The Coast News, March 29, 2024

Bridge jumper rescued

By Erik P. Gabaldon CARLSBAD

— Authorities helped a woman in distress last week who attempted to jump off a freeway overpass in Carlsbad.

Officers were dispatched around 10:50 a.m. on March 23 to a “welfare check” call at Palomar Airport Road and Interstate 5, according to the Carlsbad Police Department.

“We helped this woman to get off the bridge,” Public Information Officer Denise Ramirez told The Coast News.

The victim’s name has not been disclosed, and no further information was immediately available.

The San Diego Access and Crisis Line can be reached at 1-888-724-7240, offering crisis support, including suicide prevention and mobile crisis response services.

Vista man killed in crash

Ricardo

SAVE DAVE’S SHOP

Diegueño school employee arrested

Galeana, 21, charged with child sex abuse

By Laura Place

— A campus supervisor at Diegueño Middle School in Encinitas was arrested early Monday on suspicion of committing lewd and lascivious acts with a minor and employing a minor to sell cannabis.

The San Dieguito Union High School District announced Monday that Omar Hernandez Galeana, 21, had been arrested on suspicion of “inappropriate off-campus behavior involving minors under the age of 14” and was no longer employed with the district.

Galeana had been employed at Diegueño Middle for three months

ROAD TO FINAL FOUR

Cal State San Marcos women’s basketball team punched its ticket to the program’s first-ever NCAA DII Final Four appearance after upsetting regon top seed Gannon on Monday in St. Joseph, Missouri. Story on 11. Photo by Arianne Boma

Ryder lawsuit resolved

Jury rules ex-principal wrongfully terminated

By Laura Place

SOLANA BEACH — A former principal at Carmel Creek Elementary School was awarded over $186,000 in damages this month after a jury determined that the Solana Beach School District dismissed her because she had to leave campus to pick up her daughter.

Lisa Busalacchi-Ryder, employed for seven years as Carmel Creek principal and 15 years total in the district, filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against the district in early 2022 after being removed from her position in April 2021. The former principal alleged that she was removed after several instances of having to leave campus to pick up her own daughter from a neighboring school a half mile away.

According to Busalacchi-Ryder, she had previously received permission from the district to take these absences and had not received any indication that she was doing anything wrong.

Following a three-week trial in Vista Superior Court that concluded March 4, the jury determined that Busalacchi-Ryder was eligible for family care leave under the California Family Rights Act, that she provided reasonable notice to the district of her need for leave, and that the district caused her harm.

Jury members also concluded that her taking time off to address

DAVE CARTWRIGHT, 75, has repaired dents, scratches and dings for the past four decades at Encinitas Autobody Repair. Cartwright has established a reputation among his longtime clients and new customers as reliable, honest and “old school,” with plenty of free jokes. Now, Cartwright and his wife, Barbara Grace, are asking the public for help locating a new home for the shop. Story on 4. Photo by Jordan P. Ingram

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Authorities investigate string of wheel thefts

Thieves target Toyota 4Runners, off-road trucks

By Samantha Nelson REGION — Authorities

continue to investigate dozens of wheel thefts across San Diego County since the beginning of the year.

The San Diego Police Department issued a statement earlier this month asking the public to come forward with any details related to the string of thefts.

The thieves appear to target larger vehicles like Toyota 4Runners and TRDstyle trucks parked on the street or in residential parking lots at night.

Some cases involved

Rents keep rising at mobile home parks

By Samantha Nelson ESCONDIDO —

For the third time since late February, the City Council has increased the rent for residents of a local mobile home park.

As a result of the council’s unanimous March 20 decision, nearly half of the residents at Greencrest Mobilehome Park will see an average increase of about $20.45, averaging between $13.74 and $27.51. The increase will apply to 69 of the park’s 129 spaces, subject to rent control.

Before last week’s decision, the council approved rent hikes at Casa Grande Mobile Estates and Town and Country Club Mobilehome Park, both of which are age-restricted to seniors only.

The city’s Proposition K, which voters passed in 1988, requires owners of mobile home parks to get permission from the city to raise rents on controlled spaces.

The park’s owners applied for a rent increase using the short-form application process, which allows applicants to request a rent increase based solely on the San Diego Metropolitan Area’s Consumer Price

Index change.

For Greencrest residents, this is the second rent increase in over a year. Greencrest previously applied for a $39.04 average rent increase in January 2023, which was 8% of the rent for rent-controlled spaces. The most recently approved rent increase is 3.87% of the current rent.

According to Housing and Neighborhood Services Manager Danielle Lopez, no resident representative of the park was identified, nor were there any people who signed up at the March 20 public hearing to protest Greencrest’s requested rent increase.

Lopez said the park has a considerably large clubhouse with a kitchen, laundry facility, seasonal pool, playground and soccer arena — something she noted was unique from other mobile home parks in the city —and a new picnic and barbecue area is in the works.

The average rent-controlled space at Greencrest currently pays approximately $548.24. Residents must be given a 90-day notice before the new rent rates go into effect.

stolen tires and wheels from vehicles parked in apartment complexes.

According to SDPD, several cases have been reported in San Diego and North County cities like Oceanside, Carlsbad, San Marcos and Escondido.

In a recent incident in Oceanside, a victim came home to find their Toyota 4Runner propped up on cin-

der blocks and missing all four wheels.

Other law enforcement agencies are also investigating similar thefts. Detectives with the San Marcos Sheriff’s Station are investigating two reports of stolen Toyota TRD tires from January.

“We are asking anyone who has had their tires stolen to contact the San Mar-

cos Sheriff’s Station at (760)

510-5200,” said sheriff’s spokesperson David Ladieu.

Oceanside police are investigating a case of tires stolen from a pickup at Island Club Apartments, according to spokesperson Tom Bussey.

Several people have also reported stolen tires from Canyon Creek Apartments.

Carlsbad Police spokes-

person Denise Ramirez said the department’s most recent case occurred on March 13.

“Officers took a grand theft report of stolen tires from a Toyota 4Runner on the 2500 block of Marron Road,” Ramirez said.

Authorities ask that Toyota truck owners keep an eye out and report any suspicious activity.

Full rail service returns to coast

By Laura Place

SAN CLEMENTE — Passenger trains resumed full service between San Diego and Orange counties on Monday, two months after a landslide that brought debris down onto the tracks in San Clemente.

The Orange County Transportation Authority said they were able to restore service sooner than previously planned due to “expedited work” on a 200foot retaining wall along the tracks at Mariposa Point.

OCTA collaborated with other agencies, including Metrolink and the California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA), to get the tracks open again.

Following the Jan. 24 landslide, all passenger service was stopped for six weeks, and only limited freight service was permitted at night.

The Amtrak Pacific Surfliner was allowed to resume limited service in early March with morning and night trains, with riders otherwise required to use buses to reach their destinations.

Now, the midday Surfliner train has resumed for a total of ten daily round trips between Los Angeles and San Diego, along with all Metrolink service through San Clemente. Weekend Orange County Line service will also resume this week.

State Sen. Catherine Blakespear (D-Encinitas), who introduced legislation last month for a more coordinated revitalization of the 351-mile LOSSAN (Los Angeles-San Luis

Obispo-San Diego) Rail Corridor, celebrated the reopening but emphasized the need for proactive planning regarding the corridor.

“Today marks the first day of full train service along the coastal corridor since January 24. Thank you to the many partners that made it possible. The best day to plan was yesterday, the second-best time is now. We must remain focused on coastal and transportation planning that protects the coastline and preserves essential transit services,” Blakespear said Monday on X (formerly known as Twitter).

This was the fifth closure in the past three years in San Clemente along the corridor. Work on emergency repairs and debris cleanup at Mariposa Point cost around $10 million, and millions more have

been spent in previous years to repair other portions of the corridor.

With these repairs complete, local and state transit leaders are now seeking long-term solutions for the resiliency of the rail through San Clemente. Earlier this month, OCTA officials estimated that around $200 million in emergency repairs are needed over the next year to protect other vulnerable portions of the rail.

These repairs could in-

clude additional retaining walls on the east side of the tracks to fortify the bluff slopes and boulder riprap and revetment walls west of the tracks to protect from ocean waves.

“For the longer term, OCTA and its rail partners will continue to work with local, state and federal stakeholders on both near-term and long-term solutions for protecting rail movement along this critical corridor,” OCTA said in a statement last week.

FULL RAIL service resumed between San Diego and Orange counties on Monday after crews completed a 200-foot retaining wall near Mariposa Point in San Clemente to hold back debris from a January landslide. Courtesy photo/OCTA

GREENCREST MOBILEHOME Park is located at 541 W. 15th Avenue in Escondido. Photo by Samantha Nelson

Encinitas Autobody Repair looks for new home

Local mechanic forced out after Cap’n Keno’s sale

remodel the vehicle inside and out.

as long as the customer owns the car.

a small family operation, but we do services that no one else does, so it would be great if we could stick around.”

In November 2021, local developer Adam Robinson, owner of RAF Pacifica Group, purchased the land

home to Captain Keno’s, Portofino Beach Inn, Encinitas Autobody Repair and a cell phone repair kiosk from longtime owner Jerry Sova.

Robinson, who refused to comment on the project, will demolish the popular wood-shingled restaurant and aging hotel to develop The Captain at Moonlight Beach, an upscale mixeduse development of 45 condos and commercial spaces.

The Encinitas Planning Commission unani-

mously approved the project in October 2023.

“It’s unfortunate because it’s not what the community wants or needs, as far as what I’ve heard from folks,” Grace said. “Like the Joni Mitchell song (“Big Yellow Taxi”), it just seems to be the trend to knock down the old funky stuff to build a parking lot. I don’t blame (Sova); he’s getting up in years. I understand that. But I wish they’d let us stay longer.”

According to Sova, 84, who told The Coast News

he plans to live out the rest of his days with family and friends in Carlsbad, the sale is expected to officially close on June 24.

News of the deal has already impacted several lives and businesses, including Cartwright, who wants to spend a few more years doing what he loves — fixing cars.

One of his personal projects is a 1971 Chevy Vega station wagon. Cartwright has swapped out the straight-four engine for a V8 and plans to completely

The last time Cartwright remodeled a Vega, his slick ‘73 hatchback, loaded with a 383-powered V8 engine and outfitted with a second-generation Camaro rear body panel and taillights, was featured in Motor Trend magazine.

“Here’s hoping I die with my boots on with a hammer in hand,” Cartwright said. “I came back here in the 1980s (from New Jersey) and was thrilled to get into the autobody business in Encinitas.”

The “old school” body shop is one of the few small businesses that fixes everything, from minor scratches and dent removal to major exterior body repairs. Cartwright guarantees his work

“If you’re of a ‘certain age’ as we are, you may remember the old-school mechanic garages, where you could go in and ask for a small repair or for car advice,” Grace said. “Something like that doesn’t exist anymore, but we’ve operated like that. We’re just very personal and we have lots of repeat customers, and they’ll miss it, too.”

The Cartwrights told Coast News that they have been blessed to live and work in a beautiful place and hope to continue in some way.

Anyone with information related to space for lease can contact Encinitas Autobody Repair at 760402-1644.

DAVID CARTWRIGHT and his wife, Barbara Grace, owners of Encinitas Autobody Repair on North Coast Highway 101, are looking for a new home to serve the community for a few more years after four decades of serving satisfied customers. Photo by Jordan P. Ingram

DAVE CARTWRIGHT, 75, has helped hundreds of local customers with their autobody needs over the last 40 years at Encinitas Autobody Repair. Photo by Jordan P. Ingram

San Marcos considers sales tax for city services

Firefighters, youth baseball need more funds

By Laura Place

SAN

MARCOS

— Voters in San Marcos could see a half-cent or one-cent sales tax measure on the ballot this November as the city considers new revenue sources to maintain necessary service levels across departments.

City officials introduced the idea of a sales tax earlier this month amid an ongoing budget deficit projected to continue into next year. The city began the 2023-24 fiscal year with $3.8 million in the red and has since reduced that deficit to around $2.4 million after adjusting expenditures in recent months.

City Manager Michelle Bender now says operations have been consolidated as much as possible while maintaining the city’s current standard of service, including in public works and public safety.

“We’ve slimmed down even more in the past few years, and we’re at the point where there is no more room to cut if we want San Marcos to be a clean, safe place to live,” Bender said at the council’s March 12 meeting.

The City Council has until August to decide whether to put the sales tax

on the ballot. Council members said while they were not eager to increase taxes from the current 7.75% rate, a local measure would generate revenue entirely for the city, as opposed to other taxes imposed by the state and regional governments like SANDAG.

“As a leader, it’s clear that San Marcos needs new revenue. We’ve determined that. If we want to continue our quality of life, we’re going to have to find new revenue or make a lot of reductions in expenses, and that’s not going to give us a good quality of life,” said Councilmember Sharon Jenkins.

Sales tax measures require a simple majority of over 50% to pass. Results from an initial study by True North Research indicate that a half-cent sales tax has a good chance of moving forward if placed on the ballot.

In an initial survey of around 800 San Marcos residents, 64% said they would either probably or definitely vote yes; 27% said they would probably or definitely vote no, and the rest were unsure.

“At this initial ballot test, we’re sitting at about 14 points above the minimum needed for passage,” said True North President

based on his understanding of voters’ receptivity to sales taxes, the level of support would probably not vary much with a half-cent increase.

A half-cent tax is projected to bring in around $11 million annually, while a one-cent rate could double this revenue to upwards of $20 million, Bender said.

Several employees of the San Marcos Fire Department spoke in favor of the measure on March 12, stating that the department desperately needs more support.

remember the youth when considering who could benefit from a sales tax measure.

“I’ve already seen the effects of the cutbacks. I’ve already seen families having to explain to their kids that they can’t play baseball, they can’t play sports,” Max said. “Please, don’t forget the youth.”

Dr. Timothy McLarney.

The survey also illustrated which services residents want tax revenue to go towards. Top priorities were fixing potholes and maintaining city streets, keeping community areas like parks and trails clean and well-maintained, reducing trash and pollution, and improving traffic safety and congestion.

Bender and City Council members said that in their conversations with residents about a tax, many have been supportive of increasing it to one cent rather than a half-cent to generate more revenue.

McLarney said that

Firefighter Jeff McCloskey said the last time the department added a new fire station was in 2008 and that since then, the department’s call volume has doubled. Often, San Marcos Fire has to depend on ambulances from Vista and other surrounding areas to help respond to local emergencies.

“Knowing we’ve had a lean work staff ever since I started here, at what point are we going to outpace our ability to properly serve our community?” said McCloskey. Residents also highlighted youth recreation opportunities and facilities as an essential feature of the quality of life in San Marcos.

Dan Max, president of San Marcos Youth Baseball, said youth sports have suffered due to recent cuts and asked the council to

Looking ahead, consultant Team Civics will continue to share information with the public about the potential sales tax measure. Council members emphasized that gathering information from the public and being transparent will be extremely important.

“Tonight is really not about decisions. It’s about getting the information; it’s about listening to what our residents have said,” said Mayor Rebecca Jones. “I want to make it as easy as possible to get feedback from residents.”

Nine of the 18 cities in San Diego County have their own local sales tax — Chula Vista, Del Mar, Solana Beach, Imperial Beach and National City each have a one-cent tax; El Cajon, Oceanside and Vista have a half-cent tax; and La Mesa has a 3/4-cent tax.

The cities of Encinitas and San Diego are also considering placing a local one-cent sales tax before voters in November, and residents in Escondido have launched a ballot initiative for a one-cent tax.

SAN MARCOS firefighters say the call volume has doubled since the last fire station was built in 2008. According to fire representatives, the department has to rely on first responders from surrounding cities to help respond to local emergencies. Courtesy photo/City of San Marcos

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California’s policies harm small business

Across California, small businesses have struggled with one of the worst business climates in the 50 states.

In 2024, a total of 11 new labor laws were approved. These laws will have a direct impact on small businesses, which could affect their profitability and potentially hinder their growth and expansion of services.

Moreover, businesses are worried about frivolous lawsuits, which add to their existing stress and concerns.

As a business owner in the life sciences industry in North County, I have witnessed firsthand how the state’s poor policy decisions have negatively impacted small businesses.

The California Legislature’s careless decisions have created an unfavorable business climate, allowing trial attorneys to exploit hard-working business owners through frivolous lawsuits.

Three state laws, the American Disabilities Act, the Private Attorney Generals Act, and Assembly Bill 5 (California’s Gig-Worker Law), have made it challenging for small businesses to thrive.

The state legislature’s careless decisions have created an unfavorable business climate.

While the ADA was well-intentioned, it has now become a way for bad actors to file numerous lawsuits over minor breaches in the guidelines solely for monetary gain.

PAGA enables profit-seeking attorneys to sue employers over insignificant labor code compliance issues, such as a minor mistake in the date on a

paycheck or a rounding error.

Lastly, AB 5 has created chaos for local businesses like mine by making it nearly impossible to hire independent contractors due to the risk of litigation over their employee status.

This law restricts individual progress, from independent contractors to business owners. As someone who started as an independent contractor and eventually became a business owner, I know firsthand the importance of supporting small businesses.

Our legislators must act with prudence and avoid any negative effects on small businesses.

To maintain a thriving small business community in North County and across California, state lawmakers must introduce legislation to address these pressing issues and support local businesses.

David Vincent Escondido

System fails legal immigration

By Jim Desmond

As a supervisor for San Diego County, I’ve had the opportunity to witness firsthand the alarming situation at the Iris Avenue transit station, where Border Patrol agents are dropping off thousands of migrants.

In just the past 16 days, over 11,000 migrants have been released at this site, adding to the staggering total of over 108,000 migrants dropped off in San Diego County since last September.

The scene at the transit station is one of controlled chaos. As the Border Patrol buses pull up, migrants, predominantly young males between the ages of 20 and

35, disembark with a sense of bewilderment.

They are left vulnerable to exploitation, including human trafficking, as they are essentially abandoned.

While nonprofits are stepping in to assist many migrants, facilitating their transit to airports and out of the county, the fate of countless others remains unknown.

We have no way of tracking how many individuals are staying in our communities, falling prey to human traffickers, or slipping through the cracks of our broken immigration system.

This crisis is a result of our own failings. By allowing migrants to bypass legal channels and jump ahead of

HBig Oil whines, drills wind down california focus

ere’s what a big corporation sounds like when it whines after posting record profits: Chevron, in a federal financial filing during the winter, griped about “higher U.S. upstream impairment charges mainly in California.

“Continued regulatory challenges in (California have) resulted in lower than anticipated future investment levels in… business plans.”

Translation: Oil drilling is winding down in California and has been for the last 10 years, partly because many wells are almost tapped out and Big Oil — having milked enormous profits from California’s resources for decades — is not happy about having to pay close-out costs.

Make no mistake, it’s not state regulators who are responsible for the reduction in oil production here.

California is also not unique in forcing oil well owners to plug or cap their wells and clean up the environment around them when production stops.

For one example, Republican-run North Dakota — known for a while as a fracking boom state — forces companies to cap wells when they have not produced for a year.

So what is Chevron really whining about in its recent report to the Securities and Exchange Commission? It will have to pay about $112,000 in capping costs for each exhausted oil well it ceases to operate, plus a wide range of expenses for cleaning up surface contamination that in some cases has built up over almost a century.

The company is on the hook for at least $1 billion in close-out costs for wells it has long exploited.

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wells to smaller drilling operations over the last few years, partly to fob closing costs off on them. There have been few takers.

The Carbon Tracker report concludes that California’s onshore oil wells might produce as much as $2.6 billion in revenues in their remaining lifetimes, but will cost at least $6.3 billion to plug and clean up.

Because oil companies probably can’t be forced to pay all that, chances are taxpayers will end up paying much of the shutdown costs, Carbon Tracker claims.

But Big Oil will be forced to pay a significant amount, no matter how much the companies protest (all this is separate from what the companies will spend this fall on a ballot referendum trying to kill a new law that aims to ban much drilling near schools and other sensitive sites.)

The figures on declining oil production make it clear the closure costs are not very far off in the future, or, as Chevron put it, not very far “upstream.”

Since 2014, onshore oil production here has decreased by 42%, with production from gas wells falling even further. Right now, state statistics show a major decline in new drilling, too.

Where 113 new oil drilling permits were issued in the last quarter of 2022, there were none in 2023’s final three months.

the line, we incentivize illegal immigration and endanger everyone. Why would anyone respect our legal processes when we disregard them ourselves?

It’s time to take responsibility and enforce our legal immigration system.

Let’s work together to address the root causes of illegal immigration, improve our asylum processes, and provide pathways for legal immigration.

Only then can we truly uphold the values of compassion and fairness that define us as a nation.

Supervisor Jim Desmond represents the 5th District on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors.

But let’s not feel too sorry for this corporation: It made near-record profits on gasoline products in 2023, and set quarterly records in the third quarter, between July and September, when it averaged margins of about $1.03 per gallon on gas from its two huge refineries at Richmond and El Segundo.

Chevron’s problems with well closures are not unique.

Fully 3,708 California oil wells were plugged in 2022, the last year for which numbers are yet available, of which a bit more than one-fourth belonged to Chevron.

That means other drillers are also in line for billions in closure costs.

One recent report from the London-based think tank Carbon Tracker says Big Oil has been looking to sell off older

Permits to rework or redrill old wells were also down in the last months of last year, from 466 in 2022 to 28 in 2023.

Meanwhile, state data shows California now has more than 101,000 unplugged wells.

Some wells Chevron lists as operating produce as little as three to five barrels of crude oil daily, about enough to fill five Ford pickups once.

So yes, there are plenty of closure costs in the future for Chevron and its Big Oil brethren.

But these costs were known well in advance, and it’s simply not fair for any oil company to blame California for them, trying to foist its own poor planning onto state regulators or an allegedly unfriendly business environment.

Email Thomas Elias at tdelias@aol.com

Neighbors resist AES battery site

enough to power 240,000 homes for four hours.

