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Students return to campus by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent

Byron Union School District Superintendent Reyes Gauna helps students check-in as in-class learning restarts for secondthrough fifthgraders at Timber Point Elementary School in Discovery Bay, Monday, March 15.

DISCOVERY BAY Elementary students at the far end of East County returned to their campuses this week and last, and schools are looking forward to welcoming back secondary students after the March spring break. In the Knightsen Elementary School District, Superintendent Harvey Yurkovich said their initial reopening on March 8 – which included transitional kindergarten through third grade – went well. Students in fourth through eighth grades will return on March 29, after the district’s two-week spring break. “It was way better than expected,” Old River Elementary Principal Veronica Polk said. “Naturally, with uncharted territory, you try to plan for any possible bumps in the road, but being able to reach out to families

down last March on a way to safely bring students back to campus. He has had all necessary safety and personal protection equipment in place, and adjusted the district’s reopening plan multiple times, each time the state, county and CDC updated their guidelines. “We are thankful for the

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BRENTWOOD Leaders in Brentwood are formally urging the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors to uphold the county planning commission’s denial of a cannabis cultivation permit for an unincorporated Brentwood business some say is too close to the nearby Sunset Park Athletic Complex. The county zoning administrator approved the proposed Sellers Avenue facility last year, but the city appealed that decision to the county’s planning commission. That commission

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Bob Nunn, Diablo Valley Farms voted to halt the endeavor because it’s located just 170 feet east of the Brentwood park. Diablo Valley Farms owner Bob Nunn has appealed that decision to the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors, which is expected to rule during a public meeting in late March or early April. Brentwood Vice Mayor

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Johnny Rodriguez said he’s not in favor of the pot farm being built near the park. “My understanding is we have 93,000 young people that utilize Sunset Park on a yearly basis,” Rodriguez said. “I understand it is very close to homes.” In 2019, the supervisors invited Diablo Valley Farms and other storefront cannabis retail-

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ers and commercial cannabis cultivators to submit land-use permit applications. This followed a county interdepartmental panel’s analysis and scoring of several prospective businesses, based on factors including ownership qualifications, location, submitted business and operating plans, proposed security, sustainability, and community and economic benefit. Now Diablo Valley Farms’ ultimate approval appears to hinge on whether the same Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors believes Brentwood’s Sunset Park Athletic Complex,

community and the perspective that has been shared,” he said. “We knew we wanted to get kids back for the longest time, and we are grateful to finally do that. This is our first step back to normal.” Yurkovish said 69% of

City urges supervisors to deny pot farm by Kyle Szymanski

County improves, variants emerge

REGIONAL Even as pandemic-related restrictions eased in Contra Costa County this week, health officials are warning that a highly contagious variant of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 has been detected in the county. Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS) revealed Tuesday, March 16, that laboratory tests confirmed the first two known cases of the U.K. variant, believed to have originated in the United Kingdom. According to CCHS, this variant is thought to be more easily transmitted and possibly more deadly. “This is a reminder that even though COVID numbers are falling, we need to continue using all our tools to prevent another surge,” said Dr. Chris Farnitano, CCHS health officer. “Wear masks in public. Continue to physically distance. Avoid both indoor and large gatherings, and get vaccinated when it’s your turn.” COVID-19 case rates and positivity rates – the percentage of COVID-19 tests that return a positive result – have been declining steadily in the county since they peaked in early January. The county’s equity metric – the test positivity rate in economically challenged areas of a county where the pandemic has had a disproportionately large

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and staff and have a clear lens of what to expect was great.” Polk joined Old River’s administration team in September and was able to meet many of her students in person for the first time last week. Yurkovich said he and everyone on his staff have been working since the initial shut-

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School district sets timeline to select new trustees by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent

OAKLEY The interim Oakley Union Elementary School District (OUESD) Board of Trustees voted on a timeline to fill its remaining four seats and approved a plan to safely bring students back into the classroom – though it did not set a return date. The board held its regular meeting on March 9 and discussed how and when it would fill the remaining seats vacated last month after board members were caught on camera making disparaging remarks about the district’s parents. All four board members have since resigned, and three interim officials from the county, along with newly appointed Trustee Lynell Fuller currently sit at the helm. The board voted to accept applications until Friday, March 19; accept public comment on applicants until Monday, March 29; appoint trustee area one board member on Tuesday, March 30; and fill the three remaining at-large seats on Tuesday, April 6. OUESD Superintendent Greg Hetrick

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noted the education code required this to happen sooner rather than later. “There is a 60-day timeline that must be met for filling a vacant board member seat,” said Hetrick in an email to The Press. “If the timeline is not met, the county superintendent would have to order a special election to fill that seat that would cost upwards of $200,000 to $300,000 and would not take place until the end of August at the earliest and November at the latest.” Before the four previous board members resigned, they had begun the process of filling the seat for Area 2 of the district because Trustee Larry Polk – who was elected to that seat in 2020 – had moved out of the area. When scandal broke in February, the person selected for that seat shortly thereafter withdrew, and the seat remained open. On March 3, the interim board filled the seat by appointing Fuller during a special meeting. One vacant seat is tied to trustee Area 1 and three seats are currently at-large. The board’s background in terms of arearelated seats began in 2019, when OUESD was split into five trustee areas as a result of

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Greg Hetrick, Oakley Union Elementary School District superintendent a letter received from a law firm in Malibu. In 2020, seats 1 and 2 were up for reelection, and new area-based trustees were elected. For that reason, appointees to seats one and two must be area-based. Because they are provisional appointments, Fuller – and whomever is appointed to the area one seat – will have to run for reelection in 2022 for the remaining two years of their terms. Seats 3, 4 and 5 were all elected in 2018, when elections were still held at-large. Therefore, appointees to those three seats can also be at-large. When those terms ex-

pire in 2022, only candidates residing in the correct areas will be able to run. This means the entire OUESD board will be up for reelection in 2022. The board also decided to question applicants one at a time, rather than in a group, with a predetermined series of questions. Interim board member Annette Lewis said the process for appointing new members could be improved. Fuller agreed. “Perhaps some set questions to be asked of all would be useful, and trying to find a way it could be done where we complete an interview one person at a time,” Fuller said. During the evening, Hetrick also presented the district’s plan for returning students to in-person learning, since the interim board has not been privy to the development of the plan over the past months. The board voted to adopt the plan but did not discuss a date to bring students on campus. In addition to preparing plans for student and staff safety on campus and gathering input from families and staff on what a return to campus could look like, Hetrick has been in negotiations with teachers.

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Broadway star returns home to share her passion young. That passion was cemented during a performance of “The Music Man” at Excelsior Middle School, where arts teacher Kathy Tickner gave her a tap solo. After that, she was a band and choir girl, and her love continued through the choral program at Liberty High School, then onto the Boston Conservatory, where she graduated with a degree in musical theater. Butler is working with students in person and through Zoom. She offers dance and vocal lessons and can help students prepare for college auditions. She is also working with the choirs at local high schools. Until she can return to the stage, she will keep looking for the silver linings. “The whole message of ‘Les Mis’ is resilience and finding the light in the dark times,” said Butler. “There’s a quote that says even in the darkest night, the sun will rise, and that has been sticking with me through this quarantine. It’s something I think people really relate to in the show, and it’s so relevant right now with what we are going through.” For more information, email jillian. butler@gmail.com or follow @jillian__ butler on Instagram. For more information about Fabulous Feet Dance Studio, call 925-6344399 or email fabulousfeetdance@yahoo. com. To view a video, visit www.thepress.net/ multimedia

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DISCOVERY BAY Jillian Butler is looking for the silver linings in life. The travelling actress spent five years on the road touring with large productions like “Cinderella” and “Wicked,” and was most recently cast as Cosette with the “Les Miserables” National Tour. Last March, she was performing in North Carolina when rumors the production would be shut down due to the coronavirus pandemic began to circulate. “The day leading up to the shutdown, there were whispers we would shut down for maybe a month,” recalled Butler. “We shut down on Friday the 13th, and that month turned into a full year. At first, it was sort of traumatic. Touring was something I had worked toward my whole life, and then the entire industry shut down.” With her show on hold, Butler decided to move back to her hometown of Discovery Bay. Here, she began to find her feet again in her old haunts, offering her experience in dance and vocal lessons to aspiring Broadway stars. Denise Williams owns Fabulous Feet Dance Studio in Brentwood, where Butler first learned to dance. Williams, who opened her studio for Butler to offer private lessons for students, sees it as an amazing opportunity for any youth inter-

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Broadway actress Jillian Butler, above, returned to her hometown of Discovery Bay during the pandemic and has been teaching dance to local residents. ested in singing and dancing to work with an experienced professional. “It’s really a gift to Brentwood to have her back in town offering lessons,” Williams said. “She won’t be here forever, I’m sure she will go back to performing and doing her thing, but for now, this is wonderful for us.” Butler has enjoyed teaching. Feeling more connected to the younger genera-

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City expanding wastewater treatment plant by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

The City of Brentwood recently began expanding its wastewater treatment plant capacity. Once completed in 2023, the capacity will be able to accommodate the city’s buildout population.

BRENTWOOD As the city’s population continues to climb, a key piece of infrastructure will grow to keep pace with future residents. Crews are in the early stages of expanding the capacity of the city’s Elkins Way wastewater treatment plant, which is charged with treating raw wastewater collected from across the city. The plant’s 5-million-gallon-a-day capacity is quickly reaching its limit. By 2023, the plant will accommodate up to 6.4 million gallons a day — an amount expected to accommodate the city’s buildout population of 92,336. The city’s current population of around 62,000 generates about 4 million gallons of wastewater per day. “As the plant is nearing capacity, the project is needed to service current and final buildout of the city, per the current general plan,” said Jack Dhaliwal, assistant director of public works in a city staff report. The $65 million expansion effort, paid for via a California State Water Resources Control Board Clean Water State Revolving Fund loan, launched in August 2020. It’s expected to be completed in summer 2023. Richmond-based C. Overaa and Co., which is completing the work, is in the early state of construction, working on the un-

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District 14 Discovery Bay Meeting is online for the near future, on Mondays, from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. There is no need to register. Contact Charlie at cthiel@comcast.net for Zoom meeting information.

