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CASTRO VALLEY FORUM A COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SERVING CASTRO VALLEY SINCE 1989

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Castro Valley Miracle Baby Prominent CV Artist Turns 100 By Mike McGuire

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They’re Back! Chili Cook-off and Rowell Ranch Rodeo Parade both returning for 2022

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Take it Easy Local ﬁtness expert shares his advice on getting and staying ﬁt

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Congratulations Castro Valley High School senior achieves Eagle Scout rank

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Valentina Alvarado of Castro Valley turned six months old recently, and in most families, that would have been a celebration but not a surprise. To Valentina and her parents Gaby and Jesus, however, it was a little short of a miracle. Valentina was born at Kaiser Permanente’s San Leandro Medical Center on September 4, 2021, after 23 weeks of pregnancy and weighing only 580 grams, or about one pound, four ounces. In a photo of her just after birth, it’s hard to spot the baby among all the tubes and medical devices. Babies born before 28 weeks are considered “extremely premature” and the world’s earliest premature baby to survive birth was born at 21 weeks. Only a handful have survived entering the world as soon as Valentina did. The most pressing medical problem among the many they face, according to doctors, is badly undeveloped lungs. Even after they go home from the see BABY on page 5 Jesus (left) Gaby and baby Valentina Alvarado of Castro Valley.

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Prominent Castro Valley artist Betty Loeffler turns 100 this week, celebrating this milestone on March 26. She has lived in Castro Valley for Betty Loefﬂer 60 years. “She’s shown her art all over California and Hawaii,” says her daughter Pamela Loeffler Holloway. Born Betty Louise Glaves in Douglass, Kansas on March 26, 1922, she was one of three girls and two boys born to Virgil and Icle Glaves. Her father was a soldier in WW I and worked in the oil fields afterwards. By the time Betty was 12, the family moved to Ontario, Oregon. She graduated from high school there and attended Oregon State University in Portland. While in college she met her future husband, Robert Allan Loeffler, who was in medical school at the time. They married and he became a Navy doctor after med school. He retired from the Navy after 20 years. see 100 on page 4

Student Journalists Report on Ukraine War By Michael Singer

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The war in Ukraine is entering its second month with more than 3 million refugees fleeing for safety to nearby countries. And alongside the daily news feeds of the horrific events a group of students writing for The Olympian, Castro Valley High School’s award-winning student newspaper, have fanned out and reported on multiple facets of the war and its aftermath. Staff reporters, Leah Janaway, Zoe Dorado, and Ali Nosseir are among a group of

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writers who typically provide news coverage of the Castro Valley High School (CVHS) community. Students in the school’s journalism class produce the print and online

say,” Johanson told the Forum. With permission from Johanson, we are able to share snippets of their reporting and encourage you to visit The Olympian newspaper online to read the full story. (vist http:// www.cvhsolympian.com) Leah Janaway shares the experiences of her Ukrainian friend Nastya, 18, who lives in Odessa as the war closes in Zoe Dorado Ali Nosseir around her family. The story, Olympian advisor. newspaper. But each of these “Nastya’s Tale, Part 1: ‘At any “Our newspaper’s motto is, second a war may happen’” students has found a unique ‘We are born to seek the truth!’ has already generated dozens approach to chronicling the I’m proud that our students are of comments with concerns for human side of the overseas doing that, which is more than Nastya’s well-being. conflict, says Matt Johanson, CVHS journalism teacher and the Russian government can see UKRAINE on page 5

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By Winifred Thompson SPECIAL TO THE FORUM

“Visions of Spring” Art Exhibit presented by artists, musicians and writers of the National League of American Pen Women – Diablo/Alameda Branch runs April 2 to May 31 at the beautiful Bankhead Theater in Livermore. The public is invited to a free Opening Reception with refreshments Saturday, April 2, 1 pm - 3:30 pm. Artists include Charlotte Severin and Usha Shukla—CoChairs of Event, Winifred Thompson-Branch President, Julie Cohn, Debra Collins, Margaret Davis, Pat Doyne, Jo Ann Frisch, Elizabeth Hack, Pam Holloway, Ann Maloney-Mason, Ruey Syrop, Chandana Srinath, and Azar Vaghefi. Mary Fineman, composer and pianist; Margaret Davis, singer and Celtic harper; and Debra Nimmer singer and composer will perform. Writers Susan Wight, Connie Rusk, Genie Lester, Pam Holloway and Pat Doyne will be presenting. In 1897, when women were routinely excluded from professional groups, the NLAPW was established to create support and inspiration for women. Members included Pearl Buck, Georgia O’Keefe and Eudora Welty. Eleanor Roosevelt, a prolific writer, was an enthusiastic Pen Woman while in the White House and beyond. For more information, please visit: www.nlapw.org or email Winifred Thompson at: winigerry@gmail.com

Betty Louise Loefﬂer Happy 100th Birthday to our amazing Mom! Betty Louise Loefﬂer March 26, 2022 May memories continue to fill our lives with joy.

County DA Announces Settlements The Alameda County District Attorney’s Office announces a $2.5 million settlement with Pick-N-Pull Dismantlers, and a $800,000 settlement with used car business Copart, for the companies’ illegal disposal of hazardous waste. Pick-N-Pull operates 21 facilities throughout the state, with two locations in Alameda County (in Oakland and Newark). The company buys end-of-life vehicles, sells their parts, and recycles the remaining steel. The Alameda County District Attorney’s Office, an expert when it comes to environmental law, was part of a statewide investigation involving 13 other district attorney’s offices that revealed Pick-N-Pull employees, during their car cleanout process, were illegally dumping hazardous waste into the trash instead of disposing them properly. When employees received the used cars, some contained household hazardous waste stored inside the cars, such as aerosols, batteries, automotive fluids, household chemicals and electronic waste. These hazardous waste items, as well as confidential customer information, were unlawfully disposed of in the regular trash. Additionally, at several facilities Pick-N-Pull committed water pollution and stormwater violations. see COUNTY on back page

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Rowell Ranch Rodeo Parade And Chili Cook-Oﬀ Returns

wo great community events return to Castro Valley on Friday, May 13, and Saturday, May 14: The Chili Cook-off (May 13) and the Annual Rowell Ranch Rodeo Parade (May 14), both sponsored and hosted by the Rotary Club of Castro Valley. The Annual Rotary-sponsored Rowell Ranch Rodeo Parade will be celebrating its 38th year in Castro Valley (after two pandemic years off) and honoring the 100th anniversary of the Rowell Ranch Rodeo. Parade Chair and President-elect of The Rotary Club of Castro Valley, Lytrel Carter, invite the entire community to get involved in the parade as participant or spectator stating “We are very hopeful that the parade will again feature schools (public, private and faith-based), school bands, churches, youth sport teams, community clubs, car clubs, horses, carriages, floats, and will honor our Military, veterans and currently serving, First Responders from the CHP and Alameda County Sheriff’s Department, animals of all sorts, clowns, and elected officials.” Chair Carter invites interested individuals and organizations interested in participating in the parade to visit the parade website: www. rowellranchrodeoparade.com for more information and the entry form. Prizes are awarded in each category (1st, 2nd and 3rd) and are awarded right after the parade in the staging area in the Castro Valley BART parking lot. An Art and Essay Contest is open to students in Castro Valley in grades K-2, 3-4 and 5-6 whether in public, private, faith-based or homeschool under the guidance of Art and Essay Chair Dawn Ortiz. Awards are presented to the first, second and honorable mention(s) in each category. Entry info available at: www. rowellranchrodeoparade.com.

