on www.slo-span. org. Members of the public may provide public comment during the meeting by calling (805) 321-6639 to provide public comment via phone (the phone line will open just prior to the start of the meeting at 6:30 PM) or written public comments can be submitted via email to commdev@groverbeach.org prior to the meeting start time of 6:30 PM. If submitting written comments in advance of the meeting, please note the agenda item. Written comments will be read out loud during the meeting on the appropriate agenda item subject to the customary 3-minute time limit. Development Application 20-30 Applicant – James Tilley The Planning Commission will consider a one-year Time Extension for Development Application 18-33 for Tentative Parcel Map 3118 to subdivide an existing parcel into a twoparcel subdivision and development permit to construct two single family residential homes. The property is located at 260 North 5th Street in the High Density Residential (R3) Zone. The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act. Development Application 20-37 Applicant – Helios Dayspring The Planning Commission will consider a one-year Time Extension for Development Application 18-17 for a Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit to construct a commercial cannabis manufacturing and distribution facility. The property is located at 821 South 4th Street in the Coastal Industrial (CI) Zone in the Coastal Zone. The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act. Development Application 20-36 Applicants – Master Capital Venture LLC, Classic Capital Venture LLC, Huston Capital Venture, LLC, Farroll Capital Venture LLC, Expo Capital Venture, LLC, Mega Capital Venture LLC The Planning Commission will consider a one-year Time Extension for Development Applications 18-23 through 18-28 for a Use Permit and Development Permit to construct a commercial cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, and distribution campus on six (6) separate lots. The proposed project is located at 928, 938, 943, 953, 963, and 973 Huston Street in the Industrial (I) zone. A mitigated negative declaration has been adopted and there is no potential for significant environmental impacts. Development Application 20-16 Applicant – Herneady & Rosa Lorraine The Planning Commission will consider a Development Permit to demolish an existing residence and construct a new two-story 2,134 square foot single family residence with an attached 2-car garage and workshop up to 25 feet in height. Story poles have been erected to demonstrate the proposed building envelope that would be located above 16 feet. The property is located at 354 North 8th Street in the Low Density Residential (R1) Zone. The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act. Where You Come In: Any member of the public may be heard on the item(s) described in this notice by calling (805) 321-6639 during the meeting or submit written comments prior to the meeting by mail to: Community Development Department, 154 South Eighth Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433 or by email to commdev@groverbeach.org. If you require special accommodations to participate in the public hearing, please contact the City Clerk’s office at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting by calling (805) 473-4567. For More Information: If you have questions or would like more information regarding the item(s) described in this notice, please contact the Community Development Department by telephone at (805) 473-4520 or send an e-mail to commdev@groverbeach.org. The Planning Commission may also discuss other items of business at this meeting. The complete meeting agenda and staff reports will be posted on the City’s website at www.groverbeach.org. If you challenge the nature of the proposed actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing(s) described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to, the Public Hearing. (Govt. Code Sec. 65009). /s/ Nicole Retana, Deputy City Clerk Secretary to Planning Commission September 10, 2020

CITY OF GROVER BEACH NOTICE TO BIDDERS SEALED BIDS will be received by the City Clerk of the City of Grover Beach at the City Clerk’s Office at 154 South 8th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433 until 2:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 8, 2020 and promptly thereafter all bids that have been duly received will be publicly opened and read aloud outdoors at the entrance of City Hall for furnishing to said City all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, services and supplies necessary to construct and complete the construction of the: MEASURE K-14 STREET REHABILITATION AND REPAIR PROJECT: CIP 2295-11 •

NORTH 8TH STREET, WEST GRAND AVENUE TO ATLANTIC CITY AVENUE

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SOUTH 9TH STREET, LONGBRANCH AVENUE

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NORTH 14TH STREET, WEST GRAND AVENUE TO ATLANTIC CITY AVENUE

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SOUTH 14TH STREET, MENTONE AVENUE TO FARROLL ROAD

WEST

GRAND

AVENUE

CITY OF GROVER BEACH NOTICE TO BIDDERS SEALED BIDS will be received by the City Clerk of the City of Grover Beach at the City Clerk’s Office at 154 South 8th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433 until 2:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 15, 2020 and promptly thereafter all bids that have been duly received will be publicly opened and read aloud outdoors at the entrance of City Hall for furnishing to said City all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, services and supplies necessary to construct and complete the construction of the:

HIGHLAND WAY SEWER LINE PROJECT, CIP 5001 HIGHLAND WAY, GROVER BEACH General Work Description: In general, the Base Bid Work shall be the construction of 1466 LF of new 8” PVC sanitary sewer main and 8 manholes along Highland Way between Huston St. and Aberdeen Ct. and extending through an alley to the north, ending just to the west of Messina Ct.

