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First Place Winner Grades 1-3: Evelyn Chen, a first grader at Gomes Elementary School

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ater quality and supply is serious business for everyone; it is the sole purpose of local water districts. In the Tri-Cities, Alameda County Water District not only assures the quality and availability of this essential resource, but endeavors to educate everyone, especially children, about how to protect our sources from overuse and environmental disaster.

More than 120 people attended the Alameda County Water District’s Water Conservation Poster and Slogan Contest awards ceremony May 19. Thirty-seven students from public and private schools in Fremont, Newark, and Union City were honored for their creativity in producing posters and slogans reminding residents of the Tri-City area of the importance of using water wisely. Winning entries appear in ACWD’s 2011-2012 Water Conservation Calendar.

The 25 posters and 12 slogans highlighted in this year’s calendar were judged to be the winners (based on artistic ability, creativity, and water conservation message) from over 1,150 entries.

Below: First Place Winner Grades 4-6: Luna Jing, a sixth grader at Warms Springs Elementary School

Grand Prize Winner: Allen Wang, a fifth grader at Chadbourne Elementary School

Allen Wang, a fifth grader at Chadbourne Elementary School in Fremont, was the grand prize winner in this year’s contest. His poster appears on the cover of the Water Conservation Calendar. Mrs. Streight, Wang’s teacher, received a check for $100 she can use for a classroom project or field trip.

Evelyn Chen, a first grader at Gomes Elementary School in Fremont, and Luna Jing, a sixth grader at Warm Springs Elementary School in Fremont, continued onpage 31

BY MIRIAM G. MAZLIACH

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ast year, was a busy year for Risha Krishna, Ethnic Studies teacher at Mission San Jose High School (MSJHS) in Fremont. Between a three-week trip on a Fulbright Scholarship to Germany and a one-week seminar to Cambridge University in England, sponsored by the Gilder Lehrman Foundation, her plate seemed full. Added to those, was a previous excursion to the American South with 30 other Bay Area teachers to retrace the footsteps of Martin Luther King, Jr. and learn more about the Civil Rights movement.

But somehow, she still managed to find the time to realize a dream - publication of her first book, The Curry Club, co-authored with Trevor Neeb whom she had met during grad school days at Stanford.

Logistically, working on the book proved a bit problematic, since Neeb lived in San Diego. However, they managed to get beyond the geographic constraints and as needed, Neeb flew up to the Bay Area to work with Krishna at the Stanford and Milpitas libraries.

The plot of the book follows the main protagonist, Ashwara, and her friend Maria, from age eight to adulthood, during the 1980’s in Southern California.

Ashwara emigrates from India to the U.S.; Maria is a well-todo Latina girl. Their friendship continued on page 23

INDEX Protective Services . . . . . . . . 8 History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

The first unofficial observance of Memorial Day can be traced to November 19, 1863, the day of President Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. A portion of the battlefield was dedicated to thousands of soldiers who fought at that site. Officially, Memorial Day was originally established as “Decoration Day” by General John A. Logan, first commander of the Grand Army of the Republic May 5, 1868. The designation has changed to “Memorial Day” but it remains a time to remember those who died serving our country. We honor them with parades, speeches and the bittersweet strains of "Taps."

Originating in memory of soldiers who died during the American Civil War, ceremonies expanded after World War I to honor all who have lost their lives in any military action. Flag displays are encouraged; until noon, flags should fly at half-staff after first being raised to the peak. After noon, they should be raised to the peak for the remainder of the day. A National Moment of Remembrance - one minute - is observed at 3 p.m. local time on Memorial Day; all citizens are asked to pause for a moment of silence. The time was chosen because it is when many Americans are enjoying their freedoms on this national holiday.

Many local cemeteries and memorials hold services and remembrances to give thanks to those who given their lives to sustain the American dream of freedom and liberty. Along with solemn ceremonies, for many the long weekend signals an unofficial beginning of summer.

Barbeques and outdoor activities dominate as families gather to enjoy a (hopefully) warm and pleasant weekend. For ideas about family Memorial Day activities, look through the TCV “It’s A Date” calendar in this issue. As a quick tip, Ardenwood Historic Regional Park in Fremont is honoring families (and their pocketbooks) with free admission on Monday, May 30.

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Kid Scoop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Public Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Bookmobile Schedule . . . . . . 15

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Contact Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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he recent incidents of air traffic controllers on the night shift literally falling asleep on the job illustrate just one of the potential hazards of sleep deprivation – sleep-deprived people may experience drowsiness so severe that it interferes with their work performance.

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), as many as 70 million Americans may be affected by chronic sleep loss or sleep disorders, and the likelihood of sleep deprivation increases among night-shift workers. Nearly one-quarter of all U.S. workers have to work shifts that are not during daylight hours.

More than two-thirds of those workers report they are often drowsy at work, and they have difficulty falling or staying asleep during the day when their work schedule requires them to sleep.

“The human body simply wasn’t designed to work at night,” says Dr. Nitun Verma, a specialist in adult and pediatric sleep medicine and the medical director of Washington Township Center for Sleep Disorders. “Our ‘biological clocks’ are programmed for sleep during the night. Today’s around-the-clock society, however, demands that some people work at night and sleep during the day.”

Dr. Verma notes that nightshift workers face two problems – trying to stay awake and work and dealing with insomnia once they get home. “One of the most important things night workers can do to stay alert is to keep the lights bright,” he advises. “You also should take breaks as fre-

workers should sleep in a darkened room with the shades drawn and the phone, TV, radio and computer turned off to eliminate distractions.

Keep a Regular Sleep Schedule “Night-shift workers also should try to keep the same sleep schedule throughout the week,”

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), as many as 70 million Americans may be affected by chronic sleep loss or sleep disorders, and the likelihood of sleep deprivation increases among night-shift workers. To ensure a good sleep during the day, night-shift workers should sleep in a darkened room with the shades drawn and the phone, TV, radio and computer turned off to eliminate distractions.

quently as allowed. Drinking coffee or other caffeinated beverages at the start of your shift may help, too, as well as taking a nap before you go to work.”

To ensure a good sleep during the day, he adds, night-shift

Dr. Verma says. “Obviously, that’s difficult for many people on their days off work because most family activities take place during the day, but avoiding changes to your sleep schedule as much as possible helps keep your

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body adjusted to a nighttime work schedule.”

Night-shift workers aren’t the only ones who can benefit from a regular sleep schedule.

“As much as possible, it’s good for everyone to keep the same sleep schedule throughout the week,” Dr. Verma explains.

“Consider the case of teenagers and college students who study late into the night and get up early for classes during the week.

Then on weekends, their pattern shifts and they sleep later in the day. Come Monday morning, the pattern shifts again. When that happens, they actually suffer a form of ‘jet lag,’ which is one reason Monday mornings seem terrible.”

As for genuine jet lag, Dr. Verma notes that traveling eastward is generally harder for most people because they have to get up earlier the next day. He offers a few suggestions for preventing and relieving jet lag: • Before traveling to a new time zone, gradually adjust your sleeping and eating schedules over the course of several days to coincide with the time at your destination.

• Avoid caffeine after 2 p.m. so its effects will wear off by the time you are ready to go to bed.

• If you have trouble falling asleep at the proper hour, a mild sleep-

ing-aid medication with diphenhydramine (the active ingredient in over-the-counter drugs such as Benedryl) may help.

“Caffeine and diphenhydramine can be useful in coping with jet lag, but you need to remember that they can have adverse side effects, too,” Dr. Verma cautions. “Too much caffeine can make you jittery. Diphendyramine can make you drowsy during the day and cause dry mouth, nose and throat. There are prescription medications that have fewer side effects, but you have to see a doctor first.”

Learn More About Sleep Disorders For more information about the Washington Township Center for Sleep Disorders, including an interactive quiz to help you determine if you may have a sleep disorder, visit www.washingtonsleep.com.

In the next month, look for part two of this sleep series which will cover additional information on common sleep disorders and restful sleep tips.

InHealth broadcasts on Comcast Channel 78 in Fremont, Newark and Union City and online at www.inhealth.tv The full schedule of InHealth programs listed below can also be viewed in real time on the Washington Hospital website, www.whhs.com

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Diabetes Health Fair 2010: Cooking Demonstration: Learn About Healthy Eating

Diabetes Health Fair 2010: Diabetes and the Kidneys

Diabetes Health Fair 2010: Learn How Exercise Can Help Diabetes

Your Concerns InHealth:Vitamin Supplements

Heart Health for People Eating Out with Diabetes with Diabetes

Washington Women's Center: Circulation 101 for Women - Part 1: Varicose Veins

Women's Health Conference: Neck and Back Pain

Think Pink: Women's Center Update

Voices InHealth: The Legacy Strength Training System

Disaster Preparedness

Inside Washington Hospital: Pediatric Care (Late Start) Think Pink: Breast Cancer and Vitamin D

Washington Women's Center: Cholesterol and Women's Health Conference: Women

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Voices InHealth: The Legacy Strength Training System

Inside Washington Hospital: The Green Team

Controversies in Screening Mammography

Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting May 11, 2011

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New Surgical Techniques for Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement

Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting May 11, 2011

Men's Health Fair: Heart Healthy Living The Latest Technology in Treating Brain Tumors and Parkinson's Disease (Late Start)

Do You Suffer From Anxiety or Depression?

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Voices InHealth: Demystifying the Radiation Oncology Center

Maintaining Heart Health with Diabetes

Washington Women's Center: Cholesterol and Women

Think Pink: Nutritious Foods for Breast Health

Voices InHealth: Healthy Pregnancy

Your Concerns InHealth: Senior Scam Prevention

Voices InHealth: Decisions in Cardiac Care

Inside Washington Hospital: Patient Safety

Cough or Shortness of Breath, What to Do About It

Arthritis: Do I Have One of 100 Types?

Inside Washington Hospital: Advances in Cardiac Care

Do You Have Sinus Problems?

Important Immunizations for Healthy Adults

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Have You Recently Lost Health Care Coverage?

Skin Health From Infancy to Maturity

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Get Back On Your Feet: New Treatment Options for Ankle Conditions

Hip Pain in the Young and Middle-Aged Adult

Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting May 11, 2011

Skin Care and Prevention of Skin Cancer

Voices InHealth: Medicine Safety for Children

Influenza and Other Contagious Respiratory Conditions

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Strengthen Your Back!

Learn to Improve Your Back Fitness InHealth Special Report: The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Part 1

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World Kidney Day

Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Tremors and Epilepsy

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InHealth Special Report: InHealth Special Report: The Patient Protection The Patient Protection and and Affordable Care Act Affordable Care Act Part 2 Part 3

Your Concerns InHealth: Measles Resurgence

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Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting May 11, 2011

Osteoporosis Update: Learn About Diagnosis and Treatment Options

Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting May 11, 2011

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Partnering with Your Doctor to Improve Diabetes Control

Men's Health Fair: Stroke and Interventions Used

Voices InHealth: Bras for Body & Soul (Late Start)

Do You Suffer From Breathing Problems?

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or Asthma What Are Your Vital Signs Telling You?

Superbugs: Are We Winning the Germ War?

Community Based Senior Supportive Services

Management of Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

Kidney Disease Nutrition for People with Kidney Disease

Alzheimer's Disease Research Update

Learn Exercises to Help Lower Your Blood Pressure and Slow Your Heart Rate Sepsis: Treatment of a Top 10 Killer

Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement

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Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting May 11, 2011

Voices InHealth: The Greatest Gift of All

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Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting May 11, 2011

Your Concerns InHealth: Pediatric Care – The Pre-School Years

New Techniques to Treat Back Pain

Heel Problems and Treatment Options

Take the Steps: What You Should Know About Foot Care (Late Star)

Voices InHealth: Washington's Community Cancer Program

Living with Heart Failure & Heart Irregularities (Late Start)

Voices InHealth: Nursing Excellence - Journey to Magnet Status

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Attend a Free Screening and Seminar to Learn About Peripheral Vascular Disease

Planning to take a vacation this summer? If you have diabetes, you need to plan ahead so you can enjoy the sights or your time with friends and family without any health complications.

“For people with diabetes, traveling can be very challenging,” said Sandra Mertesdorf, a registered nurse and certified diabetes educator at Washington Hospital. “You can have a great time, but you have to plan far enough in advance because you need time to make all the necessary arrangements.”

She will present “Vacation or Travel Plans? Preparation and Safety Tips for People with Diabetes” on Thursday, June 2, from 7 to 8 p.m., at the Conrad E. Anderson, M.D. Auditorium, 2500 Mowry Avenue (Washington West), in Fremont. The seminar is part of Washington Hospital’s free monthly Diabetes Matters education series. Register online at www.whhs.com or call (510) 7456556 for more information.

Mertesdorf will walk participants through the steps needed to fully prepare for the next trip or vacation. She said the first thing to do is develop a travel checklist so you don’t forget anything.

“I’ll provide participants with a sample checklist so they can see what I’m talking about,” she said. “The checklist should include everything you will need for the trip.”

She recommends bringing at least twice the amount of diabetes medications and supplies needed for the duration of time you will

If you have diabetes and are planning a trip or vacation this summer, don’t miss the next Diabetes Matters seminar at Washington Hospital. A certified diabetes educator will provide valuable tips to help you keep your diabetes under control while you are traveling. The seminar will take place on Thursday, June 2 from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Conrad E. Anderson, M.D. Auditorium located at 2500 Mowry Avenue (Washington West) in Fremont.

be traveling. She also suggests bringing an extra meter and insulin pump if you use one.

“With schedule changes, eating differently, an illness or other factors like stress, you may require more medication adjustment than usual,” Mertesdorf said. “You just don’t know what’s going to happen. What if you drop a bottle of insulin? You need to be prepared, particularly if you are leaving the country. Refilling your prescriptions may be very difficult where you are vacationing.”

She said it is important to know what services are available at your destination. Find out where the nearest medical facility is and if there is a pharmacy nearby. Are there grocery stores and restaurants, or will you need to bring your own food? These are important issues that need to be considered.

Talk With Your Doctor Mertesdorf urges people with diabetes to talk to their doctor about their vacation plans. She recommends that diabetes patients get a letter from their doctor that stipulates their medical condition and includes contact information and medication requirements.

It is also important to make transportation arrangements. If you are flying, it’s a good idea to contact the airline and advise them you have diabetes. Let them know about any special needs, including dietary needs if your flight offers a meal. Mertesdorf said many airlines offer special meals for people with diabetes. The same is true if you are taking a train or going on a cruise.

“I recommend that people carry all their medications with them,” she said. “Don’t check them with the rest of your luggage; take them on the flight with you. Also, be sure to check with the Transportation Security Agency about current regulations for travel.”

Mertesdorf encourages people with diabetes to take snacks with them so they always have food available and a source of fast-acting sugar such as glucose tablets in case blood sugar levels get too low.

“With the extra physical activity many people do on vacation and the disruption of daily routines you can get into a hypoglycemic situation, she said. “So carry fast-acting glucose tablets or hard candy such as Lifesavers with you just in case. ” You also need to plan for the storage of medications and supplies while traveling. For example, you shouldn’t leave medications or glucose meters in the trunk of a hot car. Insulin can’t be allowed to freeze or get too hot.

Time changes also have to be considered. Mertesdorf said if you plan to cross time zones, you may need to adjust your medication schedule. It is important to work with your healthcare provider to figure out when and how this is done, she said.

Mertesdorf urges travelers to wear a medical bracelet or carry a card that lists their medical condition and medication needs as well as emergency contact information. She also encourages people with diabetes to travel with a companion who is aware you have diabetes and advise friends and family of your travel plans.

“I’m going to leave time for participants to share what has worked for them,” she added. “It helps to hear how others have dealt with these challenges.”

To find out about other diabetes programs, visit www.whhs.com/diabetes.

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ost of us know that chest pain—even pain But leg or arm extremity pain may tell a more in the arm—can potentially indicate a heart complex tale of potential risk to the heart and brain, attack. But pain in the lower leg? What according to Dr. Jain and Dr. Mehigan. does that have to do with heart—and brain—health?

“The goal is for audience members to learn the For people suffering from peripheral vascular dissigns of PVD and seek help,” Dr. Jain says. “If they ease (PVD), extremity don’t seek help, PVD will pain—often in the begin to cause problems localf region—could accally in the legs, which leads tually be more than to discomfort when exercisjust a problem in the ing. As a result, patients beleg; it also could be a come increasingly sedentary warning sign of risk and raise their chances of defor heart attack and isveloping other types of vaschemic stroke, both of cular disease due to risk which stem from a factors such as diabetes, high blockage of blood cholesterol, hypertension flow to two of our and obesity.” most important orThis is when the real gans, the heart and trouble begins. brain, respectively.

“When these factors According to begin affecting heart and Washington Hospital brain, patients then have a Medical Staff cardiolincreased rate of mortality. ogist Ash Jain, M.D., It’s not the leg pain that kills 50 percent of pathem, but the underlying tients suffer from arheart and brain conditions, terial disease in all including heart attack and three organ systems. stroke, that will prove On Saturday, June deadly,” says Dr. Mehigan.

Many people with peripheral vascular disease (PVD) do not have 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 symptoms or they mistake the symptoms of PVD for something Dr. Jain adds that if p.m., Dr. Jain and else. The primary early symptom of PVD is pain in one or both PVD is not addressed, it Washington Hospital legs during exercise. On Saturday, June 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., quickly becomes a vicious Medical Staff vascular Washington Hospital will conduct a free community screening for cycle of worsening the risk PVD.Then on Tuesday, June 14, from 1 to 3 p.m., the physicians will surgeon John Thomas present a seminar discussing the symptoms, diagnosis and treat- factors that can lead to loss Mehigan, M.D. will ment options for PVD. Both the screening and seminar will take of limbs, heart attack and conduct a free com- place at the Conrad E.Anderson M.D.Auditoriums located at 2500 stroke. munity screening for Mowry Avenue in Fremont. Call (800) 963-7070 to register.

“You can say, ‘It’s just PVD. Then on Tuesmy legs that are hurting day, June 14, from 1 to 3 p.m., the physicians will and I’m not going to deal with it,’ but if left unpresent a seminar discussing the symptoms, diagno- treated, PVD makes regular exercise intolerable— sis and treatment options for PVD. and it is regular exercise that helps prevent blockage PVD is a disease of the blood vessels outside the from getting worse in all the organ systems,” Dr. heart, which affects the peripheral circulation and Jain says. “It is good to address PVD and improve sometimes causes pain or cramping in the arms or your symptoms so that you can exercise regularly.” legs that typically occurs with exercise and subsides continued on page 4 with rest.

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LEAKING INFORMATION

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oolant leaking from the radiator may be due to anti-freeze that has not been changed according to the recommended schedule and has become corrosive. Otherwise, it may be that normal shaking and vibration has led to an eventual separation between parts connected by solder, epoxy, or mechanical crimps. In addition, thermal forces arising from extremes in engine temperatures may have caused cracks in stressed areas. Regardless of the cause, a radiator leak must be checked as soon as possible because loss of coolant can spell disaster for the engine.

Remedies can range from clamp tightening or hose replacement to radiator repair or replacement. So, don’t assume

the worst until you have had the problem checked out.

Now that the summer driving season is almost here, it’s vital that you make sure your car is in tip-top driving condition. If you have any questions about today’s column, or about any aspect of car maintenance, please call BAY STAR AUTO CARE. Our ASE-certified technicians can provide the preventive care that can improve your handling, safety, and reliability as you set off for summer road trips. In addition, we can take care of your emissions checks.

HINT: The most common indication of a coolant leak is green fluid beneath the front end of the vehicle. Attend to this problem immediately.

Gary Singh is the owner of Bay Star Auto Care at 1275 Atlantic St. near Western Ave., here in Union City. Phone: 489-3331

Risk factors that may indicate PVD – as well as heart disease and stroke – include: • Diabetes • Cigarette smoking • High blood pressure (hypertension) • High levels of the “bad” cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) • Previous stroke or heart attack • Obesity • Sedentary lifestyle (minimal regular exercise) • Age (Men over age 50 are affected more frequently.)

• Family history of heart disease • Cardiovascular disease, covering several conditions affecting the heart Dr. Mehigan emphasizes that learning your family history is crucial to understanding whether you are at risk for PVD, heart attack or stroke.

“Examine your family history for these risk factors,” he notes.

“If you don’t know your history, find out about it. What did your mother die of? What did your father die of?”

If you have multiple family members that suffered from heart

disease, there’s a good chance that you could to. Dr. Mehigan advises talking to your primary care physician and getting screened for factors like high cholesterol, high blood sugar and high blood pressure.

Free PVD Screening at Washington Hospital Washington Hospital’s upcoming free PVD screening on Saturday, June 11, will use a painless, non-invasive Doppler study to detect whether or not a person has PVD. After the test, the physicians will explain the results and refer participants to their primary care physician if necessary.

In advanced stages, PVD may require more aggressive treatment options, revascularization with angioplasty or surgery along with drug treatment, including medicines to help improve walking distance (cilostazol and pentoxifylline), antiplatelet agents and cholesterollowering agents (statins).

But, if PVD is caught during early stages, Dr. Jain says the answer is a simple one.

“Ultimately, the solution for improved cardiovascular health is

diet and exercise,” he says. “Diet and exercise are the mainstays of management. When you start having arterial blockages in the legs, you stop exercising, which does not help your risk factors for cardiac disease and stroke.

“It’s important to remember that PVD is a fixable disease. But first, you have to recognize the symptoms and get diagnosed.”

Reduce your risk On Saturday, June 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. a peripheral vascular disease screening, consisting of a painless, noninvasive Doppler study of the legs, will be held in the Conrad E. Anderson, M.D. Auditorium.

To learn more about the condition from Dr. Jain and Dr. Mehigan, join them for a free Health & Wellness seminar on Tuesday, June 14, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Conrad E. Anderson, M.D. Auditorium, located in the Washington West building at 2500 Mowry Avenue in Fremont.

To register for the seminar and/or screening, call (800) 963-7070.

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the Mission San Jose High School Interact Club, one of the largest Interact Clubs in the world and the Alsion/Ohlone College Interact Club, one of the smallest. They sponsor both clubs. Each year the Mission San Jose Rotary provides scholarships to students at both schools and sends several students to RYLA, a Rotary youth leadership summer camp.

Rotary International is a service organization with the motto, “Service Above Self.” Started in Chicago in 1905, it now has clubs all over the world. Their service focus for many years has been the eradication of polio. The Mission San Jose club has given generously to that project, which has almost achieved its goal.

Many years ago, under the leadership of Jim Noonan, the club took on the task of staffing the Feed the Hungry project at the Centerville Presbyterian dining room every fifth Tuesday, an ongoing project.

Each December, in partnership with the Fremont Police Department and the City of Fremont, the club sponsors Shop With a Cop. It creates a positive experience, partnering at-risk youth with local police for the day and provides holiday gifts for the youth and their families.

In 2005 each club was asked to have a significant project in recognition of Rotary’s 100th birthday. The Mission San Jose club donated labor and money for the amphitheater seating at Ohlone College’s Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.

They also helped, with other Rotarians, to build Bridgeway Apartments in Irvington.

The club has participated in many international service projects including an annual – and amazing – complete construction of a house in one day in Mexico in partnership with Corazon.

They, with other Rotary clubs, have participated in water projects in Chiapas, Mexico and Aba, Nigeria. In Aba they provided 2,000 math books to needy students in twenty high schools where students have to buy their own textbooks.

When Skip Domville was club president in 1996-97, he learned that the Leal farm in Mission San Jose had been sold and the tank house would be demolished. He arranged for the tank house to be moved to Ardenwood Historic Farm, a feat accomplished with the help of Walt White and many other Rotarians. It lay there until 2008 when members from several local Rotary Clubs finally restored it on the site of an original Ardenwood water tank. Then, with the financial assistance of the Alameda County Water District and Union Sanitary District, the club created a self-guided water museum in the lower room, which is free and open to the public.

