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Consultant With Disputed Contract Demands Payment, Threatens Central Basin With Lawsuit

La Palma Bank of America Cashes Fake $8,000 Check BY BRIAN HEWS

BY BRIAN HEWS Dallas Fowler, the self-proclaimed media professional and consultant, has sent a threatening letter to the Central Basin Board and spoke during public comment today at CB’s regular board meeting demanding payment for work Fowler claims she did in regards to SB 625. “I had a verbal agreement with Central Basin directors and the general manager to perform emergency services for SB625. I was contacted by CB Directors Vasquez and Camacho-Rodriguez and (former CB GM) Panilla who told me they could not access the building but I would still be able to invoice later.” Last week HMG-CN exclusively reported about Fowler using the names of

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VOLUNTEERS at Share Our Selves (S.O.S.) food pantry preparing bags of groceries to distribute to those in need. The nationally recognized nonprofit serves the needy using four locations in Orange County.

BY LAURIE HANSON A true lifesaver during the pandemic celebrating their 50th anniversary serving the needy in Orange County is the nationally recognized multi-faceted nonprofit Share Our Selves (S.O.S.). “Our services have been impacted and

State Sen. Archuleta Attends La Mirada Veterans Event

limited [by COVID-19], but we continue to serve our community with an even greater need for support and resources,” said Imelda Buncab, who has served S.O.S. as community engagement manager for the last 14 months.

A Stockton mom of three was out $8,000 after the Bank of America in La Palma cashed a fake check for someone posing as her, and then refused to give her money back. Vanessa Tafolla told the local TV station in Stockton that someone walked into the bank nearly 400 miles away claiming to be her. The scammer deposited a fake $9,550.50 check from Canada, signed Vanessa’s name and walked out with $8,000 cashback. When the fake check was returned unpaid, Vanessa was out the money she’d spent years saving to buy her first house. Vanessa reported the fraud, but the bank refused to refund the money, saying

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Bellflower's Veterans Memorial Dedicated

HONORING VETERANS are from (l-r) La Mirada City Councilmember Anthony Otero, Mayor John Lewis, Senator Bob Archuleta (D-Norwalk), Mayor pro tem Ed Eng and Councilmember Steve De Ruse.

AT THE DEDICATION of the new Bellflower Veterans Memorial, are from (l-r) Councilmembers Sonny Santé Ines; Ray Dunton; Mayor Juan Garza, and Councilmembers Dan Koops and Ray Hamada at the official ribbon cutting.

BY TAMMYE MCDUFF

The City of La Mirada held the annual Veterans Day Observance on Wednesday, November 11th at the Civic Center with special guest Senator Bob Archuleta for-

Virtual Drive Beginning Nov. 20th, ABC7 launches toy drive. Page 2.

merly a member of the 82nd Airborne. La Mirada resident Robert Castillo [U.S. Army; Corporal] shared the importance of recognizing the service of our veterans. A Korean War veteran and para-

Fundraising Event Huntington Disease Society of America. Page 4.

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Crime Summaries Cerritos and La Mirada; man beats mom and aunt. See page 7.

In February of this year, Bellflowers’ City Council approved designs to enhance the Veterans Memorial at the Library Garden. The new memorial was

Holiday Delights Celebrate with dishes from morning to night. See page 8.

dedicated the morning of November 11, Veterans Day 2020. The enhancements include individual monuments and flag poles for the five branches of the military and POW’s; a

Mission History The missions drove local economies to success. See page 9.

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Girl's Softball Artesia 18U Punishers do well in Las Vegas. Page 10.

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Virtual Spark of Love Toy Drive

BEGINNING November 20th, ABC7 will launch a virtual ‘stuff a bus’ where viewers can learn how they can donate toys to Spark of Love. Viewers and community members can purchase and donate toys online at “Spark of Love” myregistry.com now through December 24th.

BY TAMMYE MCDUFF ABC7 is joined by the SoCal Firefighters, Toys for Tots in their first on-air campaign in support of the largest community toy drive in the nation. “Over the past two and a half decades, the ‘Spark of Love Toy Drive’ has collected more than nine million toys,” stated Elita Adjei, ABC Owned Television Stations media contact. The toy drive campaign accepts new, unwrapped toys and sport equipment for underserved children and teens in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Orange, Ventura and Riverside counties. Due to the pandemic, ABC7 has launched the popular toy drive online in an all-virtual campaign in partnership. The campaign is normally held across numerous locations throughout the state, however coupled with the California wildfires, ABC7 and its community partners

anticipate the need for toys will reach an unprecedented demand. To ensure they can meet this demand, beginning November 20th, ABC7 will launch a virtual ‘stuff a bus’ where viewers can learn how they can donate toys to Spark of Love. Additionally, every Friday until December 18th, ABC will air stories of families in need while raising awareness of the toy drive. Viewers and community members can purchase and donate toys online at “Spark of Love” myregistry.com now through December 24th. Financial donations can be made online at The Los Angeles Fire Departments Foundation or text ‘TOY” to 310.929.6907. Viewers can obtain additional information at abc7.com/sparkoflove

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Plane Crash in Pacoima Kills Pilot

THE AIRCRAFT crashed just outside Whiteman Airport, a private general aviation airport in the Pacoima area of the San Fernando Valley.

A plane crashed on a residential street in the Pacoima neighborhood of Los Angeles, just outside a small airport yesterday narrowly mising homes. An unidentified, single-engine Cessna 172, crashed on approach to runway 12 at Whiteman Airport, a private general aviation airport in Los Angeles County, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. The only person aboard the small

aircraft was the pilot, the administration said. One witness was checked for injuries but did not need to be transported to a hospital. Firefighters extinguished a fire that engulfed two parked cars on the street where the plane crashed, then kept the fire from spreading to a nearby home, the department said. The plane also took down power lines on the street.

$275,000 Grant for Long Beach Bike Safety STAFF REPORT The city of Long Beach was awarded a $275,000 state grant to expand its bicycle and pedestrian education activities, it was announced this week. The one-year grant from California Office of Traffic Safety will be used for the Health Department’s “Walk and Roll Long Beach Program,” and will help

educate the public on the importance of using safety equipment such as reflective arm bands, bicycle lights, reflectors, and helmets, city officials said. Among other things, the funds will be used to host bicycle and pedestrian safety popups, where staff will distribute safety information, and reflective gear at street intersections frequently traveled by pedestrians and bicyclists.

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African-American Hero Honored at Bowers Museum

AT THE BOWER’S FLUOR GALLERY is ‘Test of Medal: Charles J. Shaw and the Montford Point Marines’, the first Black drill instructor to train an integrated platoon of Marines. BY TAMMYE MCDUFF In honor of all Veterans, the Bowers Museum will grant free admission to all veterans from November 11, 2020 to January 10, 2021 for the temporary display honoring local hero Charles Shaw. On view in Bower’s Fluor Gallery is ‘Test of Medal: Charles J. Shaw and the Montford Point Marines’, the first Black drill instruction to train an integrated platoon of Marines and an important member of the African American community in Santa Ana. Included in the display are Shaw’s personal possessions from his time in the Marines, various medals and patches and most remarkably, his Congressional Gold Medal and Certificate. From 1942 until 1949, nearly 20,000 African American men from across the United States came to Montford Point camp in Jacksonville, North Carolina seeking the American dream of inclusion and the opportunity to defend the country as a United States Marine. Like the wider society at large that was socially and culturally divided by race, the Marine Corps trained these men separately denying them their rightful place in the corps and in its rich tradition of service. On November 23, 2011, President Barack Obama signed into law a bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the Montford Point Marines. Almost a decade later, in a private ceremony on October 10, 2020, Charles Shaw was posthumously awarded the Congressional Gold Medal and recognized for his pioneering role in desegregating the USMC.

