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OPINION

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LA TEACHERS GO ON STRIKE & OAKLAND MIGHT BE NEXT: AN ISSUES OVERVIEW

Hilbert Morales EL OBSERVADOR Two school districts, Los Angeles Unified School District and Oakland Unified School District, are experiencing teacher's union collective bargaining. The strike issues involve salary & benefits, class size, support staffing levels, and charter school caps. Many citizens do not know that charter schools are funded by the same average daily attendance funds distributed by CA State Department of Education.

CA's property taxes fund its public-school system (K-12) ranking of 43 out of 50 states.

Forty years ago, CA provided the highest level of funding for K-12 schools. Proposition 13 (adopted 1978) reduced the property tax revenues which are traditionally the major source of revenues for education. Private homes were to be the sole beneficiary of Prop 13, but corporate property became covered which led to insufficient underwriting levels of today.

This situation needs to be updated to apply only to homes of the fixed income retired elderly to ensure their continued ownership and occupancy. This enables this cohort to 'age in place' in their homes by ensuring property taxes remained affordable during their golden years.

Corporations managed to become included by claiming their real property was never sold although ownership changed hands whenever its stock changed ownership. This specious rationale has

prevailed wrongfully. PROPOSITION 13 NEEDS IMMEDIATE CHANGES to restore property taxes paid by corporations. Traditional residential real properties held down to low rates were meant to assist elderly retired folks. Those untaxed commercial real properties need to be returned to the tax rolls because K-12 public school systems need that property tax revenues to pay for 'catching up' efforts which impact all schools today.

and nurses, major classroom size reductions and less standardized testing. UTLA’s leader have also called for a cap in the district on charter schools. Counter- offer: The district’s last offer was a 6 percent raise, spread over two years of a three-year contract; 1,200 new teachers; a full-time nurse in every elementary school; a cap of 35 students per class in grades 4-6, and a cap of 39 students per class in high school.

Oakland Unified School District operates 86 schools having 49,000 students attending K-12 classes. About 2,500 teachers are employed. Their union collective bargaining is going on now and its teachers have not yet been asked to 'hit the bricks' (go on strike). Los Angeles Unified School District employs 35,000 teachers who instruct 640,00 K-120 students at 1,200 school sites. The Teacher's Union of Los Angeles’ (TULA) first strike in 30 years began on Monday, January 14, 2019!

Can Governor Newsom help? The lower-class size offer was a result of a budget proposal by Gov. Gavin Newsom that freed up operating money by using state funds to pay down teacher pension liability statewide.

• Cano reports that Newsom’s plan, if the CA Assembly approves it about $50 per student in school districts’ budgets becomes available to fund other needs, which is a modest welcome infusion.

In addition to salary & benefit adjustments, having smaller class sizes (18-24 students per class); and having more supportive staff (teaching assistants, nurses, librarians, etc.), other issues include cost of living allowances (COLA), helping teacher with down payments on homes/condos and student loan debt. A goal would be to have a teaching staff wherein none needed a second job to make ends meet.

The reality is that teacher salaries have not kept up with the cost of living requirements of the San Francisco Bay Area which is one of America's high cost living areas.

“Here are the key points: This strike impacts about 640,000 students and about 35,000 teachers, counselors, librarians and school nurses; The union wants a 6.5 percent raise, retroactive for a year, significantly more school counselors, librarians

At LAUSD, that translates to $40 million...or not: UTLA says the district is lowballing the savings, even from Newsom’s plan. The district says meeting the union’s demands will bankrupt the district (though adequate reserve funds exist).

Politics: A Newsom spokesman said Friday the governor has been talking informally with both sides but won’t get involved publicly in the negotiations. Newsom won his seat with significant union backing after charter school advocates threw millions of dollars into the gubernatorial primary in support of other candidates. As is evident, the TULA and LAUSD negotiations are a work in progress.

Teachers in the Oakland Unified School District have been working without a contract since July 2017.

Teachers there are demanding smaller class sizes and salary increases, which would help attract

and retain faculty. The Oakland Education Association and school district have entered fact finding negotiations. The final step in impasse process (prior to asking members to approve a strike).”

COMMENTS: Democracy requires educated informed citizens who participate in their community's governance by voting for elected representatives whose values and objectives are in alignment with those of supportive constituents.

Through governmental agencies, such as school districts, the community's residents achieve higher levels of informed training which is the foundation of individual achievement and success.

An important focus is the need to formalize the efforts which enable school districts, communities, business & commerce, faith groups; and residents to create and sustain those activities by which having sufficient teaching staff becomes their main mission.

If a community wants its teachers to live within their school district jurisdiction, then there needs to be the communication channels established and used to establish support systems and organizations which deal with housing issues, forgiveness of student loans, and most important, finding the economic support which enables and sustains professional teacher salary levels which enable living within that community.

For example, with respect to student loans, could the community, school district and local business firms establish a way to assist an individual teacher by providing financial programs which enable paying of an individual teacher's student loan (or forgiving it)?

The quid pro quo would be the individual teacher being assisted to stay as a member of the teaching staff. An outcome would be a

stable teaching staff rather than experiencing having to replace one of five teachers each year.

In a similar approach could be applied to helping a teacher with the acquisition of a home or condo.

Assistance with down payments would be a major accomplishment.

This sort of economic assistance helps an individual teacher to begin to acquire wealth through growth of home equity. My parish stopped providing a home for its priest by encouraging its priest to purchase a home with the financial assistance (a low or no interest loan) which assisted that priest to be a stable resident and begin to grow a family estate via home equity growth.

A partnership contract ensured having the parish's financial investment returned if and when the priest & family moved to a new opportunity. A housing trust non-profit organization could be assembled in a manner which permitted local business firms and well-of individuals to invest in long term agreements wherein funds loaned were secured by collateral (the real property involved).

In a similar manner, the community, local business, and school district organize a non-profit foundation used to 'stabilize their professional teaching staff '. Simply stated, the leadership of school districts and unions need to have ongoing communications whose purpose is to deal with mutual interests...especially dealing with issues whose outcome is creating and sustaining their teaching staff.

Collectively communities and school districts need to address the need to update Proposition 13 for the purpose of having corporations pay their fair share of taxes used to underwrite the training which produces qualified and capable employees who are the knowledge workers needed to sustain profitable operations. Who will be the advocate leader?

¿CAMPANAS AL VUELO? José López Zamorano La Red Hispana

Es imposible describir en palabras el extraordinario nivel de entusiasmo y pasión que quedó encapsulado, como en una olla de presión, en el Congressional Auditorium del Capitolio de los Estados Unidos la semana pasada, el escenario donde juramentó el nuevo grupo de miembros de la bancada hispana de la Cámara de Representantes.

Treinta y nueve mujeres y hombres, el número más alto de la historia, ansiosos todo de servir a su comunidad.

Como periodista arrastro décadas cubriendo asuntos de interés público, pero sólo recuerdo haberme impresionado por un nivel comparable de intensidad política: la puja presidencial del carismático senador de Vermont, Bernie Sanders, en 2016. Aún

recuerdo nítidamente las lágrimas de una joven adolescente que, con la voz trémula, lamentaba que el septuagenario senador socialista no hubiera ganado la candidatura demócrata.

Pero en la noche de los latinos en la Colina del Capitolio no había espacio ni para las lagrimas ni para la nostalgia.

Era un estallido de energía en su forma más pura: cientos de latinas y latinos, en su abrumadora mayoría adultos jóvenes, coreaban, chiflaban y rendían ovaciones de pie a las estrellas del firmamento político latino de los Estados Unidos: los miembros del Caucus Legislativo Hispano.

No era para menos. La 116 legislatura podría llenar varias páginas de los libros de records. Tendrá 102 mujeres, entre ellas dos nativo-americanas, una musulmana,

representantes de la comunidad LGBT y claro, 39 latinos latinas y latinos en la Cámara de Representantes y 3 más en el Senado. El color del nuevo Congreso será pues lo más cercano al café con leche: el reflejo de una diversidad multiétnica, multirracial y multicultural que llegó para quedarse.

Y para la comunidad latina será una legislatura llena de hitos. La legisladora más joven de la historia: Alexandria OcasioCortez, de 29 años. El primer legislador nacido en México: Jesús “Chuy” García. El primer latino que es presidente adjunto de la Cámara de Representantes: Ben Ray Luján y las dos primeras latinas que representan a Texas: la senadora estatal Sylvia García y la magistrada Verónica Escoba

Ciertamente es un momento de optimismo,

pero no para echar las campanas al vuelo.

Los latinos aún estamos por debajo de emparejar en la arena política nuestro peso demográfico. La famosa “paridad” política debería traducirse en al menos 73 legisladores en la Cámara de Representantes y al menos 17 senadores. Que nadie llame aún al mariachi para festejar.

Pero el nuevo record de representación electoral en el Congreso es un recordatorio vivo de la importancia de la creciente participación de los latinos en elecciones de todos los niveles. Las elecciones tienen consecuencias y el voto cuenta. Ahora les corresponde a los 42 latinos de la 116 legislatura mostrar con su trabajo y esfuerzo que la lucha valió la pena.

Para más información visita La Red Hispana.Com.

1042 West Hedding St. Suite 250 San Jose, CA 95126

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CALENDAR

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2019 HONDA NHL ALL-STAR WEEKEND FREE HOCKEY-THEMED EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES January 22 – 27, 2019 San Jose, CA FREE activities scheduled throughout the week include: • The Stanley Cup - A special appearance by the Stanley Cup will take place at the Rotunda at San Jose City Hall on Tues., Jan. 22 from Noon- 4 p.m.

• NHL Downtown Ice - The outdoor ice rink situated at the Circle of Palms in downtown San Jose will stay open through Sun., Jan. 27 as part of the Honda NHL All-Star Weekend celebration. Youth hockey fans who visit NHL Downtown Ice wearing the jersey of their favorite NHL team will skate for free over the NHL All-Star Weekend • Pucks in the Plaza - Oversized, three-dimensional NHL All-Star Player pucks will line the path to SAP Center at San Jose. Fans can follow the path of the All-Stars starting at the McEnery Convention Center, through the Plaza de Cesar Chavez, along the NHL Downtown Ice Rink, to the palm trees of Arena Green, and finally to the front doors of SAP Center.

• Look Like a Pro - Fans can have their photo taken in official NHL All-Star gear with the "Look Like a Pro" display.

Info: NHL.com/AllStar

¡VAMOS A GOZAR!

