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Otters splash into fifth season by Dawnmarie Fehr

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The Discovery Bay River Otters (DBRO) swim team is gearing up for another year of swimming for the gold. Now in its fifth season, the team has begun practices in preparation for a busy season. “We are very excited about this season,” said Rick Pierce, DBRO president. “We have a great coaching staff in place and are currently participating in our second season in the Mid Valley Swim League.” Rick Pierce and his wife Melissa began the team five years ago, when they decided that their water-based town needed its own swim league. “We approached the Town of Discovery Bay about starting a team,” Pierce said. “The following spring, the River Otters started with 80 swimmers.”

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Sophia Castellon makes her way down the lane during the Discovery Bay Otter’s first practice of the season this week. The team is gearing up for its fifth season of competition. To lead the team, Pierce called on Haley Young, who was excited about the opportunity to lead a brand-new swim team. “Rick and Melissa had a vision for the River Otters to

have fun while learning correct swimming technique,” Young explained. “Since I share the same philosophy, becoming the head coach was an easy decision.” Born and raised in East

County, Young began her swim career on the Brentwood Dolphins swim team at the age of 4. By her freshman year of high see Splash page 26A

ECCFPD outlines plan for elected board “ We are going to be moving toward the

by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

Over 90 percent of voters approved the measure to reduce the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District Board from nine to five, according to a postelection report released by the agency this week. Just over 18 percent of registered voters went to the polls on March 6, with 90.5 percent of them voting to reduce the number of board members. A total of 11,772 ballots were cast. “We are going to be moving toward the elected board at a Nov. 6 election,” said Fire Chief Brian Helmick. “We will find out those results near Nov. 8, and the new elected board will be taking their seats on Dec. 7.”

elected board at a Nov. 6 election. We will find out those results near Nov. 8 and the new elected board will be taking their seats on Dec. 7.

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Fire Chief Brian Helmick Board members have historically been assigned: four selected by the Brentwood City Council; three by the Oakley City Council; and two by the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors. Now, however, the board will be reduced to five members, with the seats filled using an at-large format. Prospective candidates for the new board may reside anywhere in the 249-squaremile district, which covers

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Library donor wall deadline is near by Aly Brown Staff Writer

Day by day, the structure at the corner of Oak and Third streets transforms into one of Brentwood’s most anticipated buildings – a multilevel library with a cafe, patio, community rooms and more – and the deadline for donors to add their name to its walls is rapidly approaching. Those who would like their names listed on the Keystone Donor Circle wall in one of the donation tiers beginning as low as $100 have until May 31 to contribute. Names can also be placed in rooms and on other features throughout the building for $10,000 or more. Lesher Foundation is a key donor whose name is expected to be placed in the courtyard, and the Brentwood Library Foundation recently secured a commitment from Fremont Bank for $30,000. “Our fundraising plan set a goal of $625,000, and so far we have raised about $440,000,” said Diane Alexander, Brentwood Library Foundation president. “The city had to cut back on their original

plans, so we have been trying to fill in when possible. The Friends of the Brentwood Library donated $20,000 for lighted benches in the courtyard and will be donating $40,000 toward books.” The library’s original design featured elements that were later substituted in the plans to mitigate growing expenses, but thanks to the power of fundraising through the Brentwood Library Foundation and the Friends of the Brentwood Library, several of those features have returned to the final plan. One example was the wood siding for the community room wall that was proposed to be replaced with tile in May 2017. The Foundation gave $130,000 for a wood wall in the community room, a publicaddress system, the children’s section portal, carpet changes and additions, and the landing bench at the stairwell leading to the mezzanine – a partial second story overlooking the first floor. “The substantial completion work will be done anywhere between July and August, and it will take the library a little over a month to move in, so that’s why we’re hold-

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Diane Alexander, Brentwood Library Foundation president ing off opening until September, because we want to make sure they’re 100 percent ready,” said Gail Leech, City of Brentwood management analyst. “We have state-of-theart facilities that we’re building. There will be some awesome reading spaces upstairs and a makerspace for crafting. There will be a lot of good public meeting spaces.” Leech said the city was in talks with a potential vendor hoping to rent the cafe portion of the community room, though the official business is yet to be announced. While the cafe won’t generate revenue for

the library itself – rent will be paid to the city – Alexander said the library will still benefit from the transaction. “When the city earns money, it helps us, because they support us with extra (library staff) hours,” Alexander said. New brochures are hot off the press containing the library’s floor plans, which feature everything from a teen center and laptop lending machines to a Friends of the Brentwood Library bookstore along with multiple places to find a cozy reading corner. Alexander said a grand-opening celebration for the entire community will possibly take place in September. “So far, dozens of organizations and individuals have made donations, which will be recognized on (the Keystone Donor Circle) wall,” said Alexander. “Others have expressed an interest, and we are eager that anyone who would like to see their donation recognized gets a chance to be listed.” The deadline to donate to secure a place on the wall is May 31. For more information on the donation tiers, visit www. brentwoodlibraryfoundation.org. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

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SoCal water district to fund WaterFix by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) Board of Directors voted on Tuesday, April 10, to approve funding for nearly two-thirds of the cost to build the twin tunnels, key components in the California WaterFix project. “Two tunnels better accomplishes WaterFix’s co-equal goals of improving the environment and securing supply reliability,” said Jeffrey Kightlinger, MWD general manager. “With them, we’re better able to capture the high flows of big storms that climate change is expected to bring. We’ll better address the reverse flows that disrupt the Delta’s ecology. And we’ll have more flexibility to operate the water delivery system.” The vote passed by a wide margin, 6139. The cities of San Diego and Los Angeles both opposed the project, but MWD member agencies in Orange County and elsewhere in Southern California easily overcame the objections of the two largest cities in MWD’s service area. The vote represented an abrupt change of direction for MWD. Just over a week ago, Kightlinger announced plans to, for all intents and purposes, abandon the two-tunnel approach in favor of a staged approach in which a single, larger tunnel would be constructed with the option of adding a second tunnel in the future. The decision appeared to signal the demise of the twin-tunnel plan, which already suffered from a lack of wide-

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spread support among the agencies expected to bear the burden of the project’s nearly $17 billion cost. However, a contingent within MWD’s member agencies remained committed to the twin-tunnel approach. In a memo to MWD directors and member agency managers dated April 6, Kightlinger wrote: “On Monday, I reported to you that staff plans to bring forward to Tuesday’s board meeting a recommendation for Metropolitan to fund its share of a potential first stage of California WaterFix, which would include two intakes, a single tunnel and a capacity of 6,000 cfs (cubic feet per second). “Since then, a number of Metropolitan directors have requested that the option presented at the Feb. 27 board workshop for Metropolitan to finance California WaterFix at a level that would allow the full project to move forward also be brought to the board for consideration.” MWD directors were presented two options in Tuesday’s meeting. Option 1 called for funding 47 percent of an $11.1 billion cost to build a single tunnel as part of a staged approach. The cost associated with Option 1 was $5.2 billion. Option 2 called for the construction of both tunnels at once and MWD’s commiting to fund 64.6 percent of the $16.7 billion cost. That equated to a total commitment of $10.8 billion. Kightlinger recommended the adoption of Option 1, reasoning that the financial risk presented by Option 2 outweighed the benefits of that approach.

disappointing but not unexpected. Disappointing, since at each juncture we keep hoping we’ve seen the final nail in the coffin.

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Jan McCleery Save the California Delta Alliance president “Despite MWD’s approval to fund 64.6 percent or more of the twin tunnels’ total costs, it is still unclear as to who will be financing the remainder of the project after Central Valley Project contractors said they would not fund the project and Santa Clara Valley Water District voted to only participate in a one-tunnel project,” said Restore the Delta Executive Director Barbara BarriganParilla, a staunch opponent of WaterFix. “Without major State Water Project and Central Valley Project contractors on board, MWD will have to recruit private investors to create a private-public partnership – a clear attempt to undo protections of California water as a public trust resource. Without private investors, MWD’s ability to spend more than $10.8 billion on project costs could further burden Southern Californians with even higher tax increases than currently presented. Gov. Jerry Brown, who has been the

driving force behind WaterFix, brought some political pressure to bear on the MWD directors. On Monday, April 9, Brown sent a letter to MWD that read, in part, “Staging its construction may seem plausible, but it will actually risk serious delay in permitting and jeopardize the entire project. Overall, the cost will, of course, rise. That is why I urge the board to support the full project – without delay ... Your perseverance during the last decade has led California to this moment. Please don’t back away now.” Adoption of Option 1 would have created some practical problems for the project. It would likely have required a new environmental impact report (EIR). It would have also have required an additional set of hearings for the Department of Water Resources in its bid to get construction permits issued by the State Water Resources Control Board. These additional steps would have set the project back months. “The vote was disappointing but not unexpected. Disappointing, since at each juncture we keep hoping we’ve seen the final nail in the coffin,” said Jan McCleery, president of the Save the California Delta Alliance. “We know the tunnels are not cost-effective and are not guaranteed to produce another drop of water, assuming the tunnels will be operated responsibly. Obviously it means the water exporters have no commitment to responsible operations. Thus, the lawsuit wars see WaterFix page 15A

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A rather average-looking plot of land situated in the center of Oakley offers few clues to its long history as a productive vineyard or to the generations of the Romiti family who have been its caretakers, but its days as a vineyard are drawing to a close. Brothers Bernard and Frank Romiti are the current owners of the 10acre property located on Oakley Road. Over time, it has been hemmed in by encroaching residential and commercial development, and the property, consisting of eight acres of vines and two homes, is now up for sale with an asking price of $5 million. “(I’m) the last of the family that wants to do any farming,” said Frank, explaining why the brothers put the property on the market. “I took it on after I semiretired to help my dad. I just continued since he passed away, doing what I do around here. At this point, I’m the last one interested in farming. I’m at the point where I’m getting up there in age, too. I don’t know how much longer I can do it. It’s time to let it go.” Joe and Clemantina Romiti, grandparents to Bernard and Frank, settled in Jackson after immigrating to the states from Italy. Joe then worked as a stone crusher for a gold mining operation. After the birth of three

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Frank Romiti, above, and his brother Bernard, are selling their 10-acre property in Oakley, which has been in the family for generations. daughters, the family moved to Oakley and three sons were added to the family. They bought the plot in 1930 for $4,000. According to Frank, it was purchased from the National Bank of Oakley. The bank had taken possession of the land after an embezzlement scheme involving a bank manager and a