Drive-through mobile shredding event at TreVista Senior Living in Antioch, 3950 Lone Tree Way, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free-will, tax-deductible donations will be accepted for An Elderly Wish Foundation a nonprofit granting wishes to seniors in Contra Costa County. Visit www. elderlywish.org.

Monday, March 22 Training for Senior Advocates

Thursday, April 1 Barn Sale

Senior Advocacy Services will hold trainings for those interested in becoming an advocate from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The position is for those who enjoy talking to elderly people and are interested in helping them. For more information, call 707-526-4108 or email volunteer@sasnb.org.

Shop for vintage, farmhouse and antique items from April 1 and 2, from 5 to 8 p.m., and April 3, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 6741 Balfour Road. For more information, visit www.junk-n-disorderly. com.

Tuesday, April 6 Cancer Connection

Tuesday, March 23 Googie Architecture Talk

Join the Art Guild of the Delta (AGD) for a 30-minute talk by Nicholas Nabas on Googie Architecture. This novel architectural style was nurtured by 1950s California and centered on automotive culture and stylish curb appeal. The Zoom meeting link is https://zoom. us/j/92443340002. For more information on AGD, contact Frank Littman at FrankLittmanArt@ gmail.com.

Friday, March 26 Scout Crab Feed

Troop 2020 will hold a pick-up crab feed dinner, with pick-up time beginning at 4 p.m. and ending at 7 p.m., at Veterans Hall, 757 First St., in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-437-9536.

Saturday, March 27 Domestic Violence Awareness

The Winning Women Network will host an event called Demystifying Domestic Violence, beginning 11 a.m. The virtual seminar will educate, empower and provide resources for women and girls on the topic of domestic violence. To register, visit http://bit.ly/thepressnet_WinWomen.

Brentwood Rotary Drive-Thru Crab Feed

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Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection’s Coffee with Carolyn takes place from 10 a.m. to noon. Coffee with Carolyn is a cancer support group for women, hosted by Carolyn George. The event is free. For more information, call 925-577-3325.

Wednesday, April 7 Lions Club Monthly Meeting

The Brentwood Lions Club will meet from 6:30 to 9 p.m., at Dad’s Cafe, 1135 Second St., in Brentwood. For more information, visit http://eclubhouse.org/sites/brentwoodca.

Monday, April 12 Walnut Creek Garden Club

Join the Walnut Creek Garden Club for a virtual meeting, via Zoom, at 10 a.m. Guest speaker, Shawna Anderson of Lafayette’s Orchard Nursery, begins her presentation at 10:30 a.m. Shawna has been with Orchard since 2004, is known for her container gardening, and is a certified horticulturist who has led many classes at Orchard. For more information or the Zoom invite, contact Co-President Maureen Little at mslittle44@gmail.com or visit www.walnutcreekgardenclub.org.

Wednesday, April 14 American Legion Meeting

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Editor: About 15 years ago, I required the services of an oral surgeon, and a friend recommended Dr. Sloan McDonald. Dr. McDonald and I quickly agreed on the procedures to be undertaken, including a standard electrocardiogram to check my heart function. On the day of the scheduled procedure, an abnormality appeared on my electrocardiogram, and Dr. McDonald was reluctant to conduct the procedure while I was under anesthesia. I declined her offer to perform the procedure without anesthesia, but I was certain this heart abnormality would soon be explained and that I would return to Dr. McDonald to complete the procedure. Well, the heart abnormality did

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not clear up, and in fact, the test in Dr. McDonald’s office was the first indication that I had a heart disease. The net result was I never returned to Dr. McDonald’s office. A few days ago, I received a phone call from Dr. McDonald’s office informing me that I had a refund coming from a procedure that was never performed some 15 years ago. The amount was several hundred dollars. Apparently, I had made a prepayment for scheduled dental work. Obviously, I forgot about making a prepayment for the anticipated dental work, and apparently, something went haywire with Dr. McDonald’s bookkeeping. The point of this little story is the fact that Dr. McDonald contacted me 15 years after these mistakes were made and informed me a refund was in the mail. After 15 years, she could have forgotten the entire episode and simply kept the money in her accounts. I certainly had completely forgotten I had made a prepayment. But Dr. McDonald did not keep that money. Instead, she sent me a refund. It’s uplifting to realize that people with high ethics and high morality reside in our neighborhood. Mel Chaplin Brentwood

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Editor: The 712,000 people who call Washington, D.C. home are just like any other American. From teachers and nurses to firefighters and custodians, Washingtonians raise families, pay taxes, and fight in America’s wars. Yet, they’re deprived of full representation in Congress and are subject to the politically-motivated whims of lawmakers like Ted Cruz because of the capital’s status as a district. But we can change that by making the District of Columbia a state. With statehood, D.C. would be able to respond to the will of its people and enact policies that reflect the wants and needs of its residents. As a state, D.C. would finally have equal voting representation in Congress, and control over their own laws and budgets. This way, conservative lawmakers can’t force their archaic positions on abortion access, gun reform, or health care onto residents who didn’t elect them. No matter where you live, all Americans have the right to full representation and having their voices heard. Statehood for Washington, D.C. is about treating all American citizens fairly and as equals -- and that’s why I’m urging my senators to support D.C. statehood. Lisa Burge Brentwood

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A hit-and-run resulting in an adult arrest was reported on Shady Willow Lane. The reporting person followed the suspect to their home. Brentwood – Feb. 26, 9:55 p.m.

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BRENTWOOD Feb. 26, 8:06 a.m. Petty theft was reported when a catalytic converter was stolen from a 2009 Toyota Prius on Darby Drive. Feb. 26, 9:28 a.m. Petty theft was reported when a community mailbox was broken into at Kingfisher Street and Robin Street. Feb. 26, 10:25 a.m. On Balfour Road, a physical fight was reported when someone choked another person. Feb. 26, 11:44 a.m. An incident of petty theft was reported on Sand Creek Road. The suspect was described as having burgundy-orange hair and wearing checkered skinny jeans. Feb. 26, 3:31 p.m. A restraining order violation was reported on Second Street. The suspect left the scene in an unknown vehicle. Feb. 26, 5:37 p.m. On Lone Tree Way, a petty theft was reported when someone stole a cartful of merchandise. The suspect was reported to have dropped his phone as he was walking out. Feb. 26, 8:03 p.m. Petty theft was reported on Balfour Road, when multiple suspects stole 20 demo phones. The suspects were reported to have driven off in a dark grey or black Scion. Feb. 26, 9:34 p.m. An accident with no injuries was reported at Balfour Road and Fairview Avenue. Feb. 26, 9:55 p.m. A hit-and-run resulting in an adult arrest was reported on Shady Willow Lane. The reporting person followed the suspect to their home. Feb. 26, 10:39 p.m. An incident of petty theft was reported on Lone Tree Way when multiple suspects stole miscellaneous items from behind a register. They were reported to have left the scene in a white Mercedes LS. Feb. 27, 12:59 a.m. Vandalism was reported on Brentwood Boulevard when someone broke the rear window on a vehicle and slashed the tires. The suspects were reported to have left the scene in a dark-colored Chevy Cruze. Feb. 27, 7:54 a.m. On Lone Tree Way, a report of petty theft was made when multiple suspects stole lottery tickets worth $20. Feb. 27, 8:40 a.m. A restraining order was violated on Shady Willow Lane when a suspect sent a message to the reporting person. Feb. 27, 1:36 p.m. Vehicular burglary was reported on Shadowcliff Drive. Feb. 27, 3:18 p.m. Petty theft was reported on Lone Tree Way when a suspect stole five pairs of shoes. They were reported to have left the scene in a silver Kia. Feb. 27, 5:57 p.m. Property was reported found on Pheasant Run Terrace where someone left a red bike. Feb. 28, 11:18 a.m. A suspicious person was reported on Bamboo Drive when an unknown man walked into the reporting person’s home.

Feb. 28, 11:38 a.m. On Elk Run Terrace, an incident of vandalism was described when someone reported his neighbor stole his kayak and threw it over his fence. Feb. 28, 12:30 p.m. A disturbance of the peace was reported on Great Meadow Lane. Feb. 28, 4:09 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Balfour Road when a suspect took two iPhones and left the scene in a silver SUV.

OAKLEY Feb. 21, 12:24 a.m. Vandalism was reported on the 50 block of Carol Lane. Feb. 21, 1:34 a.m. A false alarm was heard on the 400 block of Silverspur Lane. Feb. 21, 1:40 a.m. Vandalism was reported on the 10 block of Eleven Oak. Feb. 21, 2:30 a.m. A disturbance of the peace was reported on the 50 block of Carol Lane. Feb. 21, 5:16 a.m. An audible alarm was heard at Taco Bell. Feb. 21, 7:12 a.m. An audible alarm was reported on the 4000 block of Wilbur Avenue. Feb. 21, 9:00 a.m. On the 4900 block of Montague Avenue, a verbal dispute was reported. Feb. 21, 9:45 a.m. Vandalism was reported on the 1200 block of Sierra Trail Road. Feb. 21, 11:36 a.m. A verbal dispute was reported at O’Hara Avenue and Main Street. Feb. 21, 12:18 p.m. Suspicious circumstances were reported at East Cypress Road and Knightsen Avenue. Feb. 21, 2:59 p.m. An unwanted guest was reported on the 4300 block of Mehaffey Way. Feb. 21, 3:42 p.m. A 911 hang up call was reported on the 1800 block of Hamburg Street. Feb. 21, 4:35 p.m. On the 300 block of McCleeland Way, a suspicious circumstance was reported. Feb. 21, 6:34 p.m. A loud party was reported on the 4300 block of Silverado Drive.

Feb. 21, 7:22 p.m. A patrol was requested to Cypress Self Storage. Feb. 21, 7:38 p.m. A suspicious vehicle was reported on the 80 block of Carol Lane. Feb. 21, 9:33 p.m. A loud party was reported at Placer Drive and Silverado Drive.