DOWNTOWN ICE November 16, 2018 – January 27, 2019 Circle of Palms Plaza 127 S Market St San Jose, CA Free

SNAPSHOTS: A MUSICAL SCRAPBOOK January 18, 2019 / 8pm Tabard Theatre 29 N San Pedro St San Jose, CA $38 - $48

THE HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS January 20, 2019 / 1pm SAP Center 525 W Santa Clara St San Jose, CA $20 - $185

FURTHER CONFUSION 2019 January 17-21, 2019 San Jose McEnery Convention Center 150 W San Carlos St San Jose, CA $35 - $80

SESAME STREET LIVE! LET’S PARTY! January 19, 2019 / 11am City National Civic 135 W San Carlos St San Jose, CA $20 - $90

LIGHTS & MUSIC CONCERT SERIES: JACKIE GAGE January 20, 2019 / 7pm City Lights Theater Company 529 S 2nd St San Jose, CA $22

THIRD THURSDAY: SOUNDSCAPING SJMA January 17, 2019 / 6pm San Jose Museum of Art 110 S Market St San Jose, CA $5 after 5pm

SYMPHONY SILICON VALLEY: BRAHMS & DVORAK January 19, 2019 / 8pm California Theatre 345 S 1st St San Jose, CA

SAN JOSE CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY – ESCHER QUARTET AND JON NAKAMATSU January 20, 2019 / 7pm Trianon Theatre 72 N 5th St San Jose, CA

MOTHERS AND SONS January 17, 2019 / 8pm City Lights Theater Company 529 S 2nd St San Jose, CA

ELTON JOHN January 19, 2019 / 8pm SAP Center 525 W Santa Clara St San Jose, CA $400+

ICA’S MEDITATION MONDAYS January 21, 2019 / 12pm San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art 560 S 1st St San Jose, CA Free

BARRACUDA VS. TEXAS January 18, 2019 / 7pm SAP Center 525 W Santa Clara St San Jose, CA $9 - $65

BARRACUDA VS. BAKERSFIELD January 21, 2019 / 7pm SAP Center 525 W Santa Clara St San Jose, CA $9 - $65

SPUR – CALTRAIN’S 2040 VISION January 22, 2019 / 12:30pm SPUR 76 S 1st St San Jose, CA Free

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EDUCATION

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DEFENSORES DEL PROGRAMA JUVENIL EXPONEN SU CASO A LEGISLATURA DE WA

JANUARY 18 - 24, 2019

CHILDREN’S GROUPS PUSH FOR CA GOVERNOR’S BUDGET PRIORITIES

Gov. Gavin Newsom has created the new position of Early Childhood Policy Adviser, a move applauded by children's groups in the state. Photo Credit: Darby/Twenty20 La “Yakima Valley Farm Worker's Clinic” ofrece un lugar seguro en el este de Washington al que 1,400 jóvenes pueden ir al terminar el horario escolar. Photo Credit: Yakima Valley Farm Worker's Clinic

Eric Tegethoff/Alfonso López-Collada Public News Service OLYMPIA, Wash. – Los programas para después del horario escolar y para verano podrían servir para evitar que los jóvenes se involucren en el crimen. Defensores y promotores del desarrollo de la juventud y del aprendizaje fuera de las aulas estarán en Olympia este martes y una de sus prioridades es precisamente potenciar el papel que juegan los programas de después de clases y los veraniegos, para prevenir que los jóvenes se involucren en el crimen y el consumo de drogas.

Beth Monfils coordina los programas de aprendizaje ampliado para la Clínica del Granjero de Valle Yakima (“Yakima Valley Farm Worker’s Clinic”), que atiende cada día a mil cuatrocientos jóvenes en el oeste rural de Washington. Además de la educación y los programas de exploración de carreras, Monfils afirma que una meta principal para el equipo de trabajo es crear una relación de comunicación con los muchachos.

"Sabemos que a veces, para algunos de nuestros chicos, nuestro programa es un lugar donde están seguros. Tristemente su hogar no siempre es un lugar seguro para ellos, y la escuela pudiera ser un lugar no muy seguro por el “bullying” y otros problemas.”

Monfils dice que hay más de 200 jóvenes en lista de espera para ingresar al programa.

Este martes traerá algunos de ellos al Capitolio Estatal, para el Día de la Defensa del Desarrollo Juvenil y las Oportunidades de Aprendizaje Ampliado (“Advocacy Day

for Youth Development and Expanded Learning Opportunities”). Sus partidarios quieren que los legisladores creen un grupo de trabajo para orientar al recién creado Departamento de Niños, Jóvenes y Familias (“Department of Children, Youth and Families”) sobre estrategias de prevención del crimen.

Los Constructores de Lanchas de la Comunidad de Tacoma (“Tacoma Community Boat Builders”) son otro grupo que trabaja fuera de las aulas, formado originalmente como alternativa al encarcelamiento de la juventud. Su directora ejecutiva, Shannon Shea, dice que los chicos reciben un monitoreo uno-auno de parte de los voluntarios, cuya edad varía entre los 35 y los 90 años. Agrega que muchos de estos consejeros pasaron antes por los mismos juzgados que la gente joven que ahora ellos orientan. Y lo que es más importante, dice Shea, los chicos pueden pasar el rato con un adulto respetable que les presta atención.

“En ese sentido, los jóvenes desarrollan destrezas realmente importantes para lograr tener relaciones sanas. Pero también les vamos conociendo, así que en ese sentido, es una medida preventiva para ambas partes. Vamos conociendo cosas, hallando vulnerabilidades únicas y a veces orientándoles acerca de esos temas.”

Los consejeros también esperan que los legisladores inviertan en programas de aprendizaje ampliado para conectar a la gente joven con las carreras, pues el estado enfrenta una carencia creciente de fuerza de trabajo capacitada. Hoy (lunes) es el primer día de la sesión legislativa en Washington.

Suzanne Potter California News Service

LOS ANGELES - Groups that advocate for children in California are pressing state lawmakers to fully fund Gov. Gavin Newsom's budget requests to expand access to early learning. Newsom is proposing to expand pre-kindergarten programs to all low-income 4-year-olds in the state within three years.

Kim Pattillo Brownson, vice president for policy and strategy at First Five LA, said other states that have put money into pre-K find that the programs show strong return on investment almost immediately.

"And they're seeing tremendous gains both in terms of academic achievement," she said, "but also in terms of lesser rates of special ed in the K-12 system, and a lesser incidence of children being held back."

Pattillo Brownson said studies have shown that

too many lower-income children are mistakenly placed in special education when they just haven't had enough exposure to reading and writing. The budget also proposes $750 million for building new classrooms so more school districts have the facilities to offer full-day kindergarten.

In his budget announcement, Newsom noted that about 25 percent of all school districts in California only offer a half-day kindergarten program, which can be difficult for working parents. Pattillo Brownson said the kids need the extra hours of instruction.

"A part-day program is not sufficient to get children ready to read with our new and more advanced standards," she said.

Newsom's proposal also includes new money for screening children for trauma or developmental delays, and seeks to expand home visitation programs for low-income parents with newborns.

The budget proposal is online at ebudget.ca.gov.

BUSINESS

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TIPS FOR A SMOOTH TAX SEASON Not only will doing so help you prevent the anxiety that comes with procrastination, you’ ll receive your refund early -- if you’re due one -- or give yourself time to prepare to pay any owed taxes.

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StatePoint Though Tax Day happens every year, it still seems to take many Americans by surprise. This year, don’t miss the deadline or let this crucial to-do loom large over your head.

To have a smooth tax season, consider the following: • Getting Started Early: If you can, get a head start on your taxes. Filing early is a good tactic for anyone, but particularly those with evolving or complex financial circumstances

TIPS TO TACKLE 2019 WITH GREATER FINANCIAL CONFIDENCE

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StatePoint Many Americans will start the New Year with specific goals or resolutions in mind. While resolutions are often broken where your finances are concerned, they don’t have to be.

Use these tips to tackle 2019 with greater financial confidence.

• Set a specific goal. Setting goals for the year may actually boost your confidence about achieving them. In fact, those who set a financial goal for themselves in 2017 were more likely to feel that their finances had improved over the course of the year, compared to those with no financial goal, according to research from Lincoln Financial Group. Whether it’s saving more for retirement or

• Relying on Old Tricks: When it comes to tax preparation, sometimes, using old-school methods is the best way to go. Whether you are just getting started on crunching those numbers or you’re finalizing all the information, a printing calculator like Casio’s HR-170RC includes features that can aid in tax preparation and submission. This model also has some newer tools, like a built-in tax feature that lets you store a frequently-used rate and pull it up at-will, slicing your calculation times by an impressive margin. Other functions include: a reprint key, a check function to scroll up to 150 steps of previous calculations, a grand total function for quick correction of mis-entries, currency exchange calculations and

paying off a debt, setting a goal is a great place to start.

• Make a plan. Having a financial plan in place can help you prepare for life’s surprises and face them with confidence. A financial plan doesn’t need to be complicated, but it should cover everything that’s important to you at this specific stage of your life. A financial advisor can provide an objective voice to help you stay focused on your goals while balancing your risk preferences and time horizon. They can also provide education to help determine if and when to fine-tune your plan.

If you already have a relationship with an advisor, the New Year is a great opportunity to schedule time to review your plan and make any necessary adjustments.

• Consider sources of protected lifetime income. Eighty-two percent of pre-retirees are concerned about what will happen to their investments if the market drops. Build diversity into your retirement income plan by incorporating different sources of

cost/sell/margin calculations.

• Doing Research: The list of what is tax deductible is more extensive than you might realize, so do your research.

Keeping good records throughout the year of your expenditures can help you take advantage of these opportunities.

• Having a Refund Plan: Don’t just let your checking account absorb your tax refund only to spend it on an impulse buy. Whether you invest the money in your retirement, sock it safely away for a rainy day or put it towards the purchase of a big-ticket item, such as the down payment of a house, having a plan for your tax refund can help you make the most of the money.

This year, have a fuss-free tax season.

With a little planning, you can file your taxes efficiently, without headache and at the greatest benefit to your finances.

lifetime income in addition to Social Security. Do you have a pension?

Have you considered incorporating an annuity as a portion of your plan?

“Diversifying your portfolio to include a source of protected lifetime income, like an annuity with optional benefits, can help to safeguard savings and provide for predictable income in your retirement,” says John Kennedy, head of Retirement Solutions Distribution, Lincoln Financial Group.

• Strategize taxes. Recent changes in tax laws have some concerned about how taxes will impact their finances and retirement income this year.

Discuss tax-smart strategies with your advisor to help increase your income and keep you on the right track.

To make 2019 a financial success, stay focused on your goals and don’t work without a plan. Also, consider consulting a professional who can provide financial and tax advice, and can help you strategize ways to be successful.

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HEALTH

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HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT GYM FOR YOU IN 2019 joining. In 2018, consumers nationwide filed more than 700 complaints about gym companies with issues ranging from contract issues, a lack of customer service, and equipment problems.

To help you find the right gym membership, consider these helpful BBB tips:

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Evan Arnold-Gordon Golden Gate Better Business Bureau New Year’s resolutions can be difficult to follow, but finding the right gym can make it that much easier to stay motivated.

Before you can start that new exercise routine, however, it’s important to do your research on gyms you are interested in

• Determine your fitness goals. Determining your goals in advance will help you select a facility that is most appropriate for you. It’s also a good idea to check with your physician before embarking on a new fitness regiment, especially if you have a medical condition.

• Figure out your priorities. What is most important to you? Will a convenient location and extended hours help you stick to your fitness plan?

Will a variety of equipment or classes keep you motivated? Do you work out while traveling and prefer a chain with numerous outlets? Determine your top priorities before you start shopping around.

• Check bbb.org. BBB has Business

Cómo Encontrar el Gimnasio Adecuado para usted en 2019

Profiles on more than 15,000 health clubs, fitness centers and gyms. Read what previous customers have to say, and see how the businesses respond to complaints. This information may help you narrow down the list of gyms you want to tour in person. You can also check out local gyms in your area by clicking here.

• Take a tour. Make sure the gym has the equipment, classes and trainers you need or expect. Pay attention to things that are important to you, whether it’s the cleanliness of the showers or the availability of Wi-Fi. Ask questions and make sure you understand all the rules. Ask about busy times, wait times for equipment, whether classes require pre-registration, availability and cost of trainers, etc.

• Ask about free trials. Gyms often give a one-week free pass for potential members; this is a great way to see if the gym is a good fit for you. Try the gym at different times to see how crowded it is and whether there is a wait for certain equipment. Check out classes if they are offered or find a personal trainer.

• Don’t feel coerced. Do not give in to highpressure sales tactics to join right away. A conveniente y horas extendidas le ayudarán a adherirse a su plan de acondicionamiento físico? ¿Una variedad de equipos o clases te mantendrán motivado? ¿Se trabaja mientras viaja y prefiere una cadena con numerosos puntos de venta? Determine sus principales prioridades antes de empezar a comprar alrededor.

