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orro Bay turned a couple of emergency ordinances into permanent ones in January, to the chagrin of homeless advocates and those living in certain encampments around the city. Initially proposed as a way to get people out of harm’s PACK IT UP Morro Bay recently passed ordinances way due to incoming winter designed to reduce the size of encampments in the storms and flooding hazards, city and lay down ground the ordinances are designed rules for where camps are allowed to be. to prevent encampments from getting too big. But advocates say the city isn’t doing enough to ensure that those living in encampments have temporary and/or permanent places to stay once their camps gets dispersed. Staff Writer Adrian Vincent Rosas writes about it [7]. Also this week, read about what the SLO Rent Coalition is aiming to do [8], the First Ladies of Disco in Arroyo Grande [18], and what Agridulce has in store for private dinners and events [24]. Camillia Lanham editor

BORN 1939, SANTA MARIA, CA - DECEASED 2023

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an Harris McBride Sr., son of Clifford and Dorothy McBride, and brother to his younger sister Barbara McBride, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2023. Born in Santa Maria and raised on Front Street of Avila Beach, Dan’s childhood memories were rooted in the back booth of his grandfather’s bar known as “Mac’s.” After numerous unsupervised pier jumps and spirited adventures in front of the one-room school, the teacher decided young Dan would just go ahead and join in at the early age of four. Graduating from San Luis Obispo High School, Dan went on to serve with the Seabees in the Navy out of Port Hueneme and was stationed in Chichijima, Japan. A master mechanic, fabricator, and engine builder, Dan found joy in various motorsports, particularly drag boat and dirt track racing. He served on numerous pit crews and dedicated his life to rebuilding and restoring boats and hot rods. Professionally, he ran his family business, McBride’s Plumbing, Heating & Sheet Metal. Dan met Michele, the love of his life and wife of 50 years, while she was a cocktail waitress at the original Motel Inn.

Dan is survived by his wife Michele, daughters Jodie, Dottie (Bob), Jan (Robbie), Lynn (Steve), and his son Dan Jr (Julianna). He is also survived by his grandchildren: Ryan (Danielle), Trey, Nicki, Travis, Mickayla, Blake, Sammie, Faith, Scarlet, and Zane, as well as great-grandchildren Hunter and Calleigh. Known for his ability to spin tall and untruthful tales that hooked many unsuspecting victims, Dan will be remembered for his infectious smile, quirky expressions of love, and his persistent “always willing to get it done” attitude.

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Supervisors want to set up redistricting commission through state legislation

includes requiring SLO County’s redistricting contacted the county to see if the supervisors were he San Luis Obispo County Board of commission to comprise 11 members drawn from a interested in seeking state legislation to create an Supervisors was divided as it tried to iron candidate pool of nine people from each of the five independent redistricting commission. Currently, out the framework for an independent supervisorial districts; requiring the commission to Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego, Fresno, Orange, redistricting commission to scrutinize and readjust conduct five public meetings including a workshop Kern, and Sacramento counties have commissions county district boundaries in 2031. before drawing maps for the 2031 redistricting set up that way. Fourth District Supervisor Jimmy Paulding cycle, and three public hearings after maps are In a 3-2 vote with Peschong and Arnold wanted voters to decide through a ballot measure, sketched; and requiring the commission to detail adding that it’s a way to remove “an abuse of power.” dissenting, the board opted for the legislative route. why it chose the final district boundaries within 21 The county now needs to submit a “spot bill” to “We all know what happened in the last days of adopting them. Laird’s office by Feb. 16. redistricting cycle,” he said at the Jan. 16 special Neither Peschong nor Arnold supported forming “Essentially, that is just a holding place indicating meeting. “It is my personal view that … it was a commission. we are seeking legislation for an independent intended to favor a political party.” Paulding is referring to the FILE PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM controversial Patten map—first drawn by county resident Richard Patten and adopted in December 2021 by the previous Board of Supervisors. Voter registration data showed that the Patten map gave the Republican Party wider advantage by dividing more Democrats into two districts and Republicans into three districts. Minutes after 1st District Supervisor John Peschong, Paulding’s predecessor Lynn Compton, and 5th District Supervisor Debbie Arnold greenlit the map, the SLO County Citizens for Good Government said it intended to sue the county. Alleging gerrymandering, the League of Women Voters of SLO County joined the lawsuit to overturn the map. Last year, the new Board of Supervisors settled litigation with the two groups, threw the Patten map out, and opted for a map with similar boundaries to the one adopted in 2011. At the Jan. 16 meeting, supervisors debated between seeking state legislation that could create an independent redistricting commission or placing a local MOVE FORWARD From left to right, 2nd, 4th, and 3rd District Supervisors Bruce Gibson, Jimmy Paulding, and Dawn Ortiz-Legg ordinance before voters. While 2nd District Supervisor Bruce Gibson said recently approved pursuing state legislation to set up an independent redistricting commission for SLO County. he’s “less committed to one path or Peschong leaned on the issue of rising costs to another,” he ultimately favored pursuing legislation. redistricting commission for San Luis Obispo County,” Neal told New Times via email. “From “If the Legislature is proceeding to create a reject it, adding that the county is facing a $28 million there, we will work with the senator’s office and blanket action for counties of a certain size that deficit. The county anticipates the 2030 redistricting assist in drafting legislation, which will go through seems likely to include us, maybe we should be out process to cost from $750,000 to $1 million. several layers of review in Sacramento, including there with what we want first, as a means of getting “In 2030 dollars, it’ll get around to $4 million to a review by legislative counsel to assure legal something that is best crafted to this county,” he $5 million to get this done,” he said. sufficiency.” said. Arnold said the redistricting commission takes By choosing this route, supervisors sidestepped Gibson mentioned that though he respected the away a duty the Board of Supervisors has always the cost associated with presenting an ordinance will of the voters, he hasn’t heard pushback about performed with the help of county staff. to voters in November, saving $51,000 in estimated creating a redistricting commission from anyone “I am very disappointed,” she said at the meeting. county funds needed to put it on the ballot. A ballot “I don’t think the Legislature necessarily always except for Peschong and Arnold. The handful of measure would have also required that any future community members who spoke during the public represents the people of San Luis Obispo County. If changes to the ordinance would need to go before comment period—including representatives from you have run a campaign at the county level, then voters—something supervisors wanted to avoid. the citizen groups that sued the county—also you know your people … and your boundaries. The board picked elements from the draft expressed support for setting up the commission. You can’t duplicate that with the Legislature in ordinance prepared by county staff and requested County Counsel Rita Neal told New Times Sacramento.” ∆ that Laird’s office include it in the legislation. This that state Sen. John Laird’s (D-Santa Cruz) office —Bulbul Rajagopal

Local port debates participating in wind energy project

Port San Luis could gain economic benefits from future offshore wind projects in the Morro Bay Wind Energy Area. Port San Luis Harbor District Director Suzy Watkins told New Times it’s important for people to remember that this isn’t a Morro Bay project,

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contrary to its name. “These areas are offshore in federal waters, which they refer to as Morro Bay, and it can get a little confusing,” she said. “I think that Morro Bay is just the closest harbor to the project, but it’s not actually in Morro Bay.” Watkins also said that Port San Luis is one of the many ports that could be chosen to help provide landside support, but nothing is official yet.

“There’s a lot of information out there and this is a very big and complex exercise, so at this point we are remaining engaged and collecting information because we want to be able to have factual discussions about all the pros and cons involved and figure out what the best option is,” she said. In May 2022, the U.S. Department of Interior auctioned off the first California wind energy NEWS continued page 5

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leasing areas off the coast of Humboldt and Morro Bay. The two areas were divided into five lease areas and auctioned off for a total of $757.1 million, according to an Aug. 22, 2023, Morro Bay staff report. The wind energy areas are located roughly 20 miles offshore but have several deployment and operational needs that will require landside support facilities. According to a Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) study released in January 2023, for a port to be considered eligible to provide support for offshore wind, it must meet certain design criteria. Some of those requirements include being a facility that can perform major maintenance on a fully assembled turbine system that can’t be performed offshore, such as replacing a blade; being a port site located in a navigable waterway that receives raw materials via road, rail, or waterborne transport; and being able to create larger POWERFUL POTENTIAL Aerospace groups often conduct launch tests of small craft at Paso components in the offshore wind supply Robles airport on pavement like where city Mayor John Hamon is standing. The airport could do chain. even more if it gets a spaceport license from the FAA. BOEM identified 15 ports that would be a good match, including Port San Luis and county,” the study states. statement ends Feb. 20. On Feb. 6 and 8, ports at the Diablo Canyon Power Plant and However, according to an Oct. 17, 2023, BOEM is holding virtual public meetings; in Morro Bay. harbor district staff report, if Port San Luis find out more at boem.gov. Watkins said participating in the project participates in this project, it would go —Samantha Herrera could bring much-needed investment to the against both the port’s master plan and its port. Port San Luis repairs and maintenance State Tidelands Grant and could contradict Paso City Council pushes are backlogged, Watkins said, and the harbor the port’s mission statement. for more airport staffing district constantly receives requests for “Our mission is to serve the public upgraded facilities that it doesn’t have the and continued spaceport with an array of commercial and money for. Offshore wind energy could give development recreational boating, fishing, and coastalthe harbor an opportunity to apply for more The Paso Robles Airport will receive a related opportunities, while ensuring an grants, which in turn provides the harbor boost in its efforts to modernize its airport environmentally responsible, safe, welldistrict with more funding. following the presentation of an updated managed, and financially sustainable harbor “This would lead to improvements on project plan at the Jan. 16 City Council that preserves our marine heritage and facilities and infrastructure that benefits all meeting. character,” the mission statement says. users, as well as help generate revenue that “I hope that we have shown you today how Offshore wind energy could impact air helps support our public facilities,” Watkins much effort we have put into this plan and quality, animals, wetlands, coastal habitats, said. “Piers are very, very expensive to why we believe that moving forward is the and commercial and recreational fishing, maintain and it would help us improve our best course of action,” Paso Robles Airport according to BOEM’s environmental impact maintenance of what we already have as well Manager Mark Scandalis said at the meeting. statement. as provide new access for people.” “This plan will also help dictate any growth “Project structures above the water could According to an April 2021 economic past the plan we have suggested today.” impact study by Cal Poly, offshore wind could affect the visual character defining historic The City Council voted unanimously, properties, properties of traditional religious create new jobs at the port that would extend 5-0, to support the plan, which Scandalis and cultural significance, and recreational into counties neighboring San Luis Obispo and his team felt could be implemented County through supply chain development— and tourism areas,” the study states. within the next three years. It includes “Additionally, the project could create spacevendors, contractors, and component recommendations for airport staffing, use conflicts with military activities, air manufacturers. revenue, security, signage, logo development, traffic, land-based radar services, cables, and “The regional economic model matches and a much-needed update to the airport’s scientific surveys.” employment at the specialized wind port long-neglected master plan. The public comment period for to the available workers in San Luis Obispo However, City Council members expressed stakeholders, organizations, federal agencies, County, which implicitly assumes that concern about the plan’s timeline and available workers in San Luis Obispo County and tribal, state, and local governments are employed at the specialized wind port priorities. to submit comments on the wind energy before jobsEaston are offered to workers outside the area’s programmatic environmental impact “There’s one thing I don’t understand: Why Everett w/Burly Thistles

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can’t we do more faster?” Councilmember Steve Gregory said at the meeting. “I don’t want to wait for three years when we have a surplus in funding [and] we have a young man here in Mark who wants to take this project on and go for it.” The airport has $180,300 in available funds that could pay for more staff to help Scandalis actualize the plan. Thanks to the city’s efforts to modernize the airport and lease it to outside groups—like the British Royal Airforce—the city would also have access to an additional $420,000 in funds as early as 2025. “I love the plan, but I feel kind of anxious [when] we have all this stuff and this surplus,” Gregory said at the meeting. “Mark needs administrative help, and as long as it’s managed properly, I think it’s important to take that next step and not wait, [especially] when he’s getting better and better at his job.” Mayor John Hamon agreed but said that the surplus funds could also go toward something he considered to be just as, if not more, important—continuing to move forward to develop the airport as a spaceport. The spaceport, which became one of the city’s goals for the airport in 2022, is part of Paso’s effort to make the city a hub for technological development and aerospace testing. While he lauded Scandalis’ vision and supported the plan, Hamon said he was concerned that the plan focused too much on staffing projections and not enough on developing and updating the airport master plan. Updating that plan should be the highest priority, Hamon said, as it was critical in moving the airport closer to gaining a spaceport license from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). “It hasn’t been done in almost 20 years, and if we are going to move forward with the spaceport, that is going to continue to be an anchor in our rear,” he said. “I think we dropped the ball when we could have had this process going to the FAA a long time ago.” Despite being reassured by Scandalis that the goals in the plan were being implemented concurrently with the spaceport project, Hamon said that the city needed to remain steadfast in its efforts to modernize. “If we are doing this, we need to do everything we can to stay ahead of the curve and not behind it,” he said at the meeting. “Let’s not drop the ball and forget things—we have the staff and we cannot wait.” —Adrian Vincent Rosas NEWS continued page 6

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New DOJ indictment details wire and bank fraud attempts by Ryan Wright

Criminal charges against Ryan Wright— the disgraced former executive of a San Luis Obispo development company—keep mounting as an alleged fraud scheme uncovered by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) comes to light. Wright, formerly known as Ryan Petetit, faces a new indictment of 14 counts of wire fraud, three counts of attempted bank fraud, and a count of access device fraud relating to a plan to develop luxury homes in Texas. The DOJ released its findings in December 2023. According to the DOJ, the new indictment supersedes and includes the three-count allegations filed in October 2023 about his bribes and gifts to then SLO County 3rd District Supervisor Adam Hill. In return, Hill reportedly eased the way for Wright’s development projects at the city level and voted favorably for his company’s projects as the county supervisor. “Defendant Wright would divert investor funds to pay for personal items including a luxury Beverly Hills condominium, home furnishings, high-end restaurants, nightclubs, bars, airline tickets and hotels for holidays and recreation, strip clubs, sporting events, gym memberships, health spas, groceries, clothing, automobile lease payments, medical expenses, and insurance,” the new indictment read. The document detailed that Wright worked with two unnamed partners over the

Most recently, from February to May last course of the fraud scheme that took place year, Wright fraudulently used a business from October 2021 to October 2023. One of them hired his consulting services to assist associate’s credit rating to get credit cards. her in a project to convert a 44-acre Texas He used those cards to spend money on Las ranch into a luxury home development. Vegas hotel rooms, sporting events, plastic According to the DOJ, despite knowing surgery, and legal services from attorneys who he was under investigation for the alleged could represent him in the federal corruption bribery scheme related to Hill, who died in investigation related to the bribery scheme, 2020, Wright solicited money for the luxury the December indictment said. home project and funneled investors’ money Wright’s trial date is set for May 14. If to pay for defense attorneys. However, he convicted, along with the total maximum told investors that their money would be sentence of 35 years for crimes stemming used to pay for the ranch’s acquisition and from the bribery scheme, he faces an development. additional 80 years of federal prison time for The indictment stated that Wright also the new charges. diverted some of that money to his wife, her —Bulbul Rajagopal business, a business operating in Orange County, and another person whom the original Oceano residents receive indictment labeled as “Co-Conspirator 1.” extension on federally “Defendant Wright would fail to disclose funded aid for utility bills to investors that … the contract had been Hundreds of Oceano residents have terminated in August 2022 due to the buyer’s breach and that the seller sued for the trouble paying their water and sewer bills on time. forfeiture of all investor funds that had been “Past-due bills vary each bimonthly cycle, paid into escrow,” the indictment read. In total, he raised approximately $2 million [but] for the December 2023 billing cycle, 434 late notices to customers were generated,” from investors even after the deal failed. OCSD Account Administrator Nicole Miller “Wright is also charged with fraudulently told New Times. seeking over $24 million in financing for But there’s help available—at least until the real estate deal after the project fell March. A federal program recently extended apart, which included causing an account its application deadline for people who to be opened in the company’s name and want to apply for help temporarily inflating it with paying those bills. The funds not intended for the Community Action project in order to deceive Partnership of San Luis the lender into believing the Send any news company had sufficient cash Obispo County (CAPSLO) or story tips to to close on the loan,” the DOJ is working with the news@newtimesslo.com. said in a statement. Oceano Community

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Services District (OCSD) to take applications for help with water and sewer bill payments. Miller said that residents facing financial difficulties should take advantage of this program. CAPSLO is facilitating the federally funded Low Income Household Water Assistance Program, a one-time program designed to help households that are facing the threat of disconnection, have already been disconnected, or need assistance with current water or wastewater bills. Applicants must be a SLO County resident, provide proof of state identification, be income eligible or have a household member currently receiving help from CalFresh or CalWORKS, and both water and sewer bills must be in the applicant’s name, according to CAPSLO’s website. Miller said residents need to act fast because the program was only extended for two more months. “The district was contacted in early 2022 to partner with them to support the community and is running until the end of March 2024,” she said. According to a press release about the program, many Oceano residents already qualify for it. “Households with an income below 60 percent of the state median income, such as $103,856 for a family of four, [are eligible],” the release said. An OCSD survey from December 2022 reported that the average median household income for the district is $52,020. Visit capslo.org/water-assistance to check for eligibility and to download the application. ∆ —Samantha Herrera

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Rather than moving homeless Morro Bay faces pushback people from point A to point on new camping ordinances B, Blacker said, the city needs

endy Blacker knows what living in a homeless encampment is like. She understands what it means when your whole life—filled with struggles against addiction and a loss of faith in the system—gets uprooted because your living situation has become untenable. “When it is all you have at that moment, it’s not just an easy process of packing everything up and leaving it behind,” Blacker said. “You are losing whatever concept of home you managed to build for yourself, so why would you want to leave?” Now, as a homeless services provider, she’s at a crossroads with the city of Morro Bay. She’s worked with the city to provide services through her nonprofit 805 Street Outreach since the City Council passed a new set of ordinances targeting encampments. Unanimously passing the two new ordinances on Jan. 9, the council voted to more strictly enforce against large homeless encampments and overnight car camping. The new rules follow those set by two emergency ordinances adopted by the city on Dec. 13, 2023. “We wanted to pass those emergency ordinances through the City Council at the time to ensure the safety of those in the large public camps that were living in waterways and high-risk flood zones,” Morro Bay Fire Chief Daniel McCrain said. “It was about getting those at risk out of risk as fast as we could within the realm of the law.” McCrain worked with Morro Bay Police Chief Amy Watkins and other city staff to formulate the ordinances over the last year in compliance with state law. The camping ordinance sets rules for where camps are and aren’t allowed, how large they can be, what activities are illegal, and the types of materials people can keep in their camps. “Our goal is to keep those camps small and allow them the safety of having a place to stay while keeping themselves and the city clean,” McCrain said. But the impact of the new ordinances leaves advocates like Blacker concerned that the city didn’t cover its bases. Both Blacker and residents who spoke during public comment at the Jan. 9 meeting said they saw people from encampments targeted by December’s urgency ordinances move to other areas of the city, such as behind schools and random sidewalks in hope of complying with the new rules. “If you really look at it, these people from these camps that had to move were shotgunned throughout the city,” Blacker said. “There is no place for them to go if they are not ready to get off the streets.” The ordinances did succeed in keeping those in encampments safe from potential flooding caused by rain, which Blacker agreed was a legitimate concern. However, she said those rules didn’t really solve the issues that drove them to an encampment in the first place. “I think the main issue myself and a lot of people with similar mindsets have with these ordinances is the fact that they don’t address the problem at hand,” Blacker said. “You are moving these people and spreading them out, and it’s not doing much to restore their faith in a system they feel has left them behind.”

to conduct more outreach to encampments and have more options for temporary and permanent housing. “What’s affecting and—to be frank—what is killing the homeless population out here is the lack of affordable housing and transitional housing options,” she said. “And that will take time to implement, so the best option outside of these ordinances, which again don’t change anything, is to go out and talk with them.” Because that trust isn’t there, she said, many in homeless encampments feel that even if they do accept the help of those promising a better place for them, they don’t see anything good come out of it in the long run. “Most homeless people have lost START SOMEWHERE Morro Bay recently passed new rules aimed at reducing the size of homeless faith in service providers—whether encampments in the city. that’s social services, veterans services, or health providers— The city developed the new ordinances, there’s this persistent lack of trust McCrain said, through outreach and onthat things will get better once you are the-ground interactions with those in the out,” Blacker said. “You need face-to-face interaction, you need city officials going out community and the encampments. “That will continue going forward as we and talking to these people, that’s the stuff want to ensure everyone understands our that will get people to work with you on goals,” he said. getting better.” While he understands that some, like However, Blacker does believe that Blacker and her organization, wish that Morro Bay has noble intentions with the the city would engage with the community ordinances it passed. more about their efforts, the city needs to “I had a moment where Chief Watkins, take action and not just talk to people about when we first started working together, where she came up and apologized to taking action. me,” Blacker said. “And I remember being “A lot of time people within the confused as to why, but then she clarified community and even the city staff itself and said, ‘I am sorry if there was ever a offer suggestions and ideas, but they never moment where you felt like the police force really go anywhere,” he said. “What is antagonized you when you were homeless.” important about these ordinances and the That humanizing moment was part of things we are doing going forward is the why Blacker wanted to work with the city to fact that they are actions, they are tangible, expand the work that 805 Street Outreach and they are getting things done.” provides in the community by setting up He’s hopeful that by continuing to listen shower stalls for people in encampments on to the community and work alongside Feb. 15. groups like 805 Street Outreach, Morro She agreed to provide the showers as part Bay can begin to regain that trust that of the city’s initial efforts to reach out to both he and Blacker consider to be vital to these communities. addressing removing people from these large “Just showing that level of kindness encampments as humanely as possible. to someone in that situation means so “There is public engagement from all much [especially] when you are homeless parties: residents, homeless individuals, like that and you have and city staff alike, that the opportunity to take is work to make sure we a nice warm shower, it are all taking meaningful is almost ethereal,” she Send any news action that helps everyone said. “I’ve made things or story tips to involved,” McCrain said. like these backpacks that news@newtimesslo.com. “Most importantly our are effectively a movable goal is to treat people in house in a bag, with a full these encampments with blanket, tent, everything you would need to the most compassion and care that we can.” live in one spot, but compact enough to get Blacker acknowledged that homelessness it and go.” is a long-term issue that isn’t going away McCrain acknowledged that the city anytime soon. needs to address homelessness outside of “Homelessness cannot be eradicated, but the ordinances with ongoing outreach to it can be eased,” Blacker said. “The people in encampments and by listening to homeless these camps need to have that trust in you advocates like Blacker. that things will get better—because once “We understand that this ordinance is they take that step, they are going to get not a one-size-fits-all solution; it was never better.” ∆ meant to be that,” he said. “We put a lot of work into these ordinances that was not Reach Staff Writer Adrian Vincent Rosas at just done in a vacuum. … It’s part of the arosas@newtimesslo.com. solution.”

