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Nurses, members of the California Nurses Association, picket outside the Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center on Friday, Nov. 19. They staged a one-day sympathy strike supporting members of Operating Engineers Local 39 who have been on strike against Kaiser throughout Northern California for two months.

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How should Alameda County address the ongoing needs of an aging population in the next 10 years? An online forum scheduled for December 3 aims to explore that question, and its organizers are asking for honest input from the community. “We want to hear from the public. We want to hear what we as a coalition of leaders need to be doing about an issue. To do that, we need to hear what is important to people over 60,” said Senior Services Coalition of Alameda County director, Wendy Peterson. “It’s a huge undertaking with a wide-ranging set of initiatives that tries to be practical, and action-orientated.” According to state population data, 27.7 percent of the population (8.2 million persons) are 60 years or older. In Alameda County, 16.59 percent of the population is 65 years and older (279,196 persons). That number is expected to grow over the next 10 years as the 55 to 64-year-old see AGING on page 10

CV Women Create Holiday Shopping Pop-up By Mike McGuire

to meet her customers in-person. She had started her business, which sells nail polish strips in a variety of designs, just before the A group of Castro Valley initial pandemic lockdown, forcing women are doing their best to encourage holiday shoppers to skip her to go online-only. Her online customers could have come from supply-chain problems and delivery hassles by shopping locally this anywhere in the world, but in practice many of them lived down year, perhaps even in person. the block or a few miles away. Some 100 people enjoyed a sunny Sunday on November 21 in “It was nice to see everybody a local backyard to chat with each outside, chatting, meeting new peoother and look over mostly handple, talking to local women about made, mostly locally made, mostly possible gifts,” Olson said. “And I customizable gift items from about really liked how supportive of each a dozen local entrepreneurs. other these women were.” For some people, the pop-up Aarthi Natarajan, whose was their first chance to reconnect Terracil makes zero-waste paper PHOTO BY KRISTEN MALIK with neighbors since the pandemic pencils, said that unlike shopping hit and lockdowns ensued. For online or in a large chain store, SHOP LOCAL: Two makers of handmade greetings cards, Susan Melodi Olson, owner of Dainty El- people were able to talk to and ask Dickstein (A Lovely Letter), left, and Sarah Murphy (Sending Sunshine), ephant, it was her first real chance see POPUP on page 2 share a table at the Castro Valley Holiday Shopping Popup on Nov. 21. CASTRO VALLEY FORUM

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Italian Tenor in Castro Valley? International cross-over recording artist Pasquale Esposito returns to the Castro Valley Center for the Arts, Saturday, December 11, at 7:30 pm with his holiday show, “In the Spirit of Christmas.” This will be an unforgettable night of music with the San Jose State University Orchestra accompanying Pasquale and joined by special guests. It is Pasquale’s third visit to Castro Valley where audiences love his pop-opera delivery. Castro Valley Arts Foundation President, Mary Ann DeGrazia promises, “Pasquale’s show is guaranteed to get you in a great holiday mood!” Since immigrating to the U.S., Pasquale has recorded nine albums and aired four PBS Specials. His first feature was “Pasquale Esposito Celebrates Enrico Caruso” and his most recent was “In the Spirit of Christmas,” shown in early December. Pasquale debuted with the San Francisco Opera in 2015 in the premier of “Two Women.” He lives in San Jose with his wife and three children. For tickets visit: cvartsfoundation.org.

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continued from front page questions of the people who had actually made most of the things for sale. “What was especially nice was being able to help with each other’s children after so long,” said Natarajan. The event, in fact, had gotten a big boost from the Castro Valley Mothers Club, in addition to a Facebook page. “A few of us thought it would be fun to promote women entrepreneurs, especially here in Castro Valley,” Natarajan said. “We were surprised how quickly it grew, from the original idea to the actual event in about three weeks.” Other local businesses at the Holiday Popup 2021 were Danielle’s Custom Gifts (custom family tiles and ornaments), Usborne Books (children’s books and jigsaw puzzles), Beppy Studio (acrylic keychains and other gifts), Tammy So Extra (personalized gifts), Originals by Lynnette (succulent arrangement and jewelry), Studio Anolen (jewelry design), Michikocrafts (crochet hats and home goods), A Lovely Letter (handmade greeting cards), Nari Jewelry (Baha’i inspired minimalist jewelry) and Sending Sunshine (handmade greeting cards). Olson said that a second event was being set up, with Dec. 12 as a target date, but details haven’t been finalized. However, the group has an online presence, and you can contact any of the businesses: linktr.ee/HolidayPopup2021.

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Law Enforcement Cracking Down On Thieves Targeting Retail Stores By Michael Singer

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Local law enforcement is cracking down on hordes of thieves targeting retail stores in the Bay Area. The latest “smash-and-grab” theft happened at an Apple Store in Santa Rosa, which saw four suspects ranging between 18 to 14 make off with $20,000 in merchandise last Wednesday. More than a dozen high-end stores and malls saw swarms of thieves take off with items such as electronics, designer clothing, and designer handbags prior to the pre-Black Friday shopping season. Stores in San Francisco, Walnut Creek, San Jose, Hayward, Since 1969

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Oakland, and Pleasanton were hit within days of each other. These crimes happen quickly, officials say, and the suspects may not be caught in the act even with security footage or a smartphone camera. So far, only a dozen or so people have been arrested in connection with these crimes. “These are clearly carefully orchestrated crimes, working together in large groups to create a mob-like mentality,” said Alameda County District Attorney Nancy O’Malley in a statement. “They are instilling fear in merchants, customers, and the wider community. This is especially appalling at a time where many are out and about during the holiday season. Be assured that those caught and

arrested will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.” Late last week, O’Malley announced an alliance with her colleagues in six other counties as well as state agencies to combat these “smash-andgrab” thefts. Through information sharing and coordination, the Districts Attorneys say working together creates a greater likelihood of arrests and accountability than everyone working in isolation. While police departments beef up patrols in retail areas, the coalition of these DAs say they are focused on busting up the fencing rings and individuals who purchase stolen goods and often operate across county boundaries. see THEFT on back page

CV Library to Host Local Author Panel Via Zoom Learn how four authors with ties to Castro Valley got their stories in print and on to library shelves. They’ll share about their writing and publishing processes. You’ll learn about free resources available from the Alameda County Library. Featured panelists are C’Anna Bergman-Hill, Rebecca D’Harlingue, Samantha Rajaram, and Rahel Ruiz.

