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LA EDAD SERÁ EL TEMA CENTRAL DE DEBATE EN LAS PRÓXIMAS ELECCIONES PRESIDENCIALES AGE WILL BE THE TOPIC

OF DEBATE IN THE NEXT PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS

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pocas veces en la historia de los Estados Unidos, la edad del próximo presidente se ha convertido en un tema central de las campañas presidenciales. Una reciente encuesta muestra que un 86% de la población adulta de los Estados Unidos considera que el presidente Joe Biden es, a sus 81 años de edad, considerado como demasiado viejo para un segundo mandato de cuatro años en la Casa Blanca.

Biden tendría 86 años cumplidos cuando termine un nuevo periodo en la Casa Blanca, lo que lo convertiría en el presidente más viejo en la historia de Estados Unidos.

El sondeo de ABC News/Ipsos muestra que los votantes de los Estados Unidos expresan preocupaciones muy parecidas sobre el expresidente Donald Trump, quien tiene 77 años cumplidos, aunque en su caso el porcentaje es menor, de un 62%. Si gana en noviembre, dejaría la Casa Blanca con 82 años.

La edad de un líder político ha sido un tema frecuente de debate, en especial cuando se trata de aspirar a la presidencia de un país.

No hay duda de que la experiencia y la madurez que vienen con la edad son cualidades deseables. Sin embargo, en un mundo en constante evolución, la percepción de la edad en la política está cambiando.

La velocidad de los cambios tecnológicos, sociales y económicos ha llevado a un aumento en la valoración de la capacidad de comprender y abordar los problemas emergentes de manera ágil.

Para muchos, la juventud puede ser vista como una ventaja, ya que los líderes más jóvenes pueden tener una perspectiva fresca y una disposición para desafiar el statu quo.

Al presidente Biden no le ha ayudado el hecho de que ha cometido traspiés en sus apariciones públicas. Recientemente, durante un discurso en la Casa Blanca donde buscaba disipar las dudas sobre su agilidad mental, confundió al presidente de Egipto con el presidente de México.

También ha sido afectado por la percepción de que huye de las ruedas de prensa o de las entrevistas periodísticas. La cadena CBS le ofreció un espacio estelar durante ¬¬¬¬el reciente Súper Bowl. La Casa Blanca declinó.

Es legítimo que la edad pueda ser un factor para considerar al evaluar a un candidato presidencial, pero no

debe ser el único ni el más determinante. Puede haber líderes jóvenes con ideas anticuadas o líderes mayores con ideas visionarias.

La clave está en encontrar un equilibrio entre la sabiduría acumulada y la visión fresca, independientemente de la edad del líder.

Un líder debe inspirar confianza, unificar a la sociedad y tomar decisiones que beneficien al país y a su pueblo. La última palabra estará en manos de millones de estadounidenses el 5 de noviembre.

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Likefew times in American history, the age of the next president has become a central issue in presidential campaigns.

A recent survey shows that 86% of the adult population of the United States considers that President Joe Biden is, at 81 years of age, too old for a second four-year term in the White House.

Biden would be 86 years old when

he finishes a new term in the White House, which would make him the oldest president in United States history.

ABC News/Ipsos Poll Shows

U.S. Voters Express very similar concerns about former President Donald Trump, who is 77 years old, although in his case the percentage is lower, 62%. If he wins in November, he would leave the White House at 82 years old.

The age of a political leader has been a frequent topic of debate, especially when it comes to seeking the presidency of a country.

There is no doubt that the experience and maturity that come with age are desirable qualities. However, in a constantly evolving world, the perception of age in politics is changing.

The speed of technological, social and economic changes has led to an increase in the appreciation of the ability to understand and address emerging problems in an agile manner.

For many, youth can be seen as an advantage, as younger leaders may have a fresh perspective and a willingness to challenge the status quo.

President Biden has not been helped by the fact that he has made missteps in his public appearances. Recently, during a speech at the White House where he sought to dispel doubts about his mental agility, he confused the president of Egypt with the president of Mexico.

He has also been affected by the perception that he avoids press conferences or journalistic interviews. The CBS network offered him a star slot during the recent Super Bowl. The White House declined.

It is legitimate that age can be a factor to consider when evaluating a presidential candidate, but it should not be the only nor the most determining factor. There may be younger leaders with outdated ideas or older leaders with visionary ideas.

The key is to find a balance between accumulated wisdom and fresh vision, regardless of the leader's age. A leader must inspire confidence, unify society and make decisions that benefit the country and its people. The last word will be in the hands of millions of Americans on November 5.

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AZ COULD LEAD WAY IN AI-RELATED LEGISLATION

Alex Gonzalez Public News Service

Arizona lawmakers are hoping to make it easier for politicians to take legal action as the use of deepfakes increases during election campaigns.

House Bill 2394 could pave the way for candidates, and Arizonans at large, to challenge digital impersonations if they can prove the material was produced without consent and with the intent to spread disinformation.

Karthik Ramakrishnan is the founder and CEO of Armilla AI.

He said more focus should be placed on regulating artificial-intelligence models, that campaigns are using to ensure that mis- and disinformation don't fall through the cracks.

"Take existing laws and extend them to cover the downsides risks of AI," said Ramakrishnan, "which I think is very, very prudent - rather than creating brand new laws in place."

The Federal Communications Commission recently banned robocalls that use voices generated by AI.

Ramakrishnan contended that AI isn't bad technology in and of itself, and added that it'll be hard to prevent AI-generated content from being produced - which is why he thinks Arizona's proposed law is a step in a better direction.

Ramakrishnan contended that rather than solely focusing on the negatives, politicians should also use AI in their favor.

"If an official or a candidate wanted to leverage AI, have their voice generated in multiple languages when they call certain demographics, tailor their

message to a specific constituency," said Ramakrishnan. "Instead of recording 50 or 70, 100 different variations, they can have an AI generate those and speak to their potential voters."

But data from Pew Research Center shows Americans are increasingly cautious about the growing role of AI in their lives - with 52% of Americans stating they're more concerned than excited about AI in daily life.

For companies and organizations that use AI, Ramakrishnan encouraged them to willingly submit themselves to a third-party audit and post the results on their websites to instill more confidence and transparency.

For consumers of information in Arizona and around the country, he suggested having a stronger filter.

"We need to have that extra level of filter," said Ramakrishnan. "Is the plausibility of that being true? And doing our own research. Not taking everything at face value, but doing that second or third order of research, because this is about voting, this is about democracy, it is about your franchise."

Support for this reporting was provided by the Carnegie Corporation of New York.

AZ PODRÍA LIDERAR LEGISLACIÓN RELACIONADA CON IA

Alex Gonzalez Public News Service

Loslegisladores de Arizona esperan poder facilitar que los políticos emprendan acciones legales a medida que aumenta el uso de deepfakes durante las campañas electorales.

El Proyecto de Ley 2394 de la Camara de Representantes podría allanar el camino para que los candidatos, y los ciudadanos de Arizona en general, impugnen las suplantaciones digitales si pueden demostrar que el material se produjo sin consentimiento y con la intención de difundir desinformación.

Karthik Ramakrishnan es fundador y director ejecutivo de Armilla AI.

Dice que se debe prestar más atención a la regulación de los modelos de inteligencia artificial que utilizan las campanas para garantizar que la información errónea y la desinformación no pasen desapercibidas.

"Tomar las leyes existentes y ampliarlas para cubrir las desventajas de la IA," dice Ramakrishnan "lo cual creo que es muy prudente, en lugar de crear leyes completamente nuevas."

La Comisión Federal de Comunicaciones prohibio

recientemente las robo-llamadas que utilizan voces generadas por Inteligencia Artificial.

Ramakrishnan sostiene que la IA no es mala tecnología en sí misma y añade que será difícil impedir que se produzcan contenidos generados por la IA, por lo que cree que la ley propuesta por Arizona es un paso en una mejor dirección.

Ramakrishnan sostiene que, en lugar de centrarse únicamente en los aspectos negativos, los políticos también deberían utilizar la IA a su favor.

"Si un funcionario o un candidato quisiera aprovechar la IA, puede hacer que su voz se genere en varios idiomas a la hora de hablar con ciertos grupos demográficos, adaptar su mensaje a un electorado especifico," dice Ramakrishnan, "en lugar de grabar 50, 70 o 100 variaciones diferentes, puede hacer que la IA lo genere y así comunicarse con sus votantes potenciales." Pero los datos del Pew Research Center muestran que los estadounidenses son cada vez más cautelosos sobre el creciente papel de la IA en sus vidas, con un 52% de los estadounidenses declarando que están más preocupados que entusiasmados con la Inteligencia Artificial en la vida cotidiana.

Para las empresas y organizaciones que utilizan IA, Ramakrishnan les anima a someterse voluntariamente a una auditoria de terceros y publicar los resultados en sus sitios web para infundir más confianza y transparencia. Para los consumidores de información en Arizona y en todo el país, sugiere tener un filtro más fuerte.

"Necesitamos tener ese nivel extra de filtro," asegura Ramakrishnan. "¿Es factible que eso sea cierto? Y hacer nuestra propia investigación. No tomarlo todo al pie de la letra, sino investigar ese segundo o más, porque se trata de votar, de democracia, de tu derecho al voto."

El apoyo para este informe fue proporcionado por The Carnegie Corporation of New York.

The FCC's rule would give state attorneys general across the country new tools to go after bad actors behind these nefarious robocalls.

Photo Credit: Adobe Stock

La norma de la FCC daría a los fiscales generales de todo el país nuevas herramientas para perseguir a los malhechores que están detrás de estas nefastas robo-llamadas.

Photo Credit: wavebreakmedia_micro / Freepik

Naoki Nitta

Civil Eats

EnCALIFORNIA ES LÍDER EN COMIDAS ESCOLARES BAJAS EN CARBONO

2021, Josh Goddard se encontró con una noticia seria. El informe del Panel Intergubernamental sobre Cambio Climático (IPCC) de las Naciones Unidas de ese año mostró que, a nivel mundial, la producción de carne y lácteos es responsable de alimentar casi un tercio de las emisiones de gas metano causadas por el hombre.

La evaluación del IPCC “fue bastante implacable”, dice el director de servicios de nutrición del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Santa Ana (SAUSD) del sur de California, al establecer “fuertes conexiones entre nuestros sistemas alimentarios y el cambio climático”. El metano es un gas de efecto invernadero potente pero de vida corta que, según los científicos, ha provocado aproximadamente el 30 por ciento del calentamiento de la Tierra desde la época preindustrial.

La noticia fue “un impulso para la acción” para Goddard, quien dirige uno de los programas de comidas escolares más grandes del estado, que sirve más de 10 millones de almuerzos, desayunos, meriendas y cenas anualmente, con más del 80 por ciento de los estudiantes elegibles para recibir comidas gratuitas o a precio reducido.

Con la bendición de los administradores y la comunidad, las escuelas de Santa Ana comenzaron a ofrecer un menú de almuerzo totalmente basado en plantas una vez por semana. Todavía hay leche disponible diariamente según los requisitos del Departamento de Agricultura de EE. UU. (USDA). Las ofertas revisadas, que incluyen platos creativos como tacos de tempeh y wraps de coliflor búfalo, han ayudado a reducir el impacto climático del SAUSD, dice Goddard. Sus cálculos guiados por la EPA estiman una reducción de emisiones en todo el distrito de aproximadamente 1.300 toneladas al año.

Los esfuerzos de Santa Ana, sin embargo, no son únicos. En todo el país, los estudiantes que regresan a la escuela han encontrado opciones ampliadas a base de plantas en la oferta de sus cafeterías. Pero en California, una serie de recientes iniciativas progresistas de alimentación escolar han ayudado a elevar el listón para lograr que los menús del almuerzo no sólo sean más respetuosos con el clima, sino también más saludables e inclusivos, al apelar a una gama más amplia de preferencias y restricciones dietéticas -- así como de paladares.

“Los niños y las lentejas no son buenos compañeros de cama”, dice Goddard. Con presupuestos ajustados y complejos requisitos de reembolso del USDA, apaciguar el paladar de 39.000 estudiantes puede ser un desafío. Pero junto con la creatividad, el ingenio y el apoyo estatal, las inversiones en instalaciones de cocina, equipos y capacitación del personal, dice, "pueden hacer que algo como el picadillo de lentejas sea bastante especial".”

Progreso impulsado por plantas

A medida que los distritos escolares de todo el país adoptan un enfoque de menú basado en plantas, muchos han ampliado su oferta mucho más allá de las pizzas de queso y los sándwiches de mantequilla de nueces. En 2022, el sistema escolar de Nueva York introdujo los “viernes impulsados por plantas”, en los que se sirven comidas veganas calientes, como un sabroso guiso de garbanzos y un plato de frijoles y plátanos, a sus 1,1 millones de estudiantes. Las escuelas del condado de Lee en Florida, el distrito escolar número 32 más grande del país, han estado sirviendo gyros de hamburguesa de frijoles y nuggets de tofu empanizados semanalmente desde 2015.

En las escuelas públicas de Minneapolis, “elegimos [los platos a base de plantas] todos los días”, dice Bertrand Weber, director de servicios culinarios y de bienestar del distrito. Si bien las selecciones a menudo incluyen productos lácteos, se mantienen alejados de los análogos de la carne, como las imitaciones de filetes de pollo y las "hamburguesas veganas", dice. En cambio, las ofertas se centran en ingredientes ricos en fibra, integrales y mínimamente procesados, como legumbres, proteína de guisantes crumble y productos de soya como tofu y tempeh, alimentos que están mejor alineados con las pautas nutricionales de las principales organizaciones de salud pública.

Los alimentos de origen vegetal no son los elementos más populares del menú, admite Weber. Estima que la “tasa de aceptación” es de alrededor del 10 por ciento, aunque ha visto un crecimiento constante en la demanda desde que implementó el cambio hace dos años. En la cercana Richfield, el distrito informa que algunos días, casi la mitad de sus estudiantes optan por la opción vegana. "Nuestro enfoque es: aquí están las opciones

[diarias] que tiene", dice, "y una de ellas siempre es sin carne".

Estas selecciones más amplias responden a la tendencia cambiante entre la Generación Z hacia dietas basadas en plantas, que, a pesar de un aumento en el consumo general de carne en Estados Unidos, se ha multiplicado por siete desde 2017.

"Todo el mundo parece tener una razón diferente para comer alimentos de origen vegetal", dice Kayla Beyer, fundadora de Deeply Rooted Farms. El fabricante de proteínas de origen vegetal suministra a las escuelas de todo el país un crumble de chícharos que reemplaza la carne molida "uno por uno", sin cambiar las recetas. El producto cumple muchos requisitos, incluidas las preocupaciones ambientales, de salud y de bienestar animal, dice Beyer, y al mismo tiempo ayuda a las escuelas a responder a restricciones dietéticas, religiosas y culturales. A diferencia de las hamburguesas de imitación de carne denunciadas por los defensores del medio ambiente por su gran huella de carbono, el crumble no perecedero requiere un procesamiento mínimo y se envía seco, lo que alivia los costos de transporte y libera espacio en el refrigerador. El ingrediente bajo en alérgenos también está certificado como kosher y halal, "por lo que tiene un gran atractivo" de forma discreta, añade. "Queremos normalizar los alimentos de origen vegetal y no estigmatizarlos".

Renovando el menú

De vuelta en California, un nuevo informe de Amigos de la Tierra (FOE) revela que en los 25 distritos escolares más grandes del estado, los almuerzos se inclinan cada vez más hacia la inclusión. El estudio, que revisó los cambios en los menús de los últimos cuatro años, encontró que más de dos tercios ahora sirven platos principales sin carne ni lácteos al menos una vez a la semana - un aumento del 50 por ciento desde 2019. Además, más de la mitad de las escuelas intermedias y secundarias ofrecen una opción basada en plantas todos los días.

“Quedamos asombrados al ver el progreso, a pesar de que 2020 fue un año tan difícil para los servicios de nutrición escolar”, dice Nora Stewart, gerente de alimentos escolares amigables con el clima de FOE en California, quien dirigió el estudio, observando los desafíos sin precedentes en la dotación de personal y las cadenas de suministro durante el pico de la pandemia.

Stewart señala una confluencia de importantes iniciativas estatales que ayudaron a impulsar el esfuerzo, comenzando con el Programa Universal de Comidas Gratuitas. Junto con otros nueve estados, California ha ampliado los beneficios federales de la era de la pandemia para ofrecer desayuno y almuerzo gratuitos a todos los estudiantes, independientemente de su situación económica.

Además de garantizar un acceso equitativo a las comidas, el estado también ha realizado importantes inversiones en la reforma de la política de alimentación escolar destinada a mejorar la calidad y la sostenibilidad de los menús de la cafetería. El programa de subvenciones para incubadoras de la granja a la escuela de California, por valor de 60 millones de dólares, es el primero en

el país, y apoya a los distritos en el abastecimiento de alimentos orgánicos y cultivados localmente.

Además, el fondo de Infraestructura y Capacitación en Cocinas (KIT, por sus siglas en inglés) asigna $600 millones para mejorar las instalaciones de cocina de las escuelas y capacitar al personal para ampliar la preparación de comidas en las escuelas. Y un fondo único de $100 millones ayuda a los distritos a implementar estas y otras medidas orientadas a la nutrición y el impacto climático.

El apoyo estatal es invaluable para la transición del menú, dice Stewart. Si bien los frijoles y las legumbres son baratos, conseguir y transformar ingredientes de origen vegetal en comidas atractivas - que puedan competir con las opciones populares - puede ser un desafío, añade. Y el programa USDA Foods, que proporciona a las escuelas carne, lácteos y otros productos seleccionados subsidiados, cubre una gama limitada de proteínas de origen vegetal, como frijoles y mantequillas de nueces, “por lo que la financiación [estatal] ayuda a compensar realmente algunos de esos costos”. Moisés Plascencia, coordinador del programa de la granja a la escuela en Santa Ana, dice que los nuevos programas ayudan a elevar los menús basados en plantas a un nivel completamente nuevo. El apoyo al abastecimiento local permite la adquisición de granjas dentro de un radio de 70 millas, lo que brinda al distrito acceso a una mayor variedad de productos frescos. Con una población latina de casi el 90 por ciento, ingredientes como los tomatillos, la calabaza mexicana y las hierbas resuenan entre los estudiantes, señala, y permite que el personal de cocina "proporcione alimentos culturalmente relevantes". Y eso aumenta el atractivo de cualquier almuerzo escolar, añade, “porque así le estás proporcionando a la gente las cosas que quieren”. Sin embargo, la ajustada tasa de reembolso federal de cinco dólares por comida a menudo paraliza los presupuestos. “Los directores de servicios de nutrición están enormemente incentivados a usar su dinero en el programa de alimentos del USDA”, dice Stewart de FOE, que en última instancia inclina el menú hacia una fuerte dependencia de productos animales subsidiados por el gobierno federal.