ANTIOCH Feb. 28, 2:03 a.m. An incident of trespassing was reported on Sycamore Drive. Feb. 28, 3:05 a.m. On East 18th Street, an audible alarm was heard leading to the discovery of an act of vandalism. Feb. 28, 8:03 a.m. Burglary was attempted at a business on Lone Tree Way. Feb. 28, 9:35 a.m. A business was burglarized on Longview Road. Feb. 28, 10:10 a.m. A vehicle was stolen on San Jose Drive. Feb. 28, 10:22 a.m. A vehicle was stolen on Mission Drive. Feb. 28, 10:32 a.m. On Somersville Road, a vehicle was vandalized. Feb. 28, 11:23 a.m. A shooting was reported on Sycamore Drive. Feb. 28, 12:16 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Goldcrest Way. Feb. 28, 12:37 p.m. Someone was bitten by an animal on Wilbur Avenue. Feb. 28, 12:47 p.m. A missing adult was reported on Judsonville Drive. Feb. 28, 3:29 p.m. On Tulip Drive, a hit and run with no injuries was reported. Feb. 28, 4:08 p.m. A vehicle was burglarized and vandalized on West Fourth Street. Feb. 28, 5:02 p.m. A hit and run with injuries was reported on Longview Road. Feb. 28, 5:22 p.m. Assault was reported on Aster Drive. March 1, 2:17 a.m. Fighting resulting in a simple assault was reported on Sycamore Drive. March 1, 3:36 a.m. A verbal dispute with weapons violations was reported on West 10th Street. March 1, 3:47 a.m. A suspicious vehicle

was reported on Madrid Lane. March 1, 4:49 a.m. On Gentrytown Drive, a residential burglary was reported. March 1, 6:34 a.m. An audible alarm was reported on Delta Fair Boulevard when a business was burglarized. March 1, 7:52 a.m. Attempted vandalism was reported on Lone Tree Way. March 1, 7:59 a.m. Commercial burglary was reported on Verne Roberts Circle. March 1, 8:28 a.m. Residential burglary was reported on Seville Circle. March 1, 9:41 a.m. Police stopped a suspicious vehicle on Hargrove Street. March 1, 1:40 p.m. Police stopped a suspicious vehicle on Shannondale Drive. March 1, 3:04 p.m. Police stopped a suspicious vehicle on Koala Court. March 1, 3:34 p.m. A report of commercial burglary was made on Lone Tree Way. March 1, 5:50 p.m. An accident with unknown injuries was reported on Lemon Tree Way. March 1, 8:06 p.m. On Lemon Tree Way, a vehicle was vandalized. March 1, 8:22 p.m. A parking complaint was made on Park Side Street. March 2, 7:38 a.m. Suspicious circumstances were reported on Lone Tree Way. March 2, 9:07 a.m. A vehicle was stolen on Worrell Road. March 2, 12:17 p.m. Police stopped a suspicious vehicle on Sycamore Drive. March 2, 2:26 p.m. A stolen vehicle was recovered on Lemon Tree Way. March 2, 3:35 p.m. On West Tregallas Road, a public nuisance resulting in an outside warrant was reported. March 2, 7:32 p.m. A verbal dispute with threats against persons was reported on Oak Haven Way. March 3, 7:30 a.m. Vehicle theft was reported on Sunflower Drive. March 3, 8:16 a.m. Police made a traffic stop resulting in weapons violations on West 11th Street.

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Heritage, Freedom football teams back in action after season delays by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

The Heritage football team waited 16 months to return to the field to play a game — and the Patriots did not let the opportunity escape them. Heritage sophomore running back Devon Rivers carried the ball 20 times for 267 yards and four touchdowns — the second most single-game yards in school history. The Patriots defense held Granada to a single score en route to a 46-6 Heritage win in Dave Fogelstrom’s head coaching debut for the Patriots. “These kids have lived in the weight room,” Fogelstrom said. “They wanted to really come out and set a tone and let everyone know that things are a little different around here. We are playing with great effort, and I am completely proud of my coaching staff and these kids.” Coming off a 2-8 season under former head coach Don Sanders, Rivers wasted little time showing that the Patriots future is bright. The sophomore back — son of former NFL running back Ron Rivers and brother of former Freedom High and Fresno State University star Ronnie Rivers — picked up an errant first-drive snap and zig-zagged his way through the Granada defense and into open field for a 69-yard touchdown to put Heritage up 6-0, a lead Heritage wouldn’t relinquish. Rivers, who entered the game with only 22 career carries for 79 yards, was just getting started. His 4-yard jaunt late in the first quarter gave Heritage a 19-0 lead. His 15-yard scamper late in the first half upped Heritage’s lead to 32-0, and his 60-yard dash to close the third quarter pushed Heritage’s lead to 46-0. The entire second half was played with a running clock. “I just have to thank my O-line,” Riv-

Heritage running back Devon Rivers exploded for 267 yards and four touchdowns in the Patriots 46-6 win over Granada to open the season last week.

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ers said. “I couldn’t have done it without them. I couldn’t have rushed for 270 without them.” Rivers electric showing took attention away from an otherwise solid team showing. Senior quarterback Asher Haynes completed an efficient nine of 13 passes for 60 yards and one touchdown. He also carried the ball eight times for 76 more yards, including 10-yard and 7-yard scores. Cornerback Jaden Price led the team with five tackles and linebacker Jacob Fucci chipped in with the team’s only sack. Granada’s lone score came on Anthony Molleson’s 1-yard score late in the fourth quarter. “For a game that we thought we might not ever get, it couldn’t have gone any better,” Fogelstrom said. “We have a lot of things that we have to clean up in

BVAL Scores Bay Valley Athletic League baseball and softball teams opened their seasons this week with mixed results. Baseball Antioch 4, Liberty 3 Heritage 6, Deer Valley 1 Pittsburg 10, Freedom 1 Softball Heritage 23, Deer Valley 0 Antioch 7, Liberty 5 No score was announced for Freedom vs. Pittsburg.

terms of watching the film, but I am happy for these guys, especially my seniors.” Heritage opens its five-game league schedule on March 19, hosting Deer Valley at 7 p.m. FREEDOM VS CAMPOLINDO Last Friday night, the Freedom and Campolindo football teams both celebrated the opportunity to play for the first time since 2019. But only the Cougars felt the thrill of victory. Campolindo took the lead for the first time midway through the fourth quarter, holding on for a 27-23 victory at Freedom High School. Cougars senior quarterback Jacob Griessel completed 13 of 25 passes for 259 yards and four touchdowns, and senior back Dillan Thoms checked in with 20 carries for 132 yards. “I think our kids played their tails off

tonight,” said Freedom head coach Andrew Cotter. “Hats off to Campolindo. They did a great job. I think it was kind of a coin flip. That’s what high school football is all about.” Maxwell Weaver’s 42-yard catchand-run with 7:41 left in the fourth quarter ended up being the Cougars’ clinching score. Freedom’s last gasp fell short, when Tyler Lepolo’s fourth-down snag came up just inches shy of a first down with under a minute to play, giving the ball back to Campolindo for good. “It was a hard-fought game,” Lepolo said. “We had a good game plan, it just didn’t happen.” Lepolo’s 3-yard touchdown catch earlier in the game gave Freedom a 6-0 lead midway through the second quarter, see Football page 13A

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eritage’s Alyssa Duran prepares to return a shot during a match against Liberty on the Patriots’ home court in Brentwood this week. The Heritage girls’ tennis team, seeking its ninth consecutive league title this season, appears to be well on its way to achieving that feat. The Patriots have blasted out to a 7-0 team record to start the 10-match season. Heritage has defeated Pittsburg, Deer Valley, and Freedom twice and Liberty once. The Patriots will wrap up the regular season with a match against Liberty and two against Antioch. For a complete schedule, visit https:// bit.ly/30NcaCg. To view more photos of the event, visit www. thepress.net/multimedia/slideshows

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mentioned 42-yard streaking score put Campolindo up for good, 27-23, less than two game minutes later. Despite the loss, Cotter said the team was thrilled to be back on the field. “We get punched in the mouth for 15 months with COVID and all that, and it really feels like tonight has been that first step in dusting ourselves off and getting back to normal,” he said. Freedom returns to the field at 7 p.m. on March 19 at Pittsburg. Campolindo travels to Benicia the same night for a 7:30 p.m. start. To view a video and a slideshow, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia

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www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-20-887533-SH. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916939-0772, or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-20-887533-SH to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-20-887533-SH IDSPub #0173320 3/19/2021 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 85231 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2021.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to the California Self-Storage Facility Act. (B&P) Code 21700 et, Seq.), the undersigned will sell at public auction the self-storage unit contents, containing household and other goods, of the following customers, for cash by CubeSmart to satisfy a lien on MARCH 25th, 2021 at www.storagetreasures.com at or after 10am: CubeSmart #5975 (925)526-4580. 1790 Vineyard Dr. Antioch, Ca - Karen Abbey, Josette FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Alvarado. Purchases must be paid for NAME STATEMENT at the time of sale in CASH or CREDIT File No. F-2021-0000731 The name of the CARD only. Items are sold AS IS WHERE IS business(es): and must be removed at the time of sale. 1. Hi-Lite Enterprises, Inc. CubeSmart reserves the right to refuse 2. Hi-Lite Janitorial any bid or cancel auction. Antioch Press 3. The launch Coach No. 06-1617 85263 Publish Dates: March 4. Marketing ForJesus, MFJ 12, 19, 2021. Located at: 4464 Lone Tree Way In: AnNOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE tioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by TS No. CA-20-887533-SH Order No.: the following owner: Hi-Lite Enterprises, 200538538-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEInc. This business is conducted by: A Cor- FAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED poration, State of Incorporation: Califor- 11/8/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION nia. The registrant commenced to trans- TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE act business under the fictitious business SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED name or names listed above on 2/9/2000. AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF Signature of registrant: Mitchell Hardin, THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU Jr., President This statement was filed SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public with the County Clerk of Contra Costa auction sale to the highest bidder for County on: February 11, 2021 by Deputy cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state J. Graff Expires 2/10/2026 Antioch Press or national bank, check drawn by state No. 06-1617 85181 Publish dates: March or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan 5, 12, 19, 26, 2021. association, or savings association, or FICTITIOUS BUSINESS savings bank specified in Section 5102 NAME STATEMENT to the Financial Code and authorized to File No. F-2021-0000793 The name of do business in this state, will be held by the business: Marchelle Chiffon LLC duly appointed trustee. The sale will be Located at: 913A West 3rd St In: Antioch, made, but without covenant or warranty, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the expressed or implied, regarding title, following owner: Marchelle Chiffon LLC. possession, or encumbrances, to pay the This business is conducted by: A Lim- remaining principal sum of the note(s) ited Liability Company, State of Organi- secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided zation; CA. The registrant commenced in the note(s), advances, under the terms to transact business under the fictitious of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, business name or names listed above fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee on 9/15/2020. Signature of registrant: for the total amount (at the time of the Marchelle Pettiford, Manager. This state- initial publication of the Notice of Sale) ment was filed with the County Clerk of reasonably estimated to be set forth Contra Costa County on: February 26, below. The amount may be greater on 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/15/2026 the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT Antioch Press No. 06-1617 85172 Publish TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): MIGUEL AGUILAR, AN dates: March 5, 12, 19, 26, 2021. UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 11/16/2004 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS as Instrument No. 2004-0438276-00 NAME STATEMENT of Official Records in the office of the File No. F-2021-0000795 The name of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, business: Precious Moments Photog- California; Date of Sale: 4/12/2021 at raphy Located at: 510 W Third Street In: 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass by the following owner: DeAnne Gliedt. located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA This business is conducted by: An In- 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and dividual. The registrant commenced to other charges: $98,503.22 The purported transact business under the fictitious property address is: 67 E 19TH STREET, business name or names listed above ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No.: on 1/27/2016. Signature of registrant: 068-011-020 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on DeAnne Gliedt. This statement was filed this property lien, you should understand with the County Clerk of Contra Costa that there are risks involved in bidding at County on: February 16, 2021 by Deputy a trustee auction. You will be bidding on Clerk Expires 2/15/2026 Antioch Press a lien, not on the property itself. Placing No. 06-1617 85301 Publish dates: March the highest bid at a trustee auction does 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2021. not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You FICTITIOUS BUSINESS should also be aware that the lien being NAME STATEMENT auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you File No. F-2021-0000796 The name of are the highest bidder at the auction, the business(es): Slick Barber Shop you are or may be responsible for paying Located at: 727 W 10th St In: Antioch, off all liens senior to the lien being aucCA 94509, is hereby registered by the tioned off, before you can receive clear following owner: Brett Anthony Os- title to the property. You are encouraged borne. This business is conducted by: An to investigate the existence, priority, and Individual. The registrant commenced size of outstanding liens that may exist to transact business under the fictitious on this property by contacting the county business name or names listed above on recorder’s office or a title insurance com3/9/1995. Signature of registrant: Brett A pany, either of which may charge you a Osborne. This statement was filed with fee for this information. If you consult the County Clerk of Contra Costa County either of these resources, you should be on: February 16, 2021 by Deputy Clerk aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust Expires 2/15/2026 Antioch Press No. 06- on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY 1617 85269 Publish dates: March 12, 19, OWNER: The sale date shown on this no26, April 2, 2021. tice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiaFICTITIOUS BUSINESS ry, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0000910 The name of 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law the business: Frida’s Cocina Mexicana requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available Located at: 3612 G St In: Antioch, CA to you and to the public, as a courtesy 94509, is hereby registered by the fol- to those not present at the sale. If you lowing owner: Elia Rodriguez Tapia. This wish to learn whether your sale date has business is conducted by: An Individual. been postponed, and, if applicable, the The registrant commenced to transact rescheduled time and date for the sale of business under the fictitious business this property, you may call 916-939-0772 name or names listed above on N/A. 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STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Slick’s Barber Shop at 727 W. 10th St., Antioch, CA 94509. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on 11/19/2019 under File No. F-2019-0007045 (*1) 1. Kenneth J. Rivera 2. Dorothy J. Rivera 3432 Tabora Dr., Antioch, CA 94509 (**) This business was conducted by: A Married Couple. Signature: Kenneth J. RIvera, Dorothy J. Rivera. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 16, 2021 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 85268 Publish dates: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2020-0006020 The name of the business: 1. Sunshine Construction, Inc. 2. Sunshine Home Improvements Located at: 2243 Delta Rd In: Knightsen, CA 94548, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Sunshine Construction, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 4/26/1993. Signature of registrant: Michelle Mor, Sec. Tres. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 15, 2020 by Deputy Clerk

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Expires 12/14/2025 Brentwood Press No. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 02-1273 85299 Publish dates: March 19, File No. F-2021-0000543 The name of the 26, April 2, 9, 2021. business: Stay and Play Preschool LLC FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Located at: 771 Griffith Lane In: BrentNAME STATEMENT wood, CA 94513, is hereby registered File No. F-2021-0000339 The name of the by the following owner(s): Stay and Play business: Preschool LLC. This business is conducted 1. Amallely Co by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant 2. Cali Grip commenced to transact business under 3. Santi Apparel the fictitious business name or names 4. Luna y Sol listed above on N/A. Signature of regis5. VLethal trant: Lynette Torrez, Manager. This state6. VitalItem ment was filed with the County Clerk 7. 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This business is conducted No. 02-1273 85267 Publish dates: March by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: California. The registrant 12, 19, 26, April 2, 2021. commenced to transact business under FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the fictitious business name or names NAME STATEMENT listed above on 1/13/2021. Signature of File No. F-2021-0000375 The name of the registrant: Linda Drobatz, Manager. This business: Able 24-7 Transportation statement was filed with the County Located at: 2420 Sand Creek Road In: Clerk of Contra Costa County on: FebruBrentwood, CA 94513, is hereby regis- ary 11, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires tered by the following owner: Yaway En- 2/10/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 terprises LLC. This business is conducted 85190 Publish dates: March 5, 12, 19, by: A Limited Liability Company, State of 26, 2021. Organization: California. The registrant FICTITIOUS BUSINESS commenced to transact business under NAME STATEMENT the fictitious business name or names File No. F-2021-0000730 The name of listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Saddiq Fudge, Managing Mem- the business(es): Bay Area Conduit ber. This statement was filed with the Supply, LLC Located at: 188 Eagle Lane County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby regJanuary 26, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires istered by the following owner(s): Bay Area Conduit Supply, LLC. This business 1/25/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 is conducted by: A Limited Liability Com85168 Publish dates: February 26, March pany, State of Organization: California. 5, 12, 19, 2021. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT name or names listed above on 1-8-21. File No. F-2021-0000386 The name of Signature of registrant: Tracy Larsonthe business: Creation Clinic Located President. This statement was filed with at: 3633 Montreal Circle In: Concord, CA the County Clerk of Contra Costa County 94520, is hereby registered by the fol- on: February 11, 2021 by Clerk Expires lowing owner: THAT’S HIM LLC. This busi- February 10, 2026 Brentwood Press No. ness is conducted by: A Limited Liability 02-1273 85286 Publish dates: March 19, Company, State of Organization: CA. The 26, April 2, 9, 2021. registrant commenced to transact busiFICTITIOUS BUSINESS ness under the fictitious business name NAME STATEMENT or names listed above on N/A. Signature File No. F-2021-0000761 The name of of registrant: Allen Hamilton, Managing the business: Sorcha Hypnotherapy Member. This statement was filed with Located at: 5184 Olive Dr. In: Concord, CA the County Clerk of Contra Costa County 94521, is hereby registered by the followon: January 27, 2021 by Deputy Clerk ing owner: Pam Ray. This business is conExpires 1/26/2026 Brentwood Press No. ducted by: An Individual. The registrant 02-1273 85205 Publish dates: March 5, commenced to transact business under 12, 19, 26, 2021. the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of regisFICTITIOUS BUSINESS trant: Pam Ray. This statement was filed NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0000464 The name of with the County Clerk of Contra Costa the business: Accel Real Estate Located County on: February 12, 2021 by Deputy at: 6660 Lone Tree Way, 4-422 In: Brent- Clerk Expires 2/11/2026 Brentwood Press wood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by No. 02-1273 85187 Publish dates: March the following owner: Accel Management 5, 12, 19, 26, 2021. Services Corporation. This business is FICTITIOUS BUSINESS conducted by: A Corporation, State of NAME STATEMENT Incorporation: California. The registrant File No. F-2021-0000762 The name of commenced to transact business under the business: Reliance Auto Service the fictitious business name or names and Repair Located at: 2594 Willow Pass listed above on N/A. Signature of regis- Rd. In: Bay Point, CA 94565, is hereby trant: Lynell Fuller, Chief Executive Of- registered by the following owner: Peficer. This statement was filed with the dro Ochoa Ventura. This business is conCounty Clerk of Contra Costa County on: ducted by: An Individual. The registrant January 29, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires commenced to transact business under 1/28/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 the fictitious business name or names 85208 Publish dates: March 5, 12, 19, listed above on 01/01/2021. Signature 26, 2021. of registrant: Pedro Ochoa Ventura. This statement was filed with the County FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Clerk of Contra Costa County on: FebruNAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0000482 The name of ary 12, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires the business: Bourke Home Solutions 12/11/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02LLC Located at: 5354 Paso Del Rio Way In: 1273 85171 Publish dates: March 5, 12, Concord, CA 94521, is hereby registered 19, 26, 2021. by the following owner: Bourke Home FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Solutions LLC. This business is conducted NAME STATEMENT by: A Limited Liability Company, State File No. F-2021-0000792 The name of of Organization: CA. The registrant com- the business: Baythings Services Lomenced to transact business under the cated at: 1660 Jenkinson Dr In: Concord, fictitious business name or names listed CA 94520, is hereby registered by the above on N/A. Signature of registrant: following owner(s): Obed Romero MonSean Bourke, CEO. This statement was dragon. This business is conducted by: filed with the County Clerk of Contra Cos- An Individual. The registrant commenced ta County on: February 2, 2021 by Deputy to transact business under the fictitious Clerk Expires 2/1/2026 Brentwood Press business name or names listed above on No. 02-1273 85229 Publish dates: March N/A. Signature of registrant: Obed Rome12, 19, 26, April 2, 2021. ro Mondragon. This statement was filed