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150 years old. “My dad was telling me even in the ’40s that the vineyard was about 100 years old already,” said Bernard. “The vineyard was already here when they bought the property.” Grapes were not the only crop grown here. Approximately three acres of almond trees shared the land with the vineyard until sometime in the late ’90s, when they were pulled out and replaced with grapevines. “A lot of the almonds got diseased here,” explained Frank. Joe and Clemantina built their first home on the property in 1936, and a second was added in 1966. They continued to purchase farm land around Oakley and eventually came to own four separate parcels. Over the years, the other parcels have been sold off. East Contra Costa Fire Protection District Station 53 on O’Hara Avenue sits on what was once Romiti farmland. St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, also on O’Hara Avenue, sits on former Romiti property, too. Frank and Bernard’s land is the last Romiti parcel that is still farmed. The land is leased to a local farmer who does most of the work, though Frank, now 72 years old, still works the land. He said last year the vineyard produced 27 tons of grapes on eight acres that is see Vineyard page 8A

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The long-awaited eBART system is still on track to roll into Antioch in May, according to a recent project update from BART Board Director Joel Keller. The 10-mile extension will shuffle riders between the existing Pittsburg/Bay Point BART Station and a new Antioch station on Slatten Ranch Road, east of Hillcrest Avenue. “This (eBART system) will avoid all that (congestion on Highway 4),” said Keller, who noted that BART will announce this month the exact timing of the opening. The operation will run on the regular BART schedule with trips between the two locations taking about 10 minutes and costing $2 with a clipper card or $2.50 using a paper ticket. Unlike conventional BART cars that operate on a heavy rail and draw power to the electric motor from a paddle on the train that touches a third rail, the new system will use diesel multiple units (DMU) that operate on a standard-gauge rail. The new trains are equipped with an electric motor and a diesel engine, with the engines providing the energy for the motor. Three DMUs can be linked together to accommodate up to 600 passengers at a time. The new enterprise cost is $524 million, with the biggest chunk of money coming from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, which collects bridge tolls and allocates funds all over the region. Funds from sales taxes, allocated by the Contra Costa Transportation Authority, were used, along with money from the state and funds from other East Contra Costa transportation commissions. In addition, the City of Pitts-

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an outstanding family and of service to Oakley since its beginning.” Neither Bernard nor Frank are exactly sure what they’ll do after the sale is complete. Bernard, who currently lives in Antioch, talks about moving out of state, while Frank is considering a move to the Redding area to be close to a son, though he says he has not yet convinced his wife of the plan. Overlooking the vineyard on a warm spring morning, Frank, perhaps feeling the weight of the generations who cared for the vineyards before him or considering his own life lived so close to the land, said simply, “I’m going to miss this place.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net To view a video, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia

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Trust merger to protect farmland by Aly Brown Staff Writer

A recent merger between two land trusts focused on farmland protection has garnered support and hope from East County farmers. When Kathryn Lyddan, former executive director of Brentwood Agricultural Land Trust (BALT), left her seat to accept a position with the State Department of Conservation, the BALT board decided it was time to merge with Central Valley Farmland Trust (CVFT). According to Tom Bloomfield, owner of Bloomfield Cherries, the merger courtship transpired over the last two years and was finalized in December. The trust’s new name is California Farmland Trust. “I am very excited (to merge with CVFT), being a larger and more sustainable organization,” said Bloomfield, who also served on the BALT board prior to the merger. “Ours had gotten to the point where you had to grow to be sustainable. This is a very small ag area, and we probably shouldn’t have had our own local land trust, but the good thing was all of these local easements have landed in the lap of a very responsible organization that will steward throughout everyone’s lifetime.” Bloomfield went on to explain that CVFT was the go-to agricultural farm trust of the state and was issued mitigation funds when the construction of railways resulted in a loss of agriculture. “Those mitigation funds were given to CVFT, so they have been accredited twice, and annually, they have a thorough accreditation process, which is expensive, and small trusts for the most part can’t afford to do it,” he said. Within the farmland trust realm, accreditation is a mark of distinction, indicating that a trust meets high standards for land conservation. And the role of a farmland trust is to make sure agricultural easements – a deed restriction landowners voluntarily place on their property to protect its resources – are not being developed upon. BALT previously held nine easements, totaling approximately 850 acres, which were acquired by CVFT during the merger. “When you place an easement, you have to go out once a year to make sure no one is building on it that shouldn’t be, and sometimes other things happen that you have to deal with,” said Melanee Cottrill, California Farmland Trust associate director. “For instance, the Balfour Road widening project is actually happening on some of our properties, so we’re working with the city and the state, and they’re condemning that but then we’re getting a payout for it to protect other land. The government can condemn it, but then they have to make up for it elsewhere.” Land trusts don’t buy any land – they only hold the easement, Cottrill further explained. “When you buy land, you have rights that go with it. What the easement does is buy the development right and the owner gets a payout for giving up the right to develop it,” she said, noting the process to be an attempt to give farmers tempted by developers another route to earn money for their land while maintaining their farm. Bloomfield noted the last time farmland was preserved in Brentwood was about seven years ago. “(The merger is) going to be good

for those farmers in Brentwood who sold easements and are going to have a responsible agency overseeing that part of their property that has a restriction on it,” said Bloomfield. Other local farmers agree. “We at Cecchini & Cecchini and First Generation Farmers believe the merger of BALT and CVFT will give farmers more options to protect their farmland. We also love the new name California Farmland Trust,” said Barbara Cecchini, co-owner. Programs being developed within the newly formed California Farmland Trust include Raley’s Field Trips on the Farm. Paid for with funds from Raley’s, the land trust will host field trips that bring fourth- to sixthgrade students to a working farm and then to the Raley’s produce department to showcase how local food goes from farm to fork. Marsh Creek Elementary School in Brentwood has already secured a trip for its students. Along with a new name, partners and programs, California Farmland Trust has also identified a new mission statement: to help farmers protect the best farmland in the world. This claim is substantiated by figures that showcase the U.S. as being one of the top four food-producing countries in the world, according to Investopedia. And the USDA indicates California ranks above the other 49 states, producing 99 percent of the U.S. production of almonds, artichokes, dates, figs, raisins, kiwi, olives, cling peaches, dried plums, pomegranates, rice and walnuts and nearly 95 percent of the nation’s apricots, grapes, lemons, mandarin, nectarines, plums and

“ (The merger is) going to be good for those farmers in Brentwood who sold easements and are going to have a responsible agency overseeing that part of their property that has a restriction on it.

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Tom Bloomfield, owner Bloomfield Cherries strawberries. In terms of how nonfarming residents can help protect these farms, Cottrill said to pay attention to talks of moving the urban limit line and vote wisely. “Whenever a city council speaks of moving the urban limit line, that means development can appear in spaces once set aside for agriculture,” said Cottrill. “The land we protect has to be farmed. There are other organizations that do open space, but we’re in the business of making sure people have food. Without the farmland, the water rights, the politics, nothing else matters. Generally speaking, when people see land on the edge of town, they see open space that can be built on, and we want to change that perception – protecting agriculture keeps our food local, fresher and sustainable.” For more information on California Farmland Trust, visit http://cafarmtrust.org. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

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The subject of bees has been a popular discussion on social media over the past week. B & B Bees posted on Nextdoor, asking residents to contact them if they see a swarm of bees instead of calling a local pesticide company. B & B will retrieve the bees and put them to work in beehives. They can be reached at 925-978-7193.

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A GoFundMe page was set-up by LooseRooster.com promoting Bee Lives Matter. This program is trying to raise funds to promote and support bees in Brentwood and Discovery Bay. They are encouraging the public to gain experience, education and participate with long-term beekeeping that will benefit our local area agriculture. Residents can sponsor a beehive by going to their GoFundMe page.

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We know the upcoming warm weather brings more bees to our area, but it also brings a threat of grass fires. East Contra Costa Fire Protection District took to social media recommending that every homeowner have defensible space around their houses before the vegetation starts to dry out. It is never too early to prepare for fire season in the State of California. Visit www. readyforwildfire.org/Defensible-Space for tips.

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Warm weather also brings out the Food Trucks in Discovery Bay. This fun family-friendly event was posted on Facebook and will take place on the second Wednesday of the month at the Discovery Bay Community Center, 1601 Discovery Bay Blvd. Folks are encouraged to enjoy the gourmet food, craft beer and wine, live music and shopping and to bring lawn chairs or blankets. This event is free for anyone under 21 years old and $5 for anyone 21 years or older.

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If you want to get a deal on warm weather apparel, then head over to Reef Apparel on the Marina in Discovery Bay. The store is closing its doors on May 1. Everything in the store is 50 percent off. That warm weather apparel may come in handy if you plan on attending the Discovery Bay Yacht Club Opening Day Boat Parade taking place on Saturday, April 14. The parade will begin at noon. This free event is open to everyone to celebrate the first official day of boating on the Delta.

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Editor: Marsh Creek Elementary would like to thank our sponsors for their generosity with our fundraiser, The BIG Event. With their support and the support of our guests, the fundraiser was a great success – Fit4Mom Brentwood, BeginAgains 4 Kids, GotA-Party, SMS Productions, Luna & Sutherland LLP, Max Muscle, Brilliant Law Firm, Rieke Family Donation, Morgan Aiello-Hackworth Real Estate and Robert Formicola – FG Automotive Graphics Design. A very special thank-you to Brentwood Rotary for their incredible support and generous donation in helping Marsh Creek Parents’ Club to purchase a climbing wall for the school. Emily Arikat Brentwood

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Editor: In November, The Press reported ‘Knightsen outraged over tax increase.’ That outrage resulted from the Knightsen Town Community Services District (KTCSD) quadrupling the parcel tax for drainage and flood control without giving adequate notice to the community about the tax increase. Since October, many residents of the small town of Knightsen have been attending monthly KTCSD meetings to express concern about the tax and to ask questions of the board. KTCSD has been completely unresponsive to community members’ questions and concerns. In November, more than 65 residents of the small community submitted a ‘concerned citizens’ letter that KTCSD has refused to respond to or even acknowledge. At a recent meeting, a KTCSD

board member publicly stated they would not respond to the letter or even acknowledge the letter because they didn’t have to. Additional constituent letters have been sent without response or even acknowledgement. We have resorted to sending letters via certified mail, so we have proof the correspondence has been received, since the board will not acknowledge receipt of our correspondence. Now, the most recent letter sent to KTCSD via certified mail has been returned to sender as ‘unclaimed.’ Thus, it seems apparent that the latest strategy by KTCSD is to refuse to even receive mail from constituents. KTCSD continues to pursue a course of action without regard to community opinion. Community members want responses to questions and concerns and are fed up with being ignored by board members ... our supposed representatives. Paul Kunkel Knightsen

