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Peaceful protesters decry racism by Aly Brown Staff Writer
DISCOVERY BAY Protesters peacefully gathered in Discovery Bay, Nov. 21, following a racially charged incident that was caught on camera and later went viral. The protest generated about 40 participants and sought to “tell Discovery Bay that racism anywhere is unacceptable and that Black lives in White majority neighborhoods matter.” This message came on the heels of Discovery Bay resident Adana Dean’s actions, which were caught on camera by her neighbors, the Jones family. In footage posted to social media, Dean is seen telling members of the Jones family that they were “acting Black in a White neighborhood” over a dispute about the Jones’ dog. Dean claimed the family’s dog had attacked her dog, although the family’s surveillance footage showed otherwise. The protest began at Discovery Bay Presbyterian Church, with protesters marching to the gates of the Discovery Bay
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Jariell Jones leads protesters down Discovery Bay Boulevard, Saturday, Nov. 21. Jones and her family were confronted by a White neighbor who made racial comments outside their home in Discovery Bay. Country Club. Family members took a moment to share their perspective. “Today we march for change to prove that hate like that, which was displayed this
past Monday by Adana Dean, cannot be tolerated and that if you decide to act that way, you will be held accountable,” said Jariell Jones during the protest. Jariell is the sister of the
“ The events of the last semester have shown
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just how important the ritual of going to school is to a vast majority of our students.
REGIONAL While the Liberty Union High School District’s (LUHSD) hopes for a January return to the classroom were dashed in the wake of surging COVID-19 cases, the board still approved its hybrid reopening plan. The plan received approval at its Nov. 18 meeting. According to LUHSD Superintendent Eric Volta, the first quarter grades illustrate a desperate need to return to campus in order
for students to take advantage of on-site interventions. Volta reported that, when compared to figures in 2019, the rise of students right now with a GPA below 1 has raised from 4.38% to 13.9%; students with a GPA
below 1.99 has increased from 14.35% to 27.61%. “The events of the last semester have shown just how important the ritual of going to school is to a vast majority of our students,” he wrote in a
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OAKLEY City officials have approved possible alterations to a 2,789-unit housing project along Oakley’s eastern boundary that involve the addition of two-story town homes and senior housing. Alterations could possibly include the removal of commercial land uses and a planned elementary school. The proposed changes involve two of four project segments — totalling 2,488 units — slated for the northwest corner of Bethel Island and East Cypress roads and near Summer Lake South. The project’s final maps and design review are likely to go before the council for approval sometime before December 2025, when the development agreements expire, said Nancy Marquez-Suarez, assistant to the city manager. At least some of the proposed land plan changes stem from the environmental permitting process that required extensive wetland and open-space preservation. In turn, the overall planned unit count has been reduced by 74 — to the current 2,789 from its original plan of 2,863 units. “As a result of that environmental permitting, they had to scale back substantially in order to preserve wetland and also open space for the development,” said Community Development Director Joshua McMurray. Project alterations on the table include replacing an estimated 14.7 acres of planned commercial land uses with 234 two-story at-
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Waffle truck serving up healthy comfort food by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent
OAKLEY As East County struggles to adjust amidst tightening state and county restrictions, one Oakley woman is bringing her community together with waffles. Anissa Williams — Oakley’s newest city councilmember — has built a food truck business called Wanna Waffle? around the concept that tasty, interesting food can also fit into a diet plan. When she found she could control her epilepsy by following a ketogenic diet, Williams ditched the meds and began creating keto and gluten-free waffles. Then she made a foodie-haven for like-minded folks. “When we’d go out, my options were a bun-less sandwich or burger, or a salad,” she said. “It gets to be a little bit boring, and I wanted to have some of the stuff all my friends were having. The waffle becomes the perfect vehicle for that, and it’s easy to make some low-carb toppings that are still interesting.” Williams said her goal is to create a menu
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that excites both parents and kids, with locally sourced, high-quality ingredients in unusual flavor combinations. “My menu is definitely not average,” she said. “I do want people to push the envelope on what they’re willing to try. My signature waffle has an avocado smash with blue cheese, spicy honey and red pepper flakes,
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the globe. When shelter-in-place restrictions closed restaurants, her New York-based company furloughed its employees – including Williams – and she saw it as an opportunity to follow a dream. “I had, in previous positions, done some food truck work, so I was familiar with it and decided to give that a shot,” Williams said. She found a truck that could be ready in a few months and embraced the small space with a design that allowed for maximum efficiency. She said she has loved being part of the recent food truck explosion, allowing people to safely gather in an open area and feel a human connection. One of her favorite spots to park is Broken Road Farm in Brentwood. “Anissa’s waffles are amazing, and her food truck is adorable, and she and her husband and her family are just good people,” said Sara Mires, who owns the farm. For more information on Wanna Waffle? or to find their next location, visit www. Ijustwannawaffle.com, follow @wannawaffle? (Instagram) or visit the their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ijustwannawaffle.
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County extends commercial tenant eviction ban by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer
REGIONAL Contra Costa County smallbusiness commercial tenants who are behind on rent due to pandemic-induced impacts can breathe a sigh of relief — at least for now. County leaders extended a temporary ban on most small-business and nonprofit organization tenant evictions of renters financially struggling because of the pandemic. The eviction prohibition, which now runs through the end of January, also gives affected tenants until the end of March to pay back rent and prohibits associated late fees from being charged through the end of
January. The county’s eviction regulations went into effect earlier this year and were scheduled to end in late November without county action. “Anything we can do to keep the economy going as much as we can is, I think, going to be a really good investment, and I hope people will be able to hold on through this next shutdown,” said District 3 Supervisor Diane Burgis. County officials said the pandemic and associated state and local public health orders have altered many county residents’ income, along with possibly driving up their medical expenses.
