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“Giving Back”

(left to right) Ana Jimenez, Ismael Jimenez, and Angela Allen, Development Manager of Olive Crest Desert Communities. Photo by Madeline Zuckerman

Once on the receiving end of generosity . . . Now returning the favor in our Valley

By Madeline Zuckerman Ana and Ismael Jimenez definitely know what philanthropy can mean in the

lives of children who experience poverty. Now the successful Owners of Agape Salon & Spa in Rancho Mirage, both

Ana and Ismael Jimenez were raised in disadvantaged families in Palm Springs. As children, they experienced first-hand

their families struggling to put food on the table and being unable to buy gifts for their children at holiday time.

Asada™ and recognized for its popular aguas frescas, has brought these two delicious items together to create

Aguasada and created by its talented in-house butchers and available only on April 1st, Aguasadais a twist on the classic agua fresca that is sure to excite the tastebuds with all the delectable flavors of a traditional carne asada, including the avocadoes, tomatoes, limes, beer, tortillas, and just a touch of onion.

Aguasada offers a burst of savory memories of carne asada cookouts in a convenient ready-to-go cup, perfect for the busy person on the move or those looking for a quick boost of protein.

The refreshing Aguasada contains organic fruits and vegetables sourced from only the best growers to ensure the freshness and quality Vallarta shoppers have come to expect.

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Vallarta Supermarkets Introduces Aguasada

A New Agua Fresca Packed Full of Protein

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“The Vallarta Carniceria is where it all began,” said Andrew Lewis, VP of Marketing Vallarta Supermarkets.

“If our shoppers love the carniceria and the quality cuts we provide, they are sure to enjoy Aguasada, our newest agua fresca.”

Vallarta Supermarkets is the go-to destination for anyone looking for authentic, quality Latino products. The new Aguasada beverage will be available on April 1st, 2021, at all 52 locations at La Isla, Vallarta Supermarket’s juice bar.

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‘It’s a one-time event.’

By Desert Star Staff Texas Rangers executive Jon Daniels has hit out at US president Joe Biden after he was critical of the MLB team for hosting fans in their stadium this season amid accusations that the move could lead to a spate of Covid cases.

The Rangers announced that there won’t be any caps on the numbers of supporters into the team’s Globe Life Field this season, though they did mandate that fans must wear face-coverings in the stands.

But President Bidly has concerns that packing people

into the 40,000-capacity arena could lead to a severe uptick in coronavirus cases.

“I think it’s a mistake,” Biden told ESPN Wednesday.

“They should listen to Dr. Fauci, the scientists and, the experts.

But, I think it’s not responsible.”

The team - who open their home campaign Monday against the Toronto Blue Jays - remain the only franchise in Major League Baseball to not currently have limits on the numbers of fans who are permitted to enter the stadium, with other teams operating at 50% capacity.

Two Theton Red Sox and the Washington Nationals limit attendance to just 12% of their usual allowance.

However, the Rangers hierarchy insists that all reasonable safety checks have been observed - with Daniels clapping back against Biden’s grandstanding by saying that the plan to have a full compliment of fan complement stadium is a “one-time event” for the team - at least while Covid-19 remains a significant issue.

“I think after Opening Day, the reality is we’re not

going to be at full capacity, I doubt it,” said Daniels, addressing Biden’s criticism Thursday via TMZ. “I’m hopeful that people are responsible and wear masks and we can enjoy a good time out. But after [Opening Day], I don’t see it being a regular occurrence.

“I do see it’s kind of a complex issue, and I do see why the President would say what he said.”

“This is why we can’t have nice things,” said one baseball fan in reaction to the Texas Rangers’ decision to hold a total capacity event. “We are on the verge of having a handle on this.... but no, people can’t just hang on a bit longer.

Another described Biden’s opposition to the move as a “no-brainer”, but a third wasn’t quite so supportive - and referenced a frequent jibe from former President Donald Trump about Biden’s supposed inability to draw a large crowd to his presidential campaign rallies.

“Everybody knows Biden and full capacity don’t go together,” they wrote.

Biden, meanwhile, also waded into what is becoming an increasingly divisive subject regarding the ongoing vaccination program, with the 46th US president stating that everyone involved in the league - players, coaches, and team personnel included - should

submit to vaccination at the earliest possible opportunity despite a developing narrative amongst some who have concerns about the vaccine’s long-term efficacy.

“I would say I’m President of the United States, and I got vaccinated,” Biden announced. “I don’t have an unimportant job. Would I take the vaccine if I thought it was going to hurt me?”

Sticking to the baseball subject, Biden also threw his presidential weight behind a proposal to remove the annual All-Star game from its traditional home in Georgia amid a row about a new voting bill being suggested in the state.

State leadership has looked to impose new restrictions on voting, with some pointing out that this would unfairly impact various minorities’ right to vote freely and fairly.

“This is Jim Crow on steroids what they’re doing in Georgia and 40 other states,” Biden stated. “What’s it all about? Imagine passing a law saying you cannot provide water or food for someone standing in line to vote.

Can’t do that? Come on.

“Or you’re going to close the polling place at 5 o’clock when people just get off? This is all about keeping working folks that I grew up with from being able to vote.”

How to Combat Social Isolation

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ven before COVID-19 limited social contact with friends, family and colleagues, many adults experienced loneliness and depression due to limited contact with others. Now, a year after the pandemic forced many people into even greater levels of isolation, the issue of social isolation is especially prevalent in Americans over the age of 50.

Despite the physical implications of a global pandemic, research shows the mental health stakes are high, too. A nationwide survey, commissioned by Barclays, found that half of Americans over the age of 50 said the isolation from their friends and family has been more challenging than concerns over health risks they may face.

Social isolation has provided plenty of time for Americans to reflect on their priorities. The majority of Americans surveyed (90%) have re-evaluated their post age-50 goals and put spending more time with family at the top of their lists. In fact, the most common first thing 50-plus Americans will do once COVID-19 is over is to see and spend time with their families (41%).

“While restrictions are beginning to ease, many older adults are still isolated from friends and family, and that takes a toll on their mental well-being” said Lisa Marsh Ryerson, president of the AARP Foundation. “We must do all we can to help older adults, who have suffered greatly during COVID-19, strengthen the social connections that are so essential to their ability to lead longer, healthier lives.”

For example, AARP Foundation’s Connect2Affect platform equips older adults with the tools they need to stay physically and mentally healthy and connected to their communities. The AARP Essential Rewards Mastercard from Barclays is helping fund the foundation’s work to increase social connection with donations based on new accounts and eligible purchases, up to $1 million annually.

