Commissioners extend street vendor, cannabis regulations discussion
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The Oct. 22 Winters Planning Commission meeting focused on an extensive discussion of two ongoing local issues: the regulation of street vendors and the local legality of a cannabis storefront within the city limits. Both discussions concluded with unanimous decisions to postpone decision-making until the next meeting on Dec. 10, to allow more time for research and
discussion.
Contract planner
David Storer laid out a proposal for a recommendation that would enforce regulations on sidewalk street vendors and food trucks, including placing a cap on the number of each allowed within city limits and creating a system of administrative fines for violations such as noncompliance with the health code. According to the proposal, the goal is to ensure public safety by hold-
ing all food vendors to high health and safety standards, as well as prevent overcrowding and continue support for local businesses.
The proposal suggested a cap of eight stationary food trucks and eight sidewalk food vendors but was open to any modifications by commissioners before they chose to recommend or not recommend it to the city council. There are currently seven
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Senior hosts community event to fund memorial scholarships
By Crystal Apilado Editor-in-Chief
A Winters High
School senior is raising funds for local memorial scholarships and organizing the annual Senior Nightcelebration for athletes and band members who are graduating this May.
Senior Isaac Lopez has taken on an
ambitious and heartfelt Senior Capstone Project this year to raise funds for scholarships in memory of his cousin Michael Bazan-Jimenez and friend Noah Lichwa. The Winters teens died from injuries sustained in an ATV accident on June 9, 2022. Since then, multiple awards and memorial scholarships have been set up to honor their legacy by supporting graduating students. As part of his project, Lopez is organizing a community
event on Nov. 8 to bring together families, friends and neighbors to honor graduating seniors on the varsity football team, cheer squad and band members. During the Senior Night tradition, Lopez is raising funds through the sale of hats and T-shirts to benefit the Michael Bazan-Jimenez and Noah Lichwa Memorial Scholarships.
Senior Night is scheduled for 7:30 p.m., at Dr. Sellers’
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Genasys
Residents encouraged to ‘Know Your Zone’
Yolo launches Genasys Protect to public Nov. 1
By Crystal Apilado Editor-in-Chief
Yolo County is launching an enhanced public safety campaign on Nov. 1 to help residents stay informed in real-time for emergencies and road closures. The new “Know Your Zone” initiative, powered by Genasys Protect (formerly Zonehaven Aware), introduces a zoning system that divides areas into easily identifiable evacuation zones, making it simpler for residents to understand alerts and follow evacuation orders during emergencies.
“It’s a really powerful tool not only for the public but for the responders as well,” said Fire Chief Jack S. Snyder III. Alerts, Real-time tracking
With Genasys Protect, residents can receive alerts through texts, computer notifications, or the
The Yolo Fire District has organized its jurisdiction into two key zones with the Solano and Napa County agencies in collaboration across county lines. Additionally, the city of Winters has three designated zones — WIN 295, WIN 199, and WIN 297 — each enabling clearer communication for their areas.
Police investigate separate incidents at middle, high schools Tuesday
By Crystal Apilado Editor-in-Chief
Winters Police Department sent officers to Winters Middle School and Winters High School on Tuesday to investigate two separate incidents on Tuesday, Oct. 29.
WMS incident
Sgt. Manuel Cardoza told the Express that officers were informed that around 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday a young male was observed yelling at a passing driver for an unknown reason in the area of Anderson Avenue and Apricot Avenue.
“The younger male walked into the parking lot, and it is unknown where he went
from there. The driver, thinking it may have been a student, contacted the school and just wanted to advise them of what occurred,” Cardoza said. According to Cardoza, the driver then left the area. Officers checked the area for the driver but were unable to locate him. He also said that it is unknown if the younger male was a student and no further action was taken regarding this incident.
WHS incident
Interim Police Chief Joseph Kreins told the Express the WHS administration initiated a lockdown for students and staff, around 12:29 p.m., that lasted through the school’s lunch period
While WMS did not initiate a lockdown, students in the PE class during third period continued their activities inside the middle school multi-purpose room during the investigation. Superintendent Rody Boonchouy told the Express that two people were seen arguing in the parking lot, and one of them briefly walked onto the blacktop. WMS administration immediately contacted the Winters PD, who investigated and determined the subjects did not pose a threat to the school.
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Trustees hear update on efforts strengthen academic successes
By Logan Chrisp Express staff writer
Trustees heard updates on how the school district is addressing Board Priority No. 2 with an update on the Dual Language Immersion program and AVID curriculums at the Winters Joint Unified School District school board meeting on Thursday, Oct. 17. Board Priority No. 2 emphasizes district-wide goals to strengthen academic outcomes and support the graduate profile.
Dual Language
Immersion
DLI is a method of teaching where students learn coursework in a bilingual classroom environment. By learning English and Spanish, Winters JUSD believes that students will experience improved academic outcomes, cultural appreciation, and self-esteem. DLI classrooms include native English speakers and native speakers of the target language.
The DLI team, which includes faculty from Waggoner Elementary and Shirley Rominger Intermediate School, discussed how the program is using the 90-10 model in kindergarten, where 90 percent
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for officers to investigate a report that an 18-year-old male student made a “vague threat about possibly harming himself” and walked off campus.
“We located (the student) near Winters and spoke to the student and his mother via phone. The student confirmed that he does not wish to harm himself or anyone else,” Kreins said. “The high school held students in place out of caution, until we were able to locate the student and confirm that he was not a threat to himself or anyone at the school.”
Boonchouy confirmed that after consulting with Winters PD, it was determined that there was no threat
of students speak English or Spanish, and 10 percent speak the other. As the students move up through the grade levels, that allocation changes by 10 percent, leading to classrooms being split 50-50 between English and Spanish speakers in the fourth grade. Previously, classrooms were split 50-50 between English and Spanish speakers.
“It’s been a big shift,” said Waggoner Principal Chris Marcoux during his presentation.
Classrooms intentionally blend student demographics, maintaining a balance among native Spanish speakers, native English speakers and bilingual households.
DLI teacher Ramona Torres highlighted the Sobrato Early Academic Language approach, showcasing students’ social studies work in government. She shared that classroom engagement is bolstered by immersive projects, like posters that feature songs and chants about government that her students have made. Those posters were on full display on the walls of the boardroom. “The best language they can get is when they collaborate with each other
and normal operations resumed at WHS.
School emergency alerts
Boonchouy said in any emergency, Winters JUSD communicates with guardians via the ParentSquare app. Guardians who do not have access and would like to receive alerts should contact the Winters JUSD office at 530795-6100 and a staff member will assist in creating an account.
“The information that is shared with our school community during and following incidents, such as these, is limited in order to maintain the integrity of our safety protocols and student privacy. Please be assured that safety remains our top priority at all times,” Boonchouy said.
and present to their guests,” said Torres.
Another DLI teacher, Elizabeth Guerrero, presented firstgrade strategies, such as dictations, charts and tree maps, which reinforce students’ language skills through interactive learning similar to what Torres shared. She also spoke about how much the Social and Emotional Aspects of Learning (SEAL) initiative has helped her transition to a new district. The SEAL initiative supports children in developing their social and emotional skills.
“I’m in my second year of teaching, so a lot of it is new to me, and SEAL makes it very exciting from a teacher perspective and also from a student perspective. In my time working with SEAL, I have seen a lot of student engagement compared to when we’re working with just the curriculum. And it’s been great,” said Guerrero.
Assistant Superintendent Phoebe Girimonte emphasized DLI’s importance as both a recruitment and retention tool for families, aligning with the district’s bicultural community values. Teacher Delia Garcia Espinosa was recognized for her commitment to SEAL and instructional development, supporting current and new DLI teachers.
Girimonte continued, stating that the 50-50 model and developmental bilingual education, “...is reflective of the community in which we live, and the fact that we are a bicultural town, and so we get to celebrate that in our classrooms as well.”
WMS AVID Goals
The AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination)
program, implemented at the middle and high schools, plays a central role in the district’s college and career readiness strategy.
“AVID very intentionally targets students who have great potential, but because of a variety of opportunity gaps and circumstances beyond their control, may not view college as an option beyond high school…” said Girimonte. She continued, stating that AVID functions both as an elective class
there are 25 eighthgrade AVID students and 21 seventh-grade AVID students. This is the first time that AVID has been rolled out for a full year to seventh graders; last year there were 21 students only in the eighth-grade class.
WMS had three goals for AVID this year:
Goal 1: Students will be introduced to the tutorial formatting and successful collaboration during the tutorial process.
Goal 2: WMS will support the AVID CCR
“AVID very intentionally targets students who have great potential, but because of a variety of opportunity gaps and circumstances beyond their control, may not view college as an option beyond high school.”
Phoebe Girimonte, assistant superintendent
that students take, but these are skills that they will need to be successful, not only in high school but in a collegiate setting and high-wage growth career opportunities.”
As part of ensuring that every student understands that college is an option open to them after high school, field trips are organized for AVID students. At Winters Middle School AVID students took a trip to Sonoma State on Oct. 28, as well as attended the WHS School College and Career fair with their high school buddies.
Emily Marquez, AVID site coordinator at WMS, detailed how AVID implementation is going and goals for this year at the middle school. For the 2024–25 school year,
Framework with 100% of AVID students able to articulate their postsecondary opportunities and goals.