The battery storage facility would connect to the local power grid via a new substation built on site that would connect to the existing nearby 30,000-kilowatt SDG&E Escondido Substation through a transmission line.

Other changes include increasing the project’s setbacks to no less than 36 feet from its boundary, no less than 70 feet from the nearest structure and no less than 130 feet from the nearest home; adding sand-colored block walls and fire-resistant landscaping to improve aesthetics and noise pollution; additional fire hydrants, fire-resistant land; stormwater capture solutions; and a commitment to developing a county trail along the northern and eastern portions of the site.

would have been one of the largest in the state, powering up to 300,000 homes for four hours.

After hearing concerns and frustration about the project's size and potential safety issues from neighboring residents — many of whom live in homes right next to the project — AES downsized the project by 20% to 320 megawatts or 1,280 megawatt hours, which is

The changes also include making improvements along Milpas Drive, which bifurcates the project, with additional access to Milpas and Country Club Drive.

Despite the attempts to adjust the project, which, according to AES, is about 10% into its development phase, with plans to hear more input from the community in future workshops, many residents are still distrustful

Locals mourn crash victim

Vista man killed, wife badly hurt in possible DUI crash

By Laura Place

VISTA — The community is mourning the death of 53-year-old Ricardo Becerra of Vista, who was killed in a vehicle collision last week that also left his wife, Maria, severely injured.

Ricardo and Maria were driving along Gopher Canyon Road in Vista on the evening of March 17 when a Chevrolet traveling in the other direction suddenly veered into their lane, colliding with them head-on. Evidence indicates that the 29-year-old driver was under the influence of alcohol, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Witnesses called 911, and Ricardo, who was in the passenger seat, and Maria, who was driving, were transported to a local hospital. Despite personnel performing lifesaving measures, Ricardo succumbed to his injuries soon afterward.

News of the collision shocked the friends and family of the Becerras, who remember Ricardo as a joyous and loving man with a passion for making and sharing food. A GoFundMe set up to help cover Maria’s medical bills and other expenses has raised over $38,000 as of Monday.

The couple’s son Jose, 27, and daughter Maricela, 29, are now focused on supporting their mother as she recovers from major injuries while also mourning the loss of their father.

“It's a real toll on us mentally, emotionally, physically, and faithfully … We really, really want this to be a lesson to people to think twice before ever getting behind the wheel, and just driving off without really being able to drive,” Jose said.

A longtime Vistan originally born in Guadalajara, Ricardo worked in the warehouse of Cobra Puma Golf in Carlsbad for nearly 15 years. Friends and family members said he took great

pride in his small catering business, where he was wellknown in the community for serving handmade tacos at parties and local events with Maria.

Jose said his father was a bright and affectionate person who loved to make people laugh and bring people together over food. He made his kids feel loved in words and actions and always had a movie reference ready for any situation.

As a couple, Jose said his parents were deeply in love and were preparing to celebrate their 30th anniversary with a trip to Monterrey. Jose said Ricardo was also preparing to return to school to get his GED just before the collision.

“We want to spread the word about my dad. This man was so great, and he felt like he had so much to do and so much to prove,” said Jose. “He was hungry for something. He saw the opportunity to expand himself.”

Brittany Knudson, a friend of the Becerras who organized the GoFundMe, said Maria is “near and dear” to many families, having previously worked as a nanny. She also said Ricardo was deeply involved in

the community and known for his joyful and friendly disposition.

“She [Maria] is pretty special,” Knudson said. “Everybody is stepping up to support.”

Jose said he knows his family is one of many suffering from the devastating impacts of drunk driving, and he wants to see justice served for both of his parents.

The driver in the collision, Janely Magali Bautista, sustained minor injuries and is facing multiple charges, including first-degree murder, gross vehicular manslaughter, and driving under the influence, resulting in great bodily injury. She is currently in custody at the Las Colinas Detention Facility.

Police seek individual in San Marcos shooting

Law enforcement is seeking the public’s assistance in locating an individual who shot a man with a handgun in San Marcos, near San Elijo Hills, earlier this week.

Just after 2:30 a.m. on March 16, three people

“wearing dark hoodies” approached a man strolling along a trail near Questhaven Road and San Elijo Road, according to the San Marcos Sheriff’s Station.

It was unclear what occurred during the interaction, but at one point, the man was shot in the leg, and the three individuals ran from the scene, sheriff’s officials said.

The man was taken to the hospital and expected to recover fully. No suspects had been identified as of Saturday; however, detectives did discover an unserialized ghost gun near the scene.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call the San Marcos Sheriff’s Station at (760) 751-4400.

— Laura Place

Northern San Diego home burglaries hit 20

REGION — The number of cases in an ongoing series of residential burglaries that have victimized residents of Mira Mesa, Rancho Bernardo and Rancho Penasquitos in recent weeks has reached about 20, authorities reported today.

The perpetrators of the crimes — believed to be related due to the thieves’ methods of operation — generally target homes on street corners, entering them through rear sliding-glass doors, according to the San Diego Police Department.

“In several cases, the glass on the door(s) was broken to gain entry,’’ SDPD Lt. David Bautista said. “In at least one instance, the sliding-glass door was left unsecured, allowing the (burglars) to enter.’’

The thieves ransack the victims’ houses, grabbing cash, jewelry and safes, according to police. Anyone with information about the burglaries is asked to call San Diego County Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477 or visit sdcrimestoppers.org

— City News Service

THE COMMUNITY is rallying to support the family of Maria and Ricardo Becerra, pictured above, after a March 17 collision killed Ricardo and seriously injured Maria. Photo via Facebook

A SIGN opposes a proposed battery storage facility in the Eden Valley community outside Escondido and San Marcos. Photo by Samantha Nelson

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CITY OF ENCINITAS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT

505 S. Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, CA 92024 Phone: (760) 633-2710 | Email: planning@encinitasca.gov | Web: www.encinitasca.gov

City Hall Hours: Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and every other Friday (4/5, 4/19, etc.) 8:00 AM TO 4:00 PM (Closed 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM)

NOTICE OF PENDING ACTION ON ADMINISTRATIVE APPLICATIONS AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMITS

1. PROJECT NAME: 661 Melba Tentative Parcel Map and Residence; CASE NUMBER: MULTI-005834-2022; SUB-005835-2022; CDP-005836-2022;; FILING DATE: December 12, 2022; APPLICANT: Ryan Ortman; LOCATION: 661 Melba Rd (APN: 258-274-01); PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Request for a Tentative Parcel Map and Coastal Development Permit to subdivide one lot into three lots, demolish the existing residence, and construct a new single-family residence and accessory dwelling unit on lot 3; ZONING/OVERLAY: The project site is located within the Residential 11 (R-11) Zone, Special Study Overlay Zone, and Coastal Overlay Zone; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project has been determined to be exempt from environmental review pursuant to CEQA Section 15303(a) and Section 15315. Section 15303(a) exempts one single-family residence in a residential zone. Section 15315 exempts minor land divisions of property into four or fewer parcels.

STAFF CONTACT: Reb Batzel, Associate Planner: (760) 943-2233 or rbatzel@ encinitasca.gov.

2. PROJECT NAME: 569 Hermes Addition and Accessory Dwelling Unit; CASE NUMBER: CDP-005965-2023; FILING DATE: February 14, 2023; APPLICANT: Michael McGrath; LOCATION: 569 Hermes (APN: 256-110-30); PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Request for a Coastal Development Permit to construct an addition to the existing single-family residence and a new attached accessory dwelling unit; ZONING/OVERLAY: The project site is located within the Residential 8 (R-8) Zone, and Coastal Overlay Zone; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project has been determined to be exempt from environmental review pursuant to CEQA Section 15303(a). Section 15303(a) exempts one single-family residence in a residential zone.

STAFF CONTACT: Reb Batzel, Associate Planner: (760) 943-2233 or rbatzel@ encinitasca.gov

3. PROJECT NAME: Bauer Residence; CASE NUMBER: CDPNF-006710-2023; FILING DATE: September 14, 2023; APPLICANT: Eric Bauer; LOCATION: 1536 Avenida De Las Lilas (APN: 259-430-26); PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A request for a Coastal Development Permit to authorize the construction of an ADU over the existing garage with exterior stairs; ZONING/OVERLAY: The project site is located within the Residential 8 (R-8) Zone and Coastal Overlay Zone; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project has been determined to be exempt from environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15301(a) which exempts a second dwelling unit in a residential zone.

STAFF CONTACT: Hoger Saleh, Assistant Planner: (760) 633-2714 or hsaleh@ encinitasca.gov

PRIOR TO 5:00 PM ON MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2024, ANY INTERESTED PERSON MAY REVIEW THE APPLICATIONS AND PRESENT TESTIMONY, ORALLY OR IN WRITING, TO THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT. WRITTEN TESTIMONY

IS PREFERRED IN ORDER TO HAVE A RECORD OF THE COMMENTS RECEIVED.

If additional information is not required, the Development Services Department will render a determination on the application, pursuant to Section 2.28.090 of the City of Encinitas Municipal Code, after the close of the review period. An Appeal of the Department’s determination accompanied by the appropriate ling fee may be led within 10-calendar days from the date of the determination. Appeals will be considered by the City Council pursuant to Chapter 1.12 of the Municipal Code. Any ling of an appeal will suspend this action as well as any processing of permits in reliance thereon in accordance with Encinitas Municipal Code Section 1.12.020(D)(1) until such time as an action is taken on the appeal.

The above items are located within the Coastal Zone and require the issuance of a regular Coastal Development Permit. The action of the Development Services Director, on the above items, may not be appealed to the California Coastal Commission.

Under California Government Code Sec. 65009, if you challenge the nature of the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised regarding the matter described in this notice or written correspondence delivered to the City at or prior to the date and time of the determination.

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Early Notice and Public Review of a Proposed Activity in a 100-Year Floodplain, including Wetlands

To: All interested Agencies, Groups, and Individuals This is to give notice that the City of Del Mar, under Part 58, has determined that the following proposed action, under the Community Project Funding Program and HUD grant number B-23-CPCA-0516, is located in the 100year oodplain and associated wetland, and the City of Del Mar will be identifying and evaluating practicable alternatives to locating the action in the oodplain and wetland and the potential impacts on the oodplain and wetland from the proposed action, as required by Executive Order 11988 and 11990, in accordance with HUD regulations at 24 CFR 55.20 Subpart C Procedures for Making Determinations on Floodplain Management and Protection of Wetlands. The project activity consists of the construction of an approximately one-half-mile

pedestrian path (i.e., Del Mar Riverpath Extension Phase 3) with native wetland and upland habitat establishment, restoration, and enhancement along the southern periphery of the San Dieguito Lagoon. The impact footprint of the path consists of approximately 0.23 acre within the 100year oodplain, of which approximately 0.01 acre is also considered wetland. Additionally, the entirety of the 0.34-acre habitat establishment, restoration, and enhancement area occurs within the 100-year oodplain, of which approximately 0.15 acre is also wetland. The proposed activity includes a single, ve-foot-wide decomposed granite path and a six-foot-wide boardwalk (both at-grade and elevated).

In total, the pathway would extend approximately 2,050 linear feet (LF) and would primarily (approximately 58 percent) be comprised of an elevated boardwalk. The proposed establishment and enhancement of wetlands (approximately 0.15 acre) and

restoration of approximately 0.19 acre of wetland bu er upland habitat, would occur nearly 225 feet northwest of the pathway, which is entirely within the 100-year oodplain.

The intent and goal of these wetland and upland habitat establishment, enhancement, and restoration e orts are to increase the size of such habitat at and adjacent to the proposed pedestrian path and to uplift the quality of existing habitats, thereby improving the amount of foraging, breeding, and roosting habitat available for wildlife. Other components of the proposed activity include the installation of signage and trash cans along the trail alignment. The proposed activity was designed to minimize impacts to the 100-year oodplain and associated wetlands habitat, and to uplift the functions and values of native habitats (including wetlands) while also providing ecological education and recreational opportunities to the public. The proposed project is located along San Dieguito Drive, between the

CITY OF DEL MAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, the 15th day of April, 2024, at 4:30 p.m., (or as soon thereafter as practicable) in the City of Del Mar Town Hall, 1050 Camino del Mar, Del Mar, California, the City Council will conduct a public hearing on the following:

Project: Introduction of Density Bonus Ordinance to Implement State Law and Housing

Element Program 1G

Locations: Citywide

Applicant: City of Del Mar

Environmental Status: The 6th Cycle Housing Element Final Program Environmental

Impact Report (PEIR) and associated Mitigation, Monitoring, and Reporting Program was certi ed by the City Council on October 5, 2020 (State Clearinghouse (SCH) No. 2020029064). The Final PEIR is available at:

www.delmar.ca.us/DocumentCenter/View/7171/Final-PEIR-91020

Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no further environmental documentation is necessary.

Sta Contact: Amanda Lee, Principal Planner alee@delmar.ca.us

Description: This is a request for City Council adoption of amendments to Zoning Code Chapter 30.90 to implement State Density Bonus Law (DBL) and the City’s Housing Element Program 1G. The intent of DBL is to facilitate production of housing for moderate income and lower income households. Projects must comply with the State DBL and Coastal Act to ensure coastal resource protections are not adversely impacted. The existing regulations would be repealed and replaced to defer to Gov. Code 65915 et seq. The amendments specify how DBL projects will be processed in Del Mar. On March 12, 2024, the Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval.

Those desiring to be heard in favor of or in opposition to this item will be given an opportunity to do so by participating in the City Council meeting in-person by addressing the City Council for up to three minutes or by submitting a written comment. Please submit a completed “Speaker Slip”, including the item number you wish to speak on, to the City Clerk prior to the Mayor announcing the agenda item. The forms are located near the door at the rear of the Meeting Room. When called to speak, please approach the podium and state your name for the record.

Written Comments: Members of the public can participate in the meeting by submitting a written red dot comment via email to cityclerk@delmar.ca.us. The deadline to submit written comments is 12 p.m. on the day of the meeting and the subject line of your email should clearly state the agenda item you are commenting on.

If you have questions about the information in this notice, please contact Amanda Lee, Principal Planner, Email: alee@delmar.ca.us

Under California Government Code 65009, if you challenge the nature of the proposed action in Court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to, the public hearing.

OBTAINING CONTRACT

DOCUMENTS: The Contract

cityofdelmar

OPINION OF PROBABLE

CONSTRUCTION COST:

The Public Works Director’s opinion of probable construction cost for this project is approximately $85,500.

COMPLETION OF WORK:

All WORK performed under this contract shall be completed within 60 Calendar Days, as speci ed in the Contract.

BID SECURITY: Bid Security shall accompany the bid in the form of a certi ed or cashier’s check, or a Bid Bond made payable to the OWNER in the amount of ten percent of the total bid amount.

PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS: For contracts above $25,000, the successful bidder will be required to furnish a Payment Bond made payable to the OWNER in the amount of one hundred percent, and a Performance Bond made payable to the OWNER in the amount of one hundred percent of the contract amount.

DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS:

All bidders are required to register with the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) in accordance with Labor Code sections 1771.1 and 1725.5 and are subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by DIR in accordance with Labor Code section 1771.4.

March 25, 2024

Sarah Krietor, Administrative Services Manager/ DATE City Clerk

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Grand Avenue Overlook and Racetrack View Drive, in the City of Del Mar in San Diego County.

There are three primary purposes for this notice. First, people who may be a ected by activities in oodplains/ wetlands and those who have an interest in the protection of the natural environment should be allowed to express their concerns and provide information about these areas. Commenters are encouraged to o er alternative sites outside of the oodplain/wetland, alternative methods to serve the same project purpose, and methods to minimize and mitigate impacts. Second, an adequate public notice program can be an important public educational tool. The dissemination of information and requests for public comment about oodplains/ wetlands can facilitate and enhance Federal e orts to reduce the risks and impacts associated with the occupancy and modi cation of these special areas. Third, as a matter of fairness, when the Federal government determines it will participate in actions taking place in oodplains/wetlands, it must inform those who may be at greater or continued risk.

Written comments must be received by the City of Del Mar at the following address on or before April 15, 2024: City of Del Mar 1050 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014 and (858) 704-3635, Attention: Adriana Jaramishian, Associate Planner. A full description of the project may also be reviewed from

7:30 am to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at the same address as above and https:// www.delmar.ca.us/853/ RiverPath-Del-Mar-Phase-IIIExtension-Pr. Comments may also be submitted via email at ajaramishian@delmar.ca.us Date: March 29, 2024 03/29/2024 CN 28724

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CONTACT A LAWYER On 4/19/2024 at 9:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 12/21/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-1094566 of O cial Records in the o ce of the County Recorder of San Diego County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by:

MICHAEL W CURTIS, AND LESLIE A CURTIS, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; ENTRANCE OF THE EAST COUNTY REGIONAL CENTER, 250 E. MAIN STREET, EL CAJON, CA 92020 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: ALL OF LOT 86 AND A PORTION OF LOT 87, OF CITY OF CARLSBAD TRACT NO. 02-24, LA COSTA GREENS, NEIGHBORHOODS 1.11, 1.13 AND 1.14, IN THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO MAP THEREOF NO.

14807, FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY, MAY 27, 2004, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 86; THENCE FOLLOWING THE WESTERLY, SOUTHERLY, EASTERLY AND NORTHEASTERLY LOT LINE OF SAID LOT 86, SOUTH 06°39’50” EAST, 118.60 FEET TO THE BEGINNING OF A NONTANGENT 170.00 FOOT RADIUS CURVE, CONCAVE NORTHWESTERLY, A RADIAL TO SAID POINT BEARS SOUTH 06°39’50” EAST; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG

THE ARC OF SAID CURVE THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 18°48’03” A DISTANCE OF 55.78 FEET; THENCE TANGENT NORTH 64°32’07” EAST, 11.25 FEET TO THE BEGINNING OF A TANGENT 20.00 FOOT RADIUS CURVE, CONCAVE WESTERLY; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY AND NORTHERLY ALONG THE ARC OF SAID CURVE THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 90°46’28” A

DISTANCE OF 31.69 FEET; THENCE TANGENT AND ALONG THE

NORTHEASTERLY LOT LINES OF SAID LOT 86 AND 87, NORTH 26°14’21” WEST, 101.71 FEET; THENCE

LEAVING SAID NORTHEAST

LOT LINE OF SAID LOT 87, SOUTH 63°45’39” WEST, 46.44 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PURSUANT TO THAT CERTAIN

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR

AJUSTMENT PLAT

RECORDED OCTOBER 5, 2004, AS INSTRUMENT NO.

2004-946009 OF OFFICIAL

RECORDS, SHOWN AS PARCEL A THEREIN.

EXCEPT THEREFROM ALL

REMAINING OIL, OIL

RIGHTS, MINERALS, MINERAL RIGHTS, NATURAL GAS RIGHTS AND OTHER

HYDROCARBONS BY WHATSOEVER NAME

CITY OF CARLSBAD

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to you, because your interest may be a ected, that the City Council of the City of Carlsbad will hold a public hearing at the Council Chamber, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, California, at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, to consider approving the California Coastal Commissions suggested modi cations to the Local Coastal Program (Zoning Ordinance), and more particularly described as: Acknowledge receipt of and approve the California Coastal Commission’s suggested modi cations to the Local Coastal Program (Zoning Ordinance) for the Housing Element Implementation (ZCA 2022-0001/ LCPA 202213) and the 2022 Zoning Ordinance Cleanup (ZCA 2022-0002/LCPA 2022-14). Whereas, on Feb. 8, 2024, the California Coastal Commission approved LCPA 2022-13 and LCPA 2022-14 with suggested modi cations, and the Coastal Commission’s approval of the Local Coastal Program amendments will not become e ective until the City of Carlsbad approves the suggested modi cations. Those persons wishing to speak on this proposal are cordially invited to attend the public hearing. Copies of the sta report will be available on and after Friday, April 5, 2024. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Jesser in the Planning Division at (442) 339 -2637 or jennifer.jesser@carlsbadca.gov). The meeting can be viewed online at https://www. carlsbadca.gov/city-hall/meetings-agendas or on the city’s cable channel. In addition, written comments may be submitted to the City Council at or prior to the hearing via U.S. Mail to the attention of O ce of the City Clerk, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008, or via email to clerk@carlsbadca.gov. If you challenge the city’s action on the California Coastal Commission’s suggested modi cations in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Carlsbad, Attn: City Clerk’s O ce, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008, at or prior to the public hearing.

CASE FILE: ZCA 2022-0001/ LCPA 2022-13 and ZCA 2022-0002/LCPA 2022-14 CASE NAME: HOUSING ELEMENT IMPLEMENTATION AND 2022 ZONING ORDINANCE

CLEANUP PUBLISH: FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 2024 CITY OF CARLSBAD CITY COUNCIL 03/29/2024 CN 28708

CITY OF CARLSBAD

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to you, because your interest may be a ected, that the City Council of the City of Carlsbad will hold a public hearing at the Council Chamber, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, California, at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, to consider approving a Site Development Plan and Coastal Development Permit to allow for the replacement of an existing “Driving School” and “Junior Driving School” themed attractions with a new space-themed attraction located within the inner park area of the Legoland California in Planning Area 4 of the Carlsbad Ranch Speci c Plan on property located at 1 Legoland Drive, Assessor Parcel Number 211-100-09-00, within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and in the Local Facilities Management Zone 13, and more particularly described as:

Lots 18 and 19 of Carlsbad Tract Map 94-09, Carlsbad Ranch - Units 2 and 3, in the City of Carlsbad, County of San Diego, State of California, according to map thereof no. 13408, led in the O ce of the County Recorder of San Diego, April 1, 1997 as le number 1997-147754

Whereas, on Jan. 17, 2024, the City of Carlsbad Planning Commission voted 6/0/1 (La erty recused) to recommend approval of a Site Development Plan and Coastal Development Permit to allow for the replacement of an existing “Driving School” and “Junior Driving School” themed attractions with a new space-themed attraction located within the inner park area of the Legoland California in Planning Area 4 of the Carlsbad Ranch Speci c Plan on property located at 1 Legoland Drive.