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The SLO Rent Coalition and 5th District Supervisor candidate Susan Funk shed light on renter woes and potential solutions

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an Luis Obispo resident Diego Cervantez pays $1,000 per month to share a room with another tenant in a house with six people—and that doesn’t include utilities. “We’re paying upwards of $5,000 to $6,000 for my rental, and a lot of that issue of pricing is exacerbated by the fact that there is quite low rental availability in the city,” he told New Times. “When there is a much higher demand for rentals in the city, it contributes to driving up the prices.” Cervantez’s living situation, a common one for many SLO County renters, propelled him to join a tenant-led advocacy group called SLO Rent Coalition. It’s gaining steam through its community meetings and shoe-leather campaigns speaking up against rising rent, unsafe living conditions, and a lack of enforcement. “We want to make sure that houses are secure, they have good deadbolts, we don’t want situations where tenants are faced with black mold and toxic indoor air quality,” Cervantez said. “We also want to make sure that housing in San Luis Obispo County is economically viable and rental prices are not to a point where it’s out of reach for working-class people.” Cervantez and his fellow coalition member Tyler Coari demanded more accountability from the SLO City Council last summer regarding the community’s issues of substandard housing. At the time, the two spoke as Cal Poly students. Coari also approached the City Council last October as a member of Cal Poly’s Associated Students Incorporated to suggest better awareness programs that could help define what constitutes a code violation. As SLO Rent Coalition members, he and Cervantez canvass communities without an affiliation to Cal Poly. “Lack of enforcement is one of the very common issues renters faces that has been brought up consistently by our members,” Cervantez said. “In meetings, there’s been quite extensive talk where … when they go to their landlords, a lot of them have had experience that landlords tend to push off the issue or try to deflect blame on to the tenants, which is a lot of the time a breach of the lease.” He added that the city’s process of filing a complaint isn’t streamlined, and it’s especially hard when the tenant is vulnerable and fears retaliation from the landlord. Prior New Times reporting found SLO’s code enforcement hotline at (805) 594-8188 to be the city’s only mechanism for rental housing enforcement, with Community Development Director Michael Codron saying it doesn’t have a high call volume. Election campaign season is converging with the SLO Rent Coalition’s door-todoor canvassing, and Cervantez and Coari confirmed to New Times that several coalition members have been independently advocating that residents vote for local candidates who support robust housing rights. One of them is Atascadero City Councilmember Susan Funk, who is vying for the 5th District seat on the SLO

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COMMUNITY CONFERENCE Residents of all ages across SLO County gather roughly every few months to discuss renter issues as SLO Rent Coalition. The group’s upcoming meetings are posted on Instagram, and community members can also reach out via email at slorentcoalition@gmail.com.

about $40,000 a unit for a local contribution County Board of Supervisors. On March 5, fund of some kind. That includes fee waivers district constituents—who live in an area or long-term deferrals of impact fees, as that now includes part of Cal Poly and its well as direct contributions from something surrounding neighborhoods—will vote for that’s similar to inclusionary housing fees. either Funk or her opponent, Atascadero She also recommended that supervisors Mayor Heather Moreno, during the primary. Incumbent 5th District Supervisor tap into nontraditional but innovative groups like homeless service providers, Debbie Arnold isn’t running for reelection. Funk is familiar with the county’s ballooning school districts, and community colleges to prepare them to be housing developers. housing crisis. For the past three years and Another step forward in the direction of counting, she’s chaired the Homeless Services affordable housing can happen right in one’s Oversight Council through which she led the backyard, according to Funk. development of the countywide plan to cut “We need to make it easier for people to homelessness in half in five years. finance and construct accessory dwelling “The key issue for us is ultimately units on their properties because that’s a expanding supply of smaller places that form of housing that’s a win-win,” she said. can be more affordably rented. We’re in a “The homeowner gets income generation on context where the average house size has been increasing significantly but the average their property, it adds value to the property. It adds to the housing stock, and it’s stock household size has been declining,” the that’s not enormous. So, it has the potential Democrat said. “There is a lot of pressure on the market where households want their of being rented more affordably. It doesn’t own place that maybe aren’t that big. There’s take five to seven years in permission from of course a lot of sharing to make that work. God and everybody to make it happen!” Funk hasn’t met members of SLO Rent It’s why we have such a tight market now.” Funk added that even the term “affordable” Coalition yet but the group and its mission for better living conditions for renters are on must be approached in a relative sense. A her radar through its social media postings. balanced solution includes a range of units of She stressed the need to encourage and differing sizes, with some bigger houses also support landlords to be good ones. included to be profitable to developers. “Housing quality is a serious issue for The housing crisis developed over a long period of time, she said, adding that supervisors a lot of students and people with modest incomes who feel disempowered because weren’t proactive about addressing the issue. they don’t know their rights and aren’t Funk underscored the need for subsidized confident with enforcement because they housing where projects financed through don’t have an alternative,” she said. “I’ve had federal tax credits require local contributions people sobbing in my arms to make them work. because they were about to She criticized lose housing and they had supervisors for tried everything on the list.” dropping the ax on the Send any news Funk’s opponent and inclusionary housing or story tips to Atascadero Mayor Moreno program without news@newtimesslo.com. said she didn’t have replacing it with another availability to talk to New contribution plan. Times before press time. The inclusionary housing fund required For SLO Rent Coalition members developers to either add more affordable Cervantez and Coari, their primary mission units to their projects or pay in-lieu fees is to recruit more people around the county starting at $8 per square foot to bolster rather than immediately tackling policy future economical housing. change. More members means it’ll be easier “The county did something that was late to sustain their driving force, Coari said. to the game, it was underpowered and not “Our goal currently is to modernize local particularly well-organized, and not broad tenant protection, prevent ‘renoviction,’ and enough,” Funk said. “It didn’t generate that ensure working people have access to safe, much money and these projects don’t happen secure, and affordable housing they need that very quickly, so it was then rejected as, in our city to thrive,” he said. “That’s our ‘Well, it didn’t build us any housing.’ These are North Star.” ∆ units that take five to seven years and typically require six to eight different sources of funding with a local match contribution for every unit.” Reach Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal at brajagopal@newtimesslo.com. Funk has some ideas to help “pony up”

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healthy connection between someone’s mind, body, and soul is important for Rateb Nesari, who uses cannabis to help soothe those in pain. Nesari, who works for SLO CAL Roots Dispensary, said he started running a compassionate care program through the dispensary after his wife began suffering from mental illness, and Western medicine didn’t seem to help. By experimenting with different recipes, marijuana strains, and products, Nesari said his wife’s mental health started to improve. Inspired by the impact cannabis had on his wife, he decided to see whether marijuana could play a role in helping those with terminal illnesses mitigate the impacts that medications such as chemotherapy can have. “Twenty years ago, my friend’s grandma had cancer and she got down to about 80 pounds, so I decided to make Rick Simpson Oil, and that actually made her better,” he said. “After about three days, she actually was able to eat and within the first week she gained 10 pounds.” CANNABIS HEALTH PROGRAM Those in Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) is an oil made SLO CAL Roots’ compassionate care program receive baskets of donated products that aim from the flowers of the marijuana plant, to help them manage chronic pain or heal according to WebMD. holistically. SLO CAL Roots’ compassionate care program helps those who truly need have increased, it’s not enough to raise the cannabis as a medicine and can’t afford it number of patients the program can serve. due to high taxes that the retail marijuana “When a patient comes into my program, industry pays in California, Nesari said. Most of his patients are those who have cancer, are I don’t just give them free weed. We sit down and go over their diagnosis, what their in hospice, or have other terminal illnesses. symptoms are, and then we find a profile They receive products for free. that works for the patient,” he said. “This “Before cannabis was legalized, we had comes with food recipes, aroma therapies, Prop. 215, which allowed us to trade and and instructions. This isn’t just a free barter medical cannabis, and it kind of got forgotten about when they legalized cannabis program; I try to actually help them use the medication in a way that works for them best in 2018, so basically the medical patients were left out,” he said. “So those who donated medicinally.” Nesari said program sign-ups are usually products basically stopped donations by word of mouth from those who visit SLO because people didn’t want to pay taxes on CAL Roots Dispensary. those donated products, and it caused the “Most of the time it’s a family member like whole medicinal market of cannabis to go mom or dad who comes in and sees what I’m into the black market.” doing and tells me what the situation is with Over the years, Nesari said, he met the their loved one, and I tell them if they have a owner of Emerald Bay Extracts, a Stanford medical card to come see me,” he said. “We trained oncology and ICU nurse who donated their full-spectrum cannabis oil and also keep flyers around telling the public what this program does.” tablets weekly. Looking to grow this program to help “I wasn’t really getting a lot of products everyone in need, Nesari said he’s just hoping donated to me when I first started out. I more companies will donate. only had about 10 patients there, but then I “If businesses are willing to jump on board met Emerald Bay Extracts, and they helped and help my program then they are able to me out with the formalities of getting the get a tax exempt form from me, and I accept program going,” he said. “We actually had products that are close to expiring so the to cancel the program three or four times dispensary doesn’t have during the first six months to pay to destroy them, because I was just running and I’m able to offer larger out of items.” packages to patients,” he Nesari said that SLO Send business said. “My goal for this CAL Roots has a separate and nonprofit information to program is to get as many rack in the San Luis strokes@newtimesslo.com. people off the waitlist as I Obispo-based dispensary can and expand it.” that displays the companies that donate to the Fast facts compassionate care program. He added that • Have a desire to dip your toes in the SLO residents who visit the dispensary are world of politics? San Luis Obispo city has the ones who helped the program grow. 21 open positions on 14 different advisory “The community started buying those products, and that allowed us to bring in bodies that play a role in shaping city policies, more products and get more donations,” programs, and services. The deadline to he said. “This allows me to make regular apply is Jan. 21 and interested parties can deliveries to my patients in need.” visit slocity.org to learn more. ∆ The program is currently maxed out at 30 people with a pretty long waitlist, Reach Staff Writer Samantha Herrera at Nesari said. Although product donations sherrera@newtimesslo.com.

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BY CHARLES VARNI

Oceano’s getting better The Oceano Community Services District is starting a new era of positive change and leadership

he Oceano Community Services District (OCSD) has a new interim general manager with a stellar career of public organization management in the county and community services district. He is developing excellent relationships with all the directors through an inclusive process of transparency and involvement. Our first meeting of the new year was distinguished by a spirit of civility and cooperation. Linda Austin and I have agreed to both serve on the South San Luis Obispo County Sanitation District board and help lead a more thorough assessment of the long-term water quality and quantity resources in Oceano. Our new interim attorney is also a very experienced professional with decades of city government and community services district service. Past problems are being addressed and resolved as well as the directors and public being properly informed regarding district business as required by state law. Our new Parks and Recreation Committee

is implementing a $16,000 grant it wrote (at no cost to the district) to provide multiple field trips to state parks for all children at Oceano Elementary School during 2024. Also, our new Parks and Recreation committee is promoting a project to add 900 feet of guardrail to Highway 1 just north of the train overpass so pedestrians finally have a safe route to the beach. Currently when pedestrians exit the overpass sidewalk, they are guided directly onto the state highway with no protection. When this project is complete, inland Oceano residents will have a safe route to the beach for the first time in history. The Oceano Plaza at 17th and Beach streets, originally conceived in the 2013 Oceano Revitalization Plan, and fully supported by OCSD directors, will break ground early this spring with $1.8 million in funding from Caltrans and the SLO County Council of Governments. SLO County and the Council of Governments agreed to seek a $3.5 million

grant from Caltrans to complete sidewalks on three major streets in Oceano, improve dangerous intersections, and create two bike corridors. Many Oceano residents, two OCSD directors, Supervisor Jimmy Paulding, and local agency staff have worked together for more than two years to make this happen. A new $3 million capital improvement project to replace old water lines and infrastructure will begin this year. This project, initiated by OCSD directors, was supported and funded by U.S. Congressman Salud Carbajal (D-Santa Barbara). District directors helped mobilize community support for this effort, and our congressman listened, as he has many times in the past. Last week, the Shredder opened its column with this statement: “I don’t know why anyone gets into politics. Not only is it a thankless job, it’s a precarious one. You’re always one decision away from a recall attempt. Are politicians simply masochists who like being whipped by John and Jane Q. Citizen?” My reputation, over decades of leadership work in the private and public sphere, has been one of collegiality, mutual respect, fairness, and objectivity. It has also often been public volunteer work that challenges the status quo and powerful economic and political interests.

Have they ever been pissed off at me? Oh yeah. In 2018, Exxon and Chevron spent $8 million to defeat grassroots citizens’ Measure G, which I led and sought to ban new oil development in SLO County. I mobilized citizens against the Phillips 66 plan to ship tar sand oil though our county to its Nipomo refinery on dangerous mile-long oil trains. As an elected director, I argued against the Santa Maria Valley Water Conservation District filing a lawsuit over groundwater rights. I have been a proponent of a vehiclefree beach for Oceano and a redeveloped airport property. At times, I have become a lightning rod for some of the opposition who specialize in character assassination. But contrary to the Shredder’s theory, I am neither a masochist nor a victim. I am a working-class kid who got educated in the ’60s and chose a retired life of volunteer work on behalf of environmental, social, and economic justice—focused on the county and the community of Oceano. Grateful to be of service. ∆ Charles Varni is the board president of the Oceano Community Services District. Respond with a letter to the editor by emailing it to letters@newtimesslo.com.

LETTERS Affordable housing is a foundation for strong communities

A crucial concern that directly impacts our citizens’ well-being lies in the heart of our community: affordable housing. As the CEO of the SLO County Housing Trust Fund, a nonprofit affordable housing revolving loan fund, I want to share the significance of this challenge and advocate for its role in shaping our community’s future. Our mission is committed to increasing the supply of affordable housing in SLO County. The reasons behind this commitment are as diverse as the families and individuals we aim to serve. Here’s why affordable housing is so important:

• Stability and dignity: Affordable housing provides a stable foundation for families, offering them a sanctuary to put down roots and build a life. It ensures that hardworking individuals have a place to call home, fostering a sense of dignity and security that is fundamental to personal and community well-being. • Economic vitality: Affordable housing availability is directly linked to economic prosperity. It attracts a diverse workforce, ensuring that businesses in our community have access to a talent pool that can drive innovation and growth. When employees don’t have to navigate the challenges of unaffordable housing, they can focus more on their work, contributing to the overall economic vitality of the region. • Educational opportunities: Children thrive

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when they have a stable home environment. Affordable housing contributes to the educational success of our youth by reducing the stress and uncertainty associated with housing instability. A safe and secure home provides the foundation for children to excel academically and become the leaders of tomorrow. • Health and well-being: The link between housing and health is undeniable. Affordable housing promotes physical and mental well-being by offering families a refuge from the stressors associated with inadequate, unstable living conditions. It is an investment in the health of our community, preventing the negative consequences that arise when housing becomes a barrier to wellness.

• Community cohesion: Affordable housing fosters diverse and inclusive communities. It ensures that our neighborhoods are vibrant and rich with a mix of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. This diversity strengthens the fabric of our society, promoting understanding, empathy, and a sense of shared purpose among residents. Affordable housing is not merely about bricks and mortar; it is about building the foundation for a resilient, thriving, and inclusive community. Working together, we can create a community where everyone has the opportunity to flourish. Jeff Eckles CEO SLO County Housing Trust Fund

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BY JOHN DONEGAN

Disqualification D

ended up giving Trump three Supreme emocrats, dispirited after recent polls showing Donald Trump Court appointments. running ahead of Joe Biden, and And, are the acts that Trump is accused facing the unendurable possibility of of committing actually “insurrection,” a another four years of the Orange Beast, term usually associated with seizing power finally got a bit of encouraging news. One by force, and generalissimos in tanks on of their “Hail Mary” passes, the use of an the palace lawn? You charge him with lying obscure portion of the 14th Amendment about the outcome of the election, and barring anyone who has engaged in even created the term “election denier” to “insurrection” from holding office, appears condemn him, but is denying that you lost to have gotten a little traction, when both “insurrection”? Recall that Al Gore insisted Maine’s secretary of state, and the Colorado that he had won in 2000 and used legal Supreme Court, ordered Trump stricken tactics to try and overturn the count in from the ballot, although these orders Florida. Insurrection? Whining is protected were appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court. by the First Amendment. Just because you Similar actions in other states are pending. have suddenly discovered that disputing This development must be welcome. electoral outcomes is unforgivable does not After three years of soaring inflation make it insurrection. and high gas prices, skyrocketing crime, Asking an official to “find” more votes? an onslaught across an open border so Politicians cheat all the time, and while bad that even the blue Northern cities it is illegal and pretty sleazy, it is hardly are squealing under the load, the fiasco “insurrection.” in Afghanistan, and a The bottom line: To Democratic coalition that prove Trump guilty of is disintegrating over the insurrection, you will need Gaza war, things were not to show that he participated Send us your looking good. Combine in, or at least knew of, the views and opinion to that with Biden’s visible plans to invade the Capitol letters@newtimesslo.com. deterioration, a running and prevent the counting mate with as much appeal and certification of the vote. as week-old roadkill, and Disqualifying a candidate is an the lack of any viable alternative candidates extraordinary act, especially when this who could step in, and things were looking candidate is leading among the voters pretty grim. for the highest office. It is unavoidably But, before breaking out the champagne undemocratic, and sure to enrage a and the party poppers, a couple of things to substantial portion of the voters. It is not consider: something that should be done lightly or First, when was the formal while drunk on partisan passions. determination that Trump had engaged Still, the 14th Amendment says what it in insurrection made? While the 14th says, and must be applied. If our system Amendment doesn’t require a criminal is to survive the use of a remedy as conviction, it also doesn’t disqualify drastic as disqualification, it should be anyone who is merely “accused” of applied carefully, deliberately, and with insurrection or “believed” by someone to unquestionable fairness. It must not be be an insurrectionist. It is silent on the process. Thus, a factual determination by a seen as a “banana republic” bare political power play, to be avenged in kind at the next competent authority is necessary. opportunity. That would be a terrible road to The same 14th Amendment that sets head down. out this law also establishes the obligation My personal preference would be to see of the states to exercise due process in Trump out of the race and a more electable making such determinations. Allowing candidate running. Still, for the good of the partisan state officers to unilaterally country, Trump should be beaten at the determine whether the candidates of their ballot box, not by political stunt. ∆ opposing party should be disqualified— especially when they do so without a public John Donegan is a retired attorney in Pismo trial, nor receipt of competent evidence, Beach, who has never been an insurrectionist, nor the right of cross-examination—is not but who curses the government while doing his “due process.” taxes. Respond with a letter for publication Now, I realize that most of you just by emailing letters@newtimesslo.com. know that Trump is an insurrectionist and see the technicality of a trial as a waste of time. After all, The New York Times, This Week’s Online Poll CNN, social media, and the chattering VOTE AT WWW.NEWTIMESSLO.COM pundits all say he is, and his guilt is an Where do you like to spend article of faith among Democrats. 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hen it comes to an independent redistricting commission in San Luis Obispo County, two members of the Board of Supervisors are patently against it. Do you see what I did there? Let me spell it out for you: Those two conservative supervisors were also Pattently in favor of the Patten map—a district map proffered by Richard Patten of Arroyo Grande, championed by certain conservatives within the community (many of whom believed the local election was rigged in favor of Democrats, as Patten himself did), and adopted by a then conservative majority on the Board of Supervisors in 2021. It favored Republicans in three of the county’s five supervisorial districts, awarding conservatives more of an advantage than it should given the voter distribution in the county. A group of SLO County residents banded together and sued the county over the map, alleging gerrymandering and the adoption of an illegal supervisorial district map. The League of Women Voters of SLO County also joined in the fun! The Patten map didn’t actually do what it was supposed to, liberals gained a majority on the board in the 2022 election cycle and promptly settled the lawsuit, kicked out the map, and adopted a new map very similar to the pre-Patten map. How much do we think that whole situation cost the county? I have no idea, but someone should ask!