Más al sur, en el Valle de Temecula, los presupuestos limitados no son el único impedimento para adoptar un menú completo a base de plantas, dice Amanda Shears, subdirectora de servicios de nutrición del Distrito Escolar Unificado del Valle de Temecula (TVUSD), en un correo electrónico. La demanda general en el distrito de 27.000 estudiantes - donde casi una cuarta parte califica para almuerzos gratuitos o reducidoses “mínima”, agrega, por lo que “mi objetivo es diseñar menús para todos. utilizando los recursos y fondos disponibles”.

Todas las escuelas del distrito ofrecen opciones vegetarianas diarias, pero la mayoría contiene queso y lácteos, dice Ava Cuevas, estudiante de tercer año de la escuela secundaria Chaparral de TVUSD. Y las dos opciones veganas - la hamburguesa de frijoles y la barra de ensaladas - se sirven en cantidades limitadas, por lo que “se agotan en minutos”, añade.

Como activista por el bienestar animal, Cuevas considera que las dietas basadas en plantas abordan una variedad de preocupaciones, incluido el impacto climático y el acceso a alimentos saludables. También ha experimentado inseguridad alimentaria en el pasado, por lo que no se le escapa el valor de los almuerzos escolares, dice. "Saber que no puedo confiar en ello es definitivamente una distracción". Ella está intensificando su defensa este otoño, aunque hasta que las cosas cambien, agrega, "serán muchos sándwiches de mantequilla de maní y mermelada".

Mientras tanto, Shears sostiene que “para mí es importante hacer que haya más comidas a base de plantas disponibles”, y señala que el distrito está tratando de aumentar la cocina casera y el abastecimiento local de frutas y verduras. Sin embargo, su departamento enfrenta prioridades apremiantes: desde la pandemia, las cocinas escolares han tenido “una gran falta de personal”, dice, y los equipos e instalaciones necesitan una mejora para adaptarse mejor al almacenamiento y preparación de alimentos en el lugar. Los fondos estatales, añade, serán de gran ayuda en esta tarea.

A nivel estatal, el informe de FOE encontró que la carne de res, el queso y la carne de pollo representaban en conjunto más de dos tercios de las compras escolares a través del programa del USDA. La proteína de origen vegetal, por otro lado, representó sólo el 2,5 por ciento del pastel, a pesar de representar el 8 por ciento de las ofertas del menú. Actualmente, el USDA está considerando una propuesta para ampliar las opciones de crédito para incluir nueces enteras, semillas y legumbres, según un portavoz de la agencia contactado por Civil Eats.

No es sorprendente que las hamburguesas con queso y los platos principales de carne molida se encuentren entre las selecciones de almuerzo más populares en las escuelas de California. Sin embargo, debido a la gran huella de metano del ganado, esas opciones generan 22 veces más gases de efecto invernadero en la atmósfera que los tazones de fideos con tofu o un wrap a base de plantas, señala Stewart, y representan casi la mitad de la huella climática de todas las proteínas que se sirven en el almuerzo.

Y aunque la pizza y otros platos con alto contenido de queso tienen sólo una cuarta parte del impacto, la relativa ineficiencia de la producción de queso — se necesitan casi 10 libras de leche para hacer una libra de queso —lo que aún equivale a emisiones considerables, junto con altos requisitos de agua y uso de la tierra.

"Estamos estableciendo cada vez más la conexión entre los alimentos como motor del cambio climático", añade Stewart. Con una inscripción de casi 6 millones de estudiantes en las escuelas públicas de California, “incluso un pequeño cambio [hacia una dieta basada en plantas] podría tener un impacto profundo” para revertir el rumbo.

Sin embargo, renovar los menús para orientar a las escuelas hacia una dirección basada en las plantas — y, de hecho, una más orientada a la nutrición — requiere equiparlos con recursos adecuados, dice Brandy Dreibelbis, directora ejecutiva de cocina de la Fundación Chef Ann, una organización sin fines de lucro que promueve ingredientes integrales, cocina casera y una mejor nutrición en las escuelas.

Invertir en instalaciones de cocina y capacitación culinaria para el personal es clave para diseñar comidas más saludables, dice Dreibelbis, y alejar los almuerzos de alimentos procesados para calentar y servir. “Cocinar desde cero les da [a las escuelas] mucha más flexibilidad en sus menús”, particularmente los de ingredientes integrales y vegetales. Y otras mejoras, como refrigeradores más grandes, pueden impulsar la adquisición de ingredientes frescos cultivados localmente, ayudando a truncar la cadena de suministro y crear conexiones más transparentes con la fuente de alimentos.

Como parte de una organización nacional, Dreibelbis ha visto avances en los 50 estados, pero California está muy por delante, dice, especialmente con la reciente avalancha de iniciativas. "Hay mucho más impulso y progreso [en el estado] en torno a la alimentación escolar en general".

Y, en última instancia, las escuelas tienen un papel influyente a la hora de moldear los hábitos alimentarios de sus estudiantes y orientar el curso del consumo hacia opciones más conscientes del clima.

"Es una gran oportunidad para realizar cambios radicales en nuestro sistema alimentario en este momento", dice Goddard del SAUSD. “Si el gobierno federal [dirige] una de las operaciones de alimentación más grandes del planeta, ¿por qué no debería ser un lugar para el cambio?”

Naoki Nitta escribió este artículo para Civil Eats.

Muchos programas de almuerzos escolares están introduciendo más comidas sin carne ni lácteos para normalizar una dieta basada en plantas más saludable y respetuosa con el clima. Photo Credit: Timolina / Freepik

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CALIFORNIA LEADS WAY IN LOW-CARBON SCHOOL MEALS

Naoki Nitta Civil Eats

2021, Josh Goddard came across some sobering news. That year’s United Nation’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report showed that globally, meat and dairy production is responsible for fueling nearly a third of human-caused methane gas emissions.

The IPCC assessment “was pretty unforgiving,” says the director of nutrition services for Southern California’s Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD), in making “strong connections between our food systems and climate change.” Methane is a short-lived but potent greenhouse gas that scientists say has driven roughly 30 percent of Earth’s warming since pre-industrial times.

The news was “an impetus for action” for Goddard, who runs one of the state’s largest school meal programs serving upwards of 10 million lunches, breakfasts, snacks, and suppers annually with more than 80 percent of students eligible for free and reduced-priced meals. With blessing from administrators and the community, Santa Ana schools started offering an entirely plantbased lunch menu once a week. Milk is still available daily per U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) requirement. The revised offerings, which include creative dishes such as tempeh tacos and buffalo cauliflower wraps, have helped reduce SAUSD’s climate impact, Goddard says. His EPA-guided calculations estimate a district-wide reduction in emissions by about 1,300 tons a year.

Santa Ana’s efforts, however, are not unique. Across the nation, students returning to school have found expanded plant-based options in their cafeteria offerings. But in California, an array of recent progressive school food initiatives has helped raise the bar on making lunch menus not just more climate-friendly, but healthier and more inclusive, by appealing to a greater range of dietary preferences and restrictions—as well as palettes.

“Kids and lentils aren’t good bedfellows,” says Goddard. With tight budgets and complex USDA reimbursement requirements, appeasing the palettes of 39,000 students can be a challenge. But along with creativity, ingenuity, and state support, investments in kitchen facilities, equipment, and staff training, he says, “can make something like lentil piccadillo rather special.”

Plant-Powered Progress

As school districts across the country move to a plantforward menu approach, many have widened their offerings far beyond cheese pizzas and nut butter sandwiches. In 2022, the New York School System introduced “Plant-Powered Fridays,” serving up hot, vegan meals such as zesty chickpea stew and a bean and plantain bowl to its 1.1 million students. Lee County schools in Florida—the 32nd largest school district in the country—have been dishing up bean burger gyros and breaded tofu nuggets weekly since 2015.

At public schools in Minneapolis, “we make [plant-based dishes] a choice, every single day,” says Bertrand Weber, director of the district’s culinary and wellness services. While selections often include dairy products, they steer clear of meat analogs such as imitation chicken tenders and “bleeding vegan burgers,” he says.

Instead, offerings focus on fiber-rich, whole and minimally-processed ingredients including legumes and pulses, pea protein crumble, and soy products such as tofu and tempeh—foods that are better aligned with the nutritional guidelines of leading public health organizations.

Plant-based foods are not the most popular items on the menu, Weber concedes. He estimates the “take rate” is about 10 percent—though he has seen steady growth in demand since implementing the change two years ago. In nearby Richfield, the district reports that on some days, nearly half of its students reach for the vegan choice. “Our approach is, here are the [daily] options that you have,” he says, “and one of those is always non-meat.”

Such broader selections caters to the shifting trend among Gen Z towards plant-based diets—which, despite an increase in overall U.S. meat consumption, has jumped sevenfold since 2017.

“Everybody seems to have a different reason for eating plant-based foods,” says Kayla Beyer, founder of Deeply Rooted Farms. The plant-based protein manufacturer supplies a pea crumble to schools across the country that replaces ground beef “one for one,” without changing recipes.

The product checks many boxes including environmental, health, and animal welfare concerns, says Beyer, while helping schools respond to dietary, religious, and cultural restrictions. Unlike imitation meat burgers decried by environmental advocates for their heavy carbon footprint, the shelf-stable crumble requires minimal

processing and ships dry, thereby lightening transport costs and freeing up refrigerator space. The low-allergen ingredient is also certified kosher and halal, “so it has broad appeal” in an understated way, she adds. “We want to normalize plant-based food and not stigmatize it.”

Revamping the Menu

Back in California, a new report from Friends of the Earth (FOE) finds that in the state’s 25 largest school districts, lunches are increasingly leaning towards inclusivity. The study, which reviewed changes in menus from the past four years, found that more than two-thirds now serve non-meat, non-dairy entrees at least once a week—a 50 percent spike since 2019. Additionally, more than half of middle and high schools offer a plant-based option every day.

“We were astonished to see the progress, despite 2020 being such a tough year for school nutrition services,” says Nora Stewart, FOE’s California climate friendly school food manager, who led the study, noting the unprecedented challenges in staffing and supply chains during the height of the pandemic.

Stewart points to a confluence of major state initiatives that helped propel the effort, starting with the Universal Free Meals Program. Along with nine other states, California has extended federal pandemic-era benefits to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students, regardless of income status.

Along with ensuring equitable meal access, the state has also made significant investments in school food policy reform aimed at improving the quality and sustainability of cafeteria menus. California’s $60 million Farm to School Incubator Grant Program, a first in the country, supports districts in sourcing organic and locally grown foods.

Additionally, the Kitchen Infrastructure and Training (KIT) fund allocates $600 million to upgrade school cooking facilities and train staff to expand on-site meal preparation. And a one-time $100 million fund helps districts implement these and other nutrition- and climate impactminded measures.

The state support is invaluable to menu transition, Stewart says. While beans and legumes are cheap, procur-

Many school lunch programs are introducing more non-meat, non-dairy meals to normalize a healthier, more climate-friendly plant-based diet. Photo Credit: CivilEats

ing and transforming plant-based ingredients into appealing meals—ones that can compete with popular options—can be a challenge, she adds. And the USDA Foods program, which provides schools with subsidized meat, dairy, and other select commodities, covers a limited range of plant-based proteins such as beans and nut butters, “so the [state] funding helps to really offset some of those costs.”

Moises Plascencia, farm to school program coordinator in Santa Ana, says that the new programs help elevate plant-forward menus to a whole new level. The support for local sourcing allows procurement from farms within a 70-mile radius, giving the district access to a greater choice of fresh produce.

With a near-90 percent Latino population, ingredients such as tomatillos, Mexican squash, and herbs resonate with students, he notes, and lets kitchen staff “provide culturally relevant foods.” And that ups the appeal of any school lunch, he adds, “because then, you’re providing folks with things they want.”

Nevertheless, the tight $5 per-meal federal reimbursement rate often hamstrings budgets. “Nutrition service directors are hugely incentivized to use their pot of money on the USDA foods program,” says FOE’s Stewart, which ultimately skews the menu towards a heavy reliance on federally subsidized animal products.

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the only deterrent to embracing a full plant-based menu, says Amanda Shears, Temecula Valley Unified School District’s (TVUSD) assistant nutrition services director, in an email. Overall demand in the 27,000-student district—where nearly a quarter qualify for free and reduced lunches—is “minimal,” she adds, so “my goal is to design menus for everyone using the resources and funds available.”

All district schools offer daily vegetarian options, but most contain cheese and dairy, says Ava Cuevas, a junior at TVUSD’s Chaparral High School. And the two vegan options—the bean burger and salad bar—are served in limited quantities, so they’re “sold out in minutes,” she adds.

As an animal welfare activist, Cuevas sees plant-based diets addressing a range of concerns, including climate impact and access to healthy food. She has also experienced food insecurity in the past, so the value of school lunches is not lost on her, she says. “Knowing that can’t rely on [it] is definitely a distraction.” She’s stepping up her advocacy this fall—though until things change, she adds, “it’s [going to be] a lot of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.”

Meanwhile, Shears maintains that “making more plantbased meals available is important to me,” noting that the district is trying to ramp up scratch cooking and local sourcing of fruit and greens. Yet her department faces pressing priorities: Since the pandemic, school kitchens have been “severely understaffed,” she says, and equipment and facilities need an upgrade to better accommodate onsite food storage and preparation. The state funds, she adds, will be definitely helpful in the endeavor. Statewide, the FOE report found that beef, cheese, and poultry together accounted for more than two-thirds of school purchases through the USDA program. Plantbased protein, on the other hand, made up just 2.5 percent of the pie, despite representing 8 percent of menu offerings. The USDA is currently considering a proposal for expanding credit options to include whole nuts, seeds, and legumes, according to an agency spokesperson contacted by Civil Eats.

Not surprisingly, cheeseburgers and ground beef entrees are among the most popular lunch selections in California schools. Yet, because of cattle’s large methane footprint, those choices result in 22 times more greenhouse gases in the atmosphere than tofu noodle bowls or a plant-based wrap, Stewart notes, and account for nearly half the climate footprint of all protein served at lunch.

And while pizza and other cheese-heavy dishes have only a quarter of the impact, the relative inefficiency of cheese production—it takes almost 10 pounds of milk to make a pound of cheese—still equate to sizable emissions, along with high water and land use requirements. “We’re increasingly drawing the connection between food as a driver of climate change,” Stewart adds. With an enrollment of nearly 6 million students in California public schools, “even just a small shift [towards a plantbased diet] could have a profound impact” in reversing the course.

Yet revamping menus to steer schools in a plant-forward direction—and for that matter, a more nutrition-minded one—requires equipping them with adequate resources, says Brandy Dreibelbis, executive director of culinary at the Chef Ann Foundation, a nonprofit that promotes whole ingredient, scratch cooking and better nutrition in schools.

Investing in kitchen facilities and culinary training for staff is key to tailoring healthier meals, Dreibelbis says, and transitioning lunches away from processed heatand-serve foods. “Cooking from scratch gives [schools] much more flexibility in their menus,” particularly whole ingredient, plant-forward ones. And other upgrades such as larger refrigerators can boost the procurement of fresh, locally grown ingredients, helping to truncate the supply chain and create more transparent connections to the food source.

As part of a national organization, Dreibelbis has seen progress in all 50 states, but California is way ahead of the game, she says, especially with the recent flood of initiatives. “There’s so much more momentum and progress [in the state] around school food in general.”

And ultimately, schools have an influential role in shaping the eating habits of their students—and steering the course of consumption towards more climate-conscious choices.

“It’s a big opportunity to make sweeping changes to our food system right now,” says SAUSD’s Goddard. “If the federal government [runs] one of the largest feeding operations on the planet, why shouldn’t that be a venue for change?”

Naoki Nitta wrote this article for Civil Eats.

EARTHTALK Q&A: 4 DAY WORKWEEK CLIMATE BENEFITS

Dear EarthTalk: What are the climate benefits of switching over to a four-day workweek? - P. Proby, Denver, CO

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Nearly200 companies across the globe have completed six-month trials of a four-day workweek with promising results. Juliet Schor, an economist and sociologist at Boston College, is leading the trials with the nonprofit group Four Day Week Global. Schor says, “Stress, burnout, mental health, physical health…job satisfaction… all of those are going in the right directions.” While the four-day workweek seems to improve employee lives, the results of the trial also suggest that the shorter workweek has climate benefits as well.

The four-day workweek benefits the environment by lessening the environmental impacts of commuting, reducing energy consumption and cutting greenhouse gas emissions. In 2021, the transportation sector was the leading contributor of greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S., accounting for around 28 percent of total emissions nationwide. By committing to a four-day workweek every employee could reduce their commute by 20 percent. Furthermore, during a six-month trials, workers spent less time commuting by car and more time biking and walking.

Another major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions is lighting, heating, cooling and generally powering up office buildings. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that commercial and residential buildings account for nearly 13 percent of total greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. Keeping offices closed (or partially powered down) for an extra day per week could yield significant emissions reductions. Schor found that just a 10 percent reduction in work hours is linked to a 8.6 percent fall in carbon footprint.

Along with climate benefits, the four-day workweek provides employees with their own perks. During a 2022 trial in the U.K., of 70 firms, 56 said they planned to keep a four-day workweek in place after the trial

ended. The most commonly cited benefits of the trial were increased productivity and significant financial savings for employees. Employees saved money on both transportation and childcare during the trial. The UK trial also found that during the four-day workweek daily production rose by 22 percent. This statistic exemplifies the main goal of four-day workweek which is the idea of improving efficiency by avoiding overworking employees. Rethinking the culture around work and the desire to constantly produce could not only benefit employees, but could yield reductions in carbon pollution.

The idea of the four-day workweek sounds great, but is it really viable? The fact is, most companies have been able to implement the four-day workweek without seeing a decline in productivity.

A case study in New Zealand focused on Perpetual Guardian, an estate management company that started using the four-day workweek in 2018. The results were beyond expectations. Employees maintained their work output by eliminating unproductivity during work hours and working more efficiently. Additionally, all 240 employees experienced a 24 percent improvement in work-life balancing, while maintaining their high productivity levels. The employee perks, combined with the climate benefits, make the four-day workweek an increasingly strong option for businesses.

CONTACTS: A four-day workweek could be better for health and the climate, companies find, https://yaleclimateconnections.org/2024/02/a-four-dayworkweek-could-be-better-for-healthand-the-climate-companies-find/; The Climate Benefits of a 4-Day Work Week (32hrs), https://4dayweek.io/pro/environment.

