Patterson Irrigator February 22, 2024

Central Valley residents consider Prop 1

By Marijke Rowland Central

When Californians cast their votes for the March 5 primary, they will see only one statewide initiative on the ballot. How voters decide on Proposition 1 will help shape the state’s policy toward fighting homelessness and providing mental health for years to come.

Supporters have said it will address the “sickest of the sick” among the state’s unhoused population and help ease the state’s homeless problem by focusing on getting those people off the streets, as well as helping homeless veterans.

Opponents have said it will transfer money away from services that keep people out of homelessness in the first place, thus possibly exacerbating the state’s problems. They also say it’s an inefficient way to address the root causes of homelessness in California.

Here is a look at what is at stake in the Central Valley and how things would change – or not –with its passage or failure.

What is Proposition 1?

Prop. 1 is a complex two-part initiative that would represent a significant shift in how county behavioral health services funding is allocated, as well as approve $6.4 billion in bonds to build largely institutional treatment and housing facilities statewide.

What does it have to do with mental health?

Prop. 1 amends the state’s landmark Mental Health Services Act, passed by voters in another ballot initiative in 2004, which levies a 1% tax on personal incomes over $1 million. That “millionaire’s tax” money, which last year raised about $3 billion, has been used since to help pay for mental health services across the state, and cur-

rently accounts for about one-third of all such funding. The rest comes primarily from Medi-Cal and the general fund.

About 95% of MHSA dollars are distributed to counties which then have a considerable amount of leeway to use the funding to pay for their core services ranging from prevention, early intervention, and outreach programs to supporting community-based organizations. The other 5% goes to the state for administration.

San Joaquin County received $51.7 million in MHSA funding so far this fiscal year and Stanislaus County received $37.5 million, according to the Mental Health Services Oversight & Accountability Commission. Nearby Merced County got $21.5

million this fiscal year.

How would it change the Mental Health Services Act?

Prop. 1 amends the MHSA to direct how counties can use their funding. It would require 30% of funds, or roughly $1 billion statewide based on last year’s figures, to go to housing intervention programs.

That’s a major change in how counties typically budget MHSA dollars. About 50% of those housing funds would be directed toward the “chronically homeless” with a focus on encampments, the other half would be for those with mental health and/or substance abuse disorders.

Housing programs could include rental subsidies, transitional housing, shared housing, family housing, hous-

ing projects and more. The housing funds cannot be used for mental health or substance abuse treatment services.

The remaining 70% of county MHSA funds would then need to be split between full-service partnerships (35%) and behavioral health services and support (35%) including workforce education/training and early intervention programs.

It would also change the name of the MHSA to the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) moving forward. What kind of services would potentially lose MHSA/BHSA funding if Prop. 1 passes?

While it is not explicitly spelled out in the proposition, county behavioral health services would need to reallocate about a third of their funding exclusively toward hous-

ing programs. Funding awarded to community-based organizations could be at risk, including prevention and innovation grants which often go toward peerto-peer services that offer early intervention and recovery support.

Opponents have argued that funding for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC groups that provide mental health services like counseling and other resources could be in jeopardy. The initiative encourages counties to move some of their early intervention to Medi-Cal billable services, which could require clinical staffing, to make up for some of the gaps.

Some programs, like the nonprofit Peer Recovery Art Project in Modesto, fear their funding could

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Photos by Meg Matthews/Patterson Irrigator Proposition 1: Katrina Scott (above) sits with her belongings in downtown Patterson. She could be impacted by Propostion 1.

Dealing with homeless at the center of Prop 1

be cut entirely. Founder and CEO John Black has received innovation and prevention/early intervention grants from the county through the MHSA over the years to provide recovery support, support groups, art installations and other events. His most recent grant is for $12,000 to $15,000 a year. Without that, he said he would have to give up his downtown gallery and meeting space.

“This is part of a long line of taking away recovery dollars. People getting proper support to stay healthy are that way because of that proper support. But now they want to drop that,” Black said. “There are unique programs through MHSA that address those populations. But they could be losing some of their funding, including the LGBT movement which has been strong in the mental health area.”

Does Prop. 1 raise taxes to pay for the MHSA/BHSA changes, housing programs?

No, it does not. The “millionaire’s tax” will not be increased to fund the changes to MHSA/ BHSA. But, if passed, the bonds would come out of the state’s general fund, which uses tax revenue.

What will the $6.4 billion in bond pay for?

The other part of the initiative is the bond measure, which would issue $6.4 billion to finance the building of permanent supportive housing as well as voluntary and involuntary behavioral health treatment for those with mental health or substance abuse disorders.

Some $4.4 billion in the bonds would go toward treatment facilities, for both voluntary and involuntary programs. The other $2 billion would be to build or renovate housing for those experiencing homelessness, mental health and/or substance abuse disorders. County officials, community-based organizations and private builders can all apply for the bonds.

The LegislativeAnalysis Office estimates the bonds could pay for some 6,800 treatment beds and 4,350 housing units. Roughly half of those housing units (2,350) would be reserved for veterans experiencing homelessness.

How many homeless people and veterans are there in California? What percentage would Prop. 1 help find housing?

According to count numbers from 2022, the state has some 171,500

unhoused people. About 10,400 of those are veterans. Prop. 1 has the potential to house about 2.5% of the overall homeless population and about 22.5% of the homeless veteran population.

Wasn’t there already a proposition passed to create housing for homeless people experiencing mental illness?

Yes. In 2018 California voters approved “No Place Like Home” –also known as Prop. 2 – which greenlit the use of some $140 million in annual MHSA funding to help repay $2 billion in bonds. That money is being used to create housing for homeless people with mental illness.

The Legislative Analysis Office estimated the bonds would help build “roughly 20,000 supportive housing units.”

But a recent CalMatters investigation has found that five years later, No Place Like Home has finished just 1,797 units across the state.

In northern San Joaquin Valley counties, less than 50 housing units have been built from No Place Like Home funding so far, according to the CalMatters report.

Stanislaus County received $11.7 million

Photo by Marijke Rowland/Central Valley Journalism Cooperative

PROP 1 DISCUSSIONS: State Senator Susan Talamantes Eggman (left)and San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Director Genevieve Valentine (right) attend a Prop.1 forum on February 3, 2024.

Voice opinions about city’s future

By PI Staff Patterson Irrigator

Patterson is in the process of developing a new strategic plan to guide the City’s activities for the next 5 years and your input is wanted!

The goal of the plan is to help the City identify major priorities and create a clear path to achieve those goals.

The planning process is being facilitated by the consulting group Moss Adams. Their aim is to bring together ideas and information from the City Councilmembers, staff, residents, and others. They want to hear from a wide range of residents, so they’ve launched an online survey to gather input. All interested members of the public are invited to fill out a short survey to

share feedback about the City’s mission, vision, values, and strategic goals for the coming years. You can read a draft of the Strategic Plan on the City of Patterson website, then provide feedback via an online survey. The survey will remain open until February 25, 2024.

Moss Adams says they are also happy to receive direct input via email

at any time throughout the strategic plan development process. Send messages to Annie Rose Favreau at annierose. favreau@mossadams. com if you would like to share ideas, concerns, or any other type of feedback that can help shape the strategic plan.

Self defense class for kids

20, 2024.

By PI Staff Patterson

April 20 has been set as this year’s city-wide volunteer event sponsored by Love Patterson. This non-profit started two years ago as a part of the Love Stanislaus County movement. The organization partners with businesses and other nonprofits to turn ideas into tangible results. “Our goal is to make Patterson a more beautiful and enjoyable place to live for everyone,” said Executive Director Kandace Weyrauch. “With the collective efforts of our committed volunteers, Love Patterson was able to provide 1,250-man hours and complete 13 impactful service projects for our community at our

last citywide volunteer day. We firmly believe that by working together we can create lasting change and foster a sense of unity in our community with our volunteer days, programs and initiatives.”

