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by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer

Instead of the normal winding down of the school year, a flurry of activity marked the closing days of classes at O’Hara Park Middle School in Oakley.

Five murals that had hung in locations around the school campus for 25 years were replaced by seven new murals designed and painted by aspiring student artists.

The project to create new murals was initiated by the school’s Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA).

“This year we wanted to make sure that we did some campusimprovement projects, and this has see Murals page 26A

This week’s special section takes a look at the growing real estate market in East County. Page 1B

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Kolohe Toman, Kaley Watters, Owen Agustin, Isabella Duenas, Diana Espiritu, Amanda Seat and Charity Salgado pose with one of the seven murals that the student artists painted for display around O’Hara Park Middle School.

REACH medical teams to the rescue

by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer

For a patient in need of critical medical care, the sight of a red REACH (Redwood Empire Air Care Helicopter) helicopter touching down on a highway, ballfield or remote hilltop can signal the difference between life and death.

The nearest trauma center for most residents of East County is 20 miles or more away. Getting to a hospital often means a long trip over traffic-choked roads. Transportation by air to care centers like John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek or UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital in Oakland can, however, be made in a fraction of the time. In many critical situations, a patient’s chances for a positive outcome degrade with every minute that treatment is delayed.

“Medical helicopters are an invaluable asset to our fire district and East County in general,” said East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (ECCFPD) Battalion Chief Ross Macumber. “Most people don’t real-

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Pilot Mike Norris, program director Paula Russell, flight nurse Gary Mui and flight paramedic Baron Weller stand in front of REACH 3 at their operations base at Buchanan Field in Concord. ize that the nearest trauma center is in Walnut Creek. The medical helicopter system is a crucial and vital aspect of patient care in this county. Their service has saved countless

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Cityhood celebration set for July 7 The City of Oakley will host the annual Cityhood Celebration on Saturday, July 7, at the Freedom High School soccer basin, located at the corner of Neroly Road and O’Hara Ave. This event commemorates the anniversary of Oakley incorporating as a city in 1999 and also celebrates the nation’s Independence Day. The event starts at 6 p.m. Both admission and parking is free, however, wristbands for unlimited use of children’s activities are $5. The wristbands are valid for all the activi-

ties on the upper and lower basin. Children ages 5 and under can receive a free wristband at the event. Wristband booths will be located on the walkway down from the school parking lot and also on the upper basin.

Don’t wait in the long line though, as wrist bands are available for prepurchase at City hall now through July 5.

This year’s activities will include glitter tattoos, face painting, giant slides, obstacle courses, the popular mechanical shark and surfboard rides, rock climbing wall and

bounce houses.

The food area has expanded this year to include food vendors on the upper basin, as well as the main area. Food selections include pizza, kettle corn, shaved ice, ice cream, frozen lemonade, gelato, acai bowls, steak sandwiches, gyros, burgers, hot dogs, lumpia, tri‐tip sandwiches, cotton candy, Dole Whip, sausage and corn dogs.

Additionally, a variety of vendors will be on hand, selling their wares and offering raffles and games. Guests are invited to bring

blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the music throughout the evening, in anticipation of the spectacular fireworks show, which begins at approximately 9:30 p.m.

Guests may bring a picnic dinner, but alcohol is not permitted. No fireworks or firecrackers are permitted, and all bags, coolers and large containers may be inspected. No glass containers permitted, and all minors must be accompanied by an adult.

For more information, call 925-625-7044 or email coelho@ci.oakley.ca.us.

New season underway at Ironhouse Sanitary With the hot summer season ahead, Ironhouse Sanitary District (ISD) remains committed to helping customers save water by once again opening its residential recycled water fill station, Saturday, June 30.

To help celebrate the reopening of the fill station for the summer season, Ironhouse will host a free barbecue for those who come in and take home recycled water.

The residential recycled water fill station is open to anyone who would like to water outside plants, lawn, trees and gardens. Anyone from Oakley or Bethel Island can receive re-

cycled water for free. Residents from outside ISD’s service area can obtain the recycled water for a small fee.

At this time, the district plans to open the fill station Wednesdays, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturdays, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. On June 30, the fill station will open at 8 a.m., with the barbecue from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. New customers and previous users are welcome.

Customers need to bring their own containers up to 300 gallons to collect their recycled water to take home and can make as many visits back per day, during open hours,

as they wish.

Ironhouse first opened its residential recycled water fill station June 2015 when more than 800 people signed up to use the fill station. It has remained popular since then, with many returning regularly for water to irrigate lawns, trees and gardens. Recycled water can also be used to wash cars and clean off driveways and decks. Ironhouse’s recycled water is not to be used for drinking, cooking, bathing or swimming pools.

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Promenading through the years

by Aly Brown Staff Writer

While many things have changed in the rapidly developing East County, there are still some residents keeping traditions alive and proving to the community that age is no boundary.

Senior citizens Pat Brown and Tom Engelhardt were recently honored during an evening of dancing and awards. Both members of the Delta Squares Square Dance Club, the two were given the Golden Dancer Award for square dancing into their 80s.

“I started (with the Delta Squares) about three years ago, and before that, I was involved with the club through my son and daughter-in-law,” said Engelhardt. “I would help with the club’s garage sales and drive their float for local parades. My son would say, ‘Dad, you should get back into square dancing.’ I had gotten away from it over the years.”

His legacy of dancing went back to the ’70s and spanned the decades as he moved around the Bay Area, promenading through Concord and then Brentwood, where he raised his children. Now an Oakley resident, Engelhardt recalled an East County of yesteryear, when the land was filled with almond and walnut trees and the Brentwood Press building was still a bank.

“I just remember these towns when they were so small and Concord was nothing,” he added.

Tom Engelhardt is a member of Delta Squares Square Dance Club and was recently honored with the Golden Dancer Award for dancing into his 80s.

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Now, in his 80s, Engelhardt is reconnected with the traditional American dance that went hand in hand with the area’s farming legacy. On dancing as a senior, he noted the active lifestyle keeps him feeling young.

“I feel like I’m not that old because I can get around and do things,” he said.

He also described Brown as an active senior, whose other activities include hiking.

“I enjoy dancing – it’s a lot of fun,” said

Brown.

While Engelhardt’s wife struggles with sciatic nerve pain, she is still a member of the club and joins in when she can. But typically it’s the women who outnumber the men in the dance routines, and rotations are made to give everyone a chance to partner dance.

He hopes that through sharing his story of keeping square dance alive in the area, others will be inspired to either get back to the

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“Sometimes kids will come out, and they pick it up real quick. They’re so fun to dance with too,” he said. “I hope that (my story) might make other people come out and square dance.”

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Hot fun at the Great American Campout “ I could have walked

by Rick Lemyre Correspondent

Nearly 400 campers braved tripledigit temperatures that drove adults into the shade and made the kids ... well, it didn’t seem to matter a lot to them.

There were too many things to do at the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce’s third annual Great American Campout last weekend.

In spite of the scorching sun Saturday afternoon, kids raced across the grass at Marsh Creek Elementary, dashing between games of Jenga, wall climbing, corn husking contests, a rain gutter regatta, a corn hole toss and knot tying.

East Bay Regional Park District naturalists told stories about the pelts they brought along for campers to see. And as the temperature peaked, a giant water slide became very popular.

“That was awesome! Let’s go again!” said Josh, who only had time to shout his first name as he scrambled out of the pool and sprinted back for another turn, a friend right on his heels.

There were also tug-of-war contests between the kids and the grown-ups.

The dads beat the kids, but after a spirited start, the kids rallied to out-tug the moms.

“I could have walked on that rope between the kids and moms,” said Chamber Co-president Tom Gregory. “But

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“This is really nice to see all the sponsorships and all the families doing things together,” said Tabitha Bjork, whose family drove over from Oakley to participate. “I might have to see if I can get Oakley involved.”

After dark, the movie “Incredibles 2” was shown, and the popcorn and s’mores were served. When bedtime came, people still continued to learn about each other.

“Somebody in the tent next to us was snoring really loud,” said one bleary-eyed camper said as he waited for pancakes in the morning. “He sounded just like my dad.”

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SETTLING A REVOCABLE TRUST IN CALIFORNIA

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Revocable Living Trusts have become a popular way for people to avoid a conservatorship during their lives and avoid probate after their death. However, few people have experience about how these trusts actually work after they die. So here are the basics: First, the process of administrating a Trust after the death of the Grantor is called Trust Administration. The person in charge of the Trust Administration is named in the Trust document and is called the Successor Trustee.

Second, the Trust Administration process is like a court probate, except it is done without court supervision. Like a probate, notice must be sent out to all beneficiaries under the Trust and all heirs who would have been entitled to notice had the Grantor died without a Trust or Will. This Notice is a statutory notice and gives beneficiaries and heirs 120 days to contest the Trust. Assuming no action is filed to contest the Trust within the 120-day period, the Successor Trustee can then proceed with Trust Administration. Also, like a probate, the Successor Trustee is required to settle the Trust in accordance with state law including the requirements to identify the Trust Assets, protect them from loss, make prudent investment decisions, pay debts and taxes, file tax returns and prepare a Trust Accounting. This is all before any distribution of assets.

Third is the questions of debts and liabilities of the Grantor. Just like a Probate, Trusts are liable for the Grantor’s debts. Unlike a Probate, there is no legal requirement that the Trustee give notice to creditors of the Trust. However, if a Successor Trustee makes a distribution when there are still debts due and owing, beneficiaries may be personally liable for the claims of unpaid creditors to the extent of Trust assets.

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Therefore, it is critical for the Successor Trustee to either send a notice to all potential creditors plus the required creditors such as Medi-Cal, the Internal Revenue and Franchise Tax Board or be absolutely certain all debts have been paid. No distributions should be made until all debts are paid.

Fourth is the subject of successor Trustee fees. Most Revocable Trusts provide for the Successor Trustee to be paid for his or her services in conjunction with settling the Trust. While it is possible for the Successor Trustee to perform all the above tasks without employment of legal counsel, in most cases it is not advisable. Given the Successor Trustee’s fiduciary duties to the beneficiaries and creditors, in most cases they are wise to hire counsel to assist them in the Trust Administration.

In conclusion, the amount of time and effort required to complete a Trust Administration in depend of the facts of each Trust. If there are few assets and cooperating beneficiaries, the time can be short. If there are many assets and problems with the creditors or beneficiaries, the administration can be very lengthy.

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“101 Dalmatians Kids” performances are Friday, June 29, at 5 p.m., and Saturday, June 30, at noon.

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Changing Your Name After Divorce Have you recently gotten a divorce and no longer want to go by your exspouse’s last name? Sometimes keeping your married last name does not make sense for you and your family, or it may be a painful reminder. The process of having your maiden name back is more involved than changing your last name upon marriage.

Once you decide to revert back to your old last name, you must contact the Clerk in the county in which your divorce was finalized. This contact will include providing your case number, your current name, and the notice of entry of judgment signed by the judge.

The next step is to complete an Ex Parte Application for Restoration of Former Name After Entry of Judgment and Order.

Once the court approves your request, you will go to your local Social Security Office, and then to the DMV. Changing Your First Name If you are looking to change your first name- in addition to, or instead of your last name – you must file a petition with the court to request its permission.

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The Fourth of July marks the day our nation adopted the Declaration of Independence, an historic document drafted by Thomas Jefferson in 1776, and along with the rest of the country, East County cities and beyond will celebrate with fun, food and fireworks. Check out the following events to be held in town and nearby for those up for a drive.

Brentwood, July 4 After kicking off with a bang in its first year, the City of Brentwood will celebrate the national holiday with its second Fourth of July parade in historic downtown Brentwood.

The celebration will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and feature the parade, food, games, entertainment and more. For more information, call 925-516-5444.

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Painters, photographers, sculptors and ceramic, glass and jewelry artists will present creative interpretations of wine, grapes, vineyards and more in this colorful, eclectic show.

Exhibit award winners will be selected by acclaimed Bay Area artist and educator Jody Mattison. “Uncorked!” continues through Aug. 11.

Also on display will be a fresh new collection of work by local artist members of the Art Guild of the Delta Collective, running through Sept. 29. The exhibit showcases original fine art in a wide variety of media and styles. Work by several new artists will be featured along with continuing exhibitors.

The community is invited to celebrate both exhibits at a gala reception on Saturday, July 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. Meet the artists, enjoy light refreshments and chat with fellow art lovers at this festive, free event. This popular, family-friendly venue also offers a year-round schedule of art classes and workshops for children, teens and adults.

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Getting help for depression Over the past few weeks, there have been a few very public suicide stories on the news.

Although I did not know these celebrities personally, it made me very sad to think that anyone would feel the only answer to their Senior problems was a orner measure this extreme.

The passing of a loved one is the hardest thing we go through.

The older we get, the more often it happens, and although I will never get used to it, I accept that it is just Marla life. Forging through Luckhardt the stages of grief is a necessary part of the process, but it takes time to digest changes that death brings.

When someone is ill and we are somewhat prepared for the inevitable, it isn’t easy, but when anyone we care about suddenly takes their own life, it’s an unexplainable hurt that can’t be rationalized.

