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Warrior Walk Saturday Residents looking to get a little exercise this weekend while benefiting a worthwhile cause are invited to celebrate the grand opening of the East County Veterans Peer to Peer Resource and Recreation Center on Saturday, Feb. 26 in Pittsburg. The Warrior Walk, sponsored by East County Military Families and Friends, kicks off with registration at 9 a.m. at the new center, 520 Garcia Ave. All proceeds from the event,

including donations, benefit combat veterans and military families. Walkers contributing $50 or more will receive a free T-shirt. Participants will walk from the peer resource center and take the sidewalk around the city block (Harbor, Leland, Railroad, Bliss and back to the center). For more information, e-mail ecmilitary@yahoo.com or call 925-642-7537.

Antioch holds forum on Quality of Life In response to questions about volunteerism in Antioch, the budget, the school district and other concerns, the city has planned a Quality of Life forum to discuss these top-

ics on Saturday, Feb. 26 from 9 a.m. to noon at Deer Valley High School, 4700 Lone Tree Way. This is the first such forum since Antioch hosted one on April 4, 2009.

Senator in Brentwood East County residents who need help with a problem involving a state agency or have an opinion to offer on legislation that affects their community can take advantage of a unique opportunity: a personal meeting with

State Sen. Mark DeSaulnier on Saturday, Feb. 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce, 8440 Brentwood Boulevard, Suite C. No appointment is necessary. For more information, call 925-942-6082.

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Ambitious kid dances her way to Big Apple by Samie Hartley Staff Writer While summer vacation is months away, Brentwood’s Jasmine Scott has already made plans. The Holy Rosary School sixth-grader will travel to New York for two weeks in June to take part in a intensive summer program at Joffrey School of Ballet. Jasmine, 12, first learned about the program last year, but was too young to audition. This year, however, she met the minimum age requirement to try out – but she wasn’t auditioning for a spot in the program. “I went to the San Francisco audition for the experience,” Jasmine said. “I wanted to get an idea of what the process is like so that I’d have a better chance of getting in next year. But when I heard the news, I was pleasantly surprised. I’m really excited.” Jasmine approached the auditions nonchalantly and didn’t even tell her friends or ballet teacher Nina Koch about her plans to try out. Koch, who has been working with Jasmine for three years at East County Performing Arts in Brentwood, said Jasmine’s fearlessness has inspired other students to dream big and challenge themselves. “She’s worked so hard. We’re all so happy for her,” Koch said. “She’s an excellent role model to her peers. It took a lot of guts for her to audition at 12 years old and then to go all the way across the country on her own. Her determination is a good source of motivation for the other students. All of the students, those younger and older, are inspired by her enthusiasm for dance.” Jasmine takes four ballet classes per week along

with jazz, tap and contemporary dance classes at East County Performing Arts. Koch said Jasmine would probably take more classes, but can only fit so many courses into her schedule. Since joining the Brentwood dance school, Jasmine annually performs in “The Nutcracker,” taking the lead role of Clara two years ago. Koch said Jasmine’s work ethic and tenacity to learn makes her an ideal student and a joy to work with. She believes that if Jasmine maintains the same attitude, she’ll go on to do great things in the dance community. But Jasmine has other plans. When she grows up, she’d like to be a doctor – a neurologist, to be precise. Her high aspirations are no surprise to mother Natalie, who has watched her daughter blossom into a precocious young woman who manages to get straight A’s in school and still has time for community service programs organized through her Girl Scout troop. When she heard that her daughter had entered the Joffrey program, Natalie was shocked. But as Jasmine clearly displays a natural ability for ballet, Natalie has come to see that the move makes perfect sense. “When she was two, she came to me and said she wanted to dance, so I enrolled her in a class,” Natalie said. “She got hooked. No one else in the family has professional dance skills, but Jasmine exudes this light when she’s on stage. Dance is her passion, and I’ve always encouraged that. Jasmine is one in a set of triplets, and I’ve always encouraged them to go after their own dreams and find what makes them happy. And for Jasmine, it’s dance.” see Dancing page 20A

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Jasmine Scott, 12, will travel to New York this summer to attend an intensive program at the prestigious Joffrey School of Ballet.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2011

BANC’s Homes of the Seasons

he Brentwood Advisory Neighborhood committee (BANC) this week announced Home of the Month program winners for the holiday season. First, above left, was the home of Zachary Szopinski on Pescara Boulevard, which got the nod for the best Halloween decorations. Zachary has been doing all the Halloween and Christmas decorating for his family for the past seven years. He started the ﬁrst week of October to ﬁnish in time for all the ghouls and goblins. He’s done such an amazing job that some of the adults were afraid to set foot on the porch. We all see a future for him in cinematic special effects. When it came to Christmas decorations, there was no topping Lawrence Botelho’s handiwork on Kayla Place. The decorations were tastefully designed, masterfully executed and, according to the homeowner, took 52 hours to complete – a literally shining example of the Christmas spirit.

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Brentwood author Digs a mystery A mysterious woven metal artifact is found at a paleontological dig in Africa. Mystified experts, confounded by the impossible timeline they get from traditional dating methods, call upon a 19-year-old with a unique talent. His gift is also his curse: Whenever he touches an object, he’s flooded with the thoughts and feelings of those who touched it before him. It’s a talent many covet, some fear, and almost no one understands. In his first book, “The Dig,” author Michael Siemsen chronicles the adventures of Matthew Turner. Exploited as a child and tormented by the unpleasant experiences imprinted on him from the items he has “read,” Matthew agrees to travel from New York to the forests of Kenya. There, threatened by unknown enemies and helped by a beautiful but prickly ally who begins to

understand his strange ability, he journeys back in geological time to make a discovery so shocking that it forces us to rewrite all human history. Siemsen, the second son of a Vietnam veteran turned policeman, grew up in Venice, Calif. Initially focusing on performing arts, Siemsen attended the prestigious Alexander Hamilton Academy in Los Angeles. After serving in the U.S. Army as a tracked vehicle operator, he returned to civilian life and began writing short stories and screenplays, and directing short films and music videos. He moved to Northern California in the late ’90s and met his future wife, Ana. They live in Brentwood with their three children. To download a copy of “The Dig,” or to order it in hard copy, log on to www. barnesandnoble.com.

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SHORT SALE/LOAN MOD SEMINAR I will be giving a free seminar on March 6th at 9:45 a.m. that all are invited to. I will be covering a broad range of topics including: Discussion of how loan mods, short sales and foreclosures work, who is a good candidate for each, impact on your credit score, can your lender pursue you after, will you owe tax on forgiven debt, how to rebuild your credit score after one of the above and a discussion of many of the various government loan mod and short sale programs available. Then I will wrap up with my prediction for where the market will go from here. Obviously, I have a lot to cover, so I will talk fast. My talk will take about 4550 minutes, but I always leave time at the end for questions and answers from the group. Plus I will hang out after to try to answer as many individual questions as I can. This is not a “sales-pitch” for any particular course of action. While doing a short sale is an option for some people, many times my advice is to try something else first, and only look at short sale as a

last resort. I’m just finding there is a lot of confusion out there in the marketplace right now on these topics. So if I can help clear some of the basics for you, I’ll be satisfied. We are limited on space, so you must RSVP through me to make sure you reserve a spot. When you RSVP, I’ll tell you where the seminar will be held. It will NOT be held at my office, so if you show up at my office on March 6th, you will be disappointed! You can call me at the number below, or email me at Brian@ SharpHomesOnline.com to RSVP. I will be doing another of these seminars again in a few months, so if you can’t make this one, email me anyways if you would like me to notify you when the next one gets scheduled. If you have questions on this or any other real estate topic, call me at (925) 240-MOVE (6683). To search the MLS for free and view virtual tours of homes for sale, go to: www.SharpHomesOnline. com. Sharp Realty – Advertisement

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Youth Commission seeks adult advisors The City of Brentwood is currently seeking adults to serve in the volunteer capacity of Adult Advisor for the Brentwood Youth Commission. Applicants must reside in the city limits of Brentwood. The term length is two years, beginning July 1, 2011. The Brentwood Youth Commission is an advisory body to the City Council, dedicated to promoting the youth voice in local government. Founded in 1999, the Youth Commission is made up of 10 students of diverse backgrounds who exhibit a drive to make the community the best possible place for youth. Advisors of the Brentwood Youth Commission will experience a unique opportunity to work with students from all Brentwood middle and high schools, as well as city leaders and staff, and implement policies and pro-

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grams that positively impact the youth of the community. Advisors will mentor the students as they work with them on subcommittees, special projects and meetings, and share their life experiences with commissioners. Applications are available at the City of Brentwood Parks and Recreation Department office or online at www. ci.brentwood. ca.us (click on the link for Youth Commission). Applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday, April 15 to the City of Brentwood Parks and Recreation Department. Applicants are encouraged to observe a Youth Commission meeting at 7 p.m. on either March 2 or April 12 in the City of Brentwood Council Chambers, 101 B Sand Creek Road. For additional information, call the City of Brentwood Parks & Recreation Department at 925-516-5444.

Mr. Panther pride

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omingo “DJ” Morales was crowned Mr. Panther during halftime of last week’s Antioch varsity basketball game against Freedom. Morales, one of six ﬁnalists for the Homecoming King-like position, plans to study kinesiology at San Francisco State University and ultimately serve as a ﬁreman in Chico.

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ioneer Elementary students, from right, Noah Hannen, Dominic Spratto and Jake Smith, wait for the chance to yell “Bingo!” at this year’s Pioneer Bingo Night Fundraiser. The event, which also featured a rafﬂe for prizes such as Teacher Treats and Principal for the Day, was a huge success, raising more than $1,800 for the school’s Parents Club.

Develop a love for fitness and movement by taking a gymnastics class through the Brentwood Parks and Recreation Department. During the six-week program, the staff from Black Diamond Kids Center will teach children coordination, balance, flexibility and kinesthetic awareness through group games and an introduction to basic tumbling, trampoline and the balance beam. Classes are available Thursday afternoons or Saturday mornings for kids 6-12, and Tuesday mornings for kids 3-5 and their parents. Classes begin the week of March 14 and meet at the Black Diamond Kids Center, 2015 Elkins Way. To register, call the Brentwood Parks and Recreation Department at 925-516-5444 or visit www.ci.brentwood.ca.us.

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The community is invited to help raise money for education by recycling ewaste this Saturday, Feb. 26 at The Streets of Brentwood (parking lot east of REI) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Liberty High School Ed Foundation will accept computer monitors, televisions, LCD/LED monitors, plasma TVs, computers, hard drives, computer peripherals, laptops, DVD players, VCRs, printers, scanners, FAX/copy/answering machines, servers, radios, stereos, recorders, phonographs, circuit boards, CD/video/cassettes, CD players, calculators, power supplies, connectors/cables, telecommunications equipment, main frames/peripherals/all consumer electronics and minor appliances. Batteries and light bulbs will not be accepted.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2011

Book bonanza

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Inventor and Deer Valley High School student Jackson Schleder shows off his Ecobottle at his school’s Science Fair.

Ingenious invention Photo by Michelle Weber

athy Green, head librarian at Deer Valley High School, stands with AUSD Trustee Walter Ruehlig at the County Library Commission meeting before a portion of 1,600 gently used books are donated to the school district by the Friends of the Lafayette Library.

Jackson Schleder’s project The Ecobottle took best of show honors at Deer Valley High School’s inaugural Science Fair, sponsored by the Deer Valley Science Research Academy. The Ecobottle is an environmentally friendly 500mL water bottle made of 75 percent plastic, and its unique shape makes it easy to stack for

bulk shipping. Science Fair contestants will be going on to compete in the county Science Fair at Los Medanos College in April. Other winners include Hannah Bartlebaugh – Behavioral; Justin Sin, Richard Chavez and Obioma Onuoha – Biology; Jackson Schleder – Engineering and Math; and Yasamin Haider – Physical.

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rentwood residents are getting a jump start on the season of spring by decorating the yards of their friends and loved ones with brightly colored pink ďŹ&#x201A;amingoes. The effort raises funds in support of the Liberty High School Band. From Feb. 25 to March 28, band members will set up a ďŹ&#x201A;ock of ďŹ&#x201A;amingos in front yards throughout Brentwood. Flocks range from $10 for a small ďŹ&#x201A;ock of 12 ďŹ&#x201A;amingos to $30 for the largest ďŹ&#x201A;ock, which includes 60 ďŹ&#x201A;amingos. For more information, email Liberty Band Director Carey Hurst at hurstc@libertyuhsd.k12.ca.us.

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Small numbers make a big difference Editor: We’ve seen the news. Pittsburg is seeing 50-year lows in crime. Brentwood reported zero homicides last year. Then there is the Antioch story, but no need recounting the grim tale. From both ends, housing boom and bust, Antioch suffered a tailspin that will take years of correction. Perhaps it’s the New Yorker in me that reveled in Rudy Giuliani turning the city around after decades of free-fall. To think, it all started with graffiti and jaywalking. Whatever my affliction of optimism, I hold hopes for Antioch. We boast a new community center, a glistening civic touchstone. We are awaiting Highway 4 widening and eBART. A ferry may soon grace Rivertown, making the Martinez-San Francisco commutes a joy and affording a major spark of downtown revitalization. The pioneering Youth Intervention Network is gaining national prominence and resultsoriented traction. The school district had a 14-point jump in API scores last year and is trail-blazing a career-themed linked pathways program. The City Council seems to be working well together and is law-enforcement and business friendly. Best yet, the everyday people are making a difference. Dennis Jeglum and his volunteer crew are graffiti-fighting tigers. The Neighborhood Cleanup people are magnificent; the Take Back Antioch movement is a blessing. Margaret Meade, in fact, was right: the most powerful force in the world is a few committed people – they can change the world. Chaos breeds chaos; order breeds order. It doesn’t take a lamppost in front of every house to lighten a street. In fact, science tells us that a tiny fraction, about 1 percent, of an iron bar’s atoms aligning sets in motion the move towards magnetizing. The same is true of a light source: approximately1 percent of composite photons aligning is enough to signal a laser effect. We don’t need everybody on board; it’s all about critical mass. It won’t happen

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Preposterous propaganda Editor: On Wednesday morning, Feb. 23, I received a rolled up newspaper. Thinking it was an early edition of the Brentwood Press, I eagerly looked forward to reading the newspaper during breakfast. To my dismay, said “newspaper” was actually a right-wing/Tea Party propaganda piece. A front-page article was titled “Taking a Stance – Should all things be equal?” Said “article” talked about the founding fathers (my first clue this was a Tea Party piece) and how “progressives” only want “socialism” for our country. Said propaganda went on to give examples of equality in American and cited President Lyndon B. Johnson’s using his 1964 Civil Rights Amendment to “his political advantage.” I was so appalled I lost my appetite for breakfast. I called the number on the front of the “newspaper” and informed the recording of my name, gave my address and instructed the “publisher” to never, ever leave his propaganda on my doorstep ever again! I find it very interesting that Tea Partiers always go back to the “Founding Fathers” to cite their ignorance of American History. Strict constitutionalists like the Tea Party are clueless that the Constitution was written for – and meant only for – rich, white landowners. Women had no rights

