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First phase of wetland restoration County project in Oakley nears completion short of by Tony Kukulich Correspondent

OAKLEY A years-long effort by the Department of Water Resources (DWR) to restore about 1,200 acres of tidal marsh to a natural state accomplished a major milestone when levees surrounding the property were breached last month. With the levee breach, tides will once again allow nutrientrich water to flow in and out of newly restored wetlands. The ability of marshes to create food for the bottom of the food chain and the ability of the tides to carry those nutrients into the main river channels are expected to result in an improved ecosystem over time. A DWR press release about the Dutch Slough Tidal Restoration project stated, “Tidal habitats are those that were his-

The first phase of a project to restore about 1,200 acres of tidal marsh to a natural state in Oakley is almost complete. A map of the project is seen here. Photo courtesy of the Department of Water Resources

torically prominent in the Delta, and their restoration is considered a critical action to increase the number of native sensitive species and improve the general ecological health of the Delta.” The Delta once supported 360,000 acres of wetlands, and

only a small fraction of those remain today. According to DWR, most of those Delta wetlands fell victim to the construction of levees at the turn of the last century. Isolated from tidal flows, the production of nutrients in the marshes, and the process of

transferring those nutrients into the main river channels, came to a halt. With less food and less habitat for wildlife, the health of the Delta began to degrade. “I first came out here in see Dutch Slough page 22A

Contra Costa County prepares to offer COVID-19 vaccine for eligible children by Jake Menez Staff Writer

REGIONAL Contra Costa Health Services announced on Nov. 1 that the county is expected to receive roughly 20,000 doses of the pediatric version of Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine as part of preparations for vaccine eligibility to expand to children ages 5-11. “I know a lot of parents have been waiting a long time to be able to get their younger kids vaccinated,” Diane Burgis, chair

of the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors, said in a Contra Costa Health Services press release. “We’re almost there. If everything goes right, parents will be able to get their children fully vaccinated before the winter holidays.” The pediatric version of the COVID-19 vaccine is one third the dosage of the adult shot and will be packaged differently, according to the press release. Much like the standard inoculasee Vaccines page 22A

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REGIONAL In July, Gov. Gavin Newsom urged a 15% voluntary reduction of water use compared to 2020 levels, and as he recently expanded the state’s drought emergency to all 58 counties, he noted the state had achieved only a 5% reduction to date. “As the Western U.S. faces a potential third year of drought, it’s critical that Californians across the state redouble our efforts to save water in every way possible,” Newsom said. “With historic investments and urgent action, the state is moving to protect our communities, businesses and ecosystems from the immediate impacts of the drought emergency while building long-term water resilience to help the state meet the challenge of climate change impacts making droughts more common and more severe.” Data provided by the City of Brentwood shows that per capita water consumption during August and September was 4.1% lower than the same period in 2020. The city saw major reductions in water use in 2015 when usage rates dropped by approximately 40% compared to 2013. Since then, usage rebounded to some degree, but still settled well below 2013 levels. The challenge facing the city is where to go from here. “Now, basically every see Drought page 22A

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Hometown Halloween treats local residents to a return to ‘semi-normalcy’ by Cassie Dickman Correspondent

The streets of downtown Brentwood were filled with a few thousand people and an air of jubilation last Saturday at the city’s annual Hometown Halloween festival. And everyone seemed to agree — it was good to be back. Emily Lechitona walked with her husband, Vincent, and 3-year-old son, JuJu, between the dozens of booths that lined First and Oak streets. JuJu was dressed as a Ghostbuster and proudly showed off both his costume and big smile. Lechitona said they had just moved to the area from San Francisco and had never been to the festival. The family celebrated Halloween at home in 2020 and were excited to participate in the festivities this year, she said. “It’s a little bit more special, just because I feel like all of us have just been through so much last year that like being out and about feels semi-normal,” Lechitona said. “It’s good.” Hometown Halloween, which is hosted by the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce, was forced to adopt a drive-through format in 2020 due to COVID-19 restrictions. Event chair Adam Martinez said he’d been ada-

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Immanuel Frazee, 3, ran over to a yellow bear working at a booth Saturday, Oct. 30, at the annual Hometown Halloween festival in downtown Brentwood. The little firefighter held up his hand excitedly behind a group of kids in front of him, waiting patiently for his turn for a high five, too. mant about wanting to continue the tradition in any way possible, especially during a year that had been so difficult for everyone. “So when they were trying to cancel Halloween last year, I said ‘Not on my watch,’”

Martinez said. “The kids need something.” But the festival came back with a bang Saturday, as most COVID-19 restrictions have since been lifted. The streets were once again buzzing with children — and

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adults — decked out in their Halloween finest trick-or-treating, games, music and the sound of corn popping. The night was capped off with a showing of the cult classic “Hocus Pocus” on a large screen at Brentwood City Park. “It was like it used to be back in the day,” Martinez said. “Everybody has been itching to get back to normal,” Martinez added. “This year, we have no restrictions, so people came and showed out. I love it.” Tanya Owens, co-owner of Prestige Cleaning Services, said the night had been nonstop. They had spent several hundred dollars on candy, she said, but laughed that it still might not be enough with more than an hour of the festival left. “It has been crazy,” Owens said. Lindsay Mandjek’s 3-year-old son Elliot ran circles around her in his Spiderman costume, showing off his spider moves. Her two other children — Noah, 10, and Audrey, 9 — were also close by. Mandjek, who works in the area as a real estate agent, was happy to see the streets filled with people once again. “It’s just been dead and we’ve been missing seeing everyone out and about,” Mandjek said. “So it’s been really fun.” To view a video, visit www.thepress.net/ multimedia

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Brentwood rally calls for freedom from COVID-19 mask and vaccine mandates by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

As many streamed into downtown Brentwood last Saturday looking for traditional farmers market favorites, an unusually large number of people passed by the fruits, veggies and vendors and into City Park in search of something different: freedom from COVID-19 mask and vaccine mandates. A large crowd converged in and around the park to peacefully demonstrate for the right to reject the COVID-19 requirements that have been imposed on society in the path of the pandemic. “Today, we stand united. We want vaccine choice, we want mask choice,” said Holley Bishop, an East County resident and organizer of the two-hour event. A handful of speakers in the park lobbied for freedom from mandates, joined by a group of like-minded supporters of freedom of choice, many holding signs displaying messages like “Liberty and medical freedom for all,” “Oppose vaccine mandates or they will never end,” “Forced medicine is not freedom,” “Stop the mandates” and “Let parents call the shots.” The assembled crowd, which at times marched up Oak Street and chanted slogans in unison to passing motorists, said that a free society should be able to reject mandatory

mask and vaccine requirements. “I think people have the right to choose what they want to do with their lives,” said rally attendee Rosemary Salem. “That is why we live in America.” The rally comes on the heels of several COVID-19 mask and vaccine orders implemented in recent months. In July, the state reaffirmed its universal mask requirement for K-12 schools. A month later, the state announced that health care workers must be fully vaccinated by the end of September. In October, the state said that the COVID-19 vaccine would be added to the list of vaccinations required to attend schools inperson when the vaccine receives full approval from the Food and Drug Administration for middle school and high school students. Locally, masks are required in public venues such as retail stores, restaurants and bars, but the county recently loosened its mask mandate for certain establishments, such as offices, gyms, fitness centers, employee commuter vehicles, indoor college classes and indoor organized gatherings, provided that patrons, employees and attendees are fully vaccinated. Bishop said she began her fight to choose with a “rant” about mask mandates at her child’s school over the summer. “We are fighting for the right to live

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how we want,” said Bishop. “People have heard stories about vaccines and how they limit the severity of illness, but people still have the right to choose. It shouldn’t matter if I am vaccinated and I want to eat at a restaurant with someone unvaccinated. The CDC says, and I quote, ‘Vaccinated people can still become infected and still have the potential to spread the virus to others.’ This is just like the unvaccinated, so tell me why the government won’t let us eat as one without discrimination.” State and federal health officials have long argued that mask and vaccine mandates are crucial in halting the spread of COVID-19. “The best way to stop COVID-19, including the emergence of variants, is with widespread COVID-19 vaccination and disease prevention actions such as mask wearing, washing hands often, physical distancing, and staying home when sick,” said Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Dr. Rochelle P. Walensky in a news release. Dean Blumberg, chief of pediatric infectious diseases at UC Davis Children’s Hospital, said on the university’s website that mask wearing reduces the wearer’s risk of infection by 65%. All approved or authorized COVID-19 vaccines demonstrated an efficacy of 65%-

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Heritage teacher honored for his positive impact on students by Sean Tongson Correspondent

A long-time Heritage High School teacher has been honored with an award after being nominated by one of his former students. Dave Fogelstrom, an educator and coach for nearly 30 years in the East Bay, has been honored with the Teacher of Impact Award from Saint Mary’s College in Moraga. According to the Saint Mary’s College website, the Teacher of Impact Award is for students to recognize teachers who they feel have had the “greatest impact” on their lives. Fogelstrom was nominated by one of his former Heritage students, Jenna Taylor. “He was a wonderful Literary Analysis Pre-AP teacher. Aside from that, he was someone I could look to for advice in school and in life,” said Taylor of Fogelstrom in a press release. “He’s an extraordinary mentor who inspired and pushed me to be who I am today.” “I am extremely honored and humbled to have received the Teacher of Impact Award,” Fogelstrom said. “The Teacher of Impact award really makes me proud to be part of the Heritage staff where we all attempt to put students first and foremost as our focus for being in the classroom. I have always believed in kids first, content second, when approaching how