Why a person would feel so hopeless and sad that life is not worth living is beyond comprehension, but it happens, and sadly, it affects people of all ages.

Depression and loneliness can take their toll, especially on seniors who have been widowed or are feeling overwhelmed by illness or chronic pain. It breaks my heart to

see some elderly people – who have little or no visits from family, zero social interaction or any activity – begin to close up like a flower that is not being watered by human kindness.

All too often when visiting some of my senior peeps, I see someone sitting alone for hours. They seem to be deep in thought about things they can no longer participate in or those they have loved and lost. With no human contact and a caring voice, people can gradually decline emotionally, which may lead to severe depression and, eventually, no real desire to continue.

This is indeed a sensitive subject and, for most, considered taboo to talk about. It is imperative we address the issue and open it up for discussion, especially with those we care about. There are ways to help someone who feels irreversibly sad, and the first step is conversation. All life is precious, and safeguarding our elders emotionally as well as physically is paramount.

If you don’t have a loved one to talk to and need help dealing with severe depression, visit Contra Costa County’s crisis center website at www.crisis-center. org, which is staffed 24/7. According to the site, the team is there to answer all crisis calls and texts in our county and calls to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800273-TALK and 800-SUICIDE. There are counselors who are also fluent in Spanish and can be reached at 888-628-9454.

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Kaiser Permanente in the Diablo Area is awarding $868,900 in grants to 34 nonprofit organizations that improve the health of underserved communities in Central and East Contra Costa County and the Tri-Valley area of Alameda County.

Kaiser Permanente Community Benefit grants are awarded every year to local organizations working on specific programs and projects that align with Kaiser Permanente’s missions and goals. The Diablo grant-making program supports local nonprofit, public health and human service organizations by investing in programs with a focus on improving access to care and coverage; and mental health and wellness.

“We are proud to support organizations that are making a difference in the community,” said Molly Bergstrom, community benefit manager for Kaiser Permanente’s Diablo Service Area.

“Ensuring access to these vital services and programs helps improve the health of our entire communities, where we all live, work and play.”

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standard of service, as it is nationally certified by the American Association of Suicidology. Its staff is regularly trained and certified as crisis counselors. The group collaborates with other crisis lines throughout the state and has participated in a number of national projects, such as the Columbia University hospitalization follow-up call program and the Veterans Administration overflow crisis support service program.

There is a myth that people who talk about suicide won’t really do it. This is wrong, according to the crisis center. Before attempting suicide, many people call out for help by making direct statements about their intention to end their lives or less direct comments about how they might as well be dead or that their friends and family will be better off without them. Any reference to suicide should be taken very seriously.

I realize this is not my usual upbeat article and that some people may feel it is not going to ever affect them, but be aware of your surroundings when it comes to family or friends. If you have any indication someone you care about is suffering from severe anxiety or depression in these somewhat trying times, reach out and let them know that someone does indeed care enough to help them through their very real crisis.

Marla Luckhardt is a Brentwood resident who works with senior care and advocacy groups. Email her at marla2054@ aol.com.

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Gregory William Howard Sr. Gregory William Howard Sr. of Brentwood passed away on June 17, 2018, surrounded by his loving family.

Greg is the love of Michele Howard’s life, his wife of 33 beyond-romantic years. They met in Hawaii, and it has remained a Neverland for the Howard family ever since. A husband and father before all else, his complete devotion was to his family and making sure they were happy, healthy and safe.

A human encyclopedia, Greg knew just about everything, especially when it came to science, nature and animals. His green thumb was unmatched and a true testament to his ability to nurture. He was a nature boy, a jokester, a genius and a storyteller.

Greg was on a SWAT team, trained members of the Oakland Raiders, invented a groundwater pump for the government and was one of the top-100 reptile handlers in the world. Oh … and he saved the lead singer of Berlin from getting hit with a flying whiskey bottle.

He blessed everyone he met with his imagination, creativity and lightheartedness.

In his stead remains his best friend and loving wife, Michele Howard, and his two children, Samantha and Gregory William (Alison) Howard Jr., who carry him with them

everywhere they go and in everything they do. There was no man more steadfast in his devotion to family.

He also leaves his beloved mother, Lillian Howard, and six siblings.

He was a devoted son-in-law (son) to Gloria Holmberg and was treasured and deeply loved by every member of his Holmberg family. Greg will be very missed by his cherished friends who loved and admired him for his quick wit and passion for everyone around him.

Greg Howard left us with an incredible legacy of love and showed us how to be a loving husband and father. We will continue to love each other beyond measure because of his example.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the Greg Howard memorial bench that will be placed on the North Shore of Oahu: https://bit.ly/2IvxW1S. His service will be held on Saturday, June 30, at 1 p.m., at St. Anne Church in Byron.

Greg Mitchoff

April 28, 1956 – June 11, 2018 Greg was born in Portland, Oregon, to Jack Dean (deceased) and Mary Helen Mitchoff, and died unexpectedly from a heinous and senseless act of gun violence at the hands of another on June 11, 2018, in South Lake Tahoe, California.

The family moved to California in 1962, and he attended local schools in Pleasant Hill, California, graduating from College Park High School in 1974. He was a member of the Concord Blue Devils in his youth, and he enjoyed all things associated with water (boating, fishing and skiing) and snow. Favorite places with wonderful memories were Discovery Bay, Silver Lake, Lake Tahoe, Cabo San Lucas and Hawaii.

Greg was a carpenter by trade and took great pride in everything he built. Later in life, he owned and managed several properties in Nevada and South Lake Tahoe.

Greg is survived by his son, Jacob Dean Mitchoff (Skye); granddaughter, Scarlette Mitchoff; mother, Mary Helen Mitchoff; sister,

Karen Mitchoff; his cherished aunt, Elaine Schultz; his adored Uncle Bud Lewis; his former wife, Terri Taylor; and many loving cousins in the Pacific Northwest. He is also mourned by many wonderful friends. A celebration of his life is being planned for later this summer – for more information, contact kmitchoff@comcast.net.

We will miss his generous and loving heart and spirit. Godspeed, dearest Greg. see Milestones page 25A

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Heritage High School Athletic Director Pat Cruickshank led the Patriots to new heights in 13 years.

Now, he’ll tackle a new challenge.

The longtime athletic director, teacher and head varsity basketball coach has been named the new assistant commissioner of the North Coast Section, an arm of the state’s high school sports governing body.

“Pat has a wealth of knowledge and experience working at the high school level,” said North Coast Section Commissioner Gil Lemmon, who said five candidates were interviewed. “He’s been at multiple schools, he’s experienced multiple administrations and how they conduct educational-athletic programs. All that experience made him a great candidate.”

Cruickshank, who’s been at the school since it opened in 2005 and previously worked in the New Haven and San Leandro school districts and at Liberty High School, will serve a variety of roles, including as a resource on certain sports for the 180 North Coast Section schools, overseeing certain section championships, participating in the postseason at-large and seeding process and handling certain athletic eligibility cases.

“I’ll be doing some of the things that I do now, I will just be doing it on a much larger scale, dealing with 180 schools and many, many more student athletes,” Cruickshank said. “Just the opportunity to affect and continue to make athletics quality throughout the section was kind of the driving force behind me initially looking into the position, then when offered it, accepting it.”

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Heritage High School Athletic Director Pat Cruickshank will become North Coast Section assistant commissioner.

The longtime Patriot leaves behind a legacy of excellence.

In 13 years, the athletic programs racked up over 40 league titles and two section championships.

During the 2017-2018 school year alone, the school’s varsity squads won 16 league titles.

As the school’s only varsity head basketball coach in its history, Cruickshank pulled in over 200 of his over 300 career victories, which included winning the program’s first North Coast Section title last season.

Cruickshank was also named the 2015 California State Athletic Directors’ Association North Coast Section Athletic Director of the Year and the Bay Valley Athletic League coach of the year in 2010 and 2018.

“He’s a wonderful person,” Lemmon

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reedom defensive tackle Isaac Zatezalo recently signed his letter of intent to attend Wisconsin Lutheran College. The defensive tackle recorded 74 tackles and seven sacks in two years on the varsity squad, according to Maxpreps.com. He capped off his high school campaign by being selected to the all-Bay Valley Athletic League honorable mention team.

said. “I know he will really be missed at Heritage, but obliviously we are thrilled because we are getting a great candidate.”

While Cruickshank is excited for the future, he said he will miss Heritage.

He recalled arriving at the campus long ago when most of it was dirt.

Before long, the school developed and its community found a way into Cruickshank’s heart.

“The first year we played at Liberty, Freedom – any place that would take us,” he said. “I think back on those and how much fun that was to see our kids compete as Patriots and then watch us grow over the years and watch the quality programs that we have

and the great coaches that we have and be able to interact on a daily basis with them.

That was really special and tough to leave.”

Cruickshank will remain at Heritage for a while to prepare the school’s athletic department for the upcoming school year and plans to spend time with the school’s new athletic director, who has not been named.

The varsity basketball coach position will also need to be filled.

“I feel like we have done some really good things over the years, and I want to make sure the transition is smooth so all those things can continue to happen,” Cruickshank said.

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Heritage runner ready to become a Bruin

by Michael Dixon Correspondent

As a junior in 2017, Heritage’s Jett Charvet solidified his status as one of the best middle-distance runners in California when he won the state championship in the 800 meter race.

As a senior, he nearly repeated, finishing runner-up in 2018.

Naturally, that left Charvet with options heading to college. With his days as a Patriot complete, the first state champion in Heritage history will continue his academic and track and field careers in Westwood at UCLA. “The overall school just felt right to me,” Charvet said. “I liked everything about it. It’s a really good school academically.

It’s a really good school athletically. They have a really good mindset when it comes to pursuing both.”

In the classroom, Charvet has yet to choose a major. He noted that whatever he chooses, one of his goals with the Bruins will be remaining focused in the classroom.

On the track, he knows he’s facing a challenge. Charvet

certainly accomplished a great deal in high school. But going forward into college, he knows that what happened at Heritage won’t matter anymore.

“I’m really just restarting what I’ve done the last four years,” he said. “It’s a grind, obviously on a new level. I’m starting at the bottom again here. I’m going to have to work my way back up. It won’t be easy. It will be a lot harder this time.”

Charvet is also fairly loose with his goals heading to UCLA. He did note that making the NCAA’s and performing well against a grueling Pac-12 schedule will be important.

Naturally, college will feature a dramatic upgrade in competition for Charvet. Additionally, it will feature a slight change in the races he runs.

The 800 is the bread-and-butter race for Charvet. But with the Bruins, he’ll branch out. In addition to running the 800, he’ll also run the 1500-meter race as well as the 5K on occasion.

“I can’t neglect those going forward,” he said. “This season, I fell in love with the 800 a little bit. I enjoyed racing that as often as I could. I wouldn’t call the mile a weak link, but it’s

Jett Charvet will head to UCLA, leaving behind a legacy of excellence as a Patriot.

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not where my 800 is. Going forward, it’s going to be more work and building my strength. I think I’m up for the challenge.”

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Jaden Hall put the final goal in with a long shot in the upper left part of net, making the final 2-0. The Wildfire defenders Ari Moore, Fayth Hinojosa, Kate Wallace, Isa Saavedra, Meredith Hagler and Julianne Munoz remained stellar throughout the game.

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Multiple college coaches from all around Northern California and Nevada were very impressed with the talent level at the Tracy College Showcase.

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Editor: On behalf of Mark’s family, we would like to thank the businesses and individuals who helped him while he was living in downtown Brentwood.

We would also like to thank those who have helped raise funds for his burial expenses, especially Chevron, La Costa, The Delta Barbershop, Ace Hardware and Jose’s Barbershop. Mark had a life with many challenges and his share of mistakes, and just as it seemed he was getting his life back on track, it was apparently time for him to move on. He was very helpful to the downtown community and businesses alike, doing what he could to make a living.

Thank you for all the assistance you gave him!

Kathryn Pederson Brentwood

Officers deserve appreciation

Editor: This letter really gives me an opportunity to reflect and thank every police officer for their service.

I was at Veterans Park on Saturday evening, June 16, cleaning up from such a beautiful day as we celebrated my daughter’s baby shower. We were 10 minutes away from leaving. We were almost done packing up everything, and I was conducting a last-minute walk through to make sure the area was clean and nothing was left behind. All of a sudden, we heard chaos and people yelling and screaming, then everything went all bad with a brawl, and it was screaming, fighting and punching.

My daughter, who is 8 months pregnant, took off running and crying.

Your quick response was greatly appreciated. About 30 or 40 cops came to the park to assist with the brawl.

Approximately one hour later, the incident was peacefully resolved, and we were safe and allowed to go home.

I commend the Brentwood police officers for taking the lead and all the officers who responded. The officers did an outstanding job getting the situation under control. I am so glad no one was shot or killed. I am also deeply thankful for the courageous, caring approach our officers, firefighters and dispatchers demonstrate day after day, year after year.

Every single day, our public safety personnel respond to a host of emergencies and calls for help, which puts them in a position to see some of our community’s worst problems.