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Facebook has positives and negatives There has been a lot of negative press about Facebook lately, with the discovery that our privacy has been hacked. Although I am not comfortable with that, I am fully aware that if I choose to continue to use social media of any kind, Senior I subject myself orner to other people knowing my business. Personally, I have no deep dark secrets, and I take precautions on what I open. But to think that I can post a picture of a cereal Marla box and get an ad Luckhardt for Rice Krispies 10 minutes later is a tad disturbing. That said, I still enjoy seeing pictures of grandchildren and dogs and people I haven’t seen in many years. Last week was the one-year anniversary of my mom’s passing. It made for a very hard year, but one thing that helped me get through it – besides family and friends – was the Facebook page of my hometown. We moved from Brooklyn to a tiny town on Long Island (the suburbs). Mom and Dad’s brandnew $18,000 home was a 1,485-squarefoot palace. It was on a little island within the town of Island Park, called Harbor Isle. The only way to our house was over one of two small bridges, and it

consisted of 13 streets of houses, a small beach club and a marina at the far back of the island. While scrolling though Facebook one day, I found a site specifically for those of us that grew up in my town during the ’60s and ’70s. My curiosity was piqued, and I started to read through all the posts and marvel at the pictures. It was my childhood and the history of that little village (yes, we called it a village), and every photo brought back memories and a smile. There was one of everything on the main street of downtown I.P. We had one drug store, one supermarket, a dry cleaner, a Catholic church and a synagogue. We had the one elementary school and a junior high – the high school was in the next town. Our restaurants were all family owned, and everyone knew everyone. It was a cross between Mayberry and, as David Seltzer calls it, “The Wonder Years.” In the summer, the whole family could enjoy the beach club for $50 a season. A small but ample place to enjoy the sun and water, I would walk the four blocks from our home early in the morning and return when it closed or if we got rained off the beach. It had a great jukebox that played three songs for a quarter. You could dance on the concrete slab and buy snacks from Eli and his brother George, who ran the concession. For about $.50, I could get

lunch and a soda! The men would set up tables on the weekend and play pinochle, and the moms brought their Mah Jong sets always keeping one eye on us and one on their tiles. We avoided the large jellyfish that came in August and used our towels to scoop up the little guppies – the original version of catch and release. On July 4, we walked over the bridge to Casino Beach and watched the most amazing fireworks overhead while lying on blankets. Safety was always a factor, but fear was not. It was very normal for us to ride our bikes or walk all around the area and go home when the streetlights came on. The only exception was Halloween, when we were out after dark in force. It was always a little chilly, and a lot of us had a jacket on over our costumes, but the plastic mask with the elastic band told everyone we were Snow White or Superman. Even with several bags and a lot of planning, it was not unusual for my mom to run out of candy. I would pit stop at home and empty my pillow case that was filled to the brim, and she would recycle some before I left again for round two of trick or treating. The winters were cold and snowy but magical. We had electrical brownouts and blackouts, and on Nov. 9, my dad was stuck in the tunnel on the Long Island Railroad with their wedding anniversary cake. Mom and I had our

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Heritage softball team wins Fresno tourney by Nate Smith Correspondent

Heritage softball team fired on all cylinders last weekend in Fresno, as the Patriots won five straight games to claim the title at the Washington Union Tournament. The Patriots split a pair of games the previous week, despite being without top pitcher Delia Scott. Scott was able to return for the tournament, which allowed her and Paige Sasser to split pitching duties during a dominating five-game run. Heritage allowed only nine runs in the five games combined. Scott was especially dominant during a 9-1 win over MonachePorterville in Saturday’s championship game. Heritage started the tournament with a 6-2 win over St. Francis-Sacramento. They won three games the next day, including an 11-2 shellacking of 10-6-1 CentralFresno in the third game. The Grizzlies team has played very well this year and won some big games, including a key victory over San Benito, one of the top teams in the Central Coast Section. “We beat some pretty good teams in this tournament, especially Central,” said Heritage coach Ron Rivers. “Central did not get anyone past second base after the first inning, which was a testament to both our pitching and our defense.” The solid defense was spearheaded by junior infielder Xiara Diaz. Diaz was named tournament MVP after hitting one home run, repeatedly getting on base and making numerous plays in the field. “Xiara was diving, catching balls and throwing people out from her knees,” Riv-

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ers said. “Juju (Juliana Sargent) was also on fire this tournament and got a lot of interest from a ton of scouts who were here watching.” Sargent and Morgan Hess both earned all-tournament honors. Hess made some great catches in the outfield during the title game win over Monache and set the table for the Patriots’ lineup. The power in the lineup, however, was supplied by senior Loyola Marymount commit Riley Ehlen and Sasser. Ehlen homered four times in the five

games, while Sasser added three shots of her own. Diaz and Sargent each added a home run, giving Heritage nine round-trippers during the five games. “We were constantly hitting the ball, and we were consistent in the circle as well,” Rivers added. “We just played really well all around. We played a lot of teams who do well down here. We had a lot of fun, bonded with each other and enjoyed a solid run on the diamond.” Heritage, which also had an impressive

nonleague win over Tracy, does not play this coming week but will need to keep its momentum going into the following week. The Patriots open Bay Valley Athletic League play on April 17 at Freedom. The two programs have shared the last three league titles. “We have to be ready to go right off the bat,” Rivers said. “We know each other real well, and we are both playing pretty solid right now. It’s going to be a tough league opener, so we need to keep this going.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net

Liberty Union High School District names hall of fame class Several decorated athletes and one historic team have been named to the 2018 Liberty Union High School District Athletic Hall of Fame. The recipients will be honored at the district’s 27th annual awards dinner, April 28, at 5:30 p.m., at Freedom High School, 1050 Neroly Road, in Oakley. The inductees are Cameron Gupton (Freedom), Joey Daniels (Freedom), Jordan Knox (Heritage), Keaton Lynn (Freedom), Joshua Melgoza (Liberty), Erica Pantle (Liberty coach), Bill Peters (Jack Ferrill award), Jack Byer (contributor) and the 2009 Freedom baseball team. Cameron Gupton Cameron Gupton participated in multiple sports at Freedom High School, including three years of track and field, three years of varsity basketball and two years of varsity football. As a member of the track-and-field team, Gupton participated in the 100-meter dash, 4x100-meter relay, long jump and high jump. During Gupton’s football

career at Freedom, he received several honors for his outstanding performance. In 2007, he was a first-team all-Bay Valley Athletic League football player as a defensive back. In 2008, he was named to the all-BVAL first team as a defensive back and running back, first-team AllEast Bay member and second-team All-Metro honorable mention as a defensive back. Gupton also received individual honors as a member of the Freedom High School football team. In 2007, he was the Team MVP, and in 2008, he was awarded the team’s Most Valuable Defensive Player award. Gupton’s career statistics for 2007 and 2008 on offense included 295 carries for 1,620 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns; 53 receptions for 642 yards and three touchdowns; and two passes completed for 72 yards and one touchdown.

On defense, Gupton had 66 tackles and is third in the school record book with eight career interceptions. On offense, he is sixth in single season rushing yards with 1,137 yards and seventh in career rushing yards with 1,620 total yards. In track and field, Gupton was a North Coast Section Qualifier in the 4x100-meter relay and high jump in 2006 and 2007. From 2007 to 2009, he lettered as a member of the Freedom High School varsity basketball team as a point guard and shooting guard. At the end of his high school career, Gupton earned a football scholarship to Idaho State University. He went on to become a four-year starter as a defensive back and a return specialist for Idaho State. In addition, Gupton was awarded the Michael Calley Award

for the Most Improved Player in 2013. After his successful career at Idaho State, Gupton went on to play defensive back for the Amarillo Venom in the Champions Indoor Football League. He also played professional American Football for the Finland-based Turku Trojans in 2016. Joey Daniels (softball) From an early age, Joey Daniels was destined to continue the proud Oakley tradition of softball greatness. She began school at Laurel Elementary, and by the time she was chosen on the O’Hara Park Middle School softball team, everyone around her could see her extraordinary poise, confidence and ability. In her freshman year at Freedom, she was a varsity starter and won multiple North Coast Section (NCS) championships during her tenure. She was not just a standout in athletics. Daniels was also an academic leader on campus, attaining the designation of NCS Scholar status in all four of see Hall page 20A

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Heritage off to another From Lion to Bobcat strong start on diamond by Michael Dixon Correspondent

While the program’s top players have been lost to graduation over the last two years, the beginning of Heritage’s baseball season is showing that the Patriots are still the team to beat in the Bay Valley Athletic League (BVAL). Heritage has opened its year by winning nine of its first 11 games. Included in that was a 1-0 win over Foothill, a common pick as the top team in North Coast Section (NCS). “It’s a young, but very coachable team,” coach Kevin Brannan said. “They’ve responded well in adjusting from junior varisty baseball (and in some cases, freshman) to varsity speed of the game. We are starting three sophomores and three or four players new to the varsity team. This group has the potential to be pretty good for the next few years.” While the team is young, the Patriots do have a number of key returning players. They include seniors like third baseman Stephen Murphy, catcher Oscar Murray, outfielder Aidan Quinn and pitchers Bryson Kinnick and Jacob Jackson. Notable newcomers include outfielder Jeffrey Heinrich and fellow junior, pitcher and first baseman Steven

Kerr. The sophomore class is represented well with shortstop Ryan Jackson, second baseman Chaz Myers and utility man Keith Jones all in the starting lineup. Heritage has been the BVAL’s top baseball team for several seasons. As such, the league clearly runs through them. But Brannan knows regardless of who is favored to win the league or any given game, what happens on the field is what will matter. “We really do look at all of our league games as a test,” he said. “While we may be considered a favorite in many of those games, that is meaningless when dealing with teenage boys. With a short 10-game league schedule to crown a champion, it comes down to the team with the fewest hiccups. There is no time in a 10-game schedule to make up for a loss.” In addition to the 10 league games, another big game on Heritage’s schedule is set for April 28 against Monte Vista. The Mustangs defeated the Patriots 1-0 in the North Coast Section semifinals a season ago and according to Brannan, the rematch has been circled since May. BVAL play will begin on April 17. Heritage will begin its league season on the road against Freedom. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

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iberty High School soccer star Kylie Clemente recently signed her letter of intent to attend UC Merced. Clemente played in 27 games over two years for the Lions, notching one goal, three assists and two steals, according to Maxpreps.com.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001245-00 The name of the business(es): Taqueria Adame Located at: 1600 G Street In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jesse Daniel Adame Velasco. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NA. Signature of registrant: Jesse Adame. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 23, 2018 by Deputy M. Barajas Expires 2/23/2023 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 76149 Publish dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018.

MENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 09/13/2006. 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. Trustor: Lynn R. Ambriz and Arnold E. Ambriz, Wife and Husband Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 09/21/2006 as Instrument No. 20060298920-00 in book —-, page—- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 04/30/2018 at 01:30 PM Place of Sale:AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565 Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $ 518,093.93 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE THE TRUSTEE 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, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 2539 Whitetail Drive, Antioch, CA 94531 A.P.N.: 055-090-060 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. 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 thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 518,093.93. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. 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 of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be

made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/ MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 201700553-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: March 17, 2018 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www. altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 76144 Publish Dates: March 30, April 6, 13, 2018.

estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 546,864.98. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. 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 of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/ MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/ TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2016-00280CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: March 27, 2018 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www. altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 76283 Publish Dates: April 13, 20, 27, 2018.

NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Fernando Castellanos Navarro, A Married Man As His Sole And Separate Property Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 12/08/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0392115-00 in book —-, page— - and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 05/03/2018 at 01:30 PM Place of Sale: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565 Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $ 982,795.78 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE THE TRUSTEE 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, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 5121 Deerspring Way, Antioch, CA 94531 A.P.N.: 056-270033 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. 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 thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 982,795.78. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. 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 of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource. com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 201600074-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or

that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: March 21, 2018 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www. altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 76164 Publish Dates: April 6, 13, 20, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001442-00 The name of the businesses: All Cal Transactions Located at: 1109 Alder Creek Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Deborah Lynn Majewski. 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: Deborah L. Majewski. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 2, 2018. by Deputy L Arosemena Expires 3/2/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76131 Publish dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001287-00 The name of the business: Md Design & Build Located at: 3033 Castle Rock Loop In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: Michael de Lambert. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1//1/2017. Signature of registrant: Michael J. de Lambert. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 26, 2018 by Deputy T Lawson Expires 2/26/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76135 Publish dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001502-00 The name of the business: Elite Wealth Advisors Located at: 1120 Second St, Ste 104 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Michael Anthony Elias. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on January 2013. Signature of registrant: Michael Anthony Elias. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 6, 2018 by Deputy L Arosemena Expires 3/6/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76125 Publish dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001318-00 The name of the business: J and V Salon Located at: 3860 Balfour Rd Suite G-3 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Vicki M.M. Steidle 2. Judith Marie Felan. This business is conducted by: Co-Partners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Vicki M.M. Steidle. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 26, 2018 by Deputy M Favro Expires 2/26/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76096 Publish dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001575-00 The name of the business: East Bay Perinatal Chiropractor Located at: 1444 South Main Street In: Walnut Creek, CA 94551, is hereby registered by the following owner: Janna Renee Hansen. This business is conducted by: Janna Hansen. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Janna Hansen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 8, 2018 by Deputy T Lawson Expires 3/8/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76192 Publish dates: March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001410-00 The name of the business: Empowering Birth Doula Services Located at: 2037 Thicket Place In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Vibrant Light Healing & Support LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co.. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Misty Heinz, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 1, 2018 by Deputy L Arosemena Expires 3/1/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76194 Publish dates: March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001597-00 The name of the business: African Braids & Beauty Culture Located at: 11347 San Pablo Ave In: El Cerito, CA 94530, is hereby registered by the following owner: Gorma L. Gorlorwulu. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/15/2010. Signature of registrant: Gorma L Gorlorwulu. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 9, 2018 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 3/9/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76248 Publish dates: April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001412-00 The name of the business: Vibrant Light Hypnosis Located at: 2037 Thicket Place In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Vibrant Light Healing & Support LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Misty Heinz, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 1, 2018 by Deputy L Arosemena Expires 3/1/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76193 Publish dates: March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001649-00 The name of the business: Cooper’s Restoration Located at: 2148 Bridgeport Loop In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: John F. Cooper. 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: John F. Cooper. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 12, 2018 by Deputy A Aguda Expires 3/12/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76126 Publish dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001335-00 The name of the business: Terheyden Contruction Located at: 2532 Carpinteria Dr In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner: Lawrence M Terheyden. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on March 1, 1987. Signature of registrant: Lawrence M Terheyden. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 27, 2018 by Deputy A Gnecco Expires 2/27/2023 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 76130 Publish dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001628-00 The name of the business: Sha’s307 Organizing Located at: 2110 San Simeon Ct In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Marsha Pieternelle. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3/9/18. Signature of registrant: Marsha Pieternelle. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 9, 2018 by Deputy C Pittman Expires 3/9/2023 Antioch Press No. 061617 76140 Publish dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001821-00 The name of the business(es): FLICK OF THE WISK Located at: 4609 Ridgeline Drive In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Cean D. Harris. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Sept 1, 2017. Signature of registrant: Cean Drewron Harris. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 19, 2018 by Deputy L. Arosemena Expires 3/19/23 Antioch Press No. AP 06-1617 76359 Publish dates: April 13, 20, 27 May 4, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002260-00 The name of the business(es): Contra Costa Community Outreach Clinic and Laboratory Located at: 4041 Lone Tree Way, Suite 101 In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Bulmaro Orozco. This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Bulmaro Orozco. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: April 6, 2018 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires 4-6-23 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 76364 Publish dates: April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 2018. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-00553-CA A.P.N.:055-090-060 Property Address: 2539 Whitetail Drive, Antioch, CA 94531 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信息摘要 참고사 항: 본 첨부 문서에 정보 요 약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKU-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-00280-CA A.P.N.:053-283-006 Property Address: 4536 Roebuck Way, Antioch, CA 94531 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문서에 정보 요약서가 있습 니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/26/2005. 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. Trustor: YOLANDA ZAMORA AND RENEL L. ZAMORA, WIFE AND HUSBAND AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 06/07/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0203874-00 in book —-, page—and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 05/10/2018 at 01:30 PM Place of Sale: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565 Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $ 546,864.98 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE THE TRUSTEE 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, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4536 Roebuck Way, Antioch, CA 94531 A.P.N.: 053-283-006 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. 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 thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-00074-CA A.P.N.:056-270-033 Property Address: 5121 Deerspring Way, Antioch, CA 94531 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문서에 정보 요약서가 있습 니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: 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

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001427-00 The name of the business: RH Accounting & Admin Services Located at: 8551 Pinehollow Cir In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: Roxanne Louise Herrera. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/1/18. Signature of registrant: Roxanne Herrera. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 1, 2018 by Deputy M Favro Expires 3/1/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76196 Publish dates: March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001652 The name of the business: Coco Insurance Company Located at: 1193 Outrigger Cir In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Gemma Dura Sambi. This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Gemma Dura Sambi. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 12, 2018 by Deputy C Pittman Expires 3/12/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76093 Publish dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001664-00 The name of the business: Natural Nails Located at: 380 W Country Club Dr Ste D In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Nguyen Chi Lien Thi. 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: Nguyen Chi Lien Thi. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 13, 2018 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 3/13/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76129 Publish dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001833-00 The name of the business: Dapper Daisy Beauty Located at: 5541 Lone Tree Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Lisette Weavil. 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: Lisette Weavil. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 19, 2018 by Deputy L Arosemena Expires 3/19/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76235 Publish dates: April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018.

ing Located at: 3537 Thunderbird Drive In: Concord, CA, 94520 is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Michael Perryman JR. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Michael Perryman. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 28, 18 by Deputy J. Crawford Expires March 28, 23 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76360 Publish dates: April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001883-00 The name of the business: Patriots OPS Located at: 4157 Willow Rd In: Bethel Island, CA 94511, is hereby registered by the following owner: Todd Richard Bough. 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: Todd Richard Bough. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 20, 2018 by Deputy A Gnecco Expires 3/20/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 76190 Publish dates: March 30, April 6, NAME STATEMENT 13, 20, 2018. File No. F-0002076-00 The name of the business: Amazing Athletes East Bay, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS CA Located at: 515 Viola Court In: BrentNAME STATEMENT wood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by File No. F-0001899-00 The name of the the following owner(s): 1. Al Lawless 2. business: 1. Diamond Life Planning Regina M. Lawless. This business is con2. Diamond Life Strategies Located at: ducted by: Married Couple. The registrant 3494 Camino Tassajara #227 In: Danville, commenced to transact business under CA 94506, is hereby registered by the the fictitious business name or names following owner: Jennifer Jost. This busi- listed above on N/A. Signature of regness is conducted by: An Individual. The istrant: Al Lawless. This statement was registrant commenced to transact busi- filed with the County Clerk of Contra Cosness under the fictitious business name ta County on: March 29, 2018 by Deputy or names listed above on N/A. Signature A Gnecco Expires 3/29/2023 Brentwood of registrant: Jennifer L Jost. This state- Press No. 02-1273 76253 Publish dates: ment was filed with the County Clerk of April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018. Contra Costa County on: March 21, 2018 by Deputy T Lawson Expires 3/21/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76246 NAME STATEMENT Publish dates: April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018. File No. F-0002114-00 The name of the business: Brag Queen Located at: 1029 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Blue Bird Ln In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is NAME STATEMENT hereby registered by the following ownFile No. F-0001910-00 The name of the er: Quintel Boissiere. This business is conbusiness: T&T Enterprise Located at: 18 ducted by: An Individual. The registrant Oak St #904 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is commenced to transact business under hereby registered by the following own- the fictitious business name or names er: Tiffany McHenry. This business is con- listed above on 4/2/18. Signature of regducted by: An Individual. The registrant istrant: Quintel Boissiere. This statement commenced to transact business under was filed with the County Clerk of Contra the fictitious business name or names Costa County on: April 2, 2018 by Deputy listed above on 3/21/18. Signature of C Pittman Expires 4/2/2023 Brentwood registrant: Tiffany McHenry. This state- Press No. 02-1273 76354 Publish dates: ment was filed with the County Clerk of April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 2018. Contra Costa County on: March 21, 2018 by Deputy C Pittman Expires 3/21/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76247 NAME STATEMENT Publish dates: April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018. File No. F-0002156-00 The name of the business(es): JPK Safety Located at: 5450 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fairway Ct In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is NAME STATEMENT hereby registered by the following owner: File No. F-0001974-00 The name of the John Patrick Kipp. This business is conbusiness(es): 1. Securicorp 2. Guard- ducted by: An Individual. The registrant ian Security Agency Located at: 1820 commenced to transact business under Galindo Street, Suite 3 In: Concord, CA the fictitious business name or names 94520, is hereby registered by the fol- listed above on 4/3/2018. Signature of lowing owner: Delta Personnel Services, registrant: John P. Kipp. This statement Inc. This business is conducted by: An was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Individual. The registrant commenced Costa County on: April 3, 2018 by Deputy to transact business under the fictitious A Vasquez Expires 4/3/2023 Brentwood business name or names listed above Press No. 02-1273 76306 Publish dates: on N/A. Signature of registrant: Judith April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 2018. L. Travers, Chief Executive Officer. This statement was filed with the County FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March NAME STATEMENT 23, 2018 by Deputy L Arosemena Expires File No. F-0002197-00 The name of the 3/23/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 business: I Boost Credit Scores Located 76314 Publish dates: April 13, 20, 27, at: 4656 Carnegie Lane In: Brentwood, May 4, 2018. CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: FL, LLC. This business is FICTITIOUS BUSINESS conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The NAME STATEMENT registrant commenced to transact busiFile No. F-0001989-00 The name of the ness under the fictitious business name business: Modernity Industries Lo- or names listed above on N/A. Signature cated at: 1741 Gumwood Dr. In: Concord, of registrant: Lance Gromachey, CEO. This CA 94519, is hereby registered by the statement was filed with the County Clerk following owner: Casey Yui. This business of Contra Costa County on: April 4, 2018 is conducted by: An Individual. The reg- by Deputy J Crawford Expires 4/4/2023 istrant commenced to transact business Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76285 Pubunder the fictitious business name or lish dates: April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 2018. names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Casey Hsiuwan Yui. This stateLIEN SALE NOTICE ment was filed with the County Clerk of Notice is hereby given pursuant to SecContra Costa County on: March 26, 2018 tion 3071 of the Civil Code of the State of by Deputy J Crawford Expires 3-26-2023 California, the undersigned, Bay Point Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76219 Tow, 4075 Folsom Ct., Concord, CA, Publish dates: April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018. 94520, will conduct a public sale on April 27, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. on the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS following vehicle: 2016 Nissan, VIN #: NAME STATEMENT 3N1AB7AP7GY225019, CA License File No. F-0002047-00 The name of the Plate: 7TSB446. Brentwood Press 02business(es): Bayview Window Clean- 1273 76305 Publish Dates: April 13, 2018.

