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ndustrial hemp farmers are pooling their resources to sue San Luis Obispo County, attempting to overturn a controversial new ordinance that both growers and county officials have said is a virtual ban on local hemp production. The SLO County Board Supervisors passed a hemp ordinance on May 5, and according to stakeholders, it severely limits where the crop can be farmed locally. “In my estimation, their decision will essentially act as a prohibition,” SLO County Assistant Agricultural Commissioner Marc Lea wrote in an email to farmers on May 5, according to the lawsuit, “because I don’t think there are very many sites that exist in the county that can possibly meet all of the requirements that they approved.” A group called the Coalition for Agricultural Rights filed the lawsuit in SLO County Superior Court on May 27. Members include farmers “who have invested significantly in the hemp and agricultural industry” in SLO County, according to the petition. The suits asks a judge throw out the ordinance and temporarily halt its enforcement while the case is pending. “The coalition is in support of reasonable regulation of hemp,” the petition reads, “but the hemp prohibition goes too far, violates numerous laws, and ignores public input from residents throughout the county.” The Board of Supervisors passed its hemp rules following a yearlong moratorium on the crop, which was put in place to allow the county time to craft a permanent hemp ordinance. The ordinance now under fire requires a 400-acre or larger parcel to grow outdoor hemp, mandates
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2,000-foot setbacks from farms to property lines, and bans hemp from the Edna Valley, among other rules. “Imposing a 2,000-[foot] setback on a square 400-acre parcel leaves the property with 0.7 acres to cultivate hemp,” the lawsuit claims. “The grower, in other words, would be limited to growing hemp on HEMP FIGHT A coalition of hemp growers is suing San Luis 0.175 percent of the property.” Obispo County to stop a recently passed ordinance that it says In passing its ordinance, the is a “de facto ban” on the crop. Board of Supervisors scrapped a more permissive ordinance environmental analysis, no further general approved by the Planning Commission. That plan consistency analysis, and no further factordinance, written in collaboration with an finding to support the modifications to the draft agricultural subcommittee, set a 10-acre parcel permanent ordinance,” according to the lawsuit. size minimum for outdoor grows. SLO County is disputing the allegations “The board arbitrarily and completely in court. In a statement to New Times, SLO redrafted the proposed permanent ordinance County Counsel Rita Neal challenged the hemp after all public comment had concluded and industry’s description of the ordinance as a ban. without staff or Planning Commission review or “In fact, the county has already received analysis,” the lawsuit states. several hemp registration applications and The suit claims that the new rules continues to receive inquiries from parties “functionally eliminate the industrial hemp interested in cultivating hemp under the new industry within the county” and “are the ordinance,” Neal said. product of unlawful decision-making by the According to court documents, SLO County has Board of Supervisors.” received four hemp applications as of June 12. The coalition alleges that the board’s policy Neal added in her statement that the board’s violates the county general plan, Right to Farm policy changes “were necessary to minimize the Ordinance, and California Environmental Quality impacts associated with this new crop.” She said Act (CEQA). The group further claims that the the policy “was consistent with planning and regulations lack sufficient evidence to justify them. zoning law and CEQA.” As an example, the lawsuit claims that none of the A hearing on the lawsuit’s request for a 16 active commercial hemp grows in 2019 received temporary restraining order is scheduled for odor complaints, “and yet the hemp prohibition June 23. Δ arbitrarily applies to all of these farms.” “County staff conducted no further —Peter Johnson
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Remembering Paso Robles homicide victim, James Watson
On June 10, Mason James Lira opened fire on the Paso Robles Police Department, injured a responding SLO County Sheriff’s Deputy, and is believed to have killed 58-year-old homicide victim James Watson at the Amtrak station. When law enforcement first referred to Watson in press briefings, they called him a transient, which his sister-in-law Andrea Esquer said is false. She said Watson grew up in the Paso Robles area and was known by the Paso Robles downtown community. He wasn’t from out of the area or just passing through. Esquer told New Times she and her sister, Evonne Stover, maintained a close friendship with Watson despite his separation from Stover. Stover said she met Watson 25 years ago at a restaurant where he was a dishwasher and she cleaned. “He walked in one day carrying firewood, and that’s when we first met,” she said. Six months into their relationship, Watson moved into Stover’s studio and helped raise her daughter as his own. Eight years later, she said, Watson was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. “He was taking medicine to curb that, but he was such a gentle man no matter what. He
would never hurt anybody, and he was always worried about everybody else,” she said. “And that’s what I loved about him.” Watson’s biggest supporter, Stover said, was his mother, and he loved his family. Stover said they were together for 15 years. Watson ended their relationship because of his illness, but the two remained very close friends. “He was just a compassionate person that cared about everybody,” she said. Stover’s family still calls him “Uncle James.” Watson lived in an apartment on Spring Street, and would often invite his friends from the homeless community to stay with him. Stover said Watson got kicked out of his apartment because of his overnight guests, and eventually he began sleeping on a mattress at the Amtrak station. Stover would visit him or see him around town in Paso Robles. In March of this year, she said, Watson suffered from a brain aneurysm and recovered, but Stover felt he started declining after that happened. She tried to get him assistance from various mental health services in the area, but said she couldn’t get him the help that he needed. Esquer said the community of Paso Robles knew Watson as the flower bandit because he would give store workers flowers or compliments. NEWS continued page 6
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“Everyone was his friend, and he never saw anyone as a threat,” Stover said. On June 8, Stover said she went to the Amtrak station to take Watson clean clothes. The two went to Food 4 Less to get him a snack—his favorite: a banana cream pie and a diet Pepsi. They also went to get new shoes because his were worn out and uncomfortable. She asked him if he was OK, and Watson said he wasn’t. He sat in the passenger seat of her car and prayed, she said, and then asked to be taken back to the Amtrak station. The following day, June 9, Stover drove by the station with her stepdaughter and saw Watson sitting on his mattress. She resolved that she would go visit him later, but didn’t end up doing so. That was the last time she saw him. Investigators said they believe Watson didn’t anticipate the gun shot that killed him. Esquer said she believed Watson was in pain, and despite the tragedy, they’re thankful he’s not hurting anymore. “I just want people to know he was not a transient. He was a part of the community and a family man,” Esquer said. Watson’s biological son from a previous relationship, Johnny Watson, posted on his Facebook account that his father would be put to rest on June 22 at First Baptist Church in Paso Robles, just three days before his 59th birthday. “And want to welcome all our loved ones and the community that stood behind us every step of the way, thank you,” the post read. —Karen Garcia
State Parks stops interfering with plover nesting at Oceano Dunes
California State Parks says that it has stopped discouraging snowy plovers from nesting in open vehicle riding areas of the Oceano Dunes, a decision that came after local conservationists raised concerns about the issue with the California Coastal Commission in early June. During virtual Coastal Commission meetings on June 10, 11, and 12, Executive Director John Ainsworth said the commission is investigating recent complaints regarding State Parks and its attempts to keep snowy plovers out of open riding areas in the Oceano Dunes while the park is closed to vehicles. Some commissioners believe the process—which State Parks confirmed includes scuffing out early signs of plover nests and putting up streamers to scare the birds off— violates the Coastal Commission Act and the state and federal endangered species acts. “Let me just be clear right up front that we did ask State Parks to cease those activities verbally,” Ainsworth said at a Coastal Commission meeting on June 11. “I consider this to be a really serious situation and violation, and I assure you we’re going to continue to pursue this expeditiously.” The Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (SVRA) has been closed to vehicles since March 26, as an effort to reduce crowds at the park and travel into the area amid the coronavirus pandemic. Without vehicles in the area, plovers have been building nests outside their “seasonal exclosures”—designated breeding areas that are off limits to vehicles and visitors. Although it’s still unclear when State Parks plans to reopen the Oceano Dunes
to vehicles, Jeff Miller, a Los Osos resident and senior conservation advocate at the Center for Biological Diversity, said the reintroduction of vehicles could put nesting plovers at risk. Although State Parks said it can’t keep vehicles out of the Oceano Dunes and fulfill its obligation to provide the public with “appropriate public access,” Miller and other local conservationists hope the park will remain closed to vehicles for at least the remainder of this plover breeding season, which goes through September. “State Parks is acting as if dune buggies are the endangered species,” Miller said. In a June 16 letter to State Parks, the Coastal Commission’s chief of enforcement, Lisa Haage, said State Parks agreed to stop scuffing out nests and using Mylar flags to discourage nesting. Haage called the activity unpermitted coastal development. “In order to coordinate our efforts to jointly protect plovers and terns during the nesting and foraging season, prior to reopening the park for [vehicle] and camping use,” Haage wrote, “we agreed that our biologists and staff would meet to discuss outstanding issues and questions.” —Kasey Bubnash
County eases restrictions on farmworker housing
After nearly three years of work with the agricultural industry, SLO County recently passed a series of amendments to its land use ordinances that are intended to make it easier for farmers to build housing for their workers. But lastminute changes to the proposals made some in the local farming community less enthusiastic about the win. At a meeting on June 16, the SLO County Board of Supervisors passed several ordinance amendments to streamline the approval process for farmworker housing, which farmers say is desperately needed in California’s tight and costly housing market. “We can’t produce food without workers,” said SLO County Farm Bureau Executive Director Brent Burchett, “and finding a place for workers to live is a significant challenge for our local farmers.” Through the recent changes, farmers will be allowed to build 12 single-family dwellings or a 36-bed group quarter dwelling before the county requires a minor use permit, a significant increase from the four single-family dwellings and 20 beds allowed previously. Farmers also used to be required to build housing within 5 miles of the site where their employees would be working, a requirement that Burchett said made it nearly impossible for growers to find the necessary space to build. On June 16, that requirement was eliminated. But a proposal to decrease the minimum acreage required for a group quarters from 20 acres to 5 didn’t pass. Some supervisors said that change wasn’t needed, because farms without a site 20 acres or larger wouldn’t have enough workers to house in a group living facility. “It was frustrating to see confusion on the board about the 5-acre minimum site area for group quarters,” Burchett wrote in an email to New Times after the meeting. “This question had not been raised previously during our discussions with some members of the board. At the end of the day, our farmers face such an uphill challenge to get enough workers, any small step forward is progress.” Supervisors Lynn Compton and Debbie
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Arnold, who took issue with lowering the acreage minimum, also pulled cannabis nurseries from the ordinance changes. Cannabis, they agreed, is not considered an agricultural crop, and its housing needs should be considered separately. —Kasey Bubnash
SLO city approves new building code; county rejects Community Choice Energy
On June 16, the SLO City Council passed its hotly contested “clean energy” building code that favors all-electric development over buildings with natural gas, while earlier the same day, the SLO County Board of Supervisors officially walked away from Monterey Bay Community Power. SLO’s new building code, adopted unanimously by the City Council on June 16, promotes all-electric development by offering technical, financial, and marketing support to builders who pursue it. On the flip side, developers who want natural gas in their projects must meet energy efficiency requirements that exceed the usual standards, and those buildings must be pre-wired for an electric retrofit. Builders of new commercial and high-rise residential buildings must also install rooftop solar panels under the new code. The building initiative is part of the city’s push to reach carbon-neutrality by 2035. According to SLO, natural gas accounts for 53 percent of its buildingrelated carbon emissions, and buildings make up for 29 percent of citywide emissions. The council passed a prior version of the code in September 2019, but that faced numerous challenges, including a complaint from the SoCalGas labor union to the Fair Political Practices Commission. The complaint alleged that Councilmember Andy Pease had a conflict of interest since she owns a local architectural consulting firm. As the council prepared to take a new vote on the code without Councilmember Pease, the Utility Workers Union of America’s regional president, Eric Hofmann, threatened to stage a protest in the city during the COVID-19 pandemic. “If the city moves forward with another reading on a gas ban I can assure you there will be no distancing in place,” Hofmann wrote. Since its initial adoption in 2019, the city made some revisions to the code in response to stakeholder input. The code no longer charges fees to builders who use natural gas. Those revisions helped earn the support of the SLO Chamber of Commerce and Councilmember Erica Stewart, who’d initially voted against the policy. “I’ve seen this policy morph quite a bit. I’m thankful for the incentive focus,” Stewart said. “You’re not going to lose all gas possibility.” SoCalGas, the Western States Petroleum Association, and the Central Coast Homebuilders’ Association all opposed the new code. They argued the requirements would effectively ban natural gas in new buildings and increase housing costs and utility bills. “With many Californians out of work, families and businesses struggle to get by,” SoCalGas spokesperson Tim Mahoney said during the meeting. “It’s unclear how this proposal will keep [energy] affordable to working families.” Hours before the city passed its new building code, the SLO County Board of Supervisors voted 3-1 to abandon its
exploration of Monterey Bay Community Power (MBCP), which will soon become Central Coast Community Energy as it expands through most of SLO and Santa Barbara counties. The board reviewed an analysis of MBCP’s fiscal outlook, which was positive, before it decided not to join the Community Choice Energy public utility that procures carbon-free energy on behalf of participating residents. First District Supervisor John Peschong, 5th District Supervisor Debbie Arnold, and 4th District Supervisor Lynn Compton said they opposed the “optout” format of MBCP, which requires customers to opt out of MBCP if they favor PG&E, and not the inverse. “I still can’t get my arms around it,” Peschong said. Compton said MBCP’s electric bill savings of $3 per month would merely “buy me a nice dinner at my favorite restaurant.” “It’s a new level of government,” she said. SLO County joins Atascadero and Buellton as the only three jurisdictions on the Central Coast that’ve not become MBCP members. Second District Supervisor Bruce Gibson was the lone dissent, with 3rd District Supervisor Adam Hill absent. “In the history of this board making poorly reasoned decisions, I don’t think I’ve ever seen a day where flimsier excuses are used to deny the residents of this county the opportunity for something that’s going to benefit them,” Gibson said. —Peter Johnson
Paso Robles Gateway Project gets initial approval
The Paso Robles City Council approved the initial plans for the Paso Robles Gateway Project June 16. The development includes three hotel resorts, three commercial centers, 17 multi-family residential units, and roughly 98 acres of agricultural and open space areas. Although the project has been in the works for several years, it hit a roadblock in 2014 when the developer and city disagreed over who would pay for the street realignment portion of the project. “I’ve been here ever since the beginning of this and gone through all the storms with the different discrepancies and lawsuits that were going on here between the two partners and landowners, but we’re here,” Paso Robles City Councilman John Hamon said. Final approval of the project is pending an annexation of more than 170 acres of land from the county, a sphere of influence amendment, a tax sharing agreement, and general plan amendment, among other things. The SLO Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) needs to approve the annexation. The project requires reconfiguring South Vine Street to realign with Theatre Drive and constructing a bridge over a drainage area. According to the staff report, Caltrans has identified the South Vine Street realignment as part of broader improvements necessary to help alleviate local and regional congestion. Construction of the project will total $120.7 million, and developer Quorum Realty Fund estimates that most expenditures will go to local workers and businesses, according to the staff report. Quorum Realty Fund also stated that construction will support 549 jobs in Paso Robles. ∆ —Karen Garcia
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ven though it seems as if we’re heading down the road back to normalcy, “normal” is going to look very different than we’re used to— at least for the time being. But, to look on the bright side, there will be more outdoor seating at your favorite dine and drink establishments, and they will also be extra sanitary! The best part, however, is being able to gather together and interact with other humans again. For this year’s Food & Drink issue, we’ve gathered together a variety of stories to show you what you can expect if you head out, downtown or around town. —Camillia Lanham
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an Luis Obispo had a long-term vision to make its downtown a more pedestrian friendly place by closing streets to traffic, but thanks to COVID-19, those plans are about to get fast-tracked. In an effort to accommodate social distancing and allow restaurants to expand their outdoor seating, SLO will begin closing Higuera and Monterey streets to cars on the weekends, starting on June 18. The closures are part of a oneyear pilot program to safely reopen the downtown for business. “Our businesses are really excited about any opportunity to bring people back downtown in a way that is safe,” said Bettina Swigger, CEO of the Downtown SLO association. “We have such a walkable downtown, so I think that’s going to be a cool behavior to see change.” The closures will start with Monterey Street on June 18 and will stretch from Mission Plaza to Osos Street, closing from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays, and from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends. Starting June 26, Higuera Street will also close Friday through Sunday during the same hours. Restaurants can use the streets and sidewalks to expand their outdoor seating during the closure hours. SLO also plans to set up tables and chairs in Mission Plaza and other public spaces, like parking lots, for visitors to bring their togo food to. Two city surveys of businesses and residents found that a strong majority of both supported the plan. “Restaurants have been very supportive,” said Luke Schwartz, SLO city’s transportation manager. “They’re saying we needed this yesterday.” Samantha Welch, operations manager at Luna Red, Novo, and Mint & Craft, said that the street closures will help her restaurants be able to expand capacity while also adhering to social distancing. On top of that, Welch said the closures may generate more of a buzz downtown.
