Palo Alto Weekly April 29, 2016

Palo Alto

Vol. XXXVII, Number 30

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Transitions 19 Spectrum 20 Worth a Look 30 Eating Out 31 Movies 33 Puzzles 86 Q Arts South Asian fashions meet Silicon Valley sharing economy Page 27 Q Home Monroe Park’s identity comes from its location

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Upfront

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Commission: Don’t make neighborhoods vie for parking programs Four neighborhoods are requesting relief from congestion on their blocks

by Gennady Sheyner he causes are different, but the problem facing the four Palo Alto neighborhoods seeking help from the city is the same: a worsening parking shortage that is leaving residents fuming.

And on Wednesday night, as the Planning and Transportation Commission weighed the four applica-

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tions for new residential parking programs, commissioners agreed that each makes a compelling case for restricting parking for non-residents. To that end, the commission voted to recommend that the City Council increase the transportation division’s budget and staffing so that it can accommodate the growing

pile of requests for parking relief.

The city currently has a process in place that effectively forces neighborhoods to compete for restricted-parking programs by setting an application deadline — March 31 — and empowering the Planning and Transportation Commission to prioritize which program would be pursued this year and which would be deferred.

That doesn’t sit well with Evergreen Park neighborhood resident Lucinda Lenichek and others who

spoke to the commission.

“I think it’s criminal to pit resident against resident,” Lenicheck said. “All of our needs need to be met in a thoughtful fashion.”

Of the four requests, the two largest ones are from Evergreen Park and Southgate. The other two concern a small section of Crescent Park and the streets near Edgewood Plaza in the Duveneck/St. Francis neighborhood.

Evergreen Park and Southgate garnered the most support from

the commission. The adjacent neighborhoods, located between California Avenue to the south, Churchill Avenue to the north, El Camino Real to the west and Alma Street to the east, have each been inundated with cars in recent years. Evergreen Park’s streets fill up with cars belonging to Caltrain commuters, Stanford University students and area employees (full disclosure: the Weekly’s office (continued on page 16)

NONPROFITS

Child care director leaves after alleged ‘rough play’ El Carmelo Kids’ Club cited by state for two child-safety concerns

by Sue Dremann

Veronica Weber

Flush with fliers

Dressed as a high-efficiency toilet, Catherine Elvert, center, and Jordan Cowman, right, of City of Palo Alto Utilities, hand out fliers to passersby at Lytton Plaza promoting the city’s “Great Race for Saving Water,” a 5K run/walk and Earth Day festival taking place on Saturday. For details, see page 12.

COMMUNITY

Nonprofits get $385,000 boost from Weekly Holiday Fund Recipients of annual grants honored at reception

ocal nonprofits chosen to receive grants from the Palo Alto Weekly’s 23rd annual Holiday Fund drive were announced Monday night, April 25, at a reception in their honor.

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation, Peery and Arrillaga family foundations, as well as numerous other family foundations and individuals matched the donations of almost 500 donors to raise a total of $385,000.

The Holiday Fund supports programs serving families and children in the Palo Alto area.

The recipient organizations were picked by a committee made up of Weekly employees and retirees.

This year, more than 100 organizations applied and 59 were chosen.

Four grantees spoke briefly about

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their organizations at the reception at the Weekly’s offices, including Rose Jacobs Gibson of Hagar Services Coalition; Mora Oommen, executive director of Blossom Birth; Tuyen Fiack, education director of Silicon Valley FACES along with Elisha Jackson, principal of East Palo Alto Phoenix Academy; and Paul Thiebaut, founder and executive director of 10 Books a Home.

Silicon Valley FACES received $15,000 this past year to expand its diversity program, Camp Everytown, to include high school students from East Palo Alto Phoenix Academy.

The four-day retreat in the Santa Cruz Mountains is designed to get high school students out of their comfort zones and talking about difficult topics, including racism,

gender stereotypes, mental illness, sexual orientation and bullying.

“This year, we were super happy to have East Palo Alto Phoenix Academy join us and, in fact, they joined us with the City of Palo Alto Leadership Group, so there were Gunn and Paly students there. ... To have all three of those schools there at one time was really amazing to watch the differences and acceptance,” Fiack said.

Phoenix Academy’s Jackson said the opportunity to send some of his students to Camp Everytown was “something incredible for us to be able to do for our students.”

“When Tuyen came and met with me, she told me I could choose some students who were leading in (continued on page 15)

alo Alto’s largest child care agency, Palo Alto Community Child Care, has received two violation citations after a state agency found the director of one of its centers had endangered the safety of children, according to investigation reports by the California Department of Social Services.

The department’s Community Care Licensing Division issued the citations on March 9 for actions at El Carmelo Kids’ Club, a facility operated by PACCC. An investigator substantiated two complaints that El Carmelo’s then-director, David Higareda, had violated children’s safety by allegedly putting at least one child in a head lock and dropping another on his head in the playground during “rough play,” according to reports.

PACCC, which runs 20 infant and child care facilities, self-reported the incidents to the licensing board after a parent complained of the rough treatment of two of her children, which occurred on Dec. 16, 2015, and Feb. 18 of this year.

An investigator visited El Carmelo Kids’ Club, located at 3024 Bryant St. on the El Carmelo Elementary School campus, on March 1 and then cited it for a “Type B — Personal rights,” violation for the December incident in which the child was dropped onto his head, and a more serious “Type A — Personal rights” violation for the February head lock.

“Type A” is the most serious violation, “in which there is an immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights of those in care.” Examples include lack

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of care or supervision, access to open bodies of water, lack of a fire clearance for the building and access to dangerous chemicals. Citations for these violations are always issued even if the violation is corrected on the spot, the department noted on its website.

A “Type B” violation is one that, if not corrected, “may become an immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights of clients.” Examples include faulty medical record keeping and lack of adequate staff training, according to the department.

PACCC “removed and trained” Higareda after the second incident before the state investigation began, the state report noted.

But Angela Dillingham, the mother of the two children, claims that PACCC has soft-pedaled the incidents. A letter the nonprofit sent to parents characterized the head-locking incident as a misinterpretation by the child rather than a violation of the child’s personal rights and safety.

The March 11 letter to parents, from Kristiane Turner, PACCC school-age program coordinator, states that during an altercation between children on the playground, Higareda “went to one of the children, putting his arm around the child so that he could quietly talk in the child’s ear without being overheard by the others. The child was uncomfortable with this, indicating that he was put into a ‘head lock.’”

The state investigator’s report, however, found that Higareda had in fact head-locked “children.”

“After interviewing children, analyst learned that one staff person played rough and head locked the (continued on page 14)

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Around Town

MOVING ON ... Just days before City Manager James Keene warned the City Council about the emerging worker â&#x20AC;&#x153;retention crisisâ&#x20AC;? at City Hall, several departures underscored his point. Jessica Sullivan, the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transportation planning manager, stepped down from her position last week to join Google, where she will be working in the real estate division.

Sullivan has been the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chief point person on all things relating to parking â&#x20AC;&#x201D; an issue that had been flummoxing officials and frustrating residents for decades and that is now firmly embedded atop the councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s list of priorities.

Her accomplishments included leading the stakeholder group that established downtownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s longawaited Residential Preferential Program (a program that other neighborhoods are now hoping to replicate) and helping to jump-start the Transportation Management Authority, a nonprofit that aims to reduce the number of solo car commuters. Also stepping down earlier this month was Thomas Fehrenbach, the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economic-development manager.

Fehrenbach, who had been active in the local Chamber of Commerce before joining the city in 2010, told the Weekly he has decided to move back to his home state of Michigan.

His duties included monitoring downtownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economic shifts; conducting outreach to businesses for new projects and policies; and launching the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new Business Registry, which by all accounts remains a work in progress.

CRISIS MANAGEMENT ... When the City of Palo Alto and its former City Manager Frank Benest jointly bought a home on Bryant Street in 2001, they paid a total of $1.4 million for the purchase. The cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s share was $900,000, while Benest paid $500,000 for a home that he would occupy with his family.

He did so until May 2014, when the home was badly damaged in a fire. Eventually, Benest and city officials agreed that the home should be demolished. Despite the calamity, the investment turned out to be solid. According to a new report from the office of City Manager James Keene, Benestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s immediate successor, the vacant property on which the home once stood was recently sold for $2.5 million. The escrow on the sale was closed last

month, with the city receiving a net payment of $1.46 million based on its ownership stake in the property. In addition, an existing loan of $325,284 that the city had made to Benest was paid off. The two parties will also receive $474,871 from State Farm Insurance Company for the fire damage, a sum that will be divvied up based on ownership rights (with Benest receiving $205,144 and the city getting the rest).

VIRTUAL DIVER ... OceanOne, a humanoid robotic diver from Stanford University, has allowed for new underwater explorations, including a maiden voyage to recover treasures and artifacts from King Louis XIVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wrecked flagship, La Lune, which sank in 1664 off the southern coast of France. The robo-mermaid is powered by artificial intelligence and haptic feedback systems, allowing human pilots to explore the depths of the oceans from the comforts of a boat using a joystick.

Oussama Khatib, a professor of computer science at Stanford, and a team of deep-sea archaeologists were able to study La Luneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s final resting place using OceanOne as an avatar. Khatib was able to pick up a grapefruit-sized vase spotted in the wreck and felt its contours and weight using OceanOneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fully articulated wrist, which is fitted with force sensors that relay haptic feedback to Khatibâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s control.

OceanOne is roughly 5 feet long, and its torso features a camera with stereoscopic vision that shows the pilot exactly what the robot sees. Khatib told Stanford News Service that he hopes OceanOne will be able to go on highly skilled underwater explorations too dangerous for human divers, which will â&#x20AC;&#x153;open up a whole new realm of ocean exploration.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The intent here is to have a human diving virtually, to put the human out of harmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s way. Having a machine that has human characteristics that can project the human diverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s embodiment at depth is going to be amazing,â&#x20AC;? he said. Q Frederic Osada, Teddy Seguin/DRASSM

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Upfront CITY HALL

City Hall’s top 10 earners

Raises help fuel $11.8M jump in payroll at City Hall Salary hikes, additional pay period drive higher expenses for employee compensation in Palo Alto

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to the market median level.

In 2014, the City Council approved salary raises of 4.5 percent for the city’s largest labor union, the Services Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 521, and for roughly 200 employees in the managers and professionals labor group. The raises were spread out over two years.

In both groups, many workers received additional raises to better align their pay with similar positions in other jurisdictions.

The trend continued this year, with the council last month approving new contracts for the SEIU and the city’s two largest public-safety unions: the Palo Alto Peace Officers Association and the International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 1313.

Under the new terms, employees in all three labor groups will receive 7.5 percent raises spread out over three years in addition to salary bumps based on marked adjustments.

The numbers from 2015 also show that nearly one-third of all workers — and close to a half of all full-time workers — now earn at least $100,000. The total number of employees in this category was 494 last year, up from 440 in 2014, 408 in 2013 and 372 in 2012. And 23 employees last year made more than $200,000, compared to 19 in 2014. By contrast, the number of employees who make less than $100,000 dropped by 81 between 2014 and 2015, from 1,125 to 1,044.

Much like in the prior few years, the city’s top earners are department heads. City Manager James Keene led the list with $307,358 in total compensation (which includes benefits), followed by City Attorney Molly Stump ($272,214), recently retired Utilities Director Valerie Fong ($257,412) and Chief Financial Officer Lalo Perez ($256,822). Police Sgt. Adrienne Moore was fifth on the list, with

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Assistant Police Chief Robert Beacom Human Resources Director Kathryn Shen* Public Works Director James Sartor Planning Director Hillary Gitelman * resigned ** includes $108,218 in overtime pay

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James Keene’s proposed budget for 2017 reflects larger payroll, infrastructure costs

by Gennady Sheyner

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Chief Financial Officer Lalo Perez

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City exec: Palo Alto faces ‘emerging crisis’ in staffing lion) in fiscal year 2017, which begins on July 1. Revenues from property tax and documentarytransfer tax are expected to rise by 7.9 percent and 9.9 percent, respectively. Overall, the city’s General Fund, which funds most services (excluding utilities), predicts $193.1 million in revenues — up from $165.4 million in the current fiscal year.

But the budget also mirrors a city with a long list of infrastructure needs, rising pension costs and a huge traffic headache. The budget includes $198.1 million in expenditures, $12.3 more than

Utilities Director Valerie Fong*

Police Chief Dennis Burns

CITY BUDGET

acing a growing payroll and a City Council hungry for new garages, bike boulevards and public-safety facilities, City Manager James Keene on Monday unveiled a budget that would raise spending by nearly 7 percent in the coming fiscal year.

The budget paints a picture that is at once bright and bleak. On the one hand, it reflects a local economy that continues to thrive, with revenues rising in nearly every major category.

The budget predicts that hoteltax revenues will increase by nearly 23 percent (or $4.3 mil-

City Attorney Molly Stump

Police Sgt. Adrienne Moore

by Gennady Sheyner espite fewer permanent positions in City Hall, Palo Alto’s payroll went up by $11.8 million last year, an increase that officials attribute to a combination of salary increases and a calendar oddity that created an additional pay period in 2015.

The calendar anomaly occurs every 11 years at organizations that use a two-week pay schedule. According to David Ramberg, assistant director of the Administrative Services Department, a typical year has 26 pay periods; last year had 27. This occurs because 26 two-week periods account for 364 days and the “unaccounted” days ultimately add up to a pay period every decade or so. Ramberg noted that next year there will be a compensation decrease because the city will drop back to 26 pay periods.

According to Ramberg, the calendar accounts for about $6 million of additional payroll expenses. The remaining $5.8 million is a result of salary raises that were approved in 2015 and a related rise in benefit expenses.

The rising costs come despite a decrease in the number of employees on the city’s payroll. The head count of city employees (which includes temporary employees) dipped from 1,584 in 2014 to 1,561 in 2016.

The salary hikes last year were part of the city’s efforts to keep up with the area’s growing cost of living and to bring salaries up

City Manager James Keene

in the current fiscal year. This includes a proposal to transfer $22.8 million into the city’s Infrastructure Reserve as part of a five-year strategy for constructing a new public-safety building, rebuilding two fire stations, creating new bike boulevards throughout the city and building a new bridge over U.S. Highway 101 at Adobe Creek.

The biggest component is salaries and benefits, which make up 59 percent of the budget. Spending in this category is slated to go up by 4.3 percent, or $6.9 million, reflecting the city’s recent salary

adjustments for the workforce, based on the market median. Even with the recent raises, Keene emphasized on Monday that the city is going through a retention crisis and the city’s workforce is struggling to keep up with the growing workload. In just the past few weeks, Keene’s office lost two key staff members, including the city’s economic-development manager.

Even the budget team is reflective of this trend. Two of the team’s four staff members will be departing in the next month, while the council’s Finance Committee is reviewing the budget, Keene said. And city Chief Financial Officer Lalo Perez observed that only one member of the team who presented the budget document last year is still with the city.

Given the situation, Keene’s budget presentation was less a celebration of the booming economy and more an exercise in managing expectations.

“We have an emerging crisis in

staffing,” he said. “The problems and challenges of our community, naturally, are playing itself out in our ability to recruit and retain people ... the housing costs, the traffic and commute and the demands of our environment.

“The people who work on all these things have to work harder on more complex issues with more public scrutiny than most of their peers.”

In the new budget, Keene proposes to add 10 new positions, bringing the city’s total full-time employees to 1,052. Among them are four in Public Works (three related to the ongoing upgrade of the Regional Water Quality Control Plant), two-and-a-half in the Department of Planning and Community Environment; a senior librarian; a planning technician in the Development Center; and a senior human-resources administrator who would manage worker-compensation activities.

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Upfront EDUCATION

District slow to publish decisions made at meetings

Unlike other local school boards, Palo Alto Unified’s is a half-year behind

by Elena Kadvany he Palo Alto school district is an outlier when it comes to officially documenting and making public the minutes from meetings of the Board of Education.

While most local school boards approve minutes from previous meetings in a timely, regular manner — typically by the next meeting — Palo Alto Unified is six months behind.

The most recent minutes, approved by the board on April 19, were for its Oct. 13, 2015 meeting. Since then, there have been nine regularly scheduled board meetings and several special board meetings. With no publicly available minutes, members of the public cannot read a summary of what transpired at those meetings.

By contrast, district employees from 10 other local school districts said it is their policy to approve minutes at the board’s next meeting. For example, at the Los Altos School District Board of Trustees’ Feb. 8 meeting, the Jan. 25 minutes were approved, according to district documents posted online. On Feb. 9, the Menlo Park City School District board approved minutes from three previous meetings, the most recent one being on Jan. 21, according to documents posted on the school district’s website.

Minutes for the Mountain ViewLos Altos High School District Board of Trustees’ most recent meeting on April 18 are available on the district’s website.

The Sequoia Union High School District Board of Trustees approved at its most recent meeting the minutes from the previous regular meeting.

The Pleasanton Unified School District, which is similar in size to Palo Alto, is not quite as current. At a regular March 22 meeting, the board approved minutes from Jan. 12, according to documents posted on the district website.

Redwood City School District’s board clerk said minutes there typically come to the board for approval within about three weeks.

Palo Alto Unified and these other school districts operate under a board bylaw, based on a California School Boards Association sample policy, that stipulates regular approval of minutes to provide a record of board actions for use by district staff and the public — a means to “help foster public trust that Board actions are occurring in public in accordance with law.”

Under this bylaw, the superintendent or designee must distrib-

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ute a copy of the “unapproved” minutes of the previous meeting or meetings with the agenda for the next regular meeting. At the next meeting, the board should approve the minutes as presented or with any necessary changes, the bylaw states.

Why is Palo Alto so far behind? Staff say it’s the kind of minutes that are being recorded: verbatim, rather than the brief, high-level summary of actions required under board bylaw. The bylaw states that minutes should include “only a brief summary of the Board’s discussion, but shall not include a verbatim record of the Board’s discussion on each agenda topic or the names of Board members who made specific points during the discussion.”

The minutes must include the specific language for any motion made, the names of the members who made and seconded the motion and the individual votes of each member, unless the action was unanimous, the bylaw states. When a roll-call vote is taken, the names and votes of each member must be listed in the minutes. Motions or resolutions must be recorded as having passed or failed.

Monica Sanchez Lopez, executive assistant to the superintendent, however, has taken verbatim notes during board meetings, according to Communications Coordinator Jorge Quintana. She later goes back to a video recording of the meeting to “check for accuracy,” and the minutes come back to the board for approval “as soon as they are finished,” Quintana wrote in an email.

At a January school board retreat, Sanchez Lopez brought an informal proposal to streamline this process — and, thus, align the district with its own board bylaw. She proposed writing succinct summaries of action, as most other local school districts provide, and directing anyone in need of additional details about a meeting with links to the video recordings.

“Staff believes that this process would improve the turnaround time for the minutes and that it would be more cost effective,” Quintana said.

Sanchez Lopez has started transitioning to the summarystyle approach, he said.

When Sanchez Lopez’s recent predecessor, Kathleen Ruegsegger, served as the Palo Alto Unified superintendent’s executive assistant for 11 years, she mostly recorded summary-style minutes, and said it was “relatively easy” to turn minutes over from

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one meeting to the next. She remembers “being in a panic” if she was more than two meetings behind.

But at a previous school board’s request, she started taking lengthier and more “attributive” minutes, until the board reversed that request, she said.

“Superintendents change, board members change, pressures and priorities on that job changed, and I know there was one summer when I think I must have done ... 12, 15 sets of minutes over the summer trying to catch up again,” Ruegsegger said.

Staff from most neighboring districts described their minutes as “action minutes.” Only Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District staff said the practice is to “capture any significant discussion, in addition to decisions made by board.”

Other local school districts also make minutes consistently and more easily accessible to the public than Palo Alto. Menlo Park, for example, has a dedicated section on its website for minutes, with links to documents broken down by school year, running back to 2007. Minutes from all regular and special board meetings are included. Once they are approved by the board, minutes are posted online, usually within 72 hours, according to Lanita Villasenor, executive assistant to the superintendent.

Similarly, the Mountain ViewWhisman School District website has a page that lists the board’s current meeting calendar, with links to the agenda, minutes and a video recording for each meeting. Minutes are also posted for the 2014-15 and 2013-14 school years. The Sequoia Union High School District, too, posts minutes on dedicated pages reaching back to 2011.

Palo Alto’s practice is to post the minutes, after they are approved, with the corresponding agenda, Quintana said. Currently, on the school board’s main webpage, there are only minutes posted for three meetings in September 2015, and the archive only reaches back to Aug. 21, 2015.

The September 2015 minutes were approved five months later, at the board’s Feb. 23, 2016, meeting.

On a separate district webpage, which isn’t linked to the board page that has the September 2015 minutes, there are archived meeting packets and minutes from the 2003-04 school year onward. Most meetings until 2015 contain corresponding

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Hazmat incident closes Palo Alto Transit Center Palo Alto’s Transit Center closed on Thursday morning due to a suspicious substance found on a bus, a Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority spokeswoman said. (Posted April 28, 10:29 a.m.)

Man arrested for package theft on Monroe Drive A 37-year-old man allegedly found with stolen packages was arrested in Mountain View, near the border of Palo Alto, on Tuesday afternoon, Mountain View police said. (Posted April 28, 7:40 a.m.)

School district’s secondary director to retire

Katherine Baker, the Palo Alto Unified School District’s chief academic officer for secondary education and former Terman Middle School principal, will retire at the end of this school year, she confirmed Wednesday. (Posted April 27, 3:35 p.m.)

Surf Air: New flight path will avoid Midpeninsula

Surf Air representatives say they have identified an alternative flight path that would put their planes, and the noise of their turboprop engines, over the Bay during much of their approach to the San Carlos Airport whenever they have clear visibility. (Posted April 27, 12:37 p.m.)

Man charged for leading deputies on pursuit

A suspected gang member pleaded not guilty Monday to crashing his car and abandoning a pregnant woman and a 13-year-old child while fleeing deputies in East Palo Alto on Friday, prosecutors said. (Posted April 27, 7:42 a.m.)

Los Gatos woman dies after crash on 280

A woman who was killed Monday morning when her car flipped over the center divider of Interstate 280 near Palo Alto was identified Tuesday as 47-year-old Los Gatos resident Gina Whitson, according to the Santa Clara County medical examiner’s office. (Posted April 25, 10:29 a.m.)

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links to minutes.

When it comes to another public-disclosure practice — posting emails from the public to the board and superintendent, which are considered public records — neither Palo Alto Unified nor most other local districts make correspondence generally available.

In Palo Alto, letters or emails to the board are not regularly placed in the board’s agenda packet unless specifically requested by the people who write them, Quintana said. The superintendent’s office must receive the correspondence by noon one week prior to a board meeting to make it into the packet.

Most other districts operate under the same by-request-only process, save Menlo Park, which typically submits any correspondence addressed to the entire board in a “written communication” agenda item at the next

regular board meeting, according to Villasenor.

In the Piedmont Unified School District, letters to the board are read aloud at meetings but are not printed for public distribution, according to Sylvia Eggert, administrative assistant to the superintendent.

Similarly, correspondence between members of the board, the superintendent and others, also a matter of public record, are not routinely made public. However, they can be made obtained when a citizen files a Public Records Act request, a California law designed to give the public access to information held by public agencies. Q Staff Writer Elena Kadvany can be emailed at ekadvany@ paweekly.com.

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Stanford student accused of sexual assault fires back at university Former student files federal lawsuit alleging Title IX violations

by Elena Kadvany male Stanford University student found responsible for sexual assault in 2014 has alleged in a lawsuit that Stanford, motivated by gender bias and a “discriminatory zeal to prosecute sexual assault claims,” violated his rights under federal gender-equity law Title IX. The lawsuit, filed Monday in the U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, only identifies the man as “John Doe” and the female Stanford student his lawyers say falsely accused him of sexual assault as “Jane Smith,” but the details of the suit mirror a very-public case that sparked a firestorm of publicity and student activism around the topic of sexual violence at Stanford.

This case was made public by former student Leah Francis, who said another Stanford student, her ex-boyfriend, had sexually assaulted her off campus in their hometown of Juneau, Alaska, over winter break on Jan. 1, 2014 — the same location and

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date referenced in Doe’s lawsuit, among other details.

Doe’s lawsuit alleges that the combination of a flawed disciplinary process and a university under public pressure to protect its “purported prestige and reputation against criticism” led to violations of his right to a fair process. The suit also maintains that the sexual contact between Doe and Francis was consensual and that Stanford wrongly concluded that he sexually assaulted her.

“In recent years, Stanford has faced significant criticism for failing to properly investigate allegations by female students claiming to be victims of sexual assault by male students,” the lawsuit states. “Stanford’s biased and unfair rush to judgment against John Doe was clearly a response to this criticism.”

Stanford spokeswoman Lisa Lapin wrote in an email to the Weekly that the university believes the case was addressed

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properly.

“It is disappointing that a student has filed litigation against Stanford,” she wrote, “but we believe this matter was handled appropriately, and we are prepared to defend the process.”

At Stanford, the case was investigated and adjudicated through the university’s Alternate Review Process, a disciplinary procedure designed for serious allegations of misconduct relating to sexual assault, sexual harassment, relationship violence or stalking. Under the process, which was replaced this year, a five-member review panel of faculty or staff and students, was tasked with adjudicating allegations of sexual misconduct.

Students, faculty and administrators alike have said the Alternate Review Process was cumbersome, time-consuming and often painful and unsatisfying for the students involved.

Doe’s lawsuit similarly describes the process as flawed,

“unduly complicated and vague.”

The suit alleges that Stanford failed to inform Doe of his rights under the Alternate Review Process, including a right to have a support person, such as an attorney, accompany him throughout the investigative and review processes. A university counselor Doe was referred to (whom he perceived as his “advocate”) “discouraged” Doe from having an attorney present throughout the process, which “materially affected the outcome of the disciplinary proceeding,” the lawsuit states.

Doe never obtained legal representation throughout the university’s internal process, his lawyer, James Quadra, told the Weekly Wednesday.

Stanford also prevented Doe from providing certain pieces of evidence relating to Francis’ credibility; “heavily” and “improperly” redacted a statement he presented to the review panel, which would later find him responsible for sexual assault; redacted statements from Francis that “disproved the allegations against him”; and allowed for a flawed appeals process that, too, was motivated by gender bias, the lawsuit alleges.

“The school, in light of their previous issues and the fact that they were criticized, went in the opposite direction of fairness and made sure they looked like they were responding to the pres-

sures of this case, in favor of the accuser, despite the evidence that showed it was not true as it related to John Doe,” Quadra said.

The lawsuit alleges that the Alternate Review Process (ARP) itself was developed and implemented “with the intent of prosecuting successful sexual assault disciplinary proceeding against men” and that Stanford “intentionally drafted the ARP in order to increase prosecution of successful disciplinary proceedings against men for sexual assault and trained the students and staff involved in implementing the ARP in a manner that targeted men.”

The lawsuit also argues that because the alleged assault occurred in a location far off campus and was unrelated to any university activity, the university’s review panel “lacked jurisdiction under its policies and procedures” and should have deferred to an investigation conducted by the Juneau district attorney. The district attorney declined to bring charges in the case.

