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Oakley city manager to move on by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent

OAKLEY Bryan Montgomery, Oakley’s city manager since 2005, announced that he will be leaving town next month. Montgomery has accepted the city manager position in the City of Indio in Southern California. His final day with Oakley will be May 7. “It is very bittersweet to leave Oakley and the many wonderful friends we have made here,” Montgomery said of the move. “It has been a great place to raise our family and it has been an honor to serve with such outstanding city employees and elected officials, as well as with so many others who help make Oakley such a great community. We will always cherish the memories and friendships and look forward to seeing the entire City of Oakley continue to succeed and flourish.” Before coming to Oakley,

Oakley City Manager Bryan Montgomery has announced he’ll be leaving the city in May to take the same position for the Southern California city of Indio.

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Montgomery served as the city manager in Mesquite, Nevada. He has 28 years of experience in local government management and has worked as an adjunct professor at San Francisco State

University and Los Medanos College. Former Mayor Kevin Romick was a member of the city council when Montgomery was hired by Oakley. He said he

felt then that Montgomery was a good choice, and his service over the past 15 years has justified that choice time and again. see Oakley page 22

County may stiffen firework enforcement by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent

REGIONAL Discovery Bay and the rest of unincorporated Contra Costa County may need to keep some new regulations in mind this year as fireworks season approaches. All fireworks are illegal in Contra Costa, and that won’t change, but certain parts of the existing ordinance could be changed so that sheriff ’s deputies and firefighters don’t have to actually see someone lighting a firework in order to issue a citation. “They are trying to change the county ordinance for fire-

works,” said Delta Station Commander Lt. Mark Johnson. “Normally, when we get a call we have to actually catch the person with fireworks, but there are some other cities and counties where, if we can determine the fireworks are coming from a specific house, then we can cite the owner. So the board of supervisors is trying to pass that and change our ordinance to make it easier for us to cite folks who are lighting fireworks off.” Due to long, hot summers that bring with them large expanses of dry grasses, and a recent history riddled with losee Fireworks page 22

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Certain parts of a county ordinance are expected to be changed, to make it easier for law enforcement officials to ticket residents using fireworks.

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Town plans for wastewater project by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent

DISCOVERY BAY The Town of Discovery Bay is inching forward in its plans to complete a state-mandated denitrification project for its wastewater treatment systems. The project has been on the town’s horizon for more than a decade, but work will begin this summer and should take two years to complete. It must be done in time for the town’s Federal National Pollutant Discharge Eliminating System (FNPDES) permit to change on Jan. 1, 2024. The permit covers wastewater discharge into Old River; the new permit will require the town to reduce the nitrogen entering the water, hence the title, “denitrification.” “This is a project for treating wastewater,” explained Dina Breitstein, the town’s assistant general manager. “It will make the water discharged back into the Delta cleaner than what’s there now, cleaner than drinking water. It is the cleanest water you can possibly get.” The town has contracted with Herwit Engineering to design the components for the project. As a community services district, the town operates and maintains its own water and wastewater systems, making it responsible for completsee Wastewater page 22

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Local college students take on farming by Jenna Hards Correspondent

BRENTWOOD Dejesus Ranch, located off of Sellers Avenue, has been serving the Brentwood community for the last five years as a cherry U-pick location. This past year, the responsibilities and care of the orchard and farm have been passed down to siblings Joseph and Kalee Dutra from their grandparents. The two have been hard at work preparing the farm for this year’s cherry season, while also taking on college full time. While the physical work is plenty, Kalee has also taken on the responsibility of marketing and promoting the ranch on social media in hopes of spreading the word about Dejesus Ranch. As children, the siblings spent much time on their grandparent’s ranch; they would play among the orchard and, when they were old enough, help out with running it during the U-pick season. “We started doing U-pick in 2016 and I

working on creating a sustainable farm. “We try to really think about what we’re putting into the ground, what we’re putting into the trees,” Joseph said. “We’re just trying to give our customers the best product and the best experience that we can.” In addition to the months of preparation and farm work, the Dutra’s are also considering how to keep their customers happy and safe during the continuing pandemic. While the COVID-19 pandemic prevented Dejesus Ranch from allowing people to visit and pick cherries last year, the two have been Photo by Jenna Hards planning how to open up again safely. “We want people to not feel any stress. was wrapping up my eighth-grade year and something that we wanted to do, I went and We’re going to try to do our very best to I would help out on the weekends. It was just ran soil tests, water tests, leaf tissue tests,” provide a quality, safe U-pick experience,” a really good experience for me,” Kalee said. Joseph said. “We resurfaced the orchard so Joseph stated. Years later, the siblings would use that come this next U-pick season people have a The Loan Ladies are excited to be able to now service Texas, Florida, Idaho, With the cherry season approaching, experience to take over the ranch and get it nice, clean orchard floor to walk on.” Dejesus Ranch will be opening soonIdaho, to the ready for this upcoming siblings to have been in charge Washington, Oregon, Arizona and Nevada! Ifofyou or anyone you know is looking Theseason. Loan Ladies are The excited be able to now service Texas, Florida, Joseph’s knowledge and experience in bringing the orchard back to life and get- public. For now, you can contact them at toWashington, purchase a Oregon, home any ofready these states, we would appreciate the referral. Arizona and Nevada! If you anyone is looking theiror new Facebook you page: know Dejesus Ranch agriculture and plant science came in handy tingin everything for this year’s cherry - Updated, or their Instagram: as they worked to revitalize the orchard.a home season. manual work like to purchase in This anyhasofincluded these states, we would appreciate the @dejesusreferral. Ladies are dead excited be sprinklers able to and now service Texas, Florida, Idaho, ranch. “When we first decidedThe that Loan this was removing trees,to fixing Brentwood siblings Joseph and Kalee Dutra have taken over the responsibilities of Dejesus Ranch, while learning the ins and outs of the farming industry.

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Fire spreads, destroys Brentwood home by Tony Kukulich

East Contra Costa Fire Protection District personnel battle a residential fire on the 10000 block of State Route 4 in unincorporated Brentwood, Tuesday, April 20. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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BRENTWOOD A fire that started in an outbuilding and spread to a Brentwood home Tuesday afternoon, April 20, may have been sparked by an electrical problem according to an East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (ECCFPD) spokesperson. The blaze destroyed a home on the 10000 block of State Route 4 in unincorporated Brentwood. “The call came in shortly after 4:00,” said Steve Aubert, ECCFPD fire marshal. “Early reports were that the outbuilding was on fire. Some neighbors tried to make entry into the residential side. No fire was reported (in the home) early on. We believe the origin and cause to be electrical in nature.”

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A trellis connected the outbuilding to the home, and Aubert added that it was probably how the fire extended from its point of origin to the residence. A black column of smoke from the fire

was visible for several miles from the fire, and the first engine company to arrive reported that the home was already burning. “The wind was a factor,” Aubert said. “It was gusting up to 34 mph. It

was pushing the fire around. The other factor was ventilation. With the house having the front door opened up, it was feeding the fire. The fire kept pushing toward the air source.” The home was unoccupied when the blaze broke out, though there were reports of four cats in the house. As of press time, the cats had not been located. The fire was declared under control at approximately 5:30 p.m., though crews remained on scene for several hours. Traffic on State Route 4 was shut down for approximately two hours, and reopened around 6 p.m. Melissa van Ruiten contributed to this story. To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia/slideshows

East County agencies take back prescriptions REGIONAL In partnership with the U.S. Department of Justice—Drug Enforcement Administration, the Oakley and Brentwood police departments announced on their Facebook pages that they are accepting unused prescription drugs for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The event is this Saturday, April 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is intended for prescription drugs and medicines only — no illegal drugs, hypodermic needles or other devices will be accepted. The National Prescription Drug Take Back Initiative provides a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. Unused medicines left in home cabinets are highly

susceptible to misuse and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are alarmingly high, as are the number of accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs. Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet. The Oakley Police Department encourages residents to take advantage of this program. The collection site for Oakley is the police department, at 3231 Main St. The collection site for Brentwood is the police department, at 9100 Brentwood Blvd. The Brentwood Police Department also wants to remind residents that: You do not need to remove labels.

Needles and liquids must be separated from pills and patches. Due to COVID-19 requirements, each location will be practicing social distancing and requests that all participants wear a face covering when placing their medications into the disposal bins. The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked. For more information, go to the DEA Diversion website, https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/drug_disposal/takeback/. Brentwood residents may also contact Community Service Officer Michele Keady at the Brentwood Police Department, at mkeady@Brentwoodca.gov or 925-809-7780.

