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Alameda County Launches New Redistricting Process

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors held a Special Meeting on Tuesday to hear Left to Right: Cathy D. Adams, Ali Kashani, Stephanie Gaywood, Oakland A’s, Collete Lucas-Conwell, Oakland A’s, E laine Brown, public input on redistricting. Councilmember Loren Taylor, District 7, Wanda Johnson, Oscar Grant Foundation, Lateefah Simon, BART Board Director, Tonya The county will begin reLove representing Councilmember Carroll Fife, District 3, Jared Spencer, representing Supervisor Keith Carson. Photo by Auindrawing districts for the fivetard Henderson. member Board of Supervisors. Redistricting is the process of adjusting existing district boundaries and must occur every 10 years after the population data is available from the On Friday, September 17, rison and GaQuayla LeGrone. made a significant contribution the West Coast Blues Society, decennial Census. hundreds showed up for the The latter three are formerly to the start-up of the food truck with founder Ronnie Stewart The City of Oakland is also in their efforts to support eco- and performances by blues conducting redistricting for its nonprofit, West-Oakland-based incarcerated. This is another step in the nomic development in West legends featured on the historic City Council and correspondorganization Oakland & the World Enterprises (OAW) as Mission of OAW, to launch Oakland. Seventh Street Walk of Fame, ing school board districts. The event was held at including Terrible Tom, Lee Those new maps will be apthey launched its Soul on a Roll and sustain for-profit busifood truck business, operated nesses for ownership by for- OAW’s base at 7th and Camp- Ashford and Minor Williams. proved by an Independent and soon to be cooperatively merly incarcerated and other bell Streets. Along with free The Seventh Street Walk of Redistricting Commission, as owned by chefs Sarah Germa- socioeconomically marginal- food from Soul on a Roll, enwas approved by voters in a Continued on Page 12 ny, Keshia Evans, Howard Har- ized people. The Oakland A’s tertainment was provided by 2014 ballot measure. Alameda County’s Board of Supervisors will vote on the final maps, which must be passed with a 2/3 majority. graph Avenue. By Post Staff Census 2020 data shows During a Wednesday morning A suspect was shot by an Oakthat Alameda County grew by land police officer early Wednes- news conference, Oakland Police 10.7% over that last 10 years day and a police officer was also Chief LeRonne Armstrong said wounded before the suspect dis- that another officer returned fire carded his gun, barricaded him- after the male suspect opened fire self inside a building and even- on arriving officers. “The suspect immediately tually surrendered, according to began to fire shots at the officer,” officials. Police had received a report said Armstrong. “The officer By Richard of a man armed and brandishing was struck with that gunfire and Johnson a firearm, who was determined through our investigation, we Chief LeRonne Armstrong to be on the 2200 block of Tele- know now that our officer, (an) Once again, additional officer, did fire back – the annual outso we do have an officer-involved door PIC/BOSS shooting that we’re also investijob fair is taking place Thursgating, striking the suspect with day, September 30 at De Frenon-life-threatening injuries.” Barbara Lee mery Park in West Oakland. The suspect, who had a knife, barricaded himself inside the This year’s job fair will feaCongresswoman Barbara announced. lobby of a multi-residential build- ture potential employers that Lee (CA-13), Chair EmeriBy Post Staff The Los Angeles Unified ing. Patrol officers established a could help accelerate access tus of the Progressive Causafety perimeter and advised resi- to the workforce more than in cus, released a statement The Oakland Unified School District implemented past years. During these times dents to shelter in place. after meeting with PresiSchool District has become a vaccine mandate for stuOPD patrol officers, negotia- of economic hardship jobs are dent Biden and Progressive the first district in Northern dents earlier this year. Wednesday evening, betors and the Mental Health Crisis especially needed more than Caucus colleagues on the California to mandate COTeam established communica- ever before. We must be more path forward for President VID-19 vaccination for all its fore the school board meeting, some East Bay teachtion with the suspect, who was understanding and supportive Biden’s Build Back Better students ages 12 and older. still armed with the knife and had to the task at hand by keepagenda: The Oakland Unified ers and students held a rally begun stabbing and cutting him- ing the workforce healthy and “I’d like to thank PresiSchool Board approved the online. Teacher after teacher robust, if not then we as a city self. dent Biden for the invitation COVID vaccine mandate at in Oakland sounded off and Police said the suspect is 50 will have failed. to the White House and for its Wednesday evening meet- made a strong push for manUnfortunately, a lot of those years old but did not identify him his continued commitment ing on a 5 to 1 vote, though datory vaccinations for those seeking employment come immediately. They also did not to building back better, said the details and a timeline for 12 and over in the Oakland from the class of the formerly disclose what type of gun he had. implementation are not yet Unified School District Continued on Page 12 incarcerated who have returned home and are trying to make an example to those who

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First in a series on Jobs in Oakland

City Government: Please Do No (More) Harm Oakland city government declares war on the unemployed. An overstatement?

Not really. City administration professes concern for its residents who need help with access to jobs and training, while at the same time failing to issue contracts

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Oakland School District Requires COVID Vaccine for Students 12 and Up

By Gay Plair Cobb

and is now home to 1,682,353 residents. More data will be released soon to reflect which Supervisorial districts are too large and which districts are too small in population as currently configured. With the passage of the FAIR MAPS Act (Fair and Inclusive Redistricting for Municipalities and Political Subdivisions), state law now requires counties to follow specific timelines and requirements for their redistricting processes, including holding at least four public hearings, ensuring language access, publishing all materials and meeting information on a website, and collecting input from the public in multiple formats. “Alameda County is exceeding the new transparency laws for our redistricting process. We’ve even procured a mapping tool to allow the public to

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to the community organizations that stand ready to provide needed services. The city council approved these contracts in June. As of late September, they have not been issued by the city administration. Q: What does this mean? A: Non-profit organizations, operating on shoestring bud-

gets in the best of times, have been required to advance their own funds in July, August, and September to serve the unemployed, with no reimbursement by the city because as the administration says, “Your contract has not been signed yet.” Another impact: the workers who provide front line job services may not receive their paychecks on time…. creating unnecessary instability in their

own households. And who is responsible for issuing these contracts? Yup... it’s the city.... painfully tone deaf to the needs of the community, particularly those on the economic margins. Most of those served with job help are Black and Latinx residents who consistently suffer double digit unemployment. Many are Continued on Page 12

will follow in their footsteps. They are looking for a handup, not a handout. As a shining example of employer an in dentistry, Dr. Daniel Nam, who can be contacted at www.justhealth510.org/fire is seeking to provide comprehensive dental care to the formerly incarcerated population well beyond what their insurance covers. Many have contacted me and expressed interest in donating to non-profit organizations that can empower those who are seeking to re-enter our city. I urge all to donate to the Justhealth510.org through F.I.R.E (Formerly Incarcerated Requiring Empowerment), which is aligned with R.O.C.S (Restoring our Community Services) and support the PIC (Private Industry Council) and BOSS (Building Opportunities for Self Sufficiency).

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State Launches Partnership With Tyler Perry in Effort to Encourage Vaccination Among Black Residents By Eli Walsh, Bay City News Foundation

The California Department of Public Health is launching a series of public education videos in partnership with actor, director and producer Tyler Perry in an effort to encourage state residents to get vaccinated against COVID-19. The state and Perry’s production company, Tyler Perry Studios, will release a series of videos this month that address frequently asked questions about the vaccines, including how to know they’re safe and how mRNA vaccines work. “What I want to do is give people the facts,” Perry said in a statement. “There’s a lot of

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misinformation out there, and my hope is that this content will give people the answers they need to make their own decisions based on the truth.” Perry and state health officials announced the partnership Wednesday as part of the state’s “Let’s Get to ImmUnity” campaign, which is intended to educate state residents about the vaccines’ safety and efficacy. The partnership with Perry is also part of an outreach effort for the state’s Black communities, specifically. “The vaccines continue to be our best tool to put an end

to this deadly pandemic,” CDPH Director and state Public Health Officer Dr. Tomas Aragon said. “We are pleased to partner with Tyler Perry to help communicate the facts to more people -- COVID-19 vaccines are effective, safe, and save lives.” As of Thursday, 82.5 percent of state residents age 12 and up have received at least one vaccine dose, while 67.4 percent are fully vaccinated, according to data from the CDPH and U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Bass Reeves: The True Lone Ranger By Tamara Shiloh

He traveled 30 miles on foot disguised as an on-the-run beggar. Upon arrival at the home of two brothers considered suspects, their mother invited him inside; offered him a place to sleep. By sunrise, the suspects were in cuffs. He had restrained them in their sleep. The trio then walked the entire way back to camp. Bass Reeves (1838–1910) was an American law enforcement officer and the first Black deputy U.S. marshal west of the Mississippi River. He worked mostly in Arkansas and the Oklahoma Territory. This method of cuffing suspects was just one of his creative approaches to investigating and bringing criminals to justice. He was also a Black cowboy who some historians propose may have inspired the tales of the Lone Ranger. Young Bass was born a slave in Crawford County, Ark., and owned by William Reeves. Reeves later relocated to Paris, Texas. There, he forced Bass to accompany his son, George Reeves, to war and fight for the Confederacy. But under the cloak of night, Bass escaped to what was then called Indian Territory (Oklahoma). The territory was ruled by five Native American tribes: Cherokee, Seminole, Creek, Choctaw and Chickasaw. This served Bass well because he wasn’t a part of any tribe, meaning he could only be pursued on a federal level within its boundaries. There, in the lawless Old West, is where he would develop his reputation in bringing down outlaws. Reeves quickly learned the territory’s landscape. He also picked up the languages and customs of both the Creek and Seminole people. But after the

Bass Reeves. Photo courtesy of commons.wikimedia.org close of the Civil War and the passing of the 13th Amendment (1865), slavery was abolished and Reeves was free. He returned to Arkansas where he married and had a family. Ten years would pass, and he’d return to Oklahoma to take up an offer. Reeves had been recruited by U.S. Marshal James Fagan. Crime was rampant and his job was to help bring in the outlaws who plagued the land. Fagan brought in 200 deputy marshals to control the lawlessness. Throughout

the 75,000-square-mile territory, countless thieves, murderers and fugitives were to be brought in. Fagan needed shooters and trackers, and Bass was among the few Blacks recruited. It is said that Reeves made more than 3,000 arrests and gunned down 14 outlaws– –“all without sustaining a single gun wound,” according to biographer Art T. Burton, who in his book “Black Gun, Silver Star: The Life and Legend of Frontier Marshal Bass Reeves,” suggests the theory that Reeves inspired the Lone Ranger. “Bass Reeves,” Burton wrote, “is the closest real person to resemble the fictional Lone Ranger on the American western frontier of the nineteenth century.” Reeves was removed from his position in 1907, when Oklahoma gained statehood. As an African American, he was unable to continue in his position as deputy marshal under the new state laws. He died three years later, but the legend of his work in the Old West lives on.

Nine Officers Disciplined In Investigation of ‘Racist And Sexist’ Social Media Posts

By Bay City News Nine Oakland police officers have been disciplined in the wake of an investigation into what officials called “racist and sexist” posts on social media, the mayor’s office said Sept. 17. An independent third-party investigation began in January after Oakland Police Department officials learned of an Instagram account with “deeply offensive content,” according to a statement issued Friday by Oakland Mayor Libby

Schaff’s office. Investigators seized more than 140 work phones. The investigation revealed that a former Oakland police officer created the Instagram account shortly after he was fired for violating department policy, the mayor’s office said. The disciplined officers allegedly accessed inappropriate material on department-issued equipment and engaged in conduct that “brings disrepute to OPD,” among other things, according to the mayor’s office. Those receiving discipline range in rank from officer to lieutenant, receiving from three to 25 days of unpaid suspension, the mayor’s office said. Two of the nine who received discipline have since taken jobs with other law enforcement agencies, and those two agencies have been notified of the results of the investigation, according to the mayor’s office. Oakland’s Community Police Review Agency, overseen by Oakland’s Citizen Police Commission, also conducted a separate independent investigation. In hopes of preventing future such incidents, the department will take actions including reviewing and strengthening existing policies for department-issued technology, creating additional training on the appropriate use of department cell phones and developing robust training to ensure no violations of its zero-tolerance racial policy forbidding any engagement with racist, extremist, or white supremacy groups, the mayor’s office said.