A little creativity and a commitment to filling time productively can help reduce the strain of being alone until it’s safer to resume social activities.

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Use technology to connect with loved ones. Video chats and traditional phone calls can help you feel connected even when you can’t be together in person.

While a drop-in call can be fun, consider arranging regular visits with kids and grandkids. If you schedule calls throughout the week, you’ll have something regular to look forward to and can benefit from a check-in that affirms everyone is healthy and safe.

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Make time for physical activity. Staying closer to home may mean you’re not getting the exercise you once did, but it’s important for your health to stay active. Regularly using your muscles helps keep your body strong, and even light physical activity a few times each week can help keep your cardiovascular system fit for better heart health. Regular exercise can also provide a range of positive mental health outcomes, including reduced stress, anxiety and depression, and improved memory.

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Volunteer in your community or consider virtual vol­ unteering. Helping others is a way to release feel-good endorphins for yourself. While your limited social calendar may afford you some extra time, inquire with local nonprofits about how you can contribute to their causes. Especially as funding for charitable organizations has dropped, volunteers are still essential to most nonprofit organizations, whether the help comes in person or virtually. Even from a distance, you may be able to help with tasks like making calls to donors, assisting with mailings or planning fundraising campaigns.

Learn a new hobby or skill. Another way to fill your free time, and reap some positive energy, is to explore a new hobby or skill. The personal satisfaction of learning and focusing your mental energy on something that interests you can help offset the disappointment of being away from those you love.

Find more resources that support older adults at connect2affect.org.

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Easing Students’ Anxieties as They Return to the Classroom

By Desert Star Staff When it comes to the emotional well-being of students post-pandemic, a new study reveals that teachers expect significant challenges when schools make a full return to inperson learning.

The study, commissioned by the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), the world leader in de-escalation training, shows that 84% of teachers say student trauma, mental health issues and increased anxiety are their biggest concerns with full classroom re-entry.

“Many of those in school communities have faced adversity and trauma, ranging from upended routines to

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home isolation and loss of family members. Simply restarting school won’t erase the aftereffects,” says Susan Driscoll, president of CPI. In many cases, the past year has simply exacerbated issues that predate COVID-19.

It’s estimated that prior to the pandemic, nearly half of all students in the U.S. had experienced some form of trauma, according to the nonprofit research organization, WestEd. Driscoll says that while the federal government’s COVID CARES Act will provide essential financial support at the district level, at the individual level, families and teachers are in a position to help make the transition as smooth and successful as possible. “Ideally, all individuals in a student’s life will be aligned in helping them prepare for their return to school,” she says.

Having trained more than 15 million individuals over four decades in its techniques, CPI is lending its unique knowledge during this transitional period. Here are some of the organization’s top tips for teachers and parents who are busy making preparations for the return to in-person learning: • Create a good learning

environment: Classrooms should be well-organized and structured, but also welcoming to reestablish a familiar routine.

• Listen empathetically: Offer your undivided attention, then provide thoughtful, nonjudgmental feedback.

• Rebuild trust: In a recent survey by the American Federation of Teachers and the New York Life Foundation, only 15% of educators said they feel very comfortable addressing students’ emotional needs caused or intensified by the coronavirus outbreak.

While teachers may feel a bit unprepared in this area, making it clear to students

that sharing their feelings and concerns is appreciated and encouraged will go a long way.

• Acknowledge your own anxiety: Take the time to understand the reasons you are feeling anxious and seek a positive outlet.

Additionally, CPI has created educator-specific supplemental content to its Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training. That training, which is approved for stimulus related federal funding via the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund, will focus specifically on recognizing the stages of an escalating

crisis, as well as learning evidence-based techniques to appropriately de-escalate.

During its 40-year history, CPI has trained more than 55,000 educators worldwide in non-violent crisis techniques that assist with de-escalating and managing heightened school situations. To learn more, visit crisisprevention. com/About-Us. Opening the doors is only step one in returning students to the classroom.

As the pandemic eases, parents and teachers will also need to actively address a year’s worth of isolation and anxiety. StatePoint

Married 19 years, this inspirational couple has four children who understand the significance of giving back, often lending a hand to help their parents support Olive Crest.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, when they had to close the salon twice, Ana suffered from a bout of depression and a painful back condition. “It was a difficult time because I felt despair that the business we had worked so hard to build was failing.

Then we learned that Olive Crest needed backpacks and school supplies, and I felt we needed to do whatever we could to help. At that moment, my depression lifted, and I was filled with energy and purpose again. I knew at that moment that my husband and I, as well as our clients and staff, would be able to make a difference in the lives of Olive Crest’s at-risk children and their families.”

Ismael, to this day, fondly remembers the Annual Holiday Toy Giveaway held at the Riviera Hotel in Palm Springs that his family and siblings would attend

annually. “I was one of those kids receiving toys because my family did not have the money to give their children gifts at holiday time,” recalls Ismael. “When I was 7 years old, I received my first set of Hot Wheels at this event. I played with these little cars nonstop until the paint fell off. Many years later, I was able to buy a new set of Hot Wheels because of those fond memories as a child. I keep these little cars to remind myself of that little boy who received the donated gift of Hot Wheels one year at holiday time.”

“We will never stop giving to Olive Crest because their programs have achieved many successful outcomes for at-risk kids and their families within our community,” states Ana. “Giving back to our community’s nonprofits like Olive Crest is critical right now, as we start to come out of the pandemic.”

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prevention and treatment of child abuse. Besides giving of their own time and resources to help these at-risk children and their families within our community, Ismael and Ana have mobilized their clients, as well as staff, to donate to and support Olive Crest’s annual Back-to-School Backpack Drives and Be The Miracle Holiday Campaigns. Also, their salon donates haircuts to some of the Olive Crest girls from time to time. “When you look good with a new haircut, this gives you so much confidence and self-esteem and really makes you feel terrific,” states Ana. “We love donating these services because we can immediately see the impact it has on the girls, who feel really special about themselves and the way they look.”

Now blessed with a thriving, successful business, Ana and Ismael are both committed to giving back in any way they can, no matter

how large or small the donation amount is. “We both strive to give people that same happy feeling we received when we were growing up and were the recipients of the philanthropic spirit of this community.

Their interest in Olive Crest began when one of their clients, Angela Allen, Development Manager of Olive Crest Desert Communities, shared the successful outcomes of numerous Olive Crest programs. Once they learned of the critical mission of Olive Crest, they threw themselves into the effort, and it just snowballed, with more and more of their clients and staff wanting to give back too.