General Work Description: In general, the Base Bid Work shall be street pavement repair of approximately 16 blocks, including and not necessarily limited to, project management and controls activities, mobilization activities, public notification and interaction activities, construction surveying and staking, traffic control, water pollution control practices, pre- and post-construction survey monument protection and establishment, adjustment of pavement surface features (water utility boxes and valves, sewer manholes, storm drain manholes, and survey monument wells), clearing and grubbing of debris (plant, soil, abandoned landscape features, etc.) within the Work limits, landscaping and irrigation repair, resetting of mailboxes, resetting of sign posts, tree trimming, earthwork cutting and backfilling, removal of existing asphaltic concrete dikes, milling to remove asphaltic concrete pavement surface, roadway preparation, hot mix asphalt repaving street surface and conform areas, hot mix asphalt dike installation, concrete curb and gutter, concrete cross-gutter, concrete sidewalks, accessibility improvements, signage and installation of pavement striping and markings.

The estimated opinion of probable construction cost for this Base Bid Work is $405,000.

The estimated opinion of probable construction cost for this Base Bid Work is $3,010,000.00

Notice to Bidders, Plans, Special Provisions, and Proposal Forms may be inspected at the Public Works Office in Grover Beach, California, and copies of said documents may be obtained through the Blueprint Express Plan Room: http://www.beplanroom.com/public. php. No bid will be received unless it is made on a Proposal Form furnished by the City. Bids received via FAX will not be considered.

Conditions of Submitting a Bid: Bids are required for the entire Work described herein. The Contractor shall possess a Class A license at the time this Contract is awarded through Contract acceptance. The Contractor and all subcontractors will be required to obtain a City of Grover Beach Business Tax Certificate at the time the Contract is awarded. This Contract is subject to state contract nondiscrimination and compliance requirements pursuant to Government Code, Section 12990. Notice to Bidders, Plans, Special Provisions, and Proposal Forms may be inspected at the Public Works Office in Grover Beach, California, and copies of said documents may be obtained through the Blueprint Express Plan Room: http://www.beplanroom.com/ public.php. No bid will be received unless it is made on a Proposal Form furnished by the City. Bids received via FAX will not be considered. Each bid shall be accompanied by cash, certified or cashier’s check, or bidder’s bond for not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the base bid, made payable to the City of Grover Beach. Pursuant to Section 1773 of the Labor Code, the general prevailing wage rates in the county, or counties, in which the work is to be done have been determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations. These wages are set forth in the General Prevailing Wage Rates for this project available from the California Department of Industrial Relations’ Internet web site at http://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/PWD/. Future effective general prevailing wage rates, which have been predetermined and are on file with the California Department of Industrial Relations are referenced but not printed in the general prevailing wage rates. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. Pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5, no contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal or be awarded a contract for public work on public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. Notice is also hereby given that any or all bidders may be required to furnish a sworn statement of their financial responsibility, technical ability and experience before award is made to any particular bidder. Bidders shall contact the City of Grover Beach Department of Public Works office at publicworks@groverbeach.org the day prior to bid opening to obtain any bidding addenda information. Submittal of a signed bid shall be evidence that the Bidder has obtained this information and that the bid is based on any changes contained therein. Submittal of Bidder’s Inquiries: Inquiries or questions based on alleged patent ambiguity of the plans, specifications or estimate must be communicated as a bidder inquiry prior to bid opening. Bidder’s inquiries shall be submitted in writing via e-mail to the City of Grover Beach, Public Works Department, at: PublicWorks@ groverbeach.org. The cutoff time that the City will accept bidder’s inquiries is 5:00 p.m. on the fifth business day prior to the bid opening date. The City will respond to inquires via bidding addenda. Any such inquiries, submitted after the cutoff time of receiving bidder’s inquiries, will not be treated as a bid protest. Bid Submittal Instructions: The contractor must wear a mask when dropping off the bid. On the outside of the bid envelope the Bidder shall indicate the following: 1. 2. 3.

