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Castro Valley residents Julia Kosivchuk and her husband Ross are from the same town in Ukraine. And while their relatives back home were forced to flee the horrors of the Russian invasion, Julia says her heart is open to the entire country of 47 million people whose lives were changed in an instant. “One day you are having a cup of coffee in a market square with blue skies above. The next day, you are a refugee with everything you own in one backpack,” Julia told the Forum. Kosivchuk is an accomplished artist, journalist, and martial arts teacher who has been in Castro Valley since October 2020. The family moved from Berkeley where PHOTO BY MICHAEL SINGER they had been living since Ross landed a programming job 16 COLORING THE WORLD HAPPY: Julia Kosivchuk, who lives in Castro Valley years ago. but is from a town in Ukraine, says she creates art with bright bold colors to see ARTIST on page 6 help people feel happy in these sad times.
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Agricultural landowners may soon be able to build larger structures on their land if an amendment to a current ordinance is passed by public vote this fall. On Monday, the Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) took an initial step in getting the matter on the upcoming ballot by approving the language of the proposed ballot measure which would modify the amount of development allowed on certain agricultural parcels. Properties that are designated “Large Parcel Agriculture” (LPA) currently allow a maximum building intensity of .01 Floor Area Ratio (FAR). For example, a 100-acre (4,356,00-square-feet) parcel see MAC on page 14
Area Hospitals Mark Two Years of COVID-19 By Mike McGuire
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COVID-19 may be entering a new phase, but it’s not gone yet and people need to remain careful even as restrictions are relaxed, said Dr. Stephen Parodi of Kaiser Permanente. Parodi is an infectious disease specialist who heads Kaiser’s COVID-19 response. He spoke with the media on March 9 to mark the second anniversary of the first COVID lockdown on March 19, 2020. In particular, people are reminded to get vaccinated and boosted, he said, even if there has been a decline in cases from a high peak.
Similar advice came from Dr. Jeffrey Silvers, Sutter Health’s medical director of pharmacy and infection control. He is based at Eden Medical Center in Castro Valley, which is part of the Sutter Health care network. There is still more COVID in circulation than there was a year ago, Silvers said, adding that a recent drop in cases does not put us anywhere near defeating the virus Dr. Stephen Parodi “We may get rid of Omiwho heads Kaiser Permanente’s efforts cron, but some other variant against Covid -19. will replace it,” he said. He said hopefully it’s getting But while we may eventually near endemic status, which means that case levels are sta- get rid of the omicron variant, ble and somewhat predictable. others will likely follow.
prevent any infection at all, given that there are fewer infected people to catch it from, and almost always prevent severe infections resulting in hospitalization or even death. Parodi added that vaccinations also protect against developing long COVID, a lingering, sometimes severe infection that can affect several parts of the body. Silvers said that long COVID mostly is seen in people Dr. Jeffrey Silvers, Sutter Health’s medical following mild or asymptomatdirector of Pharmacy and ic initial cases of COVID, not Infection Control. in people who just got over a severe case. “People coming out of the Both doctors said vaccinahospital may take a while to tions still mattered. Vaccinasee HOSPITALS on page 5 tions are increasingly able to
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“WILD COW MILKING CONTEST” “Any form of violence is repugnant.” -Supe. Nate Miley, 2019 Spring Newsletter This brutal, blatantly sexist and sometimes fatal event is a regular feature at the Rowell Ranch and Livermore Rodeos. Dr. Peggy Larson - a veterinarian, lawyer and former rodeo bronco rider - wrote to the HARD board in 2014:
“Watching grown men abuse this poor cow reminds me of rape cases I have tried as a state prosecutor. Appalling!” The Alameda County Board of Supervisors outlawed the children’s “mutton busting” event in 2019. “Wild cow milking” should be added to the prohibited list. These are lactating BEEF cattle (not dairy), and unused to being handled at all, much less this roughly. SEE YOUTUBE VIDEO: mother cow milking, Rowell Ranch Rodeo The Board has received letters opposing this event from the Alameda County Veterinary Medical Association, the East Bay SPCA, Hayward Friends of Animals, the Ohlone Humane Society, the Berkeley & Marin Humane Societies, Humane Farming Association, In Defense of Animals, Animal Legal Defense Fund, and a slew of others. An Animal Place petition garnered more than 180,000 signatures. This ain’t rocket science, folks.
CVUSD Superintendent Parvin Ahmadi celebrated her birthday last week at Evalyn Thomas Park. It was in 1950 that Evalyn Thomas decided to run for the school board. No woman had ever been a school board member in Castro Valley before. Usually there never was a contest for the school board seats because the practice was for the incumbent members to name the replacement. This was done at such a time, as shortly after the election, then the replacement would serve until the end of the term. Evalyn went around the community and knocked on doors at every residence. Evalyn won by a sizeable margin. Her election was a shock to the community and encouraged many others to follow her lead in the future. Evalyn’s election changed the power structure of school affairs in Castro Valley rather decisively. Evalyn was a school board member for 14 years and there is a pocket park named after her.
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Chamber to Hold Mixers The Castro Valley-Eden Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its first live mixer at the Castro Valley Marketplace. CV Marketplace is the Chamber’s newest member. Join us for networking, raffles, no-host craft cocktails by Night Owl and complimentary charcuterie grazing boards. The event is free to Chamber members and only $10.00 for non-members. Don’t miss it: 5:30-7:30 pm on Wednesday, March 23, in Lab 200 on the mezzanine of CV Marketplace. Register at: https://business.edenareachamber.com/.../march-networking.
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Jenny Lin Foundation Offers Free Summer Music Program For the 28th summer, Jenny Lin Foundation is offering a music program free of charge to all young people in the Bay Area. Instrumental musicians currently in 8th grade or higher are welcomed to join the String Orchestra (directed by Greg Conway) or Band (directed by Travis Nasatir); students currently in 7th grade and up may register for the Choir (directed by Kaia Richards). Participants meet Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 6:45 to 9 p.m. for four weeks starting June 20. Rehearsals take place at Creekside Middle School and culminate with a large-scale community concert at Chabot College Performing Arts Center in Hayward, on Saturday, July 16. Based in Castro Valley, the Jenny Lin Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1994 after the brutal murder of 14-year-old Jenny
Lin. Operated through volunteers and donation, the Foundation promotes child safety and youth music education, and has sponsored many music and safety events over the years for the East Bay communities. This includes a project in partnership with the Alameda County Library to expand its collection of books related to child safety issues. Fremont Main Library as well as library branches in Castro Valley, San Lorenzo and Union City
Assaulted a Family Member Sunday, March 13: at 2:39 p.m., a 911 call about a loud and aggressive-sounding argument sent deputies to an apartment on Wisteria Street near Castro Valley Boulevard. There, they arrested a 24-year-old woman from Castro Valley on suspicion of assaulting a family member with intent to do bodily harm. Deputies took the woman into custody. The victim was treated at the scene.