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EARTHTALK Q&A: BENEFICIOS CLIMÁTICOS DE LA SEMANA LABORAL DE 4 DÍAS

Estimado EarthTalk: ¿Cuáles son las ventajas climáticas de pasar a una semana laboral de cuatro días? -P. Proby, Denver, CO

Cercade 200 empresas de todo el mundo han realizado pruebas de seis meses de una semana laboral de cuatro días con resultados prometedores. Juliet Schor, economista y socióloga del Boston College, dirige las pruebas con el grupo sin ánimo de lucro Four Day Week Global. Schor afirma: "Estrés, agotamiento, salud mental, salud física... satisfacción laboral... todos ellos van en la buena dirección". Aunque la semana laboral de cuatro días parece mejorar la vida de los empleados, los resultados del ensayo también sugieren que la semana laboral más corta también tiene beneficios climáticos. La semana laboral de cuatro días beneficia al medio ambiente al disminuir el impacto ambiental de los desplazamientos, reducir el consumo de energía y recortar las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero. En 2021, el sector del transporte fue el principal responsable de las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero en EE.UU., con cerca del 28% del total de emisiones a escala nacional. Comprometiéndose a trabajar cuatro días a la semana, cada empleado podría reducir sus desplazamientos en un 20%. Además, durante una prueba de seis meses, los trabajadores dedicaron menos tiempo a desplazarse en coche y más en bicicleta y a pie.

Otro factor importante de las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero es la iluminación, la calefacción, la refrigeración y, en general, el suministro eléctrico de los edificios de oficinas. La Agencia de Protección del Medio Ambiente de EE.UU. (EPA) calcula que los edificios comerciales y residenciales son responsables de casi el 13% de las emisiones totales de gases de efecto invernadero en EE.UU. Mantener las oficinas cerradas (o parcialmente apagadas) un día más a la semana podría suponer una reducción significativa de las emisiones. Schor descubrió que sólo una reducción del 10% de las horas de trabajo está vinculada a un descenso del 8,6% de la huella de carbono.

Además de los beneficios climáticos, la semana laboral de cuatro días ofrece a los empleados sus propias ventajas. Durante una prueba realizada en 2022 en el Reino Unido, de 70 empresas, 56 afirmaron que tenían previsto mantener la semana laboral de cuatro días una vez finalizada la prueba. Los beneficios

más citados de la prueba fueron el aumento de la productividad y un importante ahorro económico para los empleados. Los empleados ahorraron dinero tanto en transporte como en guarderías durante el ensayo. El ensayo en el Reino Unido también reveló que durante la semana laboral de cuatro días la producción diaria aumentó un 22%. Esta estadística ejemplifica el principal objetivo de la semana laboral de cuatro días, que es la idea de mejorar la eficiencia evitando el exceso de trabajo de los empleados. Repensar la cultura en torno al trabajo y el deseo de producir constantemente no sólo podría beneficiar a los empleados, sino que podría reducir la contaminación por carbono.

La idea de la semana laboral de cuatro días suena muy bien, pero ¿es realmente viable? El hecho es que la mayoría de las empresas han sido capaces de implantar la semana laboral de cuatro días sin ver un descenso de la productividad. Un estudio de caso en Nueva Zelanda se centró en Perpetual Guardian, una empresa de gestión inmobiliaria que comenzó a utilizar la semana laboral de cuatro días en 2018. Los resultados superaron las expectativas. Los empleados mantuvieron su rendimiento laboral eliminando la improductividad durante las horas de trabajo y trabajando de forma más eficiente. Además, los 240 empleados experimentaron una mejora del 24% en el equilibrio entre la vida laboral y personal, al tiempo que mantuvieron sus altos niveles de productividad. Las ventajas para los empleados, combinadas con los beneficios climáticos, hacen de la semana laboral de cuatro días una opción cada vez más sólida para las empresas.

CONTACTOS: Una semana laboral de cuatro días podría ser mejor para la salud y el clima, según las empresas, https://yaleclimateconnections.org/2024/02/a-four-day-workweekcould-be-better-for-health-and-the-climatecompanies-find/; The Climate Benefits of a 4-Day Work Week (32hrs), https://4dayweek. io/pro/environment.

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The four-day workweek benefits the environment by lessening the environmental impacts of commuting, reducing energy consumption and cutting greenhouse gas emissions. Photo Credit: Bidvine / Pexels

La semana laboral de cuatro días beneficia al medio ambiente al reducir el impacto ambiental de los desplazamientos, el consumo de energía y las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero. Photo Credit: Christina Morillo / Pexels

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- Community Room 848 E William St San Jose, CA 95116

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Moreland Community Center - MU1 & MU2 1850 Fallbrook Ave San Jose, CA 95130 C/S/T/V/H/K/P/R/U

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Fair Oaks Park - Park Building 540 N Fair Oaks Ave Sunnyvale, CA 94085 C/S/T/V/H/K/R

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Ubicaciones de Centros de Votación de 4 Días Abiertos del 2 de marzo – 4 de marzo de 2024 de 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m. Día de la Elección, 5 de marzo de 2024 – de 7:00 a.m. a 8:00 p.m.

Abiertos del 2 de marzo – 4 de marzo de 2024 de 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m. Día de la Elección, 5 de marzo de 2024 – de 7:00 a.m. a 8:00 p.m.

Sunnyvale Middle School - Library 1080 Mango Ave Sunnyvale, CA 94087 C/S/T/V/H/K/G/L/P/Q/R/U

Gilroy Library 350 W 6th St Gilroy, CA 95020 C/S/T/V/B

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Morgan Hill Library 660 W Main Ave Morgan Hill, CA 95037 C/S/T/V/H/B/O

Gilroy Library 350 W 6th St Gilroy, CA 95020 C/S/T/V/B

Gilroy Library 350 W 6th St Gilroy, CA 95020 C/S/T/V/B Morgan Hill Library 660 W Main Ave Morgan Hill, CA 95037 C/S/T/V/H/B/O

Morgan Hill Library 660 W Main Ave Morgan Hill, CA 95037 C/S/T/V/H/B/O

SE NOTIFICA TAMBIÉN POR MEDIO DE LA PRESENTE que, conforme a la Sección 15101 del Código Electoral, las boletas de Voto por Correo se abrirán y procesarán para su conteo a partir del 5 de febrero de 2024 en la Oficina del Registro de Votantes del Condado de Santa Clara, 1555 Berger Drive, Building 2, San Jose, California 95112.

SE NOTIFICA TAMBIÉN POR MEDIO DE LA PRESENTE que, conforme a la Sección 15101 del Código Electoral, las boletas de Voto por Correo se abrirán y procesarán para su conteo a partir del 5 de febrero de 2024 en la Oficina del Registro de Votantes del Condado de Santa Clara, 1555 Berger Drive, Building 2, San Jose, California 95112.

SE NOTIFICA TAMBIÉN POR MEDIO DE LA PRESENTE que, conforme a la Sección 15101 del Código Electoral, las boletas de Voto por Correo se abrirán y procesarán para su conteo a partir del 5 de febrero de 2024 en la Oficina del Registro de Votantes del Condado de Santa Clara, 1555 Berger Drive, Building 2, San Jose, California 95112.

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TASTY AND HEALTHY: LEAN BEEF'S

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Whenyou think about eating a hearthealthy diet, do you picture beef? Beef may not be a food that immediately comes to mind when you think heart health. However, lean beef is a nutrient-rich and flavorful food that supports a heart-healthy diet and lifestyle.

Numerous research studies have shown that incorporating lean beef into a heart-healthy diet pattern can help maintain healthy cholesterol and blood pressure levels. In fact, research from Penn State University found that people who participated in the Beef in an Optimal Lean Diet (BOLD) Study - who ate 4 to 5 ounces of lean beef each day as a part of a heart-healthy diet including vegetables, fruits, whole grains and low and non-fat dairy - maintained healthy blood cholesterol levels.

People are more likely to maintain a healthy diet if it is satisfying and enjoyable, says Shalene H. McNeill, Ph.D., RDN, executive director of Nutrition Science, Health and Wellness at National Cattlemen's Beef Association - a contractor to the Beef Checkoff. "The good news is you don't have to give up your favorite foods like beef. It's all about balance."

In honor of American Heart Month, McNeill has offered her top tips and recipes for incorporating beef into your diet so you can support your heart health and your taste buds too.

1. Choose lean cuts

When shopping for beef, opt for the leanest cuts available. A good rule of thumb is to look for "round" or "loin," like sirloin, tenderloin or eye round roast. These cuts typically have a lower fat content, making them heart-friendlier options that are equally tasty.

2. Employ heart-healthy cooking methods

The way we prepare our meals can significantly impact its nutritional value. Before cooking beef, trim any visible fat which also helps cut calories. Cooking techniques such as broiling, roasting or grilling are considered lower fat cooking methods because they don't require added fat for flavor.

3. Pair beef with fiber-rich sides

What you eat with beef is just as important as how you choose and prepare. Pair your main beef dish with other healthy foods like fiberrich vegetables, fruits and whole grains for a

well-rounded, tasty meal.

For example, toss a salad of spinach or your favorite crunchy greens or roasted colorful vegetables as a side for your sirloin steak. Or, slow roast an eye of round with peppers and carrots.

Need inspiration? Check out these beef recipes that are Heart-Check certified by the American Heart Association.

Spicy Korean Beef & Cucumber Appetizers

Enjoy the spicy taste of Korean red chili sauce, savory herbed cream cheese and a delicious strip steak. Top with cucumber slices for a refreshing taste and satisfying crunch.

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 beef Strip Steaks Boneless, 1 inch thick (about 1 pound)

• 1/2 cup reduced-fat cream cheese, softened

• 1/4 cup sliced green onions

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves

• 1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce

• 1 seedless cucumber, sliced 1/8 inch thick (18 to 24 slices)

• 1/4 cup Korean red chili sauce (Gochujang)

• 1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar

• 1 tablespoon honey

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• Micro greens, chopped kimchi, chopped roasted peanuts, toasted sesame seeds, shredded carrots, chopped cilantro, sliced scallions

COOKING:

1. Combine cream cheese, green onion, cilantro and soy sauce in small bowl. Cover and refrigerate.

2. Combine gochujang, vinegar, honey and garlic powder in medium bowl; set aside.

3. Place steak on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered 11 to 14 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, covered, 11 to 15 minutes) for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally. Remove steaks; keep warm.

4. To assemble, top each cucumber slice with

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1 teaspoon cream cheese mixture. Dice steak into bite-size pieces; toss in gochujang mixture. Top cream cheese mixture with steak. Garnish with micro greens, kimchi, peanuts, sesame seeds, cilantro and scallions, if desired.

Roasted Sun-Dried Tomato Beef Tri-Tip with Peppers and Sweet Potatoes

This beef tri-tip roast is incredibly tender and flavorful on its own, but its taste is further enhanced when covered in a sauce of Italian dressing and sun-dried tomatoes. When you smell it roasting on top of a bed of sweet potatoes and red bell peppers, you'll be counting down the minutes until the dish comes out of the oven!

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 beef Tri-tip Roast (1 1/2 - 2 pounds)

• 1/2 cup Italian dressing

• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes

• 1/4 cup water

• 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, cut into 2" pieces

• 2 red bell pepper, cut into 2" pieces

• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 teaspoon salt

Optional

• 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley

COOKING:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Place Italian dressing, tomatoes and water in blender or food processor container. Cover; process until smooth. Divide mixture evenly into thirds; reserve 2/3 tomato mixture.

2. Combine potatoes and peppers and 1/3 tomato mixture in large bowl; toss to coat. Place on rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment. Set aside.

3. Spread 1/3 tomato mixture evenly onto all surfaces of beef roast. Place roast on vegetables. Do not add water or cover. Roast in 425°F oven 30 to 40 minutes for medium rare; 40 - 50 minutes for medium doneness.

4. Remove roast when instant-read thermometer registers 135° for medium rare; 150° for medium. Transfer roast to carving board; tent loosely with aluminum foil. Let stand 20 - 25 minutes. (Temperature will continue to rise about 10°F to reach 145°F for medium rare; 160°F for medium) Meanwhile, increase oven temperature to 475°F. Stir vegetables and return to oven for 15 - 20 minutes or until desired doneness.

5. Carve roast across the grain into slices. Serve with vegetables. Coat all with remaining sauce. Sprinkle with parmesan. Sprinkle with parsley, if desired.

Using these three tips, you can continue to enjoy the delicious taste of beef while supporting your heart health. For more heart-healthy recipes Heart-Check certified by the American Heart Association, visit BeefItsWhatsforDinner. com.

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SABROSO Y SALUDABLE: EL SECRETO DE LA CARNE MAGRA PARA UN CORAZÓN FELIZ

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Cuandopiensas en llevar una dieta saludable para el corazón, ¿te imaginas la carne de res? Es posible que la carne de res no sea un alimento que le venga inmediatamente a la mente cuando piensa en la salud del corazón. Sin embargo, la carne magra es un alimento sabroso y rico en nutrientes que respalda una dieta y un estilo de vida saludables para el corazón.

Numerosos estudios de investigación han demostrado que la incorporación de carne magra en una dieta saludable para el corazón puede ayudar a mantener niveles saludables de colesterol y presión arterial. De hecho, una investigación de la Universidad Penn State encontró que las personas que participaron en el estudio Carne de res en una dieta magra óptima (BOLD), que comieron de 4 a 5 onzas de carne magra por día como parte de una dieta saludable para el corazón que incluía verduras, frutas , cereales integrales y lácteos bajos en grasa y sin grasa: mantuvieron niveles saludables de colesterol en la sangre.

Es más probable que las personas mantengan una dieta saludable si es satisfactoria y placentera, dice Shalene H. McNeill, Ph.D., RDN, directora ejecutiva de Ciencias de la Nutrición, Salud y Bienestar de la National Cattlemen's Beef Association - un contratista del Beef Checkoff. "La buena noticia es que no tienes que renunciar a tus alimentos favoritos como la carne de res. Todo es cuestión de equilibrio".

En honor al Mes Estadounidense del Corazón, McNeill ha ofrecido sus mejores consejos y recetas para incorporar carne de res a tu dieta para que puedas apoyar la salud de tu corazón y también de tus papilas gustativas.

1. Elige cortes magros

Cuando compres carne de res, opta por los cortes más magros disponibles. Una buena regla general es buscar "redondo" o "lomo", como solomillo, lomo o asado de ojo redondo. Estos cortes suelen tener un menor contenido de grasa, lo que los convierte en opciones más amigables para el corazón e igualmente sabrosas.

2. Emplea métodos de cocina saludables para el corazón

La forma en que preparamos nuestras comidas puede afectar significativamente su valor nutricional. Antes de cocinar la carne, elimina la grasa visible, lo que también ayuda a reducir las calorías. Las técnicas de cocción como asar o rostizar se consideran métodos de cocción bajos en grasa porque no requieren grasa agregada para darle sabor.

3. Combina la carne con acompañamientos ricos en fibra

Lo que comes con carne de res es tan importante como cómo la eliges y la preparas. Combina tu plato principal de carne con otros alimentos saludables como verduras,

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frutas y cereales integrales ricos en fibra para obtener una comida sabrosa y completa.

Por ejemplo, mezcla una ensalada de espinacas o tus verduras crujientes favoritas o vegetales coloridos asados como acompañamiento para tu corte de sirlón. O asa lentamente un cuete (corte) con pimientos y zanahorias.

¿Necesitas inspiración? Consulta estas recetas de carne de res certificadas por Heart-Check de la American Heart Association.

Aperitivos coreanos picantes de carne y pepino

Disfruta el sabor picante de la salsa de chile rojo coreano, el sabroso queso crema con hierbas y un delicioso bife de lomo. Cubre con rodajas de pepino para obtener un sabor refrescante y un crujido satisfactorio.

INGREDIENTES:

• 2 bifes de lomo deshuesados, de 1 pulgada de grosor (1lb aproximadamente)

• 1/2 taza de queso crema bajo en grasa, ablandado

• 1/4 taza de cebollas verdes en rodajas

• 1/4 taza de hojas de cilantro frescas picadas

• 1 cucharadita de salsa de soja reducida en sodio

• 1 pepino sin semillas, cortado en rodajas de 1/8 de pulgada de grosor (de 18 a 24 rodajas)

• 1/4 taza de salsa de chile rojo coreana (Gochujang)

• 1/4 taza de vinagre de arroz sin condimentar

• 1 cucharada de miel

• 1/2 cucharadita de ajo en polvo

• Micro verduras, kimchi picado, maní tostado picado, semillas de sésamo tostadas, zanahorias ralladas, cilantro picado, cebolletas en rodajas

PREPARACIÓN:

• Combina el queso crema, la cebolla verde, el cilantro y la salsa de soja en un tazón pequeño. Cubre y refrigera.

• Combina el gochujang, el vinagre, la miel y el ajo en polvo en un tazón mediano; deja de lado.

• Pon el bife de lomo en la parrilla sobre brasas medianas cubiertas de ceniza. Asa, tapado de 11 a 14 minutos (a fuego medio en una parrilla de gas precalentada, tapado, de 11 a 15 minutos) para que esté medio cocido (145°F) a medio (160°F), volteálo ocasionalmente. Retira los filetes; mantenlos calientes.

• Para armar, cubre cada rodaja de pepino con 1 cucharadita de la mezcla de queso crema. Corta el bife de lomo en trozos pequeños; agrega la mezcla de gochujang. Cubre la mezcla de queso crema con el bife de lomo. Adorna con microvegetales, kimchi, maní, semillas de sésamo, cilantro y cebolletas, si lo deseas.

Asado de res de tres puntas con tomates

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Jeanne d’Arc Manor Apartments is a Federally Subsidized Section 8 HUD property for low-income families where the Head or Co-Head or Spouse is 62 years of age or over, or disabled. You can receive an application for Studio unit wait list starting Tuesday, February 20th 2024. You may receive an application at our office located at 85 South 5th Street, San Jose CA 95112. You may also call us at (408)288-7421 to request the application mailed to you or email us at jeannedarc@jsco.net. Application information can also be found at https://housing.sanjoseca.gov/listings

Applications for our wait list will be accepted starting Tuesday, February 20th 2024 at 9:00am pst and will close Wednesday, March 6th, 2024 at 5:00pm pst. You can submit the application in person, by mail or by email. All applications will be placed into a lottery system for number placement on the wait list. One application per person will be accepted. Reasonable Accommodations and free language assistance can be requested to assist with applying.