• Compruebe bbb.org. BBB tiene perfiles de negocio en más de 15.000 clubes de salud, centros de fitness y gimnasios. Lea lo que los clientes anteriores tienen que decir y vea Cómo responden las empresas a las quejas.

Esta información puede ayudarle a reducir la lista de gimnasios que desea recorrer en persona. También puede consultar los gimnasios locales en su área haciendo clic aquí.

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Las resoluciones de año nuevo pueden ser difíciles de seguir, pero encontrar el gimnasio adecuado puede hacer que sea mucho más fácil mantenerse motivado.

Antes de que pueda comenzar esa nueva rutina de ejercicios, sin embargo, es importante hacer su investigación sobre los gimnasios que usted está interesado en unirse. En 2018, los consumidores de todo el país presentaron más de 700 quejas sobre las compañías de gimnasia con problemas que van desde problemas contractuales, falta de

servicio al cliente y problemas de equipos.

Para ayudarlo a encontrar la membresía de gimnasio adecuada, considere estos útiles consejos de BBB: • Determine sus objetivos de acondicionamiento físico.

Determinar sus metas con anticipación le ayudará a seleccionar una instalación que sea más apropiada para usted. También es una buena idea consultar con su médico antes de embarcarse en un nuevo regimiento de acondicionamiento físico, especialmente si tiene una afección médica.

• Averigua tus prioridades. ¿Qué es lo más importante para usted? ¿Una ubicación

• Tome un excursión. Asegúrese de que el gimnasio tiene el equipo, las clases y los entrenadores que necesita o espera. Preste atención a las cosas que son importantes para usted, ya sea la limpieza de las duchas o la disponibilidad de Wi-Fi. Haga preguntas y asegúrese de entender todas las reglas.

Pregunte por los tiempos ocupados, los tiempos de espera para el equipo, si las clases requieren pre-registro, disponibilidad y costo de los instructores, etc.

• Pregunte sobre las pruebas gratuitas. Los gimnasios a menudo dan un pase gratuito de una semana para los miembros potenciales; Esta es una gran manera de ver si el gimnasio es un buen ajuste para usted. Pruebe el gimnasio en diferentes momentos para ver lo concurrido que es y si hay una espera para ciertos equipos. Echa un vistazo a las clases

JANUARY 18 - 24, 2019 reputable gym will give you enough time to read the contract thoroughly, tour the facilities, do some research, and make an informed decision.

• Calculate the true costs. Gyms often use special introductory offers to encourage new members, but the price could go up more than you budgeted once the initial period is over. Make sure you understand what the regular monthly fees will be and what they include.

• Understand the terms. Read the contract carefully before signing. Make sure that all verbal promises made by the salesperson are in writing. What matters is the document you sign, so don’t just take a salesperson’s word for it. What happens if you move or the gym goes out of business? Will your membership renew automatically at the end of the term? Can you get out of the contract altogether and under what circumstances?

Check out bbb.org to look up a business, file a complaint, write a customer review, report a scam, read tips, follow us on social media, and more.

You can reach your BBB at info@ bbbemail.org or (510) 844-2000, or by visiting bbb.org. si se ofrecen o encontrar un entrenador personal.

• No te sientas coaccionado. No ceder a las tácticas de ventas de alta presión para unirse de inmediato. Un gimnasio de renombre le dará tiempo suficiente para leer el contrato a fondo, recorrer las instalaciones, hacer algunas investigaciones, y tomar una decisión informada.

• Calcule los costes verdaderos. Los gimnasios suelen utilizar ofertas introductorias especiales para animar a los nuevos miembros, pero el precio podría subir más de lo presupuestados una vez que el período inicial haya terminado. Asegúrese de entender cuáles serán los honorarios mensuales regulares y qué incluyen.

• Comprenda los términos. Lea el contrato detenidamente antes de firmar. Asegúrese de que todas las promesas verbales hechas por el vendedor son por escrito. Lo que importa es el documento que firmen, así que no sólo tomen la palabra de un vendedor. ¿Qué pasa si te mueves o el gimnasio se va de negocios? ¿Su membresía se renovará automáticamente al final del plazo? ¿Puede usted salir del contrato por completo y bajo qué circunstancias?

Echa un vistazo a bbb.org para buscar un negocio, presentar una queja, escribir una revisión del cliente, informar de una estafa, leer consejos, seguirnos en los medios sociales, y mucho más.

Puede ponerse en contacto con su BBB a través de info@bbbemail.org o (510) 8442000, o en bbb.org.

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KICK-START A HEALTHY NEW YEAR

BY GOBBLING UP MORE TURKEY

balanced diet, and turkey is an excellent source of protein. Turkey is also low in fat and perfect in many healthy recipes.

Honeysuckle White offers a variety of turkey options — from ground turkey, to cutlets, breast strips, ready-to-cook meatballs and more. The brand works exclusively with independent family farmers in the U.S. to raise turkeys with care and without growth-promoting antibiotics.

Skinless turkey breast is one of the leanest meats available and is considered a superfood by the American Heart Association. A boneless four-ounce serving of turkey contains 26 grams of protein — 12 percent more protein than the same size serving of boneless chicken breast — and only about one gram of fat plus zero grams of saturated fat.

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BPT New Year’s resolutions are often hard to maintain, especially if you are trying to make healthier food choices after indulging in treats during the holidays.

According to a 2019 Marist Poll, 44

percent of Americans make New Year’s resolutions. For those who plan to make a resolution, two of the top resolutions are losing weight and eating healthier.

Focusing on nutrition can start with meal planning and healthy protein options like turkey.

Protein is essential to a wholesome,

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Turkey has much more to offer beyond protein. According to the USDA’s nutrition database, turkey typically has fewer calories and less cholesterol than other proteins, and is rich in all the B vitamins, especially B6 and B12, which help the body convert food into energy.

Turkey also provides an abundance of minerals, including immune-boosting zinc, selenium and iron.

Family farm-raised ground turkey is a great choice for families who want to eat better, and it is excellent for chili, tacos, fajitas and turkey burgers. With 28 grams

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of protein and only one gram of fat per serving, 99 percent fat-free ground turkey breast provides a great foundation for a wholesome entrée. For families on the go, convenient, oven-ready turkey meatloaf is a versatile option that is perfect for busy schedules.

Achieving balanced, wholesome meals only takes a few simple steps. Smart shoppers plan meals before heading to the store and stick to the outside perimeter of the store to purchase fresh ingredients including vegetables, fruit and lean meats. While shopping, be sure to read the nutrition labels to know what you are feeding your family.

Another benefit of laying out your shopping routine and planning meals is saving time and money. This budgetfriendly approach will eliminate extra trips out to eat and can inspire new creations in the kitchen. Throughout the week you can have fun with your family, building new meals to put a variety of flavors on the dinner table.

Working toward a healthier lifestyle does not have to be a drastic overhaul. Making small strides, including planning meals and shopping trips, will lead to smarter food choices. With a mix of lean proteins and fresh produce in the kitchen, you can deliver well-rounded and healthy meals for your whole family in the new year.

that will inspire curiosity, such as the library, children’s museums, musical performances, the park, zoo and more. Take the time to point out letters, shapes, animals and whatever else you see, to help build vocabulary.

fun and learning at home. During these daily activities, tell stories and jokes, sing songs and practice counting. Plus, there are plenty of waterproof books and toys that can withstand bathtub and highchair playtime.

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Take advantage of downtime when you are moving from place to place.

Make sure your car and day bag are packed with fun and educational distractions for kids: crayons, construction paper and books, as well as toys designed specifically for on-the-go learning.

Select versatile learning toys that will transition as your child learns, grows and reaches milestones. For example, the Safari Learning Station is a fun activity center that transforms from the sitting stage to the crawling stage to standing, allowing children to explore first words, numbers, shapes, colors, animals and music.

Squeeze in Learning Whether it’s bath time or dinnertime, there are always opportunities for

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There’s an entire world kids will want to explore when you make learning fun.

To encourage and enhance learning for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, consider the following: Change Scenes A change of scenery can trigger critical thinking skills. So, keep your little ones active, engaged and occupied by taking them places

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GROUPS APPLAUD RULING TO KEEP CITIZENSHIP QUESTION OFF 2020 CENSUS

some experts believe it would cause a large undercount in immigrant communities. Arturo Vargas, chief executive of the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials education fund, said it's one of many Trump administration policies that have stoked fear in the immigrant community.

"And it's the same administration that is telling us it is going to cancel the DACA program. It's going to cancel Temporary Protected Status.

It's going to change the rules on being a 'public charge.' It wants to build a wall. It is separating children from their parents at the border," Vargas said. "And now, it wants to ask everybody, 'Are you a citizen?' "

Suzanne Potter Public News Service JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Civil rights and immigrants' groups are

celebrating a ruling by a federal judge in New York that removes a question from the 2020 Census that would ask people about their citizenship status.

However, the issue isn't settled.

The question is controversial because

Vargas said any undercount could lead to a loss of political representation and millions of dollars in federal funds. Similar lawsuits are in process in California and Maryland. The Trump administration is expected to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Last month, Gov. Mike Parson created a special commission to raise

JANUARY 18 - 24, 2019 awareness in Missouri about the Census.

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross has said he's trying to help the Department of Justice enforce the Voting Rights Act by asking about citizenship, but Vargas noted that Ross lied to Congress when he testified that adding the question was the Justice Department's idea, not his own.

"It is important for the public to know exactly what the motivations were for adding this question at the last minute, with no testing or preparation," Vargas said.

According to the American Immigration Institute, Missouri had more than 242,000 foreign-born residents as of 2015, of which an estimated 55,000 are undocumented.

It also said that around 35,000 Missourians live with at least one undocumented person in their household.

The ruling is online documentcloud.org.

at assets.

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QUERIDO AYUNTAMIENTO DE SAN JOSÉ: SUNDAY- 9:30AM

SATURDAY- 5:30PM

KNTV/KSTS-SAN JOSE, SAN FRANCISCO, OAKLAND

Comunidad Del Valle Con: Damian Trujillo

"STAND! 2019" DAY OF ART & SOLIDARITY JANUARY 21, 10AM AT MEXICAN HERITAGE PLAZA, SJ

Coyote Valley (es decir, los humedales, el espacio abierto y las tierras de cultivo al sur de la ciudad de San José) ha estado amenazado por mucho tiempo debido a la expansión industrial. Este hábitat de vida silvestre alberga más de una docena de especies raras y en peligro de extinción.

Consideramos Coyote Valley como parte esencial de nuestra comunidad. Esta área es irremplazable: limpia el aire que respiramos y protege nuestras casas de las inundaciones.

Mientras consideran la compra pública de terrenos con los ingresos generados por el financiamiento de bonos de la Medida T, muchos de nosotros hemos organizado una "Marcha por Coyote Valley" el 22 de enero 2019 entre las 12:00m y la 1:30 pm, frente al Ayuntamiento para demostrar nuestro apoyo a la protección de este tesoro regional.

Para más información sobre cómo mostrar tu apoyo, visita: protectcoyotevalley.org/valley

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Groups Call National Park Shutdown Staffing Dangerous, Illegal statement that it would divert funds from camping and other fees to "ensure that parks are protected, and that visitors can continue to access parks with limited basic services."

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Brengel says the agency is breaking the law by doing so.

Democracy Forward, a nonprofit watchdog organization based in Washington, maintains the department is violating at least four separate provisions of federal law.

The group's press secretary Charisma Troiano lists the National Environmental Policy Act and the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act in addition to the diversion of funds from entrance and parking fees.

