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Bonavito pleads no contest on felony charge by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer

Christina Bonavito pleaded no contest to a felony charge of grand theft by embezzlement after she was accused of stealing more than $27,000 from the Pioneer Elementary Parents’ Club last year. Bonavito, a 50-year-old Brentwood resident, was sentenced to 60 days in jail and three years of formal felony probation. Under the terms of her sentence, she cannot serve in a fiduciary role for any school club and she must repay the amount stolen. According to Scott Alonso, public information officer for the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office, Bonavito

has already repaid $15,000 and is obligated to pay back the remaining balance by the end of her probation term. “Our number one priority from the beginning has been to make sure the money raised for Pioneer students is returned to Pioneer students,” said Brentwood Union School District Superintendent Dr. Dana Eaton. “We continue to hold this expectation.” The criminal complaint filed by the District Attorney last October stated the theft occurred between April 1, 2018 and Aug. 31, 2018. The Brentwood Police Department (BPD) said in a press see Bonavito page 18A

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Last week, as snowpack in the Sierra Nevada measured more than 150 percent of its average, California was declared free of drought for the first time in more than seven years. As reported by United States Drought Monitor on March 19, “California emerged from drought conditions for the first week since Dec. 11, 2011, breaking its 376week streak.” But California weather is nothing if not fickle, and boom-or-bust weather cycles appear to be the new norm for the state. During a speech at the American Water Works Association conference in Sacramento on Tuesday, March 26, California Secretary for Natural Resources, Wade Crowfoot, said that he ex-

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iranda Alexander’s work in ceramic was included in a show that featured art from Los Medanos College students. The show was held at the Delta Gallery in Brentwood, Friday, March 22. To view more photos of the event, visit www.thepress.net/ multimedia/slideshows

“ Just because we’ve had a few wet winters doesn’t mean we abandon our water conservation efforts.

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Miki Tsubota, director of public works/city engineer for the City of Brentwood pects wet winters will be wetter, and dry winters will be drier. Water managers across East County echoed that sentiment and stressed the importance of continued conservation. “Just because we’ve had a few wet winters doesn’t mean we abandon our water conservation efforts,” said Miki Tsubota, director of public works/city engineer for the City of Brentwood. “Likewise, a wet winter doesn’t mean our residents will see any drastic changes to our

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dropped by more than 20 percent over the last 10 years — falling from 480 to 380 gallons per day, today. During the peak of the drought, usage was closer to 320 gallons per day. “Conservation happens during a drought,” Muelrath stated. “Now it’s about efficiency. There are all these different ways to have the same enjoyment of water, but we’re more efficient.” Reporting from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) shows water storage in nine of the state’s 12 major reservoirs is above 100 percent of historical average. The three remaining reservoirs are nearly at their historical averages. Reservoir utilization is one factor that is used to determine the degree to which drought conditions exist in see Drought page 18A

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Brentwood leaders are adding a fresh, interactive spin to how they disseminate information about future residential and commercial projects. A new online portal, accessible through the city’s website, uses photos and projectplanning documents to showcase each prospective addition in town. Each in-progress project is displayed with a clickable rendering that leads visitors to an in-depth description, Google-mapped location, planning documents, public meeting reports where the project was discussed, city planner and applicant contact information, and a status bar. The tool replaces the previous spreadsheet-style status reports that featured limited information and a cumbersome mapping system. “When you go on there, you can be sure the information is up to date and all the projects are on there,” said Planning Manager Erik Nolthenius. “We wanted it to be useful, fairly simple and visual.” The page should be updated weekly with new projects, current project

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The Network of Care (NOC) has had a busy year keeping up with demand. Founded in 2004, the NOC provides free meals for families with children in the hospital. The organization has helped families at 60 hospitals, passing out over 272,000 meals to date. Janet Frazier, founder of NOC, was inspired to help families with children who are in the hospital after going through her own tragedy in 2000. Frazier’s daughters Stephanie and Lindsey were involved in a car accident on their way to a snowboarding trip. Stephanie did not survive and Lindsey was critically injured. During those first hours at Lindsey’s bedside in the hospital, Frazier’s last thought was for herself; she went so long without eating that she nearly passed out. “A kind nurse asked when we had last eaten, and we certainly could not remember,” Frazier recalled. “All we had inside was grief and worry. Since the cafeteria was closed and we did not want to leave (our daughter’s) side, the kind nurse shared her sandwich with us, which gave us the physical strength we needed.” That act of kindness inspired Frazier, and she created a plan to pay it forward. Starting with Kaiser Walnut Creek, Frazier gathered a team to deliver meals for the hospital to have on hand for families in crisis. Local resident Lil Pierce, founder of the Brentwood Regional Community Chest, has been with Janet from the beginning, organizing NOC’s annual crab feed fundraiser. “It’s a very heart-wrenching start to a really wonderful organization,” Pierce said. “Many people have been in the situation when you’ve had someone in the hospital, and you don’t want to leave the room. It’s a nice feeling to know that you aren’t alone and that some-

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This year’s Unified Prom will arrive in Brentwood, Saturday, May 4 and will include a parade, music and the dance in the Brentwood Community Center.

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A fun-filled evening for life skills students in the Liberty Union High School District (LUHSD) will be held on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Brentwood. The Unified Prom, which will include a parade, dancing and music, is put on for life skills students from Heritage, Liberty, Freedom and Gateway schools and is organized by the LUHSD along with the Brentwood and Oakley police departments. Last held in 2017 when the event had a superhero theme, the community showed its support by dressing up in costumes at the parade and attending the concert in the park. This year’s theme is Star Wars, which offers a fun take on the expression, “May the Force be with You,” as it fits right in with the date of the prom, May 4. “This event is a community event,” said Brentwood Police Officer Mitch Brouillette. “With the idea of bringing students with special needs together with others on campus, bringing four schools together and bringing communities together.”

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The students will enjoy a series of preparations for their evening as girls will get their hair and makeup done at Heritage High School, while the boys will receive haircuts at local barbershops Jon’s Man Cave and KJ’s Barbershop. After that, they’ll take pictures at Heritage, where flowers will be provided by Brentwood’s Ribbons and Roses Flowers. Dinner at Vic Stewart’s will follow. The parade commences at 6 p.m. on First Street, with students riding in various luxury cars. They’ll take a right on Oak Street, parade by the park and end at the

community center where they will be greeted with a red carpet marking the entrance to the prom. The free concert in the park will have live music performed by Brentwood’s energetic 80s cover band, The Breakfast Klub, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. “We are hoping the community will come out to the parade to support our students with special needs, and then stay for a free concert in the park,” Heritage High School Activities Director Jessica Banchieri said. “We would love the community to dress up in their Star Wars costumes

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Community invited to holistic wellness fair by Tom Sundgren Correspondent

Crystal Bowl Wellness Center in Brentwood will hold a holistic wellness fair Saturday, March 30, from 1-6 p.m. Admission is free and there will be an assortment of local vendors providing holistic-wellness information, skin and facial products, crystal therapy, energy readings and more to aid in mind, body and spiritual well-being. “Our holistic wellness fair will be providing options to our community for holistic products and services,” said Crystal Bowl’s owner, Bianca Ruehlig. “We have found over the past year and a half that there is a need for other modalities besides looking to pills or alcohol. Our community is ready to start healing from the inside and the spirit is strong. “We have a lot of different events coming up for physical healing, but this upcoming one is about spiritual healing. And what that does is it helps people find their passion, release unnecessary attachments and actually get them motivated to do something about it. Because depression, anxiety, all of that, is spiritual boredom, and people are not happy. They don’t even know what makes them happy, so we help them find happiness by pointing out their unhappiness and helping them drop those.” Ruehlig has hosted a number of fairs since opening Crystal Bowl in 2017, but

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Bianca Ruehlig, owner of Crystal Bowl Wellness Center is hosting a holistic fair this Saturday, March 30. at this upcoming event visitors can expect to see new products, new local vendors and a variety of self-care info. “We have more products that are easier to use for homes, like cleaning