Doe also filed this week a petition challenging the final consequence Stanford imposed on him: a two-year hold on his undergraduate diploma. The fivemember review panel had initially implemented as sanctions a five-quarter suspension, com(continued on page 13)

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A 19-year-old woman who was struck by a train the afternoon of April 22 near downtown Palo Alto has died, Caltrain confirmed.

She was identified by the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner as Sarah Marie Longyear.

She was a 2014 graduate of Gunn High School, according to a message Palo Alto Unified Superintendent Max McGee sent to staff and parents Saturday.

Longyear sustained significant injuries after she was hit by a northbound train near Palo Alto Avenue, according to Caltrain. She was transported, alive, to Stanford Hospital but died there, according to Caltrain spokesperson Jayme Ackemann. The coroner’s office on Tuesday determined that she died by suicide.

Longyear had struggled with “significant” depression, according to her family.

“Many more people than we know are dealing with mental health issues, and suicides are far too common,” they wrote in her obituary.

“We urge everyone to be mindful of their loved ones and talk about mental health and suicide. If you feel a loved one may be considering suicide, please ask them.”

The incident occurred at about 3 p.m., near the Transit Center in downtown Palo Alto. Trains were stopped in both directions while officers from the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office investigated the incident.

McGee wrote in his message that grief counselors, mental-health therapists and psychologists would be available to support students and teachers at Gunn and around the school district throughout the week. Q — Palo Alto Weekly staff / Bay City News Service

Palo Alto hosts race for water awareness

The City of Palo Alto is teaming up again with the Tuolumne River Trust and other community groups for the Great Race for Saving Water.

The belated Earth Day festival and 5K fun run and walk, which aims to raise awareness about water resources and conservation, will take place on Saturday, April 30, at 9 a.m. at the Palo Alto Baylands Athletic Center, 1900 Geng Road.

There will also be food, free bike repairs and tune-ups by Repair Café; and Earth Day activities hosted by water agencies, local nonprofits, businesses and environmental organizations.

Last year, more than 350 adults and kids turned out for the event.

Information is posted at cityofpaloalto.org/greatrace. People can register to participate at fundraise.bylandandbyriver.org.

The event is sponsored by City of Palo Alto, Tuolumne River Trust, Palo Alto Weekly/Palo Alto Online, Keen, Project Enybody, Repair Café, Lunchbots, Fleet Feet, Hobee’s, Acterra, Racing Hearts, Safeway, Canopy, Bay Area Water Supply & Conservation Agency, Sustainable Silicon Valley, Girl Scouts, Wasche Inc., Kiwanis, Environmental Volunteers and individual community members. Q — Palo Alto Weekly staff

Faircourt joins movement to ban two-story homes

As Palo Alto officials prepare to rule on a proposal to ban new twostory homes and additions in the Royal Manor community, a similar debate is surfacing in the nearby 50-home tract known as Faircourt.

Much like Royal Manor, Faircourt is dominated by single-story Eichlers and a resident majority that would like to keep it that way.

There supporters of the ban have also mustered just enough votes to bring the application to the city. And, in another striking similarity between the two applications, the level of support dropped just below the threshold between the time the application was filed and the time it came to the Planning and Transportation Commission for review.

Given the similar issues, the planning commission agreed Wednesday not to move ahead with the proposed “single-story overlay” for Faircourt just yet but to defer the decision until May 11. Its discussion at that meeting is expected to be informed by what the City Council does on May 2, when it is expected to rule on the Royal Manor proposal.

In seeking the overlay, residents of Faircourt laid out an argument much like the one espoused by residents of Royal Manor, Greer Park North and Los Arboles in recent months. As Faircourt resident Jacqueline Angelo Geist told the commission Wednesday, the Eichler design was intended to invite residents to enjoy the California lifestyle without exposing themselves to neighbors next door.

Not everyone is thrilled about the plan. Neighborhood resident Mark Delman told the commission Wednesday that the proposal is “draconian” and criticized the plan for infringing on property rights.

The petition drive succeeded in getting the needed 60 percent exactly, with 30 out of 50 property owners adding their signatures.

But on Tuesday night prior to the commission meeting, a property owner emailed city staff to reverse his position. Q — Gennady Sheyner

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sitions, Keene said he considers the proposal a “very conservative recommendation, given the number of requests I received during the budget process.”

“This is a big budget with big demands and we’re going to have holes during the course of the year in our ability to respond to them,” Keene told the council.

In his transmittal letter, Keene wrote that the overall objective of the proposed budget “is to deliver a high level of service to the community, tackle the most immediate and difficult issues facing our city, move forward on the council’s priorities, while maintaining the city’s solid financial standing.”

“A key component of achieving these aims is to attract and retain talented employees,” the budget states. “Since the Great Recession in 2008 and its accompanying personnel reductions, we have asked employees to work harder and become more efficient. This has occurred, but with a thriving labor market, we are now experiencing recruitment and retention challenges which are further exacerbated by high-housing costs, lengthy commutes to work and competitive wage and benefit packages offered in other jurisdictions by other employers.”

The proposed budget also includes a $100,000 contribution to downtown’s new Transportation Management Association, a nonprofit tasked with reducing traffic, and $1 million for Project Safety Net, a community effort to promote youth well-being and mental health.

The budget is also notable for what’s not in it. It does not include funds for revamping the city’s animal shelter; acquiring the downtown post office; developing a master plan for Cubberley Community Center; or making a dent in the city’s unfunded pension and health care liabilities, which are currently estimated at $447.5 million.

It also does not include any adjustments based on the city’s ongoing dispute with Stanford University over fire services, a protracted tussle that could have major ramifications on the fire department budget.

Keene acknowledged Monday that given the high number of unresolved questions, the new budget gives him “no pleasure.”

“It’s not satisfying to me professionally to not be able to resolve and tie up in a nice package this budget,” he said. “It’s got a lot of choices and some contradictions in it. I think it’s representative of where we are now.”

The budget will be reviewed over the next month by the council’s Finance Committee before going to the full City Council for adoption on June 13. On Monday, members offered only brief comments about the newly released document.

Mayor Pat Burt stressed the need to focus on the city’s unfunded pension liability, which he called the city’s “remaining really great challenge.” He recommended adding at least another $1 million for unfunded liability in the coming year, on top of what the city was already planning to contribute to meet its obligations to the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS).

He also lauded the city’s recent progress on infrastructure (the budget proposes $170.5 million in capital-improvement spending as part of a $639.5 million fiveyear plan).

“The city should be proud and the community should be proud that we’re doing investment in our capital program and infrastructure that really were discussed for decades as under-invested ... and in recent years we have increased and increased that investment to this point,” Burt said. Q Staff Writer Gennady Sheyner can be emailed at gsheyner@ paweekly.com.

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munity service hours and a sexual-assault education program, but Vice Provost of Student Affairs Greg Boardman rescinded the suspension and communityservice hours as the result of an appeal filed by Francis.

Francis had filed the appeal seeking more serious sanctions for the male student — namely, to expel him. Her case led to student protests that called on Stanford to reform its policies to make expulsion the default punishment for students found responsible for sexual assault.

(Stanford did later make this change at the recommendation of a sexual-assault task force.)

The lawsuit also makes claims against Stanford for negligence and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Doe is seeking damages that should be determined at a trial by jury, the

lawsuit asks.

Doe’s lawsuit follows several others across the country filed by male college students accused of sexual assault, giving voice to a concern that an increasing crackdown on sexual assault has led to a process that favors the rights of accusers over the accused.

Stanford is also currently under federal investigation in response to a Title IX complaint Francis filed in December 2014, alleging the university failed to promptly and equitably provide a response and resolution to her sexual-assault report. Q Staff Writer Elena Kadvany can be emailed at ekadvany@ paweekly.com.

The Palo Alto Weekly has created an archive of past news articles, social media reaction and other content related to the ongoing sexual assault issues at Stanford University.

To view it, go to storify.com/ paloaltoweekly/rising-pressureon-campus.

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A preview of Palo Alto government meetings next week CITY COUNCIL ... The council plans to discuss the Safe Routes to School program; consider an application from Royal Manor for a single-story overlay; approve allocations of Community Development Block Grant funds; consider the results of a poll pertaining to a local transportation-funding tax measure; and discuss a colleagues’ memo about the creation of a residential parking program in Evergreen Park.

The meeting will begin at 5 p.m. on Monday, May 2, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 250 Hamilton Ave. COUNCIL FINANCE COMMITTEE ... The committee plans to review the proposed budgets for the offices of the City Attorney, City Manager, City Clerk and City Auditor; the City Council; the Human Resources Department; Office of Sustainability; Information Technology; and Administrative Services Department. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 3, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 250 Hamilton Ave. UTILITIES ADVISORY COMMISSION ... The commission will discuss the proposed operating and capital budgets for the Utilities Department in Fiscal Year 2017. The meeting will begin at noon on Wednesday, May 4, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 250 Hamilton Ave. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD ... The board plans to review a proposal by Deeg Snyder, on behalf of Jones Palo Alto Real Property LLC, for a 62,000-square-foot Mercedes dealership at 1700 Embarcadero Road. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 5, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 250 Hamilton Ave. COUNCIL FINANCE COMMITTEE ... The committee plans to review the proposed budgets for the Fire, Police and Community Services departments, as well as the Office of Emergency Services. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 5, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 250 Hamilton Ave.

children. Analyst also learned that the staff person played games with children that was (sic) not safe for children,” the investigator’s report noted.

A Department of Social Services spokesman could not specify the number of children the analyst referenced in the report.

Dillingham pulled her children out of El Carmelo Kids’ Club after reading Turner’s description of the events. She said she had patronized the after-school program for 11 years, and all three of her children had been enrolled at El Carmelo Kids’ Club.

She criticized PACCC leadership with failing to fully investigate the situation by relying on interviews with teachers who worked under Higareda in coming to their conclusions.

“The licensing board is not going to give a center a Type A violation for a director whispering in a child’s ear with his arm around them,” she said.

Dillingham said she had no problems with the after-school care her children received until the encounters with Higareda.

She also disputed Turner’s characterization of the December incident as a game of tag in which Higareda was picking up and twirling the children around. Turner wrote that he had lost his footing and fell to the ground with the 10-year-old boy, who hit his head on the “soft

playground surface.”

The licensing board report based on PACCC’s self-reporting stated that there were no injuries. But PACCC was cited for a “Type B” violation because staff had picked up children and twirled them around, “which is not a safe practice,” a later facility evaluation report found.

Then there is the question of whether Higareda should have had a medical professional examine the boy. Medical professionals say that a blow to the head won’t necessarily cause trauma to the brain.

Bernard Dannenberg, M.D., director of the pediatric emergency department at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford and Stanford Health Care, said that it depends on the blow.

“Regardless, caretakers or bystanders should always consider the circumstances and symptoms.

If a child hits their head, here are some potential trouble signs: loss of consciousness, vomiting, seizures, serious lacerations, scalp swelling, or unusual behavior. If these symptoms are present, then seeing a doctor right away is recommended.”

But Dillingham would not have known to watch her son for signs of brain trauma if the boy hadn’t told her about the fall. Higareda did not notify her, she said.

Janice Shaul, PACCC executive director, said in an emailed statement: “While our staff diligently works to prevent accidents and injuries from occurring, we also notify a

parent of any accident or injury that occurs. We comply with our legal obligation to report all incidents for which a report is required including injuries that require medical attention. This allows for an investigation by a third party and allows a discussion of ways to improve.”

Higareda, who worked at El Carmelo Kids’ Club (ECKC) for eight years and was its director since the latter part of 2014, could not be reached for comment. But in a letter to parents, he apologized for his actions.

“As your confidence (in me) grew, so did my comfort level with the children. And I made a mistake. In being so comfortable, I made the mistake of taking my silliness and horse play and I made a child feel uncomfortable and unsafe at ECKC. I take full responsibility for this and I apologize sincerely. This was not intentional, but because of this incident I felt that I could no longer act as the face of ECKC. So, it is with the best interest of you and the children that I leave ECKC immediately.”

Shaul said that confidentiality prevents PACCC from commenting on a specific child, family or employee. She said that PACCC encourages parents to discuss any concerns with administrators so that the organization “can investigate, consider the facts from differing viewpoints, and take the action PACCC determines to be

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Upfront Rose Jacobs Gibson talks about Hagar Services Coalition, which provides leadership training to encourage public service and engagement in East Palo Alto, at a reception for the Weekly Holiday Fund grantees on Monday, April 25.

The organization receive $5,000.

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positive ways and some students who were leading in negative ways on campus,â&#x20AC;? Jackson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I actually really took her at her word, and I sent some students who had been experiencing some challenges on campus, a lot of which were due to trauma from their own personal experiences but were playing out in ways that werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t productive for them as students and werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t productive for our school community.â&#x20AC;?

The most inspiring thing, Jackson said, was to see the â&#x20AC;&#x153;lasting changesâ&#x20AC;? the students made as a result of the retreat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There were two girls that I was seriously concerned about â&#x20AC;&#x201D; just about how the year would end up for them â&#x20AC;&#x201D; if they would even be in school still. And now theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re leading on our campus in positive ways, and I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tell you how positively our school feels and how positively they feel about themselves,â&#x20AC;? Jackson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One of their moms, I was able to tell her â&#x20AC;&#x201D; really for the first time â&#x20AC;&#x201D; about what amazing contributions her daughter was making in school, so there are multiple layers at which this is having an impact,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m excited about the impact it will have in the future.â&#x20AC;?

Thiebaut founded 10 Books a Home, an in-home tutoring and literacy program for preschoolers and kindergartners in East Palo Alto

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appropriate, with a focus on the safety of all children.â&#x20AC;?

Shaul said that PACCC offers support, coaching and reminders to staff members. â&#x20AC;&#x153;An individual parent may not always agree with PACCCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s determination as to appropriate action, but PACCCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s focus is â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and always will be â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the best interests of the children in our care.â&#x20AC;?

El Carmelo Kids Club was cited by the licensing board for additional violations between 2011 and 2016. In 2014, a teacher allowed a 6-year-old child to selfadminister Benadryl; a child with a nut allergy was exposed to ingredients manufactured in a nutprocessing facility; a 6-year-old child left the facility and crossed the street; and a child who had supposedly been signed out was later found asleep in a classroom loft by the janitor after the school had closed.

But El Carmelo is not the only child care facility to have received citations. Many others have minor citations ranging from dirty carpets or a hole in a sofa to more serious issues of untrained or unmindful staff and incidents. Information about citations for individual child care facilities can be found in the state database at ccld.ca.gov/PG3581. htm. Q Staff Writer Sue Dremann can be emailed at sdremann@ paweekly.com.

and East Menlo Park, in 2009 in his apartment because he wanted to see kids in his community succeed, he told the crowd at the reception. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What we do is basic. We are early-learning, child-parent home tutoring, and we serve kids from 3 until a week before they start kindergarten in their homes, with their parents and siblings,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We believe success starts at home, and we believe in order for our community of East Palo Alto and communities across the country to break the cycle of poverty, they themselves have to be the ones to lift themselves out.â&#x20AC;?

10 Books a Home received $15,000 from the Holiday Fund this year.

The organizations funded this year are 10 Books a Home, Adaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cafe, Adolescent Counseling Services, Art in Action, Art of Yoga

Project, Blossom Birth, Beechwood School, Building Futures Now, CASSY, Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center of the Stanford Community, Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health Council, Common Ground, Community Legal Services in East Palo Alto, Community Working Group, Computers for Everyone, Deborahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Palm, Downtown Streets Team, DreamCatchers, East Palo Alto Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day, East Palo Alto Kids Foundation, East Palo Alto Tennis & Tutoring, East Palo Alto Youth Court, Environmental Volunteers, Family Engagement Institute, Friends of Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo, Girls to Women, Grace Lutheran Preschool, Hagar Services Coalition, Health Connected, InnVision Shelter Network, Jasper Ridge Farm, JLS Middle School, Jordan Middle

School, Kara, The Learning Center, Marine Science Institute, Music in the Schools Foundation, New Voices for Youth, Nuestra Casa, One East Palo Alto, Palo Alto Art Center Foundation, Palo Alto Community Child Care, Palo Alto Friends Nursery School, Palo Alto School District Music Department, Palo Alto Housing Corporation, Parents Nursery School, Peninsula Bridge, Peninsula College Fund, Peninsula HealthCare Connection, Project WeHOPE, Quest Learning Center, Ravenswood Education Foundation, RISE (Reaching & Inspiring Success through Education), Silicon Valley FACES, Terman Middle School, TheatreWorks, YMCA, Youth Community Service and Youth Speaks Out. Q â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Palo Alto Weekly staff

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of Palo Alto government action this week

City Council (April 25)

Budget: The council heard a presentation from the city manager about the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2017. Action: None Surveillance: The council directed its Policy and Services Committee to discuss an ordinance that would govern new and existing surveillance technology. Yes: Berman, Burt, DuBois, Holman, Scharff, Schmid, Wolbach Absent: Filseth, Kniss

Parks and Recreation Commission (April 26)

Zoo: The commission heard an update about plans to rebuild the Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo. Action: None Quarry Road: The commission heard a presentation about proposed conceptual designs for Quarry Road improvements and Transit Center access.

Action: None Master Plan: The commission discussed the Parks, Open Space, Trails and Recreation Facilities Master Plan. Action: None

Planning and Transportation Commission (April 27)

Parking: The commission discussed the four neighborhood applications for residential parking-permit programs and recommended that the council make available the required funding and staffing to proceed with all four applications, starting with Evergreen Park and Southgate. Yes: Alcheck, Downing, Gardias, Rosenblum, Waldfogel Absent: Fine, Tanaka Parking: The commission recommended that the council consider setting a “capacity goal” for evaluations of future residential parking-permit programs.

Yes: Alcheck, Downing, Gardias, Rosenblum No: Waldfogel Absent: Fine, Tanaka Faircourt: The commission discussed the application from Faircourt for a single-story overlay and agreed to continue the hearing to May 11. Yes: Alcheck, Downing, Gardias, Rosenblum, Waldfogel Absent: Fine, Tanaka Dealership: The commission recommended approving a site and design application for a proposed Mercedes dealership at 1700 Embarcadero Road.

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is a block away from California Avenue). Southgate, located near Palo Alto High School, gets filled with cars driven by students and school faculty, residents have said.

Of the two, Evergreen Park has a slight edge as a result of a colleagues memo that City Council members Tom DuBois, Eric Filseth, Karen Holman and Greg Schmid penned earlier this year.

The memo, which the council is set to discuss on May 2, recommends that Evergreen Park get a parking program similar to the one in College Terrace, which restricts non-resident-parking to two hours.

Given the council’s support for the Evergreen Park effort, Commissioner Michael Alcheck said Wednesday that he would favor prioritizing the neighborhood’s request over the other three.

Commissioner Kate Downing, by contrast, gave the slight edge to Southgate. Because Southgate’s streets are particularly narrow, residents testified, the parking congestion creates a safety hazard and makes it difficult for emergency vehicles, delivery trucks and construction vehicles to access homes.

In their petition, residents wrote that they are losing their ability to “make normal residential use of our neighborhood streets.”

Downing said she supports Southgate’s proposal more than oth-

ers because of the safety concerns.

“If fire trucks can’t come through when there’s a fire, it’s clearly a safety issue,” Downing said.

Meanwhile, the Crescent Park application pertains to three blocks just outside the existing downtown residential permit-parking district.

Because these blocks — the 1000 and 1100 blocks of Hamilton Avenue and the 500 block of Chaucer Street — are not eligible to simply join the district with a simple petition (an option that’s available to the blocks within the established district boundary), they had to apply for a new program.

For residents of Crescent Park, the parking congestion is a relatively recent phenomenon. When downtown adopted new parking restrictions, some commuters started to park outside the zone in residential areas where free allday parking is still available. In other words, Crescent Park.

Also applying for a parking program is the area near Edgewood Plaza, where residents complain that visitors to the recently redeveloped shopping center and residents of East Palo Alto are parking on their blocks.

On Wednesday, the commission generally concurred that choosing among the four neighborhoods is, in some ways, a false pressure generated by the city itself. The council has budgeted about $300,000 for new parking districts, Interim Transportation Planning Manager Sue-Ellen Atkinson told the commission.

Implementing all four would cost more than $700,000, she said.

Rather than prioritizing one petition over others, planning commissioners are appealing to the council to add more money and staffing to the process of creating parking programs.

“I find it somewhat striking that for a council that has talked many, many times about parking — and council members who made parking the primary issue of their campaigns — that we find ourselves in the position where we can only approve one parking district,” Downing said.

Commissioner Asher Waldfogel made the motion calling for all four applications to receive the needed budgeting and staffing. Within the four, Evergreen Park and Southgate would be addressed first. The commission voted 5-0, with Chair Adrian Fine and Commissioner Greg Tanaka absent, to approve the proposal.

In a separate vote, the commission also requested that the council consider objective criteria that could be used for future evaluations of parking applications. This would include a discussion of how high of an occupancy rate the city should encourage and/or tolerate in different residential areas.

It would be helpful, Rosenblum said, to have more direction about “what the ideal parking situation is.” The commission voted 4-1, with Waldfogel dissenting, to request that the council set a “capacity goal” for parking. Q

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Violence related Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Suicide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Theft related Commercial burglaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Credit card fraud. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Grand theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Identity theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Petty theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Residential burglaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Vehicle related Abandoned bicycle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Bicycle theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Driving with suspended license . . . . . 12 Driving without license . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Found plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Hit and run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Lost/stolen plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Misc. traffic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Parking violation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Theft from auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Vehicle accident/minor injury . . . . . . . 10 Vehicle accident/property damage. . . 11 Vehicle impound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Vehicle tow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Alcohol or drug related Driving under influence . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Drunk in public . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Possession of drugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Under influence of drugs . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Miscellaneous Found property. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Illegal lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Located missing person . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Lost property . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Misc. muni. code violation . . . . . . . . . . 1 Missing juvenile. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Psychiatric hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Public incident . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Public nuisance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Resisting arrest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Sick and cared for . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Suspicious circumstances . . . . . . . . . . 1 Tree fall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Unattended death. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Vandalism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Violation of court order . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Warrant/other agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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Mrs. Isabelle S. Stone of Palo Alto, California, passed away on Tuesday, April 12, 2016, at the age of 94. Prior to living in Webster House in Palo Alto, she and her husband lived in Quincy, California, for many happy years.

She was a native of Colorado Springs, Colorado, but called California her home beginning in 1953 with homes in Palo Alto, Los Altos Hills and Bodega Bay. Isabelle formerly was an active member of the Allied Arts Guild of Menlo Park, Recording for the Blind, the Palo Alto Garden Club, the Santa Clara County Youth Science Fair, the Century Club of San Francisco, the Bodega Harbour Landscape Commission, the MidPeninsula Orchid Society, the Northern Nevada Orchid Society, the Plumas Audubon Society and a member of the Grand Jury of Plumas County. She energetically contributed to those organizations often as chair, secretary and especially newsletter editor where her writing skills excelled. Isabelle was an impressive gardener, birdwatcher and voracious reader, and enjoyed discussing her travels, history and politics with her children and friends. She dressed well and delighted in shopping with her daughters and granddaughters.

Of a generous spirit, gracious and outgoing, she displayed great determination at times and had wide ranging interests. She possessed the knack of meeting someone, and in a few minutes Isabelle would be enthusiastically engaged in conversation. She truly cared about what was going on in peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives -- all the while optimistic, kind, forward thinking and more concerned with othersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; happiness than her own health. At the very end of her life she was still actively thinking about current events and the exciting times in which she lived.

Isabelle is survived by her husband of 73 years, Richard L. Stone; her children, Richard Stone, Rosalind Stone Madden, Elizabeth S. Ryono and Susan Stone-Weaver; nine grandchildren; and three greatgrandchildren.

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Sarah Longyear

Sarah Marie Longyear, a Henry M. Gunn High School graduate and Palo Alto resident, died on April 22. She was 19.

She was born on May 13, 1996, in Palo Alto and grew up in the city.

In 2014, she graduated from Gunn. She was in her second year at Washington University in St. Louis, where she was pursuing a major in global health with minors in design and business.

Athletic and hardworking, she had been a member of the Gunn basketball team and walked on to the Washington University basketball team. She volunteered often, working especially with children and pets in need, according to her family. Channeling her creativity, she made artwork that integrated her love of dogs and bright colors. For two years in high school, she worked as a layout and section editor for the yearbook. Her other pastimes included exploring the outdoors, particularly the beach and mountains; watching the TV show “Friends”; and spending time with friends of her own.

Her family described her as inquisitive, caring, able to light up a room with her smile, and genuinely interested in others.

However, she was unable to give

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herself the same love and support, family members said, and she had struggles with significant depression, the disease that led to her death.

The Longyear family wishes to acknowledge that many people are grappling with mental health issues and would like to encourage everyone to be aware of their loved ones and discuss mental health and suicide. They also offer the following advice: “If you feel a loved one may be considering suicide, please ask them. If you are considering suicide, please tell someone or call 1-800-SUICIDE or text 1-800-799-4889.”

Sarah Longyear is survived by her parents, Rick and Sally Longyear of Palo Alto; her older brother, CJ Longyear of San Francisco; and a large extended family.

The date for a private celebration of life has not yet been determined. The family appreciates the outpouring of community support but requests the time to grieve privately. In lieu of flowers or other donations, the family suggests contributions to charities that may help loved ones overcome challenges they may

Memorial service

Alfreda Gladys Stavn, a longtime Palo Alto resident, died on April 22, surrounded by her daughter and son. She was 78.

On Friday, April 29, from 9 to 10 a.m., there will be a visitation, followed immediately by a memorial service at Wesley United Methodist Church, 470 Cambridge Ave., Palo Alto. A graveside service will follow at Skylawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park, 100 Lifemark Road, San Mateo. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of life reception at Skylawn at around 1 p.m, after the burial.

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Meredith Lee Warren July 13, 1941 – March 26, 2016 Meredith Lee Warren, former Palo Alto High School teacher, died on March 26 at the age of seventy-four.

Meredith was born in Salem and raised in Marblehead, Massachusetts.

Marblehead is known for its beautiful sailing and rich American history, both passions that Meredith enjoyed all her life. She graduated from Smith College before moving to California.

Meredith earned a Masters in education from Stanford University and taught history at Jordan Junior High in Palo Alto from 1964 – 1971.

In 1970 she began team-teaching a history/english class at Jordan with her future husband, John Warren. Meredith moved to teaching European History at Palo Alto High School in the mid 70s and eventually taught Advanced Placement U.S. History for nearly 15 years before she retired. She also signed up to be one of the first teacher advisors at Paly when that program was initiated in 1992, a role that she continued until her retirement.

Meredith had a deep love for history and politics and loved passing on her enthusiasm and knowledge to her many students at Paly as well as family and friends. After retiring, Meredith spent her summers in her childhood home in Marblehead. She traveled extensively throughout her life, including trips to three continents in recent years. She loved animals, especially the five Welsh Corgis and four cats who lived with her over the past thirty years.

Meredith is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, David and Sidonie Warren of Mountain View, and their two sons, Neil and Sacha, as well as her daughter, Louise Warren and son-in-law Mark LeClerc of San Francisco and their son Nicholas LeClerc. Meredith also leaves behind two brothers, Stephen and Robert Bradley, and their families.

A memorial service is planned for 1:00 on May 7th at the First Congregational Church in Palo Alto.