I manage my lessons and present curriculum. Jenna Taylor was an outstanding student who was inquisitive, hard-working, and overall interested in learning material at a deep and profound level. The fact that she remembered me inspires me to work even harder each day to impact students.” According to Heritage High School Principal Carrie Wells, any time a former student takes the time to recognize a teacher with an award such as the Teacher of Impact Award, it is a meaningful honor for the staff members and a testament to their hard work and dedication to their profession, while also recognizing an impactful high school teacher who helped their students. “Mr. Fogelstrom is a dedicated teacher whose presence on campus makes a positive mark on staff and students,” said Wells. “He is keenly aware of how an educator’s role in the classroom and in extra-curricular activities can make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of students and the culture of a school. I am extremely proud to have Mr. Fogelstrom as a long-time teacher on the Heritage staff and in the Liberty Union High School District.” Fogelstrom began his career in 1992 at Antioch Junior High School, then later moved to Deer Valley High School in Antioch upon its opening in 1996. From there, Fogelstrom then transferred to Heritage High upon the

school’s opening in 2005, and was part of the school’s original staff that year. “I learned a ton in those early years and had to find my own voice and philosophy as an educator,” said Fogelstrom. “It’s been a long, funny, and wild ride. I now have students whose parents I had as students in Antioch many years ago. It makes me feel old, but the students keep me on my toes, which I suppose keeps me young at heart.” Fogelstrom has also received the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Coach of the Year award during the 2020-2021 school year for varsity boys golf. Since his golf coaching tenure began in 2016, his teams have compiled an astounding 54-1 record and five straight Bay Valley Athletic League (BVAL) championships, winning 51 consecutive BVAL dual matches during that stretch. “I see my head coaching position as just an extension of my teaching job moved from the classroom onto the football field or golf course,” said Fogelstrom. “I love my students and athletes. I have always tried to connect with them and let them know that as a teacher, I do not see myself in an adversarial role, but rather as an advocate who is here to help them achieve their goals or find their path in life.” On top of receiving the Teacher of Impact and NFHS Coach of the Year awards,

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Long-time Heritage teacher Dave Fogelstrom recently won an award from Saint Mary’s College for his positive impact on students. Fogelstrom, who also serves as head football coach, additionally has been chosen as a representative of the North Coast Section to represent the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF). “He will represent our section when they select the coach to represent the CIF at the national level,” said Heritage Athletic Director Nate Smith. “Regardless of whether he becomes the CIF representative, we are proud of the fact that the NCS was able to acknowledge his effort and body of work.” A link for those interested in nominating a teacher who they feel has made a positive impact on their lives can be found at www.stmarys-ca.edu/kudos-to-your-favorite-teacher.

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When I first started in real estate and someone asked me what school their kids would go to for a particular home, I struggled to answer their question. At that time, the school boundary maps were closelyguarded secrets (at least, that’s what it felt like...). Eventually I was able to obtain some black and white copies of the maps smuggled out of the District office, and my clients and I would do our best to figure out the boundaries. Most of the maps just had the major streets on them, so when a home was near the boundary, it was tough to find out exactly which school it fed. I would need to update my maps every few years because the school boundaries would change from time to time. Eventually, the District started posting color maps on their website, so that was a big step forward. But technology has improved greatly and now you can plug in an address and it will display what schools are assigned to that address! For K-12 schools in Brentwood, go to www.brentwood.k12.

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Oct. 12, 1924 - Oct. 19, 2021 Ruth Lorene Stonebarger passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family on October 19th, 2021 one week after her 97th birthday. Ruth passed nearly three years after the death of her beloved husband of 76 years, Gene Stonebarger. She is survived by her 4 children, Frank (Marcia), Larry (Maureen), Glenn (Jeannie), Sandy, along with her 12 grandchildren and 33 greatgrandchildren. Her oldest daughter, Jeannie, preceded her in death. Born on Oct. 12, 1924 to Stewart and Adeline Poulsen in Albert Lea, Minnesota, Ruth was born a middle child of 11. Young Ruth and the Poulsen family made their way west in the ‘30s, moving between many Northern California cities following work as fruit contractors. Settling in Porterville, Ruth graduated from Strathmore High School and married then-United States Army Air Corpsman, Gene Stonebarger in 1942. Ruth and Gene made Oakley home shortly after where they raised their family and grew in the agricultural community for 73 years. Dedicated to community, faith and most of all, family, Ruth was an active member of the Oakley Baptist Church, the Oakley Women’s Club, the PTA, an avid tennis player and a lover of bridge. She is remembered for her warmth, her unshakable love

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for family, togetherness and traditions as well as her legendary apple pie. The deceased’s funeral services will be held on November 9th at Golden Hills Church at 10:30 a.m., burial immediately following at Union Cemetery, Brentwood. Ruth’s Celebration of Life at Cap’s Oak Street Bar and Grill will follow burial. In remembrance, donations can be made to the Stonebarger Family Scholarship, supporting exceptional local Liberty High School students.

Brentwood’s Edna Hill Middle School has been recognized as a Schools to Watch Model Middle School for the sixth time in the award’s 18-year history. The California Schools to Watch program, implemented by several organizations, including the California League of Middle Schools and California Department of Education, affirms that exemplary schools are involved in an ongoing journey of excellence. To this end, a program of continuous evaluation for all schools designated as Schools To Watch schools has been established. Edna Hill was first designated as a National Model Middle School in 2007 and has been redesignated by the California Schools to Watch and National Middle Grades Forum in 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019 and now for 2022. According to the Brentwood Union School District, Edna Hill is proud of its programs that support a strong adult advocate for each student throughout their middle school experience, studentled conferences and a strong character

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Veterans Day Events Thursday, November 11 Oakley:

The city of Oakley will host a ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. in Civic Center Plaza. The program will include the presentation of Colors, student essays, rifle salute and taps to honor those who have served. The Freedom High School Marching Band will perform and Girl Scout Troop #33390 will lead the Pledge of Allegiance. The Heritage High School USAF JROTC cadets are scheduled to present the Colors and the Marine Corps League Detachment 1155 will perform the volley salute and taps.

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A public Veterans Day ceremony will commence at 10:30 a.m. at Brentwood’s Veterans Park, 3841 Balfour Road, on Nov. 11.

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The Trilogy Vineyards Veterans Association will host two Veterans Day ceremonies at Club Los Meganos, 1700 Trilogy Parkway, in Brentwood. A flag raising will occur at 7 a.m. that will include reveille played over loudspeakers and speeches from some of the group’s members. A flag retreat will also occur at 5 p.m.

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Saturday, November 6 Women of Faith Service Project

Women of all faiths are invited to help assemble Recipes-in-a-Jar to be donated to Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection for families living with cancer. The event will take place at 10:30 a.m. at 1875 Highland Way in Brentwood (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints). An outdoor lunch will be provided; RSVP at tinyurl. com/wofjars21. For more information, email WomenOfFaithEastContraCosta@gmail.com.

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The Discovery Bay Yacht Club Holiday Boutique is slated for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 6. at 5871 Marina Blvd in Discovery Bay. The event offers 37 artisan vendors. Enjoy a Vienna-style shopping experience with music performed by Billy Ramirez. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from Chef’s Choice Food Truck and Callahan’s. This is a fun, free and festive activity for all family members.

Sunday, November 7 Brentwood Inspired Living Center welcomes Rev. D. Jacquelyn Edwards

The Brentwood Inspired Living Center, a safe environment for all people to consciously explore their spiritual path, recognize their oneness with God and gain inspiration, insight and wisdom to share with the world, is hosting Rev. D. Jacquelyn Edwards. The message will address this month’s theme: centered. The virtual talk is from 10 to 11:15 a.m. For more information, visit https:// www.facebook.com/brentwoodilc.org.

Hospice Tree of Lights Ceremony

Hospice East Bay is hosting its 35th annual Tree of Lights Ceremony at Brentwood’s City Park from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The ceremony is aimed at setting aside time for families and friends to honor their loved ones through the symbolism of light and the reading of names. The ceremony will honor William Richard (The Wiz) Wisdom, a longtime resident of Discovery Bay and San Jose and

an award-winning photographer for the Arizona Daily Star in Tucson, Phoenix Gazette, San Jose Mercury News and Brentwood Press. For more information, visit www.hospiceeastbay.org/”

Tuesday, November 9 Knightsen Wetland Restoration Project Community Meeting

The wetlands restoration project team will be holding a series of meetings for the Knightsen community and other people interested in the project from 7 to 9 p.m. online. The goal of these meetings is to hear from people and offer updates on the project schedule, latest site studies, and overall project design. The project manager, as well as technical staff, will be at these meetings to listen to input and answer questions. To attend the meeting via Zoom, visit www. tinyurl.com/WetlandZoom. For more information about attending the meeting or to view premeeting documents, visit https://bit.ly/3mgvt2t.

Community Assistance Bay Point

Community All-N-One Inc is hosting free showers for anyone in need from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 204 Bailey Road in Bay Point. In addition, volunteers will distribute free food, clothing and offer free health checkups and free, onsite COVID-19 vaccinations. For more information, call 925-204-8595.

