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of youths in its 60-year history,” said Fernandez, who is also a probation supervisor at the ranch. “We also have a direct connection with the East County community by serving as volunteers for numerous community civic groups such as the East Contra Costa Historical Society, the Discovery Bay Lions Club and the Oakley Relay for Life group.” Currently, the county board of supervisors is considering shuttering the ranch, due to its noncentral location, low number of residents — only 18 as of last week — and high maintenance costs.
OAKLEY Portions of a longplanned housing project are delayed once again. City leaders recently granted West Coast Home Builders an additional three-year extension on its uncompleted 31-home subdivision on the southeast and southwest corners of Carpenter Road, Simoni Ranch Road and Rose Avenue. Ten of the proposed units are constructed and have residents, but the remaining 21 proposed lots, all planned to be a minimum of 10,000 square feet, remain in limbo. Tentative project documents were initially approved in 2009 and have since received a number of extensions to maintain validity. West Coast Home Builders did not respond to requests for comment but told city officials that the latest extension will allow adequate time for the project’s development to remain a reality. “They are a little bit larger than we typically see built since the recession,” Oakley Principal Planner Ken Strelo said. “They may be a little bit more difficult to build and market at this time, so the applicant has requested additional time to do this project.” The city initially approved key project documents in 2009, which automatically remained valid for two years. Multiple statewide extensions had pushed the documents’ validity to six more years, to 2017, when the council
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REGIONAL The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors took action this week to slow the pandemic’s growth by implementing fines for those violating county health orders. Drawing on emergency powers under state law, the board unanimously passed Urgency Ordinance No. 2020-21 on Tuesday, July 28. Effective immediately, it establishes administrative fines for violations of public health orders pertaining to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Many people are following the health orders, but we need to increase our efforts together to slow the spread of COVID-19 in our community,” said Supervisor Candace Andersen, board chair. “To further our
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indergarten teacher Marise Venezia pauses in her empty classroom as teachers and administrators distribute school supplies to parents and students during a drive-thru event at Ron Nunn Elementary School in Brentwood, July 28. Students in the Brentwood Union School District started classes this week via distance learning, in accordance with state guidelines. To view more photos of the event, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia/slideshows
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BYRON The Orin Allen Youth Rehabilitation Facility (OAYRF), more commonly known as the Byron Boys Ranch, may close its doors next month due to COVID-19-related budgetary concerns, but a grassroots group is calling upon the county board of supervisors to save the longtime center. Arthur Fernandez and Bob Viator are part of the effort to convince the county board of supervisors to keep the ranch open, believing that its long-term benefits outweigh short-term budget concerns. They, and many others,
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Arthur Fernandez, probation ranch supervisor feel relocating the program to juvenile hall, a locked institution with cellblocks, will not preserve its ideals, and could negatively affect how residents respond to the curriculum. They are concerned that, despite their efforts and data supporting the success of institutions like OAYRF, the probation department has already decided to close the ranch, and the board
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of supervisors will go along. The facility opened in 1960 and can house up to 100 young men in a low-security program designed to help rehabilitate boys who have committed nonviolent crimes. The boys take high school classes, gain work experience and receive counseling. “The OAYRF has helped rehabilitate an exorbitant number
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Contested gas station project can proceed the potential for underground storage tanks being abandoned. Hearing the appeal late last year, the council raised unrelated concerns about the business’s noise impacts, opting to complete a noise study. Senior Planner Debbie Hill noted this week that an outside consultant determined no significant noise impacts would be generated by increased traffic or the facility’s operation, including the car wash, gas station and convenience market. The proposed site is located on the northwest corner of the Lone Tree Way and Fairview Avenue intersection, with the Visions at Brentwood residential subdivision across Lone Tree Way, south of the property. The nearest residence is an estimated 408 feet south of the car wash building and also across an arterial street in Lone Tree Way. The business is expected to feature
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BRENTWOOD A proposed gas station, car wash and convenience store project that drew the ire of a nearby business and raised concerns about potential noise can now make a clean entrance into the city. Brentwood leaders this week confirmed the planning commission’s decision to approve the project — a Rotten Robbie gas station, detached drive-thru car wash and convenience store, at the northwest corner of Lone Tree Way and Fairview Avenue — after hearing that a nearby business’s appeal of the project lacked merit and a recently completed sound study determined that the business would not generate significant noise impacts. “What’s been confirmed by all sides is this does follow our general plan,” said Brentwood Vice Mayor Joel Bryant. “This piece of property was specifically planned to house a business of this type.”
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With COVID-19 complicating cancer care, Stage 4 colon cancer patient Jessica Buscho — mother of three young children — is asking the community for help in purchasing an RV. The vehicle will help her get to treatments in Orange County without risking contracting the virus in hotel rooms or public bathrooms.
BRENTWOOD Outside of trips to her cancer center, resident Jessica Buscho has been stuck in her home for nearly 140 days. She’s now raising funds to secure an RV for travel to treatment appointments and hoping to spread the message of what mask wearing means to the silent population of the immune-compromised. As a young mother of three who was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer three years ago, COVID-19 has brought on a world of challenges and grief for those she’s lost. Since March, she reported losing a dozen friends who were also battling cancer, many of whom had stopped treatment during quarantine. While society complains about the challenges of educating children from home, wearing masks or closed salons, Buscho finds herself worried about getting seen for treatments in Orange County — where she must go to continue a trial medication — without exposing herself to disease along the way. “Our first trip down to Orange County, we booked a house and planned for two weeks of travel, but as soon as we started packing for the trip we realized how we needed to prepare for highCOVID areas like Orange County,” Buscho said. To reduce the risk of her children coming in contact with the virus and bringing it back to her, she can’t leave them in the care of family. Thus the family of five must take the trip together. But that in itself came with challenges. They had to rent a Southern California home a week earlier than they needed it, which they hoped would offer safety
against the virus even though it also offered an added cost. Bathroom breaks while on the road with kids became another issue. The travel-weary family then decided to ask for help in purchasing an RV. With over $40,000, her GoFundMe page has already generated a neargoal response. Many of the contributions have come from her hometown in Sonoma County. “Every single one of my high school teachers donated something … It’s so amazing,” she said of the support. “People have been incredibly generous.” Buscho hopes to find a dealer who would be willing to sell the vehicle at or near cost. She said her children have responded well to the frequent traveling — noting at first, they saw it as a vacation just to get out of the house. “Sometimes it’s heartbreaking about how resilient they have to be,” she said. “But they power through.” She said another heartbreak for her is the callousness with which some people are approaching the pandemic. For Buscho, whose husband and children are counting on her to survive, dismissive phrases such as “survival of the fittest” cut deep. And it’s for the sake of her family and those who are experiencing a similar struggle that she continues to be a voice of advocacy. “The main thing is, the impact of COVID has gone so far beyond the people who are getting sick from COVID,” she said. “There’s this whole population of people who are being pushed aside and unable to leave their homes, and a lot of them are see Cancer page 16
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OAKLEY Oakley police are trying to untangle the circumstances that led to one gunshot victim and a second victim who appeared to have been stabbed in a Carol Lane apartment Sunday afternoon, July 26. Oakley police along with paramedics and firefighters responded to the report of a shooting on the 50 block of Carol Lane. A male victim, who has not been identified, was transported to Orchard Park School where he was transferred to a medical helicopter and flown to John
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Fippin named new Rotary president virtual fundraising events. Fippin credits a strong leadership team and an engaged club with making many necessary adjustments to the Rotary Club of Brentwood’s traditional fundraisers. For example, instead of an Autumn Gala, this year, a Fantasy Golf fundraiser (officially launched July 27) seeks to raise $37,000. And Brentwood’s New Year’s Day 5K will also go virtual. Fippin is confident that volunteering and leadership during this challenging time is more important than ever — that these experiences help shape the club and grow the community in the best way possible. “Brentwood is full of strong and resilient residents,” she said. “We have a very special community that pulls together to support one another.” Fippin is co-founder of local technology company, Red Box Business Solutions and serves as a planning commissioner for the City of Brentwood. What she enjoys most about Rotary are the people. “Rotarians are extraordinary people who take action, serve the community and support one another,” Fippin said. “There are 1.2 million members in 35,000 clubs globally, that is one enormous network to be a part of. The skills and experience I have gained through Rotary are exactly what get us through tough times like these. There has never been a better time to join this wonderful organization.” For more information, visit BrentwoodRotary94513.com.