Those persons wishing to speak on this proposal are cordially invited to attend the public hearing. Copies of the sta report will be available on and after Friday, April 5, 2024. If you have any questions, please contact Jason Go in the Planning Division at (442) 339-2643 or jason. go @carlsbadca.gov. The meeting can be viewed online at https://www.carlsbadca.gov/cityhall/meetings-agendas or on the city’s cable channel. In addition, written comments may be submitted to the City Council at or prior to the hearing via U.S. Mail to the attention of O ce of the City Clerk, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008, or via email to clerk@ carlsbadca.gov.

If you challenge the Site Development Permit and Coastal Development Permit in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Carlsbad, Attn: City Clerk’s O ce, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008, at or prior to the public hearing.

CASE FILE: SDP 2023-0012/CDP 2023-0022

CASE NAME: LEGOLAND CALIFORNIA PROJECT 2025

PUBLISH: FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 2024

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KNOWN, GEOTHERMAL STEAM AND ALL PRODUCTS DERIVED FROM ANY OF THE FOREGOING, THAT MAY BE WITHIN OR UNDER THE PROPERTY HEREINABOVE DESCRIBED, TOGETHER WITH THE PERPETUAL RIGHT OF DRILLING, MINING, EXPLORING AND OPERATING THEREFOR AND STORING IN AND REMOVING THE SAME FROM SAID PROPERTY OR ANY OTHER PROPERTY, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO WHIPSTOCK OR DIRECTIONALLY DRILL AND MINE FROM PROPERTIES OTHER THAN THOSE HEREINABOVE DESCRIBED, OIL OR GAS WELLS, TUNNELS AND SHAFTS INTO, THROUGH OR ACROSS THE SUBSURFACE OF THE PROPERTY HEREINABOVE DESCRIBED, AND TO

BOTTOM SUCH WHIPSTOCKED OR DIRECTIONALLY DRILLED WELLS, TUNNELS AND SHAFTS UNDER AND BENEATH OR BEYOND THE EXTERIOR LIMITS THEREOF, AND TO REDRILL, RETUNNEL, EQUIP, MAINTAIN, REPAIR, DEEPEN AND OPERATE ANY SUCH WELLS OR MINES WITHOUT, HOWEVER, EXCEPTING THEREFROM, THE RIGHT OF DRILL, MINE, STORE, EXPLORE, OR OPERATE THROUGH THE SURFACE OR THE UPPER 500 FEET OF THE SUBSURFACE OF THE PROPERTY HEREINABOVE DESCRIBED, AS RESERVED IN GRANT DEED

RECORDED DECEMBER 21, 2005 AS INSTRUMENT NO.

2005-1094565 OF

NOTICE INVITING BIDS

CITY OF ENCINITAS

CS24E-CX24A CITYWIDE SAFETY & MOBILITY ENHANCEMENTS

Notice is hereby given that the City of Encinitas will receive ELECTRONIC BIDS ONLY, via the on-line bidding service PlanetBids, up to 2:00 PM, on April 1, 2024. At which time said ELECTRONIC BIDS will be publicly opened and read. The results will be posted on PlanetBids immediately upon bid opening. Bidders need not be present at bid opening.

WORK TO BE DONE: The work to be completed involves demolition, slurry seal, crack seal, surface and full-depth repairs, removal and replacement of concrete ramps, reconstruction of tra c detector loops, installation of pedestrian push buttons and poles, removal and replacement of pavement striping and markings, adjustment of manholes and valves, signing, striping, and installation of chicanes and roundabout.

Base Bid: The Base includes slurry seals and signing and striping work along El Camino Real, Manchester Ave, Village Park Way, Encinitas Blvd, Quail Gardens Dr, Saxony Rd, Requeza St, and Nardo Rd

Engineer’s Estimate – $1,200,000 (Base Bid only)

Additive Alternate 1: Engineer’s Estimate – $100,000 (Add Alt 1 only)

Additive Alternate 2: Engineer’s Estimate - $150,000 (Add Alt 2 only)

Engineer’s Estimate with Additive Alternate 1 – $1,300,000 (Base Bid + Add Alt 1)

Engineer’s Estimate with Additive Alternate 2 – $1,350,000 (Base Bid + Add Alt 2)

The Contractor shall complete the proposed work in its entirety. Should any detail or details be omitted from the Contract Documents which are essential to its functional completeness, then it shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to furnish and install such detail or request such details from the City Engineer so that upon completion of the proposed work, the work will be acceptable and ready for use.

COMPLETION OF WORK: If only the base bid is awarded, the Contractor shall nish all improvements complete and in place within One Hundred Twenty (120) working days of the Commencement Date in the Notice to Proceed.

If the base bid and any additive alternate is awarded, the Contractor shall nish all improvements complete and in place within One Hundred Thirty (130) working days of the Commencement Date in the Notice to Proceed.

The additional working days allotted for the additive alternates are as follows:

• Additive Alternate 1: 10 working days

• Additive Alternate 2: 10 working days

LOWEST RESPONSIVE AND RESPONSIBLE BIDDER: All bids are to be compared on the basis of the City Engineer’s estimate of the quantities of work to be done and the unit prices bid by the bidder. The award of the contract, if it is awarded, will be to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 1103, a “Responsible Bidder”, means a bidder who has demonstrated the attributes of trustworthiness, as well as quality, tness, capacity, and experience to satisfactorily perform this public works contract.

FIFTY PERCENT “OWN FORCES” REQUIREMENT: Any bid that proposes performance of more than 50 percent of the work by subcontractors or owner operator/lessors or otherwise to be performed by forces other than the Bidder’s own organization will be rejected as non-responsive.

OBTAINING CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: The website for this advertisement and related documents is: PlanetBids (http://www.encinitasca.gov/bids). All bid documents and project correspondence will be posted on the PlanetBids website. It is the responsibility of Proposed Bidders to check the website regularly for information updates and Bid Clari cations, as well as any addenda. To submit a bid, a bidder must be registered with the City of Encinitas as a vendor. To register as a vendor, go to the following link (http://www.encinitasca.gov/bids) and then proceed to the “Register As A Vendor” link. In compliance with California Contract Code Section 20103.7 electronic copies will be made available to contractor plan series bid boards and contractors upon their request. The City makes no representation regarding the accuracy of Contract Documents received from third party plan rooms and Contractor accepts bid documents from third parties at its own risk.

Contractors shall be responsible for obtaining all addendums for the project and signing and submitting all addendums with their bid. Any contractor that does not acknowledge receipt of all addendums by signing and submitting all addendums with their bid shall be deemed a non-responsive bidder and their bid will be rejected.

COMPLIANCE WITH LABOR LAWS: The prime contractor shall be responsible for insuring compliance with all applicable provisions of the Labor Code, including, but not limited to, section 1777.5.

Please also see INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR BIDDERS in bid documents for additional bid information and requirements.

City of Encinitas

BY: Jill T. Bankston, P.E. DATE: March 18, 2024 Director of Engineering/City Engineer

END OF NOTICE INVITING BIDS

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can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same

being auctioned o , before you

CSUSM women’s hoops makes Final Four debut

Cougars upset region top seed in thrilling OT win

By Noah Perkins ST. JOSEPH, MO —

Cal

State San Marcos women’s basketball did the unthinkable on Monday evening, defeating top-seeded Gannon University in the Division II NCAA Tournament Elite Eight and punching its ticket to the Final Four.

The historic win took an overtime period, overcoming the loss of three key players — one to injury, two to fouls — and an unusually poor three-point shooting performance to knock off NCAA DII Player of the Year Samantha Pirosko and the 35-win Golden Knights.

At the final whistle, San Marcos held court, 85-80.

“Gannon is tough,” said CSUSM head coach Renee Jimenez after the game. “That was a great learning experience for us and our kids. I think we came in feeling like it was David versus David, but at one point, it felt like David versus Goliath.”

Win or lose, this was already the most successful season in program history for the Cougars, who made their first-ever Elite Eight appearance a season after making their first-ever Sweet 16 appearance.

the whole time — I was cool, calm, and collected,” Vasquez said. “I knew my team would get it done.”

Charity Gallegos — controlled chaos packaged as a 5-foot-4-inch point guard from Sacramento — took over, scoring seemingly impossible layups in traffic and finding junior Malia Mastora for a game-sealing three.

“We want the ball in Charity’s hands late,” said Jimenez. “But when there are three guys guarding her, she makes the right play every time.”

The coming Final Four appearance is a far cry from the humble origins of the Cal State San Marcos athletic program. When the program launched in 1998, six teams were confined to three modestly sized classrooms with only two coaches on staff.

And then there were the growing pains that came with transitioning from an NAIA school to an NCAA DII.

“The first three to four years, we took our lumps,” Jimenez said. “We didn’t win a conference game our first year.”

Win No. 27 on the season is a program record.

“We are a little bit of the new kids on the block here coming off being NAIA seven years ago,” said Jimenez the day before the Gannon game. “To have this quick transition for us has been big for our university, athletic department and San Diego in general.”

but except for a stretch of the second period that saw the Cougars fall behind by 12, San Marcos parried everything.

Gannon opened the game by winning the tip-off, converting an easy basket,

When in doubt, the Cougs often looked to West Regional Tournament MVP, six-foot, red-shirt senior Jordan Vasquez.

After breaking her nose on three separate occasions, Vasquez, playing in a Phantom of the Opera-style mask for much of the season, was nearly unstoppable at the basket, shooting 10 of 13 from the floor for 26 points.

“I am super excited,” said Vasquez. “We are going

up against the best competition, so I feel great right now. It was a tough win.”

Late in the fourth period, Vasquez and indispensable reserve Ava Ranson fouled out, leaving the Cougars shorthanded for the overtime period.

“I had faith in my team

“We are going to ride this wave as long as we can,” said Jimenez.

San Marcos played Minnesota State on Wednesday after the newspaper went to press. Visit thecoastnews.com for up-to-date coverage.

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ELITE EIGHT: The Cal State San Marcos women’s basketball team upset top-seeded Gannon 85-80 in overtime in Monday night’s Elite Eight tournament game at St. Joseph Civic Arena in Missouri. Cougars senior Jordan Vasquez, top left, donning a facemask, led the team with 26 points and 11 rebounds, earning her 22nd double-double of the season. Photos by Arianne Boma

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lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO

PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.

AUCTION.COM, using the le number assigned to this case 063566-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE TO TENANT:

E ective January 1, 2021, you may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (855) 313-3319, or visit this internet website www. clearreconcorp.com, using the le number assigned to this case 063566-CA to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (800) 2802832 CLEAR RECON CORP 8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 725 San Diego, California 92108 STOX 944257_063566CA 03/29/2024, 04/05/2024, 04/12/2024 CN 28703

T.S. No. 23-66987 APN: 223410-03-00 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALEYOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/20/2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank speci ed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: BOBBIE G GRACE AND BETTY C GRACE, HUSBAND AND Wife duly Appointed Trustee: ZBS Law, LLP Deed of Trust recorded 2/28/2003, as Instrument No. 20030224005, of O cial Records in the o ce of the Recorder of San Diego County, California, Date of Sale: 4/15/2024 at 10:30 AM Place of Sale: AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE EAST COUNTY REGIONAL CENTER BY STATUE, 250 E. MAIN STREET, EL CAJON, CA 92020 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $224,237.06 Note: Because the Bene ciary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt owed. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1464 RIVER CREST ROAD SAN MARCOS, CALIFORNIA 92078 Described as follows: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST A.P.N #.: 223410-03-00 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common

designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the bene ciary within 10 days of the date of rst publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO

POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY

OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 266-7512 or visit this internet website www.elitepostandpub. com, using the le number assigned to this case 2366987. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (866) 266-7512, or visit this internet website www. elitepostandpub.com, using the le number assigned to this case 23-66987 to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Dated: 3/14/2024

ZBS Law, LLP, as Trustee 30

Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606 For NonAutomated Sale Information, call: (714) 848-7920 For Sale Information: (866) 2667512 www.elitepostandpub. com Michael Busby, Trustee Sale O cer This o ce is enforcing a security interest of your creditor. To the extent that your obligation has been discharged by a bankruptcy court or is subject to an automatic stay of bankruptcy, this notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a demand for payment or any attempt to collect such obligation. EPP 39671 Pub Dates 03/22, 03/29, 04/05/2024 CN 28676

T.S. No. 118584-CA APN: 228-314-01-11 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/15/2013. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER

On 4/19/2024 at 9:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/22/2013 as Instrument No. 2013-0690004 of O cial Records in the o ce of the County Recorder of

Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:

If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.

AUCTION.COM, using the le number assigned to this case 118584-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT:

E ective January 1, 2021, you may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (855) 313-3319, or visit this internet website www. clearreconcorp.com, using the le number assigned to this case 118584-CA to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (800) 280-

of San Diego County, California, executed by: MARA VENTURES, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY , as Trustor QUANTA FINANCE, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY , as Bene ciary WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speci ed in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: At the entrance to the East County Regional Center by the statue, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020, NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE – continued all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: See Exhibit “A” Attached Hereto And Made A Part Hereof. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 7369 ALICANTE ROAD CARLSBAD, CA 92009. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $1,567,661.05 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this gure prior to sale. The bene ciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election

S.

INCE’, VICE PRESIDENT

CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALIST IS A DEBT

COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING

TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT

PURPOSE. “NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid on a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of the outstanding lien that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY

OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 844477-7869, or visit this internet Web site www.stoxposting.com, using the le number assigned to this case T.S.# 86922. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.”

For sales conducted after January 1, 2021: NOTICE TO

TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (844) 477-7869, or visit this internet website www.

STOXPOSTING.com, using the le number assigned to this case 86922 to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid; by remitting the funds and a davit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code; so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider

contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.   TS# 86922 / APN # 215-231-66-10

LEGAL DESCRIPTION

EXHIBIT “A” A CONDOMINIUM

COMPRISED OF: PARCEL 1: AN UNDIVIDED 1/13TH

INTEREST IN AND TO PARCEL 1 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 11807, IN THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO MAP

THEREOF FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY, NOVEMBER 19, 1981, BEING A DIVISION OF LOT 3 OF LA COSTA VILLAGE, ACCORDING TO MAP THEREOF NO. 6621, FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY, APRIL 14, 1970. EXCEPTING

THEREFROM THE FOLLOWING: (A) ALL LIVING UNITS AS SHOWN UPON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN OF STONELEIGH HEIGHTS PHASE I, RECORDED ON MARCH 1, 1982 AS FILE NO. 82-55095 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY. (B)

THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO POSSESSION OF ALL THOSE AREAS DESIGNATED AS BALCONIES AND PATIOS AND SHOWN UPON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN

ABOVE REFERRED TO.

PARCEL 2: LIVING UNIT 10 AS SHOWN ON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN

ABOVE REFERRED TO.

PARCEL 3: THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO POSSESSION AND OCCUPANCY OF ALL THOSE AREAS DESIGNATED AS

BALCONIES AND PATIOS AS DESCRIBED IN PARCEL 1 ABOVE, AS APPURTENANT TO PARCELS 1 AND 2 ABOVE

DESCRIBED. PARCEL 4: A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT OR INGRESS, EGRESS AND RECREATIONAL USE OVER

THE COMMON AREA OF

PARCEL 2 AS SHOWN ON PARCEL MAP NO. 11807, FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, ON NOVEMBER 19, 1981, WHICH EASEMENT IS APPURTENANT TO

PARCELS 1 AND 2

DESCRIBED ABOVE. THIS EASEMENT SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE AS TO SAID PARCEL 2 UPON

RECORDATION OF A

DECLARATION OF ANNEXATION DECLARING

SUCH PARCEL TO BE

SUBJECT TO THE

DECLARATION OF

COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS TO

WHICH REFERENCE IS

HEREAFTER MADE OR A

SEPARATE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS REQUIRED

THE OWNERS OF SAID

PARCEL TO BE MEMBERS OF THE STONELEIGH HEIGHTS HOMEOWNERS

ASSOCIATION, ALL AS

MORE FULLY SET FORTH

IN THE DECLARATION TO

WHICH REFERENCE IS HEREAFTER MADE. THE

COMMON AREA REFERRED

TO HEREIN AS TO EACH OF

SAID SUCH PARCELS SHALL BE THE SAME AS SHOWN AND DESCRIBED

ON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN REFERRED TO ABOVE AND ANY AMENDMENTS OR SUPERCEDING

CONDOMINIUM PLAN, EXCEPTING THEREFROM

ANY RESIDENTIAL AND GARAGE BUILDINGS

THEREON. STOX 943844_86922 03/15/2024, 03/22/2024, 03/29/2024 CN

WRITTEN OBJECTION

28641

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSECHANGE OF NAME CASE# 37-202400013415-CU-PT-NC

TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS: Petitioner(s): Scott Stewart Peters led a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a. Present name: Scott Stewart Peters change to proposed name: Scott Stuart Peters

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this Court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for a change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must le a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely led, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: On May 31, 2024 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. 25 of the Superior Court of California, 325 S Melrose Dr., Vista CA 92081, North County Division. (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To nd your court’s website, go to www. courts.ca.gov/find-my-court. htm.)

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE ABOVE DATE; ATTACHMENT TO ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME (JC FORM #NC-120)

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents led as of the date speci ed on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120). If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date speci ed, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date speci ed), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner. To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certi cate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identi cation, a certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certi cate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issues the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certi ed copy is required.

A certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth’ Certi cate (JC Form #NC230) may be obtained from the Civil Business O ce for a fee.

Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for information on obtaining certi ed copies. If all the requirements have not been met as of the date speci ed, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions. If a timely objection is led, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT

OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A

AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the speci ed date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be led with the court.

IT IS SO ORDERED.

Filed Date: 03/22/2024

Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court.

03/29, 04/05, 04/12, 04/19/2024 CN 28728

NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE

In accordance with the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facility Act, Section 21700, et seq. of the Business and Professions Code of the State of California the under-signed will be sold at public auction conducted on STORAGETREASURES.

COM on April 12th 2024, ending at 10am. The personal property including but not limited to: Personal and household items stored at West Coast Self-Storage Del Sur 16001 Babcock St, San Diego, CA 92127, County of San Diego, by the following persons:

is

03/29/2024 CN 28709

Notice of Self Storage Sale

at 2430 S Santa

Vista CA 92084 intends to hold a public sale to the highest bidder of the property stored by the following tenants at the storage facility. The sale will occur as an online auction via www.storagetreasures.com on 4/17/2024 at 12:00PM. David Crossman; Cli ord H Jones (2 units); Gregorio Ramirez; Mary Sanchez. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. 03/29/2024 CN 28701

Notice of Self Storage Sale

Please take notice Prime

Storage - San Diego Paci c Hwy located at 4800 Paci c Hwy San Diego CA 92110 intends to hold a public sale to the highest bidder of the property stored by the following tenants at the storage facility. The sale will occur as an online auction via www.storagetreasures.com on 4/17/2024 at 12:00PM. Carrie R Trujillo; Daniella Roni; Blake Parra; Sumer Abbott; John Swalley/John in care of Golen moving ManagerSwalley; Julian Vincent; Khalid Khairandesh; Todd Bred eld; Michael Lee Martin; Alejandro Villanueva; Patricia Press; Xavier Trelease; Michael Erik Bernal; Laeshawna Moore. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. 03/29/2024 CN 28700 Notice of

John Jacobson; Jason Putnam. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. 03/29/2024 CN 28699

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF BRIAN MATZINGER

Case # 24PE000143C

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Brian Matthew Matzinger

A Petition for Probate has been led by Linda J. McDevitt in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego. The Petition for Probate requests that Linda J. McDevitt be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the le kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person les an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: April 24, 2024; Time: 1:30 PM; in Dept.: 502. Court address: 1100 Union St., San Diego CA 92101, Central Courthouse. https://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ sdcourt/probate2/probatevh Court appearances may be made either in person or virtually, unless otherwise ordered by the Court. Virtual appearances must be made using the department’s Microsoft Teams (“MS Teams”) video link; or by calling the department’s MS Teams conference phone number and using the assigned conference ID number. The MS Teams video conference links and phone numbers can be found at www.sdcourt.ca.gov/

ProbateHearings. Plan to check in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled hearing time.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or le written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must le your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of rst issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as de ned in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may a ect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner:

Rich Gaines, Esq. Legacy Legal, Inc. 5900 La Place Ct., Ste 105 Carlsbad CA 92008

Telephone: 760.931.9923

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF SHERRIAN KAY DEAN

Case# 37-2024-00003659PR-LA-CTL

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Sherrian

Kay Dean

A Petition for Probate has been led by John Lents and Amanda Keifer, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego.

The Petition for Probate requests that John Lents and Amanda Keifer be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person les an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: April 17, 2024; Time: 1:30 PM; in Dept.: 502, Remote Hearing. Court address: 1100 Union St., San Diego CA 92101, Central Courthouse. (https://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ sdcourt/probate2/probatevh)

Court appearances may be made either in person or virtually, unless otherwise ordered by the Court. Virtual appearances must be made using the department’s Microsoft Teams (“MS Teams”) video link; or by calling the department’s MS Teams conference phone number and using the assigned conference ID number. The MS Teams video conference links and phone numbers can be found at www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ ProbateHearings. Plan to check in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled hearing time.

You may examine the le kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may le with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the ling of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Rich Gaines, Esq. Legacy Legal, Inc. 5900 La Place Ct., Ste 105

Carlsbad CA 92008

Telephone: 760.931.9923

03/15, 03/22, 03/29/2024

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO

ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MICHAEL JOHN CURTIUS

Case# 37-2024-00003766PR-LA-CTL

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Michael John Curtius

A Petition for Probate has been led by Michael D. Curtius, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego. The Petition for Probate requests that Michael D. Curtius be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person les an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: April 24, 2024; Time: 1:30 PM; in Dept.: 502, Remote Hearing.