“Ana and Ismael are the first people who come to mind when I hear the words “everyone can do something,” states Angela Allen. “Even with all the business setbacks they experienced in 2020 due to the pandemic, they never hesitated to say Yes! What can we do? Their personal story inspires so many to do a bit more to help others.”

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Rural CA Community Colleges Move to Combat Poverty, Digital Divide

By Desert Star Staff IMPERIAL VALLEY, Calif. -- The pandemic has worsened problems facing rural community colleges but also has led to more focus and funding to solve them, according to a new report.

Researchers with the Association of Community College Trustees found the digital divide put students at a considerable disadvantage for distance learning.

Rachel Rush-Marlowe, senior program manager at the Association and author of the report, said rural community colleges had put the millions flowing from the CARES Act to good use.

“So a lot of institutions have been using their COVID relief funds to provide laptops to students, hotspots, and create stronger broadband on campus so that students and community members can come and use that campus

as a free Wi-Fi location,” Rush-Marlowe outlined.

Several rural community colleges sit near the border with Oregon or Nevada, so the report encouraged the state to give colleges more flexibility to attract students across state lines.

Several institutions find themselves having to meet students’ basic needs for food and shelter.

Feather River College in Quincy took advantage of special permitting rules to build an on-campus dorm, and Imperial Valley College has built tiny homes for students experiencing homelessness and runs a food pantry.

Rush-Marlowe pointed out the programs make it possible for students to stay in school.

“It’s a precondition for education,” Rush-Marlowe explained. “If students are hungry, if they don’t have a place to sleep at

Imperial Valley College is about to open 26 tiny homes to students experiencing homelessness.

(Imperial Valley College) night, education really becomes secondary.”

The report also

recommends the federal government clarify its many definitions of the term “rural,”

which would free up funding for hundreds of additional community colleges.

Nation’s largest paid summer arts internship program opens for LA county

By Desert Star Staff The LA County Arts Internship Program (AIP) will provide 228 university and community college students with paid on-the-job experience in the arts at over 140 nonprofit organizations starting this summer.

Applications for interested students are now open.

The AIP is the most extensive paid summer internship program in the US. Now in its 21st year, more than 2,500 students have entered the LA County arts and culture field through AIP, which places interns in nonprofit performing, presenting, literary, and municipal arts organizations. Its companion program, the Getty Multicultural Internship Program, provides internships to museums and visual arts organizations.

Students build their professional skills and connections while completing projects in education, marketing, graphic design,

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fundraising, production, and more. Host organizations, which range in budget size, include nonprofits focusing on artistic disciplines including theater, dance, multimedia, film, and social justice through the arts.

“Through the largest paid arts internship program in the nation, LA County remains committed to investing and nurturing our future generation of artists and cultural workers,” said Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair, Hilda L. Solis, Supervisor to the First District. “My commitment to workforce development is stronger than ever due to the pandemic and is why I was so pleased to champion a motion last year to restore funding to the Arts Internship Program—a critical entry point for young people of color into careers in arts and culture.

Not only does the Program grow in participants every year, but it also chips away at longstanding disparities

in creative opportunities.

As we continue to re-open sectors of our County and develop sustainable recovery efforts, our focus must be on building stronger and more accessible pathways for careers in this sector.”

“For 21 years, the LA County Arts Internship Program has built career pathways for diverse young people to enter and thrive in LA County’s creative economy. The Program is a win-win—students get real-world experience, and our nonprofit partners receive funding support and join us in developing future arts leaders with inclusive talent and community representation,” said LA County Department of Arts and Culture Director Kristin Sakoda. “This kind of paid work-based opportunity is a critical way to address inequities, build arts and creative sector that centers equity, and relieve the pandemic’s impact on youth unemployment in the April 2, 2021

County. As our sector begins a journey of recovery, interns will engage first-hand in the arts and create networks that help launch their careers.”

Approved as one of the five initial recommendations from the Cultural Equity and Inclusion Initiative funded by the Board of Supervisors in 2017, the Program has expanded each subsequent year, increasing the number of internships available and reserving at least 28 positions community college students.

In the last three years, the proportion of participation from community college students has more than quadrupled.

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the program timeline has been extended to allow for more flexibility for both interns and work sites. Additionally, parttime and remote internships will be available. Organizations set the start and end dates of their positions, but all students must complete their 400

paid hours between May 31, 2021, and March 1, 2022.

In addition to the on-thejob experience they acquire as Arts Interns, participants participate in educational and networking activities, including opportunities to meet in Peer Groups curated by leaders in the arts and culture field.

These educational components are supported by The Getty Foundation, which supports internships at museums and visual arts organizations through its Getty Marrow Undergraduate Internship Program, a companion program to the Department of Arts and Culture’s program.

Applications for the Program are now open. Any current undergraduate students and students graduating between May 1 - December 1, 2021, are eligible to apply. All applicants must be currently enrolled in a community college or four-year university.

Applicants must also be residents of or attending schools located in Los Angeles County, and they cannot be previous participants of the Program. Eligible students of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Students who wish to apply may do so by identifying the opportunities they are interested in at www. lacountyarts.org/internships and using them directly to those host organizations.

Positions will be launched at the beginning of each month, starting in April through August of 2021. Interested students are encouraged to continue checking our website for the most up-todate and available positions.

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‘Trying’

Trying from North Coast Repertory Theatre combines history, humanity, and humor

Trying at NCRT Emily Goss & James Sutorius. Photo by Aaron Rumley

By Desert Star Staff Solana Beach, Calif. – In an era where truth and values are being hotly debated, TRYING presents an intriguing snapshot of American history. The story is based on playwright Joanna McClelland Glass’s experience as an assistant to famed Attorney General and Chief Judge at Nuremberg, Francis Biddle, during the final year of his life. Audiences are treated to a highly literate, affecting portrayal of two wildly different personalities

struggling to understand each other. Told with great humor, compassion, and insight, this is a compelling and profoundly satisfying theatre piece.

David Ellenstein directed James Sutorius and Emily Goss on North Coast Rep’s mainstage, adhering to all mandated safety and testing procedures under the Actors’ Equity Media Agreement.

Audiences will see a total theatrical production set by Scenic Designer Marty Burnett, costumes by Elisa Benzoni,

Trying: Seated Emily Goss. Photo by Aaron Rumley.jpg and Prop Design Philip Korth.

Cinematographer/editor Aaron Rumley filmed the show.

Reserve your tickets now to this heartfelt, moving play.

TRYING will stream on Showtix4U.com on demand from MARCH 24 to April 18, 2021. Tickets are $35 – $54 and can be purchased at northcoastrep.org.