Attendees will earn a chance to get a free copy of one of the authors’ books! This free program will be held on Thursday, Dec. 16 from 1 to 2 pm and registration is required at: aclibrary.org. A Zoom link will be sent to registrants 24 hours before the event. For more information, please call 510-667-7900 or TTY 888-663-0660.

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MAKING THEIR VOICES HEARD: Local 39 members have been seeking to match wages paid in the local’s contracts with other hospitals as well as increased pension contributions and relief from what they see as understaffing.

Unions Hold Sympathy Strikes In Support of Kaiser Engineers By Mike McGuire

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A strike at Northern California Kaiser Permanente facilities by members of Operating Engineers Local 39 is stretching into its third month as larger Kaiser unions have begun to hold one-day sympathy strikes. At issue, according to emails sent to members of the local, are pay, staffing levels, and retirement contributions for the employees who maintain both bedside and building equipment in the hospitals and medical offices. Nurses, members of the California Nurses Association (CNA), picketed outside the Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center on November 19, a day after a one-day sympathy strike by members of the Service Employees International Union, who represent mental health and other workers. Local 39 members have been seeking to match wages paid in the local’s contracts with other hospitals as well as increased pension contribu-

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Illegal Gun Possession Sunday, November 28: at 12:33 p.m., Sheriff’s deputies arrested a 51-year-old man from Castro Valley on suspicion of illegal possession of firearms. The man was at an apartment on Wisteria Street near Somerset Avenue when deputies approached him for questioning. The man’s prior criminal record prevented him from possessing a firearm. Deputies took the man into custody. In Contempt of Court Order Sunday, November 28: at 2:19 p.m., a 37-year-old woman from Castro Valley was arrested on suspicion of violating a court-issued restraining order. Deputies responded to a call about a suspicious person outside a home on Somerset Avenue near San Miguel Avenue. The woman, who fit the description, was inside a required 100-foot radius of the property and was taken into custody.

Public Intoxication Sunday, November 28: at 1:15 a.m., a 25-year-old man with no permanent residence was arrested on suspicion of public intoxication. Deputies spotted the man in the parking lot of a fast-food restaurant on Grove Way near Center Street. The man failed his field sobriety test and was taken into custody. Carrying a Loaded, Concealed Weapon Sunday, November 28: at 2:55 a.m., deputies arrested a 33-year-old man from Castro Valley on suspicion of illegally carrying a loaded concealed weapon without a license. The man was outside an apartment

on Wisteria Street near Somerset Avenue when deputies stopped him for questioning. Deputies discovered the weapon during the conversation and took him into custody. Drunk and Disorderly Saturday, November 27: at 11:00 p.m., a 33-year-old man from Castro Valley was arrested on suspicion of public intoxication and resisting arrest. Deputies spotted the man outside a fast-food restaurant on Castro Valley Boulevard near Wilbeam Avenue. The man failed his field sobriety test and became confrontational during the conversation. Deputies took the man to a sobering center.

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By Michael Singer Teenager Joy Ride CASTRO VALLEY FORUM Sunday, November 28: at 9:20 p.m., deputies pulled over and A 4-year-old murder mystery was put to rest last week arrested two 18-year-old teen- after a jury convicted a man for his part in a murder-for-hire agers related to driving a stolen plot behind a Castro Valley medical office. vehicle. The male driver was Albert Jones Jr., 40, is expected to be sentenced on charged with driving a stolen January 7 and likely faces life in prison for the murder of vehicle, possession of the stolen Alexander Jacob Martinez on April 10, 2016, according property, possession of illegal to court documents. Jones was convicted of first-degree burglar tools, and driving with- murder with special circumstances in that the jury found he out a valid driver’s license. The committed the murder for financial gain. tions and relief from what they to maintain equipment in the female passenger was charged Martinez, 27, was a budding hip-hop producer for Bay larger hospital. see as understaffing. with providing deputies with Area rappers such as Dru Down and Keak da Sneak. The According to union officials, “There may not be more false identification. Deputies victim’s mixing studio was located in a four-unit office the pay being offered starts patients,” he said, “but there off slightly less than at other are a lot more rooms and thus spotted the car driving on the complex on Lake Chabot Road near Somerset Avenue. On hospitals and would slip fura lot more doors to keep work- Boulevard near Marshall Street the night of April 10, Alameda County Sheriff’s deputies ther behind in each year of the ing smoothly, never mind other when they positively identified responded to a report of a shooting and found Martinez dead the vehicle as being stolen. The proposed three-year contract. equipment.” see PLOT on page 10 see STRIKES on back page teens were taken into custody. One Local 39 member [[who asked not to be named]] told this reporter that when the a Hayward Kaiser Hospital was Castro Valley Orchestra Concert replaced with the considerably MYCVFORUM.COM larger one in San Leandro a SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5TH, 2021 few years ago, the same numESTABLISHED: 1989 • CIRCULATION 22,500 ber of engineers was expected 2:00 P.M.

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are separated from the clump with a sharp knife, scissors, or a pair of hand shears. They must be sharp as the wound is less likely to become infected from a nice clean cut. Dahlias sprout from the eyes. A tuber will not sprout unless it has at least one’ eye.’ The eyes are found at the top of a tuber or at the end of the neck on the ridge where the tuber joins the clump. When a tuber is removed from the clump, the eyes’ ridge must be attached to the tuber. In some cases, this will also require taking a piece of the clump. Also, trim off any excess roots. Individual tubers or clumps are stored in paper bags or in open boxes in a cool, usually a garage.