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City building inspector halts furnace gas leak OAKLEY A veteran City of Oakley building inspector recently prevented a potential tragedy when he stopped a gas leak on a new wall furnace that had caught fire in an Oakley home. On Wednesday, March 31, Scott Sanders arrived at a home in Oakley at around 10:30 a.m. to do an inspection for a wall furnace that had been installed the day before. When Sanders opened an access panel to make sure it had the gas shut off valve required by code, he saw there was a 3-inch flame coming out of gas tubing in a place it shouldn’t have been. The real pilot light was located about a foot away and was lit. Sanders said the metal was red hot so he couldn’t get his hand in the access panel to shut off the gas; he blew the flame out and let the gas keep leaking for a few minutes until it was cooled down and safe to reach in and shut the gas valve off. “When we do inspections, we make decisions every day that affect people’s lives and property five, 10, 15 years from now by making sure everything is up to code and safe,”said Sanders. “We make serious decisions like this all the time.” It turned out that the gas leak was not a problem from the contractor, but rather a loose gas fitting from the manufacturer. When the pilot was lit, no one noticed the leak.

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Scott Sanders, an Oakley building inspector, recently halted a dangerous gas leak. Sanders thinks the gas flashed over from the pilot light, igniting the leak. The contractor immediately showed up to fix the issue. Sanders has been working for the City of Oakley for over 19 years, first as a contractor and now as a valued building inspector. “Scott’s quick thinking and professionalism could very well have saved lives,” said Joshua McMurray, the city’s community and economic development director. “Sometimes, people think that the city’s permit and inspection process is a lot of hassle or red tape, but this is the reason we have such rigorous standards. We are so grateful for Scott’s actions, as everyone in the community should be.”

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County offers multiple walk-in vaccine clinics REGIONAL Contra Costa County, in partnership with the California Office of Emergency services, will begin offering walk-in service to people ages 16 and older who live or work in the county at several pop-up sites in the coming weeks. About 500-700 vaccinations a day can be given at each site. The walk-in clinics will be located in areas hardest hit by COVID-19, such as Richmond, the Monument Corridor in Concord and parts of East County. “Places in eastern Contra Costa County, like Antioch, have among the highest COVID case rates but some of the lowest vaccination rates,” said Diane Burgis, chair of the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors “That’s why having easily accessible walk-in vaccine clinics like these are so important.” At the same time, the county is also making it easier to schedule vaccine appointments online. People from Contra Costa County can now directly book appointments online at one of the many vaccination sites around the county. Previously, people had to fill out an online form requesting a vaccine appointment, which county staff reviewed manually. “We want everyone to get vaccinated as quickly and conveniently as possible,” said Supervisor John Gioia, whose district in-

cludes Richmond and San Pablo, two of the cities with the highest rates of COVID-19. “ That’s why we are opening walk-in vaccination clinics in our hardest hit communities, especially communities of color. This effort helps us close the vaccine equity gap,” Everyone 16 and older who lives or works in Contra Costa County is eligible for vaccination. People can still also schedule vaccine appointments by calling 833-829-2626. Below are the dates and locations for the walk-in mobile clinics, all are open from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Until April 25 • Veterans Memorial Hall: 968 23rd. St, Richmond • Antioch Community Center: 4703 Lone Tree Way, Antioch April 26 to May 2 • Albert D. Seeno Jr. Pittsburg Youth Development Center: 1001 Stoneman Ave., Pittsburg • St. John Missionary Baptist Church South Campus: 662 S. 52nd. St, Richmond May 3 to 6 • Meadow Homes Elementary School: 1371 Detroit Ave., Concord May 3 to 9 • St. John Missionary Baptist Church North Campus: 29 8th St., Richmond.

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Youth-led media pioneering the way “Power to the youth.” The phrase may not be widely known, but young journalists have started to pave the way for a new generation’s voices to be heard and amplified. Youth-led magazines are a form of expression that young journalists have gravitated to, hoping that their views will reach the masses. Among the group of journalists in youth-led magazines is Aamir Haq, a class of 2022 Heritage High School student. Haq has written for a diverse range of publications, including the Health Occupations Students of America newsletter and Velvet Fields Magazine, a youthfounded magazine that publishes content aimed at “Gen Z.” By working in an environment with students who have similar interests and ages, Haq has been able to experience journalism from a new perspective. “Instead of being forced to write in order to impress or appeal to older generations, younger people can actually ‘let loose’ and not put a filter on their ideas D MEDAL OL RD

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in a youth-led organization,” explained Haq, when asked about his experience in youth-led publications. While Haq has taken a contemporary approach to media, he has still been able to learn vital lessons relevant to traditional journalism. Deadlines, copy editing and collaboration between writers have sparked Haq’s passion for journalism. In youth-led media collectives, Haq has been introduced to formal journalism with creative freedom. “Writing seems more daunting than it actually is. You aren’t tied to a prompt or even a central theme. You can write about whatever you want, from how your day was to how you feel about the world.... Journalism gives you creative freedom, so don’t let your preconceived notions about writing influence what you have to say,” advised Haq about key takeaways he has gained in his journalism career. Haq is not alone in the shift toward a newer approach in journalism. Alyana Santillana hosts the podcast “We Met on

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the Web” and writes pop culture, political and creative writing content for the Voices of Gen Z publication, an organization dedicated to amplifying the voices of the youth. Santillana has a unique position in a youth-led organization, with her ability to represent the younger generations’ opinions. “I think my perspective is very generic and is relatively the same as others in our generation. I’ve written about AP classes, college admissions and “Grey’s Anatomy,” which are things that many teenagers are familiar with. However, I think the purpose of being a Gen Z journalist is to amplify my voice. We have these feelings and perspectives, but very few of us are given a platform to share them,” stated Santillana. Though working in a journalismrelated organization provides experience, Santillana views journalism as an outlet for repressed voices. Among youth eager to tackle complex issues, journalism is a medium to share views on a platform cre-

ated by youth and for youth. “Just write! Write for fun, write poetry, write a journal. And if writing isn’t your thing, I still encourage you to express yourself some other way. Our generation in particular hasn’t had it the easiest, we’re always being talked over, and just finding an outlet for your feelings is freeing,” said Santillana, encouraging her peers to find a freeing form of expression. Young journalists such as Santillana and Haq continue to explore uncharted territory with youth-led collectives. By using their passion for writing and expression, young journalists are opening new avenues for youth voices to be heard and prioritized. To access Santillana’s podcast and articles, visit https://www.voicesofgenz.com/ home/categories/alyana-santillana and https://www.voicesofgenz.com/podcast. To access Haq’s writing, visit https:// www.velvetfieldsmag.com. – Olivia Johnson Heritage High School

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Yacht Club at about 3 p.m. for an afternoon of music, dancing, awards and dinner. The SJYC will award participation plaques to everyone who enters a boat in the parade. There will also be a People’s Choice Award (best decorated), Commodore’s Choice Award and Fleet Captain’s Choice Award. SJYC officials say they are pleased with their promotion of this year’s event. Along with participation by SJYC officials, viewers can also expect to see members of Discovery Bay Yacht Club, Classic Yacht Association, Taylor Nautical Association, Caliente Isle Yacht Club and many local island residents decorating their boats and joining the fun. The Yacht Club is located at 550 Riverview Road on Bethel Island. To register for the parade, text or call Scott McKenzie at 925-766-3832.

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Foodie Crew is hosting Friday Night Bites, a monthly celebration of community, music and curbside cuisine, at Civic Center Plaza (3231 Main Street), beginning on May 7 and continuing every first Friday of the month until April 1, 2022. This free monthly event will feature a community presence from 5 to 9 p.m. The

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The San Joaquin Yacht Club’s (SJYC) free Opening Day on the Delta Parade is scheduled for April 24 at noon. The theme this year is “holidays.” People will decorate the starboard sides of their boats with their favorite holiday-themed items and will cruise clockwise around Bethel Island. The boats can congregate in front of the yacht club docks around noon, where Pastor Will Byrns will bless the boats for a safe season. The parade is expected to leave the SJYC docks at 12:30 p.m. for the clockwise cruise around the island, heading under the bridge, then on down Taylor Slough, all the way around the island, past Bethel Harbor Marina, The Rusty Porthole, Russo’s Marina and The Sugar Barge — all good viewing points. The cruise concludes back at the

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A few tips for backyard barbecue success learn more by watching tutorials online. Smoked foods take a lot of time to cook, allowing hosts an opportunity to mingle with guests. 3. Keep things simple. Serve only a handful of items to cut down on the amount of preparation required. Two main proteins and maybe three side dishes is adequate. Chips or other pre-made snacks can fit the bill. Condensing options also reduces how much you have to manage. Be sure to have options for those with food allergies or intolerances when planning the menu. 4. Set up clusters of seating. Grouping sets of chairs at tables around the yard encourages guests to mingle. Also, it helps space out people for social distancing and avoids a bottleneck around the food. Make the most of this barbecue season by embracing strategies to be successful hosts and hostesses. – Courtesy of Metro Creative

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1. Make food safety a priority. A successful barbecue is one in which everyone goes home sated and stuffed with delicious foods. However, ensuring people do not fall ill also is vital. Keep in mind that the temperature outdoors impacts the rate of spoilage for raw and cooked foods. Always keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold (place items on ice or in coolers). The U.S. Food and Drug Administration advises moving leftovers indoors promptly and discarding any items that have been sitting outside for longer than two hours at room temperature. Items should be moved indoors or discarded even more quickly in especially hot conditions. 2. Learn how to smoke. Grilling is one skill, and smoking is another. As the popularity of food smokers has increased, prices have come down. Novices can visit barbecue competitions and talk to professionals about their tips for smoking foods, or

