Winters Express Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Search for new city manager kicks off, public input sought

By Crystal Apilado Editor-in-Chief

The search for the next Winters city manager is officially underway, and city council members are asking the community to share their input about what they would like to see in the next City Manager should have.

In April, city manager Kathleen Salguero Trepa announced she would retire this fall so she can spend more time with her family. The Winters City Council unanimously approved Bob Murray & Associates to take on the task of seeking a qualified candidate.

Mayor Bill Biasi and Mayor Pro Tempore Albert Vallecillo serve on an ad hoc committee for the city manager search efforts.

A city-manager recruitment video

featuring council members sharing about the Winters community and the city is available at https://youtu.be/ X76m3-RaEdA.

Recruitment efforts opened last week and the job description and information on how to apply are available at https://tinyurl. com/388vjaab.

Potential candidates can apply on the Bob Murray & Associates Winters city manager page by Aug. 24. According to the website, the current salary for the Winters city manager is $194,250, and salary placement for the selected candidate is dependent on his or her qualifications and experience.

Community input

The city is conducting a survey to gather input from residents about what qualifica-

tions and type of experience they think the candidate chosen as the next city manager should have. The community input survey is available in Spanish at https://tinyurl. com/45s48ymk and in English at https:// tinyurl.com/3kfzjxjp.

Access to the surveys is also available on the city of Winters’ website, cityofwinters.org. The survey will close on Aug. 21.

Trepa said the survey responses will be shared with City Council and the recruiter so the community’s input can be considered when assessing applicants during the interview process.

The questions inquire about what residents believe are the important issues the city should take on, vital career experience and attributes.

Trustee workshop continues discussion on spending funds

Express staff

Winters Joint Unified School District is hosting a second trustee study session that will follow up on directives set forth by trustees on how to approach transitional kindergarten at Waggoner Elementary, and will further the in-depth discussions on how funding can best be spent to best support students at the other school sites.

The second Facilities Master Planning Workshop is being held on Thursday,

Aug. 3, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Winters JUSD office board room (909 W. Grant Ave.). Jennifer Gibb, Van Pelt Construction Services project manager, and Trent Sommers, CA+SA studio principal architect will lead trustees through an overview of whether the spaces at each school site are over or under-utilized and if there are a dedicated number of classrooms being utilized for student support spaces or special programs.

Winters JUSD has $23 million available between the general fund, local bonds, developer fees, state funding and special reserves (capital).

Roadwork starting on city streets, County Road 31

Express staff

The city of Winters and Yolo County announced schedules of road maintenance projects expected to begin later this week.

City streets

City manager Kathleen Salguero Trepa said paving projects on Niemann and Hemenway streets would be happening Thursday through Sunday.

done on Niemann and Moody Slough.

Vintage Paving Company will be reaching out to residents in those areas to inform them of the upcoming road work.

The remaining city streets identified as part of the paving project are expected to begin in September. Updates will be shared on the city of Winters social media accounts.

Trustees are being tasked to identify priority for the school district to focus those funds on.

School board meeting

The regularly scheduled Board of Trustees meeting is expected to begin around 6 p.m. Trustees will hear on a Yolo County Grand Jury report on school safety, a presentation on the superintenent’s goals, and take action on adopting a revision to the Winters JUSD vision, mission statement and priorities.

The public can attend in person or can view it live via Zoom. The agenda is available at https://tinyurl. com/5n7jsbac.

Eric Lucero, public works operations manager, clarified that on Thursday, Moody Slough Road would close as contractors work to widen the corner. On Friday, they will work to grind Niemann and Moody Slough. On Saturday, paving work would be

County roads

The County of Yolo Community Services Department’s Public Works Division announced it would begin a project to repair sections of County Road 31 and Russell Boulevard from Aug.

7 through Sept. 29. The maintenance is scheduled to occur between 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Drivers should be prepared for intermittent lane closures on CR 31 from CR 93A to CR 98, and Russell Boulevard from Interstate 505 to CR 93A. Travelers should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes. Detours will be set up to direct motorists around full road closures. Local access to properties and businesses along these road sections will be provided during construction.

The road repairs

See ROADS, Page 3

Task force to begin revisions on

English Learner Master Plan

By Jacob Hoffman Express staff writer Assistant Superintendent Phoebe Girimonte and English Learner Specialist

Delia Garcia Espinoza presented trustees with an informational item to propose revising the English Learner (EL) Master Plan for English learners and gave an update from the Winters Joint Unified School District’s English language advisory committee at the July 20 school board meeting.

Girimonte explained what the “EL Master Plan is an operational guide for district staff” with “the aim of the English Learner Master Plan is to steer the implementation of effective programs for English learners, and to ensure that these

programs achieve the district’s goals for their learning.”

An important part of the district’s master plan is its District English Language Advisory Committee (DELAC), which helps advise on policies related to English learning. “Each California public school also is required to form a District English Language Advisory Committee if they serve 51 or more English learners,” Girimonte said, “composed of a majority of parents or guardians of English learners, provides review and comment and advises the district governing board on services for English learners.”

Espinoza explained DELAC’s goal of revising the EL master plan and expounded on DELAC’s responsibil-

ities, which includes, “the development of the EL master plan which is one of the major objectives of the 2023-24 school year.” The next responsibility is the conducting of a district-wide needs assessment survey, of which, “DELAC reviews the questions which make reference to initial identification, monitoring, and reclassification of English learners.” Other responsibilities include, “reviewing the establishment of the programs and services for English learners” and “the development of a plan to ensure teachers and instructional aids are qualified to work with English learners,” as well as, “reviewing and giving feedback on the reclassification

See PLAN, Page 3

Courtesy graphic

Roadwork will begin on Neimann Street and Moody Slough Road this weekend. The red line indicates grinding and paving work. The yellow line indictes where a new road will be placed. The blue lines indicate where slurry will be laid down.

Trustees hear presentations on ELOP, gun safety training

By Jacob Hoffman Express staff writer

The Winters Joint Unified School District Board of Trustees approved the development of the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program for outside-classroom learning and a pay increase for the Superintendent, and heard a presentation on gun safety education at the July 20 meeting.

ELOP

Assistant Superintendent Phoebe Girimonte presented trustees a presentation on the school district’s Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP).

Providing a definition of the term, Girimonte explained, “expanded learning, under the law, means before school, after school, summer, or intersession learning programs that focus on developing the academic, social, emotional interests of students through hands-on and engaging learning experiences.

Continuing, she said, “it is the intent of that law that expanded learning programs are people centered, results driven, that they include our community partners and organizations…they should also complement, but not replicate, the activities that students experience during the school day.”

Regarding ELOP at Winters JUSD, Girimonte described the

program as “keeping and maintaining learning environments that are physically and emotionally safe” and that “our ELOP focuses on grades (Transitional Kindergarten) through sixth…I would think of the ACE program and the Summer Munchkin Camp as the core of ELOP, those are the programs that allow us to extend the school year by the required thirty days, and to extend the school day to nine hours.”

Girimonte noted that with the program’s growth “we do anticipate that there could come a time when demand exceeds space in the program…should we find ourselves in a position where we cannot provide access to all students in the UPC, we would seek to expand the program and identify additional staffing.”

Trustee Everado Zaragoza questioned what the anticipated limit of ELOP may be, Girimonte answered, “right now we are set to expand and include an additional grade level and three additional classes from last year’s offering…if those classes were to fill,” which is most likely in Kindergarten through second grade, “we do have additional space to accommodate students, but as of right now we don’t have additional staff.” If that were to occur, Girimonte said Winters JUSD

could, if provided the resources to train additional staff and find sufficient facilities, expand to meet a higher need.

Superintendent

Rody Boonchuoy added, “the challenge is building out the infrastructure in order to accommodate a variety of… students, but also to produce really dynamic partnerships with the community…the work right now is building out the partnerships, figuring out what those partnerships might look like…and then developing ways to scale so that not only our unduplicated students can participate but as many as possible.”

Girimonte concluded saying, “ELOP presents a way to really build true partnerships where members of the community’s appearance or organizations can really have a handson interactive experience supporting student learning and in partnership with our school district.”

The fiscal impact is $792,000 budgeted from the ELOP grant. Trustees unanimously approved the ELOP plan.