About the North Coast Repertory Theatre: Under the artistic leadership of David Ellenstein since 2003, North Coast

Repertory Theatre is a professional Equity theatre founded in 1982 by Olive and Tom Blakistone. Currently celebrating its 39th season, North Coast Rep has received critical acclaim from media and audiences alike and has evolved into one of the area’s leading performing arts organizations. North Coast Rep prides itself on employing most of its actors from Actors’ Equity Association for its high quality, award-winning productions and staging work

by established and emerging playwrights. Throughout its history, North Coast Rep has created a platform where artists and audiences thrive through the intimacy of live theatre, recognizing the power of theatre to challenge complacency, revitalize the imagination, nurture the unexpected, and embrace the variety and diversity in our lives.

By Joanna McClelland Glass Directed By David Ellenstein

Expanded Property Tax Benefits for Seniors and Severely Disabled

By Desert Star Staff Sacramento – April 1, 2021, California’s seniors, severely disabled persons, and victims of wildfires or natural disasters will now be able to transfer their original residence’s taxable value to a replacement residence up to three times during their lifetime anywhere throughout the state.

This is due to Proposition 19, The Home Protection for

Seniors, Severely Disabled, Families, and Victims of Wildfire or Natural Disasters Act, that California voters approved on November 3, 2020.

“Seniors, the severely disabled, and victims of wildfires or natural disasters can now move to a replacement home anywhere in California and avoid significant property tax increases if eligible,” said California State Board of

Equalization (BOE) Chairman Antonio Vazquez. “Property tax relief can be beneficial for those especially on limited incomes or who have been affected by wildfires or natural disasters.”

Seniors, age 55 and older, or those severely disabled, must meet specific requirements to qualify. The original and replacement residence must be eligible for the homeowners’ or disabled veterans’ exemption. An application must be filed with the County Assessor to transfer

the taxable value. Lastly, the replacement residence must be purchased or newly constructed within two years of the original home sale.

Suppose the market value of the replacement residence is greater than the market value of the original dwelling.

In that case, the difference will be added to the taxable value at the time of transfer.

For victims of a wildfire or natural disaster, the same conditions and requirements apply as the taxable value

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via email at jsoriano@cityofdhs.org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting(s) will enable the City to make reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility. Publish April 2, 2021.

DSW21-5054.

City of Desert Hot Springs NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing to consider approval of Time Extension 21-3 for Conditional Use Permit 16-16 and 17-16. The Public Hearing will be held as follows: DATE: Tuesday, April13th, 2021 TIME: 6:00 P.M. (or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard) LOCATION: Video Conference CASE(S): Time Extension 21-3 for Conditional Use Permit Nos.16-16 and 17-16 LOCATION: The project site is located on two vacant parcels approximately several hundred feet east of Little Morongo Road north of Two Bunch Palms Trail (APN: 663-280-003, 004).

MISSION SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING. NOTICE OF FILING OF REPORT OF THE ANNUAL SEWER USER FEES AND REQUEST THAT THE AUDITOR PLACE THE FISCAL YEAR 2021-2022 SEWER USER FEES ON THE REAL PROPERTY TAX ROLLS. A report (“Report”) will be filed by the Secretary of the Mission Springs Water District (“District”) with the Board of Directors of the District describing each residential parcel of real property subject to the sewer user fee (“Sewer User Fee”) and the amount of the Sewer User Fee to be imposed thereon for Fiscal Year 2021-2022.

The District will propose to adopt the Report and collect the Sewer User Fee, any delinquent Sewer User Fees and any penalties, on the real property tax roll of the District, which Sewer User Fees shall constitute a lien against the parcel or parcels of land described in the Report in accordance with California Health and Safety Code sections 5470 et seq. This matter will be considered and voted upon at a public hearing scheduled for Monday, April 19, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. There will be no public location for this meeting. This meeting will be held in accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order N-29-20, in an effort to protect the public health and prevent the spread of COVID-10 (Coronavirus). The public may attend and participate via Zoom. Please contact Dori Petee at dpetee@mswd.org for instructions on how to participate in this meeting. This Notice is published in compliance with California Health and Safety Code section 5473.1 and California Government Code section 6006. Dated: 3/31/2021 /s/ Arden Wallum Secretary, Mission Springs Water District PUB: 4/2/2021 & 4/9/2021 DSW21-5057 City of Desert Hot Springs NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing to consider approval of Development Permit No.2035. The Public Hearing will be held as follows: DATE: Tuesday, April13th, 2021 TIME: 6:00 P.M. (or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard) LOCATION: Video Conference CASE(S): Development Permit No. 20-35 LOCATION: The project is located on the southern side of Pierson Blvd. in between West Drive and Cactus Drive and is within the Commercial General (C-G) District.

APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVE: Jameson Walker PROPOSAL: Application for the development of a multi-use street market with associated food trucks for on- and off-site consumption. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: Pursuant to Section 15354 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Statutes & Guidelines. This urban infill exemption requires projects to be consistent with applicable general plans and zoning designations located within a city’s limits on a site five acres or less, bordered by urban uses and without significant impacts to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality. This infill project is consistent with the local General plan and zoning requirements and will have negligible environmental impacts. This is vacant land that is devoid of any sensitive habitat and has adequate public utilities.

This project is exempt under CEQA guidelines Class 32 Urban Infill Exemption Section 15354. On April 13th, 2021, the Planning Commission, at the public hearing or during deliberation, may approve, deny, or propose changes to the project or to the environmental determination. INTERESTED PERSONS MAY appear and be heard, or written comments may be submitted prior to the Public Hearing(s).

