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Governor appoints Dan Wolk to Yolo Superior Court BY LAUREN KEENE Enterprise staff writer
Dan Wolk, a former mayor of Davis, was appointed Tuesday to the Yolo Superior Court bench, one of 14 new California judges tapped by Gov. Gavin Newsom across the state. Wolk, 42, has served as a deputy county counsel in the Solano County Counsel’s
Office since 2009. Prior to that, he worked as an associate attorney at McDonough, Holland & Allen P.C. from 2005 to 2008 and was founder and director of the Legal Clinic of Yolo County from 2006 to 2008. He also served on the Davis City Council from 2011 to 2016 — beating out nine other candidates to fill a vacated seat — and held the mayor’s
post during the final two years of his term. Wolk is the son of former Lois Wolk, a former Davis mayor, Yolo County supervisor, California assemblywoman and state senator; and Bruce Wolk, former dean and professor emeritus at the UC Davis School of Law. Wolk said Tuesday he was honored by Newsom’s appointment. “My parents instilled in me
a deep commitment to both the law and public service, and serving as a judge in the county in which I grew up and am raising a family is especially meaningful,” Wolk said. “I look forward to joining the exceptional jurists already on the Yolo County bench and to serving the people of Yolo County with fairness, thoughtfulness and humility.”
A Democrat, Wolk earned his law degree from the UC Berkeley School of Law. He fills the vacancy created by last year’s retirement of Judge Janet Gaard. “On behalf of all the judges of Yolo Superior Court, we thank the governor for an excellent judicial appointment,” Presiding Judge
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Dr. Sumana Reddy demonstrates a Telehealth exam using Updox, a HIPPA-compliant video chat software, one of several programs her clinic relies on to meet with patients. During exams, Reddy will point to parts of her body to ensure she understands where her patients are experiencing discomfort.
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Virtual medicine the new normal Doctors and patients navigating through changes BY ANA B. IBARRA AND ELIZABETH AGUILERA CalMatters California doctors are diagnosing anything from appendicitis to strep throat with only a phone during the coronavirus pandemic. Video visits and conversations are the closest doctors can get to patients who are sheltering in place and avoiding potential exposure from doctor visits. COVID-19 has catapulted telehealth — those virtual visits — into the mainstream more effectively than years of advocacy and policy-making. Experts and physicians are calling it a rare “silver lining” of
the current crisis: An overnight availability of video and phone appointments for medical needs, especially in areas where doctors have been in short supply. “COVID-19 has changed everything,” said Dr. Mark Henderson, professor of internal medicine and associate dean for admissions and outreach at UC Davis School of Medicine. “Because of COVID19 we have all of this distance and it has accelerated all of these ideas and it’s totally exploded our thinking around what we can do with telemedicine in primary care.” Telehealth has been in use for decades, long before smartphones or tablets, and California already was poised to expand options under several new laws passed last year. Initially, though, it was seen as a tool for rural communities and inner-city areas
with a shortage of providers. It took a change in regulations affecting billing during the pandemic to allow a dramatic pivot to telehealth, as much as 40% to 80% of patient visits in some health systems in recent weeks. The Department of Managed Health Care announced March 18 that all health plans must reimburse telehealth medical care at the same rate as face-to-face appointments, and California’s Department of Health Care Services obtained a federal waiver to allow similar Medi-Cal reimbursement. The federal government eased regulations on March 17 affecting Medicare payments to allow the same flexibility. Medical providers say telehealth is
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Death toll climbs to 11 at St. John’s BY ANNE TERNUS-BELLAMY Enterprise staff writer Two more residents of the Stollwood Convalescent Hospital in Woodland have died of the novel coronavirus, bringing to 11 the number of patients who have died since an outbreak of COVID-19 began at the skilled nursing facility several weeks ago. The two most recent deaths reported Monday involved individuals over the age of 85. Stollwood, on the campus of St. John’s Retirement Village in Woodland, also accounts for around half of the 162 total
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coronavirus cases reported in Yolo County as of Tuesday (though infected Stollwood staff members who do not live in Yolo County are not included in the county’s case numbers). In a message to the community on Tuesday, St. John’s CEO Sean Beloud said, “we are heart stricken by the deaths of any of our residents and incredibly grateful for the vast support and gratitude from our residents’ families in dealing with this invisible enemy.” He also said several staff members who were quarantined have retested negative
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“and have rejoined the workforce after participating in a ‘refresher’ training on containing the spread of the virus.” Last week Beloud said St. John’s top focus “continues to be the health of our residents and staff and we are doing everything we can to keep them safe,” Beloud said. “I am working on the frontline with St. John’s caregivers and we are incredibly fortunate to have our dedicated staff and the on-site assistance from the county and state as part of our care delivery team.”
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May elected to Academy of Arts and Sciences BY DAVE JONES Special to The Enterprise
But if there is a bright spot for those officials right now, it’s that the fight does appear to be succeeding elsewhere in the county.
The 240-year-old American Academy of Arts and Sciences last week announced UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May as one of its 276 newly elected members for 2020. They include artists, scientists, and leaders in the public, nonprofit and private sectors. May’s classification in the academy is “educational and academic leadership.” Other new members in this category include Ana Mari Cauce, University of Washington; Sally Ann Kornbluth, Duke University; Vincent E. Price, Duke University; G. Gabrielle Starr, Pomona College; and Ngaire Tui Woods, University of Oxford. Their classmates in other classifications include Joan Baez, singer,
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vigilant in our actions to combat the spread of COVID-19,” he said, adding that St. John’s is following the guidelines of both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the state Department of Public Health. The outbreak at Stollwood has represented one of the biggest challenges county health officials have faced in their fight to stop the spread of COVID-19.
“We have been extremely
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How and when to reopen society as the COVID-19 pandemic continues was a topic of conversation throughout the state of California on Tuesday. Gov. Gavin Newsom addressed the topic at his daily briefing in Sacramento at the same time Yolo County supervisors were weighing in on a “Roadmap to Recovery” drafted by health officials here. What the governor ultimately decides to do will largely determine what county supervisors can do, because while counties may have stricter health orders in place, they cannot be more permissive than the state order, which “acts as a floor,” noted Yolo County Administrator Patrick Blacklock. Still, some of the activities currently prohibited in Yolo County are allowed under the statewide stay-at-home
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Briefly Suspect sought in drive-by death The Yolo County Sheriff ’s Office continues its investigation into last week’s drive-by shooting near Winters, which killed a man. Coroner’s officials have not publicly identified the victim, who died from his injuries on Sunday and has not yet undergone an autopsy, Chief Deputy Coroner Gina Moya said Tuesday. Meanwhile, sheriff ’s detectives are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect as well as a motive in the shooting, which occurred at about 1:30 p.m. Friday on County Road 89 north of Winters. The suspect fired from a small, darkcolored sedan at the victim, who was a passenger in another vehicle, sheriff ’s Lt. Ray Jimenez said. The driver who accompanied the victim took him to Sutter Davis Hospital before his transfer to an area trauma center, where he died of his injuries two days later. “It’s now a homicide,” Jimenez said Monday. The suspect car, he said, was last seen traveling northbound on Road 89. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact sheriff ’s dispatchers at 530666-8282 or leave an anonymous tip at 530668-5248.
No Project Linus meeting in May Project Linus of Yolo County has canceled its May 13 meetingd ue to COVID-19. For information or to donate finished blankets, fabric or yarn, email Diane McGee at dmmyolo@gmail.com.
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RROGANCE: “When a person believes he is better than others and knows more than everyone else.” I guess maybe it would be too much to expect the leader of the Coronavirus Task Force to follow the rules of the Mayo Clinic and actually wear a face mask out of common courtesy to his hosts during his visit to Rochester, Minn. Despite the fact the Mayo Clinic informed him of this strict, noexceptions rule before he showed up, Vice President Pence refused to wear a mask as he toured the hospital. The good folks at Mayo, for years one of the most revered hospitals in the country, even said they would provide Pence with a face mask if he forgot to put one in his back pocket when he left Washington. Of course, if you’ve ever watched the Coronavirus Task Force in action, you know that no one who approaches the golden microphone to address the free world at those press briefings is
wearing a face mask is not especially manly, bank robbers and the Lone Ranger to the contrary. It may also be seen as a sign of weakness. But back to the Minnesota Madness.
wearing a face mask. Not the president, not the vice president, not Dr. Fauci, not Dr. Birx and not the CEO of Walmart. Plus, they all reach out to adjust the microphone with their bare hands, touching the very surface that the previous speaker has breathed upon from close range. They don’t stand 6 feet apart either. It must be a joy to live in such a coronavirus-free world, where the rules the rest of us are supposed to follow are routinely ignored. So much for leading by example. I’m not sure, but I suspect there’s an unwritten code somewhere in the Pence playbook that
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ence’s handlers, you see, had a completely logical explanation for the vice president being the only one on the tour — including doctors, administrators and patients — who refused to wear a mask. Notes the official statement from Pence spokeswoman Katie Miller: “When the face-covering guidelines were developed, it was with the intention to not only protect yourself, but primarily to protect others from asymptomatic spread. Vice President Pence is negative for COVID-19 and is therefore not asymptomatic.” Miller knows this is true because the vice president “is tested regularly.” So when was the vice president last tested? Three days ago? A
week ago? Last month? Just that first time when he and the president both complained about how invasive this test was? Presumably, everyone on the Mayo Clinic tour has also tested negative, but they were all wearing masks anyway. The vice president’s message is clear: if you test negative, you don’t need to wear a mask. Four months ago, of course, every American would have tested negative for COVID-19, but somehow over a million of those same Americans have since tested positive. Apparently, the vice president believes that a negative test or two will keep a person from ever contracting the coronavirus. Which means a cure is at hand. Get tested regularly and you will never again have to worry about this nasty virus. Once again, science rules the day. — Reach Bob Dunning at bdunning@davisenterprise.net.
UCD symposium tackles herd immunity DA: Sheltering in place brings out scammers BY KATHY KEATLEY GARVEY Special to The Enterprise
How soon can we, as a nation, acquire herd immunity or immune protection to COVD-19? “Herd immunity refers to the proportion of a population required for the rate of disease spread to equal zero,” says UC Davis distinguished professor James R. Carey of the department of entomology and nematology. “This occurs at the point when each infected person is infecting only one rather than multiple susceptible persons.” “For example, the potential rate of spread of new cases per infected person is 10 for mumps and three for COVID-19. Therefore, early in a pandemic when few are infected, these diseases can grow by 10-fold and three-fold, respectively. However when 9-of-10 and 2-of-3 persons in each of these populations have either had these diseases or been vaccinated, then the infected person has only one new person in each case to infect so the rate per case is simply replacement. This is the point when the
herd immunity threshold is met.” Carey, who shared his expertise CAREY on scientific mod- Distinguished professor eling and demographics at the UC Davisbased COVID-19 virtual symposium on April 23, updated his presentation April 27 to include herd immunity. His updated presentation, “Actuarial Perspectives on the COVID-19 Pandemic,” is at https:// youtu.be/aid69khJftU. “The true COVID-19 fatality rate is of great importance because it is needed to estimate the number of persons who will die under different mitigation scenarios and along with death statistics how close we are to achieving herd immunity,” says Carey, co-author of the newly published book, “Biodemography: An Introduction to Concepts and Methods.” “With the so-called reproductive rate, R=3 for
COVID-19, and therefore the herd immunity threshold equals two-thirds, this means 220 million out of the 330 million in the U.S. population are required to reach the threshold herd immunity. This is why the fatality rate estimation is so critical. If the fatality rate is only 1 out of 100 or 1 percent, then the 50,000 deaths in the U.S. implies that there are only 100 times more or 5 million who are immune. However, if the fatality rate is 1 out of 1000 or 0.1 percent, a rate suggested by the recent studies in both northern and southern California regarding seroprevalence of antibodies (albeit highly controversial yet), then the 50,000 deaths suggest that 1000 times more are immune or 50 million persons. This is nearly a quarter of the 220 million needed in the U.S. to reach heard immunity.” The virtual symposium, organized and moderated by UC Davis distinguished professor Walter Leal of the department of molecular and cellular biology, is online at https://bit.ly/2VurK3Z.
Woman shot in Yolo; suspect arrested BY LAUREN KEENE Enterprise staff writer The Yolo County Sheriff ’s Office is investigating a shooting that left a woman injured and a suspect arrested following an hourlong standoff early Saturday morning. Sheriff ’s Lt. Ray Jimenez said the woman suffered a gunshot wound to her shoulder in the 12:30 a.m. shooting, which occurred at a residence on County Road 18A in the rural town of Yolo. The suspect, identified as 37-year-old Alberto Perez, reportedly fled in a vehicle toward Esparto. “While deputies were responding to locate the suspect, they received additional reports the suspect was shooting at an
occupied apartment on the 16000 block of County Road 87 in Esparto,” which is the Esperanza Crossing Apartments on the north side of town, Jimenez said. Deputies found Perez at the apartment complex holding a firearm by his side, but were able to negotiate his surrender after about an hour, and no additional injuries were reported, according to Jimenez. Perez was booked into the Yolo County Jail on charges of attempted murder, shooting at an inhabited dwelling, domestic violence, assault with a deadly weapon and terrorists threats, said Jimenez, adding that the shooting victim was in stable condition after receiving treatment on scene and at an area hospital.
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Special to The Enterprise Many individuals have been ordered to shelter in place and work from home due to the COVID19 virus. While this may be an adjustment for some, for others it is an opportunity to prey on those most vulnerable online. Internet scams have been around for years, but with more people at home and online, scammers have been using the pandemic for their own personal gain. A common scam seen online lately is known as “sextortion.” While it most commonly affects preteens and young adults, anybody on the internet can be victimized and should be on the lookout for signs of a scam. With this scam, an email from the “hacker” will explain the victim’s computer has been compromised, that their webcam has been hacked into and has been recording them watching sexual content. The fraudulent email will usually include a password the victims have used in the past, making the threat seem real. The scammer will typically ask for money or threaten to release the recording to all of the victim’s email contacts. It is important to remember that sextortion is illegal. Any person victimized by this type of scam should save all of the original emails and immediately contact local law enforcement or the Yolo County District Attorney’s High-Tech Crimes Unit at 530-666-8180. There also are some preventative measures that can be taken to ensure
safety online: ■ Do not share your passwords with anybody. ■ Do not use easy to guess passwords such as pet names, birthdates or anything that can be easily by reviewing your social media. ■ Do not click on any links in emails. This is a very easy way for your device to be compromised. ■ Teens should be educated on the need to report such threats. It can be a stressful and embarrassing situation for a young teen — talk to your teens about online safety and encourage them to come forward should they receive a suspicious email. ■ Some low-end devices (such as baby monitors or nanny cams) may have one central log on that can be exploited by anyone. Beware of the recording devices you bring into your home. ■ Always assume your webcam or recording devices can be activated remotely. Never have your phone or other electronic camera devices pointed at you while undressing or in a position you would not want to share with the world. ■ You should always use a cover you can slide over your webcam or simply a sticker or piece of tape to cover the webcam when you don’t want it filming. Being cautious, aware and educated about online scams can help prevent falling victim of one. With the increase of time being spent on the internet during the current shelter-inplace order, now is the best time to learn preventative measures and spread awareness about potential scams lurking online.
