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Bring the whole family out to the 36th Annual Truck and Tractor Pull on Saturday. The free admission event—that's right, spectators watch for free, will pay-out to pullers in certain classes. Show starts at 3 p.m., scales run from 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m. All donations go to the Ish Hernandez Foundation at Hazel Hawkins. No alcohol is allowed. 5100 San Felipe Road. Bring your own seating.

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Studio 23 is offering a Day of the Dead pop-up workshop on Saturday, October 7, 10 a.m.–Noon. Come join the fun in preparing for this great San Juan Bautista activity. Hosted by Madgal Designs and The ART Experience of San Juan Bautista, the workshop promises to be fun and creative. Sign up at darleneboyd.com.

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Hollister VFW Post 9242 will award $200 to the winner of this year’s Patriot Pen Essay Contest and $25 to the runners-up. Contest is open to students in grades 6–8 in public, private schools as well as home school students. This year’s theme is “America’s gift to my generation.” Rules and entry forms are at the Office of the County Superintendent of Education on Fifth Street or at vfw.org. Deadline is October 31. Send completed entries to 860 Marne Dr., Hollister, 95023, attn: VFW Contest Chairman. Robert Eliason

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INNOVATION NATION Richard Goozh, chief financial officer at Teknova, a biomedical company in San Benito County discusses how the firm teamed

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Horses were saddled up and kicking up dust Friday evening, as the grandstand at Bolado Park opened its gates for the San Benito County Fair Horse Show.

said Jim Brumfield, whose 14-acre horse ranch on San Juan Highway is a short walk from the site of the planned bridge. The riverbed crossing will be funded completely with federal money from the Federal Highway Administration's Toll Credit Highway Bridge Program, with construction slated for the spring of 2017. “The key to a better transportation

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foothills of Hollister by ranchers to herd cattle, the skills were showcased with great finesse by the competitors. The stock horse division is separated into two classes—junior and 18 and over. The riders put their horses through different patterns and skills— turning in one direction and then the other and

make his pizzas. In starting the business, he is also bringing a taste of his family’s home country to his family’s hometown in Hollister. The Felice family is from the Calabria part of Italy and has deep roots in San Benito County as well. With the opening of Forno, meanwhile, Hollister will once again

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An intimate crowd of spectators watched while close to forty entrants showed off their horse skills and competed in the stock horse and cutting show. “They are skills that were once needed and now people use them for fun,” said Dara Tobias, county fair manager. “They’re kind of old fashioned, horse riding skills.” Once used in the

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GIDDY UP The San Benito County Fair Horse Show kicked off the annual festivities last Friday at Bolado Park in Tres Pinos. The county fair officially starts on Sept. 28.

HORSE SHOW KICKS OFF SAN BENITO COUNTY FAIR

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The San Benito County chapter of the national nonprofit organization Birthday Cakes 4 Free started last spring and group members have been bringing cakes, cupcakes and muffins to low-income seniors and children ever since then. Since the group started in June, its members have delivered about five cakes a month to the Emmaus House, Chamberlain's Children Center and the assisted living facility Whispering Pines Inn. Now they're looking to expand to individual homes in the county. A2

workforce through an education partnership with Gavilan College, a surefire move to keep skilled workers in the region at a time when half the population commutes out to Silicon Valley or Monterey County for work. Bill’s Bullpin, a comic book store that is celebrating 30 years in Hollister

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A $16 million bridge stretching 900 feet across the San Benito River is planned to connect Y Road and San Juan Bautista. But in this rural area, the number of people it will serve is small. “It's like our own bridge to nowhere,”

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land and resources. Then there are companies such as Corbin, a world-renowned motorcycle accessories maker with deep ties to the Hollister Independence Rally who is re-imagining the electric car with the lightweight, three-wheeled Sparrow. Biotechnology company Teknova is investing in its

The company vying to build a 247-megawatt solar farm in Panoche submitted a draft supplemental environmental impact report addressing plans to examine impacts under a revised, reduced proposal. PV2 Energy filed the supplemental draft EIR on Dec. 23. The prior company overseeing the project, Solargen Energy, had an initial EIR approved by the county board in late 2010. A5

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A year ago, Brad Sparrer was the No. 5 player in the lineup on San Benito High’s golf team. But entering the 2015 season—practice starts on Feb. 1—the 5-foot-8, 140pound sophomore will likely be the Haybalers’ No. 1 player. Sparrer’s meteoric rise came the good old-fashioned way: hard work. B1 Nick Preciado

special place. Within its borders is an exhilarating mix of tradition and innovation. Agriculture remains the county’s largest industry, but among the fields and furrows are producers that are doing things differently and looking to diversify their holdings and make the most out of their

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could come out soon.” City officials hope to get ahead of the state when they start issuing recreational cannabis business permits next year. Local officials fear losing local control if they don’t have a law on the books. While the city established a medical cannabis dispensary ban in 2011, nothing has been established for recreational. City officials are currently drafting a

A three-car collision on Shore Road left two people dead last Saturday. Yolanda Louise Hernandez, 56, of Los Banos, and her passenger Arnulfo T. Garcia, 65, of Hayward, sustained fatal injuries after her 2014 Kia Forte was struck by a 2017 GMC Yukon and a 2013 Kensworth on Saturday, September 23 at 7:39 a.m.

Garcia was the former editor-in-chief of the inmate-run paper San Quentin News. At the time of the collision, Richard Mendes, 48, of Hollister, with passengers Diane Mendes, 41, and N. Mendes, 1, were travelling westbound on Shore Road approaching Frazier Lake Road in the Yukon sport utility vehicle. Hernandez’s Kia compact car was travelling southbound on Frazier lake Road approaching Shore Road. According to a California Highway Patrol press release, Hernandez

didn’t yield at the stop sign at the intersection of Shore and Frazier Lake Roads and was struck by Mendes. Hernandez was then struck by the Kenworth heavy-duty truck driven by Ulises Cuevas, 27, of Atwater. Hernandez and Garcia sustained fatal injuries from the collisions. It’s unknown at this time if drugs or alcohol played a factor. The collision is still under investigation. Anyone with information regarding the collision is encouraged to call CHP Officer Tiffany Quintana at 408-848-2324.

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Kline was there watching her granddaughter, Chloe Diaz, compete for the first time in the Stock Horse Show. Kline was noticeably worried. But, the look of concern had nothing to do with the young rider’s skills “She’s a good rider,” said great-aunt Linda Kline. “All this waiting makes grandma very nervous.” Hollister resident, Monty Bryan, was there preparing for next year’s show with his tenyear-old granddaughter. “She plans to complete next year in this event,” he said. “We go to the horse show every year.” San Benito County Fair, Bolado Park, 9000 Airline Highway, Tres Pinos. September 28– October 1.

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performing clean, smooth stops. The horses performed these different skills first without a cow, and then with cow. In the cutting competition riders demonstrate how to “cut” a calf off from its herd. “It’s a skill you would use if you needed to doctor a cow. If a calf got sick, you would need to cut it out of the herd and you would be able to rope it to be able to doctor it,” Tobias explained. While riders waited for their time to compete, the center of the grandstand was set aside for horses to rest and exercise between events. “They’re like athletes,” Tobias said. “You don’t want them to go out and do anything cold.” Up in the stands, Debbie

SMOOTH RIDE Competitors at the San Benito County Fair horse show

display skills common in the county’s cattle country.

