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Fine art thrives in innovative gallery by Samie Hartley Staff Writer Brentwood’s largest art gallery is probably also the best-kept secret in town. In fact, Saunie Fridley, owner of Fridley Art Gallery, said most people discover her art room by accident. “A lot of people don’t know we’re here,”Fridley said as she walked the halls of Valverde Plaza. “People will stop by Prevot’s for lunch, and they just happen to stumble onto our gallery. Then they tell their friends. People are finding out about us through word of mouth, but we still seem to be a secret from most of the community.” Fridley Art Gallery is officially a single room located on the second floor of Valverde Plaza on First Street, but the work of 46 local artists graces the walls of the entire building, covering the walls in the hallways
and stairwells. If there’s a naked surface, Fridley finds a piece to hang on it. The result is a collage of more than 150 items of art throughout the plaza. “I don’t think people realize how many talented people live in this area. I feature work from artists throughout the Bay Area, but many of the artists are from Brentwood, Discovery Bay and Antioch. People who come by ask what the theme is, but there’s no conceptual theme – the local artists are the theme.” With no set parameters, Fridley hangs art of all media, from the paintings of Marilyn Pellouchoud to the metal sculptures of Oakley resident Michael Geltz. An amateur artist herself, she also features some of her paintings in the gallery. All items in the gallery are for see Arts page 21A
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Page 4A t dawn on Saturday, Feb. 14, the Summit of Mt. Diablo was shrouded in clouds, preventing East County folk from admiring the peak’s snowcapped splendor. Inside the cloud, however, Press columnist Ger Erickson captured up close the Summit’s pale and severe scenery, such as these ice razors whipped horizontally by the wind along stems of chamise. For an account of the adventure, see page 6A.
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Hatred takes no holidays A local mom discovers that the election of an African-American president doesn’t mean the era of racism is over.
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PG&E News Representative Tamar Sarkissian and Project Manager Tom Allen check out the industrial scenery on a media tour last week of the Gateway Generating Station. which looks like a gigantic carport. Instead of gigantic cars under the roof, there are five enormous fans, three of which were revolving during the media tour while the other two took a coffee break. The dress requirements for the tour were sturdy, closed-toe shoes
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A museum that packs a punch for fans of the past is ramping up for its season opener.
New plant brings power to the people PG&E’s recently opened power plant on Wilbur Avenue is big, imposing, noisy, metallic, tubular, gray and sculpturally magnificent. One thing it’s not: sexy. So when PG&E sent out a press release to Bay Area newspapers, radio and TV stations, offering a tour of the Gateway Generating Station last week before it was unveiled to local dignitaries and the public yesterday – the media yawned and stayed away in droves. But this newspaper and another local paper showed up for what became a private tour of PG&E’s first new power plant in more than 20 years in this energy-thirsty state. The powerful behemoth has been slowly rising for the past two years at 3225 Wilbur Ave., next door to the gigantic smokestack at a Mirant-owned plant. PG&E’s plant can’t compete with the stature of that smokestack, but it features an emblem of its own,
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eration, who led the tour. A sign on one of the towers reinforced that message: “It’s Better To Lose A Second Of Your Time Being Safe Than To Lose Your Life In A Second Being Unsafe.” The $386 million plant, which began construction two years ago, went commercial on Jan. 5, producing up to 530 megawatts – enough electricity for PG&E’s nearly 400,000 northern and central California customers. The 7-acre plant site produces the same amount of energy as 4,800 acres of solar panels. The plant is state-of-the-art and efficient. It uses 97 percent less water than older plants, produces 96 percent less discharge and yields 35 percent less carbon dioxide per megawatt hour, according to PG&E. This conventional power plant might not be as sexy as solar, but when the temperature hits triple digits this summer and everyone from see Power page 21A
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New chief of staff no Doogie Howser by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer
Ryan Tracy likes to plan ahead, and apparently he comes by it naturally. “I remember getting a goodie package from my folks not too long ago and in it were cookies and a T-shirt and at the bottom were their end-oflife directives,” said Tracy. “I just laughed and said, ‘That’s my parents.’” And that’s their son: Dr. Ryan Tracy, the new chief of staff at Sutter Delta Medical Center. Tracy began his two-year term just a few weeks ago, but already the fresh-faced 37-year-old pediatrician has brought his enthusiasm and skills to one of the hospital’s top administrative jobs. “Dr. Tracy is energetic, enthusiastic and comfortable in a leadership-type role,” said Sutter CEO Gary Rapaport. “Historically our chief of staffs have been older, and although Dr. Tracy is young, he is a seasoned doctor. He’s got a lot of good experience.” The role of a chief of staff is part liaison, part peacemaker and part business manager. Acting as a kind of honorary mayor who presides over his city council, one of the tricks to being a good chief of staff, according to Tracy, is learning that less is more. “I’m really a diplomat. That’s probably one of my biggest roles: being able to work with people and to listen to what people are saying,” said Tracy, who works with the Diablo Pediatric Group in Brentwood and Antioch. “You also need to have some patience and roll with the punches.” Tracy oversees more than a dozen hospital
departments and hundreds of staff, and is quick to endorse the “it takes a village” approach to health care in general and patient care in particular. “We all realize that we are not an island; that what we do affects everyone,” he said. “The nurses are critical. They are the backbone of everything. We’re all here because we want to help. We all just do what we need to, to ensure the best patient care we can.” And he’s learning that there is plenty to be done. One of the biggest eye-openers for Tracy in his role as chief of staff has been looking at the hospital from an economic perspective. “I think what I’ve really learned the most so far has been from a business standpoint,” said Tracy. “This has helped me to see, for example, how many nurses we need and how many we can afford. It’s amazing how all these pieces fit together, especially with the economics the way they are right now. There are a lot of infrastructures that all need to work together. It’s been interesting, and a lot of fun.” Still, concedes Tracy, the volunteer chief of staff job can be time-consuming. On top of an already full doctor’s schedule, Tracy figures he spends at least an additional 10 hours per week in his chief of staff capacity. “It is a lot of work and it can be challenging,” he said. “But this is actually a good time for me (to be in this position). I’m pretty young and I don’t have kids, so I do have a lot of flexibility. It’s also a relatively short time, so it’s doable. For me, this (chief of staff) is just another way to contribute, and as with all things like this, you always gain more than you give. It’s really an honor.”
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Historical society prepares for opening by Samie Hartley Staff Writer
The East Contra Costa Historical Society is preparing to open the doors of the ECCHS Museum for the 2009 season, and it needs your help. The museum, which opens on Saturday, March 28, is currently recruiting volunteers to help get everything ready for opening day. Docent Joyce Decato said there are a variety of tasks to be completed before and after the opening. “The museum is run by volunteers, so we can always use new additions. We need people to help paint the inside of the museum, and we need people to host tours and work at various stations, such as Homer’s tool shed. There is always something to be done around here. Every little bit helps. Just let us know you’re interested and we’ll find a place for you.” The centerpiece of the museum is a farmhouse built in 1878. Displays include bedrooms, a kitchen, parlor, and an office stocked with items from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. There are no requirements to be a volunteer. Children as young as 5 are welcome help out on the grounds as long as they’re supervised by a parent. Decato said volunteering can be a family activity. “We want as many people to be a part of this as possible. We
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The East Contra Costa Historical Society is looking for volunteers to help get ready for the 2009 season at the Byer-Nail Museum, above. know that everyone has their own life, but even if you can donate a few hours once a month, we could use the help.
“Kids love to help out at our water pump. They think it’s fun to play there. The women like to work in the house
and keep various show rooms tidy and answer guests’ questions, and the men like to host demonstrations at the shed. Everyone can be involved, and it’s a lot of fun.” The museum is open through October, but only on Saturdays and every third Sunday. Groups can book weekday tours in advance, but otherwise the museum is open only five times a month. Decato said she would like to find another volunteer to run the museum with her at least one day during the week to give the community more opportunities to explore the history of the region. Those interested in helping out at the museum this year are encouraged to attend an informational orientation on Saturday, Feb. 21 at 1 p.m. to learn about various volunteer opportunities. Another orientation will be held Sunday, March 8, for those who can’t make the first meeting. Decato said volunteers interested in hosting guided tours don’t need any previous training, as all the rooms feature descriptions to explain each display. Opening day is March 28 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information about informational orientations, call Decato at 925-679-1024. For more information about the museum, visit www.theschoolbell.com/history.
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Streets to help local charities by Rick Lemyre Staff Writer
Tracey Nobil is hoping shoppers will hit the Streets next weekend to help fund some local organizations worth supporting. The event is the Streets of Brentwood’s first Community Quarterly Sale, and it’s just the first of several planned occasions designed to bring residents and the new lifestyle center together. “Our motto is ‘Together We Are Community,’” Nobil said. “It means that, as a community, as a center, as businesses and as a city, we’re all working to better ourselves, each other and the community as a whole. In this new economy, we really need to do that.” Beginning Friday, Feb. 27 and continuing through the weekend until March 1, shoppers can raise money simply by making a $20 purchase at one of the Streets’ stores, $40 at a restaurant or $60 at the Rave 14 Movie Theater. Purchases at any of the Streets’ 40-plus merchants will benefit the Brentwood Rotary Club and Kids Helping Kids Charity. “We’re really excited and honored that they chose us,” said Laura Page of Kids Helping Kids. “It’s neat to see businesses that want to partner and make a difference in peoples’ lives. We think very highly of our kids, and think they are important for our future. It’s great that
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Last weekend’s wet weather didn’t stop Theresa Estrata, Cokhan Kizilbaya, Sabrina Estrata and Roberta Estrata from enjoying some shopping at the Streets of Brentwood. Next weekend the Streets will provide still another reason to smile: purchases made at any of the center’s 40-plus locations will generate a donation to a local charity. local businesses agree.” Kids Helping Kids was founded by 11-year-old Tyler Page to raise money to combat child trafficking in Ghana. Having reached his original $50,000 goal last year, said Laura, Tyler’s mom, the organization has continued that effort and
expanded its work to assist local children and families in need. More than 100 kids are on the volunteer list, she said, and about 20 meet monthly for a new leadership program that instills self-esteem, see Streets page 21A
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Winter from page 6A I’d hoped. The mountaintop had seized the wind and was twirling it around its head like a rodeo artist his lariat. I cut right and let North Peak Trail’s
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Snow blankets rocks and trees inside the sea of cloud flooding the Summit of Mt. Diablo.
narrow course hoist me across the warp of the Summit’s east face. The snow had deepened and the drop-off to my left into the impenetrable white was sharp. I reined back my pace. At the trail’s first switchback I caught a faceful of ice dust ricocheting off rock and tree. The foliage was straight out of sci-fi. It had rained up here before the mercury had plunged. With nowhere to run and hide, the wind-whipped moisture had been frozen, like the victims of Pompeii, in mid stride. Spreading sideways from a thousand stems of chamise glinted blades of ice like barbers’ razors. Farther up, bracketed by the Summit Trail’s sheltering chaparral, I spotted coyote track laced with blood and wondered who was doing the bleeding – the predator or some prey spirited away in the lethal sanctuary of jaws. The prints peeled off into the manzanita just below the summit of the Summit. I turned north toward the home stretch and in two minutes planted my walking stick, flaglike, in 4 inches of snow at 3,849 feet above sea level. No more up to go. I stood in a world suffused with limitation: No tourists would be motoring to the Summit today. The only track up here would be made by predators and prey, the tire tread of park rangers and cleat pattern of hikers. No sweeping panoramas would be gained – no sight of the Sierra or Farallons or Lassen. No sight of anything 40 yards away. I had caught a glimpse of our secret winter, but what secrets it had revealed to me – beyond its severe indifference to my comings and goings – I cannot say. I pulled my stick from the snow and began my descent toward the world I knew.