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Total: 11 – Average Price: $1,144,363 High: $1,750,000 – Low: $840,000

1950 Leila Street 94546: $840,000 [2 BD - 996 SF - 1948 21367 Rizzo Avenue 94546: $850,000 [3 BD - 1,245 SF 1946 4575 Edwards Lane 94546: $905,000 [3 BD - 1,480 SF 1974 20252 West Ridge Court 94546: $1,000,000 [4 BD - 2,575 SF 2001 7724 Summerhill Place 94552: $1,005,000 [3 BD - 1,443 SF 1996 5064 Seaview Avenue 94546: $1,045,000 [3 BD - 1,398 SF 1963 18790 Center Street 94546: $1,170,000 [3 BD - 1,800 SF 1954 19020 Clemans Drive 94546: $1,220,000 [4 BD - 1,800 SF 1953 19050 Gliddon Street 94546: $1,393,000 [3 BD - 1,622 SF -

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1953 19947 Crow Creek Road 94552: $1,410,000 [4 BD - 2,746 SF 1993 5306 Fairweather Court 94552: $1,750,000 [5 BD - 2,820 SF 1998 HAYWARD

Total: 28 – Average Price: $853,785 High: $1,650,000 – Low: $180,000

335 Rivercrest Lane 94544: $180,000 [3 BD - 1,161 SF - 1955 325 Valle Vista Avenue #204 94544: $450,000 [2 BD - 725 SF - 1984 1502 E Street #6 94541: $480,000 [2 BD - 1,075 SF - 1974 2438 Saint Helena Drive #1 94542: $520,000 [2 BD - 1,132 SF - 1984 22651 Sonoma Street 94541: $527,000 [2 BD - 809 SF - 1927 687 Royston Lane #225 94544: $615,000 [3 BD - 1,045 SF - 1988 817 Cinnamon Court 94544: $700,000 [1,176 SF - 1975 27530 Barcelona Avenue 94545: $737,000 [3 BD - 1,119 SF -

1956 341 Beale Drive 94544: $785,000 [3 BD - 1,439 SF - 1950 24295 Clarendale Street 94544: $790,000 [3 BD - 1,156 SF 1940 353 Cornell Avenue 94544: $801,000 [3 BD - 927 SF - 1951 24458 Leona Drive 94542: $807,000 [4 BD - 1,426 SF 1949 300 Old Oak Lane #2 94541: $820,000 [3 BD - 1,468 SF 2010 42 Shasta Street 94541: $822,000 [3 BD - 1,269 SF - 1951 27765 Loyola Avenue 94545: $825,000 [3 BD - 1,128 SF 1957 351 Westchester Street 94544: $870,000 [3 BD - 1,233 SF 1956 502 Staley Avenue 94541: $875,000 [4 BD - 1,999 SF 2012 1341 Mcfarlane Lane 94544: $890,000 [3 BD - 1,231 SF 1955 24261 2nd Street 94541: $968,000 [4 BD - 2,498 SF 1951 3863 Arbutus Court 94542:

$980,000 [3 BD - 1,810 SF 1961 319 Victoria Place 94544: $990,000 [4 BD - 2,043 SF 2015 25363 Whitman Street 94544: $1,000,000 [6 BD - 2,400 SF 1961 196 Caterina Way 94545: $1,000,000 [4 BD - 1,876 SF 2017 31625 Medinah Street 94544: $1,002,000 [4 BD - 1,347 SF 1956 25272 Monte Vista Drive 94545: $1,100,000 [3 BD - 1,051 SF 1928 22695 Vermont Street 94541: $1,172,000 [4 BD - 3,223 SF 1985 29867 Cantera Drive 94544: $1,550,000 [4 BD - 2,701 SF 2017 2690 Sulphur Drive 94541: $1,650,000 [5 BD - 2,962 SF 1937 SAN LEANDRO

Total: 18 – Average Price: $825,833 High: $1,515,000 – Low: $350,000

14101 East 14th Street #312 94578: $350,000 [1 BD - 642 SF - 1986

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341 Macarthur Boulevard 94577: $500,000 [2 BD - 906 SF - 1920 416 Callan Avenue #11 94577: $558,000 [2 BD - 1,156 SF 1981 2311 Cherry Street 94577: $610,000 [2 BD - 780 SF - 1955 222 Caliente Drive #77 94578: $635,000 [3 BD - 1,245 SF 1980 14525 Flagship Street #147 94577: $642,000 [2 BD - 1,338 SF - 1984 16479 Liberty Street 94578: $685,000 [2 BD - 1,290 SF 2008 548 White Fir Drive 94577: $725,000 [3 BD - 1,420 SF 1989 16872 Los Banos Street 94578: $830,000 [2 BD - 1,108 SF 1946 1792 Washington Avenue 94577: $850,000 [3 BD - 1,431 SF 1920 14940 Riverdale Street 94578: $900,000 [2 BD - 1,348 SF 1979 1212 Coe Avenue 94579: $920,000 [4 BD - 1,803 SF 1951 1320 143rd Avenue 94578:

$950,000 [3 BD - 1,385 SF 1907 544 Blossom Way 94577: $1,025,000 [3 BD - 2,176 SF 1930 2250 Regatta Court 94579: $1,050,000 [3 BD - 1,557 SF 1998 1185 Cherrybrooke Commons 94578: $1,050,000 [4 BD - 1,957 SF - 2005 14772 Midland Road 94578: $1,070,000 [5 BD - 1,768 SF 1956 558 Joaquin Avenue 94577: $1,515,000 [4 BD - 2,775 SF 1912 SAN LORENZO

Total: 5 – Average Price: $716,428 High: $960,000 – Low: $530,000

820 Via Mariposa 94580: $790,000 [2 BD - 898 SF - 1944 16015 Paseo Largavista 94580: $840,000 [2 BD - 1,330 SF 1944 15776 Via Regio 94580: $870,000 [4 BD - 1,528 SF - 1944 17303 Via Andeta 94580: $910,000 [3 BD - 1,576 SF - 1961 18451 Via Jose 94580: $1,015,000 [4 BD - 1,312 SF 1954

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Christmas Shoeboxes for Children Around World Every year Samaritan’s Purse International collects millions of Christmas Shoeboxes for boys and girls around the world, who otherwise, may not be receiving a gift reminding them how valuable they are to Jesus and others. The boxes included a medium to large “wow” item such as a soccer ball with a pump or stuffed animal, and other fun toys, hygiene items plus school supplies and a personal note and photo.