“I think it’s going to build a downtown community center that we miss from not having farmers’ market,” she said. “I think the energy and idea of it will create a little bit more of a draw for people.” For restaurants on downtown’s side streets that will miss out on the street closures, SLO’s new parklet program may be a draw. The city says it has funding for four to five parklets to install outside of interested businesses. One of those is Big Sky Cafe on Broad Street. Big Sky Cafe Owner Greg Holt said a parklet will not only expand his seating capacity in a safe way, but also signal to passersby that the cafe is open for business. “It’s just going to remind people that we’re here,” Holt said. “In my mind, it’s the direction that I think downtown should go. Social distancing is absolutely crucial. And it’s fun. It gets people outdoors. It gets people out in the world.” Similar to San Luis Obispo, the city of Solvang has temporarily closed off vehicular traffic to a portion of Copenhagen Drive to provide businesses along the stretch of road with additional space to expand into. The city also plans to dress this corridor up with rows of lights strung overhead and some patches of greenery placed throughout, according to city officials. But these types of moves aren’t possible or practical everywhere. Santa Maria, which doesn’t have the same type of downtown pedestrian traffic as Solvang or SLO, isn’t shutting down streets. But it’s allowing businesses to expand onto sidewalks and parking lots. Santa Maria Community Development Director Chuen Ng said that in general, there aren’t many restaurants in the city with patios, in part because outdoor dining is more common in urban-like settings with pedestrian-heavy streets, as opposed to shopping plazas. Regardless, he said the city hopes businesses take advantage of this flexibility that’ll increase the amount of people restaurants can serve while dine-in service is limited due to social-distancing measures. “There might not be enough sidewalk areas to allow for that, but we’re asking businesses to be creative, and even if
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SAFE DINING San Luis Obispo has funding to create parklets for some restaraurants to accommodate more outdoor dining. PHOTO BY ZAC EZZONE
there is limited space around the building, the parking area is a consideration,” Ng said. Usually restaurant patios are approved as part of a project’s permit, and setting up a few tables and chairs on a sidewalk is a much more informal process, Ng said. Business owners are supposed to send him an email with a photo of the area they want to expand into and a description of their plans. But this isn’t something the city is strictly enforcing. NEW PATIO Maya Mexican Restaurant in Santa As of June 11, Ng hadn’t Maria has taken advantage of temporary changes received any such emails, but that to city regulations that allow restaurants to set up doesn’t mean it’s not happening, he tables and chairs on sidewalks and in parking lots. said. Ng points to Maya Mexican Restaurant as an example that he She said she’s hoping this will change in a can see right across the street from his week or so. office. While the restaurant already had With the inside of the restaurant closed, a patio in place out back, the restaurant having the extra patio space where people now has one out front as well. can sit down to eat takeout meals has Maya owner Teresa Paredes said been helpful for business as well as for her restaurant has remained open customers who are eager to enjoy a meal throughout the pandemic—fulfilling outside of the house. takeout and delivery orders—but sales But Paredes said it’s still not quite the have taken about a 60 to 70 percent hit. same experience for her customers. She As restrictions have loosened, customer said she’ll feel better once the restaurant’s traffic is improving, but the restaurant is dining room is open, although, even then, still only operating with about 20 percent her staff will have to adapt to constantly of its staff, she said. wearing face masks and other guidelines. Paredes said that she took the time “What I want people to know is to be to renovate the inside of the restaurant patient with every business that’s out while it was closed to the public, so there,” Paredes said. “It’s a change for although local health orders are now sure. I think I’ll feel more relieved when allowing dine-in service, the inside of the we open and I know how busy we will be.” restaurant remains closed to the public. —Peter Johnson and Zac Ezzone
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FIVE POUNDS OF CULINARY BLISS If you want a Detroit-style pizza, Benny’s Pizza is the place, but acquiring one is no easy task.
etting one of Ben Arrona’s Detroitstyle pizzas is sort of like finding the trench-coated guy selling hot watches in a dark alleyway. You’ve got to know the right people. Even the right people might say, “You can’t get there from here.” The only way to get a Benny’s is to join the Benny’s Pizza Facebook group and direct message Benny as soon as he posts he’s going to bake. Does he have any plans to make it easier? “No plans at all of making it easier,” Arrona said matter-of-factly. “I want the business to be word of mouth. When a customer messages me, I feel that I’m making a personal connection. I’m not only selling pizzas, I’m making friends. I also don’t want to expand at the moment, as I don’t want to sacrifice quality for quantity.” For the uninitiated, how would Arrona describe a Benny’s Detroit-style pizza? “First off, the dough process is unique,” the Cuesta College history teacher explained. “I use high protein and gluten bread flour and put the dough through multiple rest/knead cycles. This allows for a bread-like sponginess in the dough. After the first rise in the dough pans, the second rise (after de-gas ) is in the actual pizza pan. The dough then rises again. The entire dough process is between four to six hours, so prep time is all-consuming! “When the dough is ready for toppings,
the cheese goes in first, then sauce—20 ounces!—then toppings. This is different than a traditional Detroit that has sauce on the top of the cheese and toppings. I use mozzarella—the traditional Detroit is brick cheese—not available here—and cut it in small squares. I put 13 ounces of cheese on each pizza. Starting with the edges of the dough, I put cheese right up next to the pan. This allows for the formation of the famous caramelized cheese crust. Each pie comes out close to 5 pounds of rectangular crust, cheese, and sauce deliciousness.” Arrona spent years perfecting Chicago-style, thin crust, and Detroitstyle pizzas at home and for friends at parties. In February, he made the move into a commercial kitchen, which he also rents out to others since he only bakes a few days week, currently Fridays and Sundays because of his summer teaching schedule. Benny’s Pizza group has nearly 1,300 members, and when he announces a bake, you’ve got to direct message him quick. He always sells out. If you get a spot, you need to show up at your assigned time to his storefront, 977 Foothill Blvd., No. 109, next to Kona’s Deli. Once you’ve had a Benny’s, you’ll measure time as B.B. and A.B.—Before Benny’s and After Benny’s. Oh, and the headline above is an abbreviation of Benny’s unofficial motto: “God damn, bro!” The pizza’s that good! “I’ve spent the last 10 years of my life in grad school and teaching but also have over 25 years in the restaurant business,” Arrona noted. “I’m happy doing both, as I get to intellectually stimulate as well as fill SLO County bellies!” —Glen Starkey PHOTO BY KASEY BUBNASH
Saving citrus
Bee Sweet Citrus unveils washing facility to help fight Asian citrus psyllid and reduce pesticide use
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t’s not just humans who are battling a life-threatening and devastating illness. For nearly 15 years the U.S. citrus industry has been fighting its own relentless disease—huanglongbing— through measures reminiscent of those we’re using to prevent the spread of COVID-19: quarantine, cleanliness, and travel restrictions. More commonly known as HLB or citrus greening disease, huanglongbing is caused by a bacterium that attacks citrus tree roots and leads to asymmetrically shaped, unripe fruit with bitter juice. It can kill a citrus tree in five to eight years, according to the University of California Integrated Pest Management Program, and there’s no known cure. The disease is spread by the Asian citrus psyllid, a tiny insect that carries HLB and feeds on citrus leaves, infecting the plant while it eats. Together, Asian citrus psyllid and HLB have spread rapidly throughout several states in the U.S., most notably Florida, where 90 percent of the state’s citrus groves were infected with HLB by 2019. Asian citrus psyllid first reached Southern California in 2008, and, according to the UC Integrated Pest Management Program, the pest is making its way north. In 2018, the SLO County Department of Agriculture trapped 74 adult Asian
citrus psyllids, according to the 2018 crop report. That’s a problem for California’s multibillion-dollar citrus industry, and to slow the spread of the disease, various regions of the state are cut into quarantine zones. According to state regulations, citrus can only travel in and out of those regions once it’s been thoroughly cleaned or sprayed with pesticides. For years, citrus growers on the Central Coast have gone without a real packing facility where harvested fruit can be washed and organized en masse. Instead local farmers have been using pesticides to rid their products of possible infestations before transportation. But on June 12, Bee Sweet Citrus, a prominent citrus packing and shipping company with groves throughout California, unveiled its new SLO Countybased citrus wash line and processing facility, an almost entirely automated line that removes the leaves from recently harvested fruit, washes it in recycled and filtered water, and then sorts it by type, color, and maturity. The 14,900-squarefoot facility is the first of its kind on the Central Coast—no others exist in SLO or the five surrounding counties—and it’s expected to reduce SLO County’s pesticide use by at least 700,000 gallons each year. “We really don’t like to have to spray every time we harvest,” Bee Sweet Citrus
AUTOMATED Bee Sweet Citrus unveiled on June 12 its new SLO County-based citrus wash line and processing facility, which can wash and organize 70 bins carrying 800 pounds of fruit each in an hour.
founder Jim Marderosian said at the June 12 unveiling. As a year-round, international organization, Bee Sweet Citrus grows citrus in various parts of California and then ships product throughout the U.S., Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Rim. Without a citrus packing and washing facility on the Central Coast, crops grown and harvested in SLO County have to be sprayed with pesticides before they’re transported to other regions. Other farmers in the region struggle with same issue. In 2017, roughly 64,200 pounds of pesticides were used on citrus
crops in SLO County, according to data collected by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation. More than 180,000 pounds of pesticides were used on Santa Barbara County crops. Marderosian hopes his wash line will help reduce those numbers. Located on Bartleson Ranch in Nipomo, a 450-acre avocado and lemon orchard entrusted to Cal Poly, the new state-ofthe-art citrus wash line was developed in partnership with Cal Poly’s College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences, and will double as a way for CITRUS continued page 10
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students to learn about pest management, agricultural technology, and engineering locally. Washing the fruit is a simple enough idea, but Marderosian said the technology used to do so isn’t, and neither was the facility development process, which he said took about two years total. Although
Marderosian wouldn’t say exactly how much the wash line facility cost, with the land, permitting, technology, and materials required, it was a major investment. But because it will be available for use by students and other citrus farmers in the area, it was well worth the effort. “We didn’t just build it for ourselves,” Marderosian said. While citrus crops have always existed in SLO County, the industry is slowly becoming more popular locally, according to Russ Kabaker, Cal Poly’s assistant dean of advancement and external relations in the College of Agriculture. “You’ve got wine grapes coming out and lemons going in,” Kabaker said. While lemons were SLO County’s 13th most valuable crop in 2012, worth about
$9 million, they reached 10th place by 2018, when SLO County’s lemon industry was valued at about $24.5 million according to the SLO County Department of Agriculture crop reports. While lemon trees grown in other parts of the state yield a single harvest every year, trees on the coast produce fullgrown lemons multiple times a year. So as big citrus producers grapple with Asian citrus psyllid in other parts of the nation and Southern California, Kabaker said he and others in the agricultural industry expect many to move portions of their operations to the Central Coast. The new Bee Sweet Citrus wash line— which, according to Cal Poly, can process 70 bins carrying 800 pounds of fruit each in an hour—is built with the capacity to handle that kind of uptick, he said.
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“This many lemons,” Kabaker said, pointing to the wash line as it quickly dumped thousands of lemons in water and organized them by maturity in seconds, “with this few people is pretty amazing.” Another benefit, of course, is that Cal Poly students won’t have to travel to the San Joaquin Valley to see how citrus is washed in a large packing facility. And, Kabaker said, it’ll be nice to reduce the use of pesticides on Cal Poly’s citrus crops. Pesticides kill all organisms living on a plant and in its soil, the good and the bad, which Kabaker said is less than ideal in a classroom setting where students are supposed to be learning about and studying those organisms. “We didn’t want to spray,” he said. “I think [this] is a good project.” —Kasey Bubnash
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Hapy Bistro wasn’t in a rush to reopen, stating the safety of customers and employees was more important
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apy Bistro in Pismo Beach is a tasty medley of Mediterranean-style cuisine with a touch of Greek flare. Taking a moment to dine in the bistro felt like visiting family—while enjoying a meal with tender cuts of filet mignon steak bites, button mushrooms sautéed with onions, and a side of pita bread. Or having a spoonful of avgolemono soup: Greek lemon soup with a mix of chicken, arborio rice, fresh lemon juice, and vegetables. Similar to many food industry experiences throughout the Central Coast, Hapy Bistro temporarily closed its dine-in services to the public but remained open for takeout and curbside pickup. The establishment was simply following the shelter-at-home guidelines, Hapy Bistro manager Hilary Key said. She said the owners and management had to make the tough decision of letting go of some of their staff members, and at first customers were hesitant to grab a bite to eat. “It was a little bit quiet. People weren’t really sure how to just go out and function with the shelter-in-place order,” Key said. Soon after, she said, customers would come in and buy a few hundred dollars’ worth of food on certain days to feed their families. “They were very generous with their
compensation for the staff that was working, which was very moving, just to see all of that support come out for our little restaurant,” she said. Amid the changes, customers continued to support the local Mediterranean restaurant. Almost two months later, restaurants got the green light to reopen for dine-in services with restrictions on capacity and separating tables at a 6-foot distance. “It was a general consensus amongst all of the management team that we wanted to make sure that our staff and our guests’ safety was the main concern,” Key said. “And not to mention dining is an experience, and it’s something that so many of us have taken for granted right now.” As eateries began reopening to the public, Key said Hapy Bistro just wasn’t quite ready to provide that dine-in experience. “We also wanted to make sure that when we opened we could allow people to have the same type of experience they were having without having to be masked at all times. It just takes away from the freedom of being out and enjoying yourself,” she said. Hapy Bistro announced its decision to hold off on reopening via Facebook, and it was met with gratitude and positive anticipation. Facebook user Wes Saman commented,
READY FOR BUSINESS Hapy Bistro announced the completion of its patio remodel and welcomed customers to dine-in once again on June 10.
“Thank you for the post! Can’t wait until we can have a great dining experience again.” During the public health crisis, Hapy Bistro took the time to revamp its patio area, which will be where customers would eventually dine-in once again. It allows customers to eat outside and at a safe distance from others. On June 10—10 days after being
interviewed for this story—Hapy Bistro finished the reconstruction of its patio and accepted its first reservations and walk-in customers. ∆ —Karen Garcia Reach any of the New Times’ and Sun staff writers through the editor at clanham@ newtimesslo.com.
