When it’s time for a new HVAC system

The average lifespan of these units is 15 to 20 years, so it may be time to think about a replacement. If this description fits your HVAC system, then consider buying before disaster strikes during low-demand cooler months. Prices go up for parts, units and service as temperatures rise –and you don’t want to risk a failure in the heat of summer.

What to look for

Be aware of ever-increasing energy costs, checking them on a year-over-year basis per month. You should also be concerned if your repair costs have reached more than half the cost of a new unit. More dust around the home, or poorer air quality are signals. Oftentimes, people simply notice that the HVAC system is struggling to keep the home at a comfortable temp. Have a professional evaluate the system itself, while looking for air leaks in the ductwork or home. These leaks can have a huge impact on your unit’s heating and cooling ability.

New advances

Modern HVAC units offer vast improvements, even over counterparts from just a decade ago. In particular, older units use a lot more energy. Some experts say you can save 20 to 40 percent on cooling costs with an upgrade. Look for the Energy Star rating from the U.S. Department of Energy, which certify that these units are some 15 percent more efficient than standard models – a potential difference of hundreds of dollars annually.

Buying a new one

When evaluating new units, look for HVACs that include a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (or

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SEER) that’s greater than 11.6, a thermal expansion valve, and variable-speed air handlers. Fan-only switches allow for ventilation at night while reducing your costs. Check-filter lights offer helpful reminders, while an automatic-delay switch will turn off the fan a little while after the compressor stops. Programmable thermostats also offer options that use less energy when you are away.

Before installation

Before installing a new unit, be sure that there are enough registers to adequately air condition the property – and enough return registers to get enough air back to the system. Insulate attic ducts and seal all leaks. Make sure nothing is blocking airflow to the condensing unit, and that the thermostat is away from sources of heat.

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Passing of Harold Anderson

The March 4 passing of Harold Anderson saw the loss of a true “lion” whose representation and stewardship for Winters has been unmatched over the past three decades. His impact on our community is all around us and will be seen for generations to come.

During his almost three decades on the City Council, Harold represented the City on practically every board and commission within the region and his influence was amongst the most respected of any in elected office. He was a soft-spoken man but when he spoke, all listened intently to the saged wisdom he elicited. He brought practicality and vision to moving Winters and the region forward. He helped secure funding for some of our biggest projects.

In Winters, you see the impact of Harold everywhere. The revitalization of a thriving Downtown, the Putah Creek Car Bridge, the Railroad Bridge, the restoration of Putah Creek, the North Bank Trail, the Library and Pool, the Public Safety Facility and the roundabout on High-

Gratitude for student program support

On behalf of Alissa Garcia, Paris Zaragoza, and their Every 15 Minutes mentors, we would like to thank the following agencies/organizations: California Highway Patrol, California Office of Traffic Safety, Winters Police Department, Trauma and Grief Support Programs of Winters and Davis (TAGS), Winters Fire Department, Yolo County District Attorney’s Office, Yolo County Sheriff’s Office, Solano County Superior Court, REACH Air Medical Services, American Medical Response (AMR), Woodland Memorial Hospital, and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).

Thank you for your way 128. The affordable housing projects such as Orchard Village, Blue Mountain Terrace, Winters Apartments II and the rehab of the Almondwood Apartments.

Harold was an innovator, advocating for Winters to be the first city in the region with a “form-based code” which serves as the basis for future planning for our core. He was a great colleague to all on the City Council, helping to educate them and make them effective. He set the tone for collegiality, dignity and respect on all levels.

Harold Anderson was a strong advocate for both seniors and youth, He was an active member of the Rotary Club of Winters and formed the nonprofit Rotary Foundation whose focus is “for the benefit of young people.” Harold was the center of the Rotary Youth Day Pancake Breakfast for over 20 years.

Winters has lost one of its greatest champions, a man whose impact and legacy can be seen daily and whose stewardship has made our town one of the best anywhere.

JOHN W. DONLEVY, JR.

continued support of this program and our Winters High School students. An additional thank you to the following businesses/ organizations who stepped up in big ways to help our seniors complete their Capstones: Jensen Films, Winters Tow, Winters Healthcare, Hotel Winters, Starbucks, Dulinsky General Engineering, Lorenzo’s Town & Country Market, Morgan’s of California, Pacific Ace Hardware of Winters, R&V Screen Printing, and Winters JUSD. We are so appreciative of your generosity, donations, and behind-thescenes support!y

ANDREA HURST and COURTNEY CASAVECCHIA Senior Capstone Project Coordinators

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The Solano County Water Agency is opening the document to a public comment review period ending the first week of April T h e I n i t i a l S t u d y / M i t i g a t e d N e g a t i v e D e c l a r a t i o n c a n b e v i e w e d a t w w w s c w a 2 c o m u n d e r E n v i r o n m e n t a l P e r m i t & C o m p l i a n c e D o c u m e n t s

The Solano County Water Agency has determined that implementation of the proposed Project as mitigated will not cause s i g n i f i c a n t a d v e r s e i m p a c t s o n t h e p h y s i c a l a n d b i o l o g i c a l c h a r a c t e r i s t i c s o f t h e e n v i r o n m e n t

The Solano County Water Agency Board of Directors will hold a P u b l i c H e a r i n g t o c o n s i d e r a d o p t i n g a n d c e r t i f y i n g t h e at their regularly scheduled meeting on April 13th at n g t h e h e a r i n g o r a l a n d w r i t t e n c o m m e n t s w i l l b r

LUNCH MOB AT 3

@ 11:30am

At 3 Restaurant, we are so excited to celebrate The Community Day!

