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Above, Children dissect plants and peas this past Tuesday during class at Farm Lot 59.

Left, Andy Vaughan, a garden educator at the non-profit Farm Lot 59, helps the kids in his class gather plants and soil to place inside of their makeshift cups. A new children’s garden projected for completion by the end of this year will provide students new resources to learn.

Letting young minds ‘grow’ Kids at Farm Lot 59 are going to be even more handson with the creation of a new children’s garden.

Denny Cristales Editorial Assistant

Working with soil this past Tuesday and filling in their makeshift cups with dirt and seeds, children at Farm Lot 59 were quick to get their hands dirty, in-

specting tendrils and receiving a hands-on lesson on the cultivation of produce. This time, they were learning about peas. These kids were participating in one of many class sessions offered at the farm taught by garden educator Andy Vaughan.

It will be later this year that these kids will get the opportunity to go from their makeshift cups to a field of their own when the creation of a new children’s garden is projected to be complete by this

year, according to Sasha Kanno, founder of Farm Lot 59.

Opening in 2010, Kanno formed the non-profit and biodynamic farm with the mission to use its urban and rural connections to offer local green jobs, grow healthy and fresh food and combe its resources with the city and local partners.

Part of its mission is to also educate the youth on the importance of agriculture and food production.

“What we’ve noticed about hosting the kids is that we need a

way to give them a hands-on experience,” Kanno said. “We are able to give them that safely... The kids love coming down here. A lot of them don’t have this kind of experience. It’s an open space in the city that is rare to find.”

A children’s garden at Farm Lot 59 has been in the works in order to establish a type of “living” education environment for the kids who partake in classes at the lot.

Funding for the project requires a total of $15,000.

Money has come through by way of donations and campaigns. Last December, Long Beach Creamery hosted a fundraising kick-off for the farm that had 50 percent of its profits that day go toward the creation of the children’s garden.

Currently, Farm Lot 59 has funding for the structure. The next phase of its children’s garden project is to raise money for irrigation, planting and maintenance see FARM page 11

What’s for lunch? Fewer carbs, for one thing...

Local family restaurant’s new owner embraces initiative to healthier dining.

CJ Dablo Staff Writer

For Long Beach restaurateur Ryna Mean, taking over the family business meant serious change. It’s been about a month since Kim Sun Kitchen has been officially transferred to the

31-year-old’s name, and Mean is concentrating on how to provide a healthier menu for the customers who are hoping to sample better-for-you versions of Cambodian-Chinese dishes.

“Health has always been important to me,” Mean said in a phone interview this week. With the help of staff from The Children’s Clinic, “Serving Children & Their Families,” Mean has developed a menu that offers healthier options of the more popular items served at her restaurant, including chow mein and chop suey.

She’s conscientious about reducing the portion sizes and the overall amount of meat and rice on the plate, while increasing the amount of vegetables served. She also advocates for water instead of soda on the menu, reducing the amount of sugar and calories in the meal.

Kim Sung Kitchen is the first restaurant in Long Beach to take advantage of the Choose Health LA Restaurant Program, offered through The Children’s Clinic, according to the clinic’s CEO Elisa Nicholas. This “A Gourmet Gifting & Baking Company”

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onny Edwards’ admiration and appreciation of Elvis Presley began at an early age. His mama recalls how he tried to dance to Elvis’ records even before he could walk. By the age of 5, Donny was so passionate about Elvis that he pushed his grandmother’s hand away from the radio dial as she attempted to change the station while “Hound Dog” was playing. Little did he know that his devotion would lead him to a beloved career, paying tribute to one of the greatest musical artists in history.

Donny Edwards is an international, multiaward-winning professional Elvis tribute artist. Today, he is one of the most sought after performers in the business, bringing his show to stages in casinos, theaters/venues, fairs festivals, corporate/special events, cruises and production shows.

He is a versatile performer with the ability to re-enact each era of Elvis’ life and career. His dynamic performance will take you back to the 1950’s and the early years of rock n’ roll, getting you “all shook up”, all over again. Then you’ll go on a ride through the 1960s, from Elvis’ biggest hit movies to the famous black leather “68 Comeback Special.”

Finally you’ll revisit the legendary Las Vegas years of the 1970s as Donny recreates the performances that made Elvis the one and only “King of Rock n’ Roll”.

Donny Edwards

Throughout his career, Donny has had the opportunity to work beside many of the original musicians that performed with Elvis Presley himself. He’s worked with the Jordanaires, The Sweet Inspirations, DJ Fontana, Charlie Hodge and Bob Moore, to name several.

Donny has also had the pleasure of working with Elvis’ inner circle such as Sonny West, Al Dvorin, Charles Stone and Ed Bonja. Elvis Presley Enterprises and CKX have hired Donny for tribute shows, TV spots and corporate events, many times over the years. Donny has also

performed private parties for and worked with celebrities such as Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the NASCAR family, Marie Osmond, Bill Medley of the Righteous Bros. and Elvis’ friends and costars, Jimmy Velvet (Elvis’ friend and recording artist), Darlene Thompkins (Elvis’ co-star in “Blue Hawaii”) and Cynthia Pepper (Elvis’ costar in “Kissin’ Cousins). Not only is Donny known for his riveting live performances, but he has also appeared in numerous TV shows and ads, including ABC’s “Monday Night Football”, MTV’s “Viva La Bam”, CBS’s “The Young and The Restless”, ABC’s, “The Next Best Thing” and many Elvis character TV ads in the UK, Europe and Australia including “Kingsmill Bread” and “Toshiba.” He regularly sells out shows, performing with an 8-9 piece band, all across the U.S. and in countries such as Canada, Japan and Australia, and to audiences as large as 25,000.

Among his professional accomplishments, Donny was the star performer at Las Vegas’ famous “Elvis-A-Rama” museum and showroom for three years before it closed its doors in 2006. He has appeared on the cover of two published books about Elvis tribute artists and is also a two time world champion of two of the biggest Elvis contests ever, at Isle of Capri and Potawatomi in 2006 and 2007. Donny also finished in the top 3 in the “Ultimate Elvis” contest held in Memphis, Tennessee for three

years in a row in 2007, 2008 and 2009 (he no longer does contests as we feel his career has moved beyond the amateur competitions at this point and his professional tribute show is what is important to him and what he focuses on now ). Recently, Donny was asked to appear on the David Letterman show, but due to other commitments during the time, he was unable to accept.

During Elvis Week 2013, in Memphis, Tennessee, Donny was given the honor of being the one and only Elvis tribute artist to have been granted permission by Elvis Presley Enterprises, since 1977, to perform his show on the estate grounds of Graceland while at the same time, being commission ed an Honorary Tennessean by the Governor of Tennessee.

He is also proudly on Elvis Presley Enterprises “preferred” tribute artist list and is held in its highest esteem. Donny just recently became an official Las Vegas casino headliner act as well, selling out all three of his debut shows - a major accomplishment! Donny Edwards maintains a performance of remarkable authenticity. His humility, charm and southern manner, coupled with his uncanny sound and appearance, will make you feel as if you are watching “The King,” himself.

KWICK Productions presents Donny Edwards Live!, Valentine’s show at the Whittier Center Theatre on Saturday, Feb. 13.

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itor area, licensing-exam area and manager’s office, according to Jessica Gonzalez from the Office of Public Affairs/Media Relations for the California DMV. Gonzalez told the Signal Tribune that each year the DMV conducts renovations at different field offices, depending on need.