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WASHINGTON – Visitors at national parks across the country are witnessing mountains of trash, overflowing toilets and damaged property as several sites remain open during the government shutdown.

Two groups are calling for an investigation of the U.S. Department of the Interior by the Office of the Inspector General, into what they say is a reckless decision by the department to keep many parks open without enough staff to ensure visitors and natural resources are protected.

In previous shutdowns in 2013 and 1995,

all parks were closed to the public.

Kristen Brengel, vice president for government affairs for the National Parks Conservation Association, says the last thing the department should be doing is inviting more people into potentially dangerous situations.

"They're essentially manufacturing a crisis here by allowing parks to remain open,” she points out. “If parks were closed and just had essential staff, then those staff who were there would just be monitoring the parks to make sure that they were safe."

To address some of the problems, the National Park Service issued a

"On its face, this action violates the Antideficiency Act, but it also violates the Endangered Species Act,” Troiano states. “The Department of Interior is required to ensure that its actions and its inactions don't jeopardize the existence of endangered species or threatened species or their habitats."

A Park Service spokesman says the agency consulted with Interior's Office of the Solicitor and determined that it could use funds from other fees.

The agency announced Friday that it has resumed trash collection and sanitation services at its parks within Washington, and select parks around the country.

Troiano and Brengel are urging Congress and the president to open the government to resume normal park operations.

WHY COMMUNITY SERVICE MATTERS ON MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY

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SPM Wire Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be commemorated on January 21. If you are planning how to best spend the time off from work or school, consider volunteering.

To honor the life and legacy of King,

many communities offer service events that are easy to join for one day.

From serving meals to the elderly to interpreting critical health information to new immigrants, there are many ways you can devote your skills, time and energy to others

in need.

A national listing of service projects can be found by visiting nationalservice.gov.

This Martin Luther King Jr. Day, consider how you can honor a great man, while helping to build a stronger community.

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GOVERNOR’S BUDGET AIMS TO LOWER PREMIUMS, EXPAND MEDI-CAL

to a l l o w u n do c u me n t e d lo w i n c o me a du l ts a ge s 1 8 t o 2 6 t o a c c e s s Me di -C a l . Pr e vio u s ly, o n ly u n do c u me n te d c h i l dr e n h av e b e e n i n c l u de d.

s u b s id ie s o n C o v e r e d C a lif o r n ia pla n s f o r m id d le - in c o m e f a m ilie s , t h o s e w it h in c o m e s b e tw e e n 2 5 0 a n d 6 0 0 pe r c e n t o f t h e f e d e ra l po v e r ty le v e l.

A n th o ny Wr i gh t, e xe c u t iv e di r e c to r o f th e n o n p r o fit He a lt h A c c e s s C a l i f o r n i a , t h in k s it ' s a go o d s te p to w a r d u n iv e r s a l c o v e ra ge .

Wr ig h t s ay s in t h e f u t u r e , h e ' d like t o s e e t h e s t at e r e m o v e w h at ' s k n o w n a s t h e " s e n io r pe n a lty " t h at h u r t s lo w e r - in c o m e pe o ple o n Me d ic a r e .

" T h i s bu dge t r e c o gn i z e s t h at o u r h e a l th c a r e s ys te m is s t r o n ge r w h e n e v e r ybo dy i s i n c lu d e d , " s ay s Wr i gh t. " I th i n k th e b ig d e b at e o v e r th e n e x t s e v e ra l m o n t h s is h o w f a r do w n th at pat h t h at w e w a n t to go . "

" It ' s w h at pe o ple w o u ld c a ll a ' d u a l- e lig ib le , ' " s ay s Wr ig h t . " Pe o ple who are s e n io r s , pe o ple w it h d is a b ilit ie s , w h o a r e u n d e r n e at h 1 3 8 pe r c e n t o f po v e r ty le v e l. T h e y s h o u ld q u a lify f o r Me d i- C a l, w h ic h t h e n pr o v id e s a d d it io n a l s u pple m e n t a l c o v e ra ge t o Me d ic a r e , w h ic h h a s v e r y h ig h c o s t - s h a r in g . "

C o n s e r vati v e c r i ti c s w a r n t h at t h e s tate ' s ge n e r o u s h e a l t h b e n e fit s c o u l d attra c t mo r e u n d o c u m e n t e d i mmi gra n ts , bu t Wr ig h t s ay s s tu di e s s h o w o th e r w i s e .

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hu n d r ed s o f mi l l i o n s o f do l l a r s t o i m p r o v e a c c e s s to h e a l th c a r e a n d hea l th i n s u ra n c e u n de r G o v.

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T h e b u dge t i n c l u de s $ 2 0 0 mi l l i o n

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Ne w s o m' s b u dge t p r o po s a l w o u ld a l s o r e i n s tate th e in d iv id u a l ma n date th at r e q u i r e s pe o ple t o h av e h e a l th i n s u ra n c e . It u s e s t h e f e e s f r o m th e ma n date t o in c r e a s e

T h e b u d ge t pr o j e c t s a s u r plu s o f m o r e t h a n $ 2 0 b illio n a n d pu t s a b ig c h u n k t o w a r d e d u c at io n a n d He a lt h a n d Hu m a n S e r v ic e s , w h ile pu tt in g $ 1 . 3 6 b illio n t o w a r d r e s e r v e s , u n f u n d e d lia b ilit ie s a n d debt.

Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled his $209 billion budget proposal in Sacramento on Thursday.

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COUNTY REPORTS OVER $3.5 MILLION IN UNCLAIMED PROPERTY TAX MONEY Potential Owners Qualifying for Refund Must File Claims by February 28, 2019

SANTA CLARA COUNTY, CALIF.—The County of Santa Clara Department of Tax and Collections (DTAC) published a name list of approximately 4,900 taxpayers who are potential owners of over $3.5 million in unclaimed property tax money on deposit with the County. Potential owners qualifying for refunds must file their claims by February 28, 2019. The list of names and claim forms can be obtained on the DTAC web site at www.sccdtac.org/ unclaimedrefunds.

As the County of Santa Clara’s central collection agency, DTAC issues more than 500,000 property tax bills and collects over $6 billion on an annual basis. The unclaimed property tax monies come from a variety of sources including, but not limited to, reduced assessments, overpayments, and duplicate payments.

“We make every effort to refund the rightful owners of the unclaimed property tax money,” said Margaret Olaiya, Director of the Department of Tax and Collections. “We encourage taxpayers to file a claim if they believe that they may be due a refund based on their published names.”

The Department made attempts to contact taxpayers by phone and skip tracing regarding the unclaimed funds refund to the rightful owners without success due to various reasons, such as, returned mail, uncashed checks, refusal of the funds, and lack of response from notifications.

Many of the banks and companies listed were unable to apply the funds due to ownership changes

as properties were repurchased or sold. Publishing the list on the County web site is another attempt to reach the rightful owners. This new online search on the Department’s website will be ongoing, providing eligible property tax claimants with the tools to search for property tax refunds where applicable.

Taxpayers can find out if they are on the list of unclaimed property tax refunds by visiting www. sccdtac.org/unclaimedrefunds. If they believe that they may be due a refund based on their published names, they are encouraged to visit the website to submit their claim form electronically online or print a claim form. In accordance with Government Code Section 50050, the list of unclaimed funds will be published in the San Jose Post-Record for two successive weeks – January 15 and 22, 2019.

For questions, contact DTAC’s Fiscal Services Division at (408) 808-7949 or tco-acc-help@fin. sccgov.org.

When a claim form is submitted, it requires certain information be provided such as the name, address, amount of claim, and Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) or Assessment Number, along with a copy of a valid ID and/or other supporting documents to the claim.

All claims must be filed by February 28, 2019. After the deadline, unclaimed money in the Property Tax Trust Fund will be transferred to the County General Fund.

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FIRMAS DE COMIDA RÁPIDA DIRIGEN MÁS PUBLICIDAD A JÓVENES DE MINORÍAS EN EEUU

dijo a Efe Rosalie Aguilar, coordinadora de proyectos de Salud América, una de las organizaciones que participó en el estudio.

La investigación encontró que las empresas de comida rápida aumentaron en un 86 % su inversión en anuncios colocados en espacios de programación dirigidos a menores afroamericanos y un 82 % hacia canales de televisión o programación en español en 2017.

"Los menores hispanos están viendo cada vez más anuncios de alimentos que no son saludables, en español y en inglés, como dulces, bebidas azucaradas y comida 'chatarra'", indicó la experta.

De acuerdo con el reporte, 8 de cada 10 dólares que se invierten en anuncios de televisión de comida rápida, dulces, bebidas azucaradas y meriendas poco saludables se dirigen a estos grupos.

En total, la industria alimenticia invirtió 1.100 millones de dólares en publicidad en el 2017, asegura el reporte.

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Atlanta - Las compañías de comida rápida estadounidenses dirigen cada vez más publicidad de comida "no saludable" hacia los jóvenes y niños de minorías como los

latinos y los afroamericanos, de acuerdo con un reporte divulgado esta semana.

"Hemos visto que muchos de los anuncios de productos que no son saludables que se están transmitiendo por televisión están dirigidos exclusivamente hacia los consumidores hispanos y en especial a los más jóvenes",

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Aguilar señaló que, pese a que muchas de las compañías analizadas han desarrollado productos y opciones saludables para responder a las demandas del mercado, no están dirigiendo estos esfuerzos hacia grupos minoritarios como los hispanos y los afroamericanos.

"Estas compañías están aumentando su inversión en publicidad dirigida a menores latinos de sus productos menos saludables, y

por el contrario están invirtiendo cero dólares en sus opciones más saludables como yogur, frutas o nueces. Estas compañías están al tanto de las consecuencias que tienen estas opciones en la comunidad latina y, aun así, son las que promueven", aseveró.

De acuerdo con la investigación, el 20 % de los anuncios dirigidos a los niños hispanos eran de dulces, mientras que aquellos que publicitaban productos con nueces o frutas representaban no más del 3 %.

La investigación destaca la necesidad de revertir esta tendencia para poder reducir el consumo de alimentos altos en azúcares, sal y grasas saturadas, que son en gran medida responsables por las altas tasas de obesidad infantil que afectan a los menores en Estados Unidos.

Las tasas de obesidad infantil entre los menores hispanos y afroamericanos son dos veces más altas que entre los menores blancos.

De acuerdo con cifras oficiales, el 26 % de los menores hispanos es obesos, mientras que la cifra es del 22 % entre los afroamericanos, comparado con un 14 % entre los blancos.

"Parte de lo que recomendamos en el estudio, es que se eleve la edad a la que se puede dirigir publicidad de productos no saludables a menores, que por ahora existe el compromiso de no hacerlo con menores de 12 años o menos, y estamos pidiendo que se cambie a 14 años", dijo Aguilar.

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Regístrese para las juntas informativas y los recorridos en:

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JANUARY 18 - 24, 2019 J. R. Eggli Landscape Buscando una Persona con Experiencia en Supervisor de Mantenimiento de jardines comerciales.

Necesario tener Licencia de conducir válida.

• Salario competitivo • Beneficios de salud • Plan 401(k) Por Favor llame o aplique en persona.

Email: aramirez@egglilandscape.com 650-533-9991

ESTAMOS CONTRATANDO ASISTENTES DE SELECCIÓN Y EMPAQUE ÚNETE A CONOCER NUESTRO ALMACÉN Y TENER SU ENTREVISTA LABORAL Fecha: 22 de Enero o el 28 de Enero Hora: 9am-11am (favor llegar antes de las 9:30am) Dirección: Galileo Learning Warehouse 2350 Davis Ave, Hayward, CA 94545 La vestimenta es casual de negocios.

