By Macy Meinhardt Voice & Viewpoint Staff Reporter
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By Macy Meinhardt Voice & Viewpoint Staff Reporter
SAN DIEGO VOICE & VIEWPOINT 2024
BLACK VOTER SERIES
Pizza, wine, and politics were on the agenda last night at San Diego’s Black and African Women Rise Club’s watch party for the 2024 Presidential Debate.
By Tihut Tamrat Contributing Writer
Hosted by Phil Saenz, Southwestern Political Science Professor, and organized by the Associated Student Organization(ASO) and Office of Student Activities, the loud and lively Presidential Debate Watch Party at Southwestern College was one to attend this past Tuesday. A polling survey QR code, formulated by Professor Saenz and the department, was displayed around the room to track general stances and reactions throughout the Presidential Debate. With pizza and beverages to entice college students, the long-awaited debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris is underway.
The watch party at Southwestern College was as diverse as it could get. Young interested college students taking a political science class, parents of college students dropping by to visit their child, Professors of Political Science,
“She has exceeded my expectations, she has reminded him of all the things that he [Former President Donald Trump] didn't do, that he doesn't know how to do—I'm just so happy,” said Alyce Pipkin-Allen.
women.
Pipkin-Allen is the founder and co-president of the San Diego County Black and African Women Rise (BAWR), a chartered democratic club in San Diego County, focused
Philosophy, and Debate, older women, children of Professors, faculty, Black students, white students, and Asian students.
Harris opened with a statement that set the scene for how the rest of the debate would go. Trump counteracted the opening statement with attacks on Harris and
incoherent facts that frustrated the crowd of listeners, and the debate moderators, as the debate went on.
During the commercial break, the room filled with voices dissecting what happened in the first half of the debate, and Professor Saenz urged everyone to fill out the polling survey.
The debate had ended and the discussion portion began, first, the results of the polling survey were shared with 72 responses. 62.5% of the room polled that they came to the debate night wanting to vote for Harris and would be leaving still voting for Harris, 1.4% polled came in voting for Trump and would be leaving voting for Harris, and 18.1% polled that they came in undecided and would be leaving voting for Harris.
Before/After Breakdown of Voter Preference
More results of the survey showed a pie-graph breakdown that Harris did a better job addressing the economy at 80.6% , border-security at 76.4% , immigration at 81.9% , foreign-policy at 81.9% , abortion issue at 94.4% , environment at 93.1% , an overall better job at voicing her policies in Protecting Our Democracy at 88.9% . All of which are percentages that reflect poorly on Trump’s performance at Southwestern College.
Professor Saenz concluded the discussion with his goal for putting on the event. “ I want to remind all of you that this is an ongoing effort to try to increase voter registration. ASO, student activities, and myself will be continuing on with that effort, with more info on the electoral college on October 15th. I want to thank all of you for coming out tonight, I appreciate it.”
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bringing to your attention for years.”
For 12 years, Arroyo and her four children lived in a two-bedroom apartment in Sa n Diego’s Spring Valley neighborhood. Then, in 2021, the building was acquired by Blackstone, a private equity firm and one of the largest landlords in the United States. That’s when Arroyo said a list of maintenance issues, including mold, went unresolved.
In January, Arroyo said that she withheld her rent payment in protest. Next came an eviction notice in February.
Arroyo’s story is part of an increasing pattern of displaced tenants at Blackstone-owned properties, according to a report in August by the Private Equity Stakeholder Project (PESP) and the Alliance of Californians for Community Empowerment Action (ACCE)
“Blackstone has a strong financial incentive to evict existing tenants in San Diego b ecause California law limits how much a landlord can increase rents for current tenants,“ said Jordan Ash, the housing director for the PESP and author of the report.
Under California law, landlords can raise rent annually by up to 10 percent – or by 5 percent plus the percentage change in the cost of living, whichever is lower. But the law does not apply to new tenants.
Minorities, specifically women, are disproportionately impacted by this. Nationwide, Black women are twice as likely to face an eviction and housing instability compared to white women, according to a recent report from the Center for American Progress.
“Given that nonpayment of rent is the leading cause of eviction, understanding the unjust economic disadvantages historically and currently faced by Black women in this country is integral to understanding the disproportionate occurrence of eviction,” the report states. Nationwide, Blackstone’s properties are con-
centrated in neighborhoods where Black residents make up 58 percent of the population, according to the PESP and ACCE analysis. In San Diego, Blackstone-owned apartments are primarily located within El Cajon, National City, Santee, Spring Valley, Chula Vista, Ramona, and Pacific Beach.
In July, the San Diego Board of Supervisors voted to look into nationwide lawsuits against “corporate bad actors,” including Blackstone.
“In recent years, private equity giants and large corporations are increasingly buying up the nation’s scarce supply of homes, including in the San Diego region — driving up prices for their own profit and making the housing affordability crisis worse,” said Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer, who spearheaded the initiative.
Blackstone’s History in San Diego
In 2021, Blackstone acquired 66 rental buildings comprising 5,800 relatively low-cost units across San Diego county for approximately $1.5 billion.
Prior to Blackstone’s purchase, the analysis says, many of the housing units were considered affordable without being subsidized by any government program. However, since Blackstone’s acquisition, the apartments owned by the firm have increased by 38 percent, from an average $1,696 to $2,339, according to Yardi Matrix, a division of the property-management software firm Yardi.
Blackstone did not grant Voice & Viewpoint an interview for this article, but a spokesperson, Jeffrey Kauth, did offer statements by email. Responding to criticism about higher rents, Kauth wrote: “The reality is that average rents at these San Diego communities are 20 percent below the San Diego market average.”
Ash, at PESP, argued that while rents at Blackstone's San Diego properties may have been below the local average, “that doesn't
say much since San Diego is one of the most expensive areas in the country.”
The reality of higher rent has left tenants like ninety-one-year-old Rob Chappell struggling. Since 2020, Chappell said that he had lived in the State Apartments in Rolando Park without complaint. Since the Blackstone acquisition, he said, undisclosed fees and add-ons to his rent have arrived steadily, increasing his monthly payments from $500 to more than $700, he said. The remainder of Chappell’s rent is government-subsidized, he said.
Chappell said that he has not been told why his rent has increased.
“I’ve been here, I pay my rent on time, and now they keep bugging me that I owe money,” said Chappell, who lives alone. “How can that be if I pay my rent every month, and now I owe more money. What money?”
Tenant Jontue Andres faces a similar dilemma. She lived in the Blackstone-owned Terre E Bradley Apartments in El Cajon since May 2020 where, according to the joint PESPACCE analysis, the monthly cost for new rentals has increased by 50 percent from $2,092 to $3,141 from 2021 to 2024, respectively.
In July, Andres said she was locked out of her payment portal account and informed that she was placed on eviction status. When asked why, she said that she was told by her landlord that she had an outstanding balance of $490 from the previous two months.
Andres says she was unaware of the remaining balance. In order to remain in her apartment she would need to pay $3,898, which included her outstanding balance, her July rent, and $1,225 in eviction fees.
Andres added that her time at the Terre E Bradley Apartments was marked by a “nightmare” rat infestation. In photos she provided to Voice & Viewpoint, rat droppings litter the carpets and her childrens’ bedding. Another photo showed gnaw marks on her baby bottles. Andres said she emailed and verbally complained to her landlord on multiple occasions of the infestation, which she said led to no effective solution.
“If they would have come in and conquered the issue to begin with, when I first let them
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know, then it wouldn't be as big of an issue as it is now,” said Andres.
Ash said that what is happening in San Diego fits with Blackstone’s impact on the national rental market. “With corporate landlords, their main goal is to make money,” he said. “They're not concerned with tenant satisfaction. It would fit with their business model of using certain tactics to get people to leave, whether it's through eviction or just by creating circumstances so that people would choose to leave.”
In his emailed statement, Kauth denied allegations of tenant neglect as a tactic for displacing residents. “That is categorically false,” he wrote. “The truth is quite the opposite – we have invested over $100 million to improve living conditions and have already completed over 44,000 repairs, including those that were previously unaddressed before our ownership.”
Eviction Disparities, Blackstone Impacts on Livelihoods, Housing Security
In Jennifer Arroyo's case, she took her argument to the Legal Aid Society of San Diego after she received her eviction notice. Her attorney was able to send an investigator to her apartment to document her living conditions, which later helped her win the eviction suit and be given back her security deposit.
“For renters, knowledge is powerful, and knowing what your rights are is very important,” said Legal Aid lawyer Gilberto Vera. Despite winning her lawsuit, Arroyo and her children still remain without a permanent home.
Evictions can lead to homelessness, said Vera. “That's one of the hard truths I realized,” he said.
It’s a reality that San Diego County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer wants to tackle.
“We're looking at legal action against any major corporate Wall Street investor who's illegally fixing prices and driving up rents in San Diego County,” she said. “That's one big thing that we've been working on, and that specifically targets Blackstone."
It's no secret that for many Black women, including the ones in BAWR, Kamala Harris' entry into the 2024 presidential race has ignited a wave of energy and enthusiasm into this election cycle. While early polling indicates that Harris is likely to secure the Black vote by a wide margin, these queens were still eager to see how Harris would fare against Trump in a debate.
Harris' background as a prosecutor was on full display during Tuesday night's debate as she slammed Trump’s criminal background, while also repeatedly challenging his views on immigration, abortion, and the economy.
“That's rich coming from someone who has been prosecuted for national security crimes, economic crimes, election interference, has been liable for sexual assault and his next big court appearance is in November at his own criminal sentencing”, said Harris.
In late May, Trump became the first US President to be charged as a felon, charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records.
Cynthia Raimo, a resident of San Diego for 50 years and member of BAWR, concurs with Harris on his problematic record.
“I don't understand how the Republican Party would even put a criminal to run for office. And I'm not even sure why we, the US America, could even allow somebody with a record to even work for President, you
know?” said Raimo, during the watch party. Harris’ scrutiny over Trump's criminal record came in response to Trump’s intense focus on immigration throughout the debate and how it has led to higher crime rates throughout the country.
As the two candidates delved into the contentious issue of immigration, the room fell silent as the women sat glued to the TV— with one member remarking, “Oh this is an important one.”
“They’ve destroyed the fabric of our country. Millions of people let in and all over the world, crime is down all over the world, except here. Crime here is up and through the roof,” said Trump. “We have a new form of crime. It’s called migrant crime.”