The Long Beach location was determined to be a site that needed updating.

“So, it’s better efficiency for both customers and employees, in the way that they can get through the line,” Gonzalez said. “There will be new flooring, fresh paint and also updated restrooms that

will meet [Americans with Disabilities Act] standards, which is very important in all our field offices.”

She said the total project cost is approximately $300,000.

Customers are likely to see a difference right away. “They’ll probably notice a difference when they walk in,” Gonzalez said. “It will visually look different.”

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A time or two I have written before about e-mail and telephone scams. Today I have a new scheme to share with our readers.

A few days ago I received a Facebook “friend request” from one of my cousins. Forgetting that we were already friends on that account, I went ahead and accepted her as a new friend.

As soon as I did, a very odd string of messages started coming through. It didn’t take long for me to catch on to the probable scam. To verify my suspicions, I set out to contact my cousin.

Once we connected, I confirmed that her account had been hacked.

Having both a comic and detective mentality, I decided to keep the messages flowing between my scammer and myself. Here is the string of messages [note, the scammer is identified as S, and I am identified as N, and I did not correct any spelling or grammar on the scammer’s posts. Also, I will put my added comments to our readers in brackets [ ]: S=Sorry for me resending you a friend request it is just that i got a trojan virus on my old profile so this is my new account now S=hello dear how’s your family S=Good to hear from you !! I was wondering if you have received your Cash Fund too.

N=What is Cash Fund?

S=I meant the Cash Fund donated to selected people by the International Monetary Cash Fund and the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to provide financial assistance.....You’ve not gotten yours? I saw your name on the list of people entitle to this fund when my cash was delivered to me by the UPS Men at my front door Then i thought i will check if you have gotten yours too N=YOU’VE been hacked. If you are Melinda - what are the names of your parents? Siblings? My mother’s name?

N=Hello? Are you still there?

S=i’m the one N=How are your parents? Is cousin John back from his honeymoon? Did you get the flowers I sent for your birthday? [Note: We do not have a cousin John, and I did not send her flowers.]

S=Bill’s blood sugar is normal now i’m happy for this N=So sorry to hear about your twin sister’s cat. How is the kitty feeling?

[My cousin does not have a twin sister, therefore there is no cat.]

S=doing great now thanks N=You bet. Our horse had a bit of colic but is expected to live. How is your horse, Pinky? [ I do not have a horse. Neither does she.]

S=pinky is well N=I’m so glad. Is your Grandfather still playing semi-pro golf? He is so talented! I wish my dad could play as well. [Both our grandfathers and my

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S=lol he still play N=What does lol mean?

S=Bill thought me that lot of laugh you should try and check your name N=How do I do that?

S=let me give you the agent contact so that you can contact him for you to confirm agentpeteratef@gmail.com you should mail the agent and confirm if your name is included in the list N=Is there a website?

S=i only contact them via email tell him you want to check if your name is on the list and you want to know how to have the money N=Why no website - it sounds very odd. Hey, how did you get your money? What type of paperwork did they need from you? Did you have to pay a fee?

How much did you get? Do you think my Dad might have money too?

I can have him check into it. Did your sister get any money? [Once again, my dad is deceased, and my cousin has no twin sister.]

N=Are you still there? Everything ok?

S=Hello Neena I gave you the contact of the agent you should mail them and confirm if your name is still on the list and how to get your money I fill form including my names and address and others I was asked how I want to get the money which I fill I received 30,000.00 I check the money very well no fake you can check your dad name also N=Thanks. I will do that. I will let you know what happens. Please give me your phone number.

This is where the whole thing ended, for now.

I contacted a buddy of mine who owns LBTechGuy.com . I asked him to give a little advice on how to keep one’s Facebook account safe. Here are some of his thoughts: This page, https://www.facebook. com/help/213481848684090, has a list of security tips from Facebook.

Look at the “extra security features” at the bottom. Login notification options are useful to verify that only you are logging into your account, as you will be able to see whenever your account is accessed by somebody else.

But login approvals are more important to prevent third-party access. The feature requires you to input a code whenever you log on from a different computer or phone. It takes a little more time to log in to your account, but it will prevent anybody that doesn’t have your smartphone from seeing the secret code.

You cannot close an account that you don’t have access to.

If you can log in, there is a process to close an account.

See https://www.facebook.com/ help/359046244166395/ .

My reason for writing this article is to inform others about the litter and waste issue at the beaches in Long Beach.

Waste and litter are polluting the beaches in Long Beach. This is a huge problem because litter can be dangerous to sea animals. It can harm them in many different ways. For example, sea animals can mistake litter for food and accidentally ingest it and they can get tangled in it too. Data and statistics show that there are nearly 2,500 pounds of trash per kilometer of beach and that $11.5 billion is spent every year to clean it up.

The issue of litter on the beaches can be linked to many different solutions. One solution is that you can recycle and even pick up one piece of litter each day. Imagine how clean the beaches would be if everyone picked up one piece of litter a day.

Another solution is to help inform others about how litter affects us and the ocean. Some other solutions could be to post “stop littering” signs and organizing community beach clean-up events.

Just imagine how different and how clean our beaches and city would be if everyone in Long Beach picked up one piece of litter a day.

Ashley Moore Freshman, Poly High School Long Beach

Happy meals

As it’s nearing a year since I had good Chinese food, I have very fond memories of Le Yen [“After 45 years of serving family’s recipes, Bixby Knolls Chinese restaurant closing its doors,” July 10, 2015].

I started coming here every weekend about 1970 with my mom, aunt and grandmother; occasionally we would be joined by my uncle (and his wife), my great uncle (and his wife) and my great aunt (and her husband).

All have passed on, and just coming here for take-out last June and speaking with the owner’s son I found out they were closing (sad for me, but happy for their family). They are a very nice family. I can remember their mom asking me if I hurt my foot one day because I was limping, and she said, “Wait, I want to give you something for your foot.”– Tiger Balm.

I saw their children grow up as I grew up, and my only hope is that someday they write a bestseller cookbook of all their recipes for us home cooks– especially egg foo yung and chicken moo goo gai pan!

Gale Tobin (Website Comment)

Hoping for interceptions and returns

Late last week the Los Angeles Police Department, in partnership with the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department and FBI, conducted a major operation throughout the region to crackdown on human-trafficking suspects and rescue victims.

Thanks to the work of our law-enforcement heroes, 12 children who were brutally forced into a life of exploitation and abuse are now on the path to a better life, and nearly 200 suspects and pimps are off the streets. Now that these kids are free from the clutches of evil, they will be connected with the lifesaving programs and services they need to get on the road to recovery.

Operation Rebuild and Recover was a tremendous victory in the war on child sex trafficking, but there’s a bigger battle brewing this week: Super Bowl 50.

The Big Game is one of the biggest draws for sex trafficking activity, and it’s being played in one of the country’s largest hubs for this heinous crime. The Super Bowl host city is not the only focus. Parties in Las Vegas and other parts of the country are hotbeds for the sexual exploitation of juveniles.

Already in Los Angeles County, seven of our girls in placements have gone AWOL in the last week, and are possibly on their way to the Bay Area or are being trafficked to other locations. While the players and predictions will tie up the news this week, let’s not forget our most vulnerable children, many of whom could be in great danger.