Retired Kindergarten teacher Deborah Masin returned to encourage the children as she led the way for participation by the students of Redwood Christian Elementary School for more than twenty-five years. This year RCS collected more than 250 Christmas Shoeboxes! This came as no surprise to Principal Megan Sinisi who stated “Our students and their parents responded to this opportunity to share Jesus

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Gift Tax Return. In 2022, it will increase from $15,000 to $16,000 per recipient. Such gifts are called Annual Exclusion Amount Gifts (“AEA Gifts”) and you can make such gifts to as many persons as you wish each year, provided that you make only one such anBy Gene L. Osofsky, Esq. nual gift to each recipient. SPECIAL TO THE FORUM 2. “Doubling Up”: If you A. Yes. Many people and your wife are in a position to do so, together you can mistakenly believe that one cannot gift more than $15,000 actually double that amount per year/person without incur- for each gift recipient. So, ring a gift tax. Not so. In fact, together, you could gift a total of $32,000 to each recipient an individual can actually in year 2022, for a total of currently gift more than $11 million during lifetime without $160,000 from both of you incurring a gift tax. Here is the ($16,000 x 2 donors x 5 recipients), again without the need to way gift taxes work: Annual Exclusion Gifts: No file a Gift Tax Return or incur any gift tax. Gift Tax Return Required: 1. $16,000 Per Year: The 3. “Year End Straddle”: If IRS recently announced an you act before the end of this increase in the Annual Exclu- current year (2021), you could sion Gift Amount, i.e. the each gift $15,000 to each of amount that may be gifted to your loved ones ($15K X 5 = any person without filing a $75,000). Then, on or

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Aging: Older Residents continued from front page demographic makes up 12.22 percent of Alameda County’s population (205,536 persons). To address this growing need, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-14-19 back in 2019 to bring together state and local governments along with non-profit organizations that support older residents and improve conditions across the board by 2030. The so-called blueprint or Master Plan for Aging outlines five broad goals including providing affordable housing; improving access to health services, protecting older residents from discrimination, abuse, neglect, and exploitation; creating one million high-quality caregiving jobs; and closing the equity gap in and increase elder economic sufficiency. “The housing crisis is a big one but making sure that supportive services are better integrated with health care and supporting caregivers and a workforce with the skillset and knowledge to provide quality care and work with older adults that really support them… those are equally important,” Peterson said. In some cases, Alameda County is leading the charge, Peterson adds. The Home Safe program, which provides support services for older people who identify as homeless, was piloted in the county and found its way into the housing section of the state’s Master Plan five years ago. “We’re also making great inroads with our training program for working with people with dementia,” Peterson said. Piloted in Alameda County, “Embracing Aging” is a training program meant to

work with people who may or may not be medical practitioners who may or may not work with older residents. The program trains these caregivers to become more sensitive to older adults, to recognize their specific needs, and to treat them with respect. The program rolled out to different parts of the county, Peterson said adding she is eager to add additional outside partners to complete this action item. The 3-hour event entitled, Alameda County Perspectives: The California Master Plan for Aging, will include speeches by federal, state, and local leaders including US Congresswoman Barbara Lee. Speakers from the SCAN Foundation will review what has been done over the last year followed by a roundtable of members of a health and wellbeing committee discussing how residents can help at all levels. Finally, the attendees will be broken into 10 groups for an hour. The groups are based on the five goals with the intent of hearing from older residents about their specific needs. “Our coalition works on systems and change to move the dial to make the county a better place for seniors to survive and the right systems to help support people,” Peterson said. “This forum is very important in establishing state policies and spending so that we are really in line with the needs of older adults. It has taken us a long time for the State to take this seriously and evolve and transform California to be a place for people to age.” Registration is free and spaces are still available for the Dec. 3 event. For more, visit: seniorservicescoalition.org

Plot: Murder-for-Hire continued from page 3 with a single gunshot to the head in the parking lot behind the building. He was taken to Eden Medical Center, located just down the street, but he was pronounced dead. A witness to the shooting testified that an unknown gunman approached Martinez, ordered him face down on the ground, shot him, and then fled. During the investigation, detectives discovered Jones, his friend, had taken out life insurance policies in Martinez’s name over the five months leading up to the shooting. A search of Jones’ home revealed five different policies totaling $1.35 million and prepaid credit cards in the victim’s name.

“In an interview with detectives almost a year after the murder, the defendant admitted to opening the insurance policies, secretly installing a GPS tracking device on the victim’s car, paying a man an undisclosed amount of money to shoot the victim, as well as his unsuccessful attempts to try to collect the insurance money,” an Alameda County District Attorney’s Office statement said. Jones explained to deputies that he and Martinez had been friends, but he was angry with the hip-hop producer over a rent dispute and wanted revenge. Detectives located the GPS device under Martinez’s car and connected the murder scene with Jones’ testimony.