CHARLES SHAW earned the Congressional Gold Medal.

This display is free with museum general admission for all visitors, admission also includes ‘Inside the Walt Disney Archives’ exhibit as well as the seven other permanent exhibitions. On Tuesday, November 20th, Bowers will hold a virtual presentation entitled ‘Charles J. Shaw and the Montford Point Marines: presented by L.E. Johnson’. Several other important programs featuring and honoring Veterans will accompany this display through January.

COVID-19 Cases Jump in L.A. County STAFF REPORT

7 new deaths & 2,533 new confirmed cases of COVID-19. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) continues to see significant increases in key indicators, including daily new cases and test positivity rates. Since last week, L.A. County has experienced over 2,000 new cases nearly every day. On November 3, the average number of daily cases was 1,464, and one month before, on October 3, that number of daily cases reported was 988. Testing results are available for near-

ly 3,320,000 individuals with 9% of all people testing positive. The County's test positivity rate, or the percentage of tests that come back positive, has increased from an average of about 3.6% on October 3 to about 5.9% today. Increasing daily case numbers and increasing test positivity percents are deeply troubling and more evidence of accelerating community transmission. Public Health reminds everyone that testing does not prevent people from transmitting and acquiring the virus and is not a substitute for distancing from other people outside your household, wearing face coverings over your nose and mouth, hand washing and avoiding crowds.

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Small Business Saturday in La Mirada Nov. 28 BY TAMMYE MCDUFF

LA MIRADA MAYOR John Lewis, left, gives Chamber of Commerce President Richard Trujillo the small business proclamation.

The City of La Mirada decreed a proclamation declaring November 28th as Small Business Saturday. The proclamation was received by Chamber of Commerce president Richard Trujillo. Mayor John Lewis stated “From the storefront shops that anchor each Main Street to the high tech startups that keep America on the cutting edge, small businesses are the backbone of our economy and the cornerstone of this nations promise. When we support small business and shop locally, jobs are created and local

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communities preserve their unique culture.” Small Business Saturday was created in 2010 by American Express to promote and patronize small brick and mortar businesses at the beginning of the holiday season. “La Mirada supports and joins in this effort to help small endeavors do what they do best, ensure that our community remains as vibrant tomorrow as it does today,” commented Lewis. Executive Director Noel Jaimes in a statement to Chamber members encourage to promote “Shop La Mirada” website during the holiday season and to make sure every business is signed up and listed. During the month of October the Chamber sponsored a coupon promotional give away headed by Janice Grider, where 500 gift bags of coupons and promotional items from La Mirada businesses encourage consumers to shop locally.

Team HOPE Event Supporting Huntington Disease

TEAM HOPE is the Huntington Disease Society of America largest national grassroots fundraising event. BY TAMMYE MCDUFF The Orange County chapter of the Huntington Disease Society of America [HDSA] will be hosting their Team HOPE walk – California style on Sunday December 6th. Participants will meet outside of Starlight Surveying Inc, beginning at 9:00 a.m. in Irvine. Participants have the choice of driving around or taking a stroll, following event safety guidelines. Team HOPE is HDSA’s largest national grassroots fundraising event. Thousands of families, and communities walk together each year to support HDSA’s fight to improve the lives of people affected by Huntington’s disease [HD]. This fatal genetic disease affects the nerve cells in the brain, and has affected 39,000 California residents and

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Continued from page 1 trooper from the 187 Airborne Regimental Combat Team stated: “I made two combat jumps in Korea. When you are a combat jumper, you receive extra stars for your wings, which many men do not live to receive. I am proud of that. It was an exciting experience. Every veteran whether they admit it or not, appreciates recognition. The worst thing you can do is read the paper and see how veterans were treated, especially those from Viet Nam. And this day is one of those recognitions. Basically that’s all we have to prove we have not been forgotten.” “On behalf of the City of La Mirada, we welcome you today to celebrate our Veterans. Although this year is a little different,” began Mayor John Lewis, “it re-

their families. HD causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. It deteriorates a person’s physical and mental abilities usually during their prime working years and there is no cure. Every child of a parent with HD has a 50/50 chance of inheriting the faulty gene. There are approximately 41,000 symptomatic Americans and 200,000 at-risk of inheriting the disease. A virtual walk is a real walk, but on the participants terms choosing the course, whether in their personal neighborhood, local park or even the treadmill. To participate in Team HOPE or for more information contact Karen Morey at 949.542.3907 or by email at kmorey@ starlightsurveying.com. Registration is free and all donations go toward HDSA. mains as important as ever to recognize those who have fought for our freedoms and continue to protect us today.” Since the end of the WWI, on the 11th hour of the 11th day in the 11th month, the American people have observed this day. First as Armistice Day and now as Veterans Day, Lewis stated, “To all the veterans that gathered today, we are forever thankful for your service and grateful for your sacrifice, each one of you posses courage, pride, a sense of service and loyalty to this country, all qualities needed to serve a greater cause than one’s self.” Archuleta added, “We may have changed in the way we look these days, but what is the same is the passion for this country and you can still see it the eyes of each veteran. The eyes tell it all in service, pride and honor.” La Mirada is one of only a few cities that held its annual recognitions on Veterans Day in the 32nd District.

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LOS ALAMITOS MEDICAL CENTER CEO Kent Clayton cuts the ribbon with CFO Jeff Robey and CNO Judy Chabot to open the new Step Down Unit. LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – SDU’s are hospital units for patients that no longer are required to be in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) or a Critical Care Unit (CCU) but are not yet well enough to be in the general care unit. Los Alamitos Medical Center (LAMC) has opened a new Step Down Unit (SDU) to provide the highest-quality care in the most appropriate setting. The new LAMC Step Down Unit, with its modern technology that includes onthe-wall computer units, provides a higher level of care than regular telemetry units (rooms with vital sign monitors that continuously transmit data, such as your heart

rate, breathing, and blood pressure) while giving the flexibility to be used as a telemetry unit, if needed. “We are really excited to be opening this new unit – I’m proud to be able to add this level of service for the patients in our community,” said Kent Clayton, Chief Executive Officer of Los Alamitos Medical Center. In addition to the state-of-the art technology, the new SDU has 18 beds and single rooms to help with patient flow from the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), which means LAMC is better equipped to serve the community during this upcoming flu season.

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Grand Theft Auto On Nov. 4 8:50 AM near the 1700 block of Crusader a Nissan was stolen and recovered. On Nov. 4 at the 13200 block of Moore Street, a hummer was stolen & recovered. On Nov. 6 between 11 AM near the 2100 block of State Road a Ford was stolen and not recovered Vehicle burglary On Nov. 7 at 5:43 AM near the 12900 block of Dawn Dr, a Tesla's window was shattered and the suspect took cash. On Nov. 8 between 2 AM and 4 PM near the 18300 block of Alexander Ave., wooden plaques were stolen from a Toyota with no signs of forced entry.