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Assault with a Deadly Weapon Saturday, March 19: at 12:45 a.m., a 30-year-old man was arrested on assault and gun charges following a traffic stop on Grove Way near East Castro Valley Boulevard. Deputies stopped the man following reThe Annual Rowell Ranch Rodeo Parade will be cel- ports of an assault with a deadebrating its 38th year in Castro Valley (after two pan- ly weapon. The driver fit the dedemic years off) and honoring the 100th anniversary scription. Deputies additionally of the Rowell Ranch Rodeo on Saturday, May 14. charged the man with illegal possession of a loaded firearm, Chili Cook-off Chair Randy from other communities. The driving with a loaded firearm, Vanderbilt is excited that Ro- Rotary Club of Castro Valley is and illegal concealment of a tary is once again and invites pleased to sponsor these great firearm. The man was taken to prospective Chili cookers who events and invest the revenue Santa Rita Jail. wish to enter the Cook-off to back to the community. contact him directly at (510) The Rotary Club of Castro Wanted Woman Arrested 882-1114. Randy stated “This Valley is currently providing Friday, March 18: at 2:00 p.m., is going to be a great event to hybrid meetings with both deputies arrested a 50-year-old a kick-off the Parade weekend. in-person luncheons at Redwoman as part of a warrant isPlease plan now to register wood Canyon and online on sued for her capture. The woma Chili Team in the event or Tuesdays at 12 p.m. Speakers an was stopped at the interattend and show your support and links to the meetings are section of Stanton Avenue and for the evening.” The Chili posted at www.castrovalleySommerset Avenue. The womCook-off will be held from 5 rotary.org under Upcoming an had been previously charged p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Rowell Events. The Club welcomes with petty theft and trespassing Ranch Rodeo Grounds on individuals who want to make and was in violation of her paDublin Canyon Boulevard. a positive impact locally, narole. Deputies took the woman Registration to cook is at tionally, and internationally. to Santa Rita Jail. CVChiliCookoff.com. Come sample the chili entries and vote for your favorites! Both the Chili Cook-off and the Rowell Ranch Rodeo MYCVFORUM.COM Parade committees encourage individuals, schools, churches ESTABLISHED: 1989 • CIRCULATION 22,500 © 2021 EASTBAY PUBLISHING CORPORATION - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED and other organizations to sign up early and have a great CasPublished every Wednesday by EastBay Publishing Corp. tro Valley weekend promoting 2060 Washington Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577 their passions, and to illustrate Corporate Address: P.O. Box 2897, Alameda, CA 94501 what separates Castro Valley Tel: 510-614-1560 • Fax: 510-814-9691

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Sheriff’s Reports Charged with Rape of a Family Member Saturday, March 19: at 10:11 a.m., Sheriff’s deputies arrested a 34-year-old man from Castro Valley on suspicion of sexual assault on a family member, physical assault, attempted mayhem, and breaking and entering. An anonymous call about an altercation sent deputies to an apartment on Denning Court near Stanton Avenue sent deputies to the scene. The man was taken into custody. The victim was treated at the scene.

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Busted for Drugs Thursday, March 17: at 10:03 a.m., a 28-year-old man with no permanent residence was arrested on suspicion of possession of illegal narcotics and related drug paraphernalia. Deputies stopped the man outside a business on the Boulevard near Wisteria Street when they discovered his stash. The man was taken into custody.

charges of assault with a deadly weapon. The other, a 29-yearold man was arrested as part of a warrant issued for his capture. The younger man was previously charged with receiving stolen property and petty theft. Deputies took the men to Santa Rita Jail. Damaged Private Property Tuesday, March 15: at 11:00 p.m., deputies arrested a 28-year-old man with no permanent residence on suspicion of defacing and damaging private property in excess of $400. The man was spotted outside a storage unit company trying to damage a security gate. Deputies took the man into custody.

Joy Ride Ends in Arrest Wednesday, March 16: at 7:55 p.m., deputies pulled over and arrested a 33-year-old man with no permanent residence on suspicion of driving a stolen vehicle. The man was traveling on Grove Way near Center Street when deputies ran the plates Shoplifter Caught and discovered the car had been reported stolen. Deputies took Monday, March 14: at 6:45 p.m., deputies arrested a 36-yearthe man into custody. old man from Castro Valley on suspicion of petty theft and Street Fight Ends possession of illegal drug parain Two Arrests Tuesday, March 15: at 11:13 phernalia. The man was reportp.m., two men from Castro ed leaving a store in the Castro Valley were arrested following Village shopping center with an altercation outside a busi- unpaid merchandise. Deputies ness on Castro Valley Boule- responded to a call from store vard near Park Way. Deputies security and apprehended the arrested a 43-year-old man on man in the parking lot.

Trojan Yard Sale May 1 Castro Valley High School is hosting the biggest fundraiser of the year on Sunday, May 1 from 8 am to 12 pm. There will be two drop off days where people can bring items that they are willing to donate and have no use of such as small appliances, outerwear/t-shirts/pants, books,

movies, CD’s, toys and games, small furniture, sporting goods, accessories (no earrings/hats), and electronics. The drop-off days are Saturday, April 9 from 8 am to noon, and Saturday, April 16 from 8 am to noon. It will be at Castro Valley High School in the Mabel Avenue parking lot near the pools.

Castro Valley Orchestra Concert SUNDAY, MARCH 27TH, 2022 2:00 P.M. Featuring

“Siegfried Idyll” by Richard Wagner “Rhapsody” by Composer and Concertmaster Chris Cooper first movement of “Violin Concerto” by Samuel Barber “Elegy for Cello and Orchestra” by Gabriel Faure Soloists are winners of the Holy Names College Youth Concerto Competition: Audrey Dao, violin and Anya Finsterle, cello

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Relay for Life Event Returns

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Those who choose the 4.6-mile route using the Hetch Hetchy and Ridgeline trails are treated to a payoff view of Lake Del Valle.

ope Hospice has opened registration for its 2022 Hike for Hope, which will take place on Saturday, May 14, at Del Valle Regional Park in Livermore. Registration remains open through the event day, but interested parties are encouraged to sign up by April 15 for a T-shirt guarantee. A limited number of event shirts are available to those who register after April 15 on a first come, first served basis. Register at TheHikeForHope.com, or call (925) 829-8770 on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Hope Hospice is also seeking event sponsors. Various publicity benefits are provided at four sponsorship levels. A Friends & Family sponsorship is available to individuals who would like to honor the memory of a loved one. Anyone interested in sponsoring should connect with Hope Hospice prior to April 15 so that their company logo/family name can be included on the event T-shirt. Details are available at TheHikeForHope.com. The Hike for Hope is an annual fundraiser for Hope Hospice. Money raised through

registrations and peer-to-peer supporting donations benefits patient care and helps keep grief support, dementia education, and family caregiver resources available to the public at no charge. The community’s participation helps Hope Hospice care for more than 2,000 East Bay neighbors each year. Hope Hospice is a 501(c) (3) nonproﬁt organization that has served the Tri-Valley and neighboring East Bay cities since 1980. For more info, visit: HopeHospice.com or call: (925) 829-8770.

