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June 5, 2020

Protests peaceful across East County by Aly Brown Staff Writer

BRENTWOOD As protests swept the nation — and world — this week in response to George Floyd’s death, East County had its share of peaceful protests and civil discourse. Gathering with signs and chanting “No justice, no peace — prosecute the police,” protesters lined Main Street in Oakley on Sunday, May 31. “I think what happened to George Floyd was wrong, and it’s happened too much and to too many African Americans,” said one Oakley protester, Yesenia Edwards. “My husband is African American, my children are biracial, and so it affects us all.”

Edwards went on to say she believed all of the officers who were on scene when George Floyd was killed should be prosecuted alongside Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin, who pressed his knee to Floyd’s neck for nearly nine minutes, resulting in his death. CNN later reported Wednesday, June 3, that all four officers involved now face charges. “The police need to police each other,” she said. “I have three sons. My oldest is 15, and I have a 10-year-old and a 7-yearold, so yeah, I worry about them; we’ve told them what to do, comply and be respectful but (attacks against African American men) still happen.”

Brentwood Police Chief Tom Hansen takes a knee with protestors on Sunday, May 31. The demonstration was one of many nationwide gatherings protesting police brutality following the death of George Floyd on May 25.

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Police chief set to retire State cautions OAKLEY After nearly 30 years in law enforcement, Oakley Police Chief Eric Christensen has announced he is retiring from the Oakley position he has held since 2018. His last day will be June 30. According to the City of Oakley, Christensen’s replacement will be announced in August. Christensen’s enthusiasm, energy, passion for public service and community approach to law enforcement will be greatly missed. Christensen said he dreamed of being a police officer since he was in fifth grade when his teacher, Sam Swafford, was a reserve officer with the Fremont Police. Christensen said Swafford became his idol, and he knew he wanted a future in law enforcement. After graduating from high school, Christensen joined the Army and became a military police officer. He later earned a degree in Criminal Justice and was Adopt-A-Pet............................6 Classifieds.............................24

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DISCOVERY BAY Prompted by a complaint from a Discovery Bay resident, the State Water Board issued a press release on May 22 warning residents about harmful algal blooms (HAB). The press release comes early in the season, when HAB are not normally seen. The algal blooms, a build-up of blue-green algae toxin called cyanobacteria, float on top of the water or in the water and look like green, white or brown scum. They usually appear later in the summer. Joe Doser, supervising environmental health specialist for

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Oakley Police Chief Eric Christensen will retire from the force June 30. His replacement will be announced in August.

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Oil and gas-drilling project heating up community by Kyle Szymanski

Indiana’s Powerdrive Oil & Gas Company, LLC, in conjunction with Brentwood’s Sunset Exploration Inc., seeks to drill three exploratory wells on a 160acre parcel south of the corner of Hidden Ranch Road and Old Sand Creek.

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A proposed exploratory oil and gas-drilling project in unincorporated Brentwood has flared community concerns. Indiana’s Powerdrive Oil & Gas Company, LLC, in conjunction with Brentwood’s Sunset Exploration Inc., seeks to drill three exploratory wells in search of commercial quantities of oil or gas on a 160-acre parcel south of the corner of Hidden Ranch Road and Old Sand Creek. But residents and activist groups are drilling into the idea. “There are a whole bunch of factors for why the community is opposed to this,” said Brentwood resident Jon Wilson, just one of 530 members of a No Drilling in Brentwood Facebook group. “In general, nobody wants to live next to oil wells. It brings down property values — the aesthetics of it, but also the possible health impacts. There have been a lot of studies in the last couple of years that show radically increased cancer rates for anyone living in

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proximity to oil wells because of the different gases and vapors that escape during the process.” Preliminary plans submitted to the county for approval state that if commercial quantities of oil and gas are found, a smaller rig will be moved in and a permanent production well installed.

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County officials have prepared a preliminary project environmental evaluation document, stating that the project will have “less than significant” environmental impacts. But they are currently accepting public comments on the initial documents until 5 p.m., on June 9. Sunset Exploration Inc. President Bob Nunn has had a similar county-accepted project running on Deer Valley Road open land, between Balfour Road and Kaiser Permanente Antioch Medical Center since 2018. He said he’s confident that from the proposed site, it’s not visible from homes, the operation won’t be heard by area residents, and the natural distance from houses or buildings is far enough way to mitigate any potential health risks. He pointed out that the home closest to the new potential site is around 1,140 feet away, compared to 970 feet at the already operating Deer Valley project site that went through the same county acceptance process and has garnered no complaints — desee Oil page 20

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County moving toward recovery by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer

The county took a step toward economic recovery this week when Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS) announced the easing of a number of shelter-in-place restrictions. The latest county health order, issued Tuesday, June 2, allows the resumption of indoor retail shopping. Business offices and outdoor museums can reopen, and services that don’t require close customer contact, such as housekeeping, car washes, plumbing and pet grooming can also resume. “We look forward to all businesses opening up as soon as possible with the community’s commitment to adhere to social distancing and all of the other safety protocols that we are now well aware of,” said Bryan Montgomery, Oakley city manager. “It is our adherence to these protocols that will make such openings possible and safe.” Small outdoor social gatherings are allowed under the new health order, as are child care services and camps for up to 12 children in stable cohorts. Libraries can reopen for curbside pickup service and protests of up to 100 people will also be permitted. Religious services with some limitations can resume June 15. The county is working with the state to reopen swimming pools and outdoor dining with guidance from the county expected in the coming weeks.

CCHS monitors five key factors that indicate the degree to which the novel coronavirus is spreading in the community. Among those indicators are: the growth rate positive COVID-19 cases and the number of patients hospitalized; the capacity of county hospitals to manage a surge in patients; sufficient testing for detection of the virus; the capacity for contact tracing of patients who test positive for COVID-19 and area hospitals have a 30-day supply of personal protective equipment (PPE). Progress made toward slowing the virus’ proliferation as reflected in these indicators provided the opportunity for the county to loosen restrictions that were initially enacted March 17. “This latest step toward reopening our county is a reflection of our successful collective effort as a community to limit the spread of the virus,” said Dr. Chris Farnitano, CCHS health officer. “I know there’s a lot of frustration out there, but it’s important to keep in mind that interventions like social distancing have saved lives.” With 1,506 reported cases in the county as of June 1, new COVID-19 infections grew at 1.6% per day for May, compared to 4.2% in April and 15.6% in March. In terms of absolute number, 126 cases were added for the week ending May 30, while the three preceding weeks recorded 174, 100 and 103 cases, respectively. The average number of patients hospitalized per week has held steady at 13.4 for the last two weeks of the month. This

indicator peaked at 39.3 during the week ending April 18 and has fallen steadily since then. Testing for COVID-19 has been a challenge, and the county has struggled to achieve its goal of 2,200 tests per day. CCHS only got close to that number once last month when 2,019 tests were completed May 19. The average number of tests completed per day for the last week of May was 784. CCHS is making a concerted effort to increase the number of tests completed, and a particular emphasis has been placed on doing more testing at the Brentwood site it operates in conjunction with the state. Located at the Brentwood Senior Center, less than half of the site’s available appointments are getting booked, said Dr. Ori Tzvieli, CCHS deputy health officer. He is urging residents, even those who are healthy, to get tested. “People are getting out more,” he said. “They’re doing more. Churches are going to be open soon. Sports are opening up. Kids are having more contact with their friends. You could be experiencing transmission without even knowing. Some sort of regular testing is an important aspect, and it’s an important contribution to the health of your family and the community.” Tzieli explained that changes to testing protocols will contribute to wider patient acceptance. The nasal swab test now in use is much less invasive, and he expects that patients

