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City takes Making an Alpine beer run on parking shortage

October 19, 2018

Family Looks For Answers

by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

A transportation consultant recently made wide-ranging recommendations to Brentwood officials to alleviate the downtown parking shortage. Now the city council will put those suggestions in motion in hopes that the problems will soon move out of town. The scheduled improvements include restructuring existing parking spots on Third, Pine and Maple streets to accommodate additional vehicles; increased signage; ramped-up parking enforcement; and implementation of new residential parking regulations on Second, Third and Fourth streets. “The goal is to develop a plan to improve existing parking while also preparing for fusee Parking page 34

The murder of Emily Courchesne remains unsolved – police are asking for public’s help. Page 5

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Adriana Encinas ran the beer stein obstacle race during OktoberFEST 2018, sponsored by the Downtown Brentwood Coalition and held in Brentwood, Saturday, Oct. 13. The event featured live music, German beer and events such as a weiner dog parade. To view a slideshow of the event, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia/slideshows

The growing cost of officer overtime “ Overtime is an expected cost

by Aly Brown Staff Writer

With populations in cities throughout East County on the rise, crime rates are often placed in the spotlight along with the cost to put officer boots on the streets. Brentwood, Oakley and Antioch each saw their share of overtime pay to police departments in 2017. According to Transparent California, a public pay and pension database, 49 officers in Brentwood (population of about 61,000) brought home a total of $468,000 in overtime. Twenty-four officers in Oakley (population: 41,000) accrued a little over $269,000. Overtime in Antioch (population: 111,000) was about $1.6 million for the listed 78 officers. “Overtime is an expected cost for a variety of different reasons … and the dollar amount is generally based on total number of staff and salaries,” said Brentwood Police Department Lt. Walter O’Grodnick. “We rely heavily on our supervisors and administra-

for a variety of different reasons … and the dollar amount is generally based on total number of staff and salaries.

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Lt. Walter O’Grodnick, Brentwood Police Department tors to manage the overtime budget, and our staff participates in periodic budget review meetings to help us stay on point. The current overtime budget cap (for the Brentwood Police Department) is $618,000.” O’Grodnick further stated his force is authorized 66 sworn positions and currently has one vacancy. Over in the Oakley Police Department, Chief Chris Thorsen said his force also monitors overtime closely. “Each week our patrol captain and ad-

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ministrative sergeant review each hour of overtime spent and the reason for the overtime and whether we had an alternative to spending the hours,” Thorsen explained. “If there was a ‘better way,’ adjustments are made in the following week. Overtime expenditures can be a moving target and are based upon many factors.” Thorsen said the Oakley Police Department is fully staffed with 34 total sworn personnel with the most recent officer sworn in last month and scheduled to complete training. “When we have short-term vacancies, we do things like use a traffic officer to fill a beat position or use our problem oriented policing officer to backfill,” said Thorsen. “This works well in the short term, but we are keenly aware that filling a beat with a specialty officer (i.e. having a traffic officer fill a beat) means we run short in our traffic unit. Thus the duties typically handled by the traffic unit are

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Executive Assistant, City of Brentwood Diane Williams is a local girl with a big job. Working for the City of Brentwood and supporting both the city manager and the Brentwood City Council, Williams is responsible for making sure the wheels of local government keep turning. A 19-year veteran employee, Williams got her start with the city in public works, where she spent 13 years serving the residents of Brentwood. She then went to work for the town’s leaders as an administrative assistant. “I love working for the City of Brentwood,” Williams said. “I work with such a wonderful team, and Brentwood is a great community. It has so much to offer, from services to agriculture and all the other amenities the city offers.” Williams enjoys the challenges that come with her role in ensuring that Brentwood runs smoothly. When she isn’t working, Williams spends time with friends and

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family or travels with her husband of 26 years, searching for the world’s most beautiful beaches. “I love to immerse myself in everything – the ocean, snorkeling – I’ve even gotten my feet wet trying surfing,” Williams said. “I also like to hike. My most challenging hike so far was Half Dome in Yosemite.” Another thing Williams spends her time on is the mobile food bank she and her husband began 10 years ago called In Jesus’ Name. The couple has partnered with Harvest Time Church in Brentwood and the Contra Costa Food Bank to fill their truck and drive to local areas to give food to the needy.

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Brentwood girl appears in SF musical by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer

When the curtain raised at the SHN Golden Gate Theatre Tuesday night, 4-year-old Brentwood resident Eva Carreon was among the cast for the opening of the San Francisco run of the musical “Waitress.” Landing a part in a major theater production was a big step for a little girl who just turned 4 and whose only previous stage experience was a dance recital this past summer. She faced competition from approximately 45 other girls auditioning for the part of Lulu, the daughter of the play’s main character, Jenna. Two girls were selected to split the 32 performances that will take place during the run that extends from Oct. 16 to Nov. 11. “From the moment Eva came in the room. she was bubbly, bright and comfortable talking with adults,” said Susanna Wolk who conducted the auditions and is the show’s assistant director. “She very quickly picked up the material from the show that I taught her and her performance was full of joy. When I asked her what she wanted to be when she grew up, she said she wanted to be a baker as well as an astronaut, and we traded strawberry pie recipes – so it seemed like a very natural fit for our show.” “Waitress” tells the story of Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker in a small southern town searching for a way out of a loveless and abusive marriage when she discovers that she is pregnant. With the birth of her daughter, Lulu, Jenna finds the strength to leave her husband and build a new life with Lulu by opening her own pie shop. The play is based on the 2007 film of the same name that was written and directed by Adrienne Shelly and starred Keri Russell. The music for the theater production was scored by pop star Sara Barreilles. “The first time that I heard about (the audition) was from one of my students who shared it with me,” said Laura Carreon, Eva’s mom and the director of choirs at Liberty High

Brentwood resident Eva Carreon, 4, is a cast member for the San Francisco musical “Waitress.”

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School. “Then I started seeing it on Facebook, Instagram and social media posts where they were putting out the announcement they were doing auditions for 4- and 5-year-olds. On a whim we’re like, ‘Oh, let’s do it for fun.’ A couple of days later we decided to do it.” Laura and Eva prepared by watching a video of an audition from another city. They had to put together a headshot and resume, which, Laura said, was a bit challenging given Eva’s age. When it was finally Eva’s turn to perform, Laura wasn’t allowed to be in the room for the closed audition. “They wanted to see how she would follow directions,” said Laura. “It’s not like she had to prepare anything for the audition – just be ready to follow directions ... They want to

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Family seeks public’s help solving a murder by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer

Friends and family of Emily Courchesne recently gathered to commemorate the first anniversary of her passing, and her mother, Marj Courchesne, is using the occasion to ask for the public’s help in solving the murder. “We don’t have any resolution,” said Marj. “We don’t know who did it – or why. We thought it might be a good time to put it back out and remind people that this happened and maybe somebody remembers seeing something.” Emily was house-sitting for her aunt and uncle, owners of Frog Hollow Farm, in October 2017. According to Marj, Emily spent a lot of time at the farm. She frequently looked after the house and animals while her aunt and uncle were out of town, in addition to helping them weekly at the farmers market and tutoring their daughter in math. But by the morning of Friday, Oct. 6, the Courchesne family realized something had gone awry. “She was supposed to have come over Thursday night and help my grandson with some math problems,” she said. “She didn’t come over. We texted her and didn’t get any response ... the next morning, her boss called my other daughter and told her that it was the second day that Emily hadn’t shown up for work. She went to check (Emily’s) apartment in Danville, and I started out for the farm, but before I left for the farm, I called the office and asked them to have the police

The 2017 murder of 37-yearold Emily Courchesne remains under investigation, and officials are asking for the public’s help in solving the case.

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go out and check out the house. One of the girls went out initially and found her and called the police.” Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the 24000 block of Marsh Creek Road and found 37-year-old Emily’s body. Detectives suspected that Emily was the victim of a homicide, and an autopsy revealed that she died of a gunshot wound sometime between the evening of Wednesday, Oct. 4 and early the next morning.

In the days immediately following the crime, detectives indicated that neither a suspect nor motive for the murder had been established. The family offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the perpetrator, but still no leads came forward. The reward is still offered. “It’s been really rough not knowing what happened – knowing the person she was and that she was very kind and very funny and

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really was very helpful to everybody she ran into,” said Marj. “We’ve missed her. We’ve missed her a lot. She hadn’t even been out of the house a year yet. We’re used to having her around and used to seeing her all the time. It’s been a large hole in our lives.” Emily’s memorial was held at Willow Pass Park in Concord, where she loved playing ball for the Shenanigans on Monday nights. Attendees released balloons adorned with mustaches in Emily’s honor. Marj explained that the mustaches were a motif of Emily’s that could be found everywhere from her socks to her coffee cup. They wanted to remember her quirkiness and sense of humor. “I’m hoping that this jogs somebody’s memory or somebody’s willingness to say something,” she said. “We all kind of feel like somebody knows something. We just want somebody to step forward, anonymously or otherwise – and give the detectives what they need to continue pursuing the case. We really do want this solved. It’s just so devastating. We miss her, and we’d like to know why we don’t have her in our lives anymore.” Anyone with any information on this case is asked to contact the Investigation Division at 925-313-2600 or call the anonymous tip lines at 925-313-1166 or 866-8463592. Tips can also be emailed to tips@ so.cccounty.us. “The investigation is ongoing,” said Jimmy Lee of Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

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Celebration Center pouring senior coffee hour by Aly Brown

A preschooler hands Stan Stevens a leaf during senior coffee hour at Celebration Center, which is ramping up its respite care program. The weekly event recently launched and will serve as hub for social interaction, resources and an intergenerational experience.

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In an effort to cultivate a sense of community for seniors and caretakers, a group in Brentwood will now host senior coffee hour every Monday. Open to the public, the weekly get-togethers are an extension of Celebration Center Senior Day Program in Brentwood, which kicked off a year and a half ago offering respite care to seniors while featuring an intergenerational program with Celebration Center’s existing preschool. “We’re hoping to fill this whole room every Monday, and we’re hoping to create a community of 50 on up where people can come and share and have a place to gather and get resources,” said Rachel Hanna, Celebration Center Senior Day Program coordinator. “A lot of other nonprofits are farther out in Antioch or Pittsburg, and I’m hoping we can be a resource hub.” In its third week, the seniors gathered in the hall on Jeffery Way and enjoyed freshly brewed coffee, homemade banana bread, conversation and engaging with preschool children. “What we do is we go out to the playground when the kids are out, and what happens is this great organic relationship evolves,” said Hanna, who noted the preschoolers often run up for hugs from the seniors while they’re all outdoors. “Those

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organic relationships happen, and both age groups benefit one another.” Jeneane Stevens, Celebration Center executive director, said seeing the seniors and preschoolers together is magic. “Parents are thrilled with (the intergenerational program), and for the seniors, it changes their very being – you can watch them light up with the kids,” she said. For one coffee hour attendee, Jo Stevens, the interaction was just what she’d been searching for after a recent move back to California. As the primary caregiver for her husband, Stan, she had been looking for a social outlet such as the one she found at Celebration Center. “It’s so hard to find something like this … My daughter-in-law knew about

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Friday, Oct. 26 Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show

In the neighboring Alameda County, the fairgrounds in Pleasanton will host the 46th annual Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show, one of the West Coast’s premiere shows. Attendees will see over 300 of the nation’s most talented artisans and shop thousands of American handmade arts and crafts. The fair will run from Oct. 26 to 28, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 4501 Pleasanton Ave., in Pleasanton. For more information, visit www.harvestfestival.com.