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Our ‘Great Catch’ of the week comes from Ronald Garcia showing off a beautiful catfish that he pulled in on Nov. 9 at Raccoon Point, which is along the Eastshore trail. Ronald is a regular at Lake Chabot. What a great way for him to celebrate the eve of his birthday, which was Nov. 10. Have a ‘Great Catch?’ Email to: filesforforum@gmail.com

continued from previous page left to use upon death. Example: if you used $1 million of your lifetime exemption to make excess gifts during lifetime, then your remaining exemption to apply against estate taxes upon death would be $1 million less. 3. Rules Different for Non-US Citizens: Note that the rules for donors who are not U.S. Citizens are different. Consult your tax advisor if you are in this group. Caution: Before making large gifts, be sure that you can afford to do so. If there is a possibility that either of you may need to apply for a MediCal subsidy for nursing home care in the near future, you should first consult a professional with special knowledge about the Medi-Cal program, as such gifts may impair your eligibility for a Medi-Cal subsidy unless handled in a very special manner.” Gene L. Osofsky is an elder law and estate planning attorney in the East Bay. Visit: www.LawyerForSeniors.com.

Free Winter Concert Sunday The Castro Valley Adult School Orchestra invites you to enjoy their winter concert this Sunday, Dec 5 at 2 p.m. at Castro Valley Center for the Arts. Music will include Overture to Cosi Fan Tutti, by Mozart with guest conductor Beverly Johnson. Haydn’s symphony No. 103 with guest conductor Melanie Work. Orchestrated keyboard suites JS Bach/ Gerrard WIlliams/ Josh Cohen featuring keyboard soloist Tiffany Poon and Tchaikovsky’s Overture Miniature from the Nutcracker. Turn off the TV and brighten your week with this lively event! Masks and proof of vaccination or negative Covid Test required.

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Wednesday, December 1, 2021

Newts, Ladybugs at East Bay Parks

By Ned MacKay

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s is the case every rainy season, South Park Drive at Tilden Regional Park near Berkeley is closed to vehicle traffic to make the road safe for newt migration. Newts are a variety of salamander, five to six inches long, with brown backs and gold bellies. Their life cycle involves laying low under rocks and logs in the woods and fields during the dry season. When the rains come, they migrate to ponds and streams for purposes of reproduction. At Tilden, the migration route crosses South Park Drive on the way to Wildcat Creek, which would be potentially fatal to the newts if vehicles were allowed. Park visitor are welcome to walk and bicycle on South Park Drive during the closure. But be advised: newts have a toxin on their skin. So keep your dogs away from the newts and don’t handle the newts yourself. Please don’t collect newts for home terrariums, either. It’s illegal to remove any plant or animal from the regional parks.

Cold weather brings the annual ladybug convention to Reinholdt Redwood Regional Park in Oakland.

Though South Park Drive is closed, you can access Tilden Regional Park from Grizzly Peak Boulevard via Golf Course Drive. Cold Weather Brings Ladybugs to Oakland Newts are not the rainy season’s only easily visible natural phenomenon in the regional parks. There’s also the annual ladybug convention at Reinholdt Redwood Regional Park in Oakland, among other places.

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Sandra Lee Nielsen Case Number: RP21115499 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Sandra Lee Nielsen A Petition for Probate has been filed by James R. Nielson in the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda. The Petition for Probate requests that James R. Nielson be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

Ladybugs cluster by the hundreds on the bushes and fences around the junction of Redwood’s Stream and Prince Trails. By the way, dogs are supposed to be on leash on the Stream Trail. Formally called ladybird beetles, the insects cluster during cold winter weather, then disperse when the weather warms in springtime. Ladybugs are beneficial insects, because they prey on aphids, which gardeners and farmers consider a pest species. They are preyed upon in turn by frogs, wasps, spiders, dragonflies, and some kinds of birds. This despite the ladybugs’ defense mechanism of secreting an oily, foul-tasting fluid when threatened. If you’d like to see the ladybugs at Redwood in the company of naturalist Michael Charnofsky, join his Saturday Stroll walk scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon on Dec. 4. It’s

The PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal OCTOER 11, 2021 representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before FILED County Clerk taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative MELISSA WILK ALAMEDA COUNTY will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived By----------, Deputy notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration FILE NO. 583310 authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. NAME STATEMENT A HEARING on the petition will be held on December 6, 2021, 2:00 p.m., Pursuant to Business and Dept. 201, at 2120 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley, CA 94704. Professions Code Sections 17900-17930 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 The name of the business(es): before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. West Coast Kidney Institute, 2222 East Street, Suite 305, Concord, Ca 94520, IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you in Contra Costa County, is hereby must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal represen- registered by the following owner(s): tative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from Chabot Nephrology Medical Group, the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as Inc., 5720 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code or (2) 60 days from 300, Pleasanton, Ca 94588. Diablo Nethe date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 phrology Medical Group, Inc. 2222 East of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority Street, Suite 305, Concord, Ca 94520. may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an West Bay Nephrology Associates, 1498 attorney knowledgeable in California law. Southgate Avenue, Suite 102 Daly City, YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person inter- Ca 94015. This business is conducted ested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice by a General Partnership. This business (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of commenced N/A any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request /s/ Leena Mehandru, MD This statement was filed with the Counfor Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. ty Clerk of Alameda County on date inAttorney for petitioner: Robin L. Klomparens, Esq. dicated by file stamp above. Wagner Kirkman Blaine Klomparens & Young Expires OCTOBER 10, 2026 10640 Mather Blvd., Ste. 200 Mather, California 95655 (916) 920-5286 NOV 10, 17, 24, DEC 01, 2021 0417-CVF LEGAL 0420-CVF RP21115499 11/17/21, 11/24/21, 12/01/21