will soon be able to swab themselves under the watch of a medical technician. Among those getting tested, the World Health Organization advises the rate of positive results should be less than 5%. Contra Costa County reported a seven-day positive rate of 2.7% at the end of May. The rate remained well under 5% for the entire month. No deaths related to COVID-19 were reported for the week ending May 30, the first calendar week without a death since the middle of March. However, one death was reported June 1, and the total number of deaths now stands at 38. Farnitano said in a CCHS press release that ten times the number of deaths might have occurred had the county not acted quickly and aggressively in the early stages of the pandemic. All eight of the county’s hospitals have attested to having a 30-day supply of PPE, up from only two last week. “We are pleased with the progress made by our citizens adhering fairly well to the shelter and social-distancing practices and grateful indoor retail is now allowed in safe ways because of our efforts,” said Tim Ogen, Brentwood city manager. “We hope these reopenings help the businesses resume doing what they do best and are very eager to see more openings of other businesses and recreational activities as soon as the county allows it.” For more information visit, https:// www.coronavirus.cchealth.org. To schedule a COVID-19 test, call 800-421-0804.

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myself both inside and outside the classroom,” he said. “I have so many people to thank, including my friends for supporting me, my teachers for making me aware of my potential, my family for instilling in me the value of a good education. I hope this honor validates all the time and energy they have invested in me.” Nikhe will attend Yale University in the fall, though he hopes it won’t have to be online. He plans to double major in economics and African American studies. Nikhe’s mother, Ramat Braimah, natural-

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ly said she is extremely proud of her son. “I was brought to tears when he told me he was accepted to Yale, and I am in tears again knowing that all of his efforts have paid off in him being named valedictorian,” she said. “His dedication and drive know no bounds, and every day, I am in awe of all the amazing things he has done. I look at Nikhe now, at all he has achieved, and I think that must have done something right raising him. He has given me so many reasons to be the proudest mother on earth. He is destined to do amazing things, and his compassion, intelligence and work ethic will guide him in however he chooses to change the world. I am so, so blessed to call him my son.” During his time at Heritage, Adam was an athlete in addition to being an outstanding scholar. He played water polo and was on the swim team for three years. He served as secretary for the National Honor Society and is a lifetime member of the California Scholarship Federation. He’s also a Boy Scout, who’s logged more than 130 hours of community service, helping organizations such as Immaculate Heart and Contra Costa Food Bank, along with local schools. For his Eagle Project, he built a vegetable and herb garden for Shepherd’s Gate and, with the help of his volunteers, was also able to donate more than $300 worth of seedlings.

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Skipolini’s Pizza coming to Oakley by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

Oakley leaders and at least one business owner are hopeful that pizza is the answer for sustained success at a downtown location where two other restaurants have struggled. The Oakley City Council recently approved plans for Skipolini’s Pizza to move into the two-story building on the corner of Main Street and Vintage Parkway. Italian restaurant Buon Appetito had operated out of the location at 3070 Main St. since 2017, but it has struggled to reach profitability goals and plans to close. “I see this as an awesome opportunity for Oakley,” City Councilmember Sue Higgins said. Skipolini’s Pizza, which has six Northern California locations and one in Reno, will be the third restaurant to occupy the space since the Oakley Redevelopment Agency constructed the building in 2013. Carpaccio’s Restaurant operated out of the facility until 2017, when it closed its doors due to financial hardship. Buon Appetito then moved in, but it too has struggled financially over the last year and a half, despite the council agreeing to reduce its monthly rent to $5,000 in December 2019. At the time the monthly rent was set to jump to $7,000. Skipolini’s owner, Kent Ipsen, plans to open the restaurant in September or October, after making an estimated $600,000 to

The Oakley City Council approved plans for Skipolini’s Pizza to move into this two-story building on the corner of Main Street and Vintage Parkway. Current tenant Buon Appetito has been in that spot since 2017 but is leaving due to financial struggles.

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$750,000 in building improvements. Ipsen did not return requests for comment as of press time. City officials, along with Buon Appetito and Skipolini’s, have worked out an agreement to allow Skipolini’s to move in. Skipolini’s will be charged $1 monthly rent for the first 28 months, later jumping to $5,000 monthly. The city will also cover a roughly $600 monthly common-area maintenance charges during the initial 28-month period. The lease will run through May 31, 2035, with options to extend it via three- or five-year terms and an opportunity to purchase the

building outright beginning in 2025. City officials said the advantageous monthly rent deal takes into account the estimated $600,000 to $750,000 in planned building improvements that would virtually all remain with the building if Skipolini’s were to leave. “We are coming out of a very unique situation with COVID-19,” Mayor Kevin Romick said. “We are unsure what type of world will exist six months from now. We are unsure what businesses will be able to reopen when the go-ahead is given that you can take your mask off and go anywhere you want to as often as you need to. In light of that, to have

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HOPE House (HH) of Brentwood, a ministry of the Brentwood Community United Methodist Church (BCUMC), is stepping up its efforts to meet an increased demand for food during a time when many of its volunteers are unable to work. HOPE stands for Hope, Opportunity, Prayer and Encouragement and provides food and clothing to those in need. Many of its volunteers were part of the at-risk community and observed the shelter-inplace orders issued in March, leaving the organization short-staffed. Fortunately, others stepped up to fill the holes. “I began volunteering when the pandemic started,” said Larry Schaffer, a member of BCUMC. “When you volunteer here, you learn some things real quick — when you ask a volunteer to do something, they say ‘thank you,’ and if you’re standing still in here, you’re in the way.” Schaffer said he has enjoyed his time working at HOPE House and has been moved by the generosity he has seen from people who don’t have much to give. Jerry Walton is the director of HH and said volunteers are working overtime to help feed the hungry in their community and others have stepped forward to support the organization financially. “We started out in 2010 with 50 — 100 families, but now we are up to over 500 families,” Walton said. “Most people leave here with 75 to 80 lbs of food.”

HH covers a broad area from Antioch to Byron. Clients who hope to receive food register with HH, stating how many people are in their households, as that dictates the amount of food they take home. Before the pandemic, clients were able to come into HH and “shop” for their food, but now safety precautions have been put in place to protect volunteers and clients. The new rules call for clients to line up outside and receive premade bags of food. Walton said he and his fellow workers make up 150 or more bags of food each day to hand out. They work hard to ensure everyone leaves with dry goods, produce and dairy products. Meat is harder to come by due to its greater expense, but the City of Brentwood recently granted HH $5,000, and Walton said he plans to use the money to purchase meat. “There are so many good deeds here,” Walton said. “It takes a lot of volunteers to do what we do, and without them we couldn’t do it. We are always looking for volunteers.” HH works with local farmers, grocery stores, the Contra Costa Solano Food Bank and other partners to provide for its clients Monday and Wednesday mornings, from 9 a.m. to noon. Clients can come one per week to receive food or clothing. Donations of food, clothing or money are always welcome, as are new volunteers. HH is located at 218 Pine St., in Brentwood. For more information or to donate, call 925-202-5203 or visit https://bit. ly/thepressnet_HopeHouse.