Written comments will be made a part of the public record. If this matter should at some future date go to court, court testimony may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Desert Hot Springs, at or prior to, the public hearing. Notice Regarding COVID-19 and Public Participation at Planning Commission Meetings Pursuant to California Governor Newsom’s Executive Orders N-25-20 issued on March 4, 2020 and N-29-20 issued on March 18, 2020, the City Council regular meeting will be conducted remotely through Zoom and broadcast live on the City’s YouTube channel. Access to the zoom meeting will be available with the published agenda. Pursuant to the Executive Orders, and to ensure the health and safety of the public by limiting human contact that could spread the COVID-19 virus, the Carl May Center/Council Chamber will not be open for the meeting. The City Council and Staff will be participating remotely and will not be physically present in the Council Chamber. All information regarding the proposed project is available for public review by appointment at the City of Desert Hot Springs City Hall, 11999 Palm Drive, during regular business hours (Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM). QUESTIONS AND INQUIRIES regarding this matter or to review information for the above-described project: Contact Person: Daniel McVey Mailing Address: Community Development Department 11999 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Phone: (760) 329-6411, Ext. 251 Email: dmcvey@cityofdhs.org Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 329-6411 or via email at jsoriano@cityofdhs.org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting(s) will enable the City to make reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility. Publish April 2, 2021. DSW21-5056 City of Desert Hot Springs NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing to consider Conditional Use Permit No. 21-3 an Amendment to previously approved Conditional Use Permit No. 03-15 and Tentative Parcel Map No. 37151. The Public Hearing will be held as follows: DATE: Tuesday, April 13th, 2021 TIME: 6:00 P.M. (or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard) LOCATION: Video Conference CASE(S): Conditional Use Permit No. 21-3 & Tentative Parcel Map No. 37151 LOCATION: The project is located on the northeast corner of Dillion Road and Little Morongo Road APN 665-110-004. APPLICANT/ REPRESENTATIVE: Brandon Bral on behalf of Dillion Circles. PROPOSAL: The applicant has filed an application for changes to Phase 1 building layout from four (4) buildings totaling approx. 191,400

square feet to seven (7) buildings totaling approx.

157,905 square ft as well as architecture improvements, landscaping, and parking within the Industrial Zone. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: On December 15, 2015 the City Council approved the Oxford Properties Cultivation Project and in doing so adopted the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Project. Pursuant to Section 15162(a) of the CEQA regulations, once an MND has been adopted for a project, no subsequent environmental review needs to be completed unless there are substantial changes in the project that warrant additional review. The Planning Commission only needs to make a finding that the request for an amendment is consistent with the original MND, and no further analysis is required.

On April 13th, 2021, the Planning Commission, at the public hearing or during deliberation, may approve, deny, or propose changes to the project or to the environmental determination. INTERESTED PERSONS MAY be heard or written comments may be submitted prior to the Public Hearing(s). Written comments will be made a part of the public record.

If you challenge this matter 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 Desert Hot Springs, at or prior to, the public hearing.

Notice Regarding COVID-19 and Public Participation at Planning Commission Meetings Pursuant to California Governor Newsom’s Executive Orders N-25-20 issued on March 4, 2020 and N-29-20 issued on March 18, 2020, the City Council regular meeting will be conducted remotely through Zoom and broadcast live on the City’s YouTube channel.

Access to the zoom meeting will be available with the published agenda. Pursuant to the Executive Orders, and to ensure the health and safety of the public by limiting human contact that could spread the COVID-19 virus, the Carl May Center/Council Chamber will not be open for the meeting. The City Council and Staff will be participating remotely and will not be physically present in the Council Chamber. All information regarding the proposed project is available for public review by appointment at the City of Desert Hot Springs City Hall, 11999 Palm Drive, during regular business hours (Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM). QUESTIONS AND INQUIRIES regarding this matter or to review information for the above-described project: Contact Person: Patricia M. Villagomez Mailing Address: Community Development Department 11999 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Phone: (760) 329-6411, Ext. 243 Email: pvillagomez@cityofdhs. org. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 329-6411 or via email at jsoriano@cityofdhs.org.

Notification at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting(s) will enable the City to make reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility. Publish April 2, 2021. DSW21-5055 City of Desert Hot Springs NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing to consider approval of Time Extension No. 21-5 for Conditional Use Permit 10-16. The Public Hearing will be held as follows: DATE: Tuesday, April13th, 2021 TIME: 6:00 P.M. (or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard) LOCATION: Video Conference CASE(S): Time Extension No. 21-5 for Conditional Use Permit No.10-16. LOCATION: The project site is located on one vacant parcel approximately one hundred feet east of Little Morongo Road north of Two Bunch Palms Trail (APN: 663-280-002).

APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVE: MSA, Consulting PROPOSAL: Grant a one-year extension for Conditional Use Permit No. 10-16. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: On October 8, 2016, the City Council adopted the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Project. Pursuant to Section 15162(a) of the CEQA regulations, once an MND has been adopted for a project, no subsequent environmental review needs to be completed unless there are substantial changes in the project that warrant additional review. The Planning Commission only needs to make a finding that the request for the One-Year Time Extension is consistent with the original MND, and no further analysis is required.

No significant changes are proposed as a part of the proposed extension of time. On April 13th, 2021, the Planning Commission, at the public hearing or during deliberation, may approve, deny, or propose changes to the project or to the environmental determination. INTERESTED PERSONS MAY appear and be heard, or written comments may be submitted prior to the Public Hearing(s). Written comments will be made a part of the public record.

If this matter should at some future date go to court, court testimony may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Desert Hot Springs, at or prior to, the public hearing.

Notice Regarding COVID-19 and Public Participation at Planning Commission Meetings Pursuant to California Governor Newsom’s Executive Orders N-25-20 issued on March 4, 2020 and N-29-20 issued on March 18, 2020, the City Council regular meeting will be conducted remotely through Zoom and broadcast live on the City’s YouTube channel.

Access to the zoom meeting will be available with the published agenda. Pursuant to the Executive Orders, and to ensure the health and safety of the public by limiting human contact that could spread the COVID-19 virus, the Carl May Center/Council Chamber will not be open for the meeting. The City Council and Staff will be participating remotely and will not be physically present in the Council Chamber. All information regarding the proposed project is available for public review by appointment at the City of Desert Hot Springs City Hall, 11999 Palm Drive, during regular business hours (Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM). QUESTIONS AND INQUIRIES regarding this matter or to review information for the above-described project: Contact Person: Daniel McVey Mailing Address: Community Development Department 11999 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Phone: (760) 329-6411, Ext. 251 Email: dmcvey@cityofdhs.org. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 329-6411 or

APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVE: Trident Real Estate Advisory PROPOSAL: Grant a one-year extension for Conditional Use Permit Nos. 16-16 and 17-16.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: On May 16, 2017, the City Council adopted the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Project. Pursuant to Section 15162(a) of the CEQA regulations, once an MND has been adopted for a project, no subsequent environmental review needs to be completed unless there are substantial changes in the project that warrant additional review. The Planning Commission only needs to make a finding that the request for the One-Year Time Extension is consistent with the original MND, and no further analysis is required. No significant changes are proposed as a part of the proposed extension of time. On April 13th, 2021, the Planning Commission, at the public hearing or during deliberation, may approve, deny, or propose changes to the project or to the environmental determination. INTERESTED PERSONS MAY appear and be heard, or written comments may be submitted prior to the Public Hearing(s). Written comments will be made a part of the public record.