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Saturday, Oct. 27 Hometown Halloween

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co-parents to follow the expenses, and they can even keep a picture of their receipts. Via the Family tab, you can create and modify kids’ profiles, and invite other family members and friends who are a part of the children(s) everyday life, such as nannies and grandparents. 2houses The 2Houses app is designed specifically for separated and divorced families. The system includes a shared calendar for easy scheduling and a detailed expense report to keep track of anything purchased for the child. Additionally, the app has a file-sharing feature that allows parents to share things like report cards, medical information, and release forms. Are you going through a life transition? Call The Law Offices Of Silky Sahnan for a consultation at: 888-228-1098. Visit us at www.legalserviceca.com

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Dividing Trusts by Joan Grimes, Esq.

When a Revocable Living Trust (RLT) is initially established, many people institute a common trust for the benefit of their minor children. While a common trust works very well for children living together who have the same basic needs, it can present many problems as the children become adults. Once children become adults, it is very often the case that the adult children have very different needs and resources available to them. Forcing children to have distributions from the same common trust as adults can be a recipe for ongoing conflict between the children and trustee. It is for this reason that we encourage people with a common trust RLT to divide it into separate trusts for each of the beneficiaries as soon as all children have become adults. By doing this, each subtrust will be administered independently on the terms set forth by the Grantor; thereby eliminating potential conflict between the siblings and allowing distributions to be made in accordance to the terms of each subtrust. Furthermore, it can limit or accelerate distributions based on the needs of a specific child without affecting the other children. Some people voice concern about the cost of maintaining the subtrusts. While it is true that there are some basic maintenance fees, which will be incurred including the filing of annual trust tax return, the benefits of the subtrusts far outweigh the burdens when beneficiaries are receiving amounts in excess of $100,000. In addition to avoiding conflict

among siblings, the subtrusts will provide asset protection from creditors and insure that estate funds do not become comingled with those of any future spouses of the beneficiaries. Sometimes people still like the idea of keeping the common trust. If you still wish to retain the common trust RLT, another alternative would be to give the trustee of the common trust the discretion to terminate and divide the common trust before any time specified in the RLT, or give the trustee the power to distribute some of the assets to subtrusts. Under both of these circumstances, the trustee would have sufficient tools to handle potential conflict. Common trust RLTs were very popular for many years for couples with young children. They provided great flexibility for the Trustee at the least cost for the estate. However, for most people, a common trust RLT is not a good idea for adult children. If you have a common trust RLT, I would encourage you to review it and see if it still meets the needs of your children. If you would like me to review your trust, I see people for a free 30 minute consultation in my Walnut Creek and Brentwood offices THIS ARTICLE PROVIDES ONLY GENERAL LEGAL INFORMATION, AND NOT SPECIFIC LEGAL ADVICE. INFORMATION CONTAINED IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR A PERSONAL CONSULTATION WITH AN ATTORNEY. LAW OFFICE OF JOAN M. GRIMES, PHONE 925 9391680, 1600 S. MAIN STREET, SUITE 100, WALNUT CREEK, CA 94513. © 2015 JOAN GRIMES

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Annette Lewis, Office of Education candidate Annette Lewis of Oakley is running for the Contra Costa County Office of Education – Area 5. Annette moved to Oakley over 30 years ago. During that time, she watched the dramatic changes in the community and schools in the East County area. Her work on behalf of all children began when her daughter walked through the welcoming kindergarten doors 21 years ago at Gehringer Elementary School. Even before becoming a mother, she studied the education system, looking at ways to serve children of all abilities, life and career paths. Through her work with PTA she increased her understanding of public education, how schools and districts are managed and funded, and how to advocate and how to be a leader. As a PTA leader and volunteer with Band Boosters and other groups, she expanded her ability to work collaboratively alongside others. Her work supported every student and benefited all students, the community and society. She wants to ensure all children receive the education they deserve. Annette’s priorities serving on the Contra Costa County Board of Education are: • Equity and excellence in education for all students. • Genuine parent, community and business engagement in public schools. • Access to high-quality education for all students.

LEWIS • Increased education opportunities for students, including Career Technical Education, early community college credits and college preparation. • Prioritize school safety and well-being for all students. • Assure the validity, financial feasibility and longevity potential of charter applications while honoring taxpayer investments in public education. Currently, Annette works as a substitute teacher in the Oakley Union Elementary School District and continues her volunteer work on behalf of students and families throughout Contra Costa County. For more information, visit www. annettelewis.com.

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Getting into the spirit Finley, an Australian shepherd owned by Brittany Greenwood, got into the Bavarian spirit at OktoberFEST 2018 sponsored by the Downtown Brentwood Coalition in Brentwood, Sat. Oct. 13. The event featured live music, German beer and events including the beer stein obstacle race and a weiner dog parade. To view more photos of the event, visit www. thepress.net/multimedia/slideshows

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he 2018 Tarantula Run drew hundreds of runners to the Los Vaqueros Reservoir in Brentwood, Saturday, Oct. 13. The popular event featured 5k, 10k and half-marathon runs along with a halfmarathon hike and a kids’ fun run. Julie Jackson, above, of Brentwood finished first in the 50 to 54 age group with a time of 1:07:46. To view more photos of the event, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia/slideshows

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Spirits, Food, Fun at 311 Oak Street The 311 Oak Street Pub is co-owner Stephanie Nazzisi’s latest endeavor – one where she quenches guests’ thirst with a full bar, twelve brews on tap and a selection of wines. A wide variety of pub fare, with a definite California twist, includes paninis, skewers, sliders, salads and other sandwiches. Food and drink are just part of Nazzisi’s vision for the pub. A long shuffleboard table, pool table, golf game, five televisions for

MLB viewing and a jukebox to keep everyone entertained. It is easy to remember the location of downtown Brentwood’s newest watering hole; it’s name is also the address of the pub. 311 Oak Street Pub is open 7 days a week, with kitchen service from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. most days. Saturday and Sunday brunch is served from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with four different kinds of eggs benedict, French toast, biscuits and gravy, bloody marys and mimosas. For more information call 925-626-5547.

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ade Zulich, a fifth-grader at Mary Casey Black Elementary School, went back to her hometown of New York City for a visit and wanted to make sure Al Roker said hello to all of Brentwood! This was taken at the today show.

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Sebastiano Nuccio of Brentwood celebrated his 27th birthday by visiting the ‘wettest spot’ on the planet, Mount Wai’ale’ale on Kauai, Hawaii, with his mom, Carla Nuccio, and Charles Hill. Thanks for taking along a copy of the Brentwood Press on your Hawaiian vacation!

Seen in Hollywood Brentwood residents Jack and Kelly Roberts – seen here holding a copy of the Brentwood Press – enjoyed a vacation to Hollywood with their family during fall break. Thanks for taking us along on your trip! Photo courtesy of John Roberts

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Here comes Shrek JR., the musical He’s big, green and likes his space! He is Shrek, and he’s coming to Brentwood, Oct. 26. Brentwood Teen Theater, now in its 15th year, embarks on a family-favorite production for the 2018 season opener. Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in “Shrek The Musical JR.” – based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, “Shrek JR.” is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family. Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his

swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he’s handed a task – if he rescues feisty princess Fiona, his swamp will be righted. Shrek tries to win Fiona’s love and vanquish Lord Farquaad, but a fairy-tale wouldn’t be complete without a few twists and turns along the way. The show runs Oct. 26 through Nov. 3, 7:30 p.m., with a single matinee on Nov. 3, at 2 p.m. For tickets, visit www. BrentwoodTeenTheater. com or call 925-516-9009.

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Happenings from page 7 are optional but preferred for this event, which will take hikers through the Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve – the site of a coal mine established in the 1800s. The hike will begin at 9 a.m. and finish around noon. A $5 parking fee is required. For more information or to register, visit https://bit.ly/2Pv3Qjj.

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Spirited Sanctuary will host a Halloween carnival at 3460 Orwood Road, in Brentwood, from 3 to 6 p.m. The carnival will include pony rides, games, a petting zoo, pumpkin decorating, a bake sale, face paintings and more. Admission is free, but activities have varying costs. All proceeds will go toward helping abused, neglected and abandoned animals in the community. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2QNn1Fc.

Betwitching Fun

Sand Creek Crossing will host the eighth annual Bewitching Fun event, from 1 to 3 p.m. Join the excitement dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy free trick-or-treating at participating merchants, pumpkin carving demonstrations, pumpkin giveaways, street entertainment and more. All are welcome for this family-friendly event. Bring a bag to collect all your candy and goodies, and be prepared to have a spooky good time! This year’s Bewitching Fun event is sponsored by Raley’s, which will provide candy for trick-or-treaters and pumpkin giveaways. For more information, visit https://bit. ly/2OpPwfD.

Sunday, Oct. 28 Black Diamond Gymnastics Trunk or Treat

Join the Black Diamond Gymnastics Kids Center’s third annual Trunk or Treat,

from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., in the center’s parking lot located at 2015 Elkins Way, in Brentwood. The event will feature decorated cars with their trunks open and filled with candy for trick-or-treaters. For more information or to register a vehicle, call 925-516-6619 or email marketing@bdgym.com.

Monday, Oct. 29 Ghosts and Giggles

Hosted in the new Brentwood Library at 104 Oak St., from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Ghosts and Giggles will help residents celebrate Halloween with not-too-scary tales for all ages, performed by expert storyteller, Olga Loya. No registration is required. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2yfnucx.

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Michael Jones

Currently the senior general manager of The Streets of Brentwood, Michael Jones is a 39-yearold businessman with an energetic attitude and record of success in commercial real estate. He is running for city council because he loves the City of Brentwood and believes that his background, education and experience will be a positive addition to the leadership of the city, particularly regarding the expected population growth over the next several years. His strengths include risk management, real estate development & management, leadership, negotiating, multimillion dollar budgeting and promoting transparency. Michael believes in smart growth. With the proper leadership, Brentwood can position itself to become one of the most demanding, high-paying job markets in the state. The additional sources of revenue will create the funds necessary to continue the exceptional services we receive from the Brentwood Police Department and other city services. The sustainability of our agricultural community is vital as well. We have the opportunity to place Brentwood on the national map as the true home of farm-to-table dining and organic diets. The agricultural community needs to be a centerpiece of promoting Brentwood to the world.