Here is a look at the numbers in Brentwood: There are less than 140 resale homes on the market in Brentwood. This time last year there was about 190. So while we thought we’d see inventory climb, it is actually LOWER than last May. 60 homes when pending in March in Brentwood and then it dipped to 52 in April. This is notable given that normally pendings rise through the Spring market. But now that the shelter rules have relaxed and we can show all homes again, about 100 homes have gone pending in Brentwood in May. I think we will see more listings come on the market soon, but for the moment it seems like there is enough buyer interest to handle the increase. The super-low interest rates seem to be incentive enough to keep the buyers buying If you have questions about real estate, call me at (925) 240-MOVE (6683). Voted “Best of Brentwood” multiple times. To search the MLS for free, go to: www. SharpHomesOnline.com. Sharp Realty. #01245186 – Advertisement

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Unemployment across the U.S. is higher than it’s been since the Great Depression. Many small (and even some large) businesses are closing with no plans to re-open. Consumer spending is down. Even if all shelter-in-place rules were lifted entirely today, there are many businesses that wouldn’t see a return to normal levels of activity for a long time, if ever. I don’t imagine we are going to see packed bars and restaurants, flights, cruises, amusement parks, major sports arenas, concerts, etc. anytime soon. But given the above, the stock market is climbing. The S&P 500 index is actually slightly HIGHER than it was a year ago as the day I write this. On top of that, the real estate market is quite brisk. There are a lot of buyers looking and pendings have picked back up. For the most part, home sellers didn’t panic so we didn’t see a flood of homes hit the market and a flurry of price reductions like we saw after 9/11 and the 2008 crash.

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“I know obviously there are a lot of different languages out there: Brentwood is growing,” Rodriguez said. “It would be great to eventually add (other language resources) for those communities.” The city’s next scheduled council meeting

Brentwood is set to offer Spanish-language documents and translation services at city meetings. The city plans to begin offering city council agenda summary pages in Spanish; Spanish-language fliers at other city-sponsored meetings; and in-person Spanish translators at council and other city-sponsored meetings. The new options, which could be expanded in the future, come amid a councilinitiated push to improve communication with non-English-speaking residents. “I think this will be very good for the community,” said Mayor Bob Taylor. It’s expected that the city will begin offering Spanish-language city council agenda summary pages as soon as its next meeting, with an added note that free, in-person Spanish-language translators can made available for the meetings with notice to the city. Spanish-language fliers will also be available at all other city-sponsored meetings, in addition to an in-person Spanish translator. The city already employs 26 bilingual Spanish speakers to assist at city service counters, who are likely to be used for the new inperson translation roles, said Sukari Beshears, Brentwood’s Human Resources director. “Staff are assessing contracted services for all other languages, or more extensive Spanish translation needs, including equipment costs for simultaneous translation to larger groups, and will bring this back to the council when

ready,” said City Manager Tim Ogden. City Councilmember Johnny Rodriguez suggested months ago that the city explore methods to break down the language barriers that often prevent underrepresented residents from engaging or feeling welcomed in city processes. He noted at the time that Brentwood Union School District data showed that 31.7% of students are Hispanic, second only to 38.5% of Caucasian students. He added an example of need that materialized recently when some residents said their attendance at a forthcoming city parks and recreation strategic plan meeting hinged on whether translation services were available. “I am looking forward to having some opportunities for our community,” Rodriguez said. “It makes me happy.” The already employed 26 bilingual Spanish speakers will streamline the additional Spanish-language options, Beshears said. The city currently doesn’t employ additional language-service providers, but in-person contract language services are available to cities for between $100 and $150 an hour, Beshears said. Translating full city council meeting packets, regardless of language, appears to be a cost-prohibitive endeavor right now, considering they are routinely hundreds of pages long, city leaders said. The current plan to begin with City Council agenda summary pages and other city meeting flyers is expected to require translating only a few pages to Spanish at a time.

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Booze Fairy lifting spirits by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent

If you live in the East Contra Costa area and are looking for a way to spread some cheer, look no farther than the OG (Original Gangster) Booze Fairy Facebook page. Oakley resident Angelina Santana, a hair stylist who was missing her clients and friends, decided to create a program where strangers sign up to give and receive gifts of goodies. “I haven’t been able to work since March, and there were a few days that I kind of lost it, because I am always with people in my work, and I become a little depressed,” Santana said. “So I decided to do this with a couple of my girlfriends, just to see how it would work out.” Santana began sprinkling treats on her friends’ porches and was so pleased the small gesture brought them joy. She decided to bring her idea to the community. “I started my Facebook page on the Friday of Memorial Day weekend,” she said. “By the end of Saturday, I was so overwhelmed by the people who had come in, I had to get some help from my friends.” The group currently has 3,100 members and is still growing. Santana, with the help of two friends, worked out a system so everyone who signs up gets boozed once. When new members join, they post a picture and some information about themselves, including what they do, their favorite treats and, of course, their drink of choice. Currently, about half the members have received gifts from their booze fairies. Alcohol, while popular, is not a requirement. The purpose of the group is to bring a smile to a receiver’s face, and as Santana pointed out, something as simple as a flower can do that. Kathleen Niesen signed up to be boozed when she heard about the page from a friend. The night she received her gift, she was brought to tears. “My basket was so cute,” she recalled. “It was full all these great treats . . . I was so grateful and happy. I had had a long, bad day at work and to come home to this — someone lifting me up and saying there are people out there that care about you, and I’ve never met any of these people, and for someone to just go out of their way to do this for me — meant a lot. I literally cried.” Neisen said her gift made her so happy, she couldn’t wait to pay it forward. She immediately chose someone to surprise with goodies. Her booze-ee was also grateful and paid forward the joy.

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Oakley resident Angelina Santana created a fun way to beat the shelter-in-place blues with a group called OG Booze Fairy. The group is designed to spread cheer to others with creative gift baskets and, of course, a bottle of spirits. “That’s exactly what this is about, making people feel special,” Niesen said. “We have boozed over 1,000 people.” Santana agrees, and said her inbox fills daily with messages and notes from people who have received gifts large and small on their porches and feel better for it. The group is having so much fun, plans for an event are being made, once the shelter-in-place restrictions are eased by the county. “With everything going on right now, this is something that’s positive,” Niesen said. “We just want to love each other and lift each other up, and that’s what this was about, something positive in the world.” To join the group, search “OG Booze Fairy (Brentwood/ Oakley) surrounded areas” on Facebook and request to join. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

Sipping during shelter in place by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent

East County is home to several unique wineries whose tasting rooms have been closed due to restrictions put in place to ease the spread of COVID-19. Closed tasting rooms do not mean residents are limited to grocery store wine — most of the area’s wine makers are still shipping wine and filling orders curbside. Some have even become a little more creative. Petersen Vineyards in Knightsen is offering by-appointment Zoom tastings with vineyard owner Peter Petersen. Participants can choose wines to sample, schedule a Zoom call, then pick up their bottles and enjoy a unique one-on-one experience with Petersen. “We would gladly be willing to do virtual Zoom wine tastings,” he said. “We are staying in touch with customers by being able to be open for wine pickups Fridays from 4 – 8 p.m. We also have a cherry farm at the winery and are open on the weekends for U-pick cherries along with different food trucks for a food option.”

