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Cops investigate Scarlet spectacle gunfire reports by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer

Local police are beefing up patrols in a normally quiet Oakley neighborhood following reports of an exchange of gunfire outside a residence on Sunrise Meadows Lane. No injuries were reported. Police responded to a call on the evening of March 6 from a resident who reported several gunshots fired outside her house during a neighbor’s party. “My husband and I arrived home just after midnight and found a party going on at our neighbor’s house across the street,” said the resident, who requested anonymity.

“There were some teens hanging out in front of our house and my husband said it was OK if they stayed there as long as they kept the noise down. Just as we went inside, we heard gunshots. A car drove by and shot at the kids in front of our house and they (the teens) shot back. It was very frightening.” Oakley Chief of Police Chris Thorsen said units responded to the call and found three shell casings on the ground. Several individuals were contacted but none were tied to the incident. Calls were also made to area hospitals, but no gunshot wounds had been treated. see Gunfire page 6A

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he vernal equinox – astronomical spring – arrives tomorrow at 10:32 a.m., and our wet winter has set the table for an extravagant banquet of wildﬂowers ﬂooding meadows and hills with the sights and scents of the new season. The Indian paintbrush above was captured on the Juniper Trail at Mt. Diablo State Park.

2010 Census is more than a head count by Samie Hartley Staff Writer

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The 2010 Census should have arrived in your mailbox this week. Filling out the 10-question form will help bring millions of dollars to East County to help fund public works projects, emergency services and education programs for public schools.

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Have you sent in your 2010 Census questionnaire yet? More than 120 million households received Census forms this week, and the U.S. Census Bureau is encouraging everyone to respond as soon as possible. The Census takes place every 10 years, as it has since 1790, to get a head count of the nation’s population, but since the number of a state’s representatives in Congress is determined by its population, Census data is also used to determine that crucial figure. The other function of the Census is to guide government agencies in the allocation of more than $400 billion in federal funds to state and local governments. Using Census data, money is distributed to communities across the country to fund public works projects, enhance education, provide additional emergency services and retrofit hospitals. Money is also given to state and local governments to build and fix roadways. On a broader scale, the Census serves as a snapshot of America, spotting economic and social trends. Brentwood resident Roland Fernandez, a Census partnership assistant based out of

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the Contra Costa County Census headquarters in Concord, said the motto of this year’s Census is “it’s easy, it’s safe and it’s important.” According to Fernandez, each person in Contra Costa County who participates in the Census will bring $11,450 in funding for local programs. “If 100 people return the form, that’s more than a million dollars in funding to be used in the county. So the more people who participate, the more money we’ll get to support our local programs.” Fernandez added that filling out the Census form is required by the Constitution. Thursday, April 1, is Census Day. In a perfect world, the Census Bureau will have received all of the Census forms by then, but chances are, as with the last Census in 2000, more than 40 million households will fail to respond. In 2000, Contra Costa County recorded a participant rate of 75 percent, while California’s was 73. Replacement forms will be sent to households in April as a friendly reminder to encourage participation, and if the Bureau hasn’t received anything from you by May, the “Non-response Follow-up” process begins and a Census taker will visit your resi-

Housing update go to news/WebExtras!

New statistics offer an inside look at the state of home sales in East County.

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This Week Stone house: ‘Beam me up’

Beams, braces and buttresses will move a historical treasure from life support to recovery and restoration. Page 6A

Ribbons of resistance The war on cancer is being ramped up with a prominent profusion of purple. Page 7A

Back to square one

Having lost last season’s starting lineup to graduation, Freedom will find its 2009 title a tough act to follow. Page 2B

Plus: Calendar ............................ 19B Classifieds ......................... 13B Entertainment ................... 9B Food .................................... 10B Health & Beauty ................ 8B Opinion ..............................10A Sports ................................... 1B

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Water widening Consigned to cash go to news/press releases

Environmental reports for the Los Vaqueros expansion are in the books.

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The call of the wild – turkey by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer

Turkeys in Brentwood? That was the question enquiring minds wanted to answer last week following reports of wild turkeys strolling through neighborhood yards and parks. “I came out of my house the other day and there they were about 17 of them, just walking down the street like they were out for a stroll,” said Marlene Ewell. “I have lived in Brentwood for 13 years and I have never seen them before. It was so amazing; they were just gorgeous.” Don Graves and his daughter Amanda also spied a gaggle of the feathered friends taking what appeared to be their morning constitutional. “There were seven of them just walking

down our street,” said Graves, who lives in Garin Ranch. “My daughter and I were heading to Starbucks and she pointed down the street and said there were some turkeys. I have lived here for 40 years and have seen pheasant and quail, but never turkeys. Or course I didn’t believe her at first, but there they were. It was very exciting.” Commonplace in central Contra Costa locations such as Danville and Diablo, wild turkey sightings are still rare in East County, but perhaps not for long. “Wild turkeys have expanded their range considerably,” said Susan Heckly, wildlife rehabilitation director with the Lindsay Wildlife Museum. “Less than 10 years ago there were virtually none in the Danville/Blackhawk area and now they are everywhere. They’ll go wherever food is available; they are quite resourceful.”

And oftentimes those food resources come from generous residents enamored by the novelty of the big birds, some weighing as much as 30 pounds. But what can happen, said Heckly, is that once the turkeys know where to find the food, they can be difficult to get rid of. “Once they’re in your yard, they can become nuisances, so people should be careful about putting food out for them,” said Heckly. “And although they are fairly harmless, they can be aggressive like chickens. The biggest danger to humans might be to their cars if they hit one. Their size makes them a little intimidating but they don’t have a lot of weapons they can use to fight with. Mostly they’re just pests. Ewell, however, is unperturbed.” “I don’t care if they come around; I think they’re wonderful,” she said. “They don’t bother me – at least not yet.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Gaggles of wild turkeys were spotted parading through Brentwood parks and yards recently. Wildlife ofﬁcials say the prodigious breed is becoming more commonplace in East County.

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Lions Club speech winner moves ahead by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer Whenever Kristina Wegryn feels those first flutters in her stomach, she knows success isn’t far behind. “I’m used to that feeling and I know what it means,” said Kristina, a senior at Heritage High School. “It’s when I don’t get them that I know I’m in trouble.” Luckily for Kristina, the butterflies were in abundance on March 11 as she stepped up to the podium to deliver her speech on heath care reform at the Lions Club Student Speaker competition. The 73rd annual event – held at locations throughout East County and divided into regional and district competitions – is a springboard for high school students looking to improve their public speaking skills and, in some cases, their bank accounts. Cash prizes for the multitiered program total more than $20,000. “It’s a longstanding program whose purpose is to foster independent thinking and give students an opportunity to speak on a number of topics,” said Joyce Sutay, chair of the student speaker competition. “So many doors can open for you if you can express yourself well, if you are organized and can say what you want to say with confidence. This program offers that opportunity to students.” And Kristina has taken full advantage of it. “She’s a phenomenal writer and speaker and she’s done a really great job with this (competition),” said Kathi Timmons, Kristina’s mom. “She’s very focused; she’s kind of an old soul.” This latest competition was Kristina’s third goaround at the Lions speech contest, an event she be-

came involved with as a freshman at the urging of her English teacher Roger Haley. “My interest was really sparked by Mr. Haley when he introduced me to the speech competition,” said Kristina. “He knew that I loved writing and he liked my essays. He’s really been a kind of mentor to me.” Since her first speech, Kristina has waxed poetic on a number of topics for the Lions competition, including global warming, immigration and the California water crisis. This year’s topic – health care reform – has placed Kristina in the running for the regional competition in April. If successful, she will move on to the district level – where first prize is $4,500 – and then on to the area finals, where the prize is $6,400. The final state round will garner the winner $10,000. Any winnings Kristina receives will go into the Brentwood resident’s bank account while she heads off to the Air Force Academy next winter and pursues a career in linguistics. “I just want to get high school out of the way and move on,” she said. For now, Kristina is focusing on graduation and polishing her speechcraft for the next round of competition. “What I like about the (speech) competition is that it’s something different that no one else really does,” she said. “I like to speak in public, and I like to voice my opinion, so this is good for me. It’s definitely helped me become more confident in front of people.” “I’m just so excited to hear that Kristina has won and will move on,” said Sutay. “She’s a very focused, articulate young woman. I think she’ll do very well; I think she has what it takes.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Kristina Wegryn will be competing in the next round of the California Lions Student Speaker Contest. If successful, the Heritage High School senior could win a total of $20,000.

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Scout honored for tribute project by Samie Hartley Staff Writer Oakley City Council meetings don’t typically feature brief intermissions for photo shoots, but last week’s meeting was different. After Mayor Pat Anderson delivered a proclamation to soon-to-be Eagle Scout Carl Smith, Councilwoman Carol Rios stepped down from the dais to play honorary photographer, snapping photos of Smith and his family posing proudly with Anderson. The City of Oakley honors Eagle Scout recipients on a regular basis, but Smith’s story, like the council photo-op, is different as well. As a Boy Scout of Troop 93, Smith earned 36 badges when only 21 are required for Eagle Scout promotion. Smith, a senior at Liberty High School, also decided to make his community service project, a requirement to achieve Eagle status, a personal mission to honor one of his best friends, Tyler Toal. “Tyler Toal was a friend of mine who had passed away in an accident, and the student body felt he needed to memorialized,” Smith said at the council meeting. “So I had the idea of making a bench for him at the center of our quad.” Smith came up with the design for the bench and had it specially ordered, using money garnered during a car wash fundraiser at Liberty last summer. The cardinal-colored bench, inscribed with

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Future Eagle Scout Carl Smith of Boy Scout Troop 93 received a proclamation from the City of Oakley read by Mayor Pat Anderson at last week’s council meeting. the message “In Loving Memory of Tyler Toal,” was installed at Liberty last November. Toal died Feb. 4, 2009 in an ATV accident. He was known for passion for extreme sports including dirt biking, snowboarding, wakeboarding and wake surfing. He was only 16. Smith said that he and his friends sit at the memorial bench every day at lunch unless it’s raining.

“It’s a great part of Liberty High School and it’s always going to be there,” Smith said. Anderson applauded Smith for his tribute to his friend, saying that it was a wonderful way to honor Toal’s memory. Smith will officially achieve his Eagle Scout status during a special court of honor held on Sunday, April 11 at Brentwood’s Veterans Hall. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Gunfire from page 1A “We’re continuing to look into the incident and our guys are providing extra patrols to the area for the time being,” said Thorsen. “But it appears whoever fired the shots fired them into the air as we could not locate any bullet impacts in cars or homes. This is a normally quiet neighborhood and we believe this is most likely an isolated incident.” The resident who called police agreed that the neighborhood is usually placid, although the house where the incident took place has a reputation as a party house. “This is the first time there has been a shooting or anything like that,” she said. “But that house does have a lot of loud music and there have been fights in the street before, and we have found a lot of broken beer bottles. “I think the police did a good job of responding, and they have encouraged us to keep calling (the police) with any problems. I think they did the best they could, but I wish they had been able to do more. This shouldn’t have gone so far.” Those with information regarding the incident should call the Oakley Police Department at 925-625-6700. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Marsh house to be stabilized Braces, beams, buttresses, a good deal of shoring up plus other vital engineering work is on the way to help protect one of California’s most remarkable historic structures – the 1856 John Marsh Stone House in south Brentwood. In its day, the three-story structure featuring seven gables and a unique observation tower was considered by many to be the finest ranch house in all California. John Marsh was the first American citizen to settle in what today is Contra Costa County. A medical doctor and operator of a cattle ranch, Marsh lived on the Rancho Los Meganos property from 1837 to 1856. In September of 1856, he was murdered on his way to San Francisco by three vaqueros who had received payment for work done, but disputed the amount of compensation received from Marsh. A contract has been awarded to City Building, Inc. of San Francisco for the initial stabilization of the historic structure, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The project has been funded through a California Cultural and Historical Endowment (CCHE) grant of $808,379 to the City of Brentwood in collaboration with California State Parks, which owns the property as part of the Cowell Ranch/John Marsh State Historic Park. Established in 2003 by Governor Gray Davis, funding for the endowment was derived from Proposition 40, the voter-

approved bond act of 2002. Additional grants are being sought by the John Marsh Historic Trust to subsidize the eventual restoration of the house. “We welcome this public/private partnership to save this significant piece of California history,” said Ruth Coleman, director of California State Parks. The CCHE grant contract includes, among other things, work to anchor and brace perimeter walls, installation of beams and columns to support floor joists and roof framing, and design for a weathertight exterior. This work is designed to provide for stabilization to prevent collapse, while also allowing for some selective demolition to provide for a more comprehensive condition assessment for future phases of work. The initial stabilization phase is expected to begin in mid-March and last five months. It is not intended to create a fully finished building interior, accessible to the public. That would occur in future phases as additional funds become available through private and public sources. “The City of Brentwood is excited to be a partner with State Parks and the Trust to assist with the funding in saving this truly remarkable house,” said Brentwood Parks and Recreation Director Craig Bronzan. “This project is important not only for the citizens of Brentwood and the surrounding communities, but for all of California – and we are