Gun safety education

Laura Hackett, the local BeSMART, a gun safety advocacy group, lead, and member of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America presented information about the

See TRUSTEES, Page 5

Lake Berryessa water levels down

The water level of Lake Berryessa went down during the past week by 0.58 feet, with a decrease in the storage of 10,255 acre-feet of water, according to Ken Emigh of the Solano Irrigation District. On the morning of Tuesday, Aug. 1 the lake

Almuerzo gratuito para los estudiantes

Especial para Express El Distrito Escolar Unificado Conjunto de Winters anunció hoy su política para servir comidas a los estudiantes bajo el Programa Nacional de Almuerzo Escolar/Desayuno Escolar para el año escolar 2023-2024. Todos los estudi-

antes recibirán almuerzo y desayuno sin cargo en los siguientes sitios: Escuela Preescolar Estatal Winters, Escuela Primaria Waggoner, Escuela Intermedia Shirley Rominger, Escuela Intermedia Winters, Escuela Secundaria Winters y Academia Profesional Wolf-

skill. Para obtener información adicional, comuníquese con Cathleen Olsen, Directora de Servicios de Nutrición, Distrito Escolar Unificado Conjunto de Winters, 909 West Grant Ave., Winters CA 95694, 530-7956109 o colsen@wintersjusd.org.

Comienza búsqueda del administrador de Winters

Por Crystal Apilado

Traducido por Carol Alfonso

La búsqueda del próximo administrador de la ciudad de Winters está oficialmente en marcha, y los miembros del consejo de la ciudad están pidiendo a la comunidad que comparta su opinión sobre lo que les gustaría ver en el próximo administrador de la ciudad.

En Abril pasado, la administradora de la ciudad, Kathleen Salguero Trepa, anunció que se jubilaría este otoño para poder pasar más tiempo con su familia. El Ayuntamiento de Winters (Winters City Council) aprobó por unanimidad que Bob Murray & Associates asumiera la tarea de buscar un candidato calificado.

El alcalde Bill Biasi y el alcalde pro tempore Albert Vallecillo forman parte de un comité ad hoc para los esfuerzos de búsqueda del administrador de la ciudad.

Un video de reclutamiento del administrador de la ciudad

que muestra a los miembros del consejo compartiendo sobre la comunidad de Winters y la ciudad está disponible en https:// youtu.be/X76m3-RaEdA.

Los esfuerzos de reclutamiento se abrieron la semana pasada y la descripción del trabajo y la información sobre cómo postularse están disponibles en https:// tinyurl.com/388vjaab.

Los posibles candidatos pueden postularse en la página del administrador de la ciudad de Winters de Bob Murray & Associates antes del 24 de Agosto. Según el sitio web, el salario actual del administrador de la ciudad de Winters es de $194,250, y la ubicación del salario para el candidato seleccionado depende de sus calificaciones y experiencia.

Aporte de la comunidad

La ciudad está realizando una encuesta para recopilar información de los resi-

dentes sobre las calificaciones y el tipo de experiencia que creen que debe tener el candidato elegido como próximo administrador de la ciudad. La encuesta de opinión de la comunidad está disponible en Español en https://tinyurl.com/45s48ymk y en Inglés en https:// tinyurl.com/3kfzjxjp. El acceso a las encuestas también está disponible en el sitio web de la ciudad de Winters, cityofwinters.org. La encuesta se cerrará el 21 de Agosto.

Trepa dijo que las respuestas de la encuesta se compartirán con el Ayuntamiento y el reclutador para que se pueda considerar el aporte de la comunidad al evaluar a los solicitantes durante el proceso de entrevista.

Las preguntas indagan sobre lo que los residentes creen que son los temas importantes que la ciudad debe abordar, la experiencia profesional y los atributos vitales.

level was 426.60 feet above sea level, with storage computed at 1,307,253 acre-feet of water. Evaporation on the lake averaged 303 acre-feet of water per day. The SID is diverting 455 cubic feet per second of water in the Putah South Canal, with 44 cubic feet per second flowing at the Diversion Dam.

Policía busca ayuda ciudadana para identificar sospechosos

Por Crystal Apilado Traducido por Carol Alfonso

El Departamento de Policía de Winters (Winters Police Department — Winters PD) recurre a la comunidad para ayudar a identificar a dos personas que irrumpieron en la tienda Winters Food Mart and Liquor el pasado Jueves.

A las 5:10 de la

mañana del Jueves 19 de Julio, la Policía de Winters recibió una notificación de alarma en Winters Food Mart and Liquor. El video de vigilancia en el lugar capturó a dos sospechosos que rompieron la ventana de la tienda (causando $1,000 en daños) y robaron $2,500 en productos. Según las imágenes de la cámara,

el sospechoso número 1 vestía pantalones camuflados, una sudadera verde con capucha y una camisa blanca debajo, zapatos blancos y negros, un sombrero rojo, una máscara facial negra y guantes blancos. El sospechoso número 2 vestía pantalones oscuros, una sudadera con capucha marrón, guantes, una máscara oscura y zapatos blancos y oscuros. Ambos sospechosos abandonaron la escena en un vehículo descrito como un modelo antiguo del Toyota Sequoia dorado con llantas cromadas del mercado de accesorios, según una publicación en las redes Vea POLICIA, Página 5

County community wildfire protection plan helps

By Jacob Hoffman Express staff writer

Last month, the Yolo County Resource Conservation District (RCD) announced the completion of the Yolo County Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), a plan outlining preparedness measures for wildfire season in Yolo County. The Winters Express spoke with Winters Fire Chief Jack Snyder about what the CWPP is, what it means for Winters, and what are other things Winters residents can do to prepare for wildfire season.

Explaining where the CWPP comes from, Snyder said, “the CWPP is a document that is vetted through many different entities that is required by the Federal Healthy Forest Restoration Act of 2003.”

reduce risks on properties

rent, ongoing and the future” with the ones related to fire being “community education and outreach, defensible space and home hardening, hazardous fuels management, evacuation and access planning and other mitigation and preparedness.”

The RCD’s media release further explains

fire areas of Western Yolo County or in the more populated areas of Davis, Woodland or West Sacramento, the time…(for) wildfire preparedness is now.”

This year’s CWPP will be the first of its kind, Snyder noted, with it being the first fully implemented plan by the RCD.

Regarding some

School district unveils newest building at WHS

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western part of Yolo County that includes the Winters area, such as the CWPP noting, “the western portion of the county, west of Esparto and Winters, is designated as a Very High Fire Severity Zone (VHFSZ).”

WIth the CWPP now in place, Snyder said Winters, as well as the rest of Yolo County, have “identified a lot of projects to help reduce the risk to our community and local fire safe councils are actively seeking and being granted grant funds to complete them.”

The Winters Joint Unified School District announced the completion of the Winters High School PE and Music building and is inviting the community to attend a grand opening ceremony to celebrate.

The grand opening celebration is scheduled on Monday, Aug. 7 at 5 p.m. at the new building located behind the gymnasium and student union buildings.

commitment to provide an exceptional learning environment for all students.

The grand opening event will kick off with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony, symbolizing the inauguration of this remarkable addition to our campus. We are honored to have esteemed community leaders, dedicated educators, and passionate students gracing the occasion.

that “developing a CWPP enables access to funding sources for fuels reduction work and other wildfire resilience projects” and that “the CWPP uses science-based assessments and modeling to understand the greatest risk for wildfire in the county, and makes a list of projects, with community input, to address those risks.”

specifics for Winters, Snyder said that the CWPP, “identifies previous fires and the severity zones that our community is in,” as well as including, “a list of projects, locations and project leads for our area that are currently in process, ongoing, proposed or in the future.”

But for the everyday community members of Winters, vigilance and proactivity are still necessary for keeping ourselves ready for wildfire, Snyder noted.

The Winters High School PE and Music Building project represents a significant milestone in the school district’s

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Attendees will have the opportunity to take self-guided tours of the newest WHS building and explore the classrooms.

“It is a plan to help communities reduce their wildfire risk and to create and become a fire adapted community” which will “help to identify the need for fuel reduction opportunities, address structural ignitability and to collaborate with relevant partners,” Snyder said.

In addition, the CWPP also “identified projects by communities and includes five project types for cur-

“With wildfire season here, it’s more important than ever to be vigilant about wildfire preparedness,” the statement continued, “Whether you live in the high

Another revision will be the inclusion of the EL Roadmap document to the district’s

Some of these findings include summaries of previous fires in Yolo County that have affected Winters, as well as maps that include areas of “moderate to high” risk of wildfires in the

guage program,” in reference to the recent implementation of the Dual Language

“Everyone can do their part to prepare themselves and their homes and property from the risk of a wildfire. While an incident may not have been preventable, taking as many precautions as possible before the fact has shown to have saved homes, property and life,” Snyder said. “Please reach out to the local fire safe councils to help in preparing our communities before an incident occurs as there is a lot of work listed in the project lists.”