Based on live fact checking throughout the debate from NBC, the latest FBI’s Uniform Crime Report shows violent crime is down by 15.2% in 2024 in compared to 2023.
The women nodded in approval as Harris laid out her qualifications to handle immigration. “I am the only person on the stage who has prosecuted transnational criminal organizations,” Harris said.
To read the full story on the Black and African Women Rise debate watch party, visit: www.sdvoice.info/these-black-queensare-not-going-back/
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THE RELATIONSHIP OF EVICTIONS TO HOMELESSNESS
By Dr. John E. Warren
The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint is currently featuring an article on Blackstone Investors and their acquisition and maintenance of rental properties in San Diego County. While the term “eviction” is only used in reference to the experience of one particular tenant who withheld her rent in protest leading to her eviction, the unwritten story is that in San Diego, an eviction on your public record, regardless of the outcome of the litigation, if any, is sufficient for a landlord not to rent to you. Evictions follow high rent increases. The article we published makes it clear that in San Diego, evictions carry incentives for landlords in that there
are few, if any, limitations on what can be charged to a new tenant. Evictions can also mean higher security deposits when seeking to find a new place to rent. Security deposits and first and last rent deposits can make the cost of renting a new apartment as high as $5,000. Or more. Hence, we have homeless people living on the streets with jobs and income, but not enough to pay rent and the other bare essentials of living.
The solution to homelessness is not just a matter of more beds and building more housing units when we have perhaps hundreds of vacant new condo and apartment units already built and sitting empty downtown, with more under construction. The real issue is not “affordable” housing, it's “available” housing. None of the ordinances we have on the books in San Diego address this issue. A real look at rents would place a limit on how long landlords and investors can sit on empty properties for tax write-offs and, instead, develop a policy for renting to those who could afford to rent without high-security deposits and first and last month rents that force people out of the rental market.
The 1000-bed shelter that the City of San Diego wants to place on Kettner is not a solution. It’s a band-aid on a problem that continues to grow. While we are looking at who has what on the housing market, how about looking at how many judges are landlords and how they are ruling on tenant issues.
Yes, there is a relationship between evictions and homelessness, but that's only part of a larger issue. Do we really want a change or just more window dressing?
Hope Grows for Alzheimer’s Treatment Amid Disparities
By Hazel Trice Edney
They were nothing short of legendary in their professions. And their works continue to be celebrated nationwide. But, adding to the mystique of America's racial health disparities, they've all died of complications related to Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia that affects memory, thinking and behavior.
Charles Ogletree, founder of the Charles Hamilton Houston Institute for Race and Justice at Harvard Law School, was beloved in the civil rights community. Upon his death, he was described by Harvard as “an intellectual giant, an incredible humanitarian, and a legendary teacher, whose contributions to law and to racial equality were unparalleled”. Among his chief causes was justice for the survivors and descen -
dants of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. Ogletree died of Alzheimer’s last year at the age of 71.
Lani Guinier was a law professor at the University of Pennsylvania in 1993 when she became nationally renowned after President Bill Clinton nominated her as assistant attorney general for civil rights. Following a two-month battle by Republican senators against the nomination because of her views on voting rights and racial inclusion, Clinton ultimately pulled the nomination. Guinier, a lawyer, author, activist and educator who had become the first Black woman to receive tenure at Harvard Law School, died from complications of Alzheimer's in 2022. Guinier was 71.
Likewise, renowned psychologist and dynamic motivational speaker Dr. Julia Ann Reed Hare, who with her beloved husband, Nathan Hare, founded the Black Think Tank in San Francisco, was revered for her insightful commentary on race and racism in America. Their focus on issues affecting Black love relationships and the Black family received wide acclaim. Upon her death from Alzheimer’s at the age of 80 in
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By State Rep. Ron Reynolds
Governor Abbott’s recent announcement about the removal of almost 1 million voters since 2021 is reminiscent of our nation’s darkest times. This is Jim Crow 2.0, plain and simple—a modern-day attempt to suppress the voices of Texans who are already marginalized. As a state representative and a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha, the same fraternity as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., I am outraged that we are still fighting the same battles Dr. King and many others fought decades ago. They marched, protested, and sacrificed so that every American could vote. Yet here we are, in 2024, still struggling to protect this fundamental right.
Governor Abbott’s actions go beyond what he claims is “safeguarding” our elections. Let’s be clear: federal and state laws require regular maintenance of voter rolls to ensure accuracy. He is using the pretense of safeguarding against illegal voting as a rationale for a widespread purge that will unfairly impact communities of color, seniors, and low-income Texans. These are the same people who have historically faced barriers to voting, and now they are being targeted once again. This is voter suppression at its finest, and it is a direct attack on democracy.
The impact of these purges is far-reaching. When nearly a million people are removed from the voter rolls, the result is not just a more streamlined list—it’s a list that is disproportionately whiter, wealthier, and more likely to support the current administration. This is not a coincidence but a deliberate move to disenfranchise those less likely to vote for Governor Abbott and his allies. By framing this as a crackdown on illegal voting, the governor attempts to undermine trust in our elections. The truth is, this isn’t about illegal voting. It’s about power—maintaining it, consolidating it, and keeping it out of the hands of those who dare to challenge the status quo. Texans cannot let this stand. We cannot allow our state to be dragged back to a time when voting was a privilege reserved for a select few. We must fight back against this anti-democratic agenda with everything we have. The first step is to ensure that you, your family, and your friends are registered to vote. Double-check your registration status, make sure your information is current, and encourage others to do the same.
To protect our right to vote, we must be vigilant and proactive and refuse to be silenced. I will continue to fight for the passage of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote federal legislation by Congress. Checking our registration status is only the beginning. We must also turn out in force on November 5th. If we vote in large numbers, our voices cannot be ignored. Let’s send Governor Abbott and his associates a clear message that we will not be swayed, silenced, or stand idly by while our rights are stripped away. This is our state, our democracy, and our future; we will fight for it with everything we have. Governor Abbott’s voter purge is a stark reminder that the struggle for civil rights is far from over. It underscores the persistence of oppressive forces willing to go to any lengths to retain their grip on power. However, it also reawakens our strength, resilience, and determination. We have faced such challenges before and emerged victorious, and we will do so again. As Dr. King famously said, “The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.” This arc only bends when we actively push it, fight for it, and refuse to surrender. Let us roll up our sleeves, get to work, and propel that arc toward justice once more. Let’s fight for our right to vote, for our democracy, and for the future of Texas. United, we will ensure that every voice is heard and that our state progresses forward, not backward.
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James
Hereford
SUNRISE 11/29/1949
SUNSET 08/29/2024
James “Eric” Hereford, born on November 29, 1949, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed on August 29, 2024. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, uncle, friend, mentor, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Life Member Brother, and dedicated political activist and public servant.
Eric attended Howard University and graduated from Ohio University before serving over four years honorably as a Commissioned Officer in the United States Coast Guard.
A 50-year resident of San Diego, Eric was a mentor to many. His community service and political participation included Neighborhood House Association, Black American Political Association of California, San Diego County Democratic Party, California Democratic State Central Committee, and California State Assembly Speaker’s Office.
Active with the San Diego County Democratic Party for more than 35 years, he served for seven years as the County Party’s East Area Vice Chair, and before that, as Political Director.
Eric was the Vice Chair and Secretary of the California Democratic Party’s African-American Caucus and twice a California Delegate to the Democratic National Convention. He chaired two CDP Assembly District Committees 77th/79th and held leadership roles with the La Mesa-Foothills and Martin Luther King Democratic Clubs.
For over 30 years, Eric worked with the California State Assembly Speaker’s Office. He served the late Assemblyman Peter Chacon, ten Assembly Democratic Speakers from Speaker Willie Brown to Speaker Anthony Rendon, and the California Senate President pro Tempore Emeritus Toni Atkins.
At the time of his passing, Eric was Chair of the 79th Assembly District Senior Advisory Council, appointed delegate to Assemblymember Dr. Akilah Weber, and SDCDP Central Committee member and Co-Chair of Candidate Recruitment, Evaluations, and Development Committee.
For 43 years, Eric embodied the true spirit of companionship and love with his wife, Patricia. Together, raising three children, they built a life centered on honesty, loyalty, and compassion. Eric loved his family dearly and he was a guiding light, always encouraging them to follow their dreams and live true to their hearts.
Eric leaves behind his wife, Patricia, his children and their spouses — Kristina Audra-Pilar Hereford Watkins and Dr. Lavar Watkins, James Eric Hereford II and Zoë Adams Hereford, and Natalie Ann Hereford, his brother Michael, four grandchildren, a large extended family, and a vast network of friends and colleagues who will deeply miss him.
Service Information: Thursday, September 26, 2024, at 11:00 am at the First United Methodist Church at 2111 Camino del Rio South, San Diego.
Jean
Farrington
SUNRISE 08/16/1962
SUNSET 09/03/2024
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Jean E. Farrington, a beacon of courage and love, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2024, at the age of 62. Born on August 16, 1962, in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, to Janet Smith and embraced by her cherished grandparents, Charles Henry and Mildred “Granny” Smith, Jean’s life was a testament to her faith-filled spirit and her unwavering determination to make a difference. Growing up in a nurturing St. Thomas environment, Jean received her education within the local system, which laid a strong foundation for her future achievements. In 1989, she ventured to San Diego, California, where she completed her secretarial studies, equipping her with the skills that would serve her well throughout her professional journey. Jean’s career was marked by her longstanding dedication to Access to Independence, where she served as the information coordinator and the executive assistant to the director for 28 years. In her role, she was not only a steadfast employee but also a compassionate advocate for seniors and persons with disabilities. Her recommendations and advocacy work were integral to the organization, and she developed deep, lasting connections with co-workers, families, and various resource entities.
The same passion that Jean had was evident in her personal life as well. An active sports enthusiast, she relished the competition and camaraderie found in wheelchair basketball and table tennis. Her competitive nature was always accompanied by a sense of fun.
Jean’s commitment to service extended into her spiritual life. For over two decades, she was a devoted member of New Creation Church, where her involvement reflected her desire to help others with the children’s ministry, Women of Faith, and 50 Plus. She supported the community cancer walk and devoted her time and treasure to “Blessed Women”, serving dinners to the homeless community each November.
Jean’s daughter Alexya Props, brothers; Melvin and John Farrington, aunts; Addie Smith, Sylvia Thomas, and Vertalie Lee, uncles; Rehal and Theodore Smith, cousins; Walter, Gerald, Alvin, Donahue, Fritroy, Elvin and Michael, will remember her as a woman of extraordinary strength and kindness.