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vacy, and question how the information will be used and who will have access to it. Fernandez responded that by law, Census information is kept confidential. Members of the Bureau take an oath to protect respondents’ individual information. As the Census is used to provide demographic statistics – not single out individuals – federal agencies such as the FBI and IRS may not request to look at the Census files. To emphasize the importance of participating in the Census, the City of Oakley showed an informational video at last week’s

dence. Fernandez said the 2010 Census form is so easy to fill out (the questionnaire is only 10 questions long) that it will take no more than 10 minutes to complete – quick work compared to the 50-plus question Census forms of the 19th century. Census assistants understand that some people, especially illegal immigrants, might be reluctant to participate in the Census, consider the questionnaire an invasion of pri-

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John Marsh’s famed stone house, seen here in 2007, will be getting some long-awaited stablization work done. proud to play our part.” According to Gene Metz of the John Marsh Historic Trust, “This is long-sought, wonderful news that provides assurance that work to save the historic Marsh house is happening. The Trust is actively seeking the means of extending this vital work, and we are proud to be partners with Brentwood and California State Parks.” council meeting and posted messages about the Census to rotate on the plasma screens located in the Council Chambers. “The Census is the way for communities like Oakley to make sure we get our fair share of federal and state distributed revenues,” said Oakley City Manager Bryan Montgomery. “We know some are hesitant to fill out the forms, but it is a civic duty, whether you are a citizen or immigrant.” For more information about the Census, visit www.2010.census.gov. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Museum set to open The East Contra Costa Historical Society holds its annual Opening Day Celebration on March 27 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring new displays of the Byron Hot Springs and Donner Party, WPA paintings of John Marsh, and a 1920 magician’s costume from the Brentwood Theater. The Society has also recently restored a 1947 Dodge truck used by the Byron Fire Department, and welcomes visitors to get their picture taken with it. Opening Day guests are also invited to bring their “cars of interest” for all the see at the celebration’s car show. Music will be provided by popular DJ Jared and his family, hot dogs will be fired up by Ed and his Angels, and vendors will offer handmade items for sale. The event also features tours of the 1878

farmhouse, originally owned by the Byer and Nail families; plus antique farm tractors, Model T’s, a caboose, fire trucks, Homer’s Tool Shed and the museum store. The store’s collection includes books about Camp Tracy (the prisoner of war camp located at Byron Hot Springs), the original Byron Hot Springs resort and many others pertaining to East County and the Delta. Museum tours are free, but donations are appreciated. Proceeds go toward keeping the Society and its museum in operation for another year. The East Contra Costa Historical Society Museum is open every Saturday and the third Sunday of the month, April through October, from 2 to 4 p.m. For more information, call Dave or Joyce at 925-679-1024.

Relay status: Code Purple The American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life is a life-changing experience that gives people in communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost and fight back against the disease. Oakley’s Relay for Life will be held May 1 and 2. To raise awareness, Oakley Relay organizers and volunteers will be “painting the town purple” beginning Monday, March 29. The goal of the campaign is to place purple ribbons throughout the community in front yards and on businesses to remind residents about the upcoming Relay event.

Participants may pick up purple ribbon at Civic Center Plaza, 3231 Main St., on March 30 from 4 to 6 p.m. or decorate with their own materials. Everyone is welcome to join in this weeklong campaign. If you choose to participate, remember to get permission before putting up decorations on private property. For safety purposes and in order to adhere to Oakley’s municipal code, residents are asked to not decorate light poles, stop signs, stop lights and telephone poles. For more information, visit www. relayforlife.org/oakleyca.

NEW SHORT SALE PROGRAM There is a new government program that goes into effect April 5, 2010 called HAFA, which stands for Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives. This could either be sweeping change that completely revolutionizes the way that short sales are handled in a positive way, or it could be another well-intentioned government program that sounds good at first, but falls flat during implementation because of the fine print. THE GOOD NEWS: HAFA tries to force lenders to consider a short sale before they can foreclose if your loan modification doesn’t work out. Lenders will have to let you know what amount they will take on a short sale PRIOR to you putting it on the market, what’s called a “pre-approved short sale.” They also can’t pursue you after the short sale for a deficiency. They will pay up to $3,000 to satisfy any junior liens, and they’ll even give you $1,500 relocation funds to help you move. THE BAD NEWS: Not every loan qualifies for this, and not every lender is participating. The property must be your principal residence, only applies to first liens taken out on or before

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Trevor’s Weekly Mortgage Matters By Trevor Frey

MARCH 19, 2010

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100% Financing Still Available USDA Home Loans This previous weekend – amazing weather and all – I headed out on the infamous Delta for the fourth time in my entire life. After each adventure, after we dock the boat for the day and I’m driving home, I always think to myself, there is so much untapped land throughout this area. Certain pockets of the Delta’s canals are legally zoned as “rural areas”, and as such allow for special financing offers from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). These loans, known as USDA Home Loans, are very unique in that they are one of the only remaining ways to obtain 100% financing – that’s right, there is no down payment required. In theory, the government is allowing for the foundation in which this nation was built to stay alive. By offering low to moderate income families the ability to purchase new (constructed within the last 12 months), or existing (constructed more than 12 months ago) homes in cities that have a population of no more than 10,000, the spirit of the mid 1800’s is truly still alive. Certain areas with a population up to 25,000 can still be considered…each USDA Home Loan is run through the nationwide to system

to see ensure the property is eligible. Either way, our local areas such as Knightsen, Bethel Island, and even parts of Discovery Bay are very much able to participate in this federally insured program. For this program, you don’t need to be a “first time home buyer” – you just need to be a “low- to moderate-income” buyer. If your annual income is less than $95,000 for a family of 1-4 people, or less than $125,400 for a family of more than 4 people, you may be able to take advantage of this 100% financing program.” Mark Twain and Will Rogers alike shared a sentiment. As Twain stated, “Buy land, they’re not making it anymore.” Our current financial markets are in turmoil and constantly looking to rebound, however one thing is for sure, the value of land will rebound. With the Federal Government truly offering no money out of pocket purchasing, now could very well be the best time since Mark Twain’s death in 1910 to purchase a home! If you have any real estate lending related questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to write me at tfreymortgages@ yahoo.com or call me directly at 925726-1444. – Advertisement

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nightsen Elementary students, from left, Amber Jamison, Haley Bennetts, Adrianna Rodriguez, Samantha Witte, Megan deFremery, Kevin Standridge, James Galbraith, Stetson Solari, Scott Galbraith and Amanda Gutierrez recently took part in the regional Math Counts competition, part of a national arithmetic contest for sixth- through eighth-graders. Knightsen students, coached by former national champion Reed Galbraith, competed against schools of more than 1,000 students – a daunting number compared to Knightsen’s lessthan-200 middle-schoolers. While the students didn’t place in the top three to advance to state competition, they enjoyed dissecting decimals, questioning quadratic equations and pondering probability.

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Freedom High School’s Power of Unity advisors, students and Diversity Coordinator Jesse Gossett celebrate world cultures.

Freedom celebrates Multi-cultural Week Freedom High School celebrated Multi-cultural Week in a big way last month as the Power of Unity, ALOHA, BSU, French, German and Latinos Unidos clubs transformed classrooms into continents. The celebration of world cultures featured many activities that challenged students’ knowledge of and appreciation

for foreign lifestyles and traditions. Highlights of most classrooms included the music, food, history, maps, flags and artifacts of the chosen continent, and trivia games provided healthy competition to satisfy a thirst for knowledge about the foreign lands. – Contributed by Sarah Singrin

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ongratulations to the following Liberty High School students for being named Students of the Month for January: Malynda Barnes, Hannah Bennett, Danielle Bowersmith, Michael Cailotto, Callum Coogan, Terry Cruz, Stephanie Delgado, Morgan Dupee, Brooke Edwards, Angelique Estrada, Sam Figueroa, Dominick Finetti, Ryan Finn, Joseph Ford, Diego Gasca, Jose Gomez, Justine Green, Carlos Gutierrez, Samantha House, Lindsey Hull, David Knittel, Kayla Knowles, Sara Luci, Jocelyn Medina, Chandler Meyer, Vanessa Mora, Andrea Nguyen, Lindsay Petersen, Chelsea Revel, Ricardo Rodriguez, ZaQuala Totten, Ricardo Walls and David Whitaker.

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Raises disappointing Editor: Open letter to Dr. Merrill Grant – Brentwood Union School District: Dr. Grant, we received your letter on Friday regarding the budget cut at Brentwood schools. I have to say that this is the most disappointing letter that I have ever received. My husband and I are very familiar with step increases, as he has been a firefighter most of his life and is currently employed with a local fire department. My husband’s COLA increases through the union were deferred so that their budget wouldn’t take such a big hit with the struggling economy. I myself have forgone pay increases and bonus monies so that I can keep my employment. I must say that I am quite ashamed of your behavior and the behavior of the other board members who took money from a struggling school district to pay yourselves. While I understand step increases, I would think that in this economy, instead of making my children suffer and have teacher’s lose their jobs, you and the other board members should have shown more honorable behavior. Your vision of centering the academic program on the “whole child” should have included doing everything you can to keep quality teachers, art programs, music programs and smaller class sizes. Instead, you gave yourself a raise. Bravo. Jana Aubert Brentwood

Thanks for benevolent burrowing Editor: We have something special in Antioch! In addition to the beautiful new community center being built, we have a lovely new nature area right behind it. The City of Antioch has created a 24-acre preserve that will be forever protected and cared for by using the interest made from an endowment fund. I am especially fond of this area because it

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is home to feathered friends of mine called burrowing owls. Burrowing owls are 9 inches tall and live in the ground. The burrowing owl is declining and is listed as a bird of special concern in the state of California. It delights me that Antioch is the first city in the East Bay to have created something this unique. It has done an outstanding job making this area attractive to the burrowing owls. While this is not the most ideal living situation for burrowing owls, it is adequate for them and they don’t seem to mind being surrounded by development. This past weekend, with a little help from friends, we installed six nesting boxes in the ground. Now the owls have choices between natural burrows and a few manmade burrows. This was a very labor-intensive job but we got the job done. So, many thanks to Lonnie Karste, the community center’s project manager, for allowing me to add these new owl homes. Many thanks to the Friends of Marsh Creek for getting so many volunteers on short notice. Many thanks to the Burrowing Owl Preservation Society, which graciously donated all the materials, and many thanks to all the volunteers who came out with such enthusiasm – and their shovels – to help with this project. We never could have done it without you! Some day I hope to add some solar cameras inside the nesting boxes so that life inside them can be viewed from inside the community center. I think this would be a great addition to the educational part of the nature area. But first I need to think about how to raise money for that project. Dee Vieira Antioch

Better fire/paramedic staffing achievable

Editor: Why is it that the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (ECCFPD) is understaffed, only provides basic life support and is among the lowest paid in the Bay Area? If you look at the numbers, we can staff all ECCFPD fire engines with the minimum standard of three people (all but two of the engines are staffed with two persons), provide advanced life support (ALS) capabilities and pay personnel a fair wage for their services. If you read newly formed fire board member Kevin Romick’s blog, dated Feb. 9 (www.romickinoakley.wordpress.com), it stated, “The new fire board outlined the district’s lack of revenue to provide staffing levels in urban areas.” He also stated, “The district currently has an operating budget of $12.3 million” and that “the district covers eight stations and one Cal-Fire station on Marsh Creek Road with a total area encompassing 250 square miles.”