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Great music in the neighborhood Editor: Sunday afternoon my wife and I attended a digital transmission of a San Francisco Opera Company production of Puccini’s “Tosca.” Checking the opera company’s website, balcony tickets for a Sunday afternoon are $25 to $115. The performance we saw was $10 per ticket and was in downtown Antioch! No, it wasn’t live, but in many ways it was better than live. The San Francisco Opera Company, in concert with private theaters around the country, provides Blu-ray media of a past performance. The performance of “Tosca” that we saw was originally performed in June of 2009. While we watched and listened in Antioch, at the beautifully

restored El Campanil Theatre, others watched at the same time in Rhode Island, Washington and several other states. The digital projection on the large screen, coupled with creative camera angles and close-ups, provided a better view than one would have in a $100 seat in the theater. The sound reproduction was well balanced and true to the original. As an added bonus, English translation was provided at the bottom of the screen. I heartily recommend these performances to anyone who loves opera or loves good music in general. This is also a wonderful way to introduce kids to the world of opera. The next SF Opera production to be aired at the El Campanil on Second Street in Antioch will be on Sunday, March 13 at 2 p.m. The opera will be Puccini’s “La Bohème,” perhaps one of the best known and best loved of Giacomo Puccini’s work. It is a tragic love story set to memorable music, much of which is already familiar. If you’ve not attended either the El Campanil Theatre or great opera performances, may I suggest you set that Sunday afternoon aside to join your junior high or high school kids for a totally different experience! You’ll enjoy it and your kids just might surprise you with their enthusiasm after seeing “La Bohème.” A couple hours together and away from the video games is surely worth the $10 per head … Buck Scholderer Antioch

Supporters hit high note Editor: The Brentwood Concert Band would like to thank you all for the generous donations to the Bruce Stuart Music Fund. The concert on Jan. 22 was attended by a large and enthusiastic audience. Again, thank you! We look forward to seeing you at our Spring Concert on Saturday, April 30 at 2 p.m. in the Allan E. Jones Performing Arts Center on the Liberty High School campus. Sue Stuart and Carey Hurst Conductors, Brentwood Concert Band

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FROM EMERGENCY SERVICES DISPATCH LOGS A subject intending to pick up an arrestee at the Brentwood Police Department jail was discovered to have a no cite warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

A sampling of recent law enforcement activity reported by East County police departments. BRENTWOOD Feb. 10, 5:56 p.m. An unidentified person entered a garage on Autumn Valley Way and stole two motorcycles. The vehicles were recovered by the Antioch Police Department. Feb. 10, 7:06 p.m. A resident of Crescent Drive reported that a firearm was missing from his bedroom. Feb. 10, 9:19 p.m. On Richdale Court, a subject was caught consuming alcohol in the presence of children in violation of a child custody order. Feb. 11, 2:28 a.m. An unidentified person forced entry into a classroom on Second Street and attempted to steal computer equipment. Feb. 11, 6:30 p.m. On Brentwood Boulevard at Applewood Common, a subject stopped for vehicle code violations was found to be under the influence of a central nervous system stimulant and driving with a suspended license. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Feb. 11, 10:43 p.m. On Sand Creek Road, an unidentified person pointed a firearm at another subject during a dispute. Feb. 12, 11:01 a.m. On Grant Street at Brentwood Boulevard, a subject stopped for displaying stolen license plates was found to be driving on a suspended license. He was arrested and released on a Notice To Appear. Feb. 12, 11:20 p.m. On Lone Tree Way at Empire Avenue, a subject stopped for a vehicle code violation was found to be driving on a license suspended for DUI. He was arrested and released on Notice To Appear. Feb. 13, 10:27 a.m. A subject caught prowling in the backyards of several residences on Mesquite Court fled when police arrived and was apprehended after damaging several fences. He was also found to be under the influence of a controlled substance. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Feb. 14, 1:23 a.m. A subject who rear-ended a vehicle parked on Berry Lane was found to be driving under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Feb. 14, 1:04 p.m. Two subjects who attempted to steal merchandise from a business on Lone

LOGS Tree Way were detained by loss-prevention personnel and placed under citizen’s arrest. They were released on Juvenile Affidavits. Feb. 14, 2:23 p.m. A resident of Walnut Boulevard attempted to burn brush on his property without a permit. Feb. 14, 3:15 p.m. An unidentified person entered a vehicle parked on Shady Willow Lane and stole a CD player and GPS unit. Feb. 14, 9:05 p.m. At a business on Brentwood Boulevard, two unidentified subjects stole cash and a bottle of alcohol at gunpoint. Feb. 14, 11:33 p.m. An unidentified person smashed the window of a vehicle parked on Sand Creek Road and stole currency, an iPod and stereo equipment. Feb. 15, 12:04 a.m. Three unidentified subjects took two large pallets of cardboard from the rear parking lot of a business on Sand Creek Road. Feb. 15, 1:20 a.m. On Sand Creek Way at Linden Street, a passenger in a vehicle whose driver was stopped for a vehicle code violation was found in possession of suspected ecstasy. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Feb. 15, 2:55 a.m. A subject intending to pick up an arrestee at the Brentwood Police Department jail was discovered to have a no cite warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Feb. 15, 1:20 a.m. On Sand Creek Way at Linden Street, a passenger in a vehicle whose driver was stopped for a vehicle code violation was found in possession of suspected ecstasy. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Feb. 15, 11 a.m. An unidentified person telephoned a resident of La Fonte Drive and left a threatening message. Feb. 15, 6:37 p.m. On Brentwood Boulevard, two subjects identified as responsible for an armed robbery were arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Feb. 15, 8:16 p.m. An unidentified driver sideswiped a vehicle parked on Poe Court and fled the scene without leaving contact information. Feb. 15, 9:53 p.m. A subject who had attempted to steal a bicycle on Summerwood Drive at Sunlight Drive was apprehended and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Feb. 16, 10 a.m. A resident of Thomas Court

Feb. 15, 2:55 a.m., Brentwood was sent e-mails in violation of a restraining order. Feb. 16, 4:52 p.m. A subject attempting to cash a fraudulent check at a business on Second Street was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Feb. 17, 7:59 a.m. An unidentified person stole a vehicle parked on Shady Willow Lane. Feb. 17, 10:57 a.m. An unidentified person used the identity of a resident of Brentwood Boulevard to open an account with cable provider. Feb. 17, 11:52 a.m. Damage believed to be bullet holes were found on an unoccupied construction truck in a developing neighborhood on Sacred Mountain Lane. Feb. 17, 2:24 p.m. An unidentified person stole jewelry during a party on Pajarito Court. To view the Brentwood Police Department’s public logs on the city’s Web site, visit www.ci.brentwood.ca.us/department/pd/reports/index.cfm. OAKLEY Feb. 7 – On Bridgehead Road at Main Street, a subject was found in possession of dangerous drugs. Feb. 7 – On Carol Lane at Main Street, a subject was found in violation of probation. Feb. 7 – A vehicle accident with injuries occurred on the 1100 block of Laurel Road. Feb. 7 – A vehicle was towed from the 300 block of Stony Hill Circle. Feb. 7 – On Bridgehead Road at Main Street, a subject was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. Feb. 7 – Domestic violence with injury to a spouse occurred on the 5000 block of Montevino Way. Feb. 7 – A residence on the 3000 block of Anderson Lane was burglarized. Feb. 7 – Credit card fraud was reported on the 100 block of Carol Lane. Feb. 7 – A weapon was brought on to school grounds on the 1000 block of Neroly Road. Feb. 8 – A subject was found in violation of probation on Empire Avenue at Truman Lane. Feb. 8 – A subject was arrested for DUI on East Cypress Road at Main Street. Feb. 8 – Domestic battery occurred on the 4300 block of Beechnut Lane. Feb. 8 – A residence on the 4000 block of

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History Mystery goes farming for answers This month’s History Mystery postcard is an unsent, real photo postcard (RPP), gelatin (silver) print, divided back card featuring a team of four horses pulling what appears to be a grain wagon. Four men pose atop the crop, and across the image are inscribed the words “No. 14 Balfour Guthrie Warehouse Brentwood CAL.” There are a few physical clues to help date the card. “CAL” was the preferred USPO abbreviation for California from 1873 to 1943. USPO approved the use of divided-back cards, which provide a space for both address and message, on March 1, 1907. The postcard stock indicates that the paper is Kodak professional AZO paper, as identified by the stamp box design manufactured from 1904 to 1918. But this is where the trail goes cold. For this month’s mystery, readers are asked to identify the men featured in the photograph. They might be the great-grandparents or grandparents of those still living in the area. The Delta was a major grain growing area in the United States from the 1870s through 1910s, exceeding exports from New Orleans in some years. The warehouse with covered dock (between the two horse teams) is a huge wooden structure. Can anyone shed some light on its location, dimensions, years of use, blueprints, or other items of note pertaining to its use? Also, this card is numbered “No. 14,” so where are cards 1 through 13? Itinerant photographers with a mobile darkroom wagon were common prior to the affordability and popularity of Kodak cameras in the 1910s. The professional photographer would arrive at a location, shoot the image, and print on postcard stock for

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Brentwood Councilman Steve Barr and Liberty student Leo Colbert discuss the ins and outs of local government during the fourth annual Youth in Government program.

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The Brentwood City Council chambers buzzed with youthful energy this week as high school students were invited to take an inside peek at how the city functions. As part of the fourth annual Youth in Government program, co-sponsored by the Brentwood Lions Club, 31 students from Liberty and Heritage high schools spent a day away from the classroom to learn the nuts and bolts of what makes Brentwood run smoothly. Each student was paired with a city staff member or Brentwood council member, and spent an afternoon learning what it takes to run a municipality properly. According to Lions Club event coordinator Fred Ginsler, the Youth in Government program offers a unique opportunity for high school students to broaden their horizons and give them a better understanding a civic government. “Students don’t learn much about how governments operate on a local level,” Ginsler said. “They learn about state and federal governments, but there isn’t a lot of instruction about how their hometown works. The Lions Club tries to identify needs within the community, and we thought this would be a beneficial program for our youngest residents.” Prior to meeting with their mentors, the students took a tour of Brentwood, going behind the scenes at the Brentwood Police Department and the Brentwood Public Works Wastewater Treatment Plan. “From what I saw today, I might actually pursue a career in city government,” said Heritage student Gio Gajudo, who shadowed Brentwood Street Manager Jim Gallegos and got to see firsthand how city streets are maintained and repaired. “It seems like a great way to give back to the community.” Heritage government teacher Michelle Lynch believes the Youth in Government program allows students to further understand government procedures while gaining an appreciation of how their city operates. “As an educator, I believe Youth in Government is an important opportunity

for students to see not only how local government is structured and run, but various departments and what they do to keep Brentwood a safe and growing city,” Lynch said. “Since the California State Standards set for 12th-grade American Government focus on the federal government, programs like Youth in Government are very important in teaching students about local governments and how they work – and that it is an accessible form of government.” Likewise, Liberty government teacher Gina Capelli said the program allows students to realize that the people running the city are regular people, and to learn what it means to be passionate about the community. While the students might not pursue a career in local government, said Capelli, the Youth in Government opportunity gives them a better understanding of how city staff plays an essential role in their lives. Councilman Eric Stonebarger found it fulfilling to meet the students and see them interact with city staff. “This program allows us to get to know students from Heritage and Liberty,” said Stonebarger at Tuesday’s council meeting, at which the students sat with their mentors to get a better view of how meetings work. “The goals they have now are far beyond what I had when I was their age, and it’s neat to see.” For Heritage student Matthew Strauss, the program has solidified his desire to pursue a career in government. Strauss, chairman of the city’s youth commission, shadowed City Attorney Damien Brower to get a better idea of the range of opportunities available in the legal field. Based on his experiences Tuesday, he’s looking forward to demonstrating what he learned at next week’s mock council session, in which the students will run their own meeting to put their newly acquired knowledge to use. “While I’m not entirely sure of the specific career path yet,” Strauss said, “through my work with the City of Brentwood and programs like Youth in Government, I know that civic service is where I belong and where I can use my leadership characteristics and education to make a positive impact on society.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Allergy season alert by Marla Luckhardt Springtime in East County, despite its beauty, has its downside – allergy season. Those itchy, runny eyes can feel just awful. At the first twinge, I know I’m in for an emotional four-month meltdown. Living in this area is a blessing. The beautiful trees and warm breezes coupled with the blossoming fruit is candy for the eyes and nose. It’s also a warning for those of us who suffer from hay fever or seasonal allergies. A friend in Arizona sent me a product called Ultra Plan AL-10 Plus. It’s a natural combination of grape seed and butterbur mixed with ingredients such as echinacea, parsley, mullein and goldenseal, and can help build up the immune system before the allergy season starts. I tried it last year, and my allergies were at least 70 percent less awful than the year before. I checked with my doctor and was assured it was safe, but you should check with yours as well. I had a hard time finding the product here in California but was able to find it online. According to my doctor, over-the-counter allergy relief products have pretty much the same effect as prescription allergy medicines, and each affect various symptoms. Antihistamines such as Chlortrimeton, Claritin, Alvavert and Zyrtec are designed for itchy scratchy throat, runny itchy nose and itchy eyes. They’re not decongestants and won’t relieve a stuffy nose. On the other hand, decongestants such as Sudafed don’t relieve

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John Muir Health Fair this weekend John Muir Medical Center specialists, pediatricians and local health and wellness providers will be on hand at the John Muir Health Festival this Saturday, Feb. 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Outpatient Center at 2400 Balfour Road. The free, indoor event offers a series of half-hour talks on a variety of subjects and includes helpful health information, free health screenings and healthy living activities. In addition to the pediatric staff, other John Muir Health physicians will be on hand to host informative chats about controversial weight loss, talking to your kids, and the right type of preventive screenings.

The event also features live music, fun activities for the kids and free healthy treats. Children are invited to bring their teddy bears in for a check-up by John Muir pediatrians, and the first 200 children (10 and under) will receive a free teddy bear and photo. Appointments for health screenings such as cholesterol, glucose and memory screening can be made by calling 925-3088050. The half-hour talks from John Muir Health Specialists will be held as follows: 9-9:30 a.m.: “Medicare Basics” Scan Health Plan. 9:30-10 a.m.: “Breast Cancer Screening

Guidelines: Current Recommendation” by Dr. Deborah Kerlin. 10-10:30 a.m.: “Screening for Prostate Cancer – The Controversy Continues” by Dr. Kenneth Hsiao. 10:30-11 a.m.: “Weight Loss Surgery: Is it Right For You?” by R.N. Anne Timberlake. 11-11:30 a.m.: “How To Talk to Your Kids So They Will Listen” by Gabriel Welcher of the Parent Project. 11:30 a.m.-noon: “Preventing Heart Disease” by Dr. Kristen Batten. For more information, call 925-3088050.

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Staff Sgt. Rudolph Juarez of Antioch studies Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training recently at Contingency Operating Base Adder, Iraq.

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Soldiers study suicide prevention in Iraq Photo by Angelo Garcia, Jr.

orecasters say there might be snow at sea level this weekend, which seems a strange time for these almond trees to put on their springtime regalia. Angelo Garcia, Jr. made this picture last weekend on an excursion that netted shots of ﬂowers bursting forth in one direction, and the snow-capped peaks of Mt. Diablo in the other.