We are in an extremely odd time right now in real estate. The next 6-12 months are VERY hard to predict what will happen. On the negative side, unemployment is still VERY high (although it’s lower than it was a month or two ago). What’s more concerning is that the COVID cases and hospitalizations are up. As I write this, the death rates haven’t risen dramatically, but by the time this is printed that may have changed. California is tightening up the shelter-in-place rules again. If these trends continue and we get locked down hard again, our economy could really take a hit and real estate prices may slide when that happens. But on the positive side, interest rates are still VERY low. On top of that, inventory of homes for sale is also VERY low. Buyers are also reporting that they have more cash on hand because they can’t go on vacation, they aren’t going out to eat as much, etc. Then rents are still really
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high so buyers can buy a home for not much more than they are paying in rent. We are seeing multiple offers and prices getting bid up again. So far buyers seem to be very optimistic about the future. In one way, the COVID pandemic is having a stimulating effect on our local real estate market due to the ability to work from home. It’s driving many buyers out of the congested areas around San Francisco and San Jose and out our way. They want to get away from the crowds and the sky-high real estate and rental prices. I’ve seen reports that rents are dropping fast around the Silicon Valley. Our area is more affordable yet it’s close enough to go into the office now and then for a face-to-face meeting when needed. If you have questions about real estate, call me at (925) 240-MOVE (6683). Voted “Best of Brentwood” multiple times. To search the MLS for free, go to: www. SharpHomesOnline.com. Sharp Realty. #01245186 – Advertisement
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BRENTWOOD The Rotary Club of Brentwood welcomes its new president, Seana Fippin. She is honored to serve Rotary and the community in this new role. Serving on the Rotary Club of Brentwood’s Board of Directors for the last four years has provided considerable experience with the committees and boards that make a significant difference in Brentwood. “I am proud to be a Rotarian and grateful to make a difference in a community with so much heart and passion. I am following in the footsteps of many great leaders in our community, all of whom have had an impact and set a standard of excellence in service,” Fippin said. “Rotary is a world-class organization with remarkable members. I believe deeply in the work we do.” The Rotary Club of Brentwood holds fundraisers to give back to youth, veterans and humanitarian projects. The club allows local leaders and professionals and volunteers a way to connect, collaborate and serve both locally and globally. Each year, Rotary awards local deserving students approximately $15,000 in scholarships. It provides back-to-school clothes to students and supports local Scouts, veterans and other nonprofits and businesses. While the world is taking on a whole new look in the virtual era, Fippin is ready for the task to lead, inspire and support Brentwood through innovative means, including holding weekly Zoom meetings and
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$16,588
$1,383
$692
$638
$319
$23,606
$1,968
$984
$908
$454
2
$22,412
$1,868
$934
$862
$431
$31,894
$2,658
$1,329
$1,227
$614
3
$28,236
$2,353
$1,177
$1,086
$543
$40,182
$3,349
$1,675
$1,546
$773
4
$34,060
$2,839
$1,420
$1,310
$655
$48,470
$4,040
$2,020
$1,865
$933
5
$39,884
$3,324
$1,662
$1,534
$767
$56,758
$4,730
$2,365
$2,183
$1,092
6
$45,708
$3,809
$1,905
$1,758
$879
$65,046
$5,421
$2,711
$2,502
$1,251
7
$51,532
$4,295
$2,148
$1,982
$991
$73,334
$6,112
$3,056
$2,821
$1,411
8
$57,356
$4,780
$2,390
$2,206
$1,103
$81,622
$6,802
$3,401
$3,140
$1,570
$8,288
$691
$346
$319
$160
For each additional family member add: $5,824
$486
$243
$224
$112
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BRENTWOOD Last week, City Park turned into a platform for a panelist discussion on social injustices and racial inequities. Called the Uplift and Amplify Event, which took place on July 21, audience members socially distanced their chairs in the grass and wore masks to listen to a discussion on racial issues within the country and Brentwood. Organizer Zinah Abraha — who’s been involved in various community activities to bring awareness to racial injustices in America — stood at the microphone to open the event with a reminder for the audience. “This is a safe space, and we’re here to listen and approach these conversations from a place of empathy and love,” she said. “A lot of these stories are extremely personal for these students, so let’s take a moment to, as we listen, ask ourselves, ‘Are we listening from a place of defensiveness or dismissiveness, or a place of empathy and love?’” The event entailed student speakers and questions for the panelists, who varied in age and race. One question asked the panel, “How has my proximity to whiteness affected the ways I prioritize talking about racial issues?” Tyler Rust, panelist member, was asked to answer the question first. Rust is a Brentwood U.S. history teacher whose district-initiated transfer from Heritage to Liberty caught media attention in 2018, as student protesters flooded the school board meeting to decry a perceived punishment for Rust kneeling in protest of police brutality. “My proximity to whiteness is obvious to everyone if you look at me,” said Rust, a white man. “It’s something I have to own up to and acknowledge as an educator when I talk about issues regarding race and history … in my curriculum, race comes up frequently, and I don’t ignore it. I try to not only acknowledge my proximity to whiteness but … to be part of our safe space together to acknowledge that we do need to be aware of privilege and bias, and I am not immune to this.” A young panelist named Marcelo Clark pointed out that the end goal of talking about race isn’t simply to hear about the pain and trauma that black people have gone through. “Of course, that’s important, but the end goal should be to have empathy to understand how these problems have cause so many institutional issues within our society ... slavery was a long time ago, but its effects are long-lasting,” Clark concluded. Another Brentwood teacher — Allison Popovich of Krey Elementary School — said that while she didn’t believe the school district would ever restrict teachers from offering certain curriculum to children, there needed to be a stronger consciousness around equity in education materials. “It goes beyond a cultural doll that we’re going to trace and draw your country
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BRENTWOOD Select Deer Ridge Golf Club frontage areas that fell into disrepair after the course closed could soon be brought back up to par. But neighborhood residents must first agree to swing open their wallets. City leaders intend to ask area homeowners in the next three to five months if they are willing to accept an annual $50 per dwelling unit increase in Landscape and Lighting Assessment District (LLAD) fees to fund and maintain landscaping improvements to 14 golf course frontage areas. The possible changes would require majority approval of the property owners in the city’s LLAD 99-5. LLAD fees are collected to fund the improvements, construction, operation, maintenance and service of area landscaping, streetlights, parks, open space facilities and other amenities. “In bringing this to the council, I have been posting to social media, and there has been overwhelming support from Deer Ridge residents,” Councilmember Karen Rarey said. Maintenance to the select golf course frontage areas stopped after the course closed in September 2019, drawing the ire of Deer Ridge residents and eventually garnering the council’s attention. If a majority of area property owners approve the fee increase, then it’s likely that SunCoast Properties Inc. — currently responsible for the maintenance — would deed any needed sections to the city. The bulk of the frontage areas would then be converted to city irrigation, with a few small areas improved with hardscaping, like pavers. The proposal is estimated to cost
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Residents of the nearby Deer Ridge Golf Club, shuttered since September 2019, may have the opportunity to pay for landscape improvements to the golf course. $508,960, with $385,000 coming from the neighborhood’s LLAD capital reserve and $123,960 borrowed from the Parks and Landscape and Lighting Assessment District Capital Replacement Fund. In turn, about $30 of the proposed $50 annual fee increase would go toward replenishing the replacement reserves, with the remaining $20 funding the ongoing maintenance costs. It’s expected that the $30 charge would cease after an estimated 15 years when the capital reserve is replenished. Without factoring in the possible $50 increase, LLAD 99-5 property owners are already slated to pay $515 in fiscal year 2020-2021, with those annual fees jumping to $669 in 2021-2022 and then $773 in 2022-2023.
It’s expected that the district’s fees will be capped when they reach $827 annually, meaning the peak will essentially be reached by fiscal year 2022-2023 if residents approve the $50 annual increase. The fee hikes unrelated to the potential frontage improvements are attributed to several factors, including the costs to provide services; utility cost increases; planned future improvements; and the district’s contribution toward its equitable share of citywide improvements and capital replacement reserves, said Brentwood Parks and Recreation Director Bruce Mulder. At least two Deer Ridge residents said they’d approve the additional $50 annual increase. “I think it’s a really good idea,”
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There is nothing like a pandemic to get you up off the couch and onto those projects you’ve been putting off. I cleaned out our refrigerator, which produced a host of new organisms never before seen on this planet. I Hangin’ in cleaned out the cupboards, which here ended up housing more expired food than not. I went through my closet and bagged up all my clothes that were either too big, too small Vicki or just flat out McKenna ugly, but now I find myself digging around in the bag for those clothes that were “too big,” as they are sadly now the only clothes that fit me. Unfortunately, most of the “too big” clothes also fell into the “ugly” category as well, but who cares? Personal appearance has gone by the wayside for me, what with the lack of exercise and increased calorie intake (quarantine sourdough) and alcohol (too many varieties to even mention). My biggest and most complex project was to completely empty my mom’s townhouse. She moved into a lovely senior living community last November due to the onset of Alzheimer’s. We took only the basics to furnish her small apartment, leaving behind a lifetime of belongings, including the remains of three people: her mother and two great aunts. There were more deceased people in the house than alive. My mom had never gotten around to depositing the ashes into the ocean, which apparently is what all three ladies wanted, but I think
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The Heritage girls’ water polo team didn’t have to look far to find its next varsity water polo coach — she was already a part of the program. Shannon Yancey, the Patriots threeyear junior varsity head coach, will rise to the varsity position, replacing the six-year head coach Jeff Lapum, who recently resigned. “We are very excited about her connection with the girls, her connection to the program, and we are also excited to maintain the consistency to the strong tradition that we have built,” said Athletic Director Nate Smith. Yancey, a 16-year Liberty Union High School District physical education teacher currently at Heritage, figures to make the team’s coaching transition as fluid as possible. She’s currently a teacher at the school; she’s been a fixture on the varsity team’s bench for years; her daughter, Makeila, is a squad member; and the Yancey family lives in the same neighborhood with at least four current team members. “(Jeff Lapum) called me over to his house and sat me down two separate times and said, ‘Shannon, you just need to go for the varsity position,’” Yancey said. “’You
Heritage’s water polo coach Shannon Yancey, seen here with her former junior varsity squad, will move up to the head varsity position this season.
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are the one to do it, you know the most, you know these girls, you know our program.’ It just seemed to be that natural fit.” Yancey will inherit a perennial powerhouse squad, which, under Lapum, posted a winning record in all six league seasons by winning the program’s first league title in 2016; its first North Coast Section crown in 2018; and finished its league slate a combined 32-1, over the last four years. Luckily for the Patriots, Yancey is no stranger to sustained success, herself.
During an eight-year stint on the USA wrestling team in the 1990s, she garnered one world championship, four national championships and four world silver medals. She also coached wrestling internationally for several years and won a live tour of hit TV series ‘American Gladiators.’ However, years later, fate, family and a coincidence have switched her focus toward the acclaimed water sport. Yancey says district officials long urged her to enter the high school coaching ranks.
Water polo eventually won out when several of Yancey’s youth-water-polo-playing neighbors began persuading the family to have Yancey’s two soccer-loving daughters play polo. Soccer and water polo had traditionally overlapped — preventing inclusion in the water sport — until Yancey’s oldest daughter reached high school, when by chance, Heritage’s junior varsity water polo coaching see Yancey page 15
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Multi-sport star Akili Calhoun, seen here in a discus competition, has announced that he will be graduating early in order to enroll at the University of California, Berkeley, where he will continue to play football.