Don Knabe Fourth District Supervisor, L.A. County

Minding our businesses

What does it take to serve as a volunteer in the City of Signal Hill? A big heart and a warm smile. Signal Hill’s Chamber of Commerce has those qualities and more. They have shown that through teamwork, selflessness and dedication, a community can come together to make things better for everyone. Members of the chamber have utilized their business skills and devoted countless hours of their time in pursuit of a common vision, for “Love of the greater good for our businesses and the community.”

I have had similar experiences with other nonprofit organizations, but here I would like to focus specifically on the chamber of commerce in Signal Hill. Admittedly, I am biased, but I have good reasons to be. The chamber’s outgoing board of directors for the year 2015 is an example of excellence at its best. They took a moribund chamber and resuscitated it, literally, by bringing it back to life and making it better than ever. They created new operating systems in order to run it like a business, meeting their goals and building a foundation of sustainability for future members. They set an example for other chambers, showing that anything is possible, even in the face of adversity if they stay the course. We had a rough time in the beginning, but, eventually, we all got through it.

In recognition of their achievements, I would like to honor these men and women: Past President Shari Blackwell, 2009 to 2010, The Undershirt; 1st Vice President Ashley Schaffer, Signal Hill Petroleum, Inc.; 2nd Vice President Octavio Duran, EDCO Disposal; Secretary Melissa Guy, Urban Media Foundation; Treasurer Judie Johnsen, 2010-2015, Quickbooks consultant; Director MU Zhang, Encore Awards/Jenson Rubber Stamps; Director Cecelia Pinel, O’Healy Commercial Real Estate; Director Mercedes Sepko, Marketink; ​Director Michael Coso, Allegra Printing; and Director Marcus Guy, Asset Media Group.

All of these men and women are exceptional for the commitment that they gave to chamber. Working together, they made it grow to be one of the most influential chambers in the state and a voice that is respected.

The City of Signal Hill is different from any other town, that’s part of the reason why I love it. In this town, we genuinely care for one another, not just as another networking group, but rather as an extended family.

My successor, 2016 President Melissa Guy, will have all the support that she needs to accomplish her goals, and more, so she should reach for the stars.

The other wonderful nonprofits in our city, such as the Signal Hill Historical Society, the Community Foundation, Rotary, Friends of the Signal Hill, Library, Salvation Army, Ability First and The Signal Hill Police Foundation, to name a few, will also have support coming from new volunteers. Our little city, our little jewel of a city, is going to sparkle like never before!

It is a privilege to continue to serve our city.

Terry Rogers Past President Signal Hill Chamber of Commerce 2010-2015

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A DOCUMENTED LEGACY What Civil-rights era exhibition Who Presented by 8th District Long Beach When Exhibition from Feb. 5 to Feb. 7 Where Expo Arts Center, 4321 Atlantic Ave. More Info Civil-rights women will be chronicled in the “Breaking Through: Lighting the Way” exhibit, which is a a collection of historical profiles that pays tribute to those who made a difference in the racial history of Long Beach and Southern California. The collection will be available to the general public. Visit breakingthroughlightingtheway.blogspot.com .

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Jane Ho, owner of a local Baskin-Robbins store, and Servando Orozco, owner of Orozco’s Auto Service, will serve as queen and king, respectively, of the First Fridays Art Walk Mardi Gras edition on Feb. 5.

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Art walk to celebrate a Mardi Gras theme The First Fridays Art Walk in Bixby Knolls on Friday, Feb. 5 will celebrate a Mardi Gras theme, with Servando Orozco, owner of Orozco’s Auto Service, and Jane Ho, owner of a local Baskin-Robbins store, respectively serving as king and queen.

Presented by the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association, the event will take place from 6:30pm to 9pm, with the festivities and parade beginning at Georgies Place, 3850 Atlantic Ave., at 7pm.

For more information, visit firstfridayslongbeach. com or email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com .

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A N’AWLINS TRADITION What First Fridays Mardi Gras Who Presented by the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association When Friday, Feb. 5 from 6:30pm to 9pm Where Begins at Georgies Place, 3850 Atlantic Ave. More Info The Mardi Gras edition of First Fridays will begin the festivities with a parade. The Mardi Gras king and queen are Servando Orozco, owner of Orozco’s Auto Service, and Jane Ho, owner of Baskin Robbins, respectively. Email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com .

SHELL GAME? What Turtle trek Who Hosted by the Los Cerritos Wetlands When Saturday, Feb. 6 at 8am Where Intersection of PCH and 1st Street More Info Ecologists will lead a walk through salt marshes for a glimpse of endangered sea turtles that have taken up residence in a portion of the San Gabriel River. There is parking available. The hike is appropriate for ages seven and older. Pre-hike snacks will be provided by Whole Foods Market, Long Beach. RSVP by contacting Elizabeth at elizabeth@ lcwlandtrust.org .

FOR A RAINY DAY What Rain barrel and harvesting workshop Who Presented by 8th district Long Beach When Saturday, Feb. 6; workshop from 9am to 10am; barrel distribution from 9am to 11am Where Hughes Middle School, 3846 California Ave. More Info The event will allow residents to prepare for a rainy season. Rain barrels will be available online, and only barrels ordered in advance are guaranteed to be available. Barrels are $85 each, but SoCal-WaterSmart offers a a rebate of $75 per barrel for up to four. Visit rainbarrelsintl.com .

LADIES WHO BREAKFAST What Monthly meeting Who Hosted by the American Association of University Women When Saturday, Feb. 6; breakfast served at 9am; program at 10am; business meeting at 11am Where Old Ranch Country Club, 3901 Lampson Ave. More Info The meeting will feature guest speaker G. Sylvia Pullen, an entrepreneur, talk show host, publisher and producer. Call Judith at (562) 429-2790 for reservations.

SHOPPING SPREE What Community shopping event Who Presented by the Spring Street Business Association and 5th District Councilmember Stacy Mungo When Saturday, Feb. 6 from 10am to 4pm Where The four corners of Spring Street and Palo Verde Avenue More Info The Shop Spring Street Fair will feature discounts, memberships, gift cards, raffle prizes and more. Email district5@longbeach.gov .

WRITE RIGHT What Writers club meeting Who Hosted by the California Writers Club When Saturday, Feb. 6 from 3pm to 5pm Where Ruth Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 Bellflower Blvd.

More Info The topic for the meeting is dubbed “Traditional and Self-Published: My Journey,” and it will feature guest speaker Jonathan Yanez, an author, talking about advantages and disadvantages of being published on a traditional and self-published level.

Email info@ calwriterslongbeach.org .

RETIRED BUT ACTIVE? What Federal employee/retiree meeting Who Hosted by the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) When Monday, Feb. 8 at 1pm Where Veteran’s Community Center, Veteran’s Park, 101 E 28th St. More Info The meeting represents the retirement interests of nearly five million current and future federal annuitants, spouses and survivors. Call Sharon at (562) 427-9957.

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What Monthly breakfast Who Hosted by the Good Neighbors of North Long Beach When Tuesday, Feb. 9; sign-in and breakfast at 7am; guest speaker at 7:30am Where Spires Restaurant, 1935 Del Amo Blvd.

More Info The guest speaker will be Bryant L. Francis, director of Long Beach Airport. Email Val at vallerch@gmail.com .