Goal 3: To have 100 percent of WMS teachers will utilize at least one Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading (WICOR) strategy routinely by the end of the year. Marquez highlighted how tutorials support students in identifying specific points of confusion in their learning. “We have two amazing tutors for our middle school and high school AVID classes, a valuable resource that’s already sparking meaningful questions and conversations among eighth graders,” she said. Tutorials are scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays, fostering
positive collaboration and alignment with AVID classes across grade levels.
Addressing postsecondary readiness, Marquez noted the district’s increased focus on relational capacity site-wide.
“We recently held a PD for all staff on relational capacity— how to build it, why it matters. This is about cultivating student agency and expanding students’ knowledge of opportunities after high school.”
For the final goal — implementing WICOR strategies — Marquez explained that many teachers already integrate these techniques without realizing it. This year’s professional development (PD) schedule includes various AVID-focused sessions, such as a “Focus Note-Taking Bootcamp” in November and goal-setting workshops in December
“Our teachers are becoming more engaged with these strategies, and the support from our administration has been incredible,” Marquez said. Williams and Marquez detailed how the WICOR skills anchor the AVID curriculum. These skills are essential for equipping students with the tools needed to thrive academically and professionally beyond high school.
Williams noted,
“We’re focusing on relational capacity this year to help teachers build stronger connections with students while modeling WICOR strategies.” This approach, she hopes, will deepen cultural understanding and promote equity across classrooms. Teachers are encouraged to participate in “WICOR Wednesdays,” a weekly email sharing new strategies.
Yolo County continues Northstar digital literacy classes in Spanish
Special to the Express YoloWorks!, in partnership with the Yolo County Workforce Innovation Board and the Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency, continues to offer free Spanish-language Northstar Digital Literacy classes. These classes are designed to help Yolo County job seekers develop key digital skills needed for job searches, employment, and daily online tasks.
Building on the success of last year’s program, the program’s partners are committed to providing this opportunity to empower residents with the skills necessary for navigating today’s technology-driven landscape. The Spanish-language Northstar Digital Literacy classes are open to all interested Spanish speakers, with no prior computer experience required. All Yolo County residents are
welcome to participate at no cost. Classes will be held from Nov. 6 to Dec. 4 and from Jan. 8 to Feb. 12, every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon in the Madison Room at the Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency’s Gonzales Building, located at 25 N. Cottonwood St., in Woodland. The course will cover essential computer skills (basic computer operation, internet usage, email, Windows, and Mac OS), essential software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and using technology for everyday activities (social media, information literacy, and job search techniques). Participants can access the modules and complete tests online at www.DigitalLit-
eracyAssessment. org. After each test, users will receive results outlining their strengths and areas for improvement. Residents who wish to begin their digital literacy journey can visit www. YoloWorks.org, click on the JobSeeker tab, and select Northstar Digital Literacy. Alternatively, they can visit YoloWorks! Employment Centers in Woodland or West Sacramento, or contact the YoloWorks! Employment Center via email at JobCenter@YoloCounty.gov. For more information, contact Rodrigo Lopez with the Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency at Rodrigo.Lopez@YoloCounty.gov or call/ text 530-702-1790.
Por Logan Chrisp Traducido por Carol Alfonso
Los fideicomisarios aprobaron nuevas regulaciones federales del Título IX y revisiones a los salarios de los dos superintendentes asistentes en la reunión de la junta escolar del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Winters (Winters Joint Unified School District-JUSD)del pasado 17 de Octubre. Revisiones salariales
Los fideicomisarios aprobaron por unanimidad las revisiones a los cronogramas salariales de gestión certificada y clasificada para el año escolar 2024-25. La directora de Recursos Humanos, Lisa Dennis, presentó las actualizaciones, que tienen como objetivo mejorar la capacidad del distrito para atraer y retener personal de alta calidad en puestos críticos. La junta aprobó aumentos en los rangos salariales para el superintendente asistente de servicios educativos y el nuevo puesto de superintendente asistente de servicios comerciales.
Dennis dijo que el distrito consultó con School Services of California para realizar un análisis de mercado e identificó la necesidad de aumentar el rango salarial para los puestos de superintendente asistente; se determinó que los puestos de gestión certificados y clasificados deberían colocarse en cronogramas salariales separados para reflejar mejor las responsabilidades y calificaciones requeridas para cada puesto. El aumento salarial para el
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superintendente asistente de servicios educativos, actualmente ocupado por Phoebe Girimonte, tendrá un impacto fiscal de $11,366 para el año escolar 2024-25, y estos cambios entrarán en vigencia el 1 de Diciembre. El cronograma salarial de gestión clasificada también incluye un ajuste para el puesto vacante de superintendente asistente de servicios comerciales, y el impacto fiscal exacto se determinará una vez que se contrate a un candidato.
El superintendente Rody Boonchouy proporcionó un contexto sobre por qué el distrito siente que estos aumentos salariales son importantes.
“En los últimos años, el distrito ha avanzado para atraer y retener al personal de la más alta calidad en todas las clasificaciones; esto se refleja en nuestros acuerdos de compensación y ayuda a garantizar la estabilidad y la sostenibilidad organizacional,” dijo Boonchouy.
Agregó que los ajustes eran parte de la estrategia más amplia del distrito para mejorar las operaciones y mantener la solvencia fiscal al mismo tiempo que se asegura que los niveles de personal y la compensación se alineen con los objetivos del distrito de servir a los estudiantes de manera efectiva.
Actualizaciones de políticas del Título IX
Jenny Pinedo, directora de Educación Especial y Servicios Estudiantiles, presentó actualizaciones
de las políticas de la junta que se alinean con los cambios recientes a las regulaciones federales del Título IX, que entraron en vigencia el 1 de Agosto pasado. Pinedo dijo que las actualizaciones, recomendadas por la Asociación de Juntas Escolares de California, amplían las definiciones y los procedimientos del distrito en torno a la discriminación sexual. Los puntos clave incluyen:
Definiciones más amplias: Las políticas revisadas se expanden más allá del acoso basado en el sexo para incluir la discriminación basada en la orientación sexual, la identidad de género, los estereotipos sexuales, el embarazo o condiciones relacionadas.
Mayores responsabilidades: Las escuelas ahora deben responder más rápidamente a todas las quejas de discriminación sexual y abordar de manera proactiva las barreras para informar dichas quejas.
Nuevas adaptaciones: Las escuelas ahora deben proporcionar adaptaciones específicas para estudiantes y personal embarazadas o con hijos, incluido el acceso a espacios de lactancia y descansos de clase apropiados.
Aplicación uniforme del Título IX: Los procedimientos actualizados se aplican a todas las quejas, incluso si no se presenta una queja formal o si el denunciante ha abandonado la escuela. Capacitación obligatoria del personal: Todos los miembros del personal recibirán capac-
itación sobre la presentación de informes del Título IX y cómo manejar adecuadamente las derivaciones y quejas.
Flexibilidad para las escuelas: Las regulaciones actualizadas ofrecen flexibilidad para tener en cuenta las necesidades únicas de las diferentes escuelas, teniendo en cuenta el tamaño y la población estudiantil.
“Estos cambios ayudan a garantizar que nuestro distrito siga cumpliendo con las normas y continúe fomentando un entorno seguro, inclusivo y equitativo para todos los estudiantes y el personal,” dijo Pinedo.
Agregó que las políticas revisadas mejorarían el manejo de las quejas e investigaciones del Título IX por parte del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Winters, al tiempo que fortalecerían las protecciones para los estudiantes y el personal.
Las políticas modificadas son las siguientes:
BP 0410: No discriminación en los programas y actividades del distrito.
BP 1312.3: Procedimientos uniformes de quejas.
BP 4030: No discriminación en el empleo.
BP 4033: Adaptación para la lactancia.
BP 4119.11, 4219.11, 4319.11: Discriminación sexual y acoso por motivos de sexo.
BP 5145.3: No discriminación/Acoso. BP 5145.7: Discriminación sexual y acoso basado en el sexo.
BP 5146: Estudiantes
casados/embarazadas/ que tienen hijos. La junta aprobó por unanimidad las revisiones de las políticas enmendadas del Título IX. Durante la sección de comentarios públicos, una madre local Katie Skalicky expresó sus inquietudes con respecto a las implicaciones de las nuevas regulaciones del Título IX, en particular en lo que respecta a los espacios compartidos.
“Quiero compartir algunas inquietudes que tengo sobre el Título IX y las nuevas reglas obvias que han entrado en juego. Asistí al evento bastante controvertido de Moms for Liberty (Madres por la Libertad) en nuestra biblioteca local, y fue, fue un evento por decir lo menos,” afirmó Skalicky. Skalicky, quien se identificó como miembro del grupo Moms for Liberty, compartió una anécdota sobre algo que experimentó su hijo.
“Mi hijo está en el equipo de fútbol y usa los vestuarios con mucha frecuencia. “Él mismo ha estado en una situación en la que entró alguien del sexo opuesto y se sintió muy incómodo,” dijo Skalicky.