Contra Costa County is currently in the purple tier of the state’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy. Among other restrictions, this tier requires retail locations to operate at 25% capacity and mandates that restaurants, museums, places of worship, gyms and movie theaters operate outdoors only. “Given that we have shifted back into the purple tier, and we aren’t seeing an expansion of small-business opportunities — we are actually seeing a contraction at this point — we want to provide some relief,” said Candace Andersen, Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors chair. Affected tenants must provide landlords with documented proof of pandemic-caused
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financial struggles, which can include out-ofpocket medical expenses. Accepted documented proof may include a tenant-signed letter, under penalty of perjury; employer letters citing the pandemic or related government action for reduced work or employment termination; paycheck stubs; bank statements and school letters or notifications if the tenant is alleging that a homebound school-age child resulted in income loss. Landlords are excluded from charging associated late rent fees to impacted tenants through the end of January, and all back rent is due no later than March 31, 2021, unless other tenant-landlord agreements are reached that extend that timeline. The ordinance doesn’t apply to evictions necessary to protect the health or safety of the landlord or other tenants or in county locations in which local governing bodies have approved ordinances dealing with the same issue. At least one county resident has questioned whether the regulation deadlines will need to be further extended to outlast the pandemic-induced effects. “Now that we are in the purple tier, we can remain in the purple tier longer than the (considered timeline) proposes,” said one Oakley resident, who identified herself as Michelle. “Once we move from purple to red to orange to yellow, and once we are in yellow, then I think you can make a determination on the time frame of this statute.” For more information on the ordinance, or to view county tenant or landlord resources, visit https://bit.ly/33i0adI.
Couple found guilty of murder ANTIOCH A Contra Costa County jury returned a guilty verdict against defendants Tearri Richard (26-year-old resident of Tulare, California) and Lakia Poles (26-yearold resident of Tulare, California) for the murder of Raul Garcia on Nov. 24. Richard faces a sentence of life without the possibility of parole and Poles faces 25 years to life. On Sept. 1, 2019, the victim Raul Garcia and the defendants got into a verbal altercation in Pittsburg at a Chevron gas station after Poles’ car nearly hit the victim’s car. Poles, enraged at the victim, called her husband Richard to come to the scene. Richard proceeded to arrive at the scene, threatened to shoot and kill Garcia – he said he would “spray them all” and “we’re going to get you.” Poles followed the victim’s car onto state Highway 4 eastbound as the victim desperately tried to elude her by driving aggressively back on to state Highway 4 westbound and then through city streets in Antioch. As the victim tried to flee from Poles, Poles was on the phone with her husband to keep him updated on their location. Richard in turn located the victim’s car and shot three bullets at Garcia’s vehicle on Putnam Avenue. One bullet struck Garcia in the back. Case information: People v. Tearri Richard and Lakia Poles, Docket Number 05-200114-7
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Driver injured in hot rod rollover by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer
A vehicle accident was reported just after 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22 on the 1700 block of Chestnut St., east of the intersection with Sellers Avenue. Firefighters and paramedics arrived on scene to find the driver trapped in a brightly colored hot rod that was resting on its driver’s side. The driver involved in the single-vehicle rollover accident was flown from the accident scene in Brentwood to a trauma center for treatment of his injuries. Firefighters from the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District required approximately
10 minutes to extricate the driver - the sole occupant of the vehicle - from the wreckage. Once extricated, the patient was carried to a waiting Contra Costa Fire Protection District helicopter that had landed in a field just north of the accident scene and flown to John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek. According to witness statements, speed did not appear to be a factor. Neither drug nor alcohol impairment was suspected. Officers said that mechanical failure could have played a role in the accident, and their investigation is ongoing. To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress.net/ multimedia/slideshows. To follow breaking news, download The Press app, or like thepress.net Facebook page.
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Woman struck by hit-and-run driver by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer
Brentwood police are searching for a driver who struck a pedestrian Nov. 23 and then fled the scene. According to radio traffic from the Contra Costa Regional Fire Communications Center, the female victim was conscious and breathing after being struck. She was transported by ground to John Muir Medical Cen-
ter in Walnut Creek and is expected to recover from her injuries. The incident was reported at 7:29 a.m. on the 1000 block of Mill Creek Way. Brentwood police said the incident is still under investigation and believe they have a suspect and description of the car. This is an ongoing story, check back for updates. To follow breaking news, download The Press app, or like thepress.net Facebook page.
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City Park gazebo to be named after Mayor Taylor by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer
BRENTWOOD Mayor Bob Taylor’s 16-year city council run — nearly 14 years as mayor — will end in December. But city leaders are ensuring his legacy will carry on. The city council in a unanimous vote, will rename the City Park gazebo, which Taylor and a host of volunteers resurrected in 2019, the Mayor Robert “Bob” Taylor City Park Gazebo. “Of everything he accomplished in the city, he literally built that with his hands and his persistence,” said Mayor-elect Joel Bryant. “It is absolutely one of the things that makes coming downtown a momentous occasion.” Taylor, who abstained from the vote, spearheaded the iconic structure’s restoration over about a year, between 2018 and 2019, with a legion of volunteers helping and an estimated $350,000 of donated materials, which includes the decorative copper roof. The 20-by-20-foot, 12-foot-tall fixture