Por favor traiga una copia impresa de su currículum.

Galileo busca asistente de selección y empaque que sea solidario y detallista para su amigable y vertiginoso equipo de depósito. Estos miembros del equipo de temporada son cruciales para el éxito de nuestra compañía, ya que preparan con mucha atención los suministros de los campamentos para enviar a más de 70 lugares de todo California y Chicago.

Valoramos a aquellos que tienen opiniones divergentes y aportan experiencias y puntos de vista variados a Galileo.

Alentamos a que miembros de grupos que no están representados y personas de distintos contextos se postulen. ¿Qué estamos buscando?

• Mínimo de 1 a 2 años de experiencia en un entorno de producción • Compromiso comprobable con el profesionalismo, la exactitud y el cuidado por los detalles • Habilidad para cumplir con las demandas administrativas y físicas del cargo. Estas incluyen, entre otras: tipear, escribir y leer; levantar y trasladar hasta 40 lb; pararse, caminar y arrodillarse con frecuencia; ver, escuchar y hablar (tanto de cerca como a la distancia) • Talento y experiencia para solicitar e implementar los comentarios para mejorar su desempeño Horarios y duración de la contratación • 40 horas por semana. Varias fechas de inicio en enero-Febrero. Varias fechas finales en Junio Beneficios y remuneración • $15.00/hora • Empleado temporal (sin beneficios) • La licencia por enfermedad paga se acumula a razón de una hora por cada treinta horas trabajadas. La acumulación comienza el primer día de empleo. La licencia por enfermedad paga se puede utilizar a partir del nonagésimo día de empleo.

• Lugar de trabajo: Almacén de Galileo Learning, 2350 Davis Ave., Hayward, CA 94545

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 650083 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DELUXE & PLUS, AUTO DETAILING & PAINT SERVICES, 2332 Samoa Way, San Jose CA, 95122, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an: Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Zenon Alvarez, 1501 Almaden Expwy #1109, San Jose CA, 95125. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 01/09/2019. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Zenon Alvarez This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 01/09/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Vee Reed, Deputy File No. FBN 650083 January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 650042 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DLH ENTERPRISES, 9482 Eagle Hills Way, Gilroy CA, 95020, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by an: Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): David Andrew Haro, 9482 Eagle Hills Way, Gilroy CA, 95020. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is

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Por favor venir al 1763 Sabre St. Hayward, CA 94545 si están interesados. guilty of a crime.) /s/ David Haro This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 01/08/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Sandy Chanthasy, Deputy File No. FBN 650042 January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 650150 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: RUBICON EQUIPMENT, 288 Solana Dr, Los Altos CA, 94022, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a: Limited Liability Company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Rubicon Trading Company LLC, 288 Solana Dr, Los Altos CA, 94022. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 01/07/2019. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Eduardo Olave This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 01/11/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Sandy Chanthasy, Deputy File No. FBN 650150 January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649990 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: TRADING ART COMPANY, 1379 Snow Street Apt 2, Mountain View CA, 94041, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an:

Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Krista Kaye Merrimac, 1379 Snow Street Apt 2, Mountain View CA, 94041. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Krista K. Merrimac This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 01/08/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Sandy Chanthasy, Deputy File No. FBN 649990 January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 650164 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CUPERTINO PROPERTIES, 20488 Stevens Creek Blvd #2113, Cupertino CA, 95014, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by an: Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): John P Dozier, 20488 Stevens Creek Blvd #2113, Cupertino CA, 95014. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 01/03/2019.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ John P Dozier This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 01/11/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Sandy Chanthasy,

Deputy File No. FBN 650164 January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649861 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: TRANSITION BEAUTY STUDIO, 1700 Park Av #13, San Jose CA, 95126, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an: Individual.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Sandra Gonzalez Cruz, 955 South 6th St. Apt 8103, San Jose CA, 95112.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Sandra Gonzalez Cruz This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 01/03/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Vee Reed, Deputy File No. FBN 649861 January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649498 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: UNIVERSUM TOURS, 1000 S White Rd Suite 130, San Jose CA, 95127, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a: General Partnership. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Susana Alicia Lopez Hernandez, 1111 Frankfurt Ave, San Jose CA, 95126.

Maria Griselda Sanchez Escalera, 2378 Samoa Way, San Jose CA, 95122. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Susana A Lopez Hernandez This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 12/18/2018.

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County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 649498 January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 650192 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JG LANDSCAPE, 1594 Midfield Ave, San Jose CA, 95122, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by a: Married Couple.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Aureliano Mancilla, 1594 Midfield Ave, San Jose CA, 95122. Jose B Mancilla, 1594 Midfield Ave, San Jose CA, 95122. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 01/07/2011. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN546397. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Aureliano Mancilla This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 01/14/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Sandy Chanthasy, Deputy File No. FBN 650192 January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 650205 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SAN JOSE PRIVATE SECURITY, 148 George St, San Jose CA, 95110, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an: Individual.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Juan Jimenez, 148 George St Apt A, San Jose CA, 95110. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 01/15/2009. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN582991. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Juan Jimenez This statement was filed

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Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Sandy Chanthasy, Deputy File No. FBN 650249

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Raymund Reyes, Deputy File No. FBN 649116

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT NO. 650179 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BAYAREA CAR SALES, 410 Charcot Avenue Suer #14, San Jose CA, 65131, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an: Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Tariq Osman, 1066 Waulnt Woods Ct, San Jose CA, 95122. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 01/11/2019. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Tariq Osman This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 01/11/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Raymund Reyes, Deputy File No. FBN 650179

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 650224 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ESTETICA IMAGEN LATINA, 599 East Taylor Street, San Jose CA, 95112, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by an: Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Olga Francisca Camarillo Rodriguez, 134 Crocker Dr. Apartment M103, San Jose CA, 95111. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 01/15/2019. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN624920. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Olga Francisca Camarillo This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 01/15/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Vee Reed, Deputy File No. FBN 650224

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649243 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. 4 SONS APPAREL 2.

T-SHIRT STRATEGY, 5706 Cahalan Ave. #53239, San Jose CA, 95153, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an: Individual.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Richard Dave Mallory, 6154 Chesbro Ave, San Jose CA, 95123. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 12/01/2018.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Richard Dave Mallory This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 12/11/2018.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 64943

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 650211 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BRAIN PUDDING, 1049 W Olive Ave, Apt 1, Sunnyvale CA, 94086, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an: Individual.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Sean Wright, 1049 W Olive Ave, Apt 1, Sunnyvale CA, 94086. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 01/07/2019.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Sean Wright This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 650249 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: STARBORN VISIONS, 1101 S Winchester Blvd Suite J218, San Jose CA, 95128, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by an: Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Maria Korina Estrella Tabili, 213 Rayos Del Sol Drive, San Jose CA, 95116. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 01/15/2019.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Maria Korina Estrella Tabili This statement was filed

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649116 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: EL CHALATACO, 1670 Story Rd, San Jose CA, 95122, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an: Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Erika Solis, 3401 Wasson Ct, San Jose CA, 95148. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 12/01/2018.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Erika Solis This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 12/07/2018.

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Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Vee Reed, Deputy File No. FBN 650211 January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 2019

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 650203 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: WHITTERER PRESS, 14576 Charmeran Avenue, San Jose CA, 95124, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an: Individual.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Madeline McewenAsker, 14576 Charmeran Avenue, San Jose CA, 95124. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 01/11/2019. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Madeline Mcewen-Asker This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 01/14/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Mike Louie, Deputy File No. FBN 650203

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January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 19CV340892 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Michael William Merritt, Serafina Alainna Merritt.

Petitioner(s) Michael William Merritt, Serafina Alainna Merritt have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Michael William Merritt to Michael William Taylor b. Serafina Alainna Merritt to Serafina Alainna Taylor.

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 on 5/07/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least

once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 14, 2019 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 19CV340676 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Rachel Levy Uyeda.

Petitioner(s) Rachel Levy Uyeda has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Rachel Levy Uyeda to Ray Levy-Uyeda.

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 on 4/30/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113.

A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 08, 2019 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 19CV340909 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Jamil Seaidoun and Yassmine Halwani.

Petitioner(s) Jamil Seaidoun and Yassmine Halwani have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Mohamad Yusuf Seaidoun to Mohamad Jamil Seaidoun.

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 on 5/07/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy

of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 14, 2019 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 19CV340857 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Phuong Kim Ngo. Petitioner(s) Phuong Kim Ngo has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Phuong Kim Ngo to Kim Ngo Woodward. 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 on 5/07/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 14, 2019 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 19CV340731 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Julianna Nicole Neyman. Petitioner(s) Julianna Neyman has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Julianna Nicole Neyman to Julianna Nicole Neyman Youssef. 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 on 4/30/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First

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A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

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be granted on 5/14/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 16, 2019 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 19CV340754 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Sarah Martha Polcz and Adam Russell Brown.

Petitioner(s) Sara Martha Polcz has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Petra Boadicea Polcz Brown to Boadicea Petra Polcz Brown. 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 on 5/07/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 10, 2019 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 19CV341104 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Nick Mazzarino.

Petitioner(s) Nick Mazzarino has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Nick Mazzarino to (FN) Alexey (MN) Valentinovich (LN) Malykh.

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

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 650054 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BREEZE DESIGN BUILDERS LLC, 4911 Bel Estos Drive, San Jose CA, 95124, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a: Limited Liability Company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Breeze Design Builders LLC, 4911 Bel Estos Drive, San Jose CA, 95125. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 01/01/2019. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all

NOTICE OF DEATH OF David Louis Hough To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of David Louis Hough, who was a resident of Santa Clara County, State of California, and died on December 10, 2018, in the Redwood City, County of San Mateo, State of California.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim within four months from the date of first publication with the DERMER LAW FIRM, 15720 Winchester Boulevard, Suite 200, Los Gatos, California 95030 (408) 395-5111 Joseph D. Dermer, Esq. DERMER LAW FIRM 15720 Winchester Blvd., Ste 200 Los Gatos, CA 95030 Tel (408) 395-5111 Fax (408) 354-2797

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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.) /s/ Shanshan Li Breeze Design Builders LLC Owner Article/Registration#: 201900410340 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 01/09/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Mike Louie, Deputy File No. FBN 650054 January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649993 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GJANTUS & CO LLC, 1029 Foxchase Dr, San Jose CA, 95123, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by a: Limited Liability Company.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Gjantus & Co LLC, 1029 Foxchase Dr, San Jose CA, 95123. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 01/01/2019. This file is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN648698.

“I declare that all 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.) /s/ Guillermo Jantus Gjantus & Co LLC CEO Article/Registration#: 201835410160 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 01/08/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Sandy Chanthasy, Deputy File No. FBN 649993 January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649968 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ANGUS MEAT MARKET, East El Camino #9, Sunnyvale CA, 94087, Santa

Clara County. This business is owned by a: Corporation.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Oh!Soondae Inc., 3915 Broadway, Oakland CA, 94611. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 01/07/2019. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Sangkyu Park Sangkyu Park Secretary Article/Reg#: C3931822 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 01/07/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Vee Reed, Deputy File No. FBN 649968 January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649929 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PEARL PROPERTY, 16368 Lavender Lane, Los Gatos CA, 95032, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a: Limited Liability Company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Pearl Property LLC, 16368 Lavender Lane, Los Gatos CA, 95032. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 02/02/2016. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN613608. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Yuet-Lin Zillah So Pearl Property LLC Manager Article/Registration#: 201830910311 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 01/04/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Vee Reed, Deputy File No. FBN 649929

EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV336961 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Jairo Carretero.