Ella compartió sus preocupaciones sobre los espacios compartidos en las escuelas, especialmente los vestuarios. Skalicky enfatizó la necesidad de encontrar soluciones que se adapten a todos sin generar incomodidad o discriminación, y agregó, “Creo que hay una manera de adaptarse a todos sin discriminar.”
football field. Attendees are encouraged to come early, as the celebration of seniors and a special tribute to Bazan-Jimenez and Lichwa will take place before the football game kicks off.
People who plan to attend will need to purchase tickets for the WHS varsity football game through the WHS GoFan digital ticketing page at https://gofan.co/app/ school/CA8082. QR codes will also be displayed along the fence line for attendees who need to purchase tickets on-site. Capstone goals
In memory of his cousin and friend, Lopez’s Capstone Project features hats and shirts for sale. These items, customized with “Senior Night 2024,” will only be available for purchase at the event,
while additional shirts and hats will be offered without the event-specific design afterward. All proceeds from merchandise sales will be directed to the scholarship fund, which Lopez hopes will benefit a few Class of 2024 members later this school year. Alongside merchandise sales, a QR
code will be available at the event for those who wish to make direct donations. Lopez intends to keep this QR code active after the event to allow the community to continue supporting the scholarship fund until Nov. 22, ensuring a substantial impact for future scholarship recipients.
Project inspiration
Lopez said his choice to focus his Capstone Project on the scholarship funds was driven by the desire to honor the legacies of Bazan-Jimenez and Lichwa in a way that would bring the community together.
They always brought a smile to everyone’s face and could turn a bad day into a great one,” Lopez said. “I’m grateful for the memories we made, and I hope this event brings our community closer as we remember them.”
keep the memories of his cousin and friend alive, celebrate their impact, and give back to the WHS community. He hopes the whole community will attend the Senior Night festivities to support the scholarship funds and honor the achievements of senior athletes and band members. EVENT Continued from Page 1
“They were both such special boys.
including individuals with disabilities or organizations representing individuals with disabilities, to participate in the development of priorities based upon the results of the City’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan.
The meeting will be held on December 4, at 5:30 pm at City Hall Council Chambers at 318 1st Street accessible via the Abbey Street side entrance.
For Lopez, this project is about more than just raising funds. It’s a chance to
his classroom outside from
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Death notice
Donna Borba
The Celebration of Life for Donna Borba will begin at 10:30 a.m., on Sunday Nov. 3, 2024 at the Yolo Fliers Club. A private funeral service was previously held.
Lake Berryessa water levels down
Express staff
The water level of Lake Berryessa dropped by 0.23 of a foot during the past week, with a decrease in the storage of 4,096 acre-feet of water, according to Ken Emigh, Solano Project Technician with the Solano Irrigation District. On the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 29, he reported the lake elevation was 428.36 feet above sea level, with water storage behind the Monticello Dam computed at 1,338,459 acre-feet of water. The SID released 0 cubic feet per second of water in the Putah South Canal, with 55 cubic feet flowing into Putah Creek at the Diversion Dam. Evaporation on the lake averaged 134 acre-feet of water per day.
to
undated, springtime
but with the heat of the summer and no air conditioning at the high school, Mr. Randolph often held class between the wings of the old high school. Mr. Randolph was the varsity baseball coach for years and if there was a World Series game on during his teaching period, there would be a curtain over his door. You stepped inside the darkened room, signed in, and watched a black-and-white television showing the game.
Public Safety Report
City of Winters
Fire
Oct. 16: 9:20 a.m., McArthur Avenue, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~9:32 a.m., E. Baker Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~10:24 a.m., Main Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~2:50 p.m., E.Baker Street, Power line down
~4:56 p.m., Main Street, Medical assist – assist EMS crew
Oct. 17: 6:32 a.m., Purtell Court, Dispatched and cancelled en route
~8:18 a.m., E. Grant Avenue, False alarm or false call – other
~9:07 a.m., E. Main Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~11:30 a.m., E. Baker Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~3:19 p.m., Main Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~4:22 p.m., Putah Creek Road, EMS
call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
Oct. 18: 7:44 a.m., Taylor Street, Emergency medical service – other
~9:58 a.m., Main Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~10:11 a.m., White Oak Lane, EMS call –excluding vehicle accident with injury
~12:06 p.m., County Road 102 (Woodland), Dispatched and cancelled en route
~1:17 p.m., County Road 17 and I-5 (Yolo), Dispatched and cancelled en route
~4:24 p.m., Highway 128, Brush or brushand-grass mixture fire
~4:38 p.m., Main Street, Cover assignment/standby/moveup
Oct. 19: 6:48 a.m., Fenley Way, False alarm or false call – other
~12:20 p.m., Buckeye Road/Russell Boulevard, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~2:51 p.m., Northbound I-505/Putah Creek Road, Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire
~9:27 p.m., Abbey Street, Smoke or odor
removal
Oct. 20: 2:28 a.m., Matsumoto Lane, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~10:46 a.m., Southbound I-505/County Road 27 (Madison), Motor vehicle accident with injuries
~12:58 p.m., Jefferson Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~1:59 p.m., Shams Way, Dispatched and cancelled en route
~3:11 p.m., Apricot Avenue, Good intent call – other
~11:39 p.m., E.Baker Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
Oct. 21: 8:50 a.m., E. Abbey Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~9:29 a.m., E.Grant Avenue, Power line down
~10:50 a.m., Highway 128, No incident found on arrival at dispatch address
~3:22 p.m., Putah Creek Road, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
Oct. 22: 2:55 a.m., Fourth Street , EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~10:39 a.m., County Road 91A, False alarm or false call – other
~11:13 a.m., Kennedy Drive, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~4:38 p.m., Valley Oak Drive, EMScall –
excluding vehicle accident with injury
Police Arrest Log
Oct. 16: Leon Silva, Genesis T (Age 18), Charges: Winters PD Warrant, Disposition: Released on Notice to Appear
Oct. 19: Lopez, Darian Sebastian (Age 22); Charges: Display of unlawful registration on vehicle, False proof of financial responsibility; Disposition: Released on Notice to Appear
Oct. 21: Lopez, Ricardo Jr (Age 31), Charges: Eight Winters PD Warrants, Disposition: Transported to Yolo County Jail Report Log
Oct. 17: 2:20 p.m., 100th block of Russell Street, Fraud
~8:59 p.m., Railroad Avenue/E. Main Street, Outside Agency Assist
Oct. 19: 9:49 a.m., 100th block of E. Grant Avenue, Audible Alarm
~10:13 p.m., 400th block of Luis Place, Domestic violence
Oct. 20: 2:27 a.m., 700th block of Matsumoto Lane, Battery
Oct. 21: 11:22 a.m., 700th block of Main Street, Possession/ Distribution of child sexual abuse material
Oct. 22: 5:53 p.m., 800th block of Dutton Street, Domestic Violence
Residents can share a message for John Miller now through Nov. 8, at https://bit.ly/ChiefMiller24
Years Ago
Dispatches from the Express archives.
95Years Ago
November 1, 1929
In one of the hardest fought football games of the year Winters defeated Armijo 12 to 7. The starting lineup was: Perkins, center; Jacobs, 1. guard; Overhouse, r. guard; B. Scott, r. tackle; Forden, 1. tackle; Riesbeck, 1. end; Fong, r. end; Pearse, r., half; Komora, 1. half; L. Scott, full; Meyers (Capt.) quarterback. The subs were: Sackett, Shackelford, Berg, Deacy, Young, Fredericks, Ichtertz.
Commenting on roads encountered on their trip to Kansas City by auto last month Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Guthrie said the worst stretch of road on the whole 3000 mile trip was from Winters south to Vacaville.
Master Robert Gale and sister, Laura, entertained a number of their classmates at the A. R. Gale home Friday night at a Halloween social.
The frame work of the new Methodist Church annex is now up and work
progressing nicely.
80 Years Ago
November 3, 1944
Mr. and Mrs. O. C. Holmes, Sr. are this week announcing the engagement of their daughter, Mae Holmes, to Elwin Martin, the son of Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Martin of Apricot district. Joseph D. Biasi, 19, son of Mr. and Mrs. V. Biasi, has returned to the States after serving 18 months in the Pacific battle area. The Winters Leatherneck, a member of the famed Second Marine Division, is a veteran of Saipan and Tinian. He has been awarded the Purple Heart Medal, and a Presidential Unit Citation. Patricia, Mary Lou and Barbara Ann Crawley were hostesses at a party Tuesday night when costumes, games and appointments were all in keeping with Halloween. Present were Sharon Cecil, Emily Lou Reiff, Elsie Griffin, Carlysse Franke, Betty Jean Sattazahn, Nina McAntosh, Marcia Long, Carol Lee Stith and Carolyn Merchant.
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Senior News
State needs more than just policy to prepare for an aging workforce
By Tylor Taylor and Jennifer Taylor-Mendoza CalMatters
Nearly a quarter of California’s population will be older than 60 within the next five years. Along with that shift comes a profound transformation in the workplace — many older adults are not retiring.
With life expectancy increasing and housing and medical costs at an all-time high, older adults need ways to extend their careers or sustain new income. Whether by choice or necessity, nearly 11 million Californians will remain in the workforce beyond the traditional retirement years.
With such a significant demographic shift, the state will inevitably see economic implications. There are many benefits when older adults contribute to the workforce, but it has now become a necessity that employment opportunities exist for them. One-third of California’s older adults live below the poverty line, and 2 out of 3 depend on Social Security for at least half of their annual income.