As part of their silver anniversary in 2008, the club created the Mission Creekwalk Historic Site along Mission Creek between Hopkins Junior High School and Mission San Jose High School. It honors the early pioneer farmers of the area. The club also replaced the interpretive markers along the creek.

The Rotary Club of Mission San Jose is honored to be selected, along with other Rotary clubs in the tri-city area, as the 2011 Ohlone College Foundation “Citizen of the Year.” They welcome new members to the best service organization in the world. Look for them and the big yellow and blue Rotary Wheel in the Independence Day parade.

This is the fifth in a series of articles individually highlighting the six Rotary Clubs of the TriCities, as the Ohlone College Foundation’s 2011 Citizen of the Year. This week’s focus is on the Rotary Club of Mission San Jose and a snapshot of the contributions that have earned them the Citizen of the Year title.

When Bob Wasserman, now mayor of Fremont, became a charter member of the Rotary Club of Mission San Jose in 1983, women were not allowed to join the organization. After a club in Southern California had allowed women to join, they lost their club charter. They filed suit.

By the time Wasserman became club president in 1986 the case was pending in the United States Supreme Court. Feeling that it was just a matter of time until women could join Rotary International, he made sure his club was the first in the area to admit women by inducting Diane Mc Dermott, Pauline McIvor, Marie Danner and Pauline Weaver.

When the club was first organized under the leadership of Stan Allen, members chose the name “Mission San Jose” because they wanted to focus on the historic Mission San Jose church, which was then under reconstruction as their major community project. One of their first projects was to paint the exterior of the historic wing of the mission, now the museum. The club became famous for delivering the “last great whitewash job,” using authentic whitewash, a product no longer available.

For many years, a club member, David O’Hara, was chairman of the Festival of the Arts, which is sponsored by the Fremont Chamber of Commerce. The club created their world-famous Linguica burgers, which they still produce flawlessly and sell at the festival each summer. They are assisted in the food booth by students from

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The Citizen of the Year Champagne Luncheon is the last major social event before summer for community members in Fremont, Newark, and Union City.

It will be held Saturday, June 4 at the Ohlone College Newark Center on Cherry Street in Newark.

For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit coy.ohlone.edu or call 510-659-6020.

This article was edited from information written by Lila Bringhurst of the Rotary Club of Mission San Jose.

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SUBMITTED BY THE AMERICAN PLANNING ASSOCIATION The American Planning Association (APA) California Northern Section honored the winners of the 2011 Planning Awards on May 20. Winners of the California Planning Foundation Northern Section awards include: Education Project Award Managing Fire in the Urban Wildland Interface Kenneth S. Blonski, East Bay Regional Parks District; Cheryl Miller, RLA, C. Miller Landscape Architecture; Carol L. Rice, Wildland Resource Management.

Hard-won Victories Award of Merit City of Oakland Zoning Update Barry J. Miller, AICP, and Elois Thornton, City of Oakland; City of Oakland Strategic Planning Division.

Grassroots Project Award Oakland International Boulevard Transit-Oriented Development Plan Matthew Raimi, Raimi & Associates; Sargent Town Planning; Joel Ramos, TransForm; Nelson/Nygard Consulting; Dowling Associates; Conley Consulting Group; Unity Council; Oakland Community Organizations; International Boulevard TOD Plan Community Advisory Committee.

Innovation in Green Community Planning Award of Merit Union City Climate Action Plan Claire Bonham-Carter, AECOM; Joan Malloy, City of Union City; City of Union City City Council, Planning Commission & Climate Action Task Force.

Innovation in Green Community Planning Award Martial Cottle Parks Master Plan Santa Clara County; Jane F. Mark, AICP, Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation Department; Isabelle Minn, Design, Community and Environment; Ellie Wagner, ASLA, State of California Parks and Recreation Department; Santa Clara County Open Space Authority; City of San José; Santa Clara Valley Water District; Mr. Walter Cottle Lester.

Comprehensive Planning Award Large Jurisdiction Santa Clara Station Area Plan Dyett & Bhatia; Valley Transportation Authority; City of Santa Clara; City of San Jose.

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“Union City’s Climate Action Plan (CAP) took approximately one year to complete. Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant funding was used to retain consultant AECOM to assist staff with the process. Council established a Climate Protection Task Force whose members were drawn from Council, the Planning Commission, Union Sanitary District, New Haven Unified School District, Chamber of Commerce and the community at-large. The Task Force provided feedback on the draft plan and represented the community’s diverse interests,” explained Union City Planning Manager Carmela Campbell.

“Beginning in December 2009, the Task Force met monthly to draft measures to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the sectors of Land Use, Transportation, Buildings and Energy, Waste Reduction, Water Conservation and Green Infrastructure.

Their input was very important during that stage of the process, providing a local perspective on what measures would work in Union City. In May 2010, these measures were presented to the community at a public meeting for attendees’ input. From June to August, the draft CAP was prepared which included quantifying the measures to determine how they would translate into GHG reductions. The city sponsored another public meeting in September to present the draft CAP to the community. Council approved the plan in October 2010,” she added.

The City of Union City’s CAP represents a commitment to reduce GHG emissions in the City and is the blueprint for achieving the city’s GHG reduction target of 20 percent below 2005 levels by 2020.

“The award reinforces the hard work, dedication and commitment to a greener and more sustainable future of all who worked on the plan. We feel it is well-deserved. Few CAPs have been prepared for smaller suburban communities. We hope the award will bring some recognition to the plan and demonstrate what a smaller city can accomplish when different sections of a community work together,” Campbell stated.

The city hopes to further engage the community as the CAP is implemented. Staff is working on programs that will be made available this summer to help residents save energy and money.

For more information, visit Union City’s Going Green website at www.unioncity.org/going_green.html and Facebook at Going Green in Union City.

For more information about the American Planning Association (APA) California Northern Section, visit www.norcalapa.org

Fremont Unified School District Board meeting report

BY MIRIAM G. MAZLIACH The following are highlights from the Fremont Unified School District Board meeting held May 11, 2011.

Community Leadership: Superintendent James Morris reported on the District logo contest. Over 60 students submitted entries, which the Staff and committee narrowed down to 10. Another group of community members then made a selection of the final three. Those in attendance at the Board meeting had a chance to view all the entries as they were flashed onto the screen. Now it’s time for the community to vote for their favorite logo of the three. To make your vote count, visit the FUSD website at www.fremont.k12.ca.us, by June 1.

Jamie Hintzke, Community Relations Coordinator for Alameda County Health Care Services Agency spoke about the CPR7 Program. (TCV featured this program in our December 28, 2010 issue.) The focus of the program is to increase “bystander knowledge” of CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation), so that more lives can be saved.

Research had shown that 7th grade students were most receptive and willing to learning the techniques and teaching them to family and friends. Over 14,900 – 7th graders in Alameda County have already been trained to learn the skills of chest compression and mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Students have also been given a kit containing their own inflatable mini-manikin to practice on and keep at home. The 5 Junior High

Schools in Fremont were recognized as well as the 2,242 - 7thgrade students who participated in the CPR7 program.

Oral Communications: Dianne Jones, a Parkmont parent, wanted to send a positive message to LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and Transgender) students who are particularly vulnerable. A group of parents as well as the “It Gets Better Project,” donated over 86 books to the District’s school libraries. “Everyone deserves a safe place to learn in,” said Jones.

Brannin Dorsey, President of the Fremont Unified District Teachers Association addressed the Board and Staff regarding the status of teacher contract negotiations. “Are you really doing everything you can? It’s almost the end of the school year without a negotiated agreement.” Dorsey continued by asking the District if it really needed to be paying for the cost of an attorney who is assisting with the negotiations.

Agenda Item - Student Learning & Achievement: Students from the first graduating class of The AVID Program at Kennedy High School came up to address the Board and speak of their experiences and future plans.

Audience and Board members were visibly moved by the students’ individual stories in the face of adversity. AVID is an international program designed to assist struggling students, to become college ready. Each of the 20 students will be continuing on to higher education next year -- 18 to a fouryear university and two at a two-year college.

The program at Kennedy High has expanded and currently there are five AVID classes, totaling 132 students. The much admired teacher who has worked with these students is AVID Coordinator, Mr. Dave Williams. continued on page 31

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May 24, 2011

BART begins analyzing feedback on Fleet of Future SUBMITTED BY BART The calendar is being set for all of BART's mobile seat labs, where riders give feedback on what they would like to see in the Fleet of the Future. The seat labs are just one of many ways BART is gathering public input on the project to replace its entire fleet of passenger trains, the oldest in the nation.

BART has also received approximately 1,000 public comments by email already received from the public. The seat labs have collected around 500 surveys, with six more labs still to come. See www.bart.gov/cars for the schedule of meetings.

The feedback will be shared with industrial designers for three renderings that incorporate the most-requested features and try to balance trade-offs for the best possible interior design. Later this summer, there will be another round of public input on those three models. Based on that public input, BART will give design guidance to the company that ultimately will build the train cars.

Five builders have submitted proposals for the job.

So far, the seat labs have elicited feedback from diverse groups of riders. At the May 1 seat lab at Fruitvale BART Station, Oakland, daily BART commuters and occasional riders gave their feedback. When the lab visited San Francisco State University (SFSU) on May 11, BART heard from students, who rely on transit to get to school, and others in the community.

“I thought it was very good,” said David Abercrombie who is not affiliated with SFSU but heard about the seat lab and, as a regular BART rider from San Francisco, decided to attend. “I enjoyed the chance to participate and be a guinea pig.” Abercrombie said the seat lab prompted him to think about the challenges involved in de-

signing new train cars. “I was undecided on seat width [currently, the most generous nationally] but seats should not become too narrow because people seem to be getting wider. You’ll have to balance it with what the designers say,” he added, acknowledging the public might have requests that are unfeasible from an economic or engineering perspective.

Earlier versions of the seat lab sought comments from groups of riders with specific concerns, such as riders with disabilities, senior citizens and bicyclists. One seat lab was conducted with a control group of randomly selected riders for additional research data to supplement that from public meetings. Results of that control group will be made public to indicate how the research is going.

“The Fleet of the Future will belong to the public,” BART Chief Marketing Officer Aaron Weinstein said to explain the emphasis on public input. “It must be designed to meet BART riders’ needs. The information from seat lab participants will help us better understand those needs. For example, BART hears that customers want digital screens showing the next stop and other passenger information, so BART will work to include this feature in the Fleet of the Future.”

As for seat surfaces, early public feedback shows a slightly higher ranking for cleanliness than comfort though respondents say both are important. That does not commit BART to any specific seat covering; however; instead it creates a mandate to find a surface that can be kept clean but without completely sacrificing comfort. Any surface material has to meet stringent standards for fire, smoke and toxicity.

Early input seems to suggest that riders want: adequate seating, especially for those on longer journeys; seats that can be kept

cleaner; appropriate space for bikes so that cyclists can be more comfortable while keeping bikes clear of passengers; a quieter ride; modern passenger information and enhanced accessibility for people with disabilities.

“Please recognize that BART's train cars need to be designed to accommodate all of us. We come in all sizes, ages, states of health, speak many languages and use different means of transportation.

It must be possible to design train cars that can comfortably meet everyone's needs” is an earnest plea received by email from someone identified as a daily BART rider since 1979. This is the difficult challenge BART will try to meet with the Fleet of the Future project.

For more information, to check the seat lab schedule, sign up for updates or submit feedback, visit www.bart.gov/cars.

View a BARTtv video about the interactive seat lab at http://tinyurl.com/3baz2k6 Tuesday, May 24 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Los Medanos Community College Gymnasium 2700 East Leland Road, Pittsburg Wednesday, June 1 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Union City BART Station Center Access Road, Union City Monday, June 13 3 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Dublin/Pleasanton BART Station 5801 Owens Drive, Pleasanton Tuesday, June 14 2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Pleasant Hill/Contra Costa Centre BART Station Plaza next to fountain 1365 Treat Boulevard, Walnut Creek

BY ANGIE WANG

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n April 14, Mission San Jose High School’s Forensics team arrived at the California State Speech Tournament at Helix Charter High School in San Diego. The team did extremely well and placed second in the small club division, comprised of schools with less than four entries. Senior Speech Captain Abel John (original prose and poetry) and Sophomores Emily Chen (original prose and poetry) and Priya Sundaresan (impromptu) performed at the tournament. John placed second in his category.

Three years ago, Alumna and former Speech Captain Sarah Thomsen and Speech Advisor Thomas Thomsen decided to bring Speech and Debate back to MSJHS, after the club’s unfortunate disbandment years prior. Since then, the team has performed extraordinarily well. Within the past couple of years, the Speech club has become one of the best programs in the area.

MSJHS’s Speech program is now considered a popular rival against schools like Leland, Logan, and Bellarmine High, all of which have extremely notable Speech programs.

Advisor Thomas Thomsen says, “We owe much of our success to our Speech coaches. It’s because of them that we have such a great program here.” Speech Coaches BJ Cruz and Karen Joshi placed in State and National competitions in the past as well. Speech Coach, MSJ alumna, and former Speech Captain Sarah Thomsen placed tenth in State last year, and currently attends Santa Clara University. She, along with the rest of the coaches, meets the students at MSJHS every Friday to conduct Speech labs.

When Thomsen brought Speech back to the high school, the team only consisted of about five or six interested students. Now, there are over thirty students involved in Forensics. “The team has definitely grown exponentially. Though we’re still a relatively small team, we’re talented,” says Senior Speech Caption Abel John. John feels that Forensics is like any other sport.

Says John, “Even though I placed second at the State tournament, what really mattered was that the team placed second. Speech is also similar to sports because what you put into it is what you get out of it. It is great to see our team’s efforts pay off.”

For the first time in years, members from MSJHS’s Forensics team qualified for both the California State Speech Tournament and the National Speech Tournament to be held in Dallas, Texas from June 12 to June 19. Sophomores Silvia Zannetti (original prose and poetry) and Frank Chen and Dillon Cho (duo interpretation) will attend to represent MSJHS’s Speech team.

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DIRECTOR RICHARD SANTOS SANTA CLARA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT Did you know that an estimated 85 percent of the San Francisco Bay’s historic wetlands has been filled or altered? This dramatic decline in tidal marsh habitats has caused populations of marsh-dependent fish and wildlife to dwindle. It has also decreased water quality and increased local flood risks.

Restoration of the South Bay salt ponds provides an opportunity to begin to reverse these trends, by improving the health of San Francisco Bay for years to come.

On June 1, we will be celebrating of the completion of work at Pond A8 in Alviso by opening the first of eight tidegates to slowly re-introduce tidal waters to the former salt pond. The work at Pond A8 is part of phase one of the South Bay Salt Pond Restoration Project (“Project”), the largest tidal wetland restoration project on the West Coast. When complete, the Project will restore 15,100 acres of industrial salt ponds to a rich mosaic of tidal wetlands and other habitats.

Thanks to contributions from the Santa Clara Valley Water District, The California State Coastal Conservancy, and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, project managers at the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge have been restoring 1,400 acres of ponds A8, A7 and A5, former industrial salt ponds, to shallow subtidal habitat for pelicans, cormorants and ducks. Salt water from these ponds will also begin to scour out Alviso Slough, currently overgrown with vegetation, restoring it to its natural state.

While this milestone for Pond A8 is an important event, as a member of the Project’s Stakeholder Forum, I know that it is only a small part of the work that has been done. In fact, the project really began in 2003 when, under the leadership of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, a portion of the South Bay Salt Ponds was purchased from Cargill Inc. Shortly after that, the California Department of Fish and Game, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and California Coastal Conservancy

launched a four-year public process to design a restoration plan for the property. The final plan was adopted in 2008 and the first phase of restoration started later that year. It wasn’t until fall of 2009 that construction began on ponds A8, A7 and A5.

Along with restoring and enhancing wetland habitats and providing for flood management in the South Bay, the project goal is to provide wildlife-oriented public access and recreation. In keeping with this goal, I’m proud to state that the project has already completed 2.2 miles of new Bay Trail between Mountain View’s Stevens Creek and Sunnyvale. If you haven’t already done so, I strongly recommend taking a stroll or going for a bike ride along this stretch of trail. The weather is perfect for it and the scenery can’t be beat!

For event details and to learn more about the project, please visit www.southbayrestoration.org or contact Tracy Grubbs at (415) 564-1976, or via email at t.grubbs@tracygrubbs.com.

As always, I am available for questions or comments as your District 3 representative for the northern areas of Sunnyvale and Santa Clara; Alviso; Milpitas; and the north San Jose and Berryessa communities. Feel free to contact me at (408) 234-7707.

State settles for $241M with Quest Diagnostics SUBMITTED BY OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL Attorney General Kamala D. Harris announced a $241M settlement, the largest recovery in the history of California's False Claims Act, with Quest Diagnostics, the state's biggest provider of medical laboratory testing, to recover illegal overcharges to the state's medical program for the poor.

"In a time of shrinking budgets, this historic settlement affirms that Medi-Cal exists to help the state's most vulnerable families rather than to illicitly stoke corporate profits," said Harris. "Medi-Cal providers and others who seek to cheat the state through false claims and illegal kickbacks should know my office is watching and will prosecute."

The settlement, announced on May 19, 2011, with Quest is the result of a lawsuit filed under court seal in 2005 by a whistleblower and referred to the Attorney General's office. The lawsuit alleged Quest systematically overcharged the state's Medi-Cal program for more than 15 years and gave illegal kickbacks in the form of discounted or free testing to doctors, hospitals and clinics that referred Medi-Cal patients and other business to the labs.

California law states that "no provider shall charge [Medi-Cal] for any service… more than would have been charged for the same service… to other purchasers of comparable services… under comparable circumstance." Yet, Quest charged Medi-Cal up to six times as much as it charged some other customers for the same tests.

For example, Quest charged Medi-Cal $8.59 to perform a complete blood count test, while it charged some of its other customers $1.43.

California law also prohibits Medi-Cal providers from soliciting and receiving "any kickback, bribe, or rebate, directly or indirectly, overtly or covertly, in cash or in valuable consideration of any kind… [in] return for the referral, or promised referral, of any individual… for the furnishing… of any service" paid for by Medi-Cal. An investigation revealed Quest systematically offered doctors, hospitals and clinics low prices for lab tests in return for referrals to Quest of patients, including Medi-Cal patients. Quest then charged Medi-Cal a higher price to make up the difference - resulting in the loss of millions of dollars to the Medi-Cal program.

Under the state's False Claims Act, any person with previously undisclosed information about a fraud, overcharge or other false claim can file a

sealed lawsuit on behalf of California to recover the losses and is entitled to a share of the recovery in some cases. Such individuals become plaintiffs and are known as "whistleblowers," "qui tam plaintiffs," or "relators."

In this case, the whistleblowers were Chris Riedel and his company Hunter Laboratories which found it could not compete in a significant segment of the marketplace where major medical laboratories such as Quest offered doctors, hospitals and clinics far lower rates than they were charging Medi-Cal. Riedel and Hunter were represented by Niall P. McCarthy of Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy, LLP. The Attorney General's Bureau of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse conducted an intensive three-year investigation that uncovered widespread abuse of Medi-Cal by medical testing laboratories in California.

Based on facts disclosed in the complaints, the California Department of Health Care Services, which administers the Medi-Cal program, launched an independent statewide audit of medical laboratories. Through reform of industry pricing practices stemming from this case, Medi-Cal is expected to save hundreds of millions of dollars.

"This agreement sends a strong message that fraud against the state and its Medi-Cal program will not be tolerated," said Toby Douglas, director of the Department of Health Care Services. "I commend our department's employees and the Department of Justice for working successfully in pursuit of compensation and justice for the state and its important health care programs."

Besides providing compensation to the whistleblower under statutory guidelines, the settlement is designed to reimburse the state's Medi-Cal program and the Attorney General for expenses in investigating and prosecuting false claims actions.

The state will receive a total of $171M. The settlement also requires Quest to report information to assist the state in determining Quest's future compliance with Medi-Cal's pricing rules.

Similar cases are still pending against four other defendants, including Laboratory Corporation of America, commonly known as LabCorp, the second largest medical laboratory service provider in California. Trial is scheduled for early next year.

A copy of the original complaint can be found at www.oag.ca.gov. To report fraud or abuse, call the Bureau of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse hotline at (800) 722-0432.

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History

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lameda County was only eight years old when the Civil War broke out in 1861. The Board of Supervisors adjourned a meeting to raise “the glorious old flag of the Union and salute it with three cheers and a tiger.” A rally in support

A company of dragoons formed at Centerville in 1861 under C. S. Eigenbrodt of Alvarado, a supervisor of Washington Township. Hiram Clark and John Campbell from Alvarado were privates and John R. Sim was first lieutenant. Clark was

Meetings were held in Stokes Hall, Templar Hall, Fountain Hall, Dyer’s building and in the Armory. The guns were stored in Captain Benson’s Warehouse or the Armory. The new Armory was dedicated with a grand ball in September 1864 which was

Alvarado Homeguard

for the Union cause was held in the ballroom of the Brooklyn House in Alvarado.

The scene of actual warfare was far away, but there was great

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concern and preparation for conflict. Several military groups were organized to maintain the peace and protect against violence.

Union County Conventions were held in 1862 and 1863.

Feelings for the Union were so strong that many patriotic celebrations and bazaars were held to aid the Sanitary Commission, a national organization formed to help Union soldiers. A May Day picnic at Alameda in 1865 drew 6,000 people from all parts of the county. Festivities included crowning the May Queen “attended by a long retinue of young ladies attired in white and acting as maids of honor. A dance around the May pole by 16 couples was followed by an oration and dancing in the open air.” In 1863, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors levied a war tax of 15 cents on each 100 dollars worth of property and a poll tax on each man between the ages of 21 and 60.

later chosen to be a cavalry leader. The company became part of the famous “California One Hundred” attached to a Massachusetts cavalry regiment and fought in many battles including Gettysburg.

Captain Eigenbrodt was killed leading a charge in the Shenandoah Valley in 1864.

The news of his death was received with great sorrow by local citizens who honored him with awards and memorials.

A California State Militia Guard was organized at Alvarado in 1863. The 55 names on the first roll call include many famous local families: Captain Ephriam Dyer was a pioneer sugar developer; Edwin Richmond was postmaster at Alvarado and Dr. J. M. Selfridge, the first regular physician in Centerville. Farley Granger and Wm. Morris Liston were pioneer Alvarado business men.

Their rules provided that any person over 15 years of age, who sustained good moral character, believed in a Supreme Being and agreed to support the constitution could join. Members were prohibited the use of intoxicating liquors and vulgar language when in drill, on parade or around the armory. Fines were $1.00 for missing parade, 50 cents for missing drill, talking in rank or neglect of duty and 25 cents for absence from a meeting. One member was disciplined for being intoxicated on parade and another was fined 25 cents for striking matches on the walls.

Members could be expelled by a two-thirds vote of those present.

Guns and ammunition were purchased and used for drill, parade and target practice. Uniforms were obtained for parades and medals for shooting contests.

declared the greatest social event of the year.

Not all citizens were unionist supporters. James Lewis, proprietor of the United States Hotel in Centerville, was said to be a southern sympathizer. When he hoisted a Confederate flag on his flagpole, a group of Union men showed up with axes and told him to lower the flag or they would lower the pole. He pulled down the flag ending the crisis.

William Jordan kept a hotel and saloon in the village of Vallejo Mills (now part of Niles.)

He was a bitter partisan of the South and early in the war, he hoisted the American flag upside down on the pole in front of his hotel. The story is that “Old Mr. Harlan” saw the flag and was deeply insulted. He grabbed an axe, confronted Jordan in his saloon and ordered him to “right the flag” or he would cut down the pole. Jordan quickly obeyed and righted the flag.

The Guard accepted invitations to parades, drills and shooting contests in Hayward and San Jose.

They even granted the free use of the Armory to the Ladies of Alvarado for a Christmas party. The guards never fired a shot in anger and disbanded in 1869.

Feelings for the union were so strong that many patriotic events were held. The Fourth of July celebration in 1863 drew complaints from nearby towns because the people of Alvarado fired their cannon too often. The next year the gun blew up and sliced the skirts off Captain Benson’s coat. Bazaars were held to raise funds to assist sick and wounded soldiers.