Dancer from page 4A Koch said the Joffrey School of Ballet is one of the most prestigious schools in the country, and expects Jasmine will learn a lot in her two-week program, which accepts dancers between the ages of 12 and 21. Students of the program will get the opportunity to work with master teachers from around the world. While in New York, Jasmine will be in the company of a full-time chaperone, but

the prospect of sending her baby across the country is something Natalie is still coming to terms with. “Even if we were sending her to a camp in Santa Cruz, I’d be nervous,” Natalie said. “She’ll be living in an apartment with other girls her age, taking the subway – it’s all so crazy. I can’t believe it. I’m a mom. I can’t help but be nervous for her, but this is a wonderful opportunity, and I’m so excited for her.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

by Staff Sgt. Arthur Taradejna U.S. Army An Antioch resident’s unit in Iraq is among those receiving training aimed at stemming the record number of suicides by American troops. Last year, for the second year in a row, the U.S. military lost more troops to suicide than to combat in Iraq and Afghanistan. In response, the Army is ramping up anti-suicide education efforts. In January, soldiers with the headquarters company of the 749th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion completed Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training at Contingency Operating Base Adder, Iraq. “The training goes beyond the suicide prevention training all soldiers receive by providing a structured model to work with in achieving a successful intervention process,”

said Staff Sgt. Rudolph Juarez, an Antioch resident and motor pool non-commissioned officer with the 749th. Juarez, on his second deployment, has been with the 749th for three years. He said the training is valuable for leaders at all levels and considers it a privilege to be able to get this training in a war zone. The training covers the entire process of how to prevent suicide by studying the actions, thoughts, feelings, events and physical aspects that can contribute to a soldier’s suicidal thoughts. Spc. Tommy Williams, a signal support systems specialist with the 749th CSSB, also attended the training. “I liked the role-playing in the class, where we role-played different scenarios,” he said. “I don’t wish for anyone to be in this situation, but I’m now more comfortable in being able to help soldiers through this difficult period in their lives.”

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Lions season ends in playoff heartbreak by Michael Dixon Correspondent Despite laying claim to the game’s two top scorers, Liberty High’s girls basketball team ended its season Tuesday in a 50-49 firstround loss to the visiting Foothill Falcons in the North Coast Section playoffs. Junior center Bernadette Fong scored 23 and sophomore forward Gabrielle Freeman 12 to lead the Liberty attack. Junior point guard Maddie Craig led Foothill in scoring with 10. Leading by one point with nine seconds remaining in the game, the Falcons inbounded the ball. Their guards moved the ball around, avoiding the Liberty players trying to foul. Eventually the foul was committed but with just over three seconds on the clock. Foothill junior guard Megan Clark missed the front end of one-in-one free throws and Fong grabbed the rebound, but Liberty had no timeouts left. When Fong’s outlet pass to Freeman was deflected, the game was over. “It was a tough loss,” said head coach Debbi Weil. “It was a tough loss because the kids played so hard all season and I don’t think we played to our full potential tonight. But overall, we have eight kids coming back, but I will really miss the seniors.” Tuesday’s game was the last game at Liberty for seniors Gabby Worley, Samantha Simpkins, Ally Mackenzie and an injured Jessi Zahn. While the game was close all the way

through, the Lions led for most of the contest. Foothill enjoyed a two-point lead after three quarters but Liberty quickly got that back and led by as many as five in the final quarter. The difference in the game came down to balance. Only four Lions put points on the board compared to the Falcons’ 10. Liberty’s season ends with a record of 16-10, 6-4 in Bay Valley Athletic League play. After going 2-3 in the first half of league play, the Lions responded with a 4-1 mark in the second half, losing only their season finale to league champion Deer Valley. “I’ve been coaching for a lot of years, and this team is a very special team,” said Weil. “We had some height but we didn’t have that 6-4 girl anymore. They came together as a team. They’re a great group, even when I got frustrated; it was hard to get mad at them. My heart breaks more than they’ll ever know for this loss tonight.” Deer Valley 73, Irvington 38 Visiting Irvington started Tuesday’s game with a lead, but finished on the business end of a Deer Valley rout. The third-seeded Wolverines went on a 13-2 run to end the first quarter and never looked back, winning 7338. “We played hard, had a little slow start, but I thought we got it together,” head coach Mark Anger said. “We have to force turnovers and we have to force tempo, and that’s what we did.” Senior guard Raven Fox, who will play for Fresno State next year, scored a team-high

22 points. Sophomore guard Sabrea Coleman, coming off the bench, added 17 more for Deer Valley, which will face No. 6 seed Monte Vista at home on Friday. The Mustangs beat Heritage 49-41 to advance to the next round. It was never much of a game. The Wolverines pulled out to a 35-19 lead by halftime and finished the third quarter up 56-28. In the fourth quarter, Deer Valley’s reserves outscored the Vikings’ seniors. Anger prided his team on capitalizing on turnovers and mistakes, something they’ve been working on all season long. Fox credited the defense for taking Irvington out of the game early. “We want to be able to capitalize every time and get a possession out of our press,” Fox said. “It’s not easy, but it’s a good thing.” The Vikings were led by Michelle Lee’s 14 points. Nicole Ho scored 11 more for 14thseeded Irvington, which finished its season 13-13. Monte Vista 49, Heritage 41 Heritage saw its surprising season come to an end Tuesday night in a 49-41 loss to East Bay Athletic League foe Monte Vista in the first round of the NCS playoffs. Senior guard Jenny Cyganowski and sophomore center Sabrina Engelstad each scored nine points. The 11th-seeded Patriots at one point looked to challenge the Wolverines for Bay Valley Athletic League supremacy, but that dream must wait another year. Its roster full

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Liberty’s Gabrielle Freeman tries to put up a shot, defended by Ashley Gustafson of Foothill. of sophomores, Heritage will look to use the experience to build off of this year’s playoff push. The Patriots finished their season 17-9. Staff Writer Justin Lafferty contributed to this story.

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Handle from page 21A dislocated shoulder, added 12. Head coach John Woolery was happy with the victory, but he’d like to see a more steady play against Castro Valley on Friday. “We weren’t very consistent, but a win’s a win; we move on,” Woolery said. “I think we played hard.” The Panthers (16-11) jumped out to a 21-16 lead in the first quarter and never trailed. Senior forward Logan Ryan led the Falcons with 14 points. Junior forward John Daily put 11 more on the scoreboard. Antioch advances to face No. 1 seed Castro Valley on the road on Friday. The Trojans (25-1) earned a bye in the first round and haven’t lost since Dec. 18, when Berkeley came away with a 70-68 win.

San Leandro 69, Heritage 67 A buzzer-beater from inside the free throw line by San Leandro’s Hameed Ali sent Heritage home with a 69-67 loss on Tuesday. Patriots head coach Pat Cruickshank felt his players gave it their all, but a defensive lapse at the end made the difference. Senior guard Dorian Hardy and senior forward Xavier Watson led the team with 17 points each. “They competed all night, from the opening tip to the end, and showed a lot of heart, a lot of desire,” Cruickshank said. “I can’t fault the effort that we put out.” Ali took the ball with less than four seconds left, pulled up around the top of

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the key and nailed the shot. Heritage, seeded 10th, finished its season 16-10. The No. 7 seed Pirates (16-11) advance to face No. 2 De La Salle.

Newark Memorial 63, Freedom 38 Freedom’s successful season ended on Tuesday night with a 63-38 rout by Newark Memorial in the first round of the NCS playoffs. Falcons (15-11) head coach Drew Torres said he liked the way his team played in the first half, but things fell apart in the final two quarters. Meanwhile, the fourthseeded Cougars excelled in that time period. “Second half, we kind of lost our composure,” Torres said. “Newark played really well defensively and they shot really well in that second half.” Senior guard Andrew Garner led Freedom with 12 points. Sophomore guard James O’Neal added eight more. Senior forward Kendall Andrews paced Newark Memorial with 23 points. The Cougars (21-6) play fifth-seeded Berkeley on Friday. According to Torres, the loss will be a motivating factor for the returning players, who are hungry for a playoff win. He also feels that the seniors should hold their heads high. “This senior class made the playoffs three years in a row and they were the first that really turned our team around,” Torres said. “It’ll be a good experience for our younger guys to improve for next season.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Heritage makes soccer playoff push by Justin Lafferty Staff Writer

Heritage High senior midfielder Mikayla Griggs was determined to help her team win its first North Coast Section playoff game this year, but she didn’t stop there. After scoring both goals in a 2-1 first-round overtime victory over Berkeley, Griggs again accounted for all of the Patriots’ offense in a 2-1 win last week over third-seeded Castro Valley. Down 1-0 to the Trojans in the second half, Griggs scored two goals to put Heritage over the top. “They’re excited, but at the same time, they’re also focused,” Patriots head coach Randy James said. “They feel a continued responsibility to perform rather than the ‘We’re just happy to be here’ thing.” The victory over Castro Valley earned Heritage, the No. 6 seed in the tournament, a game with second-seeded San Ramon Valley, a tough East Bay Athletic League foe. It was an overtime goal by Griggs that led the Patriots to the second round in a 2-1 victory over Berkeley in the first round of the playoffs. The goal was Griggs’ second of the game, the first coming shortly before the final whistle of regulation. Both were assisted by sophomore forward Jamie Barron. “Mikayla was determined not to lose,” James said. “She wanted to win and that’s the best way to put it.” Berkeley led 1-0 at halftime on the strength of a goal by freshman Farah Otero-Amad.

Rule from page 21A by three individual champions. Freedom’s Zack Wiley (130) and Gabe Tulchinsky (171) each won major decisions in their respective matches, while Roman Garcia hung on to defeat Liberty’s Jacob Thompson-Zanarini in one of the most entertaining matches of the evening at 119 pounds. Garcia built a 5-0 lead in the match, only to see a furious comeback by Thompson-Zanarini make it 6-5 in the third round. When Thompson-Zanarini attempted to throw Garcia with a head-and-arm combina-

After Heritage’s one-and-done showing last season, this was the first playoff win for the program in its brief varsity history. Clayton Valley 2, Liberty 1 Seventh-seeded Liberty, the Bay Valley Athletic League runner-up, suffered a 2-1 first-round loss to Diablo Valley Athletic League foe Clayton Valley, the No. 10 seed in the tournament. Monte Vista 3, Freedom 1 Freedom’s season ended in a 3-1 loss to Monte Vista in the first round of the NCS playoffs. The Mustangs held a 2-0 lead at halftime on goals by senior Jamie O’Donnell and freshman Melissa Lewis. Senior Sami Schrakamp scored a third goal for Monte Vista at the 52-minute mark. Junior midfielder Catherine Carter scored the lone Falcons goal at 62 minutes. Senior goalkeeper Jessica Deno was credited with 12 saves.

Boys soccer Richmond 1, Deer Valley 0 BVAL champion Deer Valley saw its impressive season come to an end Wednesday night in a 1-0 loss to No. 14 seed Richmond in the first round of the playoffs. The Wolverines, seeded third, went 12-2-6 in the regular season. Berkeley 5, Pittsburg 2 Pittsburg was no match for Berkeley’s offense, as the Pirates fell to the Yellowjackets 5-2 in the NCS playoffs’ first round. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

tion, the move that had started the comeback, Garcia was able to instead get the takedown from behind, ensuring the 8-6 victory after allowing a final escape in the waning seconds. All three Falcons champions will look to make noise this weekend, as all of them proved worthy of top-three seeds in the section championships. Wiley earned an additional honor: the prestigious Martin Oliveri-Clyde Forrest Award for outstanding wrestler in all facets, incorporating sportsmanship, community service, academics and athletic ability. It was in the middle-to-heavyweight classes where the Panthers were able to put

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Berkeley’s Chine Parenteau and Heritage’s Ari Gordon battle for the ball in ﬁrst-round playoff action.

their stamp on the league meet. Joe Baynes picked up a pin in the championship match at 140 pounds, while Luke Hudson (160) and Kyle Clark (215) both continued seasons of dominance with first-round pins. Clark is the top seed for this weekend’s championships, while Hudson and Baynes are seeded in the top three. Pittsburg also claimed multiple titles during the finals on their way to a fourth-place team finish. Kenneth Nelson won a close 8-7 decision over Liberty’s Zach Hanson in the 189-pound final, while Caesar Garcia pinned defending league champion Tyler Blank of Liberty in the 285-pound

matchup. Garcia also earned a seed for this weekend. Heritage picked up one champion, as Clayton Hambrick earned a major decision victory over the Lions’ Kevin Milner at 152 pounds. Hambrick is the third seed in the NCS. Deer Valley placed one wrestler in the finals, as sophomore Elijah Iakopo faced Clark in the 215-pound final. This weekend’s NCS Championships will be held on Friday and Saturday at Newark Memorial High School. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Gold in the redwoods t the annual Rumble in the Redwoods, a traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament held earlier this month in Aptos, Brentwood-based Crosley Gracie Academy ďŹ elded two athletes in the adult division. Paco Ramirez and Ryan Yarrish fought perfectly and won both their weight division and the open-weight class division in the Novice and Intermediate categories, respectively. Each fought ďŹ ve times and brought home to Brentwood a huge trophy. The Academy was also well represented by the kids team, which earned four gold, four silver and three bronze medals.

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Strauss picks Navy

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eritage High offensive lineman Will Strauss recently signed his letter of intent to play football for the United States Naval Academy. Strauss, a second-team All-Bay Valley Athletic League selection, was a member of an outstanding offensive line for a Patriots team that rushed for 332.2 yards per game this past season.

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Falcons hope to continue winning ways by Michael Dixon Correspondent For the last decade, fans of Bay Valley Athletic League softball have gotten accustomed to one thing: the Freedom Falcons will finish the season on top of the league and make a deep playoff run. But since only a few players return to their same positions this season, head coach Jeff Jonas expects this season to be much tougher. Senior Katie Wood moves from the outfield to replace Sarah Osborn at second base, and junior Brianna Simpson switches from the outfield to third base, replacing Jackie Zapeda. The outfield is anchored by the returning centerfielder, senior Malena Padilla. Much of the Falcons’ success depends on the right arm of sophomore pitcher Madison Williams, who with sophomore catcher Niki Kaleailii gives the Falcons a young but experienced battery to build around. Williams is the third in line of star pitchers her family has produced, following older sisters Amanda and Hannah. “Madison is going to have to step up,” said Jonas of his star pitcher. “She’s going to have to be better than she was last year – and she was pretty good last year. But she’ll have to carry more of the burden. Last year we played to support her.” Heritage Despite the Falcons’ recent success, Jonas doesn’t label his team as league favorites. He confers that title on Heritage, and only

Freedom will rely on sophomore pitcher Madison Williams in the team’s quest to make another run to the North Coast Section playoffs.

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marginally less on Antioch. Patriots head coach Ron Rivers doesn’t quite agree with that assessment. “Until someone beats them and knocks them off, that’s who the favorite is,” said Rivers. “I think we have a good shot. We have a lot of good girls that are actually working harder than they were last year.” According to Rivers, a tough preseason schedule will help prepare the Patriots for a tough league. Heritage will lose only two seniors from last season’s NCS semifinal team. Those two players, however, are the starting centerfielder and shortstop, leaving the team with uncertainty at two important positions. Despite that, things look promising for the Patriots, which return four all-league players, including starting pitcher Lisa Rodrigues. Also returning is sophomore first baseman Ali Ramirez, who hit cleanup as

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a freshman. Junior utility player Marissa Ortiz and sophomore catcher Malia Rivers are other returning players expected to help spark the Patriot attack. Antioch The Panthers’ new coach, Brook Russo, takes over a strong team that returns its entire infield and battery. The Panthers’ most important returning player might be pitcher Paris Imholz, who signed a letter of intent to Bowling Green State in the fall. Another college-bound player who figures to be a key to Antioch’s success third baseman Stephanie Mathias, bound for Weber State. Imholz will throw to senior catcher Shannon West. Another important cog in the Panthers’ season will be their second baseman, junior Nicollette Redfearn. “We’re looking pretty good,” he said.