Petitioner(s) Jairo Carretero has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jairo Carretero to Jairo Vélez. 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 on 3/05/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

October 31, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV339999 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Destiny Man Li MacCartney.

Petitioner(s) Destiny Man Li MacCartney has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Destiny Man Li MacCartney to Destiny Zhao MacCartney.

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 on 4/16/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 26, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon

Judge of the Superior Court January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 19CV340351 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Hristijan Cenovski.

Petitioner(s) Hristijan Cenovski has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Mikail Arda Cenovski to Mikail Cenovski. 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 on 4/23/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 2, 2019 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV339829 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Nicholle Cassidy Grubinskas. Petitioner(s) Nicholle Cassidy Grubinskas has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Nicholle Cassidy Grubinskas to Nicholle Cassidy Mantia.

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 on 4/09/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113.

A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the

county of Santa Clara.

December 21, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV337178 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Alondra Alexia Rodriguez.

Petitioner(s) Maria Silva has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Alondra Alexia Rodriguez to Alondra Mariposa Silva.

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 on 3/05/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113.

A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

November 06, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV339938 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Daffne Estephanie XinicoYaqui. Petitioner(s) Daffne Estephanie Xinico Yaqui has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Daffne Estephanie Xinico Yaqui to Daffne Yaqui. 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 on 4/16/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the

petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 24, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV340018 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Jose F. Cisneros Magana and Maria Y. Delgado Gonzalez. Petitioner(s) Jose F. Cisneros Magana has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jesica Linnet Cisneros Delgado to Jessica Linnet Cisneros Delgado. 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 on 4/16/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 26, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 19CV340418 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Thanh Han Truong.

Petitioner(s) Thanh Han Truong has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Thanh Han Truong to Jackie Han Lien b. Cuc Kim Nguyen to Daisy Kim Lien c. Dat Tuan Truong to Mark Tuan Lien d.

Vivien Lien Truong to Vivien Kim Lien. 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

JANUARY 18 - 24, 2019 on 4/30/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 03, 2019 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 2019 Notice of Petition to Administer Estate of Norman James Newlon No.18PR185022 A Petition for Probate has been filed by Mark Curtis in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. The Petition for Probate requests that Mark Curtis be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent, Norman James Newlon, Norman Newlon.

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.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 03/18/2019 at 9:00am, Dept. 12, located at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113.

If you object to the granting of this 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 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: Robert P. Bergman, Attorney at Law 1777 Saratoga Avenue, Ste. 208 San Jose, CA 95129 (408)247-0444 January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 2019 Notice of Petition to Administer Estate of Janice Leslie Petty No.18PR184979 A Petition for Probate has been filed by George Thomas Petty in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. The Petition for Probate requests that George Thomas Petty be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent, Janice Leslie Petty. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administer of Estate Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take any 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 consent to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person Files and 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: 03/14/2019 at 9:00am, Dept. 12, located at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113.

If you object to the granting of this 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 contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by

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JANUARY 18 - 24, 2019 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.

Petitioner: George Thomas Petty 1927 Rosebud Court San Jose, CA 95128 (408)712-4356 January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649668 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: COLOMOS GARDENING SERVICES, 10203 Singleton Rd, San Jose CA, 95111, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by an: Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Raul Rivera Yera, 10203 Singleton Rd, San Jose CA, 95111. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 12/26/2018. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Raul Rivera Yera This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 12/26/2018.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 649668 January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT NO. 649781 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: FREDDYZ HAULING & MOVING, 4337 Houndsbrook Way, San Jose CA, 95111, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an: Individual.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Freddy Herrera, 4337 Houndsbrook Way, San Jose CA, 95111. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 3/16/2017. This filing is a refile [change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file#: FBN648765.

“I declare that all 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.) /s/ Freddy Herrera This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 12/31/2018.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Vee Reed, Deputy File No. FBN 649781 January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649235 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: RIVER ROCK TAPROOM, 155 S Murphy Ave, Sunnyvale CA, 94086, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a: Corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): River Rock Taproom, 963 La Mesa Terrace, Unit H, Sunnyvale CA, 94086. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 11/08/2018. This filing is a refile [change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN630582.

“I declare that all 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.) /s/ Venkaiah C Jetti River Rock Taproom President Article/Registration#: 4211517 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 12/11/2018.

Regina Alcomendras,

County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Tomas Santos, Deputy File No. FBN 649235 January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649829 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: FGL EXPRESS, 6711 Garden Ct, Gilroy CA, 95020, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an: Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Francisco L Garcia, 6711 Garden Ct, Gilroy CA, 95020. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 10/03/2012.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Francisco L Garcia This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 1/02/2019.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Vee Reed, Deputy File No. FBN 649829 January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV340323 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Josephine Ha. Petitioner(s) Josephine Ha has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Josephine Ha to Oanh Mai Ha. 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 on 4/23/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 31, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court

January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV340066 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Sangil Lee and Yang Hee Kim. Petitioner(s) Sangil Lee and Yang Hee Kim have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jessica Lee to Jessica Chaehee Lee b. Yang Hee Kim to Vicki Yanghee Kim. 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 on 4/16/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 27, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV340028 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Bani Kaur Wirk and Sukhjinder Singh.

Petitioner(s) Bani Kaur Wirk and Sukhjinder Singh have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Bani Kaur Wirk to Bani Wirk Sandher b. Sukhjinder Singh to Sukh Singh Sandher. 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 on 4/16/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general

circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 26, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV340163 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Caryl Anne Gan De Las Penas. Petitioner(s) Caryl Anne Gan De Las Penas has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Caryl Anne Gan De Las Penas to Caryl Yoshiko Wolfmessing. 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 on 4/23/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113.

A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 28, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV340078 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Paula Danielle Erazo.

Petitioner(s) Paula Danielle Erazo has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Paula Danielle Erazo to Paula Danielle Herrera. 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 on 4/16/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the

petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 27, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649435 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BIG BEN HAIR SALON, 1702 Meridian Ave, San Jose CA, 95125, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by a: Limited Liability Company.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): BIG BEN HAIR SALON LLC, 1702 Meridian Ave, San Jose CA, 95125.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 12/17/2018.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Khoa Mai BIG BEN HAIR SALON LLC Manager Article/Registration#: 201835110799 Above entity was formed in the state of California This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 12/17/2018.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Raymund Reyes, Deputy File No. FBN 649435 December 28, 2018; January 4, 11, 18, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649690 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GEM7 FOUNDATION LLC, 251 Brandon St Apt 122, San Jose CA, 95134, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a: Limited Liability Company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): GEM7 FOUNDATION LLC, 251 Brandon St Apt 122, San Jose CA, 95134. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 10/22/2018. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file#: FBN648810.

“I declare that all information in this statement is true and

CLASSIFIEDS / LEGALS correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Gregory Milton GEM7 FOUNDATION LLC Manager Article/Registration#: 201829810244 Above entity was formed in the state of California This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 12/26/2018.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Tomas Santos, Deputy File No. FBN 649690 December 28, 2018; January 4, 11, 18, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649321 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GRINDELWOOD, 4996 Edgar Ct. Apt 3, San Jose CA, 95118, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an: Individual.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Michael Marx Acosta, 4996 Edgar Ct. Apt 3, San Jose CA, 95118. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Michael Acosta This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 12/12/2018.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Sandy Chanthasy, Deputy File No. FBN 649321 December 28, 2018; January 4, 11, 18, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649545 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: KIELY BEAUTY, 770 Kiely Blvd. Suite 120, Santa Clara, CA, 95051, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a: Limited Liability Company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): CAMEL COMPANY, LLC, 770 Kiely Blvd. Suite 120, Santa Clara, CA, 95051.

The registrant began trans-

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acting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: 12/19/2018.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Lijuan Zhao CAMEL COMPANY, LLC Owner Article/Registration#: 201531610258 Above entity was formed in the state of California This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 12/19/2018.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 649545 December 28, 2018; January 4, 11, 18, 2019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 649513 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CHINESE AMERICAN CPA ASSOCIATION, 1754 Technology Dr Ste 120A, San Jose CA, 95110, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a: Corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): AALL CHINESE AMERICAN CPA ASSOCIATION, 1754 Technology Dr, 120A, San Jose CA, 95110. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on: N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all 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.) /s/ Jianmin Wang AALL CHINESE AMERICAN CPA ASSOCIATION Managing Member Article/Registration#: C4217801 Above entity was formed in the state of California This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 12/18/2018.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Sandy Chanthasy, Deputy File No. FBN 649513 December 28, 2018; January 4, 11, 18, 2019

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Statement of Abandonment of Use of Fictitious Business Name NO.649608 The following person/ entity has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name RAJ TAX SERVICES, 1960 Don Ave #6, Santa Clara, CA 95050, Santa Clara County. Harjit Singh, 1960 Don Ave #6, Santa Clara, CA 95050. This business was conducted by an individual and was filed in Santa Clara County on 06/07/2011 under file no.

FBN552334 Harjit Singh Owner This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 12/21/2018 December 28, 2018; January 4, 11, 18, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV339927 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Maha Atta Siddig. Petitioner(s) Maha Atta Siddig has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Maha

Atta Siddig to Maha Atta Siddig Elatta. 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 on 4/16/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 24, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court December 28, 2018; January 4, 11, 18, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV339681 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Cho, Jae Kook. Petitioner(s) Cho, Jae Kook has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing

EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com names as follows: a. Jae Kook Cho to Benedict Cho. 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 on 4/09/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 19, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court December 28, 2018; January 4, 11, 18, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV339544 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Jade Michelle Manera.

Petitioner(s) Jade Michelle Manera has filed a petition for Change of Name with

the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jade Michelle Manera to Jade Michelle Worsley. 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 on 4/09/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 17, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court December 28, 2018; January 4, 11, 18, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV340000 Superior Court of California, County of Santa ClaraIn the matter of the application of: Yinon Eliaz and IIanit Eliaz. Petitioner(s) Yinon Eliaz has filed a

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petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Roee Roy Eliaz to Roee Eliaz.

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 on 4/16/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 26, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court December 28, 2018; January 4, 11, 18, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV340001 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: John Joseph Cruz. Petitioner(s) John

Cruz has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. John Sandoval Cruz AKA John Joseph Cruz to John Joseph Cruz.

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 on 4/16/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 26, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court December 28, 2018; January 4, 11, 18, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV335408 Superior Court of California, County of Santa ClaraIn the matter of the applica-

December 28, with only national security and emergency staff staying on. Some 13,000+ EPA employees have been furloughed with more than 100 agency offices across the country now closed until further notice. Until the border wall impasse is broken, the EPA has no staff to continue hazardous waste clean-up work at Superfund sites, inspect power plants to ensure compliance with air quality standards, review toxic substances and pesticides nor respond to Freedom of Information requests.

According to the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS), the environmental protections we otherwise take for granted “grind to a halt” during a shutdown: “Chemical facilities are not inspected. Agricultural technical assistance projects are shut down. The protection of species stops. Research is also disrupted, which can lead to gaps in data or entire lost field seasons (and huge wastes of taxpayer dollars).”

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Roddy Scheer & Doug Moss EarthTalk

No one is happy about the recent partial shutdown of the federal government in the U.S. as President Trump plays hardball with Congress on allocating funds for his “border wall.” While essential government services typically remain

open in any government shutdown, it’s up to individual agencies and their administrators to decide how much of a presence to maintain during a shutdown and whether or not to furlough some or all staff.

For its part, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) curtailed the vast majority of its work once federal funding dried up on

As for national parks, about two-thirds remain open but have limited services, so visitors shouldn’t expect the same level of sanitation or monitoring that is customary. While there is no one to collect entrance fees, likewise there is no one to pump out toilets, empty trash or intervene in case of interpersonal disputes or wildlife encounters. All National Parks Service (NPS) personnel (except firefighters monitoring active burns or watch areas and essential leadership at headquarters) have been furloughed.

