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Calling All Guys, Dolls
by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer
Bootleggers with hipflasks and flappers with their fellas enjoyed a speakeasy night on the town last weekend as they celebrated Discovery Bay’s finest at the annual State of the Town gala. Held at the Discovery Bay Yacht Club and hosted by the chamber of commerce, The Bootleggers Ball honored the town’s citizen, ambassador, business and nonprofit business of the year. The Byron Union School District’s (BUSD) Teacher of the Year and classified employees were also recognized for their dedication to education and the community. Jan McCleery, this year’s Citizen of the Year, was honored for her work with the organization she co-founded, Save the California Delta Alliance, and her fight against the Delta tunnels project and her commitment to the con-
Citizen of the Year Jan McCleery and Lions Club President Glenn Hoffman, celebrate at the annual State of the Town event.
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tinue preservation of the Delta region. “Being named Citizen of the Year was such a great honor,” said
McCleery. “But I don’t feel it’s really about me. Instead, it represents how the Delta and our way of life is so important to the Discovery
Bay community. The Save the California Delta Alliance is having see Gala page 30
School passes on lessons of service by Dawnmarie Fehr
Local Oakley teen shares feature story in both English and Spanish. Page 14
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Discovery Bay is a town that likes to give back. From collections for homeless encampments to assembling necessities for fire victims, the residents of this small Delta community have big hearts and busy hands. All God’s Children Christian School (AGC) is working to teach this philosophy to the youngest of the local populace. “We are so blessed in this area with food and warm homes, and we want to teach (our students) to help others where the children don’t have the opportunities and safety,” said AGC Principal Jennifer Leypon. Leypon and her fellow administrators work to give their students a ‘service heart.’ They purposefully choose outreach programs that allow the children to participate. One example of their local community service is the school’s weekly donations to the Delta Christian Community Food Pantry
All God’s Children students recently ventured to Pleasanton to pack meals for Kids Against Hunger.
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The perception of homelessness by Aly Brown
East County residents recently gathered for a free public showing of the documentary produced by actress Susan Sarandon, “Storied Streets.” The film highlights stories of homelessness in the U.S.
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The El Campanil Theatre in Antioch was the site of a recent discussion on homelessness and the airing of a documentary produced by actress Susan Sarandon. The documentary, entitled “Storied Streets,” aired in various theaters throughout the country and was hosted at Antioch’s historic theater on Jan. 11 as a free event to the public. The film showcased the various conditions and situations relating to poverty with the intent to help society reframe how it views homelessness and to understand its complexities. The documentary highlighted a variety of individuals, from abandoned teens living under school bleachers to drug addicts or families experiencing job loss. Planning and policy manager Jaime Jenett of Continuum of Care, a county homeless services program, hosted the discussion and outlined some of the issues facing Antioch. “What we’re seeing is a housing crisis in the Bay Area and people are following the trail of affordable housing. Lack of affordable housing is a factor of homelessness,” Jenett said, who hoped the airing would inspire residents to get involved and vote for measures supporting programs to help the homeless. “A recent study of Antioch was conducted, and when comparing the majority of Contra Costa County to East County, dollar for dollar, East County has fewer re-
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sources. The county is working hard to fill the gap, but there has been a huge shift (in the homeless population) and the county is trying to catch up.” While following the stories of homeless people across the nation, the documentary served as a conversation starter for those present to discuss issues in their own town. Being that Antioch, with a large homeless population, has no permanent shelter, one fact presented in the film struck a cord with the crowd: there are four times the amount of animal shelters in the U.S. as there are shelters for people. While some were moved to express frustration with the lack of services for those in need, others seemed wary of the film.
“This documentary only shows certain parts of homelessness,” said one community member. “But some of these people are just scum – they leave trash everywhere and destroy property.” This comment prompted one spectator, Nichole Gardner, to raise her hand. “My sister and mother and I bring food to the homeless every Wednesday out of our own pocket,” said Gardner, tearing up as she spoke. “I know them by name and give them a hug. And to hear this man say they are scum is very upsetting. These are human beings who just want someone to give them the time of day.” Elected officials, such as Antioch Councilmember Lori Ogorchock, who asked for
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A female student at Liberty Union High School has died following a short illness. According to Liberty Principal Heather Harper, the junior had been out sick for a few days prior to being admitted to an area hospital this week. The name of the student is not being released at this time per the family’s request. This year has been a particularly virulent one for the flu strain and related illnesses, and hospitals, doctor’s offices and emergency rooms have been overwhelmed with an influx of patients. According to Contra Costa County Health Services, there have been a total of seven lab-confirmed deaths of flu patients under the age of 65 in the county from October 2017 to
Jan. 26 of this year. “I did speak to the father, and I think it is important to know that she was in a local hospital before she was transported to, I believe, a hospital in Walnut Creek,” said Harper. “Based on the information I received, I did call the health department and they said there wasn’t anything special that needed to be done, however, we had all the desks, door knobs and high
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LUHSD Superintendent Eric Volta traffic areas cleaned.” The girl’s death marks the fourth student who has died over the past year at Liberty High School, and Harper said the district is doing all it can to support stu-
dents, families and staff. “We had the Contra Costa Crisis Center and The Seneca Center (a mobile response team) out (this week),” said Harper. A letter was also scheduled to be sent home with students this week as well. Eric Volta, Liberty Union High School District superintendent, said the primary concern of the district is to ensure the students safety and well-being. “I was on campus yesterday, and I was truly heartened,” said Volta. “With every adult I talked to, the first and foremost concern was on their students. Our Liberty families should be comforted to know that they send their young men and women to a school that shows a great amount of compassion for the health of our students.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net
Seeking donations for foster kids The Knightsen 4-H Club has been working hard to help the 6,500 foster kids in Contra Costa County. After a lot of research, the members launched the Comfort Pack Project. The comfort packs will provide some basic essentials for the approximately 18 foster children who enter the foster-care system each day. In conjunction with the Foster Family Network, backpacks and other much needed supplies will be collected through June 2018. Children enter the foster-care system through no fault of their own, and many have only the clothes they’re wearing and a garbage bag with a few personal items. The club’s initial goal was 500 comfort packs, but the
driven 4-H members would like to make it possible for every child entering foster care this year to have one. No child should go without a toothbrush or a clean pair of pajamas. Because there is such a great need for these children, Knightsen 4-H has decided to open this project to their families, friends and community. We can’t all open our homes to foster children, but we can help them get a comfort pack. The club is looking for the following donations: backpacks, throw blankets, baby blankets, stuffed animals, youth and adult coloring books, crayons, colored pencils, journals, composition books, pens and pencils, travel size toiletries, toothpaste, toothbrushes,
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I’d like to thank all of The Press readers who contacted me after my last article. Many of you decided the new year is the perfect time to get your affairs in order and complete your estate plan. In today’s column, I wanted to discuss several common misconceptions I encounter in my estate planning practice. Hopefully by clearing up these misunderstandings, I can help you avoid the probate court. “I have a will so I don’t need a trust” Many of my clients are under the impression that a will is the only estate-planning document they need in order to avoid probate. Unfortunately, this is often not the case. If you own real estate, of if the assets in your estate total more than $150,000, a will does not escape probate. Too often I hear that someone made a will thinking that their heirs will have an easy administration of their estate. The truth, however, is that a will requires a full probate administration. This is expensive, slow and public and can be easily avoided. “I don’t have many assets so I don’t need a plan”
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Understanding inherited debt Someone approached me recently with an interesting question. When her father passed away, he owed a few bills, but he had very little money left in savings and no salable assets. She mentioned he was a very proud man, but with a limited fixed Senior income of only social orner security, his monthly bills were managed with minimal payments for his medical bills that were not covered by Medicare. Are she and her family responsible for the outstanding Marla balances? I am not an Luckhardt attorney, nor am I an expert on these matters, but I can and did do research. This is what I found. Many of us have taken care of our aging parents, and that includes financial help when we can afford to do so. We do it out of love and respect. Aging with dignity and grace is more and more difficult when the cost of living for seniors keeps going up and social security does not. In most cases, when a person with debt dies, it’s their personal estate that is legally responsible, not that of the family. The estate can consist of money in the bank or assets, such as a car or real estate. The creditors can claim the repayment from the sale of these assets, but if there are none and nothing can be sold off, then the person is declared insolvent and the creditors have to eat the loss. The unsecured debts can consist of balances on credit cards, medical bills or personal loans. Secured debts, which are loans attached to an asset such as a house
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or a car, are a different story. If there is an existing mortgage or car loan, those monthly payments will need to be made or paid off by his or her estate or heirs. If not, the lender can seize the property as if the person were still alive and not making the payments. However, there are a couple of exceptions that would make the heirs responsible for their loved one’s debt. One is if you are a joint holder on a credit-card account on which a balance is owed, and the other is if you co-signed for a loan with that person. If your family member has any IRAs, 401(k)s, brokerage accounts, life insurance policies or employer-based pension plans, these are assets that creditors usually cannot get access to. That’s because these accounts typically have designated beneficiaries, and the money goes directly to those people, without passing through the estate. Since we live in a community property state here in California, any debts that one spouse acquires after the start of a marriage belongs to the other spouse too. Therefore, see Debt page 9
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Kaiser Permanente hospitals honored for stroke care excellence All Kaiser Permanente hospitals in Northern California received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines Stroke Quality Achievement Awards, and 20 hospitals earned a place on the Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll-Elite Plus, the organization’s award for excellence in rapid stroke care. The American Heart Association distinction recognizes each of the Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll-Elite Plus Kaiser Permanente Northern California hospitals for reaching an aggressive goal of achieving 85 percent or higher of all the Get With The Guidelines-Stroke achievement indicators for two or more consecutive years. The award recognizes Kaiser Permanente’s commitment to providing the most appropriate stroke treatment according to nationally
Debt from page 8 spouses are usually responsible for their deceased spouse’s debts. When a parent or other family member dies with debt and there are no assets, settling the estate should be fairly simple. Sending a letter and a copy of a death certificate should be sufficient, but there are some very aggressive debt collectors who will try to bully or shame you into paying. If there are some assets, but not enough to pay all debts, probate court has a distinct list of what bills get priority. The estate administrating fees, funeral expenses, taxes and medical bills usually get paid first and in that order, followed by secured debts
recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence. American Heart Association and American Stroke Association guidelines recommend ‘door-to-needle’ times of 60 minutes or less for intravenous r-tPA – the medication that dissolves the stroke-causing clot and restores blood flow to the brain. However, studies show that less than 30 percent of acute ischemic stroke patients in the U.S. are currently being treated within this window. “What differentiates our program is our integrated approach to care delivery as we leveraged with this nation-leading stroke care,” said Richard S. Isaacs, MD, executive director and CEO of The Permanente Medical Group. For more information about recognizing the signs of stroke, visit kp.org/stroke.