1 cucharada de perejil fresco PREPARACIÓN:

• Precalienta el horno a 425°F. Pon el aderezo italiano, los tomates y el agua en el recipiente de la licuadora o procesador de alimentos. Cubre; procesa hasta que quede suave. Divide la mezcla uniformemente en tercios; reserva 2/3 de la mezcla de tomate.

• Combina las papas, los pimientos y 1/3 de la mezcla de tomate en un tazón grande; revuelve para cubrir. Colócalo en una bandeja para hornear con borde forrada con pergamino. Dejalo de lado.

• Esparce 1/3 de la mezcla de tomate de manera uniforme sobre todas las superficies del asado de carne. Pon el asado sobre las verduras. No agregues agua o tapa. Asa en el horno a 425°F de 30 a 40 minutos a fuego medio; 40 - 50 minutos para una cocción media.

secados al sol, pimientos y camotes Este asado de res de tres puntas es increíblemente tierno y sabroso por sí solo, pero su sabor mejora aún más cuando se cubre con una salsa de aderezo italiano y tomates secados al sol. Cuando hueles cómo se asa sobre una cama de camotes y pimientos rojos, ¡estarás contando los minutos hasta que el platillo salga del horno!

INGREDIENTES:

• 1 carne asada de tres puntas (1 1/2 - 2 libras)

• 1/2 taza de aderezo italiano

• 1/4 taza de tomates secados al sol

• 1/4 taza de agua

• 1 1/2 libras de camote, cortado en trozos de 2"

• 2 pimientos rojos, cortados en trozos de 2"

• 2 cucharadas de queso parmesano rallado

• 1 cucharadita de sal

Opcional

• Saca el asado cuando el termómetro de lectura instantánea registre 135° para que esté sellado; 150° para término medio. Transfiere el asado a una tabla para trinchar; carpa sin apretar con papel de aluminio. Dejalo reposar de 20 a 25 minutos. (La temperatura seguirá aumentando unos 10°F hasta llegar a 145°F para un punto sellado; 160°F para un punto medio) Mientras tanto, aumenta la temperatura del horno a 475°F. Revuelve las verduras y regresalas al horno durante 15 a 20 minutos o hasta que estén cocidas.

• Corta el asado en rodajas a lo largo del grano. Sirve con verduras. Cubre todo con la salsa restante. Espolvorea con parmesano. Espolvorea con perejil, si lo deseas.

Con estos tres consejos, podrás seguir disfrutando del delicioso sabor de la carne mientras apoyas la salud de tu corazón. Para obtener más recetas saludables para el corazón certificadas por Heart-Check por la American Heart Association, visita BeefItsWhatsforDinner.com.

AVISO DE LISTA DE ESPERA ABIERTA

JEANNE D’ARC MANOR APARTMENTS

85 SOUTH FIFTH STREET

SAN JOSE, CA 95112

Jeanne d’Arc Manor Apartments es una propiedad de HUD de la Sección 8 subsidiada federalmente para familias de bajos ingresos donde el jefe, codirector o cónyuge tiene 62 años de edad o más, o está discapacitado. Puede recibir una solicitud para la lista de espera de unidades Studio a partir del martes 20 de febrero de 2024. Puede recibir una solicitud en nuestra oficina ubicada en 85 South 5th Street, San Jose CA 95112. También puede llamarnos al (408)288-7421 para Solicite que le envíen la solicitud por correo o envíenos un correo electrónico a jeannedarc@jsco.net. La información de la solicitud también se puede encontrar en https://housing.sanjoseca.gov/listings

Se aceptarán solicitudes para nuestra lista de espera a partir del martes 20 de febrero de 2024 a las 9:00 a. m. PST y se cerrará el miércoles 6 de marzo de 2024 a las 5:00 p. m. PST. Puede presentar la solicitud personalmente, por correo postal o por correo electrónico. Todas las solicitudes se colocarán en un sistema de lotería para colocar el número en la lista de espera. Se aceptará una solicitud por persona. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones razonables y asistencia lingüística gratuita para ayudar con la solicitud.

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REPORT: POLICE AGENCIES SPENDING MORE , SOLVING FEWER CRIMES

Anew report shows that despite record spending on law enforcement in California, the clearance rate - that is the rate of crimes solved - was the lowest ever.

Researchers from the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice found that the state spent a record $27 billion on police in 2021 - but the clearance rate was just 13% for all reported offenses, down from 20% in 1985.

Senior Researcher for the Center and report author Mike Males explained.

"It is that police are simply not making arrests," said Males. "In Oakland, for instance, they have a crime clearance rate of 2% of serious part-one violence and property offenses."

State Department of Justice data show that San Francisco's clearance rate for all crimes in 2022 was 6.6%. That city's police department has blamed widespread auto break-ins for the low clearance rate.

But Males said that is not enough to account for the decline in clearances over the last 30 years.

Some in law enforcement have suggested that Prop 47 - which raised the threshold for a theft to be charged as a felony - has contributed to the uptick in property crimes over the last two years, and to fewer arrests.

But Assemblymember Isaac Bryan - D-Los Angeles - noted that Prop 47 saved the state more than $750 million in incarceration costs since 2014, and reinvested the money into programs that help people find housing, jobs, and treatment for addiction and mental illness.

"If we provided economic opportunity and the resources for people to thrive and live their lives," said Bryan, "we wouldn't see rampant theft."

Thomas G. Hoffman is retired director of the California Department of Parole Operations.

He said we need more communities to greenlight halfway houses, that give people who have completed their sentences a fresh start.

"We need balance in our criminal justice system," said Hoffman. "The cops play a valuable role, an important role, a respected role, but they are not the entire solution. And if we think that we're going to continue to react to crime after it occurs and that's the solution, we're kidding ourselves."

Aviso público: Plan anual MTW para FY2025

INFORME: AGENCIAS POLICIALES GASTAN MÁS Y RESUELVEN MENOS DELITOS

Unnuevo informe muestra que, a pesar del gasto récord en la aplicación de la ley en California, la tasa de resolución - es decir, la tasa de delitos resueltos - fue la más baja de la historia.

Los investigadores del Centro de Justicia Juvenil y Penal descubrieron, que en 2021, el

El 26 de febrero de 2008, el Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano de los Estados Unidos (Department of Housing and Urban Development, HUD) firmó los contratos por 10 años de Moving to Work (MTW) con la Autoridad de Vivienda del Condado de Santa Clara y la Autoridad de Vivienda de la Ciudad de San José. El 14 de abril de 2016 se firmó una extensión de la demostración que finalizará en 2028. Ambas agencias operan en conjunto como la Autoridad de Vivienda del Condado de Santa Clara (SCCHA). La demostración de MTW brinda a SCCHA cierta flexibilidad para desarrollar políticas que están fuera de las limitaciones del vale del Artículo 8 y ciertas leyes de vivienda pública para aumentar su capacidad para atender las necesidades de vivienda de personas y comunidades de bajos ingresos en el Condado de Santa Clara.

Cada año, la SCCHA elabora un Plan MTW anual para el próximo año fiscal. El borrador del Plan MTW anual para 2025, efectivo desde el 1 de julio de 2024 hasta el 30 de junio de 2025, permitirá a SCCHA seguir avanzando en sus programas y actividades, sujeto a la aprobación de HUD, que difieran del Vale de elección de vivienda (Articulo 8) y los programas de vivienda pública, pero que enfrentan las necesidades de vivienda asequible en formas que son consistentes con los objetivos y los requisitos de la demostración de MTW.

El borrador del Plan anual de MTW para 2025 estará disponible para revisión desde el 20 de febrero hasta el 20 de marzo de 2024 en www.scchousingauthority.org/mtw

SCCHA celebrará una audiencia pública sobre el MTW Plan propuesto por Zoom y en persona el viernes 8 de marzo de 2024, desde las 11:00 a.m. hasta 12:00 p.m. El enlace para asistir a la reunión de Zoom es: https://scchousingauthority-org.zoom.us/j/88546642122?pwd=S3hpVmRGVEhJb21LbG xxT2JYSnFCdz09

No se requiere inscripción previa para asistir en persona. La audiencia pública se realizará en nuestra oficina en 505 W. Julian Street, San Jose, CA 95110. Sala de conferencias: Yosemite.

El público puede enviar comentarios por escrito desde el 20 de febrero hasta el 20 de marzo de 2024, a través de correo electrónico o por correo postal U.S mail, como sigue:

Correo electrónico: Heather.Miller@scchousingauthority.org

Correo postal US Mail:

Attn: Heather Miller, Senior Housing Policy Analyst Santa Clara County Housing Authority 505 West Julian Street San José, CA 95110

De acuerdo con la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, la Autoridad de Vivienda deberá hacer los esfuerzos razonables para acomodar a personas con incapacidades. Por favor llame al (408) 275-8770 al menos tres días antes de la audiencia pública si necesita adaptaciones especiales. Los usuarios de TDD/TTY pueden llamar al 408-993-3041. La Autoridad de Vivienda del Condado de Santa Clara es un proveedor de igualdad de oportunidades de vivienda. Este lugar es accesible en silla de ruedas.

estado gasto la cifra récord de $27 billones de dólares en la policía, pero el índice de resolución de todos los delitos denunciados fue solo del 13%, frente al 20% de 1985. El autor del informe, Mike Males, explica.

"Es que la policía, sencillamente, no está realizando detenciones," asegura Males. "En Oakland, por ejemplo, tienen una tasa de resolución del 2% para delitos graves de violencia parcial y contra la propiedad."

Los datos del Departamento de Justicia del Estado muestran que el índice de resolución para todos los delitos en San Francisco en 2022 fue de 6.6%. El departamento de policía de esa ciudad ha culpado a los robos generalizados de automóviles de esta tasa tan baja.

Pero Males dice que eso no es suficiente para explicar la disminución de los casos resueltos en los últimos 30 años.

Agentes de la aplicación de la ley sugieren que la Propuesta 47, que elevo el umbral para que un robo sea acusado como un delito grave, ha contribuido al aumento de delitos contra la propiedad en los últimos dos años, y a menos arrestos.

Pero el asambleísta Isaac Bryan señala que la Propuesta 47 ahorro al estado más de $750 millones en costos de encarcelamiento desde 2014 y reinvirtió el dinero en programas que ayudan a las personas a encontrar vivienda, empleo, tratamiento para adicciones y enfermedades mentales.

"Si brindáramos oportunidades económicas y recursos para que las personas prosperaran y vivieran sus vidas," dice Males, "no veríamos robos desenfrenados."

Thomas G. Hoffman es director jubilado del Departamento de Operaciones de Libertad Condicional de California.

Dice que necesitamos que más comunidades den luz verde a centros de reinserción social que ofrezcan un nuevo comienzo a las personas que han cumplido sus sentencias.

"Necesitamos equilibrio en nuestro sistema de justicia penal," señala Males. "La policía desempeña un papel valioso, importante, respetado, pero esto no es la solución. Y si pensamos que vamos a seguir reaccionando ante el crimen después de que se produzca y que esa es la solución, nos estamos engañando a nosotros mismos."

Suzanne Potter California News Service

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A new report finds that Californians' per-capita spending on law enforcement has risen by 52% since 1990.

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Un nuevo informe revela que el gasto per cápita de los californianos en aplicación de la ley ha aumentado un 52% desde 1990. Photo Credit: Kevin B

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MILES DE CALIFORNIANOS TUVIERON LA OPORTUNIDAD DE TENER MEJORES CARRERAS A TRAVÉS DE ESTE PROGRAMA . ¿ESTARÁ FUNCIONANDO?

Los funcionarios estatales quieren preparar a más californianos para buenos empleos, aquellos que paguen un salario digno estable y ofrezcan otros beneficios, como una vía para ascensos. El estado ha gastado aproximadamente $370 millones en estos programas para la fuerza laboral, pero los resultados son mixtos.

Adam Echelman CalMatters

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47 años, Ibrahim Mohamed no encaja en la imagen típica de un pasante universitario. Cuando llegó a Estados Unidos procedente de Sudán en 2016, buscó en Internet un trabajo estable y decidió que quería ser electricista en una instalación de tratamiento de agua.

Unos años más tarde, comenzó su pasantía, que forma parte de un programa estatal conocido como “High Road Training Partnership”. La atención se centra en capacitar a los trabajadores para empleos “de alto nivel”, definidos como aquellos que pagan un salario digno, brindan oportunidades de promoción, garantizan condiciones de trabajo seguras y pueden ofrecer otros beneficios, como un sindicato.

Desde 2014, California ha destinado aproximadamente $370 millones a la capacitación laboral en High Road, dijo Erin Hickey, portavoz de la Junta de Desarrollo de la Fuerza Laboral de California, en un correo electrónico. La junta, que administra el programa, rechazó múltiples solicitudes de entrevista.

En el caso de Mohamed, el dinero se destinó al Jewish Vocational Service, una organización sin fines de lucro del Área de la Bahía que trabajó con distritos locales de tratamiento de agua y colegios comunitarios para crear la pasantía. El distrito de agua es responsable de pagar a los pasantes, que trabajan a tiempo parcial, a través de un intermediario, a razón de 27 dólares la hora.

Si bien la pasantía no cubre todas sus facturas, Mohamed está comprometido con ella y con el futuro que podría depararle. En 2019, se mudó de West Oakland para establecerse en Pittsburg, a unos 45 minutos de distancia, para tomar clases nocturnas en Los Medanos College y realizar prácticas en el Distrito de Agua de Contra Costa dos días a la semana.

El resto de la semana trabaja como programador para una empresa canadiense. Comenzó a trabajar allí mientras vivía en Sudán. “Paga mejor”, dijo, hablando de su trabajo de programación, “pero no es continuo”. Algunos proyectos pagan hasta 3,000 dólares, dijo, pero otras veces la empresa no le da ningún trabajo.

“Necesito un trabajo estable. No me gusta moverme de un lugar a otro”, dijo.

Los programas High Road varían según la industria. En algunos casos, como la pasantía de Mohamed, el Estado está tratando de ampliar el acceso a empleos que ya se consideran “de alto nivel”, incluso si la oferta de empleos es limitada o altamente técnica. En otros casos, el dinero

está destinado a transformar empleos de “low road” (aquellos con bajos salarios, malas condiciones laborales y pocas oportunidades de avance) en mejores.

El programa High Road es una mejora en comparación con muchos otros programas de fuerza laboral, que a menudo priorizan la capacitación de personas para puestos de trabajo independientemente de la calidad, dijo Laura Dresser, directora asociada del Centro de Estrategia High Road de la Universidad de Wisconsin-Madison. Ayudó a acuñar el término “high road” y se desempeñó como consultora de los programas de fuerza laboral de California en 2017.

Mientras que otros estados como Pensilvania y Wisconsin han hecho esfuerzos similares, dijo que el programa de California es más amplio y sistemático. La administración del gobernador Gavin Newsom ha asignado la mayor parte del dinero y ha tratado de centrarse en empleos que promuevan la sostenibilidad. Los trabajos de High Road también son parte de su Plan Maestro para la Educación Profesional, que se publicará a finales de este año.

Sin embargo, dado que el estado enfrenta un déficit presupuestario de $38 mil millones para el año fiscal 2024-25, Newsom propuso recientemente recortar aproximadamente $100 millones del desarrollo de la fuerza laboral, la mayor parte de los cuales provienen de High Road Training Partnerships o programas relacionados.

Un programa de empleo que también ayuda a los empleadores

El programa High Road del estado está diseñado para ser una “asociación”, algo que sea mutuamente beneficioso tanto para los empleadores como para los trabajadores, dijo Hickey en

el correo electrónico. Mientras Mohamed busca un trabajo estable, la industria del tratamiento de agua está envejeciendo, con un porcentaje más alto de trabajadores calificados listos para jubilarse que en otras profesiones en todo el estado, según un informe de 2023.

Es un “tsunami plateado”, dijo Steven Currie, director del programa de desarrollo laboral del Distrito de Agua de Contra Costa. Dijo que el distrito también está tratando de diversificar su personal. Una encuesta interna de empleados encontró que el distrito de agua es desproporcionadamente blanco y masculino, en comparación con la población del condado.

Hace unas décadas, el distrito contaba con una fuente de mano de obra calificada que provenía de una fábrica de papel y acero cercana y de empleados de las refinerías de petróleo cercanas a Concord y Martínez. La fábrica de papel ya no existe, la acería está a punto de cerrar y muchas de las refinerías de petróleo están cambiando a energías renovables. Una oferta de trabajo para un electricista que solía recibir entre 25 y 30 solicitudes ahora recibe menos de la mitad, dijo Matthew Novak, gerente de mantenimiento del distrito.

Durante los últimos seis años, Jewish Vocational Service ha recibido una serie de subvenciones estatales, por un total de poco menos de 3 millones de dólares, para ayudar a crear una fuente de nuevos talentos para la industria del agua y las aguas residuales.

Si bien los trabajos incluyen beneficios, como atención médica y una pensión, y los salarios son buenos (el salario más bajo comienza en alrededor de $65,000 al año), estos puestos requieren años de capacitación especializada que puede ser difícil de conseguir, dijo Elizabeth Toups, una miembro de la directiva de la organización.

Mohamed tiene unos dos años de experiencia, pero el puesto específico que desea, conocido como técnico de instrumentos, requiere cinco años. El Distrito de Agua de Contra Costa tiene siete empleados trabajando en ese puesto, e incluso si tuviera la experiencia, ninguno de esos puestos está disponible actualmente.

En sus informes al Estado, el Servicio Vocacional Judío dijo que el número de puestos de trabajo en la industria del agua y las aguas residuales cayó por debajo de las expectativas. Toups dijo que muchos aprendices finalmente

encuentran trabajo en otros campos que necesitan electricistas especializados, como la construcción o la fabricación de vehículos eléctricos.

“Eso no es necesariamente una pérdida, en lo que a nosotros respecta”, dijo. “Esas personas están consiguiendo trabajo y adquiriendo esa valiosa experiencia”.

¿Qué está funcionando en la formación de la fuerza laboral?

En otros casos, sin embargo, los resultados han sido mixtos.

En 2021, la Fundación Miguel Contreras, un socio de capacitación sin fines de lucro de la AFL-CIO de Los Ángeles, recibió casi $650,000 para capacitar a mecánicos de autobuses eléctricos en el Valle de San Gabriel. El mayor empleador participante, Proterra, contrató a 11 de los participantes, pero la empresa, alguna vez anunciada como líder en tecnología de vehículos eléctricos, se declaró en bancarrota poco después.