Her family takes comfort in knowing that the values Jean embodied will continue to resonate with those who were fortunate enough to know her. Courageous in the face of adversity, loving in every interaction, and faithfilled in every moment, Jean E. Farrington’s legacy is one of perseverance and unwavering positivity.
Her memory will be cherished and kept alive by all who were touched by her generous spirit.
Reba
Elder
SUNRISE 12/01/1935
SUNSET 09/02/2024
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On December 1, 1935, in Honey Grove, Texas, a baby girl named Reba Mae Hicks was born to Senolia Butler & James Hicks. By the age of two, Reba was relocated to San Diego, CA. There, her mother met Milton Freeman who had three sons; Milton Jr., Larry, and Gerald Freeman . At the age of six, she became a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She attended Chester Elementary & Junior High, and completed her education at Kearney High School.
Reba worked at Montgomery Wards for 16 years, becoming the first black female to hold a managing position throughout all Montgomery Wards. On Wednesdays, she would model wearing their clothing and her beautiful smile. Reba retired as an accountant at the Price Company.
In her teenage years she enjoyed riding motorcycles, driving her uncles stick shift truck, and speeding down the street in a 66 chevy. Reba was a excellent bowler. She enjoyed good foods and great laughs with her family and friends. She loved playing and winning bingo, spending quality time with her grandkids, and visiting with her best friends; Gwen Campbell, Kathleen Hale, Johnnie Banks, and Phyllis Peppers, of whom have preceded her in death. The best times of her life were spent with her husband of 51 years, Thomas Edward Elder.
On September 2, 2024, Reba was called home to be with the Lord.
She was proceeded in death by her husband Thomas Elder, her parents; Sanola & Milton Freeman, great granddaughter Keimonie Thomspon, aunts; Katherine and Hildred, and sons; Ronald & Marcus Elder.
Life will never be the same without Reba, & the lives she touched and leaves behind are great and many. She leaves to cherish and carry on her memory her children; James Bransford (Jeri), Sonia Woodoson, Charzel Shears, LaRhonda Shears, Kathy Shears, Chrsitina Elder Falls (Ronald) , and Gerald Elder (Debra), special granddaughter Andrea Harper (Jason), a host of grandkids & great grandkids, and 1 great great grandson Messiah.
“ Memory is a way of holding on to the things you love, the things you are, the things you never want to lose ” †¢
Venoria
Lindsay
SUNRISE 07/06/1939
SUNSET 09/11/2024
Melody Elaine
SUNRISE 09/27/1965
SUNSET 08/29/2024
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Melody Elaine Cottingham, affectionally known as “Mel Mel” and “Pearl”, was born on September 27, 1965, to proud parents Bessie Gibbs and Bucky Cottingham. Receiving her formal education in the San Diego Unified School District, Melody graduated from Lincoln High School. Melody accepted Christ in her life at an early age.
Having such a nurturing spirit and always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need made Melody a natural as a caregiver in the healthcare field where she worked. A beautiful person inside and out, she was loving, dependable, responsible, and kind. But if she was crossed, she had no problem “speaking her mind”. That was “Mel Mel”.
Melody liked hanging out with family and friends, listening to music, dancing and singing, going to the casino with her husband, and having a great time being the life of the party!
On August 29, 2024, Melody Elaine Cottingham passed away peacefully in San Diego. She was surrounded by family as God called her home, and she is no longer in pain.
Melody was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents; Thelma and A.C. Gibbs, brother Marvin Cottingham, uncle Richard Gibbs, and nephew Marion Cottingham.
Melody is survived by husband Ronald King (Kidd), three sons; Marko Johnson, Chaz Johnson (ShaLiea Johnson) and William Cottingham, daughter Jasmen Fletcher, two brothers; Glenn Moore and Billy Curtis, three sisters; Marcella Cottingham, Marsi Cottingham, and Marissa Hamilton, four grandchildren; Anya, Malachi, Makaiyah, and Nalaijah, great niece Alyion, special cousins; Michelle Cottingham and Wille Allen, and many other relatives and friends who will all miss her dearly.
May Time Soften Your Pain
In times of darkness, love sees… In times of silence, love hears... In times of doubt, love hopes… In times of sorrow, love heals... And in all times, love remembers. May time soften the pain Until all that remains Is the warmth of the memories And the love.
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On July 6, 1939, Dr. Charles Andrews delivered Venoria 3 minutes after her twin, Victoria.
Her formative years were spent at St. James AME (on the West side), in San Antonio, TX, where she participated in the Choir, the Usher board, and in Sunday School. Venoria attended Dana Junior High School in San Diego, CA, and graduated from Pt. Loma High School in 1957. After high school graduation, she attended Kelsey Jennings School of Business.
Venoria lived in Frontier Housing and was a member of the Acettes, which of course had jackets and gym dances. Venoria was often referred to as “High Pockets”, “Frijoles”, “Sis Vee” and “NoNo”, and her favorite meal was “Liver and Onions”.
Venoria joined Bethel AME in 1952. She participated and performed in the American Legion Drum and Bugle Corp. with people like Cynthia Rogers, Wanda Stepp, Judy Latham, and others. She worked at the Grocery Store on 36th and Ocean View Blvd., The Tax Started Program, Area E under Don Logans, Albritten Tax Service on Market St., a Lead Precinct Elections Worker, a member of the Secretarial and Clerical Associate, and ultimately retire from Pacific Bell, after 20+ years.
Venoria and her husband John Lindsay moved to Japan with their son Byron and had 2 additional sons, Dwayne and Troy. They relocated to Vallejo, CA, and years later she moved back to San Diego, where her youngest and only daughter, Danielle Lavette, was born.
Following her oldest son Byron’s death, a USA Olympic Boxer, she became a Master Official/Level III, President of California Border Association Local Boxing Committee #44 (serving San Diego and Imperial Counties). She was a Volunteer at the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles, CA, and an Official at the 1992 Olympics in Atlanta, GA, and received many awards. Venoria also served as Secretary for the TNBA local San Diego Senate and travelled extensively across the country.
Venoria passed away on September 11, 2024.
She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter Danielle Lavette (Dana) Rutherford, Sister Pearlie (Ray) Killens, grandchildren; Dwayne Kelly Lindsay, Dionna Sharpe, Vereisha Linsay, Ajjahh Lindsay, LaTrell Tyree Lindsay, Tatiana Hudson (Tranell), Dakaia Milan Rutherford, and Danaia Bryann Rutherford, play sister Lula Bell, and a host of nieces and nephews.
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Poll Workers Still Needed for Presidential General Election
The Registrar of Voters is recruiting poll workers for the November Presidential General Election. Bilingual workers in English, Chinese, Vietnamese, Filipino, Laotian, Arabic, Japanese, Korean, Somali, and Persian (Farsi and Dari) are urgently needed.
Poll workers will staff vote centers for up to 11 days, from October 26 to November 4, earning $145 per day, and $240 on Election Day. Bilingual workers receive an additional $5 per day, increasing to $10 on Election Day.
Responsibilities include providing customer service, assisting diverse voters, attending paid training, and maintaining political neutrality. Applicants must be 18, a U.S. citi-
Greenbrier Village Offers Affordable Housing in Oceanside
zen or permanent resident, and provide their own transportation.
Apply at sdvote.com or contact (858) 5655800 / pollworker@sdcounty.ca.gov for more details.
opened today. Developed by National CORE, the complex includes 60 studio and one-bedroom apartments, with units set aside for veterans and young adults aging out of foster care. It also features accessible apartments for people with physical disabilities and those with hearing and visual impairments.
Greenbrier Village, a new affordable housing development in Oceanside, officially
Amenities include a large common room, outdoor spaces, a community garden, barbecue areas, and laundry facilities. Located near shops, restaurants, and the Sprinter rail line, the property offers on-site case management, health services, financial coaching, and more.
For more details, visit National CORE.
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CA Homeless Count Is Up 8% From 2022
By Lynn La Calmatters
An exclusive CalMatters analysis of the latest California homeless count reveals some good news and bad news: Though the growth rate of homelessness appears to be slowing, the overall number of unhoused Californians increased from two years ago.
As CalMatters homelessness reporter Marisa Kendall explains, the data from the federally-mandated count that occurred in January shows that nearly 186,000 Californians live on the streets and in homeless shelters.
That’s an 8% increase from the 181,000 people counted in 2022, the most recent year most counties in the state counted people living in encampments. And while any increase is discouraging given the billions of dollars California has spent to ease the crisis, the growth rate is smaller compared to years past, when the homeless population grew at least 13% every two years from 2015 to 2022.
Though this snapshot is important for guiding policy and determining how state and local funds are allocated, experts and advocates warn that the data should be taken with a healthy dose of skepticism. The actual number of homeless Californians is likely higher; not all counties conduct their counts the same year, making comparisons imperfect; and different counties have different approaches to the count (some send out volunteers to the streets, others use algorithms to estimate populations).
Given the caveats, there are still some illuminating takeaways:
• S an Joaquin County: Homelessness doubled this year compared to the county’s 2022 count. Activists point to rising rents, but the county also changed its methodology this year.
• Sacramento County: The county saw the biggest drop in homelessness, falling 29% overall compared to its 2022 count. But it also changed the way it counted this year, switching to a data firm instead of researchers at Sacramento State University.
• San Diego: After passing an ordinance last year cracking down on encampments, the number of people sleeping outside without shelter increased 6% in the city compared to last year. But the number doesn’t classify sanctioned camps and safe parking sites as shelters, which Mayor Todd Gloria called “frustrating.” He told CalMatters he believes “the streets are better today than they were a year ago.”
Homelessness remains one of the state’s most intractable issues. The Public Policy Institute of California reports that since January 2021, homelessness has been consistently cited as one of the top three issues facing the state, and a February poll found that four in ten surveyed named economic conditions and homelessness as the top issues for state lawmakers to work on. Last month in a warning to counties to clear encampments, Gov. Gavin Newsom described the crisis as the “biggest scar in the reputation of the state of California.”