CRACK A BOOK What Literary discussion Who Hosted by the Bixby Knolls Literary Society When Wednesday, Feb. 10 at 7pm Where Expo Arts Center, 4321 Atlantic Ave. More Info The literary discussion will feature a guest writer, Pamela Samuels Young, who is a practicing attorney and an award-winning author of six thrillers. The public is welcome, and all are encouraged to read the book beforehand. Refreshments will be provided. Call the Bixby Knolls Improvement Association at (562) 595-0081.

FEDERATED PARTY What Monthly meeting Who Long Beach Republican Women Federated When Saturday, Feb. 13 at 9:30am Where Long Beach Airport Marriott Hotel, 4700 Airport Plaza Dr. More Info Assemblymember David Hadley, representing the South Bay 66th Assembly District, is the featured speaker at the meeting. RSVP by emailing LBRWF@gmail.com or calling (562) 493-4125 and leaving a message. Cost is $25 for members and $30 for guests and includes breakfast. All are welcome.

CULTURE VULTURES What Cultural Conversations discussion Who Presented by 8th District Long Beach and the Cultural Conversations program When Saturday, Feb. 13 and Feb. 27 from 3pm to 4:30pm Where North Neighborhood Library, 5571 Orange Ave. More Info Cultural Conversations highlights different countries and cultures each month. The discussion aims to embrace the cultures residing in surrounding neighborhoods. Call Shiloh Moore at (562) 570-1047.

WHEN THE SUN GOES DOWN… What “After-hours” candle-lit tours Who Hosted by Rancho Los Cerritos When Saturday, Feb. 13 from 6pm to 8pm every 15 minutes Where Rancho Los Cerritos, 4600 Virginia Rd. More Info In honor of Valentine’s Day, the ranch will provide the tours and will include a historic look of an a adobe home, and the night will conclude with dessert and live romantic music. Tickets are $15 per person, and reservations are required.

Call (562) 206-2040.

WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? What Monthly meeting Who Questing Heirs Genealogical Society When Sunday, Feb. 21 at 1pm Where Lakewood Masonic Center, 5918 Parkcrest St. More Info The group meets with the purpose of collecting, preserving and publishing data relating to genealogy, and it hosts its monthly meetings on the third Sunday of every month. Contact qhgs.info or Shareholder Liz Myers at (562) 598-3027.

F 5, 2016 NEWS 2014-15 CA gas consumption increase largest in over a decade

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California State Board of Equalization (BOE) Chairman Jerome E. Horton announced this week that gasoline consumption in the state rose 2.4 percent during fiscal year (FY) 2014-15, the largest yearly increase since FY 03-04 (an increase of 2.6 percent). The rise in fuel consumption signals a strengthening California economy, with cheaper gas prices encouraging more vehicle travel, Horton said.

“The increase in gasoline consumption is consistent with California’s dip in unemployment to 5.7 percent in 2015 and demonstrates that lower gasoline prices are good for the economy and family road trips,” Horton said.

Californians consumed 14.921 billion gallons of gasoline in FY 14-15, a 2.4-percent increase from 14.574 billion in FY 13-14.

California’s average price of gasoline during FY 14-15 was $3.42 per gallon, a decline of 12.8-percent from the average price of gasoline of $3.92 in FY 13-14.

Diesel consumption rose 2.5 percent during FY 14-15, following a 3.5-percent jump in FY 1314.

Fiscal year gasoline consumption data is calculated from July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015. The trend of rising gasoline consumption

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continued into the third quarter of 2015 (July–September), increasing 2.7 percent from the third quarter of 2014. Third-quarter diesel consumption rose by 1.3 percent.

In FY 14-15, BOE gasoline revenue estimates for sales and use taxes and excise taxes came in at $1.470 billion for sales and use tax and $5.371 billion for excise tax, while BOE estimates for diesel revenue for sales and use taxes, and excise taxes were $830.2 million and $357.7 million respectively.

Employment and economic factors After taking a significant recession-era hit, California’s economy has bounced back up to the seventh-largest in the world as the state’s gross domestic product reached $2.3 trillion in 2014, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. Despite the ongoing drought, the agricultural sector grew in 2014 as well as economic growth in fields spanning information technology consulting to construction-related engineering, architecture, and manufacturing.

More Californians are finding employment and driving to work, according to BOE’s chief economist.

In California, non-agricultural employment rose 3 percent in 2015’s third quarter compared to

Courtesy BOE

A graphic provided by the California Board of Equalization shows a comparison of gasoline consumption in the state among fiscal years since 2003.

the 2014 third quarter, according to the Employment Development Department.

Fast facts The 2.25 percent sales tax rate on gasoline primarily funds local government; the excise tax is dedicated to public roads and mass transit. For more fuel statis-

tics, including taxable gallon distributions and revenue, visit boe. ca.gov/DataPortal .

State law mandates the BOE to set the excise tax rate for gasoline by March 1 of each year. The board voted unanimously on Feb. 24, 2015, to lower the excise tax rate for gasoline by $0.06 for FY 2015-16. The excise tax rate of

$0.30 per gallon for gasoline became effective July 1, 2015, and will remain in effect until June 30, 2016.There are approximately 33 million registered vehicles in California with 23 million licensed drivers, according to the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

Source: BOE

Long Beach Transit elects new board chair and officers The Long Beach Transit Board of Directors elected Maricela Renteria de Rivera as LBT’s new board chair, Sumire Gant as vice chair and Mary Zendejas as secretary-treasurer on Jan. 25 at its annual election board meeting.

Board Chair de Rivera has served on the Long Beach Transit Board of Directors for four years.

Prior roles on the board include vice chair and secretary-treasurer.

She is a longtime customer and advocate of public transit.

She most recently served on the executive committee of the Leadership Long Beach Board of Directors, is newly appointed to the

breastfeedLA Board of Directors and is the director and co-founder of Long Beach Breastfeeds.

In 2014 she was a finalist in the Press-Telegram’s Amazing Women Volunteer category and has been recognized by Vice Mayor Suja Lowenthal as a Steward of the Second District.

Prior to becoming a full-time mother, de Rivera had a career dedicated to public service, with positions in public affairs with the City of Long Beach, community organizing and coalition building for the Campaign for College Opportunity, as well as recruiting minority communities for the Na-

tional Marrow Donor Program at the American Red Cross.

“I take the role of public transportation in our community very seriously, as it affects the quality of living for so many people, from job access to maintaining a healthy environment,” de Rivera said. “Long Beach Transit does a great job at efficiently serving our customers, and I’m proud to have the opportunity to lead policy in which to continue to improve our products and services for the community.”

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Transit Board of Directors are: April Economides, Barbara Sullivan George and Nancy Pfeffer.

New to the board is Colleen Bentley.

Long Beach Transit bylaws allow for two non-voting city representatives appointed by the city manager.

Amy Bodek (Development Services) and newly appointed Eric Widstrand (Public Works) fill those two positions.

Source: LBT

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CA Department of Public Health reminds public to guard against mosquitos California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Director and State Public Health Officer Dr. Karen Smith this week advised that although there is no evidence of mosquitoes carrying Zika virus in California, people should always take steps to avoid mosquito bites, including removing standing water and wearing insect repellant when necessary. Californians should also be advised of international travel alerts for the countries where Zika virus is circulating.

