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Big-box retailer Costco has submitted a planning application for a Costco wholesale warehouse and fuel facility just south of Lone Tree Plaza Drive in Brentwood. The initial plans call for a 152,000-square-foot, members-only Costco warehouse and separate fuel station — with room for 32 vehicles to fuel up at a time and up to 40 to wait in line — on the currently undeveloped property within the Lone Tree Plaza shopping center in west Brentwood, near the Antioch-Brentwood city limits.
A Costco corporate communications representative, who asked not to be identified, declined comment on the possible project, citing a company policy not to comment on new locations until they are close to opening. Costco currently operates 828 waresee Costco page 22A
”Disheartened, angry, upset, violated” Stolen catalytic converters can fetch big money for thieves by Sean Tongson Correspondent
REGIONAL Brentwood resident Dean Javier walked out to his 1992 Toyota pickup truck recently after finishing up his shift at work like any other normal day. But upon starting
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REGIONAL “Sorry – I just got back from substitute teaching and custodian work,” began an email from Dana Eaton, Superintendent of Brentwood Union School District, about the impact COVID-19 has had on attendance as students and staff returned to campus. Although the online COVID tracking dashboards provided by Brentwood Union School District, Liberty Union High School District, and Oakley Union Elementary School District report low numbers of positive cases in schools, the dashboards do not tell the full story. According to Eaton, the low number of positive cases only reflects students who arrived on campus and then tested positive. Students who may have tested positive over winter break and stayed home from school would not be part of the statistics. The state does not require those numbers to be reported, according to Eaton, who added that the district is following county health guidelines for keeping children safe and in school. Prior to the end of winter break, each district held a distribution event for at-home test kits in an effort to keep students home who would otherwise have tested positive at school and risked spreading COVID. Brentwood Union School District gave out 9,000 tests, according to Eaton, while other district officials reported giving out thousands of kits as well. Oakley Union Elementary School District and Liberty Union see Cases page 22A
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BRENTWOOD Costco may soon be coming to Brentwood. The big-box retailer submitted a planning application to the city last week for a Costco wholesale warehouse and fuel facility just south of Lone Tree Plaza Drive, near Kohl’s and Home Depot. Brentwood City Manager Tim Ogden said if the planning commission and City Council approve the project, it could open as soon as summer 2023. “We have worked with them for years to land in Brentwood, and are excited to have the jobs and sales tax they’ll provide the city,” said Ogden, adding that ‘it’s too early to tell’ how much sales tax revenue would come from the store.
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Dispute continues over controversial Discovery Bay intersection Residents want ‘unsightly’ delineators removed by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent
DISCOVERY BAY Approximately 200 Discovery Bay residents attended the town’s Community Services District board meeting last week to make their position clear on the 44 delineators at the intersection of Highway 4 and Discovery Bay Boulevard: they would like the delineators removed. Led by Discovery Bay resident Frank Morgan, the crowd attended the meeting to peacefully and firmly let the board know they would like Caltrans to move forward with the plan it presented at a December meeting. The plan would remove the delineators on westbound Highway 4, and convert the current ‘right turn only’ lane east of the intersection to allow both through traffic and right turns. Morgan has dubbed the movement “We the People.” “Tonight, I come before the board once again to support the original Caltrans ‘Proposed Striping Design Plan’ that was discussed at the Dec. 15 board meeting,” Morgan said during the public comment period, noting he was joined by more than 200 of his neighbors. “‘We The People’ of Discovery Bay gathered
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Discovery Bay residents swarmed the town’s board meeting last week to encourage officials to remove delineators at the intersection of Highway 4 and Discovery Bay Boulevard. on this cold Wednesday night to let the Board know that we all support the original Caltrans Plan.” Though only Morgan addressed the board, he said he spoke for the entire group. Each person held a bright orange stick – designed to look like a delineator – to show their support for this idea and sway the board to vote for the Caltrans
plan as soon as possible. Morgan and the other members of “We the People” object to the delineators as unsightly at what is considered the main entrance to the town, and because they are confusing – there have been many reported instances of drivers turning left onto Discovery Bay Boulevard from Highway 4 into the wrong lane.
During the meeting, a Caltrans representative phoned in to discuss various options with the board, but in the end, nothing was decided. Concerns were raised that eliminating all the current traffic safety measures could revert the intersection back to the issues that prompted their installation in the first place: complaints from residents that cars headed west on Highway 4 used the right-turn lane as a passing lane. These speeding vehicles endangered anyone turning right onto Highway 4 from Discovery Bay Boulevard. The delineators were initially put in place to block through access to the intersection from the westbound, right-turn lane on Highway 4. “The town is looking forward to hearing how Caltrans addresses the issues with regards to traffic congestion and safety for the town, and whether there are any other options available,” said Community Services District board President Kevin Graves. “The board was happy to see the attention given to this issue by some of the citizens of Discovery Bay. We heard their concerns and desires and are looking forward to getting a response from Caltrans.” Discovery Bay General Manager Dina Breitstein said there wasn’t anything more to add now. “The next step is to have the board questions answered by Caltrans,” she said. “The board is still considering the issue.” For more information on the CSD, agendas or meetings, visit www.todb.ca.gov.
A safer road in Oakley Oakley’s Laurel Road construction project between Empire Avenue and O’Hara Avenue recently wrapped up. The new paving surface provides structural support for future traffic volumes, and the new striping ensures a safer roadway, providing a buffer zone and raised markers between the travel lane and the bike lane. Sections of the bike lanes approaching intersections are painted green to bring awareness where bicycle and vehicle paths may cross, city officials said. “ Laurel Road was in poor condition, and this project was a much needed improvement to this corridor, which will benefit the community by providing a safer roadway for the traveling public,” the city said in a statement. Photo courtesy of City of Oakley
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Check out Betty’s Buns Expanded baking business on the rise by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent
Betty’s Buns – home of housemade cinnamon rolls – is growing in popularity in East County, and owner Carol Carey is working hard to keep up with rising demand. In the past year, Carey added some commercial baking devices to her tool belt, and most recently, began trotting her treats out to the public in her new food truck. “We are still easing into the food truck because we are new to it,” Carey said. “We are seeing where we are busiest, but everywhere we’ve been has been busy. Basically, six days a week, we are open for hire or events around town. We don’t really have a hard schedule right now, we are just testing the waters to see where the best turn-out is and what days are best for us as well.” Fans of Betty’s Buns can find the truck’s location each day on Facebook and Instagram. The truck is actually a converted horse trailer Carey found in Stockton last year. She said the trailer reminded her of her Tennessee roots, so she purchased it and began slowly mak-
ing the renovations with her husband. “I didn’t want a big stainless steel box that didn’t have personality,” Carey said. “So that’s why we got an old horse trailer. It had the stalls and everything, so we had to tear everything out and start from scratch.” Though Carey’s husband is a general contractor, she said remodeling the trailer – from leveling the floor to ensuring everything was to code – was an interesting journey. It took most of 2021, but the couple said they did the work themselves and enjoyed the task. Carey debuted the trailer – affectionately dubbed “the bun mobile” by her family – in December at the Tunnels of Joy fundraiser in Brentwood. The vintage trailer is fully decorated outside, complete with a caricature of Carey’s mom, Betty, for whom the business is named. “I always said if I did this, I would name it ‘Betty’s Buns’ and have a picture of her with cinnamon rolls as her bottom, and she thought that was cute,” Carey said. “My son has a friend who’s an artist, so he did a caricature of her and it looks just like her when she was younger . . . that’s where we got the slogan, ‘best buns around.’” Betty passed away last year and was never able to see the drawing, though she did see the founding of her namesake business. Carey has been selling her buns for
three years, and she said her orders have outgrown her own kitchen. She now gets up at 3 a.m. with her son, Chase Carey, to bake at Tess’ Community Kitchen, then heads out to a local farmers market with the truck. “I have enjoyed baking with my mom,” Chase said. “I’m getting to the point where I think I can work different days than her, she can do two days and I will do three or four.” Chase graduated from Sonoma State University in December. He has been part of the business from its inception, selling and delivering the buns during the COVID-19 pandemic, but now is taking on a more involved role. He said he likes being part of a family business and keeping his grandmother’s spirit alive. “What made me want to pursue this was just the connection it had with my grandma and what it means to my mom to continue her legacy,” Chase said. “It really hits close to home, and I enjoy sharing the story with everyone who asks. I have a picture in the back of the trailer of my mom and grandma, and I tell the story and it’s just good food and a good message, with lots of love.” For more information on Betty’s Photo courtesy of Betty’s Buns Buns, call 925-766-0562, visit www.bettysbuns.com, check out their Facebook Betty’s Buns, which offers homemade cinnamon page at https://bit.ly/3KL0bLa or follow rolls, is ramping up its business with a new them on Instagram @bettysbunsco. food truck.
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Burgis replaced as leader of county supervisors Board swears in new chairperson in rotating procedural move The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors held a swearing-in ceremony for Supervisor Karen Mitchoff as board chairperson and Supervisor Federal Glover as vice chairperson at its Jan. 11 board meeting. Mitchoff, who began her public service in 1981 and has served Contra Costa County as an elected Supervisor since January 2011, takes the leadership role from outgoing chairperson, Supervisor Diane Burgis of District 3, which covers East County. Mitchoff expressed her thanks to Burgis as well as her readiness to tackle the county’s issues. “I thank Supervisor Burgis for her dedication to keeping the county going strong and moving forward while addressing the impacts of COVID-19 on our communities,” Mitchoff said. “As chair, I intend to work with my colleagues to support public health measures that protect lives and keep our workers and residents healthy and safe, support and push for the
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Glover is serving his sixth term. They will lead the five-member elected body that sets the direction of county government and oversees its $4 billion budget to serve this large and diverse East Bay county. For more information about Contra Costa County and its Board of Supervisors, visit the County’s website at www. contracosta.ca.gov or the webpage: https:// www.contracosta.ca.gov/7283/Board-ofSupervisors.