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Public invited to fire forums

Editor: The East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (ECCFPD) is a rural funded fire district that works hard to protect approximately 249 square miles and over 114,000 residents in East Contra Costa County.

We are in the process of developing a strategic plan for the future of the district. In support of this effort, we would like to invite you to help us clarify our priorities for the next five years by completing a short community survey. The input from this survey will help us refine our mission, vision and values as well as articulate our most important goals for the future. Since it is you we serve, your feedback is invaluable and helps us target areas for improvement as we strive to provide the highest quality services to our communities.

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Hillcrest eBART Station

Editor: After reading the front-page article in the Oakley Press (on June 15), about parking problems at the Hillcrest eBART Station, I can only (laugh out loud) … literally!

Why the surprise about not enough parking? This station has just shortened the ride to Pittsburg and Bay Point about 15 miles and by up to an hour!

This is the end of the line station, and those always need the most parking spaces. Didn’t this occur to BART? While parking is a big nuisance for commuters, what about those of us who would like to go shop in Walnut Creek or San Francisco? If there is no parking by 6 a.m., there will surely be none at midday.

Parking garages are very expensive to build. So there wasn’t enough money for a bigger parking lot at Hillcrest.

Find the money! You can’t get people out of their cars if there is no parking at the stations.

From the article, it does not look like many people are using the Scoop app out here. People are not going to carpool from out here, as we are too spread out and do not have the population density of the 580 corridor to carpool. And it’s not going to help the midday riders. This is leaving a very sour taste in the taxpayers’ mouths.

Please stop being surprised by the interest shown in Hillcrest eBART. Set up a meeting to address and fix the problem!

M. K-Neubauer Oakley

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A proposal to split the State of California into three separate states had social media buzzing with opinions. Most people seemed to think is was a joke, until it was announced that the proposal to divide California into three states will be on the November statewide ballot. Some of the comments regarding this proposal included those who were for it (the minority of the comments), those who are against it and those who just think the whole idea is ridiculous but would be entertained by the process. But don’t start changing your return address labels yet. If the measure were to pass, the California Legislature and U.S. Congress would still have to approve it.

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While there are those trying to figure out how to split our state into three, there are many people talking of splitting the State of California all together, by moving away. Between elevated home prices, expensive rent prices and high state taxes, some residents took the discussion about leaving the state to social media. “Young adults cannot afford a starter home in this economy,” posted one concerned parent. “We are being taxed at every turn” was another common complaint. A few people, while frustrated with home prices and taxes, did mention the fact that California has the best weather and is a beautiful place to call home and leaving the state would never cross their minds.

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One of the original settlers to California, John Muir, may not be alive to give his opinion on home prices, taxes or anything else, but a bill authored by Congressman Mark DeSaulnier to expand the John Muir National Historic Site in Martinez was signed into law.

There were many who shared this news on some of their social sites.

The Muir National Historic Site Expansion Act (H.R. 1719) adds an additional 44 acres of donated land to the 330-acre park to help improve access to the East Bay’s natural spaces and preserve the land for generations to come. If you haven’t visited the John Muir National Historic Site, it is an easy drive from East County, and it may just help remind you about what brought people to California in the first place.

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NOTICE INVITING BIDS 1. Bid Submission. The City of Brentwood (“City”), will accept sealed bids for its Community Center Repairs, CIP Project No. 707-7702-70240.00 (“Project”), by or before Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at 2:00 p.m., at its City Clerk’s office, located at Brentwood City Hall, Third Floor, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513.

The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in a conference room on the First Floor at Brentwood City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513.

2. Project Information.

2.1 Location and Description. The Project is located at 35 Oak Street, Brentwood, CA 94513, and is described as follows: water damage repair; work will consist of removing water/moisture from under existing wood flooring, and removing, replacing, and disposal of damaged drywall, including mold abatement in the walls. Additional repairs, including replacement of damaged portions of the wood flooring and carpeting, as determined throughout the inspection and repair of the facility.

2.2 Time for Completion. The planned timeframe for beginning and completion of construction of the Project is: 30 working days 2.3 Engineer’s Estimate. The City Engineer’s estimate for the cost of construction cost is: $150,000.

3. License and Registration Requirements.

3.1 License. This Project requires a valid California contractor’s license for the following classification(s): “Class “A” or combination of Class “C” Specialty Contractor’s License(s)” 3.2 DIR Registration. City may not accept a Bid Proposal from or enter into a contract with a bidder without proof that the bidder and its subcontractors are registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) to perform public work under Labor Code Section 1725.5, subject to limited legal exceptions.

4. Contract Documents. Bidders must request and obtain an electronic copy of the Contract Documents directly from the City of Brentwood (at no charge) by completing and submitting the “Document Request Form” located on the City’s website at https://www.brentwoodca.gov/ gov/pw/cip/pw_projects_out_to_bid. asp. The City may reject a bid submitted by a bidder that did not obtain the Contract Documents from the City as required.

5. Bid Proposal and Security.

5.1 Bid Proposal Form. Each Bid must be submitted using the Bid Proposal form provided with the Contract Documents.

5.2 Bid Security. The Bid Proposal must be accompanied by bid security of ten percent of the maximum bid amount, in the form of a cashier’s or certified check made payable to the City of Brentwood, or a bid bond executed by a surety licensed to do business in the State of California on the Bid Bond form included with the Contract Documents.

The bid security must guarantee that upon award of the bid, the bidder will execute the Contract and submit payment and performance bonds and insurance certificates as required by the Contract Documents within ten days after issuance of the Notice of Award.

6. Prevailing Wage Requirements.

6.1 General. This Project is subject to the prevailing wage requirements applicable to the locality in which the Work is to be performed for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to perform the Work, including employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation, apprenticeship and similar purposes.

6.2 Rates. These prevailing rates are available online at http://www.dir. ca.gov/DLSR. Each Contractor and Subcontractor must pay no less than the specified rates to all workers employed to work on the Project. The schedule of per diem wages is based upon a working day of eight hours. The rate for holiday and overtime work must be at least time and one-half.

6.3 Compliance. This Contract is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR, under Labor Code Section 1771.4.

7. Performance and Payment Bonds.

The successful bidder will be required to provide performance and payment bonds for 100% of the Contract Price.

8. Substitution of Securities. Substitution of appropriate securities in lieu of retention amounts from progress payments is permitted under Public Contract Code Section 22300.

9. Subcontractor List. Each Subcontractor must be registered with the DIR to perform work on public projects.

Each bidder must submit a completed

Subcontractor List form with its Bid Proposal, including the name, location of the place of business, and California contractor license number, DIR registration number, and percentage of the Work to be performed (based on the Base Bid) for each Subcontractor who will perform work or service or fabricate or install work for the prime contractor in excess of one-half of 1% of the bid price, using the Subcontractor List form included with the Contract Documents. No more than 50% of the Work may be performed by Subcontractors.

10. Instructions to Bidders. Additional information is provided in the Instructions to Bidders, which should be carefully reviewed before submitting a Bid Proposal.

11. Bidders’ Conference. A bidders’ conference will be held on Monday, July 2, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at the following location: 35 Oak Street, Brentwood, to acquaint all prospective bidders with the Contract Documents and the Worksite.

The bidders’ conference is mandatory.

City of Brentwood /s/ Margaret Wimberly MMC, City Clerk; Dated: June 29, 2018 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76963 Publish Dates: June 29, July 6, 2018.

contractor must pay no less than the specified rates to all workers employed to work on the Project. The schedule of per diem wages is based upon a working day of eight hours. The rate for holiday and overtime work must be at least time and one-half.

6.3 Compliance. This Contract is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR, under Labor Code Section 1771.4.

7. Performance and Payment Bonds.

The successful bidder will be required to provide performance and payment bonds for 100% of the Contract Price.

8. Substitution of Securities. Substitution of appropriate securities in lieu of retention amounts from progress payments is permitted under Public Contract Code Section 22300.

9. Subcontractor List. Each Subcontractor must be registered with the DIR to perform work on public projects.

Each bidder must submit a completed Subcontractor List form with its Bid Proposal, including the name, location of the place of business, and California contractor license number, DIR registration number, and percentage of the Work to be performed (based on the Base Bid) for each Subcontractor who will perform work or service or fabricate or install work for the prime contractor in excess of one-half of 1% of the bid price, using the Subcontractor List form included with the Contract Documents.

10.Instructions to Bidders. Additional information is provided in the Instructions to Bidders, which should be carefully reviewed before submitting a Bid Proposal.

11. Site Visit. A mandatory site visit will be held on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 at 10:00 a.m., at the following location: Brentwood Family Aquatic Complex, 195 Griffith Lane, Brentwood, CA to acquaint all prospective bidders with the Contract Documents and the Worksite. The site visit is mandatory By Margaret Wimberly MMC, City Clerk Date 06/15/2018 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76911 Publish Dates: June 22, 29, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003348-00 The name of the business: Pizza Guys Located at: 1100 Sycamore Dr In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Sdhanju, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Inderjjit Dhanju, Vice President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 23, 2018

by Deputy A Vasquez Expires 5/23/2023 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 76787 Publish dates: June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2018.

of this property, you may call (866)-9608299 or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2017-02740-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: May 23, 2018 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http:// www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. aspx Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 76755 Publish Dates: June 15, 22, 29, 2018.

be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-9608299 or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2017-03693-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: June 15, 2018 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http:// www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. aspx Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 76941 Publish Dates: June 29, July 6, 13, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003190-00 The name of the business: 1. Mighty Mindz Inc. 2. Strong Mindz Located at: 1402 Cavallo Rd Unit# 8 In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Mighty Mindz Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jerome Elston Hill Jr., CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 15, 2018 by Deputy C Garola Expires 5/15/2023 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 76763 Publish dates: June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003485-00 The name of the business: TechPro2GO Located at: 1151 Ranch Point Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner: Gary D Olson. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/1/2018. Signature of registrant: Gary D Olson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 31, 2018 by Deputy A Gnecco Expires 5/31/2023 Antioch Press No.06-1617 76863 Publish dates: June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 2018.

NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀYIMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER:YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07/14/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Ersielene Osby, A Single Woman Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 07/24/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0231740-00 in book —-, page—and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 07/12/2018 at 01:30 PM Place of Sale: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565 Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $ 318,224.27 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 616-618 Drake Street, Antioch, CA 94531 A.P.N.: 067-292-011 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $318,224.27. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt.If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale

NOTICE INVITING BIDS 1.Bid Submission. The City of Brentwood (“City”), will accept sealed bids for its AQUATIC COMPLEX POOL PLASTERING, CIP Project No. 352-52433 (“Project”), by or before Monday, July 9, 2018, at 2:00 p.m., at its City Clerk’s office, located at Brentwood City Hall, Third Floor, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513. The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the First Floor Vista Conference Room at Brentwood City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513.

2. Project Information.

2.1 Location and Description. The Project is located at 195 Griffith Lane, Brentwood, CA, and is described as follows: Re-plastering of three public swimming pools at the Brentwood Family Aquatic Complex.

2.2 Time for Completion. The planned timeframe for beginning and completion of construction of the Project is: 60 working days following Notice to Proceed (NTP). It is anticipated that the NTP will be issued by October 1, 2018 following receipt of required permits from Contra Costa County.

2.3 Engineer’s Estimate. The City Engineer’s estimate for the cost of construction cost is: $350,000.

3. License and Registration Requirements.

3.1 License. This Project requires a valid California contractor’s license for the following classification(s): C53 Swimming Pool.

3.2 DIR Registration. City may not accept a Bid Proposal from or enter into a contract with a bidder without proof that the bidder and its subcontractors are registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) to perform public work under Labor Code Section 1725.5, subject to limited legal exceptions.

4. Contract Documents. Bidders must obtain an electronic copy of the Contract Documents directly from the City of Brentwood. The Contract Documents may be obtained at no charge by sending an email to: ParksAndRecreation@brentwoodca.gov or by calling 925-516-5444.

The City may reject a bid submitted by a bidder that did not obtain the Contract Documents from the City as required.

5. Bid Proposal and Security.

5.1 Bid Proposal Form. Each Bid must be submitted using the Bid Proposal form provided with the Contract Documents.

5.2 Bid Security. The Bid Proposal must be accompanied by bid security of ten percent of the maximum bid amount, in the form of a cashier’s or certified check made payable to the City of Brentwood, or a bid bond executed by a surety licensed to do business in the State of California on the Bid Bond form included with the Contract Documents.

The bid security must guarantee that upon award of the bid, the bidder will execute the Contract and submit payment and performance bonds and insurance certificates as required by the Contract Documents within ten days after issuance of the Notice of Award.

6. Prevailing Wage Requirements.

6.1 General. This Project is subject to the prevailing wage requirements applicable to the locality in which the Work is to be performed for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to perform the Work, including employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation, apprenticeship and similar purposes.