The increase in hate-based littering and the distribution of hateful flyers, posters, and symbols has sparked growing concern. Hate groups are using these methods to amplify their impact while remaining covert. In response, Assemblymember Chris Ward, San Diego City Councilmember Raul Campillo, Mayor Todd Gloria, and City Attorney Mara Elliott have introduced AB 3024, known as The Stop Hate Littering Act. This bill aims to enhance protections for victims and provide law enforcement with new tools to hold offenders accountable. It is now awaiting Governor Newsom's approval.
anti-Semitic assault, vandalism, and harassment in the U.S., the highest since tracking began in 1979. Recent incidents include anti-Semitic flyers in Berkeley, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Concord, and San Diego, as well as anti-Armenian flyers in Los Angeles and Fresno.
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) reports a troubling rise in anti-Semitic incidents. In 2023, the ADL recorded over 3,600 acts of
Attorney General Rob Bonta’s 2022 Hate Crime Report revealed a 20% increase in hate crimes in California from 2021 to 2022.
The Stop Hate Littering Act seeks to address the legal challenges in prosecuting hate littering by building on the Ralph Act of 1976, which ensures the right to be free from intimidation and violence. The bill aims to improve victim protection, provide civil recourse, and equip law enforcement with new tools to combat hate crimes.
Governor Newsom has until October 30, 2024, to decide on the bill.
Pew Report Reveals Racial and Political Bias in Local Crime News
By Stacy M. Brown
A new report from the Pew Research Center, as part of the PewKnight Initiative, has revealed how Americans perceive and consume local crime news, highlighting significant racial, ethnic, and political disparities. Based on a survey of 5,146 U.S. adults conducted in January and funded jointly by The Pew Charitable Trusts and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, the study is the third in a series examining how Americans engage with local news.
One of the report’s key findings is that more Americans get news and information about local crime than any other local topic except the weather. The study found that 71% of U.S. adults often or sometimes receive news about local crime from friends, family, and neighbors, while a nearly identical share (70%) gets this news from local
news outlets.
The report also highlights that Black Americans are particularly likely to perceive local crime news as biased, especially in terms of racial and ethnic fairness. This perception aligns with previous Pew Research findings that have shown Black Americans to be more attuned to racial bias in both policing and news coverage. Black
Americans are also more engaged with local crime news, with 45% reporting that they often get news about local crime—a higher rate than that of Hispanic, white, or Asian Americans. Additionally, nearly half of Black respondents (48%) reported seeing news about violent crime at least weekly, which is significantly higher than other racial and ethnic groups.
Researchers said the consumption of local crime news also is closely linked to concerns about personal safety. The study found that Americans who regularly consume local crime news are more likely to express concern about crime affecting them or their families.
Among frequent crime news consumers, 65% report at least some concern, including 33% who are extremely or very concerned. This heightened concern is particularly evident among Black Americans, who are more likely to view crime as a pressing issue for the president and Congress to address.
The report also delves into the emotional impact of local crime news, noting that frequent consumers of such news are more likely to feel concerned, angry, or afraid about what is happening in their communities. However, these emotions only sometimes translate into community action. Only 52% of respondents said they feel motivated to change things in their
community after consuming crime news, and just 48% feel confident that things will improve.
The report also addresses the gap between public perception and actual crime statistics. Despite FBI data showing that property crimes are more common than violent crimes, the public perceives these two types of crime as occurring at similar rates. This discrepancy between perception and reality is particularly pronounced among those who frequently consume crime news, possibly contributing to heightened concerns about personal safety.
Trust in crime news remains relatively high, particularly when the information comes from local law enforcement or news outlets. About 79% of respondents who get their news from local news outlets and 77% from local law enforcement consider the information at least somewhat accurate. However, only a quarter believe that any source provides very accurate information.
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Aneeka Chaudhry, assistant director of the Alameda County Health Care Services Agency, speaks with a homeless person during Alameda County’s 2024 point-in-time count in Berkeley on Jan. 25, 2024. PHOTO: Loren Elliott /CalMatters
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Coronado’s Dark Past: Soil Collection Ceremony for Alton Collier
By Tihut Tamrat Contributing Writer
n Centennial Park, Saturday, September 7th at 10 am, the Coronado Historical Association partnered with the Coronado Community Remembrance Coalition to locally memorialize Coronado resident Alton Collier, a victim of racial violence who was killed while riding the CoronadoSan Diego ferry in 1946. The soil collected from the bottom of the San Diego Bay as remembrance will be sent to Equal Justice Initiative’s Legacy Museum in Montgomery, Alabama as a permanent display of soil collected from racial terror sites.
According to reports from the San Diego and Los Angeles Black Press in 1946, Collier was seated quietly in the boat's stern and was assaulted by two drunken sailors who yelled, “there’s a n___r now” and kicked him. The
“very quiet and unassuming” Collier moved to the bow to escape, but the sailors followed. He was “struck to the ground with a reef hook” and then “four other sailors, all white, joined in the fight and threw him overboard.” Collier fell nearly 15 feet into San Diego Bay. The crew briefly tried to “rescue” him before continuing to San Diego, Collier was never to be seen again.
During the ceremony, Ruthie Grant-Williams, member of the Coronado Community Remembrance Coalition gave a biography of Alton Collier and stated that Collier’s wife, “Georgia, demanded an investigation. But Coronado and the San Diego Police refused to take up an official investigation on jurisdictional grounds, claiming the bay was a legal ‘no man’s land’.”
“Both the San Diego County coroner and subsequent coroners in quest, determined that Alton’s death was suicide by drowning. No one was charged in Alton's death”, she continued.
Starla Lewis, Professor at San Diego Mesa College, followed with a powerful poem titled, “Save the Whales” to acknowledge that lynchings are not just a thing of the past and the importance of recognizing the history we are all a part of.
Dr. John E. Warren, Publisher of Voice & Viewpoint , stands on the shoulder of 198-
year-old Black Press.
He noted, “While we have come a long way, in many respects we have not come as far as we think. As I was sitting here listening, my mind raced back to the ordeal that Nina Simone had when she did that song about ‘Strange Fruit’, how peo ple didn’t want that song sung. But the Strange Fruit was Black people hanging from trees,” drawing a parallel between past and present lynchings.
The soil collection ceremony commenced and was facilitated by Jason Sevier, member of the Coronado Community Remembrance Coalition, as attendees stood in line to drop a bit of soil into Collier’s jar in respect and remembrance.
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Larry Collier Hall, a descendant of Alton Collier, gave his thanks to everyone for attending and was glad to be a part of the ceremony.
this bright and sunny day, the Soil Collection ceremony was well-attended, prayers were given, songs were sung, and Coronado’s dark past was remembered.
Ruthie Grant-Williams presents biography of Alton Collier. PHOTO: Tihut Tamrat
(L to R) Yvette Porter Moore and Jason Sevier filling soil in jars to be sent to the Legacy Museum in Montgomery, Alabama. PHOTO: Tihut Tamrat
(L to R) Caroline Ashley; Larry Collier Hall, descendant of Alton Collier; and Kevin Ashley. PHOTO: Joel Ortiz
Photos by Joel Ortiz courtesy of Yvetee Porter Moore
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PHOTO: Joel Ortiz
PHOTO: Joel Ortiz Clarence McDuffie III, Khalil Childs, and Prince Ntirandekura performing the closing song. PHOTO: Tihu Tamratt
Jackie Thompson Day: SAN DIEGO’S 1972 OLYMPIAN AND LEGEND
By Tihut Tamrat Contributing Writer
On Saturday, September 7th, Robert E. Dean, Co-Host of The Wake Up Morning Show of GODRadio1.com, put a celebration together to elevate and acknowledge local history maker Jackie Thompson, San Diego’s first Black female Olympian and Track and Field legend of the 1972 Summer Olympics. This event brought the whole community together in the middle of the day at St. Stephen’s Cathedral Church, show ing their love and support for Ms. Thompson despite the injustices she faced as a Black female athlete.
Jackie Thompson, San Diegan resident, and former Lincoln High School senior, unquestionably earned her spot in the Summer Olympic Games. She arrived at the Saturday event looking radiant and ready to be celebrated for her overshadowed and overlooked accomplishments, having been cheated out of her win in the finalists’ race. Forever known for her swift feet and long strides, “The Gazelle”, as she is affectionately known, was coached by Audrey Mickey Patterson, the first African-American woman to win an Olympic medal. Patterson’s group, the Mickey’s Missiles, also known as Southeastern’s power house track team, reunited at the church to be recognized by the community after 52 years.
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s representa tive, Korral Taylor, who is the Community Representative for Districts 4 and 7, officially pro claimed September 7th, 2024 as ‘Jackie Thompson Day’. The long-awaited recognition came as applause and cheers rung from inside the Church walls.
Testimonials and kind words from high school friends, coaches, and Ms. Thomspon’s son showed the admiration, love, and care the community had for Thompsom, being the first Black woman to win a medal for San Diego.
Finally, Jackie Thompson has been honored by the City of San Diego and her community for her remarkable achievements, reuniting with old teammates on Jackie Thompson Day!
PHOTOS: Tihut Tamrat
(L to R) Korral Taylor and Jackie Thompson
Jackie Thompson’s son
Robert E. Dean
Voting Guide 2024
THE SAN DIEGO VOICE & VIEWPOINT RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE GENERAL ELECTION 2024
The following is a list of propositions and measures that will be on the November 5, 2024 General Election ballot. Propositions and measures without a listed recommendation were not decided upon at press time. You, as the readers, are encouraged to make up your own minds. The important thing is that you vote and that you understand the importance of your vote. This list will appear on our website as well.
PROPOSITIONS & BALLOT MEASURES
GENERAL ELECTION - NOVEMBER 5, 2024
STATEWIDE PROPOSITIONS
BONDS
PROPOSITION 2:
RECOMMENDATION:
ISSUE $10 BILLION IN BONDS TO FUND CONSTRUCTION AND MODERNIZATION OF PUBLIC EDUCATION FACILITIES
PRO: MANY SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY COLLEGES ARE OUTDATED AND NEED BASIC HEALTH AND SAFETY REPAIRS TO PREPARE STUDENTS FOR COLLEGE AND CAREERS AND TO RETAIN AND ATTRACT QUALITY TEACHERS. PROP. 2 MEETS THOSE NEEDS AND REQUIRES STRICT TAXPAYER ACCOUNTABILITY SO FUNDS ARE SPENT AS PROMISED WITH LOCAL CONTROL.
CON: PROPOSITION 2 WILL INCREASE BOND OBLIGATIONS BY $10 BILLION, WHICH WILL COST TAXPAYERS $18 BILLION (ESTIMATED) WHEN REPAID WITH INTEREST.