(excluding the steeple) — behind the City Park rose garden, near the farmer statue — replaced a similar piece that had served as the go-to location for residents’ weddings, graduations and prom photos before being torn down during the 2007 City Park renovation. “(The rebuilt gazebo) really harkens back to a much more calm, rural feeling when you come downtown,” Bryant said. “It’s beautiful. It wouldn’t be there without him.” Fellow City Councilmember Claudette Staton agreed. Staton had floated an idea to rename the entire park in Taylor’s honor, but he humbly rejected that before recusing himself from further council action on the topic. “(Taylor) is the longest-serving mayor in the history of Brentwood,” Staton said. “I made this (suggestion) as a sign of respect for someone who has dedicated a big portion of his life. It was in respect, honor and recognition of him.” Taylor, who noted that he was over-
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Brentwood holiday parade set to take place with a twist The Brentwood Chamber of Commerce will sponsor its annual holiday parade this year on Saturday, Dec. 12, from 4 to 9 p.m., but with a few modifications. “It will be a reverse parade,” said coordinator Vicky Little. “That means the parade floats will be parked on the side of the road in the downtown parking spots, and we will take reservations for vehicles to be able to drive through the middle of the street and look at the parade on the left and right.” This year’s theme is The Holiday Express and centers around the classic Christmas film, “The Polar Express.” Little said parade participants would incorporate pieces of the movie in
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Much to be grateful for this Thanksgiving Every year that I have had the privilege of writing for The Press, I’ve dedicated an article to Thanksgiving. Some pieces had the history of the first celebration or perhaps a story or two about my family in Brooklyn and how we celebrated it all Senior together at Aunt Tina orner and Uncle Maxie’s apartment. Squished into the living room like happy sardines, we looked forward to that evening for the company, the food and that amazing lemon meringue pie that only Marla she could make. The Luckhardt table that barely fit over 25 of us was in the living room, and we kids had to crawl under the table to get out if the grownups were still chatting over coffee. It was always joyful, and I treasure the happy memories with gusto. For the last few years, we were invited to our dear friend’s home to share Thanksgiving with them. Again, the evening was filled with laughter, great food and lots of love. Two families blended together by friendship over many years was the same as gathering with that family in Brooklyn. Two days ago, I received a beautiful Thanksgiving card from them saying we will return to our normal holiday next year, and I agreed wholeheartedly on that. I recall one year that I did not know a soul in California, and I ate a tasty sandwich while I watched television. Not the best Thanksgiving I ever had, but I survived and then invited many “transplants” who had little or no family over to my small apartment for several years after that. Reminders of that tiny Brooklyn apartment that meant so much to me came flooding back. This year, as we navigate the rules and
precautions that we are taking with the pandemic still raging, I am truly thankful for a roof over my head, food to eat and a man that I am truly blessed to have in my life. We will enjoy some turkey and the fixins’ together and maybe share some of that food with neighbors who may be staying in alone. A little Thanksgiving DoorDash! I look forward to snuggling up on the couch, watching some movies or a show and making sure the phone calls, texts and Zooms are made to loved ones that we will definitely see again soon. It has been a very long nine months as we hunker down for a while longer. Usually by now I am wrapping presents, decorating our tree and setting up food for an army of hungry grandkids. It feels like I am just running late on everything, but in reality, both Grandpa and I agreed here in this house, we will wait until it is really safe to have a big dinner party. For the first time in over 35 years, we will not be hosting Christmas Eve, but that is just paving the way for a lovely reunion soon with nobody missing from our table. Whatever your feelings are about this uniquely strange time we find ourselves in, nobody can tell anyone else what is best for them. As a senior couple, we will take whatever precautions we feel are necessary to stay well and not be exposed to COVID-19. We will both continue to wear a mask when it is essential to venture out, to protect ourselves and others. That is our holiday gift to all. With all of my heart I want to say happy and healthy Thanksgiving to everyone. May the day bring memories of safer times, and if you are gathering, know that I have you all in my thoughts for a safe and worry-free time. Happy Thanksgiving from Grandpa and me. Stay safe and well. 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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Ed McClellan of Operation Creekside, left, receives a check from Brentwood Lions Club President Dave Ciruli to help support the group’s eighth annual Holiday Pack for the Troops. Organized by Brentwood Auto Parts, Operation Creekside and VFW Post 10789, the organization is now accepting donations. Volunteers are needed for the packing event at Veterans Hall on Tuesday, Dec. 8, at 6 p.m. All ages are welcome. Donations can be dropped off at Brentwood Auto Parts, 7881 Brentwood Blvd., or the evening of the pack at the Veterans Hall, 757 First St. For more information or to make a donation in any form, call Brentwood Auto Parts at 925634-3952 or email, Naparick@sbcglobal.net.
Still time to register for food, toy drive There are two more opportunities for families to sign up for The Brentwood Regional Community Chest’s (BRCC) Holiday Food and Toy Drive. “There is still plenty of room for families to register for the program this year,” said BRCC founder Lill Pierce. “We want to ensure everyone is provided for and can celebrate and enjoy the holidays.” Registration dates are Wednesday, Dec. 2, from 1 to 2 p.m.; and Thursday, Dec. 10, from 3 to 4 p.m. Food and gift distribution will be held on Saturday, Dec. 19.
Preregistration is required, as well as identification and proof of residency. BRCC will not share any personal or family information with any outside organization or agency. The program is limited to 500 registrants; Brentwood, Byron, Discovery Bay, Knightsen and Bethel Island residents only. Registration will be at Veterans Park, 3841 Balfour Road (next to the Brentwood Senior Center.) Sign-up tables will be set up for registrants, and masks are required. For more information, visit www.brcchest.org.
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BRYON UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD VACANCY CALL FOR APPLICATIONS The District is accepting applications to fill a Board member vacancy by provisional appointment. The individual appointed to the vacant seat will serve on the Board through November 2022. The deadline to submit an application is December 11, 2020 at 12:00 pm. For more information and to apply please visit our district website at https://www. byronunionschooldistrict.us/ , stop by the district office at 14301 Byron Hwy Byron Ca 94514, or call 925-809-7502.