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he Performing Arts Center of San Luis Obispo (PAC) isn’t expected to host shows again until at least November or December due to COVID-19, but the theater’s private foundation is already putting money into the pockets of struggling local companies so that they’re ready when the lights turn back on. The Foundation for the PAC recently donated $25,000 to five local performing arts groups as part of its Clifton Swanson PAC Community Access Fund annual grant program. This year’s recipients include Civic Ballet, SLO Master Chorale, SLO Symphony, OperaSLO, and Vocal Arts Ensemble. Created five years ago and named after local arts hero and former Cal Poly Music Department chair Clifton Swanson, the grants help PAC performers cover the costs of show production, from lighting to sound design. “What we were discovering is when you have a professional hall, the expenses of having a professional crew can be prohibitive,” said Leann Standish, executive director of the Foundation for the PAC. “Each year we’ve been funding The Nutcracker, which is a vital tradition in this community. We typically fund an opera, depending on what they’re working on that year.” The grants are sorely needed this year as performing arts organizations are suffering through the COVID-19 shutdown. Standish said the industry lost its peak season thanks to the virus— March through June—and it needs the foundation’s and community’s support now more than ever to survive. “That was the height of their season, and probably 40 to 60 percent of their earnings window depending on who they are. It was a heavy hit,” she said. Anna James Miller, executive director of the SLO Symphony, said in a foundation press release that the PAC’s grant is “a vital element in our ability to share music with the community.” “We are grateful for their support in this crucial upcoming season, during a time of such uncertainty for our artists and their art forms,” Miller said. While the PAC’s doors are closed, Standish noted that the pandemic is revealing just how important the live arts are in our lives. She applauded the SLO Repertory Theatre’s The Intermission Show, which was created in the wake of shelter-at-
home orders and is streamed on YouTube. “It’s so clever, so fun, and a way to just remind us that this is what brings us together,” Standish said. The Foundation for the PAC’s grant announcement is a ray of hope that real-life performances are on the notso-distant horizon. In the meantime, Standish urged community members to help their favorite performing arts organizations by making a donation. “It’s more important than ever to invest in sustaining that, whether you give to the foundation or directly to these other companies,” she said. “It’s part of what makes this place so special, and we’ll need it when we’re allowed to get back together that way. “We know we’ll be back,” she added about the PAC. “Literally, the living room of the PAC is sort of the living room of the community. That’s where you go, for so much more than just performances.”
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• The Air Force Research Laboratory is partnering with the Cal Poly Aerospace Engineering Department to grow its mini-satellite research program. The $2.5 million collaboration will bring military equipment and personnel to the university and allow Cal Poly researchers and students to work on enhancing Air Force technology. According to a press release from U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal’s (D-Santa Barbara) office, the funds will support research involving a thermal vacuum chamber, which “allows researchers to test and develop propulsion for CubeSats—allowing for greater control of the satellites for space exploration.” • The city of SLO was recently named the best city for bicycling in the U.S. in annual ratings released by PeopleForBikes, a national nonprofit. SLO received the top honor over more than 550 cities by getting the highest overall scores in five categories: ridership (how many people are riding bikes), safety (how safe it is to ride bikes), network (how easy it is to bike where people want to go), reach (how well the network serves all parts of the city), and acceleration (how fast the city is working to improve biking). ∆ Assistant Editor Peter Johnson wrote this week’s Strokes and Plugs. Send tidbits to strokes@newtimesslo.com.
Opinion We deserve better
It’s difficult to be clear-eyed during an emotional time, when our human instinct is to focus on our survival and to adulate those who have seemingly protected us. Such is the case with the recent ordeal in Paso Robles involving a murder and the subsequent manhunt for the perpetrator. Once the killer was eliminated, the community sprang forth with accolades for the law-enforcement personnel involved. I rise with a counter perspective, based on statements made by San Luis Obispo County Sheriff Ian Parkinson and others: 1. Suspect Mason James Lira (a young man with numerous emotional problems) “shot up” the police station, yet he managed to “escape” when officers responded, and one deputy was shot in the face. 2. Lira was then spotted in an apartment complex, which was “surrounded” by officers, yet he managed to “escape.” All of the injuries and waste that followed were due to that incompetence. 3. After Lira was spotted at a minimart and departed to the nearby riverbed, law enforcement again “surrounded” him. This time there were hundreds of personnel involved, some in battle armaments; dozens of assault vehicles; at least two aircraft; and a drone. Despite this “impressive” show of force, Lira, apparently armed with only two handguns, managed to hold off his pursuers for more than 12 hours, with two more deputies injured, perhaps one from “friendly fire.” Yes, the suspect was finally killed. Yes, no one in the community was injured during the standoffs. But I ask you: Is this bungling of the situation for almost two days worthy of our congratulations? I call for the California Attorney General’s office to investigate this fiasco. It should not be investigated by the people involved in this colossal waste of
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Get with the mask program
It is very disturbing that SLO County is reopening and welcoming crowds of tourists from virus hotspots without a mask order in place. A business may request that patrons wear masks, but there is no way to legally require them. Anyone with a rudimentary knowledge of disease should be alarmed at the crowds in Pismo Beach or Morro Bay where mask use is hit or miss and social distancing is completely ignored. I have contacted our local health department several times to inquire why no ordinance is in place here and received only an apathetic response, which was utterly lacking in any factual basis. That is, I suspect, because there is no excuse, no reason, and no facts to support this abdication of responsibility. Both Santa Barbara and Monterey counties are taking this seriously and have mask orders in place. Why is SLO County Public Health Director Penny Borenstein dragging her feet? Our public health department should be taking reasonable measures to safeguard our community. A new study from the University of Cambridge and the University of Greenwich finds that “even homemade masks can dramatically reduce transmission rates if enough people wear them in public.” It’s time for Dr. Borenstein to get with the program. Stacey Avelar Grover Beach
Civility in these days of plague and pestilence
During the fall holidays of 2019, I made a prophetic comment to my friends regarding 2020. What was this prophetic phrase? “2020 will be a fascinating year.” That comment was not meant to be positive or negative, just a deep feeling, deep in my soul. Never in my life could I have foreseen the historic disaster in COVID-19, the worst recession in many decades, and social unrest due to systematic racism in our society. America’s current stressful problems have created something that I think will exacerbate the other stress-generating issue we face: a lack of civility. While civility in our current situation seems to be contradictory, it is needed more than ever. Everyone needs to constantly practice the formal politeness and courtesy that is the foundation of “civility.” A moment of kindness, an offer of “hello” could mean the utmost to others you encounter. We now wear masks. Why? It is a form of civility for those around you. The masks protect them from you, so you are showing that you care about your neighbor and society. Walking down the street, please do not cast aside your eyes; please make eye contact and wish them a good morning, day, or evening. At the pharmacy and grocery store, please say hello to the clerks. End the discussions and business at the counter with a, “Please stay safe,” or, “Please keep yourself well.” Why did we become like this? We are afraid. We are afraid of something we cannot see. We are afraid that our fellow humans will infect us. We are afraid for our jobs. We are afraid of people of a different color. We are afraid of losing ourselves in our own personal sorrow. We are afraid, as we teeter on edge of an abyss where we
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Letters cannot see the bottom. How do we learn to not be afraid? It is doing something for others. Wishing them a “good day” as they pass you on the sidewalk. Acknowledge each human in some way as we encounter them in our day-to-day business. Use civility as a shield and sword to keep us aware of our humanity in these dark times. Why do I feel so strongly about this one issue? Because it pays out extended dividends with no or little cost to us. Scott Pickford San Luis Obispo
2020
Wow, what a year it’s been, and it’s only half of the way through. Perhaps, 2020 was a 20/20. The world had to experience a truly rare event, the COVID-19 pandemic. What makes this different from other epidemics is that it directly affected every person on the face of this Earth. Our daily lives changed, regardless of who or where we were. After we fully recover, and we will recover, we need to look back and identify the things we did right and wrong. But we seem to be having trouble getting back to “normal.” Not sure if it’s fear or just simply inertia, but it seems like there’s hesitation to going back to life as it was before COVID-19. You do remember what that was like, don’t you? Don’t let the pros of this shelter in place/ lockdown hypnotize you—like the lack of traffic, stimulus checks, and not paying bills or rent. It’s been more than two months now. We need to reconnect to the rest of the world and get back to normal— and both the good and bad that comes with it. Those who disagree can continue to isolate themselves and practice distancing—that’s your prerogative. But, please, don’t force it on the rest of us. Lastly, if you really think about it, social distancing is an oxymoron. Charles Bird Los Osos
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fter watching the video of the George Floyd murder at the hands of a callous police officer, the word “outraged” is totally inadequate. What can you do at that moment? The law doesn’t have any provision for citizens to intervene in police operations and anyone who attempted to do so would likely be in greater legal difficulty than Mr. Floyd had he lived. The other officers involved had an opportunity to intervene: Two attempted to do so, including the “rookie” helping hold Floyd down. The place of rookie cops in the law enforcement pecking order is somewhere below the basement, but at least one of the other two officers might have effectively intervened had they chosen to do so. A second killing of a man for what was essentially a DUI arrest occurred this week in Georgia. The circumstances were similar to the Floyd case in the beginning. The suspect was initially docile and cooperative, just as Floyd was, but when actually arrested, suddenly became violent. He broke free of the arresting officers, and as he fled with one officer’s Taser-gun in hand, one of the pursuing officers drew his service weapon and fired three shots at the back of Rayshard Brooks, with at least two of the bullets striking Brooks in the back. A Taser is not a lethal weapon in the hands of a fleeing suspect, and the video shows no imminent threat to the pursuing officer. The second officer was at least 20 feet behind the shooting officer and fired no shots, not even drawing his weapon as far as I could see. Some may ask, why didn’t they just let him sleep it off or walk home? However, what is to stop Mr. Brooks from returning to his vehicle and driving off while intoxicated? If Brooks had done so and killed someone while driving intoxicated, the liability (moral and legal) would have been on the officers who released him. Police protect us from stupidity, which at times can be lethal to the innocent, such as the victims of drunk drivers. The officers were right not to let Brooks, who was clearly intoxicated, get back in his car or leave the scene. However, using deadly force to apprehend a fleeing suspect whose crime was first a DUI and then felonies involving assault on police officers still doesn’t warrant deadly force under Georgia law or the law of most states. These incidents are national tragedies. The most radical elements of our society, whose agenda couldn’t care less about Floyd or Brooks, aim to destroy the foundations of our republic and every institution within. Initial demonstrations were peaceful; they were hijacked by violent anarchist groups such as the black-clad/masked antifa, a collection of Marxists, communists, and anarchists loosely confederated but tied by social media. Professing to be “anti-fascists,” they’re the embodiment of fascism. They are funded, according to the Justice Department, by multiple individuals and groups that pay transportation to demonstrations and pay their bail expenses if arrested. They consist of disaffected loners, college students/
faculty members, and even lawyers, as were two arrested for firebombing a New York Police Department car. (Both were graduates of prestigiuos universities and law schools.) Their activities violate federal laws under the racketeering statutes and other federal laws against interstate travel to commit violent crimes. Antifa uses the crowds of legitimate demonstrators as cover as they toss bricks, cement-filled bottles, and firebombs at police, affecting a strong police response, which they hope will degenerate into a riot. They’ve been successful. The anger toward police has resulted in at least three active law enforcement officers murdered and one retired officer murdered attempting to aid a friend defend his business against looters. Injured officers number in the hundreds across the nation. The livelihoods of hundreds of small-business owners (a large number being minority-owned businesses) have been destroyed with thousands of employees out of work, to what effect? I remember the riots of the 1960s, especially those of 1968 when Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was murdered. Many of those burned neighborhood businesses never returned, and some blocks remain boarded up even today. When the instigators leave and the looters have stolen all there is to steal, the community is left with the ashes to sweep up. As a society, we’ve also failed our young people, raising them to believe they are victims and that racism can be blamed for all of our social ills, and we’ve failed to teach them to respect authority. Confrontations with police are losing propositions regardless of your social station in life. Fight injustice in court, not the streets. It’s pointless to present facts disproving the false narrative of “systemic American racism,” as people aren’t listening. Once the fires of hate are lit, like the fires of hell, they are virtually inextinguishable. Once again, a cycle of hate and fury has engulfed America. Neither social engineering nor re-training of police will resolve injustice, nor will persuasion that “Black Lives Matter” (they do). Only when slogans are replaced by a change of hearts to “love thy neighbor” will peace return to America. ∆ Al Fonzi had a 35-year military career, serving in both the Vietnam and Iraq wars. Respond with a letter to the editor emailed to letters@newtimesslo.com.
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’ve been thinking a lot about social movements, which seem like bowel movements. Pressure builds up until release is imminent, and then shit hits the fan … for a while. Maybe the pressure was caused by Taco Bell’s Chalupa Supreme® or may be by the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting. Suddenly people are in the streets, screaming for change. The politicians offer up pathetic hopes and prayers but nothing substantive, and the protests eventually die off until pressure builds up again over some other issue. Civil Rights, LGBTQ-plus rights, Occupy Wall Street, Climate Change, Black Lives Matter, #MeToo—each has been a hot stream release bursting from the social inequity pipeline, and each petered out without systemic improvement of the status quo. Talk about disheartening! Why can’t we make real progress? Why can’t we get our leaders to enact the people’s will? Is it because politicians are bought and paid for by rich people and corporations? Is it because we’ve been expertly pitted against one another in a tribal chess game that tells liberal to hate conservative and straight to hate gay and blue to hate black and white to hate brown? Are we protesting for real change or engaging in the protest du jour, jumping on whatever the current outrage trend is so we have an excuse to attack those who we think are different though more likely we have more in common with than we have in common with the elites who
manipulate us? Today’s version of “thoughts and prayers” is President Trump’s proclamation, “I don’t like chokeholds.” Does that mean we can expect a federal law forbidding them? Don’t hold your breath. Law enforcement will do it for you. The sad truth is we have no constructive mechanism built into our society to enact meaningful changes quickly, to actually transform police standard operating procedures, to create effective gun laws, to ensure a fairer distribution of wealth, to stop a rogue president from dismantling environmental laws, to protect the rights of the marginalized, and put teeth into anti-discrimination laws. Bigotry defined is “intolerant devotion to one’s own opinions and prejudices,” and let’s face it: We’re all guilty of that. You want real change? It starts with listening and understanding, compromising and building coalitions, engaging in the longgame of politics at the local level—all the really hard, boring stuff that’s not as fun as waving signs and screaming in the streets or dropping the cancel-culture bomb on someone with a different opinion on social media. The current local online kerfuffle is over Sally Loo’s Wholesome Café—more specifically the owner, Jennifer Fullarton, who posted the widely disseminated aerial photo of BLM protesters by the SLO County
Government Center, which had been posted by SLO Mayor Heidi Harmon on her Instagram account. In Sally Loo’s owner @jenniferalexandria’s Instagram share, the banner “#MEDIAISOFFICIALLYRULINGOURLIVES” was added to the image. Another Instagram user took the bait and personal-messaged Fullarton, seeking her opinion on the BLM protests and basically saying she’d prefer to support businesses that agree with her stance on social issues. Fair enough, right? Well, Fullarton—a self-described Christian—first told her she could take her business elsewhere, and then she used parts of their private conversation on another post, this one seemingly attacking BLM, which unleashed a biblical flood of negative responses. Fullarton disabled comments on her posts and went silent over the weekend, returning with a long semiapology, which went off the rails when she explained her problem with BLM: “BLM’s inclusion of [LGBTQ-plus] communities is not something I have an issue with, but rather the organization’s goal to nullify the two-parent family—something that, based on experience, the testimonies of others, and statistics, I believe to be a detriment to all communities.” Yeah, how dare BLM normalize singleparent families or, as their passage actually reads, “support each other as extended families.” Good grief, lady! BLM isn’t trying to break up traditional nuclear
families. They’re trying to make all families welcome—however they may be constructed. Just say you were wrong and move on. Fullarton exercised her First Amendment right, which unfortunately for her cuts both ways. People told her why they disagreed. Knowing when to keep your mouth shut is a real skill. Take SLO County Sheriff Ian Parkinson, for instance. In the wake of a Paso Robles murder and the shooting of Sheriff’s Deputy Nick Dreyfus by a purportedly mentally disturbed gunman, Parkinson suggested a tie to the BLM protests during a June 10 press conference. “There kind of has been this general theme floating around the nation right now, this rise up anti-law enforcement coalition it seems, and so all we can surmise at this point is that this was a, again, an unprovoked attack on officers simply doing their job in the community.” Surmise, eh? The problem is Parkinson’s dangerous conjecture gins up anti-protester sentiments. Remember, we did have a few heavily armed dudes on Arroyo Grande and Grover Beach rooftops during a recent protest to ostensibly “protect” local businesses from BLM protestors. At this point, there’s no evidence the gunman was connected to BLM. Parkinson’s feelers are hurt because people are fed up with unnecessary police violence and don’t appreciate how hard law enforcement’s job is. Actually, we get it. You don’t have to tear gas protesters to prove it. ∆ The Shredder never shuts up. Send comments and suggestions to shredder@ newtimesslo.com.