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three fairly easy miles through a beautiful redwood forest. You may see some mushrooms, too, if it has been raining. This is a free program and registration is not necessary. Meet Michael at the Canyon Meadow Staging Area. It’s at the end of the road that enters the park from Redwood Road in Oakland, about two miles past the intersection with Skyline Boulevard. Tie-Dye Your Own Garment Tie-Dying your own garment is the plan during a program from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 5 at the Environmental Education Center in Tilden Nature Area. Bring a white cotton item and naturalist Trent Pearce will provide the dye and instructions. This is a free, drop-in program. It’s wheelchair accessible; masks are required. Rain cancels. For info, call 510-544-2233. Rain-Themed Hike on Sunday Speaking of rain, there’s a rain-themed hike planned by naturalist Kevin Dixon from 9 to 11 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 5 at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve in Antioch. Rain or shine, Kevin will lead a 1.5 to two-mile hike along some steep and rocky trails in search of signs of nature’s rejuvenation during the wet season. This program is free, but registration is required and the minimum age for participants is seven years. Black Diamond Mines has a parking fee of $5 per vehicle when the kiosk is attended. To register, call 888-3272757 and select option 2. see PARKS on back page

COMMUNITY CALENDAR Friday, Dec. 3: Christmas Tree Lighting Event

SAVE THE DATE ! The Castro Village Shopping Center will have their Annual Christmas Tree lighting event Friday December 3 from 5 to 8 p.m. The tree lighting takes place at 6 p.m. Bring the family out to enjoy live music, entertainment and free photos with Santa. Saturday, Dec. 4: HARD Carlos Bee Park Cleanup

Join Hayward Area Recreation and Park District’s “Volunteers in Parks (V.I.P.)” event at Carlos Bee Park on Chabot Creek in Castro Valley. Remove invasive ivy from the base of trees, move mulch ground cover, pick up trash, and more. HARD will provide tools and snacks. Sign up at https:// tinyurl.com/HARDvip and come 9:30 am to 1 pm. Questions contact KeiD@HaywardRec.org, 510-881-6755. Saturday, Dec. 4: Hill & Valley Holiday Boutique

The 16th Annual Holiday Boutique will be held Saturday, December 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hill & Valley Women’s Club located at 1808 B St., Hayward. The Holiday Boutique features artisan crafts including: woodworking, paper crafts, knitting, crocheting, quilting, homemade jams, Pampered Chef. Holiday decorations and beautiful poinsettias will also be on sale. Proceeds benefit Soroptimist International of the East Bay and will be used to fund scholarship programs for women and girls. Tuesday, Dec. 7: CV Rotary Club Meeting

Yon Hardisty, founder of Forestr.org, will describe their efforts to to educate communities about permaculture practices, plant local lands with the forests of the future, and employ local visionaries in green jobs. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, CV) at 12 -1 :30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 5, by emailing: cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510402-5123. More info available at: castrovalleyrotary.org. Wednesday, Dec. 15: Insight into Local Government

The League of Women Voters of Eden Area (LWVEA) invites you to a series of workshops to gain insight into how local government operates, how local officials make decisions and serve on local boards or offices, and what it takes to run for local elected office. This last session is for individuals interested in learning more about running for local office. On Wednesday, Dec. 15: (7 - 8:30 p.m.) Learn about running for office. Register in advance at: https://bit. ly/3bf3yJG. For more information, please call LWVEA: 510-826-6674 or email: Lwvea57@gmail.com or visit: my.lwv.org/california/eden-area

LEGAL NOTICES FILED MELISSA WILK

NOV 04, 2021 County Clerk ALAMEDA COUNTY By----------, Deputy ORIGINAL FILE NO. 462136 STATEMENT OF WITHDRAWAL OF PARTNERSHIP OPERATING UNDER FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Pursuant to Business and Professions Code Sections 17900-17930 The name of the business(es): GardenWise, located at 23981 Fairlands Rd., Hayward CA 94541, in Alameda County, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Sonya Fay Wiseman, 87 Canyon Lake Dr., Port Costa CA 94569. This business is conducted by a partnership. This business commenced 2/28/2012 /s/ Sonya Fay Wiseman This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated by file stamp above. DEC 01, 08, 15, 22, 2021 0423-CVF

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NOV 04, 2021 County Clerk ALAMEDA COUNTY By----------, Deputy FILE NO. 584176 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Pursuant to Business and Professions Code Sections 17900-17930 The name of the business(es): Aama’s Kitchen, located at 22554 Foothill Blvd., Hayward, CA 94541, in Alameda County, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): KC Family Inc., 4182 Seven Hills Road, Castro Valley CA 94546. This business is conducted by a Corporation. This business commenced 11/04/21 /s/ Dhananjaya Narsingh KC This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated by file stamp above. Expires NOV 03, 2026 NOV 17, 24, DEC 01, 08, 2021 0421-CVF

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NOV 16, 2021 County Clerk ALAMEDA COUNTY By----------, Deputy FILE NO. 584409 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Pursuant to Business and Professions Code Sections 17900-17930 The name of the business(es): Gifted Healing Hands, located at 1312 Via Hermana, San Lorenzo, CA 94580, in Alameda County, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Gifted Healing Hands LLC, 1312 Via Hermana, San Lorenzo, CA 94580. This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. This business commenced N/A /s/ Lixia Xu This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated by file stamp above. Expires NOV 15, 2026 NOV 24, DEC 01, 08, 15, 2021 0422-CVF

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CASTRO VALLEY FORUM

Wednesday, December 1, 2021

Coping with COVID FROM THE BOULEVARD

“Life is not merely living - but living in health.” (Martial, Epigrams) By Thomas E. Lorentzen SPECIAL TO THE FORUM