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Niels E. Brandstrup, MD, a pediatrician who practiced in Mountain View, California for over 30 years, died peacefully at his home in Los Altos on April 16, 2016 after a long illness. Born in Copenhagen, Denmark on February 23, 1929, he was one of three sons of Ebbe Brandstrup MD and Inger Brandstrup (nee Nathan).

He was predeceased by his younger brothers Torkil and Mikael. His father was a prominent obstetrician and professor of midwifery in Copenhagen. During the Nazi occupation in World War II, the family’s Jewish background forced them to flee Denmark under cover of night to Sweden where they lived for several years until after the war in 1945.

Brandstrup received his MD from the University of Copenhagen Faculty of Medicine in 1955. He pursued his pediatric training in Copenhagen, Boston, and Toronto, followed by a year of laboratory research in St. Louis. In 1961 he was recruited as a post-doctoral research fellow at Children’s Hospital at Stanford, remaining there through 1963. Afterward, he studied childhood infectious diseases in Gothenburg, Sweden and then practiced general pediatrics near Copenhagen for several years.

Returning to California in 1974, he joined the office practice of pediatricians Donald Lathrop MD and George Kirn MD. Anita R. Juvvadi MD joined his practice in 2001.

When he retired in 2006 she assumed care of his many grateful patients and families.

While in practice, he held staff appointments at both El Camino Hospital in Mountain View and Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford. In recognition of his many years of volunteer service and teaching activities in the Endocrine and Rheumatology Clinics he received the title of Adjunct Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at Stanford University School of Medicine. Even after retiring from office practice, he continued to serve in the clinic and attended Pediatric Grand Rounds until just recently when his Parkinson’s Disease and dementia made it very difficult to get around.

Niels Brandstrup will be remembered as a warm, compassionate and very gracious gentleman of ‘the old school’. He wrote letters and cards by hand, until just a few months ago. He loved being with friends and meeting new people, not just in the Bay Area and his homeland but wherever he traveled across North America and abroad. His kindness, sense of humor and infectious laugh endeared him to people of all ages. Until the past year, he enjoyed swimming at Stanford, going to the movies and theater, listening to music, and attending concerts, the opera and the ballet. He was an avid reader of both the classics and modern literature. He collected art in its many forms, including sculpture, ceramics, pottery, and paintings.

Friends and colleagues who have been welcomed into his Danish-designed home in Los Altos are well aware of how much he loved being there, bathed in the California light and surrounded by his cherished art, music, books and family heirlooms. This was a major factor in the decision of a few close friends to help him remain there as long as possible. Thanks to home health aide Laly Martinez, caregivers Christian Gogo, Africa Morales and their supervisor Melanie from Home Care Assistance, and to hospice care staff at Pathways, he was able to enjoy the peace and comfort of his home until the very end.

A celebration of life will be held at 3 pm on Sun. May 15th at El Camino Hospital, 2500 Grant Rd, Mountain View, in the Ground floor conference rooms next to the cafeteria. We encourage those wishing to attend to RSVP at anitareddy.juvvadi@gmail.com by May 8. Memorial donations may be made in his name at www.avenidas.org or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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Editorial The ridiculed registry

At the start of its second year, Palo Alto business registry has failed to deliver its promised value

hen Palo Alto launched a business “registry” more than a year ago, the goal was to collect useful information about who was operating businesses in the city, facilitate communication with them and compile data that could inform city decision-making on transportation, parking and zoning strategies.

With only a modest annual fee of $50, it was intentionally not designed as a revenue-generating business-license tax, which quickly becomes complex and controversial, as evidenced by the 2009 ballot measure when 59 percent of Palo Alto voters defeated such a proposal.

One of the few cities without any business license or tax, Palo Alto sought instead to assemble information that could answer long-debated questions, such as the number of employees who work in our various commercial districts, the how many office employees work per square feet of office space and their parking and commute habits.

But the city quickly discovered that setting up even a limited data collection system was more difficult than expected, and it has struggled over the last year to achieve full participation and procure anything close to reliable information.

As the program enters its second year and with the recent release of some of the data compiled over the last year, it is clear the program needs help.

The data reveals inconsistent participation, with some longstanding businesses having not registered at all, some businesses registering twice and many errors in response to questions on square footage and parking. Tenants in multi-tenant buildings provided inconsistent answers, and there was no method of avoiding duplicate responses from building managers, owners or master tenants. The overall number of employees accounted for in the survey doesn’t approach the number otherwise estimated to actually work in Palo Alto.

A city staff report claims 93 percent participation by Palo Alto businesses but seems to have achieved that level by continuously reducing its estimate of the number of businesses without explaining its methodology for doing so.

The city acknowledges the data is still in a “preliminary, raw state,” but a more accurate characterization might be “garbage in, garbage out.” There is virtually nothing in the available data that can be utilized with any confidence, and unless the city moves deliberately and quickly to address the problems, the registry will remain a near-useless exercise.

Many of the problems can be traced to the lack of preliminary outreach to businesses and the failure to conduct a pre-launch pilot program that could have uncovered issues before attempting to roll out the registry citywide. Had the staff worked with a cross-section of employers and property owners to develop the initial survey instrument, it would have quickly discovered the problems in its approach and the lack of clear thinking about the ultimate use of the data.

For example, while an owner-operator of a small, independent business might be able to answer the required questions, the form could easily flummox the local manager of a chain store, fast-food restaurant or Starbucks.

Asking for the square footage occupied by the business, the maximum number of employees that are at the location at any one time, the number of parking spaces on-site and the number of employee parking permits purchased by the business leads to unreliable selfreporting, particularly if an employer or a manager believes there could be negative repercussions by giving certain answers.

By combining the attempt to learn ownership and occupancy information with a series of more intrusive questions, the city confused some businesses, scared away others and was completely ignored by many. Requiring the information under penalty of perjury didn’t help.

The business registry shows all the signs of a program that was never truly embraced by the city, was inadequately funded and poorly executed.

It is inevitable that some businesses will be missed with a program like this, as the comings and goings of small businesses and individual providers of professional services occur at a fast clip in Palo Alto. But it is sign of flawed process when, for example, a year into the program Midtown’s largest employer, Safeway, and McDonald’s on El Camino had not registered.

The origin of the registry dates back to early 2014, when thencouncilmembers Marc Berman, Pat Burt and Karen Holman (along with former Councilman Larry Klein) proposed it to their colleagues as a means of developing reliable data to aid future policy decisions. They now need to take the lead in developing the rescue mission for this fledgling program. Q

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Town Square is an online discussion forum at www.PaloAltoOnline.com compatibility...’ Yes, to the extent Errors undermine this can be done without requirdata in new business ing discretionary review, it’s the registry best answer. Things like setbacks Posted April 23 at 10:54 a.m.

by Neilson Buchanan, a resident of the Downtown North neighborhood: The launch of the biz registry was deliberately imperfect despite citizen appeal to identify needs first and then design the system. Instead the Council and Staff embraced a timid approach of political accommodation and avoidance. ...There are fundamental other problems to consider at this time.

For example, city staff admittedly never had resources and skill sets to manage the registry database.

It is not the “fault” of lower level city staff; they are not the root cause. The floundering Transportation Management Association (TMA) is out of sync in terms of funding and a basic business plan.

In an act of compassion, City staff and Council permitted small businesses to opt out of the registry.

As a result, these very important, small businesses are eliminated and disenfranchised from analysis and policy making. Finally, don’t get me started on the inability for city government to enforce registry participation with meaningful carrots and sticks.

Editorial: The angst over second stories

Posted April 22 at 9:43 a.m. by Allen Akin, a resident of the Professorville neighborhood: ...what’s needed is a tightening of the existing individual-review process required for all secondstory additions or new homes, regardless of neighborhood.’ If the process is discretionary, as it is today, it can easily be abused by the City’s reviewer and by antagonistic neighbors. Many of us who’ve been through Individual Review (IR) would say that this problem already exists. Also, as a discretionary process, IR may trigger review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

CEQA review is appallingly difficult and expensive, so it’s easily used as a tool to block any change (whether or not that change might be acceptable to most people now or in the long run). ‘...the voluntary guidelines need to be transformed into specific minimum requirements addressing setbacks, daylight plane, window glazing and neighborhood

and daylight plane are already in the zoning rules; glazing and privacy are currently in IR but could be converted to fixed rules like zoning. On the other hand, there will never be agreement on architectural style, so if you feel that’s essential then you’re stuck with subjective review and all its potential for conflict.

Un-fare competition?

Posted April 22 at 11:18 a.m.

by Hugo Traeger, a resident of the Old Palo Alto neighborhood: Taxi companies created the need for Uber and Lyft with unreliable service, lack of availability at prime times, dispatched vehicles not arriving on time or at all, surly drivers and dirty, poorly maintained vehicles.

Posted April 22 at 11:32 a.m. by Ed Glazier, a resident of another community: When I lived in Palo Alto before I retired, I traveled monthly for work. At the time, taxis from SFO to Palo Alto charged 1 1/2 times the meter rate. If a trip from Palo Alto to SFO was about $70, a trip from SFO to Palo Alto would be a minimum of $105. The reason given was that there were limited cab companies licensed to pick up passengers in Palo Alto.

However, even cabs that were licensed to pick up in Palo Alto charged this extra fee. If this is true, is it any wonder that Palo Alto residents and visitors would look for a less expensive option?

Posted April 22 at 2:06 p.m. by Gale Johnson, a resident of the Adobe-Meadow neighborhood: Life goes on, even with all of the changes that put people out of work. Sad, but reality. Those poor buggy whip manufacturers. They thought their business would never end? Well, can you even buy one anymore?

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Be creative in embracing change, preserving neighborhood

by Diane Reklis am in favor of the proposed singlestory overlay for the Royal Manor neighborhood of Eichlers in Palo Alto. I am also in favor of the City Council making it easier for those who want to modernize or enlarge their homes to do so. It’s time to act to preserve our property values, our community and our way of life.

New owners do not just buy a house; they buy part of a neighborhood. Royal Manor houses consistently outsell homes that on paper look like a better deal. This is because of our schools, parks, community and job availability but also because this neighborhood is special with its winding roads, large trees and compatible homes.

Our neighbors enjoy their personal space (both inside and outside) and chat out front or walk, often to nearby coffee shops or parks.

Joseph Eichler laid out these “backwards facing” houses so that the back and side yards are an integral part of the living area and the glass walls invite us to enjoy this amazing climate. The fences separating our yards are called privacy fences for a reason, but they do not do much if the neighbor’s house is 20 to 35 feet high. If our neighbors added a second story, they would gain some living space, but we would lose a substantial amount of ours. Since one lot can impact the privacy of six or more neighbors,

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one two-story addition often leads to a significant net loss of usable living space to the neighborhood.

This does not mean that homeowners should be expected to leave their house exactly as it is now. Many people now want or need an in-home office, separate living space for extended families or to lease out, and more bathroom space, including handicapped access. All of this is possible in most of our houses without adding second stories. The city can and should provide incentives to make it easier to make these changes.

It would not cost much to develop preliminary plans that could be adapted to each homeowner’s needs. These plans could allow a fast track for approval that would save the homeowner and the city money and would lead to architecturally compatible designs. If this were combined with guidance for developing leases, we would increase the number of living units in Palo Alto at very low cost. These lots are not large enough for separate “granny units” but modifications to the existing home could create studio space and allow flexible uses over the lifetime of each owner.

For example: Q Younger owners might live in a studio apartment and rent a large part of the house to others in order to help them afford a mortgage.

Q Families with children could use the studio as space for grandparents or a nanny while the children are young.

Q Studio space could provide much-needed separation during the difficult teenage years or could be rented out to defray part of the cost of college.

Q Older residents could age in place but generate additional retirement income and the security of having someone else in their home, or they could use the studio space for a caregiver.

The following ideas would enable our neighborhood to live together in peace and harmony and could be adapted for other neighborhoods.

Q Many people have converted half their garage into a home office. A small amount of design help would ensure that these conversions are safe and cheerful places and could include the possibility of adding a bathroom. Oftentimes this space is used as a bedroom, which may or may not meet zoning restrictions; if firewalls and outside exits are designed carefully, it should be possible to make future garage conversions safe for many uses.

Q The master bedroom can be converted into a studio for students or young professionals at very little cost. Guidance from the city would make these spaces safer and more convenient.

Q On most lots the bedroom closest to the street could be enlarged and a bathroom and small kitchen could be added to make a truly separable living space. On some lots a two-room master suite could be created.

These changes would increase the current footprint and would often require relaxing the current setback requirement but would maintain the feel of the neighborhood and look better than many of our current un-lawns.

Lastly, a clear set of rules for fences for corner lots would allow these homeowners to enjoy the same privacy as the rest of us without harming the neighborhood aesthet-

ics. Current rules allow a low fence with a huge hedge, which can restrict sidewalk usage and the ability to see oncoming traffic around the corner when driving. Building a taller fence requires the homeowner to start construction, halt if any neighbors complain, and then go through a lengthy process of approval with the yard partly fenced in. (Our neighbors’ master bedroom, living and dining rooms were exposed to the street for months while their three boys were small — shortly before it was discovered that a pedophile was living across the street! The fence was eventually completed as planned and it is quite attractive.)

I support the proposed single-story overlay, but I also support beginning a process to allow our houses to be modified to meet individual needs while preserving this wonderful neighborhood. In a democracy, we are each called to give a little, and in return we all gain a lot. There is a win-win solution — if we do not reach for it we risk killing the goose that laid the golden egg and having all of our properties lose value.

This item will come before the City Council again on May 2. Please come and give your ideas, but let us seek the common good rather than the “my way or the highway” discourse that too often has characterized recent testimony. Q Diane Reklis is a 35-year resident of Royal Manor. She is a former Palo Alto Unified School District board member, chaired the City Needs subcommittee of the city’s Cubberley committee, and served on the district’s recent Enrollment Management Advisory Committee. She is the neighborhood coordinator for Janice Way.

Streetwise

Lyft, taxi or Uber — what is your go-to ride service and why?

Asked at Philz Coffee on Middlefield Road in Palo Alto. Interviews and photographs by Anna Medina.

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Mike Smith

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High school student May Lane, Los Altos

Quality inspector Dutchess Lane, Hayward

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Retired, writer Forest Avenue, Palo Alto

High school student Ferne Avenue, Palo Alto

“Uber. (It) came out before Lyft, and I’m loyal to that app. It’s accessible, on your phone and super simple.”

“Uber. (It is) more accessible. ... My daughter goes to school in San Francisco, and I thought it would be easier to get around in the city.”

“Lyft. (It’s) convenient, has good customer service and they’re respectful. It’s also the first one that popped when I searched.”

“I try not to use any of them. I like to walk, and when I go to the airport either my wife takes me or I drive my car.”

“Uber. I feel like they’re always there and they’re widespread. Also, I have the app.”

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fficials see to craft regulations for city use of new technologies by

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Policing surveillance

The Palo Alto Police Department will be testing 10 Vista body cameras, created by WatchGuard Video, as part of a pilot program.

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police cruiser in Palo Alto has five cameras: one pointing toward the front, another toward the rear, two covering the blind spots and one fixed on the passenger in the back.

When the cruiser is on, the five cameras are almost always rolling; when they roll, they cover everything within a 270-degree radius. They can also allow officers to peer into the past: Up to 40 hours of recent footage, going back to the moment the ignition is turned on, is saved.

In a presentation to the city’s Human Relations Commission, police Lt. Zach Perron lauded the new technology and said that he gets inquiries about it from other police departments nearly every week.

“It’s remarkable,” Perron told the commission. “We’re really the only department around here that has anything like this.”

The cutting-edge camera systems are emblematic of the department’s, and more broadly the city’s, enthusiastic embrace of the latest and greatest in surveillance technology. In addition to the incar camera system implemented in 2007 — known as MAV (Mobile Audio/Video) — the Palo Alto Police Department began

in 2014 to equip its officers on motorcycles and bicycles with body-worn cameras. And in 2013, the city acquired an automaticlicense-plate reader, a device that gets mounted on a police vehicle and uses small high-speed cameras to scan and photograph plates, with the goals of identifying stolen vehicles, locating suspects or recovering stolen property.

The proliferation of cameras isn’t new, but it’s expected to intensify in the years to come. Police Chief Dennis Burns told the Weekly that in the coming month or so, the department plans to roll out a new version of the bodyworn camera. After a trial period, these could become standard equipment for all sworn officers.

Made by WatchGuard Video, the manufacturer of the city’s new incar cameras, the new body-worn cameras are able to sync up with the MAV systems. Instead of a five cameras per cruiser, there would be at least six.

Body cameras are becoming a new normal in municipalities across the Bay Area, with San Francisco, Oakland and Alameda County all adopting them in recent years. But even though Palo Alto officers have been using body-worn cameras for nearly two years now, the department doesn’t

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have an official policy in place to govern them. Rather, it relies on an interim policy that was drafted in 2014, is only half a page long, gives officers full discretion (and little guidance) in deciding when to turn the body-worn cameras on or off and expressly states that “no officer will be counseled or disciplined for failing to use or activate a body-worn camera during the trial or testing period.”

Burns said the department plans to adopt an official policy for body-worn cameras later this year, after public meetings, City Council feedback and the department’s trial of 10 new body cameras. If they work out, the department will get about 80 more, enough to equip every sworn officer.

The tendency of policy to lag behind technology is nothing new when it comes to body-worn cameras, automatic license-plate readers, drones and other investigative tools. Nor is it limited to Palo Alto. In May 2015 a special task force on policing established

by President Barack Obama released a report that states the problem succinctly: “We live in a time when technology and its many uses are advancing far more quickly than are policies and laws.”

The report makes a case for

body-worn cameras and cites a 2014 study published in the Journal of Quantitative Criminology that found that officers wearing cameras had 87.5 percent fewer incidents of use of force and 59 percent fewer complaints than officers not wearing the cameras.

Yet the study also warns that without adequate public outreach, the new technology can spark distrust when it comes to privacy.

When the public does not believe its privacy is protected, the report states, “a breakdown in community trust can occur.”

“Agencies need to consider ways to involve the public in discussions related to the protection of their privacy and civil liberties prior to implementing new technology, as well as work with the public and other partners in the justice system to develop appropriate policies and procedures for use,” the report states.

To date, Bay Area law-enforcement agencies have generally taken a better-to-ask-for-forgiveness-than-permission approach to their surveillance purchases. In San Jose, the police department caused a public outcry last year for buying a drone without notifying the public. After a flurry of criticism from residents and civilliberty advocates, the city hosted

a series of meetings about the new technology, and the City Council adopted in August a new policy specifying that the drone would only be used in two situations: to assist the bomb squad and when there is an active shooter.

Similar concerns dogged an effort by Santa Clara County officials to buy a Stingray, a device that intercepts cell-phone data by essentially masquerading as a cell tower. Last year, the county abruptly canceled its plan to buy a Stingray after the manufacturer demanded a non-disclosure rule.

Now, county Supervisor Joe Simitian is leading an effort to craft an overarching policy on surveillance technology that would require county departments to submit an “anticipated impact report” before they deploy new surveillance technology; adopt policies for the technology before they acquire and use it; and provide periodic reports describing how the technology was actually used.

The board’s Finance and Government Oversight Committee signed off on the policy on April 14, and the full board is set to consider it next month.

This week, Palo Alto moved ahead with a similar effort. Four council members, led by Councilman Cory Wolbach, recently

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A rear-facing camera captures the action outside from the back of a Palo Alto police cruiser. an appropriate way.”

When it comes to body-worn cameras, the council’s oversight has to date been minimal at best.

Last June, the council unanimously approved a Fiscal Year 2016 budget that included $95,000 for 90 body-worn cameras. When the council’s Finance Committee reviewed the budget request, only one council member — Councilwoman Liz Kniss — asked a question about the cameras (and the question pertained to the protocol for budgeting, not the merits of the technology). When the annual budget went to full council for approval, the subject of bodyworn cameras wasn’t broached at all. It’s taken as gospel at City Hall that — privacy concerns notwithstanding — body-worn cameras are a valuable tool for collecting evidence and making police officers more accountable to the public.

The city’s Independent Police Auditor Michael Gennaco reviewed the complaint and, in doing so, went to the tape. The footage, according to his report, showed the officer pulling over a woman after she ran a red light.

He talked to her for a few minutes while she was in her vehicle. He walked back to the cruiser. The woman then started to get agitated. She got out of her car and started walking toward the officer and his partner. She yelled, slapped her fists against her torso and, according to the audit, briefly took a “martial arts stance.” When officers attempted to restrain her by pressing her against the side of the car, she tried to bite the female officer before she was taken slowly to the ground, handcuffed and walked back to the sidewalk.

The auditor noted in the report during the initial interaction, the officer appeared to adopt a “patient and calm demeanor.” And even though the woman was 70 at the time of the incident, “she appears to be equal in stature to the officers and does not appear frail,” the auditor wrote. He concluded that the officers appeared to show “restraint and consideration” and noted that they took pains not to injure her. His verdict? No excessive force.

At other times, the video evidence revealed officers doing things they shouldn’t. This includes an incident in early 2013 in which a citizen called the station to complain about a rude officer. Footage from the incident, which the police auditor reviewed, reportedly showed a man and a woman preparing to cross the street when the police cruiser stopped several feet into the intersection. When the man raised his hands in a “what the heck” gesture and said something about the crosswalk, the officer shouted back a profanity, according to the auditor. The officer then rushed off, failed to stop at two stop (continued on next page)

The cameras in action

n describing the merits of surveillance cameras, Burns told the Human Relations Commission last June they have three chief benefits: They collect great evidence. They insulate the department against false claims. And they foster accountability among officers.

“Everybody plays a little better when they know the camera is on,” Burns said.

And the case for body cameras specifically? Between 40 and 60 percent of the interactions officers have with the public are not in front of a patrol car, Burns noted.

Yet body-worn cameras are useful only when they’re on. That was not the case last November, when Stanislav Petrov was chased

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penned a memo calling for the city to draft an ordinance that would establish a “standard operating procedure” for adopting or re-purposing any technology for surveillance.

The memo, which is co-signed

by Vice Mayor Greg Scharff and councilmen Marc Berman and Greg Schmid, lists the various technologies already in place in Palo Alto and notes that both law enforcement and government in general “depend on the trust of the community.”

“Use of technologies (that) has the appearance, potential or effect of violating privacy or civil liberties can diminish community trust in government, particularly when adopted and used without transparency. ... Rapidly evolving surveillance technology raises concerns for the City including, but not limited to privacy of residents and visitors; chilling effects on expression, research, travel, association or other rights; misuse of data; data breach (access by unauthorized parties); and adoption, use or expansion of capabilities without council oversight.”

Wolbach told the Weekly that the move is intended as a “proactive” step to prevent future uproar, like the one in San Jose over the drone or the one at the county level over the Stingray.

“We’ve seen times when things like this have been deployed without a lot of oversight and without public transparency,” Wolbach said. “That’s where you have concerns. That’s one of the main things we want to avoid. We just want to make sure the council and community feel comfortable and have an insight into what types of technologies we’re using as a city and also make sure that the technologies we do desire are appropriate and we’re using them in

down and tackled by an Alameda ficers brought him to the ground County sheriff’s deputy in an al- and pulled his arms behind his leyway in San Francisco’s Mission back to handcuff him. The in-car District after a high-speed pursuit. camera system (the prior model Footage from a surveillance cam- that was about to be replaced) era in the alleyway shows two malfunctioned and the incident deputies repeatedly beat Petrov was not recorded. with batons for Even though about 20 seccity officials onds while he denied that ofwas lying on the ‘ verybody plays ficers used exground, before cessive force, in a little better when more officers March the counthey now the arrived. Though cil approved camera is on.’ all 11 officers a $250,000 were equipped settlement with – Dennis Burns, police Harney. When with body-worn chief, City of Palo Alto asked about cameras, none reportedly used the settlement, them. The department, which is Mayor Pat Burt told the Weekly now facing a lawsuit from Petrov, that not having the footage was a has since revised its policy to “disadvantage on defending ourmake use of body-worn cameras selves.” Thus, the council thought mandatory. it would be prudent to settle.

Questions about when the reBy and large, Palo Alto officording system should be used cials have relied on police camaren’t limited to Alameda. In eras while investigating a range Denver, a six-month pilot pro- of incidents, from violence to gram in late 2014 showed that out citizen complaints. Most recently, of 45 use-of-force incidents that the department reviewed footage involved officers with body cam- from multiple cruiser cameras aferas, usable footage was avail- ter Palo Alto officers fatally shot able for just 21 incidents. Nicho- 31-year-old William Raff in front las Mitchell, police monitor for of a group home on Forest Avenue the Denver police and sheriff’s last Christmas — its first fatal indepartments, found that in 11 of cident in more than a decade. these 45 cases, officers reported According to the police (who that the encounters “progressed have declined to release the video or deteriorated too quickly for to the public), footage allegedly them to safely activate the BWC.” showed that Raff had a knife and In other cases, they reported that sprinted at the officers, getting so they either failed to charge their close that “one officer who fired units, could not download footage, his pistol had to move to avoid or wore the cameras in a way that being struck by the falling susobscured the audio and/or video, pect.” The video footage, as well according to Mitchell’s report. as witness testimony and other In Palo Alto, a failure to record evidence, has been turned over to a use-of-force incident proved the Santa Clara County District costly in 2013, when officers ar- Attorney, who is reviewing the rested Tyler Harney, a Los Altos incident.

Hill resident, after a traffic stop.

In other cases, the footage has Harney, who filed a federal law- served as an arbitrator between suit against the city in 2014, al- an officer and a citizen making leged that during the traffic stop a complaint. Consider, for exofficers slammed him into a car ample, an incident in 2010 when and injured his arm and shoulder. a 70-year-old woman accused ofHe also claimed that he was con- ficers of injuring her ribs while vulsing from a seizure when of- using excessive force to arrest her.

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signs and, according to Gennaco, violated “the right of way of other cars by making a left turn.”

In some cases, the cameras capture footage that officers’ eyes can’t see. That’s what happened in late 2014, when two suspects — a man who was arrested for probation violation and a woman who was nabbed for an assault at a bar — were being transported to jail in the same cruiser. According to Gennaco’s report, camera footage showed that during the ride to the jail, the man repeatedly slid closer to the woman and touched her breast with his elbow. The woman, according to Gennaco, repeatedly admonished the male to stop touching her and tried to get help

from the officers (at one point she was reportedly heard saying, “That’s sexual harassment. Hey, this guy is touching me”). The officer, who was listening to music on the radio during the trip, took no action apart from “a few spoken directions” to the man, Gennaco reported.

After they arrived at the jail and the woman repeated her complaint, police reviewed the footage and charged the man with battery, of which he was later convicted.

While there is nothing controversial about a camera running inside a police cruiser, where there is little expectation of privacy, things are less clear-cut when it comes to body-worn cameras. In one incident, which occurred in late 2014, an officer with a bodyworn camera pulled over a woman for speeding while she was on her way to an urgent-care facility.

He then reportedly directed her to leave her car in the facility’s driveway and followed her inside.

As she was waiting to get treated, Gennaco wrote, the officer asked urgent-care personnel if she had time to move her car, given that it was parked illegally. He then asked the woman to do so and gave her a speeding ticket.