If this matter should at some future date go to court, court testimony may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Desert Hot Springs, at or prior to, the public hearing.

Notice Regarding COVID-19 and Public Participation at Planning Commission Meetings Pursuant to California Governor Newsom’s Executive Orders N-25-20 issued on March 4, 2020 and N-29-20 issued on March 18, 2020, the City Council regular meeting will be conducted remotely through Zoom and broadcast live on the City’s YouTube channel.

Access to the zoom meeting will be available with the published agenda. Pursuant to the Executive Orders, and to ensure the health and safety of the public by limiting human contact that could spread the COVID-19 virus, the Carl May Center/Council Chamber will not be open for the meeting. The City Council and Staff will be participating remotely and will not be physically present in the Council Chamber. All information regarding the proposed project is available for public review by appointment at the City of Desert Hot Springs City Hall, 11999 Palm Drive, during regular business hours (Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM). QUESTIONS AND INQUIRIES regarding this matter or to review information for the above-described project: Contact Person: Daniel McVey Mailing Address: Community Development Department 11999 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Phone: (760) 329-6411, Ext. 251 Email: dmcvey@cityofdhs.org. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 329-6411 or via email at jsoriano@cityofdhs.org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting(s) will enable the City to make reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility. Publish April 2, 2021 DSW21-5053

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MABEL ROSE BARATTO CASE NO. PRIN2001209. To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of MABEL ROSE BARATTO. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LINO LOUIS ANTHONY BARATTO II in the Superior Court of California, County of RIVERSIDE. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that COLE ANTHONY BARATTO 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 file 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 files 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: April 22, 2021 at 8:45AM in Dept. PS3 located at 3255 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Telephonic Hearing Instructions: Call 1-844-621-3956 (toll free) or 1-213-306-3065 Enter Meeting Number: 289100160 (for hearings 6/23/20 and after) Or, join by URL: https://riversidecourts. webex.com/meet/paldeptps3pwebex ▪ Go to court’s website under Probate Division to locate your calendar matter number (01, 02, etc.) and name yourself before joining the hearing as: ex. “02 Atty Smith” or “02 Betty Jones”. Otherwise, there may be a delay before you are able to speak during the hearing. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court 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 file 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 first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined 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 affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing 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 Lisa N. Neal ; Samantha L. Goates, 18575 Jamboree Road, 9th Floor, Irvine, California, 92612 (714) 641-5100. Publish March 26, April 2, 9, 2021. DSW21-5050

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and boxes needing to be sorted- many full boxes in office needing to be sorted 2-Mobility devices / motorized wheel chairs and more, remnants of residential family home. Everything sells to highest bidders $5 token opening bids. Abandoned Vehicles Missing Titles Sell with Bill of Sale 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV WVGAV7AX5BW528381 2002 BMW R1160R Motorcycle WB10439B82ZF45159 1990 Mazda 626 4 Cylinders 2.2L MFI Turbo SOHC 133 CID VIN JM1GD2446L1812042 ONLINE BIDDING OPEN NOW THEAUCTIONARIUM.HIBID.COM COVID 19 SOCIAL DISTANCING RULES IN EFFECT PREVIEW’S & LOAD OUT REMOVAL CURBSIDE PICKUP AVAILABLE FOR SMALL ITEMS Terms & Conditions: INTERNET ONLY BIDDING AUCTION DAY PREVIEW! Everything sold as-is where-is for CASH 17% Buyers Premium. CA Sales tax where applicable. Payment in full due at close of auction, if you are using a local pack & ship payment is Western Union Only. AUCTION DAY AUCTIONEER ANNOUNCEMENTS TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER PUBLISHED TERMS. (Check Website) REMOVAL CONTENTS ONE DAY REMOVAL W/IN 1-Days following Auction. All bidders must register online at theauctionarium.highbid.com - CA Bond #MS391-61-68 AUCTION BIDDERS WANTED www.THEAUCTIONARIUM.com Publish March 17, 26, 2021. DSW21-2164

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NO. CVPS2101019, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE 3255 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262, PALM SPRINGS COURTS. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. JANICE LYNN WILK filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: 1a. Present Name: JANICE LYNN WILK to Proposed Name: IRIS SERENE SHASHONA. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file 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 filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: April 28, 2021 Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: C1. The address of the court is: Corona Court 505 S. Buena Vista Rm 201, Corona, Ca 92882, TO APPEAR BY TELEPHONE DIAL (213)306-3065 or (844)621-3956 (toll free), when prompted enter MEETING NUMBER: 287-006-060#, ACCESS CODE: # (no number after #). For additional information and instructions on telephonic appearances, visit the court’s websites at: https://www.riverside. courts.ca.gov/PublicNotices/Webex-AppearancesPublic-Access.pdf. County of Riverside 3.a.., A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspaper): DESERT STAR WEEKLY 13279 PALM DRIVE SUITE 5, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 Dated: March 08, 2021, Judge of the Superior Court, Publish March 12, 19, ABANDONED PERSONAL PROPERTY ONLINE 26, April 2, 2021. DSW21-5047 AUCTION SALE #206 PUBLIC INTERNET AUCTION NOTICE MONDAY MARCH 29, 2021 AUC- ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF TION CLOSING TIME: 12:12 PM ‘High Noon’ PST NAME, CASE NO. CVPS2101021, SUPERIOR CASE NO: UDCO2000037 INTERNET AUCTION COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF RIVERLOCATION: THEAUCTIONARIUM.HIBID.COM SIDE 3255 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, PALM California Abandoned Personal Property Auction SPRINGS, CA 92262, PALM SPRINGS COURTS. in accordance with California Civil Code sections TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. ANA LINO 1980 thru 1991 Chapter 5. Disposition of Personal filed a petition with this court for a decree changProperty Remaining on Premises at Termination ing names as follows: 1a. Present Name: OLIVER of Tenancy, as amended, Valued at $700 or more MATTHEW LINO to Proposed Name: MATEO to be conducted on-line or internet auction only. ALESSANDRO LINO. THE COURT ORDERS that all Abandoned by Julio C. Barbiera, et al ., and/or persons interested in this matter shall appear before unnamed occupants to the possession Brecken- this court at the hearing indicated below to show ridge Property Fund 2018, LLC at 8880 Chumash cause, if any, why the petition for change of name Lane aka 8880 Chumash Court, Riverside City, CA should not be granted. Any person objecting to the 92509, County of Riverside, with Notice of Aban- name changes described above must file a written donment delivered in accordance with California law objection that includes the reasons for the objection & statute. VALUABLE UNCLAIMED ABANDONED at least two court days before the matter is schedPERSONAL PROPERTY NOT REMOVED AFTER uled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to FORECLOSURE / EVICTION WILL BE SOLD AT show cause why the petition should not be granted.