“We have a lot of good returners and a veteran on the mound. But Heritage and Freedom both have returning players, too. So it will be tough.” Deer Valley Deer Valley earned a surprising and convincing 7-3 late-season victory over Heritage that essentially knocked the Patriots out of league title contention. The Wolverines were also buoyed by two close losses to Freedom that showed that on any given day, they can play with anyone. Deer Valley also will be a more experienced group, as last year’s squad fielded only three seniors. Liberty Liberty enjoyed similar success to the Wolverines last season. A late-season 3-2 win at Antioch, coupled with the Wolverines’ win over Heritage, all but handed another league title to the Falcons. The Lions were a little less fortunate in the other games, however, going only 4-11. Included in that was a 7-5 loss to Pittsburg in the game immediately following the win against the Panthers. Liberty’s loss to the Pirates gave Pittsburg its only league win. Like Deer Valley, the Lions graduated only three players from last season. A key returning is junior Victoria Bradshaw, the Lions’ primary starting pitcher in 2010 and their leadoff hitter, batting at a .300 clip. Pittsburg The Pirates are trying to bounce back from a season where they went 3-15 with a 1-13 record against BVAL opponents. For the full story, visit www.thepress.net.

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he Diablo Football Program is launching a youth ﬂag football league in Oakley. The league is a 10-game program designed for boys and girls between the ages of four and 14. The Diablo Football Program offers four separate seasons: winter, spring, summer and fall. The typical team size is between eight to 10 children with games on Saturdays. Parents interested in signing up their children to play in the new league can do so at www.diablofootball.com.

Freedom Freedom, the 2009 North Coast Section champion, will rely on a young squad in hopes of returning to the playoffs. The Falcons’ top pitcher will be junior Joe Navilhon, who went 4-7 with a 2.28 ERA last year. Behind him is sophomore Dante Mayes, who joined Navilhon as a secondteam all-BVAL selection. Offensively, manager Gary Alexander likes his line-up, featuring Joe Olmos and Joe Starrick, who merited honorable mention on the all-league team last season. Senior catcher Alex Morrow, who hit .302 last season, will share backstop duties with junior Scott Harris, a transfer from Heritage. The Falcons are looking for contributions from newcomers such as sophomore utility player Brian Wargo, sophomore shortstop Miguel Carvajal and senior shortstop Connor Nasty.

Antioch Antioch should field a strong offense, but it’s too early to tell how the pitching will hold up. The Panthers lost nearly their entire pitching staff to graduation. Manager Ben Juarez hopes for continued improvement from senior first baseman Sean Smith, who hit .338 last season. Senior third baseman Billy Cloninger, junior outfielder Ronny Brohman and junior catcher Anthony Borrelli will also anchor the offense. On the mound, the Panthers will likely

count on junior pitcher Joe Chatham. Newcomers such as Logan Crump, a sophomore infielder and pitcher, plus sophomore outfielder Larry Larson, could also see lots of playing time.

Liberty First-year manager Seth Wheelock, who was a varsity assistant for Antioch for the past six years, hopes to move Liberty up in the BVAL rankings with plenty of elbow grease. Wheelock said he’s not focused on results right now, but getting players to come together and put in solid practices. The Lions’ strength appears to be pitching, led by senior righty Zach Auer, who battled through injuries last season but should be back strong. Liberty is also looking for solid innings out of senior Luke Scocca. Up from the JV squad, junior Steven Zaharias and sophomore Jordan Graves could also contribute on the mound. “He got a lot of experience last year,” Wheelock said of Scocca, “and he’s come back significantly stronger than he was last year.” The offense will be paced by senior catcher Caleb Salas and senior outfielder Will George, who hit .348 in 20 games last season.

Pittsburg Pittsburg also has a new man at the helm. Bob Ott takes over as manager of a Pirates squad that finished last in the BVAL last season. But Ott feels the team should be more competitive this year. “I think we have enough good athletes at our school that we should be able to put out a competitive team every year,” he said. Senior pitchers Alex Escajeda and Nick Valle will anchor the staff. They’ll throw to Cris Borromeo, who earned first-team allBVAL honors last season, hitting for a .354 average. Senior outfielder Max Gonzalez will also be a factor. Ott sees good things from senior utility player Tre Daniels as well as junior infielder Lorenzo Sandoval and junior utility player Jacob Eartzi. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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quet regarded Vistalli as one of the team’s better hitters and likely the top starting pitcher. “We’ve got a lot of returning guys who can hit,” Luquet said. “If the pitchers develop, we could be very good.” Deer Valley will also rely on junior pitchers Ricky Delgado and Jacob Peters. Luquet said that Delgado, who throws a low-90s fastball, could get drafted out of high school. The Wolverines could see key contributions from speedy sophomore center fielder Marcus Wise and senior right fielder Jake Walker, whom Luquet said has been the most improved player this year.

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OBITUARIES Donald Raymond Smith June 24, 1933-Feb. 9, 2011 Fo r m e r B re n t wo o d resident Donald Raymond Smith, 77, succumbed to bile duct and liver cancer after an arduous struggle. He took tremendous comfort in his unshakeable faith during this difficult time. Donald, one of four children, was born in Chicago and attended private schools in that city. He earned a physics degree from DePaul University and was a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army Signal Corps. He also served in the U.S. Army Reserves. Donald moved his family to California and raised his family in Sunnyvale. His career included engineering, technical writing and owning small businesses. He and his wife moved to Brentwood in 2001. Donald

coached several sports and served as a scoutmaster in the Boy Scouts of America, holding numerous leadership roles. His personal interests included hiking, backpacking, time spent with his grandchildren, and church activities. Donald would bring the sacrament of Communion to the sick in the hospital. He managed Brentwood’s Tribute to the Troops display at local restaurants and was proud of his 30-year involvement in the Respect Life Ministry. He recently worked to have a special Respect Life prayer said at each Catholic mass. Donald is survived by his wife of more than 51 years, Mary Ann V. Smith. He is also survived by his children: Michael of Oakland, Thomas of San Jose, James of Baton Rouge, La., William of Vallejo and Kathleen Cervone of Windsor. Also surviving are grandchildren Oliver and Henry Smith, Cameron and Joseph Cervone, and Harrison and Lucy Smith. Friends and family attended a Visitation on Monday, Feb. 14 at the Brentwood Funeral Home, followed by a Rosary. The funeral service in celebration of Donald’s life was held Tuesday, Feb. 15 at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Brentwood. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Birthright of Brentwood.

Jack H. Smethers Oct. 26, 1955-Feb. 17, 2011 Beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend, Jack passed away with loved ones by his side after a c o u r ag e o u s year-long battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by parents Jack and Pauline Smethers of Antioch. He is survived by his wife and friend of 24 years, Laura of Oakley; sons, Jack V. of Phoenix, Ariz., Jason G. of Oakley; Pfc. Jon B., serving in South Korea; his beloved granddaughter, Jyntry M., and her mother, Margaret Quintana of Oakley; sister, Judy Wadkins (John) of Antioch; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Jack and Phyllis Gillespie of Portola; sister-in-law, Roberta Simmonds (Robert) of Antioch; brother-

in-law, Michael Gillespie (Sheila Brummett) of Discovery Bay; two nieces and five nephews; aunt; cousins; lifelong friend Wayne Poindexter (Karen) of Antioch; and his many wonderful friends from around all his campfires. A lifelong resident of East Contra Costa and graduate of Antioch High School, Jack retired from USS Possco after 35 years. He loved camping with family and friends and was the “Camp Host,” prepared with everything anyone needed. Jack also loved the many years he was involved with the Antioch Racetrack, driving his beloved green Ford Push-Truck, staying at home watching NASCAR Races with Laura, and time with their dogs, Scarlet and Abby. A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, Feb. 26 at 11 a.m. at Family Worship Center, 161 Sand Creek Road in Brentwood. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the following organizations: American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter, 85 Second St., San Francisco, CA 94105 or www.bayarearedcross.org; or Kaiser Martinez Hospice, 200 Muir Road, Martinez, CA 94553.

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City staff helps with give-backs, elbow grease by Justin Lafferty Staff Writer While two key Antioch officials have agreed to continue their own salary reductions to help keep the budget afloat, Antioch cops gave their time and elbow grease recently to raise some cash to benefit a charitable cause. At Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, City Manager Jim Jakel and City Attorney Lynn Tracy Nerland agreed to continue to cut their salaries by 10 percent and pay more into their retirement funds. Jakel and Nerland agreed to these concessions in 2009 as a way to relieve the city’s budget woes. The two also waived their cost-of-living agreements in that year, which carried over into Tuesday’s decision. According to the staff report accompanying the City Council agenda, as of 2008, Jakel’s annual salary was $210,120

and Nerland’s was $185,400. “Everyone has been forced to make concessions and sacrifices in order to get us through this critical period,” Nerland wrote in an e-mail. “The majority of City unions/represented groups have given back salary increases promised when times were better, taken salary cuts or been furloughed, and agreed to make increasingly higher pension contributions over the next 2-4 years.” The consent calendar item was passed unanimously. City Councilman Brian Kalinowski publicly thanked Jakel and Nerland for doing their part as the city endures tough economic times. Mayor Jim Davis felt that continuing to cut 10 percent of their salary shows how much they care about Antioch. “I think it’s a significant gesture on their part, demonstrating their commitment to the city of Antioch,” Davis said.

Help from page 1A who believe the association is illegal and should be disbanded. CSD President Kevin Graves, while sympathizing with the frustrations of the homeowners, said the issue was beyond the purview of the CSD, which is responsible for the town’s water, sewer, landscaping and recreational needs. “As a member of an HOA in Discovery Bay I understand the dynamics,” said Graves. “And I empathize with the challenges of keeping a large, diverse group of people moving in the same direction. But unfortunately this is far outside the jurisdiction of the town’s directors.” Local resident Frank Visitin, a vocal opponent of the DBPOA board, was also at the CSD meeting. “I appreciate those who attended, those who spoke, and the CSD for listening,” said Visitin in an e-mail to The Press. “That said, two CSD members attended the DBPOA’s meeting on Feb. 18 and volunteered to be Inspectors of Election for the upcoming recall vote. I have more confidence now that it will be conducted legally.” CSD directors Chris Steele and Ray Tetreault are the two members who volunteered to count ballots for the DBPOA recall election in April. Both directors live within the DBPOA’s jurisdictional boundaries and are volunteering as residents, not representatives of the town. “There’s no conflict with their participating in the election count,” said Discovery Bay

“We all are very supportive and thankful for what they are doing.” The city will host a discussion of ways to improve its finances at Saturday’s Quality of Community forum, held at Deer Valley High School at 9 a.m. As Nerland noted, other agencies have made concessions in order for the city to keep running. Talks are ongoing between Antioch and the city’s police officers association. Earlier this year, the Antioch Police Officers Association agreed to keep concessions in place to delay the layoff of seven cops until March 1. Originally, the officers were slated to be laid off on Jan. 2, but negotiations succeeded in delaying that action. According to Davis, both sides are still actively talking and a final decision should be coming up soon. The mayor said the parties might have something to announce at the March 8 City Council

General Manager Rick Howard. “They will be there as individual homeowners, not CSD directors.” According to Ward Messersmith, a member of the DBPOA board, the association welcomes the additional help. “Two gentlemen who are on the CSD board did attend (the Feb. 18 meeting) and volunteered to count the recall election ballots,” said Messersmith. “We hope to provide them with some valuable guidance from our previous election chairman. The association has also hired an attorney to oversee the election process.” The DBPOA was established in 1973 shortly after the construction of Discovery Bay began. Its primary goal is to ensure that residents’ properties are kept up, that vehicles are parked in the proper locations, trash is contained and that residents are kept apprised of upcoming events and provided with local information by means of a newsletter and website postings. But many feel that because residents share no common area within the boundaries of the DBPOA, they are not subject to the association’s bylaws. And despite the CSD’s inability to intervene in the ongoing battle between the DBPOA and some of its members, Steele appreciated member’s presence at the CSD meeting. “It was good that the community reached out to the board,” said Steele. “And I wish them the best.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

meeting, but declined to be more specific. As Antioch officials continue to struggle with finances, members of the police department kicked in to help raise cash for another cause, the Special Olympics. On Feb. 17, they teamed up with a Special Olympics athlete and her mother to benefit the games, raising $1,686 working as celebrity waiters at a Tip-A-Cop event held at Chili’s on Lone Tree Way. “The outpouring of support during these difficult economic times is a testament to the caring and nurturing nature of our community,” Capt. Stephen McConnell wrote in an e-mail. “The amount of money donated this year exceeded our totals from last year and also exceeded the totals of eight other agencies who participated in Chili’s Tip-A-Cop events in their respective cities. Everyone should be proud of what was accomplished.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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he Antioch High School boys varsity basketball team made history last week, winning its ﬁrst Bay Valley Athletic League title, which it shares with Deer Valley. Above, students mob senior guard Jamaal Davis after the Panthers’ exciting victory over Freedom, which clinched their share of the championship. See how the Panthers and Wolverines did in the ﬁrst round of the playoffs on page 21A.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1306743-02 APN: 037- 234-005-9 TRA: 19-020 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx9238 REF: Fridas, Robert G IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED November 18, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On March 03, 2011, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded November 30, 2005, as Inst. No. 2005-0460226-00 in book XX, page XX of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by: Robert G Fridas, A Married Man, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed

of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 98 Cresta Blanca Ct Oakley CA 94561-3014 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $429,045.40. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneﬁciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written

declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: February 11, 2011. (R-366889 02/11/11, 02/- 18/11, 02/25/11) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, 2011

California, executed by: WILLIAM T CHAN AND THIN THIN HLAING, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COMPANY, as Beneﬁciary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speciﬁed in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURT-

HOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 36, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 6930, FILED SEPTEMBER 12, 1988 IN BOOK 325 OF MAPS, PAGE 11, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS AND ALL CHEMICAL GAS NOW OR HEREAFTER FOUND, SITUATED OR LOCATED IN ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE LANDS DESCRIBED HEREIN LYING MORE THAN FIVE HUNDRED FEET BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO SLANT DRILL FOR AND REMOVE ALL OR ANY OF SAID OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS AND CHEMICAL GAS LYING BELOW A DEPTH OF MORE THAN FIVE HUNDRED FEET BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LANDS OR UPON ANY PORTION THEREOF WITHIN FIVE HUNDRED FEET VERTICAL DISTANCE BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM VERNON ROUNER, ET AL, RECORDED AUGUST 1, 1975, BOOK 7581, PAGE 601, SERIES NO. 69138, OFFICIAL RECORDS, CON-

TRA COSTA COUNTY. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $464,611.75 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 4829 VINEWOOD WAY ANTIOCH, CA 94531 APN Number: 056-072-007 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 02-16-2011 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee JAMES TOLLIVER, ASSISTANT SECRETARY CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

California Reconveyance Company 9200 Oakdale Avenue Mail Stop: CA24379 Chatsworth, CA 91311 800-8926902 For Sales Information: (714) 730-2727 or www.lpsasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting.com ASAP# 3916060 02/25/2011, 03/04/2011, 03/11/2011 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 743121CA Loan No. 0695268771 Title Order No. 100474181CA-MAIYOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 04-25-2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 03-18-2011 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 04-29-2005, Book , Page , Instrument 2005-015125100, of ofﬁcial records in the Ofﬁce of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County,

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000827-00 The name of the business (es): Discovery Bay Designs Located at: 4895 South Point In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Stephen H. Walde and Susan V. Walde, 4895 South Point, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the ﬁctitious business name or names listed above on: 2/28/06. Signature of registrant: Stephen H. Walde This statement was ﬁled with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 3, 2011 By: Courtney Dias, Deputy Expires: February 3, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 4, 11,18, 25, 2011

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Towers from page 1B ties, the pocket-size communication devices have woven their way into the fabric of society. “Cell phones are a part of our culture now,” said Joshua McMurray, an Oakley senior planner who handles building permits for cell towers within the city. “It seems like everyone has a cell phone. Some of them even have two or more phones. Someone who doesn’t own a cell phone these days is a real rarity. It’s part of your routine. Heading out? Grab your keys, your wallet and your cell phone.” But while most people are delighted by the ability to stay in touch with ease, they’re less enthused about other aspects of the technology. The complex network of antennas, strategically placed atop towers and on buildings around the world, has led to increasing concerns over potential health risks associated with the signals they send and receive, as well as the visual intrusion caused by thousands of cell sites popping into view.