6.2 Rates. These prevailing rates are available online at http://www.dir. ca.gov/DLSR. Each Contractor and Sub-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003424-00 The name of the business: 65 Max Apparel Located at: 3377 Deer Valley Road Suite 216 In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner: 65 Max Entertainment. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/10/2005. Signature of registrant: Pamela Henderson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 29, 2018 by Deputy J Celestial Expires 5/29/2023 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 76951 Publish dates: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003435-00 The name of the business: MacTonyMoore Investment Located at: 600 Wilbur Avenue Apt 1026 In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Anthony Uchechukwu Ogoh:. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on May 10, 2017. Signature of registrant: Anthony Ogoh. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 29, 2018 DIABLO WATER DISTRICT

by Deputy H Franklin Expires 5/29/2023 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Antioch Press No. 06-1617 76893 Publish NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board dates: June 22, 29, July 6, 13, 2018. of Directors of Diablo Water District will FICTITIOUS BUSINESS hold a public hearing at 7:30 p.m. on NAME STATEMENT August 22, 2018, at the office of the District, 87 Carol Lane, Oakley, CA. File No. F-0003439-00 The name of the The Board will consider revising the business: Contra Costa Community temporary partial suspension of a por- Outreach Clinic and Laboratory Lotion of the Facilities Reserve Charges cated at: 4041 Lone Tree Way In: Antioch, for water service imposed on applicants CA 94511, is hereby registered by the folestablished pre-2011, for a period of lowing owner: Contra Costa Community time and in the amounts as may be de- Outreach Clinic and Laboratory. This busitermined by the Board. The Board will ness is conducted by: A Corporation. The also consider revising the Main Extension registrant commenced to transact busiReimbursement Assessment for water service imposed on applicants which is ness under the fictitious business name reimbursed to developers for over sizing or names listed above on N/A. Signature water mains as required by the District. of registrant: Bulmaro Orozco. This stateFor further information you may contact ment was filed with the County Clerk of the District’s General Manager at (925) Contra Costa County on: May 29, 2018 625-6159. Published Date: June 29, 2018 by Deputy J Crawford Expires 5/29/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76966 Publish Antioch Press No. 06-1617 76789 Publish dates: June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2018.

Date: June 29, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003262-00 The name of the business: Two First Names Located at: 4636 Le Conte Court In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner: Noreen James. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/1/2017.

Signature of registrant: Noreen James, Proprietor. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 21, 2018 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 5/21/2023 Antioch Press No. 061617 76764 Publish dates: June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2018.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-02740-CA A.P.N.:067-292-011 Property Address: 616-618 Drake Street, Antioch, CA 94531 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信 息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문 서에 정보 요약서가 있습니 다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-03693-CA A.P.N.:068-452-001 Property Address: 801 Lynn Ave, Antioch, CA 94509 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件 包含一个信息摘要 참고사 항: 본 첨부 문서에 정보 요 약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀYIMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/22/2006.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Scott Adams, a married man as his sole and separate property Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 12/05/2006 as Instrument No. 20060387050-00 in book —-, page—- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 07/26/2018 at 01:30 PM Place of Sale: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $ 354,239.43 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 801 Lynn Ave, Antioch, CA 94509 A.P.N.: 068-452001 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 354,239.43. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-17-802144-BF Order No.: 7301710986-70 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/18/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. 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): CHARLES E BATES AND STEPHANIE BATES, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 6/1/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-019597800 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 7/9/2018 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $310,276.52 The purported property address is: 10 BIG BEND CT, OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 033-410-056-7 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale.

If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www. qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-17-802144-BF. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-9390772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.

com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-17-802144-BF IDSPub #0141563 6/15/2018 6/22/2018 6/29/2018 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76845 Publish Dates: June 15, 22, 29, 2018.

ity for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-2802832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-18-806960-BF IDSPub #0141443 6/15/2018 6/22/2018 6/29/2018 Antioch Press No. 02-1273 76835 Publish Dates: June 15, 22, 29, 2018.

above on 3/10/18. Signature of registrant: Shannon Marchio, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 23, 2018 by Deputy A Vasquez Expires 5/23/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76788 Publish dates: June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003631-00 The name of the business: Moe and Co Located at: 266 Persimmon Dr In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Megan Thomas 2. Jennifer Door. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Megan Thomas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 8, 2018 by Deputy J Crawford Expires 6/8/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76864 Publish dates: June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 2018.

9. Marie Jackson - Boxes, bags, desk, luggage, leather sofa, night stand & plastic bins.

10. Nicholas Peterson - Guitar, speakers, plastic bins, toaster, & luggage.

Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sale is still scheduled. Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted. Dates Published: 6/29/2018 and 7/6/2018 Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76954 Publish Dates: June 29, July 6, 2018.

warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the accrued 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 BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): MICHAEL R WILSON, AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 4/14/2016 as Instrument No. 2016-0067984-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 8/13/2018 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of accrued balance and other charges: $431,233.80 The purported property address is: 1855 Island Park Place, Brentwood, CA 94513 Assessor’s Parcel No. : 010-540-045 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale.

If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www. qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the trustee: CA-17-801358-NJ. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the mortgagor, the mortgagee, or the mortgagee’s attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. 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: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-17-801358-NJ IDSPub #0141414 6/29/2018 7/6/2018 7/13/2018 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76819 Publish Dates: June 29, July 6, 13, 2018.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-18-806960-BF Order No.: 7301801065-70 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/30/2009. 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): JERRY A INNISS a single man Recorded: 10/8/2009 as Instrument No. 2009-0237457-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 7/17/2018 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Pleasant Hill Community Center, located at 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. In the Auction. com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $307,866.07 The purported property address is: 5292 SUNGROVE COURT, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 056-350-010-7 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale.

If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www. qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-18-806960-BF. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liabil-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003398-00 The name of the business: CK Dillon Located at: 5450 Azure Court In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: Charles Monroe Dillon. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Charles M. Dillon. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 24, 2018 by Deputy J Crawford Expires 5/24/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76861 Publish dates: June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 2018.

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name PARCEL PLUS OF ANTIOCH at 3710 Lone Tree Way, Antioch, CA 94509. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on 9/17/2013 under File No. 2013 F-0005647-00 (*1) Jeremy Enterprises LLC 3710 Lone Tree Way, Antioch, CA 94509 (**) This business was conducted by: a Limited Liability Co. Signature: Jason Jeremy.

This statement was filed with the County FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 7, 2018 NAME STATEMENT Antioch Press No. 06-1617 76847 Publish File No. F-0003440-00 The name of the busidates: June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 2018. ness: Phil’s Music Inc. Located at: 1741 Diamond Springs Ct. In: Brentwood, CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 94513, is hereby registered by the followNAME STATEMENT ing owner: Phil’s Music Inc. This business is File No. F-0003073-00 The name of the conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant business(es): DELTA GALLERY Located at: commenced to transact business under the 2485 Sand Creek Road, Ste 128 In: Brentwood, fictitious business name or names listed CA 94513, is hereby registered by the follow- above on 5/29/18. Signature of registrant: ing owner(s): Art Guild Of The Delta, Inc.. This Philip Halseth, President. This statement was business is conducted by: A Corporation. The filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa registrant commenced to transact business County on: My 29, 2018 by Deputy P Corneunder the fictitious business name or names lius Expires 5/29/2023 Brentwood Press No. listed above on March 1, 2018. Signature of reg- 02-1273 76790 Publish dates: June 8,15, 22, istrant: Rosalinda Grejsen, Managing Member. 29, 2018.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk FICTITIOUS BUSINESS of Contra Costa County on: May 10, 2018 by NAME STATEMENT Deputy L. Ferm Expires 5/10/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76793 Publish dates: June 8, File No. F-0003467-00 The name of the business: Global Auto Sales Located at: 6240 15, 22, 29, 2018.

Brentwood Blvd Ste A In: Brentwood, CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 94513, is hereby registered by the following NAME STATEMENT owner: Global Demand LLC. This business is File No. F-0003244-00 The name of the conducted by: An Individual. The registrant business: 1. HealthMet DNA Labs 2.MD- commenced to transact business under the HealthSpa 3.HealthMet Medics Located fictitious business name or names listed at: 696 San Ramon Valley Blvd, Ste 335 In: above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Rick Danville, CA 94526, is hereby registered by Beal, President. This statement was filed the following owner: HealthMet, Inc. This with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County business is conducted by: A Corporation. The on: May 30, 2018 by Deputy P Cornelius registrant commenced to transact business Expires 5/30/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02under the fictitious business name or names 1273 76862 Publish dates: June 15, 22, 29, listed above on 5/11/2018. Signature of regJuly 6, 2018. istrant: William Greer-Berezovsky. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of ConFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT tra Costa County on: May 18, 2018 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 5/18/2023 Brentwood Press File No. F-0003536-00 The name of the busiNo. 02-1273 76860 Publish dates: June 15, ness: Rosa’s Landscape & Maintenance Located at: 165 Bruno Ave In: Pittsburg, CA 22, 29, July 6, 2018.

94565, is hereby registered by the followFICTITIOUS BUSINESS ing owner: Yesenia Rosas. This business is NAME STATEMENT conducted by: An Individual. The registrant File No. F-0003254-00 The name of the busicommenced to transact business under the ness: Butch’s Auto Haul and DMV Servicfictitious business name or names listed es Located at: 8155 Westport Circle In: Disabove on N/A. Signature of registrant: Yescovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered enia Rosas. This statement was filed with the by the following owner: Marshall McGinnis.

County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June This business is conducted by: An Individual.

4, 2018 by Deputy L Ferm Expires 6/4/2023 The registrant commenced to transact busiBrentwood Press No. 02-1273 76811 Pubness under the fictitious business name or lish dates: June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 2018. names listed above on N/A. Signature of regFICTITIOUS BUSINESS istrant: Marshall McGinnis. This statement NAME STATEMENT was filed with the County Clerk of Contra File No. F-0003573-00 The name of the busiCosta County on: May 18, 2018 by Deputy ness: JS Designs Located at: 1651Sutter St, J Celestial Expires 5/18/2023 Brentwood Apt 3 In: Concord, CA 94520, is hereby regPress No. 02-1273 76791 Publish dates: istered by the following owner(s): 1. Brian June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2018.

Jason 2. Zakiullah Sedigar. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. The FICTITIOUS BUSINESS registrant commenced to transact business NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003318-00 The name of the busi- under the fictitious business name or names ness: 1. Clean & Seal Pro 2. cleanand- listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: sealpro.com Located at: 1448 Cullen Dr In: Brian Jason. This statement was filed with Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered the County Clerk of Contra Costa County by the following owner(s): 1. Dave Garcia 2. on: June 5, 2018 by Deputy L Fallas Expires Susie Garcia. This business is conducted by: 6/5/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Married Couple. The registrant commenced 76822 Publish dates: June 15, 22, 29, July to transact business under the fictitious busi- 6, 2018. ness name or names listed above on 5/21/18.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Signature of registrant: Susie Garcia. This NAME STATEMENT statement was filed with the County Clerk File No. F-0003600-00 The name of the busiof Contra Costa County on: May 22, 2018 by ness: Love ArrowHeart Design Located at: Deputy S. Alvarez Expires 5/22/2023 Brent- 2861 Spanish Bay Drive In: Brentwood, CA wood Press No. 02-1273 76770 Publish 94513, is hereby registered by the following dates: June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2018. owner: Laurel Lenzi Becnel. This business is FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003347-00 The name of the business: Shanie’s Cafe Located at: 1308 Oak Circle In: Arnold, CA 95223, is hereby registered by the following owner: Marchio Properties LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co.. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed

conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/31/2016. Signature of registrant: Laurel Becnel. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 6, 2018 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 6/6/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76915 Publish dates: June 22, 29, July 6, 13, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003793-00 The name of the business: Skubala Realty Located at: 392 Wentworth Ct In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Marcin Skubala. 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: Marcin Skubala. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 18, 2018

by Deputy H. Franklin Expires 6/18/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76946 Publish dates: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003821-00 The name of the business: Vin Alegro Located at: 1520 Discovery Bay Blvd., Ste 300 In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: Lighthouse Hospitality, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Glenn Hoffman, Chief Executive Officer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 19, 2018 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 6/19/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76965 Publish dates: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 2018.

Important Notice!!!

Position available on the Board of Directors for the Knightsen Town Advisory Council. Applicants must reside within the boundaries of the Knightsen Town Community Service District and be registered voters. Applications will be accepted for 60 days, until 7/22/2018. Applications must be sent to P.O. BOX 763, Knightsen CA, 94548. Interviews will be conducted after application deadline. Please submit proof of residency and voter registration with application, along with contact information.

Application can be in the form of a written letter of interest, or resume. Sincerely, Al Simas (Chairman) Knightsen Town Community Service District. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76913 Publish Dates: June 22, 29, July 6, 13, 20, 2018.

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE SELF STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the liened personal property described below, pursuant to the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedure and the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, Business and Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq.

On the 13th day of July 2018, at 10:00 AM, the undersigned will sell the contents of liened storage units by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Acorn II Self Storage LLC, at 6900 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood, California 94513, Tel. (925) 240-5000.

Self-storage liened units generally include miscellaneous household goods, office or business equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing and personal effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Names: 1. Sherri Gordon - Television, towel spa, (2) humidifiers, bags & boxes.