During the 2023 cleanup effort, volunteers picked up trash, painted

deteriorated signs and refreshed landscaping. Information about how to sign up for volunteer duty as well as other ways to contribute to this year’s event can be found by emailing lpca209@gmail. com or visiting their website at lovepatterson.com.

Patterson Irrigator file photo WORKING TOGETHER: Love Patterson coordinates an annual city-wide cleanup. This year it will be held on April

Photo by Jasmine Collins

TAKE THAT: Participants in a self defense class for kids ages 5-15 learn how to kick at the the Hammon Senior Center. This is one of many classes offered by the City of Patterson’s Parks and Recreation Department.

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and has completed 48 units of a planned 73, San Joaquin County received $2 million and completed zero units of a planned 18 and Merced County received $10.6 million and completed zero of a planned 31 units.

How is this related to other recent mental health legislation passed in the state, including CARE Court and SB 43?

Prop. 1 is not explicitly connected to CARE Court, which creates a voluntary pathway for people to receive county behavioral health services through the judicial branch, and SB 43, which expands the definition of “gravely disabled” and thus the number of people who can be forced into involuntary treatment for mental health or substance abuse disorders.

But the three pieces of legislation would work together to give state, county and city governments more authority to treat and house those with severe mental illnesses and substance abuse disorders through voluntary and involuntary means.

Who supports Prop. 1?

Gov. Gavin Newsom has championed the initiative, lending his name and considerable political muscle to the Yes on 1 campaign. The changes to the MHSA were largely authored by Valley-based State Sen. Susan Talamantes Eggman, D-Stockton, who also authored SB 43 which expands who can be involuntarily treated for mental illness or substance abuse issues.

Other top funders include Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria, Sutter Health and State Building & Constructions Trades Council of California. Other major organizations endorsing Prop. 1 include National Alliance on Mental Illness California, California Correctional Peace Officers Association, California Professional Firefighters, California Association of Veteran Service Agencies, California Hospital Association, Kaiser Permanente and SEIU California. The campaign has raised $12 million and ran a local network advertisement during the Super Bowl telecast earlier this month.

Who opposes Prop. 1? Californians Against Prop. 1 is largely a grass-

roots campaign and includes many people working in the behavioral health field currently. The opposition campaign has been endorsed by the League of Women Voters of California, Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, Disability Rights California, Mental Health America in California and Cal Voices. The campaign has raised $1,000.

What are the key arguments for Prop. 1?

Homelessness is an increasing crisis across the state, as anyone who has passed by an encampment or encountered someone in a psychotic break on the streets can attest. The state has the highest rate of unsheltered homeless across the country, with 67.3% of its homeless without a safe or sanctioned place to sleep, according to a 2022 Department of Housing and Urban Development report. Mental health issues are highly prevalent among unhoused Californians, with about two-third (66%) reporting some form of mental health disorder from depression to anxiety to hallucinations, according to a 2023 University of California San Francisco study. But only 18% have received any non-emergency mental health care.

Supporters say the state’s current approach to mental health services, particularly for its most severe cases, is simply not working. Prop. 1 would shift more services toward the chronically homeless, or or the “sickest of the sick” as Eggman has described them, including the people living in encampments with serious mental illnesses or drug addiction.

The proposition would

create more guidelines for how counties could spend their MHSA/ BHSA funding, instead of giving them wide latitude and allowing for different approaches across regions. The first major change to the MHSA in its 20 years is needed, they say, to ensure better efficiency and prioritization by the counties.

“I would hope nobody here is arguing that we maintain the status quo, because the status quo is not acceptable for you, for the people that you treat and for the general public who are saying ‘y’all have to do something,’” Eggman said at a public forum on Prop. 1 in Stockton earlier this month.

What are the key arguments against Prop. 1?

Opponents of Prop. 1, including many people in the behavioral health field, believe the changes could worsen the state’s overall homeless crisis. Early intervention, recovery, and peer support services, often provided by community-based organizations, could be cut thus resulting in more people falling back into their illnesses.

“You're gonna make the mental health crisis worse. If you can't get help you lose hope in yourself. People will end up missing days of work, which is going to make them at risk of losing their housing. So what's also going to create a bigger housing crisis,” said LaTanya Ri'Chard, a Merced-based peer support specialist with the Californian’s Against Prop. 1 campaign.

Studies have shown that mental health issues, while highly prevalent among the unhoused population, are not necessarily the root cause of

the state’s homelessness problem. Instead, loss of income and the state’s affordable housing crisis are the greatest drivers of homelessness, according to the 2023 UCSF study.

Opponents are also concerned about the bond measure’s creation of more involuntary treatment facilities, which they believe could potentially lead to people with severe mental health or substance abuse issues being locked away. They argue the proposition could return California to its pre-1967 LantermanPetris-Short Act days when those with mental illnesses were routinely involuntarily warehoused in state hospitals or psychiatric facilities.

“We have to recognize that just locking

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Photo by Marijke Rowland/CVJC PROP 1.: John Black, fouinder and CEO of the Peer Recovery Art Project, (above) at his Modesto gallery.

POLICE LOG

Patterson Police Services received 225 calls for service, conducted 105 traffic stops and issued 62 citations/warnings through proactive parking enforcement from January 29 –February 4, 2024.

January 29

12:15 a.m. Attempted vehicle theft reported in the 1500 block of Marigold Drive. Reporting party arrived at home and noticed responsible inside father’s truck. The Responsible Persons contacted the subject and the subject jumped into a waiting car nearby and left. No suspect information.

1:08 a.m. Domestic violence incident reported in the 500 block of South 3 rd Street. Verbal argument ensued and negative physical reported. Report taken.

3:43 p.m. Drunk in public reported in the 100 block

FIRE LOG

Patterson Fire Department Febaruary & West Stanislaus Fire

Department February

12-February 18, 2024

February 12

6:18 a.m. Arambel Dr Medical Aid

11:38 a.m. Peregrine Dr False Alarm

2:32 p.m. Morning Glory Dr Medical aid

4:43 p.m. North 2nd St Lift Assist

7:38 p.m. Noble Park Cir Medical Aid

February 13

8:12 a.m. Oak Flat Rd Gas Leak

12:11 a.m. Almond Ave Medical Aid

11:42 p.m. North 6th Street Medical Aid

February 14

The

8:10 a.m. Poplar Ave Canceled

1:07 p.m. Jake Creek Dr Canceled

2:44 p.m. North 2nd St Lift Assist

February 15

3:06 a.m. 3:06 a.m.

Vineyard Ave Lift Assist

9:02 a.m. Millwood Dr Medical Aid

10:00 a.m. East Las Palmas Ave Medical Aid

6:16 p.m.

South Del PuertoAve

Lift Assist

7:10 p.m. Wilson St Medical Aid

February 16

of South 2 nd Street.

8:59 p.m. Resisting arrest reported on North 1 st Street/Juarez Court. Subject was contacted on a bike stop due to not having a bike light. The subject refused to yield to law enforcement while yelling “you’re gonna have to kill me”. Deputies were able to block the path as the subject attempted to challenge the deputies and ultimately was brought down by being tased and transported to the PSC.

January 30

12:53 a.m. Domestic violence incident reported in the 600 block of Logan Way. Verbal only. Report

10:37 a.m. Center St

Public Assist

12:03 p.m. Sperry Ave Medical Aid

8:22 p.m. South I-5

Vehicle Accident

Vineyard Ave

Lift Assist

9:02 a.m. Millwood Dr Medical Aid

10:00 a.m. East Las Palmas Ave Medical Aid

6:16 p.m. South Del PuertoAve Lift Assist

7:10 p.m. Wilson St Medical Aid

February 16

10:37 a.m. Center St

Public Assist

taken.

3:48 a.m. Possession of narcotics reported on Highway 33/ Eucalyptus Avenue. Subject was contacted during a traffic stop suspected of drunk driving. Upon inspection the driver was found to be unlicensed and then spontaneously stated that there were narcotics in the vehicle. Subject was cited and released.