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In order to carry out their objectives, Espinoza says DELAC members “receive training on how to carry out their responsibilities and their roles, and on understanding the CAASPP and ELCAP data, understanding and navigating the California Dashboard, and on any information related to second-language acquisition.”

Espinoza began the in-depth discussion of the revisions of the EL master plan. She notes that the current plan was written in 2014, with some revisions made in 2017 based on changes in state law.

This revision will include updating the district’s proficiency classification from the old California English Learner Development Test (CELDT) to the English Learner Proficiency Assessment for California (ELPAC).

master plan, which, “provides a vision to which we can inspire; in doing so, it creates a sense of urgency to move the needle and improve outcomes for all English learners.”

“The EL Roadmap is a California policy that guides all districts in their services to English learners as guided by national research. It is a summary of best practices and a guiding document informed by a common vision, mission, and four principles,” Espinoza said. “We also need to revise our EL master plan because we have a new lan-

Immersion Program.

To achieve the goal, Espinoza said they will form a task force committee of parents, staff, community members. The committee with utilize the “Center for Equity for English Learners toolkit by Loyola Marymount University…

and the Sobrato Early Academic Language Organization,” as guiding documents, Espinoza said.

Superintendent Rody Boonchuoy commented on DELAC’s efforts, thanking Espinoza and calling the plan to revise the EL master plan “a really big lift” and that “though there’s quite a bit of work to do related in order to develop

are part of the County’s ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and functionality of these roads for the community. This maintenance comes in anticipation of upcoming improvements to CR 31, which is expected to include the addition of bike lanes once funding is secured.

“The need to improve this major transportation corridor in District 2 is one of the top concerns consistently

the EL master plan, it is an opportune time.”

Boonchouy called the EL Roadmap a “really powerful document” whose “core principles are aligned almost directly with our equity statement, there’s a lot of alignment with our graduate profile, and I think

shared with me by residents in both Winters and in Davis. Beginning work on this stretch of CR 31 is long overdue, and I am grateful to the Yolo County Public Works team for taking this next step to address the conditions of this important roadway,” said Supervisor Lucas Frerichs. “Improving the conditions of this corridor will continue to be one of my top priorities.” See the County’s Road Closures map at www.yolocounty. org/road-closures.

even more powerfully as we kick off our work to build multi-tiered systems of supports, it will mesh very well.” The task force will begin work on the EL Master Plan revisions and will return to the board at a later meeting with proposed changes.

“Though there’s quite a bit of work to do related in order to develop the EL master plan, it is an opportune time.”

Rody Boonchouy, superintendent

“While an incident may not have been preventable, taking as many precautions as possible before the fact has shown to have saved homes, property and life.”

Jack Snyder, fire chief

145 Years Ago

August 3, 1878

(From the files of The Winters Advocate)

Married In Winters, Saturday, July 27th, by the Rev. H.C. Culton, Miss Flora M. Brunson to Thos. C. McLeod. Printers were not forgotten in the distribution of the cake.

The Winters Advocate has changed hands, Dr. Harding now being the proprietor. Dr. Norwood will have charge of the editorial department.

Our friend, Mr. H. Seaman, drove up to our office door with a load of large, nice watermelons. Calling us out, he loaded upon our shoulders one of the largest, nicest melons we have seen this year.

Sol Hook has returned from the San Francisco Medical Institute, where he has been under treatment for “Tumor in the jaw.” He returned very much improved in looks and health.

Mrs. McDonald, opposite the Presbyterian Church, has the latest thing in corsets, Call around and see them, they are indispensable to either fleshy or lean persons.

130 Years Ago

August 5, 1893

Mrs. H.E. Elliott and D.O. Judy were registered at the Barnes hotel Esparto, on Mon day evening of this week.

The afternoon train from Rumsey was an hour and a half late yesterday, owing to the disabling of the lo-

Years Ago

Dispatches from the Express archives.

comotive. The freight engine was sent up to Rumsey and brought the delayed train and disabled engine on down.

Fred Snodgrass who has been laid up the past ten days with a felon on the thumb of his right hand, is getting along very well now.

Charles Cooper, who has a place on the S.C. Wolfskill tract, southwest of town, brought us in a watermelon Thursday afternoon which weighed 40 pounds.

A dead Chinaman was found by Arthur North, in the Chinahouse on his father’s place, yesterday afternoon. Word was sent to town and Coroner Bean was notified by telephone, and came over and held an inquest. The jury returned a verdict that the deceased came to his death from wounds in the head, inflicted by an axe in the hands of some person unknown to the jury.

William Russell shipped 147 crates of cantaloupes to the San Francisco market last Tuesday. He shipped 103 crates on Monday.

J.C. Cradwick has thoroughly cleaned and fitted up the rooms in his hotel building and they are now ready for occupancy.

95 Years Ago

August 3, 1928

Lester Ireland and son, Wayne, John Sidwell, Everett Sidwell, Charles E. Day and Carl Belz made up a party that journeyed to Markley Canyon to spend a few days hunting. Three of the party were successful in bagging a deer. Wayne Ireland captured his prize, a forked horn, the first day of deer season. Carl Belz killed a forked horn and Everett Sidwell bagged a three-pointer.

Mrs. John Griffin of Richmond visited relatives in town last week. She was accompanied home by her children, Jean and Dean who had been spending some time with their grandmother, Mrs. D.O. Judy.

Roy Haven came up from Oakland Saturday to spend the weekend at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E.F. Haven. Postmistress Ora A.

Woods left last Saturday afternoon for Santa Barbara where she is in attendance at the Postmaster’s Convention this week. She plans to return home Monday.

Charles Elliott and family returned home Wednesday from a motor trip to Los Angeles and southern cities. They also visited with Ray Dafoe and family who reside near Taft.

Miss Mildred Pleasants has returned home from Wasco where she spent several weeks with her sister, Mrs. Leo Kohfield and family.

80 Years Ago

August 6, 1943

Wilbur E. Riley was sworn in as City Clerk at the meeting of the City Council Tuesday night. He succeeds Lloyd Adams who has resigned on account of press of other business.

Tony, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Martin, is at home from Camp McCain, Mississippi on a 15 day furlough.

Cpl. Albert Ichtertz of Camp Kohler was among the Saturday night visitors in town.

Oscar Holmes Jr., who left home July 24, has been heard from at Parris Island, South Carolina. Oscar is with the Marine Corps.

City of Winters Fire

Jul. 19: 11:40 a.m., Mutual Aid, Water problem, other ~11:59 a.m., 87E, False alarm or false call, other

Jul. 20: 14:03 p.m., Toyon Lane, False alarm or false call, other ~14:58 p.m., Colby Lane, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury ~15:33 p.m., Main Street, False alarm or false call, other

Jul. 21: 5:56 a.m., CR29, Dispatched and canceled en route

~11:09 a.m., Kennedy Drive, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury ~12:40 p.m., Morgan Street, False alarm or false call, other ~19:55 p.m., Railroad Avenue, False alarm or false call, other ~23:09 p.m., Hwy 128, Extrication of victim(s) from vehicle

Jul. 22: 8:27 a.m., I-505, Dispatched and canceled en route ~11:03 a.m., Putah Creek, Dispatched and canceled en route

Jul. 23: 4:20 a.m., Main Street, Public service assistance, other ~15:13 p.m., Manzanita Way, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury ~16:03 p.m., I-505, Motor vehicle accident with no injuries.