Since the Patten map made its first controversial appearance, residents have kicked around the idea of setting up an independent redistricting commission. It came up during 2021’s redistricting hearings with support from then minority liberals 2nd District Supervisor Bruce “I’m Always Right, But On The Left” Gibson and 3rd District Dawn “I’m More Of A Moderate” Ortiz-Legg. It gained absolutely no traction among the Republicans who reigned supreme but now reign no more. That didn’t stop 1st District Supervisor John “I’m Fiscally Conservative Unless It’s My Pet Project” Peschong and 5th District Supervisor Debbie “Down On Her Luck” Arnold from continuing their anti-commission arguments during a recent special meeting about creating an independent body to decide on the next map in 2031. Cost was Peschong’s hill to die on. Redistricting in 2030 could cost between $750,000 and $1 million. “In 2030 dollars, it’ll get around to $4 million to $5 million to get this done,” he said. The math, amirite? Gibson cut the Peschonginator off mid-soap box to stand on one of his own. “To argue against this on the matter of cost is consistent with Supervisor Peschong’s

Oh. Is that what happened? Seemed to be long-held assertion that somehow the a little more complicated than just unhappy original map adopted by the majority of this residents in the city of San Luis Obispo. I board met the Fair Maps Act. I think there’s doubt the League of Women Voters would probably only two people in this room who think that was in fact a fair map. In fact, have hopped into a lawsuit against the county the litigation that was filed on it made that if it was as simple as Arnold made it out to be. abundantly clear,” he responded. Always the victim, aren’t you, Debbie? Duh. It’s Peschong and the Arnold-aWhat’s it take for the county not to get saurus. She’s been voting in this county since sued after redistricting, which also costs she was 18 years old, she explained, and is money? 68 now. Apparently, nothing’s changed in Maybe it’s a redistricting commission 50 years. After going back and watching that’s independent—made up of Jane and redistricting discussions in 2011, she decided John Q. Citizen rather than elected and it was all good for her to support the Patten party officials who are easy scapegoats (either map in 2021. for good reason or not). The county was sued back then, too. It If you really think about it, an independent was a little different. Templeton didn’t want commission makes the most sense when to get broken up between districts and sued it comes to redrawing district boundaries on the basis that the new map split up a likethat could potentially favor one party over minded community—maintaining intact another, one community over another, communities within districts is one of the one segment of the population over others. goals of the redistricting process. A partisan body with built-in biases to But Arnold argued that it was essentially disregard the other party’s needs, wants, and the same decision in 2021. desires makes the least sense. “It was a 3-2 vote again. What makes even less sense ... The map didn’t go the is doing the same thing again way the community of and expecting a different result, Send us your Templeton wanted,” she just because that’s how it’s views and opinion to said. “I only bring that always been done. letters@newtimesslo.com. out because I’ve had two So in the name of progress, colleagues on the dais this SLO County is headed in an evening accuse me, and I independent redistricting suppose you too, Supervisor Peschong, of an commission direction thanks to the liberal abuse of power, when we were doing our job majority on the Board of Supervisors. Maybe and it was 3-2 the other way. This time, we unhappy Repubs can claim abuse of power? ∆ were hearing more from county constituents in the city of San Luis Obispo concerned in The Shredder abuses the powerful. Send tips the way lines were drawn.” to shredder@newtimesslo.com.

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Studios on the Park hosts a Vinpressions event with winemaker and artist Jordan Fiorentini on Thursday, Jan. 25, from 6 to 7 p.m. Fiorentini will guide guests though the Vinpressions process, which involves using drawing to express how different wines smell, taste, and feel while sipped. Admission is $40. Visit studiosonthepark.org for more event details. For more info on Vinpressions, visit epochwines.com/vinpressions. Studios on the Park is located at 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. —Caleb Wiseblood

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BOTSO: A CHARITY SCREENING Enjoy this acclaimed documentary about local music teacher and artist Botso Korisheli. Proceeds support SLO Youth Symphony. Jan. 25, 6 p.m. my805tix.com. Bay Theater, 464 Morro Bay Blvd, Morro Bay, 805-772-2444. CAMERA: A CHARITY FILM SCREENING The film, starring Beau Bridges, was partly shot on location in Morro Bay. This benefit screening will feature a special guest appearance. Jan. 20, 5 p.m. my805tix.com. Bay Theater, 464 Morro Bay Blvd, Morro Bay, 805-772-2444. CITIZEN KANE Part of the Salty Cinema Series. Jan. 19, 6 p.m. my805tix.com. Bay Theater, 464 Morro Bay Blvd, Morro Bay, 805-772-2444. COASTAL WINE AND PAINT PARTY Listen to music while enjoying an afternoon of creativity, sipping, and mingling. The party includes a complimentary glass of wine and canvas with materials. Saturdays, 12-2 p.m. $55. 805-394-5560. coastalwineandpaint.com. Harmony Cafe at the Pewter Plough, 824 Main St., Cambria. COSTA GALLERY SHOWCASES Features works by Ellen Jewett as well as 20 other local artists, and artists from southern and northern California. Thursdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sundays, 12-4 p.m. 559799-9632. costagallery.com. Costa Gallery, 2087 10th St., Los Osos. DEBRA PIAZZA: ACRYLIC, MIXED MEDIA ARTIST Piazza began her painting career during the pandemic, and uses handmade collage papers, and/or anything she can find to enhance the texture of a flat canvas. Exhibiting at Morro Made, Rustic Diamond, Morro Bay Art Association, Cayucos Makers,

and Mea Winery. ongoing 650-888-2168. artbypiazza.com. Morro Made, 490 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay. DRAWING/PAINTING GROUP CCA holds still life drawing/painting sessions in the Green Room at Cambria Center for the Arts. You will need to bring your own supplies, including an easel if you choose to paint. Fourth Thursday of every month, 1-3:30 p.m. through Feb. 25 $10. 805-927-8190. cambriacenterforthearts.org. Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria. LITTLE GIANTS Part of the Salty Cinema Series. Jan. 24, 6 p.m. my805tix.com/. Bay Theater, 464 Morro Bay Blvd, Morro Bay, 805-772-2444. METAL ART BY TRUDI GILLIAM Gilliam creates her sculptures using copper, brass, nickel/silver, and found objects. This new series of whales and birds uses copper and sea glass. ongoing 805-772-9955. Seven Sisters Gallery, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 8, Morro Bay, sevensistersgalleryca.com. OIL PAINTINGS BY RON DIEB “My oil paintings explore possibilities through thickly applied, vibrant color utilized freely with both knives and brushes. Hopefully, my art will attract and engage others to appreciate the glimpses of beauty that surrounds us all,” the artist stated. Mondays, Wednesdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through Jan. 29 Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare. com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay. PEACE WITH ART: AN INTIMATE BECOME THE ART EXPERIENCE An intimate, empowering experience where you will go home with a painting that you created, and are the artwork itself. Jan. 26, 5-8 p.m. my805tix.com/. Bare Heart, 1333 Van Beurden Drive, suite 201, Los Osos. THE PERFECT STORM Part of the Salty Cinema Series. Jan. 23, 6-8 p.m.

my805tix.com. Bay Theater, 464 Morro Bay Blvd, Morro Bay, 805-772-2444. THE PLEIN AIR TEAM Acrylic artist, Nancy Lynn, and husband, watercolorist, Robert Fleming, have an ongoing show of originals and giclee prints of Morro Bay and local birds. ongoing 805-772-9955. Seven Sisters Gallery, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 8, Morro Bay, sevensistersgalleryca.com. WINTER GARDEN INTERACTIVE WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP This threehour watercolor workshop introduces the basics of drawing and watercolor painting techniques, mixing colors, and color application. Fred Ventura will emphasize the steps artists take to create accurate images of birds using watercolors. Jan. 26, 12-3 p.m. $50. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. NORTH SLO COUNTY

FRANK EBER: PRESENCE AND ABSENCE A special pop-up show in the Studio Spotlight space. Featuring the talented Frank Eber. The show will highlight a variety of Eber’s work that explores nature’s transitions in painting. Through March 25 805-238-9800. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. LIFE DRAWING For ages 18 and older. A bimonthly figure drawing workshop with a live nude model. Coffee and cookies provided. Jan. 24, 4:30-6:30 p.m. $25. 805-400-9107. artsocial805.com. ArtSocial 805 Creative Campus, 3340 Ramada Drive, suite 2C, Paso Robles. LIVE FIGURE DRAWING Uninstructed Live Figure Drawing sessions hosted on the third Thursday of each month. Open to all artists ages 18 and older. Please bring your own art supplies. We will have chairs, tables, and a nude model to sketch. Note: no class in December. Third

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.

Thursday of every month, 1-4 p.m. $20. 805-238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/ classes-workshops/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. MOSAIC MIRROR WORKSHOP Create a unique 10” inch mosaic mirror in this twoday workshop. The first day attendees will cut the glass, design, and glue. The next day, they’ll grout the pieces. All materials included. Jan. 20, 10 a.m.-noon and Jan. 21, 12-1 p.m. $80. 805-464-2633. glassheadstudio.com. Glasshead Studio, 8793 Plata Lane, Suite H, Atascadero. PAJAMAS AND PAINTING Get your PJs on, grab your bestie, and join ArtSocial 805 at the Creative Campus for a Pajama Party. Features a painting project, music, bites, drinks, and a goodie bag for each guest. Jan. 20, 6-9 p.m. $55. 805-400-9107. artsocial805. com. ArtSocial 805 Creative Campus, 3340 Ramada Drive, suite 2C, Paso Robles. SIP N’ SKETCH Bring your own supplies (or borrow some of our’s) and paint or sketch a themed live-model or still life under the guidance of Studios resident artists. See website for the specific theme of the month. Your first glass of wine is included in price. Third Saturday of every month, 6-9 p.m. $20. 805-2389800. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. STUDIOS ON THE PARK: CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS Check site for a variety of classes and workshops offered. ongoing studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, 805-238-9800. THIRD SATURDAY: COLORBAR AND WINE Experience watercolor painting with the unique COLORbar. Create your own masterpiece by filling in a pre-drawn original design by professional local artists. Your participation fee of $10 includes all supplies, and supports the venue’s essential arts programming. Wine available

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for additional $10. Jan. 20, 6-9 p.m. $10. 805238-9800. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. SAN LUIS OBISPO

ALISA SIKELIANOS-CARTER The Alisa Sikelianos-Carter exhibition at SLOMA will promote an emerging female artist of color whose works are inspired by the stories of her Black ancestors and traditionally Black hairstyles, centered on ancestral power and mythology. Through March 10, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-543-8562. sloma. org/exhibition/alisa-sikelianos-carter/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. BE A TREE PAINTER WITH CATHERINE LEMOINE Try your hand at this coastal oak tree project. See what you can do to make it interesting and change the background to match your thought pattern. There is a lot to learn about tree painting. Join for half a day or full day. Jan. 20, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. & 1:30-4 p.m. $45 for half-day; $75 for full day. 805863-4287. artcentralslo.com. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. BEGINNERS STAND-UP CLASS This class is designed to introduce the foundational elements of stand-up comedy. Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. through Feb. 13 my805tix.com. Central Coast Comedy Theater Training Center, 2078 Parker Street, Suite 200, San Luis Obispo, 805-858-8255. BEYOND THE BASICS OF WATERCOLOR WITH VIRGINIA MACK This is a class for those who love imagining ways to further their visual expressions. A watercolor-based course, but one that branches out into other media. Fourth Thursday of every month, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $35 per class. 805-7474200. artcentralslo.com. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. CLAY BABY HANDPRINTS Offers a unique experience of pressing your baby’s hand/ foot into clay so parents can cherish this time forever. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Sundays $55. anamcre.com/babyhandprints. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. COMEDY NIGHT Professional comedy show featuring local and touring comics. Hosted by Aidan Candelario. Third Thursday of every month, 7-9 p.m. $5. 805-540-8300. Bang the Drum Brewery,

1150 Laurel Lane, suite 130, San Luis Obispo, bangthedrumbrewery.com. ENHANCE YOUR CREATIVITY WITH JASON MAYR Give your creativity the gift of a jump start in the New Year. You’ll be led through exercises and examples to gain insight and inspiration that will fuel you forward in 2024. All levels are welcome. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. through Feb. 22 $185 for 5 sessions. 805-234-6940. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, artcentralslo.wordpress.com. IMPROV 101: INTRODUCTION TO IMPROV COMEDY CLASS A great way to explore performance and try comedy out in a positive, welcoming environment. Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. through Feb. 14 my805tix.com. Central Coast Comedy Theater Training Center, 2078 Parker Street, Suite 200, San Luis Obispo, 805-858-8255. IMPROV COMEDY SHOW Hosted by Central Coast Comedy Theater. Jan. 18, 6-8 p.m. my805tix.com. SLO Wine and Beer Company, 3536 S. Higuera St., suite 250, San Luis Obispo, 805-544-9463. INTERMEDIATE OIL PAINTING: ADULT ART CLASS This class is for students who may have tried oil painting in the past but are looking to advance their skill levels. Color theory and proportion study will be a focus in the class. Mondays, 2-5 p.m. $30 per student or $75 for 3 classes. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo.com/ workshops-events/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY AND ART Owen and Kyoko Hunt from Kyoto, Japan offer classes for Japanese calligraphy (Fridays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.), a Japanese art called “haiga” (Fridays, 10-11:30 a.m.) and more at Nesting Hawk Ranch. Fridays $45. 702-335-0730. Nesting Hawk Ranch, Call for address, San Luis Obispo. LEAH ROSENBERG Rosenberg works across artistic media to spark new experiences of color. Using painting, installation, printmaking, sculpture, performance, and video, she invites viewers to consider how color can be perceived both multi-sensorially and multi-dimensionally. Through April 1 Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org. San Luis Obispo ARTS continued page 14

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Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. LEARN TO WEAVE MONDAYS An opportunity to learn how a four-shaft loom works. You will get acquainted as a new weaver or as a refresher with lots of tips and tricks. This class includes getting to know a loom, how to prepare/dress a loom, and much much more. Mondays, 1-4 p.m. $75 monthly. 805-441-8257. Patricia Martin: Whispering Vista Studios, 224 Squire Canyon Rd, San Luis Obispo, patriciamartinartist.com. LESLIE SUTCLIFFE This installation consists of 96 panels, any number of which can be assembled and reassembled in a multitude of ways. Initially, the individual panels were inspired by the rich visual imagery in Italo Calvino’s Six Memos for the Next Millennium. Through Jan. 29 Free. 805-543-8562. sloma. org/exhibition/mementos-of-six-millennia/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. ORCHESIS DANCE COMPANY PRESENTS RETROGRADE Retrograde is inspired by the namesake compositional tool that employs manipulating movement phrases in pure reverse, like watching video backward. Reversing phrases creates new ways of looking at prior material. All choreographers are tasked with incorporating a moment or more of retrograde within their dances. ThursdaysSundays, 7:30 p.m. and Jan. 20, 2 p.m. through Jan. 27 $20 general admission. theatredance.calpoly.edu/orchesisretrograde-winter-2024. Spanos Theatre, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7113. PARENT-CHILD POTTERY CLASS Make lasting memories with clay together as a family. For ages 6 and over. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon $70. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, anamcre.com. RICE PAPER COLLAGE: MONARCH SEASON WITH LINDA CUNNINGHAM Receive step by step instruction for creating

a beautiful Monarch Butterfly-themed rice paper collage. You’ll use hand painted rice papers and acrylic paints. Beginners are welcome and no experience is necessary. Jan. 27, 1-4:30 p.m. $40. 805-478-2158. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, artcentralslo.wordpress.com. SCULPTURE CLASS WITH ROD PEREZ This weekly sculpture drop-in class gives an opportunity for potters to take on new projects and learn new techniques relating to sculptural work. Additionally, every first Friday of the month, a new project will be taught by Rod Perez for beginners. Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon $40. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. SLOFUNNY COMEDY SHOW Hosted by Daniel Eachus (Dry Bar Comedy), with Mark Fernandez, Cat Alvarado, Featuring Anthony K. With Headliner Subhah Agarwal. Jan. 27, 6:30 & 9 p.m. my805tix. com/. Dairy Creek Golf Course, 2990 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo, 805-782-8060. SUITE SURRENDER It’s 1942, and two of Hollywood’s biggest divas have descended upon the luxurious Palm Beach Royale Hotel — assistants, luggage, and legendary feud with one another in tow. Everything seems to be in order, until they are somehow assigned to the same suite. WednesdaysSundays, 7-9 p.m. and Saturdays, Sundays, 2-4 p.m. through Jan. 21 $15-$25. 805-7862440. slorep.org/shows/suite-surrender/. SLO Rep, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. UBU’S OTHER SHOE STAGED READING: THE REVOLUTIONISTS Four beautiful, badass women lose their heads in this irreverent, girl-powered comedy set during the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror. This grand and dream-tweaked comedy is about violence and legacy, art and activism, feminism and terrorism, and how we actually go about changing the world. Jan. 26-27, 7-8:30 p.m. and Jan. 27, 2-3:30 p.m. $15-$25. 805-7862440. slorep.org/shows/the-revolutionists/. SLO Rep, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. VIRGINIA MACK: BEGINNING

WATERCOLOR This is a watercolor class designed to let you jump in and try out this engaging medium through experimentation. It’s designed for beginners and those with watercolor experience who wish to expand their knowledge of painting in watercolors. To enroll please contact Mack via email: vbmack@charter.net Wednesdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. $35. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo. com/workshops-events/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

NEW WORKS BY STEVE ANDREWS Andrews’ artwork will be on display during January and February at The Clark Center. Through Feb. 29 805-489-9444. clarkcenter.org/about/visual-artsexhibit/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

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BREATHE AND STRETCH: BAYSIDE MARTIAL ARTS This class for ages 18 and over is a hybrid of yoga, active isolated, resistance stretching, and more. Breath work is incorporated throughout. You must be able to get down onto the floor and back up again. Please bring a mat and some water to stay hydrated. Sundays, 9-10 a.m. $15 session. 415-516-5214. Bayside Martial Arts, 1200 2nd St., Los Osos. BREATHE AND STRETCH: OMNI STUDIO This class for ages 18 and over is a hybrid of yoga, active isolated, resistance stretching, and more. Breath work is incorporated throughout. You must be able to get down onto the floor and back up again. Please bring a mat and some water to stay hydrated. Tuesdays, 5:306:30 p.m. $15 session. 415-516-5214. Omni Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay. CAMBRIA MYCOLOGY IMMERSION

2024 Two days of fungal education, identification, and connection in Cambria. Mycologists Taye and Ryath will be leading. Jan. 20, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Jan. 21, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $60-$100. 805-395-9323. plantaeandfungi.com. Plantae and Fungi, 750 Sheffield St., Cambria. CENTRAL COAST SLIM DOWN Take control of food without suffering. Learn a step-by-step process to take control of overeating, cravings, and feel peace with food. Build the habits, mindset, and your unique path with results that stick. Hosted byTami Cruz (Certified Health/Life Coach) and Dana Charvet (Coach/Fitness Trainer). ongoing Call for pricing info. 805-235-7978. gratefulbodyhealthcoaching.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS MEETING Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a Twelve Step recovery program for anyone who desires to have healthy and loving relationships with themselves and others. Meeting is hybrid (both in person and on Zoom). For information, call 805-900-5237. Saturdays, 1-2:15 p.m. Free. thecambriaconnection.org/. Cambria Connection, 1069 Main St., Cambria, (805) 927-1654. ENJOY AXE THROWING Enjoy the art of axe throwing in a safe and fun environment. Kids ages 10 and older are welcome with an adult. No personal axes please. Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and Saturdays, 12-6 p.m. $20. 805-528-4880. baysidemartialarts.com. Bayside Martial Arts, 1200 2nd St., Los Osos. FOOD AND GREEN WASTE: NOT WASTE BUT A RESOURCE Thomas Gratz of Hitachi Zosen Inova discusses using organic waste to produce renewable energy and beneficial soil amendments instead of disposing in landfills. Gratz was involved in the commissioning of the SLO Kompogas Facility, which has been converting organic waste into natural compost since 2018. Sponsored by the Los Osos Valley Garden Club. Jan. 21, 2-4 p.m. Free. lovgardenclub.com. First

Baptist Church of Los Osos, 1900 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos, 805-528-3066. FREE OUTRIGGER CANOE DEMO DAYS Athletes wanted. Pale Kai Outrigger is a nonprofit outrigger canoe club. The club offers competitive Hawaiianstyle outrigger canoe racing for men and women and are opening up club registration for 2024. All levels and abilities welcome. Space is limited. Signup online now. Every other Saturday, 8-10 & 10 a.m.-noon through Feb. 25 Free. palekai. org/joinus/. Coleman Park, Morro Bay, 101 Coleman Drive, Morro Bay, (805) 772-6278. FULL MOON CEREMONY AND 2024 INTENTION SETTING Manifest your most heartfelt desires in 2024. Jan. 25, 7-8:30 p.m. my805tix.com/. 9th Limb Yoga, 845 Napa Ave., Morro Bay, 415-852-1787. INTRO TO GOLD-FILLED AND STERLING SILVER Apply the soldering techniques learned in Metalsmithing 1 to create a pair of metal and stone earrings. Workshop will go over design, metal preparation, texture, shaping, and finishing. Students will walk away with a pair of hand fabricated earrings. Jan. 20, 4 p.m. $90. 805-927-8190. cambriaarts.org. Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria. MORRO BAY MIXED MARTIAL ARTS Disciplines include advanced athletic performance fitness training, Thai kickboxing, and more. Beginners to advanced students welcome. Day and evening classes offered. MondaysSaturdays, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for more info. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. SLO TEASE: STILL HUNGRY Beer and cocktails will be sold at this burlesque show, with the award-winning Robin Wolf from SLO Bitter Co. mixing and pouring. All profits from snack and drink sales donated to Lumina Alliance. Jan. 19, 8 p.m. and Jan. 20, 8 p.m. my805tix.com. South Bay Community Center, 2180 Palisades Ave., Los Osos. TAI CHI BASICS Visit site for more details