10:44 a.m. Petty theft in the 1000 block of Sperry Avenue. Deputies arrived on scene and spoke with loss prevention in regards to $110 worth of seafood stolen by responsible. Deputies were able to get suspect information and will return for video. Open

12:03 p.m. Sperry Ave Medical Aid

8:22 p.m. South I-5

Vehicle Accident

February 17

12:26 a.m.

Del Puerto Canyon Rd at Diablo Grande Pkwy Medical Aid

12:56 a.m.

Del Puerto Canyon Rd Medical Aid

2:51 a.m.

East Las Palmas Ave Medical Assist

2:53 a.m. Peach Blossom Ln Lift Assist

4:46 a.m. Yellowhammer Dr Medical Assist

12:02 p.m.

On Hartley St at

case.

February 2

4:10 p.m. Theft under false pretenses reported in the 1000 block of Sperry Avenue. Subjects bought merchandise with fake $200 bill and then stole a curler on the way out. Report taken.

February 4

9:10 a.m. Stolen vehicle reported in the 600 block of logan way. Report taken.

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East Las Palmas Ave

Vehicle Accident

12:31 p.m.

On Hills Ferry Rd at East Stuhr Rd

Vehicle accident

1:18 p.m.

California Oak Cir Medical Aid

3:50 p.m.

On Hills Ferry Rd at River Rd

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February 18

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Jake Creek Dr Medical Aid

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A chidren’s look at the Easter Story

By PI Staff Patterson Irrigator

Explaining Easter to children can be a delicate matter, especially for very young children who may not fully understand the tenets of the Christian faith. Although Easter ends with Jesus Christ emerging from his tomb, prior to this glorious miracle there are subjects of betrayal, suffering and death. These religious messages can confound when commingled with the imagery of bunnies delivering chocolates, chicks and pastel-hued eggs. How do well-meaning parents relay the message of Easter without scaring or confusing children?

Temper the message to the audience

A child's age bears consideration when gauging just how much to share about Easter. Between Palm Sunday, when Jesus triumphantly entered

SERMON NOTES

Love is a powerful force in the universe. In fact, there is a day which is set aside for just that, it’s called Valentine’s Day, we all know about this, we just celebrated it with flowers, and cards, and chocolate candies, and I love you’s. Loving others is something we all enjoy, especially if we are returned the favor.

Let me begin with this, this is for those folks who have loved others to the best of their abilities but have never reserved the right to love themselves. We will begin with some scriptures found in Mark 12:30-31, 30."And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength: this is the first commandment”. 31. “And the second is like, namely this, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. There is none other commandment greater than these”. At this moment, we will be dealing with the statement in the Bible: “Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself.”. Let me start by asking you a question. Have you ever met someone or known someone who has absolutely hated themselves without question? To be able to identify such an individual, one must take note: of how critical they are towards themselves. They will usually criticize how they look, how tall they are, how they speak, or how they act, to

Jerusalem, to Easter Sunday's Resurrection, the story of Easter features torture and death - which are topics not easily digested by anyone, especially children. Even the core symbol of the Christian faith - the crucifix - is shocking.

For the youngest children, the extent of the torture and betrayal can be muted. For example, parents may say that Jesus was bullied and made fun of and that people didn't believe him when he spoke. Parents can note that even some of the closest friends to Jesus had their doubts. This may be easier for kids to digest because it's something they may relate to. Children may not understand the death on the cross; it's even challenging for adults to wrap their minds around that visual. It briefly can be mentioned that he was placed on a

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some folks this would be something of none importance basically, some folks just don’t care, but in reality, people are critical of themselves because they just don’t love themselves, sad isn’t it?

Now back to the Bible verse about loving our neighbor as our ourselves. Let me say something which may seem a little harsh: we as humans do not know how to love ourselves as we should, and because of it, it has decreased the level of ability, to love others, guess what? if we hate ourselves, we will hate our neighbors and a neighbor can be anyone, but if we truly love ourselves, we will truly love others. So what is the solution, to loving others a little bit better, the solution is: we must learn to love ourselves, and be less critical of ourselves and accept how God has made us, weather we be tall, short, blue eyed, brown eyed, black skinned, brown, white, no matter the color, for God’s creation comes in many colors, shapes and sizes. When we learn to love ourselves, we will truly learn to love our neighbors and the world will be a better place to live in.

cross, as was customary during that era, but forgo the finer details.

Focus on the Resurrection

Parents will not want to talk about death without ending on the high note of Jesus' Resurrection. Remind children that Christ's death was temporary and that He now always will be with adults and children. Read passages from scripture that exemplify the Good News and the happy components of the Easter celebration. Explain secular images

Young children may be more focused on the commercial images of Easter rather than the religious ones. Parents may want to gear symbolism toward the religious explanations and focus their traditions thusly. Baking hot cross buns can be fun and showcase the crucifix. Explain how eggs are representative of Jesus Christ's new

life when coloring them is another way to cut through mixed messages. Read books

Some authors already have taken the challenge out of explaining Easter to children. Visit a religious bookseller, the church or a bookstore to find Easter stories geared to children.

Parents can decide how to explain Easter to their children. Many moms and dads have found that focusing on the joyful aspects of Christ's resurrection story is a simple, enjoyable way to explain Easter.

Photo by Metro Creative TEACHING CHILDREN ABOUT THE STORY OF LENT AND EASTER: Parents and caregivers can focus more on some parts of the Easter story than others depending on the age of the child.

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Patterson’s Past

25 Years Ago 1999

The Bank of America Award winners have been announced at Patterson High School. They are Cherry Zamora and Sherre Gillaspy, Fine Arts; Elizabeth Culebro, Liberal Arts; Allan Stehli, Science and Math.

Six Patterson wrestlers have advanced to the Small-School Sections.

Freshman Matt Azevedo (103), Junior Johnny Azevedo (130), Senior Nathan Vannatta (140), Junior Shawn Martinez (145), Senior Aaron Mejia (171) and Junior Artie Rivera (heavyweight).

The Patterson girls (18-9 overall, 10-4 TVL), runners-up in the Trans Valley League behind co-champions Ripon Christian (19-9, 11-3) and Escalon (199, 11-3), will open the Division IV playoffs on the road against Dixon.

For the fourth time in his coaching career and the third time in five years Dave Klein Tigers are TVL Champions. The Tigers started league play 1-3 and then went on a 10-game winning streak to win the title. Patterson will host St. Helena in the first round of the Division IV playoffs.

50 Years Ago 1974

El Solyo Village announced it will add 12 duplex units, increasing its number to 46.

Brenda Barsamian and Rolin ¨Ron¨ Wade, both PHS seniors, have been given the Bank of America Awards for Liberal Arts and Math and Science.

Work on the new Westley sewer plant has begun.

The fate of the mas-

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The Patterson Irrigator, estab-

On this day in 1980, the US hockey team defeated the heavily favored Soviet Union, 4-3 in one of the biggest upsets in Olympic history. The Americans went on to win the Gold Medal.

Today’s Birthdays:

•George Washington (1732) 1st President of the United States

sive and majestic pillars on the front of the main Patterson High School building is to be determined. A citizens’ committee will meet next week to discuss the possibility of saving all four.

Herlinda Gonzalez has been elected president of the Grayson Parents Club.

75 Years Ago 1949

A fire last Friday destroyed the home of Manuel Sequeira at Eucalyptus and Elm Avenues. Neighbor June Spencer turned in the alarm.

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Robinson will manage the Waffle Shack for owner Charles Gervasoni.

The enrollment at Modesto Junior College has climbed to 987.

Three PHS students participated in the Lions Club student speakers’ contest. They were Joyce Penney, Bob Chadwick, and David Knutson.

100 Years Ago 1924

High School students are taking advance sales of the ¨Del Puerto” the schools yearbook. It will cost $1 a copy.

Those who enjoy a drive to Yosemite will be pleased to know that Big Oak Flat Road is to be re-routed, dropping grades from a high of 18% to 4%.

