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Recession Cuts Into Cerritos Revenue City continues to move forward despite shortfall.

percent reduction. The Cerritos Auto Square declined by $204.2 million in 2008, a 21 percent reduction. He said the decline in By Jerry Bernstein retail sales is estimated to result in a $2.5 million reduction in peaking before members sales tax revenue for the city in of the Cerritos Regional f i s c a l year 2008-10 adding Chamber of Commerce that with the defeat at the annual State of the of all the proposiCity Luncheon May 21, tions (but one) City Manager Art Galin the recent lucci described the city statewide financial condition as election, sound even with the the state recession, a reducmight tion in sales tax revtake $1.2 enue and a probmillion of able additional Cerritos raid on city funds property by the state. The tax revproposed budget enue. of $87 million is On the a balance budget bright side, and the city’s as- Cerritos City Manager Art Gallucci he said sessed valuation is [l-r] and Mayor Bruce Barrows Nordstrom $7,283,324,544. confer at State of City Luncheon held DepartGallucci said in the Sierra Room of the Cerritos ment Store the bad news Center for the Performing Arts. is building was overall retail sales tax for fiscal See State of the City year 2008-09 has declined by an estimated $27.1 million, a 10 CONTINUED ON 8

2009 Miss Artesia and Miss Artesia Teen Crowned By Larry Caballero

ore than 400 family members and friends were among the invited guests at the Artesia Community Center on May 22 to celebrate the city of Artesia’s 50th Anniversary at the 2009 Miss Artesia and Miss Artesia Teen Pageant. Pageant Director Linda Gonzalez said that this year’s pageant was “the biggest we’ve ever had in the seven years that I have been the director. Our theme for the pageant was the Fabulous Fifties in celebration of the city’s 50th anniversary.” Gonzalez wanted to wish each of the beautiful contestants “the best of luck! It was a great pleasure to have them participate in this year’s pageant activities.” Gonzalez said the ages of the 18 contestants range from 13 for a Miss Teen contestant, up to 25 for a Miss Artesia contestant. The judges considered the contestants after each was interviewed, gave an onstage speech, answered a question from the judges and the way they presented themselves on stage in their gowns.

Cerritos Observes Memorial Day

Laying a Memorial Wreath at the Cerritos Veteran’s Memorial are members of the Southern California Philippine-US Veteran Association. Looking on are members of the Cerritos City Council and Major David C. Morris, 1st Combat Engineers Battalion out of Camp Pendleton and [not shown] Artesia-Cerritos Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1846.

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{l-r} Top row: Artesia Teen Princesses Marisa Romo, Jazmine Lucero, Mayor Pro Tem Tony Lima, Artesia Princesses Kandice Perez, Lorraine Llamas. Bottom row {l-r}: Miss Artesia Teen Emily Gilliland, Miss Artesia Jackie Skiles. Photo courtesy of Kristin Keiser “The gowns had to be age appropriate,” said Gonzales. No questions on religion, politics, or race were allowed. “We don’t need any controversy in our pag-

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Hawaiian Garden residents filled the city council chamber to capacity, venting their anger and disgust at the way the media had described the city in the recent gang bust throughout Southern California at the City Council meeting May 27. They were particular incensed with media reports that one in 15 people living in Hawaiian Gardens was a gang member. That statement was said by Sal Hernandez, the FBI’s top agent in Los Angeles and quoted throughout the media. The residents stated that was not true, and accused the Lakewood Sheriff deputies who patrol the city streets of holding a grudge against city residents because of the killing of Deputy Jerry Ortiz by a Varrio Hawaiian Garden gang member four years ago. U.S. Attorney Thomas P.

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Hawaiian Gardens Residents Refute Gang Designation by Media

By Jerry Bernstein

It is the soldier, not the reporter Who has given us freedom of speech. It is the soldier, not the campus organizer, Who has given us the freedom to demonstrate. It is the soldier Who salutes the flag, Who serves beneath the flag, And whose coffin is draped by the flag, Who allows the protester to burn the flag.

eant.” After several hours of competition and judging, the winners were finally announced:

O’Brien, speaking at a news conference at the Lakewood Sheriff’s Station where Ortiz had been assigned, described the case as the largest gang bust in the country’s history. Resident said arrests were made in 30 cities. They didn’t understand why Hawaiian Gardens was singled out. Hawaiian Gardens Mayor Michael Gomez said there have been many questions about the city’s role in the probe. He said the operation was the culmination of a four-year investigation that included the Attorney Generals Office, the FBI, ATF, and the IRS Criminal Investigation office. He said there were 80 locations under investigation with only 20 that were located in Hawaiian Gardens. “The day the operation began he was called

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ERUSD State Preschool Openings El Rancho Unified School District is accepting applications for admission to the State Preschool Program. The openings are available at Maizeland, Meller, North Ranchito, South Ranchito, Obregon, Birney, Durfee, Magee, Rio Vista, Rivera, and Valencia Elementary Schools. The programs operate two sessions—9:00-12:00 and 1:00-4:00pm, Monday through Friday. Children must be three years old by December 2, 2008 to participate. Priority will be given to children that will be 4 years of age by December. This program will participate in the Child Care Food Program. All children in attendance will be offered a snack, at no separate charge, and there will be no physical segregation of or other discrimination against any child because of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or ability to pay. For further information concerning the program, applications, or eligibility guidelines, please call the State Preschool Office at (562)801-5117 from 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. This is a N.A.E.Y.C. accredited program.