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HOW WILL STIMULUS PLAN IMPACT REAL ESTATE? By the time you read this, President Obama will have signed the $789 Billion stimulus package. It’s a HUGE bill but let’s look at just the two key parts that may impact real estate the most – a tax credit and conforming loan limits. First-time homebuyers that buy a home between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31 of 2009 will enjoy a tax credit of $8,000, or 10% of the purchase price of the home, whichever is less. They define a first-time homebuyer as someone who hasn’t owned a principal residence during the last 3 years. The good news is that it does not need to be paid back (unless they sell within 3 years). There are income limits, so if you make more than $95,000 (single filer) or $170,000 (joint filer) you can’t take the credit at all. The conforming loan limit has been raised back up to $729,750 in some highcost areas, which effectively lowers interest rates for many homebuyers as more will
qualify for the “best” rate and terms. This also expires Dec. 31, 2009. What about all the talk about lowering interest rates to 4%, the $15,000 tax credit for ANY homebuyer, and protecting homeowners from foreclosure by forcing lenders to modify their loans? Those didn’t make it into this stimulus plan, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be revisited later. So, will these changes “solve” our real estate problems? Unfortunately, no. Personally I think the $15,000 tax credit for ALL homebuyers would have set off a buying frenzy, so I’m disappointed that it got stripped out. But, the provisions that did pass should have some positive impact. If you have questions on this or any other real estate topic, call me at (925) 240-MOVE (6683). To search the MLS for free and view virtual tours of homes for sale, go to: www.SharpHomesOnline.com. Sharp Realty – Advertisement
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Black History Month a relevant reminder ents. My kids have multiracial dolls, books, and, most importantly, friends of all colors and cultures. But it apparently took only one ignorant comment to make my daughter doubt a value we’ve tried to instill by example throughout her childhood. I knew I needed to both calm any fear she was feeling and also explain how what she’d heard was a terrible lie. So I swallowed my anger and sat down for a heart-to-heart with my eldest offspring. One of the first things we talked about was Black History Month. She has been coming home from school and church over the last few weeks with art projects, stories and songs dedicated to Barack Obama, Martin Luther King, Jr. and Maya Angelou. I explained to her that one of the reasons we have Black History Month is so everyone can know about the important work done by Dr. King and others to let people know that ideas like the one she was subjected to are offensive and hurtful to all. Our conversation was a good one and my daughter now understands specifically what was wrong with what the other child told her. But I’m still angry: angry that she had to hear this ridiculous comment in the first place; angry that she’s probably not the only one to whom
There are several arguments against the need for the designation of February as Black History Month. Some people feel it’s just another way of segregating blacks from whites and that black history is simply part of American history. Others feel society has moved past division along racial lines and that BRENTWOOD Black History Month IVERSITY looks backward rather than forward. COMMITTEE I can understand the reasoning behind these arguments, and have always seen both sides of the issue regarding this separate recognition of African-American DESTY SHOEMAKER stories and achievements. But something happened today that made me choose a side regarding the celebration of Black History Month – my 7-year-old worriedly told me about something she heard an older child in the neighborhood say: “You shouldn’t talk to people who have brown skin because they’re robbers.” I was shocked, appalled and, most of all, angry. My husband and I have been committed to making sure our children grow up without the miasma of racism since the day we decided to become par-
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‘Special’ bond secured Holy SAG Award, Batman! by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer Sometimes teachers are just teachers – and sometimes they’re much more. Wende Sanders falls into the second category and Jules Means will tell you why. “When my son first came to Ms. Sanders, he couldn’t talk. All he could do was point,” said Means, whose son Stephon has a form of autism called Asperberger’s Syndrome. “Now he’s 13 and has a 3.96 GPA. You tell me that’s not because of her.” Means is an outspoken advocate not only for her son, but for Sanders, a specialeducation teacher at Adams Middle School in Brentwood. What began as form of reverse discrimination by Means – who is an AfricanAmerican – has evolved over the past four years into a relationship that extends far beyond the classroom. “When I first saw Ms. Sanders, I thought – well actually I think I said – ‘No, I don’t want a blond-haired, blue-eyed white girl,’” laughed Means. “I’m an African-American woman and I did not think my son would be able to relate to her. But she told me to just give her a chance, so I did. And am I glad I did.” Sanders is quick to not claim credit for Stephon’s success, but she’s happy to hop on board the support bandwagon. “Stephon is an amazing, amazing kid,” said Sanders. “I have many success stories and he’s one of my top three. He came to me with some difficulties, but he has really thrived in my classroom because there is a lot of struc-
ture, and that’s what he needs. It’s one of those relationships where I’ll always be a part of their lives.” And that’s something Means is counting on. Recently diagnosed with breast cancer, and battling other health problems as well, Means is emotional and teary when she talks about her son’s future; a future she knows might not include her. “I’ve had a couple of strokes, I have high blood pressure and I’ve been recently diagnosed with breast cancer,” she said. “I’m fighting to live, but knowing that there are people in Stephon’s life like Ms. Sanders is comforting. I don’t even know how to describe her; she’s like Superwoman.” Adams Principal Adam Clark has known Stephon since he was a third grader at Krey Elementary, where Clark was principal, and said he understands Means’ passion for her son and his teacher: “Jules has always fought tooth and nail for Stephon, and his teacher is a huge advocate for him, and all her students. It’s been such a pleasure to watch him grow and to see his accomplishments.” Stephon will be attending Heritage High School next year, but that doesn’t mean Sanders’ involvement will end at matriculation. “We’re working on that transition (to high school) now,” said Sanders. “But I’ll always be in the picture, especially now with all Jules has going on. I’m always calling and checking on her. She says to me, ‘You make my life so much easier,’ and that’s really all I’m really going for. If you tell me that, then it’s all OK.”
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rentwood’s own Luke Kearney, above, took home a Screen Actors Guild (SAG) award last month for his stunt work in the latest Batman thriller, “The Dark Knight.” Kearney, along with film’s stunt cast, won for Outstanding Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Motion Picture.
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Prom dresses sparkle with affordability Sparkles Prom Dress Exchange is hoping to help prom dreams become a reality. Sparkles will hold its grand opening Saturday, Feb. 21 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The brainchild of a Brentwood mom with two high-school daughters, Sparkles is striving to make what can be an expensive event more affordable for local teenagers whose prom dreams might have been affected by the current economy. The store sells new and gently used prom
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Proposed cuts may threaten Marine Patrol by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer A proposal by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to fold the California Department of Boating and Waterways (DBW) into the Department of Parks and Recreation is designed to slash $600,000 from the foundering state budget. But some members of the Sheriff’s Marine Patrol believe that the elimination of the designated return-to-source dollars is a recipe for disaster. “We are the only line between the water and public safety,” said Lt. Will Duke of the Marine Services Unit. “It’s frustrating to know that money that should come back for public safety is being (potentially) transferred to projects such as beach restoration. Yes, that is important, but not at the expense of public safety.” The Marine Patrol is funded in part by annual proceeds from the statewide boater gas tax; a designated return-tosource revenue which is held by the DBW. Duke believes that if the DBW is absorbed into the Department of Parks and Recreation, the gas tax may well evaporate. The Marine Patrol currently covers 240 miles of waterway with two full-time officers on one boat. “We’re at minimum staffing, and as you know, the county is expecting further cuts,” duke said. “The big question is what the impact of a the proposal would ultimately be.” In addition to law enforcement, Marine Patrol removes derelict and abandoned boats. Since 1997 the division has removed more than 300 vessels throughout the county. Imagine, said Duke, what the Delta would look like if those vessels had not been removed. “It would look like ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ – without Johnny Depp,” he said. “What that would mean is an increased danger to boaters’ property and safety by having boats lying around.” Because there is no telling how much of a hit there could be if the budget proposal passes, the Marine Patrol is taking a wait-and-see approach. At the moment, the proposal remains just that – a proposal – and must be approved by the state legislature. “Everyone can help,” said Duke. “They can write their lawmakers and assemblymen and senators and let them know they’re concerned.”
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Reminder from page 8A the other child has imparted this “knowledge”; angry that other parents might not feel the necessity of taking the time to put a firm stop to such lies when they hear them on the innocent lips of their own children. And angry about where the other child got the idea in the first place. As comedian Dennis Leary said, “Racism is taught to children. How do I know that? Because if you ask my 2-yearold what he hates, the only thing he’ll tell you is naps.” Unfortunately, prejudice still exists and continues to rear its ugly head in covert ways despite the best efforts of educators and most parents to stamp it out. And until the utopian day when
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this is no longer true, the recognition of Black History Month gives us one more tool to help children grow up knowing about the strength, integrity and achievements of our African-American forefathers. It gives us one more opportunity to promote the power of unity and to let our children know that when they hear comments like the one my daughter heard, it is their duty to stand up for what they know is true and right, just as so many Civil Rights activists have done and continue to do. The Brentwood Diversity Committee meets at 5 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month in the Delta Room at the Brentwood Police Station, 9100 Brentwood Blvd. Please join us!
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Trevor’s Weekly Mortgage Matters By Trevor Frey
Working Together Lately I’ve received many phone calls and emails pertaining to potential efforts, on all levels, to reach out and “shake” Washington into helping Main Street Americans. To the point in fact where I began digging to see just exactly what is out there in terms of helping those Californians that are in danger of losing their home. What I found, and what I was able to come up with, was three separate efforts - on three separate playing fields - that all directly relate to helping East Country Costa County to get back on its feet. And although in no way do I offer loan modification services, I believe if we’re going to make it through this…it’s going to have to be together, which is why I’m so eager to share the below information. First, as of Wednesday February 4th, California’s 10th District (which includes Antioch, Brentwood, Discovery Bay and Oakley) Representative Ellen Tauscher presented newly put together legislation in Washington that would allow the California Housing Finance Agency, or CalHFA, an estimated $10 billion from the remaining Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) to help refinance “underwater” families into payments they can afford. This plan would, in theory, jump start the hardest hit neighborhoods by keeping families in their homes and helping to bringing back whole communities. Best summed up by Representative Tauscher (D-Calif.) herself, “Foreclosures are decimating neighborhoods from Fairfield to Antioch and Oakley…This legislation will help families in the hardest hit areas get the additional resources they need to stay in their homes and keep these vibrant communities from
disappearing.” While Rep. Tauscher is doing her part on a national level, Governor Schwarzenegger isn’t far behind in his efforts to help Californians – in 2008, thanks mainly to efforts of Schwarzenegger and his camp, above mentioned CalHFA along with the Rural Community Assistance Corporation, or RCAC, was able to secure an $8 million grant in order to help aid California’s in danger of losing their home through multiple counseling services. According to the California Housing Finance Agency’s Executive Director, Theresa Parker, “The state of California is committed to leveraging all possible resources to help Californians weather the housing crisis…We are proud to partner with the Rural Community Assistance Corporation and their counseling partners who have the experience and commitment to work with borrowers facing possible foreclosure.” Monies handed out to California for this program were simply based on the statistics that California has been the worst hit state, period. An estimated half-a-million mortgages in California will be a struggle to pay over the next two years along. In other words, if you think you are going through this alone you’re not. The key is: don’t be afraid to ask for help. Talk to your neighbors, friends, and family. Your elected officials are doing what they can; why not aid their efforts by sending in letters that can then be used as political ammunition. As always, I welcome all questions and or concerns pertaining to real estate lending on my cell phone, 510-798-0060, or via email, tfreymortgages@yahoo.com. – Advertisement
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The last thing government officials should do when an economy is in recession is enact measures that would worsen and lengthen that recession.