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Robbery On Nov. 3 at 5:16 PM near the 11800 block of South Street, the victim arranged to meet suspect in a restaurant to sell their iPhone. The suspect grabbed the phone from the victims hand and took off. On Nov. 6 at 4:21 PM near the 10900 block of a Alondra Boulevard inside a store the suspect placed items into a shopping cart and tried to leave without paying, the owner blocked his path but the suspect pulled the shopping cart away from him. The suspect then removed all the items from the cart and exited the store. Aggravated assault On Nov. 2 at 10:33 AM near the 13200 block of Essex Place the suspect apparently got into a fight with his mom and his aunt. He punched his mom in the face and body several times then pushed his aunt out of bed, punching her in the face several times. The man was arrested. On Nov. 6 between 8 AM and 8:30 AM at College Hospital a suspect dropped a tray of food on the victims head and punched him in the face. Residential burglary On Nov. 3 between 2 AM and 7 AM at the 13200 block of Sutton Street, an unlocked garage was burgled and several items were stolen. On Nov. 5 at 12:30 AM near the 13300 block of Artesia Blvd., the rear steel door of a pharmacy was bent and damaged, nothing was taken. Grand Theft On Nov. 3 at 6 PM near the 11100 block of 183rd St. a large quantity of jeans was stolen from the store. Just 3.5 hours earlier in the same area another large quantity of jeans was stolen. On Nov. 2 near the the 13500 block of Felson, a catalytic converter was stolen from a 2008 Toyota Prius. On Nov. 6 at 8 AM at the 12600 block of Artesia Boulevard a bicycle was stolen from the apartments. On Nov. 8 between 7 and 10 PM at the 13000 block of Moore Street a generator was stolen.

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Notable Arrests • Eight suspects were arrested throughout La Mirada for various warrants and narcotics violations. Robbery • A late night altercation was reported on the 15000 block Alondra Blvd. The incident developed into a robbery where several gold chains were stolen a brief pursuit by the victim. No injuries were sustained during the incident. Vehicle Burglary • A tool set was reported stolen during an overnight burglary on the 15200 block of Campillos Rd. Grand Theft • An electronic device was reported stolen during a daytime theft on the 15700 block of Imperial Hwy. • Two chainsaws were reported stolen during a daytime theft on the 15100 block of Granada Ave. Grand Theft Auto • A sedan was reported stolen on the14000 block of Lynmark St. • A sedan was reported stolen on the 14300 block of Rosecrans Ave. • A SUV was reported stolen on the 15200 block of Ocaso Ave. • A truck was reported stolen on the 15800 block of Imperial Hwy. • A motorcycle was reported stolen on the 13800 block of Ramsey Dr. • A stolen sedan was recovered on the 15800 block of Imperial Hwy.

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Adopt a Family Affected by Childhood Cancer for the Holidays This holiday season, give the gift of hope to families of the Jonathan Jaques Children’s Cancer Institute by participating in “Adopt a Family.” The Adopt a Family program encourages the community to adopt families by donating gift cards and/or giving monetary donations to families faced with childhood cancer or serious blood disorders. Donations can be made from Friday, Nov. 20 to Friday, Dec. 11. For more information, contact the Jonathan Jaques Children’s Cancer Institute at (562) 933-8600. Donation Drop Off Location: Jonathan Jaques Children’s Cancer Institute, 701 E. 28th St., Suite 202, Long Beach, CA 90806

Pioneer HS Hosts Thanksgiving Meal Drive-thru Donation Whittier-area families in need will receive Thanksgiving dinner fixings and a $25 gift card to help purchase a turkey during a drive-through donation coordinated by local nonprofit Helping Homeless Vets - LA. The nonprofit hopes to supply up to 100 families with Thanksgiving meals. The donation event will continue while supplies last. COVID-19 safety and social distancing protocols will be observed during the donation. The event will occur this Sunday, Nov. 15 9 a.m. while supplies last at Pioneer High School student parking lot 10800 Benavon Street, Whittier. Helping Homeless Vets - LA (HHVLA) is a Pico Rivera-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit administered by Pioneer High School Custodial Operations Supervisor John Lopez and his wife, HHV-LA president and founder Cynthia PerryLopez. Together they have worked to bring aide and awareness to the growing population of homeless veterans in the Los Angeles area and across the nation. Several Pioneer High custodial workers will help staff the donation event. You can find out more about the organization on their Fcebook page at pioneerhighschool

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The Missions Are Part of State's History BY GREG MELLEN OC CATHOLIC The elevation to sainthood in 2015 of Father Junipero Serra, the Catholic priest who played a central role in the colonization of California, evangelization of local inhabitants and establishment of the mission system, brought with it controversy and opened some old wounds. It also reignited consideration of the mission era and its role in the economic development of the state. It is around those missions and communities that modern-day Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego were built. Dr. Lynne Doti, a professor of economics emeritus at Chapman University, added a new wrinkle to the conversation with her 2019 paper, “Spanish California Missions: An Economic Success.” As an economic expert with a historical bent, Doti approached the era from 1769, when Serra and his party arrived in California, until the mid 1800s from the perspective of what she called “a cost-benefit analysis.” She posits that the only way the missions could succeed was for the local population to remain engaged. An alternate subtitle to Doti’s paper is “Why Did They Stay?” The missions were responsible for the early development of a Western economy, technological advancement and prosperity and sustainability. They also ushered in modern agriculture and the introduction of fruit trees, including the first citrus orchard in 1804. For all that was harsh about the missions, they provided reliable sources of food, clothing and permanent housing. “While there were many negative aspects of mission life, virtually all the Coastal Native Californians willingly joined the missions and stayed,” Doti wrote. “Their continually increasing skills and trade with military outposts and passing ships provided the economic success of the missions.” The missions arose in 1769 and continued through the early 19th century before they were dismantled in the wake of Mexican independence, leaving only the parishes. Missions, which would eventually stretch from San Diego to the San Francisco area, typically began with just a couple of priests and a handful of soldiers and indigenous workers from Baja. To survive they required local participation. When Fr. Serra and his contingent journeyed north to California, which Juan

Cabrillo had claimed for the crown in the 16th century, it was to ward off other European nations, evangelize the population and build sustainable communities. To this end they offered regular meals in communal settings. The missionaries also had cloth and clothing that were prized by the indigenous people, as were beads and ribbon. Missionaries also offered education in Spanish language and Catholicism, and taught and used new technologies such as farming, weaving and leather making. In her paper, Doti writes, “Serra saw nothing wrong with using gifts to lure Indians into what he called the ‘apostolic and evangelical net.’ Missionaries called this spiritual fishing and thought of themselves as ‘fishers of men.’” However, there was little to work with. “Their only resources for starting an economy were themselves, a few animals and a nearby source of water,” Doti wrote. Because Alta California at the time was on the extreme frontier and distant from Spanish support systems, Doti said the new missions “were different than anything in Central and South America. They started with nothing.” The tribes the missionaries encountered, particularly in Southern California, operated mostly on subsistence economies, according to Doti. “They were fairly comfortable,” she said. “In Southern California you don’t need much.” While Catholics sought to bring the light and salvation of Christianity to indigenous populations, their practices were harsh and, they believed, necessary. Questions remain about the extent to which mission success was achieved by coercion or by offering a better way of life and a sense of community and God’s love. At the height of the mission era, about 21,000 Mission Indians produced hide, tallow, wool and textiles. A trading system between communities, forts and passing ships sustained the colonial economy. As for the suffering of indigenous peoples throughout the Americas, Pope Francis, who was born in Argentina, said, “I humbly ask forgiveness, not only for the offense of the Church herself, but also for crimes committed against the native peoples during the so-called conquest of America.” Today, the surviving mission buildings are among the state’s most popular historic and cultural attractions and where the last physical vestiges of the mission era remain.

Montebello Celebrates 100th Anniversary

SENATOR BOB ARCHULETA and Chief Brad Keller posed for a photo before the parade kicked off throughout the streets of Montebello. The city celebrated its 100th anniversary with a caravan-style parade that traveled throughout the city. Parade participants rode in historic vehicles and on the back of flatbed trucks as they waved to residents watching from their cars and homes. The caravan, which took place the day after Montebello’s 100th birthday, began at the Montebello-Commerce Metrolink Station and ended at Bicknell Park. Montebello is planning on having other events throughout the 2021.