PROPOSITION 4:
RECOMMENDATION:
ISSUE $10 BILLION IN BONDS TO FUND STATE AND LOCAL PARKS, ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PROJECTS, WATER INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS, ENERGY PROJECTS, AND FLOOD PROTECTION PROJECTS
PRO: YES ON 4 FOR SAFE DRINKING WATER, WILDFIRE PREVENTION, CLEAN AIR, AND PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES. CALIFORNIA FIREFIGHTERS, CONSERVATION GROUPS, CLEAN WATER ADVOCATES URGE YES. ACCOUNTABLE, FISCALLY RESPONSIBLE, WITH INDEPENDENT AUDITS, STRICT TRANSPARENCY. PROACTIVE APPROACH SAVES MONEY AND PREVENTS THE WORST IMPACTS OF DEVASTATING WILDFIRES, SMOKE, DROUGHTS, AND POLLUTION.
CON: BONDS ARE THE MOST EXPENSIVE WAY TO FUND GOVERNMENT SPENDING. WATER AND WILDFIRE MITIGATION ARE NECESSITIES, NOT LUXURIES. THEY SHOULD BE BUDGETED FOR, NOT BONDED. MISMANAGEMENT LED TO THIS CRISIS. THIS $10 BILLION BOND WILL COST TAXPAYERS ALMOST $2 TO REPAY FOR EVERY DOLLAR SPENT.
HEALTHCARE
PROPOSITION 35:
RECOMMENDATION:
PERMANENTLY AUTHORIZES A TAX ON MANAGED CARE ORGANIZATIONS TO FUND MEDICAL PROGRAMS
PRO: YES ON 35 ADDRESSES OUR URGENT HEALTHCARE CRISIS BY SECURING DEDICATED FUNDING—WITHOUT RAISING TAXES—TO PROTECT ACCESS TO PRIMARY AND SPECIALTY CARE, COMMUNITY CLINICS, HOSPITALS, ERS, FAMILY PLANNING, AND MENTAL HEALTH PROVIDERS. PROP. 35 PREVENTS THE STATE FROM REDIRECTING FUNDS FOR NON-HEALTHCARE PURPOSES.
CON: NO ARGUMENT AGAINST PROPOSITION 35 WAS SUBMITTED.
PROPOSITION 34:
RESTRICTS SPENDING OF PRESCRIPTION DRUG REVENUES BY CERTAIN HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS
PRO: PROPOSITION 34 WILL PROTECT PATIENTS AND ENSURE PUBLIC HEALTHCARE DOLLARS ACTUALLY GO TO PATIENTS WHO NEED IT. PROP. 34 WILL CLOSE A LOOPHOLE THAT ALLOWS CORPORATIONS TO SPEND THIS MONEY ON THINGS LIKE BUYING STADIUM NAMING RIGHTS AND MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR CEO SALARIES. PROTECT PATIENTS NOW.
CON: THE REVENGE INITIATIVE. THE CALIFORNIA APARTMENT ASSOCIATION, REPRESENTING BILLIONAIRE CORPORATE LANDLORDS, DOESN'T CARE ABOUT PATIENTS. THEIR SOLE PURPOSE IS SILENCING AIDS HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION, THE SPONSOR OF THE RENT CONTROL INITIATIVE. 34 WEAPONIZES THE BALLOT, IS A THREAT TO DEMOCRACY, AND OPENS THE DOOR TO ATTACKS ON ANY NON-PROFIT.
RECOMMENDATION: TBD
VOTING
PROPOSITION 5:
RECOMMENDATION:
ALLOWS LOCAL BONDS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE WITH 55% VOTER APPROVAL. LEGISLATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT
PRO: PROP. 5 SHIFTS LOCAL SPENDING PRIORITIES AWAY FROM STATE GOVERNMENT, GIVING LOCAL VOTERS AND TAXPAYERS THE CHOICE AND THE TOOLS TO ADDRESS THE CHALLENGES FACING THEIR COMMUNITIES. PROP. 5 EMPOWERS LOCAL VOTERS TO SOLVE LOCAL PROBLEMS.
CON: PROP. 5 CHANGES THE CONSTITUTION TO MAKE IT EASIER TO INCREASE BOND DEBT, LEADING TO HIGHER PROPERTY TAXES. PROP. 5 SHIFTS THE FINANCIAL BURDEN FROM THE STATE TO LOCAL COMMUNITIES, INCREASING COSTS FOR HOMEOWNERS, RENTERS, AND CONSUMERS. POLITICIANS WROTE LOOPHOLES IN PROP. 5 SO "INFRASTRUCTURE" CAN MEAN JUST ABOUT ANYTHING.
CIVIL RIGHTS
PROPOSITION 3:
RECOMMENDATION:
REPEAL PROPOSITION 8 AND ESTABLISH A RIGHT TO MARRY
PRO: PROPOSITION 3 PROTECTS CALIFORNIANS' FREEDOM TO MARRY, REGARDLESS OF THEIR RACE OR GENDER. PROPOSITION 3 REMOVES DISCRIMINATORY LANGUAGE FROM THE CALIFORNIA C ONSTITUTION STATING MARRIAGE IS ONLY BETWEEN A MAN AND A WOMAN. PROPOSITION 3 REINFORCES CALIFORNIA'S COMMITMENT TO CIVIL RIGHTS AND PROTECTS PERSONAL FREEDOM.
CON: PROPOSITION 3 REMOVES ALL RULES FOR MARRIAGE, OPENING THE DOOR TO CHILD MARRIAGES, INCEST, AND POLYGAMY. IT CHANGES CALIFORNIA'S CONSTITUTION EVEN THOUGH SAME-SEX MARRIAGE IS ALREADY LEGAL.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM
PROPOSITION 6:
RECOMMENDATION:
REMOVE INVOLUNTARY SERVITUDE AS PUNISHMENT FOR A CRIME FROM THE STATE CONSTITUTION
PRO: PROPOSITION 6 ENDS SLAVERY IN CALIFORNIA AND UPHOLDS HUMAN RIGHTS AND DIGNITY FOR EVERYONE. IT REPLACES CARCERAL INVOLUNTARY SERVITUDE WITH VOLUNTARY WORK PROGRAMS, HAS BIPARTISAN SUPPORT, AND ALIGNS WITH NATIONAL EFFORTS TO REFORM THE 13TH AMENDMENT. IT WILL PRIORITIZE REHABILITATION, LOWER RECIDIVISM, AND IMPROVE PUBLIC SAFETY, RESULTING IN TAXPAYER SAVINGS.
CON: NO ARGUMENT AGAINST PROPOSITION 6 WAS SUBMITTED.
PROPOSITION 36:
RECOMMENDATION:
ALLOWS FELONY CHARGES AND INCREASES SENTENCES FOR CERTAIN DRUG AND THEFT CRIMES. INITIATIVE STATUTE
PRO: PROP. 36 MAKES CALIFORNIA COMMUNITIES SAFER BY ADDRESSING RAMPANT THEFT AND DRUG TRAFFICKING. IT TOUGHENS PENALTIES FOR FENTANYL AND DRUG TRAFFICKERS AND "SMASH-AND-GRABS" WHILE HOLDING REPEAT OFFENDERS ACCOUNTABLE. IT TARGETS SERIAL THIEVES AND ENCOURAGES TREATMENT FOR THOSE ADDICTED TO DRUGS, USING A BALANCED APPROACH TO FIX LOOPHOLES IN CURRENT LAWS.
CON: DON'T BE FOOLED. PROPOSITION 36 WILL LEAD TO MORE CRIME, NOT LESS. IT REIGNITES THE FAILED WAR ON DRUGS, MAKES SIMPLE DRUG POSSESSION A FELONY, AND WASTES BILLIONS ON PRISONS, WHILE SLASHING CRUCIAL FUNDING FOR VICTIMS, CRIME PREVENTION, TREATMENT, AND REHABILITATION. THIS PUTS PRISONS FIRST AND GUTS TREATMENT.
EMPLOYMENT
PROPOSITION 32:
RECOMMENDATION:
RAISES MINIMUM WAGE TO $18 AN HOUR
PRO: YES ON PROPOSITION 32 RAISES THE MINIMUM WAGE TO $18 SO MORE FAMILIES, ESSENTIAL AND SERVICE WORKERS CAN AFFORD THE STATE'S COST OF LIVING.
CON: PROP. 32 WAS WRITTEN BY ONE MULTIMILLIONAIRE ALONE, AND HE WROTE A HORRIBLY FLAWED MEASURE. PROP. 32 INCREASES THE COST OF LIVING, ELIMINATES JOBS, MAKES OUR STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT BUDGET DEFICITS WORSE, AND MAKES CALIFORNIA’S COMPLEX MINIMUM WAGE LAWS EVEN HARDER FOR BUSINESSES AND WORKERS TO UNDERSTAND.
HOUSING
PROPOSITION 33:
EXPANDS LOCAL GOVS. AUTHORITY TO ENACT
RENT CONTROL ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY. INITIATIVE STATUE
PRO: ONE MILLION PEOPLE HAVE LEFT CALIFORNIA. RENT CONTROL IN AMERICA HAS WORKED TO KEEP PEOPLE IN THEIR HOMES SINCE 1919. CALIFORNIA’S 17 MILLION RENTERS NEED RELIEF. HOMEOWNERS AND TAXPAYERS BENEFIT FROM STABLE COMMUNITIES. THE CALIFORNIA DREAM IS DYING. YOU CAN HELP SAVE IT.
CON: PROP. 32 WAS WRITTEN BY ONE MULTIMILLIONAIRE ALONE, AND HE WROTE A HORRIBLY FLAWED MEASURE. PROP. 32 INCREASES THE COST OF LIVING, ELIMINATES JOBS, MAKES OUR STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT BUDGET DEFICITS WORSE, AND MAKES CALIFORNIA’S COMPLEX MINIMUM WAGE LAWS EVEN HARDER FOR BUSINESSES AND WORKERS TO UNDERSTAND.
RECOMMENDATION: TBD
CITY OF SAN DIEGO BALLOT MEASURES
MEASURE C
AMENDING THE SAN DIEGO CHARTER RELATING TO BOARD OF EDUCATION ELECTIONS
THIS MEASURE WOULD AMEND SAN DIEGO CHARTER SECTION 66 TO CHANGE, IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES, THE ELECTION OF MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION FOR THE SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT. IF TWO OR FEWER CANDIDATES, INCLUDING WRITE-IN CANDIDATES WHO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS SET OUT IN THE SAN DIEGO MUNICIPAL CODE, QUALIFY TO RUN FOR A PARTICULAR SCHOOL BOARD SEAT IN A MUNICIPAL PRIMARY ELECTION (PRIMARY), VOTERS WILL VOTE ON THAT SEAT AT THE MUNICIPAL GENERAL ELECTION AND NOT THE PRIMARY.