and, lastly, credit card debts. Again, this is out of the deceased person’s assets – not the family’s – and can vary in priority from state to state. Everyone’s situation is different, although the basics are pretty simple. If you have any questions or are unsure of what your responsibility might be, contact an estate attorney to make sure you understand your rights. Do not let anyone bully you, especially when you are grieving. We tend to think more with our hearts than our heads during the healing process of loss. Marla Luckhardt is a Brentwood resident who works with senior care and advocacy groups. Email her at marla2054@aol.com. To comment, visit www.thepress.net
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Living in Oakley, I often hear other young people talk about how much they want to move somewhere far away, like New York City or Australia. I’ve been to Mexico, Nicaragua and Northern Ireland, so I understand wanting to travel to other places. Moving to a new place is like being in front of a blank canvas; you control the path of your paintbrush. But as much as I love traveling and exploring parts of the world that are unknown to me, there’s something warm about Oakley that makes me want to stay where I am. Oakley is a very small town that’s focused on agriculture and is full of nature. I grew up in a different town not too far away called Bay Point, but I moved to Oakley for high school. Times were tough financially for my family, and we came here to move in with some of my other relatives. Even though we weren’t going very far, the move was frightening. But the first thing I noticed was how green Oakley was compared to Bay Point. There are huge ranches with horses. There are big, wide open areas full of different kinds of plants and orchards of apple trees with shade beneath the branches
and sunlight shining through the leaves. Vines and bushes grow over the walls and cover metal surfaces around town. When it rains, everything blooms with the color of emeralds, and in the spring the fields are full of little yellow flowers that I just want to run through. I’ve become obsessed with painting all the cactus plants I see. It’s a small town, but it is full of little treasures; like everything, it’s what you make of it that is important. It’s not that Oakley was perfect. It took me time to adjust and feel like I was really part of this place. One way that I adjusted was through art; it’s something I have come to identify myself with. In my old middle school in Bay Point, everyone knew me as the “art kid,” which I still am, of course, and I take pride in that. When I left Bay Point, it was like I was stepping into this new place where no one knew who I was. But I started making art again, and that’s how I came to define myself. It’s like putting all of your thoughts and personality into an image on paper. If you told a group of people to paint a tree, each person would create something different – what comes out is in some way connected to the individual’s identity, and that’s exciting to me,
because I’m interested in people’s differences. I’ve always had a passion for art, but it was at Freedom High School that I found my ambition to study to become an art teacher in my community. Just as I’m inspired by the nature in Oakley, I’ve also been inspired by my teachers. I will never forget my two art teachers in high school – they’ve been mentors to me throughout my art career – and to this day I visit them as often as I can. They both love their jobs, and hearing them talk about their work made me want to become an art teacher as well. I am so grateful to them, because being in their classes always made me feel at home when I was at school. Art class was where I took my first risks and where I first started to create my identity. Now that I’m out of high school, I find myself wanting to live on my own in this town that is so full of nature. I would love to have a cozy little house where I can hear the birds sing every morning and enjoy the peace and tranquility that surrounds me. I love Oakley for the energy and good hearts of the people who work to improve the community, and now that I’m an adult, I want to be one of them. – Commentary, Rocio Perez
Qué tiene de especial Oakley? Viviendo en Oakley, a menudo escucho a otros jóvenes hablar de lo mucho que quieren moverse algún lugar lejano, como Nueva York o Australia. He estado en México, Nicaragua, e Irlanda del Norte, por lo que entiendo que quieran viajar a otros lugares. Mudarse a un lugar nuevo es como estar frente a un lienzo en blanco; tu controlas la ruta de tu pincel. Pero por mucho que me guste viajar y explorar partes del mundo que aún desconozco hay algo cálido sobre Oakley que me hace querer permanecer aquí. Oakley es un pueblo muy pequeño lleno de naturaleza y que se concentra en la agricultura. Crecí en una ciudad diferente, llamada Bay Point, no demasiado lejos, pero me mudé a Oakley cuando comencé la secundaria. Económicamente los aquí con algunos de nuestros familiares. A pesar de que no íbamos tan lejos, el movernos era espantoso. Pero la primera cosa que noté fue lo verde que es
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Farmers allege railway spraying damaged crops by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer
A group of grape and almond farmers in Oakley is suing BNSF Railway, alleging that the company used herbicides along its tracks to eradicate weeds and vegetation that damaged their crops. Mulehead Growers LLC states that the chemical application caused the group to suffer unspecified losses to its trees and crops at various spots around the city, including a 5.67-acre site near 3231 Main St. and on 88.76 acres near Bridgehead Road. BNSF, one of North America’s largest freight railroad network operators, owns or utilizes railroad property and rights of way abutting the farmers’ properties. Mulehead Growers LLC first noticed symptoms of damage in March 2016. Stephen Snider, attorney for Mulehead Growers LLC, had not returned requests for comment as of press time. “While the full extent of the resulting damages are being evaluated, the observable damages have been widespread,” Snider wrote in the complaint. BNSF spokeswoman Lena Kent said this week that the company has yet to receive the complaint. The suit, which seeks unspecified damages, also names the vegetation management companies Ferrosafe LLC, Rumble Spray Inc. and Alligare LLC as defendants. All are believed to be licensed pest-control advisers that recommended, applied and su-
Mulehead Growers LLC, a group of Oakley grape and almond growers, has filed a lawsuit against BNSF Railway, alleging the company’s use of herbicides to kill weeds and vegetation damaged crops.
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pervised the herbicide mixture application. Representatives of Ferrosafe LLC, Rumble Spray Inc. and Alligare LLC did not return requests for comment. The complaint claims that BNSF purchased a mixture of herbicides from Alligare and Ferrosafe and hired Ferrosafe to apply the chemicals to eradicate weeds and vegetation on BNSF railroad property and rights of way. The herbicides, which included Flu-
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After 19 years, the popular Delta Blues Festival held in September, is coming to a close, but the winter benefit concert will continue as a source of local music scholarships. an outdoor to an indoor event provides the opportunity for Frank and his team to focus on the scholarship, provide more funding to aspiring student musicians and ensure the Delta Blues Festival will continue for many years to come.” Instead of raising money to support the fall event, funds raised by the March concert will now be used to promote music education in the area. “We are giving away a $10,000 grant to a nonprofit organization that’s helping kids with their music program,” said Giovanni. “And we’re giving away two scholarships to help two kids study music in college.” Those interested in applying for the
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Editor: The City of Brentwood needs to do more to encourage new businesses. Recently, my wife and I decided to open a new business in Brentwood and were shocked to learn that the required conditional-use permit for the city would cost more than $2,000. I was blown away that a community that is desperate for new businesses would not have some program in place to encourage new businesses by reducing or waiving this fee. Brentwood should make it easier and less expensive to open a business. We need more businesses in the area, not housing. I seriously think we need fresh leadership to spur economic growth. To me, this is just another example of bureaucracy without any common sense. Andrew Armstrong Brentwood
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Editor: Jeff Weiss of BUSD has been served with a letter of ‘cease and desist’ from a group calling themselves ‘Partners in Education Advocacy,’ demanding he cease from “retaliating against them and dissuading parents from seeking their help.” I worked in special education for many years and retired from that field eight years ago. ‘Advocates’ then were few and far between. Now, every economically advantaged parent presents with one at their child’s IEP meeting. They are demanding and often obnoxious and are mostly employed by privileged and entitled parents. I have a family member who works in specialeducation services, and her time is largely misspent preparing reams of ineffectual paperwork to present at IEP meetings where advocates are present. This part of her job causes her major stress, akin to the ‘PTSD’ Mr. Weiss alludes to. It is real and her job (and life) is impacted by it.