Jul. 24: 18:13 p.m., Mutual Aid, Natural vegetation fire, other ~20:33 p.m., Almond Drive, Good intent call, other

Jul. 25: 1:21 a.m., Morgan Street, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury ~15:30 p.m., Russell Boulevard, False alarm or

Obituary

1946–2023

Larry Youdell passed away on June 23, 2023, in Napa, California. Larry was born in Michigan in 1946 and moved to California with his parents as an infant. He grew up in Winters and graduated from Winters High School in 1964. After serving two years in Vietnam in the U.S. Army, Larry returned home to complete some college and explore var-

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ious career paths. He eventually settled in Napa where he met his wife and raised a family. He worked at Basalt Rock Company and then Silverado Country Club, from which he retired after many years. Larry was a modest man, a gentleman, and a talented artisan. He had a lifelong curiosity about what he saw around him, and he had a natural sense of design

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false call, other ~16:17 p.m., Red Bud Lane, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury ~16:38 p.m., Abbey Street, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury ~20:09 p.m., Almeria Place, False alarm or false call, other

Police Arrest Log

Jul. 22: Catron, Trevor Neil (Age 24), Charges: DUI, DUI .08 percent or higher BAC, Unsafe speed, Disposition: Transported to Yolo County Jail

Jul. 23: JimenezGonzalez, Elizabeth (Age 26), Charges: Inflict corporal injury on spouse/ cohabitant/date, Child abuse, Battery, Disposition: Transported to Yolo County Jail Report Log

Jul. 20: 5:06 a.m., 200th block of Abbey Street, Possess obscene matter of minor

~7:53 p.m., 1000th block of Valley Oak Drive, Audible Alarm

Jul. 21: 1:45 p.m., 900th block of Kennedy Drive, Unauthorized use of card

~7:56 p.m., 700th block of Railroad Avenue, Audible Alarm

Jul. 22: 8:50 p.m., 200th block of Wildrose Lane, Rape Investigation

Jul. 23: 1:25 a.m., 800th block of Jackson Street, Verbal Domestic dispute

~9:26 a.m., 700th block of Matsumoto Lane, Vandalism

Jul. 25: 10:19 p.m., 400th block of Main Street, Verbal Domestic Dispute

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that was apparent in his drawing, jewelry making, garden design, and woodworking. His love of woodworking led him to create unique works of art that have been prized by collectors. When he wasn’t working in his woodshop, Larry would often be found fishing on the banks of the river or listening to an eclectic mix of music. An avid reader and selftaught chef, he never stopped learning new things. He was kind and generous with his time and talent and was most happy when sharing his knowledge with his grandchildren.

Larry is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Carolyn; his two beloved children and their spouses,

Alia (Joe) and David (Brook); and his two dear grandchildren; as well as several cousins. His family held a private service at his request. If you wish to make a donation in his memory, please consider Wish es4Warriors.org.

Farmer’s Markets aren’t new to Winters. This picture titled “Really Good Stuff” appeared in the July 21, 1994 Express. Farmer’s Market patrons (from left) Debi Bowen, Kyle Bowen, Peggy Graf and Paul Whiting, get some Italian sodas from Nancy Dzeidzic (who worked at Good Stuff). Cropped out of the picture was Kelly Dzeidzic who was helping her mother that day.

Lawrence H. (Larry) Youdell

Courtesy photo Lawrence H. (Larry) Youdell

Acquaintances testify in Dominguez competency trial

By Lauren Keene McNaughton Media

WOODLAND — Testimony in the Carlos Reales Dominguez competency trial shifted Wednesday from friends’ observations of his mental decline to his time in custody at the Yolo County Jail.

Dominguez, 21, arrived at the Woodland jail on the morning of May 4, under arrest for the stabbing murders of two Davis men, David Henry Breaux and Karim Abou Najm, as well as the attempted murder of Kimberlee Guillory.

“Mr. Dominguez presented with bizarre posture — he was very rigid,” jail social worker Amy Gutierrez said under questioning from defense attorney Dan Hutchinson. “He also presented very flat, which means with no emotional response.”

Gutierrez noted that Dominguez answered

questions, but was “guarded” and gave minimal, one- to twoword answers.

Hutchinson contends his client is mentally incompetent to stand trial, a claim that Yolo County prosecutors dispute, saying he’s “toying with the system.” A jury must now determine whether Dominguez is aware of the nature and purpose of the court proceedings, his status in them, and whether he can assist his attorney in preparing his defense in a rational manner.

With the defense carrying the burden of proving Dominguez’s incompetency, Hutchinson earlier this

week called Dominguez’s friends and former roommates who testified about his shift from a shy, yet sociable college freshman who became increasingly thin, unkempt and reclusive over the next two years.

Hutchinson said medical professionals will testify Dominguez suffers from a psychotic disorder, likely schizophrenia, that requires hospitalization and treatment before he’s able to stand trial.

Like most first-time inmates facing serious charges, Dominguez initially was placed on suicide watch at the jail, even though he never expressed thoughts of anxiety, depression or self-harm. That status typically is lifted after an inmate meets with a mental-health professional.

But Dominguez remains on suicide watch nearly two

months later because “he has shown an inability to care for himself” by refusing to eat or shower, express a safety plan or identify a reason for living, Gutierrez testified.

Eventually, Dominguez stopped communicating verbally at all. His continued decline became so concerning that Gutierrez said she sought his hospitalization on a 5150 hold, defined as being gravely disabled and a danger to himself or others due to mental illness.

‘Like I wasn’t alive’

Earlier Wednesday, the jury heard from Sidney Slesicki, who befriended Dominguez his freshman year over their shared interest in music. Dominguez moved into Slesicki’s room on Hawthorn Lane when Slesicki moved out last fall, but Slesicki continued to visit the house and

BeSmart educational program by Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund. Hackett explained further that “it’s all about bringing the community together and helping to keep our kids safe, especially… We want to make sure we can give information to our families.”

remained friends with Dominguez.

After winter break ended early this year, Dominguez had “little to no interaction” with Slesicki or any of his roommates. At first, they thought the snubs stemmed from a confrontation that occurred the prior November, when Dominguez was late with his rent payment.

On later occasions, when Slesicki tried to greet him with “fist-bumps” while in passing, “he would just walk past me like I wasn’t alive,” he said, pausing with emotion. “This is just really tough for me.”

Slesicki said he last saw Dominguez on May 3, the day Davis police apprehended him. He recalled driving up to the Hawthorn Lane house as Dominguez walked out the front door and “he was staring out into dead space.”

havior, Ask (about) unsecured guns in other homes, Recognize the role of guns in suicide, and Tell your peers to Be Smart,” the acronym for their organization.

Superintendent update

Chief business officer Jonathan Feagle presented trustees with a proposal to update Boonchuoy’s employment agreement.

tled to receive an additional increase that is equal to the overall percentage increase that was negotiated with the district.”

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Las imágenes de la cámara de una gasolinera capturaron el Toyota Sequoia dorado en el que los dos sospechosos dejaron un fuerte olor. El vehículo se describe como un modelo más antiguo con llantas cromadas del mercado de accesorios en las ruedas.

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sociales de la Policia de Winters PD. Se produjeron robos similares en Dunnigan y Davis en el mismo período de tiempo. El Departamento de Policía de Winters está traba-

jando con la Oficina del Alguacil del Condado Yolo (Yolo County Sheriff Office) y el Departamento de Policía de Davis (Davis Police Department) para confirmar si los robos estaban relacionados.

Cualquier persona que tenga información sobre este

incidente debe comunicarse con la línea de información de la Policía de Winters por correo electrónico a tips.winters@winterspolice. org o por teléfono al 530-795-4561. Las personas que llaman pueden permanecer en el anonimato, según la publicación.

Hackett’s presentation stated that “firearms are the leading cause of death for children in the US” and explained that BeSmart encourages families to take a number of safety measures, including to “Secure all guns in our home and vehicle, Model responsible be-

“The current employment agreement,”

Feagle explained, “states that he’s entitled to an automatic 3 percent increase to his base salary if he receives a satisfactory annual performance evaluation; also the agreement states that the Superintendent is also directly enti-

With this, Feagle said “the district settlement with our teachers for 2023-24 was for a 6 percent increase, and as the board has confirmed, Dr. Boonchyoy’s (portion) of the 2022–23 evaluation has been completed and his performance rated as satisfactory.”

Trustees unanimously approved to increase the Superintendent’s annual base salary to a total of $207,100 as well as extending his employment by one year at least.