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ECCFPD is the second-largest fire district in Contra Costa County. Of the $12.3 million, $1.7 million is being pulled from the district’s reserves. The International Association of Firefighters has recommended a minimum of three-person engines as a more efficient means of providing service and increasing firefighter safety. If we were to raise the property tax just 3 cents for every dollar of assessed property value across the board for all cities covered by ECCFPD, it would generate approximately $6.14 million in additional revenue and would cost approximately an additional $90 for a $300,000 home. With the additional $6.14 million in revenue, they (ECCFPD) would be able to make all their engines ALS staffed with three persons and stop the need to dip into the reserve funds. ECCFPD would need to hire approximately 19 people – most, if not all, would need to be paramedics – to achieve adequate staffing levels for urban areas. With the addition of paramedics on the engines, there would no longer be a need for the three quick-response vehicles (QRVs), which do not transport patients to hospitals, that AMR staffs at three of the fire stations. By eliminating the QRVs, it would force AMR to put more transporting ALS ambulances on our streets, thus reducing the time it takes to get our communities’ residents to a hospital. Having been a paramedic and EMT for the last 18 years and a firefighter-paramedic for the last five, as well as a taxpayer in Brentwood for the last five years, I hope that my family and property would be covered by the same standard that everyone around us seems to have. Aren’t we worth it? Ronald Bell Brentwood

Breaking ULL not the answer Editor: Breaking Brentwood’s urban limit line will not solve the American Avenue problem. If the ULL initiative is passed, it will be at least four more years until American Avenue is completed. Why don’t we try to draw a more conservative ULL to solve the school traffic problems? Why push the ULL all the way to Deer Valley Road to fix the traffic problems at the schools? We are told Antioch will take the land if we don’t vote to break the current urban limit line. However, Antioch would have to vote to break its own urban limit line in order to try to claim the land in question. Does anyone really believe Antioch wants this land? Antioch has enough of its own development and money problems without adding more to the mix. The City of Brentwood’s fiscal analysis states the city would receive a net gain of $800,000 a year whenever the proposed development is

completed. Sounds good, doesn’t it? Now ask yourselves: how much money will be made by the landowners – including the biggest landowner, Mission Peak Development (a home builder based in the South Bay)? Please read the initiative when your ballot arrives and decide for yourself if it agrees with your vision of Brentwood. Gretchen Klaus Brentwood

Not releasing prisoners a criminally dumb idea

Editor: The federal judiciary has ordered the state of California to reduce its prison population to alleviate severe overcrowding. Because of bad management and incredibly sweet union contracts for guards, the cost of warehousing inmates in California prisons approaches the room rate of the Four Seasons hotels. Prison guards in California make almost 2½ times what a five-year veteran elementary school teacher makes. Go figure. The answer is not to build more expensive prisons staffed by overpaid guards, nor is it to farm out the prison management to a for-profit private company. The term “forprofit” should be self explanatory here. The answer is to carefully cull the prison inmate population to manageable numbers. Release the poor slob serving time for possessing a joint, release the first-time non-violent offenders who were railroaded by overzealous district attorneys and overworked, poor-performing public defenders. Release the ones who are not a threat to me or my neighbors and are costing the taxpayers a fortune to keep inside. The courts have ordered the reduction in prison population; it’s up to us, the taxpayers, to see that the reduction is handled well. At the risk of repeating myself: The answer is not building more prisons staffed with very expensive guards! And while we are talking about overpaid public employees, let’s take a hard look at the Brentwood Union School District. To give Dr. Grant and his cronies a raise in these tough economic times is almost criminal! Dr. Grant is way overpaid already while the ‘in the trenches” teachers work long hours in overcrowded classrooms with pay scales that make burger flipping look good. You should be ashamed of yourself, Merrill! Maybe it is time for the community to take a long, hard look at the school board members and their relationships with these three overpaid administrators? And finally: How about we try something really novel here in Brentwood? Let’s widen Balfour out to Deer Valley without see Letters page 11A

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Letters from page 10A approving 1,300-plus new homes. And while we are at it, let’s make the Highway 4 Bypass four lanes from Lone Tree to Balfour like it should have been all along. The planning and execution of road and street building here in Brentwood has been a disaster for at least the last 10 years. Bill Sumner Brentwood

Pained at the distractions Editor: “These are the times that try men’s souls,” said Thomas Paine. While today he might have used the term “people’s” souls, I wonder what he would have to say about today’s global issues – the war in Afghanistan, the health care “debate,” the financial system crises, the economy, etc. Imagine Thomas residing in Summerset or Deer Ridge or the Rose Garden, or Eskaton, and examining our local issues – raising chickens in your undersize backyard, allowing the open carrying of weapons in our coffee shops, having to consider again changing the urban limit line. These latter issues are at least distractions that try our souls – but at least the chicken issue is resolved. Now we move on to open carry and the urban limit line (ULL). I agree with the lady who wrote to the editor expressing her disapproval of open carry; and I castigate Starbucks for allowing open carry (with ammo two seconds away). I’m simply not comfortable taking my family into a restau-

rant that allows guns other than law enforcement (unless they have a “Wyatt Earp” at the door to check those guns). It’s good to have a Peet’s close by … I also agree with the other lady who wrote to the editor about her disapproval of changing the ULL. Why in the world would we want to annex property and develop up to 1,300 more homes in the area west of Heritage High? Well, those who stand to make money one way or another on the project would want it. But we the people do not need more traffic and pollution, to the tune of thousands more cars. There are already too many homes on the development queue. The ULL initiative almost cleverly contains amenities, such as improving Balfour to Deer Valley and providing better access into and out of the schools in that area; but funds for such improvements would be years away when, and if, development fees roll in. How about considering a smaller area to annex so that American Avenue can be completed, and considering a bond issue to raise funds for the road improvements, or applying for stimulus money to solve the problems? The ULL initiative is shaping up to be a classic battle between developers/builders and the rest of us. Thomas, where are you when we need you? (By the way, I hope this letter isn’t considered my “Age of Reason.” That’s what ruined Thomas Paine). Kermit Sveen Brentwood

A lack of vision Editor: After reading the recent article “Balfour project heads for ballot” I couldn’t help but write another letter to the editor expressing my strong objection to this plan. Let me say it again, nothing about this project will benefit the existing residents of Brentwood. How this project is being proposed and the deceitful manner in which it’s conveyed to Brentwood residents should be an indication of why it should be soundly defeated. What was that petition you hurriedly signed for again? Expanding American Avenue? Mmmmm. It’s curious that Brian Swisher would say that opponents to this expansion “lacked vision.” It’s a lack of vision that compels anyone to suggest adding 1,300 homes and new commercial buildings to one corner of the city is a good idea. Not to mention the apartments/condos also in the plan. Widening Balfour means nothing if you don’t also widen the Highway 4 Bypass. All that extra traffic brought on by all these new homes/apartments/condos/businesses is going to funnel into an already congested single lane heading north and south. It’s bad now; what will it be like when this project is complete? Talk about a lack of vision! I challenge Mr. Swisher to share his vision of the benefits this expansion has to those of us who live in the area. Mr. Swisher should rely on the merits of the project to see Letters page 14A

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Why You Should Consider a Short Sale Versus a Foreclosure by Joan Grimes, Esq. When a person is behind on their home loan, it is easy to get discouraged and think that a foreclosure sale will be better than a short sale. It will be easier to walk away and just let the Bank take back the property. However, all too often, walking away from a property is not the best option. First, the borrower is responsible for the property until it reverts to the Bank at the trustee sale or is sold by to a third party at the trustee sale. The time between walking away and the trustee sale can be months or in some cases, years. During those months, the upkeep of the property including maintenance of the property is still the responsibility of the borrower. The borrower is also personally liable for homeowners’ dues, homeowners insurance and any charges levied by the city for failure to maintain the property. Instead of moving out, the borrower could have put the property up for short sale and continued to live in the property without paying the mortgage and saving for their next place. Second, it will take longer to qualify for a new home loan if the property is foreclosed. Fannie Mae and FHA have made it clear that both will look more favorably on a short sale versus a foreclosure. The Borrower will be eligible for credit to purchase a home in 2 years from completion date of a short sale whereas it could be 5 years from date of the foreclosure sale is completed. Third, a short sale may reduce personal liability and tax liability on the property. This may be especially true if the borrower does not qualify for bankruptcy. However, extreme caution

should be used in proceeding with a short sale on a stated income loan if the borrower gave less than honest information as part of original the loan application. On a short sale, the lender will require release of financial information including prior tax returns which may expose the borrower additional liability instead of reducing liability. Deciding to do a short sale is big decision and may have significant legal and tax consequences. Therefore, prior to starting a short sale (1) determine the affect of the short sale on your credit, (2) is there any personal liability on a lien after the short sale and (3) is there any tax liability due to the short sale. In conclusion, a short sale versus a foreclosure may be the right decision for you. However, a short sale can have serious consequences which should be analyzed by a real estate or bankruptcy attorney. This is a complicated area of the law, but a bankruptcy or real estate attorney should be able to make to an analysis of your particular situation fairly quickly. *This information is not provided as legal advice and should not be relied up in making any decision regarding a voluntary default, short sale, foreclosure or bankruptcy. This information is not a substitute for obtaining tax & legal advice regarding an individual situation. Law Office of Joan M. Grimes 8660 Brentwood Blvd., Suite B Brentwood, California 94513 (925) 323-7772 Phone (925) 407-8373 Fax © 2010 Joan Grimes – Advertisement

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Jump from page 11A make his case rather than attack those of us who oppose it. We should also take care not to be spurred into some sort of knee-jerk reaction whenever Antioch is brought up. A buffer is not an impenetrable wall that keeps away the bad guys. In this case, a “buffer” is a sales tactic meant to draw upon the fear of what might happen. This type of sales job is coming from Mr. Tom Koch, who happens to represent the only benefactors of this project. The landowners. I won’t go much further with Mr. Koch. His intentions should be clear considering whom he represents. Think about what this level of expansion means to your quality of life. More homes/businesses equal more cars and people. That’s an undeniable fact. Can anyone really say this is good for us? If so, prove it with more than talk of buffer zones and American Avenue. If this project is truly in the best interest of Brentwood residents, then supporters should clearly explain how that area is going to support all the new cars and people that come with construction and habitation of so many new dwellings. Good luck. Please vote no on whatever this ballot is eventually named. It lacks vision. Chris Wakefield Brentwood

Dude – where’s my gym towel? Editor: California’s system to fund its schools is broken. It is not just a broken funding system; it has a governance problem as well. First, a short walk back in time: When I was in junior high and high school after P.E. class each day I got a fresh, clean

towel to use after I showered. After sports practices or games, participants dropped off the dirty jerseys only to collect a clean one the next day. The right of passage for every junior high school boy was to bring home to his father an ashtray he made in metal shop. My school always had a full-time school nurse and there were counselors for each grade level. Summer school offered a full array of courses, from band and art to core academics. For those students that wanted to graduate early, they could take extra classes during the summer. In the late 1970s, Proposition 13 was passed. In a mere three years, California went from being one of the top five states in funding its schools to the bottom 10, never to recover. The first cut? My gym towel! This cut seemed so trivial at the time. Next came the elimination of many elective classes. Summer school may be the microcosm of this systematic dismantling of public education funding; we went from a full offering of courses to, more recently, only classes for those students in jeopardy of failing. And this year there will be no summer school with the exception of special-education classes. School funding has gotten a lot of focus over the last two to three years during this “Great Recession.” But the reality is this has been in the making for 30 years. Now, do I advocate for the repeal of Proposition 13? Absolutely not! However, people need to understand the unintended consequences of Proposition 13. During pre-Proposition 13, most property taxes generated locally for schools stayed local. Local school boards also had significant say over their resources and their own policies. In Post-Proposition 13, virtually all of our

money for local schools went to Sacramento. Our local education dollars now were up for grabs with other state priorities. It is very clear that funding and governance need to get back into alignment. I offer two options: 1. Since most of the current money resides in Sacramento, we create a single State of California School District with one Board of Education. All business, payroll and personnel functions would move to Sacramento. Yes, and create a statewide system of collective bargaining. Sacramento would then have the ability to fund any salary schedule changes. Currently, local districts only really have control over their expenditures; they have virtual no control over their revenue. 2. Return local control. Keep the current local school board governance structure, but require that all local taxes collected to support local schools stay local. Provide the ability for the local community to support and fund local schools. Allow for a very minimal level of state oversight. Rick Rogers Superintendent Oakley Union School District

Thanks for high-flying help Editor: On behalf of our veterans, I would like to thank the following people who donated to my Eagle Scout project so that Veterans Hall in Brentwood could have a brand-new, lighted bulletin board: Claridge Products & Equipment; American Alarm; Hershey Electric; SpeeDee Oil Change & TuneUp on Brentwood Boulevard; Glenn and Janelle Gruner of Image Construction & Management; Greg and Judi Chan; Baskin

Robbins Ice Cream on Brentwood Boulevard; Greg and Debbie Castro; Lee and Linda Hershberger; Joe and Cyrena Park; Heidi Osborn; Julie Hubbard; and Maurice and Patty Hernandez. Preston Miller Troop 93, Brentwood