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ANTIOCH A man was pronounced dead on the scene after police responded to calls of gunshots fired in the area of 2958 Delta Fair Blvd. on Jan. 24. The calls came in beginning at 2:16 p.m., according to an Antioch police press release, with police arriving on the scene at 2:19 p.m. The calls indicated that a man who had seemingly been shot was lying in the parking lot of Wine & Liquor and that an unidentified vehicle had left the scene. When police arrived on the scene, they discovered an “unresponsive” Black
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The short list of the major factors that impact our real estate market is household income, mortgage rates and household formation. One common definition of a “household” is that a household consists of all people who occupy a housing unit regardless of relationship. All of the following would be considered one household: A nuclear family of four, a single person living alone, or a single adult living with their parents. Prior to COVID, many people were sharing a dwelling to save money due to high rents. So a rental dwelling occupied by five unrelated adults was also considered one household. With the recent increase in the number of people working from home, and some of them far away from their “office,” we are seeing a big increase in household formation. This means that the number of households is rising. Take the example above of five unrelated adults in one rental unit. Let’s say that all five of them move out to get a place of their own, either renting or buying. They may want their own place for any number
Incumbent Frazier left office Dec. 31 The special election process to fill the vacated California Assembly District 11 seat, formerly held by Jim Frazier, ramped up this week as nomination papers were made available on Jan. 25 for candidates running for office. The filing period runs through Feb. 10 at 5 p.m. Frazier, who represented more than 500,000 residents of District 11 — an area that covers parts of Contra Costa, Sacramento and Solano counties and includes Antioch, Brentwood, Byron, Discovery Bay, Knightsen and Oakley — left office on Dec. 31, citing a desire to catch up with family and friends. Papers for the Assembly Office are available at the Contra Costa Elections Office, 555 Escobar Street, Martinez. “This special election was just announced by the governor earlier this
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Local women celebrate turning 100 Velma “Skip” Bartholomew and Constance “Connie” Daniels-Idle are new centenarians Each birthday is a blessing, and more so if you are a centenarian. Brentwood residents Velma “Skip” Bartholomew and Constance “Connie” Daniels-Idle were respectively celebrated as “queen for their day” by family members and their adoptive family members at Westmont of Brentwood senior living community. Skip was born in 1921 on a working farm in the village of Black Earth, Dane County Wisconsin. She fell in love with her first sweetheart Bart Bartholomew but soon after he left to serve in World War II. After he returned, the couple moved to Texas and then chose to settle in Concord, California where they owned several bars and restaurants. After her husband’s passing, she continued to live independently until moving into Westmont of Brentwood in October 2013. “I am grateful to have a roof over my head, a bed to sleep in, and people who care for me,” Skip said. The community held a birthday party for residents and the City of Brentwood Mayor Joel Bryant stopped by and presented Skip with a Certificate of Recognition. New centenarian Constance “Connie” Daniels-Idle celebrated her big day with her extended family of 28. Daniels-Idle’s 3 children, 6 grandchildren and 7 greatgrandchildren were among the invited. “We hosted the party at home because my mom was
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devoted to her family,” said her son, Charles Daniels. “She made sure that everyone was taken care of and that if she could, she would help in any way. So, it only seemed right that we honored her together.” Sandra Daniels added: “When Connie entertained, it was very elegant. She would bring out the fine china and silver. So, we brought out the silver service that included a hot chocolate carafe and the fine china with the roses pattern.” Connie was born in Oakland in 1921. She met her
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A suspicious person was reported on Village Drive when two individuals were caught on video trying to break into a vacant apartment. BRENTWOOD, January 20, 11:32 p.m. The following is a selection of recent law enforcement activity:
ANTIOCH January 19, 12:53 a.m. A case of business burglary was reported on the 1300 block of A Street. January 19, 9:18 a.m. A case of auto theft was reported on the 1500 block of W. 10th Street. January 19, 10:28 a.m. A case of auto theft was reported on the 400 block of Drake Street. January 19, 11:28 a.m. A case of petty theft resulting in auto burglary was reported on the 2300 block of Kendree Street. January 19, 12:59 p.m. A traffic accident with no injuries was reported at W. 9th Street and E Street. January 19, 2:07 p.m. A case of a family disturbance that resulted in assault was reported on the 700 block of Eagle Court. January 19, 3:43 p.m. A case of petty theft that resulted in grand theft was reported on the 4100 block of Lone Tree Way. January 19, 3:54 p.m. A restraining/ court order violation that resulted in a warrant arrest for an outside misdemeanor was reported on the 2800 block of Carob Street. January 19, 4:52 p.m. A silent alarm that resulted in a case of petty theft was reported on the 4600 block of Lone Tree Way. January 19, 5:20 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on the 4900 block of Slatten Ranch Road. January 19, 7:06 p.m. A case of battery and assault was reported on the 1000 block of H Street. January 19, 8:27 p.m. A verbal dispute that resulted in threats against a person was reported on the 4500 block of Sand Creek Road. January 20, 8:08 a.m. A traffic accident with no injuries was reported on the 1800 block of 10th Street. January 20, 10:17 a.m. A case of commercial burglary was reported on the 5700 block of Lone Tree Way. January 20, 12:02 p.m. A traffic collision that resulted in a drunk driving misdemeanor was reported on the 1200 block of Auto Center Drive. January 20, 12:47 p.m. A health and safety violation was reported on the 4700 block of Sterling Hill Drive. January 20, 2:00 p.m. A case of vandalism was reported on the 0 block of 18th Street. January 20, 2:22 p.m. A case of reckless driving was reported at Blythe Drive and James Donlon Boulevard. January 20, 5:14 p.m. A case of strong arm robbery was reported on the 4900 block of Slatten Ranch Road.
January 20, 8:17 p.m. A case of armed robbery was reported on the 2100 block of Somersville Road. January 20, 10:43 p.m. A case of auto theft was reported on the 3500 block of Swallow Way. January 20, 11:22 p.m. A fight that resulted in assault was reported on the 0 block of N. Lake Drive. January 21, 1:26 a.m. A case of commercial burglary was reported on the 5100 block of Lone Tree Way. January 21, 3:10 a.m. A case of trespassing was reported on the 2900 block of Canyon View Court. January 21, 9:25 a.m. A case of auto theft was reported on the 0 block of Marina Plaza. January 21, 9:48 a.m. A case of auto theft was reported on the 300 block of L Street. January 21, 1:05 p.m. A suspicious circumstance that resulted in a warrant arrest was reported on the 5700 block of Lone Tree Way. January 21, 2:42 p.m. A case of weapons violations was reported on the 2400 block of Sycamore Drive. January 21, 3:26 p.m. A case of battery and assault was reported on the 3700 block of Sunset Lane. January 21, 3:35 p.m. A health and safety violation was reported on the 4700 block of Lone Tree Way. January 21, 5:34 p.m. A case of armed robbery was reported on the 1700 block of A Street. January 21, 7:36 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on the 2600 block of Somersville Road. January 21, 8:11 p.m. A shooting at an occupied residence/vehicle that resulted in aggravated assault was reported on the 100 block of Shady Lane. January 21, 10:00 p.m. An extra patrol that resulted in a warrant arrest was reported on the 5700 block of Lone Tree Way. January 21, 10:22 p.m. A traffic stop that resulted in weapons violations was reported at W. Lake Drive and Alhambra Drive. January 22, 12:07 a.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on the 1000 block of Fitzuren Road. January 22, 12:39 a.m. A hit-and-run with no injuries that resulted in a traffic accident on private property was reported on the 600 block of W. 6th Street. January 22, 1:42 a.m. A case of stolen auto recovery was reported on the 2300 block of Wilber Lane. January 22, 8:43 a.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on the 2500 block of Whitetail Drive. January 22, 11:43 a.m. A case of petty theft was reported on the 1500 block of A Street. January 22, 12:19 p.m. A traffic stop
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BRENTWOOD January 18, 7:45 a.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on Anastasia Drive. January 18, 9:15 a.m. A case of forgery/ fraud was reported on Lone Tree Way. January 18, 9:34 a.m. A case of vehicle tampering was reported on Empire Avenue when an individual attempted to steal a vehicle and broke the ignition (among other items). January 18, 9:35 a.m. A case of grand theft was reported on Sand Creek Road. January 18, 11:22 a.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on Orfanos Ranch Drive and Michalia Lane. January 18, 2:55 p.m. A traffic accident with unknown injuries was reported on Lone Tree Way. January 18, 6:13 p.m. A harassment complaint was filed on Allbrook Court. January 18, 6:34 p.m. A traffic accident with unknown injuries was reported at Walnut Boulevard and Continente Avenue. January 18, 7:49 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Guthrie Lane. January 19, 9:00 a.m. A restraining/ court order violation was reported on Jacaranda Street. January 19, 9:11 a.m. A traffic accident with unknown injuries was reported on Lone Tree Way. January 19, 9:30 a.m. A case of vandalism was reported on City Park Way. January 19, 9:54 a.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. January 19, 10:02 a.m. A case of vehicular burglary was reported on Beatrice Court when several vehicles were broken into. January 19, 11:29 a.m. A case of vehicular burglary was reported on Piatta Court.
January 19, 2:42 p.m. A case of vandalism was reported on Birch Street. January 19, 5:05 p.m. A suspicious person was reported on Lone Tree Way. January 19, 5:51 p.m. A case of grand theft was reported on Balfour Road. January 19, 6:12 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. January 19, 11:29 p.m. A traffic accident with no injuries was reported on Minnesota Avenue. January 20, 12:43 a.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on Pippo Plaza. January 20, 2:25 a.m. A case of trespassing was reported on Lone Tree Way. January 20, 8:22 a.m. A case of vehicle theft was reported on Princess Way. January 20, 11:11 a.m. A case of property found was reported on Guthrie Lane. January 20, 12:23 p.m. A physical fight was reported on Ghiggeri Drive. January 20, 1:27 p.m. A case of grand theft was reported at Brentwood Boulevard and Lone Tree Way. January 20, 2:03 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Elk Creek Drive when an individual had $20 stolen from their unlocked vehicle. January 20, 3:34 p.m. A restraining/ court order violation was reported on Twilight court. January 20, 4:12 p.m. A case of grand theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. January 20, 5:15 p.m. A case of forgery/ fraud was reported on Cortona Way when an individual sent $31,000 to another person claiming to be from a Publishers Clearing House, and then sent another $15,000 through FedEx. January 20, 11:32 p.m. A suspicious person was reported on Village Drive when two individuals were caught on video trying to break into a vacant apartment. January 21, 8:28 a.m. A suspicious circumstance was reported on Second Street. January 21, 10:24 a.m. A traffic accident with unknown injuries was reported at Balfour Road and Brentwood Boulevard. January 21, 1:02 p.m. A case of forgery/ fraud was reported on Sand Creek Road when an individual left their phone and another person took it and hacked their bank accounts and other accounts. January 21, 2:50 p.m. A case of forgery/ fraud was reported on Muirwood Loop. January 21, 5:14 p.m. A case of vehicular burglary was reported on Brentwood Boulevard. January 21, 5:43 p.m. A case of a hitand-run with no injuries was reported on Cabada Drive. January 21, 8:17 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. January 21, 11:41 p.m. A case of assault with a deadly weapon was reported on Reserve Drive when an individual’s son was shot in the eye with an airsoft gun.
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Discovery Bay Sons in Retirement branch seeks additional members The Discovery Bay branch of the Sons in Retirement, which provides social activities for men over 50, is seeking new members. The group aims to improve the lives of its members through fun activities and events while making new friends for life. The Discovery Bay branch offers the following activities to its members: bowling, golf, pickle ball, bocce ball, wine tasting, bike riding, poker, tennis, an annual boat cruise and yearly car show. The Discovery Bay branch recently
elected Dennis Pachucki as “Big SIR” President for 2022. He has been a member for 11 years. He supports the organization because he and his significant other, Karen, participate in many of the activities, including bowling, golf, bocce and dinner with the ladies. “It is an honor to be elected to serve as Big SIR,” he said. “ I’ve made many new friends since joining and I think it is a great resource for men over 50. I’m proud of how (the organization) has
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County seeks civil grand jury applicants The Contra Costa County Superior Court is accepting applications for civil grand jury service for the fiscal year 2022-2023 term. The civil grand jury is made up of 19 members who serve for one year, July through June, to monitor, review and report on city and county governments, special districts and school districts. Seventy-five applicants will be selected to be interviewed by the grand jury selection committee, which is composed of Superior Court judges. After interviews, the judges will nominate 30 applicants to constitute a grand jury pool from which the final panel of 19 will be selected by random drawing. The drawing is on Friday, June 10. The application deadline is March 18.