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on this ongoing, weekly Tai Chi program. Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. $10-$12. 805-7727486. fitnessworksmb.com. FitnessWorks, 500 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay. TAI CHI CHUN CERTIFICATION With the 2019 Tai Chi Instructor of the year. Ongoing courses. ongoing Call for price. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. TAI CHI CHUN/ QI GONG BASICS Learn the foundation of Qi Gong, the rooting of breathing, and Shaolin Tai Chi. TuesdaysThursdays Call for details. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. ZEN IN MOTION Learn the Shaolin Water Style and other deep breathing and moving meditation techniques with the 2019 Taijiquan Instructor of the Year. Beginners Welcome.Instructor Certification Courses available. Mondays, Wednesdays Call for details. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts. com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. NORTH SLO COUNTY

GODDESS GROUP Please join Oracle Owner/Intuitive Medium, Tiffany Klemz, for this twice monthly, Goddess Group. The intention of this group is to curate connection, inspiration, unity, and empowerment. Every other Tuesday, 6:30-8 p.m. $11. 805-464-2838. oracleatascaderoca. com. Oracle, 6280 Palma Ave., Atascadero. 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. 805-4412164. North County Connection, 8600 Atascadero Ave., Atascadero. TOPS SUPPORT GROUP: WEIGHT LOSS AND MAINTENANCE A self-help support group focusing on weight loss and maintenance. Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. 805242-2421. tops.org. Santa Margarita Senior Center, 2210 H St., Santa Margarita. CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 15

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Local artist Fred Ventura will lead his upcoming Birds of the Winter Garden workshops at Trilogy Monarch Dunes in Nipomo on Friday, Jan. 19, and Art Center Morro Bay on Friday, Jan. 26, from noon to 3 p.m. both days. Participants of both classes will learn various techniques related to painting birds in watercolor. Visit venturaes. com/workshops for more info. Ventura’s own bird art will be on display at Art Center Morro Bay through Monday, Feb. 19. —C.W. CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 14 SAN LUIS OBISPO

BEYOND MINDFULNESS Realize your potential through individualized meditation instruction with an experienced teacher via Zoom. This class is for those who wish to begin a practice or seek to deepen an existing one. Flexible days and times. Certified with IMTA. Email or text for information. Mondays-Sundays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Sliding scale. 559-905-9274. theartofsilence.net. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. BIRDS AND BOTANY MONTHLY WALK AT SLO BOTANICAL GARDEN The Garden is excited to present a monthly bird walk series on the fourth Thursday of every month which explores the intersection of birds and botany. Fourth Thursday of every month, 8-11 a.m. $10 for Garden Members; $40 for general public. 805541-1400. slobg.org. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo. BOARD PRESIDENT/CHAIR ROUNDTABLE (FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS) Facilitated peer networking and problem-solving opportunities. Participants share good news, something that’s “keeping them up at night,” or discuss a “spotlight topic.” Confidentiality encourages mutual support and a candid exchange of ideas. Please register. Jan. 18, 1-2 p.m. $10; Free for Spokes members. 805-547-2244. spokesfornonprofits.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. CITY FARM SLO’S YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM Check site for more info on programming and summer camps. ongoing cityfarmslo.org. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO. FOSTERING COMMON PURPOSE WITHIN THE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, PROTECTION, AND BEAUTIFICATION SECTOR (FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS) This roundtable gathers representatives from local nonprofits that serve to promote environmental quality, protection, and beautification, to accomplish the following: build relationships between those in the same nonprofit sector; share challenges, successes, and opportunities; and seek and receive feedback and support from peers. Jan. 24, 10-11 a.m. Free. 805-547-2244. spokesfornonprofits.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. GROUNDSWELL INTERNATIONAL: 15TH ANNIVERSARY Hear how GI promotes sustainable ag in vulnerable countries; a positive force in fighting climate change. Refreshments provided. Questions and RSVP: 805-235-5778. Event is not sponsored by the United Church of Christ (host is renting the venue). Jan. 27, 2-4 p.m. Free. 805-235-5778. United Church of Christ (Congregational) of San Luis Obispo, 11245 Los Osos Valley Rd., San Luis Obispo. HEALING DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP A safe place to share life experiences with those who have depression or have had and recovered from the devastating effects of depression. Mondays, 6-7 p.m. through Dec. 30 Free. 805-528-3194. Hope House Wellness Center, 1306 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo. KICK-OFF PARTY Gather to enjoy food, drink, and live music, and to hear from local leaders

and community members about what’s in store for 2024. Be inspired and learn how you can take action and make a difference in this upcoming year. Jan. 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free entry. San Luis Obispo Library Community Room, 995 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-781-5991. MASTERING PRESS RELEASES FOR FREE PUBLICITY (FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS) When crafted skillfully, press releases have the potential to generate valuable publicity for your nonprofit event or organization. In this class, you’ll learn and practice a simple formula for creating an effective press release. You’ll also learn tips for how to distribute it to media. Jan. 18, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $60; $35 for Spokes members. 805-547-2244. spokesfornonprofits.org. People’s Self-Help Housing, 1060 Kendall Road, San Luis Obispo. MINDFULNESS AND MEDITATION (ONLINE MEETING) Zoom series hosted by TMHA. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon Transitions Mental Health Warehouse, 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-270-3346. PUPPY SOCIAL HOUR Puppies (10 weeks to 5 months old) will learn appropriate play style with other pups, acceptable manners with people, tolerance for gentle restraints, confidence with the approach of friendly strangers, and more. Saturdays, 9 a.m. and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. $25. 805-543-9316. woodshumanesociety.org/ training/. Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave., San Luis Obispo. Q YOUTH GROUP (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) This is a social support group for LGBTQ+ and questioning youth between the ages of 11-18. Each week the group explores personal, cultural, and social identity. Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. Free. galacc. org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. QI GONG FITNESS ONLINE Qi Gong is a gentle but powerful way to strengthen body, mind, and spirit. Great for balance. Instructor: Gary West, through Adult School, San Luis Coastal Unified School District. An online class. Wednesdays, 9:35-10:35 a.m. through May 22 $90. 805-549-1222. ae.slcusd.org/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. SLO LEZ B FRIENDS (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) A good core group of friends who gather to discuss topics we love/ care about from movies, outings, music, or being new to the area. We come from all walks of life and most importantly support each other. Transgender and Nonbinary folks welcome. Third Friday of every month, 6:30-9 p.m. Free. sloqueer.groups.io/g/lezbfriends. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. 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. SLO RETIRED ACTIVE MEN: WEEKLY COFFEE MEETING SLO RAMs is a group or retirees that get together just for the fun, fellowship, and to enjoy programs which enhance the enjoyment,

dignity, and independence of retirement. Thursdays, 8:30-9:30 a.m. $10 coffee meeting. retiredactivemen.org. Madonna Inn, 100 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo. SUNDAY EVENING RAP LGBTQ+ AA GROUP (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) Alcoholics Anonymous is a voluntary, worldwide fellowship of folks from all walks of life who together, attain and maintain sobriety. Requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Email aarapgroup@ gmail.com for password access. Sundays, 7-8 p.m. No fee. galacc.org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. TEEN MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP Learn more about mental health and coping skills to help you through your journey towards wellness and recovery. Thursdays, 4:30-6 p.m. Free. 805-540-6576. t-mha.org. Hope House Wellness Center, 1306 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo. TRANS* TUESDAY A safe space providing peer-to-peer support for trans, gender nonconforming, non-binary, and questioning people. In-person and Zoom meetings held. Contact tranzcentralcoast@gmail.com for more details. Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. Free. GALA Pride and Diversity Center, 1060 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-541-4252. TRANS* YOUTH PEER SUPPORT GROUP This group is a safe place for trans* and gender nonconforming people, as well as those questioning, from ages of 11 to 18. A facilitated emotional support group to be heard, share your story, and hear stories that may sound surprisingly like your own. Fourth Tuesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. Free. GALA Pride and Diversity Center, 1060 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-541-4252. VOLUNTEER SOLAR INSTALLER TRAINING WEBINAR WITH SUNWORK Learn the basics of installing rooftop solar energy systems and water heater electrification by volunteering with SunWork. This three-hour online event teaches the basics of rooftop solar, solar equipment, electricity, and construction safety. This orientation is a great opportunity to learn about clean, renewable energy. Jan. 20, 9 a.m.-noon Free. 805-229-1250. sunwork.org/ sunwork-central-coast/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. YOUR NEW VIBE: INTENTION, MANIFESTATION, EMPOWERED ACTION An inspiring and rejuvenating Women’s Day Retreat hosted by Women Making Waves. Jan. 28, 1-5 p.m. my805tix.com/. Crows End Retreat, 6430 Squire Ct., San Luis Obispo. SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

ASTROLOGY FOR SELF EMPOWERMENT What is astrology and how can we use it to positively inform us to live our best lives? Join local professional astrologer Lori Waters for this workshop to learn the history of western astrology and how we can use it for our own empowerment. Jan. 27, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Free; $10 donation suggested. 805-270-3192. Shell Beach Veterans Memorial Building, 230 Leeward Ave., Pismo Beach, pismobeach.org. BEGINNER GROUP SURF LESSONS AND SURF CAMPS Lessons and camp packages available daily. All equipment included. ongoing Starts at $70. 805-835-7873. sandbarsurf.com/. Sandbar Surf School Meetup Spot, 110 Park Ave., Pismo Beach. EMBROIDERER’S GUILD OF AMERICA The Bishop’s Peak Chapter of the Embroiderer’s Guild of America invites you to attend its meeting on the third Saturday of each month. For more information, follow on Facebook at Bishop’s Peak EGA or visit the EGA website. Third Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. through Nov. 16 Free. egausa.com. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach, 805-773-4832. POINT SAN LUIS LIGHTHOUSE TOURS A docent-led tour of the buildings and grounds of the historic Point San Luis Light Station. Check website for more details. Wednesdays, Saturdays pointsanluislighthouse.org/. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach. TERRARIUM WORKSHOP A hands-on workshop where you will learn to create and care for your own self-sustaining miniature ecosystem. All workshop participants will receive 15 percent off any purchases made directly after the workshop. Jan. 23, 6-8 p.m. $85. 805-574-3793. pacificplantco.com. Pacific Plant Co., 859 N. Oak Park Blvd., Pismo Beach. WEEKLY WATER SAFETY LESSONS Facility advertised as open and safe. Give the office a call to register over the phone. Mondays-Fridays $160-$190. 805-481-6399. 5 Cities Swim School, 425 Traffic Way, Arroyo Grande, 5citiesswimschool.com.

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CAMBRIA ART AND WINE FESTIVAL PAINT AND SIP A special afternoon of wine tasting with local wineries. Features wine tasting, small bites, and a canvas plus materials to create your masterpiece. Jan. 26, 3-5 p.m. $55. 805-9278190. cambriacenterforthearts.org. Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria. MORRO BAY MAIN STREET FARMERS MARKET Get fresh and veggies, fruit, baked goods, sweets, and handmade artisan crafts. Come have some fun with your local farmers and artisans and enjoy delicious eats while enjoying the fresh breeze of Morro Bay. Saturdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m. through May 31 Varies. 805-824-7383. morrobayfarmersmarket. com. Morro Bay Main Street Farmers Market, Main Street and Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay. WINEMAKER’S DINNER FEAT. CUTRUZZOLA VINEYARDS Enjoy a fine five-course meal accompanied by hand-selected Cutruzzola wines. In addition to delicious plates, this is also a learning experience where a Cutruzzola Vineyards expert will guide you through the tasting notes of each wine pairing. Jan. 28, 5:30-8 p.m. $99. 805-927-4200. cambriapineslodge.com. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria.

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CLUB CAR BAR TRIVIA WITH DR. RICKY Teams of 1 to 6 people welcome. Visit site for more info. Wednesdays, 7-10 p.m. my805tix.com. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main Street, Templeton, 805-400-4542. MAKERS MARKETPLACE: NEW YEAR CHEERS This indoor event is open and free to the public. Limited space for vendors available (inquire for availability). Jan. 20, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. my805tix.com. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main Street, Templeton, 805-400-4542. MEET THE MAKERS NIGHT: GLENN IN GOLD PERMANENT JEWELRY Open and free to the public. $5 raffle tickets available to be entered to win a variety of branded merchandise. Jan. 22, 5-8 p.m. my805tix.com/. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main Street, Templeton, 805-400-4542. TACO TUESDAYS La Parilla Taqueria will be in the courtyard serving up their delicious tacos and tostadas. Menu typically includes barbacoa, chicken, and pastor tacos, as well as shrimp ceviche tostadas. Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m. 805-460-6042. ancientowlbeergarden.com. Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero. TASTE OF TIN CITY WALKING TOUR Enjoy the first ever walking tour of Tin City – an industrial area just outside of downtown Paso Robles – that is home to a community of innovative and passionate producers of high-quality wines, spirits, beer, and more. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $125. 805-400-3141. toasttours.com/tour/tin-city-walking-tour/. Toast Tours, 1722 Stillwater Ct, Paso Robles. VINPRESSIONS A wine tasting event like no other. Jordan will guide guests through her Vinpressions process as they taste wines from Epoch Estate Winery and enjoy small-bites. Bring your creativity and your curiosity. Jan. 25, 5:30-7 p.m. $40. 805-238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/events/vinpressions/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.

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DOWNTOWN SLO FARMERS MARKET Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. Downtown SLO, Multiple locations, San Luis Obispo. HEAD GAMES TRIVIA NIGHT Live multi-media trivia every Wednesday. Free to play. Win prizes. Teams up to six players. Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. headgamestrivia.com. Antigua Brewing, 1009 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805-242-1167. HOPPY HOUR (SELECT FRIDAYS) Visit some of the best craft beverage locations in San Luis Obispo. Tours start at The Hub on selected Fridays. Check site for full schedule and tickets. Fridays, 3-7 p.m. through Jan. 26 behoppytours. com/. The Hub, 1701 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. QUEER TRIVIA Sip some cider, test your LGBTQ trivia knowledge, and learn new fun facts. Topic themes and hosts rotate each week. Prizes for winners. BYO food. Third Friday of every month, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805-292-1500. Two Broads Ciderworks, 3427 Roberto Ct., suite 130, San Luis Obispo, twobroadscider.com. SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts more than 60 vendors. Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 325 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo. FOOD & DRINK continued page 16

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WINTER EXTRAVAGANZA Grab your besties and flip-flops and come on out to “ride the Riff Tide.” Jan. 20, 7-9 p.m. Free show. 805-439-1735. The Merrimaker Tavern, 1301 2nd Street, Los Osos. TOMMY CASTRO AND THE PAINKILLERS: LIVE AT THE SIREN Tommy Castro, along with his band The Painkillers, celebrates more than three decades on the road with a live performance at The Siren in Morro Bay. Jan. 20, 8:30 p.m. $25–$30. 805-225-1312. thesirenmorrobay.com. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT PUB TRIVIA Bring your thinking cap as questions vary from pop culture, geography, to sports. There is a little for everyone. Prizes for the winning teams. Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. 805-439-2529. Oak and Otter Brewing, 181 Tank Farm Road, suite 110, San Luis Obispo. WEDNESDAY PUB TRIVIA Bring your thinking caps as questions vary from pop culture, geography, to sports. There is a little for everyone. Prizes for the winning teams. Trivia provided by Geeks Who Drink. Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. 805439-2529. Oak and Otter Brewing, 181 Tank Farm Road, suite 110, San Luis Obispo.

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EASTON EVERETT LIVE Easton Everett plays guitar-woven music with an indie attitude; songs in distinctive stylistic shapes outside the pop mainstream. It is music that is easy to listen to, but also surprises. Jan. 26, 6-8 p.m. eastoneverett. com. Wines on Main, 624 Main Street, suite 101, Templeton, 805-591-7069. FRIDAY NIGHT DJ Weekly DJ series, with a different DJ every Friday. Presented by friends at Traffic Record store in Atascadero. Come listen, dance, drink, and unwind every Friday. All ages event; no cover charge. Fridays, 7-10 p.m. 805460-6042. ancientowlbeergarden.com. Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero. JOLON STATION BAND VARIETY SHOW Come join Jolon Station Band every Thursday night in downtown Atascadero for a night of comedy, musical guests, prize wheels, and more. Thursdays, 8-10 p.m. $5 at the door. Raconteur Room, 5840 Traffic Way, Atascadero, 805-4642584. KARAOKE NIGHT Food and drink available for purchase. Last Saturday of every month, 8 p.m. Free admission. my805tix.com. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main Street, Templeton, 805-400-4542. KELLYTOWN Enjoy some rocking Irish pub-songs, fiddle tunes, and more. With

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BLUES AGENDA JAM AND SHOWCASE A rockin’ blues dance party at Niffy’s Merrimaker every first, third, and now fifth Wednesdays. The Blues Asylum house band welcomes local, visiting, and newcomers to the blues groove. Spirits, beer, and wine, with outside food welcome. Every other Wednesday, 7-10 p.m. Free. 805-235-5223. The Merrimaker Tavern, 1301 2nd Street, Los Osos. LIVE MUSIC WITH GUITAR WIZ AT LUNADA GARDEN BISTRO “Guitar Wizard” Billy Foppiano plays a wide range of music, including blues, R&B, classic rock, and more. Fourth Sunday of every month, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 805-900-5444. Lunada Garden Bistro, 78 N. Ocean Ave., Cayucos. OPEN MIC NIGHT Come join us each Wednesday for Open Mic Night in the downstairs dining area. Grab some friends and show off your talents. Food and drink service will be available. Wednesdays, 6 p.m. Free. 805-995-3883. schoonerscayucos.com. Schooners, 171 North Ocean Ave, Cayucos. RIFF TIDE ROCKS NIFFY’S JANUARY

Kelly Powers, guitar, fiddle, vocals, and other featured musicians. Jan. 27, 6-8 p.m. No cover charge. wearekellytown. com. Bristols Cider House, 3220 El Camino Real, Atascadero, 805-400-5293. SINGING HANDS CHILDREN’S CHOIR A unique performing arts group that performs across the state for deaf festivals, service organizations, churches, fairs, and other outlets. New members always welcome. Registration open weekly. Mondays, 5-6:30 p.m. $45 tuition per month. singinghandschildrenschoir.com/. Singing Hands Children’s Choir and Performing Arts, 1413 Riverside Ave., Paso Robles. SMITH AND TEGIO Grab a drink and a bite to eat at this honky tonk bar. Enjoy live music from the headlining act, with guest Cole Hinge. Jan. 19, 7-10 p.m. Free admission. my805tix.com. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main Street, Templeton, 805-400-4542. SAN LUIS OBISPO

ALL AGES OPEN MIC NIGHT Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. Liquid Gravity, 675 Clarion Court, San Luis Obispo. BLUES WEDNESDAYS Spinning blues records all night. Chicago, Memphis, Delta, Detroit, and more. Visit this new vinyl bar in the Railroad District. Acoustically treated room, old-school sound system, big speakers, but always at a polite volume. Plenty of free parking. Wednesdays, 2-8 p.m. Free. 313-316-7097. Jan’s Place, 1817 Osos St., San Luis Obispo, jansplaceslo.com. CAL POLY BACH WEEK AKADEMIE LECTURE: BACH’S EVANGELIST Bach Week Co-Director Scott Glysson will trace the history of Bach’s Passions as a musical setting. Vocalists Brian Giebler and Ben Kazez and accompanist Paul Woodring will help demonstrate the various roles of the main characters that will be examined and demonstrated. Jan. 18, 7:30 p.m. Free. 805-756-2406. music.calpoly.edu/calendar. Cal Poly Davidson Music Center, Room 218, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. CAL POLY BACH WEEK CHAMBER

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Arts ARTIFACTS Local author releases Frozen Voices: A Speech Therapist’s Alaskan Memoir

In 1976, Kit Roberts Johnson began working as a speechlanguage pathologist in Alaska. More than three decades later, the SLO resident released a memoir that recounts her clinical experiences working with Indigenous Alaskans “who were just finding their voices after being silenced for generations,” according to press materials. Johnson released her book, Frozen Voices: A Speech Therapist’s Alaskan Memoir, in December. The title is available to order in paperback form via eKindle from Amazon. According to press materials, Johnson became a speech therapist to help people with communication disorders and discovered over the span of her career that “we all have been silenced in some way by trauma.” Johnson’s book “explores the theme of the inherent dignity of all life, between men and women, people with and without disabilities, Native Alaskans and colonizers, doctors and patients, and humans and animals,” according to the author’s website. Central Coast locals may recognize Johnson for her music work, as she has sung and performed as part of the In Time Trio and the Flaming Ukuleles over the years. Johnson lives with her husband, two dogs, and a cat, and is the mother of a stepdaughter. To find out more about the local author, visit kitrobertsjohnson.com. Johnson also works as a speaker, available for the public to reserve at events to speak on various topics, including following a calling, “the two-edged sword of isolation,” and subjects related to her work as a former speechlanguage pathologist.