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Evan Francis Plaisted-Graman July 28, 1982 — Feb. 29, 2020
Evan Francis Plaisted-Graman died the morning of Feb. 29 from a relapse of illness precipitated by the death of his beloved dog Scout. His dog died peacefully at Christmas after a short and unexpected illness. Evan was just beginning to recover from this loss and was planning a trip to his land in the Mother Lode. He was likely overwhelmed by the approach of the pandemic that he was witnessing over the internet. His dogs were the biggest, most constant aspect of his life. He once told a friend that Scout was his “brother from another mother.” Evan lived his entire life here in Yolo County and spent summers in the redwoods by the ocean. He loved the mountains and the sea, and owned two parcels of wilderness land. He graduated from high school in Davis in 2001 and immediately went off to fight the great fires with the Davis Fire Crew that summer. He had a deep awareness of bears. He found a small bear skull while fighting a fire and brought it home but felt compelled to return it. Both of his pieces of land were in bear country and he was awed when he saw
bears in the wild. He made a bear mask as a child, and many years later gave a bear trap as a Christmas gift. Evan worked as a vocational and socialization coach for adults with developmental disabilities. He enjoyed sharing in experiences with them that they would not otherwise have had, and he enjoyed the gratitude of their families. After about 15 years, his job assignment changed and then he was laid off. He decided that he wanted to change careers and he explored occupations related to food. He was making this transition at the time of his death. Evan was briefly married and had no children. He is survived by his sister Sierra and his brother Ariel and his parents Barbara (Dede) Plaisted and George Graman, as well as extended family in Southern California. Please support any organization in Evan’s memory that creates a space where dogs, no matter their circumstance, can live out their lives in peace and without fear. A celebration of Evan’s life will be delayed pending the passage of this still gathering storm. He is missed.
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Briefly On KDRT: Muni finance expert On the latest edition of the KDRT program “Davisville,” host Bill Buchanan talks with municipal finance expert Bob Leland to get his perspective and insights on what the Davis city government is facing from the recession caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Leland, who helped the city create a longrange budget plan a few years ago, lives in Davis and began his career in the 1970s. He sizes up the steep revenue decline facing the city, lists some options, and compares the current downturn with the Great Recession of 12 years ago. The interview touches on subjects other than finance, including the changed habits people are forming as they work from home or avoid public places. “Davisville” is broadcast on KDRT-LP, 95.7 FM Mondays at 5:30 p.m., Wednesdays at 8:30 a.m., and Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. The interview with Leland began airing Monday, will be broadcast through May 10, and is available online anytime at http://kdrt.org/ davisville or on Apple podcasts.
Jobe plans free poetry reading Davis Poet Laureate James Lee Jobe has been offering free poetry readings live online at facebook. com/jamesleejobe. The next one, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 1, will feature the book, “The Miner’s Pale Children,” by the late Poet Laureate Emeritus of The United States, W.S. Merwin. “The Miner’s Pale Children” has been called both prose-poems and poetic prose. “Even the poet said he wasn’t sure which was correct. Either way, these short pieces of writing are beautiful and moving,” Jobe said. Previous readings have featured poetry by Rumi, Kabir, Mirabai, Pos Moua, Yang Jian, Han Shan, Miyazawa Kenji, Ocean Voung, Frederico Garcia Lorca and Pablo Neruda. After each reading is over, a video is created and remains at that same web address. Jobe also maintains a free blog for community members’ poems at yolocountypoems. blogspot.com. Email work to jamesleejobe@ gmail.com — and bear in mind that this site is child-friendly.
No recreational swimming through July 5 Sixth-grade dance canceled BY ANNE TERNUS-BELLAMY Enterprise staff writer Cherished Davis traditions continue to fall victim to the novel coronavirus. Last week the city canceled the annual Fourth of July festivities — including fireworks in Community Park — and Monday brought more bad news for Davis kids, including the cancellation of the traditional sixth-grade graduation party. That annual event drew graduating sixth-graders from all over the city for an evening of music, dance, games and more as they celebrated the end of their elementary school years. The city said Monday that while the party “in its traditional form” is being canceled, “staff is working on an alternative virtual activity to put into place soon.” Another rite-of-passage for Davis students was already canceled last week: Grad Night, the safe and sober all-night party for the city’s high school graduates. Meanwhile, the city on Monday also announced a
number of other cancellations and closures due to COVID-19 and the countywide shelter in place aimed at slowing its spread. There will be no recreational swimming in city pools at least through July 5 and other city recreational facilities, including sports courts and playgrounds will remain closed until further notice as well. All spring Parks and Recreation programs, events and facility reservations are cancelled through June 14 and the following changes to future programs were announced: ■ All new summer program registration was suspended Monday. Interested participants may place themselves on a waiting list for specific activities or programs, however no new registration will be accepted. ■ All general recreation classes and adaptive recreation programs, youth and adult sports, and fitness classes are canceled through June 14. ■ All gymnastics and dance programs located at the Second Street gymnasium are canceled until further notice. ■ Activities and classes held at the Davis Senior Center are canceled
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Kids make a splash at Arroyo Pool in 2012. Swimmers will need to postpone their fun at city pools through at least July 5. through June 14. Meals on Wheels will continue to be delivered. ■ All spring aquatic lessons, training classes and pool rentals are canceled through June 14. ■ Recreational swim has
been suspended through July 5 and a decision on the remainder of the summer will be determined by the city mid-May. ■ Facility rentals (parks, picnic, court and facilities) will remain suspended
until further notice. City staff will continue to assess future programming in accordance with recommendations from the Yolo County public health officer and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Programming updates will be released as soon as they become available. Additionally, the city will be issuing automatic refunds for canceled activities. Anyone who needs to cancel a program registration or reservation beyond the dates listed above should email registration@ cityofdavis.org and provide the relevant information, including participant name, program name and date or reservation date and location. Registration staff will also be available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for assistance, but all cancellations must be processed in writing. Contact the Parks & Community Services Department by phone at 530-757-5626 or via email at csweb@ cityofdavis.org. — Reach Anne TernusBellamy at aternus@ davisenterprise.net. Follow her on Twitter at @ATernusBellamy.
Former mayors urge council to void solar plan BY ANNE TERNUS-BELLAMY Enterprise staff writer Five former Davis mayors are asking the current City Council to void the lease option agreement it approved for a commercial solar farm on city property. Former mayors Robb Davis, Joe Krovoza, Ann Evans, Mike Corbett and Bill Kopper made the request in a letter to the editor submitted to The Enterprise over the weekend. The former city leaders have now joined dozens of city residents and members of city commissions who have already weighed in opposing the deal with BrightNight in recent weeks. Much of the criticism has focused on the process by which BrightNight obtained the lease option for 235 acres of land near the city’s wastewater treatment facility on County
Road 28H. BrightNight approached the city about leasing the land for a commercial solar farm and solar-energy testing facility last year, and during a closed session in February, the council authorized the city manager to move ahead with a preliminary agreement for the lease option. The council subsequently voted 4-1 in March in favor of the plan. Councilman Lucas Frerichs voted against the agreement, citing several issues, including the absence of a request for proposals for use of that site as well as the lack of input from city commissions. Since that vote, members of the public and city commissions have repeatedly urged the council to reconsider. However, the council has indicated no willingness to do so, with Mayor Brett Lee and City Councilman Dan
Carson penning an op-ed over the weekend explaining their support for the agreement. Now the five former mayors have weighed in, urging the council to void the agreement. “The City Council made several serious errors in approving the lease option,” the mayors’ letter to the editor states. Those errors, they said, include the failure to issue an RFP in order to obtain the best offer for a solarelectric facility on that property. “Such RFPs should be standard procedure for local government agencies,” the mayors wrote. Additionally, their letter states, “the city also failed to ensure that any power generated by the solar project would first be sold to Valley Clean Energy Agency (VCEA), which provides electric power to Davis citizens.
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Muslim DEIN cancels iftar Muslim DEIN announced this week that the Community Iftar set for April 29 will be canceled due to COVID-19 outbreak and need for social distancing. A spokeswoman said the group may try to do a community event either later in the year or definitely by next year at Ramadan. “Muslim DEIN truly will miss seeing you all and we pray for everyone’s health and safety,” a news release said. Muslim DEIN (Davis Engagement and Interfaith Network) is an organization in Davis composed of people who engage with the community to improve understanding of Muslims and promote an inclusive community.
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“Indeed, the potential for electricity generation at the site and subsequent purchase by VCEA was never brought before the VCEA board for discussion,” the mayors wrote. “This despite the fact that Davis is a founding member of VCEA. Instead, the electric power will go into the grid.” The council also “made the decision in a hurry, without a full public hearing and input from the city’s Utilities Commission,” the mayors wrote. They also called the lease option agreement with BrightNight “a particularly bad deal for the city.” Under the terms of the agreement, the city would receive about $5,000 per year during the next five years while BrightNight secures entitlements for the solar facility and once the ground lease is executed
and the facility built, the city would earn up to $80,000 annually for 49 years. That lease, the mayors wrote, is based on agricultural land lease rates of about $350 per acre. However, they said, “BrightNight’s proposed land use... is for solar collectors. Typical solar project lease rates are $1,000 per acre.” Additionally, the said, “most solar project leases are for 25 years, not 49 years.” “The City Council needs to void the lease option and start over,” Robb, Krovoza, Evans, Corbett and Kopper wrote. “This time there should be input from Davis citizens about the use of the 235 acres, and if a decision is made to proceed with a solar project, there should be a request for proposals.
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alifornians have shown with great clarity during the coronavirus pandemic that if they’re convinced something needs to be done, they’ll cheerfully do it even when it’s uncomfortable and terribly expensive. So when Gov. Gavin Newsom in a mid-March first-in-thenation move ordered most of this huge state’s citizenry to stay home in a quasi-quarantine condition in hopes of limiting the spread of the virus, they complied, with few exceptions. But now, with far less ambient panic in California’s air, there are cracks in that united front. Demonstrators in places as diverse as San Diego, Newport Beach and Sacramento have turned out in respectable numbers demanding an end to the lockdown. It’s true, some of those demonstrations are orchestrated by ultra-conservative national organizations. Many protesters ardently back President Trump, who calls for a gradual “opening up” of America. They demand restoration of all rights to freedom of movement and association, never mind social distancing. Some of
the demonstrators had been seen on the state Capitol steps before, protesting last year’s new laws making it a bit tougher to get children exempted from vaccination requirements. The month of March saw nothing like that after Newsom issued his first order. This was partly because the governor was open about estimates of the potential extent of viral spread, contagion and fatalities. But Newsom, who gets high poll marks for most of his conduct this spring, now must contend with two things he helped create: One is the fact staying home meant California has seen far less contagion and death than predicted. This lessens the panic that first gave him free rein. The other is that as the crisis
persisted and one emergency executive order followed another, often in fields only peripherally related to the virus, Newsom gradually lost the aura of transparency that created the early unity. Usually, when important new laws are passed in California, they follow a series of public hearings and much discussion. Not so with Newsom’s sudden edicts on everything from blocking evictions for non-payment of rent to freeing felons from jails and prisons early to prevent their becoming infected when those same felons didn’t previously worry about protecting anyone else.