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Heritage High School’s history-making 2018 volleyball squad has accelerated into 2019 looking to stand out once again. The Patriots launched into league play this week with an impressive 15-1 record, just one year after winning the program’s first Bay Valley Athletic League title and advancing to the North Coast Section quarterfinals for the first time in four years. “Like last year, they are just fun kids, the JV kids too,” said head coach Janet Hannigan. “There is just a lot of positive energy coming into the gym. It makes it fun to be with them.” The Patriots, who improved to 16-1 in a 25-9, 25-10, 25-9 win over Freedom on Tuesday, are riding a six-match winning streak, with five of those wins – over Miramonte, Vista del Lago, Liberty, Clayton Valley Charter and De La Salle – propelling the squad to the East County Invitational title – only the second tournament crown in team history. The program’s first tournament championship, the NorCal Tournament, came earlier this month. “When we get clicking on all cylinders, we are pretty fun and magical to watch,” Hannigan said. The upstart squad is led by nine seniors and six returners, including firstteam all-league stars Brendan Quinn and Carlo Mattos, second-teamer Christian Mattos and honorable mention player James Townsend. Townsend, Quinn and Mattos each said this week that the team’s goals this season are to win its second-ever league title, advance beyond the North Coast Section quarterfinals for the first time in program history, and even make a run at

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Heritage boys’ volleyball player Carlo Mattos serves during a recent practice. The Patriots are off to a 16-1 start this season. winning a postseason title or two. “Everyone wants to win,” said Townsend. “We have a lot of seniors on this team and a lot of us want to go out on top.” Heritage’s aspirations are lofty, but the unit has let its play do the talking this

season. The team began the 2019 campaign with nine straight wins over Granada, Concord, Berean Christian, Burton, Salesian College Preparatory, Elk Grove, West and Marin Catholic twice, according to Maxpreps.com.

The team fell to College Park 2510, 20-25, 22-25, 25-16, 13-15 on March 13, but played most of the match without Mattos, who was rebounding from the flu. The full-strength Patriots immediately bounced back, winning the East County Invitational on March 23. “I have a lot of confidence in my guys,” said Quinn. “I think each of us know the goals that are ahead and know that we are part of a team. We are willing to serve each other and put our egos aside and get business done.” Hannigan pointed out the Patriots’ team-wide talent, energy, intensity, positive attitude and respect, but also noted that it must refine its offensive game, hone its ability to make defensive adjustments on the fly, and learn to elevate its game at key times to continue succeeding. She said the Patriots, who have nine Bay Valley Athletic League matches left in the regular season, are capable of notching their second straight league title---but they cannot overlook any league foes. Deer Valley is currently 7-6, Liberty 7-7, Antioch 4-6, Pittsburg 3-12 and Freedom 0-10. Beyond that stretch, an even tougher test could come if the Patriots reach the North Coast Section playoffs with formidable Division I foes like Monte Vista (14-1), Amador Valley (12-5), and reigning Division I champion Irvington (9-3). But if you ask the Patriots, they are ready for the challenge. “It starts with practice,” Townsend said. “ We are definitely ready to work every day. We really grind and it has definitely paid off. We want to keep this good start going.” Heritage was slated to play Liberty on Thursday. Results of that game were not available as of press time. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

Diamond Hills tennis tourny draws top players The Diamond Hills Delta Open tennis tournament, scheduled for April 26 - 28 at Diamond Hills Sports Club and Spa in Oakley, is offering $10,000 in prize money this year, and is expected to draw top players from across California, much of the West and beyond. In past years, the Delta Open awarded $1,500 to the top finishers. But tournament director Craig Lazarchik said a fortuitous set of circumstances led to local business owner Ken Graunstadt of Delta Scrap and Salvage Investment Recovery Services in Oakley deciding to sign on as the event’s title sponsor and increase the prize money.

“We put on our $1,500 event last year like it was a $10,000 event,” said Lazarchik. “It’s a tournament driven for the players success. I ran into (Graunstadt) who really, really liked the way I ran the tournament last year, and one thing led to another and he said he’d sponsor it. A little hard work and a little connectivity and definitely being in the right place at the right time. But it’s nice we have a local sponsor.”

While the event runs over three days, Lazarchik said that Saturday will be an event within the event. Spectators will appreciate free admission, competitive tennis matches and complimentary beer and wine provided by Markstein Sales Company and Michelob Ultra. Players will receive complimentary services like racquet restringing, chair massages, and food and beverages to keep them hydrated, energized and at the top of their game. Over the course of the week-

end-long tournament, competition won’t be limited to the pro-level players. Intermediate players and weekend warriors will also have the opportunity battle for trophies and bragging rights against players with similar abilities. “Even though the pro tournament is the highlight, we definitely have the social/ recreational players who will be able to compete,” said Lazarchik. “They get to come out and compete and they get to watch the tennis they would like to aspire to.” For more information on the $10,000 Diamond Hills Delta Open, contact Craig Lazarchik at 510-867-4767.

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Heritage softball team swings for fences this season by Michael Dixon Staff Writer

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Heritage’s softball team had a successful season in 2018, but left room to improve. The Patriots went 17-4 overall and 9-1 in Bay Valley Athletic League (BVAL) play, sharing the league title with Freedom. But the season ended with a tough 2-0 loss to Foothill in the North Coast Section semifinals. Fortunately, most of last year’s team is back. Before the league season begins, the Patriots will play in two tournaments: the Reed High Softball Tournament in Reno and, more locally, the Antioch Invitational Tournament. Heritage has already played four games, posting a strong 3-1 record. “It’s a little early right now; we’re still fairly young,” Coach Ron Rivers said. “We’re hitting the ball better than we’re playing defense. The defense comes with time and playing together. It just takes a little while to gel.” While there’s a lot of youth on the team, the Patriots are loaded with senior leaders. Those include Xiara Diaz, Morgan Hess, Juju Sargent and pitcher Delia Scott. Rivers also cited his team’s depth as its greatest asset. “We have a bunch of re-

ally good players,” he said. “Good young players. Good middle-year players. We’re pretty close up and down the lineup.” If recent history is any indicator, Heritage and Freedom should be considered co-favorites. Very little has separated them over the last four seasons. Beginning in 2015, the Patriots and Falcons shared the league title each year. Moreover, they have done so while posting identical 9-1 marks, splitting the games with each other each time. The two teams will open BVAL play against each other on April 9 at Heritage, while Freedom will host the rematch on April 25. But citing the depth of the league, Rivers made it known that he doesn’t expect it to be a two-team race. “There are no games that we really circle,” he said. “It’s one game at a time. … Our league is always so tricky. You never know.” The Patriots have won in different ways early in the season. One win was a 10-9 slugfest, while another was a 4-0 pitcher’s duel. The remainder of the season promises to be interesting, something Rivers is looking forward to. “We have a good team with good players — from the seniors on down to freshman,” he said. “I’m just excited for the season.”

Patriots dance team stars in USA Dance competition The Heritage High School varsity dance team recently finished fourth in the largest division at the USA Dance Nationals competition. The school also brought the junior varsity squad to the competition for the first time in school history.

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LEGALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 21700 of the Business and Professions Code, State of California, the undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on Wednesday April 10th 2019 at 10:00 A.M. at Brentwood Self Storage, 190 Sand Creek Rd. Brentwood, CA 94513. County of Contra Costa, State of California, the goods, chattel or other personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items. Stored by the following person(s): Joaquin Gabriel Peter Mejia Alicia Mendoza Rica Sanders Brienne Kautzman West Coast Food Sales Judith Higareda Clayton Davis Tim Boyles Marguerette Vampelt All purchased goods are sold as is and must be paid for at the time of purchase. Cash Only. Management reserves the right to set a minimum bid and/or refuse any bids. This notice is subject to cancellation without notice in the event of a settlement between owner and obligated party. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules, and regulations are available at sale. Auction to be conducted by Auctioneer Forrest O’Brien Ca Bond # 00106386718 and/or Donna Wilson Ca Bond # 0562039 Sale Maker Auctions 925-392-8508. Legal EC 8976 Publication Dates: 3/29/19 & 4/5/19 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79472 Publish dates: March 29, April 5, 2019. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 21700 of the Business and Professions Code, State of California, the undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on Wednesday April 10th 2019 at 9:30 A.M. at Oakley Self Storage, 4700 Main St., Oakley Ca. 94561. County of Contra Costa, State of California, the goods, chattel or other personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items. Stored by the following person(s): Alex Acosta Nikolas Mcgee Lelah Sossaman Dillan Robinson Kathleen Thompson All purchased goods are sold as is and must be paid for at the time of purchase. Cash Only. Management reserves the right to set a minimum bid and/or refuse any bids. This notice is subject to cancellation without notice in the event of a settlement between owner and obligated party. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules, and regulations are available at sale. Auction to be conducted by Auctioneer Forrest O’Brien Ca Bond # 00106386718 and/or Donna Wilson Ca Bond # 0562039 Sale Maker Auctions 925-392-8508. Legal EC 8976 Publication Dates: 3/29/19 & 4/5/19 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 79473 Publish dates: March 29, April 5, 2019. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Brentwood will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the normal course of business permits on April 9, 2019, to consider the following: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD AMEND-