Hollister Downtown Association names new director AMALIA ELLIS IS PRESIDENT OF HOLLISTER ROTARY Staff Report

Amalia Ellis takes the reins as executive director of the Hollister Downtown Association, the board of directors announced this week. Ellis succeeds Brenda Weatherly, who served in the role for the past 12 years. “I think the Downtown Association will benefit greatly from Amalia's background and past experience,” said Jan Holthouse, president of the association’s board of directors. “We are very excited to welcome her to Downtown Hollister.” Ellis steps into the role with a deep background in sales,

marketing, public relations and community outreach. Born in the Southern California city of Pacoima, Ellis moved with her family to Santa Cruz in 1989. Most recently, she has worked as owner and principal at Amalia Ellis Design, a company specializing in identity, print and web design, primarily serving local non-profits. She’s president of Hollister Rotary, a Leadership San Benito County alum, and former board member of CASA San Benito. Ellis has been an active member of the downtown association since 2016. The opportunity to steer the Hollister Downtown Association’s future came at the right time, she said. “I’d been looking for a new adventure, a new challenge,” she said this week. “I think the needs of the community as it

pertains to the downtown area is changing with the influx of new residents. I see a lot of opportunity here for business and entertainment options.” The Hollister Downtown Association was established in 1984 to revitalize the historic downtown to be the hub of social and economic activity in our community. The group organizes a full suite of events designed to bring people downtown throughout the year, including the farmers’ market, the Lights on Celebration, and the Summer Street festival. Ellis earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in visual communications and Associate degree in business. Since the start of her career, Ellis has worked in support of reputable building and landscape architecture firms, Paragon Design Group of Los Gatos, and SSA Landscape

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Architects of Santa Cruz, United Way of Santa Cruz County, and eventually founded Amalia Ellis Design. Through her own design firm, Ellis has supported the marketing efforts of United Way of San Benito County, CASA of San Benito, Chamberlain’s Children Center, San Benito County Fair, Gabilan Kinship, and Rotary Club of Hollister among others. In her new role, she hopes to cultivate collaborative relationships to further the mission of the downtown association. “I think we can become a destination place for locals of all ages and tourists” she said. “We could do so much here.

Our proximity to the Pinnacles National Park, hiking and biking trails, and wineries are attractive assets for capturing the attention of tourists and bringing them into downtown for dining, entertainment, shopping, and other business services. With the construction of the new Fairfield Inn & Suites, I’m hopeful that more people will begin extending their trips in Hollister and see more that we have to offer in our beautiful area. I look forward to working with the community to accomplish our goals.” Ellis and her husband, Patrick, reside in Hollister, and are the parents to two sons.

I’d been looking for a new adventure, a new challenge —EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AMALIA ELLIS

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OPINION GUEST VIEW JENNIFER COILE, PRESIDENT, BOARD OF DIRECTORS, 33RD DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION

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Data shows that Hollister is a bedroom community and half of the city's workers leave the county for their job. Yet, to create a sustainable and thriving community, creating more business opportunities within San Benito County is critical. What should local and county leaders do to create, foster or attract more business opportunities to San Benito County? Susan Mullen That is a great question and something we all should be putting a lot of thought to. What types of jobs are people leaving the county for? I guess that's where we need to start. One thing I would like to see is that when developers come to the county they are required to bring streets, roads, safety (turn lanes, traffic signals) up to capacity and that we don't build business or residential over the richest farmland in the world. Now, the important question is, what types of jobs do people leave the county for and can those jobs and relative salaries be recreated here or in the immediate area? Rebeca Armendariz Micro loans to small businesses, work with union apprenticeship programs, hold classes on how to start and maintain a small business—lots of stuff a city can do! Catherine Eva Booth Vaughan Give them the same tax breaks they are giving all of these developers. Give them liquor license. Get rid of the good ole boy attitude. Progress. Accept change. Elect educated politicians. Diana Hogan Saigo Silicon Valley has a lot of startups. I know a lot of folks in Hollister are working for major technology companies—if the city could somehow attract some of those type companies. Nants Foley If I could wave a magic wand,

I would make the 400 block a beautiful urban park. I would cordon off San Benito Street from Fourth to South Streets and turn the vacant lot at Seventh Street into another park. I would create a pedestrian street— think Santana Row. I would also streamline the government process. We have a hideous reputation for being ornery, reactionary and impossible to navigate at both city hall and the two building departments. Ruth Erickson Business support agencies need to work closer together to bring in more industry and business. The city and county need to streamline regulatory processes.

The Question of the Week was sent in an email and posted on the Hollister Free Lance Facebook page on Monday, September 25. Thank you to all who contributed comments.

COMMENTS Hollister City Council certifies 400 block petition Big mistake if they don’t build. The city is gonna lose a lot of money, and for what—an empty lot with tore up grass. Unfortunately, the mayor is gonna make the City of Hollister even more in debt. Great job mayor.

Yeah! We don’t want to be like San Jose downtown. Alan Littlejohn

Glad they care about what the people want. Peggy Bautista

Who are these city council members? Mel Robichaud-Flowers

San Benito County Fair starts Thursday, September 28 at Bolado Park Event Center, 9000 Airline Hwy, Tres Pinos.

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People ask me, “Why go to the county fair?” Easy answer: “Because it is fun!” You can mingle with your neighbors, dance, eat oncea-year foods, listen, learn about local services, get hypnotized, meet local business owners, scream with joy on the carnival rides and admire the achievements of our community’s youth and craftspeople. It’s an American tradition going back to the first agricultural fair in Litchfield, Massachusetts in 1815. I have enjoyed the San Benito County Fair since I moved to Hollister in 2001. I think we have the most beautiful and comfortable fairgrounds in the world, with cool afternoon breezes off the ocean in Santa Cruz and oodles of shade under fabulous trees. Some have told me they like the scale of our fair because it’s easy to see just about everything in less than a day. An urban person like me is stimulated learning about several dozen breeds of chickens in the poultry building, especially when I know some of the children who raised them. I don’t feel the need to view three acres of chickens like at the larger fairs—in fact, that many makes me too tired to go and see the pigs, rabbits and goats. When Governor Brown appointed me to the board of the county fair in 2012, I decided my personal mission was to inspire more people to come to the fair. We started free shuttle service— thank you county express—the local talent stage, art activities, a baby station for a little rest from the noise while nursing or changing diapers and new categories for competitions. Don’t worry if you aren’t in 4-H or FFA, you can enter a video you made on your smartphone, or write a poem in English or Spanish. When you arrive at the fair, you will be handed a daily schedule (also online at sanbenitocountyfair.com). Special events included in the ticket price: Thursday night country music concert (7:30 p.m.–9 p.m.), Quilts of Honor Ceremony of handmade quilts presented to local veterans (Saturday 10 a.m.), Cowboy Church (Sunday 11 a.m.), Taste of San Benito with samples of local drinks and foods (Sunday 11 a.m.–1 p.m.), the Charros and Banda at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Grandstand and the Agriculture-Horticulture Auction at 4 p.m. Sunday, a scholarship fundraiser sale of fruits and vegetables donated by local generous farmers. Three of my grandparents were born overseas. I’m conscious that some county residents did not grow up with the tradition of entering or attending a county fair. We offer bilingual entertainment such as Twinkle Time, Aztec dancers and Los Freddy’s and translated fact sheets about how to enter the fair. This is your county fair. The board of nine volunteers want to hear from you and any comments and ideas that would add to your enjoyment. I hope to meet you at the fair!

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OBITUARIES CONNIE ELLEN KELLY

JOHN C. ALBAUGH

May 30, 1951 - September 23, 2017

September 20, 1919 - September 19, 2017

“Choose to be happy!”

Funeral Mass Wednesday, September 27, 2017, 10:00am at St. Mary Church, Gilroy. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery, Gilroy. Reception to follow.

he light of my life for the last nearly 51 years was extinguished from this world last Saturday morning at 1:00am. She is now shining brightly in the next existence, however you wish to define it. For us, it’s God’s home, Heaven. She is chatting lovingly with our daughter, Briana who died in May, her Mom, Lee, and her sister, Lori, among many others.