When the weather warms up, the opportunities to enjoy more time outdoors increase. For many people that means firing up the grill to cook dinners in the backyard and to host friends and family for outdoor gatherings around the patio. Barbecuing is enjoyed around the world and is especially popular in the United States, where even presidents have touted the virtues of cooking outside. Lyndon B. Johnson, Jimmy Carter and even Ronald Regan hosted barbecues with tasty grilled or smoked food during their terms. Barbecues are especially popular in spring and summer. Memorial Day often marks the unofficial kickoff to the summer barbecue season. After Memorial Day weekend, the smell of barbecue often can be detected on a nightly basis in suburban neighborhoods. Follow these tips to make backyard barbecues even more successful this year:

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Vehicle crash causes damage to exterior of Brentwood home by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer

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School: Principal, Old River Elementary While Old River Elementary School students learned from home last fall, a new principal was introduced to the school’s staff. Formerly an assistant principal at Liberty High School, Veronica Polk said she was excited to start a new chapter of her career in the Knightsen Elementary School District. “When the position opened, I fell in love with the culture and the atmosphere in Knightsen,” Polk said. “Being from Chico, it was very reminiscent of how I grew up. Chico has a similar culture to Knightsen, and I felt comfortable with the small town and sense of community and I wanted to be a part of it.” Polk has gathered a range of experience from working with special education students to teaching in the juvenile justice system. Locally, she has also taught at Krey Elementary School, O’Hara Park Middle School and Heritage High School. She has many family members working in education and said she knew she wanted to be a teacher from a young age. She earned a bachelor’s degree in liberal studies and a minor in special education from Chico State, then a master’s degree in special education. During her time at Old River, she has worked with her team to manage distance learning and then bring students back on campus in a hybrid learning schedule. She said she has enjoyed meeting her students for the first time and looks forward to a fresh start in the fall. “It’s difficult coming in mid-year and in the middle of the pandemic, because you don’t get the same organic interaction you would normally get,” she said. “We have all made the best of it, but I am excited to plan for next year and make sure kids are engaged.” Polk lives in Discovery Bay, where she enjoys spoiling her two French bulldogs. In her spare time, she works on her photography skills and planning her next travel destination.

BRENTWOOD Police are investigating the circumstances that led to a vehicle colliding with a home in Brentwood, Friday night, April 16. “We were just in the family room on the couch talking, and we heard a loud boom,” said Michael Shea, a resident of the home on the 800 block of Griffith Lane. “We had the back door open, and smoke started coming in the back. We ran out front, and we saw there were four kids in the car.” None of the four occupants of Acura sedan required hospitalization after the collision, which occurred at approximately 11:25 p.m. Some of the occupants were minors. A spokesperson for the Brentwood Police Department (BPD) said that speed may have been a factor in the accident. “Everybody’s OK,” said Shea. “It scared the dogs pretty bad.” Shea added that there did not appear to be any damage to the interior of the home, but had yet to determine the extent of damage to the exterior.

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A vehicle left the road and crashed into a residence on the corner of Central Boulevard and Griffith Lane in Brentwood, late Friday night, April 16. The Brentwood Police Department is investigating the incident. “We’ve seen so many accidents on this corner, but this is the first time it’s actually ended up in the yard, though,” he said.

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Bridging the generation gap In the past week or so, Grandpa and I have had the wonderful opportunity to visit with some of our grandchildren; not on a screen, but in the flesh... up close and personal. As the “Flash Dance” song says, “What a Feeling!” One of the best things about spending time with these amazing young people is learning from them, not only Senior about their lives, but also about orner what is “hip” now. Obviously, the word “hip” is not hip, as one of our grandchildren looked at me like the RCA Victor Dog tilting her head in wonder. The kids use lots of verbiage that I don’t understand, but I ask for clarification. There are many abbreviations like IDK for I Marla don’t know and the very popular Luckhardt Lol for laughing out loud; my granddaughter was kind enough to share with me some of the more challenging ones. I guess writing a whole phrase is just way too time consuming for these very busy young people. At least I don’t say “in my day“ and follow up with some kind of “groovy” statement. While I was growing up, my parents were always taking road trips. We enjoyed going to the Pennsylvania Dutch country and visiting the Amish community learning so many things about their simple, yet extraordinary lifestyle. One year we went to Niagara Falls and, although I was barely 4, I can still remember how loud the falls were. I’m so glad that they took my picture, which I’ve kept all these years. Sundays were family day and we would drive in our big pale blue Buick to Brooklyn after we moved to Long Island to maintain our weekend ritual. Every car trip, my dad would tell me he would put the WMCA Good Guys on the radio for a while calling it “your music” and putting a time limit of either 15 minutes or when he couldn’t take the “noise” anymore. That’s what he called rock and roll. He would then switch the station to one that played Sinatra and other crooners that he preferred. He’d refer to that as “real music.” Oddly enough I enjoyed both genres, but as a kid, I needed to stand

my ground and never fess up that I loved those songs. The diversity of our different preferences in music actually provided a great education for both of us. My mom liked everything, but when she would sing along, he closed the windows to spare the world from her less than melodious attempt at crooning. Many years later, after I moved out of the house and was on my own, my mom called to let me know she was enjoying a new kind of music called rap! It was in the 80’s and the language was much tamer than now, but I still was intrigued at her newly found musical genre of choice. Trying not to laugh, I asked her why and as always, she brought it down to the basics. She liked it! My dad was not a happy camper, but in his eyes she could do no wrong so he just tuned it out. The rap music- loving portion of her life ended pretty quickly, much to my dad’s relief. There were many differences besides just the kinds of music we preferred, which I suppose was a perfect example of the phrase generation gap. Sometimes I had to explain phrases to my parents just like my grandkids have to explain those abbreviations to me. They never did totally understand my faded bell bottoms or the way I wore my hair... and forget about any boyfriends whose hair was almost as long as mine. Or, in one case, longer! As I got older and spent a lot more time with my parents, I loved hearing stories of their teen years; I realized they were not all that different than me when it came to enjoying their music, hairstyles and clothing that was all the rage then. I stopped thinking that they should change their preferences to accommodate the times and watched their faces as they enjoyed listening to the music that brought them sweet memories. I miss them both dearly but treasure all of those recollections. I swore I would stay cool my entire life and never live in the past. I have given up the long hair and bell bottoms, replacing them with regular jeans and a shortened hairstyle, but I still enjoy my 60’s and 70’s music as those songs remind me of my youth. The kids share their music favorites with me and my mind and my heart are both open, but I still draw the line at rap. Sorry mom!

Art Guild of the Delta calls for artists The Delta Gallery is looking for artists to participate in its second quarter show. Gallery officials say spring is here, the weather is warming up and interest in classes is building; every weekend the Delta Gallery has seen an increase in foot traffic. Gallery officials look forward to having all of their artists back. Whether artists have shown recently or haven’t shown for a while, the gallery invites everyone to participate in the second quarter show which opens May 7. Even if artists are not showing currently, the gallery wants them to come back and visit and enjoy the show. Interested artists are asked to email Robert Ashin (robert@deltagallery.com) as soon as possible to indicate their intent to participate. At that time, please let the gallery know whether a large wall space or a special display/showcase is required. After confirming participation with Ashin, Kitty Carton (kcarton497@att.net) will send artists calendars to help them determine which days they would like to serve as docents. As in the past, there is a minimum of two docent shifts per month for each month of the show. If you are showing, please bring a signed copy of the artist’s agreement and a completed inventory sheet with you when you drop off your artwork. This will help expedite the delivery process. Important dates Sunday, May 2: Due to COVID protocols, delivery will be by appointment only between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Making an appointment is essential not only for dropping off work safely, but for ensuring that the curators will have sufficient time to prepare the gallery and hang the work for the opening. Contact robert@deltagallery.com with questions or concerns. Friday, May 7: Spring Quarter Show opens Friday July 30: Show closes. Artwork can be picked up on Saturday, July 31.

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Curious minds want to know - what is a bitcoin? The latest financial rage - you guessed it - is Bitcoin. It is the conversation of young and old, rich and those desiring to get rich. For most of us, it seems Bitcoin has only been around for the last couple of years. But in fact, the ledger start date was Jan. 3, 2009 with founder Satoshi Nakamoto. Nakamoto is the name used as a pseudonym for the person or persons who developed Bitcoin, the Bitcoin white paper and created its implementation. As part of the implementation, Nakamoto also devised the first blockchain database. But like most big discoveries, only the people in the know paid attention - that is until now. Why now? Bitcoin is taking on a fire of its own since multi-billionaires, like Elon Musk, have told users that Bitcoin is a “good thing.” Well respected companies are joining the revolution. But really, what does this mean for me, the common consumer? I decided to reach out to the experts, people who have been sitting and anticipating the Bitcoin boom, to find out. Here is what they have to say.