2. Sherri Gordon - Animal cage, silk flowers, drum set, vinyl records, ladders.

3. Moniqua Strickland - Teddy bear, T.V., wooden table & 4 chairs.

4. Kimberly McBride - 2 flat screen TVs, baby stroller, high chair, couch, love seat, standing lamps, tables & baby car seat.

5. Brian Grissom - Toy navy jet plane, crab nets, guitar, water ski, antique clock, bbq pit & camping equipment.

6. Deirdra Perez - Fishing equipment, vintage lamp, night stand, dressers, 3 mag wheels & tires, carpet, propane tank.

7. Kathleen Bradley - Dressers, chair, dolly, wheel chair, bedding, T.V. 8. Robert Leal - Bikes, tools, doll house, camp stove, exercise equipment, speakers, luggage.

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE SELF STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the liened personal property described below, pursuant to the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedure and the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, Business and Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq..

On the 13th day of July 2018 at 12:15 P.M., the undersigned will sell the contents of liened storage units by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Acorn Self Storage LLC, at 5205 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, California 94565, Tel. (925) 432-3200. Self-storage liened units generally include miscellaneous household goods, office or business equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing and personal effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Customer Name: 1. Chris Steele -Washer & Dryer, scuba back pack, generator, construction tools, Fish Gaff , Pots & Pans, Boxes 2. David Johnston-Rocks, Contractor Equipment, Ice chest, Computer, Computer Equipment, Hitch, 10+ Boxes & Bins 3. Celeste Wright-Computer & Stereo Equipment, Artwork, 20+ Boxes, Survival Equipment, Chairs 4. Daisey Chavarria - Appliance Dolly, Sectional Couch, Table, Dining Chairs & Boxes Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sale is still scheduled.

Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted Dates Published: 06/29/2018 and 07/06/2018 Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press 02-1273 76956 Publish Dates: June 29, July 6, 2018.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (the “District”) has adopted a Preliminary Operating Budget and Preliminary Development Fee and Other Funds Budget for fiscal year 2018-2019. A copy of the preliminary budgets is available for inspection at the offices of the District at 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California. The Board will hold a hearing and consider adoption of the Final Operating Budget and Final Development Fee and Other Funds Budget for fiscal year 2018-2019: TIME: 6:30 P.M. DATE: September 10, 2018 PLACE: 150 City Park Way Brentwood, California Any person who wishes to be heard regarding any item in the budgets, or the addition of any item, may appear at the public hearing or may send written comments to the undersigned at the District office.

Brian Helmick Fire Chief/Clerk of the Board Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76906 Publish Dates: June 22, 29, 2018.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Recording requested by: TS No. CA-17801358-NJ Order No.: 95518832 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/30/2016. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-16-751075-BF Order No.: 8676819 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/9/2006. 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): JOSEPH VALDEZ AND GRACE VALDEZ, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 3/21/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0085705-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 7/16/2018 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $499,638.02 The purported property address is: 531 VIVIAN ST, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513-1571 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 016-310-028-2 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-16-751075-BF. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If

you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-16-751075-BF IDSPub #0141765 6/22/2018 6/29/2018 7/6/2018 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76896 Publish Dates June 22, 29, July 6, 2018.

DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados.

Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil.

Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 COURT STREET, P.O. Box 911, MARTINEZ, CA 94553. The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Alan L. Brodkin, SBN 85991 ALAN L. BRODKIN & ASSOCIATES 15500 B ROCKFIELD BLVD Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: (949) 457-8686 Fax: (949) 457-8688. DATE (Fecha): February 14, 2017 Clerk, by (Secretario): L. DIAZ, Deptuty (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served - Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76792 Publish Dates: June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2018.

tions as the court believes to be just. If, however, the court finds that any of the real parties in interest cannot afford counsel, the county will pay the amount.

4. The court may continue the proceeding for not more than 30 days as necessary to appoint counsel and to enable counsel to become acquainted with case. Dated: June 21, 2018 By Deputy Clerk S. Kricken Bonnie Lee Johnson, SBN 224911 bonnie@bonniejohnsonlaw.com Law Offices of Bonnie Lee Johnson 3021 Citrus Circle, Suite 250 Walnut Creek, California 94598 Telephone: (925) 943-5400 Fax: (925) 943-5050 Attorney for petitioner: Anthony Binney. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76960 Publish Dates: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 2018.

Notice of Lien Sale Live Oak Storage, 1315 Main Street. Oakley, CA 94561. Has possessory lien on all of the goods stored in the prospective units below; Jim Wilkinson - #7A George Perata - #339 George Perata - #358 Deisi Soriano - #355 Deisi Soriano - #1060 Arba C. Sullivan - #1022 The goods are described as furniture, tools and miscellaneous personal property items being sold pursuant to the assertion of the lien on July 5, 2018 at 9:30am. In order to collect the amounts due from you. The sale will take place at 1315 Main Street, Oakley, CA. 94561, County of Contra Costa, State of California. This Lien Sale is pursuant to Chapter 10 Section 21700-21716 of the California Self Service Storage Facility. Auction is to be held by John Cardoza #5860870. Owner reserves the right to bid at the sale.

Purchase must be cash only paid at the time of the sale. Sale is subject to prior cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party.

Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76944 Publish Dates: June 29, 2018.

not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-7302727 or visit this Internet Web site www. ndscorp.com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case 12-33719-JP-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 06/20/2018 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1230 Columbia Street, Suite 680 San Diego, CA 92101 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 714-730-2727; Sales Website: www. ndscorp.com/sales Rachael Hamilton, Trustee Sales Representative A-4661407 06/29/2018, 07/06/2018, 07/13/2018 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76945 Publish Dates: June 29, July 6, 13, 2018.

All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust.

Street Address or other common designation of real property: 5108 Fernwood Court., Oakley, CA 94561 A.P.N.: 037-211004 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 421,702.74. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-9608299 or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2013-02123-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: June 7, 2018 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http:// www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. aspx Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Oakley Press No. 76855 Publish Dates: June 22, 29, July 6, 2017.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Cherreyle Poindexter SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Cherreyle Poindexter CASE NUMBER: N18-1234 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Cherreyle Poindexter filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Cherreyle Latryce Poindexter to Proposed Name: Sharell Latryce Love. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 08/13/18 Time: 9:00 a.m.

Dept.: 14 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date: June 11, 2018 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76895 Publish Dates: June 22, 29, July 6, 13, 2018.

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): L17-00589 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): MAXSAM PARTNERS, LLC, a California limited liability company fdba VITALITY BOWLS PLEASANT HILL; MARK UNTERBACK, an individual, and DOES 1 through 10, inclusive, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): US FOODS, INC., NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days.

Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case.

There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30

THIRD AMENDED CITATION TO PARENT JOSE NOGALES CASE NO.: A17-00050 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Attorney for Petitioner: Anthony Binney In re the Adoption Petition of Anthony Binney, Petitioner, THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO JOSE NOGALES: By order of this court you are hereby advised that you may appear before the judge presiding in the Department 14 of this court on July 23, 2018, at 1:30 p.m. then and there to show cause, if any you have why Svetlana Tomova Binney should not be freed from your custody and control. The following information concerns rights and procedures that relate to this proceeding for the termination of the parental rights of JOSE NOGALES as set forth in Family Code Section 7860 et seq.: 1. At the beginning of the proceeding the court will consider whether or not the interests of JOSE NOGALES require the appointment of counsel. If the court finds that the interests of JOSE NOGALES require such protection, the court will appoint counsel to represent her, whether or not she is able to afford counsel. Svetlana Tomova Binney will not be present in court unless she requests or the court so orders.

2. If JOSE NOGALES appears without counsel and is unable to afford counsel, the court must appoint counsel for the parent, unless the parent knowingly and intelligently waives the right to be represented by counsel. The court will not appoint the same counsel to represent both Svetlana Tomova Binney and her birth father.

3. The court may appoint either the public defender or private counsel. If private counsel is appointed, he or she will receive a reasonable sum for compensation and expenses, the amount of which will be determined by the court. That amount must be paid by the real parties in interest, but not by the minor, in such propor-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003319-00 The name of the business(es): 1. DPG Design 2. DPGDesign - Landscpe Design Studios Located at: 4701 Main St, Suite B In: Oakley, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. David Garcia 2. Susie Garcia. This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on February, 2016. Signature of registrant: Susie Garcia. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 22, 2018 by Deputy S. Alvarez Expires 5/22/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76786 Publish dates: June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003333-00 The name of the business: Stacy’s Cakes Located at: 1765 Park Place Drive In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Stacy Irwin. 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: Stacy Irwin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 23, 2018 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 5/23/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76919 Publish dates: June 22, 29, July 6, 13, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003512-00 The name of the business: 1. Avatar Tech Pubs 2. Avatar Technical Publications Located at: 4811 Knarlwood Rd In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Patricia McDermott 2. Don McDermott. This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/15/1990. Signature of registrant: Patricia McDermott. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 1, 2018 by Deputy J Celestial Expires 6/1/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76949 Publish dates: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003591-00 The name of the business: Agentry Real Estate Group Located at: 2170 Main St. Suite D In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: The Agency Real Estate Group Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on December, 2017. Signature of registrant: Defny deHaan - Secretary of Corp. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 6, 2018 by Deputy S. Alvarez Expires 6/6/2023 Oakley CA, 94561 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76858 Publish dates: June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003679-00 The name of the business: Longings Clothes for Tall Women Located at: 949 Stonegate Circle In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Lori Reposa. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3/2018. Signature of registrant: Lori Reposa. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 12, 2018 by Deputy L Arosemena Expires 6/12/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 76967 Publish dates: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 2018.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 12-33719-JP-CA Title No. 120295270-CA-LMI A.P.N. 034-460025-9 ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY IS APPLICABLE TO THE NOTICE PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR ONLY PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE 2923.3 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/07/2007. 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(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: MARIO REBHOLZ AND, HASANI REBHOLZ, HUSBAND AND WIFE Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 02/14/2007 as Instrument No. 20070045377-00 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of CONTRA COSTA County, California. Date of Sale: 07/20/2018 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $828,594.41 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 121 COPPER KNOLL WAY, OAKLEY, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale.

If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does

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been on the O’Hara Park PTSA list for a while to do,” said Meghan Bell, PTSA vice president. “We held a contest for all students on campus to participate and had close to 200 entries.”

Bell and PTSA president Lisa Sanchez took charge of the project and set the wheels in motion by choosing a theme for the initiative.

“We really wanted things that we felt would represent the entire student body – academics, reading and sports and then also the three principles that the students focus on everyday: respect yourself, respect others, respect the environment and, of course, Bulldog spirit,” said Bell. “Everyone has a lot of that here.”

Entries were reviewed and finalists selected by the PTSA, which also provided all of the materials for the project. Six designs from seven students were selected to be included in the final project, and the PTSA contributed a mural. One design was submitted by a team of two students, Charity Salgado and Kolohe Toman, both 13. Kolohe said that the pair were excited and proud to

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Donald Jr., REACH sought to provide air ambulance service to the communities of Northern California. The company expanded into Contra Costa County when REACH 3 was established at Buchanan Field in Concord. REACH currently has 14 bases in California, though it provides medical transportation across the western U.S. under several different entities using helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft and ground vehicles.

REACH helicopters provide 9-1-1 response and transport services that are coordinated through the Contra Costa Regional Fire Communications Center.

The same center than dispatches fire resources for East Contra Costa and Contra Costa County fire protection districts.

An air ambulance can be dispatched to an incident scene based on protocol for the type of incident or at the request of the responding fire department.

Oftentimes, an air ambulance is called only to be canceled after first responders are able to complete a more comprehensive analysis of the patient’s needs.

“We would rather be activated early and be on our way and not needed than not be activated early, not be on our way and then needed and not have the time to respond,” said Paula Russell, REACH program director. “So, we routinely ask all agencies, the moment you hear dispatch and have a thought in the back of your mind (that) this could be something that needs high-level care and transport or rapid transport – we ask them (to) please activate us immediately.”

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have been selected while Charity described their mural design.

“We did an open book,” explained Charity. “We both really like reading. We decided to do an open book with magical swirls because, to me, reading is diving into a different world. We had school supplies surrounding the swirls to show that it helps you in school. It can help you become closer to people, also.”

With the designs selected, the process of bringing them to life began. Bell said that transparencies were made of the designs and then an overhead projector was used to illuminate the designs onto sheets of plywood.

They were outlined on the plywood, and then students got to work painting and completing their murals.

“We wanted to really stay true to every artist’s drawing,” said Bell. “We didn’t want it to be a guesstimate.

It made it really easy for the students to go back to the design that they had made and paint it in with the colors they had imagined from their original artwork.”

Jason Brown was a student at O’Hara Park in 1993, and he painted one of the murals that is being replaced.

Once an air ambulance is dispatched, there is a preflight process that takes approximately eight minutes to complete and register with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) before a flight can lift off.

“We are currently working to improve our timeliness with that process,” said Russell. “Unfortunately, due to requirements put upon us by the FAA, we don’t get to just jump in and go. For safety reasons, those have been put in place. We do understand and accept that and comply willingly, but our instinct is always (that) we want to make this process as quick as possible, be safe and get to where we’re needed.”