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Liberty multi-sport star to graduate early Liberty multi-sport star Akili Calhoun has announced that he will be graduating early, in order to enroll at the University of California, Berkeley, where he will play football. The 6-foot-4, 240-pound product, was named to the all-Bay Valley Athletic League first offensive and defensive teams in 2019, as well as the all-league second offensive team in 2018. He tallied 41 tackles, seven sacks and caused one fumble in 15 games, spanned over
two stellar seasons on the varsity squad, according to Maxpreps.com. The move was hastened by the high school football season being pushed back, due to COVID-19-related concerns. The local football season ordinarily wraps up by midDecember. “I love Liberty, it has taught me a lot about not only ball, but life as well,” Calhoun said in a statement. “I love Brentwood, and I always will.”
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Yancey from page 14 position had also opened up. Then varsity girls’ water polo head coach at the time, Jeff Lapum, just happened to live near the Yancey family, which sealed her entrance into the sport. “Jeff said it would be the best fit ever,” Yancey said. “‘Your girls want to play; you and I live right next to each other. We could strategize, we could plan, we could be on the same page. I think you really should go for it.’ I took the job knowing Jeff and I could run the program well together.” The duo saw the program soar to new heights, a trend Yancey hopes to continue. Like many sports, the water polo team recently jumped into offseason work for about six weeks in county and district-approved small group camps. However, all such activities have since halted, after three district students tested positive for COVID-19, apparently contracted outside of their county health services-approved workout pods. While many Patriots are continuing non-school club water polo team activities, Yancey has resorted to group texting her players, in order to keep them apprised of developments and training individually. The players, meanwhile, are elated to have Yancey at the helm. “The whole varsity team is excited that Shannon is the new coach,” said rising senior Ella Simone. “She has always been a teacher on campus that students
really connect with. She’s been a coach and athletic trainer in the past so she is bringing a lot of new aspects to the team. The team is just excited to have a positive coach that is going to push us in a way that is going to make up stronger in the water and better people overall.” It’s unclear when district-approved outdoor sports camps will continue, but California’s high school sports governing body is hoping that the water polo season can commence near the end of the year, with official first-day of practice dates set for mid-December. “Our girls were looking good and strong, and they were happy for the season,” Yancey said.” We are going to continue with that as soon as they give us the go-ahead to get back in there. We just have to follow protocol as to when we can begin passing balls and shooting balls and all that great stuff. Hopefully, that will come in the winter months.” For now, the team’s future looks bright. The squad is slated to return seven of eight all-league members from last year’s squad, including first-team members Kayla Longoria and Simone; second-teamers Caleigh Quist and Kylie Murphy and an honorable-mention to members Elly Longoria, Makeila Yancey and Kendall McCallum. “We are just praying every day that it works out, because this is going to be a great year,” Yancey said. To view a video, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia
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The Press archives: A look back at the best in sports The Press continues its look at the archived athletic moments and feats that frame history and provide much-needed sports action during this pandemic-induced stoppage of play. 2019 Former Heritage High School and Arizona State University swimmer, Daniel Comforti competed in the 200-meter individual medley and 100- and 200-meter breaststroke events at the U.S. National Swimming Championship at Stanford University in Palo Alto 2018 Heritage High School teacher Nate Smith, a veteran high school and college coach, was named the Patriots’ new athletic director. 2017 Youth runners Chase and Cody Aldridge qualified for the USA Track and Field (USATF) Olympic Nationals in Kansas after impressive performances at the USATF Regional Track and Field Championships in Cupertino. “To qualify for the USATF nationals in this area of the country is pretty tough, because California has a lot of fast runners,” said Shanyn Aldridge, mother of the 8-, 11- and 14-year-old boys. 2016 Little League umpire Roger Buhlis, an Oakley resident, was selected to work the Little League World Series Big League Division in South Carolina. “It’s an honor,” he said. “It’s recognition of not just dedication, but also recognition of quality umpiring skills, and the positive
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The 2020 time capsule of our lives “There is an old African proverb. ‘When you pray, move your feet.’ As a nation, if we care for the Beloved Community, we must move our feet, our hands, our hearts, our resources to build, not to tear down, to reconcile and not to divide, to love and not to hate, to heal and not to kill. In the final analysis, we are DALTON one people, one family, one house – the American house, the American family.” The above passage is the last paragraph in Congressman John Lewis’s book, “Walking with the Wind.” In 2001, I escorted 100 students to Washington D.C. and the Deep South to include Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee. About 25 of the students were from Liberty High School. The goal was to meet people that were foot soldiers with Martin Luther King Jr. to establish voting rights and other equities that we take for granted. In our journey, we were privileged to meet John Lewis, the man who had become the icon of “Bloody Sunday.” On March 7, 1965, Lewis and 565 other peaceful demonstrators marched from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama. At that time, even though almost 50% of
the population in this area was made up of African-Americans, only 2% voted. Many barriers kept them from registering and voting. When they reached the end of the Edmund Pettus Bridge, they were met by State troopers who billy clubbed and beat the peaceful protesters. Lewis himself almost lost his life that night. This month, we lost a major foot soldier in the battle for voting rights and equity. Lewis lost his battle with pancreatic cancer. Not more than a couple of months after the trip, 9/11 changed our world. But our world was already changing in hometown Brentwood. A town known for its farming community, was now growing beautiful homes that for the rest of the Bay Area were considered much more reasonable in price compared to Oakland, San Francisco, Richmond and other surrounding cities. The east Contra Costa County cities were becoming more diversified. But this diversity was not an easy growth. I reached out to a man named Reverend Samuel Billy Kyles. He was the reason that Martin Luther King Jr. was in Tennessee that fateful day to support the working poor. When I reached out to Reverend Billy for advice on why this change was so difficult, he said, “Christina, this is not a race issue. This is a class issue. People are moving to a small town that have developed survival skills of large cities. The behaviors that work in a large city, don’t necessarily work in a small town.” With the support of all the school dis-
Gas from page 3 20 fueling stations, with its convenience store and gas station operating 24 hours and its drive-thru car wash available from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. All residents within 300 feet of the proposed project were notified of its possible arrival, with none expressing formal objection. “I think if there was concern from the neighbors on the south side of Lone Tree — they were all notified of this meeting, of this application — they would have either sent us emails or participated in this meeting,” Councilmember Karen Rarey said. City staff further noted that there is no evidence to suggest the project’s approval would cause urban decay and struck down the notion that it’s the city’s responsibility to shield current businesses, like the Brentwood Auto Spa, from competition when reviewing land-use applications. Additionally, it appears that the established auto spa and future gas station and car wash would offer different services, according to a city staff report. “The proposed use is exclusively drive-thru, with price options that would typically range between $10 and $14,” Hill wrote. “According to its website, Brentwood Auto Spa, in addition to washing and polishing, also provides services not available at a drive-thru, including detailing, carpet shampooing, tar removal, odor removal, leather conditioning and water spot removal. As a result of these additional services and features, the range of car wash prices at Brentwood Auto Spa is between $28 to $43.” Several councilmembers appeared to base their decision on the fact that the proposed project conforms to the city’s general plan and meets California Environmental Quality Act guidelines.
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proverb. ‘When you pray, move your feet.’ As a nation, if we care for the Beloved Community, we must move our feet, our hands, our hearts, our resources to build, not to tear down, to reconcile and not to divide, to love and not to hate, to heal and not to kill. In the final analysis, we are one people, one family, one house – the American house, the American family.
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Congressman John Lewis tricts, the cities of Oakley and Brentwood, the Brentwood Rotary, and The Press Newspaper, we were able to fly Reverend Billy to our small towns to educate and train all of us as we worked through the growth pains of East Contra Costa County. Diversity groups were established, and conversation happened. I reflect on this trip, not only for the passing of a man who knew how to “move
“We have put (the proposed business) through the whole process to see if this is something that can actually happen within that community, and it has done everything it needs to do,” Councilmember Johnny Rodriguez said. But Brentwood Auto Spa attorney Becky Diel noted the new business’s arrival could have negative effects. She stated Brentwood Auto Spa saw a 10 to 15% decrease in volume when the nearby Arco station opened up a full car wash, and projected that the auto spa’s business could dip by an additional 20 to 30% — rendering the business unprofitable in its current form, forcing a partial or full closure. She also warned the council that California has mandated a fuel consumption reduction by 2030, meaning the public’s gas needs will be reduced and stations will close. “Each of these gas stations represents a brownfield, which is a term applied to property where its expansion, redevelopment or reuse may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance,” Diel said. “A shuttered gas station presents a potential toxic wasteland.” Opposing attorney Bryan Wenter said Rotten Robbie officials are excited to come to Brentwood. He claimed that Brentwood Auto Spa’s concerns were centered entirely on economic competition. “It’s a great project,” he told the council. “It’s coming, and you have a committed business owner in a scary economic environment that remains committed to doing a project in a great community like Brentwood.” The proposed business has not publicly disclosed an opening date. For more information on the project, see packet page 139 at https://bit. ly/2X46Zwc.
all our feet” but for the importance of conversation to create positive change. 2020 is halfway through. Our local towns again are working hard to support each other, whether it is through the recognition of diversity or the struggles of small business, but also the need for active listening and powerful conversation. What camera shots of pictures, memorabilia, memories and positive actions would you put into a time capsule for our grandchildren and our great-grandchildren to discover in 50 years? Of course, a face mask would be included, maybe cutouts of fans that should’ve been at baseball games, along with snapshots of zoom calls. You might even throw in a roll of toilet paper, such a luxurious commodity in 2020. With a little over five months to go, who do you want to be to change 2020 for the better? Snap that image, and put it in your time capsule. Make this year a year of positive change as Congressman John Lewis did in 1965. Move your feet. Christina Dalton, ACC, is a certified Life Coach who has recently retired as the Lead Counselor at Heritage High School. Previously, she has served as the math department chair at Liberty High School and was a member of the lead team to open Deer Valley High. Prior to her educational career, she was a marriage and family counselor. She brings these opportunities into empowering her clients through life coaching. She is the owner of Expanding Your Horizons - (Coaching for Life). She may be reached at: EYHLifeCoach.com.