Driving with Suspended License, Registration Monday, March 14: at 12:30 a.m., a 34-year-old man from Castro Valley was arrested following a traffic stop on Cull all benefit from the project. Canyon Road near Crow CanAnyone wishing to access yon Road. Deputies report the these items may use the keyword Jenny Lin Foundation in man’s vehicle registration was out of date and he was driving their catalog search. Through the annual Summer illegally. The man was taken into custody. Music Program, Jenny Lin Foundation hopes to carry Senior Spousal Assault on Jenny’s passion—music Saturday, March 12: at 12:27 and friendship—and extend p.m., deputies were called to a her life in a unique fashion. Student-musicians are encour- home on Grove Way near Redaged to take advantage of this wood Road following a call about a disturbance. A 70-yearexceptional program to help old woman was arrested at the maintain their skills and to continue performing in a group residence after she was suspected of assaulting her spouse. during the summer. This is also an opportunity Deputies took the woman into for students to meet and inter- custody. The victim was treated act with peers from throughout at the scene. the Bay Area, and cultivate and Wanted Woman hone their leadership skills. In Friday, March 11: at 8:52 p.m., 2019, more than 300 young people from 35 schools of 12 a 45-year-old woman from Castro Valley was arrested cities participated in the program, co-sponsored by Chabot as part of a warrant issued for her capture. Deputies served College. 2022 registration now open the warrant at an apartment on Center Street near Grove Way. at: jennylinfoundation.org
The woman had been previously charged with vandalism of private property and was out of compliance with her parole. Deputies took her into custody pending $1,500 in bail. Joy Ride Ends in Arrest Friday, March 11: at 11:19 a.m., deputies arrested two women from Castro Valley on suspicion of driving stolen property and possession of stolen property. A 22-year-old and a 21-year-old were stopped in the parking lot of a grocery store on Redwood Road near Castro Valley Boulevard when deputies arrived and identified the vehicle they were in as reported stolen. The women were taken to Santa Rita Jail.
ture. The woman was traveling on Castro Valley Boulevard near Wilbeam Avenue when deputies spotted her and made a positive identification on the warrant. Deputies took the woman to Santa Rita Jail pending $3,000 in bail.
Violated a Court Restraining Order Tuesday, March 8: at 11:50 a.m., a 35-year-old man with no permanent residence was arrested on suspicion of violating a court-issued restraining order. Deputies responded to a call about a suspicious person outside a bank on Castro Valley Boulevard near Redwood Road. The man was identified as being asked to stay at least 100 feet away from the bank. Domestic Dispute Thursday, March 10: at 4:10 Deputies took the man into cusa.m., a 34-year-old woman tody. from Castro Valley was arrestDriving Drunk ed on suspicion of assault on with Illegal Narcotics her spouse at a home on Belten Court near Grove Way. Dep- Tuesday, March 8: at 4:48 a.m, uties responded to an anony- deputies pulled over and arrestmous tip about an altercation at ed two 30-year-old men from the residence. The woman was Castro Valley following a traftaken into custody. The victim fic stop on Redwood Road near Norbridge Avenue. The driver was treated at the scene. was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and Warrant Served Wednesday, March 9: at possession of illegal narcotics. 2:13 a.m., deputies arrested a The passenger was charged 21-year-old woman with no with possession of illegal narpermanent residence as part of cotics. Deputies took the men a warrant issued for her cap- into custody.
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Or, for a change, you might want Cover pot and bring to a boil, to try a Steak & Irish Stout Pie. The then reduce to a simmer. Simmer recipe is ahead. approximately 50 minutes per pound or until tender. TRADITIONAL Add whole potatoes and carrots, CORNED BEEF and cook until the vegetables are & CABBAGE almost tender. Add cabbage that has been cut into small wedges 3 pounds corned beef brisket and cook for 15 more minutes. Rewith spice packet move meat and let rest 15 minutes. 10 small red potatoes Place vegetables in a bowl and 5 carrots, peeled and cut into cover. Add as much broth (cook3-inch pieces ing liquid reserved in the Dutch 1 large head cabbage oven or large pot) as you want. Slice meat across the grain. Yields Rinse corned beef, then place 5 servings. it in large pot or Dutch oven and Cook’s Tip: If seasoning packet cover with water. Add the spice is not included with corned beef packet that came with the corned brisket, substitute 1-1/4 teaspoons beef. pickling spice, or just add 15 pep-
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Stir Irish stout beer, parsley, raisins, and brown sugar into steak mixture. Cover dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until gravy has thickened and steak is tender, about 2-1/2 hours. Remove casserole dish from oven and increase temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a deep-dish 9-inch pie plate with a pie crust and bake in the preheated oven until crust is partially cooked and lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Spoon cooked steak filling into the partially-baked pie crust. Cover steak filling with second pie crust; pinch the top crust against the bottom crust to seal tightly. Bake pie until top crust is golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. BOXTY 1/2 pound potatoes, unpeeled 1-1/2 cups buttermilk 1/2 pound potatoes, peeled and grated 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda Salt and ground black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons butter, or as needed Preheat oven to 450°F. Scrub the unpeeled potatoes and prick them several times with a fork; place onto a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven until the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Remove, cool, and peel. Mash the potatoes with the buttermilk. Stir in the grated raw potato, flour, baking soda, salt, and pepper. Melt the butter in a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Scoop the potato mixture into the skillet to make 3 inch cakes. Fry until golden and crisp, turning once, about 5 minutes per side. Makes a dozen 3-inch cakes. CLASSIC REUBEN SANDWICH 2 slice marbled rye bread Thinly carved leftover corned beef brisket Drained sauerkraut Thousand Island dressing Sliced Swiss cheese Layer thinly carved leftover corned beef brisket on a slice of marbled rye bread. Top with drained sauerkraut, a drizzle of Thousand Island dressing and sliced Swiss cheese. Top with second bread slice and grill in heated nonstick skillet over medium heat until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted.
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How to Prepare for Success? It’s All About Behavior, Antecedents By Kevin Koo
about some things you can SPECIAL TO THE FORUM do to help you Last time we laid out how to on your road create goals for yourself after to success. When it comes identifying the areas of your to human belife that require more focus. Have you started making some havior, we break things down into antecedent, behavior, and moves towards those goals? I’m not hearing any responses, consequence. For our purposes, so I’ll just assume that things the behavior is the action we need to take to achieve our are going awesome. goal (e.g. save money, exercise Today, I wanted to talk
more, spend more quality time with loved ones, etc.). Antecedents are the things that take place before that behavior and are the focus for today. Being a good dad is something important to me. That means being present to play with my son, as well as being patient with him when he’s being naughty and testing the boundaries. At the time see SUCCESS on back page
VICTIM OF VANDALISM: Taqueria Portales has been the victim of vandalism twice in the last few weeks. Rocks thrown at the family-owned restaurant broke windows on February 28 and March 11. Friends and patrons of the taqueria have flocked to the restaurant this past week in support so the family can buy security cameras.
Hospitals: Patient Shares Experience continued from front page recover, as with other illnesses. But it’s mostly people who thought they escaped getting a severe case who get long COVID,” Silvers said. The case for vaccination, and any other precautions one can take against the virus, was made forcefully by former COVID patient Rev. Mark Wallace of Dinuba, near Fresno. He still had clearly visible marks on his face from the weeks he spent often lying facedown as Kaiser physicians and staff in Fresno desperately tried to save his life. People with severe respiratory prob-
lems often breathe better face down, he explained. Wallace, pastor of the Living Word Fellowship in Dinuba, thanks both God and Kaiser for his “miraculous” recovery. He had been on a respirator and in multi-organ failure before that. “I’m vaccinated now even though I have a lot of immunity because I never want to go through anything like what I went through ever again,” he said. Parodi said that immunity from vaccination is better than natural immunity after infection. “If you get infected you do get a limited amount of
immunity to that particular variant for a limited period of time, perhaps 6 to 12 months,” he said. “And then unfortunately you’re not protected against the next variant that might roll around.” Immunity from a vaccine gives substantial protection against all COVID strains, though, Parodi said. Both doctors said their respective medical chains had eased some precautions for visitors in particular, but that others such as masking remained, in keeping with hospitals’ basic role. “Hospitals are a bit different than restaurants,” Silvers reminded people.