Name and Address of Bidder Name of project on which bid is submitted Date and time of bid opening

The right is reserved by the City of Grover Beach to reject any or all bids, to evaluate the bids submitted, and award the Contract to the lowest responsible bidder. The City further reserves the right to waive any informalities or minor irregularities in the bid. No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of sixty (60) working days after the date set for the opening thereof. At the time of publishing, City Hall is closed to the public. The bid opening will be held outdoors, weather permitting. Any changes to the bid opening procedure will be noted in an addendum. Dated this 5th day of September 2020, at the City of Grover Beach, California. City of Grover Beach STATE OF CALIFORNIA Gregory A. Ray, P.E. Public Works Director/City Engineer Legal Ad Published: The New Times: Thursdays, September 3 and 10, 2020

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING BRIEF TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 AT 9:00 AM. 4 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT

Each bid shall be accompanied by cash, certified or cashier’s check, or bidder’s bond for not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the base bid, made payable to the City of Grover Beach. Pursuant to Section 1773 of the Labor Code, the general prevailing wage rates in the county, or counties, in which the work is to be done have been determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations. These wages are set forth in the General Prevailing Wage Rates for this project available from the California Department of Industrial Relations’ Internet web site at http://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/PWD/. Future effective general prevailing wage rates, which have been predetermined and are on file with the California Department of Industrial Relations are referenced but not printed in the general prevailing wage rates. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. Pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5, no contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal or be awarded a contract for public work on public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. Notice is also hereby given that any or all bidders may be required to furnish a sworn statement of their financial responsibility, technical ability and experience before award is made to any particular bidder. Bidders shall contact the City of Grover Beach Department of Public Works office at (805) 473-4530 the day prior to bid opening to obtain any bidding addenda information. Submittal of a signed bid shall be evidence that the Bidder has obtained this information and that the bid is based on any changes contained therein. Submittal of Bidder’s Inquiries: Inquiries or questions based on alleged patent ambiguity of the plans, specifications or estimate must be communicated as a bidder inquiry prior to bid opening. Bidder’s inquiries shall be submitted in writing via e-mail to the City of Grover Beach, Public Works Department, at: PublicWorks@groverbeach.org. The cutoff time that the City will accept bidder’s inquiries is 5:00 p.m. on the fifth business day prior to the bid opening date. Do not count the bid opening date when counting the days. The City will respond to inquires via bidding addenda. Any such inquiries, submitted after the cutoff time of receiving bidder’s inquiries, will not be treated as a bid protest. Bid Submittal Instructions: The contractor must wear a mask when dropping off the bid. On the outside of the bid envelope the Bidder shall indicate the following: 1. 2. 3.

Name and Address of Bidder Name of project on which bid is submitted Date and time of bid opening

The right is reserved by the City of Grover Beach to reject any or all bids, to evaluate the bids submitted, and award the Contract to the lowest responsible bidder. The City further reserves the right to waive any informalities or minor irregularities in the bid. No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of sixty (60) working days after the date set for the opening thereof. Dated this 10th day of SEPTEMBER 2020, at the City of Grover Beach, California. City of Grover Beach STATE OF CALIFORNIA Gregory A. Ray, P.E. Public Works Director/City Engineer Legal Ad Published: New Times, Thursdays, September 10 and 17, 2020

Update on COVID-19, rec’d & filed. Consent Agenda – Item Nos. 02-16 & Resolution (Res.) No. 2020-190 thru 2020-194, approved as amended. 03. SLO Regional Rideshare Presentation & acknowledgement of the pledge to make a smart commute choice during “Rideshare Week,” 10/5 – 10/9 & Rideshare’s PARK(ing) Day on 9/18, rec’d & filed. 04. Public Comment Period - matters not on the agenda: A. Asfaw; A. Kaseberg; A. Houghton; B. DiFatta; B. Bayhan; C. Lynch; C. Golubovich; D. Culpepper; D. Hire-Price; E. Harlow; E. Houghton; H. Perinich; J. Otter; J. Martinez; K. Hamblet; K. Meadows; K. Roudebush; K. Bennett; L. Heidler; L. Jefferson; L. Mourenza; M. James, N. Loman; O. Fontaine; O. Wiemann; P. Rynning; Sophia (no last name provided) & S. Mackey: speak. No action taken. 05. Bylaw revisions to the Water Resources Advisory Committee of the SLO Co. Flood Control & Water Conservation District, approved as amended. 06. Res. 2020-195 & Res. 2020-196, approving the 2019 SLO Co. Integrated Regional Water Management Plan, adopted & finds project is exempt CEQA. 07. Hearing re: Appeal (APPL2019-00004) by Callender Farms LLC (formerly D. Viera, DCD Membership Group) & Res. 2020-197 approving a Development Plan/Coastal Development Permit (DRC2018-00142) to establish 2,500 sq. ft. of indoor cannabis cultivation, indoor cannabis nursery & non-storefront cannabis dispensary at 1291 Mesa View Dr. So. of Oceano, adopted. 08. Closed Session. Anticipated Litigation: No of potential cases: 2. Significant exposure to litigation: No of potential cases: 2. Existing litigation: Application filed by PG&E in the 2018 Nuclear Decommissioning Cost Triennial Proceeding (U 39 E & A: 18-12-008); In re PG&E Corporation (19-19-30088); In re PG&E Company (19-19-30089). Conference w/ Labor Negotiator, T. Douglas-Schatz, re: SLOGAU; SLOCEAT&C; DCCA; Sheriffs’ Mgmt; SLOCPPOA; DSA; DAIA; SLOCPMPOA; SLOCEA – PSSC; Unrepresented Mgmt & Confidential Employees; SDSA; UDWA. Conference w/ Real Property Negotiator re: APN 076-121-030 located between Cloverridge & San Luis Bay Dr.; Parties Negotiating: R. Bunnell. Instructions: Price, Terms & Conditions. Report out. Meeting Adjourned. Wade Horton, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By: Annette Ramirez, Deputy Clerk of the Board of Supervisors September 10, 2020 01. 02.