Thank you to our sponsors Editor: For the past few years, our seventhand eighth-grade class has gone out into the community to intern with a variety of businesses for a three-day period of time. This experience has taught our students many things, including: what it takes to be involved in their community, what it takes to get and keep a job, plus what it will take to reach their career goals. We would like to thank the following businesses that sponsored a student this year: Bases Loaded, Old River Elementary, Zanko Renovations, Kaiser, East Hills Veterinary Clinic, Sandoval Home Day Care, Sutter Elementary, Highlands Ranch, Coca Cola, Antioch Pediatric Dentistry, UC Berkeley, Zenzis Cosmetology, Pets Frolic Inn, Antioch Charter Academy, Varian Inc, Silverback Network, In-Shape, Trucks Training, Woodland Fire Station 532, Pacific States Aviation, East Bay Auto Spa, Sweet Medical Corp., Paradise Skate, Biozone Lab, Best Buy, Justice Clothing for Girls, De La Salle, His & Hers Formal Wear, UCSF Citywide Case Management, Richard Hobin Law Office, Deer Valley High, Brentwood Oaks Equestrian, Earth Friendly Walls, and the Antioch Police Department. Edna Heller, Shauna Cramer and Peggy Wunderly Antioch Charter Academy I

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND AVAILABILITY OF A NEGATIVE DECLARATION Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City of Brentwood will, at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the normal course of business permits on May 4, 2010, hold a public hearing to consider the following application: A resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Brentwood recommending adoption of the negative declaration and finding that the proposed 2010/11 - 2014/15 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget is consistent with the adopted General Plan and specific plans of the City of Brentwood as required by sections 65402 and 65403 of the government code. A Negative Declaration has been prepared for this program pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, to assess potential environmental impacts. The ranges of projects included in the CIP are: improvements to roadways; parks and trails; water and wastewater systems; community facilities, drainage systems; and development-financed improvements. Project sites are not on any of the lists of sites enumerated under Section 65962.5 of the Government Code as related to hazardous materials. The draft Negative Declaration, initial study and copy of the CIP Budget are available for public review and comment for thirty (30) days beginning on March 26, 2010 and ending on April 26, 2010. Documents are available for review at the following locations: City of Brentwood Public Works and Community Development Departments, 118 Oak Street; City Administration, 708 Third Street; Parks and Recreation, 101B Sand Creek Road and the Library, 104 Oak Street. Applicant: City of Brentwood Said hearing will be held at the City Council Chambers, 101B Sand Creek Road, Brentwood, California. Further information may be obtained from Associate Planner Debbie Hill (925/516-5135 or dhill@ci.brentwood. ca.us) in the Community Development Department of the City of Brentwood, 118 Oak Street, Brentwood, California 94513. Before any court challenge of Plan-

ning Commission decisions, you are required to appeal the decision to the City Council no later than the time period provided under the City’s Municipal Code. In addition you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Brentwood Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 19, 2010

sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $561,383.65. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speciﬁed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 12/10/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Ofﬁcer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3486707 03/19/2010, 03/26/2010, 04/02/2010 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates March 19, 26, April 2

Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/16/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 130 SHARON PLACE, BAY POINT, CA, 94565. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $410,649.50. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 12/03/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is

a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3488523 03/19/2010, 03/26/2010, 04/02/2010 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2

cept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speciﬁed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 10/31/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Ofﬁcer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3487624 03/19/2010, 03/26/2010, 04/02/2010 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2

94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2080 MORRO DRIVE, PITTSBURG, CA, 94565. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $464,153.20. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speciﬁed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 11/06/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Ofﬁcer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3486871 03/19/2010, 03/26/2010, 04/02/2010 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0133845 Title Order No. 09-8397128 Investor/Insurer No. 153457830 APN No. 055-530-036-7 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/28/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by DWAYNE D. HUNT AND NICOLE HUNT, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 09/28/2006 and recorded 10/18/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0330375-00, in Book , Page ), of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/16/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5371 MOJAVE WAY, ANTIOCH, CA, 94531. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0128892 Title Order No. 09-8384698 Investor/Insurer No. 202398517 APN No. 098-383-007-6-01 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/02/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by JOSE L NAVA, A MSRRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 06/02/2005 and recorded 06/13/05, as Instrument No. 2005-0210944-00, in

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0110386 Title Order No. 09-8320817 Investor/Insurer No. 137154328 APN No. 076-263-032-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/10/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by SHANE M PETERSON, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE & SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 05/10/2006 and recorded 05/18/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0156775-00, in Book , Page ), of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/16/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2838 SEVILLE CIRCLE, ANTIOCH, CA, 945094520. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $404,029.66. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will ac-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0114503 Title Order No. 09-8331881 Investor/Insurer No. 115826750 APN No. 073-270-064-6 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/23/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by JOSE LUIS NIEVES MARTINEZ, AN UNMARRIED MAN, dated 11/23/2005 and recorded 12/09/05, as Instrument No. 2005-0474200-00, in Book , Page ), of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/16/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA

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Falcons rebuild after grand-slam season by Dave Roberts Staff Writer It would be difficult for a baseball team to have a better season than Freedom’s 2009 campaign. The Falcons finished 23-4 overall, 14-1 in league and won the NCS championship over De La Salle – a game in which Freedom’s star pitcher Billy Wardell received a nasty gash over his eye in the second inning, convinced the manager to let him stay in the game, went on to pitch a shutout, celebrated the victory with his teammates, then went to the hospital to receive 19 stitches. “Gutsy, gutsy, gutsy,” said Freedom Manager Gary Alexander of Wardell’s heroic performance. “Most people would have been going to the hospital in the second inning. He wasn’t going anywhere. Last year was a dream season – a lot of talented seniors, and they got the most out of their potential. It was a lot of fun.” But now it’s a new season; Wardell has graduated and is starting for the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Asked how many other starters he lost to graduation, Alexander said, “It would be easier to say who we didn’t lose. (We lost) the whole starting lineup, everybody. I have three people returning this year, and they weren’t starters last year. We’re starting fresh. We’re talented, but very inexperienced and young. At this point I have three freshmen on the varsity team, a couple of seniors, a couple of juniors maybe and sophomores too.”

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One returning star is Joe Navilhon, who as a freshman threw hard and did an excellent job in relief, posting a 1.42 ERA in 24 innings. “He played a pretty important part last year, relieving-wise,” said Alexander. “He’s going to start this year.” Also returning to the mound is Ryan Petrangelo, who notched a 4.95 ERA in five innings as a junior. “He didn’t get a lot of innings last year, but did get varsity experience. Those two we hope do well.” Andrew Garner, a junior who is well known to Freedom basketball fans, is making his debut with the varsity baseball team. He’ll be pitching and has the ability to play infield or outfield. “We’ll see what best fits for him,” said Alexander. This year’s Navilhon could well be Dante Mays, a freshman who “is very talented at pitching and center field. He does both really well.” Freedom’s inexperience showed in a 1-6 season-opening loss to a tough Bishop O’Dowd team that has the potential to vie for the NCS championship this year. “We held our own,” said Alexander. “It really probably should have been a 2-1 loss. But we walked some batters in, we beaned some batters in, we had a few balks, we had a couple of errors that brought batters in. So, if we get rid of those problems we’ll be all right – that’s just young things.” You might expect Alexander to be content with a .500 year in this rebuilding season, but he’s actually looking to repeat. “I’m hoping for a league championship,” he said.

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Freedom baseball Manager Gary Alexander is hoping for another NCS championship despite the rebuilding season ahead. “I don’t think anything less. I think we’ve got a group of guys that if they come together I think we can do some damage. There’s a couple of good teams in this league that can have a say in that matter. We’ll see. I think we’ll be able to compete. “The whole thing is being able to gel as a team. I don’t know the players that well; they don’t know each other that well. So far it looks like it’s going to gel pretty good. I’m

still figuring out who’s playing where, who’s going to be the starters and who’s coming off the bench. So far it’s a great bunch of guys that I think have unlimited potential. We’ll see where it goes. We’re young; we’re going to make our mistakes. But hopefully we’ll learn from them and can get better.” League action starts at home at 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 25 against Liberty. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Patriots sink Cowboys by Michael Dixon Correspondent On Friday, the Heritage swim and dive teams worked their way through the inclement weather to handily defeat the visiting Livermore Cowboys. The Lady Patriots won 123-59 and the boys won 105-78. The scoring in swimming calls for depth. A team can boast the winning swimmer in an event only to lose the race in points. The Heritage boys had no problem showing off their depth Friday, winning nine out of 11 events and tying another. Coach Craig Carson believes his teams’ greatest weakness is the boys’100yard backstroke – the only race that the boys lost (3-13). Their only other blemish came in the 50-yard freestyle, which they tied 8-8. The Patriot dive team was also outdone 3-10. Thomas Hally was the leading point-getter for the boys as he won the 50 free (24.92), 100 free (57.80), and was a part of two of the Patriots’ successful relay teams. Kurt Holzmuller showed impressive all-around skills by winning the 100 back (1:01.99) and the 500 free by nearly 30 seconds (5:21.80). The boys, despite being the defending league champs, are still relatively young, but produced the winning swimmer in six of the eight individual races. They

also won all three of the meet’s relays. Carson feels good about his team’s chances at repeating as league champions. “I think that our guys are probably the strongest in the league. We lost three of four really good varsity boys last year. But we still have a few good ones and we have a few good freshmen. We’ve got a lot of depth on the boys.” Like the boys, the girls lost the diving portion of the meet but that didn’t stop them from outscoring Livermore in all races but the butterfly and producing the winning swimmer in all events except the breaststroke. A season ago, the Lady Patriots finished second, between Deer Valley and Liberty. Carson believes his team can overtake Deer Valley this year but expects competition from the same two opponents. Maddison Applegate, who placed in two events at NCS last year, was the star of the meet for the girls. She won the 100 free (55.01), 200 free (1:56.95) and was a part of the winning team in two of the three relays, racking up 28 points for Heritage. Between boys and girls, JV and varsity, Heritage fields 107 swimmers. Despite its triple-digit roster, Carson said, “The team is a closely knit team. They do a lot of things together and they’re a really fun group to coach.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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CYO meet gives Freedom track a workout by Dave Roberts Staff Writer

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This runner lost her shoe but won the race anyway in a CYO meet at Freedom High Saturday.

Normally it’s the athletes on the Freedom High track who get the workout as they run around it. But on Saturday it looked like it was the track itself getting a workout as it did its best to support the pounding of more than a thousand young feet in a five-parish CYO practice meet while hundreds of family members filled the stands to watch the kids run. “Excellent,” was the response of Darren Newell, head coach for St. Bonaventure CYO Parish, when asked how the event was going. “We have an excellent group of assistant coaches, great volunteers and just a real wonderful core group of parents as well that are very supportive. Albeit it’s competitive, everyone here is very, very cooperative and supportive of watching the kids enjoy and have a good time out here.” Between 500 and 600 kids participated in the

CYO’s first meet of the season, including some from Brentwood’s Immaculate Heart of Mary and Antioch’s Holy Rosary parishes. The events included races of 50, 100, 200, 400 and 800 meters along with the mile and various relays. “We’ve been working out for six weeks,” said Newell. “And we try to look to see just how well the kids are and how well we need to work on the fine tuning and development further on through the qualifying rounds to get them prepared for (the championship).” Three more practice meets will be held at various tracks in the diocese, which includes Concord and Walnut Creek, followed by three qualifying meets and the championship on May 8. Freedom’s track declined to comment on the pounding it took, but it appeared to have held up well and was happy with all the attention on what would normally have been a placid Saturday afternoon. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

Immaculate championship he Brentwood boys fourth-grade American Division CYO Basketball Immaculate Heart of Mary team competed in the Diocese of Oakland and walked away with the A Division title. Fielding two third-graders on the roster, the team ﬁ nished the regular season 9-1, swept through the playoffs and prevailed in the championship showdown. The players are Kalil Freeman, Neko Capsaliaris, Devin Jensen, Ryan Clark, Stefon Foster, Ryan Nabas (not pictured), Nick Legge, Maurice Wilmer II and Jonathan Ned; coached by Nick Capsalilaris and Dwayne Freeman.

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Distinguished sting ongratulations to Adams Middle School’s sixth-grade basketball team. The Yellow Jackets just wrapped up an impressive 14-0 season, demonstrating outstanding sportsmanship and teamwork and maintaining the high academic standards expected from Adams athletes. The players are John Photo courtesy of Derrick Bullington Ketchel, Kevin Milan, Adam Selah, Jakobi Ford Jr., Kolman Kelly, Isiah Clement, Miles Johnston, Marcus Wallace, Onye Inenacho and captain Donovan Hom; coached by Derrick Bullington Not pictured are Chandler Hancock and James Ned III.