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BEYOND BOUNDARIES This show hopes to push beyond unbeaten riddled viewpoints to allow viewers an opportunity to identify with artists and discover more about themselves. Un-restrained by limitations of personal, cultural, gender, man-made biases, artists exhibit their sensitivities to today’s viewpoints and paradigm shifts. June 25, 12-4 p.m. and June 25-Aug. 2, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-772-2504. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay, artcentermorrobay.org.
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FREE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ART CLASSES (ONLINE) Check the foundation’s site for various classes offered, for ages 5 to 18. Through Oct. 31 Paso Robles Youth Arts Foundation, 3201 Spring St., Paso Robles, 805-238-5825, pryaf.org.
FUSED GLASS PLATE OR BOWL Learn the basics of fusing and slumping glass in this 2-hour beginner class. Make an 8” x8” plate or bowl. Use pre-cut glass pieces, or learn how to cut glass shapes to create your own unique design. All materials included. Limited to 6 participants. Masks required. June 20, 10 a.m.-noon $95. 805-464-2633. glassheadstudio.com. Glasshead Studio, 8793 Plata Lane, Suite H, Atascadero. INTRODUCING ENCAUSTICS Encaustic workshop
Enjoy art from Ardella “Jo” Swanberg. Jo paints and creates in all mediums. Her inspirations are the many places she has lived and visited around the world. Through June 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.
that provides an intro to basic techniques. Taught by Vicky Hoffman. All supplies included. To register and prepay, contact vicky@vickyhoffman.com June 27, 1-4 p.m. $75. 310-993-1732. Marie A Ramey, 7460 Pinal Ave, Atascadero.
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mirror by gluing pieces of glass on to a pre-cut wooden base on the first day; return to the studio to grout your piece the following day. Limited to 6 participants. Masks required. June 27, 10 a.m.-noon and June 28, 12-1 p.m. Starting at $65. 805-464-2633. glassheadstudio.com. Glasshead Studio, 8793 Plata Lane, Suite H, Atascadero.
watercolorist Sheril Viau. A lifelong resident of the Central Coast, Sheril’s vibrant detailed and uplifting watercolors are inspired by nature and her many travels. Through June 29, 1-5 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.
THE REBOOT: STORYTELLING REIMAGINED ON ZOOM Now live on Zoom. A curated mix of invited storytellers and open mic for novice storytellers. Spoken word, improv, character sketches and interactive games. Third Friday of every month, 7-8 p.m. Free. 805-7729225. facebook.com/topdogcoffeebar/. Top Dog Coffee Bar, 857 Main St., Morro Bay.
ROOTED AND RISING: A BOOK DISCUSSION Rooted and Rising draws together stories from people of a wide range of different faith perspectives about how they keep themselves encouraged and hopeful in a time of climate crisis. This is a Zoom meeting (call for meeting ID). June 18, 2 p.m. and June 25, 2 p.m. Free. stbenslososos.org. St. Benedict’s Church, 2220 Snowy Egret Ln., Los Osos, 805-528-0654.
SAFETY IN THE SHADE: ART BY SARA J. FRANTZ San Luis Obispo-based multimedia artist Sara J. Frantz is the gallery’s next featured artist. Frantz is an Associate Professor at Cal Poly, where she teaches studio art courses. Through July 1 Left Field Gallery, 1036 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos, 805-305-9292, leftfieldgallery.com.
MOSAIC MIRROR WORKSHOP Create a mosaic
STUDIOS ON THE PARK: ONLINE CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS Check site for a variety of virtual classes and workshops online. ongoing studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, 805-238-9800.
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CALL FOR ARTISTS: A DIGITAL ART SALON The San Luis Obispo Museum of Art (SLOMA) will be hosting A Digital Art Salon from Sept. 4 through Nov. 1 in partnership with the Digital Art Group. This juried
exhibition will feature the diverse artwork being created by contemporary California digital artists. Through July 3 805-543-8562. artist.callforentry.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.
CALL FOR ARTISTS: WHILE WE SHELTERED Seeking more artists to participate in the show “While We Sheltered”. Requirement is that the artwork must have been created curing the shelter-in-place orders (since March). Limited to 1 piece per artist and must be no larger than 16” x 20”. Through July 31 Free. 805-7474200. artcentralartsupply.com/while-we-sheltered.php. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
CALL FOR ENTRIES: DIGITAL SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL The San Luis Obispo Museum of Art (SLOMA) will be hosting the first Digital Shorts Film Festival on Sept. 26 in partnership with the Digital Art Group. This one-night-only event will feature digital shorts by artists from across California. Through July 3 805-543-8562. sloma.org/call_for_artists/digital-shorts/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.
THE INTERMISSION SHOW This brisk 8- to 10-minute show is set up like a socially distanced talk show with SLO Rep’s Managing Artistic Director Kevin Harris at the helm, clad in a tacky suit and tie with a faux alcoholic drink nearby. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 3 p.m. San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo, 805-786-2440, slorep.org/.
SLOMA: WEEKLY ART PROJECTS Kids can enjoy new activities from home (posted online every Monday). Mondays sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, 543-8562. VIRTUAL ART GALLERY Every Friday, we publish our Virtual Art Gallery to our blog and newsletter. Featuring artworks from customers and the community. Fridays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo.wordpress. com/category/gallery-exhibits/virtual-gallery/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. VIRTUAL STUDENT EXHIBITION This year, the Cuesta College Harold J Miossi Student Exhibition
New Times and the Sun now share their community listings for a complete Central Coast calendar running from SLO County through northern Santa Barbara County. Submit events online by logging in with your Google, Facebook, or Twitter account at newtimesslo.com. You may also email calendar@ newtimesslo.com. Deadline is one week before the issue date on Thursdays. Submissions are subject to editing and approval. Contact Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood directly at cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com.
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went online. View student work, including the Salon des Refuses, on the website. Mondays-Sundays hjmgallery2020studentshow.org/. Harold J. Miossi Gallery, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo, 805-546-3202.
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TEACHER AND STUDENT GRANTS Since the program’s start in 2004, the Clark Center has provided more than $150,000 in scholarships and grants to students and teachers. Grant applications are due June 30. Through June 30 Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande, 805-4899444, clarkcenter.org.
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PCPA: ACTORS TALKBACK Streams live on PCPA’s Instagram every Thursday and spotlights a different thespian guest each week. Hosted by Erik Stein. Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. Free. pcpa.org. PCPA: The Pacific Conservatory Theatre, 800 S. College, Santa Maria, 805-922-8313.
PCPA READS AT HOME A literacy project that uses our students’ learning to serve children and parents who are learning at home. Co-hosted by Allan Hancock College and the Santa Maria-Bonita School District to bring a love of stories and language to people right in their homes. ongoing PCPA: The Pacific Conservatory Theatre, 800 S. College, Santa Maria, 805-922-8313, pcpa.org. TECH TALKS: LIVE ON INSTAGRAM Every Tuesday sit down with one of our technical staff and learn about the ins and outs of their craft. Get the exclusive with our host Erik Stein. Tuesdays, 3:30 p.m. PCPA: The Pacific Conservatory Theatre, 800 S. College, Santa Maria, 805-922-8313, pcpa.org. WORKSHOPS VIA ZOOM Sara Curran Ice, PCPA’s Technical Theatre Program Coordinator/Designer, is conducting Workshops via Zoom for local high school drama students. Check site or call for more info. ongoing PCPA: The Pacific Conservatory Theatre, 800 S. College, Santa Maria, 805-922-8313, pcpa.org. S A N TA Y N E Z VA L L E Y
20/20: A RETROSPECTIVE This spring, the Wildling Museum of Art and Nature will mark its 20th anniversary with a special exhibition celebrating the Museum’s 20year history in the Santa Ynez Valley. View the exhibit online. Mondays, Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. through Sept. 7 805-688-1082. wildlingmuseum.org/ news/2020-retrospective. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang.
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A MIGHTY OAK: PERMANENT EXHIBIT ONLINE Depicts the habitat around a Valley oak–one of the largest and old trees found in our area. View the artwork online. ongoing Free. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org.
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NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION The theme of this competition’s latest recurrence is Critters of the Tri-County Region, as applicants are encouraged to submit photos of all forms of wildlife—land and sea mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, insects—so long as they are found within the counties of San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, or Ventura. Through July 6 Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org.
REMEMBERING BUD BOTTOMS: A LEGACY OF ART AND ACTIVISM This online exhibit features sea life sculpture works by the Santa Barbara artist locally-renowned for his iconic Dolphin Family sculpture installed at the base of Stearns Wharf. Through Sept. 22 Free. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org.
RT LIVINGSTON: INSTAGRAM LIVE Q-AND-A Livingston is a conceptual artist who combines multiple elements in her “Coronatime Mask Series.” This is a great opportunity to hear about the deeper complexities behind her photographic series. June 24, 4 p.m. Elverhoj Museum of History and Art, 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang, 805-686-1211, elverhoj.org.
SB COUNTY AND BEYOND Photographic landscapes by George Rose. View online. ongoing Free. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org.
SOLVANG SCHOOL: INSPIRED BY NATURE View the exhibit online. Features photography by 29 Solvang School Yearbook and Media students. The students, grades 7 – 8, were inspired by philosopher Henry David Thoreau’s quote: “All good things are wild and free.” ongoing Free. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org.
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SUMMER CELEBRATION: OUTDOOR SUCCULENT PLANTS AND POTTERY SALE Rare chance to shop from three succulent plant vendors and a skilled potter. Take advantage of expert advice on selections, placement, and care of your new plants. Cal Poly’s Mike Bush will be on hand for your questions. Great prices on healthy, interesting plant specimens; plus gorgeous pots. June 26, 12-6 p.m. and June 27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 805-602-7817. Steve Super Gardens, 2016 9th St., Los Osos.
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MEDITATION, BREATHWORK, AND GRATITUDE PRACTICE: LIVE ON ZOOM This class will support you and help you stay vital during these uncertain times. Practices include breathing techniques to calm the nervous system, guided meditation for balanced relaxation, mantra practice to calm the mind, and tips to help you cultivate and maintain a home practice. Wednesdays, 12-12:45 p.m. through Sept. 16 $10 for SLO Botanical Garden members/$15 for non-members. 805-540-1762. eventbrite.com. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.
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It’s … alive! Puffers of Pismo presents a live outdoor show
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eady for some live music? In what may be the first advertised live concert since the shutdown, Puffers of Pismo will present Burning James Scoolis and Dorian Michael this Thursday, June 18, from 6 p.m. “until it gets dark.” Burning James is the frontman and guitarist of The Funky Flames, a terrific horn-driven New Orleans-style funk and soul act. Dorian Michael is one of the county’s premiere guitar players and part of The Irene Cathaway Rhythm and Blues Band, The CC Riders, and many more. Together, they’ll play “blues and nothing but the blues” on Puffers’ patio. “It’s been a while, and I’m most definitely looking forward to this one,” Burning James said. Is it too early? That’s hard to say. SLO County COVID-19 cases are on the rise, with 23 new cases added over last weekend, perhaps due to the Memorial Day holiday. The county said a few days ago it has the highest number of active cases to date. We may have more coming due to the ongoing Black Lives Matter protests. Smaller gatherings outside rather than indoors are reportedly the least dangerous, but everyone has to weigh their own risk aversion.
Live Oak on the Radio announces complete schedule
One place you’re definitely less likely to catch The ’rona is gathered around the radio in your own yard pretending to camp out at the Live Oak Music Festival, which canceled its live event at El Chorro Regional Park but will instead present Live Oak on the Radio, a three-day event featuring encore performances from past festivals as well as livestreamed shows by nine local performers. I told you about it last week but consider this a reminder! Long-running Live Oak emcee, multiinstrumentalist, and music archaeologist Joe Craven will kick off the virtual festival on Friday, June 19, when he appears on Neal Losey’s Live Oak edition of The Morning Cup on KCBX 90.1FM from 9 a.m. until noon, where they’ll share some classic Live Oak performances from the archives. Livestream performances begin in the evenings and are interspersed with more archival recordings. All livestreams will be recorded on Bill Gaines Audio’s warehouse soundstage via Big Big SLO online at bigbigslo.com/houseparty. On June 19, see the Twice Cooked Jazz Trio, Próxima Parada, and Vincent
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Bernardy featuring Tracy Morgan and Noah Coltin. On Saturday, June 20, see Bear Market Riot, Moonshiner Collective, and Resination. On Sunday, June 21, see Ynana Rose, Café Musique, and The Monroe in duo format. Visit liveoakfest.org for details.
Nowhere is almost here
Black Match has a lush, ethereal, dream-folk sound—beautifully produced and thick with atmosphere. Their songs embody loneliness, raw emotion, catharsis. Take “Nowhere,” for instance, the album’s title track: “Got a hold on me like/ Like nicotine/ You’re running through my lungs and/ Into my bloodstream/ into my bloodstream/ Aren’t we all just in fire/ In the in between/ Longing to be heard and/ longing to be seen/ longing to be seen/ You take my breath away/ Shaky all the time/ All I want is you/ Can’t get you off my mind/ Can’t get you off my mind// Dancing to the same song/ But you’re not there/ I miss the taste of your mouth/ It’s not fair/ All I see is you painted next to me/ But you’re nowhere/ I crave you in the dark but you’re not there / taking sips of memories of when you cared/ All I see is you painted next to me/ But you’re nowhere.” The duo consists of singer-songwriters Hannah Kenny and Ian Kizanis, who according to press materials are “friends since childhood” who “have grown up creating the music they love.” Hannah’s voice is remarkable, and she and Ian sing beautifully together. They’ve clearly been collaborating a long time, and it shows in their assured performances and clear and cohesive sonic vision. “Ian comes from a rich history of musicians that go as far back as his great-grandfather, while Hannah uses her music as therapy to more clearly process the world around her,” their press materials claim. Sure enough, the musicianship is impressive and never overdone. They understand that less can be more, and layers of guitar, strings, and keys are subtle enough to not overwhelm their voices. The lyrics are all about discovery, recovery, processing. Put this one on when you’re in a contemplative mood and be prepared to listen. It’s mesmerizing—a gauzy gorgeous sound with songs that demand attention. The album’s first single, “June,” is available on Friday, June 19, and the album Nowhere can be preordered beginning the same day from AWAL/Kobalt Music, officially released on Friday, July 10. Contact blackmatchmusic@gmail.com to preorder. ∆ Contact Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.