Cancer from page 4 at the end stages of their life, so it’s a very isolating way to spend the last three months you have.” In reaching out to friends who are staunchly opposed to wearing masks, she learned some of the opposition stems from the confusion around the messaging. “The government is telling you to wear whatever you have, and that it’s better than nothing, but for someone who’s critical of the mask orders, it comes across as confusing,” she said. “It would be better to make really clear standards.” But one of the most difficult aspects of COVID-19 for the cancer patient, she said, is going it alone to treatments. Her husband drives her to Southern California, but he isn’t allowed in the cancer center. She described the moment she received difficult news regarding her treatment plan. She sat alone crying. “My doctor said, ‘I want to hug you and I can’t, and I’m so sorry,’” Buscho recalled. “So I’m just going to cry, and you’re going to cry, and we’ll just cry together. Meanwhile, my husband is on video chat, and he’s just watching helplessly through the whole horrible interaction.” Between the feeling of complete isolation and watching her friends die, Buscho urges the people who are opposed to wearing masks to reconsider their stance. “For me masking is so important because if our community were to completely commit to masking, then it would mean we could reduce the transmission rate … and it would mean I could leave my home,” Buscho continued. “I’m part of an invisible population that you won’t see protesting and you won’t see crying in the streets because we can’t … We are all in our homes until the community gets behind us and decides to start wearing masks.” To contribute, visit https://bit.ly/thepressnet_BuschoRV. If you or someone you know can connect the Buscho family to an RV dealer who can offer the vehicle at cost or near cost, please email abrown@brentwoodpress.com. To view a video, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia
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Beating the boredom with a little fun Average life “ Grandpa has a fantastic expectancy sense of humor, and I try For the last four months and someodd days, Grandpa and I have stayed inside about 98% of the time, going out for only the essentials. While we have totally enjoyed each other’s company for the last 39 years, our relationship, like so many others, has Senior been tested a time or orner two being together about 24/7. The answer for us has been scheduling and sharing a fun project here and there. While I am a night owl, he prefers to get up with the Marla roosters, or in our Luckhardt case the geese, after hitting the sheets around nine o’clock every night. Many times, he will come and get me off the couch around 1 a.m. and guide me, half asleep, to the bedroom. The beauty of this is that we each get some alone time to do some writing, in my case, while he catches up on his how-to videos and puttering in “his” garage. I like to read a little, and he prefers some shows that I have no interest in but from mid-morning until after dinner, we enjoy a movie together or other everyday things that we would normally do — only now it’s restricted to us being in the house or the backyard. Grandpa has a fantastic sense of humor, and I try to keep up with him. At the very beginning of our shelter-in-place together, we started making funny and truly ridiculous videos. Through the years we have accumulated numerous masks and animal heads for the amusement of the grandkids. We ask Alexa to play songs like the theme from “The Godfather” while Grandpa puts a stick horse in the bed or dons a dinosaur head while we request the “Jurassic Park” music.
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Entertaining ourselves and sharing the videos with friends and family became almost a challenge to see what we could think of next and how absurd we could make it while keeping them family-rated. One morning I woke up and put an old crinoline on my head and sobbed that my wedding had been indefinitely postponed, which I dedicated to my two beautiful friends who are in that situation. The silliness continued, and I decided to post them all on my Facebook page so that maybe we could make others smile and take away some of the anxiety instigated by everyday news. The Queen of England and a Russian war bride in her fur hat and bathrobe managed to find themselves in my bedroom where they were delighted to make an appearance for the camera. As my mind went on a journey back to the ’60s and ’70s, I ordered an inexpensive long black wig, and with my old hippie glasses and beads, performed an extremely awful lip sync impression of the fabulous Cher. In between laughing and restarting, we finally got one almost-decent take, and the rest fell into place. While I can hardly remember the day before yesterday because the time is melting together lately, I can usually recall the words to a lot of the songs from that era. Like a woman on a mission, I dug through
both of the closets looking for wigs, hats, glasses, dresses and vests. I found several peace sign necklaces and earrings as well as those wonderful colored granny glasses that made such a splash in my old hippie days. Things I hadn’t looked at in years brought back memories and with a little help from Amazon, we were able to throw together costumes resembling the best of the early icons that delighted us back then. From Janis Joplin to Jimi Hendrix, Willie Nelson, Bob Marley and one solo Beach Boy surfing on my ironing board, I was determined to make somebody laugh, even if it was just Grandpa. The “celebrity guests” kept coming, and pretty soon I was getting requests from people for their favorite artists. Trying not to disappoint anyone, I added some to my growing list realizing I’d better start learning the words to all of these songs so I could lip sync them. If I blasted Purple Haze one more time, I think the neighbors were about to call the crazy town police on me! But I forged on and have single-handedly ruined the once amazing careers of many icons. And yet, there are more coming almost daily. The days are long and can be very boring, but we have decided to fill the time with constant phone calls, texts and Zoom chat with loved ones. We make these videos with humor and love for anyone who wishes to take a break from the constant bad news on television and enjoy some good old laughter. We still watch the news to keep up with what is happening on an ever-changing basis but sharing these nostalgic and somewhat hilarious songs makes it a little easier to keep going. Stay safe and well and keep your sense of humor. It helps. Marla Luckhardt is a Brentwood resident who works with several local senior care and advocacy groups. Reach her at marla2054@aol.com.
Living a long, healthy life has been made possible thanks in part to modern medicine. But the factors behind longevity are more complex than just access to quality health care. Genetics, lifestyle and even where a person lives can all impact the length of a person’s life. The World Economic Forum’s Global Competitiveness Survey studied the health of populations around the world and specifically the average life expectancy. Overall, the following countries ranked high in average life expectancy. • Monaco: The second smallest country in the world boasts quite a high life expectancy, with people living an average of 89.7 years. Nearby France has the lowest obesity rates in the world, possibly helping people to live long, healthy lives. • Hong Kong: This country off the coast of China has a high longevity rate with people living an average of 84 years. Steamed food, engaging in Tai Chi and drinking tea may contribute to long life. • Japan: In this Asian nation, people live 83.6 years on average. Again, a healthy diet rich in seafood and active lifestyles may be the secret. • Spain: The Spanish dine on the famed Mediterranean diet, which is rich in fresh vegetables, fish and healthy fats. Spaniards live on average 83.1 years. • Switzerland and Italy: Low poverty levels make a good diet more readily available to much of the Swiss and Italian populations. Diverse topography that can push physical exertion also may help those in Switzerland and Italy live to 82.8 and 82.7 years, respectively. The U.S. Central Intelligence Agency also tracks life expectancy rates for nations around the world. The U.S. does not crack the top 20. The CIA puts America at number 50 on its list, with people living an average of 78.4 years. The World Bank shows that Canadians fare better than Americans, with an average life span of 82.1 years. – Courtesy Metro Creative
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BRENTWOOD July 12, 12:56 a.m. An accident with minor injuries was reported near the intersection of Pine Street and Brentwood Boulevard. July 12, 6:56 a.m. A man called to report finding a knife under his vehicle on Berkshire Lane. He said he was concerned it had been used for something. July 12, 11:21 a.m. A bag with mail and a dog jacket was found on the walking path near Lone Tree Way and O’Hara Avenue. July 12, 12:22 p.m. A person reported finding property in the bushes on Grant Street. July 12, 12:27 p.m. A man called to report his brown Toyota Prius was stolen from his driveway on Altessa Drive. He said he thought he may have left the keys in it. July 12, 12:58 p.m. A woman called to report seeing a black and gray Nissan 300z in the landscaping near Elkins Way and Sunset Road. She said it looked like it had been in an accident. July 12, 4:47 p.m. A person called to report yelling on Brentwood Boulevard. July 12, 5:05 p.m. A person called to report finding two wallets on Second Street. July 12, 6:02 p.m. Authorities received a report that a man and woman were fighting on Second Street. The man appeared to be in his mid-40s, and the woman was wearing an orange tank top and blue jeans. The reporting person said the man pushed the woman and the pair appeared to be drinking. An arrest was made. July 12, 6:04 p.m. Authorities received a report of lumber theft on Old Vine Place. The reporting person said they saw two subjects steal lumber with a newer, white Chevy Silverado extended cab truck with a flat trailer. The reporting person said they had pictures of the incident and though $1,000 worth of lumber had been taken. July 12, 7:09 p.m. A strong-arm robbery was reported near Heather Place and Griffith Lane. July 12, 7:27 p.m. A person reported their 2003 dark green Ford had been stolen from their driveway on Handel Way. July 12, 11:09 p.m. A person called from Oak Street to report hearing a man and woman in an argument. July 13, 3:14 a.m. A person called to report a suspicious subject on Brandon Miles Way. The reporting person said the subject was trying to open car doors, opened the neighbor’s ve-
hicle trunk, and took items out. July 13, 5:59 a.m. A vehicle burglary was reported on Larkspur Lane. July 13, 3:22 p.m. A woman called to report she had been hit by a car in the Target parking lot while riding her bike home from work. She said she was uninjured, and the driver had stopped to ensure she was alright. July 13, 10:39 p.m. A restraining order violation was reported on Brentwood Boulevard. July 14, 6:06 a.m. A fire was reported near Rockwell Street and Hudson Drive. July 14, 6:24 a.m. A person called to report a storage unit for a new building on Bidwell Street had been broken into. He said the door was open and a vehicle was present. He had not yet gone into the building. July 14, 8:24 a.m. A person called to report their blue Honda Civic was stolen the previous night from Oak Street. July 14, 9:38 a.m. A person called to report two mini donuts were taken from Lone Tree Way. The reporting person said they had video of the incident and wanted to prosecute. July 14, 9:53 a.m. A person called to report his vehicle was broken into the previous night on California Trail. The reporting person said $2,500, keys to a storage unit and a credit card were taken. He said his credit card company called him to say the card was being used at Home Depot by a female, approximately 40 years old. July 14, 11:32 a.m. A person called to report a maintenance area on Sand Creek Road was broken into and a golf cart taken. He said the video surveillance was too grainy to be helpful. July 14, 11:39 a.m. Identity theft was reported on Giotto Drive. July 14, 11:43 a.m. A verbal dispute was reported on Shady Willow Lane. July 14, 11:57 a.m. A person called to report someone had stolen her ID on Brentwood Boulevard.