The Department of Interior has authorized individual parks to dip into their entrance

JANUARY 18 - 24, 2019 tion of: Yen Ta. Petitioner(s) Yen Ta has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Yen Phi Ta to Yeniko Phi Ta. 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 on 1/29/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

September 27, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court December 28, 2018; January 4, 11, 18, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 18CV335793 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Steffani

Marie Salazar. Petitioner(s) Steffani Salazar has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Steffani Marie Salazar to Sketch Victoria Marie Antoinette Salazar. 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 on 1/29/2019 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

October 04, 2018 Rise Jones Pichon Judge of the Superior Court December 28, 2018; January 4, 11, 18, 2019

and recreation fees to help pay for essential/ emergency services during the shutdown, although the use of these funds will likely slow down maintenance projects by months or years as a result.

While this closure of national parks is an annoyance to Americans planning a visit, it’s also an economic problem. The non-profit National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) reports that NPS has lost upwards of $5 million in entrance fee revenue since the shutdown began, while local businesses and concession operators dependent upon servicing park visitors are also losing out on much-needed income.

Despite closures at the EPA, the NPS and other agencies related to the environment, the federal push to open up more land and offshore waters to fossil fuel extraction continues unabated.

According to The Guardian, the Interior Department hasn’t slowed down efforts to issue permits for oil drilling on federal land and in the Gulf of Mexico and Alaska’s Arctic. “While he’s closed the government to the American people, Trump has hung up an ‘open for business’ sign for corporate polluters,” reports Melinda Pierce, legislative director at the non-profit Sierra Club.

CONTACTS: EPA, www.epa.gov; UCS, www. ucsusa.org; NPS, www.nps.gov; NPCA, www. npca.org; Sierra Club, www.sierraclub.org.

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PG&E propone inversiones críticas para mejorar la seguridad contra incendios forestales y ayudar a reducir el riesgo de fuegos en zonas boscosas La propuesta adicional de la planta de energía Diablo Canyon afirma el compromiso de PG&E para cumplir con las metas de energía renovable y limpia de California Reflejando el compromiso de la compañía de hacer frente a la creciente amenaza de incendios forestales, PG&E propone una serie de importantes inversiones adicionales en seguridad como parte de su Caso de Tarifa Generales 2020 (GRC) para ayudar a proteger, aún más, a los 16 millones de personas a las que sirve.

La propuesta GRC de la compañía, presentada ante la Comisión de Servicios Públicos de California (CPUC, por sus siglas en inglés), incluye medidas preventivas adicionales implementadas después de los incendios forestales de 2017 y 2018 para ayudar a reducir, aún más, las amenazas de incendios forestales. Estas medidas ayudarán a reforzar la prevención de incendios forestales, el monitoreo de riesgos y la respuesta a emergencia; añadirán nuevas y reforzadas normas de seguridad; aumentarán la gestión de vegetación; y fortalecerá el sistema eléctrico de PG&E para ayudar a reducir, aún más, el riesgo de incendios forestales.

Caso de Tarifa Generales 2020 Más de la mitad del aumento propuesto por PG&E estaría directamente relacionado con la prevención de incendios forestales, la reducción de riesgos y mejoras adicionales de seguridad. Entre las inversiones importantes en seguridad contra los incendios forestales en la propuesta de GRC se encuentran los siguientes componentes de la expansión de PG&E Community Wildfire Safety Program: • Instalar postes más fuertes y resistentes, así como líneas eléctricas cubiertas a lo largo de 2,000 millas de áreas de alto riesgo de incendio.

• Incrementar el trabajo actual de mantener las líneas eléctricas libres de ramas, de un estimado de 120 millones de árboles con riesgo potencial de crecer o caer sobre líneas eléctricas aéreas, incluyendo la inspección anual de la vegetación, de aproximadamente 81,000 millas de líneas de distribución eléctrica de alto voltaje.

• Implementar la tecnología SmartMeter™ para identificar y responder más rápidamente a las líneas eléctricas caídas.

• Ampliar la red de estaciones meteorológicas para mejorar el pronóstico y el modelado del clima al agregar 1,300 nuevas estaciones meteorológicas en zonas de alto riesgo de incendio para 2022.

• Instalar cerca de 600 nuevas cámaras de alta definición en zonas con alto riesgo de incendio, aumentando la cobertura en estas áreas a más del 90 por ciento.

Si bien la propuesta del GRC ayudará a financiar una serie de importantes inversiones en seguridad, esta propuesta no solicita financiamiento para posibles reclamaciones resultantes de los devastadores incendios forestales de 2017 y 2018 en el norte de California, el mayor de ellos aún está bajo investigación. La propuesta tampoco solicita la recuperación de la compensación de PG&E Corporation o de los funcionarios de servicios públicos.

“Entendemos y asumimos nuestra responsabilidad de proveer electricidad y gas de manera segura a las comunidades a las que tenemos el privilegio de servir. A medida que California experimenta incendios forestales más frecuentes e intensos y otros eventos climáticos extremos, debemos tomar las medidas necesarias, importantes y urgentes para proteger a nuestros clientes. Las inversiones prudentes que proponemos ayudarán a construir un sistema energético más seguro y resistente para el futuro”, dijo Steve Malnight, vicepresidente sénior de Política y Suministro de Energía de PG&E. Proceso público abierto y transparente Al igual que con cualquier propuesta del GRC, todas las inversiones y gastos están sujetos a una revisión y aprobación pública abierta y transparente por parte de la CPUC. La Comisión revisará a fondo la propuesta de PG&E, incluyendo la celebración de audiencias públicas en todo el estado. PG&E recomienda encarecidamente a sus clientes que proporcionen sus comentarios y participen en este importante proceso público que ayudará a determinar las tarifas de los clientes y el futuro energético de California.

Facturas de clientes Si la CPUC aprueba las inversiones propuestas, la factura mensual promedio para un cliente típico de electricidad y gas residencial aumentaría en $10.57 al mes, o 6.4 por ciento.

Esto incluye $8.73 para electricidad y $1.84 para servicio de gas. El cambio de tarifa resultante se produciría en 2020 tras la decisión de la Comisión.

“PG&E reconoce que cualquier aumento en la factura de energía de un cliente tiene un impacto significativo, y estamos comprometidos a mantener los costos del cliente lo más bajos posible, al tiempo que nos aseguramos de que estemos cumpliendo con nuestras responsabilidades de servir de manera segura a nuestros clientes”, agregó Malnight.

Procedimiento Trienal de Costos de Desmantelamiento Nuclear en 2018 PG&E presentó ante la CPUC una segunda propuesta separada, que se conoce como el Procedimiento Trienal de Costos de Desmantelamiento Nuclear de 2018 (NDCTP, por sus siglas en inglés). La presentación es consistente con la decisión de la CPUC de retirar la Planta de Energía Diablo Canyon (DCPP, por sus siglas en inglés) en 2025, para cumplir con las políticas energéticas en evolución de California y aumentar el uso de energía renovable y recursos de eficiencia energética. La presentación del NDCTP propone una estimación de costos actualizada para el desmantelamiento seguro de la DCPP y para reiniciar la recaudación de las contribuciones de los clientes que son necesarias para financiar el proyecto.

“Diablo Canyon sigue siendo un recurso importante para California en el logro de nuestras metas de energía limpia. Cuando la planta haya completado su servicio al final de las

licencias de operación, nos comprometemos a desmantelar de forma segura Diablo Canyon, de una manera que sea consistente no sólo con todas las leyes y regulaciones, sino que también reconozca su importante ubicación para la comunidad y California. Seguiremos firmemente enfocados en trabajar con el estado, los líderes locales y nuestros vecinos para determinar el camino más apropiado a seguir en relación con las tierras circundantes y la línea costera”, dijo Malnight. “Esta propuesta asegurará que tengamos el financiamiento adecuado para alcanzar estas importantes metas ambientales y comunitarias”.

Proceso para cerrar Diablo Canyon Después del anuncio de 2016 de retirar la DCPP en 2025, PG&E completó un exhaustivo análisis de desmantelamiento específico del lugar de la DCPP. El estudio informó la estimación actualizada del costo del proyecto de PG&E de 4.8 billones de dólares y la propuesta para reiniciar la recolección de las contribuciones de los clientes en un fideicomiso separado, establecido para financiar el proyecto de desmantelamiento, almacenar de manera segura el combustible usado hasta que el gobierno federal asuma la responsabilidad del almacenamiento y eliminar toda la infraestructura de apoyo del campus, como los edificios de oficinas, los almacenes y la marina del sitio.

Actualmente, PG&E tiene aproximadamente 3.2 billones de dólares reservados en el fideicomiso de desmantelamiento para el proyecto y necesita 1.6 billones adicionales en 2017 para financiar completamente el desmantelamiento seguro de la DCPP. En la presentación del NDCTP, PG&E solicita que las contribuciones de los clientes para el desmantelamiento se reinicien en 2020 y concluyan a finales de 2025. Esto asegurará que sólo aquellos clientes que se beneficien de la energía limpia, confiable y asequible producida por la DCPP, serán responsables de apoyar su desmantelamiento.

También garantizará el cumplimiento de las leyes federales y de California que exigen que se financien los costos razonables de desmantelamiento antes del cierre de una planta de energía nuclear.

El costo estimado de desmantelamiento podría disminuir en el futuro, si la infraestructura existente del campus, como la marina del sitio, se vuelve a destinar a usos alternativos. PG&E tomará las decisiones sobre el futuro cambio de uso con la contribución del Diablo Canyon Decommissioning Engagement Panel (Panel de Compromiso para el Desmantelamiento de Diablo Canyon) y de la comunidad local, y están sujetas a la aprobación de las autoridades reguladoras.

Facturas de clientes La aprobación del NDCTP 2018 tendría como resultado un aumento mensual de la factura a corto plazo durante un período de seis años. Para un cliente residencial promedio de electricidad no inscrito en el programa CARE en 2020, el impacto de la factura es de alrededor del 2 por ciento, o $1.98.

Proceso público abierto y transparente La presentación del NDCTP, al igual que la propuesta del GRC 2020, está sujeta a una revisión y aprobación pública abierta y transparente por parte de la CPUC. La Comisión llevará a cabo una revisión exhaustiva de las propuestas de PG&E, que incluirá audiencias públicas en todo el estado. PG&E apoya firmemente y exhorta a sus clientes a aportar sus observaciones y participar en este importante proceso público que contribuirá en perfilar las tarifas de los clientes y el futuro energético de California.

Declaración preventiva relativa a declaraciones futuras Este comunicado de prensa incluye declaraciones a futuro que no son hechos históricos, incluye posturas sobre las creencias, expectativas, estimaciones, planes y estrategias futuras de Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). Estas declaraciones se basan en las expectativas y suposiciones actuales, que los directivos consideran razonables, y sobre información actualmente disponible para la gerencia, pero están necesariamente sujetas a diversos riesgos e incertidumbres.

Adicionalmente al riesgo de que estas suposiciones resulten ser inexactas, los factores que podrían causar que los resultados reales difieran materialmente de los contemplados en las declaraciones a futuro, incluyen el momento y el resultado de las investigaciones restantes sobre los incendios forestales en el norte de California en 2017 y 2018, debilitamiento de las condiciones crediticias que podrían perjudicar la capacidad de PG&E Corporation y PG&E para acceder a los mercados de capital, y otros factores revelados en el informe anual de PG&E Corporation y en el informe anual de PG&E en el Formulario 10-K para el año que terminó el 31 de diciembre de 2017, su informe trimestral más reciente en el Formulario 10-Q para el trimestre que terminó el 30 de septiembre de 2018, y sus informes subsiguientes presentados a la Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores. PG&E Corporation y PG&E no asumen la obligación de actualizar o revisar públicamente ninguna declaración a futuro, ya sea debido a nueva información, eventos futuros o de otro tipo.