Individuals selected for service will be expected to be available from June 13 to June 24 to attend an orientation where they will meet with department heads, become familiar with their colleagues, learn about juror responsibilities and procedures, and select committees on which they will serve. Grand jurors must be a United States citizen, 18 years of age or older, who have been a resident of Contra Costa County for at least one year prior to selection. They cannot currently hold any elected position within the county. Applicants should have reliable transportation to Martinez, and must be prepared to devote at least 30 hours per week to civil grand jury service. Applicants should have access to a computer,
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July 17, 1935 – November 27, 2021 Norma Jean was a child of the Great Depression. She was born July 17, 1935 in Los Banos, California, to Genevieve Philomena Fraga and Albert David Silva. Her parents divorced when she was a child. For most of her early childhood, she lived in Los Banos, California with her mother, grandmother (Caroline Fraga), and her sister, Ramona. Around 1941, she and her family moved to Brentwood, a farming community in the Delta. There, her mother met and married Raymond Preston and later had Norma’s sister, Kathy. Norma was raised by her mother and stepfather in Brentwood where she attended school and graduated from Liberty Union High School in 1953. In her senior year of high school, Norma married Harry Abreu after a whirlwind romance. They settled in Brentwood and had two children, Doreen and Kim. Norma was a meticulous homemaker and devoted mother. She enjoyed camping, boating and waterskiing with her family and friends. After her divorce from Harry in 1973, Norma eventually moved to South San Francisco where she worked as a waitress putting herself through secretary school. She then worked as a secretary for several years at a collection agency. While in South San Francisco, she met William (Bill) Loughner whom she married in 1990. Norma and Bill
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Brentwood Leadership Roundtable mourns loss of Don Huntington
Editor: On behalf of the Brentwood Leadership Roundtable, we wish to honor the life’s work and memory of Don Huntington, a beloved community member and co-founder of 110° Magazine in 2003. The former pastor and missionary died this month of COVID-19 pneumonia at age 78. Known for his warm hugs and wisdom, Huntington, a ghostwriter of books and articles, was a 25-year East County resident and served the Rotary Club of Brentwood for 16 years. He left an enduring mark on the community he loved. “Don always greeted me with a smile and some sort of new exciting news about Brentwood. He always wanted to know what I was up to and how he could help,” Indrani Golden said of His Presence Christian Worship Center Brentwood. “He will be so missed in the community and by the
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Golden Family. Our condolences to the family.” Huntington, a native of Erie, Pennsylvania, loved people and was a role model through his kindness and gift for words. He wrote a well-read BACK PAGE - “I was just thinking” - for 110° Magazine, a publication he co-owned until 2007 and was editor of until 2020. He ghostwrote 25 books, including ones for cowboy legend Jack Roddy and community leader John Slatten.
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Don was also a member of a local chorus and two churches. “He always had a twinkle in his eye and an infectious optimism. He will be missed dearly,” said Matt Schwab, president of Working Wonders. “He wrote a beautiful feature story about our nonprofit.” Don was known to greet everyone in the Rotary with a heartfelt hug. “During his 16 years of Rotary service, Don made our club better and
he made our community better. He will be missed greatly,” said Dana Eaton, Rotary Club president. Per Don’s wishes, in lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to the Rotary International’s Polio Plus Society at https://www.endpolio. org/donate. A celebration of life for Don will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 31 at Campos Family Vineyards, 3501 Byer Road, in Byron. Brentwood Leadership Roundtable
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Hoefs resigns as Liberty football coach by Michael Dixon Correspondent
For the second time in less than two years, Liberty High School is looking for a new head football coach. Shortly after the offseason weights program began, Matt Hoefs, who’d been the coach for the last two seasons, informed the school that he has stepped down from that position. Hoefs served as the special teams coordinator and assistant coach for the Lions during the 2019 season. When then coach Ryan Partridge left to be the Coordinator of High School Recruiting for the University of Arizona (he’s now the wide receivers coach at the University of Massachusetts), Hoefs was promoted to head coach. Hoefs has two children, ages 5 and 1. During the season, Hoefs realized that he was getting limited time to see his kids. And when the days began getting longer with the offseason program starting up again, he realized it was time to step down. “Leaving at 7 a.m. and getting back at 7 p.m., you only have moments with those kids,” Hoefs said. “It was starting to wear on me. When we started weights and I was only seeing them a little bit again, it made the decision really easy.” Another challenge for Hoefs was timing. He became head coach in July of 2020 with the COVID-19 pandemic at one of its strongest points. The 2020 season -- which was his first as Liberty’s head coach -- actually took place in the spring of 2021 and was shortened to a five-game schedule of only Bay Valley Athletic League teams. The 2021 season brought a sense of normalcy in that it was a full season, it
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Liberty head football coach Matt Hoefs (left) recently announced he has stepped down from the position. took place during the fall and fans were again allowed at games. But the pandemic -- as well as other external issues -- remained prevalent. “It was stressful from the start -- if it wasn’t COVID, it was fires or things like that,” Hoefs said. “It seemed like there was always something bigger than football going on. When you’re putting so much time and energy and never know if something’s going to be canceled at the drop of a hat, it’s frustrating.” “And I didn’t like always being the
bearer of bad news. Telling the kids the game was canceled. Or telling a kid, ‘You had close contact so I guess you can’t play.’ It was difficult but I think the players and staff knew that I was doing the best I could with what I had.” Despite the challenges, the program had plenty of positives during Hoefs’ reign as head coach. One of the things he was most proud of was the relationship he built with the people on the campus. And while Hoefs is stepping down as head football coach, he will remain as a
teacher at Liberty. On the field, the Lions went 4-1 during the shortened 2020 season, losing only to BVAL champion Pittsburg. In 2021, the Lions went 5-5 overall with a 3-2 BVAL record. Included in that was a perfect record against Liberty’s two biggest rivals -- Freedom and Heritage. “The biggest accomplishment was going 4-0 in district games -- the Bell Game and Brentwood Bowl,” he said. “That means everything to those players so I’m glad we were able to bring those trophies home every time.” And the cupboard will not be bare for the next coach. One key returner for the Lions in 2022 will be Nate Bell, who will be a senior entering his third year as a starting quarterback. Bell will also have his leading receiver from the 2021 season, Ryan Mckendry, who will be a junior. Defensively, Liberty is also set to return seniors Ty Ternes and Darell Carr, who led the team in tackles and interceptions, respectively. Hoefs also sees positives from the program’s younger players. “There are exceptional young players in the freshman class that I think have college talent,” he said. “I think it will be a good transition for whoever has it. I think they’re going to be a really good team next year.” Regardless of what Hoefs ends up leaving behind on the field, he is confident that the decision he made was the right one. “One of the things I said when I resigned is that it’s a full-time job and it takes a lot of energy and passion. If I can use that same energy and passion to become a better teacher, father and husband, this is the right move for me.”
2021 NFL season featured 7 BVAL alums by Michael Dixon Correspondent
The Bay Valley Athletic League is known as one of the better high school football leagues in Northern California. That can be seen in the fall not only on Friday nights but in the college and NFL ranks on Saturdays and Sundays, as well. In total, seven players who once played on the BVAL gridirons were on NFL teams during the 2021 NFL season. One of them – Joe Mixon of the Cincinnati Bengals, is on a team still playing. This is how they did. Najee Harris, Pittsburgh Steelers, running back As a senior at Alabama, the 2017 Antioch High School graduate was the starting running back for the Crimson
Tide during their undefeated, national championship season. Harris was drafted by the Steelers in the first round and was expected to make a big im- pact as a rookie. That’s just what he did. Harris rushed for 1,200 yards in 2021, which was fourth best in the NFL and the best among rookies. He added seven rushing touchdowns. Harris also caught 74 passes -which led all NFL running backs -- for 467 yards with three touchdowns. His 1,647 yards from scrimmage not only led the Steelers but was the fourth best total in the NFL.
Joe Mixon Cincinnati Bengals, running back After missing most of 2020 with an i n j u r y , Mixon bounced back strong in 2021, playing in all but one regular season game. The 2014 Freedom High School graduate also set career highs in rushing yards (1,205), receiving yards (314), rushing touchdowns (13) and tied his career high in receiving touchdowns (3). Mixon also helped lead the Bengals to their first playoff appearance and AFC North championship since 2015. He rushed for 48 yards and added 28 receiving yards in Cincinnati’s
Wild Card Weekend win over the Las Vegas Raiders, the first postseason win for the Bengals in over three decades. The following week, he rushed for 54 yards and a touchdown, helping Cincinnati advance to the AFC Championship Game with its first road playoff game ever. Isaiah Dunn New York Jets, cornerback Given his draft status, Harris’ performance as a rookie didn’t exactly catch anyone off guard. His fellow 2017 Antioch graduate, though, is a different story. Dunn went undrafted in 2021 but signed with the Jets following the draft. While undrafted rookies are often training camp cuts, Dunn not only made New York’s roster but stuck around for the entire season. see Alums page 16A
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iberty High School’s Jadynn King (10) charges toward the ball during Liberty’s 2-0 win over Freedom on Jan. 19. Riley Stiglich and King took care of the scoring for the Lions. With the victory, Liberty improved to 5-1-2 and 2-0 in league play. Freedom dropped to 4-5 and 1-2 in league play.
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2021, he returned one punt for 14 yards. He also made four solo tackles, assisted on two others and recovered a fumble. While Jones hasn’t logged a carry in a game since 2016, he’s carved out a niche as a special teams player. Nsimba Webster Chicago Bears, wide receiver Not unlike Jones, Webster’s place in the NFL has been primarily on special teams. The 2021 season was no exception to that. The 2014 Deer Valley graduate didn’t catch any passes in 2021 and was active on one offensive snap, but still got into six games. Webster made five solo tackles on special teams and assisted on another. He also returned four punts for 13 yards. Darrell Daniels Arizona Cardinals, tight end After getting into 12 games and starting eight for the Cardinals during the 2020 season, Daniels re-signed with Arizona the 2021 season and had a similar year. He played in 15 games, starting four of them. The 2013 Freedom graduate is used primarily as a blocker in the Cardinals offense. He caught one pass during the regular season but added two more in Arizona’s playoff loss to the Los Angeles Rams. Daniels is a special teams fixture for the Cardinals. In 2021, he made three tackles, assisted on three others and returned a kick for three yards. To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia/slideshows
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007253 The name of the business(es): StageHause Located at: 609 Allagash Court In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Christa Ramos. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/24/2021. Signature of registrant: Christa Ramos. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 17, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/16/2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 87377 Publish dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, 2022.
fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Todd Schafer, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 14, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 1/13/2027 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 87495 Publish dates: January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 2022.
2101 Laurel Road, Oakley, CA 94561: The items to be sold include: Furniture, clothes, toys, and miscellaneous electronics. The date of the sale will be 2/16/22 @ 12:00 pm. The location of the sale will be: Online at www.storagetreasures.com 1/28/22 & 2/4/22 Run Dates. The auction end date will be 2/16/22 at 12:00 pm. All bids must be placed prior to this time. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 87460 Publish Dates: January 28, February 4, 2022.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007491 The name of the business(es): 1. Over the Top Society 2. Flawliss 3. Exclusive Notary & Loan Signing Located at: 11 Puffin Circle In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Rhonda Marie Walker. 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: Rhonda M. Walker. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 30, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/29/2026 Oakley Press No. 03-477 87488 Publish dates: January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000262 The name of the business(es): 1. Left Coast Lighting 2. Rigid Light Shop Located at: 1931 Sauterne Way In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Norcal Auto Concepts LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the
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. #65 Richard Rangel, #942 Andrew Simpson, and #951 Lowell Gresham. The goods are described as furniture, tools and miscellaneous personal property items being sold pursuant to the assertion of the lien on February 3rd at 10:30am. 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 Act. Auction is to be held by Jason Whitt ms#199016. Owner reserves the right to bid at the sale. Purchase must be in 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 87484 Publish Dates: January 28, 2022. NOTICE OF LIEN SALE The following persons are in lien at Oakley Gateway Self Storage: Valorie Christensen Nicole Galarza Brandon Gliedt Matthew Harris Eboni Hatcher-Thomas Raquel Madrid Christopher Okeefe Jose Sanchez Cherie Savage Zolton Scott Tyana Shaw Donald Tillman
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 21700 of the Business and Professions Code, State of California, the undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at 9:30 A.M. at Oakley Self Storage, 4700 Main St. Oakley, CA 94561. County of Contra Costa, State of California, the goods, chattel or other personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items. Stored by the following person(s): Sheila Lackey (2 units) Angelo Vlahas Nicholas Peterson David Helland Paul Hollison Diego Martinez Wanda Weaver Melissa Seals Hope Durham Chariana Jones All purchased goods are sold as is and must be paid for at the time of purchase. Cash Only. Management reserves the right to set a minimum bid and/or refuse any bids. This notice is subject to cancellation without notice in the event of a settlement between owner and obligated party. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules, and regulations are available at sale. Auction to be conducted by Nor-Cal Storage Auctions, Inc. CA Bond #7900468597 #916-604-9695. Legal EC 8976 Publication Dates: January 28, 2022 and February 4, 2022. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 87470.