By 1868 it was considered safe and not necessary to have military units so they were mustered out of service. The war was finally over.

PHILIP HOLMES PEEK INTO THE PAST www.museumoflocalhistory.org

Contributions to the sick and wounded

Photos courtesy of The Museum of Local History

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Ohlone Humane Society

It’s the law! Or it should be

BY NANCY LYON

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his is National Be Kind to Animals Month, a great sentiment that raises the question “Why just one month… why not all year long?”

Unfortunately, it sometimes becomes necessary to advance the cause of kindness and responsibility to our non-human friends by creating laws to protect their welfare. It’s to this end that legislation is brought before our state and national representatives in pursuit of their safety and wellbeing. Compassion, it seems, must sometimes be mandated by the law.

Paw PAC, a highly respected political action committee for animals, has compiled its current alert that critiques California animal welfare and environmental legislation as it plows through the political minefield. The following bills are still in the process of being considered by your elected representatives in the State Senate and Assembly and have been selected from a list of current bills either supported or opposed by PAW PAC and OHS: California Assembly bills AB 376 by Paul Fong re: Sharks: SUPPORT Prohibits possession and sale of shark fins To Be Heard: Assembly Floor Tell legislators that shark populations are threatened by the practice of catching sharks, cutting off fins and throwing the rest back into the sea to die a slow lingering death. Sharks are a vital part of the world eco-system and the horribly cruel practice of finning is a critical factor in the decline of the shark population impacting the long term health of our oceans.

AB 606 by Mike Gatto re: Hunting: OPPOSE Requires the Wildlife Conservation Board to allow hunting on land under their jurisdiction To Be Heard: Senate Natural Resources Tell legislators AB 606 is a power grab by hunters to gain control of our state’s land, wildlife and the Wildlife Conservation Board.

AB 258 by Curt Hagman re: Rabies: SUPPORT Allows exemption of rabies shot requirement for dogs with medical conditions as determined annually by a veterinarian. Dogs cannot be off leash and cannot meet with any other dog who does not have the shot.

To Be Heard: Assembly Floor Tell legislators that a rabies shot can sometimes compromise a dog’s health.

California Senate bills SB 425 by Ron Calderon re: Animal Fighting SUPPORT Establishes minimum fines for dog/cock fighting and allows property forfeitures for cock fighting as is currently provided for dog fighting.

To Be Heard: Senate Floor Tell legislators minimal fines are considered the cost of doing business. Increased fines and property forfeiture will enhance compliance and enforcement.

SB 917 by Ted Lieu re: Cruelty and Animal Sales SUPPORT Makes criminal penalties consistent (possible felonies) for animal abuse and prohibits sales of animals on streets, parking lots, highways, carnivals, and boardwalks.

To Be Heard: Senate Floor, May 23 If passed, it will go to the Assembly Public Safety Committee Tell legislators penalties should be clear and consistent to assist enforcement. Animals sold on streets and parking lots commonly come from puppy mills in Mexico.

A number of important bills that have fiscal impact on the State budget were moved to the suspense file where Senate bills will be reviewed on May 26 and Assembly bills May 27. The following bills were relegated to the suspense file: AB 1117 by Cameron Smyth re: Cruelty SUPPORT Strengthens existing law on confiscation and holding animals in cruelty cases, allowing a Judge to prohibit possession of animals by those guilty of cruelty. A Prosecutor will be able to sever an abuser’s property rights. AB 1117 would help keep animal abusers away from animals and help confiscated animals from being held for months as court evidence.

AB 1162 by Wes Chesbro re: Poaching SUPPORT Would increase the maximum fine to $40,000 for poaching wildlife using artificial light or bait for poaching trophy deer, elk, antelope, bighorn sheep or wild turkey.

It also creates a new crime for using a “signal emitting device” when poaching bears to sell their parts. Poaching is highly lucrative and fines are a cost of doing business.

The fines should be raised to be a meaningful fiscal penalty.

AB 164 by Joe Simitian re: Endangered Species Tax Check-Off SUPPORT Extends the Rare and Endangered Species Program tax check-off to 2018.

Programs such as the Spay/Neuter CheckOff, have been very successful as public efforts to protect animals - wild and domestic.

AB 564 by Cameron Smyth re: Spay/Neuter Tax Check-Off SUPPORT Re-authorizes the tax check-off for spay/neuter and requires tax preparers to tell clients about the opportunity to donate to the fund for spay/neuter. Tell legislators the check-off is a great way for tax payers to fight pet overpopulation.

SB 752 by Tom Berryhill re: Hunting OPPOSE Requires the Department of Fish and Game to accept donations for hunting organizations when selling hunting licenses.

It would create a bad precedent for any licensed special interest to make a government agency become a repository for donations to those organizations.

This year in California, many animal protection bills failed to find elected officials with the courage and independence needed to author them. Faced with predictably strong opposition from vested interests such as hunters, live animal markets and agriculture, the bills become political hot potatoes; animals and the environment become victims in the game of politics.

For a comprehensive list of current California bills, analyses, and votes, visit www.leginfo.ca.gov. You can subscribe to view bills and receive email updates on them. Paw PAC’s legislative email alerts are available by emailing info@pawpac.org or calling (510) 222-2236.

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www.ohlonehumanesociety.org Hundreds of healthy, adoptable animals are available at the TriCity Animal Shelter and other local shelters and rescue organizations. Visit www.petfinder.com where you can enter your city or zip code and search by breed, size, gender and other criteria.

Nearly 12,500 rescue groups list more than a quarter-million animals available for adoption. Please save one today.

HOW CAN WE MISS YOU IF YOU DON'T GO AWAY Departing?

Embarking?

Saddling Up? Just got back?

We're looking for good writers to share their travel experiences with our readership.

If you're interested, email me and let's "talk." denny@tricityvoice.com Denny Stein, Travel Editor

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Top economist warns of dangers in US debt fight

BY MATTHEW CRAFT ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER NEW YORK CITY (AP), May 16 - Kenneth Rogoff never intended to be a political actor. But since the financial crisis hit, politicians and pundits have evoked the Harvard economist's research when warning about the perils of borrowing too much.

Expect to hear his name even more between now and August 2. That's the deadline the Treasury Dept. has given Congress for raising the federal government's debt ceiling without risking a default.

Rogoff's research with fellow economist Carmen Reinhart found that recovering from a financial crisis often takes longer than anyone expects. Deep debts weigh on economic growth, making countries vulnerable to another blow. “It's like being a little more run down,” he says. “It's easier to get sick.”

Rogoff and Reinhart also revealed that when a country's debt surpasses 90 percent of its economy, the economy often turns sluggish. The U.S. is now at 96 percent.

These findings, written in the pair's 2009 bestseller, “This Time is Different: Eight Centuries of Financial Folly,” have taken on a life of their own in political circles. When you hear Republican leaders like Rep. Paul Ryan say the U.S. needs to slash spending, they often quote Rogoff's work.

For his part, Rogoff doesn't believe the country's debt trouble can be solved quickly or through deep spending cuts. “You just can't do this overnight,” he says. “If we tighten too fast, we would slam growth.”

Rogoff, 58, served as the International Monetary Fund's chief economist for two years and as an adviser to John McCain's 2008 presidential campaign.

In graduate school at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Rogoff befriended Ben Bernanke, the current chairman of the Federal Reserve.

In an interview with The Associated Press, Rogoff talked about the debt ceiling, mistakes made in the Fed's $600 billion stimulus effort and his obsession with chess. Here are edited excerpts: Q: The U.S. hit the $14.3 trillion debt ceiling today, and now the Treasury is moving cash around to stave off default till August. What's that mean for markets?

A: I don't think it means anything immediately, but it doesn't seem like any way to run the government. I think they should raise the debt ceiling unconditionally, despite the fact that some reforms are desperately needed. When you're the world's biggest debtor there are repercussions when you take it to the brink and scare people (with the idea) that you just might consider a default.

Q: You're not in favor of the artificial cap, or debt ceiling, because it threatens creditors. But debt is still your biggest worry about the economy, yes?

A: The greatest concern at the moment is the huge debt overhang. All U.S. government debt, including state and local, is higher than at the end of World War II. But equally significantly, private debt (like mortgages and credit cards) is almost at its all-time high. If you combine the two, there's never been anything like it.

Q: What's the risk in the U.S. having so much debt? Other countries, like Japan, have larger debt burdens.

A: It doesn't automatically cause a crisis, but it certainly weighs on the recovery. Very roughly speaking, when a country has public debt over 90 percent of income, growth is about 1 percent lower for a very long time. continued on page 31

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Analysis: Romney makes tough choice on health care

BY CHARLES BABINGTON ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON (AP), May 13 - Republican Mitt Romney faces a deeply unpleasant choice in his all-but-announced bid for the White House. He signaled Thursday that he'd rather be charged with inspiring President Barack Obama's health care overhaul than with switching positions on a fourth big issue that's vital to conservative voters.

Either accusation, if it sticks, might deny him the GOP nomination. Conservatives despise Obama's 2010 health care law, especially the requirement that everyone obtain medical insurance. That same requirement is a cornerstone of the 2006 Massachusetts law that Romney championed as governor. Many advisers have urged Romney to apologize, say he made a big mistake and move on.

But voters of almost every stripe dislike political flip-floppers. And that puts Romney in a different jam.

As he shifted from Massachusetts governor to a Republican presidential hopeful, he reversed his stands on abortion laws, gay rights and gun laws. Flipping on a fourth big issue might undo him.

So Romney has decided to stick with a sometimes confusing, legalistic defense of the ground-breaking health law he enacted in Massachusetts. In a 29-minute talk and slide show Thursday in Michigan, he tried to make a political virtue of his campaign necessity.

“A lot of pundits around the nation are saying that I should just stand up and say this whole thing was a mistake, that it was just a bone-headed idea and I should just admit it,” Romney told a room of college Republicans. “There's only one problem with that: It wouldn't be honest. I, in fact, did what I believe was right for the people of my state.”

There's the rub for Romney. If mandated insurance coverage was right for the state he governed, how can it be so terribly wrong for the nation Obama oversees?

Romney said Massachusetts' health care system differed from those in Montana, Mississippi and elsewhere. Yet he described a commonplace problem: People realized they could receive free emergency medical care without buying health insurance, forcing others to pick up the tab.

“This was what we call the free-rider problem,” he said. “It wasn't a large number, but a growing number.”

Through taxes or higher medical fees, other state residents were unfairly forced to subsidize these free riders, Romney said. So the state enacted a law “that said either have insurance, or we're going to charge you” a fair share. The charge wasn't huge, he said, but enough to be “a pretty big incentive to encourage people to get insured.” continued on page 31

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BY ADAM WEINTRAUB ASSOCIATED PRESS SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP), May 20 - California's unemployment rate dropping below 12 percent for the first time in nearly two years marks a milestone in the state's economic recovery, but the road ahead is still long and bumpy, economists say.

The April jobless rate of 11.9 percent, announced Friday by the state Employment Development Department, declined for the fourth straight month and is the lowest rate since August 2009, but it came amid tepid and uneven job growth that lagged behind the rest of the nation.

Job growth and economic recovery matter not only to the unemployed, but to governments and public services from one end of California to the other. Personal income taxes are a major source of state revenue; a recovery with little job growth has implications for state and local budgets for years to come.

The jobless rate has dropped 0.5 percentage point in a year, from 12.4 percent in April 2010, but mostly because there are fewer people in California's estimated labor force than there were a year ago.

While the state is adding jobs, many construction, finance and retail workers idled by the 2008 housing bust and recession have not seen work return in their in-

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dustries. The recovery is mainly being felt along the Pacific Coast and in skilled professions.

“Dipping below 12 percent is not that meaningful and continues to reflect a labor force that has shrunk,” said Jeff Michael, director of the Business Forecasting Center at the University of the Pacific's business school in Stockton. “The economy is generating jobs again, but at a very slow pace.”

The most robust job growth is in sectors that demand specialized skills, such as technology, and concentrated in Silicon Valley, Orange County and other coastal urban centers. Unemployed workers in the Central Valley and Inland Empire, whose skills are a bad fit for those growth industries, continue to struggle.

“California's economic output is at a level equivalent to where it was before the recession, but we're doing it with fewer people,” said Chris Thornberg, a founding partner with Beacon Economics.

Some of those idled in the downturn may never find work again in their old fields and need training to enter new industries, he said. “This is a social crisis, not an economic one.”

Edgar Calderon, of Sacramento, has been working shortterm jobs on contract and commission since he was laid off from his advertising job with a foreign language media company after the downturn. He never ap-

plied for unemployment benefits, so “I'm one of the numbers they don't count.”

Calderon said the jobless rate doesn't reflect the true employment picture because many workers are like him - employed, but underemployed, and scraping to pay their mortgage and keep up with the high price of gasoline.

“I've been working with different people, but it's not the same, and we're hurting,” he said.

“I get what I can, but it's not enough. It's not like having that check you can count on every two weeks.”

California payrolls grew overall by about 8,900 jobs in April.

The added jobs represented a tiny slice of the California economy. The state had slightly more than 14 million nonfarm payroll jobs in April, according to a survey of businesses, and that number has increased by only about 1 percent, or 144,400 jobs, since April 2010. “That's roughly keeping up with population growth,” Michael said.

Six industry sectors added jobs in April, with the biggest bump coming in leisure and hospitality, which added 12,400. Five saw declines, with the largest drop of 11,200 jobs in government.

Stephen Levy, chief economist for the Palo Alto-based Center for the Continuing Study of the California Economy, said April job growth was modest but

Skype cancels IPO to clear way for Microsoft sale AP WIRE SERVICE SAN FRANCISCO (AP), May 20 - Internet calling service Skype has cancelled

its IPO now that it's agreed to be sold to Microsoft for $8.5 billion.

Skype served notice that it was withdrawing its initial public offering of stock

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the good news might continue into May, considering the stock market's appetite for shares from LinkedIn Corp.'s initial public offering this week.

“The strong performance of LinkedIn shares is a positive sign for the state economy and for the possibility of one-time capital gains income to the state from IPOs,” Levy said.

The improving economy is already helping to shrink California's state budget deficit. Gov. Jerry Brown this week said the state will get a boost of $6.6 billion in unexpected revenue through July 2012 from higher sales, personal income and corporate tax receipts.

Both Brown's administration and the nonpartisan legislative analyst's office attribute much of the gains to California's high-income earners, who contribute more under the state's tax structure. In 2009, the top 1 percent of wage earners paid 37 percent of the state's income taxes.

Employment data can be contradictory and confusing because they are based on data collected in different ways from both employers and households. In addition, the size of the workforce can shrink when jobseekers go back to school or become discouraged, which complicates interpretation of the unemployment rate.

The employer survey captures information about payroll jobs,

in a Friday filing with regulators.

The IPO became moot last week after Skype accepted Microsoft's takeover offer.

Skype, currently owned by investment funds and eBay, had filed its plans to go public last August.

Microsoft Corp. hopes to complete the Skype purchase by year-end. It will be the

but a separate survey of households also counts self-employed workers.

That household survey for April showed an estimated 15.9 million people in California held jobs, an increase of 37,000 from March but down 21,000 since April 2010. Although the number of employed people shrank, the estimated labor force shrank more, so the jobless rate declined.

Economists tend to rely more on the payroll data, which is based on a larger sample and considered more reliable.

Nationwide, unemployment rates fell in 39 states in April, and employers added workers in 42 states.

Businesses in the U.S. have added more than 250,000 jobs a month, on average, in the past three months, the fastest hiring spree in five years. The U.S. unemployment rate has dropped nearly a full percentage point since November, but it rose slightly in April to 9 percent, in part because bad weather slowed the hiring of farm workers.

In California, about 584,000 people were receiving regular unemployment benefits during the week in April when the employment survey was conducted. That's down from about 631,000 in March and 729,000 in April 2010.

--Associated Press writer Judy Lin contributed to this report.

most expensive acquisition in Microsoft's 36-year history.

About 170 million people worldwide use Skype for video calls and phone chats.

Microsoft plans to weave Skype into its Outlook e-mail, software for mobile phones and xBox 360 video game console.

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Annette Hoffman-Walker

BY SIMON WONG Dr. Annette Hoffman-Walker was sworn in as a Hayward Unified School District (HUSD) Personnel Commissioner on May

She is Special Assistant to the Associate Vice President and Graduate Faculty Liaison for Planning, Enrollment Management, and Student Affairs at Cal State University, East Bay

families - eight years at Chabot College and the past five years at CSUEB. My commitment to public education and creating equitable learning environments in urban settings demonstrates my

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Dr. Annette Hoffman-Walker, Personnel Commissioner, Hayward Unified School District

18, 2011, following her April 22 appointment by Tom Torlakson, State Superintendent of Public Instruction. After Chabot College Trustee Dr. Hal Gin administered the oath of office, Dr. Hoffman-Walker took her seat alongside Personnel Commission Chair Lisa Glover-Gardin and Vice Chair Dr. Jose A. Lopez.

The former candidate for HUSD School Board in the November 2010 election will serve the remaining six months of her predecessor’s term before considering possible re-appointment for three years or another election campaign.

(CSUEB) where she is also a lecturer for Leadership for Equity (Doctoral Program).

Prior to her current appointment, she held senior positions at CSUEB and Holy Names University and was Project Coordinator for the Martin Luther King Jr. Papers Project at Stanford University.

“I’ve utilized both my Doctorate and Masters degrees in Education to give back to the community, lending my knowledge and skills to 18 years of progressive service in public education. I’ve spent 13 of those years in Hayward providing direct services to both students and

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A video short entitled “Freedoms in Motion,” produced by three students from James Logan High School in Union City, recently won the Judge’s Choice Award at the seventh annual Project YouthView Film Festival in Alameda.

The video, produced by students Ignatius “Iggy” Nguyen, Mei-Guang “MG” Chen and Ryan Quilala, was one of 10 finalists shown at the festival, selected from more than 60 submissions.

The three Logan students received $500, a private tour of Pixar Studios and a copy of Adobe Master Collection 5, multi-media presentation software valued at $1,600.

It was the third time that a Logan entry has reached the finals and the second time the school has won the Judges Choice Award, according to

willingness to take on leadership roles and responsibility with local, state, and national projects,” stated Hoffman-Walker.

“My appointment to the Personnel Commission is a continuation of my life’s work and passion for learning. This is all about the classified staff, rolling up our sleeves and getting the work done.

I look forward to working with my fellow commissioners over the next few months and hope we can make a real difference to the lives of those within the District, understand and meet their needs and foster relationships with the other boards that make up this District.”

James Rardin, Electronic Media Production teacher at the high school.

Judges for the finals included the popular actor William H. Macy. The Logan students “received a personal text message from him about how much he liked their video,” Mr. Rardin said.

The judges panel – which also included actor Steve Buscemi, actress Pauley Perrette, Terence Winter of HBO’s “Boardwalk Empire” and Def Jam founder and Phat Farm clothing creator Russell Simmons – made their selection based on media/technical achievement, subject area content, creativity and innovation.

Proceeds from Project YouthView benefit the multi-media programs of Alternatives in Action, an East Bay non-profit that works with youth who have leadership potential and prepares them for college, career and community. “Freedoms in Motion” can be seen on YouTube.

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Tri-City Stargazer MAY 25 – MAY 31, 2011 BY VIVIAN CAROL For All Signs: This spring Neptune, god of the sea, has entered Pisces and will remain for 14 years. So now the god of the sea is traveling in a water sign that also rules oil and gas, along with chemicals and photography, to name only a few. Neptune has a way of attacking our illusions and forcing us to see reality. It is remarkable how many obvious signals there are about our waste and abuse of the world’s waters. We have oil spills that don’t go away, we have nuclear radiation leaks, destructive fractal oil and gas developments, and methane leaks from natural gas. The god of the sea will not like what he finds here.

Aries: (Mar 21-Apr 19) This is a complicated month related to finances. You may have some difficulty figuring out exactly where you are. Leave the credit cards at home if you have worries. A "new" cycle is beginning concerning finances and you need to clarify your present condition. A fresh beginning may be occurring in relationships as well.

Taurus: (Apr 21-May 20) This is a highly significant period in your primary relationship(s). You have issues to work through and healing to do for both of you. Sidestep the temptation to drill your truth into the mind of another. If you do not share a consensus reality, then search for a higher perspective that includes both.

Gemini the Twins: (May 21— June 20) People in general may get on your nerves this week, especially if they are looking for intimate conversation. You probably need to find a good place in the natural world to go for walks or runs—use up some of that adrenalin. Avoid dwelling on old, unpleasant, memories.

Cancer: (Jun 21-Jul 20) This week could be characterized as one that requires adjustments or tradeoffs on your part. You may be compelled by circumstances to spend your time in service of a situation that you would rather not.

If you do, you may resent it. If you do not, you may feel a sense of guilt. This may plague you for 2-3 weeks, but then it is over.

Leo: (Jul 21-Aug 20) You may be concerned about a friend in need this week. Perhaps you are reminded of past experiences of “abandonment”, so you feel compelled to tend to this individual. Maybe this individual is yourself, dealing with old and painful memories of loss or hardship.

Sometimes it is necessary to focus on the hard stuff, but it won’t last long.

Virgo: (Aug 21- Sept 20) Irritability and a tendency to short temper may be your companions this week. Lovers and/or children may easily get on your nerves. Financial issues may be nagging in the back of your mind. Plow some of that adrenalin into your exercise program and you will feel better.

Libra: (Sept 21-Oct 20) You may need to concentrate in order to avoid critics, whether they be internal or external. Instead of blame, use the discipline to tackle a project that requires concentration. Use considerable care with contracts and business negotiations right now because misunderstandings may develop.

Scorpio: (Oct 21-Nov 20) You are somewhat edgy and irritable this week. Parts of your mind are scattered into so many corners that

it is hard to pull everything together. But you know clearly where boundaries need to be drawn and you are not hesitant to do so. The best of verbal warriors is concise and says what is needed, but no more.

Sagittarius: (Nov 21-Dec 20) You are bringing the conclusion to an era of activity that had its beginnings late last summer. The pace was increased late in the fall, flowing into winter and through this spring it has been topmost on your mind. It is hardly closed, but over the summer you will be turning your attention to positive changes in your employment.

Capricorn: (Dec 21-Jan 20) This is a good week to concentrate on a challenging mental project. It will work better for you if you are revising, editing, or itemizing details. If you are producing a creative work, you are likely to be overly critical of the outcome. The Critic may advise, but it should not be allowed to condemn your efforts.

Aquarius: (Jan 21-Feb 20) There is interference in your forward motion related to home, family, or property concerns. People’s schedules are not cooperating with your plans. More favorable aspects point toward short trips, activities concerning children or lovers or the pursuit of your creative interests.

Pisces: (Feb 21-Mar 20) You may have an intuitive sense that something in your diet or routine medications are not good for you, even though it has been there forever.

Perhaps the culprit is something that is normally in your environment that you can no longer phys-

ically tolerate. Begin a process of tracking it down and eliminating it from your life. You will feel better.

Are you interested in a personal horoscope?

Vivian Carol may be reached at (704) 366-3777 for private psychotherapy or astrology appointments (fee required).

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Police Explorers honored SUBMITTED BY SGT. DARYL SEQUEIRA, MILPITAS PD PHOTO COURTESY OF MILPITAS PD

All-Day restaurantstyle dining services, a fabulous cafe and room service on request serve residents who are on the go or those ready to relax at the end of the day. The richly appointed common areas, library, game room, and patio complete the total living experience.

Healthy Lifestyles Seminar

Wednesday, June 8th 11am - 1pm Enjoy healthy food demonstrations, blood pressure clinic, fitness classes and healthy lifestyle presentations. RSVP by June 6th.

Explorer Programs offer young men and women the opportunity to learn firsthand the duties and

Canada College in Redwood City and included a full day of training, scenario competitions, and other law enforcement-related events.