Court address: 1100 Union St., San Diego CA 92101, Central Courthouse.

scheduled hearing time.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or le written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must le your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of rst issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as de ned in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may a ect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the le kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may le with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the ling of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner:

Kathleen M. de Arriba

Balfour Law Group 1172 Orange Ave., Second Floor Coronado CA 92118

Telephone: 619.437.1956

03/15, 03/22, 03/29/2024

CN 28654

NOTICE OF PETITION TO

ADMINISTER ESTATE OF WESLEY EISENMAN

Case # 37-2023-00041404PR-LA-CTL

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Wesley Eisenman

A Petition for Probate has been led by Judith A. Eisenman in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego.

at 12:00PM. Phil Landman; Kathryn L Grimes; Nicholas Brewton; Noel Bonk;

You may examine the le kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may le with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the ling of

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or le written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must le your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of rst issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as de ned in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may a ect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

https://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ sdcourt/probate2/probatevh Court appearances may be made either in person or virtually, unless otherwise ordered by the Court. Virtual appearances must be made using the department’s Microsoft Teams (“MS Teams”) video link; or by calling the department’s MS Teams conference phone number and using the assigned conference ID number. The MS Teams video conference links and phone numbers can be found at www.sdcourt.ca.gov/

ProbateHearings. Plan to check in 15 minutes prior to the

The Petition for Probate requests that Judith A. Eisenman be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the le kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates

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Mayor delivers State of City

Kranz highlights accomplishments, future projects

By Samantha Mason ENCINITAS

— Mayor Tony Kranz delivered the Encinitas State of the City address on March 21 at the Encinitas Community and Senior Center, touting several accomplishments while emphasizing the importance of investing in local infrastructure, homeless services, and public health and safety. The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce hosted the event, which was sponsored by local organizations like Scripps, the Encinitas Rotary Club, and Mira Costa Community College. Videos from various local groups highlighted accomplishments, focusing on support for small businesses, street fairs, and community events.

The evening began with opening remarks from Richard D. Marks, chairman of the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce, followed by Pastor Sam Nelson from Bethlehem Lutheran Church, who led a moment of gratitude. Local Boy Scout Troop #776 presented the colors and recited the pledge of allegiance.

During Kranz’s speech, the mayor emphasized the evening’s theme as “Investing in Our Future,” arguing the city is “worthy of investment.” Kranz underscored accomplishments from the past year, including establishing an Infrastructure Task Force to help identify

priorities.

As part of local infrastructure investment, Congressman Mike Levin successfully procured $4 million in federal funding for drainage improvements along Coast Highway 101 in Leucadia, construction of which will begin soon.

However, Kranz pointed out the unmet demand for city improvements, prompting the city to propose a ballot measure for the November ballot. The measure seeks to implement a one percent local sales tax increase, ideally generating up to $5 million annually to help fund improvements, particularly roadway safety and drainage infrastructure.

Among this past year’s accomplishments was the recent opening of the Buena Creek Navigation Center, a 48-bed homeless shelter serving Vista and Encinitas residents.

“Being able to support every member of our community is very important, and I am incredibly thankful that we are now able to do so,” he said.

In response to heightened concerns over cyclist safety, Kranz acknowledged a pressing need for action, citing safety issues and tragic accidents as urgent catalysts.

This year, South Coast Highway 101 saw safety enhancements, including the addition of two bike lanes and reduced speed limits aimed at enhancing cyclist safety.

“Over the past year, we have hunkered down and made this a top priority,” said Kranz.

The city has launched

a series of initiatives to bolster bike safety, including appointing a mobility manager, Nick Buck, who spearheaded the development of training programs in collaboration with local school districts.

Kranz also discussed environmental health, highlighting the city’s recent implementation of a smokefree ordinance aimed at fostering a “healthier, cleaner, and more beautiful Encinitas.”

Kranz announced plans for an ordinance to safeguard native plants and affirmed the city’s progress toward meeting its 2030 Climate Action Plan and greenhouse gas reduction goals. The mayor mentioned the launch of Encinitas Academy, designed to enhance community members’ understanding of local government and services.

In his closing remarks, Kranz discussed significant land acquisitions and highlighted the city’s strategic investments, such as the purchase of Pacific View School. Kranz said the school’s impending reopening is anticipated to symbolize a “beacon of unity and progress” for Encinitas.

Similarly, acquiring an iconic parcel of land on the northeast corner of 101 and La Costa Avenue is poised to serve as a “sanctuary” for the community, further enriching the city’s open spaces and fostering a sense of belonging.

Quoting Emily Dickinson’s “‘Hope’ Is The Thing With Feathers,” Kranz ended with optimism and gratitude for the opportunity to serve as mayor.

MAYOR TONY KRANZ delivers the State of the City address on March 21 at the Encinitas Community and Senior Center. The mayor touted the establishment of an Infrastructure Task Force and pointed to additional infrastructure improvements as worthy of investment.

Photo by Darren Lazarus

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ESCONDIDO AWARDS

•The Escondido Union High School District named Valley High School math teacher Sharon Clark as Teacher of the Year and custodial and grounds maintenance employee Miguel Velasquez as Classified Employee of the Year.

• Additionally, KyXy 96.5 radio station and American Assets Trust honored San Pasqual High School English teacher Karen Jewell through the Tribute to Teachers Program. She was nominated by her former student, Magda Martinez.

• San Pasqual High School Athletic Director Andrew Clark was named the 2024 CIF San Diego Section Athletic Director of the Year. Clark, a former student athlete who graduated from San Pasqual, is in his 15th year as athletic director and 25th year coaching football.

OCEANSIDE AWARDS

• The Oceanside Unified School District named Oceanside High School choir and guitar teacher Leah Ritt and Cesar Chavez Middle School Spanish teacher Luis Casillas as the district’s teachers of the year.

• OUSD named Palmquist Elementary Office Assistant Melissa Hartman and Surfside Academy Campus Supervisor Donald Vivian as district employees of the year.

GREEN FEST

Encinitas Union School District held a successful second annual Zero-Waste Green Fest at Ocean Knoll Elementary, where children showcased educational exhibits and interactive demonstrations aimed at promoting waste minimization and ocean conservation.

DEAN’S LIST

Mallory Johnson of Del Mar was named to the dean’s list at Bates College in Maine for the fall semester. Johnson is majoring in sociology and minoring in Hispanic Studies.

RSF habitat restoration gets $1.5M boost

By Staff RANCHO SANTA FE

— The San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy has received $1.5 million from the Wildlife Conservation Board to restore 12.5 acres of riparian habitat in Rancho Santa Fe.

Approved Feb. 15, the grant from the state agency will pay to remove invasive trees and plants and revegetate a quarter of a mile stretch of high-value, riparian habitat north of Lusardi Creek and east of the Arroyo Preserve.

mals such as the American badger, mountain lion, coyote, bobcat, mule deer and gray fox.

Adjoining lands include the Crosby Habitat Management Area, Lusardi County Park, the San Dieguito Lagoon and several undeveloped private properties.

POWER AUTHORITY

The Orange County Power Authority hired Encinitas resident Joe Mosca as its new chief executive officer. Mosca has served as interim CEO since June 1 and previously served as the director of communications and external affairs for the power authority.

SHOE DRIVE

The Soroptimist International of Vista and North County Inland donated over 45 pairs of new and gently used shoes to Vista Deputy Mayor Katie Melendez for her Children’s Shoe Drive.

DENTAL CLINIC

Neighborhood Healthcare, a nonprofit community health organization, and Escondido Union School District have partnered to bring mobile dental clinics to students at all 24 schools in the district.

GREAT JOB

The California Coast Credit Union received the Great Place to Work Certification from the globally recognized employee experience platform. This year, 83% of the credit union’s surveyed employees said Cal Coast is a great place to work compared to 57% of employees at a typical U.S.based company.

FIX AUTO VISTA

J & R Auto Body and Paint, Inc. has rebranded into Fix Auto Vista. The shop has served the community for over 17 years and is locally owned by Denisse Barragan, who is running for Vista City Council District 3 this year, and her father, Ruben Barragan.

BAR ASSOCIATION

The North County Bar Association elected Dawn Hall Cunneen as president.

YOUTH PIANO

The city of Encinitas will host the inaugural 2024 Youth Piano Concerto Competition in collaboration with the North Coast Symphony Orchestra. Young pianists in grades K-12 are invited to compete for the first-place prize of a $250 contract to perform one movement of a selected concerto with the orchestra on a Steinway D concert grand piano. For more information, visit www.encinitasca. gov/community/cultural-arts/piano-competition.

Clearing the waterway of eucalyptus, palms, reeds and other nonnative plants will greatly improve fire safety in a high-risk area blackened by wildfire in 2007. The work also will reduce flood risks by improving streamflow in the river.

The three-year project is expected to begin in the fall and continue through summer of 2027, with the bulk of non-native species removal programmed for gaps in the nesting seasons. The state grant covers monitoring of the restoration area through 2027.

As designed, the project will provide important habitat for two documented endangered birds — the least Bell’s vireo and light-footed ridgeway’s rail — and connections to other conserved lands for mam-

Pets of the Week

TIPPY TAPPIES is Rancho Coastal Humane Society’s pet of the week. She’s an 11-month-old, 7-pound, female domestic short hair cat with a grey and white tabby coat.

Tippy Tappies was surrendered to a shelter in Riverside County along with another cat. They lived in a room with other female cats and got along fine.

They were both transferred to RCHS through Friends of County Animal Shelters. The other cat was adopted right away, but not Tippy Tappies. While she is a friendly and social cat, she’s also a little shyer. She needs a quiet home where her new family will give her a safe space and time to settle in at her own pace.

Llamas-Rodriguez Oceanside March 2, 2024

Donna Lou Engler

Cardiff March 7, 2024

The $100 adoption fee includes a medical exam, neuter, up-to-date vaccinations, registered microchip and a one-year license if the new home is in the jurisdiction of San Diego Humane Society’s Department of Animal Services.

For information about adoption or becoming a virtual foster, stop by Rancho Coastal Humane Society at 389 Requeza St., Encinitas, call (760) 753-6413 or visit

SDpets.org.

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DAGGER is Helen Woodward Animal Center’s pet of the week. He is a 5-month-old hound blend.

Dagger may come off as lackadaisical and a sucker for playtime but make no mistake — he is an expert at infiltrating the hearts of those around him. With Dagger, what may start out as a simple game of fetch could end with a cuddle

“[The restoration] will improve the experience of trail users on the Coast to Crest Trail, which runs along the ridge to the east of the Arroyo Preserve,” said Jonathan Appelbaum, consulting biologist.

Connectivity for wildlife and people is part of a larger, 181-acre restoration program within the river valley.

Plans for revegetation include seed, live cuttings and purchased plants at 125 plants per acre for a total of more than 1,500 plants.

session.

Dagger’s adoption fee is $248 plus a $36 microchip fee. All pets adopted from HWAC are altered and up-to-date on vaccinations and micro-chipped for identification.

Helen Woodward Animal Center at 6523 Helen Woodward Way in Rancho Santa Fe. Kennels are open Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (by appointment only).

For more information call (858) 756-4117, option #1 or visit animalcenter.org.

HWAC is offering half off adoption fees throughout March in an effort to combat shelter overcrowding, which is currently both a regional and national problem for most animal shelters.

Isabelle Herich Vista March 15, 2024

Mary Anna Doman San Marcos March 14, 2024 CROP

In 2017, March 29th was officially designated as National Vietnam War Veterans Day by President Donald J. Trump. March 29 was chosen as National Vietnam War Veterans Day because on March 29, 1973, the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam (MACV) was disbanded and the last U.S. combat troops departed the Republic of Vietnam.

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The Vietnam War was a divisive and difficult time for the United States and many veterans didn ’t get the recognition for their service they should have received, which is why commemorating this holiday is so important.

We honor the nine million American men & women who served on active duty from November 1, 1955 to May 7, 1975. We solemnly remember the more than 58,000 whose names that are etched into the Vietnam Memorial’s polished black granite - names that are constant reminders of the price of freedom.

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DAWN HALL CUNNEEN, a partner at the law firm Cunneen Booth, was recently elected president of the North County Bar Association. Courtesy photo

THE GRANT will pay to replace invasive trees and plants on a quarter-mile stretch north of Lusardi Creek and east of the Arroyo Preserve. Courtesy photo

JPCatholic begins work on new arts complex

By Samantha Nelson ESCONDIDO — John

Paul the Great Catholic University has started renovating a vacant former furniture store downtown into a creative arts hub that will serve students and the community.

In 2016, JPCatholic bought the 30,620-squarefoot building that once housed Johnson Furniture and Sears Roebuck with the help of a $1.5 million gift from the Caster Family Trust and debt financing.

From the beginning, the plan was to turn the building into an arts complex serving the university’s cinematic, visual, and performing arts programs. However, the COVID-19 pandemic stalled progress. Now that renovations have officially begun, the goal is to have the arts complex finished by next year.

The building is perfect for the small, 300-student university that focuses on the creative arts and business

to it. It’s perfect for studio space.”

mercially distributed films into the curriculum.

to incubate and grow.”

innovation. The university has spent the last 11 years in Escondido’s downtown area on and around Grand Avenue, where school President Derry Connolly founded it in the early 2000s.

Originally, the school bought the former JCPenney building due to its large size and high ceilings, which worked well for sound stag-

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es. That building is backto-back with the future arts complex, another large building that will suit the school well.

“What’s not obvious is that it’s a relatively ugly building on the outside, but the inside is beautiful,” Connolly said about the former furniture store. “It’s got a tall barrel ceiling with an arch

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of it and would rather nix it completely.

AES held the first of a three-series workshop on March 21 at the San Marcos Civic Center to provide updates on the project and answer residents' questions. More than 40 people attended.

Many of the residents’ concerns center around the lithium-ion batteries. They cite past incidents where other storage facilities in the nation — including some owned by AES — have experienced thermal runaway events that caused massive battery fires.

Ashley Robertson Bedard, a nearby resident, said the meeting was a “formality” structured in AES’ favor, suggesting that the answers residents asked were either deflected, omitted or altered by AES staff.

“They downplayed the likelihood of a fire and the severity of toxic gas emissions from lithium-ion batteries. They compared toxic gasses such as hydrogen cyanide and sulfur dioxide to plastic,” Bedard said in a statement provided after the meeting. “Multiple

The arts complex will be divided into two separate buildings, one for cinematic and visual arts and the other for performing arts. A courtyard will connect the two and serve as a venue for community events, outdoor performances and student life activities.

Plans for the complex include a new soundstage, illustration studio, and acting rehearsal studio, as well as additional classrooms and computer labs.

“Once complete, the new Creative Arts buildings will elevate the student experience and unlock innovative collaborations for our students across all creative disciplines,” said Professor George Simon, chair of Communications Media, in a news release announcing the start of renovations.

Simon launched the Feature Film Program at JPCatholic in 2021, introducing the production of com-

residents will have to drive through the proposed facility to access their homes and nearly 12,000 residents currently utilize a two-lane road to get in and out of the community. When questioned about their plans to ensure ingress and egress, they indicated paving the road that runs through the facility.”

Lead project developer Max Guarniere emphasized that the project would be a huge benefit for the region, filling a gap in the power supply during extreme weather events. He also noted the facility would put the region and the state as a whole a step closer to meeting renewable energy goals.

“The San Diego region has stringent clean energy goals to be 100% carbon free by 2035,” Guarniere said. “The battery storage facility is going to help California and the San Diego region meet those goals.”

Guarniere also stressed that safety is a top priority for the company, noting several layers of protection, including having 8 to 10 personnel on-site during business hours and oncall, remote monitoring 24/7, close collaboration with local fire agencies,

According to the school, the new facilities will expand the capabilities of future projects, with additional space for film sets and production offices.

Renovations to the building are expected to cost the university approximately $4.2 million, which will be funded through debt financing as well as a large $1 million donation and several smaller donations.

Connolly believes the building will provide critical infrastructure to nurture a creative arts industry cluster in Escondido, which is a key strategic priority for the university.

“This production space will explode our capacity to produce content across the entertainment spectrum,” he said. “The expanding media-savvy student and alumni talent pool will make Escondido a compelling location for emerging communications-centric companies

and standards and certifications aligning with the California Fire Code, National Fire Protection Association, and Underwriters Laboratories.

Additionally, the facility would have four stages of fire safety protection, including a battery management system, gas detection and sensor-triggered fire suppression systems, and fire suppression and containment.

The project would feature metal storage containers approximately 8 to 10 feet in height that house racks of battery modules, which are meant for storing extra energy generated throughout the day and delivering it to homes during high-demand periods.

“We’re proposing lithium-ion batteries, which are no different than what you see in cellphones, laptops, and electric vehicles that play critical roles in providing reliability and flexibility to give you power in extreme weather events,” Guarniere said.

According to Guarniere, AES has learned from past mistakes in the industry and improved its operations to be safer and more reliable.

The arts complex is part of a series of expansion projects for the university. The school is exploring turning another building into student housing, located across from the furniture store along Maple Street between Second and Third Avenue.

Originally, the plan was to turn the building into a chapel, but the school is now considering building the chapel in the parking lot next to the existing building.

Connolly noted a chapel was originally planned for the property in 1925 but never built. One hundred years later, the university hopes to bring those old plans to fruition.

Connolly sees a bright future for the university and Escondido.

“Escondido is a wonderful community for the university,” he said. “It’s a welcoming place and a good city to do business in the industry… we see lots of opportunities in Escondido.”

“We’ve been operating battery energy for over 15 years now; it’s come with many lessons learned along the way,” Guarniere said.

Many also fear the project will depreciate the value of their properties and could invite other outside threats to target the community and region as a whole.

“AES presented factual data (not yet verified) on sales tax revenue but failed to present data showing depreciating property values, increasing insurance rates, or lost property tax revenue to the county,” Bedard said.

Residents have started collecting signatures to petition against the project. Bedard told The Coast News that nearly 70 signatures were gathered in a two-hour window on March 23.

AES has applied for a major use permit from the county and is currently in the process of developing its environmental impact report.

The next workshop is scheduled for April 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Del Lago Academy at 1740 Scenic Trail Way in Escondido and will cover battery energy storage safety.

AN AERIAL view of the former furniture store that will soon house JPCatholic’s new arts complex. At right, John Paul the Great Catholic University is located on the corner of Maple Street and Grand Avenue in Escondido. Founded by President Derry Connolly in the early 2000s, the university has been located on and around Grand Avenue in Escondido’s downtown district for the last 11 years. Courtesy photo/Photo by Samantha Nelson

AN IMAGE of the property now owned by JPCatholic where a chapel was planned in 1925 but never built. The university is exploring building a chapel there. Courtesy photo/Union-Tribune

This spring...

Home & Garden THINK SMALLER

By Jano Nightingale

One of my favorite gardens was one I created in a tiny alleyway in the yard of a three-story apartment building in Cold Spring, New York, over twenty years ago. I had moved from my first house with a substantial yard, and it was not a happy time for gardening.

But two young men who lived in the basement apartment of the building were keen to fix up the backyard so we could all enjoy it.

Dave, the group’s builder, created a lattice fence, built a wooden box filled with soil, and asked for planting suggestions. I researched my favorite vegetable plants, and we came up with a vertical garden that surprised us all!

After planting Kentucky pole beans, sugar snap peas and a tall, lanky Tiny Tim tomato plant, we were all elated when the seeds began to sprout.

Dave knocked on my door in the morning with something in his hand.

“A bean, a bean! We got our first bean!” Although this was not a showcase-raised bed garden, we had three lovely vegetables to call our own. In the evening, we sat in our lawn chairs, admiring our success at creating an “Alleyway Garden.”

Grow your salad

If you want fresh greens from your patio or balcony, you can create your own container garden with various pots or window boxes. Be certain that your choice has drainage holes and sufficient depth and width.

Greens in deep, rounded five-gallon containers al-

low the leaves to stretch out, and vegetables such as beets and radishes can utilize the depth to grow deep and throw their leafy green tops.

On the other hand, rows of leaf lettuce, kale and spinach will flourish in a 24” x 36” window box.

For pole beans, cucumbers, and peas, choose a narrow 12” x 48” window box 8 inches deep. You can add a small trellis to encourage the veggies to climb upward.

Totally tomatoes

Many gardeners have tried to grow tomatoes on their patio or balcony, but not always with great success.

The key to success is full sun. Without full sun, you might as well buy tomatoes at the farmer’s market. Try the Patio Hybrid Tomato, Tiny Tim or Yellow Peach Cherry varieties.

Be certain you choose a large pot for tomatoes or peppers, such as a five-gallon plastic or terra cotta. Use a container garden mix found in garden centers, such as Jiffy-Mix or ProMix, and dampen the soil before planting.

Remember to hold off buying your tomatoes until late April. They need three to four months of consistent temperatures of 65-85 degrees. This is why I constantly preach to my students not to buy tomatoes in March. They are usually sold with buds that have been forced into early bloom in a greenhouse in another state..

An early tomato might show buds that are open,

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MINIATURE PURPLE and yellow viola brighten hanging baskets on March 22 at Anderson’s La Costa Nursery in Encinitas.

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Home&Garden

Picture lying in a field, enveloped by a warm, summer breeze, the touch of silken flower petals gently brushing against your cheek, and the soothing patter of a mild, rhythmic creek.

These are natural things.

Furniture can also be natural, when made with the right ingredients.

Natural Home by The Futon Shop located in the heart of San Marcos at 1232 Los Vallecitos Boulevard, uses all the right ingredients.

“Although, it’s the little store that could, it has everything you need to sit and sleep in your home, naturally,” The Futon Shop CEO Suzy Diamond said.