Reducing the time it takes to transport a patient to a hospital is not the only benefit of transportation by air.

Patients also receive a higher level of care in a medical helicopter. Each air ambulance carries a flight paramedic and flight nurse who are responsible for the care of the patient. The presence of a nurse means that a patient can receive a wider variety of medications and procedures than paramedics can provide in an ambulance.

“One of the things I like particularly about REACH and this organization is that they leverage heavily the most experienced, the best and the brightest from each respective field in order to compose a crew that can operate in a multitude of environments, including an emergency environment, a scene environment and a hospital environment,” said REACH pilot Mike Norris. “Each member of the crew

He viewed the change with mixed feelings.

“I still live local, and the mural I made was hung in front of the school for a long time on the O’Hara Avenue side,” said Brown. “Some years back it was taken down, and I was a little sad about it. I’ve now learned that it may have just been relocated inside the school. So while it kinda sucks it’s being taken down … the current kids should all have the opportunity to display their art as well.”

Once the paintings were complete, they were taken to Alfredo Melara of CC Painting Company in Oakley where Melara, who donated his time and materials, applied a sealer to protect them from the sun and rain as these mural are likely to hang for 25 years, maybe longer.

“This has been the culmination of an amazing PTSA board that has worked on this idea for two or three years, and this year it just came to fruition,” said Colleen Creswell, O’Hara Park Middle School principal. “We’re very proud of the campus. We have a full focus on making the campus really pretty, and this is just one part. But the PTSA has been fabulous.”

draws upon a very deep base of knowledge from within their respective field and brings that to bear in a very adaptable and dynamic way.”

The San Francisco Bay Area is well known for its microclimates, and weather can complicate a crew’s ability to fly. The crew holds a preflight huddle, during which the pilot will relay information on weather conditions and the decision to fly is discussed.

“It’s a team decision,” explained Russell. “The entire team must be comfortable with the flight. There is data the pilot collects that he shares with the team and advises us whether they feel that it is safe to fly or not safe to fly. It’s three to go or one to say no.”

Once an air ambulance is dispatched to an incident, a fire engine crew is assigned to establish a landing zone and provide an assessment of conditions on the ground to the air crew.

“We always try to get an engine to do the helispot,” said ECCFPD Battalion Chief Craig Auzenne. “There are guidelines the helicopter gives us that they want.

They want (a) 100 foot by 100 foot (landing area). They want wind direction. They want the type of landing surface. They want any aerial obstacles. They’ll do their fly around to check it. At night, it’s worse, because their vision is minimalized.”

From REACH’s perspective, the flight crew works together to ensure the safest possible touchdown, though sometimes a landing can look harrowing to observers on the ground.

“I can imagine sometimes, when

we’re coming into certain areas, it can look pretty dynamic from the ground,” explained Russell. “The amazing part is that from the air, we have the entire team working together to ensure our safe entry into the landing zone (LZ). All three of us are communicating not only with each other but with the fire department on the ground. We definitely don’t come into those situations independently. We’re heavily reliant on the fire department.”

“There’s a lot of nutty landings that we’ve had to make,” added Norris. “We do our best to mitigate all of the risks ahead of time before going in. We would much rather land in a nice, easy park or ball field than in some tight hole somewhere, but we will if have to in order to access the patient.”

Until recently, REACH was based at Buchanan Field in Concord. Last month, the crew moved their base of operations to Napa County Airport, but will continue to serve Contra Costa County. Additionally, a CALSTAR air ambulance remains based in Concord. CALSTAR was purchased by REACH in 2016 and they operate under the same ownership umbrella.

“We’re just really appreciative of the opportunity to be located in this county and serve the community the way we do,” said Russell. “We’re so thankful for the dynamic that we have with our ground providers, our fire departments and the way that we’re able to really work together in almost a family dynamic. It’s an amazing county to work in.”

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single-family residential lots. The project, known as Parkside Villas, is located north of Sand Creek, south of Apricot Way, and west of Fairview Avenue (APN 019-092-032). On June 5, 2018, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to consider the application and unanimously recommended that the City Council approve the three year time extension for Tentative Subdivision Map No. 8982. Applicant: Dennis Baca.

Said hearing will be held at the City Council Chambers, 150 City Park Way. Further information may be obtained from Senior Planner Jeff Zilm [(925) 516-5136 or jzilm@brentwoodca. gov] in the Community Development Department of the City of Brentwood,

150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513. If you challenge the City Council’s action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Brentwood City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76975 Publish Dates: June 29, 2018.

ORDINANCE NOS. 2016-02 (“EXEMPTIONS FOR ANIMAL LICENSE FEES”), 2017-12 (“AMENDMENTS TO DIVISION 416 (ANIMALS) OF THE COUNTY ORDINANCE CODE”), AND 2018-13 (“ROOSTER KEEPING”), AND ADOPTING PENALTIES THEREFORE THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced with the first reading waived at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 24th day of June 2018, by the following vote: AYES: Bryant, Grewal Rarey, Staton, Taylor NOES: None ABSENT: None RECUSED: None ATTEST: Margaret Wimberly, MMC City Clerk

The above is a summary of the major highlights of the ordinances; reading the ordinances in its entirety may be necessary to obtain a full understating of all changes. A copy of the full text of the ordinances is on file and may be read in the City Clerk’s office located at 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, and/or a copy may be obtained from that office based on the City’s actual cost for duplicating.

Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 76976 Publish Date: June 29, 2018.

to consider the following matter: ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD AMENDING CHAPTER 6.12 OF THE BRENTWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE AMENDMENTS TO CONTRA COSTA COUNTY’S ANIMAL CONTROL CODE, INCLUDING COUNTY ORDINANCE NOS. 2016-02 (“EXEMPTIONS FOR ANIMAL LICENSE FEES”), 2017-12 (“AMENDMENTS TO DIVISION 416 (ANIMALS) OF THE COUNTY ORDINANCE CODE”), AND 2018-13 (“ROOSTER KEEPING”), AND ADOPTING PENALTIES THEREFORE This hearing will be held at the City Council Chambers, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California. The above ordinance was introduced at the

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Copies of the full text of Brentwood Municipal Code Chapter 6.12; the ordinance; and the County Ordinances/ Code being adopted by reference are on file with, and may be obtained from, the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513, (925) 516-5400. If you challenge the City Council’s action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Brentwood City council at, or prior to, the public hearing. Dated: June 27, 2018 /s/ Margaret Wimberly, MMC City Clerk Publish: June 29, 2018 Brentwood Press No. 021273 76977 Publish Date: June 29, 2018.

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Friday, June 29 “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz”

The Stage Right Conservatory Theatre presents “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” at the Nick Rodriguez Community Center, 213 F St., Antioch, with performances on June 29 and 30, at 7 p.m., and July 1, at 2 p.m. Enjoy this timeless classic for all ages. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students and seniors, and $5 for children under 10. For more information, call 925-216-4613 or visit www.srctgrp.org.

Concerts in the Park

The City of Brentwood and West Coast Solar present Concerts in the Park at the downtown City Park, from 7 to 9 p.m. Come enjoy a variety of concerts every Friday until Aug. 24.

Saturday, June 30 Blood Donations

The Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Sri Guru Ravidass Temple, 2150 Crestview Dr., Pittsburg, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Appointments are necessary. For more information, visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 800-733-2767.

East Contra Costa Historical Society Museum

East Contra Costa Historical Society Museum, 3890 Sellers Ave., is open from 2 to 4 p.m. every Saturday and the third Sunday now through October. Tour the 1890s home, one-room schoolhouse, new resource center and other features from East County’s past.

For more information, contact Dawn at 925-513-3247.

Monday, July 2 The Brentwood Concert Band

The Brentwood Concert Band holds rehearsals every Monday, from 7 to 9 p.m., at 400 Guthrie Lane, Brentwood. New members of all ages who play woodwind, brass or percussion instruments are welcome. For more information, contact info@brentwoodconcertband. com.

Tuesday, July 3 Coffee with Carolyn

Coffee with Carolyn is a cancer support group for women hosted by Carolyn George the first Tuesday of every month, at 10 a.m., and the third Thursday of every month, at 6 p.m.

The group provides a calm, safe and loving environment to support women who have gone through or are going through treatment for cancer or other serious illnesses. For more information, contact Carolyn at 925-577-3325.

Wednesday, July 4 Brentwood Classic Fourth of July Parade and Celebration

Look at the many local events on www.thepress.net /calendar Monday, July 16 Kaleidoscope Connection Circle

The City of Brentwood presents the Brentwood Classic Fourth of July Parade and Celebration, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., in downtown Brentwood.

Besides a nostalgic small town parade, there will be food, games and more. For more information, visit www.brentwoodca.gov.

The Kaleidoscope Connection Circle meets the third Monday of every month at Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection Center, 14671 Byron Highway, in Byron, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Acquaint yourself with Kaleidoscope’s programs and meet its leaders and volunteers. For more information, email info@kaleidoscopehope.org or call 925-550-8021.

Thursday, July 5 Food Truck Thursdays

Wednesday, July 18 Beading at the Oakley Library

The Foodie Crew and the Antioch Recreation Department present Food Truck Thursday, from 5 to 9 p.m., at the Antioch Community Center and Water Park, 4703 Lone Tree Way, in Antioch. There will be six to eight food trucks that serve gourmet food and desserts. For more information, contact Adam Gross at 925-776-7681 or info@foodiecrew.com.

Monday, July 9 Delta Quilters Guild

Delta Quilters Guild meets the second Monday of each month, at 2401 Shady Willow Lane, in Brentwood, at 7 p.m. A donation of $5 at the door is asked. For more information, visit www.deltaquilters.org or contact Sue at 925-550-2756.

Tuesday, July 10 Casino Bus Trip

Oakley Senior Citizens presents a casino bus trip to Jackson Rancheria casino and hotel, with the bus departing from the Oakley Senior Center at 8 a.m.

The entire trip costs $30, which includes transportation, $20 in cash or $25 in table games. The money must be sent to Oakley Senior Citizens, at P.O. Box 268, Oakley, CA 94561. For more information, call Tim at 925-679-8636 or 925-238-5356 or contact the Oakley Senior Center at 925-626-7223.

Thursday, July 12 Brentwood Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group

The Friends of the Oakley Library will hold its monthly beading class, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Oakley Library. The class is for anyone 16 and older. For more information, contact Donna Cooper at DDDangle3@pacbell.net or 925-525-4782.

Monday, July 23 The Dementia Whisperer

Laura Wayman presents The Dementia Whisperer, at the Celebration Center, 2260 Jeffery Way, Brentwood, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Come and hear Laura Wayman as she shares her expertise and experience of making connection with people who have Alzheimer’s or any other sort of dementia or memory loss. Reservations are required. For more information, contact Jennifer DeRusso at 925-240-5437.

Monday, July 29 Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play

The Trilogy Drama Club presents “Sabotage” and the “39 Steps,” July 1, at 2 p.m., and July 29 and 30, at 7 p.m. Come see Alfred Hitchcock’s works come to life. Admission is $15 per person and can be purchased at the door with either cash or check. Reservations are also required. For more information, call 925-809-7180.

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The Brentwood Alzheimer’s Support Group will meet at Brentwood Neighborhood Church, 50 Birch St., Brentwood, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. This meeting is open to anyone who is caring for or knows someone with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia. For more information, contact Linda Hughes at 925-202-0345.

Cheer Coaches

Saturday, July 14 Assistance and Health Fair Day

The Brentwood Blaze Cheer is currently enrolling children from 5 to 14 years of age for a program that teaches the fundamentals of cheer. Practices are ongoing throughout the year. For more information, contact Alison at 925-848-8422 or brentwoodblazecheer@gmail.com.

East Bay Works and America’s Job Center of California present their annual Community Assistance Day and Health Fair, at 6830 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be food, live entertainment and more. For more information, contact Dr. Theresa Hagerman at 925-848-6102.

Brentwood/Oakley Youth Falcons Football and Cheer is currently seeking cheer coaches for its starts division for ages 6, 7 and 8. For more information, contact Joanne 925-550-7038 or visit www.boffc.com.

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sign-ups at Straw Hat Pizza on July 9 from 5 to 8 p.m. There will also be in person sign-ups at the Oakley Cityhood Celebration on July 7. There are no cuts, and it’s open for ages 6 to 14. There is a $175 deposit for signing up. For more information, visit www.boffc.com.

Art Classes at Delta Gallery

The Delta Gallery offers a wide variety of creative art classes for all ages, including oil and acrylic painting, drawing and jewelry design. The classes will be at the Delta Gallery. For more information, visit www.deltagallery.com.

Club Scouts and Boy Scouts

Join the Cub Scouts, for kindergarten to fifthgrade boys, or Boy Scouts, for boys ages 11 to 18.

For more information and to find a Pack or Troop visit BeAScout.org. You can also email membership@pack1155.org with questions.