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TOP 5 TRUST ADMINISTRATION MISTAKES
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Trust Administration is a process most families must undergo after the death of a parent to administer the trust estate and distribute the assets. By nature, the process can be emotional and stressful. Here is a list of the top 5 trust administration mistakes we see clients make: 1. Premature Distribution of Assets. Truth be told, soon after the death of a loved one, everyone is eager to receive their inheritance. Often times, a crisis suddenly “appears” and a beneficiary starts demanding money. Succumbing to the pressure, the Successor Trustee tries to be the good guy and distributes the assets before realizing there are more expenses. Successor Trustees should NOT distribute any assets until they have a complete understanding of the trust administration and all expenses. When in doubt, the Successor Trustee should hold back a sufficient reserve for final expenses. 2. Distribution of Assets without a Written Agreement. Assets should NEVER be distributed without a written agreement signed by all beneficiaries agreeing to the terms of the distribution and approving all expenses incurred to date. The cost for an attorney to prepare this agreement is peanuts in comparison to the cost of litigation after there is a dispute among beneficiaries. 3. Failure to Keep Records. The Successor Trustee is often overwhelmed by the amount of work that is involved in a trust administration. Tasks include selling real property, opening and closing various financial accounts, paying bills, and communicating with the beneficiaries. If you are a Successor Trustee, you must keep thorough records either through Quickbooks (or similar software) or you should hire a bookkeeper. As a Successor Trustee, you have a fiduciary duty to the beneficiaries
and that duty includes the duty to account for all monies in the estate. As the Successor Trustee, you must be able to account for every dollar. 4. Failure to Pay Yourself. In the beginning of the process, the Successor Trustee usually says, “I do not need to be compensated.” Never say this! If, at the end of the trust administration, you still do not want compensation, then you can waive your fees. However, by the end of the administration, rarely does any Successor Trustee waive their fees. Administering a trust, is a lot of work! Only single children should waive their fees. 5. Failure to give Proper Notice under the Law. Under California law, a Successor Trustee is required to give a formal notice under Probate Code Section 16061.7 to all trust beneficiaries and legal heirs. Until the notice is given and the time has expired, the beneficiaries and legal heirs can bring an action to contest the terms of the trust. It is important that this notice is properly served and time has expired prior to any distribution of assets. If a beneficiary contests the terms of the trust, the Successor Trustee may use trust monies to defend the trust instrument. Being a Successor Trustee is a lot of work and comes with significant personal liability. If you are in doubt as to whether you or your Successor Trustee is doing something correctly, seek legal counsel. If you have questions about trust administration, we offer FREE 30 minute consultations in our Walnut Creek and Brentwood offices. This article provides only general legal information, and not specific legal advice. Information contained is not a substitute for a personal consultation with an attorney. LAW OFFICE OF JOAN GRIMES, PHONE (925) 939-1680 1600 S. Main Street, Suite 100, Walnut Creek, CA 94513 © 2020 Joan Grimes
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Gazebo from page 7 whelmed and quite flattered by Staton’s suggestion to rename the entire park in his honor, said the rebuilt gazebo fulfilled his pledge to the community. “I had promised the citizens that I would bring the gazebo back, and I wanted to do it before I went out of office,” Taylor said. “It’s a beautiful asset for everybody.” Taylor first proposed the rebuild in 2013, but the idea didn’t materialize after being forwarded to the parks and rec commission. He reignited the idea by sending it to the city council agenda in 2016, but the endeavor was held up again after the parks and rec commission opposed the proposed location — near the corner of the park, between the barbecue area and the water-play feature. The commission feared the gazebo would reduce space for park events, the park
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decades ago and the way we came together after the attack. As a final tribute, the “Eye of Diablo” Beacon will be lit, to shine throughout the night as a tribute to those who served and as a reminder of our strength as a nation when we come together. “When that Beacon light is turned on, that’s a tribute to those individuals who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor,” said Pearl Harbor survivor Earl “Chuck” Kohler from Concord. Save Mount Diablo’s Executive Director Ted Clement noted, “This year it is especially important that we come together as a nation to honor National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day and those who served.” Find the video link on Save Mount Diablo’s home page at 4:30 p.m. on Dec. 7, at www.savemountdiablo.org.
noise would interfere with gazebo events and the structure’s Victorian facade would clash with the civic center’s modern Spanish style. The debate was finally settled in March 2017, when then-Vice Mayor Steve Barr suggested the current site, as it’s in a prime position for viewing events, and the rose garden fits nicely into pictures as a backdrop. The location also averted any conflict with irrigation valves and lateral lines and allowed all trees to remain in place, which were issues that initially concerned city staff members. Taylor said crews put a lot of effort into the design, taking into consideration the need for portable chairs to be placed nearby for future ceremonies inside the gazebo. “Hopefully everyone will enjoy it for years and years to come,” he said. To comment, visit www.thepress.net
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Editor: With the second wave of COVID-19 hampering many Thanksgiving plans this year, one positive to it all is that it has made me dive deeper into my faith as an Ahmadi Muslim and recognize the blessings God has given us and be thankful for our health, warm home and food to nourish our bodies. So many Americans are struggling this year with loss of income and jobs. It reminds me of a verse in the Holy Quran that states, “Surely there is ease after hardship.” Chapter 94:6. As an Ahmadi Muslim, we are taught to hold onto hope because God is indeed merciful. In the meantime, those of us who can give, please give wholeheartedly now more than ever. Spread happiness and be an example of kindness. So many physical characteristics can divide us, but in the end we are all human, and we all could use a helping hand. Faiza Shah Pittsburg
Big hand for a smooth march
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the planned march went smoothly. They went as far as to shut down part of Discovery Bay Boulevard to provide the 40 marchers a safe avenue to walk. While Discovery Bay does not endorse or promote racism in any form, it was comforting to see the men and woman in blue making sure everyone felt safe. It boggles my mind how any town in America could promote defunding any law enforcement agencies. We hope with Measure X passing in November that it will help fund community health centers, provide timely fire and emergency response, support crucial safety net services, invest in early childhood services, protect vulnerable populations and help provide for other essential county services. With the country in so much turmoil, again we thank fire and law enforcement for all you do every day. Jim Mattison Discovery Bay
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Editor: I just received the Brentwood Press publication and was pleased to read a letter to the editor from Mayor Bob Taylor. Mayor Bob graciously thanked the citizens of Brentwood for allowing him to represent them for the past 16 years. Well, Mayor Bob, you really got it wrong this time! Both yourself and
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your ever-gracious wife, First Lady Pam Taylor, are the ones who are most deserving of sincere appreciation and thanks from the citizens of Brentwood. You have both given unselfishly of your time to work for the betterment of the city and its citizens. Although I admit that I often found myself questioning your choice of sport coats and hats — you used them to help make your mark — you have always been there, willing to make those “guest appearances” in your turkey suit for the holidays; beating the pavement, soliciting donations for turkeys for the Brentwood Community Chest among many causes you helped to successfully promote. This was ALL for the greater good of the citizens and the city. As with any public official, especially one willing to serve for 16 years as mayor, there were always votes, decisions and issues that may have been questioned, but NEVER could anyone question your dedication to doing what you felt was in the best interest of the city and citizens of Brentwood. Thank you Mayor Bob for your efforts, fortitude and positive attitude in moving Brentwood forward for the past two decades. Be very proud of your accomplishments, and take your lovely bride out for a nice dinner — you’ve both earned it! Kevin & Gloria King Brentwood