What a wonderful experience for her! We are so happy she is free of these worldly chains, her tremors, her blindness, her inability to speak anymore, ambulatory deficits, and her mental torment of being a complete human being but trapped in a dysfunctional body. She was beautiful to the end and looked peaceful and serene after she took her last breath. Her kindness, patience, and love is now being shown to a whole new set of beings. We have no doubt that they are instantly loving her in Heaven as did everyone in this world when they met her. She was truly a special woman. A Mom, a Wife, and a Faithful Friend. Her wisdom was beyond compare. We love her, and always will. She was the best thing that has ever happened to me. Viewing will be this Friday evening, September 29, 2017, from 7:00 - 9:00pm at Johnson Funeral Home in Morgan Hill. Burial is semi-private but feel free to come. It will be at 10:00am Saturday September 30, 2017 at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Morgan Hill off of Spring Street. Memorial services will follow at 12:30pm at South Valley Community Church, 8095 Kelton Drive, Gilroy, CA. Reception following. Come and share our love of Connie together. With love, husband Patric, daughter Erin Engles, husband Ryan, and their daughters Kelsi and Whitney; son Colin Kelly; granddaughter Maille Kelly-Garringer. Pre-deceased by daughter Briana.

ohn moved to Gilroy in 1973 to retire from his Construction Business with his wife of 60 years Margie Albaugh who passed away in 2010 after 60 years. From 1973 to well into his 80’s he was Gilroy’s “handyman.” He also was the backbone behind Margie’s passion— helping the poor, first through her work with the Crippled Children’s Society and then St. Joseph’s Family Center. He was active in the Knights of Columbus, having served as Grand Knight and was honored as Man of the Year for Gilroy in 1982.

He was a devout Catholic and managed the ushers at St. Mary’s for many years. We will all miss his joy for life, love of people, bad jokes and hugs. His beloved wife of 60 years, Margie, passed away in 2010. He is survived by five of six children, Bunny Albaugh of Yucaipa, CA, Bonnie Cochran of Oklahoma, Pamela McCarthy of Folsom, CA, Roy Albaugh of Colorado Springs, CO, and his Gilroy daughter, J. Chris Mickartz, son-in-law Larry Mickartz, granddaughter Stephanie Latronica Vegh, her husband Frank, and great granddaughters, Addison, Isabella and Alexis Vegh. Granddaughter, Kristine Latronica Lee, now lives in Colorado with her husband, Oliver and their children, Maddox and Ava Lee. He had 22 grandchildren and 40 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by his son John Albaugh Jr. Donations in honor or memory to St. Joseph’s Family Center, Gilroy. Condolences at www.HabingFamilyFuneralHome.com

JAMES R. BRANIK March 1, 1973 - September 19, 2017

MARY ELLEN MUNOZ (NENA GARZA) October 11, 1953 - September 6, 2017 Services will be held at Gilroy’s First Baptist Church, 8455 Wren Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020, on Saturday September 30, 2017 at 1:00pm.

n September 6,2017 Mary (Nena Garza) Munoz passed away with her loved ones at her bedside. Mary was very much loved by many and will be missed by all.

She is survived by her three daughters, Mariana Lopez, Michelle Ritchie, Vanessa Montoya, her two brothers Charlie and Juan Carranza and one sister. She leaves behind eleven grandchildren whom she loved to the moon and back, and they loved her just as much if not more. Lets not forget the niece’s and nephew’s. All will miss Mary, a woman with no doubt was there in anyway needed for her family and friends. The Lord has taken her to be reunited with loved ones who’ve passed before her. May you rest in peace mom.

His service is open to the public and will take place Friday, September 29th, at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, located at 17000 Monterey Street, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 at 2:30pm.

DENNIS KEITH KRAKENBERG SR. December 14, 1946 - September 23, 2017 A Masonic Service will be held on Friday, October 6, 2017 at 7pm at the Masonic Center in Morgan Hill.

ge 70, went to be with the Lord on Saturday September 23, 2017 surrounded by loving family and friends. He was born in Seattle, Washington December 14, 1946. Dennis is survived by his step mother Nina Krakenberg, sisters Kathy McCullough and Nancy Flanary. He is also survived by his wife Johanna (Shadd) Krakenberg of 42 years, his son Dennis Jr, daughters Julia (White), Nina (McCarthy), Cynthia (Burke), raised his grandson Matthew, seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Dennis lived in San Martin community for 31 years. He was a Communication Specialist his entire career and an avid ham radio operator, he will be remembered as his call sign “WA6PKY”. Dennis enjoyed spending time with his family, hunting, fishing, and indulging in car restoration. While his love for his family was strong he was passionate about giving back to his community through the Mason Lodge, Shriner’s, The Rock Church, San Diego. In lieu of flowers, if you so desire please donate to Shriner’s Children’s Hospital.

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He is preceded in death by his wife Petra O. Romero and his son Pedro Romero. He was surrounded by his beloved children, Daughters: Carmen, Virginia, Teresa, Alma; Sons Oscar and Jose, 18 Grandchildren and 22 Great Grandchildren. The Rosary will be on Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at 6:30pm at Habing’s Funeral Home. Church services will be held at Saint Mary’s Church on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at 10am. Condolences at www.HabingFamilyFuneralHome.com

ames R. Branik was born on March 1, 1973 to Lawrence P. Branik and Charlotte A. Branik. His sister is Tracey A. (Branik) Morris. He married Gina Baiza-Branik October 18, 1997.

July 26, 1920 - September 23, 2017

efugio A. Romero of Gilroy passed away September 23, 2017, born in Chihuahua, Mexico on July 26, 1920.

FRANCES TERESA PALMTAG December 5, 1921 - September 22, 2017

James was a man of integrity and quiet conviction. James graduated from Leigh High School (San Jose., CA.) in 1991. He worked for the US Post Office (Campbell and Los Gatos) from 1993 to 2005. Officer Branik worked with the CHP from 2005 to present, most recently as a Mobile Road Enforcement (MRE) officer for the Gilroy Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Facility. James loved basketball, GI Joes, Marvel/DC comics, and animals. James loved life, the CHP, and his family and friends. He is deeply loved by them too. In lieu of flowers, James’ family has requested donations be made to the CHP 11-99 Foundation in James’ name.

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be more county involvement in getting that maintained.” On January 12, county inspection teams discovered a 104-foot long breach in the Pacheco Creek levee on Dara Farms’ property. Another significant, 80-foot breach occurred elsewhere in the levee system during a subsequent storm. “As an individual landowner, taking on an uncapped indemnity to the county represents too much of a liability for us,” Altafi said. “My family and I appreciate you authorizing staff to move forward with the idea of repairs to the levee system.” It would cost an estimated $491,500 for the county to fix the levee system on it’s own. A cheaper option is also possible through a United States Department of Agriculture partnership, but the bureaucratic process would mean a longer timeline in an already delayed process. District Attorney Candice Hooper, speaking as a Lovers Lane resident, called the agreement unilateral. “If the agreement was signed, the county could’ve gone out and slapped on a 2x4 and satisfied their part of the agreement and we would have had no recourse,” Hooper said. “That was my major objection.” She urged the board to allocate money for levee repairs versus having to make annual emergency repairs, which she also stated at the last meeting. “What’s the old saying, ‘you can spend a penny now to save a dime.’ That’s in essence what I’m saying. Spend it now so you’re not having to spend it each and every year. You know how much it costs with this emergency. We’re running out of time. The rains are coming.” Supervisor Mark Medina laid out the plan for an evening town hall on Thursday, October 5 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., which will cater to commuters who can’t make the

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County officials gathered Monday at the San Benito County jail to break ground on a new $20 million expansion expected to be complete in 2019. “The money to construct these buildings comes about every 20 years, so when it comes you better take it,” said former Sheriff Curtis Hill, who served 34 years with the department, including 12 years as sheriff. “Because if you don’t, somebody else is going to get it.” Total project costs for the jail expansion are estimated at $25,016,394. According to county documents, the state is funding $20,053,000, of which $15 million was awarded in 2007 to expand the jail to address overcrowding. “The purpose of the project is actually pretty simple: we’re overcrowded currently because we have people here for longer terms that have increased needs,” said Captain Don Bradley, who said he was hired in 2013 specifically for the jail expansion project. “We need to have a physical plant that will deliver those services.”

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County employees rallied outside the San Benito County Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday to demand accountability as contract negotiations continue. The workers, represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 521 are looking for wage increases, county health care contributions to offset increasing costs and continued holiday office closures established over the last few years. “For the last eight years, county workers have seen only a 3 percent cost of living adjustment while withstanding 16 percent in wage cuts and 270 percent increase in health care costs,” SEIU Communications Specialist Katie Smalls said in a press release. “The county is constantly losing workers to neighboring counties where the pay, benefits and working conditions are preferable.” The current county contract with SEIU Local 521 is set to expire September 30. Negotiations with the county began July 11. The union represents 270 county workers, not including an additional 50 vacancies the county has struggled to fill. Workers are proposing a 4.5 percent raise for the first year of the contract and a 3.5 percent raise in the second year. “We are optimistic that the county board of supervisors will

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San Benito High defeated Watsonville 7-0 on Tuesday in MBL Pacific Division action. Julia Pearson, Vivian Hernandez, Jessica Parga and Zoe Martinez combined to drop only three games in singles play. The Balers doubles team of Laura BeltranAllison Okamoto earned a 7-5, 6-2 win at No. 1, while Emily Hanson-Hannah Isom and Rebecca Laguna-Ladeesa Henry picked up wins at Nos. 2 and 3 doubles.