Orchesis Dance Company presents Retrograde at Spanos Theatre

An upcoming recital at the Spanos Theatre in SLO will highlight a selection of original dances developed by choreographers at the Orchesis Dance Company. Performances of the show, titled Retrograde, will be held on Jan. 19, 25, 26, and 27, at 7:30 p.m., and Jan. 20, at both 2 and 7:30 p.m. Participating choreographers in the show were tasked with incorporating moments of retrograde, or movement in reverse, within their dances, to simulate the feeling of watching a video backwards, for example, according to press materials. General admission to the show is $20. Tickets for students are $15 each. Visit pacslo.org or theatredance.calpoly.edu to find out more about Retrograde. The Orchesis Dance Company is part of the Cal Poly SLO Theatre and Dance Department. The Spanos Theatre is located at Cal Poly SLO. ∆ —Caleb Wiseblood

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First Ladies of Disco brings grooves, boogie, and a classic lineup to the Clark Center

isco is alive and well—and an iconic trio of women who were pioneers in the scene are bringing the groovy genre straight to the Clark Center in Arroyo Grande. “It’s a celebration and stroll down memory lane for everyone involved,” Martha Wash said. “Especially since it’s music performed by the people who originally sang and helped bring these songs to life.” Wash is one of the disco divas performing First Ladies of Disco: The Ultimate Flash Back GET UP AND DANCE Martha Wash said First Ladies of Disco will get audiences off their feet and dancing Experience at the venue on Jan. 25. Wash will be like it’s the ’70s all over again. joined by fellow singers Norma Jean Wright and PHOTO COURTESY OF LEN EVANS Linda Clifford, and the trio will perform classic disco hits from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s alongside Get your groove on newer songs the group has penned together. Snag tickets to First Ladies of Disco: The Ultimate Flash Back Experience—taking place “Music in modern times focuses more on the at the Clark Center for the Performing Arts, youth, which is fine, but we wanted to show that we 487 Fair Oaks Ave, Arroyo Grande, on Jan. 25— still had our groove on,” Clifford said with a laugh. by visiting clarkcenter.org. Part of what made disco music special, she said, was the emotion that the singers showed onstage, The upcoming Jan. 25 often accentuating the fun and the passion they performance originates from a book had, which served to get people up and dancing. of the same name that highlights “When you come to this, you are getting the real the female contributions in the deal,” Clifford said. “Because it is songs not only by evolution of disco, funk, and soul the artists who helped write them but also perform music in the 20th century. them back then as well.” “We liked being part of that book Clifford contributed vocals to several hits and experience of remembering all including, “If My Friends Could See Me Now” and that we did so we decided to expand “Red Light.” Both songs appeared in the Oscarupon it,” Wash said. “Part of this winning movie Fame. was also an opportunity to unite TERRIFIC TRIO Disco pioneers (left to right) Linda Clifford, Martha Wash is a two-time Grammy nominee who onstage together and showcase our Wash, and Norma Jean Wright take the stage on Jan. 25 at the Clark performed on classic hits like “It’s Raining Men” friendship and chemistry we have Center for Performing Arts. by the Weather Girls, “Gonna Make You Sweat fostered for years.” (Everybody Dance Now) by C + C Music Factory, are going to the show, they are getting a true live The book also helped the and “Everybody Everybody” and “Strike it Up” by show performance, which I think is one of the most trio develop a creative relationship outside of Black Box. important parts.” performing the songs again. In 2016, they released She also worked in the ’90s to ensure that They have some help in bringing these songs to their debut album as a group, Show Some Love, her vocals were properly credited on CDs and life, Wright said, as it’s not just the three of them which garnered attention on Billboard dance future releases from those groups, a practice she performing. Modern-day disco revival artists charts. continues to advocate for today. like Anita Ward, Janice-Marie, Thea Austin, and In 2018, they found even more success with—what Wright contributed to hits they say their fans consider to be their Marsha Warfield will all perform as backing like “Dance Dance Dance” and singers alongside a live band that tours with the best song—“Don’t Stop Me Now,” “Everybody Dance” as a former group. which they’ll open the show with. member of the band Chic. After The trio is hopeful that with the rising “It’s a feel-good show, a blend Send gallery, stage, leaving that group, Wright also reemergence of disco among younger audiences, of new and old hits that we all and cultrual festivities to found success as a solo artist the show can spark even more appreciation for the arts@newtimesslo.com. contributed to, all experienced with her hit song “Saturday.” genre they helped pioneer. part of,” Wright said. “When they “I think what we are hoping for too is younger PHOTO COURTESY OF LEN EVANS people coming to this and understanding the ALL impact that disco and the classics have had—and TOGETHER NOW The continue to have on modern music,” Clifford said. power trio of “There’s a bit of revival going on right now with (left to right) modern takes on disco music, so this is the perfect Linda Clifford, time to jump into why it’s making a resurgence.” Martha Wash, Whether listeners know all the classics by heart and Norma Jean Wright or are just discovering them, the trio hopes the bring years audience will want to get up and groove. of experience “You are not going to want to remain seated for in the music long with the energy we have onstage and music industry and hyping you up,” Wash said. “We expect people to an onstage chemistry get up from their seats, groove—come on people, fueled by let’s boogie!” ∆

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Glen I like Jason Statham, though apparently not as much as he likes a paycheck. Many of his choices over his career seem suspect, and I’d file The Beekeeper with his dumber films such as Ghosts of Mars (2001), Wild Card (2015), and The Meg (2018), the latter of which is arguably a guilty pleasure because it’s so dumb. The Beekeeper isn’t quite bad enough to be good. The story’s sappy and implausible; the dialogue and beekeeping references feel inauthentic and forced. Even the fight scene choreography is so-so. The film is essentially three big set piece fights as Clay kills his way to the top. Even the presence of co-stars like Jeremy Irons, Minnie Driver (whose talents are totally wasted here), and Phylicia Rashad can’t save this middling action film that’s worth a stream when it comes out for free if you’re a fanatical and undiscerning action fan. Anna I love a guilty pleasure action flick, and I was hoping The Beekeeper would fit that bill, but unfortunately the “pleasure” part was left out all together for me. Statham’s swarthy grumpiness usually proves entertaining and endearing, but there was very little chance for him to shine in this. His motivations are fairly weak to go on an allout kill fest, the dastardly bad guys are trite caricatures, and the ending fails to satisfy the story in any meaningful way. I’ll rewatch

A DISH SERVED LUKEWARM Action star Jason Statham stars as Adam Clay, a former special operator for a secret organization, who exacts revenge for his dead friend and neighbor, in The Beekeeper, screening in local theaters.

The Meg over this any day. Heck, I’d watch Meg Two: The Trench again over this. While I’m all for encouraging people to see films in the theater, this fails to entertain enough to cover the price of a discounted ticket. I did hear some college-aged dudes leave the theater ranking it “a 7.2,” so clearly there’s an audience out there that got more enjoyment out of The Beekeeper than I did, but don’t go into this film thinking that Statham can save the day here—there’s just not much to work with besides an explosive budget. Glen We both might be the odd ones out. Critic (68 percent) and audience scores (93 percent) are high on Rotten Tomatoes, but for me, meh. And I love a good vigilante story, usually about an everyman (or woman) forced to draw deep into his (or her) well of outrage to exact justice, but honestly, Clay is such an impenetrable badass that he never feels imperiled. It doesn’t matter how many armed men stand before him or whether

an Levy writes, directs, and stars in this sad, sweet comedy that follows Marc (Levy) as he navigates the year following the unexpected death of his husband, Oliver (Luke Evans). Marc has his two besties, ex-paramour Thomas (Himesh Patel) and chronically flighty Sophie (Ruth Negga), to hold his hand while healing. But things take a turn when Oliver discovers his seemingly ideal marriage may have had some big bumps ahead had Oliver not died. A mysterious pied-à-terre is discovered in Paris,

and under the guise of one last luxe weekend with Oliver’s funds, his two friends travel there. He’s really looking for answers. Who was the man he loved and what other secrets was he keeping? What do these new revelations mean for Marc’s ability to properly grieve and move on? Sophie is on a drug- and booze-addled postbreakup binge and Thomas can’t quite understand why he’s always the best friend and never the romantic lead. Sweet and charming with Levy’s patented brand of sarcastic comedy, Good Grief is the kind of film that makes you smile with tears in your eyes. Fans of Levy will eat up this piece—it has him written all over it. (100 min.) —Anna

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he’s armed or barehanded, they never stand a chance. That lack of danger just sucks the wind out of this story. I too usually encourage people to support movie theaters before they disappear altogether, so go—but if you think The Beekeeper is as bad as I did, remember I warned you. Anna I definitely didn’t buy into the storyline around beekeepers and what their role in the world is, so that’s a hard start. There are a lot of films in this genre that are so deliciously ridiculous you almost can’t help but jump on and enjoy the ride. This one just didn’t do it for me, and instead of having a good time with the ridiculousness going down on-screen, I mostly found myself rolling my eyes. Let’s hope the rest of the audience had more fun than I did. ∆

FRIENDS INDEED With the help of friends Thomas (Himesh Patel, left) and Sophie (Ruth Negga, right), Marc (Daniel Levy) works through the grief of his husband’s death on a trip to Paris, in Good Grief, streaming on Netflix.

What’s it rated? PG When? 1941 Where’s it showing? Bay Theatre on Friday, Jan. 19, at 6 p.m. ($10 at my805tix.com)

here’s a reason Citizen Kane frequently tops lists for the greatest film ever made. On a technical level, there’s its innovative lighting design, which is further highlighted by filming in black and white even though color was available at the time. Cinematographer Gregg Toland was praised for his inventive camera focusing technique, as was the dramatic editing by Robert Wise. It was star Orson Welles’ debut as director, and his groundbreaking nonlinear storytelling was masterful. Technical aspects aside, it’s a terrific story that begins with publishing magnet Charles

BLAST FROM THE Foster Kane’s death, focusing on his final utterance: “rosebud.” What did it mean? The film, through flashback episodes of his life and in correspondence and interviews, lays bare his spiritual and ethical decline. You can see the film, which was loosely based on the life of William Randolph Hearst, on the big screen at Morro Bay’s Bay Theatre this Friday, Jan. 19. Watch as investigative reporter Jerry Thompson (William Alland) searches for the meaning of Kane’s last words through archives and interviews with Kane’s business manager, an old friend, and a past lover, and in the process unearths the portrait of a powerful man whose successes appear pyrrhic. (119 min.) ∆ —Glen

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IS THAT YOU, WILLIAM RANDOLPH HEARST? Orson Wells directs himself as publishing tycoon Charles Foster Kane, in the 1941 classic Citizen Kane, screening on Jan. 19, as part of the Bay Theatre’s Salty Cinema series.

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Reinterpreted Jake Blount creates new takes on old songs

ake Blount (pronounced “blunt”) is a musical archeologist digging deep through obscure source material to inspire his original arrangements of public domain music. You’ll recognize gospels and spirituals, string band old timey sounds, and roots blues, but when Blount gets his hands on these snippets of old music, they’re transformed into something reimagined that he’s dubbed “Afrofuturist folklore.” Numbskull and Good Medicine present The Jake Blount Band at Bristols Cider House on Saturday, Jan. 20 (7 p.m.; all ages; $20 at goodmedicinepresents.com). The award-winning musician and scholar is particularly good at applying creatively syncopated rhythms to this music, especially on songs like “Didn’t It Rain” and “Once There Was No Sun,” off his terrific Smithsonian Folkways album The New Faith (2022). If you’re a fan of roots and folk music presented and understood in a surprising new way, be there.

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Poolside—the recording project of producer, songwriter, and multiinstrumentalist Jeffrey Paradise—plays Saturday, Jan. 20 (8 p.m.; all ages; $27.50 at prekindle.com), touring in support of Blame It All On Love. Known for breezy summer dance hits, on his new album, he’s swimming in deeper waters. “I’ve spent 15 years being like, ‘fuck your rules,’ and I finally feel like I’m not trying to prove anything or anyone wrong,” he said in press materials. “It’s just pure, unfiltered expression, and that’s why I’m really excited about this record.” Celebrating his pop sensibilities but mining deeper emotions, he’s exploring the hidden pitfalls that lurk around every corner. “There’s a theme of thinking you found something and believing it’s going to work, but there’s always that Shakespearean dark side you don’t know is coming,” he said. “There’s a shadow side to everything when you pursue

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the things you love. Whether it’s romance or ambition, there’s always this trade-off of harsh realities that comes with it.” The Undercover Dream Lovers open the show. Also at the Fremont, EDM artist Kaivon on his 2024 Ultraviolet Album Tour plays on Wednesday, Jan. 24 (8 p.m.; all ages; $27.50 at prekindle.com).

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Back by popular demand, Patrick Contreras—Violin On Fire plays on Friday, Jan. 19 (doors at 7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $18 at tixr.com). Born and raised in Fresno, he’s a monster rock violinist inspired by Hendrix and Santana. Sound Investment plays on Saturday, Jan. 20 (2 to 5 p.m.; 21-and-older; free), delivering everything from classic rock to disco, funk, country, Motown, and current hits. Blues master Tommy Castro and The Painkillers play on Saturday, Jan. 20 (8 p.m.; 21-and-older; $27 on tixr.com). Castro is the 2023 Blues Music Award B.B. King Entertainer of the Year winner, and he’s touring in support of his newest, A Bluesman Came To Town, of which he announced, “I try to keep my music fresh by taking different approaches and writing and recording different types of songs. I want to stretch out musically, but I always want the songs to be my most authentic, to remain true to myself and my art. “This time, I felt the need to do something I’ve never done before. What I have for you is a record of songs that tell a story. It’s the story of a young man from a small town. One day a guitar-playing bluesman comes to his town. From that point on, the young man’s life will never be the same. It’s based on a classic hero’s journey—the odyssey of a musician’s life.”

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Of her new album, Lucha (which translates as “Fight”), Y La Bamba frontwoman Luz Elena Mendoza Ramos explains in press materials, “Lucha is a symbol of how hard it is for me to tackle healing, live life, and be present.” The album, which developed during the pandemic, “explores multiplicity—love, queerness, Mexican American and Chicanx

WHAT’S OLD IS NEW The Jake Blount Band plays Bristols Cider House on Jan. 20, delivering reimagined spirituals. COURTESY PHOTO BY SYLVIA ELZAFON

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identity, family, intimacy, yearning, loneliness—and chronicles a period of struggle and growth” for Mendoza Ramos, who moved from Portland to Mexico City, “returning to her parents’ home country while revisiting a lineage marred by violence and silence, CHAMBER CHAMPIONS Turtle Island Quartet presents a new program—Island Prayers—at the PAC on Jan. 19. and simultaneously reaching towards deeper relationships ensemble, presents a new program—Island with loved ones and herself.” See Y La Bamba on Tuesday, Jan. 23 (doors Prayers—at the PAC on Friday, Jan. 19 (7:30 at 7 p.m.; 18-and-older; $22 at ticketweb.com). p.m.; $30 to $65 at calpolyarts.org). “This evening will showcase works Theatrical and hilarious Thumpasaurus commissioned by and created for TIQ from plays on Thursday, Jan. 25 (doors at 7 p.m.; renowned composers Terence Blanchard, 18-and-older; $18 at ticketweb.com). Check out videos for their songs “Struttin’” and “I’m Rhiannon Giddens, Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate, and founder David Balakrishnan,” Cute” to get a taste of this tongue-in-cheek according to press materials. “In addition bordering on absurdist act. They’re cute. to the quartet’s unique combination of jazz, American roots, and new music, these works Cal Poly Arts will also include indigenous and folkloric The Grammy-winning Turtle Island Quartet, an extraordinary chamber music

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SPLISH SPLASH Poolside (aka—Jeffrey Paradise) on his Blame it on Love tour plays the Fremont Theater Jan. 20, exploring life’s frequent duality.

A BLUESMAN COMES TO MORRO BAY Tommy Castro and The Painkillers play The Siren on Jan. 20, touring in support of A Bluesman Came To Town.

BAMBA EL EXPLORADOR Y La Bamba plays SLO Brew Rock on Jan. 23, playing music from her album Lucha.

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Dominique Benavidez’s Agridulce creates gourmet Latin American and Asian fare for private dinners and events

aking the switch from working Private reserve in commercial kitchens to being Inquire about private dinners and events catered by a private chef required Arroyo Agridulce on dombenavidez.com. Keep up with Chef Dominique Benavidez’s creations on Facebook and Grande-based Dominique Benavidez to Instagram @chef.benavidez. face a gritty truth about the industry, especially if she wanted to carve out a Her sold-out Latin-style brunch on Jan. 21 happier life for herself. at Kindred Oak Farm in Paso Robles features “In all honesty, I feel like a lot of the time, pork chilaquiles, arepas, conchas, and restaurants have a very bad use of drugs horchata. The event treats diners to elevated and alcohol, and I was headed down that versions of the humble homestyle fare she direction,” she said. “I’m really grateful for enjoyed as a child. COVID because it taught me that I had a “We were really poor and the only thing problem, and in order for me not to go back that we ever were able to make was arepas,” to that, I had to make some changes.” Benavidez said. “Arepas are made with The bittersweet confrontation paved the corn flour and a corn broth; you form them way for something more pleasantly “sweet into patties and fry them. Then, you can fill and sour”—Benavidez’s very own private chef them with whatever you want. In this case, business Agridulce. I’m doing chile colorado, which is beef in a “Agridulce means ‘sweet and sour,’” she red sauce.” said with a laugh. “I didn’t want to go back to Last summer, Benavidez plated arepita de what I know, which is restaurants. I wanted langostas—lobster with diablo sauce, pickled to branch out on my own. My business coach onions, and cilantro lime aioli—at a backyard and I came up with that name because of my dinner event in Kindred Oak Farm. She personality. Sometimes I’m sweet; sometimes showcased her passion for Asian food at the I’m sour.” same event with a Thai prawn taco filled with After spending eight years in San Luis grilled curried prawns, fried rice paper, and Obispo County as a chef for restaurants like Thai chilies. Other creations include churro Lido at Dolphin Bay, Oyster Loft, and Mason tacos, candied orange and caramel flan, and Bar, Benavidez tapped into the cuisine jackfruit tinga empanadas that come with she grew up eating as the habanero and mango salsa. foundation for Agridulce. Benavidez’s fascination Ethnically Mexican, she was with Asian cuisine was raised in the Venezuelan reflected in her first private capital, Caracas, and those chef dinner. She made duck Send tidbits on everything influences along with a love ramen and shrimp spring food and drink to of Asian cuisine pervade rolls for two couples in bites@newtimesslo.com. Benavidez’s menus. SLO, and took a leaf out of

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EVOLVING DREAMS Le Cordon Bleu-trained Dominique Benavidez worked in the restaurant industry for years all over San Luis Obispo before becoming a private chef. She now hopes to add a small to-go pickup store to her business Agridulce.

ASIAN INFLUENCE Benavidez loves cooking elevated versions of the Latin American food she grew up eating but also favors Asian-style fare like this grilled curry marinated shrimp with puffed rice paper and micro greens.

her favorite chef’s, David Chang, recipe book when it came to dessert. “I got it from [his restaurant] Momofuku and he does this cereal milk panna cotta,” she said. “I put Fruity Pebbles in milk and soaked them for one or two days and made a panna cotta out of that.” A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Los Angeles, Benavidez does more than private dinners. She’s “all over the place” from San Miguel to Santa

SWEET AND PLAYFUL Her first private dinner for Agridulce included a panna cotta made with Fruity Pebbles-infused milk, and Benavidez keeps it creative with new versions like this matcha panna cotta with lime zest, whipped cream, and strawberries.

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Maria, with her food featuring in pop-ups, rehearsal dinners, and birthdays. She’s also a resident chef at Kindred Oak Farm, and that partnership helped Benavidez build a strong client base. Old fans of Benavidez’s cooking and those curious to taste it now have her Valentine’s Day dinner to look forward to. Eighteen people quick and lucky enough to grab tickets can enjoy a three-course dinner at Black Market Cheese Co. that will feature lobster tails with scallop stuffing, hanger steak with risotto, and a miso caramel ice cream with chocolate cake and nori flakes made by Benavidez and Kelpful’s Jules Marsh. Then on March 3, Benavidez will team up with Symbiosis Wines to create a fivecourse Latin American dinner paired with local wines. There’s no end in sight for Benavidez and her three-person team at Agridulce, and she has ambitions for the business to soar further. “I want to start a small to-go pickup spot down here in Arroyo Grande,” she said. “That’s my main focus right now and I’m hoping to start one next year.” Until then, Benavidez juggles her private events with mastering the dish she envisioned when she opened Agridulce. It’s also the one she enjoys eating the most: aguachile. “It’s a chili water base with raw shrimp and cucumbers and onions. It’s one dish I want to perfect!” she said with a laugh. “I think perfecting the flavors make it difficult because you want to keep it traditional but also you want to modernize it to showcase my talents and flavor profile.” ∆ Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal hopes to grab aguachile to-go from Agridulce’s future pickup store. Send patience to brajagopal@ newtimesslo.com.