SOUTH LAKEFRONT LOOP, COTTAGE GROVE DRIVE, OROVILLE COURT, CARYLE DRIVE, TAHOE COURT, HAVASU COURT, ALMANOR DRIVE, ALMANOR COURT, HAWTHORNE COURT, BIXLER ROAD WIDENING, FERN RIDGE CIRCLE, GOLD CREEK CIRCLE, NEW MELONES CIRCLE, YELLOWSTONE CIRCLE, CRYSTAL SPRINGS CIRCLE, SENECA CIRCLE AND GREEN CASTLE CIRCLE, AS SHOWN ON THE MAPS OF SUBDIVISION 8570, FILED OCTOBER 8, 2003, IN BOOK 457 OF MAPS, PAGE 18; SUBDIVISION 8571, FILED JANUARY 22, 2004, IN BOOK 460, PAGE 27; SUBDIVISION 8577, FILED JANUARY 23, 2004 IN BOOK 460 OF MAPS, PAGE 42; SUBDIVISION 8578, FILED JANUARY 23, 2004 IN BOOK 461 OF MAPS, PAGE 1 AND SUBDIVISION 8579, FILED JANUARY 23, 2004, IN BOOK 461, PAGE 5, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-17-798381-BF. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-17-798381-BF IDSPub #0138667 3/30/2018 4/6/2018 4/13/2018 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76186 Publish Dates: March 30, April 6, 13, 2018.

of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 05/29/2007 as Document No.: 2007-0155072-00, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, executed by: DARCY LETONA AND JOSE FABIAN LETONA, WIFE AND HUSBAND AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP , as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). 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. Sale Date & Time: 05/07/2018 at 1:30 PM Sale Location: At the North side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2736 SAINT ANDREWS DRIVE, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $627,552.04 (Estimated) as of 03/23/2018. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www.nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9987-6722. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the 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. Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 833290-7452 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting.com or Call: 916-939-0772. Affinia Default Services, LLC, Omar Solorzano, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any infor-

mation obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only. NPP0329428 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 04/13/2018, 04/20/2018, 04/27/2018 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273, 76342. Publish Dates: April 13, 20, 27, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001680-00 The name of the business: Brentwood Neighborhood Coalition Located at: 2910 Spanish Bay Dr In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Rod Flohr 2. Kerry Malzahn. This business is conducted by: An Unincorporated Association- other than a Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Rod Flohr. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 13, 2018 by Deputy L Ferm Expires 3/13/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76128 Publish dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE AFFORDABLE STORAGE WISHING TO AVAIL THEMSELVES OF THE PROVISION OF APPLICABLE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, SECTION 21700-21707 OF THE BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE, SECTION 2328 OF THE COMMERCIAL CODE, SECTION 535 OF THE PENAL CODE, HEREBY GIVES NOTICE OF SALE UNDER SAID LAW TO WIT: ON 04/26/2018, AT AFFORDABLE STORAGE; 95 FIRST AVENUE NORTH; PACHECO, CALIFORNIA 94553; (925) 825- 3217; AT 8:00 AM OF THIS DAY, AFFORDABLE STORAGE WILL CONDUCT A PUBLIC SALE TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, FOR CASH, OF THE CONTENTS OF SPACE NUMBERS: B42 4X5DNI MAYBERRY, REBECCA B1040 5X10UP PERGAKIS, HAILIE C96 5X10DNI UPSON, BRYAN C1129 5X10UP COPPOLA, ANGELINA C1144 10X10UP MCCOY, JADE C1152 10X10UP SHEPLEY, JILL D123 5X8 DIAZ, LOUISE D146 5X5DNM HAAGENSEN, DAVID E1313 10X10UP LANGAN, JOHN F250 10X14DNO HARNEY, CHARLES F257 5X10DNI DELOSREYES, KAREN F1357 5X10UP MARTIN, TODD F1363 5X5UP KAISER, PAULINE H326 10X24DNO PARTIDA, ANTONIO ITEMS TO BE AUCTIONED WILL CONSIST OF PERSONAL, HOUSEHOLD AND CORPORATE GOODS. LANDLORD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO BID. THIS SALE IS BEING MADE TO SATISFY A LANDLORD’S LIEN. THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND. DATED THIS 26TH DAY OF APRIL, 2018. AFFORDABLE STORAGE, LESSOR PH: (925) 825-3217 FX: (925) 825-3219 affordable_storage@sbcglobal.net Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76156 Publish Dates: March 30, April 13, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001740-00 The name of the business: 1. Arts Et Setera 2. Fine Arts Advocate 3. Brentwood Theater Company Located at: 346 Gladstone Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: John T. Gaughan. 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: Jack T. Gaughan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 14, 2018 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 3/14/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76117 Publish dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001796-00 The name of the business: MRI Staffing Solutios LLC Located at: 3494 Camino Tassajara #305 In: Danvillle, CA 94506, is hereby registered by the following owner: MRI Staffing Solutions LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/22/2017. Signature of registrant: Merhzad Khoshdelazad - CFO, Masoud Gohlchehreh COO . This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 16, 2018 by Deputy L Ferm Expires 3/16/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76212 Publish dates: April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001803-00 The name of the business: Brentwood Chiropractic and Acupuncture Located at: 232 Chestnut Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Larry C. Lopez. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Larry C. Lopez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 16, 2018 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 3/16/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76244 Publish dates: April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001809-00 The name of the business: Brentwood Chiropractic Located at: 232 Chestnut Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Larry C. Lopez. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Larry C Lopez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 15, 2018 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 3/15/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76242 Publish dates: April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002073-00 The name of the business: Sierra Prospecting & Mining Supplies Located at: 5532 Drakes Court In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: Willis E. Marlin. 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: Willis E. Marlin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 29, 2018 by Deputy L Arosemena Expires 3/29/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76357 Publish dates: April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 2018.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-17-798381-BF Order No.: 8728185 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/13/2006. 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): TROY ESCARANIO AND JOYCE EXCARANIO, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 9/20/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0297519-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 4/23/2018 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $673,272.10 The purported property address is: 6391 CRYSTAL SPRINGS CIRCLE, DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 011-550023-3 Legal Description: Please be advised that the legal description set forth on the Deed of Trust is in error. The legal description of the property secured by the Deed of Trust is more properly set forth and made part of Exhibit “A” as attached hereto. PARCEL ONE: LOT 23, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 8579 THE LAKES AT DISCOVERY BAY LAKES 6, FILED JANUARY 23, 2004, IN BOOK 461 OF MAPS, PAGE 5, AS AMENDED BY CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION, RECORDED APRIL 15 2004, RECORDER’S SERIES NO. 2004-134599, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. PARCEL TWO: A RIGHT OF WAY (NOT TO BE EXCLUSIVE) AS AN APPURTENANCE TO PARCEL THREE ABOVE, AND ANY SUBDIVISION OR SUBDIVISIONS THEREOF, FOR USE AS A ROADWAY FOR VEHICLES OF ALL KINDS, PEDESTRIANS AND ANIMALS, FOR WATER, GAS, OIL AND SEWER PIPE LINES, AND FOR TELEPHONE, CABLE, ELECTRIC LIGHT AND POWER LINES, TOGETHER WITH THE NECESSARY POLES OR UNDERGROUND CONDUITS TO CARRY SAID LINES, OVER, UNDER AND UPON FALLMAN BOULEVARD,

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 9987-6722 TSG Order No.: 730-1710418-70 A.P.N.: 007-460-062-8 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/22/2007. 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. Affinia Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Brian N. Chase, Esq. SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Susiani Truong CASE NUMBER: N18-0605 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Susiani Truong filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Susiani Djauhari Truong to Proposed Name: Susiani Djauhari Tan. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 05/16/18 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date: 03/20/2018 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76199 Publish Dates: March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 2018. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Law Offices of Christina H. Currington SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Erlynda Sineni CASE NUMBER: N18-0496 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Erlynda Sineni filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Erlynda Sineni to Proposed Name: Erlynda Asprer-Sineni. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 05/17/18 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Oakley Press b. Erlynda Sineni must appear at the hearing. Date: 03/20/18 Judge of the Superior Court Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76200 Publish Dates: March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 2018. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Moments in Time Video Montage Services at 2757 La Costa Dr. Brentwood, CA. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on April 13, 2017 under File No. F-0002465-00 (*1) Greg Landeros 2757 La Costa Dr, Brentwood (**) This business was conducted by: An Individual. Signature: Greg Landeros. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 15, 2018 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76228 Publish dates: April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018.