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SURF CITY TOURNEYS LAS VEGAS SHOWCASE Oldest Artesia Punishers Team Leaves Las Vegas Feeling Good in First Action of Season BY LOREN KOPFF @LORENKOPFF ON TWITTER LAS VEGAS-A few months ago, Utah became the first state within driving distance to open for youth sports, followed by Arizona. Now, Nevada became the latest neighboring state to open for youth sports and that’s where the Artesia Punishers 18 Gold travel softball team landed for its first tournament of the 2020-2021 season. Early last month, Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak allowed youth sports to resume in the Silver State and this past weekend, the Artesia Punishers participated in the Surf City Tourneys Las Vegas Showcase, winning the first four games in pool play action at Majestic Park before recording a tie in its final game this past Sunday afternoon. Surf City Tourneys is in conjunction with the Premier Girls Fastpitch organization. “Everybody is excited, including the parents, the players and the coaches,” said Artesia Punishers head coach Bobby Medina. “Even though we had to go to Las Vegas to play, we’re still excited. I think they did a great job social distancing and the whole works and sanitizing everything in between games. I really was impressed on the attention that they put in towards that.” In the past, Medina would enter his teams in November tournaments in Las Vegas. So, even with California still closed for youth sports, Nevada was open, and

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Continued from page 1 Adults, families, and children who are experiencing food and housing insecurity (including homelessness), and those with medical, dental, behavioral health or legal needs can be served at any one of four locations though out the county. S.O.S. has a full-service pharmacy, and their social service center helps with financial assistance, case management, CalFresh signups, and offers legal services through a partnership with the Public Law Center. S.O.S. locations include the El Sol Wellness Center in Santa Ana, the Children and Family Health Center in Newport Beach, the Community Health Center in Mission Viejo and the main campus at the Community Health Center in Costa Mesa. “We continue to provide essential services and know the need will be even greater as the pandemic’s impacts persists,” added Buncab. “We have especially seen an increase in need for services since COVID-19 in our food pantry and pharmacy.” From March to August, S.O.S. distributed more than 28,400 food bags and filled more than 13,500 prescriptions, according to their COVID-19 Impact Report. The high number of prescriptions filled were due to patients worrying they would not have access to them during the stay at home orders, said Buncab. Other changes they’ve undergone since the coronavirus include having part of their team doing remote work, limiting volunteer work to their food pantry, and having their seasonal programs planned around the virus mitigation and approval from the O.C. Health Care Agency, “Our priority was and remains the health and safety of our patients, volun-

the Punishers would have come to Sin City anyway. He said that three weeks ago, the tournament director put it out there for teams to register to be a part of the tournament and a week later, the Punishers were already penciled in for anything that was coming up, according to Medina. “We’ll do anything,” Medina said. “I believe that it’s safe the way that they’re playing and practicing. We’re going far and beyond the protocols. I’m excited that we’re out practicing. I know that there’s no games [in California]; you can’t scrimmage. That’s going to come soon. All we can do is wait.” Medina added that the protocol routines that the players and coaches went through were tough, but they fulfilled all the obligations. Prior to leaving for Las Vegas, everyone had to get a COVID test at the beginning of last week, and if anyone came up positive, then the Punishers were not going to come out to Las Vegas. The team had to have a temperature check 10 teers, staff, and program participants,” said Buncab. “For example, we planned our Back-ToSchool backpack distribution as a drivethrough-no-contact pick up for the families. With this process we were able to distribute over 500 backpacks.” Other seasonal resources and support include their First-In-Family College Readiness Program, Back-To-School, Thanksgiving, and Adopt A Family. “S.O.S. helps provide and connect individuals and families with a variety services and/or resources to improve community health outcomes,” she added. Share Our Selves (S.O.S.) was founded in the 1970s by community members to care for those in need. And at the time of their inception, some of those most in need were local migrant farm workers, according to Buncab. Their mission is that they are servants who provide care and assistance to those in need, and act as advocates for systemic change. “The people that work and make up S.O.S. are here because of our mission to serve our community,” explained Buncab. “We all share the commitment to help those who are vulnerable through the resources and assistance S.O.S. provides. It allows us to practice this every day at our clinics, our patient care, by the food we pack, and simply by remembering the name of our neighbors seeking services.” Currently, S.O.S. has volunteer opportunities which follows government health and safety guidelines in their food pantry. In-kind donations are welcome and can be dropped off Monday through Friday anytime between 8 a.m. and 4 pm. at their main campus at 1550 Superior Avenue in Costa Mesa. For more information about volunteering or making a monetary/inkind donation, please visit online at www. shareourselves.org.

days prior to the event and it had to be monitored on a piece of paper. Upon arrival to Majestic Park all three days, everyone was given temperature check and if anyone were above the required temperature, the Punishers could not go forward. The Punishers began the tournament last Friday evening with a 2-1 win against the (Rancho Cucamonga) IE Outbreak. On the second pitch of the game, first baseman Bailey Jacobsen (Cypress High) singled and stole second. But three straight strikeouts ended that threat. In the next inning, third baseman Cheyanne Gomez (Lakewood High) singled and stole second. An out later, left fielder Jessica Lopez (Los Osos High) and shortstop Alexis Vargas (Anaheim High) each singled to load the bases. However, no one scored as the Outbreak would grab a 1-0 lead in its half of the inning. But in the next inning, the Punishers would hit paydirt as Jacobsen led off

with an infield single and advanced to third on a double from Valerie Jorgensen (Pacifica High). A walk issued to right fielder Isabella Mondragon (Martin Luther King High) loaded the bases. Jacobsen would later score on a wild pitch and with one out, a groundout from Gomez plated Jorgensen for the game winner. The Punishers, who tallied seven hits in the game, would get one more hit the rest of the way, the third from Jacobsen, and would strand seven runners on base. Rachelle Garcia (Monrovia High) would scatter six hits, strikeout one and yield an unearned run. “We know that we have a good team,” Medina said. “We don’t know what we’re going to get because we haven’t played in so long. You don’t know if the kids are going to strive forward and fight through the game or they’re going to kind of lay back and say, ‘hey, we’re not sure what to expect’. They did well, they came out and they started putting things together.” Right after that game, the Punishers posted a 4-1 win against the (Sacramento) USA Proud as they scored twice in the bottom of the third inning to break a 1-1 tie. In the bottom of the second inning, left fielder Jazmine Macias (La Mirada High) was walked, stole a pair of bases and came home on a two-out single from shortstop Alyssa Lee (South Torrance See PUNISHERS page 11