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Budget makers should follow locals’ lead Benjamin Franklin once wrote, “In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” California officials, in a misguided effort to close the state’s budget deficit, have decided to conflate those two by ensuring that DITORIAL we are taxed to death. The last thing government officials should do when an economy is in recession is enact measures that would worsen and lengthen that recession. On the heels of the federal government enacting a record-setting stimulus measure in an attempt to get the economy moving again, California officials are intent on approving a record-setting “de-stimulus” measure that raises the sales tax, the income tax, the vehicle license fee,
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the gas tax and slashes the dependent tax credit. California already ranks at or near the top of U.S. states in taxes and regulations, with an unemployment rate of 9.3 percent (two points higher than the national average) and residents and businesses fleeing the state in droves. Raising taxes would be akin to the old medical practice of bleeding an anemic patient in the hope it will cure him. State officials have made a good start by agreeing to cut some $15 billion from the budget, but they need to go further to make the painful but necessary cuts to put the budget in balance, just as local officials have done. Antioch cut nearly $5 million and still needs to slash at least another $1.2 million, Brentwood cut $2.6 million, Oakley $1.2
LETTERS Employment loyalty works both ways Editor: Just like the property market, it’s an employers market right now. An economic downturn allows companies to call most, if not all, of the shots when it comes to employee hours, benefits, pay rises and promotion prospects. Let’s face it: few employees will be kicking up a fuss with their bosses these days if they didn’t get their standard 5-percent pay raise, had to pay more for their medical benefits or were once again overlooked for that promotion. The mentality right now is “be thankful you have a job.” For most employees faced with rising mortgages and medical bills, that might well be a wise strategy, particularly in today’s downturn economy. And for employers looking to cut out “dead wood” from their operations, an atmosphere of economic gloom (broadcast almost 24/7 on CNN),
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million, and the Oakley Union Elementary School District (OUESD) $2.9 million. The Antioch Unified School District might need to cut $7.1 million, and the Knightsen School District is exploring merging with the Brentwood Union School District in order to stave off bankruptcy. “Every one of these cuts is painful and everyone is hurt by this,” said OUESD Superintendent Rick Rogers. He could have been speaking for every local official faced with these difficult decisions. One other thing that these local officials share is that so far none of them is balancing their budget by seeking to raise taxes or fees. State officials need to learn from their example, as difficult and painful as it would be. Because personnel costs are always the bulk of any government budget, state
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declining sales and profits and tightening of budgets across the board gives them the perfect excuse to do that. The problem is that in their knee-jerk haste to cut costs to combat today’s tough economy, they might also be cutting out the valuable Brazilian rosewood hardwood as well – i.e., the loyalty of their best people. This might not necessarily be directly in the form of layoff, but indirectly by cutting benefits, pay, hours and work flexibility. By doing so, employers might be shooting themselves in the foot in the longterm. Like elephants, people remember. And it’s how employers treat their employees now that will dictate how the latter will act when they have more flexible job options. Rest assured the economy will turn, and when it does, the tables will once again turn in favor of skilled employees that are in scarce demand. Therefore, employers shouldn’t be surprised to see loyalty go out of the window after this downturn and a mass exodus of their most valuable assets – i.e., their best people – once the economy recovers and job openings appear. Madan Sheina Antioch
Unpublicized but pertinent Editor: The Press Feb. 13 article “CSD director admits ‘I screwed up’” gives us all a vivid picture of the contrasts between some current board members. On the one hand we have Treasurer Dove, who is so concerned about doing the right thing that he will apologize even when it is not at all clear that he did anything wrong. In addition, Mr. Dove is committed to keeping the citizens of Discovery Bay fully informed about what our governing body is, or is not, doing. He was helping Mark
officials need to focus on the 238,000 employees working in state government to achieve more cost savings. Gov. Schwarzenegger has made a start by requiring unpaid furloughs of two days per month. We’d also like to see the 14 paid state holidays cut to the five or six holidays that most people receive in the private sector. When was the last time you got paid for not working on Columbus Day? You’re probably at your job on that day, and your paycheck is being taxed to help subsidize the day off for civil servants. Many state workers with two dependents receive $1,000 per month from the government toward their health care, along with a long list of other benefits, including dental, vision, a pension plan, see Budget page 19A
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Doran (no relation to Robert Doran) get to the bottom of what has proven to be a serious bureaucratic mess that the status of Discovery Bay’s MAC is in, even after 10 years that the town’s leaders have known of the mess but did nothing about it. On the other hand we have Director David Piepho, who has been on the board since the CSD was formed, and is one of those responsible for the mess. Some very significant facts have not been publicized, for some reason. They are as follows: On Sept. 18, 2008, a meeting prompted by Mr. Doran’s pursuit of the MAC mess was attended by Supervisor Mary Piepho, Director David Piepho (by telephone), GM Virgil Koehne, Neumiller & Beardslee’s attorney and general counsel for CSD, John Stovall, and others. Discovery Bay resident Don Flint is also concerned about how the CSD conducts our business. He took issue with the legality of that meeting. After an exchange that included Mr. Stovall’s denials that it was a “meeting” (and contrary to his invoices, which described his services in preparation for and attendance at a “meeting”), Mr. Stovall finally admitted that what occurred on Sept. 18, 2008 was a “meeting” and it, in fact, violated the Brown Act, just as Mr. Flint said that it did. At the Jan. 21, 2009 and Feb. 4, 2009 CSD Board meetings, Mr. Stovall was compelled to apologize to the town because, in his own words, “… he believed that a committee of the board had held a meeting (the Sept. 18, 2008 meeting) that was in violation of the Brown Act.” The Sept. 18, 2008 meeting was attended by Supervisor Mary Piepho, Director David Piepho, GM Koehne and (legal) advisor to the CSD, General Counsel John Stovall. All of these people should have known better because of their experience in
such matters. Mr. Stovall apologized with his own version of the “I screwed up” mea culpa. Has anyone heard of such an apology from either of the two Piephos or from GM Koehne? Were the citizens of Discovery Bay even aware that this secret meeting, in violation of the Brown Act, had occurred? It casts a new light on Mr. Piepho’s constant refrain “we have done nothing wrong.” William R. Richardson Discovery Bay
Looks and smells like breach of trust Editor: Your last issue set off a series of small earthquakes in my household and among my neighbors, the tremors of which have obviously not yet been felt by several members of the Discovery Bay CSD. Director Dove should be ashamed of himself. After choosing to share lawyer-client privileged information with Bill Richardson – who was engaged in a lawsuit with the town at the time, no less – he had the audacity to claim he didn’t know any better. That sort of line might work when my 8-year-old uses it, but when a grown man and representative of the community uses that sort of rhetoric, it doesn’t quite fly. Additionally, perhaps CSD Board President Tetreault should have consulted the ethics codes mentioned in Mr. Richardson’s letter to the editor (also in last week’s issue). It is public record that Director Dove contributed to both his and Vice President Simon’s campaigns – allowing Director Dove to drag the reputation of the CSD Board through the mud and defending him is not exactly avoiding even the appearance of improper conduct, is it? If it looks like a fish and smells like a fish, it’s probably not see Letters page 18A
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stole a set of golf clubs from outside a restaurant on West Country Club Drive. Feb. 8, 7:46 p.m. On Lone Tree Way, the driver of a vehicle that struck another vehicle in a parking lot left the area without notifying the other owner. Feb. 8, 7:46 p.m. An unidentified person entered a vehicle parked on Lone Tree Way and removed a GPS system, computer and jacket. Feb. 9, 6:41 p.m. On Torrey Pines Drive, a subject contacted during a suspicious circumstance was found to be in possession of suspected dangerous drugs. Feb. 10, 12:32 p.m. At a business on Lone Tree Way, an unidentified person stole a purse from a shopping cart. Feb. 10, 3:37 p.m. An unidentified person stole a bicycle from the front porch of a residence on Torrey Pines Drive. To view the Brentwood Police Department’s public logs on the city’s Web site, visit www.ci.brentwood.ca.us/department/ pd/reports/index.cfm. OAKLEY Feb. 2 – A stolen vehicle was recovered on the 2000 block of Rubens Way. Feb. 2 – A vehicle accident with property damage occurred on the 800 block of Chianti Way. Feb. 2 – An arrest warrant was issued at Francisco Villa Drive at O’Hara Avenue. Feb. 2 – On Main Street at Teakwood Drive, and the 1900 block of Gateway Drive, subjects were found driving under the influence of alcohol. Feb. 2 – An incidence of forged and fraudulent documents was reported on the 700
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An unidentified person left an annoying message on the voicemail of a resident of American Avenue. Feb. 6, Midnight in Brentwood
A sampling of recent law enforcement activity reported by East County police departments. BRENTWOOD Feb. 5, 10:54 a.m. On Bauer Way, an unidentified person stole playground equipment. Feb. 5, 2:37 p.m. On Concord Avenue, a subject driving at an unsafe speed for the conditions struck a concrete pillar and fence. Feb. 5, 5:36 p.m. Mail was stolen from the mailbox of a residence on Prominent Drive. Feb. 5, Midnight On the Highway 4 Bypass at Balfour Road, a subject lying on the side of the roadway was found to be too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Feb. 6, 3:16 p.m. On the Highway 4 Bypass at Sand Creek Road, a subject stopped for a registration violation was found to be driving with a suspended license. The vehicle was stored. Feb. 6, 9:11 p.m. On the Highway 4 Bypass at Jeffery Way, a driver stopped for vehicle code violations was found to be intoxicated. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. The vehicle was towed and stored. Feb. 6, 11:55 p.m. On Hudson Drive at Balfour Road, the passenger of a vehicle subject to a traffic stop was found to be under the influence of a central-nervous-system stimulant. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Feb. 6, Midnight An unidentified person left an annoying message on the voicemail of a resident of American Avenue. Feb. 7, 2:30 p.m. On Brentwood Boulevard, an unidentified person battered and bit his victim; then stole a ring from her finger before fleeing the area. Feb. 7, 9:30 p.m. On Foothill Drive, an unidentified person hosted a party that involved underage drinking. Feb. 8, 2:06 a.m. On O’Hara Avenue, officers located a safe that was reported stolen in Danville on Feb. 7. Feb. 8, 1:10 p.m. An unidentified person
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block of Main Street. Feb. 2 – Grand theft of vehicle parts was reported on the 5700 block of Main Street. Feb. 2 – On the 4500 block of Lariat Lane, a subject was arrested for public intoxication. Feb. 3 – On Chianti Way at Mehaffey Way, a subject was found in possession of an unlawful weapon. Feb. 3 – On the 5100 block of Martin Street, a subject was caught violating probation. Feb. 3 – On West Cypress Road at Mellowood Drive, a subject was arrested for interfering with a public officer. Feb. 4 – On Bedford Lane at Hagar Lane, a subject was found in possession of concentrated cannabis. Feb. 4 – Vehicles were towed on the 1000 block of Shadow Wood Place and the 100 block of Blue Heron Court. Feb. 4 – A felony hit and run occurred on West Cypress Road at Empire Avenue. Feb. 4 – A vehicle parked on the 1800 block of East Summerfield Court was burglarized. Feb. 6 – A suspicious subject was stopped on the 100 block of Freemark Court. Feb. 6 – An arrest warrant was issued on the 100 block of Megan Court. Feb. 6 – Terrorist threats were reported on the 5100 block of Martin Street. Feb. 6 – A business on the 2100 block of Main Street was burglarized. Feb. 6 – Property was stolen from a vehicle parked on the 4900 block of Fuschia Way. Feb. 6 – On the 1000 block of Neroly Road, a subject was arrested for receiving stolen property. Feb. 6 – Identity theft was reported on the 1900 block of Cypress Court.
Feb. 7 – Arrest warrants were issued on Gateway Drive at Walnut Grove Court; the 2500 block of Main Street; and the 800 block of Santa Fe Court. Feb. 7 – A domestic disturbance was reported on West Cypress Road at O’Hara Avenue. Feb. 7 – A vehicle parked on the 400 block of Hazelnut Drive was burglarized. Feb. 7 – Incidences of vandalism occurred on the 5400 block of Neroly Road; the 2100 block of El Lago Drive; and the 4300 block of Beechnut Lane. Feb. 8 – A strong-arm robbery occurred on the 1900 block of Beringer Way. Feb. 8 – Trespassing was reported on the 2000 block of Main Street. DISCOVERY BAY Jan. 1 – An adult was reported missing on the 3900 block of Lighthouse Place. Jan. 1 – Incidents of vandalism took place on Catalina Way and the 2200 block of Reef Court. Jan. 2 – Grand theft of a vehicle was reported on the 4000 block of Beacon Place Jan. 3 – A suspicious circumstance was reported on the 1700 block of Cherry Hills Drive. Jan. 6 – Vehicles parked on the 2500 block of Foghorn Way and the 2200 block of Reef Court were burglarized. Jan. 7 – A business on the 1800 block of Willow Lake Road was burglarized. Jan. 8 – A disturbance was reported on the 5800 block of Yawl Street. Jan. 9 – A residence on the 1000 block of Willow Lake Road was burglarized. Jan. 10 – Seven counts of vandalism and one count of felony vandalism were reported on the 2400 block of Newport Drive. Jan. 11 – Credit card fraud was reported on the 4400 block of Clipper Drive. Jan. 12 – Grand theft from a boat was reported on the 5900 block of Marina Road. Jan. 13 – A civil problem was reported on the 1700 block of Cherry Hills Drive. Jan. 14 – Petty theft took place on Highway 4 at Newport Drive. Jan. 19 – On Highway 4 at Porthole Drive, a subject was charged with driving with a suspended/revoked license.
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Letters from page 16A meat and potatoes. President Tetreault should demand more than an apology from Director Dove, and then he should apologize to the town for his lack of action in such a serious breach of trust. Jessica Dawson Discovery Bay
Adios, Omar Editor: Every so often a person of ordinary circumstances rises above the crowd and shines brightly for all of us to admire. Such is the case of Omar Bravo, a waiter at Sweeney’s Grill and Bar in downtown Brentwood. For the past seven years this young man from El Tuito, Mexico has served us cocktails and dinner with a graciousness and professional demeanor unmatched by any of his peers. This is not just a job for tips for this young man; this is his profession and the diners are his clients and you know that immediately when you meet him. He greets you with a warm smile like he is genuinely happy to see you. He calls you by name and seats you at the best table available. He asks you if you would like a refreshment, remembering the name of your usual drink. His service is graceful with full attention to you and everyone in your party. He makes you feel special and – well, important. No matter how busy he may be, how rushed the evening crowd, his service is prompt, and impeccable. It is no wonder that this young man was twice named waiter of the year in Brentwood. Livio, the former master waiter at Caps, would have been
impressed with him. Well, Omar is leaving. He is returning to his native land to fulfill a childhood dream to start a restaurant in Puerto Vallarta. The money is saved, his wife and family have already returned and he leaves soon. We will miss him, yes miss him sorely, but we wish him well.Via con Dios, Señor Omar, and buena suerte. Ron Beatty Brentwood
School district merger bad for Brentwood Editor: I would encourage all Brentwood parents and employees to take an interest in the talks of the Brentwood and Knightsen merger, as there are significant financial ramifications to Brentwood. Early in last night’s board meeting, the district announced significant budget cuts – approximately $1.5 million this year and as much as $3 million next year. Proposed cuts include the elimination of the K-3 music program and staff cuts. I understand these cuts are necessary and are no fault of the district; Sacramento is clamping down on funding and our children pay the price. However, those cuts should not be compounded by absorbing the debt of another school district. Knightsen is currently running a deficit and owes an additional $3.3 million on a construction loan. How can we need to make cuts but can afford the debt at the same time? It appeared from the tone of Dr. Grant see Letters page 19A
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and at least one board member that the district is leaning toward the merger. It is also worth mentioning that if a merger took place, teachers and staff from Knightsen would come into our district with their seniority intact. That means our teachers and staff could be displaced to make room for them. The superintendent said numerous times during last night’s meeting that he has a professional responsibility to listen to Knightsen. I think that his responsibility should be to my kids and his staff first. Their well being, financial or otherwise, shouldn’t be compromised. Heather Partida Brentwood
Budget from page 16A retirement benefits and a long-term care insurance plan that employees and retirees can share with their parents and in-laws. Officials should reduce these generous benefits to levels more in line with the private sector. Many government services – such as landscaping, food service and other support services – might be performed more efficiently were they contracted out to private firms. Groundskeepers, typists and mailroom clerks can earn up to $40,000 by working for the state, but would be hard pressed to get that much from many private companies. State officials also need to recognize that there’s no guarantee that tax hikes will
Editor: I hope to use this avenue to thank the person who, on Friday, Feb. 13, found $40 that I had dropped in WinCo and turned it in to the desk. Thank you so much. I was in near disbelief when I called the store to ask what I considered an absurd question: “Did anyone turn in two 20-dollar bills?” When the clerk said, “Yes, as a matter of fact, they did,” my heart did a leap for joy. I am so grateful. I wish I could thank you in person … God does answer prayer! Carole Kelley Brentwood
bring in the predicted revenue. Increasing the sales tax by another percentage point, bringing it to 9.25 percent in East County (and above 10 percent in some areas of California) will lead more people to making purchases online or in Oregon, where there is no sales tax at all. It would lead to a further decline in sales, causing mom-and-pop shops to close and more chains like Circuit City and Mervyn’s to go bankrupt. There are no easy choices in these tough times, but it makes no sense to further depress a recessionary economy by raising taxes. Lawmakers in Sacramento should follow the course local agencies have thus far kept to, and make do with what they have rather than ask for more.