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The San Benito High boys water polo team was in a titanic struggle with visiting Monterey on Tuesday. Needing a victory to have a realistic shot of winning a league championship, the Haybalers fell behind by a goal midway through the third period after jumping out to a 4-1 lead. If was gut-check time, and Balers coach Brendan Sigourney knew it. Having lost to San Lorenzo Valley by a goal the week before, San Benito needed to buckle down and come through in a close match. “We’ve had some close losses in tournaments, and we needed to play well in the fourth quarter,” Sigourney said.

And that’s exactly what the Balers did, as they held off a tough Monterey squad, 8-6, in a key Monterey Bay League Pacific Division match. San Benito improved to 6-1 in division play, dealing Monterey its first league loss in the process. San Lorenzo Valley remains in first place with no losses in league action. “It’s nice to get this one and grit it out,” Sigourney said. “We needed to keep it together at the end.” Only the Pacific Division champion earns an automatic berth into the Central Coast Section playoffs, and in all likelihood the race will come down to San Benito, Monterey and San Lorenzo Valley. San Benito received all of its goals against Monterey from three players. Zander Bonnet and Josh Corrigan had three goals each, and Oliver Garcia two. The Balers led 4-1 after the first quarter only to see Monterey score four

unanswered, taking its only lead of the game, 5-4, with 5 minutes, 41 seconds remaining in the third period. With Monterey seemingly having turned the tide of the game, San Benito looked in trouble. However, the Balers dug deep and was determined not to lose. With 4:33 left in the third, Bonnet got the equalizer

after he rose out of the water and slammed the ball into the back of the Monterey backstop, an emphatic goal that came when he was left in a rare position of being one-onone with a defender in the hole set position. With 2:12 left in the third and the Balers on a 6-on-5 advantage, Ceily Hepner delivered a perfect

cross-pool pass to Bonnet on the left side. Bonnet rifled a shot to the backstop for a 6-5 lead. Moments later, Monterey had a golden chance to tie things up; however, Balers goalie Casey Matsui made a terrific point-blank save to preserve the lead. Matsui made several dynamic saves throughout, ➝ Water polo, page 19

IMPACT PLAYER Josh Corrigan scored three goals for the Balers in their 8-6 win over

Monterey Tuesday in a key Monterey Bay League Pacific Division match.

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The Hunters are going strong emanuel lee Sports Editor

After playing together at San Benito High, Hunter Nye and Hunter Raquet have taken their skills to Monterey Peninsula College. Playing at the community college level is a big step up from the high school game, but Nye and Raquet have worked hard—no surprise there— and established themselves as starters for a Lobos team that is 2-2 entering Saturday’s game against Merced. In a 51-27 win over Gavilan last week, Raquet threw for 230 yards and two touchdowns, while Nye rushed for 129 yards, including an electrifying 79-yard TD run. Safe to say, things have come together for the duo, who carpool everyday from Hollister to Monterey with fellow 2017 San Benito

High graduate Alex Soto. “My goal is to keep on building with each game,” said Raquet, who ran for 115 yards and threw for 149 more in a 34-13 win over San Jose City on Sept. 16. “I knew coming into the season that I had to pick up everything really fast. I wanted to start; my goal was not to sit on the bench.” Nye and Raquet had tough tasks coming in, as they were competing for starting spots against returning starters. However, both players showed they deserved the starting spot at their respective positions. The 5-foot11, 205-pound Nye had to recover from off-season shoulder surgery before tackling summer workouts and the MPC playbook. Once Nye mastered his assignments, he took off— literally. On Nye’s 79-yard

TD run, he noticed one of the Gavilan linemen slanting on the inside. “I knew our O-line had to block down, and I had to hit the hole hard off left tackle,” Nye said. “I got to the linebackers and ran past them into the open field. Once I learned all the plays, I could read where the defense is and where my blockers are going to be. Then I could focus on making cutbacks behind my lead blocker. … I’m still running hard and breaking tackles.” Unlike in high school, when Raquet was operating a run-heavy offense, the 6-4, 193-pounder has plenty of more opportunities to throw with the Lobos. Raquet has plenty of responsibility in MPC’s run-pass-option offense, as he can run, pitch the ball to a running back or throw ➝ Hunters, page 19

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San Benito High continued to run roughshod over Monterey Bay League Gabilan Division competition, knocking off Salinas in four games on Tuesday. Game scores were 25-13, 16-25, 25-21, 25-18. The Haybalers improved to a perfect 5-0 in division play entering Thursday’s match against Monte Vista Christian. The Balers’ Game 2 loss to Salinas was the first set they’ve dropped in five league matches. Annie Breger and Lauren Sabbatini had 15 kills each, Nicole Andrade had 17 digs and Kieley Hoskins finished with 45 assists.

NOT ON MY WATCH Balers goalie Casey Matsui makes one of his dozen saves in a crucial 8-6 win over Monterey Tuesday. San Benito dealt Monterey its first league loss, while bolstering its chances of a division championship.

POWER PLAYERS Former Balers standouts Hunter Nye and Hunter Raquet are excelling at Monterey Peninsula.

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“Hills tend to be one of my strengths,” she said. “Over the summer I trained hard doing a ton of hill repeats. I try to use that to my advantage going up, but also going down where I can carry my momentum. A lot of people slow down on the downhill, so it’s a chance to make a great move.” With a maturity that belies her age, the 14-yearold Okamoto is making up for lost time after having chronically sore knees in middle school. That is why Okamoto competed in just one track meet and zero cross country races while at Spring Grove School. It’s little wonder Okamoto never realized how much talent she possessed until the summer, when she clocked a fast time in the team’s time trials. A quick start to the season only further bolstered Okamoto’s confidence. “When I started to hit faster times, it opened up a lot of doors for me,” she said. “I realized I could go far in the sport if I continued to train hard.” And that’s exactly what Okamoto has done. Healthy for the first time

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Lauren Okamoto decided to run on San Benito High’s cross country team this season to keep her in shape for soccer. Little did the freshman know how the sport would change her life. “I didn’t expect to fall in love with cross country as much as I have,” she said. “I never expected to get to a point now where when I wake up I think, ‘What workout am I doing today?’” Coaches love athletes like Okamoto because they have intrinsic motivation, or a pure love for a sport. Okamoto comes to practice everyday relishing the thought of improving and maximizing her enormous potential. That’s why Haybalers co-coach Ryan Shorey said before the season that Okamoto is a special talent who could go down as one of the best runners the school has had in recent memory. Okamoto led the San Benito girls team to victory in the first Monterey Bay League Gabilan Division Meet at Toro Park on Sept. 20. She finished second overall in 19 minutes, 52 seconds, setting a personal-record (PR) by one second. Teammate Elli Kliewer took third in 20:04, Mariah Changco was 11th in 21:08, Samantha Cortez was 17th in 21:40, Hailey Cross was 21st in 21:57 and Emily Quinby was 25th in 22:23. This was the third time the Balers have run at Toro Park

in a while—Okamoto is fully recovered from double knee surgery approximately 18 months ago— the freshman is running with vigor, focus and peace of mind. “The orthopedic surgeon said I had extra cartilage in my kneecaps, which caused a lot of cramping,” she said. “When I went in to get the surgery, they cleaned it all out. I did about six weeks of physical therapy twice a week, and they gave me stretches and exercises to do at home. The doctors were very optimistic that after physical therapy I’d be 100 percent, and I feel that way. I’ve come full circle and a long way compared to where I was before the surgery.” Okamoto said her parents, Denise and Jason, provided tremendous support throughout the surgery process. She also credited her main P.E. teacher at Spring Grove, Addie Hain, for being such a positive influence in her life. Okamoto also had David Kaplansky as a teacher, and said Spring Grove encourages kids to exercise and stay fit. “Spring Grove prides themselves on their athletics,” she said. “They have really good P.E. coaches and a great athletics program. They’re very serious about their running, and it’s a positive thing.” Shorey said Okamoto’s positive, can-do attitude is infectious. “Ultimately, Lauren is just the salt of the earth, and I couldn’t be happier to have her with us,” he said. “She is making moves to become the next standout in an already storied

this season, and Okamoto finds herself liking the venerable course more each time. “I’m getting more comfortable there, and I’m excited to hopefully PR the next time we go there,” she said. “As time goes on, I think I’ll get better.” Okamoto ran the Toro Park course in 19:53 in the race before the first league meet, passing several runners not just on the uphill portion of the course but on the downhill.