RECOMMENDATION:
MEASURE D
AMENDING THE SAN DIEGO CHARTER RELATING TO THE ETHICS COMMISSION
THIS MEASURE WOULD AMEND THE SAN DIEGO CHARTER BY REMOVING THE ETHICS COMMISSION FROM CHARTER SECTION 41 AND PLACING THOSE PROVISIONS IN A NEW CHARTER SECTION DEDICATED SOLELY TO THE COMMISSION. THE CITY COUNCIL WOULD BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE THE COMMISSION WITH SUFFICIENT RESOURCES TO PERFORM ITS RESPONSIBILITIES.
RECOMMENDATION:
MEASURE E
AMENDING THE SAN DIEGO MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO A GENERAL TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX THIS MEASURE WOULD AMEND THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROVIDE FOR THE IMPOSITION AND COLLECTION OF A NEW ONE-CENT TRANSACTION AND USE TAX (I.E., A SALES TAX). THE NEW TAX IS PROJECTED TO GENERATE APPROXIMATELY $400 MILLION OF UNRESTRICTED ANNUAL REVENUE TO THE CITY’S GENERAL FUND WHICH CAN BE USED FOR INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS, CORE SERVICES, AND GENERAL CITY NEEDS.
RECOMMENDATION:
Debunking 5 Common Myths About Root Canal Treatment HEALTHY LIVING EDUCATION
Meditation Breaks to Support Student Mental Health
By Sharon Johnson Associated Press
If you’ve been told you need a root canal, you may be dreading the procedure or even trying to find a way out of it.
you’re already experiencing.
Myth 2: Root canal treatment causes illness. Far from causing illness, root
Read on for some myth-busting facts from the American Association of Endodontists about this unfairly maligned procedure:
Myth 1: Root canal treatment is painful. With modern technology and anesthetics, you won’t experience any more pain than if you went to have a cavity filled. In addition, endodontists are experts in pain management, and most cases can be treated quickly and comfortably. And of course, if you’re wishing to avoid discomfort, it’s important to keep in mind that the root canal itself often eliminates the pain
canal therapy actually helps prevent systemic infections by eliminating bacteria from an infected tooth. This treatment stops the spread of infection, protecting your overall health. Modern medicine and scientific evidence strongly support that root canal therapy is a safe and effective way to address dental infections, preventing them from leading to more serious health issues. By removing the source of infection, root canal treatment helps maintain both your oral and general health, ensuring that bacteria don’t spread to other parts of your body.
Myth 3: It’s better to pull a tooth than have root canal treatment. Saving your natural teeth, if possible, is always the best option. Nothing artificial can replace the look or function of a natural tooth so it’s important to always consider root canal treatment as an option. Endodontic treatment has a high success rate and many root canal-treated teeth last a lifetime. Replacing an extracted tooth with a bridge or implant requires more time in treatment and may result in further procedures to neighboring teeth and supporting tissue.
Myth 4: A root canal involves removing the roots of the tooth. A root canal treatment removes only the inflamed or infected pulp on the inside of the tooth. The roots of the tooth are not removed.
Myth 5: If my tooth doesn’t hurt, there is no need for a root canal. While a throbbing toothache is typically a telltale sign of a need for root canal, there are times a tooth can require treatment when no pain is present. Endodontists are specially trained to test a tooth to see if the pulp has been infected or damaged. If this is the case, root canal is necessary to remove bacteria from the infected pulp, prevent reinfection and save the tooth. And remember, tooth pain is never normal, so be sure to see an endodontist if you have a toothache. Visit findmyendodontist.com to find one today.
Statepoint
Schools across the U.S. have been introducing yoga, meditation and mindfulness exercises to help students manage stress and emotions. As the depths of student struggles with mental health became clear in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last year endorsed schools’ use of the practices.
The mindfulness program reached Smith Elementary through a contract with the school system, Clayton County Public Schools, where twothirds of the students are Black.
Children nationwide struggled with the effects of isolation and remote learning as they returned from the pandemic school closures. The CDC in 2023 reported more than a third of students were affected by feelings of persistent sadness and hopelessness. The agency recommended schools use mindfulness practices to help students manage emotions.
Approaches to mindfulness represent a form of social-emotional learning, which has become a political flashpoint with many conservatives who say schools use it to promote progressive ideas about race, gender and sexuality.
Black youth have the fastest-growing suicide rate among racial groups, according to CDC statistics. Between 2007 and 2020, the suicide rate among Black children and teens
ages 10 to 17 increased by 144%.
“It’s a stigma with being able to say you’re not OK and needing help, and having the ability to ask for help,” said Tolana Griggs, Smith Elementary’s assistant principal.
“With our diverse school community and wanting to be more aware of our students, how different cultures feel and how different cultures react to things, it’s important to be all-inclusive with everything we do.”
Nationwide, children in schools that serve mostly students of color have less access to psychologists and counselors than those in schools serving mostly white students.
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2. Strategically establish fiveyear goals that address priority community needs and potential federal, state, local, or private funding sources that could be leveraged with HUD entitlement funding. The San Diego “Urban County” CDBG and ESG Programs fund housing, community development and public services and activities in the unincorporated area, as well as the six participating cities of Coronado, Del Mar, Imperial Beach, Lemon Grove, Poway, and Solana Beach. The San Diego County HOME Consortium Program provides funds for housing activities in the CDBG and ESG Program areas, as well as the six Consortium cities of Carlsbad, Encinitas, La Mesa, San Marcos, Santee, and Vista. The HOPWA program provides funding for housing and housing related services for persons living with HIV/AIDS and their families throughout the entire County of San Diego. The 2025-29 Consolidated Plan Strategy proposes overarching 2025-29 Consolidated Plan goals. The Consolidated Plan goals set priorities that guide the use of HUD entitlement funding based on public feedback, stakeholder input, and community data indicators. The Strategy and proposed Consolidated Plan goals can be accessed electronically at www.sdhcd.com. The public is invited to attend the public hearing to comment on the 2025-29 Consolidated Plan Strategy. The public may also provide comments in writing during the 30-day comment period ending October 22, 2024. Written comments should be addressed to Housing and Community Development Services, Community Development Division, 3989 Ruffin Road, San Diego, CA 92123, (619) 346-3375, or emailed to: Community.Development@sd county.ca.gov. Those who are deaf or hard of hearing may contact the department at (866) 945-2207. Those who need assistance to participate in the meeting (non-English speaking, hearing impaired, etc.) should contact staff at least five days prior to the meeting to request special arrangements. 9/19/24
It is the policy of the City of San Diego to encourage equal opportunity in its Construction and Consultant contracts. Bids or proposals from local firms, small, minority-owned, disabled, veteran-owned, and womenowned businesses are strongly encouraged. Consultants are encouraged to subcontract with and/or participate in joint ventures with these firms. The City is committed to equal opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, gender expression, gender identity, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, or disability; and will not do business with any firm that discriminates on any basis. Proposals shall be received no later than the date and time noted above at: City of San Diego's Electronic Proposal Site – PlanetBids at: https://www.planetbids.com/p ortal/portal.cfm?companyID=1
7950. Claudia Abarca, Director Purchasing & Contracting Department
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Fictitious business name(s): Premier Home Remodeling 2 Located at: 6922 Mount Vernon Street Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego
This business is An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above
This business is hereby registered by the following: Tomas Villa Lizarraga Jr. 6922 Mount Vernon Street Lemon Grove, CA 91945
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 06, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on September 06, 2029 9/19, 9/26, 10/03, 10/10
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT 2024-9017084
Fictitious business name(s): Rose-Marie Timeus
Family Child Care Located at: 4085 48th St. Ap. 7 San Diego, CA 92105
NOTICE TO BIDDERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of San Diego (City) is seeking to receive Electronic Bids for the below named Public Works project. The solicitation, including plans and specifications, may be obtained from the City's website at: https://www.sandiego.gov/cip/ bidopps Contractors intending to submit a Bid must be prequalified. Please refer to the solicitation for instructions.
License Requirement: A It is the policy of the City of San Diego to encourage equal opportunity in its Construction and Consultant contracts. Bids or proposals from local firms, small, minority-owned, disabled, veteran-owned, and womenowned businesses are strongly encouraged. Contractors are encouraged to subcontract with and/or participate in joint ventures with these firms. The City is committed to equal opportunity and will not discriminate with regard to race, religion, color, ancestry, age, gender, disability, medical condition or place of birth; and will not do business with any firm that discriminates on any basis. Bids shall be received no later than the date and time noted above at: City of San Diego's Electronic Biding Site PlanetBids at: https://www.planetbids.com/p ortal/portal.cfm?CompanyID= 17950 Claudia C. Abarca, Director Purchasing & Contracting Department September 06, 2024 9/19/24 CNS-3850615# VOICE & VIEWPOINT NEWS
County of San Diego
This business is An Individual
The first day of business was: 05/15/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Rose-Marie Timeus 4085 48th St. Ap. 7 San Diego, CA 92105
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 21, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on August 21, 2029 9/19, 9/26, 10/03, 10/10
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9018697
Fictitious business name(s): Susie's Quisine Catering Located at: 4240 Aragon Dr. San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego
This business is An Individual
The first day of business was: 01/01/1992
This business is hereby registered by the following: Sharon Indyann Hill 4240 Aragon Dr. San Diego, CA 92115
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 16, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on September 16, 2029 9/19, 9/26, 10/03, 10/10
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9018233
Fictitious business name(s): Vere Nice Events Located at: 3232 Euclid Ave. San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego
This business is A Married Couple Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Verenice Nava
San Diego, CA 92105
Jorge Edgardo Perpuly 3232 Euclid Ave. San Diego, CA 92105
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 09, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on September 09, 2029
9/19, 9/26, 10/03, 10/10
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
2024-9018531
Fictitious business name(s): Hyssop & Honey
Hyssop & Honey Skin Studio
Hyssop & Honey Skin
Wellness Studio
Soul 2 Spirit Skin
Solutions
Located at: 2496 E ST.