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Reporter: How safe is Bitcoin? Bitcoin Investors: Perfect question. This is the other key game changer about Bitcoin. It is totally secure. The difference is, as we have seen numerous companies being hacked in the last few years and the hackers stealing our personal information, Bitcoin is spread among hundreds of computers securing it from hackers. It would be near impossible to hack all the hundreds of computers at the same time to achieve the information to extort personal information from the network. Reporter: What does the IRS think of Bitcoin? Bitcoin Investors: The IRS does acknowledge Bitcoin as property and therefore it is taxable. Reporter: How do I invest in Bitcoin? Bitcoin Investors: You may need to first sign up with an exchange such as Coinbase or a Wallet such as ABRA. Through your regular brokerage account there are a couple of on-ramps to buy Bitcoin. But like any major investments, the smart investor does their own research and their own homework before investing in anything. Reporter: Can I get out at any time? Bitcoin Investors: Yes, you can, but if you’re not invested for at least a year you will have to pay capital gain taxes. Long term investment provides a better tax advantage. Bitcoin is the new future. Do your own research and talk to your individual money managers. I for one, never put all my eggs in one basket. But the financial opportunities that Bitcoin opens may be on the horizon of investing and it may fit well into your retirement portfolio. Do your homework...happy investing. For more information, visit Palmbeachgroup.com, stansberryresearch.com or Cryptocurrency Trader at Blockchain.com. – Christina Dalton

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The first Creative Communal Makers Market is scheduled for Saturday, April 24 from 8 a.m. to noon. It’s located in Downtown Brentwood on Oak Street between 2nd and 4th streets, adjacent to City Park and across from the Brentwood Farmers Market. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.creativecommunal.com.

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The popular Friends of the Brentwood Library used book sale will return Saturday, April 24 with a special sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oak Street outside the library in Brentwood. The sale will be held in conjunction with the Creative Communal Makers Market event on Oak Street. For more information, call 925-513-9414, or contact Charlotte Allison at charlotteallison@sbcglobal.net.

A community garage and yard sale is happening across various streets off Summer Lake Drive in Oakley. The sales start on April 24, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. with over 36 homes participating. For more information about specific location addresses, visit bit.ly/ thepressyardsale.

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Antioch Adult School is hosting free online ESL classes. The classes take place at 9 a.m. on April 9, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 29 and 30. For more information, visit www.antiochadultschool. asapconnected.com/.

Bring your boxes of paper to be securely shredded on site for free. The event is scheduled for 9 a.m. through 1 p.m. at 801 Wilbur Ave. in Antioch. For more information, visit www. trideltatransit.com.

The family of a local ill member of the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 202 is hosting a fundraiser barbecue for his path to recovery on May 1 at McCauley’s Olive Ranch in Antioch. The private event, scheduled to take place from 1 to 6 p.m. at 7901 Deer Valley Road, will raise funds for Rodney Gallegos who earlier this year was admitted to the hospital following a stroke caused by a brain tumor. He remains in a stable, yet, bed-ridden, condition. Tickets cost $35 and must be purchased prior to the event. A ticket includes a tri-tip and chicken lunch and entrance to a door-prize

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Bay Point All-N-One Community Inc. will be giving away free food and clothing every Tuesday to residents in Contra Costa County. The organization also assists individuals with filing applications for medical, food stamps, immigration and more. A mobile clinic will also be on site to provide health care services for the homeless. For more information, visit Baypointallnone. com, or contact Karen Tedford at 707-344-4938 or Janice Hicks at 925-238-5983.

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Liberty Adult Education Career Center is open, and staff is working hard to get you the tools for job search assistance, resource information and referral, resume help and interview coaching. All services are free. The center is open Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and is located at 929 Second St., Room 20, in Brentwood. For more information, visit www. libertyadulted.org. Foodie Crew is hosting Friday Night Bites, a monthly celebration of community, music and curbside cuisine, at Civic Center Plaza (3231 Main Street in Oakley), beginning on May 7 and continuing every first Friday of the month until April 1, 2022. This free event will feature a community presence from 5 to 9 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ foodiecrewSF.

Join the American Legion Post 202’s monthly meetings that are open to all U.S. Armed Services Veterans. The meetings are free, and are scheduled for April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, Aug.11, Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10 and Dec. 8, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. It is located in the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building, at 757 First St., Brentwood. For more information, visit www.aml202.org/.

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Liberty quarterback Nate Bell made sure his final play of the season against Heritage was also his best. The sophomore signal-caller wiggled through the Heritage defense and into the open field for a 67-yard touchdown — his third rushing score of the game — with just over a minute to play, to ice the Lions’ 30-21 win over crosstown rival Heritage in the Brentwood Bowl. The sensational run capped off Bell’s impressive performance that saw him account for all four Liberty scores — three on the ground and one through the air. He finished with 16 carries for 138 yards and completed 14 of 20 passes for 195 yards, helping Liberty defeat Heritage for the fifth consecutive time. “He came out here and lit it up,” said Liberty head coach Matt Hoefs. Liberty’s offense was efficient all night, racking up 517 total yards in the game, but the Lions (4-1) needed a couple of extra-special fourth-quarter efforts to squeak out the victory over the gutsy 4-2 Patriots. Bell’s statement scamper came two plays after Lions running back Jaylin Thompson (14 carries for 86 yards in the game) rumbled forward to extend the drive on fourth-and-1, with the Lions clinging to a 23-21 lead. Just minutes earlier, Liberty sophomore Tashi Dorje’s 42-yard field goal — admittedly beyond his normal

Liberty quarterback Nate Bell eludes a Heritage tackler during the 14th Brentwood Bowl. The Lions took home a 30-21 victory, their fifth consecutive win over the Patriots.

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range — extended the Lions’ lead to 23-14 midway through the fourth quarter. “It was lot of excitement,” Dorje said of the kick. “I just had a lot of confidence.” The Patriots, who lost the last Brentwood Bowl 50-6 in 2019, did keep the pressure on and the score close throughout, thanks in large part to sophomore star Devon Rivers, who finished with 29 carries for 175 yards and two of Heritage’s three touchdowns. The two teams played to 7-7 and 14-

all scores before Liberty took the lead for good on Bell’s second touchdown of the game, a 3-yard scamper to put Liberty on top 20-14 midway through the third quarter. Dorje’s 42-yard field goal extended the Liberty lead to 23-14, but the Patriots immediately responded with a 76-yard drive that culminated in Jayden Ennis’ 8-yard catch, to pull Heritage within 23-21 with about four minutes to play. The Patriots would draw no closer.

The Lions turned almost exclusively to their running game on their next drive, using six consecutive running plays to reach their own 33-yard line, before Bell’s magical 67-yard run clinched the contest with just over a minute to play. “It just felt like we capitalized on big moments tonight,” Hoefs said. “I am so proud of these guys. They have done so much in the last year.” To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia/slideshows

Deep Heritage team dominant on softball diamond By Michael Dixon Correspondent

When Heritage’s softball team got together for the 2020 season, coach Ron Rivers felt that it could be the best of the many talented teams he’s coached in his years with the Patriots. That idea never got the chance to be proven, as the COVID-19 pandemic ended the season just two games in. The 2021 team, though, gives a similar feeling. There are no non-Bay Valley Athletic League (BVAL) opponents this year, nor will there be a postseason, beyond a league tournament at season’s end. But when Heritage defeated Freedom 11-6 on Tuesday, April 20, the Patriots moved to 12-0 on the season. But even that perfect 12-0 record doesn’t fully demonstrate how good Heritage has been. The Patriots have handed the Falcons their only two losses. And following Tuesday’s win, Heritage had outscored its opponents by a total of 161-15 — or, to put it another way, an average score of roughly 13-1. That kind of dominance comes with a lot of key contributors, and the Patriots have them. “We’re playing pretty good. We had an up-anddown one today,” Rivers said after Tuesday’s win. “It’s really nice to have good players up and down the lineup. If your normal top players are struggling, everyone’s

picking each other up. It’s not just one person.” As an illustration of that, at least six Patriots had at least one home run this year, prior to Tuesday’s game. Junior infielder Tianna Bell has led the way with eight, sophomore first baseman Alexandra Cutonilli has three, junior infielder Taci Haase and sophomore infielder Skylar Stroh both have two, and senior catcher Julian Barnett and her batterymate, junior pitcher Kasey Aguinaga, have one each. Additionally, six of the Heritage players who had 20 or more at-bats ahead of Tuesday’s game with Freedom were hitting .500 or better. Cutonilli was hitting .700, Bell was at .697, senior outfielder Amari Houston was at .545, Barnett was hitting .541, Haase was at .538 and Stroh was at an even .500. Aguinaga has also been dominant on the mound, posting a 0.52 ERA and 84 strikeouts in 40 innings. Her best start was a five-inning perfect game in a 10-0 victory over Freedom on March 23. Aguinaga struck out twelve Falcon hitters that day. Beyond the talent, one of the most encouraging things about this team is its youth. Houston, Barnett and pitcher Emma Fournier are the only seniors on the team. The rest of the roster comprises five juniors, eight sophomores and a freshman. So although the Patriots will not get the chance to test themselves against the best non-BVAL teams in the playoffs this year, most of them

could get that chance in 2022, or even after. “We should be pretty good for the next couple years,” Rivers said. “I try to make sure that the well is not dry by bringing up some young players — freshmen — and letting them understand how it works. The pace of the game, the speed, is different. Playing varsity, some do really well right away, some take a year, some take two years. But I’d rather have a good player for multiple years than just one year.” There will be no North Coast Section playoffs this year, but Heritage has set some goals. One is to complete the regular season BVAL title. Then they want to win the league tournament. Another Heritage goal is to maintain a high ranking in the polls, ideally finishing the season as one of the top five teams of a very strong Northern California group. That, Rivers said, is what the Patriots are treating as this season’s NCS tournament. One of the goals has been to stay safe. That means taking proper precautions during games and practices, but also staying smart on the weekends and times when the team is not together. “I’m really proud of the team in its handling all of the COVID restrictions and trying to make sure that they stay safe on the weekends,” Rivers said. “One boo-boo will cost you a game because half of the team will have to quarantine. So I’m really proud of the team for working through that.”