As this demographic continues to grow, many with
inadequate incomes, the state will see an increase in demand for social services and public assistance programs. These could include state-funded programs such as food assistance, Medicaid and housing support, all of which increase the fiscal burden on the state.
Without adequate workforce opportunities for older adults, their quality of life and our state’s economy could take a staggering hit.
This issue has been on the radar of California policymakers. A key goal of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s “Master Plan for Aging” is to foster opportunities for older adults to contribute socially and economically through continued employment, and there are several tax credits and resources encouraging employers to hire older adults. The Work Opportunity Tax Credit, for example, incentivizes California employers to hire from target demographics, including seniors. Or the state’s Employment Training Panel, which reimburses businesses to update skills and retain their staff, is another example.
These programs represent positive steps forward,
but the challenge we face can’t be solved with policy alone. The sustainability of any solution to increase employment opportunities for older adults is contingent on the intervention of local organizations with infrastructure in place and knowledge of what the community needs. Skill training is just one part of the puzzle.
If barriers such as digital literacy or access to transportation exist in a
oneer a unique program, informed by county-level data about workforce and resource needs, offering credit and noncredit course bundles curated for adults 50 and older.
It’s also positioned to create pathways to the older adult services industry, addressing the state’s critical caregiving needs as baby boomers reach their elder years. Additionally, it will boost the financial stability of our community colleges
“The key is for community organizations to assess local needs and identify ways to use available funding and resources to maximize the potential solutions to address this forthcoming population shift.”
community, educational workshops or employer incentives can only go so far.
In Santa Clara, for instance, the older adult population is projected to surge by more than 200 percent. In response, Successful Aging Solutions and Community Consulting and the West Valley-Mission Community College District came together to pi-
The link between sleep and healthy aging
Metro Special to the Express
A good night’s rest can be just what the body needs to feel revitalized and ready to tackle a new day. Indeed, rest is important for people of all ages, including seniors.
The National Council on Aging notes the brain needs sleep to regulate the body, restore energy and repair damage. Recognition of that is vital for aging men and women, some of whom may be more vulnerable to sleeping problems than they realize. In addition to being more vulnerable to age-related health problems that can interrupt their sleep, thus affecting its quality, aging men and women may find their sleep routines change over time.
For example, a 2019 study published in the journal BMC Geriatrics found that active elderly people reported it took them longer to fall asleep as they got older.
The NCOA says it’s a misconception that older adults need more sleep than younger people, noting adults of all ages require the same amount of nightly rest. However,
things may change for seniors in regard to how much time they need to spend in bed. The NCOA notes this is because adults may be more likely to experience poor sleep quality and continuity. When that occurs, adults still need the recommended minimum of seven hours of nightly sleep, but they may need to spend more time in bed since it’s taking them longer to fall asleep.
It’s important that aging adults recognize that they can spend too much time sleeping as well. A 2019 study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that too much sleep is linked to the same health problems as too little sleep, issues that include an elevated risk for heart disease and falls.
Sleep issues affecting older adults also may be a byproduct of various contributing factors. The NCOA notes that frequent contributors to sleep concerns include:
• Pain that affects the back, neck, or joints
• Mental health issues, including anxiety and depression
• Neurodegenerative disorders that are more fre-
quent among aging populations, such as dementia and Alzheimer’s
• Sleep apnea or disordered breathing at night
• Restless leg syndrome, a condition that tends to worsen with age and is characterized by an urge to move limbs often
• Nocturia, a condition marked by a need to urinate at night
• Stimulating medications or medication interactions
• Decreased exposure to sunlight
• Sedentary lifestyle
Aging men and women who are experiencing difficulty sleeping should know that such issues are treatable and not something that needs to be accepted as a normal part of growing older. For example, individuals whose sleep is routinely interrupted by a need to urinate can avoid certain beverages, including alcohol and caffeinated drinks.
Sleep and healthy aging go hand in hand. Aging adults experiencing difficulty sleeping can consult their physicians and visit ncoa.org to learn more about overcoming sleep-related issues.
WSF hosts speaker on mind and music, museum
By Jerry Lowden
The terrible effects which dementia and Alzheimer’s disease place on the afflicted and his or her loved ones is well documented. The Winters Senior Foundation will present a speaker on the growing use of music to treat the afflicted person. Music is used not as a cure but rather it has been shown to lessen the use of antipsychotic medication and to give the person a sense of peace and some-
what reaffirm their humanity. The speaker on this subject is DeAnn Walters, Director of Clinical Affairs & Quality Improvement for the California Association of Health Facilities. Walters has 18 years of experience in op-
erations as a nursing home administrator — experience which includes overseeing short-term rehabilitation, Alzheimer’s care and mental health programs,
At this gathering WSF also will hear from a representative of The Winters Museum, Susan von Geldern. She will provide information on the function of the Winters Museum and some of its needs. The event will be held at the Winters Community Center on Thursday, Nov. 14, from 2 to 4 p.m. All are invited to attend.
by improving enrollment — a number that took a catastrophic hit post-pandemic.
Community colleges are just one example. Organizations like Tech Exchange partner with local organizations to provide digital literacy coursework to help older adults stay competitive in the workforce. Cogenerate partners with organizations to cre-
ate pathways for seniors to segue into new careers.
The key is for community organizations to assess local needs and identify ways to use available funding and resources to maximize the potential solutions to address this forthcoming population shift. In this case, we have the right state policies in place. Still, the solutions must continue to evolve at the county level to ensure that resources adapt appropriately to the needs and characteristics of older adults.
Without that, the financial future of many older adults — and the state itself — looks bleak.
Financial support for this story was provided by the Smidt Foundation and The James Irvine Foundation.
—This article is part of is part of CalMatters’ California Voices. CalMatters is a public interest journalism venture committed to explaining how California’s state Capitol works and why it matters. Dr. Jennifer Taylor-Mendoza is the president of West Valley College. Tylor Taylor is the CEO of Successful Aging Solutions and Community Consulting.
Learn the variables that could elevate your risk of a stroke
Metro
Special to the Express
The World Stroke Organization notes that more than 12.2 million individuals experience stroke each year across the globe. Various risk factors for stroke are within individuals’ control, and it’s never too early for adults to prioritize stroke prevention. The following are some of the most common risk factors for stroke, courtesy of the WSO.
• Elevated systolic blood pressure: The American Heart Association notes that an elevated systolic blood pressure means the upper number on a blood pressure reading is between 120 and 129. Systolic blood pressure measures the pressure your blood is pushing against the artery walls each time the heart beats. Individuals diagnosed with elevated systolic blood pressure are urged to discuss the ways to lower that number, as the American Stroke Association notes high blood pressure is the most significant controllable risk factor for stroke.
• High body mass index: A 2022 study published in the journal PLOS One found that body mass index was
associated with stroke risk among diabetes patients. The study found that the risk of ischemic stroke, which occurs when a blood clot or fatty plaque blocks a blood vessel in the brain, was higher among obese patients compared to patients who are overweight or normal-weight.
• Smoking: The WSO reports that someone who smokes 20 cigarettes a day is six times more likely to have a stroke compared to a non-smoker. One of the links between smoking and stroke risk surrounds carbon monoxide and nicotine. Smoke from cigarettes contains both carbon monoxide, which reduces the amount of oxygen in a smoker’s blood, and nicotine, which makes a smoker’s heart beat faster.
• Alcohol consumption: A 2022 study published in the journal Neurology found that high levels of alcohol consumption are associated with a higher risk for all types of stroke, and even moderate intake, defined as between seven to 14 drinks per week for women and seven to 21 drinks per week for men, was associated with higher risk for all types of stroke.
Special to the Express
Courtesy photo DeAnn Walters
app — which tracks their location in real time with permission from the user device. This ensures that people are informed of road closures, critical updates and current evacuation statuses based on their immediate location. The app offers a user-friendly color-coded system to signal status updates and keep the public aware and prepared.
For those without smartphones, the system’s information is accessible on computers via the public portal at https:// protect.genasys.com, where residents can view their zone’s status by entering their home addresses or those of friends and family. They can view the same real-time updates and conditions for other locations.
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stationary vendors with permits, and one additional vendor with their permit in the approval stage, meaning that if the proposal were passed with eight vendor slots, they would most likely be filled by the current vendors until the time came to renew their one-year permits.
Commissioner Jessica Smith asked City Manager Jeremy Craig what prompted the city council to direct this proposal to the planning commission.
Craig mainly cited a desire to support local restaurants, as well as noting a few health code violations they had recently come across.
“We don’t want to be in a situation where we have more popup food vendors than restaurants in such a small community,”
Craig said. “We don’t want to make it disadvantageous for someone to set up a permanent establishment here in the city.” Commissioner
Enhanced capabilities for first responders
Incident commander chiefs can now access tools for managing evacuations and road closures through Genasys Protect, integrating seamlessly with their command control platforms. Command chiefs can update zone statuses in real time, allowing coordinated responses and giving responders the ability to see current fire conditions, track evacuation zones, and simulate potential wildfire movement utilizing weather conditions and simulation models.
“The live view of zone statuses and the ability to forecast potential evacuation needs with wildfire simulators is invaluable,” Snyder said. “It helps us notify the public and secure areas more effectively and efficiently.”