We have just completed Thanksgiving, which dates back 350 years, and are now preparing for Christmas, which dates back far longer. We are also approaching the second anniversary of the covid pandemic, which has changed the way we live. From all indications, it is going to remain with us for a long time, albeit in an evolutionary manner. Both Thanksgiving and Christmas provide anniversaries with historical and spiritual meaning. Now, covid assumes the stage for an anniversary reflection as well. It may be a cousin to another anniversary earlier this year – the 20th of “9/11.” Each of us has had to learn how to cope with these troubling experiences. As I look back, we have coped with necessary creativity. During this time, my personal focus included recuperation from hip surgery. I also had to help a lifelong friend deal with the amputation of a leg. In each situation, there were more unknowns than knowns. To cope, I recognized that my physical well-being also depended upon my mental well-being. With that, a strategy emerged. It was to go somewhere. The criteria included continued isolation to minimize risk of exposure. Therefore, I would go to a small town and be by myself. My companions would be books, coffee, and wine. The first trip would be to Calistoga. Five more would follow. Each trip required research to identify covid trends and safety protocols at places where I would stay. They would all be within a half-day driving range or less. While in Calistoga, primary activities were on reading, relaxing, and taking walks. Other towns visited were Little River, Cambria, Moss Landing, Jenner, and San Andreas. I had never stayed in any of them before. Each experience was different, yet they were all the same. They were healthy for both my mind and body. As I visited these towns, I felt safe. I was also learning about them and felt enriched. I learned that the Little River Inn is one of the nicest places in all of California. It was also the home base for the filming of the famed movie – East of Eden. A young James Dean

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stayed there. One night he had to leave the bar because of his misbehavior. In Moss Landing there is an interesting Shakespeare Museum. My room at the Jenner Inn was astride the Russian River. A deck outside provided a place to view the flow of the river. It was mellifluous. I felt a kinship with Mozart – thinking about a composition. Cell phone service was not present. It provided a respite from the constant barrage of electronic information that inundates our lives. For Christmas I went to a B&B in the small town of San Andreas. Although it would be a “Christmas Alone,” it turned out to be the opposite – becoming both special and spiritual. It was with this calculated routine that I have thus far been able to cope with covid. During this period of time another person was cautious in his isolation and prevention of covid. He took daily walks and rarely went where people gathered. Yet, he worked most every day. His name was Fred Zehnder - the Publisher/Editor of the Castro Valley Forum (and San Leandro Times). Advertising revenue fell off, yet he continued forward with his papers and dedication to local news. In so doing, he was helping us cope with the difficulties we were confronting. Dutifully, Fred and I would talk on the phone when needed. We suspended regular coffee visits at Rudy’s to reduce exposure. Despite difficulties, he remained dedicated to our town and our people. The paper was his gift to us. Then, a car hit Fred while taking a walk. His death emptied the universally fond feelings in our community for him, both as a journalist and friend. His friend, Howard Morrison, continued on with the paper despite tremendous difficulties. We recently met for breakfast for the first time since Fred’s death. Emotions governed our visit. I asked what I could do to help him. He asked if I would write more often for the paper. I agreed - and will do my best to write with value for the readers of the Forum. I will also do my best to honor a great journalist and friend – Fred Zehnder. He gave our community the gift of his work and his understanding of what is important in life.

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Redistricting: Push Away The Outdated Boundaries

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Editor, This Thursday, Alameda County Board of Supervisors will consider boundary changes to the five districts from which Supervisors will be elected for the next ten years. The Supervisors currently select their own district boundaries, unlike the State of California whose independent commission of 14 California residents draw the district boundaries for Congress and State Legislature. By law, district lines may not be drawn to protect incumbency or political parties. Our supervisors wield significant power, particularly in unincorporated communities, where they serve as our municipal government. Alameda County’s most recent budget was $3.6 billion. Unincorporated areas contribute additional revenue to the County budget as their sales and property taxes are not siphoned off to city governments. A recent review of former Supervisors indicates that few, if any, have ever been elected from the unincorporated areas. The Supervisors’ preferred map (Map A) would keep district boundaries largely unchanged from 2011– status quo. This approach is not in keeping with the spirit of the recently enacted FAIR MAPs Act. It does not reflect the majority of community input, nor is it reflective of the growth that has pulled population towards East and South county. As currently proposed, Map A would focus 60% of the representation on the portion of the county that contains 25% of the population. The FAIR MAPs ACT prioritizes keeping communities of interest undivided so that common industry, strengths and needs can be respected and supported. Castro Valley has much in common with its unincorporated neighbors in the Eden area (Ashland, Cherryland, Fairview, Hayward Acres, San Lorenzo) and even the cities of Hayward and San Leandro. These are communities with which we share civic spaces - whether they be our school, recreation/park, sanitary, and/or health districts, or direct links through community and social connections. By placing Castro Valley in a district that includes Pleasanton and portions of Oakland, Map A does not reflect the commonality and historical ties of the Eden Area communities. Provide feedback at the public hearing this Thursday, December 2, at 6:00pm about the draft maps. Join by Zoom at https:// us06web.zoom.us/j/94629974851 and review proposed maps including Map A alternatives at https://redistricting2021.acgov. org/maps/ We need community voices to push the Board of Supervisors away from the outdated boundaries that were carefully tailored for their political advantage and dilute the voices of residents in the central (Eden area), southern, (Tri-Cities) and eastern Alameda County (Tri-Valley). –Penelope Anne Hughes, Castro Valley

TO THE EDITOR

Gun Control Will Not End Problem of Gun Violence

Editor, Almost 200 years ago, Thoreau said, “For every Dozen hacking at the roots of evil, there is one hacking at the roots.” I for one do not believe in Guns. I actually agree with Robert’s interpretation of the Constitution. The problem today is no one cares about the Constitution, the current generation wants to modify the law and amend the Constitution to serve their own interests. In fact they are trying to destroy our generation’s values and foundation-- a formula for Chaos. As one who grew up in a family of hunters and have friends that are retired police officers, I respect the rights of others to own firearms. Many of them are better conservations than a non-hunter or fisherman, like me. Most of them exercise self -restraint and prudence with their gun use. The problem is the empowerment of an undisciplined, disrespectful, self-serving and unholy generation who have access to firearms. They do not respect the Constitution because they have no personal governing constitution. We had a nation of people who were familiar and trained with guns after World War II, yet the world was a safer place when I grew up as a baby boomer. –Frederick Spiller, Castro Valley