PUBLIC SALE INTERNET AUCTION. Property to If no written objection is timely filed, the court may be auctioned includes: Contents of home, yard and grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF garage, Furniture - Sofas – 3 Bedrooms set’s all in HEARING a. Date: April 28, 2021 Time: 8:30 a.m., Good- Very Good Condition, Kitchen Contents, Dept.: C1. The address of the court is: Corona Court Lots of Boxes in Office and Garage - need to be 505 S. Buena Vista Rm 201, Corona, Ca 92882, sorted and Assessed, Exercise Bicycle, Stereo - and TO APPEAR BY TELEPHONE DIAL (213)306-3065 many CD’s, Tables Chairs -complete Home filled or (844)621-3956 (toll free), when prompted enter with assorted furniture & small items, Refrigera- MEETING NUMBER: 287-006-060#, ACCESS tors in Kitchen and Garage, Closets full of clothes CODE: # (no number after #). For additional information and instructions on telephonic appearances,

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visit the court’s websites at: https://www.riverside. courts.ca.gov/PublicNotices/Webex-AppearancesPublic-Access.pdf. County of Riverside 3.a.., A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspaper): DESERT STAR WEEKLY 13279 PALM DRIVE SUITE 5, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 Dated: March 08, 2021, Judge of the Superior Court, Publish March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 2021. DSW21-5046 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS PORTER & PLUNK, 3500 E TACHEVAH DR STE E, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Riverside County. Full name of registrant JOHN CHARLES GILMER, JR, 2024 S TULARE DR, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 2013.

I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed JOHN CHARLES GILMER, JR. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 30, 2021. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202104005. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINES SAND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish April 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021 DSW21-5052 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS RITZY PERIWINKLE, 330 W PICO RD, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Riverside County; 1717 E VISTA CHINO, A7-406, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Full name of registrant MARISA-ESTRADA, 330 W PICO RD, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262.

Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 2006. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed MARISA ESTRADA. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 03/02/2021. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202102374. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE

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OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. NIER AVE #42A, RIVERSIDE, CA 92505. Riverside SEQ., BUSINES SAND PROFESSIONS CODE). County. Full name of registrant WILLIE LOUIS PENDPublish March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2021 DSW21-5049 LETON, 4655 MINNIER AVE #42a, RIVERSIDE, CA 92505; KENYATTA HELENA PENDLETON, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE 4655 MINNIER AVE #42A, RIVERSIDE, CA 92505.

FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- Business is conducted by MARRIED COUPLE. NESS AS TAO OF MINDFULNESS, 13124 TAMAR Registrant has yet to transact business under the DRIVE, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riv- fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare erside County. Full name of registrant MICAHEL that all the information in this statement is true and EUGENE HAMILTON, 13124 TAMAR DRIVE, correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, informaDESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business tion which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has yet a crime) Signed WILLIE PENDLETON/KENYATTA to transact business under the fictitious business PENDLETON. This statement was filed with the name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information County Clerk of Riverside County on 02/05/2021. in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File who declares as true, information which he or she No. R-202101549. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed MI- BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE CHAEL EUGENE HAMILTON. This statement was YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTIMarch 16, 2021. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County TIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE Clerk-Recorder File No. R-202103046. NOTICE — FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANA NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT OTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINES OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO- SAND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish March 5, RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS 12, 19, 26, 2021. DSW21-5042 BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSIBUSINES SAND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish NESS AS FLEET TIRE SERVICE, 74-741 JONI DR, March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2021. DSW21-5048 PALM DESERT, 92260. Riverside County; 53120 SILKTREE LN., PALM DESERT, CA 92260. Full FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE name of registrant AARON MASON LONG, 43120 FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- SILKTREE LN, PALM DESERT, CA 92260. Business NESS AS A.G. AUTO CARE, 74894 LENNON is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has yet PL., STE D2, PALM DESERT, CA 92260. Riverside to transact business under the fictitious business County. Full name of registrant ALEJANDRO- GAL- name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information VAN, 53265 AVENIDA ALVARADO, LA QUINTA, in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, CA 92253; KARLA MONICA GALVAN, 53265 who declares as true, information which he or AVENIDA ALVARADO, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed Business is conducted by MARRIED COUPLE. AARON LONG. This statement was filed with the Registrant commenced to transact business under County Clerk of Riverside County on 03/03/2021. the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 12- Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File 21-2015. I declare that all the information in this No. R-202102396. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE declares as true, information which he or she knows YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed ALEJANDRO OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTIGALVAN. This statement was filed with the County TIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE Clerk of Riverside County on 03/02/2021. Peter FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE R-202102347. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSI- USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANFROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINES BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED SAND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish March 5, BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATE- 12, 19, 26, 2021. DSW21-5041 MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER No. 131277-11 Loan No. 39326 Title Order No. UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW 1643338CAD APN 625-215-004 TRA No. YOU (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINES SAND ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish March 12, 19, 26, DATED 02/18/2020. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION April 2, 2021 DSW21-5045 TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANAFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE TION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWNESS AS L RASAAN 7 PRODUCTIONS, 4655 MIN- YER. MORTGAGE LENDER SERVICES, INC. as

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the duly appointed Trustee 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 specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, described as follows: Trustor(s): JERRY BIVENS AND JANET BIVENS Deed of Trust: recorded on 02/25/2020 as Document No. 2020-0085443 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, California, Date of Trustee’s Sale: 04/15/2021 at 09:00AM Trustee’s Sale Location: At the bottom of the stairway to the building located at 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882 The property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: LOT 92 OF PANORAMA RANCH, IN THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 23, PAGE 22 AND 23 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICER OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. 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: 74425 PAROSELLA STREET, PALM DESERT, CA 92260. 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 the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $95,824.41 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The Beneficiary may elect to bid less than the full credit bid. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. 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 off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

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priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office 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, beneficiary, 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 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Website www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 13127711. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. IF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY CONTAINS FROM ONE TO FOUR SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES, THE FOLLOWING WILL APPLY: 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 (916) 939-0772, or visit this internet website www. nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 131277-11 to find 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 affidavit 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. Date: 03/19/2021 MORTGAGE LENDER SERVICES, INC. 11707 Fair Oaks Blvd., Ste 202 Fair Oaks, CA 95628 (916) 962-3453 Sale Information Line: 916-939-0772 or www.nationwideposting.com TARA CAMPBELL, ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT MORTGAGE LENDER SERVICES, INC. MAY BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0373470 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 03/26/2021, 04/02/2021, 04/09/2021. DSW21-5051

Tourism picks up in downtown Palm Springs

By Olivia Sandusky Packs of tourists are visiting downtown Palm Springs this week.