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by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: William Goldstein, President. This statement was FICTITIOUS BUSINESS filed with the County Clerk of Contra NAME STATEMENT Costa County on: February 25, 2021 by File No. F-2021-0000805 The name of Deputy Clerk Expires 2/24/2026 Brentthe business: California Spa Service wood Press No. 02-1273 85302 Publish Located at: 1547 Palos Verdes Mall #322 dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2021. In: Walnut Creek, CA 94597, is hereby registered by the following owner: CaliFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT fornia Home Services Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of File No. F-2021-0000972 The name of Incorporation: California. The registrant the business(es): Perpetually Girlie commenced to transact business under Located at: 2011 Windward Place In: the fictitious business name or names Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby reglisted above on 1/6/2011. Signature of istered by the following owner(s): Kitten registrant: Paul E. Stierwalt, President M. Russell. This business is conducted by: This statement was filed with the County An Individual. The registrant commenced Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Febru- to transact business under the fictitious ary 17, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires business name or names listed above on 2/16/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 11/21/2011. Signature of registrant: Kit85239 Publish dates: March 12, 19, 26, ten M. Russell. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa April 2, 2021. County on: February 26, 2021 by Deputy FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Clerk Expires February 25, 2026 BrentNAME STATEMENT wood Press No. 02-1273 85288 Publish File No. F-2021-0000839 The name of dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2021. the business(es): Aerial Concepts EnFICTITIOUS BUSINESS terprise Located at: 1867 White Sands NAME STATEMENT Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereFile No. F-2021-0001001 The name of the by registered by the following owner(s): Brian Patrick Vanmastrigt This business business: SHIFTHANDLER Located at: is conducted by: An Individual . The 5220 East Lakeshore Drive In: San Ramon, registrant commenced to transact busi- CA 94582, is hereby registered by the folness under the fictitious business name lowing owner(s): Bradley Gallagher. This or names listed above on N/A. Signature business is conducted by: An Individual. of registrant: Brian Vanmastrigt-Owner. The registrant commenced to transact This statement was filed with the County business under the fictitious business Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Febru- name or names listed above on N/A. ary 19, 2021 by Deputy J. Graff Expires Signature of registrant: Brad Gallagher February 18, 2026 Brentwood Press No. Individual. This statement was filed with 02-1273 85285 Publish dates: March 19, the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 1, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Ex26, April 2, 9, 2021. pires 2/28/2026 Brentwood Press No. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 02-1273 85298 Publish dates: March 19, NAME STATEMENT 26, April 2, 9, 2021. File No. F-2021-0000842 The name of the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS businesses: 1. LVNLUX 2. Black Barrel NAME STATEMENT Brewing Located at: 1576 Celestine Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is here- File No. F-2021-000932 The name of the by registered by the following owner(s): business(es): Haymaker Media, Bold 1. Rande Ross 2. Tracy Ross This business Eats Located at: 8255 Brookhaven Circle is conducted by: A Married Couple. The In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registrant commenced to transact busi- registered by the following owner(s): ness under the fictitious business name Brooke Denise Promnitz. This business or names listed above on 1/22/2016. is conducted by: An Individual. The regSignature of registrant: Rande Ross. This istrant commenced to transact business statement was filed with the County under the fictitious business name or Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Febru- names listed above on 9-12-2019. Signaary 19, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires ture of registrant: B. Promnitz. This state2/18/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 ment was filed with the County Clerk of 85271 Publish dates: March 12, 19, 26, Contra Costa County on: February 24, 2021 by Deputy J. Graff Expires February April 2, 2021. 23, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 85287 Publish dates: March 19, 26, April NAME STATEMENT 2, 9, 2021. File No. F-2021-0000850 The name of the business(es): Sultana Hooka Lounge Located at: 2415 Empire Ave Suite 207 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Robena Yasmin Ali. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/6/2021. Signature of registrant: Robena Yasmin Ali. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 19, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/18/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85236 Publish dates: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0000887 The name of the business: Skin Esthetics Located at: 147 W. Richmond Ave. Suite D In: Point Richmond, CA 94801, is hereby registered by the following owner: Melody Olivia Marigny. 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: Melody Marigny-Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 23, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/22/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85202 Publish dates: March 5, 12, 19, 26, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0000960 The name of the business: Sideline Fitness Located at: 2415 San Ramon Valley Blvd, Suite 4304 In: San Ramon, CA 94583, is hereby registered by the following owner: ZSPORTZ, INC.. This business is conducted

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Cheryl Anne Lane, deceased CASE NUMBER P20-01570 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Cheryl Anne Lane, Cheryl A. Lane, Cheryl Lane, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: James Lane in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: James Lane be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: April 1, 2021 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 30. b. Address of court: 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Christina Gallagher Nelson, Esq. Fox Rothschild LLP One Front Street, 32nd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94111 - Tel. 415-981-1400 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85266 Publish Dates: March 12, 19, 26, 2021.

savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the attached legal description. Sale Date & Time: 04/28/2021 at 01:30 PM Sale Location: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 324 CORONADO CT (Unincorporated Area), DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94514 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $154,948.79 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 916- 939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website, www.nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9462-6069. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours

after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916-939- 0772, or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case, 94626069, to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 833-290-7452 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting.com or Call: 916-9390772. Affinia Default Services, LLC, Omar Solorzano, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only. LEGAL DESCRIPTION PARCEL ONE LOT 22, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 8166, FILED JUNE 2, 2000, IN MAP BOOK 420, PAGE 35, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS, RESERVATIONS, EASEMENTS, COVENANTS, OIL, GAS OR MINERAL RIGHTS OF RECORD, IF ANY NPP0373143 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 03/05/2021, 03/12/2021, 03/19/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85177 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 2021.

COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Jenny Avelar CASE NUMBER: N201774 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Jenny Avelar filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Anthony Edilberto Amador b. Christopher Ernesto Amador to Proposed Name: a. Anthony Edilberto Avelar b. Christopher Ernesto Avelar. 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: 04/02/2021 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 - 248 Oak Street, Brentwood Date: November 17, 2020 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 021273 85157 Publish Dates: February 26, March 5, 12, 19, 2021.

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: 4/13/2021 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: February 9, 2021 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85199 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 26, 2021.

ment was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 8, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/7/2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 85292 Publish dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2021.

property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call Axis Foreclosure Services at (916) 9391494 or visit this internet website www. stoxposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case TS15-0033. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call Axis Foreclosure Services at (916) 939-1494 or visit this internet website website www.stoxposting.com using the file number assigned to this case TS15-0033» to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. DATE: 3/10/21 Axis Foreclosure Services 2911 Aberdeen Lane El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 For Trustee’s Sale Information (916) 939-1494 Call (916) 9391494 or email Chuck.Breeden@Hotmail. com Chuck Breeden, Foreclosure Officer EXHIBIT “A” This is to be attached to and made a part thereof the original Interest Only Installment Note and Deed of Trust and Assignment of Rents dated August 8, 2007, Fbo Bell Ministries (207-057) Diversified Loan Services, Inc as to an undivided 100% interest. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 85283 Publish Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 2021.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 9462-6069 TSG Order No.: 1010213480 A.P.N.: 011-381-022 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/23/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Affinia Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 11/16/2004 as Document No.: 2004- 0438918-00, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: MARIA LUISA SALVADOR, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Angela Marie McDonald SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Angela Marie McDonald & Colin McDonald III CASE NUMBER: N210175 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Angela Marie McDonald and Colin McDonald III filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Liam John McDonald to Proposed Name: Liam McDonald. 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: 03/30/2021 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: 01/27/2021 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85186 Publish Dates: March 5, 12, 19, 26, 2021. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Jenny Avelar SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA,