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Special education in California is not perfect, but there are state guidelines that must be adhered to, and specific testing is carried out on children who may qualify for help. The special-education team spends many hours testing the child and comes to a conclusion as to whether that child qualifies or not. Should a child not qualify, the parent now runs to hire an advocate. The sole job of the ‘advocate’ is to tear down those test scores and ream the teachers, psychologists and therapists at the IEP meetings. The object is to get that child serviced no matter what. The entitled and misguided parents forget this is public school, funded by taxpayer dollars. Wealthy parents who can afford to pay advocates should spend their money on private therapy elsewhere. This has become a major issue in special education in California. Student advocates, for the most part, are an impediment to the well being of a child rather than a support, as they bully the school into supplying free, special services, which may not be appropriate or even helpful. Ask any unfortunate specialeducation teacher or other professional who has to contend with them. Bernadette Buchanan Brentwood
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Editor: On behalf of the parents and children who are the recipients of the kindness and generosity of our supporters, the International Orphan Relief Foundation (IROF) would like to say thank you for sharing your love with them through our 10th Annual Christmas Giving program. During the Christmas and holiday season, IORF volunteers aided families who are struggling to make ends meet in East County. This year, we were able
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to distribute more than 400 pairs of new pajamas, books, toys and food gift cards to families in need. The Christmas Giving program is one of our favorites, and seeing the smiles on the faces of the children who received the gifts is priceless. Over the last 10 years, our program has provided more than 4,000 families with food baskets and new pajamas for children during the holiday season. Financial gifts are collected year-round for this program. We are so grateful to every individual and every business that has supported our missions throughout the years. This year, we would like to thank the volunteers and donors who gave their time and money to our holiday gift-giving program, the Delta Advocacy Foundation, Contra Costa Marine Toys for Tots, former Mayor Elihu Harris, Allen Payton, Linda La Roche, Jilda Fairhurst, Carol Reynolds, Fran McMahon, Daub 4 Kids & Staff, Robin Evenson, Teri Eslinger, Kim Cawley, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Debra Willis, Fremont Bank, Key Realty, Cathy and Joe Palestro, Jeff Schultz, Bridges Stewart, Julie Brown, Nina Lamadora, the Staton Productions team, Krista Mashore, Jo Ann Klement, Kevin Finklea, Karen Nunez, Donna Crupi, Esther Crupi and Maureen McNally Insurance Company. Your generosity overwhelms us. Our warmest wishes to all of you in this new year of 2018. For more information, visit www.iorf.org. Claudette and Johnny Staton International Orphan Relief Foundation Brentwood
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Editor: I was thrilled to know there is a Manchester United fan in Brentwood and sharing a piece of the club’s history with the ball is amazing. I grew up in Europe and have supported MANU all my life, so if this gentleman needs people to play, I am ready. John Tanwani Antioch
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Editor: The bigotry, racism, xenophobia and hatred that has been spewing forth from the White House is about to land directly on us here in East County. The Muslim community of Northern California is proposing the building of a Muslim center on acreage near Oakley. Expect the screaming from narrowminded bigots to begin shortly. Too many people have swallowed the stupid, uninformed, anti-Muslim crap from the
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Editor: First off, you Democrats and others have lost your minds. And don’t speak for me or others in California as you are protecting your precious illegal immigrants. You could care less about our homeless (or) our kids going to bed hungry. Why don’t you take care of your own first? You are deplorable politicians. The solution to your Dreamer problem is the 800,000 illegals here. Divide them up between the Democrats and Hollywood stars, and they can take them home with them and support them with their millions. Let them put their money where their mouths are, and if there is any money left maybe they can buy their leader Schumer a pair of glasses. The glasses on the tip of his nose don’t do anything for him. Barbara Byer Byron
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Editor: What is it going to take to get Brentwood to start widening Lone Tree Way, eastbound from Fairview Avenue to at least O’Hara Avenue? They should take it farther, but who knows when that will happen. There are new neighborhoods being developed all over Brentwood and Oakley, and yet that stretch of road continues to be narrowed down to one lane. The line of cars that backs up on Lone Tree is ridiculous. The left turn lane at Medallion is the same way, and it was not created with a long enough pocket to even accommodate all of the residents who use it. Homes continue to be built, and yet the roads are sadly lacking in order to accommodate all of the traffic. The traffic going eastbound that approaches Fairview is even worse, because everyone tries to get into the left lane at the last minute, instead of planning ahead. People pull into the left without any regard for the cars already there, because they failed to plan ahead. It would be helpful if the police were there once in a while to at least ticket some of the drivers who force themselves into the left lane and almost hit the car they are cutting off. Diane Blair Brentwood
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Heritage downs Freedom in overtime thriller by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer
The biggest shot of the Heritage boys’ basketball team’s thrilling 62-60 win over Freedom last week was arguably one that didn’t go in. But that doesn’t mean the failed 3-point bucket didn’t stir emotion. The last attempt by Freedom’s Jabbar Wade had everyone in Freedom’s gym holding their breath as the ball swirled around the hoop and popped out, giving the Heritage basketball team a 62-60 overtime win. “It was an absolutely great basketball game,” said Heritage head coach Pat Cruickshank. “This is why we coach, this is why the kids play, this is why the fans come to the game. They want to see that.” The shot finished a wild affair that saw Heritage (18-2, 4-0 in the Bay Valley Athletic League) close the final 5:48 of the fourth quarter on a 20-10 run to force overtime and then outscore Freedom (10-9, 2-2) 7-5 in the extra period and leave the gym victorious. “We just battled hard the whole game,” said Jonathan Ned , who scored a team-high 17 points. “They got up 10 in the third quarter, but we didn’t stay
down or anything. We just stayed composed, played as a team and got it done.” Both teams went on momentumchanging runs in the second half, and each squad saw potential game-winning shots fail to connect. Freedom opened the second half on a 12-2 run to pull in front 38-28 with 3:41 left in the quarter, but the Patriots roared back in the fourth. Ezra Manjon, who finished with 14 points, had an opportunity to win the game at the regulation buzzer, but his shot from well beyond three-point range clanked off the backboard, sending the game into overtime. The two teams traded buckets for much of the extra frame, but a key defensive stop and a little bit of luck swung the game Heritage’s way. With Heritage up one with 10 seconds left, the Patriots’ John Ray Lerio came up with a steal and knocked down one of two free throws, which put Heritage up 2 and forced Wade’s quick shot to close out the game. “I just want to win,” said Lerio. “I got a chance to get into the game, a chance to see the court, and that is what I do. I play defense.” see Basketball page 23
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reedom’s Kaytlin Brinkman (6) converges on the ball with a Pittsburg player during the Falcons’ 5-1 win over Pittsburg. Brinkman scored 2 goals in the win to go along with scores from Jackie Macedo, Lindsey Bubniak and Isabella Midgley. Briana O’Dell had six saves for Freedom in the win. Freedom is sitting on top of the Bay Valley Athletic League standings with a record 7-3-4 and 5-0-1 in league play. To view a slideshow of the
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Cornerstone teams thriving on the court by Michael Dixon Correspondent
When Alfonzo Edwards began working at Cornerstone Christian School, there wasn’t much of a basketball program. He recalled a time when the coaches had to go around campus to ask kids to join the team. Things are much different now for Edwards, director of basketball operations and head coach of the girls’ team. Both the boys’ and girls’ teams earned solid records in 2018 – the girls coming in at 12-6 overall with a 6-1 league mark and the boys at 17-3 overall and 8-1 in league. “The teams just completely turned around,” Edwards said. “We went from having players with no knowledge to guys and girls who actually play the sport. The (athletic director) and the staff are completely behind us coaches in building a program. It’s thriving.”
On the girls’ side, the team is led on the court by junior Ailaina Morrison, who Edwards projects will win the Small School Bridge League MVP. She’s averaging better than 30 points a game. Other key contributors include senior Terria Fosket, sophomore Juliana Rodriguez and juniors Kayleen Dellinger and Nia Russell. “Nearly every girl on the teams start with basketball experience,” Edwards added. “For us, Ailaina is about the only one. So gathering these girls and coaching them has really been fun, especially when they haven’t played their
whole lives. That comes from their heart, dedication and willingness to learn the sport.” Ezra Hunter Jr. began coaching the boys’ team when much of the current squad was in junior high, and he followed them to high school when he got the job at Cornerstone. The boys’ team scoring is led by freshman Jacob Ebert. Second on the team is Jacob’s brother, junior James Ebert. Other key contributors include seniors Jordan Edwards and Jeremy Owens as well as sophomores Ezra Hunter III and Caedmon Minor. “It’s a small school, but we don’t
play small,” Hunter said. “We’ve built up a competitive atmosphere. We love basketball, but we’re not going out just to play. We’re going to compete. The fact that these guys are so competitive is the big factor. I’m blessed with talent; we have a lot of talent.” The Cornerstone boys’ and girls’ teams show strong support for one another noted Hunter. The mutual support promotes a family atmosphere. In addition to the on court achievements, Cornerstone has also thrived scholastically. The boys’ team earned a 3.51 GPA for which it earned a scholastic California Interscholastic Federation Award. “We’re Christian student athletes. It’s in that order. We teach integrity, always emphasize the school aspect. Then the athletics come,” Edwards said. “We’re a small school with a big heart. We are coming after the City of Antioch. We want people to know that we’re in the heart of Antioch.”
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The West Coast Soccer Club’s Earthquakes 05 boys’ team recently had an impressive performance in the State Cup.
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West Coast Earthquakes 05 boys lead the way in round two of State Cup The West Coast Soccer Earthquakes 05 boys finished off the second round of the State Cup with a bang. The West Coast Quakes recently played Palo Alto Soccer Club White 05. The game was a tug-of-war in the first half, resulting in no goals by either team. Quakes’ goalkeeper Sergio Jueregui blocked Palo Alto attempts, and in the second half, Diego Collazo broke the tie, scoring off a rebound from a free kick that led to the Earthquakes’ 1-0 win in game two. The following day, the Quakes took
on the Tottenham Hotspurs 05 Blue. In two minutes, Diego Collazo scored off a nice assist from his brother, Emanuel, but Tottenham came right back and scored. Twenty minutes later, Melvin Torres scored and gave the Quakes a lead at end of first half. In second half, Daniel Valverde scored assisted by Diego Collazo, giving the Earthquakes a 2-goal lead. But Tottenham came back and scored again. With 10 minutes left in regulation, Angad Bains scored off a corner kick rebound, securing a 4-2 win for the Quakes.
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An all-star performer
Jackson Ramirez, a 7-year-old Oakley basketball player, is lighting up the hardwood. The youngster recently won a scholarship from Walnut Creek Ford to attend Excel Basketball Camp at the Ultimate Field House in Walnut Creek. While there, he was named an all-star and received a trophy for winning the free throw contest in the 7- and 8-year-old category. In addition, he recently came out on top of the Knights of Columbus 8U freethrow shoot out at Holy Rosary by making 14 of 15 shots.