The Genasys Protect
Ramon Altamirano suggested having a mix of everyday and special event-only vendor permits, but Vice Chair Lisa Baker said she thought that could limit the commercial opportunity of the trucks. During the public comment period, several members of the public asked questions, including whether business owners would hypothetically be able to hire a food truck for a special event that wasn’t on the limited permitted vendor list, whether there are rules for how close trucks can park to downtown restaurants, and who polices after-hours vendor violations.
Storer addressed the questions, noting that the cap won’t interfere with private activity in terms of hiring food trucks — there’s currently no regulation on distance from restaurants, although permits are issued with a specific allowed location listed. Additionally, the police chief is in charge of after-hours violations in the city and would typically
platform integrates smoothly with Alert Yolo, Yolo County’s new emergency alert system, and links with public platforms like Waze for traffic updates. It also supports multilingual notifications, automatically translating critical messages into Spanish and other designated languages, ensuring accessibility for diverse communities.
It will also give command chiefs out on the field the ability to make updates on the fly to indicate changes for evacuation routes and facilities and gives them the ability to see the population areas and identify people who require assistance to evacuate.
“It’s very interactive, which will be huge should we have a big incident like LNU or a flood,” Snyder said. “We can get the message out a lot sooner and earlier.”
take action on health code-related reports the following day.
Chair Gregory Contreras said he didn’t plan to go forth with any resolution that evening, but encouraged the rest of the commissioners to continue discussion and vote on some form of a resolution if they wanted.
“I’ve never decided to go to a taco stand instead of Buckhorn Steakhouse, and vice versa, so I don’t see this as something that needs regulation at this time,” Contreras said.
Baker motioned for a resolution recommending the council adopt the ordinance with a cap of 10 food trucks. After being seconded, it went to a vote and did not pass, with Baker and Altamirano voting yes and Contreras and commissioners Judith Arce and Smith voting no. Contreras suggested a vote to continue the conversation at the next meeting since the discussion had mostly focused on the food truck caps and didn’t dive much into
Each county and town are labeled with a designated zone for alert purposes.
Improved community resources
Yolo County and Winters public safety teams have undergone training on the Genasys platform. Local agencies, including Winters Fire and Winters Police Department, are prepared to utilize Genasys Protect in cooperation with neighboring county zones, such as Solano and Napa Offices of Emergency Service departments, to manage joint incidents effectively.
the administrating fines, sidewalk food permitting process or other components of the proposal. The decision passed unanimously.
Cannabis storefronts Commissioners and members of the public weigh in on cannabis storefront location, permissibility
Over the past several months, the city has been engaged in an ongoing conversation about whether to allow marijuana dispensaries in the city and what regulations will surround their establishment if so. Currently, city planners are in the process of collaborating with commissioners to draft a proposed ordinance that, once finished, will go to the city council for a final vote and to be ratified. The commissioners’ main task at the meeting was to determine where the dispensary should be allowed to be built if the ordinance was passed.
In general, a small area north of Grant Ave. was designated as a potential location in previous
Snyder said a majority of California counties utilize Genasys and those who downloaded the app can also use it while traveling. In an emergency, people can see where the designated evacuation centers are and what kind of shelters they are, including those for large animals, people who need electrical outlets for medical equipment and more.
“We’ve done our due diligence with this system,” said Snyder.
meetings, after parcels near schools and residential areas were blocked out. However, Laddish expressed concerns that placement near the freeway might mean a large, cannabis-related sign being visible as people drive past or into Winters. Another man said during public comment that he didn’t believe cannabis retail should be allowed in the city at all and that if the ordinance is passed, he plans to start a petition to put the decision on the ballot for next year’s election to rescind it.
Baker and Altamirano said that they’ve spoken to nearby cities that have decided to allow cannabis retail, and reported that they’ve had overall good experiences with the vendors.
“There is an opportunity for this to be something that helps the community,” Baker said. “It’s legal, it can be regulated, and there are customers here, and they should have just as much opportunity to speak on the matter as those who would prefer a
“It’s a great asset for our community and will help minimize the risks during major incidents like fires or floods.”
Snyder will be at the Nov. 15 Express Coffee House Chat to answer questions, and residents can explore more details through Winters Fire Department or city of Winters’ social media accounts. Residents can also contact him directly with questions.
different outcome.”
Angelica Sanchez, the director of government affairs for cannabis company Perfect Union in Sacramento, came to the meeting to represent the company and answer any questions, and said that she believes their organization makes it a goal to embed themselves in a community in a positive way.
“I understand that it’s a very divisive industry, but it does improve quality of life for a lot of people,” she said.
Contreras said that he, again, didn’t plan to support a resolution that evening and that he believes the question of cannabis retail is an important enough and controversial enough issue that it should go to the public via the ballot. Baker motioned to continue the discussion to the next meeting, and there was a unanimous vote in favor. The next meeting was set for Dec. 10, with no meeting scheduled in November.
Reservation Recommended
Thursdays
Eat Well Yolo Food Distribution, first and third Thursdays, 10 a.m. As supplies last, RISE, Inc., 417 Haven St., 530-668-0690
Friday, November 2
Community Dia de los Muertos, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Winters Community Library
Tuesday, November 5
Winters City Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Council chamber (318 First St.), Zoom Meeting info, check www.cityofwinters.org/ city-council-meetings_/
Wednesdays
Eat Well Yolo Drive – Through Food Distribution, Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m. As supplies last, Winters High student parking lot, off Railroad Avenue Upcoming Events
Thursday, November 7
Winters JUSD School Board Meeting, 6 p.m., School District Office, Zoom Meeting info, check https://wintersjusd.diligent.community
Friday, November 8
Capstone Senior Night Event, 7:30 p.m. (during Varsity game), Dr. Seller's Field, https://gofan.co/app/school/CA8082
Monday, November 11
Winters Climate Action Commission Meeting, 6:30 p.m., City Hall Large Conference Room (Abbey Street entrance), Check cityofwinters. org/182/Climate-Action-Commission
Friday, November 15
Express Coffeehouse Chat, 8:30 a.m., Steady Eddy's Coffee House Library
Services
Winters Library Open to Public (School in Session), Winters Community Library, Mon/Wed: 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Tue/Thu: 8 a.m.–8 p.m., Fri: 8 a.m.–5 p.m. , Sat: 1–5 p.m. Teen Tuesday (ages 12-18), Second Tuesdays, 2 p.m., Winters Community Library
Bilingual Storytime (ages 0-5), Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Winters Community Library Virtual English Conversation Group, Tuesdays, 2-3 p.m., One time registration required: Contact Nancy Pacheco 530-666-8019 or nancy.pacheco@ yolocounty.org
Mangonada Monday (ages 6-12), fourth Monday, 3:30 p.m. Tech Thursdays, Thursdays, 2-7:30 p.m., call 530-6668005 to schedule an appointment. Bilingual sessions available upon request.
Saturday Matinee, First Saturday, 2 p.m., Winters Community Library All You Need is Love Romance Book Club, Second Saturday, 4 p.m., Hooby’s Brewing
Older Adult Programs
Winters Senior Foundation Chair Yoga Class for Seniors, Wednesdays, 9:30-11 a.m., St. Anthony Parish Hall (511 W. Main St.)
Winters Senior Foundation Social Gathering, Thurdays, 1-3:30 p.m., St. Anthony Parish Hall (511 W. Main St.)
Ongoing
Winters Friends of the Library meeting, first Monday, 7 p.m., Winters Community Library, Margaret Parsons Room, wfol.org
Winters Fortnightly meeting, second Tuesdays (September through April), 1 p.m., St. Anthony Parish Hall (511 W. Main St.)
Rotary Club of Winters meeting, Thursdays, Noon, The Buckhorn
Winters Museum public hours Thursday thru Sunday, 1-5 p.m., 13 Russell St.
Winters Open Mic, third Thursday of the month, 6 p.m. (sign-ups begin at 5:30 p.m.), Paseo Park, Main Street.
Metaphysical Book Club, Fridays at 5 p.m., 212 Grant Ave., Sign up at dixiesbookclub@gmail.com or call 530212-5026
12-Step Bonfire meeting, third Friday, 6:30 p.m. fellowship, 7 p.m. meeting, LuNita Ranch, 8189 Olive School Ln, Winters, Bring a camp chair.
Kiwanis Club of Winters meeting, fourth Wednesday, 6 p.m., Turkovich Family Wines - Boss Lounge, kiwanisclubofwinters@gmail.com
Democracy Winters meeting, third Saturdays, 10 a.m.Noon, Meeting details in newsletter, contact info@ democracywinters.org
Walking Meditation, third Sunday, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Meet behind the Winters Community Center, 201 Railroad Ave.
Alcoholics Anonymous meetings:
» St. Anthony Parish Hall, 511 Main St. (back entrance) Tuesdays, 7-8 a.m. and Fridays, 7-8 a.m. » Yolo Housing office building, 62 Shams Way: Thursdays, 7-8 p.m. and Sundays, 9 a.m.