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Kevin Neri/Sacramento Bee pool photo Carlos Reales Dominguez

Wednesday, August 9

Winters Joint Unified School District First Day of School

Wednesdays

Eat Well Yolo Drive – Through Food Distribution Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m. As supplies last, Winters High student parking lot, off Railroad Avenue

Thursday, August 3

Winters JUSD Trustee Facility Master Plan Workshop No. 2, 4-6 p.m., School District Office Board Room

Winters Hispanic Advisory Committee 6:30 p.m., City Hall Large Conference Room (Abbey Street entrance)

Winters JUSD School Board Meeting, 6 p.m., School District Office, Zoom Meeting info, check https://bit.ly/ WintersJUSDBoardAgendaCommunitySite

Thursdays

Eat Well Yolo Food Distribution, first and third Thursdays, 10 a.m. As supplies last, RISE, Inc., 417 Haven St., 530-668-0690

Friday, August 4

WTC Presents "Much Ado About Nothing" Opening Night, 7 p.m., Winters Community Center, winterstheatre.org, 530-795-4014

Saturday, August 5

WTC Presents "Much Ado About Nothing," 7 p.m., Winters Community Center, winterstheatre.org, 530-795-4014

Monday, August 7

Winters High School PE & Music Building Grand Opening, 5 p.m., Winters High School

Upcoming

Friday, August 11

WTC Presents "Much Ado About Nothing," 7 p.m., Winters Community Center, winterstheatre.org, 530-795-4014

Saturday, August 12

WTC Presents "Much Ado About Nothing," 7 p.m., Winters Community Center, winterstheatre.org, 530-795-4014

Monday, August 14

Winters Climate Action Commission Meeting, 6:30 p.m., City Hall Large Conference Room (Abbey Street entrance), Check cityofwinters.org/climate-action-commission

Library Services

Winters Library Open to Public (No School in Session), Winters Community Library, Mon/Wed: 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Tue/Thu: 12–8 p.m., Fri/Sat: 1–5 p.m.

Teen Tuesday (ages 12-18), Second Tuesdays, 2 p.m., Winters Community Library

Bilingual Storytime (ages 0-5), Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Winters Community Library

Virtual English Conversation Group Tuesdays, 2-3 p.m., One time registration required: Contact Nancy Pacheco 530-666-8019 or nancy.pacheco@ yolocounty.org

Mangonada Monday (ages 6-12), fourth Monday, 3:30 p.m. Tech Thursdays, Thursdays, 2-7:30 p.m., call 530-6668005 to schedule an appointment. Bilingual sessions available upon request.

Saturday Matinee, First Saturday, 2 p.m., Winters Community Library

All You Need is Love Romance Book Club, Second Saturday, 4 p.m., Hooby’s Brewing

Older Adult Programs

Winters Senior Foundation Chair Yoga Class for Seniors, Wednesdays, 9:30-11 a.m., St. Anthony Parish Hall (511 W. Main St.)

Winters Senior Foundation Social Gathering, Thurdays, 1-3:30 p.m., St. Anthony Parish Hall (511 W. Main St.)

Ongoing

Winters Farmers Market, Sundays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Main Street – downtown Winters, discoverwinters. com/farmers-market

Winters Friends of the Library meeting, first Monday, 7 p.m., Winters Community Library, Margaret Parsons Room, wfol.org

Rotary Club of Winters meeting, Thursdays, Noon, The Buckhorn

Winters Museum public hours Thursday thru Sunday, 1-5 p.m., 13 Russell St.

Winters Open Mic, third Saturday of the month, 6 p.m. (sign-ups begin at 5 p.m.), Downtown Main Street.

Kiwanis Club of Winters meeting, fourth Thursdays, 6 p.m., Hooby's Brewing

Democracy Winters meeting, third Saturdays, 10 a.m.Noon, Meeting details in newsletter, contact info@ democracywinters.org

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings:

» St. Anthony Parish Hall, 511 Main St. (back entrance) Tuesdays, 7-8 a.m. and Fridays, 7-8 a.m. » Yolo Housing office building, 62 Shams Way: Thursdays, 7-8 p.m. and Sundays, 9 a.m.

Young brings experience, excitement to Winters high schools this fall

By Crystal Apilado Editor-in-Chief

High school students will return to school with another new building, a new bell schedule and the new combined model of having Winters High School and the Wolfskill Career Readiness Academy all on the same school site. With optimistic energy and a desire to bring strong support for staff and new opportunities for student success, Justin Young returns to Winters as the new principal for both high school sites.

Young originally served as the WHS vice principal from 2017 to 2019. He said he loved every aspect about Winters, except the commute from Roseville where he lived with his wife. Young said the sole reason he left his role in 2019 was to be closer to home. However, now that he lives closer he’s ready to step back into the administrative leadership role as both WHS and Wolfskill CRA students and staff embark into a new era together.

“The cool thing is having been here, having the perspective and different experiences to know that this is something I want to do and what I don’t want to do,” Young said about his return to Winters. “I have a lot of positive energy and excitement and belief that what we’re doing here is best for the students. We have fantastic staff who care deeply about our

students, and knowing some of them already helps to continue building on the momentum of what we want to do.”

Young said he enjoys working at the high school level because there are so many opportunities for students to learn and grow academically through programs, clubs, athletics and experiences they have available to them. He said he finds fulfillment in watching students learn and it’s exciting to see what they do with the tools and opportunities provided to them to build up both career and life skills.

“Students can get involved in multiple activities. Many

of our students are in all sorts of things,” Young said. “They can develop those skills that can transfer to all fields of education. Academic, social emotions. In the professional world that will set them up for success.”

Education inspiration

His mom is a long-time elementary school educator, and seeing the commitment and dedication she gave to provide her students with opportunities made an impact. Young finds inspiration to be a pillar of support and to provide the type of support he received from his teachers.

“The beauty of education is you want to ensure that all of our students have the skills and can be successful. That’s the drive,” Young said. “Through educators, I had, through the opportunities I had, and my mom. I want to ensure that all students have that access and opportunity.”

Young began his college journey at UC Santa Barbara with the goal to become a lawyer.

However, after volunteering in a classroom he fell in love with being an educator and decided he no longer wanted to go to law school. During his senior year, he switched his path to from law to education.

He obtained his teaching credential from Cal State Long

Celebrating Walt Neil, Elder Day honoree

Walt Neil was born in Sacramento on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 1933. He grew up in Rio Vista on a little ranch filled with chickens, rabbits and pigs. His family sold the rabbit pelts to the military. Growing up, Walt’s parents and grandparents were very loving and good teachers of life.

When Walt was born, he lived in San Quentin State Prison because his grandfather was employed as a turnkey from 1906 and retired in 1947. While living at San Quentin State Prison during World War II, Walt can remember looking out over the Bay and watching all the military ships traveling in and out of the Pacific. He would also watch the sky as military aircraft prepared in their training maneuvers.

Growing up, Walt loved to fish and hunt. Walt held many jobs while in school such as washing cars, working in a gas station, paper route, tire changer where he held the record for changing a tire in a certain amount of time. He is also an Eagle Scout.

Walt had a large paper route of more than 300 customers and because of its size, his dad helped him purchase a car — a 1937 Chevy convertible, that Walt later sold for $150. Walt’s grandfather taught Walt how to drive his 1937 DeSoto while Walt sat on his lap.

Walt began college in Santa Rosa and then decided to join a union and become a contractor. But after exposure to digging trenches, he joined the forest service.

Walt also worked for Aerojet for nine years building engine kits for rockets, that ultimately went to the moon. He joined his father and purchased several prosperous

commercial sites in and around the Bay Area, including So-

lano County and the property where Green River Brewing and

Taproom is. Walt has owned that property since 1965. His son John Neil operates the thriving Green River Brewing and Taproom business. Walt met his wife Sally because his parents were friends of her parents, and they owned the local movie theater and the only motel in town. Walt and Sally eloped in 1965 in Reno.

From 1971 to 1983, Walt worked for the Washoe County Sheriff’s Department in their Search and Rescue (SAR) division that covered close to 7,000 square miles in the northwest corner of Nevada. Washoe County Sheriff utilizes teams of citizen volunteers, as auxiliary deputies, to conduct SAR missions. SAR specialists like Walt are essential for locating people in distress, delivering them

Wally Pearce Winters Elder Day Council

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Walt Neil built engine kits for rockets that went to the moon and worked as a Search and Rescue specialist with the Washoe County Sheriff’s Department in Nevada.

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Justin Young returns as the new principal with new experiences to help support staff and students at Winters High School this fall.

New emerging trends

By Joedy Michael Special to the Express

As the market heated up coming into summer, it’s been interesting to see how buyers and sellers react to competitive situations, especially when

it comes to property conditions and value. While more common in urban communities, sellers locally are becoming more inclined to get pre-sale inspections before listing their homes. This step allows buy-

ers to review reports and understand property conditions before putting in an offer and increases the chances for a seller to receive a non-contingent offer.

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I am a fan of this model in the right circumstances. An interesting shift is now seeing agents countering on offers that are not contingent on inspections and asking buyers to keep a three-day

inspection contingency to do their due diligence. This is purely to protect the seller from any possible lawsuits resulting from negligence or non-disclosures. I am cautious of agents who counter in such a manner because this is a recent development and I wouldn’t want my buyer clients to be negatively impacted by the one-sided move.