Three cheers for champs n Saturday, March 6 both the Liberty High School and Edna Hill Middle School competition cheerleading teams placed ﬁrst in their divisions at the America’s Best Championship competition in San Photo courtesy of Lydia Brecher Jose. This is the last year that Lori Abreu, who has coached the Edna Hill team for the past few years, will be coaching, and she’ll be missed by all.

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DV from page 1B quite a contrast to an NCS playoff game the week before with a sparse home crowd at Deer Valley. “One of the great things tonight is we had our school out supporting us,” said Wisely. “It was a great atmosphere to play in one of the best venues in the state of California. I couldn’t be prouder of my school and my team.” The coach credited the defensive pressure for shutting down North Salinas in the third quarter. “We went to our press,” she said. “That was the really big key is we forced them into a lot turnovers, which was huge.” Also huge was Deer Valley’s ability to score from three-point land. Mia Rose-

Heritage from page 1B coach the last three years. “I had most of them as freshman,” he said. “We lost six games in three years – they are used to winning.” The team lost star pitcher Juan Padilla to graduation. But this year’s team has a strong crop of seniors, including pitcher Cole Wells, shortstop/outfielder Jordan Heald-Mullins, first baseman Kevin Harrity and third baseman/pitcher Sean Packard – the last two are familiar to Heritage basketball fans, having helped lead the team to its excellent 22-6 season. A rising star is sophomore shortstop/pitcher Paul Blackburn, who hit a two-run homer in the Las Lomas game and is already attracting attention from college scouts.

boro popped in three treys, while Cydnie Mixon knocked down two long balls and ended with 14 points. Fox scored one three-pointer and ended with eight points. Deer Valley’s playoff run continued Saturday on the road against Oak Ridge. Unfortunately, they lost a squeaker, 63-65, despite an impressive comeback after being down by 11 points at the half. Fox led Deer Valley with 22 points, nine of which came on three-point shots. The loss ended another amazing season for the Lady Wolverines, who look set to do it again next year with Fox returning, although they will lose Roseboro and Mixon to graduation. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

Brannan said he would like to get Blackburn more time on the mound, but he’s already got a lot of senior arms ready to go. In addition to Wells, Packard and Harrity, he’s got seniors Kris Hagar, Hunter Jorgensen, Chris Lynch and Chad Radlich and junior Jack Jorgensen who can all take the ball. “We are pretty strong in that department,” said Brannan. “The old saying is ‘you can never have enough pitching.’ Right now I have too much. Trying to find them innings is hard right now. If somebody has a sore arm or a bump in the road, knowing I have them waiting to fill in is a luxury a lot of coaches would love to have.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Diabetes – make the diet connection by Kiki Powers Certified Nutritional Consultant March 23 is American Diabetes Alert Day, which is important because while at least 20 million Americans are diabetic, the disease remains undiagnosed in nearly 50 percent of these individuals. This is a great time to heighten your awareness about this serious but often very preventable disease. There are two types of diabetes. Although Type I diabetes is linked to genetics, Type II – often referred to as “adult onset” diabetes – develops largely from our diet and lifestyle choices. It seems as if American culture, cuisine and technology have all conspired to make our lives more sedentary, foods high in fat and sugar more abundant, and opportunities to eat more frequent. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to help prevent and treat diabetes naturally, starting with your dinner plate. Diabetes is clearly linked to high cholesterol levels and intake of saturated fat, meats and sugar. The American Diabetes Association long ago revised its dietary rec-

ommendations, advising that diabetics shift from the typical high-fat, high-protein diet that had been recommended for years to one that is high in fiber, low in fat and rich in complex carbohydrates. The American Diabetes Association recommends eating 20 to 35 grams of dietary fiber daily, though most Americans fall far short of this goal. Soluble fiber – from oatmeal, beans and fresh produce – helps to control blood sugar levels by delaying glucose (sugar) from entering the bloodstream and reducing LDL (“bad”) cholesterol. Along with boosting fiber, reducing your fat intake is key – especially the saturated fat typically found in meats, cheeses and other dairy products – and replacing it with monounsaturated fat, like that found in olive oil. Guess what? Eating less high-fat meat and dairy means you have more room for healthy complex carbs and plant-based proteins like tofu, soy milk, almond milk, beans, nuts and seeds. Why is this so valuable? Well, diets featuring these foods not only increase insulin sensitivity for more controlled blood-sugar levels, but also sig-

nificantly reduce insulin requirements for most patients. In fact, embracing a Mediterranean-type diet, in which fresh, whole foods and olive oil replace refined carbs and saturated fats, improves both insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance. And yes, that may well include a daily glass of wellnesspromoting red wine! An excellent tool to guide you to the healthiest food choices is the glycemic index, which ranks foods based on their immediate effect on blood sugar levels. Foods with a high index number (over 50) like cookies, white bread and white rice are the most likely to upset blood sugar levels and promote weight gain, whereas foods with a low ranking (under 50) – like beans, fresh produce, and whole grains – help with weight control and maintain insulin sensitivity, not to mention being more energizing and nutritious. The glycemic index is a great tool. Learn more at www.glycemicindex.com. Again, Type II diabetes is a dangerous condition, but it’s also a very preventable one. Taking action now with simple dietary changes can help ensure a long, healthy and diabetes-free life. Here’s to your wellness!

Colorectal cancer can’t hide from the screen by Dagan Henderson March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Have you been screened for colorectal cancer? If everyone followed screening recommendations, we could reduce the number of related deaths in the United States by half. “Only about half of Americans that should be screened for colorectal cancer are actually getting screened,” said Dr. Jeffrey Cronk, medical director of cancer services at Sutter Delta Medical Center.

“The most troubling thing is that if the other half were screened as recommended, we could reduce the number of colorectal cancer deaths by about 25,000 every year.” According to Cronk, most colorectal cancers start as polyps in the colon or rectum. At that stage they can be safely removed from the colon and prevented from ever developing into cancer. The American Cancer Society publishes the most widely used screening recommendation. For people at average risk, which is most of us, screenings should

begin with a colonoscopy at age 50. How screenings are spaced and what types of screenings are used after that depends on what your physician finds. “If we don’t find any polyps at all, we can wait 10 more years before another colonoscopy,” explains Cronk. “If we find polyps, we’ll schedule you for another one in three or five years.” Between colonoscopies, doctors can use less invasive screenings such as flexible sigmoidoscopy, which is similar to colonoscopy but less invasive because only part

of the colon is examined. No other screening is as reliable or complete as a colonoscopy, so anytime something suspicious is found, a colonoscopy is used to examine it further. “One in three colorectal cancer patients succumb to the disease,” adds Cronk. “I would advise anyone age 50 or older to talk with his or her doctor about screenings. It’s a largely preventable cancer.” Dagan Henderson is a medical writer affiliated with Sutter Delta Medical Center in Antioch.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #0001211-00 The name of the business (es): Articles of Gold Located at: 449 Silver Wood St In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Isaiah 61 Alliance of World Changers 449 Silver Wood St Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: a Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Sheree Shannon President This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 2/18/10 By R. Ramirez, Deputy Expires 2/18/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #0001309-00 The name of the business (es): Decol Construction Company, Inc. Located at: 1041 Meadow Brook Dr. In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Dencol Construction Co., Inc. 1041 Meadow Brood Dr Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: a Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3/28/03. Signature of registrant: R. Colleen Lemmons This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 2/23/10 By Liz Gutierrez, Deputy Expires 2/23/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME TATEMENT File NF0001632-00 The name of the business (es): SENNE Enterprises Located at: 121 Discovery Bay Blvd. In: Discovery Bay, Ca, 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Paul Sennewald 2. Flora Sennewald 121 Discovery Bay Blvd. Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Paul Sennewald This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 3/8/10 By T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires 3/8/15 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0001568-00 The name of the business (es): RAH Clothing Located at: 549 Garcia Avenue, Suite H In: Pittsburg, CA 94565 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Robert Alan Hammond, 261 Discovery Bay Boulevard, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Robert Alan Hammond This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: March 4, 2010 By: Mary Imbrie, Deputy Expires: March 4, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F00001829-00 The name of the business (es): American Steel Detailing Located at: 2133 Prato St In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Mailing: P. O. Box 1477, Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Steven Stoker 2133 Prato St Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3/15/10. Signature of registrant: Steven Stoker This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 3/15/- 10 By Mary Imbrie, Deputy Expires 3/15/10 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000986-00 The name of the business (es): Fingers & Toes Located at:120 Guthrie Lane In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Kortney D. Maddock, 3637 Brookdale Circle, Antioch, CA 94509. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Kortney D. Maddock This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 2/09/10 By J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires 2/9/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: February 26, March 5, 12, 19, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F0001166-00 The name of the business (es): Lauritzen Yacht Harbor Located at: 115 Lauritzen Lane In: Oakley, Ca, 94561. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): C. A. Lauritzen, LLC 115 Lauritzen Lane, Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: an Unincorporated Association The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on December 1995. Signature of registrant: C. A. Lauritzen III member This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 2/17/10 By Marilyn A. Myers, Deputy Expires 2/17/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F0001200-00 The name of the business (es): CR Framing Located at: 700 Harvest Pk Dr #I In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Christopher Martin Ramos 3725 Sailboat Dr. Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/18/10. Signature of registrant: Christopher Martin Ramos This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 2/18/10 By L. Barajas, Deputy Expires 2/18/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 5, 12,19, 26, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F0001225-00 The name of the business (es): The Next 24 Hours Located at: 195 Payne Ave In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Dittmore Gardens. Inc. 195 Payne Ave. Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an iCorporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Tony Dittmore, Secretary. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 2/19/10 By H. Franklin, Deputy Expires 2/19/15 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish: March 5, 12,19, 26, 2010 NAME CHANGE NOTICE PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Mogeeg Weiss SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Sayyid Mohiyudin Karim FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N10-0217 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Sayyid Mohiyudin Karim filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Sayyid Mohiyudin Karim to Proposed Name: Sayyid Mohiyudin Hashimi 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 4/12/10 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the peti-

tion in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date: February 16, 2010 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 26, March5, 12, 19, 2010. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000965-00 The name of the business (es): Delta Consulting Services Located at: 2700 Serene Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Andres S. Salcedo, 2700 Serene Court, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the ﬁctitious business name or names listed above on: 01/10. Signature of registrant: Andres S. Salcedo This statement was ﬁled with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 9, 2010 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: February 9, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 26, March 5, 12, 19, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F0001342-00 The name of the business (es): Marsh Creek Vineyards Located at: 83 Payne Ave In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Patricia M. Bristow 83 Payne Ave. Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Patricia M. Bristow This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 2/24/- 10 By L. Barajas, Deputy Expires 2/24/15 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish: March 5, 12,19, 26, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F0001313-00 The name of the business (es): Global Home Living Located at: 4268 Spaulding Street In: Antioch, Ca, 94509. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Union Exports (PVT) LTD 4268 Spaulding St Antioch, CA 94509. This business is conducted by: a Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/23/10. Signature of registrant: Matthew Nazir President This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 2/23/- 10 By L. Barajas, Deputy Expires 2/23/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 5, 12,19, 26, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F0001441-00 The name of the business (es): Toasted Toad Cellars Located at: 4942 Cache Peak Drive In: Antioch, Ca, 94531, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Toasted Toad Cellars LLC 4942 Cache Peak Drive Antioch, CA 94531. This business is conducted by: a Limited Liability The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jeff Werter This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 3/1/10 ByT. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires 3/1/15 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F0001338-00 The name of the business (es): 1)Hair Gallery Salon 2) Hair Gallery Located at: 3670 Lone Tree Way In: Antioch, Ca, 94509. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Nancy J. Prout 306 Gladstone Dr. Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Nancy J. Prout This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 2/24/10 By L. Barajas, Deputy Expires 2/24/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 05-1725 The name of the business (es): Carrera Decorative Finishes Located at: 5450 Azure Ct. In: Discovery Bay, Ca, 94505, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Trisha Crockett 5450 Azure Ct. Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/ A. Signature of registrant: Trisha Crockett This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 2/25/10 By R. Ramirez, Deputy Expires 2/25/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 12 19, 26, April 2, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. WC-208526-C Loan No. 0045520913 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/14/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR:KRISTIN SCOTT CALIP AND ANGELO CALIP, WIFE AND HUSBAND Recorded 3/22/2007 as Instrument No. 2007- 0083659-00 in Book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:4/12/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 1036 BLUE BIRD LN BRENTWOOD, California 94513- 1780 APN #: 018-430-041 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $888,575.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time

of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. ETS Services, LLC Date: 3/4/2010 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3473967 03/- 19/2010, 03/26/2010, 04/02/2010 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates March 19, 26, April 2, 2010 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Jennifer C. Ehee, 460 Boundary Oak Way, Wamnut Creek, CA 94598 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Jennifer C. Ehee FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N10-0409TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Jennifer C. Ehee filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Jennifer Chihi Ehee to Proposed Name: Jennifer Chihi Lee Present Name: b. Ryan J. Ehee to Proposed Name: Ryan Jinwoo Lee Present Name: c. Olivia Jinsun Ehee to Proposed Name: Olivia Jinsun Lee Present Name: d. Edward Sewon Ehee to Proposed Name: Edward Sewon Lee 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 5/10/10 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: March 11, 2010 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2010