Over in Byron, Michelle Campos of Campos Family Vineyards said she and her team are busy cooking up ways to stay in touch with community. One of their new activities is a SIP Sampler, a trio of small bottles of the vineyard’s new releases. “The bottles are each a full glass pour,” said Campos. “People can pick up a SIP Sampler, take it home and sign up for an online tasting.” Campos Vineyards has also been home to twice-monthly buy-and-fly events, where patrons can preorder Campos wine and pizza from Soleil Wood Fired Pizza, then drive through to pick up their order. The events also include a dessert stand and live music. Campos said the events have been popular, and she is grateful for the community’s support. “We are all just trying to be creative,” she added. For more information about Petersen Vineyards or to schedule a tasting, call 925890-4841 or visit http://petersenvineyards. com. For more information on Campos Family Vineyards, the SIP Sampler or buy-

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Editor: Dear mayor and councilmembers, I would like to publicly state my opposition to the proposed “Agrihood” proposal of the former Deer Ridge Golf Course. To be perfectly honest, I was initially interested to see what alternative was being proposed for the golf course. However, thanks to some sleuthing from fellow residents of the Deer Ridge community, it was discovered that the “nonprofit” World Business Academy (WBA), which is proposing this idea, is somewhat connected to Sun Coast. This is very disturbing to me, because it was an omission of a material fact that the head of both Sun Coast and WBA are allegedly brothers. Why was this not initially disclosed? I think the answer is pretty obvious and deceptive at the same time. Sun Coast has proven repeatedly that it will stop at nothing in an attempt to change the zoning of the Deer Ridge Golf Course by any means possible, regardless of the impact it will potentially have on the community at large. The current WBA proposal seems a little more transparent now that we shed some light on the previously undisclosed relationship. Put forth some pie-in-the-sky proposal to change the zoning, and when it fails, the zoning remains. We have seen this before with Sun Coast acquisition of a “distressed” golf course — let the business fail, then go for the real target, which was the rezoning. see Letters page 27

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Happy to be back in the Senior Corner First of all, I would like to thank Greg Robinson and Ruth Roberts for inviting me back to share my stories with all of you. In March, the severity of the coronavirus changed our lives not only in our country but Senior all over the world. orner At the time, the idea that we would still be sheltering in place and social distancing in June was not even fathomable, but here we are. I’d never even heard those two terms before or at Marla least never paid much Luckhardt attention to them. A new way of life began that included constant handwashing, grocery deliveries, wearing protective face masks and staying inside for everything except only the most necessary things. After a week or so, I started to get excited about my trip to the mailbox! Friends and family were now pictures moving on a computer screen in lieu of visits and those ice cream Wednesdays with Clara and shopping on Mondays with Ella were put on hold. Road trips to our dear friends every other month were indefinitely postponed along with two weddings, three graduations and our annual vacation,

which included a celebration with our latest high school graduate. Although I feel extremely grateful to have a nice roof over my head, plenty of food and, yes, a decent supply of toilet paper, nothing was the same. Would it ever be? Amongst all the anxiety, sadness and fear the best OM many people came out. They reached out to neighbors with offers of anything from food to toilet paper, which became rarer than The Hope Diamond. People were bragging about how they scored a package of Charmin! Even with all the horrific news stories about people sick and dying, we found a way to help one another by sharing our resources and talents. Over the next few articles, I’ll be writing those beautiful stories. Strangers reaching out to say “I’m here for you.” My first column is dedicated to a wonderful lady I am proud to call my friend. She is a talented seamstress. I’m admittedly the absolute worst at sewing, which was proven in my home economics class so many years ago. I attempted to make a bathrobe but when I put it on for my grade, one sleeve came off in my hand. Not my finest hour! The kind teacher gave me a sympathetic C minus! This is certainly not the case with my friend Barbara Schneider. Over the last several months, you could drive by and see her in the garage at her machine, cranking out beautiful masks

CDFA seeks applicants for FIAB subcommittee The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) this week announced four vacancies on the Fertilizer Inspection Advisory Board (FIAB) Technical Advisory Subcommittee with the deadline to apply June 30. The term of office for subcommittee members is three years. Members receive no compensation but are entitled to payment of necessary travel expenses. This subcommittee serves as an expert scientific panel on matters concerning plant nutrition and environmental effects related to fertilizing materials use. It reviews all research and education proposals for the annual Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) grant program and recommends to FIAB which projects should receive funding. The FREP grant program is part of CDFA’s research, education and training to improve the agronomic and envi-

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“ A new way of life began that included constant handwashing, grocery deliveries, wearing protective face masks and staying inside for everything except only the most necessary things.

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for frontline workers, nurses, bank personnel and anyone else who could use one. Her daughter, a nurse in Colorado, received eight dozen for those she works with, and I was nominated as the local distribution center to her manufacturing. She’d make them, deliver them to several local places and drop off my batch to pass out to the nurses on the COVID floor at Sutter, CNAs at senior facilities, bank tellers, grocery clerks and anyone else who needed to go out. Not only was this her labor of love, the masks are comfortable and gorgeous. She even made them for men in more masculine colors, but I love my purple one! When the food trucks were in Discovery Bay, Barbara sat there with her masks and gave them to anyone with a naked face. Most accepted with a gracious thank-you

and immediately put them on as Barbara explained it was for the safety of others that we wear them when we are out and about. I’m not exactly sure how many hours she has spent in that garage, but I know it was an amazing amount. Gleeful when a fabric, elastic or thread delivery appeared at her door, Barbara would call me and excitedly tell me all about the colors and patterns. She knew someone would be safer by her gift. At last count, she protected over 500 faces. The darkest of days were made much brighter by these colorful and extraordinary masks made with her personal touch; each one a work of art. In return, she only asked for a picture to be sent for her scrapbook of love. As seniors, Grandpa and I choose to continue our SIP, but that is our personal choice. I listen to the experts and make my decisions based on logic for us, hoping that a vaccine and cure is not too far out. Until then, it’s my honor to tell the stories of our local heroes like Barbara who donate their time and money to loving others enough to help keep them safe. To all of my readers, I am thrilled to be back and hope you all stay well. We are all looking for the light at the end of this tunnel. Marla Luckhardt is a Brentwood resident who works with several local senior care and advocacy groups. Reach her at marla2054@aol.com.

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Liberty High School honors top senior athletes by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

Liberty High School recently announced its Class of 2020 Athletic Top Ten during a virtual awards ceremony posted on YouTube. “The class of 2020 is extremely memorable,” said Liberty Athletic Director Ryan Partridge. “There are just so many elite championships and league MVPs and state titles and section titles. So many good things have happened.” The select company of 10 senior boys and 10 senior girls, each of whom must meet a series of requirements, features one foursport athlete; three three-sport stars; seven two-sport standouts; three soccer elites; two softball players; and single representatives of football, stunt cheer, volleyball and wrestling. “This class is heavily influential,” Partridge said. Arguably the busiest athlete selected was four-sport star Brenden Bell, who played baseball and football in addition to participating in track and field and wrestling. Along the way, he racked up six individual awards over the last three years, including all-league football, baseball and

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Liberty stunt cheer star Darcy Gilfoy was recently named one of Liberty High School’s top Class of 2020 athletes. wrestling awards. Three of the prestigious honorees — Ryan Tolero, Payton Zdroik and Gabe Acero — participated in three sports. Zdroik, a two-way lineman, who’s headed to the United States Air Force Academy to continue his football career,

also played baseball and was a member of the school’s track and field team. On the gridiron alone in 2019, he was a unanimous league MVP; a first-team offensive and defensive lineman; an all-honorable mention selection of the Bay Area Preps HQ All-Decade team; and a Pro Football