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0000551 The name of the business: Bay Area Iron Works Located at: 4249 Salgado Ave In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Karla Guzman-Palacios. 2. Celso Guzman. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3/5/2018. Signature of registrant: Karla Guzman-Palacios. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Contra Costa County on: February 5, 2021 PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Kook by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/4/2026 Oakley Hwa Kim aka Koo Hwa Kim SUPERIOR Press No. 03-0477 85300 Publish dates: COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CON- March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2021. TRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS CA 94553 PETITION OF: Kook Hwa Kim NAME STATEMENT CASE NUMBER: N21-0156 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Kook File No. F-2021-0000709 The name of the Hwa Kim filed a petition with this court business: Ergo-Tek Associates Located for a decree changing names as follows: at: 178 Willowrun Way In: Oakley, CA Present Name: a. Kook Hwa Kim 94561, is hereby registered by the folto Proposed Name: Koo Hwa Kim. lowing owner: Randy Stonebarger. This 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons business is conducted by: An Individual. interested in this matter shall appear The registrant commenced to transact before this court at the hearing indicated business under the fictitious business below to show cause, if any, why the name or names listed above on 1/1/2018. petition for change of name should not Signature of registrant: Randy Stonebe granted. Any person objecting to the barger, Owner. This statement was filed name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the rea- with the County Clerk of Contra Costa sons for the objection at least two court County on: February 11, 2021 by Deputy days before the matter is scheduled to Clerk Expires 2/10/2026 Oakley Press No. be heard and must appear at the hearing 03-0477 85161 Publish dates: February to show cause why the petition should 26, March 5, 12, 19, 2021. not be granted. If no written objection FICTITIOUS BUSINESS is timely filed, the court may grant the NAME STATEMENT petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF File No. F-2021-0001115 The name of HEARING a. Date: 04/06/2021 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 b. The address of the business: Action Dry Wall Located the court is same as noted above. 3. a. at: 3191 Doyle Rd In: Oakley, CA 94561, A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall is hereby registered by the following be published at least once each week for owner: 1. James Gordon McCormick 2. four successive weeks prior to the date Jill Marie McCormic. This business is conset for hearing on the petition in the fol- ducted by: An Individual. The registrant lowing newspaper of general circulation, commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names printed in this county: Brentwood Press listed above on 2/19/1981. Signature Date: February 10, 2021 Judge of the of registrant: James G. McCormick. This Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- statement was filed with the County 1273 85159 Publish Dates: February 26, Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 5, March 5, 12, 19, 2021. 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/4/2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 85293 Publish ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2021. FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Kuumba FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Tshombe Mills SUPERIOR COURT NAME STATEMENT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA File No. F-2021-0001124 The name of the COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Kuumba Tshombe business: CRC Sewer & Drains Located Mills CASE NUMBER: N21-0147 TO at: 239 Brazil Ct In: Oakley, CA 94561, is ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner hereby registered by the following ownKuumba Tshombe Mills aka Kwam Mills er: Chris Chryssikos. This business is confiled a petition with this court for a de- ducted by: An Individual. The registrant cree changing names as follows: Pres- commenced to transact business under ent Name: a. Kuumba Tshombe the fictitious business name or names Mills b. aka Kwam Mills to Proposed listed above on 7/31/2020. Signature of Name: Kwam Tshombe Mills. 2. THE registrant: Chris Chryssikos. This state-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. TS15-0033 Loan No. 207-057 Title Order No. 1485452CAD APN 035-121-006 TRA No. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/08/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 04/14/2021 at 01:30PM, DIVERSIFIED LOAN SERVICES, INC as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on August 16, 2007 as document #2007-0235673-00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: GREGORY N BELL MINISTRIES, INC., as Trustor, SEE EXHIBIIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: at the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center outside near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, Ca 94565, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: LEGAL DESCRIPTION The land referred to is situated in the County of Contra Costa, City of Oakley, State of California, and is described as follows: Lot 11 and 12, Block 1, Amended Map 1, Town of Oakley, filed March 21, 1903, Map Book C, Page 51, Contra Costa County Records. 132 Ohara Avenue, Oakley, CA 94561 The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 100 E ACME ST, OAKLEY, CA 94561 aka 132 O’hara Ave, Oakley, Ca 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $1,089,633.96 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the

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students have elected to return in the district’s am/pm hybrid learning model, while 31% of students will remain in distance learning. Natalie Piol is a Discovery Bay mother of three and said her children have been waiting for this day. “I am happy for my kids to have the opportunity to return to school,” said Piol. “The teachers have been great, but learning online has been rough. They are so happy to be in a classroom.” A little farther south in the Byron Union School District, Superintendent Reyes Gauna and his teachers and staff also welcomed students with open arms and six feet of distance. “It’s going very well,” said Gauna. “Kids are happy; we are seeing smiles.

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170 feet away, should be considered a youth center, which would require a 1,000-foot buffer between the park and the operation. County Principal Planner Telma Moreira, who granted the permit before the county planning commission pulled it back on appeal, said that Brentwood’s Sunset Park Athletic Complex is not considered a youth center, according to the county’s established definitions. In a subsequent 4-3 ruling, however, the planning commission disagreed. The county’s definition for a youth center is “any public or private facility that is primarily used to host recreational or social activities for minors, including, but not limited to, private youth membership organizations or clubs, social service teenage club facilities, video arcades, or similar amusement park facilities.” “Everything I have looked up about what defines a youth center — a park is in everything,” said Planning Commissioner Kevin Van Buskirk, who voted with fellow commissioners Ross Hillesheim, Bhupen Amin and Bob Mankin to uphold Brentwood’s appeal and deny Diablo Valley Farms’ land-use permit earlier this year. City leaders side with the facility’s denial. Brentwood Mayor Joel Bryant noted that historically 75% of the park’s 123,650 total users are youth. “Our families are our number one priority,” he said. ”This can’t in any fashion not be considered a youth fa-

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impact – has also fallen. These three metrics allowed the county to advance to the red tier in the state’s four-tiered Blueprint for a Safer Economy this past Sunday, March 14. “We are excited to be turning a corner in the restrictions and see more of our economy opening up,” Brentwood City Manager Tim Ogden said. With the move to the red tier, restrictions on a number of activities loosened. Restaurants, gyms, dance studios and museums may resume indoor operation in accordance with state health guidelines. Indoor retail stores and shopping malls may increase their maximum occupancy, and grocery stores may operate at full capacity. Small private gatherings may be held indoors, again in accordance with state health guidance. And elementary and secondary schools can reopen for inperson learning without submitting a safety plan to CCHS. “I’m encouraged by the progress we’re making as a community, and I know we’ve asked a lot of everyone,

district’s one-week spring break. Gauna said 75% of his students chose to return in the district’s am/pm hybrid schedule, while 25% chose to remain in distance learning. He said the planning and transition have gone well, thanks to a dedicated staff and supportive community. Gina Mason of Discovery Bay is part of that community and said Discovery Bay Elementary has done a fantastic job welcoming her fourthand second-graders back to school. “During pick up, when they got in the car with me, I could barely get a word out, they were so excited,” Mason said. “My daughter in second grade is autistic, and this was a big change for her. Not only was she back in school, but she had a different teacher, and even with

cility. The vast majority of usage is by youth. Kids are there all the time.” Nunn, however, argued that he’s been consistent with all the regulations the county has put forth. “It’s kind of ironic that the same county has denied me for being consistent with the rules they set up,” Nunn said. “I am just playing by the rules the county established. These are not my rules. These are the county’s rules. And now in the middle of the game, after I have spent quite a bit of money, they are trying to change the program by redefining what a youth center is.” Nunn further noted previous concerns regarding smell and crime are addressed in the project’s operational plans. County planning commission documents state that Diablo Valley Farms will feature extensive security, including a chain-link fence with razor wire; a coded facility entrance via a sliding gate, with a mounted security camera; and video surveillance of other aspects, including the cultivated product. The stalled project is an extension of a 27-year business on the site, which Nunn says hasn’t garnered a single complaint, nor did anyone balk when the city installed a potentially smelly sewer treatment plant nearby the facility. The proposed non-cash facility is intended to be a microplant nursery, using two existing 10,000-squarefoot greenhouses. Plans call for the business to grow 4- to 6-inch seed-

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including small businesses, throughout the pandemic,” said Diane Burgis, chair of the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors. “We are all hopefully seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. Still, it’s important to realize that we’re not there yet. We need to continue to be vigilant, do our part and take care of each other so that the new variants don’t get a foothold and reverse some of the progress we’ve made.” While only two cases of the U.K. variant have been confirmed in the county, Farnitano believes there are many more instances that have not been detected. “We can’t say how widespread it is in Contra Costa, but it’s concerning,” Farnitano said.

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the mask on, I could see she was smiling from ear to ear. It was amazing.” Mason wasn’t alone in her sentiments. April Halverson said she was happy to have the burden of distance learning lifted from herself and her children. “Every day, they come back telling me how much they love school and how much fun they had,” she said. “They are so excited to be back in the classroom and see their teachers face-to-face and see their friends, even six feet apart.” Halverson added she appreciated the district’s efforts to bring some positivity out of a horrible situation and is thankful for all the work that went into opening the campuses. To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia/slideshows

lings before shipping them out for off-site planting. Nunn argues that not only will the seedlings not generate a smell — odor comes from the development of THC post-flowering, from the resin on the cannabis bud — but the seedlings by their very nature won’t be an attractive crime target. “I am unaware why criminals would want to steal 4-inch seedlings,” Nunn said. “Wouldn’t they want to break into a brick-and-mortar cannabis sale site that has cash and ready-to-smoke drugs? We don’t have either.” Brentwood Assistant City Manager Terrence Grindall said, regardless, city staff remains concerned. “We have heard that representation (about the seedlings) in the past,” he said. “It’s essentially irrelevant based on the distance requirements, but at the same time, I do want to point out the permit they would be receiving from the county does not limit them to seedlings or have any limitations at all. They would have full-out marijuana production facility potential.” Nunn said he encourages the county to make grow limitations a part of the project’s conditional-use permit. “I want them to restrict our ability to grow past the seedling stage, which has always been our intent anyway,” he said. “(It) eliminates the smell issue, and I believe eliminates crime as well. If those are truly their only two complaints, I believe we have addressed their concerns as a good neighbor.”

Because the U.K. variant is more transmissible and has the potential to cause more severe illness, it is one of five variants classified by the Centers for Disease Control as variants of concern. Among the others are two California variants, a Brazil variant and a South African variant. Increased transmissibility along with the potential for reinfection is driving concern over the Brazil variant, while the current crop of vaccines appear to be less effective against the South Africa variant. “We’ve been detecting (the California variant) in California for a few weeks now,” Farnitano said. “It’s showing up in about 15 - 20% of samples that are tested across California. Fortunately it doesn’t seem to be much different from the original strain. It might be slightly more transmissible, but not nearly as much as the U.K. variant, which is thought to be 50% more transmissible. “There’s no evidence yet that it has any less response to the vaccines. Also, there’s no evidence that people who’ve had COVID in the past are more likely to get infected with the California vari-

ant. That’s the concern with the Brazil variant. A lot of people are getting infected a second time with the Brazil variant. We’re not seeing that with the California variant so far.” Neither the Brazil or South African variants have been detected in the county to date. While the other variants are circulating in the community at a low level, they are not impacting case rates or test positivity rates at this time. But there is concern that as restrictions ease and new, more highly transmissible variants emerge, another wave of infections could develop. “Every time we open the society and loosen our restrictions, the virus comes roaring back,” Farnitano explained. “We’re hopeful that the vaccine will prevent that. It certainly hasn’t in Europe. They haven’t gotten as much vaccine out as the U.S. has. But have we gotten enough vaccine out to avoid that yet, or not? No one really knows. Are we rolling out the vaccine faster than we’re opening up so that we can stay ahead of that? I’m hopeful that we are, but I’m not 100% on that.”