Housing insights, challenges in 2024 HOMES, Page 2
Charley says don’t be a litterbug OPINION, Page 3
Dia de los Muertos at the library EVENTS, Page 8
Hundreds join Spooktacular run
Express staff
The Winters Spooktacular Fun Run rounded out the weekend of events early Sunday morning. The annual event features 5K and 10K races, a 1-mile timed are, and a 1-mile Monster Dash. In theme with the season, there is also a costume contest.
William Davis, one of the event organizers, said that 271 runners participated across the 10K, 5K and 1-mile runs.
The 2024 Spooktacular winners and
their final times are:
Note: Winters residents are marked with an asterisk
Men’s 5K
* Norberto Razo – 19:10 (a repeat winner from last year)
* Daniel Gates –19:43
* Mathew Young –20:26 (Young ran the 5K in 21:39 last year)
Women’s 5K
* Meadow Davis –23:39 (age 12, she ran the 5K in 29:54 last year)
Emma Jacobs –23:46
Carissa Rodriguez – 23:56
Men’s 10K
Bryon Gordon –42:08
* Jim Pearce – 42:59
Alasdair Wilkins –44:27
Women’s 10K
* Jessica Bermudez – 51:51
* Taly Hernandez – 52:03
Patrice Horan –53:36
1-mile untimed
monster dash
Boys: * Will Lindfors (age 8, he also ran the 5K in 24:29, an impressive time for his age.)
Girls: * Emma Lindfors (age 8, Will’s
twin sister) Costume contest
The Costume Contest winners were recognized by costume only.
Individuals
1. Operation Man
2. Mermaid
3. Bride of Chucky Group
1.Farmers
2.Mario and Luigi 3.Minion and Gru
Judge Sydney Andrade told the Express that a few last-minute winners had been added on that were not recorded.
FFA honors Figueroa
By Jackson Bronson Winters FFA Repoter
The Winters FFA member of the month for October is Nathan Figueroa. Figueroa was a huge help at the tri-tip sale fundraiser FFA put on in September. He played a large role in the grilling of the meat, marinating the tri-tip and making sure they were cooked to perfection.
Figueroa is enrolled in several ag classes. His Senior Capstone
project is fabricating a barbecue which he is completing under the mentorship of his ag teacher Donnie Whitworth. For more updates from the Winters FFA Chapter, follow its social media page at www.instagram.com/ wintersffa. Find out how to support the local FFA chapter through the Friends of the Winters FFA at www. facebook.com/Winters FFABoosters.
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Spooktacular Monster Dash runners take off at the starting line on Sunday, Oct. 27.
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Nathan Figueroa is the October FFA Member of the Month.
Donald Sanders/Courtesy photo
While out and about Winters, resident Donald Sanders captured photos of the Solano County Water Agency team placing a fish ladder in the delta of
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Meadow Davis won the women’s 5K race.
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The top three finishers in the men’s 5K Spooktacular race were, from left, Daniel Gates in second, Noberto Razo in first and Mathew Young in third.
Listing of top housing issues, insights of 2024
The Center for California
just released its list of top issues and insights in housing this year, reflecting the past 10 months of conversations among the state’s leading government, academia, nonprofit and business leaders working together to tackle California’s multi-faceted housing challenges. The list comes just ahead of the Center’s flagship event, the CCRE Housing Summit: Charting California’s Future, on Wednesday, Oct. 30 in Los Angeles. Arguably the most import-
ant statewide housing event of the year, the Summit features industry, academic, civic and private sector experts convening to analyze the current political environment for implementing housing policy changes, examine the state of homeownership for Californians, and explore broad strategies for enhancing housing supply.
“This is a critical time in housing with many different issues converging that impact our ability to deliver what Californians need,” said Melanie Barker, 2024 president of the California Association of Realtors. “The Center for California Real
reported 7 percent of members surveyed in 2023 had a transaction fall through last year due to the inability to obtain affordable insurance.
Mark Sektnan, vice president of State Government Relations, American Property Casualty Insurance Association, reported that for the last decade, insurers have been paying out $1.13 for every dollar they’ve taken in.
on interest rates and housing affordability quickly shifted focus to homeowners insurance as the leading issue impacting housing and homeownership, which dominated news cycles.
sought to replace canceled insurance plans and capitalize on market changes.
Estate was created for exactly this purpose — to bring together the best minds from across the state and country to have frank conversations about what’s happening on the ground, what’s impeding progress and what needs to be done to help solve the biggest challenges in housing and real estate.”
The year that began with a spotlight
The need for immediate consumer participation and action drove this year’s housing news to a new level of awareness across the state, as homeowners, buyers and sellers
The below issues and insights are summarized from a series of conversations across the state this year hosted by the Center for California Real Estate.
Insurance: relief in sight, but still far off
With insurance rates skyrocketing, large carriers leaving the state and major legislative changes underway, homeowners insurance was far and away the biggest issue in the housing sector this year.
The California Association of Realtors
While Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara shared his commitment to delivering major insurance reforms around rate change rules by the end of the year to help bring carriers back to the state, relief will not be immediate.
Insurers need more expedited processing and approval by the California Dept. of Insurance, and time to implement the changes.
Housing supply: Reversing a decadeslong issue
State legislative action is not delivering enough support for more housing.
“In Sacramento this year, there were
See HOUSING, Page 5
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The Center for California Real Estate drafted a list of progress and challenges in housing and real estate from the past 10 months.
Help ‘Beautify Winters’ and stop littering Express Yourself
One thing I noticed on our last road trip was the lack of litter along the highways on the East Coast and Canada. Their roads are noticeably cleaner than ours. I saw one car, which was speeding past me, throw a fast food bag out the window. The bag flew into my lane and by the time I figured out what had happened the car was out of range to do anything about it.
Last Friday, as I was driving down Railroad Avenue, I saw a plastic container, used for salsa, fly out of the passenger window of a silver Mitsubishi SUV, license number ending in 373. I honked my horn and then I saw the lid being tossed out the same window, so I honked a little longer.
To my surprise the car stopped in the middle of the street. I waited a moment and got out of my pickup, as did the other driver.
Luckily, he only had a burrito in his hand. I yelled at him to stop littering and to go
“Luckily, he only had a burrito in his hand.”
back and pick up his trash. He told me to go pick it up. After a few more choice words we both got back into our vehicles and we both turned onto Russell Street. I stopped at my office but he kept going.
If you know someone who drives a newish silver Mitsubishi, don’t feel bad about leaving your garbage on his front yard. I doubt that he reads the Express, but maybe a subscriber knows the litterbug and can let him know that we don’t need people throwing their trash on our streets. I’ll admit that I have littered in the past, but that was a long time ago and I now have a better appreciation for clean streets. A group called
See QUICK, Page 4
Horoscopes
ARIES (Mar 21/Apr 20),
Your energy levels are soaring this week, Aries. Channel this vitality into a new project or personal goal. Be cautious of being too impulsive, and think things through before acting.
TAURUS (Apr 21/May 21),
Embrace flexibility in your personal life, Taurus. Being open to change will lead to unexpected opportunities and strengthen your relationships. There are a few surprises ahead.
GEMINI (May 22/Jun 21), Communication is key for you this week, Gemini. You may find that your words carry extra weight and influence. Use this to your advantage at work and in your personal life.
CANCER (Jun 22/Jul 22), Cancer, focus on behind-the-scenes work around the office — it’s not always about being in the spotlight that gets you ahead. All of your contributions are valuable.
LEO (Jul 23/Aug 23), Leo, embrace your natural charisma and confidence, but also remember to show appreciation for the people who support you. Balance is key in all social situations this week.
VIRGO (Aug 24/Sept 22),
It is time to get organized, Virgo. Tackle any lingering tasks or projects that need your attention. Your meticulous attention to detail will serve you well as you bring order to things.
LIBRA (Sept 23/Oct 23), Libra, focus on finding harmony in your relationships this week. You might need to mediate conflicts or offer support to loved ones. Use your diplomatic skills to create balance.
SCORPIO (Oct 24/Nov 22),
Trust your instincts when making decisions, especially those related to work or personal projects, Scorpio. Your intuition is pretty sharp this week, so use it to your advantage.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23/Dec 21), Sagittarius, adventure is calling out to you. Whether it’s a spontaneous trip or exploring a new hobby, embrace opportunities to expand your horizons.
CAPRICORN (Dec 22/Jan 20), Capricorn, your dedication and hard work are likely to be recognized, leading to potential advancement or new opportunities. Just wait for all of the exciting things to come your way.
AQUARIUS (Jan 21/Feb 18), Use creative energy to explore new ideas or tackle creative projects, Aquarius. When you interact with others, you also may gain some fresh ideas to use to your advantage.
PISCES (Feb 19/Mar 20), Pisces, this week calls for reflection and healing. Take time to address any emotional needs and seek support if you want to talk to someone or simply need another be close to you.
Election Day watch party
As a member of the West Yolo Democratic Club, I would like to invite members of our community to watch party on the evening of the presidential election. I think watching election returns is always more fun when you are surrounded by friends.
We have invited all our local Democratic candidates to join us, and we are hopeful a few will join us.
The free event will be on Tuesday, Nov. 5, from 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Opera House, 13 Main St.
There will be live music and pot-luck finger foods or desserts to share, (no silverware needed). We are asking that you bring your own plates and supplies so we can keep the trash down to a minimum, with less going to the landfill. And please bring a beverage of your choice. No drinks will be sold.