OAKLEY July 12, 12:29 a.m. A loud noise was reported on Daniel and Nutmeg Drives. July 12, 12:56 a.m. A vehicle was towed from Laurel Road. July 12, 1:53 a.m. A false alarm was reported on the 1300 block of Main Street. July 12, 8:26 a.m. Violation of a restraining order was reported on the 1500 block of Yosemite Circle. July 12, 11:05 a.m. A moving violation was reported near Cypress Road and O’Hara Avenue. July 12, 11:12 a.m. A service to a citizen was performed on the 1900
block of West Cypress Road. July 12, 11:34 a.m. A vehicle was towed on the 900 block of Chianti Way. July 12, 12:40 p.m. Lost property was reported at Subway. July 12, 1:10 p.m. Violation of a custody order was reported on the 1100 block of Qual Valley Run. July 12, 1:29 p.m. A welfare check was performed at O’Hara Park Middle School. July 12, 1:48 p.m. Fraud and false pretenses were reported on the 600 block of Heathrow Drive. July 12, 2:15 p.m. A verbal dispute was reported on the 4700 block of Burgundy Drive. July 12, 2:57 p.m. Suspicious circumstances were reported near Cypress Road and Sellers Avenue. July 12, 3:02 p.m. An auto burglary was reported on the 5300 block of Sunrise Meadows Lane. July 12, 3:25 p.m. Battery was reported on the 1300 block of Tuolumne Way. July 12, 5:33 p.m. A parking violation was reported on the 4600 block of Bayside Way. July 12, 5:42 p.m. A moving violation was reported near O’Hara Avenue and West Cypress Road. July 12, 7:44 p.m. A noncriminal death was reported on the 400 block of Star Street. July 12, 8:52 p.m. Violation of a custody order was reported on the 5200 block of Ironwood Lane. July 12, 9:06 p.m. A disturbance of the peace was reported on the 40 block of Roger Lane. July 12, 9:50 p.m. Reckless driving was reported on the 4800 block of Snowy Egret Way. July 12, 11:30 p.m. Vehicle theft was reported on Empire Avenue. July 13, 12:00 a.m. Authorities received a report a subject was tampering with vehicles on the 700 block of Bridgehead Road. July 13, 12:32 a.m. Grand theft was reported on the 5700 block of Bridgehead Road. July 13, 5:08 a.m. A service to a citizen was performed at Laurel Ball Fields. July 13, 6:57 a.m. A suspicious person was stopped on the 4500 block of Main Street. July 13, 7:44 a.m. A false alarm was reported on the 300 block of Bedford Lane. July 13, 7:55 a.m. A security check was performed at Raley’s. July 13, 9:00 a.m. A service to a citizen was performed on the 50 block of Carol Lane. July 13, 9:20 a.m. A neighbor dispute was reported on the 100 block of Loren Lane.
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We all should be wearing masks Contra Costa County passed a sobering milestone last week with its 100th death from the coronavirus and 7,000 confirmed cases. As the county and state continue to go back and forth in its kick-thecan approach to closing and ditorial reopening local economies and schools, there remain myriad things we don’t know about this once-in-a-hundred-years pandemic. But there is plenty we do know. Social distancing, hand washing and wearing masks reduces the spread of the virus. Initially, it was the opinion of health care professionals that masks did little to quell the disease. Now, as with all things COVID-related, the mantra has changed, and medical experts believe masks are helpful and that everyone should wear one in public. We’ve even come to see our once-skeptical president
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make several appearances donning a mask. Yet even with health officials and the president encouraging the practice, we are still seeing a mixed response when it comes to masking up. What’s the big deal? Why are some individuals turning this into a referendum on the Constitution because the public is being advised — ok, more and more it’s being required — to wear face masks in public? Where is the harm unless you have a pre-existing condition that makes breathing difficult with a mask on, in which case common sense should prevail. Why is this such a difficult behavior to embrace? The naysayers will argue that it’s the camel’s nose under the tent, a slippery slope, the beginning of the end of our freedoms, the repealing of gun laws and a violation of what the founding fathers intended. But what about the public’s safety? The government has “required” things of
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Editor: I wonder what my children will remember about the summer of COVID 2020. Will they remember the stressedout mom and family members? Will they remember how much they fought with one another? The fighting, screaming, hitting? Will they remember the summer they forgot to share and the one where they seemed to forget their manners during dinner? COVID days seem long and mundane. Nowhere to go, but home. Parks closed, pools closed, baseball canceled. All the things that make summer — well, summer — are closed. If they don’t remember much, I hope they remember this summer of family. The summer where we were all together. Playing in the kiddie pools, staying up late
playing card games, going on bike rides around town or even daily trips to get ice cream. I hope they remember the laughter from days gone wrong so you just have to laugh about it. I hope they remember that we were all together, all the time. As much as I’m a full-time working mother, as much as my daily cups of coffee aren’t enough, or the grays in my hair are multiplying by the second, I hope I can enjoy the rest of the summer days to know that I won’t get these days back. Even though places are closed, that doesn’t mean summer is closed. Here’s to all the moms and families out there making COVID summer 2020 the best it can be for their kids. Jessica Griswold Brentwood
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the public on countless occasions. When seat belt laws came into being there was a hue and cry about rights. Turns out the law has saved millions of lives over the decades. When was the last time you heard about someone arguing that edict? To those who say it is their right to not wear a mask, I would respond that they are correct. But what are you saying by not wearing a mask? The simple act of protest only promotes a sense of individualism and selfishness at a time when community togetherness is more important than ever. People are being asked to wear masks in the hopes of keeping the virus at bay. No one is talking about taking away guns and freedom of speech or the right to assemble. Do we know that masks alone will end COVID? No, but we do know that it will help, and with 151,000-plus deaths nationwide, shouldn’t we be doing all we can? Or in the case of masks, the bare minimum? Everyone agrees that getting the
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economy back on track is the goal, so let’s root for the economy and put on our masks. A productive economy means healthy workers, and if a mask is one step toward ensuring the health of our workers and the public at large … why wouldn’t we? I’ll admit I am not the most stringent of mask wearers. I don’t wear one at home, I only mask up at work when there are other people in my immediate proximity, and I’ll be the first to say if I’m out for a walk alone, I often forget my face covering. But when I’m in a public place, I mask up. And I don’t feel that my rights are being impinged upon or that this action is the first step toward a tyrannical uprising or a Fascist government. What it is, is an act of kindness and respect. And if being a considerate human being is the most heinous label the naysayers can pin on me, I’m all in – and you should be too. Ruth Roberts Managing Editor
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Editor: For years teachers have asked for smaller numbers of students. Now they have cut the classes in half, five or six hours a day. Half days on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Second half days on Thursday and Friday. It’s time for the teachers to shut up and put up. This is not going to last forever, but if may work for the current term! Dick Derossett Brentwood
Teaching our children
Editor: We need education reform that teaches kids many fundamental things, such as how to learn (we’re taught what to learn, but not how to learn or how to master something). Children should learn financial literacy: building and the importance of credit, credit cards, mortgages, car payments, loans, use of financial aid, how not to go into debt after high schools, and local government pertaining to their city, so they can unlock their true potential rather than wasting their time not finding their place in an everchanging world. Here is a list of books that should be taught in our schools: 1. “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill 2. “The Power of Positive Thinking” by Norman Peale 3. “Mastery” by Robert Greene 4. “Limitless” by Jim Kwik 5. “Neuropsychology of Self Discipline” (Sybervision) Brandon Lawson Antioch
Celebrating Eid ul Adha
Editor: This Friday, I’ll join almost two billion Muslims across the globe in celebrating the largest Islamic holiday: Eid ul Adha, the festival of sacrifice. We commemorate the unrivaled sacrifice of Prophet Abraham and that of his family, revered as paradigms and ancestors shared among three major religions; Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Abraham had received a divine dream to slaughter his promised son and was ever ready to do it, but the most amazing thing is that his son Ishmael and wife Hagar also obeyed the commandment of God. Although God stopped Abraham from carrying out the dream literally, they had already fulfilled the dream. There, they built the first House of God on Earth known as the Kaaba in Mecca. As an Ahmadi Muslim, I’m reminded to willingly sacrifice from that which I love for the benefit of the less fortunate. This is why we sacrifice an animal — to donate it to the poor as was revealed. “Their flesh reaches not Allah, nor does their blood, but it is your righteousness that reaches Him” (22:38). While our Mosques remain closed for congregational worship, we still utilize them for essential services like food and blood drives. May Allah accept our sacrifices. Imam Khalid Khan Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, Bay Area