Hall of Fame World Bowl Game selection. He was also a three-time California AllState honoree. Zdroik tallied 10.5 sacks, 57 tackles, 23.5 tackles for a loss, one forced fumble, one safety and 95 pancake blocks last year. He was unavailable for comment at press time, but his parents said they relished the opportunity to see him star on the field, and they look forward to the future. “My husband and I are both very proud of him and all of the hard work he’s put in thus far,” said Kelly Fedel, Zdroik’s mother. Tolero, a 2019 league golf sportsmanship award winner, was a key member of the school’s golf, football and soccer teams. Acero, another three-sport star, was a prominent member of the Lions’ unified basketball, bowling and soccer teams. Seven of the 20 players honored were two-sport standouts. Mason Padilla, a 2019 all-league firstteam linebacker, was also a baseball player. Fellow football player, quarterback Jay Butterfield, who’s headed to the University of Oregon on a football scholarship, was a 2019 all-league first-team offensive member and the league’s offensive player of the year see Athletes page 19

The Press archives: A look back at the best in sports The Press continues its look at the archived athletic moments and feats that frame history and provide much-needed sports action during this pandemic-induced stoppage of play. 2019 Mike Dias of Lafayette, Colorado, defeated PBA Hall of Famer and fellow lefthander Parker Bohn III of Jackson, New Jersey, 227-217, to win $7,500 and the title in the PBA50 Northern California Classic at Harvest Park Bowl for his third career PBA50 Tour title. Dias, who was the top qualifier for the stepladder finals, had trouble with pin carry in the first half of the match, leaving four nine counts in the first five frames, but after making what he called a minor adjustment, struck on the next four shots. “I was getting to the pocket fine, but needed to make a small adjustment with my hand position,” 62-year-old Dias said. “I started getting a little more aggressive by getting my hand around the ball more at release and just moved one board to the left to get a better angle, and that helped solve the carry problem.” 2018 Local wrestlers Dalia Garibay (Palomino Academy and Iron House Wrestling Club) and Mary Lopez (Delta Wrestling Club) competed at the United World Wrestling Women’s Freestyle National Champi-

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Local wrestlers Dalia Garibay (Palomino Academy and Iron House Wrestling Club) and Mary Lopez (Delta Wrestling Club) competed at the United World Wrestling Women’s Freestyle National Championships in Irvine, Texas in 2018. onships in Irvine, Texas. Garibay, a Freedom High School junior at the time and Lopez, a junior at Liberty High School at the time, both competed in the 61 kg-division in hopes of securing a spot on the USA World Team by being one of the top wrestlers in each division. Garibay made it to the semifinals, where she suffered her only loss in the tour-

nament to the eventual champion from Nevada. Garibay won her next two matches, going 5-1 in the tournament and securing herself a spot on Team USA. Lopez made it to quarters before suffering her first loss of the tournament. Lopez then won her first consoles match before losing her next two matches, going 3-3

in the tournament. Lopez finished in eighth place, achieving her first All-American status. 2017 Heritage track star Aaron Hanible signed his letter of intent to attend Western Oregon University. “I wanted to go to a university in a small college town, with a solid track program and strong academics,” Aaron said. “I found that at WOU (Western Oregon University). I will be majoring in exercise science with a minor in psychology, and I want to become a physical therapist.” 2015 The Liberty High School baseball team used heads-up base running and timely hitting to pull away from visiting Granada with a four-run third inning, on its way to a 6-2 victory in the first round of the North Coast Section (NCS) Division I playoffs. Liberty (16-9) scored four runs on four hits, combined with a stolen base, two Granada errors, a wild pitch and a passed ball, to earn a 5-0 advantage heading into the fourth inning. That was all junior pitcher Stirling Strong needed, as he struck out six in a complete-game effort on the mound, allowing just three hits. “Stirling has risen to the occasion for us late in the season,” said Lions’ Coach Joe Vreonis. “This game was exactly what I expected from him.”

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Athletes from page 18 in 2018. He also played basketball for the Lions. Logan Morris, a water polo and wrestling standout, was an all-league secondteam wrestler in 2018 and a first-team member the following year. Caden Lewis, a golf and football player, was a 2019 all-league first-team golf member. Alexander Bergqvist triumphed as a cross-country runner and tennis player, earning 2018 all-league honorable mention tennis team honors, in addition to being named to the all-league first cross country team in 2018 and second team in 2019. “The 10 boys were extremely influential in many league championships, section titles and even state titles, and these boys also had a positive impact on our community and on our campus,” Partridge said. Two of the girls selected also starred in two sports. Isabelle Carreon was a track and field star, while also making a splash as a member of the swimming and diving team. She garnered an all-league first-team track and field selection in 2019, as well as a sportsmanship award. Paige Henson turned heads in the water as a water polo player, as well as on the swimming and diving team. She garnered an all-league first team selection on the 2019 water polo squad. Heading up the soccer selections were the trio of Kaelyn Adams, Kaitlin Carlton and Gaby Colmenares. Carlton was a 2019 all-league first-

team member; Colmenares was a 2018 allleague honorable mention selection and a first-team selection in 2019. “This award is very important to the history of Liberty High School, the history of our school and athletics program,” Partridge said. “The 10 girls are the most influential players and people on campus.” A duo of softball players, Kristela Villanueva and Shelby Hunt, represent that squad. Hunt was a 2019 first-team member, while Villanueva was named to the 2019 second-team. One-sport athletes to make the squad included stunt star Darcy Gilfoy; volleyball standout Marina Magsayo; wrestler Jadyn Wilson; and Peyton Borrelli, a Southern Utah University-bound linebacker and tight end. Gilfoy, who recently signed her letter of intent for Riverside City College Stunt & Spirit programs, was an all-league first-team stunt member in 2018 and 2019. “I was honestly shocked when I saw the slideshow, that I had been chosen as Athletic Top 10,” Gilfoy said. “It felt really good. This is what the sport is all about. This is the reason I really love the sport, because it opens up so many different opportunities for cheerleaders all around the world ...” Borrelli jumped from the 2018 all-league honorable mention team to the first team in 2019. Magsayo was named to the 2019 all-league first team, while Wilson was a key member of the wrestling team. To view a video, visit www.thepress.net/ multimedia

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Oil from page 3 spite being just down the road from Kaiser Permanente Antioch Medical Center and Dozier-Libbey Medical High School. “I will be surprised if the data shows that the proximity of (the new site) is unhealthy,” he said. “If it is, I have to move it. That is not my desire … My experience is, it is absolutely not too close, by a lot. There is data that shows 500 feet is safe, but let’s find out. Let’s slow the process down. We have never been in a hurry.” Brentwood-area residents, in conjunction with activist groups, however, say they are too concerned to let the project proceed. They are mounting a campaign to halt the endeavor by writing letters and hoping to retain an attorney. Brentwood resident Jovita Mendoza, who launched the opposition Facebook group, said her concerns are wide-ranging and include harmful gases emanating from the site, groundwater impacts and seismic concerns. Her worries are exacerbated by both her daughter and mother having asthma. “We just don’t know what the ramifications are, and our request is that the county do an (environmental impact report) and carry out a study to ensure the safety for the residents of Brentwood,” she said. Nunn disputes those claims, noting the distance is self-mitigating to health risks and thousands of wells in California have been drilled with no study concluding it causes fault activation in the state. District 3 Supervisor Diane Burgis said the project application was submitted about a year ago, but she just became aware of it recently.