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Many in Black Communities How You Can Help Your Kid Are Choosing Vaccination Readjust to In-Person Schooling By Jahmal Miller

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Dr. Lenore Tate, Special to California Black Media Partners

Our children are our most precious resource. They hold in their hands the future of our community, our state, and our nation. Likewise, we must hold them, too, under our protective guidance as we shape them into responsible and caring adults. Now that most of our students have returned to school after an unusual, unpredictable and challenging 18 months due to COVID-19, many of our children are experiencing emotional upheavals due to – or exacerbated by -- the pandemic. It is going to take some work to get children used to the stability, structure and predictability after more than a year of remote learning, disrupted schedules, isolation, littleto-no contact with peers and missed milestones. Some of our children and their families have experienced food insecurity, income losses, illness and death due to COVID or related traumas. These factors and many more have contributed to rising rates of depression, anxiety, hopelessness, decreased motivation, irritability, and an overall loss of learning. As the school year begins, it is important to remember that each child is unique, and each one will experience their transition back to school differently. According to the American Psychological Association (2021), 81 % of Gen Z teens (those between the ages of 1317) have experienced intense stress associated with academic

learning due to the COVID-19 crisis. Rates of depression and anxiety in African American youth have increased also. Rates of suicidal ideation are climbing among Black youth as well but remains highest among LGBTQ+ youth across racial categories. Moreover, in September 2020, over half of 11-17-year-olds reported having thoughts of suicide or selfharm. Children experience stress differently than adults. Usually, stress resolves itself within weeks for most youth. For others, though, the stress may turn into anxiety and influence the child’s thoughts and behavior. Here are some things to look for: changes in mood (irritability, hopelessness, frequent conflicts), changes in behavior (little time with friends, increase in video chatting or texting), loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities, difficulty falling or staying asleep, and/ or a change in appearance (personal hygiene). Over time, if our kids are not able to relax and de-stress, their bodies may also react with headaches, stomach aches, rapid heart rates, and an overall feeling of unwellness.

So, what can you as a parent do to help your child? Here are some recommendations. 1. Get organized and plan for the school day. 2. Talk with your student about any concerns that they may have returning to school. Even if school has started, ask and listen to how the school days have progressed. 3. Try reaching out to another parent if your child is having difficulty making new friends. Plan a playdate or hangout time. 4. Have a consistent and reliable schedule for waking up, going to bed, and for meals. 5. Talk to your child about what they have to look forward to whether it’s the next school day or the end of the week. 6. Listen to your students concerns and do not dismiss what you hear. Try to validate their experiences whether you can relate to them or not. 7. Please follow CDC guidelines as well as your school district’s policies for staying safe in order to decrease the spread of COVID and its variants. 8. Practice meditation. Just being still and quiet for three Continued on page 10

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The trail of illness and death left amid the spread of COVID-19 in Black and African American communities should come as no surprise. Inequities in health outcomes have always been with us. COVID-19 morbidity and mortality rates among African Americans rival or exceed those in heart disease, diabetes and other illnesses. Blacks sit atop most bad lists and at the bottom of most good lists. COVID-19 vaccinations offer us an opportunity to better balance the scale. Unfortunately, even with widely available testing, highly effective vaccines, and extraordinary efforts by health departments to educate and encourage people of color to get vaccinated, many Black Californians remain skeptical. We can only hope that the FDA’s full regulatory approval of the Pfizer vaccine on August 23 for those 16 and up convinces more to get the vaccine. It’s worth noting that emergencyuse authorization also remains in place for the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson shots, as well as Pfizer’s for 12- to 15-year-olds – and that all of these vaccines are safe and effective in protecting against COVID-19 and its highly contagious variants. Eddie Fairchild and Steph Sanders were skeptical about the COVID-19 vaccine but came to understand why vaccination benefits our entire community. Fairchild, a Sacramento insurance agent, said he knew of research that found Black and white people are often treated

differently for the same health conditions leading to poorer health outcomes. “I was hesitant,” he said. “I was going to wait and see how it panned out with everyone else. But when a Black friend in the health care field told him he’d opted to get vaccinated, Fairchild asked him why. “He said, ‘Risk-reward, and the risk is death.’ At that point I didn’t have to ask him what the reward was.” With a finance degree and a belief that numbers don’t lie, Fairchild looked at the data. He learned that until 2020 the average number of Americans who died each year was about 2.6 million, but in 2020 that figure was 3.4 million. There was only one possible explanation for the death rate surge, he said. “COVID is absolutely real,” he said, adding that three of his cousins died from the virus. “Taking all that into consideration, I decided that it’s risky to engage in the world and not be vaccinated. It made sense for me to get it.” Racial gaps in vaccination have thankfully narrowed in recent weeks. But as of September 1, while Black people account for 6% of the state’s

population, they account for 6.6% of COVID-19 deaths, which is 11% higher than the statewide rate, according to state department of public health data. Only about 55% of Black people in California have had at least one dose of the vaccine. Reasons for the discrepancies run the gamut, from conspiracy theories like Black people are getting a less effective vaccine than whites or that the vaccine will eventually be deadly, to challenges in health care access. Mostly, it’s based on a lack of trust in medical and scientific institutions, which have a long history of racism and mistreating Black people. So even when it comes to good things like vaccines, which are scientifically proven to be good for the community, it always comes back to trust. Sanders, a Vallejo school principal, was hesitant because of the Tuskegee syphilis studies in which Black men who had the disease were intentionally not treated with penicillin. And he was dubious that an effective vaccine could be developed so quickly. In fact, the science and Continued on page 10

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California Black Caucus Weighs in on Elections for L.A. Sheriff, Sacramento D.A. By Antonio Ray Harvey, California Black Media

The California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) recently endorsed two African American candidates, Alana Mathews and Cecil Rhambo, who are running in high-profile county races in Sacramento and Los Angeles counties next year. In the Sacramento County race, the CLBC threw its support behind former prosecutor Alana Mathews for district attorney. That election is scheduled for June 7, 2022. “The California Legislative Black Caucus proudly endorses Alana Mathews” said Sen. Steven Bradford (D-Gardena), chair of the California Legislative Black Caucus. “We are excited about the potential opportunity for her to bring equity, fairness, inclusion and reform to the prosecutor’s seat.” If Mathews wins, she would be the first Black person and the first Black woman elected D.A. in Sacramento County. The CLBC’s endorsement was “welcome news” for Mathews, a graduate of the McGeorge School of Law (Sacramento) and Spelman College (Atlanta). “I’m honored to receive the endorsements from the Black leaders in California. I admire the work that they all do,” Mathews told California Black Media (CBM) on September 18 as she headed to a campaign event. “This is a significant endorsement as we seek more on the local and state levels.” In Los Angeles County, the CLBC announced its support for Cecil Rhambo, who is running for County Sheriff. That contest will also be held in June 2022. Rhambo is currently Chief of Airport Police at Los Angeles International Airport

(LAX). Citing Rhambo’s 33-year record as a “respected” public servant, broad law enforcement experience and active involvement in Los Angelesarea communities, the CLBC says it believes Rhambo can help reduce crime in South LA and Compton. “I’ve known Cecil for many years and as chair of the Senate Public Safety Committee, I am confident he would be the Sheriff all of LA could be proud of,” said Bradford. “I know he is the right person to lead the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department during this state and national demand for police reform and accountability, and I trust his commitment to bringing desperately-needed transparency, equity, and integrity to the Department.” Rhambo helped to develop the Community Oriented Policing Bureau, which focuses on suppressing violent crime, combatting homelessness, parking enforcement, quality of life programs, youth programs, and the mental health response teams that partnered with psych clinicians countywide, according to the CLBC. Rhambo has worked in a number of law enforcement assignments across LA County, including working as an undercover narcotics officer and a deputized federal agent. He was a lieutenant at Internal Affairs following the Rodney King beating in March 1991. In that role, he helped to create a digital tracking system that could monitor reports of police officer misconduct and use of excessive force. District attorney candidate Mathews plans to “roll out” more endorsements from other individuals and groups in the upcoming weeks, she told CBM. Anne Marie Schubert, a for-

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mer member of the Republican Party, is currently Sacramento’s D.A. Schubert already announced that she has her sights on the Attorney General’s seat in the 2022 election and that she would be running against

Rob Bonta who Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed to that role in March. Mathews spent eight years as a deputy district attorney in Sacramento County, working her way up from misdemeanor jury

trials to prosecuting perpetrators of domestic violence, juvenile delinquency, general felony, and prison crime cases. She currently works with the Prosecutors Alliance of California, a group of prosecutors committed to reforming California’s criminal justice system through smart, safe, modern solutions that advance public safety, human dignity, and community wellbeing. Other races to watch involving challengers of color during the 2022 election cycle include contests for Alameda County district attorney and San Francisco sheriff. Civil rights attorney Pamela Price

will run in an open field as current District Attorney Nancy O’Malley is stepping down. And a 25-year veteran of the San Francisco Police Department, officer JoAnn Walker, will vie for incumbent Sheriff Gregory Ahern’s seat. On the campaign trail in Sacramento County, Mathews says she believes working with police is “central” to the D.A. office’s work “but there has been little to no accountability in that office when it comes to police misconduct.” She wants to change that. “If you violate the law, you should be held accountable. Without that it undermines trust in the system,” she said.

Operating Grants administered by the Small Business Administration (SBA). A total of 668 East Bay restaurants, other food and beverage businesses, and venues received close to $300 million through these two programs. A city-by-city breakdown showing the number of businesses helped and the amounts of money awarded is below. More information about the individual businesses that received assistance can be found here. Lee and House Democrats are now working to pass President Joe Biden’s Build Back Better Act, which includes a “generational” investment in American small businesses. The bill will help small businesses get through the ongoing pandemic and thrive by increasing access to capital, funding entrepreneurial development programs, supporting underserved busi-

nesses, and driving innovation. In addition, Congresswoman Lee is a co-sponsor of H.R. 3807, the Restaurant Revitalization Fund Replenishment Act, which will provide an additional $60 billion to support restaurants and other food and beverage businesses. For more information about help available to small businesses, please see this comprehensive guide to SBA resources. Recovery Funds Awarded to Small Businesses in California’s 13th Congressional District

Barbara Lee Celebrates Local Entrepreneurs, Vows to Continue Fighting for Recovery During National Small Business Week

Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-13) released the following statement on September 23 celebrating East Bay entrepreneurs during National Small Business Week, and vowing to continue fighting for resources to help local businesses to recover from the COVID-19 economic crisis. “During this year’s Small Business Week, we celebrate the local business owners, entrepreneurs, and workers who drive our economy and give the East Bay so much of its diverse, resilient, and unique character,” Lee said. “Our small businesses have struggled to survive during the pandemic, and many have closed their doors permanently. Our work to get help for small businesses through the American Rescue Plan and other measures resulted in major investment in this community and allowed many businesses to weather the storm. But the pan-

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demic is not over yet, and we still have more work to do in this recovery.” East Bay small businesses have received significant help from funds authorized by the American Rescue Plan (ARP), the $1.7 trillion recovery bill passed by Congressional Democrats and signed by President Biden in March. The bill included a Restaurant Revitalization Fund and Shuttered Venue

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Evictions During COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Latter-day Saints AC President Russell NelsonAwarded Speaks at NAACP’s Convention in Detroit SafeM.Place $180,000 Grant from Broadway Hustlers, Mob’s A PILGRIM CHURCH HAYWARD Dr. Larry W. Ellis, Senior Pastor The Blue Shield of California Foundation 5th Annual Family Reunion

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The California Association of Black Lawyers (CABL) submitted the names of three accomplished African American attorneys to the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) as possible candidates for the state’s soon-to-be open Attorney General position. In a 46-page document that includes biographical data of the organization’s recommendations, CABL called on Black members of the state Legislature to support attorneys Diane Becton, Paul Henderson or Terry Wiley to become the next Attorney General. The group also forwarded the proposal listing the candidates they are supporting – all public servants with significant experience — to Gov. Gavin Newsom. “We are in a unique position to know, understand, and recommend one of our own members to serve as the next California Attorney General,” stated the letter dated December 23 from Melinda Murray, president of CABL. “We