Brentwood Community Chorus rehearsals

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Antioch High football team edges Liberty, 6-0, in defensive battle by Michael Dixon Correspondent

With both teams averaging more than 40 points a game in Bay Valley Athletic League play, it seemed likely that the game between Antioch and Liberty on Friday, Oct. 29 would be a high- scoring contest dominated by the offenses. It turned out to be the exact opposite. The Panthers prevailed in a defensive struggle, defeating the Lions 6-0. While Liberty’s offense struggled throughout the game, the Lions did have one glorious chance at the end with a first-andgoal from the 10 yard line. Lions senior Deovion Hill ran for three yards on first down, which was followed by two incomplete passes to set up a fourth down. Junior quarterback Nate Bell completed a pass to Hill but the Antioch defense swarmed to bring him down short of the goal line, creating a turnover on downs. The game was not quite over, though. The Panthers picked up a pair of first downs on the subsequent possession but still had to punt. Needing to go 80 yards with no timeouts in less than a minute, Liberty faced long odds. The Lions picked up one first down but Antioch senior Jorge Hernandez Jr. ended Liberty’s faint comeback hopes with an interception to seal the game. “Our defense played great, tremendous actually,” Antioch senior Jorge Hernandez Jr. said. “We would have probably lost that game if it wasn’t for our defense.” Hernandez was unquestionably the game’s star. In addition to nabbing the gamesealing interception, he rushed for 277 yards. That included a long run that, after a penalty, netted 32 yards following the Liberty turnover on downs. It also included a 72-yard run

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Antioch senior Jorge Hernandez Jr. runs upfield during Antioch’s 6-0 win over Liberty on Oct. 29. on Antioch’s first possession. Hernandez was tackled just short of the end zone on that play but scored the game’s only points on a threeyard touchdown run two plays later. The Lions weren’t exactly operating at 100% offensively. Bell was injured during Liberty’s win over Freedom and didn’t start, though he did come in at halftime. That left the Lions not only without their starting quarterback for the first half but, with sophomore Ryan Mckendry going under center, Liberty was also playing with its top receiver in another role. While Bell was not moving efficiently, the Lions offense did move the ball better in the second half with him at quarterback.

Liberty twice got into the red zone, with one possession ending in a missed field goal and the other the aforementioned turnover on downs. The latter drive was sparked by a 44yard completion from Bell to Mckendry. “We lost some other receivers this week, too; it was kind of a perfect storm,” Liberty coach Matt Hoefs said. “But at the same time, hats off to Antioch. They played really well.” While the game didn’t end the way the Lions were hoping, they did enjoy their first true homecoming game in two years. Hoefs was uplifted by the support shown by the Liberty students and staff as well as local residents who encouraged the team. “They do it right here,” he said. “They

definitely love the community. It’s the second homecoming game I’ve been a part of, once as an assistant. The crowd was packed, it was standing room only in some places. All of the members of the community were out here.” The Panthers and Lions both have one regular season game left. Both will be played on Friday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m. In both cases, the stakes are high. Antioch, which is 6-3 overall and 4-0 in BVAL games, will be on the road at Pittsburg. The Panthers and Pirates have both likely already done enough to earn a North Coast Section playoff spot. But with both teams entering with 4-0 records in league play, the always intense Big Little Game will effectively double as a BVAL Championship game. “I feel like we have a chance,” Hernandez said. “This game was a pretty hard game. I feel that next week will be another hard game -- but we have a chance.” Liberty will also be on the road, taking on Heritage in the Brentwood Bowl. The Patriots are 5-4 overall and 2-2 in BVAL play. A win against the Lions would go a long way in solidifying a playoff spot for Heritage while a loss would put the Patriots on the bubble. Liberty, meanwhile, is 4-5 overall and 2-2 in the BVAL. A loss in the finale would mean the end of the season. Liberty would likely still need help, but with a win over Heritage, the Lions would be in the mix. “We fought until the end,” Bell said of his team. “The defense did a great job. We had a lot of injuries on offense that really altered our game. We’re definitely disappointed. We don’t want to lose our Homecoming, obviously. But we’re going to come back next week better.” To view a video, visit www.thepress.net/ multimedia

Lions’ girls water polo beats Heritage in tourney title game by Michael Dixon Correspondent

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The Liberty girls water polo team defeated Heritage in the Bay Valley Athletic League tournament final to capture the title.

Very little separated No. 1 Liberty and No. 2 Heritage as the two teams squared off in the finals of the Bay Valley Athletic League girls water polo tournament on Saturday, Oct. 30. The game was decided by one goal and really, a matter of inches. With less than a minute remaining and the Lions holding a 6-5 lead, the Patriots had the ball in their attacking end. Heritage senior Lily Finazzo tried to beat Kayla Glaser, Liberty’s senior goalkeeper, with a lob shot. Finazzo’s shot was on target but Glaser timed her jump well

enough to get a piece of the ball. That was enough to redirect the shot off the mark and enabled the Lions to preserve their lead and come away with a 6-5 victory. When the game was over, both coaches -- Liberty’s Jack Doria and Heritage’s Jeff Russ -- praised Glaser’s effort. “There’s a reason she was voted the Athlete of the Week by West Coast Preps,” Doria said. “She’s a wall in the cage. As a six-footer with a long wingspan, she bails us out of a lot of bad situations. It seems like when we make mistakes, she saves us.” He added: “She’s a phenomenal athlete. We win a lot of games because of her.” see Polo page 14A

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Patriot boys water polo team rides dominant second half to BVAL title by Michael Dixon Correspondent

Having defeated Liberty 16-8 during the regular season meeting between the two teams, Heritage’s boys water polo team entered the Bay Valley Athletic League championship game against the Lions on Saturday, Oct. 30 as the No. 1 seed and the favorites to beat the No. 2 seed Liberty. That’s exactly what happened, though the Patriots were tested for a while. After opening up a 4-1 lead in the second quarter, Heritage allowed three straight goals. The Patriots did get a goal before halftime to reclaim a slim lead, but it was anyone’s game. That changed quickly. Over the first four minutes and 10 seconds of the third quarter, that narrow 5-4 lead turned into a decisive 12-4 advantage. Heritage never looked back from there, going on to win 17-7, earning the first BVAL championship for the boys team in three years. Despite the loss, the Lions also earned an at-large bid to the Norh Coast Section playoffs. “We had a bit of a rough start, we weren’t playing to the potential that I know we have,” Heritage senior captain, Zane LaBute said. “We just came together, realized we really need this and want this. And we played our game. It was worth it.” That attitude was shared by his coach, Jeff Russ, who said that the halftime message to his team was to “stay calm and play the way that we know how to play.” Heritage got big performances from LaBute and his fellow senior captain, Patrick Aiello. LaBute finished the game with seven goals, an assist and four steals. Aiello, meanwhile, had four goals, four assists and added a pair of steals.

The Heritage boys water polo team defeated Liberty 17-7 to win the league tournament on Oct. 30.

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Junior Caleb Cayanan added three goals, all of which were significant. His first goal tied the game at 1-1 after the Lions drew first blood. His second goal came just before halftime. It allowed the Patriots to wrestle away some of the momentum that the Lions had after scoring three straight goals to tie the game. More importantly, it gave Heritage a lead that it would not surrender. Cayanan’s third goal was his team’s eighth of the day and stood as the game winner. Senior Luke Pathe had two goals, an assist and three steals. Junior Isaiah Javier had a goal of his own, adding four assists and a team-leading five steals. Junior goalkeeper Braden Madden recorded six saves before he and most of the rest of the Patriots starters were pulled in the final minutes. Like Liberty, Heritage had five different players score

goals. Junior Caden Novello notched three goals. Sophomore Jacob Castillo, junior Riley Durrant and seniors Zachary Ulrich and Matthew Ramos had one goal each. Both teams will be in the playoffs. The No. 11 seeded Liberty team will take on No. 6 Berkeley in a 5 p.m. game on Thursday, Nov. 4. The game will be played at Acalanes High School in Lafayette. The winner will take on No. 3 Tamalpais in the second round. The BVAL Championship win gave the Patriots an automatic bid into the NCS Tournament. Heritage is seeded No. 8 and will take on No. 9 College Park on Thursday, Nov. 4 at 6:15 p.m. That game will take place at the Carondelet Athletics Complex in Walnut Creek. The Falcons and Patriots met in the regular season, with College Park winning 12-6. No. 1 Redwood awaits the winner.