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progress to protect lives and reopen more local businesses and activities, we need a tool to send a fair message that everyone has to adhere to health orders to prevent the spread of the virus.” For the last four weeks, Contra Costa County has added an average of more than 1,000 new COVID-19 cases per week — an indication that the county has yet to get a handle on the spread of the disease. A press release issued by the board said the ordinance serves as an alternative to criminal enforcement of public health orders. It will augment the ability of the county and other local agencies to ensure compliance with public health orders intended to limit the spread of COVID-19. A health order violation involving noncommercial activities carries a $100 fine for the first violation. The fine for a second violation is $200, and each subsequent violation will cost the violator $500. For violations involving commercial activity, an initial violation will result in a $250 fine. A second fine brings a $500 fine, and the fee increases to $1,000 for each additional violation within one year of the initial violation. If a violation continues for more than one day, each day is a separate violation. An enforcement officer can issue a notice of violation before assessing a fine. It gives a person or business up to two days to correct a violation. Under the ordinance, an enforcement officer can skip the notice of violation and immediately assess a fine if the officer believes the notice of violation is unnecessary or unlikely to be ineffective. “At this point we are continuing to educate,” Chief of Police Tom Hansen of the
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Brentwood Police Department said. “In the event we change to an enforcement approach we will get that information out to our community.” Interim Police Chief Paul Beard with the Oakley Police Department (OPD) said his agency is taking a similar approach. According to Beard, citations won’t be issued unless the violations are blatant. OPD officers will instead make sure that violators are aware of the requirements of the county’s health order. The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors passed this new ordinance on the same day that the county hit a new high of 105 hospitalized COVID-19 patients. On May 28 there were 11 patients in county hospitals suffering from a COVID-19 infection meaning that hospitalized patients have increased nearly 10 times – 1000% – in two months. The county also reported a new high in the weekly number of COVID-19 cases. For the week ending July 25, the county added 1,356 cases – a 44% increase over the prior week during which 943 cases were added. There were six pandemic-related deaths for the week ending July 25, the lowest number of deaths in a week since the middle of June. The first death related to COVID-19 was reported March 22. Since that time, there has only been one week with no reported deaths. That occurred at the end of May. The highest number of deaths occurring in a week was 18 during the week ending June 20. With four fatalities reported July 27, the total number of deaths to date is 108. According to county data, patients of long-term care facilities are bearing the brunt of the pandemic in terms of hospitalizations and deaths. While they represent only 7% of
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“We are talking about our budget, and I’m not sure if we will officially vote to close it, but we are exploring the idea,” District 3 Supervisor Diane Burgis said. “We are exploring all of our options as far as budgets go and for the probation department, that is one item they want to put forward.” Burgis, as the area’s county supervisor, has toured both the OAYRF and juvenile hall in Martinez, where the ranch’s programming would move were the facility to close. A wing of juvenile hall in Martinez is a far cry from the open country feel of the ranch, according to some. “The boys love the setting there, the grounds,” Fernandez said, adding they contribute to the facility’s upkeep. “There’s all this nature there they will lose. They all grew up in concrete jungles, and this is their first experi-
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granted a further discretionary three-year extension to 2020. The council’s latest extension, to mid-2023, will make up the final three years of maximum discretionary extensions allowed under the state’s Subdivision Map Act. Oakley City Councilmember Michael Krieg expressed concern that West Coast Home Builders declined to enter a community facilities district (CFD) that would levy an estimated annual $300 per homeowner toward certain fire protection costs, including fire station, equipment and vehicle operation and maintenance, although that decision couldn’t legally be used to deny the extension. In recent years, the city has implement-
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indergarten teachers Liza Blanch, Jessica Dabelich, Melissa Nowacki, Marise Venezia and Amanda Quinn pose for a photo as they distribute school supplies to parents and students during a Photo by Tony Kukulich drive-thru event at Ron Nunn Elementary School in Brentwood Tuesday, July 28. The first day of school for students of the Brentwood Union School District was July 29 with all classes conducted via distance learning in accordance with state guidelines. To view more photos of the event, visit www.thepress.net/ multimedia/slideshows
the total number of infections, they account for 71% of hospitalizations and 69% of deaths as of July 27. The county is currently managing COVID-19 outbreaks in 19 long-term care facilities. An additional 11 outbreaks have been resolved. Locally, Antioch has reported 897 cases; Brentwood, 294; Oakley, 225; Discovery Bay, 68 and Bethel Island, 5. Over the last 14 days, Brentwood and Discovery Bay have seen their caseloads grow by 37% and 38%, respectively. Antioch’s cases over the same period have grown by 33%, and Oakley’s cases have increased by 31%. Amid the backdrop of surging COVID-19 cases statewide, California Senator Steve Glazer (D-Contra Costa) is calling on Gov. Gavin Newsom to roll back
ence of something else. I just don’t see how we can re-create that feeling inside of a locked facility.” Viator of Walnut Creek is part of the Rossmoor Senior Tutors and has volunteered at the boys ranch for 15 years. His role is that of a mentor, engaging with the ranch’s residents and offering them a glimpse of a life not riddled with crime. He said despite a lack of statistics, he believes the ranch works. “The boys’ ranch gives the boys freedom,” Viator said. “Essentially, there’s no barbed wire so they have the choice to run away or stay there and redeem themselves ... otherwise they know they are going to end up in a life of crime with repeated stints in prison, as their fathers, uncles, older cousins have done. They are desperate to succeed.” Viator said the freedom to move around and the one-
ed a new mandate that requires newly entitled projects to be in the fire CFD. Since this project was entitled prior to that mandate, however, it is excluded from that requirement. Strelo noted that West Coast Home Builders representatives indicated they didn’t enter the CFD because they didn’t want to saddle the homeowners with the cost. “The explanation did not get into much more than that,” Strelo said. City Attorney Derek Cole confirmed that the council can’t use the applicant’s decision to not enter the CFD as a reason for denying the extension. “That is just the way the map act is written,” he said. “Until the law is changed,
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reopenings that have occurred over the last weeks and reinstitute a shelter-in-place order. “With this crisis on the verge of spiraling out of control, the only question we should be asking is, ‘What will it take to lower infection rates?’” Glazer said. “At this point, we have no choice but to take tough measures, while we simultaneously act to help those in need. Our lives and our livelihood depend on us to move forward as Californians unified against this deadly virus.” The Press will be taking a more in-depth look at Glazer’s proposal in the coming days. For more information on the county’s new ordinance, visit https://bit.ly/thepress_ ordinance. For more information on Contra Costa County’s COVID-19 response, visit www.cchealth.org.
on-one sessions with counselors, psychologists and tutors like himself teach the ranch’s residents how to get on a path to make something of themselves. “When kids leave, they know what they need to do to turn their lives around and they have a different attitude as they are leaving,” he said. Burgis said her goal is to absorb the data and ensure she is making the correct decision for the boys affected by the programming. “I’m looking forward to the discussion, and my goal will be what can we do that will be the best for those kids we are serving,” she said. To contact the Board of Supervisors about this issue, email them at clerkoftheboard@cccounty.us or write them at 11780 San Pablo Ave., Suite D, El Cerrito, California 94530.
the applicant has a right to an extension. The only discretion is really over time. The discretion has to be focused on purely temporal concerns … At this stage there is no evidence of anything in the record that indicates that there are temporal — purely temporal — concerns with what is being proposed.” Joe Young, an East Contra Costa Fire Protection District Board member, indicated that the district is in the process of trying to correct the CFD funding issue, noting that Brentwood, Oakley and Contra Costa County are now all in line with requiring CFDs for new projects not yet approved. Furthermore, the fire district is in the process of developing a district-wide CFD for new projects that could be implemented in
the next year. “Those projects already entitled without a CFD are essentially the same as the many, many homes built over the past 20 years that do not have a CFD associated with them and thus do not contribute adequately to the funding needs of the district for current service,” Young said. “This unfortunate situation is a failing of many agencies over the years to address the funding problems identified at district formation.” Krieg said with this particular decision, the city’s hands were essentially tied. “We are bound by the law, so reluctantly I see that we have to approve this,” he said. For more information about the extension, visit https://bit.ly/3hNh9cr.
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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Terence Alan Pagaduan SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Terence Alan Pagaduan CASE NUMBER: N20-1011 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Terence Alan Pagaduan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Terence Alan Pagaduan to Proposed Name: Trent Keali’iokawai’a’ole Pagan. 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: 09/24/2020 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press b. Must appear at the hearing with photo identification. Date: 07/17/2020 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 83643 Publish Dates: July 31, August 7, 14, 21, 2020.
Martin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 30, 2020 by Deputy S. Smith Expires June 30, 2025 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 83427 Publish dates: July 17, 24, 31, August 7, 2020.
on: July 17, 2020 by Deputy P. Cornelius Expires 7/17/2025 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 83626 Publish dates: July 31, August 7, 14, 21, 2020.
