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Vol. 11 No. 11

February 7, 2012

BY JESSICA NOËL WAYMIRE

usic is a universal language. Every cultural group around the world has some form of musical tradition. The rhythm and melody of music express ideas and deep emotions. Music also has a way of bringing the community together and uplifting spirits. With constant budget cuts, the ability to share the joy and beauty of music has been drastically impacted in neighborhood schools. Thankfully, there are people like Charlotte Diamond and community programs such as Music for Minors II working to keep music alive for future generations. Charlotte Diamond is a native Canadian with a lifelong love of music. After graduating from the University of British Columbia, she taught music to junior high school students for 12 years. Having children of her own furthered her love of music and she began to write songs for her two sons, now grown with little ones of their own. Diamond developed a preschool music program in her neighborhood and these performances caught the attention of other parents. continued on page 30

SUBMITTED BY U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY PHOTO COURTESY OF RAY NG U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu and California Congressman Pete Stark announced that Irvington High School in Fremont recently won the Sandia National Laboratories – CA Regional High School Science Bowl. Irvington High School competed against 24 other teams from across the state in one of

BY MAURICIO SEGURA

I (Left to right): Irvington High School team members Aileen Cheng, Anthony Ma, Irving Hsu, Andrew Wang, Arjun Lakshmipathy, and Coach Mr. Alex Lee, celebrate their regional Science Bowl win.

the nation’s regional competitions of the 22nd Annual U.S. Department of Energy National Science Bowl, and is now eligible to compete in the National Finals in Washington, D.C., at the end of April. The National Science Bowl brings together thousands of middle and high school students from across the country to compete on a range of science disciplines including biology, chemistry, earth science, physics, astronomy, and math. continued on page10

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f an aspiring sports hopeful seeks success, one path is to use someone who is already successful in that field as a model. For example, an aspiring baseball player could learn the art of hitting home runs from someone like Prince Fielder or Albert Pujols. A soccer player looking to bend a free kick into the top corner of the goal post would ideally spend the day working out with David Beckham. Smart young athletes learn as much as they can from top players and coaches in their sport, using the advice and experience sports greats have to offer. Having the opportunity to spend a day with players of such high caliber is next to impossible for most young hopefuls. But aspiring young track and field competitors with Olympic dreams will soon have that once-in-a-lifetime chance to learn the secrets of success from those who have successfully competed in the Olympic spotlight. Logan High School in Union City will be hosting the Willie Davenport Olympian Track and Field Clinic on February 11, from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Those in attendance will train and interact directly with world class Olympic legends such as Hollis Conway - two time Olympic Medalist High Jump; Kevin Young - World Record Holder

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Bookmobile Schedule . . . . . . 23

It’s a date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Classified. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Mind Twisters . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Editorial/Opinion . . . . . . . . . 27

Life Cornerstones . . . . . . . . . 29

Kid Scoop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Public Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Obituary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Arts & Entertainment . . . . . . 21

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Emergency Room Expansion to Cause Civic Center Drive Road Closure

Washington Hospital Hosts Grief Support Group On Wednesday, February 8, the Fremont Police Department will intermittently close westbound and eastbound turn lanes from Mowry Avenue onto Civic Center Drive between 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please be advised that Washington Hospital’s Emergency Room will continue to operate as normal during the road closure. Patients and visitors will need to use the main entrance of the Hospital to access the ER and its waiting area. Traffic light boards and temporary signage will be placed at Washington Hospital vehicle entrance points and security staff members will be onsite to provide directional support to vehicles at the Center for Joint Replacement entrance (Civic Center Drive) and Washington West entrance (2500 Mowry Avenue). Additionally, the sidewalk along Civic Center Drive and the Emergency Room entrance will be blocked to pedestrians at periodic times throughout the day. The intermittent road closure is being conducted to allow construction vehicles to work on Washington Hospital’s Emergency Room expansion project.

When someone you love dies, grief can leave you feeling isolated, powerless, sad or angry. Sharing your concerns and feelings with others can help ease the pain and promote healing. This is an on-going support group for the convenience of adults who live in the southern part of Alameda County. When: Thursday Evenings Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Location: Volunteer Services Department, 2nd Floor Washington West, Suite 216 2500 Mowry Avenue Fremont, CA 94538 This is a free, drop-in group offering support and the exchange of information. You may attend as often as you wish. For more information, please call Washington Hospital’s Spiritual Care Coordinator at (510) 745-6569 or call (510) 797-1111 for general information.

Spiritual Care Services at Washington Hospital Washington Hospital offers non-denominational spiritual care, assistance and support 24 hours a day, seven days a week.When you or someone close to you is in the hospital, Spiritual Care Services can provide the following needs:

Intermittent road closures will occur on Wednesday, February 8, to allow construction vehicles to work on Washington Hospital’s Emergency Room expansion project.