Exercise: Get Fit, Start Today By Mitch Rothbardt SPECIAL TO THE FORUM

“The best thing you can get from a workout is the desire for another one.” That’s my motto. As a personal trainer, I’ve seen too many people become overwhelmed when they try to start exercising. The good news is it doesn’t have to be so difficult. In fact, the easier it is, the better your results are likely to be. I’ve heard too many stories about people exercising so hard at first, they can barely walk the next day. That’s not good!

I’d rather someone not feel anything than feel like they’ve been thrown off a roof. When starting, you don’t need a super-mega-blast workout. You just need one that gets you moving, feels good, and leaves you wanting more. That means the most important thing when you start is finding something you enjoy doing. It doesn’t even matter what it is. Walking? Awesome! Swimming? Great! Since 1969

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Relay for Life of the East Bay will be held IN PERSON this September (date TBD) at Chabot College in Hayward. Relay for Life is dedicated to helping communities team up to attack cancer. When we rally together by donating time, funds, and awareness, we can accomplish anything! Relay for Life of the East Bay includes teams from Castro Valley, Hayward, San Leandro, and San Lorenzo which truly embraces all of our communities. It is a nationwide fundraiser for the American Cancer Society and provides FREE valuable resources, programs, wigs, transportation and lodging, and so much more. It is a celebration of cancer survivors and caregivers, who are the heart of every Relay. There are almost 17 million cancer survivors in the United States thanks, in part, to early cancer detection. Are you up-to-date with your annual mammogram? How about your colonoscopy? Did you know the only cancer vaccine is for the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) which prevents 90% of HPV cancers? American Cancer Society offers smoking cessation resources so you can kick the habit that contributes to the number one cancer killer: lung cancer. All resources and programs are free because of fundraisers like Relay for Life. Want to join or start a team? Maybe donate your time to setting up the field? How about sponsoring the event or a team? Your business will receive recognition. For more information, visit: www.RelayForLife.org to learn how you can help Fight Back or call Joanne Sexton, manager of Tumor Registry/Cancer Data Services at Eden Medical Center and Relay for Life team captain for Heroes Helping Heroes (Eden Medical Center), at 510-727-2718.

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100: etty Lo ise Loe er continued from front page In 1960 the family settled in Castro Valley, where Robert opened a plastic surgery practice on Redwood Road. During that time Betty was a stay-athome mom who joined Adobe Art Center and Sun Gallery and became renowned for her talents. She and Robert raised five daughters —the last two were twins — during which time Betty perfected her drawing, painting, print-making and paper-making skills. The family built a large studio behind their house. Both Betty and Robert (who was himself a sculptor and ceramics artist) spent many creative hours there.

Robert passed away in 1992, and Betty remained active in the art world. In 2018 Sun Gallery hosted a retrospective showcasing six decades of her work. The Loefflers were world travelers, visiting approximately 42 countries. Betty also was an avid golfer, and even made a hole-in-one at Castlewood Country Club. In addition to her five children, she has seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. When asked what has contributed to her long life, she says, “Having family and friends around me, being in my home all these years, and getting good care.”

Castro Valley Reads Finale Event April 10 Enjoy a live, online event featuring Fire in Paradise authors Alastair Gee and Dani Anguiano, both reporters with The Guardian. They’ll share an update on the town of Paradise and discuss the process of writing the book. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from two reporters working at one of the premier publications reporting on climate change. This event will be hosted by the Castro Valley Library on Sunday, April 10 from 3 to 4 pm. An opportunity for audience members to ask questions will follow the conversation. By attending this free event, you can request a tree seedling, while supplies last. Details about tree seedling pick up will be announced to registrants. Dani Anguiano is The Guardian’s west coast breaking news reporter and was a reporter for the Chico Enterprise-Record. She lives in Los Angeles. Alastair Gee is an award-winning editor and reporter at The Guardian who has also written for The New Yorker online, The New York Times, and The Economist. He lives in New York. Their book Fire in Paradise is one of the focus texts for Castro Valley Reads 2022. The book is the dramatic narrative of the 2018 Camp Fire and an unforgettable story of an American town at the forefront of the climate emergency. Register at: aclibrary.org. Questions? call 510-667-7900.

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Baby: ‘Really Was a Fighter From the Beginning’ continued from front page hospital, they are still at risk for quite some time. Today Valentina is a healthy six-month-old whose only medications are multi-vitamins and who just had a good six-month checkup. Notably, she no longer needs her lung medications. To get to that point, though, required a team of doctors, nurses, and other professionals, two very dedicated parents determined to stay positive for the baby, five months in the hospital, and a lot of spunk on Valentina’s part. “She was very feisty. She really was a fighter from the beginning,” said Stephanie Jimenez, assistant nurse manager of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Kaiser San Leandro. She added, “With these little ones, it really takes a big team of people to resuscitate them and get their fragile little lungs going.” Dr. Ashvin Sangoram, a neonatologist at the hospital who headed Valentina’s care team, gave her parents a lot of credit, too. “We don’t always know if babies born this premature will survive,” he said. “But there’s something about Valentina and

The baby soon arrived, though, quite quickly once labor began, according to Jimenez. Doctors pointed out the dangers Valentina faced but were hopeful, Gaby said. “We needed to be positive for her, even if a day seemed terrible. I really feel babies feel our energy,” she said. Except for when Jesus had COVID, both parents were there for Valentina every day she was hospitalized, Jimenez said. Sangoram said Valentina would need in-depth checkups until she was two, both to assess her health and to check her against developmental goals. He said that while there were risks of long-term problems, he didn’t see these as likely for her. He hoped that soon, only Gaby and Jesus would know she’d been born prematurely. Except, of course, for her care Valentina Alvarado of Castro Valley, six months old. team, he added. Jesus and Gaby said, “Our team was like another family. since and was able to safely her family, their positivity.” We’re still in touch with several To make things even more welcome his daughter home. of them.” Gaby had hoped that challenging for the fami“She’s overcome a lot of Valentina wouldn’t arrive until ly, Jesus came down with COVID-19 just after Gaby was at least 28 weeks when survival things with the help of those odds are much better. But she doctors and nurses,” Gaby said. discharged from the hospital while Valentina was still there. went into the hospital at 6 a.m., “She’s like a little miracle and not feeling well but not in labor. we’re just grateful.” He has made a full recovery