Johnny Rodriguez

My name is Johnny Rodriguez, and I am a candidate for Brentwood City Council. I am a lifelong resident of Brentwood, where my wife and I have chosen to raise our two sons. My sons attend Brentwood schools, and I am a proud graduate of Liberty High School. I am a firm believer in giving back to my community. I’m the founder and executive director of the nonprofit One Day at a Time youth development program, where I have worked with Brentwood youth and families for over 20 years. These experiences planted the seed that led me to successfully run for the Brentwood Union School District School Board in 2014, where I currently serve as president. Our city has grown tremendously and is now one of the most successful and attractive in the region. We have first-rate public services, beginning with police, and our parks and recreation programs and streets are consistently rated as best in the region. The foundation is there but must be maintained in line with our fiscal goals to support our future. I love Brentwood’s hometown feel. I am deeply committed to the success of this great community where I live and work. I will provide a voice of reason as we work together toward Brentwood’s future success and responsible, healthy growth for our community.

John Fink

During my eight years on the planning commission, I have been a part of the many changes, challenges and opportunities that Brentwood has transitioned through. This public service gives me unique experience to maintain the vibrancy of our community and guide Brentwood sensibly into the future as a member of the city council. I have deep roots in Brentwood, and I’m committed to the betterment our community. I am a member and past president of the Rotary Club, volunteer coordinator for the Harvest Time Festival Committee, a board member of the John Marsh Historic Trust, a volunteer at the Brentwood Regional Community Chest and a past member and president of the Heritage High School Parents Club. My priorities are: maintain public safety and improve emergency response times; protect and improve our agriculture economy; balance housing with open space and the need to maintain quality public services; ensure future fiscal stability; and promote Plan Area 1 as a viable, attractive commercial and transit village development that will encourage and grow new and existing businesses. I have the endorsement of Supervisor Diane Burgis, Councilmember Karen Rarey and former Councilmember Gene Clare.

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I’m a longtime Brentwood resident, and a professional realtor with more than 25 years of experience as a bank branch manager. I care about the Brentwood community and am committed to protecting the quality of life for all our residents. Working toward the good of the community has always been a priority to me. I’m a Brentwood Neighborhood Committee officer and past president of the Rotary Club of Brentwood. I’m active in the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce and served as a member of Golden Hills Community Church. Protecting Brentwood’s quality of life is important. If elected to represent you, I will focus on balancing Brentwood’s budget and maintaining healthy reserves for emergencies. A balanced budget means continued funds for police services. I will also work to: • Shorten emergency ambulance routes to nearby hospitals. • Enhance crime-prevention programs, so we can keep our city safe and free of gangs, drugs and criminal activity. • Work with our police to change the laws allowing home/car burglars, robbers and shoplifters to go free. Serving you on the city council would be my greatest honor. I’m accessible and welcome your questions and suggestions.

Joel Bryant

Your priorities are my priorities, and together we have worked to protect and improve our quality of life in Brentwood. Here are some of the things that you said were important. • Keep our families safe from the type of crime seen in neighboring communities. I listened and worked to make policies that allow our police department to remain fully staffed. We hired more police officers so that our department can remain proactive against criminals and put more traffic officers on the street to help stop reckless driving. We created our own police dispatch center so that 9-1-1 calls are answered here in Brentwood for faster emergency response. • Protect our small-town feel. I listened and worked to complete our general plan, which protects our urban limit lines, defends our agricultural core, makes bringing highquality tech, medical and corporate industries a top priority, while limiting housing to responsible future growth. It is a tremendous privilege to serve as your vice mayor. Let’s keep Brentwood, BRENTWOOD – a safe community with an agricultural foundation, a strong family focus, great schools, a balanced budget and a bright future. If re-elected, I will continue to seek positive solutions for Brentwood’s future.

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As a former university professor of education, I have the educational expertise necessary to make informed decisions on the Brentwood School Board. For seven years, I taught diversity and equity classes for preservice teachers entering the teaching profession. Before I was a professor, I was an elementary school teacher. My life’s work has focused on public education, and I ardently believe that access to a quality public education is the cornerstone of our vibrant democracy. Today, I volunteer as the PTA treasurer at my child’s elementary school and have represented Brentwood at the annual California PTA Legislation Conference in Sacramento to request increased funding for our public schools. I’m asking for your vote, because Brentwood public schools need a strong advocate who will persevere for our students!

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Scott Dudek

BUSD board My name is Scott Dudek, and I am running for re-election to the Brentwood Union School Board. Since 1986, I have lived in Brentwood with my wife of 40 years, Kathy. I am a retired sergeant with the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office. As you can imagine, I have seen many changes in the last 32 years. All three of my daughters attended Brentwood schools. My granddaughters are currently students in the district. During my current term, I am very proud of our passage of Measure B, which improves our school facilities and a future new elementary school. In the last four years, I have been directly involved in raising teachers’ salaries, improving student and staff safety and being a strong voice for improved technology throughout the district. I am honored to be endorsed by the Brentwood Teachers Association for the second consecutive term. I take pride in both my family and professional accomplishments. With my community’s support, I would love to stay involved in giving the teachers the tools and support they need. Let’s make sure when our children go to school, they are safe and focused on education. I will be an advocate to the teachers, students and residents. Let us all continue to move forward as a team for our children’s sake.

Steve Gursky

As a lifetime resident of Brentwood and a graduate of both the Brentwood and Liberty school districts, I have always felt a strong connection to our community and its schools. I was raised to appreciate the importance of education and community involvement. My mother taught locally for over 30 years in the Knightsen district, and my father was a longtime board member of the Brentwood Union School District. Because of this background and my local roots, I have always had a strong relationship with educators, administrators and other members of the local educational community. I have been on the board of the Brentwood Union School District Education Foundation for several years and am currently serving my second term as board president. The education foundation has been a great way to learn more about the needs of our schools and teachers while continuing my focus on community service. I also serve as president of Harvest Time in Brentwood as well as past president and current community service director for the Rotary Club of Brentwood. I am proud to be a product of the Brentwood school district and feel very fortunate to be raising my own children in this community and having them attend the great schools here as well.

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I’m running for the Liberty Union High School District school board in 2018. I’ve been a board member for LUHSD since 2014. I’ve always felt a deep commitment toward the children and educators in our community. I am currently employed with the Brentwood Union School District as a special-needs educator, where I’ve had the opportunity to engage with students and staff alike. I consider it both an honor and a privilege to work with students and fellow educators, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed volunteering and dedicating many hours to our schools and other community organizations. During my tenure as a board member for the last four years (2014 to 2018) I have served as the board president and board clerk. My focus on students and quality of education has never changed, as I sincerely believe education is the greatest gift we can provide for our children. It has been a great honor to be a part of this process, and I am grateful to the community for allowing me to serve as an LUHSD Board Member.

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Emil Geddes

I have always felt that education unlocks opportunity. Students who are connected to their school and its spirit have a brighter future. I serve on the board to champion leadership that inspires learning for all Brentwood kids and families. Tough decisions are necessary. We are still challenged with having limited funds and increasing needs. When we had to make cuts, my efforts focused on maintaining the best atmosphere for learning while reducing costs, so teachers, families and students could count on long-term success in our schools. In the past terms, we continued great progress. Through carefully planned spending, we have preserved a lower student-teacher ratio and longer school year than most districts while continuing improved test scores. I deepen my resolve to educate the whole child to their greatest potential. I am a lifetime Brentwood/ Byron resident – Liberty High School Class of 1962. Education: bachelor’s and master’s degrees, postgraduate work in education and life credential. Teaching experience: 16 years in music, language arts, school counseling (including special education) and self-contained classroom. Additional experience: 20-year board member, business owner, parent and grandparent.

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Roy Ghiggeri

I would like to begin by expressing my thanks to everyone for giving me the opportunity to serve on the LUHSD governing board the last eight years. I take this opportunity to ask for your vote in the upcoming November election, so that I will continue to advocate for school safety and school funding and to provide all students with the best educational opportunities. My knowledge and experience as a teacher, coach and administrator allows me to understand what is important to the students, parents and staff members. It would be an honor to serve our community once again in the next four years.

Erick Stonebarger

My name is Erick Stonebarger, and I’m a fourth generation farmer from Brentwood. My greatgrandfather served on the Liberty School Board from the late ‘50s to early ‘70s, and like him I have a desire to help make the community better. My goal for the 10 years I served on the Brentwood City Council was to improve the quality of life. Likewise my goal on the Liberty School Board is to improve the quality of the community. I believe the school board has been managed well and with Mrs. Byer retiring after 30 years of service, I’d be honored to earn your vote and follow in her footsteps.

Brian Roger Lax Jr.

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Member of the State Assembly District 11 I am a thoughtful public servant who makes decisions based on merit. R e p re s e n t i n g East County in the California State Assembly is my greatest honor. As Chair of Assembly Transportation Committee, I fought for $5 billion annually to improve our aging roads, highways, bridges and railways – requiring accountability for every dollar spent. I oppose the initiative to increase Bay Area bridge tolls by $3. The California Transportation Foundation awarded me Elected Official of the Year. Public safety and fire protection remain my top priorities. Other focus areas that make me proud include Women’s Commission – working alongside area women to establish our first Commission for Women and Girls; domestic violence – authoring legislation to add instruction on early detection of domestic violence to school curriculums, rating 97 percent in votes benefiting children; prescription drugs – supporting new law requiring drug makers to give 90-day notice before raising prices; veterans – authoring laws to recognize veterans on drivers’ licenses, protect overseas military voting rights and college benefits, strongly opposing any plan to build tunnels to send water to Southern California.

Lisa Romero

I am a nurse, educator, leader, mother and Latina running for Assembly for District 11, which deserve positive change. My experience working in many areas of nursing over the last 28 years, as a leader, nursing professor and volunteer in the community would be a valuable asset to the legislature and to my constituents. My upbringing, career, leadership and education gave me a strategic and creative edge to advocate, create change and lead District 11 in the right direction. I want to be an assemblywoman because District 11 needs new leadership. The voices of the residents say they want affordable housing; protections for our farmers and Delta by not supporting the twin tunnels; a focus on old and new business; resources for our veterans, mental health and teachers; improved and safer schools; affordable and accessible health care; answers to homelessness; a focus on climate change and preserving our environment; promotion of healthy aging and protections of our pensions, social security and retirements; and an advocate for every taxpayer. My family includes my husband, Mariano, and two children, Abryanna and Valentino. I will bring transparency, fiscal responsibility and accountability to the residents in District 11. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ electlisaromero or www.electlisaromero.com.

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Michael Jones

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Emil Geddes

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Erick Stonebarger

Brian Roger Lax Jr.