ING CHAPTER 17.795 OF THE BRENTWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE (RZ 19-003) TO ADDRESS REGULATION OF SMALL CELL WIRELESS FACILITIES, AND A NEW CITY COUNCIL POLICY (110-06) PERTAINING TO THE LOCAL REGULATION OF SMALL WIRELESS FACILITIES. THE PLANNING COMMISSION HELD A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER RZ 19003 ON MARCH 19, 2019, AND RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE SAID ZONING AMENDMENT. PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (“CEQA”) GUIDELINES § 15378 AND CALIFORNIA PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE § 21065, NEITHER THE ORDINANCE NOR THE PROPOSED POLICY IS A “PROJECT” BECAUSE THE ADOPTION OF EITHER THE ORDINANCE OR THE POLICY WOULD NOT BE AN ACTIVITY THAT HAS THE POTENTIAL FOR A DIRECT PHYSICAL CHANGE OR REASONABLY FORESEEABLE INDIRECT PHYSICAL CHANGE IN THE ENVIRONMENT. ACCORDINGLY, NEITHER THE ORDINANCE NOR THE POLICY IS SUBJECT TO CEQA. EVEN IF THE ORDINANCE OR POLICY QUALIFIED AS A “PROJECT” SUBJECT TO CEQA, PER CEQA GUIDELINES § 15061(B)(3), THERE IS NO POSSIBILITY THAT THIS PROJECT WILL HAVE A SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON THE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT. Applicant: City of Brentwood Said hearing will be held at the City Council Chambers, 150 City Park Way. Further information may be obtained from Planning Manager Erik Nolthenius [(925) 516-5137 or enolthenius@brentwoodca.gov] in the Community Development Department of the City of Brentwood, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513. If you challenge the City Council’s action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Brentwood City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79476 Publish dates: March 29, 2019. NOTICE INVITING BIDS 1. Bid Submission. The City of Brentwood (“City”) will accept sealed bids for its Pavement Management Program (“PMP”) - 2019, CIP Project No. 33630839 (“Project”), by or before Tuesday, April 23, 2019, at 2:00 p.m., at its City Clerk’s office, located at Brentwood City Hall, Third Floor, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California, 94513. The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at Brentwood City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513. 2. Project Information. 2.1 Location and Description. The Project is located at various locations throughout the City, and is described as follows: resurfacing various streets with slurry seal, grinding and paving roadway failure areas, reconstructing handicap ramps, traffic control, removing and replacing traffic striping, legends and markers. 2.2 Time for Completion. The Project must be completed within 60 working days from the start date set forth in the Notice to Proceed. City anticipates that the Work will begin on or about May 28, 2019, but the anticipated start date is provided solely for convenience and is neither certain nor binding. 2.3 Estimated Cost. The estimated construction cost is approximately $1.7 million. 3. License and Registration Requirements. 3.1 License. This Project requires a

valid California contractor’s license for the following classification(s): Class “A” or combination of Class “C” Specialty Contractor’s License(s). 3.2 DIR Registration. City may not accept a Bid Proposal from or enter into the Contract with a bidder, without proof that the bidder is registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code § 1725.5, subject to limited legal exceptions. 4. Contract Documents. Bidders must obtain an electronic copy of the plans, specifications, bid forms and contract documents for the Project, and any addenda thereto (“Contract Documents”) directly from the City. The Contract Documents may be obtained at no charge by sending an email to: engineering@ brentwoodca.gov or by calling 925-5165420. The City may reject a bid submitted by a bidder that did not obtain the Contract Documents from the City as required. 5. Bid Security. The Bid Proposal must be accompanied by bid security of ten percent of the maximum bid amount, in the form of a cashier’s or certified check made payable to the City of Brentwood, or a bid bond executed by a surety licensed to do business in the State of California on the Bid Bond form included with the Contract Documents. The bid security must guarantee that within ten days after City issues the Notice of Award, the successful bidder will execute the Contract and submit the payment and performance bonds, insurance certificates and endorsements, and any other submittals required by the Contract Documents and as specified in the Notice of Award. 6. Prevailing Wage Requirements. 6.1 General. Pursuant to California Labor Code § 1720 et seq., this Project is subject to the prevailing wage requirements applicable to the locality in which the Work is to be performed for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to perform the Work, including employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation, apprenticeship and similar purposes. 6.2 Rates. These prevailing rates are on file with the City and are available online at http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR. Each Contractor and Subcontractor must pay no less than the specified rates to all workers employed to work on the Project. The schedule of per diem wages is based upon a working day of eight hours. The rate for holiday and overtime work must be at least time and one-half. 6.3 Compliance. The Contract will be subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR, under Labor Code § 1771.4. 7. Performance and Payment Bonds. The successful bidder will be required to provide performance and payment bonds, each for 100% of the Contract Price, as further specified in the Contract Documents. 8. Substitution of Securities. Substitution of appropriate securities in lieu of retention amounts from progress payments is permitted under Public Contract Code § 22300. 9. Subcontractor List. Each Subcontractor must be registered with the DIR to perform work on public projects. Each bidder must submit a completed Subcontractor List form with its Bid Proposal, including the name, location of the place of business, California contractor license number, DIR registration number, and percentage of the Work to be performed (based on the base bid price) for each Subcontractor that will perform Work or service or fabricate or

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LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS install Work for the prime contractor in excess of one-half of 1% of the bid price, using the Subcontractor List form included with the Contract Documents. No more than 30% of the Work may be performed by Subcontractors. 10. Instructions to Bidders. All bidders should carefully review the Instructions to Bidders for more detailed information before submitting a Bid Proposal. City of Brentwood /s/ Margaret Wimberly MMC, City Clerk; Dated: March 22, 2019 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79479 Publish dates: March 29, April 5, 2019. March 30, 2019 NOTICE OF PUBLIC REVIEW AND INTENT TO ADOPT A PROPOSED MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION County File No. CP 19-13 Pursuant to the State of California Public Resources Code and the “Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970” as amended to date, this is to advise you that Contra Costa County has prepared an Initial Study for the following project: PROJECT NAME: Lower Marsh Creek Stream Corridor Restoration Program LEAD AGENCY: Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development APPLICANT: Contra Costa County Flood Control District LOCATION: Marsh Creek from Balfour Road in Brentwood to the Contra Costa Canal in Oakley; Sand Creek from Highway 4 in Brentwood to its confluence with Marsh Creek in Brentwood; Deer Creek from the Deer Creek Detention Basin in Brentwood to its confluence with Marsh Creek in Brentwood DESCRIPTION: The Lower Marsh Creek Stream Corridor Restoration Program (Program) is a creek restoration and flood risk reduction Program proposed by the Contra Costa County Flood Control and Water Conservation District (“District”) and American Rivers, a national nonprofit organization that protects wild rivers, restores damaged rivers, and conserves clean water for people and nature. The goal of the Program is to incentivize willing landowners and developers to work with the District and other local partners to improve Marsh, Deer, and Sand creeks. Implementation of the proposed Program will result in: 1) improved habitat conditions for fish, birds, reptiles, and amphibians by providing a mosaic of riparian, floodplain, wetland, and aquatic habitat types for these species to utilize, 2) expanded channel capacity to meet or exceed flood channel conveyance capacity, 3) improved local water quality by shading the creek and reducing mobilization of fine sediments, and 4) improved public recreational opportunities.The CEQA document has been developed to put in place the environmental compliance mechanism necessary to alleviate uncertainty and complexity associated with implementing creek restoration projects, which would further incentivize landowners and developers to participate. Construction would occur during the summer and fall months and occur over an approximately a 45-working day period. Excavation and grading activities would occur during the dry season (July to October) with plant restoration occurring afterwards (November to December). Construction activities will be generally limited to the hours between 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Real property transactions, including right-of-way acquisition and temporary construction easements for access and staging areas and permanent easements