The City of Brentwood water tower, seen here in an image from Google Maps, is home to cellular phone antennae from four carriers – Nextel, Sprint, Verizon and Cingular. For an interactive map allowing you to zoom in on any of the 39 cell sites in Brentwood, Oakley and Antioch, visit www.thepress. net.

Feds call the shots The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), which oversees the rules and regulations of cell phone use in the United States, began looking into mobile phone safety in 1993. More time is needed to determine potential long-term effects, but the commission currently takes the position that, if cell phone use or the proximity to cell towers does pose a risk to humans, that risk is “probably small.” “Radio frequency emissions from antennas used for cellular and personal communication service transmissions result in exposure levels on the ground that are typically thousands of times below safety limits,” the FCC ON THE COVER: The silo on Bill Finklea’s ranch at the corner of Knightsen and Sellers avenues isn’t a silo at all; it’s a cell phone antennae tower cleverly disguised to blend in with its surroundings.

reported in 2010. “These safety limits are adopted by the FCC based on the recommendations of expert organizations and endorsed by agencies of the federal government responsible for health and safety. Therefore there is no reason to believe that such towers could constitute a potential health hazard to nearby residents.” Last year, the International Agency for Research on Cancer, based in France, published the results of a multiyear study that investigated whether cell phone use increases the risk of cancer and, more specifically, whether the radio waves emitted by cell phones are carcinogenic. The study, known as INTERPHONE, is the largest casecontrol study to date that has investigated risks related to

cell phone use. The study was conducted in 13 countries: Australia, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Israel, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden and the United Kingdom. Each country’s study followed the same protocol, and more than 12,000 participants were included in the final results. According to the United States National Cancer Institute, which did not participate in the study, “INTERPHONE researchers reported that, overall, cell phone users have no increased risk for two of the most common types of brain tumor – glioma and meningioma. In addisee Towers page 3B

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Towers from page 3B city’s planning commission. In this case, a wireless telecommunication site consisting of up to six antennae panels was proposed to be mounted on an existing PG&E tower south of Spyglass Drive and east of Cinnabar Hills Court. Residents, voicing concerns about visual blight, declining property values and potential health risks, appealed the approval decision to the council. When it came to the health concerns, however, there was little the council could do. According to Brentwood Assistant Planner Tim Nielsen, the FCC’s authority supercedes local government. Cities are barred from taking health concerns into consideration when deciding on a proposed tower location. “The Telecommunications Act of 1996 prohibits state and local governments from prohibiting projects based on potential health risks in relation to radiofrequency admissions,” said Nielsen. “The FCC establishes guidelines about what is safe, so local jurisdictions are not allowed to consider health risks when approving a cell site. It’s a concern that is always brought up by neighbors, but local government cannot deny a site based on health concerns.” Several residents from the Cinnabar Hills neighborhood addressed the council to get their concerns on record. Although the neighbors were informed of the FCC regulations, some residents continued to oppose the cell site. Resident Mel Clarke, much like the other speakers, expressed concern about what the children who play in the area might be exposed to. The council overturned the commission’s ruling, primarily on the basis of aesthetics and property values. The city has no telecommunications ordinance in place, but Nielsen said the city will need one in the future. Brentwood currently has 24 sets of antennas (sets typically consist of three antennas) utilized by five companies at 11 locations, many of which serve multiple carriers. Sites can be found atop the city water tower, a PG&E tower at the corner of Sand Creek Road and the Highway 4 Bypass, and in the form of a monopole structure disguised as a pine tree next to Acorn Storage on Lone Tree Way. In accordance with the FCC, neither the planning commission nor the council take health risks into consideration in their decisions about tower locations – a conundrum for Nielsen as well as the public he serves. “It’s frustrating that there is little information about health risks. Until there is substantial information, the FCC won’t offer stricter regulations, so we have to work within the existing guidelines,” Nielsen said. “It’s not fun telling a family who is concerned about the potential risks that we aren’t allowed to take that into consideration. These are valid concerns, but there is nothing we can do.” Oakley Senior Planner Joshua McMurray shares Nielsen’s frustrations. “I understand their (the public’s) concerns,” McMurray said. “I read the studies as they come out, but

the results are always inconclusive since the technology is so new. I’m left with just as many questions, so I see where the public is coming from. I have kids. I have concerns of my own, but the FCC doesn’t allow us to take these concerns into consideration when approving a new site.”

East County’s lone ordinance Oakley, unlike the other cities in East County, has a telecommunications ordinance in place governing new cell sites. The City Council reviews applications for the design of public art facilities such as a cell station disguised as a tree or monument, or building mounted, in which case a set of antennas is placed atop a building. Stealth facilities that blend into existing structures may be approved by the community development director. The ordinance, updated in 2009, dictates that structures are not to be located in areas zoned for residential use. If a structure is built adjacent to a residential area, the structure must be a minimum distance away from houses. If a monopole tower is approved at 80 feet in height, for example, the structure must be at least 80 feet from the nearest houses. McMurray said Oakley has seven cell sites within the city limits, including an antenna atop a lighting structure at the Freedom High School football field, which the school district approved (as it operates under its own policies and procedures). While there is a set of building-mounted antennas on the ECC Bank on Main Street, the most common telecommunications site in Oakley takes the form of a fake pine tree. According to McMurray, since there are few tall buildings in town and the land is relatively flat, Oakley is at a disadvantage. Monopoles are therefore the best way to get the antennas up high enough to provide maximum coverage. And since monopoles are cheaper than other designs, companies tend to favor the faux trees.

However, following the faulty construction of two monopole pine towers, the Oakley City Council became wary of welcoming another tree into the city. Last month the council refused an application for a monopole behind Black Bear Diner. The council directed the telecommunications representative to return with a monument design such as a clock tower. “What’s the fascination with these faux trees?” asked Oakley Vice Mayor Kevin Romick at a January council meeting. “They’re ugly. I have one I can see out my back window, and there’s nothing at all attractive about them. It’s an eyesore. You drive anywhere through town and they stand out like fake trees. Amongst the skyline, no matter where they are, they stand out. There has to be a better way to disguise them. “Personally I would like to see (these structures) blend into the area around them. A faux tree right behind Black Bear would be … ugly. Bottom line, it’s just ugly.” Other members of the council agreed with Romick that the faux pine was not a desirable option, and continued the public hearing to February to allow the applicant to devise a new structure. At this week’s council meeting, a telecommunications representative returned with two monument designs: a bell tower and an Oakley entryway sign. (For more on that story, visit www.thepress. net).

Out of sight, out of mind The most common cell tower disguise is that of a pine tree, such as this one behind the Lucky store in Oakley. Photo by Richard Wisdom

Antioch Community Development Director Tina Wehrmeister said aesthetics are the main concern of the Antioch city staff and the public. In her 10 years working for the city, she has received no complaints from the public regarding health dangers, but the community wants to keep these sites out of sight and out of mind. When approving new sites, Wehrmeister always works with applicants to find an existing building or tower on which to attach antennas. see Towers page 15B

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‘Pippin’ takes the stage In the Liberty High School Playmakers production of “Pippin,” directed by Helen Dixon, Prince Pippin embarks on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to find the meaning of life with the help of a troupe of actors, including the Leading Players, who are blessed with the gift of magic. The musical is one of Dixon’s favorites and she’s excited to bring it to the Liberty community. “It’s different than anything we’ve ever done,” she said. “As it’s about a troupe of actors, the visual style is meant to be very theatrical – lots of outlandish makeup and hair, crazy costumes and such. I was telling people that the time period is medieval-Vegas. Very funky.”

She does caution parents that some material might be considered inappropriate for children under 13. Pippin takes the stage on Fridays and Saturdays, Feb. 25-26 and March 34 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, March 5 at 2 p.m. General admission is $12.50; $9.50 for students and seniors; $7.50 for the March 5 show. Tickets are available at the door or may be purchased in advance online at http://libertyunion.schoolwires. net/playmakers. For more information, e-mail Dixon at dixonh@luhsd.net or call 925-634-3521 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on school days. – Contributed by Anne Querida

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Brentwood will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the normal course of business permits on February 22, 2011 to consider the following matter: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD ESTABLISHING FEES RELATED TO CHAPTER 5.70 (MASSAGE ORDINANCE) OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE, AMENDING FEES FOR PARKING VIOLATIONS, AND REVISING THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD 2010/2011 COST ALLOCATION PLAN AND SCHEDULE OF CITY FEES. Said hearing will be held at the City Council Chambers, 101B Sand Creek Road, Brentwood, CA 94513. Further information may be obtained from City Hall, 708 Third Street, Brentwood, California 94513, (925) 516-5400. If you challenge the City Council’s action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Brentwood City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. Dated: February 25, March 4, 2011 /s/________________________ Margaret Wimberly, CMC City Clerk Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 2011

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000265-00 The name of the business (es): Burkes Toffee Located at: 305 Mohar Court In: Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s):Judy Burke, 305 Mohar Court, Pleaseant Hill, CA 94523; Natalie Burke, 2709 Serene Court, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Co-Partnersl The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/07. Signature of registrant: Judy Burke This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 12, 2011 By: Liz Gonzalez, Deputy Expires: January 12, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11,18, 25, March 4, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000370-00 The name of the business (es): ORIOLE’S CHRYSALIS MAKEUP ARTISTRY Located at: 500 LAKEVIEW DRIVE In: BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): ORIOLE MARIA BELAND, 500 LAKEVIEW DRIVE, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/18/11. Signature of registrant: ORIOLE MARIA BELAND This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 18, 2011 By: D. Acuff, Deputy Expires” January 18, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0001061-00 The name of the business (es): KRT Services; KRT Computer Services Located at: 380 Carrol Court, Suite D In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Kurt Tomicich and Rosana Tomicich, 1745 Corte Vista Street, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 2005. Signature of registrant: Kurt Tomicich This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 14, 2011 By: L Derrick, Deputy Expires: February 14, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11,18, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000201-00 The name of the business (es): Stonecrest Lending Located at: 2005C Main Street In: Oakley, CA 94561 Mailing: 16520 SW Upper Boones Ferry Road, Suite 250, Portland, OR 97224 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Pinnacle Capital Mortgage Corporation, 1620 E. Roseville Parkway, Suite 248, Roseville, CA 95661. 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: Patrick R. Palmer, Vice President This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 11, 2011 By: H. Franklin, Deputy Expires: January 11, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000435-00 The name of the business (es): Andrea’s Property Services Located at: 2200 Winchester Loop In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Andrea Lynn DeSimone and Peter DeSimone, 2200 Winchester Loop, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Andrea DeSimone This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 19, 2011 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: January 19, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11,18, 25, March 4, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000438-00 The name of the business (es): Perfect Smiles Family Dentistry Located at: 9260 Alcosta Boulevard, Suite B10 In: San Ramon, CA 94583 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): David P. Cartago, 406 Vanessa Way, Danville, CA 94506. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 2/08. Signature of registrant: David P. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 19, 2011 By: Myrna Barajas, Deputy Expires: January 19, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0001059-00 The name of the business (es): WOLTER TAX SERVICE Located at: 3245 LOOKOUT POINT LOOP In: DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): MARIA M. WOLTER, 3245 LOOKOUT POINT LOOP, DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Maria M. Wolter This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 14, 2011 By: L. Barajas, Deputy Expires: February 14, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 18, 2011

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000528-00 The name of the business (es): Quality Consultants Located at: 495 Lakeview Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Francis Brian Fetherstonhaugh, 495 Lakeview Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A Signature of registrant: Sheri Bond This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 24, 2011 By: Myrna Barajas, Deputy Expires: January 24, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000545-00 The name of the business (es): TAX SOLUTIONS, Located at: 455 Moraga Road, #B In: Moraga, CA 94556 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): SANDA HENRY, 637 St. Mary’s Road, Lafayette, CA 94549. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/25/11. Signature of registrant: Sanda Henry This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 25, 2011 By: L. Barajas, Deputy Expires: January 25, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000602-00 The name of the business (es): Tamale Lover’s, Located at: 8610 Brentwood Boulevard, Suite F In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Tony I. Bess and Juliane M. Bess, 1600 Cayenne Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/26/11. Signature of registrant: Juliane M. Bess This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 26, 2011 By: Myrna Barajas, Deputy Expires: January 26, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0001062-00 The name of the business (es): DISCOVERY BAY PADDLEBOARDS Located at: 331 DISCOVERY BAY BOULEVARD In: DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): RON LEHRER AND CAROL LEHRER, 331 DISCOVERY BAY BOULEVARD, DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Ron Lehrer This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on:February 14, 2011 By: C. Garcia, Deputy Expires: February 14, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11,18, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000620-00 The name of the business (es): Sierra Ensemble Located at: 2001 Santa Clara Street In: Richmond, CA 94804 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Janis Lieberman, 3020 El Cerrito Place, El Cerrito, CA 94530; Marc Steiner, 46 Villa Drive, San Pablo, CA 94806; Anita Felix, 8330 Dressage Way, Sacramento, CA 95829. This business is conducted by: a General Partnershipl The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/15/02. Signature of registrant: Janis L. Lieberman This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 26, 2011 By: B. Basch, Deputy Expires: January 26, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000927-00 The name of the business (es): TEMP CONTROL CLOTHING Located at: 151 SAND CREEK ROAD, SUITE G In: BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): UBAKA UGOOUDEH OBIORA, 700 CROCKET DRIVE, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 2/7/11. Signature of registrant: Ubaka Obiora Ugooudeh This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on:February 7, 2011 By: L. Derrick, Deputy Expires: February 7, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11,18, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000226-00 The name of the business (es): KJK Properties Located at: 1673 Albani Place In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Katrina Odom- Culbreath, 1673 Albani Place, Brentwood, CA 94513; Kent Odom, 3615 Wheeler Circle, Nampa, ID; Jimmy Odom, 316 Burbank, Antioch, CA 94509 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: Katrina Odom- Culbreath This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 12, 2011 By: L. Derrick, Deputy Expires: January 12, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11,18, 25, March 4, 2011