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING The San Luis Obispo Architectural Review Commission will hold a Regular Meeting, Monday, September 21, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. on the items listed below. While the City encourages public participation, growing concern about the COVID-19 pandemic has required that public meetings be held via teleconference. Meetings can be viewed by joining the webinar or visiting the City’s electronic archive the day after the meeting to view the recording. Webinar registration details will be available on the agenda and the archive can be accessed from the City’s website at www.slocity.org. Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@ slocity.org. PUBLIC HEARING ITEM: 1. Development review of a mixed-use project within the manufacturing zone, consisting of 100 new residential units within an existing structure. The existing structure will also provide 34,408 square feet of office space, 78,825 square feet of warehouse space, and the existing restaurant that is 4,200 square feet. Project includes exterior improvements to the existing structure and exceptions to the Sign Regulations for the size and number of signs for various tenant spaces. Project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); Project address: 1150 Laurel; Case #: ARCH-0227-2020, USE-0228-2020; Zone: M-S; Laurel Creek, LLC, owner/ applicant. Contact Information: Kyle Bell – (805) 781-7524 – kbell@slocity.org The Architectural Review Commission may also discuss other hearing or business items before or after the item(s) listed above. If you challenge the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence distributed to the Architectural Review Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. The report will be available for review online 72 hours in advance of the meeting at https://www.slocity.org/ government/advisory-bodies/agendas-and-minutes/ architectural-review-commission. Please call the Community Development Department at (805) 781-7170 for more information, or to request an agenda report. September 10, 2020

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WHO: County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission WHEN: Thursday, September 24, 2020 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600. WHAT: Hearing to consider a request by Robert and Colleen Clarke to amend the open space easement and building envelope on Parcel 4 of recorded Tract 2287 (SUB2020-00046). The amended building envelope would be a minor relocation and an equal exchange of approximately 0.16 acre (6,970 square feet) of the existing building envelope located within the 10.7-acre lot. The proposed project is within the Residential Rural land use category and is located at 1001 Rimrock Lane, southeast of the San Luis Obispo Country Club Golf Course and Greystone Place, approximately 1,000 feet west of Country Club Drive and approximately two miles south of the City of San Luis Obispo. The site is in the San Luis Obispo Sub Area North of the San Luis Obispo Planning Area. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The Environmental Coordinator found that the previously adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration is adequate for the purposes of compliance with CEQA. Per State CEQA Guidelines (Sec. 15164(a), Sec. 15162) an Addendum to the adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared as the following conditions apply: 1) only minor technical changes or additions are necessary; 2) no substantial changes have been made or occurred that would require major revisions to the Mitigated Negative Declaration due to either new significant effects or substantial increases in the severity of previously identified significant effects; 3) substantial changes have not occurred with respect to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken; 4) no new information of substantial importance which was not known or could not have been known at the time of the adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration has been identified. No new mitigation measures have been proposed. County File Number: SUB2020-00046 Supervisorial District: District 3 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 044-491-048 Date Accepted: 08/03/2020 WHERE: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE based on the threat of COVID-19 as reflected in the Proclamations of Emergency issued by both the Governor of the State of California and the San Luis Obispo County Emergency Services Director as well as the Governor’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, until further notice all public meetings for the Department of Planning and Building for the County of San Luis Obispo will be closed to members of the public and non-essential County staff. The Department’s Notice of Temporary Procedures, which includes Instructions on how to view the meeting remotely and how to provide public comment are posted on the Department’s webpage at www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building/Boards-andCommissions.aspx. Additionally, hearing body members and officers may attend the meeting via teleconference and participate in the meeting to the same extent as if they were present. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Stephanie Fuhs, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600. If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing. Ramona Hedges, Secretary Planning Commission September 10, 2020