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000268 The name of the business(es): DKU Properties Located at: 1146 Canyon Hills Rd In: San Ramon, CA 94582, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): James J Delano, Franklin T Utchen, Howard J Kerr. This business is conducted by: a General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/01/2021. Signature of registrant: Howard Jay Kerr, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 01/18/2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 01/17/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 2022
ment directly from the City in order for a proposal to be considered valid. City of Brentwood /s/ Margaret Wimberly, MMC, City Clerk; Dated: January 25, 2022. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87497 Publish Dates: January 28, 2022.
AVENUE, SUITE F-610 SACRAMENTO, CA 95821-2665 and the last date for filing claims by any creditor shall be FEBRUARY 14, 2022, which is the business day before the sale date specified above. Dated: JANUARY 20, 2022 MM CELINO CORPORATION, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, Buyer(s) 788017-PP ANTIOCH PRESS 1/28/22 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 87502 Publish Dates: January 28, 2022.
Costa County on: December 7, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/6/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87370 Publish dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, 2022.
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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 8th day of February, 2022, at 11:15 A.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: Joaquin Cano- BBQ Grill, Grow Lights, Bike, Scooter Quanisha Thomas- Toys, Clothing, Dresser, Headboard, Foot Board Chelsea Brehm- Auto Parts, Toolbox, Tools, Golf Clubs/Bag, Skateboard, Tires Deborah Zappa- Clothing, Fans, Misc. Tables / Chairs,25+ boxes & bags Frank Capaldo- Ladders, Exercise Equipment, Wood, Toolbox/Tools Jasmine Bradley- Exercise Equipment, Toys, End Table, Lamps, Sofa, Dresser, Chairs Telara Caves- Desk, Table w/Chairs, Safe,14+ Boxes & Bags Mauricio Ventura- Ladders, Toolbox, Tools, Propane Heater, Jack Hammer, Chainsaw Celeste Wright- Shelves, Suitcases, DVD’s, Speakers, Clothing, Shoes, Desk, Misc. Table & Chairs, 25+ Boxes & Bags Michele Flowers- Dolls, Toys, Pans, Clothing, Collectables Wanda Williams- Lamps, Clothing,30 + Bags Danny Harris- Suitcases, Clothing, Bedding, Chairs, Misc. Chairs, 6+ Boxes & Bags Kenneth Williams- Shelves, Cart Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sale is still scheduled. Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted. Dates Published 01/28/2022 and on 02/04/2022 Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87481 Publish Dates: January 28, February 4, 2022.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 21700 of the Business and Professions Code, State of California, the undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on Wednesday February 8th, 2022 at 10:30 A.M. at Brentwood Self Storage, 190 Sand Creek Road, Brentwood, CA 94513. County of Contra Costa, State of California, the goods, chattel or other personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items. Stored by the following person(s): Juanita Esquer Nyccol Dupree Hirvin Mendez Romero Ralph Bates III (2) Tashi Page Sharp-Jordan-Oliver All purchased goods are sold as is and must be paid for at the time of purchase. Cash Only. Management reserves the right to set a minimum bid and/or refuse any bids. This notice is subject to cancellation without notice in the event of a settlement between owner and obligated party. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules, and regulations are available at sale. Auction to be conducted by Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc. CA Bond #7900468597 #916-604-9695. Legal EC 8976 Publication Dates: Jan. 28th & Feb. 4th 2022. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87503 Publish Dates: January 28, February 4, 2022.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000294 The name of the business(es): LUTONG BAHAY Located at: 3811 RAILROAD AVE In: PITTSBURG, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): NJ FOODS LLC. This business is conducted by: a Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/18/22. Signature of registrant: Noriel Llanza Jr, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 01/18/2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 01/17/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-000285 The name of the business(es): 1. Lucrative Artist Cleaning Solutions 2. Vivid Quench Located at: 1556 Fitzgerald Dr #195 In: Pinole, CA 94564, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Shante J Young. This business is conducted by: an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9/1/2021 . Signature of registrant: Shante Young. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 01/18/2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 01/17/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007446 The name of the business(es): Carrie Dina Designs Located at: 577 Eileen Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Carrie Dina Howe. This business is conducted by: an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 03/26/2016. Signature of registrant: Carrie Dina Howe, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 12/29/2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/28/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007106 The name of the business(es): Seraph (G)ene/Guardian Consultations Located at: 960 Buckskin Terrace In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Jarron Gene Cross 2. Lavetta Cross This business is conducted by: Co-Partners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A . Signature of registrant: Jarron Gene Earl Cross, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 12/08/2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/07/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000242 The name of the business(es): Team Modern Agent Located at: 616 Lucas Dr In: Lafayette, CA 94549, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jennifer Lucas. 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: Jennifer Lucas, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 01/14/2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 01/13/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273. Publish Dates: January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS DESIGN FIRMS PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the City of Brentwood (“City”) that proposals will be received no later than Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. City invites qualified design firms to submit proposals for the Lone Tree Way Roadway Improvements, CIP Project No. 336-31701, located in Brentwood, California. To obtain an electronic copy of the RFP (via email) at no charge, a “Document Request Form,” located on the City’s website at: https://www.brentwoodca.gov/gov/pw/cip/pw_rfps.asp, should be completed and emailed to engineering@ brentwoodca.gov. Please note: Firms must obtain the docu-
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007451 The name of the business(es): Prissy’s Pampered Pets Located at: 4825 Belle Dr In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Michael Nilo 2. Sheila Nilo. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/2/2020. Signature of registrant: Michael S. Nilo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 29, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/28/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 87379 Publish dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000024 The name of the business(es): 5065 Toyon Located at: 5065 Toyon Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Christine Grego Meairs. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11-01-2015. Signature of registrant: Christine Grego Meairs, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 3, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 01/02/2027 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 87395 Publish dates: January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000083 The name of the business(es): Earth Soul Energy Located at: 3624 Brookdale Circle In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Crystal Stone And Jewelry. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Sarah Aiello, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 6, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 1/5/2027 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 87468 Publish dates: January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000304 The name of the business(es): Sina’s Lashes Brow and Spa Located at: 3105 Lonetree Way In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Huu Duong. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/19/2022. Signature of registrant: Huu Duong. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 19, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 1/18/2027 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 87461 Publish dates: January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 2022. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Self-storage unit contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart to satisfy a lien on February 10, 2022 at approx. 01:00 PM at CubeSmart #5975, 1790 Vineyard Drive, Antioch CA 94509, (925) 526-4580 : Christopher Williams, Romanda Gardner, Tasune Sharp, Jacquelyn Areas, Sarah Martinez, Marie Avilla, Adrienne Pryor, Jason Vicens, Shannon Tricas, Rachelle Reed, Leandra Dillon, Iris Contreras, Tyana Shaw. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 87482 Publish Dates: January 28, February 4, 2022. NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (UCC Sec. 6105) Escrow No. 14075T NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s), business address(es) to the seller(s) are: GREAT AMERICAN HOME APPLIANCE, INC, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, 200 E. 18TH ST, ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Whose chief executive office is: SAME AS ABOVE Doing Business as: WIENERSCHNITZEL # 813 (Type - FRANCHISE FAST FOOD RESTAURANT) All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s) within the past three years, as stated by the seller(s), is/are: NONE The name(s) and address of the buyer(s) is/are: MM CELINO CORPORATION, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, 2724 RIVERRUN DR, SAN JOSE, CA 95127 The assets to be sold are described in general as: ALL STOCK IN TRADE, FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT AND GOODWILL and are located at: 200 E. 18TH ST, ANTIOCH, CA 94509 The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: CAPITOL CITY ESCROW, INC., 3838 WATT AVENUE, SUITE F-610 SACRAMENTO, CA 95821-2665 and the anticipated sale date is FEBRUARY 15, 2022 The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. [If the sale is subject to Sec. 6106.2, the following information must be provided.] The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: CAPITOL CITY ESCROW, INC., 3838 WATT
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Kyanna Matthews SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Kyanna Matthews CASE NUMBER: N21-2259 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Matthews filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Phynix Ahzyre Reign Pecolia Roberson AKA Phynix Ah’zyre Reign Pecolia Roberson to Proposed Name: Phynix Reign Matthews. 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: 2/8/2022 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 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 (248 Oak St, Brentwood, CA 94513) b. Appear at the hearing to verify petition. Must be served on father. Date: 12/1/2021 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87329 Publish Dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, 2022. SUMMONS IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS DIVISION OF ST. THOMAS AND ST. JOHN CASE NO. ST - 2021 - CV - 00318 CAPTAIN’S COMMAND AT BLUEBEARD’S BEACH CLUB OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC. Plaintiff, vs. FREDERICK A. EDWARDS and JACQUELINE R. EDWARDS, Defendants. ACTION FOR DEBT FORECLOSURE OF LIEN AND BREACH OF CONTRACT To: Jacqueline R. Edwards Frederick A. Edwards 1967 Colosseum Way Antioch, CA 94531 Within the time limited by law (see note below) you are hereby required to appear before this Court and answer to a complaint filed against you in this action and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment by default will be taken against you as demanded in the Complaint, for DEBT, FORECLOSURE OF LIEN AND BREACH OF CONTRACT. PURSUANT TO COURT ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION ENTERED BY HON. JUDGE RENEE GUMBS CARTY ON DECEMBER 15, 2021. Witness my hand and the Seal of this Court this 20th day of December, 2021. TAMARA CHARLES, Clerk of the Court By: Trinity Rogers, Deputy Clerk Richard H. Dollison, Esq. V.I. Bar No. 502 Attorney for Plaintiff, Law Offices of Richard H. Dollison, P.C. 5143 Palm Passage, Ste. B28/29 P.O. Box 6135 St. Thomas, U.S.V.I. 00804 NOTE: This defendant, if served personally, is required to file his/her answer or other defenses with the Clerk of this Court, and to serve a copy thereof upon the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty one (21) days after service of this summons, excluding the date of service. The defendant, if served by publication or by personal service outside of the jurisdiction, is required to file his/her answer or other defense with the Clerk of this Court within thirty (30) days after the completion of the period of publication or personal service outside of the jurisdiction, and to serve a copy thereof upon the attorney for the plaintiff, and in the case of any form of mailing requiring a signed receipt, within 30 days from the date of receipt as indicated by the signed receipt. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 87436 Publish Dates: January 21, 28, February, 4, 11, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007070 The name of the business(es): 1. Finta Hay Service 2. Finta Tractor & Grading Service 3. Finta Tire Service Located at: 4265 Camino Diablo In: Byron, CA 94514, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Finta Enterprises, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/01/2021. Signature of registrant: Craig N. Finta, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007115 The name of the business(es): Thistle & Poppy Floral Designs Located at: 1692 Countrywood Ct In: Walnut Creek, CA 94598, is hereby registered by the following owner: Nicole Marie Fisher. 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: Nicole Fisher, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 9, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/8/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87362 Publish dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007220 The name of the business(es): 1. Constant Ingenuity 2. Baby Bells Ring Located at: 2320 Westcliffe Lane, Suite 14 In: Walnut Creek, CA 94597, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): David Silverberg. 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: David Silverberg, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 15, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/15/2026 Brentwood Press No. 021273 87376 Publish dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007346 The name of the business(es): Brentwood Plumbing Inc. Located at: 22601 Marsh Creek Road In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Brentwood Plumbing Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12-202021. Signature of registrant: Michael Mavro. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 23, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires December 22, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87393 Publish dates: January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007419 The name of the business(es): KD Construction Located at: 564 Divisi Ct In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jose Deltoro, JR. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jose Deltoro, JR., Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 28, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires December 27, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 021273 87394 Publish dates: January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007422 The name of the business(es): Loveridge Launderland Located at: 2163 Loveridge Rd In: Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): JDR LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Diemthu Nguyen-CEO (Chief Executive Officer). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 28, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/27/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87443 Publish dates: January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007439 The name of the business(es): CIUDAD MX PRODUCTS AND DELI Located at: 3079 Knightsen Ave In: Knightsen, CA 94548, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Missael Perez Gomez. 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: Missael Perez Gomez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 29, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/28/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87462 Publish dates: January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007476 The name of the business(es): West Coast Preservation Located at: 140 Easy Street In: Knightsen, CA 94548, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Gregory Joseph Perry Watts. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 6/2009. Signature of registrant: Gregory Joseph Perry Watts. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007486 The name of the business(es): Mi Jalisco’s Taqueria Located at: 2261 Balfour Rd Ste C In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Janette Ramirez. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/28/2021. Signature of registrant: Janette Ramirez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 30, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/29/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87373 Publish dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0007489 The name of the business: AMW Consultation Located at: 1877 Elderwood Drive In: Concord, CA 94519, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Martin Edward Walters. 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: Martin Walters, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 30, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/29/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87380 Publish dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022 -0000201 The name of the business: Sold Buy Guys Located at: 2603 Camino Ramon, Suite 200 In: San Ramon, Ca 94583, is hereby registered by the following owner: Kevin Vierra. 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: Kevin Vierra. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 13, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 1/12/27 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87449 Publish dates: January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000044 The name of the business(es): Keep It New Auto Service Located at: 550 Harvest Park Dr., Ste C In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Pratt Family Investments LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1-1-2022. Signature of registrant: Ace Pratt, Member/Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 4, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 01/03/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87396 Publish dates: January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000084 The name of the business(es): Yerena’s Housekeeping Located at: 2384 Taylor Road In: Bethel Island, CA 94511, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Yesenia Padilla. 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: Yesenia Padilla, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 6, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 1/5/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87409 Publish dates: January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000101 The name of the business: Angie Brows Located at: 625 West 4th Street In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Anggy Segura. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/11/2021. Signature of registrant: Anggy Segura. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 6, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 1/5/2027 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 87410 Publish dates: January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000234 The name of the business(es): Sunset Sculpting & Wellness Located at: 7750 Brentwood Blvd, Suite B In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Ignore The Limits, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Dominick Amparano, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 14, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 1/13/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87496 Publish dates: January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 2022.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Peter Musitano, deceased CASE NUMBER P22-00079 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Peter Musitano, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Christine Musitano and Wendy Porche in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: Christine Musitano and Wendy Porche be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: May 03, 2022 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 15. b. Address of court: 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: Tevor J. Zink, Esq. 1940 Hamilton Ave. San Jose, CA 95125. (408)8798500. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87490 Publish Dates: January 28, February 4, 11, 2022. \
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-21-893576-AB Order No.: 210516927-CA-VOO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/27/2017. 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): RUSSELL J. MATTSON, A SINGLE MAN Recorded: 2/3/2017 as Instrument No. 2017-0021906-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/15/2022 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: $571,624.25 The purported property address is: 2150 BREAKER COURT, DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 008-062023 Legal Description: Please be advised that the legal description set forth on the Deed of Trust is in error. The legal description of the property secured by the Deed of Trust is more properly set forth and made part of Exhibit “A” as attached hereto. LOT 77, AS SHOWN ON MAP OF SUBDIVISION 6628, FILED DECEMBER 3, 1985, IN BOOK 297 OF MAPS, PAGE 1, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: 1. THE UNDIVIDED 1/2 INTEREST “IN AND TO ALL OIL, GAS, HYDROCARBONS AND OTHER MINERALS OF EVERY KIND AND NATURE” GRANTED IN THE DEED TO FRANK A. WEST, ET AL, RECORDED DECEMBER 21, 1962, BOOK 4268, OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 334, NOT EXCEPTING, HOWEVER, THE INTEREST IN THAT PORTION THEREOF LYING WITHIN 500 FEET OF THE SURFACE GRANTED IN DEED TO BIXLAND CORPORATION, RECORDED JANUARY 22, 1969, BOOK 5796, OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 446. 2. THE UNDIVIDED 1/4 INTEREST “IN AND TO ALL OIL, GAS, HYDROCARBONS AND OTHER MINERALS” RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM FRED PEZZI, ET AL, RECORDED NOVEMBER 2, 1965, BOOK 4985, OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 351, NOT EXCEPTING; HOWEVER, THE INTEREST IN THAT PORTION THEREOF “LYING WITHIN 500 FEET OF THE SURFACE” GRANTED IN THE DEED TO BIXLAND CORPORATION, RECORDED JANUARY 22, 1969, BOOK 5796, OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 446. 3: THE UNDIVIDED 1/4 INTEREST IN ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE, AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES OF ANY KIND BELOW A POINT 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF THE LANDS TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO TAKE,REMOVE, PASS THROUGH AND DISPOSE OF ALL SUBSTANCES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON ANY PART OF SAID LANDS WITHIN 500 FEET FROM THE SURFACE THEREOF, AS GRANTED IN THE DEED FROM NEW DISCOVERY, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, TO ALTA MORTGAGE COMPANY, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION,RECORDED OCTOBER 8, 1982, BOOK 10964, PAGE 433, AS TO THAT PORTION THEREOF WHICH LIES WITHIN FORMER LOTS 66, 67 AND 68 OF SUBDIVISION 4687, FILED
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MAY 24, 1978, IN BOOK 211 OF MAPS, PAGE 5, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS.NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-21-893576-AB. 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 website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 800-280-2832, or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-21-893576-AB to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. 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 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-21-893576-AB IDSPub #0176108 1/21/2022 1/28/2022 2/4/2022 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87398 Publish Dates: January 21, 28, February 4, 2022.
as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on April 28, 2017 as Instrument No. 2017-0074040-00, and that said Deed of Trust was modified by Modification Agreement and recorded October 4, 2019 as Instrument Number 20190168025-00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by SALLY A DOMINGUEZ, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as Beneficiary, as nominee for LAND HOME FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: SEE EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF Exhibit “A” Parcel One: Lot 40, As Shown On The Map Of Subdivision 8023 Lakeshore 1, Filed September 4, 2001, In Map Book 433, Page 32, Contra Costa County Records. Excepting Therefrom: 1. 50% Of All, Oil, Gas, Casinghead Gasoline And Other Hydrocarbons And Mineral Substances Below A Point 500 Feet Below The Surface Of The Land Hereinafter Described, Together With The Right To Take, Remove, Mine, Pass Through And Dispose Of All Oil, Gas, Casinghead Gasoline And Other Hydrocarbons And Mineral Substances, But Without Any Right Whatsoever To Enter Upon The Surface Of Said Land Or Upon Any Part Of Said Land, As Reserved In The Deed To Pilati Farms, Recorded November 17, 1981, Book 10577, Page 58, Official Records. 2. The Remaining 50% Of All Oil, Gas, Casinghead Gasoline And Other Hydrocarbons And Mineral Substances Below A Point 500 Feet Below The Surface Of The Land Hereinafter Described, Together With The Right To Take, Remove, Mine, Pass Through And Dispose Of All Oil, Gas, Casinghead Gasoline And Other Hydrocarbons And Mineral Substances, But Without Any Right Whatsoever To Enter Upon The Surface Of Said Land Or Upon Any Part Of Said Land, As Reserved In The Deed By Pilati Farms, Recorded September 15, 1988, Book 14583, Page 115, Official Records. Parcel Two: A Right Of Way (Not To Be Exclusive) As An Appurtenance To Parcel One Above And Any Subdivision Or Subdivisions Thereof, For Use As A Roadway For Vehicles Of All Kinds, Pedestrians And Animals, For Water, Gas, Oil And Sewer Pipe Lines, And For Telephone, Cable, Electric Light Power Lines, Together With Necessary Poles Or Underground Conduits To Carry Said Lines Over, Under, And Upon Winchester Loop, Yosemite Way, Crescent Way, Lakeshore Circle, Grand Way, Yosemite Court, Kincaid Way, Otter Brook Loop, Half Moon Court, Topaz Court, Seminole Court, Blue Mesa Court, Bridgeport Loop, Cumberland Way, Keystone Loop, Lookout Point Loop, Castle Rock Loop, Echo Place, Mendocino Way And Superior Way, As Shown On The Map Of Subdivision 8023 Filed September 24, 2001, Map Book 433, Page 32, Subdivision 8428, Filed October 24, 2001, In Map Book 436, Page 10, Subdivision 8429, Filed September 7, 2001, In Map Book 433, Page 44, Subdivision 8430, Filed October 25, 2001, In Map Book 436, Page 17, Subdivision 8431, Filed October 26, 2001, In Map Book 436, Page 22, Subdivision 8433, Filed April 23, 2002, In Map Book 442, Page 6, And Subdivision 8432, Filed, May 20, 2002, In Map Book 442, Page 41, Contra Costa County Records. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2659 CRESCENT WAY, DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $599,375.14 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. 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 ServiceLink Auction | Hudson and Marshall at (866) 539-4173 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Website address https://www.servicelinkauction.com/ for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA07000315-19-1. 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 Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Notice to Tenant NOTICE TO TENANT FOR FORECLOSURES AFTER JANUARY 1, 2021 You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (866) 539-4173, or visit this internet website , using the file number assigned to this case CA07000315-19-1 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: January 12, 2022 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA07000315-19-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone:949-252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 Cathe Cole-Sherburn, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT https://www.servicelinkauction.com/ FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: ServiceLink Auction | Hudson and Marshall at (866) 539-4173 NPP0398297 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 01/21/2022, 01/28/2022, 02/04/2022 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87421 Publish Dates: January 21, 28, February 4, 2022.
Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of accrued balance and other charges: $444,379.60 The purported property address is: 930 NATOMA COURT, DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505 Assessor’s Parcel No. : 011-570-045 Legal Description: Please be advised that the legal description set forth on the Deed of Trust is in error. The legal description of the property secured by the Deed of Trust is more properly set forth and made part of Exhibit “A” as attached hereto. PARCEL ONE: LOT 128, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 8580, FILED OCTOBER 28, 2004, IN MAP BOOK 469, PAGE 28, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS, AND AMENDED BY CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED DECEMBER 6, 2004 INSTRUMENT NO. 2004-467189, OFFICIAL RECORDS AND AN AMENDED CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED APRIL 12, 2006 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 2006-0113723 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. PARCEL TWO: TOGETHER WITH A RIGHT OF WAY (NOT TO BE EXCLUSIVE) AS AN APPURTENANCE TO PARCEL ONE ABOVE, FOR USE AS A ROADWAY FOR VEHICLES OF ALL KINDS, PEDESTRIANS AND ANIMALS, FOR WATER, GAS, OIL AND SEWER PIPE LINES, AND FOR TELEPHONE, CABLE ELECTRICAL LIGHT AND POWER LINES, TOGETHER WITH THE NECESSARY POLES OR UNDERGROUND CONDUITS TO CARRY SAID LINES OVER, UNDER AND UPON THE PRIVATE STREET DESIGNATED AS NORTH LAKEFRONT LOOP, NATOMA COURT, RAINBOW COURT, PARDEE COURT, LIVINGSTON COURT, MERRITT COURT AND PINEHOLLOW CIRCLE, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 8580, FILED OCTOBER 28, 2004, IN MAP BOOK 469, PAGE 28, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the trustee: CA-21-893354-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. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916-939-0772, or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-21-893354NJ to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. 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 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108 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-21893354-NJ IDSPub #0176117 1/21/2022 1/28/2022 2/4/2022 Brentwood Press No. 021273 87397 Publish Dates: January 21, 28, February 4, 2022.