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The Final Forbearance Plan

any people have taken advantage of a lifesaving offer from their mortgage lender over the last year. They were

able to postpone their mortgage payments for a defined period of time through a forbearance program. For some it was 6 months and for others, 12 months. Without the opportunity to forbear their mortgage payments many people would have lost their homes, through no fault of their own. One question that I hear frequently is “do I have to pay it back?” Or worse yet, I hear a statement “I do not have to pay it back.” When the pandemic hit, so suddenly, banks, the government, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac, and Wall Street, all looked around wondering how millions of unemployed homeowners were going to make their mortgage payments. No one wanted to see a foreclosure crisis the likes of 2008. At first it was 2 weeks. Then it was 2 more weeks. Then it was “just 6 more weeks”. Businesses started shutting down. Small service industries, and small local restaurants, just could not survive 10 weeks with zero income. They shuttered their doors forever. They were the first victims. Luckily, lenders began offering forbearances within the first couple of months. The upside is they made it very easy to qualify for the forbearance. The downside is there was very little information about how the missed payments were to be repaid. For many, the payments were to be added to the end of their loan and the bank made that clear at the time of the original forbearance. For others, the payments have to be paid, in full, at the end of the forbearance period. For others, they truly do not know when they will be required to repay those missed payments. The key piece of information is that it does have to be repaid. I have had so many people tell me that they were sure that the bank said they were just going to forgive the payments. That is not the case, for any forbearance plan. Forbearance, by definition, means to pay it later. There is no forgiveness in a forbearance plan. The only question is, when does it have to be repaid. So, let’s chat about the Final Forbearance Plan. Let’s call it FFP, for short. FFP allows you to put off making your mortgage payment until you make the decision to leave your home. At that time, the full amount must be repaid. This can be done through the sale of the home, or a refinance by your heirs, if you leave your home due to your death. FFP allows you to make payments through out the life of the loan if you choose. You can pay a little each month, you can pay a couple of times a year, you can pay one time because you happen to come into some money, or you can never make a payment until such time as you leave your home. The payments are simply added to the back of the loan to be paid at a later date – it is a forbearance. FFP also protects you against a downturn in the real estate markets. We all know real estate is cyclical and we see up cycles and down cycles. When you decide to leave your home, or if you pass away, during a time when values are down, if you owe more on your home than it is worth, you are never responsible for any deficit. For example, if you owe $600,000 and your home is worth $550,000,

you are not responsible for the $50,000 deficit, and neither are your heirs. FFP pays off your mortgage(s) first and foremost. Obviously, that is a big boost to your cash flow right there. Whatever your current principal and interest payment is, you will now have that much more cash flow each month. I think most people would love to have that much more spendable income each and every month! FFP does require that you pay your property taxes and insurance, live in the home, and maintain the home. We can, however, set up a plan to pay your property taxes and insurance for you depending on your equity position. One question I hear frequently is, “what does maintain your home” mean exactly? What it means is “if the roof leaks, fix it. If a tree falls on your house, repair it. If the window gets broken, replace it”. What it does not mean is that you must keep up with the Jones’. You do not have to remodel your kitchen, or put in new flooring, or replace your landscaping, unless you choose to do so. FFP comes in all shapes and sizes. We have FHA insured loans that may, in addition to paying off your current mortgage(s), be able to provide a line of credit, or a monthly payout to you depending on your equity position. The line of credit option actually provides for “growth” on the unused portion of the line of credit. What that means is that the amount of the unused available line of credit grows larger over time. The growth is based on the amount of unused line of credit and the current interest rates. It is an incredible feature that cannot be beat on any other mortgage program, anywhere. We have jumbo loans with loan amounts up to $4,000,000. These programs may provide for a monthly pay out over 2-10 years, a lump sum payout, or perhaps a line of credit. This program also offers the protections for you and your heirs in the event the real estate market takes a downturn. Certainly, the jumbo program works well for the Bay Area with such high available loan amounts. The jumbos are fairly new, and the programs are still evolving with some exciting new enhancements coming in April. The new features will allow borrowers more flexibility in qualifying which is very exciting. It is something brand new to the industry. A complete innovation the likes of which we have never seen before. The FFP program will allow people 60 years and older to take advantage of a permanent forbearance. There is no time limit, there is no on-going periodic qualifying requirement, once you have the FFP in place, it will remain in place until you leave your home provided you pay taxes and insurance, live in and maintain the home. You can stay in your home without having to fret about your mortgage payment. What exactly is an FFP? It is a reverse mortgage program. The same reverse mortgage program that I have been telling you about for years. Now that people are comfortable with the idea of forbearance, the reverse mortgage makes more sense. It is truly nothing more than a forbearance just exactly like the one you, or a family member, or a friend used to get through the pandemic, except that it can be a permanent solution to provide you with financial security throughout your retirement years. I have friends/clients in Walnut Creek who took out a reverse mortgage just prior to the Pandemic. They had no idea what was coming. As the pandemic got worse, their friends and family were distraught about what to do about their mortgage payments. My friends did not have to worry at all, there was almost a sense of guilt. They called me and said we never knew what a blessing our

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Real estate trends steady as pandemic eases In the beginning of February, we were really over what comps were giving us – at least $20,000 over, if not more.

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looms. Brentwood real estate agent Debbie Anthony of Compass Real Estate said market reports continue to look promising for sellers. “According to most real estate advisors who follow the market consistently, it’s going to be like this for two or three years,” she said. “The inventory just can’t get caught up. Unless something more tragic than the pandemic happens and the interest rates jump beyond belief, it will stay this way for a while.” Laura Call with Sasville Properties in Discovery Bay agreed, noting it can be difficult to find comparable sales to determine a home’s value when bidding wars have driven prices so high. “In the beginning of February, we were really over what comps were giving us – at least $20,000 over, if not more,” Call said. “We are now seeing people writing without any contingencies, which is scary for both

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The real estate market in East County continues to be red hot, and experts say there are few signs of easing over the next year or two. the buyer and the seller. But it’s all in being prepared, having a strategy, and doing your homework.” Another hot topic in real estate circles is the great exodus of people out of California. Call said she has many clients investigating other states like Texas, Arizona and Idaho, though markets there have been driven so high in the last two years, they are barely below what can be found in East County or the rest of California. “I tell my clients to do their homework before going on the market,” she said. “We are starting to see areas that are a little more

remote pick up and are just as high as they are here. If you don’t have to move, you might want to stay put.” Call cited competitive markets and high property taxes as reasons to remain in your home if at all possible. There’s more to the market than people leaving, though. Anthony has seen a wave of city residents relocating to the suburbs. “People are leaving California, but people are also coming into California,” she said. “We have had an influx of people coming from places like New York to the suburbs of California. You live in New York for

New York, and if you can’t have New York, why spend $1 million on a tiny box when you can have a mini mansion here?” For those who are in the market, Call says be prepared to write multiple offers and be aware of the competition. She also noted a higher offer isn’t always the right answer. “(There) are other things we can possibly do,” she said. “Maybe you cover the agent fees or closing costs, and there are other ways of getting creative where you are not in the higher property tax bases. Just be prepared before entering the market, do your due diligence, and strap in, because it is a wild one.” For more information on Debbie Anthony, call 925-262-7702, email debbiedoesrealestatenow@gmail.com or visit www. debbiedoesrealestatenow.com. For more information on Laura Call, call 925-667-8127 or visit www.sasvilleproperties.com.

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What’s cooking in new kitchen designs JENNA HARDS

itchens play an important part in any household, as they are areas of

entertainment, family gatherings and discussions and, of course, the central place for baking and cooking. It has always been expected for kitchens to be functional and comfortable, but specific design aspects of kitchen appliances, cabinets and countertops are changing with new trends. For much of the East Contra Costa area, white, black and grey kitchen color themes are coming back, which is a change from the wooden cabinets and themes seen in the past. “It’s the painted shaker style, which is very simple,” said Carol Carey from Carey Bros. Remodeling, an Antioch-based remodeling company that works with Bay Area homeowners on home improvement projects. “It seems like everybody wants painted cabinets. We’re not doing very many stained-wood cabinets.” Simple colors and painted cabinets add a much brighter and cleaner look to kitchens, and backsplashes are also being used to give kitchen spaces another layer

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White, grey, and black kitchen cupboards are back in style, which is a change from the once popular wooden cabinets and dark countertops. of color or texture. “Before, we used to have liners and dots and all kinds of things in our backsplashes, and today, they are simpler,” Carey continued, “But the shapes of the tile sort of add the dimension that you get from throwing in all of the secondary items.” There has also been a growing interest in quartz countertops, although granite still remains a popular choice.

“The two upgraded types of countertops that you’ll find are either granite or quartz,” said Mitchell Preciado, a Contra Costa based realtor for Century 21 Real Estate Alliance. “What’s also really popular right now is that middle island. So, either the island is working and might be functional, or it might just be storage with a countertop on it.” Islands are a great addition to any kitchen, not only for the extra counter

space, but also for the possibility of extra seating, or space for appliances or storage. Many people are interested in having a lot of storage space, either through cupboard storage or walk-in pantries, which have become popular. “The newer homes have walk-in pantries, which is really nice to put all your food in, as opposed to just having in a cabinet several layers deep,” said Preciado. Walk-in pantries are great for storage of food, as well as smaller appliances like microwaves, slow cookers, juicers, or blenders Outside of the pantry, kitchen owners are also interested in larger appliances like wine fridges or double ovens. “There are so many new appliances that are starting to change, and they’re offering more professional-style cooking for kitchens, (with) steam ovens, speed ovens, and ovens that have dehydrating and proofing (capabilities),” said Carey. “People are looking for more diversity from their appliances.” Carey also mentioned that many households are looking for new appliances to keep their homes healthy and clean. Touchless faucets in kitchens are a great start to that effort. “I think it should really be very individual,” said Carey. “What’s going to make you happy in 10 years when you walk into your kitchen? Something that’s timeless?”