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over his work ethic and battering ram ways from San Benito to MPC. Even though Nye is colliding with players who are heavier, he still manages to break tackles, especially on first contact. Both players gained 10 to 15 pounds of muscle in the last year, a downright necessity as they moved up to the college level. “I did a ton of weight lifting and really built off that,” Raquet said. “The extra weight and strength has helped me a lot when I have to help block defensive ends or go head to head with linebackers,” Nye said. Nye and Raquet spend plenty of time together—in addition to carpooling, they have all the same classes. The two both received interest from smaller out of state four-year schools, but neither were in those options. When it came to MPC, Raquet loved the fact that Lobos coach Mike Rasmussen was honest about his

chances of transferring after just one season (Raquet had a 3.5 GPA at San Benito). While not commonplace, some players at the community college level in great academic standing transfer after one season. “Coach sat me down and gave me the real deal,” Raquet said. “He didn’t sugarcoat things and say that he could guarantee he could get me out by December. I liked that because I wanted someone to be real with me.” As both players were going through the recruiting process, they realized MPC would be the best fit. “Knowing Hunter and I play well together, it was another advantage for us to stay together and go to MPC,” Nye said. Said Raquet: “It’s great playing together because we can back each other up, just like we did in Hollister. In the end, it worked out for both of us.”

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lead, San Benito took control with goals from Corrigan and Oliver Garcia, whose shot from 8 meters away made it 8-5 with 1:37 to go. Monterey scored with 1:18 left, but the Balers got another key defensive stop to essentially seal the outcome. With 11 seniors on the roster, the Balers know it’s now or never to win that elusive league title. They’ve come close in recent years, only to be denied time and again. For San Benito, it’s all about staying together and cutting down on its mistakes.

Champions crowned San Juan Oaks Golf Club held its annual 36 hole, stroke play format championship tournament last weekend. Kevin Mifsud, above, won the overall title. Becky Reese, below, won the ladies championship. Other winners included Larry Beltramo in the first flight championship and Peter Voss in the second flight championship. Runner-ups included Bill Fixsen, Alfonso Castillo, Craig Archer and Sue Oku.

“We have a talented group of kids, and they can look very good at times,” Sigourney said. “But the mistakes are still there, and we’ll need to improve on those to take things to the next level. We need to put it all together for four quarters.” The Balers want to make teams pay for double-teaming Bonnet at the hole-set, and they’ve been able to do it on occasion. “Josh Corrigan had a big game, and we’re looking for more of our athletes to take advantage when they’re crowding Zander,” Sigourney said.

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934 HOL - FBNS FBN2017-0000278 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: 2017-0000278 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as HOLLISTER LIQUORS 310 First St Hollister, CA 95023 COUNTY OF SAN BENITO: SEKHON ENTERPRISES INC 1657 Santana Ranch Dr Hollister, CA 95023 State: CA Al# 4060186 This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION The registrant commenced To transact business under The fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A and 9/20/2017 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Benito Joe Paul Gonzalez San Benito County Clerk 440 5th Street Room 206 Hollister, CA 95023-3843 Publish Hollister Free Lance: September 29, October 6, 13, 20, 2017

934 HOL - FBNS FBN2017-0000280 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: 2017-0000280 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as BLAZIN' BAYOU BBQ 51 Washington Street San Juan Bautista CA 95045 Mailing Address: PO Box 599 San Juan Bautista CA 95045 COUNTY OF SAN BENITO: BLAZIN' BAYOU BBQ LLC 51 Washington Street San Juan Bautista CA 95045 STATE: CA AL# 201724310177 This business is conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY The registrant commenced To transact business under The fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/25/2017 and 9/21/2017 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Benito Joe Paul Gonzalez San Benito County Clerk 440 5th Street Room 206 Hollister, CA 95023-3843 Publish Hollister Free Lance: September 29, October 6, 13, 20, 2017

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MSRP...................................................................... $19,090

9 OTHERS TO CHOOSE FROM

DealeR DiScount...................................................-$4,091

MSRP...................................................................... $21,915 DealeR DiScount................................................... -$3,916 Sale PRice ............................................................. $17,999 JeeP ca Bc Retail conSuMeR caSh* .................... -$3,000 JeeP ca Retail non-PRiMe BonuS caSh**............... -$500 JeeP ca 2017 Retail BonuS caSh*........................... -$500

Sale PRice ............................................................. $14,999 JeeP ca Bc Retail conSuMeR caSh* .................... -$3,000 JeeP ca Retail non-PRiMe BonuS caSh**............... -$500 JeeP ca 2017 Retail BonuS caSh*........................... -$500

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$10,999

$13,999

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MSRP......................................................................$24,680 DealeR DiScount...................................................-$3,792 Sale PRice ............................................................ $20,888 DoDge ca Bc Retail conSuMeR caSh* ................ -$2,000 DoDge ca non-PRiMe Retail BonuS caSh** .........-$1,000 DoDge ca 2017 BonuS caSh*................................-$1,000 DoDge ca 2017 Retail BonuS caSh*.....................-$1,000

MSRP.....................................................................$25,490 DealeR DiScount..................................................-$3,991 Sale PRice ............................................................ $21,499 JeeP ca Bc Retail conSuMeR caSh* ................... -$2,500 JeeP ca non-PRiMe Retail BonuS caSh**............-$1,500 chRySleR caPital caSh*** ..................................... -$500

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$15,888

$16,999

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2017 JEEP WRANGLER UNLImITED RUbICON 4x4 SUV

2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA MSRP............................................................................. $30,090 DealeR DiScount...........................................................-$4,313 Sale PRice .....................................................................$25,777 chRySleR ca Bc Retail conSuMeR caSh*.................... -$1,000 chRySleR ca non-PRiMe Retail BonuS caSh** ........... -$1,000 chRySleR caPital caSh*** .............................................. -$500 chRySleR Bc Pacifica conqueSt BonuS**** .............. -$1,000 chRySleR ca 2017 Retail BonuS caSh* .......................... -$500 chRySleR tRaDe-in Retail BonuS caSh***** ............... -$1,000

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NET SAVINGS OFF mSRP AFTER DISCOuNTS AND REBATES

NET PRICE AFTER DISCOuNTS AND REBATES

5 $20,777

$6,000

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DealeR DiScount off MSRP ..........................................................-$3,250 DoDge Bc Retail conSuMeR caSh* .................................................-$500 DoDge ca non-PRiMe Retail BonuS caSh**.................................-$1,000 DoDge 2017 BonuS caSh ..............................................................-$1,000 DoDge ca 2017 Retail BonuS caSh*............................................. -$1,750 NET SAVINGS OFF mSRP AFTER DISCOuNTS AND REBATES

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2017 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT 4x4 SUV

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1 AT THIS NET SAVINGS SA #964464 Jeep celebration Bonus cash....................-$500 Dealer Discount off MSRP....................... -$7,000 NET SAVINGS OFF mSRP AFTER DISCOuNTS AND REBATES

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LEGAL NOTICES 933 HOL - Trustee Sale