Film Screening, Discussion Tomorrow The Alameda County Library will be hosting an online Film Screening and Discussion of “Beyond Recognition” via Zoom tomorrow Thursday, March 17 at 6:30 pm. Follow Corrina Gould, Chochenyo Ohlone, as she advocates for protection of her ancestors’ burial places here in the East Bay. When a community occupation of a sacred site
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Artist: Opens Heart, Backyard to Host Open Studio Fundraiser for Refugees continued from front page This past Saturday, the family opened not only their hearts but their backyard as well to host an open studio to sell Julia’s artwork with 100% of proceeds going to refugee relief. The event raised more than $4,000. They are able to send the money to groups that help Ukrainian refugees in the parts of Ukraine which are not (yet) at war, and also to places that have accepted and are assisting the refugees in Romania and Poland. As of this week, more than three million Ukrainian refugees have crossed into neighboring countries since Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24. Kosivchuk’s sister and her two kids are among those who just ran away with what they had in tiny backpacks, leaving everything behind. Ross says his mother moved in with his brother out of harm’s way. “It is heartbreaking when you see the families separated, especially when parents need to leave the kids behind,” she said tearfully. Much of Julia’s artwork is
PHOTO BY MICHAEL SINGER
Julia Kosivchuk stands next to one of her many vibrant pieces.
done with oil or acrylic paint on canvas and wood, but she is also known for her watercolors and even painting with nail polish.
“People don’t realize that artists like this are undervalued,” said Bob Frankfurt, a longtime friend, and patron of Julia’s creations. “Her designs
are so diverse and vibrant. Every year, I contract her to paint something for my birthday. I have walls in my home that she has transformed into
murals. She’s amazing.” Kosivchuk’s hometown of Chernivtsi is located in southwestern Ukraine near the Romania and Moldova borders. Roughly the size and population of Fremont, it’s known for the Chernivtsi National University–founded in 1875–which features Romanesque and Byzantine architecture. In addition to donating money to Ukrainian refugee relief, Julia has donated painting proceeds to help an organization in Ukraine dedicated to assisting women who run away from domestic violence and another non-profit that helps families whose children are battling cancer. She has also joined other Bay Area Ukrainians in protesting the Russian attacks and calling for peace. “I believe whatever happens happens for a reason and if there is an opportunity to help them I will do what I can,” she said. You can see more of Julia’s artwork on her website at: julias-palette.com
The following organizations are currently active in Ukraine and are accepting donations: UNICEF USA is assisting with medical services for children and families: unicefusa.org/ Water Mission is housing children and families alongside community partners: watermission.org The UN Refugee Agency is working to provide cash assistance for resettlement: give.unrefugees.org/ CARE’s Ukraine Crisis Fund is rushing water, food, and hygiene kits to affected people in Ukraine: care.org/ CORE Response is on the ground in Poland supporting the immediate needs of people fleeing Ukraine in the wake of a humanitarian catastrophe: coreresponse.org/
‘That’s What She Said’ “Getting the job done right!”
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Listing & Selling Real Estate in the Bay Area for over 17 years For Sellers: • My expertise lies in the preparation of the home. You only get one chance to make a first impression • Customized comprehensive marketing plan to maximize your return • Record of excellence in negotiations For Buyers: • Provide vital information throughout the process to help you make crucial decisions • Invaluable knowledge of the complex and ever-changing market conditions • Negotiate the best possible price on your behalf
I guess age has its benefits! I have been licensed to sell Real Estate in California since 1985, and have been a full-time salesperson, in this area, ever since. Given my experience in all kinds of markets, I know how to get maximum results. That is my focus – real estate results with “a personal touch”. I earned my “President’s Circle” award for 2021 making me among the top 5% of agents in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Network. Our brand is known and respected as a part of the Warren Buffett network of financial and other services. Apart from real estate, I am Treasurer of the Soroptimist of the East Bay club, a global volunteer organization that provides women and girls access to the education and training they need to achieve economic empowerment. Born in New York City in 1947 to an Italian-American family, I attended Hunter College and went on to own my own ethnic music store in Greenwich Village, the “House of Musical Traditions”. During that time I was an accomplished craftsperson, building dulcimers, and later did music management after moving to Los Angeles. I live in the area and take pride in making my community a better place!
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“Trust A Professional Who Cares” I wish to commend Tere Lee for her competent, professional, and insightful work on the marketing of my condo in the Marina Seagate complex. Her counsel respected my perspectives and values and while leaving necessary decisions to me, provided guidance for which I was grateful. I was impressed positively with her work and have no hesitation to recommend her service to others. Sincerely, Dale K. Edmondson
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Tianne Rinetti-Vittoria REALTOR® / Owner
23 years in this field surprises even me at times! Never could I have imagined the gratitude I would feel for having this career and the continued passion to help others find their homes or move on to the next step in their lives. I love the process of helping others, making friends and forging solid relationships that last well past the buying and selling of a home. I completely understand why my Dad, Al Rinetti, who opened our office in 1970, never gave it up! I continue with his joy of helping sellers sell and buyers buy. Along the way I have added my passion for design to help our clients, and beyond, which makes my job that much better! Thank you for all the years of support of Rinetti & Co. Realtors. It is truly a special company!
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Plethos Productions’ 4th annual “That’s What She Said” stand-up comedy show is back with a whole new lineup of fabulously female comics who will have you laughing all night long! Every year, Castro Valley non-profit theatre Plethos Productions has celebrated Women’s Month with a lineup of ladies. This show tends to get the biggest laughs of the year. Plethos favorite comedy host, Priya Guyadeen, will be bringing up these known, loved and hilarious Bay Area comedians this Saturday, March 19 at 8 pm at the Castro Valley Marketplace. The show will feature headliner Emily Van Dyke who is a regular at the San
Francisco Punch Line Comedy Club, she performs in venues all over California including SF Sketchfest and has even opened for SNL’s Colin Quinn! The show will also feature established Bay Area comics seen all over the local comedy scene: Rachael Berman-Huck, Kathy Klotz-Guest, PX G Floro and Gina Stahl-Haven. You can get a feel for each of their comedic stylings via the Plethos Productions Facebook or Instagram page @ PlethosProductions. The show offers delicious gourmet food and signature mixed drinks from Oculto delivered right to your table throughout the performances. That’s What She Said has sold out every year, so get your tickets in advance at: Plethos.org.
‘Women’s History in Eden Area’ Program is Monday The League of Women Voters Eden Area (LWVEA) will be holding a free program on “Women’s History in the Eden Area” on Monday, March 21, at 7 pm over Zoom. March is designated as Women’s History Month. The question arises as to why and how did this come about. To answer this question, there will be a speaker who was
one of the people who worked to see that there would be a month dedicated to the history of women. Molly Murphy MacGregor is the cofounder of the National Women’s History Project, which has expanded and is now the National Women’s History Alliance. Register at: bit.ly/33JwwkP Once you register, you will receive the Zoom link.
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Women In Business Judy Rose Realtor®
CRS, SRES • CA BRE# 00633313
• Over 35 Years Serving the Needs of Sellers and Buyers with Integrity. • Certified Residential Specialist (only the top agents in the country earn this designation). • Senior Real Estate Specialist Serving the needs of Seniors and their Families. • Accredited Staging Professional and Design Consultant. Offering Free Consultation for Sellers to Maximize your profits. Email: judy@judyrose.com
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Delane’s Natural Nail Care has been a women owned business for over 20 years! Our tagline is relaxing, private, profession & clean. We care about healthy nails & feet, with excellent service in a clean room with sanitized tools. We offer: • At-Home Podiatric & Pedicure Services- we can come to you. • Amazing Healthy Gel Manicures • Medical Pedicures • Podiatric services suited for diabetics, fungal treatments, thick & long toenails, calluses, & more. Call us for an appointment or schedule online today! Bring a friend.
JANELLA ANGUIANO
CENTURY 21 REA CASTRO VALLEY REALTOR ®
As a Realtor®, Janella Anguiano’s goal is to provide an unsurpassed and second to none buying and selling experience to each and every client she works with. With an exceptional and awarded track record in real estate, Janella has demonstrated why the vast majority of her business is personal referrals to family, friends, and neighbors like you. With 18 years of experience, she has seen it all. Call her today for a FREE CONSULTATION! Follow me on FACEBOOK Scan QR.
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With the right realtor, buying or selling a home doesn’t have to be stressful or even complex. I bring integrity, hard work, and extensive experience as well as a real love for helping clients achieve their dreams, to every home sale or purchase. Together, we can ensure you have a positive experience no matter what your goals may be. I’m here to guide my clients, work tirelessly for them, and help them navigate this important piece of their lives.