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A sign of the times

ordan Hornnes, 11, of Discovery Bay, poses behind her River Otters Swim Team yard sign. The team passed out signs to all members to help foster team spirit and get swimmers excited for the new season. Practices began earlier this week at the Antioch Water Park; the Otters are looking forward to an exciting swim season.

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Deer Valley football team snaps long losing streak The Deer Valley football team snapped a 16-game losing streak by defeating Freedom 3432 last week. Deer Valley quarterback Ayanfe Adediran completed 13 of 24 passes for Photo courtesy of Deer Valley High School 273 yards, and Cameron Clanton carried The Deer Valley High School football team, seen above, poses the ball 17 times for after defeating Freedom High School 34-32 last week. 111 yards and a score. Wide receiver Richard Felder led the Deer fourth quarter to pull out the victory. Valley receiving corps with six catches for 128 Prior to the win against Freedom, the yards and two scores. Wolverines last victory was over Heritage in Deer Valley outscored Freedom 12-6 in the 2018.

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A two-vehicle car accident took place on Walnut Boulevard Friday night, April 16. Reported shortly after 10 p.m., it involved a Honda Civic and a GMC Yukon. The female Honda driver was transported to Sutter Delta Medical Center in Antioch with moderate injuries. The male driver of the GMC was transported to the same facility with unspecified injuries. A spokesperson for the California Highway Patrol (CHP) confirmed that the man driving the Yukon was arrested at the hospital. He faces DUI and other possible charges. Both vehicles suffered significant damage; the CHP investigation into the accident is ongoing. Photo by Melissa van Ruiten April 10, 2:20 p.m. A loud noise was reported at an unavailable location. April 10, 2:29 p.m. A suspicious vehicle was stopped at the amphitheater. April 10, 3:01 p.m. A service to citizen was performed at McDonalds. April 10, 3:04 p.m. A verbal dispute was reported on the 1300 block of Main Street. April 10, 3:07 p.m. An outside assist was requested on the 6000 block of Tazetta Drive. April 10, 3:36 p.m. A patrol request was made at Chianti Way and Mehaffey Way. April 10, 4:38 p.m. A service to citizen was performed at Skipolinis Pizza. April 10, 4:43 p.m. A patrol request was made at Main Street and Neroly Road. April 10, 5:04 p.m. A service to citizen was performed at Laurel Road and Live Oak Avenue. April 10, 5:25 p.m. A welfare check was performed on the 1800 block of Locke Court. April 10, 5:28 p.m. A service to citizen was performed at Bethel Island Road and East Cypress Road. April 10, 6:05 p.m. A case of reckless driving occurred on the 50 block of Carol Lane. April 10, 6:48 p.m. A service to citizen was performed at East Cypress Road and Bethel Island Road. April 10, 7:15 p.m. A case of vandalism occurred at Raley’s.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City of Brentwood will,at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the normal course of business permits on May 4, 2021, hold a public hearing to consider the following: An application for a one-year time extension for Conditional Use Permit No. 18-008 and Design Review No. 18-013 to allow a preschool and after school care facility known as Love For Learning, consisting of a 9,281 square foot building on one parcel totaling approximately 38,376 square feet with related improvements, located at 4640 Balfour Road (APN 010-171-014). The proposed project qualifies as a Class 32 categorical exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA Guidelines Section 15332), as it is characterized as infill development, meeting the following conditions: a) the project is consistent with the existing General Plan designation and all applicable General Plan policies as well as with the applicable zoning designation and regulations, b) the proposed development occurs within city limits on a project site of no more than five acres substantially surrounded by urban uses, c) the project site has no value for endangered, rare, or threatened species, d) approval of the project would not result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality, and e) the site can be adequately served by all required utilities and public services. The Planning Commission action is final unless an appeal is filed. Applicant: Minaret Holdings, LLC Due to COVID-19, and in keeping with the orders of the Contra Costa County Health Officer, the Executive Orders of the Governor, and the Emergency Orders of the Director of Emergency Services for the City of Brentwood, said Planning Commission meeting will be conducted via Zoom; no physical meeting will occur. At the time of the hearing, all interested persons are invited to appear and be heard. Due to the virtual nature of this meeting, you may participate via any of the following options: 1. Zoom: https://www.brentwoodca. gov/planningmeetingonline During the meeting, each period for public comment will be announced, and participants may use the “Raise Hand” feature on Zoom to request to speak. The meeting host will call on you, by name, and enable your video, if desired to be enabled, and microphone when it is your turn to speak. In order to ensure the orderly administration of the meeting using this method, providing your name is encouraged, but is not required. (If you need instructions on how to use this feature, please contact the Planning Administrative Secretary by noon of the meeting date at planning@brentwoodca. gov or 925.516.5433.) 2. Telephone If you wish to comment during the meeting via telephone, you may “raise your hand” virtually on most devices by pressing *9, and you will be called upon when it is your time to speak. After speaking, please press *9 again to remove the “raise your hand” feature. If that feature does not work on your device, please email planning@brentwoodca.gov in advance of the meeting where possible. The request must contain in the subject line “Request to Speak - Agenda Item #” and include name and full phone number that will be used to call in. In order to ensure the orderly administration of the meeting using this method, providing your name is encouraged, but is not required. 3. E-mail While the County Health order to shelter at one’s place of residence is effective, public comments can also be submitted via e-mail to planning@brentwoodca. gov. Any public comments received up until 5pm of the meeting will be: * distributed to the Planning Commission via email, * posted online for public inspection within one day following the meeting with the agenda packet, and * later summarized in the meeting minutes. The City cannot guarantee that its network, website, and/or the Zoom system will be uninterrupted. To ensure that the Planning Commission receives your comments prior to taking action, you are strongly encouraged to submit

them in advance of the meeting. As e-mails containing public meeting comments are part of the official record, note that personal contact information (potentially including email addresses) may be published if it is included with your e-mail. Before any court challenge of Planning Commission decisions, you are required to appeal the decision to the City Council no later than the time period provided under the City’s Municipal Code. In addition you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Brentwood Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. Further information may be obtained from Senior Planner Debbie Hill (925) 516-5135 or dhill@brentwoodca.gov in the Community Development Department of the City of Brentwood, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85473 Publish Dates: April 23, 2021.

conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, CA 201726910285. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on January 19, 2019. Signature of registrant: Olakunle Flash Ayodeji Mananger/CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 15, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/14/26 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 85405 Publish dates: April 9, 16, 23, 30, 2021.

son. 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: Shekela Roberson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: April 6, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 4/5/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 85476 Publish dates: April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2021.

trant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jason Douglas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 11, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires March 10, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85349 Publish dates: April 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021.

of LLC: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Kenneth Johnson - President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 23, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/22/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85447 Publish dates: April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001623 The name of the business(es): Card My Yard Discovery Bay Located at: 3489 Keystone Loop In: Dsicovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Shepherd Expressions LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Libility Company, State of LLC: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Bria Shepherd- CEO (Chief Executive Officer). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 26, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/25/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85462 Publish dates: April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2021.