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The State of California announced that it has selected Lendistry, a Black-led-and-operated financial firm in Los Angeles, to act as the intermediary charged with disbursing $500 million in COVID-19 grants to California small businesses and non-profits. The California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA), which operates under the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), says small businesses and non-profit organizations across California that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic can begin submitting applications for relief grants ranging from $5,000 to $25,000. The application process begins now and runs through Jan. 8, 2021. The governor and the Legislature first announced the program November 30. Lendistry is designated both a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and a Community Development Entity (CDE) small business and commercial real estate

The CABL recommends that either, from left to right, Terry Wiley, Diane Becton, or Paul Henderson to replace California Attorney General Xavier Becerra.

strongly urge the Legislative Black Caucus to consider the above three candidates and to interview them for recommendation to Governor Newsom.” Earlier in December, President-elect Joe Biden nominated current California Attorney General Xavier Becerra to be

Secretary of Health and Human Services in his administration. Since then, various candidates have emerged as possible replacements for the state’s top lawyer and law enforcement official. Continued on Page 8

Oakland Artist Vows to Replace Vandalized, Then Stolen Statue Honoring Breonna Taylor By Post Staff

Wanting to create a ‘symbol of joy,’ in memory of Breonna Taylor, Oakland sculptor Leo Carson installed a head-andneck bust of her at Latham Square on Dec. 12, 2020. On Tuesday, the bust of the emergency services worker killed in Louisville, Ky. last March in a botched police raid was stolen after it had been found smashed to pieces on Dec. 26, 2020. Also on Tuesday, it was reported that two police officers involved in Taylor’s death in Continued on Page 8

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Euradell “Dell” Logan-Patterson, achieved acclaim for years as a dedicated, faithful educational, community and faith-based volunteer in Oakland and Berkeley passed away December 26, 2020, at home in the care of her husband William “Bill” Patterson. “Dell” as she was affectionately referred to by her friends, was born September 26, 1938, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Her parents, Ernestine Dunlap and Euell Kenneth Logan were married in 1937. They moved from Seminole, Oklahoma to Oklahoma City where “Dell” was born.

In 1941, her family moved to West Oakland where Logan served briefly in the U.S Navy and then Dell’s family settled in Berkeley. After graduating from Berkeley High School she enrolled at San Jose State University before transferring to and graduating from San Francisco State University with a B.A. Degree in Education along with her Teaching Credential. She also earned a Master’s Degree equivalence from U.C Berkeley and she also earned a Reading Specialist Credential from Holy Names University. While pursuing her academic studies she gained valuable exContinued on Page 8

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study on any particular group,” said White. “I think it is critically important for our community to take the vaccine. We’re essential workers who are more likely to be impacted by COVID-19. To not get the vaccine would be giving up an opportunity to protect ourselves, our health, and the health and livelihood of our friends and community.” “I think using the vaccine is another way of protecting me, in addition to wearing a mask and face shield at work, I also practice social distancing. It’s just one more step that’s going to make me, my family and my community safer, and I highly recommend people take the vaccine if they are eligible.” Physician and immunologist, Dr. Anthony Fauci, who has served as director of the

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District 1 OUSD Trustee Sam Davis. By Ken Epstein

There are high hopes in the community for a newly energized school board as four new members set to take office in January pledging to disentangle the multiple crises facing the Oakland Unified School District (OUSD), including shuttered classrooms and COVID-19 enforced distance learning, ongoing threats of austerity-driven budget cuts and state-enforced demands to close more neighborhood schools. This week, the Oakland Post interviews two new

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Thirty-seven-year-old Angela White of Oakland didn’t even flinch when she was administered the COVID-19 vaccine. “I don’t remember when the needle was inserted in my arm after the nurse said ‘you’re done’,” said White. “It was quick and painless.” White, an Emergency Medicine physician at Oakland’s Highland Hospital since 2016, is one of the few Black doctors working in Highland’s emergency room. She took the vaccine on December 18 and is looking forward to her second Angela White (seated) receives a vaccine shot from Adrian vaccine shot on Jan. 9, 2021. Cabrera, RN of Alameda Health System’s Employee Health As of this writing, White has Department. Photo contributed. not experienced any major side White. “As a doctor who cares myself, my family and my effects. “There was a small muscle for COVID patients I took the community. I wanted to show in my arm that was sore for a vaccine because I’m exposed people that they have nothing day but aside from that, I’ve to COVID patients on a daily to fear by taking the vaccine.” felt pretty normal,” added basis and I wanted to protect “This is not a trial, a test or

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Gov. Gavin Newsom Directs Nearly $138 Million to Local Fire Prevention By Aldon Thomas Stiles, California Black Media

California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration, through the California Department of Forestry and Fire Prevention (Cal Fire), has directed nearly $137 million in funding to local fire prevention. Newsom approved $123 million of that funding in April for the Fire Prevention Grant Program, while the additional $14.8 million is being repurposed from grants from Cal Fire’s budget last year. These funds have been allocated to 105 local fire prevention programs in communities across California. “California and the western U.S. are facing an unparalleled risk of catastrophic wildfire in this new climate reality. That’s why @CAL_FIRE is directing nearly $138 million in grants to protect and build resilience in local communities,” Newsom tweeted. Last year, Newsom cut roughly $150 million from Cal Fire’s budget. According to Cal Fire, California’s wildfire crisis has burned about 1,968,326 acres,

damaged or destroyed 3,050 structures and caused one confirmed fatality. Newsom and others have claimed that climate change is contributing to the wildfires. “These grants will further our work to tackle California’s forest health and wildfire crisis, funding community-based projects that build resilience to protect lives and property,” Newsom said in a statement last week. Newsom also claimed that California is a leader on the national stage in the global fight against climate change. He made that statement last week-

end when President Biden visited California to support him before the recall election on September 14. “California is leading the nation with bold solutions to protect people and the environment, and the Biden-Harris Administration is proposing transformative investments to take on this existential crisis. With their dedicated partnership, we will continue to scale up our forest health and wildfire resilience efforts and ensure our communities recovering from wildfires have the support they need,” he said.

Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Celebrates 50 Years of the CBC at Annual Legislative Conference By Brandon Patterson

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation held its Annual Legislative Caucus last week, with the annual series of panels and discussions convening virtually for the second year in a row, rather than at the conference’s usual location, the Washington Convention Center. The foundation celebrated 50 years since the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) was founded in 1971 as well as the largest caucus of Black congressmembers ever. This year’s theme was “Black Excellence Unparalleled: Pressing Onward in Power.” It was hosted by actress Angela Bassett. Every year the CBCF’s Annual Legislative Conference brings together legislators, policy makers, academics, community leaders and everyday citizens to engage on issues impacting Black Americans and the Black diaspora at large. This year’s conference featured more than 30 panel discussions, with Congressmem-

Bill Capping the Use of Rubber Bullets, Tear Gas Awaits Gov. Newsom’s Signature By Antonio Ray Harvey, California Black Media

A police reform bill calling for stricter standards on how law enforcement officers across the state use rubber bullets and tear gas for crowd control has been approved by both the California Senate and Assembly. The legislation, Assembly Bill (AB) 48 introduced by Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez (D-San Diego), is awaiting Gov. Gavin Newsom’s signature. He has until October 10 to sign or veto it. “During the nationwide protests in 2020, many reports showed peaceful protesters and bystanders being seriously injured, even permanently maimed, by dangerous projectiles,” said Gonzalez, who represents California’s 80th Assembly District located in southern San Diego County. “This bill will protect Californians’ right to safely protest by establishing statewide standards that help minimize the overuse of these dangerous weapons, while directing law enforcement on how and when they can deploy projectiles in truly life-threatening situations,” she continued. AB 48 prohibits the use of kinetic impact projectiles – i.e., rubber bullets and plastic bullets – as well as chemical agents like tear gas by any law enforcement officer or agency “to disperse any assembly, protest, or demonstration.” It also prohibits their use solely “due to a violation of an imposed curfew, verbal threat, or non-compliance with a law enforcement directive.” Under current law, a peace officer is allowed to use reasonable force to arrest or to prevent the escape of a suspect -- or to subdue that person if there is resistance. Existing law requires the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) to provide instructional courses and training to law enforcement officers on the use of force. POST is the state agency responsible for setting basic standards for hiring and training for police officers in all 58 counties. In addition, AB 48 requires officers to be trained on the safe use of kinetic projectiles and chemical agents for situations where any person’s life is

and necessary. “We want to be intentional about what we are doing here in California when it comes to police reform,” Bradford told the Senate Judiciary Committee about SB 2 last April. “That’s what this bill does. It’s intentional in what we are trying to achieve. This is a fair measure and far better than any that exist today.

threatened or instances where a person faces serious risk of injury. In these situations, according to the bill, officers would be required to employ other de-escalation techniques before using projectile weapons. Also, the officer must provide prompt medical assistance to any person injured. The bill prohibits aiming these weapons at the head, neck, or other vital organs. Across the country, on average, officers receive about 50 hours of firearm training during the police academy. They receive less than 10 hours of de-escalation training, the Brookings Institution reported in April 2021. The California Peace Officers’ Association (CPOA), which represents over 16,000 members employed by municipal, county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, has publicly registered disagreement with parts of AB 48. “This bill is a near-exact replica of last year’s failed AB 66, which CPOA opposed,” said Shaun Rundle, CPOA deputy director. AB 66 was also authored by Gonzalez. CPOA is in favor of limiting the use of less-than-lethal force but has safety concerns about officers being struck by -- or targeted with – life-threatening items such as frozen water bottles, bricks, and laser pointers.

“Restricting the use of lesslethal options limits the tools that are at an officer’s disposal to protect public safety,” the California State Sheriffs’ Association said in a statement opposing AB 48. “However, by restricting when an officer may use those tools, their response to a particular situation may end up being guided by choices about practices that may be acceptable or unacceptable to some instead of what measure is most appropriate in the context of the event,” the statement continued. Last year, Sen. Steven Bradford (D-Gardena), chair of the California Legislative Black Caucus, introduced another police reform bill, Senate Bill (SB) 731. Although that bill did not make it to the Senate floor for a full vote, SB 731, which proposed a statewide process to disqualify bad officers and block them from being hired by other agencies, resurfaced as SB 2 last December. The updated version of the legislation passed in the Senate with a 28-9 vote last week. It has been sent to Governor’s desk for signature or veto. According to the State Sheriffs’ Association SB2 could be an obstacle in hiring, recruiting, and maintaining employees. Bradford, on the other hand, says the legislation is timely

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bers serving as discussion hosts. Panels included discussions on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Black businesses, investment in HBCUs, voting rights, Black women in electoral politics, environmental justice, and closing the racial wealth gap, among others. Oakland Congresswoman Barbara Lee was featured on a panel looking at how US foreign policy measures have perpetuated racial and economic inequity around the globe – and how including more diverse voices in foreign policy decisions can help to correct that. Also featured on that panel were Rev. William Barber, cofounder of the Poor People’s Campaign, and journalist April Ryan, among others. Special guest speakers included political commentator Angela Rye and Alicia Garza, principal at the Oakland-based racial justice policy organization Black Futures Lab. The conference closed with its annual Phoenix Awards, during which the foundation honors awardees for their work in public service. The virtual ceremony was broadcast on BET. Honorees included former

Georgia gubernatorial candidate and voting rights advocate Stacey Abrams as well as Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia Fudge, who left her seat in Congress to join the Biden Administration in January. President Biden addressed the conference during the awards. “I got here [to Congress] just a year after the Black Caucus started, 50 years, and the Black Caucus has gotten stronger every year with a powerhouse of ideas and a training ground for a lot of great leaders,” said Biden, the Seattle Medium reported. He continued: “The CBC has made a difference, and as we emerge from this pandemic, the time is right to root out systemic racism. The time is now for a moral response to heal the soul of this nation and to ensure that Black Americans are fully dealt into the economy, and to this society they have built and shaped for centuries.” This story was reported using information from the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference website and the Seattle Medium, a member of the National Newspaper Publishers Association.