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FILE NO. 2023-0001 (01/02/24) New Filing The following person is doing business as MARIPOSA EXCHANGE, 353 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Stephani Slater (4421 Davis St, Santa Clara, CA 95954), Becky Garza (2425 Reno Ct.,Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A General Partnership, Stephani Slater. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-02-24. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 01-02-29. January 11, 18, 25 & February 1, 2024.

FILE NO. 2023-2480 (01/03/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as SLOCRETE 2146 Parker St, A7, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. J. Ferreira Construction, Inc. (625 Horstman St., Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ J. Ferreira Construction, Inc., Justin, Ferreira. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 1114-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk M. Stiletto Exp. 11-14-28. January 18, 25 & February 1 & 8, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2023-2495 (11/02/2023 New Filing The following person is doing business as NURTURING WELLNESS, 222 N Ocean Ave, Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Kelsi Bonzi Amini (827 Islay St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual, Kelsi Bonzi Amini. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-16-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 11-16-28. December 28 & January 4, 11 & 18 2024.

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FILE NO. 2023-2614 (12/23/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as AURORA HOME SOLUTIONS, 2083 Seaview Ave, Morro Bay, CA 93442 San Luis Obispo County. Aurora Adventures, LLC (2083 Seaview Ave, Morro Bay, CA 93442) . This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Aurora Adventures, LLC., Dawn Feuerberg, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Luis Obispo on 12-26-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-26-28. December 28 & January 4, 11 & 18 2024.

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FILE NO. 2023-2676 (01/02/2019) Renewal The following person is doing business as CENTRAL COAST BUSINESS PAPER, Joe Chufar 1955 Oak Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Joe Chufar, (602 Farroll Rd, Grover, CA 93433). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-18-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 12-18-28. December 28 & January 4, 11 & 18 2024.

FILE NO. 2023-2683 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM ARROYO GRANDE/PISMO BEACH, 555 Camino Mercado, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 . San Luis Obispo County. Laxmi Hospitality, Inc. (875 N 5th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Laxmi Hospitality, Inc., Nilesh Patel, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-19-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 12-19-28. December 28 & January 4, 11 & 18 2024.

FILE NO. 2023-2693 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as CALIFORNIA GARDEN HOUSES 1804 Fearn Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Christopher M Jules (1804 Fearn Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Christopher M Jules. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-2023. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 12-20-28. December 28 & January 4, 11 & 18 2024.

FILE NO. 2023-2696 (09/14/22) New Filing The following person is doing business as BA BAM BALLOONS, 356 Tejas Pl, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Janel Stewart (356 Tejas Pl, Nipomo, CA 93444) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Janel Stewart 356 Tejas Pl, Nipomo, CA 93444. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-2023. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 12-20-28. December 28 & January 4, 11 & 18 2024.

FILE NO. 2023-2712 (12/15/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as MR. STORAGE, 1530 Railroad Street, Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Grover Beach Real Estate, LLC. (98 Olive Mill Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93108).This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Grover Beach Real Estate, LLC., John Lund, Trustee of The John D. Lund and Christina E. Lund Revocable Living Trust, it’s Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-21-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk A. Trujillo Exp. 12-21-28. January 11, 18, 25 & February 1, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2023-2679 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as MELTING IN THOT, (319 N Highway 1 SPC 66D, Grover Beach,CA 93433). San Luis Obispo County. Urbanese Ventures, LLC. 319 N Highway 1 SPC 66D, Grover Beach,CA 93433). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Urbanese Ventures, LLC., Robert Carrigan, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Luis Obispo on 12-18-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-18-28. January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2024.

FILE NO. 2023-2687 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as SLO PARTY RENTALS, 7079 Via Spanish Oaks, Santa Margarita, CA 93453. San Luis Obispo County. Jespersen Enterprises, Inc. (19990 Highway 101, Santa Margarita, CA 93453). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Jespersen Enterprises, Inc., Thomas L. Jespersen, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-19-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 1219-28. December 28 & January 4, 11 & 18 2024.

FILE NO. 2023-2695 (12/05/1981) New Filing The following person is doing business as CONTINENTAL MOTOR WORKS, 1101 Laurel Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. CMW, Inc. (1101 Laurel Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ CMW, Inc, John Steven Fiorentino, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-2023. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 12-20-28. December 28 & January 4, 11 & 18 2024.

PUBLIC NOTICE—CITY OF GROVER BEACH NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CIRCULATE RECALL PETITION TO REMOVE KAREN BRIGHT FROM THE OFFICE OF MAYOR

TO THE HONORABLE KAREN BRIGHT: Pursuant to Section 11020, California Elections Code, the undersigned registered qualified voters of the City of Grover Beach, in the State of California, hereby give notice that we are the proponents of a recall petition and that we intend to seek your recall and removal from the office of Mayor, in the City of Grover Beach, California. THE GROUNDS FOR THE RECALL ARE AS FOLLOWS: • Karen Bright voted to add $1,000 a year to the average water bill so she could bring a wastewater plant into South Grover and rip up our newly repaired residential streets with 16 wells and pipelines. • Karen Bright is out of touch with constituents. Seniors on fixed incomes, families, businesses, and tenants can’t afford to have their water rates double—or worse. Her vote makes a mockery of affordable housing and social justice. • Karen Bright is making Grover unaffordable for our businesses—businesses that are owned by and employ our citizens, that bring in the sales tax and TOT that pay for city services—and help pay to fix our streets. • Karen Bright’s wastewater plant will dump South Grover property values and force unacceptable impacts on the people of Grover Beach and upon our environmentally sensitive coastal zone. • Karen Bright does not look out for the people of Grover Beach. She stood by as Pismo and Arroyo Grande moved a $100 million plus project into our town without knowing the end costs or annual costs of this project and then doubled our water prices to pay for it. The printed names, signatures, and residence addresses of the proponents are as follows: /S/ Johanna Bond 1597 Trouville Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Deborah Aguirre 1146 Nacimiento Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Robert Wilson 1180 Encinitas Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Richard Spiller 1903 Mentone Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Dolores Santos 850 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Jason Burger 732 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Richard W Neufeld 932 Charles St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Julie Burger 732 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Pamela Dawn Storton 561 So 5th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Christopher Burger 732 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Teresa Halvorson 1039A Ritchie Rd Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kacie Burger 732 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Rich Halvorson 1039A Ritchie Rd Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Mark Garcia-May 924 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Anita Shower 867 N 6th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Gina Garcia-May 924 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Debra Diane Peterson 160 S 3rd St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kira Branin 1245 S 4th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Elizabeth A Doukas 712 Parkview Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Nancie Maloney 603 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Janice Brandli 1215 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Damien Manuele 507 N 6th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Christopher Brandli 1215 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Max H Sidle 466 N 6th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Brenda J Auer 733 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Stanley Edward Siskey 640 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Carmen C Morningstar 1673 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Linda Faye Siskey 640 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Carolyn Freeland Lovell 1565 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Alfred L Weichinger 765 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Yolanda Morales 1673 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Maia Ashling 135 Ritchie Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Rosita Ignacio 797 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Sorcha Ashling 135 Ritchie Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Florito Ignacio 797 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kimberly J Steele 1864 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Dorothy Avila 831 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Scot Steele 1864 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Cecilia D Noyes 807 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Julia Rounds 139 S 3rd St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Myles H Noyes 807 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kathleen Brown 1595 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Mark Wingate Stuthard 290 Ramona Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kellie Clark 485 N 12th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Alfonso Contreras 1271 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Gary Schollard 290 N 13th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Bruce Bergstrom 1005 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Debbie Schollard 290 N 13th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Jennifer Lawler-Marshall 538 N 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ David Glass 979 N 6th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Glenn D Marshall 538 N 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Lou Gibilisco 1223 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Thomas Crottogini 505 N 5th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Marianne Buckmeyer 1263 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ David White 1097 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Rhonda Myers 1179 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Gay Richards 794 S 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Cindy Tomkinson 1239 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ David Richards 794 S 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Paul Scorby 1685 Ramona Ave Apt 1 Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Melanie Black 800 Nice Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Sharon Diane Shannon 1139 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ John Wells 1430 Farroll Rd Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Dan Patrick Shannon 1139 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Sonya J Juarez 324 N 5th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Loren Westphal 739 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Mark Cravens 324 N 5th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Eric B White 739 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Allie Donegan 136 Ritchie Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Laura Hirsch 379 N 7th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Noelle Grasmick 1331 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Candida Salvador 329 N 7th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Mja Thiesmeyer 126 Ritchie Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Cheryl Masters 319 N 7th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Erik L Thiesmeyer 126 Ritchie Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Adolfo Guerrero 1071 Mentone Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Brian Donegan 136 Ritchie Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Adolfo Manuel Guerrero 1071 Mentone Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Lorraine Donegan 136 Ritchie Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Malinda Antongiovanni 1075 Bodega Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Pamela McConal 250 N 5th St Apt A Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Michael J Cullen 737A Grand Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Stacy Boom 1097 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Anson J R Castillo 1371 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Mia Dabwan 815 N 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Michael J Cody 1415 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kathleen Tosta 1522-A Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Eugenia T Sabau 1650 Monterey Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Haroldean Janet Ryals-Rantanen 571 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Gregory Koepp 1550 Newport Ave #C Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Randall Myrick 1060 Griffin St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Laura L Castillo 1371 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Alan P Neumann 1323 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Lesley Marr 1465 Farroll Rd Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kenneth Lehmann 1182 Rose Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Mason Marr 1465 Farroll Rd Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Pamela Webster 1140 Nacimiento Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Maxwell Marr 1465 Farroll Rd Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Byron Pruitt 673 S 10th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Robin Marr 1465 Farroll Rd Grover Beach 93433 /S/ David Swift 1100 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Holly Young 1459 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Lisa Lucero 815 N 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ James Chambers 765 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Alana Buckley Reynolds 815 N 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Henderson Combs 781 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Heidi Green 628 N 3rd St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kevin Murray 1190 Nacimiento Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Timo Green 628 N 3rd St Grover Beach 93433 A copy of this notice and proof of service will be filed with the City Clerk, City of Grover Beach, State of California. Paid for by Grover H2O. ID #1465500 January 18, 2024

FILE NO. 2023-2706 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as FRESH PAINT CO. INC.,(2230 Exposition Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). San Luis Obispo County. Fresh Paint Co., Inc. 2230 Exposition Drive, Unit 25, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Fresh Paint Co. Inc., James Ringley, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-21-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 12-21-28. December 28 & January 4, 11 & 18 2024.

FILE NO. 2023-2713 (12/15/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as MR. STORAGE, 190 N. 2nd Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Grover Beach Real Estate, LLC. (98 Olive Mill Lane, San Barbara, CA 93108). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Grover Beach Real Estate, LLC, John Lund, Trustee of The John D. Lund and Christina E. Lund Revocable Living Trust, it’s Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Luis Obispo on 1221-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-21-28. January 11, 18, 25 & February 1, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2023-2714 (12/13/2023) New The following person is doing business as JERBEAR CLEANING, Joel Geradro Valdez Vazquez (1386 Balboa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). San Luis Obispo County. This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Joel Geradro Valdez Vazquez , 1386 Balboa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-21-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ulgalde, Deputy. Exp. 1221-28. December 28 & January 4, 11 & 18 2024.

FILE NO. 2023-2716 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as FRIENDLY WAGER, FRIENDLY WAGER WINES, FRIENDLY WAGER WINE, FRIENDLY WAGER VINEYARD, FRIENDLY WAGER VINEYARDS, (320 Marquita Avenue, Paso Robles, CA 93446). San Luis Obispo County. Edna Valley Ranch, LLC. 4481 Greenbrier Place, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Edna Valley Ranch, LLC., Ryan Harris, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Luis Obispo on 12-21-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-21-28. January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2023-2719 (09/20/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as CB PRINTS AND GIFTS, 4495 Spanish Oaks Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Casey Joseph Bassetti (4495 Spanish Oaks Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.).This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Casey Joseph Bassetti. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-22-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-22-28. January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2024.

FILE NO. 2023-2715 (12/21/2023) New The following person is doing business as POURFECTION MOBILE BARTENDERS, Paula Michele Mulligan (1151 Clevenger Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). San Luis Obispo County. This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Paula Michele Mulligan, 1151 Clevenger Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-21-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 12-21-28. December 28 & January 4, 11 & 18 2024.

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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CIRCULATE RECALL PETITION TO REMOVE DANIEL RUSHING FROM THE OFFICE OF COUNCIL MEMBER, DISTRICT 2 TO THE HONORABLE DANIEL RUSHING: Pursuant to Section 11020, California Elections Code, the undersigned registered qualified voters of the City of Grover Beach, in the State of California, hereby give notice that we are the proponents of a recall petition and that we intend to seek your recall and removal from the office of Council Member, District 2, in the City of Grover Beach, California. THE GROUNDS FOR THE RECALL ARE AS FOLLOWS: • Dan Rushing failed to do his due diligence for the citizens of Grover Beach. He did not vet Central Coast Blue service providers or evaluate their fiscal performance in other county agencies. • Dan Rushing thinks he knows what’s best for the people of Grover Beach and doesn’t listen to or seek out the needs or wisdom of his constituents. • Dan Rushing settled for water at any price rather than water at a fiscally sustainable cost. • Dan Rushing committed the ratepayers of Grover Beach to a $33.5m share of a project to expand Arroyo Grande and Pismo Beach without asking the citizens of Grover Beach if they approve. • Dan Rushing voted to make Grover Beach the industrial area of Pismo Beach and Arroyo Grande. • Dan Rushing approved a project with no permits, escalating costs, and environmental risks. • Dan Rushing approved a project to tear up newly repaired residential streets for 16 wells, a mile of pipelines, and a wastewater treatment plant in Grover neighborhoods. The printed names, signatures, and residence addresses of the proponents are as follows: /S/ Alfonso Contreras 1271 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Claire Adams 1297 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Bruce Bergstrom 1005 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Marty Schulz 1697 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Jennifer Lawler-Marshall 538 N 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Ronald Perkins 590 N 10th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Glenn Marshall 538 N 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Joan Perkins 590 N 10th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Brenda J Auer 733 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Janet Virden 1181 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Carolyn Freeland Lovell 1565 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Louis Salazar 1165 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Yolanda Morales 1673 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ John Robles 1245 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Rosita C Ignacio 797 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Rhonda Myers 1179 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Florito Ignacio 797 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Rebeca Salgado 1237 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Dorothy Avila 831 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Stacey Russell 1640 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Cecilia D Noyes 807 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Jerald Russell 1640 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Myles H Noyes 807 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Noelle Grasmick 1331 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kimberly J Steele 1864 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Stephen Kobliska 1056 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Scot Steele 1864 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ William Ross 920 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Chris Burger 732 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Rayn Random 244 N 10th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Julie Burger 732 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Chelsea Jane Freeland 1565 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Jason Burger 732 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ David White 1097 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kacie Burger 732 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Jeffrey Young 1459 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Mark Garcia-May 924 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Holly Young 1459 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Gina Garcia-May 924 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Jimmy Chambers 765 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Nancie Maloney 603 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Henderson Combs 781 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Max H Sidle 466 N 6th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Lori L Williams 857 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Stanley Edward Siskey 640 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Carl Williams 857 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Linda Faye Siskey 640 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Nance L McKinley 234 N 10th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Alfredo L Weichinger 765 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Deborah Elizabeth Bryant 263 N 9th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kathleen Brown 1595 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Angelina T Magana 311 N 9th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kellie Clark 485 N 12th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Spencer Goss 259 N 9th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Gary Schollard 290 N 13th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Tracy Selena Goss 259 N 9th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Debbie Schollard 290 N 13th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Taryn Lyn Stanko 239 N 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Marianne Buckmeyer 1263 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Claudia Samantha Snyder 245 N 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Lou Gibilisco 1223 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ William J Harvey 264 N 8th St Apt C Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Cindy Tomkinson 1239 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Rick Reeder 351 N 7th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Ben Tomkinson 1239 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Nicole Janaye Byde 417 N 10th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Paul Scorby 1685 Ramona Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Loren Westphal 739 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Dan Patrick Shannon 1139 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Eric B White 739 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Sharon Diane Shannon 1139 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Laura Hirsch 379 N 7th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Anson J R Castillo 1371 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Candida Salvador 329 N 7th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Michael J Cody 1415 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Cheryl Masters 319 N 7th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kathleen Tosta 1522-A Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Janice Brandli 1215 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Gregory Koepp 1550 Newport Ave Apt C Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Christopher Brandli 1215 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Carmen C Morningstar 1673 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Cindi Somers 577 Romona Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Laura L. Castillo 1371 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ William G. James 1348 Mentone Av #D Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Steven Lee 1756 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Carl Boatman 260 N 10th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Denise Y Fransen 1777 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Heidi Boatman 260 N 10th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Lawrence John Fransen 1777 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Leslie Hawthorne 1282 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Shirley Povondra 1881 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Shelly Wagner 1282 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Karen Eade 1863 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Ben Wagner 1282 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Gayle Miller 1904 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Laurie Salazar 1165 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Joni Leonard 1249 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 A copy of this notice and proof of service will be filed with the City Clerk, City of Grover Beach, State of California. Paid for by Grover H2O. ID #1465500 January 18, 2024

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FILE NO. 2023-2732 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as JR PAINTING, 2828 Augusta, Apt 6, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. J Ronny Molina Loeza (2828 Augusta , Apt 6, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual, J Ronny Molina Loeza. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-26-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 12-26-28. December 28 & January 4, 11 & 18 2024.

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FILE NO. 2023-2735 (01/02/22) New Filing The following person is doing business as CATTANEO BBQ SERVICE/ DBA RAYS OWN BRAND. 6255 Edna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Raymond Charles Cattaneo (6255 Edna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401), Ninamarie Piccardo Cattaneo (6255 Edna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A General Partnership, Raymond Charles Cattaneo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-27-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-27-28. January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2024.

FILE NO. 2023-2736 (12/04/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as COASTAL CLEAR CLEANING SERVICES, 323 Madeline Rose, Ct, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Vanessa Iniguez (323 Madeline Rose, Ct, Nipomo, CA 93444).This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Vanessa Iniguez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-27-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-27-28. January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2023-2738 (10/02/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as THE STEELE METHOD, STEEL HORSE TOURS, 1445 West Grand Ave, Suite B, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Steele Ventures, LLC. (1445 West Grand Ave, Suite B, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Steele Ventures, LLC., Scott R Steele, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-27-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk G. Ugalde Exp. 12-27-28. January 18, 25 & February 1, 8, 2024

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FILE NO. 2023-2751 (12/28/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as BREWER FAMILY COMPANIES, ALEXIS AND ELIZABETH’S RENEWED BOUTIQUE, 7525 Orchard Rd, Ste. C, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Tyler Brewer, Jacob Brewer (893 Marsh St., Unit 13411, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. This business is conducted by Joint Partnership, Tyler Brewer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-2823. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-28-28. January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2023-2752 (12/28/23) New Filing The following person is doing business as AGRIDULCE, 4211 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Dominique N Benavidez (933 Farroll Ave, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Dominique N Benavidez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-28-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-28-28. January 11, 18, 25 & February 1, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2023-2757 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as EVANS AND GERST ANTIQUES, 4111 Bridge Street, Cambria, CA 93428 San Luis Obispo County. James Neil Evans (4111 Bridge Street, Cambria, CA 93428).This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ James Neil Evans. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-28-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-28-28. January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2023-2761 (01/01/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as RADIANCE THERAPY & WELLNESS, 1141 Pacific Street, Suite C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Sara Jane Seitz (498 Trouville Avenue, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sara Jane Seitz. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-29-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-29-28. January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2023-2765 (12/18/2023) New Filing The following person is doing business as T’S RED TACOS, 690 Dolliver Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Pismo’s Pizza & Chowder House, Inc. (500 Linne Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/, Pismo’s Pizza & Chowder House Inc., Roger Sharp, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-2924. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 12-29-23. January 18, 25 & February 1 & 8, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2023-2790 (05/01/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as SITE ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT, 250 Foxen Bluff Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Mojtaba Moayeri (250 Foxen Bluff Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420).This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Mojtaba Moayeri. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-22-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 12-22-28. January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2024-0003 (01/26/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as 141 FIRST STREET PROPERTIES, 141 First St, Avila Beach, CA 93424. San Luis Obispo County. 141 First Street Properties, LLC. (1883 Castillo Ct, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/141 First Street Properties, LLC, Nicolette A Munoz, Treasurer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Luis Obispo on 01-02-24. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 0102-29. January 11, 18, 25 & February 1, 2024.

FILE NO. 2024-0007 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as LANE & COLE’S LAUNDROMAT, 127 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Casey Johnston. (816 Mentone Avenue, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Casey Johnston. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-0224. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 01-02-29. January 18, 25, & February 1, 8, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2024-0006 (01/02/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as BOOKKEEPING BY BARBARA MARIE, 44 Mariposa Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Barbara Marie Ozanich, (44 Mariposa Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Barbara Marie Ozanich. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-02-24. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A.Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-02-29. January 18, 25 & February 1, & 8, 2024.