Ukraine: CVHS Student Journalists Report on War continued from front page “It’s almost impossible not to be anxious when all the news broadcasts say that any minute a war could start and my city could be attacked, but our president tells us that everything will be okay and that our military is strong enough to defend our country,” Nastya said. “We try to be happy in each moment, because at any second a war may happen.” The follow-up article, “Nastya’s Tale, Part 2: ‘You can cry, but it won’t stop the war’” reveals a very personal tale during a horrific world event. “I’m trying to crochet toys,” she said. “I’m crocheting a unicorn right now, and I hope I can finish it before we have to leave my city because I won’t be able to take any yarn

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with me. Also—” she laughed “—I’m trying to prepare for my exams. My parents told me that my exams probably won’t be occurring at all, but I’m scared to forget my English and lose those skills.” Zoe Dorado tells the story of how the war affects CVHS families with Ukraine and Russia ties. The article entitled, “War touches Trojans’ families: ‘Hope is on our side’” recounts the difficulties facing people with ties from either country. “A lot of people think these are two completely different people,” [Castro Valley resident Anna Teplov] said. “In reality, we have very similar cultures. We’re both part of the Slavic ethnic group and we both originated from the same place. Right now it’s really hard to

find a Russian person who has zero connections to Ukraine.” Ali Nosseir reports about CVHS graduates who are raising money for direct relief, more than $50,000 so far. His article, “CVHS grads help Ukrainians resist Russian invasion” discusses how a simple fundraising effort can change people’s lives. “When I found out that Russia actually started to invade, my blood started to boil over. I started to see the refugee crisis and myself having a son of 14 months, it is really hard to see. UNICEF and other big organizations began to save people but it takes so long for supplies to get to Ukraine,” said Helen Nesteruk, a CVHS graduate from the class of 2002. Read more of The Olympian at https://cvhsolympian.com/

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19): Be careful about doing someone a favor when you don’t know the full story behind the request. Don’t rely on someone’s unsubstantiated assurances. Insist on all the facts before you act.

TAURUS (April 20 - May 20): IThat workplace problem still needs your attention before you finally can close the book on it. Meanwhile, a long-anticipated reunion gets closer to becoming a happy reality. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20): You might be demanding more from others than they can give. Best advice: Have a long and frank talk to determine what the facts are. Tensions should abate as the week winds down. CANCER (June 21 - July 22): Aspects are favorable throughout this week for making contacts that could be important to your career plans. Meanwhile, an old friend offers the advice you’re seeking. LEO (July 23 - August 22): It’s time to stop licking your wounds from past mistakes. Get up and get going toward your future. Loyal friends will be there to help the Lion get back into rip-roaring shape VIRGO (August 23 - Sept. 22): Take time out to go over what’s expected of you before you begin your new project. Otherwise, you run the risk of pushing yourself harder than you need to. LIBRA (Sept. 23 - October 22): An unusual request could put you in an awkward position. Best advice: Deal with it immediately. The longer you delay, the more difficult it will be to get out of it. SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21): You should feel recharged and ready for whatever your workaday world holds for you. The same positive energy spills over into your personal relationships. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21): A prospect might be less than it appears to be. Like the Archer in your sign, you always aim for the truth. And this is no time to settle for less than full disclosure. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19): Start doing some serious thinking about a career move that could entail more than just changing job sites. Some lifestyle changes also might be involved. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18): With tensions easing at the workplace, a more positive environment once again encourages the free flow of ideas so typical of the always-innovative Aquarian. PISCES (Feb. 19 - March 20): Show some of that usually hidden steelstrong Piscean backbone, and stand up for yourself if you hope to make a case for that promotion you know you deserve.

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022

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By Carl Medford, CRS

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Buyer Beware: Potential HOA Issues

was sitting on a sofa in a Tuscan B&B when the stock market, fueled by the subprime crisis, tanked, throwing the world into a devastating financial crisis. My Italian hosts were glued to the screen in frustration as European countries, instead of acting in union as mandated by the EU, scrambled to separate themselves to preserve their economies. As housing prices plummeted around the world, in the US, short-term loans came due, plunging us into a foreclosure crisis that collapsed the housing market, destroyed credit, wiped out retirement funds and devastated countless lives. Watching today’s superheated housing market, the foreclosure crisis seems like a faint memory. Unfortunately, it still has significant residual effects that cannot be ignored, especially in developments with Homeowner Associations (HOAs). During the economic collapse, numerous HOAs were devastated as homeowners, owing more on their homes than they were worth, defaulted on their loans and either completed short sales or went into foreclosure. At the same time, they quit paying their HOA fees, causing many HOAs

to undergo financial strain and, in some cases, file for bankruptcy. Consequently, a significant number of HOAs were unable to pay for ongoing maintenance or repairs, resulting in significant condition issues for many older developments. To recover and get things back to normal, homeowner associations were forced to raise monthly fees and, in some developments, levy assessments on each unit. While some saw relatively small increases and assessments, others faced significant hikes in monthly fees and were also confronted with large one-time assessments, especially in developments that, due to long-term negligence, needed substantial repairs. In some cases, damage from dry rot resulted in balconies and stairs being condemned, along with mandated repairs on other structural components. Fast forward to today: while some developments have been able to catch up and get things back on track, others are still in bad condition and have assessments that must be paid before any unit can be sold. Based on the level of current damage, some lenders are also reticent to lend on any development that still has substantial issues yet to be rectified. Consequently, it is a classic

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case of buyer beware: when looking at units in any HOA development, carefully examine the HOA and related documents, especially the financials and board minutes, which will contain clues about any potential future rate increases or assessments. Diligence now could save you from long-term grief. Carl Medford is a licensed Realtor with Keller Williams Realty and a licensed general contractor. This article is sponsored by the Central County Marketing Association.

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A Layer of Wood Chips or Mulch Helps Conserve Moisture BUZZ BERTOLERO

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We have a threefoot square space around several of our established shade trees. The ground is exposed to the sun along with the surface tree roots. Is it a good idea to fill in these depressions with wood/bark chips, or will it harm the trees?