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SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): C17-0147 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Susan M. Hinkle YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Ditech Financial, Inc 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. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación 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 telefónica 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 más información 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 más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más 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 remisión 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 poniéndose 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 recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión 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 dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 COURT STREET, RM. 103, MARTINEZ, CA 94553 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Nabeel M. Suberi, Esq., 301 E. Ocean Blvd., Suite 1720, Long Beach, CA 90802 DATE (Fecha): August 08, 2017 Clerk, by (Secretario): S. Ozuna, Dept (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served - Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76124 Publish Dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018.

de estas ό rdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California. FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all of part of the fee and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. EXENCIÓ N DE CUOTAS: Si no puere pagar la cuota de presentaciό n pida al secretario un formulario de exenciό n de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a peticiό n de usted o de la otra parte. 1. The name and address of the court are: (El nombre y direcciό n de la corte son): Superior Court of California - County Contra Costa, 751 PINE STREET, MARTINEZ, CA 94553 2. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, direcciό n y nύ mero de telé fono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Denise L. Reposa, DENISE’S FAMILY LAW AND DIVORCE DOCUMENT ASSISTANCE 1215 Pine St Martinez, CA 94553 (925) 229-5460 Date (Fecha): 2/23/2018 Clerk, by: (Secretario,por) A.J. Gambol, Deputy (Asistente) Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76123 Publish Dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018.

business: Shine House Cleaning Service Located at: 313 Deerpark Way In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Francisca Rojas Valiente. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/1/2013. Signature of registrant: Francisca Rojas Valiente. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 21, 2018 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 3/21/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76206 Publish dates: April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018.

Deed Date: 12/10/2015 Recording Date: 12/11/2015 Instrument Number: 20150255870-00 Book: —- Page Recorded in County: CONTRA COSTA State of CA Date and Time of Sale: 05/02/2018 at: 01:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Estimated Sale Amount: $351,568.22 Legal Description of Property: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST. Street Address of Property (or Other Common Designation, if any): 106 CLEAR LAKE COURT, OAKLEY, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 02017-346. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 03/22/2018 GUILD ADMINISTRATION CORPORATION AS SAID TRUSTEE 5898 COPLEY DRIVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92111 (858) 492-5890 BY: GAIL WINDUS, ASSISTANT SECRETARY NPP0329103 To: OAKLEY PRESS 04/06/2018, 04/13/2018, 04/20/2018 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76221 Publish Dates: April 6, 13, 20, 2018.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/09/2004. 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. Trustor: SERGIO LARA AND SILVIA LARA, HUSBAND AND WIFE Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 11/24/2004 as Instrument No. 2004-0454135-00 in book —-, page—- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 04/25/2018 at 01:30 PM Place of Sale:AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565 Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $ 69,704.17 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE THE TRUSTEE 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, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1987 Chardonnay Drive, Oakley, CA 94561 A.P.N.: 035-333-016 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. 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 thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 69,704.17. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. 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 of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstand-

ing liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-9608299 or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2017-03454-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: March 13, 2018 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www.altisource. com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Oakley Press 03-0477 76119 Publish Dates: March 30, April 6, 13, 2018.

SUMMONS (Family Law) CITACIÓN (Derecho familiar) NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): PAULINE BROOKS AKAMAL You are being sued Read the information below. Lo estά n demandado. Lea la informaciό n a continuaciό n y en la pά gina siguiente. Petitioner’s name is (Nombre del demandante): NUR AKAMAL CASE NUMBER (NÚ MERO DE CASO): D18-01005 You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120 ) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter,phone call or court appearance will not protect you. If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. For Legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www. lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association. Tiene 30 dias de calendario despué s de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citaciό n y Peticiό n para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL-120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefό nica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerlo. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar ό rdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte tambié n le puede ordenar que pague manutenciό n, y honorarios y costos legales. Para asesoramiento legal, pό ngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener informaciό n para encontrar a un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www. lawhelpca .org) o ponié ndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado. NOTICE: The restraining orders are on Page 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them. AVISO - LAS Ó RDENES DE RESTRICCIΌN SE ENCUENTRAN EN LA PÁ GINA 2: Las ό rdenes de restricciό n estά n en vigencia en cuanto a ambos cό nyuges o miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la peticiό n, se emita un fallo o la corte dé otras ό rdenes. Cualquier agencia del orden pύ blico que haya recibido o visto una copia

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001571-00 The name of the business: Nicole Welding Located at: 20 Broadway Ln In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Victor Nicole Olan. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2012. Signature of registrant: Victor Nicole Olan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 8, 2018 by Deputy C Pittman Expires 3/8/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76208 Publish dates: April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001637 The name of the business: Margarita’s Housecleaning and Janitorial Services Located at: 967 Chianti Way In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Margarita Ruvalcaba. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3/19/12. Signature of registrant: Margarita Ruvalcaba. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 12, 2018 by Deputy T Lawson Expires 3/12/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76090 Publish dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001639-00 The name of the business: Blue Dimensions Construction Located at: 18 Malicoat Ct In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Guillermo Damian. 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: Guillermo Damian. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 12, 2018 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 3/12/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76098 Publish dates: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001919-00 The name of the

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002055-00 The name of the business: GB Parsons Concrete Located at: 235 Callia Ct. In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Glendon Brice Parsons. 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: Glendon Brice Parsons. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 28, 2018 by Deputy C Garola Expires 3/28/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76302 Publish dates: April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002149-00 The name of the business(es): LYNDANCE AQUISITIONS Located at: 217 BLUE LAKE COURT In: OAKLEY, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Linda G. Nauss. 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: Linda G. Nauss. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: N/A by Deputy S. Alvarez April 3, 23 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76361 Publish dates: April 13, 20, 27, May 5, 2018. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. #: 02017-346 LOAN #: COR03-0518-F APN #: 0324000330 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED AS SHOWN BELOW. 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, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under the pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express 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, 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 as set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: EDWARD F. BERINI AND MADELYN BERINI, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AND GERALD DOUGLAS WOOLRIDGE, AN UNMARRIED MAN Duly Appointed Trustee: GUILD ADMINISTRATION CORP., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION Trust

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-03454-CA A.P.N.:035-333-016 Property Address: 1987 Chardonnay Drive, Oakley, CA 94561 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED IMPORTANT

ORDINANCE 999 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD AMENDING SECTIONS 1.01.030, RULES OF CONSTRUCTION; 8.00.030, UNLAWFUL ACTIVITIES; 10.23.020, DEFINITIONS; 17.620.016, VEHICLE STORAGE; AND ADDING A NEW SECTION 8.36.035, WEED ABATEMENT; ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 9.16, UNLAWFUL OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES; AND RENAMING AND AMENDING TITLE 9 OF THE BRENTWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced with the first reading waived at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 27th day of March 2018, by the following vote: AYES: Bryant, Grewal Rarey, Staton, Taylor NOES: None ABSENT: None RECUSED: None And was adopted at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 10th day of April 2018, by the following vote: AYES: Bryant, Grewal Rarey, Staton Taylor NOES: None ABSENT: None RECUSED: None ATTEST: Margaret Wimberly, MMC City Clerk The above is a summary of the major highlights of the ordinances; reading the ordinances in its entirety may be necessary to obtain a full understating of all changes. A copy of the full text of the ordinances is on file and may be read in the City Clerk’s office located at 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, and/or a copy may be obtained from that office based on the City’s actual cost for duplicating. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76392, April 13,2018.

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BRENTWOOD March 29, 4:07 a.m. Authorities believe that there was a commercial burglary on Sand Creek Road. March 29, 7:22 a.m. An accident involving a landscape trailer and two SUVs was reported on Fairview Avenue and Lone Tree Way. There were no reported injuries. March 29, 8:15 a.m. Windows of a vehicle on Lone Tree Way were smashed overnight. March 29, 12:03 p.m. Authorities were notified of two unauthorized subjects inside a residence on Hudson Drive. March 29, 1:38 p.m. A vehicle theft was reported on Sunflower Lane. March 29, 2:28 p.m. A vehicle was burglarized on Lone Tree Way. Multiple items were stolen from a blue Honda. March 29, 4:17 p.m. Two females with big purses were said to be taking merchandise from a store on Brentwood Boulevard. March 29, 7:34 p.m. An accident was reported on Chestnut Avenue. A woman in a black Ford crashed into the reporting person’s parked black Honda Elantra. March 29, 8:40 p.m. A suspicious vehicle was reported to be in the center of a parking lot on Balfour Road. The car was a light grey Honda. March 30, 7:56 p.m. A person told authorities that he believed a commercial burglary occurred on Brentwood Boulevard. He said that as he was passing by he saw the door broken and the credit card machine overturned, yet there was no one inside. March 30, 1:43 p.m. Two subjects were reported fighting next to a store on Balfour Road. There were no weapons involved. March 30, 2:26 p.m. An accident was reported on Walnut Boulevard and Continent Avenue. March 30, 2:45 p.m. A male on Lone Tree Way was reported stealing merchandise and was found inhaling aerosol cans. March 30, 5:02 p.m. A reporting person

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A fire was reported at Dino’s Sandwich Shop on First Street. The electric meter melted on the side of the building. Brentwood – March 31, 1:47 p.m. The following is a sample of recent activities reported by law-enforcement agencies.

stopped at a stop sign, which made the person behind him angry. The person followed the reporting person home and once they were there, he waved a bat at the reporting person. The report came from Lone Tree Way. March 30, 7:35 p.m. Authorities were told that the reporting person’s neighbor’s boyfriend hit the reporting person’s car on Havenwood Court. March 30, 9:23 p.m. An accident was reported on Brentwood Boulevard and Chestnut Street. The reporting person told authorities that he crashed his vehicle into a utility pole. March 31, 6:06 a.m. A fight between a 25 year old and a 42 year old was reported on Kayla Place. March 31, 6:42 a.m. Authorities received a report of a missing person. The reporting person said that their daughter left the residence at 3 p.m. the previous day but had not been seen since then. March 31, 1:47 p.m. A fire was reported at Dino’s Sandwich Shop on First Street. The electric meter melted on the side of the building. March 31, 6:37 p.m. A verbal dispute was reported on Balfour Road. A man was drunk and threatening people. April 1, 4:12 p.m. A suspicious person was reported on Brentwood Boulevard. An employee told authorities that a man in his 30s or 40s appeared to be under the influence of drugs and was found at the front door of the business. April 1, 9:14 a.m. The reporting person told authorities that a man in a light blue convertible with a teenage female passenger, flashed a silver revolver toward the reporting person. This report came from O’Hara Avenue and Sand Creek Road. April 1, 2:19 p.m. A man reported he was robbed on Lone Tree Way.