942 HOL - Public Notice

TS#: 17-20065-SP-CA 4020 Bolsa Road

Grantee Close-out Performance Report

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 17-20065-SP-CA Title No. 170028765-CA-VOI A.P.N. 014-060-008-0 ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY IS APPLICABLE TO THE NOTICE PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR ONLY PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE 2923.3. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/03/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, 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 in an “as is” condition, 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), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Teodoro Otero Galvan, an unmarried man. Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation. Recorded 01/10/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0000457 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of San Benito County, California. Date of Sale: 10/12/2017 at 11:30 AM. Place of Sale: At the Monterey Street entrance to the San Benito County Courthouse located at 440 5th St., Hollister, CA 95023. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $583,414.92. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4020 Bolsa Road, Hollister, CA 95023. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no 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. 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 the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded. 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 office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the 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 made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to 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 714730-2727 or visit this Internet Web site www.ndscorp.com/ sales, using the file number assigned to this case 17-20065-SPCA. 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 Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 09/07/2017 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1230 Columbia Street, Suite 680 San Diego, CA 92101 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 714-7302727; Sales Website:www.ndscorp.com/sales Zahara Joyner, Trustee Sales Representative A-4632639 09/22/2017, 09/29/2017, 10/06/2017

PUBLIC HEARING Grantee Close-out Performance Report Community Development Block Grant 12-CDBG-8410 Community Development Block Grant 13-CDRA-9712 The San Benito County Department of Community Services and Workforce Development will hold a public hearing on October 12, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. The hearing will be held in the meeting room at its offices located at 1111 San Felipe Road, Suite 108, Hollister, California. The purpose of the hearing is to present the Performance and Close-out Report to the public for Community Development Block Grants 12-CDBG8410 and 13-CDRA-9712 and to give citizens an opportunity to make their comments known. In 2012 the County was awarded CDBG funds of $500,000 for the following activities: funds to provide public services including operational funds for battered women’s shelter, winter emergency shelter, and job training services. In 2013 the County was awarded CDBG funds of $500,000 for the assistance with Subsistence Payments (rental assistance). Persons interested in submitting comments may contact the Community Services and Workforce Development Office by phone (831) 637-9293; or in writing by submitting comments to the department’s office located at: Community Services and Workforce Development, 1111 San Felipe Road, Suite 108, Hollister, CA 95023.

Notice of Intent to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration

932 HOL - Petition to admin e Admin Estate of Helen Riddle NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Helen Riddle CASE NO. PR-17-00042 FILED: 9-12-2017. To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Helen Riddle. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by William G. Tiffany in the Superior Court of California, County of San Benito. The PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: William G. Tiffany be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 10-262017 Time: 1:30 p.m. Dept: 1, Superior Court of California County of San Benito, 450 Fourth Street, Hollister, California, 95023 . IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Paul W. Balbas, ESQ Attorney for Petitioner, 535 Monterey Street, Hollister, California 95023, 831.637.0071, Publication Dates: Hollister Free Lance, September 22, 29 and October 6, 2017.

San Benito County supports Equal Opportunity in Housing. The County of San Benito complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by assuring that meeting facilities for Public Hearings are accessible to persons with disabilities, and providing notice and information prior to meetings. Persons with hearing disabilities can call the TDD/TTY phone (831) 6373265. Persons requiring any special needs for access to attend the public hearing should call the CSWD office at 831-637-9293 at least five business days before the scheduled hearing date to arrange for the special accommodations. A Spanish translator will be available at the hearing for those who may need this service. AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA Reportes de Finalización del Bloque Para El Desarrollo De La Comunidad y Funcionamiento de Concesionario 12-CDBG-8410 y 13-CDRA-9712 El Departamento de Servicios de la Comunidad y Trabajadores Unidos (CSWD) conducirán una audiencia pública el 12 de octubre del 2017 a las 5:30 de la tarde en la sala de 1111 Calle San Felipe, # 108, Hollister, California. El propósito de la audiencia es para presentar el reporte de finalización del Bloque Para El Desarrollo De La Comunidad y Funcionamiento de Concesionario #12-CDBG-8410 y #13-CDRA-9712 y para dar la oportunidad a la gente para hacer comentarios. En el ano 2012 el Condado fue otorgado con fondos de CDBG en la cantidad de $500,000 para las siguientes actividades: fondos para proveer servicios públicos a personas o familias de bajos ingresos con asistencia para la administración y operación de la vivienda de mujeres golpeadas, refugio de emergencia durante el invierno, asistencia con programas de entrenamiento. En el año 2013 el Condado fue otorgado con fondos de CDBG en la cantidad de $500,000 para subsistencia con pagos de alquiler. Personas interesadas en someter comentarios pueden comunicarse con la Agencia de Servicios de la Comunidad y Desarrollo de Trabajadores Unidos al (831) 637-9293 o pueden someter sus comentarios por escrito a la Agencia de Servicios de la Comunidad y Desarrollo de Trabajadores Unidos, 1111 Calle San Felipe, # 108, Hollister, CA 95023. El Condado de San Benito Apoya Oportunidades Igual de Viviendas. El Condado de San Benito acata con el Acta de Americanos con Incapacidades (ADA) asegurando que las facilidades de la audiencia pública serán accesibles a personas con incapacidades y proveemos noticia e información antes de la junta. Personas con incapacidades de oído pueden llamar el teléfono de TDD/TTY al (831) 637-3265. Personas que requieren necesidades especiales para asistir la audiencia pública deben que llamar la oficina de CSWD al 831-637-9293 por lo menos cinco días de negocio antes de la audiencia pública para hacer acomodaciones especiales. Un traductor de español será disponible en la audiencia pública para los que necesita este servicio. Publish: Hollister Free Lance September 29, 2017

942 HOL - Public Notice Building Permit Reviews and Inspections NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

Aromas Tri County Fire Protection District 2221 Garden Road, Monterey, CA 93940 Telephone (831) 333-2600 FAX (831) 333-2660 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on September 26, 2017 at 6:30 9.m. the Aromas Tri County Fire Protection District, Board of Directors will meet at the Aromas fire station located at 492 Carpenteria Road, Aromas to consider adoption of an ordinance providing for a fee schedule for building permit reviews and inspections. Dated: Sept 7, 2017 Theresa Volland Secretary of the Board Publish: Hollister Free Lance, September 15, 29, 2017.

FBN2017-0000256 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: 2017-0000256 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as CALI COM SERVICES 103 Live Oak Hollister, CA 95023 Phone: 408.355.4077 Mailing Address: 1760 Ste F, Airline Hwy, PMB #106 Hollister, CA 95023 COUNTY OF SAN BENITO: RICHARD ACEVEDO 103 Live Oak Hollister, CA 95023 This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant commenced To transact business under The fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/1/2017 and 8/31/2017 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Benito Joe Paul Gonzalez San Benito County Clerk 440 5th Street Room 206

In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City of Hollister has undertaken environmental review for the proposed 1001 Fourth Street General Plan Amendment, Rezone, Subdivision, Site and Architectural Review, and Conditional Use Permit, and intends to adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration. The City of Hollister invites all interested persons and agencies to comment on the proposed 1001 Fourth Street Project. File Number: 1001 Fourth Street - Fahmy Project Location:1001 Fourth Street (APNs: 052-080-001 and 052-300-001) Project Description: The applicant is requesting a general plan amendment, rezone, tentative map, a conditional use permit for a planned unit development, and site and architectural review. The City of Hollister will require annexation of the project site into City of Hollister Community Facilities Districts numbers 2 and 4. The proposed project includes the subdivision of approximately eight acres of land. The project proposes a planned unit development (PUD), pursuant to Hollister Municipal Code Section 16.16.030 with a land use designation of Medium Density Residential (MDR) (8-12 dwelling units per acre) on 4.82 acres (APN 052-300001). The remainder of the site (3.25 acres) (APN 052-080001) would remain designated as West Gateway (WG) (20 – 35 dwelling units per acre). Public Review Period: Begins – Thursday, October 5, 2017 Ends – Monday, November 6, 2017 The Draft EIR is Available for Public Review at these Locations: City of Hollister, City Hall 375 Fifth Street Hollister, CA 95023 (831) 636-4300 Or online at: http://hollister.ca.gov/government/city-departments/ development-services/planning/