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: November 10, 2021 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87448 Publish Dates: January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 2022.
or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN JOAQUIN, 180 WEBER AVE, STOCKTON, CA 95202. 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): DUSTIN J. DYER DYER LAW FIRM 5250 CLAREMONT AVE, STE. 119 STOCKTON, CA 95207 DATE 11/12/2020: November 12, 2020 Clerk, by (Secretario): Brandon E. Riley, Dept (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served. COMPLAINT Personal Injury, Property Damage, Wrongful Death Superior Court of California, County of San Joaquin, 180 E Weber Ave, Stockton, CA 95202. CASE NUMBER: STK-CV-UAT-2020-9482 Plaintiff: JASON JORY Defendant: Nicholson Taufa Does 1 To 25 Complaint- Personal Injury, Property Damage, Wrongful Death. a. Motor Vehicle b. Personal Injury c. Other Damages: Gen., Jurisdiction ACTION IS AN UNLIMITED CIVIL CASE (exceeds $25,000) Plaintiff: JASON JORY alleges causes of action against defendant NICHOLSON TAUFA. This pleading, including attachments and exhibits, consists of the following number of pages: 5 The true names of defendants sued as Does are unknown to plaintiff. a. Doe defendants: 1-12 were the agents or employees of other named defendants and acted within the scope of that agency or employment. b. Doe defendants: 13-25 are persons whose capacities are unknown to plaintiff. This court is the proper court because a. at least one defendant now resides in its jurisdictional area. c. injury to person or damage to personal property occurred in its jurisdictional area. The following causes of action are attached and the statements above apply to each. a. Motor Vehicle b. General Negligence Plaintiff has suffered a. wage loss b. loss of use of property c. hospital and medical expenses d. general damage e. property damage f. loss of earning capacity g. other damage: Pain, Suffering, Scarring and Disfigurement. The relief sought in this complaint is within the jurisdiction of this court. Plaintiff prays for judgment for costs of suit; for such relief as is fair, just, and equitable; and for 1. compensatory damages 2. punitive damages The amount of damages is 1. according to proof The paragraphs of this complaint alleged on information and belief are as follows; 5, 8, 9 Date: November 10, 2020. Dustin J. Dyer, Attorney for Plaintiff. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87359 Publish Dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, 2022.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 011-400-040 TS No: CA07000315-191 TO No: 190730443-CA-VOI (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED April 26, 2017. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On March 9, 2022 at 01:30 PM, At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps,
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-21-893354-NJ Order No.: 210502591-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/26/2016. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the 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): MARIA E. SMITH, TRUSTEE OF THE MARIA E. SMITH 2004 REVOCABLE TRUST (CREATED BY DECLARATION OF TRUST DATED DECEMBER 8, 2004) Recorded: 10/19/2016 as Instrument No. 2016-0218370-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 3/7/2022 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (UCC Sec. 6105) Escrow No. 2216042PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s), business address(es) of the seller(s) are: C & C MCKNIGHT’S CHOCOLATES L.L.C., 7140 HORSESHOE BAR RD, LOOMIS, CA 95650 Doing business as: ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHOCOLATE FACTORY All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s) within three years, as stated by the seller(s), is/are: NONE The name(s) and address of the buyer(s) is/ are: BRENTWOOD CHOCOLATES, INC, 639 E. SHAW AVE, STE 167, FRESNO, CA 93710 The assets being sold are generally described as: FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, INVENTORY AND ALL BUSINESS ASSETS and are located at: 2485 SAND CREEK RD, STE 136, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: BAY AREA ESCROW SERVICES and the anticipated sale date is MARCH 1, 2022 The bulk sale IS subject to California Uniform Commercial Code(s) sections set forth above. The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: BAY AREA ESCROW SERVICES, 2817 CROW CANYON RD, STE 102, SAN RAMON, CA 94583 and the last date for filing claims by any creditor shall be date on which the notice is the Business day before the sale date specified above. Buyer(s): BRENTWOOD CHOCOLATES, INC, 780570-PP BRENTWOOD PRESS 1/28/22 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87483 Publish Dates: January 28, 2022. NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF SALLY JO HAMMOND Notice is hereby given to the creditors and contingent creditors of SALLY JO HAMMOND (“Decedent”), that all persons having claims against the Decedent are required to mail or deliver a copy to ALAN B. HAMMOND, as Trustee of the ALAN AND SALLY HAMMOND FAMILY TRUST, dated December 20, 1996, as amended, wherein the Decedent was the Settlor, in care of Soraya T. Aguirre, Esq., Aguirre Riley, P.C., 427 West Plumb Lane, Reno, NV 89509, within the later of four (4) months after the first publication of this notice or, if notice is mailed or personally delivered to you, sixty (60) days after the date this notice is mailed or personally delivered to you. A claim form may be obtained from the court clerk. For your protection, you are encouraged to file your claim by certified mail, with return receipt requested. Dated this 10 day of January, 2022. ALAN B. HAMMOND c/o Soraya T. Aguirre, Esq. Aguirre Riley, P.C. 427 West Plumb Lane Reno, NV 89509 Tel: 775-376-9477 Fax: 775-964-5346 Email: Soraya@aguirreriley.com Attorney for Alan B. Hammond Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87453 Publish Dates: January 28, February 4, 11, 2022. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Daniel Hurtado Torres SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Daniel Hurtado Torres CASE NUMBER: N21-1873 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Daniel Hurtado Torres filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Daniel Hurtado Torres aka Daniel Torres Hurtado to Proposed Name: Daniel Torres Hurtado. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 3/3/22 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 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
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Deborah del Carmen Espinoza Ortega SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Deborah del Carmen Espinoza Ortega CASE NUMBER: N22-0086 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Deborah del Carmen Espinoza Ortega filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Deborah del Carmen Espinoza Ortega b. AKA Deborah D. Espinoza to Proposed Name: Deborah Rose Bryson. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 3/17/2022 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date: 1/3/2022 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87465 Publish Dates: January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 2022. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name MI JALISCO’S TAQUERIA at 2261 BALFOUR RD SUITE C., BRENTWOOD, CA 94513. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on 12/19/2013 under File No. F-2018-0005242 (*1) DANIEL TORRES, 2721 Filbert St, Antioch, CA 94509 (**) This business was conducted by: An Individual. Signature: Daniel Torres. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 30, 2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87372 Publish dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, 2022. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name NEHEMIAH HOME INSPECTION SERVICES at 264 Mountain View Dr, Brentwood, CA 94513. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on 10/18/2013 under File No. F-2018-0006184 (*1) Carlton L. Jones, 264 Mountain View Dr, Brentwood, CA 94513 (**) This business was conducted by: An Individual. Signature: Carlton L. Jones. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 4, 2022 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87444 Publish dates: January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 2022. SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): STKCV-UAT-2020-9482 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): NICHOLSON TAUFA AND DOES 1 TO 25 YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): JASON JORY 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
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houses, including 572 in the United States and Puerto Rico, with nearby locations in Antioch, Tracy and Concord. If approved, the warehouse’s arrival would be the first large project within a plan for nearly 400 acres of job-oriented development along the Highway 4 Bypass between Old Sand Creek Road and Lone Tree Way, Ogden said. The business would employ between 250 and 300 employees, according to company documents. Mayor Joel Bryant said the increased sales tax from Costco will go toward ensuring key community services into the future, such as fire and police protection and sports fields for recreation. Councilmember Karen Rarey agreed. “This is very exciting,” she said. “The
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his truck to go home, he immediately noticed that something was wrong. “It sounded like I had headers installed, like a Harley,” said Javier, who only then realized that his catalytic converter had been stolen. Javier said he felt “disheartened, angry, upset, and violated”. “I know ‘violated’ is a strong word, but it really felt that way,” said Javier. “When someone takes something away from you without your consent or knowledge, in my opinion, it is a violation of your trust and hard work.” Another East Bay resident, who requested anonymity, had similar sentiments when his Honda Accord, parked on the street near his home, suffered the same fate. “Our 2007 Honda Accord was parked on the street by my son on a Thursday night, and when he started the car on Saturday morning, it sounded terrible and he turned it off. When walking up to it, I noticed some bolts on the ground. I looked underneath and saw the exhaust had been cut and the catalytic converter was gone. I did file a police report, and the officer told me that four other reports had been filed earlier that day for catalytic converter thefts. My biggest takeaway from this experience is that it is not an unusual occurrence, and the chance of getting caught seems to be small with barely any repercussions.” The residents’ stories represent only a fraction of the number of catalytic converter thefts that have been steadily on the rise for over the past decade, statistics show. According to data obtained from the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), catalytic converter thefts increased from 152 in March 2019 to 755 a year later at the start of COVID-19 pandemic; a 396 percent increase. Only nine months later in December 2020, the number of catalytic converter thefts increased to 2,347 from 523 thefts recorded in December 2019 – a 348 percent increase. From 2019 to 2020, reported catalytic converter
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Creek Road extension to Heidorn Ranch Road, which city officials expect should help alleviate any traffic concerns that materialize during the project review process. The two-lane portion of the project is under design and could open in summer 2023, Ogden said. The project’s parking lot is expected to include 822 surface parking stalls west and south of the warehouse, with five vehicle access points, the main one at the existing Lone Tree Plaza Drive and Cañada Valley Road intersection. Three additional driveways will be provided along Lone Tree Plaza Drive — one to the west of the main access and two to the east — which will be used primarily for delivery trucks, according to company documents. If Costco’s plans are approved as
thefts jumped from 3,389 to 14,433 – an increase of 325 percent. A primary reason for catalytic converter thefts, according to police and city officials, is the appeal of precious metals such as palladium, rhodium, and platinum. According to information obtained from precious metal website KITCO.com, the recent value of these metals showed rhodium priced at $13,700 an ounce, palladium $1,818 an ounce, and platinum at $969 an ounce, while also reaching highs last year of $27,000 an ounce (rhodium), $2,890 an ounce (palladium) and $1,266 an ounce (platinum), respectively. “We have seen a significant increase during the pandemic,” said NICB President and CEO David Glawe. “As the value of the precious metals contained within the catalytic converters continues to increase, so do the number of thefts of these devices. There is a clear connection between times of crisis, limited resources, and disruption of the supply chain that drives investors towards these precious metals.” As part of the converter, these metals convert vehicle emissions into less-harmful gases, and are then taken to scrap yards, and later to larger recycling facilities, where thieves may receive from $50 to $250 in scrap value depending on the amount of metal and size of the converter. Only state-authorized core buyers are allowed to collect these converters, and the state has a list of authorized scrap yards. “We are seeing an uptick since the beginning of the pandemic, but this type of theft has been fairly prevalent since about 2007,” said Oakley City Manager Joshua McMurray. “No type of vehicle is immune from these thefts, it seems, but the Toyota Prius is one of our most commonly targeted vehicles.” The Prius is a major target for catalytic converter thefts because they contain not one, but two catalytic converters, authorities said. Additionally, as a hybrid vehicle, these particular converters tend to see less wear and corrosion than those
of other vehicles with similar mileage, which could make them more appealing and valuable to thieves, experts said. “Our agency investigated more than a dozen cases last year, and the vehicle make and model varied, but a majority were Toyotas,” said Brentwood Police Lt. Walter O’Grodnick. “In Brentwood, catalytic converter thefts have been sporadic throughout the year, but a majority of the thefts occurred during darkness.” In addition to Honda Accords and the Toyota Prius (along with other Toyota models), large pickup trucks such as Ford F-250s, Ford F-350s, Ford motor homes, and delivery trucks are amongst other vehicles that are targeted most due to their higher road clearance and easier access to the catalytic converter, officials and auto experts said. “These have good value and are easily accessible,” said a mechanic from Brentwood Muffler & Auto Repair. “Before, we would see Toyota Sequoias and other large Toyotas a few times a year for converter theft. In the years before, it seemed like every four months or so we would see a flurry of theft quote requests, but it wasn’t all year long like now. The pandemic definitely increased the amount of vehicles that have come to our facility for converter theft. It rose to about eight vehicles a month on average, and the variety of vehicles increased as well.” Catalytic converters also have oxygen sensors. During the thefts, wires are often cut and the converters are removed with force causing further damage to the vehicle’s computer system. When a theft of this nature occurs, or if anyone sees any suspicious activity, people are asked to immediately contact local police to get a report number, and then should notify their insurance company. If cameras are not present, people are encouraged to check with neighbors, as they may have captured helpful footage to assist law enforcement in their investigation. If anyone is caught stealing a catalytic converter, it is a felony punishable by fine and imprisonment for up to a year. To comment, visit www.thepress.net
School District. “Teachers, staff, and admin exemplified in his district. on both sites, and throughout the district “I’d prefer the focus not to be on me, office, have been amazing. From but on the tremendous work done N H I GH SCHOO substitute teaching, covering ofby everyone,” Palmquist said. O I L UN fice assignments, campus suHis statement was echoed by pervision, and covering other both Eaton and Volta. site operations, our cabinet, The dashboards for administrators, teachers and each district that track the staff have done it all.” number of students and The superintendents of staff who have tested posiES other districts reported simitive for COVID are updated 02 TA B LISHED 19 lar experiences, but all stressed regularly and can be found the communal aspect of the situathrough each district’s respective tion, praising staff while downplaying the website. importance of their own roles, as Eaton To comment, visit www.thepress.net STR
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dents absent on Jan. 19. For context, the number of absent students on any given day before the pandemic would average between 3% and 4%, according to Eaton. As for staff who have been out of school for similar reasons, their roles have been filled by their colleagues across the districts. “Our district has adopted an ‘all hands on deck’ approach,’” said Jeff Palmquist, superintendent at Oakley Union Elementary
submitted, then the warehouse would also offer tire sales and installation; optical exams and optical sales; food service prep and sales; a bakery; and more, according to company documents. The store would operate Monday through Friday from 9 a.m to 8:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The fuel station will operate from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, according to company documents. Ogden estimates that the project plans could go before the Planning Commission as soon as this summer or fall. If the commission approves the project, it would then go before the full City Council for possible approval. To view complete proposed project plans, visit https://bit.ly/33OIWYX To comment, visit www.thepress.net
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Saturday, February 5 Elderly Wish Foundation Gala
The nonprofit Elderly Wish Foundation, which grants wishes to individuals 50 and older who have a serious or chronic illness in Contra Costa County, is hosting its Heart to Heart Gala from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 5 at Lone Tree Golf Course and Event Center at 4800 Golf Course Road in Antioch. The event will feature a silent auction, 50/50 card raffle, Mexican buffet dinner, live auction and live entertainment. The cost is $75 per person. Fiesta attire is suggested. Reservations can be purchased at www. Elderlywish.org. Entrants must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID test within 72 hours of the event. For more information, call 925-978-1883.