Three Restaurant, 721 Texas Street, Fair�eld. Threerestaurant@ gmail.com, 707-673-4129

American Mile: The Boardwalk @ 8pm The Boardwalk, 9426 Greenback Ln, Orangevale

Barrio Manouche: Bissap Baobab // WORLD MUSIC

NIGHT @ 8pm Bissap Baobab, 3372 19th St,

Adrian West Band @ 6pm Roxx On Main, 627 Main St, Martinez

Paul Tolle @ 6pm Private Event, Sacramento

Kyle Athayde + Christelle

Durandy @ 6:30pm Regiis Ova Caviar & Champagne Lounge, 6480 Washington St, Yountville

Alphonso Horne: Sammy Miller & The Congregation @ 7pm SFJAZZ Center, 201 Franklin St, San Francisco

Enon @ 7pm The Hotel Utah Saloon, 500 4th St, San Francisco

Lánre

@ 7pm The Hotel Utah Saloon, 500 4th St, San Francisco

Stevie Nicks

@ 7pm Chase Center, 1 Warriors Way, San Francisco

Button Masher @ 7pm DNA Lounge, 375 11th St, San Francisco

Wyn Starks @ 7:30pm

The Independent, 628 Divisadero St, San Francisco

Sorcha Richardson with

Uncle Chris @ 8pm / $17 Cafe Du Nord, 2174 Market St., San Francisco

PEARL CHARLES

@ 8pm Rickshaw Stop, 155 Fell St, San Francisco

Michael Rault @ 8pm Rickshaw Stop, 155 Fell St, San Francisco

Alphonso Horne: Sammy

Miller & The Congregation

@ 8:30pm SFJAZZ Center, 201 Franklin St, San Francisco

S.R. Laws at Heavenly Corner

@ 12pm Heavenly Ski Resort - South Lake

Tahoe, 3860 Saddle Rd, South Lake

Tahoe

Lucky & the Rhumba

Bums featuring Miss Car‐men Getit: Steve Lucky's Hammond Cheese Combo @ 7:30pm The Royal Cuckoo, 3202 Mission st, San Francisco

SUNDAY LIVE MUSIC: BaRoVa Brothers

@ 4:30pm

Sunday vibes at 3 Restau‐rant! Three Restaurant, 721 Texas Street, Fair�eld. Threerestaurant@ gmail.com, 707-673-4129

Stevie Nicks

@ 7pm Golden 1 Center, 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento

Alphonso Horne: Sammy Miller & The Congregation @ 7:30pm SFJAZZ Center, 201 Franklin St, San Francisco

Comedian Eric Neumann @ 7:30pm / $18.75

Cobb's Comedy Club, 915 Colum‐bus Ave, San Francisco

Flexx Bronco @ 8pm Bottom Of the Hill, 1233 17th St, San Francisco 38 Spesh @ 8pm / $13 Brick and Mortar Music Hall, 1710 Mission Street,

The Purple OnesInsatiable

Tribute to Prince: The Purple Ones at Empress Theatre

@ 8pm Empress Theatre, 330 Vir‐ginia Street, Vallejo

Alphonso Horne: Sammy Miller & The Congregation

@ 8:30pm SFJAZZ Center, 201 Franklin St, San Francisco

Maroon Vibes: The Milk Bar, SF @ 9pm Milk Bar, 1840 Haight St, San Fran‐

Healing Arts Workshop (1-Day) @ 3:30pm

Sign up for this free, one-time Healing Arts workshop at the Pence Gallery. Pence Gallery, 212 D Street, Davis. pencesocialmedia@ gmail.com, 530-758-3370

FRIDAY LIVE MUSIC:

DENNY JAMES AND ROB

ROCKS

@ 5pm

Join us on Friday night for an un‐ forgettable musical experience with

Denny James and Rob Rocks.

Three Restaurant, 721 Texas Street, Fair�eld. Threerestaurant@ gmail.com, 707-673-4129

Alphonso Horne: Sammy Miller & The Congregation @ 7pm SFJAZZ Center, 201 Franklin St, San Francisco "California Suite"

/ $21.50

Theatre CompanyPollock Stage, 1419 H Street,

Hall, 1710 Mission Street, San Francisco

Indianna Hale @ 8:30pm Bottom Of the Hill, 1233 17th St, San Francisco

THURSDAY LIVE MUSIC:

RENDISHUN BAND @ 5:30pm Good food, live music, beer and wine is a mood! Three Restaurant, 721 Texas Street, Fair�eld. Threer estaurant@gmail.com, 707-6734129

Wine Women & Shoes, bene�tting A�uarium of the Bay @ 6pm / $150-$200

There are few combinations that evoke glamour and

El Dorado Hills

"Adam Strauss Is Not Unhappy" @ 7:30pm / $10 The Marsh San Francisco Main‐Stage Theater, 1062 Valencia St., San Francisco

Th' Losin Streaks @ 8pm Old Ironsides, 1901 10th St, Sacra‐mento

The Four Eyes @ 8pm Old Ironsides, 1901 10th St, Sacra‐mento Lab Rats @ 8pm The Starlet Room, 2708 J St, Sacramento

Chad Price - Solo @ 8pm Torch Club, 904 15th St, Sacra‐mento

Forever Goldrush @ 8:30pm Torch Club, 904 15th St, Sacra‐mento Steve Lucky & the Rhumba Bums featuring Miss Carmen Getit @ 8:30pm Local Edition, 691 Market St, San Francisco

Walk With Me for Child Abuse Prevention Month @ 12am Apr 1st - Apr 30th Join Cope Family Center for our annual Walk With Me Walk-A-Thon to help prevent child abuse and neglect! Napa. sjensen@copefami lycenter.org, 707-252-1123

Kids Day 2023 @ 11am Join Cope Family Center at Oxbow Commons