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Rio Hondo College Auditions for Musical “Godspell” WhittierThe Rio Hondo College Theatre Department will begin auditions for a summer presentation of Godspell, the musical made famous in the 1970’s. Actors, crew and stage manager roles will be available for this new production. Acting participants should have a short song prepared for the audition and they may also need to prepare a one-minute monologue and some improvisation. Godspell, the original play, opened off Broadway on May 17, 1971, and has played in various touring companies and revivals many times since. Several cast albums have been released over the years and one of its songs, "Day By Day" from the original cast album, reached #13 on the Billboard pop singles chart in the summer of 1972.

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est Auto Mall that has been our fiscal been selected for the 2008-09 Title I Aca“Saving Grace.” demic Achievement Award. Each school Art is the Man who listens to ALL had to meet federal criteria and improve the People of our community. Trust me, if you call City Hall and ask to speak to student achievement to earn the designathe City Manager, you will get Art on the tion. By Randy Economy “As a former teacher, I am thrilled to phone ASAP. He is Cerritos. He is soI have been thinking a lot about the fis- phisticated, yet unassuming. He is sharp present this recognition to the teachers, cal mess we are facing here in California, on his feet, and is someone every local parents and students that have worked so and what in the world WE can offer up as city manager aspires to become. He is a hard to meet the requirements of the proa solution to rescue our beloved Golden Diplomat amongst sometime shaken egos, gram and to motivate themselves to excel,” and speaks with pride and knowledge. State. Having to bal- said Assemblyman Mendoza. “As a memI can’t sit and watch ance a City Coun- ber of the state legislature, I am proud to California fall into the PaSomething on your mind? cific Ocean because of our Email to editor@cerritosnews. cil and a city staff, represent a district that has eight schools law enforcement that met or exceeded expectations.” ineffective and out of touch net. Letters and opinions do agencies, employpoliticians in Sacramento The state named William F. Elliott not represent the viewpoint of ee unions, 55,000 any longer. We gotta’ get a Elementary of Artesia, Jersey Avenue Eland the Editor, the Editor reserves residents, plan, man. Wait. I got it. the right to edit for length and an amazing wife ementary of Santa Fe Springs, Cresson It’s time to send in re(Joann) and fam- Elementary of Norwalk, William W. Orr grammar. inforcement. Not the Naily is a tough gig. Elementary of Norwalk, Julia B. Morrison tional Guard or the Army Art makes it look Elementary of Norwalk, Arthur F. Corey into Sacramento. I have a better idea. We need to send in Cerritos fun and actually enjoyable. Just think of Elementary of Buena Park and Gordon H. City Manager Art Gallucci to fix Sacra- what he could do to get Sacramento under Beatty Elementary of Buena Park as recipcontrol? mento. I want us to think about renaming Cer- ients of the award for the 56th Assembly Let’s face reality; no one up THERE ritos Park East in honor of Art Gallucci. District. really has a clue on how to run our State. Art Gallucci Park, or Art Park. I like the The Governor is toast. The 30-Year-Olds sound of that. It’s the least we can do, as running the State Assembly are all too soon as he gets back from his “summer young and too inexperienced to fix anything, and the termed out State Senate vacation” in Sacramento. Your thoughts? cares more about “leaving Sacramento,” Email me at rreconomy@cerritosnews. 1-800-901-7211 collecting their pensions, instead of hang- net www.loscerritosnews.net ing around to fix the mess they created Email editor@cerritosnews.net when they were first elected eight years Phone 562.407.3873 earlier. P.O. Box 788, Artesia, CA 90702 Yep, time to send in the “A” Team to Sacramento for the next six months to lead President/PublisherBrian Hews us out of this fiscal dark forest. General ManagerLinda Bock Can you imagine what California EditorJery Bernstein could accomplish under the tight, fiscally Production ManagerChris Svensk creative reign of Art Gallucci? Can you Sports EditorLoren Kopff imagine what could get accomplished on Assemblymember Tony Mendoza (DStaff WritersChris Callard the Floor of the State Assembly or Senate Norwalk) met with teachers, parents and Glen Creason, Shelley Hendersen, Larry with Gallucci’ running’ the joint? students at William F. Elliott Elementary Caballero First of all, we would understand how in Artesia this morning to present a state big our budget crisis “actually” is, instead recognition for earning the 2008-2009 TiThe Los Cerritos Community News is published weekly and delivered to Artesia, Cerritos and surrounding of the current system of drawing numbers tle 1 Academic Achievement Award. Princommunities.The Los Cerritos Community News has been out of a hat everyday in the State Capitol cipal Beth Bray, Deputy Superintendent established as a newspaper of general cir-culation in Los Basement Cafeteria that determines how Dr. Mary Su and Mike McCoy, special Angeles County. Based on this legal status we are eligible to publish Legal Notices and Fictitious Business Name much California is in debt on that particu- projects manager with the District, joined Statements. Published and copyrighted by Eastern County lar day. the Assemblymember during a student Newspaper Group,Inc. Reproduction in whole or part of For his ENTIRE adult life, Art Gal- rally to accept the recognition. any material in the Community News without permission of the publisher is prohibited. © 2009 lucci has been dedicated to the people of Only 200 California schools have this community. I first met Art in 1970, in the trailers at Cerritos City Hall on Pioneer Blvd. Art was hip, young, 25-ish. I was like nine “Get Results..Not LEGAL Excuses!” years old back then. My parents Dick and Ready for Amnesty? Rosemary Economy immediately fell in love with Art. He was "an up and comer" Out-Of-Status • WP / SSN / DL in a city that was nothing but cows, a bilObama Amnesty Program lion flies, and a Field of Dreams seven Citizen Marriage & GC • Border X-ing Case Filing miles wide! 245-I • CSS/LULAC Refiling Art’s first job was to oversee the conGreen Card Marriage Problem struction of all of our Parks here in CerF-1 / M-1 Student Visa ritos. A Masterful job. 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Five-story office building in the Cerritos Towne Center nears completion A five-story office building developed by addition to contributing to the aesthetic Transpacific Development Company in the character of the building, the sculpture was Cerritos Towne Center specifically incorporatis expected to be comed into the architectural pleted early this June. design of the building When finished, the to comply with the prooffice building will add visions of the City’s Art approximately 91,334 in Public Places Prosquare feet of comgram. The prominent mercial office space to placement of the sculpthe Towne Center. It ture on top of the buildis anticipated that the ing symbolically repreproject will create apsents the City’s ongoing proximately 350 new commitment to public This new Towne Center office building will jobs in the City and proart, further establishing create approximately 350 new jobs in the City. vide an estimated $77 the City of Cerritos as a million of additional revenue for the City/ culturally rich community and the Towne Redevelopment Agency over the lifetime Center as a regional destination. of the lease. The dome structure and spire represent a The building’s architectural design creative collaboration between the building’s serves as a focal point within the Towne architect John Spohrer and sculptor Lyle Center by combining art and architecture London. The four geometric arrays on the to form a new Cerritos landmark. The dome are composed of 12 aluminum bands. building’s design features an artistic dome These bands create the transparent surface of structure accented with a sculpture called the dome, which is crowned by the stainless “Undulating Spire.” The sculpture is afsteel sculpture “Undulating Spire.” Once fixed to the top of the building, establishcompleted, computer-controlled LED lights ing its prominence among other notable will create the illusion of the dome hovering buildings within the Towne Center. In over the building at night.