San Diego, CA 92117
County of San Diego
3164 Cowley Way 4 San Diego, CA 92117
County of San Diego
This business is An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above
This business is hereby registered by the following:
Lindsay Marie Petronio 3164 Cowley Way 4 San Diego, CA 92117
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 11, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on September 11, 2029
9/19, 9/26, 10/03, 10/10
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
2024-9018638
Fictitious business name(s): Sushi Kuchi Carlsbad
Located at:
7180 Avenida Encinas #100
Carlsbad, CA 92011
County of San Diego
This business is A Corporation
Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above
This business is hereby registered by the following: Bbodagu Corp 7180 Avenida Encinas #100 Carlsbad, CA 92011
State of Incorporation/ Organization: California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 13, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on September 13, 2029 9/19, 9/26, 10/03, 10/10
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9015620
Fictitious business name(s): Annie Hartford Designs Located at: 4536 Panorama Drive La Mesa, CA 91941 County of San Diego
This business is An Individual
The first day of business was: 12/15/2014
This business is hereby registered by the following: Annie Patrice Barnier 4536 Panorama Drive La Mesa, CA 91941
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on July 31, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on July 31, 2029
9/19, 9/26, 10/03, 10/10
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9018556
Fictitious business name(s): QPMT Located at: 3435 Camino Del Rio South STE 119 San Diego, CA 92108
County of San Diego
is
registered by the following:
Quality Path Medical Technologies LLC
3435 Camino Del Rio South STE 119 San Diego, CA 92108
State of Incorporation/ Organization: California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 12, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on September 12, 2029
9/19, 9/26, 10/03, 10/10
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
2024-9018025
Fictitious business name(s): ZIPTREATZ
ZIP TREATZ Located at:
1440 Hotel Circle N. #313 San Diego, CA 92108
County of San Diego
This business is An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above
This business is hereby registered by the following: Rene Armando Lafon
1440 Hotel Circle N. #313 San Diego, CA 92108
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 04, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on September 04, 2029
9/19, 9/26, 10/03, 10/10
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
2024-9018234
Fictitious business name(s):
Sun Moon Collective Located at: 9921 Rockgate Way Spring Valley, CA 91977
County of San Diego
This business is An Individual
The first day of business was: 09/09/2024
This business is hereby registered by the following: Angelina Edwards 9921 Rockgate Way Spring Valley, CA 91977
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 09, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on September 09, 2029 9/19, 9/26, 10/03, 10/10
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
2024-9018098
Fictitious business name(s): Connekta Connekta Solutions Connekta App Located at: 946 Donax Ave. #748 Imperial Beach, CA 91932 County of San Diego
This business is An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above
This business is hereby registered by the following: Wesley Joseph Davenport 946 Donax Ave. #748 Imperial Beach, CA 91932
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 05, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on September 05, 2029 9/19, 9/26, 10/03, 10/10
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
2024-9018383
Fictitious business name(s): CWJ Productions LLC Located at: 2820 Via Orange Way Spring Valley, CA 91978 County of San Diego
35534 Stagecoach Springs Rd. Pine Valley, CA 91962
Classified ads can be placed in person, by phone, fax, or email Monday-Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. P:619-266-2233 F:619-266-0533 E:ads@sdvoice.info
State of Incorporation/ Organization: California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 10, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on September 10, 2029 9/19, 9/26, 10/03, 10/10
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9018223
Fictitious business name(s): All About Family
Transitional Living Located at: 661 Avocado Ave. El Cajon, CA 92020 County of San Diego
7251 Peter Pan Ave. San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego
This business is An Individual
The first day of business was: 09/06/2024
This business is hereby registered by the following: Kashauna Shinae Heard 7251 Peter Pan Ave. San Diego, CA 92114
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 06, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on September 06, 2029 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/03
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9018255
Fictitious business name(s): Petals & Posies Floral Design
Blossom & Bliss Located at: 3559 Sparling St. San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego
This business is An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above
This business is hereby registered by the following: Hong V Tran 3559 Sparling St. San Diego, CA 92115
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 09, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on September 09, 2029 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/03
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9016714
Fictitious business name(s): Raymond Family Comfort Kitchen
Lylah's Healing Art Located at: 10810 Lamentin Court San Diego, CA 92124
County of San Diego
This business is An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above
This business is hereby registered by the following: Leeann Raymond 10810 Lamentin Court San Diego, CA 92124
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 15, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on August 15, 2029 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/03
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9016213
Fictitious business name(s): Nova Events Located at: 917 E. Vista Way Vista, CA 92084 County of San Diego
32879 Valentino Way Temecula, CA 92592 County of San Diego
This business is A Limited Liability Company Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above
This business is hereby registered by the following: Onedeus LLC
State of Incorporation/ Organization: California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 08, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on August 08, 2029 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/03
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9018109
Fictitious business name(s): House Of Somalia Located at: 2820 Via Orange Way San Diego, CA 91978 County of San Diego This business is Co-Partners
The first day of business was: 08/05/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Carlton Wendell Jones 2820 Via Orange Way Spring Valley, CA 91978 Rahmo Abdi 2820 Via Orange Way Spring Valley, CA 91978 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 05, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on September 05, 2029 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/03
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9015419
Fictitious business name(s): Sifa Stahili Raidlander Located at: 1959 Dartmoor Dr. Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego P.O. Box 152262 San Diego, CA 92195
County of San Diego
This business is An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Guy Luther Curl P.O. Box 152262 San Diego, CA 92195
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on July 29, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on July 29, 2029 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/03
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9017757
Fictitious business name(s): San Diego Smooth Movers Located at: 681 Rodolfo Dr. Solana Beach, CA 92075 County of San Diego This business is An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Lafayette Domonque Harris 2727 Boston Ave. San Diego, CA 92113 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 30, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on August 30, 2029 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/03
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9016694
Fictitious business name(s): Logontosuccess Located at: 8 The Green, STE A Dover, DE 19901
91962
32879 Valentino Way Temecula, CA 92592
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS AND PROPOSALS (RFQ/P) FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF SOLAR POWER GENERATION SYSTEMS AT 11 SITES (GROUP A)
Mandatory site visit scheduled for 8:00 a.m. on THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 , outside of
the main office of Hage Elementary School , 9750 Galvin Avenue, San Diego, CA 92126. Upon completion of the first site, contractors shall proceed to the following sites in the order listed: Angier Elementary School , 8450 Hurlbut Street, San Diego, CA 92123, Florence Elementary School , 3914 First Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103, Birney Elementary School , 4345 Campus Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103, McKinley Elementary School , 3045 Felton Street, San Diego, CA 92104, Edison Elementary School , 4077 35th Street, San Diego, CA 92104. Mandatory site visit scheduled for 8:00 a.m. on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 outside of the main office of Audubon K-8 8111 San Vicente Street, San Diego, CA 92114. Upon completion of the first site, contractors shall proceed to the following sites in the order listed: Freese Elementary School , 8140 Greenlawn Drive, San Diego, CA 92114, Bethune K-8 , 6835 Benjamin Holt Road, San Diego, CA 92114, Balboa Elementary School , 1844 S 40th Street, San Diego, CA 92113, Garfield Elementary School , 4487 Oregon Street, San Diego, CA 92116.
Prime contractors must be present at all 11 sites in order to participate in this RFQ/P. All attendees must preregister with the District prior to attending the site walk at sandiegounified. org/sitewalks . The RFQ/P package may be downloaded free of charge at the District’s online Planroom at sandiegousdplans.com . All responses to the RFQ/P must be received electronically via PlanetBids before 1:00 p.m. on OCTOBER 14, 2024 . Prime contractors interested in submitting a proposal must go to tinyurl.com/SDUSD-PlanetBids then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CC25-0529-52-00-00 Request for Qualifications and Proposals (RFQ/P) for Construction of Solar Power Generation Systems at 11 Sites (Group A). For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration.” This is a PSA project and the project estimate is $16,884,000,
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
ROLLER SHADES AT 5 SITES
A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 , outside the main office of Alcott Elementary School, 4680 Hidalgo Ave, San Diego, CA 92117. All attendees must preregister with the District prior to attending the site walk at sandiegounified.org/sitewalks . The Bid and Contract Documents may be downloaded free of charge at the District’s online Planroom at sandiegousdplans.com . All bids must be received electronically via PlanetBids before 1:00 p.m. on OCTOBER 4, 2024 . Prime contractors interested in submitting a bid must go to tinyurl.com/SDUSD-PlanetBids then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CP25-0522-05-00-00 Roller Shades at 5 Sites. For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration.” The project estimate is between $230,000 and $280,000, inclusive of allowances. This is not a PSA project and does not require prequalification. The District requires that Bidders possess any of the following classification(s) of California State Contractors License(s), valid and in good standing, at the time of bid opening and contract award: C-61/D-52, or other appropriate license, subject to District approval. SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, George A. Harris III, Director, Fiscal Controls and Information Systems, Facilities Planning and Construction CP25-052205-00-00.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Request for Proposal Transportation Development Act (TDA) Triennial Performance Auditing Services Solicitation No.: 4250071 CIP 3320100 Federal Aid Project No.: N/A
The San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct a triennial performance audit of SANDAG and public transit operators, as required by the Transportation Development Act (TDA) of 1971. The audit will be done in fiscal year 2025 and will cover fiscal years FY 2021-22, 2022-23, and 2023-24.
There is no DBE goal for this project. A pre-bid meeting will not be held for this RFP.
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
completion of the first site, contractors shall proceed to the following sites in the order listed: San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts , 2425 Dusk Drive, San Diego, CA 92139, Golden Hill K-8 1240 33rd Street, San Diego, CA 92102, Foster Elementary School , 6550 51st Street, San Diego, CA 92120, Farb Middle School , 4880 La Cuenta Drive, San Diego, CA 92124, Cadman Elementary School , 4370 Kamloop Avenue, San Diego, CA 92117. Prime contractors must be present at all 6 sites in order to bid this project. All attendees must preregister with the District prior to attending the site walk at sandiegounified.org/sitewalks. The Bid and Contract Documents may be downloaded free of charge at the District’s online Planroom at sandiegousdplans.com . All bids must be received electronically via PlanetBids before 1:00 p.m. on OCTOBER 11, 2024 . Prime contractors interested in submitting a bid must go to tinyurl.com/SDUSD-PlanetBids then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CP25-0521-05-00-00 Playground Matting Group 2. For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration.” The project estimate is between $880,000 and $910,000, inclusive of allowances. This is not a PSA project and does not require prequalification. The District requires that Bidders possess any of the following classification(s) of California State Contractors License(s), valid and in good standing, at the time of bid opening and contract award: A, C-61/D-12, or other appropriate license, subject to District approval. SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, George A. Harris III, Director, Fiscal Controls and Information Systems, Facilities Planning and Construction CP25-0521-05-00-00.