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001151 The name of the business(es): 1. Michael and Associates 2. M&A Cabinet and Wood Resoration Located at: 511 Wilbur Ave, Suite A-2 In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Robert Johnson. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2-1-2021. Signature of registrant: Robert Johnson-Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 8, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires March 7, 2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 85348 Publish dates: April 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001177 The name of the business(es): T&P Import & Export Located at: 4131 Honey Dew Court In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Priscilla M. Finau. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2-28-2021. Signature of registrant: Priscilla M. Finau. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 9, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires March 8, 2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 85351 Publish dates: April 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001256 The name of the business: Antioch Food Center Located at: 111 E 18th Street In: Antioch,CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Antioch Food Center Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Saeed K Obaid, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 11, 2021 by Deputy Clerk. Expires 3/10/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 85360 Publish dates: April 2, 9,16,23, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001298 The name of the business: Ultracoat Painting Located at: 3216 Islewood Ct In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner: Luis Gerardo Gutierrez. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3/9/2021. Signature of registrant: Luis Gerardo Gutierrez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 12, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/11/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 85369 Publish dates: April 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001353 The name of the business: Sumthing - Antioch Located at: 2370 Buchanan Road In: Antioch, CA 94509 is hereby registered by the following owner: Afrique Restaurant & Entertainment, LLC. This business is

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001569 The name of the business(es): Sunrise Vine View Located at: 2934 Bluebell Circle In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Desiree Murray 2. Michael Murray. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3-17-2021. Signature of registrant: Michael Murray. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 24, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/23/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 85376 Publish dates: April 9, 16, 23, 30, 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 May 13th, 2021, at www.storagetreasures.com at or after 10am: CubeSmart #5975 (925)526-4580. 1790 Vineyard Dr. Antioch, CA Sandra Cowling Ricardo Gibb Karen Abbey Steven Confetti Joanne Marshall Jessica Allen Susan Martin Samantha Foster Jose Lopez-Hernandez Nate Garrison Andrew Gaddis Michael Lisby Erik Wilson Maria Ramirez Purchases must be paid for at the time of sale in CASH or CREDIT CARD only. Items are sold AS IS WHERE IS and must be removed at the time of sale. CubeSmart reserves the right to refuse any bid or cancel auction. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 85472 Publish Dates: April 23, 30, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001728 The name of the business(es): ARCHIVED Located at: 2634 Whitetail Court In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Ellen Marie Sun Ahmad. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/1/2021. Signature of registrant: Ellen Marie Sun Ahmad. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 30, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires March 29, 2026 Antioch FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Press No. 06-1617 85417 Publish dates: NAME STATEMENT April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 2021. File No. F-2021-0001239 The name of the business: Imagine Located at: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 1901 Rosie Ln In: Brentwood, CA 94513, NAME STATEMENT is hereby registered by the following File No. F-2021-0001734 The name of owner: Orantes, LLC. This business is conthe business(es): REPRESENTACIONES, ducted by: A Limited Liability Company, IMPORTACIONES Y SERVICIOS, S.A. State of Organization: CA. The registrant DE C.V. Located at: 504 1/2 K Street In: commenced to transact business under Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered the fictitious business name or names by the following owner(s): Alejandro listed above on N/A. Signature of regCastro. This business is conducted by: An istrant: Nelly Orantes, Managing MemIndividual. The registrant commenced ber. This statement was filed with the to transact business under the fictitious County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: business name or names listed above on March 10, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires N/A. Signature of registrant: Alejandro 3/9/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Castro. This statement was filed with 85364 Publish dates: April 2, 9, 16, 23, the County Clerk of Contra Costa County 2021. on: March 31, 2021 by Deputy J Graff 3/30/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 85453 Publish dates: April 23, 30, May NAME STATEMENT 7, 14, 2021. File No. F-2021-0001251 The name of the business: Central Coast New Homes. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS com Located at: 2603 Camino Ramon, NAME STATEMENT Suite 200 In: San Ramon, CA 94583, File No. F-2021-0001758 The name of the is hereby registered by the following business(es): Champions Martial Arts owner: Martha Torkington. This busiAcademy Located at: 3620 Lone Tree ness is conducted by: An Individual. The Way In: Antioch, Ca 94509, is hereby reg- registrant commenced to transact busiistered by the following owner(s): May ness under the fictitious business name Castro-Manner. This business is conduct- or names listed above on 3/4/2021. ed by: An Indivdual. The registrant com- Signature of registrant: Martha Torkingmenced to transact business under the ton. This statement was filed with the fictitious business name or names listed County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: above on N/A. Signature of registrant: March 11, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires May Castro-Manner - Owner. This state- 3/10/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 ment was filed with the County Clerk of 85377 Publish dates: April 9, 16, 23, 30, Contra Costa County on: March 31, 2021 2021. by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/30/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 85456 Publish FICTITIOUS BUSINESS dates: April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2021. NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001253 The name of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the business: Beauty By Jewelz LoNAME STATEMENT cated at: 2465 Discovery Bay Blvd #202 File No. F-2021-0001840 The name of In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby the business: Smooth E. Transporta- registered by the following owner: Julia tion Located at: 4464 Lone Tree Way Cone. This business is conducted by: An #1071 In: Antioch, CA 94531 is hereby Individual. The registrant commenced registered by the following owner: Elton to transact business under the fictitious Smith. This business is conducted by: An business name or names listed above Individual. The registrant commenced on N/A. Signature of registrant: Julia to transact business under the fictitious Cone. This statement was filed with the business name or names listed above on County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Elton Smith. March 11, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires This statement was filed with the County 3/10/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Clerk of Contra Costa County on: April 5, 85396 Publish dates: April 9, 16, 23, 30, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 4/4/2026 2021. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 85467 Publish dates: April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS File No. F-2021-0001272 The name of the NAME STATEMENT business(es): Rotations Per Minute File No. F-2021-0001873 The name of Records Located at: 7720 Brentwood the business: Tha Hair Ambassador Blvd STE A, Brentwood, CA 94513, is Located at: 3710 Lone Tree Way #443 In: hereby registered by the following Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered owner(s): Jason Douglas This business is by the following owner: Shekela Rober- conducted by: An Individual. The regis-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001287 The name of the business: Little Owl Designs Located at: 2416 Balboa Way In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: Karri Reiser. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on An Individual. Signature of registrant: Karri Reiser. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 12, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/11/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85367 Publish dates: April 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001331 The name of the business: Renovate Or Resale Located at: 5653 Oakmont Court In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: Robert Vigil. 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: Robert Vigil. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 15, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/14/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85361 Publish dates: April 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001420 The name of the business(es): Leap Speech Therapy Located at: 1995 Newton Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Lindsay Kang. 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: Lindsay Kang. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 16, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/15/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85380 Publish dates: April 9, 16, 23, 30, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001433 The name of the business: Jimmys Registration Services Located at: 8175 Brentwood Blvd In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jamil Naji Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jami Naji President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 16, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/15/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85359 Publish dates: April 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001524 The name of the business: Richmond Kebab & Gyros Located at: 15501 San Pablo Ave. Suite J In: Richmond, CA 94806, is hereby registered by the following owner: SOKMEN LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/26/2021. Signature of registrant: Ted Yashar Sokmen, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 22, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/21/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85433 Publish dates: April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001566 The name of the business: Island Vibe Located at: 1877 Lunger Dr In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Island Vibe. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001571 The name of the business: Grandeur Real Estate Located at: 442 Collis Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Daniel King Chiu. 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: Daniel Chiu. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 24, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/23/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85404 Publish dates: April 9, 16, 23, 30, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001598 The name of the business(es): Moon Rose Mercantile Located at: 2500 Chestnut Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Victoria Spinola. 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: Victoria Spinola, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 25, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires March 24, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85382 Publish dates: April 9, 16, 23, 30, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001599 The name of the business: N.A.S.H. New Alchemy Sign House Located at: 6905 Piper Road In: Bethel Island, CA 94511, is hereby registered by the following owner: Hayley E Thomas. 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: Hayley E Thomas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 25, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/24/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85426 Publish dates: April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001630 The name of the business: Waving Palm Properties, LLC Located at: 4789 Myrtle Drive In: Concord, CA 94521, is hereby registered by the following owner: Waving Palm Properties, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3/22/16. Signature of registrant: Karen Frampton-McMillan, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 26, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/25/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85448 Publish dates: April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001668 The name of the business: Delta Heat Basketball Club Located at: 1041 Martinez Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): John Andrew Torres. 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: John Andrew Torres. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 29, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/28/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85411 Publish dates: April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001698 The name of the business: Julian Ryan Bookkeeping Located at: 141 Sand Creek Road, Suite G In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Julian Fejarang. This business is conducted by: An Indivdual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed FICTITIOUS BUSINESS above on N/A. Signature of registrant: NAME STATEMENT Julian Fejarang-Owner. This statement File No. F-2021-0001610 The name of was filed with the County Clerk of Contra the business(es): Costa County on: March 30, 2021 by Dep1. OCEANO BLU DIVING uty Clerk Expires 3/29/2026 Brentwood 2. OCEAN BLU WEB DESIGN AND Press No. 02-1273 85443 Publish dates: MEDIA April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 2021. 3. KAI POLU CONSULTING Located at: 388 Fletcher Lane In: Brentwood, CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 94513, is hereby registered by the folNAME STATEMENT lowing owner: Trisha Pereira. This busi- File No. F-2021-0001706 The name of the ness is conducted by: An Individual. The business(es): Livermore Valley Brokers registrant commenced to transact busi- Located at: 3130 Balfour Rd D214 In: ness under the fictitious business name Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby regisor names listed above on 1/1/2021. tered by the following owner: Gibert Paul Signature of registrant: Trisha Pereira Souza II. This business is conducted by: - Owner. This statement was filed with An Individual. The registrant commenced the County Clerk of Contra Costa County to transact business under the fictitious on: March 26, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Ex- business name or names listed above on pires 3/25/2026 Brentwood Press No. 3-1-2021. Signature of registrant: Gilbert 02-1273 85488 Publish dates: April 23, Paul Souza II - Managing Member. This 30, May 7, 14, 2021. statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 30, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/29/2026 BrentNAME STATEMENT wood Press No. 02-1273 85413 Publish File No. F-2021-0001621 The name of dates: April 16, 23, 30, May 7. 2021. the business(es): 1. True Entity FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 2. Skin By Iman NAME STATEMENT 3. Resilient Beauty Essentials File No. F-2021-0001715 The name of 4. Beautea & Chat Located at: 4445 the business(es): Sealed By Sandoval Mira Loma Drive In: Pittsburg, CA Located at: 4520 Carnegie Lane In: Brent94565, is hereby registered by the wood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by following owner(s): Iman N. Hanif. the following owner(s): Britney Marie This business is conducted by: An In- Sandoval. This business is conducted by: dividual. The registrant commenced to An Individual. The registrant commenced transact business under the fictitious to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above business name or names listed above on on 3-1-21. Signature of registrant: N/A. Signature of registrant: Britney SanIman N. Hanif. This statement was filed doval. This statement was filed with the with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: County on: March 26, 2021 by Deputy March 30, 2021 by Deputy J. Graff Expires Clerk Expires 3/25/2026 Brentwood March 29, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 02Press No. 02-1273 85455 Publish 1273 85457 Publish dates: April 23, 30, dates: April 23, 30, May, 7, 14, 2021. May 7, 14, 2021.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001756 The name of the business(es): Cross The TS Mobile Notary Located at: 2576 Caddie Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Theresa M. Robinson. This business is conducted by: An Indivdual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Theresa M Robinson - Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 31, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/30/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85415 Publish dates: April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 2021.