Discount pricing at the CCPA offered for groups of 20 or more 7; and Kartik Seshadri on Saturday, May 8. Businesses interested in treating their The CCPA’s new season also includes employees or clients to a show at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts receive four Broadway shows. “The Rat Pack is Back!,” a special tribute to the 1950s, will a discount when 20 or more tickets to a be performed on Friday, October 9, Saturperformance are purchased. day, October 10 and Sunday, October 11. Ten-time Grammy winner George BenTony nominee “The Wedding Singer” will son opens the Cerritos Center for the be performed on Friday, November 21, SatPerforming Arts’ 2009-2010 season in “An Unforgettable Tribute to Nat King Cole” on urday, November 22 and Sunday, November 23. Based on the hit movie, Saturday, September 12. the show follows a wanna-be The season continues with rock star making a living as a a lineup of top vocal, dance, wedding singer. Broadway and comedy enter“Avenue Q,” the hilaritainers perfect for groups of ous and risque Tony-winner 20 or 200. featuring people and puppets Great performers in the new will be performed on Friday, season include Kool & The January 29, Saturday, January Gang on Friday, September 18; 30 and Sunday, January 31. Creedence Clearwater RevisThe five-time Tony award ited on Saturday, September winner “The Drowsy Chap19; Dave Brubeck Quartet erone,” which chronicles the on Thursday, September 24; story of a shy loner who is Gladys Knight on Friday, transported to a 1920s dreamSeptember 25; Bill Cosby on Ten-time Grammy winner world, will be performed on Sunday, September 27; Sergio George Benson opens the Mendes on Friday, October 2; new season on September 12. Friday, March 5, Saturday, March 6 and Sunday, March 7. the Bangles on Friday, October Ticket orders for the 2009-2010 season can 16; Yamato on Saturday, October 17; Keola be placed on-line at www.cerritoscenter.com, and Moana Beamer With Raiatea Helm on by mail or by phone. Order forms can also Saturday, October 31; pianist Jim Brickman on Wednesday, November 4; “The Irish Ten- be dropped off at the CCPA Ticket Office during regular business hours of 10 a.m.ors Holiday Show” on Wednesday, Decem6 p.m., Monday through Friday and 12-4 ber 9; “An Andy Williams Christmas” on Monday, December 14 and Tuesday, Decem- p.m. on Saturday. To receive a brochure or to learn more about ber 15; “A Lee Greenwood Christmas” on the CCPA programs, call the CCPA Ticket OfFriday, December 18; guitarist Keb’ Mo’ on fice at (800) 300-4345 or (562) 916-8500. Saturday, January 16; Darren Williams and Dale Kristien With Special Guest Bill Hutton on Saturday, February 7; The Chieftains on Friday, February 19; Acoustic Alchemy and Business News Bob James on Friday, February 26; “A Night With The Stars of Doo Wop” Featuring Jay The City of Cerritos Business News is Siegel & The Tokens, Kenny Vance & The published on a quarterly basis to proPlanotones, and Frankie Lymon’s Teenagers vide information to companies based in on Saturday, February 27; Sarah Chang on Cerritos. Sunday, February 28; The Vienna Boys Choir City information is also available by on Sunday, March 14; Boney James on Satcalling Redevelopment/Economic Develurday, March 20; BeauSoleil Avec Michael opment Administrator Metré Anthony Doucet and Hot 8 Brass Band on Friday, at (562) 916-1208, or by visiting the April 2; Mountain and Edgar Winter Group City’s website at www.ci.cerritos.ca.us. on Saturday, April 3; Dulsori on Friday, May SM

Cerritos businesses must obtain permit prior to pruning trees A tree pruning permit is required for any entity wishing to prune or trim trees within commercial, industrial and multi-family zoned areas, as well as common areas within all residential developments that are governed by homeowners associations. In addition, all tree trimmers working in the City of Cerritos must have a Cerritos business license. Cerritos business owners who wish to trim their trees should contact the City’s Public Works department to obtain a $150 tree pruning permit. As part of the permit process, the City will send a certified arborist to the business, who will talk with your tree-trimming contractor to explain the proper tree trimming techniques, which are established by the International Society of Arboriculture to promote tree health and stability. The certified arborist will also inspect the trees after they are pruned to ensure proper pruning. Proper tree-trimming techniques include removing no more than 25 percent of a tree’s foliage or mass. Penalties will be imposed for improper tree trimming activities pursuant to Chapter 9.75 of the Cerritos Municipal Code. For more information on tree care or to obtain a tree pruning permit, contact the Cerritos Public Works Department at (562) 916-1220.