The public comment period has been pushed forward to June 9, to allow everyone time to have their say, she added. “I heard it could go before (county zoning officials), it could go before the planning commission, it could go all different directions,” she said. “At this point (public commenters) have until June 9 to make their comments, and then we will go from there.” If approved, the work would be completed on land currently used for livestock grazing and for Pacific Gas and Electric transmission towers. The area was previously used for gas and oil production as part of the Brentwood Oil and Gas Fields from the 1960s until about 20 to 30 years ago. Nunn says that over time it’s possible oil has separated from water, which could yield additional goods. “(These reservoirs) stopped producing 20 to 30 years ago,” he said. “It’s kind of like grabbing your oil and vinegar bottle. Assume the oil is oil and the vinegar is water, and you kind of disrupt it and shake it around. It gets all mixed up together. Then you set in on the counter, and over time it will separate. What we have found in this (Deer Valley Area project) field is the original oil column that was 120 feet thick and producing mainly water in 1992 when they left, has about 40 feet of oil left. Is that the case over here? Well, I don’t know.” Residents, however, say whatever that answer, they want no such activity to occur. “Leave the fossil fuels in the ground where they belong,” said Sheila Sidhu Hill. For more information on the project, or to learn how to publicly comment to the county, visit https://bit.ly/2XXttyD.

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NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Administrator of the City of Brentwood will, at 1:00 p.m. on June 15, 2020, hold an administrative hearing to consider the following: An application for a tentative parcel map waiver (MS 351-20) to allow the subdivision for commercial condominium purposes on a 1.02 acre site located at the northwest corner of Kirkman Road and Walnut Boulevard (APN 010-550-070). The project is statutorily exempt from CEQA review per CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(k) as it consists of a commercial building where no physical changes would occur. Applicant: Ralph Strauss Said hearing will be held in via Webex virtual meeting originating from City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California. Public interested in attending must send a request to adrummond@brentwoodca. gov to obtain the meeting link. Further information may be obtained from Associate Planner, Crystal De Castro, at (925) 516-5127 or cdecastro@ brentwoodca.gov in the Community Development Department of the City of Brentwood, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513. Before any court challenge of Zoning Administrator decisions, you are required to appeal the decision to the Planning Commission no later than ten (10) days following the decision, as provided in the City’s Municipal Code. In addition, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the administrative hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Zoning Administrator at, or prior to, the administrative hearing. Brentwood- The Press No. 02-1273 82768 Publish Date: June 5, 2020.

15301, Class 1, Existing Facilities. The proposed use is interior to the existing building and does not include any unusual characteristics resulting in any significant impacts relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality. The Planning Commission action will be final unless an appeal is filed. Applicant: Marc Beeson Said hearing will be held at the City Council Chambers, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California. Further information may be obtained from Associate Planner, Crystal De Castro, at (925) 516-5127 or cdecastro@ brentwoodca.gov in the Community Development Department of the City of Brentwood, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513. Before any court challenge of Planning Commission decisions, you are required to appeal the decision to the City Council no later than the time period provided under the City’s Municipal Code. In addition, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Brentwood Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. Brentwood - The Press No. 02-1273 82767 Publish Dates: June 5, 2020.

of all changes. A copy of the full text of the ordinances is on file and may be read in the City Clerk’s office located at 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, and/or a copy may be obtained from that office based on the City’s actual cost for duplicating. ATTEST: Margaret Wimberly, MMC City Clerk The above is a summary of the major highlights of the ordinances; reading the ordinances in its entirety may be necessary to obtain a full understating of all changes. A copy of the full text of the ordinances is on file and may be read in the City Clerk’s office located at 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, and/or a copy may be obtained from that office based on the City’s actual cost for duplicating. Brentwood Press - The Press No. 02-1273 82732 Publish Dates: June 5, 2020.

Waite. 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: Cal J. Waite. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: April 15, 2020 by Deputy J Celestial Expires 4/15/2025 Brentwood Press - The Press No. 021273 82758 Publish dates: June 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020.

4/13/2020. Signature of registrant: Asia Chaudhry, C/O Vice President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 5, 2020 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires May 5, 2025 Brentwood Press No. 021273 82547 Publish dates: May 15, 22, 29, June 5, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002239 The name of the business: DMITRIY COMPANY Located at: 2535 San Carlos Drive In: Walnut Creek, CA 94598, is hereby registered by the following owner: Dmitriy Borodyanskiy. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/9/1992. Signature of registrant: Dmitriy Borodyanskiy. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 13, 2020 by Deputy L Arosemena Expires 5/13/2025 Brentwood Press The Press No. 02-1273 82762 Publish dates: June 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020.

commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/4/1983. Signature of registrant: William Austin Ashmore. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 27, 2020 by Deputy J Celestial Expires 5/27/2025 Brentwood Press - The Press No. 02-1273 82761 Publish dates: June 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City of Brentwood will, at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the normal course of business permits on June 16, 2020, hold a public hearing to consider the following application: An application for a conditional use permit (CUP 20-002) to allow the operation of a dog daycare and boarding business known as Camp Bow Wow, located at 103 Technology Way, Suites E - G (APN 016-410-005 & 006). This project has been found to be Categorically Exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section

ORDINANCE 1015 AMENDING THE BRENTWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.10 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS TO REQUIRE ELECTRONIC FILING OF CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS AND UPDATE SECTIONS TO BRING THEM IN CONFORMANCE WITH STATE REQUIREMENTS. THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced with the first reading waived at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 12th day of May 2020, by the following vote: AYES: Bryant, Rarey, Rodriguez, Staton, Mayor Taylor NOES: None ABSENT: None RECUSED: None And was adopted at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 26th day of May 2020, by the following vote: AYES: Bryant, Rodriguez, Staton, Rarey, Taylor NOES: None ABSENT: None RECUSED: None ATTEST: Margaret Wimberly, MMC City Clerk The above is a summary of the major highlights of the ordinances; reading the ordinances in its entirety may be necessary to obtain a full understating

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001879 The name of the business: 1. Integrity Dispatch 2. Integrity CDL School 3. Integrity Brokerage 4. Integrity Logistics, LLC Located at: 2950 Buskirk Ave Suite 300 In: Walnut Creek, CA 94597, is hereby registered by the following owner: Integrity Logistics, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Mecca WatsonCEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: April 21, 2020 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 4/21/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82574 Publish dates: May 15, 22, 29, June 5, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002194 The name of the business: Independent Mobility Located at: 2517 Squaw Ct In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Newerton DeSouza. 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: Newerton DeSouza - Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 12, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 2020 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires NAME STATEMENT 5/12/2025 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 File No. F-0001909 The name of the 82675 Publish dates: May 29, June 5, business(es): Chronobox Located at: 12, 19, 2020. 2259 Salice Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS following owner(s): Shawn Michael NAME STATEMENT Stappen. This business is conducted File No. F-0002220 The name of the by: An Individual. The registrant business: NORCAL JUNK REMOVAL commenced to transact business unLocated at: 2127 Banyan Way In: An- der the fictitious business name or tioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by names listed above on N/A. Signature the following owner: Luz Maria Tovar. of registrant: Shawn M. Stappen. This This business is conducted by: An In- statement was filed with the County dividual. The registrant commenced to Clerk of Contra Costa County on: April transact business under the fictitious 28, 2020 by Deputy P Cornelius Exbusiness name or names listed above pires 4/28/2025 Brentwood Press No. on 5/9/2020. Signature of registrant: 02-1273 82601 Publish dates: May 22, Luz Maria Tovar Cruz. This statement 29, June 5, 12, 2020. was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 13, 2020 by FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Deputy J Celestial Expires 5/13/2025 NAME STATEMENT Antioch Press No. 06-1617 82678 Pub- File No. F-0002093 The name of the lish dates: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 2020. business: Brentwood Petroleum Located at: 7920 Brentwood Blvd FICTITIOUS BUSINESS In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby NAME STATEMENT registered by the following owner(s): File No. F-0001832 The name of the HM Enterprise Inc. This business is business: CJW INDUSTRIAL SALES conducted by: A Corporation. The Located at: 4202 Buchanan Court In: registrant commenced to transact Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby regis- business under the fictitious busitered by the following owner: Cal J. ness name or names listed above on