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here were also orders to rent or buy hotels for housing thousands of the homeless and other decrees authorizing suspension by the courts of virtually all bail requirements for the duration. Most of these moves lacked the detailed explanation that went into the original stay-home order. Newsom has also been closed about how he’s spent much of the 7 billion state tax dollars
consumed so far in the crisis, especially about his contract to buy almost $1 billion worth of personal protective equipment, including millions of face masks, from a Chinese company previously blacklisted by some federal transit agencies. It turns out no one knows when this stuff will show up, or many conditions of the huge deal. But we do know the state was gouged. It’s all been justified — with a warranted shot at President Trump — by the fact that the federal government has not unified national purchases or production of masks, face shields, gowns and rubber gloves, thus creating ferocious competition between states and hospital systems for vital equipment. That encouraged price gouging that’s illegal in most crises. There’s also the question of where Newsom and other governors get the authority to issue myriad fiats and decrees without so much as the right for anyone to petition the government for redress. The Constitution gives governors, presidents and mayors vast leeway to protect public
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contributions — he and other politicians been getting have made them favor socialism, at least for those who support them. Howard Zochlinski Davis
Grades I was a junior high science teacher and always considered grades to be a faulty measurement of accomplishment (I pushed many years for an achievement scale that eliminated letter grades). I taught in a Title 1 schools for my entire career. Student achievement was more a measure in progress at becoming good citizens rather than if they had great letter grades. Those grades proved nothing towards a goal for them and often did more to discourage than encourage. I was directed by administration to influence my students to think of college as their ultimate goal when realistically getting through daily life in their neighborhood was their greatest challenge. It makes sense in a college town, pressure from some parents would be toward giving grades rather than P/NP records because grades represent “academic” success. For me, having my students show up in class every day was success. Every grading period, I struggled with many of my students failing my class academically but I wanted grading to represent what they had achieved in becoming better citizens. I assume not many of the students I taught over the years at Rancho Medanos made it to college or graduated from high school with a 4++ grade point average. I feel what I did gave them was a step towards their being good citizens rather than a letter grade on a report card. Some Davis parents feel grades are essential to measure success and lead to greater things, I feel that grades simply show little towards our students becoming better citizens. And with today’s challenges, we need more than letter grades to encourage our students. John Clark Davis
Eroding democracy I am a Davis resident of 31 years. We specifically moved to Davis to raise our family for many of its exemplary values which included honesty and integrity as guiding principles for civic health. What has been evident in recent Davis City Council political dealings, (BrightNight Solar project), is both disturbing and wrong. When a trusted and established process of transparency is allowed to be hauled off into some backroom, then our democracy, is being stolen both at a national and local level. The Davis City Council majority apparently seems to be testing the waters if they
health and safety in emergencies, as when then-Gov. Pete Wilson paid contractors large bonuses for completing bridge rebuilds ahead of schedule after the 1994 Northridge earthquake. But all previous emergencies were finite, with known needed corrective measures (as with evacuations in the face of wildfires) or definite time frames. There are no timelines here, Newsom and other governors telling their constituents they can’t know how long current orders will be enforced because as yet there is no vaccine for the coronavirus. The bottom line: While the governor was open about what he did, he enjoyed near-unanimous support. He needs to get back on the transparency track, or California will see more and more cracks in its harmony. — Email Thomas Elias at tdelias@aol.com. His book, “The Burzynski Breakthrough, The Most Promising Cancer Treatment and the Government’s Campaign to Squelch It” is now available in a softcover fourth edition. For more Elias columns, visit www.californiafocus.net
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can begin to operate like those in Washington. What we are seeing is a blatant erosion of vital transparency, while deliberately shutting down public engagements that are needed for understanding any project’s scope, and complexities. When the public’s democratic process for true discourse is hijacked, as it was in the BrightNight Solar dealings, we are then complacent by allowing our voices to no longer be part of this democratic experiment. I refer you to two significant writings, in this newspaper, one from an op-ed piece by Lorenzo Kristov and the other a letter from Elizabeth Lasensky. Both depict the wrongful and shameful process which the City Council sanctioned. Such signs of disregard of the public trust must be identified and appropriately challenged. I concur that the City Council should repeal its March 24 decision and allow a new and transparent process to be exercised. Thank you! P. Gregory Guss Davis
risk. However, we are proud of our court’s innovations and we wish to give credit where credit is due. Yolo County courts are at the forefront in complying with the sixth amendment’s guarantee to the accused of a public trial. Given the present orders for physical distancing, the courts are providing accessibility to court proceedings by broadcasting them in real time via YouTube. This allows for a public audience, including family and loved ones of the victims and the accused, who cannot be at the court in person. Anyone can access the streaming proceedings by searching YouTube. We thank the Yolo County Courts for protecting the rights of the accused to public hearings, and for ensuring the public’s continued rights to transparency and accountability with respect to these proceedings during the current pandemic. Nora Oldwin on behalf of Yolo People Power and the Yolo chapter of the ACLU
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I understand Mitch McConnell, Republican and Senate majority leader, has opposed giving any states or cities federal money, insisting they should apply for bankruptcy instead. Funny, I don’t recall him, or other politicians, insisting banks or other large corporations apply for bankruptcy in 2008, or any other time for that matter. When I studied economics, I remember the idea of corporations was to spread risk, and bankruptcy was an additional protection of sorts. Ideas of incorporation, stocks and “free market capitalism” would demand that these industries apply for bankruptcy; while the idea of a federal government was that citizens pay taxes into the government and expect services in return, especially in times of stress (war, natural disaster, epidemic etc). Perhaps all the bribes — sorry, let me use the politically correct term, campaign
All hysterics aside, it’s time to open some small businesses in Davis. There is no reason that certain businesses like Cable Car Wash, jewelry stores, haircuts, shoe repairs and other small businesses that can limit customers and maintain social distance standards shouldn’t open. If we do not start these openings our downtown will look like a ghost town in short order. Arek Firman Davis
Kudos to Yolo County courts As vocal members of the public, we have demanded transparency and accountability of local governmental entities. We have been critical of the lack of both in our criminal justice system. We know that in times of fear, constitutional rights are at
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In the spirit of “we’re all in this together” I want to appeal to the parents, grandparents, educators, local school boards and State and Federal Superintendents of Schools. I’m a former teacher, parent and grandparent and I’ve been watching my grandchildren struggling to cope with the pandemic that is COVID-19. If my grandchildren, ages 15, 16 and 19, are having a hard time trying to figure out how this will affect their grades, college entrance (SATs have been canceled), their future, friendships, etc., imagine how 2020 graduates feel — no sixth-grade, eighth-grade or senior trips, senior balls, walking at graduation, etc. Look at the confusion and fear this has caused in all children, especially the young ones, those with learning disabilities, and students in alternative education situations. We, as adults, can not comfort or assure our children because we, ourselves are full of uncertainty. All of us are in crisis, but none more so than today’s students. Even in this age of computers and telecommunications, not all homes have access to computers to do assignments given to students. If cell phones are the only things available, imagine having to write a paper or report on a cell phone keyboard. Even if all school age children are given computers by their prospective school districts, their state or by the federal government, children should not be required to complete assignments for grades. All children of our country deserve to be on even and equal footing where their grades are concerned. We can do something about this. If everyone who reads this, and agrees, will pass this on and request that federal, state officials and local school boards mandate that ALL students be given the grades they earned, in all their subjects, as of the day their schools were shut down and all A’s for the final quarter that they will not be allowed to return to school. Enrichment lessons can be given to students, but to emphasize the importance of always learning and not on grades. This way we can give America’s children peace of mind at least as far as their schooling is concerned. Kathryn Flowers Folsom
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House of Representatives Rep. John Garamendi (3rd District), 2368 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C., 20515; 202-225-1880. District office: 412 G St., Davis, CA 95616; 530-753-5301; email: visit https://garamendi.house.gov/contact-me
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Newsom weighs reopening timetable TOLL: Bright spots among the gloom
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and start reopening in the next few weeks. Businesses are worried about the potential for being sued over new conditions imposed by the pandemic — everything from labor laws that didn’t anticipate work-at-home employment, to liability if workers get sick on the job. They’ve asked Newsom to issue an executive order easing some labor laws and shielding them from some categories of litigation.
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Restless Californians are letting Gov. Gavin Newsom know they’re over his statewide order to stay home to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. At noisy street demonstrations and in polite letters from government officials, they’re saying: Let us start getting back to normal. Other local leaders — still concerned about the potential for the virus to sicken or kill many more people — are urging the opposite, and Newsom said he’s heard from plenty of them, too: “The vast majority of calls are to caution us from taking the parachute off before we land.” The dueling messages reflect the tug-of-war the governor likely will have to navigate for many months to come, as California gradually reopens society amid a pandemic that has killed nearly 48,000 Americans, upended every aspect of normal life and left more than 3 million Californians unemployed. Newsom will face competing pressures from government officials below and above him — U.S. Attorney General William Barr has said the federal government may join lawsuits against states with stringent stay-at-home orders — as well as business leaders, health experts and voters. Those pressures, combined with the pandemic’s deadly threat, mean the governor will have to make a series of decisions far more difficult than the one he made March 19 when he issued a statewide order to stay home. “That decision was a difficult one, but once it was made the actions were pretty clear: stay inside as much as you can … and prepare the hospitals,” said Jeffrey Martin, an epidemiologist at UC San Francisco. “Now, on trying to get back to normal, you don’t have to act quickly, you have time to make a thoughtful decision, but the decision is harder. How much relaxation should you do? … How much can we go back to and how do we know when we’re ready? And how will we know when we’re not doing well at it?” Newsom has repeatedly said that reopening will be more like adjusting a dimmer than flipping a light switch, and that he’ll be guided not by a target date, but by progress on six mea-
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Gov. Gavin Newsom is getting plenty of advice from all quarters on where and how to reopen California’s economy and society. surements, including the availability of tests to detect the virus and the ability for schools and businesses to assure greater distance between people. “There is no such thing as reopening back to normal,” he said. “It’s normal with caveats, it’s reopening with conditions.” Legislators and local officials from rural parts of the state are pushing the idea that reopening decisions should be made independently for each region. In a letter to Newsom, officials from the Central Coast have said businesses in their communities should be allowed to reopen because they have few infections and plenty of capacity at their hospitals. The Republican leader of the state Senate also asked Newsom to give cities and counties more authority to decide which businesses may reopen, an idea echoed by a GOP lawmaker from California’s remote far north.
Big picture Newsom signaled willingness to take a regional approach to reopening, but stopped short of announcing a plan to do it that way, as New York has already done. “This is not a Republican virus or a Democratic virus. It’s not a rural virus or an urban virus,” said Newsom, a Democrat. “This knows no geography. It’s impacting every part of the state of California, not just large coastal cities.” The health and economic impacts of the virus are weighing heavily on Californians, a recent poll shows, with 78% of adults worried that they or their family will get sick, and three-quarters of adults worried the pandemic will be bad for their personal finances.
“You’ve got this tension around what are people more worried about when they are very worried about both things,” said Mark Baldassare, president of the Public Policy Institute of California, which did the poll. “That’s a challenge for leadership right now.” Newsom put together a large council to advise him on the state’s economic recovery. It includes leaders from business and labor, as well as all four living former California governors — Republicans Arnold Schwarzenegger and Pete Wilson, and Democrats Jerry Brown and Gray Davis. “People’s urge to return to work is both normal and a blessing,” Davis said in an interview. “And instead of resisting that, we’ve got to find ways that people can return to work safely, fairly, without leaving anyone behind.” But California’s not there yet, he said, adding that the state can’t contemplate a large-scale return of the workforce until a lot more people are being tested for the virus, and schools reopen. “So now you’re looking at August,” he said. “We have to do an awful lot of work between now and August.” Davis said that timeline is his own opinion, not an official recommendation by the task force, but it likely will be unsatisfactory to many businesses that have been shuttered by the pandemic and are eager to start serving customers. “We need to get people back in their jobs,” said Rob Lapsley, president of the California Business Roundtable, an association of the state’s largest corporations. “There needs to be best practices formulated from this group right now,” he said of the governor’s new council, so businesses can adjust to new guidelines
Testing But in order to reopen, health experts say, the state needs to drastically ramp up the number of people that can be tested for infection and develop a massive new protocol of contact tracing. Both efforts are under way but remain far from the scale envisioned. Newsom said he is working toward a goal of testing about four times as many people as are now being tested — and has announced plans to develop a new “army” of workers who can trace the contacts sick people made before they were diagnosed. Until then, health experts and health care workers say, Newsom shouldn’t make any drastic changes. “We’re not comfortable about reopening,” said Stephanie Roberson, a lobbyist for the California Nurses Association. “We think it’s a little premature because the testing isn’t there.” She pointed out that more than 4,100 California health care workers have been infected with COVID19. Though the number of hospital patients with the illness has begun to plateau in the state, the number of people who died from the disease in a 24-hour period was larger Thursday than on any day since the pandemic began. The life-and-death consequences should be Newsom’s guiding force, said Martin, the epidemiologist. “You can resurrect an economy. You can’t resurrect dead bodies,” he said. “This is the defining moment of leadership, making difficult decisions in the face of criticism.” — CalMatters.org is a nonprofit, nonpartisan media venture explaining California policies and politics.
From Page A1 Speaking to the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday morning, the county’s public health director, Brian Vaughn, had some good news to share. First, he said, outside of the Stollwood outbreak, the number of new confirmed cases in Yolo County continues to be low among the general community. “This is now strong, confirmed evidence that our stay-at-home orders worked,” Vaughn said. “What I want to caution people with is we’re not out of the woods yet... now is not the time to be complacent.” A second piece of positive news: Monday, said Vaughn, “was our first day in a couple of months where we had zero confirmed cases in the hospital and actually zero suspected cases.” “Again, this may be a blip or a sign of an ongoing trend,” he said. “We certainly want to see where the next week or so goes, but further evidence that the strategies we have taken worked and we just need to continue to be vigilant with them.” As of Tuesday, 162 county residents have tested positive and 16 county residents have died, including the 11 Stollwood patients. A total of 1,928 residents have been tested for the novel coronavirus. Of the 16 deaths thus far, seven were individuals over the age of 85;
eight were between the ages of 65 and 84; and one person was between the ages of 55 and 64. The city of Woodland — home to St. John’s — accounts for half of all confirmed cases in the county with 81 as of Tuesday. The city of Davis has 19 cases; West Sacramento has 51; and the combined Winters/unincorporated area has 11. Meanwhile, at St. John’s, there has been an outpouring of community support during the COVID-19 outbreak there. Beloud told the community on Tuesday that support has included the Sunrise Rotary Club donating and delivering lunch to the staff; the McDonald’s on West Court Street donating 100 meals two weeks in a row and American Medical Response supervisors mowing the lawns on the entire campus. “Other gestures include 10 iPads donated by Jim Odusola from Advanced Healthcare Solutions for residents to Zoom with their loved ones; 18 face shields donated from Brent Wright from Superior Farms; residents serenaded from afar by Home Church of Woodland; cards delivered to staff from Georgia, Nevada, Oregon and other parts of the country, and more,” said Beloud. “These gestures are worth gold to our residents and staff.”
WOLK: Warm welcome From Page A1 Samuel McAdam said. “Dan has already proven himself to be a committed public servant and throughout his career has demonstrated the necessary temperament and smarts to be a great judge.” McAdam noted that Wolk will be assigned to Department 9, one of the court’s two civil departments, “and with his background, we know he will hit the ground running.” “He really knows the people of our community and how government works, and that will help him as he faces important decisions as a judge,” McAdam added. “We are
all confident he will be a terrific judge.” Judge David Rosenberg, himself a former Davis mayor and Yolo County supervisor prior to his appointment to the Yolo bench in 2003, said Wolk “has a unique combination of skills in government service and in elected office that will serve him well as a judge of the Superior Court. And of course, I’m partial to the savvy and temperament of former mayors.” Wolk will earn an annual salary of $214,601. He lives in Davis with his wife, Jamima, and their daughters Avery and Layla.
ACADEMY: May honored for leadership, STEM education From Page A1 songwriter and activist; Yasmine Belkaid, immunologist; Edgar Heap of Birds, Native American scholar and artist; Eric H. Holder Jr., lawyer and former U.S. attorney general; Clark S. Larsen, anthropologist of human health; and Claudia Rankine, poet and playwright. Chancellor May joins 27 other academy members with current UC Davis affiliation, including emeriti. John Adams and John Hancock were among the founders of the academy in 1780, in the belief the fledgling republic of the United States should honor exceptionally accomplished individuals and engage them in advancing the public good. Indeed, the newest members will have an opportunity to help shape the future by contributing to the academy’s projects and publications focused on the arts and humanities, democracy and justice, education, global affairs and science. “When academy members come together, bringing their expertise and insights
to our work, they help develop new insights and potential solutions for some of the most complex challenges we face,” Nancy C. Andrews, chair of the academy’s board of directors, said in a news release. May became UC Davis’ seventh chancellor on Aug. 1, 2017, after having served as the dean of the College of Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology since 2011. In a 26-year career at Georgia Tech, he was a member of the faculty of the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering and served as the school chair from 2005 to 2011. He was the executive assistant to the Georgia Tech president, G. Wayne Clough, from 2002 to 2005.