Smart car dealership now open in Cerritos “Smart center Cerritos,” recently opened at the northeast corner of 183rd Street and Studebaker Road. The “smart fortwo” car (the basic model) is only eight feet long and five feet tall, and two of the cars can fit in one parking space. The car is up to 95 percent recyclable at the end of its lifecycle, and emits up to 50 percent fewer pollutants than a traditional vehicle. The “smart fortwo” also offers interchangeable bodypanels in various colors. For more information, visit www. smartcentercerritos.com.

“Smart center Cerritos” is located at the northeast corner of 183rd Street and Studebaker Road.

Commercial/Industrial Property Listing Information Sought Brokers are encouraged to call the City’s Redevelopment/Economic Development Administrator Metré Anthony at (562) 916-1208, or e-mail him at economic_development@ ci.cerritos.ca.us and share information about space available within Cerritos. Companies seeking retail, industrial or commercial space in Cerritos can also contact Mr. Anthony for information.

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FREE Family Arts Festival June 7 Friends of Arts Education and City of Cerritos present afternoon of arts activities for the entire family. The Friends of Arts Education (Friends), will host its annual Family Arts Festival on Sunday, June 7, from 12:00 noon to 4:00 PM at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts (CCPA). This full day of free arts activities for the entire family includes more than 20 performances on four stages plus handson activities for all ages. The festival offers something for everyone including theater, puppetry, storytelling, Taiko drumming, Appalachian mountain dancing, Classical music, dance from around the world (Cambodian, Chinese, Hawaiian, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Mexican, Native American, and Nigerian cultures), and even a Musical Zoo. All entertainment is FREE OF CHARGE, giving families a chance to experience the magic of both professional and community-based music, dance, and theater. A large interactive area offers young artists the opportunity to make instruments and try their hand at visual arts, or enjoy face painting and other activities. Children can learn about cultures from

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we have a few bad apples, but what city doesn’t. He pointed to Long Beach and said they have a big gang problem, more so than Hawaiian Gardens, but all we hear is Hawaiian Gardens. He said, “We are a good city.” Councilwoman Michiko OyamaCanada agreed and said she didn’t believe for every 15 residents there was a gang member. Lakewood Captain Christy Guyovich told those present that the Sheriff’s Department initiated the investigation, but had to call in federal officers because the Department could not do the investigation alone. The Fed’s took over the investigation. “The city did not know this operation was happening until the very end. The Lakewood Station only provided the site for the press conference but did not know what would be said.” She said their mission was to go out after the leaders of the gang. The various agencies took what we gave them and ran with it, ultimately indicting 147 people. The Grand jury legally indicted them and the Sheriff’s Department was part of the investigation team. She pointed out that there was not just one gang but many others involved in the investigation. “It was not just in Hawaiian Gardens,” she stated, “It was all over Los Angeles County, Riverside County with 30 other cities affected by this operation.” The residents were not satisfied and accused the councilmember’s of being out of touch with the community. They wanted to know why their complaints about harassment by sheriff deputies were not investigated and taken to Lakewood. They said if the deputies didn’t like the way they were dressed they were accused of being gang members. ”They’re supposed to make our streets safe, not make us afraid to go out on them.” Capt Guyovich said the Lakewood Station does not get many complaints from Hawaiian Gardens. At this point the council was accused of not being in touch with the community. “You need to reach out to us,” was the basis of the comments.

COMMUNITY NEWS GROUP • MAY 29, 2009 7 sian National Orchestra, and the String Orchestra of New York City are a few highlights from the new season’s Masterworks Series. Dance Series attractions include Lula Washington Dance Theatre and Danish Dance Theater. The CCPA’s Sierra Nights shows offer affordable and casual entertainment with performances Ticket orders can be placed online, by The Naked Eye, Peter Tork and Shoe by mail, phone, or in person at the Suede Blues, and Sligo Rags. Patrons can save up to 42 percent off Cerritos Center for the Performing regular ticket prices by subscribing to one Arts ticket office. of the seven CCPA series: Swing, Opera, Recital, Masterworks, Broadway, Dance, The Cerritos Center for the Performand Robert Kapilow’s What Makes It ing Arts (CCPA) is pleased to unveil an Great? With the popular Choose Your exciting lineup for the 2009-2010 season, Own Season package, patrons receive a which commences on Saturday, Septem10-percent discount and enjoy the flexber 12 at 8:00 PM with a performance ibility to customize their own season with by George Benson in An Unforgettable five or Tribute more to Nat perforKing mances Cole. of their Tenchoice. time GramPatrons my winner Benson pays homage to the can place a ticket-order request by mail, legend and legacy of the man who conby phone, or at www.cerritoscenter.com. quered the Pop charts in the ’50s and ’60s Patrons also can drop off order forms at with ballads such as Mona Lisa, Unforget- the Ticket Office during regular business table, and Ramblin’ Rose. hours. For more information about the The 2009-2010 season’s schedule CCPA’s programs, please call the Ticket is packed with powerful entertainers in Office at (562) 467-8818 or visit www. music, dance, Broadway, and comedy. cerritoscenter.com. Bill Cosby, The Bangles, the Vienna Boys Choir, and Boney James are some of the popular performers slated to grace the CCPA in the upcoming months. Special attractions feature Björn Again, The Music of Sam Cooke: The Cooke Book, Gershwin Sings Gershwin, and Hawaiian Generations. Favorite acts returning to the CCPA include the annual Colors of Christmas, Smooth Jazz Christmas, and Merry-Achi Christmas. Procedures Performed By The new season’s Broadway Series features the acclaimed musicals The Rat Dr. Terrisa Ha Pack Is Back!, The Wedding Singer, Avenue Q, and The Drowsy Chaperone. Obagi Products Available The Opera Series presents Don GioFace  Arms  Back  Underarms vanni, La Traviata, and H.M.S. Pinafore. The Swing Series showcases acts such Legs  Even Bikini Lines as Les Brown’s Band of Renown, Guy Lombardo’s Royal Canadians, and John SAFE  AFFORDABLE  PAINLESS Pizzarelli With Big Band in The Frank SiCall for a FREE Consultation natra Songbook. Performances by soprano Christine Brewer, pianist Pnina Becher, Offices of Terrisa Ha, M.D. ATOS Trio, and cellist Lynn Harrell and 5451 La Palma Ave. Ste 49 pianist Jon Kimura Parker enhance the Recital Series. Ying Quartet, the RusLa Palma, Ca 90623 • 714-736-9918