City of Hollister, Development Services Department 339 Fifth Street Hollister, CA 95023 (831) 636-4360 San Benito County Free Library 470 Fifth Street Hollister, California 95023 (831) 636-4107 Address Where Written Comments May be Sent: Written comments concerning the Mitigated Negative Declaration should be submitted to the City of Hollister, Development Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, November 6, 2017. Please address comments or questions to: City of Hollister, Development Services Department c/o: Abraham Prado, Planning Manager 375 Fifth Street Hollister, CA 95023 (831) 636-4360 ph, (831) 634-4913 fax abraham.prado@hollister.ca.gov

The tentative decision date would be November 16, 2017 and would take place in the City of Hollister Council Chambers, 375 Fifth Street, Hollister, CA 95023 at 6:00 p.m. at a planning commission meeting. Adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration does not constitute approval of the proposed project. The decision to approve or deny the project described above will be made separately as required by City Ordinance. Circulated: September 29, 2017 Si desea información en español por favor comuníquese al 831-636-4360

942 HOL - Public Notice Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2017-18 AROMAS TRI-COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR A FEE SCHEDULE FOR BUILDING PERMIT REVIEWS AND INSPECTIONS

934 HOL - FBNS

NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION

Hollister, CA 95023-3843 Publish Hollister Free Lance: September 8, 15, 22, 29, 2017

934 HOL - FBNS FBN 2017-0000253 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: 2017-0000253 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as ASK, SEEK, KNOCK HAIR 7 601 San Benito St Hollister, CA 95023 Phone: 831.776.3836 Mailing Address: PO Box 652 Hollister CA 95024 COUNTY OF SAN BENITO: ANNA LORENZANA 601 San Benito St Hollister, CA 95023 This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant commenced To transact business under The fictitious business name or names listed above

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING FINAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017-18 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. the Aromas Tri-County Fire Protection District, Board of Directors will meet at the District’s fire station located at 492 Carpenteria Road, Aromas to consider adoption of the final budget for fiscal year 2017-18 that ends on June 30, 2018. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that the preliminary budget was adopted on May 30, 2017 and is available for inspection at the District’s fire station located at 492 Carpenteria Road, Aromas between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that any District resident may appear and be heard regarding the increase, decrease, or omission of any item on the budget or for the inclusion of any additional items. September 5, 2017 Dated Theresa Volland Secretary of the Board Publish: Hollister Free Lance, September 15 and 29, 2017 on 8/29/2017 and 8/29/2017 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Benito Joe Paul Gonzalez San Benito County Clerk 440 5th Street Room 206 Hollister, CA 95023-3843 Publish Hollister Free Lance: September 8, 15, 22, 29, 2017

934 HOL - FBNS FBN2017-0000243 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2017-0000243 The following person(s) is doing business as: Chic Boutique, 1273 Morningside Circle,

Hollister, CA 95023. AVM Enterprises, LLC, 1273 Morningside Circle, Hollister, CA 95023; CA AI#: 201714510038 This business is conducted by Limited Liability Company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A /s/ Maria Norwood, Managing Member AVM Enterprises, LLC This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Benito County on August 18, 2017. San Benito, County Clerk By: Marlene Medina, Deputy 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6/17 CNS-3048644# HOLLISTER FREE LANCE

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LEGAL NOTICES 941 HOL - Lien Sale

941 HOL - Lien Sale

Lien Sale October 17

Lien Sale 10/03

Auction October 3, 2017

Lien Sale Auction Advertisement

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION

Notice is hereby given that a public lien sale of the following described personal property will be held at 9:30am On October 17, 2017. The property is stored at Hannigan’s Mini Storage, 180 San Felipe Road, Hollister CA 95023. The items to be sold are described generally as follows:

Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 21700-21716 of the Business & Professional Code, State of California, contents of the following units will sell at public auction by competitive bid on (DATE 10-3-2017) @ (TIME 9:30AM) to satisfy the storage lien. At MINI MAX STORAGE, 2450 SAN JUAN RD. IN THE CITY OF HOLLISTER, STATE OF CALIFORNIA.The contents of the storage spaces are believed to consist of misc. boxes (contents unknown), misc. clothing, furniture, tools auto parts and household items.

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 21700-2175 of Chapter 10 to Division 8 of the Business and Professional code, State of California, Contents of the following units will sell at Public Auction by competitive bid on October 3, 2017 at 10:00am at: San Benito Mini Storage 897 Industrial Drive, City of Hollister, County of Santa Clara, State of California to satisfy the storage lien for the rents due and unpaid, the contents of the storage spaces are believed to consist of miscellaneous boxes (contents unknown), miscellaneous clothing, furniture, tools, auto parts, and household items.

TENANT NAME

NAME OF TENANT: GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF GOODS Azeneth Salvas Bench/Chairs, Collectables, Dishes/utensils/ Pans, Appliances, Bedroom Furniture, Clothing, Dresser/Mirror, Night Stand, Linen, Desk, Office Supplies, Paintings/Pictures/ Artwork, 25 plus Totes, 10 plus Bags Rachelle Lynn Prola Toys, Collectables, 15 plus Boxes, Bedroom Furniture, 25 plus Bags, Headboard, Vacuum, Fans, Air Conditioner Gabriel Rodarte Escobedo Toys, Tools, Collectables, DVD’s, Clothing, 5 plus Boxes, Storage Cabinet, Jack Stands

Monica Sandoval Tanya Dominguez Carmen Gaona Shawna Dickson Walter Dickson Zack Forkner Armando Caro

Lee A Kuck Susan Cucinotta Katrina Folsom Wendy Lloyd Jones Alijah Villanueva Cathy Zarazua Sally Woods

Diana Vargas Lawn Equipment, Patio Furniture, Sports/Hobby Equipment, Tools, Collectables, Fragile Items, Dishes/Utensils/ Pans, Lamps, Propane Tank, Oil Change Ramps, Saw Horse, 20 plus Boxes, Ice Chest, Bicycle, Golf Clubs, Book Case

PURCHASED goods are sold as is and must be removed within one day of purchase. Payment is to be with cash only and made at the time of purchase. The sale is subject to cancellation without notice in the event of settlement between the owner and the obligated party.

Ronn Williams Auto/MC Parts, Hand Cart, Metal/Wood, Tough Totes, Electrical Wiring, Tool Box/Tools

MINI MAX STORAGE 2450 SAN JUAN RD. HOLLISTER, CA 95023 (831) 637-0368

Patty Esparza End Table, Dishes/Utensils/Pans, 20 plus Boxes, Speakers, Clothing/Shoes, Pictures, Book Case, Oxygen Tanks Patty Esparza Tools, Sports/Hobby Equipment, 15 plus Boxes, Collectables, Punching Bag, clothing/Shoes, 50” Flat Screen TV This notice is given in accordance with the provisions of Section 21700, et seq., of the Business & Professions Code of the State of California. Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc. Bond #7900390179 Published: Hollister Free Lance, September 29 and October 6, 2017.

941 HOL - Lien Sale Lien Sale October 17, 2017 Notice of Public Auction as Defined By The California Self Storage Facilities Act, Chapter10, Commencing with Section 21700, Division 8 of the California Business and ProfessionalCode. The contents of the following units will sell at Public Auction by competitive bid onTuesday, October 17, 2017, 11:00am at Galaxy Self Storage, to satisfy the storage lien. The contents of the storage spaces are believed to consist of: household items, flat screen TV’s, new boxed items, toys, furniture. Unit Tenant Name

Unit #A26 - Jorge Garcia Unit #E56 - Rosalee Casarez

Auctioneer: Joe Ward License Number: 758 09 52 408-891-6108 Publish: Hollister Free Lance, 9-22-17 9-29-17

941 HOL - Lien Sale Lien Sale 10/3/2017

The California Self Storage FacilitiesAct, Chapter 10, Commencing with Section 21700, Division 8 of the California Business and Professional Code. The contents of the following unit will sell at Public Auction by competitive bid on 10/3/17 at Hillcrest Mini Storage, LLC to satisfy the storage lien. The contents of the storage spaces are believed to consist of miscellaneous boxes (contents unknown), miscellaneous clothing, furniture, tools, auto parts, and household items. Unit Tenant Name.

Purchased goods are sold as is and must be removed within one day of purchase. Payment is to be with cash only and made at the time of purchase. The sale is subject to cancellation without notice in the event of settlement between the owner and the obligated party.