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000213 The name of the business: Afrique Restaurant & Entertainment Located at: 2370 Buchanan Rd In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Afrique Restaurant & Entertainment, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Olakunle Flash Ayodeji, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 11, 2018 by Deputy L Ferm Expires 1/11/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75743 Publish dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018.
be FEBRUARY 20, 2018, which is the business day before the sale date specified above. Dated: DECEMBER 14, 2017 BUYER: GOMEZ LLC A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY LA1958713 ANTIOCH PRESS 2/2/18 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 75752 Publish Dates: February 2, 2018.
registrant: Lucas Jones, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 11, 2018 by Deputy L Ferm Expires 1/11/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75618 Publish dates: January 19, 26, February 2, 9, 2018.
Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 17, 2018 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 1/17/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75676 Publish dates: January 26, February 2, 9,16, 2018.
28, 2017 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 12/28/2022 Brentwood Press No. 021273 75521 Publish dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2018.
and which are located at Acorn II Self Storage LLC, at 6900 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood, California 94513, Tel. (925) 240-5000. Self-storage liened units generally include miscellaneous household goods, office or business equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing and personal effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Names: 1. Sherrell Butterfield - Computer, BBQ, hand saw & tools. 2. Adrienne Thomas - Lawn mower, play house, electric scooter, boxes & bags. 3. Floyd Nunn - Several garden pot holders, clothes & mirror. 4. Lessie Scoggins - Artwork, carpet, high chair, leather sofa & love seat. 5. Michael Walker - Large art work, boxes, computer equipment & space heater. 6. Nicholas Peterson - Guitar, speakers, plastic bins, toaster, & luggage. 7. Giovanni Baldizon - Artwork, couches, TV dish, Large TV. 8. Sally S. Villasana - Art work, polar bear table, DVD collection, lamps, coffee tables, unit very full. 9. Kimberly McBride - 2 flat screen TVs, baby stroller, high chair, couch, love seat, standing lamps, tables & baby car seat. 10. Nimesh Patel - Table, large wooden lamps, flat screen TV & chairs. 11. Eric Ross - Stereo equipment, office chairs, 3 computers, wooden table, video games, bed frame, sofa, & wooden chairs. 12. Kathleen Bradley - Large refrigerator, aquarium, wheel chair & table. 13. Arlene Franklin - 2 TV, ice cream maker, boxes & bags. 14. Marie Jackson - Boxes, bags, desk, luggage, leather sofa, night stand & plastic bins. 15. Moniqua Strickland - Luggage, sectional couch, clothes & bags. 16. Charles Jones - Power tools, table saw, dolly & trailer hitch. Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sale is still scheduled. Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted. Dates Published: 1/26/2018 and 2/2/2018 Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75683 Publish Dates: January 26, February 2, 2018.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Chlora Vee Cook, deceased CASE NUMBER P18-00076 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Chlora Vee Cook, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Joyce Wallace in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: Joyce Wallace be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: March 15, 2018 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 14. b. Address of court: 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Michael J. Amthor, ESQ. 181687, 1120 Second Street, Suite C, Brentwood, CA 94513 925-516-4888 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75741 Publish Dates: February 2, 9, 16, 2018.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000305 The name of the business: Illuminated Productions Located at: 1216 Botelho St In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Miguel Venegas Jarillo. 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: Miguel Venegas Jarillo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 16, 2018 by Deputy J Crawford Expires 1/16/2023 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 75680 Publish dates: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000511 The name of the business(es): Newby Elevator Consulting Company Located at: 301 Redrock Dr In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Verna Mae Newby. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/19/2002. Signature of registrant: Verna Mae Newby. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 23, 2018 by Deputy A Gnecco Expires 1/23/2023 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 75718 Publish dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007566 The name of the business: Kids And A Carriage Located at: 705 Peridot Court In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner. Kids And A Carriage LLC. 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: Marcel Keough, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 28, 2017 by Deputy T Lawson Expires 12/28/2022 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 75523 Publish dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2018. NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (SEC 6104, 6105 U.C.C.) Escrow No. 17-4655-DB Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named Seller that a bulk sale is about to be made of the assets described below. The name(s) and business address(es) of the seller(s) are: EMPIRE HOSPITALITY, LLC 2081-2085 MAIN ST OAKLEY, CA 94561 The location in California of the chief executive office of the Seller is: SAME As listed by the Seller, all other business names and addresses used by the seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the buyer are: NONE The name(s) and business address(es) of the buyer(s) are: GOMEZ LLC, 20812085 MAIN ST OAKLEY, CA 94561 The assets to be sold are described in general as: LIQUOR LICENSE, GOODWILL, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE, INVENTORY, AND FURNITURE, FIXTRES, AND EQUIPMENT and which are located at: 2081-2085 MAIN ST OAKLEY, CA 94561 The business name used by the Seller at that location is : PROVIDENCE BAR & EATERY The anticipated date of the bulk sale is FEBRUARY 21, 2018 at the office of: CALIFORNIA BUSINESS ESCROW, INC, 1748 MAIN ST, ESCALON, CA 95320 This bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. If so subject, the name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: CALIFORNIA BUSINESS ESCROW, INC, 1748 MAIN ST, ESCALON, CA 95320, and the last day for filing claims shall
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000021 The name of the business: Young Legendz Music Group Located at: 108 Medburn St In: Concord, CA 94520, is hereby registered by the following owner: Madiou Diouf. This business is conducted by: A Limited Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Madiou Diouf. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 02, 2018 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 1/2/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75691 Publish dates: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000056 The name of the business: Sister’s Breakfast Burritos Located at: 720 Crocket Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Tammy Zickuhr. 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: Tammy Zickuhr. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 3, 2018 by Deputy T Lawson Expires 1/3/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75530 Publish dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2018.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000235-00 The name of the business: ORU Located at: 21 Orinda Way #C410 In: Orinda, CA 94563, is hereby registered by the following owner: Lori Cesario. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Lori Cesario. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 12, 2018 by Deputy J Crawford Expires DATE 1/12/2023 Brentwood Press No. 021273 75634 Publish dates: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000260 The name of the business: Jadali Empire Designs Located at: 2420 Sand Creek Rd # 154 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Anooshiravan Jadali. 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: Anooshiravan Jadali. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 12, 2018 by Deputy J Crawford Expires 1/12/2013 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75633 Publish dates: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 2018.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000108 The name of the business: A Town Pizza & Kabob House Located at: 2468 San Ramon Valley Blvd In: San Ramon, CA 94583, is hereby registered by the following owner: Mohan & Shelly Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/16/2017. Signature of registrant: Mohan Lal, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 4, 2018 by Deputy A Gnecco Expires 1/4/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75740 Publish dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000262 The name of the business: Fit In Her Kitchen Holistic Transformation & Health Coach Located at: 3018 Gratton Way In: Concord, CA 94520, is hereby registered by the following owner: MEALPREP Candy’s Kitchen, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Candyce Pirtle Smalls, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 12, 2018 by Deputy M Favro Expires 1/12/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75750 Publish dates: February 2,9,16, 23, 2018.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000139 The name of the business: Johnny’s Yard Service Located at: 5 Almond St In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Juan M. Pinon. 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: Juan M. Pinon. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 8, 2018 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 1/8/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75596 Publish dates: January 19, 26, February 2, 9, 2018.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000269 The name of the business: Arkwright Arts Located at: 2401 Santa Cruz Court In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: Susan J Arkwright. 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: Susan J. Arkwright. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 12, 2018 by Deputy L Arosemana Expires 1/12/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75711 Publish dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000195 The name of the business: 1. Brentwood Agricultural Land Trust 2. Central Valley Farmland Trust Located at: 8788 Elk Grove Blvd, Bldg 1 Ste I In: Elk Grove, CA 95624, is hereby registered by the following owner: California Farmland Trust. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/1/2018. Signature of registrant: Ken Oneto, Treasurer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 10, 2018 by Deputy M Favro Expires 1/10/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75675 Publish dates: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 2018.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000288 The name of the business: 1. Pixels & Lead Designs 2. Pixel & Lead Design Located at: 1796 Sumac Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Cassondra Williamson. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/1/2017. Signature of registrant: Cassondra Williamson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 16, 2018 by Deputy J Crawford Expires 1/16/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75742 Publish dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000223 The name of the business: In Compliance Services, LLC Located at: 7255 Piper Rd In: Bethel Island, CA 94511, is hereby registered by the following owner: In Compliance Services, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/11/2018. Signature of
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000386 The name of the business: Carol Carey Couture Hair Located at: 3181 Balfour Rd Ste H In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Carol Carey. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/17/18. Signature of registrant: Carol Carey. This statement was filed with the County