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000624-00 The name of the business (es): Keiki Care 123 Located at: 2799 Vancouver Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Esmerelda Maldonado, 2799 Vancouver Court, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/11/11. Signature of registrant: Esmerelda Maldonado This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 26, 2011 By: L. Barajas, Deputy Expires: January 26, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0001067-00 The name of the business (es): Disco Bay Auto & Boat Detailing Located at: 6330 Brentwood Boulevard In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Paul M. Lagasca, 4231 Orwood Road, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/14/11. Signature of registrant: Paul M. Lagasca This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 14, 2011 By: Myrna Barajas, Deputy Expires: February 14, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4,11, 18, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000759-00 The name of the business (es): SPECTRUM ELECTRONICS Located at: 2847 ROCKRIDGE DRIVE In: PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): YOUSSEF FATHI, 2847 ROCKRIDGE DRIVE, PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 2/1/11. Signature of registrant: Youssef Fathi This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 1, 2011 By: L. Derrick, Deputy Expires: February 1, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000892-00 The name of the business (es): Laser Craft Located at: 77 Greensboro Way In: Antioch, CA 94509 Mailing: 3710 Lone Tree Way #160, Antioch, CA 94509 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Robert Bruce, 77 Greensboro Way, Antioch, CA 94509. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 2/26/06. Signature of registrant: Robert Bruce This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 4, 2011 By: T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires: February 4, 2016 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11,18, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000432-00 The name of the business (es): Daniels Shavings Located at: 4370 Franklin Lane In: Oakley, CA 94561, Mailing: 4350 Franklin Lane, Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Tamera Daniels, 4350 Franklin Lane, Oakley, CA 94561 This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Tamera Daniels This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 19, 2011 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: January 19, 2016 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000686-00 The name of the business (es): LOTUS RECOVERY Located at: 870 CARIBOU TERRACE In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Debra Vansant, 870 Caribou Terrace, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Sheri Bond This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 28, 2011 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: January 28, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Tracy Anglim, 5327 Cypress Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Tracy Anglim FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-0229 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Tracy Anglim filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Tracy E. Christa Anglim (AKA) Tracy Anglim-Lacey (AKA) Tracy C. Lacey to Proposed Name: Tracy Christa Lacey 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 4/5/11 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. 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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: February 7, 2011 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000971-00 The name of the business (es): R Group Located at: 39 Camino Encinas In:Orinda, CA 94563 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Anne Michelle Rohr, 39 Camino Encinas, Orinda, CA 94563. 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: Anne Rohr This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 9, 2011 By: Courtney Dias, Deputy Expires: February 9. 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11,18, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0001015-00 The name of the business (es): KCM SOLUTIONS Located at: 2000 Crow Canyon Place, #415 In: San Ramon, CA 94583 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): KCM SOLUTIONS, 2000 Crow Canyon Place, #415, San Ramon, CA 94583 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: 2/10/11. Signature of registrant: Edward T. Macauley This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 10, 2011 By: L. Derrick, Deputy Expires: February 10, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0001114-00 The name of the business (es): SUMMERSET VETERANS CLUB Located at: 1524 BISMARCK LANE In: BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): LEONARD BREGMAN, 1524 BISMARCK LANE, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/02. Signature of registrant: Leonard Bregman This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 16, 2011 By: Jose Gonzalez, Deputy Expires: February 16, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11,18, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000612-00 The name of the business (es): PRO WASH PLUS Located at: 313 Ash Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Nicholas Trzeciak, 313 Ash Street, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/26/11. Signature of registrant: Nicholas Trzeciak This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 26, 2011 By: L. Barajas, Deputy Expires: January 26, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 4, 11,18, 25, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000414-00 The name of the business (es): OLIVEIRA LAND & INVESTMENT COMPANY Located at: 8005 Bruns Road In: Byron, CA 94514 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Carlos H. Oliveira, 8005 Bruns Road, Byron, CA 94514. 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: Brian H. Oliveira This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 19, 2011 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: January 19, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1307215-02 APN: 055- 580-0374 TRA: 01-130 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx1242 REF: Bermudez, Rogelio A IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED November 09, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On March 10, 2011, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded November 18, 2005, as Inst. No. 2005-0447427-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by: Rogelio A Bermudez and Lucy Agnes Bermudez, Husband And Wife, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2495

Mammoth Way Antioch CA 94531-9200 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $654,478.18. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneﬁciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: February 14, 2011. (R-367150 02/18/11, 02/- 25/11, 03/04/11) Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, March 3, 2011

principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $476,856.64. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneﬁciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: January 25, 2011. (R-366639 02/11/11, 02/- 18/11, 02/25/11) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, 2011

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000785-00 The name of the business (es): SHINY NAILS Located at: 1135 2nd Street, Suite B In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): LAM THANH TRAN, 3343 WYOMING COURT, STOCKTON, CA 95212. 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: LAM THANH TRAN This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 2, 2011 By: Courtney Dias, Deputy Expires: February 2, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates: February 111, 18, 25, March 4, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000219-00 The name of the business (es): The Vineyard Inn Located at: 6740 Balfour Road In: Brentwood, CA 94513, Mailing: P.O. Box 309, Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Glenda Cohn, 6740 Balfour Road, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Glenda Cohn This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 12, 2011 By: Jose Gonzalez, Deputy Expires: January 12, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2011 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Perfect Smiles Family Dentistry at 9260 Alcosta Boulevard, #B10, San Ramon, CA 94583The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on 5/12/- 08 under file number 2008- 0003563. (*) 1. David Cartago, DDS, 316 So. Overlook Drive, San Ramon, CA 94583; 2. Charmaine M. Kennedy, 316 S. Overlook Drive, San Ramon, CA 94583; 3. Rochelle Baraceros, 4170 Rockcreek Drive, Danville, CA 94506 (**) This business was conducted by: a General Partnership Signature: Charmaine Kennedy This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County in the date indicated by file stamp above. Date: January 19, 2011 By: M. Barajas, Deputy Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000395-00 The name of the business (es): East Contra Costa Homeless Animal Lifeline Organization Located at: 1808 Walnut Grove Court In: Oakley, CA 94561 Mailing: P.O. Box 2011, Antioch, CA 94531 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): East Contra Costa County Homeless Animals Lifeline Organization. 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: Tamara Reed, President This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 19, 2011 By: Myrna Barajas, Deputy Expires: January 19, 2016 Oakley Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000527-00 The name of the business (es): HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS Located at: 8820 Brentwood Boulevard In: Brentwood, CA 94513, Mailing: 11645 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): KAI HOTELS LP, 11645 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530. 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: Vimal Patel, General ManagerThis statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: January 24, 2011 By: B. Basch, Deputy Expires: January 24, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11,18, 25, March 4, 2011

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0001166-00 The name of the business (es): Sun City Tanning & Spa Located at: 5522 Alaska Drive In: Concord, CA 94521 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Tasha Castagna and Hoyt Castagna, 5522 Alaska Drive, Concord, CA 94521 This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Tasha Castagna This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 18, 2011 By: Tasha Castagna, Deputy Expires: February 18, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11,18, 2011 NOTICE OF LIEN SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700 21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on March 4, 2011 at 12:00 P.M. Personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, appliances, Computer and stereo equipment, artwork, bbq, sleeping bags, business file cabinets, rocking gaming chair, power tools and or other general household and small business items located at: ACORN SELF STORAGE LLC, 5205 RAILROAD AVE., PITTSBURG, CA 94565 (925) 432-3200 NAME UNIT 1. MICHAEL BRAJKOVICH 80 2. TELARA CAVES 158 3. TELARA CAVES 162 4. CHARLES GOVERNOR 410 5. MARIA JARILLO 90 6. SABRINA KARY 438 7. SAMUEL G. TORRES 91 8. IMORA RIVERA 89 Dates Published: 2/18/11 and 2/25/11 J. Michael’s Auctions, Dond #183-6232 (916) 776-4202 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1293672-11 APN: 011- 400-090-4 TRA: 60-056 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx2458 REF: Welsh, Lee IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED March 02, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On March 03, 2011, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded March 08, 2005, as Inst. No. 2005-0077808-00 in book Xxx, page Xxx of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by Lee Welsh and Jennifer L Welsh Husband And Wife, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2338 Winchester Loop Discovery Bay CA 94514 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000943-00 The name of the business (es): Jones Floor Designs Located at: 4485 Buckskin Drive In: Antioch, CA 94531 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Gary Aaron Jones, 4485 Buckskin Drive, Antioch, CA 94531. 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: Gary Jones This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 8, 2011 By: T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires: February 8, 2016 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000832-00 The name of the business (es): Red Door Property Management Located at: 2629 Camelback Road In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jonathan Selin, 2629 Camel Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/1/11. Signature of registrant: Jonathan Selin This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 3, 2011 By: Courtney Dias, Deputy Expires: February 3, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11,18, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0001007-00 The name of the business (es): TBill Medical Billing Located at: 19 Renoir Court In: Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Therese Holtzinger, 19 Renoir Court, Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Therese Holtzinger This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 10, 2011 By: H. Franklin, Deputy Expires: February 10, 2016 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2011 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: LE NAILS Located at: 8065 Brentwood Boulevard, #3 In: Brentwood, CA 94513 The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on: 6/4/2010 under file number: 20100004204 (*)1. NANCY T. NGO, 3637 HEPBURN CIRCLE, STOCKTON, CA 95209. (**) This business was conducted by: an Individual Signature of registrant: NANCY TUYET NGO This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 2, 2011 By: H. Franklin, Deputy Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0004204-00 The name of the business (es): LE NAILS Located at: 8065 Brentwood Boulevard, #3 In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): PHONG NGUYEN and LAN NGUYEN, 4392 TRAVALE PLACE, OAKLEY, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: a Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Phong Nguyen This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 2, 2011 By: H. Franklin, Deputy Expires: February 2, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000781-00 The name of the business (es): Tan 365 Located at: 1684 Greenyard Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Kathie Pedreira, 1684 Greenyard Court, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Kathie Pedreira This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 2, 2011 By: T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires: February 2, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2011

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0150469 Title Order No. 10-8536979 Investor/Insurer No. 1692842395 APN No. 017- 480-074-8 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/31/2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: MICHAEL LEE GRAY AND ROXANNE TESS GRAY, dated 07/31/2003 and recorded 09/19/03, as Instrument No. 2003-0471279-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 03/25/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1068 SOMERSBY WAY, BRENTWOOD, CA, 94513. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $263,553.73. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 02/- 20/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA3884436 02/25/2011, 03/- 04/2011, 03/11/2011 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011

CORDS, AS FOLLOWS: ‘’AN UNDIVIDED 50% INTEREST IN AND TO ALL OIL, GAS OR OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES, GEOTHERMAL STEAMS, BRINES AND/OR MINERALS, WHICH MAY BE FOUND BELOW 500 FEET BENEATH THE SURFACE OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY.’’ EXCEPTING THEREFROM: 1. ALL REMAINING OIL, GAS GEOTHERMAL STEAM, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS AND CHEMICAL GAS NOW OR HEREAFTER FOUND, SITUATED OR LOCATED IN ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE LANDS DESCRIBED HEREIN LYING MORE THAT FIVE HUNDRED FEET (500- ) BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO SLANT DRILL FOR AND REMOVE ALL OR ANY OF SAID GAS, OIL, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS OR CHEMICAL GAS LYING BELOW A DEPTH OF MORE THAT FIVE HUNDRED FEET (500- ) BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO GRANT LEASES FOR ALL OR ANY OF SAID PURPOSES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LANDS OR ANY PORTION THEREOF WITHIN FIVE HUNDRED (500- ) VERTICAL DISTANCE BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF. 2. ALL OVERLYING AND OTHER WATER RIGHTS, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATIONS, THE RIGHT TO APPROPRIATE WATER AND DISTRIBUTE IT TO OTHER PROPERTIES WITHOUT ANY RIGHT TO THE USE OF THE LAND OR RIGHTS IN/ OR TO ANY PORTION OF THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND. THE OWNER OF THE RESERVED WATER RIGHTS, HOWEVER, COVENANTS THAT IT WILL NOT EXERCISE THE RIGHTS RESERVED EXCEPT BELOW 100 FEET FROM THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND AS RESERVED IN THE GRANT DEED, DATED AUGUST 06, 2002 RESERVED BY KB HOME SOUTH BAY, INC, ACC RECORDED AUGSUT 15, 2002 SERIES NO. 2002-0285281- 00, O.R. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $742,382.28 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 312 PEBBLE BEACH DRIVE BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 APN Number: 007-240-007 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 02- 18-2011 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee ELVIA ARCINIEGA, ASSISTANT SECRETARY CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. California Reconveyance Company 9200 Oakdale Avenue Mail Stop: CA2-4379 Chatsworth, CA 91311 800-892-6902 For Sales Information: (714) 730-2727 or www.lpsasap. com (714) 573- 1965 or www.priorityposting.com ASAP# 3918335 02/25/2011, 03/- 04/2011, 03/11/2011 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011

Legal Description: LOT 7 AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 7640, FILED AUGUST 17, 1995, IN BOOK 381 OF MAPS, PAGE 49, AS AMENDED BY THE CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED OCTOBER 6, 1995, SERIES NO. 95-169624, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: RIGHTS EXCEPTED IN THE DEED EXECUTED BY JANICE CLARE SPIGHT, ET AL, RECORDED AUGUST 11, 1986, IN BOOK 13053, PAGE 707, AND RE- RECORDED JANUARY 21, 1987, IN BOOK 13397, PAGE 830, OFFICIAL RECORDS, AS FOLLOWS: ‘’ALL OIL, GAS, MINERALS, GEOTHERMAL, AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES IN AND UNDER OR THAT MAY BE PRODUCED FROM A DEPTH BELOW 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID PROPERTY WITHOUT ANY RIGHT OF ENTRY UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND FOR THE PURPOSE OF MINING, DRILLING, EXPLORING OR EXTRACTING SUCH OIL, GAS, MINERAL, GEOTHERMAL, OR HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES.’’ Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $442,196.50 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 35 OREGANO COURT OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN Number: 034-300- 007 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 02-14-2011 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee CASIMIR NUNEZ, ASSISTANT SECRETARY CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. For Sales Information: (714) 730-2727 or www.lpsasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting. com ASAP# 3904254 02/18/2011, 02/25/2011, 03/04/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 2011

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: -Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www. fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note 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. ASAP# 3900799 02/- 25/2011, 03/04/2011, 03/11/2011 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011

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): BRUCE CONNELLEY, AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 7/- 15/2005 as Instrument No. 2005- 0261849-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/- 21/2011 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $489,953.97 The purported property address is: 4151 BLOSSOM CT OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No. 041- 130-019-7 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, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Americas Servicing Company 1 Home Campus X2504-017 Customer Service Des Moines IA 50328 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . 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: 2/24/2011 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note 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. ASAP# 3913258 02/- 25/2011, 03/04/2011, 03/11/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011