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LEGALS for access and maintenance may be necessary in support of Program projects. The project will not have any significant environmental impacts with incorporation of proposed mitigation and avoidance measures. A copy of the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) may be reviewed at the Contra Costa County Public Works Department, 255 Glacier Drive, Martinez, during normal business hours. You may also view the IS/MND on the County’s webpage: http://ca-contracostacounty2.civicplus. com/4841/Public-Input. All documents referenced in the IS/MND are available on request. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: The period for accepting comments on the adequacy of the environmental document is from March 30, 2019 to April 29, 2019. Any comments should be in writing and submitted to the following address and/or email address: Claudia Gemberling Environmental Services Division Contra Costa County Public Works Department 255 Glacier Drive Martinez, CA 94553 925-313-2192 claudia.gemberling@pw.cccounty.us Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79483 Publish dates: March 29, 2019.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001144-00 The name of the business: No Brakes Live Fit Training Club Located at: 1368 Sunset Drive In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Terrell Jones. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/1/19. Signature of registrant: Terrell Jones. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 22, 2019 by Deputy C Garcia Expires 2/22/2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 79248 Publish dates: March 8, 15, 22, 29, 2019.

conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2012. Signature of registrant: Shirley R. Tatum. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 14, 2019 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 3/14/2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 79375 Publish dates: March 22, 29, April 5, 12, 2019.

may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-6457711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-18-837346-BF IDSPub #0151371 3/29/2019 4/5/2019 4/12/2019 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 79403 Publish dates: March 29, April 5, 12, 2019.

may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan. com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-18-845607CL. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-18-845607-CL IDSPub #0151554 3/29/2019 4/5/2019 4/12/2019 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 79443 Publish dates: March 29, April 5, 12, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001208-00 The name of the business: Mary’s Fashion Located at: 1500 Monument Blvd In: Concord, CA 92520, is hereby registered by the following owner: Maria de Jesus Cruz. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9/4/17. Signature of registrant: Maria de Jesus Cruz. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 26, 2019 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 2/26/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79249 Publish dates: March 8, 15, 22, 29, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001548-00 The name of the business: Smoothies Plus Located at: 245 Woodside Ct In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Just Right Options LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: John C Krum, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 12, 2019 by Deputy C Pittman Expires 3/12/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79398 Publish dates: March 22, 29, April 5, 22, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001160-00 The name of the business: The Metalwright’s Shop Located at: 2340 Chardonnay Way In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Marc Douville. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/22/19. Signature of registrant: Marc Douville. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 22, 2019 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 2/22/24 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 79261 Publish dates: March 8, 15, 22, 29, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001180-00 The name of the business: Siclics Screen Printing Located at: 5010 Toyon Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Timothy Aaron O’Connor 2. Lisa Marie O’Connor. This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Tim O’Connor, Lisa O’Connor. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 25, 2019 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 2/25/2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 79325 Publish dates: March 15, 22, 29, April 5, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001239-00 The name of the business: Prime Diesel Services Located at: 4206 Belle Dr In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: J Osorio Enterprises. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/26/19. Signature of registrant: Juan E Osorio, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 27, 2019 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 2/27/2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 79241 Publish dates: March 8, 15, 22, 29, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001248-00 The name of the business: Lumpy’s Diner Located at: 5891 Lonetree Way, Ste #A In: Antioch, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Angel’s Diner, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Gena L Noack, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 27, 2019 by Deputy C. Dias Expires 2/27/2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 79334 Publish dates: March 15, 22, 29, April 5, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001590-00 The name of the business: East Bay Chevs Car Club Located at: 3521 Metcalf Street In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Reginald R Johnson Jr. 2. Marlow Jackson This business is conducted by: An Unincorporated Association - other than a Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/15/2006. Signature of registrant: Reginald R Johnson Jr. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 13, 2019 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 3/13/2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 79380 Publish dates: March 22, 29, April 5, 12, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001634-00 The name of the business: Wave Mission Team Located at: 3377 Deer Valley Rd In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner: Shirley R. Tatum. This business is

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001702-00 The name of the business: El Chalaquito Located at: 1912 Medicine Mountain Ct In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner: Bonnie Meyers. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Bonnie Meyers. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 19, 2019 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 3/18/2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 79449 Publish dates: March 29, April 5, 12, 19, 2019. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-18-837346-BF Order No.: 8751296 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/9/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): ADOLPHUS BOLDS JR. AND LATANYA R. BOLDS, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 8/16/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0307567-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 4/22/2019 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $591,638.70 The purported property address is: 2612 CARSON WAY, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 055-600-022-2 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www. qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-18-837346-BF. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-18-845607-CL Order No.: 8747385 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/8/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor (s): JOSEPH MOSCUZZA AND CRISTI L MOSCUZZA Recorded: 7/18/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0263147-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 4/22/2019 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $133,704.40 The purported property address is: 5158 CARRIAGE WAY, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 053-383-005-5 Legal Description: Please be advised that the legal description set forth on the Deed of Trust is in error. The legal description of the property secured by the Deed of Trust is more properly set forth and made part of Exhibit “A” as attached hereto. LOT(S) 237, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF CANADA HILLS II, SUBDIVISION 7130, FILED JULY 25, 1989, IN MAP BOOK 335, PAGE 21, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. THE FOLLOWING LEGAL DESCRIPTION IS SHOWN AND DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST AS FOLLOWS: LOT(S) 237, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 7130, FILED JULY 25, 1989, IN MAP BOOK 335, PAGE 21, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001209-00 The name of the business: Two Trees Skincare Located at: 2556 Hoffman Lane In: Byron, CA 94514, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Raquel Otis 2. Brian Otis . This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Raquel Otis. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 26, 2019 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 2/26/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79257 Publish dates: March 8, 15, 22, 29, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001213-00 The name of the business: Primary Colors Equestrians Located at: 1151 Bear Creek Rd In: Briones, CA 94553, is hereby registered by the following owner: Alexis Walters. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/26/2019. Signature of registrant: Alexis Walters. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 26, 2019 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 2/26/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79324 Publish dates: March 15, 22, 29, April 5, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001251-00 The name of the business: Your Westside Located at: 2603 Camino Ramon, Suite 200 In: San Ramon, CA 94583, is hereby registered by the following owner: Raymond Hahn. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Raymond Hahn. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 27, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 2019 by Deputy C Garcia Expires 2/27/2024 NAME STATEMENT Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79389 Publish File No. F-0001050-00 The name of the dates: March 22, 29, April 5, 12, 2019. business: EAVE Located at: 1990 North California Blvd, Suite 755 In: Walnut Creek, CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 94596, is hereby registered by the following NAME STATEMENT owner: Eave, Inc. This business is conducted File No. F-0001304-00 The name of the busiby: A Corporation. The registrant com- ness: MK Consultation Located at: 1913 Seal menced to transact business under the ficti- Way In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby tious business name or names listed above registered by the following owner: 1. Michael on N/A. Signature of registrant: Saranathan L Beights 2. Katrina R Beights. This business is Vasudevan, Chief Operating Officer. This conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant statement was filed with the County Clerk commenced to transact business under the ficof Contra Costa County on: February 19, titious business name or names listed above on 2019 by Deputy C Garcia Expires 2/19/2024 N/A. Signature of registrant: Michael L Beights. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79232 Pub- This statement was filed with the County Clerk lish dates: March 8, 15, 22, 29, 2019. of Contra Costa County on: March 1, 2019 by Deputy C Pittman Expires 3/1/2024 BrentFICTITIOUS BUSINESS wood Press No. 02-1273 79390 Publish dates: NAME STATEMENT March 22, 29, April 5, 12, 2019. File No. F-0001056-00 The name of the business: The Hair Loft & Bridal Co. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Located at: 1280 Cenral Blvd. Suite J1 In: NAME STATEMENT Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered File No. F-0001357-00 The name of the busiby the following owner: 1. Louise Noack 2. ness: S and R Moving Services Located at: Katie McDaniel. This business is conducted 1281 Glenwillow Dr In: Brentwood, CA 94513, by: Co-Partners. The registrant commenced is hereby registered by the following owner: to transact business under the fictitious 1. Shane Pylant. 2. Reese Farrow This business business name or names listed above on is conducted by: A General Partnership. The 2/19/19. Signature of registrant: Louise registrant commenced to transact business Noack. This statement was filed with the under the fictitious business name or names County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: February 19, 2019 by Deputy L Fallas Ex- Shane Pylant.This statement was filed with the pires 2/19/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02- County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 1273 79322 Publish dates: March 15, 22, 4, 2019 by Deputy S Smith Expires 3/4/2024 29, April 4, 2019. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79328 Publish dates: March 15, 22, 29, April 5, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS File No. F-0001121-00 The name of the NAME STATEMENT business: AB Marketing & Creative Lo- File No. F-0001413-00 The name of the busicated at: 1881 Lunger Drive In: Brentwood, ness: Nuttin’ But Suga’ Bakery Located at: CA 94513, is hereby registered by the fol- 1713 Cypress St In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is lowing owner: Alexis Bonn. This business is hereby registered by the following owner: conducted by: An Individual. The registrant Carmen Denise Chambers. This business is commenced to transact business under the conducted by: An Individual. The registrant fictitious business name or names listed commenced to transact business under the ficabove on N/A. Signature of registrant: Alexis titious business name or names listed above on Bonn. This statement was filed with the 1/6/14. Signature of registrant: Carmen Denise County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Chambers. This statement was filed with the February 22, 2019 by Deputy L Mae Expires County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 2/22/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 6, 2019 by Deputy C Pittman Expires 3/6/2024 79356 Publish dates: March 15, 22, 29, Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79298 Publish April 5, 2019. dates: March 15, 22, 29, April 5, 2019.