Yes, I would add wood/chips or any other type of organic mulch to these areas. I’d also consider mulching the existing landscape, especially those plants exposed to the afternoon sun. Mulching has never been an automatic gardening activity for Bay Area gardeners. But, today, that is changing as mulch matters

with the current drought and the upcoming stricter water restriction. Gardeners are allocating more and more of their gardening budget for mulch to preserve their mature trees and shrubs. The lesson learned with the drought in the 70s and 80s was not to abandon a mature landscape as the replacement cost was significant, not to mention the reduction in the property value. I’d utilize the natural debris from Oaks, Redwoods, Pines, and other plants, along with any shredded newspaper or other household paper debris. To help with the overall cost of the mulch, I’d use this debris as the base with the commercial product then laid on top. For many, this will require an attitude adjustment as you should discourage your gardening service from blowing the

landscape and disposing of the mulch in the garden trimming recycling container. A two-three-inch layer of bark or some other type of mulch is recommended to conserve moisture. The mulch can present a problem over time. The bark of any other organic material will break down or compost. The bigger particles become smaller, and the small particles become tiny, etcetera. This could lead to some type of root rot by burying the plants deeper than was intended. To prevent this from occurring, I wouldn’t mulch heavily under the canopy of a plant unless the hot afternoon sun is beating on the soil area. In fall, remove all the mulch from the trunk area, and in the spring, freshen up the existing mulch to keep light and airy. The old mulch is reus-

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able elsewhere in the garden. Several years ago, I started a Red Delicious Apple from a seed. It has grown to be a full-size tree, but the apples are small, about the size of a larger marble but juicy and sweet. Can I increase the size of the apples by grafting? If so, how do I go about doing it?

Grafting will not have any effect on the size of the fruits. Fruit trees are unpredictable when started from seeds. Many seedling trees produce no fruit or some variation of the parent that what you have. They’re never an exact clone of the original tree. What you get is what you see. Commercial fruit trees are always budded or grafted, so the variety is consistent from tree to tree. You certainly can graft or bud another variety or varieties onto this tree. Here are a come of website with more information on ‘How To’ graft apples https://minnetonkaorchards.com/ how-to-graft-an-apple-tree/ https://homeguides.sfgate.com/budgraft-apples-42542.html

Buzz Bertolero is an Advanced California Certified Nursery Professional. The Dirt Gardener’s website is www. dirtgardener.com and questions can be sent by email to buzz@dirtgardener.com.

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Homes RECENT HOME SALES

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022

SAN LEANDRO Total: 13 – Average Price: $839,538

Home sales information is compiled and provided by CalREsource and High: $1,231,000 – Low: $485,000 includes Bedrooms, Square Feet and Year Built when available

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$800,000 [2 BD - 1,126 SF - 1926 Total: 4 – Average Price: $912,000 1783 Germaine Court 94541: High: $1,380,000 – Low: $600,000 $860,000 [3 BD - 1,089 SF - 1955 2500 Miramar Avenue #301 94546: 23953 Mayville Drive 94541: $600,000 [2 BD - 1,148 SF - 1982 $925,000 [3 BD - 1,332 SF - 1950 2792 Cortez Court 94546: $615,000 24842 Calaroga Avenue 94545: [2 BD - 1,141 SF - 1977 $950,000 [3 BD - 1,215 SF - 1959 5479 Sontura Court 94552: 27539 Drexel Way 94545: $960,000 $1,053,000 [3 BD - 1,746 SF - 1978 [3 BD - 1,128 SF - 1957 18545 Carlwyn Drive 94546: 1595 173rd Avenue 94541: $1,380,000 [3 BD - 1,726 SF - 1954 $975,000 [2 BD - 1,470 SF - 1947 24532 Autumn Mist Way 94544: $990,000 [3 BD - 1,812 SF - 2019 HAYWARD Total: 21 – Average Price: $956,214 1999 Tulip Avenue 94545: High: $1,400,000 – Low: $470,000 $1,000,000 [3 BD - 1,224 SF - 1965 222370 Princeton Street 94541: 1063 Gomer Street 94544: $470,000 [2 BD - 816 SF - 1923 $1,080,500 [4 BD - 1,590 SF - 1956 21117 Gary Drive #311 94546: 24842 Fairview Avenue 94542: $600,000 [2 BD - 1,041 SF - 1981 $1,100,000 [3 BD - 2,047 SF - 1979 1015 Evans Court 94544: $650,000 22669 Myrtle Street 94541: [3 BD - 1,219 SF - 1986 $1,160,000 [4 BD - 2,448 SF - 2016 3339 Baumberg Avenue 94545: 1256 Tiegen Drive 94542: $725,000 [1 BD - 660 SF - 1940 $1,195,000 [5 BD - 3,479 SF - 1959 1283 Sandy Bridges Court 94541: 26868 Pelham Place 94542: $760,000 [3 BD - 1,532 SF - 1988 $1,310,000 [4 BD - 2,387 SF - 1969 11 Crystal Gate Commons #11 3280 Round Hill Drive 94542: 94544: $770,000 [3 BD - 1,585 $1,400,000 [3 BD - 1,887 SF - 1969 SF - 1992 3596 Skyline Drive 94542: 960 Saint James Court 94541: $1,400,000 [4 BD - 2,133 SF - 1976

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2581 San Leandro Boulevard #/12004 94578: $485,000 [2 BD - 982 SF - 1980 14125 Doolittle Drive 94577: $530,000 [2 BD - 980 SF - 1973 16770 Rolando Avenue 94578: $693,000 [3 BD - 1,484 SF - 1958 16489 Liberty Street 94578: $700,000 [2 BD - 1,290 SF - 2008 236 Belleview Drive 94577: $760,000 [2 BD - 1,230 SF - 1926 1474 Plaza Drive 94578: $785,000 [3 BD - 1,227 SF - 1941 1776 Bali Court 94578: $800,000 [5 BD - 2,679 SF - 2009 13829 Tahiti Road 94577: $912,000 [3 BD - 1,320 SF - 1961 1494 Pierce Avenue 94577: $915,000 [3 BD - 1,782 SF - 1942 175 Euclid Avenue 94577: $920,000 [2 BD - 1,475 SF - 1946 2351 West Avenue 133rd 94577: $1,083,000 [3 BD - 1,824 SF - 1950 1053 San Jose Street 94577: $1,100,000 [2 BD - 1,574 SF - 1937 550 Broadmoor Boulevard 94577: $1,231,000 [3 BD - 1,559 SF - 1930

SAN LORENZO Total: 1 – Average Price: $890,000 High: $890,000 – Low: $890,000

17034 Via Tomar 94580: $890,000 [3 BD - 1,024 SF - 1950

Mortgage Rates Exceed Four Percent The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage exceeded four percent for the first time since May of 2019. The Federal Reserve raising short-term rates and signaling further increases means mortgage rates should continue to rise over the course of the year. While home purchase demand has moderated, it remains competitive due to low existing inventory, suggesting high house price pressures will continue during the spring homebuying season.