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Oakland’s New ‘Roasted And Raw’ Restaurant How Recall Election Candidate Offers Delectable Healthy Delights Larry Elder Saved Our State By Emil Guillermo

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Chef Imani Greer, a culinary entrepreneur, has created quite a stir -- and menu -- for the Bay Area’s vegan-loving community with the opening of his new Roasted and Raw (R&R) restaurant near Oakland’s Jack London Square. Neighboring Bed, Bath & Beyond and across from CostPlus World Market at 550 2nd St., R&R offers clean, rustic and robust flavors in its vegan cuisine, and is already giving notable competition to some of Oakland’s best vegan-based restaurants. Greer pondered on how he could make good, healthy food for customers without them focusing on the fact that it’s vegan, and he encourages people to make healthy choices including adding much more plant-based ingredients in foods on a daily basis. “We sometimes get caught up in titles, positions, and using buzz words rather than actually focusing on being healthy,” said Greer. “If calling yourself vegan to hold you accountable to be healthy, then by all means, go vegan. For me, it’s not so much of a philosophy but a lifestyle change, that’s important.” R&R’s most popular dish is its chiro empanadas by far, according to Greer, and black bean burgers come in as a close second, as well as the chipotle peppers and spices. “Thirty to 40% of our business is foods that are Latino-inspired which makes our Taco Tuesdays a popular event,” noted Greer. “All of our dishes and bowls are healthy and flavorful whether they are plant-based or not. It is our goal to provide perfect food and perfect service.” Eating processed foods, fried foods and heavy meats on a daily, meal-to-meal basis is a choice that can impact your health. “I encourage people to look for foods that will help improve your body and lifestyle, and to incorporate it

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Chef Imani Greer at his restaurant near Jack London Square. Photo Credit: Imani Greer. pretty aggressively.” Greer also pointed out how eating and dietary habits handed down by elders can be reexamined in light of nutrition and modern medicine. “We, as a people, need to look back at our culture in terms of what is good and not good for us. We are prone to high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol and obesity, and in the past, we haven’t always had the opportunity to concentrate on eating healthy. In the beginning, our ancestors did because they farmed their own food and it was always fresh, from sweet potatoes, black-eyed peas, greens, cabbage, and other foods from the earth.” “We have to look at the way we process food today, and look at where it comes from, and how it’s made, and the amount we eat,” said Greer. “Meat, for instance, wasn’t meant to be served in 12 or 24 ounces, and your stomach can only process four ounces or less of protein during a daily meal. And when you go to other countries and cultures, it’s like; you don’t sit

down and have a T-bone steak added to the other things on your plate. You can only do that in America.” Greer already has plans for future expansion. “On average, it takes about three to five years to expand from a pop-up concept to brick-and-mortar,” said Greer. “My No. 1 goal is to expand this business. We are fast-fracking and look to grow our restaurant within a year from now. By 2022, we hope to open up in the Uptown area. Our goal is to stay in Oakland, offering Oakland healthy plant-based bowls, along with burgers, empanadas, pastas made from scratch that we can be proud of.” Those with salivating vegan appetites can email R&R@ ro as t ed raw2 0 2 1 @g m ai l . com or call ahead with orders to 415-658-5609. Roasted and Raw is open Thursday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for take-out orders and curbside pick-up only, due to current safety and health conditions.

sarcasm? All is well enough in the state right now because Californians came out to vote on September 14. And they came out to vote not because they loved or hated Gov. Gavin Newsom. They came out to vote because they feared Larry Elder would win a rigged election. That’s right. Democrats and a majority of voters feared the election was rigged FOR Elder. As of Tuesday morning, all 18,185 precincts have reported with all mail-in and provisional ballots yet to be counted. But we have a good indication of the result: Landslide. The No vote on the recall was 6,983,950, or 63%. The Yes vote to recall was 4,094,118, or 37%. So far, Donald Trump is the only one on election night to claim the vote was rigged in California. But even Elder showed some sense of restraint (which must have taken a herculean effort) when he didn’t declare the election was rigged against him. You think he’s going to find 2.9 million dead people voting to make up that

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margin of defeat? But as I said, the fact is the election was rigged—but for Elder. If the Yes vote had won, the winner of the second question, the one with the list of 46 candidates would have replaced Newsom. All it took was the candidate with the most votes, and as of Tuesday this week that would be Elder with oddly 2.9 million votes. That’s all it would have taken to be the new governor of California. That would have been a bona fide theft of the governor’s office. A January 6-style result under cloak of the official ballot. So much for majority rule. The recall was all set up for the right person—if Yes on Recall had won. Fortunately, it didn’t. I said a month ago after interviewing Newsom that considering the real consequences of this recall election, it would not be hyperbolic to say this could be the singlemost important election for voters in California, maybe ever. I meant it. For voters who believe in social justice, diversity, living wages, freedom of choice for women, etc. etc., there was a real threat of setbacks to all of that if the gov-

ernorship changed hands. Back when I saw him, Newsom looked weary, a bit concerned. His odds to beat the recall was practically a coin flip. But Newsom got a boost when the Republican attempt to nationalize the election backfired. The national GOP essentially made the recall a referendum on Trump with Black conservative Elder the uber-proxy. And then once you got to know Elder, it was over. As a former talk host, I know what Larry was up to. Be a provocateur. Excite and polarize. Hence, being anti-vax, anticlimate, anti-minimum wage, anti-abortion lit up the phones. But scared the heck out of the voters. They showed up. And voted No for real, by about 2.9 million votes. Ironically, as of this latest count, it’s the same number of votes Elder got on (the moot) question 2. So, he doesn’t leave with nothing. Just a worthless consolation. Winner of the also-rans that couldn’t win its own rigged recall election. But he did his job. He scared us all into voting against the recall. Emil Guillermo is a veteran journalist and commentator. A one-time host for NPR’s “All Things Considered,” he vlogs at www.amok.com

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Governor Newsom Should Close the Vaccination Loophole for School Employees Opinion By Dr. Margaret Fortune

The honeymoon is over in communities where the Delta variant has taken hold. Since back-to-school, I’ve spent weeks filling in for principals, supervising children, checking children’s temperatures and providing them masks, directing traffic in the parking lot, picking up garbage, wiping down cafeteria tables — all of which are required to run safe schools in these times. I’ve talked to other heads of schools that can say the same thing or something similar since the start of this school year. The same culprit continues to affect us all — COVID-19. However, normally we have a village to manage these tasks. Now, we don’t. Staffing shortages are severe and there are no substitutes to be had. Further aggravating the situation, are public health rules that require paid school staff who test negative for COVID-19 but remain unvaccinated to stay home for 10 days at a time when they are exposed to someone who tests positive. It leaves the rest of us — including the students — without a teacher, cafeteria worker,

or janitorial staff. We have to throw on five or six hats in order to ensure that our students are educated. Necessary? Yes. Sustainable? No. Gov. Gavin Newsom took a good first step when he required school employees to be vaccinated, but he left a gaping loophole. He allowed school staff to ‘test out’ of being vaccinated by committing to take a COVID test twice a week. Then he put the burden on schools to become COVID testing centers overnight for the employees who refuse to get vaccinated. The result is that these staff who refuse vaccination have to be benched for two weeks every time they get exposed to someone who tests positive for COVID-19. Imagine, if you will, being a part of a 40-person team and every week there are 10 people who are forced to quarantine for two weeks, leaving 30 team members to do the work of 40 during that first week.

That’s one person doing their job and the additional work of three coworkers. These types of staffing outages are debilitating schools across the state. There are news reports of schools having to shut down classrooms for lack of staff. Some major school systems with the political clout have taken matters into their own hands. Los Angeles Unified, for example, has closed the loophole and is requiring all school employees to be vaccinated. The state of California should do the same. California has over 6 million students who can’t afford for us to agree to anything less than 100% vaccination for school employees. Yes, the policy could force out educators who refuse to get vaccinated but, they won’t be working anyway if they get exposed to a positive case. Essentially, the unvaccinated have become hard to employ in a school setting. They can go out at any time and take down our schools with them. We can’t risk that. Dr. Margaret Fortune is the President/CEO of Fortune School, a system of nine, K-12 public charter schools with over 2,300 students focused on closing the Black achievement gap by preparing students for college.

Former Roddy Ranch golf course in Antioch. By Ned MacKay Planning is now under way to create a new regional park at the former Roddy Ranch golf course in Antioch. As part of the process East Bay Regional Park District will host an open house at the site from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 25. It’s a chance to learn about the park’s planning process and design ideas, stroll along the old golf cart paths, and have a look at some wildlife habitat restoration projects. The public is welcome, but registration is required. You can register via t.ly/4Axy or by calling 888-327-2757, selecting option 2, and referencing program number 41871. If wildfire smoke or other hazards result in cancellation of the event, the alternate date will be Saturday, Oct. 9. The 230-acre golf course, along with previously acquired Roddy Ranch properties, is part of the future Deer Valley Regional Park, which will total 3,254 acres. The golf course closed in 2016 after 16 years of operation. Many of its greens and fairways have reverted to a more natural state. The park district purchased the future regional park properties from Donna and Jack Roddy in partnership with the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservancy. For general information on the project, contact planner

Eddie Willis at 510-5442621. * * * While we’re in Antioch, Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve has scheduled guided walks to the park’s historic Rose Hill Cemetery from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturdays, Sept. 25 and Oct. 23. It’s a 10- to 15-minute uphill walk from the parking lot to the cemetery. Along the way, guides costumed in 19th century attire will tell stories of the hard-working miners and their families who lived in the once-bustling communities of Somersville and Nortonville. Rose Hill Cemetery was the Protestant burial site for the two towns. Some of the grave markers have inscriptions in the Welsh language, as Wales was many of the miners’ homeland. The program is free, but space is limited and registration is required. To register, call 888-327-2757 and select option 2. Black Diamond Mines has a parking fee of $5 per vehicle when the kiosk is attended. * * * The Over-the-Hills Gang is an informal group of hikers 55 and older who enjoy exercise, fitness and nature study on a series of naturalist-led hikes. The group will explore Wildcat Canyon Regional

Park from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 28 with naturalist Trail Gail, starting at the Alvarado Staging Area on Park Avenue off McBryde Avenue in Richmond. The park has some interesting historic sites. This is a drop-in program; registration is not necessary. For information, call 510544-2233. * * * Kids of all ages will enjoy the puppet shows performed at 10:30 a.m. every Saturday in September by the naturalists at Ardenwood Historic Farm in Fremont. The colorful cast of puppet characters illustrates the importance of pollinator insects. Ardenwood is at 34600 Ardenwood Boulevard just north of Highway 84 (the Dumbarton Bridge approach). Programs at the farm recreate life on a prosperous 19th century estate. Admission fees apply; parking is free. For information, call 510-544-2797. To place a Legal Ad contact Tonya Peacock: Phone: (510) 272-4747 Fax: (510) 743-4178 Email: tonya_peacock@dailyjournal.com All other classifieds contact the POST: Phone (510) 287-8200 Fax (510) 287-8247 Email: ads@postnewsgroup.com