An Indivdual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Bryan Powell. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: April 2, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 4/1/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85416 Publish dates: April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 2021.

the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Amy Alvis, Esq. 188086 Alvis Quashnock and Associates a PC. 613 1st Street, Suite 202 Brentwood, CA 94513 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85492 Publish Dates: April 23, 30, May 7, 2021.

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: 5/7/2021 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: 1/20/2021 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85371 Publish Dates: April 9, 16, 23, 30, 2021.

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. Petitioner: SHABANA FORD. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85375 Publish Dates: April 9, 16, 23, 2021.\cs2

Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Brenda Steingrimsson-Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 29, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/28/2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 85463 Publish dates: April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2021.

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 (714) 730-2727 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site - www.servicelinkASAP.com - for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case: 141461. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (714) 730-2727 for information regarding the trustee’s sale, or visit this internet website www.servicelinkASAP. com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case Ts# 141461 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. A-4730731 04/09/2021, 04/16/2021, 04/23/2021 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 85373 Publish Dates: April 9, 16, 23, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001785 The name of the business: Harrison * McCauley Ventures Located at: 420 Beatrice Ct., Suite E In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: SR Ventures LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/1/2020. Signature of registrant: Deane Sheppard, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: April 1, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/31/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85469 Publish dates: April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001787 The name of the business(es): Luxe Salon Studios Located at: 420 Beatrice Court, Suite E In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): SR Ventures LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/1/2020. Signature of registrant: Deana Sheppard, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: April 1, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires March 31, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85465 Publish dates: April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001789 The name of the business(es): 1. Delta Boat Rentals 2. Delta Rental Center 3. Delta Boat Rental Center Located at: 4515 Willow Road In: Bethel Island, CA 94511, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Riggs Enterprises, 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: 1/2009 (Delta Rental Center) 2/2021 (Delta Boat Rental Center). Signature of registrant: Tracy L. Venable, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: April 1, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires March 31, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 021273 85458 Publish dates: April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001810 The name of the businesss: 1. Chaste Luxury Hair 2. GloryHairTv 3. Chaste Bazaar 4. Tailor Made Blessings Located at: 2446 Mojave Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: LaTisa Cheney. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 4/2/2021. Signature of registrant: LaTisa Cheney. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: April 2, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 4/1/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85466 Publish dates: April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001814 The name of the business(es): Green Mountain Tractor Service Located at: 2645 Torrey Pines Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Bryan Powell. This business is conducted by:

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001837 The name of the business: Ivie By Rae Located at: 248 Dias Circle In: Pittsburg, CA 94565 is hereby registered by the following owner: Osaivbie Rachel Fok. 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: Osaivbie Rachel Fok. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: April 5, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 4/4/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85468 Publish dates: April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001934 The name of the business: Bay Area Pink Properties Located at: 108 Garydale Ct In: Alamo, CA 94507, is hereby registered by the following owner: A Palma Capital LLC This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/1/2021. Signature of registrant: Annabelle Palma, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: April 8, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 4/7/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85471 Publish dates: April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2021. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Patricia Ann Vanden Broek, deceased CASE NUMBER P21-00506 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Patricia Ann Vanden Broek, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Toni Carlson in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: Toni Carlson 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: June 17, 2021 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 15. b. Address of court: 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Carmen Lozano SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Carmen Lozano CASE NUMBER: N21-0469 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Carmen Lozano filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Carmen Monserrate Lozano to Proposed Name: Karmin Virginia Teixeira. 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: 06/02/2021 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 St., Brentwood, CA 94513 Date: 04/01/2021 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 85454 Publish Dates: April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0000988 The name of the business(es): Citrine and Sage Solar Located at: 4561 Oak Forest Ave In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Samantha Dean. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on March 1, 2021. Signature of registrant: Samantha Dean. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 1, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires February 28, 2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 85350 Publish dates: April 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001052 The name of the business(es): Glass Hammer Jewelry Located at: 33 Harvest Drive In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Anthony Sparke. 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: Anthony Sparke. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE This statement was filed with the County FOR CHANGE OF NAME Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 3, PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Marie G. 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires March 2, Quashnock, Esq. SBN: 153567 SUPE- 2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 85347 RIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF Publish dates: April 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021. CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Mike MessiNOTICE OF PETITION TO na CASE NUMBER: N21-0457 TO ALL ADMINISTER ESTATE INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Mike OF: NASIM KHAN, deceased CASE Messina filed a petition with this court NUMBER P21-00018 To all heirs, benfor a decree changing names as follows: eficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, Present Name: a. Mike Messina to and persons who may otherwise be Proposed Name: Michael Messina. interested in the will or estate, or both, 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons of: NASIM KHAN, deceased. A Petition interested in this matter shall appear for Probate has been filed by: SHABANA before this court at the hearing indicated FORD in the Superior Court of California, below to show cause, if any, why the County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition petition for change of name should not for Probate requests that: SHABANA be granted. Any person objecting to the FORD be appointed as personal reprename changes described above must file sentative to administer the estate of the a written objection that includes the rea- decedent. The petition requests authorsons for the objection at least two court ity to administer the estate under the days before the matter is scheduled to Independent Administration of Estates be heard and must appear at the hearing Act. (This authority will allow the perto show cause why the petition should sonal representative to take many actions not be granted. If no written objection without obtaining court approval. Before is timely filed, the court may grant the taking certain very important actions, petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF however, the personal representative will HEARING a. Date: 05/19/2021 Time: be required to give notice to interested 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 b. The address of persons unless they have waived notice the court is same as noted above. 3. a. or consented to the proposed action.) The A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall independent administration authority be published at least once each week for will be granted unless an interested perfour successive weeks prior to the date son files an objection to the petition and set for hearing on the petition in the shows good cause why the court should following newspaper of general circula- not grant the authority. A hearing tion, printed in this county: Brentwood on the petition will be held in this Press Date: 3/22/2021 Judge of the court as follows: a. Date: 5/20/2021 Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 14. b. Address 1273 85431 Publish Dates: April 16, 23, of court: 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA 30, May 7, 2021. 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE hearing and state your objections or file FOR CHANGE OF NAME written objections with the court before PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Tiffany the hearing. Your appearance may be in Fawn Natzel SUPERIOR COURT OF CALI- person or by your attorney. If you are FORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 a creditor or a contingent creditor of Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETI- the decedent, you must file your claim TION OF: Tiffany Fawn Natzel CASE with the court and mail a copy to the NUMBER: N21-0118 TO ALL INTEREST- personal representative appointed by the ED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Tiffany Fawn court within the later of either (1) four Natzel filed a petition with this court for a months from the date of first issuance of decree changing names as follows: Pres- letters a general personal representative ent Name: a. Tiffany Fawn Natzel to as defined in section 58(b) of the CaliProposed Name: Tiffany Fawn Sayre. fornia Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons the date of mailing or personal delivery interested in this matter shall appear to you of a notice under section 9052 of before this court at the hearing indicated the California Probate Code. Other Calibelow to show cause, if any, why the fornia statutes and legal authority petition for change of name should not may affect your rights as a creditor. be granted. Any person objecting to the You may want to consult with an atname changes described above must file torney knowledgeable in California