Patterson businesses are staging a Dollar Day sale this Saturday, offering such items as 16 pounds of sugar, six pounds of shoulder veal roast, 36 bars of Lenox soap, 10 cans of corn, house dresses, a pair of silk hose and 13 pounds of California almonds each for $1.00.

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American actor (Father Knows Best, Marcus Welby M.D.).

•Sheldon Leonard (1907) TV producer (Danny Thomas Show, Dick Van Dyke Show).

•Sparky Anderson (1934) American baseball Hall of Fame manager for the Cincinnati Reds.

•Edna St Vincent Millay (1892) poet/dramatist/ feminist (Harp WeaverPulitzer Prize).

•Robert Young (1907)

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•Chet Walker (1940) Hall of Fame basketball player for the Philadelphia 76ers (8-time all-star).

•Kyle Maclachlan (1959) American actor (Blue Velvet, Twin Peaks).

•Steve Irwin (1962) Australian naturalist and TV personality (The Crocodile Hunter).

•Drew Barrymore (1975) American actress (E.T., Wedding Singer, Charlie’s Angels).

Today’s Sports Fact: Hall of Famer Julius ¨Dr.J¨ Erving is considered one of the greatest basketball players of all

time. He won 4 MVP awards, 3 Championships and was an 11-time allstar.

Hold predators accountable Opinion Editorial

By Marie Alvarado-Gil Ca. State Senate 4th District

As a mother of children who are now adults, I recall being haunted by the possibility of having their safety compromised by a child predator, or a Sexually Violent Predator (SVP), no less. Are they safe walking home from school? Do their friends live in safe neighborhoods? Sexually Violent Predators have earned their title – they have been convicted of heinous crimes and diagnosed with severe mental disorders. They have legally been labeled as such and they present a clear danger to our neighborhoods and families.

Becoming a Sexually Violent Predator does not happen by accident. These are individuals who have committed egregious acts of sexual violence and have been diagnosed with a mental disorder that predisposes them to reoffend. Traditional rehabilitation methods are often unsuccessful and require specialized treatment and intensive supervision. The vast majority of these predators have a lengthy history of sexual violence dating back decades.

In California, we have legislation in place to address the management of Sexually Violent Predators, notably Senate Bill 1034, which went into effect in 2023. This bill aimed to enhance oversight and management by providing clearer guidelines for an SVP’s release and supervision. However, despite these efforts, significant loopholes per-

sist in the law. One glaring gap allows Sexually Violent Predators to be released on transient status – in other words, they are permitted to reside in an RV-like trailer in communities, as long as schools or daycares are not nearby. This provision is deeply troubling; these individuals could potentially live next door to families, putting our loved ones at risk. This cannot be tolerated. Currently, my district faces a pressing issue, with five sexually violent predators slated for release. These individuals have committed unspeakable acts, and it is my duty – along with my colleagues in the legislature – to ensure these predators do not pose a threat to society upon their release. In the 13 counties I represent, predominantly rural communities, we often witness the dumping of Sexually Violent Predators into our neighborhoods. This practice places an undue burden on our already vulnerable communities. Right now, there are 21 Sexually Violent Predators who are eligible for release across the state, and an additional 14 who are pending release through the Department of State Hospitals’ (DSH) Conditional Release Program (CONREP). It’s already challenging enough for the DSH to find suitable housing for these predators – to consider transient status for an SVP’s release is beyond preposterous, and I don’t want to imagine what the future holds if that was to become the case.

What’s equally as disturbing is the misinterpretation of SB 1034 by the DSH and some local courts. Current law states any Sexually Violent Predator pending release must be released into their county of domicile. Additionally, the DSH must form a public housing committee and publicly post meetings to involve residents and county leaders. If the DSH is unable to find suitable housing for the individual in their county of domicile, they must petition the court under “extraordinary circumstances” to restart the housing search in the newly identified county. In 2022, Amador County fought vehemently to keep a Sexually Violent Predator from being released into its jurisdiction and won in 2023, after SB 1034 passed. Now, Merced County is in the same position, as a recent ruling by the Stanislaus County Superior Court –the county of domicile for the predator – stated he is to be released in Merced County this month.

The decision-making process surrounding the

placement of Sexually Violent Predators remains shrouded in mystery. We don’t know who’s making the decisions. We don’t know how the decisions are being made. This lack of transparency only fuels public distrust and exacerbates the challenges we face. We cannot continue to ignore these glaring issues. We owe it to our communities to take strong action to address these loopholes and ensure the safety of our residents. This means strengthening oversight mechanisms related to the Department of State Hospitals, closing the gaps in our laws that allow Sexually Violent Predators to evade accountability, and advocating for increased funding for mental health resources, especially in rural communities. Its time to put an end to the dangerous practice of allowing Sexually Violent Predators to roam freely in our communities. Our families deserve better, and I am pledging to work with my fellow colleagues in the legislature to bring change.

people up doesn't solve our societal problems or our human condition. It just hides the problem,” said Paul Simmons, co-founder of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance and part of the No campaign.

How would Prop. 1 be administered if passed?

The state would administer the changes and oversight and would increase its percentage of millionaire’s tax funding from its current 5% to 10%. That would result in about $140 million staying with the state instead of the counties.

If passed, how long would it take for the initiative’s changes to go into effect?

If the initiative passes this March, counties will have an 18-month transition window to

enact all its changes. The proposition must be in full effect by July 1, 2026, in all counties.

San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Director Genevieve Valentine said it is expected to cost the county $1.7 million in administrative costs to make the necessary changes in both infrastructure and transparency to enact all of Prop. 1. Of that, $900,000 would be ongoing annual administrative costs.

Stanislaus County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Director Tony Vartan declined to comment or answer questions on Prop. 1, citing California Government Code 3206 which prohibits public officials from “participating in political activities of any kind while in uniform.”

Teens can soak up good vibes

By PI Staff Patterson Irrigator

The 9th annual Youth Empowerment Conference is taking place on Saturday, February 24 in Patterson. The free event is open to all 7th-12th grade students throughout Stanislaus County. High school seniors are eligible to apply for $500 scholarships.

Event coordinators promise dynamic speakers. Plus, there will be free food and a raffle! 8: 00 a.m. is the kickoff for the conference which will be held at at the Patterson School District Offices located at 530 Keystone Blvd.

City Manager retiring in May

By PI Staff Patterson Irrigator

After a dozen years as the chief administrator of Patterson, City Manager Ken Irwin says he’s retiring. According to a press release, Irwin’s last day with the city will be May 31, 2024.

"It has been an incredible honor to serve the Patterson community as City Manager,” expressed Irwin. “I am proud of the dedication, and hard work of the entire community and I am confident the community will continue to lead the city towards even greater heights and continued success.”

Mayor Michael Clauzel sang Irwin’s praises at Tuesday’s City Council meeting.

“I want to tell the com-

munity how grateful I am to have had him being the City Manager when I became Mayor,” said Clauzel. “I wouldn’t have been able to do it without him. He was truly a teacher in every single way. And this community would not be where we are today without his leadership. I can’t reiterate that enough. I mean I understand that there were some people that had some questions and concerns - I want to lay them all to rest. The man has done a service to this community that is unbelievable. So, Ken thank you very much from the bottom of my heart for all the leadership you displayed all these years.”

No word yet on Irwin’s replacement.

Patterson Irrigator file photo

TEEN EMPOWERMENT: The Youth Empowerment Conferences will be on February 24, starting at 8:00 a.m.

Patterson Irrigator file photo

RETIREMENT ANNOUNCED: City Manager Ken Irwin (above) says he’s retiring at the end of May. No word yet on his replacement.

Best of Fast Talk by Ron Swift

There’s a celebration a-comin’ to Patterson...

This column was originally published in 2013

There’s a celebration a-comin’ that many Pattersonites won’t want to miss.

And you probably couldn’t miss it if you wanted to, unless you schedule your vacation to be out of town.