The Futon Shop’s products are 100% organic and natural, are handmade in the USA and use all recycled materials.

From mattresses to bedding, pillows to futons, The Futon Shop is the definitive destination for all your sustainable home needs.

turing could lead to allergic reactions and skin irritation.

That’s why The Futon Shop chooses to create furniture and bedding made from only natural ingredients, while keeping health and safety in mind.

Sustainable materials are the cornerstone of a sustainable home. The materials used are natural and non-toxic, promoting better health for both you and the planet.

Eco-friendly decor as gifts for family and friends is another good way to spread health and longevity, especially with the rise of sustainable living and eco-consciousness.

The practice of natural furniture making using organic ingredients dates back to antiquity, with ancient furniture made from many different materials, including reeds, wood, stone, metals, straws and ivory.

itself in belonging to a tradition of furniture making that is as old as civilization.

The Futon Shop has also been showcased in many major media outlets such as NBC News, MSN, Yahoo finance, Red Carpet Green Dress and FashionUnited, with a list of satisfied customers.

Indoor/outdoor Futon cover, Taupe:

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crafted without glue, fire retardants, petro-chemicals or any other synthetic ingredients.

“We bring nature indoors,” Diamond said.

If a natural approach to furniture making was good enough for Cleopatra and the pharaohs of Egypt, it is good enough for your home.

By City News Service

REGION — Home prices increased across San Diego County in February, mirroring a statewide trend, the California Association of Realtors said last week.

The median price of an existing single-family home in San Diego County in February was $980,000, up from $925,000 the previous month, and substantially higher than the $878,000 price of one year ago.

Statewide, the median price of an existing single-family home last month was $806,490, up from $789,480 in January, and an increase from $735,300 a year earlier.

The state’s highest median home price in February was San Mateo County’s $1.92 million.

February’s statewide sales pace was 12.8% higher from the 257,040 homes sold in January and up 1.3% from a year ago, when a revised 286,290 homes were sold on an annualized basis.

The monthly sales increase was the second straight month of doubledigit gains for California. It was also the second consecu tive month of year- over-year gains, but the improvement was mild.

While it is likely that sales will stay below this level in the first quarter of 2024, statewide home sales on a year-to-date basis remained positive with an increase of 3.4%, suggesting a better spring home purchasing sea-

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President Melanie Barker said. “This is great news for buyers who have been competing for a dearth of homes for sale, and the momentum will hopefully build further as we enter the spring home

Tree doctor wins award two years in a row

Since 1985, Russell Bowman has been delighting residents of San Diego County with his plant and tree expertise.

So, it’s no wonder Bowman Plant & Tree Care Specialists have been named the San Diego Union-Tribune Community Press’ “Best of North County” voters’ poll for tree and plant care for a 2nd year in a row!

He is lovingly referred to as the San Diego “tree doctor extraordinaire” by his clients, Bowman is known for transforming sickly trees and gardens into Disneyesque wonderlands.

Using his own proprietary blend of organic biological nutrition, Bowman feeds plants at night — a technique he picked up during his time as a horticulturist at Disneyland.

“When you feed plants at night, they have enough time to absorb the nutrition, before it is degraded by the sun’s rays,” he said. “That’s why, when most people are winding down their days, eating dinner, and going to bed, we are out feeding plants and trees.”

He’s done more than just care for sick plants and trees, he’s revolutionized both residential and commercial properties by the use of his organic fertilizer tanks that

inject his magical formula through your irrigation systems.

In a very short time, this program pays back through reduced water bills.

“When you give your body proper nutrition, it affects your overall health and boosts your immunity, so you don’t get sick. The same is true for plants and trees.”

Bowman feeds complete “nutrition delivery biology” derived from earthworm castings to replenish the missing healthy soil biology.

This works with a client’s current irrigation system so that each time the landscaping is watered, the needed soil biology is replenished.

“This is the secret to keeping your property looking like a five-star resort.”

Russell is quick to point out that healthy plants and trees are also environmentally friendly. A healthy plant will be more efficient at photosynthesizing sunlight into oxygen and the healthy soil/ compost helps bring down uses far less water.

He donates his time and expertise for the trees for the Point Loma Association and gardens at the Rock Church in Point Loma, Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, the YMCA, Barnes Tennis Center, Chili’s Restaurants, Stone Brewery in Escondido, and San Diego Botanic Garden.

He also served with the San Diego Rose Society in Balboa Park for 12 years.

To learn more about Bowman and his services, please contact Russell at 858-499-9417.

He provides tree and plant nutritional care as well as ongoing routine garden maintenance.

Russell Bowman abides by all applicable state laws and requirements and does

“My calling is to beautify the earth, making trees and plants healthy,” The Master Gardener taught me everything I know. I’ve learned that when you love something, it’s not something you have to do; it’s something you want to do.”

not perform any services that require a licensed contractor.

Business license

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ALRSD to hold spring fundraiser

By Erik P. Gabaldon ENCINITAS — The

Assistance League Rancho San Dieguito will hold a fundraiser on April 13 to help support league and community programs.

The fundraiser will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lomas Santa Fe Country Club in Solana Beach.

A three-course lunch will be served with a nohost bar. Tickets are $100.

“The money raised supports our programs–especially our largest programs–Operation School Bell, where we provide new clothes and shoes to over 1200 local students each

year through special shopping events,” fundraiser organizer Kathy O'Leary said.

There will be a live and silent auction, with such prizes as a seven-night stay on the beach at Kihei, Hawaii; a firehouse dinner for six at Rancho Santa Fe Fire Station; four season passes to the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club; an original print from political cartoonist Steve Breen and; a chef's dinner for eight.

Comedian Carol Johnson and harpist Naomi Alter are scheduled to entertain, with Johnson also stepping in as auctioneer and presenter. Johnson also holds the

position of the Goddess of Humor on LockDown Living Room Comedy Show!

Alter has been a concerto soloist with the Poway Symphony Orchestra, the Song of the Angels Flute Orchestra and the Crown City Symphony in Pasadena.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for our friends to come, enjoy the event and support the chapter,” O'Leary added.

ALRSD also raises funds through its Thrift Shop at 1542 Encinitas Boulevard, with proceeds returned to the community through philanthropic programs that serve children and adults.

RUSSELL BOWMAN of Bowman Plant & Tree Care Specialists is lovingly referred to as San Diego’s “tree doctor extraordinaire.” Courtesy photo

Green Thumb team can help your garden grow

Under the Bergquist family, Green Thumb Nursery has provided gardening needs to Southern California residents for 60 years.

A refuge for growth, beauty and friendship.

No matter how technologically advanced society becomes, there will always be a connection to nature, and Green Thumb Nursery is that slice of Eden.

“Let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them; let all the trees of the forest sing for joy.”

From humble Nebraska beginnings, Dale Bergquist followed his passion of plants and nature all the way to California in the 1940s, where he continued to develop the Green Thumb Nursery.

Bergquist, co-founder of Green Thumb Nursery, was a highly respected, caring civic leader in the community, who passed away at 91 in 2010.

He left his legacy to family, who will carry on his honest, hard work and family business.

“My life has been a great ride,” said Bergquist.

With another location in San Marcos, the Bergquist family locally owns and operates a total of five retail locations, including Ventura, Lake Forest, Newhall and Canoga Park along with the Growing Grounds.

Green Thumb Nursery continues to be a family-owned business under the leadership of Bud, Steve and Nancy Bergquist. Dale’s daughter Nancy manages the wholesale nursery Growing Grounds.

With an abundant instore and home delivery catalog, which includes tropical house plants, aquatic plants, cacti, rare houseplants, pet friendly houseplants to new arrivals:

Green Thumb Nursery has it all.

They also offer waterwise plants, organically grown vegetables, herbs and more to help customers help the environment

“Our five-acre nursery is the best place to spend time. There’s always something in bloom and something always special to look at. Whether that’s our small flowers or a beautiful specimen plant,” Green Thumb Nursery plant expert and buyer Ashley Cole said.

Green Thumb Nursery is not only a nursery, but also a helpful resource for plant knowledge, with a complete plant library, a learning center focusing on outdoor plants, edible plants and specialty plants

and landscape design assistance, classes and events always available.

“At Green Thumb Nursery we are always ex-

cited to talk about plants. We are always happy to help, and everyone is always welcome,” Cole said. The plant library con-

tains a wealth of information about many of the plants that we carry each year. It can be used to look up growing and care infor-

mation on specific plants as well.

However, the plant library is intended for informational purposes, and does not reflect our current inventory. Please contact the store(s) directly for current availability, or visit our online store to see what is currently available.

The plant library and garden blog can be accessed at www.greenthumb.com, then go to “Resources” below “Gardening Info.”

Green Thumb continues its tradition of “friendly customer service with a smile” trademark and maintains one of the best reputations for a quality garden center in Southern California.

Looking to further your plant interests? Sign up for the Green Thumb Nursery newsletter via email or text and start receiving free weekly coupons; gardening blogs; recipes; gardening classes

via our YouTube channel; weekly deals and more. Newsletter email and text registration can be found at www.greenthumb. com/green-thumb-nursery-newsletter-signup.

Green Thumb Nursery promises to provide the best quality plants by the friendliest garden experts in the industry, and to spread our environmentally conscious knowledge to our favorite people — you.

“The environment is a priority, and we will continue to provide products that are safe and responsible. It is our commitment to strive towards becoming 100% green, and we will maintain our commitment to sustaining the environment by only selecting products that meet our rigid eco-friendly criteria, the nursery said. Online orders, in-store purchases, inquiries, current inventory and new arrivals can be found at www.greenthumb.com.

FAMILY-OWNED Green Thumb Nursery in San Marcos has a reputation as one of the top garden centers in Southern California. “We are always excited to talk about plants,” says Green Thumb plant buyer Ashley Cole. Courtesy photos

Celebrating 30+ years of beautiful landscapes

For over 30 years Greenway Landscape Design & Build has been designing, installing and maintaining beautiful landscapes for their San Diego North County clients which include beautiful healthy lawns, realistic artificial turf, amazing paver and hardscape patios and driveways.

But most important, they are your expert guide! They will guide you through the confusing and frustrating maze of details you may encounter in your landscape/outdoor living project.

They are your one stop for results and solutions. Greenway offers a variety of service including complete landscape design from hand drawn to computer CAD to their 3D virtual video conceptual designs in color so you can truly visualize your landscape outdoor living project and really love it before the first shovel hits the ground.

They are experts in outdoor lighting, landscape makeovers, new sod lawns, new plants, irrigation repair and upgrades, aeration and annual fertilization plans (AFP) for lawn and landscapers, and over 30 years of experience to provide you with results and solutions.

Scott Lawn and Alex Lawn, the owners of Greenway, state, “Alex and I love what we do. We get to design and install beautiful landscapes and we get to do it as a father and son team. It doesn’t get any better than that.”

They are passionate about landscapes because your landscape is a large part of your life. It is the welcome mat to your home, the first impression to visitors and where your kids play. Greenway has the experience and know-how for any size landscape project.

The team at Greenway, from our technicians to the in-office staff, believes that customers should get the most out of their lawns and landscapes. Greenway believes in educating its clients about irrigation, lawn and

landscapes, and offers personal consultations.

Our expert will come out to your home and walk the property with you, answer your questions, identify issues and help you achieve a beautiful landscape.

They can guide you to reducing water use with an explanation of a state-ofthe-art irrigation system, efficient stream rotor heads,

drip irrigations and smart control clocks, or diagnosing and providing the right landscape solution for any issue.

This costs $100 and covers up to one hour of their consultants time.

A vitally important part of maintaining a beautiful landscape is fertilizing your plants, lawns, landscape, trees, bushes, flowers, etc.

All need food: they feed your landscape with their Annual Fertilization Plan (AFP) 4 visits per year. Properly fertilized plants use less water, fight pests and diseases better and look awesome.

Greenway, Scott and Alex Lawn, are respected throughout the North County Community. They have demonstrated a deep community commitment by

Greenway was also rated number one by multiple organizations, including the Union Tribune “Best Landscape Service” six years in a row and by the California Legislature as Small Business of the Year, and honored by the California Landscape Contractor

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but they might be hit by a cold snap and simply fall off. At this point, since the process has been rushed, they will not re-gain their growth cycle.

Herb garden

Since most herbs do not require a tremendous amount of sun and will not produce flowers or fruit, they can be placed in your partial shade area.

Use window boxes or wooden containers described above for vegetables and fill them with potting mix. Dampen soil before planting and choose your favorite herbs and spices.

The key would be to find three or four that grow at the same rate and spread in width and height. You can also choose herbs that suit your cooking style, such as:

Mediterranean Herbs: If you cook in the style of Mediterranean cooking, you will want to pair dishes with Herbs de Provence, such as rosemary, thyme, and lavender.

Italian Herb Box: Do you make homemade pizza, pasta and tomato sauce? If so, fill your box with a selection of basil, oregano and rosemary. Look for a small bay leaf plant, which will last for years if maintained properly.

Tea Time: To augment your tea collection, look for

lemon balm, lavender and peppermint.

Flowers

When making your own container flower garden, remember that all flowers have their own habits! Just like humans, they can be finicky, some will grow tall, others stay short, and many spread their wings until you

clip them back! Start with the longest window box you can find, which could be plastic, terra cotta or a wooden container.

Be certain each container has proper drainage. This formula also works for deep terra cotta or ceramic containers.

Listen to experts

The first job I had in the horticulture business was at a small but thriving family-owned nursery in Cooperstown, New York. I learned quickly how to produce the perfect window box filled with annuals.

According to owner Mary Leonard, “Start in

the middle, with your tallest plant. Moving outward, place two medium-sized flowers on either side, leaving room for the trailing or mounding plant such as alyssum, trailing geranium, or Mandeville, which will fill in the end of the box.”

In a paint-by-number sequence, you follow a nofail plan that works with annuals or herbs.

Window boxes

Tall plants – Spikes, Thunbergia, Cup and Saucer; Medium – Osteopernum (Daisy), Bacopa, Pansy, Begonia; Long and trailing – Allysum, Ivy, Trailing Geranium, Million Bells Petunia

Any of these plants can be trained to grow upward with bamboo stakes for a taller look.

Many gardeners choose to decorate their small spaces by themselves, but let’s face it, sometimes the nurseries do a better job.

On a recent visit to Anderson’s La Costa Nursery, we saw a wide selection of hanging baskets with an ever-changing assortment of annuals.

Our guide, Grace Neal, showed us various baskets with colorful pansies, thunbergia, bacopa and scaveola. Visit their garden center, which is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., located at 400 La Costa Ave, Encinitas; (760)753-3153.

Jano Nightingale is a Master Gardener and horticulturist and teaches at the Carlsbad Senior Center. Contact her at janosgarden@gmail.com.

GRACE NEAL, garden designer and plant enthusiast at Anderson’s La Costa Nursery in Encinitas, tends to a hanging basket of African daisies, violas and pansies. Photo by Jordan P. Ingram

CULINARY HERB gardens are small and easy to maintain, providing a delicious kick to meals. Photo by Jordan P. Ingram

LIGHT PURPLE African daisies, left, mulitcolored violas and pansies, center and right, explode with color from hanging baskets at Anderson’s La Costa Nursery in Encinitas. These spring flowers in hanging baskets instantly brighten a porch or patio and take up very little space. Photos by Jordan P. Ingram

TALAVERA POTTERY is a tin-glazed earthenware produced in Mexican cities of Puebla, Atlixco, Cholula and Tecali using a technique dating back to the 16th century in Talavera de la Reina, Spain. These handmade planters, pots and decorative pieces at Anderson’s La Costa Nursery in Encinitas serve as colorful bases for plants or art pieces in and outside the garden.

Photos by Jordan P. Ingram

Carlsbad’s new pop-up art event

By Erik P. Gabaldon

CARLSBAD — Ten local and regional artists were chosen by the Carlsbad Village Association to display creative works for a new pop-up art event.

The event, Spring Kaleidoscope, was designed to celebrate springtime in Carlsbad, with artists and businesses teaming up to showcase spring-themed pop-up art throughout the Village until April 21.

“Spring is considered an awakening or rebirth. Many fun things happen during the spring season. Springtime flowers begin to bloom, days start to get longer, the temperatures start to rise,” the association said.

Kaleidoscope will include a wide selection of pieces from fields of poppies, colorful window installations, spring-themed imagery to three- dimensional outdoor works.

The following is a list of the 10 artists and where their work can be seen on display:

Anna Pearson, San Diego-based mural artist, The Goods at 2965 State Street and Village Florist Co. at 2815 Roosevelt Street.

“Art helped me to adjust in a new country, find new friends and speak with the language anyone can understand - the language of beauty and nature,” Pearson said.

Carly Jo Reeves, Carlsbad-based designer and illustrator, Ooh La La at 2972 State Street and Blues and Shoes at 457 Carlsbad Village Drive.

Reeves says she helps brands stand out through colorful branding, fun illustrations and clean design. Her work aims to express the values of beauty, spirit and fun.

Dawn Edwards, San Diego-based contemporary artist, Dea Hurston New Village Arts Center at 2787 State Street.

Edwards says her work was influenced by mid-century modern design, and her love of the two-dimensional design found in the cartoons and comic strips from her youth.

Eden Stambaugh, SoCal-based multi-disciplinary artist, Carlsbad Village Association at 2695 State Street and Moradi

Library hosts NYC jazz group

Ben Rosenblum performs with The Nebula Project

By Erik P. Gabaldon

ENCINITAS — Pianist Ben Rosenblum and his band, The Nebula Project, will perform an intimate concert at the Encinitas Library on April 7.

The concert will take place from 2-3 p.m. at 540 Cornish Drive.

MD Medspa at 300 Carlsbad Village Drive.

Stambaugh is awaiting college decisions, while making the most of her senior year in high school.

Ira Cosmos, Ukrainian-born regional artist, Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort at 3075 Carlsbad Boulevard and GelatoLove at 300 Carlsbad Village Drive.

“Every day I create and learn something new. Like our universe, art, imagination and creativity have no limits,” Cosmos said.

JoJo Wang, regional lettering artist and illustrator, Carlsbad Village Music at 505 Carlsbad Village Drive.

Wang says she creates lettering art and illustrations to make the world a more beautiful place.

Molly Alexander, regional landscape and abstract artist, Jayden Presleigh Salon and Spa at 2946 State Street.

Alexander says she is happiest immersed in nature, and is always inspired by landscapes, tropical paradises and anywhere that is beyond imagination.

Nancy Wilder, regional designer, Dancin Soul Boutique at 540 Carlsbad Village Drive.

Wilder says designing clothing and making has always been on her radar. Wilder's first attempt was making kimonos and dresses for her dolls at five.

Orysya Barua, Ukrainian-born San Diego-based artist, Bella Glo Medical Aesthetics & Wellness at 2808 Roosevelt Street.

Barua says she enjoys realism as well as decorative work. She has developed her own style over the past few years.

Rebecca Payne, regional landscape painter, Handel's Ice Cream at 2825 State Street and Carlsbad Bakery at 2805 Roosevelt Street.

Payne says she is happiest when she is making something. She works in a variety of mediums, including acrylic on wood, ballpoint pen, watercolors, relief printmaking and ceramics.

Spring Kaleidoscope is managed by the Carlsbad Village Association, and is supported by the city of Carlsbad’s Cultural Arts.

The Nebula Project will be touring the West Coast through April, while promoting their newest album, ‘A Thousand Pebbles,’ which Rosenblum describes as a reflection of various childhood experiences.

The band draws inspiration from jazz and popular music, with influences from South America, Eastern Europe, Ireland, the Caribbean and New York City.

“It is always a priority for me to bring jazz music to communities that do not have many opportunities to interact with the genre otherwise, and also for me to go to places where I’m exposed to cultures and musics that shape me,” Rosenblum said.

Rosenblum said one of his favorite albums growing up was Les Mysteres des Voix Bulgares, a collection of Bulgarian folk and polyphonic choir music.

SDGE customers get credit

By City News Service

REGION — San Diego Gas & Electric officials said Monday that residential customers will see a $78.22 credit on their energy bill in April, courtesy of a state program.

Customers who use natural gas will also receive a $58.98 credit on their statement, SDGE said in a news release. The company added that billing cycles vary for customers, “so not everyone will see the bill credit at the same time in April.’’

In October, SDGE will apply a second credit to the bills of customers with electric service.

“The three credit installments total over $200 in bill credits in 2024,’’ officials said.

The energy bill break is being provided via the California Climate Credit program, administered by the state Public Utilities Commission “as part of the state’s effort to fight climate change,’’ SDGE said.

All customers will automatically receive the climate credit in their upcoming billing cycles, SDGE added.

Residents needing financial help to pay their SDGE bill may find resources at www.sdge.com/residential/pay-bill/get-payment-bill-assistance.

He has gone on to record renditions of music from those albums, and the song ‘Bulgares’ on the newest album, is a composition dedicated to that group, he said.

Since their first album-release in 2020, ‘Kites and Strings,’ The

Nebula Project was voted runner-up for Best New Artist in JazzTimes’ 2020 Readers’ Poll.

The album received positive reviews from over twenty publications, including All About Jazz, NYC Jazz Record, JazzTimes and JazzLife (Ja-

pan).

The group was also featured in an article in Downbeat Magazine’s May 2023 issue. ‘’This unique sextet project features prominent global music influences, as well as the incorporation of the accordion into the jazz format,” the magazine said.

The Nebula Project is Rosenblum’s take on the classic, hard-bop jazz format pioneered by artists such as Art Blakey, Oliver Nelson and Clifford Brown and Max Roach.

“It’s a dream to collaborate across genres with people from all over the world. It would be amazing for the Nebula Project to work with an Irish uilleann pipe player, a ska singer, a Malian kora player or a Bulgarian gadulka expert,” Rosenblum continued.

He combines modern, melodic sensibility with a broad knowledge of a variety of musical lineages from the past one hundred years.