The event also included static vehicle displays, a S.W.A.T team rescue demonstration, K9 demonstrations.

First, second and third place awards were given out in each of

won the first place trophy in Traffic Accident Investigation. Explorers responded to a non-injury collision and were graded on responsibility assignment at the scene. They were judged for their investigative techniques; interviewing drivers and occupants skills and for documentation of the information.

From left to right: (back row) Jaskirat Singh, Brian Thanh, Anthony DeRosa, Henry Pan, Daniel Sevilla, Robin Sharma (Front row) Samantha Kraft, Komal Kaur, Tiffany Santellano, Mercedez Cruz

responsibilities of a police officer.

Milpitas Police Explorers are young adults, ages 14 to 20, who have an interest in law enforcement and volunteer their time to assist the Milpitas Police Department and City of Milpitas during special events.

Ten Milpitas Police Explorers attended the 2011 “Leaders of Tomorrow” Law Enforcement Explorer Team Competition sponsored by Chief’s and Sheriff’s Association of San Mateo County. Thirty-one police departments with over two hundred Police Explorers from Northern California, Central California and Las Vegas, Nevada attended the event on Saturday, April 30.

The competition was held at

the four individual events and each of the nine team scenarios. The Explorers were randomly given their assignments upon check-in, so they were unable to prepare for specific events but were required to be prepared for all of the events. Milpitas Police Explorers did an outstanding job and returned home with four awards, winning the most awards that they have ever won in any competition.

Explorer Anthony DeRosa won a first place trophy in the Police Physical Performance event which consisted of a running start obstacle course, hurdle; cone pattern; 6' wall and dummy drag.

Explorers Jaskirat Singh, Anthony DeRosa and Komal Kaur

Explorers Brian Thanh, Tiffany Santellano and Henry Pan won the second place trophy in Hostage Negotiations. They were scored on the effectiveness of establishing contact with the suspect, responding to the suspect's demands and resolving the incident within an allotted time.

Explorer Jaskirat Singh won a third place trophy in the Sample Entry Level Police Officer Written Examination which all of the explorers were required to participate in. The Explorers were trained by Officer Gene Smith, Officer Asim Qureshi and Milpitas Police Officers and Reserve Officers Dennis Kraft, Kris Strauss and Kevin Jackson.

Foundation scholarship recipients announced SUBMITTED BY IVY WU Citizens for Better Community (CBC) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2011 CBC Foundation Scholarships as follows: 1. American High: Debra Bilodeau 2. Irvington High: Rajeswari Ramanathan 3. Kennedy High: Hannah Elizabeth Stephens 4. Mission San Jose High: Vishal Yadav 5. Washington High: Tessa Thym 6. Washington High: Ahmed Syed

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CBC Foundation is a 501(c) (3) federal tax exempt organization established by a group of Chinese Americans who want to bring more awareness and appreciation of their culture to the community. Additionally, their goal is to inspire the Chinese American population to get more involved and contribute to the community-at-large mainly in the areas of education, health and business.

Starting this year, CBC Foundation has decided to offer six $1,000 scholarships to six graduating seniors - representing the various high schools in Fremont Unified School District.

To be eligible, applicants must have an un-weighted high school GPA of 3.0 or above and be admitted to an accredited college. Students need to demonstrate good moral character traits such as Respect, Responsibility, Compassion, Courage, Honesty, Integrity, Self-Control, Perseverance, Trustworthiness, Gratitude, etc., that are developed through trials in life.

All of the recipients have met the stated criteria, and have clearly shown strong moral strength.

Since there were no applicants from Robertson High School, the remaining $1,000 is being awarded to the student with the next highest qualification. The scholarship awards will be presented during the Fremont Unified School Board meeting on Wednesday, June 8 at 6:30 p.m., 3300 Capitol Avenue.

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SUBMITTED BY BARBARA LEWIS In an effort to meet the increased need among low-income students in the San Francisco Bay Area, Family Giving Tree (http://www.familygivingtree.org

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), seeks 100 additional host organizations to participate in its 16th Annual Back to School Drive. One hundred new hosts will enable the nonprofit to reach its goal of sending 20,000 disadvantaged children off to school next fall with the tools they need to be successful, backpacks filled with school supplies.

From 2008 through 2010, the number of children in need grew significantly with 22,500 additional Bay Area children becoming eligible for the Federal Free and Reduced-Price Meal program in the four primary counties Family Giving Tree serves, Alameda, Santa Clara, San Mateo and San Francisco. This represents a 9.7 percent increase.

With additional host participation, Family Giving Tree

will be able to serve approximately 2,000 more school children than in 2010. Last year, the program benefited 18,000 students at 117 schools and human services agencies.

“The bottom line is that the more host companies participate,

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the more children we can serve,” says Family Giving Tree COO David BrattonKearns. “Our Back-toSchool drive is a simple and easy way for hosts to benefit their communities, involve their employees and/or customers in a fun and affirming project, and enable more kids to start back to school with a smile on their faces and the confidence that they are prepared to learn.”

The Back to School Drive operates much like Family Giving Tree’s Holiday Wish program. Wish cards are sent to host companies and organizations to be displayed on colorful posters, which Family Giving Tree provides. Individuals may take a card and shop for a new backpack and fill it with the recommended school supplies or donate money by mail or online at familygivingtree.org for purchase of the items by Family Giving Tree. The backpacks are

collected, sorted at warehouse space donated by NVIDIA, and distributed to low-income students via teachers and school service agencies.

Companies and organizations interested in becoming hosts for the 2011 Back to School Drive may contact Host Coordinator Alex Ralston at (408) 946-3111, extension 218, or register online at familygivingtree.org. A Back to School Drive kick-off breakfast for all hosts will take place on Wednesday, May 25 at the Santa Clara Convention Center.

Family Giving Tree Back to School Breakfast Wednesday, May 25 8 a.m.

Santa Clara Convention Center, Santa Clara Great America Meeting Rooms 1-3 5001 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara (408) 946-3111, ext 218 Familygivingtree.org

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(Left to right): At the Smithsonian Museum, Coach Peter Geschke, Mo Luo, Raymond Liu, Jo Melville (Captain), Adi Jung, and Audrey Huang.

SUBMITTED BY ADI JUNG PHOTO COURTESY OF DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Editor’s Note: Adi Jung is a member of the MSJHS Science Bowl team and in this article he writes about the team’s recent participation in the national competition, held April 30 – May 2.

Mission San Jose High School (MSJHS) had a wonderful time at the Science Bowl Nationals, and we were able to meet other students interested in science from all over the country; we will remember many of them for a long time. Our team not only had the opportunity to compete, but also toured parts of Washington DC, including the Smithsonian museums.

Following the tours, a secondary competition, the division team challenge, occurred. All teams were assigned a division, and each division represented a subject of science. Then, all the teams in each division competed against one another in a form of test related to their division’s subject. Our team, MSJHS, was able to place 1st in the Biology division, earning $500 for our school’s science department.

After the division team challenge, the actual competition began, with all the teams in the division competing to be ranked in their division. Only the top two teams from each division would go to the next round. Our team ranked second in our division, only behind Mira Loma High School, which would go on to win the entire competition. MSJHS was then able to proceed to the double elimination rounds, which earned us another $1,000 for our science department, in addition to the $500 from the previous team challenge.

We ended up tying for ninth place with three other teams, after winning one of the double elimination matches and then losing the subsequent two. All three of our double elimination matches were extremely close, and came down to the final question in each round. The Science Bowl competition was a wonderful educational experience for all of the student teams.

SUBMITTED BY RICK LA PLANTE A recount of ballots from the special election to decide Measure B was completed recently, confirming that the emergency funding measure for the New Haven Unified School District was defeated by a handful of votes.

The recount identified one additional yes vote, according to Richard Valle, chairman of the Measure B campaign committee, bringing the final total to 7,852 in favor and 3,967 opposed, an approval percentage of 66.44. The measure needed 66.67 to pass.

Measure B, a $180 parcel tax for four years, would have raised approximately $3 million annually to minimize class size increases and reductions to the school year and to fund afterschool activities.

Superintendent Kari McVeigh thanked Mr. Valle for leading the recount effort. She also thanked him again for his campaign efforts, as well as those of New Haven Teachers Association President Charmaine Kawaguchi and the dozens of other teachers, students and parents who worked for Measure B.

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Government Briefs City Council summaries do not include all business transacted at the noted meetings. These outlines represent selected topics and actions. For a full description of agendas, decisions and discussion, please consult the website of the city of interest: Fremont (www.ci.fremont.gov), Hayward (www.hayward-ca.gov), Milpitas (www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov), Newark (www.ci.newark.ca.us), Union City (www.ci.union-city.ca.us).

Fremont City Council Fremont City Council May 17, 2011 Cancelled

Newark City Council Newark City Council May 12, 2011

Presentations: Mayor Smith introduced newly hired Maintenance Superintendent Bob Costa.

Newark named Tree City USA for the twenty-fourth consecutive year by National Arbor Day foundation. Proclamation accepted by Maintenance Supervisor Carey.

May 15-21, 2011 designated National Emergency Medical Services Week. Proclamation accepted by Chief Caminada.

May 15-21, 2011 designated National Police Week. Proclamation accepted by Commander Tom Milner.

May 15-21, 2011 designated National Public works Week.

Proclamation accepted by Bob Costa.

Consent: Saviano Company, Inc. selected for Community Center Park Tennis Court Overlay.

Silicon Valley Paving, Inc. selected for Mayhews Landing Park Baseball Court Renovation and Handball Wall Removal.

Authorized City's Board Member on Southern Alameda County Geographic Information System Authority to approve Union City's withdrawal.

Non-consent: Authorization for Mayor to sign letter to Association of Bay Area Governments and Metropolitan Transportation Commission conveying comments and concerns regarding Initial Vision Scenario.

Oral Communications: Mission Peak Fly Anglers Club event: Intro to Fly Fishing on Saturday, May 21, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Niles Banquet Hall.

Council Matters: Meeting adjourned in remembrance of James Neil Bridges: Nov. 4, 1946 - May 6, 2011, an active member of the Newark community. Bridges served in Special Forces as a Green Beret, Medic and Ranger.

He retired in 2009 as Cardiovascular Technician and Medical Specialist at Kaiser Hospital after discharge in 1972 from the Presidio, San Francisco.

Adjournment: Adjourn to closed session to discuss labor negotiations with represented employee organizations and related matters regarding unrepresented employee groups.

Mayor David Smith Yes Vice Mayor Luis Freitas Yes Ana Apodaca Absent Alan Nagy Yes Alberto Huezo Absent

Hayward City Council Hayward City Council May 17, 2011 Police Honor Guard presented Colors Proclaimed May 10-16, 2011, as National Police Week and May 15, 2011, as Peace Officers’ Memorial Day. Presentations: Hayward Police Department received Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) accreditation; presented by CALEA Commission Chair, Lou Dekmar, Chief of LaGrange PD, Georgia.

Annual Recycling Poster and Essay Contest Awards.

Consent: Approved plans and specifications and called for bids for sewer replacement at Linden, Madrone and Beech St. easement areas. Estimated project cost is $300,000 which is included in the FY 2011 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).

The city will contact affected property owners with project details and expected schedule.

Awarded construction contract for pavement repairs (D St., Huntwood Ave., Industrial Pkwy SW and Second St.) to Top Grade Construction, Inc. in the sum of $1,569,740 and appropriated $146,000 from the Street Systems Improvement Fund to complete the project. Total cost, including Design & Administration and Inspection & Testing phases, estimated at $1,777,058. The FY 2012 CIP budget includes $1.631M; however, the city will be reimbursed $1.336M from federal funds administered by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC).

Awarded construction contract to Gallagher & Burke, Inc. for Measure B [half-cent transportation sales tax administered by the Alameda County Transportation Commission] pavement rehabilitation in the amount of $929,392 and appropriated an additional $150,000 from the Measure B Tax Fund (Local Transportation). This Fund covers the total estimated project cost of $1.15M as part of the FY 2011 CIP. Work is scheduled to start on July 5 and complete on September 26, 2011.

Conveyed Council’s feedback on the Initial Vision Scenario to the Association of Bay Area Governments and to the MTC. Approved plans and specifications and called for bids for pavement reconstruction of taxiway E and East T-Hangar Zipperlane at Hayward Executive Airport. The FY 2011 CIP includes $900,000, the estimated project cost, in the Airport Capital Improvement Fund.

Approved the issue of $7M of taxable Airport Facility Revenue Bonds (30-year term with variable interest rates) by the California Statewide Communities development Authority to enable Hayward FBO LLC to purchase Atlantic Aviation’s fixed-based operations at Hayward Executive Airport.

The city is not liable for these bonds.

Rezoned property at the southwest corner of B and Grand Streets regarding Eden Housing’s proposed 22 affordable, senior housing units.

Accepted the resignation of Carole Bates Peck from the Keep Hayward Clean and Green Task Force.

Legislative Business: Approved negotiations to establish a joint powers authority and joint powers agreement with BART to facilitate and administer access and parking in the vicinity of South Hayward and Downtown Hayward BART stations. Council requested all relevant documents before full approval.

Introduced revisions to Municipal Code deleting or updating references to affirmative action per Proposition 209, including renaming the Personnel and Affirmative Action Committee as the Personnel Commission; clarifying the latter’s role and responsibilities in relation to the city’s Charter, respectively renaming the Personnel Director and Personnel Department as Human Resources Director and Human Resources Department; clarifying language for classifications and salary plans.

Considered and adopted a resolution supporting proposed designation of St. Rose Hospital and San Leandro Hospital as district hospitals under the authority of Eden Township Healthcare District.

Public Comment: Charlie Peters, Clean Air Performance Professionals, brought to Council’s attention proposed federal legislation that would provide petroleum refineries with tax relief for adding ethanol to gasoline. Gas prices should fall; burning less fossil fuel will be cleaner. Also visit www.dmv.ca.gov for latest regulations governing smog checks.

Ed Bogue invited the public to support the Tip-a-Cop event on May 26 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Applebee’s, 24011 Southland Dr., Hayward. Funds raised will go to the Special Olympics.

Eden Housing’s Walker Landing project has won a World Habitat Award for its use of the city’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance and resident services. Linda Mandolini, Eden Housing’s Executive Director, presented Council with a plaque, adding that the city’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance is a nationwide model.

Mayor Michael Sweeney – Yes Barbara Halliday – Yes Olden Henson – Yes Marvin Peixoto – Yes Bill Quirk – Yes Mark Salinas – Yes Francisco Zermeno - Yes

Milpitas City Council Milpitas City Council May 17, 2011 Presentations Proclaimed May 15-21 as Public Works Week and May 2011 as Older Americans Month.

Presented Certificates of Appreciation to 11 businesses that supported the April 6 disaster drill at Randall School.

Consent Awarded construction contract to Hometown Construction, Inc., which submitted the lowest bid at $404,906, to replace the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system in the Community Center. This amounts to 1.2 percent of the engineer’s estimate of $400,000. Authorized a $60,000 construction contingency to limit potential claims, delays or risks to the city to expedite project completion.

Approved letter of support for SB 568 restricting the use of polystyrene food containers.

Approved a comment letter, drafted by the Transportation and Land Use Subcommittee, on the Altamont Corridor Rail Project Alternative Analysis Report opposing the proposed high-speed commuter railway’s three alternate routes and aerial tracks running though the city.

Approved two-year lease agreement, from June 1, 2011 to June 30, 2013, with the Milpitas Food Pantry at 1440 South Main Street.

Accepted the Santa Clara County Health Department’s “Communities Putting Prevention to Work” (CPPW) grant of $53,138 which will be used to strengthen anti-smoking provisions in certain public places and implement direct enforcement involving decoy youth and sting operations. Also approved budget appropriation of $21,777 for the Police Department overtime budget and $9,380 for Police Department supplies budget from the grant revenue.

Authorized the City Manager to execute an agreement with Santa Clara County for the distribution of 2010 Emergency Management Performance Grant funds. The $10,800 grant is for emergency management training for the Milpitas Office of Emergency Services (OES) and to fund technological equipment for the Emergency Operations Center.

Approved plans and specifications and authorized advertisement for bid proposals for Street Slurry Seal 2011.

The project will provide a rubberized slurry seal and new pavement markings and re-surface the street. The City Engineer’s estimate for the project is $600,000 and will cover 11 streets selected for the sealant.

Awarded contract to Preston Pipelines Inc., estimated to cost $2.2M, to replace approximately 4,600 linear feet of 16-inch diameter water main and service laterals in South Milpitas Blvd. The project is designed to protect the water system in the event of a major earthquake and will also include flexible pipe joints, ductile iron pipe, high-line risers and additional isolation valves from Calaveras Blvd. to Yosemite Dr. The Add Alternate bid item for seven cathodic protection systems on water

valves on Los Coches St.to reduce corrosion and deterioration of the valves; total cost of the project to $2.46M. Bids and Contracts City Manager to execute a solar power purchase agreement with Ecoplexus, Inc. Milpitas is part of a Purchase Power Agreement (PPA) to purchase solar power from Ecoplexus, Inc. over a 20-year period. As part of the agreement, Ecoplexus Inc. would own the solar panel installations and would construct, maintain and operate the photovoltaic power system; the contract also allows for Ecoplexus Inc. to remove the solar panels if they do not perform according to standards. The Milpitas Library Garage and Gibraltar Water Pump Station will receive solar panels; other cityowned buildings and facilities are under consideration for solar panel installation.

Council approved Amendment No. One to the Subdivision Improvement Agreement for Fairfield Murphy Ranch. The developer is in the process of selling the town-homes project to Lyons Development Group, and has requested several Fairfield obligations be amended, while ensuring all required public improvements will be constructed.

These changes include: storm drain bypass line, Bellew pump stations, Coyote Creek Trail access and townhome development. (3 YES votes, 1 NO vote Esteves).

Public Forum Lynn Chamberlain, childcare health consultant and registered nurse, advocated retention of the City of Milpitas Childcare Coordinator position (20 hours) instead of its termination, as did Marie Pham.

Andrae Macapinlac, Senior Field Representative for Assemblyman Bob Wieckowski, mentioned the Assemblyman’s first annual Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Leadership Awards luncheon, held on May 13, 2011, to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and honor 10 Asian American leaders in the 20th Assembly District. Honorees included Dr. Demetrio Nitafan, a Milpitas resident and Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus Council 5796, who chairs the annual Thanksgiving meal for the hungry at St. John the Baptist Parish.

Council was urged to re-open the pre-school program. According to the speaker, who did not identify herself, there are no other comparable services available based on price and teacher-student ratios.

Robert Marini argued the city is in violation of Proposition 218 (Right to Vote on Taxes Act), Section 6(b), which mandates that fees not exceed the “cost of service,” with increased water and sewer rates. According to City Attorney Ogaz, the Prop. 218 process was properly utilized; he is confident the city has abided by the law.

Mayor Jose Esteves Yes Vice-Mayor Pete McHugh Debbie Giordano Jose Gomez, Jr. Althea Polanski

Yes Yes Absent Yes

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Ochoa school grows a garden!

SUBMITTED BY CLAUDIA MEDINA PHOTOS BY ACOE PROJECT EAT STAFF In partnership with ACOE’s (Alameda County Office of Education’s) Project EAT and the Hayward Library, Ochoa Middle School families and students, as well as community volunteers and a local church group, came out to cultivate and celebrate the school’s spring garden. Over the course of the day, the entire garden was planted for spring and mulched. Volunteers and families left with free seeds and plant starts, donated from Baker Creek Seeds and Terra Bella Family Farms. Students enjoyed sharing the importance of healthy eating and how simple it could be to prepare fresh food from the garden. For more information, visit www.projecteat.com.

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$ = Entrance or Activity Fee R= Reservations Required Schedules are subject to change.

Call to confirm activities shown in these listings.

Wednesday, May 25

Saturday, May 28

Saturday, May 28

Mission Gold Jazz Band

Corn Mosaic $

Little Planet Helpers $

7 - 9 p.m.

2 - 3 p.m.

2 - 4 p.m.

Danceable Dixieland music

Mosaic making with colorful Indian corn

Interactive activities and games

Swiss Park 5911 Mowry Ave., Newark (510) 657-0243 Wednesday, May 25

Bollywood Dance Workshop

7 p.m.

Learn simple dance moves (for all ages)

Milpitas Library 160 North Main St., Milpitas (408) 262-1171 Thursday, May 26

The Curry Club

4 – 5 p.m.

Great Mall 447 Great Mall Dr., Milpitas (408) 956-2033 Sunday, May 29

Saturday, May 28

Nature Drawing for Adults

Rite Aid Fundraiser

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Learn the basics of sketching nature

Benefiting Children's Hospital

Rite Aid 1650 Decoto Rd., Union City (510) 429-0162

Don Edwards Visitor Center 1 Marshlands Rd., Fremont (510) 792-4275 Sunday, May 29

Saturday, May 28

Afternoon Fun and Games $

Cattail Mats with a Twist $R

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Book talk and signing by local author Risha Krishna

1 - 2 p.m.

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1401

Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797

Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220

Thursday, May 26

Saturday, May 28

Sunday, May 29

Adventure Under the Sea

Fremont Area Writer Club Meeting

StarStruck Theatre's Fundraiser $

Open house, exhibits and presentations

2 - 4 p.m.

5:30 - 10 p.m.

Newark Memorial High School 39375 Cedar Blvd., Newark http://nmhsmast.webs.com/

Discussion and novel read from novelist and poet Tony R. Rodriguez

Western BBQ, line dancing, bull riding and auctions

DeVry University Campus 6600 Dumbarton Cir., Fremont (510) 791-8639

Saddle Rack 42011 Boscell Rd., Fremont (510) 453-3933

Saturday, May 28

Monday, May 30

Movie Night $

Memorial Day Ceremony

7:30 p.m.

11 a.m.

It, The New York Hat and The Danger Girl

Remembrance service, guest speaker: Maj. Gen. Gary Voellger

Niles Essanay Theater 37417 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 494-1411

Lone Tree Cemetery 24591 Fairview Ave., Hayward (510) 582-1274

Saturday, May 28

Monday, May 30

Young Rembrandts Preschool Art Class R

Flight 93 Memorial Day ceremony

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

2 p.m.

Fundamentals of drawing and tools to build skills

Remember and honor the 9/11 heroes

7 – 9 p.m.

www.bjtravelfremont.com

Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797

Thursdays -Saturdays, May 26 - Jul 15

Spring Members Show

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Greeting cards, decorative gourds, jewelry, paintings and more

Green Shutter Gallery 22654 Main St., Hayward (510) 538-2787 Friday, May 27

Open Mic

7 - 10 p.m.

Hosted by Sean Lightholder

Essanay Cafe 37533 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 792-0112 Friday, May 27

Science for Youth Lecture

4 - 5 p.m.

Make cattail mats

Stilts, tug-of-war and potato-spoon race

Union City Branch Library 34007 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City (510) 745-1464

Sugar Mill Landing Park Alvarado-Niles Rd. and Dyer St., Union City www.Flight93memorial.com Monday, May 30

Earthquakes

Saturday, May 28

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421

Archaeology Adventures $

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Free Day and Open House

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Hands on archeology activities R

Train ride, tour the Victorian farmhouse, bake cookies and more

8 p.m.

Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220

Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797

The Classical Movie Musical, 42nd Street

Saturday, May 28

Friday, May 27

Movie Musical $

Niles Essanay Theater 37417 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 494-1411 Saturday, May 28

Webelos Naturalist Program R

10 a.m. - Noon Earn your naturalist badge in two hours

Monday, May 30

Nectar Garden Fun Day $

Marsh Meander $

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

2 - 3:30 p.m.

Look for nests, busy animal parents and listen to bird calls

Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220

Crafts make compostable plant pot and meet other insects

Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220

Don Edwards Visitor Center 1 Marshlands Rd., Fremont (510) 792-4275 Saturday, May 28

Leopard Shark Feeding

11 a.m. - Noon Learn about and help feed the aquarium animals

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 670-7270

A prayer centered church of spiritually bonded friends

Unity of Fremont Sunday 10:00 AM A positive path for spiritual living

36600 Niles Blvd, Fremont

www.unityoffremont.org 510-797-5234

Taking teams now for FNYB Memorial day baseball tournament 8U, 10U and 12U. Go to FNYB.net for registration or call Bob @ 510-364-1019

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Monday, May 30

Memorial Day Service

1:30 p.m.