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(24.57) but those times were not among the top nine overall which qualifies for the Masters. “Nikki Perkins put us in position to win [the 4 x 400],” Aaron Craver said. “We knew we needed to be right around 59, 58 [seconds] and she did exactly what we needed her to do. We knew after the first leg, we had a good shot to win.” Norwalk senior Cindy Robinson, who advanced to the Masters last season, came in fourth place in the 200 meter dash with a time of 24.64 but did not advance. Gahr junior Crystal Moss and Perkins also finished in fourth place in the 400 meter dash (58.84) and 100 meter dash (12.26) respectively. In the high jump, Valley Christian sophomore Jesse Boom had a mark of 5’ 3”, good for fourth place in Division IV. “Coming into the season, we had to try and get the kids to buy into the program,” Aaron Craver said. “Some of the kids really believed they could go this far. We have the athletes; but getting them to believe they could do it was the hardest part. They know the tradition hasn’t been there in track and field as it has been in basketball.” The top five finishers in each event from tonight will move on to the state preliminaries on June 5 in Clovis.

Norwalk’s Season Ends at Home Again, Jimenez Throws Two-Hitter By Loren Kopff It wasn’t supposed to end this way for Norwalk’s softball team, which finally broke the barrier of not having a piece of the Suburban League title. A week after doubling up La Mirada in the regular season finale, the Lancers were hoping to build on the program’s best season in school history, but one hit quickly changed that. With two outs in the top of the sixth inning and Don Lugo’s Melanie Fagaly facing a 1-2 count, she launched a pitch from senior Stephanie Jimenez over the left center fence and it held up as the Lancers were upset 1-0 in a California Interscholastic Federation-Southern Section Division II first round game. It’s the third straight season Norwalk’s season has ended with a loss at home. Norwalk concludes the 2009 season at 19-9 overall, just the second time in three years that the Lancers have won 19 games and third in school history. “It was a great battle and Stephanie did a phenomenal job on the mound,” said

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Continued from page 13 knocked the hurler to the ground. Between innings, a noticeable bruise was seen just under her neck. But Jimenez stayed poised and didn’t allow another hit until Fagaly’s home run. Ironically, Fagaly had fouled off five pitches in her previous at-bat. Jimenez capped off her final game in a Norwalk uniform by striking out 14, walking two and yielding five base runners. Meanwhile, Don Lugo’s Trina Guillen was trying to match her counterpart and had allowed two hits through the first five innings while striking out seven. With one out in the bottom of the second, sophomore shortstop Anai Zarate reached on an error and went to third on a single from junior right fielder Jordan Ancona. But Norwalk’s golden opportunity came in the bottom of the sixth when Jimenez hit a line drive to right, which was followed by an infield single from sophomore second baseman Lorraine Fitzgerald. After that came a rocket to center from senior first baseman Michelle Contreras but with no outs, Jimenez was unable to score. “I think at first, [Jimenez] was coming in and then the way the outfielder moved in…you can replay it in your head all you want,” Gasporra said. “We just needed to score.” On the next pitch, sophomore catcher Claudia Torres forced Jimenez at home before Zarate lined out to second with pinch runner Courtney Fischer being doubled up. Again, the Lancers had a shot to score in the seventh with two outs and two on after senior left fielder Celina Hernandez blooped a single into shallow left. But Jimenez lined out to short and the dream of the school’s first 20-win season died. “This season was a great season,” Gasporra said. “This was the first time we’re hanging a banner at Norwalk, which was our first goal. Our second goal was to play at [Deanna Manning] Stadium on June 6, but you take one goal at a time. Our program keeps on growing.” One of the highlights for the Lancers this past season was defeating La Mirada at home; the Matadores have lost six league games since 2001 with half coming to Norwalk. The Lancers lose only Contreras, Hernandez and Jimenez along with utility player Cristina Jacobo and the prospects of

another league title, this time all to themselves, looks very bright in 2010. The only thing that it still undetermined is the status of Gasporra, who has an 86-64-1 record in six years at the varsity level and has improved her league record and league finish each year. Her son, who is an athlete at St. Paul High, will be a senior and she wants to see his games. “It’s still 50-50,” Gasporra said. “I would love to come back as an assistant just because of my son. It’s really tough to leave the program but it’s like family out here. I have my own family that I have to support. My dad helps me coach; he’s been out on the softball field since I was five, so it’s hard to leave. These girls are fantastic and even my lower classmen, you still want to stick around for them.”