California Could Decriminalize Psychedelic Drugs SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A California lawmaker wants the state to decriminalize possession of magic mushrooms and other psychedelics as part of an agenda to ratchet down the war on drugs. State Sen. Scott Wiener, D-San Francisco, plans to introduce a decriminalization bill in the Legislature next year. He was working on it with Assembly members Evan Low, D-Campbell, and Sydney Kamlager, D-Los Angeles. “Any substance can be harmful, so I’m not suggesting that anything is like nirvana,” Wiener — who said he doesn't personally take psychedelics — told the San Francisco Chronicle. “But we know that psychedelics can be used safely. We know they appear to have significant medicinal uses.” Magic mushrooms, touted as a consciousness-expanding drug in the 1960s, have been used in religious or spiritual practices in some cultures for centuries and possibly thousands of years. The mushrooms contain psilocybin, which is responsible for their psychedelic effect. Some researchers believe psilocybin and other drugs show promise in treating depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. Oakland, Santa Cruz and Denver all have effectively decriminalized possession of psychedelic mushrooms. Oakland's City Council resolution last year also covered other plants and fungi containing psychoactive substances. Washington, D.C., voters passed a similar measure last week. Also last week, Oregon became the first state to make psilocybin legal when voters approved its supervised use for mental health treatment. The Oregon Psychiatric Physicians Association and the American Psychiatric Association argued against the proposal. “We believe that science does not yet indicate that psilocybin is a safe medical treatment for mental health conditions,”

the groups said. Wiener hasn't decided on what approach his decriminalization measure would take but told the Chronicle he was leaning toward Oregon's approach, while also allowing the use of other psychedelics, such as LSD. Wiener's measure would be part of his broader agenda to scale back some antidrug laws. Wiener said he also planned to introduce a measure permitting San Francisco and Oakland to experiment with supervised “safe-injection” sites where users could take drugs safely and to reintroduce another measure to end mandatory sentences for nonviolent drug offenses. The Legislature failed the measure this year, but last year did approve another proposition that eased some mandatory sentences. “The war on drugs has been a disaster, in terms of bloating law enforcement, tearing apart communities, criminalizing addiction and spending enormous amounts of money on prisons,” Wiener said. “We need to end the war on drugs. Possession of drugs should just not be a crime.”

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Thunder followed by a 7-2 victory over generating positive energy to the batter. ber or sometime in January. Medina said he is waiting to see if the (North Las Vegas) Lilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Rebels-Pai- I was very impressed on everything they PUNISHERS that tournament is approved by state ofdid out there. Under the weather and the va. 11 AUGUST 7, 2020 To advertise call 562-407-3873 Los Cerritos Community News - LosCerritosNews.net ficials. The big blow against the Thunder rain, the little sprinkle that was coming Continued from page 10 The Punishers 16-Under team, also was a one-out, bases-clearing double down, they played very, very well. High). â&#x20AC;&#x153;Being in that extreme cold and, not coached by Medina and Leo Amaya from Mondragon in the top of the fifth educatefare our as children.â&#x20AC;? In theREPORT next frame, a walk to Jacobsen inning, erasing a 1-0 deficit. STAFF well as its older counteronly that, challenging the kids from not didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Observing the requirements to wear was followed up four pitches later by a Through the first four innings, the playing for a long timeâ&#x20AC;Śto put them parts, claiming one victory in seven masks and social distancing guidelines, two-run home that run itfrom Jorgensen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know can be costly to prePunishers had no hits and just four bas- through these elements, my hatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s off to games in the same tournament. participating families remained in pareThe a child for school, especially during final run came in the fifth when The lone win came last safely Saturday everyone on the team,â&#x20AC;? he later said. erunners. their vehicles while DPSS Toy Loan staff these challenging times,â&#x20AC;? Supervisor Solis pinch hitter Taina Togia (Kennedy High) in a 5-3 victory over the (Tracy) All three hits the Punishers got in â&#x20AC;&#x153;The coaches stood in there, the players morning told reporters to theand distribution at a placed the backpacks their trunks. ForIn singled with prior two outs scored on American Sports in Academy-Hood. the game came in the fifth while Lopez, stood in there, and they still had spirit All DPSS Toy Loan Headquarters in downfamilies that indicated they use public base hit from Gomez. six losses, the Punishers were outwho worked the first three innings, and no matter how cold it was. The elements the town Los Angeles. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s imtransportation, an appointment was made Jorgensen went two for three while scored 47-12. Garcia each gave up a pair of hits and were tough, but as long as they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t call for a contact-free pick up. portant that as a County, we do whatever Bakersfield resident Kamryn Lopez â&#x20AC;&#x153;These are good quality teams that we can to help youth in our communities the game, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still playing and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re allowed a run. All backpacks and school supplies (Frontier High) worked the first three work hard to be a Division I player and have the tools they need to be successful Following the win, the clouds came getting our games in.â&#x20AC;? were donated by County of Los Angeles innings, scattering five hits and striking weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re trying to get the 16s at that same in the classroom. This past Sunday afternoon against employees, in from the south and the Punishers surprivate/corporate donors and out three while Garcia went the final two level,â&#x20AC;? 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People rise to the top andSmile they wish donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Toy Loan Programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Amazon good up there four runs in the top of the first inning, the second inning before giving up two rise to the top, and having a PGF 16 and Toyâ&#x20AC;&#x153;We Loanhave Program for numbers its well-earned list. and I believe welargest have and the most rightsuccesspeople one in the second and two in the third for runs in the bottom half of the inning as Under team, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for the ones reputation as the The DPSS serves 3.5 million customthe contest ended in a 2-2 tie. ful free toy-lending the the blowout win. and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re finding library even aprogram tougherinbatthat rise to County, the top. the Department of ers in L.A. After stranding the bases loaded in Jacobsen went three for three, Garcia nation. The program is sponsored supting lineup like we used to be,â&#x20AC;? and Medina â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think did iswell overall,â&#x20AC;? LOS ANGELES COUNTY SUPERVISOR Hilda L. Solis (in window) joined Dept. Public Socialthey Services the largest localhe two for two with three runs batted the top of the first inning, walks issued portedâ&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s by the Board of Supervisors. said. my goal and I talk about it went continued. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think we had some good of Public Social Services Director Antonia JimĂŠnez and DPSS Toy Loan Program Toytime. LoanWe Program created in in and Togia had a hit, a walk and scored to Jessica Lopez and Vargas set the stage social services agency in the nation. The all the used towas have 12 number that stood out and really imstaff for the annual Backpack & School Supply Giveaway to ensure that over 1,000 standouts 1935hitters during and the Great for Jacobsen, whose single plated Lo- department provides beneďŹ ts and services four thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sDepression our goal; as to ahave twice. children ages 5 through 17 have the necessary tools for a successful school year. pressed us. got hits constantly to families andThey individuals, including free service to allow low-income children Garcia also went three innings, es- pez. 12 number four hitters. So, the girls are throughout the weekend.â&#x20AC;? CalFresh food and nutrition assistance; to borrow toys from a DPSS toy lending Moments later, with runners on the finding it. 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“The proceeds fund scholarships for our programs which enable children to attend the various activities we offer,” Executive Director Lina Lumme said. “Last year, more than 100 families received scholarships from tree lot proceeds alone.” Selecting a tree from The Youth Center is a tradition for many, with supporters knowing their purchases directly benefit After School Programs including RASCALS, the Music Program, Leadership

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Academy, “Every 15 Minutes” youth drunk driving determent program, and summer camp programs. Local schools, Los Alamitos High School baseball, basketball and marching bands also benefit as well. More than 500 volunteers are needed at the tree lot and can be as young as 14 years old (without a parent). A mandatory virtual volunteer orientation will be held on Nov. 24. The lot located at 10742 Los Alamitos Boulevard in Los Alamitos is open weekdays noon to 9 p.m. and weekends 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. until trees sell out. Social distancing and masks are required for all onsite. “There’s nothing like being around the wonderful scent of pine while helping families find the perfect tree,” Lumme said. “Ninety-nine percent of those assisting with the tree lot are volunteers.” Different tree types sold are Nobles, Nordman Firs, and Douglas Fir. One of the best sellers known for longevity are the popular Nobles, while the Nordman Firs are known for their bluish-green color and strong branches. The most affordable known also for longevity are the Douglas Firs. All arrive from Oregon twice a week and are freshly re-cut on-site. Delivery is available within 30 miles for a modest fee. Wreaths, small trees (under 3’), garland, stands, tree preservatives, bags, and holiday knickknacks are available. The Youth Center is grateful and honored to have community partnerships and acknowledges their critical importance in both the nonprofit’s current and future success.