The woman later complained that the officer, by following her inside, delayed her medical treatment — an argument that both the police department and Gennaco rejected. But the auditor also noticed, in reviewing the footage, that while the woman was describing her symptoms to the receptionist “it is clear that the officer was close enough to overhear the conversation.”

Gennaco concluded that in this case it was “improvident and unnecessary for the officer to stand by the female while she described her medical condition to a medical-care provider,” especially given that medical information is

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A camera atop a Palo Alto police cruiser records video from one side of the vehicle.

A front-facing camera records from the driver’s view of a police cruiser. protected by state and federal law.

“His presence likely contributed to her distress and her unhappiness over the way he handled the situation,” Gennaco concluded.

“It would have been helpful had PAPD supervision identified this particular issue and informally raised the matter with the officer; the officer may have benefited from additional insight into the complainant’s perspective.”

After his review, Gennaco recommended that the department remind its members to avoid listening in when individuals are providing medical information to medical practitioners. He also recommended that the department consider providing written guidance to officers “regarding the deactivation of body-worn cameras when medical information is being shared between a health care provider and a patient.”

Burns said situations like these — when an officer with a bodyworn camera enters a private residence or when an individual

is describing his or her medical condition — are ones that the department will be evaluating with the community in the coming months.

“One of the important things to remember is that we only want to capture the information that is relevant to whatever we are investigating,” Burns said. “We have to be very careful about what we’re going to record when we go inside someone’s house, and it’s going to depend on the nature of the call, what information we have and so on.

“Similarly, we have to think about whether we should be turning off a recorder when we’re in an action scene and people are injured — out of respect for people who are injured and to make sure we don’t capture on video any information that would be covered under HIPAA,” he added, referring to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, which protects individuals’ medical information.

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A Vista body-worn camera, created by WatchGuard Video, will be tested as part of a pilot program.

Signs inside the parking garage at Palo Alto City Hall notify the public that police surveillance is in effect.

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hile the Palo Alto Police Department is preparing for a public conversation about body-worn cameras, both the City Council and the county’s Board of Supervisors are delving into policies that are far broader in scope.

Simitian, who has been working on privacy-rights issues for more than 15 years (he chaired a committee on the topic as both a state Assembly member and state Senator), is leading the charge on the county level. In recent months, as chair of the board’s Finance and Government Oversight Committee, he’s been soliciting input from the offices of the District Attorney, the Sheriff, the General Counsel and other stakeholders about the new policy, which would govern both existing and future surveillance technology.

For Simitian, this issue came to a head during a tense Feb. 25, 2015, hearing when he questioned Sheriff Laurie Smith about the purchase of a Stingray and was visibly frustrated with the vague answers he received about the new technology. After a long exchange, Simitian concluded that the board didn’t have nearly enough information to justify the purchase.

“Just to be clear, we’re being asked to spend $500,000 of the taxpayers money, plus $42,000 a year thereafter for a product the name of which we’re not sure of, the product specs we haven’t seen, a demonstration we don’t have, and we’ve got a non-disclosure requirement as a precondition. ...

So you want us to vote to spend money on something that you can’t tell us more about.”

The board approved the purchase 4 to 1, with Simitian dissenting, but the purchase was ultimately scuttled after county executives decided that the nondisclosure policy demanded by the manufacturer was too restrictive. Since then, Simitian and Supervisor Cindy Chavez have been moving ahead with a broader policy to govern all surveillance technology, which would list spe-

A still frame from a video captured by the WatchGuard Video Vista body-worn camera shows a driver during a traffic stop. cific technology and describe the characteristics of future technology that would be governed.

There’s been some pushback.

Michael Whittington, president of the Santa Clara County District Attorneys Investigators Association, told the committee on April 14 that the union objects to the new ordinance because of its lack of specificity in defining “surveillance” and because of the “onerous amount of work” the new rules would create for his investigators.

“As written, everything would be surveillance and require documentation as the process is going on, which would slow down our investigators and slow down investigations and cause an undue adverse burden to labor,” Whittington said.

But most of the speakers at recent hearings concurred with Simitian that the policy would be valuable. Andrew Gutierrez, representing the county Public Defender’s office, observed that we live “at a time when government agencies are collecting increas-

ingly vast amounts of digital and/ for how such technology is adoptor electronic information. ed. This includes an “anticipated “Much of that information can impact report” before the item be tied to a particular individual,” is purchased; a set of policies to Gutierrez said. “The ability to govern the use of the device; and store such inforan annual report mation is likedetailing how wise increasing the devices had d ra mat ica l ly. ‘The fact that been used.

The fact that “It’s been a local government local governgrueling proagencies can collect cess, and I think ment agencies can collect and one of the things and retain such a retain such a we’ve had vast amount of data that vast amount to work our creates serious of data creates way through serious privacy and past is the privacy and civiland civil-liberty misperception liberty concerns.’ concerns.” that there is an After months inherent trade– Andrew Gutierrez, off between of refinements and edits, the attorney, Santa Clara County privacy and Public Defender’s office public safety,” committee voted on April 14 Simitian told to send the proposed ordinance the Weekly. “I reject this notion to the full board, which will con- outright. I think we can protect sider it in May. Simitian stressed the public while still respecting at the meeting that the new ordi- the public’s right to privacy and nance will not prohibit the use of due process.” any surveillance technology. It On Monday, Palo Alto began would, however, create a process its consideration of similar guide-

lines when the council voted 7-0 (with Liz Kniss and Eric Filseth absent) to have its Policy and Services Committee craft a “standard operating procedure” for new surveillance technologies, which would ultimately be referred to the full council. In introducing the item, Wolbach said he is particularly concerned about policies governing collection, retention and dissemination of data.

“We could be trying to respond ad hoc to each new technology as it arises, but as co-authors of this memo, we are of the opinion that we should be proactive,” Wolbach said.

The council largely concurred, with Berman arguing that it’s best to “have a policy in place before you have a problem” and Scharff encouraging his colleagues to focus on technologies that are capable of personally identifying individuals.

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cates, all of whom heartily endorsed moving forward with the ordinance. Adam Schwartz, a civil-liberties attorney with the Electronic Frontier Foundation, observed that new technologies are â&#x20AC;&#x153;changing peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Obviously they can do a lot of good; they can make our government more accountable and more efficient,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sometimes, these technologies can diminish our privacy and civil liberties and even chill our free speech.

Without trust between community and police there can be no public safety. We think this kind of policy will do a great deal to advance trust.â&#x20AC;?

Paul George, director of the Peace and Justice Center in Palo Alto, agreed. He told the council that a public discussion about technology before itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s adopted is an â&#x20AC;&#x153;absolute must in a democratic society.â&#x20AC;? The increased workload in putting the reports together, he said, is a small price that a â&#x20AC;&#x153;free democratic society must pay to remain free and open.â&#x20AC;?

Unlike at the county level, the Palo Alto proposal so far has the

full support of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top law enforcement official. Burns told the council Monday that he believes that â&#x20AC;&#x153;having the conversation in advance, establishing the values of the community and setting standards is very prudentâ&#x20AC;? and recommended sending the item to the committee for further discussion. In a recent interview with the Weekly, he said he looks forward to the community conversation and stressed that, when it comes to in-car cameras, bodyworn cameras and other forms of surveillance equipment, Palo Alto officers focus solely on data that pertains to the calls they are re-

sponding to. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As far as surveillance goes, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re busy enough just trying to investigate and respond to the calls that we have,â&#x20AC;? Burns said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have no interest in gathering any greater data for any other reason. Frankly, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not in our mission and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not in our purview and, therefore, we shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be concerned about things that arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t directly related to what we have before us â&#x20AC;&#x201D; be it a crime or be it a mental-health issue or what have you.â&#x20AC;? Q ta r ter enna e ner an e e a e at s e ner a ee

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hen Los Altos resident Sumaira Nabeel moved her family to Zurich, Switzerland, during the summer of 2015 for work, the last thing on her mind was quitting her job as a CPA to dive headfirst into the world of South Asian fashion. Yet less than a year since that pivotal trip, Nabeel stood in her home studio in Los Altos — surrounded by dressers packed to the brim with lehengas, saris and dupattas ornately decorated with heavily beaded necklines and embroideries of golden flowers — grinning with excitement as she

wrapped a sari around her waist.

“The concept of what’s considered traditional is changing. These pieces don’t have to be worn in the most traditional ways, and there’s so much you can do with them — it’s not just saris and lehengas, but crop tops and skirts that people can actually wear,” she said.

The crossover of traditional South Asian garb to the more modern styles of western runways is what inspired Nabeel to found Indus Threads, an online clothingrental platform that brings the world of intricately-designed, high-end South Asian fashion to the sharing

economy of the west. Patrons can shop online for items retailing $250 to $1,500 but instead pay anywhere from $55 to $250 to rent them for a four-day period.

Indus Threads’ collaborativeconsumption business model, similar to ones employed by Uber and Airbnb, is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the potential possibilities for high-end fashion rental services, Nabeel said.

“Disruptive technologies are about a change of mindset driven by a change in fundamental value systems,” Nabeel said. “Our world is so interconnected. My dream is

to bring things all together through a platform that is economical: It’s conscious, it’s green, and it’s where markets are heading.”

A lack of connection, namely between the South Asian fashion world and consumers living in the United States, was a frustrating reality Nabeel experienced when trying to find one-of-a-kind South Asian fashion for parties and events.

Stuck between the option of paying hundreds of dollars for clothing she would only wear once or having to travel halfway across the globe to find pieces that were exactly what she wanted, Nabeel saw a unique

opportunity to address the needs of a niche market of consumers who were limited by access, affordability and time to find the perfect outfit.

“Wearing these items is an experience, one that people could enjoy for a night and then not be driven by the guilt of spending a large amount of money on something beautiful,” Nabeel said. “Each of these pieces have a story to tell ... I want people to be able to connect to the region and the designers behind these clothes.”

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tion to the fashion world meant letting go of her full-time job in the corporate tax field, an area in which she worked for more than 13 years.

She began seriously considering a switch in careers after a “life-altering three months” of living abroad in Europe last summer. Along with the rest of her family, she was able to experience the rich culture of Europe while traveling between countries like Austria, the Czech Republic and Italy, which revitalized her appreciation for the arts and a slower pace of life. It also made her realize that her passion and interest was in fashion, something that always played a central role in the way she presented herself to the outside world, she explained.

“I was able to step back and evaluate what meant the most to me in life. Not to say I didn’t enjoy my job, but I (realized) life is too short and you’ve got to go out and follow your heart.”

Since quitting her job in January and committing to Indus Threads full time, Nabeel has launched her website and rental platform, which currently features more than 60 different pieces from 29 designers. As the network of fashion designers continues to grow online, Nabeel is also connecting to customers in person by inviting them to her home studio for personal consultations and fittings. While she doesn’t have

plans to run Indus Threads “out of a living room” for long, in the short term, getting customer feedback in person is valuable to better understanding the styles and types of garments that are most desirable.

“I want to build a strong platform where I’m collecting all this data and I’ll know what this market likes renting,” Nabeel said. “That’s a very powerful platform, even from a designer perspective.”

Though making the switch from directing an accounting firm to directing her own fashion company was sudden, taking the plunge has been a refreshing and rewarding experience for Nabeel, who hopes to seek funding for her platform and run her business as a fashion startup. While her drive and bigpicture outlook for Indus Threads was driven by her business savvy, the inspiration behind making it a reality was to set a positive example for her children, showing them that following one’s heart and dreams can indeed be an option and way of life, she said.

“I started this company from a very deep place,” Nabeel said, a smile forming on her face. “For me, it’s going to be about the journey. I want to take in every single day and enjoy it. Who knows what doors this journey will open?” or more in ormation visit in dusthreads om Q Editorial Intern Avi Salem can be emailed at asalem@paweekly. com.

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It is also, beyond a doubt, one of the more difficult musicals to produce, with demanding vocals and complex staging requirements. Palo Alto Players nevertheless tackles the show with zeal, pulling out all the stops to mount a gorgeous spectacle with a talented cast, sure to satisfy the dedicated Sondheim fan as well as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Woodsâ&#x20AC;? novice.

Sondheim and Lapine conspired in this mash-up of several wellknown fairy tales, adding their own modern tale as a connecting device and interpreting the talesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; morals for a contemporary audience. A Narrator (Walter M. Mayes) opens the show with the iconic phrase, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Once upon a time,â&#x20AC;? and introduces us to four characters who all express wishes: Jack (Timothy Sanders), who wishes his cow, Milky White (Akemi Okamura or Adrienne Walters) would give milk; Cinderella (Libby Lloyd) who wants to attend the kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s festival; and the Baker (Chris Janssen) and his Wife (Elizabeth Santana), who wish for a child.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also Jackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mother (Marisol Soria Urbano), who wishes for gold and wants to sell the cow; and Little Red Ridinghood (Taylor Sanders), who wants bread to take to her Grandmother (Chrissy Brooks) and seeks adventure; and Cinderellaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stepmother (Morgan Dayley) and her stepsisters (Sharon Lita and Jenna Levere), who are â&#x20AC;&#x153;fair of face but black of heart,â&#x20AC;? and relish their power over the miserable Cinderella.

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re quickly introduced to the story behind the Baker and his wifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s childlessness when their neighbor appears â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a hag of a Witch (Izetta Klein). She reveals that their childless plight dates back to when the Bakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father stole vegetables from her garden, including some special beans, whereupon she cursed him and his offspring and declared that any more children would be hers â&#x20AC;&#x201D; surprising the Baker with news of a sister, who has been raised by the Witch in secret.

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sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll reverse the curse. He must travel into the woods to find and bring her a red cape, a white cow, hair yellow as corn, and a golden slipper.

We already know where some of these items will come from and we soon discover where the others are to be found. The Baker initially sets out by himself, but heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s followed by his daring and curious wife, and the action unfolds as all the disparate characters encounter each other in the woods, each in pursuit of their wishes.

Turns out the Witchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter is Rapunzel (Jessica Whittemore), she of long yellow hair; and there are two Princes, one to rescue Rapunzel (Drew Reitz) and one to find Cinderella enchanting (Steven Ennis).

A Mysterious Man (also Mayes) interferes with the Bakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quest, and a Wolf (also Ennis) interferes with Red. A zealous Steward to the Prince (Mohamed Ismail) deals a fatal blow to the greater good.

Often the charactersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; wishes prove unattainable, get them more than they bargained for, or go awry in unpredictable circumstance.

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teach hard lessons. By the time the first act ends, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clear that â&#x20AC;&#x153;Happily ever afterâ&#x20AC;? has unpleasant alternative meanings.

But Act One remains steadfastly light-hearted, humorous, and hopeful; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Act Two that goes into the dark corners of the woods, exploring the flip side of pursuing wishes and the consequences of ambivalent morality and errant parenting.

A revenge-seeking Giantess wreaks havoc on the traditional tales, leading us to question simplistic moral statements. As characters try to name whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to blame for their tragedies, the Witch says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not good, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not nice, but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m right,â&#x20AC;? pointing out the darkness in our own hearts that scrambles morality, levels judgment on others, and leads us down a questionable path. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a long show, and the second act in particular can feel at times like weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re getting second-hand philosophy â&#x20AC;&#x201D; too many â&#x20AC;&#x153;lessonâ&#x20AC;? songs, and the show slows down with one ballad after another.

But Players does its best to keep the action moving, and the first-rate talent helps immensely.

The cast is uniformly excellent.

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Janssen matches her well as the hapless Baker. Lloydâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cinderella nicely conveys her characterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transitions, with beautiful vocals.

Whittemore shines as the mad Rapunzel, Taylor Sanders shows spunk and comic skills, and Reitz and Ennis are terrific as the dubious princes. Unfortunate miking issues in Act One on opening night plagued Kleinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance, but by Act Two the problem was corrected and she returned full force, showing off her powerful, liquid voice. The entire ensemble deserves kudos for their tireless energy and clarity of purpose.

Patrick Klein not only directed but also designed the set, one that includes a revolving platform and multiple levels and projections and full use of the Stern house â&#x20AC;&#x201D; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s marvelous, and keeps the action brisk.

Clever and comely costume design by Pat Tyler pulls together the visual thematics in a fantastic, overthe-top, Tim-Burtonesque way, coordinated with Christine Ormsethâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fun hair and makeup design to great effect. Lighting by Carolyn A. Foot gives us happy illumination as well as the dark shadows of Act Two. Jennifer Gorgulhoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choreography is just enough and just right; and

Katie Coleman does an outstanding job guiding her cast and orchestra through the difficult score.

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re already a Sondheim fan, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this one; if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re wondering what all the fuss is about, this is a great way to find out why this show is so popular. Q ree an e r ter ean e t an e e a e at s t e e t t r t nto the oods eatures Ta lor anders as ittle Red Ridinghood etta lein as it h organ Da le as inderella s tepmother Eli a eth antana as a er s i e ohamed smail as teward hris anssen as a er haron ita as lorinda and enna evere as u inda What: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Into the Woods,â&#x20AC;? presented by Palo Alto Players Where: Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto When: Through May 8, with 7:30 p.m. shows Thursday, 8 p.m.

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Menlowe Ballet’s ‘Collage’ Menlowe Ballet’s spring performance, titled “Collage,” features the company debut of four former Silicon Valley Ballet dancers and the world premieres of three pieces

by Val Caniparoli, Gregory Dawson and Artistic Director Michael Lowe. Performances will be held Friday, April 29, at 8 p.m.; Saturday, April 30, at 2 and 8 p.m; and Sunday, May 1, at 2 p.m., at Menlo-Atherton Performing Arts Center, 555 Middlefield Road, Atherton. Tickets ($28$55) are available at www.menloweballet.org.

On stage ‘Words and Images to End All Wars’

Stanford Repertory Theater will present “Words and Images to End All Wars,” a staged-reading (with musical accompaniment) commemoration of the centenary of World War I. The performance, which will be held Friday, April 29, and Saturday, April 30, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, May 1, at 2 p.m. at Oshman Hall, McMurty Building, 355 Roth Way, Stanford, will feature poems and letters, photographs and

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Fine art ‘King Tides and Elusive Rails’

A new interactive exhibit, “King Tides and Elusive Rails,” from Creative Ecology artist-in-residence David Tomb, featuring drawings, paintings, pop-up sculptures and cut-outs, and audio recordings of Baylands birds, will be open through July 3 at the Palo Alto Art Center, 1313 Newell Road. The art center is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (open until 9 p.m. Thursdays) and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. A reception with the artist will be held Friday, April 29, at 7 p.m. Go to cityofpaloalto. org/gov/depts/csd/artcenter/.

Books Independent Bookstore Day

Looking for a page turner? Like to support print media and independent retailers? Local bookstores, including East West Bookshop (Mountain View), Kepler’s (Menlo Park) and Books Inc. (Palo Alto and Mountain View) will be celebrating Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, April 30, with special giveaways, treats, sales, author events, activities for kids and more. For example, East West is showcasing 12 local selfpublished authors; Kepler’s will have a section of the store dedicated to crafts and “celebrating the joys of all things paper,” and will serve strawberry lemonade and “book cookie catchers”; and

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Books Inc. and Palo Alto Children’s Theatre will team up for an acting workshop for kids, based on classic children’s stories. For more store-specific information, check keplers.com, booksinc.net, and eastwest.com.

Exhibit ‘Before Our Very Eyes’

Thirteen venues in Redwood City are hosting “Before Our Very Eyes,” an art exhibit drawing attention to the issue of human trafficking, in advance of Human Trafficking Awareness Day, to be held at the San Mateo County History Museum and Courthouse Square on May 14. The mixed-media exhibit, which is featured at venues including the Redwood City Public Library, Kaiser Hospital, and many retailers and restaurants, will run through May 15. Go to BeforeOurVeryEyes.org.

Youth theater ‘The Hound of the Baskervilles’

Woodside Priory School will present “The Hound of the Baskervilles: a Comic Thriller starring Shirley Holmes & Jennie Watson,” a spoof of the classic Arthur Conan Doyle mystery, on Friday and Saturday, April 29 and 30, at 7 p.m. at Rothrock Performance Hall, 302 Portola Road, Portola Valley. Tickets are $15 for adults, $5 for students/children. In this humorous version, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are on vacation, leaving their young nieces in charge of solving mysteries in their absence. Go to priory.ticketleap.com/hound/.

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ou have to hand it to the owners of Rumble Fish: They obviously had a good time coming up with the names of their specialty maki rolls, and their inspiration shows in sushi that looks as good as it tastes.

The Mountain View restaurant’s menu features both traditional Japanese sushi and entrees as well as some novelty maki. Good rolls are made here, in tasty combinations and artful presentations. There’s the “Tsunami,” which wraps tuna, salmon and crab around a core of tempura shrimp, crab and avocado; the “Rusty,” with a heart of calamari and avocado surrounded by salmon and eel; and the “Snow White,” with spicy shrimp and cucumber topped with baked tilapia.

But beware the “Call 911.”

Though the waiter did conscientiously caution us that our selection was especially hot, we reassured him that we were game and liked a little zip with our sushi. He took our order, shaking his head.

We were duly warned. This house specialty looks harmless enough but the diced tuna inside its cocoon of packed rice has been marinated in a special blend of various types of chili peppers — and sprinkled on top with the deadly nanami togarashi (a common Japanese spice mixture with dried chili peppers).

Even for patrons who crave the rush that comes from a good dose of wasabi, be warned: “Call 911” is hot enough to scorch your palate, crossing the line from a tongue-numbing burn to this side of excruciating in its onslaught of pure volcanic force.

According to co-owner Eun-Joo Chang, most people manage only one slice before succumbing to the dish’s “secret sauce.”

Most of the 24 maki ($9 to $18) listed on the menu are quite eyecatching, loaded as they are with extra toppings. Each selection is described by its “in” (inside the rice) and “out” (the extras on top) ingredients. “Motorcycle Boy” (continued on next page)

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Jin Chung, left, owner and head chef of Rumble Fish, and Michael Yoo, right, sushi chef, prepare rolls at the downtown Mountain View restaurant on April 25, 2016. crunchy — in rice, garnished with bowls, sukiyaki and fried rice. A baked crab and tobiko (flying fish large selection of hot and cold ap(continued from previous pate) roe), plus drizzles of unagi sauce petizers range from calamari katsu ($10) to deep-fried soft-shell crab ($15) takes a basic California roll- and spicy mayonnaise.

Each maki was extremely gen- ($12), firecracker jalapeño (deeptype filling and covers it with tuna, salmon, avocado and two kinds of erous in size, lovely to look at and fried pepper stuffed with cream sauces. “Red Dragon” ($15) piles quite tasty, though the pure fla- cheese and crab, $8) and seaweed thinly sliced tuna and avocado over vors of the fish were sometimes salad ($8 to $16). The chirashi bowl a dense interior of spicy tuna and overwhelmed by all the bells and ($24), a dish of seasoned rice topped with scattered slices of raw fish, is a tempura shrimp. Our most satis- whistles.

A well-rounded nigiri menu is popular option for sushi fiends who fying choice was the “Climax” ($15), which encased avocado and coupled with standard Japanese se- want a broad sampling of flavors.

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simply fabulous. A rich meaty broth was loaded with chunks of meat, heaps of slithery noodles and crisp greens. The portion was enormous, enough for lunch for two with enough left over for dinner. The salmon teriyaki bento box lunch special ($16) arrived on a massive white platter as a vision in neutrals: The heavily sauced fish was accompanied by a mound of white rice, tasty dumplings and limp tempura veggies, with twin cups of identical dipping sauce. A salad of barely dressed iceberg lettuce and a bland miso soup served as appetizers.

Though the salmon was flaky and cooked perfectly and the portions were more than generous, the dish was insipid and lacked the creativity and show of effort of the maki.

Chang opened Rumble Fish last October with her husband, a 10year veteran of the business (and the brains behind the maki creations), at the former site of Sono Sushi, a long-established sushi boat restaurant on Castro Street. With its dark walls, colored lights framing the sushi bar and oversized mirrors, Rumble Fish exudes a low-key, hip vibe.

Seating is along the bar, in booths and at dark tables set with square white dishes. It’s easy to pass by its entrance, which is set a few paces inside the main door on the street.

Staff was friendly and attentive, especially during our “Call 911” experience when the waiter brought out a dish of sweet katsu sauce to cut the heat. Water glasses were refilled without asking and dishes

were removed only after asking if we were finished. In a decided nod to its Silicon Valley location, orders are taken on iPads and emails for discounts on the next visit are sent out within days.

Rumble Fish is doing lots of things right — fresh fish delivered daily, a delicate hand with nigiri, lots of palate-pleasing creations — and Chang says the menu continues to evolve. Some items need to be refined, but overall, Rumble Fish is a welcome addition to booming Castro Street. Q ree an e r ter e ter an e e a e r t s s a net

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The dope-y new comedy “Dough” suffers from a number of problems, among them its oldfashioned treatment of marijuana.

Like TV’s “Bates Motel,” which labored to create high-stakes dread over an illegal marijuana operation in the 2010s, “Dough” tastes awfully stale in its dramatization of high times and underground illegality.

I use the term “dramatization” lightly, as the sit-comedic British film — lazily scripted by Yehudah Jez Freedman and Jonathan Benson, and directed by TV vet John Goldschmidt — pushes for lightheartedness and achieves a lightweightedness in the diminishing-returns tradition following “The Full Monty.” International treasure Jonathan Pryce (“Brazil”) stars as Nat Dayan, proprietor of the Jewish bakery Dayan and Son. Nat’s the “Son,” still nursing disappointment that his own son (Daniel Caltagirone) ditched the family trade to practice law. When we meet Nat, he’s particularly peeved. With his business already squeezed, he loses his apprentice to Sam Cotton (Philip Davis), the neighboring corporate grocer who has longsince targeted Nat’s shop as the last holdout in the way of Cotton consuming the entire block. Stop me if you’ve heard this one.

Jerome Holder and Jonathan Pryce star in the comedy “Dough.”

Enter teenage Darfur refugee Ayyash (appealing newcomer Jerome Holder), son of the shop’s cleaning lady. Nat warily takes Ayyash on as his new baking apprentice, and the odd-couple comedy is off to the races. First, Nat realizes with horror that Ayyash is Muslim. Eventually he realizes how Ayyash has exponentially increased the shop’s receipts: the part-time pot dealer accidentally dropped his stash into the challah dough and, endeared to Nat, decided to keep driving business with the pot he pledged to sell for his other hotheaded boss (Ian Hart).

Forget for a moment the unlikelihood of Ayyash recklessly endangering himself to increase the business of his irritable, pushing-70 Jewish boss. It’s a fable of respect and tradition, okay?

And forget the unlikelihood that ex-boxer Nat can remain clueless as long as he does, even after consuming the spiked challah at a rollicking family dinner. Hey, it’s a comedy, alright? Save your

suspension of disbelief for the climactic heist sequence, a breakin to Cotton’s office that Nat and Ayyash engineer to retrieve the “smoking gun” evidence of Dayan and Son’s illegal pot-edibles trade.

Look, those with a high tolerance for “nice” movies will happily roll with this “Dough.” But know that it is proudly unsophisticated in its storytelling, with Cotton a stock villain short only the waxy-moustache-twirling and Hart a stereotypical drug-dealing bully. Can’t anyone just be a legitimate businessman in this movie?