FILE NO. 2024-0008 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as CENTRAL COAST MOBILE NOTARY, 499 Sunset Court, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Rebecca Renee Arias (499 Sunset Court, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Rebecca Renee Arias. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-02-24 I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 01-02-29. January 18, 25, & February 1, 8, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2024-0015 (01/03/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as BRIGHTER SIDE BARGAINS, BRIGHTER SIDE THRIFT STORE, BRIGHTER SIDE THRIFT SHOP, BRIGHTER SIDE BARGAIN CENTER. 197 S 10th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Elvia Madrigal, (PO Box 782, Grover Beach, CA 93483). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Elvia Madrigal. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-03-2024. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 01-03-29. January 18, 25 & February 1 & 8, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2024-0017 (01/03/2029) New Filing The following person is doing business as GENERAL INTELLIGENCE, 8445 Los Osos Road, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Andrew Hal Maltz (8445 Los Osos Road, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Andrew Hal Maltz This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-0314. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 01-03-29. January 11, 18, 25 & February 1, 2024.

PUBLIC NOTICE—CITY OF GROVER BEACH

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CIRCULATE RECALL PETITION TO REMOVE ZACHARY ZIMMERMAN FROM THE OFFICE OF COUNCIL MEMBER TO THE HONORABLE ZACHARY ZIMMERMAN: Pursuant to Section 11020, California Elections Code, the undersigned registered qualified voters of the City of Grover Beach, in the State of California, hereby give notice that we are the proponents of a recall petition and that we intend to seek your recall and removal from the office of Council Member, in the City of Grover Beach, California. THE GROUNDS FOR THE RECALL ARE AS FOLLOWS: • Zachary Zimmerman refuses to investigate lessons learned from the experiences of other county communities faced with unaffordable proposals by the same consultants. • Disregards the right of his constituents to affordable water. • Refuses to scrutinize escalating water project costs or seek competitive financially sustainable alternatives. • Thinks it’s fine to double water prices without knowing the end cost. • Doesn’t mind if Grover citizens must pay twice to fix their streets. • Doesn’t care about affordable housing or property values. • Thinks he knows better than 3 experienced geologists, 3 civil engineers, and Grover residents who ask him to review an overpriced project. • Does not make environmentally sound decisions to protect environmentally sensitive resources. The printed names, signatures, and residence addresses of the proponents are as follows: /S/ Dan Patrick Shannon 1139 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Alfonso Contreras 1271 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Bruce Bergstrom 1005 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Jennifer Lawler Marshall 538 N 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Thomas Crottogini 505 N 5th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ David White 1097 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Gay Richards 794 S 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ David Richards 794 S 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Melanie Black 800 Nice Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ John Wells 1430 Farroll Rd Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Sonya J Juarez 324 N Fifth St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Mark Cravens 324 N Fifth St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Jeffrey A Young 1459 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Sorcha Ashling 135 Ritchie Court Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Maia Ashling 135 Ritchie Court Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Pamela Dawn Storton 561 So 5th Street Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Lisa Lucero 815 N 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Eugenia T Sabau 1650 Monterey Avenue Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Haroldean Janet Ryals-Rantanen 571 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Anita Shower 867 N 6th Street Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Brenda J Auer 733 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Carmen C Morningstar 1673 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Carolyn Freeland Lovell 1565 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Yolanda M Morales 1673 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Rosita C Ignacio 797 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Florito V Ignacio 797 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Alfredo L Weichinger 765 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Emily Caro 781 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Dorothy Avila 831 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Cecilia D Noyes 807 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Myles H Noyes 807 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Mark Wingate Stuthard 290 Ramona Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Julie Burger 732 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Chris Burger 732 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Jason Burger 732 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kacie Burger 732 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Mark Garcia-May 924 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Gina Luz Garcia-May 924 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kira Branin 1245 S 4th Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Nancie Maloney 603 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Damien Manuele 507 N 6th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Max H Sidle 466 N 6th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Linda Faye Siskey 640 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Stanley Edward Siskey 640 Newport Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Alfred Weichinger Jr 765 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Loren Westphal 739 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Eric B White 739 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Laura Hirsch 379 N 7th St Grover Beach 93433

/S/ Candida Salvador 329 N 7th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Cheryl Masters 319 N 7th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Janice Brandli 1215 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Christopher Brandli 1215 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kimberly J Steele 1864 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Scot Steele 1864 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Allie Donegan 136 Ritchie Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Stacy Boom 1097 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Noelle Grasmick 1331 Atlantic City Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Mja Thiesmeyer 126 Ritchie Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Mia Dabwan 815 N 8th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Erik L Thiesmeyer 126 Ritchie Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Lorraine Donegan 136 Ritchie Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Brian Donegan 136 Ritchie Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Pamela McConal 250 N 5th Apt A Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Julia Rounds 139 S 3rd St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kathleen Brown 1595 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kellie Clark 485 N 12th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Gary Schollard 290 N 13th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Debbie Schollard 290 N 13th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ David Glass 979 N 6th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Louis Gibilisco 1223 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Marianne Buckmeyer 1263 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Rhonda Myers 1179 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Cindy Tomkinson 1239 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Ben Tomkinson 1239 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Paul Scorby 1685 Ramona Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Shannon Diane Shannon 1139 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Malinda Antongiovanni 1075 Bodega Ct Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Michael J Cullen 737A Grand Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Anson J R Castillo 1371 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Michael J Cody 1415 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kathleen Tosta 1522-A Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Gregory Koepp 1550 Newport Ave #C Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Laura L Castillo 1371 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Holly Young 1459 Newport Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Jimmy Chambers 765 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Henderson Combs 781 Saratoga Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Kevin Murray 1190 Nacimiento Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Lesley Ann Marr 1465 Farroll Rd Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Robin A Marr 1465 Farroll Rd Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Maxwell Marr 1465 Farroll Rd Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Mason Marr 1465 Farroll Rd Grover Beach 93433 /S/ G. W. Haas 942 Margarita Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Gloria L. Haas 942 Margarita Ave Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Rayn Random 244 N 10th St Grover Beach 93433 /S/ Heidi Boatman 260 N 10th St Grover Beach 93433

A copy of this notice and proof of service will be filed with the City Clerk, City of Grover Beach, State of California. Paid for by Grover H2O. ID #1465500 January 18, 2024

28 • New Times • Jaunary 18 - January 25, 2024 • www.newtimesslo.com

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, February 8, 2024 and promptly thereafter all bids that have been duly received will be publicly opened and read aloud for furnishing to said City all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, services and supplies necessary to construct and complete the construction of the: CIP 5002- SEWER SYSTEMS UPGRADES PROJECT GROVER BEACH General Work Description: In general, the Base Bid Work involves construction of 2,465 feet of 10- inch diameter sewer pipe, 1,450 feet of 12-inch diameter sewer pipe, and 301 feet of 18-inch diameter sewer pipe. Approximately 3,423 feet of pipe will be installed using pipe bursting methods. Work will also include installation of five new manholes, installation of one cleanout, and the coating of four manholes. The estimated opinion of probable construction cost for this Base Bid Work is approximately $3,200,000. 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 City’s website: https://www.grover.org/bids.aspx. 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. The following pipe bursting contractors submitted their qualifications and was determined to be qualified for the pipe bursting subcontracting work: 1. Morrow Trenchless, LLC. Prequalification for pipe bursting subcontracting for this Project is mandatory. No other subcontract work on this Project requires prequalification. 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, Thursday, February 1, 2024. The City will respond to bidder’s 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: On the outside of the bid envelope the Bidder shall indicate the following: 1. Name and Address of Bidder 2. Name of project on which bid is submitted 3. 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 11th day of January 2024 at the City of Grover Beach, California. City of Grover Beach STATE OF CALIFORNIA Steve Kahn Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer Legal Ad Published: The New Times: Thursdays January 11 & January 18

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FILE NO. 2024-0030 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as EVERGREEN SOUPS, 4750 Allene Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Candice S Cane (4750 Allene Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by an individual/s/ Candice S Cane. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-042024. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 01-04-2029. January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 2024

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FILE NO. 2024-0037 (01/04/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as LEON RM CONSTRUCTION, 1246 Mesa Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444 . San Luis Obispo County. Leon RM Construction (1246 Mesa Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Leon RM Construction, Marbella De Leon, CEO/President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-04-2024. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-04-2029. January 18, 25 & February 1 & 8, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2024-0038 (01/03/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as THE JUST DAINA, 10700 Toro Creek Road, Atascadero CA, 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Daina K Catlin (10700 Toro Creek Road, Atascadero CA, 93422). This business is conducted by A/ An Individual/s/ Daina K Catlin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-0424. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk M. Katz. Exp. 01-04-29. January 18 & February 1, 8 & 15, 2024

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FILE NO. 2024-0040 (01/01/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as MRW FINISH CARPENTRY, 460 Cuerno Largo Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Maxwell R Wilson (460 Cuerno Largo Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Maxwell R Wilson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-12-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 01/04/2024. January 11, 18, 25 & February 1, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2024-0046 (01/05/2004 New Filing The following person is doing business as JRF CONSTRUCTION, 7535 Santa Ysabel Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. John Reily Ferguson (7535 Santa Ysabel Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422).This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ John Reily Ferguson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01/05/24. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 01-05-29. January 11, 18, 25 & February 1, 2024.

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FILE NO. 2024-0048 (01/01/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as GIGI’S BITS AND BOB’S BOUTIQUE, 816 Main St., Suite B, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Casey Johnston ( 816 Main St., Suite B, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ April Nancy Cannizzaro. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-01-24. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-02-29. January 18, 25, February 1,8 2024.

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FILE NO. 2024-0073 (01/09/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as CRYMSON, 7100 Navajoa Ave, Atascasero, CA 93423. San Luis Obispo County. Gianne Nicole Anderson (PO Box 174, Atascadero, CA 93423) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Gianne Nicole Anderson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-09-24. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-09-24. January 18, 25 & February 1 & 8, 2024.

FILE NO. 2024-0054 (01/08/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as BOB’S RADIO AND TV, 1415 S. 4th St., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Daniel Lindsey Steele (1415 S. 4th St., Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by an individual/s/Daniel Lindsey Steele. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-08-2024. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 01-08-2029. January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 2024

CIP 2287 WEST GRAND AVENUE STREETSCAPE 4TH - 8TH General Work Description: In general, the Base Bid Work includes, but is 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, storm drains, utility work, landscaped center medians, irrigation, decorative street lighting, street trees, 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 sign posts, tree trimming, earthwork cutting and backfilling, roadway preparation, concrete curb and gutter, concrete cross-gutter, concrete sidewalks, accessibility improvements, signage and installation of pavement striping and markings. The estimated construction cost for this Base Bid Work is approximately $5,700,000. 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 City’s website: https://www.grover.org/bids.aspx. 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 date that the City will accept bidder’s inquiries is January 30, 2024. The City will respond to bidder’s 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. By submitting a bid, the bidder is confirming that a job walk was performed, and any visual ambiguities have been submitted in writing via a bidder inquiry. Bid Submittal Instructions: On the outside of the bid envelope the Bidder shall indicate the following: 1. Name and Address of Bidder 2. Name of project on which bid is submitted 3. 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.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2024-0069 (07/15/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as AMERICAN PRESSURE WASHING SERVICES, 658 Graves Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Carson Alexander Gann (311 Alder, Ln, Buellton, CA 93427). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Carson Alexander Gann. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01/09/2024. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, O. Palma, Deputy. Exp. 01/09/2029. January 18, 25 & February 1, 8, 2024.

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 Wednesday, February 7, 2024 and promptly thereafter all bids that have been duly received will be publicly opened and read aloud for furnishing to said City all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, services and supplies necessary to construct and complete the construction of the:

City of Grover Beach STATE OF CALIFORNIA Steve Kahn Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer

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FILE NO. 2024-0053 (01/01/2024) New Filing The following persons are doing business as MORRO BAY COFFEE CO., 948 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA, 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Aja Leigh-Ann Davis (948 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442)and Madison Joss Lipton (948 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A Limited Partnership. Leigh-Ann, General Manager/s/ Aja Davis. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-08-2024. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 01-08-2029. January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 2024

CITY OF GROVER BEACH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Dated this 11th, day of January 2024, at the City of Grover Beach, California.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2024-0075 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as VELOCITY TINT, 1351 W. Grand Ave, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Roger Craig, (1473 Blackberry Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93421) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Roger Craig. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01/09/2024. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 01/09/2029. January 18, 25 & February 1 & 8, 2024.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2024-0076 (N/A)New Filing The following person is doing business as MONARCH GROVE WINERY, 180 HWY 1, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. GJEM INC (262 Placentia Ave, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). State of CA. This business is conducted by A Corporation. /s/ GJEM, Julie Garcia, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-09-24. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk M. Paredes, Deputy. Exp. 01-09-29. January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2024-0078 (01/01/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as CINDA NOTARY PRO, 571 Embarcadero Ste. A, Morro Bay, CA 93442 . San Luis Obispo County. Lucinda L Quintanar-Petit, 571 Embarcadero Ste. A, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Lucinda L Quintanar-Petit. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-09-24. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A.Trujillo, Deputy. Exp. 01-09-29. January 18, 25 & February 1, & 8, 2024.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2024-0101 (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as A’KINI SWIMWEAR, 1810 Doris Ave, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Alyssa T Hudson (1810 Doris Ave, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Alyssa T Hudson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-11-24. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 01-11-29. January 18, 25, & February 1, 8, 2024.

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COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WHO County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission WHEN Thursday, February 22, 2024 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 Abbott | Reed Inc. and the Housing Authority of San Luis Obispo for a Conditional Use Permit (N-DRC2023-00001) to construct 313 multi-family residential units on three parcels totaling approximately 10.48 acres. The project would include the development of 240 market-rate residential units configured in 15 three-story buildings, 73 affordable residential units configured in 2 three-story buildings for a total of 17 residential buildings and 1 clubhouse, on-site parking areas, a variety of on-site amenities, and landscaping. The project would also include off-site roadway improvements along the project site frontages of Hill Street, South Frontage Road, and Grande Avenue. The project includes a request for two concessions in accordance with State Density Bonus Law (California Government Code Section 65915): (1) to allow for building heights up to 49 feet 6 inches where a height of up to 35 feet is currently allowed by County Land Use Ordinance Section 22.10.090.C; and (2) to allow for residential uses to be the principal use on a Commercial Retail designated parcel. The project also includes a request for a modification of the fencing and screening height standards set forth in County Land Use Ordinance Section 22.10.080 to allow the construction of a noise wall 8 feet in height along a southern portion of the eastern frontage of the project property where 6 feet 6 inches is currently allowed. The project also includes a request for an adjustment from Policy 5.3 of the West Tefft Corridor Design Plan to allow for front and side setbacks of 19 feet 2 inches and 42 feet 1 inch for a portion of the project site along Hill Street and South Frontage Road where a 0-foot maximum is currently required. The project site is within the Commercial Retail land use category and is located on the west side of Frontage Road and south of Hill Street within the community of Nipomo, in the Inland sub area of the South County Planning Area and is partially located within the West Tefft Corridor Design Plan Area. 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 Declaration (pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq., and CA Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq.) has been issued on December 22, 2023, for this project. Mitigation measures are proposed to address aesthetics, air quality, biological resources, cultural resources, geology & soils, greenhouse gas emissions, hazards & hazardous materials, land use & planning, noise, transportation, tribal cultural resources, utilities & service systems, and mandatory findings of significance, 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: N-DRC2023-00001 Supervisorial District: District 4 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 092-579-006 (+ 4 more) Date Accepted: N/A WHERE The hearing will be held in the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey Street, Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal. 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 Elizabeth Moreno, 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. Ysabel Eighmy, Secretary Planning Commission January 18, 2024

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, February 2, 2024 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 Christie and Cliff Cate for a Minor Use Permit to allow the phased development of a 6,523 square foot winery facility with 1,369 square feet of outdoor use areas. The two-phase project consists of a new 546-square-foot indoor tasting room, 429 square feet of outdoor tasting area, 5,977 square feet of wine production and storage area including a 938-square-foot exterior crush pad. The applicant is requesting two modifications to setback standards in Section 22.30.070 to allow a 76.5’ southern property line setback instead of the ordinance standard of 100’ for wine processing buildings and 200’ for tasting rooms. Additionally, the applicant is requesting a modification to Section 22.20.060 to allow 134 square feet of signage instead of the ordinance standard of 34 square feet. The project will result in the disturbance of approximately 1.93 acres with 3,866 cubic yards of cut and 3,456 cubic yards of fill on a 29acre parcel. The proposed project is within the Agriculture land use category and is located at 1385 Arbor Road in the community of Paso Robles. The site is in the Salinas River Sub Area of the North County Planning Area. Also to be considered is the determination that this project is categorically exempt from environmental review under CEQA. County File Number: N-DRC2023-00013 Supervisorial District: District 1 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 026-471-004 Date Accepted: 08/25/2023 WHERE Virtual meeting via Zoom platform. Instructions on how to view and participate in the meeting remotely and provide public comment will be included in the published meeting Agenda and are posted on the Department’s webpage at: https://www slocounty.ca gov/Departments/Planning-Build np/ Grid-Items/Meetings.-Hearings.-Agendas,-and-Minutes/PlanningDepartment-Hearing—(PDH)-Virtual-Meeting- aspx ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www sloplanninq org. You may also contact Jessica Macrae, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at 805-788-2714. 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 pdh6co slo ca us by Friday, January 26, 2024 at 4:30 PM. The letter or email must include the language “I would like to request a hearing on N-DRC2023-00013.” 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. Ysabel Eighmy, Secretary Planning Department Hearing January 18, 2024

American Towers LLC is proposing to increase the height of an existing telecommunications tower from 55.5 feet (overall height of 62.8 feet) to 68 feet (overall height of 74 feet); increase the ground space for an existing telecommunications tower compound by 10 feet by 15 feet, along with a 30-foot buffer surrounding the current and proposed lease area, at 202 South 3rd Street, Grover Beach, San Luis Obispo County, California 93433-1908, APN: 060-213-021. American Towers LLC seeks comments from all interested persons on any potential significant impact the proposed action could have on the quality of the human environment pursuant to 47 C.F.R. Section 1.1307, including potential impacts to historic or cultural resources that are listed or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Interested persons may comment or raise concerns about the proposed action by submitting an e-mail to enviro. services@americantower.com. Paper comments can be sent to: American Towers LLC, Attn: Environmental Compliance, 10 Presidential Way, Woburn, MA 01801. Requests or comments should be limited to environmental and historic/ cultural resource impact concerns and must be received on or before February 22, 2024. This invitation to comment is separate from any local planning/zoning process that may apply to this project. January 11 & 18, 2024

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FILE NO. 2024-2762 (10/29/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as COASTAL ESTATE AUCTIONS, 351 N. Elm, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Bonnie L McPeters (351 N. Elm, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420).This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Bonnie L McPeters This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-29-23. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Katz, Deputy. Exp. 12-29-28. January 11, 18, 25 & February 1, 2024.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 20240010 (01/02/2024) New Filing The following person is doing business as SHRINE BREWING, 3197 Duncan Lane, Unit B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Joe A Florence 2044 Mccollum St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Joe A Florence. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-02-24. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stilleto, Deputy. Exp. 01-02-29. January 11, 18, 25 & February 1, 2024.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: LACEY COOPER DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 23PR-0350 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: LACEY COOPER A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CANDACE RYAN In the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CANDACE RYAN 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. 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: January 30, 2024, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in person at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, 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: Benjamin Bourgault, esq. 424 S. Main St. Templeton, CA 93465 January 4, 11, & 18, 2024

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: TANASE BURAPARAT DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0006

LEGAL NOTICES

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 23CV-0760

T.S. No.: 2020-01308-CA A.P.N.:040-143-044 Property Address: 717 MARQUITA AVENUE, TEMPLETON, CA 93465 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

tion 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site https://www. altisource.com/loginpage.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2020-01308-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction, if conducted after January 1, 2021, pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (866)-960-8299, or visit this internet website https://www. altisource.com/loginpage.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case 2020-01308-CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: January 3, 2024 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 238 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 9608299 https://www.altisource.com/ loginpage.aspx Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Andrew and April Rock filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Levi George Rock, To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, to PROPOSED NAME: Levi Marvel contingent creditors, and persons Rock. who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: TANASE BURAPARAT A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by AROCHA WIWATWANICHKUL In the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that by AROCHA WIWATWANICHKUL 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: February 13, 2024, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: D4 in person at the 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 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. Petitioner: Arocha Wiwatwanichkul 1026 Ramona Ave. Grover Beach, CA 93433 805-519-9562 January 18, 25, & February 1, 2024

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF LIENED PROPERTY

Notice is hereby given that a Lien Sale will be held online at BID13.com beginning on January 18th, 2024. The goods scheduled for auction are located at Broad Street Storage 4880 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. This auction is to satisfy the lien on property stored at the address above in the unit listed. 1.

Ryan Cosgro, Unit C25

All units must be paid for at the time of sale. Credit/Debit Card only will be accepted. The landlord reserves the right to bid on the sale. All purchased goods are sold “as is”; and must be removed within 48 hours of the sale. Buyers must provide a current, original or a photocopy of their resale permit at time of sale in lieu of sales tax. This sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between landlord and obligated party. January 11 & 18, 2024

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2023-2711 OLD FILE NO. 2019-2831 Mr. Storage, 831 Merced St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 12/09/2019. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Tricoast Management (831 Merced St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business was conducted by A Corporation /s/ Tricoast Management, James O’Blenis. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-21-2023. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. By A. Trujillo, Deputy Clerk. January 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2024.