The Big Party is still a while off — 2015 to be exact — but it promises to be just that – BIG.

I’m referring to the celebration recognizing the 100th anniversary of the first class to graduate from Patterson Union High School. That class numbered only six — or seven, depending on the list in front of you. Interestingly, those six were still living in 1984 and all returned to Patterson that year to serve as grand marshals of the community’s Diamond Jubilee/ Apricot Fiesta parade.

But back to our history lesson.

Local voters approved a high school district in 1913. The first high school classes started 100 years ago next week, meeting in the Patterson Grammar School building, later renamed Las Palmas School.

Soon thereafter, voters approved a large bond issue to build a new high school building. The impressive structure was not completed until March 1915, so those first graduates were in the new facility only about three months.

And why did the high school have the word Union in its title?

That’s because the high school district’s boundaries were contiguous with those of the three elementary school districts in this area – Patterson, Grayson and Rising Sun. The eighth-grade graduates from those districts all went to Patterson Union High School.

Of course, long-time residents remember (I hope you do) that the three elementary schools and the high school district unified into one back in 1964. That dropped Union from the high school name and established one administration and one Board of Trustees of the Patterson Unified School District to operate and govern all of our local schools.

But scratch your head on this one. This year’s Patterson High senior class, the class of 2014, is the 10oth to graduate from PHS. However, the plan is to commemorate the 100th anniversary of that first class back in 1915.

So, congratulations to this year’s seniors who have the distinction of being class No. 100. Their yearbook plans to recognize that distinction in a big way, as it should.

And in 2015 … that’s the big celebration year. A planning committee currently is being organized and already has some 10 members. Hopefully a celebration agenda will be in place by next spring.

Don’t worry. There will be plenty of tasks to tackle by school organizations, civic clubs, church groups, various PHS classes, the Historical Society, and of course all you PHS grads who are interested in getting together for a good time.

THE FINAL OUTCOME

Those following the saga of our new dog, the attack of our old cat, HM’s (Housemate’s) intervention, and her subsequent visit to the hospital are informed that she is now recovering nicely at home.

A severe infection hospitalized her for five days, but she came home with her hand intact and thankfulness for good medical care. Fortunately, I find she can still run the vacuum

with one hand, as well as water the plants, do the laundry, feed the cats, etc.

Of necessity, I’ve learned how to change fitted sheets, and find it’s darned more difficult than it looks. In fact, I could use three hands.

And the other day, HM loudly chuckled when reading a column in the Chronicle written by a reporter for that newspaper.

It seems the woman was bitten in the middle of the night by her cat, who was alarmed at a raccoon glaring in the bedroom window. But the point of her column was to complain about the cost of medical care – in her case over $13,000 for a 36-hour stay in the hospital.

We haven’t yet received the total cost billed to our insurance carrier, but it will make $13,000 look like peanuts.

Then HM had another chuckle. (She’s good-natured.) It came in the way of a get-well card sent by her cousin Jim, which read:

“People who think LAUGHTER is the BEST MEDICINE apparently have never tried MORPHINE.”

She readily agreed.

WISH I’D SAID IT

A while back, a great man said: “One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being governed by inferiors.” – Plato

FOR THE SPORTS FAN

Attention, pro scouts: I hope you kept an eye on the recent Little League tournament.

A 13-year-old Chula Vista pitcher threw an extra-inning no-hitter early in the tourney to lead his team to a 3-0 victory. He’s 6’4”, weighs 166 pounds and must be scary looking to batters only 46 feet away.

But wait. The opposing pitcher was 6’3” and tips the scales at 219

pounds. And he’s only 12 years of age. Yikes! Wait ’til the kid grows up.

Sign ’em up before they wear out their arms in high school.

By the way, those championship-winning Japanese players were quite the ball players. They deserved to win.

AND FINALLY…

With the economy the way it’s been, we’re all concerned about employment. Thus let me pass along comments recently received via email.

“My first job was working in an orange juice factory, but I got canned. Couldn’t concentrate. Then I worked in the woods as a lumberjack, but just couldn’t hack it, so they gave me the axe.”

There’s more, folks, many more. The list is long.

Girls fall to St.Francis

By Jorge Marciel Patterson

In an intense playoff showdown between Patterson and St. Francis, both teams showcased their resilience and determination on the court. The game kicked off with a shaky start, as neither team managed to secure a bucket until Macyn

Cozart of Patterson nailed a spot-up jumper at 6:05, giving her team an early 2-0 lead.

The score was 6-2 Patterson trailing when Daneilla Garcia drove the lane and was fouled.

Garcia hit one of two free throws, and Nevaeh Goins got the offensive rebound and kicked it back out to Garcia at the three-point line, where Garcia then put up a dagger from long distance to tie it at 6 apiece.

Bueno hits a nice deep bucket to make it 8-13.

Goins brings in a rebound and lays it up to make it 10-15.

Patterson trailed 15-10 after the first quarter.

The second quarter saw Patterson struggling to find their rhythm offensively, while St. Francis capitalized on their opportunities to extend their lead to 26-11 at halftime.

Garcia kept possession alive on multiple occasions, and Patterson struggled to put up quality shots, at times chucked up shots out of frustration. But Musson kept her composure and battled for defensive rebounds and anchored the defense with Garcia.

With 2:49 left in the second, Patterson trailed 24-10. Some Patterson

fans seemed worried, while some remained optimistic and seemed to keep their faith in the Tigers.

Jayla Bueno drove the lane like a wrecking ball at 1:32 and got fouled, resulting in one of two free throws made. Bueno wrestled for a loose ball and came away with a positive result as usual.

Halftime score:

Patterson down 26-11.

The third quarter saw Patterson showing signs of resurgence, with players like Naveah Goins and Musson stepping up on defense and offense.

Mason hit a deep 3 to make it 19-26, and then Goins played in a tear drop layup to make it 21-29 with around 4 minutes left in the 4th. Musson brought in an offensive rebound and wrestled her way to a good spot under the basket, being patient, backing down, and sizing up her opponent before putting up a graceful layup to make it 23-29.

Musson made a big 3 to make it 26-36. The Tigers kept their composure, taking better quality shots and taking the ball inside the paint instead of shooting the ball from downtown. St. Francis kicked the lead back up to 14 points to close out the 3rd quarter.

Starting the fourth, Patterson struggled on offense but played seemingly well on occasion on defense, except for when St. Francis got lucky and made it.

With 5:40 left in the 4th, it was 45-28. Musson drove to the lane and got fouled extra hard by a St. Francis defender. Musson

Musson finishes strong

By Jorge Marciel Patterson Irrigator

made both free throws.

Patterson was down 45-32 with over 3:50 left.

Mason and Goings double-teamed a St. Francis player and got fouled. Mason then drove down the court and made another layup over a defender to make it 36-47.

The final score was 36-50.

Despite the loss, Patterson displayed commendable resilience and teamwork throughout the game, showcasing their potential for future success.

In a season filled with challenges and triumphs, Siena Musson emerged as a beacon of leadership and determination for her team. Throughout the 23/24 season, Musson's unwavering grit and exceptional skills shone in all 28 games she played.

Amidst moments of frustration and adversity, Musson's resilience stood out as she navigated through obstacles, emerging even stronger. Her ability to maintain composure and uplift her teammates during instances of miscommunication showcased her invaluable leadership qualities.

Averaging an impressive 14.1 points per game, Musson led the charge for her team, tallying an outstanding 396 points over the course of the season. Additionally, her prowess on the court extended beyond scoring, as she amassed an impressive 243 rebounds, demonstrating her tenacity and physical presence under the basket.

Musson's impact transcended individual statistics, as she also played a pivotal role in creating opportunities for her teammates, racking up 57 assists and 63 steals

throughout the season.

Her versatility was further highlighted by her defensive prowess, particularly in shot-blocking, where she amassed an impressive 43 blocks.

One standout performance came on February 1st, when Musson showcased her dominance with a remarkable 6 blocks in a single game against El Capitan, leaving spectators in awe of her defensive prowess.