Remembrance service

Chapel of the Chimes 32992 Mission Blvd., Hayward (510) 471-3363 Monday, May 30

Memorial Day Program

11:30 a.m.

Remembrance service

Acacia Creek 34400 Mission Blvd., Union City (510) 441-3719

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Elements of fit-academic, social, and financial

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421

Tuesdays, through Jun 7

Tuesday, May 31

Union City Parent Project $R

Meet the Author

6:15 - 9:15 p.m.

6 p.m.

For parents of kids 10 years and older

Meet best-selling author Ayelet Waldman

Location to be announced (510) 675-5217 www.parentproject.com

Hayward Main Library 835 C St., Hayward (510) 881-7980

Through May 27

Open Event Art Exhibit

Saturday, Jun 4

Festival and Flea Market

8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Monday, May 30

Spaces available for rent

Memorial Day Observance

Cedar Boulevard Neighborhood Church 38325 Cedar Blvd., Newark (510) 791-2439

9 a.m.

Flag Plaza, City Hall 455 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 586-3210 www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov

Milpitas Library 160 North Main St., Milpitas (408) 262-1171

Continuing Events:

Exhibits

Cinema Place Gallery 1061 'B' Street, Hayward Gallery Hours: Wednesdays: Noon to 4 p.m.

Thurs., Fri., Sat.: Noon to 9 p.m.

Sundays: Noon to 4 p.m.

(510) 538-2787 www.haywardarts.org

and

Tuesday, May 31

Finding Colleges That Fit

7 - 8:30 p.m.

Sundays Saturdays, through May 31

Artwork on Display

Library Hours SoulfulArt by artist Brenda Price

SUBMITTED BY SALLY THOMAS PHOTO BY STEPHANIE RAUSSER On Tuesday, May 31, bestselling author Ayelet Waldman will appear at the Hayward Public Library, following the reading of three of her books in Library book groups this month.

Ayelet Waldman is the author of The New York Times bestseller Bad Mother: A Chronicle of Maternal Crimes, Minor Calamities and Occasional Moments of Grace. Rebecca Steinitz, in a Boston Globe review of Bad Mother wrote: "Waldman is often an astute commentator on contemporary parenting. In Sexy Witches and Cereal Boxes, she is nuanced and thoughtful about the perils of teenage sexuality and the importance of parental honesty. In So Ready to Be the Mother of a Loser, she comes to terms with the fact that her children are different from her, and she needs to parent them as they are, not as the versions of herself she thought they would be. In the book's most beautiful and powerful essay, Rocketship, she tells the story of aborting her third pregnancy after amniocentesis revealed a genetic defect, an event that caused her to rethink abortion, face her guilt, and, ultimately, heal. In each of these essays, and in others, women and mothers — friends, relatives, strangers — are supportive, thoughtful, funny, honest, even loving."

Waldman is also the author of the novels Red Hook Road; Love and Other Impossible Pursuits; Daughter's Keeper and the Mommy-Track Mysteries. Her personal essays have been published in a wide variety of news-

papers and magazines, including The New York Times, the Guardian, the San Francisco Chronicle, ELLE Magazine, Vogue, Allure, O Magazine, Harper's Bazaar, Cookie, Child, Parenting, Real Simple, Health and Salon.com. Her radio commentaries have appeared on "All Things Considered" and "The California Report.” Get more details about her writing and current projects at http://ayeletwaldman.com/ Outspoken and candid about both the personal and political, Waldman can be counted on to engage with her audience.

Whether you have read her books or not, this is a unique opportunity to find out about her work and her current projects, which

include collaborating with her husband Michael Chabon, the Pulitzer-prize winning author of The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay, to develop a show for HBO, tentatively titled “Hobgoblin.” The show "revolves around a motley group of conmen and magicians who use their skills at deception to battle Hitler and his forces during WWII." Hayward’s Book Shop on B Street will be on hand to sell books, which audience members can purchase and get signed by the author.

Author Ayelet Waldman Tuesday, May 31 6 p.m.

Hayward Public Library 835 “C” Street, Hayward (510) 881-7700

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blossoms across cultural lines and they learn what it means to be hyphenated Americans (Indo-American or Hispanic-American). “Although it’s generally based on experiences I have heard from students over the years, it is a fictionalized coming of age novel for young readers, geared for tweens and teens,” says Krishna.

She actually began writing the book back in 2005 while in South Africa for five weeks, on another Fulbright Scholarship trip. During her time there, Krishna kept a journal, which spurred on her interest in writing.

The book was completed by 2009, and the process of finding a children’s publisher kicked into gear. After the initial book deal fell through, plans were put aside for a while as the demands of life and work took over. Two years later Krishna and Neeb achieved their goal, when AuthorHouse agreed to publish the book.

“The general theme of ‘fitting in’ appeals to anyone, anytime in your life,” says Krishna. “Ashwara and Maria are proud to be their ethnicities but are not governed by their cultures.”

The book’s title pertains to the club created by Ashwara’s mother, who is worried that her daughter is becoming too American. She invites other Indian mothers and their daughters to learn about traditional cooking, food, and music. But, soon it evolves into a multi-cultural group, as other nonIndian girls and their moms join in to participate.

Krishna adds, “The girls are all coming of age and see that we are all quite the same in many respects and learn that challenges can be overcome through camaraderie.”

Several years later, as Ashwara and Maria graduate high school, they have to deal with some adversity when making decisions about college.

Stereotypes are confronted, particularly those di-

rected at Maria, by people who incorrectly assume she is from East L.A. or Mexico, just because she is Hispanic.

“The bi-cultural [and even multi-cultural] theme of the book shows we’re not part of an isolated bubble,” says Krishna. “It shows how you can be friends with anyone and embrace adversity.”

In the classes Krishna teaches, many of her students are first and second generation Americans.

She relates, “After 9/11 happened, I decided to create the Ethnic Studies Program at MSJHS, with lessons that are empowering, engaging and use critical thinking skills. It’s been my life story to get involved.”

This summer, Krishna and Principal Sandra Prairie will be taking nine students to Germany in a cultural student exchange through the University of Gottingen. The students will be staying with a family for one week and interacting with German high school students, who will hopefully visit Fremont next year.

Principal Prairie comments, “Risha Krishna is one of those teachers that is a principal’s dream – inquisitive, professional who can melt the walls of her classroom and bring the world in. A book is a natural step; seems just like breathing.”

Krishna is open for book talks and can be reached via Facebook. Her book is available at Amazon.com.

Here are two upcoming appearances: Risha Krishna: Author of The Curry Club Thursday, May 26 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Fremont Main Library, Fukaya Room 2400 Stevenson Blvd.

(510) 745-1401 Sunday, June 5 2 p.m.

Half Price Books 43473 Boscell Rd., Fremont (510) 744-0333

gether. Its strong score features “Cheek to Cheek,” “No Strings” and other songs by Irving Berlin.

July 1: Yankee Doodle Dandy Starring James Cagney in his greatest performance, as the allAmerican showman George M. Cohan, the film is packed with song and dance, including Cohan tunes such as “You’re a Grand Old Flag” and “Give My Regards to Broadway,”

July 22: On the Town

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hat do Fred Astaire, Ruby Keeler, James Cagney and Frank Sinatra have in common? They, along with Gene Kelly, Ginger Rogers and other top stars of classic American film can be seen this summer in a series of musicals being shown at the Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum in Fremont.

Each film in the series showcases a different era in movie musicals; they will be presented in the order in which they were released. “We’re very excited about being able to offer these movies they way they were meant to be seen – on a big screen and using vintage film projectors,” says museum president Dorothy Bradley.

May 27: 42nd Street The Busby Berkeley film that set a standard for visual extravagance that rivals the eye candy of modern films – all of it done without computergenerated graphics. The film stars Ruby Keeler, Warner Baxter, George Brent and Ginger Rogers, and features classic songs such as “Shuffle Off to Buffalo.”

June 10: Top Hat Starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. This film was their third on-screen pairing, and fans regard it as the best of the 10 films they made to-

A more modern musical “On The Town” stars singing heartthrob Frank Sinatra and consummate song and dance man Gene Kelly as a couple of sailors on 24-hour leave in New York City. Filmed in color and partly on location in Manhattan (a rarity for musicals at that time).

Dirk Lorenz, proprietor of Fremont Flowers, one of the local businesses sponsoring the series says, “This is a chance to bring fun, familyfriendly entertainment to Fremont at a familyfriendly price. I’m looking forward to watching Fred and Ginger dance across the screen.”

Popcorn and other snacks will be available for purchase. For more information, contact Andrew MacRae at (510) 589-5003 or the Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum at (510) 494-1411 or online at www.nilesfilmmuseum.org.

Classic Movie Musicals Friday, May 27; June 10; July 1, 22 7:30 p.m. $5 suggested donation Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum 37417 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 494-1411 or (510) 589-5003 www.nilesfilmmuseum.org

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BY JEFF WEISINGER This time, the comeback kids were outdone by another group of comeback kids. And with that said, the ride that was the 2011 Ohlone baseball season has come to its conclusion.

However, it’s still not too shabby for a team that nobody would’ve placed anywhere near the postseason when the 2011 calendar year began.

After losing a main core of the 2010 State Championship team to graduation, transferring and the MLB draft, then having coach Jordon Twohig head out to Washington to accept a job with the Huskies, Ohlone is anything but a bridesmaid.

“It was an overall experience that I’ll never forget this year and last,” said pitcher Jordan Camacho who was a member of the 2010 squad and pitched in the ninth in Sunday’s loss.

“Beginning of the year no one would have placed us in the playoffs, let alone the final four. But it feels great to do something special.”

The 2011 Ohlone Renegades were a team that has more comeback wins than anyone in the state of California, Sunday’s heartbreaking 4-1 loss to San Joaquin Delta in the second game of the CCCAA State Championship comes to most as somewhat of a surprise.

Ohlone entered last weekend’s state tournament on a roll, winning four of their last six playoff games, including a May 15 extra-inning duel against Sacramento City to earn the trip to Bakersfield.

The Renegades went in fullsteam ahead, easily taking care of Santa Ana 8-0 in the opening game of the tournament, as ace Matt Fontaine pitched a complete-game, six-hit, 11-strikeout shutout. Ohlone took full command of the game in their six-run fifth inning highlighted by a pair of two-RBI singles by Matt Owen and Joel Thys.

Ohlone’s run to a repeat continued Saturday, as they defeated San Joaquin Delta 3-2 behind a clutch comeback performance by pitcher George Asmus, who tossed another complete game, allowing two runs on five hits with eight strikeouts. He struggled early in the first, as Delta knocked the righty around for two runs on two hits, however he fought back through the eight innings after allowing just three hits from the second inning on and retired the final 12 batters to end the game.

And then came Sunday.

Delta made sure that the comeback kids out of Fremont had no shot at a comeback, rocking Ohlone starter Alika Pruitt for five runs in the second inning as Delta took a clutch 5-3 win to force a second, winner-take-all game.

Ohlone’s offense was shutdown by Delta starter Aaron Gillis as he held Ohlone to just five hits in his 7 1/3 innings of work on the mound. He held Ohlone to just one hit between the fourth and seventh inning.

“Delta just made great plays and pitches to stop our momentum with runners in scoring position,” pitcher Sheldon Shishido

explained. “We just could not manufacture the hits we needed.”

Delta’s momentum continued in the second and final game as they opened the scoring in the third inning against Renegades starter Michael Rogers as Erik Kozel scored on a double play to give Delta the initial 1-0 lead.

Rogers put up a strong fight on the mound, allowing three runs despite giving up 11 hits and striking out just one batter.

Ohlone clawed back in the fifth inning, cutting the lead to just 2-1 after Joel Thys’ RBI single, scoring Christian Weeber.

However, solid pitching by Delta starter Jeff McKenzie and timely hits in the seventh and ninth by Delta put Ohlone in the 4-1 hole that they could never get out of as McKenzie struck out Cody DeMara swinging to end the 2011 baseball year.

San Joaquin’s title comes just two years after they were the bridesmaid to Orange Coast College who won it all in 2009.

Chabot edges College of the Desert for 2011 State title Led by coach Zach Papachristos, the Chabot golf team narrowly edged the College of the Desert on Monday, May 16, by two strokes to win the 2011 CCCAA Golf State Championship, winning by a combined team score of 754-756 Ryan Thomas shot a 70 and 79 while teammates Tyler Archer and Ian Attard both shot a pair of 75’s. Casey Adams shot an 73 and 76 with Alex Calleja shooting an 82 and 78.

Mission San Jose takes De La Salle to the wire

BY BIFF JONES North Coast Section (NCS) high school boys volleyball tournament was played last week in three divisions, I, II and III based on school enrollments with I being the largest. Mission Valley Athletic League (MVAL) teams participating in the three, eightteam tournaments were Mission San Jose and James Logan high schools in DI; John F. Kennedy High School in DII; and Moreau Catholic High School in DIII. MSJ was the No.5 seed, Logan, No.7, JFK, No.6 and MC, No.7.

In a DI first round game on Tuesday, May 17, Mission hosted No.4 California High School of San Ramon and the host Warriors prevailed, 3-0, in three hard-fought games, 25-22, 2523, 25-18. Leading head coach Daniel Yang's Warriors were Jeffrey Kanemitsu with 34 assists, three blocks, two kills; Zaki Sarway 12 kills; Michael Wang 13 kills; and Alvin Zhou seven kills.

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Also, in DI on Tuesday it was Logan at No.2 Deer Valley High School of Antioch and the visitors of head coach Steve Burmaster fell 3-0; 25-21, 25-16, 25-13.

Logan ended its season at 22-12 and 7-3 in MVAL play.

Tuesday's DII action saw Kennedy travel to No.3 Northgate High School of Walnut Creek.

JFK, under head coach Arbie Estabillo, also lost 3-0; 28-26, 25-13, 25-17. Kennedy ended up 15-10 and 1-8 in the MVAL. Final round one game on Tuesday for the locals had Moreau Catholic of head coach Leah Manalo visit No.2 College Prep High School of Oakland. Moreau also ended their season with a 3-0 loss, 25-15, 25-19, 25-21 to finish 7-14 and 0-8 in MVAL. Semifinal play on Thursday, May 19, required MSJ to travel to No.1 De La Salle High School of Concord, sporting a 40-2 overall record. After De La Salle won the first game 25-13, the Warriors decided they had come

to play and won games two and three, 16-25 and 20-25.

With their backs against the wall, the host Spartans showed why they were 40-2 as they won game four, 25-15 and then took the all important rubber game, 15-8 for the 3-2 victory. Topping Mission's effort was Kanemitsu, 29 assists, three digs; Sarwary, 13 kills, six digs, two blocks, two aces; and Wang 13 kills, six digs, two blocks. MSJ finished their season 24-7, 10-0 in MVAL. All three finals (I, II, III) on Saturday, May 21, saw No. 1 play No. 2. In DI it was host De La Salle (42-2) over Deer Valley (394), 3-1; 24-26, 25-19, 25-15, 2523. DII host No.1 Campolindo High School (32-6) of Moraga over Sir Francis Drake High School (37-5) of San Anselmo, 30; 25-20, 25-12, 25-20. DIII at Benicia High School, No.1 St. Patrick/St. Vincent High School (31-5) of Vallejo over College Prep (27-7), 3-1; 25-23, 25-20, 22-25, 25-18.

Mission San Jose’s boys volleyball team remained focused through the entire NCS tournament, despite falling to De La Salle in the semifinals (photo courtesy of Daniel Yang).

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BY SIDA LU The best athletes from the North Coast Section met at Newark Memorial High School for the badminton playoffs. Mission Valley and Hayward Area athletic leagues were represented well at the tournament, with Mission San Jose the best of the best on the day.

Badminton players from Mission San Jose, Irvington, Newark Memorial and James Logan faced off in a double-elimination tournament on Saturday, May 21.

The girls singles tournament was especially dominated by the MVAL, featuring a semifinals and finals of MVAL players only.

Mission San Jose’s Lily Xu fell to Irvington’s Priyanka Shindgikar 23-21, 21-16 in the semifinals while Michelle Hoang of Newark Memorial lost to Theresa Liu of Mission San Jose 21-14, 21-13.

In the finals, Theresa Liu avenged her teammate’s loss 21-15, 21-12 to take first overall in the NCS girls singles bracket; Priyanka Shindgikar took second; and

Michelle Hoang beat out Lily Xu in the consolation bracket to take third.

Boys singles featured just three MVAL representatives: Ray Ouyang and William Cheung of Mission, and Gus Liu of Irvington, yet Cheung and Liu fought their way through the entire bracket to face each other in the finals. Cheung prevailed in the finals after dropping the first game 19-21 by storming back the next two games 21-11 and 21-14 to secure first place.

Boys doubles featured the dominance of Newark Memorial, James Logan and Mission San Jose. The Cougars duo of Stephen Chiu and Dennis Simon rolled their way to the semifinals, dominating their competition while Michael Huang and Christian Basa of James Logan rolled through their side of the bracket.

Yet it was the two Mission San Jose teams that prevailed, fighting their way to the finals from the first round and eventually placing first and second. Vincent Yang and Raymond Chen de-

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feated Binjih Lin and Derrick Long in the finals for the championship.

Mission San Jose had swept every single tournament of the day so far, yet girls doubles only featured one Mission San Jose representative, presenting an opportunity for another school to step up. Castro Valley, James Logan and Irvington all made it to the semifinals to challenge the Warriors duo of Lisa Chang and Hoyan Chung but the Warriors would prevail yet again to take first 21-9, 21-11.

Mission San Jose was the only MVAL school to participate in the mixed doubles tournament, sending three duos to play. All three made it to the semifinals, but only Kenny Chin-Karina Wong and Thomas Lee-Danae Long advanced to the finals. Lee and Long emerged victorious after dispatching Chin and Wong, 21-17, 21-12.

Mission San Jose swept the NCS badminton tournament with 136 total points, more than three times the amount of points the second place finisher, Mt. Eden, accumulated. Irvington took third (38 points), Logan fourth (32), Newark fifth (31), while Hayward, Moreau Catholic and Tennyson finished near the bottom at 10th, 11th and 15th respectively. The Warriors also took first in every single division of NCS badminton, won NCS for the seventh straight time and ninth time in the last decade.

HOW CAN WE MISS YOU IF YOU DON'T GO AWAY

BY GARY VAN DEN HEUVEL An exciting baseball season which went right down to the wire in the Hayward Area Athletic League (HAAL) came to a close last week and, when all was said and done, it was the Castro Valley Trojans who raised the championship flag for the 2011 campaign.

Moreau Catholic High School finished the season with a 9-3 league record (18-6 overall), in a three-way tie for second place with Arroyo and Bishop O’Dowd, though both schools own a tiebreaker advantage over Moreau due to head-to-head meetings (both teams beat the Mariners in their only matchups against each other).

The Mariners shook off a 3-0 nonleague loss at Acalanes High School (May 17) to spank Tennyson 7-1 in their finale. Aaron Acosta pitched a nearcomplete game, giving up one unearned run. Acosta earned his eighth win (against two losses) and finished the season with a 1.96 ERA. Brett Adami delivered three hits including a double, drove in a run, and scored three times. Brian Hickel had 2 RBIs and Richard L’Heureux had two hits, with a double. L’Heureux finished the season as the leading batter of a potent Moreau offense, hitting .412 to go along with a stellar 2.03 ERA on the mound. Hickel also finished the season over .400 (a .403 average), as did Ronald Zelaya (.400).

Moreau received an NCS bid into the Division III tournament as a No. 9 seed. The Mariners host El Cerrito High School on Wednesday, May 25, with the winner to visit top-seeded San Marin (time and date TBA).

Mount Eden High School had an up-and-down year, with a 10-15 overall record, but the Monarchs

were able to stay in the HAAL race deep into the season, going 7-5 for fifth place. Mt. Eden finished on a down note, losing 6-0 to Arroyo. Bringing up the rear in the standings are Hayward High School (1-9, 2-19 overall), whose season concluded with a shutout loss to O’Dowd, and Tennyson High (0-11, 1-14-1 overall), who dropped a 5-2 decision to San Lorenzo.

Moreau’s softball team hung in until late in the season, and last week’s finale at Bishop O’Dowd was a battle for third place. It was a hotly-contested matchup, as the Mariners scored three runs in the top of the seventh inning to tie the game 8-8. The game stretched into the ninth inning, where Moreau scored a run to go ahead – but O’Dowd put two runs over in the bottom of the frame to win it 10-9.

Shelby Long had three hits (including a double and a triple) in the losing cause, driving in three runs and scoring one. Leilani Akai also had three hits, drove in two, and scored a run for Moreau.

Long finished her stellar season with a .429 batting average, three home runs and 31 RBIs as well as a 3.91 ERA as a pitcher. Jessica Marin was Moreau’s leading hitter (.485 average and two homers), and Alyssa Castillo was outstanding both at the plate (.407 average), and on the mound (1.24 ERA).

The Mariners finish 2011 with a 13-8 overall record, 7-5 in the HAAL, and as this story went to press, it was announced that they would get a No. 8 seed in the Division III NCS tourney. Moreau’s first round game will be Wednesday, May 25, at 5 p.m. at Larry Standley Field against Sonoma Valley.

The winner will go on the road to meet No. 1 seed Alhambra on Saturday, May 28, at 2 p.m.

Correction In the Tuesday, May 17, edition of Tri-City Voice, the article “Logan dominates MVAL track finals,” the scores for the teams were incorrect. Final scores for the boys were actually for the girls, and vice versa. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Colts top Cougars, win MVAL

BY NICK ZAMBRANO PHOTO BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW The first go-around could not have been scripted any better. A game so packed with suspense and action that it required extra innings to finish. With an ending that no one could have ever saw coming. With a hero that was ready to deliver.

Sounds like a synopsis of a Hollywood story but that’s how James Logan’s first win over Newark Memorial this season went down: a 3-2, nine inning game with the winning run scored on a squeeze play by slugger Jazmine Reed. Prior to the squeeze, Reed definitely felt the pressure pile on as she struck out three times – a hat trick of the less desired type.

However, Hollywood is a tricky mistress and the sequel to the game provided the same result.

Logan prevailed 5-0 and clinched the 2011 Mission Valley Athletic League regular season championship. It is their second straight MVAL title and their fourth in the last five seasons.

Despite an excellent outing from Newark pitcher Marissa Chapa, the Lady Colts mustered up a four-run rally in the top half of the fifth inning. In typical Logan fashion, once the first run showed up on the scoreboard, the offense began to pour it on.

It looked as if Logan would strike right away in the first inning after Chapa allowed a walk to counterpart Raeann Garza. After stealing second, Garza ended up a third after a wild pitch to Jazmine Reed. In spite of that fortunate situation, Logan was unable to capitalize as Chapa rebounded to strike out the next three hitters she faced.

For the first four innings, Garza held the Lady Cougars’ batting order in check. The sophomore allowed just two base runners and one single through four innings of play. On the other side of things, Chapa was equally efficient, allowing only Garza to reach base through four innings. She’d finished the game with a solid line consisting of 10 punch outs, five hits and two earned runs.

“They (Newark) came out strong. Chapa pitched great, she always does,” said Garza about her opposition.

It was not until the fifth inning that things started to brew for the Lady Colts.

Right fielder Kimberly Goulart led off the inning with a line drive single but she ended up at second because of a passed ball. After a properly placed sacrifice bunt by Kelia Barkow, Goulart was at third with only one out.

Logan continued the trend of playing small ball with Marissa Perez’s execution of a bunt single that blooped over the glove of Chapa. Goulart crossed the plate to give Logan the game’s only lead and Perez stood safe at first.