Ongoing Events

Meals on Wheels Fundraiser

Now through Sept. 30, Pinky’s Klassy Kar Wash & Detail Center will hold a car wash fundraiser for Meals on Wheels, seven days a week, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Pay for a full service wash and $5 will be donated to San Joaquin Yacht Club 2018 Meals on Wheels Fundraiser. For more information, contact mowgolfsjyc@gmail.com or Pinky’s Klassy Kar Wash at 925-779-9274.

Ancient Languages, History and Culture of the Bible Class

To learn about the ancient languages, history and culture of the Bible, come to the class held at the Raley’s community room, 2400 Sand Creek Road, starting at 7 p.m., every Wednesday.

For more information, contact Janelle Larsen at 209-642-0278.

The Knightsen 4-H’ers Comfort Pack Project

The Knightsen 4-H’ers have created the comfort pack project for children. Donations can be dropped off at the Brentwood Press office, 248 Oak St., Brentwood, or at Black Bear Diner, 3201 Main St., Oakley. Supplies will be collected through June.

Soroptimist International of Antioch meeting

The Soroptomist International of Antioch will be meeting on the first Wednesday of the month, at 6 p.m., and the second, third and fourth Wednesday at noon, at the Lone Tree Golf and Event Center, 4800 Golf Course Road, Antioch. For more information, contact Mary Ann Redden at 925-757-5605 or visit www.si-antioch.org.

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eal estate’s hottest season is in full swing and local experts are predicting the

market will stay hot through the summer.

If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, local experts have shared trends that can help you prepare for your transaction.

The first trend should have East County homebuyers keeping their eyes peeled and ready to move quickly.

“Homes are selling at a faster pace than compared with this time last year,” said Craig Sasville, broker and owner of Sasville Properties.

This gives sellers more negotiating power, as they typically have multiple offers and can choose a buyer who not only has the strongest offer but also agrees to a time line that works best for them. Unfortunately, this isn’t great news for buyers, who have to compete with other offers.

The trend of homes selling at a faster rate might be linked to the decrease of home inventory available.

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Properties market trends, active listings are down 20 percent from a year ago,” said Donna Boland, broker associate at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties. “In addition, from the month of April to May 2018, there has been no change. This means buyers, who may have waited for the end of the school year to move, hoping for more homes to hit the market, may have a smaller selection to choose from.”

While houses in East County are flying off the market, home prices are on the rise.

“Home prices have risen,” said Boland. “According to Zillow, the average home value in Brentwood is $580,000, up 7.7 percent from last year and is expected to rise 11 percent within the next year.”

If you’re a seller, you will most likely make a nice profit. If you’re a buyer, finding a home that you can afford may be more challenging, and you might have to sacrifice some of the things you want in a house.

“Some buyers are forced out simply because they cannot compete or afford homes, because prices have increased,” said Sasville. “This is a more favorable situation for the seller, given they will have more offers to

The East County real estate market is robust and remains a desirable place to live in the Bay Area.

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choose from and most likely a higher price than they were originally asking for.”

Some of those who have been pushed out turn to options other than purchasing a home.

“The low inventory and upward pressure on prices, coupled with rising interest rates has forced many wouldbe buyers in the renter’s market,” said Sasville. “There is also a lack of inventory for available homes to rent, which has put upward pressure on the amount of rent a home can generate.”

The trends hitting the East County real estate market is prevalent through the Bay Area.

“The overall East Bay market is still

quite hot,” said Boland. “The closer you get to San Francisco and the Silicon Valley, the heat intensifies.”

According to Boland, the East County market is strong because it continues to be an attractive and affordable option, compared to many other Bay Area cities.

Not only that, it also has much to offer its residents including access to the Interstate 580 corridor, minutes away from the Delta waterways and now just minutes from BART and public transportation.

“The East County real estate market is robust and remains a desirable place to live in the Bay Area,” said Bolan. “With its close proximity to virtually every major urban workplace, we are centrally located and have so much to offer our residents.”

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties is located at 141 Sand Creek Road, Suite E. For more information, visit www. askdonna4ebproperty.com or call 925-323-7570.

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homeowners feel connected to their home, and which renovations are most increasing home value?

“Many remodel to be ready for a competitive market, and others are making their house a home that they will enjoy for many years to come,” said Rebeca De Leon, showroom manager and interior designer at Limitless Kitchen and Bath.

“There are options for everyone’s style. I say choose what goes well with the architecture and style of your home. Some people love modern design, while others are more traditional or want something in between the two – a ‘transitional style.’

Some trends right now are matte black and brushed gold finishes for your fixtures and handles. Encaustic tiles have made a big comeback.”

According to Gregg Cantor, CEO and president of Murray Lampert – a residential remodeling, renovation and construction company – smart kitchens are in high demand.

Technology plays a significant role in our everyday lives, with homeowners now seeking electronic products, known as smart home technology, in their kitchens. This can include appliance upgrades, phone-controlled lighting, smart refrigerators and more.

Cantor said industrial-style kitchens are a common remodeling trend, illustrated by “brick, dark-colored cabinets and trim, concrete countertops … (and) stainless steel appliances.”

He also expects bathrooms to take on this industrial style.

Exposed piping, brick and similar materials create a rustic look with imperfections that actually add to the elegance of the space. He emphasizes the popularity of gold-toned fixtures, which bring a traditional element to a modern room. Smart kitchens, gold-toned fixtures and industrial design impart the transitional style that De Leon describes.

“For remodelers with a smaller budget, paint makes a big difference and so does lighting,” said De Leon. “Upgrading to recessed LED lights or new lighting fixtures can change your entire room. If your cabinets are in good condition and solid wood, painting your cabinets is an option that will save you from buying new ones. New countertops ... can also really change the look of your kitchen or bath. New floors and a fresh coat of paint will help refresh the space.”

When working with clients, Limitless Kitchen and Bath takes part in a step-by-step process to ensure homeowners receive the desired result for their home.

“My job is to help them come up with a concept that works with their style and help them pick finishes and materials they like that work well together,” said De Leon. “If it is a kitchen, they will receive a quote and a rendering of what it will be like. For a bathroom, they receive a quote.”

If the customer agrees with their quote, the company moves forward with a contract and start date.

According to De Leon, their kitchen remodels typically range from $25,000 to $65,000, with bathroom remodels ranging $18,000 to $55,000. The project’s expense depends on the extent of the renovations.

Upgraded window coverings are also a popular choice.

“Shutters are classic and never go out of style,” said Matt Baker, owner of Contra Costa Blinds in Discovery Bay. “Gray tones are pretty on-trend, and motorization is very popular right now.”

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Kitchen remodels remain a popular trend and typically yield high returns.

To keep your East County home cooler year-round, Baker recommends cellular products, as they create a thicker barrier between the outside and inside of the home. He noted shutters also are efficient for this purpose.

“The price range for updating window coverings depends on the specific product and on the number of windows being updated,” said Baker. “You can cover a window with one product for $125 or with a different product for $1,500.”

More than anything, how you remodel your home comes down to personal preference.

“Sticking to your style and the style of your home will always be best,” said De Leon.

Limitless Kitchen and Bath is located at 1201 Auto Center Drive, in Antioch. For more information, call 925-2300556 or visit https://limitlesskb.com.

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fter you purchase a home, it’s vital to protect your investment.

Homeowners insurance gives you peace of mind and protects your investment by covering damage to the property and liability risks and can protect you against legal claims.

While there are different types of policies available, not all policies are created equal.

Local real estate experts have advice on what you need and what to look for in a policy and why homeowners insurance is so important.

“Not only does homeowners insurance cover the home, it provides coverage for other structures on your property, such as fences, decks and sheds,” said Emily Slatten, owner of East County Insurance Company.

“It also covers your contents and your personal property. If you or a family member are found legally responsible for accidentally damaging someone else’s property or injuring someone, the liability coverage may pay for related repairs, legal fees or medical bills.”

According to Slatten, homeowners insurance can also help pay for medical bills if someone is injured at your home.

When choosing an insurance policy, it’s important to know what’s covered in a basic policy and what options you should consider adding in.

“The basic coverage policy is still very comprehensive, providing coverage for many types of perils,” said Jerry Stone, co-owner of Jack Stone Insurance Agency.

A basic policy provides special limits of personal property, so someone who owns items that exceed the limit specified can buy back increased limits at a small additional cost.

Slatten recommends flood and earthquake coverage for East County homeowners.

“Floods can come not just from a rising river but any water coming into your home,” said Slatten.

“An example may be if the fire hydrant out front is hit by a car and broken off, causing it to send water gushing into your home.”

Earthquake coverage is also important.

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“We’re in earthquake country, and basic homeowners insurance does not cover damage from an earthquake,” said Slatten.

Besides choosing a policy that fits your unique needs, homeowners must choose a deductible, which can impact the cost of their overall policy.

“The higher the deductible the lower the premium,” said Sherry Stone-Johnson, co-owner of Jack Stone Insurance Agency.

“Select a deductible that is financially comfortable to you, and do not select a deductible that is too much for you to afford as an out-ofpocket expense.”

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homeowner can do is read their policy.

“I don’t think many people read their policy,” said Slatten. “It’s best to know what you have coverage for before you suffer a loss.”

Every few years, homeowners should review their policy and complete a home inventory, so they can identify what is missing in the event they have to file a claim.

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Jack Stone Insurance Agency is located at 144 Continente Ave., Suite 210, in Brentwood. For more information, visit www.jackstoneinsurance.com or call 925-516-7934.

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Tips for first-time buyers

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uying a home can be stressful, especially for firsttime homebuyers.

Not only is it one of the biggest investments of your life, but the process itself can also be complicated for those who don’t know the ins and outs of real estate. Local real estate experts have some tips to help you navigate your first home-buying journey.

Before you can buy a home, you must save money for a down payment.

While it’s common to put 20 percent down, some lenders require much less and there are first-time homebuyer programs that allow as little as 3 percent down.

“The best loan programs and interest rates require 20 percent down, so the more you can save – and the sooner you can – the better,” said Tom Schieber, broker associate at J. Rockcliff Realtors.

According to Schieber, most firsttime homebuyers don’t have that amount available, so they look at other options.

“FHA loans require only 3.5 percent down with decent credit and are probably the most popular option for first-time buyers in our market,” said Schieber.

Once you have secured a down

payment, it’s important to decide how much you can afford and check your credit. Online home affordability calculators can help you determine what’s within your price range. Cleaning up your credit will help you secure a lower interest rate on your loan.

“The first thing you should do is obtain a copy of your credit report,” said Jim Graydon, broker and owner of All Phase Brokers. “Look through your credit history and find any unpaid or delinquent accounts and bring them to current.”

Graydon also recommends that firsttime homebuyers take care of all liens or judgments by paying them down to a zero balance and making sure that all credit card balances are under 30 percent of their high balance limit.

After you have determined how much you can afford while taking all factors into consideration, it’s a great time to start your home search. Before you search, first-time homebuyers should be prepared to compromise.

“First-time buyers should not try to buy their forever home the first time out,” said Schieber. “Buy what you can afford. Get into the market. Focus on a location or a neighborhood you feel good about.” see Buyers page 10B

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I pride myself on my integrity and strong work ethic. My experience in both residential and commercial Real Estate gives me an edge in helping my clients fulfill their financial goals and help make their dreams come true.

My passion for Real Estate started in college where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Real Estate. I took time off to raise my family and now have my career back at the forefront of my life.

Education is very important to me and I continually look for new ways to bring value to my clients.

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The New Reverse Mortgage – what’s so “new”?

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ast year HUD made significant changes to the

option(s) given what you are wanting a reverse mortgage to accomplish for you?

FHA insured reverse mortgage, commonly

The other exciting change to the reverse mortgage industry is the Jumbo Reverse Mortgage. While this program is not brand new, it has expanded the offerings making it much more attractive to potential borrowers. The percentage of the value of your home that can be borrowed has increased and interest rates have decreased making it very competitive for higher end homes. We are expecting additional “proprietary” products to come on the market over the next several months. “Proprietary” simply meaning that they are not FHA insured loans but rather products offered by reverse mortgage companies. As of now, these programs all offer the same protections as the FHA program.

There is no personal liability to you or to your heirs and you are provided a substantial amount of time to repay the loan in the event that you need to move into a different living environment, or the last borrower has passed away. Under these programs you are still responsible for your property taxes, insurance, and HOA dues, if any.

referred to as a HECM. The changes were

controversial to say the least. The three major changes were a reduction in the percentage of the value that can be borrowed; an overall increase in the cost to most clients; and a reduction in the on-going cost of the loan. Is this good, bad, who cares? I think it is a bit of each.

There was frustration on just about everyone’s part because there was very little notice. We spent five weeks trying to get everyone in under the wire and it was extremely chaotic. So after the dust settled and we were now operating under the new guidelines the difficulty was in trying to explain to people why they could borrow less money today (after October 2, 2017) than they could previously. There were some difficult conversations especially for those who really needed every dime of the previous loan limits to be able to pay off their current mortgage.

Fast forward to today. Now that I have eight months under my belt with the new loan limits I have realized that the changes are really very positive. The changes allow for much greater equity preservation. For the last ten years the most often heard objections I were: • What if I need money to pay for health care later in life?

• Will there be anything left to leave to my kids?