“Although no one has contracted Zika virus in California, mosquito bites can still be harmful and the public should take steps to protect themselves,” Smith said.

“Help reduce the risk of mosquito bites by removing standing water from around your home and wearing mosquito repellant when appropriate.”

As of Jan. 29, 2016, there are six confirmed cases of Zika virus in California, all of which were contracted when traveling in other countries with Zika virus outbreaks in 2013 (1), 2014 (3) and 2015 (2).

CDPH will continue monitoring for any confirmed cases in California and will provide weekly updates every Friday, according to the agency. To protect patient confidentiality, specific locations of infected patients cannot be disclosed.

Zika virus is primarily transmitted to people by Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes, the same mosquitoes that can transmit dengue and chikungunya viruses.

These mosquitoes, which are not native to California, have been identified in 12 California coun-

Zika virus symptoms are usually mild and include fever, rash and eye redness.

ties, although there are no known cases where the mosquitoes were carrying the Zika virus in this state.

The six confirmed cases of Zika virus in California were acquired in other countries.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have issued a travel alert (Level 2-Practice Enhanced Precautions) for people traveling to regions and certain countries where Zika virus transmission is ongoing: American Samoa, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Curacao, El Salvador, French Guiana, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Martinique, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Suriname, Venezuela and Puerto Rico.

People traveling to these and other countries with known Zika virus risk should take steps to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes, including: •Use insect repellents containing DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus, or para-menthane-diol for long lasting protection.

If you use both sunscreen and insect repellent, apply the sunscreen first and then the repellent.

Pregnant women and women who are breastfeeding can and should choose an EPA-registered insect repellent and use it according to the product label.

•Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants.

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•Use air conditioning or window/ door screens to keep mosquitoes outside. If you are not able to protect yourself from mosquitoes inside your home or hotel, sleep under a mosquito bed net.

•Help reduce the number of mosquitoes outside by emptying standing water from containers such as flowerpots or buckets.

The CDC and CDPH have also issued guidance for pregnant women, recommending they avoid countries where Zika virus is circulating.

Pregnant women who cannot avoid travel to these countries should talk to their healthcare provider and take steps to avoid mosquito bites. The CDC and CDPH

have also provided guidance for physicians on the evaluation of pregnant women and infants who may have been exposed to Zika virus.

Most people infected with Zika virus will not develop symptoms.

If symptoms do develop, they are usually mild and include fever, rash and eye redness.

Those who have returned from an affected country and have fever with joint pain, rash within two weeks, or any other symptoms following your return should contact a medical provider and tell the doctor where travel has occurred.

While there is no specific treatment for Zika virus disease, the best recommendations are supportive care, rest, fluids and fever relief.

There is concern that Zika virus may be transferred from a pregnant woman to her baby during pregnancy or delivery. Preliminary reports suggest that Zika virus may cause microcephaly (abnormal fetal brain development). This possibility has not been confirmed and is being investigated. CDPH has requested that health care providers report suspected Zika virus disease or associated conditions of microcephaly to local health departments.

Local health departments will report cases to CDPH, which is coordinating referral of any specimens to CDC for diagnostic testing.

For more information on Zika virus disease and other mosquito-borne illnesses, visit cdph. ca.gov .

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Clip out participating merchants’ coupons from the Signal Tribune on Jan. 29 and Feb. 5, 2016.

Take each coupon to the store featured on the coupon and deposit into the official entry box.

(Don’t forget to fill in your name, address and phone number so that we can call to let you know what prizes you’ve won!)

That’s it. Now, isn’t that simple? Winners will be announced in the Feb. 12, 2016 edition of the Signal Tribune.

Official rules:

GRAND PRIZE – FORBIDDEN LOVE $100 Gift Card from Forbidden City Restaurant 2 tickets to Musical Theatre West Romantic Basket from Wine Country in Signal Hill Elegant Fresh Rose from Stalks & Blooms Mood-setting illuminated candle from Batteries Plus Tax Preparation from Liberty Tax/ Lakewood (up to $350 value)

1. Use the coupon from the Signal Tribune to enter at each participating business. No faxes, photocopies, or mail-ins allowed.

2. Only one (1) entry per store per day.

3. No purchase necessary.

4. Must be at least 18 years old to enter.

5. One winner per family. Winners agree to allow the Signal Tribune to publish their names.

6. Employees and family members of the Signal Tribune, participating businesses and other sponsors are not eligible.

7. Winners chosen by random drawing Feb. 10, 2016.

Winners will be notified by telephone and announced in the Feb. 12 edition of the Signal Tribune.

8. Entrants agree to release the Signal Tribune and all participating merchants and sponsors of any liability related to participating in the contest and/or acceptance and use of any prizes awarded.

9. Prizes are not transferable.

Love for the readers : A SPORTY KIND OF ROMANCE 2 tickets to the Anaheim Ducks vs. Montreal/March 2 Oil Change & “Nuts and Bolts Guide� book from Orozco’s Auto Service Combo B Gift Certificate from Bixby Knolls Detail Center & Car Wash Selfie Camera Stand & Blue Tooth remote from Tuttle Cameras Empower Yourself gift bag from Jumpstart Bodyfuel Bars Tax Preparation from Liberty Tax/Lakewood – up to $350 value

HERE’S MORE TO ADORE $25 gift certificate to BIG E Pizza 2 tickets for Long Beach Playhouse Empower Yourself gift bag from Jumpstart Bodyfuel Bars $10 gift card to Fish-o-licious 2 skating passes for The Rinks/Lakewood Ice Tax Preparation from Liberty Tax/Lakewood – up to $350 value

BEARY COZY VALENTINE $50 in Black Bear Diner gift certificates Black Bear Diner items: 2 hats, 2 t-shirts, 2 coffee mugs, 2 bottles of Black Bear hot sauce Black Bear Diner soap and lotion

PICTURE PERFECT LOVE $100 Dinner gift card for Delius Restaurant Two Tickets for Long Beach Symphony Photo session for two & 8x10 print/ Walter Gonzalez Photography Gift certificate for framing from Andazola’s Gallery Elegant Fresh Rose from Stalks & Blooms Tax Preparation from Liberty Tax/Lakewood – up to $350 value

DAZZLING DUO $25 gift card at Applebees/Signal Hill Gift certificate for haircut & manicure at Goldhill Salon Two Tickets for Long Beach Symphony Haircut at “A Barber Shop�

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DINNER IS NICE-TWICE $50 gift certificate for Weiland Brewery Restaurant $50 gift card for Delius Restaurant Elegant Fresh Rose from Stalks & Blooms Two Tickets for Long Beach Symphony Mood-setting illuminated candle from Batteries Plus Tax Preparation from Liberty Tax/Lakewood – up to $350 value

DAY FULL OF DELIGHTFUL DINING Breakfast for 2 at Golden Eagle Sunday lunch for 2 at Bixby Knolls Towers $20 gift card from Bamboo Teri House Two Tickets for Long Beach Symphony Tax Preparation from Liberty Tax/Lakewood – up to $350 value Elegant Fresh Rose from Stalks & Blooms

LOVERS DELIGHT $25 gift certificate for Buono’s Authentic Pizzeria 2 tickets for Long Beach Playhouse Combo B Gift Certificate from Bixby Knolls Detail Center & Car Wash Mood-setting illuminated candle from Batteries Plus Elegant Fresh Rose from Stalks & Blooms Tax Preparation from Liberty Tax/Lakewood – up to $350 value