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002108 The name of the business(es): MZ Media Marketing Located at: 2112 Gold Poppy Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Matthew Wieland 2. Zachary Pakin. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Zachary Pakin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 6, 2020 by Deputy J Celestial Expires 5/6/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82696 Publish dates: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002148 The name of the business: 7 Eleven 38737A Located at: 5931 Lone Tree Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Air Investments Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jappanbir Singh Sarang / President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 7, 2020 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 5/7/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82673 Publish dates: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002211 The name of the business: SVAS Located at: 2581 Camelback Road In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Sujatha A Padavettan. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3/1/19. Signature of registrant: Sujatha A Padavettan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 13, 2020 by Deputy J Celestial Expires 5/13/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82663 Publish dates: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002317 The name of the business: Small Graces Located at: 480 Chesapeake Ter In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Y. Patrice Lavaly. 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: Y. Patrice Lavaly. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 21, 2020 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 5/21/2025 Brentwood Press - The Press No. 02-1273 82763 Publish dates: June 6, 12, 19, 26, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002323 The name of the business: Roxanne Casey, Olive & Orange Located at: 3859 Walnut Blvd In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Roxanne Casey. This business is conducted by: An Invididual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Roxanne Casey, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 21, 2020 by Deputy J Graff Expires May 21, 2025 Brentwood Press - The Press No. 02-1273 82764 Publish dates: June 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002434 The name of the business: Mechanical Design Services Located at: 304 Gladstone Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. William Austin Ashmore 2. Joanne Elaine Ashmore. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. The registrant

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002105 The name of the business: Stone Builders Incorporated Located at: 1487 Mallard Lane In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Stone Builders Incorporated. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Rebecca Stone CEO and Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 6, 2020 by Deputy J Celestial Expires 5/6/2025 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 82695 Publish dates: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002187 The name of the business: McAllister Company Located at: 2827 Vine Hill Road In: Oakley, Ca 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Mike McAllister Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/28/2015. Signature of registrant: Mike McAllister, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 12, 2020 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 5/12/2025 Oakley Press - The Press No. 03-0477 82765 Publish dates: June 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002201 The name of the business: Ozment Build To Suit Construction Located at: 4998 Gardenia Ave In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Robert M. Ozment. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on April 5, 2004. Signature of registrant: Robert Ozment. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 12, 2020 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 5/12/2025 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 82657 Publish dates: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 2020.

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Protests from page 1 Another young woman at the protest, who declined to state her name, said she was present to show solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. “There is a problem with the police state,” she said. “I believe that a solution is to divest in the police state in alternative forms … We need to listen to the community and what the community is asking for, and a lot of the communities affected by police brutality are saying that the police presence and an increased investment in the police is not the answer. I think we should listen to them as they’re crying out for help.” Some protesters observed quietly while standing with the crowd, such as Judy Volta, who noted she was present to listen and learn, as she was deeply affected by Floyd’s death. Others offered their firsthand experiences of feeling afraid of the police. “I want justice. I’m tired of every time I get pulled over, I’m afraid for my life,” said a 21-year-old African American man, who was later seen hugging Oakley Police Chief Eric Christensen. “I’m tired of, wherever I go, I’m followed by police officers, even though I didn’t do anything … I can’t keep saying I want change but do it from the sidelines, so here I am.” The protest remained loud but peaceful as the night progressed. The only semblance of an incident that evening was short-lived, when a large truck drove by with windows rolled down and seats filled

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with people who taunted the protesters, who, in turn, responded with choice words. Prior to that, four trucks full of passengers drove slowly through the city hall parking lot with those inside the vehicles watching the protesters while their backs were turned. About 125 protesters then moved on to Brentwood, beginning at city hall downtown and marching to the Brentwood Police Department (BPD) station off Brentwood Boulevard. When they arrived, the crowd chanted, “Take a knee.” At that point, Brentwood Police Chief Tom Hansen crossed the grass and joined the demonstrators in kneeling, which has become a show of solidarity. He was welcomed with cheers from the crowd and then stood to speak. “I can tell you, I’ve been a police officer for 34 years, and I’ve helped a lot of people. I’ve never hurt anybody,” Hansen said, as those listening continued to kneel. “I want you to know, don’t paint us with a brush like that, okay? My police department loves you. They love you. We work hard to be safe and to keep you safe out here, and we appreciate you so much for coming here and accepting us and doing this the right way. We hear you, and we’re going to make some changes.” His words were greeted by more cheering as some walked up to hug Hansen. The following night, a smaller protest took place at The Streets of Brentwood. Despite concerns of looting — as virtual threats circulated the internet — the dem-

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tensen joined the OPD as a captain in 2018 and was named chief later that same year after previous Chief Chris Thorsen retired. Prior to coming back to Oakley, Christensen was Chief of Police in Lafayette. Under Christensen’s guidance, the OPD shot up the ranks of “Safest Cities in California,” mostly recently breaking into the top 20 as 16th Safest City out of more than 200 cities (and ahead of all other East County areas) as determined by Safewise, an independent security solutions review organization. “Chief Christensen’s community outreach efforts are to be commended, adding a new and very positive element to our community-oriented policing activities,” Mayor

Algae

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Jim Mattison of the Discovery Bay Community Foundation (DBCF) has taken it upon himself to help find a solution to the problem. He is part of a statewide committee of scientists and community leaders looking for a way to mitigate the algae. “Unfortunately for Discovery Bay, we are not in an enclosed pond or lake so our challenges are much greater being part of the entire Delta with constant tidal flow,” Mattison said. He and a group of scientists col-

Clarification A recent quote in The Press from Brentwood City Councilmember Karen Rarey regarding possible future plans for the Deer Ridge Golf Club, should have read:

onstration of 30 or so people ended without incident just before 10 p.m., according to Brentwood Police Lieutenant Walter O’Grodnick. “We are very thankful we have not had any arrests associated with looting or any other unlawful acts during the protests,” O’Grodnick said Tuesday, June 2. “Yesterday’s decision to close businesses early at The Streets’ request was a collaborative effort after seeing a few messages circulating social-media platforms encouraging unlawful activity.” O’Grodnick said BPD assigned additional officers to patrol not only The Streets of Brentwood but other businesses as well out of an abundance of caution. “We’ll navigate this unprecedented climate together and continue to support peaceful protests, but we will not tolerate acts of physical violence or other unlawful activity,” he continued. “We can’t thank our community enough for their continued support and our law enforcement partners for the ongoing communication and their willingness to step up and assist our agency should the need arise.” While East County displayed activism without violence, that wasn’t the case across the whole of Contra Costa, which officially proclaimed a state of emergency and enacted a curfew Tuesday night. Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton — the county’s first African American woman to be elected to her seat — addressed the tragedy of Floyd’s death along with activity within her juris-

Kevin Romick added. The Oakley community will miss Christensen — not only for his success in keeping the city safe, but for his personality, warmth and exuberance for his job. “Chief Christensen will be remembered fondly for his intensity and passion for the profession. He put in many long hours to serve us as Oakley residents and provided great strength to the operational policies and processes of the department,” City Manager Bryan Montgomery said. “Eric has been a tremendous asset to Oakley and was always seeking ways to better serve the citizens of the city.” “I am very appreciative for the opportunity to serve as Oakley’s police chief,” said Christensen. “It has truly been an honor to do so. Over the past few years, I have done my best to help move the department forward. It’s

lect samples from the bays in town each month, testing for toxins. Those trips have been halted by COVID-19, but Mattison hopes to continue them once the county’s restrictions allow it. DBCF, along with the Central Valley Water Board, has secured an $80,000 grant to conduct a load study of the water in and around Discovery Bay. The hope is the study will shed more light on how and why the algae has grown exponentially and will be conducted once COVID-19 restrictions are eased.