• Someone to talk to or simply sit quietly with you or your loved one • Support for encountering the Sacred through prayer, ritual, or sacrament • Help with the search for meaning during a critical life event, such as illness, death, birth or other life issue • Assistance with contacting clergy or representatives from your religious or spiritual tradition • Support while making difficult decisions about healthcare for yourself or your loved one • Support during times of grief • Celebration during times of joy • Meditation Room (Open 24 hours/day)

InHealth broadcasts on Comcast Channel 78 in Fremont, Newark and Union City and online at www.inhealth.tv The full schedule of InHealth programs listed below can also be viewed in real time on the Washington Hospital website, www.whhs.com

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Your Concerns InHealth: Vitamin Supplements

Your Concerns InHealth: A Good Night's Sleep

Women's Health Conference: Chronic Pain Management

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Men's Health Expo 2011

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Arthritis: Do I Have One of 100 Types?

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Diabetes Matters: Vacation or Travel Plans?

Inside Washington Hospital: Patient Safety

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Do You Have Sinus Problems?

Voices InHealth: Decisions in Cardiac Care Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting January 11, 2012

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Women's Health Conference: Weight Management

Diabetes Matters: Diabetes Viewpoint

Washington Women's Center: Heart Healthy Foods

How to Maintain a Healthy Weight: Good Nutrition is Key

New Techniques to Treat Back Pain

Learning How to Prevent and Live with Congestive Heart Failure

Osteoporosis Update: Learn About Diagnosis and Treatment Options

Diabetes Matters: Diabetes Viewpoint

Planning Your California Advance Health Directive: Now is the Time

Voices InHealth: The Greatest Gift of All

Living Well with Diabetes: Overcoming Challenges

Diabetes Matters: Diabetes Viewpoint

Healthy Nutrition for Your Heart

Treatment Options for Knee Problems

Skin Care and Prevention of Skin Cancer

Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting January 11, 2012

Learn How to Access Community Services Quickly and Easily Women's Health Conference: Weight Management (Late Start)

Your Concerns InHealth: A Good Night's Sleep Washington Women's Center: Circulation 101 for Women - Part 1: Varicose Veins

Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting January 11, 2012

Cough and Pneumonia: When to See a Doctor

World Kidney Day

What Are Your Vital Signs Telling You? Diabetes Matters: Shopping Smart

Washington Women's Center: Arthritis Exercise Program

Community Based Senior Supportive Services Raising Awareness About Stroke

Voices InHealth: Healthy Pregnancy (Late Start) Cancer Caregivers: Panel Discussion

Think Pink 2011 (Late Start)

Personal Emergency Preparedness Training

Cough and Pneumonia: When to See a Doctor

Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement

Brain Health for Seniors

The Weight to Success

Your Concerns InHealth: Pediatric Care – The Pre-School Years

Do You Suffer From Breathing Problems? Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or Asthma

Do You Suffer From Anxiety or Depression?

Kidney Disease Superbugs: Are We Winning the Germ War? Maintaining Heart Health with Diabetes (Late Start)

Disaster Preparedness

Heart Health for People with Diabetes

Caring for an Older Adult: Everything You Need to Know about Caregiving

Oh My Aching Lower Back!

Prostate Enlargements and Cancer (Late Start) Influenza and Other Contagious Respiratory Conditions

Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting January 11, 2012

Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Tremors and Epilepsy

Tips to Making Your Golden Years Healthier Learn About Nutrition for a Healthy Life

How to Maintain a Healthy Weight: Good Nutrition is Key

Think Pink 2011

The Weight to Success

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Heel Problems and Treatment Options

Inside Washington Hospital: The Green Team

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Voices InHealth: Washington's Community Cancer Program

Heart Irregularities (Late Start)

Living with Heart Failure (Late Start)

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Voices InHealth: Bras for Body & Soul

Diabetes Matters: Ins and Outs of Glucose Monitoring

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Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting January 11, 2012

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Important Immunizations Minimally Invasive Surgery for Lower Back Disorders for Healthy Adults

Women's Health Conference: Pain and Rehabilitation Get Back On Your Feet: New Treatment Options for Ankle Conditions

Voices InHealth: New Surgical Options for Breast Cancer Treatment

Diabetes Matters: Shopping Smart

What is Cholesterol and How to Lower It

Diabetes Matters: Ins and Outs of Glucose Monitoring

Reach Your Goal: Quit Smoking Inside Washington Hospital: Pediatric Care

Peripheral Vascular Disease: Leg Weakness, Symptoms and Treatment (Late Start)

Your Concerns InHealth: Senior Scam Prevention

Keys to Healthy Eyes

Have You Recently Lost Health Care Coverage?