HEARTS & ROSES, an Affair to Remember
HEARTS & ROSES, a flea market affair to Remember will be held 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 5 at 215 Second St. in Oakley. For more information, call 925-626-7223.
Wednesday, February 9 College 101 Workshop
The event at 9:30 a.m or 6:30 p.m. in Room 22 at the Liberty Adult Education at 929 Second St. in Brentwood will allow attendees to learn why Los Medanos College (LMC) has been named one of the top 150 Community Colleges in the nation. Attendees can also get information on how LMC Show Up, Skill Up, Move Up programs can help them earn a certificate and prepare them for employment in a short amount of time. The college offers free tuition, non-credit career preparation programs, financial aid and scholarships.
Saturday, February 12 Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Public Information Event
Alcoholics Anonymous, which aims to help alcoholics to achieve sobriety, is hosting an informational session on Zoom from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Questions answered will include: Have you ever wondered what Alcoholics Anonymous is? Do you have questions about how the organization can help the still-suffering alcoholic? The Zoom
The Girl Scouts, such as Meadow (seen at right) will begin cookie sales in February
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ID 228-859-7009, and the password is 4PICPC. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/33D9iwp.
Wednesday, February 16 College Application Workshop
The event at 9:30 a.m or 6:30 p.m. in Room 22 at the Liberty Adult Education at 929 Second St. in Brentwood will feature a Los Medanos College representative to answer questions, walk attendees through the application process and provide them with the necessary tools to apply.
Wednesday, February 23 Show Me The Money Workshop
The event at 9:30 a.m in Room 22 at the Liberty Adult Education located at 929 Second St. in Brentwood will educate attendees on free tuition opportunities as well as how noncredit, financial aid, and the FT3 (first time, full time, free tuition) can help them invest in training and education.
Wednesday, March 2 Career Pathways Workshop
The event at 9:30 a.m in Room 22 at the Liberty Adult Education at 929 Second St. in Brentwood will allow attendees to take a free career assessment and learn what careers fit best with their personality, skills and interests.
Friday, March 11 Free U.S. Citizenship Classes at Liberty Adult Education
Register today to start taking classes every Friday from March 11 to May 27 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. This class will help attendees learn U.S history and government, the “100 Questions”, and interview skills to pass the citizenship test. Call 925-6342565 to register or check out www.libertyadulted. org. Liberty Adult Education is located at 929 Second St. in Brentwood.
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A monthly support group for family caregivers/ care partners who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia. The group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, visit https://www.alz.org/norcal. The group has meetings scheduled for Feb. 10 and March 10.
Administrative Careers Training
The nonprofit Opportunity Junction is accepting applications for its administrative careers training program. Classes will be taught via Zoom beginning in late January. The intensive training is 12 weeks, followed by up to four months of paid internship. Participants will learn life and business skills and can earn their Microsoft Office Skills certificate For more information, visit https://www. opportunityjunction.org/program-application.
Widow and Widower Grief Support Group
A widow and widower grief support group from Immaculate Heart of Mary Church meets every Thursday from 5 to 6:15 p.m. at the church library at 500 Fairview Ave. in Brentwood. The group focuses on finding a new normal as attendees walk the grief trail with others experiencing the same loss. For more information, contact Mary Ann Smith at 925-240-1706 or Sandy Heinisch at 925-513- 3412.
Al-Anon meeting, Discovery Bay — In-Person -- at Delta Community Presbyterian Church
Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope to solve their common problems. They meet every Monday from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. at Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1900 Willow Lake Road, Discovery Bay. For more information, contact Charlie at 925-858-5382 or visit al-anoncontracosta.org/ The Oakley 4-H Club has monthly meetings the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. For location information, email Amanda at oakley@ contracosta.org.
East County NAACP Branch General Meeting
No-Cost Career Services and Placement Assistance
The nonprofit Opportunity Junction offers career counselors remotely to help folks take the steps to get back into the job market. Some of the services offered include goal review, employment matching services, job training, resume help, interview preparation and job placement assistance. Other services include financial coaching, credit repair and debt counseling. For more information, visit https:// bit.ly/3kGA8u8.
Coffee with Carolyn
Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection’s Coffee with Carolyn is a cancer support group for women, hosted by Carolyn George and financially supported by the Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection of Byron. The group meets on the first Tuesday of every month from 10 a.m. to noon and on the third Thursday of every month from 6 to 8 p.m. The location is a private home in Discovery Bay. For more information, contact Carolyn George at 925-577-3325.
Marine Corps League, Delta Diablo Detachment 1155, Monthly Meeting
Oakley 4-H Club
The American Legion Post 202 monthly meeting (on the second Tuesday of the month) is held at 6:30 p.m. at 757 First St. in Brentwood. The meeting is open to all U.S. Armed Services veterans. The organization encourages all veterans in East County to come and see what is available to them. For more information, https://www.aml202.org.
ing is held every fourth Thursday of the month from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Zoom. The NAACP is one of the oldest civil rights organizations advocating for the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of all people. The East County branch features several committees, including labor/industries, veterans affairs, religious affairs, membership, political action and legal redress. The Zoom meeting link is https://bit.ly/3rkpOLH. For more information, visit www.naacp.org.
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The Marine Corps League, Delta Diablo Detachment 1155, hosts its monthly meeting on the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Brentwood Veterans Hall, 757 First St., in Brentwood. The group is open to all active or retired U.S. Marines. Attendees are encouraged to bring a veteran friend, and spouses are always welcome. The meetings feature camaraderie, food, drink, conversation and updates on upcoming events. For more information, call 925338-1775, email MCL1155@outlook.com or visit https://www.mcl1155.org/.
Girl Scouts kick off cookie sales Feb. 1 The nonprofit Girl Scouts of Northern California will kick off its 2022 Cookie Season on Feb. 1 with new ways for customers to find and buy cookies online. The 2022 cookie season runs Feb. 1 through March 27 and all cookie flavors are $6 per box, not including shipping fees. The cookie lineup includes Adventurefuls — an indulgent brownieinspired cookie with caramel-flavored crème and a hint of sea salt — along with classic favorites like Thin Mints, Trefoils, Samoas, Tagalongs, Do-Si-Dos, Lemon Ups, Toffee-tastic, and Girl Scout S’mores.
Customers can locate booths and order online at www.ilovecookies.org. Girl Scouts will be at local businesses and grocery stores Feb. 18-March 27. Girl Scouts of Northern California is one of the largest councils in the country that aims to provide girls a safe space with strong sisterhood and adult mentorship that builds courage, confidence and character. For more information, visit https://www. gsnorcal.org.
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Finding Balance in 2022?
We come into this world headfirst and go out feet first; in between, it is all a matter of balance.
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new year always brings a new vigor, new enthusiasm, new hope. I have an extra skip to my step. I get butterflies in my
tummy. I am so excited to see what the next year has in store for me.
We started out 2022 with a bang! Right out of the shoot we tried out our new motorhome for New Year’s weekend. My husband and I have been looking for the perfect RV for 3 years now. In November we finally came across one in Florida. We were thrilled. But before we could get our act together the sales guy told us it was under contract. We were terribly disappointed. So, when we got a call on December 10th saying the other buyer was not able to get financing so it was back on the market, we didn’t hesitate. We gave them a deposit; made plane reservations and we flew out on December 14th to go get our new second home. None of this was planned. It was spur of the moment. It was so spontaneous. We, and everyone we know, thought we had lost our minds. “You’re doing what?”. “You’re going where?”. “Don’t they have those for sale closer to home?”. My husband and I met in our fifties, as we planned our wedding, we discovered that everyone had a rule for everything, so we adopted a motto.… ‘no rules after 50’. Any time someone told us ‘That isn’t how you are supposed to do that’, we said “well, that is how we want to do it”. Whether it was party in our room till 4:00 am the night before; to cocktails for guests before and during the ceremony; to a second heavy, greasy, meal at midnight to help alleviate any possible hangovers; in the words of the immortal ‘ol Blue Eyes, we did it our way So back to the motorhome, we took possession on December 16th. It took us every bit of 7 days to drive back across the country, although I must admit we did stop to see our friends in Dallas for a day. We arrived back in town on the eve of Christmas eve (Thursday). Everyone was arriving on Friday for festivities. We had very few decorations up, no tree, and no groceries. I put in an order for Christmas dinner. Our son went to the grocery store with a very long list. My husband and I got out a little Charlie Brown tree and the biggest ornament we could find. We wrapped a little blanket around the bottom of the tree, hung the ornament on the top branch, and yes, you guessed it, the whole tree bent over just like Charlie Brown’s. We put all the presents on the floor around the table. It was all perfect. Our generation spent much of our working lives working excessively. The 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and the 2000’s, so far, were about ‘bigger, more, and more frequently’. Our kids remember us working, climbing the corporate ladder, moving to a bigger house, buying a new, prettier car. Work-a-holic was a moniker we wore with honor. As we move into retirement age new and interesting thoughts have been occupying my mind. Building a swimming pool, buying an RV, 4-day work weeks, coloring with my grandbabies. Where are these thoughts coming from? I am the ultimate work-a-holic. I don’t have an off button. What is happening?