DAY OF DINING AND MORE Breakfast for 2 at Golden Eagle/Signal Hill $20 Gift Certificate for WABA Grill $25 gift certificate for BIG E PIZZA 2 tickets for Long Beach Playhouse 2 skating passes for The Rinks/Lakewood Ice Tax Preparation from Liberty Tax/Lakewood – up to $350 value

STYLISH ROMANCE $50 gift card for Delius Restaurant 2 tickets for Long Beach Playhouse Gift certificate for haircut/styling at Donato’s Hair Salon Haircut at “A Barber Shop�

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FITFULLY BLISSFUL $25 gift certificate for Buono’s Authentic Pizzeria 2 tickets for Long Beach Symphony Half-hour Martial Arts lesson for 2 from West Coast Wing Chun Empower Yourself gift bag from Jumpstart Bodyfuel Bars Mood-setting illuminated candle from Batteries Plus Tax Preparation from Liberty Tax/Lakewood – up to $350 value

CUPID’S CHOICE $25 gift certificate for Applebee’s Two Tickets for Long Beach Symphony BeautiControl spa kit from Kathy Green Mood-setting illuminated candle from Batteries Plus Tax Preparation from Liberty Tax/Lakewood – up to $350 value Elegant Fresh Rose from Stalks & Blooms

HEARTS & FLOWERS $25 gift certificate for Buono’s Authentic Pizzeria 2 tickets for Long Beach Playhouse Romance Basket courtesy of Terry Rogers/Coldwell Banker 2 skating passes for The Rinks/Lakewood Ice Elegant Fresh Rose from Stalks & Blooms Tax Preparation from Liberty Tax/Lakewood – up to $350 value

SOPHISTICATED ROMANCE $50 gift card for Delius Restaurant 2 tickets for Long Beach Playhouse Gift certificate for haircut/manicure at Gold Hill Hair Salon Haircut at “A Barber Shop�

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TASTY LOVIN’ FOR TWO $20 Gift Certificate for WABA Grill $10 gift card to Fish-O-Licious Empower Yourself gift bag from Jumpstart Bodyfuel Bars Combo B Gift Certificate from Bixby Knolls Detail Center & Car Wash 3-month P.O. Box rental from UPS Store #4466/Bixby Knolls Tax Preparation from Liberty Tax/Lakewood – up to $350 value

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February 5, 2016

DA’s office files three felony counts against two LB men The LA County District Attorney’s office this week filed three felony counts against two local men for an incident that occurred last month.

On Jan. 28, at approximately 2:30 pm officers were dispatched to an apartment in the 500 block of Ximeno Avenue regarding an “unknown trouble” call.

The calling party advised dispatch that he was talking to his roommate on the phone and was told there were subjects in their apartment he did not recognize.

The calling party said he could hear yelling and some sort of argument in the background, and then the phone was hung up. He then called the police.

According to LBPD, officers arrived at the location within four minutes and encountered a residential robbery in progress.

Two suspects were immediately arrested without incident.

Officers subsequently found the victim in a bedroom, tied up and appearing to have been physically assaulted.

The victim’s loss was recovered, and the suspects were booked at the Long Beach jail.

The suspects have been identified as 25-year-old Louis Wade II and 26-year-old Courtney Griffin, both residents of Long Beach.

On Feb. 1, the LA County District Attorney’s office filed three felony counts on each of them:

residential robbery, kidnapping to commit robbery, and assault with a deadly weapon. They are each being held on $1,130,000 bail.

Those with information regarding the incident are encouraged to call the Long Beach Robbery Detail at (562) 570-7464.

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City of Long Beach fleet vehicles switch to renewable fuels For years, vehicles in the City of Long Beach’s award-winning fleet have been downsized and alternatively fueled whenever feasible, according to city officials.

Now, the City is using renewable fuels for more than 18 percent of its total vehicle fleet.

“The shift to these renewable fuels is an important part of the City’s commitment to sustainability and greenhouse gas reductions,” said Mayor Robert Garcia.

“I’m proud that Long Beach has one of the greenest fleets in the United States.”

Renewable fuels, such as renewable diesel and renewable

liquid natural gas (RNG), are produced from renewable resources.

Both of these renewable fuels greatly reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) and tailpipe emissions, cost the same or less than current fuels, and do not require any modifications to the City’s vehicles or fueling infrastructure, officials said.

A total of 393 vehicles are powered by renewable fuels, out of 2,185 vehicles in the City’s fleet.

The City recently began using renewable diesel for trucks and equipment used for maintenance and transportation purposes. Renewable diesel is produced from

waste fats, residues and vegetable oils, and is 100-percent renewable and sustainable. Currently, renewable diesel is available to the City for the same cost as conventional diesel. In 2003, Long Beach became the first city in the United States to use liquid natural gas (LNG) for its street sweepers.

In October 2015, street sweepers and refuse trucks transitioned to using RNG as a fuel source.

RNG, also known as biomethane, is a substantial improvement over LNG’s environmental benefit, as it represents the recycling of carbon that is already circulating in the environment, officials said.

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pletely different folks,” Vaughan said, as he scooped peas into paper cups in preparation for his class later that morning. “I just think a natural environment brings out the best in everybody.”

Once the new children’s garden is built, the kids will be able to go in and plant their own “beds” and be more at liberty to get into the soil and dig, Vaughan said. He is “super excited” for the opportunity to teach in that environment.

“I can’t wait,” he said.

As 10am this past Tuesday rolled around, Vaughan was quickly surrounded by the 30 kids waiting to learn about agriculture and peas.

“What is one component necessary for plants to grow?” he asked his students.

A girl in the front bench quickly answered with the word “nutrigen.”

“Very good,” Vaughan responded. “And of course if we combine ‘nitrogen’ and ‘nutrition’ we can come up with a whole new word,” he added with a hint of humor and praise at the girl’s answer.

A lesson on peas wouldn’t seem like the most engaging of topics, but these are kids willing and able to learn, Vaughan said.

“I think just being grounded and not being in a closed environment looking at someone just talking all the time, but doing something hands-on and getting their hands dirty– you know, the tactile and the smells– and then we’re learning, as well,” Vaughan said. “It’s amazing.” ✦

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of the plot. The garden has already been outlined with rope next to the farm’s production crops.

“It’s going to take a little bit of work,” Kanno said. “It will be built by the end of this year, for sure. But we’re still waiting on a timeline.”

It will also be right next to the children’s education station, where the kids are already taking their classes.

Vaughan has been with Farm Lot 59 since the beginning of last summer. He teaches at the lot once a month with a class of up to 30 kids, and he also teaches at three different schools. The children’s program at the farm mostly tailors to both home and charter school kids about agriculture.

If somebody had told Vaughan years ago that he would be farming and teaching, he said he would probably have laughed in their face, but he is always amazed at how the kids quickly become invested in his lessons.

“Kids who normally don’t get to be in an environment like this, when they do get here, they just do amazing things,” Vaughan said.

“Kids will eat what they grow. I’ve seen kids’ parents that will say ‘My kid came home and wanted a radish today. And I’m like ‘Oh. Well, you can thank me for that,’” he added jokingly.

Vaughan also recounted a story in which a “great student” of his came into the garden and always did and asked what he could do to assist in the class or on the farm.