The New Reverse Mortgage addresses both of those questions with the new math. I would like to believe that HUD listened. They heard the concerns of seniors and part of the restructuring of the product was designed to address those concerns.

As we grow older and we contemplate the changes that may come into our lives we have to consider the possibility that we may require, or desire, a move. That move may be medically necessary or it may be an exciting decision to move to a retirement community where you have less to worry about. Maybe a community that provides meals and house cleaning will better suit your lifestyle; or a place that has activities, parties, and group outings will be fun. I know at some point I am going to love a place where I can enjoy the gardens without having to pull the weeds and where I can pick the tomatoes without having to till the soil in the spring.

You may not decide to move into a community but rather to downsize to a one story home, or a condo or townhouse. You may decide to move out of state to be closer to the grandkids. The key is that equity preservation can provide the flexibility to enjoy your time now and to still be able to make different decisions later.

Under the “old reverse mortgage” it was conceivable that you could run out of equity. While it would depend on how you took the money, the point is that it was a possibility.

That was a big deterrent for a lot of seniors because there are clearly circumstances that are impossible to foresee.

I talk to people every day who say “I thought when we retired we would slow down, stay home more, spend a lot less money than we did during our working years”.

In fact, what they find is that they have time to do all the things they wanted to do ‘when they had time’.

Whether that is travel, golf, fine wine, a motorhome, or new hobbies they decide to take up, they want to enjoy

Beth Miller-Rowe has been in the mortgage industry for 36 years specializing in reverse mortgages for the past 10 years. Beth has degrees in economics and business administration. retirement. Certainly there may come a time when we slow down but not when we are enjoying the initial excitement of all the free time we want!!

Barring any economic calamity the likes of which we saw in 2008 – 2012, the New Reverse Mortgage will allow you greater equity preservation even while not having to make a mortgage payment. You are still responsible for your taxes, insurance, and HOA dues, if any, just like under the “old reverse mortgage”.

The concept of retaining equity while accessing equity seems to be a contradiction. While it cannot be guaranteed because it is dependent on a very conservative appreciation rate, the numbers speak for themselves. The amortization schedule shows you in black and white that even though your loan balance is increasing, your equity is as well.

While some people owe very little or nothing on their homes, there are also many senior who will use a reverse mortgage to pay off a current mortgage. Yes, you can do that. There seems to be on going confusion about the reverse mortgage program. Some people think that they have to own their home with no current mortgage, while others think that you have to have a mortgage to pay off in order to qualify for the program.

If a reverse mortgage sounds like something that you would like to learn more about, give me a call today. Let’s schedule a time for me to come to your home and explain the program, the process, and the costs. Let’s review your goals and what you hope a reverse mortgage will accomplish as relates to those goals.

I am very low key. No pressure and no obligation. I review all the information and then leave it with you to read, discuss with friends/family, and decide if it may help you to attain your retirement goals. If you think it might work well for you, give me a call and we will decide how best to move forward.

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There are several ways to access your equity through a reverse mortgage: 1. Use the funds to pay off a current mortgage, thereby eliminating your current principal and interest payment.

If there are additional funds above and beyond the pay off those are available to you in a variety of ways.

2. Set up a monthly income stream 3. Set up a line of credit to draw from as needed 4. Take a lump sum of cash to use for a specific purpose or project such as home improvement/accessibility, travel, car replacement or the like.

5. Or, a combination of several of these options.

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Each of these equity access methods provides benefits depending on your personal goals. This is what we will discuss when I come to your home. What might be the best

*Reverse mortgages are loans offered to homeowners who are 62 or older who have equity in their homes. The loan programs allow borrowers to defer payment on the loans until they pass away, sell the home, or move out.

Homeowners, however, remain responsible for the payment of taxes, insurance, maintenance, and other items. Nonpayment of these items can lead to a default under the loan terms and ultimate loss of the home. FHA insured reverse mortgages have an up front and ongoing cost; ask your loan officer for details. These materials are not from, nor approved by HUD, FHA, or any governing agency. **American Pacific Mortgage Corporation is not financial service company or licensed tax advisors; the material provided is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, tax and/or mortgage advice. Although the material is deemed to be accurate and reliable, there is no guarantee it is without errors. We are not financial or tax advisors, please contact your financial professional for your personal financial situation.

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he decision to downsize a home is often bittersweet. Many couples who downsize their homes do so after raising a family. A home

might be filled with memories, but downsizing helps couples save more money, and that financial flexibility often allows them to more fully enjoy retirement.

In spite of the financial impact of downsizing a home, there’s more than just money at stake for homeowners thinking of downsizing. The following are a handful of factors homeowners should consider before downsizing to a smaller home.

Real estate market The real estate market can be a seller’s friend or foe.

Many sellers have a sale price in mind when they decide to sell their home, but the real estate market can be fickle. Homeowners should do research before putting their home up for sale. Will the current market make it easier for you to get the most for your home, or will you have to settle for less than you prefer? How fast are similar homes in your area selling?

When studying the real estate market, it’s also a good idea to study the market for smaller homes. If you plan on moving into a condominium, but the market is not flush with properties, you might end up paying more than you want to for your new home, which might negate the savings you can expect from downsizing.

Furniture When downsizing to a smaller home, many couples realize their current furniture is unlikely to fit into a smaller home.

That means couples will have to sell or donate their

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Older couples must consider a host of factors before deciding to downsize their homes. current furniture and then buy all new items for their new home. If it’s been a while since you purchased new furniture, you might be in for some sticker shock on your first visit to the furniture store.

Another thing to consider regarding your furniture is which items you simply can’t live without. An antique dinner table might have been the centerpiece for your family holidays over the last several decades, but there’s no guarantee it will fit into your smaller home. You may want to pass this down to your son or daughter, but that’s only possible if he or she has the room for it.

Before deciding to downsize, consider your attachment to certain items that you may or may not be able to

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take with you to your new home and the emotional toll selling such items might take if you’re left with no other options.

Proximity to family When downsizing to a smaller home, many couples move out of the suburbs and into cities or towns with more ready access to culture and restaurants.

While that accessibility is great, grandparents may find it comes at the cost of less time with their grandchildren. That’s a steep price to pay for doting grandparents, and it may also impact your children if they frequently rely on Grandma and Grandpa for babysitting.

Before downsizing, consider if you’re willing to move farther away from your family. If not, you likely can still find a smaller home in close proximity to your current home and any nearby family members.

Medical care Many older people must also consider the effect moving may have on their medical care.

Downsizing to a home in the country may make it harder to maintain contact with your current physician, and rural areas typically have fewer medical practitioners than more densely populated towns and cities. In addition, if you have been visiting the same physician for years, you may not want to move and have to start all over again with a physician who is unfamiliar with your medical history. Consider how much maintaining your existing relationship with your physician means to you and if your next home will provide the kind of access to medical care you’re likely to need.

Downsizing a home is not just about moving into a smaller property. To ensure you’re making the right decision, many factors must be considered before downsizing.

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According to Schieber, first-time buyers may miss out on a good home if they’re looking for a perfect house.

“You don’t have to jump at the first thing you see or buy a total fixer, but have realistic expectations,” said Schieber.

Buyers should also consider whether they want to move into a single-family home, condo or townhouse.

“Those who are single or have a small family find condos appealing for many reasons,” said Graydon. “They are in many cases neat, clean and well maintained by the HOA and may feature swimming pools, tennis courts and gyms.”

Graydon recommends that homeowners also make sure the benefits of a condo outweigh the risks by evaluating fees associated with the HOA as well as any penalties for breaking HOA policies.

When you’ve browsed houses and are ready to attend your first open house, bring a list of questions or a checklist of things for you to research. Finding out when the house was built and when the roof, furnace, air conditioner and water heater were last repaired or replaced will give you an idea of possible expenses that might arise down the road.

Open houses are also a great chance to scout the neighborhood. Check for traffic and noise, including from the neighbors next door.

The best loan programs and interest rates require 20 percent down, so the more you can save – and the sooner you can – the better.

– Tom Schieber, broker associate, J. Rockcliff realtors The final piece of advice for first-time homebuyers is to make sure you have a good real estate agent who will walk you through every step of the process and negotiate with sellers to make a strong offer on your first home.

J. Rockcliff Realtors is located at 3860 Balfour Road, Suite B, in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-487-3172 or visit www.tomschieber. com.

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narrow, dark rings. Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences notes that removing dew that collects on grass leaves each morning, which can be accomplished by mowing or dragging a water hose across affected areas, can be an effective way to reduce brown patch. Homeowners without much lawn care experience can consult professional landscapers to address the issue. But those looking to sell their properties should note that buyers often walk the grounds of homes they are considering buying. So addressing any issues on the lawn should be a priority for sellers.

makes sense in today’s real estate market, as many people do their

own searching via websites such as Trulia or Zillow.

When browsing, buyers will likely be less inclined to click on a listing if exterior photos of the property are not eye-catching. An added benefit to focusing on landscaping to improve curb appeal is it promotes time spent outdoors in spring and summer. In addition, many lawn and garden home-improvement projects need not require professional expertise.

3. Confine dogs to certain areas.

1. Maintain a lush, green lawn.

Lawns that fall into disrepair may not give buyers a correct impression about how homeowners maintained their homes. Lawns with multiple dead spots and grass that appears more brown than green may lead many buyers to assume that the home’s interior was neglected as well. Maintaining lush green lawns is not as difficult as it may seem. Applying fertilizer and aerating at the appropriate times of year can promote strong roots and healthy soil, making it easier for grass

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Real estate professionals often cite improving curb appeal as an excellent way to attract prospective buyers and potentially get the asking price or more when selling the home. to survive harsh conditions like drought.

During the summer months, water early in the morning or evening so little is lost to evaporation.

2. Address brown patch.

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Dog owners may want to let their pets roam free in their yards, but homeowners about to put their properties up for sale may want to confine their four-legged friends to certain areas. That’s because dog urine can be high in nitrogen. Nitrogen itself is not harmful to lawns, but in high concentrations it can contribute to yellow or brown spots. Also, highly acidic dog urine may even adversely affect pH levels in the soil.

Curb appeal can go a long way toward helping homeowners sell their homes, and a lush lawn can be used to catch the eye of prospective buyers.

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Tips for first-time real estate investors

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… investing in real estate can be risky, and it’s important that firsttime investors consider a host of factors before deciding to delve into the market.

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financial future.

According to Investopedia, average 20-year returns in commercial real estate hover around 9.5 percent, while residential and diversified real estate average returns of 10.6 percent. Such figures may seem too good to ignore for many prospective real estate investors, but investing in real estate can be risky, and it’s important that first-time investors consider a host of factors before deciding to delve into the market.

Current finances

Real estate can potentially yield big returns, but these may only materialize after investors spend ample amounts of money refurbishing or even maintaining their investment properties. Prospective investors without the capital on hand to finance repairs or routine maintenance may find it difficult to make their properties appealing to potential tenants, which can make it harder to meet mortgage payments. Prospective investors who already have sizable debts, be it consumer debt or existing mortgage payments, may want to pay down those debts before investing in real estate.

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Investing in real estate can yield big returns, but first-time investors should know such investments are vastly different than investing in a home for oneself.

Down payments

According to Wells Fargo, mortgage insurance does not cover investment property, and loans typically require a minimum down payment of 20 percent of the value of the property. So prospective investors cannot count on mortgage insurance to finance their investments in real estate. Investors should not just make sure they can meet that 20 percent

requirement but also ensure they have enough capital left after making their down payments to address any repairs that need to be made. If not, they might have trouble attracting renters willing to pay enough in rent.

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Prospective real estate investors may be surprised to learn that investment property loans are often subject to higher interest rates

than those for homebuyers borrowing to purchase a primary residence, according to Quicken Loans. Investors should not count on getting the same or better interest rates for their investment properties that they did when buying the homes they currently live in.

Financial reserves

Some lenders may require prospective investors have sizable financial reserves before they will lend them money to invest in real estate. Some may require borrowers have several months worth of reserves to finance both their personal lives and their investments.

If a 20 percent down payment would make that impossible, then prospective investors may want to wait a little longer to invest and save more money until their financial reserves would prove more acceptable to lenders.

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If time is of the essence, these weekend or one-day projects may satisfy homeowners’ desires to fix up their homes. inside and outside. Paint the front door a different color so it pops from the curb.

Install a new mailbox or decorative house numbers. A new welcome mat can change the look as well. Inside, consider laying a new floor. Resilient vinyl tiles come in many different patterns and can mimic the look of wood, travertine or marble. Installing a floor can take a day or two. ♦♦ Install a new faucet. Instantly improve a kitchen or a bathroom with new fixtures.

New faucets can provide aesthetic appeal and low-flow faucets can help conserve water. ♦♦ Create a gallery on the staircase.

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Life is good for the Graydons who spend much of their spare time serving the community. Graydon is a new member of the Brentwood Rotary, and the family participates at Golden Hills Church where his daughter was recently a camp counselor at a church youth camp. Time with the family also includes trips in their camper to the beach for weekend getaways.

According to Graydon, the current real estate market can be challenging for the buyer.

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