El mismo año, la organización sin fines de lucro Equitable Food Initiative presentó una propuesta para ayudar a “mejorar los salarios y las condiciones laborales de más trabajadores agrícolas en el estado” y al mismo tiempo ayudar a las granjas a mitigar el cambio climático. Con una subvención estatal de $600,000, la organización enseñó a varios operadores agrícolas cómo reducir los desechos y aumentar el reciclaje y el compostaje.

“A los trabajadores les ha ayudado un poco porque los campos están más limpios y hemos aprendido a reciclar, a separar plástico, cartón y aluminio”, dijo Benancio Estrada Martínez, gerente de cosecha de GoodFarms, que cultiva fresas en Santa María. Fue una de las tres empresas que participaron en el programa High Road de Equitable Food Initiative.

A medida que los grandes minoristas enfrentan presiones para recortar costos y reducir los gases de efecto invernadero, ejercen esa presión sobre proveedores más pequeños como GoodFarms, dijo Peter O’Driscoll, director ejecutivo de Equitable Farm Initiative. Dijo que este programa brindó a los trabajadores y empleadores la oportunidad de decidir conjuntamente cómo su industria podría reducir aún más las emisiones.

Al vender su cartón a una empresa de reciclaje local, la granja ha ganado al menos 7,000 dólares, dinero que los trabajadores deciden cómo gastar. Las ideas actuales incluyen una rifa, un asado o dividir las ganancias en partes iguales entre los trabajadores, dijo Gabriela Gámez, quien supervisa el proyecto, conocido como el Equipo Verde.

“Almuerzos, barbacoas, cosas así, no creo que vayamos a fingir que es una experiencia que cambia la vida del trabajador”, dijo O’Driscoll. Crear un sistema que genere más beneficios para los trabajadores requeriría reformar la industria. “En un (sector) agrícola impulsado por los precios bajos, el único lugar donde los empleadores tienen que presionar son los trabajadores”.

En 2021, el Centro Laboral de UCLA publicó una evaluación financiada por el estado de los programas High Road, que describía principalmente lo que hacían los programas, sin utilizar ninguna métrica de desempeño cuantitativa. El equipo recibió recientemente otra subvención del estado y publicará una segunda evaluación por etapas durante los próximos dos años. La parte final de esa evaluación incluirá un nuevo método para evaluar el éxito, uno que no se centre en las métricas que suelen utilizar los programas de fuerza laboral, como los salarios y las tasas de empleo.

Para Mohamed, el resultado más importante es conseguir un trabajo de tiempo completo. El cercano Distrito Municipal de Servicios Públicos de East Bay redujo recientemente el nivel de experiencia necesario para los técnicos de instrumentos de nivel básico, y Mohamed dijo que consideraría postularse allí si surge una oportunidad.

El Distrito de Servicios Municipales de East Bay tiene una ubicación en Walnut Creek, que está a unos 20 minutos de Pittsburg. “Tal vez trabajo en Walnut Creek”, dijo. De lo contrario, es posible que necesite moverse nuevamente.

“Mientras tenga un pie en la puerta, lo haré”, dijo. “Si necesito moverme, lo haré. No voy a dudar”.

El apoyo financiero para esta historia fue proporcionado por la Fundación Smidt.

El pasante Ibrahim Mohamed realiza una verificación de mantenimiento en un sensor de temperatura dentro de una planta del Distrito de Agua de Contra Costa en Oakley, el 30 de enero de 2024. Photo Credit: Loren Elliott / CalMatters

THOUSANDS OF CALIFORNIANS GOT A SHOT AT BETTER CAREERS THROUGH THIS PROGRAM . IS IT WORKING?

State officials want to prepare more Californians for good jobs — those that pay a stable, living wage and offer other benefits, such as a pathway for promotions. The state has spent roughly $370 million on these workforce programs, but the results are mixed.

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At47, Ibrahim Mohamed doesn’t fit the typical image of a college intern. When he arrived in the U.S. from Sudan in 2016, he went online to look for a steady job and decided he wanted to be an electrician at a water treatment facility.

A few years later, he started his internship, which is part of a state program known as a “High Road Training Partnership.” The focus is on training workers for “high road” jobs, defined as those that pay a living wage, provide opportunities for promotion, guarantee safe working conditions, and may offer other benefits, such as a union.

Since 2014, California has put roughly $370 million toward High Road job training, said Erin Hickey, a spokesperson for the California Workforce Development Board, in an email. The board, which administers the program, refused multiple requests for an interview.

In Mohamed’s case, the money went to Jewish Vocational Service, a Bay Area nonprofit organization that worked with local water treatment districts and community colleges to create the internship. The water district is responsible for paying the interns, who work part-time, by way of an intermediary, and at a rate of $27 an hour.

While the internship doesn’t cover all of his bills, Mohamed is committed to it and the future it could hold. In 2019, he moved from West Oakland to settle in Pittsburg, about 45 minutes away, in order to take night classes at Los Medanos College and intern with the Contra Costa Water District two days a week.

The rest of the week he works as a programmer for a Canadian company. He started working there while living in Sudan. “It pays better,” he said, speaking of his programming job, “but it’s not continuous.” Some projects pay as much as $3,000, he said, but other times, the company gives him no work at all.

“I need a stable job. I don’t like moving from place to place,” he said.

The High Road programs vary by industry. In some cases, like Mohamed’s internship, the state is trying to expand access to jobs that are already considered “high road,” even if the supply of jobs is limited or highly technical. In other cases, the money is meant to transform “low road” jobs — those with low pay, poor working conditions, and few opportunities for advancement — into better ones.

The High Road program is an improvement compared to many other workforce programs, which often prioritize training people for jobs regardless of the quality, said Laura Dresser, the associate director of the High Road Strategy Center at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She helped coin the term “high road” and served as a consultant to California’s workforce programs in 2017.

While other states like Pennsylvania and Wisconsin have made similar efforts, she said California’s program is larger and more systematic. Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration has allocated most of the money and tried to focus on jobs that promote sustainability. High Road jobs are also a part of his Master Plan for Career Education, to be released later this year.

However, as the state faces a $38 billion budget deficit for the 2024-25 fiscal year, Newsom recently proposed cutting roughly $100 million from workforce development, most of which comes from High Road Training Partnerships or related programs.

A job program that helps employers, too

The state’s High Road program is designed to be a “partnership,” something that’s mutually beneficial for both employers and workers, said Hickey in the email. As Mohamed looks for a stable job, the

water treatment industry is aging, with a higher percentage of skilled workers ready to retire than in other professions across the state, according to a 2023 report.

It’s a “silver tsunami,” said Steven Currie, the workforce development program manager for the Contra Costa Water District. He said the district is also trying to diversify its staff. An internal survey of employees found that the water district is disproportionately white and male, compared to the county population.

A few decades ago, the district had a pipeline of skilled labor that came from a nearby paper and steel mill and from employees at the oil refineries near Concord and Martinez. The paper mill is gone now, the steel mill is about to close, and many of the oil refineries are shifting to renewable energy. A job posting for an electrician that used to get 25 to 30 applications now sees less than half that, said Matthew Novak, the district’s maintenance manager.

Over the past six years, Jewish Vocational Service has received a series of state grants, totaling just shy of $3 million, to help create a pipeline of new talent for the water and wastewater industry.

While the jobs come with benefits, such as healthcare and a pension, and the wages are good — with the lowest salary starting at around $65,000 a year — these positions require years of specialized training that can be hard to come by, said Elizabeth Toups, a senior manager for the organization.

Mohamed has about two years of experience, but the specific position he wants, known as an instru-

ment technician, requires five years. The Contra Costa Water District has seven employees working in that role, and even if he had the experience, none of those positions are currently open.

In its reports to the state, Jewish Vocational Service said the number of job placements in the water and wastewater industry fell below expectations. Toups said many trainees ultimately find work in other fields that need specialized electricians, such as construction or electric vehicle manufacturing.

“That’s not necessarily a loss, as far as we’re concerned,” she said. “Those people are getting jobs, and they’re getting that valuable experience.”

What’s working in workforce training?

In other cases, however, the outcomes have been mixed.

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In 2021, the Miguel Contreras Foundation, a nonprofit training partner of the Los Angeles AFL-CIO, received nearly $650,000 to train electric bus mechanics in the San Gabriel Valley. The largest participating employer, Proterra, hired 11 of participants, but the company — once heralded as a leader in electric vehicle technology — filed for bankruptcy not long after.

The same year, the nonprofit organization Equitable Food Initiative submitted a proposal to help “improve the wages and working conditions for more farmworkers in the state” while helping farms mitigate climate change. With a $600,000 state grant, the organization taught several farm operators how to reduce waste and increase recycling and composting.

“It’s helped the workers a little because the fields are cleaner, and we’ve learned how to recycle, how to separate plastic, cardboard, and aluminum,” said Benancio Estrada Martinez, the harvest manager at GoodFarms, which grows strawberries in Santa Maria. It was one of three businesses that participated in the Equitable Food Initiative’s High Road program.

As large retailers face pressure to cut costs and reduce greenhouse gasses, they put that pressure on smaller suppliers like GoodFarms, said Peter O’Driscoll, the executive director of the Equitable Farm Initiative. He said this program provided workers and employers an opportunity to jointly decide how their industry could further cut emissions.

By selling its cardboard to a local recycling company, the farm has made at least $7,000, money that the workers decide how to spend. Current ideas include a raffle, a barbecue, or splitting the proceeds evenly between the workers, said Gabriela Gamez, who oversees the project, known as the Green Team.

“Lunches, barbecues, things like that — I don’t think we’re going to pretend that’s a life changing experience for the worker,” said O’Driscoll. Creating a system that yields more benefits for the workers would require reforming the industry. “In an agricultural (sector) that’s driven by low prices, the only place employers have to squeeze is workers.”

“Lunches, barbecues, things like that — I don’t think we’re going to pretend that’s a life changing experience for the worker.”

-PETER O’DRISCOLL, THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE EQUITABLE FARM INITIATIVE

In 2021, the UCLA Labor Center released a statefunded evaluation of the High Road programs, which primarily described what programs did, without using any quantitative performance metrics. The team recently received another grant from the state and will release a second evaluation in stages over the next two years. The final piece of that evaluation will include a new method to assess success, one that doesn’t focus on metrics that workforce programs typically use , such as wages and employment rates.

For Mohamed, the most important outcome is getting a full-time job. The nearby East Bay Municipal Utilities District recently lowered the experience level needed for entry-level instrument technicians, and Mohamed said he’d consider applying there if an opportunity arises.

The East Bay Municipal Utilities District has a location in Walnut Creek, which is about 20 minutes from Pittsburg. “Maybe I work in Walnut Creek,” he said. Otherwise, he may need to move again.

“As long as I get my foot in the door, I’m going to do it,” he said. “If I need to move, I’m going to do it. I’m not going to hesitate.”

Financial support for this story was provided by the Smidt Foundation.

Intern Ibrahim Mohamed conducts a maintenance check on a sensor while being trained by instrument technician Rodney Johnson inside a Contra Costa Water District plant in Oakley on Jan. 30, 2024. Photo Credit: Loren Elliott / CalMatters

WHY YOUTH IN EAST PALO ALTO ARE JOINING THE CALL FOR A CEASEFIRE IN GAZA

YUCA EN EAST PALO ALTO, SE SUMA A LAS EXIGENCIAS DE DAR FIN AL GENOCIDIO EN GAZA

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Deaths

in Gaza have exceeded 28 thousand, prompting growing calls for a ceasefire on humanitarian grounds. Joining that chorus is Youth United for Community Action (YUCA) in East Palo Alto, which advocates on behalf of young people in the community.

Ofelia Bello is the organization’s executive director. She spoke with Peninsula 360’s Manuel Ortiz about YUCA’s work and its stance on the war in Israel.

“We cannot escape what is happening in Gaza,” says Bello, drawing a direct line to her own community here in the Bay Area. “There is a Palestinian community in neighboring Redwood City,” she notes, adding that some of the technology now being used to prosecute the war was developed in nearby Silicon Valley, technology that is also being deployed to track migrants crossing the US-Mexico border.

From images of families buried under rubble to parents mourning over a dead child, the impacts are being felt locally, she says. “It’s affecting people’s mental health, especially young

people, and that is something we are seeing consistently.”

YUCA was formed by a small group of young people of color active in their communities and concerned about social and environmental challenges, according to Bello. Later they launched FIRE Fellowship, a leadership training program for young people of color that includes paid internships in community organizations that work for environmental and social change in the Bay Area.

YUCA will celebrate its 30th anniversary this August.

Bello was among a group of protestors who gathered on the Stanford campus February 12 to press university leadership as it met to discuss its public stance on the conflict in Gaza. She told Ortiz it’s critical to show young people that they do have a voice, and that their opinions are part of what drive decisions in this country.

“For us, the struggles we have here regarding housing justice, environmental justice, are connected to Gaza,” Bello stressed.

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muertos en Gaza han superado los 28 mil, cientos de organizaciones se han declarado en contra del apoyo que Estados Unidos brinda a Israel para continuar con la guerra y muertes en Gaza, por lo que la organización YUCA en East Palo Alto, se ha sumado a las exigencias que piden una absolución que de alto al fuego en Gaza.

Al respecto, Manuel Ortiz realizó una entrevista a Ofelia Bello, quién pertenece a la organización YUCA (Youth United for Community Action), en la unidad móvil de Península 360 Press, transmitida durante el programa Península 360 Radio en colaboración con Marcos Gutiérrez de Hecho en California.

Ofelia Bello de YUCA (Youth United for Community Action), una organización que se ha sumado para pedir un alto al fuego en Gaza, donde van más de 28 mil muertos, habló sobre la importancia de sumarse al movimiento y exigir que Estados Unidos deje de apoyar económicamente la guerra en Gaza.

Todo inicio con un grupo pequeño de jóvenes de color activos en sus comunidades, y preocupados por las problemáticas de su entorno formaron YUCA, después pusieron en marcha FIRE Fellowship, un programa para jóvenes de color que incluye prácticas remuneradas en organizaciones comunitarias que trabajan por el cambio medioambiental y social en el Área de la Bahía.

YUCA trabaja por el desarrollo del liderazgo, la organización comunitaria y la creación de coaliciones, en agosto de este año se cumplen 30 años de la organización, donde miles de jóvenes han marcado la diferencia en el mundo y actualmente trabajan en la justicia de vivienda en East Palo Alto, así como en la justicia ambiental.

“No nos podemos escapar de lo que está pasando en Gaza, porque existe una comunidad Palestina en Redwood City, y hemos aprendido que en Silicon Valley es importante por el tema de la tecnología que se está usado en Palestina, pero también en la frontera con México, por ejemplo, con las compañías que generan tecnología para vigilar”, comentó

Ella asegura que la situación que ocurre en Gaza, afecta directamente a las comunidades, desde las imágenes que circulan por redes sociales donde se ve cómo sufren niños, mujeres y hombres, médicos y miembros de la prensa que son atacados y violentados.

“Ese es un impacto en la salud mental de las personas, especialmente en los jóvenes y eso es algo que constantemente se está viendo”, agregó Ofelia Bello.

La noche del lunes 12 de febrero hubo una manifestación en la Universidad de Stanford, Ofelia tuvo la oportunidad de estar presente, “estaban ahí porque, supuestamente, el presidente de la universidad iba a reunirse con su administración para decidir qué iban a hacer entorno al apoyo en Gaza”.

Se busca que la comunidad se involucre en el tema, ya que afecta a todos de manera directa o indirecta, por lo que tener la comprensión de los jóvenes es esencial, mostrarles que su voz tiene gran valor y que son parte de las decisiones delicadas del país.

Para Ofelia Bello, los estudiantes de Stanford se han dedicado a levantar muy fuerte su voz y exigir a las autoridades que pongan atención a lo que está pasando, interrogar las conexiones, pero también se pide a esta universidad que saque sus inversiones de la manera en que está apoyando en Israel.

“Para nosotros, las luchas que tenemos aquí de justicia de vivienda, justicia ambiental, está conectada a Gaza, si vemos que nuestro país sigue invirtiendo en guerras, eso es algo totalmente opuesto”, subrayó Bello.

Finalmente, detalló que hay muchas personas que no quieren hablar ni expresar su voz, porque tienen temor de recibir palabras o actos de agresión, por eso muchos dudan en hablar o mostrarse realmente en contra del genocidio a Gaza, pero se debe informar que no es una sola voz, pues organizaciones y medios de comunicación, así como población en general, están en contra de la guerra y exigen un alto a estos actos lamentables.

Ofelia Bello.

Palestinians inspect the damage following an Israeli airstrike on the El-Remal aera in Gaza City on October 9, 2023.

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Ofelia Bello directora de YUCA en East Palo Alto (Youth United for Community Action), una organización que se ha sumado para pedir un alto al fuego en Gaza, exige que Estados Unidos deje de apoyar económicamente la guerra en Gaza. Photo

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LAS PROFECÍAS DE PARRAVICINI

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Conocido como el Nostradamus latinoamericano, su nombre es Benjamín Solari Parravicini, nació el 8 de agosto de 1898 y falleció el 13 de diciembre de 1974. Fue un pintor y artista plástico argentino muy exitoso, quien desde muy temprana edad, comenzó a experimentar dones proféticos. Son muy conocidas mundialmente sus psicografias, que consisten en una serie de dibujos acompañados por un breve texto, las cuales predicen eventos futuros. Dichas psicografias son producto de un trance en el que un espíritu, le comunicaba dichos eventos por medio de voces, sueños premonitorios, comunicación telepática, y diversos episodios de actividad paranormal.

Durante su infancia comenzó a tener comunicación con un ángel, tenía como amigo a un duende y también podía observar a las hadas, su supuesto contacto con el reino angelical, preocupo mucho a sus padres. Un día su padre que era psiquiatra, le realizó una evaluación psicológica, para determinar si su pequeño hijo padecía de algún trastorno mental. Dicha evaluación le demostró a su padre, que él no padecía ninguna patología, los hechos sobrenaturales que experimentaba frecuentemente eran reales.

Parravicini en edad adulta tomó la decisión de convertirse en pintor, y tuvo una carrera muy exitosa, tanto así que el mismo presidente de Argentina, le felicitó en una exposición en el año 1927. Durante esa misma época fue invitado a participar en una exposición artística en Bélgica, en donde obtuvo una medalla de oro por su trabajo, al mismo tiempo llamó la atención de personajes de la nobleza, quienes adquirieron varias de sus pinturas. También se desempeñó como profesor de arte, y se le reconoció como uno de los artistas más sobresalientes, no sólo de Argentina sino también de toda Hispanoamérica.