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF TENTATIVE ACTION / PUBLIC HEARING WHO: County of San Luis Obispo Planning Department Hearing WHEN: Friday, October 16, 2020 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600. WHAT: A request by Jon Roth for a Minor Use Permit (DRC2019-00265) to allow the construction of a 600-square-foot guesthouse with an attached 2,000-square-foot garage. San Luis Obispo County Code states that a guesthouse shall be located no more than 50 feet from the principle residence. The applicant is requesting a modification to locate the guesthouse 61 feet from the principle residence. This request also includes the construction of a 3,000-square-foot expansion to an existing 3,994-square-foot workshop. San Luis Obispo County Code states that a workshop shall not occupy an area greater than 40% of the floor area of the principle structure, except where the workshop is combined with a garage. The applicant is requesting a modification to allow a 6,994-square-foot workshop, which will exceed 100% of the floor area of the 3,097-square-foot principle structure. Since the workshop currently exceeds and is proposed to further exceed the square foot allowance, a Minor Use Permit is required. The project will result in the disturbance of 0.22 acres of a 68-acre parcel. The project site is in the El Pomar-Estrella Sub Area North County planning area. The proposed project is withing the Agricultural land use category and is located at 2225 Kit Fox Lane located approximately 1/2 mile east of the City of Paso Robles. Also to be considered at the hearing will be adoption of the Environmental Document prepared for the item. The Environmental Coordinator, after completion of the initial study, finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment, and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report is not necessary. Therefore, a Mitigated Negative has been issued on September 2, 2020 for this project. Mitigation measures are proposed to address Biological Resources and are included as conditions of approval. The Environmental Document is available for public review at the Department of Planning and Building, at the below address. A copy of the Environmental Document is also available on the Planning and Building Department website at www. sloplanning. org. Anyone interested in commenting on the proposed Environmental Document should submit a written statement and/or speak at the public hearing. Comments will be accepted up until completion of the public hearing(s). County File Number: DRC2019-00265 Supervisorial District: District 1 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 026-441-013 Date Accepted: 08/25/2020 WHERE: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE based on the threat of COVID-19 as reflected in the Proclamations of Emergency issued by both the Governor of the State of California and the San Luis Obispo County Emergency Services Director as well as the Governor’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, until further notice all public meetings for the Department of Planning and Building for the County of San Luis Obispo will be closed to members of the public and non-essential County staff. The Department’s Notice of Temporary Procedures, which includes Instructions on how to view the meeting remotely and how to provide public comment are posted on the Department’s webpage at www.slocounty.ca.gov/ Departments/Planning-Building/Boards-and-Commissions.aspx.Additionally, hearing body members and officers may attend the meeting via teleconference and participate in the meeting to the same extent as if they were present. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Holly Phipps, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600. TO REQUEST A PUBLIC HEARING This matter is tentatively scheduled to appear on the consent agenda, which means that it and any other items on the consent agenda can be acted upon by the hearing officer with a single motion. An applicant or interested party may request a public hearing on this matter. To do so, send a letter to this office at the address below or send an email to pdh@co.slo.ca.us by Friday, October 9, 2020 at 4:30 PM. The letter or email must include the language “I would like to request a hearing on DRC2019-00265.” If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing. Daniela Chavez, Secretary Planning Department Hearing September 10, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1726 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/30/2011) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STEVE’S HOME REPAIR, 2566 Newport Ave., Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Steven Truitt (2566 Newport Ave., Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Steven Truitt. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-2420. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 08-24-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1732 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/24/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MIKE’S QUALITY POOL & SPA REPAIR, 334 Uranus Ct., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Michael J Roy, Nanette Julia Roy (334 Uranus Ct., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Nanette Julia Roy, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 0825-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 08-25-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1733 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, OPEN OUTCRY WINES, 5414 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Hawks Hill Ranch Winery, LLC (8225 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Hawks Hill Ranch Winery, LLC, Thomas Christopher Kuyper, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-25-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 08-25-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1737 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, VALLEY OAK WELLNESS, VALLEY OAK WELLNESS & STRENGTH TRAINING, VALLEY OAK WELLNESS COACHING, 4940 Huasna Townsite Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Aidan Linsteadt, Olga Apolinarska (4940 Huasna Townsite Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Aidan Linsteadt. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-25-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 08-25-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1742 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, NIPOMO SWAP MEET, 263 North Frontage Rd., Nipomo, CA93444. San Luis Obispo County. Carnival Marketplaces, Inc. (263 North Frontage Rd., Nipomo, CA93444). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Carnival Marketplaces, Inc., Melissa Smith, Treasurer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-26-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-26-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1743 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TREE FACTORY, 2115 Willow Rd., Ste. B1, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. El Valle Originals LLC (2115 Willow Rd., Ste. B1, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ El Valle Originals LLC, Alejandro Mendoza Orozco/Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 0826-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-26-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1744 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/20/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, A B CLEANING, 179 Niblick Rd., #423, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Addrell R. Brewer (179 Niblick Rd., #423, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Addrell R. Brewer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-26-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 08-2625. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1745 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/20/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MATILIJA MOON, 450 Hathway Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Keli L Kuhn (450 Hathway Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Keli L Kuhn. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-26-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 0826-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1751 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/31/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SLO PAINT CO, 629 Garfield Pl., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Steve Anselm (629 Garfield Pl., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Steve Anselm, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-27-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 08-27-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1754 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/26/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, NO BS COW PRODUCTS, 548 Saratoga Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. David B Vagnoni (548 Saratoga Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433), Raffael Lichdi (1047 Maple St. Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An General Partnership /s/ David B Vagnoni, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-27-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 08-27-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1759 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/24/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SALT & LIGHT THERAPY, 1284 Drake Cir., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Matthew Steven Booth (1284 Drake Cir., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Matthew Steven Booth. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-27-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 08-27-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1764 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/27/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GOLDEN STATE DRONE SERVICES, 635 Sequoia Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Cory J. Upham (635 Sequoia Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Cory J. Upham. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-2820. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 08-28-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1765 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/28/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BLUE DIAMOND LANDSCAPES, 2770 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Edward Roman Wasniowski (2770 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Edward Roman Wasniowski, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-2820. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-28-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1766 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COAST-MOBILE NOTARY SERVICES, 1545 4th Street, Baywood-Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Sonya M Jackson (1545 4th Street, Baywood-Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sonya M Jackson, Notary Public. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-2820. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 08-28-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1768 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CULVER VINEYARDS, 5060 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Stella Vineyards, LLC (5060 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Stella Vineyards, LLC, Mitchell Culver, Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-28-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 08-28-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1779 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/29/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GRACIA BOUTIQUE, 37 Los Verdes Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Vanessa Gonzalez (37 Los Verdes Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Vanessa Gonzalez, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-31-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-31-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1787 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DEFALCO FAMILY WINES, 3230 Riverside Ave., Suite 190, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Gus Defalco (204 Columbia St., Newport Beach, CA 92660). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Gus L. Defalco, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-01-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 09-01-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1790 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/16/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, INVEST SLO, INVEST SLO REAL ESTATE GROUP, 350 James Way, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Abel Salomon Contreras (345 E. Foothill Blvd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Abel Salomon Contreras. This statement was filed with the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on NAME STATEMENT 09-02-20. I hereby certify that this FILE NO. 2020-1769 copy is a correct copy of the stateTRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE ment on file in my office. (Seal) (04/10/2017) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. New Filing Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 09-02-25. The following person is doing business as, TABLE – HEIDI PETERSEN September 10, 17, 24, & October CERAMICS, 22210 El Camino Real, 1, 2020 Santa Margarita, CA 93453. San Luis Obispo County. Heidi Petersen (22318 J. Street, Santa Margarita, CA 93453). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Heidi Petersen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-28-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 08-28-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1791 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SEA GLASS SALON, 1002 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Heather G Babcock (1571 16th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Heather G Babcock. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-02-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 09-02-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-1773 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/15/2006) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HAYWOOD & ASSOCIATES, 228 La Camarilla Pl., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Alan Haywood, Diane Haywood (228 La Camarilla Pl., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Alan FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Haywood. This statement was filed NAME STATEMENT with the County Clerk of San Luis FILE NO. 2020-1792 Obispo on 08-31-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE statement on file in my office. (Seal) (09/01/2020) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. AnNew Filing derson, Deputy. Exp. 08-31-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, The following person is doing busi2020 ness as, SHELL BEACH LNAD TEN-