“I think there are a lot of good prospects in this,” said Rarey, who noted that a key next step will involve gathering the community’s feedback and input.

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diction. “I am heartbroken and horrified by the murder of George Floyd and the other unjust deaths of black men and women in this country,” Becton said. “As the chief law enforcement official of Contra Costa, I took an oath to ensure justice for everyone under the law. The fight for justice does not end at the borders of our county or in our communities. We all have a responsibility to speak out against and eradicate injustices wherever we find them. The officers responsible for the murder of George Floyd must be held accountable.” Becton continued to say the right to peacefully assemble and protest are a vital part of the fabric of this nation, and the majority of participants have been peaceful and even inspiring. “I am disappointed that the righteous marches and gatherings are being infiltrated and hijacked by a small minority of people with other agendas,” she said. “The individuals who are exploiting the pain and the cause of so many in our community by committing acts of violence and destruction will be held accountable. We must not let the acts of the detractors deter us from the issue at hand. We must never stop working to eradicate racism and bring about systematic change throughout all systems, especially in our criminal justice system. I will continue to fight for criminal justice reform not only just in Contra Costa but throughout this nation.” To view a video and a slideshow, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia

now time to hand the football off to another player to keep it moving forward. During the last few months of this health care crisis, we’ve all spent a little more time thinking about what is important to each of us. While it has stressed our interactions with each other, it has hopefully strengthened our bonds at home.” Christensen said he’ll miss his work and colleagues but knows the residents of Oakley will be in good hands with OPD. “The dedication, bravery and hard work of the men and women who serve in the Oakley Police Department can’t be topped,” he said. “The citizens of Oakley deserve nothing but the best, and I tried to give them that every day, and I truly believe they will continue to get the best from this department going forward.”

While the toxins are harmful to humans and their pets, they can also endanger local wildlife. “Blue-green algae depletes the oxygen from the water and can kill fish and other Delta inhabitants,” Mattison said. “Usually, this will subside in October when the water cools off and the nights grow longer.” Residents should contact the county if they see the algae blooming near their docks, as the town itself has neither the funding nor the authority to deal with it. “With this warm weather, it’s likely we will have to contend with another season of algae,” said Mike Davies, general manager. “The Town will continue to keep residents informed by updating our website as information comes in from Contra Costa County Health and the California Water Boards.” Davies expressed sympathy with the frustration of residents whose bays are

clogged with invasive weeds and algal blooms, acknowledging water activities are a fundamental part of the life of his community. Human exposure to water containing toxic harmful algal blooms, for example by direct body contact or ingestion, can result in a number of symptoms including the following: • Rashes • Eye, nose, mouth or throat irritation • Allergic reactions • Headache • Gastrointestinal upset, such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea Pets are especially susceptible, as they can ingest the toxins when licking their bodies. For more information from the county, visit https://cchealth.org/eh/hab/. Information can also be found on the Town of Discovery Bay’s website at www.todb. ca.gov.

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This new WBA proposal is just a reverse strategy to get the zone change first, then let both the restaurant fail and the unproven micro-energy proposal too. Due to the limited time afforded to address this issue, I wont go into the environmental impact this proposal would have on the surrounding community at this point. My main concern is that we don’t fall prey to these charlatans whose objective is to deceive the community to obtain their rezone end goal by any means necessary. The people of Deer Ridge are watching and taking notes — at least some are. It is our sincere hope that you, our elected representatives, are taking note too. Thank you for your time and attention. Wayne Francis Brentwood

Reopening plans, and shortfall in state education funding

Editor: You guys realize science is saying kids don’t even transmit the disease? Also you’re more likely to get struck by lightning then die from the Wuhan virus if you are under the age of 20. That’s the reason there is such a shortfall here in this state. You only believe science and things that are good if it helps you defeat the common American. Science has now proven that this disease is not even as deadly as the common flu. Yet we are treating it like it is smallpox. Jonathan Owens Brentwood

Coming together against racism

Editor: The senseless murder of George Floyd has sparked widespread concern over the cruelties meted out by some law enforcement against African Americans and the broader issue of systemic racism and racial injustice. As Ahmadi Muslims, we follow the teachings of Islam, which inculcate compassion and sympathy for all humans. The Holy Quran states that “O ye who believe! Be strict in observing justice, and be witnesses for God, even though it be against yourselves or against parent and kindred.” (4:136) The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) preached over 14 centuries ago that “a white has no superiority over a black nor a black has any superiority over white except by piety and good actions.” Reflecting on these words, I encourage my fellow Americans to pay heed to this message and let us all come together and raise our voices toward justice and against racism. Imam Khalid Khan Bay Point

Spreading peace

Editor: Across the streets of America citizens stand united against a common enemy, a corrupt political system that refuses social justice to its people and neglects the ignorance of its leaders who claim to fight for the people. Peace is a word that crosses many minds but few people are willing to take action on

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it. Now is the time when one’s passion to take action is truly put to the test as people from across America fight against police brutality and black oppression. Some may argue that this is a movement led by violence and hate against the police force of America but no, this is a call for equality that is long overdue for the black citizens of this country. In the past week the streets of Brentwood and Oakley have been filled with peaceful protesters exercising their first amendment rights and truly showing how the power of unity can make an impact. In the midst of this conflict the country is being divided and measures are put in place to restrict the fundamental ideals the country was built upon, the voices of young people are leading this movement through social media but they struggle to be heard. Our leaders cower at the idea of change and fail to acknowledge the rights of its citizens in a time of need. This fear reflects an image of hate on the movement happening. This fear must be ignored as this issue will not be resolved with conformity. Activists must continue to spread knowledge and peace until improvements are made upon society and silence by large media outlets is disgraceful to their responsibilities as journalists. Change is made once people are willing to stand up to their oppressors and take justice into their own hands. Emily Redman Brentwood

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Editor: Thank you for your service Chief Christensen. Enjoy your retirement. I do hope you have many, many years to look back on all the good you have done for law enforcement and for the public you have served. I know firsthand how well that service was applied, when citizens need police protection the most. My daughter, Megan Christina Svoboda, needed that protection July 27, 2018, when she was assaulted by her boyfriend; you were there, and again in the early morning hours of July 7, 2019, at 1 a.m., when she was found at home with that same boyfriend — not breathing, no pulse, a black eye and bruises on her face. You were there. I was there when she passed July 26, 2019, from the massive anoxic brain injury she received July 7, 2019, of unknown cause and method as determined by the San Francisco medical examiner. I do believe you did your very best, having listened to the nine hours of video and audio evidence of abuse and threats Megan had recorded, which she and her child had suffered. I will remember our Nov. 1, 2019, phone conversation quite fondly and the actions you took to investigate. Congratulations, I wish you the best. Pass that football; let the game continue. Well done. Sean Birney Oakley

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