USA Athletics Announces College Signings Gahr softball head coach Mike Rogers, who also heads the USA Athletics 18 Gold travel ball team, recently announced the colleges for nine of his players who will be graduating next month. Listed below are the players, the high schools which they will be graduating from and the colleges they will be attending. Alex Brown (Cypress High), Concord, West Virginia Michelle Contreras (Norwalk High), Undecided Kyla Javier (Pacifica High), Chapman University Chelsea Jewett (Torrance High), University of California, Davis Chelsea Limm (Torrance High), Biola University Devon Mercurrio (Lakewood High), California State University, East Bay Kirsten Milliner (San Pedro High), University of Redlands Daniella Scillia (Bishop Montgomery High), University of California, Santa Barbara Megan Smith (Peninsula High), St. Mary’s College Courtney Young (Peninsula High), Concordia University

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Fine Vintage Motown: Four Tops and Temptations Wow Cerritos By Glen Creason The answer to every ailment in society nowadays is “bad economy” and you could see it in effect over the weekend at Cerritos. Not that folks did not pack the place and spend their hard earned cash but they saved some dough and travel by performing a little staycation right here in Cerritos. Instead of traveling to Vegas for one of those big splashy, high voltage shows they just drove over to Center drive and got one here with no dazzle held back. The genre was R&B in the Motown style which was delivered with passion and certainly experience. On the docket were two of the biggest names from the era of driving beats, funky lyrics and lots of African-American style known by those of a certain vintage as the Tops and the Temps. The Four Tops and the Temptations have a legacy to protect and they make sure they are not giving their fans a wan rehash when they perform. On this night both groups gave it all they had and certainly pleased the faithful who stood frequently and once in a while actually clapped in time to the old favorites. To be fair, they participated pretty well and even sang verses when they were not even asked to do so. The Four Tops still have an original in Duke Fakir and some veterans along with Lawrence Payton Jr. who is second generation Tops. They played, as did the Temps in front of a full orchestra that included a knockout, eight man horn section. No need to experiment here and they did not but just played what they were bid

to do by the talking back crowd, including “Baby I Need Your Loving,” “Bernadette,” It’s the Same Old Song,” “Reach Out,” “Standing in the Shadows of Love,” and the gold-plated classic “I Can’t Help Myself” known by zillions as “Sugar Pie Honey Bunch.” There were lots more music and playful kidding from members but even the ballads did not resonate like the stuff we used to hear on KGFJ back in the day. The Temptations were all that and more. They also had an original in Otis Williams and an act that has sparkled for almost fifty years. Why fix it if it aint broke and the crisp choreography, energetic singing and wonderful songs are pretty good on their own but these guys are way better than just true to the spirit. They work hard and the songs sound fresh and powerful with the sweat up on stage plenty real from gents who have sung these songs hundreds of times. Part of the success is certainly the young powerhouse Bruce “Big Sexy” Williamson who is a sort of Department of Water and Power dynamo all on his own. Yet, all the members were marvelous singing and dancing with some all-time great songs like “How Sweet It Is to Be Loved by You,” “the Way You Do the Things You Do,” “Aint Too Proud to Beg,” “I Wish It Would Rain,” “Papa Was a Rolling Stone,” “Get Ready,” “Since I Lost My Baby,” “The Girls Alright With Me” and the one they will be tapping their feet to in the year four thousand “My Girl” that had every man woman and child singing along at the end.

CITY OF ARTESIA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City Council of the City of Artesia will hold the Regular City Council Meeting in the City Council Chambers of the Artesia City Hall, 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, California at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, June 8, 2009 to conduct a Public Hearing to consider the following item:

NOTICE OF A JOINT PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS AND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS

(NOTICIA PARA UNA AUDIENCIA PUBLICA) In accordance with the State of California Health and Safety Code Section 33431, notice is hereby given that City of Hawaiian Gardens and the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Hawaiian Gardens will conduct a joint public hearing pertaining to the item listed below: DATE OF HEARING: TIME OF HEARING: LOCATION OF HEARING:

HEARING ITEM:

TUESDAY, June 9, 2009 6:00 P.M., or soon thereafter City Council Chambers City of Hawaiian Gardens 21815 Pioneer Boulevard Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716

CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH HAWAIIAN GARDEN HOMES, LLC FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF UP TO 12 SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES AFFORDABLE TO VERY LOW AND LOWER INCOME HOUSEHOLDS

Copies of the proposed DDA and Summary Report prepared in accordance with California Health and Safety Code Section 33433 may be reviewed in the City Hall Lobby located at 21815 Pioneer Boulevard, Hawaiian Gardens, California between the hours of 8:00AM and 5:00PM, Monday through Friday. INVITATION TO BE HEARD Those persons desiring to testify in favor of or in opposition to the proposal listed above will be given an opportunity to do so at the public hearing. If you challenge the subject application in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence submitted to the City Council at, or prior to the public hearing. Further information may be obtained by contacting the City Administrator’s Office at (562) 420-2641, Ext. 201. Si desea obtener mas informacion, llame a la Oficina del Administrador Municipal (562) 420-2641, Ext. 201. Sue Underwood City Clerk

Case No. 2009-17

Artesia’s Downtown Design Guidelines 18747 Clarkdale Avenue City of Artesia, 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia CA 90701 A request for approval of the City of Artesia Downtown Design Guidelines. Case No. 2009-16