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ture & appliance dolly. 12. Jeff O’Connor - Flat screen TV, air purifier, power tools, art work, sleeping bags, microwave & purses. 13. Kushunda Montoya - Boxes, toys & 2 chairs. Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sale is still scheduled. Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted. Dates Published: 3/29/2019 and 4/5/2019 Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No. NAME STATEMENT 02-1273 79450 Publish dates: March 29, File No. F-0001626-00 The name of the busi- April 5, 2019. ness: Bee Pure Cleaning Located at: 562 Ash St. In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby NOTICE OF LIEN SALE registered by the following owner: Alina SELF STORAGE AUCTION Ann Willett. This business is conducted by: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the underAn Individual. The registrant commenced to signed intends to sell the liened personal transact business under the fictitious busi- property described below, pursuant to the ness name or names listed above on N/A. provisions of the California Code of Civil Signature of registrant: Alina Willett. This Procedure and the provisions of the Califorstatement was filed with the County Clerk of nia Self-Storage Facilities Act, Business and Contra Costa County on: March 14, 2019 by Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq.. On Deputy C Dias Expires 3/14/19 Brentwood April 12th at 11:00 A.M., the undersigned Press No. 02-1273 79379 Publish dates: will sell the contents of liened storage units March 22, 29, April 5, 12, 2019. by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been FICTITIOUS BUSINESS stored and which are located at Acorn Self NAME STATEMENT Storage LLC, at 5205 Railroad Avenue, File No. F-0001627-00 The name of the Pittsburg, California 94565, Tel. (925) business: Gliedt Restorations Located at: 432-3200. Self-storage liened units gen3520 Orwood Rd In: Brentwood, CA 94513, erally include miscellaneous household is hereby registered by the following owner: goods, office or business equipment, furniTony Gliedt. This business is conducted by: ture, furnishings, clothing and personal efAn Individual. The registrant commenced to fects. In addition to those general contents, transact business under the fictitious busi- the pre-lien inventory revealed the followness name or names listed above on N/A. ing described goods: Signature of registrant: Tony Gliedt. This Customer Name: statement was filed with the County Clerk 1. Charlotte Adams - Boxes, bags, bedof Contra Costa County on: March 14, 2019 ding, clothing and cd’s. by Deputy C Pittman Expires 3/14/2024 2. Charlotte Adams - Picnic basket, 30+ Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79391 Pub- boxes, 15+ plastic bags, plastic bins & foldlish dates: March 22, 29, April 5, 12, 2019. ing chair. 3. Dayna Gordon - 2 Guitars, movie screen, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS computer, 2 tripods, art work & clothes. NAME STATEMENT 4. Michele Flowers - Boxes, bags, plastic File No. F-0001729-00 The name of the busi- bins, 5+ large barbie dolls, clothing & toys. ness: JE Properties Located at: 511 Edge- 5. Earline Walker - Art work, boxes, plastic field St In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby bins, wicker baskets, large fan, pet carrier, registered by the following owner: 1. Eli- step stool, & metal shelving. anna Armenta 2. Jaime Rodriguez Armenta. 6. Jermaine Brewer - Art work, pool stick This business is conducted by: Married Cou- & carry case, golf clubs, luggage, sporting ple. The registrant commenced to transact equipment, back pack, car rack, soft side pet business under the fictitious business name carrier & commercial cook pots. or names listed above on N/A. Signature of Purchases must be paid for at the time of registrant: Elianna Armenta. This statement purchase by cash only. All purchased items was filed with the County Clerk of Contra sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed Costa County on: March 19, 2019 by Deputy at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancelA Gnecco Expires 3/19/2024 Brentwood lation in the event of settlement between Press No. 02-1273 79445 Publish dates: owner and obligated party. Call ahead to March 29, April 5, 12, 19, 2019. make sure sale is still scheduled. Contraband, or items subject to regulation or NOTICE OF LIEN SALE registration will not be transferred with the SELF STORAGE AUCTION liened unit unless otherwise noted Dates NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the under- Published: 3/29/2019 and 4/5/2019 Nor Cal signed intends to sell the liened personal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, property described below, pursuant to the Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No. provisions of the California Code of Civil Pro- 02-1273 79451 Publish dates: March 29, cedure and the provisions of the California April 5, 2019. Self-Storage Facilities Act, Business and Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq. On the ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE 12th day of April 2019, at 10:00 AM, the FOR CHANGE OF NAME undersigned will sell the contents of liened PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Ajamu storage units by public sale by competitive Bashir SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, bidding on the premises where said prop- COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court erty has been stored and which are located Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: at Acorn II Self Storage LLC, at 6900 Ajamu Bashir CASE NUMBER: N19Lone Tree Way, Brentwood, California 0498 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Pe94513, Tel. (925) 240-5000. Self-storage titioner Ajamu Bashir filed a petition with liened units generally include miscella- this court for a decree changing names neous household goods, office or business as follows: Present Name: a. Ajamu equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing Bashir AKA Thomas Glenn Dawkins and personal effects. In addition to those to Proposed Name: Ajamu Bashir. 2. general contents, the pre-lien inventory THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interrevealed the following described goods: ested in this matter shall appear before Names: this court at the hearing indicated below 1. Gina Montoya - 3 vases, night stands, to show cause, if any, why the petition for art work, glass table, dresser & purses. change of name should not be granted. 2. Marie Jackson - Boxes, bags, desk, Any person objecting to the name changes luggage, leather sofa, night stand & plastic described above must file a written obbins. jection that includes the reasons for the 3. Jennifer Kennedy - Wooden furniture. objection at least two court days before 4. Maria Nunez - Mattress & box spring. the matter is scheduled to be heard and 5. Gilbert Wagner - File cabinet, stereo must appear at the hearing to show cause equipment, Everlast heavy bag & commer- why the petition should not be granted. cial lights. If no written objection is timely filed, the 6. Lisabeth West - Big block engine block, court may grant the petition without a tools, tool boxes, power tools, old radio, hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: oven, 3-ton floor jack & air compressor. 5/17/19 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 b. 7. Robert Morgan - CD racks, wooden fur- The address of the court is same as noted niture, guitar & commercial battery charger. above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show 8. Sergio Radilla - 4 mirrors, pink mini Cause shall be published at least once each kitchen, bed frame & TV. week for four successive weeks prior to the 9. Akim Armstead - Kids bicycle, helmet, date set for hearing on the petition in the speakers, night stand, toys, luggage & flat following newspaper of general circulascreen TV. tion, printed in this county: Brentwood 10. Barry G. Viola Jr. - boxes, crib, golf Press Date: March 18, 2019 Judge of the clubs & bag. Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 0211. Kathleen Bradley - Fish tank, wheel 1273 79383 Publish Dates: March 22, 29, chair, large mirror, dressers, wooden furni- April 5, 12, 2019.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 15-1156-11 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문서에 정 보 요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY PLEASE NOTE THAT PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(d)(1) THE ABOVE STATEMENT IS REQUIRED TO APPEAR ON THIS DOCUMENT BUT PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION IS NOT REQUIRED TO BE RECORDED OR PUBLISHED AND THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION NEED ONLY BE MAILED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/24/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: KEITH N BUTLER AND MARY E BUTLER, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation Recorded 9/12/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0345853-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Street Address or other common designation of real property: 5315 GOLD CREEK CIRCLE (Area of BYRON)DISCOVERY BAY, CA A.P.N.: 011-500-075-4 Date of Sale: 4/10/2019 at 1:30 PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $654,872.47, estimated The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 15-115611. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately