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Soroptimist Village Apartments Opens Its Waiting List Norwalk, CA – The Soroptimist Village Apartments will be accepting applications for placement on its waiting list. Soroptimist Village is a Section 8 building for seniors age 62 and older, located at 12657 Foster Road in Norwalk. The rent amount is based on 30 percent of the household’s monthly income. The maximum household size is two people for a 1 bedroom and one person for a studio. To qualify, an applicant’s total annual income cannot exceed the following amounts: • 1 person (studio apartment) $23,700 •2 people (1 bedroom apartment) $27,050 Applications will be accepted online beginning at 9:00 a.m., December 7, 2020, by visiting the City’s website at https://www.norwalk.org Applications for the waiting list must be received no later than 5 p.m. on December 14, 2020. Assistance will be provided on a firstcome, first-served basis. Selection criteria from the waiting list includes the following preferences: • Veterans – Norwalk Residents • Families of Deceased Veterans • Veterans of Norwalk and employed in the City of Norwalk • Veterans who are not residents of Norwalk

First Time Homebuyer Program for Down Payment & Closing Cost Assistance Norwalk, CA – The City Council of the City of Norwalk (City) has approved a First Time Homebuyer Program (FTHB Program) for down payment and closing costs assistance through zero interest loans to help low-income households buy their first home. The program highlights include: • The City can invest up to $85,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance. • The buyer must provide 3% of the purchase price towards the down payment. • The property must be located within the city limits. • The value of the property must not exceed 95% of the area median purchase price. • The loan is forgivable after 5 years Applications for the First Time Homebuyer Program must be received no later than 5 p.m. on November 20, 2020. For additional program information, please visit our website at www.norwalk. org or you may contact the Community Development Department at (562) 9295951.

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DNA Salon to Hold Third Annual Diapers & Dreft Campaign for Su Casa – Ending Domestic Violence Alisa Macias, co-founder and owner of DNA Salon, announced the return of the very popular Diapers and Dreft Campaign to benefit the families who live in Su Casa’s Domestic Violence Shelter. Each year, DNA Salon Co. conducts a holiday campaign for Su Casa by collecting diapers of all sizes and Dreft baby laundry soap to supplement the needs of Su Casa’s clients. Su Casa is a local nonprofit community-based organization that provides shelter and supportive services for families fleeing from domestic violence. Many of the families who turn to Su Casa for assistance arrive with only the clothes on their backs, making this diaper drive even more meaningful. “Last year alone, DNA’s clients donated over 4,950 diapers, 630 baby wipes, and 2,000 loads of laundry,” said Su Casa’s director of development Dean Lockwood. “It has always been part of the core values of DNA Salon to be active in the community and assist those less fortunate,” added Alisa Macias, owner of DNA Salon. “Whether it is providing diapers for the domestic violence shelter or shampoo and soap for the homeless, our clients care.” The campaign collections begin November 18th, and will continue through the end of the year. Diapers of all sizes and Dreft Baby Laundry Detergent, or financial contributions, can be dropped off during regular business hours at DNA Salon Co, 5466 Woodruff Avenue in Lakewood.

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“We are asking that all of our Diapers and Dreft donors remember to use the same COVID_19 health precautions that we ask our clients to use. Everyone coming to DNA Salon is required to wear a mask, have their temperature taken before entering the salon and practice social distancing. It’s safety first and foremost,” added Macias.

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'Pinnacle of Coral Taller Than The Empire State Building'

The Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District has confirmed 26 additional mosquito samples positive for West Nile virus (WNV) this week. This brings the total number of samples positive for the virus within the district’s service area to 264 samples this year. The mosquito samples all stem from areas previously identified as positive for West Nile virus. City/Date First Detected/Positive Samples Artesia 8/12/2020 3 Bell 8/11/2020 4 Bell Gardens 7/14/2020 4 Bellflower 7/14/2020 7 Cerritos 8/12/2020 3 Commerce 7/30/2020 3 Downey 7/14/2020 8 Hawaiian Gardens 9/3/2020 1 Huntington Park 8/25/2020 2 La Mirada 7/15/2020 4 Lakewood 7/23/2020 6 Long Beach 8/06/2020 2 Montebello 7/29/2020 8 Norwalk 8/26/2020 4 Pico Rivera 6/15/2020 12 Santa Fe Springs 7/15/2020 6 South Gate 7/28/2020 2 Whittier 7/15/2020 7 West Nile virus is endemic in Los Angeles County, and warm temperatures can increase virus activity and mosquito populations. As of October, 93 WNV human cases have been reported in California this year, 27 of which were identified by LADPH. Visit CalSurv Maps for a comprehensive look at this year’s West Nile virus activity throughout Los Angeles County

and Southern California. “The warm fall temperatures help West Nile virus and mosquito season continue later into the year,” said Anais Medina Diaz, public information officer for GLACVCD. “Residents need to continue practicing mosquito control in their homes by eliminating standing water and wearing insect repellent to protect themselves.” Follow the tips below to prevent mosquito bites: Apply mosquito repellent to exposed skin before going outdoors and reapply as recommended on the label. Wear insect repellent containing CDC and EPA approved active ingredients: DEET®, Picaridin, IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus. Wear light-colored, long-sleeved shirts and long pants. Close or repair all unscreened doors and windows to prevent mosquitoes from entering the home. Follow the tips below to reduce mosquito populations on your property: Eliminate standing water in clogged rain gutters, rain barrels, discarded tires, buckets, watering troughs, or anything that holds water for more than a week. Ensure that swimming pools, spas, and ponds are properly maintained. Change the water in pet dishes, birdbaths, and other small containers weekly. Request mosquitofish from your local vector control district for placement in ornamental ponds. Report neglected (green) swimming pools in your neighborhood to your vector control district. For more information on how to prevent mosquito breeding on your property, join the District’s Mosquito Watch program at www.glacvcd.org for additional mosquitorelated questions. Follow @GLAmosquito on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Enjoy every moment living worry-free THE FALKOR at work in deep waters near Cape York Peninsula near where the pinnacle was discovered. Credit-Schmidt Ocean Institute. limit such activities as commercial fishing. One detached reef at Raine Island is the world’s most important nesting area for green sea turtles. The team first glimpsed the new pinnacle on Oct. 19, “We could see it in 3-D,” a team member said. The team then conducted an exploratory dive on Oct. 25 with the underwater robot. “It was thrilling,” said team leader Dr. Beaman of the summit’s riot of life. “There were sharks everywhere, three different kinds.” The dive found not only hosts of fish and corals but the shells of chambered nautiluses — a living fossil whose ancestors go back a half-billion years. Dr. Beaman said the reef’s limestone base is roughly a mile wide and the summit rises more than 1,690 feet, about 130 feet shy of the sea’s surface. The pinnacles are ancient, he said, having grown slowly over millions of years to their current heights. Dr. Beaman said it happened as the seabed receded in step with Australia’s rocky footings moving downward over geologic time in a process known as continental drift. In response, the corals kept building new layers so their symbiotic algae would be close enough to the surface to tap sunlight for photosynthesis. “They grow from the top down,” hesaid of the pinnacles. “They keep clinging to this living zone.”