And I haven’t even mentioned the pushy widow (Pauline Collins, no less) trying to wear down the defenses of curmudgeonly widower Nat. The comedy is chuckle-worthy at best and the drama predictable in the extreme, so we’re left to hold on to dear life to Pryce’s talent and the forced wish-fulfillment of the burgeoning JewishMuslim collaboration.

Not MPAA rated. One hour, 34 minutes.

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Oh ‘Mother’!

Ensemble treads water in ‘Mother’s Day’

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Garry Marshall’s nakedly formulaic ensemble comedy “Mother’s Day” — part of an antifranchise that includes Marshall’s holiday-themed ensemble comedies “Valentine’s Day” and “New Year’s Eve” — feels like something out of “The Twilight Zone.”

Why? Because it takes place in a strange alternate universe. A universe where adults behave like children and children behave like adults. A universe where a widowed single father would make

Julia Roberts and Jennifer Aniston star in “Mother’s Day.” good to his daughter by buying her a karaoke machine and then using it to victimize a captive audience with a rendition of Digital Underground’s “The Humpty Dance,” punctuated by breaking his leg. A universe where ev-

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Movies MOVIE TIMES All showtimes are for Friday to Sunday only unless otherwise noted.

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Movie times are subject to change. Call theaters for the latest.

A Hologram for the King (R) Century 20: 11:40 a.m., 2:35, 5:05, 7:35 & 10:15 p.m.

Guild Theatre: 2, 4:30 & 9:30 p.m. Fri. 6:55 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 7:05 p.m.

A Star Is Born (1954) (Not Rated) Century 16: Sun. 2 p.m. Century 20: Sun. 2 p.m.

A Streetcar Named Desire (1951) (PG) Stanford Theatre: 7:30 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 3:15 p.m.

Barbershop: The Next Cut (PG-13) Century 16: 10:30 a.m., 1:20, 4:20, 7:20 & 10:10 p.m. Century 20: 11:35 a.m., 2:25, 5:10, 8:05 & 10:45 p.m.

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (PG-13) +++1/2 Century 16: 7:05 & 10:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 12:10 & 3:35 p.m. Sun. 10:10 a.m.

Century 20: 12:10, 3:30, 6:55 & 10:15 p.m.

The Boss (R) Century 16: 10 a.m., 12:30, 3, 5:30, 8 & 10:30 p.m.

Century 20: 11:55 a.m., 2:40, 5:20, 8:10 & 10:45 p.m.

Compadres (Not Rated) Century 16: 10:35 a.m., 1:10, 4, 7:15 & 10 p.m.

Century 20: 11:05 a.m., 1:55, 4:50, 7:25 & 10:40 p.m.

Century 20: 10:10 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 4:25 p.m. Fri. & Sun. 11 a.m.

Criminal (R)

Deadpool (R) +++ Dough +1/2

Century 20: 7:20 p.m. Fri. 1:45 p.m.

Aquarius Theatre: 3:05, 5:20, 7:30 & 10 p.m.

Aquarius Theatre: 4:45 & 9:45 p.m.

Elvis & Nixon (R) +++

Everybody Wants Some (R) +++ Century 20: 9:10 p.m. Century 20: 9:10 p.m.

Eye in the Sky (R) Century 20: 10:45 a.m., 1:20, 4, 7:10 & 9:45 p.m.

Palo Alto Square: 1:30, 4:15 & 7 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 9:30 p.m.

Green Room (R) Century 16: 10:10 a.m., 12:35, 3:05, 5:40, 7:55 & 10:40 p.m.

Fri. & Sat. 12:05 a.m. Century 20: 11:45 a.m., 2:45, 5:30, 8:05 & 10:40 p.m.

The Huntsman: Winter’s War (PG-13) Century 16: 10:55 a.m., 12:20, 1:45, 3:10, 4:35, 6:10, 7:20, 9:20 & 10:45 p.m.

Century 20: 10:55 a.m., 12:15, 1:40, 3:10, 4:35, 6, 7:30, 9 & 10:30 p.m.

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The Jungle Book (PG) +++ Century 16: 10:05 & 11:30 a.m., 12:55, 2:30, 4:05, 5:25, 7, 8:30 & 9:55 p.m. In 3-D at 10:45 a.m., 12:15, 1:40, 3:15, 4:45, 6:15, 7:45, 9:15 & 10:45 p.m. Century 20: 10:40 a.m., noon, 1:20, 4:10, 7, 8:30 & 9:50 p.m. In 3-D at 12:45, 2:50, 3:35, 5:40 & 6:25 p.m. In X-D at 2:10 & 10:35 p.m. In X-D 3-D at 11:20 a.m., 5 & 7:50 p.m. In DBOX at 10:40 a.m., 1:20, 4:10, 7 & 9:50 p.m. In DBOX 3-D at 12:45, 3:35 & 6:25 p.m.

Keanu (R) 12:01 a.m.

Century 16: 10 a.m., 12:30, 3, 5:30, 7:50 & 10:25 p.m. Fri. & Sat. Century 20: 11:15 a.m., 2, 5, 7:40 & 10:25 p.m.

Marguerite (R) +++1/2

Aquarius Theatre: 2 & 7 p.m.

Metropolitan Opera: Elektra (Not Rated) Century 16: Sat. 9:55 a.m.

Century 20: Sat. 9:55 a.m. Palo Alto Square: Sat. 9:55 a.m.

Miles Ahead (R) +++

Century 16: 4:25 & 10:05 p.m. Fri. & Sun. 11 a.m.

Mother’s Day (PG-13) 1/2 Century 16: 10:25 a.m., 1:15, 4:15, 7:10 & 10:05 p.m.

Century 20: 10:45 a.m., 1:35, 4:30, 7:30 & 10:25 p.m.

On the Waterfront (1954) (Not Rated)

Stanford Theatre: 5:30 & 9:45 p.m.

Purple Rain (1984) (R) Century 16: 1:50 & 8 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 11:30 p.m.

Century 20: 12:05 & 8 p.m.

Ratchet & Clank (PG) Century 16: 10 a.m., 2:50 & 7:05 p.m. In 3-D at 12:25, 5:15 & 9:40 p.m. Century 20: 11 a.m., 4:15 & 7 p.m. In 3-D at 1:35 & 9:35 p.m.

Sing Street (PG-13) Century 20: 11:25 a.m., 2:15, 5:05, 7:45 & 10:35 p.m.

Palo Alto Square: 1:45, 4:30 & 7:15 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 9:45 p.m. Sat. 10:45 a.m.

Zootopia (PG) +++ Century 16: 11:15 a.m., 2, 4:50, 8:05 & 10:40 p.m.

Century 20: 1:30, 2:55, 4:15, 5:30, 7:05, 9:45 & 10:40 p.m. Fri. & Sun. 10:50 a.m.

+ Skip it ++ Some redeeming qualities +++ A good bet ++++ Outstanding

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mentioned widowed single father (Jason Sudeikis) and cheerily, eagerly press him, “What are your plans for Mother’s Day?” Now, listen, I love my mother in specific and mothers in general, but Mother’s Day in my world is not a manic week-long preoccupation.

But that’s the attitude you need to peddle if you’re Marshall and his team of screenwriters, the team required to craft Kate Hudson’s introductory line “I ate a whole coffee cake last night.”

The story built around this holiday feels even more like accelerated shuffle play than either of Marshall’s last two films, with scenes sometimes lasting less than thirty seconds as if to say, “Hey, don’t forget! Oscar winner Julia Roberts really is in this movie!”

She really is, playing HSN shill and “Shopped to the Top” author Miranda Collins. And J. Ro just might be a mother to one of the film’s other 12 main characters, though presumably not to sisters Jesse (Hudson) and Gabi (Sarah Chalke), who live right next door to each other and dread the visit of their mother Flo (Margo Martindale) and father Earl (Robert Pine), who gives a performance so broad I yearned to dropkick him out of the movie, lest the sisters have to reveal that they are, respectively, married to an Indian man (Aasif Mandvi) and a woman (Cameron Esposito).

Also kicking around the Atlanta of “Mother’s Day”: Jennifer Aniston’s Sandy, who’s jealously dismayed to discover her ex-husband (Timothy Olyphant, who really ought to get that squint checked out) has married a pretty young thing (Shay Mitchell) who Sandy’s children love; Britishborn stand-up comic Zack (Jack Whitehall) and baby-mama Kristin (Britt Robertson); and ... well, there’s more, but you really don’t want to know. Suffice it to say that Marshall acolytes won’t be disappointed: his mascot Hector Elizondo does show up, as Collins’ agent, in the latter-day Groucho drag of a beret and ever-present unlit prop cigar.

What to say about a product this artless? A movie so tone-deaf and awash in white privilege that it thinks it’s okay to merrily force Mandvi, as one of the film’s two significant characters of color, to lie on the ground in a wildly unfunny riff on police racism. A movie whose terms of endearment are to cram in as many “cute” central-casting kids and sunny, colorful close-ups as possible. A movie of mirthless sitcomedy and shameless synthetic sentiment. And a movie so far up its own posterior that it includes the threatening exchange “They made a womb float for Mother’s Day?” “I can’t wait to see what they do for Father’s Day!” Well, I can.

Rated P One hour minutes — Peter Canavese

G U I D E TO 2016 S U M M E R C A M P S FO R K I D S

n n o e C c t p i o m n a C FFor more information i f ti about b t these th camps, see our online li directory of camps at www.paloaltoonline.com/biz/summercamps/ To advertise in this weekly directory, call: 650.326.8210

Arts, Culture, Other Camps Art and Soul Summer Camps

Palo Alto

Summer Unplugged! Art, Cooking, Yoga and Mindfulness. Weekly full, morning or afternoon options. Walter Hays Elementary School. Kinder-Grade Seven. June 6 –July 22. Register online.

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Art, science and outdoor fun while building lasting innovation skills like how to embrace challenges and create without fear.

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Community School of Music and Arts (CSMA)

Mountain View

Athletics

Academics

J-Camp at the Oshman Family JCC

Palo Alto

Adventure awaits at J-Camp! With options for grades K-12 that fit every schedule and interest, you can mix and match camps to meet your family’s needs. Are you looking for well-rounded camp sessions that focus on variety and building friendships?

We’ve got you covered. Does your child have specific talents you’d like them to explore in depth? Send them our way. We’re looking forward to our best summer ever and want your family to be part of the experience!

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650.223.8622

Menlo School Sports Camps

Atherton

50+ creative camps for Gr. K-8! Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, Sculpture, Musical Theater, School of Rock, Digital Arts, more!

One- and two-week sessions; full and half-day enrollment.

Extended care available. Financial aid offered.

Menlo camps are designed for boys and girls grades 4–12 to learn from Knights coaches and staff. Join us this summer to develop skills, foster athleticism and promote sportsmanship in camps covering a range of sports — baseball, basketball, football, lacrosse, soccer and water polo.

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Environmental Volunteers Summer Camp

Palo Alto

Discover nature this summer at Explore! & Girls In Science summer day camps with the Environmental Volunteers in Palo Alto! Field trips, live animals, and hands-on science activities will bring nature alive to kids in grades 1-6. Register and learn more.

www.EVols.org/Explore

650.493.8000

Pacific Art League

Palo Alto

Dive into creativity this summer with 20 fun art camps! Animation, Digital Art, Photography, Book Arts, Ceramics, Painting and more!

Half- or full-day. Ages 9-17. Have fun, meet friends and make art!

www.pacificartleague.org

(650) 321-3891

Palo Alto Community Child Care (PACCC)

Palo Alto

PACCC summer camps offer campers, grades 1st to 6th, a wide variety of fun opportunities! We are excited to introduce two new camps to our lineup this year: Leaders in Training (L.I.T.) and PACCC Special Interest Units (S.I.U.). Returning favorites include F.A.M.E. (Fine Arts, Music and Entertainment), J.V. Sports and Operation: Chef! Periodic field trips, special visitors and many engaging camp activities, songs and skits round out the fun offerings of PACCC Summer Camps! Open to campers from all communities! Come join the fun in Palo Alto! Register online.

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650.493.2361

STANFORD EXPLORE: A Lecture Series on Biomedical Research

Stanford

EXPLORE biomedical science at Stanford! Stanford EXPLORE offers high schoolers the unique opportunity to learn from Stanford professors and graduate students about diverse topics in biomedical science, including bioengineProgramering, neurobiology, immunology and many others.

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Stanford Jazz Workshop

Stanford University

Week-long jazz immersion programs for young musicians in middle school (starts July 13), high school (July 19 and July 26), and college, as well as adults (August 2). All instruments and vocals.

stanfordjazz.org

TheatreWorks Summer Camps

Palo Alto

In these entertaining camps for grades K-5, students enjoy juggling, clowning, puppetry, playwriting, acting, improvisation, music, dance — and present their own original pieces at the end of each session.

www.theatreworks.org/learn/youth/summercamps

Athletics Hi-Five Sports Summer Camp

Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton, CA

Children enjoy up to 8 different team sports a week of outdoor fun and fundamentals. With over 25 years of experience and we are the best provider of youth recreational sports in the nation!

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Nike Tennis Camps

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Stanford University

Junior Overnight and Day Camps for boys & girls, ages 9-18 offered throughout June, July and August. Adult Weekend Clinics (June & Aug). Camps directed by Head Men’s Coach, Paul Goldstein, Head Women’s Coach, Lele Forood, and Associate Men’s and Women’s Coaches, Brandon Coupe and Frankie Brennan. Come join the fun and get better this summer!

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Stanford Baseball Camps

Stanford Campus

Stanford Baseball Camps have gained national recognition as the some of the finest in the country. These camps are designed to be valuable and beneficial for a wide range of age groups and skill sets. From the novice 7 year-old, to the Division 1, professionally skilled high school player, you will find a camp that fulfills your needs.

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Stanford Water Polo

650.723.4528

Stanford

Ages 7 and up. New to sport or have experience, we have a camp for you. Half day or fully day option for boys and girls. All the camps offer fundamental skill work, scrimmages and games.

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650.725.9016

Academics Alexa Café

Palo Alto High School

Girls ages 10-15 discover technology in a unique environment that celebrates creativity, philanthropy, and entrepreneurship.

Girls learn engineering principles, code games, design websites, model and print 3D objects, and much more.

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Bay Area Pathways Academy (BAPA)

1.844.788.1858

College of San Mateo

The Bay Area Pathways Academy(tm) (BAPA) is an enhanced new summer for students entering grades 6 to 9 which offers an exciting array of grade-appropriate academic classes, engaging enrichment classes and fun fitness and aquatics classes, including the opportunity to register for up to 3 two-week sessions.

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Twelve innovative majors to explore. 5th – 8th graders dive into a subject that inspires you. Design video games, engineer catapults, build go-karts, paint with electricity, create a delectable dish. Every week is a new opportunity to realize your personal vision.

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1.800.854.3684

Harker Summer Programs

San Jose

Harker summer programs for preschool – grade 12 children include opportunities for academics, arts, athletics and activities. Taught by exceptional, experienced faculty and staff, our programs offer something for everyone in a safe and supportive environment.

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408.553.5737

iD Tech Camps

Stanford

Students ages 7–17 can learn to code, design video games, mod Minecraft, engineer robots, model 3D characters, build websites, print 3D models, and more. Campers meet new friends, learn awesome STEM skills, and gain self-confidence.

www.iDTech.com

1.844.788.1858

iD Tech Mini

Palo Alto

At Palo Alto High School. Kids ages 6-9 can discover programming, game design, robotics, or graphic design. And with an emphasis on creativity, friendship, and exploration, every camper becomes a maker of fun. We’ve packed every halfday camp session with tons of tech awesomeness.

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iD Programming Academy

Stanford

At this two-week, overnight academy, students ages 13-18 explore advanced topics in programming, app development, electrical engineering, and robotics. Create an awesome portfolio, get industry insights, and gain a competitive advantage for college and future careers.

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iD Game Design and Development Academy

Stanford

At this two-week, overnight academy, students ages 13-18 explore advanced topics in 3D modeling and printing, video game design, programming, and level design. Create an awesome portfolio, get industry insights, and gain a competitive advantage for college and future careers.

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Mid-Peninsula High School Summer Session

Menlo Park

Mid-Pen’s Summer Session provides innovative, one-week courses that go beyond traditional high school curriculum. Our program offers students courses for summer enrichment and make up high school credits. We have designed creative courses in math, science, English, and Spanish, with options including Physics of Flight and Rocketry, History of the Reagan Years, College Essay Workshop, Creative Writing, Introduction to the Digital Arts, and Drama. Basketball and volleyball clinics suitable for beginning to advanced players. All high school students are welcome to attend. Dates are June 20th to July 21st. Classes are held from 9:30am–2:30pm. Visit our website for full class listings.

www.mid-pen.org

Write Now! Summer Writing Camps

650.321.1991

Palo Alto / Pleasanton

Improve your student’s writing skills this summer at Emerson School of Palo Alto and Hacienda School of Pleasanton.

Courses this year are Expository Writing, Creative Writing, and Presentation Techniques. Visit our website for more information.

www.headsup.org

Palo Alto

Casti Camp offers girls a range of age-appropriate activities including athletics, art, science, computers, writing, crafts, cooking, drama and music classes each day along with weekly field trips.

www.castilleja.org/summercamp

Galileo Summer Quest

Emerson: 650.424.1267 Hacienda: 925.485.5750

YMCA Summer Camps Throughout Silicon Valley At the Y, children and teens of all abilities acquire new skills, make friends, and feel that they belong. With hundreds of Summer Day Camps at 30+ locations plus Overnight Camps, you will find a camp that’s right for your family. Financial assistance is available.

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408.351.5473

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Home&Real Estate

OPEN HOME GUIDE 82 Also online at PaloAltoOnline.com

A weekly guide to home, garden and real estate news, edited by Elizabeth Lorenz

Home Front LOCAL BONSAI SHOW . . . The Kusamura Bonsai Club will hold its 56th Annual Show Saturday, April 30, from noon to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 1, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lucie Stern Community Center, 1305 Middlefield Road in Palo Alto.

There will be demonstrations both days at 1:30 p.m. Admission is free. Bonsai pots and trees will be for sale, as well as other bonsai-related items. Info: kusamurabonsai.org.

CULTIVATING SOIL HEALTH . . . The City of Menlo Park will host a free workshop on Saturday, May 7, from 9 a.m. to noon on “Composting for Healthy Soil & Water-Efficiency.”

The free workshop is designed to introduce homeowners, commercial property managers, landscape service providers, and others to the concepts of water-efficient and sustainable landscaping, such as composting methods for water efficiency, the nature of soil and how to build organically rich, fertile gardens.

Class size is limited. Info and to register: 650-349-3000 and menlopark.org/calendar.

ALL THAT FILOLI JAZZ . . .

Tickets for the annual Jazz at Filoli, which starts Father’s Day, June 19, go on sale in phases starting May 9 for the whole series, followed by May 16 for members and May 31 for the public. Info: filoli.org.

GARDEN OF EATIN’ . . . Palo Alto’s Common Ground will have its 10th annual Edible Garden Tour on July 23.

More details to follow. If you are interested in having your garden as part of the tour or you would like to volunteer, go to commongroundgarden.org. Q

The small neighborhood of Monroe Park, tucked behind El Camino Real and the Elks Club, often spends time protecting itself from cutthrough traffic caused by new office and housing developments along El Camino Real and San Antonio Road. Linnea Wickstrom, shown here, is a 40-year resident of the neighborhood. She says residents have had to learn to be vocal because the neighborhood often feels like it’s last on the list for community upgrades.

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s a tight-knit community along the border of Los Altos, the Monroe Park neighborhood, located on the edge of South Palo Alto between Adobe Creek, El Camino Real and Del Medio and Silva avenues, keeps close despite the city’s ever-changing urban landscape.

The small neighborhood tucked behind the landmark Dinah’s often spends time protecting itself from cut-through traffic caused by new office and housing developments along El Camino Real and San Antonio Road.

The neighborhood has had to learn to be vocal, according to 40-year resident Linnea Wickstrom, because the neighborhood often feels like it’s last on the list for community upgrades (continued on page 39)

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449 Monroe Drive, a home in the Monroe Park neighborhood in Palo Alto, was built in 1900.

Veronica Weber

Send notices of news and events related to real estate, interior design, home improvement and gardening to Home Front, Palo Alto Weekly, P.O. Box 1610, Palo Alto, CA 94302, or email elorenz@ paweekly.com. Deadline is one week before publication.

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LOCAL LANDSCAPES . . .

Visit gardens thriving in spite of continued water restrictions on Saturday, May 7, at the 2016 California Landscape Contractors Association’s San Francisco Bay Area Garden Tour.

Gardens will showcase creative models of livable space in the landscape. The tour, which will travel by bus from Peninsula Building Materials, 2490 Charleston Road, Mountain View, is $45 for members and $55 for non-members. Info: Julie Davis at julie@harrislandscaping.com, 650-391-3039 or clca.org.

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Home & Real Estate HOME SALES

Home sales are provided by California REsource, a real estate information company that obtains home sale data from local county recorders’ offices.

Information is recorded from deeds after the close of escrow and published within four to eight weeks.

Atherton

37 Ringwood Ave. C. Pickett to Patel Trust for $3,700,000 on 03/23/16; built 1952, 6bd, 3,460 sq. ft.; previous sale 08/24/2015, $3,480,000

East Palo Alto

967 Garden St. A. McLaughlin to P. & R. Steiner for $750,000 on 03/23/16; built 1949, 2bd, 890 sq. ft.; previous sale 08/17/2015, $678,000

Los Altos

754 Edge Lane EE-CALL Limited to Gollnick Trust for $2,020,000 on 04/11/16; built 1963, 2bd, 953 sq. ft.; previous sale 04/24/1991, $92,055 35 Los Altos Square N. Walsh to Snow Trust for $1,485,000 on 03/28/16; built 1964, 2bd, 1,444 sq. ft.; previous sale 10/11/2013, $1,117,000 41 Los Altos Square Snow Trust to D. & E. Snow for $1,350,000 on 03/28/16; built 1964, 2bd, 1,444 sq. ft.

955 Stanley Ave. C. Wang to J. Thaysen for $3,800,000 on 04/08/16; built 2004, 4bd, 3,597 sq. ft.; previous sale 06/04/2009, $1,313,500

Los Altos Hills

12645 La Cresta Drive Davey Trust to J. & K. Clendenin for $2,975,000 on 04/08/16; built 1960, 4bd, 2,654 sq. ft.

Menlo Park

747 16th Ave. Tui Trust to Wong Trust for $802,000 on 03/22/16; built 1954, 2bd, 740 sq.ft; previous sale 04/23/2010, $380,500 2098 Manzanita Ave. Minami Trust to S. Satvatmanesh for $1,200,000 on 03/24/16; built 1953, 3bd, 1,090 sq. ft.

1040 Menlo Oaks Drive Chandler Trust to N. Hasson for $1,600,000 on 03/22/16; built 1938, 2bd, 1,560 sq. ft.

27 Nancy Way S. & Y. Widdicombe to E. & L. Zacharias for $2,350,000 on 03/22/16; built 1954, 2bd, 1,520 sq. ft.; previous sale 02/28/1991, $395,000 8 Reyna Place J. & D. McCool to Kilgore Trust for $6,172,500 on 03/24/16; built 2005, 4bd, 6,159 sq. ft.; previous sale 04/30/2009, $4,250,000 890 Ringwood Ave. T. Simon to A. Rabodzey for $3,140,000 on 03/23/16; built 1949, 3bd, 2,110 sq .ft.

185 Santa Margarita Ave. P. & J. Snyder to R. Taneja for $2,600,000 on 03/23/16; built 1948, 4bd, 2,210 sq. ft; previous sale 04/23/1996, $379,000 25 Willow Road #48 Luke Trust to C. Chen for $880,000 on 03/22/16; built 1976, 2bd, 960 sq. ft.; previous sale 07/01/1987, $140,000

Mountain View

128 Ada Ave. #23 Y. Lin to Y. Wu for $1,025,000 on 04/12/16; built 1990, 2bd, 1,353 sq. ft.; previous sale 08/21/2013, $746,000 217 Ada Ave. #51 Motto Trust to H. & K. Schmidtke for $1,500,000 on 03/28/16; built 1983, 3bd, 2,009 sq. ft.; previous sale 12/03/1999, $440,000 783 Alice Ave. Jensen Trust to Filin Trust for $1,235,000 on 04/11/16; built 1947, 3bd, 1,197 sq. ft.

1067 Brighton Place Marshall Trust to M. Claeys for $2,099,000 on 04/07/16; built 1954, 3bd, 1,225 sq. ft.; previous

sale 04/03/2012, $1,151,000 192 Darya Court #39 R. Chaware to S. & S. Vesurai for $1,250,000 on 04/08/16; built 2008, 3bd, 1,843 sq. ft.; previous sale 08/26/2008, $808,000 489 Emmons Drive E. Lozada to A. & D. Koch for $1,550,000 on 04/08/16; built 1954, 3bd, 1,137 sq. ft.; previous sale 05/30/2012, $910,000 2611 Fairview Drive N. Devsharma to X. Liu for $1,230,000 on 04/12/16; built 2013, 2bd, 1,296 sq. ft.

2554 Katrina Way J. & S. Hughes to B. & E. Lee for $2,685,000 on 04/08/16; built 1966, 4bd, 2,739 sq. ft.; previous sale 12/07/1999, $832,500 2363 Lida Drive G. Lian to D. Kaye for $2,305,000 on 03/29/16; built 1956, 3bd, 1,515 sq. ft.; previous sale 08/01/2014, $1,250,000 221 North Rengstorff Ave. #5 M. Ede to Y. Chan for $1,000,000 on 04/11/16; built 1979, 2bd, 1,518 sq. ft.; previous sale 04/20/2011, $540,000 550 Ortega Ave. #A314 Mikkelsen Trust to M. Amjed for $680,000 on 04/08/16; built 1992, 1bd, 811 sq. ft.

181 Ortega Ave. Beal-Botello Trust to J. Wang for $1,400,000 on 04/07/16; built 1978, 3bd, 1,755 sq. ft.

1960 San Ramon Ave. Acumentum Penny Lane to S. Kim for $1,265,000 on 04/06/16; built 2002, 3bd, 1,196 sq. ft.

223 Vincent Drive Nuckolls Trust to H. Sue for $2,140,000 on 03/29/16; built 1947, 3bd, 1,536 sq. ft.; previous sale 08/18/1999, $615,000 3439 Woodstock Lane J. Haller to H. Lau for $2,411,000 on 04/11/16; built 1964, 4bd, 2,222 sq. ft.; previous sale 09/09/2009, $1,200,000

Palo Alto

2124 Cornell St. B. & V. Ferguson to Aware US Investments for $4,120,000 on 04/11/16; built 2007, 5bd, 3,583 sq. ft.; previous sale 08/31/2000, $650,000 2271 Cowper St. Flintlock Trust to Y. Hao for $3,300,000 on 04/08/16; built 1930, 3bd, 1,756 sq. ft.; previous sale 08/20/2004, $1,500,000 1091 Emerson St. H. & M. Saltin to D. Zhao for $6,198,000 on 04/07/16; built 2013, 5bd, 5,043 sq. ft.; previous sale 08/13/2013, $3,800,000 561 Kelly Way J. & W. McCain to Y. Zhu for $2,265,000 on 03/28/16; built 1950, 4bd, 1,520 sq. ft.