be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 3/1/2019 The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation 2955 Main Street, 2nd Floor Irvine, California 92614 Foreclosure Department (949) 720-9200 Sale Information Only: 916-939-0772 www.nationwideposting.com Sindy Clements, Foreclosure Officer PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE WOLF FIRM MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0349897 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 03/15/2019, 03/22/2019, 03/29/2019 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79294 Publish dates: March 15, 22, 29, 2019.

be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 855 238-5118 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-18-828489-AB IDSPub #0151370 3/29/2019 4/5/2019 4/12/2019 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79401 Publish dates: March 29, April 5, 12, 2019.

why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 05/08/19 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. 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: Brentwood Press Date: 03/01/2019 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79329 Publish Dates: March 15, 22, 29, April 5, 2019.

objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 04/17/19 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. 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: Brentwood Press b. Must bring proof of residency to the hearing. Date: 02/19/2019 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79264 Publish Dates: March 8, 15, 22, 29, 2019.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Jose Orlando Martinez and Maria G. Martinez SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Jose Orlando Martinez & Maria G. Martinez CASE NUMBER: N19-0504 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Jose O. Martinez and Maria G. Martinez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Joshua Adonai Martinez b. Zareth Jasmin Martinez to Proposed Name: a. Joshua Adonai Martinez Urrutia b. Zareth Jasmin Martinez Urrutia. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this 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 file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 5/14/19 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. 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: Brentwood Press b. Minors must appear at the hearing or file consent to name change. Date: 03/13/19 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79378 Publish Dates: March 22, 29, April 5, 12, 2019.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Stuart Jonathan Worrall SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Stuart Jonathan Worrall CASE NUMBER: N19-0472 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Stuart Jonathan Worrall filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Stuart Jonathan Worrall to Proposed Name: Jonathan Worrall. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this 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 file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 05/09/19 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. 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: Brentwood Press Date: 3/8/19 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 021273 79331 Publish Dates: March 15, 22, 29, April 5, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001524-00 The name of the business: Ciudad MX Mexican Products Located at: 3569 Main St In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Missael Perez Gomez. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Missael Perez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 8, 2019 by Deputy L Mae Expires 3/8/2024 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 79320 Publish dates: March 15, 22, 29, April 5, 2019.

FHA/VA/PMI No.: APN: 037-500-005-6 Property Address: 137 WARHOL WAY OAKLEY, CA 94561 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/13/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 04/18/2019 at 01:30 P.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 09/24/2007, as Instrument No. 20070268227-00, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of California. Executed by: ALONZO HENRY, AN UNMARRIED MAN AND VERNITA PRESTON AN UNMARRIED WOMAN AS JOINT TENANTS, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 037-500-005-6 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 137 WARHOL WAY, OAKLEY, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of theTrustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $ 534,711.97. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property.You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting. com/propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1800283043 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 4795 Regent Blvd, Mail Code 1011-F Irving, TX 75063 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FORTHAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772 NPP0350644 To: OAKLEY PRESS 03/29/2019, 04/05/2019, 04/12/2019 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 79424 Publish dates: March 29, April 4, 12, 2019.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-18-828489-AB Order No.: 7301804121-70 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/16/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Betty Lou Jackson and Fred Jackson Sr, wife and husband as community property with right of survivorship Recorded: 4/27/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0123913-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 4/23/2019 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $863,478.47 The purported property address is: 586 FLOWERING PLUM PLACE, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513-1990 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 010-770-030-4-01 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 855 238-5118 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-18-828489-AB. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Antonio Rodrigues SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Antonio Rodrigues CASE NUMBER: N19-0356 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Antonio Rodrigues filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Antonio Rodrigues to Proposed Name: Tony Rodriguez. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this 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 file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 4/24/19 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. 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: Brentwood Press Date: 2/25/2019 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79218 Publish Dates: March 1, 8, 15, 22, 2019. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Elaine Marie Ortiz SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Elaine Marie Ortiz CASE NUMBER: N19-0455 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Elaine Marie Ortiz filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Elaine Marie Ortiz to Proposed Name: Elaine Marie Kilpatrick. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this 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 file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 05/08/19 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. 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: Brentwood Press Date:3/7/19 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79330 Publish Dates: March 15, 22, 29, April 5, 2019. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Jesus Alberto Contreras Hernandez SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Jesus Alberto Contreras CASE NUMBER: N19-0456 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Jesus Alberto Contreras Hernandez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Jesus Alberto Contreras Hernandez b. aka Jesus Alberto Contreras to Proposed Name: Jesus Alberto Contreras-Hernandez. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this 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 file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Patress Lynette Bates SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Patress Lynette Bates CASE NUMBER: N19-0263 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Patress Lynette Bates filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Patress Lynette Bates to Proposed Name: Patress Lynette Runsewe. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this 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 file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 04/17/19 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. 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: Brentwood Press Date: 02/19/19 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 79266 Publish Dates: March 8, 15, 22, 29, 2019. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Robert Kirein Ortiz SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Robert Kirein Ortiz CASE NUMBER: N19-0315 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Robert Kirein Ortiz filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Robert Kirein Ortiz to Proposed Name: Robert Zapantis. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this 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 file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Vijith Thilakaratne, Shiyamalie Ruberu SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Vijith Thilakaratne, Shiyamalie R. Ruberu CASE NUMBER: N19-0496 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Vijith Thilakaratne filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Karandugoda Thilakaratne Mudiyanselage, Vijithasiri Manabarana Thilakaratne b. Vijith Thilakaratne c. Vijithasiri M. Thilakaratne d. Vijithasiri K. Thilakaratna e. Tantirige Shiyamalie Renuka Ruberu AKA Shiyamalie Renuka Ruberu to Proposed Name: a. Vijith Thilakaratne b. Vijith Thilakaratne c. Vijith Thilakaratne d. Vijith Thilakaratne e. Shiyamalie Renuka Ruberu 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this 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 file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 5/7/19 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. 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: Brentwood Press Date: 3/11/2019 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 021273 79454 Publish Dates: March 29, April 5, 12, 19, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001661-00 The name of the business: Prestige Home Inspection Located at: 4780 Burgundy Drive In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Brendan Allen Mann. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3/15/19. Signature of registrant: Brendan Mann. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 15, 2019 by Deputy l Fallas Expires 3/15/2024 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 79455 Publish dates: March 29, April 5, 12, 19, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001692-00 The name of the business: C&T International Company Located at: 505 Jane Lane In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Zhu-Hong Tang 2. Hong Chen. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Tang, Zhu-Hong. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 18, 2019 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 3/18/2024 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 79395 Publish dates: March 22,29, April 5, 12, 2019. Notice of Lien Sale Live Oak Storage, 1315 Main Street Oakley, California 94561. Has possessory lien on all of the goods stored in the perspective units below. The goods are described as furniture, tools and miscellaneous personal property items being sold pursuant to the assertion of the lien on April 4th 2019 at 10:15 a.m. Domingo Rey Suarez - #137 Jim Wilkinson - #7A Lisa Ramsey - #228 Jennifer Ong - #23 Nancy Koch - #509 Twyla Ride out-Mattie - #260 Kolbert Mattie - #234 Tracy Martin - #987 Erin Ganis - #35 Edward McDonald - #2030 Juan Ventura - #856 Shasta Vane - #816 & #855 Katherine Kirstensen - #959 Mark J. Ortiz - #992 Alexander Hargon - #966 Carlos Booth - #732 Mary Bakker - #2017 Randy L. Crandell - #1032 Martin Rodriguez - #799, 830 & 831 Raymond Ysmael - #252 In order to collect the amount due from you. The sale will take place at 1315 Main Street Oakley, California 94561, County of Contra Costa, State of California. This lien sell is pursuant to Chapter 10 section 21700 - 21716 of the California Self Storage Facility Act. Auction is to be held by Jason Witt MS#1990616. Owner reserves the right to bid at the sale. Purchase must be cash only paid at the time of the sale. Sale is subject to prior cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 79421 Publish dates: March 29, 2019. NOTICE OF LIEN SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to California Business and Professions Codes # 21700-21716, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding to end at 10:30am on April 11th, 2019, using online auction at www.storagetreasures.com where said property has been stored and which are located at Oakley Gateway Self Storage, 2101 Laurel Road, Oakley CA 94561. Property to be sold as follows: boxes/bags/bins contents unknow, patio chairs, tiki torches, cart, rack, grill, misc. stereo parts, portable fan, belonging to the following: Betty Mae McKneely Goods must be paid in CASH at site and removed within 72 hours. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 79465 Publish dates: March 29, April 5, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001428-00 The name of the business: Encouraging Touch Enterprise Located at: 109 Danvers Court In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Tiffany Booker-James. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Tiffany Booker-James. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 6, 2019 by Deputy C Garcia Expires 3/6/2024 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 79400 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Publish dates: March 22, 29, April 5, 12, 2019. TSG No.: 180036886 TS No.: CA1800283043