As Musson reflects on her senior campaign, it's evident that her growth and contributions were

instrumental in her team's success. Building upon her junior season, where she also exhibited stellar performances, Musson's journey serves as a testament to her dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence.

In conclusion, Siena Musson's remarkable senior season leaves an indelible mark on the annals of the sport, cementing her legacy as a formidable player and an exemplary leader on and off the court.

Photo by Jorge Marciel GIRLS BASKETBALL: Daneilla Garcia looks for a way out of tight defensive pressure by St.Francis players.

Photo by Jorge Marciel

SENIOR STAR: Siena Musson prepares to shoot a three pointer.

Photo by Jorge Marciel

SENIOR STAR: Siena Musson shoots over en El Capitan player.

Irrigator

Photo by Jorge Marciel GIRLS BASKETBALL: Nevaeh Goins does a pregame handshake with Jayla Bueno during player introductions.

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decree changing names as follows:

PRESENT NAME:

RAFAEL SANCHEZ ZAPIEN

PROPOSED NAME:

RAFAEL ZAPIEN

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in the matter shall 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 le 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 led, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Date: MAR

NOTICE OF HEARING

05, 2024 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept. 21, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF STANISLAUS, STANISLAUS COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT, CIVIL DIVISION, 6TH FLOOR, 801 10TH STREET, MODESTO CA 95354

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: Patterson Irrigator

Date: 1/17/2024

/s/ John R. Mayne, Judge of the Superior Court Feb 1,8,15,22

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

2024-0209

The following person (persons) is (are) doing business BMF BOOKS, 3105 Rochdale Drive, Modesto, CA 95355

Stanislaus County Benjamin Matthew Frizzell

3105 Rochdale Drive Modesto, CA 95355

This business is conducted by An Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious business name or names listed above 01/01/2024.

/s/ Benjamin M. Frizzell 2/1,8,15,22

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Niesha Traysan Silva as Guardian Ad Litem for Gordon Scott Thomas, Jr., a minor

NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to le a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plainti . A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can nd these court forms and more information at the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the ling fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not le your response on time, you may lose the cases by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warming from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot a ord an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonpro t legal services program. You can locate these nonpro t groups at the California Legal Services Web site(www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. Aviso! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion. Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las cortes de California

(www.sucorte.ca.gov) en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado oen la Corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero, y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin nes de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin nes de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifnornia.org) en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, ( www.sucorte.ga.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiende que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

The name and address of the court is: (El nombre, y direccion de la corte es):

The Superior Court of California, County of Stanislaus, 801 10TH STREET, 4th Floor, Modesto, CA 95354

The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es):

Albert G. Stoll, Jr., A Law Corporation

Albert G. Stoll, Jr. 55 Francisco Street, Suite 403 San Francisco, Ca 95354 (415)576-1500

Date: (Fecha) Oct. 18, 2017 Clerk by, (Secretario) Erin Barnett Deputy (Adjunto)

Feb. 15, 22, 29, March 7--2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

2024-0250

The following person (persons) is (are) doing business DELORES VALLEY FARMS, 11331 Raines Rd, Patterson, CA 95363

Stanislaus County Kenneth Eugene Bays 11331 Raines Rd Patterson, CA 95363

Donald Moeller

1276 Durant Ct Walnut Creek, CA 94596

This business is conducted by A General Partnership.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious business name or names listed above N/A.

/s/ Kenneth Bays -General Partner 2/8,15,22,29

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

2024-0002

The following person (persons) is (are) doing business WOODS PIZZERIA, 2654 Topeka St, Riverbank, CA 95367-0000

Stanislaus County

Michael Woods

2654 Topeka St Riverbank, CA 95367-0000

This business is conducted by An Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious business name or names listed above n/a.

/s/ Michael Woods 2/15,22,29,3/7 FICTITIOUS

• PUBLIC NOTICE

2024-0030

The following person (persons) is (are) doing business GRANDPA MOTOR CARS, 216 I Street, Ste C, Patterson, CA 95363

Stanislaus County Noor Ahmad Kror

216 I Street, Ste C Patterson, CA 95363

This business is conducted by An Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious business name or names listed above n/a.

/s/ Noor Ahmad Kror 2/15,22,29,3/7

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

2024-0028

The following person (persons) is (are) doing business EMPRESARIOS BARBER COLLEGE LLC, 28 S. Del Puerto Ave, Patterson, CA 95363

Stanislaus County Empresarios Barber College LLC 28 S. Del Puerto Ave Patterson, CA 95363

This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious business name or names listed above n/a.

/s/ Adam Vargas Juarez-CEO (Chief Executive O cer) 2/1,8,15,22

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

2023-2911

The following person (persons) is (are) doing business VIBE ATHLETICS, 656 Bitritto Ct, Modesto, CA 95356

Stanislaus County

Matthew Brown

639 Bascule Dr Oakdale, CA 95361

Anthony Enwiya 1712 Legend Ct Modesto, CA 95357

This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious business name or names listed above 04/01/2023

/s/ Anthony Enwiya -General Partner 2/8,15,22,29

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME Original File#2023-0027

The following person (persons) listed below have abandoned the use of the following ctitious business name of VIBE ATHLETICS, 509 Armstrong Way, Suite F, Oakdale, CA 95361, 639 Bascule Dr, Oakdale, CA 95361

The ctitious business name referred to above was led in Stanislaus County on 12/28/2023

Vibe Athletics, LLC

639 Bascule Dr. Oakdale, CA 95361

Candice Brown

639 Bascule Dr. Oakdale, Ca 95361

This business was conducted by an A General Partnership.

/s/ Matthew Thomas Brown-COO (Chief Operating O cer) 2/8,15,22,29

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

2024-0169

The following person (persons) is (are) doing business MONUMEILANGI PRODUCTS, 1449 Jake Creek Dr, Patterson CA 95363

Stanislaus County Luseane Tupouata 1449 Jake Creek Dr Patterson, CA 95363

This business is conducted by An Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious business name or names listed above 01/22/2024.

/s/ Luseane Tupouata -Owner 2/15,22,29,3/7

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS For Bookkeeping - Adult School Program

Patterson Uni ed School District BID# 23/24-AE-BK/MO-2

The Patterson Joint Uni ed School District (PJUSD) is accepting proposals from experienced and quali ed educational institutions to provide Bookkeeping/Microsoft o ce trainings to adult students as part of the District’s Adult Education Program. Visit: www.patterson.k12.ca.us for a full description of the RFP. https://www.patterson.k12.ca.us/district/departments/ scal-services/purchasing-transport

PJUSD will contract with a quali ed proposer to provide this training within the following guidelines:

1. Proposer will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in providing this training to adults.

2. Proposer will provide the classroom training in Patterson, California at a classroom provided by PJUSD equipped for this purpose. Class times will be evenings.

3. Class size will be up to 25 students per class.

4. The initial contract will be for a total of 3 classes containing one of each of the following: Bookkeeping, Bookkeeping Advanced and Microsoft o ce; Spring 2024. The contract may be extended for additional years upon good performance.

5. Proposer will record daily attendance of students using a software program. Proposer will provide to PJUSD upon request; reports on student progress, class completion rates, State exam pass rates, and job placement information.

6. Proposer will possess a minimum of $1 million in general liability insurance and will list PJUSD as additional insured.

7. Proposer will provide Worker’s Compensation Insurance to its employees per California State Law.

8. PJUSD will recruit students and refer them to the Proposer for enrollment into the class.

9. Proposer will invoice PJUSD for services provided on a cost-reimbursement basis. Proposer will submit invoices to PJUSD on a monthly basis. PJUSD will pay invoice within 30 days of its receipt.