Time to repair the damage
Editor: The election is over, finally. President draft-dodging coward will soon be gone, and we can ALL do what we can to repair the damage that his administration did to our once fine country. The lying, racism, sexism, xenophobia and bigotry that reared up during the past four years has shown us that we are not as good as we thought we were. After four years of this behavior, there are still 70 million plus Americans who voted to continue this slide into a repulsive totalitarian state. What do we have to do to bring them back to reality? Joe Biden is not a great choice, but on his worst day, he is a thousand times better than president bone spurs. From day one his message has been one of healing the worst division our country has seen since 1860. But the response from the tin hat people has been to attack the new president’s son with fake and absurd allegations. Limbaugh, Hannity and Ingraham spew lies and half truths, and idiots still believe them. The fourth estate, the mainstream media, whatever you want to call them will be the ones to counter this vile lying. Honest unbiased data and reporting is out there; we just have to use it to form our opinions, not the biased information that comes from places like FOX. By aligning themselves with proven science and technology, the new administration will get a handle on the COVID issue. And they will have to follow up with some painful and drastic measures to repair our bleeding economy. Support them, help them and stop buying into the right-wing lies from the soon-to-be removed person in the White House! Bill Sumner Bethel Island
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Former Freedom star named college player of the week Former Freedom High School football star Giles Jackson, now playing for the University of Michigan, was recently named Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week following his explosive kick return touchdown to help the Wolverines defeat Rutgers 48-42 on Nov. 21. Jackson, a 2019 Freedom grad, took the third-quarter opening kickoff 95 yards for a score, which brought Michigan within three of Rutgers with 14:49 left in the third quarter. The Michigan sophomore finished the game with four kick returns for 159 yards and the score to go along with four catches for 50 yards. In two seasons, the 5-foot, 9-inch,
188-pound lightning bolt has made 24 catches for 309 yards and a touchdown. He’s also returned 37 kickoffs for 976 yards and two touchdowns in addition to taking five punts back for 45 total yards. He also rushed 12 times for 74 yards and a score. The budding college star’s performance is an extension of an electric high school career that saw him rack up 142 receptions for 2,580 yards and 32 touchdowns in 38 games over three varsity seasons, accompanied by 267 rushing attempts for 1,820 yards and 26 touchdowns. The Wolverines are slated to host Penn State on Nov. 28, at 9 a.m. The game will be broadcast nationally on ABC.
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Former Freedom High football standout Giles Jackson, now playing for the University of Michigan, was recently honored for his performance in the team’s win over Rutgers University.
More star athletes sign letters of intent Heritage water polo star Ella Simone Heritage High School water polo star Ella Simone has signed her letter of intent to play at Fresno State University. The three-time first-team all-league member and 2018 league MVP has led her squad to a 53-25 record over three seasons, including an 18-1 mark in league play, three playoff appearances and one North Coast Section team title. “I chose Fresno State because it was really important to me to be able to play the sport I love and still focus on my future, and I am going to be able to do that at Fresno State,” Simone said in a statement released by the Heritage Athletics earlier this year. “I’m so excited to be a Bulldog.” If all goes as planned, Simone will have one more season to play for the Patriots. Heritage catcher Julia Barnett Heritage senior catcher Julia Barnett recently signed her letter of intent to attend California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo. Barnett, a first-team all-league member
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as a sophomore, has hit a .435 with 40 hits, 25 RBI and nine runs scored in 47 games over two seasons, according to Maxpreps.com. She has been committed to Cal Poly since she was a freshman, according to Heritage’s Athletic Department. Barnett missed out on her junior season after the COVID-19 pandemic halted play early in the year. If the team is al-
lowed to return to action in the spring, Barnett is slated to play out her senior season with the Patriots. Heritage swimmer Courtney Coplan Heritage swimming star Courtney Coplan is headed to Western Colorado University. Coplan wasted no time making a splash in high school, swimming onto
the all-league first team in the 100-yardfreestyle event as a sophomore. She also garnered second-team honors in the 100yard backstroke event the same season. Coplan missed out on her junior season after the COVID-19 pandemic halted competition early in the season. She is slated to return to the pool this year if competition is permitted.
This week in Press’ Sports history In 2015, the Freedom High School varsity cheer team had reason to celebrate its own achievements. The squad won first place in the Super Large Varsity Division, at the Universal Cheerleaders Association regionals, in El Dorado Hills. The win qualified the team for the National High School Cheerleading Championship in Orlando. They also received awards for the best stunt sequence and for sportsmanship.
The following month, the team competed in the USA High School Spirit Nationals in Anaheim, which they reached after winning first place in the Super Large Varsity Show Cheer Advanced Division at the USA Federation for Sport Cheering’s Great America Competition. During that event, the team was also named the Grand Champions, earning the highest score of all cheer teams in attendance.
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Nov. 1, 12:22 p.m. A woman called from Glenellen Court to report finding a bullet lodged in her garage door. Nov. 1, 2:19 p.m. Authorities received a report of an assault on Brentwood Boulevard. The reporting person had a laceration on their head, and said it occurred at a party the previous evening, but refused to say where, or who the suspect was. Nov. 1, 4:26 p.m. A disturbance of the peace was reported on Second Street. Nov. 1, 5:18 p.m. A disturbance of the peace was reported on Arlington Way. Nov. 1, 6:28 p.m. A verbal dispute was reported on Cashew Place. The reporting person disconnected during the call. Nov. 2, 3:48 a.m. A fire was reported on Bloomington Lane. Nov. 2, 6:15 a.m. A warrant arrest was made on Flagstone Court. Nov. 2, 6:39 a.m. A disturbance of the peace was reported on Lotus Court. Nov. 2, 8:09 a.m. A person called to report the catalytic converter was stolen out of their RV over the weekend, while it was parked on Beatrice Court. Nov. 2, 8:18 a.m. Damage was discovered
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Nov. 8, 2:04 p.m. An outside assist was given on Lone Tree Way. Nov. 8, 4:19 p.m. Simple assault was reported on Prewett Court. Nov. 8, 6:14 p.m. A hit-and-run with injuries was reported on Sycamore Drive. Nov. 8, 10:13 p.m. A vehicle stop on East 18th Street revealed a weapons violation. Nov. 9, 9:43 a.m. Vehicle theft was reported on Fairview Drive. Nov. 9, 9:54 a.m. Simple assault was reported on Wilbur Avenue. Nov. 9, 10:26 a.m. An Antioch municipal code violation was reported West 9th Street. Nov. 9, 11:43 a.m. Petty theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. Nov. 9, 12:14 p.m. An accident with unknown injuries was reported on Country Hills Drive. Nov. 9, 12:50 p.m. A family dispute and simple assault were reported on Taylor Way. Nov. 9, 1:27 p.m. A traffic stop was made on East 6th Street. Nov. 9, 4:14 p.m. Vehicle theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. Nov. 9, 5:15 p.m. Residential burglary was reported on Roosevelt Lane. Nov. 9, 6:53 p.m. A verbal dispute and simple assault were reported on East 8th Street. Nov. 9, 7:56 p.m. Vehicle theft was reported on Aster Drive. Nov. 9, 8:06 p.m. A hit-and-run with no injuries was reported on Tregallas Road. Nov. 9, 8:37 p.m. An accident was reported on Wilbur Avenue. Nov. 9, 10:19 p.m. A traffic stop led to a warrant arrest on San Jose Drive. Nov. 9, 10:51 p.m. A warrant arrest was made on Delta Fair Boulevard.