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“Obviously the difference maker was their goalie,” Russ said. “She must have had 12-15 blocks today. She’s blocking lobs, she’s blocking regular shots. When you have a goalie like that, it just changes things. Many times, goalies have trouble with lobs but I think she got all of our lobs.” The opening minutes of the game were scoreless. Liberty finally broke through with 1:26 left in the opening quarter with a goal from senior captain Avery Venables. Junior Madelynn Lasquete found the back of the net early in the second quarter to give the Lions a 2-0 lead. But the Patriots quickly responded

with goals from juniors Amanda Muse and Peri Lindeman to tie the game. The teams trading 2-0 runs would be a theme for the rest of the game. Venables and sophomore Athena Ayers scored a pair of goals 30 seconds apart from each other to give Liberty a 4-2 halftime lead. But early in the third quarter, Heritage came back with two goals only 17 seconds apart. The first was from junior Jordyn Danies while the second goal was scored by junior Elly Longoria to tie the game at 4. Liberty would respond at the end of the third quarter, with Lasquete and Ayers both scoring their second goals of the game to put the Lions up 6-4 going

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Even in defeat, Russ was happy to see how much his team improved over a 10day period. Liberty handily defeated Heritage in the regular season meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 20. The Lions dominated that game throughout, leading 7-1 at halftime and cruised to a 7-3 victory. “We did not play well -- the effort today was much better,” Russ said. “The game was tight the whole way. I was proud of our team’s effort because 10 days ago they pretty much handled us.” The second piece of silver lining for the Patriots is that they’ll still be playing see Polo page 15A

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Notice Inviting Bids 1. Bid Submission. City of Brentwood (“City”) will accept sealed bids for its City Council Chamber Audiovisual System Project (“Project”), by or before December 8, 2021, at 2:00 p.m., at its City Clerk office, located at Brentwood City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Third Floor, Brentwood, California, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. 2. Project Information. 2.1 Location and Description. The Project is located at Brentwood City Hall, 150 City Park Way, City Council Chamber, Brentwood, California, and is described as follows: The work to be done consists of furnishing all labor, materials, equipment and services for the refresh and upgrade of the City Council Chamber audiovisual system including cameras, microphones, video mixing systems and other audiovisual components used for internet streaming and live presentation of public meetings and all miscellaneous work a shown, specified or required for a complete, operational installation. 2.2 Time for Final Completion. The Project must be fully completed within 150 calendar days from the start date set forth in the Notice to Proceed. City anticipates that the Work will begin on or about January 13, 2021, but the anticipated start date is provided solely for convenience and is neither certain nor binding. 3. License and Registration Requirements. 3.1 License. This Project requires a valid California contractor’s license for the following classification(s): C7 and/ or C10 Contractor’s License. 3.2 DIR Registration. City may not accept a Bid Proposal from or enter into the Contract with a bidder, without proof that the bidder is registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code § 1725.5, subject to limited legal exceptions. 4. Contract Documents. Bidders must obtain an electronic copy of the plans, specifications, bid forms and contract documents for the Project, and any addenda thereto (“Contract Documents”) directly from the City. The Contract Documents may be obtained at no charge by sending an email to: itprojects@brentwoodca. gov. 5. Bid Security. The Bid Proposal must be accompanied by bid security of ten percent of the maximum bid amount, in the form of a cashier’s or certified check made payable to City, or a bid bond executed by a surety licensed to do business in the State of California on the Bid Bond form included with the Contract Documents. The bid security must guarantee that within ten days after City issues the Notice of Potential Award, the successful bidder will execute the Contract and submit the payment and performance bonds, insurance certificates and endorsements, and any other submittals required by the Contract Documents and as specified in the Notice of Potential Award. 6. Prevailing Wage Requirements. 6.1 General. Pursuant to California Labor Code § 1720 et seq., this Project is subject to the prevailing wage requirements applicable to the locality in which the Work is to be performed for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to perform the Work, including employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation, apprenticeship and similar purposes. 6.2 Rates. These prevailing rates are on file with the City and are available online at http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR. Each Contractor and Subcontractor must pay no less than the specified rates to all workers employed to work on the Project. The schedule of per diem wages is based upon a working day of eight hours. The rate for holiday and overtime work must be at least time and one-half. 6.3 Compliance. The Contract will be subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR, under Labor Code § 1771.4. 7. Performance and Payment Bonds. The successful bidder will be

required to provide performance and payment bonds, each for 100% of the Contract Price, as further specified in the Contract Documents. 8. Substitution of Securities. Substitution of appropriate securities in lieu of retention amounts from progress payments is permitted under Public Contract Code § 22300. 9. Subcontractor List. Each Subcontractor must be registered with the DIR to perform work on public projects. Each bidder must submit a completed Subcontractor List form with its Bid Proposal, including the name, location of the place of business, California contractor license number, DIR registration number, and percentage of the Work to be performed (based on the base bid price) for each Subcontractor that will perform Work or service or fabricate or install Work for the prime contractor in excess of one-half of 1% of the bid price, using the Subcontractor List form included with the Contract Documents. 10. Instructions to Bidders. All bidders should carefully review the Instructions to Bidders for more detailed information before submitting a Bid Proposal. The definitions provided in Article 1 of the General Conditions apply to all of the Contract Documents, as defined therein, including this Notice Inviting Bids. 11. Bidders’ Conference. A bidders’ conference will be held on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at 1:00 p.m., at the following location: Brentwood City Hall, 150 City Park Way, City Council Chamber, Brentwood, California to acquaint all prospective bidders with the Contract Documents and the Worksite. The bidders’ conference is mandatory. A bidder who fails to attend a mandatory bidders’ conference may be disqualified from bidding. CITY OF BRENTWOOD /s/ Margaret Wimberly, MMC, City Clerk; Dated: November 3, 2021. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86990 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 2021.

9-1-2021. Signature of registrant: Thy Nguyen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 23, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/22/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86809 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021.

registrant: Luis Diego Gonzalez Leon. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 6, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/5/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86776 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005692 The name of the business(es): Paris Beauty Spa Salon Located at: 4534 Lone Tree Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Christine P. Ravi. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9-23-2021. Signature of registrant: Christine P. Ravi. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 23, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/22/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86804 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005971 The name of the business(es): Parties And Sweets By Janet Located at: 1370 Oak Crest Ct In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Janet Adriana Lishner. 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: Janet Adriana Lishner -Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 7, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires October 6, 2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86856 Publish dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005573 The name of the business: Just In Time Pool Services and Repairs Located at: 2409 Santa Cruz Ct In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: Michelle Lynn Ryan. 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: Michelle Ryan-Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 20, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires September 19, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86748 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005673 The name of the business(es): At Your Door Pool Service Located at: 4190 Sellers Avenue In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: At Your Door Pool Service, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/20/2011. Signature of registrant: Jermain Garcia Officer/Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 23, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/22/2026 Press No. 02-1273 86918 Publish dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005841 The name of the business(es): AutoLux Located at: 1120 Second Street, Suite 109 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Miguel Vega Zamora. 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: Miguel Vega Zamora. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 29, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/28/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86752 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021.

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005610 The name of the business(es): 1. 925 Flowers 2. 925 Floral Arrangements Located at: 4423 Horseshoe Circle In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Lizbeth Chavez. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8-9-2021. Signature of registrant: Lizbeth Chavez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 21, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/20/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86793 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005616 The name of the business: Delta Reels Service and Repairs Located at: 4556 Elk Ct In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner: Brandon Lee Gonzaga. 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: Brandon Lee Gonzaga-Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 21, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/20/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86749 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005676 The name of the business(es): Alfaro Construction Located at: 5179 Lone Tree Way, Suite B In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Thy Nguyen. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005793 The name of the business(es): Whisperinghopeknfoundation.org Located at: 5020 Longbranch Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner: Rosemary Onyeukwu. 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: Rosemary Onyeukwu. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 28, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/27/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86750 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005884 The name of the business(es): 1. Chosen 2 Lead 2. C2L 3. Chosen 2 Lead, JR 4. C2L, JR 5. C2 Clothing 6. Chosen 2 Clothing 7. C2L University 8. Chosen 2 Lead University 9. Chosen 2 Work Located at: 5228 Sungrove Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Chosen 2 Lead, Inc. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2-1-2007. Signature of registrant: Mark K. Burks, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 1, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires September 30, 2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86813 Publish dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005921 The name of the business: Fashion Bawse Located at: 2048 Eucalyptus Way In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Tiara Scruggs. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/14/2014. Signature of registrant: Tiara Scruggs. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 5, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/4/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86986 Publish dates: November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005951 The name of the business(es): El Guerrerito Located at: 39 Rossi Ave In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Luis Diego Gonzalez Leon. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10-06-21. Signature of