Another change I have noticed is how a seller’s credit may be taken into account

in appraisal reports.

For the past year, ever since the interest rates went up, buyers could request a seller credit to help towards closing costs or rate buy-downs. To benefit both parties, we would increase the purchase price by the seller’s credit value. This strategy requires the value to be assessed at the agreed purchase price, which will allow the buyer the liberty to use the credit towards making the deal more affordable, and the seller still gets market value for their home.

If an appraiser deducts the seller’s credit value from the purchase price, it can

make the deal lopsided and potentially fall out of escrow. We are now seeing more and more of this and a recent conversation with an appraiser has confirmed that appraisers were now asked to include the seller credit as a negative adjustment in the value estimate. Being aware of these recent changes helps create better and stronger offers for buyers and increases the chances of closing escrow.

If you have any questions about recent developments or our local market, please send me an email! Reach Realtor: Joedy. Michael@norcalgold. com

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PAINTED. 5 bed, 3 bath home, walking distance to beautiful downtown Winters. Low maintenance front and backyards. Seller willing to credit $10,000 toward buyer’s closing costs. Offered at $725,000. Call for details.

5.85 ACRES OF WALNUTS in between Winters and Davis off Russell Blvd. County says you can build on it! Offered at $550,000. Call for details.

38 ACRES! Beautiful Chandler Walnut orchard. Located just outside of Winters off Putah Creek Road. Very well taken care of. Great producer, Excellent soil, solid set sprinkler system with an ag well. Would make for an awesome building site! Offered at $1,095,000.

IN NATOMAS. Super clean 3 bed, bath. Offered at $560,000.

AN ABSOLUTE PIECE OF PARADISE ON 3.26 ACRES! Just outside the Winters City limits. This home has it all. Tastefully remodeled great room, includes your own personal bar, and an amazing wood burning fireplace. The outdoor pool area is like a private retreat.Beautiful outdoor kitchen with all the amenities, as well as a full outdoor bathroom and shower. Oh ya, there’s more. The shop is 50X90 and has its own gym area. Plenty of room for the motor home, and or boat. Offered at $2,095,000

IN WOODLAND. 4 bed, 2 bath. Large lot. Great location. Offered at $549,925

GREAT STARTER HOME. 3 beds, 1 bath. New flooring throughout. Close to all schools. Offered at $350,000.

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Old people need to get out of the way

There are people who don’t slow down as they get older, but most of us start making mistakes and we run out of energy and the clock keeps ticking. I don’t like to talk politics this far from an election, but something is wrong with our elected officials in Washington, D.C. I’ll skip Sacramento, for now.

Last week, several of our leaders had memory lapses. Dianne Feinstein, 89 years old, couldn’t remember to vote and was told to “just say aye” by the committee chair. Mitch McConnell, 80, stopped talking for 20 seconds, while holding a press conference, and was led away by his staff. He later returned and told everyone he was fine.

I don’t think so.

There are senators, like Bernie Sanders, 81, who seem to be fine, mentally, or past President Donald Trump, 77, who still seems to have the energy to keep working or playing golf, but they are the exceptions. The average age of a U.S. Senator is 64.

Two senators, Charles Grassley and Dianne Feinstein were born in 1933, when Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected president for the first time.

Congress is a little better, with an average of 57, but California is

represented by Grace Napolitano, 86, Maxine Waters, 84, Nancy Pelosi, 82, Anna Eshoo, 80, and our own John Garamendi, 77. It is hard to defeat an incumbent, but at some point, they need to just get out of the way and let some new blood, with new ideas, take over. Or, we can stop voting for older politicians.

President Joe Biden, 80, is visibly fading before our eyes. He has aged more than he should have in the past two years, just like President Johnson did.

I’m hoping that nothing happens to him, but he needs to retire and let a different Democrat step up. Can you imagine what he will be like, both mentally and physically, six years from now?

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again — with over 300 million people in the United States, we have had to pick between Joe Biden and Donald Trump as the best two people to lead our country? I’m hoping we will find someone else to vote for in the primaries.

New-ish exhibit

The museum is changing exhibits, from sports to a composite of past shows. I took the opportunity to put in some shelves to display more of my

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Horoscopes

ARIES (Mar 21/Apr 20) Aries, someone in your life says they’re making changes, but when you look closely it seems like much of the same. A little encouragement on your part can help this person along.

TAURUS (Apr 21/May 21) Tread lightly if you broach a difficult conversation with someone close to you, Taurus. These are tricky waters you are navigating and you want to maintain the relationship.

GEMINI (May 22/Jun 21) Problems may seem to you to be bigger than they really are, Gemini. Step back, take a few breaths and then look at things from another perspective. Ask for a second opinion as well.

CANCER (Jun 22/Jul 22) Look for the double meanings in conversations you’re having with coworkers this week, Cancer. They could be trying to tell you something, so read between the lines.

LEO (Jul 23/Aug 23) Leo, you are typically good at reading others’ moods, so use that skill this week when placed in a sensitive situation. It will help guide you on what to say and what to keep quiet for now.

VIRGO (Aug 24/Sept 22) There is a lot of socializing going on in your life right now, Virgo. Enjoy the excitement while it lasts and maximize all of the events you can attend. Things may start to slow in a few weeks.

LIBRA (Sept 23/Oct 23) It’s probably best to keep your head down for the next few days and just go about your normal routine, Libra. Don’t get pulled into anyone’s drama or offer your take on things.

SCORPIO (Oct 24/Nov 22) Scorpio, it is time to be more proactive about getting what you want. Make a list of the things that most interest you right now, and then devise a plan to make things happen.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23/Dec 21) Figure out which stance you want to take right now, Sagittarius. Are you seeing the glass half full or half empty? Perception can affect your daily life in many ways.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22/Jan 20) Good news is on the way, Capricorn. This will leave you floating on air for some time afterwards. Surround yourself with the people you love this week so that they can share the good fortune.

AQUARIUS (Jan 21/Feb 18) There is a lot that you have been juggling for some time, Aquarius. Unless you take a break or ask for help, one of those balls are going to fall and that could have a domino effect.

PISCES (Feb 19/Mar 20) Pisces, you have every right to express your opinions. Others will just have to accept what you say even if they don’t agree with it.

Express Yourself Letters

Connection makes Winters

extraordinary

Winters is extraordinary to me because it is a community that functions to its core on the premise of connection. In this day and age it is a community where we still talk to our neighbors, we feel safe allowing our children extra independence in their ability to safely navigate the town, and we rally around anyone representing Winters through music, art, sports, academics etc. regardless of race or

economic status. Being from Winters is a bond so strong- I instantly fill with pride anytime I get to share where I am from. I have yet to hear anything but, “I love that town,” if people know where Winters is.

As an alumni of our school system, a competitive athlete both through the school and outside of it, a former educator at Winters High and now a current youth sports coach and PTA President — Winters has given me a platform to be wholly myself. I have been given opportunities in a small town that have given me the confidence to bloom elsewhere, in larger settings. It is

this town that has instilled the spirit in my soul to give back and make a difference to people I know and love.

In 2013, my husband (also a Winters native) and I graduated from the University of Oklahoma. We thrived because of the education and the ability to make lifelong connections that we learned from this town. We both truly believe that being from Winters made us fit in with the midwest hospitality we felt in Norman. We often boasted about our tiny town from Northern California to which people would say, “I have to

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cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank cashier s check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below of all right title and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below The sale will be made but without covenant or warranty expressed or implied regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust with interest and late charges thereon as provided in the note(s) a d v a n c e s , u n d e r t h e t e r m s o f t h e D e e d o f T r u s t , i n t e r e s t thereon fees charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice o f S a l e ) r e a s o n a b l y e s t i m a t e d t o b e s e t f o r t h b e l o w T h e a m o u n t m a y b e g r e a t e r o n t h e d a y o f s a l e T r u s t o r : K I N D

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junk and give the museum a wall to hang more pictures. I hired someone to help me and was expecting him to bring along one of his brothers. He showed up alone and said he had called a cousin, who might show up. Well, it was just the two of us. We started at 8 a.m., took a lunch break, and finished at 4:30. I was beat — so I went

home, took a few Motrin, had a glass of wine and fell asleep in my recliner. The next morning my feet still hurt, but not enough to stop me from hitting a little white ball through the trees. It reminded me that I’m 72 and shouldn’t be standing on ladders all day long. All I need now is for someone, younger, to write this column for me. Did I just hear someone say, AI? Have a good week.