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Brickyard Cove Site Restored By Ned MacKay SPECIAL TO THE FORUM

s of the end of this month, there’s a great new access point to McLaughlin Eastshore State Park, which is managed by the East Bay Regional Park District. It’s Brickyard Cove, located at the Bay end of University Avenue in Berkeley. For many years, Brickyard Cove was essentially a dump site for dirt and other debris from industrial activity. But thanks to a $5 million grant from California State Parks, the debris has been removed, the site has been re-graded, and significant wildlife habitat has been restored. Amenities include bike racks, restrooms, a water fountain, interpretive panels, and walking paths for recreation and nature study that connect to the San Francisco Bay Trail. The project also was designed to protect the natural habitat from sea level rise. McLaughlin Eastshore State Park extends 8.5 miles along the bay shoreline from the Bay Bridge to Richmond. It includes 1,833 acres of upland and tidelands habitat. Story Time in Alameda Farther down the Bay shoreline, there’s a lot to see and do at Crown Beach in Alameda. For instance, there’s a story time program from 3 to 3:30 p.m. on Friday, March 25 at the park’s Crab Cove Visitor Center. Every Friday afternoon, the park’s interpretive staff will read stories about insects, animals, the season or something found nearby. Topics change each week. Then the kids can meet a real animal, complete a craft project, or go on a scavenger hunt. Rain cancels.

Wildﬂower beauty is the reward of a hike this unday at Diablo Foothills egional Park in Walnut Creek

Or, if you don’t mind getting a bit dirty, join naturalist Susan Ramos for a minus low tide walk from 1:30 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 26. The group will explore the mudflat and rocky shore in search of clams, seaweed, crabs and more. Wear old shoes or rain boots. If you’d prefer to stay dry, go with “Duck, Duck, Goose” from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. the same day. It’s a program all about the waterbirds that frequent Crab Cove. All three of these programs are free of charge, and no registration is required. Crab Cove Visitor Center is at the end of McKay Avenue off Alameda’s Central Avenue. For information, call 510-544-3187. Join the Bird Walk Birds are also the focus of a program from 8:30 to 10 a.m. on Sunday, March 27 at Ardenwood Historic Farm in Fremont.

Naturalist Christina Garcia will lead a bird walk designed especially for people new to birding. Learn how to find and identify birds by sight and sound. Bring binoculars if you have them. There’s no admission fee for this program, and no registration is required. Ardenwood is at 34600 Ardenwood Boulevard, just north of Highway 84. For info, call 510-544-2797. Explore Watershed Area At Tilden Nature Area near Berkeley, naturalist Trail Gail Broesder will lead an exploration of the watershed area, while talking about water needs and supply. It’s a walk from 1 to 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 27, free of charge, with no registration necessary. Meet Trail Gail at the Environmental Education Center, which is at the north end of Tilden’s Central Park Drive. For information, call 510-544-2233. i ﬂo er Beauty Wildflower beauty is the reward of a hike from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 27 at Diablo Foothills Regional Park in Walnut Creek, led by naturalist Kevin Dixon. The four-mile hike is for ages 10 and older. It will cover some steep and uneven ground in search of the blooms, so wear sturdy shoes, dress for the weather, and bring food and water. The hike is free of charge, but registration is required. For registration and information, call 888-327-2757 and select option 2. There are lots of other activities on the regional parks calendar, both drop-in and registration-required. For full information, visit the website, www.ebparks.org, and click on “Things To Do.”

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Saturday, March 26:

Chamber Mixers Begin 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 for non-members. Don’t miss it: 5:30-7:30 pm tonight, Wednesday, March 23 in Lab 200 on the mezzanine of CV Marketplace. Register at: https://business.edenareachamber.com/ events/calendar

Hill and Valley Club Bunco Madness Hill and Valley Club presents Bunco Madness on Saturday, March 26, 2022, from 10:30 am to 3 pm 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 info, please contact Pat Keathley at 510-487-8827 or pkeathley@icloud.com. Masks and proof of vaccination are required.

Tonight, 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 tonight, Wednesday, March 23 at 7:30 pm. 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:

Rally in Support of Ukraine Join us in support of Ukraine this Saturday, March 26th at 10:30 am at the corner of Redwood Road and Castro Valley Boulevard (by Safeway). Special Guest Speaker, Ukrainian Igor Tregub. Donations welcomed. Saturday, March 26:

Help Repeal the Death Tax Volunteers for the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association will be collecting signatures for a non-partisan ballot initiative to Repeal the Death Tax on Saturday March 26 from 1 to 4 pm at the corner of Redwood Rd and Castro Valley Blvd. The initiative will restore parents ability to transfer property at death to their children without triggering a reassessment and large tax increase. Learn more at http://www.repealthedeathtax.com registered voters can sign to help get this issue on the November ballot. Saturday, March 26:

FILED MELISSA WILK

DEC 17, 2022 County Clerk ALAMEDA COUNTY By----------, Deputy FILE NO. 585143 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Pursuant to Business and Professions Code Sections 17900-17930 The name of the business(es): Kitson Wines, located at 4755 Hillside Drive, Castro Valley, Ca 94546. in Alameda County, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Bradford Scott Kitson, 14755 Hillside Drive, Castro Valley, Ca 94546. This business is conducted, by an individual. This business commenced 1/1/2011 /s/ Bradford Scott Kitson This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated by file stamp above. Expires DEC 16, 2026 MAR 02, 09, 16, 23, 2022 0463-CVF

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FILED MELISSA WILK

FEB 15, 2022 County Clerk ALAMEDA COUNTY By----------, Deputy FILE NO. 586481 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Pursuant to Business and Professions Code Sections 17900-17930 The name of the business(es): Advanced Car Glass, located at 3641 Juniper St., Castro Valley Ca 94546. 20885 Redwood Rd., #181, Castro Valley Ca 94546. in Alameda County, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Robert Ussery, 3641 Juniper St., Castro Valley Ca 94546. This business is conducted, by an individual. This business commenced N/A /s/ Robert Ussery This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated by file stamp above. Expires FEB 14, 2027 FEB 23, MAR 02, 09, 16, 2022 0460-CVF

Bee Gees Gold the Tribute Get out your bell bottoms, sequined tube tops, and mini-skirts and meet at the Castro Valley Center for the Arts, Saturday, March 26 at 7:30 pm to see Bee Gees Gold the Tribute. Bee Gees Gold is the ultimate salute to the Bee Gees in their prime. Their legendary hits “Stayin’ Alive,” “You Should Be Dancing,” and “Night Fever” are guaranteed to have you dancing in the aisles. For ticketing information, please go to: www.cvartsfoundation.org Parking is free. Please note: For admittance, all patrons must show proof of Covid-19 vaccination or Negative Covid-19 test within 72 hours of the production and ID regardless of age.