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Lisa Romero

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Editor: A lot of times people say this generation is made of lazy, entitled crybabies or “snowflakes,” which is a term used a lot. The criticism of this generation usually consists of how it’s soft, and this usually comes from older people of Generation X and Baby Boomers. People see things on how this generation acts – such as safe spaces at colleges, young people voicing their complaints on social media, protesting and many more things that revolve around young people and their feelings – and others believe this is a sign of weakness. It is unfair to disregard the opinions of the youth, bash them whenever they voice their discontent or try to impose a way of thinking that is new to the old ways. All this does it take away what the young people are saying about a problem without addressing it in the first place. When people criticize this generation, they usually look at how the generation reacts to problems faced in today’s world. Many believe that many of the problems that this generation complains about and have to face aren’t that much of a big deal – that the youth just need to suck it up. Many problems faced by young

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people are problems of great concern. When there are problems such as suicide, homelessness and unemployment that are occurring among many youth, it is very hard to not take the concerns of this generation serious. Social media is very popular among young people, but a drawback is how it can shape a person’s view on things in a negative way, because they are constantly basing things on what’s put out through the internet without seeing the full picture. With so many advertisements everywhere from TV, on the internet and in malls, young people are being told to look a certain way, be a certain weight and have certain kinds of brand items. All this does it put so much pressure on young people to live up to false and high expectations. There is no denying that past generations had to deal with problems of their own. Baby Boomers had to deal with problems such as the Vietnam War and the problems of civil rights. The generation before them had to deal with WW2 and The Great Depression. The generation before that had to deal with problems of their own such as WW1 and polio. People need to understand that just because they don’t see a problem or have to deal with it doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist or that others aren’t going through it. People should want problems to be solved regardless of how they’re affected by it. By doing this and listening to other’s concerns without shouting them down, we can move closer to solving problems of this generation. Brandon Lawson Antioch

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Editor: We are Brentwood Community United Methodist Church, serving this community for 151 years. In this open letter, we are offering our responses to anyone who is asking why we

are flying a rainbow flag on our church building: • Because we want people to know that we welcome all God’s children including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queers and more. God has loved us unconditionally. So we want to do the same to all our neighbors regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. • Because we are “Reconciling Congregation” a member of Reconciling Ministry Network, which is committed to the full inclusion of LGBTQ+ people within The United Methodist Church. This is who we are. And we want to let others know about us by flying a rainbow flag outside our church building. • Because we believe that a rainbow flag has been the sign for inclusion, acceptance, peace and justice throughout centuries, used by a variety of groups, including the LGBTQ+ community recently. In the Bible, God used the rainbow as the sign for God’s covenant for all living things and all creation. We are hoping that LGBTQ+ people may recognize the sign and feel safe to enter our sanctuary. • Because we “aspire to fulfill our baptismal covenant to recognize and utilize our privileges to resist oppression in whatever form it presents itself in the world.” We are hoping and working as best as we can to build up God’s beloved community in our church and beyond where everyone is free to be who they are as they serve God and neighbors with God-given gifts and talents. • Because we would like to invite anyone in the community to have an honest and authentic conversation with us regarding how to build this loving community where we may all grow together as we speak our hearts and dreams in love for all God’s children. Rev. Hyesung Lee and Reconciling Ministry Committee Brentwood Community United Methodist Church

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Lions volleyball team shining on the court by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

The Liberty girls’ volleyball team wrapped up the Bay Valley Athletic League title this season. Now the squad is hoping its success carries over to the postseason. Liberty is 19-8 and 9-0 with only one league game remaining against Pittsburg before the North Coast Section (NCS) playoffs begin next week. “Our goal is to go undefeated and not lose another set, go on to NCS and win all four matches and win a championship,” said middle blocker Emily Jacobson. Under the guidance of second-year head coach Chuck Sterni, the team is on pace to win at least 20 matches for the second consecutive year. Now the team must ensure history doesn’t completely repeat itself, as the squad was ousted in the first round of the NCS playoffs last season by Castro Valley. Much of that task will fall on the team’s senior leadership core in Kaitlyn Sexton, Isabella Fellman, Alicia Bustamante, Analiese Almgren and Jacobson,

Liberty’s Emily Jacobson prepares to hit the ball during the Lions’ 25-14, 25-15, 25-12 win over Deer Valley Tuesday night. The Lions are 19-8 and 9-0 this season.

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although Sterni is quick to point out the entire team carries the burden. “It’s not really one – they are all working together,” said Sterni, who noted the team’s front line, hitting, blocking and

setting have all been strengths this season. “They are doing a fantastic job.” Several signs point to the genesis of the team’s success being its natural development.

Sterni preaches tempo and teamwork, and the squad appears to be fully grasping the concepts this year, although see Volleyball page 24

Depth carries Heritage golf team to league tournament win by Michael Dixon Correspondent

The Heritage girls’ golf team had already finished a sixth-straight Bay Valley Athletic League (BVAL) title by way of its 10-0 regular season record. In Monday’s BVAL Tournament, the Patriots were again victorious, firing a 438 to edge Deer Valley, which shot a 446. Misa Church of the Wolverines fired the lowest score of the tournament with a 73. As it had done all season, the top of the Deer Valley lineup came through in a bag way. Church’s teammates, Neha Prasad and Jackie Caniete, also broke 80, shooting a 78 and 79, respectively. Sarah Lee fired a 76 for Heritage, the Patriots’ only score in the 70s. Heritage’s next two best players were Aiyanna Christi Co (82) and Grace Allen (92). But while the Wolverines top three players beat their Patriot counterparts by 20 shots, Heritage’s depth picked up the slack. The Patriots’ fourth and fifth best scores belonged to Geraldine Critica and Kendall Overgaard, who shot a 93 and 95, respectively. Sophia Dayton’s 96 was dropped. By contrast,

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Heritage girls golfers hold up six fingers representing the team’s sixth consecutive Bay Valley Athletic League championship after winning the league tournament this week. her score would have been Deer Valley’s fourth best. The Wolverines were rounded out by Lena Quan (103) and Laiqa Ijaz (113), with Caitlyn Todd (128) having her score dropped. The next step is the North Coast Section Division 1 Championship at Tilden Park in Berkeley Oct. 29. The question is, who will be there? Heritage’s team certainly will be. The Patriots earned that spot with their 10-0 league record. Their entire team will be qualified in both the team and individual flights.

A win would have given Deer Valley an automatic spot as well. But now the Wolverines will have to wait. What’s also certain is that Church, Prasad and Caniete will be at Tilden Park. They’ll be joined by their teammates if Deer Valley receives an at-large bid, which would open spots for the lowest scores at the BVAL Tournament from players not on qualified teams. If the Wolverines are denied the at-large bid, then Church, Prasad and Caniete will be in the individual flight at Tilden Park.

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Think pink The Liberty High School cheer team celebrated Breast Cancer Awareness Month by adding a little pink to their normal crimson and gold repertoire during the Lions’ win over Antioch. National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a chance to raise awareness about the importance of detecting breast cancer early, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The team’s addition of pink seemed to be well received by the football team. Liberty walloped Antioch 52-0.

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Liberty’s Alicia Bustamante taps the ball during the Lions’ victory over Deer Valley this week. The Lions are poised to return to the North Coast Section playoffs this season. Photo by Tony Kukulich

Liberty volleyball head coach Chuck Sterni poses with the Lions’ seniors during a practice this week. The team’s senior core has been instrumental in helping the team succeed this season.

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Volleyball from page 23 last season’s team did finish an impressive 20-10 and 8-2 in league play. “My first year was growing for them to know me and for me to know them,” Sterni said. “This year they bought into the program, they bought into the attitude and they want to play together. That has been the key. The skills are there. It’s just a matter of developing as one team.” The Lions’ 2018 victories haven’t come easy, and the team has had to overcome injuries. But it’s hard to tell consid-

ering 15 of the squad’s 19 wins have been by more than one set. “Everybody steps up when they need to,” said Almgren. “We have a pretty big team so not everyone gets a ton of playing time, but when they are needed, they are ready to go.” To charge deep into the postseason, the team will need to win in bunches – something it has done all year. The Lions have raked up winning streaks of three, four twice and seven, while also finishing third out of 28 teams in the

Orestimba Tournamnet and fourth out of 24 squads in the Berkeley Invitational. Its biggest win, however, likely came in a five-set victory against rival Heritage Oct. 2 to virtually wrap up the league title. Down starters Delaney Gash and Fellman, Liberty trailed in the fifth set, but bounced back to tie the match at 13, before winning 15-13. “I knew once we got into that fifth set and we were down by 5 to 10 and we came back to tie it at 13 – I knew we had it,” Sterni said. “I could just tell by the momentum.”

Going forward into the playoffs, Sterni said the team must pick up its tempo and energy – staples of his program – while maintaining proper fundamentals and capitalizing on opponents’ mistakes and minimizing its own. The rest, Sterni and players say, should fall into place. “We are still peaking,” Sterni said. “I think if their tempo is right, this is the time for us to peak.” To view a video and a slideshow, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia

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NOTICE INVITING BIDS 1. Bid Submission. The City of Brentwood (“City”), will accept sealed bids for its Reservoir Painting and Recoating, CIP Project No. 562-56398 (“Project”), by or before Tuesday, October 30, 2018 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 in the First Floor Vista Conference Room at Brentwood City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513. 2. Project Information. 2.1 Location and Description. The Project is located at Presidio Dr. & Capilano Dr. 2767 St. Andrews, and is described as follows: Coat and repair the City’s steel water storage tanks. Work includes, but is not limited to; furnish and apply protective coatings and paints to interior and exterior surfaces, disinfection of interior surfaces, if necessary, repair and replace damaged rafters and floors and supply and install specified safety, sanitary and structural upgrades. Specific details are outlined in Appendix A Scope of Services attached to the Bid Document. 2.2 Time for Completion. The planned timeframe for completion of this Project is: June 30, 2022. 2.3 Engineer’s Estimate. The City Engineer’s estimate for the cost of construction cost is: $1,900,000. 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 Class “C-33” Painting and Decorating License(s). All work pertaining to the installation of protective coatings shall be performed by a Contractor possessing a “C-33” License. Contractor shall have experience with the application of 100% solid plural component epoxy coating systems. An attestation referencing this experience will be required from the material manufacturer approved for use. Contractor or coating subcontractor must possess QP1 and QP2 certification. Contractor shall have a California based production center responsible for all field operations. Contractor shall possess full-time staff employees possessing the following qualifications and available for direct project involvement: NACE CIP, QP1 and QP2 certification and Lead Competent Person Training. Contract has ISO 9001 certification and in-house capabilities to provide and/or construct welded tank appurtenances including but not limited to welded plates, vents, overflows, man-ways, handrail, roof hatches and level indicators. 3.2 DIR Registration. City may not accept a Bid Proposal from or enter into a contract with a bidder without proof that the bidder and its subcontractors are registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) to perform public work under Labor Code Section 1725.5, subject to limited legal exceptions. 4. Contract Documents. Bidders must request and obtain an electronic copy of the Contract Documents directly from the City of Brentwood (at no charge) by completing and submitting the “Document Request Form” located on the City’s website at https://www.brentwoodca.gov/ gov/pw/cip/pw_projects_out_to_bid. asp. The City may reject a bid submitted by a bidder that did not obtain the Contract Documents from the City as required. 5. Bid Proposal and Security. 5.1 Bid Proposal Form. Each Bid must be submitted using the Bid Proposal form provided with the Contract Documents. 5.2 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 upon award of the bid, the bidder will execute the Contract and submit payment and performance bonds and insurance certificates as required by the Contract Documents within ten days after issuance of the Notice of Award. 6. Prevailing Wage Requirements. 6.1 General. 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 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. This Contract is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR, under Labor Code Section 1771.4. 7. Performance and Payment Bonds. The successful bidder will be required to provide performance and payment bonds for 100% of the Contract Price. 8. Substitution of Securities. Substitution of appropriate securities in lieu of retention amounts from progress payments is permitted under Public Contract Code Section 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, and California contractor license number, DIR registration number, and percentage of the Work to be performed (based on the Base Bid) for each Subcontractor who will perform work or service or fabricate or 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 70% of the Work may be performed by Subcontractors. 10. Instructions to Bidders. Additional information is provided in the Instructions to Bidders, which should be carefully reviewed before submitting a Bid Proposal. 11.Mandatory Bidders’ Site Visit. A bidders’ site visit will be held on October 16, 2018 at 2:00 p.m., at the following location: 2767 St. Andrews Drive, Brentwood to acquaint all prospective bidders with the Contract Documents and the Worksite. The bidders’ conference is mandatory. 12. Specific Brands. Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 3400(c) the City has found that the following specific brands are required for the following particular material(s), product(s), thing(s), or service(s), and no substitutions will be considered or accepted: Item: / Required brand:Interior Coating (above water line) / Sherwin Williams 646PW Interior Coating (below water line) / Sherwin Williams Sherplate PW Exterior Coating (base coat) / Sherwin Williams 646 Exterior Coating (final coat) / Sherwin Williams Hi-Solids Polyurethane City of Brentwood /s/ Margaret Wimberly MMC, City Clerk; Dated: October 2, 2018 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77690 Publish Dates: October 12, 19, 2018.