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• Over 22 years of Successful Real Estate Services Incomparable & Unparalleled Seller & Buyer Experience • Probate Specialist • Certified Distressed Property Expert-Short Sale Expert • Digital Marketing Expert Utilizing Video Technology • Community Focused Market Leader Offering Free Consultations for Sellers & Buyers Email: tracybonalsellshomes@yahoo.com
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MARTHA COPRA Plant Shop Owner
In Sept. 2019 an opportunity to take over a wonderful little plant shop in my hometown of Castro Valley presented itself to me and my husband - so we went for it 100%! We opened “Drift Plants” in December 2019. Now, two years later, we are extremely grateful to be able to spread joy by sharing my passion for plants and offering a sense of community. I’ve spent most of my life living in Castro Valley, and am proud to support local businesses.
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WE OFFER: Common & Rare Houseplants, Succulents, Tillandsias, Carnivorous Plants Locally Handmade Pottery & Gifts, Loyalty Stamp Cards Follow us on Instagram @driftplants for current plant inventory & specials. BRING THIS AD WITH YOU FOR 10% OFF & DOUBLE-STAMPS
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Lynnette Bailey
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I love my job and the people I meet and am able to help. With 32 years in the Real Estate industry, I am fully capable to help my clients reach their goals and that is what I do. I wouldn’t change a thing and I look forward to assisting you to achieve your goals and dreams!
Bailey’s Bookkeeping Plus offers Tax Preparation (Individual, Partnership, Corporate, Fiduciary), a ‘One Stop’ personalized service to small businesses. A stand out tax preparer and full-charge bookkeeping office. We prepare payroll, payroll tax forms, sales tax reporting and filing. Furnishing financial statements, managing accounts payables and receivables. Lynnette is an Enrolled Agent, a Notary Public and a Quick Books Pro Advisor. Lynnette worked for a local San Leandro CPA firm for over 30 years before starting her own business 8 years ago . www.BaileysBookkeepingPlus.com
I enjoy assisting business owners in developing a very affordable and consistent advertising campaign tailored to their budget in our weekly community newspapers - Castro Valley Forum and San Leandro Times. When you place your display ads in our community newspapers this becomes a great marketing strategy to attract consumers to your business. My services include: free consultations, helping you develop your ad copy, layout, and design, and providing proof copies of your ad before it appears in our papers. Appointments with me can be made at your convenience on weekdays, evenings, or weekends. Please give me a call, or email me, for more information.
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Karin Johnson Owner
Karin Johnson Specialty Cakes & Pastries 20865 Redwood Rd., Castro Valley • 329-5980
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Malanie Yan
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With over 18 years under her belt, Malanie Yan is not your ordinary real estate agent. Buying or selling a home can be stressful and time-consuming but not with Malanie! Her clients are some of the happiest and knowledgeable home buyers and sellers in the Bay Area. That’s because Malanie’s first priority is exceeding her clients’ goals with integrity, attention-to-detail and a dash of humor. Whether it be managing a remodel, staging, photography, or advertising a residential property, Malanie works with resources and local professionals in the community to provide the utmost of service. Thinking of buying or selling, call me, so you can be provided with “Service You Can Trust.”
I am the owner of a small boutique immigration law firm in San Leandro. I focus my practice to 100% immigration law, as I am committed to providing my clients with high-level, attorney-driven representation, allowing us to provide an individualized solution and success-driven outcome. We pride ourselves on our 99% approval rate. I enjoy assisting families, employers and business owners obtain legal residence, citizenship or naturalization, as well as other nonimmigrant visas. I chose “Omega” as the name to represent the beginning and end solution to one’s immigration needs. After having moved my business to San Leandro from the San Jose area, I am enjoying the variety of clientele from San Leandro, Castro Valley, Hayward, Oakland, and neighboring cities. Our services also include: free consultations and Spanish-speaking legal assistants.
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Did you know there is a flashlight on your iPhone? I just found mine. Courtesy of BoomerTECH Adventures online, I’ve not only learned that there is a flashlight, but how to access it. BoomerTECH Adventures is a website aimed at seniors (although I don’t know why it wouldn’t appeal to anybody with an Apple device) who want to expand how they use their iPhone, iPad or Mac computer and learn about all the features. Right on the home page of the website (as of this writing) is a free video about turning slides into digital images and a free video about how to change the email password on your iPad. In addition, there is a link to its blog covering a wide variety of Apple device-related topics. Not all the videos are free, however. There are full courses, such as the Introduction to iPhone Basics ($30), which includes four videos and a course booklet. There is Introduction to Zoom Basics, wherein you can learn how to have those video calls with your family ($30). This one consists of eight videos that cover everything you need to know from setting it up to how to have appropriate lighting. Maximizing Your iPad’s Potential is a $30 course that covers over a dozen areas and iPad topics, such as basic navigation, personalizing the look and making folders, communicating with messages and video, using the camera, editing photos and much more. Mac computer owners aren’t left out -- there is an Introduction to Mac Basics ($30) course. BoomerTECH Adventures was started by a trio of educators, all of them seniors, which means they know we learn new things in different ways at different paces. If you have an Apple iPhone and want to know how to do more than place a call, check BoomerTECH Adventures at: boomertechadventures.com
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Senior Q&A: How Do ‘Living Trusts’ and Wills Differ?
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My wife and I don’t really understand what a “Living Trust” is and how it is different from a Will. Can you help us understand it?
your property. Attorneys often refer to is as a “Revocable Trust”, as it can be revoked by you during your lifetime if you By Gene L. Osofsky wish. SPECIAL TO THE FORUM As the creator of a revocable trust, you typically wear Yes. A “Living three (3) hats: (1) you are the Trust”, is a legal “Trust Maker” (aka “Settlor”, document which or “Grantor”); (2) You are (1) provides for asset manthe Beneficiaries of your trust; agement in the event of your and (3) you are the “Trustees” incapacity, and (2) allows your of the trust property. Married assets to go to your intended couples usually serve together beneficiaries upon your death as Co-Trustees. without the expense and delay Even though the assets are of probate. held by you as “trustee(s)”, By comparison, a Will you and your spouse still redoes not provide for the main the real owners and you management of your assets in can manage assets placed into the event of incapacity, and trust just as you always have. usually requires a court probate An important difference proceeding to distribute your between a Trust and a Will: in assets, a process which is the event of your incapacity, a typically more time consuming co-trustee (typically a spouse and expensive. or adult child) can step in and The Living Trust is a legal manage the trust property for arrangement whereby you, as your benefit. While you might “trustees”, hold legal title to also accomplish this through
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a Durable Power of Attorney, banks and other financial institutions are often much more comfortable with trusts. Indeed, they have been known to reject Durable Powers of Attorney, especially if they are more than a few years old. The secret to making revocable trusts work is to “fund” them. This means re-titling assets in the names of the trustee(s) of the trust. To place bank and investment accounts into your trust, you need to retitle them. Assuming your names are John and Mary Smith, you would re-title assets as follows: “John Smith & Mary Smith, as Trustees of The Smith Family Revocable Trust created [date].” As to bank and brokerage accounts, the financial institutions will also require a copy of a summary of the trust (called a “Certification of Trust”), which affirms the existence of the trust, the identities and powers of the Trustee(s), and their signatures. To transfer your home into your trust, you will need to
legal control over assets that have not become part of the trust. However, if you execute “pour-over” Wills, along with your trust, saying that at your death all of your assets are to be distributed to your Trust, your wishes as to the ultimate distribution of your estate can still be honored. However, in that event, a probate proceeding would be required to formally transfer your assets into the trust. Further, if you do not fully fund your trust during your lifetime, your successor trustee may not be able to manage your assets for you in the event of your incapacity. As long as you are serving An important difference between a Trust and a Will: in the event of your incapacity, a co-trustee (typically as your own trustee or co-trusta spouse or adult child) can step in and manage the ee, you can use your own trust property for your benefit. Social Security number for the trust on your usual, individual tax returns. As before, you will All too often, attorneys sign a deed transferring it draw up Trusts, advise clients still be taxed on all of the trust into the trust, by deeding it income. to fund their Trusts, and to yourselves “as trustees”. Gene L. Osofsky is an Elder then nothing happens. This Of course, the home will Law and Estate Planning omission can undermine the still remain yours, as before, attorney in the East Bay. Visit notwithstanding this deed and Trust, as the Trustees (and, his website at www.Lawyeryou can continue to manage it especially, your successor ForSeniors.com. trustee) would then not have as you wish.