‘’The possibilities are endless, and I feel that I am just at the beginning of a long musical journey,” Rosenblum added.

The Nebula Project’s new album ‘A Thousand Pebbles’ can be heard at www.youtube.com/ watch?v=_.

Ben Rosenblum can be reached at benrosenblummusic@gmail.com or www.benrosenblummusic. com.

PIANIST AND accordionist Ben Rosenblum will perform tih his jazz ensembel, The Nebula Project, on April at the Encinitas Public Library. Courtesy photo/Rosenblum

CARLY JO REEVES and other artists, will have artwork on display at locations in Carlsbad Village as part of Spring Kaleidoscope. Courtesy photo/City of Carlsbad

Chamber names award finalists

By Erik P. Gabaldon

CARLSBAD — The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce will honor local professionals, movers and shakers at the 2024 Carlsbad Business Achievement and Distinction Awards.

The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, at the Westin Carlsbad Resort and Spa.

The 2024 CBAD Award finalists are:

Business of the Year: Apex 365, Aptera Motors, Arbor Scientia, GoBe Rewarded, Guide My Finances and Sully Entertainment Group; Community Impact: Bio-One Oceanside, Coast News, Dogs on the Run, Handel's Ice Cream, Hera Hub and Marcy Browe Photography; New Business of the Year: Machine Print Shop, Opelon LLP, Parker & Hart and Wine Birds; Nonprofit of the Year: Beacons Inc., ECOLIFE, Kids for Peace, NC African American Women, +Box and STEM Aviation; Business Professional of the Year: Carl Pinkard (Aldrich Wealth), Ginger Rabe (Ginger Rabe Designs), Adam Jacobs (Jacobs Scheriff Group) and Crystal Privett (Mindset Service); Best Place to Work (small company): Easy Life

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childcare needs and school emergencies was the district’s motivating factor behind their decision to remove her. She was awarded a total of $186,711 in lost earnings.

Busalacchi-Ryder was not able to provide a statement to The Coast News prior to publication.

Busalacchi-Ryder stated in her lawsuit that she frequently had to leave the Carmel Creek campus in early 2021 to pick up her daughter from Solana Pacific Elementary, another school in the district, due to her daughter’s extreme anxiety for which she had an individualized learning plan (IEP).

Busalacchi-Ryder said she always designated an administrator to charge the Carmel Creek campus and was available via phone when she had to leave. Her absences were regularly under an hour and taken during her break, and if she was away for a longer period of time, she said she informed then-Superintendent Jodee Brentlinger and submitted leave requests.

Brentlinger, who retired from the district in January, never indicated there was any issue with her absences, according to the lawsuit, nor did Brentlinger or other district staff inform her that she was eligible for

Management, Visit Carlsbad, Dynamic Space, Intelligence Driven Advisors and Endeavor Bank; Best Place to Work (large company): Park Hyatt Aviara and Legoland California Resort; Young Professional of the Year: Samantha Richter (Agua Hedionda), Tiffany Tran (Bluefire Mortgage), Megan Draper (Furniture Reuse Solutions), Oliva Rutman (Kids Care Finder), Makyla Vigil (Koza Law Group) and Chris Nunley (Stifel); Administrator of the Year: Jorge Espinoza (Carlsbad Village Academy) and Nicole Johnston (Aviara Oaks), and

family care leave.

During this time, Busalacchi-Ryder was experiencing ongoing issues with implementing her daughter’s IEP, and in March 2021, she requested routine documents related to this plan.

The next month, Busalacchi-Ryder was told she was being investigated for misusing her position as principal to access her daughter’s educational records, concerns about her judgment, and improper absence reporting.

Later, she and her husband decided to withdraw their daughter from the district and send her to another school in March 2021.

“Because of the District’s investigation, the timing of the investigation, Ryder’s participation in the IEP process, and the District's orders to remain si-

lent, Ryder and her husband feared the District would retaliate against them or [their daughter],” the lawsuit stated.

Days later, Brentlinger recommended that Busalacchi-Ryder be removed as principal for reasons including “persistent failure to follow procedures for permission and reporting of absences.” She was reassigned to administrative work in the district office and informed she would receive a pay cut, before resigning in August.

At the time, the district’s decision to remove Busalacchi-Ryder as principal shocked Carmel Creek parents and staff, who said she excelled at her job and was beloved by the school community. Very little information was given then, and a petition for an investigation into her removal received hundreds of signatures.

Carmel Creek parents who attended the trial in support of the former principal said they were glad to see justice served in this

Elementary School Teacher of the Year: Aaron Nelson (Magnolia Elementary), Jo Ellen Restivo (Buena Vista Elementary), Linsay Stough (Calavera Hills Elementary) and Kristen Goyette (Flora Vista Elementary); and High School Teacher of the Year: Andie Tanner (Carlsbad High School), Val Park (Sage Creek High School), Kevin Moss (Army & Navy Academy), Krista Tokarz (Pacific Ridge) and James Teague (La Costa Canyon High School).

More information and ticket reservations can be found at bit.ly/2024cbadregister.

case and to finally get answers about what happened.

“As a parent and as a staff member, as a community member, we were all just shocked and saddened. We didn't understand it; the community loved Mrs Ryder; they respected her,” said Pearl Hibsman, who served as Busalacchi-Ryder’s office assistant in 2021. “To finally have her vindicated, it’s a relief. We’re all really happy for her.”

At the Solana Beach School District’s March 14 board meeting, Hibsman and several other community members supported the former principal and said the district should have handled things differently.

“This horrible situation is over, but it has left the entire district scarred and sad,” said Carmel Creek speech pathologist Susan Johnson. “How will you rebuild trust and communication with the Solana Beach community?”

Brentlinger no longer works in Solana Beach School District, having retired from her superintendent position in January.

The Solana Beach School District declined to comment on the verdict. District Board of Trustees President Debra Schade sent a written statement to The Coast News.

“While this situation has been unfortunate for all involved, the Board of Education continues to support the decision to reassign the employee. Our actions were and will continue to be guided by our unwavering commitment to always prioritize service to students,” Schade said.

City seeks name ideas for new park

By Laura Place SAN MARCOS —

A new community park planned for the San Marcos Restaurant Row development needs a name, and city officials want residents to chime in with their recommendations.

The new 1.5-acre park is a central feature of the mixed-use project at the historical Restaurant Row site, providing outdoor recreation opportunities alongside 202 housing units and 10,000 square feet of commercial space.

Park designs currently include an “all-wheel flow course” for skateboards, rollerblades, scooters and bikes, four pickleball courts, a playground, a lawn, a stage for public events, a picnic area, and public restrooms.

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as a campus supervisor, an administrative position responsible for maintaining a safe and orderly campus environment, according to Superintendent Anne Staffieri.

“Please know that our primary concern is the safety of all students. We are taking this information seriously and cooperating with law enforcement in every way possible,” Staffieri said. “As this matter is part of an ongoing investigation, we are extremely limited in terms of the information that we can share about the former employee and the allegations.”

Galeana is the third San Diego area youth educator or school administrator arrested for alleged sex-related crimes against children in the past week.

A Mount Carmel High School teacher, Sta-

er Lennar Homes, the city approved the project in December, and construction is anticipated to begin in early summer.

In the meantime, the Parks and Recreation Department is accepting park name suggestions through April 16 at bit.ly/3TrxWX8.

Respondents can suggest a name for the park or a specific park component.

They must specify whether the name honors an individual, organization, neighborhood, geographic location, or piece of municipal heritage.

Respondents will also be asked to share their names, addresses and contact information.

More information about the Restaurant Row project is available online at smrestaurantrow.com.

cy Michelle Walker, 40, was arrested on March 21 for allegedly carrying on a yearslong sexual relationship with a girl who attended the Rancho Penasquitos campus. Walker was booked into Las Colinas women’s jail in Santee on suspicion of 17 felony counts, including luring a minor for sexual purposes, sodomy, oral copulation of a minor, and sexual penetration of a minor with a foreign object.

On March 20, 41-yearold Charles Thomas Boyd De Freitas, an associate principal at Hoover High School in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego, was jailed on suspicion of possessing and distributing child pornography, police said.

Galeana is being held on $1 million bail at the George Bailey Detention Facility. He will be arraigned in Vista Superior Court on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. His charges include two felony counts of lewd and lascivious acts with a child under the age of 14 and one felony count of employing someone 14 or older to sell cannabis. The school district encouraged anyone with additional information to contact the San Diego Sheriff’s Department Child Abuse Unit at 858-2856222.

The Coast News has contacted the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department for additional information.

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Aremote highway intersection. An unremarkable motel room. A nondescript house in small-town Idaho. An anonymous garage. A single subway grate.

All of these would have remained forever insignificant except for what happened there.

It was to this last location that an 11-year-old Chris Epting dragged his parents.

He wanted to see the exact spot — a Manhattan subway grate at 52nd and Lexington — where one of the most famous photos ever was taken: the 1954 image of Marilyn Monroe in a white halter dress fighting to hold down her skirt against a blast of air.

“The photo was a promotion for the film ‘The Seven Year Itch’ (and) it deeply affected me,” said the veteran author and pop-culture aficionado during a phone call from his home in the Belmont Shore neighborhood of Long Beach. “I felt like I knew a secret. It opened my head up. I liked the idea that something really notable happened in a fairly anonymous place.

“I thought, ‘There must be lots of these places that no one knows about.’ This started me on my quest of location, location, location.”

Epting has channeled his longtime passion for pop culture and history into his latest of his 30 books: “It Happened Right Here: America’s Pop Culture Landmarks,” published by Santa Monica Press in Solana Beach.

Included in this 460page, easy-read encyclopedia are hundreds of buildings, streets, alleys, churches, homes, parks, beaches, theaters and businesses that might have remained under the radar except for the icons who were born, died, arrested, created havoc, broke the law or changed the world there.

“(The entries) aren’t

based on just my taste,” Epting said. “It’s some of that, but it’s also things that effect general popular culture. The first thing

I think of (when I hear of a newsworthy event) is, ‘Is there an address associated with it? If I wanted to drive there, what address

would I punch in?’”

It’s no surprise that California leads the pack when it comes to entries, Epting said.

“Just look at the elec toral map. This is where the population is concen trated and where the (film and television) industries are, so there’s a constant slurry of celebrity.”

The landmarks are lo cated on both public and private property, and when it’s the latter?

“For the most part, I’ve had gracious hosts that are accommodating,” Ept ing said. “I think they feel that If you’re going to write about it anyway, you might as well get it accurate.”

County gas prices rise

of self-serve regular gasoline in San Diego County rose Wednesday for the 14th time in 15 days, increasing 1.7 cents to $5.047, its highest amount since Nov. 23.

The average price has risen 13.6 cents over the past 15 days, including 1.1 cents Tuesday, according to figures from the AAA and Oil Price Information Service.

It rose five consecutive days, was unchanged March 18 and resumed increasing

March 19.

The average price is 7.5 cents more than one week ago, 23.7 cents higher than one month ago and 18.6 cents greater than one year ago. It has dropped $1.388 since rising to a record $6.435 on Oct. 5, 2022.

The national average price rose two-tenths of a cent to $3.535 after changing one-tenth of a cent each of the previous days — dropping one-tenth of a cent Sunday, rising onetenth of a cent Monday and dropping one-tenth of a cent Tuesday.

that unfolded after Parsons' death, as well as other big names connected to the inn.)

If you aren’t among the demographic who recognizes Parsons, there are plenty of other people, places and events that will appeal to all ages, including figures from American history, inventors; films; athletes and sporting events; strange and weird occurrences; birthplaces of fast foods; and locations of tragedies, both historic and modern.

Some entries offer a back story to major events. For instance, in the 1970s, terrorist-mastermind Osama bin Laden lived at Gramercy Towers, 1177 California Street (Nob Hill), San Francisco.

Other entries are downright astounding. Who knew that an atomic bomb was inadvertently dropped on Mars Bluff, S.C., in 1958?

For instance, hotel/ motel owners have found that it increases the value of a room, regardless of what happened there, “because you’re paying for the history. It’s better to own the history and allow that place to tell the story. It pulls people in.”

Take, for example, Room 8 at the Joshua Tree Inn near Joshua Tree National Park. Here, rock ‘n’

Some people and places have earned multiple pages because of their mammoth mark on our collective psyche: Elvis; Martin Luther King Jr.; Marilyn Monroe; and “Little Towns Made Notable by Big Television Shows.” Some of my faves: Lima, Ohio (“Glee”); Snoqualmie, Washington (“Twin Peaks”); Roslyn, Washington (“Northern Exposure”); and metro Atlanta, Ga. (“Ozark”).

“I hope the book encourages people to be curious about this country

THIS FAMOUS 1954 photo of Marilyn Monroe was taken at the subway grate at 52nd and Lexington in

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Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person les an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: May 14, 2024; Time: 10:15 AM; in Dept.: 504. Court address: 1100 Union St., San Diego CA 92101, Central Courthouse. https://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ sdcourt/probate2/probatevh Court appearances may be made either in person or virtually, unless otherwise ordered by the Court. Virtual appearances must be made using the department’s Microsoft Teams (“MS Teams”) video link; or by calling the department’s MS Teams conference phone number and using the assigned conference ID number. The MS Teams video conference links and phone numbers can be found at www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ ProbateHearings. Plan to check in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled hearing time.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or le written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must le your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of rst issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as de ned in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may a ect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the le kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may le with the court

a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the ling of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Kimberley V. Deede Chhokar Law Group PC 6275 Lusk Blvd. San Diego CA 92121

Telephone: 858.384.5757

03/15, 03/22, 03/29/2024

CN 28653

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF DONNA L. MCCLAIN

Case# 37-2023-00054722PR-PW-CTL

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Donna L. McClain

A Petition for Probate has been led by Jane Cinciarelli in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego – Central Division. The Petition for Probate requests that Jane Cinciarelli be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the le kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person les an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: May 21, 2024; Time: 10:30 AM; in Dept.: 504; Court address: 1100 Union St., San Diego CA 92101, Central Courthouse. https://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ sdcourt/probate2/probatevh

*Court appearances may be made either in person or virtually, unless otherwise ordered by the Court. Virtual appearances must be made using the department’s Microsoft Teams (“MS Teams”) video link; or by calling the department’s MS Teams conference phone number and using the assigned conference ID number. The MS Teams video conference links and phone numbers can be found at www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ ProbateHearings Plan to check in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled hearing time.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or le

written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must le your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of rst issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as de ned in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may a ect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the le kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may le with the court

a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the ling of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Gregory S. Duncan, Esq. 1015 Chestnut Ave., Ste H3 Carlsbad CA 92008

Telephone: 760.729.2774 03/15, 03/22, 03/29/2024 CN 28648

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSECHANGE OF NAME

CASE# 37-202400009322-CU-PT-NC

TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Robert Nello Girandola led a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows:

a. Present name: Roberto Girandola change to proposed name: Robert Nello Girandola THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this Court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for a change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must le a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely led, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: On April 19, 2024 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. 25 of the Superior Court of California, 325 S Melrose Dr., Vista CA 92081, North County Division. (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To nd your court’s website, go to www. courts.ca.gov/find-my-court. htm.)

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE ABOVE

DATE; ATTACHMENT TO ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME (JC FORM #NC-120)

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents led as of the date speci ed on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120). If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date speci ed, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date speci ed), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form

#NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner. To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certi cate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identi cation, a certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree

Changing Name and Order

Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certi cate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issues the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certi ed copy is required.

A certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth’ Certi cate (JC Form #NC230) may be obtained from the Civil Business O ce for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for information on obtaining certi ed copies. If all the requirements have not been met as of the date speci ed, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is led the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION

AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the speci ed date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be led with the court.

IT IS SO ORDERED.

Filed Date: 02/29/2024 Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court. 03/08, 03/15, 03/22, 03/29/2024 CN 28618

IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR PAYNE COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF WYATT LEE CHILDRESS, a Minor Child.

Case No.: FA-2024-6 NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING AND TO SET DATE TO HEAR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS

THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO AUTUMN DANIELLE CHILDRESS (EVANS), Biological Mother and ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS AND THE ADOPTION OF WYATT LEE CHILDRESS, born on April 16, 2017, minor child.

NOW, on this 21 day of February 2024, biological father Ryan Childress, having led herein his Application for Termination of Parental Rights of the Biological Mother, AUTUMN DANIELLE CHILDRESS (EVANS), with a last known address of residence at 3630 Vista Campana S, Unit 37, Oceanside, California 92057, for the reason of biological mother’s failure to contact biological father or minor child during the past three (3) years, and failure to provide nancial support for the minor children for the past three (3) years, and the Step Mother desires to adopt; PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that failure to appear at the

hearing named herein shall constitute denial of interest in the minor children, which denial may result, without further notice of this proceeding or any subsequent proceeding, in the granting of this Application for Termination and subsequent adoption of the minor child named herein and permanent relinquishment and termination of the putative mother’s parental rights and in the minor child’s adoption.

IT IS THEREFORE, ORDERED, ADJUDGED AND DECREED BY THE COURT that the Application for Termination of Parental Rights is hereby set for hearing on the 16th day of April, 2024, at 9:00 o’clock a.m., in the District Court of Payne County, Payne County Courthouse, 606 South Husband, Room 202, Stillwater, Payne County, Oklahoma 74074.

IT IS FURTHER, ORDERED, ADJUDGED AND DECREED BY THE COURT that notice be given as required by law.

Diane Vaughan HONORABLE JUDGE OF THE DISTRICT COURT FILED Feb. 22, 2024

Lori Allen, Court Clerk James V. Murray, OBA No. 11448

Joshua D. Cooper, OBA No. 35453 MURRAY LAW FIRM P.O. Box 2224 311 South Duck Street Stillwater, Oklahoma 740762224 (405) 377-7000 Telephone (405) 377-7009 Facsimile Attorney for Petitioner 03/01, 03/08, 03/15, 03/22, 03/29/2024 CN 28598

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2024-9004642 Filed: Mar 01, 2024 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Flores Janitorial Services. Located at: 233 Evergreen Pkwy, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Martha Patricia Flores, 233 Evergreen Pkwy, Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above

03/29, 04/05/2024 CN 28668

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2024-9003907 Filed: Feb 21, 2024 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Rancho Santa Fe Security Systems Inc., B. Rancho Santa Fe Security Services; C. Rancho Security; D. Rancho Santa Fe Alarm; E. RSFSS; F. Santa Fe Security; G. Rancho Santa Fe Security; H. RSF Alarm; I. RSF Security; J. Rancho Santa Fe Alarm Systems; K. Park Plaza Executive Suites. Located at: 1991 Village Park Way #100, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Rancho Santa Fe Security Systems Inc., 1991 Village Park Way #100, Encinitas CA 92024

This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/06/1982 S/Denise Mueller, 03/15, 03/22, 03/29, 04/05/2024

Eat&Drink

Orfila sets San Diego standard

By Erik P. Gabaldon ESCONDIDO —

Waves of green hills flow to painted backdrops into the horizon through San Pasqual Valley, breaking into crevices of fertile pasture, reefed by grape-bearing vine, soaked in sweet California sunshine.

Orfila Vineyards & Winery in Escondido captures the quintessence of a still-life magnum opus, while holding a mirror up to the epitome of managerial excellence and custom service. This standard of quality has led to a cemented direct-to-customer base as major players in the industry.

San Pasqual Winery first planted a vineyard on the property that is known as Orfila Vineyards nearly 50 years ago, until Thomas Jaeger Winery took over the property and operations in 1987. Over five years later, former Argentine diplomat and wine enthusiast Alejandro Orfila bought the winery in November 1993.

Orfila Vineyards & Winery is located in the San Pasqual Valley agricultural preserve, and leases around 70 acres of land from the city of San Diego. Planted fruit crops currently take up at least 32 acres, with 20 acres available to sow.

A decent harvest can produce 75 to 90 tons of fruit. When a harvest comes up shy, Orfila may supplement its bounty for production with high end fruit purchased primarily from the Central Coast of California.

“The vineyard is so delicate and hearty at the same time. While the crop is susceptible to so many diseases, pests and climate conditions, yet most of the

vineyard here has produced for decades,” according to the winery.

White wine varietals planted at Orfila consist of viognier, marsanne and roussanne. Red wine varietals planted consist of cabernet sauvignon, merlot, montepulciano, petite sirah, sangiovese and syrah.

include: 2020 Bordeaux, 2018 Pinot Noir, 2021 Brut Rose and 2020 Syrah.

Mike Weber, general manager at Orfila in Escondido, believes wine is not only a symbol of hierarchical status or wealth, but a component to ambiance, romance and embracing the moment.

A moment when time is frozen, still for that one second, when the fruit hits your lips, sweeping you into a daze. Then, the moment thaws after gazing into the eyes of your love or dear friend.

“The things that I notice when drinking wine are the different fruit flavors, the mouth-feel of the wine and the complexities of that varietal,” said Weber.

March Gladness

The month of March has been fantastic for I Like Beer. I made new friends on the Central Coast, tasted great beers, enjoyed the annual ShamROCK festival in San Diego, and finished the month at the 4th annual San Diego Beer News Awards.

In early March, I found myself in San Luis Obispo, visiting new breweries. Of course, each of those opportunities brought me some new stories to share.

Sitting down with Dylan Roddick, owner and head brewer of Oak & Otter Brewing in San Luis Obispo, taught me more about this favorite lunch stop. The beers Roddick is brewing in his nanobrewery are fantastic.

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old kid.”

Right around the corner, I found Humdinger Brewing’s newest location in San Luis Obispo. Co-owner Justin Amy was working the bar and was a happy, welcoming host.

I enjoyed a Peanut Butter Falcon, an English-style brown ale with peanut butter.

Amy described the beer to me as follows: “I wanted to have the malts take a back seat to the flavors we introduced, the peanuts and a banana extract. We brewed it to have the flavors come through without all the roasty notes you get in a stout.”