Service Located at: 4851-C Lone Tree Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): P&P Developmental Services. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on November 1, 2017. Signature of registrant: Vicky S. Ting, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 11, 2018 by Deputy S. Alvarez Expires September 11, 2023 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 77538 Publish dates: September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005806-00 The name of the business(es): Best of Friends Child Care Located at: 1719 Sanger Peak Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Aileen B. Ramirez. This business is conducted by: An individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9/24/18. Signature of registrant: Aileen B. Ramirez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 25, 2018 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires September 25, 2023 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 77618 Publish dates: October 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2018.

(s): JOHN R BUCK AND ARLENE D BUCK, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 10/24/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0340297-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 10/29/2018 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: $120,106.47 The purported property address is: 4533 SHANNONDALE DRIVE, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 056-040-012-9 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 12, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF PARKSIDE SUBDIVISION 6975, FILED MARCH 31, 1988 IN MAP BOOK 321 OF MAPS, PAGE 9, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: “ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS, CHEMICAL GAS AND GEOTHERMAL STEAM, AND OTHER MINERALS IN AND UNDER OR HEREAFTER FOUND, SITUATED OR LOCATED IN ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF ANTIOCH, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT “A” HERETO BELOW A DEPTH OF FIVE HUNDRED (500) FEET BUT WITHOUT THE RIGHT TO SURFACE ENTRY”, AS GRANTED IN THE QUITCLAIM DEED TO CHARLES J. KEENAN, III, ET UX, RECORDED APRIL 28, 1986, BOOK 12851, PAGE 208, OFFICIAL 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 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-18-836370-BF. 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-18-836370-BF IDSPub #0145182 10/5/2018 10/12/2018 10/19/2018 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 77505 Publish dates: October 5, 12, 19, 2018.

to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Charles Steffon Stolar. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 11, 2018 by Deputy H. Franklin Expires September 11, 2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77529 Publish dates: September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005699-00 The name of the business(es): 1. A Star Smog 2. A Star Vehicle Registration 3. A Star VIN Verification 4. A Star Livescan Fingerprinting. Located at: 2413 A Street, Suite B In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Kay Systems. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on September 28, 2017. Signature of registrant: Naveed Agboatwala. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 19, 2018 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires September 19, 2023. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 77630 Publish dates: October 12, 19, 26 & November 2, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005700-00 The name of the business(es): Fab Life Health and Fitness For the Soul Located at: 2263 Renwick Lane In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Kameka Bass. 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: Kameka Bass. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 19, 2018 by Deputy S. Alvarez Expires September 19, 2023 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 77572 Publish dates: September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005701-00 The name of the business(es): Buchanan Smoke Shop & More Located at: 2329 Buchanan Road, Unit A In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Ahmed Qassem Naser. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on September 13, 2018. Signature of registrant: Ahmed Qassem Naser, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 19, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 2018 by Deputy P. Cornellus Expires NAME STATEMENT September 19, 2023 Antioch Press No. File No. F-0005423-00 The name of the 06-1617 77703 Publish dates: October business: Games of Antioch Located 12, 19, 26, November 2, 2018. at: 2665 Somersville Rd In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the folFICTITIOUS BUSINESS lowing owner: 1. Christopher A. Meyer 2. NAME STATEMENT Gene Griffith. This business is conducted File No. F-0005731-00 The name of the by: A General Partnership. The registrant business: Deer Valley Cleaners Locommenced to transact business under cated at: 4514 Lone Tree Way In: Antioch, the fictitious business name or names CA 94531, is hereby registered by the listed above on N/A. Signature of regis- following owner: CL Brothers, LLC. This trant: Gene M. Griffith. This statement business is conducted by: A Limited Liwas filed with the County Clerk of Contra ability, Co.. The registrant commenced Costa County on: September 6, 2018 by to transact business under the fictitious Deputy H Franklin Expires 9/6/2023 An- business name or names listed above tioch Press No. 06-1617 77660 Publish on 9/21/2018. Signature of registrant: dates: October 5, 12, 19, 26, 2018. Thomas Kim, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Costa County on: September 21, 2018 NAME STATEMENT by Deputy M Barajas Expires 9/21/2023 File No. F-0005450-00 The name of the Antioch Press No. 06-1617 77731 Pubbusiness(es): Bruin Hues Located at: lish dates: October 12, 19, 26, November 1209 Jacobsen Street In: Antioch, CA 2, 2018. 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s):Brenda Ford & Jazmine FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Patrick. This business is conducted by: NAME STATEMENT Co-Partners. The registrant commenced File No. F-0005782-00 The name of the to transact business under the fictitious business: Jim’s Holiday Harbor Lobusiness name or names listed above cated at: 415 Fleming Lane In: Antioch, on N/A. Signature of registrant: Brenda CA 94509, is hereby registered by the Ford & Jazmine Patrick. This statement following owner: Jim DeVries. This busiwas filed with the County Clerk of Contra ness is conducted by: An Individual. Costa County on: September 07, 2018 by The registrant commenced to transact Deputy S. Alvarez Expires September 7., business under the fictitious business 2023 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 77541 name or names listed above on 9/24/18. Publish dates: September 28, October 5, Signature of registrant: Jim DeVries. This 12, 19, 2018. statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: SepFICTITIOUS BUSINESS tember 24, 2018 by Deputy J Celestial NAME STATEMENT Expires 9/24/2023 Antioch Press No. 06File No. F-0005504-00 The name of the 1617 77782 Publish dates: October 19, business(es): P&P Developmental 26, November 2, 9, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005938-00 The name of the business(es): Blue Line Property Group Located at: 5087 Lone Tree Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): ABJ Enterprises 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: Michael Barbanica CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 2, 2018 by Deputy L. Arosemene Expires October 2, 2023 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 77692 Publish dates: October 19, 26, November 2, 19, 2018. NOTICE OF OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT, WORKSHOPS, AND HEARING The State Water Resources Control Board will receive public comments, hold two workshops, and a board hearing on the proposed Establishment of the Water Quality Control Plan for Inland Surface Waters, Enclosed Bays, and Estuaries of California; and Toxicity Provisions and the Draft Staff Report, including the Draft Substitute Environmental Documentation, for the Toxicity Provisions. The documents will be available on the State Water Board’s web site on or before October 19, 2018. Public workshops will take place on October 29, 2018, in Costa Mesa and October 31, 2018, in Sacramento. The public hearing to receive oral comments on the Toxicity Provisions will take place on November 28, 2018, in Sacramento. Written comments are due no later than 12:00 noon on December 7, 2018. Please see the link below for documents, information on the Toxicity Provisions, workshops, hearing, and the process for submitting comments: https://www. waterboards.ca.gov/water_issues/programs/state_implementation_policy/ tx_ass_cntrl.html or contact Zane Poulson at (916) 341-5488 or via email at zane.poulson@waterboards.ca.gov. Any change in the date, time, and place of the workshops, hearing, or public comment period will be noticed by the automated email list. To sign up for the list, access the subscription form at http://www. waterboards.ca.gov/resources/email_ subscriptions/swrcb_subscribe.shtml, click on the “Water Quality” tab, then check the “Freshwater Plans and Policies” box. 10/19/18 CNS-3183191# ANTIOCH PRESS Antioch Press No. 06-1617 77804 Publish dates: October 19, 2018. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-18-836370-BF Order No.: 8742979 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/17/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. 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

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000005936-00 The name of the business(es): Jas Liquor Located at: 13530 Byron Highway In: Byron, CA 94514, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jasvir Singh Shahi. 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: Jasvir Singh Shahi. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 2, 2018 by Deputy L. Arosemena Expires October 2, 2023 Brentwood Press No. 021273 77688 Publish dates: October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005438-00 The name of the business(es): Sean Patrick Investigations Located at: 5427 Gold Creek Circle In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Sean Patrick Farley. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on September 1, 2018. Signature of registrant: Sean P. Farley. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 07, 2018 by Deputy M. Barajas Expires September 7, 2023. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77531 Publish dates: September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005454-00 The name of the business(es): L A Building Services Located at: 1433 Ruebens Meadow Dr. In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Lonnie Arguello. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on May 1, 2017. Signature of registrant: Lonnie Arguello. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 7, 2018 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires September 7, 2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77536 Publish dates: September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005488-00 The name of the business(es): J & V Salon Located at: 3860 Balfour Road, Suite G-9 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Vicki M.M. Steidle, Judith Marie Felan. This business is conducted by: Co-Partners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on September 1, 2018. Signature of registrant: Vicki M.M. Steidle. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 10th, 2018 by Deputy M. Favro. Expires September 10, 2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77540 Publish dates: September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005507-00 The name of the business(es): Celebrate Everything! Located at: 2607 Torry Pines Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s):Lori Lowell. 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: Lori L. Lowell. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 11, 2018 by Deputy D. Minor Expires September 11, 2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77533 Publish dates: September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005510-00 The name of the business(es): Dream Events by Charles Located at: 360 Elm Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s):Charles Steffon Stolar. This business is conducted by: An individual. The registrant commenced