3879 Magnolia Drive Gao Trust to D. Chen for $3,200,000 on 04/11/16; built 2013, 4bd, 2,293 sq. ft.; previous sale 11/10/2011, $1,080,000 320 Poe St. J. Donovan to E. Hou for $1,610,000 on 03/28/16; built 1976, 2bd, 1,638 sq. ft.

3718 Redwood Circle Vician Trust to K. Giesing for $2,135,000 on 04/07/16; built 1952, 3bd, 1,382 sq. ft.

922 Van Auken Circle Courreges Trust to H. Xue for $2,280,000 on 04/12/16; built 1951, 3bd, 1,080 sq. ft.; previous sale 10/19/1987, $235,000 2460 West Bayshore Road #1 A. Toulme to S. & V. Ramia for $737,000 on 04/12/16; built 1972, 2bd, 906 sq. ft.; previous sale 06/01/2011, $370,000

Portola Valley

12 Berenda Way Foley Trust to M. Staehelin for $2,350,000 on 03/22/16; built 1949, 2bd, 1,680 sq. ft.; previous sale 04/13/2010, $1,450,000

Woodside

11169 La Honda Road I. & C. Schrijver to Klein Trust for $1,250,000 on 03/24/16; previous sale 10/31/2003, $987,500 245 Lindenbrook Road M. & H.

Depatie to Underwood Trust for $6,800,000 on 03/22/16; built 1992, 6bd, 6,890 sq. ft.; previous sale 05/15/1997, $4,200,000 115 Romero Road Rappaport Trust to Sandell Trust for $7,400,000 on 03/21/16; built 1998, 4bd, 3,990 sq. ft.; previous sale 06/15/2010, $4,475,000

BUILDING PERMITS Palo Alto

946 N. California Ave. replace water heater 180 El Camino Real, #1060 plan revision to defer submittal for storage racks 1776 Waverley St. replace furnace closet 529 Bryant St. plan revision for end-of-life equipment associated racks, trays and electrical work 3580 La Mata Way re-roof, $16,200 2088 Edgewood Drive replace existing water heater in the garage 1730 Embarcadero Road plan revision to add electrical for site lighting 1015 Cowper St. replace furnace 456 Grant Ave. gas-leak repair 2260 South Court revision to plans for re-piping 3408 Cowper St. gas-leak repair 470 Martinsen Court re-roof, $14,000 170 Hawthorne Ave. gas line from meter to gas range and clothes dryer.

1501 California Ave. plan revision to add additional deferred submittals 850 Webster St. plan revision for accessibility signage, automatic door devices, revised toilet room doors 471 Margarita Ave. plan revision to relocate and replace seven meters and electrical panels 4131 Willmar Drive mount solar system 4161 El Camino Way interior non-structural demolition 3236 Morris Drive re-roof house, $11,516 1440 Hamilton Ave. install track lighting and two hanging decorative light fixtures on dimmers 649 Arastradero Road relocate furnace and AC and duct work 971 Addison Ave. re-roof, $24,880 519 Saint Caire Drive demolish single-family house 1501 California Ave. plan revision to stairs 3284 Greer Road 265 sf addition and 274 sf remodel: includes a tankless water heater, $75,911 1018 Fulton St. backyard reconstruction with new paving and gas line to the garage and bbq, $45,000 3467 Ramona St. demolish single-family house 455 Margarita Ave. plan revision to show downspout location and add pop up emitter.

3911 Grove Ave. replace residential sewer and water line 3120 Flowers Lane re-roof, $16,625 415 Middlefield Road sewer work: install pipe connecting to existing city clean out in planter strip 519 Saint Claire Drive demolish 400 sf detached garage 769 Loma Verde Ave. 500 sf remodel of kitchen and bathroom, $20,000 2108 Bellview Drive install Level 2 car charger 1645 Escobita Ave. plan revision to remove wall in master bedroom and install access door to storage room 966 Clara Drive temporary power 423 University Ave. plan revision: new exterior trash enclosure and two exterior storage

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SALES AT A GLANCE Atherton

Mountain View

Total sales reported: 1 Sales price: $3,700,000

Total sales reported: 15 Lowest sales price: $680,000 Highest sales price: $2,685,000 Average sales price: $1,585,000

East Palo Alto

Total sales reported: 1 Sales price: $750,000

Palo Alto

Los Altos

Total sales reported: 4 Lowest sales price: $1,350,000 Highest sales price: $3,800,000 Average sales price: $2,163,750

Los Altos Hills

Total sales reported: 1 Sales price: $2,975,000

Menlo Park

Portola Valley

Total sales reported: 1 Sales price: $2,350,000

Woodside

Total sales reported: 8 Lowest sales price: $802,000 Highest sales price: $6,172,500 Average sales price: $2,343,000 rooms 1421 Emerson St. plan revision: add inverter location and model, disconnect A/C 3575 La Mata Way plan revision to repair termite damage and dry rot, replace three window headers, add weep screen 3895 Fabian Way replace 60 sf of stucco and 15 sf of lap siding for exploratory work, $5,000 3686 Louis Road water-heater replacement 1020 Ramona St. re-roof house, $16,043 180 El Camino Real, #1240 The North Face: electrical permit for exterior signage and topographic signage 1020 Ramona St. re-roof detached garage, $2,070 551 Lytton Ave. add 145 sf storage loft above the master bedroom, $8,000 4151 Middlefield Road plan revision to change structural detail for exterior canopy 380 Edlee Ave. water heater replacement 1143 Bryant St. install conduit from electric meter on house to cottage 1629 Mariposa Ave. install rooftop solar system 403 University Ave. commercial: install two illuminated cabinet signs, $2,010 3223 Bryant St. replace tank water heater 805 Los Trancos Road install rooftop solar system 180 University Ave. replace three existing A/C 712 Garland Drive replace tankless water heater 180 Hamilton Ave. plan revision to defer submittal for the approval of roof screening color and size of diameter in the perforated metal facade 3170 Porter Drive plan revision for deferred buckling restrained bracing 2431 Bryant St. install EV car charger 3845 Mumford Place submit green building sheet for approval 891 Loma Verde Ave. replace the water line 635 Emerson St. replace two air handlers 101 Alma St., #1108 20 sf bathroom remodel includes tub, $2,300 1117 California Ave. use and occupancy for new tenant Symphony Communication Services LLC to occupy 32,245 sf 3655 Middlefield Road plan revision to foundation to add shear wall and show/correct utility locations, and relocate gas stub out for outdoor fire pit.

3397 Ramona St. replace water heater 825 Fielding Drive relocate gas line

Total sales reported: 9 Lowest sales price: $737,000 Highest sales price: $6,198,000 Average sales price: $2,871,000

Total sales reported: 3 Lowest sales price: $1,250,000 Highest sales price: $7,400,000 Average sales price: $5,150,000

262 Kingsley Ave. plan clarification of structural and ejector pump housing 3031 Ross Road re-roof, $11,480 325 El Carmelo Ave. re-roof, $7,800 754 San Carlos Court install 75 gallon gas water heater, gas 918 Bryant St. install vent at roof, $800 3137 Genevieve Court 452 sf addition and associated remodel, $73,089 4082 Second St. 950 sf remodel, 250 sf bath remodel, and 133 sf addition. Includes electric and gas-service upgrade, $250,000 101 Alma St., #1205 remodel entire 1,775 sf unit: partition walls, cabinets, lighting, electrical, complete non-structural refinish, eliminate bedroom, $225,000 4147 Byron St. multifamily residential re-roof, $20,000 3648 Evergreen Drive 256 sf remodel of three bathrooms and 594 sf remodel of two bedrooms and laundry room, $80,000 421 Matadero Ave. mount solar system 3200 Hillview Ave. new electrical panel and receptacles 684 Wellsbury Way plan revision of structural framing.

3397 Ramona St. replace water heater 1444 Edgewood Drive electrical service upgrade 365 Forest Ave. replace ground-floor-lobby lighting and failing emergency light 988 Lawrence Lane re-roof, $15,000 345 Kellogg Ave. sewer replacement via trench on property only 3711 Starr King Circle pool demolition and associated equipment 901 California Ave. plan revision structural to roof screening 3188 Ross Road replace 48 sf shower stall, install bathroom fan and update outlets, $4,925 195 Page Mill Road, suite 102 10,310 sf tenant improvement and use and occupancy for new tenant Wavefront on first floor: construction of office spaces, four conference rooms, one break room, three private offices and six phone rooms, storage and server room, and large open office area, $851,400 2133 Webster St. new pool and associated equipment, $100,000 2131 Barbara Drive new 361 sf detached pergola, outdoor kitchen, $30,000 3724 Redwood Circle re-roof, $8,819 742 Ashby Drive remodel 108 sf in two bathrooms, $40,000 370 George Hood Lane 160 sf kitchen remodel, $20,000

530 University Ave. 3000 sf interior non-structural demolition 873 Clara Drive temporary power 180 El Camino Real plan revision to defer stair submittal 170 Hawthorne Ave. replace fire-damaged floor and joist, damaged sheetrock, rewire two outlets, $2,650 180 El Camino Real plan revisions to base building and exterior facade 345 Hamilton Ave. 600 sf remodel includes demolishing office spaces, $45,000 3400 Hillview Ave., Bldg. 5 Nest: install three RF shield rooms, $30,000 2040 Edgewood Drive 479 sf single-story addition and 100 sf remodel, $85,539 2844 Ramona St. 750 sf interior remodel: relocate/remodel kitchen, relocate laundry room and new furnace, $45,000 796 Clara Drive replace furnace, $2,756 180 El Camino Real plan revision to defer roof joist placement 180 El Camino Real plan revision to defer roof joist placement.

741 Chimalus Drive replace furnace 3489 Cowper St. 43 sf addition and 150 sf kitchen remodel, $94,000 174 University Ave. use and occupancy for Vizavoo Salon 441 E. Meadow Drive electrical to new 110 sf shed 3410 Kenneth Drive replace windows, $6,000 410 Sheridan Ave., #222 replace damaged framing and stucco, replace two windows, $13,000 180 El Camino Real, #1145 plan revision of facade material 737 Loma Verde Ave., #5 replace water heater 1651 Page Mill Road plan revision for control environment 59 Tulip Lane plan revision for module layout and quantity 180 El Camino Real, #1220 electrical permit for four illuminated signs 2911 Simkins Court plan revision to add recessed lights, ceiling lights and recessed exhaust fans.

840 San Antonio Ave. install electrical for new point of sale equipment 79 Roosevelt Circle replace main breaker 4384 Miller Court remodel 60 sf master bathroom: relocate washer/dryer, furnace and water heater, $7,999

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CHILDCARE AND PRESCHOOLS (NEARBY): Children’s Corner, 97 Hillview Ave., Los Altos; Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School, 450 San Antonio Road, Palo Alto; Preschool Family, 4120 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto; Tiny Tots Preschool, 647 N. San Antonio Road, Los Altos FIRE STATION: No. 5, 600 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto LIBRARY: Mitchell Park branch, 3700 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto LOCATION: bounded by Adobe Creek, El Camino Real and Mountain View borders (near Silva Avenue) NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION: Monroe Park Neighborhood Association, Linnea Wickstrom, president, ljwickstrom@ comcast.net PARKS: Monroe Park, Monroe Drive and Miller Avenue; Robles Park, on Park Blvd. between Meadow Drive and Tennessee Lane POST OFFICE: Cambridge, 265 Cambridge Ave., Palo Alto PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Los Altos School District -- Santa Rita Elementary School, Egan Junior High School; Mountain ViewLos Altos Union High School District -- Los Altos High School; Santa Clara County Office of Education -- Bullis Charter School (K-8) SHOPPING: San Antonio Shopping Center, Mountain View; California Avenue, Palo Alto

The recent renovations to its neighborhood park and namesake, Monroe Park, and the neighborhood’s access to transportation, its walkability, and easy access to three downtown areas — California Avenue in Palo Alto, Castro Street in Mountain View and Main Street in Los Altos — are a draw for current and prospective residents.

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Although nearby construction is causing a temporary annoyance for residents, there are plenty of reasons other than its proximity to Mountain View and Los Altos that home buyers choose Monroe Park over other Palo Alto neighborhoods.

Fifteen-year resident Deirdre Crommie says the mix of young families and retirees living in homes on large lots on the neighborhood’s tree-lined streets is what initially drew her to the community.

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ing. Residents are engaged in local politics and advocate for this neighborhood. (There is also) easy biking and walking access to shopping and restaurants.”

The recent renovations to its neighborhood park and namesake, Monroe Park,

and the neighborhood’s access to transportation, recreation venues like the Elks Club and the JCC are also a draw, says Crommie, as is the neighborhood’s walkability (with a score in the 60s) and easy access to three downtown areas -- California Avenue in Palo Alto, Castro Street in Mountain View and Main Street in Los Altos. She points out, however, that school-aged children are often at a disadvantage and the community occasionally gets overlooked by local government when decisions are made.

“Although our kids are in the Los Altos School District,” she says, “they do not get priority access to summer camps in Los Altos. We are a tiny segment of the Los Altos School District, so we have to fight extra hard for our interests, especially when to comes to safe routes to school and drawing boundaries for school attendance. We have a lot of new development surrounding this small neighborhood with the redevel-

opment of the Palo Alto bowling alley into dense housing, a larger hotel and the new development along San Antonio and El Camino Real. Also, we straddle two communities, Palo Alto and Los Altos, with our interests sometimes ignored by both.”

Still the traditional neighborhood block party each summer, and holidays like Halloween, as well as the political savviness of its residents make the small enclave special.

“We are an interesting neighborhood,” Crommie said, “as we vote for the Palo Alto City Council and the Los Altos School Board. That keeps us well-informed on many issues and in a unique perspective to understand how two cities work. Yet, living on the border of each city, we can, at times, be marginalized. Thus, we need to work hard as a community to advocate for our park, streets and neighborhood’s walkability to schools, and protection from development. We do not take things for granted in this neighborhood.” Q

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PROFESSORVILLE CRAFTSMAN 1012 High Street, Palo Alto | 1012high.com

PROFESSORVILLE 1143 Bryant Street, Palo Alto

Offered at $2,495,000 Beds 2 | Baths 1 | Home Âą1,008 sf | Lot Âą5,250 sf

Offered at $3,498,000. %W MW 7EPI -RXIVMSV *MVI (EQEKI Beds 4 | Baths 3.5 | Home Âą2,767 sf | Lot Âą7,500 sf | Cottage Âą511 sf

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 2â&#x20AC;&#x201C;4 PM ATHERTON ESTATE 393 Atherton Avenue, Atherton | 393atherton.com

OLD PALO ALTO 159 Coleridge Avenue, Palo Alto | 159coleridge.com

Price Reduced to $8,998,000 Beds 5 | Baths 9 | Home Âą7,649 sf | Lot Âą1 acre

Offered at $6,498,000 Beds 5 | Baths 4.5 | Home Âą4,600 sf | Lot Âą7,500 sf

SALE PENDING WEST ATHERTON FAMILY COMPOUND OPPORTUNITY 75 Reservoir Road, Atherton | 75reservoir.com

PROFESSORVILLE 1115 Ramona Street, Palo Alto | 1115ramona.com

Offered at $9,950,000 Beds 4 | Baths 3 | Home Âą2,740 sf | Lot Âą3.2 acres

Offered at $5,995,000 Beds 6 | Baths 3.5 | Home Âą3,500 sf | Lot Âą9,188 sf

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Noelle Queen, Sales Associate 650.427.9211 noelle.queen@dreyfussir.com 0MGIRWI 2S Downtown Palo Alto 728 Emerson St, Palo Alto 650.644.3474

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Downtown Menlo Park 640 Oak Grove Ave, Menlo Park 650.847.1141

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1020 Windermere Avenue, Menlo Park Offered at $1,298,000 Updated Home in Convenient Neighborhood Teeming with fine updates, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home of 1,540 sq. ft. (per county) displays picturesque charm and occupies a lot of 5,750 sq. ft. (per county). Tasteful features add elegance to the beautifully remodeled interior, and other highlights include abundant storage, a fireplace, and a stylish kitchen. The home also includes a private backyard with spacious entertaining areas, and a garage with overhead storage. Stroll to bus services, local shopping, and Flood Park, and enjoy easy access to exceptional schools.

For more information, please contact: ®

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144 Kellogg Avenue, Palo Alto

Charming Classic Bungalow

Located in the heart of prestigious Old Palo Alto. Wonderful 2 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow with private fairy tale garden. Near top-rated Palo Alto schools, Gamble Gardens, Stanford University, Town & Country Shopping Center and Downtown Palo Alto. â&#x20AC;˘ 2 bedrooms / 1 bathroom â&#x20AC;˘ Âą976sf home on Âą5000sf lot â&#x20AC;˘ Walter Hayes, Jordan and Palo Alto High School

Dana van Hulsen LICENSE#: 01749772

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Offered at $1,849,000 www.144Kellogg.com

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This colorful bungalow has been expanded and remodeled, creating a personalized home with obvious attention to quality and detail. A hand-crafted redwood boardwalk leads to the front door where you step onto solid Brazilian walnut floors. Enjoy cooking and socializing in the well-equipped custom kitchen. A personal retreat, the back yard is party-ready with a custom redwood deck, gas fire-pit with glass stones and a gazebo for dining in the shade.

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26861 Purissima Road, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 This magnificent estate home is a brilliantly designed Los Altos Hills property on nearly one acre of land. Comprising of 6 spacious bedrooms and 4½ bathrooms, the sprawling mansion utilizes every inch of its 6,108 sq. ft. dimensions showcasing exquisite beauty. Ornate details abound, with stunning architectural features and designer finishes, including its Travertine entry steps and floors, and elegant atmospheric lighting.

Within the grandeur of the majestic foyer, a dramatic spiral staircase draws the eye, illuminated by a sophisticated chandelier which offers ambient lighting from high above the entranceway.

Shawn Ansari Gary and Robert Real Estate Team

408.529.4574 sansari@interorealestate.com www.shawnansari.com Lic. No.01088988

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A Luxury Collection By Intero Real Estate Services

700 King’s Mountain Road, Woodside

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Ano Nuevo Scenic Ranch, Davenport

$24,800,000

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Listing Provided by: David Kelsey, Tom Dallas, Greg Goumas Lic.#01242399, 00709019, 01878208

Listing Provided by: Albert Garibaldi & Natasha Green Lic.#01321299 & #01409216

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11627 Dawson Drive, Los Altos Hills

91 Selby Lane, Atherton

291 Atherton Avenue, Atherton

$18,950,000

$14,900,000

$14,688,000

Listing Provided by: David Kelsey, Tom Dallas, Lic.#01242399, 00709019

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$13,895,000

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$11,488,000

Listing Provided by: David Troyer, Lic.#01234450

Listing Provided by: Dan Kroner, Lic.#01790340

Listing Provided by: Greg Goumas & John Reece, Lic.#01878208 & 00838479

245 Mountain Wood Lane, Woodside

40 Firethorn Way, Portola Valley

2991 Alexis Drive, Palo Alto

$7,250,000

$6,888,000

$5,950,000

Listing Provided by: David Kelsey, Lic.#01242399

Listing Provided by: Greg Goumas, Lic.#01878208

Listing Provided by: Tom Rollett, Lic.#01383194

1100 Mountain Home Rd.,Woodside

26861 Purissima Road, Los Altos Hills

1250 Miramontes Street, Half Moon Bay

$5,850,000

$5,800,000

$2,800,000

Listing Provided by: David Kelsey, Tom Dallas, Lic.#01242399, 00709019

Listing Provided by: Shawn Ansari Lic.#01088988

Listing Provided by: Dana Cappiello, Lic.#01343305

See our entire luxury collection at www.InteroPrestigio.com ©2016 Intero Real Estate Services Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate and a wholly owned subsidiary of HomeServices of America, Inc. All rights reserved.

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859GARLAND.COM NUMBERS Offered at $2,998,000 Home: 2,080 sq ft Lot: 7,154 sq ft 4 Bedrooms 3 Baths OVERVIEW Custom Rebuild 2016 Outdoor Entertainment Area High End Finishes AMENITIES Walk to Community Center: Rinconada Park, Children’s Library, and more Walk to Midtown Shopping

CHRIS MOGENSEN

Tree Lined Street

650. 924.1834 chris@zanemac.com CalBRE#01704390

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2156 Gordon Avenue, Menlo Park This wonderful, traditional style 2-story home, built in 1995 is in a quiet area in west Menlo Park, and conveniently located above the Alameda in the “Dutch Goose, Lulu’s and Luttiken’s area”.

• 4 Bedrooms & 3 Bathrooms • High soaring ceilings in living room & most rooms • 3,106 Sq Ft.* • Separate formal dining area & family kitchen with breakfast nook • Wonderful, private backyard with room to BBQ, dine & entertain outdoors • Patio/Deck/Arbor & Garden on a nice 6,000 Sq Ft lot.* • Large Master Suite located in rear of the home • 3-car garage

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SEAN FOLEY YOUR ADVOCATE IN EVERY TRANSACTION!

Homes, Estates & Investment Properties Direct: 650-529-2486 | Cell: 650-207-6005 SeanFoleyCB@gmail.com 2969 Woodside Road, Woodside Cal BRE 00870112

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950 Cloud Avenue, Menlo Park Offered at $1,998,000 Picturesque Home Reveals Modern Updates Flaunting stylish upgrades, this charming 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home of 1,730 sq. ft. (per county) stands on a lot of 5,500 sq. ft. (per county) and includes numerous sustainable features. Crown molding, Lutron lighting, and hardwood floors adorn the interior, which offers a remodeled kitchen, a flexible bedroom/media room, and a spacious master suite. The enchanting outdoor retreat holds a fireplace and a barbecue, while the garage provides a converted play space.

Enjoy strolling to local dining, everyday conveniences, and terrific Las Lomitas schools (buyer to verify eligibility).

For more information, please contact: ®

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609 OREGON AVENUE, PALOHomeA&LTO Real Estate

OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1:30-4:30

Rare opportunity to own in Old Palo Alto

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ovely curb appeal is the first impression of this sweet 2 bedroom/1 bath home with den. A welcoming front porch leads to the entry, opening to a sunny living dining room that features hardwood floors and a brick-faced fireplace.

Built-in display/book shelves with storage cabinets flank the front windows, and the view of the sheltered front yard can be enjoyed from the window seat. Lovely back yard as well.

The kitchen is appointed with easy-care laminate counters topped by recently refurbished cabinets. The focal point is the vintage 6-burner gas Wedgewood stove/oven.

Just moments to acclaimed Walter Hays Elementary, Jordan Middle and Palo Alto High School! Stanford University is close, as is Caltrain. Enjoy nearby California Avenue shops and restaurants and convenient shopping in Midtown. Very walkable and bike-friendly.

Living Area: 992 sq. ft. (Per County Records, unverified) Lot Size: 5,211 sq. ft. (Per City of Palo Alto Parcel Report, unverified) Maximum Floor Area: 2,313, sq. ft. (Per City of Palo Alto Parcel Report, unverified)

Offered at $ 1,595,000

www.609Oregon.com

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200 Arlington Way, Menlo Park Offered at $3,498,000 Private Property Enjoys Desirable Setting Boasting a sought-after setting in Menlo Oaks, this gated 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom home of 2,290 sq. ft. (per county) stands on flat, buildable grounds of approx. 0.73 acres (per county) with allowable MFA of 9,000 sq. ft., ideal for expansion. This peaceful home is surrounded by stately trees, and provides a fireplace, hardwood floors, and flexible bedrooms. The property also offers spacious yards and versatile detached spaces that include an additional half bath.

Stroll to bus services, the Peninsula School, Laurel Elementary (API 927) and Menlo-Atherton High (buyer to verify eligibility).

For more information, please contact: ®

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Southern Charm and Cape Cod Style in Woodside 280 Ridgeway Road | Woodside | Offered at $5,495,000

Just Listed – Open Sunday 1:30-4:30pm

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ou’ll want to come home to this wonderfully private retreat located conveniently close to local shopping, schools and commuter-friendly I-280 freeway access. A decorator’s dream with an eye toward capturing a combination of Southern warmth and traditional design, the approximately 4,735 sf home (including attached 2-car garage) has a highly appealing main floor layout with interconnecting kitchen, family and dining rooms, a high-ceilinged living room and a 3-bedroom living wing. A unique upstairs master suite, complete with a spacious bedroom, mezzanine lounge, lightfilled walk-in closet and large marble-adorned master bathroom, looks out over the nearly one acre of artistically-landscaped grounds which include a pool framed by spectacular rose gardens and an appealing mature vineyard. This property a must-see! www.280Ridgeway.com Page 64 • April 29, 2016 • Palo Alto Weekly • www.PaloAltoOnline.com

#1 Agent Team 2013, 2014, 2015 in Woodside/PV office

HELEN & BRAD MILLER

(650) 400-3426 (650) 400-1317

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770 Mayview Avenue, Palo Alto Offered at $3,798,000 Surprising New Home in Private Setting Tucked away in prime South Palo Alto, this gated, brand-new 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home of 3,553 sq. ft. (per permit) stands on a lot of approx. 0.3 acres (per survey). The striking cedar-andstucco exterior conceals an interior outfitted with 11-foot ceilings, Lutron lighting, and European oak floors. Highlights include a fireplace, two master suites, and an open floorplan. Enjoy strolling to Mitchell Park Library, Mitchell and Ramos Parks, and exceptional schools like Fairmeadow Elementary (API 953) and JLS Middle (API 943) (buyer to verify eligibility).

For more information, please contact: ®

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24890 Tiare Lane LOS ALTOS HILLS

Open House Saturday & Sunday April 30 & May 1, 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Dramatic Contemporary with Resort Living » Main home features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms with approximately 4,210 square feet of living space » Spacious guest house offers approximately 1,584 square feet with an additional 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, recreation area, and full kitchen » Signature 50-foot, barrel-vaulted skylight with remotecontrolled shades » Pool, hot tub, sport court, putting green, and golf practice area » Private gated lane on approximately 1.3 acres » Just over one mile to the Village » Top-rated Los Altos schools

$4,680,000 For more information, visit lemieuxRE.com

Tom LeMieux

Jennifer Bitter Liske

650.465.7459 tom@lemieuxRE.com License #01066910

650.308.4401 jennifer@lemieuxRE.com License #01847627

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JUST LISTED | By Appointment Only

72 Magnolia Drive ATHERTON

Fantastic Lindenwood Home » Complete home renovation in 2004 plus more recent remodeling

» Pool and spa

» 5 bedrooms, office, and 4.5 baths

» Beautifully landscaped with a parterre herb garden, rose gardens, and level lawn

» Fitness center area, customized office, and media room

» Almost one acre (approx. 40,454 sq. ft.)