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000415 The name of the business: Banter Located at: 50 Sand Creek Rd. #60 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Unity Center for Inspired Living. 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: Gregory Barnes, Vice President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 18, 2018 by Deputy L Barajas Expires 1/18/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75707 Publish dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000488 The name of the business: Booty and the Beast Personal Training Located at: 356 Turnstone Cir In: Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Donesha A. Thomas 2. Jeremy Ruelos. 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: Donesha Thomas, Co-Founder. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 22, 2018 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 1/22/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75716 Publish dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000560 The name of the business: KIPCEP Located at: 101 Almond Dr In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Sayra Leticia Reyes. 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: Sayra Reyes. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 24, 2018 by Deputy A Vasquez Expires 1/24/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75738 Publish dates: February 2, 9,16, 23, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000612 The name of the business: Branches of “Hope” “Healing” Center Located at: 2400 Nevin Avenue Ste 612 In: Richmond, CA 94804, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Amy Lee Anderson 2.Gloria Welburn. This business is conducted by: Co-Partners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/26/2018. Signature of registrant: Amy Lee Anderson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 1/26/2018 by Deputy T Lawson Expires 1/26/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75736 Publish dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007370 The name of the business: 1. Whitney Nelson Inc. 2. Whitney Nelson Interiors 3. Whitney Nelson Homes Located at: 1607 Montclair Place In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Whitney Nelson Events, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Whitney Nelson, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 15, 2017 by Deputy S Alvarez Expires 12/15/2022 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75558 Publish dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007558 The name of the business: Delta Grading and Engineering Located at: 752 Oak Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Alton R. Dickey. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1996. Signature of registrant: Alton R. Dickey. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007562 The name of the business: Axiom Business Products Located at: 1609 Frascati Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Louis A. Leardini 2. Sharon K. Leardini This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Louis A. Leardini. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 28, 2017 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 12/28/2022 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75525 Publish dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007571 The name of the business: Walk In Your Own Shoes Located at: 5108 Bellas Artes Circle In: San Ramon, CA 94582, is hereby registered by the following owner: One to the Third Power, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Bobbi J.A. Rollins. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 28, 2017 by Deputy C Pittman Expires 12/28/2022 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75560 Publish dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007585 The name of the business: DK Custom Tees Located at: 2451 Del Mar Ct In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: Dawn Marie Gibson. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on May, 2016. Signature of registrant: Dawn Gibson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 29, 2017 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 12/29/2022 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75527 Publish dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007594 The name of the business: S.W Professional Cleaning / Adriana’s Professional Cleaning Service Located at: 1320 Arnold Dr Ste 167 In: Martinez, CA 94553, is hereby registered by the following owner: Service Joy Corporation. 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: Ashika Reddy, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 29, 2017 by Deputy S Alvarez Expires 12/29/2022 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75594 Publish dates: January 19, 26, February 2, 9, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007601 The name of the business: Oracle Realty And Lending Located at: 2751 Placer DR In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Olaolu A. Fakayode. 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: Olaolu A. Fakayode. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 29, 2017 by Deputy L Ferm Expires 12/29/2022 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 75693 Publish dates: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 2018. NOTICE OF LIEN SALE SELF STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the liened personal property described below, pursuant to the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedure and the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, Business and Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq. On the 9th day of February 2018, at 10:00 AM, the undersigned will sell the contents of liened storage units by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored
NOTICE OF LIEN SALE SELF STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the liened personal property described below, pursuant to the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedure and the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, Business and Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq.. On the 9 day of February 2018 at 12:15 P.M., the undersigned will sell the contents of liened storage units by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Acorn Self Storage LLC, at 5205 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, California 94565, Tel. (925) 432-3200. Self-storage liened units generally include miscellaneous household goods, office or business equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing and personal effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Customer Name: 1. Telara Caves-Safe, Cinder Blocks, and 20+ boxes, Unit Full 2. Earline Walker -Wicker Baskets, Artwork, Ceramic Pots, Dog Kennel, Snowman 3. Andrea Ayala- 4 Tires & wheels, Luggage, Chairs & Bar Stool, Unit Full 4. Laura Brooks-Safe. TV, Display Case, Chairs, 20+ Boxes, Unit Full 5. Lloyd Butler- 2 Model-T Vintage autos & Vintage Auto parts, 4+ engines,tires, wheels, 6 bicycles. Lots of Auto repair equipment. Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sale is still scheduled. Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted Dates Published: 01/26/2018 and 02/02/2018 Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75681 Publish Dates: January 26, February 2, 2018.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 21700 of the Business and Professions Code, State of California, the undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on Wednesday February 14th, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. at Brentwood Self Storage, 190 Sand Creek Rd. Brentwood, CA 94513. County of Contra Costa, State of California, the goods, chattel or other personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items. Stored by the following person(s): Terry Pinney Maiyio Jackson Fara Bowman Candy Krenzer Mindi McMillen Brienne Kautzman Scott Bowman Ryan Andersen Sylvia Munoz Judith Higareda Mark Vaquera Dennis Bammer Jr. Josh Little Precious Bradford George Calip Torris Watts Nallely Martin Moka Somtochukwu Eze All purchased goods are sold as is and must be paid for at the time of purchase. Cash Only. Management reserves the right to set a minimum bid and/or refuse any bids. This notice is subject to cancellation without notice in the event of a settlement between owner and obligated party. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules, and regulations are available at sale. Auction to be conducted by Auctioneer Forrest O’Brien Ca Bond # 00106386718 and/or Donna Wilson Ca Bond # 0562039 Sale Maker Auctions 925-392-8508.Legal EC 8976 Publication Dates: January 26th & February 2nd 2018 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75686 Publish Dates: January 26, February 2, 2018.
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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Barbara Andrade SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Barbara Andrade CASE NUMBER: N18-0187 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Barbara Andrade filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Barbara Andrade AKA Barbara Lynn Schmidt to Proposed Name: Barbara Lynn Andrade. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 3/27/18 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date:1/26/2018 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75748 Publish Dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018.
Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press b. Father to be personally served 30 days prior to the hearing. Minor to appear or file his consent. Date: 1/12/2018 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75672 Publish Dates: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 2018.
tambié n le puede ordenar que pague manutenciό n, y honorarios y costos legales. Para asesoramiento legal, pό ngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener informaciό n para encontrar a un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpca .org) o ponié ndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado. NOTICE: The restraining orders are on Page 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them. AVISO - LAS Ó RDENES DE RESTRICCIΌN SE ENCUENTRAN EN LA PÁ GINA 2: Las ό rdenes de restricciό n estά n en vigencia en cuanto a ambos cό nyuges o miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la peticiό n, se emita un fallo o la corte dé otras ό rdenes. Cualquier agencia del orden pύ blico que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas ό rdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California. FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all of part of the fee and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. EXENCIÓ N DE CUOTAS: Si no puere pagar la cuota de presentaciό n pida al secretario un formulario de exenciό n de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a peticiό n de usted o de la otra parte. 1. The name and address of the court are: (El nombre y direcciό n de la corte son): Superior Court of California - County Contra Costa, 751 PINE STREET. P.O. BOX 911 MARTINEZ, CA 94553 2. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, direcciό n y nύ mero de telé fono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Anthony Martinez 153 Loveridge Circle Pittsburg, CA 94565 (925) 727-5343 IN PRO-PER Denise L. Reposa Prep’d by Denise Family Law And Divorce Document Assistance 1215 Pine St. Martinez, CA 94553 L.D.A - C.C. Cty No. 133 (925) 2295460 Date (Fecha): December 18, 2017 Clerk, by: (Secretario,por) S. Kricken, Deputy (Asistente) Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75564 Publish Dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2018.
fective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them. AVISO - LAS Ó RDENES DE RESTRICCIΌN SE ENCUENTRAN EN LA PÁ GINA 2: Las ό rdenes de restricciό n estά n en vigencia en cuanto a ambos cό nyuges o miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la peticiό n, se emita un fallo o la corte dé otras ό rdenes. Cualquier agencia del orden pύ blico que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas ό rdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California. FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all of part of the fee and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. EXENCIÓ N DE CUOTAS: Si no puere pagar la cuota de presentaciό n pida al secretario un formulario de exenciό n de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a peticiό n de usted o de la otra parte. 1. The name and address of the court are: (El nombre y direcciό n de la corte son): Superior Court of California - County Contra Costa, 751 PINE STREET. PO BOX 911 MARTINEZ, CA 94553 2. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, direcciό n y nύ mero de telé fono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Thomas P. Bangura 3024 11th St., Apt 2 San Pablo, CA 94806 (510) 696-0260 IN PRO-PER Denise L. Reposa Prep’d by Denise Family Law And Divorce Document Assistance 1215 Pine St. Martinez, CA 94553 L.D.A. - C.C. CTY No. 133 (925) 229-55460 Date (Fecha): April 24, 2017 Clerk, by: (Secretario,por) T. French, Deputy (Asistente) Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75562 Publish Dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2018.
ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/24/2006. 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 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): MARC FITZGERALD AND ALISHA FITZGERALD, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS J/T. Recorded:8/25/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0270609-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/27/2018 at 9:00 AM. Place of Sale: Auction.com Room of the Pleasant Hill Community Center, 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $485,249.29. The purported property address is: 324 DEER PARK WAY OAKLEY, CA 94561. Assessor’s Parcel No. 037-382-029. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.AUCTION.COM, using the file number assigned to this case CA-178830-CS. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 1/25/2018 SUMMIT MANAGEMENT COMPANY, LLC 16745
W. Bernardo Dr., Ste. 100 San Diego, CA 92127 (866) 248-2679 (For NON SALE information only) Sale Line: (800) 2802832 or Login to:WWW.AUCTION.COM Reinstatement Line: (800) 401-6587 Cecilia Stewart, Trustee Sale Officer. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. A-4645133 02/02/2018, 02/09/2018, 02/16/2018 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 75727 Publish Dates: February 2, 9, 16, 2018.
signed to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-17-797040-RY. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-17-797040-RY IDSPub #0136530 2/2/2018 2/9/2018 2/16/2018 Oakley Press No.03-0477 75698 Publish Dates: February 2, 9, 16, 2018.