Cuando niño solía entrar en trance, se comunicaba con espíritus, y posteriormente hacia dibujos de lo que veía o de lo que le mostraban, muchas veces estos dibujos parecían incoherencias inclusive para él mismo. Fue en la década de los anos 30's, específicamente desde 1936 a 1972, cuando sus dibujos comenzaron a cobrar sentido; él también decía que al crear dichos dibujos un espíritu guiaba su mano, y también le hacía escribir un breve texto en referencia al dibujo que creaba. Fueron más de mil psicografías que fueron creadas por él. Según uno de sus amigos más cercanos, Parravicini le aseguró que

había sido secuestrado por dos extraterrestres, cuando se encontraba apreciando el paisaje en el centro de Buenos Aires. Dichos extraterrestres le transportaron a un cuarto luminoso, y uno de ellos le dictó mensajes telepáticos. Y en uno de esos mensajes le dijo, que era él parte de los elegidos, y que volverían a contactarlo en el futuro. Horas más tarde le transportaron al mismo lugar donde le encontraron.

Entre las predicciones más sobresalientes, y que ya se han cumplido están: la inseminación artificial, el cambio de sexo, la revolución cubana, el primer ser viviente que orbitaria el espacio seria un perro, los satélites espaciales, los ataques a las torres gemelas, la guerra fría entre Rusia y Estados Unidos. Y muchos eventos que ya han sucedido, como la pandemia del año 2020.

Llama mucho la atención su psicografia acerca de un ataque a Nueva York, muchos piensan que se refiere al ataque de las torres gemelas ocurrido en el 2001, otros creen que se trata de un ataque a la estatua de la libertad. Uno de sus dibujos más sorprendentes, se refiere a una explosión que ocurriría en las Antillas. Dicha explosión pudiera tratarse de un asteroide o cometa, que se cree pudiera hacer impacto en el triángulo de las Bermudas. Esta predicción es compartida por otros videntes, e incluso se cree que puede ocurrir entre el año 2029 y el 2032. Durante los últimos quinientos años, han existido una serie de profetas y videntes, que han venido anunciando grandes cambios a nuestro planeta, guerras, pandemias, etc. De entre todos ellos son cuatro los más certeros y sobresalientes: Nostradamus, Edgar Cayce, Baba Vanga, y Benjamin Solari Parravicini.

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Benjamín Solari Parravicini.

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La Autoridad de Vivienda del Condado de Santa Clara (SCCHA, por sus siglas en inglés), anteriormente conocida como HACSC (por sus siglas en inglés), debe presentar un aviso público de los fondos en su custodia que han quedado inactivos según la ley estatal de California. Si no se reclama, el dinero pasará a ser propiedad de SCCHA el 8 de abril de 2024. Si cree que SCCHA le debe dinero, llame al (408) 993-2924 o envíe un correo electrónico a Christy.Hang@scchousingauthority.org y proporcione el nombre del reclamante, la dirección actual, el número de teléfono y la dirección donde se encontrará durante el período de examinación. Tenga en cuenta que los representantes primero determinarán si usted es un receptor del pago de fondos inactivos. Si se determina que usted es un receptor del pago de fondos inactivos, el representante solicitará la documentación para verificar su identidad a fin de poder reembolsar el dinero adeudado.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 703361

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:

MENDEZ LIQUOR, 1815 Alum Rock Ave Suite A, San Jose, CA 95116, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Mayra V Mendoza Mendez, 1815 Alum Rock Ave Suite A, San Jose, CA 95116. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 3/01/2024. 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/ Mayra V Mendoza Mendez

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/20/2024. Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 703361

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 703271

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ST. JOSEPH HOME HEALTH, 1525 McCarthy Blvd #208, Milpitas, CA 95035, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): ST. MARY’S HEALTH CARE

CORP., 1525 McCarthy Blvd #208, Milpitas, CA 95035. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 2/14/2018. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous

filing] of previous file #: FBN649124. “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/ Mariano Alatorre ST. MARY’S HEALTH CARE CORP.

Managing Member

Article/Reg#: C2910865

Above entity was formed in the state of CA

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/15/2024. Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 703271

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702689

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: STELLAR BEAUTY ROOM, 36 Harold Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95050, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): ESTELA DIANA

RUIZ-MALDONADO, 802 Harliss Ave, San Jose, CA 95110. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/15/2024. 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/ ESTELA RUIZMALDONADO

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 1/29/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Eric Hoang, Deputy

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/ Jesus Calderon

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/13/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 703234

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 703302

File No. FBN 702689

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 703096

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: RUIZ JANITORIAL SERVICES, 1897 Perrone Cl, San Jose, CA 95116, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Celestino Ruiz Garcia, 1669 Cas Dr, San Jose, CA 95111. 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/ Celestino Ruiz Garcia

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/12/2024. Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 703096

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 703234

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Jesus Handyman 1341 Danube Way #7, San Jose, CA 95116, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Jesus Calderon, 1341 Danube Way #1, San Jose, CA 95116. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/16/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 703334

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 703096

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: RUIZ JANITORIAL SERVICES

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CAUSOR CONSTRUCTION 3056 Van Sansul Ave #8, 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): Ricardo Jesus Causor, 3056 Van Sansul Ave #8, San Jose, CA 95128. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 10/17/2021. 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/ Ricardo Jesus Causor

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/16/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 703302

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 703334

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: WILLARD AUTO SERVICE 61 South Capitol Ave, San Jose, CA 95127, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): KY VU, 61 South Capitol Ave, San Jose, CA 95127. 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/ Ky Vu

County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Ronald Nguyen, Deputy File No. FBN 702189

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NO. 702188

Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Feb 14, 2024

1897 Perrone Cl, San Jose, CA 95116, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Celestino Ruiz Garcia, 3669 Cas Dr, San Jose, CA 95111. 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/ Celestino Ruiz Garcia

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/12/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 703096

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702189

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Steffanonis Janitorial, 330 N-Mathilde Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Enrique Sanchez, 330 N-Mathilde Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/12/2024. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN659396. “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/ Enrique Sanchez

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 1/12/2024. Regina Alcomendras,

The following person(s) has / have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s): Steffanonis Janitorial, 1125 Ronchew Wy #17, San Jose CA, 95117. Filed in Santa Clara County on 10/03/2019 under file no. FBN659396. Leticia Steffanoni, 1125 Ronchew Wy #17, San Jose, CA 95117. This business was conducted by: an individual. “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/ Leticia Steffanoni This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 1/12/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Ronald Nguyen, Deputy File No. FBN702188

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV430898

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Pandora Siu-Yin Chan INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Pandora Siu-Yin Chan has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Pandora Siu-Yin Chan to Pandora Siu-Yin Lui 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 4/09/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV430942

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: MARIA DE LOS ANGELES

SANTOYO INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) MARIA DE LOS ANGELES SANTOYO has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Birth Cert. Middle name: de los Angeles Gutierrez to Birth Cert. Middle name: de los Angeles b. Birth Cert. Last name: Valencia to Birth Cert. Last Name: Gutierrez Valencia 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE

OF HEARING: Date: 4/30/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Feb 15, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV431123

Superior Court of Cali-

fornia, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Yi Zhang Durhan INTERESTED

PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s)

Yi Zhang Durhan has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Yi Zhang Durhan to Yi Zhang 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING:

Date: 5/07/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Feb 20, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV431019

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of:

Fernando Hernandez

Beltran INTERESTED

PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s)

Fernando Hernandez

Beltran has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Guadalupe

Fernando Lizarraga to

Fernando Hernandez

Beltran 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear

FEB 23, 2024 - FEB 29, 2024

at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date:

4/30/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Feb 16, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV431224

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of:

Kaia Izu INTERESTED

PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s)

Kaia Izu has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Kaia Izu to Akira Adah

Thella Tokarczuk b. Kaia Sayaka Trinn to Akari Isaac Tokarczuk 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date:

5/07/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Feb 21, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV430204

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Dalia Alatorre-Parra INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Kaia Izu has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Sophia Jondalynn Santiago to Sophia MaldonadoAlatorre 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE

OF HEARING: Date:

4/16/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Feb 01, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAMENO. 24CV431257

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of:

Lin He INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s)

Lin He has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Lin He to Lin He Nevens 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two

court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 5/07/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Feb 21, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW

CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV431269

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Vesilina Siuli Kalati INTERESTED

PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s)

Vesilina Siuli Kalati has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Vesilina Siuli Kalati to Elina Vesilina SevesiKalati b. Elgielyn Elina Woods-Kalati to Elgielyn Emmaleah Sevesi-Kalati

2. THE COURT ORDERS

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

OF HEARING: Date: 5/07/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Feb 21, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior

Court

February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 2024

Notice of Petition to Administer Estate of Mohammad Reza Barghisavar

Case No. 24PR196453

1.To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Mohammad Reza Barghisavar (aka Ray Barghisavar, Ray Bargh). 2. A Petition for Probate has been filed by Anahita Barghisavar in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. 3.The Petition for Probate requests that Anahita Barghisavar be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 5. 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. 6. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 28, 2024, at 9:0am, Dept. 2, located at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 7 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. 8.

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. 9. 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.

10. Petitioner: 26033 Getty Drive, Unit 411 Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 (408)828-5578

Run Date: February 23, March 1, 8, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 703121

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: FALAFEL EXPRESS 1290 S. Bascom Ave Suite #B, 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): Ali Sedda, 1290 S. Bascom Ave #B, San Jose, CA 95128. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 2/12/2024. 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/ Ali Sedda

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/12/2024. Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy

File No. FBN 703121

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702995

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ELECTRIC VAL USA

CORP , 2235 California St Apt 210, Mountain View, CA 94040, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are):

ELECTRIC VAL USA

CORP, 2235 California St Apt 210, Mountain View, CA 94040. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/30/2024. 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/ Jose A Valadez Cervantes ELECTRIC VAL USA CORP CEO Article/Reg#: 6079011

Above entity was formed in the state of CA

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/08/2024. Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 702995

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 703207

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Knox 24/7, Knox 24/7 Security, 117 Bernal Road #70-189, San Jose, CA 95119, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Knox 24/7, 117 Bernal Road #70-189, San Jose, CA 95119. 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/ Paulo Paredes Knox 24/7 Inc President/CEO

Article/Reg#: 5868199

Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/13/2024. Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 703207

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 703047

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: KD FENCING COMPANY, 1484 Cathay Dr, 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): Sara Dominguez, 1484 Cathay Dr, San Jose, CA 95122.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business

name(s) listed above on 2/09/2024. 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/ Sara Dominguez This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/09/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 703047

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702687

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant, 1261 W. San Carlos St, 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): Mamush M. Beyene, 1784 Old Oakland Rd, #15, San Jose, CA 95131. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/29/2024. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN660301. “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/ Mamush Beyene Mamush M Beyene Owner

Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 1/29/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Ronald Nguyen, Deputy File No. FBN 702687

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 703010

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: RODRIGUEZ

AUTO REPAIR 299 S. 24th St Suite #2, San Jose, CA 95116, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Jose L Rodriguez, 2528 Flint Ave, San Jose, CA 95148. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed

above on 5/01/2019. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN655400. “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/ Jose L Rodriguez

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/08/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 703010

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702681

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:

STONE STREET PICTURES, STAGEONE CREATIVE, SOUTH BAY AV, 196 N. 3rd St, San Jose, CA 95112, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a limited liability company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): STAGEONE CREATIVE MANAGEMENT LLC, 196 N 3rd St, San Jose, CA 95112. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/01/2024. 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/ Christopher Denise STAGEONE CREATIVE MANAGEMENT LLC

Director

Article/Reg#: 201612510328

Above entity was formed in the state of CA

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 1/29/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 702681

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 703199

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: VIRTUE ORTHODONTOCS, 2015 Camden Ave, San Jose, CA 95124, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): GUNEET KOHLI KAINTH, DDS, INC., 2015

Camden Ave, San Jose, CA 95124. 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/ GUNEET KOHLI

KAINTH

GUNEET KOHLI

KAINTH, DDS, INC

President

Article/Reg#: 4611347

Above entity was formed in the state of CA

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/13/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 703199

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 701900

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PREMIER TAX

SERVICES, 1042 West Hedding Street, Suite 250, 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):

Marco A. Sierra, 1042 West Hedding Street, Suite 250, San Jose, CA 95126. 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/ Marco A. Sierra, Owner

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 1/03/2024. Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 701900

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702667

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MEI HUA HERBS 1740 N Milpitas Blvd, Milpitas, CA 95035, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are):

RUNKANG INC, 1740 N Milpitas Blvd, Milpitas, CA 95035. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/22/2024. 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/ Winnie Huang RUNKANG INC

Owner

Article/Reg#: 6048405

Above entity was formed in the state of CA

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 1/29/2024. Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 702667

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 703073

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LOS GATOS ELITE, 15445 Los Gatos Blvd Suite 200, Los Gatos, CA 95032, Santa Clara County This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): K & C WILLIAMS INCORPORATED, 18119 Idalyn Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95033. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 9/19/2019. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN690560. “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/ Kristina Williams K & C WILLIAMS INCORPERATED President

Article/Reg#: C4267669

Above entity was formed in the state of CA

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/12/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 703073

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 703083

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SOBERANO’S PRODUCTS, 672 Gail

Ave Apt 24, Sunnyvale, CA 94086, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Rene Soberano, g72 Gail Ave Apt 24, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 2/10/2024. 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/ Rene Soberano

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/12/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 703083

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV4328691

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of:

Nancy Patricia Narvaez

Diaz INTERESTED

PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s)

Nancy Patricia Narvaez

Diaz has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Emiliano Narvaez to Emiliano Leon Narvaez 2. THE COURT

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

3/26/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Jan 08, 2024

Jacqueline M. Arroyo

Judge of the Superior Court

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV430716

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Erica Tamayo INTERESTED

PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s)

Erica Tamayo has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Erica Tamayo to Erika Tamayo 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 4/30/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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. Feb 09, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV430367

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Anthony Gabriel Thomas Perez INTERESTED

PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s)

Anthony Gabriel Thomas Perez has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Anthony Gabriel Thomas Perez to Anthony Gabriel Thomas Rose 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition

for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 4/16/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Feb 05, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV430565

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Maria Socorro Camacho INTERESTED

PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Maria Socorro Camacho has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Maria Socorro Camacho to Maria Socorro Ortiz 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 4/23/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Feb 07, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV430625

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Rital Vergara on behalf of Jordan T. Vergara Blanco and Alexander A. Blanco Vergara, minors INTERESTED

PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s)

Rital Vergara on behalf of Jordan T. Vergara Blanco and Alexander A. Blanco Vergara, minors has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jordan Teofilo Vergara Blanco to Jordan Teofilo Vergara b. Alexander Alonzo Blanco Vergara to Alexander Alonzo Vergara 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 4/23/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Feb 08, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV430805

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Chong Cha Wilson INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner(s) Chong Cha

Wilson has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Chong Cha Wilson to Chong Cha An 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING:

(Family Law) (FL-110)

NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (Name): FRANK OTTO SCHLOR AVISO AL DEMANDADO (Nombre):

You have been sued. Read the information below.

Lo han demandado. Lea ia información en la pagina siguiente.

Petitioner’s name is: CORA HAUSSECKER

Nombre del demandante:

Case Number (Número de caso): 23FL004185

Date:

4/30/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Feb 13, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

NOTICE OF DEATH

OF Mary Lou Butera

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of Mary Lou Butera, who was a resident of Santa Clara County, State of California, and died on January 11, 2024, in the City of Santa Rosa, County of Sonoma, 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, 5448 Thornwood Drive, Suite 200, San Jose, California 95123 (408) 395-5111

Joseph D. Dermer, Esq. DERMER LAW FIRM

5448 Thornwood Drive, Ste 200 San Jose, CA 95123

Tel (408) 395-5111

Fax (408) 354-2797

February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

SUMMONS

You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you.

If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs.

For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. You can get information about finding lawyers at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courts.ca.gov/ selfhelp), at the California Legal Services Web Site (www.lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local court or county bar association.

Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO después de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citación y Petición para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL-120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica o una audiencia de la corte NO basta para protegerlo.

Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también puede ordenar que pague manutención, y honorarios y costos legales.

Para asesoramiento legal, pónganse en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener información para encontrar a un abogado en el Centro de ayuda de las Cortes de California

FEB 23, 2024 - FEB 29, 2024

(www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio Web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpca.org) o poniéndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado.

NOTICE; The restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them.

AVISO; Las órdenes de restricción están en vigencia en cuanto a ambos cónyuges miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la petición, se emita un fallo o la corte de otras ordenes. Cualquier agencia del orden publico que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas ordenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California.

FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and cost that the court waived for you and the other party.

Exención De Cuotas: Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas.

La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a petición de usted o de la otra parte.

1. The name and address of the court is (el nombre y dirección de la corte son):

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara Family Justice Center Courthouse Street Address: 201 N.

FIRST STEET San Jose, CA 95113

Mailing Address: 191 N.

First Street San Jose, CA 95113

2. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, dirección, y número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son):

KARA N. FOSTER, ESQ.

292858

Foster Hsu, LLP

111 N. Market St., Ste. 389, San Jose, CA 95113 (408)841-7200

Date (Fecha): DEC 19,

2023 3:58 PM Clerk, by (Secretario, por) /s/ C. Torres, Deputy (Asistente):

STANDARD FAMILY LAW RESTRAINING ORDERS

Starting immediately, you and your spouse or domestic partner are restrained from

1. Removing the minor child or children of the parties from the state or applying for a new or replacement passport for those minor children without the prior written consent of the other party or an order of the court;

2. Cashing, borrowing against, canceling, transferring, disposing of, or changing the beneficiaries of any insurance or other coverage, including life, health, automobile and disability, held for the benefit of the parties and their minor child or children:

3. Transferring, encumbering, hypothecating, concealing, or in any way disposing of any property, real or personal, whether community, quasi-community, or separate, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court, except in the usual course of business or for the necessities of life; and

4. Creating a nonprobate transfer or modifying a nonprobate transfer in a manner that affects the disposition of property subject to the transfer, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court. Before revocation of a nonprobate transfer can take effect or a right of survivorship to property can be eliminated, notice of the change must be filed and served on the other party.

You must notify each other of any proposed extraordinary expenditures at least five business days prior to incurring these extraordinary expenditures and account to the court for all extraordinary expenditures made after these restraining orders are effective. However, you may use community property, quasi-community property, or you own separate property to pay an attorney to help you or to pay court costs.

NOTICE - ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE HEALTH INSURANCE:

Do you or someone in your household need affordable health insur-

ance? If so, you should apply for Covered California. Covered California can help reduce the cost you pay towards high quality affordable health care. For more information, visit www. coveredca.com Or call Covered California at 1-800-300-1506.