In October 2018, May was inducted into the National Academy of Engineering — one of the highest honors in the field — for his innovations in educational programs for underrepresented groups in engineering and his contributions to semiconductor manufacturing research. He is a fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. He has been honored several times for his mentorship, including in 2015 when Barack Obama bestowed upon him a Presidential Award for Excellence in STEM Mentoring. A prominent voice in
higher education, May is vice chair of the Council of Presidents of the Universities Research Association and a member of the executive committee of the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities board of directors, as well as a former advisor for the National Society of Black Engineers. He is a commissioner of the Council on Competitiveness, a national organization dedicated to growing America’s economy, fostering innovation and increasing productivity through public-private partnerships. May’s major initiatives at UC Davis include such a public-private partnership: Aggie Square, an innovation center to be
built on the university’s Sacramento campus. Led by UC Davis and the city of Sacramento, the project is partnering with industry to spur economic growth and help create jobs at a variety of education levels. UC Davis has engaged a twocompany team to design, finance, own and manage the first phase of Aggie Square. The design part of the job is underway. The Association of University Research Parks presented its Leadership Award to May and Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg in November 2019, for the unique partnership in Aggie Square. — UC Davis Dateline
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RECOVERY: State ban still takes precedence over local regulations From Page A1 order and those are among the activities that may be allowed here beginning next month, including curb-side retail business and drive-in church services. And on Friday, the county’s health order was amended to allow a variety of outdoor activities, including golfing, hunting, boating and fishing — all of which were previously permitted by the state. But Blacklock reminded supervisors on Tuesday that even as county residents come forward requesting further loosening of the health order, to allow everything from Little League baseball to outdoor wine tasting, “they may not be allowed under the governor’s health order.” And there won’t be anything the county can do about that until the governor makes changes. Then again, there does not appear to be a strong sentiment among a majority of the board to move in that direction anyway. Among the requests supervisors heard from constituents during Tuesday’s Zoom board meeting were: ■ A request by Greg Broderick, associate minister of Grace Valley Christian Center in Davis to ensure religious services can be conducted in a manner that ensures physical distancing; ■ A request by Phil Ogilvie on
behalf of wineries in the county to be able to host outdoor wine tasting and other activities that could easily accommodate physical distancing, including with staggered reservations and sales by the bottle; and ■ A request by Winters Mayor Pro Tem Wade Cowan to allow small businesses to open up with proper distancing precautions like allowing only one or two people inside at a time and wearing masks. Said Cowan: “It can’t possibly be any more harmful than the lines at grocery stores or Costco.” Cowan also wants to see the PG&E training facility in Winters re-opened because “they are a major driver for our community.” Supervisors had somewhat mixed views of those requests. “My sense is that we have been able to slow the infection, to flatten the curve in Yolo County, by taking the actions that we’ve taken,” said Supervisor Don Saylor of Davis, “and by having a really strong adherence overall to this shelter-in-place order. “I know that there’s a lot of people who are suffering as a result of this,” he added. “I’ve had conversations with small businesses who are really struggling, people who … are really experiencing pain and anguish as they look at their livelihoods and the business that they’ve created,
(and) people who have experienced loss of employment and all the personal sacrifices that everyone is making. “And I know that we want to get back to some kind of semblance of normalcy,” Saylor said. “I appreciate all that. “The issue we’ve got to deal with is balancing those concerns with the risk of really exploding an outbreak into a whole lot of other infections.” His Davis colleague on the board, Supervisor Jim Provenza, agreed. “I think it is really important that we go slowly in bringing back activities,” Provenza said. “One of the reasons for that is if we brought everything back and then … we see an uptick in cases … an uptick in deaths, we wouldn’t necessarily know why. So as we bring things back, we start with the low-hanging fruit, with the least risk and then we analyze closely to see what the impact is.” He also noted the return of golfing, and how that was made possible because golf course owners formulated a plan that would apply across the board to all golf courses in the county. “And some of the restrictions the golf courses proposed were stricter than the ones the county was contemplating because the people in this business aren’t
interested in seeing the virus spread, aren’t interested in seeing any of their members or customers get the COVID virus, they were just interested in doing it right,” said Provenza. “I’m suggesting we work carefully with … a business or a nonprofit or whatever the activity is… to make sure the guidelines make sense. Nobody knows a business better than the people running it and in my experience they’re interested in doing things right.” At the same time, he said, county staff is limited “and our priority has to be preventing another outbreak at nursing homes, making sure we deal with the existing outbreak that we face. So to a certain extent, people have to be patient with the health officer, with our county staff. Not only are we going slowly to make sure we’re doing it right… but we also have limited staff resources.” Supervisor Gary Sandy of Woodland said he largely agreed, but also wanted more movement towards re-opening. “I think there’s a lot of lowhanging fruit out there, such as drive-up businesses, curbside businesses… Can we help restaurants begin thinking about reopening? Can we start those discussions now? Can we explore options? I’m hoping our answer is yes, that we begin to move
forward … and make sure that we’re characterized by action and not inaction,” said Sandy. “Yes, we want to be prudent, we want to be slow and we want to be gradual. We want to be able to track what occurs. In the case of another outbreak, we want to be on that quickly,” said Sandy. “I’m simply saying where there are opportunities to ease the community’s suffering, that we give staff permission,” he said. “One of my concerns is that we have such a restrictive environment that people just start blatantly disobeying the rules.” Tuesday’s input from county supervisors will provide guidance going forward, but the county’s health officer, Dr. Ron Chapman, will have final say on what activities are and aren’t allowed, and as he has said, he cannot allow more than the state health order allows. Nonetheless, Chapman is expected to update the existing health order by Friday — when the current shelter in place is scheduled to expire. The updated order will likely extend the shelter in place but allow some low-risk activities, including possibly curbside retail sales and drive-in church services, as well as expanded child care services. — Reach Anne TernusBellamy at aternus@davisenter prise.net. Follow her on Twitter at @ATernusBellamy.
VIRTUAL: Remote visits open up new set of opportunities From Page A1 especially important during the pandemic, allowing doctors to keep tabs on fragile patients, especially those with chronic conditions who are most vulnerable to falling ill from the coronavirus.
Now a necessity Health systems that serve rural and inner-city areas already were investing in telehealth infrastructure to try to bridge the doctor shortage gap. Riverside County in the Inland Empire has only half the physicians it needs, for instance, so telehealth was one way to provide medical care in far-flung corners of the county. Riverside University Health System, the county’s public health network, had offered limited primary care telehealth for patients facing transportation, childcare and work schedule problems. But telehealth mostly was used by behavioral health teams and those caring for incarcerated patients. That’s changed. In the past week, the system’s medical center and 13 community health centers have handled 5,600 virtual visits by phone or video, accounting for two-thirds of all patient visits. “This challenging situation right now has shown how telehealth can help us provide the right care in the right setting at the right time for people,” said Dr. Geoffrey Leung, chair of the family medicine department and ambulatory medical director at Riverside University Health System. He called
the ingenuity behind telehealth “one of those silver linings during this difficult time for all of us.” While Kaiser Permanente has had a telehealth program in place for years, under pandemic restrictions about 80% of the system’s appointments nationally are for video or phone calls. “In the past, a lot of what we thought of in respect to telehealth was offering our patients choice and convenience,” said Dr. Edward Lee, the physician leader for telehealth at Kaiser Permanente. “Nowadays, because of COVID-19 and the shelter-in-place order, a lot of patients are seeing this as a necessity.” Similarly, at UC San Diego Health, about half of all outpatient visits in recent weeks were through video, said Dr. Christopher Longhurst, chief information officer for the health system. Prior to the coronavirus outbreak, UCSD Health already had a wellestablished telehealth system in place, but still only about 1% of their outpatient visits were handled virtually. “We did more video visits in the first three days of rolling it out broadly (during pandemic) than we had done in the previous three years,” Longhurst said. Not all providers, however, were as experienced in the world of telehealth as Kaiser or the UC medical centers. Many didn’t have the infrastructure set up, administrators said, and others didn’t get reimbursed for telehealth visits prior to the pandemic. In underserved communities, some health clinics were
not allowed to charge Medi-Cal for telehealth appointments until the requirement was waived because of the coronavirus. AltaMed, a health center with sites in Los Angeles and Orange counties, began video and telephone visits on March 16, just days before the state issued its stay-at-home order. AltaMed had to spread the word quickly to let patients know they could keep their appointments, they would just look different. Dr. Efrain Talamantes, medical director for the AltaMed’s Institute for Health Equity, said that for patients who didn’t have this option in the past, telehealth is a big deal. “It’s allowed us to care for people in their own homes, so they can stay safe, they don’t have to take time away from their family or work and we can still make sure they have the care and medication they need,” Talamantes said. A California law starting next year ensures at least some telehealth appointments will continue to be reimbursed at the same rate as in-person visits after the pandemic. Talamantes doesn’t yet know the impact on his clinic, he said, but thinks the coronavirus shows how useful remote services can be in communities with strapped resources and high poverty. Still, it doesn’t work for every type of visit — you can’t really do a physical exam over the phone, you can’t feel a bump or administer vaccines. Henderson, of UC Davis, who described
“We didn’t want them to come in, we wanted to figure out what they looked like and if they had symptoms,” Henderson said.
Keeping afloat Even with the new payment rules for telehealth, medical visits are down across California. Health centers and private practices are struggling to stay open; for them, a drop in appointments means a drop in revenue. The California Primary Care Association, which oversees nearly 1,400 health centers in the state, has said that clinics are losing about $90 million a week collectively during the pandemic.
himself as a telehealth skeptic before the coronavirus, has been pleasantly surprised by how much can be done via video, such as examining a skin rash or a healing wound and assessing breathing or the color of a patient’s skin. “I believe strongly in the power of putting your hands on a patient, the connection you form with patients when you lay your hands on them, that to me is something very fundamental and sacred in some ways,” he said. “But that doesn’t mean there isn’t a bigger role for telehealth.” Being able to see the patient via video makes a huge difference, he said. “It’s a whole new world when you can see them and they can see you.
There are nonverbal clues that are visible and you can use to make a connection,” he said. “The video visit adds life to it.” Telehealth also helps to screen patients for the coronavirus. UC Davis Health expanded its telehealth capacity as a way to check in with those who might be infected, Henderson said. Medical providers across California have been screening patients suspected of possible COVID19 infection using video and the phone and, if they meet testing criteria, directing patients to urgent care centers, emergency rooms or testing facilities such as the temporary tents set up in some clinic parking lots.
Dr. Sumana Reddy runs Acacia Family Medical Group, a private practice with offices in Salinas and Prunedale in Monterey County. She said she’s scrambling to apply for every option to keep her business afloat, from loans for small businesses to advances from insurance providers. “We’re working really hard to do what’s right by our patients and community and yet of course the irony is that it can lead to cash flow challenges,” Reddy said. “We were struggling to meet our payroll this last time.” Full payment for telehealth patient care is a big help, she said. “Without that I’m not sure what we would do,” Reddy said. — CalMatters.org is a nonprofit, nonpartisan media venture explaining California policies and politics.
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A 53-year-old T-shirt commemorating the 1967 Oregon State season, when they topped Nos. 1 and 2 USC and Purdue.
Witnessing David knock off Goliath W ith the fate of college football in the fall still uncertain, I find myself looking back to all the thrills the sport has brought me over so many years. Although a lot of folks today know of O.J. Simpson only as some sort of former football player who was charged with (then acquitted of ) a double murder, those of us who were around during O.J.’s days at USC remember him as one of the most electrifying running backs in college football history. When Simpson was finally released several years ago from a remote prison on the high desert of Northern Nevada for a crime unrelated to the double-murder charge, a flood of memories rushed my way. Although I was able to watch most of Simpson’s collegiate games on television, I saw him play in person only once, in Corvallis, against my beloved Oregon State Beavers. A native of San Francisco, Simpson played first at San Francisco City College and had already been tagged for greatness when he accepted a scholarship to USC prior to the 1967 season. Beyond his football prowess, Simpson became a charismatic and beloved national figure. It seemed as if there wasn’t anybody who didn’t like O.J. Simpson, except maybe the most ardent fans of Notre Dame or UCLA.
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n 1967 Simpson gained 1,543 yards rushing and scored 13 touchdowns, even though the regular season featured only 10 games instead of today’s 12. The next year he won the Heisman Trophy. The Trojans opened the 1967 season ranked seventh in the nation, but consecutive wins over Texas, Michigan State, Stanford and Notre Dame moved them into the No. 1 spot with an 8-0 record. Only Oregon State and crosstown rival UCLA stood between them and
an undefeated regular season. As the game in Corvallis approached, I got a phone call from my childhood friend Jimmy Hagan, whose family had once lived just a couple of houses down from our home on Oak Avenue.
Jimmy was a student at Oregon State — I was a UC Davis undergrad — and he told me he was part of the student radio station that covered all Oregon State home games. Would I like to come up and watch the USC game with him in the radio booth, in the press box? Not actually broadcast the game, mind you, but just sit there and watch the action unfold on the field below.
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t was an offer, and a dream, I couldn’t pass up. Even though Oregon State was a heavy underdog to the top-ranked Trojans, the Beavers weren’t exactly doormats either. They entered the game with a 5-2-1 mark, having earlier upset then-No. 2 Purdue, 22-14, and tied then-No. 2 UCLA, 16-16. There was no overtime in those days. As Jimmy and I walked to the game from his Corvallis apartment, we came upon the USC team bus just as it arrived outside Parker Stadium. We stopped momentarily, hoping to catch a glimpse of O.J. Simpson. We were not disappointed. The Trojans, all dressed in coats and ties, looked big and strong and extremely confident. Surely, the Beavers were in way over their heads on this day. The Sporting News later ranked the 1967 USC team as the ninth best in the
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It wasn’t what former UC Davis quarterback Jake Maier had in mind last Saturday. Sitting through the seven rounds of last weekend’s NFL Draft from his La Habra home, the Aggies’ all-time leading passer didn’t hear his name on television. Undrafted, surely there would be a follow-up phone call with a freeagent offer to attend camp (remember last year and the adventure of UCD’s Keelan Doss?). But even after the 200-plus collegiate standouts were taken, Maier’s phone didn’t ring. “I was hoping I was going to get a call from an NFL team,” Maier told The Enterprise on Monday. “At the moment, I have not. “I thought there were a couple of teams that were going to take a chance on me, but that hasn’t happened, yet. “It’s nothing I can control at this point.” But there is good news ... “I’m in serious talks with a Canadian Football League team,” reports the signal-caller who paced Davis to a 2018 postseason berth and threw for a school-record 11,163 career yards. “It looks like by the end of the week I should have a good idea of what exactly is going to happen. “But I’m not ruling out the NFL. Something can still come; maybe an opportunity appears late.” Maier is represented by Southern California-based agent Tim Younger. Maier was part of a Big Sky Conference snub in this year’s draft. No other league player was taken in the seven rounds, although over the weekend 10 Big Sky players were offered free-agent pacts.