A former teacher of that same student arrived at the farm and was astonished at his behavior, as he would typically misbehave in any other circumstance.

“When kids get into a natural environment, they turn into com-

Source: City of LB

Farm Lot 59 is located at 2714 California Ave. In order to help Farm Lot 59 reach its goal of $15,000 for the children’s garden, or to register children for classes, visit farmlot59.org . Kanno noted that Apr. 23 will be the day of a brunch event that will help raise money for the garden.

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TST 5107 TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14-639081-RY Order No.: 140197684-CA-MAI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/22/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below.

The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): FABIAN TUASON, AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 12/29/2006 as Instrument No. 06 2895358 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 2/16/2016 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $504,881.09 The purported property address is: 2230 OHIO AVENUE, #3, SIGNAL HILL, CA 90755 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 7215-026-044 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you

should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916.939.0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA14-639081-RY . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916.939.0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA14-639081-RY IDSPub #0099754 1/22/2016 1/29/2016 2/5/2016

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Signed: Mark Thelander, President. The registrant has not begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on January 14, 2016. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Pub. The Signal Tribune: January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2016.

TST5099 / 2015 305244 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: 405 SMOKE N MORE, 11221 National Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064. Registrant: ISSAM RAHIB, 7316 Margerun Ave., San Diego, CA 92120. This business is conducted by: an Individual. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. Signed: Issam Rahib. The registrant has begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein.

The registrant began using this fictitious business name on December 3, 2015. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on December 3,, 2015. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under

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TST5100 / 2015 305256 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: PALM SMOKE N MORE, 11122 Palms Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90034. Registrant: ISSAM RAHIB, 7316 Margerun Ave., San Diego, CA 92120. This business is conducted by: an Individual. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. Signed: Issam Rahib. The registrant has begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein.

The registrant began using this fictitious business name on December 3, 2015. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on December 3,, 2015. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Pub. The Signal Tribune: January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2016.

TST5098 / 2015 319369 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: THAT’S 2 LITTLE 4 YOU, 4140 Deeboyar Ave. #3, Lakewood, CA 90712. Registrant: ALECIA COUTEE, 4140 Deeboyar Ave. #3, Lakewood, CA 90712.

This business is conducted by: an Individual. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. Signed: Alecia Coutee. The registrant has not begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los

Angeles County on December 21, 2015. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Pub. The Signal Tribune: January 15, 22, 29, & February 5, 2016.

TST5108 / 2016 010646 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: THUE INSURANCE SERVICES, 5400 E. Oleta St. #10, Long Beach, CA 90815.

Registrant: PET INSURANCE SERVICES, INC., 5400 E. Oleta St. #10, Long Beach, CA 90815.

This business is conducted by: a Corporation. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. Signed: Michael Thue, CEO. The registrant has not begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on January 14, 2016.

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The City has been informed that its preliminary CDBG funding estimate for the 2013-2014 Fiscal Year allocation is approximately $56,513. These funds can be used for a variety of purposes, including property acquisition, public services, and housing rehabilitation. However, in order to use CDBG funds for any of these eligible activities, it must be shown that the activity will: 1) directly benefit low and/or moderate income persons; 2) help to eliminate slum and blight conditions; or 3) address an urgent need.

Not more than 15 percent of the 2016-2017 Fiscal Year allocation, or approximately $8,476, can be allocated for public services.

All interested parties are invited to attend the public hearing and express opinion on the above items. Written comments may be submitted at the hearing or to the staff of the Department of Community Services.

Further information concerning the CDBG program may be obtained at the City of Signal Hill Community Services Department, 2175 Cherry Avenue, Signal Hill, California, or by telephone at (562) 989-7330.

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February 5, 2016 years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Pub. The Signal Tribune: January 22, 29, & February 5, 12, 2016.

TST5109 / 2016 012696 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: 1. LEMON IN A CUP, 2. 24 TAI CHI, 401 W. 5th St. #3C, Long Beach, CA 90802. Registrant: LISA ROCHELLE CARPENTER, 401 W. 5th St. #3C, Long Beach, CA 90802. This business is conducted by: an Individual. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. Signed: Lisa Rochelle Carpenter. The registrant has not begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on January 19, 2016. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Pub. The Signal Tribune: January 22, 29, & February 5, 12, 2016.

[Ed. note: The crime-reporting system for the Long Beach Police Department is currently down, so no information for Long Beach is being reported here this week.]

Crimes reported by SHPD Citywide Thursday, Jan. 28 7:45am Auto burglary 2200 block Rose Ave. Friday, Jan. 29

TST5110 / 2015 326720 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: LAZY COMEDY PRODUCTIONS, 1841 W. Cameron St., Long Beach, CA 90810. Registrant: BRYON JOHNSON, 1841 Cameron St., Long Beach, CA 90810.

This business is conducted by: an Individual. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. Signed: Bryon Johnson. The registrant has not begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on December 31, 2015. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Pub. The Signal Tribune: January 22, 29, & February 5, 12, 2016.

TST5112 / Case No. NS031523.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, 275 Magnolia Ave., Long Beach, CA 90802.

PETITION OF LaToya Hunt.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: LATOYA HUNT, filed a petition with this court for a decree changing her name as follows: Present Name: LATOYA HUNT, to Proposed Name: LATOYA RANKINS. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, shy the petition for change of name should not be granted.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: March 2, 2016; Time: 8:30am.; Dept. 26. The address of

TST5111 / 2015 011701 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: FIX AUTO SIGNAL HILL, 1455 E. Spring St., Long Beach, CA 90806. Registrant: CMI SIGNAL HILL INC., 1455 E. Spring St., Long Beach, CA 90806.

This business is conducted by: a Corporation. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. Signed: Richard Fish, President. The registrant has be-

10:52am Stolen vehicle recovered 2500 block California Ave. 2:11pm Identity theft 1800 block E. Willow St.

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6:04pm Vehicle report Stanley Ave. & Skyline Dr. Sunday, Jan. 31 1:17am Vehicle burglary 1300 block E.28th St.

10:37am Petty theft 900 block E. 33rd St.

8:36am Felony spousal abuse 1400 block E. Willow St.

the court is the same as above. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, THE SIGNAL TRIBUNE, 939 E. 27th. Street, Signal Hill, CA 90755: January 29, & February 5, 12, 19, 2016.

Michael P. Vicencia, Judge of the Superior Court Dated: January 20, 2016 TST5114 / 2015 027956 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following persons are doing business as: RUBY JANE ESTATE SALES, 3641 Conquista Ave., Long Beach, CA 90808. Registrants: 1.

KRISTIN EYLER, 3641 Conquista Ave., Long Beach, CA 90808, 2.

BROOKE KOZAK, 5692 Belgrave Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92845.

This business is conducted by: a General Partnership. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. Signed: Kristin Eyler. The registrants have begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. The registrants began using this fictitious business name on February 2, 2016. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on February 4, 2016. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or

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TST5116 / 2016 028431 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: DOUGHERTY DESIGN, 601 N. Rossmore Ave. Apt. 302, Los Angeles, CA 90004. Registrant: CHELEA DAUGHERTY, 601 N. Rossmore Ave. Apt. 302, Los Angeles, CA 90004. This business is conducted by: an Individual. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.

Signed: Chelsea Daugherty. The registrant has not begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein.

This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on February 4, 2016. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Pub. The Signal Tribune: February 5, 12, 19,26, 2016.