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How To Avoid Risky Back Surgery With A Breakthrough Non Surgical Treatment And Get Out Of Pain Fast Here’s how the newest breakthrough non-surgical back pain and sciatica treatment may end your pain and solve your herniated, bulging or degenerated disc pain problems… You may be thinking “What IS going to happen to me if I can’t find a solution to my back pain or leg pain?” The answer to your question starts out hopeful. I’ll just go to my doctor and he will take care of me. He will know what to do. But then something very odd happens to you. You discover your primary care physician is not really well equipped to handle that job. He or She is very busy treating infections, diabetes, heart conditions and the like, which they are very well equipped to handle. This is very apparent with your resulting drug prescription for Soma muscle relaxers and Norco, Neruontin or any other of the various prescribed pain medications. You then take the drugs soon to feel strangely like your not altogether “there” or you immediately are sick ,feel nausea and vomit the drugs as fast as you swallowed them. When you get sick of that (pardon the pun! I couldn’t resist), you go back to your doctor looking for another more appealing treatment. This time it’s physical therapy. The thing you already can’t do!! You already can’t bend over, twist, lift things, and now they want you to do more of it with a bunch of other back pain sufferers! Gimme a break. Now, you’ve really had it. You try the chiropractor and either you feel better for a little while only to have the pain return, or worse nothing happens at all. Or even worse than that, after your treatment you have MORE pain (not because chiropractic does not work..your condition is just too deteriorated or severe). Then you try acupuncture because you read in a magazine it could help pain. You then realize sticking a bunch of needles in you will not magically remove the bulging disc that is smashing your nerve and causing you pain. You try massage as you read on the internet massage may help alleviate back pain…only to be disappointed. You’re now beginning to feel desperate. Back to your primary care doctor to tell him about your adventures hoping he will have a different answer this time. He does. “We can inject pain drugs through a big needle into your spine”. You cringe in fear and reluctantly agree at this point. “NOW I will be fixed”. Or at least that’s what you’ve been led to believe. You have either no pain relief, some pain relief , a whole lot of pain relief or it makes you have more pain. The second pain shot (oh, yes there will be a second and a third) is usually less effective or not at all and requires another one. You come to the realization that pain shots will not fix the disc bulge or herniation still smashing your delicate nerves causing you pain. Finally, your doctor recommends you see a “Specialist” (Back Surgeon) and he can do risky surgery. If you’ve read the latest article in the Journal
Of American Medical Association*, you will see surgery patients and non surgery patients turned out the same! Why even do the surgery? Risk of paralysis, death, infections, more pain. No thanks. So. Back to the question. What are YOU going to do if you are stuck between serious back pain or leg pain or surgery? Great News! A new extremely effective non surgical new back pain treatment is now available in Brentwood. If you are suffering from back pain or leg pain, having pain at the belt line, fire down your legs, numb legs, feet or toes or feel like a knife is stuck in your back you owe to yourself to check out this new procedure.
Finally, Some Good News! In my clinic, I’ve successfully treated dozens of patients with spinal decompression so there’s no reason your back problem should be any different. In fact, I’m so confident we can help you, I’m willing to back it up…but not with empty promises. I GUARANTEE you will only be accepted into our program IF YOU QUALIFY for the treatment AFTER having THE MOST THOROUGH AND COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT YOU HAVE EVER HAD or I will buy you lunch! (I haven’t bought one yet !) Yes! I am very confident, but I can’t help EVERBODY… You see, there’s a very small percentage of folks we can’t help. Here’s what a couple applicants said after I told them both I couldn’t help them: “I was treated very nicely. The doctors have listened to me and they didn’t rush me out of the office, despite the fact I wasn’t a candidate. The exam I had was super, the best I’ve had anywhere. The doctor explained things to me that no one else ever has.” Non-Candidate Brentwood, Ca
“I thought I’d write a note to you and all of those potential patients who have serious doubts (as I had) about your decompression treatments. Actually, I thought your procedure was more of a psychological placebo designed for everyone, instead of a non-surgical process that could repair injured vertebral discs. Imagine my surprise when you advised me that my condition was too severe for your procedure to correct. To me, that refusal added world’s of credibility to your program. It showed me that you are only there to help patients; not just to take their money. I assure you that I will recommend you to anyone I know or meet that suffers from spine and/or disc pain. I can do this knowing full well that they will be treated right.” Non-Candidate Antioch, Ca
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Power from page 1A San Diego to Yreka cranks up their air conditioners, give a nod to the plant on Wilbur Avenue for helping prevent a power outage. Touring the facility is like wandering into a futuristic sci-fi setting where computers have taken over, ruling an industrialized, mechanistic world of pipes, beams, tubing and smoke stacks that collectively voice a gritty roar in one area that’s answered by a high-pitched screech in another. Tourists are advised to turn the knob on an ear plug dispenser at the administration building door and take a couple before heading into the aural onslaught. Although it seems to be a land of, by and for machines, a visit to the control room re-
Arts from page 1A sale, and prices are set by the artists. Since the gallery opened in May of 2008, 24 pieces have been sold. Fridley said artists rotate their work every month or so to keep new art in the gallery on a regular basis. This Saturday, Feb. 21, the Fridley Art Galley will debut a new installment of the Local Artists Show series. The show will open with an artists’ reception from 4 to 8 p.m. where artists Richard Meyer, Elizabeth Caulboy and Vera Knowles will be on hand to discuss their art and answer questions. Refreshments will also be available. Meyer, a Brentwood resident, will display oil paintings, some of which feature familiar scenes. For example, his painting “The Old Church” is of Mission Valley Church on First Street in Brentwood. Caulboy, whose work has been on display
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veals that there are several somewhat geekylooking folks running the show. They sit in front of banks of large computer monitors staring at screens containing data, graphs, schematics and lots of buttons to click. A whiteboard contains power hieroglyphics and a note in English reminding when the ammonia delivery is expected. The Master Clearance Board contains 10 red lockout boxes neatly arranged in two rows of five like something that might hang on the wall of a modern art museum. A large monitor on the wall glows with robin’s egg blue schematics of the plant turbines, noting that 518.20 megawatts are currently being pumped out. PG&E and other producers have been ordered by the state to provide 20 percent of
their energy from renewable resources by next year and 33 percent by 2020. Time will tell whether low-efficiency, land-intensive energy sources like solar, wind and waves will make economic sense. Until then, our energy needs will largely be met by plants like the one that has risen some metallic City of Oz on Wilbur Avenue. The wizards who made it possible are certainly happy with the results. “It came on ahead of schedule, on budget and we had no loss time injuries during the whole construction of the plant or its operation,” said Livingston. “So it’s really a tremendous accomplishment by the management team here to do that.” Power to the people – right on.
in the gallery since August, will show her watercolor paintings. Her work focuses on landscapes, and her latest works concentrate on ocean scenes. Knowles works with acrylic paints. Her piece “Koi Pond” is currently on display on the first floor of Valverde Plaza. The works of the three artists will be on display in the showroom across from the Fridley Art Gallery’s main room on the second floor. Each artist will display at least 15 items through March 7. Saturday also marks the debut of the Local Sports Champions Museum, featuring artifacts that reflect the careers of Bay Area athletes. This gallery is a work in progress, but Fridley said she hopes to acquire items representing at least 50 local legends by this summer. Legendary rodeo star and Brentwood resident Jack Roddy is the prominent athlete currently featured in the museum, along with two-
time Super Bowl champion Gordon Gravelle and professional bull rider and Liberty High graduate Colin McTaggart. Fridley hopes the museum will highlight the careers of some of the area’s little-known sports stars. “I think it is important that we let our local heroes know that we respect them and that we are proud of them. This is a place to celebrate their careers.” Fridley is constantly on the hunt for new artists to feature as well as athletes to showcase in the new museum. She urges all potential participants to give her a call or drop by the gallery. The rental fee for gallery wall space is $5 to $10 a month, depending on the size of the piece. The Fridley Art Gallery is located at 613 First St. The main gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. The rest of the art throughout Valverde Plaza is on display weekly from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call Fridley at 510-882-1193.
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Streets from page 5A etiquette and manners, among other things. The Brentwood Rotary Club, one of the East County’s most active service organizations, is a fixture at local events. Its activities include volunteering at the Brentwood CornFest, financing a holiday shopping spree for underprivileged kids, accompanying the Rotary’s high school Interact chapters on home-building trips to Louisiana and Mexico, and distributing thousands of dictionaries every year to far East County school children. The club also provides numerous scholarships to high school seniors each year, part of a total of about $40,000 in donations made last year alone. It’s that sort of community advocacy that Nobil wants to support, in addition to helping in other areas. Other upcoming events include a March 8 Franchise Fair at which potential business people can meet organizations that can help them find their niche. In June, area chambers of commerce members will be on hand to show off their wares and services. Last year the Streets put on a dog show that raised money for animal advocacy groups, and established a program to permanently display children’s artwork baked into ceramic tiles. Charities or community programs that would like to be future beneficiaries of the Streets of Brentwood Quarterly Community Sale can apply online at www.thestreetsofbrentwoodca.com between March 2 and April 30.
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Our Quarterly Community SALE! Friday, February 27 - Sunday, March 1 Every purchase at ALL The Streets of Brentwood stores, restaurants and the Rave Brentwood 14 Movie Theater during the sale weekend create a donation to be given to this quarter’s charity and community program partners! Come get what you need and want AND give back to the community at the same time! This quarter’s recipients are: Kids Helping Kids Charity and the Brentwood Rotary.
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Freedom pins Heritage
osh Dizon of Heritage, above, defeats Freedom’s Barry Viola by injury default on the takedown, one of the few bright spots for Heritage in a recent match. Freedom’s Justin Baffico, top right, defeated Heritage’s Matt Zapanta 13-2. Freedom’s Clint Joaquin, bottom right, defeated Heritage’s Jeremy Festag 19-6.
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Falcon girls squeak past Liberty by Dave Roberts Staff Writer The third time was the charm for Freedom’s girls basketball team Tuesday night against Liberty. After losing to the Lions in their previous two encounters, the Falcons hung on to win a squeaker in their home finale, 39-37. “It’s nice when you win on Senior Night, especially against your rival,” said Freedom Coach Jeff Jonas. “I’m really happy for the seniors to get this win.” But the win didn’t come easy. The teams fought hard throughout the contest, constantly swapping the lead, with the edge slightly in Liberty’s favor. The Lions led by two points at the end of the first quarter, by three points at the half and by two points at the end of the third quarter. The game’s turning point came toward the end of the third quarter when Liberty’s dominant, 6-foot center Abby Lange got into foul trouble and came out of the game. By that time she had already
Liberty’s Abby Lange, with the ball, guarded by Freedom’s Aubrey Linder, was a dominant force until she fouled out. Freedom won 39-37.
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scored 14 points, more than anyone else notched for the entire contest. But Lange would not score again after fouling out early in the fourth quarter, and Liberty sorely missed her offense and defensive rebounding.
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Jonas, looking a bit like Daddy Warbucks with his shaved head and threepiece suit, prowled the sidelines calling out plays, encouraging and occasionally yelling at his players in an attempt to fire them up to take advantage of their opportunity. The Freedom girls responded by stepping up their defense. But it was still anybody’s game with 23 seconds to go and the Falcons clinging to a two-point lead. Freedom sealed it at the foul line as Iyana O’Neal made both of her shots and Ashley Resendez hit one of two, providing a five-point cushion with five seconds left. Liberty’s Shaunika Lee hit a three-pointer at the buzzer to
provide the final score. “We played great defense all night long,” said Jonas. “We held them in the 30s. We did a much better job tonight with our ball pressure; we forced a lot of turnovers; we made hard possessions for them. Anytime you do that, you give yourself a chance to win. We don’t have a true prolific scorer. So that means you’d better play some defense to keep the score down.” Liberty Coach Debbi Weil declined to comment after the game. Freedom ends its season tonight, Feb. 20, at Heritage, while Liberty finishes at home against the Deer Valley powerhouse. Both are 7 p.m. starts.