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Former UC Davis quarterback Jack Maier went undrafted by the NFL but the CFL has expressed interest in the record-setting signal caller. “I played against a lot of great players in that conference, so in my eyes, a few of those guys are definitely capable of playing in the NFL,” believes Maier. “But the draft is such a different beast. There are so many football players out there that there’s just not enough room. “There’s a lot of guys who are kind of in my boat right now … and that’s just how it works. It’s just a numbers game. I’m definitely bummed out (some weren’t drafted). I was pulling for a lot of them.” But Maier, who continues safe workouts with quarterback coach Danny Hernandez and his brothers, soldiers on ... “If I get an opportunity to play in the NFL … it will be because I earned
it and I deserved it. If not, there’s an alternative path that I’ll take.” And that could be north of the border. “I’ve never been to Canada,” admits Maier. “But I hear great things all the time, so much positivity surrounding the country and (the CFL).” The ex-Aggie QB just last week talked with his former head coach Dan Hawkins and position mentor Tim Plough — Hawkins having been a former Montreal Alouettes assistant — about the alternative league. “It sounds like fun,” says Maier. Former CFL stars Warren Moon, Joe Theismann, Jeff Garcia and Doug Flutie agree. Each grew in Canada before returning to the U.S. to stand out in the NFL.
DHS AD staying plenty busy Lorenson juggles sports, graduation BY BRUCE GALLAUDET Enterprise sports editor With no sports being played at Davis High, one might think these days are a breeze for a guy like Jeff Lorenson. A breeze? Only if the Blue Devil athletic director catches one while working from his backyard patio. Despite the coronavirus shutdown, there is no rest for the weary. To wit, The Enterprise checked in with Lorenson this week ... “There is a lot going on,” the DHS administrator reports. “Right now the main things are sports plans for the fall of next year and graduation.” Lorenson says that while the spring quarter of the school year — and all its extra-curricular activities (think prom, Spring Fling, concerts, plays etc.) — has been canceled, a plan for a live gathering for senior graduation ceremonies had been in the works simultaneously to putting together a virtual graduation. On Tuesday evening, DHS Principal Tom McHale sent out a note to the Class of 2020 and put on Twitter the same letter saying his school will be “hosting a virtual graduation,” adding that “specific details will follow and we welcome and
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Public Notices X FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Filed: April 9, 2020 FBN Number: F20200297 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) ROVERPT 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of Principal Place of Business in California. Business is located in Yolo County. 2322 Rodin Place Davis, CA 95618 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), Residence Address, State, and Zip Sandra Gail Reina-Guerra 2322 Rodin Place Davis, CA 95618 4. Business Classification: Individual 5. Beginning Date of Business: The Registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: March 20, 2020 “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.) 6. Signature of Registrant(s): Sandra Reina-Guerra 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6 803
expire on May 31, 2020, unless extended by City Council. The current ordinance is meant to serve as a bridge that allows City Council to act on multifamily development proposals with a project specific affordable housing plan with less than 35% of the units being designated as affordable housing, while staff prepares a comprehensive update to the inclusionary requirements for multifamily projects for further City Council consideration. Extending the current ordinance would allow further analysis of affordable housing alternatives for various housing development scenarios; allow for completion of the Draft Downtown Davis Specific Plan informing future downtown housing opportunities; and allow for the City to complete an update to the Housing Element. The further analysis funded by SB 2, the Downtown Davis Specific Plan, and the update to the Housing Element would provide for more informed and strategic planning efforts related to inclusionary requirements for multifamily projects.
The above summary constitutes the major highlights; to obtain a full understanding of the ordinance, a reading of the document in its entirety may be necessary. A certified copy of the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME full text of the proposed ordinance may STATEMENT be viewed in the City Clerk’s Office, 23 Filed: March 16, 2020 Russell Boulevard, Davis, California, and/ FBN Number: F20200278 or copies may be obtained at a nominal 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) charge. Center City Automotive 816 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of 4/29 Principal Place of Business in California. PUBLIC NOTICE Business is located in Yolo County. 300 Madson Place Davis, CA 95618 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), Residence Address, State, and Zip 00 11 16 – NOTICE INVITING BIDS 5Pilot Inc 66-INCH INFLUENT SEWER SLIPLINING 300 Madson Place CIP NO. 8166 Davis, CA 95618 4. Business Classification: 1. Notice Corporation NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City 5. Beginning Date of Business: The Council of the City of Davis (“City”) invites Registrant(s) commenced to transact and will receive sealed Bids up to but not business under the fictitious business later than May 21, 2020 at 2:00 PM, at the name or names listed above on: City Clerk’s office of the City Manager, April 1, 2020 located at 23 Russell Boulevard, Davis, “I declare that all information in CA 95616, for the furnishing to City of this statement is true and correct.” all labor, equipment, materials, tools, (A registrant who declares as true services, transportation, permits, utilities, information which he or she knows to be and all other items necessary for the 66false is guilty of a crime.) inch Influent Sewer Sliplining, CIP No. 6. Signature of Registrant(s): 8166 (the “Project”). At said time, Bids Ron Lautzenheiser, Owner will be publicly opened and read aloud 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13 807 at the City Office. Bids received after said time shall be returned unopened. Bids shall be valid for a period of 90 calendar FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME days after the Bid opening date. STATEMENT Filed: April 9, 2020 FBN Number: F20200298 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) SPACESTATION DISTRO 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of Principal Place of Business in California. Business is located in Yolo County. 1230 Harter Avenue, Suite J Woodland, CA 95776 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), Residence Address, State, and Zip Epic Pros Enterprises, Inc 2940 Arnold Industrial Ave. Suite J Concord, CA 94520 4. Business Classification: Corporation 5. Beginning Date of Business: The Registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: August 21, 2019 “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.) 6. Signature of Registrant(s): Bejan Farahbakhsh CFO, Epic Pros Enterprises, Inc. 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13 810 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Filed: April 22, 2020 FBN Number: F20200326 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) DRAKE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of Principal Place of Business in California. Business is located in Yolo County. 1205 Drake Drive Davis, CA 95616 Mailing address: 1106 Westfield Terrace Davis, CA 95616 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), Residence Address, State, and Zip Jungwha Ann Jolkovsky David Lyle Jolkovsky 1106 Westfield Terrace Davis, CA 95616 4. Business Classification: A Married Couple 5. Beginning Date of Business: The Registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: October 1, 1999 “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.) 6. Signature of Registrant(s): Jungwha Ann Jolkovsky 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20 815 PUBLIC NOTICE
CITY OF DAVIS ORDINANCE SUMMARY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on April 21, 2020, the City Council of the City of Davis introduced, and on May 5, 2020, the City Council will consider adopting the following entitled ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY OF DAVIS MUNICIPAL CODE ARTICLE 18.05 TO EXTEND THE SUNSET DATE FOR AFFORDABLE ALTERNATIVE RENTAL HOUSING REQUIREMENTS The proposed ordinance amendment to the inclusionary requirements for multifamily rental housing developments would extend the sunset date of the current ordinance through November 30, 2021. The current ordinance will
2. Requesting Plans And Specifications Plans and specifications (not including standard specifications and other documents included by reference), and proposal forms, may be obtained by logging on to www.blueprintexpress. com/davis or by calling BPXpress. The cost is $40 per set (plus shipping and handling) and is non-refundable. Any bidder that Reprographics at (916) 7607281 fails to purchase a complete set of plans, specifications and proposal forms from BPXpress Reprographics prior to the bid opening date and time OR is not included on the BPXpress plan holder list shall have their bid deemed non-responsive. In other words, the bidder must purchase the plan set from BPXpress Reprographics AND be on the BPXpress plan holder list to be deemed responsive. The only exception shall be in the event a bidder’s name is not included on the plan holders list but the bidder can produce proof of purchase of the plans, specifications and proposal forms from BPXpress Reprographics with a purchase date that occurred prior to the close of bidding. Any bid produced from plans, specifications and proposal forms obtained from sources other than those purchased from BPXpress by bidder shall be deemed non-responsive. Only bidders on the plan holders list shall receive addenda notifications. It is the responsibility of each prospective bidder to pay the fee and download and print all Bid Documents for review and to verify the completeness of Bid Documents before submitting a bid. Any Addenda will be posted on www.blueprintexpress. com/davis. It is the responsibility of each prospective bidder to check the BPXpress Reprographics website listed above on a daily basis through the close of bids for any applicable addenda or updates. The City does not assume any liability or responsibility based on any defective or incomplete copying, excerpting, scanning, faxing, downloading or printing of the Bid Documents. Information on BPXpress Reprographics may change without notice to prospective bidders. The Contract Documents shall supersede any information posted or transmitted by BPXpress Reprographics. Bids must be submitted on the City’s Bid Forms. To the extent required by section 20103.7 of the Public Contract Code, upon request from a contractor plan room service, the City shall provide an electronic copy of the Contract Documents at no charge to the contractor plan room. Contract documents will not be available for inspection or purchase from the City by potential Bidders. 3. Description Of The Work 66-inch Influent Sewer Sliplining, CIP No. 8166: The work consists of cleaning the 66” Influent Sewer, sewer plugging and temporary bypass operations, TVinspection of sewer line, excavation for insertion and winching pits, pipebursting and inserting 42-inch HDPE slipliner pipe, grouting annular space between host and slip liner, installing new maintenance holes, rehabilitating maintenance holes, abandoning maintenance holes, and construction of maintenance access road including all labor, materials, equipment and incidentals, to completely install an operating facility in accordance with the Project Plans and Specifications. All work shall be performed in accordance with the Contract Documents and all applicable laws and regulations. 4. Engineer Engineer’s Estimate: $1,250,000 Project Engineer: Terry Jue
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5. Contractor’s License Classification and Subcontractors Unless otherwise provided in the Instructions for Bidders, each Bidder shall be a licensed contractor pursuant to sections 7000 et seq. of the Business and Professions Code in the following classification(s) throughout the time it submits its Bid and for the duration of the contract: Class [A] General Engineering Contractor’s License.
required shall render the bid non11. Award responsive. City shall award the contract for the Project to the lowest responsive, —————————————————— responsible Bidder as determined by Deliver Bids To: the City from the BASE BID ALONE. City CITY OFFICES - CITY CLERK’S OFFICE reserves the right to reject any or all 23 Russell Boulevard, bids or to waive any irregularities or informalities in any bids or in the bidding Davis, CA 95616-3896 process. (Building is located on the corner of
Russell Boulevard & B Street) 12. Notice to Proceed This Project, if awarded, will be awarded Subcontractor Substitution requests shall for a spring start date. *Note* If you choose to mail your be made within 35 calendar days after Bid Proposal via any of the overnight/ 13. Further Information/Questions the award of the contract. Pursuant to express services, the outside envelope Public Contract Code Section 3400(b), the For further information, contact Terry City may make findings designating that Jue, at tjue@cityofdavis.org. Questions MUST be clearly marked as follows: certain additional materials, methods or will only be considered and answered via email. Questions will not be considered services by specific brand or trade name SEALED BID FOR: 66-inch Influent other than those listed in the Standard or answered 48 working hours prior to Specifications be used for the Project. the bid opening. Sewer Sliplining, CIP No. 8166 Such findings, if any, as well as the DELIVER IMMEDIATELY TO CITY 14. Pre-Bid Conference materials, methods or services and their CLERK’S OFFICE specific brand or trade names that must There is no Pre-Bid Conference for this be used for the Project may be found in project. the Special Conditions. Bid Due Date And Time: 15. Bid Documents: All bidders shall completely fill out the Bid Forms May 21, 2020 2:00 PM 6. Bid Security Each Bid shall be accompanied by cash, (Section 00 41 43 on pages 17 through —————————————————— a certified or cashier’s check, or Bid 38) and shall sign and date each form END OF NOTICE INVITING BIDS Bond secured from a surety company where required. Failure to fill out the 817 satisfactory to the City Council, the information or failure to sign where 4/29, 5/6, 5/13 amount of which shall not be less than ten percent (10%) of the submitted Total PUBLIC NOTICE Bid Price, made payable to City of Davis NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY PROGRAM OF PROJECTS FOR FEDERAL TRANSIT as bid security. The bid security shall be ASSISTANCE FUNDING FOR THE CITY OF DAVIS/UNITRANS provided as a guarantee that within five (5) working days after the City provides the successful bidder the Notice of On an annual basis, the City of Davis/Unitrans prepares a Program of Projects Award, the successful Bidder will enter (POP) that forms the basis for grant applications submitted to the Federal Transit into a contract and provide the necessary Administration (FTA) for funding. The City submits and executes grant applications bonds and certificates of insurance. The and agreements, and then passes these funds through to Unitrans through a bid security will be declared forfeited sub-recipient agreement. FTA regulatory guidance requires the City and Unitrans if the successful Bidder fails to comply to make the proposed POP available for public review and comment prior to its within said time. No interest will be approval by the City Council. Unitrans staff will summarize all comments made on paid on funds deposited with City. the POP by the deadline and provide that information to the City Council when it The Bid Bond submitted shall be reviews and takes action in June 2020. provided by a surety duly authorized by the Insurance Commissioner to The deadline for submitting comments on the proposed POP is Wednesday, May 13, 2020. transact surety business in the State of To receive a copy of this notice in another language or alternative formats at California. no cost, please contact Unitrans by sending an email message to comments@ 7. Performance Bond and Labor and unitrans.ucdavis.edu or by calling Unitrans at (530) 752-2877. The City and Unitrans welcome all comments from the general public and providers of Material Bond The successful Bidder will be required other transportation services on this proposed program of projects in the most to furnish a Faithful Performance Bond convenient format available. The most common ways in which to submit and a Labor and Material Payment Bond comments include the following: each in an amount equal to one hundred 1) Send an email message with the subject “Program of Projects” to comments@ percent (100%) of the Contract Price. unitrans.ucdavis.edu Each bond shall be in the forms set forth 2) Send a letter addressed to Unitrans ATTN: AGMA, 1 Shields Ave, South Hall Room herein, shall be secured from a surety 5, Davis, CA 95616 company that meets all State of California 3) Attend a public hearing on the Program of Projects at the Unitrans Advisory bonding requirements, as defined in Committee meeting to be held on Thursday, May 7, 2020 at 4pm. California Code of Civil Procedure Section 995.120, and that is a California admitted Unitrans Operating Assistance Description: FTA Section 5307 funds, in combination with a variety of other funding surety insurer. sources, allow Unitrans to operate 18 weekday and seven weekend fixed routes Pursuant to Section 22300 of the Public approximately 360 days