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Friday, March 29 “Celebrating the Life of César Chávez” Awards Ceremony at LMC Los Medanos College will host the annual “Celebrating the Life of César Chávez” recognition program at its Pittsburg Campus at 6:00 p.m. The celebration recognizes members of the East Contra Costa County community who embody his great tradition of voluntary service, civic activism and non-violent social change. For more information visit www.losmedanos. edu/chavez/events or contact Jennifer Adams at jadams@losmedanos.edu or (925) 473-7302.

Saturday, March 30 Frazier’s Lobster Feed Dinner

Assemblymember Jim Frazier will hold a lobster feed dinner, starting at 6 p.m., at the Antioch Community Center. Reservations are required and tickets are $100 per person. For more information and to reserve, contact Lisa Stratton Elliott at 916400-3721 or at lisa@ strattonconsulting.net.

Kiwanis Club of the Delta-Antioch Tri-Tip Dinner

The Kiwanis Club of the Delta will hold their annual tri-tip dinner, at VFW Hall, 815 Fulton Shipyard, Antioch, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and there will be live auctions. Cost is $18 for adults and $9 for children under 10. For more information, contact Thomas McNell at tmcnell@ comcast.net or 925-757-9485 or Angel Luevano at 925-813-2547.

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Friday, April 5 Just Between Friends Sale

The Just Between Friends Sale of Antioch/ Concord will be taking place at the Contra Costa County Fairgrounds, from 1 to 7 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday. Local families will have the opportunity to sell their unneeded items, while also picking up some amazing deals on things they need. For more information, contact Monique Gipson at moniquegipson@ jbfsale.com or 925-499-2808 or visit http:// www.antiochconcord.jbfsale.com.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

The California Theatre presents “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” from 8 to 10:30 p.m., at 351 Railroad Avenue in Pittsburgh. Told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows the story of Joseph. Tickets are $20 to $25. For more information, contact info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre. com or call 925-427-1611 or visit http:// www.pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com/ upcoming-events/.

Saturday, April 6 Second Story Book Shop Book Sale Returns

The Second Story Book Shop brings back its book sale Saturday, April 6, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Community Room at the Brentwood Library. Genres of all kinds will be on sale starting at 50 cents each. There will be fiction, non- fiction, children’s books, vinyl records and DVDs. For more informa-

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DBYC Opening Day Boat Parade

The Discovery Bay Yacht Club (DBYC) will host their annual Discovery Bay Opening Day Boat Parade, starting at noon. For more information, contact Tara Wilcox at tara.bell@msn.com or 408-832-3106 or visit dbyc.com.

Almond Grove Mustang Market

The Almond Grove Mustang Market Swap and Craft Fair runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Almond Grove Elementary School. Please join us for a day of shopping. For more information, contact almondgrovemustangemarket@ gmail.com or visit www.facebook. com/Almond-Grove- MustangMarket-2211577002388367/.

Imagine Gala 2019

The Opportunity Junction presents the Imagine Gala at the Diablo Country Club, from 5:30 to 11 p.m. Delicious hors d’oeuvres, complimentary wine and a silent auction will be followed by a gourmet dinner, an alumni success story, live auction and dancing. Tickets are $175 and reservations are required. For more information, visit OpportunityJunction.org/gala or call 925-776-1133.

Fun with Kids in the Garden

Sustainable Contra Costa presents Fun with Kids in the Garden, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Pittsburg Library. Come explore “the good, the bad and the buggy” while showcasing some of the easiest family-friendly plants that pollinators love. Cost is $5 to $10 per person. For more information, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fun-withkids-in-the-garden-tickets-42297888122.

Heritage Patriots Athletic Booster Club Bazaar and Rummage Sale

The Heritage Patriots Athletic Booster Club will hold a bazaar and rummage sale, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Heritage High School. There will be food and drinks for the afternoon along with special community groups present and a bounce house for the kids. For more information, contact Gary at vicepresidenthpabc@gmail.com or call 925-480-7189 or visit https://squareup. com/store/heritage-athletic-boosters.

Krey Comedy Fundraising Dinner

The Krey Parents Club presents the Krey Comedy Fundraising Dinner, from 6 to 10 p.m., at the Brentwood Community Center. This event features entertainment by comedian Mike Guido, dinner from Zephyr Grill, drinks from Crown & Crow and Chill, a live auction, a DJ and dancing. Cost is $65. For more information, contact Krey Parents Club at kreyparentsclub@gmail.com or visit www.kreypc.org.

Bethel Island Lions Club Annual Crab Feed

The Bethel Island Lions Club presents their annual crab feed, from 5 to 10:30 p.m. at Scout Hall. There will be dinner and karaoke. Tickets are $50. For more information, contact Dave Lawler at d_lawler@comcast. net or call 925-595-1451or contact Doug Lawler at 925-390-2548.

Tuesday, April 9 NARFE Meeting

The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) will meet at 11:30 a.m., at Denny’s at 4823 Lone Tree Way, Antioch. All active federal employees, retirees and their dependents are invited to attend. For more information, contact Dorothy Wilson at 925308- 4538 or narfedc1718@yahoo.com.

Wednesday, April 10 Oakley Chamber of Commerce Mixer The Oakley Chamber of Commerce will

host their April business mixer, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Oakley Self Storage at 4700 Main St. This event is free for members and first-time guests. Members who bring a non-member will receive a raffle ticket for one of the drawings. For more information, call 925-625-7867.

Thursday, April 11 Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group

The Brentwood Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group will meet at 7 p.m., at the Neighborhood Church, 50 Birch St. Join this discussion and share concerns, tips and successes about caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s. For more information, contact Linda Hughes at 925-202-0345.

Open Mic

Brentwood Writes presents Open Mic, starting at 6:30 p.m., at the Brentwood Community Center. Bring any piece of literature to share as long as it is neither insulting nor abusive. For more information, contact Kati Short at katishort@ yahoo.com or call 925-634-6655.

Saturday, April 13 Dinner Concert for Knightsen Visual and Performing Arts

Knightsen Visual and Performing Arts presents their annual Dinner/Concert featuring the Rhythm Method 4, at Knightsen Elementary from 5 to 11 p.m. There will be a no-host bar, auctions, dinner and more. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/ pressnet_knightsen_performing_arts_dinner.