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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Sealed proposals will be received in the office of the Purchasing Division, East Bay Municipal Utility District, until 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 27, 2021 and will at that hour be publicly opened and read in the Board Room, Second Floor, of the District’s Administration Building, 375 11th Street, Oakland, California, for furnishing all labor, equipment, materials, and services specified for the construction of the ORINDA WTP DISINFECTION AND CHEMICAL SYSTEMS SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS – SPECIFICATION 2139. The Work includes: A. Installation of all work related to the Disinfection Improvements at the Orinda Water Treatment Plant: 1. Demolition of existing Grounds Maintenance Building and Service Building and construction of a new Ultraviolet (UV) Disinfection Facility and Chlorine Contact Basin (CCB) complex which consists of: a. New below-grade 200-mgd low pressure high-output (LPHO) UV disinfection system, b. New below-grade 1.4 MG post-filter CCB and outlet weir structure, c. New two-story Maintenance and UV Electrical Building (MAUVE) located above the UV structure that also houses electrical equipment to support the new UV disinfection system, d. UV system, associated control cabinets, and field services provided by the UV System Supplier, and e. Secant pile shoring system to support construction of the UV, CCB, MAUVE, and pipeline tie-ins, with the deepest point approximately 60 feet below existing grade. 2. Pipeline improvements, consisting of: a. Installation of approximately 230-feet of 108-inch pipe, 110 feet of 78inch pipe, and 110 feet of 48-inch pipe constructed via open-face trenchless pipe jacking method and installed in four segments. b. Installation of approximately 340-feet of 36-inch pipe. c. Installation of four major water piping connections to: Effluent 1 (48inch), Effluent 2 (78-inch), Claremont Tunnel (108-inch), and Los Altos Pumping Plant No. 2 (48-inch). 3. Construction of a new Effluent 1 isolation vault. 4. Construction of a Grounds Maintenance Building and associated parking area. 5. Electrical, instrumentation and control improvements, consisting of: a. Procurement and installation of two prefabricated power buildings (Los Altos Pumping Plant Power Building and South Electrical Building) that include medium voltage transformers, medium voltage switchgear, medium voltage motor control centers, cast coil transformers, low voltage switchgear, redundant 48VDC battery systems, standby power low voltage switchgear with step up transformer, protection and automation controls, panelboards, transfer switches, dry type transformers, and lighting and air conditioning. b. Installation of new motor starters and controls upgrades for Los Altos Pumping Plant No. 2. c. Installation of new standby generator, associated fuel tanks, and piping. d. Installation and integration of an expanded fiber communications network for the new and some existing facilities, new control panels, workstations, instrumentation, CCTV system, access control, and fire alarm systems for the new facilities. e. Installation of expanded Honeywell Experion Distributed Control System components for process control. 6. Modifications to the raw water spillway and new large gates and controls at the nearby Briones Center. 7. Site improvements including new paving and grading, stormwater system modifications, lighting, security, and two new sanitary lift stations. 8. Construction of electrical, communications, chemical, and utility tie-ins, as required to complete the project. B. Installation of all work related to the Chemical System Safety Improvements at the Orinda Water Treatment Plant. 1. Demolition and replacement of chemical feed systems for primary coagulant, coagulant polymer, sodium hypochlorite, ammonia, sodium bisulfite, caustic soda, and fluoride, including bulk tanks, pumps, and chemical piping from truck unloading to chemical injection. 2. Installation of a temporary chemical feed and storage system for plant operation during construction of these improvements. 3. Installation of other improvements related to chemical, worker, and environmental safety including: emergency power, fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems and fire sprinkler bracing, emergency eyewash/ shower (EES), emergency panic hardware, spray shields, signage and egress, gas detection, chemical leak detection, ventilation improvements, chemical tank roof vents, cable tray bracing, secondary containment for bulk chemical storage, chemical resistant coatings, chemical piping secondary containment, chemical injection quills, chemical tank separation, truck unloading area improvements, and miscellaneous structural, civil, and electrical improvements and modifications. Estimated cost of this work is between $200M and $220M. This project will require multiple trades and types of work; for example (note: this list is not allinclusive): demolition, saw-cutting, concrete coring, hazardous materials handling, grading, excavation, fill, concrete, shotcrete, rebar, waterproofing, roofing, painting, industrial coatings, structural steel, bolting, mechanical, electrical, HVAC, pipeline, plumbing, fire protection, crane equipment, handrails, guardrails, ladders, gratings and railings, doors and windows, fencing, trucking, hydroseeding, landscaping, paving, and other required work and trades. For additional description and information, see Document 00 41 02– Bid Form, Document 00 41 05 – Description of Bid Items, Section 01 11 00 – Summary of Work, and the remaining contract documents. Due to the specialized nature and complexity of the construction, General Contractors, Electrical Subcontractors, and Excavation Support Subcontractors proposing to bid this Project have been prequalified through a formalized prequalification process established by the District. A list of those pre-qualified General Contractors, Electrical Subcontractors, and Excavation Support Subcontractors can be found in Section 00 21 13 – Instruction to Bidders. Bids designating Electrical Subcontractors, and Excavation Support Subcontractors not listed in Section 00 21 13 – Instructions to Bidders, will be considered non-responsive. Completion of Document 00 45 13.01 is required for the Trenchless Pipe Installation Subcontractors performing the work for the Trenchless Pipeline Installation Work. Two virtual pre-bid meetings will be held on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at 10 a.m., and Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 10 a.m. and will last approximately 2 hours each. It is mandatory that all Bidders either attend one of these two virtual pre-bid meetings or watch the recording of the pre-bid meeting before submitting a Bid for this Project. Bidders shall acknowledge meeting this mandatory requirement where indicated in Section 00 41 02 – Bid Form. Subcontractors are encouraged to watch the video(s). Requirements of the District’s Contract Equity Program including the Local Hire component will be discussed and explained in this video(s). The District will conduct two pre-bid jobsite inspection tours to familiarize prospective bidders with the project site and conditions. The inspections will be conducted at the Orinda Water Treatment Plant on Thursday, September 23, 2021 at 10 a.m., and Thursday, September 30, 2021 at 10 a.m. Bidders/bid walk attendees (Attendees) shall assemble at the Orinda Water Treatment Plant’s Lime Tower Meeting Room, located at 190 Camino Pablo, Orinda, CA 94563. These are the only times that the Orinda Water Treatment Plant will be open for inspection. The inspections will last approximately 1 hour each. No photography by the Attendees will be allowed. The District will take photographs, as requested by the Attendees, restricted to the work zone. The District will release photographs to Attendees after the bid walk, pending review by the District. All Attendees are required to have a photo ID and sign a confidentiality agreement not to share, sell, or publish photos. The District requires the following for all Attendees during the pre-bid jobsite inspection: Wear a hardhat, and hard-soled shoes/boots. Practice safe social distancing during the jobsite visit. Comply with the guidelines of federal, state, and local public health orders in effect at the time as related to COVID-19. All Attendees shall be required to wear a mask. (Note: COVID-19 safety protocols are changing daily and may change at time of bid-walk) Attendees shall also cover their coughs/sneezes, practice hand washing, and shall not engage in physical contact. Attendees who disregard these health and safety requirements, as well as attendees who feel sick and/or have a cough or fever will not be allowed to attend. No more than two persons per contractor/subcontractor shall attend. The General Contractors are required to attend one of the two jobsite inspections where a “signin” sheet will be provided. Subcontractors are encouraged to attend one of the two jobsite inspections. For jobsite inspection questions only, call Tim Karlstrand at (510) 2877205. To request a set of contract documents or to submit project questions, visit the project website at http://www.ebmud.com/current-construction-bids. Project information, including plans, specifications, plan holders list, bid results, etc., can be found at http://www.ebmud. com/current-construction-bids. The District will make its best efforts to include information provided by bidders obtaining plans and specifications, such as bidders’ names, addresses, phone and fax numbers, and email and website addresses, on the website plan holders list. Prospective bidders may obtain the contract documents by downloading the files from the District’s website. Prospective bidders who download the documents from the website shall register online in order to be included on the Plan Holders List. Due to COVID-19, precautions are being taken to protect District employees and its customers. Instead of mailing out a hardcopy set of the Contract Documents, we will only be emailing the bid package (Electronic copies of all forms required for submitting a bid) to requestors. Bidders shall print the forms out and submit their bid proposals via hardcopy. Wet-signed copies of all forms are required. To request the bid package, prospective bidders shall visit the project website at Current Construction Bids at https://construction-bids.ebmud.com/Request.aspx and submit a request through the “Request a Bid Set” link. Proposals to perform the work shall be made on the forms provided and shall be submitted complete, including bid bond and list of subcontractors, in accordance with the requirements of the Specifications. Refer to Appendix C in the Specifications for details pertaining to sole source products specified by the District. Bidders shall have an active Class A – General Engineering license from the Contractors’ State License Board at the time of award. All work covered by the contract shall be completed within one thousand one hundred and seventy-five (1,175) calendar days after the issuance of the Notice to Proceed. Performance and payment bonds for not less than 100 percent of the contract price are required. This is a public works contract. Prevailing wages are required on this contract. The prevailing wage rates are available on the Internet at http://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/DPreWageDetermination.htm. A copy of the prevailing wage rates is on file and available for inspection by any interested party on request at the District’s Specifications and Engineering Support Section. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. All Contractors bidding on a public works project and all Subcontractors of any tier shall be registered with the State Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Section 1725.5 of the Labor Code. If awarded a contract, the Contractor and its subcontractors, of any tier, shall maintain active registration with the Department of Industrial Relations for the duration of the Project. As provided in Section 22300 of the Public Contract Code of the State of California, the Contractor may substitute securities for monies withheld by the District to ensure performance of the work. Rischa S. Cole Secretary of the District Oakland, California CNSB#3512337

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ROBINSON JR filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: FREDDY MARSHALL ROBINSON JR to FREDDY MARSHALL ROBINSON JR. BEY The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: 10/15/2021, Time: 11:00 A.M., Dept.: 17, Room: N/A The address of the court is 1221 OAK STREET, OAKLAND, CA 94612 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

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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Sealed proposals will be received in the office of the Purchasing Division, East Bay Municipal Utility District, 375 11th Street, First Floor, Oakland, California 94607, until 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 3, 2021 and will at that hour be publicly opened and read in the Board Room, Second Floor, of the District’s Administration Building, for the Special Structures Rehabilitation Phase 1, under SD-404. Work includes rehabilitation of six sewer interceptor segments and six sewer manhole structures along the District’s South Interceptor system with cure-in-place pipe and spray-on polyurethane coating, traffic control, and installation and operation of temporary bypass pumps. Estimated cost of this work is between $7,000,000 and $8,000,000. All work covered by the contract shall be completed within seven hundred (700) calendar days after the issuance of the Notice to Proceed. The District will conduct a non-mandatory virtual pre-bid meeting and jobsite tours to familiarize prospective bidders with the project site and conditions: 1. The pre-bid meeting will be conducted virtually on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at 9:00 a.m., and will last approximately 1 hour. An overview of the project and photos of the work areas will be presented at the meeting. Requirements of the District’s Contract Equity Program including the Local Hire component will be discussed. Presentation materials will be made available on the project website after the meeting. 2. Pre-bid jobsite tours will be held in 90-minute sessions. This is the only time that the Oakport staging area will be open for inspection; all other areas can be accessed from the public right-of-way. Each tour session will have a maximum of 4 contractors, with a maximum of 2 attendees per contractor, for a maximum of 8 attendees per session. Jobsite tours are available at the following times: a. Wednesday, October 6, 1:00 pm b. Thursday, October 7, 9:00 am c. Thursday, October 7, 1:00 pm 3. Prospective bidders interested in attending the pre-bid meeting and/or jobsite tour shall email Kingsley Kuang (kingsley.kuang@ebmud.com) with the names of attendees and their respective email addresses no later than Tuesday, October 5, 2021, with the following information: a. Attendee names, emails, and phone numbers b. Company/contractor name c. Preferred jobsite tour time, if interested d. Bidding as prime contractor or subcontractor 4. The link to the virtual pre-bid meeting shall only be used by confirmed attendees and shall not be shared without the District’s authorization. Only one tour session will be granted per contractor. Timeslots will be granted in the order that emails are received. 5. Attendees are required to wear face coverings during the tour. Attendees must follow Alameda County-wide health guidelines, including wearing face coverings, frequent hand washing, and social distancing. Attendees will be dismissed if they are sick or are not following health guidelines. The District may schedule additional jobsite tours as needed. 6. No photography by the tour attendees (Attendees) will be allowed. The District will take photographs, as requested by Attendees, restricted to the work zone. The District will release photographs to Attendees after the bid walk, pending review by District. All Attendees are required to have a photo ID and sign a confidentiality agreement not to share, sell, or publish photos. Project information, including plans, specifications, plan holders list, bid results, etc., can be found at http://www.ebmud.com/current-construction-bids. The District will make its best efforts to include information provided by bidders obtaining plans and specifications, such as bidder’s names, addresses, phone and fax numbers, and email and website addresses, on the website plan holders list. Prospective bidders may obtain the contract documents by downloading the files from the District’s website. Prospective bidders who download the documents from the website shall register online in order to be included on the Plan Holders List. Due to COVID-19, precautions are being taken to protect District employees and its customers. Instead of mailing out a hardcopy set of the Contract Documents, we will only be emailing the bid package (electronic copies of all forms required for submitting a bid) to requestors. Bidders shall print the forms out and submit their bid proposals via hardcopy. Wet-signed copies of all forms are required. To request the bid package, prospective bidders shall visit the project website at Current Construction Bids at https://construction-bids.ebmud. com/Request.aspx and submit a request through the “Request a Bid Set” link. Proposals to perform the work shall be made on the forms provided and shall be submitted complete, including bid bond and list of subcontractors, in accordance with the requirements of the Specifications. Refer to Appendix C in the Specifications for details pertaining to sole source products specified by the District. Bidders shall have an active Class A (General Engineering) license from the Contractors’ State License Board at the time of bid submission, which must remain valid throughout the duration of the contract. Refer to Article 21 of the Instruction to Bidders, Document 00 21 13. A bidder’s bond for not less than 10% of the total bid dollar amount is required. Performance and payment bonds for not less than 100% of the contract price are required. As provided in Section 22300 of the Public Contract Code of the State of California, the Contractor may substitute securities for monies withheld by the District to ensure performance of the work. In accordance with Public Contract Code Section 3400, the District has established a procedure which permits bidders to have their proposed unlisted “or equal” product or service submittals evaluated prior to the project bid opening. See Instructions To Bidders, Document 00 21 13, Article 3 - “Submittals Prior To Opening Bid.” This procedure does not apply where products or services have been limited by specific designation per Public Contract Code Section 3400 (c). The intent of the prequalification process is not for bidders to submit all of their proposed “or equal” products, but only those that would, if rejected, affect the bidder’s bid amount. This is a public works contract. Prevailing wages are required on this contract. The prevailing wage rates are available on the Internet at http://www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr/DPreWageDetermination.htm. A copy of the prevailing wage rates is on file and available for inspection by any interested party on request at the District’s Wastewater Project and Construction Management Section. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. All Contractors bidding on a public works project and all Subcontractors of any tier shall be registered with the State Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Section 1725.5 of the Labor Code. For information concerning this project, contact the District’s Construction Manager, Kingsley Kuang, at 510-287-1393 or kingsley.kuang@ebmud.com. Rischa S. Cole Secretary of the District Oakland, California CNSB#3510741