We will gather together and enjoy food, music, and community as we watch the re-
Express Yourself
Letters
sults come in. I hope you will join us.
REBECCA
FRIDAE West Yolo Democratic club
Gazebo makeover
One of our town emblems, the gazebo, was built by Rotary (think Phil Snow, Cecil Padilla, Mike Kimes) a generation ago. The inside acoustics are fabulous. It has been used for concerts and weddings and graduation photos. The old girl is showing here age. Columns have rotted due to misplaced sprinklers,the railings have been leaned against a few too many times, the stairway railings are not up to code, the roof is in need of repair, a few bricks need replacing but most of all, the electrical system needs an overhaul. (Does anyone know where the original chandelier can be found?) It is felt that $32,000 will bring her back to beauty and safety. There have been a few major donors (huge thanks) which has brought the re-
mainder needed to about $16,000. As the endless political ads say, every little bit helps.
If you feel you can help, Rotary has set up a 501(c)(3) account in the name of The Rotary Club of Winters Community Foundation. Checks can be mailed to PO Box 565 or you can donate online http://bit.ly/ 4eDcyYb.
Thanks in advance for keeping this important part of Winters alive.
LYNNE SECRIST Winters
Dinner on the Bridge success
Here at Winters Healthcare, we are thrilled to share some incredible news with our community following the success of the sixth annual Dinner on The Bridge, which took place on Sept. 14. Thanks to the generosity of our attendees, sponsors, and partners, Winters Healthcare raised over $25,000 to support vital health services that touch the lives of thousands
See LETTERS, Page 6
Introducing Rebecca Fridae
Rebecca Fridae is another of those neighbors that you should go out of your way to meet. I have long considered her to be the Queen of Winters. Since her arrival in Winters in 1983, she has had a hand in just about every good thing that has happened in town. Anyone that knows her will attest to the fact that she is a very special woman.
As a teacher of
over 35 years in local schools, her substantial influence on the people of this town can be matched by few; if you consider the fact that 4,000 students sat in her classroom. You might say she was involved with every family in this town to some degree. As an activist, she considers herself a political being. As a volunteer she supports a long list of
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Cozy in a fox-hole chateau
This is a series of letters that my Uncle Russell Fox Taylor sent home to his wife, Lilla, from the battle fields in France, Belgium and Germany. This letter was penned during the Battle of the Bulge which was the German Army’s last desperate offensive action to drive back the Allied Forces. The battle was launched on Dec. 16, 1944 and ended on Jan. 25, 1945. The United States suffered well over 80,000 casualties during this battle, including an official Army count of 19,246 dead, and 23,000 American troops were captured. The weather was bitter, many wounded soldiers froze to death and thousand were treated for frostbite.
In this letter Russell states, “We managed to hold our sector.” This is an understatement. In fact this was the only sector along the entire allied front line that stopped the German advance during this epic battle.
NOTICE OF NOMINEES FOR PUBLIC OFFICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to California Elections Code Section 12110, relating to the General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Winters on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, the following persons have been nominated for the offices designated:
Two (2) City Council Member At Large Seats for a Full Term of 4 Years
Bill Biasi
Jesse Loren Measures to be Voted On:
CITY OF WINTERS SALES TAX MEASURE
To maintain and improve City services such as 911 emergency response, parks, trails, youth programs; respond to property crimes/thefts/burglaries; retain/attract local businesses; and for general government use; shall the measure establishing a 1 cent sales tax providing approximately $1,200,000 annually until ended by voters; requiring audits, public spending disclosures, funds locally controlled, be adopted?
Zorina Treat, Deputy City Clerk
Dated: 10/23/2024 10/30 76482
the public capital improvements required in connection with a given development project Said development related fees if financed will be used by the Agency to pay for public capital improvements which will serve the Agency All such public capital improvements including those eligible for payment from development related fees will be of a type and nature authorized under the “Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 ” being Chapter 2 5, Part 1, Division 2, Title 5 (beginning with Section 53311) of the Government Code of the State of California and/or of the type and nature authorized under the Municipal Improvement Act of 1913 (Streets and Highways Co de Sections 10000 and following) Participation in said program does not itself authorize the Agency to impose additional public capital improvements or new or additional development related fees on any property owner
The hearing will commence at 6:30pm or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard and will be held at 318 First Street (Abbey Street entrance) City of Winters California Interested persons wishing to express their views on the Agency s participation in the SCIP program and the financing of public capital improvements and/or development related fees as described above will be given an opportunity to do so at the public hearing or may prior to the time of the hearing submit written comments to cityclerk@cityofwinters org
Dated: October 30th 2024
10/30/24 #76460
CITY OF WINTERS
Jeremy Craig, City Clerk
After Action Report, Jan. 1–14, 1945: “Despite the terrific shelling to which all positions were subjected to during the period, only four men were lightly wounded. The constant activity of day and night combat patrols kept the enemy in his front yard and frequently forced him to reveal his position.”
—Respectfully submitted by Winters resident Gerald Taylor and Shelley Frost, grand-daughter of Russell Fox Taylor
Still in Germany
January 8, 1945
Still solid in the fox-hole chateau. We have now added a radio to our luxuries. It is an old beat-up, patched–up kraut job but it works and after all that’s everything a Philco console model can do.
Last night we heard the Jack Benny program and sure enjoyed it.
We have also rigged up a light which we can use any time we
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Beautify Winters, organized by Mark Rowan, picks up litter along the entrance to Winters once a month. It is amazing to me how much trash there is to pick up every month, but it keeps accumulating. I’m not sure confronting people who trash our town is a good idea, but something has to be done to let them know that littering isn’t acceptable behavior. After this weekend’s events on Main Street there were cups, napkins and trash left all over the place. It gave me something to do on Monday morning and something to write about.
Try to be a good citizen and have a good week.
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Sports
Willows takes the lead over junior varsity
Football season winding down, playoffs in view
By Sydney Andrade Express staff writer
On Friday, Oct. 25, the Winters High School junior varsity football team made the long trip out to Willows, despite the varsity team not having a game due to the lack of Willows players.
Although the junior varsity team performed well and gave it their all, it ultimately lost against the large and physical Willows High School team by a
close score of 14–21. While the score isn’t what they had hoped for, the junior varsity team has had a great season so far with four wins, one tie and three losses.
Upcoming games
They will get back out on the road on Friday, Nov. 1, to play against Paradise High School. Junior varsity kick off will be at 5:30 p.m. and varsity will be back in action and kick off at 7:30 p.m.
The final league game before playoffs will be at home against Pierce High School, the toughest competitors of the season, on Friday, Nov. 8.
of local nonprofit organizations including the Friends of the Library, Putah Creek Council, the Rotary Club, and she supports the school board and the city council. She was honored by the City Council in 2018 celebrating her retirement.
She has always gone out of her way to provide new learning experiences for the youth of our town. On several occasions she supervised field trips to New York City for her entire class. Through Friends of the Library, she was active in programs like Winters Meet-and-Greet, the Poetry Jam, Books for Babies, and she eagerly provides candidate and voter information on the political side. On top of all of this, she still finds time to provide volunteer labor on Putah Creek cleanup day.
In 2017, she and her husband Woody, who is also very active in city of Winters affairs (but that’s
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two bills that were housing creators and eight bills that were housing killers. Still, after all these years of housing crisis, we get more bills that are housing killers,” said Jeff Schroeder, SVP, Land, Planning & Operations, Ponderosa Homes.
Consumer advocacy is key to reversing decades of underinvestment in housing.
“If we’re going to make a dent in this housing crisis, we need to change the
a different story), traveled to Oregon to view the eclipse of the sun. Just recently they traveled to New Zealand. Together, they have two wonderful children, Markland and Andrew.
If she could have dinner with anyone in the world, she would dine with her parents. One of her favorite words, “serendipity,” means unexpected pleasure. When you meet her, that is exactly what you will experience, serendipity!
hearts and minds of the larger public,” said Xiomara Cisneros, senior program officer of housing affordability, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. A multi-pronged approach to supply is necessary to address the current shortage. “We have to continue to advocate for resources, for policy to preserve, protect and produce,” said Noni Ramos, CEO of Housing Trust Silicon Valley. “It must be all three strategies — it’s the only way.” Historic approaches are being reevaluated
in an “everything is on the table” to solving supply issues.
“We’re going to have a reckoning about how we want to address CEQA in a more holistic way, for the protection that is needed, but not a barrier that delays projects for years because of frivolous lawsuits — that is the balance,” said Assemblymember Pilar Schiavo.
Affordability: an uphill climb with solid solutions and case studies
Affordability is an issue at all income levels. California As-
have a vehicle available to hook onto its battery. At the moment, we have a good fire going, the radio is playing, I have my shoes off and reclining in a corner where I can take advantage of the light to write to you. This all sounds like quite solid comfort and it really is compared with the weather outside which is as nasty as this hole is cozy.
One of the guys got a can of pop-corn in a package and we popped it in a mess kit over the stove. Some butter and salt from the kitchen made it a real treat. I only wish
sociation of Realtors’ 2024 second-quarter Housing Affordability Index (HAI) shows that just 14 percent of California households can afford a median-priced home and must earn at least $236,800 annually to do so.