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NOTHING BUT THE BLUES Dorian Michael and Burning James join forces to play live blues on Puffers of Pismo’s patio on June 18. PHOTO COURTESY OF JOE CRAVEN
THE LEGEND! Longrunning Live Oak Music Festival emcee Joe Craven will join KCBX’s Neal Losey on June 19 to kick off the virtual Live Oak on the Radio fest on 90.1FM. The virtual fest runs through June 21, with archival nuggets and livestreams. PHOTO COURTESY OF BLACK MATCH
LIGHT IT UP You can preorder Nowhere, the excellent new album by local duo Black Match, beginning June 19. The album will be officially released on July 10.
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Glasshead Studio’s new in-person workshops implement socialdistancing protocols
Glasshead Studio in Atascadero hosts its next fused glass plate or bowl workshop on Saturday, June 20, from 10 a.m. to noon. In accordance to CDC guidelines, the class will be limited to six participants, who will be required to wear face masks. Students will learn the basics of fusing and slumping glass during the two-hour course, which is appropriate for beginners. Each participant will be able to create their own glass plate or bowl using pre-cut glass pieces or by learning how to cut glass shapes into their own unique designs. Admission to the workshop is $95, which includes all materials. Other upcoming classes at Glasshead Studio include the twoday mosaic mirror workshop, which will begin on Saturday, June 27, from 10 a.m. to noon and conclude on Sunday, June 28, from noon to 1 p.m. The class size for this course will also be limited to six participants, who will be able to create their own mosaic mirrors by gluing pieces of glass onto a precut wooden base during the first segment. Students will grout their pieces the following day. Admission is $65. To find out more about Glasshead Studio and its workshop offerings, call (805) 464-2633 or visit glassheadstudio.com. The studio is located at 8793 Plata Lane, suite H, Atascadero.
Raytoons holds online drawing program for children
Raytoons Comics and Games in Templeton will host an online drawing program for children, Drawing Wacky Animal ’Toons, starting Monday, July 6, and through Thursday, July 9. Classes will run from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. each day. Throughout the program, students will learn how to draw various sorts of animals in a humorous “Sunday funnies” comic style. Participants will also learn how to use different warm-up drawing exercises to fuel their imagination. Admission to join the program is $75. To find out more about the drawing classes, call (805) 5463132 or email ray@raytoons.net.
Art Center Morro Bay presents Beyond Boundaries
Beyond Boundaries, a new group multimedia show at Art Center Morro Bay, opens on Thursday, June 25, and is scheduled to run through Sunday, Aug. 2. Visit artcentermorrobay.org for the full lineup of this exhibition’s various featured artists and artisans, or call the gallery directly at (805) 7722504 for more details. Art Center Morro Bay is located at 835 Main St., Morro Bay. ∆ —Caleb Wiseblood
Four female artists explore ‘Reweaving Our Social Fabric’
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rt can be an inspiration, a distraction, and an interaction. Studios on the Park’s first show since being closed for nearly three months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Reweaving Our Social Fabric, will offer all three. Featuring four diverse female artists, the show aims to provide “a ready backdrop for reflection, reckoning, and recalibration in the midst of the continuing global health crisis,” Artistic Director and Chief Curator Henry A. J. Ramos explained in press materials. He added added via email in the aftermath of the June 10 murder of James Harding Watson and shooting of Sheriff’s Deputy Nicholas Dreyfus, “Given ‘CELLIST’ Judy Johnson-Williams’ frenetic ‘CITY LIGHTS’ This acrylic and ink piece by Peg Grady is “a yesterday’s disturbing events in piece consists of “scratched acrylic on mylar.” snapshot of life in the city, often alone yet not lonely.” Paso Robles, the show content takes on still new meaning. Our IMAGE COURTESY OF CORINNE LIGHTWEAVER IMAGE COURTESY OF MARSHA SHAW local community is badly in need of opportunities and spaces to reflect on the disturbing events of recent days and months in ways that help us heal and do better in the future to come.” Santa Margarita-based stitch and mixed-media artist Peg Grady often infuses her art with humor. My wife and I have a piece of hers called “I can see by your outfit that you are a cowboy,” which depicts a full-frontal naked man wearing nothing but a cowboy hat. She operates under the sage advice to “paint as if it ‘STRANGE FRUIT’ Fabric artist Corinne Lightweaver said, were your last gig.” “Making art provides the opportunity for me to process and Atascadero-based multi-media understand my experiences.” ‘COVID 6’ Marsha Shaw runs a printmaking artist Judy Johnson-Williams studio and uses paper discarded by other uses “fantasy characters to artists to repurpose into work focused on Open as of June 15 explore women’s issues and “childhood memories, gender construction, Studios on the Park is located at 1130 Pine St. in Paso Robles. For more info, call and ideas related to the experiences of the ordinariness of otherness.” (805) 238-9800 or go to studiosonthepark.org. women.” Her work can be figurative or abstract, but always expressive. “The subject of my work is our when I finish the piece. I’ve learned that beauty printmaking studio. I was shocked how much paper waste was occurring due to students roles and how we fill them, our roles as parents, can arise from chaos, and that is what I hope and artists throwing away or abandoning as women, as partners,” Johnson-Williams visitors to Studios on the Park will take away their prints, drawings, or end cuts. These notes on her webpage. “All of us fill multiple from viewing my art.” collages reference quilts that were made out of roles, and I like to explore the slippage between Marsha Shaw, a talented San Franciscodiscarded or used clothing.” them.” based printmaker, collage artist, and book The show will hang through July. ∆ Los Angeles-based collage and fabric artist binder, said in her artist’s statement, “This Corinne Lightweaver explained, “Making art work focuses on repurposing discarded Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey is in favor of provides the opportunity for me to process and printmaking and drawing paper and became unexpected conclusions. Send scraps of stories understand my experiences, often leading to very important as I was sheltering in place. For the last 10 years, I have been managing a unexpected imagery or unexpected conclusions to gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.
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pike Lee (BlacKkKlansman, Malcolm X, Do the Right Thing) directs this story about four Vietnam Vets— Paul (Delroy Lindo). Otis (Clarke Peters), Eddie (Norm Lewis), and Melvin (Isiah Whitlock Jr.)—who travel back to Vietnam to repatriate the remains it on the big screen—it’s of their squad leader, DA 5 BLOODS that cinematic. Prepare “Stormin’” Norman yourself, however: There’s What’s it rated? R (Chadwick Boseman), some grisly war violence. What’s it worth, Anna? Full price with whom they hid a Anna I would definitely What’s it worth, Glen? Full price case of CIA gold before see this in the theater Where’s it showing? Netflix Norman was killed in a given the chance. With firefight. Along for the the film being the length ride is David (Jonathan that it is, it’s too easy to get distracted Majors), Paul’s only son. (154 min). at home and press pause to go do this or that, and it’s just too good for that kind of Glen This epic, ambitious film finds Lee covering a lot of ground—from slavery and viewing. I thought using the same actors to play their younger counterparts was systemic racism in America, to American actually pretty clever, especially since the colonization and the immorality of war, older versions were retracing their steps as well as the current Black Lives Matter through the jungles of Vietnam. Along protests and Donald Trump’s divisive for the trek is David, Paul’s son who is presidency—offering a history lesson less than welcome by his father. Their wrapped in a crackling good war drama. relationship is complicated and strained, The story moves back and forth from and Paul is not an easy man to deal with. present to past, signaling the flashbacks He’s battling PTSD and inner demons, via film stock and aspect ratio changes. and the journey through his past isn’t Instead of confusing the audience with helping to slay them. Lee has such a talent younger actors playing the four principal for weaving a huge narrative into both the characters in the flashbacks, Lee makes big and little moments in a film, and Da 5 the interesting choice of using the same Bloods is another great show of his talent. middle-aged actors playing their decadesYou can’t help but feel a part of their younger characters. Lee has never been shared story. one for subtlety, and here he paints in Glen Paul is definitely the most fleshedbold strokes and offers homage to some of out and complicated character. He’s Hollywood’s great films, from Apocalypse inexplicably an avid Trump supporter, Now to The Treasure of the Sierra Madre. He uses many of his signature techniques, and Lee intimates that his misguided support for a president whose racism is from mixing in historical footage to on the surface has more to do with Paul’s double dolly shots to having actors—most deep-seated anger and mental illness notably Lindo’s Paul—break the fourth from his time in Vietnam, which seemed wall and speak directly to viewers in a to scar him more than his compatriots. Shakespearian soliloquy. Even though Yes, we find out why toward the end of it clocks in at 2 1/2 hours, the narrative the film. The heart of the film’s message never lags. This is another potent entry is that young black Americans, who at into Lee’s ongoing artistic exploration of home were being repressed by the white pervasive racism, and an excellent followpower structure, were drafted and forced up to BlacKkKlansman. Available for to go far from home to repress others. free with your Netflix subscription, if this It’s an irony that pervades the film right shows up in theaters later, I’d pay to see
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yourself searching for answers to the resurgence of the Black Lives Matter protests, this is essential viewing. Through historical footage and photos, and interviews with notable experts such as Cory Booker, Angela Davis, and Henry Louis Gates Jr., DuVernay guides us through the post-Civil War period, the Jim Crow era, the civil rights movement, the War on Drugs, right up to the inception of the Black Lives Matter movement. It’s a disheartening history lesson to say the least. Likewise, its statistics and evidence of ongoing systemic racism are horrifying. If after watching it you’re not incensed, you’re complicit in the problem. With the information contained within, it’s impossible to deny America is a racist nation. (100 min.) —Glen
J SAME AS IT EVER WAS Ava DuVernay’s 2016 documentary, 13th, about the 13th Amendment, racism in America, and the prison industrial complex, is back on Netflix and more relevant than ever.
ust Mercy is one of several films about American What’s it rated? PG-13 racism that When? 2019 have been made Where’s it showing? available to the YouTube, Amazon Prime public for free. Co-written and directed by Destin Daniel Cretton (The Glass Castle) based on the autobiographical book by attorney Bryan Stevenson (Michael B. Jordan), it focuses on Stevenson’s work on freeing death row inmates, in particular the case of Walter “Johnny D” McMillian (Jamie Foxx), who was wrongly convicted of the murder of an 18-year-old white woman. It’s an infuriating account of so-called Southern Justice,
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BLOOD IS THICKER Four Vietnam Vets—(left to right) Melvin (Isiah Whitlock Jr.), Eddie (Norm Lewis), Paul (Delroy Lindo), Otis (Clarke Peters)—and Paul’s son, David (Jonathan Majors), go to Vietnam to repatriate the remains of the soldiers’ squad leader and find buried CIA gold they hid, in Spike Lee’s excellent Da 5 Bloods, screening on Netflix.
from the beginning, when Lee includes the Muhammad Ali interview in which he explained his refusal to be drafted: “My conscience won’t let me go shoot my brother, or some darker people, or some poor hungry people in the mud for big powerful America. And shoot them for what? They never called me nigger, they never lynched me, they didn’t put no dogs on me, they didn’t rob me of my nationality, rape and kill my mother and father. Shoot them for what? How can I shoot them poor people? Just take me to jail.” It’s a powerful message. Anna War doesn’t end when the last bullet falls, that much is clear. All of these men have had to weave a life out of what they were left with after the war, some more successfully than others. What are they really there for? Is it just a lust for that gold they buried so long ago? It doesn’t seem so. They’re looking for something they lost in that same jungle—youth, innocence, their fallen brother buried there. It’s all pretty heartbreaking, and watching Paul circle into mania is not easy. The Treasure of the Sierra Madre is reportedly Lee’s favorite film, and his love for it is evident here along with nods to Apocalypse Now. He’s an incredibly talented director. This film was originally written as four aging white vets revisiting Vietnam, and when Lee decided he liked the premise, he and his co-writer rewrote it into what we see on screen. I’m glad he got his hands on this script and made it into its final form. I’ll totally be doing a re-watch of this one at some point. ∆
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oger Sharp is the quintessential Paso Roblan: down-to-earth, hardworking, and sensible. “Just come on over to the Chill Zone,” Sharp would tell people worrying about the world on social media, inviting them to relax at Big Bubba’s Bad BBQ, Paso’s landmark barbecue and smoked-meat joint that’s been everyone’s favorite for 19 years. When COVID-19 restrictions had Bubba’s limited to takeout, he sold his frozen adult beverages in FroZip to-go pouches. Then, when shelter-at-home orders continued, Bubba’s was handing out free toilet paper with every sandwich purchase. Sharp was hoping people would have some fun with the idea. At the very least, he hoped they’d laugh and know Bubba’s has them covered. “We always try to bring the good in whatever situation,” said Sharp, a father of four and a grandfather (of one and one on the way). “Coronavirus kind of knocked us down a little bit, but you know, we’re all just people. Let’s just keep it real. And when you’re done being fancy, just come on over to Big Bubba’s and we’ll chat, whatever.” It’s calm, it’s safe, and it’s open, he’s been saying lately. His places are superclean, with hand-washing stations and CDC guidelines met. At one of Sharp’s PHOTOS COURTESY OF ROGER SHARP
A THANK YOU WITH SPECIAL SAUCE At the beginning of June, Big Bubba’s Bad BBQ prepared trays of barbecue for the Paso Robles Police Department and Protect Paso civilian “protectors” to help them face the long nights ahead.
restaurants, the 12-year-old Tortilla Town in Paso, there’s no other option than to chill and enjoy, and at Bubba’s you can step up and order from colorful machines dispensing about nine recipes of slushie-type adult frozen drinks: He makes a Tangy Tequila frozen drink with actual powdered Tang—the kind of slushie we hoped we’d be drinking at the Mid-State Fair. Sharp grew up in Paso Robles and loves the community that helped him grow, such as Templeton’s John Odem—who met Sharp when he was 14 years old while he sold Odem’s Crown Cinnamon Rolls at the Mid-State Fair. And when he was a junior Bearcat in high school, Odem helped him jump-start his own churro cart at Avila Beach. Many food carts later, Sharp owns and operates an array of food ventures— entertainment gigs and fairs, restaurants and food stands and catering, plus he travels the nation selling barbecue on the road. When coronavirus hit, Sharp was in Houston for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, the second largest event in the United States—averaging 100,000 visitors per day. It took him three weeks to set up, with his barbecue operation taking up half of a football field—35 registers and grills full of meat. It cost him thousands of dollars to get there
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Big Bubba’s Bad BBQ is located at 1125 24th St., Paso Robles. Call (805) 238-6272 or visit bigbubbasbadbbq.com. Roger Sharp also owns Tortilla Town, with one location at 1145 24th St., suite B, Paso, (805) 239-3033, and a new Tortilla Town location as of June 12 at 892 Marsh St., SLO.
with all his equipment. He came with 10 employees and hired 60 locals while there. And then … . Sharp said the Livestock Show leadership pulled him into the office and told him the Houston mayor had shut them down by noon. “They texted me at 11:35 a.m. in Houston, and we already had food on the grill.” “And that’s the way it went … . We had tens of thousands dollars in inventory,” he laughed, without any sort of animosity or hard-luck mentality. “I mean it was unbelievable. We were walking around like zombies when that happened.” But instead of moping or throwing a fit, Sharp packed up his trailer, donated all the food to the local food bank, and drove home. “You talk about challenging times,” Sharp reminded me. He said he’s had his American flags up on the top of Bubba’s since the day after 9/11. “We were halfway through the project,” he said, noting he was the general contractor for the restaurant’s fort-like structure—a three-year project. Then came the 9/11 attacks. So he put the flags up then, and he’s kept them up. “So coronavirus hits, we never closed a day,” Sharp said. “We automatically switched over to to-go. We had to let all the staff go,” he said, paring down to himself, his wife, and two cooks at Bubba’s. At his Tortilla Town in Paso, he kept all employees, but had to cut their hours to a minimum when business slowed. “No one knew what to do. What does lockdown mean?” he said, knowing Bubba’s dine-in model would take a harder hit than the walk-up-and-order Tortilla Town. But with the uncertainty, he said, “We just keep doing our thing. We don’t get too scared … we don’t give up.” Speaking of not giving up, Sharp continued moving forward with opening a second Tortilla Town location in SLO on June 12. That’s right—during COVID-19 and a time of protests and civil unrest. “I couldn’t be happier, the way it turned out,” he said. “Whatever I do, I do with all my heart,” he said. BUBBA’S GIVES THANKS Roger Sharp’s The walls are colorful, and crew at Big Bubba’s Bad BBQ wants the Paso Tortilla Town’s ambience is Police Department to come on over for dinner. lighthearted and cozy. The Mexican Here they’re preparing gift cards for the eatery features delicious, made-frompolice department, in a community-wide effort to show local law enforcement some love. scratch burritos, tacos, and gorditas. Bubba’s is one of many local restaurants and Recently Sharp was working on wineries flooding the police stations with food his new Tortilla Town location in and gift cards. SLO. All was well, until ... .