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REAL ESTATE GALLERY REAL ESTATE REALITY
By Carl Medford, CRS Special to the Times
4114 Ravenwood Place, Castro Valley • $657,500
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REALTORS – Making Life a Lot Easier
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t is no secret that selling a home can be very complicated. Years ago, all it took to sell most homes was a fresh coat of paint and a sign in the front yard. Unfortunately, with today’s remarkably high prices, buyers demand more. Sellers, cognizant of the fact they will reap significant rewards if they update their homes to meet the tastes of today’s buyers, are embarking on remodeling projects prior to listing. When you factor in managing upgrades, overseeing decluttering, packing, possibly relocating prior to going live on the market, finding a replacement home and the myriad of other details that accompany a move, it can easily be one of life’s most stressful events. Realtors, understanding the strain that accompanies a move, have been working hard to develop systems designed to make the process as easy as possible. Here are some current solutions: Property preparation. Given the current economic conditions along with residual effects from the pandemic, finding a competent contractor to perform upgrades on
your home can be daunting. Many realtors, especially those who sell large volumes of homes, have developed strategic partnerships with trades and get preferential treatment for their listings. Project management. In many cases, homeowners are to busy with their relocation details to oversee the upgrade projects as well. To accommodate this need, some Bay Area teams not only provide contractors, they also have inhouse Transformation Specialists who will oversee enhancement projects to make sure everything stays on track. They can also coordinate pre-inspections and any repairs deemed necessary. Project funding. The most common pushback from sellers concerning doing upgrades is, “How will I pay for it?” Some realtors, aware that this is often an impediment to a seller getting the higher possible price, are now providing access to funding sources that can be repaid at the close of escrow. Staging. Many question the need for staging in a super-hot market. In reality, studies show that a minor investment in staging
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will reap a higher price tag because it positively engages more buyers. Once upgrades have been completed, agents can coordinate effective, professional staging. As the market continues to shift and morph, the roles of real estate agents are changing as well. Today’s realtors are providing a much higher level of services than ever before, all with the goal of making the home selling process as seamless and easy as possible.
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Dried Up Rhodendron Leaves Caused by Insects or Fungus BUZZ BERTOLERO
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What should I do to prevent or correct the problem with the flowers on my Rhododendrons? In the past, they dry up quickly after opening up. Last year, the buds just turned brown. In addition, the foliage looks terrible.
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The primary causes for Rhododendron blossoms to dry up and turn brown prematurely are insects and fungus. Of the two insects, Thrips, in particular, are the cause. Thrips are an insect with both sucking and rasping mouthparts. They attack both the flowers and the foliage of Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Photinias, Viburnum, and other plants. Also, they’re a tiny insect, about an
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eighth of an inch long, very narrow, and black in color. When you shake a damaged flower over a flat, white surface, they’re visible to the naked eye. The damaged leaves are silvery instead of dark green as the insect strips away the chlorophyll or the green leaf layer. The organic solution is to spray the plant with Horticultural Oil and suffocate any of the exposed insects. You’ll have to be very persistent with repeat applications to be successful. The non-organic solutions are Bonide Systemic Drench, Bayer Advanced 2 and 1 and All In One Rose Care. The systematics are applied every six weeks. You cover up the damaged leaves by regularly feeding, encouraging the new growth to camouflage the damaged leaves. The second cause is a fungal disease called Bud Blast, otherwise known as pycnostysanus. It can also occur on Azaleas. The dead give away to this problem because the buds are covered with tiny hairs with a circular structure at the end. Bud Blast is best controlled by good sanitation practices and by spraying with a copper fungicide in February/March. Also, the ground around each plant should be cleaned of all dead leaves and other organic debris, along with removing the spent flowers. If you are not sure, I’d
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RECENT HOME SALES
Home sales information is compiled and provided by CalREsource and includes Bedrooms, Square Feet and Year Built when available
$549,000 [2 BD - 894 SF - 1988 1002 Clubhouse Drive 94541: $600,000 [2 BD - 1,270 SF - 1973 2505 Miramar Avenue #139 94546: 1030 Clubhouse Drive 94541: $625,000 $565,000 [2 BD - 871 SF - 1988 18387 Crest Avenue 94546: $740,000 [2 BD - 1,270 SF - 1973 328 Lion Street 94541: $710,000 [2 [2 BD - 1,123 SF - 1950 2861 Theresa Court 94546: $835,000 BD - 950 SF - 1950 627 Dean Street 94541: $755,000 [3 [3 BD - 1,567 SF - 1978 21295 Tyee Street 94546: $850,000 [2 BD - 1,040 SF - 1922 27917 Mandarin Avenue 94544: BD - 1,016 SF - 1947 $812,500 [4 BD - 1,589 SF - 1954 4059 Somerset Avenue 94546: 1463 Mantilla Avenue 94544: $820,000 $1,070,000 [2 BD - 1,027 SF - 1949 [3 BD - 1,000 SF - 1954 22325 West Lyndon Loop 94552: 133 Newton Street 94544: $830,000 $1,403,000 [4 BD - 2,240 SF - 2000 18740 Dubin Court 94546: $1,410,000 [3 BD - 1,070 SF - 1952 27894 Biscayne Avenue 94544: [4 BD - 1,367 SF - 1957 $830,000 [3 BD - 1,000 SF - 1954 5745 Cold Water Drive 94552: 22585 5th Street 94541: $860,000 [2 $1,415,000 [3 BD - 1,493 SF - 1966 BD - 1,249 SF - 1939 4950 Beacon Hill Drive 94552: 582 Simon Street 94541: $865,000 [3 $1,625,000 [4 BD - 2,410 SF - 1973 BD - 1,648 SF - 1952 210 Bolt Court 94544: $880,000 HAYWARD 31251 Hershey Way 94544: $890,000 Total: 20 – Average Price: $807,325 [3 BD - 1,161 SF - 1955 High: $1,160,000– Low: $370,000 18060 Meekland Avenue #3 94541: 29300 Dixon Street #207 94544: $905,000 [4 BD - 1,758 SF - 2001 27505 Tampa Avenue #65 94544: 819 Estancia Court 94541: $950,000 [3 $370,000 [2 BD - 910 SF - 1981 BD - 1,523 SF - 2020 1775 Panda Way #335 94541: 150 West Blossom Way 94541: $515,000 [2 BD - 899 SF - 1980 $1,070,000 [10 BD - 2,268 SF - ] 685 Dartmore Lane #363 94544: CASTRO VALLEY
Total: 9 – Average Price: $1,101,444 High: $1,625,000 – Low: $565,000
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Homes 1548 Sylvia Street 94545: $1,150,000 [4 BD - 1,974 SF - 2015 28546 Starboard Lane 94545: $1,160,000 [3 BD - 1,945 SF - 2007 SAN LEANDRO
Total: 10 – Average Price: $947,300 High: $1,780,000 – Low: $418,000.