common designation if any shown above The property heretofore described is bein g sold “as is” If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason the successful bidder s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and t h e s u c c e s s f u l b i d d e r s h a l l h a v e n o f u r t h e r r e c o u r s e I f n o street address or other common designation is shown directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale The following s t a t e m e n t s ; N O T I C E T O P O T E N T I A L B I D D E R S a n d N OTIC E TO PR OPER TY OWN ER a r e s ta tu to r y n o ti c e s fo r a l l one to four single family residences and a courtesy notice for all other types of properties NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien If you are the highest bidder at the auction you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property You are encouraged to investigate the existence priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder s o f f i c e o r a t i t l e i n s u r a n c e c o m p a n y e i t h e r o f w h i c h m a y charge you a fee for this information If you consult either of these resources you should be aware that the same lender m a y h o l d m o r e t h a n o n e m o r t g a g e o r d e e d o f t r u s t o n t h e property NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee beneficiary trustee or a court pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be m a d e a v a i l a b l e t o y o u a n d t o t h e p u b l i c , a s a c o u r t e s y t o those not present at the sale

If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916) 939-0772 or visit this Internet Website http://www nationwideposting com/ using the file number assigned to this case 229-019495 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website The best way to verify p o s t p o n e m e n t i n f o r m a t i o n i s t o a t t e n d t h e s c h e d u l e d s a l e

NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code If you are an “ eligible tenant buyer, you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction If you are an eligible bidder ” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction T h e r e a r e t h r e e s t e p s t o e x e r c i s i n g t h i s r i g h t o f p u r c h a s e

First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (916) 939-0772 or visit this internet website http://www nationwideposting com/ using the file number assigned to this case 229-019495 to find the date on which the trustee s sale was held the amount of the last and highest bid and the address of the trustee Second you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee s sale Third you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee s sale If you think you may qualify as an eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder ” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immedi-

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court and have a copy served on the plaintiff A letter or phone call will not protect you Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case There may be a court form that you can use for your response You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www courtinfo ca gov/selfh e l p ) y o u r c o u n t y l a w l i b r a r y o r a t t h e c o u r t h o u s e n e a r e s t you If you cannot pay the filing fee ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form If you do not file your response on time you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court There are other legal requirements You may want to call an attorney right away If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service If you cannot afford an a t t o r n e y y o u m a y b e e l i g i b l e f o r f r e e l e g a l s e r v i c e s f r o m a nonprofit legal services program You can locate these nonp r o f i t g r o u p s a t t h e C a l i f o r n i a L e g a l s S e r v i c e s W e b s i t e (www lawhelpcalifornia org) the California Courts online SelfHel p Center (www courtinfo ca gov/selfhelp) or by contacting your local court or county bar association NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10 000 or more in a civil case The court's lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case ¡ A V I S O ! L o h a n d e m a n d a d o S i n o r e s p o n d e d e n t r o d e 3 0 d í a s l a c o r t e p u e d e d e c i d i r e n s u c o n t ra s i n e s c u c h a r s u v e r s i ó n L e a l a i n f o r m a c i ó n a c o n t i n u a c i ó n T i e n e 3 0 D Í A S D E C A L E N D A R I O d e s p u é s d e q u e l e e ntreguen e sta ci tac ión y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entreue una copia al demandante Una carta o un llamada telefónica no lo protegen Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta Puede encon trar es tos formul arios de l a corte y más información en el Center de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www sucorte ca gov) en la biblioteca de leges de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un forumlario de exención de pago de cuotas Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corted le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero a bienes sin más advertencia Hay otros requisitos legals Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente Si no conoce a un abogado puede l l a m a r a u n s e r v i c i o d e r e m i s i ó n a a b o g a d o s S i n o p u e d e pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requis itos para obtener servicios legals gratuitos de un programa de servicios legals sin fines de lucro Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, ( w w w l a w h e l p c a l i f o r n i a o r g ) e n e l C e n t r o d e A y u d a d e l a s Cortes de California (sucorte ca gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales AVISO: Por ley la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los cost o s e x e n t o s p o r i m p o n e r u n g r a v a m e n s o b r e c u a l q u i e r

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to safety, and providing necessary medical care. Walt operated in a range of environments and provided skills such as working in hazardous conditions, poor weather, including climbing, swimming/diving, and parachuting when required.

Walt played a considerable amount of baseball as a pitcher, and even had the opportunity to sign with the New York Yankees. He said he always wanted to be like Whitey Ford, an American professional baseball player who was one of the best pitchers on the New York Yankees team that won six World Series championships.

Walt moved to Winters in 1983. Walt represented the Winters FFA chapter internationally.

Walt has four children, two boys and two girls. He has four great-grandchildren, three girls and a boy.

Walt retired at 50 years of age after working 17 years at Viking Engineering in Reno, Nevada. While employed at Viking,

Walt worked with and traveled to numerous offshore companies in Russia, England and France.

Today, Walt is still an active businessperson and engages in work as his health will allow. Walt has had both knees operated on and that has helped with his mobility needs.

Walt’s opinion of getting older that it is what it is, and you must be tough.

Walt’s greatest success in life is being 90 and being able to do what he wants. He said one of the best thing in life for today is his 83-year-old girlfriend.

If a young person were to ask Walt for advice about life, Walt would say they have a tough road ahead and to stay focused.

See all eight 2023 Elder Day honorees at https://tinyurl.com/ bddftxvx.

Wisdom of Silence’ exhibit opens at YoloArts’ Gallery 625

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The contemplative paintings of Mahsan Ghazianzad, will be on display in a new solo show premiering at YoloArts’ Gallery 625 on Friday, Aug. 4.

The series of works exhibited in the show, Mahsan Ghazianzad: The Wisdom of Silence, is inspired from the time the artist spent in a state of contemplation, she says in her artist statement, particularly during the pandemic. She says during that time “… I set aside all means of distraction and reconnected with mother nature exploring sceneries and natural beauties to find real-life inspirations.”

Ghazianzad grew up in Iran’s capital city, Tehran. Surveillance by the government in Tehran was a given during her teenage years, and free speech was not. Rooftops were the only places she and her friends felt they could talk without being spied on and she painted views from there. She went on to attend Tehran’s Soore University where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Art. She pursued an MFA at the University of Nevada, Reno and is currently an adjunct art professor at American River College in the Los Rios Community College District. She has participated in numerous

exhibitions and artist talks nationally and internationally.

Ghazianzad uses color, line and shape in harmonies and abstract compositions to express emotions, thoughts, and sensations. A wide variety of sources influence her artwork including personal history, poetry, philosophy, music, and the works of artists she admires. While she has some stories to tell, she is not really a narrative painter, taking an approach akin to what a poet might use. A favorite quote of the artist is from the Greek poet Simonides who said, “Painting is silent poetry, and poetry is painting with the gift of speech.”

The titles of her paintings in this show reflect the contemplative nature of her work such as, Silence, has much to say; Listen! and Untouched by Words. Primarily in-

Beach and his master’s administrative credential from Cal State East Bay. Young started off teaching at a Bay Area high school before discovering a new passion as an instructional coach. The new administrative leadership role eventually led him to Winters in 2017.

New school year

As students return to high school next week, Young wants them to know that the staff is committed to supporting them and setting them up for success. The new bell schedule will allow students to have more opportunities to take classes they

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visit one day.” They should, and they just might fall in love.

want to in addition to the classes they are required to take.

He also has committed to dressing up for all spirit days and hopes that students will get involved on campus and in the community. Young said getting involved helps to connect students with each other and staff members – which creates a strong foundation for them as they grow through their high school career.

He wants families and the community to know that he is looking to listen to them and partner with them to provide opportunities for students. Between site council, volunteer opportunities and more – together they can empower students and encourage them

Invitation to WHS PE and Music Building grand opening

to continue building up their skills and experiences.

Young said student success trickles down from everything they do from the school to families to community engagement with students.

“We are delivering high caliber, engaging, relevant, meaningful instruction for our students to be successful,” Young said. “This is an exciting new chapter for everyone, and I’m here to learn. As an educator and lifelong learner, I want to learn from the community and all of our educational partners about what can I do, and what can we collectively do to take the high school experience to the next level, as we open this exciting chapter.”

terested in works that convey personal meaning, Ghazianzad works to capture the essence of her experiences through her paintings.

Ghazianzad will attend the opening reception from 5:30–8 p.m. Friday Aug. 4, coinciding with the downtown Woodland First Friday event. Timothy Pia will be performing a collage of instrumentals from several genres including folk, pop, country, and traditional. His array of instruments includes finger-style acoustic guitar, mandolin, ukulele and Native American flute. Light refreshments, including Yolo County wine, will be available.