Surprised then Blessed

Editor, I was in bed on November 21 at about 11:15 pm and tried to turn up the volume in the dark on my iPhone. I thought I knew what I was doing, but . . . I did not know (or forgot) that if I held down the side button on my iphone and then clicked the volume that 911 would appear and that by trying to turn it off, I actually activated it despite my efforts to stop it (Surprise!) ! Almost immediately, I received a call from the 911 operator who checked in on me . . . I told her what happened and she told me it happens often . . . and to expect the Alameda County Sheriff’s Department to check in on me! I tried to talk her out of it but she said it was protocol. Sure enough within 10-15 minutes, our doorbell rang and two Sheriff Deputies (Deputy Salazar and Deputy Harmon) were on our porch checking in on me! We were Blessed to be reminded that we are being served around the clock by Alameda County Sheriff Ahern’s men and women and our other First Responders! Surprised and Blessed . . . I then went to sleep peacefully. This was another great reminder to keep all First Responders in our thoughts and prayers. –Bruce D. and Linda Lee Johnson, Castro Valley

Obituaries Traegen E. Curtis Traegen E. Curtis went to his heavenly home at the age of 46 on November 18, 2021. He grew up and lived in Sacramento and Oakland, and moved to Castro Valley in 2010. An MBA graduate from CSU East Bay, he was a loyal UPS employee for 28 years. Traegen was a devoted and loving family man. He is sorely missed by his wife Rita, daughters Riley and Ruby, and mother Elyce. A memorial service is scheduled on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at 2 p.m., at the Castro Valley Church of the Nazarene. In lieu of flowers, please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers, or contact the family should you wish to contribute to the memorial fund.

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CASTRO VALLEY FORUM

Wednesday, December 1, 2021

Parks: A Backyard Sanctuary

ADOPT-A-PET

Fenway is a 4 month old male kitten who is a little cross-eyed and a giant cuddle bug. To adopt, please call Hayward Animal Shelter at: (510) 293-7200.

Minette is a 5 month old black and white tuxedo. She would be happy in a home with another young cat. For more, email: Loveallpawzrescue@gmail.com.

Gino is a 2 year old neutered male dog. He would do well in a home with older children and other dogs. To adopt call Hayward Animal Shelter at: (510) 293-7200.

Madison is a sweet, 5 month old black and gray tabby. She’s calm, mellow and purrs up a storm when petted. Info, email: Loveallpawzrescue@gmail.com.

continued from page 14 Winter Sanctuary for Wildlife in Backyard Winter can be a struggle to survive for some animals. With this in mind, naturalist Betty Villalta will host a program from 10 to 11 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 5 at Sunol Regional Wilderness, showing how you can turn your backyard into a winter sanctuary for wildlife, including making and taking home a bird feeder. The park is at the end of Geary Road off Calaveras Road, five miles south of I-680 and the town of Sunol. The parking fee is $5. The program is free of charge, but registration is required. Call 888-3272757, option 2. There’s always a lot to see and do in the regional parks during December. For the full story, visit: www.ebparks.org.

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ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

PHOTOS BY MATT JOHANSON

Jacob Bull

Cameron Huynh

Logan Phulps

CVHS Cross Country Stars This Week’s Athletes of the week are Castro Valley High School cross country stars Cameron Huynh, Logan Phulps, and Jacob Bull. This trio raced through a November to remember. Each earned Varsity All-League honors at the WACC League Meet, top ten finishes at the NCS Championships, and entry into the prestigious California Cross Country State Championships. Huynh, a junior, finished seventh at WACC and eighth at NCS and then raced

5,000 meters in 20 minutes and 38 seconds at the State Meet in Fresno. Bull, another junior, finished third at WACC and ninth at NCS. At the State Meet, he raced to a 16:40 finish. Phulps, a senior, finished sixth at WACC and eighth at NCS, finishing the State Meet in 16:37. Congratulations to these Trojans greats and coaches Dooney Jones, Rachel Lunt, and Dino Cardiasmenos who proved hard work pays off!

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Theft: Combatting Organized Crimes continued from page 2 “This alliance of prosecutors is committed to developing strategies to combat these organized crimes. Together, we are determined to stop those who participate in organized retail theft, including by dismantling the fencing networks that make this type of crime profitable,” said San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin. “Retail theft crimes are affecting all counties in the Bay Area as

well as across the nation. Collaboration and shared strategies with neighboring prosecutors and law enforcement partners are critical to both preventing and responding to organized retail theft.” Organized retail theft has adverse and costly impacts on business owners and consumers alike. Those responding to a National Retail Federation’s (NRF) 2021 Organized Retail Crime Survey said organized

criminals are more violent and aggressive than in years past. Some thieves even use crowbars and hammers to help smash display cases making the crime easier. In addition to pricey apparel and accessories, the other top items targeted by organized retail crime gangs include laundry detergent, allergy medicine, razors, high-end liquor, and pain relievers, according to NRF’s survey.

Strikes: Pandemic Adds to Workload continued from page 3 Part of the added workload, he said, is due to special protective equipment in use during the pandemic, such as plastic shields, that must be kept in good repair. Kaiser counters that the engineers are paid well, especially compared to other workers in its hospitals who are not doctors or nurses, and

there is enough staff to get the necessary work done. “As nurses, we’re right there at the bedside caring for patients. We rely on these engineers to keep the equipment working so we can do our jobs,” Michelle Oyarzo, CNA head nurse representative at the San Leandro hospital, said at the November 18 picket line.

Oyarzo, along with SEIU official Renee Saldana, both said that in previous strikes by each union, Local 39 members staged sympathy strikes. “They’ve supported us, so we’ll support them,” Saldana said. Kaiser insists that the quality of patient care has not been affected by the Local 39 strike or the sympathy strikes.

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