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0006013 The name of the business(es): Oaktown Cab Company Located at: 4712 Crestone Needle Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Aimel Saifi. This business is conducted by: An Indivdual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9-30-2021. Signature of registrant: Aimel Saifi-Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 11, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires October 10, 2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86853 Publish dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0006181 The name of the business: ACAVAM HOME HEALTH Located at: 5137 Lone Tree Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Delta Bay Healthcare. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9/10/2021. Signature of registrant: Marie Louise Arcaina, Vice President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 18, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/17/2026 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86925 Publish dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2021. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Self-storage unit contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart to satisfy a lien on November 11, 2021 at approx. 12:00 PM at www.storagetreasures.com: Stephanie Meadows, Virginia Hameister, Bryan Erickson, Davis Spears, David Stewart, Thomas Lee, Terry Edwards, Brandi L Crittenden, Andrea L Pitts, Judy Iudice, Joseph Tyler, Carole Rae Sparlin, Kimberly C Saunders, Debbie Mueller, Iris Contreras. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86910 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005897 The name of the business(es): Discovery Bay Sports Bar & Steakhouse Located at: 2477 Discovery Bay Blvd. In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): CTCT LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10-4-2021. Signature of registrant: Jon Hulleman CTCT, LLC. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 4, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/3/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86797 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005585 The name of the business: Tulip-Nails and Spa Located at: 7710 Brentwood Blvd, Suite A In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Nguyen Vo. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9-202021. Signature of registrant: Nguyen Vo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 20, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/19/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86747 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29 November 5, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005662 The name of the business(es): 1. East Bay Bankruptcy Law and Financial Planning 2. East Bay Bankruptcy Law 3. East Bay BK Law 4. East Bay Financial Planning Located at: 191 Sand Creek Road, Ste 220 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Corrine Bielejeski. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3-302016. Signature of registrant: Corrine Bielejeski (Owner). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 22, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/21/2026, Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86779 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005664 The name of the business(es): Camino Mobile Home Park Located at: 14530 Byron Hwy In: Byron, CA 94514, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Sally E. Dinelli, Trustee. This business is conducted by: A Trust. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on April 11, 2006. Signature of registrant: Sally E. Dinelli, Trustee of Duarte Childrens Trust. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 22, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/21/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86780 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005666 The name of the business(es): JFOURMAX Located at: 533 Stirling Court In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Pierrette Mpwekela Mpoyi. 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: Pierrette Mpwekela Mpoyi-Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 22, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/21/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86808 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005694 The name of the business(es): Bryan W. Smith Property Management Located at: 1145 Second Street, Ste A #331 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Bryan W. Smith Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Bryan W. Smith, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 23, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires September 22, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86855 Publish dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005898 The name of the business: Oak Lane Salon Located at: 1280 Central Blvd. In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Kelsey Bowen. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3-1-2021. Signature of registrant: Kelsey Bowen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 4, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/3/2026 Brentwood Press No. 021273 86751 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005931 The name of the business(es): Wisdom Located at: 1265 Picadilly Lane In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Shirley Benbenishti. 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: Shirley Benbenishti-Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 5, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires October 4, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86833 Publish dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005782 The name of the business(es): Bay Area Fotowagen Located at: 2128 Roper Circle In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Eric Behne 2. Janal Behne. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1-16-2015. Signature of registrant: Janal Behne, Co-Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 27, 2021 by Deputy FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Clerk Expires September 26, 2026 NAME STATEMENT Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86795 File No. F-2021-0005959 The name of Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, No- the business(es): Mortgage Market vember 5, 2021. Located at: 5780 Starboard Drive In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby FICTITIOUS BUSINESS registered by the following owner(s): NAME STATEMENT Jerry Dean Becker. This business is File No. F-2021-0005784 The name of conducted by: An Individual. The the business(es): Nutratelligence registrant commenced to transact Located at: 11040 Bollinger Canyon business under the fictitious business Road, Suite E In: San Ramon, CA name or names listed above on N/A. 94582, is hereby registered by the Signature of registrant: Jerry Dean following owner(s): Xiaoming Chien. Becker-Owner. This statement was This business is conducted by: An filed with the County Clerk of Contra Individual. The registrant commenced Costa County on: October 6, 2021 by to transact business under the ficti- Deputy Clerk Expires October 5, 2026 tious business name or names listed Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86857 above on 4-12-2016. Signature of Publish dates: October 22, 29, Novemregistrant: Xiaoming Chien-Owner. ber 5, 12, 2021. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County FICTITIOUS BUSINESS on: September 28, 2021 by Deputy NAME STATEMENT Clerk Expires September 27, 2026 File No. F-2021-0005963 The name Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86811 of the business(es): Barrios TransPublish dates: October 22, 29, Novem- portation Consulting Located at: ber 5, 12, 2021. 3054 Barranca Drive In: Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS following owner(s): Eraclio Barrios NAME STATEMENT This business is conducted by: An InFile No. F-2021-0005821 The name divdual. The registrant commenced to of the business(es): Tri City Auto transact business under the fictitious Plaza Located at: 6935 Lone Tree Way business name or names listed above In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby on 5-1-2021. Signature of registrant: registered by the following owner(s): Eraclio Barrios. This statement was Tri City Auto Plaza Inc. This business is filed with the County Clerk of Contra conducted by: A Corporation, State of Costa County on: October 7, 2021 by Incorporation: CA. The registrant com- Deputy Clerk Expires October 6, 2026 menced to transact business under Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86835 the fictitious business name or names Publish dates: October 22, 29, Novemlisted above on 1-26-2016. Signature ber 5, 12, 2021. of registrant: Steve Matijevich-Vice President. This statement was filed Call to place a with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 29, 2021 by Classified ad Deputy Clerk Expires September 28, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86854 Publish dates: October 22, 29, 634-1441 x142 November 5, 12, 2021.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005976 The name of the business(es): I3 Institute Located at: 25A Crescent Drive, Ste #326 In: Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Michelle Grant. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7-1-2021. Signature of registrant: Michelle Grant. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 7, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires October 6, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86834 Publish dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 2021.

following owner: Raquel T. Cobar. 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: Raquel Torres Cobar. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 25, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/24/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86926 Publish dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2021.

Earline Walker - Collectables, Lamps, Storage Cabinets, 20+ Boxes. Alison Simmons - Clothing, Shoes, Misc. Items. Roxane Perry -Sports Equipment,6+ Bags. Mary Dorrough - Shelves, Suitcases, Pans, Clothing, 40+Boxes, Fishing Rods, Crockpot. Mary Dorrough - Shelves Celeste Wright - Shelves, Suitcases, DVD, Speakers, Clothing, Shoes, Desk, Misc Table & Chairs, 25+ Boxes & Bags. Armando Nieves Osomio - Toys, Pans, Love Seat, 5+ Boxes & Bags. Telara Caves - Desk, Table w/Chairs, Safe, 14+ Bins & Boxes, Cinder Blocks. Janeva Mitchell -Baby Crib, Clothing, Storage Cabinets, Pictures, 5+ Boxes & Bags. Nellie Koepke - Coffee Table, Dining Table w/ Chairs, Bedding, 2 Bags, Hutch. Anthony Willis- Auto Parts, Bike Parts, Hand Truck, Suitcases, Dresser, 3+ Boxes & Bags, 2 Golf Bags/Clubs, Tires & Rims. Elizabeth Perez - Toys, End Table, Refridgerator, Sofa, Armoire, Clothing, Dresser, Chairs, Pictures, 20+ Boxes & Bags. Sara Alvarenga - Screen Print Equipment, Totes, Toys, Suitcases, Furniture, Vacuums , Pictures. 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 10/29/2021 and on 11/05/2021 Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86909 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 2021.

PC. 7420 Greenhaven Drive, Suite 115, Sacramento, CA 95831. (916)292-8009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 86916 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 2021.

Dang. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 20, 2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86777 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021.

the undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on Wednesday November 10, 2021 at 9:30 A.M. at Oakley Self Storage, 4700 Main St. Oakley, CA 94561. County of Contra Costa, State of California, the goods, chattel or other personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items. Stored by the following person(s): REECE, JAMES Betz, Katherine HOLLISON, PAUL DYNES, KARL CURCIO, CHARLES MAHONEY, FABIO Tabelin, Kirstie Lackey, Sheila (2 units) Cannady, Christina OKANE, AUDREY HARTSOUGH, GLORIA CRISTOPER TODD All purchased goods are sold as is and must be paid for at the time of purchase. Cash Only. Management reserves the right to set a minimum bid and/or refuse any bids. This notice is subject to cancellation without notice in the event of a settlement between owner and obligated party. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules, and regulations are available at sale. Auction to be conducted by Nor-Cal Storage Auctions, Inc. CA Bond #7900468597 #916-604-9695. Legal EC 8976 Publication Dates: October 29, 2021 and November 5, 2021 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 86931 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 2021.

be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)9390772 or visit this internet website http:// search.nationwideposting.com/propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA2100286970 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction if conducted after January 1, 2021, pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (916)939-0772, or visit this internet website http://search.nationwideposting.com/propertySearchTerms. aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA2100286970 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 4795 Regent Blvd, Mail Code 1011-F Irving, TX 75063 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)9390772 NPP0396473 To: OAKLEY PRESS 10/22/2021, 10/29/2021, 11/05/2021 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 86838 Publish Dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005987 The name of the business(es): AG Fiduciary Tax Services Located at: 1931 Vintage Cir In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Arminder K. Gill. 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: Arminder Gill-Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 8, 2021. by Deputy Clerk Expires October 7, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86815 Publish dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0006032 The name of the business(es): Dim Sum Basket Located at: 3120 Balfour Road, Ste C In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Dim Sum Bag, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA . The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jian Hao Chen, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 12, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires October 11, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86992 Publish dates: November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0006152 The name of the business(es): Key Investment Properties Located at: 5348 Riverlake Rd. In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Key Investment Properties, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Darcy Smith CEO (Chief Executive Officer). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 15, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/14/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86923 Publish dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0006193 The name of the business(es): Wildfire Design Build Located at: 7124 Lakehead Way In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): DD Build Construction Inc. This business is conducted by: A corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jeff Goodrich - President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 19, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires October 18, 2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86991 Publish dates: November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0006279 The name of the business: Heavenly Acai Co. Located at: 575 Eileen Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE SELF STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the liened personal property described below, pursuant to the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedure and the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, Business and Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq. On the 10th day of November 2021, at 10:00 AM, the undersigned will sell the contents of liened storage units by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Acorn II Self Storage LLC, at 6900 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood, California 94513, Tel. (925) 240-5000. Selfstorage liened units generally include miscellaneous household goods, office or business equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing and personal effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Names: 1. Bahaar Hasani - clothing, shoes, bedding, and suitcase. 2. Ricky Taniguchi - Lamps, tools, chairs, aquarium, acetylene tank, amp hutch, vintage coke machine, and vintage gas pump. 3. Teresita N. Delrosario - End table, flat screen TV, lamps, sofa, love seat, and an entertainment center. 4. Arden Tarrosa - Baseball helmet, snow cone machine, chairs, bedding, and clothing. 5. Earline Walker - Shelves, bedding, chairs, pictures, and auto parts. 6. Martin Walker - Propane grill, office chair, end table, and pans. 7. Belinda Harris - Drum, office chair, dryer, sports equipment, suitcases and cooler. 8. Lisa Scruggs - Fishing net, cooler, shelves, toolbox, power tools, hand truck, and ladder. 9. Katherine Gray - Toys, scooter, bike, and sofa. 10. Christian Salvatierra - Paddle board, hand truck, headboard, sofa, and love seat. 11. Jannell Garkow - Pans, fan, ladder, wood, shelves, suitcase, and clothing. 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: 10/29/2021 and 11/5/2021 or Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86908 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 2021. NOTICE OF LIEN SALE SELF STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the liened personal property described below, pursuant to the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedure and the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, Business and Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq.. On the 10th day of November 10, 2021, at 11:45 A.M., the undersigned will sell the contents of liened storage units by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Acorn Self Storage LLC, at 5205 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, California 94565, Tel. (925) 432-3200. Self-storage liened units generally include miscellaneous household goods, office or business equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing and personal effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Customer Name:

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Jeffrey Franklin, deceased CASE NUMBER P21-01417 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Jeffrey Franklin, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Ken Franklin in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: Ken Franklin 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: 12/28/2021 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 15. b. Address of court: 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Dylan P. Hyatt The Law Offices of Hassell and Hyatt,

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Michael J. Silva Jr. & Melanie Silva SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Michael J. Silva Jr. & Melanie Silva CASE NUMBER: N21-1802 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Michael J. Silva Jr. & Melanie Silva filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Charlie Sue Trigg to Proposed Name: Charlotte Lorraine Silva. 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: 12/7/21 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press b. Must be served on parents. Date: 09/21/2021 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 86832 Publish Dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 2021. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Renzo Fidel Manay Meza SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Renzo Fidel Manay Meza CASE NUMBER: N211856 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Renzo Fidel Manay Meza filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Renzo Fidel Manay Meza to Proposed Name: Renzo Fidel Manay. 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: 12/14/2021 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date: 09/28/2021 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 021273 86805 Publish Dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Tulip Nails and Spa at 7710 Brentwood Blvd. Brentwood, CA 94513 The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on N/A under File No. F-2018-0005394 (*1) Danny Dang (2) Mina Nguyen 3650 Hendrix Drive, Stockton, CA 95212 (**) This business was conducted by: A Married Couple. Signature: Danny

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005612 The name of the business(es): Oasis Landscaping and Lawn Care Located at: 969 Walnut Drive In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Fernando Javier Garibay. 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: Fernando Javier GaribayOwner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 21, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/20/2026 Oakley Press No. 030477 86792 Publish dates: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2021-0005727 The name of the business(es): Teresa’s Stroller Cleaning and Sales Located at: 14 Pamela Ct In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Teresa Hernandez. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9-1-2021. Signature of registrant: Teresa Hernandez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 24, 2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires September 23, 2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE 86794 Publish dates: October 15, 22, TSG No.: 1908352CAD TS No.: 29, November 5, 2021. CA2100286970 APN: 032-240-020-1 Property Address: 4450 SANDMOUND FICTITIOUS BUSINESS BLVD OAKLEY, CA 94561 NOTICE OF NAME STATEMENT TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT File No. F-2021-0005795 The name of UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED the business: Book Alliance Located at: 03/17/2016. UNLESS YOU TAKE AC313 Holstein Dr. In: Oakley, CA, 94561, TION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT is hereby registered by the following MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU owner: Elite Bookstore LLC. This busi- NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE ness is conducted by: A Limited Liability OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, Company, State of Organization: CA. The YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On registrant commenced to transact busi- 11/15/2021 at 01:30 P.M., First Ameriness under the fictitious business name can Title Insurance Company, as duly or names listed above on N/A. Signature appointed Trustee under and pursuant of registrant: Czarina San Agustin - to Deed of Trust recorded 04/01/2016, Manager. This statement was filed with as Instrument No. 2016-0058333-00, in the County Clerk of Contra Costa County book , page , , of Official Records in the on: September 28, 2021 by Deputy Clerk office of the County Recorder of CONExpires 9/27/2026 Oakley Press No. 03- TRA COSTA County, State of California. 0477 86753 Publish dates: October 15, Executed by: JAMES OXFORD, AN UN22, 29, November 5, 2021. MARRIED MAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT NAME STATEMENT or other form of payment authorized File No. F-2021-0005806 The name of by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale the business(es): Just Roll With It in lawful money of the United States) Located at: 22 Susie Court In: Oakley, At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic CA 94561, is hereby registered by the Center near the grass located at 65 Civic following owner(s): Tracy Medina. This Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 All right, business is conducted by: An Individual. title and interest conveyed to and now The registrant commenced to transact held by it under said Deed of Trust in business under the fictitious business the property situated in said County name or names listed above on N/A. and State described as: AS MORE FULLY Signature of registrant: Tracy Medina- DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED Individual. This statement was filed DEED OF TRUST APN# 032-240-020-1 with the County Clerk of Contra Costa The street address and other common County on: September 28, 2021 by designation, if any, of the real propDeputy Clerk Expires 9/27/2026 Oakley erty described above is purported to Press No. 03-0477 86796 Publish dates: be: 4450 SANDMOUND BLVD, OAKLEY, October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 2021. CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness FICTITIOUS BUSINESS of the street address and other common NAME STATEMENT designation, if any, shown herein. Said File No. F-2021-0005923 The name sale will be made, but without covenant of the business: Anthony’s Garage or warranty, expressed or implied, Door Service Located at: 1600 Gamay regarding title, possession, or encumCircle In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby brances, to pay the remaining principal registered by the following owner(s): sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed Riley Edward Johnson. This business is of Trust, with interest thereon, as proconducted by: An Individual. The regis- vided in said note(s), advances, under trant commenced to transact business the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, under the fictitious business name charges and expenses of the Trustee or names listed above on 9/23/2021. and of the trusts created by said Deed Signature of registrant: Riley Edward of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid Johnson. This statement was filed with balance of the obligation secured by the County Clerk of Contra Costa County the property to be sold and reasonable on: 10/5/2021 by Deputy Clerk Expires estimated costs, expenses and advances 10/4/2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 at the time of the initial publication 86927 Publish dates: October 29, No- of the Notice of Sale is $ 267,767.01. vember 5, 12, 19, 2021. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERevidencing the obligations secured by SONAL PROPERTY the Deed of Trust and has declared all Notice is hereby given that pursuant sums secured thereby immediately due to Section 21700 of the Business and and payable, and has caused a written Professions Code, State of California, Notice of Default and Election to Sell to

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Dutch Slough from page 1A 1998, and I was looking to identify tidal marsh restoration opportunities,” said John Cain, then-conservation director for American Rivers, in a video produced by DWR in 2018. “When I walked along lower Marsh Creek, it was obvious to me that this was a relatively easy opportunity to restore a large area of tidal marsh for the benefit of fish and wildlife that have historically made their habitat in the Delta.” The Dutch Slough Tidal Restoration project site is located in Oakley and encompasses 1,187 acres in three parcels – Emerson to the west, Gilbert in the center and Burroughs to the east. The site is bound by Dutch Slough to the north, Marsh Creek to the west, the Contra Costa Canal to the south and Jersey Island Road to the east. Threats to the Dutch Slough restoration site didn’t end with the construction of levees. Before the City of Oakley incorporated in 2002, Contra Costa County planned to build 6,000 homes on the current restoration site, which had been used most recently as pasture land for dairy farms. After incorporation, city officials moved quickly to designate the area as open space. The plan that Cain envisioned took shape as DWR embarked on

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the largest wetland restoration project in the Delta. Purchase of the three parcels started in 2003 and eventually cost $28 million. The total cost for restoration is estimated at $71 million. The project was divided into two phases. Restoration of the Emerson and Gilbert parcels started in 2018 as the landscape was shaped to fit the design. Planting of thousands of Tule plants and other native sedges, shrubs and trees took up most of 2020. As the project developed, it began to look less like a dry, dusty construction site and more like a natural habitat. “Now it’s green and beautiful,” said DWR Project Manager Katie Bandy. “It’s kind of amazing (to see) how quickly that area came to life. The wildlife wasted no time as well. It’s been full of birds ever since we turned the water on. It’s been amazing to watch.” As a testament to the attractiveness of the area to wildlife, one of the first unofficial visitors to the site was a bear. Later spotted in other parts of Oakley and Discovery Bay in June, paw prints left in the dirt were conclusive evidence that the bear had at least passed through the area. The process of breaching the levees started last month and is expected to be complete in early November. Openings

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tion, the pediatric vaccine will require two shots at least three weeks apart to ensure maximum protection. Clinical trials have shown the efficacy of the shot for ages 5-11 to be 90.7% after receiving both shots. On Nov. 2, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) officially recommended the pediatric coronavirus vaccine for children 5-11, removing one of the last few roadblocks to the rollout. The Food and Drug Administration previously approved on Oct. 29 the emergency use of the Pfizer vaccine for children 5-11. “Together, with science leading the charge, we have taken another important step forward in our nation’s fight against the virus that causes COVID-19,” CDC Director Dr. Rochelle P. Walensky said in a Nov. 2 press release. “We know millions of parents are eager to get their children vaccinated and with this decision, we now have recommended that about 28 million children receive a COVID-19 vaccine.” Of those 28 million eligible children, an estimated 92,000 are Contra Costa residents between the ages of 5 and 11. The county expects initial demand for the vac-