Auctioneer: A Ward Auction, Joe Ward, Bond #7580952 (408) 891-6108

Publish: Hollister Free Lance, September 29, and October 6, 2017.

The registrant commenced To transact business under The fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/30/2017 and 8/30/2017 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Benito Joe Paul Gonzalez San Benito County Clerk 440 5th Street Room 206 Hollister, CA 95023-3843 Publish Hollister Free Lance: September 15, 22, 29, October 6, 2017

931 HOL - Show Name Change Order to Show Cause CU-17-00112 Maxine Ann Burke ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE for change of name Case Number: CU-17-00112 To all interested persons, Petitioner: Maxine Ann Burke, filed for petition with this court for a decree changing names from: Maxine Ann Burke to Lola Maria Burke THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Date: 10/05/2017 Time: 1:30 P.M. Dept: Room: 1 Address of Court: 450 Fourth Street Hollister, CA 95023 Civil Branch A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four consecutive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation printed in this county: San Benito Hollister Free Lance Dated: August 18, 2017 By:Thomas P. Breen Judge of the Superior Court Publish: Hollister Free Lance, September 8, 15, 22, 29, 2017

934 HOL - FBNS FBN2017-0000246 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: 2017-0000246

TIME: 10:30 a.m.

934 HOL - FBNS FBN2017-0000254 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: 2017-0000254 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as LOMANTO NUT SHELLING 411 Orchard Rd Hollister, CA 95023 Phone: 831.637.5070 COUNTY OF SAN BENITO: SAM LOMANTO lll 8104 Fairview Rd Hollister, CA 95023 This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

934 HOL - FBNS FBN2017-0000242 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: 2017-0000242 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as DOLLY NAILS 302 3rd St San Juan Bautista CA 95023 COUNTY OF SAN BENITO: DOLLY HUA 2021 Santiago Ave San Jose CA 95122 This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant commenced To transact business under The fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/17/2017 and 8/17/2017 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Benito Joe Paul Gonzalez San Benito County Clerk 440 5th Street Room 206 Hollister, CA 95023-3843 Publish Hollister Free Lance: September 15, 22, 29, October 6, 2017

934 HOL - FBNS FBN2017-0000261 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: 2017-0000261 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as

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Hollister, CA 95023-3843 Publish Hollister Free Lance: September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 2017

934 HOL - FBNS FBN2017-0000263

Publish: September 22, 2017 and September 29, 2017

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as CALGIENE 5231 School Rd San Juan Bautista CA 95045 Phone: 831.524.3751 COUNTY OF SAN BENITO: MIGUEL SANDOVAL 5231 School Rd San Juan Bautista CA 95045 ANTHONY FIELD 56 Riverside Terrance Windaroo Queensland AUS 4207 San Juan Bautista CA 95045 JOANN FIELD 56 Riverside Terrance Windaroo Queensland AUS 4207 San Juan Bautista CA 95045 This business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY PARTNERSHIP The registrant commenced To transact business under The fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/24/2017 and 8/24/2017 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Benito Joe Paul Gonzalez San Benito County Clerk 440 5th Street Room 206 Hollister, CA 95023-3843 Publish Hollister Free Lance: September 15, 22, 29, October 6, 2017

Publish: September 29, 2017

Publish: Hollister Free Lance September 29, 2017

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LOCATION: Galaxy Self Storage 1901 San Felipe Rd. Hollister, CA 95023 (831) 636-9323

AUCTIONEER: A Ward Auction, Lic# M52519766, 7580952 Phone:408.891.6108

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Notice of PUBLIC AUCTION AS DEFINED BY

LOCATION: Hillcrest Mini Storage LLC 894 Industrial Drive Hollister, CA 95023 (831) 636-3100

Location: San Benito Mini Storage 897 Industrial Drive Hollister, CA 95023 831.636.5470

942 HOL - Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

Purchased goods are sold as is and must beremoved within one (1) day of purchase. Payment isto be with cash only and made at the time of purchase. The sale is subject to cancellation without notice in the event of settlement between the owner and the obligated party. Should bids fall short of predetermined value Galaxy will have the right to halt the sale of said unit.

PURCHASED goods are sold as is and must be removed within one day of purchase. Payment is to be with cash only and made at the time of purchase the sale is subject to cancellation without notice in the event of settlement between the owner and the obligated party.

DECEMBER RANCH 1187 Merrill Road San Juan Bautista CA 95045 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 100 San Juan Bautista CA 95045 COUNTY OF SAN BENITO: DANIEL O'CALLAGHAN LISA O'CALLAGHAN 1187 Merrill Road San Juan Bautista CA 95045 This business is conducted by: A MARRIED COUPLE The registrant commenced To transact business under The fictitious business name or names listed above on 9/6/2017 and 9/6/2017 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Benito Joe Paul Gonzalez San Benito County Clerk 440 5th Street Room 206 Hollister, CA 95023-3843 Publish Hollister Free Lance: September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 2017

934 HOL - FBNS FBN2017-0000267 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: 2017-0000267 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as RB&PC PEST CONTROL 627 San Benito st Hollister95023 CA 95023 Phone: 831.207.8004 COUNTY OF SAN BENITO: ADRIAN HERMOSILLO 627 San Benito st Hollister95023 CA 95023-8315 This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant commenced To transact business under The fictitious business name or names listed above on 9/8/2017 and 9/8/2017 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Benito Joe Paul Gonzalez San Benito County Clerk 440 5th Street Room 206

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: 2017-0000263 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as 18th BARREL 18th BARREL TASTING ROOM 322 Third St San Juan Bautista CA 95045 Mailing Address: 3420 Airline Hwy Hollister, CA 95023 COUNTY OF SAN BENITO: 18th BARREL TASTING ROOM, INC 3420 Airline Hwy Hollister, CA 95023 State: CA Al# 3966757 This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION The registrant commenced To transact business under The fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/1/2017and 9/7/2017 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Benito Joe Paul Gonzalez San Benito County Clerk 440 5th Street Room 206 Hollister, CA 95023-3843 Publish Hollister Free Lance: September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 2017

934 HOL - FBNS FBN2017-0000269 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: 2017-0000269 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as E. BERRY FARMS 991 Clearview Drive Hollister, CA 95023 Mailing Address: PO Box 2436 Hollister, CA 95024 COUNTY OF SAN BENITO: JOSE M. ESPINDOLA 991 Clearview Drive Hollister, CA 95023 This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant commenced To transact business under The fictitious business name or names listed above on 9/13/2017 and 9/13/2017 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Benito Joe Paul Gonzalez San Benito County Clerk 440 5th Street Room 206 Hollister, CA 95023-3843 Publish Hollister Free Lance: September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 2017

935 HOL - Abandon FBNS FBN2017-0000195 Abandonment FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT filed with the Clerk-Recorder's Office of SAN BENITO COUNTY File Number:2017-0000195 Owners names: Pinnacles Partnership PO Box 2080 Hollister, CA 95023 Al# 2938371 State:CA by this: CORPORATION Business names and location PINNACLES GATEWAY PARTNERS PO Box 2080 Hollister, CA 95023 COUNTY OF San Benito The Original file date 6/26/2017 for this business name that was abandoned on 9/15/2017 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Benito Joe Paul Gonzalez County Clerk 440 Fifth Street, Room 206 Hollister, CA 95023 Publish: Hollister Free Lance September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 2017

934 HOL - FBNS FBN2017-0000272 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: 2017-0000272 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as PINNACLES PARTNERSHIP PINNACLES GATEWAY PARTNERS 5000 Hwy 146 Paicines CA 95043 Mailing Address: PO Box 2080 Hollister CA 95024 COUNTY OF SAN BENITO: PINNACLES NATIONAL PARK FOUNDATION 5000 Hwy 146 Paicines, CA 95043 State: CA Al # 2938371 This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION The registrant commenced To transact business under The fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/24/2017 and 9/15/2017 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Benito Joe Paul Gonzalez San Benito County Clerk 440 5th Street Room 206 Hollister, CA 95023-3843 Publish Hollister Free Lance: September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 2017

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