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TORTILLA TOWN IN SLO TOWN Are you excited for tacos, burritos, gorditas, and salads? Tortilla Town—same owner as Big Bubba’s Bad BBQ—opened a second location at 892 Marsh St., SLO, during the second week in June.
“It was the day that they had the first protest, and it got a little bit out of hand,” Sharp said, speaking of the June 1 protest that ended, according to SLO Police Chief Deanna Cantrell, with officers firing pepper balls and tear gas when the group ignored an hour of warnings not to enter the freeway again as they had before. Sharp witnessed the chaos, and then sat in traffic. After watching the news and seeing people “not conducting themselves very well,” he felt nervous about the upcoming protests in Paso. But he decided to stay open. He said he knew the Paso community felt just as nervous after seeing what happened in SLO, so he decided to run some food to the people and officers who were downtown. “I boxed up a bunch of food, and when I got there, there were six or seven police cars lined up and everybody was standing outside of their car ... and I said, ‘Here! Thanks for doing a great job today, it was really nice.’” As far as the Paso protest, Sharp said, “It went really smooth. They were there. They did their protest, which we all think is fine. Protesting’s not bad. I’m all for protesting. What I’m not all for is you come breaking my stuff. I don’t care who that is, right?” And he, his wife, and employees continued to drop off food to the Paso police station, night after night— barbecue from Bubba’s, tacos from Tortilla Town. Within a week a group called Protect Paso took Sharp’s lead. They had organized gift baskets for the 35 members of the police department, with bottles of wine from wineries, gift cards from local eateries, and a large pile of Tortilla Town gift cards from Sharp. “We don’t need it because they’re police officers, we need it because they’re human beings,” he said. “They are doing their job, we appreciate it, and thank you!” ∆ Flavor writer Beth Giuffre is ready to share the love. Send foodie tips to bgiuffre@newtimesslo.com.
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FILE NO. 2020-0985 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, KENNY K CONSTRUCTION, 447 Pioneer Ave., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Kenneth Kosareff (447 Pioneer Ave., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kenneth Kosareff. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-15-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 05-15-25. June 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-0986 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SEÑORITAS CLOTHING, 581 Manhattan Ave., Apt. 1, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Denise Lopez (581 Manhattan Ave., Apt. 1, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Denise Lopez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-15-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 05-15-25. May 28, June 4, 11, & 18, 2020
FILE NO. 2020-0934 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BROAD STREET STORAGE, 4880 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. SLO Mini-Storage, LLC (1300 Esther St., Ste. 200, Vancouver, WA 98660). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ SLO MiniStorage, LLC, Manager-Greg Kubicek. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-08-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk S. King, Deputy. Exp. 05-08-25. June 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-0949 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DAVENPORT CREEK RANCH, 5205 Davenport Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Amanda Barbara Garcia, Ron Roy Garcia (5205 Davenport Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Amanda Garcia, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-1120. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 05-11-25. June 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2020
FILE NO. 2020-0953 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/05/2004) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SLO SWIM, 795 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Shelley Filip (172 Avenida De Diamante, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Shelley Filip. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-12-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 05-12-25. May 28, June 4, 11, & 18, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-0983 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/15/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CERTIFIED GLASS RESTORATION, 1255 Orcutt Rd., Sp. A9, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Robert E. Vermazen (1255 Orcutt Rd., Sp. A9, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Robert E. Vermazen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-15-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 05-15-25. May 28, June 4, 11, & 18, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-0968 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/19/2014) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BELL MACHINING, 2295 Alban Place, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Bobby D. Roach (2295 Alban Place, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Bobby D. Roach, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-14-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk S. King, Deputy. Exp. 05-14-25. May 28, June 4, 11, & 18, 2020
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT, at the regular meeting of the City Council held on June 9, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. held via teleconference in accordance pursuant to Section 3 of Executive Order N-29-20, issued by Governor Newsom on March 17, 2020, the City Council of the City of Morro Bay, introduced Ordinance No. 634, creating a program to regulate and permit sidewalk vending pursuant to California Senate Bill 946. A certified copy of the full text of the proposed ordinance is available for public review on the City’s website at www.morrobayca.gov, and upon request by contacting the City Clerk’s office at (805) 772-6205. The City Council will consider adoption of Ordinance No. 634 at their next regularly scheduled meeting June 23, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. held via teleconference. /s/ Heather Goodwin Deputy City Clerk Dated: June 10, 2020 Publish: June 18, 2020
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NOTICE OF ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 633 OF THE CITY OF MORRO BAY
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WHEN: Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. (All items are advertised for 9:00 a.m. To find out the agenda placement call the Planning Department at 781-5600.) WHAT: Hearing to consider and recommend approval to the Board of Supervisors a request by the COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO to: 1) amend and update the Estero Area Plan, Part II of the Land Use and Circulation Element of the County General Plan and Local Coastal Plan, by updating the Los Osos Urban Area, including goals, policies, programs, and planning areas standards, for the area within and outside of the existing Los Osos Urban Reserve Line, known as the ‘Los Osos Community Plan’, and making other related changes to the Area Plan; 2) amend the Official Maps, Part III of the Land Use Element of the County General Plan, to reflect changes to land use categories and combining designations; and 3) amend and update the Growth Management Ordinance, Title 26 of the County Code, to establish a growth rate for new dwelling units in the Los Osos Urban Area and cleanup ordinance language.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT, at the regular meeting of the City Council held on June 9, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. via teleconference in accordance pursuant to Section 3 of Executive Order N-29-20, issued by Governor Newsom on March 17, 2020, the City Council of the City of Morro Bay adopted Ordinance No. 633, amending Chapter 5.50 (Commercial Cannabis Operations Regulatory Program) of Title 5 of the Morro Bay Municipal Code to Permit Certain Adult-Use Commercial Cannabis Uses (Retail Sales, Deliveries and (Wholesale) Distributor) and to authorize Community Development Director to issue Administrative Regulations.
WHERE: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE based on the threat of COVID-19 as reflected in the Proclamations of Emergency issued by both the Governor of the State of California and the San Luis Obispo County Emergency Services Director as well as the Governor’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, until further notice all public meetings for the Department of Planning and Building for the County of San Luis Obispo will be closed to members of the public and non-essential County staff. The Department’s Notice of Temporary Procedures, which includes Instructions on how to view the meeting remotely and how to provide public comment are posted on the Department’s webpage at www.slocounty. ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building/Boardsand-Commissions.aspx. Additionally, hearing body members and officers may attend the meeting via teleconference and participate in the meeting to the same extent as if they were present.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: A copy of the staff report will be available on the Planning Department website, www. sloplanning.org. You may contact Kerry Brown, Project Manager, in the San Luis Obispo County Department of Planning and Building, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, (805) 781-5600 or at kbrown@co.slo.ca.us. ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION: Also to be considered is the environmental determination prepared for the Los Osos Community Plan. The Environmental Coordinator, after completion of the initial study, finds that there is evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment, and therefore a Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) was prepared (pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq., and CA Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq.) for this project. The FEIR addresses potential impacts regarding: Aesthetics, Air Quality, Biological Resources, Coastal Hazards, Cultural Resources, Tribal Cultural Resources, Hydrology and Water Quality, Land Use, Noise, Transportation and Circulation, Wastewater, Water Supply, Recreation, Population and Housing, Public Services, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, and cumulative impacts. The FEIR also considers alternatives to the project in addition to the “no project” alternative. Also to be considered is the environmental determination that the Growth Management Ordinance amendment is exempt under CEQA, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b) (3), General Rule Exemption. The Environmental Coordinator has determined that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the proposed project may have a significant adverse effect on the environment. A Notice of Exemption has been prepared pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15062.
**If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing. ** DATED: June 16, 2020 RAMONA HEDGES, SECRETARY COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION June 18, 2020
Environmental Impact Report Notice of Preparation Phillips 66/ Santa Margarita Ranch Major Grading Permit PMTG2019-00065 / ED 19-204 The County of San Luis Obispo as Lead Agency will prepare an Environmental Impact Report for a soil remediation grading project. The (PMTG2019-00065) for excavation of hydrocarbon-impacted soils at
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Publish:June 18, 2020
category in the Salinas River Sub Area of the North County Planning Area. impacts relating and not limited to Cultural and Tribal Resources. This
Public Call in Number to Participate is as follows:
Effects, and Growth Inducement, will be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report to be prepared for the project. There are no Cortese listings or GeoTracker sites located on-site, outside of the regulatory actions reported on the GeoTracker database associated with the proposed remediation project. At this time there is no tentative hearing date for the project. Further Information: Please submit your comments by July 22, 2020. The project’s full Notice
NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY AND INTENT TO ADOPT A NEGATIVE DECLARATION The 2020 Climate Action Plan (CAP) Update and CEQA Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Significance Thresholds (City File EID-0275-2020)
of Preparation with attachments including a detailed Project Description,
The Draft Initial Study-Negative Declaration addresses the environmental impacts of implementing the City of San Luis Obispo 2020 Climate Action Plan (CAP) Update as well as the City of San Luis Obispo California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Significance Thresholds.
Comments may be submitted via email to: cchambers@co.slo.ca.us, or
The City proposes to adopt a 2020 CAP Update, which is organized into six pillars, each of which includes a long-term goal, measures, and foundational actions. Altogether, these CAP Update measures and foundational actions are intended to reduce communitywide GHG emissions by 43 percent below 1990 levels by 2030 and by 66 percent below 1990 levels by 2035, which provides substantial progress toward meeting the City carbon neutrality goal while exceeding in time the State carbon neutrality goal. However, full implementation of the CAP Update would leave a gap of approximately 111,030 MTCO2e per year that would still need to be addressed to achieve carbon neutrality. As such, the CAP Update acknowledges that additional actions beyond those identified in the plan will be necessary to achieve carbon neutrality and, therefore, provides a mechanism for updating and adopting a new climate action plan connected to the biennial financial plan cycle. This allows for certainty in the updated schedule, ensures that the carbon neutrality work is directly tied to the City’s financial decision making and prioritization process and allows for constant integration of learning, best practices, and new measures and technologies to further the City toward meeting its goal of carbon neutrality. Furthermore, in order to execute the CAP, City staff would implement the following administrative actions: regularly update the CAP; monitor and report CAP implementation; ensure transparency by reporting GHG and CAP information to public disclosure programs; and develop a mitigation program for new development to illustrate consistency with the CAP.
additional information.
In addition, the City proposes to adopt quantitative CEQA GHG Emissions Thresholds for use in evaluating whether a plan or project’s GHG emissions would result in a potentially significant environmental impact under CEQA for plans or projects with pre2030 buildout or initial operation years. The CEQA GHG Emissions Thresholds would be applied to plans or projects that cannot tier from the environmental analysis for the City’s CAP Update due to one of the following circumstances: • The plan or project would not be consistent with the 2014 General Plan land use and zoning designations for the project site and would result in greater GHG emissions than existing on-site development; or • The plan or project would not be consistent with the CEQA GHG Emissions Analysis Compliance Checklist. Reference copies of the Negative Declaration will be available on the City’s website at http://www.slocity.org/government/ department-directory/community-development/documentsonline/environmental-review-documents. Reference copies of the Climate Action Plan including the CEQA GHG Emissions Significance Thresholds will be available on the City’s website at https://www.slocity.org/government/department-directory/cityadministration/office-of-sustainability/climate-action/climateaction-plan. If you are unable to access the internet, please contact Teresa McClish at tmcclish@slocity.org or (805) 783-7840 to arrange for an alternative means to view the study, as the City offices are currently closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic and associated Shelter at Home Order. The required 30-day public review period for the Mitigated Negative Declaration will extend from Monday, June 22, 2020 to Wednesday, July 22, 2020. Anyone interested in commenting on the document should submit a written statement to the City of San Luis Obispo, Community Development Department, 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, Attention: Teresa McClish, Special Projects Manager, or by email to tmcclish@slocity.org, by 5:00 p.m., July 22, 2020. Hearings are tentatively scheduled with the City of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission on July 8, 2020, and City Council on August 18, 2020 to evaluate the Climate Action Plan. Interested persons can access the Planning Commission agenda at https:// www.slocity.org/government/advisory-bodies/agendas-andminutes/planning-commission to locate the agenda of the public hearing for this plan. June 18, 2020
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: DUE TO THE COVID 19 PANDEMIC THE PUBLIC MAY ONLY PARTICIPATE BY TELECONFERENCING. All interested persons are invited to call in to participate in the hearing, provide comments, and be heard:
the CEQA Guidelines (Appendix G) including Alternatives, Cumulative
Notice of Intent to Adopt Negative Declaration
The Templeton Community Services District will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, July 07, 2020, beginning at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of affording any individual who has street light assessments, delinquent weed abatement fees, Community Facilities District (CFD) 2017-1 assessments, or delinquent water and/or sewer charges, together with penalties thereon, as shown on the report filed with the District Board of Directors, to be heard by the Board regarding such assessments, delinquent fees and/or charges, and their collection on the County tax roll.
The proposed project may result in potentially significant environmental issue, together with the analysis of other issue areas as mandated by
City of San Luis Obispo
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF TEMPLETON COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT REGARDING COLLECTION OF STREET LIGHT ASSESSMENTS, COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 2017-1 ASSESSMENTS, DELINQUENT WEED ABATEMENT FEES, AND DELINQUENT WATER AND SEWER CHARGES
project is a request by Phillips 66 for a County Major Grading permit
A certified copy of the full text of the proposed ordinance is available on the City’s website at www.morrobayca.gov, and upon request by contacting the City Clerk’s office at (805) 772-6205.