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FILE NO. 2020-1774 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MOTHER BEAUTY, 222 N. Ocean Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Liana Alexia Moynier (14525 Cuesta Road, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Liana Alexia Moynier. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-31-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 08-31-25. September 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2020

ANCY AND COMMON, 750 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Toney Breault Trustee of Bruce Breault Family Trust (750 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449), Toney Breault (148 Santa Fe Ave., Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Toney Breault, Jack Paul Britton IV, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-0220. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-02-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1794 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/02/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DOWN THE ROAD MOTORS, 1921 Cienaga St., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Central Coast Auto Wholesale, Inc. (1921 Cienaga St., Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Central Coast Auto Wholesale, Inc., Nicholas J. Heiland, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-0220. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-02-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1795 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2010) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MR. FIX IT PLUMBING AND REPAIR LLC, 838 Alejandro Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Mr. Fix It Plumbing and Repair LLC (838 Alejandro Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Mr. Fix It Plumbing and Repair LLC, Flavio Rodriguez, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 0902-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 09-02-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1803 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/25/2015) New Filing The following person is doing business as, XPRESSFILL SYSTEMS LLC, 265 Prado Rd., Suite 1, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Xpressfill Systems LLC (265 Prado Rd., Suite 1, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Xpressfill Systems LLC, Randy Kingsbury, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-03-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 09-03-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-1808 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/05/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ENTHEOS ENTERPRISE, LLC, 1375 E. Grand Ave. #532, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Entheos Enterprise, LLC (1375 E. Grand Ave. #532, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Entheos Enterprise, LLC, Lauren L. Stevens, Officer/Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 0904-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 09-04-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1809 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/03/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BALL ENTERPRISE, 996 Balboa Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Raymund Paul Ballesteros (996 Balboa Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Raymund Paul Ballesteros, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-04-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 09-04-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

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FILE NO. 2020-1816 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST ILLUMINATIONS, 3715 Alisos Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Sarah Dawn Gibbs (3715 Alisos Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sarah D. Gibbs. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-04-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-04-25. September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: BARBARA WILKINS DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 20PR - 0233

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: BARBARA JEAN WILKINS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by PATTY BETTENCOURT in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests PATTY BETTENCOURT be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: September 15, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: SLO9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Law Office of Dennis James Balsamo, APLC 1303 E. Grand Ave., Ste. 103 Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

LEGAL NOTICES to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Jerry J. Howard Law Offices of John J. Thyne III 2000 State Street Santa Barbara, CA 93105

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: GRANT TAHARA SHIMADA A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by PORTLAND GRANT in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests PORTLAND GRANT be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: September 15, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm St., Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 20CVP-0279

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Serena Liliana Castaneda filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Serena Liliana Castaneda to PROPOSED NAME: Rosalinn Serena Beckensten

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 days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should August 27, September 3, & 10, 2020 not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the Notice of Public Lien Sale petition without a hearing.

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 20CV-0383

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Austin Logan Dunn Young, by and through his mother Carrie Anne Young filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Austin Logan Dunn Young to PROPOSED NAME: Austin Logan Young 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 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: 10/01/2020, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 at the Superior Court of California, August 27, September 3, & 10, 2020 County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to NOTICE OF Show Cause shall be published at PETITION TO least once each week for four sucADMINISTER cessive weeks prior to the date set ESTATE OF: for hearing on the petition in the GRANT TAHARA SHIMADA following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New DECEDENT Times

CASE NUMBER: 20PR - 0234

LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 10/21/2020, Time: 9:30 am, Dept. 2 By Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. 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: New Times Date: August 25, 2020 /s/: Linda D. Hurst, Judge of the Superior Court September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020.

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2020-1596 OLD FILE NO. 2017-0435 Oceano Inn, 1252 Pacific Blvd., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 02/15/2017. The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: David Yang, Leang Siv Yang (226 S. Lamer St., Burbank, CA 91506). This business was conducted by A Married Couple /s/ David Yang, Proprietor. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-06-2020. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By JA. Anderson, Deputy Clerk. August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, 2020

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO

NOTICE OF HEARING RE; DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE James Rempe, petitioner vs. Teresa Rempe respondent Case No.: FL09-0300

Date: July 28, 2020 /s/: Ginger E. Garrett, Judge of the OCTOBER 13, 2020 Superior Court August 20, 27, September 3, & 10, DEPT. 11 2020 TO TERESA REMPE: ORDER TO SHOW PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on OctoCAUSE FOR CHANGE ber 13, 2020, in Department 11 of the Superior Court of San Luis Obispo OF NAME CASE County, the petitioner, James Rempe, NUMBER: 20CVP-0259 will petition the Court for judgment of To all interested persons: dissolution of marriage. Petitioner: Mitchell Lee Colombo This hearing will take place via telefiled a petition with this court for a conference using the Zoom applicadecree changing names as follows: tion, or by calling telephone number PRESENT NAME: Mitchell Lee Co- (669)900-9128. The meeting ID# is lombo to PROPOSED NAME: Mitchell 840 2046 9603, and the meeting password# is 87893. Henry Thomas 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 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: 09/23/2020, Time: 9:30 am, Dept. P2 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. 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: New Times Date: August 11, 2020 /s/: Linda D. Hurst, Judge of the Superior Court August 27, September 3, 10, & 17, 2020.