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Aspire Financial & Insurance Services at 4075 Regatta Drive, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on 8/29/2019 under File No. F-0005409 (*1) 1. Jessica A. Mirizzi 2. Andrew P. Mirizzi 4075 Regatta Drive, Discovery Bay, CA 94505 (**) This business was conducted by: Husband and Wife (a married couple). Signature: Jessica Mirizzi. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 16, 2020 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 83315 Publish dates: July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003080 The name of the business: Redline Sportfishing Located at: 5096 Sandmound Blvd. In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Paul Armen Martin. 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: Paul Armen
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003481 The name of the business: Granna’s Daycare Located at: 726 Solitude Dr In: Oakley, CA, 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Chan D Theus. 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: Chan D Theus. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 22, 2020 by Deputy J Celestial Expires 7/22/2025 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 83635 Publish dates: July 31, August 7, 14, 21, 2020.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003094 The name of the business: NorCal Future Living Located at: 5350 Lakespring Drive In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Timothy A. Lear 2. Joseph E. Wilkes. This business is conducted by: Co-Partners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Timothy Lear / Joseph Wilkes. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 1, 2020 by Deputy S. Smith Expires 7/1/2025 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 83475 Publish dates: July NOTICE OF LIEN SALE 17, 24, 31, August 7, 2020. Live Oak Storage,1315 Main Street Oakley, CA 94561, has possessory lien on all FICTITIOUS BUSINESS of the goods stored in the prospective NAME STATEMENT units below. #137 Domingo Suarez, File No. F-0003177 The name of the busi- #364 Edwin Barrera, #388 Brandon ness: Yogurt Island Paradise Located Daws, #403 Curtis Day, #824 Conat: 3100 Main St. # 282 In: Oakley, CA nie Recio, #849 Kenneth Tielsch, 94561 is hereby registered by the fol- #927 Monday Udoh, #946 Willie lowing owner(s): Carla Michelle Ryan. Barnes, #968 Dennis Wilson, #1028 This business is conducted by: An In- Thomas Candler, #9010 Will Huber dividual. The registrant commenced to and #J Linda Golden. The goods are transact business under the fictitious described as furniture, tools and miscelbusiness name or names listed above laneous personal property items being on N/A. Signature of registrant: Carla sold pursuant to the assertion of the lien Michelle Ryan. This statement was filed on August 6th at 10:15 a.m. In order with the County Clerk of Contra Costa to collect the amounts due from you. County on: July 6, 2020 by Deputy S. The sale will take place at 1315 Main Smith Expires 7/6/2025 Oakley Press Street, Oakley, CA 94561 County of No. 03-0477 83555 Publish dates: July Contra Costa state of California. This lien 24, 31, August 7, 14, 2020. sale is pursuant to Chapter 10 Section 21700-21716 of the California Self SerFICTITIOUS BUSINESS vice Storage Facility Act. Auction is to be NAME STATEMENT held by Jason Whitt ms#199016. Owner File No. F-0003231 The name of the reserves the right to bid at the sale. Purbusiness: chase must be in cash only paid at the 1. Me and Tee’s 2. All D.E.M. time of the sale. Sale is subject to prior Located at: 318 Brookview Dr. In: Oakley, cancellation, in the event of settlement CA 94561, is hereby registered by the between owner and obligated party. following owner: D.E.M. Works LLC. This Oakley Press No. 03-0477 83586 Publish business is conducted by: A Limited Li- Dates: July 24, 31, 2020. ability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERbusiness name or names listed above SONAL PROPERTY on N/A. Signature of registrant: Demario Notice is hereby given that pursuant Lee Charles Mallory, CEO. This statement to Section 21700 of the Business and was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Professions Code, State of California, Costa County on: July 9, 2020 by Deputy the undersigned will sell at public sale J. Celestial Expires 7/9/2025 Oakley by competitive bidding on Wednesday Press No. 03-0477 83558 Publish dates: August 12th 2020 at 9:30 A.M. at July 24, 31, August 7, 14, 2020. Oakley Self Storage, 4700 Main Street, Oakley CA 94561. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS County of Contra Costa, State of CaliforNAME STATEMENT nia, the goods, chattel or other personal File No. F-0003414 The name of the property including but not limited to business: Vintage Realty and Loans furniture, clothing, tools and/or other Located at: 7059 Geranium Drive In: household items. Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered Stored by the following person(s): by the following owner(s): Liafisi Olajide John RUDD Kaka. This business is conducted by: An Rich Ury (2) Individual. The registrant commenced Debora SCHOFIELD to transact business under the fictitious Victor Thibeault business name or names listed above on Steve Aldama (2) N/A. Signature of registrant: Liafisi Ola- Jack Ward jide Kaka. This statement was filed with Yoally Martinez the County Clerk of Contra Costa County Britteny KOSTER
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Rosemarie VILLANUEVA Virginia Hameister Hector GOMEZOCHOA Paul HOLLISON Ashley Moore All purchased goods are sold as is and must be paid for at the time of purchase. Cash Only. Management reserves the right to set a minimum bid and/or re¬fuse any bids. This notice is subject to cancellation without notice
in the event of a settlement between owner and obligated party. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules, and regulations are available at sale. Auction to be conducted by Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc. CA Bond #7900468597 #916-604-9695. Legal EC 8976 Publication Dates: July 31st & August 7th 2020 Oakley Press No. 030477 83657 Publish Dates: July 31, August 7, 2020.
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002834 The name of the business: 1. Antioch Speedway 2. Promotions Located at: 1201 W. 10th St In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Oval Motorsports Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3/2020. Signature of registrant: Denise Chadwick, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 17, 2020 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 6/17/2025 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 83198 Publish dates: July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2020.
owner: Kaelyn Lozano. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 6/6/2020. Signature of registrant: Kaelyn Lozano. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 12, 2020 by Deputy J Graff Expires 6/12/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 83318 Publish dates: July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2020.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002963-00 The name of the business(es): Omani Beauty and Wellness Located at: 3725 Lone Tree Way, Suite A2 In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Albertine Omani 2. Omatuni Parker. This business is conducted by: Co-Partners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on June 17, 2020. Signature of registrant: Albertine Omani. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 24, 2020 by Deputy S. Smith Expires June 24, 25 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 83291 Publish dates: July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002964 The name of the business: Babe Attire Located at: 2600 Bugle Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Caroline Mendieta. 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: Caroline Mendieta. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 24, 2020 by Deputy L. Spence Expires 6/24/2025 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 83294 Publish dates: July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2020.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002940 The name of the business: BabeSquared LLC Located at: 246 White Birch Ct In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: BabeSquared LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 6/6/2020. Signature of registrant: Steven O. Jones, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 24, 2020 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 6/24/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 83598 Publish dates: July 24, 31, August 7, 14, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002952 The name of the business: Comb It Out Lice Removal Located at: 4375 Clayton Rd. Suite J In: Concord, CA 94521, is hereby registered by the following owner: Pamela Leila Fukui. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 6/22/2020. Signature of registrant: Pamela Fukui. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 24, 2020 by Deputy S Smith Expires 6/24/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 83314 Publish dates: July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002969 The name of the business: Peace N Petals Located at: 3018 Carey Lane In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Monica Marie Condon 2. Raquel Marie Condon This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Monica M. Condon. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 25, 2020 by Deputy P. Cornelius Expires 6/25/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 83293 Publish dates: July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2020.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003136 The name of the business: QRC Commercial Cleaning Located at: 4161 Rogers Canyon In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner: Infinite Endeavor LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co.. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Martin Carlin, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa FICTITIOUS BUSINESS County on: July 2, 2020 by Deputy L. Spence NAME STATEMENT Expires 7/2/2025 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 File No. F-0003027 The name of the busi83547 Publish dates: July 24, 31, August 7, ness: Evista Travel, LLC Located at: 14, 2020. 792 Centennial Place In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the followFICTITIOUS BUSINESS ing owner(s): Evista Travel, LLC. This busiNAME STATEMENT ness is conducted by: A Limited Liability File No. F-0003180 The name of the busi- Co.. The registrant commenced to transact ness: ANTIOCH SMOKE SHOP Located business under the fictitious business at: 3708 Lone Tree Way In: Antioch, CA name or names listed above on 2-14-19. 94509, is hereby registered by the follow- Signature of registrant: JoAnn Challberg, ing owner(s): Navdeep Kaur Kamboj. This President. This statement was filed with business is conducted by: An Individual. the County Clerk of Contra Costa County The registrant commenced to transact on: June 26, 2020 by Deputy P. Cornelius business under the fictitious business Expires 6/26/2025 Brentwood Press No. name or names listed above on 6-1-2020. 02-1273 83443 Publish dates: July 17, 24, Signature of registrant: Navdeep Kaur 31, August 7, 2020. Kamboj. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS July 6, 2020 by Deputy A. Barton Expires NAME STATEMENT July 6, 2025 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 File No. F-0003034 The name of the busi83474 Publish dates: July 17, 24, 31, Au- ness: Homes by Krista Located at: 2603 gust 7, 2020. Camino Ramon #200 In: San Ramon, CA 95883, is hereby registered by the followFICTITIOUS BUSINESS ing owner(s): Real Estate Results, Inc. This NAME STATEMENT business is conducted by: A Corporation. File No. F-0003258 The name of the busi- The registrant commenced to transact ness: E & R Janitorial Located at: 2201 business under the fictitious business Sycamore Drive, Apt # 210 In: Antioch, CA name or names listed above on N/A. 94509, is hereby registered by the follow- Signature of registrant: Krista Mashore, ing owner(s): CEO. This statement was filed with the 1. Enrique Ibarra 2. Rosa Ibarra. County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: This business is conducted by: Married June 26, 2020 by Deputy L Spence Expires Couple. The registrant commenced to 6/26/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 transact business under the fictitious busi- 83495 Publish dates: July 17, 24, 31, Auness name or names listed above on N/A. gust 7, 2020. Signature of registrant: Enrique Ibarra. This statement was filed with the County Clerk FICTITIOUS BUSINESS of Contra Costa County on: July 9, 2020 NAME STATEMENT by Deputy P. Cornelius Expires 7/9/2025 File No. F-0003072 The name of the busiAntioch Press No. 06-1617 83561 Publish ness: The Happy Icehole Located at: 849 dates: July 24, 31, August 7, 14, 2020. Walsh Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The Happy Icehole LLC. This business is NAME STATEMENT conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The File No. F-0002718 The name of the busi- registrant commenced to transact business: Kaelyn Cobra Located at: 23870 ness under the fictitious business name Marsh Creek Rd In: Brentwood, CA 94513, or names listed above on N/A. Signature is hereby registered by the following of registrant: Amada Menendez, CEO.