Bookkeeping

1 Class Location: Del Puerto High School classroom, Patterson, CA

Services: Contractor to provide education/training in the following areas:

• Electronic Bookkeeping Fundamentals

• Accounts Payable

• Accounts Receivable

• Payroll Processing

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

• Budgeting Basics

• Punctuation and Vocabulary

• Grammar Review

• Resume Development

Job Search Techniques

Advanced Bookkeeping

1 Class Location: Del Puerto High School Patterson, CA

Services: Contractor to provide education/training in following areas:

Accessing the General Ledger and analyzing transactions

Establishing and managing multiple company les

• Setting up multiple bank accounts and transferring funds between accounts

• Managing Petty Cash Accounts

• Working with and understanding the Big 3 Financial Reports - Pro t & Loss; Balance Sheet; and Statement of Cash Flows

• Importing and Exporting data in QuickBooks to other software packages

• All Students completing this class will have the opportunity to sit for the QuickBooks Certi cation exam with proctor fees waived.

Microsoft O ce Suite

1 Class

Location: Del Puerto High School classroom, Patterson, CA

Contractor to provide education/training in the following areas:

• The fundamentals of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint including:

• Creating, saving, and retrieving word processing documents

• Using Microsoft Word tools to compose documents - AutoCorrect, Spelling, Grammar, Thesaurus, Fonts, and Typestyles.

• Working with formulas in Excel, including compound and embedded formulas

• Using keyboard shortcuts to work with spreadsheets

• Developing charts o of spreadsheets

• Editing and implementing Content Layouts in PowerPoint

• Creating slide masters and placeholders

• Animating slides and elements and incorporating music

• Publishing slideshows on Facebook and the World Wide Web

Please provide a written proposal that addresses the following items:

1. A description of the Microsoft O ce Suite Program that you propose to provide for students of the Patterson Adult School. Include a listing of the subject areas to be taught, instructional methods and books, materials, and other teaching aides to be used.

2. A listing of all sta who will be involved in the provision of the program, including teachers, administrators, and aides. Provide information on their background, experience, and all educational degrees, diplomas, certi cations, licenses, and other quali cations related to the provision of this program.

3. Historical program completion, State examination passage rate, and training-related job placement data for your institution. Also please provide proposed performance rates for Patterson Adult School students in the above areas.

4. Information on any and all certi cations that students will receive upon successful completion of the program.

PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS

Please provide a written proposal that addresses the following items:

5. A description of the Training Program that you propose to provide for students of the Patterson Adult School. Include a listing of the subject areas to be taught, instructional methods and books, materials, and other teaching aides to be used, and a proposed class schedule.

6. A listing of all sta who will be involved in the provision of the program, including teachers, administrators, and aides. Provide information on their background, experience, and all educational degrees, diplomas, certi cations, licenses, and other quali cations related to the provision of this program.

7. Information on any and all certi cations that students will receive upon successful completion of the program.

BUDGET

Please provide information on the costs of the program that will be invoiced to PJUSD. Submit a breakdown of the applicable costs as follows, based on 3 classes of 25 students each:

• Salaries, including bene ts for each sta involved in the provision of the program

• Books, equipment, uniforms, exam fees, and any other necessary supplies

• Software licenses

• Contracts with other agencies for the provision of services/supplies

• Travel costs

• Administrative and overhead costs related to the provision of the program

• Total cost of the contract for the two classes to be provided.

• Cost per student based on 2 classes of 25 students.

Please note that PJUSD will pay on a cost per student basis. Every attempt will be made to enroll 15 students in each class. In the event that PJUSD is unable to refer 25 students to a class, Proposer will have the opportunity to ll any vacant student openings with non-PJUSD students.

PROPOSAL DEADLINE

All proposals are due by February 29, 2024 2:00 PM. Proposals received after this deadline will not be considered. District O ce hours are Monday – Friday 7:30am to 4:30pm.

Please submit an electronic or hard copy proposal to:

Purchasing Department

Re: Bid# 23/24-AE-BK/MO-2

510 Keystone Blvd Patterson, CA 95363 ameza@patterson.k12.ca.us

NPP0446199

APN: 025-031-044-000 TS No.: 2306581CA TSG Order No.: 230441740

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE UNDER

DEED OF TRUST YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED AUGUST 9, 2019. 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. Afnia Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded August 15, 2019 as Document No.: 2019-0054026- 00 of O cial Records in the o ce of the Recorder of Stanislaus County, California, executed by: Shahram Khoshyoom an unmarried man, as Trustor, will be sold AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER for cash (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speci ed in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said deed of trust in the property situated in said county and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced deed of trust. Sale Date: March 13, 2024

Sale Time: 9:00 AM Sale Location: "I" Street Entrance to the County Courthouse Building, Stanislaus County Courthouse, 1100 "I" Street, Modesto, CA 95354 File No.:23-06581CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 9388 Vintner Circle, Patterson, CA 95363. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $329,619.25 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this gure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL

BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires

that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, (800) 280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website, www. auction.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the le number assigned to this case, T.S.# 23-06581CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (800) 280-2832, or visit this internet website www. auction.com, using the le number assigned to this case 23-06581CA to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

File No.:23-06581CA 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. For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.auction. com or Call: (800) 280-2832. Dated: January 30, 2024 By: Omar Solorzano Foreclosure Associate A nia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd., Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 (833) 290-7452 NPP0446199 To: PATTERSON IRRIGATOR 02/08/2024, 02/15/2024, 02/22/2024

• PUBLIC NOTICE

NPP0446288

APN: 021-054-051-000 TS No: CA08001076-23-1 TO No: 230416429-CA-VOI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED June 20, 2014. 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 February 28, 2024 at 09:00 AM, I Street Entrance to the County Courthouse Building, Stanislaus County Courthouse, 1100 I Street, Modesto, CA 95354, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of

Trust Recorded on June 26, 2014 as Instrument No. 2014-0041150-00, of o cial records in the O ce of the Recorder of Stanislaus County, California, executed by RANDHIR SINGH AND RANJIT KAUR, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as Bene ciary, as nominee for FRANKLIN AMERICAN MORTGAGE COMPANY, A TENNESSEE CORPORATION as Bene ciary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1422 BERRENDAS STREET, PATTERSON, CA 95363-8851 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 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 thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $196,843.52 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this gure prior to sale. Bene ciary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a 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 speci ed in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property o ered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust

on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Bene ciary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call Auction.com at 800.280.2832 for information regarding the Trustee's Sale or visit the Internet Website address www.Auction.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the le number assigned to this case, CA08001076-23-1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Notice to Tenant NOTICE TO TENANT FOR FORECLOSURES AFTER JANUARY 1, 2021 You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 800.280.2832, or visit this internet website www.Auction. com, using the le number assigned to this case CA08001076-23-1 to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: January 25, 2024 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA08001076-23-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949-252-8300 TDD: 711 949.252.8300

By: Loan Quema, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.Auction. com FOR AUTOMATED SALES IN-

FORMATION PLEASE CALL: Auction. com at 800.280.2832 NPP0446288 To: PATTERSON IRRIGATOR 02/08/2024, 02/15/2024, 02/22/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

2024-0180

The following person (persons) is (are) doing business DONATO’S TRUCKING, LLC, 1808 Blueridge Ct, Modesto, CA 95351

Stanislaus County

Donato’s Trucking LLC 1808 Blueridge Ct Modesto, CA 95351

This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious business name or names listed above n/a.

/s/ Carlos Donato Chavez-President 2/22,29,3/7,14

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

2024-0299

The following person (persons) is (are) doing business RLF AG MANAGEMENT, 218 Tower Way, Newman, CA 95360

Stanislaus County

Raymond Louis Flanders 218 Tower Way Newman, CA 95360

This business is conducted by An Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious business name or names listed above N/A.

/s/ Raymond Flanders-Owners 2/15,22,29,3/7

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

2024-0199

The following person (persons) is (are) doing business FIESTA REGISTRATION SERVICES CA076, 106 E. Las Palmas Ave, #F, Patterson, CA 95363, 17982 Bedford Dr, Madera, CA 93638

Stanislaus County Rodolfo Pineda 17982 Bedford Dr. Madera, CA 93638

This business is conducted by An Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious business name or names listed above N/A.