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005523-00 The name of the business(es): Old Vine Winery Located at: 720 Crocket Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Old Vine Winery, 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 August 13, 2018. Signature of registrant: Tammy Zickuhr, CEO/Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 12, 2018 by Deputy P. Cornellus Expires September 12, 2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77634 Publish dates: October 5, 12, 19 26, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005557-00 The name of the business(es): Uncle Waldo’s Located at: 6277 Bethel Island Rd In: Bethel Island, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Terry E. Diehl. 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: Terry E. Diehl. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 13, 2018 by Deputy M. Favro Expires 9/13/18 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77600 Publish dates: October 5, 12, 19, 26, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005676-00 The name of the business(es): Cheryl’s Shuttle Service Located at: 3689 Sailboat Drive In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Cheryl Lynn Simmons. 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: Cheryl Simmons. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 18, 2018 by Deputy J. Celestial Expires September 18, 2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77549 Publish dates: September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005690-00 The name of the business(es): Stitched by Jaz Located at: 356 Fremont Peak Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Jazmine Elise Cavazos. 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: Jazmine Cavazos. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 18, 2018 by Deputy D. Minor Expires 9/18/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77616 Publish dates: October 5, 12, 19, 26, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005697-00 The name of the business(es): Brentwood Blockchain Located at: 603 Kenwood Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Wa Pak. 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: Wa Pak. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 19, 2018 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires September 19, 2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77701 Publish dates: October 12, 19, 26, November 2, 2018.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005733-00 The name of the business(es): Diablo Aerial Imaging Services Located at: 280 Alta Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Norberto B. Tydingco, Jr.. 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: Norberto B. Tydingco, Jr.. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 21, 2018 by Deputy J. Celestial Expires September 21, 2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77699 Publish dates: October 12, 19, 26, November 2, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005803-00 The name of the business(es): 999 Haul Located at: 60 Audrey Lane In: Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Andy Giang Truong Nguyen. This business is conducted by: An individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on September 25, 2017. Signature of registrant: Nguyen Giang Truong Nguyen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 25, 2018 by Deputy J. Celestial Expires September 25, 2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77801 Publish dates: October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005752-00 The name of the business(es): Draft to Build Located at: 212 Lawrence Lane In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Stephen William Doty. 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: Stephen William Doty. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 21, 2018 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires September 21, 2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77637 Publish dates: October 12, 19, 26 & November 2, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005758-00 The name of the business: Brentwood Family Pet Care Located at: 4421 Balfour Rd. Suite A In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: G Scott Lichlyter, DVM Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 4/1/2000. Signature of registrant: G Scott Lichlyter, DVM President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 21, 2018 by Deputy C Garola Expires 9/21/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77648 Publish dates: October 5, 12, 19, 26, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005785-00 The name of the business(es): Amber Hair Design Located at: 612 First Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Amber Hong Vo. 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: Amber Hong Vo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 24, 2018 by Deputy P. Cornellus Expires September 24, 2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77603 Publish dates: October 5, 12, 19, 26, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005791-00 The name of the business: Music’N Fun Daycare & Preschool Located at: 524 Yelland Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Cyril Keyes. This business is conducted by: An Indiviual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on July 2018. Signature of registrant: Cyril Keyes. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 24, 2018 by Deputy C Garola Expires 9/24/2023 Brentwood Press No. 021273 77644 Publish dates: October 12, 19, 26, November 2, 2018.

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NOTICE OF LIEN SALE Notice is hereby given pursuant to California Business and Professional Codes #21700-21716, Section 2328 of the UCC of the Penal Code, Section 535 the undersigned, StorQuest Self Storage in Brentwood, CA, will sell at public sale by competitive bidding the personal property of: Name: Shirley Mills, William Joplin, Nic Mutulo, Jessica Sanchez, Stephen Loving. Property to be sold: household goods, furniture, appliances, clothes, toys, tools, boxes & contents. Auctioneer Company: www.storagetreasures.com The Sale will end at 10:00AM October 29th, 2018. Goods must be paid in CASH at site and removed at completion of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. StorQuest Self Storage 325 Guthrie Ln FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Brentwood, CA. 94513 925-322-1883 NAME STATEMENT Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77725 File No. F-0005848-00 The name of the Publish dates: October 12, 19, 2018. business(es): Mr. Pickles Sandwich Shop Located at: 3130 Balfour Road, NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Suite F In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is AFFORDABLE STORAGE WISHING TO hereby registered by the following AVAIL THEMSELVES OF THE PROVISION owner(s): March & Thomas Inc.. This OF APPLICABLE LAWS OF THE STATE OF business is conducted by: A Corpora- CALIFORNIA, SECTION 21700-21707 OF tion. The registrant commenced to THE BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE, transact business under the fictitious SECTION 2328 OF THE COMMERCIAL business name or names listed above CODE, SECTION 535 OF THE PENAL CODE, on N/A. Signature of registrant: Renee HEREBY GIVES NOTICE OF SALE UNDER March, President. This statement was SAID LAW TO WIT: ON 11/15/2018, AT filed with the County Clerk of Contra AFFORDABLE STORAGE; 95 FIRST AVCosta County on: September 26, 2018 ENUE NORTH; PACHECO, CALIFORNIA by Deputy L Mae Expires September 94553; (925) 825- 3217; AT 8:00 AM 26, 2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 OF THIS DAY, AFFORDABLE STORAGE WILL 77802 Publish dates: October 19, 26, CONDUCT A PUBLIC SALE TO THE HIGHEST November 2, 9, 2018. BIDDER, FOR CASH, OF THE CONTENTS OF SPACE NUMBERS: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS B45 5X10DNI RAH, KAHLIF NAME STATEMENT B55 10X24DNO GOMEZ, JAIME File No. F-0005882-00 The name of C76 5X10DNI CASSEL, JANIS the business(es): Noble Real Estate C88 10X10DNO MCMILLAN, PAT Located at: 1058 Cambrian Place In: C89 10X10DNO CASSEL, JANIS Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby regis- D1180 X5UPM SANCHEZ, CRISTOBAL tered by the following owner(s): Lewis D1230 10X10UPM BRANDEN, SUSAN Steven Noble. This business is con- E208 4X5DNI MCATEE, JOSEPHINE ducted by: An Individual. The registrant E225 10X14DNO DEMPSEY, RAYMOND commenced to transact business under E1294 5X5UP BAYERSKI, RUSSELL the fictitious business name or names F228 8X10DNO CASSEL, JANIS listed above on September 1, 2018. Sig- ITEMS TO BE AUCTIONED WILL CONSIST OF nature of registrant: Lewis Steven No- PERSONAL, HOUSEHOLD AND CORPORATE ble. This statement was filed with the GOODS. LANDLORD RESERVES THE RIGHT County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: TO BID. THIS SALE IS BEING MADE TO September 28, 2018 by Deputy C. Garcia SATISFY A LANDLORD’S LIEN. THE PUBLIC Expires September 28, 2023 Brentwood IS INVITED TO ATTEND. DATED THIS 15TH Press No. 02-1273 77684 Publish dates: DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2018. AFFORDABLE October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 2018. STORAGE, LESSOR PH: (925) 825-3217 FX: (925) 825-3219 theaffordablestorFICTITIOUS BUSINESS age.com affordable_storage@sbcglobal. NAME STATEMENT net Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77788 File No. F-0005904-00 The name of Publish dates: October 19, November 2, the business: In Compliance Ser- 2018. vices Inc. Located at: 7255 Piper Rd. In: Bethel Island, CA 94511, is hereby NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE registered by the following owner: In NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the unCompliance Services Inc. This business dersigned intends to sell the personal is conducted by: A Corporation. The reg- property described below to enforce a istrant commenced to transact business lien imposed on said property pursuant under the fictitious business name or to Sections 21700-21716 of the Businames listed above on N/A. Signature of ness & Professions Code, Section 2328 registrant: Lucas Jones. This statement of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal was filed with the County Clerk of Con- Code and provisions of the Civil Code. tra Costa County on: October 1, 2018 by The undersigned will sell at public sale by Deputy H. Franklin Expires 10/1/2023 competitive bidding on the 29th day of Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77712 OCTOBER 2018, at 12:30 P.M., on the Publish dates: October 12, 19, 26, No- premises where said property has been vember 2, 2018. stored and which are located at: Discovery Bay Storage FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 2400 Newport Drive NAME STATEMENT 2401 Newport Drive File No. F-0005935-00 The name of the Discovery Bay, CA. 94505 business: Your Garage Door Guys EB County of Contra Costa, State of CaliforLocated at: 510 Gilcrest Ave In: Vallejo, nia, the following: CA 94591, is hereby registered by the DIANE M. MOORE following owner: John Robert Inboden. FRANK LUCIDO This business is conducted by: An In- MARK HENDRIX dividual. The registrant commenced to ASHLEY DAMBROGIA transact business under the fictitious BOBBI NUGENT business name or names listed above WILL TILLEY on 10/2/18. Signature of registrant: ROBERT DURAN John R. Inboden. This statement was RON THOMAS filed with the County Clerk of Contra ADRIENNE HERNANDEZ Costa County on: October 2, 2018 by Property including but not limited to: Deputy L. Spence Expires 10/2/2023 tools, tripod, wood, ice chest, plastic Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77714 drawers, ceramic tiles, knack box, ofPublish dates: October 12, 19, 26, No- fice chair, jack, blankets, ladder, desks, vember 2, 2018. shelving, drill press, rope, weight bench,

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mattress, van seats, step ladder, misc. furniture, hutch, bed frame, misc. boxes, mirror, washer, dryer, dressers, dollhouse, microwave, couch, totes, toys, chairs, Crockpot, misc. household items and décor, barbeque, tackle box, vacuum, end tables, head board, weights, fabric, books, patterns, treadmill, Christmas tree stand, folding tables and chairs, Christmas décor, baskets, toys, misc. boxes, Halloween décor, baby swing, black light, cabinets, mattress. Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase in cash only. All purchased items sold as is. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Terms, rules and regulations are available at sale. Auction to be conducted by Auctioneer- Forrest O’Brien 00106386718 and/or Donna Wilson Ca Bond No. 0562039 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77728 Publish dates: October 12, 19, 26, 2018.

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 CA1800283129 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 FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772 NPP0341646 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 10/19/2018, 10/26/2018, 11/02/2018 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77737 Publish dates: October 19, 26, November 2, 2018.

lowing owner(s): Paula Angelica Ruiz. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9/21/18. Signature of registrant: Paula Angelica Ruiz. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 21, 2018 by Deputy M. Favro Expires 9/21/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 77599 Publish dates: October 5, 12, 19, 26, 2018.