at a construction site on Walnut Boulevard. Nov. 2, 11:21 a.m. A man called to report a truck had almost hit his son on Balfour Road. Nov. 2, 1:35 p.m. Petty theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. Nov. 2, 2:00 p.m. An accident with no injuries was reported at the intersection of Balfour Road and Walnut Boulevard between a box truck and a silver Elantra. Nov. 2, 3:02 p.m. A person called to report fraudulent use of their EBT card in Los Angeles. Nov. 2, 3:56 p.m. A person called to report a postal truck had rolled down a hill and hit two parked vehicles on Spyglass Drive. The reporting person said the postal worker was not in the truck at the time of the accident.
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-000-00 The name of the business: Gill Properties Located at: 1270 Mokelumne Drive In: Antioch, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Christine E. Stuart-Gill. This business is conducted by: Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on January 2020. Signature of registrant: Christine E. Stuart-Gill. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: November 6, 2020 by Deputy Clerk Expires 11/5/2025 Antioch Press No. 061617 84568 Publish dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2020.
Located at: 1270 Mokelumne Drive In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner: Christine E. Stuart-Gill. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on January, 2020. Signature of registrant: Christine E. Stuart-Gill. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: November 6, 2020 by Deputy Clerk Expires 11/5/2025 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 84567 Publish dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2020.
2. Michelle Campos. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10-23-20. Signature of registrant: Ricci & Michelle Campos . This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 26, 2020 by Deputy J. Graff Expires 10/25/2020 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 84465 Publish dates: November 13, 20, 27, December 4, 2020.
name or names listed above on 10-122020. Signature of registrant: Heather A. Parish. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 30, 2020 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires 10/29/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 84469 Publish dates: November 13, 20, 27, December 4, 2020.
Business and Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq.. On the 9th day of December 2020, at 12:30 P.M., the undersigned will sell the contents of liened storage units by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Acorn Self Storage LLC, at 5205 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, California 94565, Tel. (925) 432-3200. Self-storage liened units generally include miscellaneous household goods, office or business equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing and personal effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Customer Name: 1. Earline Walker- Collectables, Lamps, Storage Cabinets, 20+ Boxes. 2. Robert Avelino - Collectables,20+ Bag, Boxes & Totes, Artwork, Statues. 3. Claudia Saravia - Toys, Lamps, Collectables, Speakers, Bedroom Furniture. 4. Wanda Williams - Clothing, totes, bedroom furniture, lamps chairs. 5. Johnny Cummings - LIEN SALE ON 12/9/2020 @ 12:30 PM ACORN SELF STORAGE 5205 RAILROAD AVE PITTSBURG, CA 94565. 1990 JAGUAR XJ6 License: 2SHX263 CA VIN: SAJFY1743LC606138 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 11/27/2020 and on 12/04/2020 Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 6049695 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 84590 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 2020.
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 #916-6049695. Legal EC 8976 Publication Dates: November 27th & December 4th 2020 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 84600 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 2020.
jecting 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: 1/4/2021 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 b. Must be served on father. Date: November 3, 2020 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 021273 84599 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 18, 2020.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005298-00 The name of the business: Danville Underground Photo Lab Located at: 696 San Ramon Valley Blvd #247 In: Danville, CA 94526, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Ned Bagno. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/19/2020. Signature of registrant: Ned Bagno. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 27, 2020 by Deputy Lisa Spence Expires 10/26/2020 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 84500 Publish dates: November 13, 20, 27, December 4, 2020.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2020-0005083 The name of the business: Faith Mentors Ministries Located at: 633 Twining Court In: Anticoh, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Cheryl Rhodes Alexander. 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: Cheryl D. Rhodes Alexander. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 20, 2020 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires 10/19/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Anticoh Press No. 06-1617 84429 Publish NAME STATEMENT dates: November 6, 13, 20, 27, 2020. File No. F-2020-0005013 The name of the business: Cathedral Care Home LoFICTITIOUS BUSINESS cated at: 2707 Cathedral Circle In: BrentNAME STATEMENT wood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by File No. F-2020-0005357 The name of the the following owner(s): Cathedral Care business: Simply Shea & Butters Arti- Home LLC. This business is conducted san Soapery, LLC Located at: 3550 Mal- by: A Limited Liability Company, State lard Way In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby of Organization: CA. The registrant comregistered by the following owner: Sim- menced to transact business under the ply Shea & Butters Artisan Soapery, LLC. fictitious business name or names listed This business is conducted by: A Limited above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Liability Company, State of Organization: Marivic V Datuin, Manager. This stateCA. The registrant commenced to trans- ment was filed with the County Clerk of act business under the fictitious business Contra Costa County on: October 15, 2020 name or names listed above on May 14, by Deputy C. Garcia Expires 10/14/2025 2020. Signature of registrant: Rolanda Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 84430 White, CEO. This statement was filed with Publish dates: November 6, 13, 20, 27, the County Clerk of Contra Costa County 2020. on: October 30, 2020 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires 10/29/2025 Antioch Press No. 06FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 1617 84595 Publish dates: November 27, NAME STATEMENT December 4, 11, 18, 2020. File No. F-2020-0005251 The name of the business: CGK Electric Located at: 823 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Bamboo Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, NAME STATEMENT is hereby registered by the following File No. F-2020-0005402 The name of owner: Collin Gentry Kommer. This busithe