The Public Hearing Draft of the Los Osos Community Plan and Draft Growth Management Ordinance can be found here: https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/ LosOsosPlan.aspx County File Numbers: LRP2011-00016 & LRP2020-00006 Assessor Parcel Number: Various/Community-wide Supervisorial District: 2 Date Accepted: N/A
COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING& BUILDING TREVOR KEITH, DIRECTOR
Map exhibits, and Preliminary Initial Study can be accessed on the County’s website: https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building.aspx (under Active Major Projects)
via USPS mail to: County of San Luis Obispo Planning & Building, Room 300, Attention: C. Chambers, 976 Osos Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93108. Please contact Cindy Chambers at (805) 781-5608 or at the email above, for
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ZOOM Phone #: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 896 6489 8351 Password: 656889 At the public hearing on Tuesday, July 7, 2020, the District will consider any and all comments and objections to the authorization of collection of street light assessments, CFD 2017-1 assessments, and delinquent fees and charges, together with penalties thereon, on the tax roll pursuant to Government Code Section 61115(b). Any questions regarding the information in this notice may be directed to Natalie Klock, Finance Officer of the District, at (805) 434-4900. All information and documents regarding the assessments, and delinquent fees and charges are available for inspection at the Templeton Community Services District office located at 420 Crocker Street, Templeton. OTHER PUBLIC COMMENT OPTIONS: The public may also provide comment via e-mail or letters that will be distributed to the Board of Directors. E-mails may be sent to the Board Secretary at ion@templetoncsd.org. Letters may be mailed to the District Office at P.O. Box 780, Templeton, CA 93465. Letters may also be dropped-off at the District’s Drop-Box located outside the District Office at 420 Crocker Street, Templeton. People may also call the District Office at (805) 434-4900 to leave a message concerning items on the agenda. Public input using one of these methods must be received by Tuesday, July 7, 2020 by 3:00 p.m. June 18 & 25, 2020
COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WHO: County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission WHEN: Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600. WHAT: Hearing to consider a request by People’s Self Help Housing Rolling Hills III for a Conditional Use Permit (DRC2019-00260) to allow for the construction of an 11,691-square-foot, 28-unit apartment complex, consisting of “two” structures ranging in size from 5,439 to 6,252 square feet each. The project also includes the construction of a 2,110-square foot learning center and a 432-square-foot maintenance building. The project will result in the disturbance of 2.1 acres of a 3.5-acre parcel, including approximately 2,850 cubic yards of cut and 2,810 cubic yards of fill. The proposed project is within the Office and Professional land use category and is located at 246 Bennett Way, approximately 260 feet west of the Highway 101/Las Tablas Road intersection, in the community of Templeton. The site is in the Salinas River Sub Area of the North County Planning Area. Also to be considered at the hearing will be adoption of the Environmental Document prepared for the item. The Environmental Coordinator, after completion of the initial study, finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment, and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report is not necessary. Therefore, a Negative Declaration (pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq., and CA Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq.) has been issued on June 8, 2020 for this project. County File Number: DRC2019-00260 Supervisorial District: District 1 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 040-289-020 Date Accepted: 12/19/2019 WHERE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE based on the threat of COVID-19 as reflected in the Proclamations of Emergency issued by both the Governor of the State of California and the San Luis Obispo County Emergency Services Director as well as the Governor’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, until further notice all public meetings for the Department of Planning and Building for the County of San Luis Obispo will be closed to members of the public and non-essential County staff. The Department’s Notice of Temporary Procedures, which includes Instructions on how to view the meeting remotely and how to provide public comment are posted on the Department’s webpage at www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/ Planning-Building/Boards-and-Commissions.aspx. Additionally, hearing body members and officers may attend the meeting via teleconference and participate in the meeting to the same extent as if they were present. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Holly Phipps, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600. If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing. Ramona Hedges, Secretary Planning Commission June 18, 2020
INVITATION TO BID City of Morro Bay Public Works Department Water Reclamation Facility Lift Stations and Offsite Pipelines Notice is hereby given that the City Clerk of the City of Morro Bay, California, in the City Clerk’s Office, 595 Harbor Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442, will receive sealed bids until 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, July 28th, 2020. Bids received after that time will be returned un-opened. The bids shall be opened and read aloud by the City Clerk, on the above-specified date at or about 2:05 P.M. in an adjacent conference room accessible to the bidders and the public. Mailing and hand delivery address for bid proposals is: 595 Harbor Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442 All bids shall be clearly marked, to prevent inadvertent opening by City mail management staff in advance of the bid opening, as: Morro Bay Water Reclamation Facility Lift Stations and Offsite Pipelines (SEALED BID) Scope of Work: General work description: The construction of Lift Stations and Offsite Pipelines; and shall consist of furnishing and supplying labor, materials, tools, equipment, and other necessary provisions in completing the two sanitary sewer lift stations, offsite pipelines, and other appurtenant facilities for the new Water Reclamation Facility currently under construction. The work shall be completed within Four Hundred and Ninety-Five (495) calendar days from the “Notice to Proceed.” To receive electronic bid documents and to register as a plan-holder, prospective bidders must email a request to the following project contact. Project Contact: ASAP Reprographics https://www.projectsasap.com/job/public 805-772-3540 Bidder inquiries and questions relating to this project shall also be directed to the project contact. This notice is also posted at 955 Shasta Avenue and the City website: www. morrobayca.gov/Bids No bid will be accepted from a Contractor who is not licensed with either a class “A” license or another license or combination of license classifications that are appropriate for the work being done and as approved by the City Engineer. The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive irregularities, and make an award deemed in the best interest of the City. Postmarks and facsimiles are not acceptable. Prevailing wages shall be paid in accordance with the provisions of Sections 1770 and 1780 of the State of California Labor Code of the State of California and the Compliance Monitoring Unit or “CMU” within the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE). Visit to Work Site: Prospective bidders are encouraged, but not mandatory, to walk through the proposed project sites. The objective of the walk through is to acquaint bidders with the site conditions. Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting: A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at 1:00 PM local time on July 7th, 2020. Meeting will be held at the Water Reclamation Construction Site at 555 South Bay Boulevard, Morro Bay, CA 93442. Attendance at a pre-bid meeting is mandatory. The Engineer’s estimate for the project is approximately $27,000,000. CITY OF MORRO BAY June 18, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-0991 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/01/2012) New Filing The following persons are doing business as: STORY TERMITE & PEST, 7360 Morro Rd. Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Dave A. Story and Tammy L. Story (9170 La Paz Ln., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by a Married Couple/s/Dave A. Story. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-18-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 05-18-2025 June 11, 18, 25, & July 2, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-0996 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/17/2005) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COMET REALTY, 1110 Clifornia Blvd., Suite C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Comett Enterprises, Inc. (1110 Clifornia Blvd., Suite C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Comett Enterprises, Inc., Hayley Townley, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-18-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 05-18-25. June 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1000 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BERLIN WINE CO, THE BERLIN WINE COPMANY, 1541 El Tigre Ct., Apt. 10, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Ner Tamid LLC (1541 El Tigre Ct., Apt. 10, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Ner Tamid LLC, David Brian Berlin, President & CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-19-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 05-19-25. May 28, June 4, 11, & 18, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1003 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/19/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LEFT COAST T-SHIRT COMPANY, LIVE LOCAL APPAREL, LAST WAVE, 2 TOKES, LARD & SAVOR, 755 Fiero Ln., Ste. A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Left Coast Enterprises, Inc. (755 Fiero Ln., Ste. A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Left Coast Enterprises, Inc., David Whitaker, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-19-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 05-19-25. June 11, 18, 25, & July 2, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1006 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LAND PACIFIC ENTITLEMENT, 815 Murray Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Kenneth Bruce Emmer (893 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kenneth Bruce Emmer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-20-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk S. King, Deputy. Exp. 05-20-25. May 28, June 4, 11, & 18, 2020
FILE NO. 2020-1013 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, NUDAY SALON BOOTH RENTAL, 715 Santa Maria #C, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Sarenna Aline Morrow (414 Santa Barbara Ave., PO Box 19, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sarenna Aline Morrow. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-20-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 05-20-25. May 28, June 4, 11, & 18, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1015 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/21/2010) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STUDIO 2G ARCHITECTS, 1540 Marsh St., Ste. 230, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Laura Gough (1340 Sierra Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420), Heidi Gibson (554 Lawrence Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Partnership /s/ Laura Gough. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-20-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 05-20-25. June 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1017 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, WAND REALTY, 521 Bluerock Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Anni Wang (521 Bluerock Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Anni Wang, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-21-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk S. King, Deputy. Exp. 05-21-25. June 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1020 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/15/2015) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CUESTA APPRAISAL, 371 Piney Way, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Paul Thomas Nagy (371 Piney Way, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Paul T. Nagy, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-21-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 05-21-25. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1025 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SLOFLY, 3451 Sequoia Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. John Douglas Barden (609 Meyer Lane #17, Redondo Beach, CA 90278), Matthew Teel (3451 Sequoia Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ John Douglas Barden, CoOwner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-26-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 05-26-25. June 11, 18, 25, & July 2, 2020
FILE NO. 2020-1030 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/20/2000) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DEL VALLE GARDENING & MAINTENANCE, 2425 Mesa Ranch Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Marco A. Machuca (450 S. 14th St. #D, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Marco A. Machuca, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-27-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 05-27-25. June 11, 18, 25, & July 2, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1038 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/28/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, WILDERNEST, 1798 Sage Ave., Suite B, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Denise D. Schmitt (1798 Sage Ave., Suite B, Los Osos, CA 93402), Avery J. Riis (1245 13th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Denise D. Schmitt. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-28-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 05-28-25. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1043 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MANZANA CONSULTING, 765 Price Canyon Rd., Unit A, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Jillian Flavin (765 Price Canyon Rd., Unit A, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jillian Flavin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-29-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 05-29-25. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1048 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MORTGAGE PROFESSIONALS GROUP, 1957 San Luis Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Vincent Keith Mohr (1957 San Luis Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Vincent Keith Mohr, Broker/ Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-29-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 05-29-25. June 11, 18, 25, & July 2, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1053 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/29/2020)) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SHOCKLEY MOBILE IT SERVICES, 7415 Huasna Rd. Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Daniel Zimmerman (7415 Huasna Rd. Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by an Individual /s/ Daniel Zimmerman. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-01-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 06-01-2025 June 11, 18, 25, & July 2, 2020
FILE NO. 2020-1079 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/09/2015) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GINO’S PIZZA, 1761 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Alberto Garcia Cansino, Consuelo Garcia (4220 La Posada, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Consuelo Garcia. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-02-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 06-02-25. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
FILE NO. 2020-1100 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/25/2006) New Filing The following person is doing business as: FRENCH QUARTER, 969 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Savannah Star, Inc. (969 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by a CA Corporation /s/ Savannah Star Inc., Deborah MeltonPresident. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-04-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 06-04-2025 June 11, 18, 25, & July 2, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1085 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MISS SPARKLES CLEANING SERVICE, 130 E. Tefft, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Francisco J. Aguirre (130 E. Tefft, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Francisco J. Aguirre. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-02-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 06-02-25. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1086 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/20/2014) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COMFORT KEEPERS 973, 660 Santa Ysabel Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. MCMP Inc. (660 Santa Ysabel Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ MCMP Inc., Paula McMahon, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-03-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 06-0325. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1092 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/11/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ARROYO GRANDE GLASS COMPANY, 1012 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Stacy Johnson, Bertram Johnson III (4061 Loch Lomond Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93455). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Stacy Johnson and Bertram Johnson III. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-03-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 06-03-25. June 11, 18, 25, & July 2, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1093 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PASO COUNSELING, 1111 Riverside Ave., Suite 404, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. James G. Fields (914 Running Stag Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ James G. Fields. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-03-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 06-03-25. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
FILE NO. 2020-1103 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/05/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, OGBU & SONS EXTRACTION SOLUTIONS, 640 Stanton Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Israel Ogbu (640 Stanton Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Israel Ogbu. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-08-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 06-0825. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
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FILE NO. 2020-1104 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/05/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, NANCY’S ACUPRESSURE MASSAGE STUDIO, 71 S Ocean Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Yuqing Liu, William Jeffry Walker (481 Estero Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Yuqing Liu. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-08-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 06-0825. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2020-1109 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THIBIDO WINERY, 175 Easter Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Beckland, LLC (175 Easter Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Beckland, LLC, Gibsey Beckett, Manager & Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-08-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 06-0825. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2020-1112 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/08/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DECOBOOM, 1981 Nancy Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Andrew Samuel Bingham (1981 Nancy Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Andrew S. Bingham. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 0608-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 06-08-25. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
FILE NO. 2020-1130 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MONA MCKELVY MASSAGE THERAPY, 715 Santa Maria #B, Baywood Park, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Mona McKelvy (366 Highland Dr., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Mona McKelvy. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-09-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 06-09-25. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2020-1131 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HEATHER MOSS, ESTHETICIAN, 715 Santa Maria #B, Baywood Park, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Heather J. Moss (1999 12th St. A, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Heather J. Moss. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-09-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 06-09-25. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2020-1132 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/01/2005) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SOUTH PASO CHEVRON, 1849 Ramada Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. South Paso Robles CoBrand, Inc. (1060 Herdsman Way, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ South Paso Robles Co-Brand Inc., Robert Tachovsky, Its President . This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-10-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 06-10-25. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2020-1099 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/15/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as: PIPPA & KY, 770 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Savannah Star, Inc. (969 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by a CA Corporation /s/ Savannah Star Inc., Deborah Melton-President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-04-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 06-04-2025 June 11, 18, 25, & July 2, 2020
AMENDED NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: CRAIG RABINOWITZ CASE NUMBER: 20PR0075
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Craig Rabinowitz AN AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: Gail Grimes in the Superior Court of California, County of: San Luis Obispo. THE AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: Gail Grimes be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE AMENDED 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 inter-
LEGAL NOTICES ested 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 AMENDED petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: June 30, 2020 Time: 9:00 A.M. in Dept.: 9 Address of Court: Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the AMENDED 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 formal Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Edward E. Attala 1502 Higuera St San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Phone: 805-543-1212 June 4, 11, 18, 2020
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ALAN BROOKS AKA ALAN RYAN BROOKS CASE NUMBER: 20PR - 0151
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ALAN BROOKS aka ALAN RYAN BROOKS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by STARR SISLIAN and GINA S KISMET in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests STARR SISLIAN and GINA S KISMET be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 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: June 23, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. 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,
LEGAL NOTICES 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 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 formal 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. Attorney for Petitioner: Mark S. Poochigian Baker Manock & Jensen, PC 5260 N. Palm Ave., Suite 421 Fresno, CA 93704 June 4, 11, & 18, 2020
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ALFRED DE MATTOS, JR. CASE NUMBER: 20PR - 0167
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ALFRED DE MATTOS, JR. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ALFRED DE MATTOS, III in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests ALFRED DE MATTOS, III be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 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: June 30, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. 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 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 formal 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. Attorney for Petitioner: Christian E. Iversen 605-13th Street Paso Robles, CA 93446 June 11, 18, & 25, 2020
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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ANNE M. BETTENCOURT CASE NUMBER: 20PR - 0160
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ANNE M. BETTENCOURT A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DIANE L. WETTLAUFER in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests DIANE L. WETTLAUFER 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: July 2, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: PR2, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. 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 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 formal 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. Attorney for Petitioner: Scott W. Wall 1102 Laurel Lane San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 June 11, 18, & 25, 2020
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ROBERT BURROWS CASE NUMBER: 20PR - 0123
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ROBERT BURROWS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LEON BURROWS in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.