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Brentwood Doctor gives you the “skinny” on the tactics used by the diet and weight loss industry to help separate you from your hard earned dollars while selling you a pipe dream and tips on how you can lose weight without wasting money on gym memberships, outrageous diets or dangerous pills. Brentwood, Ca – Dr. James Martin D.C. has had it with the diet and weight loss industry and is indeed exposing the diet and weight loss industry and helping guide you to the most direct, fastest, effective and SAFE ways to lose the extra 5, 10, 45 or even 100 lbs. you’ve put on over the last few months or years. This local doctor has had so many of his patients doing everything under the sun to try and lose weight and failing miserably or succeeding at losing the weight only to have it return and then some, that he has just tired of seeing people victimized by these money sucking vampires that prey on innocent consumers at their weakest point. Yeah, they are waiting and salivating for YOU to make your oh so predictable and SHORT LIVED…. you know….NEW YEARS RESOLUTION!! Some of you say it every year. This year I will lose the weight. Or for some of you it’s your first year to start the never-ending year after year HOPE that you will succeed at losing the unwanted and unsightly fat hanging around your belly or cottage cheese thighs. For some of you, you really want to lose the weight for the health benefit to avoid diabetes and heart disease associated with being overweight. Whatever your case may be, There is FINALLY HOPE! Dr. Martin isn’t going to be making any friends by giving you the following information, but he is sick and tired of watching people devastated or even depressed by their weight gain and helpless feelings of despair when they fail time and time again. So here goes…. IF you are reading this and you have tried it ALL already, and you really would like to lose the weight and succeed, then pay close attention. If you have tried counting points only to throw your calculator out the window, If you have embarrassed yourself enough with public and humiliating “weigh-ins”, If you are tired of mail order, microwaved and probably unhealthy food, If you are tired of
silly “Hollywood” type diets, If you are sick of taking dangerous stimulant diet pills (yes, they are dangerous), If you are tired of starving yourself, If you have succeeded at losing the weight with any of these, BUT gained it ALL back with a few extra pounds you are in for the biggest breakthrough in weight loss Dr. Martin has ever seen. Dr. Martin believes the TRUE CAUSE of “Weight Loss Resistance Syndrome” is NOT in your mouth! It IS in your head!! My name is Dr. James Martin and No I’m not trying to be funny. Let me explain. This amazing discovery hit me like a ton of bricks and I wasn’t even looking! A while back, I was invited by a world famous doctor (now a good friend) who specialized in a non surgical, non invasive brain based behavioral repatterning treatment to help patients quickly and effectively lose weight, to bring my office staff to spend three days with him at his estate and he would train me and my staff on how to do this treatment. This world famous doctor did share with me that he had operated up to 38 weight loss centers at one time and had people losing up to HALF THEIR BODYWEIGHT and kept it off for years after receiving treatment at his centers. He showed me the before and after pictures and their stories….Dozens and dozens of them!! I was astounded!! I was so impressed that I had to try this new technology and treatment on my own patients to see if it really worked. I immediately started treatment on what I call the ULTIMATE COUCH POTATO! My mother in law had been through five back surgeries, can’t walk more than 3 houses on her block, can’t stand more than 10 minutes, can’t really do much of anything! She tried EVERYTHING! Popular weight loss centers that do public weigh-ins, mail order microwave foods, starvation, all kinds of diets, dangerous pills, you name it. And NO lasting results! She could NOT lose weight! She was severely
depressed to the point of depression medication. I called her to come into my office as I had what I called a breakthrough treatment to help her actually lose weight. She got a little excited as she could see how excited I was as I explained the treatment and she agreed to be my test subject. Well, she lost 36 pounds over 6 months doing NO EXERCISE, NO REAL ACTIVITY, NOT EVEN WALKING!! She can’t due to severe debilitating back and leg pain! I was SOLD! I watched a colleague lose over 100 pounds over 12 months! It was amazing. So, great news for you. I am now releasing this new Doctor supervised weight loss program for the first time ever in Brentwood. Imagine the feeling you get when you look good again, feel attractive, feel good about yourself. Imagine melting off the pounds quickly and easily without the hype and short lived results!
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Muir holds blood drive High-end The John Muir Outpatient Center is asking the community to join in an upcoming blood drive, sponsored by and held in the Brentwood Surgery Center, on Monday, Feb. 23 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Surgery Center is located at 2400 Balfour Road, Suite 320.
To sign up, log on to www.beadonor. com, click on Find A Drive off the top menu and enter the Sponsor Code JMBrentwood. You can also call 800-GiveLife (800-448-3543). Walk-ins are also welcome; please remember to bring a photo ID.
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hair care line comes to town Carol Carey Couture Salon & Spa in Brentwood, a state-of-the-art facility offering hair, nails, skin care, makeup and massage services, has recently been named a Kérastase Paris Consultant Salon. Kérastase Paris hair-care products are innovative, unique formulas designed to enhance the natural beauty of men and women’s hair. Kérastase professional hair-care products are available at fewer than 900 high-end Kérastase-approved salons worldwide. “I’m thrilled to be the only salon in East Contra Costa County chosen to represent such a fabulous brand,” said Carol Carey, owner of Carol Carey Couture Salon & Spa. “With the addition of Kérastase, our highly-trained stylists can
now offer a level of care previously only available in distant upscale communities. “One of our Kérastase consultant stylists will begin with a detailed consultation to diagnose the needs of your hair and scalp and then select the in-salon ritual and personalized home care program best suited to your hair/scalp type. Every person is unique; each hair type has its own particular needs. For these reasons, Kérastase has developed a collection of personalized hair-care products that target individual needs and desires.” Carol Carey Couture Salon & Spa, located at 9040 Brentwood Blvd, Suite E (across from the Brentwood police station), is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit www.carolcareysalon. com for more information.
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Engaged Rich and Sharleen Milland are proud to announce the engagement of their son, Nicholas Frazier to Rachel Anderson, daughter of James Anderson and Karola Moore of Anchorage, Alaska. Nicholas graduated from Liberty High School in 2002 and continued his education at California State University Sacramento, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in business and real estate management in May of 2007. Nicholas is currently working at Performance Mechanical Inc. in Rodeo. Rachel, a 2002 graduate of West Anchorage High School, earned her bachelor’s degree in food and nutrition from California State Uni-
OBITUARY Tyler Andrew Toal Tyler Andrew Toal, 16, of Discovery Bay passed away on Feb. 4, surrounded by his loving family. Tyler was a gift to all who knew him and was proud to be an older brother to Jason, 11, and Dylan, 7. He also had many passions in life. His first love was skateboarding. He also enjoyed driving his prerunner, riding his dirt bike, snowboarding, wakeboarding and wake surfing. Tyler taught us all so much in his short 16 years. Although he is no longer with us, the memory of his big blue eyes, beautiful smile, his contagious laugh and his love for life will forever live in our hearts. Services were held on Saturday, Feb. 7. A memorial fund has been established for the family at Washington Mutual Account # 9413638911 for those who would like to make donations for the family during this difficult time.
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clude Briana Lowen, Kendall Brophy, Kristin Bryant and Sarah Pollo. The best man is Richard Copa, a college friend of Nick. Groomsmen also include Keith Barry, Matthew Millard, Joel Westberry, Kevin Sloan and his little brother Mikey Milland. The couple plans to honeymoon in Cancun, Mexico. They reside in their new home in Brentwood. see Milestones page 17B
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The Heritage High School Drama Department is in the thick of preparations for its production of “Oliver!” – the musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ “Oliver Twist.” Performances take place in the Heritage High School Theater, 101 American Ave. in Brentwood, at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 26 and Friday, Feb. 27; and Thursday, March 5 and Friday, March 6. Performances on Saturday, Feb. 28 and Saturday, March 7 begin at 2 p.m. “Oliver!” is the tale of an orphan who falls in with a group of street urchins – including the notorious Fagin – who have mastered the art of the “pick.” Through a series of coincidences for which Dickens is famous, Oli-
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CITATION TO APPEAR ARTURO ESPINOZA, 956 Almaden Circle, Oakley, CA 94561 IN PROPER Denise L. Reposa, Prepared by Denise Family Law and Divorce Document Assistance, 1215 Pine Street, Martinez, CA 94553 L.D.A. - C.C. CTY 925-229-5460 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, 751 PINE STREET, MARTINEZ, CA 94553 In the Matter of the Petition of: ARTURO ESPINOZA On Behalf of: VANESSA MARIA MERLOS, A Minor CASE NUMBER: A09-00004 CITACION TO APPEAR The People of the State of California To: CARLOS ALBERTO MERLOS By order of this court you are hereby cited to appear before the judge presiding in Department 22 of this court on March 17, 2009 at 1:30 p.m., then and there to show cause, if any you have, why VANESSA MARIA MERLOS, a minor, should not be declared free from your parental control according to the petition on file herein to free the minor for adoption. The address of the court is: 751 Pine Street, Martinez, CA 94553 The following information concerns rights and procedures that relate to this proceeding for the termination of custody and control of VANESSA MARIA MERLOS, as set forth in Section 237.5 of the Civil Code. 1. At the beginning of the proceeding, the court will consider whether or not the interests of VANESSA MARIA MERLOS require the appointment of counsel. If the court finds that the interests of VANESSA MARIA MERLOS do require such protection, the court will appoint counsel to represent him, whether or not she is able to afford counsel. VANESSA MARIA MERLOS will not be present in court unless he so requests or the court so orders. 2. If a parent of VANESSA MARIA MERLOS appears without counsel and is unable to afford counsel, the court must appoint counsel for the parent, unless the parent knowingly and intelligently waives the right to be represented by counsel. The court will not appoint the same counsel to represent both VANESSA MARIA MERLOS and her parent. 3. The court may appoint either the public defender of private counsel. If private counsel is appointed, he or she will receive a reasonable sum for compensation and expenses, the amount of which will be determined by the court. That amount must be paid by the real parties in interest, but not be the minor, in such proportions as the court believes to be just. If, however, the court finds that any of the real parties in interest cannot afford counsel, the amount will be paid by the county. 4. The court may continue the proceeding for not more than 30 days as necessary to appoint counsel and to enable counsel to become acquainted with the case. DATED: January 21, 2009 By: C. Gray, Deputy Clerk Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000432-00 The name of the business (es): SUNNY PIZZA & INDIAN CUISINE Located at: 41 SAND CREEK ROAD, #C In: BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): PARAMJIT SINGH VIRK, 1509 EXIS COURT, ANTIOCH, CA 94509. 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: PARAMJIT SINGH VIRK This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 21, 2009 By: Courtney Munn, Deputy Expires: January 21, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: January 30, February 6, 13, 20, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000540-00 The name of the business (es): Platinum Asset Management Group Located at: 2010 Crow Canton Place, Suite 100 In: San Ramon, CA 94583 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Elizabeth Louise Lamb 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: Elizabeth Louise Lamb This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 26, 2009 By: T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires: January 26, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #0000480-00 The name of the business (es): Cojo Bay Advisors Located at: 4440 Driftwood Court In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Mailing: 14850 Highway 4, Suite A273, Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Robert Bixby Green Jr. CFA, 4440 Driftwood Court, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/1/08. Signature of registrant: Robert B. Green, Jr. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 22, 2009 By: T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires: January 22, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: January 30, February 6, 13, 20, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000289-00 The name of the business (es): Our World Enterprises Inc. Located at: 398 Madera Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Mailing: P.O. Box 654 Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Our World Enterprises Inc., 398 Madera Street, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted
by: a Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/14/09. Signature of registrant: Deborah Miller, President CEO This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 14, 2009 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: January 14, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: January 30, February 6, 13, 20, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000298-00 The name of the business (es): IMPACT DESIGN & MANUFACTURING; I D & M Located at: 1980 CHAMBERS CIRCLE In: BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): ROBERT C. SKIDMORE, 1980 CHAMBERS CIRCLE, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513; RICK SPERO, 131 SAND CREEK ROAD, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 This business is conducted by: a General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/ A. Signature of registrant: ROBERT C. SKIDMORE This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 14, 2009 By: L. Derrick, Deputy Expires: January 14, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0009320-00 The name of the business (es): Diverse Scape Located at: 7258 Brentwood Boulevard In: Brentwood, CA 94513, Mailing: P.O. Box 1714, Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s):Armando Garcia, Jr., 7258 Brentwood Boulevard, Brentwood, CA 94513. 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: Armando Garcia, Jr. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: December 31, 2008 By: Courtney Munn, Deputy Expires: December 31, 2013 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: January 30, February 6, 13, 20, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000299-00 The name of the business (es): NOR CAL KENPO KARATE Located at: 2015-A ELKINS WAY In: BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): ROBERT C. SKIDMORE, 1980 CHAMBERS CIRCLE, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513. 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: Robert C. Skidmore This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 14, 2009 By: L. Derrick, Deputy Expires: January 14, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000529-00 The name of the business (es): AREA PRO REALTY - PEOPLE’S CHOICE Located at: 5635 ARCADIA CIRCLE In: DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): MARLYN MANAGEMENT GROUP INC., 5635 ARCADIA CIRCLE, DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505 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: Marston M. Myers-President/CEO This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 26, 2009 By: Courtney Munn, Deputy Expires: January 26, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000541-00 The name of the business (es): Long Walk Home Productions Located at: 3158 Hosie Avenue In: Byron, CA 94514 Mailing: P.O. Box 611, Byron, CA 94514 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Derek Zavala, 3158 Hosie Avenue, Byron, CA 94514. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/1/09. Signature of registrant: Derek Zavala This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 26, 2009 By: D. Acuff, Deputy Expires: January 26, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: February 13, 20, 27, March 6, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000959-00 The name of the business (es): GABBY’S GRIND Located at: 729 First Street, Suite C In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Alice Castillo, 565 Mendota Street, Brentwood, CA 94513 This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 2/10/09. Signature of registrant: Alice Castillo This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 10, 2009 By: M. Oliver, Deputy Expires: February 10, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000498-00 The name of the business (es): Learn + Play in Discovery Bay Located at: 305 Fareham Ct. In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Holly von Mulldor-