After a good harvest, the vineyard can produce 14 to 18 different wines onsite, with a production from 11,000 to 14,000 cases of wine annually.

Some of Orfila’s best-selling wines of 2023

Wine is not only for the buds of a seasoned palate, but also for the neophyte and everyday person wanting to test the tannins of the ancient art of fermented grape.

“Our guests rave to me about the vineyard view from our tasting area. They find it so beautiful and peaceful that they don’t want to go home,” Weber added.

Orfila is not strictly a vineyard, but a very successful winery with two locations in San Diego County, in Escondido and Oceanside.

For tasting room information and events, visit orfila.com.

Just as impressive is the variety of beers he’s managing to keep on tap working out of the small, one-man show setup.

While there, I enjoyed an English-style brown ale, a Belgian Wit, a traditional Kolsch, and a black IPA. But the beers are only half the story.

Roddick, who worked at a local bar while attending Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, enjoyed the people part of the industry and, coupled with his homebrewing background, decided a brewpub was the way to go.

To meet his goal of having a brewpub, he decided to add a menu.

His food offerings match the excellence of his beer selection. Try the nachos, but don’t leave without a sandwich and salad.

There’s always a story behind a beer's or brewery’s name.

“We were going through all kinds of names. We wanted a nature theme,” shares Roddick. “We talked about Oak. We were discussing ‘Lazy Otter’ when my wife’s boss’ five-year-old said, ‘Oak and Otter’. We thought, ‘That’s it’. So, we got named by a five-year-

And, Amy had a story behind the Humdinger Brewing name as well.

“When we were opening up our AG location, we were searching for names. We came up with one we really liked, Bolt Thrower. My partner Lee said, ‘I think that’s a humdinger of a name!’ We stopped, looked at each other, and said: ‘There it is’ and we became Humdinger.”

Humdinger is an event location set up with a stage for music and plenty of room for a good time.

I also tried Humdinger’s Bubble Buds Hop Water, a zero-percent alcohol and zero-calorie seltzer water.

On the nose, it smelled like a hop-forward pale ale, but it was crystal clear with no head. I sipped it indignantly but quickly changed my attitude. It’s now my favorite way to stay hydrated.

In mid-March, back in San Diego, I headed to the 28th annual ShamROCK festival in the Gaslamp District.

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SHAMROCK FESTIVAL kicked off March 16 in San Diego celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with Irish music, dancing and plenty of local beer. Photo by Jeffrey Spanier

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Escondido has become a major player in the San Diego wine industry. The winery also has a tasting room in Oceanside. Courtesy photo

ORFILA GROWS several red and white grape varietals at their San Pasqual Valley vineyards Courtesy photo

Ultimate comfort food at O’side’s Bread & Cheese

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Ifondly recall the simplicity of grilled cheese dipped in tomato soup from childhood — a cherished comfort that epitomized life’s little pleasures. When my mother introduced the idea of enriching the soup with milk instead of water, it elevated the experience to a new level of indulgence. Those were indeed simpler times.

Recently, my culinary journey led me to Bread & Cheese Eatery, owned by Justin Frank and Devin Gneitling and nestled along Coast Highway 101 in Oceanside. A visit to their charming establishment left me savoring every bite and sip of their grilled cheese paired with coconut curry tomato soup — an exquisite rendition that elevated the classic pairing to new heights.

Additionally, their generous classic breakfast burrito, which sustained me over three meals, easily ranks among the finest in North County. But this venture isn’t Justin’s inaugural foray into the culinary world. He graciously shared his background and the genesis of Bread & Cheese and Breakfast Burritos with me.

LTP: Tell me about your background, upbringing, and early food memories from your parents’ kitchen.

Justin: I grew up in

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Laurel McFarland started as an intern and is now in her 28th year.

McFarland: 100% of this event goes to a charity event [Gaslamp Historical Foundation/Davis-Horton Museum] and has since its inception. It’s close to my heart and super fun, and I started my own company from ShamROCK. So, I might be a bit biased, but it’s a great event.

ILB: What’s the crowd like?

McFarland: It’s an eclectic group of younger and older people. Everyone loves Irish music and dancing!

ILB: There have to be some great ShamROCK memories from the past.

McFarland: Yes, many. We’ve married people there. We had Flogging Molly on the stage for a couple of years.

And all the performers and vendors, we’ve become like a family over the years. The camaraderie and purpose — fun for a good cause — permeate the event.

It was loud, there were

Burbank, California. I was drawn to cooking from a young age. It started in kindergarten when I complained about my lunch multiple days in a row. Finally, my mom had enough and said to either make my own or stop complaining, so I started making my own. That started my life of cooking.

Those first few years had to be hard on my parents. I ruined our popcorn machine by trying to make cheddar popcorn by throwing cheddar cheese in it. However, my parents were supportive and willing to let me cook meals for myself and the family from a young age.

LTP: When did you start working in restaurants and take me down your culinary road to your current

a lot of people — and a lot of drinks — and everyone was having fun. It was a great way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.

If you missed it this year, don’t fret – ShamROCK will return next March.

At the end of March, they sent me to the San Diego Beer News Awards. Founder Brandon

endeavor?

Justin: My first job at a restaurant was when I was 21. I got a job as a busser at Nick’s at the Beach in Pacific Beach. I had no restaurant experience, but my roommate worked there, so I got the job. I loved the atmosphere and co-workers, made good money and had fun.

Within a year, I moved up to server and bartender positions. Then I had a friend opening a restaurant, so I told him I’d help him. That restaurant started to take off, and the concept continued to grow, so I became director of new store openings and opened four restaurants.

After that, he and I started another concept called S&M Sausage and Meat in North Park and

Hernández does his homework and recognizes not only our beer community’s established giants but also the small, local breweries that are also contributing to San Diego beer.

This year, the awards show was a public event held at Stone Brewing, Liberty Station.

To see pictures of the event and a list of the

downtown San Diego. When S&M closed, my new partner and I started Bread and Cheese Catering, and we have been doing it ever since.

LTP: How did Bread & Cheese happen? What was the inspiration, and how has it evolved? How is the current location chosen?

Justin: My previous restaurant went out of business, and I needed a job. My good friend also needed a job, so we decided to team up and start a company focused on doing events. We agreed on making grilled cheese, were off to the races, and have been in business ever since. Initially, we were just grilled cheese, but we quickly added our second brand, Pineapple Crush (pineapple smoothies served in a pineapple), so we could have two tents at the big events.

amazing winners, check out sandiegobeer.news.

Jeff Spanier is the co-host of I Like Beer the Podcast. For the entire interview with ShamROCK, Oak & Otter, and Humdinger Brewing, take a listen wherever you get podcasts. Follow Spanier’s adventures on Instagram: @ilikebeerthepodcast.

After doing that for a few years, it was time to jump into brick-and-mortar. We opened in a food hall in Carlsbad and a tavern in San Diego. Unfortunately, we had to close both during COVID. But after COVID-19, we landed the concessionaire contract at the Moonlight Amphitheatre in Vista in 2021.

After the 2022 season, we decided to open a brickand-mortar again, so we started the search. We were looking for a specific size and rent and came across this location in Oceanside. Once we got to the location, we decided to add breakfast, which was when “And Breakfast Burritos” was born. We opened in October 2023.

LTP: Walk me through the options and the grilled cheese and soup menu.

Justin: We originally had four different grilled cheese sandwiches. We now have nine on the menu fulltime and another few that we have done for various events and can use as specials. The Classic is our bestseller and is our version of the classic grilled cheese. Ours has five pieces of melty cheddar and provolone on garlic-grilled sourdough.

My favorite is the Reuben, melty Swiss cheese with thinly sliced pastrami and sauerkraut on 1000 Island grilled sourdough. If you are a grilled cheese restaurant, a good tomato soup to pair with the grilled cheese is essential, and we knocked it out of the park when we created our Coconut Curry tomato soup. It’s amazing!

LTP: Tell me about the addition of breakfast burri-

tos.

Justin: Breakfast burritos were a fun addition for us! Once we knew we would open in Oceanside, we knew we wanted to add breakfast. That’s when “And Breakfast Burritos” was born. We wanted it to be cohesive with Bread and Cheese yet have its own website and brand, and so far, the burritos have been a huge hit!

LTP: Are you still catering, and do you have any expansion plans?

Justin: We do still cater. We now offer grilled cheese, pineapple smoothies and breakfast burritos. We are building our next restaurant in Santee, set to open in September. There was nothing on the books after that, but assuming all goes well, we will keep expanding.

The goal is to franchise and see our burritos in every tourist and beach town in the country. I’d also like to add a shout-out to our wives who helped us at our first event, our brother-in-law who hired us, our sister who let us store equipment in her garage and our friends who came and bought grilled cheese from us so many times. Running a business is not something you can do without help.

We have been very fortunate to have so many people who have helped us, believed in us, loaned us time/money/advice, and, of course, patronized us. To those people, a huge thank you. And yes, of course, shout out to our team, which is now up to 50 people.

Find them at www. breadandcheeseeatery.com and 1904 South Coast Highway in Oceanside.

THE REUBEN sandwich at Bread & Cheese Eatery in Oceanside. Courtesy photo/Bread & Cheese

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MARCH 29

‘THE FLYING FLEET’

A screening of the silent film “The Flying Fleet” will be the highlight of an evening celebrating San Diego’s military service members. $3.50, 7 p.m. at Balboa Theater, 868 4th Ave, San Diego.

SAVE FERRIS

California’s Save Ferris are a ska and pop-punk outfit showcasing lead vocalist Monique Powell. Formed in 1995, the group initially came together after the breakup of Los Pantalones. $22-$39, 8:45 p.m. at Belly Up, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

APRIL & FUNK JUNKIES

One of San Diego’s premier dance bands, this group of performers is led on vocals by April Mosebrook. $8, 5:30 p.m. at Belly Up, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

EASTER BUNNY TEA

Dress your Easter best and join Fairmont Grand Del Mar for Easter Bunny Tea. Savor a delicious selection of petit fours, sweet delicacies, kid-friendly treats, tea and a glass of champagne. $63-$125, 12 to 4 p.m. at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, 5300 Grand del Mar Ct, San Diego.

GILBERT CASTELLANOS

Take in the sultry sounds of Gilbert Castellanos’ jazz music mixed with hits from the American songbook, Latin jazz and original compositions. 6 to 9 p.m. March 29 at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, 5300 Grand del Mar Ct, San Diego.

MOJO & FREQUENCY

This combined vocal and instrumental jazz concert presented by MiraCosta College is presented by the Frequency Vocal Jazz Ensemble and MiraCosta Oceanside Jazz Orchestra in the Concert Hall (Bldg. 2400), Oceanside Campus. $8-$10, 7:30 p.m. at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Dr, Oceanside.

FUN ANIMAL FRIDAY

Join us onsite for Fun Animal Friday with San Diego Humane Society. Free with museum admission. 10 to 11:30 a.m. March 29 at San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, 320 N Broadway, Escondido.

COMEDY HYPNOSIS

Dr. Ken is a real physician, using real hypnosis, to create a really safe and fun show. $19.50, 8-9:30 p.m. March 29 at The Brooks Theatre, 217 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside.

(S)LIGHT OF HAND

Photographic artists Debra Achen and Diana Bloomfield exhibit award-winning prints. Free,

11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Photographer’s Eye Gallery , 326 E Grand Ave, Escondido.

VIETNAM VETERANS DAY

The Veterans Association of North County and Hospice of the North Coast are honoring veterans of the Vietnam War for their service. 9 a.m. at Veterans Association of North County , 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside.

CIRCUS VARGAS

The all new production showcases different cultures and nationalities, joining hand in hand, coming together to entertain, laugh, live, love and celebrate as one!. $25, 7:30 p.m. at Westfield Mission Valley West , 1640 Camino del Rio N, San Diego.

MARCH 30

ANDY FRASCO & THE U.N.

Andy Frasco & The U.N. have long been the high-flying DIY renegades of the touring scene known and loved for their kaleidoscopic musical fusion and one-of-a-kind onstage audacity. $25-$44, 9 p.m. at Belly Up, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

MOVIE AT NATURE CENTER

Buena Vista Audubon invites you to visit the BV Nature Center and enjoy a free movie. 1 to 3 p.m. March 30 at Buena Vista Nature Center, 2202 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside.

PICNIC + FLOWERS

Pop Up Picnic Co. returns with Picnic & Flowers a family-friendly picnic experience set amidst the backdrop of The Flower Fields. $140, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 30 at Carlsbad Flower Fields, 5704 Paseo del Norte, Carlsbad.

PERSIAN NEW YEAR

The Persian Culture Center partners with the Escondido Public Library to celebrate the Persian New Year. Learn about Nowruz and Persian culture from

and unleash your creativity? Join us for a fun journey of laughter, spontaneity and endless possibilities. $175, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. March 30 at The Brooks Theatre, 217 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside.

OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING

Learn about the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, a membership program for seniors who are interested in pursuing intellectual interests and enriching their lives through lifelong learning. Free, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. March 30 at UC San Diego, 9600 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla.

MARCH 31

AMAYA EASTER BRUNCH

the Iranian School of San Diego dance academy. 3 to 4 p.m. March 30 at Escondido Public Library, 239 S Kalmia St, Escondido.

EASTER BUNNY TEA

Dress your Easter best and join Fairmont Grand Del Mar for Easter Bunny Tea. Savor a delicious selection of petit fours, sweet delicacies, kid-friendly treats, tea and a glass of champagne. $63-$125, 12 to 4 p.m. March 30 at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, 5300 Grand del Mar Ct, San Diego.

REBECCA JADE

Rebecca Jade is an internationally touring vocalist with all who recently sang onstage with both Stevie Wonder and Jason Mraz. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. March 30 at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, 5300 Grand del Mar Ct, San Diego.

ALLIED CRAFTSMEN

The first Oceanside Museum of Art Exhibition Celebration of 2024, “Allied Hands On Design,” features works from the Allied Craftsmen of San Diego, the oldest professional organization of craft artists in Southern California. $15, 5 to 7 p.m. March 30 at Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside.

CARLSBAD EGG HUNT

Join us for the City of Carlsbad’s EGGstravaganza event on Saturday, March 30 at Poinsettia Community Park. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 30 at Poinsettia Park, 6600 Hidden Valley Rd, Carlsbad.

SWINGING SERENADES:

Step into a world of timeless elegance and rhythmic enchantment with “Swinging An Evening of Timeless Classics.” $30, 8 to 10 p.m. March 30 at The Brooks Theatre, 217 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside.

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APRIL 1

CHILDREN’S MANNERS

Learn essential life skills such as how to make introductions, the ins and outs of dining etiquette, and everyday manners. 4:30 p.m. at Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr, Encinitas.

SPRING TEA

Celebrate spring with a special afternoon tea inspired by the flavors of the season. Menu includes a selection of sandwiches, traditional tea scones, sweets and tea. $45-$89, 12 to 4 p.m. April 1 at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, 5300 Grand del Mar Ct, San Diego.

DINOSAURS DYNAMITE

The newly reimagined, French cuisine driven Amaya restaurant hosts an Easter brunch. Complimentary Easter egg hunt, live entertainment and Easter Bunny visit included. $93-$185, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 31 at Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, 5300 Grand del Mar Ct, San Diego.

‘ART-MAKING DAY’

Encinitas’ Coastal Roots Farm invites community to a special art making day surrounding the central theme of rebirth. $30 adults, $15 student, $10 child. 1 to 5 p.m. March 31 at Coastal Roots Farm, 441 Saxony Rd, Encinitas.

METAPHYSICAL EASTER

Join us for a very special time of spiritual renewal and rebirth when the Divine comes close to bless and uplift us. $30, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. March 31 at Spiritual Arts Institute, 527 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas.

BACH’S B-DAY CONCERT

Spreckels Organ Society, a non-profit organization curating concerts and performances in the heart of Balboa Park, kicks off the spring with a special free concert for Bach’s Birthday on March 13th. 2 p.m. at Spreckels Organ Pavilion , 2125 Pan American Rd E, San Diego.

EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE

Experience Easter sunrise amidst blooming ranunculus at Carlsbad Ranch. Free event with live music, message of hope, and complimentary breakfast. Join us. The service and breakfast are free. No tickets required. 6:30 to 9 a.m. March 31 at The Flower Fields, 5704 Paseo del Norte, Carlsbad.

CIRCUS VARGAS

The all new production showcases different cultures and nationalities, joining hand in hand, coming together to entertain, laugh, live, love and celebrate as one!. $25, 7 p.m. at Westfield Mission Valley West , 1640 Camino del Rio N, San Diego.

April 4. $35-$62, 8 p.m. at Belly Up, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

ANDREW STEINBERG

Saxophonist and conductor Andrew R. Steinberg performs as part of Concert Hour, a free music enrichment series presented for students and the community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department. Free, 1 to 2 p.m. at Howard Brubeck Theatre at Palomar College, 1140 W Mission Rd, San Marcos.

MISSION TRAILS

Vicious velociraptors, adorable baby dinosaurs, and a roaring T-Rex take the stage in this delightful family musical adventure. $19.25, 1 to 2:30 p.m. April 1 at The Ritz Theater, 301 E Grand Ave, Escondido.

APRIL 2

BALLET CLASSES

Former pro dancer

Marti Neal teaches classes for youths 9-14 and adults 15+ at Stagecoach Park in Carlsbad and the Encinitas Community Center. April 2 at Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr, Encinitas.

APRIL 3

YONDER MOUNTAIN

Grammy-nominated Yonder Mountain String Band continues to exist at the forefront of the progressive bluegrass scene as one of the undeniable innovators and pioneers of the modern jamgrass movement. $35, 8 p.m. at Belly Up, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

THE JOY OF HERBS

Discover the joy of herbs. 9:45 to 11:30 a.m. at Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave, Carlsbad.

GEORGE M. JOHNSON

“My book is a tool so that Black queer kids and LGBTQ teens can see themselves, and read about themselves, and learn about themselves.” Free-$10, 6 to 8 p.m. April 3 at CSUSM University Student Union Ballroom, 595 Campus View Dr, San Marcos.

VOLUNTEER AWARDS

Join Lifeline Community Services as they celebrate volunteers and community partners. 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. April 3 at Lifeline Community Services, 200 Michigan Ave, Vista.

APRIL 4

ORIANTHI

Platinum-selling recording artist and world class guitarist Orianthi graces the Belly Up stage on

Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation holds a free community night with games, light refreshments and opportunities to learn how to experience Mission Trails in new ways. 6 to 8 p.m. April 4 at Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center, 1 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego.

SPELLING BEE

Students at the Theatre School at North Coast Repertory Theatre perform the Tony Award-winning “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.” $21-$25, 10 a.m. at North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr, Solana Beach.

THE HIGHWAYMAN SHOW

The Highwayman show features the music of Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson as performed by Tony Suraci. $30, 8 to 10 p.m. at The Brooks Theatre, 217 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside.

APRIL 5

SUPER DIAMOND

Super Diamond is a Neil Diamond tribute band from San Francisco. $27, 9 p.m. at Belly Up, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

‘ANASTASIA’

Join us in celebrating 20 years of Center Stage Productions with celebrations at our upcoming production of the dazzling musical “Anastasia.” $25, 7:30 p.m. at California Center for the Arts, 340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido.

THE 39 STEPS

New Village Arts presents “The 39 Steps,” a thrilling and comedic play that follows the misadventures of Richard Hannay in preWW2 Britain who becomes entangled in espionage. $33. 7:30 p.m. at New Village Arts Theatre, 2787 State St, Carlsbad.

ASHES TO ACTION

Climate activists and persons of faith hold a memorial service to remember those who have died from global climate-related catastrophes including recent California flooding. Free, 1 to 2:30 p.m. April 5 at Citibank, 740 Lomas Santa Fe Dr, Solana Beach.

CARLSBAD HOSTS the annual Eggtravaganza Spring Festival on March 30 at Poinsettia Community Park. Courtesy photo

Oceanside backs STR limits

Ban would cover non-hosted units in coastal zone

By Samantha Nelson OCEANSIDE —

After hearing from more than 50 members of the public split over the future of short-term rentals in the city, the Planning Commission recommended banning additional non-hosted short-term rentals in R-1 zoned residential areas west of Coast Highway. The recommendation followed City Council’s decision in December to prohibit more non-hosted short-term rentals (STRs) outside of the city’s coastal zone. At the same time, council directed staff to bring back an amendment to the city’s STR regulations to restrict any additional non-hosted STRs in the coastal zone to only the residential tourist (RT) zoning district.

Staff brought two options forward to the Planning Commission on March 25. The first option, recommended by staff, would allow 50 more non-hosted STR permits west of Coast Highway in all residential zones subject to a 505 cap (there are currently 455 permits in that area).

Additionally, staff’s recommendation would prohibit STR owners in R-1 neighborhoods (single-family homes) from advertising a unit with more than five bedrooms. This bedroom

cap would apply to both new permits and existing units during the permit renewal process.

Option two would have limited new non-hosted STRs to units in RT and Subdistrict D-4A zones only. Permits would not be allowed in any other zone; however, existing units would be allowed to stay as long as their permits remain in good standing.

The second option did not include a cap on non-hosted STR permits west of Coast Highway nor did it include a bedroom cap for STRs in the R-1 zone.

In the end, the Planning Commission created a third option, which allows for new STRs without a permit cap or bedroom cap in the coastal zone west of Coast Highway with the exception of R-1 neighborhoods. This recommendation also pulled from staff’s option to include extra noise-monitoring devices, alerts, cameras and other measures to ensure activity at the STRs doesn’t get out of hand.

Residents filled the council chambers at Oceanside City Hall during the commission’s meeting. The room was split in terms of what the public wanted.

On one side, dozens of coastal residents wanted stricter regulations and bans on STRs in their neighborhoods. Many of these residents have organized under the newly formed Neighborhoods for Neighbors group in an effort to stop “corporate STRs.”

Several people empha-

sized how “party houses” and “mini hotels” have ruined their neighborhoods with excessive noise, parking issues and suspicious activity.