If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: March 12, 2010 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., F/K/A AHMSI DEFAULT SERVICES, INC. as said Trustee, as Authorized Agent for the Beneﬁciary KIMBERLY THORNE, ASSISTANT SECRETARY T.D. SERVICE COMPANY 1820 E. FIRST ST., SUITE 210, P.O. BOX 11988 SANTA ANA, CA 92711- 1988 We are assisting the Beneﬁciary to collect a debt and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose whether received orally or in writing. If available, the expected opening bid and/or postponement information may be obtained by calling the following telephone number(s) on the day before the sale: (714) 480-5690 or you may access sales information at www. ascentex.com/websales. TAC# 887068 PUB: 03/12/10, 03/19/10, 03/26/10 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 12, 19, 26, 2010

A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 3466796 03/05/2010, 03/- 12/2010, 03/19/2010 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 26, 2010.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F0001566-00 The name of the business (es): American RetroFit Systems Located at: 2136 Sand Pt Rd In: Discovery Bay, Ca, 94505, Mailing: P.O. Box 1325, Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Greg Hubley 2136 Sand Pt Rd Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Greg Hubley This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 3/4/10 By Marilyn A. Myers, Deputy Expires 3/4/10 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 2010 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File# F-0004852-00 The name of the business (es): Brookside Farm Located at: 130 Eureka Avenue In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Quong C. Tom; Anne W.C. Tom, 130 Eureka Avenue, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 7/9/09 Signature of registrant: Ann W.C. Tom This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: March 3, 2010 By: Jose Gonzalez, Deputy Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish: March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0001297-00 The name of the business (es): Custom Interior Creations By Lewis& Associates Located at: 71 Deerpark Ct In: Oakley, Ca, 94561, Mailing: P.O. Box 791, Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Suzanne M. Lewis 71 Deerpark Ct Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Suzanne M. Lewis This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 2/23/- 10 By Pamela A Ralls, Deputy Expires 2/23/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 5, 12,19, 26, April 2, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0001533-00 The name of the business (es): Brookside Farm Located at: 130 Eureka Avenue In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Welling Beck Inc., 130 Eureka Avenue, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/1/10. Signature of registrant: Welling Tom This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: March 3, 2010 By: Jose Gonzalez, Deputy Expires: March 3, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F0001234-00 The name of the business (es): 1)East Bay Reliant Realty 2)East Bay Reliant Home & Mortgage Located at: 1245 Juniper Court In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Susan Chung 1245 Juniper Court Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Susan Chung This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 2/19/10 By L. Barajas, Deputy Expires 2/19/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 5, 12,19, 26, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F0001431-00 The name of the business (es): Jalisco’s Restaurant Located at: 6256 Beethel Island Rd In: Bethel Island , Ca, 94511. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Ezequiel Torres 2. Valentina Torres 8001 Balfour Rd Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Ezequiel Torres This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 3/01/10 By Liz Gutierrez, Deputy Expires 3/01/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F0001523-00 The name of the business (es): Bezalel’s Guild Located at: 852 Stonewood Dr In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Pamela Jo Collins 2. Stephen Aaron Collins 852 Stonewood Dr Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Pamela J Collins and Stephen Aaron Collins This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 3/3/10 By Liz Gutierrez, Deputy Expires 3/3/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 12,19, 26, April 2, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F0001553-00 The name of the business (es): Nor Cal Landscaping and Maintenance Located at: 151 Hanson Lane In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Antonio Raygoza 2. Kristian Raygoza 151 Manson Lane Brentwood, CA 94513. 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: Antonio Raygola This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 3/4/- 2010 By Liz Gutierrez, Deputy Expires 3/4/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 05-1725 The name of the business (es): Maxx Imprints Located at: 2340 Indian Springs Ct In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s):1. Rem T. regan 2. Kathleen P. Regan 2340 Ondian Springs Ct Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/ A. Signature of registrant: Rem Regan This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 3/15/15 By Liz Gutierrez, Deputy Expires 3/04/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F0001542-00 The name of the business (es): Sals Auto Sales Located at: 5660 Main St In: Oakley, Ca, 94561. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s):Salvadar Ibarra 4300 Lorenetti Dr Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 4/1/10. Signature of registrant: Salvadar Ibarra This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 3/3/10 By T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires 3/3/15 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No: H386326 CA Unit Code: H Loan No: 0030849954/- SIDRIAN Min No: 100024200010920300 AP #1: 066-156-002-9 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., F/K/A AHMSI DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., as duly appointed Trustee under the following described Deed of Trust WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States) and/- or the cashier’s, certified or other checks specified in Civil Code Section 2924h (payable in full at the time of sale to T.D. Service Company) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property hereinafter described: Trustor: MICHELLE P SIDRIAN Recorded January 3, 2006 as Instr. No. 2006-0000354-00 in Book --- Page --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County; CALIFORNIA , pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded June 8, 2009 as Instr. No. 09-132826 in Book -- Page --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County CALIFORNIA. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED DECEMBER 16, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. 106 WEST 6TH STREET, ANTIOCH, CA 94509 “(If a street address or common designation of property is shown above, no warranty is given as to its completeness or correctness).” Said Sale of property will be made in “as is” condition without covenant or warranty, express 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 as in said note provided, advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. Said sale will be held on: APRIL 5, 2010, AT 1:30 P.M. *AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) MARTINEZ, CA At the time of the initial publication of this notice, the total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the above described Deed of Trust and estimated costs, expenses, and advances is $556,977.84. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 74-36149-2 Title Order No.090764965 APN 094-140-023 The mortgage loan servicer has obtained a final order of exemption pursuant to CA CIV. CODE 2923.53 that is current and valid as of the date that the Notice of Trustee’s Sale was filed or given. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06/30/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 03/26/- 2010 at 10:00AM, HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 07/07/2006, as Instrument 2006-021450900 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: OSCAR HERNANDEZ, A SINGLE MAN AND JOSE HERNANDEZ, A SINGLE MAN, AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, MERS as Beneficiary and SOUTHSTAR FUNDING, LLC as Lender (Original Lender) and HSBC MORTGAGE SERVICES INC., as current Servicer/Lender, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2114 CHESTNUT DRIVE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $514,967.43 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. CONDITION OF SALE: The successful bidder will be required to pay county documentary transfer tax, any city tax, and any other applicable taxes or fees (including, but not limited to, the fee for recording Preliminary Change of Ownership report) to the auctioneer at the time of sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. DATE: 02/25/2010 HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION P.O. BOX 60145 CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91716 For Sale Information: (714)730-2727, www.fidelityasap. com or www.priorityposting.com TO NOTIFY TRUSTEE OF BANKRUPTCY FILINGS, PLEASE FAX FACE PAGE OF BANKRUPTCY PETITION TO (909) 397-3914 Betty Schwab , Trustee Sales Officer HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION MAY BE ACTING AS

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 74-35634-3 Title Order No.090706867 APN 068-332-017 The mortgage loan servicer has obtained a final order of exemption pursuant to CA CIV. CODE 2923.53 that is current and valid as of the date that the Notice of Trustee’s Sale was filed or given. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/29/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 03/25/2010 at 10:00AM, HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 12/08/2005, as Instrument 20050472432-00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: RODNEY D. LONG, A MARRIED MAN, as Trustor, MERS as Beneficiary and MILA, INC., DBA MORTGAGE INVESTMENT LENDING ASSOCIATES, INC. as Lender (Original Lender) and HSBC MORTGAGE SERVICES INC., as current Servicer/Lender, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 103 BROOKSIDE DRIVE, ANTIOCH, CA 94509. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $509,504.43 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. CONDITION OF SALE: The successful bidder will be required to pay county documentary transfer tax, any city tax, and any other applicable taxes or fees (including, but not limited to, the fee for recording Preliminary Change of Ownership report) to the auctioneer at the time of sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. DATE: 02/24/2010 HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION P.O. BOX 60145 CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91716 For Sale Information: (714)7302727, www.fidelityasap.com or www. priorityposting.com TO NOTIFY TRUSTEE OF BANKRUPTCY FILINGS, PLEASE FAX FACE PAGE OF BANKRUPTCY PETITION TO (909) 397-3914 Betty Schwab , Trustee Sales Officer HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 3464252 03/05/2010, 03/- 12/2010, 03/19/2010 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F001577-00 The name of the business (es): Leo’s Appliance Parts Located at: 1071 Detroit Ave Unit F In: Concord, Ca, 94518, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Leonel Arostegui 2.Martha Y. Arostegui 2219 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek, CA 94598. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Leonel Arostegui This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 3/4/10 By Liz Gutierrez, Deputy Expires 3/4/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 2010

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-273815-CL Order # 090281810-CA-DCO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/19/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by 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): SAMUEL VARGAS AND SILVIA VARGAS , HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 4/30/2007 as Instrument No. 2007- 0125716-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/- 25/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $812,147.87 The purported property address is: 2861 GARDENSIDE CT BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessors Parcel No. 018-380012 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Aurora Loan Services 10350 Park Meadows Dr. Littleton CO 80124. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has not obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does apply to this notice of sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 2/- 19/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3458096 03/- 05/2010, 03/12/2010, 03/19/2010 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010

the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1919 LAS COLINAS DR, BRENTWOOD, CA, 945136601. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $660,288.09. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speciﬁed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 12/- 09/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Ofﬁcer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3481865 03/19/2010, 03/26/2010, 04/02/2010 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0084385 Title Order No. 098-243696 Investor/Insurer No. 781626 APN No. 019-770-017- 2 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/- 13/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: KEVIN GRAHAM AND LYNET GRAHAM, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY, dated 07/13/2005 and recorded 07/15/05, as Instrument No. 2005-0260931-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/- 09/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2129 ROPER CIRCLE, BRENTWOOD, CA, 94513. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $712,117.02. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 09/- 24/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3476086 03/12/2010, 03/19/2010, 03/26/2010 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 12, 19, 26, 2010

the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 02/- 05/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3478349 03/19/2010, 03/26/2010, 04/02/2010 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’ S SALE Title Order No.: 4333492 Trustee Sale No.: 69158 Loan No.: PC326230 APN: 017-560-002-2 You are in Default under a Deed of Trust dated 06/01/2006. Unless you take action to protect your property, it may be sold at a public sale. If you need an explanation of the nature of the proceedings against you, you should contact a lawyer. On 04/08/2010 at 01:30PM, FCI Lender Services, Inc. as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on Jun 07, 2006 as Doc #2006-0179604-00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: Rita K. Wheeler, an unmarried woman, as Trustor Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as a nominee for USMoney Source, Inc. d/b/a Soluna First, as Beneficiary WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main & Court Streets), Martinez, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: As more fully described in said Deed of Trust. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1361 Sciortino Court, Brentwood CA 94513. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, 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: $575,318.71 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “ mortgage loan servicer” as defined in California Civil Code ‘a7 2923.53(k)(3), declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code section 2923.53 and that the exemption is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. The timeframe for giving a Notice of Sale specified in Subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply to this Notice of Sale pursuant to California Civil Code Sections 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 3/10/10 FCI Lender Services, Inc., as Trustee 8180 East Kaiser Blvd., Anaheim Hills, CA 92808 Phone: 714-282- 2424 For Trustee Sale Information log on to: www.rsvpforeclosures.com or call: 925-603-7342. Vivian Prieto, Vice President, FCI Lender Services, Inc. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. (RSVP# 190219) (03/19/10, 03/26/10, 04/02/10) Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’ S SALE Title Order No.: 4227496 Trustee Sale No.: 69656 Loan No.: PC003714 APN: 034-420-068-8 You are in Default under a Deed of Trust dated 10/03/2006. Unless you take action to protect your property, it may be sold at a public sale. If you need an explanation of the nature of the proceedings against you, you should contact a lawyer. On 04/01/2010 at 01:30PM, FCI Lender Services, Inc. as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 10/19/2006 Instrument # 2006-0335460-00 of official

records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: Nichelle Washington an unmarried woman, as Trustor Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems as nominee for Resmae Mortgage Corporation, as Beneficiary WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street, (corner of Main & Court Streets), Martinez, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: As more fully described in said Deed of Trust. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 330 Shady Oak Drive, Oakley, CA 95461. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $543,160.89 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “ mortgage loan servicer” as defined in California Civil Code ‘a7 2923.53(k)(3), declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code section 2923.53 and that the exemption is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. The timeframe for giving a Notice of Sale specified in Subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply to this Notice of Sale pursuant to California Civil Code Sections 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 3/5/10 FCI Lender Services, Inc., as Trustee 8180 East Kaiser Blvd., Anaheim Hills, CA 92808 Phone: 714-282-2424 For Trustee Sale Information log on to: www.rsvpforeclosures. com or call: 925-603-7342. Vivian Prieto, Vice President FCI Lender Services, Inc. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. (RSVP# 190002)(03/12/10, 03/19/10, 03/- 26/10) Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 12, 19, 26, 2010

street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Aurora Loan Services 10350 Park Meadows Dr. Littleton CO 80124 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 3/18/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3464785 03/19/2010, 03/26/2010, 04/02/2010 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2010