Dated:10/4/2018 THE MORTGAGE LAW FIRM, PLC Adriana Durham/Authorized Signature 27455 TIERRA ALTA WAY, STE. B, TEMECULA, CA 92590 (619)465-8200 FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-730-2727 The Mortgage Law Firm, PLC. may be attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose. 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 (714) 730-2727 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site - www. servicelinkASAP.com - for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case: 139982. 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. A-4671881 10/12/2018, 10/19/2018, 10/26/2018 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 77665 Publish dates: October 12, 19, 26, 2018.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TSG No.: 8730876 TS No.: CA1800283129 FHA/VA/PMI No.: APN: 016-270-072-8 Property Address: 1865 GINGERWOOD TERRACE BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/16/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 11/08/2018 at 01:30 P.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 06/24/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-0230566-00, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of California. Executed by: EMMA MELENA, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, 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# 016-270-072-8 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1865 GINGERWOOD TERRACE, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $221,601.77. 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

PUBLIC NOTICE KNIGHTSEN TOWN COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT The Knightsen Town Community Services District is meeting on November 1, 2018, at 3067 Knightsen Avenue, Knightsen CA 94548 at 7:30 pm to adopt a final budget. Any person may appear regarding any item on the budget or regarding the addition of an item on the budget. The proposed final budget is currently available for inspection at 3067 Knightsen Avenue, Knightsen CA 94548 from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77797 Publish dates: October 19, November 2, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005711-00 The name of the business(es): Dirty Worx Small Engine & Equipment Repair Located at: 6338 Bridgehead road In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): David Whitaker. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on September 20, 2018. Signature of registrant: David Whitaker. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 20, 2018 by Deputy M. Fuhrer Expires September 20, 2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 77638 Publish dates: October 5, 12, 19, 26, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005746-00 The name of the business: Master Clean Located at: 53 Carol Lane, Suite 104 In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the fol-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005877-00 The name of the business: Jumelles Candle Co Located at: 352 Coolcrest Dr. In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Tiffany Rene Colbert. 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 Rene Colbert. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 28, 2018 by Deputy J. Celestial Expires 9/28/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 77711 Publish dates: October 12, 19, 26, November 2, 2018. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 139982 Title No. 95519967 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 02/21/2007. 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 11/02/2018 at 9:00 AM, The Mortgage Law Firm, PLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 02/28/2007, as Instrument No. 2007-0059459-00, in book xx, page xx, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by Jack Harrison, A Single Man as His Sole and Separate Property, 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: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN 032-191-051 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5184 Sandmound Boulevard, Oakley Area, 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, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. 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: $118,659.76 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Shane’s Charters at 464 Anvilwood Drive. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on 8/26/2013 under File No. F-0005216-00 (*) 1. Kimberly Ann Ambrosino 2. Shane S. Ambrosino 464 Anvilwood Dr, Oakley (**) This business was conducted by: General Partnership. Signature: Kimberly A. Ambrosino. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 12, 2018 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 77781 Publish dates: October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005768-00 The name of the business: The Little Babe Located at: 921 Augusta Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Fatima Stout. 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: Fatima Stout. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 24, 2018 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 9/24/2023 Brentwood Press No. 021273 77823 Publish dates: October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 2018.

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Sept. 11, 1:14 p.m. A hit-and-run incident was reported on Balfour Road. The driver admitted to the witness that he had been drinking. Sept. 12, 2:43 p.m. A fight was reported on Lone Tree Way most likely caused by someone stealing. Sept. 13, 9:55 p.m. A subject told authorities that he was punched by his stepbrothers. This report was made on Stanwick Street. Sept. 14, 10:29 p.m. A suspicious vehicle was reported on Maplewood Court and Atherton Boulevard. Reports indicated a van was parked in the middle of the street with the lights off. The vehicle was unfamiliar to the neighborhood. Sept. 15, 11:36 p.m. A person told authorities that a fight between 20 people was taking place on Village Drive. Sept. 16, 8:42 p.m. A suspicious person was reported on Sunflower Lane and Fairview Avenue. A man wearing only boxer shorts and black socks was headed toward Fairview. Sept. 19, 4:06 p.m. A person told authorities that their roommate smashed their car’s windshield. This was reported on Fernwood Lane. Sept. 20, 7:58 a.m. A person was reported sleeping in their Ford F-150 on Chelmsford and Chaucer Drive.

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ture parking needs,” said Brentwood Senior Analyst Peggy Berglund, who notes the full cost of the plan and implementation timeline are not finalized. TJKM Transportation Consultants, hired by the city in 2017 to assist in creating a downtown parking management plan, homed in on the downtown portion bound by Spruce Street on the north, Chestnut Street to the south, Brentwood Boulevard on the west and Fourth Street on the east – an area long plagued by parking shortages, according to downtown business owners and city residents. The consultant confirmed limited downtown parking, which doesn’t bode well, considering many visitors arrive by car and a near majority are unwilling to walk more than one or two blocks to their destination after leaving their vehicles. Two-hour parking limits permeate most of downtown and enforcement is scarce, though vehicles spend an average of only 1.7 hours parked. “Downtown Brentwood does have its issues and challenges, and this report provides solutions, which should address the concerns that have been voiced by the community and help our downtown businesses and residents,” Berglund said. The city will adopt several changes –

Overtime

the most visible arguably being the addition of an estimated 43 parking spaces, upping the area total to 1,693. This will be accomplished by converting parallel parking to the angled variety on the west side of Third Street, from Oak to Chestnut streets and on the south sides of Pine and Maple streets between Brentwood Boulevard and Second Street. “We recommended angled parking wherever the width of the street would permit,” said Chris Kinzel, vice president of TJKM Transportation Consultants. “Our goal was to maintain the two-way flow. If the street isn’t wide enough to accommodate the extra width of the angled versus parallel parking, then we didn’t recommended it.” The city also plans to increase enforcement of existing downtown parking time limits but hasn’t decided whether to hire an outside firm or additional employees to tackle the added duties. Additionally, the city will install several way-finding signs. “While the primary focus of this recommendation is parking signage, staff will also look into pedestrian and other directional signage options while at the drawing board determining the costs and design elements for parking signage,” said Berglund. Pete Jacoway, a Downtown Business

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impacted.” While city officials say the expense of overtime is a natural component of the work, they are not without critics. Michael Kitterman of the newly formed nonprofit American Citizens Institute, a research group with an intent to strike a balance between individual freedoms and government-imposed social control, said the overtime pay of area officers is a problem when given the need for more personnel. “In my own work and in my own opinion, overtime is abused by police departments across America, because there’s really no oversight and when there is, it’s internal,” said Kitterman, adding one of the three areas of focus for his nonprofit will be to organize people on a national level to come up with solutions regarding police oversight. “The budget is there. It is what the police are doing with that budget that holds the problem.” Kitterman’s concerns regarding Antioch specifically hinged around how funds from voter-approved Measure C were being spent on overtime instead of new officers, as the measure was passed in 2013 to enhance the police force. The City of Antioch’s 2016-2017 annual status report indicated the measure has generated nearly $20 mil-

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Coalition director, said he believes the city’s plan is a good start. “The biggest thing to take away from all of this is that (the parking shortage) is now a priority and has been brought to the council,” he said. Under the approved plan, residential parking regulations on Second, Third and Fourth streets will also change, allowing limited additional nonpermit parking while preserving spaces for residents with houses on those streets. Third and Fourth streets currently allow permit-only parking from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. The new regulations, applying also to Second Street, will allow nonpermitted drivers a two-hour limit from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Permits will be required to park 5 p.m. to 10 a.m. on weekdays and 24 hours a day on weekends. Permitted parkers will be excluded from the two-hour weekday limit. “Any decision we make one way or another is going to affect people differently,” said City Manager Gus Vina. “There is no perfect solution here.” The consultants suggested the city also explore creating a uniform parking time limit on streets and the city hall parking garage, but the council opted to revisit that idea after the other recommendations are implemented.

lion since inception with $19 million allocated to the police department budget and $900,000 to code enforcement. In a public records request, the City of Antioch provided further specifics on its force from November 2011 to July 2018, reporting the number of hires for sworn police officers in that time frame to be at 54. When accounting for retirements, 21, resignations, 11, terminations, 9, and separations, 41, net staffing levels have increased by 13. Antioch Police Chief Tammany Brooks indicated the staffing process to be more complicated than simply selecting new recruits. “Staffing is constantly fluctuating,” said Brooks. “And one unexpected vacancy takes months and sometimes over a year to replace. But with that said, we have and will continue to work continuously to reach our maximum authorized staffing level.” While Brooks agreed Antioch, for a city of its size, is understaffed in the way of police officers – counted at 95 as of July 2018 – he is only authorized to bring his level to 104. He also noted the nature of his industry to not be a typical nine to five. “(Eliminating overtime pay) is impossible for any police department,” he said. “We are a 24/7 operation that requires minimum staffing levels to ensure the safety of

The modifications address the consultant’s key findings, which included 1,650 spaces existing now downtown, but when factoring in the 217 private parking lot spaces and the 499 at Liberty High School, the number then drops to 940, which includes on-street parking, public lots and the city parking garage. About 80 percent of the 926 respondents to a downtown parking survey said they use on-street parking during visits, with 27 percent of respondents willing to walk only one block after parking, 37 percent two blocks, 18 percent three blocks and 8 percent four blocks or more. “Unfortunately, 43 percent said lack of interest in walking affects their willingness to walk,” Berglund said. Looking into the future, the consultant report recommends the city later explore metered parking, valet and shuttle services, and construction of additional parking structures or surface lots. “As the downtown develops, we will keep these future recommendations on the table for consideration,” Berglund said. Mayor Bob Taylor said all instituted measures will be monitored to ensure that no unforeseen problems arise. To view the complete report, visit https://bit.ly/2J1aKdt. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

the public. Officers get sick, injured, have family emergencies, need vacation, attend off-site training, etc. These shifts need to be covered ... What if a homicide occurs at 11 p.m. on a Friday night? Should we let that crime scene sit, unsecured, until Monday morning when the detectives come back to work at 8 a.m.? Or how about the graveyard officer who has to go to court during regular business hours? … We cannot just stop what we’re doing and not work when our 40 hours a week are up.” Overall, the three police department officials agreed that reasons for overtime can vary from city to city and hiring is a time-consuming process. “We are continuing to work with the resources we have to provide and improve public safety services to our community,” Brooks added. “In addition to responding to crimes already committed and working diligently to identify and apprehend the offenders, we are increasing our crime prevention programs in an effort to reduce the number of crimes actually happening. We are also leveraging technology as a resource for both of these strategies (investigation and prevention).” Statistics from the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff were not available at press time. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

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Calendar

For print, email your events to calendar@brentwoodpress.com one week prior to publication. For online, post your events for free on The Press Community Calendar www.thepress.net/calendar.

Saturday, Oct. 20 U.S. Air Force Band of the Golden West

The U.S. Air Force Band of the Golden West with special guests from the Liberty High School Band present a free concert, starting at 7 p.m., at the Liberty High School Performing Arts Center. For more information, call 707-424-3962, email jay.sutey@us.af. mil or visit www.bandofthegoldenwest.af.mil.

East Contra Costa Historical Society Museum

East Contra Costa Historical Society Museum, 3890 Sellers Ave., is open from 2 to 4 p.m., every Saturday and the third Sunday now through October. Tour the 1890s home, one-room schoolhouse, new resource center and other features from East County’s past. For more information, contact Dawn at 925-513-3247.

Holiday Boutique at Summerset III

Summerset III will hold its third annual Holiday Boutique from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 1581 Regent Drive. There will be floral décor, specialty foods, crafts, throws, placemats, jewelry, candles, cosmetics, holiday decorations, clothing and more. For more information, call Ginny at 925-516-1375.