“I’ve seen our neighborhood evaporate over the last five to 10 years as corporations have been allowed to move in and permanent res-

I’ve seen our neighborhood evaporate over the last five to 10 years as corporations have been allowed to move in and permanent residents have dwindled.”

Phil Schneider Oceanside resident

idents have dwindled,” said Phil Schneider. “When we moved here, everyone was a permanent resident. Now, there’s little sense of neighborhood and a place of belonging.”

On the other side were people who either owned or were involved in an STR business somewhere in the coastal zone. Many noted they were Oceanside residents as well despite some

claims from the other side suggesting they lived elsewhere.

Mark Warr, Oceanside resident and owner of Onthe-Sand Vacation Rentals, said his business is a good player that contributed nearly $500,000 in transient occupancy tax (TOT) to the city last year.

Warr said he was not aware of any complaint from the city in the last 25 years until one he received in the last month that alleged there was child trafficking occurring at one of his rentals. He noted the timing was suspicious given the recent forming of the Neighborhoods for Neighbors group.

“It was just a family here for a soccer tournament,” he said.

Others noted that most of the coastal community were supportive of having STRs next door based on the letters of support the city received.

Commissioner John Malik explained that the Planning Commission was trying to be fair to both sides in its recommendation, and reminded people to share their concerns with the City Council when they make the final decision.

“The City Council needs to understand where you stand as well,” he said. “They don’t always agree with or listen to us, but we’re trying to be fair and impartial and ensure the needs of the community across the board are met.”

The City Council will decide the fate of non-hosted STRs at a later date.

Reentry program escapee nabbed in Escondido

By City News Service ESCONDIDO

— A prisoner who walked away from a reentry program was taken into custody, authorities said Monday.

Quintin G. Wilkerson, 53, was arrested March 24 in Escondido by the Escondido Police Department following a short foot pursuit,

according to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.

Wilkerson was taken to the Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility. His case will be referred to the San Diego County District Attorney for possible escape charges.

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THE OCEANSIDE Planning Commission recommends banning new non-hosted STR permits in R-1 residential areas west of Coast Highway. The City Council ultimately will decide the fate of non-hosted STRs. Courtesy photo

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Grocery Outlet brings big savings and quality

ENCINITAS — Grocery Outlet Bargain Market, an extreme-value grocery retailer, has officially opened its newest location off of S. El Camino Real in Encinitas.

The store has helped create 32 new jobs in the community thus far and provides big savings on name-brand, high-quality merchandise for local consumers. Grocery Outlet offers the same trusted brands as traditional grocery stores but at lower prices, and stores are independently operated by local families who are committed to supporting their communities.

The Encinitas Grocery Outlet is independently operated by Stefanie Droessler and Nikki Ames. Stefanie has spent the greater part of her career in restaurant management. Nikki has years of experience in warehouse work, truck driving and law enforcement.

They started their training at the Wildomar Grocery Outlet, as well as the Oceanside Grocery Outlet, which provided them with the knowledge and understanding to meet the needs of their customers.

“We are so thrilled to be a part of the Encinitas community and provide relief with big savings on quality groceries,” said Independent Operator Stefanie Droessler. “This partnership

munity can support entrepreneurs within your own community.

Grocery Outlet offers a full range of products, including fresh produce, fresh meat, deli, dairy, packaged groceries, frozen, health and beauty care, and general merchandise products. This includes more than 500 natural, organic, specialty and healthy items as well.

Grocery Outlet also has a beer and wine selection with 50 different varieties of wines under $5. Furthermore, from March 25 to April 2, Grocery Outlet is hosting a wine sale featuring 20 percent off every single bottle of wine. Grocery Outlet’s wine buyers take great care to ensure that stores offer the best quality wines at the best possible prices.

with Grocery Outlet gives us the ability to grow our business, create new jobs and more importantly, give back to the local community.”

“We’re thrilled to open this quintessential beach town location, providing us an amazing opportunity to invite new consumers to Grocery Outlet and bring a huge benefit to the community by offering high-quality, healthy grocery options at significantly lower prices,” said Independent Operator Nikki Ames. Product prices at Grocery Outlet are generally 40 to 60 percent below those of conventional retail-

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During the store’s grand opening celebration, Stefanie and Nikki donated $1,000 to Encinitas Educational Foundation, whose mission is to assist in the achievement and maintenance of a superior public school education within the Encinitas Union School District.

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For more information about Grocery Outlet, please visit www.GroceryOutlet. com. Follow Encinitas Grocery Outlet on Facebook: @EncinitasGroceryOutlet and Instagram: @Encinitas_GroceryOutlet.

TERI offers expanded music program

Music has been and continues to be a force for change at TERI Inc. Over 20 years ago TERI developed music programming at the Center for the Arts and Adult Education. The various music programs focus on developing the gifts of adults with learning and developmental disabilities and provide them with the ability to shine their own unique light!

“Everyone always talks about its great weather, but the people are San Diego's greatest gift. TERI is a perfect example of what happens when San Diegans come together with purpose, and I feel very fortunate to be able to share in the celebration and support in bringing this community together with my music.” ~

Jesse Ray Smith

TERI continues to grow and develop the picturesque Campus of Life in San Marcos and now features live music in not only its adult programs, but also in Common Grounds Cafe, The Mountainview Deck, in the new Bornemann Theatre and coming soon, in Central Park at the Campus of Life! Music is woven into the soul of TERI, its programs, its social enterprises, and the community of children and adults TERI serves.

The expansion and growth of The Campus of Life comes along with the opportunity to expand the

capacity of music programming for adults with developmental disabilities, as well as live music experiences for the North County community. The new Bornemann Theatre will be the home of the TERI Band and the TERI Players and will be a beautiful venue for them to showcase their unique artistic gifts. After 3+ years of con-

struction the Grand Opening Weekend of the Bornemann Theatre takes place on May 3rd, 4th and 5th and kicks off a month of exciting live music events. On Friday TERI celebrates the friends and families who made the opening of the Walter J and Betty C Zable Foundation Performing Arts and Fine Arts Center possible. The celebration continues Satur-

day with a very special concert, The Heartland Review, that features a cavalcade of award-winning local musicians and a VIP J. Lohr hosted wine dinner experience with culinary delights from Chef Peter Moceri. Sunday events feature a ribbon cutting ceremony for Central Park at The Campus of Life, tours of the new venues and an evening music event with The Acoustic Alliance featuring Padre great, Tim Flannery and iconic local artists.

“TERI is an incredible place both in terms of visuals and services. A beautiful campus for the special needs community to gather, learn and grow together with the surrounding community. And now The Bornemann will add the magic of music. I feel blessed to be able to celebrate this momentous occasion!” ~ Cathryn Beeks

The Bornemann will continue to feature local and regional artists performing in honor of all donors, friends and supporters of TERI who made The Bornemann Theatre and The Walter J and Betty C Zable Foundation Performing Arts and Fine Arts Center possible. Together with the local arts community TERI will be able to continue to support the special needs community!

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‘SOL’ awakens the mind, heals the heart

Local spiritual healer Joseph Clarke recently published a groundbreaking book called “SOL: supportive guidance for healing & awakening.” Through SOL, readers gain a richer appreciation for our divine nature, our experience of time, why we suffer so greatly, and how we heal through the bottomless love of our hearts.

SOL came from Clarke's personal healing and awakening experience. In 2010, Clarke was a 29-year old law student at UC Berkeley when he was suddenly diagnosed with leukemia. During his hospitalization, he had a guardian angel experience that started his spiritual awakening.

That awakening intensified in 2018, when Clarke began receiving streams and downloads of spiritual wisdom. This wisdom revealed profound insights about mankind's divinity, the origins of our suffering, and how we heal even the deepest inner wounds in the all-welcoming sanctuary of our hearts.

Clarke has been compiling this wisdom over the past several years. Clarke wrote SOL to share the best of this wisdom with the world.

SOL is a one-stop shop

for healing and awakening. Clarke shares his spiritual wisdom teachings in Part 1. In Part 2, Clarke teaches powerful, easy-to-learn methods for feeling better, thinking more clearly, making wiser decisions, and enjoying life more. In Part 3, Clarke provides helpful guidance for finding healing and awakening resources, both globally and locally. In Part 4, Clarke shares poems and "loose pearls" of spiritual wisdom that awaken the mind and inspire the heart.

SOL displays Clarke's unique skill set. Clarke holds degrees in philosophy (UCLA, 2003), writing (USF, 2008), and law (UC Berkeley, 2013). Clarke describes himself as a philosopher, poet, and lawyer who channels healing spiritual wisdom about the deepest and most pressing issues, including who we are, why we suffer, and how we heal.

“I feel like I was born to write this book,” Clarke says. “SOL unites my love for logic, language, healing, and the sublime. It’s a book from my heart to yours.”

You can find SOL via Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and AuthorHouse.com.

Learn more about Joe Clarke at www.jdcspiritual. com.

THE EXPANSION of the TERI Campus of Life brings the opportunity to expand the capacity of music programming for adults with developmental disabilities. Courtesy photo

GROCERY OUTLET in Encinitas is a family-owned and operated local business. Owners Nikki Ames, left, and Stefanie Droessler, right, smile with family members inside the new store during their grand opening on Feb 29. Courtesy photo

JOSEPH CLARKE with his new book, “SOL,” based on his own healing and awakening experience. Courtesy photo

Return of sidewalk surfing?

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Skateboarding, as many of you know, was once called “sidewalk surfing.”

This was not a sport of its own, but a fun pastime for surfers after the waves blew out.

Being confined inland during my youth, sidewalk surfing was my exclusive way of practicing real surfing during five-day-a-week dry spells.

But steel roller skate wheels can take you only so far before the tiniest pebble interrupts your life by putting you into direct contact with concrete or asphalt.

Even after countless scrapes, however, I continued jamming through town on my little rolling two-byfour. By the time urethane wheels came along, I was living at the beach and was no longer interested in any activity involving hard surfaces.

I was vaguely aware that the urethane revolution had led to riding ramps and pools and that they had taken skateboarders to heights never before imagined.

The skateboard came,

saw, conquered and stagnated. For about half a century.

That is not to say that lighter materials with controlled flex have not made decks better, but the skateboard of 2024 is not significantly different than ones produced in 1999.

That began to change the day surfer/skateboarder Chris Corrente went to work for Carve Boards, a company owned and operated by pro surfer Brad Gerlach’s father, Joe.

With their unique suspension, Carve Boards feel more like surfboards than conventional skateboards, and while they are not built specifically for tricks or high flying, they have made sidewalk surfing a fun reality again.

While Corrente enjoyed working with Gerlach, his need for continual experimentation with new designs made it inevitable that he would one day start a company of his own.

It’s been around a decade since Corrente, Carl Ekstrom and I had lunch and discussed the boards Chris was producing, which were unlike anything I had ever seen or tried.

At that meeting, I brought up the idea of splitting a skateboard’s truck to adapt Ekstrom’s asymmetrical concept to skateboarding. It didn’t seem like anyone was listening.

really slowly and cautiously, but still had that weightless feeling of surfing on land.

Kuwmaz’s newest generation, the Carve System Ultralight, is, as the name implies, ultra-light. They are also, I am told, far more maneuverable and feature a device below the deck that resembles an arrow and can be used to add or lessen the flexibility of the board’s deck. Trippy.

While Kuwmaz has four models including the Agarthan, which can accommodate skaters weighing as much as 350 pounds, Corrente also builds custom boards.

A master craftsman, he takes a person’s size, weight, ability and other factors into consideration before handcrafting a skateboard specifically for each individual rider.

My friends often warn me not to skateboard at my age, but hearing the sound of wheels rolling over asphalt inevitably sends me onto the street where I cautiously ride down some very gentle hills.

Annual San Marcos Spring Fling is April 7

By Staff

SAN MARCOS — The 33rd annual San Marcos Spring Fling & Street Fair returns Sunday, April 7, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The stretch along Via Vera Cruz between Grand and San Marcos Boulevard will be transformed into a hub of entertainment and community spirit.

This year's event features an array of attractions and activities for attendees of all ages. Highlights include:

two Stages: Immerse yourself in the sounds of San Diego County’s top musicians, with performances scheduled throughout the day.

• Food galore: Savor a variety of delicious food options offering something to satisfy every craving.

• Kids Fun Zone: Treat the little ones to a day of excitement with fun inflatables, a pirate zip line and other activities.

Under the mysterious name Kuwmaz Carve System, the board I tried that day felt alive under my feet. Okay, that sounds like I was ripping into the sidewalk like an elderly Danny Way before vaulting the Great Wall.

During a recent visit to Ekstrom’s shop, he showed me a beautiful asymmetrical skateboard built by Corrente.

Alive is a relative term, and honestly, I was moving

Turns out, someone was listening after all. Now, I’m listening and wondering what new design will come to life guided by this master’s hands.

• 225+ artisans & crafters: Explore a diverse selection of handcrafted goods, unique finds and specialty items.

• Rhythm, brews & wine garden: Indulge in the finest local craft beers and wines while enjoying live musical performances on the Beer & Wine Garden Stage.

• Live entertainment on

Musical performers include: Soul to Soul: The Stevie Ray Vaughan Experience; Clapton Hook, an Eric Clapton tribute band; and Dueling Pianos & Friends: Featuring Danny DiCarlo & Doug Allen.

For more information and vendor applications, visit www.eventhub.net/ events/2024-San-MarcosSpring-Fling_5283.

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CHRIS CORRENTE’S Kuwmaz Carve System Ultralight could bring back sidewalk surfing in a big way. Photo by Chris Corrente

SPRING FLING along Via Vera Cruz has attractions and activites for all ages. File photo

Educational Opportunities

Psychology of Letting Go of Clutter

Are you surrounded by memories, possessions, and spaces that no longer serve you? Join our transformative seminar as we explore the intricate nuances of letting go - learning why we hold on and how to break free.

• Learn the Challenge of Simplifying: The house is too big, the yard overwhelming, and closets filled to the brim. Despite signs urging us to simplify, the struggle persists. Whether it’s bidding farewell to a cherished home or parting with treasures, downsizing, rightsizing, or relocating presents unique challenges. Let’s navigate this journey together.

• Learn About the Hu-

man Psyche: Explore the emotional labyrinth that makes letting go a challenge. Uncover the psychological reasons behind our reluctance, shedding light on the complexities that surround downsizing & decluttering.

• Learn How to Get Beyond Physical Stuff: Clutter transcends mere physical belongings; it’s a manifestation of emotions, beliefs, and behaviors. But why is parting with items so daunting? Delve into the psychology of clutter, understanding its roots and unraveling the emotional ties that bind.

• Learn Why We Have Sentimental Attachment and Fear: Discover why we

cling to clutter—sentimental attachments that make objects hold memories and emotions, and the fears that keep us from letting go. Overcome the barriers that hinder progress and embrace the freedom that comes with releasing the unnecessary.

• Learn and Understand the Emotional Landscape: Clarity awaits as we unravel the emotional and psychological reasons for clutter. Break free from the shackles of sentimentality and fear, and embark on a journey toward simplicity, liberation, and a revitalized sense of self.

We hope to see you there!

Musical Production Summer Camps

This Summer immerse your child in the enchanting world of Disney Dreams: A Magical Melody!

From Frozen to Moana, embark on a journey of creativity as singers, dancers, and instrumentalists come together to craft a special musical production. With opportunities to design costumes and sets, every participant plays a vital role in bringing the magic to life. Whether center stage or behind the scenes, all kids are encouraged to shine with speaking roles and singing parts.

Odd Files

Wait, What?

Deputy chief physician of pediatric neurosurgery Dr. Li at Hangzhou Children’s Hospital in China shared a video on social media on March 11 after a baby boy was born sporting a 4-inch-long tail, WION reported.

The doctor suspected a condition called a tethered spinal cord, which means the spinal cord is abnormally connected to surrounding tissues, typically at the base of the spine. Doctors advised against removing the tail, as doing so might result in irreversible damage. [WION, 3/16/2024]

Precocious

Three boys, aged 11, 12 and 16, were taken into custody on March 19 after they robbed a Wells Fargo bank in Houston on March 15, KTRK-TV reported.

The kids handed a threatening note to a bank teller; the Harris County Sheriff’s Office believes they were armed, but they did not present a weapon. After the FBI released surveillance

Join us in San Marcos from July 22 to August 3 for this two-week extravaganza, culminating in captivating public performances where your child’s talent takes center stage. Don’t miss this chance for your 6 to 15-year-old to experience the thrill of performance and teamwork in a magical Disney-inspired production!

“This is WHERE you want your littles to be!” said Heather D., a happy LNS customer. “I have been an educator for almost 20 years and trust no one more. You will LOVE your

footage, parents of two of the boys identified them.

The “little rascals,” as they’ve been dubbed, are facing second-degree felony charges. “The age of the younger two, that’s unusual for a bank robbery,” noted Mike Schneider, a retired juvenile district court judge. [KTRK, 3/20/2024]

Repeat Offender

A 23-year-old Frenchman will get to stay a little longer in Norway than he anticipated after racking up 25 speeding tickets in just 19 days, Yahoo! News reported.

The Oslo district court called the speeder a “danger in traffic” and sentenced him to 24 days in prison, which was reduced to 21 days when he pleaded guilty. Most of the infractions were caught on fixed speed cameras, which the driver was unaware of. He was also relieved of his driver’s license. [Yahoo! News, 3/18/2024]

Great Art

Mexican artist Chavis Marmol, 42, carved a giant head from stone, inspired by the carvings of the Olmec people, and then lowered it onto a used Tesla 3 using a crane, France24 reported. The art installation, in a vacant lot in Mexico City, was intended to “troll Elon Musk,” said the artist. “Look

experience here - how the staff loves on your kids, motivates them and fosters a LOVE for music.”

Leading Note Studios offer a variety of Summer Music Camps including Intro to Music, Rock Band Camp, Musical Theatre, Engineering and Vocal Recording.

“I would teach children music, physics and philosophy: but most importantly music; for the patterns in music and all the arts are the keys to learning.” - Plato

what I do to your lousy car with this wonderful head. This is bigger than you and the rampant technologies.”

Tesla has recently announced a plan to build a factory in northern Mexico. “It’s the wonderful thing about art, it allows you these atrocities,” said Marmol. [France24, 3/14/2024]

Family Values

• Alyssa Langley and Timothy Stephens, both 27, were arrested in Daytona Beach, Florida, on March 16 after they both passed out on the beach, leaving their two children to wander to a nearby hotel pool, ClickOrlando reported. When the Volusia County Sheriff’s deputy asked where the children were, Stephens walked toward the ocean, calling for them, and saying “They’re at the beach.” He later tried to run away but fell on the beach and appeared unconscious. He faces charges of child neglect, alcohol possession and attempt to escape custody; Langley faces child neglect charges. The kids were unharmed. [ClickOrlando, 3/19/2024]

• Police in Riverside, California, arrested Samuel Davalos Pasillas, 47 — who claimed to be a pastor in Victorville — in late March for hiring two men to kill his daughter’s boyfriend, ABC7-

TV reported.

The hitmen surveilled the victim for months before the shooting, which took place on Oct. 21, 2023. As the victim sat in his car, they drove up next to him and shot him, wounding him. Police also arrested Juan Manuel Cebreros, 55, of Long Beach; they are still looking for Jesus Abel Felix Garcia. The church’s real pastor, Rafael Porras, told reporters that Pasillas was a volunteer, not a pastor. [ABC7, 3/20/2024]

Florida

The World Health Organization reported that leprosy is on the rise, particularly in Florida, Newsweek reported on March 22. The number of infections has more than doubled in the last 10 years, and the disease is often associated with exposure to ... armadillos. About a fifth of the U.S. cases were reported in Florida.

“People may become infected from other people with untreated leprosy or from the nine-banded armadillo, a natural host of the bacteria causing the disease,” said Francisca Mutapi, co-director of the Global Health Academy at the University of Edinburgh. [Newsweek, 3/22/2024]

Bright Idea

An employee of Chil-

thern Railways in the United Kingdom is marking the 125th birthday of the Marylebone station — and her own 20th anniversary with the railroad — by changing her name to Rehana Marylebone Khawaja, Metro News reported. She said she would have made it her first name had her children not objected. “The station itself is not big. But it’s got a soul,” she said. “It’s warm and welcoming. Not every London station is like that.” Khawaja started in a ticket office and now works in security. [Metro News, 3/19/2024]

Good Explanation

Michelle Young, 46, of Burlington, Iowa, thought she was at a friend’s house on March 19, but the friend didn’t answer the door.

So Young allegedly lit some items on fire on the front porch, KWQC-TV reported. She told police she saw a sign on the porch that said “Witches Welcome,” and she’s a witch, so she set a fire — but she wasn’t going to hurt anyone or let the fire get out of control. The homeowner, who identified Young from her surveillance camera, said she did not know her. Young was charged with reckless use of fire and possession of drug paraphernalia. [KWQC, 3/20/2024]

Oopsie

A woman who just wanted to watch a livestream of a funeral became a viral sensation after she accidentally left the camera on while she took a shower, the Daily Mail reported on March 21. The Zoom broadcast was also being shown on a big screen to in-person mourners at the church in North London. The funeral was for a father of three who had died of cancer. Even worse, the woman apparently turned up at the wake later with no idea what she had done — until “ten minutes later crying her eyes out,” as one mourner said. [Daily Mail, 3/21/2024]

Criminally Stupid

When Daniel Allegretto Jr., 19, nearly struck a parked police car with his Honda Accord in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, on March 15, he set off a chase that ended with his arrest — and not just for bad driving, WBRE-TV reported.

Investigators found Allegretto, of Freeland, Pennsylvania, was allegedly carrying 2,200 individual doses of fentanyl, 250 grams of methamphetamine, illegal steroids, cash and materials used to process and package drugs. He was held on a $125,000 bail. [WBRE, 3/19/2024]