A costly throwing by Newark third baseman Laurisa Hernandez let Tatyana Salazar to reached base safely but put another two runners in scoring position. Chapa caught a break and shook off Garza in the next at-bat for a strike out. But now she had to face Logan shortstop Jazmine Reed.

Coming into this costly at-bat, Reed was unable to bat on the ball effectively. In her last six plate appearances, the junior was a dismal 0-6 with three strike outs. It was the premiere time for the two-sport athlete to come through.

Not wasting anytime, Reed parked the first pitch she saw for a gaping two-run double to right center.

“It was huge for her because she has been in a slump. She’s a great hitter but mentally she hasn’t been there, so we got to get her back there mentally,” Johnson said.

With the score now 3-0, the game was now wide open with Logan in full control. Reed’s stay on the base paths was short lived due to a bloop single off the bat of three-spot hitter Alexis Martinez.

Newark made an attempt in their half of the inning to bounce back. Erica Contreras tried to stir the pot back in Newark’s favor with a double to straight away center. A single from Katie Burdick helped Contreras get to third without an out against the Lady Cougars in the inning. However, Garza was able to patch up some damage when she struck out Regan Rodriguez swinging.

In an effort to scratch a run across the plate, Contreras headed for home after Oceana Acosta-Orndoff grounded out to short. But after a heads-up play from Barkow at first, Contreras was tagged out on the closest of plays at the plate. Contreras was the only Newark base runner to reach third for the game and the last chance they had at scoring a run.

Logan scored the game’s final run on a RBI double from Garza, who finished the game with 1-2 at the plate while going the complete game in the circle with four strike outs, five hits and two walks.

“To me (winning league), it’s a big deal but my goal is to win NCS again,” Garza said.

“We’ve got lots of confidence. This is a big win for us, a confidence booster.”

This year’s MVAL title marks the 15th in Johnson’s illustrious career. Winning the league also guarantees a spot for Logan in this year’s North Coast Section Championships. Last year, the Lady Colts cruised through Newark and Freedom to claim the title. The defending champs are likely to be this year’s one seed again. For seeding and schedule, log onto the TCV Sports website, http://sports.tricityvoice.com.

May 24, 2011

MVAL baseball concludes regular season

BY KEVIN YIN This past week, Monday, May 16, to Sunday, May 22, saw the final week of regular season play for baseball squads of the Mission Valley Athletic League. Entering the week there was no suspense as to whom the regular season champ would be, but there was still a heated battle for second place to resolve.

James Logan High School Colts had clinched first place in the MVAL’s regular season standings last week, leaving the outcome of their matches this week somewhat superfluous to their season. On May 18, Logan met the Newark Memorial Cougars in what was a vital game for Newark but a meaningless one for Logan. The Cougars pulled out a late, 3-2 victory, thanks in large part to junior infielder Christopher Flexen’s 1-3, two-RBI performance.

Logan bounced back, however, knocking over the Mission San Jose Warriors, 61, depriving the Warriors even a share of second place. Logan finishes the regular season with a 20-4 record, including 10-2 in conference play.

A big story of the second half of the regular season was the charge up the standings made by the Washington Huskies. After staring just 1-3 in conference play, the Huskies won six of their last eight MVAL games to finish second in the league’s regular season standings.

Washington clinched the second spot with a win in the last week of play over their closest competitor: the Irvington Vikings. The Huskies edged Irvington, 4-3, on the final day of the regular season. The Huskies and the Vikings both finished the regular season with 7-5 records against MVAL opponents, but the Huskies hold

Mission San Jose couldn’t prevent itself from sliding out of second place. MSJ’s loss to Irvington allowed Washington to leapfrog them (photo by Mike Heightchew).

the tie-breaker, having defeated the Vikings in both head-to-head matches. Washington’s overall regular season record was 16-8, while Irvington’s was 12-10-1.

Less positive than Washington’s ascent but just as noticeable was the precipitous fall of the Mission Warriors. Mission had spent most of the regular season securely in second place, but were done-in by a brutal month of May where they lost their final four conference games. The Warriors final regular season record is 15-9, 6-6 in MVAL play.

With all of the jockeying for position that occurred on the season’s final week of regular play, perhaps the biggest win belonged to a team that was certain to finish last. The Kennedy Titans came into the final game winless in MVAL play, but pulled out a 7-6 win over Newark to escape a winless conference season. Kennedy’s final regular season record is 9-14, 1-11 in conference.

Next week the schedule will move into the postseason with the start of the MVAL playoffs. Check the TCV Sports website, http://sports.tricityvoice.com, for schedules.

Logan girls track continues to roll

BY GIOVANNI ALBANESE JR. North Coast Section area track meets were held on Saturday, May 21, throughout the Bay Area. As part of the Bay Shore Area, Mission Valley and Hayward Area athletic leagues met at James Logan High School. California School for the Deaf and Fremont Christian were part of

the Class A area, taking place at Montgomery High School.

As was the case for last week’s MVAL Championship, James Logan was the top team in the league. Although the boys side didn’t top the area meet, they finished fourth (with 44 points), ahead of any local school. Hayward High finished just behind Logan in fifth (39). Washington

took sixth (29), Newark seventh (28), American 11th (18), Moreau Catholic 18th (6), John F. Kennedy 20th (4), Mt. Eden 21st (2) and Tennyson 25th (0) to round out the local boys standings. St. Mary’s took first with 85 points.

But the Logan girls continued to roll, riding the momentum from its MVAL Championships

win, and winning the area meet on Saturday. Logan finished first with 103 points. Newark was the next-closest local school, finishing third with 41 points. Hayward of the HAAL took sixth (30), Mission San Jose ninth (23), American 15th (11), Washington 16th (9) and Moreau and JFK both tied for 18th (6).

In the Class A area, CSD and

Fremont Christian boys both placed, but neither one of the girls sides did. CSD finished ninth in the boys final team standings with 20 points. Fremont Christian took 24th with six points. Fort Bragg won the competition for the boys with 66 points; University won the girls competition with 74 points.

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PUBLISHER EDITOR IN CHIEF William Marshak DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Sharon Marshak

Return of The Big Idea the result. Without devolving to an ethical discussion of war, history is filled with examples of those whose core values have faced the ultimate test of their convictions.

WILLIAM MARSHAK

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ince Memorial Day is a time for reflection, I scanned previous TCV editorials written at this time of year to see what, if any, internal chords continue to reverberate within me. Written for Tri-City Voice May 27, 2009, just following Memorial Day of that year, the following editorial remains appropriate to this day. I have it on the best authority that the author will not mind reprinting his words with a bit of editing to adjust for publication prior to rather than following 2011 Memorial Day observances.

What's the big idea?

Memorial Day is designated as a time for reflection. Although its origins are disputed, the sentiment of this day remains - recognition and ultimate sacrifice for an idea. Born from a desire to honor those who surrendered their lives in military service, Memorial Day's significance has expanded since The Civil War, World War I and armed conflicts that followed to include the idea of unification and resolve when faced with mortal threats toward a common belief. If dialogue and reasonable discourse end and deep divisions become irreconcilable, violence is often

War and its casualties are extreme manifestations of a "Big Idea." Belief and adherence to a Big Idea often overrides petty differences and even life itself. Those who survive are left to contemplate the meaning of it all and observe the results. The big idea is an incubator for the future, sowing seeds of innovation to shape what will be.

The catalyst for this process is not always the result of armed conflict. It can be seen throughout our communities, sometimes as the result of disagreement and turmoil yet short of physical violence. It is the continuing struggle of new and old which can only be resolved by tomorrow. The effects of these battles - their memorials - can be seen everywhere one looks - cities, parks, buildings, organizations, etc.

As the Big Idea travels through time, it is reshaped and can be difficult to detect in the present. We can, however, see the results of past big ideas and take comfort from their fruition that other big ideas are in progress.

Just look around and you can see examples of past big ideas including major parks and open spaces - national, regional and local, recreational facilities and significant changes in circulation and transportation. For example, the extension of BART to San Jose represents continuing growth of a big idea.

Regional educational and service institutions are also the result of big ideas. Present economic challenges have not replaced big ideas; they simply change their shape and scope.

The recently completed Aqua Adventure Park in Fremont and new library in Milpitas are manifestations of big ideas and Hayward is struggling with a big idea for transformation of its downtown.

petition. They inflame passion as contemporaries attempt to shape them to fit a particular mold. Future outcomes of these big ideas can be seen as simple linear progressions or a process that evolves with time to eclipse the initial vision. From small and basic beginnings, big ideas lead to other big ideas which, in turn, energize the process over and over again. To locate the beginning or end of a big idea is almost impossible and reveals the same answer as those trying to determine the beginning and end of the universe.

Memorial Day is yet another reminder of the power and longevity of the Big Idea.

Men and women continue to sacrifice their lives and future for a concept and others stand ready to do the same. It is this power that propels and energizes big ideas. A current big idea that stands ready to invigorate the Southeast Bay Area is the Center Theater project in Fremont. This, along with the new Performing Arts Center at James Logan High School in Union City and existing venues is not the ultimate big idea, rather one of a series leading to others and the resurrection of another big idea - a regional performing arts center.

So for each of us, the question remains...

What's the big idea?

PRODUCTION/GRAPHIC DESIGN Ramya Raman ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Mona Shah EDUCATION Miriam G. Mazliach GOVERNMENT Simon Wong PROTECTIVE SERVICES Meenu Gupta SPORTS Giovanni Albanese Jr. SPORTS REPORTERS Biff Jones Jeff Weisinger Gary van den Heuvel David Nicolas Sanjna Shukla Kevin Yin TRAVEL & DINING Denny Stein PHOTOGRAPHERS Mike Heightchew Don Jedlovec DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Gerry Johnston ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVE Colleen Ganaye ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS Pahoua Sayaovang Patricia Cragin BOOKKEEPING Vandana Dua CARTOONS Angelo Lopez

William Marshak PUBLISHER

Emerging big ideas are often hard to appreciate since they are in the throes of com-

STARR TEAM J. D. Wolfe REPORTERS Julie Grabowski Janet Grant Philip Holmes Robin Michel Susana Nunez Suzanne Ortt Praveena Raman Rajeswari Ramanathan Joe Samagond Shavon Walker Alyson Whitaker INTERN Alissa Gwynn WEB MASTER RAMAN CONSULTING Venkat Raman LEGAL COUNSEL Stephen F. Von Till, Esq.

left to right: Grace Li, Andrew Lin, Edward He, Justin Chan, Shaya Zarkesh, Justin Yang, Jerry Chen, Tony Zhao, Shannon Yang, Shopnavo Biswas, Charles Tang, Joshua Chan

MathEdge MathEdge students have been training for the Indonesia International Mathematics Competition in Bali, Indonesia from July 18 - 23.

The Indonesia International Math Competition will give students the opportunity to experience a whole new level of math competition and make friends around the world. 145 students in grades 3 through 7 from 83 Bay Area schools participated in the tryout competition held in February; only eight will be selected for the final team.

Twelve students have been selected including: Justin Yang (Terman, Palo Alto); Charles Tang (Bret Hart, San Jose); Grace Li (Kennedy, Cupertino); Andrew Lin (Dilworth, Cupertino); Joshua Chan (Hop-

kins, Fremont); Shannon Yang (Terman, Palo Alto); Shaya Zarkesh (Harker, San Jose); Justin Chan (Kennedy, Cupertino); Jerry Chen (Challenger); Shopnavo Biswas (Ardenwood, Fremont); Edward He (Williams, San Jose); Yutong Tony Zhao (Thomas Russel, Milpitas).

Qualifying to compete in the international competition requires sound reasoning, logical thinking and problem solving skills. Students selected demonstrated their ability to focus and understand the entire problem solving process beyond just getting the right answer.

For more information, visit www.mathedge.org

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Any and all persons having any objections to the proposed Property Conveyance Agreement or to the sale to the City of the Property and the development of the Municipal Facilities, subject to the conditions set forth in the proposed Property Conveyance Agreement, or who deny the regularity of this proceeding or wish to speak on any issue raised by the proposed Property Conveyance Agreement, may appear at the hearing and will be afforded an opportunity to state their objections.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: A Negative Declaration was previously adopted for this project in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act.

If any person desires to challenge in court the approval and execution of the proposed Property Conveyance Agreement, the contemplated sale of the Property to the City, or any proceedings in connection therewith, they may be limited to raising only those issues that they or someone else raised at the hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Agency or the City Council at, or prior to, the hearing. Written correspondence on this matter may be addressed to the Agency and City Council, c/o of the City Clerk of the City of Fremont, at the address for the City Clerk set forth below.

Any questions or comments on the project should be submitted to:

In compliance with Section 33433 of the California Health and Safety Code, copies of the proposed Property Conveyance Agreement, the Section 33433 Report, and the relevant CEQA documentation are available at the following offices for public inspection and copying at a cost not to exceed the cost of duplication: City Clerk of the City of Fremont, 3300 Capitol Street, Fremont, CA, 94538; and

Clifford Nguyen, Project Planner Location: Mailing: Phone: E-mail:

Office of Housing and Redevelopment, 39550 Liberty Street, Fremont, CA 94538

39550 Liberty Street, Fremont P.O. Box 5006, Fremont, CA 94537-5006 (510) 494-4769 cnguyen@fremont.gov CNS#2105945

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF FREMONT PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FREMONT WILL HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS ON THE FOLLOWING PROPOSALS. SAID PUBLIC HEARINGS WILL BE HELD AT 7:00 P.M., ON THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2011, AT THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3300 CAPITOL AVENUE, FREMONT, CALIFORNIA, AT WHICH TIME ANY AND ALL INTERESTED PERSONS MAY APPEAR AND BE HEARD. DOAN’S HAIR AND SPA - 3227 Walnut Avenue - (PLN2011-00194) - to consider a Conditional Use Permit to add massage services at an existing full service beauty salon located at 3227 Walnut Avenue in the Central Planning Area. This project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Guideline 15301, Existing Facilities.

Project Planner - Terry Wong, (510) 494-4456, twong@fremont.gov AFFORDABLE HOUSING ORDINANCE ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT - Citywide (PLN2011-00240) - to consider a recommendation to the City Council of a proposed Cityinitiated Zoning Text Amendment (PLN2011-00240) to Fremont Municipal Code (FMC) Title VIII, Chapter 2, Article 21.7, Affordable Housing. The proposed Amendment modifies terms and application of standards for the creation of affordable housing. A Negative Declaration was previously adopted for this project in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act. Project Planner - Cliff Nguyen, (510) 494-4769, cnguyen@fremont.gov For further information on any of the above items, call (510) 494-4440 and request to speak with the project planner in charge of the particular project. * NOTICE * If you challenge the decision of the Planning Commission in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing.

JEFF SCHWOB, SECRETARY FREMONT PLANNING COMMISSION

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CIVIL ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. FG11575366 Superior Court of California, County of Alameda Petition of: Chun Hou & Chih-Ling Lin behalf of Yu Hou for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Chun Hou & Chih-Ling Lin filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Yu Hou to Michael Yu Hou 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: 07/07/2011, Time: 2:30 pm, Dept.: 608 The address of the court is 39439 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont, CA 94538 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: What's Happening Tri-City Voice Date: May 12, 2011 RICHARD O. KELLER Judge of the Superior Court 5/17, 5/24, 5/31, 6/7/11 CNS-2101558#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 451794 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Bay Area Gutter Cleanning, 36838 Cherry St., Apt. #224, Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda Antonio Villagomez, 36838 Cherry St., Apt. #224, Newark, CA 94560 This business is conducted by an individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on n/a I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Antonio Villagomez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 17, 2011 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to sec-

tion 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).

5/24, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14/11 CNS-2104987# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 451598 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MSP Associates, 39563 Platero Pl., Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda.

Madhvi Parikh, 39563 Platero Pl., Fremont, CA 94539.

This business is conducted by an individual.

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2005.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Madhvi Parikh This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 12, 2011.

NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), 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).

5/24, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14/11 CNS-2104955# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 451121 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: The Local Daughter, 38859 Helen Way, Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Kathryn A. Gunderson, 38859 Helen Way, Fremont, CA 94536 James W. Gunderson Jr., 38859 Helen Way, Fremont, CA 94536 This business is conducted by Husband and Wife.

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Kathryn A. Gunderson, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on April 28, 2011.

NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), 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.

Further information regarding this hearing may be obtained by contacting Elisa Tierney, the City's Redevelopment Agency Director, at (510) 494-4501.

DATED: May 24, 2011

REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF FREMONT By: /s/ Elisa Tierney Redevelopment Agency Director

DATES OF PUBLICATION: May 24 and 31, 2011

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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).

5/17, 5/24, 5/31, 6/7/11 CNS-2100093# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 451321 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Risen Phoenix, 2845 Coleman Place, Fremont, CA 94555, County of Alameda Veronique Hunter, 2845 Coleman Place, Fremont, CA 94555 This business is conducted by an individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Veronique Hunter This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 4, 2011 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), 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).

5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2097244# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 450891 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Executive Realty and Loan, 44301 Parkmeadow Dr., Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Azar Hanna, 44301 Parkmeadow Dr., Fremont, CA 94539 This business is conducted by an individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 4-15-2011 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Azar Hanna This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on April 25, 2011 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), 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).

5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2097241# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 451077 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Complete Events, 43359 Jerome Ave., Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Carole Whitman Smith, 43359 Jerome Ave., Fremont, CA 94539 This business is conducted by an individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on April 18, 2011 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Carole Whitman-Smith This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on April 27, 2011 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), 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).

5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2096112# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 451000-451009 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Tri-Valley Table Tennis Club Corp., (2) Pleasanton Table Tennis Club, (3) Pleasanton Table Tennis, (4) San Ramon Table Tennis

Club, (5) San Ramon Table Tennis, (6) Fremont Table Tennis Club, (7) Dublin Table Tennis Club, (8) Dublin Table Tennis, (9) Livermore Table Tennis Club, (10) Livermore Table Tennis, 5657 San Jose Dr., Pleasanton, CA 94566, County of Alameda Tri-Valley Table Tennis Club Corp., California, 5657 San Jose Dr., Pleasanton, CA 94566 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 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Yunnien Annie Li, CEO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on April 26, 2011.

NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), 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).

5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2091972#

GOVERNMENT CITY OF FREMONT PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City of Fremont will hold public hearings to consider the following proposals. Said public hearings will be held at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 7, 2011, Council Chambers, 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg. A, Fremont, CA, at which time all interested parties may attend and be heard: City Council: PUBLIC HEARING (PUBLISHED NOTICE) ON THE FY 2011/12 OPERATING BUDGET First Public Hearing (Published Notice) and Direction to Staff on the Proposed Fiscal Year 2011/12 Operating Budget FIRST PUBLIC HEARING (PUBLISHED NOTICE) ON FY 2011/12 – 2015/16 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM First Public Hearing (Published Notice) and Direction to Staff on the Proposed Fiscal Year 2011/12 – 2015/16 Capital Improvement Program PACIFIC COMMONS GATEWAYS AND SIGNAGE STANDARDS AMENDMENT (PLN2010-00221) Public Hearing (Published Notice) to Consider the Planning Commission Recommendation to Adopt an Ordinance Amending the Development Standards and Guidelines Pertaining to Gateways and Signage Standards for Pacific Commons (Planned District P-2000-214) APPEAL OF A DANCE STUDIO (ASIAN HUSTLE) ZONING ADMINISTRATOR PERMIT APPROVAL – 43719-43725 BOSCELL ROAD Public Hearing (Published Notice) to Consider a Third Party Appeal of a Planning Commission Decision to Uphold the Approval of a Zoning Administrator Permit to Allow a Dance School in the Pacific Commons Shopping Center (PLN201100133)

Item 1. AVERROES INSTITUTE – 43174 OSGOOD ROAD – (PLN2011-00193) – to consider a Zoning Administrator Permit for a private college-preparatory high school (maximum 20 students) within an existing building in the Clifford Osgood Business Park in the Irvington Planning Area. This project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality (CEQA) Act per Guideline 15301, Minor Additions to Existing Structures.

Project Planner – Tanu Jagtap, (510) 494-4537, tjagtap@fremont.gov Item 2. PEPER VARIANCE – 36811 NILES BOULEVARD – (PLN2011-00208) – to consider a request for a Variance from the R-1-8 setback requirement to allow an addition to an existing single-family home to encroach 5.5 feet into the required 12.5-foot street side yard setback on the property located in the Niles Planning Area. This project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality (CEQA) Act per Guideline 15301, Minor Additions to Existing Structures.

Project Planner – Steve Kowalski, (510) 4944532, skowalski@fremont.gov Item 3. FLEX COLLEGE PREP – 43430 MISSION BOULEVARD – (PLN2011-00213) – to consider a Zoning Administrator Permit for an after-school tutoring and college preparatory center (maximum 45 sturdents) located in the Mission San Jose Planning Area. This project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act per Guideline 15301, Existing Facilities.

Project Planner – Terry Wong, (510) 494-4456, twong@fremont.gov Item 4. NOVASOLAR HAZMAT ZAP – 48664 MILMONT DRIVE – (PLN2011-00214) – to consider a Zoning Administrator Permit for a medium user site for storage and use of hazardous materials in conjunction with a solar technology research, development, testing, and manufacturing facility within an existing 68,441 square foot general industrial building in the Industrial Planning Area. A Negative Declaration has been prepared and circulated for this project.

Project Planner – Joel Pullen, (510) 494-4936, jpullen@fremont.gov For further information on any of the above items, call (510) 494-4440 and request to speak with the project planner in charge of the particular project. * NOTICE * If you challenge the decision of the Zoning Administrator in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Zoning Administrator at, or prior to, the public hearing.

LEONARD POWELL ZONING ADMINISTRATOR/HEARING OFFICER 5/24/11 CNS-2106202# CITY OF UNION CITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS CITY CONTRACT NO. 11-10 NOTICE TO CONTRACTOR Sealed proposals for the work shown on the plans entitled: 2011 Pavement Repair Project, City Project No. 11-10will be received at the office of the City Clerk of the City of Union City, City Government Building, 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, California, until Thursday, June 9, 2011 at 2:00 P.M., at which time they will be publicly opened and read in the Council Chambers of said building.

The Contractor shall possess a Class A or C-12 California contractor's license at the time this contract is awarded.

Bids are required for the entire work described herein. This contract is subject to the State contract nondiscrimination and compliance requirements pursuant to Government Code Section 12990.

Plans, specifications and proposals forms to be used for bidding on this project can only be obtained at the Department of Public Works, 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, California, or by calling (510) 675-5308. In addition, you may call (510) 675-5308 for a copy of the Plan Holder’s List.

Plans and specifications fees are as follows: NON-REFUNDABLE FEE OF $ 35.00 PER SET WHEN PICKED UP AT THE PUBLIC WORKS’ COUNTER OR $ 45.00 IF REQUESTED TO BE MAILED All questions should be faxed to Michael Renk, Project Manager City of Union City, at (510)4899468.

General Work Description: The work to be done, in general, consists of making full depth asphalt concrete spot repairs on various roadways, provide associated traffic control measures and other such items indicated and required by the plans, Standard Specifications, and these technical specifications.

The successful bidder shall furnish a Payment Bond, a Performance Bond, and a Maintenance Bond.

Minimum wage rates for this project as predetermined by the Secretary of Labor are set forth in the special provisions. If there is a difference between the minimum wage rates predetermined by the Secretary of Labor and prevailing wage rates determined by the Department of Industrial Relations for similar classifications of labor, the contractor and his subcontractors shall pay not less than the higher wage rates.

Pursuant to Section 1773 of the Labor Code, the general prevailing rate of wages in the county in which the work is to be done has been determined by the Director of the wage rates appear in the Department of Transportation publication entitled General Prevailing Wage Rates, (current semiannual which have been predetermined and are on file with the Department of Industrial Relations are referenced but not printed in said publication.