county: OAKLAND POST Date: MAY 20, 2021 JUDGE DESAUTELS Judge of the Superior Court 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29/21 CNS-3507531# OAKLAND POST ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. RG21110875 Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA Petition of: DWIGHT DANCY for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner DWIGHT DANCY filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: DWIGHT DANCY to RASHAD AHMAD BILAL The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: 11/12/2021, Time: 11:00 A.M., Dept.: 17, Room: N/A The address of the court is 1221 OAK STREET, OAKLAND, CA 94612 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: OAKLAND POST Date: AUGUST 26, 2021 TARA M. DESAUTELS Judge of the Superior Court 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29/21 CNS-3507530# OAKLAND POST

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 582456 Fictitious Business Name(s): RICH YOUNG RULER2 / KEPHA REPHA, 1120 POPLAR ST, OAKLAND, CA 94607, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): KEYON D. NELSON, 1120 POPLAR ST., OAKLAND, CA 94607 Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/1/2017 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor

punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ KEYON D NELSON This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13/21 CNS-3513068# OAKLAND POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 582232 Fictitious Business Name(s): T & S CUPCAKES, 1640 5TH AVENUE #16, OAKLAND, CA 94606, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): TONYA CALIMEE, 1640 5TH AVENUE #16, OAKLAND, CA 94606 SHANIA CALIMEE, 1640 5TH AVENUE #16, OAKLAND, CA 94606 Business conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/01/2019 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ TONYA CALIMEE This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13/21 CNS-3511798# OAKLAND POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 582617

Fictitious Business Name(s): RAMOS RICARDO, 3425 RHODA AVENUE, OAKLAND, CA 94602, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): RICARDO RAMOS, 3425 RHODA AVENUE, OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA 94602 Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 09/13/2021 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ RICARDO RAMOS This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13/21 CNS-3511531# OAKLAND POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 151908 The following person(s) is doing business as: SASSAFRAS PARTNERSHIP, 822 SPRING DRIVE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941, County of MARIN. SEBASTIAN GOODWIN, 822 SPRING DRIVE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941 CYBERSECURITY ADVISORS, 822 SPRING DRIVE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941 This business is conducted by A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 09/01/2021 /s/ SEBASTIAN GOODWIN This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Marin County on SEPTEMBER 8, 2021. Shelly Scott, County Clerk By: J. MANNION, Deputy 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13/21 CNS-3511515# MARIN COUNTY POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 151895 The following person(s) is doing business as: 123 HOME FURNISHING, 20 PIMENTAL COURT #B20, NOVATO, CA 94949, County of MARIN. JENNIFER HARRIS-MARKS, 11 HEARTHSTONE COURT, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903

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JOEL MARKS, 11 HEARTHSTONE COURT, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903 This business is conducted by A MARRIED COUPLE. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A /s/ JENNIFER HARRIS-MARKS This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Marin County on SEPTEMBER 3, 2021. Shelly Scott, County Clerk By: J. GILARDI, Deputy 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13/21 CNS-3510922# MARIN COUNTY POST

94609; MAILING ADDRESS: PO BOX 5056, PLEASANTON, CA 94566, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): LITITHEA L. ODOM, 707 AILEEN ST, OAKLAND, CA 94609 DEMIAN ODOM, 4921 EAST MESA VISTA AVE, LAS VEGAS, NV 89120 GEORGE WASHINGTON, 1250A FAIRMONT DR #107, SAN LEANDRO, CA 94578 Business conducted by: COPARTNERS The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 3/9/2019 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ LITITHEA L. ODOM This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on AUGUST 10, 2021 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29/21 CNS-3508972# OAKLAND POST

any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ ANGELINA CRAWFORD This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on SPETEMBER 1, 2021 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29/21 CNS-3508565# OAKLAND POST

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 582265 Fictitious Business Name(s): STEWARD PROPERTIES, 1226 CAMPBELL ST, OAKLAND, CA 94607, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): IAN SETH STEWARD, 1226 CAMPBELL ST., OAKLAND, CA 94607 Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on AUGUST 1, 2021 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ IAN SETH STEWARD This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13/21 CNS-3510632# OAKLAND POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 151888 The following person(s) is doing business as: CREATIVEISH, INC., 35 SUMMERS AVE., NOVATO, CA 94945, County of ALAMEDA. LUCKTALES, INC., 35 SUMMERS AVE., NOVATO, CA 94945 (CALIFORNIA) This business is conducted by A CORPORATION. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/8/21 /s/ AJ RIVVERS This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Marin County on SEPTEMBER 2, 2021. Shelly Scott, County Clerk By: J. MANNION, Deputy 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13/21 CNS-3510623# MARIN COUNTY POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 151868 The following person(s) is doing business as: Advance Cultural Exchange, 6 Captains Landing, Tiburon, CA 94920, County of Marin. Zachary Captain, 6 Captains Landing, Tiburon, CA 94920 This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A /s/ Zachary Captain, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Marin County on August 31, 2021. Shelly Scott, County Clerk By: J. Gilardi, Deputy 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6/21 CNS-3509988# MARIN COUNTY POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 151843 The following person(s) is doing business as: Cloutier Accountancy, 4040 Civic Center Drive, Ste 200, San Rafael, CA 94903, County of Marin. Alexia P. Cloutier, 936 Via Casitas, Greenbrae, CA 94904 This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/01/2020 /s/ Alexia P. Cloutier, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Marin County on August 25, 2021. Shelly Scott, County Clerk By: J. Mannion, Deputy 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6/21 CNS-3509981# MARIN COUNTY POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 151819 The following person(s) is doing business as: SUPERTRAMP, 901 A STREET, SUITE C, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901, County of MARIN. ROBERT SIEBENBERG PRODUCTIONS, INC. (CA), 46388 WALLU LANE, AHWAHNEE, CA 93601 P.A.R.P. PRODUCTIONS, INC. (CA), 11766 WILSHIRE BLVD., #500, LOS ANGELES, CA 90025 DOUGLAS THOMSON PRODUCTIONS, INC. (CA), 914 ST. JAMES PLACE, PARK RIDGE, IL 60068 This business is conducted by A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 07/16/2021 /s/ ZACHARY ZEISLER, CPA This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Marin County on AUGUST 19, 2021. Shelly Scott, County Clerk By: J. MANNION, Deputy 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6/21 CNS-3509431# MARIN COUNTY POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 581390 Fictitious Business Name(s): ATHENS URBAN RESCUE, 707 AILEEN ST., OAKLAND, CA

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 581389 Fictitious Business Name(s): PROPERTIES BY LITITHEA, 707 AILEEN ST, OAKLAND, CA 94609; MAILING ADDRESS: PO BOX 5056, PLEASANTON, CA 94566, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): LITITHEA L. ODOM, 707 AILEEN ST, OAKLAND, CA 94609 Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 4-20-2020 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ LITITHEA L. ODOM This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on AUGUST 10, 2021 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29/21 CNS-3508971# OAKLAND POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 582331 Fictitious Business Name(s): DARSA, 23725 GLENBROOK LANE, HAYWARD, CA 94541, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): JANE GUY, 23725 GLENBROOK LANE, HAYWARD, CA 94541 Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ JANE GUY This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6/21 CNS-3508966# OAKLAND POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 582258 Fictitious Business Name(s): PRETTY & PAID, 179 HAAS AVE, SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577; MAILING ADDRESS: 4001 S WALT AVE #144, SACRAMENTO, CA 95826, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): ANGELINA CRAWFORD, 4001 S WALT AVE, SACRAMENTO, CA 95826 Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 09/01/21 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 582104 Fictitious Business Name(s): CHENITA’S DAYCARE, 2650 109TH AVE #1, OAKLAND, CA 94605, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): CHENITA HARRISON, 2650 109TH AVE #1, OAKLAND, CA 94605 Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ CHENITA HARRISON This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on AUGUST 30, 2021 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29/21 CNS-3507839# OAKLAND POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2021151787 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Asch Therapy Group, 6 Knoll Lane, Mill Valley, CA 94941 County of MARIN Asch Marriage and Family Therapy, Inc., 6 Knoll Lane, Mill Valley, CA 94941 This business is conducted by a Corporation The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Asch Marriage and Family Therapy, Inc. S/ Anne Asch, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Marin County on 08/12/2021. Shelly Scott, County Clerk [Deputy], Deputy 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29/21 CNS-3507268# MARIN COUNTY POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 582018 Fictitious Business Name(s): LIBERATE FEARLESS, 3269 HYDE ST, OAKLAND, CA 94601, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): EMILIO MARTINEZ, 3269 HYDE ST., OAKLAND, CA 94601 Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ EMILIO MARTINEZ This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on AUGUST 26, 2021 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 9/1, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22/21 CNS-3506676# OAKLAND POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 581936 Fictitious Business Name(s): NATURE BEAUTY GEMSTONES, 1940 FRANCISCAN WAY APT 216, ALAMEDA, CA 94501, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): HENG CHIA LIANG, 1940 FRANCISCAN WAY APT 216, ALAMEDA, CA 94501 Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant began to transact

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technology enabling development of the COVID-19 vaccines was in development for a more than decade before the virus emerged in 2020. The FDA authorized three vaccines for emergency use after they underwent a rigorous process and were proven through trials to be safe and effective at preventing severe COVID-19, hospitalization, and death. He decided to get vaccinated when his school board decided

last spring to bring students back into classrooms. Today, he’s a fervent vaccine advocate. He holds “lunch and learn” forums for educators, encouraging vaccination. “I’m a leader and people are relying on my knowledge,” he said. “I tell them, ‘Don’t make this about you, but about the people you love and care about. It’s about protecting them.’” There is still a long way to go before Blacks achieve true health equity, but vaccination

develop tools needed to face the challenges of life today. Remember to keep the lines of communication open and reach out to a trusted expert such as your pediatrician or family care doctor. Some licensed psychologists, including myself, offer screen-

against a virus that is taking a terrible toll on our communities is a critical step in the right direction. Jahmal Miller, who is based in Sacramento, is a nationally recognized health equity expert. He is a board memberelect of the California Endowment and served as Deputy Director of the Office of Health Equity in the California Department of Public Health from 2013-2018.