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house has low-flow toilets and low-flow showers,” said Casey Wichert, assistant director of public works for the City of Brentwood. “All the low-hanging fruit from a water conservation standpoint is in place. Really, the only tool we have left is, ‘Don’t water your yard.’ And that’s a little more difficult to do.” “We don’t think there’s as much potential to decrease water use from a voluntary perspective. People just aren’t interested in taking out their yards unless you’re going to have a rebate program to pay them to do it, and we don’t have that anymore. We had that in 2015, and a lot of people took advantage of it. It would take some mandatory measure from the governor for us to find the funding to im-

in five places are planned, and bridges across the openings were to be completed before the breaches were made. But the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting supply chain delays changed the schedule. “The original plan was to build the bridges first on land and then breach after the bridges were constructed,” Bandy explained. “Now we’ve had to pursue the breaches and wait for our bridges to get here in January. Hopefully I get a Christmas surprise, and they’ll get here early.” Bandy said that funding for the project’s second phase – the restoration of the Burroughs parcel – has been secured, but a construction timeline hasn’t yet been solidified. “If I was to throw a date out there, I’d say the earliest we’d go to construction would be 2023,” Bandy said. “There’s a reason this parcel is Phase 2. It’s a bit more challenging. We have our work cut out for us to figure out how to go about it.” A 55-acre lot adjacent to DWR’s project was set aside to be developed by the City of Oakley as a park. A preliminary design was approved by the city council in 2019, and the city is seeking grant money to help offset the estimated $60 million price tag, though development is expected to be completed in phases. “The 55-acre park will undoubtedly

cine to be high as parents seek to keep their children protected. However, the CDC recommendation is not the final step in the process to administer the shots. “If the CDC recommends the vaccine for the younger age group, it may take a couple of days until immunization clinics actually begin administering the pediatric vaccines,” the Nov. 1 county press release stated. “The Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup, a regional collaborative of scientists from several states, including California, with expertise in immunization and public health, must also weigh in after the CDC makes its decision.” Should all these hurdles be passed, the health department plans to host vaccine clinics at school sites with the help of regional healthcare providers such as John Muir Health, La Clinica

plement something like that again. That’s why we say it’s probably unlikely that voluntary reduction will ever get us to that 15% number.” The Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) declared a Stage 1 water shortage level in early July. That declaration included a request for a 10% voluntary water-use reduction – short of the governor’s 15% reduction goal – from its 500,000 customers in east and central Contra Costa County. “We have not changed our ask at this point,” said Jennifer Allen, CCWD director of public affairs. “The latest number we reported to the state was 9% savings. We thank customers for their conservation efforts.” Newsom issued his first drought

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become an incomparable community amenity and destination within the region,” said Oakley Mayor Sue Higgins. “This is a long-awaited project that we continue to work towards. Funding being the primary impediment to its development. Still I remain optimistic. The city has applied for an $8.5 million grant through the California Department of Parks and Recreation, and we’re happy to report we’re in the final selection process and hopeful for good news.” With the installation of the bridges expected to be complete in January, the first phase of the Dutch Slough Tidal Restoration project will come to a close. However, it may still be at least a year before the area will be open to the public as agreements regarding its operation need to be reached between DWR, the City of Oakley and the East Bay Regional Park District. “It’s been a pleasure to watch this place come to life,” Bandy said. “Before we breached the levees, we had all sorts of wildlife out there. Now breaching these levees, we get to bring the fish into the site. A good part of this is making fish food to go out into the main channels. (The tides) will carry it in and out. It’s exciting to have the fish component come to life.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net

and Kaiser Permanente. As of Nov. 1, Contra Costa Health Services projected the ability to offer the shot at vaccine clinics by Saturday, Nov. 6. CCHS Public Information Officer Karl Fischer confirmed on Nov. 3, after the CDC recommendation was announced, that the timetable remained unchanged, providing no delays occurred with the approval process. Decisions from the Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup and California Department of Public Health were still needed at press time. Both Contra Costa Health Services and the CDC encourage parents to check with their child’s healthcare provider about any questions or concerns regarding the vaccine. Additional information can also be found online at www.cchealth.org. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

emergency declaration in April. It impacted the Russian River watershed including Sonoma and Mendocino counties. Throughout the spring and summer, more counties were included in the drought emergency. On Oct. 19, he added the last eight counties to the declaration, and at the same time he gave the State Water Resource Control Board (SWRCB) the ability to ban wasteful water practices including the use of potable water for washing sidewalks and driveways. Ailene Voisin, SWRCB public information officer, noted that the agency was not limited to the actions identified by the governor. But to date, the agency has not approved any statewide mandatory restriction on water use. At the same time the governor was

expanding the water board’s power to restrict water use, the SWRCB lifted a ban on pumping from the Delta that took effect on Aug. 20. The action was prompted by the heavy rain that was in the forecast. That rain did materialize over several days in late October. “We are optimistic that the rainy pattern will continue,” said Dan Muelrath, general manager of the Diablo Water District. “Now that the first large storm of the season has saturated the ground, additional rain and snow will result in runoff to the state’s reservoirs. For now, we are maintaining that customers should always be efficient with their water use as we never know when this drought will end or the next one will start.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net

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ovember is a special time for the nation’s veterans. While Memorial

Day honors fallen soldiers and service people, Veterans Day, which takes place each November, is an opportunity to commemorate the efforts of all who have been in the armed forces, with a special emphasis on living veterans. While people are encouraged to thank veterans throughout the year, Veterans Day is a particularly poignant time to show your appreciation for the men and women of the military. Veterans Day takes place on November 11 and marks an important moment in history. On November 11, 1918, World War I, known at the time as ‘The Great War,’ unofficially ended when an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, took place between Germany and the Allied nations on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. World War I ended on paper when the Treaty of Versailles was

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Veterans Day, which takes place each November, is an opportunity to commemorate the efforts of all who have been in the armed forces, with a special emphasis on living veterans. signed on June 28, 1919. In November 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Armistice Day became a federal holiday in the United States in 1938. However, after subsequent wars, including World War II and the Korean War, veterans’ service organizations lobbied for

Armistice Day to be revised so it would be more inclusive of all veterans. On June 1, 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation to strike the word ‘Armistice’ from the holiday’s name in favor of ‘Veterans.’ Since then, November 11 has been known as ‘Veterans Day’ and has honored veterans of all wars. Veterans Day was moved to the fourth Monday in October for seven years under the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, which sought to ensure three-day weekends for federal employees by celebrating certain national holidays on Mondays. But since November 11 bore such significance, many states disapproved and continued to observe the holiday on November 11. In 1975, President Gerald Ford signed legislation to return the observation of Veterans Day to November 11 beginning in 1978. Should the day fall on a Saturday or Sunday, the federal government observes the holiday on the previous Friday or following Monday, respectively, according to History.com. The United States isn’t the only country to celebrate its veterans. Canada, Great Britain, Australia, and France also commemorate the veterans of World War I and II on or near November 11 as Remembrance Day or Remembrance Sunday. – Courtesy Metro Creative

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ot only does the Trilogy Vineyards Veterans Association help veterans,

but it also lets non-veterans join the group. And one of the most passionate nonveterans in the group of about 50 -- the largest active group in Contra Costa County and one of the few that allows non-veterans to enter its ranks -- is TVVA Commander Mark Carter’s son. One of the group’s non-veterans, Carter joined because of his son, Medal of Honor recipient Ty Carter. Mark Carter said his passion for helping veterans is largely inspired by his son’s service. “I’m just somebody’s dad, and my excitement for assisting veterans was brought on by that,” he said. Carter joined the group 18 months ago, when past commander and Navy veteran Steve Farber made the decision to allow nonveterans to join. “I’m responsible for getting him into the organization because Mark had never served in the military,” said Farber, one of the group’s founding members. “One of the things I did as commander was to allow non-veterans into the association because I felt anyone interested in helping veterans deserved to be in the organization.” Carter said the veterans group is great at helping veterans who have come back from deployment, recently left the military, or just need help. They offer assistance to homeless veterans through Stand Down on The Delta, a four-day event offering homeless veterans a variety of medical, housing, employment and counseling services. Though the event was canceled in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, plans are already in place to host the renamed Stand Up on the Delta event in June, 2022. TVVA assists veterans in earning college degrees, buying books and obtaining laptops through programs available at Los Medanos College in Pittsburg and Las Positas College in Livermore. They support Fisher House at Travis Air Force base, a place of comfort for families to stay when a loved one is hospitalized.

The Trilogy Vineyards Veterans Association will host two Veterans Day ceremonies, a flag raising at 7 a.m. that will include reveille played over loudspeakers and speeches from some of the group’s members; and a flag retreat at 5 p.m. These will take place at Club Los Meganos, 1700 Trilogy Parkway, in Brentwood. For more information, or to donate, call 925-809-7180 or visit www.trilogyvet.com. The group also supports the Martinez Veterans Association outpatient program, and Tony La Russa’s Pets and Vets program, which provides emotional support animals for veterans dealing with PTSD, traumatic brain injuries, anxiety and severe depression. They donate to the Livermore Veterans Home, and Dignity’s Alcove, where homeless veterans can find transitional housing and supplies. They support the Red Cross by hosting blood drives three or four times a year, and have stayed active virtually throughout the pandemic. “We are really dedicated to helping veterans in need,” Farber said. “We are a nonprofit and every dollar we raise goes to helping a veteran in need. We raise a lot of money and a lot of that is because of where we live. We are lucky to live here in a resort community and this entire community supports that, whether you’re a veteran or not. The respect we have for veterans here is unbelievable.” For a list of other Veterans Day events, see page 11A To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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tarting on Friday, Nov. 5, residents can apply for the first-come, first-served banner

program in honor of local veterans. Every year for the past five years, the City of Brentwood has hosted a program in which individuals can pay for a banner with the image of a relative, friend, or resident who served in the military to be hung on lamp posts in Veterans Park.