/s/ Rodolfo Pineda-Owner 2/8,15,22,29

• PUBLIC NOTICE

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-0027

The following person (persons) is (are) doing business LITTLE STARS DAYCARE, 1182 Canvasback Ct, Newman, CA 95360

Stanislaus County

Maria Guadalupe Delgado 1182 Canvasback Ct Newman, CA 95360

This business is conducted by An Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious business name or names listed above N/A.

/s/ Maria Delgado-Owner 2/15,22,29,3/7

• PUBLIC NOTICE

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-0075

The following person (persons) is (are) doing business ANTOJITOS MEXICANOS, 7154 McCracken Rd, Westley, Ca 95387, 117 Tyler Ct, Patterson, Ca 95363 Stanislaus County

Carlos Salomom Roque Sanchez 117 Tyler Ct Patterson, CA 95363

Magdalena Fernandez 117 Tyler Ct Patterson, CA 95363

This business is conducted by A Married Couple.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious business name or names listed above 12/01/2004.

/s/ Carlos Salomom Roque Sanchez 2/15,22,29,3/7

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ARTHUR F. SILVA

CASE NO. PR-24-000104

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of ARTHUR SILVA and ARTHUR F. SILVA

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been led by in the Superior Court of California, County of Stanislaus.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JULIO SILVA 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 le 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 les an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 6, 2024, at 8:30am, Dept. 22 located at Superior Court of California, County of Stanislaus, City Towers Courthouse, 801 Tenth Street, Sixth Floor, Modesto, CA 95354,

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or le written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must le your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of rst issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as de ned in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may a ect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the le kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may le with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the ling of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Robert W. Crabtree 1501 F. Street Modesto, CA 95354 (209) 522-5231

2/8,15,22-2024

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS For

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CCMA) - Adult School Program Patterson Uni ed School District BID# 23/24-AE-CCMA-2

The Patterson Joint Uni ed School District (PJUSD) is accepting proposals from experienced and quali ed educational institutions to provide CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CCMA) training to adult students as part of the District’s Adult Education Program. Visit: www.patterson.k12.ca.us for a full description of the RFP. https://www. patterson.k12.ca.us/district/departments/ scal-services/purchasing-transport

PJUSD will contract with a quali ed proposer to provide this training within the following guidelines:

1. Proposer will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in providing this training to adults.

2. Instructor(s) will have a minimum of 5 years work experience.

3. Proposer and Teacher will have all/any of the required State certi cations, approvals, and licenses necessary to provide this training in the State of California.

4. Proposer will provide the classroom training in Patterson, California at a classroom provided by PJUSD. Class times will be evenings.

5. Proposer will provide the Clinical Instruction at a location arranged by the proposer and approved by PJUSD in Patterson, Newman, or Turlock, California.

6. Classes to be taught in Patterson.

7. Class size will be up to 15 students per class.

8. A minimum of 480 hours per person, per state requirements.

9. The initial contract will be for 1 CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CCMA) course. The contract may be extended for additional years upon good performance.

10. Proposer will record daily attendance of students using a software program provided by PJUSD. Proposer will provide to PJUSD upon request; reports on student progress, class completion rates, State exam pass rates, and job placement information.

11. Proposer will provide students with resume writing and job search assistance upon student request.

12. Proposer will possess a minimum of $1 million in general liability insurance and will list PJUSD as additional insured.

13. Proposer will provide Worker’s Compensation Insurance to its employees per California State Law.

14. Proposer will provide all of the necessary books, curriculum, uniforms, and other equipment required for the students to successfully participate in the class. Proposer will also cover the cost of the State Certi cation exam fee for each student.

15. Pre-enrollment background check fees, physical examination fees, and drug test costs shall not be included in the cost of the services and instead will be the responsibility of the students.

16. PJUSD will recruit students and refer them to the Proposer for enrollment into the class.

17. Proposer will invoice PJUSD for services provided on a cost-reimbursement basis. Proposer will submit invoices to PJUSD on a monthly basis. PJUSD will pay invoice within 30 days of its receipt.

PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS

Services: Provide education/training that prepares students for a career as a CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CCMA) in the State of California. Clinical/Internship training required for completion of the program will be provided at a site provided by the contractor. Books/materials for students to be included in per student fees. Contractor to provide students with required CPR certi cation.

Please provide a written proposal that addresses the following items:

1. A description of the CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CCMA) Program that you propose to provide for students of the Patterson Adult School. Include a listing of the subject areas to be taught, instructional methods and books, materials, and other teaching aides to be used, the number of classroom and clinical hours in the program, and a proposed class schedule. Identify the facility at which the clinical training component of the program will be o ered.

2. The accreditations, licenses, certi cations, etc. possessed that qualify your school to provide CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CCMA) training in the State of California.

3. A listing of all sta who will be involved in the provision of the program, including teachers, administrators, and aides. Provide information on their background, experience, and all educational degrees, diplomas, certi cations, licenses, and other quali cations related to the provision of this program.

4. Historical program completion, State examination passage rate, and training-related job placement data for your institution. Also please provide proposed performance rates for Patterson Adult School students in the above areas.

5. Information on any and all certi cations that students will receive upon successful completion of the program.

BUDGET

Please provide information on the costs of the program that will be invoiced to PJUSD. Submit a breakdown of the applicable costs as follows, based on 1 classes of 15 students each:

• Salaries, including bene ts for each sta involved in the provision of the program

• Books, equipment, uniforms, exam fees, and any other necessary supplies

• Software licenses

• Contracts with other agencies for the provision of services/supplies

• Travel costs

• Administrative and overhead costs related to the provision of the program

• Total cost of the contract for the three classes to be provided.

• Cost per student based on 1 classes of 15 students.

Please note that PJUSD will pay on a cost per student basis. Every attempt will be made to enroll 15 students in each class. In the event that PJUSD is unable to refer 15 students to a class, Proposer will have the opportunity to ll any vacant student openings with non-PJUSD students.

PROPOSAL DEADLINE

All proposals are due by February 29, 2024, 2:00 PM. Proposals received after this deadline will not be considered. District O ce hours are Monday – Friday

Please submit an electronic or hard copy proposal to:

Purchasing Department

Re: Bid# 23/24-AE-CCMA-2

510 Keystone Blvd Patterson, CA 95363

ameza@patterson.k12.ca.us

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE -CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER CV-24-001077

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF STANISLAUS

801 - 10TH Street, 6th Floor, MODESTO CA 95354, Civil Division

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner ANTHONY GENE YEATS led a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

PRESENT NAME:

Anthony Gene Yeats

PROPOSED NAME:

Anthony Rene Saldana

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in the matter shall 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 le 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 led, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: APRIL

09, 2024 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept. 21, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF STANISLAUS, STANISLAUS COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT, CIVIL DIVISION, 6TH FLOOR, 801 10TH STREET, MODESTO CA 95354

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: Patterson Irrigator

Date: 2/15/2024

/s/ John R. Mayne, Judge of the Superior Court Feb 22,29 March 7,14-2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE -CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER

CV-24-001080

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF STANISLAUS

801 - 10TH Street, 6th Floor, MODESTO CA 95354, Civil Division

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner GLEN CECIL YEATS JR aka GLENN CECIL YEATS JR led a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

PRESENT NAME:

a. Glen Cecil Yeats Jr

b. Glenn Cecil Yeats Jr

PROPOSED NAME:

a. Jonathan Rene Saldana

b. Jonathan Rene Saldana

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in the matter shall 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 le 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 led, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: APRIL 09, 2024 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept. 21, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF STANISLAUS, STANISLAUS COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT, CIVIL DIVISION, 6TH FLOOR, 801 10TH STREET, MODESTO CA 95354

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: Patterson Irrigator

Date: 2/15/2024

/s/ John R. Mayne, Judge of the Superior Court Feb 22,29 March 7,14-2024

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