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A team of scientists reported finding a detached coral feature that rises from the seabed to a height of nearly one-third of a mile. Its discoverers call it the first large new element of Australia’s famous reef system to be identified in more than 120 years. The discovery was made aboard a joint research expedition of Australian scientists and the Schmidt Ocean Institute, based in Palo Alto, Calif. Founded by Eric Schmidt, the former chairman of Google, and his wife, Wendy, the institute lets scientists use its research vessel, the Falkor, at no cost. Nearly the length of a football field, the ship can map the remote seabed with beams of sound and lower tethered and autonomous robots that capture close-up images of the unexplored depths. The new discovery lies in the northern part of the reef roughly 60 miles from the Cape York Peninsula, a wilderness area in Australia’s far north that has few towns, ports or tourists. That makes its nearby reefs relatively difficult to visit and explore. Bathed in clear waters, the detached reefs swarm with sponges, corals and brightly colored fish — as well as sharks — and are oases for migrating sea life. Their remoteness makes the pinnacles little-studied, and Australia’s Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority has assigned them its highest levels of protection, which

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Continued from page 1 Vasquez and Camacho-Rodriguez’ as an entry to submit $21,000 in consulting fees to CB GM Alex Rojas. The submittal was highly questionable, and invoked memories of Ron and Ton Calderon and former disgraced CB GM Art Aguilar; the invoice submitted was not approved by a board majority nor is there a signed contract. In an email to Rojas Fowler wrote, “I'm Dallas Fowler, I was referred to you by Directors Vasquez-Wilson and CamachoRodriguez to submit my invoices for work performed.” Rojas asked for a contract and received an unsigned document, with Fowler telling Rojas, “it was a labor of love.” Fowler claimed she performed public relations, “creating press releases, press kits, social media videos, and spreading that information to local and national media outlets.” HMG-CN, who’s coverage of CB is unparalleled and who published several articles related to SB 625, was not contacted and did not receive any correspondence from Ms. Fowler. 2UrbanGirls also questioned Ms. Fowler’s sudden interest in SB 625 given that her only work on the project were a few social media posts and a mass email sent to Sen. Steve Bradford. In addition, at least three CB officials, VP Art Chacon, and Directors Phil Hawkins and Bob Apodaca, have never heard of nor met Fowler. Finally, HMG-CN confirmed with State Senator Bob Archuleta’s (D-Norwalk) staff that, similar to the CB officials, no one at Archuleta’s had met nor 9/23/05 heard of A0424-Usedoffice Oil (Cerritos)

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Fowler. Archuleta led the fight to defeat SB 625. Fowler continued, "I shall not suffer further damages, it was made clear to me that I would be compensated for my services included in this email and the attached supporting documentation. She then levelled allegations of discrimination, “please see the attached supporting documentation, I am hopeful that we can resolve this I am sure it is not the intent and practice of Central Basin to discriminate against minority women business enterprises.” The supporting documentation that Fowler included, with Fowler claiming she worked 245 hours, was barely five pages, much of which could be found in articles published by HMG-CN. In fact Fowler included a link to one of the stories on HMG's website in her supporting documentation. In one page, Fowler gave out a script for constituents to use when calling area officials involved with SB 625, the first sentence stated “please remember your comment must be short and no moe [sic] that 2-3 sentences.tmin [sic]. HMG-CN sent several questions to Fowler related to the contract, she ignored the questions and responded with an incoherent statement, “Thank you for these emails. You have made it clear to me that you are in fact a part of this criminal enterprise. Which is why you were not included in our initial engagement.” HMG-CN included Director Chacon in the emails who wrote, “You mean the criminal enterprise that requires five board members to approve a contract and refuses to pay for unapproved and unsigned contracts?” The business Fowler claims to run is itself very questionable. Her website’s first 1:33 Page 1 page,PMdallasfowler.com, has a picture of her

JASMYNE CANNICK (3rd from left) with Fowler (to her left). Cannick is very good friends with CB Director Vasquez, who back in 2013, after winning a seat on Central Basin, handed out a questionable $9,000 contract to Cannick.

and a “Keep in Touch” button. Clicking on the keep in touch button goes to an error page and no other pages exist on the site. On her LinkedIn account, Fowler claims she is a principal of a company called Daltek Global with a website of daltekglobal.com. Similar to her dallasfowler.com site, the daltekglobal.com site’s is very questionable. Touting herself as a public relations and media professional, Daltek's Media page has not been updated with articles since March 2012. All links on the right side of the Media page when clicked on land on an error page. In addition, only three other pages exist; a very plain Home page, an About Us page with two paragraphs of content, and a Contact Us page. In another troubling sign, a check on

the California Secretary of State’s website shows Daltek is suspended by California’s Franchise Tax Board and has not filed the required Statement of Information since 2017. Reasons for suspension include failure to file proper paperwork and paying the $800 annual filing fee, to failure to pay taxes. And Fowler knows political operative Jasmyne Cannick who was involved in a similar contract situation with CB back in 2013. After Vasquez was elected, and James Roybal and Bob Apodaca were reelected, Vasquez handed out a $9,000 contract to Cannik that was questioned by other directors including Chacon and Hawkins. Chacon told HMG-CN, ““The District apparently has added Cannick, some sort of media relations specialist, whatever that means.”

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people who can respond to that need. Here's how it works. First, requests are vetted and submitted by a either a case worker, social worker or county or child welfare professional to the CarePortal network. Second, Response Teams will determine if they can fulfill this need. CarePortal will also note who has responded so everyone can easily see what needs are remaining. There are several alternative levels of response. Tier One provides resources to stabilize the situation of children and their caregivers. Tier Two, one of the most important responses, provides support for children and families through sharing your time and developing caring relationships. Tier 3 is welcoming children or families either temporarily or permanently into your home. There are multiple ways you can help meet the needs of these most vulnerable youth and their families through CarePortal. First, pray that those in need feel God's love and mercy through these acts of generosity from our faith communities. Second, discern whether or not you and your family could serve as part of a Response Team. Parents could consider joining a Response Team as a family unit to model the virtues of caring and compassion to their children. Philanthropic organizations can join as a group, so the responsibilities are not on just one individual or family. When a request is received, the Response Team decides if this is a need they can fulfill, either fully or partially. Third, sign up as a Response Team member at our CarePortal Zoom Presentation on November 24th at 7 p.m. Finally, commit to serve as "God's hands and feet upon the earth through CarePortal." If you have any questions, please contact Monica Kovach, St. Irenaeus Health Ministry Coordinator, at 310-490-6113.

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The City of Cerritos encourages its residents to recycle their used motor oil and oil filters. It’s quick, it’s easy, and it’s the right thing to do.

Anything that goes into a storm drain in Cerritos has an impact on the health of Los Angeles County beaches and coastal waters. So remember that…

Storm Drains Are For Rain! Not Automotive Fluids Not Pet Waste Not Yard Waste Not Paint Not Litter

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The Health Ministry at St. Irenaeus Church is proud to announce that the church has recently become a member of the CarePortal network, joining 2,419 other U.S. churches. We invite you to join our informative CarePortal Zoom Presentation on November 24th at 7 p.m. To register, send an email to jdagarag@sticypress.org. CarePortal.org is a tech platform to connect people who have a need with people who can fulfill that need. You, too, can make a difference in the lives of vulnerable youth and their families who otherwise might have to resort to foster care placement for their child. You can play a part in supporting foster families, assisting foster youth who have aged out of the foster care system and are at high risk for human trafficking, and helping human trafficking survivors to become self-sufficient. This ecumenical organization is using online technology to bridge the gap between vulnerable youth in need with

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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2020-05 SPLASH! PUMP ROOM CONTROLS UPGRADE PROJECT PHASE I Notice is hereby given that the City of La Mirada, California invites sealed bids for the furnishing of all labor, materials, equipment, and services for Capital Improvement Project No. 2020-05. Plans and Specifications and the Instructions to Bidders for the Splash! Pump Room Controls Project are on file in the office of the City Clerk, La Mirada City Hall, 13700 La Mirada Boulevard, California 90638. Sealed bids shall be delivered to the City Clerk at or before 11 a.m. on December 16, 2020. Bids must be submitted on the blank forms, prepared and furnished for that purpose and included in the Plans and Specifications. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, or delete portions of any or all bids, or waive any informality or irregularity in the bid or the bid procedures. Anne Haraksin, City Clerk City of La Mirada Published at La Mirada Lamplighter 11/13 and 11/20/20 CITY OF CERRITOS STATE OF CALIFORNIA NOTICE TO BIDDERS OF THE CITY HALL ROOF REPLACEMENT PROJECT NO. 12704, BID NO. 1412-20 Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Cerritos, County of Los Angeles, State of California, hereby invites sealed bids for the following project: Project Identification:

CITY HALL ROOF REPLACEMENT, PROJECT NO. 12704, BID NO. 1412-20

Project Description: Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference: Bids must be received on or before:

The work or improvement to be performed consists of providing all labor, material, tools and equipment necessary to re-roof the Cerritos City Hall located at 18125 Bloomfield Avenue.