fer 305 Fareham Ct. Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/23/09. Signature of registrant: Holly von Mulldorfer This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 23, 2009 By: Courtney Munn, Deputy County Clerk Expires: January 23. 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: February 13, 20, 27, March 6, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000619-00 The name of the business (es): The Richards Company Located at:1636 Lillian Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Richard Byron Hoke, 1636 Lillian Street, Brentwood, CA 94513; Dustin Richard Hoke, 1954 Las Colinas Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513 This business is conducted by: a General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Rick Hoke This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 28, 2009 By: Courtney Munn, Deputy Expires: January 28, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000851-00 The name of the business (es): ADDA BEAR CONCESSIONS Located at: 3824 Washington Street In: Byron, CA 94514 Mailing: P.O. Box 614, Byron, CA 94514 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Warner Joseph Dean, 3824 Washington Street, Byron, CA 94514. 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: Joseph Warner This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 5, 2009 By: Jack R. Vincak, Deputy Expires: February 5, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000445-00 The name of the business (es): SIERRA BAY CONSTRUCTION Located at: 786 ALTESSA DRIVE In: BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): DANIEL L. BARTH, 786 ALTESSA DRIVE, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513. 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: DANIEL L. BARTH This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 21, 2009 By: C. Sullivan, Deputy Expires: January 21, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: January 30, February 6, 13, 20, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0009273-00 The name of the business (es): SMART CHOICE BEAUTY SUPPLY STORE Located at: 8065 BRENTWOOD BLVD. In: BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Augustine Ude and Adaku O. Ude, 4072 Montgomery Hill Drive, Antioch, CA 94531. This business is conducted by: Co- Partners The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/30/- 08. Signature of registrant: Augustine U. Ude This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: December 30, 2008 By: T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires: December 30, 2013 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish: January 30, February 6, 13, 20, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000561-00 The name of the business (es): Brentwood Bike Co.; Brentwood Bike Company Located at: 7750 Brentwood Boulevard, Suite C In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Brentwood Bike Co., LLC, 7750 Brentwood Boulevard, Suite C, Brentwood, CA 94513This business is conducted by: a Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 4/1/08. Signature of registrant: Barbara K. Michalski, Member This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 26, 2009 By: T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires: January 26, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: February 13, 20, 27, March 6, 2009 NAME CHANGE NOTICE PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Bryan Vincent Beauchamp, 1275 Central Boulevard, #241B, Brentwood, CA 94513 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Bryan V. Beauchamp FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N09-0109 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Bryan Vincent filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Bryan Vincent Beauchamp (AKA) Bryan Vincent Broussard (AKA) Brian Vincent Beauchamp to Proposed Name: Bryan Vincent Broussard 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 3/24/09 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60
Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: January 26, 2009 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F0000-816-00 The name of the business (es): Shanza Photography Located at: 580 Orange Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Shannon Mercurio, 580 Orange Court, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 2/4/09. Signature of registrant: Shannon Mercurio This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 4, 2009 By: M. Oliver, Deputy Expires: February 4, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: February 13, 20, 27, March 6, 2009 NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 1515 Clay Street, Suite 2208, Oakland, CA 94612 (510) 6224970 NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Date of Filing Application: January 7, 2009 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/ are: GLASPER DORIS JEAN The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 2415 EMPIRE AVENUE SUITE 208 BRENTWOOD, CA 94513-5323 Type of license(s) Applied for: 21-OFFSALE GENERAL Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Date(s): February 20, 27, March 6, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000362-00 The name of the business (es): Bluetooth Place Located at: 117 Picasso Drive In: Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Stephen Jones, 117 Picasso Drive, Oakley, CA 94561. 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 Jones This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 16, 2009 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: January 16, 2014 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish: February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000710-00 The name of the business (es): Chuck’s Mobile Diagnostic & Auto Repair Located at: 4830 Burgundy Drive In: Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Charles Douglas Burleigh, 4830 Burgundy Drive, Oakley, CA 94561. 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: Charles Burleigh This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 30, 2009 By: L. Derrick, Deputy Expires: January 30, 2014 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish: February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000274-00 The name of the business (es): Personalized Books and Keepsakes; PB&K Located at: 117 Picasso Drive In: Oakley, CA 94561 Mailing: P.O. Box 1207, Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jennifer Jones, 117 Picasso Drive, Oakley, CA 94561. 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: Jennifer Jones This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 13, 2009 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: January 13, 2014 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish: February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000791-00 The name of the business (es): First Place Dentistry Located at: 2225 Buchanan Road, Suite E In: Antioch, CA 94509 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Amita K. Suvarna PC, 1793 Romulus Place, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: a Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/17/08. Signature of registrant: Amita K. Suvarna DDS, President This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 4, 2009 By: Mike Oliver, Deputy Expires: February 4, 2014 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish: February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000737-00 The name of the business (es): Taylor Made Real Estate Located at: 590 Brownstone Road In: Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Stephanie Taylor, 693 Anderson Avenue, Brentwood, CA 94513. 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: Stepha-
nie Taylor. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 2, 2009 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: Februry 2, 2014 Oakey Press No. 03-0477 Publish: February 13, 20, 27, March 6, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-08-207254-TC Loan # 3002652174 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/15/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): CANDELARIO BARRAGAN, A SINGLE MAN Recorded: 12/22/- 2006 as Instrument No. 2006- 0409066-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/- 12/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $508,401.96 The purported property address is: 1200 SIERRA TRAIL ROAD OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 033-440-054-6 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 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. Date: 2/15/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap. com Reinstatement Line: (877) 908- 4357 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 2982218 02/20/2009, 02/27/- 2009, 03/06/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 20, 27, March 6, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TRUSTEE’S SALE # 08-2831- CA LOAN NO. 0032502585 TITLE ORDER # Q800816 APN NUMBER: 076-284-009-8 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02-15- 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. ON 03-13-2009 AT 10:00 A.M., ROBERT E. WEISS INCORPORATED as the duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to deed of trust recorded 02-24-2006, book -, page -, instrument 2006-005803800 of official records in the office of the recorder of CONTRA COSTA county, California, executed by: ADRIAN VILLASENOR, A SINGLE MAN, as Trustor, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION SALE TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Place of sale: AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said deed of trust in the property situated in said county, California describing the land therein: AS MORE FULLY DE-
SCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3232 SOUTH FRANCISCO WAY ANTIOCH, CA 94509 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 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 thereon, as provided in said not(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and of the trusts created by said deed of trust, to wit: Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $339,393.90 (ESTIMATED) ACCRUED INTEREST AND ADDITIONAL ADVANCES, IF ANY, WILL INCREASE THIS FIGURE PRIOR TO SALE The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a Written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said notice of default and election to sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. DATE: FEBRUARY 11, 2009 ROBERT E. WEISS INCORPORATED, AS TRUSTEE ATTN: FORECLOSURE DEPARTMENT 920 VILLAGE OAKS DRIVE COVINA CA 91724 (626)9674302 FOR SALE INFORMATION: WWW. FIDELITYASAP.COM OR 714) 7302727 CRIS A KLINGERMAN, ESQ. WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 2996101 02/20/2009, 02/27/- 2009, 03/06/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: February 20, 27, March 6, 2009 SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: MICHAEL ACKERMAN-TA; MELISSA Y. NGUYEN; and DOES 1 through 20, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: ANACAPA WALK CORPORATION, a California nonprofit, mutual benefit corporation CASE NUMBER: 562008- 00323573-CL-CL-VTA You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/- selfhelp) your county law library or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you maylose the case by default and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org) the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/- selfhelp) or by contacting your local court or county bar association. CASE NUMBER: 562008- 00323573-CL-CL-VTA The name and address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’ s attorney, or the plaintiff without an attorney, is: Scott A. Hunter, Attorney at Law, 1000 Paseo Camarillo, Suite 126, Camarillo, CA 93010 DATE: July 24, 2008 Clerk, by: V. Pons, Deputy NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Published: February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-08-210710-JB Loan # 100739580 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/23/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY
ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): ABIGAIL L. TICE AND DENNIS G. TICE, WIFE AND HUSBAND, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 12/29/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0416278-00 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/- 5/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $503,649.26 The purported property address is: 431 Woodmont Place Oakley, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 035- 581-013 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 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. Date: 2/13/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap. com Reinstatement Line: (800) 247- 9727 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 2979818 02/13/2009, 02/20/- 2009, 02/27/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 13, 20, 27, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 08-0077791 Title Order No. 08-8292371 Investor/Insurer No. 101307193 APN No. 033-302- 005-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/09/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by MARIO E MONCADA, AND ISABEL M MONCADA, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 05/09/2005 and recorded 05/18/- 05, as Instrument No. 2005- 0177296-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 03/05/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA. at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 309 OAK GLEN DRIVE, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $459,356.51. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 11/- 01/2008 RECONTRUST COMPANY 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., SV2-202 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 2988261 02/13/2009, 02/20/2009, 02/27/2009 Oakley Press No: 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 13, 20, 27, 2009
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 08-00969-US-CA Loan No. 4800145119 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED12/ 16/2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: ANGELICA APOLINAR, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: NATIONAL DEFAULT SERVICING CORPORATION Recorded 12/24/2003 as Instrument No. 2003-0615654-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California. Date of Sale: 03/06/2009 at 10:00 A.M. Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (Corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $317,723.09 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1308 PORTSMOUTH STREET, OAKLEY, CA 94561- 6362 A.P.N.: 034-380-018 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. 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 undersigned mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent for the mortgagee or beneficiary pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.5(b} declares that the mortgagee, beneficiary or the mortgagee’s or beneficiary’s authorized agent has either contacted the borrower or tried with due diligence to contact the borrower as required by California Civil Code 2923.5. Date: 02/09/- 2009 NATIONAL DEFAULT SERVICING CORPORATION 2525 East Camelback Road, Suite 200 Phoenix, AZ 85016 phone 602264-6101 Sales Line 714- 259-7850; as of 6/23/08 714-730- 2727 Sales Website: www.ndscorp.com/sales Nichole Alford, TRUSTEE SALES REPRESENTATIVE ASAP# 2983590 02/13/20 09,02/20/2009, 02/27/2009 Oakley Press, No. 03- 0477. Publish Dates: February 13, 20,27, 2009
expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. ETS Services, LLC Date: 2/17/2009 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Sunil Jayasinha, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 2987412 02/- 20/2009, 02/27/2009, 03/06/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 20, 27, March 6, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-168612-C Loan No. 0359328617 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/12/2006. 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 a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: ANDRES SAN JUAN, JR., AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded 7/- 18/2006 as Instrument No. 2006- 0225712-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:3/13/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 227 DOUGLAS RDOAKLEY, California 94561-0000 APN #: 033-070-047-7 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $544,614.22, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. ETS Services, LLC Date: 2/13/2009 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504-3120 Sale Line: 714-7302727 Digna Del Fonso, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 2984573 02/20/2009, 02/- 27/2009, 03/06/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 20, 27, March 6, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 227584CA Loan No. 0697134690 Title Order No. 602111465YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/19/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 03/12/- 2009 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 01/05/2006, Book , Page , Instrument 2006-0003622- 00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: JOSE JIMENEZ, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Trustor, LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COMPANY, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 68, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 7837, FILED FEBRUARY 2, 1995, IN BOOK 377 OF MAPS, PAGES 32 THROUGH 36, OFFICIAL RECORDS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: RIGHTS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM CARL NEWBURY, ET AL, RECORDED NOVEMBER 19, 1964, BOOK 4746 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 284, AS FOLLOWS: ‘’AN UNDIVIDED ONE-HALF (1/2) OF ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES, IN, ON AND UNDER SAID LAND, OR THAT MAY BE PRODUCED, RECOVERED OR SAVED FROM SAID LAND WITH THE RIGHT OF ENTRY ON SAID PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF EXPLORING, TAKING, REMOVING, DISPOSING, MINING AND OPERATING FOR OIL, GAS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES, AND ALL RIGHTS REASONABLE AND INCIDENT TO
SUCH PURPOSES, PROVIDED, HOWEVER, THAT ADEQUATE COMPENSATION FOR ANY AND ALL DAMAGE TO LAND, CROPS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON WILL BE PAID TO GRANTEES, THEIR HEIRS, SUCCESSORS OR ASSIGNS, IN THE EVENT DAMAGES ARE CAUSED BY THE EXERCISE OF ANY OF THE RIGHTS ABOVE RESERVED.’’ QUITCLAIM DEED FROM NANCY L. NEWBURY, ET AL, RECORDED NOVEMBER 9, 1977, BOOK 8584, OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 479, WHICH EMBODIES THE FOLLOWING: ‘’THIS DEED IS GIVEN TO ELIMINATE THE RIGHTS OF THE GRANTOR TO THE SURFACE AND THE UPPER 500 FEET OF THE SUBSURFACE.’’ ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM: ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE, AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES BELOW A POINT 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO TAKE, REMOVE, MINE, PASS THROUGH AND DISPOSE OF ALL SAID OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON ANY PART OF SAID LAND WITHIN 500 FEET THEREOF, AS RESERVED IN THE DEEDS TO K. H. HOFMANN, ET UX, RECORDED NOVEMBER 5, 1981, UNDER RECORDER’S SERIES NO. 81-144031 AND 81- 144032, OFFICIAL RECORDS. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $384,577.53 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 4494 FALL LANE OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN Number: 035-263-068 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 02-19-2009 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 259- 7850 or www. fidelityasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting.com CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 2994660 02/20/2009, 02/- 27/2009, 03/06/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 20, 27, March 6, 2009
this figure prior to sale. CONDITION OF SALE: The successful bidder will be required to pay county documentary transfer tax, any city tax, and any other applicable taxes or fees (including, but not limited to, the fee for recording Preliminary Change of Ownership report) to the auctioneer at the time of sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. DATE: 02/10/2009 HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION P.O. BOX 60145 CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91716 For Sale Information: (714)7302727, www.fidelityasap.com or www. priorityposting.com TO NOTIFY TRUSTEE OF BANKRUPTCY FILINGS, PLEASE FAX FACE PAGE OF BANKRUPTCY PETITION TO (909) 397-3914 Betty Schwab, Trustee Sales Officer HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 2994008 02/20/2009, 02/- 27/2009, 03/06/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 20, 27, March 6, 2009
FEET FROM THE SURFACE THEREOF, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM ROBERT A. DAL PORTO, ET AL, TO HOFMANN CONSTRUCTION CO., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, RECORDED DECEMBER 24, 1981, BOOK 10623, PAGE 710, OFFICIAL RECORDS. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $364,911.86 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 1393 BYNUM WY OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN Number: 037-333018 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 02-17-2009 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 259- 7850 or www. fidelityasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting.com CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 2991499 02/20/2009, 02/- 27/2009, 03/06/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 20, 27, March 6, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-168778-C Loan No. 0474911583 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/31/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: THOMAS VANDERVER AND BARBARA VANDERVER, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded 8/13/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0231355- 00 in Book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 3/13/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 4720 BAYSIDE WAY OAKLEY, California 94561 APN #: 035-740- 104-1 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $404,229.51, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Date: 2/- 13/2009 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504-3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Ileanna Petersen, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 2983240 02/- 20/2009, 02/27/2009, 03/06/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 20, 27, March 6, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 708911 Loan No. 0217030041 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 3/16/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 3/12/2009 at 10:00AM, Max Default Services Corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 3/22/2007, as Instrument No. 2007-0083848- 00, in book -, page -, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by Marcus Muldrow and Tracy Muldrow, Husband and Wife, 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 Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State, described as: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN # 037-510-018 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 78 Vella Circle, Oakley, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee
disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, 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: $446,504.23 The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Dated: 2/- 16/2009 MAX DEFAULT SERVICES CORPORATION Ryan Remington/Authorized Signature Max Default Services Corp. is attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714259-7850 ASAP# 2982077 02/20/2009, 02/27/2009, 03/06/- 2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 20, 27, March 6, 2009
PAGE 90, OFFICIAL RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS, MODIFICATIONS OR ANNEXATIONS SUBSEQUENT THERETO. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5236 WOODSIDE WAY, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 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 the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the 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 Trustee’s Sale is: $338,158.58 (estimated amount). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The Beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2923.5: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary’s agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5 have been meet. See Exhibit “A” attached hereto and made a part hereof. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924.8: See Exhbiit “B” attached hereto and made a part hereof. Dated: 02/20/2009 MTC FINANCIAL INC. DBA TRUSTEE CORPS, as Successor Trustee By: ALEJANDRO C. VELEZ, TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER *TRUSTEE CORPS* 2112 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE, 2ND FLOOR, IRVINE, CA 92612 FOR SALE INFORMATION CONTACT: (714)730-2727, (714) 724-7500, (949) 252-8300 FOR REINSTATEMENT / PAY OFF REQUESTS CONTACT: (949) 252-8300 ASAP# 2995350 02/- 20/2009, 02/27/2009, 03/06/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: February 20, 27, March 6, 2009
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-153595-C Loan No. 0307707446 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/24/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: EVELYN TOLLIVER, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded 5/1/2006 as Instrument No. 2006- 0134732-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:3/13/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 813 CHIANTI WAYOAKLEY, California 94561 APN #: 035-474- 007-8 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $428,371.42, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs,
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 74-31548-3 Title Order No.E831460 APN 033- 280-064-8 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/14/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 03/12/2009 at 10:00AM, HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 11/21/2006, as Instrument 2006-0372450-00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: DIVINA VEGA, A SINGLE WOMAN, as Trustor, MERS as Beneficiary and LIME FINANCIAL SERVICES, LTD. as Lender (Original Lender) and HSBC MORTGAGE SERVICES INC., as current Servicer/Lender, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1145 QUAIL VALLEY RUN, OAKLEY, CA 94561,. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $ 468,990.48 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. Loan No. 0697590727 Title Order No. 602111389 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/09/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 03/12/- 2009 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 02/22/2006, Book -, Page -, Instrument 2006-0054166- 00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: GERALD D RUDY, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COMPANY, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 85, AS DESIGNATED ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 7193 RECORDED FEBRUARY 21, 1989 IN BOOK 330 OF MAPS, AT PAGE 28, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: 1. THE UNDIVIDED 1/3 INTEREST IN ‘’ALL OIL, GAS, PETROLEUM OR OTHER HYDROCARBONS, OTHER MINERALS AND MINERAL RIGHTS’’, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM BERTHA DEL MONTE, AS TRUSTEE TO FRANCISCO DAL PORTO, ET AL, RECORDED SEPTEMBER 19, 1950, BOOK 1635, PAGE 334, OFFICIAL RECORDS. 2. ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES BELOW A POINT OF 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO TAKE, REMOVE, MINE, PASS THROUGH AND DISPOSE OF ALL SAID OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON ANY PART OF SAID LAND WITHIN 500 FEET THEREOF, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM MARION JEANNE MICHELOTTI, TO HOFMANN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, RECORDED JANUARY 23, 1981, BOOK 10178, PAGE 83, OFFICIAL RECORDS. 3. ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES BELOW A POINT 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO TAKE, REMOVE, MINE, PASS THROUGH AND DISPOSE OF ALL SAID OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON ANY PART OF SAID LAND WITHIN 500
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale # CA0927128-1 Loan# 1009554484 Order # 080044175 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 03/13/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 03/12/- 2009 at 10:00AM, MTC FINANCIAL INC., dba TRUSTEE CORPS as the duly appointed Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 03/21/2007 as Document No. 2007-0082226-00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, CALIFORNIA, executed by: TAHMAL T FLEMING A SINGLE MAN AND MAYLING G OROZCO A SINGLE WOMAN AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, INDYMAC BANK, F.S.B., A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS BANK, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). AT: THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. 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 describing the land therein: APN # 056-110-083 PARCEL ONE: LOT 74 AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 5573, FILED MARCH 25, 1980, IN MAP BOOK 236, PAGE 9, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: “ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS AND CHEMICAL GAS NOW OR HEREAFTER FOUND, SITUATED OR LOCATED IN ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE LANDS DESCRIBED HEREIN LYING MORE THAN FIVE HUNDRED FEET (500’) BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO SLANT DRILL FOR AND REMOVE ALL OR ANY OF SAID GAS, OIL, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS OR CHEMICAL GAS LYING BELOW A DEPTH OF MORE THAN FIVE HUNDRED FEET (500’) BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO GRANT LEASES FOR ALL OR ANY OF SAID PURPOSES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LANDS OR ANY PORTION THEREOF WITHIN FIVE HUNDRED FEET (500’) VERTICAL DISTANCE BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF”, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM KAUFMAN AND BROAD OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA, INC., RECORDED AUGUST 26, 1981, IN BOOK 10465, PAGE 365, OFFICIAL RECORDS PARCEL TWO: AN EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT APPURTENANT TO PARCEL ONE, ABOVE, FOR RECREATION, LANDSCAPING AND OPEN SPACE EASEMENTS, SUBJECT TO SUCH CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS, AS PROVIDED IN THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, AND RESTRICTIONS, EXECUTED BY KAUFMAN AND BROAD OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, RECORDED MAY 14, 1980, BOOK 9851, PAGE 90, OFFICIAL RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS, MODIFICATIONS OR ANNEXATIONS SUBSEQUENT THERETO, OVER THE SOUTH 3 FEET (MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES) OF LOT 75 AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SAID SUBDIVISION (236 M 9). PARCEL THREE: ALL EASEMENTS, RIGHTS AND RIGHTS OF WAY, PROVIDED FOR AND SET FORTH IN THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, AND RESTRICTIONS, EXECUTED BY KAUFMAN AND BROAD OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, RECORDED MAY 14, 1980, BOOK 9851,
SUMMONS (Family Law) (On 2nd Amended Petition) NOTICE TO RESPONDENT: MATT PAUL SMITH YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PETITIONER: MICHELLE PHYLLIS SMITH CASE NUMBER: FL 027448 You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120 or FL-123) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter or phone call will not protect you. If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. If you want legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. You can get information about finding lawyers at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), or by contacting your local county bar association. NOTICE: The restraining orders on page 2 are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. These orders are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them. The name and address of the court are: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ, 1 SECOND STREET, WATSONVILLE, CA 95076 The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: GEOFFREY W. RAWLINGS, 740 FRONT STREET, SUITE 115, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060 DATE: January 14, 2009 Clerk, by: Pablo Giron, Deputy NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served. a. as an individual defendant. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Published: February 13, 20, 27, March 6, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000421-00 The name of the business (es): DieHard Baseball Academy Located at: 24 Grove Court In: Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Ron Perkins, 24 Grove Court, Oakley, CA 94561; Ed Feldman, 318 W. Country Club Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513; Gary Alexander, 15 Lowell Court, Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: a Joint Venture The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/21/09. Signature of registrant: Ron Perkins This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on:January 21, 2009 By: D. Acuff, Deputy Expires: January 21, 2014 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish: February 13, 20, 27, March 6, 2009
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ongratulations to Lynette and Robert Brown of Brentwood on the birth of their beautiful daughter, Ashley Mary Brown. She was born at Kaiser Hospital in Antioch on Jan. 10, weighing 7 pounds, 13 ounces, and measuring 20½ inches. We’re sure that big brother Cole will take very good care of his little sis!
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-08-211422-CL Loan # 0031378649 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/3/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): MARIBEL CORIA, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 8/10/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0299095-00 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/- 5/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $361,398.93 The purported property address is: 1561 PORT WAY OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 035- 542-020-9 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 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. Date: 2/11/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale
Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www. fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 2976737 02/- 13/2009, 02/20/2009, 02/27/2009 Oakley Press No. 030477 Publish Dates: February 13, 20, 27, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-08-208950-JB Loan # 30271894 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/15/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): FERNANDO SUAREZ BARRERA, A SINGLE MAN Recorded: 11/28/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0379006-00 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/- 5/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At
the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $435,181.56 The purported property address is: 4666 Wente Court Oakley, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 035- 372-005 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 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. Date: 2/8/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap. com Reinstatement Line: (800) 247- 9727 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 2975724 02/13/2009, 02/20/- 2009, 02/27/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 13, 20, 27, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-08-209047-JB Loan # 30330351 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/26/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to
do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): ADRIANA GUZMAN, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 11/7/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0357360- 00 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/- 5/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $424,272.83 The purported property address is: 332 Big Bear Court Oakley, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 033- 380-018 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 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. Date: 2/8/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap. com Reinstatement Line: (800) 247- 9727 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As re-
quired by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 2975697 02/13/2009, 02/20/- 2009, 02/27/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 13, 20, 27, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 08-0108583 Title Order No. 08-8420517 Investor/Insurer No. 114525994 APN No. 041-330- 036-9 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/14/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: ROBERT J TRAINOR, AND DIANE TRAINOR, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 10/14/2005 and recorded 10/24/- 05, as Instrument No. 2005- 0409934-00, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 02/27/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA. at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4264 GOLD RUN DR, OAKLEY, CA, 945613961. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $694,557.57. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but
without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 02/- 04/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 9274399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 2969794 02/06/2009, 02/- 13/2009, 02/20/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 6, 13, 20, 2009 NOTICE OF COMPLETION AND AVAILABILITY OF A DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE SCIORTINO RANCH PROJECT The City of Brentwood has completed a Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for the Sciortino Ranch project. The City is the lead agency for this project, which includes an amendment to the General Plan, an amendment to the PD-55 Zone to establish a list of allowable uses and development standards (including site-specific design guidelines), and a vesting tentative subdivision map to create 11 new parcels. The project site is approximately 65 acres in size and is comprised of two parcels (APN 016-170-012 and -013) located directly east of the intersection of Sand Creek Road and Brentwood Boulevard. Sand Creek Road is proposed to be extended to the east as part of the project and will bisect the site approximately in half. The project site is essentially vacant with the exception of a natural gas well located in the northeast portion. The purpose of the project is to establish the appropriate text in both the General Plan and the Zoning Ordinance, as well as to create functional parcels, that will in turn facilitate future development of the site. The proposed amendments and subdivision would allow for the development of a variety of uses on the site, including commercial, retail (including one “big box” as a permitted use), office, institutional (i.e. educational), single-family residential, multifamily residential, and parks. The DEIR analyzes the potential development of the site with up to 107,267 square-feet of retail uses, 87,991 square-feet of office uses, 228,690 square-feet of institutional uses, 140 single-family residential units, 468 apartments, and 5.1 acres of parkland. The DEIR analyzes potentially significant environmental impacts of the project in the following
areas: Land Use; Aesthetics; Transportation and Circulation; Air Quality and Climate Change; Noise; Biological Resources; Cultural Resources; Hazards; and Public Services and Utilities. The DEIR is available for public review via the City of Brentwood’s website (www. ci.brentwoo.ca.us). Copies are also available for review in the Community Development Department at 118 Oak Street, the City Clerk’s office at 708 Third Street, and the Brentwood Library at 751 Third Street. The DEIR is available for review and comment from February 13, 2009 – March 30, 2009. All comments on the DEIR must be received no later than 5:00 PM, March 30, 2009. Written comments may be mailed to Principal Planner, Erik Nolthenius at the City of Brentwood, 118 Oak Street, Brentwood, California, 94513 or provided by fax at (925) 516-5407. Planning Commission Workshop Meeting A public workshop meeting on the project will be held before the City’s Planning Commission on March 3, 2009 at 7:00 PM at 734 Third Street in the City Council Chambers. Planning Commission Public Hearing A public hearing on the project will be held before the City’s Planning Commission on April 21, 2009 at 7:00 PM at 734 Third Street in the City Council Chambers. If you have any questions about the DEIR or the project, please contact Erik Nolthenius by phone at (925) 516-5137 or via e-mail at enolthenius@ci.brentwood.ca.us. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Date: February 20, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000501-00 The name of the business (es): AKESON’S PLUMBING SERVICE, INC. Located at: 126 Dunedin Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Mailing: P.O. Box 639, Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): AKESON’S PLUMBING SERV., INC., 126 Dunedin Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: a Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/23/09 Signature of registrant: Dave Akeson, President This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 23, 2009 By: P. Cornelius, Deputy Expires: January 23, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: January 30, February 6, 13, 20, 2009
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ENTERTAINMENT OUT & ABOUT IN EAST COUNTY
Music Friday, Feb. 20 Dinner Jazz Pianist Dave Roberts plays soft, romantic music from 6-8 p.m at Shutters Brasserie, a FrenchAmerican pub/bistro at Sunset Road and Elkins Way in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-516-4131 or go online to www. shuttersbrasserie.com or www.deltajazztrio.com.