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Heather Fox SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Heather Fox CASE NUMBER: N180089 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Heather Fox filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Harper Jamison Sheehan-Fox to Proposed Name: Harper Jamison Fox. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 03/15/18 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date: 01/18/2018 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75673 Publish Dates: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 2018. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Maria Zemskaya SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Maria Zemskaya CASE NUMBER: N18-0095 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Maria Zemskaya filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Ivan Maximovich Kotchetkov to Proposed Name: Ivan Max Zemsky. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 3/13/18 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Melissa Davis SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Melissa Davis CASE NUMBER: N180049 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Melissa Davis filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Emilee Ann Bray to Proposed Name: Emily Ann Davis. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 3/12/18 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press b. Must be served on father. Date: 1/12/2018 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75615 Publish Dates: January 19, 26, February 2, 9, 2018. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Commodore Canvas at 5901 Marina Road, Suite B, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on 2/16/2016 under File No. 2016 F-0000928-00 (*1) Erlyn Lucas-Payne, 1530 Trawler Street, Discovery Bay, CA 94505 (**) This business was conducted by: An Individual. Signature: Erlyn LucasPayne. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 16, 2018 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75624 Publish dates: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 2018. SUMMONS (Family Law) CITACIÓN (Derecho familiar) NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Eliett Giselle Sotomayor Cardoza You are being sued Read the information below. Lo estά n demandado. Lea la informaciό n a continuaciό n y en la pά gina siguiente. Petitioner’s name is (Nombre del demandante): Anthony Martinez CASE NUMBER (NÚ MERO DE CASO): D17-05730 You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120 ) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call or court appearance 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. For Legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courts. ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www.lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association. Tiene 30 dias de calendario despué s de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citaciό n y Peticiό n para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefό nica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerlo. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar ό rdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000001 The name of the business: Fer Construction Located at: 504 Arrowhead Way In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Fernando Damian Palomares. 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: Fernando Damian Palomares. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County SUMMONS (Family Law) on: January 2, 2018 by Deputy A Ramirez CITACIÓN (Derecho familiar) Expires 1/2/2023 Oakley Press Press No. NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (AVISO AL DE- 03-0477 75617 Publish dates: January MANDADO): Sainey K. Bangura You are 19, 26, February 2, 9, 2018. being sued Read the information below. Lo estά n demandado. Lea la informaciό FICTITIOUS BUSINESS n a continuaciό n y en la pά gina siguienNAME STATEMENT te. Petitioner’s name is (Nombre del File No. F-0000100 The name of the busidemandante): Thomas P. Bangura ness: College Pre Req Located at: 5685 CASE NUMBER (NÚ MERO DE CASO): Main St In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby D17-020022 You have 30 calendar registered by the following owner: Endays after this Summons and Petition are rique Chavez. This business is conducted served on you to file a Response (form FL- by: An Individual. The registrant com120 ) at the court and have a copy served menced to transact business under the on the petitioner. A letter,phone call or fictitious business name or names listed court appearance will not protect you. If above on N/A. Signature of registrant: you do not file your Response on time, Enrique Chavez. This statement was filed the court may make orders affecting your with the County Clerk of Contra Costa marriage or domestic partnership, your County on: January 4, 2018 by Deputy T property, and custody of your children. Lawson Expires 1/4/2023 Oakley Press You may be ordered to pay support and No. 02-1273 75559 Publish dates: Januattorney fees and costs. For Legal advice, ary 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2018. contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Online Self-Help Center (www.courts. NAME STATEMENT ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal File No. F-0000240 The name of the busiServices website (www.lawhelpca.org), ness: D.E.N. Builders Located at: 5575 or by contacting your local county bar as- Sandmound Blvd In: Oakley, CA 94561, sociation. Tiene 30 dias de calendario is hereby registered by the following despué s de haber recibido la entrega le- owner: Douglas Napoletano. This busigal de esta Citaciό n y Peticiό n para pre- ness is conducted by: An Individual. The sentar una Respuesta (formulario FL-120) registrant commenced to transact busiante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal ness under the fictitious business name de una copia al demandante. Una carta o or names listed above on 1/12/2018. llamada telefό nica o una audiencia de Signature of registrant: Doug Napolela corte no basta para protegerlo. Si no tano. This statement was filed with the presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: puede dar ό rdenes que afecten su matri- January 12, 2018 by Deputy A Vasquez monio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la Expires 1/12/2023 Oakley Press No. 03custodia de sus hijos. La corte tambié n le 0477 75616 Publish dates: January 19, puede ordenar que pague manutenciό n, 26, February 2, 9, 2018. y honorarios y costos legales. Para asesoramiento legal, pό ngase en contacto NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE de inmediato con un abogado. Puede TS # CA-17-8830-CS Order # obtener informaciό n para encontrar a 170347478-CA-VOI Loan #9804338789 un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de [PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE Section las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios MATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT Legales de California (www.lawhelpca ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF .org) o ponié ndose en contacto con el THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPcolegio de abogados de su condado. NO- IES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR.] NOTE: TICE: The restraining orders are on THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMAPage 2: These restraining orders are ef- TION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. YOU
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-17-797040-RY Order No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/23/2016. 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): DEVIN N MUN JR, MARRIED MAN Recorded: 4/25/2016 as Instrument No. 2016-0075682-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/27/2018 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Pleasant Hill Community Center, located at 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. In the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $344,136.66 The purported property address is: 72 RHINE CT, OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 035-430033-7 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number as-
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BRENTWOOD Dec. 15, 12:06 a.m. A fight was reported on Oak Street. Dec. 15, 12:21 a.m. An unknown man was walking around Grovewood Loop. Dec. 15, 8:40 a.m. A vehicle burglary was reported on Baja Court. The windows of the vehicle were smashed and approximately $10,000 was stolen. Dec. 15, 11:02 a.m. A woman told authorities that someone got her credit-card number after using a gas pump on Brentwood Boulevard. The suspect spent $884 in online purchases. Dec. 15, 1:10 p.m. A man told authorities that a suspect was riding his son’s bike, which had been stolen a few days before. The suspect was seen at Brentwood Boulevard. Dec. 15, 2:50 p.m. Two subjects stole $1,000 worth of merchandise from a location on Oak Street. Dec. 16, 11:29 a.m. Two vehicles were in an accident on Lone Tree Way and Fairview Avenue. Dec. 16, 11:41 a.m. A person told authorities that her supervisor found syringes at the back of the Winco of Lone Tree Way and asked her to call the police. Dec. 16, 3:55 p.m. An accident occurred on First and Oak streets. The person told police that he just wanted to exchange information but the other driver wanted to call the police. The reporting person was driving a Honda Odyssey and the other person was in a black Escalade. Dec. 16, 4:47 p.m. A man told authorities that he was being harassed by an ex-girlfriend who was telling him to send her money. Dec. 16, 5:27 p.m. A residential burglary occurred on Altessa Drive. The reporting person said that they came home and found their house broken into. Their computer, coins from a jar and two pillow cases were taken. He also noticed that the bedroom window was not completely secure. Dec. 16. 7:36 p.m. A person reported a female in her 50s yelling and screaming outside the movie theater on First Street. Dec. 16, 7:36 p.m. A vehicle hit a fire hydrant on Garin Parkway and Sand Creek Road. Dec. 17, 1:27 a.m. A fight was reported on First Street. Dec. 17, 9:08 a.m. A vehicle burglary was reported on Muirwood Loop. The rear window was smashed and garage door openers were stolen. Dec. 17, 2:02 p.m. A security man found a bag full of credit cards and checkbooks on Griffith Lane. Dec. 17, 2:14 p.m. A man lost his wallet on Lone Tree Way and reported fraudulent activity on his accounts. Dec. 17, 4:49 p.m. A back window of a Toyota Prius was smashed in a parking lot on Lone Tree Way. Dec. 17, 5:40 p.m. A suspicious person was reported on Oak Street. The person was seemingly drunk.
The driver of this white Dodge Avenger ran a red light and collided with a white Toyota Sienna in Brentwood, on Monday, Jan. 29. Both drivers were transported by ambulance to an area hospital. (Tony Kukulich/The Press) Dec. 17, 8:33 p.m. A woman told authorities that she found opened mail in front of her house on Caraway Court. Dec. 17, 9:24 p.m. A person told authorities that they heard a verbal dispute on Brentwood Boulevard. Dec. 17, 10:03 p.m. A light grey Honda was broken into on Lone Tree Way while the reporting person was working. Dec. 17, 11:36 p.m. A person told authorities that they saw a group of subjects break into a grey Honda Civic on St. Regis Avenue and Capilano Drive. Dec. 18, 12:28 a.m. A vehicle burglary occurred on Presidio Court. A work truck was broken into and tools were taken. Dec. 18, 12:52 p.m. A Safeway delivery driver hit a left turn signal on Lone Tree Way and Fairview Avenue. Dec. 18, 4:39 p.m. A person told authorities that he was hit by a car, but the driver took off. This occurred on Balfour Road and Fairview Avenue. Dec. 19, 4:52 a.m. A black Chevy Silverado was taken from Caper Drive. Dec. 19, 8:07 a.m. A blue Dodge Ram was stolen from Anderson Lane. Dec. 19, 9:43 a.m. A woman told authorities that someone opened an account under her name and made purchases online. Dec. 19, 1:46 p.m. A person found a black wallet on the sidewalk at Armstrong Road and Rockwell Street. Dec. 19, 2 p.m. A person reported someone inside a vacant house next to a church on Walnut Boulevard. He said that they even hooked up a string of Christmas lights. Dec. 19, 2:57 p.m. A domestic dispute was reported on Tachella Way. Dec. 19, 4:12 p.m. A hit-and-run incident occurred on San Jose and Fairview avenues. A person told authorities that they were rearended at the streetlight. The vehicle was a white Toyota Camry. Dec. 19, 4:18 p.m. A verbal dispute occurred on Windy Springs Lane. The person in the dispute left the facility and refused to return.
Dec. 19, 4:43 p.m. Two bikes were found in front of a bench by a water fountain on Berkshire Avenue. Dec. 19, 4:50 p.m. A person filed a report noting that someone stole his Amazon package that arrived on Dec. 12. He said he filed the report hoping to get a refund. Dec. 19, 5:47 p.m. A person told police that he saw someone shooting on Sand Creek Road. Dec. 20, 1:17 a.m. A person told authorities that an unknown man came up to their house and asked if he could borrow a lighter and if they had a cigarette. He then went to the park. He was in his 20s, had white powder around his mouth. Dec. 20, 6:38 a.m. Authorities were notified of people overdosing on Brentwood Boulevard. Dec. 20, 10:44 a.m. A person told authorities that two females in a store on Sand Creek Road were threatening her.