Outdated zoning practices, excess permitting and bloated costs such as impact fees that can cost upwards of $100,000 per unit make projects increasingly less affordable at all levels.
Improved supply has a direct impact on price mitigation. “In
Cardinals seventh-grade basketball season tips off
The Winters Middle School seventh-grade boys basketball team tipped off their season at John Knight Middle School in Dixon on Tuesday, Oct. 29, followed by another away game against Esparto Middle School on Wednesday, Oct. 30.
There is not a seventh-grade girls basketball team this year due to a decline of interested athletes.
The schedule for the seventh-grade boys team is:
we had more.
Another of our latest additions is sleeping bags. They’re not so good as they sound but some of us have made them warmer by putting in extra padding, etc. I sewed in a double thickness of kraut blanket material. One of the guys looted a nice wool comforter and cut it to size and sewed that in. He says it’s quite luxurious. It seems quite enigmatic that many of the towns and villages we liberated are now back in enemy hands, including the little village I wrote about not so long ago. Somehow I feel a rather personal interest in some of those villages and at this time it hurts to know the Germans
San Diego where we used to be doing 2,000 or 3,000 permits of new housing a year, this year we are up to 9,000 units of housing under permit right now. And we are seeing a stabilization in the rents because supply and demand is a real thing,” said Assemblyman Chris Ward.
The need for an inclusive process that enables underrepresented communities such as seniors and minorities to participate is vital, from advocacy at meetings to designing targeted solutions to releasing
• Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 4 p.m. at home vs Emerson
• Thursday, Nov. 7, at 4 p.m. away at Harper
• Tuesday, Nov. 12, at 4 p.m. at home vs Holmes
• Thursday, Nov. 14, at 4 p.m. away at Douglass
• Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 4 p.m. at home vs Lee
• Thursday, Nov. 21, at 4 p.m. at home vs John Knight
• Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 4 p.m. at home vs Esparto
• Thursday, Dec. 5, at 4 p.m. away at Emerson
are back in them even though it may not be for long.
The other day I heard about an article in the Oct. 14 edition of the Saturday Post which is about our outfit. The article is titled, “I led the Tanks Thru No-Man’s Land.” I haven’t read it so don’t know much about it, but if you can find it and save it, someday I should like to read it and perhaps tell you more about it.
A few days ago we took some enemy paratroop prisoners. They had us named in their lingo, the 38th Panzer Grenadiers and we are considered by them to be a plenty rough outfit. I hope they keep thinking it.
significant wealth into the economy. Robert Kleinhenz, director of the Office of Economic Research at California State University, Long Beach, suggested that seniors liquidating assets at a rate of 3 percent could inject a substantial $300 billion into the economy — enough to add a percentage point of growth nationally. For detailed information and reports about each of the events hosted this year by the Center for California Real Estate, visit http://ccre.us.
Marcus Langum, a Winters second-grader, is Pisani’s Athlete of the Week. Langum is playing his fourth year of AYSO soccer, this season at the 8U level. “Marcus is not only an exceptional athlete but he also has a great attitude. He works hard during practice and works even harder during the game. I can put him anywhere and he is always willing to go wherever I need him,” said head coach Sydney Andrade.
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Winters High School junior varsity quarterback Aidan Baylor searches for an open teammate as he prepares to launch a pass.
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Arts & Entertainment
Library marks Dia de los Muertos
Special to the Express
Join the Winters Hispanic Advisory Committee, Winters Community Corazón, and the Winters Community Library in a vibrant celebration of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). This community event will be filled with meaningful activities honoring loved ones and embracing the rich traditions of this cultures that celebrate Dia de los Muertos.
This year, shoebox ofrendas can be displayed in the library’s glass cases. Outdoor ofrendas are also welcome on the library garden’s patio tables during the Nov. 2 event.
Those wishing to secure a table should visit the Winters Library on Friday, Nov. 1, from 3 to 5 p.m., to reserve and help decorate their space. Community members can engage in many fun and family-friendly events on Saturday, Nov. 2,
from 6 to 7:30 at the Winters Community Library. Activities include: Sugar skull decorating: Create your own sugar skulls and add a colorful touch. Storytime & music: Gather for a bilingual Dia de los Muertos storytime and enjoy festive music.
Catrin & Catrina contest: Show off your best Dia de los Muertos attire in our look-alike/talent contest. Dia de los Muertos treats: Enjoy pan de muerto and hot chocolate.
Community altars: Bring photos of loved ones to add to the library’s community altar, which opened on Oct. 25. Due to the upcoming election, the event will not utilize the Margaret Parsons room this year. No reservations are required to attend this event and everyone is invited to participate.
For more information, contact the Winters Community Library or visit yolocountylibrary. org and search the Events tab by the Winters category.
November at the Opera House
Special to the Express
Mark your calendars because there are a lot of exciting events happening at the Winters Opera House in November.
Fado music
On Nov. 2, get ready to be captivated by the talented Ramana Vieira, an international fado singer.
Vieira captures the traditional fado music and influences from the Portuguese diaspora in a musical tapestry that ranges from whispering, haunting, ballads of fado, to American classics and original creations.
Come hear the captivating music of Ramana Vieira at 7 p.m. on Nov. 2, at the Winters Opera House, where she will be joined by Jeff Furtado on guitar, David Parker on bass/keys, Vincent Tolliver on viola/violin/mandolin/sax and Edward Blue on drums.
Presale tickets are $20, tickets at the door will be $25 at www.winterstheatre. org.
Contra dancing
Get out your dancing shoes and make your way over to the Winters Opera House
on Sunday, Nov. 3, for a fun afternoon of contra dancing.
Contra dance in America evolved from English Country dances and has been enjoyed continuously since the time of the English colonies in America as a true community dance. Tickets are $15 and will be available to purchase at the door. The dancing starts at 2 p.m., but there will be a beginners orientation starting at 1:30 p.m.
Lit Fest 4
WTC is proud to announce Lit Fest 4, a celebration of local and regional literary talent. WTC “Lit Fests” continue to be a great platform for writers and poets to share original short stories, personal narratives, and poems with the community at the Winters Opera House. Lit Fest 4” takes place on Nov. 8, from 6 to 8 p.m.
‘Robin Hood the Musical’ opening gala
WTC presents “Robin Hood the Musical,” directed by board member Linda Glick, Robin Hood plans on being a funfilled evening into
Alexis Garcia further elevated the evening’s atmosphere.
of our neighbors. This year’s event was truly special, set against the scenic backdrop of the historic Trestle Train Bridge. Guests enjoyed a curated menu from Buckhorn Steakhouse paired with local beer and wine from Collina De Bella, Berryessa Brewing Co., and Hoobys Brewing, special pours of spirits from Patio 29 Distillery, along with a signature Old Fashioned from Preserve. The sounds of the Yolo Hot Club, an exciting raffle, and desserts by
But beyond the culinary delights and entertainment, what made this night unforgettable was the sense of community and purpose. Every ticket sold, every dollar donated, and every glass raised went directly toward enhancing the care we provide to over 4,000 individuals across Winters, Esparto, and beyond. With these funds, Winters Healthcare will be able to hire an additional family practice physician, a significant step in meeting the growing demand for medical
the tale of the charming thief who robs from the rich to give to the poor from Sherwood forest. Joining the titular Robin Hood, is his band of merry men and noble ladies and romantic love in the sweet and kind Maid Marian. Together they must go against the crooked Sheriff of Nottingham and the sinister Prince John.
The Opening Night Gala is on Friday, Nov. 22, at 6:30 p.m.
Tickets are $20 to $25 and included is a glass of champagne or non-alcoholic beverage and dessert. This is a special event ticket for opening night. General admission tickets for opening night are also available, and the doors open for the general public open at 7 p.m.
“Robin Hood the Musical” runs from Nov. 22 to Dec. 1, on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Buy tickets at winterstheatre.org.
Winters Theatre Company is at the Winters Opera House on 13 Main St. in Winters.
Email winterstheatre@gmail.com, or call 530-795-4014.
care in our region. As our organization expands with new initiatives, including the Capay Valley Health and Community Center, this support ensures we can continue to offer essential medical, dental, and behavioral health services to those who need them most. This is a testament to the power of our community coming together for a common cause. We are deeply grateful to everyone who helped make this year’s Dinner on The Bridge a success. We would like to extend a very special thank you to our sponsors for this year’s event. Dinner on the Bridges platinum sponsor, Gilbert Network Group, bronze sponsors, Dignity Health and Kaiser Kaiser Permanente. Also, a grateful nod to our table sponsors, Board member Sharon Bishop, Club420, Interstate 80 Forklift, Inc., Jeffrey Uppington and Penny Herbert, Martinez Orchards, Partnership HealthPlan of California, Realty World Camelot Winters-Sandy Vickrey, Solano Care Hospice, Thank you to the Anonymous donor for WHF Staff to attend, Theresa Kelsch, WeCare4Yolo, Yolo County Association of Realtors, Yolo County Supervisor Lucas Frerichs, and Buckhorn Steakhouse. A big thank you to Alemaya Farms for their in-kind donations.
Community support and generosity have made a significant difference in the lives of many. We look forward to many more years of celebrating together in the name of community health, knowing that we have a community that we can always count on.
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A community altar on display from a past Dia de los Muertos event at Rotary Park.