Present Name: a. Julie Anne Angelini to Proposed Name: Julie Anne Hodson Present Name: b. Taylor Leigh Angelini to Proposed Name: Taylor Leigh Hodson Present Name c. Marisa Nicole Angelini to Proposed Name: Marisa Nicole Hodson 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 4/5/11 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS b. Petitoner is to bring the birth certificate of Maria Nicole Angelini to the hearing. Notice to biological Father is waived by order of the court. Date: February 2, 2011 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2011 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Wagih Elgendy & Trease Beskaless on Behalf of Sindy Wagih Samy Ayyad Elgendy, 1032 Blue Bird Lane, Brentwood, CA 94513 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Wagih Elgendy & Trease Beskaless on Behalf of Sindy Wagih Samy Ayyad Elgendy FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-0293 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Wagih Elgendy & Trease Beskaless on Behalf of Sindy Wagih Samy Ayyad Elgendy filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Sindy Wagih Samy Ayyad Elgendy to Proposed Name: Sandy Elgendy 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 4/22/11 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: February 17, 2011 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 18, 2011 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Elizabeth S. Shaw, 1275 Central Boulevard, #252, Brentwood, CA 94513 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Elizabeth S. Shaw FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-0262 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Elizabeth S. Shaw filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Elizabeth Sally Shaw (AKA) Elizabeth Sally Jiminez (AKA) Elizabeth Sally Avila to Proposed Name: Elizabeth Marie Adney 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 4/7/11 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: February 8, 2011 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2011 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Harkiran Singh and Ajeeta Chaudhri SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Harkiran Singh and Ajeeta Chaudhri FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-0161 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Harkiran Singh and Ajeeta Chaudhri filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Prianka Chaudhri to Proposed Name: Prianka Aria Chaudhri 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 3/28/11 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS b. Petitioner is to bring birth certificate to the hearing. Date: January 27, 2011 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-193049-C Investor No. 0006009438 Loan No. 0359184151 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/1/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: ASHLEY V. DAVID AND NOSHEEN DAVID HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded 8/9/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0297395-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:3/4/2011 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 5417 SUMMERFIELD DRIVE ANTIOCH, California 94531-0000 APN #: 056-300-027 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $740,743.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 2/4/2011 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504-3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3905269 02/- 11/2011, 02/18/2011, 02/25/2011 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, 2011 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Sandra Kane, 608 Santander Drive, San Ramon, CA 94583 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Sandra Kane FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-0128 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Sandra Kane filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Kenedy Jude Garcia Kane to Proposed Name: Minnesoda Whiloh Kane 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 3/21/11 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: January 24, 2011 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Aisha M. Woolfolk, 2542 Hinkley Street, Richmond, CA 94804 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Aisha M. Woolfolk FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-0284 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Aisha M. Woolfolk filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Aisha Michelle Woolfolk to Proposed Name: Aisha Amia Michelle Present Name: b. Chaise Zabrie Gregory to Proposed Name: Chaise Savion Michelle 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 4/19/11 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: February 16, 2011 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 18, 2011

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 440935CA Loan No. 3062014455 Title Order No. 350747 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 03-20-2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 03-18- 2011 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 03-24-2006, Book , Page , Instrument 2006-0090109, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: JIMMIE B MILLER JR A MARRIED MAN SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 7, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 8478, FILED DECEMBER 26, 2001, MAP BOOK 438, PAGE 10, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: RIGHTS CONVEYED AS TO THAT PORTION THEREOF DESCRIBED IN THE MINERAL RIGHTS DEED TO ALFRED POMBO ET AL, RECORDED SEPTEMBER 29, 1987, IN BOOK 13933, PAGE 165, SERIES NO. 87-211805, OFFICIAL RE-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 446174CA Loan No. 3062389980 Title Order No. 637887 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05-25-2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 03-10- 2011 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 06-062006, Book N/A, Page N/A, Instrument 2006- 0178036-00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: JOSE HECTOR KHALIL AND, MARIA LOURDES KHALIL, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-10-403153-CL Order #: 100699090-CA-LPI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/11/2006. 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): SANDRA L. JUSTICE, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 8/18/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0262532- 00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/- 21/2011 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $306,462.01 The purported property address is: 658 PRINCE ALBERT WAY BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessor’s Parcel No. 010-520- 087-7 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, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Aurora Loan Services LLC 10350 Park Meadows Dr. Littleton CO 80124 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . If the Trustee is unable

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0152041 Title Order No. 10-8543305 Investor/Insurer No. N/A APN No. 018-230-041-8 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/01/- 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: MICHELLE K HEIZER AND LUIS COLMENARES, dated 03/- 01/2006 and recorded 03/09/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0072437- 00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 03/- 25/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 180 BEVERLY PLACE, BRENTWOOD, CA, 945132101. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $758,775.85. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 02/- 20/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3886515 02/25/2011, 03/04/2011, 03/11/2011 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 February 25, March 4, 11, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-10-398822-CT Order #: 100661520-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/6/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Paris Marshall, 2849 10th Street, San Pablo, CA 94806 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Paris Marshall FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-0093 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Paris Marshall ﬁled a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Paris Lavella Marshall to Proposed Name: Paris Lavella Jenkins 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 3/8/11 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: January 7, 2011 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2011 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Julie Angelini, 695 Timberline Terrace, Brentwood, CA 94513 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Julie Angelini FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-0221 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Julie Angelini ﬁled a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

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SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (N˙mero del Caso): WC005603 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): FIDEL ALAMILLO; ANTHONY ALAMILLO; C & F ALAMILLO STEEL; and DOES 1 TO 20 YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO EST’c1 DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): GRANITE ROCK COMPANY, a California Corporation NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/- selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/- selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dÌas, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versiÛn. Lea la informaciÛn a continuaciÛn. Tiene 30 D’cdAS DE CALENDARIO despuÈs de que le entreguen esta citaciÛn y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefÛnica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y m·s informaciÛn en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www. sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede m·s cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentaciÛn, pida al secretario de la corte que le dÈ un formulario de exenciÛn de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podr· quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin m·s advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisiÛn a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniÈndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperaciÛn de $10,000 Û m·s de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesiÛn de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y direcciÛn de la corte es): Santa Cruz County Superior, 1 Second Street, Watsonville, CA 95076 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la direcciÛn y el n˙mero de telÈfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es):Gabriel A. Dietz (SBN: 257911); Kevin Jeffery (SBN: 212353), P.O. Box 50001, Watsonville, CA 950775001 DATE (Fecha): November 19, 2009 ALEX CALVO Clerk, by (Secretario): SARAH CUNNINGHAM, Deputy (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served. Brentwood Press Np. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2011

Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 03/- 11/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4543 ALDER DRIVE, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $359,117.24. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speciﬁed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 08/- 09/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Ofﬁcer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3902493 02/11/2011, 02/18/2011, 02/25/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, 2011

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1294938-11 APN: 097- 301-021-8 TRA: 79-024 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx9494 REF: Lozoya, Victor IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED May 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. On March 03, 2011, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded June 01, 2006, as Inst. No. 2006-0172479-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by: Victor Lozoya, An Unmarried Man, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 29 Enes Avenue Bay Point CA 94565 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $342,556.91. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: January 25, 2011. (R-366756 02/11/11, 02/- 18/11, 02/25/11) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, 2011

pal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 02/- 05/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee Sale Ofﬁcer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3864791 02/11/2011, 02/18/2011, 02/25/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, 2011

trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $247,566.89. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneﬁciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: February 14, 2011. (R-365215 02/18/11, 02/- 25/11, 03/04/11) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 2010

all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3984 Oak Grove Drive Oakley CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $310,194.78. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneﬁciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: February 18, 2011. (R-368777 02/18/11, 02/- 25/11, 03/04/11) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 2011

247- 9727 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note 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. ASAP# 3919081 02/25/2011, 03/04/2011, 03/11/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0059772 Title Order No. 09-8178103 Investor/Insurer No. 412422107 APN No. 035-563- 011-2 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/17/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: BARNEY J SANFORD AND DOROTHY A SANFORD, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 01/17/2007 and recorded 01/24/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0022607- 00, in Book , Page ), of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the County

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0148323 Title Order No. 10-8531861 Investor/Insurer No. 1704725449 APN No. 037- 234-024-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/03/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: JOHN J CANO AND MARY SCIORTINO- CANO HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 08/03/- 2007 and recorded 08/14/07, as Instrument No. 20070232948-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 03/- 25/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 88 CONCANNON COURT, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $411,590.92. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 02/- 25/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA3888849 02/25/2011, 03/04/2011, 03/11/- 2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0144924 Title Order No. 10-8519889 Investor/Insurer No. N/A APN No. 037-490-034-8 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/21/- 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by MUHAMMAD GHEIT AND RANIA W GHEIT, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 11/21/2006 and recorded 11/30/06, as Instrument No. 2006- 0382568-00, in Book xx, Page xx, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 03/11/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 61 MERGANSER CT, OAKLEY, CA, 945611687. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $522,836.37. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid princi-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1306425-02 APN: 035- 740-065-4 TRA: 19-030 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx9739 REF: Bernal, David A IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED December 27, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On March 03, 2011, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded January 04, 2006, as Inst. No. 2006-0002460-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by: David A Bernal, A Married Man, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4882 Bayside Way Oakley CA 94561- 3255 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $426,762.13. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: February 11, 2011. (R-366875 02/11/11, 02/- 18/11, 02/25/11) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1303740-02 APN: 037- 121-0154 TRA: 19020 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx7926 REF: Oropeza, Esmeralda IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED August 18, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On March 10, 2011, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded August 30, 2005, as Inst. No. 2005-0329603-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by: Esmeralda Oropeza and Enrique Oropeza, Wife And Husband, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1935 Santa Fe St Oakley CA 94561- 1654 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0147508 Title Order No. 10-8528957 Investor/Insurer No. 1698355898 APN No. 034- 330-060-4 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/21/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: PHILIP CASTRO AND IRENE S. CASTRO, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 03/21/2005 and recorded 04/05/05, as Instrument No. 2005-0116019-00, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 03/18/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1510 COVENTRY DRIVE, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $342,870.81. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 02/- 18/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA3890305 02/18/2011, 02/- 25/2011, 03/04/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1306779-10 APN: 033- 301-0114 TRA: 19-029 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx9065 REF: Hanlon, Donald IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED April 14, 2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On March 10, 2011, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded April 23, 2004, as Inst. No. 2004-0146516-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by: Donald F. Hanlon and Juliee A. Hanlon, Husband And Wife, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California,

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-10-401080-JB Order #: 100681325-CA-MAI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/16/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): FERNANDO HERNANDEZ , A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 6/28/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0234988-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/- 21/2011 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $336,024.34 The purported property address is: 5390 Sandmound Blvd Oakley, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No. 032- 181-018-6 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Litton Loan Servicing LP 4828 Loop Central Drive Houston TX 77081 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . 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: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: (800)

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 08-0009624 Title Order No. 08-8054330 Investor/Insurer No. 1103633019 APN No. 033- 060-015-6 / 033-060-015 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/16/- 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: CATALINA CATILLER, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 11/16/2006 and recorded 11/28/06, as Instrument No. 2006- 0378267-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 03/25/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 11 MALICOAT COURT, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $576,835.36. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 05/- 16/2008 RECONTRUST COMPANY 1757 TAPO CANYON ROAD, SVW-88 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3913332 02/25/2011, 03/- 04/2011, 03/11/2011 Oakley Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700- 21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and the provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on 03/04/11 @ 10:00 A.M. personal property including but not limited to: stereo & computer equipment, clothes, contractor power tools, house hold appliances, refrigerators, washer & dryers, golf clubs, bbq, motorized scooter, antiques, leather chairs, grow trays, lights (Sun system), fans, sofas, commercial restaurant equipment, board, art, tire chains, dvd collection, ladders, furniture, T.V.’s, safe &/or other general household & small business items located at: ACORN II SELF STORAGE LLC, 6900 LONE TREE WAY, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 (925) 240-5000 Name Unit 1. LESHAWN COLEMAN 261 2. RICKY MUNOZ 279 3. JONTE CASTANEDA 408 4. BRIAN BAUM 522 5. TROY A. RUSK 607 6. PHYLLIS GRAHAM 932 7. PATRICK COHN 1321 Dates Published: 02/18/11 and 02/25/11 J. Michael’s Auctions, Bond #183-62-32 (916)776-4202 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, 2011

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0149818 Title Order No. 10-8533966 Investor/Insurer No. 1703342124 APN No. 032- 390-010-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 12/01/2006. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: FAITH C SANTITORO, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN., dated 12/01/2006 and recorded 12/07/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0390673-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 03/18/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1183 LAKE PARK DRIVE, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $450,972.60. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 02/- 17/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA3889793 02/18/2011, 02/- 25/2011, 03/04/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 2011

claims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 02-14-2011 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee ELVIA ARCINIEGA ELVIA ARCINIEGA, ASSISTANT SECRETARY For Sales Information: CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. (714) 730-2727 or www.lpsasap.com (714) 573- 1965 or www.priorityposting.com ASAP# 3912284 02/25/2011, 03/- 04/2011, 03/11/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011

cial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 42, AS DESIGNATED ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 7193 RECORDED FEBRUARY 21, 1989 IN BOOK 330 OF MAPS, AT PAGE 28, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY OFFICIAL RECORDS EXCEPTING THEREFROM 1. THE UNDIVIDED 1/3 INTEREST IN ‘’ALL OIL, GAS, PETROLEUM OR OTHER HYDROCARBONS, OTHER MINERALS AND MINERAL RIGHTS’’, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM BERTHA DEL MONTE, AS TRUSTEE TO FRANCISCO DAL PORTO, ET AL, RECORDED SEPTEMBER 19, 1950, BOOK 1635, PAGE 334, OFFICIAL RECORDS 2. ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE, AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES BELOW A POINT 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO TAKE, REMOVE, MINE, PASS THROUGH AND DISPOSE OF ALL SAID OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON ANY PART OF SAID LAND WITHIN 500 FEET THEREOF, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM MARION JEANNE MICHELOTTI, TO HOFFMAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, RECORDED JANUARY 23, 1981, BOOK 10178, PAGE 83, OFFICIAL RECORDS. 3 ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES BELOW A POINT 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO TAKE, REMOVE, MINE, PASS THROUGH AND DISPOSE OF ALL SAID OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON ANY PART OF SAID LAND WITHIN 500 FEET FROM THE SURFACE THEREOF, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM ROBERT A DAL PORTO, ET AL, TO HOFFMAN CONSTRUCTION CO, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, RECORDED DECEMBER 24, 1981, BOOK 10623, PAGE 710, OFFICIAL RECORDS.’’. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $497,838.63(estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 602 BYNUM COURT OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN Number: 037-331042 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 02-14-2011 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee ELVIA ARCINIEGA ELVIA ARCINIEGA, ASSISTANT SECRETARY For Sales Information: CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. (714) 730-2727 or www.lpsasap.com (714) 573- 1965 or www.priorityposting.com ASAP# 3912316 02/25/2011, 03/- 04/2011, 03/11/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011