LEGAL NOTICES The Petition for Probate requests LEON BURROWS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 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: June 30, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. 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 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 formal 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. Attorney for Petitioner: Jonas Bailey, Esq. 1405 Garden Street, Suite 2 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 June 4, 11, & 18, 2020
NOTICE OF AMENDED PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: SALLY J. VORHIES AKA SALLY J. MUSTAIN VORHIES CASE NUMBER: 20PR0158
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: SALLY J. VORHIES aka SALLY J. MUSTAIN VORHIES A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: Robert H. Vorhies in the Superior Court of California, County of: San Luis Obispo. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: Robert H. Vorhies be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 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: June 30, 2020 Time: 9:00 A.M. in Dept.: 9 Address of Court: Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. 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
LEGAL NOTICES 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 formal Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Herbert A. Stroh, Esq. 656 Santa Rosa St., Suite 2A San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Phone: 805-541-2800 June 4, 11, 18, 2020
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: KATHRYN ELIZABETH BURKE CASE NUMBER: 20PR0156
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Kathryn Elizabeth Burke, Kathryn Elizabeth Warner, Kathryn Warner Burke A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: STEPHEN C. WARNER in the Superior Court of California, County of: San Luis Obispo. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: STEPHEN C. WARNER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 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: JUNE 30, 2020 Time: 9:00 A.M. in Dept.: 9 Address of Court: Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. 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 formal Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Edward E. Attala 1502 Higuera St San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Phone: 805-543-1212 June 4, 11, 18, 2020
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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE
The following units will be sold to satisfy liens against them at a public auction to be held on Friday, June 26, 2020. Notice is hereby given by the undersigned that a public lien sale of the following described personal property will be held. Unit #172 Mark Mai - Garden tools, ice chest, broom, boxes, clothes, hats, bedding
LEGAL NOTICES clothing, Christmas tree Mike Martin Tools, welding equipment, compressor, power tools, filing cabinet, luggage Daniel Quick Tool boxes, yard tools, dirt bike parts, golf clubs, mechanics dolly, furniture, cooler, treadmill, misc boxes/bins Nancy Smith Boxes
Unit #522 Rachael Williams - Furniture, sports equipment, boxes/ totes, tools
Nola Soto Saddle, turkey fryer, Christmas décor, misc tools, misc boxes
Unit #975 Charles Nazarian - Fishing equipment, music equipment, furniture, boxes/totes, animal carrier, camping equipment, kitchen appliances, toys, wheelchair
Robinette Thomas Car-top cargo carrier, car parts, yard tools, boxes
Sealed bids will be accepted preceding a silent auction at 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Friday, June 26, 2020, at ABBY’S SELF STORAGE, 50 ABBY ROAD, TEMPLETON, County of San Luis Obispo, State of California. Bond #0455718. Bids will be taken from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, (Owner has the right to refuse any and all bids. Owner has the right to bid). Highest bidder will be notified by telephone by 12:00 PM the day of the auction. Payment is due and payable immediately. Cash only, this is to include a $100 cash deposit, refundable once the unit is verified clean and goods removed. June 18, 25, 2020
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC. Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned is hereby given notice that a public lien sale of the following personal property will be held online at storageauctions. net and will end at the hour of 10 AM on the 9th Day of July, 2020 where said property has been stored and which are located at: Traffic Way Storage, 5395 Traffic Way, Atascadero, CA 93422 County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, the following: Kryssa Banuelos Refrigerator, washer & dryer, clothes, tables, mattress, furniture, misc boxes/bins John Peter Theodosis Tools, luggage, misc boxes/bins June 18, 25, 2020
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC. Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned is hereby given notice that a public lien sale of the following personal property will be held online at storageauctions. net and will end at the hour of 11 AM on the 9th Day of July, 2020 where said property has been stored and which are located at: Downtown Mini Storage, 9200 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422 County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, the following Jose Carlos Cespedes Refrigerator, tools, table saw, floor butter, ladder, dresser, cooler Kymberli Chamberlain Dresser, doll house, mattress, misc bins / Twyla Cryan Shop vac, scrapbooking itesm, arts & crafts, books, misc boxes/ bins Roberto Garcia Bicycle, car detailing equipment, table, chair, misc clothes Kimberly Hazelhurst Piano, stroller, walkers, carpet, misc boxes/bins Yesica Hernandez Children’s toys, stroller, fishing pole, misc boxes/bins/bags,
Daniel Vasquez Table saw, golf clubs, chest, misc household, clothes, artwork, boxes Olivia Young Car parts, tires, car seat, 1990 Toyota Corolla, VIN JT2AE96J6L3364834, 5NNN947 CA June 18, 25, 2020
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 091-441-001 TS NO: CA0700167419-1 TO NO: 191284479-CAVOI
(The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d) (2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED June 13, 2016. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On August 11, 2020 at 11:00 AM, In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on June 21, 2016 as Instrument No. 2016028909, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, executed by JAMES S. KECK AND DELENE S. RITCHIE KECK, AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as Beneficiary, as nominee for HIGHTECHLENDING, INC. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 496 COLONIAL PLACE, NIPOMO, CA 93444 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $485,041.98 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check 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,
LEGAL NOTICES savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. 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 Nationwide Posting & Publication at 916.939.0772 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Web site address listed below for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA07001674-19-1. 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: 06/09/2020 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA07001674-19-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949-252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 Dalaysia Ramirez, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.nationwideposting.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Nationwide Posting & Publication AT 916.939.0772 Trustee Corps may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose. NPP0370495 To: NEW TIMES 06/18/2020, 06/25/2020, 07/02/2020
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE. TS 42040 LN PT2217617 TO 1428762CAD.
YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/23/2018. 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 drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and
LEGAL NOTICES now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. NOTICE: ALL AMERICAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE, AS TRUSTEE, WILL NOT ACCEPT THIRD PARTY ENDORSED CASHIER’S CHECKS. ALL CASHIER’S CHECKS MUST BE PAYABLE DIRECTLY TO ALL AMERICAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), 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: NORBERTO ANDRADE AND ANDREA ANDRADE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, Duly Appointed Trustee: All American Foreclosure Service. Recorded 2/16/2018 as Instrument No. 2018006418 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California. Date of Sale: 6/25/2020 at 11:00 AM. Place of Sale: In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Bldg. located at 1087 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $157,422.13. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 346 Mitchell Drive San Luis Obispo, CA. A.P.N.: 074-081-035. 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 the monies paid to the trustee and the successful bidder shall have no recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. 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 (805) 543-7088 or visit this Internet Web site www.eloandata.com , using the file number assigned to this case 42040. 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: 5/26/2020. All American Foreclosure Service, 1363 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (805) 543-7088. Sheryle A. Machado, Certified Trustee Sale Officer June 4, 11, & 18, 2020.
LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO) CHAD J. BECK AND ALL OTHER PERSONS UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN OR INTEREST IN REAL PROPERTY YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): PATRICIA MCQUILLEN CASE NUMBER (NÚMERO DE CASO): 20CV-0202
Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion. Tiene 30 DIAS CALENDARIOS despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una repuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted puede usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formuleriors de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su repuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte la podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requistas legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio
LEGAL NOTICES web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www. sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar ias cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo ao una consesion de artitraje en un caso dce derecho civll. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. CASE NUMBER: (Número de caso): 20CV-0202 The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte son) SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO 1050 Monterey Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y número de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Wilson & Wilson 960 Toro Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 805-546-8098 Date: (Fecha) 04/03/2020 By: /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk (Secretario) /s/, Carol L. McGuirk, Deputy Clerk, (adjunto) June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020.
NOTIFICATION OF SALE OF MEMBERSHIP INTERESTS
Notice is hereby given that Secured Party Russell M. Sheppel will sell PB Companies, LLC’s 50% economic interest in Tank Farm Center, LLC, and PB Companies, LLC’s 30% economic interest in Buellton Village Center LLC, including without limitation all rights to distributions and all other rights of a holder of an economic interest under the limited liability company operating agreements governing such membership interests (“Operating Agreements”), to the highest qualified bidder, in public, as follows: Day and Date: Monday, June 22, 2020 Time: 1:00 p.m. Place: 1043 Pacific Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Qualified bidders will arrive at the sale and the winning bidder shall pay by cashier’s check(s). There is no warranty relating to title, possession, quiet enjoyment, or the like in this disposition. Qualified bidders may request additional information, including the Operating Agreements, by calling Sean Nagel at (805) 541-1000. June 18, 2020
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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 20CV0144
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Monica Lynn DuMong and Tavis Edward DuMong filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Deanna Rae Villanueva to PROPOSED NAME: Deanna Rae DuMong, PRESENT NAME: Julia Renee Villanueva to PROPOSED NAME: Julia Renee DuMong 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. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 06/25/2020, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: April 10, 2020 /s/: Ginger E. Garrett, Judge of the Superior Court May 28, June 4, 11, & 18, 2020
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant to California Government Code Sections 25845 and 54354-54358 and Health and Safety Code Section 5473 et seq., by which delinquent charges may be collected on the general County tax bill, the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo will hold a public hearing on July 7, 2020, at 9:00 a.m., in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, regarding the proposed collection of delinquent charges on the FY 2020-21 tax roll. All hearing items are scheduled for 9:00 a.m. To determine the placement of this item on the agenda, please contact the County Administrative Office the Thursday afternoon before the scheduled hearing date. The accepted report describing the delinquent charges proposed to be collected on the FY 2020-21 tax roll is on file in the Office of the County Clerk and is available for public review. Date: June 16, 2020 WADE HORTON Ex-Officio Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By:/s/ T’Ana Christiansen Deputy Clerk June 18 & 25, 2020
LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW
ORDER TO SHOW
CAUSE FOR CHANGE
CAUSE FOR CHANGE
OF NAME CASE
OF NAME CASE
NUMBER: 20CV-0270
NUMBER: 20CVP0160
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Sally Nora filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Sally Nora to PROPOSED NAME: Sally Nora Rose 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. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Crystal Lynn Collins filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Crystal Lynn Collins to PROPOSED NAME: Crystal Lynn Perez 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. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.
NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 07/13/2020, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 9 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times
NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 07/15/2020, Time: 9:30 am, Dept. P2 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times
Date: May 26, 2020 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court June 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2020
Date: May 21, 2020 /s/: Linda D. Hurst, Judge of the Superior Court May 28, June 4, 11, & 18, 2020
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 20CV-0277
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Catheline Denise Goodman filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Catheline Denise Goodman to PROPOSED NAME: Catheline Denice Goodman 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. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
NEW FILE NO. 2020-1128 OLD FILE NO. 2018-0516 Spacemakers Custom Closets, 1310 Lassen Drive, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 02/16/2018. The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: John R. Small, Eileen A. Ferrari Small (1796 13th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business was conducted by A Married Couple /s/ John R. Small. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 06-092020. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By G. Ugalde, Deputy Clerk. June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 07/13/2020, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 9 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: May 26, 2020 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court June 18, 25, July 2, & 9, 2020
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Rob Brezsny’s Free Will Astrology Homework: What is the greatest gift you have to offer your fellow humans? Have you found good ways to give it? Freewillastrology.com ARIES (March 21-April 19): My Aries friend Lavinia told me, “The fight I’m enjoying most lately is my fight to resist the compulsion to fight.” I invite you to consider adopting that attitude for the foreseeable future. Now and then, you Rams do seem to thrive on conflict, or at least use it to achieve worthy deeds—but the coming weeks will not be one of those times. I think you’re due for a phase of sweet harmony. The more you cultivate unity and peace and consensus, the healthier you’ll be. Do you dare act like a truce-maker, an agreement-broker, and a connoisseur of rapport?
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): “The answers you get depend upon the questions you ask,” wrote physicist and philosopher Thomas Kuhn. That’s always true, of course, but it’s especially true for you right now. I recommend that you devote substantial amounts of your earthy intelligence to the task of formulating the three most important questions for you to hold at the forefront of your awareness during the rest of 2020. If you do, I suspect you will ultimately receive answers that are useful, interesting, and transformative.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “A finished person is a boring person,” writes author Anna Quindlan. I agree! Luckily, you are quite unfinished, and thus not at all boring—especially these days. More than ever before, you seem willing to treat yourself as an art project that’s worthy of your creative ingenuity—as a work-in-progress that’s open to new influences and fresh teachings. That’s why I say your unfinishedness is a sign of good health and vitality. It’s delightful and inspiring. You’re willing to acknowledge that you’ve got a lot to learn and more to grow. In fact, you celebrate that fact; you exult in it; you regard it as a key part of your ever-evolving identity.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): “To hell with pleasure that’s haunted by fear,” wrote Cancerian author Jean de La Fontaine. I’ll make that one of my prayers for you in the coming weeks. It’s a realistic goal you can achieve and install as a permanent improvement in your life. While you’re at it, work on the following prayers, as well: 1. To hell with bliss that’s haunted by guilt. 2. To hell with joy that’s haunted by worry. 3. To hell with breakthroughs that are haunted by debts to the past. 4. To hell with uplifts that are haunted by other people’s pessimism.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Experiment No. 1: As you take a walk in nature, sing your five favorite songs from beginning to end, allowing yourself to fully feel all the emotions those tunes arouse in you. Experiment No. 2: Before you go to sleep on each of the next 11 nights, ask your dreams to bring you stories like those told by the legendary Scheherazade, whose tales were so beautiful and engaging that they healed and improved the lives of all those who heard them. Experiment No. 3: Gaze into the mirror and make three promises about the gratifying future you will create for yourself during the next 12 months.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Vincent van Gogh’s painting The Starry Night is one of the world’s most treasured paintings. It has had a prominent place in New York’s Museum of Modern Art since 1941. If it ever came up for sale it would probably fetch more than $100 million. But soon after he created this great masterpiece, van Gogh himself called it a “failure.” He felt the stars he’d made were too big and abstract. I wonder if you’re engaging in a comparable underestimation of your own. Are there elements of your life that are actually pretty good, but you’re not giving them the credit and appreciation they deserve? Now’s a good time to reconsider and re-evaluate.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Now is a favorable time to make adjustments in how you allocate your attention—to
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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Scorpio poet Marianne Moore’s poem “O To Be a Dragon,” begins with the fantasy, “If I, like Solomon, could have my wish ... .” What comes next? Does Moore declare her desire to be the best poet ever? To be friends with smart, interesting, creative people? To be admired and gossiped about for wearing a tricorn hat and black cape as she walked around Greenwich Village near her home? Nope. None of the above. Her wish: “O to be a dragon, a symbol of the power of Heaven—of silk-worm size or immense; at times invisible. Felicitous phenomenon!” In accordance with astrological omens, I invite you to be inspired by Moore in the coming weeks. Make extravagant wishes for lavish and amusing powers, blessings, and fantastic possibilities.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “Poems, like dreams, are a sort of royal road to the unconscious,” writes author Erica Jong. “They tell you what your secret self cannot express.” I invite you to expand that formula so it’s exactly suitable for you in the coming weeks. My sense is that you are being called to travel the royal road to your unconscious mind so as to discover what your secret self has been unable or unwilling to express. Poems and dreams might do the trick for you, but so might other activities. For example: sexual encounters between you and a person you respect and love; or an intense night of listening to music that cracks open the portal to the royal road. Any others? What will work best for you?
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “We must combine the toughness of the serpent and the softness of the dove, a tough mind and a tender heart.” Capricorn hero Martin Luther King Jr. said that, and now I’m conveying it to you. In my astrological opinion, his formula is a strategy that will lead you to success in the coming weeks. It’ll empower you to remain fully open and receptive to the fresh opportunities flowing your way, while at the same time you’ll remain properly skeptical about certain flimflams and delusions that may superficially resemble those fresh opportunities.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): “If it makes you nervous—you’re doing it right,” says the daring musician and actor Donald Glover. Personally, I don’t think that’s true in all situations. I’ve found that on some occasions, my nervousness stems from not being fully authentic or being less than completely honest. But I do think Glover’s formula fully applies to your efforts in the coming weeks, Aquarius. I hope you will try new things that will be important to your future, and/or work to master crucial skills you have not yet mastered. And if you’re nervous as you carry out those heroic feats, I believe it means you’re doing them right.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Piscean author Patricia Hampl understands a lot about the epic tasks of trying to know oneself and be oneself. She has written two memoirs, and some of her other writing draws from her personal experiences, as well. And yet she confesses, “Maybe being oneself is always an acquired taste.” She suggest that it’s often easier to be someone you’re not; to adopt the ways of other people as your own; to imitate what you admire rather than doing the hard work of finding out the truth about yourself. That’s the bad news, Pisces. The good news is that this year has been and will continue to be a very favorable time to ripen into the acquired taste of being yourself. Take advantage of this ripening opportunity in the coming weeks! ∆
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