433 Harlan Street #106 94577: $418,000 [2 BD - 803 SF - 1964 134 Castro Street 94577: $572,000 [2 BD - 1,152 SF - 1989 15355 Dewey Street 94579: $850,000 [2 BD - 858 SF - 1950 16325 Ria Drive 94578: $855,000 [2 BD - 1,763 SF - 1947 1449 Marybelle Avenue 94577: $895,000 [3 BD - 1,133 SF - 1944 1651 159th Avenue 94578: $970,000 [4 BD - 1,683 SF - 1954 835 Kenyon Avenue 94577: $1,000,000 [2 BD - 1,518 SF - 1948 15408 Hesperian Boulevard 94578: $1,025,000 [5 BD - 2,526 SF - 1979 1016 Marquette Way 94579: $1,108,000 [4 BD - 2,037 SF - 1956 1637 Edgehill Court 94577: $1,780,000 [5 BD - 3,428 SF - 1971 SAN LORENZO
Total: 2 – Average Price: $981,000 High: $1,000,000 – Low: $962,000
1233 Bockman Road #22 94580: $962,000 [4 BD - 1,745 SF - 2017 17034 Via Margarita 94580: $1,000,000 [4 BD - 1,505 SF - 1950
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Mortgage Rates Rise Following two weeks of declines, mortgage rates rose this week as U.S. Treasury yields increased. Over the long-term, we expect rates to continue to rise as inflation broadens and shortages increasingly impact many segments of the economy. However, uncertainty about the war in Ukraine is driving rate volatility that likely will continue in the short-term.
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WEEKEND GARDENER Flowers Sow or transplant perennials such as coralbells, coreopsis, delphiniums, foxgloves, hollyhocks, lupines and Iceland poppies. A good selection of perennials is available in six-packs, 4-inch pots and one-gallon cans at local nurseries and garden centers. Vegetables Sow seeds for beets, carrots, chard, herbs, lettuces, green onions, parsley, peas, spinaches and turnips. Cuttings Start some new plants by rooting 3-to-4-inch long stem cuttings of dianthus, dusty miller, spurge, blue marguerite, fuchsias, geraniums, lavenders, chrysanthemums, sedums and succulents. Pinch or cut off the lowest pair of leaves, then plant the cutting in a 2-inch pot mixture of moist peat and coarse sand. Put a clear plastic cup over the cutting to form a mini greenhouse until it roots. Keep the plant moist, but not soggy wet. Wildflowers Wildflowers still can be sown and are excellent for erosion control on hillsides in the East Bay.
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Park District Seeks Lifeguards By Ned MacKay
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Want a good summer job? The East Bay Regional Park District is looking to hire 50 new lifeguards for the 2022 swim season. The district operates 10 swim areas, including lakes, lagoons and pools. The lifeguard job is full-time seasonal from May through September. Anyone who is 16 or older before April 23 can apply. Starting pay is $20.17 per hour. Application includes a swim test. Remaining testing dates are on Saturday and Sunday, March 19 and 20 at Mills College in Oakland, and Saturday and Sunday, March 26 and 27 at Granada High School in Livermore. Applicants will be asked to swim 550 yards in under 10 minutes, carry a rescue board 50 feet, retrieve three dive rings under four to seven feet of water, tread water for two minutes using only their legs, and retrieve a 10-pound brick from under water. There’s also a short informal interview.
The East Bay Regional Park District is looking to hire 50 new lifeguards for the 2022 swim season.
Participants who past the tests will be invited to the park district’s lifeguard academy beginning Saturday, April 23, where they receive paid training. The academy runs for five consecutive weekends in April and May. For more information and application information, go to bit.ly/2022EBRPDLifeguard.
Gold Rush Adventure at Black Diamond Mines Elsewhere in the regional parks, there may still be time to register for the Gold Rush Adventure at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve in Antioch, organized by naturalist Ashley Adams. The backstory is that a Wild West bandit has hidden “gold” throughout the park. Ashley will provide clues to the locations. Show up for the rush with your team any time between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 19. You’ll discover hidden stories about Black Diamond’s past during the search, and win prizes, too. Black Diamond Mines is at the end of Somersville Road, 3.5 miles south of Highway 4. There’s a parking fee of $5 per vehicle. The program is free of charge, but registration is required. For registration and information, please call 888327-2757, option 2. This is just a partial list. For full information on park district programs, visit the website, www.ebparks.org.
MAC: Business Application Approved continued from front page with a FAR of 01 would be able to have a 1-acre (43,560-square-feet) of building area for non-residential buildings. The new proposed amendment allows a FAR of .025 to all types of agricultural buildings on LPA properties. Additionally, a .025 FAR would be allowed for covered equestrian areas. MAC member Chuck Moore is often a champion for agricultural causes and said the project has been in the works
for over a decade. “As we work through this process as a ballot measure, I think it’s important to support the agricultural area,” said Moore. Following the MAC’s approval, the ballot language will be approved by the County Board of Supervisors and will be on the November 8, 2022, ballot. The MAC also approved an application for a new eyebrow tattoo business at 20861 Wilbeam Avenue. The business wanted signage that read
“Brows Studio and Academy, but the MAC felt that because no classes or instruction would be taking place on-site, the word “Academy” should not be used. Moore suggested that the applicant come back with adjusted signage, but MAC Chair Ken Carbone said the matter could be handled at the meeting just by instructing the applicant to change the sign. “We don’t want to create more obstacles for anybody,” said Carbons. “I think we can clear this up pretty easily.”
LEGAL NOTICES FILED MELISSA WILK Clerk
DEC 17, 2022 FILED FEB 15, 2022 County MELISSA WILK County Clerk ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY By----------, Deputy By----------, Deputy FILE NO. 585143 FILE NO. 586481 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and Professions Code Professions Code Sections 17900-17930 Sections 17900-17930 The name of the business(es): The name of the business(es): Kitson Wines, located at 4755 Hillside Advanced Car Glass, located at 3641 JuDrive, Castro Valley, Ca 94546. in Ala- niper St., Castro Valley Ca 94546. 20885 meda County, is hereby registered by Redwood Rd., #181, Castro Valley Ca the following owner(s): Bradford Scott 94546. in Alameda County, is hereby Kitson, 14755 Hillside Drive, Castro registered by the following owner(s): Valley, Ca 94546. This business is con- Robert Ussery, 3641 Juniper St., Castro ducted, by an individual. This business Valley Ca 94546. This business is concommenced 1/1/2011 ducted, by an individual. This business /s/ Bradford Scott Kitson commenced N/A This statement was filed with the Coun- /s/ Robert Ussery ty Clerk of Alameda County on date in- This statement was filed with the Coundicated by file stamp above. ty Clerk of Alameda County on date inExpires DEC 16, 2026 dicated by file stamp above. MAR 02, 09, 16, 23, 2022 Expires FEB 14, 2027 0463-CVF FEB 23, MAR 02, 09, 16, 2022 0460-CVF
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Tomorrow Thursday, March 17:
‘Beyond Recognition’ Film Screening The Alameda County Library will be hosting an online Film Screening and Discussion of “Beyond Recognition” via Zoom tomorrow Thursday, March 17 at 6:30 pm. Follow Corrina Gould, Chochenyo Ohlone, as she advocates for protection of her ancestors’ burial places here in the East Bay. “Beyond Recognition” is a documentary exploring the questions of Native resilience, cultural preservation, and the power of community led movements. Join us in a discussion with Corrina Gould, founder of Sogorea Te’ land trust, and filmmaker Michelle Steinberg after the screening. Film viewing will be available through Vimeo or through DVD checkout at AC library. Register at www.aclibrary.org to receive the Vimeo and Zoom links via email. Saturday, March 19:
CVUSD Holding Job Fair The Castro Valley Unified School District has openings for the 2022-2023 school year! Visit their job fair at Castro Valley High School (19400 Santa Maria Ave. Castro Valley) on Saturday, March 19 from 9 am to 12 pm to learn how you can become a member of the CVUSD. The District has openings for: Certificated Staff at all levels, Pre-K – 12, Paraprofessionals, Cafeteria Workers (Group testing for paraprofessionals and cafeteria workers available at 9:30 a.m), Clerical Staff, Custodial, and more. Apply online before the job fair to secure your interview timeslot: www.edjoin.org/CVUSD. Saturday, March 19:
Street Eats & Makers Market FirstPres Hayward, located at 2490 Grove Way in Castro Valley, is hosting Street Eats & Makers Market on Saturday, March 19 from 10am to 4pm. The event will benefit Everyone Deserves, a social enterprise of FirstPres, that works to create dignified income for the unhoused community because everyone deserves an opportunity for a better life. We’re excited and hope you’ll join us at our event that will spotlight local makers, Food Truck Mafia, and live music brought to you by Smalltown! If you’re a local maker interested in participating as a vendor, contact: everyonedeserves@firstpreshayward.com. Monday, March 21:
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MAR 07, 2022 County
ALAMEDA COUNTY By----------, Deputy FILE NO. 587033 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Pursuant to Business and Professions Code Sections 17900-17930 The name of the business(es): Canine Learning with Finesse, located at 1647 E Street, Hayward, Ca 94541, in Alameda County, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Esther W Ho, 1882 E Street, Hayward, Ca 94541. This business is conducted by an individual. This business commenced 10/04/2006 /s/ Esther W Ho This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated by file stamp above. Expires MAR 06, 2027 MAR 09, 16, 23, 30, 2022 0466-CVF
Start Smart: Teen Driver Program The California Highway Patrol and the Castro Valley Library present Start Smart: Teen Driver Program. CHP officers will discuss traffic collision avoidance techniques, driver/parent responsibilities, and seatbelt usage. The Start Smart program is a driver safety education class which targets new and future licensed teenage drivers between the age of 15 to 19. A parent/guardian is required to attend the class with their teen. This program will be held in person at the Castro Valley library in the Chabot/Canyon room on Monday, March 21 from 6 to 7 p.m. Registration is required for this FREE program. To register, call the Library Info Desk at 510667-7900 or register at www.aclibrary.org
Monday, March 21:
Women’s History in the Eden Area The League of Women Voters Eden Area (LWVEA) will be holding a free program on “Women’s History in the Eden Area” on Monday, March 21, at 7 pm over Zoom. March is designated as Women’s History Month. The question arises as to why and how did this come about. To answer this question, there will be a speaker who was one of the people who worked to see that there would be a month dedicated to the history of women. Molly Murphy MacGregor is the cofounder of the National Women’s History Project, which has expanded and is now the National Women’s History Alliance. Register at https://bit.ly/33JwwkP Once you register, you will receive the Zoom link. Tuesday, March 22:
Rotary Hosts Greg Boller Greg Boller, assistant district attorney for Alameda County will talk about consumer protection. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12 to 1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 20, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510-402-5123. More info available at castrovalleyrotary.org. Tuesday, March 22:
CV Democratic Club Meeting Join the Castro Valley Democratic Club at our regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 22 at 7 pm as we hear from all four candidates running for election for the Alameda County District Attorney. The AC DA is an important position that decides who is criminally charged for prosecution in Castro Valley and Alameda County. Send an e-mail to cvdemsclub@gmail.com to receive a Zoom meeting link. March 23 & March 27:
Free In-Person Concerts Return! Castro Valley Adult and Career Education is delighted to once again offer free in-person concerts. Liven up your week, grab a friend and attend the community band concert on March 23 at 7:30. You can also spice up your Sunday afternoon with the March 27 Orchestra concert at 2 pm. Both events will be held at the CV Center for the Arts. Attendees will be required to show photo ID and proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test taken within 72 hours of the date of attendance. Please arrive early to account for this. Saturday, March 26:
Hill and Valley Club Bunco Madness Hill and Valley Club presents Bunco Madness on Saturday, March 26, 2022, from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at our clubhouse, 1808 B Street (B and Linden) in Hayward. Your $20 ticket includes lunch and a variety of door prizes and Bunco prizes. For reservations or further information, please contact Pat Keathley at 510-487-8827 or pkeathley@icloud.com. Masks and proof of vaccination/booster are required.
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Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Boost Garden’s Harvest While Reducing Pest Problems
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
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CVUSD Expresses Gratitude To Castro Valley Community
The Pandemic has been difficult for everyone. We want to express our appreciation to our community for all you have done to protect our students during these very challenging last two years. Castro Valley is nearly 90% fully vaccinated, and masks and social distancing quickly became a normal part of our everyday life. Parents and guardians, teachers, staff and administrators were crucial in reinforcing safety measures. Families carefully completed the daily health screening, kept students with symptoms at home, and ensured that exposed students were quarantined and tested. Those measures, along with all mitigations in place such as adequate ventilation and easily accessible testing, helped us to avoid the worst of the pandemic and to open our schools and keep them open this year. Now we hope that the omicron peak is behind us. We will continue to rely on the public health authorities to guide us, and again, we thank the community for their outstanding efforts to protect us all. –CVUSD Governing Board Dot Theodore - President Lavender Whitaker - Vice President Dolly Adams Gary Howard Michael Kusiak Parvin Ahmadi
Why Must It Be About Race?
Some people just cant help themselves.In his letters to the editor last week Gregory Newman, in one sentence takes away from from everything he tried to say of his friend and made it about race and politics. Total backfire... He said “the one beauty that stands out to me as a black man is that he never made any reference to race” as a black man? Why couldnt you just say “as a MAN” or not even that..kind of sounds “tribal” when someone insert their race. It just perpetuates the very thing you’re friend did not like. –Brian Thomas, Castro Valley
By Melinda Myers Castro Valley Forum
Boost this year’s harvest and reduce pest problems with less effort, while being kind to the environment. Employ row covers, chicken wire cloches and crop cages to prevent damage without the aid of chemicals. Floating row covers of spun-bonded or woven materials let air, light, and water through to the covered plantings. The warm air that is captured protects the plantings from frosty temperatures. The coverings also prevent birds from dining on newly planted seeds and eliminate damage by certain insects like flea beetles, onion maggots, seed corn maggots, and leafhoppers that may infect lettuce, celery, and carrots with aster yellows disease. Cover susceptible seeds and transplants at planting to prevent the insects from reaching the plants. Insects like flea beetles and onion and seed corn maggots overwinter as adults in the soil near the previous season’s planting. Move susceptible plants to a different part of the garden to avoid trapping the insects under the row cover with their favorite food source. Double the benefit with less effort by planting short season radishes with long season cole crops such as cabbage, broccoli, and cauliflower. Harvest the radishes as the larger vegetable
plants need the space. This will provide two harvests from one row. The row cover eliminates problems with root maggots on radishes, cabbage worms on cole crops, and rabbits from dining on them all. Basil and beans are favorites of Japanese beetles. Cover these at planting and since they do not need pollination to enjoy the harvest, leave the fabric in place throughout the season. Just lift to harvest and replace. Cover squash at planting to prevent birds from dining on newly planted seeds and to reduce the risk of squash vine borer and squash bugs. The fabric prevents these insects from accessing the plants. Remove the covers when flowering begins to allow pollinators access to the blossoms. Don’t use row covers when planting squash in the same location as the previous year. Since squash vine borer insects will overwinter in the soil near the squash plants, the row cover will trap the insects and provide easy access to the plants. Continue to monitor for these pests throughout the remainder of the season. Loosely drape the row cover fabric over the planting and secure the edges with boards, pipes, stones, or landscape pins. Commercial setups like the
Obituaries
Peter Mathew Schantz, Jr.