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Monday, March 28:

Eden Garden Club Meeting Eden Garden Club Meeting is held from 9:30 am to 12 pm at Moose Lodge located on 20835 Rutledge Rd. in Castro Valley. The guest speaker is Ronni Brega who will discuss “Gardening for Bees” and explain the difference between bees, wasps, and yellowjackets and popular forage plants. Eden Garden Club meets the 4th Monday of the month at Moose Lodge. Bring a snack and plant to exchange. New members welcome. Full COVID Vaccination required. Questions? Email: edengardenclub@yahoo.com. Tuesday, March 29:

Rotary Hosts David Joseph-Goteiner David Joseph-Goteiner, PhD student in sociology at UC Berkeley, will describe his study of the YMCA and its nationwide decline in membership and relate those findings to Rotary. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12 to 1:30 pm. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9 p.m. on Sunday, March 27, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@ iCloud.com or 510-402-5123. More information is available at: castrovalleyrotary.org. Saturday, April 2:

Ecopoetry Workshop Poetry is a powerful tool for artistic and political expression, helping us navigate our emotions and giving our readers space to do the same. Our feelings about climate change are ripe for poetic treatment. Join Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate finalist Laura Ma in a workshop to express your reverence for the earth and your thoughts about our changing environment. The Ecopoetry Workshop will be hosted by the Castro Valley Library online via Zoom on Saturday, April 2 from 11 am to 1 pm. You’ll leave the class with a completed poem. This workshop is for teens and adults. Visit: aclibrary.org to register, call 510-667-7900 with questions. Sunday, May 1:

Trojan Yard Sale Castro Valley High School is hosting the biggest fundraiser of the year on Sunday, May 1 from 8 am to 12 pm. There will be two drop off days where people can bring items that they are willing to donate and have no use of such as small appliances, outerwear/t-shirts/pants, books, movies, CD’s, toys and games, small furniture, sporting goods, accessories (no earrings/hats), and electronics. The drop-off days are Saturday, April 9 from 8 am to noon, and Saturday, April 16 from 8 am to noon. It will be at Castro Valley High School in the Mabel Avenue parking lot near the pools.

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022

From Marshall School to Moscow FROM THE BOULEVARD

“Everything must be taken into account. If the fact will not fit the theory-let the theory go.” (Agatha Christie) By Thomas E. Lorentzen SPECIAL TO THE FORUM

My last column was titled “The Ukraine and Us.” This one is about the birthing of my interest in this subject. It goes back to attending elementary school in Castro Valley. I was in the first class to enter Marshall School when it opened in 1950. In the 5th grade my teacher was Mrs. Gravey. Her matronly appearance camouflaged her inherent grace and wisdom. She also was a master teacher. She gardened us by planting seeds within her students. The ones she planted within me have continued to flower throughout my life. They are ingrained within this article. Mrs. Gravey stressed the significance of language. Good grammar was an important tool to learn and practice. This included the duality of language – what is written and spoken. She exercised us in how to read aloud and pronounce words, as well as to pause in appropriate places. To her, words were the notes of a musical composition. How language flowed was important, along with how they sounded and were felt. How language was used, she stressed, was important to life. Given this emphasis, she also taught us about the art of debating. She explained what a debate was and how one was held. Deep within this lesson were other elements to be learned, such as research, objectivity, contrast, critical thinking, logic, and speaking. Once explained, she asked her students to think about possible subjects for a debate. One would be picked from among them. With that, a debate would be held in our class. The next day we made proposals. Despite being only ten years old, I was already trying to understand what WW II and the

Cold War were about. With that, I proposed a topic: “Who did more for their countries: Washington and Lincoln for America or Lenin and Stalin for the Soviet Union?” Expecting more elementary proposals, she immediately selected it as the subject. Because it was my idea, she said that I needed to be one of the debaters. A partner was selected – Carol Westcott. Two others were picked. Then, Mrs. Gravey looked at me and said that I needed to pick which side of the debate to be on. I went against my own grain of thinking and picked Lenin and Stalin. Carol and I conducted research at the old library on CV Boulevard. We asked the librarian for help. She did. Yet, she seemed a bit perplexed at the subject that two kids were interested in. Now, I wonder what she thought. Were we communists at age ten? Hardly! When the debate was held, Carol and I argued for our side. The two students on the other side did the same for their side. Upon conclusion, Mrs. Gravey took a vote among students to determine which side won. To our surprise, we came close – losing by only 3 votes out of 30! Now, it is 2022. The Cold War is over. The Soviet Union is gone. Yet, Russia is trying to return to the past and make their history great again in this moment of time. Is it a new “cold war” or a prelude to a new world war? Is it a “clash of civilizations” as the late scholar Samuel Huntington projected from his perch at Harvard University? None of us know. Yet, we are trying to figure out what is happening and why. Uncertainties dominate thoughts, and fears parade as well. Yet, we hope for the best. The skills taught by Mrs. Gravey in the 5th grade at Marshall School are once again pulled out of my toolbox. As I explore this subject with others, I wonder what students and teachers at Marshall School think? What do you think? Tom Lorentzen is a former Board Member to the U.S. Institute of Museum & Library Services and served as Senior Consultant to the U.S. Eisenhower Memorial Commission.

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LETTERS

Requests to Hold Another epeal the Death Ta ’

TO THE EDITOR

Dear Editor, I would like to thank the Forum for publishing my letter to get the word out to our Castro Valley neighbors about the initiative signing we hosted to Repeal The Death Tax. We had a great turn out of wonderful forum readers and it was a delight meeting all who turned out. It was clear Castro Valley reads and loves the Castro Valley Forum! Many people requested that we have another signing for friends and family that were out of town that weekend so Editor, we are going to host another initiative signing for registered I am a Teacher at Creekside M.S. and grew up in Castro voters. Volunteers will be out in Castro Valley on Saturday Valley. One of my colleagues, the Teacher who was menMarch 26 from 1 to 4 pm at the corner of Castro Valley Blvd tioned in your September issue, by the Castro Valley student & Redwood Rd (Safeway side) and in San Leandro Friday Zoe Dorado, wrote a poem that I would like to share. March 25th from 4 to 6 pm and Sunday March 27th from 12 –Michelle Ruiz, Castro Valley to 3 pm at the corner of Estudillo & MacArthur (Rite Aid side). Learn more at http://www.repealthedeathtax.com –Diana Snyder, Castro Valley FILESFORFORUM@GMAIL.COM

Castro Valley Teacher Pens Powerful Poem

“Let’s Not Pretend” by Nasira Waters

Veiled bias and racist ideologies Asserting accusations of false improprieties Transmitting gossip to malign one’s character Salivating hopes of perpetuating, SLANDER t p r ption o ra ia ia i o ogi nﬁ trat th classroom with soul crushing intensity Branding epitaphs, like: “I DON’T FEEL SAFE” To reinforce colonizers sense of place Entitlement evoking words of manipulation and deceit Eliciting investigations, unveiling lies and hypocrisy Irony, your fragility, lack of accountability, Actually creates, “an unsafe space for me”! To be free Imagine my epiphany That teaching while Black in 2022 Could be the death of me From 2018 - 2022, insidious accusations And no-one held accountable For the lies, rumors, and insurmountable harm Permeating emotional, mental and physical abuse But I only came to teach how to “Think Cri-ti-cal”!

What is Going on With Crow Canyon Paving?