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001767 The name of the business: BJ’s Old Schools Located at: 1529 Thistle Ct In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Bobby O. Jones. 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: Bobby O. Jones. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 31, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/30/2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 85395 Publish dates: April 9, 16, 23, 30, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0001449 The name of the business: Next Level Solutions Located at: 4691 La Vista Drive In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: AMW Construction and Development Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Adam Wetzel, President and CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 17, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/16/2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE 85366 Publish dates: April 2, 9, 16, 23, Trustee Sale No. 141461 Title No. 2021. 95520450 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ATTACHED YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER NAME STATEMENT A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/23/2005. File No. F-2021-0001470 The name of UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT the business(es): WEBCOT Located at: YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A 260 W. Bolton Road In: Oakley, CA 94561, PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANAis hereby registered by the following TION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING owner(s): Gary Conness. This business is AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A conducted by: A Married Couple. The reg- LAWYER. On 05/05/2021 at 1:30 PM, istrant commenced to transact business The Mortgage Law Firm, PLC, as duly under the fictitious business name or appointed Trustee under and pursuant names listed above on N/A. Signature of to Deed of Trust recorded 03/29/2005, registrant: Gary Conness. This statement as Instrument No. 2005-0107149-00, was filed with the County Clerk of Con- in book xx, page xx, of Official Records tra Costa County on: March 18, 2021 by in the office of the County Recorder of Deputy Clerk Expires 3/17/2026 Oakley Contra Costa County, State of California, Press No. 03-0477 85381 Publish dates: executed by Jeffrey Scott Martinez, A April 9, 16, 23, 30, 2021. Single Man, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or NAME STATEMENT other form of payment authorized by File No. F-2021-0001502 The name of the 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawbusiness: Heavenly Blue Pool Service ful money of the United States), At the Located at: 260 Merganser Dr In: Oakley, north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center CA 94561, is hereby registered by the near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, following owner: 1. Lilaeva Padilla 2. Pittsburg, CA 94565. All right, title and Julio Padilla. This business is conducted interest conveyed to and now held by by: A Married Couple. The registrant it under said Deed of Trust in the propcommenced to transact business under erty situated in said County and State, the fictitious business name or names described as: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE listed above on 1/1/2019. Signature of ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN 035-556-007 registrant: Lilaeva Padilla. This statement The street address and other common was filed with the County Clerk of Con- designation, if any, of the real property tra Costa County on: March 19, 2021 by described above is purported to be: 4351 Deputy Clerk Expires 3/18/2026 Oakley Redwood Drive, Oakley, CA 94561 The unPress No. 03-0477 85483 Publish dates: dersigned Trustee disclaims any liability April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 2021. for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS shown herein. Said sale will be made, but NAME STATEMENT without covenant or warranty, expressed File No. F-2021-0001626 The name of or implied, regarding title, possession, the business(es): RMG Underground or encumbrances, to pay the remaining Construction Located at: 744 Solitude principal sum of the note(s) secured by Dr. In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby regis- said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, tered by the following owner(s): Roberto as provided in said note(s), advances, Melena. This business is conducted by: if any, under the terms of said Deed of An Individual. The registrant commenced Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the to transact business under the fictitious Trustee and of the trusts created by said business name or names listed above Deed of Trust. The total amount of the on 4-23-2020. Signature of registrant: unpaid balance of the obligation secured Robert Melena. This statement was filed by the property to be sold and reasonable with the County Clerk of Contra Costa estimated costs, expenses and advances County on: March 26, 2021 by Deputy at the time of the initial publication of Clerk Expires 3/25/2026 Oakley Press No. the Notice of Sale is: $75,613.77 If the 03-0477 85460 Publish dates: April 23, Trustee is unable to convey title for any 30, May 7, 14, 2021. reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return FICTITIOUS BUSINESS of monies paid to the Trustee, and the NAME STATEMENT successful bidder shall have no further File No. F-2021-0001644 The name of the recourse. The beneficiary under said business: Amia Luxe Located at: 877 Dari- Deed of Trust heretofore executed and gold Way In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby delivered to the undersigned a written registered by the following owner(s): Declaration of Default and Demand for Melanie Rose Anderson. 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“We went through the great recession and he managed to keep our budget balanced,” Romick said. “We had a very tight budget — we have always had a really tight budget. He’s done a great job managing an ever-growing city, where the income is not always what is needed to keep up with the growth. His leadership will be missed.” Romick said Montgomery has accomplished big things with his small, dedicated staff, many of whom manage

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cal wildfires, some county residents feel anxious as the Fourth of July approaches and their neighbors begin to celebrate in the time-honored fashion: with fireworks. County Supervisor Diane Burgis is working with local law enforcement and fire agencies on drafting the ordinance, which must go before the county board of supervisors for approval. Johnson said that if it passes, it will help his officers enforce the “no fireworks” rule. Burgis affirmed that she will continue to work to give local agencies the tools they need to enforce the law. “Fireworks are an issue across the Bay Area,” said Burgis. “In many areas, like Discovery Bay and the rest of unincorporated Contra Costa County, the Fourth of July is no longer the typical backyard barbecue with sparklers celebrating Independence Day. It’s become a full-on fireworks show and production, all night long. Not only is it extremely disruptive to neighbors, pets and veterans who suffer from PTSD, but serious safety concerns need to be addressed. As we prepare for another drought year and fire season, we must do all we can to prevent fires.”

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to the city. He oversaw the building of City Hall, the police department, Civic Center Park, Oakley Plaza, the recreation center, the senior center, the public works operations building, two fire stations and more than 30 parks. Nearly every major arterial road was widened and improved, and the “You, Me, We = Oakley” program was implemented with great success. The Contra Costa Logistics Center and many other projects and programs currently planned and underway were also implemented

Burgis noted that public outreach will continue, and she hopes to have an ordinance adopted before the summer holidays. She also plans to take the ordinance to the Contra Costa Mayors Conference, in hopes that other local cities will follow suit. Steve Aubert, East Contra Costa Fire Protection District fire marshal, said the new ordinance would pave the way for community involvement in the fight against fireworks. He noted that a citation issued to an unnamed Discovery Bay resident last year for lighting more than 500 fireworks on the Fourth of July resulted in a fine of over $52,000. The individual appealed the citation, bringing it down to $26,325. Neighbors in town then started a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds for the fine and to move “forward with plans to work with the fire chief for a legal and safe show the next time we celebrate our freedom.” “For us, with the majority of our area being unincorporated, it’s a huge win,” Aubert said. “Last year, in 2020, despite COVID, we ran 114 calls for service on July Fourth. Twenty-nine of those calls were for

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ing the project by the end of 2023. The anticipated cost for the project is $16 million, including design, construction and inspection. “We had been saving quite a bit of money for this project,” Breitstein noted. “We have been putting funds away, and we are also looking at financing options. The decisions about what portion will be financed and what won’t will be made at a later date with the finance committee. We want to receive the bids, get some real costs, and make some decisions then. It will go before the full board and everything will be publicized.” Bids will be received next month,

future in which no pet is unnecessarily euthanized,” said Susanne Kogut, president of Petco Love. “Our local investments are only one component. This month, we will also launch the first of our national tools to empower all animal lovers to drive lifesaving change right alongside us.” “We have worked diligently to improve the lives of pets in our community and are very excited to receive this grant from Petco Love to help support us in our efforts to return lost pets to their homes, and also help shelter pets find new loving homes,” said George Harding, animal services manager at Antioch Animal Services. For more information about Antioch Animal Services, visit antiochca.gov/police/animal-services, and visit https://petcolove.org/ to learn more about Petco Love.

under Montgomery and his staff. He also led the town through the pandemic while keeping the budget inline. “Bryan has been a strong leader for Oakley and has helped Oakley move from a newly incorporated city to a financially sound, safe city that has a very bright future,” said Oakley Mayor Sue Higgins. “We will always be grateful for the foundation and solid employee team that Bryan helped build, and we know he will continue to be successful in his public service career.”

fire, and that included two burn injuries to a child and a father, with $20,000 in property loss and 125 acres consumed. . . . Previously, we had to actually witness someone lighting off the fireworks before we could do something, but this kind of opens up that door to say we know where they are coming from, and if we know, we can go meet with the property owner, issue the citation and continue to offer deterrents from using illegal fireworks in our county.” Fireworks fines are administration citations in Contra Costa County and fall under the health and safety code. Offenses — that is, fireworks — are fined at approximately $135 each, which is why the aforementioned fine could reach such staggering amounts. “Hopefully it’s an extremely large deterrent for others who choose to go down that same path, and deters other people from lighting off any fireworks in our district and the county,” said Aubert. “No fireworks, whether ‘safe and sane’ or commercial grade, are allowed in Contra Costa. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

and water and wastewater manager Aaron Goldsworthy hopes to see work start soon after. He said the project’s difficulty lies in the fact a new procedure – the denitrification process – will be inserted into the middle of the town’s existing wastewater treatment system. “You are basically tapping into a pipe that already has a treatment process taking place,” he said. “So we are squeezing a process in between two processes, so it’s not something we can put at the beginning or end of the process, we are putting it in the middle.” The wastewater treatment plant currently has two oxidation ditches. The project calls for the construction of a third, as well as three denitrification

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