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): LANITA SIMMS, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 12/30/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0500487-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/21/2011 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $493,453.38 The purported property address is: 307 BAYVIEW DR OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No. 035- 730-009-4 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, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Americas Servicing Company 1 Home Campus X2504-017 Customer Service Des Moines IA 50328 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . 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: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www. fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note 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. ASAP# 3902021 02/- 25/2011, 03/04/2011, 03/11/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011

time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $663,951.66 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. DATE: February 25, 2011 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, TRUSTEE 135 Main St. Ste. 1900 San Francisco, CA 94105 415-247-2450 Elida Rosado Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-730 - 2727 ASAP# 3917653 02/25/2011, 03/04/2011, 03/11/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 07-0007800 Title Order No. 07-8027925 Investor/Insurer No. 1679003030 APN No. 035- 740-047-2 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/10/2001. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: TERRANCE WAYNE SMITH AND SEPIA SABRAE SMITH, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 09/10/2001 and recorded 09/25/01, as Instrument No. 2001- 0287006-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 03/25/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4835 BAYSIDE WAY, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $286,644.62. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 06/- 07/2007 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1757 TAPO CANYON ROAD, SVW-88 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA3913307 02/25/2011, 03/- 04/2011, 03/11/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0152073 Title Order No. 10-8543336 Investor/Insurer No. 138274234 APN No. 037-490- 039-7 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/23/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: CRISENCIO LOPEZ, A SINGLE MAN, AND KENNETH ROSENSTIEL, A SINGLE MAN, ALL AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 10/23/2006 and recorded 10/26/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0343624-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 03/25/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance

to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 40 MERGANSER COURT, OAKLEY, CA, 945611687. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $526,731.02. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speciﬁed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 02/- 20/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Ofﬁcer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3893977 02/25/2011, 03/04/2011, 03/11/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011

Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap. com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-730-2727 ASAP# 3889581 02/25/2011, 03/04/2011, 03/11/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 08-0065610 Title Order No. 08-8238937 Investor/Insurer No. APN No. 068-071-004-3 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 12/20/- 2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: JEANETTE THOMAS, A SINGLE WOMAN, dated 12/20/2004 and recorded 01/07/05, as Instrument No. 2005- 0007310-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 03/11/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 505 KEAN AVENUE, ANTIOCH, CA, 945090000. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $238,688.20. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 09/- 24/2008 RECONTRUST COMPANY 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., SV2-202 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3905322 02/11/2011, 02/- 18/2011, 02/25/2011 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: February 11, 18, 25, 2011 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Perfect Smiles Family Dentistry at 4510 O’Hara Boulevard, Suite C, Brentwood, CA 94513 The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on 12/28/- 07 under file number 2007- 0009995. (*) 1. David Cartago, 316 So. Overlook Drive, San Ramon, CA 94583; 2. Charmaine M. Kennedy, 316 S. Overlook Drive, San Ramon, CA 94583; 3. Rochelle Baraceros, 4170 Rockcreek Drive, Danville, CA 94506 (**) This business was conducted by: a General Partnership Signature: Charmaine Kennedy This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County in the date indicated by file stamp above. Date: January 19, 2011 By: M. Barajas, Deputy Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 430709CA Loan No. 3062011261 Title Order No. 602118900 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 03-22-2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 03-18- 2011 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 03-29-2006, Book , Page , Instrument 2006-009574600 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: BRYAN TEDFORD AND, MARIA DEFALCO TEDFORD, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 3, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 8655, FILED APRIL 7, 2003, MAP BOOK 453, PAGE 10, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $578,377.22(estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 15 CLARE COURT OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN Number: 034390-003 The undersigned Trustee dis-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0151729 Title Order No. 10-8543171 Investor/Insurer No. 1698683471 APN No. 032- 351-024-8 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/10/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: JOHN M. ESCOBEDO AND HELEN A. ESCOBEDO, dated 05/10/2005 and recorded 05/19/05, as Instrument No. 2005-0178876-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 03/- 25/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3607 WELLS ROAD, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $297,932.38. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 02/- 25/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA3890404 02/25/2011, 03/- 04/2011, 03/11/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: February 25, March 4, 11, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 432212CA Loan No. 3012289405 Title Order No. 602123186 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12-22-2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 03-18- 2011 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 01-03-2007, Book , Page , Instrument 2007-000104100 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: CORY J FLIES, A SINGLE MAN, SCHAUN L ELLIS, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Finan-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-10-400769-CT Order #: 100679113-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/23/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank speciﬁed in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 10-07631-3 CA Loan No. 0153718937 Title Order No. 100682764-CA-MSI APN 0344200647 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED April 20, 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On March 17, 2011, at 10:00 AM, at the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA, Fidelity National Title Company, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on April 25, 2006, as Instrument No. 20060128289- 00 and re-recorded on July 11, 2006, as Instrument No. 2006- 021798800 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, CA, executed by: VICTOR RUBIO AND ROYA RUBIO, HUSBAND AND WIFE , as Trustor, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 737 SOLITUDE DRIVE, OAKLEY, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto). The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 10-11893-6. Loan No. 0031539885 Title Order No. 644431 APN 037-192-017 N/K/- A 037-500-078 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED December 15, 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On March 17, 2011, at 10:00 AM, at the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA, Power Default Services, Inc., as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on December 22, 2006, as Instrument No. 2006040886000 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, CA, executed by: KHALID HOSENY AND HAMIDA HOSENY, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 14 VIGNOLA COURT, OAKLEY, CA The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto). The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee- s Sale is estimated to be $534,976.95 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary- s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier- s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee- s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. DATE: 2/19/2011 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., Trustee By: Fidelity National Title Company, its agent 17592 E. 17th Street, Suite 300, Tustin, CA 92780, 714508-5100 By: Michael Busby, Authorized

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Events Friday, Feb. 25 ‘Scarlet Pimpernel’ Heritage High’s Rising Stars present the musical “Scarlet Pimpernel” at 7 p.m. in the Heritage High School Theatre. Performances are also scheduled for Feb. 26 and March 3, 4 and 5. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students. For more information, e-mail suescal@comcast.net.

Wine-tasting Fundraiser A wine-tasting fundraiser benefiting First Tee of Contra Costa is held from 6-10 p.m. at Lone Tree Golf Course & Event Center in Antioch. The $45 admission includes a silent auction. To sign up or for more information, call 925706-4232.

Delta Newcomers Book Club Join the Delta Newcomers Book Club at 12:30 p.m. at Starbucks in Slatten Ranch for a discussion of David Ebershoff’s “The Nineteenth Wife.” For more information, call 925-625-5473.

Crack Crabs for Krey The Krey Parents Club hosts a Crack Crabs for Krey crab feed at 6 p.m. at Veterans Hall in Brentwood. The $40 admission includes a 50/50 raffle and silent and live auctions. Proceeds benefit Krey Elementary students. For more information, call 925-513-6400.

Saturday, Feb. 26 Organ Concert At 7: 30 p.m., organist Don Pearson performs French organ music on the 958 Trillium Masterpiece Pipe-Digital Organ at St. Ignatius of Antioch Church, 3351 Contra Loma Blvd. in Antioch. A French reception will follow, and a free-will offering will be taken. For more information, call 925-778-0768.

Relay for Life Benefit Concert Foreverland, a 14-piece Michael Jackson tribute band, performs at 8 p.m. in Antioch’s El Campanil Theatre, 602 W. Second St. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society Relay for Life. Tickets are $30 for adults; $25 for seniors and juniors. Loge seating is $40. For more information, call 925-757-9500.

Tommy’s Train Troubles Puppet Show The Oakley Library, 1050 Neroly Road, sponsors a train-themed puppet show from the amazing Puppet Arts Theatre at 2 p.m. The free program is open to all ages. Stay after the show for a behind-the-scenes look at puppeteering. For more information, call 925-625-2400.

Bach, Beethoven and Brahms The Contra Costa Chamber Orchestra presents The 3 B’s: Bach, Beethoven and Brahms at Los Medanos College Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. For more information, e-mail nrloomba@aol.com.

Crab Feed and Comedy Night The Sutter Delta Medical Center Auxiliary sponsors a Crab Feed and Comedy Night at VFW Post 6435, 815 Fulton Shipyard Road in Antioch, at 6 p.m. The $40 admission includes crab, spaghetti, green salad, garlic bread, coffee and dessert. To order tickets or for more information, call 925-778-2150 or 925-276-8652.

Education Wins E-Waste Recycle Day Help save the planet and raise money for the LUHSD ED Foundation while you’re at it. The free E-Waste Recycle Day event runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at The Streets of Brentwood. Monetary donations to the Foundation are welcome. For a list of accepted items to recycle, visit www.educationwins.org.

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John Muir Health Festival Join in a day of fun and healthy activities, including screenings, free walk-in activities, fun for the kids and informational speakers at the John Muir Health Outpatient Center, 2400 Balfour Road in Brentwood, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information, call 925-308-8050.

Monday, Feb. 28 Delta Informal Gardeners Delta Informal Gardeners’ monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the Brentwood Community Methodist Church, 809 Second St., features speaker Brian Kemble, curator of Ruth Bancroft Gardens of Walnut Creek. For more information, call 925-634-4088.

Tuesday, March 1 Antioch Riverview Garden Club The Antioch Riverview Garden Club meets at 7 p.m. at 501 W. 18th St. to hear UC Berkeley Professor of Biometeorology and Environmental Science Dennis Baldocchi speak on “Water Problem for Antioch,” especially regarding the levees in the Delta. Guests and new members are always welcome. For more information, call 925-439-4483.

Brentwood Blood Drive The American Red Cross holds a blood drive from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Golden Hills Community Church, 2401 Shady Willow Lane. To schedule an appointment or for more information, call 800-733-2767.

Guys Read Book Club The Oakley Library, 1050 Neroly Road, hosts a Guys Read Book Club from 3:30-4:30 p.m. for guys in fourth, fifth and sixth grades. Registration is required, so visit the library to sign up and pick up the first book selection. For more information, call 925-625-2400.

Sign-ups East Diablo IMPACT Tryouts Tryouts for boys and girls interested in taking their soccer to the next level are held Feb. 2627 at the Liberty High School stadium: U9-U10 from noon-1 p.m.; U11-U12 from 1:15-2:45 p.m.; U13 from 3-4:30 p.m.; and U14 from 4:306 p.m. For more information or to sign up, visit www.edysl.net or e-mail doc@edysl.net.

Delta Patriots Youth Football & Cheer The Delta Patriots Youth Football and Cheer is seeking players for its championship level teams and nationally ranked cheer squads for ages 5-14. There are no tryouts or cuts; everyone plays! Sign-ups start March 1 at www. deltapatriots.com.

Warrior Elite Girls Sign-ups The Warrior Elite is seeking fourth- to eighthgrade girls to fill its 2011 rosters. For tryout dates, tournament schedules, player and coaching requirements, plus information about the Little Warriors program for thirdgraders starting in June, visit www.eteamz. com/warriorelite.

Deer Valley Youth Football The Deer Valley Youth Football Association holds tryouts in Antioch for players 7-14 and cheerleaders 5-14 on March 5 and March 19 at Deer Valley Plaza, 4500 Lone Tree Way, and March 1, 15 and 29 at Round Table Pizza, 4504 Lone Tree Way. For more information, call 925-473-5215.

Football and Cheer Coaches Needed Deer Valley Youth Football is seeking people

interested in coaching football and cheer. For more information, call 925-473-5215 or e-mail info@dvyf.org.

Hoops Unlimited Hoops Unlimited, Oakley’s only nonprofit 1112-year-old boys’ basketball organization, has openings for serious players. Practice is held Fridays from 7-8:30 p.m. at the O’Hara Park School gymnasium. For more information, call 925-813-1258 or e-mail hoops_unlimited@ yahoo.com.

Youth Tee Ball The Youth Tee Ball Baseball League is seeking boys and girls 3-6 to sign up for this fun program. All games are played in Antioch. For more information or to register, visit www.alloutsportsleague.com or call 925-203-5626.

Delta Diamondbacks The 10U Delta Diamondbacks are looking for a travel-ball player. For a tryout or more information, call 925-548-9704.

Hospice Volunteers Needed Hospice of the East Bay is looking for residents who are motivated, committed and want to make a difference in the lives of hospice patients. To volunteer or for more information, call 925887-5678 and ask for the Volunteer Department.

iPlay Youth Volleyball The iPlay Youth Volleyball League is taking registrations for the spring season from March 26 through May 21. Visit www.iplayvbleague.com for more information and to print registration forms.

All Out Volleyball The All Out Youth Volleyball League in Antioch is accepting online sign-ups for children 8-16 at www.alloutsportsleague.com. For more information, call 925-203-5626.

Friendly Visitors Needed Friendly Visitors is looking for caring and compassionate volunteers 18 and older to visit lonely seniors in their homes for one hour per week. Share a cup of tea, watch a movie, play cards or take a walk together. For more information, visit www.mowsos.org or call 925937-8311.

All Out Basketball & Cheer The All Out Sports League Youth Basketball & Cheer is accepting sign-ups for boys and girls 4-14. For more information, call 510-282-4986 or visit www.alloutsportsleague.com.

Nor Cal Softball Nor Cal Softball is holding tryouts for players 15-18 for its summer 2011 season. For more information, call 925-584-5979, e-mail dan9gom@aol.com or visit www.eteamz.com/ norcalsoftball1.

On the Horizon Spaghetti Feed The American Legion Auxiliary sponsors a Spaghetti Feed on Saturday, March 12 from 5-8 p.m. at Veterans Hall, 757 First St. in Brentwood. Admission is $10. To order tickets or for more information, call 925-634-3715 or 925-890-7357.

Seminar on Chronic Pain Kaleidoscope hosts a seminar on March 5 at 10:30 a.m. at the Byron United Methodist Church, 14671 Byron Highway. Kate Riley, a somatic psychotherapist, yoga teacher and California certified massage therapist, discusses If My Injury Has Healed, Why Do I Still Hurt? Space is limited, so RSVP at 925-634-1411 or visit www.info@kaleidoscope.org.

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Towers from page 4B “We look favorably on co-location on existing PG&E towers,” Wehrmeister said. “The city doesn’t have a telecommunications ordinance at the moment, but when applicants pull building permits, we always prefer that they go with a stealth option or a monopole design that blends with the desired location. We have about 30 locations throughout the city, which hold 46 antenna structures. We have one on a water tower and another is located in a church steeple. We try to hide them as best we can.” Wehrmeister said the city will eventually need a telecommunications ordinance, but due to budget cuts, her department has been reduced to herself and a city planner, so their time must be spent on more pressing projects. Since telecommunication technology is becoming more prevalent in our society, more and more cities are seeing the need for a local ordinance to help regulate the structures needed to facilitate wireless communication. As the technology is new and conclusive evidence is lacking, health questions pinball from person to person much like signals between cell towers. While East County cities seem to have a firm grasp – if not an appreciation for – existing rules, some Bay Area cities are moving ahead with rules of their own. Last year, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors approved a landmark ordinance that would require cell phone retailers to post the specific absorption rate of its products. Much like the way fast-food restaurants display calories per item on their menus boards, San Francisco officials wanted their residents to know what they were getting into before buying. A month after the ordinance was passed last June, the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association sued the city, stating that the ordinance is unnecessary as the FCC regulates cell phone safety and no phone sold in the United States may give off more than 1.6 watts per kilogram. The case will go before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California later this year. In Oregon, the state government is considering approving a law that would require warning labels on the packaging of cell phones sold in the state. Sen. Chip Shields sponsored the bill as a way to combat potential health risks now rather than wait 20 years down the line for studies to show that there are indeed health risks. Cigarettes, asbestos and lead paint were originally believed to be safe, he notes, but researchers and the public now know better. If passed, the law will also require retailers to place a sticker on the back of each device as further warning to consumers. So the debate rages on. Nielsen suggests that concerned residents write to their congressional representatives and ask them to push for more definitive studies. Until the federal government can provide more answers, residents and local government agencies will continue asking questions, including the proverbial “Can you hear me now?” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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