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Creating your own backyard oasis

ur backyards are some of the best places to spend the summer months, especially

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However, In recent weeks there has been a slight, uptick in rates. This is a key sign that outside changes and the improving economy are having an effect on those historic low rates. Many of these great deals have to do with conventional loans, which are loans that lenders refer to when discussing conforming mortgages. These loans include various property types from single-family homes to condos. They are also not guaranteed or insured by the U.S. government. While refinancing rates have been low, loan limits have seen an increase which allows borrowers to have access to more money with lower rates. “In Contra Costa County in 2021, we have seen an increase in the conforming loan limits,” said Kristine Messa, a mortgage broker with REInspired Home Loans. “The loan limits used to be at $510,400. So, for anyone who

open up. She still advises that borrowers take advantage of these unprecedented lows. Mertens-Pickett advised every first-time homebuyer to see what products are available to them, because they may be able to get into a home with as little as renting a home. Kristine Messa and REInspired Home Loans is located at 541 Montana Street, Ste. A in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-240-0051. Kathy Mertens-Pickett and Stearns Lending, are located at 5829 Lone Tree Way Ste. D in Antioch, For more information, call 925-584-4368.

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According to Mertens-Pickett, the mortgage back securities are adjusting and every time they adjust, there is a rate increase. “It is also dependent on what is going on in the government,” said Mertens-Pickett. “There is a lot of (uncertainty) with having a new president, and we have a new stimulus bill. All that stuff affects the stock market, and when the stock market gets affected, it affects the rates.” Things are looking hopeful, however, as Mertens-Pickett also believes that rates will settle down once the stimulus package goes through and more businesses and communities

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has a loan now, they can get up to $548,250.” Messa has been working in the industry for 20 years and works locally in the Brentwood area. Some of the programs Messa offers for clients are high-balance conforming loans, which offer both 30- and 15-year, fully amortizing terms, as well as a fully amortizing 5/1 and 7/1 ARMS and jumbo loans, which adjust to loans that may not fall in regular loan limits. REInspired also has Standard FHA’s for refinancing, including a 96.5% financing with a 3.5% down payment. “First-time homebuyers want programs that would be like FHA, conventional 95%, or FHA is 96.5%,” said Messa. This program also offers expanded credit scores, some all the way down to 580. Many of these low rates are due to the aftereffects of the pandemic, however, over these past three weeks, many brokers have seen an increase in rates. “Rates just kept going lower and lower and lower, and everybody was refinancing,” said Kathy Mertens-Pickett, a mortgage lender based in Antioch who works with Stearns Lending, which is newly acquired by Guaranteed Rate. “People we refinanced in March have refinanced again, some of them in August and maybe even again in December, because rates just kept getting lower, but at this point, they are starting to go the other way.”

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Insuring your future takes a little planning DAWNMARIE FEHR

avigating life often comes with pitfalls, but a little preparation – and a chat with

your insurance provider – can diminish those pitfalls into small hiccups. Insurance is meant to provide protection against a possible eventuality. Some insurance, like liability insurance, is required by law, but what about things like renter’s insurance, or broader coverage in a homeowner’s policy? Dirk Zeigler of Zeigler Insurance and Financial Services suggests shopping around. “First thing, and this is across the board for any type of insurance, always get multiple quotes,” Zeigler said. “There are two types of brokers and agents out there – independent brokers and captive brokers. Captive brokers just sell who they work with, such as State Farm or Allstate. An independent broker

works with multiple policies and can give you options.” When purchasing a homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy, it’s important to ensure you have replacement cost coverage. “Make sure you have enough coverage for your personal belongings, and make sure you have replacement cost coverage,” said Zeigler. “That means if there’s a fire and you need to replace your stuff, you can get new things at current prices. There’s no depreciation.” It is a homeowner’s responsibility to see they have enough coverage on their home, so if rebuilding is necessary, they can afford to do so. Homeowners should also beware of limitations on items like fine art, jewelry, and gun collections. “Most insurance companies limit those kinds of things to $1,500 max for any item, so if you don’t schedule that $70,000 ring, then $1,500 is all you’ll get,” said Zeigler. According to Randy Aquino of Bushman Insurance Agency, many of his brokerage’s

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clients make assumptions about their coverage, only to be disappointed when the time comes to make a claim. “It’s always a good idea to know what you’re covered for before a claim comes up,” Aquino said. “We have clients who assume they know what’s covered, and they don’t always know.” One of the products Bushman offers is auto insurance, and he noted some companies offer more than others. Rather than skimping on coverage to save money, another way to keep costs low is to look at higher deductibles, which will mean lower monthly premiums – though if the worst happens, you’ll spend more out-of-pocket. Stella Bronstein is a commercial lines broker at Maurice Deroy’s Farmers Insurance who enjoys working with local companies to fulfill their insurance needs. “If it’s a commercial account, we want to secure both their liability, their business property, their commercial, auto, and the workers’ compensation,” she said. “To me, a company is a company is a company. I want my clients to be comfortable and to trust their broker – which is me – to select the best coverage at the most competitive price.” Bronstein did warn the devastation of last year’s fires will take its toll on homeowners this year. “I can tell you from a homeowner’s

standpoint that homeowner’s premiums will increase this year because of the fires of the past year,” she said. “That will affect everyone, because there have been millions and millions of dollars of claims, and of course, the insurance companies are in business to make money. Since they are staring at a loss, they will increase premiums for everyone.” Some companies have refused to renew clients in or near fire zones. Zeigler has had clients in towns like Clayton, Brentwood, and even Discovery Bay not have their policies renewed. Homeowners in fire zones may need to investigate other options through the California Fair Plan at www.cfpnet.com. All three agencies mentioned above offer a range of personal and commercial insurance and financial services. Zeigler Insurance and Financial Services is located at 1300 Central Blvd., Suite B, in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-634-1240 or visit www.zeiglerinsurance. com. Bushman Insurance Agency Independent Brokerage is located at 6041 Lone Tree Way, Suite B, in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-788-6929 or visit www.bushmaninsuranceagency.com. Maurice Deroy’s Farmer’s Insurance Agency is located at 9040 Brentwood Blvd., Suite C, in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-634-9999 or visit http://bit.ly/Indy_3eQB2RZ. To view a video, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia

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a solution of white vinegar, baking soda and salt to make a safe cleanser, according to The Spruce. Soak the stain, use a scrub brush to work in the cleanser and then blot up the liquid with a clean cloth. According to the lifestyle resource First for Women, club soda also works as a cleanser when it is sprayed on a stain. Deep cleaning Carpets periodically need to be revitalized, and that can be accomplished with a specialized cleaning machine. Many are available for purchase (a good investment for homeowners with kids and/or pets), while others can be rented as needed. Remove all of the furniture from a room and vacuum to clean dust, dander and any other debris. Address any darker stains first by pretreating with a cleaning solution. Let sit for around 20 minutes. While waiting, learn how to operate the machine, fill it and clean out the soiled water. Never allow the machine to oversaturate the carpet with water, as it can get into the padding and subfloor, causing problems like mold or wood damage. Spray the water-detergent solutions, and then pass the carpet cleaner over spots repeatedly until the carpet feels only slightly damp. Removing shoes when entering the home can keep carpets clean and reduce wear and tear. - Courtesy Metro Creative

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Painting an existing door or replacing it with a more vivid color can dramatically enhance an entryway.

isitors’ impressions of a home are often dictated by the home’s entryway.

Must as one may judge a book by its cover, the same can be said about the impression that a front door and entryway can create, regardless of how accurate that impression is.

Consider two different address signs: one illuminated and easily viewed from the curb, and another closer to the front door.

Making certain changes to an entryway can go a long way toward improving curb appeal. Entryways also can set the scene for a home’s interior. Whether one chooses to be classic or bold, modern or traditional, there are various ways to quickly transform a home’s entryway.

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Bold front door color Painting an existing door or replacing it with a more vivid color can dramatically enhance an entryway. The DIY Network says certain colors stand out as favorites. These include turquoise, yellow, red, indigo, orange, and black. The door color should complement the other shades of the home, such as those on the siding and trim.

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The entryway to a home garners a lot of attention. Homeowners can enhance their spaces with entryways that really make a statement. Stamped concrete or decorative paver blocks may fit the bill. This walkway can extend to the street or to the driveway.

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Landscaping around the entryway should be neat and well-tended. Overgrown plants

Make sure the home can be found easily with bold and decorative house numbers.

The relatively small area of real estate by the front door enables homeowners to splurge on more opulent materials that can really add a feeling of luxury. These can include colorful tiles, ornate planters, decorative wooden doors, or elaborate knobs and lighting fixtures.

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emote working has become popular in recent years, but the working-from-home

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some papers can be scanned and stored as digital files, color-coded file folders can organize statements and other important documents. This makes it easy to find the folder you need when looking for certain documents.

economist Nicholas Bloom, as of summer 2020, 42 percent of the United States labor force was working from home full-time. The need for home office spaces has increased as more people work from home. Many people have retrofitted various spaces around their homes into areas to get work done. More organized home work spaces can increase productivity. Individuals can follow these guidelines to create effective, organized home offices.

Begin with the desk The desk is the primary spot where work will take place. The right desk accessories can provide visual appeal and also serve practical purposes. Have cups for holding pens and pencils, baskets and bins for larger items, and store whatever you can elsewhere so it does not lead to clutter on the desk. Store wireless printers in a cabinet or even on a bookshelf so it doesn’t take up real estate on the desk.

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Create a printing station While you’re moving that wireless printer elsewhere, designate a space to serve as the central printing hub. This way children who need to print assignments for school will know where to go as well. Printer supplies like extra ink cartridges and printer paper can be kept in decorative storage boxes nearby.

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Repurpose certain items, such as a desk organizer, into an easily accessible electronics charging station where phones and tablets can charge at one time.

Make essential Increase your shelving binders Shelving can help keep items organized and off the desk in home offices without closets or drawers. Look for shelves that blend in with decor but are sturdy enough to be functional.

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