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Total awardees: 297 Total amount: $99,965,410.64 • San Leandro Total awardees: 44 Total amount: $12,909,939.13 • Berkeley Total awardees: 146 Total amount: $63,817,616.60 • Alameda Total awardees: 61 Total amount: $20,031,428.71 • Albany Total awardees: 12 Total amount: $2,686,934.95 • Emeryville Total awardees: 29 Total amount: $13,163,744.46 • Piedmont Total awardees: 1 Total amount: $101,154 Shuttered Venues Operating Grants (As of September 13, 2021) Total Awardees: 78 Total Amount: $87,142,607

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LEGALS business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ HENG CHIA LIANG This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on AUGUST 25, 2021 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 9/1, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22/21 CNS-3506160# OAKLAND POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 581762 Fictitious Business Name(s): KEYOSK/GOLDEN GATE LOCKSMITH, 3620 SAN PABLO AVE, EMERYVILLE, CA 94608, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): APRIL ELAINE SCOTTGARRETT, 3020 SUNFLOWER DR, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 JOHN EDWIN SCOTT, 2048 13TH AVE #A, OAKLAND, CA 94606 Business conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/8/2008 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ APRIL SCOTT-GARRETT This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on AUGUST 23, 2021 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 9/1, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22/21 CNS-3505729# OAKLAND POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 581739

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 151803 The following person(s) is doing business as: Swiss Essentials, 137 Hacienda Drive, Belvedere-Tiburon, CA 94920, County of Marin. Swiss H2O Essentials LLC, 137 Hacienda Drive, BelvedereTiburon, CA 94920 This business is conducted by limited liability company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A /s/ Michael Britt Doyle, Managing Member This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Marin County on August 17, 2021. Shelly Scott, County Clerk By: L. VAWTER, Deputy 9/1, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22/21 CNS-3505284# MARIN COUNTY POST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 151818 The following person(s) is doing business as: THE PLANT HAPPY, 2010 MILL RD., NOVATO, CA 94947, County of MARIN. EMILY VERGARA, 2010 MILL RD., NOVATO, CA 94947 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A /s/ EMILY VERGARA This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Marin County on AUGUST 19, 2021. Shelly Scott, County Clerk By: J. MANNION, Deputy 9/1, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22/21 CNS-3504785# MARIN COUNTY POST

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Fictitious Business Name(s): PRINT AND GO MOBILE LIVESCAN, 1001 76TH AVE, OAKLAND, CA 94621, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): BIZZY BEEZ FAMILY DAYCARE LLC, 1001 76TH AVE., OAKLAND, CA 94621 (CA) Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ LAKEISHA SMITH This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on AUGUST 20, 2021 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 9/1, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22/21 CNS-3505728# OAKLAND POST

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 581725 Fictitious Business Name(s): JUPITERS, 7777 EDGEWATER DR, OAKLAND, CA 94621; MAILING ADDRESS: 2626 78TH AVE, OAKLAND, CA 94605, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): ISAAC L MARTIN, 2626 78TH AVE, OAKLAND, CA 94605 Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ ISAAC L MARTIN This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on AUGUST 20, 2021 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 9/1, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22/21 CNS-3504604# OAKLAND POST

Project consists of: Installation of (6) 98% efficiency Rinnaie CU199EN Water Heaters. Circulation Pump. Quick install Skid with anchors. Demolition of the existing boiler. Installation of (2) 120 Gallon Storage Tanks and Mixings Valve. Re-pipe and connecting the Gas line to the new heaters. New Electrical connections to the pump and heaters. Removal of the old Boilers controls. Final test and walk through. The Big storage tank should remain in place until the further decisions are made by the District. Engineer’s Estimate: $138,460.00 Project Manager for this project is Banipal Saatloo, who can be reached at: 1-510-277-6601. “The most qualified responsible responsive lowest bid shall be determined on the amount of the base bid.” The lowest bid shall be determined the amount of the base bid. This Contract is not subject to prequalification pursuant to Public Contract Code section 20111.6. This Contract is subject to the District’s Project Labor Agreement. The full version of OUSD’s latest Project Labor Agreement can be found by going to the OUSD home page: ousd.org > Offices and Programs > Facilities Planning & Management Department > For Contractors and Developers > Bids and Requests for Proposals > Bid Information > 2016 PLA – Project Labor Agreement. Contract Documents will be available on or after Wednesday, September 22, 2021, for review at East Bay Blue Print, located at 1745 14th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606. All requests should be addressed Attention: Sandy Petty. Plans can be ordered by: Ph: 510-261-2990 Fax: 510261-6077 Email: ebbp@ eastbayblueprint.com, Attn: Sandy. Online using the Plan Command System at www. eastbayblueprint.com or plans can be delivered to a place of business, at requester’s own expense. Payment for plan sets must be made with East Bay Blue Print and are NONREFUNDABLE In addition, Contract Documents are available for bidders’ review at the following builders’ exchanges: Builder’s Exchange of Alameda McGraw Hill Construction Data San Francisco Builder’s Exchange County Reed Construction Market Data Contra Costa Builder’s Exchange Marin Builder’s Exchange Public works projects shall be subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. For all projects over Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000), a contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to submit a bid or to be listed in a bid proposal subject to the requirements of Public Contract Code section 4104 unless currently registered and qualified under Labor Code section 1725.5 to perform public work as defined by Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1 (§§1720 et seq.) of the Labor Code. For all projects over Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000), a contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to enter into, or engage in the performance of, any contract of public work (as defined by Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1 (§§1720 et seq.) of the Labor Code) unless currently registered and qualified under Labor Code section 1725.5 to perform public work and proof of registration is provided. The Contract Time shall be 30 calendar days, and liquidated damages for delay shall accrue. The deadline for Completion is TBD. See Article III of the Agreement for details. Bids must be sealed and filed in

the Business Office of the Owner at: Front Desk Facilities Planning & Management 955 High Street Oakland, CA 94601 on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, before 2:00 p.m. on the clock designated by the Owner or its representative as the bid clock, after which time the bids shall be opened. No bid will be accepted by the Owner after this time. Facsimile (FAX) copies of the bid will not be accepted. PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO COVID-19, BIDS WILL NOT BE OPENED. BID RESULTS WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE VIA EMAIL. Mandatory pre-bid site visit will be held on Thursday, September 23, 2021, at 10:00 a.m., at Front entrance of McClymonds site. Bidders not attending one of the site visit will be disqualified. Bids must be accompanied by a bidder’s bond, cashier’s check, or certified check for at least ten percent (10%) of the amount of the base bid and made payable to the Owner, as detailed in the Contract Documents. Owner, or its designee, has determined that certain materials, services, products or things designated by specific brand or trade name shall not be subject to Public Contract Code section 3400(a) in order that a field test or experiment may be made to determine the product’s suitability for future use; in order to match other materials, services, products or things in use on a particular Owner public improvement either completed or in the course of completion; in order to obtain a necessary item that is only available from one source; and in order to respond to an emergency declared by Owner. Pursuant to the Contract Documents, the successful bidder will be required to furnish a Payment (Labor and Material) Bond in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Sum, and a Faithful Performance Bond in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Sum. The successful bidder will be allowed to substitute securities or establish an escrow in lieu of retainage, pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22300, and as described in the Agreement Between Owner and Contractor and General Conditions. The Owner will not consider or accept any bids from contractors who are not licensed to do business in the State of California, in accordance with the California Public Contract Code, providing for the licensing of contractors. In accordance with Section 3300 of said Code, the bidder shall have a Class B and/or C4 – Boiler Hot Water Heating & Steam Fitting Contractor” license and shall maintain that license in good standing through Completion of the Contract and all applicable warranty periods. For all projects over Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000), the bidder shall state the public works contractor registration number on the Designation of Subcontractors form for each subcontractor performing more than one-half of one percent (0.5%) of the bidder’s total bid. The Director of Industrial Relations of the State of California, in the manner provided by law, has ascertained the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and rate for legal holidays and overtime work. The Contractor must pay for any labor therein described or classified in an amount not less than the rates specified. Copies of the required rates are on file at the Owner’s business office and are available on request. 9/22/21 CNS-3512936# OAKLAND POST

CITY OF OAKLAND, CA Public Works Department REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS ON-CALL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR PAVING PROJECTS: The City of Oakland Department of Transportation seeks to establish a prequalified list of multidisciplinary engineering design teams to provide asneeded Engineering Services for paving projects. The City may select approximately three (3) design teams. The City anticipates awarding approximately $1.5 million per design team for a period of three (3) years. The design teams may be asked to perform services in these areas of expertise: Civil Engineering, Pavement Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Drainage and Stormwater Expertise, Transportation Planning, Traffic Signal Design and Traffic Engineering. Design teams with extensive experience with Streetsaver® are highly desirable. Design teams submitting proposals may be requested to provide scope for all project phases including preliminary planning and engineering, design development, final design, preparation of bid documents, and construction support. On assignment, design teams may be asked to participate in coordination meetings, public outreach, and construction meetings as needed. Consultant design teams should be prepared to obtain coring samples and to design for a variety of treatments, including reconstruction, mill and overlays, sealing techniques (slurry, chip, crack, etc.), cold-in place recycling, and full depth reclamation, as well as repair treatments including pavement base repairs. In addition to paving treatments, design teams may be required to identify curb ramp improvements and to prepare striping plans in coordination with OakDOT’s Neighborhood Traffic Safety and Bicycle & Pedestrian Program to implement citywide transit, bicycle, and pedestrian plans. Local Business Requirement: 50% L/SLBE participation. It is highly recommended that primes verify the LBE/ SLBE status of their sub consultants prior to submittal. Contract Term and Amount: Three (3) years. Anticipated contract limit of $1,500,000 for each contract. Pre-Proposal Meeting: Voluntary 10:00 AM, September 23, 2021. During the State shelter-in-place order, meetings will be conducted only via a teleconference call. The toll-free dial in phone number is (602) 580 9319. Access Code is 2104016. Deadline for Questions: 2:00 PM, September 29, 2021 by email to the DOT Project Manager. Responses will be issued as an addendum no later than 10:00 AM, October 5, 2021. It is the Consultant’s responsibility to ensure that the email has been received. Submittals Due: 2:00 PM, October 8, 2021. Qualifications may be submitted electronically via email to the City’s Project Manager and Capital Contracts Division listed below. Proposals not received by the deadline may not be accepted. Two hard copies of the submittal must be mailed to: Public Works Department, ATTN: Capital Contracts Division, 250 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Suite 4314, Oakland, CA 94612 by the deadline. Contact Information: DOT Project Manager: Emaan Massoomi at emassoomi@ oaklandca.gov (510) 238-7274 OPW Capital Contracts: Angelina De Maria at ademaria@ oaklandca.gov (510) 238-3413 Contract Compliance Officer: Vivian Inman vinman@oaklandca.

gov (510) 238-6261 RFQ Documents: RFQ documents and any issued Addenda are available digitally only and provided free of charge through two websites listed below. Separate Plan Holder lists are maintained by each site. The Summary of Submittals Received is posted only to CIPList.com. 1. iSupplier: Email iSupplier@ oaklandca.gov with any questions. https://www.oaklandca.gov/servi ces/register-with-isupplier 2. CIPList.com: http://ciplist.com/ plans/?Oakland/city/9392. Important Disclaimers and AB 2036 Compliance: It is the responsibility of each prospective bidder to download and print all bid documents, including any addenda, and to verify the completeness of their printed bid documents before submitting a bid. The City does not warrant, represent, or guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any bid documents and/or information retrieved from other sources. The City is not responsible for any loss or damage including, but not limited to, time, money, or goodwill arising from errors, inaccuracies or omissions in any bid documents and/or information obtained from other sources. It is each prospective bidder’s responsibility to check these sites through to the close of bids for any applicable addenda or updates. Asha Reed, City Clerk and Clerk of the City Council Publication date: September 17, 2021 9/22/21 CNS-3511630# OAKLAND POST

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 on OCTOBER 5, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. in Dept. 201 Room N/A located at 2120 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY, BERKELEY, CA 94704.