» Approx. 6,000 sq. ft. of living space

» Sought-after Lindenwood neighborhood

» Tremendous maker’s workshop with half-bath; approx. 900 sq. ft. » Attached 3-car garage

» Excellent Menlo Park schools (buyer to confirm enrollment)

$6,850,000 For more information, visit lemieuxRE.com

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3 Bassett Lane ATHERTON

Mid-Century Santa Barbara Chic » 3 bedrooms, office, family room, and 3.5 baths » Approx. 4,030 sq. ft. of living space » Numerous skylights and clerestory windows provide natural light » Temperature-controlled wine cellar

» Enchanting English gardens, oak trees, vegetable beds, citrus trees, and green house » Over two-thirds of an acre (approx. 29,500 sq. ft.) » Just one-half mile to downtown Menlo Park » Excellent Menlo Park schools (buyer to confirm enrollment)

» Private garden courtyard with pool Offered at $4,895,000 For more information, visit lemieuxRE.com

Tom LeMieux

Jennifer Bitter Liske

650.465.7459 tom@lemieuxRE.com License #01066910

650.308.4401 jennifer@lemieuxRE.com License #01847627

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3201 Greer Road, Palo Alto Offered at $1,888,000 Light-Filled, Updated Residence in Midtown Boasting luxuriously updated spaces, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home of 1,314 sq. ft. (per appraisal) sits on a lot of 6,000 sq. ft. (per county).

The sky-lit interior holds open living, dining, and kitchen areas, a play-loft, and a chic, flexible addition, while fine amenities include a fireplace, hardwood floors, and built-in speakers. Private, gardenlike outdoor spaces provide patios and a barbecue. Parks, bus services, and Palo Verde Elementary (API 961) are within strolling distance (buyer to verify eligibility).

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Downtown living at Cowper Victorian, a 6-unit condominium complex Updated 3-level floor plan with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths Approximately 1,542 square feet of living space Gated, underground garage parking for 2 cars plus storage unit Newer laminate wood flooring throughout the main level Inviting living room with fireplace, formal dining area, and updated eat-in kitchen Other features: powder room, concealed laundry area, storage areas, air conditioning Palo Alto schools: Addison Elementary, Jordan Middle, Palo Alto High (buyer to verify enrollment)

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NANCY

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INTERO PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE

CalBRE# 00906274

650.947.4707 ncarlson@interorealestate.com www.NancyCarlson.net

A Berkshire Hathaway Affiliate

carmel, california

2448 bay view $2,695,000 2 bed 2 bath This 1930’s, recently remodeled, Carmel home is unique and inviting. It has wood beamed vaulted ceilings, tile floors, and an updated kitchen with a La Cornue range and custom tile backsplash. Located on Carmel Point, you are only steps from the beach, and with a large bay window, you can enjoy water views right from the living room. If all of that isn’t enough, the roof top deck is the perfect place to watch the sunset.

Call for a tour

susan fox 831.238.7838

penregroup.com CalBRE #00779199

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3863 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Menlo Park Offered at $1,488,000 Can’t-Miss Opportunity Boasting a prominent setting in the prime University Heights neighborhood, this lot of 5,225 sq. ft. (per county) includes a 3 bedroom, 1 bath home of 1,250 sq. ft. (per county). The property is an excellent opportunity for remodeling or even new construction, and offers MFA of approx. 2,858 sq. ft. Enjoy walkability to local dining and conveniences, and live within moments of Sharon Hills Park, Sand Hill Road, downtown Menlo Park, and fantastic Las Lomitas schools (buyer to verify eligibility).

For more information, please contact: Michael Repka 650.488.7325 | michael@deleonrealty.com

OPEN HOUSE

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For video tour & more photos, please visit:

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Saturday 1:30 - 4:30 pm

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643 WILDWOOD LANE PALO ALTO

Wonderfully located in the friendly Green Gables neighborhood, this beautifully remodeled and expanded single-level home welcomes you with colorful plantings that invites you in to an enclosed courtyard entry. Greeted by walls of windows, this warm home opens to showcase gleaming Brazilian cherry hardwood flooring, exposed beam ceilings and views from almost every room. r r r r r r r r

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650.454.8510 anneking@kw.com www.AnneKingonline.com CalBRE# 00552568

*Buyer to verify to square footage of home, lot size and availability of schools. information believed reliable but not guaranteed. One Stop Marketing Solutions 650.575.8530

1570 PLATEAU AVENUE, LOS ALTOS Open House Saturday & Sunday, 1:00-4:00pm

Welcome to this stunning 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home located in the desirable Country Club area overlooking the prestigious Los Altos Golf & Country Club. With high ceilings, walls of windows and verdant views, this peaceful retreat is move-in ready.

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Offered at $2,295,000 | 1570Plateau.com

DENISE SIMONS REALTOR

650.269.0210

dsimons@apr.com eniseSimons.com

C#: 01376733

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11860 Francemont Drive, Los Altos Hills Luxurious Old World Villa Meticulous craftsmanship and beautiful details infuse high style into this 6 bedroom, 6 bath home of 5,565 sq. ft. (per appraisal) that ;//A<51? - <>5B-@1 8;@ ;2 U -/>1 I<1> /;A:@EJ -9.;; Ō ;;>? -:0 ?;->5:3 /1585:3? 3>-/1 @41 ?1:?-@5;:-8 5:@1>5;> C45/4 <>1?1:@? @4>11 ŋ >1<8-/1? - Ō 1D5.81 4;91 ;ő /1 -:0 - 8;C1> 81B18 C5@4 - >1/>1-@5;: >;;9 58810 C5@4 3>-/5;A? 1:@1>@-5:5:3 ->1-? @45? ŋ :1 4;91 -8?; 5:/8A01? -: -@@-/410 @4>11 /-> 3->-31 -:0 ;Ŋ 1>? 1-?E -//1?? @; 4575:3 @>-58? -:0 @;< ;? 8@;? ?/4;;8?

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OPEN HOUSE

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2317 St. Francis Drive

Open House Saturday & Sunday April 30 & May 1, 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm

PALO ALTO

Picture Perfect Inside and Out » Designed and built in 2006 » 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths » Approx. 3,032 sq. ft. » Extensive wiring for every communication need » Hardwood or tile flooring throughout » Beautiful stone and tile selections in the kitchen and all baths » Inviting rear yard for outdoor living » Extra privacy at the end of a cul-de-sac on approx. 7,610 sq. ft. » Attached 2-car tandem garage » Excellent Palo Alto schools (buyer to confirm enrollment)

$3,488,000 For more information, visit lemieuxRE.com

Tom LeMieux

Jennifer Bitter Liske

650.465.7459 tom@lemieuxRE.com License #01066910

650.308.4401 jennifer@lemieuxRE.com License #01847627

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Ranked #50 Nationally, The Wall Street Journal, 2015 Over $2 billion in sales since 1998 | lemieuxRE.com

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185 Fair Oaks Lane, Atherton

Romantic French Estate with Every Modern Amenity

This stunning home of approximately 5,854 square feet (per plans) sits on a manicured 1-acre+ lot (per county) and represents the best of both worlds - striking newer construction with incredible old-world charm. The owner, a well-respected local designer, personally sourced many of the propertyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s details from Europe, creating an environment that is remarkably elegant, while still remaining warm and inviting.

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Menlo Park. Palo Alto. Burlingame 650.314.7200 | pacificunion.com

APPOINTMENT ONLY

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72 Magnolia, Atherton $6,850,000 5 BD / 5.5 BA

3 Bassett Lane, Menlo Park $4,895,000 3 BD / 3.5 BA

Exquisitely remodeled Lindenwood estate offers 5 bedrooms plus an office.

Stylish Santa Barbara home with 3 bedrooms plus an office offers a wonderful floor plan ideal for entertainment plus lush gardens.

LeMieux Associates, 650.465.7459

LeMieux Associates, 650.465.7459

OPEN SAT & SUN 1:30-4:30

APPOINTMENT ONLY

24890 Tiare Lane, Los Altos Hills $4,680,000 3 BD / 3.5 BA

1208 Bellair Way, Menlo Park $4,795,000 5 BD / 4.5 BA

Dramatic contemporary with resort living, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, guest house, pool, sport court, putting green.

Located in the peaceful, tree-lined neighborhood of Sharon Heights, this elegant two-story home was built in 2012 with designer style and timeless elegance. Las Lomitas schools.

LeMieux Associates, 650.465.7459 LeMieux Associates, 650.465.7459

NEW LISTING

OPEN SAT & SUN 1:30-4:30

65 Skywood Way, Woodside $4,299,000 5 BD / 5+ BA

2317 Saint Francis Drive, Palo Alto $3,488,000 4 BD / 3.5 BA

Designed by Mark Cutler. Spectacular custom built Woodside home, nestled in the coveted Skywood Acres.

Privately located on cul-de-sac, traditional and modern, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, wired for every communication need.

David Weil, 650.823.3855

LeMieux Associates, 650.465.7459

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1060 Cascade Drive, Menlo Park Offered at $2,988,000 Private Setting Enjoys Bay Views Nestled along a cul-de-sac and offering views that stretch to the bay, this hilltop 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home of 2,717 sq. ft. (per appraisal) occupies a park-like property of approx. 0.48 acres (per county).

Light-filled spaces include a spacious kitchen and a living room with a fireplace, while the wraparound paver terrace provides a hot tub. The home also offers an attached two-car garage, tree-shaded sitting areas, and upgraded Milgard windows. Exceptional Las Lomitas schools, parks, and everyday conveniences are all just moments away.

For more information, please contact: ®

Michael Repka 650.488.7325 | michael@deleonrealty.com

For video tour & more photos, please visit:

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 1:30 - 4:30 pm

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177 South Gordon Way, Los Altos Captivating Residence Near Downtown Within walking distance of downtown Los Altos, this 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom home of 4,604 sq. ft. (per county) occupies a lot of T X[ -/>1? I<1> /;A:@EJ -:0 ;Ĺ&#x160; 1>? @C; Ĺ&#x2039; >1<8-/1? 9-4;3-:E Ĺ&#x152; ;;>? -:0 -: ;Ĺ&#x2018; /1 :B5@5:3 ?<-/1? 5:/8A01 - @C; ?@;>E 85B5:3 >;;9 -:0 - 2-.A8;A?8E >19;01810 75@/41: &45? ?;8-> 1=A5<<10 4;91 -8?; <>;B501? - @C; /-> 3->-31 -:0 - 91?91>5F5:3 .-/7E->0 C5@4 - 41-@10 <;;8 -:0 ?<- ;C:@;C: -@@>-/@5;:? -:0 ;? 8@;? 534 I " \]YJ ->1 9;91:@? -C-E I.AE1> @; B1>52E 18535.585@EJ

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372 El Camino Real $1,955,000 Sat/Sun 1-4 Intero Real Estate Services 543-7740

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79 Fair Oaks Ln Sun Alain Pinel Realtors 40 Ashfield Rd Sat/Sun 1-5 Coldwell Banker

$3,349,000 462-1111 $4,295,000 851-2666

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95 Atherton Ave $15,200,000 Sun 1:30-4 Alain Pinel Realtors 462-1111

604 Burlingame Av Sat/Sun 1-4 Pcv/murcor

$1,398,000 (925) 280-1125

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$1,399,000 325-6161

FOSTER CITY 5 Bedrooms

48 Port Royal Av $1,799,000 Sat/Sun 2-4 Pacific Union International 314-7200

LOS ALTOS 3 Bedrooms

1570 Plateau Dr Sat/Sun Alain Pinel Realtors

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177 South Gordon Way Sun Deleon Realty

6 Bedrooms

1325 Oakhurst Av Sat/Sun 1-5 Deleon Realty

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LOS ALTOS HILLS 4 Bedrooms

3849 Page Mill Rd Sat/Sun 1-5 Deleon Realty

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14120 Miranda Rd Sat/Sun Coldwell Banker

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$4,888,000 543-8500 $8,640,000 324-4456

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5 Bedrooms 200 Arlington Way Sat/Sun 1-5 Deleon Realty

$3,498,000 543-8500

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$6,550,000 325-6161

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285 Wooded View Dr. Sat/Sun 1-5 Deleon Realty

$7,488,000 543-8500

MENLO PARK

1060 Cascade Ct Sun Deleon Realty

$2,988,000 543-8500

MILLBRAE

1254 Sharon Park Dr Sun Deleon Realty 321 Mc Kendry Dr Sat/Sun Coldwell Banker

$1,288,000 543-8500 $1,695,000 325-6161

2140 #D303 Santa Cruz Av Sat/Sun 1-4 Coldwell Banker

$878,000 324-4456

3 Bedrooms

2 Chateau Dr $1,895,000 Sat/Sun Alain Pinel Realtors 462-1111 2131 Avy Ave $1,598,000 Sun 1:30-3:30 Coldwell Banker 325-6161 1019 Middle Av $2,980,000 Sat 1-4/Sun 1:30-4:30 Coldwell Banker 324-4456 3863 Alameda de las Pulgas $1,488,000 Sat 1:30-4:30 Deleon Realty 543-8500 1020 Windmere $1,298,000 Sat/Sun 1-5 Deleon Realty 543-8500 304 Santa Rita Av $3,750,000 Sat/Sun Alain Pinel Realtors 462-1111 754 Gilbert Av $1,695,000 Sun 1-4 Coldwell Banker 324-4456

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2063 Gordon Ave $2,798,000 Sat/Sun Deleon Realty 543-8500 951 Peninsula Way $3,550,000 Sun Coldwell Banker 325-6161 746 Partridge Av $2,595,000 Sun Coldwell Banker 324-4456 950 Cloud Av $1,998,000 Sat/Sun 1-5 Deleon Realty 543-8500 2156 Gordon Av $2,998,000 Sat 1:30-4:30/Sun 1-4 Coldwell Banker 207-6005

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191 Meadowood Dr $3,400,000 Sun 1-4 Pacific Union International 314-7200

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$2,200,000 851-1961

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1600 La Honda Rd Sun Coldwell Banker

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30 Quail Ct Sun

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$2,550,000 851-1961

240 Erica Way Sat/Sun Coldwell Banker

$2,695,000 324-4456

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2 Bedrooms 144 Kellogg Av Sat/Sun Alain Pinel Realtors

$1,849,000 323-1111

609 Oregon Av Sat/Sun Alain Pinel Realtors

$1,595,000 462-1111

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$2,995,000 325-6161

4228 Wilkie Way $2,798,000 Sat/Sun 1:30-5 Coldwell Banker 325-6161 4152 Baker Av Sun Coldwell Banker

$2,098,000 325-6161

3396 Park Blvd $1,000,000 Sat/Sun Keller Williams Of Palo Alto 454-8500 643 Wildwood Ln $2,395,000 Sat/Sun Keller Williams Of Palo Alto 454-8500

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$1,389,000 325-6161

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$1,950,000 323-7751

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2326 Webster St Sat/Sun 1-5 Alain Pinel Realtors

$3,398,000 323-1111

606 Chimalus Dr Sat/Sun Coldwell Banker

$2,750,000 325-6161

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$1,888,000 543-8500

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11860 Francemont Dr Sat/Sun Deleon Realty

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$5,988,000 543-8500

437 Topaz Ter Sat/Sun Coldwell Banker

$838,000 325-6161

3 Bedrooms

4 Bedrooms 210 Woodside Dr Sat/Sun 1-4 Coldwell Banker

$2,999,998 851-2666

375 La Questa Way Sun Intero Real Estate

$5,300,000 206.6200

280 Ridgeway Rd Sat/Sun Coldwell Banker

$5,495,000 851-2666

1025 Canada Rd Sat 1-4 Coldwell Banker

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12995 Steiner Road, Plymouth, CA

3 ALVERNO CT., REDWOOD CITY • EXQUISITE EXECUTIVE HOME LOCATED IN PRIVATE ALVERNO HILLS • SPECTACULAR BAY & VALLEY VIEWS, CITY LIGHTS • PRIVATE GATED COMMUNITY ON 12.5 ACRES • TWO LARGE MASTER BEDROOM SUITES, PLUS /3RD BEDROOM POTENTIAL • STUNNING MASTER BEDROOM SUITE OPENS OUT TO BEAUTIFUL TERRACE WITH VIEWS TO THE BAY & VALLEY. BUILT-IN BBQ, FIREPIT, TRELLACE OVERHANG WITH SKYLIGHT, ACCENTED BY A CALIF. GRAPE VINE • SPACIOUS SECOND BEDROOM SUITE WITH 2 DOUBLE SLIDING CLOSET DOORS, MARBLE SHOWER, SEPARATE TUB, GREENHOUSE WINDOW • ENTERTAINING MEDIA ROOM/3 BEDROOM WITH FULL BATHROOM,TEAK SINK, INDIAN SANDSTONE FLOORING, NANA DOORS OPENING TO BACKYARD & PATIO • 3 FULL BATHROOMS WITH DESIGNER FIXTURES

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748 Gardening/ Landscaping

LIFE AFTER FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 615804 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: Life After, located at 1644 Cornell Drive, Mountain View, CA 94040, Santa Clara County.

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(PAW Apr. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016) ADLAI E. STEVENSON HOUSE STEVENSON HOUSE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 615273 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1.) Adlai E. Stevenson House, 2.)

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This business is owned by: A Corporation.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is(are): PALO ALTO SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT, INC. 455 East Charleston Road Palo Alto, CA 94306 Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 8/23/1967.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County on March 17, 2016.

(PAW Apr. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016) CA ENERGY RATING FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 615946 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: CA Energy Rating, located at 616 Ramona St. #21, Palo Alto, CA 94301, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by: An Individual.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is(are): ERIC KENG 3522 Bryant St. Palo Alto, CA 94306 Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 4/6/2016.

This statement was filed with the County

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(PAW Apr. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016) LEISURE TRAVEL AGENCY FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 615963 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: Leisure Travel Agency, located at 800 High Street, #412, Palo Alto, CA 94301, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by: An Individual.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is(are): PAUL HSIA 800 High Street, #412 Palo Alto, CA 94301 Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on April 7, 2016.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County on April 6, 2016.

(PAW Apr. 15, 22, 29, May 6, 2016) PAPAMEALS INC. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 615971 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: Papameals Inc., located at 2281 Byron St., Palo Alto, CA 94301, Santa Clara County.

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The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is(are): LONCK METAL INC. 2281 Byron St. Palo Alto, CA 94301 Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County on April 6, 2016.

(PAW Apr. 15, 22, 29, May 6, 2016) CALIFORNIO CATTLE CO. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 615764 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: Californio Cattle Co., located at 7515 Tierra Sombra Ct., San Jose, CA 95120, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by: An Individual.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is(are): PIERRE OLIVIER PAQUELIER 7515 Tierra Sombra Ct. San Jose, CA 95120 Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 3-30-16.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County on March 30, 2016.

(PAW Apr. 15, 22, 29, May 6, 2016) KM INTERNATIONAL, INC. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 616188 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: KM International, Inc., located at 2675 Louis Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by: A Corporation.

The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is(are): KM INTERNATIONAL, INC. 2675 Louis Rd. Palo Alto, CA 94303 Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County on April 12, 2016.

(PAW Apr. 22, 29, May 6, 13, 2016) KALI KALI GREEK GRILL KALI GRILL FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 616253 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1.) Kali, 2.) Kali Greek Grill, 3.) Kali Grill, located at 451 S. California Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94306, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by: A Corporation.

The name and residence address of the owner(s)/registrant(s) is(are): CAGLAR VURAL 681 Walnut St. #2 San Carlos, CA 94070 Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County on April 13, 2016.

(PAW Apr. 22, 29, May 6, 13, 2016)

997 All Other Legals ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA Case No.: 16CV293315 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: MELISSA URIBE and ARMANDO URIBE JR. filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: ALYSIA KALIYAH DE LOS SANTOS to ALYSIA KALIYAH URIBE. 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 court 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: May 17, 2016, 8:45 a.m., Room: Probate of the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113.

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: PALO ALTO WEEKLY Date: March 29, 2016

Thomas E. Kuhnle JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT (PAW Apr. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA Case No.: 16CV293382 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: MICHAEL CARL GUNNAR OMANDER filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: MICHAEL CARL GUNNAR OMANDER to GUNNAR CARLMICHAEL OMANDER. 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 court 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: May 17, 2016, 8:45 a.m., Room: Probate of the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113.

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: PALO ALTO WEEKLY Date: March 30, 2016 /s/ Thomas E. Kuhnle JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT (PAW Apr. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA Case No.: 16CV293395 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: FARAMARZ BAHMANI; AZADEH MALEK filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: MUHAMMAD MILAN BAHMANI to MILAN MUHAMMAD BAHMANI. 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 court 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: May 17, 2016, 8:45 a.m., Room: Probate of the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113.

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: PALO ALTO WEEKLY Date: April 1, 2016 /s/ Thomas E. Kuhnle JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT (PAW Apr. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ANDREW GRISCOM Case No.: 1-16-PR 178532 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ANDREW GRISCOM AKA ANDREW GRISCOM SR. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: ANDREW GRISCOM JR. and SHANNON GRISCOM in the Superior Court of California, County of SANTA CLARA. The Petition for Probate requests that: ANDREW GRISCOM JR. and SHANNON GRISCOM 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.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on June 2, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 10 of the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, located at 191 N. First St., San Jose, CA, 95113.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in

person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58 (b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Paul J. Barulich Barulich Dugoni Law Group, Inc. 400 So. El Camino Real, Suite 1000 San Mateo, CA 94402 (650)292-2900 (PAW Apr. 22, 29, May 6, 2016) T. S. No: A547876 CA Unit Code: A Loan No: 37559/RAHMAT NAH/ MOISE NAH AP #1: 189-60-017 969 EICHLER DRIVE, MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94040 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T D SERVICE COMPANY, as duly appointed Trustee under the following described Deed of Trust WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States) and/or the cashier’s, certified or other checks specified in Civil Code Section 2924h (payable in full at the time of sale to T.D. Service Company) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property hereinafter described: Trustor: RAHMAT NAHOURAI AND ESTER NAHOURAI, TRUSTEES OF THE TRUST OF RAHMAD AND ESTER NAHOURAI, DATED OCTOBER 8, 1992 Recorded April 1, 2010 as Instr. No. 20663628 in Book —- Page —- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of SANTA CLARA County; CALIFORNIA , pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded January 25, 2016 as Instr. No. 23204362 in Book —- Page —- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of SANTA CLARA County CALIFORNIA. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED MARCH 26, 2010. 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. 969 EICHLER DRIVE, MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94040 “(If a street address or common designation of property is shown above, no warranty is given as to its completeness or correctness).” Said Sale of property will be made in “as is” condition 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 as in said note provided, advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

Said sale will be held on: JUNE 3, 2016, AT 10:00 A.M. *AT THE NORTH MARKET STREET ENTRANCE OF THE SUPERIOR COURTHOUSE, 190 N. MARKET STREET, SAN JOSE, CA 95113 At the time of the initial publication of this notice, the total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the above described Deed of Trust and estimated costs, expenses, and advances is $639,215.54. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due.

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 con-

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tacting 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 (888) 988-6736 or visit this Internet Web site: salestrack.tdsf.com, using the file number assigned to this case A547876 A. 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. 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: April 20, 2016 T D SERVICE COMPANY as said Trustee MARLENE CLEGHORN, ASSISTANT SECRETARY T.D. SERVICE COMPANY 4000 W. Metropolitan Drive, Suite 400 Orange, CA 92868-0000 The Beneficiary may be attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose.

If available, the expected opening bid and/or postponement information may be obtained by calling the following telephone number(s) on the day before the sale: (888) 988-6736 or you may access sales information at salestrack. tdsf.com, TAC# 992822 PUB: 04/29/16, 05/06/16, 05/13/16 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14-652026-HL Order No.: 100726105 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/30/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by 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 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee.

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. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): MANAR ZARROUG, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 12/6/2007 as Instrument No. 19674605 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of SANTA CLARA County, California; Date of Sale: 6/1/2016 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the North Market Street Entrance of the Santa Clara County Superior Courthouse, 190 N. Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $6,536,001.59 The purported property address is: 996 LAUREL GLEN DR, PALO ALTO, CA 94304 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 182-43-037-00 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 800280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-14-652026-HL . 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. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within

10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. 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. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14-652026-HL IDSPub #0106400 4/29/2016 5/6/2016 5/13/2016 PAW PALO ALTO SWIM CLUB NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF ANNUAL REPORT The Palo Alto Swim Club announces availability of the financial report for the calendar year 2015. Copies may be obtained from PASC, P.O. Box 50340, Palo Alto, CA 94303.

(PAW Apr. 29, 2016)

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Sports Shorts

ON THE AIR Friday

College baseball: Stanford at Oregon St., 5:30 p.m.; KZSU (90.1 FM) College softball: Cal at Stanford , 7 p.m.; Pac-12 Bay Area

Saturday

College baseball: Stanford at Oregon St., 1:30 p.m.; KZSU (90.1 FM) College softball: Cal at Stanford , 7 p.m.; Pac-12 Bay Area

Sunday

Men’s golf: Stanford at Pac-12 Championships, 7 a.m.; Pac-12 Networks College baseball: Stanford at Oregon St., 1 p.m.; KZSU (90.1 FM) Beach volleyball: Pac-12 finals, 4 p.m.; Pac-12 Networks College softball: Cal at Stanford , 7 p.m.; Pac-12 Networks

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Defending NCAA champ Cardinal women open MPSF title hopes Rick Eymer ou know expectations are sky high for the Stanford women’s water polo team when a slow start in a NCAA national championship game is losing the opening sprint. That’s from a description of the 2005 title match.

The expectations for the Cardinal remain as absurdly high entering this weekend’s Mountain Pacific Sports Federation tournament, with the automatic berth into the NCAA tournament at stake.

Third-ranked and third-seeded Stanford (19-4) opens play at the conference tournament, hosted by Cal State Bakersfield, against San Jose State (17-13) on Friday.

The Cardinal enter the competition on a two-game losing streak, a rare occurrence for a program that established its dominance in the sport from its first year of existence. Stanford is the only school to have participated in every NCAA tournament since its inception in 2001.

It’s been 12 years between losing streaks for the Cardinal, with the last time happening in May of 2004 in a loss to USC for the MPSF championship, followed by a loss to Loyola Marymount in the NCAA tournament.

It’s been eight years since Stanford has lost more than four games in a season and even more startling is the Cardinal’s current .826 winning percentage is the program’s lowest since finishing the 2005 season at a ‘lowly’ .758 (22-7).

Winning and water polo at Stanford go together like John Tanner and Susan Ortwein, the coaching tandem responsible for the success of the 19-year-old program.

The Cardinal has won as many NCAA titles (5) as it has MPSF titles, though the two tournaments don’t always correlate. Stanford is the two-time defending national champion and yet did not win the MPSF tournament title last year.

The MPSF is comprised of the nation’s top teams. MPSF teams have dominated NCAA play, with only LMU’s runner-up finish in 2004 the exception in national title contests. That’s a big reason why MPSF tourney champs aren’t always the NCAA champs.

The undefeated and top-ranked Trojans are the prohibitive favorites to finish the year without a loss. USC handed Stanford its worst loss, 8-3, in the regular

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Palo Alto senior Mimi Lin won her fourth straight diving title at the SCVAL De Anza Division Championships on Tuesday at Gunn High and set a school record by scoring 543.80 points.

PREP DIVING

Paly teammates sharing success and some history

by Keith Peters imi Lin and Reed Merritt share a lot in common — from being seniors at Palo Alto High to being dedicated and highachieving students to being arguably the top divers in the Central Coast Section.

Lin is headed to Princeton next fall while Merritt will continue his studies in Aerospace Engineering at the University of Texas in Austin. Both, of course, will continue to dive.

Diving is something else Lin and Merritt share, that and history. The two made their final appearances at the SCVAL Diving Championships the best of their careers as they swept their divisions in historic fashion the fourth straight year on Tuesday at Gunn High.

Both divers became the first in league history to win all four years.