WARNING – IMPORTANT INFORMATION

California law provides that, for purposes of division of property upon dissolution of a marriage or domestic partnership or upon legal separation, property acquired by the parties during marriage or domestic partnership in joint form is presumed to be community property. If either party to this action should die before the jointly held community property is divide, the language in the deed that characterizes how title is held (i.e. joint tenancy, tenants in common, or community property) will be controlling, and not the community property presumption. You should consult your attorney if you want the community property presumption to be written into the recorded title to the property.

ORDENES DE RESTRICCION NORMALES DE DERECHO FAMILIAR

En forma inmediata, usted y su cónyuge o pareja de hecho tienen prohibido:

1. Llevarse del estado de California a los hijos menores de las partes, o solicitar un pasaporte nuevo o de repuesto para los hijos menores, sin el consentimiento previo por escrito de la otra parte o sin una orden de la corte;

2. Cobrar, pedir prestado, cancelar, transferir, deshacerse o cambiar el nombre de los beneficiarios de cualquier seguro u otro tipo de cobertura, como de vida, salud, vehículo y discapacidad, que tenga como beneficiario(s) a las partes y su(s) hijo(s) menor(es);

3. Transferir, gravar, hipotecar, ocultar o deshacerse de cualquier manera de cualquier propiedad, inmueble o personal, ya sea comunitaria, cuasicomunitaria o separada, sin el consentimiento escrito de la otra parte o una orden de la corte, excepto en el curso

habitual de actividades personal o para satisfacer las necesidades de la vida; y

4. Crear o modificar una transferencia no testamentaria de manera que afecte la asignación de una propiedad sujeta a transferencia, sin el consentimiento por escrito de la otra parte o una orden de la corte. Antes de que se pueda eliminar la revocación de una transferencia no testamentaria, se debe presentar ante la corte un aviso del cambio y hacer una entrega legal de dicho aviso a la otra parte.

Cada parte tiene que notificar a la otra sobre cualquier gasto extraordinario propuesto, por lo menos cinco días laborales antes de realizarlo, y rendir cuenta a la corte de todos los gastos extraordinarios realizados después de que estas órdenes de restricción hayan entrado en vigencia. No obstante, puede usar propiedad comunitaria, cuasicomunitaria o suya separada para pagar a un abogado o para ayudarle a pagar los costos de la corte.

AVISO-ACCESO A SEGURO DE SALUD MÁS ECONÓMICO:

¿Necesita seguro de salud a un costo asequible, ya sea para usted o alguien en su hogar? Si es as¡, puede presentar una solicitud con Covered California. Covered California lo puede ayudar a reducir el costo que paga por seguro de salud asequible y de alta calidad. Para obtener mas información, visite www.coveredca.com. O llame a Covered California al 1-800-300-0213.

ADVERTENCIA – INFORMACION IMPORTANTE

De acuerdo a la ley de California, las propiedades adquiridas por las partes durante su matrimonio o pareja de hecho en forma conjunta se consideran propiedad comunitaria para los fines de la división de bienes que ocurre cuando se produce una disolución o separación legal del matrimonio o pareja de hecho. Si cualquiera de las partes de este caso llega a fallecer antes de que se divida la propiedad comunitaria de tenencia conjunta, el destino de la misma quedará determinado por las cláusulas de la escritura correspondiente que describen su tenencia (por ej. tenencia conjunta, tenencia en común o propiedad comunitaria)

y no por la presunción de propiedad comunitaria. Si quiere que la presunción comunitaria que registrada en la escritura de la propiedad, debería consultar con un abogado.

Run Date: February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702985

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Abalos Tree Services, 240 El Bosque St, San Jose, CA 95134, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Jose Luis Abalos, 240 El Bosque St, San Jose, CA 95134. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 11/06/2019. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN660396. “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/ Jose Luis Abolos

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/07/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 702985

February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702828

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: NATMIT DESIGN, 1143 Brace Ave, San Jose, CA 95125, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Natalie Mitchell, 1143 Brace Ave, San Jose, CA 95125. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/01/2021. 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/ Natalie Mitchell

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/02/2024.

Regina Alcomendras,

County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 702828

February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702630

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LC CLEANING SERVICES, 1315 Kingfisher Way, Sunnyvale, CA 94087, Santa Clara County This business is owned by a limited liability company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): LC JANITORIAL SERVICES, LLC, 1315 Kingfisher Way #1, Sunnyvale, CA 94087. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/01/2023. 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/ Cesar Yanez

LC JANITORIAL SERVICES, LLC Owner Article/Reg#: 202359211502

Above entity was formed in the state of CA

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 1/26/2023. Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 702630

February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702787

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: J.T.R TOTAL WELLNESS, 7666 Santa Inez Court, Gilroy, CA 95020, Santa Clara County This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Juan Alberto Torres Rey, 7666 Santa Inez Court, Gilroy, CA 95020.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/01/2024.

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/ Juan Alberto Torres

Rey This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/01/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 702787

February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702847

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GME ELECTRIC, 5300 Terner Way #6133, San Jose, CA 95136, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Gerardo Nicolas Mendoza Cordero, 5300 Terner Way #6133, San Jose, CA 95136. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/02/2024. 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/ Gerardo N Mendoza Cordero

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/02/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 702847

February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702832

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: THE ULTIMATE RENOVATION, 5529 Blossom Gardens Cir, San Jose, CA 95123, Santa Clara County This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): JORGE LUIS VERA, 5529 Blossom Gardens Cir, San Jose, CA 95123. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/02/2024.

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/ Jorge Luis Vera This statement was

filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 2/02/2024. Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 702832

February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702716

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CIARDELLA’S GARDEN SUPPLY, 1001 San Antonio Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94303, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Nava BMJ Inc., 707 Fourth Ave, Redwood City, CA 94063. 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/ Lourdez B Avalos Nava BMJ Inc.

President Article/Reg#: 6038847

Above entity was formed in the state of CA

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 1/30/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Ronald Nguyen, Deputy File No. FBN 702716

February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW

CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV430205

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Melinda Mihalyi

INTERESTED PER-

SONS: 1. Petitioner(s)

Melinda Mihalyi has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Melinda Mihalyi to Kristy Mihalyi 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least

two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEAR-

ING: Date: 4/16/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Feb 01, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV429371

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of:

Gabriela Ruiz Gil IN-

TERESTED PERSONS:

1. Petitioner(s) Gabriela Ruiz Gil has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Gabriela Ruiz Gil

to First Name: Gabriela

Last Name: Ruiz Gil 2.

THE COURT ORDERS

that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEAR-

ING: Date: 4/01/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Jan 18, 2024

Judge Jacqueline

Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV430210

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Juan Manuel Reyna Pacheco and Victoria Castro Madriz INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Juan Manuel Reyna Pacheco and Victoria Castro Madriz has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Violeta Madriz Reyna to Violeta Reyna Madriz 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEAR-

ING: Date: 4/16/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Feb 01, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV430445

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Solomon Weldegiorgis Mehari / Yerusaliyem Solomon Weldegiorgis INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Weldegiorgis Mehari / Yerusaliyem Solomon Weldegiorgis have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of

this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Solomon Weldegiorgis Mehari to Solomon Teferi Eyasu b. Yerusaliyem Solomon Weldegiorgis to Betty Eyasu Solomon c. Melawit Mehari Solomon to Melawit Eyasu Solomon d. Meliame Mehari Solomon to Meliame Eyasu Solomon e. Amen Mehari Solomon to Amen Eyasu Solomon 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 4/23/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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. Feb 06, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 2024

In The Matter of the Adoption Petition of UNIQUE JOYCE MARIE MANCILLAS

Case No. 23AD025944

CITATION TO ALLEGED FATHER

FROM: THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA

TO: SANTOS MANCILLAS, and his attorney of record, if any

By order of this Court you are hereby cited to appear before the Hon. Jackie Arroyo, judge presiding in Dept. 1 of the Court located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose CA 95113, on March 27, 2024 at 11:00 a.m., then and there to show cause, if you have any, why UNIQUE JOYCE MARIE MANCILLAS, should not be declared

free from your parental control and custody, for the purpose of freeing UNIQUE JOYCE MARIE MANCILLAS for placement for adoption. The following information concerns rights and procedures that relate to this proceeding to declare minor free from your parental control and custody as set forth in Family Code § 7860, et seq.:

1. At the beginning of the proceeding, the Court will consider whether or not the interest of the minor requires appointment of counsel.

If the Court finds that the interests of the minor do require such protection, the Court will appoint counsel to represent her, whether or not she is able to afford counsel. The minor will not be present in Court unless she requests or the Court so orders.

2. f a parent of the minor appears without counsel and is unable to afford counsel, the Court must appoint counsel for the parent, unless the parent knowingly and intelligently waives the right to be represented by counsel. The Court will not appoint the same attorney to represent both the minor and his parent.

3. The Court may appoint either the Public Defender or private counsel. If private counsel is appointed, he/she will receive a reasonable sum for compensation and expenses, the amount of which will be determined by the Court. That amount must be paid by the real parties in interest, but not by the minor, is proportioned as the Court believes to be just. If, however, the Court finds that any of the real parties in interest cannot afford counsel, the amount will be paid by the county.

4. The Court may continue the proceeding for not more than Thirty (30) days as necessary to appoint counsel and become acquainted with the case.

Dated: February 7, 2024

By: /s/ D. Bueno, Deputy, Deputy Clerk

Run Dates: February 9, 16, 23 and March 1, 2024

In The Matter of the Adoption Petition of UNIQUE JOYCE MARIE MANCILLAS Case No. 23AD025944

PETITION TO TERMINATE PARENTAL RIGHTS OF SANTOS

MANCILLAS TO: S ANTOS MANCILLAS

The Court sets a hearing on the request to terminate your parental rights as set forth in this Petition on 2/7/2024 at 11:00AM in Department 1of the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113.

PETITION

1. Petitioners are the legal guardians of and desire to adopt UNIQUE JOYCE MARIE MANCILLAS (d.o.b.: 09/05/2022; age: 1 year and 4 months), a minor, who is the subject of this petition. Petitioners were appointed as temporary guardians of the minor on September 28, 2022 (see case no. 22PR193048). Petitioner, GLORIA

A. ESCOBEDO is the second cousin of Leticia Marie Chavez Salazar, who is the biological mother of the minor. Mother’s parental rights were terminated by order of the court on August 23, 2023. At the commencement of this matter, it was unknown to Petitioners who any alleged biological fathers of the child may be.

2. On November 16, 2023, Petitioner filed a request to terminate the parental rights of any unknown alleged father. At the hearing on January 10, 2024, the Court found and ordered the following:

a. The alleged natural father’s identity is unknown;

b. The whereabouts of the alleged natural father are unknown and cannot be ascertained;

c. Notice to the alleged father was dispensed; and The parental rights of the alleged father if any he may have had and any other possible father were terminated.

3. S ubsequently, Petitioners were alerted by the Adoptions Specialist at California Department of Social Services that the birth mother had named an alleged father in the minor’s medical records. According to the records:

a. Biological mother stated the father of baby (“FOB”) was not involved.

b. She stated FOB’s name was Santos Mancillas, and that she did not know his age.

c. After biological mother was discharged, she left the hospital with Mr. Mancil-

las.

d. FOB stated “their encampment was cleaned out and he [was] looking for shelter.”

4. The Adoptions Specialist further provided Petitioners with a list of six (6) potential addresses for Mr. Mancillas.

5. The minor child was abandoned by Mr. Mancillas in the hospital after the minor was born. At all times since, the minor has been in the custody and control of Petitioners. To Petitioners’ knowledge, Mr. Mancillas has never met the minor child. Mr. Mancillas left the minor child at the hospital on September 9, 2022 around 9 a.m. without any provision for the child’s support nor communication, with the intent to abandon the child.

6. The Petitioners request the following be the orders of the Court:

a. Terminate the parental rights of SANTOS MANCILLAS and declare that the minor child UNIQUE JOYCE MARIE MANCILLAS is free from the custody and control of SANTOS MANCILLAS.

VERIFICATION

I, GLORIA ANN ESCOBEDO and SERGIO R. ESCOBEDO, declare as follows: I am the petitioner in the above action to Terminate Parental Rights of the Alleged Father.

I have read the foregoing Petition to Terminate Parental Rights of Santos Mancilass and know the contents contained in this document. The same is true of my own knowledge, except as to those stated on information and belief, and as to those matters, I believe them to be true. If called to testify as a witness regarding these statements, I could and would competently do so.

Dated: Jan 19, 2024

/s/ Gloria Ann Escobedo Petitioner

Dated: 1/19/24

/s/ Sergio R. Escobedo Petitioner

Run Dates: February 9, 16, 23 and March 1, 2024

In The Matter of the Adoption Petition of UNIQUE JOYCE MARIE MANCILLAS Case No. 23AD025944

ORDER

The request for termination of parental rights filed by GLORIA A. ESCOBEDO and SERGIO R. ESCOBEDO came on regularly to be heard on January, 10, 2024 at 11:00 am in Department 13 of this Court before the Honorable Jacqueline M. Arroyo, Judge of the Superior Court. Petitioners appeared along with their attorney LYDIA E. HSU, ESQ. of Foster Hsu, LLP via Microsoft Teams. The Court having received and considered the evidence and arguments set forth, finds as follows:

1. The Court GRANTS the request of GLORIA A. ESCOBEDO and SERGIO R. ESCOBEDO that the minor child, UNIQUE JOYCE MARIE MANCILLAS (hereinafter “Unique”) (DOB: 09/05/2022; Age: 1 year and 4 months) shall be freed from the care and custody of SANTOS MANCILLAS and that the parental rights of SANTOS MANCILLAS toward Unique shall be terminated forthwith.

2. The Court GRANTS the adoption request of GLORIA A. ESCOBEDO and SERGIO R. ESCOBEDO.

3. The Court deems GLORIA A. ESCOBEDO and SERGIO R. ESCOBEDO the guardians of Unique pursuant to Family Code Section 7893.

4. This matter shall be continued to in Department 13 for the Adoption Finalization Hearing.

SO ORDERED.

DATED:

HON. JACQUELINE M. ARROYO

Judge of the Superior Court

Run Dates: February 9, 16, 23 and March 1, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702603

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: VILLARREAL DISTRIBUTIONS 5198 GREAT OAKS DR, 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): Erick Villarreal, 5198 GREAT OAKS DR, San Jose, CA 95111. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/25/2024. 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/ ERICK VILLARREAL

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/25/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Ronald Nguyen, Deputy File No. FBN 702603

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702650

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: FLEXBUY, 542 Mekler Dr, 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): Cynthia O Martinez, 542 Mekler Dr, San Jose, CA 95111. 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/ Cynthia O Martinez

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/26/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 702650

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 702612

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Tacos Yia Wiz, 32 Goodyear 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): Marisol Gonzalez Lopez, 32 Goodyear St, San Jose, CA 95110. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/25/2024. 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/ Marisol Gonzalez

Lopez

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/26/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 702612

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

NO. 701894

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PURA TINTA TATTOO STUDIO, 1008 Lincoln Ave, San Jose, CA 95125, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Jose Castillo, 1008 Lincoln Ave, San Jose, CA 95125. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 03/30/2017. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN628908. “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/ Jose Castillo

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/03/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 701894

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT NO. 702787

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: J.T.R TOTAL WELLNESS, 7666 Santa Ines Court, Gilroy, CA 95020, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Juan Alberto Torres Rey, 7666 Santa Inez Court, Gilroy, CA 95020. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/01/2024. 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/ Juan Alberto Torres Rey

This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 02/01/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 702787

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NO. 702163

The following person(s) has / have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s): MILKANA PUBLISHING, 1235 Buchanan Dr, Santa Clara CA, 95051. Filed in Santa Clara County on 05/04/2022 under file no. FBN684N52. MILKANA GRIGOROVA, 1235 Buchanan Dr, Santa Clara, CA 95051. This business was conducted by: an individual. “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/ Milkana Grigorova

This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 1/12/2024. Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN702163

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW

CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV429264

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Carol Ann Nordhues INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner(s) Carol Ann Nordhues has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Carol Ann Nordhues to Caroline Ann Canny Nordhues 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written

objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEAR-

ING: Date: 4/02/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Jan 17, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV429928

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Yilin Song and Jiayi Gao IN-

TERESTED PERSONS:

1. Petitioner(s) Yilin Song and Jiayi Gao has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Vivian Wen Song to Vivian Gaowen Song 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING:

Date: 4/16/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Jan 29, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW

CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV429995

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Juan Sebastian Caicedo Lopez IN-

TERESTED PERSONS:

1. Petitioner(s) Juan Sebastian Caicedo Lopez has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Juan Sebastian Caicedo Lopez to Juan Sebastian Caicedo 2.

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 4/16/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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. Jan 30, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV429771

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Linda Isbel Padilla Padilla INTERESTED PERSONS:

1. Petitioner(s) Linda Isbel Padilla Padilla has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Daniel Salvador Rey to Daniel Salvador Padilla 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name

should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 4/09/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Jan 25, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 24CV428290

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Eric Nguyen INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Eric Nguyen has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Eric Nguyen to Selene Nguyen 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 3/12/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Dec 28, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW

CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV430027

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Rick Gyusik Kim INTERESTED PERSONS:

1. Petitioner(s) Rick Gyusik Kim has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Rick Gyusik Kim to Joseph Rick Gyusik Kim 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEAR-

ING: Date: 4/16/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Jan 30, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV430083

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Jaime Ivan Tobanchez Milla and Maria Ursulina Guzman Escobar

INTERESTED PER-

SONS: 1. Petitioner(s)

Jaime Ivan Tobanchez Milla and Maria Ursulina Guzman Escobar has filed a petition for

Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Diana Valeria Guzman to Diana Valeria Tobanchez Guzman 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 4/16/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Jan 31, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV429227

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Marina Gallant Fields INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s)

Marina Gallant Fields has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Marina Gallant Fields to Peach Gallant Fields 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be

granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEAR-

ING: Date: 4/02/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Jan 17, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW

CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV430091

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Anani Afawubo IN-

TERESTED PERSONS:

1. Petitioner(s) Anani Afawubo has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Anani Afawubo to Anani Abel 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 4/16/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. 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.

Jan 31, 2024

Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2024

Q&A THE LEGACY OF CHICAGO: THE BRIGHT LIGHTS AND SMOOTH MOVES OF THE ICONIC MUSICAL COME BACK TO SAN JOSE FROM FEBRUARY 23-25

Actor and dancer Adolfo Ortiz-Feder talks about how he got into the performing arts, becoming part of the legacy of Chicago, and why it has been meaningful being a representative for his Latino roots and Mexican family

Arturo Hilario

El Observador

Chicago is a dazzling musical set in the Windy City during the 1920s, where smoky clubs and sensational stories of love and crime are accompanied by bright lights and a jazzy score.