Notice is hereby given that Pursuant to the California SelfService Storage Facility Act, (B&P Code 21700 et. seq.), the undersigned will sell at public auction; personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools, and/or other misc. items Auction to be held at 12pm on September 24th, 2021 at www. selfstorageauction.com. The property is stored at: Nave Self Storage, 1533 S Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947 NAME OF TENANT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 151864 The following person(s) is doing business as: Asian Market, 5 Mary St., San Rafael, CA 94901, County of Marin. FG UNITED 21 INC , 5 Mary St., San Rafael, CA 94901 This business is conducted by a Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 06/16/2021 /s/ Hung TA, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Marin County on AUG 31 2021. Shelly Scott, County Clerk By: J. Gilardi, Deputy 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29/21 CNS-3504400# MARIN COUNTY POST

GOVERNMENT NOTICE TO BIDDERS – DOCUMENT 00 11 11 Notice is hereby given that the Oakland Unified School District (hereinafter referred to as “Owner”) will receive sealed bids prior to the date and time stated for the Bid Opening for the award of a contract to construct the (“Contract”), Project No. PR70002 McClymonds High School Gym Boiler Installation 2607 Myrtle Street, Oakland, CA 94607

PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF REED PUTNAM CASE NO. RP21103405

MANDATORY APPEARANCE:

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The Court requires all parties who wish to attend the hearing on the above date and time, including those who wish to state objections, to appear by audio or video technology. The parties should consult the court’s website for the specific telephonic and video applications available. The parties may also contact the probate clerk in the respective department for information concerning remote appearances. Parties must be present at least five (5) minutes before the scheduled hearing time. 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 a 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 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: ROBERT H. MORGAN, MORGAN LAW OFFICES, APC, 45 E. JULIAN ST., 2ND FLOOR, SAN JOSE, CA 95112, Telephone: 408-5735799

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: REED PUTNAM A Petition for Probate has been filed by ANNIE PUTNAM HARRIS in the Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA. The Petition for Probate requests that ANNIE PUTNAM HARRIS 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 9/15, 9/22, 9/29/21 take many actions without CNS-3508569# obtaining court approval. BERKELEY TRI-CITY POST Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless PUBLIC they have waived notice or consented to the proposed AUCTION/SALES action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an Lien Sale Auction interested person files an Advertisement

C/o Suzanne White Christoph, Mary Ann Castro Hernandez, Annette 9/15, 9/22/21 CNS-3509842# MARIN COUNTY POST Lien Sale Auction Advertisement Notice is hereby given that Pursuant to the California SelfService Storage Facility Act, (B&P Code 21700 et. seq.), the undersigned will sell at public auction; personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools, and/or other misc. items Auction to be held at 1pm on September 29, 2021 at www. selfstorageauction.com. The property is stored at: Corte Madera Mini Storage 5776-B, Paradise Dr, Corte Madera, CA 94925 NAME OF TENANT BOYCE, MERRILL Rivera, Ivan BOYCE, MERRILL John F Mounier, Jr, Protection Attorneys 9/15, 9/22/21 CNS-3509828# MARIN COUNTY POST

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Lien Sale Auction Advertisement Notice is hereby given that Pursuant to the California SelfService Storage Facility Act, (B&P Code 21700 et. seq.), the undersigned will sell at public auction; personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools, and/or other misc. items Auction to be held at 12pm on September 29th, 2021 at www. selfstorageauction.com. The property is stored at: Mini Storage of San Anselmo, 208 Greenfield Ave, San Anselmo, CA 94960 NAME OF TENANT TRENCHER, REED 9/15, 9/22/21 CNS-3509819# MARIN COUNTY POST Lien Sale Auction Advertisement Notice is hereby given that Pursuant to the California SelfService Storage Facility Act, (B&P Code 21700 et. seq.), the undersigned will sell at public auction; personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools, and/or other misc. items Auction to be held at 12pm on September 29 th at www. selfstorageauction.com. The property is stored at: Stow-A-Way Mini Storage, 616 Canal St, San Rafael, CA 94901 NAME OF TENANT Bulivou, Jijilia 9/15, 9/22/21 CNS-3509796# MARIN COUNTY POST

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The Alena Museum/Photo Courtesy of Alena Museum Facebook

Healing Through Art at West Oakland’s Alena Museum By Christy Price

Councilmember Treva Reid and some of her volunteers pause in front of the Elmhurst Library after a massive trash cleanup drive throughout East Oakland. Photos by Jonathan “Fitness” Jones.

Treva Reid Thanks Volunteers for Removing Trash in East Oakland

Councilmember Treva Reid’s office, sponsored a community clean-up around 6 schools, 3 parks, and 2 libraries in Deep East Oakland! Collecting more than 3,300 pounds of trash, including bulky items and hazardous materials, the effort was a phenomenal example of what can be accomplished when public, community and private entities come together to promote a culture of cleanliness. This Clean-up event was co-sponsored by the African American Sports and Entertainment Group. Reid said she also thanked “the many volunteers and community organizations and groups that offered dedicated volunteers and community partners like the AB&I Foundry,

Ray Bobbitt, AASEG leader picks up trash Argent Materials, BBBON, BOLD, Castlemont, Deeply Rooted, Higher Grounds, Jay Dennis Fitness, Moctezuma Roofing, Oakland Public Works, Oakland’s 81st Library Branch, OUSD

Gladys Green, community leader, joins cleanup effort

Service for Peace, Shiloh Church, The Wise Guys, Tip Top Shape, Word Assembly Church, and Youth-Uprising.” To stay up to date on upcoming community events

in District 7, follow Councilmember Treva Reid on Facebook (@TrevaReidforOaklandCityCouncil) and Instagram (@ReidforOakland), or email district7@ oaklandca.gov.

tionally working to implement immediate and strategic solutions to stop the onslaught of violence that we are experiencing,” said Reid. By officially declaring gun violence a public health crisis and calling for additional funding from the county, Reid says Oakland can achieve the following: • Deeper investments for violence prevention programs, like Ceasefire and Mobile Assistance Community Responders of Oakland (MACRO), as well as community healing organizations • Funds for culturally re-

sponsive mental health services • Additional community clinics and providers to support holistic delivery of health services • Rental support, down payment assistance, homeownership retention, and affordable housing development • Access to life coaching, service connectors, living wage jobs and grants and technical assistance for Black business to enhance economic self sufficiency • Expanded work force development and business assistance resources

City Council Passes Reid’s Gun Violence Resolution By Post Staff

Reacting to Oakland’s 100th homicide of the year, the City Council unanimously voted to adopt Councilmember Treva Reid’s gun violence resolution. Officially declaring gun violence a public health crisis within the City of Oakland, the resolution endorses the call from many community-based organizations for Alameda County’s Board of Supervisors to direct an equitable amount of the county’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds into violence prevention resources. “We are in a state of emer-

Councilmember Treva Reid

gency. We can no longer continue to report the lives lost of our loved ones without inten-

City Government: Please Do No (More) Harm

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returning home after incarceration. And for this level of harmful disregard, the city receives 28 percent of scarce job training funds. Astonishing, since the city provides no direct services

to job seekers. As Oakland struggles with its horrific crime wave, it seems that attention would be paid to root causes, joblessness being paramount among them. Instead, the city administration seems intent on hobbling the

very groups who stand ready to help. This happens year after year.... with no apparent consequences to an impenetrable bureaucracy. Oakland, we can do better than this. We must.

Gay Plair Cobb is Chief Executive Officer, Emerita, of the Oakland Private Industry Council, Inc., dba Oakland Partners in Careers. (Disclosure: She is married to Post News Group Publisher Paul Cobb.)

New, Black-Owned Food Truck Rolls Out

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Fame runs along the front of OAW’s base. Oakland A’s President Dave Kaval was presented with a commendation from both OAW and the Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce (OAACC). Accepting for Dave was Stephanie Gaywood of the Oakland A’s. OAACC President and CEO Cathy Adams presented the Oakland African American Chamber’s award at the press conference and community event. Adams said, “Dave has made it clear that the Oakland A’s commitment to the community is steadfast.” And, Elaine Brown, CEO of OAW said, “OAW is grateful to the A’s for providing real support

Soul on a Roll Food Truck chefs (l-r):Sarah Germany, Keshia Evans, Howard Harrison, GaQuayla LeGrone. Photo by Auintard Henderson.

to a business venture based in the community. We intend for Soul on a Roll to be a model for a thousand businesses to bloom.” Certificates of recognition to OAW’s four chefs were pro-

vided by the offices of Mayor Libby Schaff, Supervisor Keith Carson, State Senator Nancy Skinner, and U.S. Congresswoman Barbara Lee’s office, represented by Tatyana Kalinga.

Another OAW business, its first, West Oakland Farms, also operated by formerly incarcerated people and in business since 2016, presently sits on the site at 7th and Campbell. In late November 2021, OAW will break ground on its 100% affordable housing complex there, which is coowned by OAW and its development partner McCormack Baron Salazar (MBS). MBS Senior VP Adhi Nagraj will be on hand for questions. West Oakland Farms will be temporarily dismantled and reincorporated into the new housing complex. For more information, please log on to the website www.oaklandandtheworld.org

Development has come at the cost of Black health, land ownership and belonging. The Alena Museum in Oakland gives African American residents a way to heal through the medium of art “by providing critical, safe spaces for the African diaspora the Black community can express and cultivate their cultural identity in the face of gentrification.” The Alena Museum is a Black-led, 501(c) 3 non-profit that provides services in health and wellness through experience installations, Black sanctuary gardens, community space access, and an Art Residency (mentorship). Through the group’s public art activism, they teach cultural preservation and cultivation with an Afrofuturism ownership model to promote cultural equity with the goal to reclaim urban landscape and gain creative control in real estate development. Through restorative justice art, the Alena Museum educates the community on urban planning; how it works and how to become involved. The Alena Museum’s most recent project, “Magnolia Street” began in March of 2020. According to the web-

site, “Magnolia Street is an experiential installation following Alena Museum’s land libration journey. From holding space for African Diaspora creatives, to confronting gentrification in practice, the story of Magnolia Street channels the spirit of Oakland’s Black Resistance movement into the present through Alena Museum’s eyes. Our story roots Black Power into any land we activate, including this one.” The Alena Museum was evicted from their 8th Street site in West Oakland and is now located at 2725 Magnolia St, Oakland, CA 94607. If you would like to reach out to the Alena Museum you can email them at info@alenamuseum.org. To check out the latest, visit them on Instagram and Facebook. If you would like to support their vision, visit the support page. Information in this article was sourced from the Alena Museum website. The Oakland Post’s coverage of local news in Alameda County is supported by the Ethnic Media Sustainability Initiative, a program created by California Black Media and Ethnic Media Services to support community newspapers across California.

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Congresswoman Lee. “We had a good faith discussion about the urgent need to deliver for the American people on overdue investments. He understands, just as we do, that we cannot stop at roads and bridges—we must also invest in the care economy, childcare and the child tax credit, health care, addressing the climate crisis, affordable housing, and education. The time to act is now. “Let’s be clear: for months, progressives have been open, honest, and transparent with House leadership and the administration about our focus on passing both bills. We all proudly support the President’s entire Build Back Better package, which is why, from the inception of these negotiations, my colleagues and I advocated for the passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework alongside the rec-

onciliation package. “That has been our plan, it has been the Speaker’s plan, and it has been the President’s plan. We are simply looking to hold the line on the agreed upon path forward and deliver for our communities. “This is the President’s agenda—a Democratic agenda that reclaimed the White House. The needs in our communities, especially for Black and Brown people, are too great to be put on hold. This is an opportunity for Democrats to be unified in our goal of realizing the vision and promise of this nation. “As we communicated to the President—who agrees with us—we can settle for nothing less than making good on our commitment, invest in the needs of the people, and build back bolder. I’m hopeful and confident we will get this across the finish line and deliver for the people.”

Black-Owned Business is Bringing PlantBased ‘Soul Food’ to Black Communities

Plant-based diets are on the rise, and this vegan company is gaining support from stars like Lizzo and Chris Paul By Peter J. Rickards The ROOT

Plant-based diets are more popular in Black communities than you might think. According to a Pew Research Center survey, 8 percent of Black Americans consider themselves strict vegans or vegetarians, compared to just 3 percent of the general population. A recent Gallup poll found that nearly a third of people of color in America reported cutting down on meat, compared to about a fifth of white Americans. The plant-food industry is

also now a multibillion dollar market, but what about Blackowned plant-based providers? Well, Misha’s Kind Foods is one. The vegan cheese brand recently secured an investment from NBA star Chris Paul and Lizzo even created a TikTok using their product. “If you’re trying to live a plant-based diet and you want to give up dairy, one of the hardest things for most people is cheese,” said Aaron Bullock, CEO and co-founder of Misha’s Kind Foods. They also have no intention of forcing people to become vegans.