Place of bid receipt:

Office of the City Clerk, City Hall 18125 Bloomfield Avenue, First Floor Cerritos, California 90703 Bids must be marked “CITY HALL ROOF REPLACEMENT, PROJECT NO. 12704, BID NO. 1412-20, DO NOT OPEN”

November 18, 2020, 10:00 a.m. December 1, 2020, 11:00 a.m.

All bids shall be made on the form furnished by the City and shall be opened and publicly read aloud at the above-stated time in the Office of the City Clerk of the City of Cerritos, City Hall. The City will hold a mandatory pre-bid conference for the CITY HALL ROOF REPLACEMENT, PROJECT NO. 12704, BID NO. 1412-20 at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at Cerritos City Hall, 18125 Bloomfield Avenue, Cerritos, California. Obtaining Contract Documents: A set of Contract Documents, including the plans and specifications, may be purchased at the Engineering Division of the City of Cerritos for $10.00 ($15.00 if mailing is requested). There will be no refund for return of the Contract Documents. Return of such documents is not required. Each bid shall be accompanied by bid security referred to in the Contract Documents and by a list of proposed subcontractors. Evidence of insurance, a performance bond, and a labor and materials bond as specified in the Contract Documents will be required prior to execution of the contract. In accordance with Public Contract Code section 22300, the bidder who is awarded the contract may substitute securities for retention moneys withheld by a public agency to ensure performance under the contract. The procedure and requirements for substituting said securities is set forth in Public Contract Code section 22300, which is incorporated by this reference as set forth herein. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, or portions thereof, or to waive any informality or irregularity in a bid to the extent allowed by law. No bid will be accepted from a contractor who has not been licensed in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 9, Division III of the California Business and Professions Code. The contractor must possess a license of the following classification at the time the contract is awarded (and must maintain this license classification through completion of the project): “A” and/or “B” and “C-39.” The bidder's attention is also directed to Section 7028.15 of the Business and Professions Code for further reference. Only a contractor or subcontractor who currently is registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) to bid on public works contracts in California, pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5, shall be permitted to submit or be listed on a bid. No bid shall be accepted, nor any contract or subcontract entered into, without proof of the contractor or subcontractor’s current registration to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 1770, et seq., of the California Labor Code, the DIR has determined the general prevailing rate of wages and employer payments for health and welfare, vacations, pensions and similar purposes applicable to the work to be done. These rates shall be the minimum rates for this project. Copies of the prevailing wage rates are on file at City Hall, located at 18125 Bloomfield Avenue, Cerritos, California, 90703, and shall be available to any interested party upon request. In addition, rates may be obtained by visiting http://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/pwd/, calling the DIR, Division of Labor Statistics and Research’s Prevailing Wage Unit at (415) 703-4774, faxing the Prevailing Wage Unit at (415) 703-4771, or writing to: DIR, Division of Labor Statistics and Research, Prevailing Wage Unit, P.O. Box 420603, San Francisco, CA, 94142. The contractor to whom the contract is awarded, and the subcontractors under him, must pay not less than these rates for this area to all workers employed in the execution of the contract. The bidder's attention is further directed to Section 9204 of the Public Contract Code regarding the claims resolution process for all public works projects. Any dispute or claim against the City under a public works project shall be processed in accordance with Section 9204 of the Public Contract Code and any other applicable law. By order of the City of Cerritos. Dated/posted/published: November 13, 2020

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MARILYN YOUNG JAN CASE NO. 20STPB08798 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of MARILYN YOUNG JAN. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DELBERT JAN AND CAROL MURAMOTO in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that DELBERT JAN AND CAROL MURAMOTO 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: 11/30/20 at 8:30AM in Dept. 9 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 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 C. TRACY KAYSER - SBN 230022, KAYSER LAW GROUP, APC 1407 N. BATAVIA ST., SUITE 103 ORANGE CA 92867 BSC 218969 10/30, 11/6, 11/13/20 CNS-3411081# LOS CERRITOS COMMUNITY NEWS Dit lor senibh essequatue tie dolore velisis dignim quissenisl ut eui blan hent el utpat irilit aliqui tat.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS RANDY PETERS BOLIVAR filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as fol-lows: RANDY BOLIVAR VARONA. 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 peti-tion for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes de-scribed above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two 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 a peti-tion without a hearing. Court date 1/4/20, Dept C, 10:30 A.M. Room 312. Published at LCCN 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/20. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS JIANGDA ZHAO filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: JAMES D. ZHAO. 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 change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a writ-ten objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is sched-uled 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 a petition without a hearing. Court date 1/4/20, Dept C, 10:30 A.M. Room 312. Published at LCCN 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/20. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS SHENGYI LIU filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: JESSEN GALLAGHER LIU. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear be-fore 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 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 a petition without a hearing. Court date 1/4/20, Dept C, 10:30 A.M. Room 312. Published at LCCN 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/20.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number 2020162288 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: LOVE MY GLOW 13337 SOUTH ST #614, CERRITOS CA. 90703. Registered Owner: COURTNEY JUBREY 13337 SOUTH ST #614, CERRITOS CA. 90703. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED AS A INDIVIDUAL. The date registrant started to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above: N/A. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /S/ COURTNEY JUBREY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on OCTOBER 14, 2020. In accordance with Subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the of notice of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. Effective January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business Name Statement must be accompanied by the affidavit of identity form. The filing of this statement does not of 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., Business and Professions Code). LCCN 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/20.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number 2020165669 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: HONEE CHILD LA, 6618 BEQUETTE AVE., PICO RIVERA CA. 90660 Registered Owner: HOLLIDAY, LLC 6618 BEQUETTE AVE., PICO RIVERA CA. 90660. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED AS A CORPORATION. The date registrant started to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above: N/A. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /S/ ERIKA NICOLE HOLLIDAY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on OCTOBER 19, 2020. In accordance with Subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the of notice of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. Effective January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business Name Statement must be accompanied by the affidavit of identity form. The filing of this statement does not of 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., Business and Professions Code). LCCN 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/20.

ABC UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE CALLING FOR BID NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the ABC Unified School District will receive up to but not later than 11:00 AM on the 20th day of November, 2020 Bids for: ABC Bid # 1561 Various Grounds Equipment All bids shall be made and presented on a form furnished by the District. Bids submitted shall conform to the terms and conditions stated on said form. Call (562) 926-5566 x21218 for a copy of the Bid Packet. The Bids shall be received in the office of the Purchasing Department at 16700 Norwalk Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703. Los Cerritos Community News

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