Returning to the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts from February 23–25, 2024, the popular show is recognizable by its musical numbers and catchy songs, which center on the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and dancer who murders her lover and hires a legendary lawyer named Billy Flynn in order for her to avoid jail time and execution. To add to its legacy, Chicago was adapted into an Academy Award-winning film starring Renée Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Richard Gere which further cemented the musical into cultural history.

Recently we had the opportunity to speak with Mexican American actor Adolfo Ortiz-Feder, who was very happy to share with us his story of getting into a career of the performing arts as well as all the details of his work on the show. He also touched on the legacy of Chicago in terms of being a diverse show from its inception, and how he is honored to be a Latino representative on stage.

In his bio for the show, Ortiz-Feder ends with, “A mi familia, no estaría aquí sin tu apoyo!”

Tickets and more info are available at broadwaysanjose.com.

Adolfo, to start off, what got you started in the performing arts and what were your inspirations to get into this career path?

So I started pretty young, I guess you could say. My mom's favorite story to tell is I grew up in Mexico for a little bit of my life, and I went to preschool there, and my preschool put together this little show from the kids for all the families, and we would lip sync along to the famous songs from Grease, like "Grease Lightning".

She always tells the story of how she remembers seeing my face absolutely light up when everybody was cheering and screaming and applauding and whatnot. And then she says that's when the little seed was planted. But for me, the thing that I can remember the most is when I was looking for the middle school that I wanted to attend, my mom took me to this performing arts magnet middle school that had this little showcase going on that had all the arts programs doing basically presentations for prospective students. And I saw that there was specifically a boy's dance class. And my mom was sort of like, pushing me towards that because she comes from a dance world as well when she was younger, and that just kind of sucked me right in.

So, I started taking dance classes then at my middle school, and then when I transferred to high school, I needed something a little bit more. So then that's when I found a local dance studio and really started training. And that's pretty much what got me into the arts.

Can you tell me a little bit about how you ended up being part of the Chicago tour?

I had been auditioning for the show for a while. I think I submitted about maybe two or three times before booking it. Chicago is such an iconic show. And I had been fortunate enough to do a smaller production at a small regional theater in Massachusetts some years ago. And that really planted the seed for my love of this very specialized, [Bob] Fosse style jazz.

So much so that when it came time for me to start auditioning again, I wanted to go for the tour

so badly and then finally got into the room and just had a great time. I mean, I still recall that this audition process was, albeit one of the longest that I've experienced, also one of the most collaborative and exciting. It wasn't so much like, "come in, we're going to teach you this, and then you're going to do it and leave." It was quite collaborative.

We spent quite some time together working on things, finessing things, and that sort of attention to detail and attention to us as people auditioning for the show was quite special. So it makes it all the more sweet that I am a part of this legacy now.

I play six different roles, all collectively known as the jury, that sort of partake in this very vaudeville, theatrical, heightened version of a court proceeding that sort of adds to the themes of vaudevillian performance and performance in press and manipulation and all this stuff.

So my roles are pretty great, and I'm very lucky to have them, but the jury, especially, is my favorite part of the show.

And so far, what has been your most memorable aspect of being on tour and working on this tour?

Chicago is a part of theater history now. It's been around for so long, and it's made such an impact that Chicago has really cemented its place in theater history and in its cultural influence as well.

-Adolfo Ortiz-Feder

Could you tell me about your role in the show and what that requires of you?

Yeah, so this show is lovely, quite particularly for the ensemble, because it is such an ensemble driven show. There are a lot of characters for every ensemble member, so none of us, for lack of a better term, 'fade into the background', we all have our moments, which I think is fantastic.

And mine personally, I play two roles in the show aside from the general ensemble and dancing throughout the show, but I play the roles of Harry, and the jury. Harry is, you know, a little tidbit of this character in relation to one of the other ensemble characters whose name is Go-To-Hell Kitty, and sort of sets up a little bit more of this dynamic between Roxy and Velma and the fight for the attention from the press, because all of a sudden, this third character is introduced for a little bit of time.

So I have a little role in that. And then the jury is particularly my favorite, where at the penultimate part of the show, where Roxy finally goes on trial,

We've been to countless cities and states already, and it's been such a lovely time. My favorite aspect of it, I think, has been how much we've been able to connect with the legacy of Chicago and Bob Fosse throughout the tour. For example, when we were in Vegas a few weeks ago, we had an alumna who had been on Broadway for years and her husband was a famous Broadway actor as well, who was in the movie Chicago And we've had people come and visit when we were out in Long Island. We've met with other legends in rehearsals. So that process, getting to know and getting to stay connected throughout the entirety of the tour with how expansive the legacy is and how deep the legacy runs, has been, I think, the most impactful and memorable part of being on this tour for me, that I'll tell my kids these stories and hopefully I get to be a part of this sort of legacy for all the years to come. Within theater, diversity has expanded and allowed different voices and different experiences on stage and behind the scenes than decades prior. Being Mexican American, how do you feel about that identity and being part of theater where 40 years ago the cast and

creators looked a whole lot different and less diverse?

Yeah, no, of course. That's a wonderful question. The first thing that I can think about, actually, is when I sort of started my professional career, I was having a conversation with my dad, who is where I get my Mexican side from, he's born and raised in Mexico. And I remember him telling me that he had gone to the effort of researching himself, finding out how many famous Broadway actors there have been or leading men there have been who were Mexican. And I remember him saying there had only been three.

There had only been three leading men who were Mexican, just in sort of the canon that he could find. And one of them happened to be Mexican actor Jaime Camil. I remember looking him up, and his major Broadway credit was being Billy Flynn in Chicago on Broadway. So that felt all the more full circle and meant to be, and the universe working in mysterious ways. All that very big deal stuff about being a part of a show that for so long has had the luxury and the ability to be so diverse.

I mean, our choreographer Gregory Butler once shared a photo not too long ago on his social media, where he boasted about Chicago's emphasis on diversity from such early on in its time, like back in ‘96 or ’97. I believe he shared a photo where more than half of the cast was African American.

And how great that was for that time and how Chicago was a leading show for that. And to be a part of that show and add a little bit of this Latin experience and Mexican experience makes it all the more special, meaningful, not just for me, but for somebody like my dad, who grew up in a small town in Mexico, knows pretty much nothing about the entertainment industry, especially the theater industry on Broadway.

And for him to have that pride, I imagine, in his son to be one of the few Mexican actors that are working in theater in this magnitude makes it just all the more meaningful for me and for my family.

I have just one more question for you. Why would you recommend that people come out and check out Chicago when it arrives to San Jose?

Oh, gosh. Well, there are a lot of reasons I can mention. I mean, our cast is incredibly talented. Our musicians are absolutely beyond, they steal the show every single night. But aside from the fabulous people that are working on it on stage and off stage, Chicago is a part of theater history now. It's been around for so long, and it's made such an impact that Chicago has really cemented its place in theater history and in its cultural influence as well.

So much of Bob Fosse has influenced famous performers like Beyonce and Usher that was just in the Super Bowl. So many of their influences come from Fosse and come from this specific style. And so it's famous for a reason. It has its legacy, and it's legendary for a reason.

So come see a part of history. Come see a part of this cultural influence. And maybe you'll notice throughout the rest of your life all the little nods that choreographers, performers, musicians make to the work by Fosse, by Kander and Ebb. And that, I think, will really make this show all the worthwhile, because it'll be an experience that you'll get to have in the theater, but the experience that you have will show up in other ways throughout your life, as well.

Adolfo Ortiz-Feder is part of the cast of the touring production of Chicago, which comes to San Jose Center for the Performing Arts from February 23-25, 2024. Photo Credit: Adolfo Ortiz-Feder

Q&A EL LEGADO DE CHICAGO: LAS LUCES BRILLANTES

Y LOS SUAVES MOVIMIENTOS

DEL ICÓNICO MUSICAL REGRESAN A SAN JOSÉ DEL 23 AL

25 DE FEBRERO

El actor y bailarín Adolfo Ortiz-Feder habla sobre cómo llegó a las artes escénicas, convirtiéndose en parte del legado de Chicago, y por qué ha sido significativo ser representante de sus raíces latinas y su familia mexicana.

Arturo Hilario

El Observador

Chicago

es un deslumbrante musical ambientado en la Ciudad de los Vientos durante la década de 1920, donde los clubes llenos de humo y las sensacionales historias de amor y crimen van acompañadas de luces brillantes y una partitura de jazz.

Al regresar al Centro de Artes Escénicas de San José del 23 al 25 de febrero de 2024, el popular espectáculo es reconocible por sus números musicales y canciones pegadizas, que se centran en la historia de Roxie Hart, una ama de casa y bailarina que asesina a su amante y contrata a un abogado legendario llamado Billy Flynn para evitar la cárcel y la ejecución. Para ampliar su legado, Chicago se adaptó a una película ganadora del Premio de la Academia protagonizada por Renée Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones y Richard Gere, lo que consolidó aún más el musical en la historia cultural.

Recientemente tuvimos la oportunidad de hablar con el actor mexicano-estadounidense Adolfo Ortiz-Feder, quien estuvo muy feliz de compartir con nosotros su historia de cómo iniciar una carrera en las artes escénicas, así como todos los detalles de su trabajo en el programa. También se refirió al legado de Chicago en términos de ser un espectáculo diverso desde sus inicios y cómo se siente honrado de ser un representante latino en el escenario.

En su biografía para el programa, Ortiz-Feder termina con, “A mi familia, no estaría aquí sin tu apoyo!”

Los boletos y más información están disponibles en broadwaysanjose.com.

Adolfo, para empezar, ¿qué te inició en las artes escénicas y cuáles fueron tus inspiraciones para emprender esta carrera?

Entonces comencé bastante joven, supongo que se podría decir. La historia favorita de mi mamá es que crecí en México durante un tiempo de mi vida, fui al preescolar allí y mi preescolar organizó este pequeño espectáculo de los niños para todas las familias, y hacíamos sincronización de labios para las famosas canciones de Grease, como "Grease Lightning".

Ella siempre cuenta la historia de cómo recuerda haber visto mi cara absolutamente iluminada cuando todos vitoreaban, gritaban, aplaudían y todo eso. Y luego dice que fue entonces cuando se plantó la pequeña semilla. Pero para mí, lo que más recuerdo es que cuando estaba buscando la escuela secundaria a la que quería asistir, mi mamá me llevó a esta escuela secundaria especializada en artes escénicas que tenía esta pequeña exhibición en la que todos los programas de artes hacían básicamente presentaciones para futuros estudiantes. Y vi que había específicamente una clase de baile para chicos. Y mi madre me empujó hacia eso porque ella también viene del mundo de la danza cuando era más joven, y eso simplemente me absorbió. Entonces, comencé a tomar clases de baile en mi escuela secundaria, y luego, cuando me transfirieron a la escuela secundaria, necesitaba algo un poco más. Entonces fue cuando encontré un estudio de danza local y realmente comencé a entrenar. Y eso es más o menos lo que me llevó a las artes.

¿Puedes contarme un poco sobre cómo terminaste siendo parte de la gira de Chicago? Había estado audicionando para el programa por un tiempo. Creo que lo envié unas dos o tres veces antes de asegurarlo. Chicago es un espectáculo tan icónico. Y hace algunos años tuve la suerte de hacer una producción más pequeña en un pequeño teatro regional de Massachusetts. Y eso realmente plantó la semilla de mi amor por

este jazz muy especializado al estilo de [Bob] Fosse.

Tanto es así que cuando llegó el momento de empezar a audicionar de nuevo, tenía tantas ganas de pertenecer a la gira, así que finalmente entré al cuarto y me lo pasé muy bien. Quiero decir, todavía recuerdo que este proceso de audición fue, aunque uno de los más largos que he experimentado, también uno de los más colaborativos y emocionantes. No fue tanto como "entra, te vamos a enseñar esto, luego lo harás y te irás". Fue bastante colaborativo.

Pasamos bastante tiempo juntos trabajando en

prensa, porque, de repente, este tercer personaje se presenta por un poco de tiempo.

Entonces tengo un pequeño papel en eso. Y luego el jurado es particularmente mi favorito, donde en la penúltima parte del programa, donde Roxy finalmente va a juicio, interpreto seis papeles diferentes, todos conocidos colectivamente como jurado, que participan en esta versión muy vodevil, teatral y realzada de un procedimiento judicial que en cierto modo se suma a los temas de la actuación de vodevil y la actuación en la prensa y la manipulación y todo eso.

Mis papeles son geniales y tengo mucha suerte

Y que [papá] tenga ese orgullo… de que su hijo sea uno de los pocos actores mexicanos que trabajan en teatro de esta magnitud lo hace aún más significativo para mí y para mi familia.

-Adolfo Ortiz-Feder

cosas, perfeccionando cosas, y ese tipo de atención al detalle y atención hacia nosotros como personas que audicionaban para el programa fue bastante especial. Por eso es aún más bonito que ahora forme parte de este legado.

¿Podrías contarme sobre tu papel en el programa y qué requiere eso de ti?

Sí, este espectáculo es encantador, particularmente para el conjunto, porque es un espectáculo impulsado por el conjunto. Hay muchos personajes para cada miembro del conjunto, por lo que ninguno de nosotros, a falta de un término mejor, "pasa a un segundo plano", todos tenemos nuestros momentos, lo cual creo que es fantástico.

Y el mío personalmente, interpreto dos papeles en el programa además del conjunto general y el baile durante todo el programa, pero interpreto los papeles de Harry y el jurado. Harry es, ya sabes, un pequeño detalle de este personaje en relación con uno de los otros personajes del conjunto cuyo nombre es Go-To-Hell Kitty, y e alguna manera establece un poco más de esta dinámica entre Roxy y Velma y la lucha por la atención de la

de tenerlos, pero el jurado, especialmente, es mi parte favorita del programa.

Y hasta ahora, ¿cuál ha sido tu aspecto más memorable de estar de gira y trabajar en esta gira?

Ya hemos estado en innumerables ciudades y estados y ha sido un momento maravilloso. Creo que mi aspecto favorito ha sido lo mucho que hemos podido conectarnos con el legado de Chicago y Bob Fosse a lo largo de la gira. Por ejemplo, cuando estuvimos en Las Vegas hace unas semanas, tuvimos una alumna que había estado en Broadway durante años y su esposo también era un famoso actor de Broadway, que estaba en la película Chicago

Y tuvimos gente que vino a visitarnos cuando estábamos en Long Island. Nos hemos encontrado con otras leyendas en los ensayos. Entonces, ese proceso, conocer y permanecer conectado durante toda la gira con cuán expansivo es el legado y cuán profundo es, creo que ha sido la parte más impactante y memorable de estar en esta gira para mí, que les contaré estas historias a mis hijos y espero poder ser parte de este tipo de legado

durante todos los años venideros.

Dentro del teatro, la diversidad se ha ampliado y ha permitido voces diferentes y experiencias diferentes en el escenario y detrás de escena que décadas antes. Siendo mexicanoestadounidense, ¿cómo te sientes acerca de esa identidad y de ser parte de un teatro donde hace 40 años el elenco y los creadores parecían muy diferentes y menos diversos? Sí, no, por supuesto. Esa es una pregunta maravillosa. En realidad, lo primero que puedo pensar es que cuando comencé mi carrera profesional, estaba teniendo una conversación con mi papá, de quien saqué mi lado mexicano, él nació y creció en México. Y recuerdo que me dijo que se había dado a la tarea de investigar por sí mismo, de saber cuántos actores famosos de Broadway ha habido o protagonistas que han sido mexicanos. Y lo recuerdo diciendo que sólo habían sido tres.

Sólo había tres protagonistas mexicanos, justo en el canon que pudo encontrar. Y uno de ellos resultó ser el actor mexicano Jaime Camil. Recuerdo haberlo buscado y su principal crédito en Broadway fue ser Billy Flynn en Chicago en Broadway. Así que eso se sintió aún más cerrado y destinado a ser, y el universo funcionando de maneras misteriosas. Todo eso de ser parte de un programa que durante tanto tiempo ha tenido el lujo y la capacidad de ser tan diverso.

Quiero decir, nuestro coreógrafo Gregory Butler compartió una vez una foto no hace mucho en sus redes sociales, donde se jactaba del énfasis de Chicago en la diversidad desde una época tan temprana, como allá por el 96 o el 97. Creo que compartió una foto donde más de la mitad del elenco era afroamericano.

Y qué grandioso fue eso para esa época y cómo Chicago fue un espectáculo líder en eso. Y ser parte de ese espectáculo y agregar un poco de esta experiencia latina y mexicana lo hace aún más especial, significativo, no sólo para mí, sino para alguien como mi papá, que creció en un pequeño pueblo de México y no sabe prácticamente nada sobre la industria del entretenimiento, especialmente la industria del teatro en Broadway.

Y que él tenga ese orgullo, me imagino, de que su hijo sea uno de los pocos actores mexicanos que están trabajando en teatro de esta magnitud lo hace aún más significativo para mí y para mi familia.

Sólo tengo una pregunta más para ti. ¿Por qué recomendarías que la gente venga y conozca cuando llegue a San José?

Oh Dios mío. Bueno, hay muchas razones que puedo mencionar. Quiero decir, nuestro elenco es increíblemente talentoso. Nuestros músicos están absolutamente más allá, se roban el espectáculo todas las noches. Pero aparte de la gente fabulosa que trabaja en él dentro y fuera del escenario, Chicago ahora es parte de la historia del teatro. Ha existido durante tanto tiempo y ha tenido tal impacto que Chicago realmente ha consolidado su lugar en la historia del teatro y también en su influencia cultural.

Gran parte de Bob Fosse ha influido en artistas famosos como Beyonce y Usher que acaban de estar en el Super Bowl. Muchas de sus influencias provienen de Fosse y provienen de este estilo específico. Y por algo es famoso. Tiene su legado y es legendario por una razón.

Así que ven a ver una parte de la historia. Ven a ver una parte de esta influencia cultural. Y tal vez notes durante el resto de tu vida todos los pequeños guiños que coreógrafos, intérpretes y músicos hacen a la obra de Fosse, Kander y Ebb. Y creo que eso realmente hará que este espectáculo valga la pena, porque será una experiencia que podrás vivir en el teatro, pero la experiencia que tengas también se manifestará de otras maneras a lo largo de tu vida.

Adolfo Ortiz-Feder forma parte del elenco de la producción itinerante de Chicago que llega al San Jose Center for the Performing Arts del 23 al 25 de febrero de 2024. Photo Credit: Jeremy Daniel