ANTIOCH Dec. 31, 6:36 p.m. A person told authorities that they heard men and women screaming at each other in a loud fight on A and East Sixth streets. Jan. 1, 8:12 a.m. A woman on Goldcrest Way told authorities that her boyfriend assaulted her and said he was going to kill himself. The woman needed medical help for a head injury she received. No one else was in the residence when this occurred, and there was no indication of any weapons involved. Jan. 3, 1:09 p.m. The reporting person told authorities that she believed someone entered her house on West 5th Street and took he backpack which she left on the table. She remembered leaving her door unlocked. Jan. 3, 2:09 p.m. A reporting person confronted a woman for stealing a sweat suit from a store. The suspect then threatened to get a weapon from her car to hurt the reporting person. The suspect left the store in an unknown vehicle. Jan. 4, 3:17 a.m. A woman was reported stealing from a store on Buchanan Road. She also tried to get into a fight with the clerk. An eye-
witness told police that she came and left on a green bike. Jan. 4, 6:33 a.m. A woman told authorities that she heard someone coming in through the garage of her home on Catanzaro Way and she ran to her neighbor’s home. She noticed that the garage door was now open. Jan. 4, 9:56 a.m. Property was broken into on Sandy Court. Jan. 4, 7:06 p.m. A man reported that there were four males on Lone Tree Way taking money. Due to a language barrier, a translator was needed to provide the information to authorities. Jan. 5, 1:31 a.m. A woman in the emergency room told police that a tall man grabbed her neck. She said that she was assaulted on Sunset Lane. Jan. 5, 3:12 a.m. A person told authorities that he could hear his neighbors arguing in their apartment and saw a male and a female throwing bicycles at each other. This was reported on Hudson Court. Jan. 5, 8:09 p.m. A man told authorities that his sister was fighting with her husband and has a knot on her forehead after he hit her. Jan. 5, 11:14 p.m. A man told authorities that someone was breaking into a neighbor’s house on Stanford Way. He said that the suspect was using a ladder to get inside. Jan. 6, 10:45 a.m. A washer and dryer were taken from the garage area of a residence on Linden Way.
OAKLEY Jan. 7, 1:39 a.m. A car was towed on East Cypress Road and Main Street. Jan. 7, 7:47 p.m. A verbal dispute was reported on the 900 block of Walnut Drive. Jan. 8, 12:30 a.m. Authorities were notified of suspicious circumstances occurring on the 2100 block of Main Street. Jan. 8, 2:29 p.m. A suspicious vehicle was stopped on O’hara Avenue and Laurel Road. Jan. 9, 6:20 a.m. Suspicious circumstances were reported on the 4300 block of Redwood Drive. Jan. 9, 3:03 p.m. A warrant arrest occurred on the 7000 block of South Michael Canlis Boulevard. Jan. 10, 11:16 a.m. An abandoned vehicle was reported on Frank Hengel Way and Picasso Drive. Jan. 10, 5:08 p.m. A commercial burglary occurred on the 2100 block of Main Street. Jan. 11, 10 a.m. A security check was made at the Oakley Town Center. Jan. 11, 12:39 p.m. Authorities were notified of a person getting harassed on the 1100 block of Chianti way. Jan. 12, 2:03 a.m. A suspicious person was reported to police on the 800 block of Almond Drive. Jan. 12, 5:34 p.m. A traffic hazard was reported on Main Street and Laurel Road. Jan. 13, 5:21 a.m. A false alarm went off on the 1400 block of Walnut Meadows Drive. Jan. 13, 9:48 p.m. A loud party was reported on the 1100 block of Jordan Lane.
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iberty Idol contestants and winner Tori Gregory, left, gather for a photo following last week’s annual Liberty Idol sing fest. Tori sang “Look At Me” by Carrie Underwood for her first song and “Love On Top” by Beyoncé in the finals. The event raises money for local community projects, and this year the Liberty Transition Garden will benefit from the proceeds.
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Gala from page 1 success fighting the Delta Tunnels because of this community. There were so many people who got on our buses to the Delta Council meetings in Sacramento last year, month after month. They showed up, held up signs and stood up to make their comments opposing the tunnels. This award should also go to our attorney Mike Brodsky. He’s working extremely hard, he’s brilliant and we are very lucky to have him on our side. In addition, I’d like to share the award with my husband, Mike, who thought our lives would simplify when we retired from the hectic Silicon Valley, but no. Mike’s support lets me continue in the battle.” The Discovery Bay Lions Club was honored as Nonprofit of the Year in a first-time category. 2016 Citizen of the Year and Lions Club President Glenn Hoffman accepted the award on behalf of the organization.
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(DCCFP). Founded in 2010 by St. Anne’s Catholic Church, Byron United Methodist Church and Delta Community Presbyterian Church, the Food Pantry was created to meet a need in the area. AGC students bring donations of nonperishable food items to school each Thursday. The donations make their way to Jenny Rodrigues, DCCFP coordinator, who takes them on the road. “We have a traveling pantry,” Rodrigues explained. “On Tuesdays, we start out at Byron Methodist, where we have about 30 families that come for help. Then we go over to Knightsen . . . we just stand in a parking lot and hand out the donations. Then we go to Bethel Island and just stand out on a levy and hand out the things. The
“It’s truly humbling to not only be nominated but to win the title,” said Hoffman. “I’m part of a team of close to 75 members that gives without looking for anything in return. It’s a very nice gesture that the public and the Discovery Bay Chamber of Commerce have noticed what we do and how much we care about Discovery Bay and the surrounding communities.” Mountain Mike’s won Business of the Year, and Sandy Anderson was honored as Ambassador of the Year for her work in promoting the community. BUSD teacher Erica Hornnes is the district’s Teacher of the Year and was honored at the event along with three of the district’s classified employees in another first-time category. They are Gloria Olson, a special education aide at Discovery Bay Elementary; James Lemmer, a custodian at Timberpoint Elementary; and Anna Yerena, a custodian at Excelsior Middle School.
(students’) donations have been quite amazing.” One large project that AGC has just wrapped up is its participation in the Bay Area chapter of Kids Against Hunger (KAH). This national organization works to feed starving children in the U.S. and developing countries. Their method is to utilize volunteers to pack and ship highly nutritious meals. “The idea with KAH was to have the kids raise the money themselves, rather than just ask their parents for it,” Leypon said. “They raised $875, and we took the children to the warehouse and they actually packaged up bags of food that got sent to Haiti. Our kids packed enough bags to feed 2,376 children. This is our second year
Master of Ceremonies Mike Guzzardo led guests through the evening which included guest speakers Mike Davies, town manager; Debbie Gold, BUSD superintendent; Brian Helmick, East Contra Costa County Fire Protection District chief; Contra Costa County District III Supervisor Diane Burgis and Assemblymember Jim Frazier. The evening was not all accolades and honorees though. Entertainment was provided by Ebony & Ivory and there was a speakeasy casino along with raffles and auctions taking place throughout the night. Jody Hanson with JVB Photography has uploaded the photos from the gala and they are available free to download. Visit, https://jvbphotography.shootproof.com/gallery/SOT/ To comment, visit www.thepress.net To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia/ slideshows
in a row (participating in KAH), and it was amazing. The kids worked really hard. It was a great opportunity for the kids to do outreach on their own.” On the horizon, the school has a heartthemed program planned for February. “We’re getting ready to do a Socks of Love project,” said Diana Dobbie, AGC administrator. “That’s for February, and we are formulating our plans for it.” Collaborating with City Team Ministries in San Jose, the school has created an Amazon wish list of socks and small personal care items to place in the socks. “This is a project we want to open up to the whole community,” Leypon said. “We are asking for all donations to be purchased through the list on Amazon. The items will
be placed in the socks, and then we will deliver them to the city team in San Jose.” City Team Ministries offers rehabilitation services and handouts for people in need. Leypon hopes the school’s public wish list will be fulfilled, so that the socks can be packed and delivered by the end of the month. “I’m always looking for new opportunities to teach these children a service heart,” she said. “We are hoping for the children to really understand that they can help and make a difference.” To donate to any of AGC’s outreach programs, call 925-513-8006 or email agcschool8@gmail.com. To donate to the DCCFP, contact Jenny Rodrigues at 925-625-2651.
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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Genevieve Mary Campbell SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Genevieve Mary Campbell CASE NUMBER: N18-0001 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Genevieve Mary Campbell filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Genevieve Mary Campbell AKA b. Mary Genevieve Campbell-Kniss to Proposed Name: Mary Genevieve Campbell. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why
the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 03/02/18 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Oakley Press Date: 01/03/2018 Judge of the Superior Court Oakley Press No. 03-0477 75519 Publish Dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2018.
court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Jimena Diez Salcedo to Proposed Name: Jimena Salcedo. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 03/23/18 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this
county: Oakley Press Date: 01/25/2018 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 03-0477 75720 Publish Dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018. LIENSALE Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 3071 of the Civil Code of the State of California, the undersigned, Bay Point Tow, 4075 Folsom Ct., Concord, CA, 94520, will conduct a public sale on February 16, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. on the following vehicle: 2017 Toyota, VIN #: 4T1BF1FK9HU430857, CA License Plate: 7WCU304. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 75699 Publish Dates: February 2, 2018.
ness under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/12/2018. Signature of registrant: Doug Napoletano. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 12, 2018 by Deputy A Vasquez Expires 1/12/2023 Oakley Press No. 030477 75616 Publish dates: January 19, 26, February 2, 9, 2018.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000543 The name of the business: Position Pros Located at: 370 Maude Court In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Larry Lagano. 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: Larry Lagano. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 24, 2018 by Deputy L Ferm Expires 1/24/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 75717 Publish dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018.
business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Nigel Piercy. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 24, 2018 by Deputy L Ferm Expires 1/24/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 75747 Publish dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018.