a year. Unitrans carries about 4.0 million passenger trips Contract Code of the State of California, annually, which is the second-highest ridership level in the six-county Sacramento the successful Bidder may substitute metropolitan area. certain securities for funds withheld by FY 2020 Operating Assistance (for the Period 1/20/2020 through 6/30/2020) City to ensure its performance under the Total Estimated Budget: $2,408,040 Proposed FTA Amount: $1,700,000 – FTA Section 5307 Formula Funds-CARES Act contract. Other Funding: $708,040 - Covered by ASUCD Student Fees, City Transportation Development Act, Fare Revenue, Advertising and Other Misc. Revenue 8. Labor Code Requirements Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1773, FY 2021 Operating Assistance (for the Period 7/1/2020 through 6/30/2020) City has obtained the prevailing rate Total Estimated Budget: $7,294,261 of per diem wages and the prevailing Proposed FTA Amount: $820,000 – FTA Section 5307 Formula Funds-CARES Act wage rate for holiday and overtime Other Funding: $6,474,261 - Covered by FTA Section 5307 Formula Funds-FY work applicable in Yolo County from the 2021, ASUCD Student Fees, City Transportation Development Act, Fare Revenue, Director of the Department of Industrial Advertising and Other Misc. Revenue Relations for each craft, classification, or type of worker needed to execute this YCTD Operating Assistance – FY 2020 & Beyond contract. A copy of these prevailing wage Description: The Yolo County Transportation District (YCTD), as the provider of rates may be obtained via the internet at: intercity bus services within Yolo County and to Sacramento, requests funding to pay for a portion of Yolobus services that directly benefit the City of Davis. www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr/ Proposed FTA Amount: $150,000 – FTA Section 5307 Formula Funds-FY 2020 In addition, a copy of the prevailing $3,711,096 – FTA Section 5307 Formula Funds-CARES Act rate of per diem wages is available at Other Funding: YCTD Operating Budget the City’s Public Works Department and shall be made available to interested DCT Paratransit Bus Replacement parties upon request. The successful Description: Replace one paratransit vehicle to maintain service quality for the bidder shall post a copy of the prevailing City’s complementary ADA paratransit service. wage rates at each job site. It shall be Total Estimated Budget: $85,000 mandatory upon the Bidder to whom Proposed FTA Amount: $68,000 - FTA Section 5307 Formula Funds-FY 2020 the Contract is awarded, and upon any Other Funding: $17,000 - City of Davis Local Funds subcontractors, to comply with all Labor Code provisions, which include but Unitrans Maintenance Facility Rehabilitation & Improvement Project are not limited to the payment of not Description: Carry out major equipment replacement and rehabilitation activities at less than the said specified prevailing the Unitrans Maintenance Facility. wage rates to all workers employed by Total Estimated Budget: $955,946 them in the execution of the Contract, Proposed FTA Amount: $505,458 – FTA Section 5307 Formula Funds-FY 2020 employment of apprentices, hours of $150,488 – FTA Section 5307 Formula Funds-FY 2019 labor and debarment of contractors and Other Funding: $300,000 – ASUCD Student Fee Funds subcontractors. Unitrans Electric Bus Charging Infrastructure Project Pursuant to Labor Code sections Description: Purchase and installation of charging infrastructure necessary to 1725.5 and 1771.1, all contractors and facilitate the introduction of electric propulsion buses into the Unitrans fleet. subcontractors that wish to bid on, be Total Estimated Budget: $1,972,194 listed in a bid proposal, or enter into a Proposed FTA Amount: $247,780 - FTA Section 5307 Formula Funds-FY 2020 contract to perform public work must $400,000 – Congestion Mitigation & Air Quality Program-FY 2019 be registered with the Department $338,317 – Congestion Mitigation & Air Quality Program (Unexpended Balance) of Industrial Relations. No Bid will be $986,097 – Air Quality Improvement Funds (SMAQMD) accepted nor any contract entered into without proof of the contractor’s and Unitrans Electric Bus Purchase subcontractors’ current registration Description: Purchase electric buses to replace fossil-fuel buses in the Unitrans fleet. with the Department of Industrial Total Estimated Budget: Relations to perform public work. If $10,800,000 (12 buses) awarded a contract, the Bidder and its Proposed FTA Amount: $2,382,539 – FTA Section 5307 Formula Funds-FY 2020 subcontractors, of any tier, shall maintain $243,744 – FTA Section 5339 Bus Formula Funds-FY 2019 active registration with the Department $253,717 – FTA Section 5339 Bus Formula Funds-FY 2020 of Industrial Relations for the duration Other Funding: $335,429 – State Low Carbon Transit Operations Program-FY 2020 & of the Project. Notwithstanding the FY 2021 (LCTOP) foregoing, the contractor registration $384,571 - ASUCD Student Fee Funds requirements mandated by Labor Code Future Funding: Unitrans will continue to seek federal and state discretionary Sections 1725.5 and 1771.1 shall not grants, including zero-emission vehicle incentive funds from the State of California, apply to work performed on a public to complete the funding plan for this project by Fiscal Year 2022. works project that is exempt pursuant to the small project exemption specified in Unitrans Miscellaneous Equipment Purchases Labor Code Sections 1725.5 and 1771.1. Description: Purchase new and replacement maintenance, administration, and This Project is subject to compliance operations equipment to efficiently run bus service and maintain/ repair vehicles monitoring and enforcement by the and facilities. Department of Industrial Relations. In Total Estimated Cost: $200,000 bidding on this Project, it shall be the Proposed FTA Amount: $160,000 – FTA Section 5307 Formula Funds-FY 2020 Bidder’s sole responsibility to evaluate Other Funding: $40,000 – ASUCD Student Fee Funds and include the cost of complying with all labor compliance requirements under Bus Stop Improvement Program this contract and applicable law in its Bid. Description: Install equipment to improve amenities and passenger security at bus stops in the City of Davis and on the UC Davis campus. 9. Retention Total Estimated Cost: $175,000 Pursuant to Public Contract Code section Proposed FTA Amount: $140,000 – FTA Section 5307 Formula Funds-FY 2020 7201, the City has made a determination Other Funding: $35,000 – ASUCD Student Fee Funds that the project described herein is substantially complex, and therefore a Total Available Federal Funding $15,348,642 retention of 5% will be withheld from FTA Section 5307 Formula Funding – FY 2019 $150,488 payment until after the work is complete. FTA Section 5307 Formula Funding – FY 2020 $3,653,777 FTA Section 5307 Formula Funding – CARES Act* $10,308,599 10. Substitution Requests FTA Section 5339 Bus Formula Funding – FY 2019 $243,744 Substitution requests shall be made FTA Section 5339 Bus Formula Funding – FY 2020 $253,717 within 35 calendar days after the award Congestion Mitigation & Air Quality $738,317 of the Contract. Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 3400(b), the City Total Proposed Federal Fund Programming $11,271,139 may make findings designating that FTA Section 5307 Formula Funding – FY 2019 $150,488 certain additional materials, methods or FTA Section 5307 Formula Funding – FY 2020 $3,653,777 services by specific brand or trade name FTA Section 5307 Formula Funding – CARES Act* $6,231,096 other than those listed in the Standard FTA Section 5339 Bus Formula Funding – FY 2019 $243,744 Specifications be used for the Project. FTA Section 5339 Bus Formula Funding – FY 2020 $253,717 Such findings, if any, as well as the Congestion Mitigation & Air Quality $738,317 materials, methods or services and their * The remaining balance of FTA Section 5307 CARES Act funding of $4,077,503 will specific brand or trade names that must be incorporated into a program of projects for review and approval by the Davis be used for the Project may be found in City Council at a later date. the Special Conditions. 4/29 820
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Porn causing divide in marriage Dear Annie: My concern is my husband of 15 years. After we got married, I caught him looking at porn. When I confronted him, he told me he would stop. I believed him. About a month ago, I had a suspicion and confronted him, and he admitted that he had been looking again. We have had our ups and downs, but this is something that just makes me sick. I am so hurt and just feel so belittled by his need for this. It has taken an emotional toll on me, and I need some advice. The past 10 years have been difficult for me healthwise, and the stress that this has put on me really worries me. I don’t know whether I can forgive him and move on. I have always had issues with my self-esteem, and this just drives me to think I am not worth much. He says it means nothing to him. I see it as cheating, like if he had had an affair. — Stressed in PA Dear Stressed in PA: Your husband’s predilection for pornography is no reflection on you. You could be Aphrodite incarnate, and he’d still be looking at the stuff. This is his issue. That said, the solution won’t come from pointing fingers. You must approach your husband with empathy, not as an enemy. Ask him how he feels about his viewing porn; then explain how it makes you feel. Discuss what might help him drop this habit for good. Create an open dialogue and refuse to let anything be taboo between you two. Consider going to marriage counseling for help navigating these sensitive issues. Lastly, I’d strongly encourage you to attend therapy on your own. You said that you’ve always had low self-esteem: That won’t magically change the day your husband stops looking at porn. A therapist can help you get to the root of those issues and weed them out, so you can grow and thrive in love and life in general. ——— Dear Annie: There are many ways to scam people. Last year, I had a stroke and seizures and stopped breathing. I was taken to the hospital in an ambulance. After I got out of the hospital, I never got a bill for the ambulance because insurance had covered it. Just last month, I got a call saying that I owed money for the ambulance service and that I needed to take care of it right that instant. I knew it was a scam. I said, “I don’t do business like that over the phone, and if I owe anything, please send me a bill.” He hung up FAST. I’ve never heard
from anyone about that since. We have to be very alert as senior citizens because we are the most vulnerable. (I am 87 years young and so blessed with a still-sharp mind.) — Carlyn in Alabama Dear Carlyn: The sense of urgency that the caller tried to impress upon you — that you needed to settle the bill immediately — is a hallmark of a telephone scam. It makes my blood boil to hear about such things. Seniors who think they may have been the target or victim of such a scam can call the AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline (877908-3360) for guidance. The lines are open Monday through Friday, 4 a.m. to 8 p.m. Pacific Time. ——— Dear Annie: While going through some older newspapers, I read your column and loved your advice to “So Lost” — a woman who had left a 35-year-long abusive marriage, only to find that her adult children did not support her decision. In your response, you recommended that she join a support group for victims of domestic violence. I wanted to offer another resource: Emotions Anonymous, a wonderful support group for those with all different types of emotional issues. — Edith Ann Dear Edith: It heartens me to learn just how many free resources exist for those who are struggling. Thanks for sharing yet another.
Stay the supportive course Dear Annie: My cousin has had anger issues for years, especially toward our grandmother. A few years ago, her parents got divorced, and her dad immediately started dating another woman, with whom he now shares a house. My cousin has announced that she is cutting herself off from all family ties, and, when she turns 18 next year, she is planning on changing her last name. She is consistently rude to our grandmother, who is just trying to show her love and affection during this hard time
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in her life. She also recklessly got a tattoo a few weeks ago. I’m worried that she is turning down a dangerous path in her life. Is there anything I can do to keep my family together and help her through this trying time without having her turn on me, too? — Concerned Cousin Dear Concerned Cousin: It is understandable that your cousin has anger issues. Her parents just got divorced, and now she is dealing with her father dating and living with another woman. She feels that she has no control over the situation so she wants to control something. That is why she is talking about changing her name, getting a tattoo and removing herself from the family. The whole situation might be just too painful for her to deal with right now. As for being disrespectful to Grandma, well, that is because she is a safe space for your cousin’s fury. Your cousin is deflecting her anger from her father onto her grandma because she knows that grandma will always be there, loving her. My advice is to encourage you to be a friend. Be as kind, loving and supportive as you possibly can while she is going through this. If she “turns on you,” know that it is temporary. If you continue to show her love and compassion, she will come around. ——— Dear Annie: In support of the woman who had only gained 29 pounds in 49 years, I, too, have a fitness story. Recently, I lost 25 pounds at age 66 by swimming a mile almost every day. It helped that we retired to Florida, where I have access to a pool year-round. I have not changed my diet, but I do not overeat to make up for the extra exercise. Swimming is just part of my day, and I try not to miss a day. When we went on a long cruise, I was concerned that I might gain the weight back, but I did not. I tried to exercise every day so I can only assume that I have increased my metabolism. I feel great and am now back to my weight from high school. I never thought I would see those numbers on the scale again. — Also Slender 50 Years Later Dear Also Slender 50 Years Later: Congratulations on creating a healthful lifestyle, which has contributed to a healthy weight. Swimming is a wonderful sport and is great for your joints. Thank you for sharing your positive habits.
of Record Services and fully understand its intent. We certify that we have adequate personnel, equipment, and facilities to provide the District’s requested services. We NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Davis Joint Unified School District (“District”) of understand that our ability to meet the criteria outlined in the Request shall be judged Yolo County, California, acting by and through its Board of Trustees (“Board”), will solely by the District. In addition, we certify that we have thoroughly examined the receive up to, but not later than, Tuesday, May 26, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., Statement of requirements and our proposed fees cover all the services that we have indicated we can Qualifications (SOQs) for: meet, and we acknowledge and accept all District terms and conditions”. PUBLIC NOTICE
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Water System Maintenance Worker - Public Works U&O, FFD: 4/28/2020 Salary: $4,641.21 $5,641.43 Monthly; City of Davis, 23 Russell Blvd., Davis, CA 95616. FFD: 4/28/2020. See job bulletin at www.cityofdavis. org for min. req. or call (530) 7575644, TDD (530) 757-5666; City emp. appl. req. EOE.
All sealed SOQs shall be delivered in PDF format on flash drive to the office of: Davis Joint Unified School District Facilities Department 1919 5th Street, Davis, CA 95616 Attention: David Burke Director of Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations
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DSA Certification Hourly Rate Class 1: Fieldwork $ Class 1: Paperwork/ Office work $ Class 2: Fieldwork $ The District is an “Equal Opportunity” employer. Qualified Disabled Veteran Business Class 2: Paperwork/ Office work $ Enterprises (DVBE) are encouraged to participate in this project. Class 3: Fieldwork $ Class 3: Paperwork/ Office work $ INTRODUCTION Class 4: Fieldwork $ The intent of this Request for SOQ is to obtain information that will enable the District Class 4: Paperwork/ Office work $ to select one or more Consultants/Firms who will provide DSA Inspection Services as required in connection with the construction of future DSA approved projects in the 3. EXHIBIT B: Consultant Company History, including: Davis Joint Unified School District. a. Number of years in business. b. List of Inspectors with their DSA Classification Numbers (company-wide). Davis Joint Unified School District (DJUSD) is a K-12 district that serves the community c. Names of proposed Project Inspectors who would be working on District projects. of Davis, California. The school system is committed to providing an excellent opportunity for all students to learn. 4. EXHIBIT C: Provide Résumés of proposed Project Inspectors who would be working for the District, with the qualifying information: With ten (10) elementary schools, five (5) middle schools, and four (4) high schools, a. Résumé must represent projects over the last five (5) years. Include experience with Davis Joint Unified School District serves more than 8,500 students in kindergarten multiple on-going projects at the same time. Please also indicate number of years through twelfth grade. with the firm. In November 2018, Davis voters passed Measure M, a $150 million school facilities bond to upgrade schools for safety and 21st century learning.
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5. EXHIBIT D: Project Experience & References Please provide information in the following format for School Districts and Projects where you or your firm provided DSA Inspection Services over the last five (5) years.