Heritage Day 2018

The John Marsh Historic Trust will celebrate Heritage Day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Marsh Creek State Historic Park. Join us for activities, presentations and two hikes celebrating local history at John Marsh’s iconic Stone House. The event is free; a $10 donation is requested for the hikes. For more information, contact Rick Lemyre at 925-286-4591 or ricklemyre@gmail.com.

Oakley Harvest Festival

The annual Oakley Harvest Festival will be held, at Civic Center Plaza, 3231 Main St. from noon to 4 p.m. This old-fashioned festival includes a costume parade for all ages, a canine costume parade, a pieeating contest, vendors and more. Admission and parking is free. For more information, call Cindy at 925-625-7044 or email coelho@ci.oakley.ca.us.

Monster Ball Steak Fundraiser

Lions Center for the Visually Impaired presents Monster Ball Steak Dinner Fundraiser, starting at 5 p.m., at 175 Alvarado Street. Come to this costume parade with dinner and prizes and help fundraise for a good cause. Entrance is $40 per person. For more information, call 925-432-4313.

Global Cat Day Celebration

HARP will be holding a celebration and fundraiser, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Riverview Lodge Restaurant. All proceeds will go to HARP, an organization that has been helping cats with medical attention, food and more. Tickets for lunch are $20. For more information or tickets, call 925-4318546 or email karenkops@yahoo.com.

Rocktoberfest

Head out to Cedar Creek Stables for the 11th annual Rocktoberfest, from 6 to 11 p.m., at 1095 Eden Plains Road, in Brentwood. Listen to The Floorshakers while enjoying all-you-can-eat tacos and all-you-can-drink beer and wine. Tickets are $50 in advance and $60 at the door. For more information, call 925-437-4494 or 925-757-8283 or visit https://bit.ly/2RDNSoj.

Sunday, Oct. 21 Marsh Creek Democratic Club

every Monday, from 7 to 9 p.m., at 400 Guthrie Lane, Brentwood. New members of all ages who play woodwind, brass or percussion instruments are welcome. For more information, contact info@ brentwoodconcertband.com.

Thursday, Oct. 25 Family Violence Prevention Forum The Contra Costa District Attorney will have a family violence prevention forum, from 5 to 7:30 a.m., at the Antioch Water Park. There will be food trucks, prizes and information on preventing family violence. For more information vist www.cocofamilyjustice.org/event/ family-violence-prevention-forum/

Kiwanis Club of Brentwood Meetings The Kiwanis Club of Brentwood will be meeting every Thursday at Jalisco’s Restaurant in Brentwood, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. For more information, contact Barry Joseph at Barry4kiwanis@yahoo.com.

Friday, Oct. 26 Quilters’ Holiday Boutique

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church presents Crafty Quilters’ Holiday Boutique at 500 Fairview Ave., Brentwood, Oct. 26, from 1 to 5 p.m.; Oct. 27, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Oct. 28, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The boutique includes handmade items, baked goods, jams, plants and a quilt raffle. For more information, contact craftyquiltersihm@gmail.com.

Saturday, Oct. 27 The Mattress Fundraiser

The Liberty High School will be having a mattress fundraiser, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Liberty High School Gym. There will be mattresses, pillows and more bed items. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/beds4lions2018.

Hot Rods 4 Paws

Petco in Brentwood will host Hot Rods 4 Paws from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come to the car show, which will benefit Furry Friend Pet Relief. The fee is $25 if you wish to enter a vehicle. For more information visit www.furryfriendsfoodre.wix.com/hr4p.

Wednesday, Oct. 31 Circus Night

Harvest Time Church presents Circus Nights, from 6 to 9 p.m., at 2200 Ventura Drive, in Brentwood. Bring your family and enjoy candy, games and more. Admission is free, and snacks are $1 each. For more information, call 925-516-1908.

Friday, Nov. 2 Art and Craft Fair

The Brentwood Senior Activity Center will hold an arts and crafts fair, Nov. 2, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Nov. 4, from 11 a.m. 3 p.m. Start your holiday shopping and visit the holiday café and no-host mimosa bar. For more information, call 925-516-5380.

Senior Walk

Antioch City Councilmember Lori Ogorchock will host a senior walk at Somersville Towne Center, from 9 to 11 a.m. This event will provide information and services for caregivers. There is no fee but a reservation is required. For more information, email eastcountyseniorwalk@gmail.com.

Saturday, Nov. 3 Free Market

The Marsh Creek Democratic Club will hold its monthly meeting at Mountain Mike’s Pizza, 380 W. Country Club Drive, Brentwood, at 2 p.m. Learn about ways to get involved in the politics of Brentwood and neighboring cities. For more information, visit www.marshcreekdems.org.

Christian Community Outreach presents Free Market at the New Covenant Church, from 1 to 4 p.m. Donations of items of the following categories are needed: clothes, toiletries and sundries, kitchen appliances, Bibles and other daily items. Volunteers are also needed. For more information, contact Jenny Rodriguez at 925-625-2651 or Karen Randle at 925-642-1527.

Monday, Oct. 22 The Brentwood Concert Band

Sunday, Nov. 4 Auction/Bazaar Fundraiser

The Brentwood Concert Band holds rehearsals

The LMC Foundation and Trilogy at the Vineyards

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Events

Look at the many local events on www.thepress.net /calendar are holding an auction/bazaar, from noon to 4 p.m., at Club Los Meganos. The funds will got to help students with tuition and other financial needs. For more information, contact Trinh Nguyen at trnguyen@losmedanos.edu or at 925-473-7315.

Monday, Nov. 5 NARFE Meeting

The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) will meet at 11:30 a.m., at Denny’s, 4823 Lone Tree Way, Antioch. All active federal employees, retirees and their dependents are invited to attend. For more information, contact Dorothy Wilson at 925-308-4538 or narfedc1718@yahoo.com.

Tuesday, Nov. 6 Coffee with Carolyn

Coffee with Carolyn is a cancer support group for women hosted by Carolyn George the first Tuesday of every month, at 10 a.m., and the third Thursday of every month, at 6 p.m. The group provides a calm, safe and loving environment to support women who have gone through or are going through treatment for cancer or other serious illnesses. For more information, contact Carolyn at 925-577-3325.

Monday, Nov. 12 Delta Quilters Guild

Delta Quilters Guild meets the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m, at 2401 Shady Willow Lane, in Brentwood. A donation of $5 at the door is asked. For more information, visit www. deltaquilters.org or contact Sue at 925-550-2756.

Wednesday, Nov. 14 Personal Safety Event

The GFWC Woman’s Club of Antioch present a personal safety event by the Delta Dactile Training Group, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the 509 G St., Antioch. For more information call 925-757-4447.

Monday, Nov. 19 Kaleidoscope Connection Circle

The Kaleidoscope Connection Circle meets the third Monday of every month at Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection Center, 14671 Byron Highway, in Byron, from 10 a.m. to noon. Acquaint yourself with Kaleidoscope’s programs and meet its leaders and volunteers. For more information, email info@kaleidoscopehope.org or call 925-550-8021.

Sign-ups U.S. Citizenship Preparation Class

The Liberty Adult Education Center will have a citizenship preparation class from 6 to 9 p.m., starting Oct. 24. This class is designed for adult permanent residents who have applied for naturalization and want to prepare for the naturalization interview. For more information call 925-634-2565 or visit www.libertyadulted.org.

Christmas Wreath Workshop

The Liberty Adult Education presents a Christmas Wreath starting Nov. 8, at the Liberty Adult Education Center, from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, contact the Liberty Adult Education Center at 925-634-2565 or visit www.libertyadulted.org.

Fall Water Polo

Fall season sign-ups are underway for Lamorinda Brentwood Water Polo for boys and girls ages 14 and under. No experience is necessary. There will be a two-week trial for new members. For more information, emailwaterpolo@brentwoodseawolves.com or visit www.brentwoodseawolves. com/lamorindabrentwoodwaterpolo.com.

Cheer Coaches

Brentwood/Oakley Youth Falcons Football and Cheer is currently seeking cheer coaches for

its starts division for ages 6, 7 and 8. For more information, contact Joanne 925-550-7038 or visit www.boffc.com.

Girl Scouts of Nor Cal

The Girl Scouts of Nor Cal are looking for girls and adults to join a leadership team. For more information, contact infogirlscouts@yahoo.com with the girl’s name, grade and school. Parents please indicate if you also have adult leadership interest.

Brentwood Blaze Cheer

The Brentwood Blaze Cheer is currently enrolling children from 5 to 14 years of age for a program that teaches the fundamentals of cheer. Practices are ongoing throughout the year. For more information, contact Alison at 925-848-8422 or brentwoodblazecheer@gmail.com.

Art Classes at Delta Gallery

The Delta Gallery offers a wide variety of creative art classes for all ages, including oil and acrylic painting, drawing and jewelry design. The classes will be at the Delta Gallery. For more information, visit www.deltagallery.com.

Club Scouts and Boy Scouts

Join the Cub Scouts, for kindergarten to fifthgrade boys, or Boy Scouts, for boys ages 11 to 18. For more information and to find a Pack or Troop visit BeAScout.org. You can also email membership@pack1155.org with questions.

The Oakley 4-H Club Meeting

The Oakley 4-H Club will be meeting the second Thursday of every month at the Daub 4 Kids Bingo Hall, starting at 7 p.m. For more information, contact oakley@contracosta4h.org.

Ancient Languages, History and Culture of the Bible Class

To learn about the ancient languages, history and culture of the Bible, come to the class held at the Raley’s community room, 2400 Sand Creek Road, starting at 7 p.m., every Wednesday. For more information, contact Janelle Larsen at 209-642-0278.

GSMOL Biweekly Class

Golden State Manufactured Home Owners League Chapter 196 hosts an education class the second and fourth Thursday of each month in Oakley, from 5 to 6 p.m. Facilitator Glorie Illian discusses important topics related to mobilehome living, such as emergency preparedness for pets and humans, mobile-home maintenance and more. Attendees should come prepared to take notes. For more information or to rsvp, call 925-625-6251.

Mobile Homeowners Advocacy Group

Golden State Manufactured Homeowners League Chapter 196 is hosting a monthly meeting in Oakley, on the first Saturday of each month – not including December – from 1p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The league teaches mobile homeowners their legal rights and how to defend themselves when rights are violated. Mobile homeowners living in Oakley, Bethel Island, Knightsen, Byron, Brentwood, Antioch or Pittsburg are welcome to the invitation-only meeting. For more information, visit www.GSMOL.org. To rsvp, call 925-625-6251.

Soroptimist International of Antioch meeting

The Soroptomist International of Antioch will be meeting on the first Wednesday of the month, at 6 p.m., and the second, third and fourth Wednesday at noon, at the Lone Tree Golf and Event Center, 4800 Golf Course Road, Antioch. For more information, contact Mary Ann Redden at 925-757-5605 or visit www.si-antioch.org.

Al-Anon Meetings

Al-Anon meets every Monday, from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m., and on Thursday, from 7 to 8 p.m., at the Delta Presbyterian Church. Al-Anon was made to help friends and families of alcoholics. For more information, contact 925-784-8030.

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