P.O. Box 740269 San Diego, CA 92174 County of San Diego
This business is An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above
This business is hereby registered by the following: Daniesha Renee Daniels P.O. Box 740269 San Diego, CA 92174
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 29, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on August 29, 2029 9/05, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26
San Diego, CA 92126
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 30, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on August 30, 2029 9/05, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9015525
Fictitious business name(s): Get It Done Home Improvements & Cleaning Services Located at: 428 Kurdson Way Spring Valley, CA 91977 County of San Diego
This business is An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Esmeralda Rendon 428 Kurdson Way Spring Valley, CA 91977
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on July 30, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on July 30, 2029 9/05, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9017592
Fictitious business name(s): Virtuous Located at: 4395 70th Street #21 La Mesa, CA 91942
County of San Diego
This business is An Individual
The first day of business was: 08/28/2024
This business is hereby registered by the following: Tanya Antonette Harris 4395 70th Street #21 La Mesa, CA 91942
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 28, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on August 28, 2029 9/05, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9017156
Fictitious business name(s):
Oside Physical Therapy PC
Located at:
3320 Mission Ave. Suite H Oceanside, CA 92058
County of San Diego
This business is A Corporation
The first day of business was: 08/01/2024
This business is hereby registered by the following: Oside Physical Therapy PC 3320 Mission Ave. Suite H Oceanside, CA 92058
State of Incorporation/ Organization: California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 22, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on August 22, 2029 8/29, 9/05, 9/12, 9/19
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9017387
Fictitious business name(s): National News Of Mexamerica & Hispanic America Today
Contreras Report Online Located at: 9326 Twin Trails Dr. #206 San Diego, CA 92129 County of San Diego
P.O. 83426 San Diego, CA 92138 This business is An Individual
The first day of business was: 08/26/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Raoul Lowery
P.O. 83426 San Diego, CA 92138
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 26, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on August 26, 2029 8/29, 9/05, 9/12, 9/19
registered by the following: Quentin Maruice Raynard Ivy 1447 South 41st San Diego, CA 92113
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 22, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on August 22, 2029 8/29, 9/05, 9/12, 9/19
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9017348
Fictitious business name(s): Tutuli Mexican Eatery Located at: 10425 Tierrasanta Blvd. Suite 107
San Diego, CA 92124
County of San Diego
This business is A Married Couple Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Alejandro Ochoa 10425 Tierrasanta Blvd. Suite 107 San Diego, CA 92124
Isabel Ochoa 10425 Tierrasanta Blvd. Suite 107 San Diego, CA 92124
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 26, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on August 26, 2029 8/29, 9/05, 9/12, 9/19
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9017244
Fictitious business name(s): Libra Lashes and More Cosmic Care
Intuitive Path Massage Located at: 4240 Kearny Mesa Rd. San Diego, CA 92111
County of San Diego
10820 Macouba Place San Diego, CA 92124
County of San Diego
This business is A General Partnership
Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above
This business is hereby registered by the following: Ciara Garcia 10820 Macouba Place San Diego, CA 92124
State of Incorporation/ Organization: California
Melody Killebrew
10820 Macouba Place San Diego, CA 92124
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 23, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on August 23, 2029 8/29, 9/05, 9/12, 9/19
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT 2024-9017243
Fictitious business name(s): Mission Hills Therapy Located at: 4240 Kearny Mesa Rd. San Diego, CA 92111 County of San Diego
This business is An Individual
The first day of business was: 07/31/2007
This business is hereby registered by the following: Nancy Auvil 3911 Cleveland Ave. 33400 San Diego, CA 92163
State of Incorporation/ Organization: California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 23, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on August 23, 2029 8/29, 9/05, 9/12, 9/19
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9015631
Fictitious business name(s): Dulce Motivos LLC Located at:
325 W. Washington St. San Diego, CA 92103 County of San Diego
This business is A Limited Liability Company
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9016962
Fictitious business name(s): Loafing Around Located at: 5008 Cimarron Way San Diego, CA 92154
County of San Diego
This business is Co-Partners
The first day of business was: 05/10/2024
This business is hereby registered by the following: Julia Savannah Hollis 5008 Cimarron Way San Diego, CA 92154
Yesenia Hollis 5008 Cimarron Way San Diego, CA 92154
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 20, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on August 20, 2029 8/29, 9/05, 9/12, 9/19
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9017193
Fictitious business name(s): Doll Face Gear
Game Related Apparel Located at: 1286 University Ave. Ste. 1108 San Diego, CA 92103
County of San Diego
This business is A Limited Liability Company
The first day of business was: 07/17/2024
This business is hereby registered by the following: MSZP LLC 1286 University Ave. Ste. 1108 San Diego, CA 92103
State of Incorporation/ Organization: California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 22, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on August 22, 2029 8/29, 9/05, 9/12, 9/19
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9016964
Fictitious business name(s): Flora Spa Ivy Massage Located at: 7034 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego, CA 92115
County of San Diego
3685 Merrimac Ave. San Diego, CA 92117
County of San Diego
This business is An Individual
The first day of business was: 08/20/2024
This business is hereby registered by the following: Haiping Xin 7034 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego, CA 92115
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 20, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on August 20, 2029 8/29, 9/05, 9/12, 9/19
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9016485
Fictitious business name(s): Eyemazing Beauty Bar Located at: 6602 El Cajon Blvd. Suite F San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego
7367 Waite Drive La Mesa, CA 91941
County of San Diego
This business is An Individual
The first day of business was: 09/19/2019
This business is hereby registered by the following: Kyrra Lashay Key 7367 Waite Drive La Mesa, CA 91941
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 13, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on August 13, 2029 8/29, 9/05, 9/12, 9/19
NAME CHANGE
PRESENT NAME: Viktoriya Yurievna Babayan
PROPOSED NAME: Viktoriya De Leon
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 Date: October 22, 2024 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61
(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm)
NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.
The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).
If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.
To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree
Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.
A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.
If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.
If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.
A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date
Petitioner or Attorney: Paula Cecilia Mendez Sanchez
To All Interested Persons: Petitioner
Paula Cecilia Mendez Sanchez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:
PRESENT NAME: Paula Cecilia Mendez Sanchez
PROPOSED NAME: Paula Cecilia Gauto
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 Date: October 17, 2024 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. C-61
(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm)
NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.
The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).
If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner. To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9017759
Fictitious business name(s): Save Eco Hybrid Repairs Located at: 10227 Autumnview Lane San Diego, CA 92126 County of San Diego
This business is An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Vinnie Ly 10227 Autumnview Lane
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9017179
Fictitious business name(s): Little Dribbler Q's Drone Zone Located at: 1447 South 41st San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego This business is An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby
The first day of business was: 07/31/2024
This business is hereby registered by the following: Dulce Motivos LLC
325 W. Washington St. San Diego, CA 92103 State of Incorporation/ Organization: California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on July 31, 2024
This fictitious business name will expire on July 31, 2029 8/29, 9/05, 9/12, 9/19
To All
Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.
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
Date: September 26, 2024
Time: 8:30 A.M.
Dept. C-61
(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm)
NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.
The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).
If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.
To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree
Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree
Changing Name and Order
Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate
(JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.
A certified copy of Decree
Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree
Changing Name and Order
Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.
If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.
If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.
A RESPONDENT
OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN
OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date
Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.
The address of the court is:
330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101
8/15,
Raul Gaxiola Nuno
PROPOSED NAME:
Raul Nuno Gaxiola
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
Date: September 26, 2024
Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. C-61
(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm)
NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.
The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).
If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.
To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree
Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree
Changing Name and Order
Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.
A certified copy of Decree
Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree
Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.
If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.
If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.
A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date
Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.
Karen Renee Willet
Case Number: 24PE002030C
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Karen Renee Willet
A Petition for Probate has been filed by Cheri R. White in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego
The Petition for Probate requests that Cheri R. White be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: on September 17 2024, at 10:00 AM in Dept. 504 located at the Superior Court of California County of San Diego 1100 Union Street San Diego, CA 92101
Probate Division
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: K. Mazwell Nuyen 500 La Terraza Boulevard, Suite 150 Escondido, CA 92025 (619)-273-3397 8/22, 8/29, 9/05
BLACK HISTORY
ATLANTA UNIVERSITY FOUNDED
Atlanta University, established on September 19, 1865, was the oldest predominantly African American graduate school and had notable faculty including W.E.B. Du Bois. Clark College, founded in 1869 by the Freedman’s Aid Society, joined the Atlanta University System in the 1930s. Clark Atlanta University (CAU), founded in 1988 through the consolidation of Clark College and Atlanta University, is a private historically black university in Atlanta, Georgia. It is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and is the largest UNCF college. CAU presently offers undergraduate through doctoral programs and has a diverse student body, with strong programs in Business, Media, and Social Work. It is a Research University/High Research Activity institution, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
1945
DONNA MARIE CHRISTENSEN IS BORN
Donna Marie Christian-Christensen, born September 19, 1945, in Teaneck, New Jersey, is the non-voting delegate from the U.S. Virgin Islands to Congress. She earned a B.S. from St. Mary’s College and an M.D. from George Washington University. She began her medical career in the U.S. Virgin Islands in 1975, serving as an emergency room physician, medical director, and Commissioner of Health, while also maintaining a private practice and working as a TV journalist. In politics, she has been a Democratic National Committeewoman, served on the Virgin Islands Board of Education, and was on the Virgin Islands Status Commission. Elected as a non-voting delegate in 1996, she serves on several congressional committees and caucuses. Christensen is married with four children.
1964
REV. JOSEPH JACKSON GIVES “THE VOTE IS THE ONLY EFFECTIVE WEAPON IN THE CIVIL RIGHTS STRUGGLE” ADDRESS
Rev. Joseph Jackson, long-time pastor of Olivet Baptist Church in Chicago, Illinois, and President of the National Baptist Convention from 1953 to 1982 became the leading spokesperson for the black conservative opposition to the direct action civil rights movement led by Dr. Martin Luther King and other leaders. In this address at the National Baptist Convention’s 84th annual meeting held in Detroit, on September 19, 1964, he outlines why he feels that obtaining and using the vote are the only necessary actions to bring about racial equality in the United States.
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