Since 1965
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On February 16, 2022, Peter passed away at age 97. Peter was born in Glen Ullin, North Dakota. Peter entered the army on March 11, 1943. He was honorably discharged as a private first class on Feb 12, 1946 after serving as an MP for the 793rd Military Police Battalion, Company B, during WWII. He received the Military’s Police Corps Order of Marechaussee Bronze medal, and the French Medal of Honor. Peter’s commitment and loyalty to his country continued with his membership and continued attendance with the Veterans of Foreign Wars post 9601, the San Leandro American Legion Post 117, and the 793rd MP Battalion. Peter and Faye Meier Schantz were married in 1947 and had two sons, David and Joel. They bought their new home in San Leandro in 1954 and lived there until moving to Castro Valley’s Baywood Court in 2016. Peter worked as a carpenter/cabinet maker and later Carpenters Union Officer. Of the many items Peter created were a grandfather clock and a beautiful cello. Peter loved bicycling and often rode a tandem bike with Faye. Peter and Faye shared an avid interest in genealogy as members of American Historical Society of Germans from Russia (AHSGR). In 1953, Peter was initiated into the Order of Freemasonry at Acorn Lodge No. 494, and later was a member of Orinda Lodge No. 122. Peter and Faye were original members and constant attendees of the Nautilus Club in San Leandro (now 24Hour Fitness-Bayfair). Here, Peter and Faye built a community of friends who became family over the years. Peter is survived by his son, Joel Schantz of Fremont, his brother, Burt Schantz of North Carolina, numerous nieces and nephews, and an extended community of friends, fellow veterans and service people. Peter and Faye will be laid to rest at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon, CA on June 3rd, followed by a celebration of life at the Castro Valley Moose Lodge. For details, please email celebratepeter2022@gmail.com.
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Plant tents protect plants from cold and wind, animals, and insect pests.
3-Season Plant Protection Tent include a framework and fabric covers, making it easy for gardeners to cover and access the plantings. Systems like this include two covers; one to protect plants from cold and a second lighter weight fabric for preventing insect damage during the warmer growing season. Reuse the fabrics as long as they remain intact. Self-supporting mesh enclosures like Pest Control Pop-Ups (gardeners.com) are another option for protecting plantings from insects, birds, and animals. Look for products like this that are simple to install and fold flat for easy storage when not in use. Finer mesh products keep out insect pests while larger
mesh wire covers protect plantings from birds and animals, including hungry squirrels dining on greens and ripe tomatoes. Various sizes and designs provide coverage for individual plants, raised beds and berry bushes. Make this the year to be proactive at preventing and minimizing pest damage throughout season without the use of chemicals. Your efforts will be rewarded with a bountiful harvest. Melinda Myers Myers is a columnist and contributing editor for Birds & Blooms magazine and was commissioned by Gardener’s Supply for her expertise to write this article. Her web site is www.MelindaMyers.com.
Obituaries Ernest (Ernie) Anthony Fillipucci
Ernest (Ernie) Anthony Fillipucci, 99 years old, of Lewiston, Idaho, peacefully passed away on November 24th, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. On October 31st, 1922, Ernie was born in Sandusky, Ohio, to Italian immigrants Lena Leurini Filippucci and Battista Filippucci. At the age of seven, he moved with his mother to Oakland, CA, graduated from Oakland Tech High School, and worked at his stepfather’s restaurant & bar. He enlisted in the Navy in April 1944, attended boot camp in Farragut, Idaho, and served as an Engineer 2nd Class on the USS Karen and the USS Pledge during WWII until January 1946. He was again called to active duty when the Korean War began, serving from September 1950 and honorably discharged in February 1952. Ernie was awarded the following decorations: China Service Ribbon, Korean Service Ribbon, Navy Occupation Ribbon, Asiatic- Pacific Medal with 1 Star, American Area Medal, and WWII Victory Medal. Ernie worked as an apprentice machinist at Union Diesel in Oakland. He later worked as a journeyman machinist at the Berkeley Lawrence Radiation Laboratory and moved to Lawrence Livermore Laboratory. With 3 partners, he owned and operated L&E Custom Machining for 30 successful years retiring in 1994. Ernie and Jeannette Ann Dickinson of Pleasanton, CA. met in 1946, were married the following year, moved to Washington Manor area of San Leandro, where they lived for 53 years, raising seven children. Ernie loved deep-sea fishing, roller skating, and cooking Italian food. Foremost, he loved his wife and family, was incredibly witty, and always good-natured. Ernie was predeceased by his parents and second eldest son Alfred John Fillipucci. He is survived by his wife of 74 years, six children, 11 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Graveside service will be at Holy Sepulchre, Hayward, CA, Monday, March 28th at 1:00 PM, at the St John The Baptist Memorial Statue, east side of the cemetery.
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Wednesday, March 16, 2022
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK
Jackson Morgan Jackson Morgan is our Athlete of the Week. This Castro Valley native took 7th place in the February 2022 CIF wrestling championships held in Bakersfield. The 3-day tournament is regarded as one of the hardest high school wrestling state tournaments in the country. More than 800 state schools compete. Jackson began wrestling in the 152lb weight class where he was ranked as the 6th seed. He finished the tournament with a 6-2 record. Jackson wrestled for Granada High School in Livermores, but his overall record stands at 108-28 a 76% win percentage. He will be competing at the collegiate level next year.
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Operations and Engineering Building NEIGHBORHOOD MEETINGS Castro Valley Sanitary District (CVSan) invites you to attend an upcoming virtual Neighborhood Meeting about the new Operations and Engineering building that will be located at 21195 Center Street. Meetings that are currently scheduled are listed below and subject to change.
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• Tuesday, April 12th, 2021 via Zoom @ 6:00 p.m. • Tuesday, May 10 th, 2022 via Zoom @ 6:00 p.m. • Tuesday, June 21 , 2022 via Zoom @ 6:00 p.m st
CVSan staff will provide updates on the project and be available to answer any questions. For upcoming meeting links and information, please email michael@cvsan.org or call (510) 537-0757 ext. 124. If you cannot attend a meeting, you can view the meeting archives at cvsan.org/CenterStreet.
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Success: Prepare continued from page 5 of writing this, we just spent the day moving into our new house. Very exciting, but also very tiring. That being said, my 2-year-old son and his limitless energy still wanted to play and be mischievous when I was ready to fall asleep wherever I landed. While he was being mischievous, I found my tolerance running quite low and my temper rising. I realized I was starting to yell, so I stopped myself and kicked a little plastic toy that was nearby. Not exactly a “Best Dad Award” moment. Since that moment, I had been reflecting on what I could have done differently to avoid it next time. I was obviously very tired. But what could I have done? It may seem very small, but I could have asked my wife to watch him while I took a 15-minute power nap. Now it seems so obvious, but at the moment, it never crossed my mind. My answer was simple. What can you change before you do the thing you’re supposed to do? Said another way, how do you prepare for success? In my case, taking a nap would allow me to be a present and playful father. An example is getting rid of all the junk food in your house if you want to be healthier. People accumulate wealth by automating their savings and having it taken out of their paycheck so they never “miss out” on that money. Some people identify when they feel the best (e.g. morning, afternoon, evening) and set their work around that time of day. One person I follow is Michael Hyatt, and he has a date night with his wife once a week. Some people take ice baths first thing in the morning. Professional athletes have rituals prior to the game/ match. This list goes on and on. These are all different forms of preparing for success. Some seem really important, others seem banal. Some seem extreme, and some seem logical. My hope is that you realize that something needs to change. Remember, in order to have something you don’t have, you need to do something you currently don’t do. I need to take more power naps when I’m tired so I can show up for my family and others. What change can you make to live the life you want? Kevin Koo is a professional coach who specializes in personal, business, and leadership development. Contact him at kevinkoocoaching@gmail.com
Brian Linney of Castro Valley caught this nice 2 pound Canary Rockfish while fishing aboard the ANKENY STREET, a sportsfishing charter boat out of Pillar Point Harbor in Half Moon Bay, California. Have a ‘Great Catch’ that you’d like to submit to the Forum? Please send an email to: filesforforum@gmail.com
ADOPT-A-PET
Tia and Tamera are bonded sister bunnies who love spending time together! They would like to be adopted together too. Their adoptions are free sponsored by a generous volunteer. Call Hayward Animal Shelter (510) 293-7200. Mikey is a 2 year old male husky who is playful and active. He loves going on walks and spending time in the play yard. Mikey is good with other dogs and would like a home with older children. His adoption is free, sponsored by SantaCon Hayward. To adopt call Hayward Animal Shelter (510) 293-7200.
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