The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. DATE: March 1, 2010 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., Trustee By: Fidelity National Title Company, its agent 17592 E. 17th Street, Suite 300, Tustin, CA 92780, 714-5085100 By: Juan Enriquez Authorized Signature The mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent for the mortgagee or beneficiary pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.52(c) declares that the mortgagee, beneficiary or the mortgagee’s or beneficiary’s authorized agent has obtained an exemption from the state regulator that is current and valid and the additional 90 day period does not apply. This loan servicer has implemented a comprehensive loan modification program that meets the requirements of civil code section California Civil Code 2923.53. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in Civil Code 2923.53(k)(3) declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Civil Code section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. The time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in Civil Code Section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to Civil Code Sections 2923.52. Fidelity National Title Company, as Agent for the mortgage loan servicer as defined under California Civil Code section 2923.53 (k)(3) SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-259-7850ASAP# 3459968 03/05/2010, 03/- 12/2010, 03/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20090187418966 Title Order No.: 235616 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 02/23/- 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 02/28/- 2006 as Instrument No. 2006- 0061470-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: RAYMOND A. DIETRICK AND ANGELA DIETRICK, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’SCHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 04/08/2010 TIME OF SALE: 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1169 JORDAN LN, OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 94561 APN#: 037-460-036 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $406,973.38. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES & POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 714-730- 2727 www.lpsasap. com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. as Authorized Agent Dated: 03/15/2010 ASAP# 3469807 03/- 19/2010, 03/26/2010, 04/02/2010 Oakley Press NO. 030477 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F0001374-00 The name of the business (es): Foxx Q-Sauce Located at: 1332 Tiffany Drive In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Mailing: Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Donna Yuette Williams 1332 Tiffany Dr. Brentwood Ca 94513 2. Michelle Denise Barber 1216 Picadilly Lane Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: CoPartners The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/25/10. Signature of registrant: Donna Y. Williams This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 2/25/- 10 By L. Barajas, Deputy Expires 2/25/15 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0131930 Title Order No. 09-8391790 Investor/Insurer No. 113407432 APN No. 019-750- 019-2 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/15/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by JOSEPH J FISCHER, AND AGNIESZKA D FISCHER, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 09/15/2005 and recorded 09/22/- 05, as Instrument No. 2005- 0361145-00, in Book -, Page -), of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/16/2010 at 10:00AM, At

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0169605 Title Order No. 09-8526938 Investor/Insurer No. 158615321 APN No. 037-480- 014-2 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 02/08/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by DON H HUEY, A SINGLE MAN, dated 02/08/2007 and recorded 02/16/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0047786-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/- 16/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 28 PUFFIN CIRCLE, OAKLEY, CA, 945611798. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $560,809.29. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 02/- 20/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.ASAP# 3483980 03/19/2010, 03/- 26/2010, 04/02/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0164115 Title Order No. 09-8506422 Investor/Insurer No. 117615531 APN No. 019-560- 027-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 02/28/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by JOSE L. CARCAMO III AND HILDA M. CARCAMO, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP, dated 02/28/2006 and recorded 03/03/06, as Instrument No. 2006- 0066011-00, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/16/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2603 SILVERMERE COURT, BRENTWOOD, CA, 94513. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $847,246.72. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-332307-CL Order # 090864006-CA-LPI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/10/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by 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): BENJIE J. CORTES AND ARLENE J. CORTES , HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 1/19/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0017727- 00 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 4/- 8/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $488,545.34 The purported property address is: 2120 CARRARA ST BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessors Parcel No. 019-890081 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 09-06598-6 Loan No. 4001782871 Title Order No. 090825789CA-DCI APN 035- 594-003 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED October 14, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On March 25, 2010, at 10:00 AM, at the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA, Power Default Services, Inc., as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on October 24, 2005, as Instrument No. 2005- 0409894-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, CA , executed by: JEFF LAMBERT AND NICOLE LAMBERT, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS., as Trustor, in favor of AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE COMPANY as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1802 ISLETON CT, OAKLEY, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto). The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee- s Sale is estimated to be $497,213.45 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary- s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier- s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee- s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 08-0085121 Title Order No. 08-8314862 Investor/Insurer No. 153973839 APN No. 035-480- 006-2 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/13/2006. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by KRISTIN L. SMITH, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 10/13/2006 and recorded 10/25/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0341399, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/- 05/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 378 HAZELNUT LANE, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $454,844.16. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 11/- 13/2008 RECONTRUST COMPANY 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., SV2-202 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3455444 03/05/2010, 03/- 12/2010, 03/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 2010

sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in civil code ‘a7 2923.53(k)(3), declares that it has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to civil code section 2923.53 and that the exemption is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. the time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in civil code section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to civil code sections 2923.52. This California Declaration is made pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54 and is to be included with the Notice of Sale. I, Jaimee Gonzales, of Wachovia Mortgage, FSB (‘ Mortgage Loan Servicer’ ), declare under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California, that the following is true and correct: The Mortgage Loan Servicer has obtained from the Commissioner of Corporation a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the accompanying notice of sale is filed AND The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Civil Code Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 7/22/09 Name of Signor: Jaimee Gonzales Title and/or Position: Vice President. For sales information: MonFri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. CalWestern Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: March 10, 2010. (R-301542 03/19/10, 03/26/10, 04/02/10) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2010

reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. Date: 03/11/2010 Atlantic & Pacific Foreclosure Services, LLC 1610 E. Saint Andrew Pl., Suite 150F Santa Ana, CA 92705 Automated Sale Information: 714-730-2727 or www.lpsasap.com for NON-SALE information: 888-313-1969 Tai Alailima, Manager ASAP# 3467519 03/12/2010, 03/19/2010, 03/26/2010 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish Dates: March 12, 19, 26, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0108443 Title Order No. 09-8311664 Investor/Insurer No. 135476073 APN No. 032-351- 049-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/27/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by SANDRA NIX, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN., dated 03/- 27/2006 and recorded 04/03/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0101497- 00, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/- 16/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3533 WELLS RD, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $356,023.65. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 10/- 31/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.ASAP# 3481353 03/19/2010, 03/- 26/2010, 04/02/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. WC-233408-C Loan No. 0044362416 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/8/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or oth-

er common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR:HERMELINDAR CONTRERAS, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded 11/22/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0374982-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:3/26/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 525 2ND ST OAKLEY, California 94561 APN #: 035-143-010 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $406,136.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 2/23/2010 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Sunil Jayasinha, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3438781 03/- 05/2010, 03/12/2010, 03/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0145741 Title Order No. 09-8-437763 Investor/Insurer No. 1705916104 APN No. 033- 420-054-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 12/24/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by GENEVA JENKINS, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, dated 12/24/2007 and recorded 01/07/- 08, as Instrument No. 2008- 0002841-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/05/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 32 ARCHES COURT, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $401,469.26. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 01/- 03/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.ASAP# 3458484 03/05/2010, 03/- 12/2010, 03/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 09-06902-6 . Loan No. 0015267578 Title Order No. 090841389CA-DCI APN 041- 200-017 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED August 12, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On April 1, 2010, at 10:00 AM, at the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA, Power Default Services, Inc., as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that

certain Deed of Trust Recorded on August 30, 2005, as Instrument No. 2005- 0329149-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, CA , executed by: THADDEUS E. APANASEWICZ AND ANNAMARIE APANASEWICZ, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4873 TRENTON STREET, OAKLEY, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto). The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee- s Sale is estimated to be $434,886.55 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary- s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier- s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee- s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. DATE: March 08, 2010 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., Trustee By: Fidelity National Title Company, its agent 17592 E. 17th Street, Suite 300, Tustin, CA 92780, 714508- 5100 By: Juan Enriquez Authorized Signature The mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent for the mortgagee or beneficiary pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.52(c) declares that the mortgagee, beneficiary or the mortgagee’s or beneficiary’s authorized agent has obtained an exemption from the state regulator that is current and valid and the additional 90 day period does not apply. This loan servicer has implemented a comprehensive loan modification program that meets the requirements of civil code section California Civil Code 2923.53. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in Civil Code 2923.53(k)(3) declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Civil Code section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. The time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in Civil Code Section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to Civil Code Sections 2923.52. Fidelity National Title Company, as Agent for the mortgage loan servicer as defined under California Civil Code section 2923.53 (k)(3) By: Juan Enriquez Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www. lpsasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714259-7850 ASAP# 3473038 03/12/2010, 03/19/2010, 03/26/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 12, 19, 26, 2010

state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2000 SMITH PEAK CT., ANTIOCH, CA 94531. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $613,596.87 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. CONDITION OF SALE: The successful bidder will be required to pay county documentary transfer tax, any city tax, and any other applicable taxes or fees (including, but not limited to, the fee for recording Preliminary Change of Ownership report) to the auctioneer at the time of sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. DATE: 03/08/2010 HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION P.O. BOX 60145 CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91716 For Sale Information: (714)7302727, www.fidelityasap.com or www. priorityposting.com TO NOTIFY TRUSTEE OF BANKRUPTCY FILINGS, PLEASE FAX FACE PAGE OF BANKRUPTCY PETITION TO (909) 397-3914 JESUS CONTRERAS, Trustee Sales Officer HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 3478154 03/12/2010, 03/- 19/2010, 03/26/2010 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: March 12, 19, 26, 2010

a written request to Washington Mutual Bank, FA 7301 Baymeadows Way Jacksonville FL 32256. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has not obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 3/- 15/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3459766 03/- 19/2010, 03/26/2010, 04/02/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1250719-02 APN: 035- 333-010 TRA: 19020 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx7358 REF: Atkinson, Mary IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED September 30, 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On April 08, 2010, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded October 26, 2006, as Inst. No. 2006-0343931-00 in book XX, page XX of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by Mary Atkinson and Michael Atkinson, Wife And Husband, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’ s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1980 Gamay Dr Oakley CA 94561- 1830 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $27,775.75. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 09-05817 Loan No.: 1001466470 A.P.N.: 035-473-021 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/28/- 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, 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: MICHAEL A. BUCK AND TANYA A. BUCK, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: Atlantic & Pacific Foreclosure Services, LLC Recorded 3/31/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0109765-00 in book , page and rerecorded on --- as --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Described as follows: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST Date of Sale: 4/- 1/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $383,967.56 (Estimated) Street Address or other common designation of real property: 55 SIMONS COURT OAKLEY, CA 94561-000 A.P.N.: 035-473-021 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a Final Order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 74-35447-2 Title Order No.090688345 APN 055-020-006 The mortgage loan servicer has obtained a final order of exemption pursuant to CA CIV. CODE 2923.53 that is current and valid as of the date that the Notice of Trustee’s Sale was filed or given. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07/10/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 04/05/2010 at 10:00AM, HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 07/12/2006, as Instrument 20060220019-00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: JOSE A GUAMAN AND MARCIA A. GUAMAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE; J/T, as Trustor, HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORATION OF CALIFORNIA (Original Lender) and HSBC MORTGAGE SERVICES INC., as current Servicer/Lender, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-331655-RM Order # 090857246-CA-DCO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/1/1988. 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): RONALD A. DAVI AND JEAN ANN DAVI , HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 2/1/1988 as Instrument No. 88 23471 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 4/9/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $69,467.18 The purported property address is: 4000 MEADOWS LN OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 033-260-003-0 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. WC-232516-C Loan No. 0042188219 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/6/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR:JORGE LEDEZMA, A MARRIED MAN Recorded 3/21/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0085668-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:3/29/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 34 ISLAND VIEW DRIVE BAY POINT, California 94565 APN #: 098-082-014 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $394,409.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 2/22/2010 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3436788 03/- 05/2010, 03/12/2010, 03/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 26, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F00012168-00 The name of the business (es): Paradise Construction Located at: 4880 Dawson Dr In: Oakley, Ca, 94561. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Antonio Gutierrez. 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: Antonio Gutierrez. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 2/22/- 10 By Marilyn A. Myers, Deputy Expires 2/22/15 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish: March 5, 12,19, 26, 2010