business: Nobleman Notary Ser- ness is conducted by: An Individual. The vices Located at: 705 Peridot Court In: registrant commenced to transact busiAntioch, CA, 94509, is hereby registered ness under the fictitious business name by the following owner: Marcel Keough. or names listed above on N/A. Signature This business is conducted by: An In- of registrant: Collin Gentry Kommer. This dividual. The registrant commenced to statement was filed with the County transact business under the fictitious Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October business name or names listed above 26, 2020 by Deputy Expires 10/25/2025 on N/A. Signature of registrant: Marcel Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 84539 Keough. This statement was filed with Publish dates: November 20, 27, Decemthe County Clerk of Contra Costa County ber 4, 11, 2020. on: November 5, 2020 by Deputy Clerk Expires 11/4/2025 Antioch Press No. 06FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 1617 84597 Publish dates: November 27, NAME STATEMENT December 4, 11, 18, 2020. File No. F-2020-0005253 The name of the business(es): Harvest Of Hope Chest FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Located at: 3501 Byer Road In: Byron, NAME STATEMENT CA 94514, is hereby registered by the File No. F-2020-0005430 The name of the following business: Buyer’s Broker of Bay Area 1. Ric Campos
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2020-0005258 The name of the business: Auto I like Located at: 7961 Brentwood Blvd. In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Auto I like. 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 10-1-2020. Signature of registrant: Farouq Arian, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 26, 2020 by Deputy J. Graff Expires 10/25/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 84420 Publish dates: November 6, 13, 20, 27, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2020-0005296 The name of the business: Restless CA Located at: 453 Emerson Court In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Michael Anthony Gomez. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10-19-2020. Signature of registrant: Michael Anthony Gomez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 27, 2020 by Deputy Lisa Spence Expires 10/26/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 84554 Publish dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2020-0005311 The name of the business: The UPS Store 4406 Located at: 14850 Hwy 4, Suite A In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: Charles D. Dewitt. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8-1-2010. Signature of registrant: Charles D. Dewitt. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 28, 2020 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires 10/27/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 84470 Publish dates: November 13, 20, 27, December 4, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2020-0005356 The name of the business: Black Stone Studio Located at: 2287 Black Stone Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Heather Parish This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business
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 9th day of December 2020, at 10:30 AM, the undersigned will sell the contents of liened storage units by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Acorn II Self Storage LLC, at 6900 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood, California 94513, Tel. (925) 240-5000. Self-storage liened units generally include miscellaneous household goods, office or business equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing and personal effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Names: 1. Toni Silveria - Bookcase, nightstand, vases, chairs, hutch, dresser & bedroom furniture. 2. Kasey Tenorio - Basket, dresser, aquarium & storage cabinet. 3. Greg Eclavea - Totes, bucket, tools, dresser, generator, paintings & bedroom furniture. 4. Richard Valdez - Lamps, nightstand, paintings, toys, appliances, auto parts, clothing & heater. 5. Sarah Martinez - Speakers, clothing, chairs, fan & computer. 6. Kimberly Hoyt - Toys, bedding, bedroom furniture, dresser, heater, sofa & tools. 7. Earline Walker - Dishes, shelves, suitcases, bedding, coffee table & clothes. 8. Marshall Konaris - Toy house, headboard, clothing, collectables & bats. 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: 11/27/2020 and 12/4/2020 or Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 84593 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 2020. 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,
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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 December 9th 2020 at 11:30 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): Aeysha Corio (2) Raina Kenney Mitch Wright Jason Reina Scott Bowman (2) Amy Browning Blanca Gauthier Jamie Hood Kim Karbowski Ed Payman Daniel J Reyes Erika Wilson All purchased goods are sold as is and must be paid for at the time of purchase. Cash Only. Management reserves the
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Ghezal Adalat SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Ghezal Adalat / Qamar Mehmood CASE NUMBER: N20-1627 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Ghezal Adalat filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Muhammad Zohaib b. Muhammad Rehan c. FNU Zoya to Proposed Name: a. Zohaib Muhammad Ayan b. Rehan Muhammad Ayan c. Zoya Ayan. 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: 01/05/2021 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: November 2, 2020 Virginia M. George Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 84598 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 18, 2020. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Sophia Diaz-Johnston SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Sophia Diaz-Johnston CASE NUMBER: N20-1624 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Sophia Diaz-Johnston filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Trinity Diaz b. AKA Trinity Tamia Diaz to Proposed Name: Trinity Tamia Johnston. 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 ob-
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2020-0005354 The name of the business(es): Cheryl Worden FNTP Located at: 103 Malicoat Ave In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Cheryl Worden. 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: Cheryl A. Worden. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 30, 2020 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires 10/29/2025 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 84463 Publish dates: November 13, 20, 27, December 4, 2020. 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 December 9, 2020 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): Edward Jeffry Eric Vargas Devin Watkins Sharell Love Atreanna Talmore-Basco Irene Hutchison 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 Auctioneer NorCal Storage Auctions, Inc. Bond #7900468597 #916604-9695. Legal EC 8976 Publication Dates: November 20, 2020 & November 27, 2020. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 84566 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, 2020.