“They have definitely been a blessing,” said Paly head coach Danny Dye. Merritt won his fourth straight league crown with a score of 594.90 for his 11 dives. That broke his own school record of 559.90 points from last season.

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OF LOCAL NOTE . . . Palo Alto High grad Jeremy Lin is contributing in a big way for the Charlotte Hornets in their NBA playoff series with the Miami Heat. The Hornets, which lost the first two games of the series, have won three straight to take a 3-2 lead into Friday’s home game (5 p.m. PT, ESPN) with a chance to clinch. In Wednesday’s 90-88 victory, Lin came off the bench to play 34 minutes and score 11 points with six rebounds and a team-high seven assists. He also had 11 points in Monday’s 89-85 triumph and scored 18 points on Saturday as Charlotte posted a 9680 victory and snapped a 12-game playoff losing streak while earning their first NBA postseason playoff victory in 14 years . . . Brian Mead, a graduate of Gunn High in 2000, is one of eight news members of the Johns Hopkins University Athletic Hall of Fame. He’ll be inducted during ceremonies on Saturday. The 6-foot-2, 200-pound Mead, who graduated from Johns Hopkins in 2005, left his mark in water polo from 2001-04 and was named the 2004 NCAA Division III Player of the Year. Mead was the first four-time ACWPC All-American in school history and the first three-time ACWPC First Team All-American, as well. . . . Menlo School grad Daniel Morkovine and senior captain Skyler Butts from Claremont-MuddScripps defended their Division III doubles title at the 116th Ojai Valley Tournament, which concluded on Sunday. Morkovine lost to Butts in the singles finale before the teammates captured the doubles crown . . . Palo Alto sophomore distance standout Julia Doubson missed the Vikings’ weekend track meets so she could compete in orienteering races at West Point, N.Y. She came in first in one race and second overall to qualify for the U.S. National Team that goes to Switzerland this summer to compete at the Junior World Orienteering Championships.

STANFORD ROUNDUP

Paly seniors Mimi Lin and Reed Merritt (right) made diving history this week.

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Stanford roundup

TRACK & FIELD

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Men’s golf Nationally No. 4-ranked Stanford will be playing for its third straight conference title when it travels to The Country Club in Salt Lake City for the Pac-12 Conference Championships beginning Friday.

The Cardinal looks to become the first school to win three consecutive Pac-12 crowns since Arizona State captured six in a row between 1995-2000.

The Cardinal sends Maverick McNealy, David Boote, Brandon Wu, Franklin Huang, Jeffrey Swegle and Viraat Badhwar into the competition.

Stanford is coming off a team victory at the Western Intercollegiate, its lone win of the season Maverick McNealy to date. The Cardinal has earned nine top-10 showings in 10 events.

Stanford is paced by the nation’s top-ranked golfer (Golfstat and Golfweek individual ranking) in McNealy (69.04 stroke average, four medalist honors). He’s won 10 times in his career and needs one more to tie the school record currently shared by Tiger Woods and Patrick Rodgers.

In 27 rounds, McNealy has posted a score in the 60s in 16 rounds.

The average score for those 16 rounds was 66.6. Boote (71.07) has seven top 25 finishes this season.

Entering the Pac-12 tournament, McNealy’s 69.04 season stroke average is the second best in NCAA history. Wake Forest’s Bill Haas (currently a successful pro) set the benchmark (68.93) in 2003-04. At the conclusion of the 2014-15 season, McNealy’s 69.05 average ranked second.

Jordan Invitational has Olympic feel

Nation’s top distance runners headed to Stanford for one of country’s premier events on Sunday evening

by Dave Kiefer he 21st annual Payton Jordan Invitational, which has developed into the premier distance-running track meet in the country, takes place Sunday at Cobb Track and Angell Field. The meet is named for the school’s legendary former track and field coach.

Being an Olympic year, the meet takes on special significance as a prime opportunity to reach the qualifying standards for the Olympics and Olympic Trials. In this meet, fast times are the goal, and with many runners coming down from altitude training for this meet, there is even more of focus on speed.

Field events begin at 11 a.m., with running events starting at 4 p.m. Parking is free on campus.

Among the top athletes are U.S. Olympian Evan Jager, ranked No. 4 in the world in the steeplechase in 2015 and who will run the 1,500, and Kenyan Sally Kipyego, the 2012 Olympic silver medalist in the 10,000. She will run the 5,000 on Sunday. Oregon junior Edward Cheserek, a 13-time NCAA individual champion, will run the 1,500.

The meet also features standout Stanford athletes from the past, present and future. Chris Derrick (‘12), the three-time U.S. cross country champion, will run the 5,000. Garrett Heath (‘08), who vanquished Olympian Mo Farah at the Great Edinburgh Cross Country Race in January, will race either the 1,500 or 5,000.

Among current Stanford runners, NCAA indoor 3,000 runner-up Sean McGorty, already an Olympic Trials qualifier in the 1,500, and freshman standout Grant Fisher, will race in the men’s 5,000. This is Fisher’s track debut at that distance.

Claudia Saunders, a two-time NCAA outdoor 800 runner-up, will race the 800 alongside top U.S. competitors Katie Mackey and Maggie Vessey.

Two future Cardinal will be running. Christina Aragon, the fifth-fastest high school 1,500 runner of all-time, will race at that distance. Ella Donaghu, another member of Stanford’s graduating class of 2020, also races the 1,500.

Of the times on the 2015 U.S. performers’ list, last year’s Payton Jordan meet was the source of: In other track and field news, Stanford senior Jackson Shumway and junior Valarie Allman have been named Pac-12 Track and Field Athletes of the Week.

Shumway was the conference Men’s Track Athlete of the Week and Allman earned women’s field honors. This is Shumway’s first such award and Allman’s third this season.

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season and ended the Cardinal’s 43-game regular-season winning streak. The Trojans earned a 7-6 win over the Cardinal at the UC Irvine Invitational.

Stanford also lost at UCLA, 9-8, in sudden death last weekend and that’s who the Cardinal will likely meet in Saturday’s semifinal.

Stanford and the Spartans are meeting for the fourth time this year. The Cardinal won the previous meetings by the combined score of 44-16.

Stanford is second in the MPSF in goals per game (12.22), trailing USC (12.57), but ahead of UCLA (12.08), and third in goals allowed per game (5.52) behind USC (4.33) and UCLA (5.28).

Individually, Jamie Neushul leads the Cardinal and is fourth in the conference in goals per game (1.87). Kat Klass is sixth (1.70) and tops among the conference’s freshmen, Anna Yelizarova is 16th (1.47), Gurpreet Sohi is 19th (1.35) and Dani Jackovich is 22nd (1.17). Julia Hermann’s 5.67 goals against average is tied for sixth in the conference and her 8.43 saves per game are sixth.

Anna Salemo, who had four goals and two assists in a win Sunday, will lead Stanford into the MPSF Tournament this weekend.

Women’s golf For the 24th consecutive season, Stanford has earned a spot in the NCAA Regional Championships.

The defending national champion Cardinal will host the Stanford Regional at Stanford Golf Course, May 5-7. Eighteen teams and six individuals will participate in one of four regional tournaments to determine the championship field.

The top six teams and three individuals who are not members of the qualifying schools advance to the NCAA Championships, May 20-25 at Eugene Country Club in Eugene, Ore. Women’s lacrosse Anna Salemo put together a highlight reel of four goals and two assists Sunday, leading No. 9 Stanford to a 16-10 Mountain Pacific Sports Federation victory over host San Diego State in the regular-season finale.

The Cardinal (13-3, 8-1 MPSF) hosts the MPSF championship tournament and will play the winner of No. 3 seed Colorado and No. 6 Oregon on Friday at 7 p.m.

Third-seeded Stanford is favored to reach Sunday’s title match (1 p.m.) most likely against No. 1 seed USC (17-0) at Laird Q. Cagan Stadium. The Trojans are led

by Menlo School grad Michaela Michael and include Palo Alto High grad Nina Kelty.

Softball Stanford hosts a three-game series against Bay Area rival California, beginning Friday at 7 p.m.

The game also features the third annual Bacon Night, with a variety of concession items served with bacon. The series continues Saturday at 7 p.m. and concludes Sunday at 7 p.m. All three games will be broadcast on the Pac-12 Networks. Cal is 25-18-1 overall (6-7-1 Pac-12).

Stanford (13-26, 0-15 Pac-12) is coming off a tough weekend at Utah, losing all three decisions to the Utes. The Cardinal dropped a doubleheader on Friday and fell in

the finale on Sunday.

Jessica Plaza paced the Cardinal offensively, going 4-for-7 (.571) with two doubles, an RBI and a .857 slugging percentage over three games at Utah. Lauren Wegner hit her first home run of the season, a three-run shot to left field.

Men’s volleyball Stanford senior setter James Shaw and sophomore libero Evan Enriques have been named winners of national awards.

Off the Block announced this week that a nationwide voting committee selected Shaw as the recipient of the 2016 Lloy Ball Award as the nation’s top setter while James Shaw Enriques won the Erik Shoji Award as the country’s top collegiate libero.

Shaw after missing most of last year with an injury led Stanford in the regular season to a .344 attack percentage, third best in the nation, and was among the national leaders averaging 10.06 assists per game. The senior also had 32 aces and at least five kills in 14 regular season matches to help the Cardinal almost earn an at-large berth to the NCAA Tournament.

The Erik Shoji Award is named after the former four-time Stanford All-American libero.

Enriques was in the nation’s top 10 and had a MPSF-best 2.59 digs per game average during the regular season. The Stanford second-year starter also had double-digit digs in eight conference matches, including a career-high 18 digs against Long Beach State in February.

The Cardinal ended the regular season in the top four of the MPSF and narrowly missed the final at-large bid to the six-team NCAA Tournament. Q

Shumway anchored Stanford to a school-record 3:05.59 in the 4x400-meter relay to place third at Baylor’s Michael Johnson Invitational. Shumway ran a 45.3 split to help break one of the school’s oldest records, the 1978 mark of 3:06.6 on a team anchored by NFL Hall of Famer James Lofton.

Earlier, Shumway ran a lifetime best 51.39 — strengthening his spot at No. 7 in Stanford history — to finish third in the 400 hurdles.

Defending Pac-12 discus champion Allman set lifetime bests in both the discus and the hammer at the Michael Johnson Invitational.

Allman was second in the discus to two-time defending NCAA champion Shelbi Vaughan of Texas A&M, but threw 190-11 (58.19 meters) for the No. 6 collegiate throw this year, which strengthens her spot at No. 2 in Stanford history.

Allman won the hammer at 1995, a lifetime best of more than 10 feet — to jump to No. 3 all-time at Stanford. It was the seventh consecutive meet in which Allman has set a lifetime best in the hammer or the event’s cousin, the indoor 20-pound weight throw.

High schools Before she is done, MenloAtherton senior Annalisa Crowe should be considered the top middle-distance runner in school history. The record book will prove that out.

Crowe broke a pair of school records on Saturday as she clocked 5:02.40 to win the mile at the annual St. Francis Invitational in Mountain View.

The time broke the mile mark of 5:02.5 by Laurie Andeen in 1987. Annalisa Crowe When converted to the 1,600, Crowe’s time of 5:00.65 surpassed Andeen’s 5:02.6 mark in the same season.

The second school record of the day came in the girls’ 800 sprint medley relay. The team of Logan Maines, Kathryn Mohr, Maggie Hall and Olivia Shane clocked 1:52.24 while finishing second.

Elsewhere, Natalie Novitsky of Sacred Heart Prep won the girls’ 3,000 in 10:38.91 and MA’s Jordan Mims won the boys’ 400 in 49.77 and ran a leg on the sprint medley relay team that won in a school record of 1:36.11 with the team of Marquise Reid, Terrance Matthews-Murphy and Jack Gray. Q

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Sports PREP ROUNDUP

ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

Final tuneups for CCS

Tennis teams wrapping up regular seasons with individual tournaments

by Keith Peters ocal tennis teams are putting the finishing touches on the regular season this week, some playing their final league matches before heading into their respective individual tournaments — all leading into next week’s start of the Central Coast Section Team Tournament.

The Sacred Heart Prep boys (10-2, 16-6) wrapped up their dual-match season in the West Bay Athletic League with a 6-1 triumph at Pinewood on Monday.

The Gators’ lone losses came to regular-season champ Menlo School, which has won 20 straight league titles under head coach Bill Shine, in his 20th season at Menlo.

Facing a dominant program like Menlo can be frustrating, but Sacred Heart Prep coach Jeff Arons has to be satisfied with a solid effort this season that has propelled his team into the CCS team playoffs once again.

“We are very pleased with our season so far,” said Arons. “We have a great group of boys (six seniors) who enjoy playing for each other and for SHP. They are getting better too!”

The Gators, for example, went 5-0 last week while playing Monday through Friday. Will Ritchey went 5-0 in doubles and John Desler went 4-0, not including a default against Cupertino.

SHP will take that momentum into the WBAL Individual Tournament, which began Thursday and concludes Friday at Menlo School before heading into CCS. Menlo, meanwhile, wrapped up its regular season Tuesday with Senior Day and they celebrated in a number of ways.

Menlo toppled visiting Harker, 7-0, to cap a 12-0 season in the WBAL. The Knights improved their ongoing state record to 2400 in league dual matches.

Highlighting the victory was the appearance of all eight Menlo seniors, including previously injured Lane Leschly. He had been ruled out for the season, but teamed with fellow senior Gabriel Morgan to win at No. 1 doubles, 6-1, 6-1.

Menlo-Atherton, meanwhile, went 3-0 last week to finish 14-0 in the PAL Bay Divsiion and wrap up its eighth straight league dualmatch title. Seven of those campaigns have been undefeated and the Bears are now 112-1 in league since winning the final three matches of the 2008 season.

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The senior runner won four events in a dual-meet win over Paly as Gunn stayed undefeated before winning the 400 in a school record of 55.56 at the CCS Top 8 meet and helping the Titans finish third in the 400 relay.

The junior helped the Vikings win four baseball games as he had seven hits in 14 atbats and drove in eight runs as the Vikings improved to 17-3-1 overall and stayed in second place in the De Anza Division.

Honorable mention Jenny Chen

Ahmed Ali*

Annalisa Crowe*

John Desler/Will Ritchey

Maggie Hall

Eli Givens

Mimi Lin

Alex Liang

Zoe Lusk

Reed Merritt

Gillian Meeks*

Kent Slaney*

Gunn lacrosse Menlo-Atherton track & field Menlo-Atherton track & field Palo Alto diving Palo Alto swimming Gunn track & field

Palo Alto golf Sacred Heart Prep tennis Palo Alto track & field Palo Alto swimming Palo Alto diving Palo Alto track & field * previous winner

Watch video interviews of the Athletes of the Week, go to PASportsOnline.com

M-A has the PAL Individual Tournament at Burlingame this week before heading into CCS with a 17-4 record and an expected high seed.

Baseball Palo Alto and Sacred Heart Prep are sitting in similar situations in their respective races following important victories on Wednesday. The Vikings are second in the SCVAL De Anza Division while the Gators are second in the PAL Bay Division. While division titles may be too much to ask with the regular season nearly over, both local squads are headed to the postseason.

Palo Alto struggled against fifth-place Milpitas, surviving five lead changes before pulling out a 3-2 victory in eight innings.

Paly (11-2, 18-3-1), which trails first-place Los Gatos (12-1) by a game, scored the winning run in the top of the eighth. Max JungGoldberg walked with one out and, following a strikeout, Owen Plambeck doubled Jung-Goldberg home with the winner.

Plambeck finished with two of the Vikings’ four hits. Milpitas also managed just four hits, all

off starter Justin Hull. He pitched the first seven innings with Niko Lillios blanking the host Trojans in the eighth.

Milpitas jumped out to an early 1-0 lead in the bottom of the third, but Paly answered with two runs in the fourth. Jung-Goldberg doubled, moved to third on a wild pitch and scored on a passed ball.

Hull was hit by a pitch and Plambeck walked. When Alec Olmstead grounded into a double play, Hull scored from third.

Paly’s victory was its fifth straight and seventh in the past eight games. The Vikings host Milpitas on Friday (4 p.m.) before visiting St. Francis on Saturday for a nonleague regular-season finale at 11 a.m.

Sacred Heart Prep, which started the season 0-7, won its third straight and its sixth in seven outings by holding off visiting Burlingame, 7-4.

The Gators (7-4, 10-13) are just a game back of co-leaders Carlmont and Terra Nova (both 8-3) with three games remaining. The top four teams in the division automatically qualify for the Central (continued on next page)

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The point total also is a meet record and puts him in position as the top seed heading into the CCS Championships (May 14), where he finished second last year.

“I’m extremely happy about my league win,” said Merritt. “A couple of dives I know I need to work on but, overall, I was very proud of my performance.”

Lin duplicated Merritt’s accomplishments as she won her fourth straight title with a meet record and set a school record with 543.80 points. That broke the previous school mark of 538.95 by Michaela Fossati in 2006.

“It feels great hitting four for four at leagues and being able to contribute to the swim team,” said Lin. “Every year the girls get better and better and it’s an experience watching everyone’s talents grow. It’s motivation for me to stay on top of the game, so winning this final year of league’s yields personal feelings of accomplishment and pride.”

Lin is the defending CCS champion. She actually competed with the boys on Tuesday after being unable to dive earlier with the girls due to taking finals before leaving Thursday for the USA Diving Region 10 Championships that runs Friday through Sunday in Provo, Utah. Merritt also will be diving there.

“Luckily, the coaches and meet director were very understanding and accommodating, so they let me dive with the varsity boys,” Lin explained. “Since I was surrounded by teammates from both my club (Stanford) and high school teams, diving with the boys wasn’t much different. They were very kind and treated me as an equal competitor.”

Lin wound up with a score higher than all the boys, with the exception of Merritt. Both Lin and Merritt were coming off victories last week in the Paly-Gunn dual meet and Palo Alto Invitational.

Both, however, look at each meet individually.

“I like not to connect meets to each other,” Merritt said. “I think of each one completely separate from the other since at one meet you can dive lights out but at the next you can flub everything.”

Added Lin: “My past placings definitely give me confidence for the upcoming meets, but I like to consider my performances as independent of how I did in the past. For every meet, my goal is just to execute my dives like I do in practice.”

Aside from Merritt, the Paly boys got a fifth from Jack Callaghan (398.85) and an 11th from Josh Wojtowicz (280.10), giving the Vikings 40 points heading into the swimming portion of the league championships on Friday (4 p.m.) at Gunn.

Gunn got 23 diving points from Jarrod Hsu (seventh, 339.75) and Jason Steinberg (eighth, 337.80).

Homestead scored 44 points to lead everyone.

Coast Section playoffs.

John McGrory and Michael York each had two hits for the Gators with Schafer Kraemer and McGrory driving in a pair. Cole Spina tossed the first five innings to get the win. SHP will visit Burlingame on Friday before taking on Hillsdale (5-6) next week.

Hillsdale lost to last-place MenloAtherton (2-9, 5-18) on Wednesday, 5-0.

In the PAL Ocean Division, Menlo School climbed back into the thick of the race with a 5-0 victory over host Mills on Tuesday. The Knights (7-4, 15-6) got five strong innings from starter Chandler Yu (7-1), who struck out six and allowed two of the three hits that Mills scratched out.

Menlo got the winning run in the top of the first when RJ Babiera scored on a single by David Farnham. The Knights took control with three runs in the fifth as Babiera had an RBI and Carson Gampell slammed a two-run homer.

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Palo Alto senior Reed Merritt broke his own school record with 594.90 points to win his fourth straight league title.

For the girls, Gunn and Paly each scored 42 points. The Titans went 4-5-6 with Marisa Agarwal (463.00), Vivian Zhou (453.00) and Kira Hebbel (444.35) while Alice Saparov (423.05) was seventh for Paly, Emma van der Veen (395.85) was 10th and Miranda McShea (348.05) 14th.

As for the swimming, the Gunn boys won last year’s league meet by 83 points over Palo Alto. It was the Titans’ first league meet crown since 2004. Gunn will be shooting for its first back-to-back crowns on Friday. Paly, meanwhile, had won five straight titles before losing last season. They need to finish ahead of Gunn in the league meet to have a chance to tie for the overall championship.

Gunn won the dual-meet title and earned seven points. Paly was second and got six. Points (7-6-54-3-2-1) also are available for the league finals. The team with the most points wins. In case of a tie, the team placing the highest at the league meet shall be declared the champion.

Dye believes Gunn will successfully defend, after seeing how the Titans swam in Wednesday’s trials.

“Gunn swam awesome,” Dye said. “Their boys will win leagues for sure. We had good swims; Gunn was just better.”

The Paly girls are the defending league meet champions and are favored to go back-to-back for the first time since 2011-12 after winning the dual-meet title with a 6-0 record.

Interesting enough, the boys’ swim field features every individual champion from last year.

Paly’s Alex Liang is back to de-

fend in the 200 IM and 500 free, Gunn’s Joao Ama will defend in the 50 and 100 freestyles, Lucca Martins of Monta Vista returns in the 100 back and Xiangfei Xie of Saratoga is back in the 200 free and 100 breast.

Paly is the defending champ in the 200 medley and 400 free relays while Gunn will defend its 200 free relay.

For the girls, Palo Alto has a pair of returning champions in Sofia Sigrist (200 free, 500 free) and Grace Zhao (50 free, 100 breast). Zhao also swam on the winning 200 free and 400 free relays. Paly’s 200 free relay is also the defending state champion.

In the West Bay Athletic League, the Sacred Heart Prep boys and girls wrapped up their respective dual-meet seasons with victories over visiting Menlo School. The SHP boys posted a 107-63 win while the girls splashed to a 116-54 triumph.

The SHP boys used their depth to overcome double wins by Menlo’s John Reinstra (200 IM, 100 back) and Scott Little (50 free, 100 free). The Gators won the 200 free (1:32.56) and 400 free (3:29.94) relays and got individual wins from Jackson Enright (200 free), Nick Oliver (100 fly), CJ Box (500 free) and Walker Seymours (100 breast).

In the girls’ meet, SHP won nine of 11 events, including all three relays, to remain unbeaten in WBAL duals this season. Addi Divall (50 free, 100 free) was the lone double winner for the Gators.

The WBAL Championships will be Saturday, May 7 at Sacred Heart Prep at 4 p.m. Q

Boys golf Palo Alto wrapped up a fourth straight dual-match title in the Santa Clara Valley Athletic League with a 202-236 win over host Fremont at Sunnyvale Muni on Tuesday.

The Vikings improved to 11-0 in league (13-0 overall) with only Gunn left on the schedule (yesterday). Paly now is 47-0 in league matches over four years.

Ahmed Ali once again led Paly, shooting a 2-over 37. Geg Eum, Spencer Rojahn and Larry Fu all shot 41 while Matt Lewis and Dillon Scheel carded 42s. The Vikings didn’t need to play all their starters, but their depth was evident with the solid scores.

On Monday, Sacred Heart Prep’s shot at upsetting undefeated Harker came up short during a 196-210 dual-match loss in WBAL action at Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club.

SHP will compete in the WBAL Championships on Monday at Half Moon Bay Golf Links with hopes of earning an at-large berth into the CCS playoffs.

Boys lacrosse Sacred Heart Prep clinched no worse than a tie for first place in the PAL Bay Division following a 21-0 rout of host Woodside. The Gators improved to 8-0 (14-4 overall) with regularseason matches remaining next week against Menlo School and Menlo-Atherton.

Will Kremer, Fred Eder, Teddy Vought and Thomas Wine all scored three goals for SHP, with Kremer adding three assists.

Frank Bell and Tommy Barnds each added two goals and two assists.

On Monday, SHP romped past visiting Sequoia, 20-4, as Harrison Toig had five goals and three assists while Jack Crockett added three goals and six assists.

In the SCVAL De Anza Division, Palo Alto (5-1, 9-4) kept its title hopes alive with a 12-5 win over host Saratoga. Matthew Seligson scored five goals for the Vikings, who are tied with Los Gatos for first place.

Girls lacrosse Sacred Heart Prep maintained its one-game lead in the WBAL Foothill Division with a 15-9 victory over host Menlo-Atherton on Tuesday.

The Gators (6-0, 12-4) trailed by 6-5 at halftime, but exploded for 10 goals in the second half.

Libby Muir had five goals and three assists for SHP while Juliana Clark and Emma Johnson each tallied four times with three assists each.

The Bears (3-3, 7-8) went on a 4-0 run to take a 4-1 lead in the first half. Grace Tully scored two of her four goals to open the second half, but SHP went on a 10-1 run to secure the victory.

Izzy Regonini added two goals for M-A and SHP goalie Emma Briger had seven saves.

At El Camino Park in Palo Alto, Castilleja’s freshmen led the way in an 18-9 win over Burlingame.

The Gators (3-3, 8-5) jumped out to a 7-1 lead midway through the first half and never looked back.

Freshman Taylor DeGroff led the Gators with a season-high six goals and fellow freshmen Lauren Traum and Anika Adzich added four goals and a hat trick, respectively. Senior Laurel Nelson also notched a hat trick. Sophomore goalie Anika Tse recorded 13 saves.

In the SCVAL, Palo Alto moved closer to wrapping up the regularseason title by defeating host Los Gatos, 10-9, on Wednesday night.

The Vikings (10-1, 13-4) got five goals from Maya Benatar and two each from Anna Seligson and Kaitlin Chiu, with Holly Tumminaro adding one. Goalkeeper Meredith Kinnaman made four saves in a very close game.

Paly has three matches remaining and holds a two-match lead over second-place Gunn (7-3, 9-7), which rolled to a 16-0 win over Pioneer behind four goals from Andrea Garcia-Milla and three from Yui Sasajima. Annie Vesey had eight draw controls for the Titans.

In nonleague action, host Menlo School avenged last year’s loss to San Ramon Valley with a 10-9 overtime victory. The Knights (9-6) got the winning goal when freshman Bella Scolla fed junior Allison Liddle, who scored with just 1:29 gone in the extra period.

Softball Castilleja continued its push toward a possible title in the WBAL Foothill Division with a 14-3 romp over host Mercy-Burlingame on Wednesday.

Elizabeth Pang had a seasonhigh six RBI on just two hits, one of which was a home run.

Castilleja teammate Kate Wang added two hits and two RBI as the Gators improved to 5-1 in league (11-7 overall). Q

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3022 Whisperwave Circle Sunny newer waterview beauty; 4BR(4th is loft), 2.5BA. Park-like setting. Best price! 4 BR 2.5 BA Sarah Elder CalBRE #00647474 650.324.4456

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Sun 1 - 4

$1,399,000

740/740A Schembri Ln Large lot 10k sf plus, remodeled units! 2 homes with separate meters, fully permitted! BR BA Shawnna Sullivan CalBRE #00856563 650.325.6161

Sat/Sun 1:30 - 4:30

$1,389,000

4173 El Camino Real 1 Mediterranean-style townhouse about 1730 sf w/ open floor plan, 2-car garage, fabulous yard 3 BR 3 BA Julie Lau CalBRE #01052924 650.325.6161

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Sat/Sun 1 - 4

$1,149,000

2732 Goodwin Ave Beautifully updated Woodside Plaza home with 3 BDR, 1 BTH and exceptional outdoor space. 3 BR 1 BA Samie Goodman/Bob Johnston CalBRE #01515818/01228365 650.324.4456

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