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 09-06986-6 Loan No. 0030762751 Title Order No. 090842935CA-DCI APN 037- 262-014 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED October 5, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On April 1, 2010, at 10:00 AM, at the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA, Power Default Services, Inc., as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on October 14, 2005, as Instrument No. 2005- 0394300-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, CA , executed by: HARRY S.D. MCGEE, JR, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 601 CHANDON CT, OAKLEY, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto). The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee- s Sale is estimated to be $453,141.95 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary- s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier- s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee- s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. DATE: March 8, 2010 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., Trustee By: Fidelity National Title Company, its agent _17592 E. 17th Street, Suite 300, Tustin, CA 92780, 714-508-5100 By: Chris Bradford Authorized Signature The mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent for the mortgagee or beneficiary pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.52(c) declares that the mortgagee, beneficiary or the mortgagee’s or beneficiary’s authorized agent has obtained an exemption from the state regulator that is current and valid and the additional 90 day period does not apply. This loan servicer has implemented a comprehensive loan modification program that meets the requirements of civil code section California Civil Code 2923.53. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in Civil Code 2923.53(k)(3) declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Civil Code section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. The time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in Civil Code Section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to Civil Code Sections 2923.52. Fidelity National Title Company, as Agent for the mortgage loan servicer as defined under California Civil Code section 2923.53 (k)(3) By: Chris Bradford Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-259-7850 ASAP# 3472938 03/12/2010, 03/19/2010, 03/26/2010 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish Dates: March 12, 19, 26, 2010

RAYMOND BRIONES AND MARISSA BRIONES, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 28, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 7689, FILED OCTOBER 23, 2000, IN MAP BOOK 425, PAGE 42, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS AND ALL CHEMICAL GAS, NOW OR HEREAFTER FOUND, SITUATED OR LOCATED IN ALL OR ANY PART OR PORTION OF THE LAND HEREIN DESCRIBED LYING MORE THAN FIVE HUNDRED (500) BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO SLANT DRILL FOR AND REMOVE ALL OR ANY PART OF SAID OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS, MINERALS AND CHEMICAL GAS LYING BELOW A DEPTH OF MORE THAN FIVE HUNDRED (500) FEET BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF; BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON ANY PART OF SAID LANDS WITHIN FIVE HUNDRED (500- ) FEET VERTICAL DISTANCE BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $283,199.49 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 510 MALICOAT AVE OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN Number: 033-350-019 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by email; by face to face meeting. DATE: 03-04-2010 DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.54 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 259-7850 or www. fidelityasap.com (714) 573- 1965 or www.priorityposting.com CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 3463957 03/05/2010, 03/- 12/2010, 03/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 2010

ciation, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 81, MAP OF SUBDIVISION 4617, FILED AUGUST 31, 1977, MAP BOOK 202, PAGE 9, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: THE MINERAL RIGHTS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM GRACE L. MUMA, ET AL, RECORDED JUNE 24, 1975, BOOK 7547, OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 383, AS FOLLOWS: ‘’ALL OIL, GAS, MINERALS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES, BELOW A DEPTH 500 FEET, BUT WITHOUT THE RIGHT OF SURFACE ENTRY.’’ Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $396,305.97 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 1996 CHARDONNAY DRIVE OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN Number: 035-334-002 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.54 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. DATE: 03-09-2010 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 259- 7850 or www. fidelityasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting.com CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 3448196 03/12/2010, 3/19/2010, 03/26/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 12, 19, 26, 2010

and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $426,920.49. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES & POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 714-730- 2727 www.lpsasap. com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. as Authorized Agent Dated: 03/17/2010 ASAP# 3471530 03/- 19/2010, 03/26/2010, 04/02/2010 Oakley Press No. 030477 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0120444 Title Order No. 09-8354595 Investor/Insurer No. 1698232570 APN No. 076- 091-009-1 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 02/22/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by SAMSON VIRAMONTES AND JANICE L VIRAMONTES, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 02/22/2005 and recorded 03/03/- 05, as Instrument No. 2005- 0072465-00, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/05/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1300 PUTNAM STREET, ANTIOCH, CA, 94509. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $313,253.89. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 11/- 20/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3469128 03/05/2010, 03/12/2010, 03/19/2010 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-08-218327-PJ Order # 080110099-CA-DCI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/25/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE 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. BENEFICIA-

RY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): JOEL MESINA and, ALICIA MESINA, husband and wife Recorded: 1/31/- 2006 as Instrument No. 2006- 0032388-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 4/- 9/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $460,635.12 The purported property address is: 2130 CHICORY DR OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 041- 130-018 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Washington Mutual Bank, FA 7301 Baymeadows Way Jacksonville FL 32256. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has not obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 3/- 19/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3465228 03/- 19/2010, 03/26/2010, 04/02/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2010

dress or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Aurora Loan Services 10350 Park Meadows Dr. Littleton CO 80124. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has not obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does apply to this notice of sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 2/- 22/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3459651 03/- 05/2010, 03/12/2010, 03/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 2010

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): CONTRA COSTA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT, 725 Court Street, Martinez, California 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): Law Offices of Glenn H. Wechsler, 1655 N. Main Street, #230, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 274-0200 DATE (Fecha): January 14, 2010 Clerk, by (Secretario): D. Wagner, Deputy (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 240094CA Loan No. 0082066549 Title Order No. 299398 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10-09-2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 0326- 2010 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 10-222003, Book , Page , Instrument 20030525152- 00, of ofﬁcial records in the Ofﬁce of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by:

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 440326CA Loan No. 3013176957 Title Order No. 306645 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01-16-2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 04-05- 2010 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 01-23-2007, Book , Page , Instrument 2007-0020719- 00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: MANUEL IGLESIAS AND, LAUREL J IGLESIAS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan asso-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20090187420854 Title Order No.: 090839362 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/01/- 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 09/08/- 2006 as Instrument No. 2006- 028481600 of ofﬁcial records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: AMANDA LISTER, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 04/08/2010 TIME OF SALE: 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 13 HAMILTON CT, OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 94561 APN#: 033-350-006 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-271565-CL Order # 090262745-CA-DCO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/19/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE 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): XAVIER L BROWN, AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 12/- 23/2005 as Instrument No. 2005- 0491111-00 in book - , page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/- 26/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $465,650.28 The purported property address is: 690 BYNUM COURT OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 037-331-031-7 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common ad-

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): C10-00131 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): WILLIAM S. CHARTER, NATIONAL CITY BANK AND DOES 1 through 20, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC. 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,

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0128491 Title Order No. 09-8381260 Investor/Insurer No. 147799448 APN No. 034-480- 030-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/16/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: DANG NGUYEN AN UNMARRIED MAN, dated 01/- 16/2007 and recorded 01/30/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0029168-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/- 16/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 41 SORREL CT, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $528,118.65. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 11/- 28/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3485494 03/19/2010, 03/26/2010, 04/02/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0000949-00 The name of the business (es): R Pleasure Printing Located at: 2433 Cypress Street In: Antioch, CA 94509 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): John Brown, 2433 Cypress Street, Antioch, CA 94509; Staci Rochin, 2730 Winding Lane, Antioch, CA 94531. This business is conducted by: Co-Partners The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/ A. Signature of registrant: Staci Rochin This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: February 8, 2010 By: Jose Gonzalez, Deputy Expires: February 8, 2015 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish: February 26, March 5, 12, 19, 2010

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0080523 Title Order No. 09-8227014 Investor/Insurer No. 154950860 APN No. 037-510- 059-1 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/25/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by JOHN W REAVIS, AND ALEXANDRA KURYLKO, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS., dated 10/25/2006 and recorded 11/02/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0352780-00, in Book , Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/16/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 11 DA VINCI COURT, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $629,325.00. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 09/- 10/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3476987 03/19/2010, 03/- 26/2010, 04/02/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2010

cation. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to EMC Mortgage Corporation 2780 Lake Vista Drive Lewisville TX 75067 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 3/5/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3449289 03/- 05/2010, 03/12/2010, 03/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 2010

clusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 3/4/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3449165 03/- 05/2010, 03/12/2010, 03/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 2010

OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations.ASAP# 3447017 03/05/2010, 03/- 12/2010, 03/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0011589 Title Order No. 09-8043887 Investor/Insurer No. 131808162 APN No. 037-500- 047-8 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/08/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by ANTHONY G BASTIAN AND LUCIA BASTIAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE, dated 09/08/2006 and recorded 09/22/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0300922-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/05/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1032 WARHOL WAY, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $482,376.74. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 05/- 11/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3458401 03/05/2010, 03/- 12/2010, 03/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-329572-CL Order # 090833085-CA-LPI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/22/2007. 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. 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): KATHY MARIE PFANENSTIEL , AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 3/1/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0061124-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/26/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Mar-

tinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $358,578.28 The purported property address is: 833 OAKWOOD WAY OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 037-270-011 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Aurora Loan Services 10350 Park Meadows Dr. Littleton CO 80124 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 3/3/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3447069 03/- 05/2010, 03/12/2010, 03/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 5, 19, 26, 2010

or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 3/10/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3479306 03/- 19/2010, 03/26/2010, 04/02/2010 Oakley Press No. 030477 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2010

5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3456239 03/- 12/2010, 03/19/2010, 03/26/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 12, 19, 26, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0080326 Title Order No. 09-8227276 Investor/Insurer No. 115156355 APN No. 037-470- 044-1 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/19/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by BRIAN MCCRANEY, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 09/19/2005 and recorded 09/28/05, as Instrument No. 2005-0369796-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 04/- 05/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5008 MONTEVINO WAY, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $551,256.10. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 09/- 10/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.ASAP# 3465105 03/05/2010, 03/- 12/2010, 03/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 2010 NAME CHANGE NOTICE PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Mark Orgen SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Mark Orgen FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAMECASE NUMBER: N10-0209 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Mark Ogren filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Jordana Young Johnson to Proposed Name: Jordana Young Ogren-Johnson 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 4/2/10 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Oakley Press Date: 2/3/10 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior CourtOAKLEY Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-325316-RM Order # 090787453-CA-GTO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/13/2006. 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): REBECCA M. SAUDE , A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 1/20/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0020336- 00 in book - , page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/- 25/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $518,557.03 The purported property address is: 4614 CHELSEA DRIVE OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 034-340-029 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property lo-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-328715-AB Order # 4322364 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/8/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by 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): JOHN P ZIERKE, AN UNMARRIED MAN AND ALLEN NIGHTENGALE AND NANCY NIGHTENGALE, HUSBAND AND WIFE ALL AS TENANTS IN COMMON Recorded: 1/12/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0011504- 00 in book - , page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/- 26/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $383,641.75 The purported property address is: 1420 QUAIL VALLEY RUN OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 033-280-106-7 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Nationstar Mortgage LLC 350 Highland Drive Lewisville TX 75067 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and ex-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-329261-BL Order # 090829568-CA-MAI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/21/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. 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): YVONNE HOEKE , A SINGLE WOMAN Recorded: 8/30/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0274704-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/- 25/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $477,464.91 The purported property address is: 4865 Claret Ct Oakley, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 035-332- 022 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Litton Loan Servicing LP 4828 Loop Central Drive Houston TX 77081 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 3/3/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www. fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: (800) 247- 9727 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-330074-AL Order # 305129 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/20/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE 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): ANGELINA M. PEARCE, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 10/30/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0346695-00 in book XXX, page XXX and loan modification dated 12/3/2008 and recorded on 1/30/2009 as Instrument Number 2009-001951900, in Book XXX, Page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 4/9/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $441,167.11 The purported property address is: 57 NETTLE COURT OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 034- 520-018 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to EMC Mortgage Corporation 2780 Lake Vista Drive Lewisville TX 75067 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-330906-CL Order # 090850563-CA-LPI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/26/2005. 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. 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): ERIN MERIDITH PFLAUM , A SINGLE WOMAN AND DAVID ANTHONY DEBISSCHOP , A SINGLE MAN, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 9/9/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0343256-00 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 4/- 1/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $522,492.44 The purported property address is: 114 MONTEVINO CT OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 037- 470-023 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Aurora Loan Services 10350 Park Meadows Dr. Littleton CO 80124 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 3/11/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141