Karaoke Grazie’s Italian Restaurant in Brentwood hosts Karaoke with Carole, featuring Charlie on the blues harp, every Friday night from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. For more information, call 925-634-9223.
Friday, Feb. 20 and Saturday, Feb. 21 ‘School House Rock Live’ The children of Black Diamond Theatre Co. perform their version of “School House Rock Live” (from the award-winning Saturday morning education cartoon series) in the Bill Bristow Theater at Edna Hill Middle School in Brentwood. Friday’s performance takes place at 7 p.m.; Saturday’s at 1 p.m. Reserve tickets by e-mail at blackdiamondtheater@comcast.net or call 925-216-0851.
Saturday, Feb. 21 Dinner Jazz Pianist Dave Roberts and bassist Lee Elfenbein play Latin jazz, standards and originals at Shutters Brasserie, a French-American pub/bistro at Sunset Road and Elkins Way in Brentwood, from 6-8 p.m. For more information, call 925-
516-4131 or go online to www.shuttersbrasserie. com or www.deltajazztrio.com.
The Pacific Chamber Symphony The El Campanil Theatre in Antioch hosts the Pacific Chamber Symphony as it performs works by Schubert and Stravinsky. Concert time is 8 p.m. and tickets are $28 for adults; $26 for seniors and $7 for students. For tickets, visit www.elcampaniltheatre.com or call 925757-9500.
Events Friday, Feb. 20 Kidz Blitz Live This is a high-energy, interactive family event held at Golden Hills Community Church in Brentwood from 7-8:30 p.m. Tickets are $6 in advance; $8 at the door. For more information, call 925-516-0653.
Saturday, Feb. 21 Co. Co. County Wine Company Come celebrate Brentwood’s Co. Co. County Wine Company’s first year in business at a celebration featuring live music, food and wine. The event runs from 11 a.m.-11 p.m. On the first and third Saturday of the month of March, the Wine Company will provide live music. For more information, call 925-634-9463.
To have an entertainment event listed, e-mail information to calendar@ brentwoodpress.com by noon, Friday, at least one week prior to publication. Or post your event online at www.thepress.net. Saturday, Feb. 28 Lions Crab Feed Come out and support the Discovery Bay Lions Club, meet new friends and connect with old friends at the Lions’ annual crab feed. The dinner begins at 6 p.m. at Veterans Hall in Brentwood. Tickets are $40. For more information, call Shelli at 925-634-9291.
Youth Fair Crab Feed A crab feed at the Boys & Girls club in Martinez will help support local and county 4-H, Grange and FFA Youths. Dinner is served at 6:30 p.m.; tickets are $45. For more information, call Carla at 925-437-5222 or Paul at 925-820-1558.
Shows Friday, Feb. 20 ‘Breaking Legs’ Onstage Theater presents “Breaking Legs” at Crossroads Theatre, 1277 Boulevard Way in Walnut Creek, on Fridays and Saturdays, Feb. 20 through 27 at 8:15 p.m.; Thursday, Feb. 26 at 8:15 p.m.; and Sunday, Feb. 22 and 28 at 2:15 p.m. General admission is $18; $14 for seniors; $10 on Thursdays. For tickets and more information, visit www.onstagetheatre.org or call 925-944-9006.
Dancing Under the Stars
Saturday, Feb. 21 and Sunday, Feb. 22 Jewelry, Rock & Gem Show
An Elderly Wish Foundation hosts Dancing Under the Stars, the seventh annual Heart to Heart Ball, at The Lone Tree Golf Course & Event Center in Antioch. Tickets are $60 per person for tables of eight. For more information, call 925978-1883 or e-mail info@elderlywish.org.
The Antioch Lapidary Club presents it 50th annual Jewelry, Rock and Gem Show from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Fairgrounds in Antioch. Tickets are $3. For more information, call Ellen at 925458-2539.
Sunday, Feb. 22 ‘Viva Las Vegas’ The El Campanil Theatre in Antioch screens the 1964 classic “Viva Las Vegas,” starring Elvis Presley and Ann-Margaret, at 2 p.m. Tickets are $6 for adults; $5 for seniors and youths. For tickets, visit www. elcampaniltheatre.com or call 925-757-9500.
Friday, Feb. 27 ‘Oliver’ with a Twist Heritage High School in Brentwood performs “Oliver!” – the musical adaptation of the Charles Dickens classic. Showtimes are 7 p.m. on Fridays, Feb. 27 and March 6; 2 p.m. on Saturdays, Feb. 28 and March 7; and 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 5. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door: $12 for adults; $10 for students/seniors.
Thursday, March 12 ‘Proof’ Hapgood Theatre Company of Antioch performs “Proof,” the story of daughter of a recently deceased, brilliant but disturbed mathematics genius. Showtimes are Thursdays-Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 4 p.m. at the Nick Rodriguez Theater, 213 F. St. in Antioch. For tickets, call 925-757-9500 or visit www.hapgoodtheatre.org.
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CALENDAR LOCAL EVENTS & SERVICE CLUBS
Events
Friday, Feb. 20 File Your Taxes Free Online Opportunity Junction in Antioch provides free walk-in tax filing assisted by knowledgeable volunteers on Friday from 1-9 p.m.; Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information, visit www.opportunityjunction.org or call 925-7761133.
Princess Dreams A one-day workshop is held at the Prewett Family Park & Center from 5-7 p.m. for the little princess in your life, ages 4-6. The cost is $27. For more information, call 925-779-7070.
Saturday, Feb. 21 Dolphin Swim Club The Dolphin Swim Club, a nonprofit seasonal recreational swim team, conducts open registration from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Willy’s Bagels and Blends in Brentwood. Boys and girls 4-18 are invited to join. For more information, visit www.brentwooddolphins.com or e-mail foradoll@yahoo.com.
Blankets for Needy Kids Bring sewing supplies to Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1900 Willow Lake Road in Discovery Bay, from 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. for the Project Linus make-a-blanket day. For more information, e-mail jakin@pacbell.net or call 510-459-7457.
Crab Feed Fundraiser Help support Faith Christian Learning Center at 5:30 p.m. at Green Leaves Church of God in Oakley. Tickets are $35. For tickets and more information, call Sharon at 925-783-6293 or Diana at 925-766-1102.
Preschool Fair Find the perfect preschool for your children at the fair held in the Nick Rodriguez Community Center from 2-5 p.m. Preschools from East Contra Costa County will be represented. For more information, e-mail hichaya@sbcglobal. net.
One-day Jewelry Workshop Learn how to create your own custom jewelry at a one-day workshop held on Saturday, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Liberty Adult Education Center, 929 Second St. in Brentwood. The fee is $25. For more information, call 925-6342565.
To have a community event listed, e-mail information to calendar@ brentwoodpress.com by noon, Friday, at least one week prior to publication. Or post your event online at www.thepress.net.
Doreen’s School of Dance in Antioch. Classes are designed for both men and women. This nonprofit organization’s mission is share Hawaiian culture through hula and language. For more information, call 925-783-4135 or visit www.kawaikahe.com.
Missions Conference Grace Bible Fellowship’s mission conference is held at the church in Brentwood at 9:30 a.m. and features guest Susan Perlman of Jews for Jesus, Discipleship Hour and the 10:30 a.m. worship service. For more information, call 925-634-2188.
Brentwood Police Activities League Owner Stacy Adams invites you to The Cheese Steak Shop in Brentwood from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., when she’ll donate 10 percent of all proceeds to the Brentwood PAL. Come enjoy good food and show your support for our kids.
Monday, Feb. 23 Delta Informal Gardeners Delta Informal Gardeners feature an auction of garden items at their 7:30 p.m. meeting at the Brentwood United Methodist Church Social Hall. All are welcome. For more information, call 925240-6060 or visit www.deltainformalgardeners. org.
Blood Drive John Muir Outpatient Center in Brentwood hosts a blood drive from 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. To sign up, visit www.beadonor.com or call 800448-3543. Walk-ins are welcome.
Star Spangled Education
First 5 Grants First 5 Contra Costa offers family-friendly community grants of up to $10,000 for community improvement, health and literacy projects that benefit children 5 and younger. Applicants must attend a mandatory information workshop held at 1485 Enea Court in Concord at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.first fivecc.org. or call 925-771-7311.
Sign-ups PAL Wrestling Tournament Brentwood’s Police Activities League will host its wrestling tournament for grades K-8 at Bristow Middle School on Sunday, March 1 at 9:30 a.m. Pre-registration is required and may be mailed to Brentwood PAL, 9100 Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood, CA 94513. For cost and more information, call Harvey at 925-628-8447.
Tuesday, Feb. 24 Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning
Monthly meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month from 6-8 p.m. at Veterans Hall, 757 First St. in Brentwood. There is a $5 donation for dinner. The post is looking for riders to join as well. For information, call 925634-0736 or visit www.americanlegion202.org.
Learn everything you need to know about wills, trusts and estate planning at the class taught by attorney Randall Thompson from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Nick Rodriguez Community Center in Antioch. A fee of $18 and pre-registration is required. For more information, call 925-779-7070.
Every Student Counts
Delta Word Weavers
Youth in Government
Delta Word Weavers, a local group promoting oral storytelling in the community, offers workshops for teens from 1-2 p.m. on Saturdays, Feb. 21 and 28, and March 7 and 14. A $40 donation is suggested. For more information and to sign up, call 925-437-1360.
Liberty and Heritage students, chosen on the basis of essays expressing interest in city government, will participate in the second annual Youth in Government event at the regularly scheduled City Council meeting after spending the day with city department heads and touring city facilities. For more information, call 925-6422825.
The Antioch Historical Society, 1500 W. Fourth St., hosts a display of vintage fashions during the month of February. The museum is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1-4 p.m. Special tours of the museum are available by appointment only and may be arranged by calling 925-757-1326. Admission to the museum is free.
Compete in a weight-loss challenge and win money. A $39 donation for the 12-week nutrition class will help pay for cash prizes for the winners and support a foundation for the prevention of childhood obesity. Meetings take place at 7 p.m. For more information or to pre-register, call 800-297-5768.
Columbiettes
Fridley Art Gallery, 613 First St. in Brentwood, hosts a local artists show Saturdays, Feb. 21March 7. A reception takes place Feb. 21 from 4-8 p.m.
Antioch Historical Society
Thursday, Feb. 26 Brentwood’s ‘Biggest Loser’
The history of and respect for the U.S. flag will be taught to elementary schools in Brentwood by the Brentwood Lions Club on Monday, Feb. 23 and Tuesday, Feb. 24. Each student will receive a flag to take home. For more information, contact your child’s school.
Fair funding, equal resources and students ready for college and the workforce are topics to be addressed at an event held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Brentwood at 7 p.m. Featured guests include State Superintendent Jack O’Connell. For more information, call Nancy at 925-313-0206, ext. 15.
Local Artists Show
time Homebuyers’ Seminar every Wednesday in February from 7-8 p.m. at Humphrey’s on the Delta in Antioch. Learn everything you need to know about buying your first house. For more information, call 800-325-2062.
Wednesday, Feb. 25 Antioch Sports Legends Museum
Sunday, Feb.22 Hawaiian Culture
Sports history buffs won’t want to miss the fascinating exhibits at the Antioch Sports Legends Museum, 1500 W. Fourth St. The museum is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1-4 p.m. Special tours may be arranged by calling 925-325-3255. Admission to the museum is free.
Halau Ka Waikahe Lani and Halau kahulaliwai will hold open enrollment at 11 a.m. at
Cherry Creek Mortgage Company holds a First-
First-time Homebuyers’ Seminar
Columbiettes is a nonprofit women’s auxiliary open to all Catholic women 18 and older. If you’d like to join, e-mail fjkennealy@aol.com.
American Legion Post 202
Historical Society Volunteers are needed to help the new season get underway at the East Contra Costa Historical Society. Orientation Days are Saturday, Feb. 28 and Sunday, March 8 at 1 p.m. Opening Day is Saturday, March 28. For more information, call Dave or Joyce at 925679-1024 or Pat at 925-625-3553.
Delta Patriots Sign-ups for Delta Patriots Youth Football & Cheer begin Sunday, March 1. An open house and walk-in registration will be held Saturday, April 4 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Delta Patriots headquarters in Brentwood. For more information or to register, visit www.deltapatriots.com.
Diehard Baseball Diehard Baseball Club is looking for two more players for its 13U team and one more for its 14U team. To set up an evaluation and for more information, e-mail diehardbaseballacademy@ yahoo.com or call Gary at 925-325-7397.
East County Youth Football ECYF seeks people interested in coaching football and cheer. For more information, visit www. ecyflions.com or call Mario at 925-628-2443.
East Bay Bat Busters The Bat Busters fast-pitch softball team holds tryouts for its 16U and 18U teams for the next 30 days or until the roster is full. For more information, e-mail dan9gom@aol.com or call 925-584-5979.
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