Gallery 625 is located at 625 Court St. in Woodland, in Yolo County’s Erwin Meier Administration building and is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

When my husband and I got married we wanted to put roots down in the same town that connected us — believing our children deserved the same type of magical childhood we both had. The safety, connection, community and opportunity to be heard, seen and celebrated. It is also why upon moving back I switched career paths and went to graduate school to be an educator and mentor in a way so many incredible Winters JUSD educators and mentors before me fueled my passions. After a few years of teaching, I chose to stay home to raise our children. My passion for education led me to the PTA president position today where I get to rally around incredible board members who share the love of equity, diversity, opportunity and inclusion that I do.

Winters taught me the love of volunteering, connection, community, trust and opportunity. I already see history repeating itself through my own children and knowing they will be cultured, included and celebrated makes me beam with pride.

DANIELLE SMITH

Winters resident, Alumni, Former Educator, Youth Sports Coach and Winters Combined PTA President

Winters Joint Unified School District is delighted to announce the grand opening of the stateof-the-art Winters High School PE and Music Building. The celebration will take place on Aug. 7, commencing at 5 p.m., to honor the incredible support of our community in enhancing the educational facilities for our students.

The WHS PE and Music Building project represents a significant milestone in our commitment to providing an exceptional learning environment for all students. This new facility will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in nurturing their physical and artistic talents, fostering well-rounded individuals ready to tackle the challenges of the future.

The grand opening event will kick off with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony, symbolizing the inauguration of this remarkable addition to our campus. We are honored to have esteemed community leaders, dedicated educators, and

passionate students gracing the occasion. As part of the festivities, attendees will have the opportunity to take self-guided tours of the brandnew building. Witness firsthand the state-of-the-art equipment and spacious classrooms designed to inspire the pursuit of excellence in both physical education and music programs. Light refreshments will be provided, offering an opportunity for attendees to mingle and celebrate the collaborative spirit that made this vision a reality.

We are grateful to the community for the investment in this building, and we extend a warm invitation to staff, parents, alumni, and friends of the Winters JUSD to join us in celebrating the grand opening of the WHS PE and Music Building on Aug. 7 at 5 p.m. We look forward to sharing this momentous occasion with you.

RODY BOONCHOUY, ED.D. Superintendent, Winters Joint Unified School District

Elena Herrera

Elena Herrera, a sophomore on the Winters High School, is Pisani’s Athlete of the Week. Herrera started with the WHS cheer squad her freshman year of high school and showed exceptional strength as a base. “During our stunt camp, she guided her stunt team in achieving advanced stunts. When taught a new skill, she masters it quickly and is ready for more,” head coach Sterling Davis.

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Walt Neil is proud of his years as a volunteer with the Washoe County Sheriff’s department in Nevada, and of his Eagle Scout accomplishment in the Boy Scouts.

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“Untouched by Words” by Mahsan Ghazianzad.

Celebrate Native American Heritage Day at Peña Adobe

Peña Adobe Historical Society

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The Peña Adobe Historical Society will celebrate Native American Heritage on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet author Richard Burrill who has published seven books on Ishi, the last surviving member of the California Native American Yahi tribe. Ishi was discovered in 1911 in Oroville, California and was taken to UC Berkeley where anthropologists studied him. Burrill’s newest book “Unvanquished: Ishi’s Story of Survival, Resilience, and Forgiveness” details those first four months of Ishi’s life in San Francisco from Sept. 4,

‘Much Ado’ opens Friday

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This weekend marks the opening night of Shakespeare’s romantic comedy where couples find love, fall out of love, and then find love again. Winters Theatre Company presents William Shakespeare’s, “Much Ado About Nothing” on Friday and Saturday for its opening weekend. Set to enchant audiences with its wit, romance, and timeless themes, this captivating production will be an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Director Rodney Orosco said the case has “done a great job representing the comedy and social commentary” of Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing.”

“It really is the original

romantic comedy, two confident, and passionately repressed people try, and fail, to not fall in love with each other,” Orosco said. “The cast captures not only the humor of the play, they also capture Shakespeare’s social criticism—the hypocrisy of a male-dominated society based on head-slapping ridiculous notions of honor and place.” The talented ensemble of local actors brings Shakespeare’s classic tale to life in a fresh and innovative way. “Much Ado About Nothing” follows the entangled relationships of two couples, the quick-witted Beatrice and Benedick, and the idealistic Hero and Claudio, as they navigate the complexities of love, deception, and mistaken identity.

“Written more than 400 years ago, the play’s sublime, and obvious, portrayal of male bigotry (think Bro’ culture) will seem all too, unfortunately, modern,” Orosco said.

The production will take place indoors at the Winters Community Center, 201 Railroad Ave. in Winters. The outdoor stage where WTC’s Summer Shakespeare play typically is performed is being renovated. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays Aug. 4 through Aug. 12, at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door or by going to the www.winterstheatre.org. Food and treats will be sold before the show and at intermission. For more information visit www.winterstheatre. org or call 530-795-4014.

1911, to Dec. 31, 1911.

Rebekah Canavesio from the Cultural Resources Department at Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation will speak with park visitors about the many aspects of Yocha Dehe culture, including preservation of its language and oral history, governance, dance, food and agriculture.

Kaitlyn Scott Moxon, Artifacts and Exhibition Manager of the Vacaville Museum will be on hand to share Native American items from the museum collection. Moxon will chat with guests about the Vacaville Museum’s mission which includes cultural and historical preservation for all of Solano County.

“Kalpulli” is the term that refers to group or family, the social organizing principle in cities throughout the Central American Aztec Empire. “Anahuak” is the name for water from the four sacred directions. The Kalpulli Anahuak Aztec Dancers, who recently danced at the 7 Generations Tribal Council Annual Summer Powwow at Solano College, will demonstrate Aztec dances for park visitors. Later in the program Chiricahua Apache, Armando Perez of Vacaville, will dance the Crown Dance. Apaches performed The Crown Dance to protect the community from disease and enemies.

Come to the Peña Adobe and make a corn husk doll, make a shell necklace on a Native American pump drill, snack on Navajo fry bread, a 144-year-old Navajo tradition and learn about the Native Americans who lived here long before the Vacas and Peñas arrived in 1841 from the New Mexico Territory.

The Peña Adobe Regional Park is located off I-80, left of the Lagoon Valley Park entrance. This event is free. For questions, call 707-4470518 or email penaadobe@ gmail.com.

Rachel HowardTill as Ursula, Sarah Shirley as Margaret and Jennifer Rutherford as Hero in William Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing” which opens this Friday, Aug. 4 at the Winters Community Center.

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Logos Books puts focus on watercolor

Winters Express Logos Books will host Wednesday Senior Watercolor Zoom Group’s show, “Wednesday Watercolors” from Aug. 5, to Sept. 1.

A 2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 11, at Logos Books, 513 Second St. in downtown Davis.

For several years this class met at the Davis Senior Center, sponsored by the city of Davis.

At the onset of the pandemic the Davis Senior Center closed and the group could no longer meet in per son. The Zoom platform eventually became the means by which the group interacted.

“It is different,” said instructor Lucy Cain Sargeant on using Zoom. “Delightfully so, in that everyone has a front row seat. Everyone can ask questions and comment, share work close up and participate in the weekly paint-along

demonstrations.”

The participating artists in this show include Sargeant, Shari Dayton, Teresa Bunn, Nancy Campos, Sandy DeVault, Bob Fretwell, Kathy Hayes, Deborah Horowitz, Eydie Landise-Turner, Karen Reiser, Terri Wegener, Carolyn Underhill, Futaba Wood. Lucy Cain Sargeant earned her master of fine arts degree from San Jose State University after over a decade as a staff illustrator for Sunset Magazine in Menlo Park.

Contact Lucy Cain Sargeant at sargeant_lucy@yahoo.com. You can meet the artists at their 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception on August 11 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Light refreshments will be available.

Public receptions for local artists will also be held at various venues on that same evening in conjunction with the Davis Downtown 2nd Friday ArtAbout. You can see more details and a map of venues at facebook.com/davisartabout or https:// theartery.net/2nd-friday-artabout.

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Unvanquished by Richard Burrill.

Below, Kalpulli Anahuak Aztec Dancer Pamela Solano.

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Docent Armando Perez shares his Apache Heritage.