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: 02/15/2024, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. D2, in person or by Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. 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: December 29, 2023 /s/: Craig B. van Rooyen, Judge of the Superior Court January 11, 18, 25 & February, 1, 2024

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2023-2764 OLD FILE NO. 2022-2447 TITO’S RED TACOS, 690 Dolliver St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 10/19/2022. The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Pismo’s Pizza & Chowder House, Inc. (500 Linne Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business was conducted by a corporation/s/ Roger Sharp, President, Pismo’s Pizza & Chowder House, Inc. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12/29/2023. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. By S. Stiletto, Deputy Clerk. January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 2024

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2024-0026 OLD FILE NO. 2023-0099 PRIMITIVE FARMS, 8155 Carrisa Highway 58, Santa Margarita, CA 93453. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 01-12-23. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Primitive Farms (8155 Carrisa Highway 58, Santa Margarita, CA 93453). This business was conducted by A Corporation /s/ Primitive Farms, Pamela S Burgett, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-0324. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. By A. Trujillo, Deputy Clerk. January 18, 25, & February 1, 8, 2024.

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2024-0105 OLD FILE NO. 2021-1074 BLOSSOM FIVE CITIES, 558 Camino Mercado, Suite A, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 04/27/2021 The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Blossom Five Cities, LLC, (558 Camino Mercado, Suite A, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business was conducted by An individual, /s/ Crystal Marie Searing. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01/11/2024. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. By M. Katz, Deputy Clerk. January 18, 25 & February 1 & 5, 2024.

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PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문서에 정보 요약서 가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/17/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: BRUCE A.R. NESBITT, AN UNMARRIED MAN Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 06/01/2006 as Instrument No. 2006038813 in book —-, page—- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, Date of Sale: 03/05/2024 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale:IN THE BREEZEWAY ADJACENT TO THE COUNTY GENERAL SERVICES BLDG. LOCATED AT 1087 SANTA ROSA STREET, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93408 Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $976,472.63 THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 717 MARQUITA AVENUE, TEMPLETON, CA 93465 A.P.N.: 040-143-044 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 976,472.63. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Sec-

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T.S. No.: 2023-00763-CA A.P.N.:021-171-003 Property Address: 1472 L STREET, AREA OF SAN MIGUEL, CA 93451 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

LEGAL NOTICES Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1472 L STREET, AREA OF SAN MIGUEL, CA 93451 A.P.N.: 021-171-003 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 226,183.29. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site https://www. altisource.com/loginpage.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2023-00763-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction, if conducted after January 1, 2021, pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (866)-960-8299, or visit this internet website https://www. altisource.com/loginpage.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case 2023-00763-CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: January 2, 2024 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 238 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 9608299 https://www.altisource.com/ loginpage.aspx Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. January 11, 18, & 25, 2024

LEGAL NOTICES

T.S. No.: 9672-0097 TSG Order No.: 230391421-CA-VOI A.P.N.: 077-292-003 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/15/2016. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 11/18/2016 as Document No.: 2016060853, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, executed by: ROBERT DALOG MAHINAN AND JENNIFER CACHO MAHINAN HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 01/30/2024 at 11:00 AM Sale Location: In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1178 BRITTANY AVE, ARROYO GRANDE, CA 934204160 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $472,569.28 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-9390772 or visit this internet website, www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case T.S.# 9672-0097. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916-939-0772, or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case T.S.# 9672-0097 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the

amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. NBS Default Services, LLC 14841 Dallas Parkway, Suite 300 Dallas, TX 75254 800-766-7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting. com or Call: 916-939-0772. NBS Default Services, LLC, Renee Wallace, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only. NPP0444841 To: NEW TIMES 01/18/2024, 01/25/2024, 02/01/2024

CITATION FOR PUBLICATION UNDER WELFARE AND INSTITUTIONS CODE SECTION 294

ATTORNEY OR PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY Department of Social Services PO Box 8119 San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8119 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 Juvenile Court CASE NAME: Ava Leanne Hoyle CASE NUMBER: 22JD00173-001 To: Bruce T. Hoyle and 1. anyone claiming to be a parent of Ava Leanne Hoyle born on 11/15/2016 at Sierra Vista Regional Med Center, San Luis Obispo, California 2. A hearing will be held on February 7, 2024, at 1:00pm in Dept. 12 and April 10, 2024, at 1:00pm in Dept. 12 located at Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. *This hearing will be held remotely. If you wish to appear by telephone, your attorney in this case must notify the Court on the day of the hearing, prior to the hearing calendar. If you wish to appear in person, notify your attorney in this case. If you do not have an attorney and you wish to appear for the hearing, you must contact the court. The remote hearing will be confidential. You must not record the hearing, allow others to listen to the hearing, or disclose to others what occurs during the hearing. Participants who violate confidentiality may be subject to criminal and civil sanctions. At the hearing the court 3. will consider the recommendations of the social worker or probation officer. 4. The social worker or probation officer will recommend that your child be freed from your legal custody so that the child may be adopted. If the court follows the recommendation, all of your parental rights to the child will be terminated. 5. You have the right to be present at the hearing, to present evidence, and you have the right to be represented by an attorney. If you do not have an attorney and cannot afford to hire one, the court will appoint an attorney for you. 6. If the court terminates your parental rights, the order may be final. 7. The court will proceed with this hearing whether or not you are present. Date: January 11, 2024 /s/ Myranda Morales, Deputy Clerk January 18, 25, & February 1, 2024

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 665 OF THE CITY OF MORRO BAY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT, at the regular meeting of the City Council held on January 9, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. held in the Veterans Memorial Hall located at 209 Surf Street, Morro Bay, California, the City Council of the City of Morro Bay adopted Ordinance No. 665, adding Chapter 8.26 to Title 8 of the Morro Bay Municipal Code Regulating Camping and Storage of Personal Property on Public Property to Mitigate Harm to Public Health, Safety and Welfare. A certified copy of the full text of the adopted ordinance is available on the City’s website at www.morrobayca.gov, and upon request by contacting the City Clerk’s office at (805) 772-6205. Ayes: Noes: Absent: Abstain: Recused:

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/s/ Dana Swanson City Clerk Dated: January 10, 2024 Publish: January 18, 2024

NOTICE OF ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 666 OF THE CITY OF MORRO BAY

CONSUMER INDEX The San Luis Obispo Municipal Code Chapter 5.44 entitled “Mobile Home Park Rent Stabilization” requires that the monthly Consumer Price Index (CPI) percentage (%) be published as a basis for establishing rent increases. The monthly space rent in mobile home parks may not be increased more than once each year based on the CPI % change, or 9%, whichever is less. The CPI monthly data for Los Angeles, Long Beach and Anaheim is used for San Luis Obispo.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT, at the regular meeting of the City Council held on January 9, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. held in the Veterans Memorial Hall located at 209 Surf Street, Morro Bay, California, the City Council of the City of Morro Bay adopted Ordinance No. 666, adding Chapter 8.27 to Title 8 of the Morro Bay Municipal Code Regulating Overnight Human Habitation of Vehicles on Private Property Used for Business or Nonprofit Organization Operations to Mitigate Harm to Public Health, Safety and Welfare. A certified copy of the full text of the adopted ordinance is available on the City’s website at www.morrobayca.gov, and upon request by contacting the City Clerk’s office at (805) 772-6205. Ayes: Noes: Absent: Abstain: Recused:

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/s/ Dana Swanson City Clerk Dated: January 10, 2024 Publish: January 18, 2024

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is given that sealed bids will be received at the office of the County Clerk-Recorder, 1055 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408 before 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 22, 2024 (“Bid Deadline”), for the following public works project:

DOVER CANYON ROAD AT JACK CREEK BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT CONTRACT NO. 300514

Bids will be opened and declared by the County Clerk-Recorder at 3:15 p.m. on the bid opening date at a public meeting at 1055 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408. Any bid received at the office of the County Clerk-Recorder of the County of San Luis Obispo at or after 3:00 p.m. on the date specified above will not be accepted and will be returned to the bidder unopened. A bid received one second after 3:00 p.m. (i.e., after 3:00:00 p.m.) shall not be considered. Bids are required for the entire work described in the Contract Documents. The Bid package (also referred to herein as the “Contract Documents”) are posted on the County’s Purchasing website: http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/GS/Purchasing/Current_Formal_Bids_and_Proposals.html Any changes, additions, or deletions to these Contract Documents will be in the form of written addenda issued by the County. Any addenda will be posted on the website. Prospective bidders must check the website for addenda or other relevant new information at up to 5:00 p.m. the day before the prescribed date/time for submittal of bids. The County is not responsible for the failure of any prospective bidder to receive such addenda. All addenda so issued shall become a part of this Bid. All bidders are required to acknowledge and confirm receipt of every addendum in their bid proposal. All bidder Requests for Information must be submitted no later than 3:00 p.m., 5 business days prior to the bid opening date. Requests submitted after said date may not be considered. All questions pertaining to the content of this invitation to Bid must be made in writing through the Purchasing website. Questions and responses will be posted on the Purchasing website and can be viewed by accessing the Invitation to Bid located at the Purchasing website. The identity of the entity submitting the question will not be posted. The County reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of comments / questions that will be posted on the website. The bidder must have either a Class A license or a combination of Class C licenses that make up a majority of the work at the time the Contract is awarded (Public Contract Code section 3300). When the bidder holds a combination of Class C licenses, all work to be performed outside of the bidder’s license specialties, except work that is incidental or supplemental to the licenses of the bidder, shall be performed by licensed Subcontractors in compliance with the Subletting and Subcontracting Fair Practices Act (Chapter 4 (commencing with section 4100) of Part 1 of Division 2 of the Public Contract Code) Pursuant to Labor Code section 1771.1: • A Contractor or Subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in the Bid Proposal, subject to the requirements of Public Contract Code section 4104, or engage in the performance of this public works project, unless currently registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and qualified to perform work pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. It is not a violation of this section for an unregistered Contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by Business and Professions Code section 7029.1, Public Contract Code section 10164, or Public Contract Code section 20103.5, provided the Contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded. • This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. Bids must be submitted under sealed cover plainly marked as a bid and identified with the project number, the date and time for receipt of sealed bids, and the name of the bidder. Bids must be accompanied by cash, a certified or cashier’s check, or a bidder’s bond in favor of the County in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the submitted total Bid. Pursuant to Public Contract Code section 22300, the successful bidder may substitute certain securities for funds withheld by County to ensure performance under the Contract or, in the alternative, request the County to make payment of retention to an escrow agent. The successful bidder will be required to furnish the County with payment and performance bonds, with each issued by a California admitted surety insurer equal to 100% of the Contract Price. Pursuant to Labor Code section 1770 et seq., the Contractor and all Subcontractors shall pay not less than the prevailing rate of per diem wages as determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations and comply with all applicable Labor Code provisions, which include, but are not limited to the employment of apprentices, the hours of labor, and the debarment of Contractors and Subcontractors. The Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations determines the general prevailing wage rates. Copies are available at the at the DIR website, http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD. Notice of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Requirements Bidders must take necessary and reasonable steps to ensure that DBEs have the opportunity to participate in the Contract (49 CFR 26). It is the policy of the County of San Luis Obispo to practice nondiscrimination based on race, color, sex, or national origin in the award or performance of this contract. The County encourages participation by all firms qualifying under this solicitation regardless of business size or ownership. The County hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that in any agreement entered into pursuant to this advertisement, Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, or disability in consideration for an award. The contractor, subrecipient, or subcontractor shall take necessary and reasonable steps to ensure that DBEs have the opportunity to participate in this contract. The DBE goal is 20% percent. Notice of Davis-Bacon Requirements Federal funds are being used on this project, and therefore, the Davis-Bacon Act (2 CFR 200 Appendix II(D) and 29 CFR 5) apply. The Federal minimum wage rates for this project as predetermined by the United States Secretary of Labor are set forth in the Appendices. If there is a difference between the minimum wage rates predetermined by the Secretary of Labor and the prevailing wage rates determined to be applicable to this contract by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations for similar classifications of labor, the Contractor and Subcontractors shall pay not less than the higher wage rate. Title VI Solicitation Notice The County of San Luis Obispo, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 USC §§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and related regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that all disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded a full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. Notice of Requirement for Affirmative Action to Ensure Equal Employment Opportunity 1. The offeror’s or bidder’s attention is called to the “Equal Opportunity Clause” and the “Standard Federal Equal Employment Specifications” set forth herein. 2. The goals and timetables for minority and female participation, expressed in percentage terms for the Contractor’s aggregate workforce in each trade on all construction work in the covered area, are as follows: A. Goals for minority participation for each trade: 24.6% B. Goals for female participation in each trade: 6.9% These goals are applicable to all the Contractor’s construction work (whether or not it is Federal or federally assisted) performed in the covered area. If the Contractor performs construction work in a geographical area located outside of the covered area, it shall apply the goals established for such geographical area where the work is actually performed. With regard to this second area, the Contractor also is subject to the goals for both its federally involved and nonfederally involved construction. The Contractor’s compliance with the Executive Order and the regulations in 41 CFR 60-4 shall be based on its implementation of the Equal Opportunity Clause, specific affirmative action obligations required by the specifications set forth in 41 CFR 60-4.3(a), and its efforts to meet the goals. The hours of minority and female employment and training must be substantially uniform throughout the length of the contract, and in each trade, and the contractor shall make a good faith effort to employ minorities and women evenly on each of its projects. The transfer of minority or female employees or trainees from Contractor to Contractor or from project to project for the sole purpose of meeting the Contractor’s goals shall be a violation of the contract, the Executive Order and the regulations in 41 CFR 60-4. Compliance with the goals will be measured against the total work hours performed. 3. The Contractor shall provide written notification to the Director of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs within 10 working days of award of any construction subcontract in excess of $10,000 at any tier for construction work under the contract resulting from this solicitation. The notification shall list the name, address, and telephone number of the Subcontractor; employer identification number of the Subcontractor; estimated dollar amount of the Subcontract; estimated starting and completion dates of the Subcontract; and the geographical area in which the Subcontract is to be performed. 4. As used in this Notice, and in the contract resulting from this solicitation, the “covered area” is San Luis Obispo County, California. Notice of Federal Trainee Program As part of the Contractor’s equal employment affirmative action program, the Contractor is to provide on-the-job training to develop full journeyman in types of trades or job classifications involved in the Contract. The number of trainees or apprentices is 3. Notice of Requirements of Federal Fair Labor Standards Act All contracts and subcontracts that result from this Notice to Bidders incorporate by reference the provisions of 29 CFR 201, the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), with the same force and effect as if given in full text. The FLSA sets minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards for full and part-time workers. The Contractor has full responsibility to monitor compliance to the referenced statute or regulation. The Contractor must address any claims or disputes that arise from this requirement directly with the U.S. Department of Labor – Wage and Hour Division. Executive Order N-6-22 – Russia Sanctions On March 4, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-6-22 (the EO) regarding Economic Sanctions against Russia and Russian entities and individuals. “Economic Sanctions” refers to sanctions imposed by the U.S. government in response to Russia’s actions in Ukraine, as well as any sanctions imposed under state law. Should the State or County determine Contractor is a target of Economic Sanctions or is conducting prohibited transactions with sanctioned individuals or entities, that shall be grounds for termination of this agreement. The County shall provide Contractor advance written notice of such termination, allowing Contractor at least 30 calendar days to provide a written response. Termination shall be at the sole discretion of the County. By order of the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo in their action on the 24th day of March, 2020. END OF NOTICE TO BIDDERS January 18, 2024

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Free Will Astrology by Rob Brezsny Homework: Indulge in ‘Healthy Obsessions’—not ‘Melodramatic Compulsions’ or ‘Exhausting Crazes.’ Newsletter.freewillastrology.com ARIES (March 21-April 19): Aries chemist Percy Julian (1899-1975) was a trailblazer in creating medicine from plants. He patented more than 130 drugs and laid the foundation for the production of cortisone and birth control pills. Julian was also a Black man who had to fight relentlessly to overcome the racism he encountered everywhere. I regard him as an exemplary member of the Aries tribe, since he channeled his robust martial urges toward constructive ends again and again and again. May he inspire you in the coming weeks, dear Aries. Don’t just get angry or riled up. Harness your agitated spirit to win a series of triumphs.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Taurus actor Pierce Brosnan says, “You struggle with money. You struggle without money. You struggle with love. You struggle without love. But it’s how you manage. You have to keep laughing, you have to be fun to be with, and you have to live with style.” Brosnan implies that struggling is a fundamental fact of everyday life, an insistent presence that is never far from our awareness. But if you’re willing to consider the possibility that his theory may sometimes be an exaggeration, I have good news: The coming months could be less filled with struggle than ever before. As you deal with the ease and grace, I hope you will laugh, be fun to be with, and live with style—without having to be motivated by ceaseless struggle.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Gemini author and activist William Upski Wimsatt is one of my role models. Why? In part, because he shares my progressive political ideals and works hard to get young people to vote for enlightened candidates who promote social justice. Another reason I love him is that he aspires to have 10,000 role models. Not just a few celebrity heroes, but a wide array of compassionate geniuses working to make the world more like paradise. The coming weeks will be an excellent time for you to gather new role models, dear Gemini. I also suggest you look around for new mentors, teachers, and inspiring guides.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): I want you to fulfill your desires! I want you to get what you want! I don’t think that yearnings are unspiritual indulgences that divert us from enlightenment. On the contrary, I believe our longings are sacred homing signals guiding us to our highest truths. With these thoughts in mind, here are four tips to enhance your quests in the coming months: 1. Some of your desires may be distorted or superficial versions of deeper, holier desires. Do your best to dig down and find their heart source. 2. To help manifest your desires, visualize yourself as having already accomplished them. 3. Welcome the fact that when you achieve what you want, your life will change in unpredictable ways. You may have to deal with a good kind of stress. 4. Remember that people are more likely to assist you in getting what you yearn for if you’re not greedy and grasping.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): I regard Leo psychologist Carl Jung (1875-1961) as a genius with a supreme intellect. Here’s a quote from him that I want you to hear: “We should not pretend to understand the world only by the intellect; we apprehend it just as much by feeling. Therefore, the judgment of the intellect is, at best, only the half of truth, and must, if it be honest, also come to an understanding of its inadequacy.” You may already believe this wisdom in your gut, Leo. But like all of us, you live in a culture filled with authorities who value the intellect above feeling. So it’s essential to be regularly reminded of the bigger truth—especially for you right now. To make righteous decisions, you must respect your feelings as much as your intellect.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Poet Rainer Maria Rilke exalted the physical pleasure that sex brings. He mourned that so many “misuse and squander this experience and apply it as a stimulant to the tired

spots of their lives and as a distraction instead of a rallying toward exalted moments.” At its best, Rilke said, sex gives us “a knowing of the world, the fullness and the glory of all knowing.” It is a sublime prayer, an opportunity to feel sacred communion on every level of our being. That’s the erotic experience I wish for you in the coming weeks, Virgo. And I believe you will have an expanded potential for making it happen.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Even if you are currently bonded with a spouse or partner, I recommend you consider proposing matrimony to an additional person: yourself. Yes, dear Libra, I believe the coming months will be prime time for you to get married to your own precious soul. If you’re brave enough and crazy enough to carry out this daring move, devote yourself to it with lavish abandon. Get yourself a wedding ring, write your vows, conduct a ceremony, and go on a honeymoon. If you’d like inspiration, read my piece “I Me Wed”: tinyurl.com/SelfMarriage

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Talking about a problem can be healthy. But in most cases, it should be a preliminary stage that leads to practical action; it shouldn’t be a substitute for action. Now and then, however, there are exceptions to this rule. Mere dialogue, if grounded in mutual respect, may be sufficient to dissolve a logjam and make further action unnecessary. The coming days will be such a time for you, Scorpio. I believe you and your allies can talk your way out of difficulties.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sagittarian cartoonist Charles M. Schulz wrote, “My life has no purpose, no direction, no aim, no meaning, and yet I’m happy. I can’t figure it out. What am I doing right?” I suspect that in 2024, you may go through a brief phase similar to his: feeling blank, yet quite content. But it won’t last. Eventually, you will be driven to seek a passionate new sense of intense purpose. As you pursue this reinvention, a fresh version of happiness will bloom. For best results, be willing to outgrow your old ideas about what brings you gladness and gratification.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): We all go through phases that feel extra plodding and pedestrian. During these times, the rhythms and melodies of our lives seem drabber than usual. The good news is that I believe you Capricorns will experience fewer of these slowdowns than usual in 2024. The rest of us will be seeing you at your best and brightest on a frequent basis. In fact, the gifts and blessings you offer may flow toward us in abundance. So it’s no coincidence if you feel exceptionally well-loved during the coming months. PS: The optimal way to respond to the appreciation you receive is to ratchet up your generosity even higher.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In the fall of 1903, The New York Times published an article that scorned human efforts to develop flying machines. It prophesied that such a revolutionary technology was still at least a million years in the future—possibly 10 million years. In conclusion, it declared that there were better ways to apply our collective ingenuity than working to create such an unlikely invention. Nine weeks later, Orville and Wilbur Wright disproved that theory, completing a flight with the airplane they had made. I suspect that you, Aquarius, are also primed to refute an expectation or prediction about your supposed limitations. (Afterward, try not to gloat too much.)

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your sweat and tears are being rewarded with sweets and cheers. Your diligent, detailed work is leading to expansive outcomes that provide relief and release. The discipline you’ve been harnessing with such panache is spawning breakthroughs in the form of elegant liberations. Congrats, dear Pisces! Don’t be shy about welcoming in the fresh privileges flowing your way. You have earned these lush dividends. ∆

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