OAKLEY April 1, 12:09 a.m. A loud party was reported on Douglas Road and Salvador Lane.

www.facebook.com/thepress.net April 1, 12:21 p.m. Authorities received a report of a reckless driver on Main Street and Vintage Parkway. April 2, 3:10 a.m. A suspicious vehicle was reported on Shannon Way and Windflower Way. April 2, 2:32 p.m. A person reported a trespassing incident on the 2700 block of Manresa Shore Lane. April 2, 6:39 p.m. A person told authorities about a case of identity theft. This report came from the 4300 block of Sequoia Drive. April 3, 10:42 a.m. A vehicle theft was reported on Third and Star streets. April 3, 11:31 a.m. Authorities were notified of a public nuisance at the 800 block of Oakwood Way. April 3, 7:07 p.m. Authorities were notified of a traffic hazard on Main Street and Eagle City Entrance. April 4, 6:36 a.m. Authorities halted a suspicious person at Oakley Road and Empire Avenue. April 4, 10:08 p.m. A suspicious subject was reported to authorities on the 60 block of Carol Lane. April 4, 12:33 p.m. An abandoned vehicle was reported on Bernard and Big Break roads. April 5, 6:49 a.m. Authorities traced a 9-11 call hang-up back to the 2500 block of Main Street. April 5, 11:23 a.m. A vehicle theft was reported on the 1800 block of Carpenter Road. April 5, 5:05 p.m. A warrant arrest was reported on the 2500 block of Oakley Road. April 6, 9:01 a.m. A false alarm was reported on the 1400 block of Gamay Road. April 6, 11:14 p.m. A reckless driver was reported on O’Hara Avenue and West Cypress Road. April 7, 4:03 p.m. Loud music was reported on the 200 block of West Ruby Street

ANTIOCH March 25, 10:17 a.m. A person reported to authorities that their house on Renwick

Lane was broken into. The suspect was thought to have entered through the bathroom window. March 27, 9:14 p.m. A person told authorities that they heard gunshots outside on Buchanan Road. March 27, 9:36 a.m. A woman was robbed on Buchanan Road and Gentrytown Drive. They took cash, a gold angel chain and Jordan sneakers. Suspects were unknown, but there were six individuals, male and female. The woman went to John Muir Hospital. March 28, 10:57 a.m. A person was reported to have entered through the back door of a house on Biglow Drive. March 29, 12:08 a.m. A burglary was reported on Redbud Way Drive. March 29, 4:46 p.m. A man told authorities that he was flagged over by an ATM operator who claimed to have been robbed while he was loading the ATM. This report came from Auto Center Drive. March 30, 8:02 p.m. A house was broken into on Whitehoof Way. Authorities claim that the entry was made through the slider door that was found broken. March 30, 2:34 p.m. Authorities were notified about a burglary on San Jose Drive. The entry was made through an open window. Credit cards and other property were reported stolen. March 31, 12:47 a.m. A man told authorities that his house on Sungrove Way was broken into while he was at Walmart. There were no surveillance cameras but it is believed that the person entered through a window. The items taken included credit cards and checks. March 31, 11:34 a.m. A vacant house on Garrow Drive was broken into through a slide door. March 31, 8:37 a.m. A woman was getting money from an ATM when a woman came from behind, hit her and took the money. The reporting person grabbed the suspect’s shirt and ripped it off. The suspect is said to be running around only in a bra and left on foot toward Hudson Court.

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pening Day on the Bay at the Driftwood Marina in Antioch was a resounding success, with a parade signaling the official start of the boating season. Boaters throughout the Delta participated, including the Contra Costa County FPD fire boat, which entertained the crowd with a water show display.

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PG&E working to reduce wildfire risks As part of its effort to reduce wildfire risks, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) customers in some areas will see increased work to prune or remove trees, as well as reduce vegetation and brush near and under PG&E power lines. This work is being done to enhance fire safety, as a precautionary measure intended to reduce the risk of wildfires and to comply with new state regulations in high fire-threat areas. New fire-safety regulations, adopted by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) in December 2017, require utilities to maintain greater minimum vegetation clearances to increase the safety of overhead power lines in high fire-threat areas. The new standard requires 4 feet minimum distance between trees and power lines in these areas year-round, where previously this was required only during fire season. In some cases, the 4 feet of minimum clearance is an increase from the previous requirement of 1.5 feet. “At PG&E, nothing is more important than public safety, and the safety of our em-

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school, she was a part of Liberty High School’s varsity swim team, where she was coached by her mother, Erica Pantle. Pantle will join her daughter on the DBRO coaching staff this season. She will also be inducted into the Liberty Union High School District Athletic Hall of Fame later this month for her 20 years of coaching at Liberty. In its fifth year, the DBRO has grown from 80 to 113 swimmers, with 89 returning swimmers this season. Young’s belief in quality over quantity and her efforts to instill a love of the sport into her swimmers brings them back year after year.

act as fuel in case of a wildfire. This work, part of PG&E’s Community Wildfire Safety Program announced last week, will provide access for emergency responders, including CAL FIRE and local fire departments responding to wildfires. PG&E’s efforts will maintain existing fuel breaks and create new ones in some cases. This fuel reduction work will occur primarily in CPUC-designated extreme fire risk areas. Under PG&E’s industry-leading vegetation management program, the company inspects and monitors every PG&E overhead electric transmission and distribution line each year, with some locations patrolled multiple times. It prunes or removes approximately 1.4 million trees annually. Since 2014, PG&E has added enhanced measures to address areas particularly affected by drought and bark beetles including: • Increased foot and aerial patrols along

ployees and contractors,” said Kevin Dasso, PG&E vice president of electric asset management. “We support the state’s effort to develop new fire-threat maps and fire-safety regulations and are working hard to complete this important safety work.” PG&E contract arborists will inspect vegetation for compliance with the new state regulations and schedule any necessary tree work. During these field inspections, PG&E contractors routinely notify customers regarding work to be performed, including those who live in areas with the increased clearance requirements. This may require PG&E to prune and cut back tree limbs or remove trees the company has not previously worked on as part of its vegetation management program. Inspections and work will occur in the CPUC High Fire-Threat District (HFTD). PG&E is scheduled to complete the first phase of this work by September 2018. In addition to the increased clearance work, PG&E will be working in some high fire-threat areas to reduce vegetation and brush near or under its power lines that can

Bring your beads, your boat and your enthusiasm and head to the Discovery Bay Yacht Club’s Mardi Grasthemed Opening Day celebrations on Saturday, April 14. The annual nod to the beginning of boating season starts with a parade, with entries open to

Gabby Carreon, 13, has been on the team since its first season. “The River Otters is like a family. We support each other and have fun at the meets,” Gabby said. “Our coaches are amazing. They have just the right balance of serious and fun. Being a part of (this family) has inspired me and helped me grow as an athlete and a leader.” Peyton Schneider, 15, has also been a part of the team since it began. He said Coach Haley gave him the skills he needed to compete as a freshman on Heritage High School’s varsity swim team. “My coaches on the River Otters prepared me for high school swim and

(taught) me how to work hard,” Schneider said. “The River Otter coaches are amazing. Coach Haley not only taught me the correct techniques of swim, but she always pushes me to do better.” The team is currently practicing in the three and a half lane pool at the Discovery Bay Community Center. The small size of the pool prevents the River Otters from growing more than it has and from hosting its own meets. The team hopes to have a larger facility in the future. For more information, visit https:// dbriverotters.swimtopia.com. To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress.net/ multimedia/slideshows

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Grace Closet 2018 Annual Community Resource Fair

Grace Closet will host a community resource fair at the McKinnon Hall at Grace Bible Fellowship of Antioch, 3415 Oakley Road, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, contact Grace Closet at gracecloset@ gbfofantioch.org, 925-522-2017 or visit www. gbfofantioch.org.

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Monday, April 30 Application Session

Opportunity Junction will hold an application session, on April 30, May 7 and 14, at 10 a.m., at 3102 Delta Fair Blvd., in Antioch, to qualify applicants for its 12-week training program. The program will train participants to work in an office environment. For more information, contact Shannel at 925-776-1133.

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Tuesday, May 1 All Abilities Day

The Brentwood Community Chorus will have rehearsal every Tuesday through May 15, in the Liberty Adult Education multipurpose room. There are no auditions, and reading music is not required, but singers must be able to match the pitch. For more information or to register, call 925-634-2565 or visit www.libertyadulted.org.

The East Bay Regional Park District will have an All Abilities Day, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Break Visitor Center, 69 Big Break Road. The program is open for people with all abilities to explore nature at their own pace. For more information, call 510-544-3050.

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The Antioch Rotary Club will be hold its 25th annual golf tournament at the Lone Tree Golf and Event Center with registration starting at 7 a.m. Besides the tournament there will prizes and food for golfers. Cost per golfer is $140. For more information and to register for the event, visit www.LoneTreeGolfCourse.com.

The City of Oakley will host a community-wide strategic planning meeting, starting at 6:30 p.m., in the Freedom High School multipurpose room. Share your perspective and feedback on the goals set for the City of Oakley. For more information, contact Amy Sylvestri at 925-625-7035.

Friday, April 20 “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”

The Stage Right Conservatory Theatre presents “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” at the Nick Rodriguez Community Center, 213 F St., with show times on April 20, 21, 27 and 28, at 7 p.m., and April 22 and 29, at 2 p.m. Enjoy the adventurous tour of Will Wonka’s factory. Prices range from $5 to $10. For more information, call 925-216-4613 or visit www.srctgrp.org.

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Saturday, May 5 Art and Wine Walk

Celebrate Antioch Foundation and Rivertown Merchants present the Art and Wine Walk, at G and Third streets, in downtown Antioch, from noon to 4 p.m. Tickets can be bought in advance for $20 or at the event for $25. For more information, visit https://goo.gl/T2gTBG.

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The Byron Delta Lions will have a fundraiser at DeLuna’s Ranch, from 5 to 9 p.m. The fundraiser’s proceeds will go to the Lions Foundation Sight Programs. The cost of attendance is $40. For more information, contact Joyce at 925-513-0447.

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The Resurrection Ministries will have a rummage sale, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Resurrection Ministries Church. Come shop for clothing, furniture tools, jewelry and more.

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The Liberty Adult Education Center will have a U.S. Citizenship Preparation class, Mondays and Fridays, from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Liberty Adult Education Center, starting April 11. The class is for permanent residents who have applied for or are in the process of naturalization. For more information, contact Jean Hilburn at 925-634-2565 x 1097 or at hilburnj@ luhsd.net.