Many have traveled from all over the country to enjoy the last few weeks of the season and the final holiday week before summer.

For some, a day in the sunshine was therapeutic.

“Just being out in nature and around people, it’s been really life-giving,” said Dancin Morgan, from Chino.

Some visitors were just enjoying being in the presence of others for the first time in a while.

“It was really good to be out and to be out with other people and dining,” said Dee Bjorklund from the Bay area.

The bustling downtown scene is a stark contrast to this time one year ago.

Back then, streets were empty, and restaurants like Lulu California Bistro

were shuttered.

But on Wednesday, their patio was packed, making the general manager emotional.

“It’s really great to get some sense of normalcy; it really is. It’s overwhelming to the point where it almost brings tears to my eyes,” said Gabe Terrado, general manager of Lulu California Bistro.

As customers return, Terrado says he has been able to bring his entire staff back.

And now that the county is preparing to move to the orange reopening tier next week, he believes it should help business even more.

“I think we’re going to see a summer we’ve never seen.

There’s been a lot of folks that have been quarantined that want to get out. The phone is ringing nonstop.

People asking about where we’re at,” said Terrado.

In January, the Palm

Springs Bureau of tourism says the city’s tax on hotel guests and vacation rentals was down 65 percent from 2020.

But they expect that number to improve as

restrictions loosen, and more guests continue to visit.

“It was very busy but also very well done as far as social distancing and that sort of thing. It felt really busy and packed, but also we

felt safe,” said Bjorklund.

A decision on the orange tier could arrive next Tuesday.

If approved, restaurants could resume indoor dining at 50 percent capacity.

Source: NBC Palm Springs

Tips to Raise Earth-Conscious Kids

By Desert Star Staff Children are never too young to learn the importance of sustainability or begin adopting eco-friendly habits.

Earth Day, celebrated April 22, is a great time to get started, and experts say it all starts with playtime.

“Kids are built to absorb information at a tremendous pace,” says Anna Yudina, senior director, Marketing Initiatives, The Toy Association. “During playtime especially, they form deep emotional connections to

the values they’re learning.

This means that you can help your child embrace an earth-conscious mindset simply by making it fun.”

Check out these Earth Day tips and insights from The Genius of Play -- a national movement to educate parents and caregivers about play’s vital role in child development: • Eco-Friendly Crafting: Crafting that uses household objects can demonstrate creative ways to reduce, reuse and recycle. For example, you can construct bird feeders

Finally, with just a few rubber bands and some glue, you can transform yesterday’s cereal box into a guitar. Now you have enough instruments to start your own band!

• Learn Through Play: Kids can benefit from toys as early as one month old with sensory play that helps stimulate senses and develops motor skills. However, they develop habits and values that will last a lifetime during ages 3-9 the most. During these years, introduce toys that reinforce the importance of sustainability. For example, a plush sea turtle can help a younger child understand the connection between plastic from milk jugs and then have pollution and the health of kids decorate them. The best marine creatures. For a tween part? This is a sustainable or teen, a wind turbine science DIY project that benefits kit can build STEM skills and wildlife, plus gives children interest, while introducing an opportunity to observe the concepts of sustainable flying visitors to the yard. energy and climate change.

You can also craft your • Outdoor Fun: Warmer, own musical instruments. For longer days expand example, rainsticks, so-named opportunities to play outdoors, because they mimic the natural be active and explore the sounds of rain, can be made natural world. Build a nature by filling paper towel rolls with scavenger hunt in your uncooked rice. Or, keep the backyard or take an ecology beat using homemade maracas walk and observe critters, rocks made by filling empty plastic and leaves with magnifying bottles with dried beans. glasses. Bonus: beyond

boosting an appreciation for the environment, active play is critical for child development, helping hone coordination, balance and motor skills and setting the stage for a lifetime of good health.

• Pretend Play: Pretend play is key for developing curiosity and critical thinking, and there are many avenues for role-playing activities that teach the importance of sustainability.

Using action toys, kids can be anything they want to be, from farmers to explorers to environmental superheroes.

Pretend play also presents a fun way to introduce ecofriendly habits that kids can adopt in their daily lives, like turning the water off while they brush their teeth or reducing their plastic footprint by opting for reusable products.

From building a mini greenhouse to studying animal habitats, there are tons of playful learning ideas for indoor and outdoor fun available at thegeniusofplay.org, a great online resource for parents.

Kids are absorbing new information all the time, especially when they’re having fun. To raise earth-conscious kids, incorporate environmental values into playtime. StatePoint

White House Lays Out Plan To Combat Anti-Asian Hate

By Lily Bohlke With the rise in anti-Asian violence and hate since the pandemic began, Mainers say elected officials have a crucial role in combating discrimination.

This week’s White House unveiled plans to address racism against the Asian American and Pacific Islander community, ranging from increasing access to hate-crime data to requiring law enforcement training on hate crimes.

Tae Chong, a member of the Portland City Council, said it’s important to show unity in the face of hate crimes in Georgia, New York, and even here in Portland, the site of a recent incident where a white man allegedly yelled racist remarks at an Asian woman and her 12-year-old daughter, attacking their car.

“Part of hate being spread is just the language people use to characterize Asian Americans as carriers of COVID, which is absolutely not true,” Chong explained. “You know, facts don’t seem to matter when you add hate to it because any kind of hate language is about misinformation.”

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February of this year, the group Stop AAPI Hate documented roughly 3,800 hate incidents from verbal harassment to shunning and physical assault.

Chong acknowledged vigils and rallies to honor victims and condemn hate to help heal communities when tragedies occur, but he contended they’re not enough.

He urged residents to challenge misinformation, even when it may be uncomfortable.

“What we want to do is prevent those tragedies by talking to people in our families at the dinner tables and educating them and being persistent and consistent for it to sink in,” Chong emphasized.

Rep. Grace Meng, D-N.Y., and Sen. Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaii, have reintroduced the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act, which would designate a Justice Department official to facilitate quick review of hate crimes related to the coronavirus.

It also would make online reporting of hate crimes available in multiple languages and expand culturally competent public education campaigns.

April 2, 2021

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