Sewing Room Tour

The Delta Quilters Guild is hosting a tour of six Oakley sewing room spaces, with tours from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and a concluding reception from 2 to 5 p.m. Tickets are $15 bought in advance and $20 on the day. For more information, call 209-914-9921.

Sunday, April 14 Discovery Bay Triathlon 2019

The Discovery Bay Triathlon will be at the Boardwalk Grill parking lot, starting at 8 a.m. Cost is $70 per person. For more information, contact Jim Mattison at jim@ dbcf.info or visit www.dbcf.info.

Monday, April 15 Visit with the Easter Bunny

The Black Diamonds Kids Center presents a visit with the Easter Bunny, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Black Diamond Kids Center. This event is free. For more information, contact Jessica at marketing@bdgym.com or at 925-516-6619 or visit www.facebook. com/events/997128143830661/.

Thursday, April 18 Brentwood Chamber Mixer

Cortona Park Senior Living of Brentwood will be hosting the Brentwood Chamber mixer, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join us for an exciting evening of networking, raffles, and refreshments. Cost for non-members is $25, members get in free. For more information, contact Laura Young at Admin@brentwoodchamber.com or call 925-634-3344 or visit https://www. brentwoodchamber.com/events/details/ chamber-mixer-hosted-by-cortona-parksenior-living-of-brentwood-3904.

Homebuyer Workshop

There will be a homebuyer workshop from 10 a.m. to noon in the Brentwood Community Center. Come learn about programs that are available to help you become a homeowner and get questions about the homebuying process answered. Snacks and drinks will be provided. For more information, contact Nicole Hunt at nicole.hunt@kw.com or call 702-327-6987.

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Bonavito from page 1A release they started investigating the potential crime Aug. 23, and Bonavito was subsequently taken into custody, booked into the Martinez Detention Facility and charged Sept. 6. “Pioneer Elementary School has an active and dedicated Parents’ Club with strong parent involvement,” Eaton said in a written statement issued at the time of Bonavito’s arrest. “The Brentwood Union School District and Pioneer Elementary sincerely value our partnerships with parents and the community and we will continue to encourage parent involvement in our schools. We believe that this unfortunate incident of misconduct is isolated to this case and there is no evidence whatsoever that any other current or former Parents’ Club officers were involved or had knowledge of what was taking place.” Bonavito served in a variety of roles as an officer of the Parents’ Club, including those of president and treasurer according to Debbie Kendler. Kendler also served as an officer and said she worked closely with Bonavito while both were involved with the club. “I’ve been in the parents’ club for the last seven years now,” said Kendler. “I’ve been on the board throughout (Bonavito’s) term and when the whole embezzlement was uncovered. I’m currently on the board ...When I got involved, she was treasurer.” Kendler described Bonavito as generous and always willing to jump in to get things done. And she says members of the club’s board were friendly and frequently spent time together. “We were a tight-knit group,” said Kendler. “Everyone trusted everyone. No one had

any reason to think of anything suspicious of anyone because it was all laid out on the table.” While the board appeared to get along well, Kendler admitted that Bonavito’s handling of the books began to cause concern and in July, several officers, including Kendler, reviewed bank statements that revealed a multitude of improper charges. The evidence was presented to Casey McClure, principal at Pioneer Elementary. McClure involved Eaton and the BPD was contacted. “She would, at every meeting, do an income and expense report and we would see it,” Kendler explained of Bonavito’s routine practice at meetings. “She would talk about — about what would come in, what would go out. And we kind of just believed what she said. There would be no reason for her to do anything other than what she was supposed to do with the money.” Since uncovering the theft, the club has instituted a number of financial controls and taken steps to improve the transparency of its financial transactions. Kendler admits that the group was criticized for not identifying the theft earlier. But despite the problems, the club is moving forward. “We’ve had people donate money and we’ve continued with our fundraising,” said Kendler. “We’re up and running. We’re good. We’ve come back. We’ve had numerous donations come in. We’ve made some cuts in regard to some things that we can and cannot do like we used to, just to keep that reserve like we like to keep it, just in case. Some years are better than others.” The Pioneer Parents’ Club is a nonprofit

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Defibrillators are an effective tool in CPR arsenal Almost every television show that has a paramedic in it has someone who has suffered cardiac arrest and needs an automated external defibrillator (AED). The actor starts cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on the victim and then yells “Clear!” Senior as they use the orner device to restart the patient’s heart. It’s a scary process and most of the time, everyone sighs relief as the paramedic announces, “We have a pulse,” and rushes Marla them off to the Luckhardt hospital. In real life, approximately 735,000 Americans suffer a heart attack each year. According to statistics from a 2018 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report, 525,000 are first-time incidents, while 210,000 occur in individuals who have previously experienced a heart attack. There are major differences between a heart attack and cardiac arrest. A heart attack is a “plumbing” problem in which the victim will usually have some warning signs. These signs differ between men and women. They can occur moments before an attack or, in the case of women, may be gradual and lead up to a heart attack after days

or even weeks. The heart continues to beat during a heart attack. Though heart attacks are extremely dangerous, sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is much worse. SCA is an “electrical” problem in which the heartbeat becomes erratic, stops and is unable to pump oxygenated blood to the rest of the body. SCA can occur as a result of a heart attack or on its own. If you witness someone suddenly collapse and find that they are not breathing, they are most likely suffering from cardiac arrest and require immediate CPR and defibrillation to survive. This is where an AED can be a lifesaving implement. According to the American Heart Association, CPR is imperative and if an AED is available, it should be immediately used on the victim. The heart must be defibrillated quickly, because a victim’s chance of surviving drops by seven to 10 percent for every minute a normal heartbeat isn’t restored. AEDs are portable medical devices with a built-in computer that can determine if a shock is needed. If the device senses the heart has stopped beating, it sends an electric shock in an attempt to restart it. The AED will not deliver one if it senses even a faint heartbeat. It can also continue to determine whether the heart falls into a “shockable” rhythm while CPR is continued. If it is needed, the

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AED’s shock allows the heart’s natural pacemaker to kick in and resume the patient’s normal rhythm. It’s not uncommon for some cardiac arrest victims to need more than one shock. There has been some controversy about the use AEDs, but according to the American Heart Association and CDC, it’s important to have access to these machines in public places. As expeditious as our EMTs are, sometimes waiting for them may be too late. The AED’s heartbeat sensing ability is safety net. Each machine has explicit instructions and will verbally walk you through the process in an emergency. Most people with regular access to an AED have been trained by the manufacturer or another class, but for those who are untrained and must act immediately, there are step-by-step instructions. In most cases, every second is AD size:

crucial. The longer the victim remains without oxygen flowing to the brain, the higher the risk that, if they survive, irreparable brain damage will occur. This may be scary information, but it’s extremely important. There are both federal and state laws regarding where AEDs are required, as well as their physical placement. From what I’ve read and deciphered, the consensus of opinion is that AEDs save lives and are safe to use. They are used by non-medical personnel such as fireman, police, security guards and flight attendants, making it possible for more people to respond immediately in a crisis. With the easy-to-follow verbal instructions, formal training is suggested but not required. They are intended for use by the general public and are highly effective. I pray that I never have to use an AED, but if the situation ever arises I will be prepared and, hopefully, able to save a life. Heart patients who have a cardiologist are urged to ask about these devices. If you wish to know more or get trained, you can visit heart.org/en/cpr. You can also call 877-AHA-4CPR for a training location near you. Marla Luckhardt is a Brentwood resident who works with senior care and advocacy groups. Email her at marla2054@aol.com.

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An oil change is also a good idea before summer. Cars can switch over to a summerweight oil. According to Kendall, a vehicle indicates when an oil change is due based on distance driven, not on the actual level of the oil. Quite often, the vehicle is due for an oil change, even though it hasn’t indicated so. Kendall Automotive also checks brakes, tires and lights as part of their trip checks. Brakes should be inspected at least once a year, or if the customer is experiencing any grinding, pulsing, squeaking or grabbing, or if they notice it’s taking longer to stop. When checking tires, auto specialists rotate the tires, if due, check for wear, and inspect the outside walls for cracking. They also reset tire pressure and check for a spare. Completing a trip check and making sure

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