Acerca de PG&E Pacific Gas and Electric Company, una subsidiaria de PG&E Corporation (NYSE:PCG), es una de las compañías combinadas de gas natural y energía eléctrica más grandes de los Estados Unidos. Con sede en San Francisco y más de 20.000 empleados, la empresa suministra algunas de las energías más limpias del país a casi 16 millones de personas en el norte y centro de California. Para más información, visite www.pge.com/ y pge.com/news.

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AGUACATE, BANANO Y MANGO, FRUTOS PRODIGIOSOS

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Mario Jiménez Castillo El Observador AGUACATE Uno de los frutos más apetecidos es el aguacate, originario del continente americano y con más de treinta variedades en su haber, se ha venido cultivando desde hace más de cinco mil años. Las antiguas civilizaciones americanas contaban en su menú gastronómico con una variedad de platillos preparados con aguacate, maíz, ají y jitomate entre otros ingredientes.

En lengua náhuatl el nombre del aguacate era <<ahuacotl> con la llegada de los conquistadores el nombre se castellanizó.

El aguacate actúa como un regenerador de la flora intestinal y ayuda a eliminar padecimientos como la colitis y la gastroenteritis, también se le considera un potente afrodisíaco. Al consumirlo con frecuencia asiste en el fortalecimiento del cuerpo, previene las arrugas prematuras, retrasa los procesos del envejecimiento ayudando a la piel a lucir más tersa y lozana.

Propiedades medicinales: contiene vitaminas A, B, C, D, E y K y minerales como cloro y fósforo.

Propiedades místicas: Antiguos rituales mágicos afirmaban que todo aquel que coma diariamente una porción de aguacate logrará mantenerse joven por más tiempo y su apetito sexual nunca decaerá.

BANANO Musa sapientum Según datos de los historiadores, el banano en sus más de ochenta variedades es originario de la India e Indonesia, es mencionado en libros sagrados y ofrecido en coloridos rituales a Ganesh, deidad asociada a la buena suerte y al vencimiento

de obstáculos. El banano fue introducido por los conquistadores en el continente americano a finales del siglo xviii. En la actualidad los bananos de mejor calidad son cosechados en Tailandia, las Filipinas y Honduras. Se le conoce también como plátano y guineo.

El banano es consumido regularmente por personas que desean subir de peso o aumentar la musculatura; actúa como revitalizador de los tejidos, es altamente nutritivo y reconocido por proporcionar energía.

Es ampliamente indicado para tratar padecimientos como la gastritis y las úlceras estomacales. También es recomendado para curar la anemia y disminuir los niveles de azúcar en la sangre. Ha sido señalado como una cura para la impotencia. Y se considera como un fruto rejuvenecedor.

Propiedades medicinales: contiene vitaminas A, B y C, calcio, fósforo, cloro, hierro y potasio.

Propiedades místicas: Una hoja de huerta del banano es enterrada en el jardín durante los primeros días de la primavera para asegurar que los habitantes de la casa cuenten con trabajo abundante y buena salud durante todo el año.

MANGO Mangifera indica El mango es una de las frutas tropicales más populares, según los historiadores es originario de la India, Malasia e Indonesia, donde se ha venido cultivando desde hace más de cuatro mil años.

Las mujeres de la India, en sus ritos ancestrales ofrecían durante la primavera los mangos más frondosos a Lakshmi, diosa de la prosperidad pidiéndole que les conservara jóvenes y hermosas. En países de América latina como México y las naciones Centroamericanas se cultiva en sus más de cien variedades. Vale la pena

mencionar que los mangos más grandes del mundo crecen en Escuintla una provincia del pacífico guatemalteco, en ocasiones los mangos que allí se cultivan llegan a medir casi un pie de largo.

El jugo de mango maduro actúa como un potente afrodisíaco, ayuda a prevenir padecimientos gástricos como la úlcera estomacal y la gastritis, además asiste en la digestión y en la cura de los cálculos renales. Cuando se le ingiere frecuentemente procura el rejuvenecimiento de la piel, y también

previene las enfermedades de la piel como el acné y la soriasis. La cáscara no debe ser ingerida ya que puede ocasionar desórdenes intestinales.

Propiedades medicinales: rico en fósforo y potasio, contiene vitaminas A, C y D. Propiedades místicas: Para alejar almas en pena y fantasmas que ronden en una casa, se recomienda quemar nueve pequeños trozos de corteza del árbol de mango, el humo y el aroma producido los alejará.

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CHINESE TECH AT CES: AN ALTERNATIVE POV

considered ‘middle class’ or ‘rich.’”

So, it is clear that the battle for market share is on. However, it will not be fought on the basis of technological features or bells and whistles alone. It will also be fought with floating currencies and trade deals. The strategy is so strong, and the execution is so good, even to a casual observer, it looks like China has been planning this for a while.

Benefits vs. Features What are the benefits of owning a Samsung QLED TV over a TCL QLED TV? If the features are identical, then from a buyer’s point of view, only the benefits and the experience will differentiate the products.

The Strategic Shift There are several ways Samsung, LG, and Sony might effectively fight and win against China’s tech cabal. It is easy to imagine SmartTV as a service. You pay a monthly fee to Samsung, they send you a new flat screen every year or two with a 5G radio in it, you get your content package as part of the deal, and all of it is run through Samsung Smart Hub. Sony and LG have similar capabilities. While this model has been discussed for years, the advent of 5G makes it seem like a workable solution. After all, if Chinese competition destroys margins on hardware, then software and user experience are the only places left to go.

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Much has been written about China’s diminished presence at CES 2019. Looking strictly at the numbers, the story seems clear.

The CES 2019 Exhibitor directory listed 1,211 Chinese exhibitors, down from 1,551 at the 2018 show (a 20 percent drop). Add in the congressionally approved CFIUS (the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States) reforms, which all but dried up Chinese venture money flowing into the United States, then add the on-again/off-again China-vs.-US trade war, and it’s easy to adopt a bearish attitude toward Chinese tech. But there’s more to this story than the numbers and the politics suggest.

CES 2019 Tech East Central Hall Walking into the Central Hall of CES 2019, you might have been overwhelmed by the three incumbent tech giants. Samsung, LG, and Sony all had exhibits in their customary locations, and they were impressive. The jewels in their respective crowns were 8K smart TVs and, to be fair, the image quality from all three manufacturers was breathtaking.

We can get into whether or not 8K video is ever going to be a thing for consumers, or if broadcasters and production companies will ever be able to afford to upgrade their workflows to deliver 8K (no one will pay more for 8K content than they pay for 4K content).

What’s important here is that 8K is what the “Big Three” were using to demonstrate the state of the art in display technology.

CES, the “Chinese Electronics Show” If you walked a little farther into Central Hall, you absolutely would have been overwhelmed with the number and size of the Chinese

exhibits: Hisense, Haier, Huawei, TCL, and Changhong all had massive booths with exceptional technology on display. Hisense and TCL both have 8K smart TVs in the works and TCL will start producing an 8K set with Roku built-in by the end of 2019. That’s at the cutting edge.

Shipping Now All of the Chinese manufacturers have direct knock-offs of technology designed and offered by the Big Three, and they are available now.

What caught my attention were the quality and price points of the Chinese 4K sets and video monitors. These are not “cheap, disposable, knock-offs built at a price”; they are very highquality devices made every bit as well as the devices coming from Korea or Japan. This objective fact will force the Big Three into a new experiential-based marketing strategy or force them into a race to the bottom on price.

Possibly both.

5G or Better WiFi Fixed wireless over 5G is a possible future for 4K content distribution, but so is the existing WiFi/Ethernet infrastructure in most households with a broadband connection.

What interests me is the impact a radical shift

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in hardware strategy would have on content distribution and consumption.

From a consumer’s point of view, they’ll just be getting content on a flat screen. The impact this would have on television, the platform (as opposed to television, the art form) would be significant. In theory, with a 5G flat screen, I won’t need a cable package or even a wired broadband connection to my home, just the set and a payment plan.

The Future Will the Big Three start writing checks to the content companies to get ahead of the China Syndrome? Will they build the experiences necessary to capture the hearts of minds of consumers? Can they? What would this do to advertiser-supported content? How will metaservices deal with the TV manufacturers? Who wins the user experience battle?

There are many other ways to thwart Chinese competition: tariffs, protectionist trade deals, and unfavorable currency valuations, to name a few. Should governments get more involved?

If so, what impact will that have on content, context, and censorship?

There may have been fewer Chinese companies on display at CES 2019, but you should be paying attention to quality, not quantity. The big lesson from CES 2019 is that Chinese tech is awesome, innovative, and cheaper (by far) than identical tech from the Big Three—which forces you to ask: What are they going to do about it?

Author’s note: This is not a sponsored post. I am the author of this article and it expresses my own opinions. I am not, nor is my company, receiving compensation for it.

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If you’re wondering how Chinese technologically caught up with (and in some cases surpassed) the Big Three so quickly, consider that there are virtually no penalties levied on Chinese companies for violating the intellectual property rights of others. To paraphrase Isaac Newton, “They are standing on the shoulders of giants.”

US vs. International Markets While the United States has seemingly adopted a protectionist posture, trade with China is being “negotiated.” It is important to remember that the United States is not the only market in the world with a middle class that can afford flat screen television sets. According to the Brookings Institute, as of September 2018, “just over 50 percent of the world’s population, or some 3.8 billion people, live in households with enough discretionary expenditure to be

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from refineries and ports to urban distribution centers via tanker trucks rather than pipelines.

Mexico City - President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said Tuesday January 15 that the people behind the fuel-theft racket blamed for some $3.4 billion in losses last year continue to damage pipelines, making it hard to fix the supply problem that several states are suffering.

The change has caused supply shortages in at least 10 states and Mexico City, forcing the closure of some filling stations and prompting panic buying.

But the shift is intended to be a transitional measure, as Pemex, with support from the security forces, is working to safeguard the pipelines.

"The people running this illicit business are continuing their acts of sabotage. They continue to break pipelines," the leftist leader told his morning press conference.

He said that in the last few hours there have been new cases of sabotage, particularly against the TuxpanAzcapotzalco pipeline, which supplies 170,000 barrels per day of fuel to Greater Mexico city and Mexico state, the most densely populated region in the country.

"We are acting quickly to repair the pipelines while making sure, as one must in such a case, not to risk the lives of workers or local inhabitants,"

Defense Secretary Luis Cresencio said Tuesday that 800 soldiers and marines will be deployed to secure the Tuxpan-Azcapotzalco pipeline.

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Lopez Obrador said.

Without giving an exact date when the supply will be resumed, he gave assurances that it will gradually get back to normal.

"We want to ask citizens, and in a special way the people of Mexico City, to keep supporting and helping us by stoically putting up with the all the

annoyance of having to wait in line" at filling stations, he said.

Soon after taking office on Dec. 1, the president ordered state oil company Petroleos Mexicanos (Pemex) to address the problem of fuel theft.

Pemex adopted a new fueldistribution strategy that involves delivering gasoline and diesel

Lopez Obrador recalled that a total of more than 5,000 members of the army, navy and Federal Police have been mobilized to deal with the emergency.

He also said the government will purchase some 500 additional tanker trucks with a capacity of 60,000 liters (16,000 gallons) each, which will be paid for with the savings generated by the reduction of fuel theft.

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