Editor, What is going on with the paving at Crow Canyon? First: Have you seen the white lines going from Cull Canyon to East CV Blvd? It looks like a 2 year old did the white line stenciling, they’re all crooked. It’s downright embarrassing, at the very least the middle road blocks could at least be straight, they did them once when they paved last time, let’s hope they can do it again? I truly hope this isn’t the finished product, and forgive me if it’s not. I notice the road sign says that road work will be happening till August, but it’s quiet now, so not sure what’s happening next. Second: While going from Crow Canyon towards Cold Water theres some patches that weren’t even paved, like they missed a whole patch in the road that actually needed patching but was totally missed. Was this company driving the same road I am? How do you miss a whole patch of an area that needs to be paved? just curious. Third: There’s a couple of dips. One coming from Cull Canyon to Crow has a big dip where you merge from Cull to Crow, that is significant, not smooth at all, it’s a big jolt, also going from Crow past Cold Water there’s also a big dig, that road was pretty smooth before. Editor, So in a nutshell, it seems to me that the whole Crow CanMike McGuire’s front page article this week about Area yon Rd. project was unnecessary and I’m sure quite costly to Hospitals appears to contain several pieces of misinforthe taxpayers and unfortunately, I’m afraid it’s just started. mation. “Vaccinations are increasingly able to prevent any I drive this road all the time, wasn’t sure that it really infection at all, given that there are fewer infected people needed paving but since our tax dollars are hard at work I to catch it from....” is the first oddity. The fact there are thought I’d give my 2 cents. fewer people to catch it from has nothing to do with vacMy next topic will be the Cull Canyon dried up lake cine effectiveness. Not to mention the fact there there is no project. evidence to suggest that vaccines are improving their ability Stay tuned. to prevent infection. Dr. Parodi states that immunity from a –Pam Maners, Castro Valley resident since 1961 vaccine gives substantial protection against all Covid strains. If that is true, why do we have such a large number of Covid illnesses and Covid deaths among the vaccinated in the last Since 1965 12 months? He goes on to say that natural immunity is only good for 6 to 12 months (which is debatable), but utterly ignores the decline in vaccine efficiency that occurs in 6 to 12 Mortuary & months, and which in fact can go negative, thus making you Crematory more likely to get sick. There is also no mention of vaccine side effects. Doctors truly committed to patient health would 21228 Redwood Rd., be informing the public of both pros and cons, so there can Castro Valley be informed consent, rather than resorting to vaccine cheer581-9133 leading. – Bruce Barron, Castro Valley

Vaccine Misinformation?

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022

ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

County: DA Settlements

continued from page 2 As part of the settlement, Pick-N-Pull will be ordered to conduct waste audits at its facilities and provide enhanced training of its employees, as well pay a total of $2.5 million in civil penalties, costs, and supplemental environmental projects. Alameda County agencies and organizations will be receiving over $278,500 from this settlement. These agencies include the Department of Environmental Health who inspect facilities, and the Alameda County Fish and Game Commission, whose Middle Athletic League) Division Finals on Our Athletes of the Week are the memmembers are appointed by the March 15, 2022. Pictured are (from left to bers of the Canyon Middle School JV (6th Alameda County Board of right) Front row: Christopher Ojeda, Josiah and 7th grade) Basketball team. Supervisors. This Commission, Gutierrez Middle row: Everett Cleveland, The Condors went undefeated (8-0) with assistance from the AlaWilliam Young, Ethan Hauschild, Maxwell during the regular schedule and undefeatmeda County Sheriff’s Office, Jackson, Ezra Segundo, Heath Louie, Coach ed (3-0) in the playoffs to cap off their provides grant funding for Mathew Christiansen Back row: Max Meier, perfect season with a Championship in the projects that focus on environMorgan Wong, Noah Wallkvist. SACMAL (Southern Alameda County mental protection throughout Alameda County. The Matt Wilhite Team In the similar, but unreThe Matt Wilhite Team is proud to sponsor lated hazardous waste case, IsAthletes proudoftothe sponsor Week the Alameda County District Canyon AthleteMiddle of theSchool WeeJVk Attorney’s Office settled with Copart Inc. Copart operates a Basketball team used car business throughout the state with two locations in Hayward. Copart acts as an intermediary between the sellers and buyers of used vehicles, preparWho’s more likely to continue? three times a week, take a continued from page 4 ing the vehicles for sale. Similar Zumba class, hire a personal That’s why I recommend 2. Beth read she should be trainer (I know a good one), lift to the Pick-N-Pull case, a stateexercising four times per week. looking at your calendar and wide investigation found that some weights or do someShe looks at her schedule and scheduling your workouts Copart employees were throwthing else entirely. Just know knows she can get in two ses- when you’re 100% sure you ing out found hazardous waste it doesn’t have to be perfect. sions, so she decides to focus can make them. You can items into the trash instead of There’s no such thing. It just always add more later. on that. A month later she’s disposing of them properly. has to fit you and your life. Simply put, the most imexcited because she’s gotten in Items included electronic waste Mitch Rothbardt is the those two sessions every week. portant things about exercise, and other consumer products owner and head trainer at especially when starting, are She’s feeling positive and Castro Valley Fitness. You can that should not be disposed of confident with what she’s been enjoying it and being consisreach him with any comments in the ordinary trash. tent. The great thing about able to do. As part of the settlement, or questions at the dog park In these two scenarios, Sally taking steps towards better and Beth are getting the same health is that the form it takes with Penny and Puppy almost Copart will be ordered to every afternoon or at Mitch@ conduct wase audits at its can always change. amount of exercise, but their California facilities and CastroValleyFitness.com. Go for a 10-minute walk mindset is completely different. provide additional training of its employees. Copart will also be ordered to pay $800,000 in civil penalties and costs. The Alameda County District’s Office and Hayward Fire Department’s Hazardous Materials Division will be receiving over $100,000 from this settlement.

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PHOTO COURTESY OF THE INNER WHEEL CLUB

Inner Wheel Club Holds Celebration for District Several Inner Wheel Club of San Leandro members and guests recently attended the IW District 51 Founder’s Day celebration and brunch at the Crow Canyon Country Club. The event beneﬁted our W A Foundation’s Children’s Myoelectric Limb Project – a special get-together for an amazing cause. Pictured are Rotary Club of San Leandro member Dev Mahadevan, IWCSL member Linda Mahadevan, IW Treasurer Joanne Frazier Treasurer, and IW President Lynnette Flusche. The Mahadevans and Lynnette Flusche live in Castro Valley. Inspirational quote from W A President Linda Daniel ou are the strength and power behind every action and forward movement of our Organization.” If you are interested in joining Inner Wheel, or for more info, email: iwclubofsanleandro@gmail.com

ADOPT-A-PET

Bissell is a handsome and easy going male bunny who does well with handling and enjoys snacking on fresh cilantro. His adoption is free, sponsored by a generous volunteer. To adopt, call Hayward Animal Shelter: (510) 293-7200. Luna is a 10 month old female lab mix who is playful and sweet. She gets along well with other dogs, enjoys going on walks and getting attention from her favorite people. Her adoption is free, sponsored by SantaCon Hayward. Call Hayward Animal Shelter (510) 293-7200.

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