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The Brentwood/Oakley Falcon Football and Cheer will have sign-ups, at Straw Hat Pizza on April 16 and 30, from 5 to 8 p.m. There are no cuts or tryouts in football or cheerleading, and it’s open for ages 6 to 14. For more information visit www.boffc.com.

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The Pittsburg Adult Education Center will host a Career Fair, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Youth Development Center, 1001 Stoneman Ave., Pittsburg. Bring a polished resume and discover companies hiring in the area. For more information, contact George Proval at 925-473-2400.

Friday, May 4 Golf Tournament

Liberty High School Auto Shop presents Pedal to The Metal Car Show at Liberty High School, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Showcase your car, truck, motorcycle or a boat. There is a required $20 donation to enter a vehicle. For more information, call 925-634-3521.

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The Discovery Bay Yacht Club will have an Opening Day Boat Parade, starting at noon, at Marina Road, Discovery Bay. Come and celebrate Mardi Gras by decorating your boat to enter the parade. For more information, visit www.dbyc.com or https://goo.gl/TQysM5.

A fundraiser will be held at Cap’s Oak Street Bar and Grill, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. The fundraiser is being held in honor of Leia, a young child who was born with a lethal birth defect that requires medical attention. The cost is $45. For more information, contact Danielle at danielle@stonecrestlending.net or at 925-625-1471 or visit https://goo.gl/CKLszc.

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Knightsen Parent Teacher Committee and AXIS Arena Rock Tribute will host a pasta dinner, auction and concert, starting at 5 p.m., at the Knightsen multipurpose room, 1923 Delta Road. Cost is $25 in advance and $30 at the door and includes dinner and the concert. For more information, contact Melissa Cakebread at 925-759-1864, Devon Baldocchi at 925-7832275 or visit https://goo.gl/z56D8u.

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The Discovery Bay Lions Club will host Paws on Parade at the Discovery Bay dog park, from 9 a.m. to noon. Dress up your dog and bring them to the parade. There will also be dogs available for adoption. For more information, email mcrab42@yahoo.com or visit www. discoverybaylions.com.

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The East Bay Works Antioch and Brentwood’s Workforce Innovation Network present the Far East County Community Resource Fair, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Liberty Adult Education Center, at 929 Second St., Brentwood. Learn about available resources in the East County. For more information, contact Tiffany at 925626-0103 or at tanaya@eastbaygoodwill.org.

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I have 35 years in the mortgage business with the last 10 of them dedicated to educating seniors about reverse mortgages. I do not offer all types of mortgages, I only offer the one that is important to you. Reverse mortgages are unique and complex. Discussing your wants and needs, face to face, with a reverse mortgage professional is essential to the immediate success, and the long-term success, of your decision.

the springtime temperatures. February proved the blossoms to be right as the sun continued to shine. Along came March and the rains fell like nobody’s business. We are once again enjoying the springtime temperatures, at least during the day time. I left the house early yesterday morning and I was dressed for winter, just as I had been the day before. By 1:00 it was 75 degrees. As I stood by my clients damaged pool trying to determine if a reverse mortgage could help her with the repairs, I was sweltering with my sweater and my boots. By the time I got home there was a chill in the air and we had a fire in the fireplace. I feel like Wall Street is following suit with California weather. What is going on? We are down 700 points, up 300 pts, down 200, and then back up again. The volatility in the markets is unnerving at best and downright frightening at worst. This is especially true for those who depend on income from market investments. If your portfolio is invested in the market you have certainly experienced some palpitations over the last several weeks. During times like right now, retirees must continue to pay their bills and live their lives. They cannot hold off until the markets settle down. What happens is, according to the financial plan, retirees continue to draw from their portfolio. They are forced to liquid investments at inopportune times because the bills continue to arrive. Financial advisors have continued to exclude housing wealth from a client’s total portfolio relying instead on a steady uptick in the markets. Their focus on other asset classes, excluding home equity, requires them to make some extraordinary assumptions about continuous growth in the financial markets. While these assumptions are made looking at the long haul, they may or may not hold true on a month to month, or year over year, basis. The financial plan is drawn up making the required assumptions and when we experience volatility like this people tend to bury their heads in the sand. The draws from the portfolio continue per the plan and ultimately, if the assumptions turn out to be erroneous over any extended period, for any variety of reasons, your money may or may not last until you die. We all know this is a risk. It is not any one financial advisors “fault”. This is how retirement planning has been done and it has worked out okay for lots of people. Unfortunately, it has not turned out well for lots of other people. We are living longer than we were “supposed to”, we are more active for more of those years, and then when we do slow down due to health and/or age, the cost of health care is enormous. These issues have created a surge in new research on how we are going to fund these additional years and actually be able to enjoy them. At the 2018 Housing Wealth in Retirement

There are plenty of 1-800-reversemortgage companies who work out of call centers in San Diego, Oklahoma, Michigan, or Louisiana. They will mail out a package with little to no explanation as to what you are signing, and then bombard you with multiple phone calls a day telling you to sign quickly before ‘this limited time offer expires’. Beth Miller-Rowe has been in the mortgage industry for 36 years specializing in reverse mortgages for the past 10 years. Beth has degrees in economics and business administration.

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Shopping vintage is a great way to save money and find truly unique treasures that can give your home a new look and vibe. kind, and the pieces you buy are a show of your personal taste.” Besides the quality of the material used in vintage furniture, another perk is that vintage furniture never goes out of style. Modern design trends come and go, but vintage pieces are timeless. Others choose vintage over new

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Brentwood Outdoor Living is East County’s one-stop shop for creating your dream outdoor living space. King. “In the barbeque area, the Big Green Egg and pellet grills remain the choice of serious chefs and high-quality gas grills continue to provide the staple for outdoor kitchens.” The Big Green Egg and high-end pellet

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Carbon Monoxide from page 8B ide detector. If a person believes they are smelling carbon monoxide, that person is probably mistaking the odor for other combustion byproducts that the human nose can sense. CO is a byproduct of vehicle exhaust, boat engines, stoves, lanterns, grills, furnaces and fireplaces. CO is produced anytime something is burning. That is why it is essential that products designed to be used outdoors are used exclusively outside, and that indoor appliances are properly vented to the outdoors. Some people may not recognize that CO is problematic in a home until multiple residents start complaining of similar symptoms. A consumer advocacy group called Carbon Monoxide Kills indicated the common CO poisoning symptoms include nausea and vomiting, dizziness, chest pain, confusion, headache and other flu-like symptoms. Those with repeated exposure to high levels of CO may eventually develop cerebral edema, which is a swelling of the

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tion. Piles that are not periodically turned and aerated may grow malodorous, which can be unpleasant for homeowners who hope to add materials to their piles on a regular basis. In addition, without the heat produced by aeration, composting piles will break down very slowly. ♦♦ Recognize when the material is ready. The EPA notes that compost is ready to use when materials at the bottom of a pile are dark and rich in color. According to the EPA, this can take anywhere from two months to two years, so composters must be patient. For more information on composting, visit www.epa.gov. – Courtesy Metro Creative

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Electrical from page 11B ♦♦ Unplug appliances before flipping a fuse. Fuses blow from time to time. Some may be knocked out by especially powerful storms, while others may short because they’re overloaded. Regardless of the reason, homeowners should turn off appliances on blown fuses before flipping them back on. Leaving appliances running when flipping a fuse can increase the risk of fire or accident. Turn off appliances, unplug them and then turn them back on one by one after the fuse has been flipped.

Remodel from page 13B double sinks, especially for homeowners who use lots of kitchen tools when preparing meals. Soft-closing hinges When replacing cabinets (or just the hardware), consider installing soft-closing hinges and slides on doors and drawers. These devices eliminate slamming and caught fingers, reducing noise and injuries in the kitchen. Foot-pedal water operation When outfitting a sink, think about foot controls, which are popular in doctors’ offices and hospitals. Turning on the water with the tap of a foot can reduce the transfer of pathogens to faucets from hands during food preparation. These pedals also free up hands for other tasks. Bottoms up People likely spend more time raiding the refrigerator than the freezer on any given day. Rather than having to bend down to

♦♦ Be especially cautious if anyone smells gas. Gas leaks are often detected by the aroma of the gas in the air. When such leaks are detected, homeowners should not touch or turn any electrical switches. Doing so may create a spark that can react with the gas in the air, leading to fire. If a gas leak is detected, go outside and contact a local emergency service. Many home electrical mishaps can be prevented if homeowners exercise caution and hire certified electrical contractors to handle wiring and other electrical tasks around their homes. – Courtesy of Metro Creative

seek out that favorite flavor of Greek yogurt, choose a model with the fridge on top and freezer on the bottom, especially if anyone in the household has mobility issues. When shopping for refrigerators, French-door style units may offer even more access. Extra lighting A kitchen should be a balance of form and function. A combination of overhead lighting, decorative lighting and task lighting can illuminate all areas of the space effectively. Appliance garages Architectural and design resource Houzz says appliance garages are popular kitchen additions, too. Set at countertop level, these cabinets allow people to keep small appliances plugged in but tucked neatly behind closed doors. – Courtesy Metro Creative

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for cooking meals, they still provide plenty of heat and entertainment, as well as a great spot to roast marshmallows. “I love using our fire pit on summer nights,” said Brentwood resident Stephanie Dourgarian. “The kids and I snuggle around it on the weekends, while we make s’mores, share stories about our week and stargaze. It creates some amazing family memories.” For those who haven’t yet created an outdoor living space, King advises customers to dream big but start within your budget. “Developing a long-range master plan will allow consumers to add to the project as their budget and priorities allow,” said King. The process can also take time. “Designing your backyard space so it brings you years of use and enjoyment is a process,” said King. “Don’t expect that you’re going to meet the challenge in a single day or single visit. Spend the time to get familiar with the space and how

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Oakley resident Cathy Daniel agrees. “I love, love, love Pink Door Boutique & Vintage Treasures,” said Daniel. “It’s not one of those huge mega stores filled with too much stuff, and everything I have purchased here looks great in my house.” Pink Door Boutique & Vintage Accessories is located at 735 Second St., in downtown Brentwood. For more information, call 925-626-5550 or find them on Instagram @PinkDoorBoutiqueCA. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

Besides finding unique furniture, shoppers can also choose between a mix of modern and vintage accessories. “The shop has many talented vendors who spend a lot of time to source, refurbish and stage unique and new furniture and home décor items for whatever style you are looking for,” said Brentwood resident Michelle Colefield. “I truly feel it’s the best vintage shop in town.”

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