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Three charged with murder in connection to multiple shootings Three individuals were arraigned on Jan. 29 in connection with multiple gang-related shootings that occurred in Long Beach last year, according to the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD).

A fourth associate was also arraigned in connection with an incident that occurred in Los Angeles.

After what the LBPD calls a lengthy investigation, homicide and gang investigators with directed-enforcement officers arrested Semaj Rashaad Harris and Deante McNeese on Jan. 21, 2016. Sohntee Laray Webb was already in custody on unrelated charges.

On July 28, 2015, around 4:30pm, a no-hit shooting occurred in the 700 block of Washington Place. On Aug. 24, 2015, at about 9:30pm, a shooting occurred in the 500 block of East Burnett Street, where a male adult sustained multiple gunshot injuries.

Shortly before the last shooting, around 9:25pm, officers were dispatched to the 300 block of East 16th Street regarding two pedestrians who were struck by a vehicle. Investigators determined the same suspects were involved in both incidents.

Two shootings resulted in the deaths of male adults. On Sept. 7, 2015, around 9:51pm, officers responded to a shooting in the 400 block of West 5th Street that result-

ed in the death of 34-year-old James Ratliff of Long Beach. On Sept. 16, 2015, at approximately 12:49am, officers responded to the 1200 block of Chestnut Avenue, where a shooting resulted in the death of 24-yearold Rodrigo Perez Salazar of Long Beach.

Detectives presented their cases to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, which filed the following charges: • Semaj Rashaad Harris, 24 years old and a resident of Long Beach, was charged with two counts of murder, six counts of attempt murder and one count of shooting into an inhabited dwelling. Harris is being held in Los Angeles County Jail with bail set at $7,050,000.

• Deante McNeese, 22 years old and a resident of Long Beach, was charged with two counts of murder, six counts of attempt murder and one count of shooting into an inhabited dwelling. McNeese is being held in Los Angeles County Jail with bail set at $7,050,000.

• Sohntee Laray Webb, 24 years old and a resident of Palos Verdes, was charged with one count of murder, three counts of attempt murder and one count of shooting into an inhabited dwelling. Webb is being held in Los Angeles County Jail with bail set at $4,050,000.

Los Angeles Police Department detectives contacted LBPD gang-investigation during the course of their investigation regarding a gang-related, no-hit shooting that possibly involved the same suspects. The incident had occurred on July 1, 2015, around 1:30pm, in the area of West Pico Boulevard and South Vermont Avenue. In addition to Harris and McNeese, Long Beach investigators determined Traveon Miller was involved, and arrest warrants for all three were issued. On Jan. 25, 2016, LBPD officers arrested Traveon Armando Miller, 24 years old and a resident of Long Beach, on the $1,585,000 arrest warrant for attempt murder. Miller was also arraigned Jan. 29.

All four remain in custody and face multiple life sentences.

The investigations remain ongoing. Those with information regarding the two murders are asked to contact the homicide detail at (562) 570-7244. Those with information regarding the shootings are urged to call the gang investigation section at (562) 570-7370. Those wishing to remain anonymous may call 1-800222-TIPS (8477), or text TIPLA plus the tip to 274637 (CRIMES) or visit LACrimeStoppers.org .

Source: LBPD

BOE chairman announces billions in tax credits In honor of the recent 10th annual Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Awareness Day, Board of Equalization (BOE) Chairman Jerome E. Horton announced free income tax preparation service events to help seniors and low- to moderate-income working families claim up to $6,242 in federal credits and up to $2,653 in state EITC. Last year, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) granted 27.5 million taxpayers about $66.7 billion in tax relief.

This year, California has a new

state EITC and has allocated $384 million in refundable credits to help alleviate poverty.

In order to claim the money, taxpayers must file their state and federal tax returns.

In partnership with the IRS, Franchise Tax Board, California universities, community colleges, tax professionals and other state agencies, Horton is presenting Free Income Tax Preparation and Family Resource Fairs in Los Angeles and Ventura counties.

In addition to helping taxpayers

claim their refundable tax credit(s), these events will aim to help people manage their money, and reduce their utility, phone and insurance bills.

“Join us at one of the Free Income Tax Preparation and Family Resource Fairs, where certified tax preparers will help seniors and low- to moderate-income working families claim this free refundable tax credit,” Horton said.

To learn more visit boe.ca.gov/ members/horton/VITA/index.htm .

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According to Long Beach City Council 2nd District candidate Eric Gray, the Long Beach Police Officers Association endorsed him on Jan. 21.

Formed in 1940, the Long Beach Police Officers Association represents the men and women of the Long Beach Police Department from the police officer, corporal, sergeant and lieutenant ranks. Gray also announced on Jan. 22 that he received the endorsement of former Long Beach Mayor Bob Foster. Foster served as mayor of Long Beach from 2006 to 2014.

On Jan. 26, Gray announced an endorsement from John Thomas, a community leader in the Long Beach 2nd Council District.

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Suja Lowenthal, vice mayor of Long Beach, announced her endorsement of Long Beach City Council 2nd District Candidate Jeannine Pearce on Jan. 23. Lowenthal announced the endorsement via email in a newsletter.

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Assemblymember Anthony Rendon, who represents the 63rd District, announced on Jan. 19 his endorsement and support for 8th District Long Beach Councilmember Al Austin to be re-elected for city council, according to Steven E. Belhumeur of SB Strategies, LLC. Rendon is one of three assemblymembers representing Long Beach.

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According to an email from former 7th District Long Beach Councilmember Tonia Reyes Uranga, Jessica Vargas Alvarez announced on Jan. 20 her intent to run for a seat in Area 2 of the Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD). Alvarez’s community involvement includes being commissioner for the City of Long Beach Human Relations Commission, chairing the 1st District Participatory Budgeting Committee and being a graduate of the Neighborhood Leaders Program.

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Ninth District Long Beach Councilmember Rex Richardson announced on Jan. 27 his endorsement of Vivian Williams Malauulu for Area 2 of the Long Beach Community College District, according to George Urch with the Vivian Williams Malauulu for College Board.

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Mean noticed a change for the better in her mother’s health and mood.

The restaurant owner acknowledged that some of the customers didn’t fully embrace the change in the menu since the portions of rice on the healthier menu options were reduced. However, that doesn’t stop her efforts. She is also looking forward to incorporating other changes down the line, like offering more fruit and juice on the dessert menu. ✦ More Information Kim Sun Kitchen 5449 Cherry Ave. Long Beach, CA 90805 (562) 428-0337 Choose Health LA Restaurants choosehealthla.com/eat/restaurants The Children’s Clinic “Serving Children & Their Families” 701 E. 28th St., Suite 200 Long Beach, CA 90806 (562) 264-2834

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“Portion control is extremely important,” Nicholas said, noting that serving sizes for hamburgers and french fries used to be about a third of what they are now. “So people really have a distorted sense of what a portion is, and I think that’s a very big part of our obesity epidemic.”

Mean said that the restaurant itself has been around for 40 to 45 years.

For the first 25 years, her uncle owned it, and Mean herself has been working at the business since she came to the United States.

The effort to turn around the menu also had a personal appeal. She said that while many of her relatives look healthy, they have diabetes. Their diets already had a lot of rice and noodles. Mean noticed that her own mother started to suffer from high blood pressure and vision problems.

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