Tentative Parcel Map No. 70937 11727 Arkansas Street

Total Environmental Management Inc. 11727 Arkansas Street, Artesia CA 90701 A request for approval of a Tentative Parcel Map No. 70937 to consolidate three separate parcels of land into one (1) parcel of land for property located at 11727 Arkansas Street in the Light Manufacturing and Industrial (M-1) Zone. Case No. 2009-20

Code Amendment 18747 Clarkdale Avenue

City of Artesia, 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia CA 90701 A request for approval of a code amendment to amend the Artesia Municipal Code to allow ministerial approval of color improvements for all zones in the City of Artesia Case No. 2009-21

General Plan Amendment and Zone Map Amendment 18747 Clarkdale Avenue

City of Artesia, 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia CA 90701 A request for approval that includes the following two components: 1) General Plan Amendment: a request to amend the Land Use Element of the Artesia General Plan to change the land use designation from Commercial General to Low Density Residential for the properties located along the north side of Hibbing Street; and 2) Zone Map Amendment: a request to amend the Artesia Zoning Map to rezone properties located along the north side of Hibbing Street from Commercial General (C-G) to Single Family Residential (R-1) Zone. If you challenge this action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in the notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. All interested persons are invited to attend this hearing and express their opinion on the matter listed above.

PUBLISHED: May 29, 2009 Published: Los Cerritos Community News (May 29 and June 5, 2009)

Gloria Considine City Clerk

Published at Los Cerritos Community Newspaper 5/29/09

TO ADVERTISE CALL 800-901-7211 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS # CA-09-250748-ED Loan # 3014276376 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/2/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): FRANCIS R SPICER AND JEANETTE M SPICER, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 8/10/2007 as Instrument No. 20071882550 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 6/11/2009 at 10:30 AM Place of Sale: At the West side of the Los Angeles County Courthouse, directly facing Norwalk Blvd., 12720 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $480,970.04 The purported property address is: 5839 TANGLEWOOD ST LAKEWOOD, CA 90713 Assessors Parcel No. 7175-028-033 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. 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: 5/21/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder's rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3094404 05/22/2009, 05/29/2009, 06/05/2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS # CA09-250752-PJ Loan # 3014436970 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/17/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): ALICE LU A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 8/31/2007 as Instrument No. 20072036246 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 6/11/2009 at 10:30 AM Place of Sale: At the West side of the Los Angeles County Courthouse, directly facing Norwalk Blvd., 12720 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $369,566.53 The purported property address is: 16625 GRIDLEY RD #2 CERRITOS, CA 90703 Assessors Parcel No. 7016-015-109 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. 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: 5/21/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder's rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3094385 05/22/2009, 05/29/2009, 06/05/2009

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TSG No.: 4019380 TS No.: 20099070802872 FHA/VA/ PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/04/2003. zUNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 06/18/2009 at 01:00 PM, FIRST AMERICAN LOANSTAR TRUSTEE SERVICES, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/12/2003, as Instrument No. 03 3401091, in book , page , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA. Executed by: HOWARD TAK SU LIM, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE POMONA SUPERIOR COURTS BUILDING, 350 WEST MISSION BLVD., POMONA, CA All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 7022-007-008 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 17702 GERRITT AVENUE, CERRITOS, CA, 90703 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $204,596.54. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. Date: 05/25/2009 First AmericanLoanStar Trustee Services 3 First American Way Santa Ana, CA 92707 Original document signed by Authorized Agent FOR TRUSTEE'S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-2774845 FIRST AMERICAN LOANSTAR TRUSTEE SERVICES MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Requirements of SB1137 have been met pursuant to the Notice of Sale Declaration of record. FEI#1018.05131 05/29, 06/05, 06/12/2009 Trustee Sale No.: 20090134001348 Title Order No.: 400018044 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 4/10/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDex West, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 04/21/2006 as Instrument No. 06 0873924 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California. Executed By: GUILLERMO JUNIOR CASTRO AND CONSUELO CASTRO, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check/ cash equivalent or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). Date of Sale: 6/18/2009 Time of Sale: 10:30 AM Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd., Pomona, CA Street Address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 13214 SUTTON STREET , CERRITOS, CA 90703 APN#: 7027-018010 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $592,124.66. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. For Trustee Sale Information Please Call: Priority Posting & Publication 17501 Irvine Blvd., Suite One Tustin, CA 92780 714-573-1965 www. priorityposting.com NDex West, LLC as Authorized Agent Dated: 5/25/2009 NDex West, LLC may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. P570843 5/29, 6/5, 06/12/2009

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COMMUNITY NEWS GROUP • MAY 29, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TSG No.: 4024171 TS No.: 20099077400036 FHA/ VA/PMI NO.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 02/19/2008 UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 06/17/2009 at 10:00 A.M., FIRST AMERICAN LOANSTAR TRUSTEE SERVICES, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 02/26/2008, as Instrument No. 20080326449, in book, page, of Official Records in the Office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California. Executed by: Chad Hussain and Muhammad Hussain will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check / cash equivalent or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b). (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) At the west entrance to the Los Angeles County Courthouse, southeast district, 12720 Norwalk Boulevard, Norwalk CA. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: as more fully described in the above mentioned Deed of Trust. APN# 7010-010017. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 12428 Timbercreek Lane, Cerritos, CA 90703. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s), secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $916,449.55. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. First American Title Insurance Company LoanStar Mortgagee Services, L.L.C. 3 First American Way Santa Ana, CA 92707 Date: 05/26/2009 For Trustee’s Sale Information Please call 619-590-1221 LoanStar Mortgagee Services, L.L.C. may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Requirements of SB1137 have been met pursuant to the Notice of Sale Declaration of record. Authorized Signature: Chet Sconyers 05/28/09, 06/04/09, 06/11/09 R-234509