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Jimena Diez Salcedo SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Jimena Diez Salcedo CASE NUMBER: N18-0170 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Jimena Diez Salcedo filed a petition with this
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000240 The name of the business: D.E.N. Builders Located at: 5575 Sandmound Blvd In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Douglas Napoletano. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact busi-
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000450 The name of the business: MITCHEL SMITH Located at: 4525 LARIAT LANE In: OAKLEY, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Mitchel Smith. 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: Mitchel Smith. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 19, 2018 by Deputy A Gnecco Expires 1/19/2023 Oakley Press No. 02-1273 75668 Publish dates: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 2018.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000558 The name of the business: Papou’s Located at: 1049 W. Cypress Rd In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Nigel Olin Piercy. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007570 The name of the business: Dee’s Cake Pops Located at: 1750 Port Way In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Deela L. Hubbartt. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/9/2017. Signature of registrant: Deela Hubbartt. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 28, 2017 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 12/28/2022 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 75528 Publish dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2018.
FEBRUARY 2, 2018
Calendar LOCAL EVENTS & SERVICE CLUBS
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Events Friday, Feb. 2 Brentwood Community Chorus
The Brentwood Community Chorus will have rehearsal every Tuesday, from Feb. 2 to May 15, in the Liberty Adult Education multipurpose room. There are no auditions, and reading music is not required but singers must be able to match the pitch. For more information or to register, call 925-634-2565 or visit www.libertyadulted.org.
New Art Exhibit
The Delta Gallery will present a new exhibit, from Jan. 26 until the end of March at 2485 Sand Creek Road. The exhibit will showcase works by several new artists. For more information, call 925-5165935 or visit www.deltagallery.com.
Saturday, Feb. 3 Gala Reception
The Delta Gallery will have a gala reception, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Delta Gallery, 2485 Sand Creek Road. Come meet the artists and tour the gallery. For more information, visit www.deltagallery.com or call 925-516-5935.
Spaghetti Feed
The Bethel Island Women’s Club will have a spaghetti feed at Scout Hall, 3090 Ranch Lane, from 4 to 8 p.m. Proceeds will go toward the club’s scholarship fund. The cost is $10 per person. For more information, contact Ginger Conrad at 510693-9716 or deenafrog@hotmail.com.
Sunday, Feb. 4 BPAL BBQ Cook-off
Brentwood Police Activities League presents its annual BPAL King Super Bowl Cook-off at the Harvest Park Bowl, 5000 Balfour Road, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a cooking contest with prizes for the best ribs, chicken thighs and tri tip. First place is $150. For more information, contact Bill Harris at bill@brentwoodfinemeats.com, call 925-513-0595 or visit https://goo.gl/wksp2P.
Monday, Feb. 5 NARFE Meeting
The National Active and Retired Federal Employees will meet at Denny’s, 4823 Lone Tree Way, Antioch, at noon. Guest speaker, Larry D. Wirick will provide an overview on the changes to the 2017-2018 state and federal income tax. For more information, contact Dorothy J. Wilson at 510-310-5506.
Tuesday, Feb. 6 Beading Classes
Hobbybeads is having a beading class, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Hobbybeads, 3569 Main St., in Oakley. The cost is $20, which includes all materials. For more information, call 925-420-5730.
Thursday, Feb. 8 Open Mic
Brentwood Writes presents Open Mic, at 6:30 p.m., at The Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St. Bring any type of literature to share as long as it is neither insulting nor abusive. For more information, contact Kati Short at 925-6346655 or katishort@yahoo.com.
Freedom Day USA
The Brentwood Family Pet Care presents Freedom Day USA all day at the Brentwood Family Pet Care, 4421-A Balfour Road, Brentwood. All veterans and their immediate family members are welcome to get health care for two of their pets for free. Appointments are required. For more information, call 925-240-7387 or visit www.BrentwoodFamilyPetCare.com.
Galentine’s Day
Starry Nite Studios at will host a Galentine’s Day paint night for ladies and their best friends at The Streets of Brentwood, from 6 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $50 each and include appetizers, drinks and
the materials for painting. Proceeds will benefit A Place of Learning. For more information or to register, visit www.starrynitestudios.com/event/ place-learning-fundraiser.
Saturday, Feb. 10 Valentine’s Crab Feed
The Bethel Island Lions Club will host a Valentine’s Crab Feed at Scout Hall, 3090 Ranch Lane, Bethel Island, starting at 4 p.m. There will be dancing, raffles, prizes and more. Tickets are $50 a person. For more information, contact Ivy at 925-625-8163, Dave at 925-595-1451 or Peter at 415-599-6620.
Free Food Pantry
The Dwelling Place Church will hold a free food pantry, starting at 11 a.m., at 90 Village Drive, Brentwood. Food, clothing and shoes will be distributed for those in need. For more information, visit www.thedwelling-place.org.
Wednesday, Feb. 14 “All Hands on Deck Show!”
El Campanil Theatre presents “The All Hands on Deck Show,” currently on tour from Branson, Missouri, at El Campinil Theatre, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Come watch this authentic American roadshow and radio broadcast from a 1942 re-creation. Prices range from $30 to $40 per person. For more information, visit www.elcampaniltheatre.com/All-Hands-OnDeck.html.
Thursday, Feb. 15 Book Sale
The Friends of the Brentwood Library will have a book sale at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Find books in many genres for all ages. For more information, call 925-513-0384.
Share the Love Bunco Tournament
Soroptomist International will hold a Share the Love Bunco Tournament at the Shadow Lakes Event Center, 401 West Country Club Drive, from 6 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person. For more information, contact Mary Landski at 925-234-8318.
Friday, Feb. 16 Homebuyer Workshop
Stephanie Whiting presents a Homebuyer Workshop at Mountain Mike’s Pizza, 1185 Second St., Brentwood, from 6 to 9 p.m. The workshop will give future homebuyers information needed for purchasing a house. Pizza will be provided. For more information, contact Stephanie Whiting at 925-305-6639 or at Stephanie.whiting@ movement.com.
Saturday, Feb. 17 Birria Cookoff 2018
Brentwood PAL presents Birria Cookoff 2018, at the Dollar General Plaza, 7820 Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come enjoy birria served on tortillas or as soup in addition to music, dancing and more. The cost is $10 per person or $30 for a family of four. For more information, contact mrucker@brentwoodca.gov or call 925-695-6467 or visit www.brentwood-pal. com.
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Friday, Feb. 23
No-Limit Hold ’Em Brentwood Rotary will hold its ninth annual poker tournament at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St., with doors opening at 6 p.m. for dinner and tournament play beginning at 7 p.m. The cost is $75 per player and includes a buffet dinner, a drink ticket and tournament play. For more information, contact Steve Gursky at sgursky@ sbcglobal.net or 925-584-8708.
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Saturday, Feb. 24 Sock Hop 2018
The Furry Friends Food Relief presents Sock Hop, a benefit dinner, at Shadow Lakes, starting at 5 p.m. There will be an auction, a raffle and dinner. Tickets are $60 per person and can be purchased online at https://fffrbenefit2018sockhop. eventbrite.com. A complimentary bottle of wine will be given to those who purchase a table for eight to 10 people. For more information, contact furryfriendsfoodrelief@gmail.com.
Celebration of Wishes
An Elderly Wish Foundation will host its sixteenth annual Heart to Heart Ball, “Celebration of Wishes,” at Lone Tree Golf and Event Center, 4800 Golf Course Road, Antioch, starting at 5:30 p.m. There will be auctions, dinner and dancing. The cost is $65 per person. For more information, email info@elderlywish.org or visit www.elderlywish. org.
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Brentwood Blaze Cheer
The Brentwood Blaze Cheer is currently enrolling children from 5 to 14 years for a program that teaches the fundamentals of cheer. The practices are ongoing throughout the year. For more information, contact Alison at 925-8488422 or at brentwoodblazecheer@gmail.com.
U.S. Citizenship Preparation Class
The Liberty Adult Education Center will have a U.S. Citizenship Preparation Class, Mondays and Fridays, from 9 a.m. to noon, at the Liberty Adult Education Center. The class is for permanent residents who have applied for, or are in the process of, naturalization. For more information, contact Jean Hilburn at 925-634-2565 x1097 or at hilburnj@luhsd.net.
Basic Computer Skills for ESL Students
The Liberty Adult Education Center will have Basic Computer Skills classes for English as a second language (ESL) students, Mondays and Wednesday, from 6 to 9 p.m. The class will help ESL students that would like to improve their basic knowledge of computers. For more information, contact Liberty Adult Education at 925-634-2565.
Spring 2018 Flag Football
The California Football Academy is accepting registration for the spring flag football league. The season is from March to June, for ages 4 to 15. Register online at www. californiafootballacademy.com. For more information, call 925-625-2222.
Hula Classes in Brentwood
Hula Classes will be offered for children and adults in Brentwood every Sunday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Come learn the art, beauty and meaning of hula dancing as well as the history of the Hawaiian people. For more information, contact Kapi’olani at 925-550-5656.
Delta Gallery Art Classes
Delta Gallery offers a wide variety of creative art classes for all ages. Classes for kids include oil painting and theme classes with a variety of drawing and painting projects. Workshops for adults and teens include pocket sketching, oil paintings and paint parties. The classes are located at 2485 Sand Creek Road in The Streets of Brentwood shopping center. For more information, visit www.deltagallery.com or call 925-516-5935.
Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts
Get into Scouts with either Cub Scouts for boys in kindergarten through fifth grade or Boy Scouts for boys ages 11 to 18. For more information, visit www.BeAScout.org or email membership@pack1155.org.
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