CITY OF UNION CITY DATED: May 18, 2011 5/24, 5/27/11 CNS-2105653# NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Sealed bids will be received in the Office of Purchasing Services, 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg B, Fremont, California, up to the hour of 2:00 PM on June 9, 2011, at which time they will be opened and read out loud in said building for: Fire Alarm Upgrades City Project No. PWC 8651 PRE - BID CONFERENCE: A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for 1:30 p.m., May 26, 2011, at Centerville Park Community Center, 3355 Country Drive, Fremont, California.

Plans, special provisions and standard proposal forms to be used for bidding on this project can be obtained for a non-refundable fee at ARC/ Peninsula Digital located at 44846 Osgood Road, Fremont, CA 94539 or 599 Fairchild Drive, Mountain View, CA 94043, or through Planwell at www.peninsuladigital.com, Phone (510) 490-7411, Fax (510) 657-7248. No partial sets will be issued, cost is non-refundable. Call to confirm availability of copies before coming to pick up documents.

For more information on this project, contact the City of Fremont Purchasing Department at (510) 494-4620.

CORINA CAMPBELL PURCHASING MANAGER CITY OF FREMONT 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2102227#

Redevelopment Agency: PUBLIC HEARING ON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY IMPLEMENTATION PLAN MID-TERM REVIEW Public Hearing (Published Notice) on Redevelopment Agency Implementation Plan Mid-term Review

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Sealed bids will be received in the Office of Purchasing Services, 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg B, Fremont, California, up to the hour of 2:00 PM on June 7, 2011, at which time they will be opened and read out loud in said building for:

FY 2011/12 REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BUDGET FIRST PUBLIC HEARING First Public Hearing (Published Notice) Regarding Redevelopment Agency Annual Budget for FY 2011/12 and Approval of Appropriations for Redevelopment Projects

SLURRY SEAL PROJECT NO. 8240-C (PWC)

If you challenge any decision of the City Council in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearings described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.

DAWN G. ABRAHAMSON CITY CLERK 5/24/11 CNS-2106205# NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF FREMONT ZONING ADMINISTRATOR NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF FREMONT WILL HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS ON THE FOLLOWING PROPOSALS. SAID PUBLIC HEARINGS WILL BE HELD AT 2:00 P.M., ON MONDAY, JUNE 6, 2011, AT THE CITY OF FREMONT DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CENTER, RANCHO HIGUERA CONFERENCE

Plans, special provisions and standard proposal forms to be used for bidding on this project can be obtained for a non-refundable fee at ARC/ Peninsula Digital located at 44846 Osgood Road, Fremont, CA 94539 or 599 Fairchild Drive, Mountain View, CA 94043, or through Planwell at www.peninsuladigital.com, Phone (510) 490-7411, Fax (510) 657-7248. No partial sets will be issued, cost is non-refundable. Call to confirm availability of copies before coming to pick up documents.

For more information on this project, contact the City of Fremont Purchasing Department at (510) 494-4620.

CORINA CAMPBELL PURCHASING MANAGER CITY OF FREMONT 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2101959# NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Sealed bids will be received in the Office of Purchasing Services, 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg B, Fremont, California, up to the hour of 2:00 PM on June 14, 2011,at which time they will be opened and read out loud in said building for: Storage Facility at Fire Station #6 4355 Central Avenue.

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PUBLIC NOTICES Fremont , CA 94536 City Project No. PWC 8741 APN 501-521-019 NON-MANDATORY PRE - BID CONFERENCE: A non-mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. , Thursday, May 26, 2011 , at the project site, 4355 Central Avenue, Fremont, California.

Plans, special provisions and standard proposal forms to be used for bidding on this project can be obtained for a non-refundable fee at ARC/ Peninsula Digital located at 44846 Osgood Road, Fremont, CA 94539 or 599 Fairchild Drive, Mountain View, CA 94043, or through Planwell at www.peninsuladigital.com, Phone (510) 490-7411, Fax (510) 657-7248. No partial sets will be issued, cost is non-refundable. Call to confirm availability of copies before coming to pick up documents.

For more information on this project, contact the City of Fremont Purchasing Department at (510) 494-4620.

CORINA CAMPBELL PURCHASING MANAGER CITY OF FREMONT 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2101315#

PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF WEN-KUEI TSAO FONG, AKA NANCY TSAO CASE NO. FP11-570822 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Wen-Kuei Tsao Fong, aka Nancy Tsao A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Han Ping Tsao in the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Han Ping Tsao be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on June 29, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. in Dept. 201 located at 2120 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley, CA 94704.

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 deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (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: Vivian Lu, 35485A Dumbarton Court, Newark, CA 94560, Telephone: 510-494-1188 5/24, 5/27, 6/3/11 CNS-2105226#

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF GERALD R. CARDINAL CASE NO. FP11573835 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Gerald R. Cardinal A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Ramona Jean Hubbard in the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Ramona Jean Hubbard be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on 6-7-11 at 9:30 a.m. in Dept. 201 located at 2120 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley, CA 94704.

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 deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (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: Charles A. Triay, 1 Kaiser Plaza, Suite 750, Oakland, CA 94612, Telephone: (510) 832-8700 ext 14 5/13, 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2098177#

TRUSTEE SALES NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 110012274 Title Order No. 11-0008706 Investor/ Insurer No. 1705336267 APN No. 901-0196-132 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/14/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER." Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY,

N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by VENKAT R PININTY AND VARALAKSHMI SINGIREDDY, dated 08/ 14/2007 and recorded 08/22/07, as Instrument No. 2007308667, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, will sell on 06/14/2011 at 12:30PM, At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 39931 CEDAR BOULEVARD 215, NEWARK, CA, 94560. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $295,901.63. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 05/23/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.ASAP# FNMA3994001 05/24/2011, 05/31/2011, 06/07/2011 5/24, 5/31, 6/7/11 CNS-2104954# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S No. 124906902 APN: 483-0098-175-00 TRA: 15019 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx1852 REF: Kaur, Kamaljit IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED February 16, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On June 13, 2011, at 12: 00pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded March 01, 2005, as Inst.

No. 2005080249 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, executed by Kamaljit Kaur A Married Woman, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the steps to the entrance of the county courthouse 1225 Fallon Street Oakland, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4269 Las Feliz Court Union City CA 94587 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $411,390.08. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: May 16, 2011. (R-381239 05/24/11, 05/31/11, 06/07/11) 5/24, 5/31, 6/7/11 CNS-2104535# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 080071170 Title Order No. 08-8-260878 APN No. 463-0102-021 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/12/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by MARILYN S SIMEON, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, dated 04/12/2004 and recorded 04/20/04, as Instrument No. 2004166165, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, will sell on 06/07/2011 at 12:00PM, At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, Alameda, CA at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any of the real property described above is purported to be: 3541 MILLER CT, UNION CITY, CA, 94587.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $701,150.58. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.

Said sale will be made, in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. If required by the provisions of section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the Notice of Trustee’s Sale duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s Office. DATED: 10/04/2008 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., SV2-202 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 281 8219 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FEI # 1006.38149 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/2011 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2102510# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS # CA-09259958-ED Order # 090180778-CA-DCI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/1/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may

be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): FELICITAS P ORTIZ AND GREGORIO A PAYAN, WIFE AND HUSBAND Recorded: 9/12/2006 as Instrument No. 2006345240 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California; Date of Sale: 7/8/2011 at 12: 30 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $812,634.30 The purported property address is: 7481 BIRKDALE DR NEWARK, CA 94560 Assessor's Parcel No. 092A-0511-037-00 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location.

In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 7301 Baymeadows Way Jacksonville FL 32256.

Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has not obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does apply to this notice of sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee's Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 x3704 Quality Loan Service, Corp.

If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right's against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3991371 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011, 05/31/2011 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2102316# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 110009812 Title Order No. 11-0006361 Investor/ Insurer No. 1689194819 APN No. 475-0143-022 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/13/2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER." Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by RICHARD D. WATSON AND KELLEY A. WATSON, HUSBAND AND WIFE, dated 06/13/2003 and recorded 07/01/03, as Instrument No. 2003382508, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, will sell on 06/15/2011 at 9:00AM, Hilton Newark Fremont 39900 Balentine Drive, Newark, CA 94560 Grand Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1702 WHITE OAK LANE, UNION CITY, CA, 94587. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $309,982.77. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

DATED: 05/15/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

ASAP# FNMA3991636 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011, 05/31/2011 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2100720# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 090070710 Title Order No. 09-8-204860 Investor/ Insurer No. 126429575 APN No. 901-0191-058 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/24/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER." Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by NELLY LEON, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, dated 01/24/2006 and recorded 01/26/06, as Instrument No. 2006028222, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, will sell on 06/07/2011 at 12:30PM, At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 39632 POTRERO DRIVE, NEWARK, CA, 94560.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $588,640.04. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.

Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 08/23/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3993639 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011, 05/31/2011 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2100663# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 110009944 Title Order No. 11-0006440 Investor/ Insurer No. 138857953 APN No. 092A-0504-026 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/08/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER." Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by ZOBAER M AZIZI, AND AHMAD S AZIZI, dated 06/08/2006 and recorded 06/22/06,

as Instrument No. 2006239668, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, will sell on 06/07/2011 at 12:30PM, At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 7192 MARNE PLACE, NEWARK, CA, 94560. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $398,815.46. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

DATED: 05/11/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3992538 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011, 05/31/2011 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2100354# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 110010932 Title Order No. 11-0007355 Investor/ Insurer No. 104623195 APN No. 463-0095-017 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/22/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER." Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by JACQUELINE LEE-TABADA, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN AND JOHNY JOHN R. LEE AN UNMARRIED MAN, AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 08/22/2005 and recorded 08/26/05, as Instrument No. 2005367224, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, will sell on 06/07/2011 at 12:30PM, At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3104 COURTHOUSE DRIVE, UNION CITY, CA, 94587.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $642,440.91. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.

Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 05/15/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3986367 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011, 05/31/2011 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2100024# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20100015012210 Title Order No.: 100761962 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/19/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 10/31/2006 as Instrument No. 2006405983 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of ALAMEDA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: ROCELLE LAVITORIA AND, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 06/06/2011 TIME OF SALE: 12:30 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE FALLON STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET, OAKLAND, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5378 PORT SAILWOOD DR, NEWARK, CALIFORNIA 94560 APN#: 092A-0988-133 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $413,976.41. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES & POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 714-730-2727 www.lpsasap.com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 05/11/2011 NDEx West, L.L.C. 15000 Surveyor Boulevard, Suite 500 Addison, Texas 75001-9013 Telephone: (866) 795-1852 Telecopier: (972) 661-7800 ASAP# 3991566 05/ 17/2011, 05/24/2011, 05/31/2011 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2100020# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TSG No.: 4311593 TS No.: 20099070822362 FHA/VA/PMI No.: APN: 483 -0044-025 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/08/05. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On June 6, 2011 at 12:00 PM, First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/23/05, as Instrument No. 2005503876, in book , page , of Official Records in the Office of the County Recorder of ALAMEDA County, State of California. Executed by: MOHAMMED DAHUD and MOUYDA DAHUD,.

WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) At the Fallon Street emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St., Oakland, CA. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 483 0044-025. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 31333 SANTA ELENA WAY, UNION CITY, CA 94587. The undersigned

Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $594,408.70. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's Trustee. The beneficiary or servicing agent declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner of Corporations a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the Notice of Sale is filed and/or The timeframe for giving Notice of Sale specified in subdivision (s) of California Civil Code Section 2923.52 applies and has been provided or the loan is exempt from the requirements.

Date: 05/09/11, First American Title Insurance Company First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC 3 First American Way, Santa Ana, CA 92707 Original document signed

by Authorized Agent, Chet Sconyers -- FOR TRUSTEE'S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916) 939-0772. First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC May be Acting as a Debt Collector Attempting to Collect a Debt. Any Information obtained may be used for that purpose. NPP0181104 05/17/11, 05/24/11, 05/31/11 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2099871# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20100015006251 Title Order No.: 100385447 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/28/2007.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 07/06/2007 as Instrument No. 2007248762 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of ALAMEDA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: PEDRO P MEJIA AND LOURDES MEJIA, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 06/06/2011 TIME OF SALE: 12:30 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE FALLON STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET, OAKLAND, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4788 CABELLO ST, UNION CITY, CALIFORNIA 94587 APN#: 483-0115-066 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $588,863.99. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES & POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 714-730-2727 www.lpsasap.com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 05/09/2011 ASAP# 3988758 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011, 05/31/2011 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2098410# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 448266CA Loan No. 1063139992 Title Order No. 731205 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11-15-2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 06-07-2011 at 12:30 PM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 11-22-2006, Book N/A, Page N/A, Instrument 2006432842, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California, executed by: YOLANDA F. DE LEON, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, as Trustor, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier's check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier's check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE FALLON STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET , OAKLAND, CA Legal Description: PARCEL 1: AN UNDIVIDED 1/26 INTEREST IN AND TO LOT 27 OF TRACT 3664, FILED MAY 13, 1975, IN BOOK 85 OF MAPS, PAGE 83 AND 84, ALAMEDA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM, THE FOLLOWING: (A) UNITS 1 THROUGH 26 AS SHOWN ON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN FILED MAY 13, 1975 IN BOOK 85 OF MAPS, PAGE 84, ALAMEDA COUNTY RECORDS. (B) THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO POSSESSION OF ALL THOSE AREAS DESIGNATED RESTRICTED COMMON AREAS AS SHOWN UPON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN REFERRED TO ABOVE. PARCEL 2: UNIT B-12, AS SHOWN ON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN REFERRED TO ABOVE. PARCEL 3: THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO POSSESSION AND OCCUPANCY OF THOSE PORTIONS OF LOT 27 DESCRIBED AS PARCEL 1, ABOVE, DESIGNATED AS CP-12 AND P-12 AS APPURTENANT TO PARCELS 1 AND 2, DESCRIBED ABOVE. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $343,306.54 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 523 TAMARACK DR #12 UNION CITY, CA 94587 APN Number: 087-0036-156-00 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 05-16-2011 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee REGINA CANTRELL, ASSISTANT SECRETARY CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. California Reconveyance Company 9200 Oakdale Avenue Mail Stop: CA2-4379 Chatsworth, CA 91311 800892-6902 For Sales Information: (714) 730-2727 or www.lpsasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www.p riorityposting.comASAP# 3983244 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011, 05/31/2011 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2098407# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 100010813 Title Order No. 10-8-051525 APN No. 087-0010-023 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/29/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST

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PUBLIC NOTICES COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by MICHELLE ANN DE LEON, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, dated 03/29/2007 and recorded 04/06/07, as Instrument No. 2007134384, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, will sell on 05/31/2011 at 12:00PM, At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, Alameda, CA at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any of the real property described above is purported to be: 35043 HOLLYHOCK STREET, UNION CITY, CA, 945875344. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $782,146.56. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

If required by the provisions of section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the Notice of Trustee’s Sale duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s Office. DATED: 05/02/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 281 8219 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FEI # 1006.96483 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/2011 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2098345# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No. 7662.22621 Title Order No. 4278002 MIN No. APN 483-0097-024 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/24/08. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in §5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. Trustor(s): BALDEMAR CONTRERAS A SINGLE PERSON AND THIDA AUNG A SINGLE PERSON AS JOINT TENANTS WITH RIGHTS OF SURVIVORSHIP Recorded: 03/31/08, as Instrument No. 2008106358,of Official Records of Alameda County, California.

Date of Sale: 05/31/11 at 12:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street., Oakland, CA The purported property address is: 4441 VIEJO WAY, UNION CITY, CA 94587 Assessors Parcel No. 483-0097-024 The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $349,316.27. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid, plus interest. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the beneficiary, the Trustor or the trustee. Date: May 5, 2011 NORTHWEST TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC., as Trustee David Ochoa, Authorized Signatory 1241 E. Dyer Road, Suite 250, Santa Ana, CA 92705.

Sale Info website: www.USA-Foreclosure.com or www.Auction.com Automated Sales Line: 714-277-4845 or 800-280-2832 Reinstatement and Pay-Off Requests: (866) 387-NWTS THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FEI # 1002.147311: 05/10/2011,05/17/2011,05/24/2011 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2098330# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S No. 131869402 APN: 092-0137-009-02 TRA: 11-022 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx9716 REF: Cozzette, Michelle IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED August 09, 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On June 13, 2011, at 12:00pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded August 15, 2006, as Inst. No. 2006312345 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, executed by Michelle Cozzette, An Unmarried Woman, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the steps to the entrance of the county courthouse 1225 Fallon Street Oakland, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 37233 Spruce Street Newark CA 94560-2829 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $387,440.41. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 920229004 Dated: May 23, 2011. (R-379746 05/24/11, 05/31/11, 06/07/11) 5/24, 5/31, 6/7/11 CNS-2098126# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No: H524001 CA Unit Code: H Loan No: 0018104224/ BARRAZA Investor No: 671006253 AP #1: 4860042-074-00 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., as duly appointed Trustee under the following described Deed of Trust WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States) and/or the cashier's, certified or other checks specified in Civil Code Section 2924h (payable in full at the time of sale to T.D. Service Company) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property hereinafter described: Trustor: FELIX N BARRAZA Recorded August 12, 2005 as Instr. No. 2005344500 in Book -- Page --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County; CALIFORNIA , pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded February 14, 2011 as Instr. No. 2011-55859 in Book --- Page --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County CALIFORNIA. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED AUGUST 2, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. 33651 13TH ST, UNION CITY, CA 94587-3301 "(If a street address or common designation of property is shown above, no warranty is given as to its completeness or

correctness)." Said Sale of property will be made in "as is" condition without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest as in said note provided, advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. Said sale will be held on: JUNE 6, 2011, AT 12:00 P.M. *AT THE FALLON STREET EMERGENCY EXIT OF THE ALAMEDA COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1225 FALLON STREET OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA At the time of the initial publication of this notice, the total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the above described Deed of Trust and estimated costs, expenses, and advances is $428,956.82. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Date: May 9, 2011 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC. as said Trustee, as Authorized Agent for the Beneficiary KIMBERLY THORNE, ASSISTANT SECRETARY T.D. SERVICE COMPANY 1820 E. FIRST ST., SUITE 210, P.O. BOX 11988 SANTA ANA, CA 92711-1988 The Beneficiary may be attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose. If available, the expected opening bid and/or postponement information may be obtained by calling the following telephone number(s) on the day before the sale: (714) 480-5690 or you may access sales information at www.tacforeclosures.com. TAC# 935656 PUB: 05/17/11, 05/24/11, 05/31/11 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2097825# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 110010098 Title Order No. 11-0006580 Investor/ Insurer No. 11241048 APN No. 463-0100-072 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/09/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER." Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by MIJGON ZALMY, A MARRIED WOMAN, AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 06/09/2005 and recorded 06/17/05, as Instrument No. 2005248983, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, will sell on 06/07/2011 at 12:30PM, At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2915 MERIDIEN CIRCLE, UNION CITY, CA, 94587. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $729,975.73. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

DATED: 05/15/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3988010 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011, 05/31/2011 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2097787# T.S. No. 10-09250APN: 486-0094-003Loan No. 9800875 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/11/2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: MOHAMMED HUSSEIN AND MUNTAJ BEGUM Duly Appointed Trustee: LAW OFFICES OF LES ZIEVEDeed of Trust recorded9/1/2004 as Instrument No. 2004398151 in book --, page-- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California, Date of Sale:5/31/2011 at 12:00 PM Place of Sale: At the front Fallon St emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse 1225 Fallon Street Oakland, CA Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $248,016.45 Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt owed. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 2445 MARASCHINO PLACE UNION CITY, CA 94587 Described as follows: LOT 39, TRACT 3320, FILED MARCH 16, 1972, MAP BOOK 74, PAGE 27, ALAMEDA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM ALL OIL, GAS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES IN AND UNDER OR THAT MAY BE PRODUCED FROM A DEPTH BELOW 500 FEET OF THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND WITHOUT RIGHT OF ENTRY UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND FOR THE PURPOSE OF MINING, DRILLING, EXPLORING OR EXTRACTING SUCH OIL, GAS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES OF OTHER USE OF OR RIGHTS IN OR TO ANY PORTION OF THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND TO A DEPTH OF 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF. A.P.N #.: 486-0094-003 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. Pursuant to California Civil Code §2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: The beneficiary or servicing agent declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner of Corporation a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the Notice of Sale is filed and/or the timeframe for giving Notice of Sale Specified in subdivision (s) of California Civil Code Section 2923.52 applies and has been provided or the loan is exempt from the requirements. Dated: 5/5/2011 Law Offices of Les Zieve, as Trustee 18377 Beach Blvd., Suite 210 Huntington Beach, California 92648 Automated Sale Information Line: (714) 848-9272 or www.elitepostandpub.com For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (714) 848-7920 Christine O'Brien, Trustee Sale Officer THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. EPP 6505. 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/2011.

5/10, 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2097463# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS #: CA-11424467-VF Order #: 110076518-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/16/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): THOMAS GEORGE PETERSON AND DENISE F PETERSON , HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 5/28/2008 as Instrument No. 2008171504 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California; Date of Sale: 6/10/2011 at 12: 30 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $434,953.34 The purported property address is: 220 APPIAN WAY UNION CITY, CA 94587 Assessor's Parcel No. 087-0032069 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein.

If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Bank of America 475 Crosspoint Parkway Getzville NY 14068. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has not obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee's Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders rights' against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3978851 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011, 05/31/2011 5/17, 5/24, 5/31/11 CNS-2097313#

CA 94560 APN Number: 092-0146-002 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 05-09-2011 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee REGINA CANTRELL, ASSISTANT SECRETARY CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. California Reconveyance Company 9200 Oakdale Avenue Mail Stop: CA2-4379 Chatsworth, CA 91311 800-892-6902 For Sales Information: (714) 7302727 or www.lpsasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting.com ASAP# 3976713 05/10/ 2011, 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2095028# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 090151395 Title Order No. 09-8-455353 Investor/ Insurer No. 113596889 APN No. 483-0048-130 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/23/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER." Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by CHERYL A. WALTON AND ROBERT E. WALTON WIFE AND HUSBAND AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 09/23/ 2005 and recorded 10/03/05, as Instrument No. 2005425599, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, will sell on 05/31/2011 at 12:30PM, At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3318 SAN PABLO COURT, UNION CITY, CA, 94587.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $699,496.07. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.

Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 01/13/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3984706 05/10/2011, 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2095008#

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 110009381 Title Order No. 11-0005958 Investor/ Insurer No. 110648837 APN No. 092A-2354-053 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/12/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER." Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by JOSE NAPOLES, AN UNMARRIED MAN, dated 09/12/2005 and recorded 09/21/05, as Instrument No. 2005405264, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, will sell on 05/31/2011 at 12:30PM, At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust.

The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 38067 MANZANITA STREET, NEWARK, CA, 945604501. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $786,807.32. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

DATED: 05/10/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3984517 05/10/2011, 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2095208#

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 110009036 Title Order No. 11-0005860 Investor/ Insurer No. 113404801 APN No. 092A-0512-005 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/22/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER." Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by ANDRE JACKSON AND TIFFANIE RODRIGUEZ-JACKSON, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 08/22/ 2006 and recorded 09/01/06, as Instrument No. 2006334982, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, will sell on 05/31/2011 at 12:30PM, At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 7828 CRESTMONT AVENUE, NEWARK, CA, 94560.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $788,201.17. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.

Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 05/09/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.ASAP# 3983424 05/10/2011, 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2094603#

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 746880CA Loan No. 0696618594 Title Order No. 110070624-CA-MAI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 09-23-2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 05-31-2011 at 12:30 PM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 09-27-2005, Book NA, Page NA, Instrument 2005414584, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California, executed by: MARIA MENDOZA, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, ORO REAL INC, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier's check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier's check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE FALLON STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET , OAKLAND, CA Legal Description: LOT 2, BLOCK 21, MAP OF THE TOWN OF NEWARK, FILED MAY 6, 1878, MAP BOOK 17, PAGE 10, ALAMEDA COUNTY RECORDS Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $581,212.92 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 7862 WELLS AVENUE NEWARK,

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No GM274227-C Loan No 0307373207 Insurer No. 2500024936 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/25/2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made; but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: ARLEEN CONNORSDURAN Recorded 03/06/2003 as Instrument No. 2003129255 in Book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California, Date of Sale: 06/06/2011 at 12:30 P.M. Place of Sale: At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Property Address is purported to be: 7749 PEACHTREE AVE NEWARK, CA 945602239 APN#: 092A-0465-012 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $323,986.60, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52

does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 05/06/2011 EXECUTIVE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, CA 91504-3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 lleanna Petersen, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3974465 05/10/2011, 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2094586# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20110015000909 Title Order No.: 110071345 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/17/2006.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 04/25/2006 as Instrument No. 2006165766 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of ALAMEDA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: FLORIAN R. POBLETE, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 05/31/2011 TIME OF SALE: 12:30 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE FALLON STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET, OAKLAND, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 34358 SANDBURG DR, UNION CITY, CALIFORNIA 94587 APN#: 087-0102-118 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $642,910.05. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES & POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 714-730-2727 www.lpsasap.com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 05/04/2011 ASAP# 3977278 05/10/2011, 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2093505# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee's Sale No. 05-FWA-106529 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/24/2002.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On May 31, 2011, at 12:30 PM, AT THE FALLON STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET, in the City of OAKLAND, County of ALAMEDA, State of CALIFORNIA, REGIONAL SERVICE CORPORATION, a California corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under that certain Deed of Trust executed by HERMAN BLADE, AN UNMARRIED MAN AS SURVIVING JOINT TENANT, as Trustors, recorded on 11/15/2002, as Instrument No. 2002532941, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, State of CALIFORNIA, under the power of sale therein contained, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, for cash, or cashier's check (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States) without warranty express or implied as to title, use, possession or encumbrances, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it as such Trustee, in and to the following described property situated in the aforesaid County and State, to-wit: TAX PARCEL NO. 483 -0101-149 From information which the Trustee deems reliable, but for which Trustee makes no representation or warranty, the street address or other common designation of the above described property is purported to be 4504 LAURA WAY , UNION CITY, CA 94587. Said property is being sold for the purpose of paying the obligations secured by said Deed of Trust, including fees and expenses of sale. The total amount of the unpaid principal balance, interest thereon, together with reasonably estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Trustee's Sale is $343,222.43. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c), the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one or more of the following methods: by telephone, by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting or the borrower has surrendered the property to the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent and that the compliance with Civil Code Section 2923.5 was made at least thirty (30) days prior to the date of this Notice of Sale. Dated: 5/8/2011 REGIONAL SERVICE CORPORATION, Trustee By: MARILEE HAKKINEN, AUTHORIZED AGENT Agent for Trustee: AGENCY SALES AND POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 Telephone Number: (800) 5422550 Sale Information: (714) 730-2727 or http: //www.rtrustee.com ASAP# 3980839 05/10/2011, 05/17/2011, 05/24/2011 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/11 CNS-2093487# Trustee Sale No. 247820CA Loan No. 0679222612 Title Order No. 723542 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/22/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 5/31/2011 at 12:00 PM CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 07/30/2004, Book N/A, Page N/A, Instrument 2004349004 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California, executed by: Patricia G. Cassalia, an unmarried woman, as Trustor, Washington Mutual Bank, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.

Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: At the Fallon St emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St. Oakland, CA Legal Description: As more fully described in said Deed of Trust Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $196,158.27 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 245 Entrada Plaza, Union City, CA 94587 APN Number: 087-0033-129-00 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. Date: 5/4/2011 California Reconveyance Company, as Trustee James Tolliver, Assistant Secretary CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. California Reconveyance Company 9200 Oakdale Avenue Mail Stop: CA2-4379 Chatsworth, CA 91311 800-892-6902 For Sales Information: (714) 730-2727 or www.lpsasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting.com P827356 5/10, 5/17, 05/24/2011 5/10, 5/17, 5/24/11

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Top economist warns of dangers in US debt fight

Q: A government can't increase spending as easily if it has too much debt, which you say makes a country vulnerable. How so?

A: That's the fundamental problem.

You see it when a country loses tax revenues and needs to borrow money. They have wars and natural catastrophes and need to spend to pay for things, reconstruction, bridges. You don't want to be forced in the middle of a recession to raise tax rates (to pay for those things).

That's a disaster.

Q: Politicians use your work to argue for deep spending cuts now to trim our debt. Do you agree?

A: If we tighten too fast, the economy will implode on itself. We didn't get here in two years, and we shouldn't try to get out of it in two years. But at the same time the idea that we can worry about the future later, that's false.

It's not just about cutting spending.

The tax take probably needs to go up. We need to clean up the tax system.

Q: Where would you start?

A: I'm one of many economists who favor scrapping the current system entirely in favor of some form of a flat tax, with a very high deductible for low-income earners.

And you know what? The very wealthy would pay more. They pay less under the current system because there are these smoke and mirrors they can hide behind, all these deductions and all these ways of avoiding taxes.

Q: Your friend and former classmate Ben Bernanke has taken flak for the most recent quantitative easing program, known as QE 2. What do you make of the effort to keep prices from falling through pushing $600 billion into the economy?

A: I thought QE 2 was absolutely right when they did it. But the way quantitative easing works best is you announce a goal and then say you will do whatever it takes (to get there). If you don't have a blank check, it doesn't do much. Because of all the pushback from the Chinese, the Germans and Sarah Palin, they couldn't keep going. The Fed needed a free hand, and it doesn't have one.

A second problem was the Fed was not careful enough to tell the market clearly, ``This is not going to solve all your problems.'' The biggest mistake they made was the suggestion that part of the way quantitative easing operates is through the stock market.

There are all these traders on Wall Street who said, “This means the Fed's got our back. The Fed is just determined to drive up the market.”

Q: What's wrong with traders thinking that?

A: Well, the Fed doesn't have their back. The Fed cares about stable inflation. So the worry now is when these traders see that QE 2 is coming to an end, will they get really depressed and all their trades will unwind? That's the concern.

Q. At Bernanke's first press conference in April, he joked that playing chess with you was a “big mistake.” Most people don't know you're an International Grandmaster. Did Bernanke ever ask for a rematch?

No. I went cold turkey after leaving graduate school. I teach my children how to play (chess) but that's it. I'm completely addicted and need to guard myself from playing. I still think about chess all the time.

Q: Has your expertise in chess helped inform your work?

A: Chess teaches you to think about what the other person is thinking. Obviously, there are other ways besides chess to come to that. Chess is just a disciplined approach. At the IMF, we had crises in Argentina, Brazil, Turkey and Lebanon. And it helped to put myself in their position: “What are they thinking.”

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That's a justification that Obama and congressional Democrats also used for passing the 2010 law that, when fully phased in, will require everyone to have health coverage. Romney touched on the other chief reason as well. Universal coverage can be used to bar insurers from turning away people with “pre-existing conditions,” because patients no longer can wait until they are seriously ill to buy insurance.

Romney portrayed Massachusetts' problems as almost unique. “Our plan was a state solution to a state problem,” he said. Obama's program, he said, “is a power grab by the federal government to put in place a one-size-fitsall plan across the nation.”

But Romney himself noted that it is “actually true in most states” that people receive free treatment in emergency rooms.

Analysts and political strategists were skeptical.

“Romney trotted out the federalism argument once again, calling Obamacare a ‘power grab,’” wrote Jennifer Rubin, a conservative blogger at The Washington Post.

“But conservatives for nearly two years have been arguing that NO government should require individuals to purchase something they don't want.”

Former Sen. Rick Santorum, who also is

seeking the GOP presidential nomination, criticized Romney for trying “to institute the precursor to national socialized medicine.”

“Both Romneycare and Obamacare infringe upon individual freedom,” Santorum said.

Even some of Romney's closest friends seem unmoved. Sen. Jim DeMint, R-S.C., said Romney “had admirable goals of making private health insurance more affordable, but the Massachusetts plan didn't work.”

DeMint had a kinder tone two months ago. He told The Hill newspaper: “One of the reasons I endorsed Romney (in 2008) is his attempts to make private health insurance available at affordable prices. ... He started with some good ideas that were essentially hijacked by the Democrat legislature.”

Before Romney spoke on Thursday, The Wall Street Journal's editorial page - it is influential with many conservatives- wrote that “if he does not change his message” on the Massachusetts health law, “he might as well try to knock off Joe Biden and get on the Obama ticket.”

But changing his message would invite renewed charges that Romney lacks convictions and authenticity.

In his successful 2002 gubernatorial race, and his unsuccessful 1994 bid to un-

seat liberal Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, DMass., Romney took stands he since has renounced. Abortion should be safe and legal, he said at the time, and he vowed to be a stronger advocate for gay rights than was Kennedy. He supported gun control measures and distanced himself from Ronald Reagan.

Romney says he changed his views on those topics after periods of serious re-examination. Still, they leave him open to attacks.

“The big problem for Mitt Romney is he has a conviction problem,” said Neera Tanden, a top adviser to President Bill Clinton and to his wife, Hillary Rodham Clinton, when she was a senator and a presidential candidate. Romney's resume is strong, Tanden said, “but voters don't know what he stands for.”

Turning his back on his landmark Massachusetts health law would exacerbate that problem. Romney said Thursday he is standing by the Massachusetts law “despite the fact it's gone from being seen as an asset to being seen as a liability politically.”

Romney has picked his battle. The outcome may determine whether he is the Republican who will challenge Obama next year.

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were both first place winners. Their posters also appear prominently in the calendar. Each winner was congratulated by an ACWD Board member; winners received award certificates and gift certificates to a local department store.

The Poster and Slogan Contest is an annual event open to 1st6th grade classrooms in the ACWD service area. Over 1,150 students submitted entries this year, representing 39 schools and more than 129 classrooms. ACWD has sponsored the Poster and Slogan Contest since 1998.

The Poster and Slogan Contest is just one element of ACWD’s School Education Program. The Education Program provides local school classrooms with educational resources that stress the various facets of water science and water management with the objective of producing citizens capable of making informed decisions regarding state and local water resources. The education program reaches more than 27,000 students annually throughout the TriCity area.

The following is a list of 2011 winners: Grand Prize Allen Wang * Grade 5 * Chadbourne Elementary School Teacher: Leslie Streight First Place Grades 1-3 Evelyn Chen * Grade 1 * Gomes Elementary School Teacher: Diana Rodrigues First Place Grades 4-6 Luna Jing * Grade 6 * Warm Springs Elementary School Teacher: Ida Wong Poster Winners Diane Jiang * Grade 6 * Weibel Elementary School Jason Tan * Grade 6 * Gomes Elementary School Tavish Mohanti * Grade 2 * Mission Valley Elementary School Gloria Yang * Grade 4 * Chadbourne Elementary School Kaleea Parungao * Grade 6 * Christian Community Schools Krish Kumar * Grade 2 * Warwick Elementary School Savannah Rampola * Grade 4 * Milani Elementary School Saisha Agrawal * Grade 6 * Forest Park Elementary School Tiffany Kwan * Grade 3 * Patterson Elementary School Jared Yuan * Grade 5 * Parkmont Elementary School Honorable Mention Julia Zhan * Grade 1 * Chadbourne Elementary School Katherine Zhang * Grade 2 * Gomes Elementary School Helen Chen * Grade 3 * Gomes Elementary School

Danielle Hsieh * Grade 3 * Mission San Jose Elementary School Elaine Chan * Grade 4 * Weibel Elementary School Julia Ong * Grade 4 * Patterson Elementary School Nancy Zuo * Grade 4 * Weibel Elementary School Su Thwe * Grade 5 * Brier Elementary School Ken Williams * Grade 5 * Patterson Elementary School An-Chi Tsai * Grade 5 * Warm Springs Elementary School Nichole Lim * Grade 5 * Stratford School Joyce Wang * Grade 5 * Chadbourne Elementary School Slogan Winners Vivian Ross * Grade 5 * Mission San Jose Elementary School Wasting water isn’t very nice, if it’s not saved we’ll pay the price Diya Indoliya * Grade 3 * Bunker Elementary School We don’t want water to fade away, so please save water, you’ll be saving the day!

Carlos Gonzalez * Grade 5 * Alvarado Elementary School H2O ain’t going to last, so hurry people and save it fast Cesar Castillo * Grade 3 * Snow Elementary School Water wasters are money wasters Prachi Verma * Grade 5 * Maloney Elementary School Rain, hail, snow, they’re all forms of water you know. Lakes, rivers, creeks, conserve our water please!

Jinee Pathak * Grade 6 * New Horizons School Water is everywhere, in the soil, in the air. Let’s save water for you and me, it is done happily Taarini Hariharan * Grade 5 * Warm Springs Elementary School Don’t tell water “au revoir,” we need to fill the reservoir!

Jamie Mastin * Grade 2 * Kennedy Elementary School Saving a barrel of April showers will help you grow a barrel of flowers Diego Berny * Grade 6 * Brookvale Elementary School If the leaks in your house are zero, to me you’re a super hero!

Isaac Barsky-Ex * Grade 4 * Parkmont Elementary School Saving water everyplace can help protect the human race!

Mingjia Wang * Grade 4 * Weibel Elementary School It will take less time than you think to stop the leaking from your sink Pranav Nagarajan * Grade 5 * Forest Park Elementary School Stop that leak! Proceed with haste! H2O is going to waste!

For more information, contact Frank Jahn, Public Education Specialist at Alameda County Water District (510) 668-4209 or visit www.acwd.org

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Fremont Unified School District Board meeting report Agenda Item - Budget and Finance: Assistant Superintendent of Business, Micaela Ochoa gave an overview of where the district is right now, what monies are available and asked for input on what the public and Board would like our priorities to be if further cuts are to be made. Several community meetings have been held around town, to explain the budget crisis in greater detail.

Even with the uncertainty of the financial situation in Sacramento, the District still needs to go ahead and develop a budget plan. After discussion, Ochoa was given the goahead to build a revenue budget based on a revenue limit reduction of $679 per ADA (Average Daily Attendance).

There may still be changes, but the district will need to consider various options, including class size. Board and Staff have until June 22, to adopt the final budget, but the district is still required by the State, to provide a three-year balanced budget.

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The crowd comprised of scholarship winners, parents, sponsors, special guests, and the general public gathered on the occasion of New Haven Schools Foundation’s Scholarship Cele-

bration Luncheon, held April 22 at the Crowne Plaza.

Following lunch, Cathy O’Brien, president of the NHSF organization and Tony Acosta, board member, welcomed all and introduced the notables. Special guest Stanford football coach, David Shaw, shared a few words.

Then Tony Acosta, also Union City’s deputy city manager, assumed duties as master of cere-

monies. Special awards went to Tri-CED Community Recycling and to Jo Baig from Bank of the West.

Alameda County Supervisor, Nadia Lockyer and Superintendent of New Haven Unified School District, Kari McVeigh, presented the awards to the 44 student winners. After graduation, these seniors will disperse around the country to attend col-

leges. The majority will stay in California; others will go out of state, with one as far away as Boston.

Former Superintendent of New Haven Unified School District (NHUSD) Guy Emanuele, who could not attend due to health reasons, was lauded for his service to the school district, including starting the Foundation 30 years ago.

This year’s New Haven Schools Foundation scholarship awardees.

SUBMITTED BY AKASH DHAWAN Non-profit student group, SOS invites Bay Area community members to sign up for the “Japan Walk-a-thon” on Friday, June 3 at the Mission San Jose High School Track.

The event will benefit victims of the Japan earthquake and tsunami. Although there is no fee to register, funds are raised by students/adults paying per lap walked. Participants can also get sponsors for their walk.

Participants and sponsors may register beginning at 3 p.m. The walk-a-thon starts at 3:30 p.m. A variety of booths will be set up along the path for walkers to receive water and other items.

“This is our first time hosting a walk-a-thon and we hope it will turn out to be a great success,” says Akash Dhawan, Founder of SOS. “With the help of Bay Area businesses and enthusiastic participants, we hope this generates a significant amount of donations which will be given directly to the government of Japan. The greatest need is during the period of rebuilding that will go on for many years.

It is estimated that the cost of rebuilding the nation of Japan will be over 300 billion dollars! We need the community to support this worthwhile event.”

Founded in early 2011 and based in Fremont, SOS is a non-profit group started by three Boy Scouts from Troop 125. They decided that there were few teen-managed organizations whose purpose was to better the local and bay area community. The organization was formed to benefit the community and others around the world in many ways including building benches for schools, planting trees to enhance the city environment and, as in this case, raising money to benefit victims of the Japan earthquake.

Walk-a-thon for Japan earthquake relief Friday, June 3 3 p.m. Registration 3:30 p.m. Walk-a-thon Mission San Jose High School Track 41717 Palm Avenue, Fremont Information: Akash Dhawan: asd94539@yahoo.com Standard Donation: Students with I.D., pay $1 per/lap Adults $2 per/lap Sponsors may designate an amount per/lap or flat donation amount.

May 24, 2011

The Oakland A’s received thanks for donating game tickets to the raffle. Two lucky winners received these desired pieces of ‘cardboard.’

Awards were distributed to the sound of much applause. Attendees were left with the satisfaction of seeing the happy graduating seniors, their families, and sponsors. Good will abounded that day.

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important events that occur during the cycle of life in our community. In order to give a broad and fair opportunity for all citizens to be recognized, a basic listing is offered at no cost. Such announcements may include births, deaths, marriages, anniversaries, bar/bat

mitzvah, Quinceañera, etc. Many cultures celebrate different milestones in life and this list will be as inclusive as possible.

Due to space limitations, only a brief announcement is possible without charge.

Those who decide to publish more extensive information and/or a picture may do so at

low prevailing rates – as low as $35 - on this page. Although every attempt will be made to include announcements in a timely manner, since TCV is published bi-weekly, submissions received after Friday of the week preceding a distribution date may not be published until a later issue.

Obituaries Please contact TCV at (510) 494-1999 or email tricityvoice@aol.com for submissions or further information. Free listings are limited to residents and families of the

Greater Tri-City Area.

Obituaries

Cecilia B. Hurst Scott E. Leavitt RESIDENT OF HAYWARD September 30, 1970 – April 24, 2011

Roy J. Frase RESIDENT OF RIPON July 23, 1927 – May 10, 2011

RESIDENT OF FREMONT April 27, 1935 – May 19, 2011

Marlene W. Purvis RESIDENT OF FREMONT June 19, 1934 – May 20, 2011

Robert E. Ralston RESIDENT OF UNION CITY December 10, 1922 – May 13, 2011

John A. Barry RESIDENT OF UNION CITY April 4, 1923 – May 15, 2011

Janice T. Operin RESIDENT OF FREMONT July 16, 1949 – May 18, 2011

Dora A. Skaates RESIDENT OF SAN MATEO October 29, 1920 – May 18, 2011

E. Richard Martin RESIDENT OF FREMONT April 28, 1915 – May 20, 2011

Berge • Pappas • Smith

Cynthia Vega

Chapel of the Angels

RESIDENT OF OAKLAND August 31, 1963 – May 22, 2011

(510) 656-1226 40842 Fremont Blvd, Fremont

Chapel of the Roses (510) 797-1900 1940 Peralta Blvd., Fremont

FD1007

Award for excellence

Chief Medical Officer appointed SUBMITTED BY PAMELA CORANTE

SUBMITTED BY SHUBHLAXMI BANERJEE Dr. Abhijan Banerjee, a physician at Kaiser Hayward, has been recognized for “Excellence in the field of Medicine” by the All India National Unity Conference May 7 in New Delhi.

Every year awards and recognition is given to men and women from various fields for outstanding service, achievement and contributions. Eminent personalities of India who have received this prestigious award include Mother Teresa, Prof. Kasturiranjan (Chairman, Indian Space Research Organization), Prof. U.R. Rao (Space Commission), Sushmita Sen (Miss Universe 1994), Ambassadors of Russia, China, Philippines, South Africa, Uzbekistan, High Commissioner of Mauritius, and many others.

The award marks the birth anniversary of the Late Shri Rabindranath Tagore, a Bengali poet, novelist, musician, painter and playwright who reshaped Bengali literature and music.

He was the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1913.

Dr. Banerjee is a naturalized US citizen, born and brought up in India, now living in Union City. He completed medical school in India and came to the US for specialty training at North Shore Long Island Jewish [Health System] in New York and now works at Kaiser Permanente as an attending physician in the Department of Medicine. Along with clinical duties, Dr. Banerjee is a physician advisor for Resource Management at the medical center among other administrative roles. He has been awarded “America’s Top Physicians” twice, in 2009 and 2010.

The Alameda Alliance for Health (Alliance) has appointed Lily Boris, M.D., to the position of Chief Medical Officer effective March 1. In her new role, Dr. Boris is responsible for strategic leadership, clinical oversight and delivery of quality and accessible health care across all health plan product lines.

“Dr. Boris will play an integral role as part of the Alliance’s executive team. Her vision and experience will help the Alliance position itself for future opportunities to grow and to continue local health plan support for a public-private health care system,” said Ingrid Lamirault, Chief Executive Officer of the Alliance.

Prior to her appointment at the Alliance, Dr. Boris served as Chief Medical Officer for the Santa Clara Family Health Plan, where she acquired a solid background in Medi-Cal and Medicare regulatory requirements, quality, and compliance. She is a member of the medical staff at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (SCVMC), where she has served as a volunteer faculty member at the Post Acute Transition Care After Hospitalization Clinic since January 2008.

For more information, visit www.alamedaalliance.org or www.alliancecompletecare.org.

Sadler – Philpott marriage Friends, residents and staff of the Masonic Home and Acacia Creek Retirement Community in Union City gathered to witness the marriage of Larry Sadler and Donna Philpott in the Masonic Home Auditorium at 2 p.m. on Friday, May 20, 2011. The couple met when working as volunteers on disaster preparedness committees for both facilities. Vows were exchanged and the couple was loudly applauded as they took their first steps as man and wife.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE

May 24, 2011

Last chance to contribute poems SUBMITTED BY GWENDOLYN MITCHELL AND LAUREL ANDERSON In April, Santa Clara County Poet Laureate Sally Ashton asked the community to participate in a project to compile an online collection of well-loved poems. To be included in the collection, the Poet Laureate reminds residents to submit their poems by Tuesday, May 31, 2011.

“I invite Santa Clara County residents, non-writers and writers, to participate in the creation of a collection of poems that reflect and celebrate our personal experiences with poetry,” said Ashton.

“Whether it's a poem you first read in school or one you came across at a particular moment in your life, let's take note of how poetry has had an impact on our lives, large or small.”

Participants should select one well-known published poem that has proven meaningful at some point in their lives, listing the exact title and author's name. Also include a brief (100 word maximum) written explanation of what the poem means to them. Participants should include their name, city and occupation.

Participants should send their Favorite Poem to the Poet Laureate

by Tuesday, May 31, 2011, via email to poet.laureate@ceo.sccgov.org, with a subject line, Favorite Poem-Your Name.

After the submission period closes, the county's Poet Laureate will publish selected entries at the Poet Laureate blog throughout the year and hold several Read-ins of Favorite Poems throughout the county.

View samples and keep up with the Poet Laureate by subscribing to her blog posts at http://poetlaureateblog.org.

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SUBMITTED BY MRS. JOANNE HONG Newark Junior High School will perform Iz Kamakawiwo’ole’s arrangement of “Over the Rainbow”, sung by approximately 700 students, accompanied by members of the Ukulele Club, faculty members, and danced by the Advanced Choir Club and interested students.

The song will be performed Friday, May 27 during the lunch period when seventh and eighth graders eat together. Traditionally, Leadership students provide Music in the Quad, playing music for the students to enjoy and dance. Leadership is allowing the choir department to take a portion of their time.

Six years ago, the principal at the time suggested that the choirs sing this song, with a dream of someday having the entire student body sing it together. Although he has moved on, the dream lives on and this year, will be realized This performance is dedicated to the importance of music in a full and rounded education, to dream big and join with others in finding their own rainbow place.

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