I know many of you do or have felt the same confusion when these thoughts crept into your minds. Starting to slow down? Stopping to smell the roses? Enjoying the friends and family we are with, without our minds wandering back to what all needs to get done at work tomorrow? It feels good. It feels strange, but it feels good. I read article after article about people not having enough saved for retirement. 25% of Americans have no retirement savings at all. Yeah, that’s a problem. For those who do have savings the average amount is $65,000. Yeah, that’s a problem. Boomers have a reputation of having too much debt. They come into retirement with credit card debt and car loans, and mortgages. Yeah, that’s a problem. But…I hear the stories, firsthand, from the couples who have been married for 40 years with plans to travel and see the world when they retire, but on his 66th birthday he passes away before they have a chance to go on that first cruise. Or the spouse who finally retired and 6 months later passes away. Or major illness or incapacity. It is devastating. I work with these people every day. I help these people who have lost their spouse and don’t know how they are going to make ends meet, something they never imagined they would have to deal with in retirement. I hear the anger, the sadness, the disbelief, the fear. So, what and where is the balance? Of course, we need to be saving, both for emergencies as well as for retirement. And we, as a generation, need to learn how to relax and enjoy the view. Many of us have had the opportunity to own real estate. Over the last 40 years, real estate in California has increased in value substantially. This provides opportunities to us that may allow us to find the balance we are in search of. I offer reverse mortgages. This is one avenue from which we might be able to find that balance. There is also “downsizing”, “upsizing”, “right sizing”, or even home equity lines of credit, or cash out refinances. Any of these options might be the perfect, or nearly perfect, solution for you to be able to enjoy a little less work, and a little more down time. Note that I say, “a little less work”. Nothing says you have to quit work. We are talking about balance. If you love working, or love what you do, that is fabulous. That is where I am in my life. I love educating people about the reverse mortgage programs out there and the ever-changing benefits they offer. Also note that we recognize that there are many options available to you. We work hard to educate as many people as we can on the benefits the reverse mortgage program can bring to you and your family, and we also acknowledge that it won’t be the best solution for everyone. The reverse mortgage program is evolving and growing. There are many new opportunities available in 2022. ♦ We can now lend to people 55+ years of age. Really? Yep! ♦ The FHA maximum claim amount is now $970,000… almost a million dollars! Amazing! ♦ The jumbo maximum loan amount is now $6,000,000. Wow!! One downside to the upcoming year is that we are starting to see interest rates rise. We also are expecting to enjoy somewhat less appreciation this year. All that to say, it is better to do your research sooner rather than later. Let’s chat soon. We will
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omeowners’ insurance is something most people have, but may not think
about until disaster strikes. Once the dishwasher floods the kitchen, or a storm brings a tree through the roof, you are confronted with a policy that may be outdated and not fit your current needs. Mark Murray, an insurance agent with State Farm, said homeowners should take the time to review their policies occasionally, and look for a few specific things. “You want to make sure you are with a company you trust and a highly rated company that will be there in the event of a loss,” Murray said. “Insurance is a promise, and the promise is ‘we will be there on your worst day,’ so you want to make sure you are doing business with someone who has the financial ability to fulfill that promise. That’s why going with a cut-rate or off-brand is sometimes risky.” During his two decades with State Farm, Murray has helped many East County homeowners find a policy to fit their needs. Though homeowners’ insurance is not required by law, it is required
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A quality homeowners’ insurance policy often eases the burden when disaster strikes. by lenders, so anyone with a mortgage likely has a policy. Murray said finding a balance between the monthly premium and the deductible in the event of a loss is something people should spend some time considering. “You need to be careful of how high your deductible is, and does that
amount fit into your budget if there is a loss,” he said. “The industry standard for a deductible is 1% of the dwelling amount, meaning if you have a $500,000 dwelling amount, your deductible would be $5,000. Most people go with a higher deductible because it lowers the premium, but what you have to be careful of is
what are you comfortable with if there is a loss? If your pipe explodes and you have water in your kitchen, what are you comfortable with spending? You just have to choose a deductible that fits your budget in the event of a loss and fits your premium.” Murray noted another benefit of homeowners’ insurance is a good policy will offer coverage not just on your property and structure, but also personal property that is lost or damaged. He said anything you want the insurance company to replace – from TVs to jewelry – will need to be documented with photos or receipts. “When it comes to personal property, people have to be reminded that if there’s a loss, they want to make sure they have cataloged personal property by picture or by receipts, for two reasons,” said Murray. “First, the purpose of remembering what may be missing and second, proof of ownership. That’s something to be aware of. It’s not just a wish list, you will need to prove you lost it. The insurance company will ask you to document everything you lost and then show proof of ownership, especially on larger items.” Mark Murray’s State Farm Insurance Agency is at 2051 Main St., in Oakley. For more information, call 925-679-1500, visit www.markmurray.org, or email mark@markmurray.org.
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state planning can be difficult
Creating a living trust allows for the easy transfer and distribution of property in private, without the intervention of a court of law.
to tackle, but ensuring your property and other assets are
distributed according to your wishes after you are gone is an important step to take for your heirs. One way to do that is placing assets in a living trust. Trusts are designed to allow easy transfer and distribution of property in private, without the intervention of a court of law. “The importance of having a living trust and the reason it is called a living trust is it is effective immediately,” said Ruth Buzzard of The Buzzard Law Firm in Brentwood. “The people who create a trust are creating a little corporation. You transfer all of your assets to you as trustee of that trust, and when you die, you avoid probate by the fact that you didn’t own anything. The trust owned it.” Buzzard said avoiding the costs and delays of probate court are the biggest selling points of a living trust. It prevents children and spouses from spending large amounts of money to create conservatorships or guardianships and simplifies a
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might come up as we age, including health care directives. Our office prepares a comprehensive plan to cover multiple situations.” Though they can simplify things for those of us left behind, trusts themselves are still complicated and should be set up by someone experienced in estate planning. Michael Amthor of East County Family Law Group said it would be a mistake to attempt to set one up without the help of an attorney. “Talk to an attorney, at least, and get some advice, because there are plenty of services where people try to do it on
their own and usually there isn’t a lot of advice,” said Amthor, noting each family can have its own individual needs. “Many people try to do it on their own but there are a lot of traps and problems when they do that. The main one is people might set it up, but don’t fund the trust, which is a big step.” Funding the trust is essentially transferring all assets into the name of the trust. Missing that important step, Amthor said, makes the trust almost useless. With 27 years of legal experience, Amthor said if he recommends anything, it’s planning ahead. “We see clients who regret not planning ahead of time,” he said. “We see clients for probate because someone didn’t do estate planning, or at least didn’t do it effectively. We also do representation, which is helping someone through the process of taking care of an estate that hasn’t been planned for.” The Buzzard Law Firm is located at 729 First St., Suite D, in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-516-7459 or visit www.law-offices-of-ruth-n-buzzard. business.site/. East County Family Law Group is located at 1181 Central Blvd., Suite A, in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-516-4888 or visit www.eastcountyfamilylaw.com.
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Living from page 5B Though the fight against a rising cost of living can feel like an uphill battle, individuals can take steps to prepare for such increases, and can combat that increase in various ways.
Apply lessons learned during the pandemic.
A recent Pew Research Center analysis of U.S. government and Eurostat data found that roughly 9.6 million workers in the United States lost their jobs in the first three quarters of 2020. That period coincides with the onset of the COVID19 pandemic. When forced to confront sudden and unexpected job losses, millions of individuals learned how to get by on less income. Cost-saving measures adopted during the pandemic can be continued or reimplemented, helping individuals to combat higher energy costs and other rising expenses.
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Consider relocating.
The pandemic forced many companies to transition overnight from in office working to remote working. That trial by fire could have lasting results. A 2020 survey of 317 chief financial officers and leaders in the finance industry found that 74 percent will move at least 5 percent of their previously on-site workforce to permanently remote positions after the pandemic ends. The survey, conducted by Gartner, Inc., also found that nearly onequarter of respondents will move at least 20 percent of their on-site workers to permanently remote positions. That could make it possible for millions of working professionals to relocate to regions with a lower cost of living than their current towns or cities. – Metro Creative
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Many companies have programs designed to help customers facing financial hardships. Reach out promptly to let them know you may be anticipating missed payments. It is better if you initiate contact rather than going into default. The same tactic can be used for mortgage or rent payments.
or reduce payroll. Being let go can initially
A job loss can come as a shock. However, with levelheadedness and smart planning, many people can avoid dire financial situations in the wake of a layoff.
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While many people can survive and may even enjoy a few weeks of rest and relaxation after a job loss, financial concerns may surface soon thereafter. A 2017 GOBankingRates survey found that more than half of American adults have less than $1,000 in their savings accounts. Financial planners typically advise people to have at least three month’s worth of earnings socked away for emergency situations, like a medical issue or a job loss. Even though the survey also found more than a quarter (27 percent) of respondents have $10,000 or more saved, that might not be enough to survive a job loss for six months or more. These strategies can help professionals who recently found themselves out of work avoid financial difficulties.
Assess your budget carefully
You naturally will have to make concessions that impact finances, particularly spending. Cut back on non-necessities like dining out, gym memberships, streaming subscriptions, and other luxuries. Avoid adding other new debt.
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Payment plans for pet insurance can be paid monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually depending on the plan and policy holders’ preferences. That makes it easier to fit pet health care into your budget.
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homes and see how many rooms they still use consistently. If much of the home is unused, seniors can probably move without hindering their daily lives.
when buyers find a home that needs no such work, maintenance requires homeowners’ utmost attention. All that hard work is perhaps one reason why seniors may be a little reluctant to seek a smaller home as they advance through their golden years. In addition to the sweat equity homeowners put into their homes, all the memories they’ve made within their walls can make it harder to put a home on the market. Moving into a smaller home is a difficult decision that’s unique to each homeowner. Seniors who are not certain if that move is right for them can consider three key factors to make a decision that’s in their best interests.
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another factor to consider when deciding if the time is right to move. A sellers’ market can help seniors get the biggest return on their real estate investment, potentially helping them make up for meager retirement savings. For example, home prices have skyrocketed across the country during the COVID-19 pandemic, making that a great time for sellers to put their homes on the market. Seniors selling to move into a smaller place may capitalize on such spikes since they won’t be looking to turn around and buy larger, equally expensive homes once they sell their current place. If the market is down and seniors can withstand the work and cost a little longer, it may be best to wait until things bounce back in the sellers’ favor. – Courtesy of Metro Creative
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I have discussed the importance of estate planning many times in these articles. Saving money, peace of mind and making things easier for those you leave behind are just a few of the benefits. However, with estate planning typically comes difficult conversations with family members that does not come natural. Subjects such as who you want to be in charge of your estate after death, who should receive your assets and end of life issues are just the beginning. Nine out of 10 Americans consider it important to have a financial plan but almost half have difficulty discussing finances with loved ones. There are three reasons for this: It can be overwhelming, it can be awkward and talking about a future plan is difficult when you don’t have one in place. The statistics tell an interesting story. 38% of people do not even talk to their spouse or partner about the other’s financial situation before getting married. 55% of those without a financial plan say they are not confident in their retirement and a full 86% of us do not feel they have saved enough for retirement. It starts with a conversation and
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