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This statement was filed with the County FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 29, NAME STATEMENT 2020 by Deputy J Graff Expires 6/29/2025 File No. F-0003268 The name of the busiBrentwood Press No. 02-1273 83327 Pub- ness: Vineyard Academy Located at: lish dates: July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2020. 3501 Byer Road In: Byron, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 1. April Bowles-Cuddihy 2. Lita Curtis. NAME STATEMENT This business is conducted by: A General File No. F-0003098 The name of the busi- Partnership. The registrant commenced ness: Gina’s Skin Studio Located at: 70 to transact business under the fictitious Doray Drive, Suite 18 In: Pleasant Hill, CA business name or names listed above on 94523, is hereby registered by the follow- N/A. Signature of registrant: April Bowlesing owner(s): Gina Mendez. This business Cuddihy. This statement was filed with the is conducted by: An Individual. The regis- County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: trant commenced to transact business un- July 10, 2020 by Deputy J Celestial Expires der the fictitious business name or names 7/10/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 listed above on 7/1/2020. Signature of 83592 Publish dates: July 31, August 7, registrant: Gina Mendez. This statement 14, 21, 2020. was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 1, 2020 by Deputy FICTITIOUS BUSINESS P. Cornelius Expires 7/1/2025 Brentwood NAME STATEMENT Press No. 02-1273 83543 Publish dates: File No. F-0003303 The name of the July 24, 31, August 7, 14, 2020. business: American CannaGreen LLC Located at: 7800 Balfour Road In: BrentFICTITIOUS BUSINESS wood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by NAME STATEMENT the following owner(s): American CanFile No. F-0003167 The name of the naGreen LLC. This business is conducted business(es): by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant 1. Welcome! Magazine commenced to transact business under 2. thepress.net the fictitious business name or names 3. East County Life listed above on N/A. Signature of regis4. Pittsburg Press trant: April Huerta, CFO. This statement 5. Welcome! Guide was filed with the County Clerk of Contra 6. The Press Coupons Costa County on: July 10, 2020 by Deputy 7. Best of Brentwood J. Celestial Expires 7/10/2025 Brentwood 8. Best of Oakley Press No. 02-1273 83632 Publish dates: 9. Best of Brentwood Magazine July 31, August 7, 14, 21, 2020. 10. Best of Oakley Magazine 11. Antioch Press FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 12. Byron Press NAME STATEMENT 13. Discovery Bay Press File No. F-0003335 The name of the 14. Knightsen Press business(es): Liberty Pool Tile Cleaning 15. Oakley Press Located at: 700 Devonshire Loop In: Brent16. East County Press wood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by 17. East County Wine Guide the following owner: Liberty Pool Tile Located at: 248 Oak Street In: Brentwood, Cleaning LLC. This business is conducted CA 94513, is hereby registered by the fol- by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant lowing owner(s): commenced to transact business under Brentwood Press & Publishing Com- the fictitious business name or names pany. This business is conducted by: A listed above on 6-11-2020. Signature of Corporation. The registrant commenced registrant: Shaun Walker, Manager. This to transact business under the fictitious statement was filed with the County Clerk business name or names listed above on of Contra Costa County on: July 14, 2020 6/1/2020. Signature of registrant: Sandra by Deputy J. Celestial Expires 7/14/2025 J. McNulty, CFO. This statement was filed Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 83603 Pubwith the County Clerk of Contra Costa lish dates: July 31, August 7, 14, 21, 2020. County on: July 6, 2020 by Deputy J. Graff Expires July 6, 2025 Brentwood Press No. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 02-1273 83460 Publish date: July 17, 24, NAME STATEMENT 31, August 7, 2020. File No. F-0003342 The name of the business: Brentwood Laundry Group FICTITIOUS BUSINESS LLC Located at: 773 Crystal Garden Ct NAME STATEMENT In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby regFile No. F-0003174 The name of the busi- istered by the following owner: Brentness: Brighter Day’s Janitorial Service wood Laundry Group LLC. This business is Located at: 1054 Mill Creek Way In: Brent- conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The wood, CA 94513, is hereby registered registrant commenced to transact busiby the following owner(s): Shannon ness under the fictitious business name Creek. This business is conducted by: An or names listed above on 12/23/2010. Individual. The registrant commenced to Signature of registrant: Robert P. Bach, transact business under the fictitious busi- President. This statement was filed with ness name or names listed above on 1-17- the County Clerk of Contra Costa County 2020. Signature of registrant: Shannon on: July 15, 2020 by Deputy J. Celestial Creek. This statement was filed with the Expires 7/15/2025 Brentwood Press No. County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 02-1273 83600 Publish dates: July 31, July 6, 2020 by Deputy J. Celestial Expires August 7, 14, 21, 2020. 7/6/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 83572 Publish dates: July 24, 31, August FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 7, 14, 2020. NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003343 The name of the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS business: Quik Bach Enterprises Inc. NAME STATEMENT Located at: 3940 A Walnut Blvd. In: BrentFile No. F-0003191 The name of the busi- wood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by ness: Homes By Lilly Located at: 1634 the following owner: Quik Bach EnterMarina Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, prises Inc. This business is conducted by: is hereby registered by the following A Corporation. The registrant commenced owner(s): Lizette Ornano. This business to transact business under the fictitious is conducted by: An Individual. The reg- business name or names listed above istrant commenced to transact business on 1/16/2015. Signature of registrant: under the fictitious business name or Robert P. Bach, President. This statement names listed above on N/A. Signature of was filed with the County Clerk of Contra registrant: Lizette Ornano. This statement Costa County on: July 15, 2020 by Deputy was filed with the County Clerk of Contra J. Celestial Expires 7/15/2025 Brentwood Costa County on: July 6, 2020 by Deputy J. Press No. 02-1273 83599 Publish dates: Graff Expires7/6/2025 Brentwood Press July 31, August 7, 14, 21, 2020. No. 02-1273 83560 Publish dates: July 24, 31, August 7, 14, 2020. NOTICE OF LIEN SALE SELF STORAGE AUCTION FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the underNAME STATEMENT signed intends to sell the liened personal File No. F-0003251 The name of the busi- property described below, pursuant to ness: Maria’s Water Truck Rental Lo- the provisions of the California Code of cated at: 917 Sawyer Way In: Brentwood, Civil Procedure and the provisions of the CA 94513, is hereby registered by the fol- California Self-Storage Facilities Act, Busilowing owner(s): ness and Professions Code Sections 21700 1. Maria’s Lynn Bracken et seq.. 2. Timothy Charles Bracken On the 12th day of August 2020, at This business is conducted by: Married 12:30 P.M., the undersigned will sell the Couple. The registrant commenced to contents of liened storage units by public transact business under the fictitious busi- sale by competitive bidding on the premness name or names listed above on 5-13- ises where said property has been stored 2020. Signature of registrant: Maria Lynn and which are located at Acorn Self Bracken. This statement was filed with the Storage LLC, at 5205 Railroad Avenue, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Pittsburg, California 94565, Tel. (925) July 9, 2020 by Deputy J. Celestial Expires 432-3200. Self-storage liened units gen7/9/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 erally include miscellaneous household 83559 Publish dates: July 24, 31, August goods, office or business equipment, fur7, 14, 2020. niture, furnishings, clothing and personal
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effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Customer Name: 1. Johnny Cummins- Hand Truck, Dishes, Appliances, Lamps 2. Quanisha McNeil- Bosch Washing Machine, Appliances 3. Mark Stamos- CDs/DVDs, Stereo, Computer Parts 4. Erie Frank Reed Jr- Lamps, Stools, Clothing, Books 5. Celeste Wright- Toys, Stools, Speakers, Vacuum, Computer 6. Frank Capaldo- Ladders, Exercise Equipment, Wood, Toolbox/Tools 7. Michelle Flowers- Dolls, Toys, Pans, Clothing, Collectibles Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sale is still scheduled. Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted. Dates Published 07/24/2020 and on 07/31/2020 Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 83587 Publish Dates: July 24, 31, 2020.
of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: George Stanley Nunn, Jr. 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: October 1, 2020 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 30. b. Address of court: 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Francis X. Mohan III, State Bar No. 164410. Tel. (209) 957-0660. 3439 Brookside Road, Ste. 208, Stockton, CA 95219 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 83642 Publish Dates: July 31, August 7, 14, 2020.\cs2
become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed with interest thereon as provided in said Note, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call telephone number for information regarding the trustee’s sale 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 125001992 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. FOR SALES INFORMATION CALL : 916-9390772 C/O C.N.A. FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION as said Trustee. 2020 CAMINO DEL RIO N. #230 SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA 92108 (619) 2976740 DATE: 7/10/2020 KIMBERLY CURRAN TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER NPP0370847 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 07/17/2020, 07/24/2020, 07/31/2020 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 83480 Publish Dates: July 17, 24, 31, 2020.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Marilyn Carol Paris, deceased CASE NUMBER P20-00723 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Marilyn Carol Paris, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Ronald S. Paris in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: Ronald S. Paris 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: October 27, 2020 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 30. b. Address of court: 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: James R. Morgan (State Bar # 077499) Law Offices of James R. Morgan 1511 Treat Blvd., Suite 600 Walnut Creek, CA 94598-1097 (925) 947-0200 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 83585 Publish Dates: July 24, 31, August 7, 2020.\cs2 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Meredith F. Nunn, deceased CASE NUMBER P20-00492 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Meredith F. Nunn, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: George Stanley Nunn, Jr. in the Superior Court of California, County
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 019-810-026 OTHER: 5941969 TS-125001992 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 3/23/2016 UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE is hereby given that C.N.A. FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC. A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, as trustee, or successor trustee, or substituted trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by Thanh D. Nguyen, Recorded on 3/31/2016 as Instrument No. 2016-0057425-00, of Official records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 3/11/2020 as Instrument No. 2020-0046854-00 of said Official Records, WILL SELL on 8/06/2020 At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 at 1:30 p.m. AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State hereinafter described. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purposed to be: 1792 Moreau Way, Brentwood, CA The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $658,230.41 (estimated). In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed until funds
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Emmanuel Acquah SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Emmanuel Acquah CASE NUMBER: N20-0878 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Emmanuel Acquah filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Emmanuel Acquah to Proposed Name: Emmanuel Kowenu Acquah. 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: 09/17/2020 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press - 248 Oak Street, Brentwood, CA 94513 b. Must appear at the hearing Date: June 18, 2020 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 83644 Publish Dates: July 31, August 7, 14, 21, 2020.
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