Measure M funds, along with additional facility dollars, constitute the current Bond Program, that together amounts to approximately $226 million. Bond sales will occur Year School District over the course of the next one-four years. In February 2019, the District saw the first successful bond sale that enabled us to begin work with the first $50 million of our 2013/ XYZ School Bond Program, referred to as Group 1 Bond Projects, to address safety projects, build 2014 District new elementary multi-purpose rooms and more. Group 1 Bond Projects Our first group of Bond projects includes District-wide projects such as hydration stations and access control improvements; as well as site-specific projects such as two new multi-purpose rooms, science labs, campus renovations and construction.
District Contact, Project Name Title James Smith, ABC HS Science Director of Facilities Wing
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Project Inspector John Harris
6. EXHIBIT E: Litigation History Provide specific information on termination for default, litigation settled, or judgments entered within the last (5) five years related to your firm, joint venture partners, or sub-consultants. Also, provide information relative to any convictions for filing false claims within the past five (5) years.
Group 2 and 3 Bond Projects Group 2 and 3 projects will include more multi-purpose rooms, a STEM Building, and OTHER STANDARD REQUIREMENTS Aquatics Center. 1. Insurance Certification Requirements – please refer to IOR Agreement, Article 5 (Attached) The District is requesting a Statement of Qualifications and a proposed fee schedule a. General Liability – Each Occurrence $1,000,000; Aggregate $2,000,000 (Exhibit A) from DSA Approved Project Inspectors or Firms qualified to provide b. Automobile Insurance - $1,000,000 Inspector of Record Services in support of school construction projects, including c. Workers Compensation- As required by state law. school expansions and modernizations. The District intends to enter into a renewable contract with one (1) or more selected Consultants on an hourly, flat monthly rate, or The successful Respondent shall provide Certificate(s) of Insurance and Endorsements per project basis, as yet to be determined. satisfactory to the District. Insurance policy(ies) shall not be amended or modified and coverage amounts shall not be reduced without thirty (30) days written notice to GENERAL District prior to modification and/or cancellation. Except for Workers’ Compensation Selection will be based on respondents’ qualifications and experience. The selected insurance, District shall be named as an additional insured on all policies. Consultant’s Consultant/Firm(s) shall provide inspection services in accordance with applicable policy(ies) shall be primary; any insurance carried by the District shall only be version of Title 24 of California Code of Regulations, DSA IR A-8, and DSA PR 13-01. The District will seek the highest qualified DSA Project Inspection Consultants/Firms. secondary and supplemental. Contractor shall not allow any employee or agent to commence work on any contract or any subcontract until the insurance required of the Contractor, employee, or agent has been obtained. District must be an additional DUTIES In addition to the duties described in DSA Interpretation of Regulations Document IR A-8, insured on General Liability Insurance. “Project Inspector & Assistant Inspector Duties and Performance”, the Inspector shall also:
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2. EXHIBIT A: Fee Schedule Respondent shall include the following Fee Schedule for straight time only, Monday through Friday, up to eight (8) hours per day. Paperwork/office work will always be billed at the hourly rate noted below.
1. Respond promptly to request by District Representative to provide input on estimates of completion for line items relative to Contractor pay invoice. When possible, attend meetings as requested in contract documents and requested by the District, i.e., billing meetings, specification review meetings, coordination meetings, weekly progress meeting, pre- construction meetings, etc.
2. Agreement. Awarded Consultants/Firms must sign the District Agreement as shown in Attachment #1. 3. Costs of responses. The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) preparation and its associated costs are the sole responsibility of the Consultant and will not be reimbursed by the District.
2. Report all items found to be in non-compliance to the Contractor, the Project 4. Submitttals. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) materials should be submitted Manager, Project Architect, and District. Any and all errors or omissions in the Contract in PDF electronic format on a flash drive, in a sealed envelope, to the address noted below. SOQs shall be a maximum of twenty (20) pages, excluding cover and exhibits. Documents must also be brought to the immediate attention of the District. Submittals must be received by Tuesday, May 26, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., at: 3. Review and monitor Contractor’s construction methods and procedures during all Davis Joint Unified School District construction activities, including earthwork, concrete placement, masonry erection, Facilities Department welding procedures, all finishes, electrical, mechanical, fire alarm, etc. The Inspector shall 1919 5th Street, Davis, CA 95616 not issue instructions or directions regarding means or methods of job performance to Attention: David Burke the Contractor, or in any way assume responsibility for the work performed. Director of Facilities, Maintenance & Operations MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The selected Inspection Consultant/Firm(s) shall be capable of providing inspection 5. Basis of Evaluation. The SOQ’s will be evaluated based on each firm’s qualifications, services and adequate personnel to the satisfaction of the Division of the State Architect relevant experience with similar work, litigation history, insurance coverage, and (DSA) and the District. To maintain continuity, Inspectors assigned to projects shall K-12 School District references. All responses will be evaluated based on experience remain assigned to a project for its duration, regardless of interruptions that may occur. providing the same services for other Districts throughout the State of California. If changes must be made due to unavoidable circumstances, the Inspection Consultant/ Firm shall submit the Name and Résumé of the replacement Inspector to the District for 6. Evaluation & acceptance of Statement of Qualifications. The District reserves approval. Should an Inspector be absent for a brief duration due to illness, vacation, etc., the right to reject any and all Statements of Qualifications, to amend the original the Project Inspector or Inspection Firm is required to provide and schedule a qualified Request, the process itself, or to discontinue the process at any time. replacement Inspector approved by the District and DSA. 7. Withdrawal of Statement of Qualifications. The Consultant may withdraw their SOQ at any time prior to the specified time for receipt of Response, by delivering a REQUIRED INFORMATION, EXHIBITS AND FORMATS In order to be considered for selection as the Project Inspector, the respondents will written request signed by an authorized officer of the Consultant organization to the attention of David Burke. Any such Consultant must present a written request for submit the following items to the District in this order: withdrawal in person with proof that he/she is the authorized representative of the company withdrawing the SOQ. 1. Cover Letter The proposal must contain a cover letter and introduction. The cover letter shall include the company name, address, and the name, telephone numbers, and 8. Fingerprinting. The Project Inspector shall comply with Education Code section e-mail address of the person or persons authorized to represent the firm regarding 45125.1, which stipulates that none of its employees that come in contact with District all matters related to the proposal and who will be available, knowledgeable, and pupils have been convicted of a violent felony listed in Penal Code section 667.5(c) or a serious felony listed in Penal Code section 1192.7(c). Fingerprinting and clearance regularly attentive to the District as the primary point of contact. of any named candidate to perform project inspection services is a program-wide a. Describe in detail respondent’s understanding of requested services and how pre-requisite. The DSA Project Inspector must present written proof of DOJ clearance prior to his/her first day of work. respondent proposes to provide services to the District. b. What differentiates respondent from other providers. 9. Questions. For any questions regarding this Request, please contact Maureen c. Respondent’s letter must also contain the following statement: Poole, Facilities Specialist, at mpoole@djusd.net 818 “We have read the District’s Request for Statement of Qualifications for DSA Inspector 4/29, 5/6
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ou’ve seen news images of largescale farming operations plowing under fields of lettuce and dumping milk during this wretched spring we’ll all remember. But what about the small farms around us here in Davis? They’re not in the news. Are they being gutted by the circumstances that have undermined small business and restaurants? I asked a half-dozen local operators how they’re doing. I was surprised. These six are getting by OK. What really stands out is how light on their feet they are, shifting markets, entrepreneurial in the best sense. Alexis and Gillies Robertson of Skylark Ranch are a perfect example. Their ranch near Mount Shasta brings pork, lamb, chicken and about 2,500 eggs each week to various markets. “We lost a lot of our wholesale accounts right away,” Alexis explained. Workers at Google HQ, AirB&B, and the like had been enjoying the products of their sustainable ranch until, almost overnight, such office cafeterias were shut down. “It was scary,” Alexis acknowledged. “Hens just keep laying.” Yes, they’ve been a presence at the Davis Farmers Market, but the customer count there is down overall. They had to boost their direct sales, on-line sales, and even pivoted to direct delivery to customers. Plus they found a new wholesale account in nearby Ashland, Ore., to take surplus eggs. “We’re doing OK,” Alexis said confidently. Henry’s Bullfrog Bees & PURE Honey is based north of Winters. In Davis it’s best known as a vendor at the farmers market. Doneice Trotter, daughter
of the founders and marketing director, says, “We’re faring not horribly.” Their output in March was strong. But the Woodland Honey Festival for May 3 has been canceled. Also, honey jars as wedding favors is a lost market for now. But Doneice added a large wholesale customer — Nugget Markets. Nugget’s Fresh to Market house brand, available widely, is actually their raw wildflower honey. And there’s another comforting fact: “Raw honey never spoils,” says Doneice, “so I’m very lucky.” Not the same, unfortunately, for farm perishables. Several years ago, son Lorin Kalisky took over for Mo and Trudy Kalisky, founders of Upper Crust Bakery in Davis in 1986. They’ve serviced a long list of farmers markets over Northern California, including Davis, although not as many right now. “It’s challenging,” says Lorin, “but we’re managing to do quite well.” Well enough, in fact, that they’re hiring rather than letting people go. Upper Crust had recently installed new ovens at the strip mall beside the Davis Food Co-Op and then opened a small storefront. That’s now closed. The positive game changer is a new online sales approach. Upper Crust delivers directly to customers, and it’s more than bread and pastries, Lorin said. Jams and other third-party items are available. Key among them are flour and yeast at a time when home baking is
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A masked Jim Eldon sports the look of the moment in farmers markets. His Fiddler’s Green Farm offsets the loss of restaurant customers with higher direct sales at farmers’ markets and a new, modest home-delivery service. huge, but ingredients are hard to find. “For home delivery, we’ve been struggling to meet demand,” Lorin says. When they open their online store twice a week, it generally hits its max of 150 customers within an hour. Steve Smit of Mount Moriah Farms in Lodi has seen lots of ups and downs with his orchard crops. Five years ago, for instance, his apple harvest was halved when the National Organic Standards Board decided to ban two common antibiotics that had been used on organic farms nationwide. No substitute was available. This year it’s COVID-19, and people, not fruit, are the patients. A number of farmers’ markets in Northern California shut down in early March. A few have still not reopened. Steve sold at many of these, so
Capay Organic stands ready to go when the Davis Farmers Market opens. Yellow caution tape is customary now, to enforce distancing.
his sales took a hit. But he has two new wholesale accounts. “I’m brokering to people who are delivering to homes and others,” he explains. Mount Moriah is actively selling at five farmers’ markets, including Davis. And he finds that more than ever, it’s a relationship business— knowing customers, knowing market managers “This is a time when people are a little scared. They want to buy from people they know,” he says. Overall his business is down about 20 percent for the year, but it’s trending back up. And now the cherry season is at hand. His fruit quality is great this year, he finds. The harvest is coming in lighter than usual, but not a bad thing, he says, since the labor pool has
shrunken. Doorstep service has become a hot market segment — no surprise there. This includes takeout meals from our otherwise shuttered restaurants, or bread from Upper Crust bakery, or home delivery groceries from supermarkets. Many people value the safety factor and convenience. Demand for CSA boxes of produce that arrive weekly has soared as well — up as much as 40% compared to a year ago for Farm Fresh to You in Capay Valley. Tens of thousands of boxes are now going out to customers in this region. Community Supported Agriculture is booming. Thaddeus Barsotti, CEO of Capay Organic, says they’re struggling to keep up with demand. “It’s easy
to acquire new customers, and existing customers are picking up bigger orders.” Barsotti says Farm Fresh to You had to add two processing facilities to meet the growth. Their family farm in Capay Valley has a huge variety of produce and third-party organic products to draw on. “There are plenty of drivers available right now,” he adds, relieved. Traffic is lighter, so the burden of nighttime delivery has fallen away. These providers are resilient. For thousands of us, their perseverance has made a huge difference to our quarantined lives. — Daniel Kennedy has a long history with the earth’s bounty and is an adviser to the Davis Farmers Market. Reach him at kennedy46@gmail.com.
Doneice Trotter works in the production area at PURE Honey, which lost some customers, but landed a wholesale account.
Brewing expertise and the Swedish model W e are about to conduct a great experiment in this country. Some might call it a gamble. An experiment might well end in disappointment because the idea did not pan out, but the experimenter learns something. A gamble requires an ante, a bet, and that can be lost. If the odds are good and the winnings worth having the risk may be justified. I suppose as individuals and communities we weigh risk in different ways and that is why there is such a scope of opinion about opening up our economy. We have some rather rural states that never closed, some that are opening with enthusiasm and even gusto and others that are contemplating opening with caution. None of them have the basic conditions in place that could lead to a successful experiment or a win at the tables; disappointment and perhaps loss is on the cards. In this context, Sweden, which has never closed, may provide a good model for our own country.
It may act as something of a control in the experiment we have already conducted here: Sweden was open when we were closed. Good comparison, surely? Well not really. Despite no lockdown, Sweden’s death toll matches ours per capita. But it has two things that make a difference. It has a population of only about 10 millionplus, which is quite well spread without the extreme urban density of our great cities. Also, and more important, Swedes have a different relationship with their government, because of effective social programs, and so are willing to follow its lead for distancing and so on.
In contrast, our government lives in the service of its corporations, not its citizens. This promotes a population here that is fundamentally suspicious of government, even resentful of it, and intolerant of government leadership, particularly if it causes inconvenience or has a cost. In such a nation, any sense of the general good cannot survive and, as we see, has not. Thus, it turns out to be easy to shovel money to large corporations, much harder for smaller ones and extremely difficult to get $1,200 each to poor folk. The process of making beer is complex. It’s necessary to select proper barley, to convert it to malt and extract that with hot water; this, when blended with suitable hops, must be fermented by a chosen pure yeast under controlled conditions. Brewers then meet the daunting challenge of packaging the finished beer and sending it to market — all the while maintaining consistency and quality with uncompromising
production controls. Fortunately, there is a deep well of knowledge and experience and expertise that has accumulated over the last (say) 150 years of research and study that allows the brewing process to happen successfully every day. As might be expected this gives rise to extraordinary expertise that can deal with almost any eventuality because we know so much. Very little comes as a surprise. Medicine is many orders of magnitude more complex than brewing and has a much wider and deeper spectrum of true experts using an extraordinary base of accumulated knowledge to solve problems. Given this fact, why on earth do we allow the Prescriber-inChief and his boot-lickers, who don’t know their heads from a hole in the ground, to promote lies, wishful thinking and crank cures and potions while experts blush? The commodities required are truth with leadership.