“The banners get hung before Memorial Day, and they are displayed in Veterans Park for about six months, and on Veterans Day they get taken down,” explained recreation supervisor Ben Keisic. The banners, which cost $75 and are given to those who initially purchased them at the end of the display period, are meant to honor and recognize residents who have served in the military. Registration for the banners to be put up in 2022 will open on Nov. 5 and remain open until April 22, 2022. Those who apply will be able to look forward to seeing their loved one displayed in Veterans Park on one of the lamp posts. Anyone who is unable to have their

banner displayed due to lack of room or too many applications will be waitlisted until the following year. The number of banners is based on the number of lamposts in the park -- 32.

“It’s a great way to honor active military or someone who is a veteran, whether it is a friend or family member,” Keisic said. “It gives a personal family feel to our park.” “I think it is pretty cool,” he added. “My father is a retired Navy, and I did a banner for my grandfather last year and I plan on doing a banner for my father this year.” Anyone hoping to provide a treat to their family members or friends this holiday season might want to look at the banner program as a way in which they can show their love and appreciation for local veterans. For more information, visit the City of Brentwood website at: www.brentwoodca.gov.

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Healthcare from page 4B spouses and dependents if the veteran is rated permanently and totally disabled or died due to a service-connected disability or died during active duty and the dependents are not eligible for TRICARE benefits. It acts like a Medigap plan – Medicare always pays first, then CHAMPVA. There are no premiums, no networks, no copays, and drug benefits are built in. It is not recommended that a CHAMPA Beneficiary enroll in an MA/ MAPD plan. Do veterans need Medicare Part D? No. Veterans who have coverage through the VA, CHAMPVA or TRICARE already have prescription drug coverage at least as good as Medicare Part D (also known

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ial – words that most Americans like my seatmate don’t always associate with a veteran. After WWII, nearly 50% of veterans owned their own business. There is still work to do. While many veterans thrive in their post-service years, others struggle. veterans continue to be over-represented in the homeless population, court system, substance misuse disorders, and suicide deaths. These are hard problems, but they are solvable ones. For the past 20 years, Americans have claimed we support our troops, but how we choose to treat our veterans over the next few years will be the measure of whether we meant it or not. As a nation, we put an impossible burden on a small group of men and women who volunteered to serve – fully knowing the hazards of their chosen profession. If we are truly grateful for their service, we will invest in those individuals who have invested so much in our freedoms. Each generation of veterans has shown time and time again, that when they thrive, our communities, and our nation, thrives as well. – Joseph Reagan Joseph Reagan is the director of military and veterans outreach for national nonprofit Wreaths Across America. The organization’s mission – remember, honor, teach – is carried out in part each year by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies in December at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as thousands of veterans’ cemeteries and other locations in all 50 states and beyond.

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This Fall seems a little different. Our business is busier than ever. Our phones are ringing off the hook. We are talking to people of all walks of life. But so many of them seem to be feeling a little extra stressed. One client just lost her husband, suddenly and unexpectedly. She said, I just lost a bit over half my income, but my bills didn’t get cut in half. On top of that, she has the expenses of the service. They talked about taking care of that expense ahead of time, but they didn’t expect “the time” to come so soon. Another client called in saying she is working at Target to make ends meet. She is 74 years old, and they just switched her to night shift – the closing shift. She told them that she didn’t think that was good for them or good for her. Her 28-year-old manager told her that that was the shift that was available and if she didn’t want to work that shift, she didn’t have to work at Target. Perhaps a management course is in order. Another client is working at Walmart. She doesn’t tell her friends that she “has to work there”. She is worried all the time that someone she knows is going to walk in. I told her working for a paycheck is something to be proud of, that she could hold her head up high knowing she is doing an honest day’s work. I do understand how she feels though, I just wish she didn’t have to feel that way. She spent her working life managing an insurance office. Another client got rid of cable and her home phone and stopped going out to her weekly lady’s lunch. She said it was usually a $50.00 tab by the end of the lunch and she just couldn’t afford $200 a month. Her girlfriend said she would pay, she would even give the money to her before the lunch so no one would know, but my client is too embarrassed. You know what, I AM MAD!! A reverse mortgage would solve every one of these situations. Allowing every one of these people to enjoy their retirement, have financial security, and feel safe without having to leave a job at midnight walking through a parking lot. But each one of these people said, “I was afraid to call because of the things I have heard”. Knowing the answer I asked, ‘what have you heard?’. My friend said I would lose my home. My husband said the bank would own our home, and then take it when we die. My Uncle said they could kick me out, whenever they wanted. My kids said, ‘but what about our inheritance’. Let me just start with the basics. ♦ As long as you pay your property taxes, your homeowner’s insurance, your HOA, if any, and you live in and maintain your home, NO ONE CAN MAKE YOU LEAVE YOUR HOME due to your reverse mortgage. ♦ You own your home, not the bank. You own it exactly the way you do now!

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Your heirs inherit your house, not the bank. No one can kick you out of your home as long as you do the things listed above in #1. ♦ As for your kids…. Your money is your money for your health and safety and comfort, until the day you die, then it is theirs to worry about. Until then, they should not be worried about, or laying claim to, your money. You earned it through a lifetime of hard work. I will say most “kids” want their parents to be secure and spend their money. The parents ‘think’ the kids are thinking about their inheritance. Now let’s face the facts. Seniors are much more likely to have a traditional mortgage loan application rejected. It is a fact. It does not matter whether you are employed or not, whether you have great income, or low income, whether you live in a new house or an older home, you are more likely to be rejected for a traditional ‘forward’ mortgage. In different age groups the likelihood of having your mortgage application rejected varied but it was consistently higher than younger age groups. By age group, the percentage of seniors rejected for a new traditional forward mortgage due to debt-to-income ratios is astonishing. This means that their debt is too high for them to qualify to refinance their mortgage at a lower rate. They are paying the mortgage at the higher rate, which equates to a higher payment, and yet they cannot get a new loan to lower their payment. 75 years old+ = 18.7% were rejected; 65 years – 74 years old = 15.4%; Younger than 65 = 12.1% When seeking cash out from their homes using a traditional “forward mortgage” the rejection rates were even higher. 75 years old+ = 21.2%; 65 years old -74 years old = 15.6%; <65 years old = 11.4 Using HMDA data and 2019 Consumer Finances data, researchers found that rising consumer debt has played a big role in the likelihood of seniors being declined for mortgage loans. Senior debt has increased consistently over the last 20 years. In addition, coming into retirement more seniors have large mortgage debt than at any time in history. This is obviously an issue. Why are seniors accumulating large amounts of credit card and personal debt? And why do they have huge mortgages coming into retirement? One of my clients said it so well. He said “Beth, you have no idea how scary it is when you have no more income, just outgo, and that outgo shrinks with every passing day”. Often the loss of a spouse exacerbates the problems seniors face. One income is suddenly gone. The last thing someone wants to dwell on is ‘how am I going to pay my bills’ and yet that is exactly what they must spend their time focusing on at the most inopportune time. Equity extraction has become a way of life, a way of living, a means to ‘make it to the end’. The problem with traditional forward mortgages is what I just described. Seniors are frequently rejected for the very loan they need, for the very reason they need it. Even though, in many cases, they have been making a higher payment successfully. We all know that expenses just keep increasing, from PG&E to cable, to cell phones and Christmas gifts. Let’s not even mention the cost of bread, meat, milk, and eggs, yet seniors are unable to take money out of their home, unable to access their equity. And are too scared to consider a reverse mortgage. What is so frustrating, is when I meet these clients

Beth Miller-Rowe has been in the mortgage industry for 38 years specializing in reverse mortgages for the past 12 years. Beth has degrees in economics and business administration. they are often on the “brink” because they were still uncomfortable calling me because of “what they have heard”. Please, call me today. Educate yourself. If a reverse mortgage is right for you, great! If it isn’t, that is totally okay too! And you will have made an educated decision. No pressure. No obligation.. The best time to think through solutions is before the crisis. Call me, let’s chat. No pressure and no obligation. Zoom, phone, email, or in person, let’s set something up. – Advertorial

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*Reverse mortgages are loans offered to homeowners who are 62 or older who have equity in their homes. The loan programs allow borrowers to defer payment on the loans until they pass away, sell the home, or move out. Homeowners, however, remain responsible for the payment of taxes, insurance, maintenance, and other items. Nonpayment of these items can lead to a default under the loan terms and ultimate loss of the home. FHA insured reverse mortgages have an up front and ongoing cost; ask your loan officer for details. These materials are not from, nor approved by HUD, FHA, or any governing agency. **American Pacific Mortgage Corporation is not financial service company or licensed tax advisors; the material provided is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, tax and/or mortgage advice. Although the material is deemed to be accurate and reliable, there is no guarantee it is without errors. We are not financial or tax advisors, please contact your financial professional for your personal financial situation.