TSG No.: 4019385 TS No.: 20099070802875 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/31/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 06/17/2009 at 10:00 AM, FIRST AMERICAN LOANSTAR TRUSTEE SERVICES, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/08/2006, as Instrument No.20062478406, in book ,page , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA. Executed by: ELSWORTH ROBERT BRAGG, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) AT THE WEST ENTRANCE TO THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY COURTHOUSE, SOUTHEAST DISTRICT, 12720 NORWALK BOULEVARD, NORWALK, CA All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 7025-005-018 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 17208 ELY AVENUE , CERRITOS, CA, 90703 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $732,071.88. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. First AmericanLoanstar Trustee Services 3 First American Way Santa Ana, CA 92707 Original document signed by Authorized Agent FOR TRUSTEE'S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 619-5901221 Date: 05/24/2009 FIRST AMERICAN LOANSTAR TRUSTEE SERVICES MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Requirements of SB1137 have been met pursuant to the Notice of Sale Declaration of record. Authorized Signature: Chet Sconyers 05/28/09, 06/04/09, 06/11/09 R-233917

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS # CA-09-242970-BL Loan # 15983752 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/19/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): BENJAMIN N. DEJARO, A SINGLE MAN Recorded: 5/31/2006 as Instrument No. 06-1184062 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 6/11/2009 at 10:30 AM Place of Sale: At the West side of the Los Angeles County Courthouse, directly facing Norwalk Blvd., 12720 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $464,195.85 The purported property address is: 5333 Montair Ave. Lakewood, CA 90712 Assessors Parcel No. 7171-025-028 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. 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: 5/21/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: (800) 247-9727 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder's rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3095244 05/22/2009, 05/29/2009, 06/05/2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS # CA09-249652-BL Loan # 16791766 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/13/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): MARYLOU ARMAS, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 1/25/2006 as Instrument No. 06-0179256 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 6/12/2009 at 10:30 AM Place of Sale: At the West side of the Los Angeles County Courthouse, directly facing Norwalk Blvd., 12720 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $375,363.66 The purported property address is: 5438 Pimenta Avenue Lakewood, CA 90712 Assessors Parcel No. 7159-018-025 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. 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: 5/21/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: (800) 247-9727 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder's rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3094448 05/22/2009, 05/29/2009, 06/05/2009

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No.: 20090134001729 Title Order No.: 908756 FHA/VA/PMI No.: - YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/15/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEx West, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 09/22/2004 as Instrument No. 04 2431347 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: MARLINA SUTHIONO, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/ CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 06/18/2009 TIME OF SALE: 10:30 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE WEST SIDE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY COURTHOUSE, DIRECTLY FACING NORWALK BLVD., 12720 NORWALK BLVD., NORWALK, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 12335 185TH STREET, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA 90703 APN#: 7024-001-011 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $402,539.60. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES & POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 714-730-2727 www.lpsasap.com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. as Authorized Agent Dated: 05/29/2009 ASAP# 3103732 05/29/2009, 06/05/2009, 06/12/2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS # CA-09-245923-ED Loan # 3062752617 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/14/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): JOSE L. AVILA, A MARRIED MAN Recorded: 6/22/2006 as Instrument No. 06 1370969 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 6/11/2009 at 10:30 AM Place of Sale: At the West side of the Los Angeles County Courthouse, directly facing Norwalk Blvd., 12720 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $442,783.18 The purported property address is: 12459 224TH ST HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Assessors Parcel No. 7076-010-029 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. 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: 5/21/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder's rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3094941 05/22/2009, 05/29/2009, 06/05/2009

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 09-0014616 Title Order No. 09-8-050495 Investor/Insurer No. 151936104 APN No. 7016-017-052 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/30/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER." Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by TITA S. RAQUEL, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN., dated 08/30/2006 and recorded 09/08/06, as Instrument No. 06-2004194, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 06/12/2009 at 10:30AM, At the West side of the Los Angeles County Courthouse, directly facing Norwalk Blvd., 12720 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA. at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 11226 LUCAS STREET, CERRITOS, CA, 90703. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $605,084.44. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 05/20/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3106906 05/22/2009, 05/29/2009, 06/05/2009 T.S No. 08-2783-11 Loan No. 18368514/ GABAYERON Notice of Trustee’s Sale YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/22/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction to sell the highest bidder for cash a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a deed to trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the notice of sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: CARLOS D GABAYERON AND SUSAN B GABAYERON, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation recorded 11/29/2005 as instrument No. 05 2893888, in Book , Page and rerecorded on --- as ---, of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale: 6/11/2009 at 10:30AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd., Pomona, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $605,790.92, estimated. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 19218 CECELIA PLACE , Cerritos, CA 90703. A.P.N.: 7044-008-021. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. Date: 5/20/2009 The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation Irvine, CA 92606 (949) 720-9200 Foreclosure Dept. Fax (949) 608-0130 Sale Information Only (714) 573-1965 Maggie F. Salac, Foreclosure Officer P572881 5/22, 5/29, 06/05/2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No. GM-118671-C Loan No. 7441979515 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/24/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR:CHRISTINE P. MACY, a single woman Recorded 8/30/2006 as Instrument No. 06 1934148 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale:6/12/2009 at 10:30 AM Place of Sale: At the west side of the Los Angeles County Courthouse, directly facing Norwalk Blvd., 12720 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, California Property Address is purported to be: 12750 CENTRALIA STREET #186 LAKEWOOD, CA 90715 APN #: 7066-001-189 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $321,892.20, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. ETS Services, LLC Date: 5/14/2009 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504-3120 Sale Line: 714-7302727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3069059 05/22/2009, 05/29/2009, 06/05/2009

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