Dated this 3 of September, 2020. /s/ Darren Christopher Murphy Attorney for petitioner, James Rempe September 10, 17, 24, & October 1, 2020

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(May 21-June 20): According to researcher Rosalind Cartwright, “Memory is never a precise duplicate of the original. It is a continuing act of creation.” Neurologist Oliver Sacks agrees, telling us, “Memories are not fixed or frozen, but are transformed, disassembled, reassembled, and recategorized with every act of recollection.” Reams of additional evidence also suggest that our experience of the past is always being transformed. In accordance with astrological potentials, I invite you to take advantage of this truth. Re-imagine your life story so it has more positive spins. Re-envision the plot threads so that redemption and rebirth are major features. Engage in a playful reworking of your memories so that the epic myth of your destiny serves your future happiness and success.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): All of us are susceptible to fooling ourselves and lying to ourselves. And all of us are susceptible to the cowardice that such self-sabotage generates. But the good news is that you Cancerians will have an expansive capacity to dissolve and rise above self-deception in the coming weeks—and will therefore be able to call on a great deal of courage. As Cancerian author and Buddhist teacher Pema Chödrön says, “The essence of bravery is being without self-deception.”

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Comedian and actor Aubrey Plaza bragged about the deal she made. “I sold my soul to the devil,” she said. “I’d like to thank the devil.” Plaza is quite popular and successful, so who knows? Maybe the Prince of Darkness did indeed give her a boost. But I really hope you don’t regard her as a role model in the coming weeks—not even in jest. What worked for Plaza won’t work for you. Diabolical influences that may seem tempting will not, in the long run, serve your interests—and may even sabotage them. Besides, more benevolent forces will be available to you, and at a better price.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Many of you Sagittarians specialize in generous breakthroughs and invigorating leaps of truth. Often, you make them look easy and natural—so much so that people may not realize how talented you are in generating them. I hope you adjust for that by giving yourself the proper acknowledgment and credit. If this phenomenon shows up in the coming weeks—and I suspect it might— please take strenuous measures to ensure that you register the fullness of your own accomplishments. To do so will be crucial in enabling those accomplishments to ripen to their highest potential.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Holocaust survivor and author Elie Wiesel wrote, “When you die and go to heaven, our maker is not going to ask, ‘Why didn’t you discover the cure for such and such? Why didn’t you become the Messiah?’ The only question we will be asked in that precious moment is, ‘Why didn’t you become you?’” I hope that serves as a stimulating challenge for you, Capricorn. The fact is that you are in an extended phase when it’s easier than usual to summon the audacity and ingenuity necessary to become more fully yourself than you have ever been before.

AQUARIUS

(July 23-Aug. 22): If you like, I will give you the waning crescent moon and the dawn breeze. Do you want them? How about sudden bursts of joy for no apparent reasons and a warm greeting from a person you thought had a problem with you? Would you be interested in having those experiences? And what about an unexpected insight into how to improve your financial situation and a message from the future about how to acquire more stability and security? Are those blessings you might enjoy? Everything I just named will be possible in the coming weeks—especially if you formulate a desire to receive them and ask life to provide them.

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Years ago, comedian Lenny Bruce observed, “Every day people are straying away from the church and going back to God.” His statement is even truer today than it was then. Pew Research Center, a nonpartisan think tank, has gathered the concrete evidence. Church attendance was way down even before the pandemic struck. Now it’s even lower. What does this have to do with you? In my astrological opinion, the coming months will be prime time for you to build your intimate and unique relationship with God rather than with institutions that have formulaic notions about who and what God is. A similar principle will be active in other ways, as well. You’ll thrive by drawing energy from actual sources and firsthand experiences rather than from systems and ideologies that supposedly represent those sources and experiences.

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(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Virgo poet Mary Oliver was renowned for giving herself permission. Permission to do what? To become a different person from the self she had been. To shed her familiar beliefs and adopt new ones. To treat every experience as an opportunity to experiment. To be at peace with uncertainty. I think you’ll be wise to give yourself all those permissions in the coming weeks—as well as others that would enhance your freedom to be and do whatever you want to be and do. Here’s another favorite Mary Oliver permission that I hope you’ll offer yourself: “And I say to my heart: rave on.”

(Feb. 19-March 20): Psychologist Carl Jung wrote, “The function of dreams is to restore our psychological balance by producing dream material that re-establishes the total psychic equilibrium.” According to my reading of the astrological omens, you especially need this kind of action right now. To expedite your healing process, meditate on what aspects of your life might have become too extreme or one-sided. Where could you apply compensatory energy to establish better equipoise? What top-heavy or lopsided or wobbly situations could benefit from bold, imaginative strokes of counterbalance? ∆

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