One of the difficulties of the present viral scourge is that experts really don’t know enough about it. Gaps in knowledge appear that can affect the basic information used to model the future course of the pandemic. Experts must say sometimes that they just don’t know. This is not waffling. This is the highest form of telling the truth and the most difficult. Finding answers takes time. In a sense, I’m pleased we are conducting the experiment (or taking the gamble) in re-opening the economy, e.g. in Georgia. I hope the state has enough rapid testing so that experts can tell quickly that things are going well or ill; data about hospital admissions and deaths is good historical information but only informs about infections that happened a few weeks ago. That might be too late for too many Georgians. — Reach Michael Lewis at lewiswales@me.com. Comment on this column at www.davis enterprise.com.
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Rotarians bring clean water to rural Kenya Special to The Enterprise As the COVID-19 pandemic challenges the world, the urgent sanitation needs of impoverished communities in Africa have become more critical. Here in Davis, the Sunset Rotary Club is moving fullspeed-ahead on a wellwater project begun in 2019, in partnership with the rural community of Rumbiye in northwestern Kenya, the Kenyan chapter of Engineers Without Borders, and financial support of other local Rotary Clubs (Davis Sunrise, Davis Noon, Woodland Sunrise and Winters). Phase I is to develop a new borehole in Rumbiye to provide a clean water source for the community’s more than 200 families (with service to about 5,000 people). Phase II is a community water-distribution and sanitation project providing water to buildings via pipes and replacing decrepit latrines with fully functioning ones at the Rumbiye health clinic and school. The people of Rumbiye maintained an old borehole from 1988 through monthly payments, until it
broke down beyond repair in 2015. Since then the lack of safe, reliable and sufficient water amid extreme droughts has created severe health hazards and hardship. Villagers must walk 2 to 3 miles in search of small ponds and streams to get water for drinking, cooking, bathing and washing clothes. Livestock also use the same streams and seasonal ponds, so the water is very contaminated. Although there is a primary school in Rumbiye, it has no access to water. Children can only attend if they fetch and bring their own water from these contaminated streams and ponds each day. Instead of being able to do more productive activities, children and adults spend countless hours fetching water. Sunset Rotary Davis Club member Koen Van Rompay, founder of Sahaya International, a nonprofit based in Davis, helped link the people of Rumbiye to the Sunset Rotary Club of Davis. Sahaya International supports grassroots programs in developing countries, and it was the director of a Sahaya program in Kenya who
referred Kennedy Oduori, a Rumbiye community member and pastor, to Van Rompay. “When Kennedy Oduori told me about the struggles of this village, I felt I had to do something,” Van Rompay said. “Being a member of Sunset Rotary Davis Club, I presented this project to our club. Our members were eager to get involved, and successfully applied for a $10,000 Rotary District Grant. In the past months, we also received generous donations from other local Rotary Clubs.“ Ramin Yazdani, president of Sahaya International and Past-President of the Sunset Rotary Davis Club, continued, “A year ago, we had also connected with Martin Aluga of the Kenyan chapter of Engineers Without Borders. While our club was busy raising funds, Martin and his team did an excellent job with the logistics on the ground, such as preparing detailed assessment reports, getting the hydrological survey done, and acquiring bids from reliable drilling companies. We are very grateful to them. Engineers Without
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A local boy fetches water near Rumbiye, Kenya. Below, a woman collects water for her family near Rumbiye, Kenya. Borders will also directly oversee construction of the borehole.” Last month, as Van Rompay was headed to Sahaya’s programs in Kenya, it was the opportune moment to also visit Rumbiye and meet with Oduori and other community members. “Our prayer and hope is that the borehole project is done as soon as possible”, Oduori told him. “The rain has now slowed down, the available temporary water sources are drying up and getting more contaminated and murkier because of livestock. Water is more precious during these difficult times as regular handwashing and general hygiene is one of the effective ways of dealing with the coronavirus pandemic. We are very grateful to the Davis community for thinking of us.” Van Rompay and Yazdani returned to Davis shortly before Kenya closed it borders to travel. Having witnessed first-hand the difficult circumstances in
Rumbiye and the commitment of the community to give their children a better future, they were determined to bring the borehole project to fruition as soon as possible. In the meantime, Mr. Aluga notified Van Rompay and Yazdani that a number of bona fide bids had come in, and the cost to drill a new borehole would be about $21,300. While the Rotary club had already raised approximately $17,500, there was still a shortage of about $3,800. Van Rompay presented the project to the board of Sahaya International, which unanimously voted to bring this project under their fiscal umbrella, so donors can make taxdeductible donations. Any extra funds that are raised beyond what is needed for the immediate borehole project will be set aside towards Phase II of the project, towards the community water distribution and sanitation part of this endeavor as well as construction of proper latrines. Phase II of the
Beware of real estate scams Special to The Enterprise Some Yolo County residents are feeling the burden of financial strain as a result of the COVID-19 shelter-in-place ordinance that was established in March, and many have found themselves out of work as a result. During these uncertain times, homeowners should be careful about a potential increase in loan modification and foreclosure rescue scams, where scammers are attempting to take advantage of people who may be financially struggling amid the coronavirus pandemic. The California Department of Real Estate (DRE) has issued a consumer alert to explain loan modification and loan forebearances. It provides information about those who are authorized to provide services, and more importantly, those who are not. It also provides tips about how to spot a potential scam. There are many red flags that consumers should be on the lookout for, including but not limited to: unlicensed people or companies, a demand for payment upfront, and instructions to transfer
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lease/rent titles to a third party or granting a “power of attorney” to the loan modifier. Once money or title is transferred, the scammer may vanish or sell the home without the owner’s knowledge. To prevent this from happening, there are steps that can be taken to ensure a safe and educated choice is made: ■ Do it yourself: Contact your lender directly and request a loan modification or forbearance that suits your financial situation. Take detailed notes about who you’ve spoken with, the details of the call, and what you need to do. ■ Consult a free legitimate counselor: If you are unable to negotiate a loan modification yourself or would prefer assistance, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offers free housing counseling through HUD approved non-profit agencies in California. Counselors can be found on HUD’s website: www.hud. gov. ■ Work with a legitimate, licensed and qualified person or company: If you are unable to find a
counselor through HUD that suits your needs, you can hire a representative to negotiate for you. This can be a California licensed real estate broker with mortgage loan originator license endorsements to perform loan modification work. You can make sure a person is licensed through the DRE’s website: www.dre. ca.gov. If you are unsure about a person or company, or to determine if a complaint has been filed regarding their legitimacy and business practices, you may contact the Better Business Bureau at www.bbb. org. If you believe you have been a victim of a real estate scam, you have many options to report those involved. If a DRElicensed or unlicensed person practicing real estate is involved, you may contact the DRE at www. dre.ca.gov. You can always report fraud or potential scams to the Yolo County District Attorney’s Office at 530666-8180 or online at www.yolocounty.org/lawjustice/district-attorney/ departments/real-estatefraud-unit.
project will also be implemented in close collaboration with Engineers without Borders, under supervision of the local Rotary Club of Kakamega, near Rumbiye. The members of Rumbiye and the Sunset Rotary Davis Club greatly appreciate any support given from the Davis community for the water and sanitation projects. For more info, visit www. sahaya.org/rumbiye. Donations in any amount will help the borehole and water/sanitation phases of this project to continue moving forward in a muchneeded, timely way. As Sahaya International is a fully volunteer-based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, 100% of every donation goes directly to the Rumbiye water project. Tax-deductible donations can be made online at www.sahaya.org or by check to Sahaya International,1504 Portola St., Davis, CA 95616. Please indicate that donations are for the Rumbiye project.
Yolo County DA Investigator John Sadlowski uses equipment to do forensic analysis on digital evidence in the High Tech Unit Lab. COURTESY PHOTO
Yolo DA marks 10th anniversary of its High-Tech Crimes Unit Special to The Enterprise It was 10 years ago this month when Yolo County District Attorney Jeff Reisig implemented his vision to create a central hub to forensically examine digital evidence in order to efficiently bring evidence to court. With the increased amount of digital evidence in criminal cases, Reisig recognized the need to have a dedicated unit within the DA’s Investigations Bureau to focus on this type of forensic analysis. This was unprecedented for a DA’s Office, since this type of work was usually sent out of county to be processed by forensic labs or by local police departments. When the High-Tech Crimes Unit started in 2010, Yolo County was the first and only DA’s office to have a unit like it at the time. In the beginning, DA Reisig worked with former chief investigatorPete Martin to form the unit with a team of highly qualified investigators, innovative cutting edge equipment, and the training needed to meet modern challenges of conducting thorough forensic analyses. Almost every criminal case includes evidence from cell phones, computers, cameras, game consoles,
DVRs and smart-home devices. Utilizing the skills of the unit’s highly trained forensic examiners, the HighTech Crimes Unit provides critical evidence and testimony in cases ranging from homicide, rape and child molestation to cases involving narcotics and larceny. Over the last 10 years the unit has processed thousands of pieces of evidence and help resolve many cases. “With the advent of the High-Tech Crimes Unit, forensic evidence for Yolo County cases was not sent out of county and placed on a priority level against other agencies,” Yolo County Chief Investigator John Ehrk said. “This greatly reduced the amount of time needed for processing and allowed a timelier investigation, especially when the case was channeling through the court process.” The High-Tech Crimes Unit also organizes “Operation Vigilance,” an annual law enforcement operation in which compliance checks are conducted on every sex offender in Yolo County. This operation has a goal of protecting Yolo County residents by ensuring that sex offenders who live in the County are complying with all laws, as well as
probation and parole directives. During this annual operation, one unique aspect is that while officers are making home visits with registered sex offenders, forensic examiners are on hand to search the offenders’ computers, smartphones and other digital storage devices to ensure registrants maintain compliance. This annual effort is a collaboration of local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to assist in keeping registrants accountable above the terms probation and parole already have in place. Ten years later, the HighTech Crimes Unit continues to be an invaluable resource for Yolo County as the DA’s Office seeks justice and accountability in criminal investigations. Recently, the unit partnered with Yolo County Information Technology Department’s Global Information Services division to develop innovative software that dramatically improves officer efficiency and tracks the progress of Operation Vigilance in real time. This software is now available to our law enforcement partners at no cost to help hold sex offenders accountable for their registration requirements.
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B8 THE DAVIS ENTERPRISE
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2020
DHS AD: Blue Devil coaches stepping up From Page B1
website (djusd.net/ athletics) and The Enterto all member schools urg- prise found, in discussions ing them to honor season- with no fewer than a dozen long contracts. Apparently, coaches, that forms of indisome schools have been vidual online or phone prorating stipends. Loren- instruction or advice is son says the work that Blue happening. Devil coaches do is often “We’re so lucky to have a year-round. staff of coaches like we do,” Certainly, with some of Lorenson adds. “It was like the spring programs fin- ‘Here’s the ball, take it and ished with fundraising, run with it.’” preparation and deep into Speaking to the life’s lesconditioning and practice, sons being provided in that local coaches had already coaches series, the AD conspent dozens of hours get- cludes: ting ready. “It’s a tesWhen the tament to shelter-inhow little of place order coaching is came some the sport teams itself. We’re hadn’t even seeing taken the coaches field or care (for the court for kids) come games. out, trying Lorenson to do the says the best they CCA didn’t can.” have to tell Notes: Jeff Lorenson Davis Another DHS athletic director schools concern is about how when fall important it athletes will be able to was to back their coaches. check in for their required “We made the decision physicals. Says Loren(to pay full stipends) early,” son: “My hope is that the AD points out. “We felt sometime in July we can it was important to start coming back and that acknowledge how much we have some process in our coaches do ... outside place that will allow stuthe season and how much dent-athletes to gather. they do prior to a season. Maybe it’s a limited con“We didn’t have to ask tact or number capacity.” anybody to do any type of For physicals, each will be digital coaching, or provide required before that can ideas — before we could happen.” The AD goes even get anything officially on: “If they’re not having solidified, we already had crowds for MLB or NBA ... coaches saying ‘This is what I can’t see the high schools we want to do and how we having crowds at games in want to do it … and are the fall either. I’m praying their any limitations?’” a lot everyday and cross DHS coaches have their my fingers that this staydigital mentoring series at-home (edict) is going to running on the school get us through this.”
“We’re so lucky to have a staff of coaches like we do. It was like ‘Here’s the ball, take it and run with it.’ ”
DUNNING: Upset win From Page B1 20th century. This, oddly, was the first time the Trojans had ever visited Corvallis. As we took our seats in the radio booth, I couldn’t have imagined that just two years later press boxes would become a regular part of my life as a young sportswriter. An overflow crowd of 41,494 fans packed Parker Stadium, the most attendance ever at a sporting event in the state of Oregon to that date. It was Nov. 11, Veteran’s Day, and California Gov. Ronald Reagan was in that same press box as well, along with Oregon Gov. Tom McCall, 10 generals and admirals and three Congressional Medal of Honor recipients. And me. And Jimmy Hagan. Reagan told McCall that he would hand pick and deliver a box of California oranges if Oregon State won. McCall put up a freshly caught Oregon silver salmon as his half of the wager. It had rained prior to the game, but not much during, so the natural grass field was wet and slightly muddy, which apparently meant nothing to Simpson, who rambled for 40 yards on the very first play from scrimmage as my once-hopeful heart sank into my stomach. Simpson rushed for 87 yards in the first quarter alone and finished the game with 188 yards, higher than his per-game average. And yet, USC never reached the end zone. Oregon State, meanwhile, relied on a 30-yard field goal by Mike Haggard to take a 3-0 lead at the half. That lead stood late
into the fourth quarter. With 34 seconds left in the game, the Beavers faced fourth-and-1 at the USC 38-yard-line. Punt the ball and USC would have one last chance at victory. Make a first down and the game would be over. Tempting the football gods, Oregon State handed the ball to massive fullback Bill “Earthquake” Enyart, a Medford native, who gained exactly the needed yard, allowing quarterback Steve Preece to take a knee to give the Beavers an unlikely and thoroughly exhilarating 3-0 win. Bedlam erupted as I raced to the nearest phone to call my dad, an Oregon State alum from the early 1930s. “We won, we won!” I shouted as tears rolled down my face. Governor Reagan afterward said he would be happy to contribute money to buy Oregon State a tarp, to which Oregon State head coach Dee Andros — the Great Pumpkin — suggested that would be fine if USC would agree to buy “a couple of giant industrial fans to blow the smog out of the Coliseum.” USC went on to beat UCLA to end the regular season, then stopped Indiana in the Rose Bowl to claim the national championship in both the Associated Press and Coaches polls. That Oregon State team forever earned the nickname “Giant Killers.” The Beavers wouldn’t beat USC again for another 33 years, but for those of us who witnessed this game, the memory will last forever. — Reach Bob Dunning at bdunning@davis enterprise.net.
That Oregon State team forever earned the nickname “Giant Killers.”
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