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believe Dean has dementia as has been suggested via comments on social media. “Dementia does not randomly wake up one day and make someone a racist,” she continued. “If it is so easy for you all to give a racist woman the excuse of dementia, it should be just as easy for you to see how living in a caustic, racist world can cause anxiety and depression … in the Black community.” Lisa Bloom, a civil rights attorney of The Bloom Firm, is representing the Jones family and was present at the event. “This situation should be deeply disturbing to anybody or any race, and it demands justice,” said Bloom into a bullhorn. “It is so important for all of us to stand with our African American brothers and sisters and to speak out about racism wherever it raises its ugly head.” A small contingent of fewer than 10 people holding Trump flags stood at the corner of Discovery Bay Boulevard and Willow Lake Road. There was little engagement between the two groups, but Bloom expressed her disappointment that they were present. “What are they doing? They’re standing for racism? They’re standing for White supremacy?” Bloom asked. “They’re saying it’s OK to go to somebody’s house and hurl racial harassment at them. And (the
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Protesters march along Discovery Bay Boulevard in support of the Jones family in Discovery Bay, Saturday, Nov. 21. The crowd gathered to demonstrate that “Black lives in White majority neighborhoods matter.” family) had to walk by … and see people in support of racism. That was very disappointing.” One man in the crowd became confrontational upon hearing these words, saying that as a Black resident of Discov-
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nized the challenge of containing a virus among students who may not adhere to health guidelines. “Opening up at a time when the transmission rates are increasing would definitely complicate the reopening,” he continued. But despite Volta’s support for a return to campuses in a hybrid format, the district remains in a wait-and-see pattern following Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Nov. 16 press conference, during which time he broke the news that 41 counties in the state — including Contra Costa — are now in the most restrictive purple tier. For school sites, that means those that haven’t already reopened can’t. In order to move back down to any lower tier, it will take two weeks of lower tier data, Volta explained. “With the holiday season coming up, health officials are predicting that we remain in the purple tier through the approved Jan. 12 reopening date,” he continued. “This being the case, we find ourselves again in a position of not knowing exactly when our students will return to school. If we cannot open on Jan. 12, it is our hope to return as soon as possible in the third quarter.” LUHSD Trustee Yolanda Pena-Mendrek agreed
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tached townhome units, as part of the 1,283 units planned for the northwest corner of Bethel Island and East Cypress Roads. Additionally, project leaders intend to include 112 age-restricted units among the 1,205-unit subdivision planned south and southwest of Summer Lake South. Applicant John Baayoun claimed this inclusion of senior housing means that a planned Knightsen Elementary School District school in the area is no longer needed. “It does diminish the requirement for the production of kids for that school,” he said. City officials noted that the commercial land and school removal plans in-
ery Bay who supports Trump, he didn’t think it was right for Bloom to say that those holding Trump flags are racist. The Jones family spoke with the man in an apparent attempt to diffuse the situation.
with Volta that students have been negatively impacted by the remote learning circumstances. “It is obvious that our students are not being successful in the distance learning mode,” she said, referring to the district’s increase in low GPAs when compared to last year’s scores. “Consequently, when they come back to the classroom, we will need to provide ample opportunities for remediation.” She noted that while it’s heartbreaking to see how students are being affected, the district needs to follow county guidelines. “I want to tell you that I cannot wait for students to be able to go back to school; go back to see their friends; go back to listen to their teachers; be in a very safe learning environment,” she said. The plan approved by the district incorporated the current health orders and more than a month’s worth of deliberation among faculty, staff, administration and the board. It keeps the A/B calendar intact to allow for movement to and from distance learning. Students will be required to attend class at school and at home. Students will be excused for lunch to discourage congregating. It will allow teachers to continue lesson planning in
clude stipulations to ensure that they are appropriate moves prior to the changes being finalized. The Knightsen school district will be required to submit a letter acknowledging that the school site is no longer needed. A detailed economic analysis and feasibility study of the scrapped commercial area will also be conducted to gauge current market conditions and ensure that the land is not commercially viable. “That acreage was based on a land plan that, until recently, did not take into account the significant amount of mitigation that would have been required to impact the wetlands,” McMurray said. “Now that we have all the relevant information, we consider that 46.6 acres to be
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the same fashion they are now. Teachers will be required to, at a minimum, keep the at-home students online for 10 minutes and assign asynchronous work. But teachers may also require the at-home students to remain online for the entire class hour depending on the lesson. Families will also be given the choice to remain in full distance learning under the hybrid option. Students opting for 100% distance learning within the Hybrid Model will only log into their classes via zoom each class meeting and attend class virtually. The plan detailed a host of reopening considerations and requirements -- from mask and cleaning protocols to ventilation and contact tracing. In-person interventions will be permitted at the end of day for students, and tutoring must be scheduled in advance to guarantee safe social distancing. To review the full plan, visit https://bit. ly/thepressnet_LibertyPlan. “I wish the community could understand how detrimental this pandemic learning mode is to our students,” Pena-Mendrek said. “I beg of them to support our district’s efforts ... We will wait for county health officers to give us the green light.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net
overly ambitious and not realistic, based on the wetland permitting requirements at the federal level.” Councilmember Claire Alaura requested that the council, and not just city staff, review the economic analysis that materializes. “I would like to see that report go to the future council prior to the final map for the council to analyze at that time,” she said. Mayor Kevin Romick added that both projects will be required to join the city’s community facilities district, which requires associated property owners to pay yearly toward East Contra Costa Fire Protection District station staffing. The three-station district — one each
in Brentwood, Oakley and Discovery Bay — covers 249 square miles and over 128,000 residents. City officials added that traffic aiding plans will eventually call for a Rock Slough bridge to be constructed to assist motorists leaving the area. Additionally, most of East Cypress Road will eventually be expanded to two lanes in each direction with a landscaped median, with some of it being three lanes in each direction. For more information on the planned 1,205-unit subdivision near Summer Lake South, visit https://bit.ly/3m602VM. For more information on the planned 1,283-unit subdivision at the northwest corner of Bethel Island and East Cypress Roads, visit bit.ly/39dhOD3.
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Chabad of the Delta to host drive-thru Chanukah celebration REGIONAL Taking COVID-19 restrictions into consideration, the Chabad of the Delta will hold a drive-thru Menorah lighting through Brentwood, Sunday, Dec. 13, at 4:30 p.m. The parade will line up and depart from Brentwood City Hall. The procession will be led by a motorcycle brigade and Brentwood police, among other surprises. The procession will then head to Bass Medical on Lone Tree Way where there will be Chanukah delicacies, entertainment for the family and a grand Menorah lighting. From the comfort of their cars, participants will be able to watch fire dancers and enjoy tasty jelly doughnuts and special Chanukah party toolkits for the children. The event is open to the public – RSVP @ www.JewishDelta.com/Chanukah to receive toolkits and swag. Chanukah, a celebration for all time is highlighted by the kindling of the Menorah each night of the holiday. “It is a holiday that enriches our lives with the light of tradition,” said Rabbi Peretz Goldshmid, director of
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