Inside Washington Hospital: Stroke Response Team

Take the Steps: What You Should Know About Foot Care

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Seminar Focuses on Leading-Edge Procedures and Heart Healthy Diet With unemployment continuing at stubbornly high levels and employers passing on more of the rising cost of health insurance to those who are employed, many families have lost their health coverage. That means more children today are going without insurance. Studies have shown that people without coverage are less likely to seek the health care they need. They also tend to wait longer for treatment, so they are often sicker when they finally go to the doctor or emergency room. Washington Hospital is sponsoring a free seminar to help families with children who are without health insurance, as well as parents who are concerned they might soon lose their children’s coverage. Called “Health Insurance Options: Make Sure Your Kids Are Covered,” the class will be held on Wednesday, February 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon in the Conrad E. Anderson, M.D. Auditorium in the Washington West building next door to Washington Hospital in Fremont. To reserve your spot, go online to www.whhs.com and look under Upcoming Seminars, or call (800) 963-7070. “Our goal is to enable people to stay healthy,” said Kristi Caracappa, coordinator at the Health Insurance Information Department at Washington Hospital. “We are a free outreach program of Washington Hospital, and we do not sell insurance. But, we are very experienced and knowledgeable about many of the available options.” “We know there are a lot children going without insurance right now,” Caracappa continued. “Parents may be surprised to learn that, more often than not, there are programs and services that can help.” At the seminar, parents will learn how children, from birth to age 18, who currently have no insurance coverage, can qualify for the health insurance program Healthy Families. Sponsored by the State of California, Healthy Families includes low-cost medical, dental and vision coverage. Caracappa and Health Insurance Information Coordinator Linda Dawal will describe the Healthy Families application process and explain how the programs works, who may qualify, how qualifications are determined, what documentation is needed, and how to choose a primary care provider.

Washington Hospital is sponsoring a free seminar to help families with children who are without health insurance, as well as parents who are concerned they might soon lose their children’s coverage.The class will be held on Wednesday, February 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon in the Conrad E.Anderson, M.D. Auditorium in the Washington West building next door to Washington Hospital in Fremont. To reserve your spot, go online to www.whhs.com and look under Upcoming Seminars, or call (800) 963-7070.

“Healthy Families is one of the best options for children whose parents are working but don’t earn enough to afford private health insurance,” explained Caracappa. “Families must pay a reasonable premium based on their income, but it is never more than $75 a month per family, regardless of how many children they have.” Caracappa and Dawal will also talk about other coverage options for children. For example, parents may not be able to afford private insurance for themselves, but it may be affordable to purchase insurance just for the children. Other possibilities include local clinics that offer low cost or free health care services, as well as other county and state programs designed to help children. “Healthy Families is the gateway to additional programs,” added Caracappa. “If parents apply for that program and don’t qualify, their application will be sent to other insurance providers who will follow up, if preliminary qualifications are met.” After the seminar, parents can make an appointment to meet with Caracappa or Dawal if they would like assistance in applying for Healthy Families. Both women are certified application assistants for the program and have been trained to help people apply online. “We are knowledgeable about what documentation is needed and what information is necessary to qualify successfully for the program,” says Caracappa. “That is why it is vitally important to work with a certified documentation assistant when you are first applying.” Parents can call (800) 770-9447, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to make an appointment. The Health Insurance Information Service Office is located in the Washington Community Health Resource Library in the Washington West building on Mowry Avenue in Fremont. When meeting with one of the coordinators, parents should bring the necessary documentation, which includes proof of income and citizenship. During the application process, the coordinators will help parents review and select the appropriate coverage. If the family qualifies, preliminary approval will be granted on the spot. Coverage will be available in about 30 days, once the application has been reviewed and verified by Healthy Families.

Learn More If you have questions about the Washington Health Insurance Information Service or would like to learn more about Healthy Families or other health insurance coverage options, visit www.whhs.com/health-insurance or call (800) 770-9447.

bout 27 million adults in the U.S. have been diagnosed with heart disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, requiring many to undergo open heart surgery to repair the damage caused by the disease. But new minimally invasive techniques have made it possible for some patients to avoid open heart surgery and the long recovery times that go with it. “Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death for both men and women, but many people with heart disease are experiencing better outcomes due to advances in surgery,” said Dr. Jon-Cecil Walkes, chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Washington Hospital, who pioneered a minimally invasive surgical technique for repairing or replacing the heart valve. February is American Heart Month, a good time to think about your heart health. You can join Walkes for an upcoming seminar titled “Heart of the Matter: Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery and Nutrition.” He will talk about some of the newer surgical procedures while Lorie Roffelsen, a registered dietitian at Washington Hospital, will offer guidelines for a heart healthy diet after surgery. The free seminar is scheduled for Jon-Cecil Walkes, M.D., chief of cardiothoracic surgery at Washington Hospital, will talk about various topics related to minimally invasive heart surgery at an upcoming Tuesday, February 14, from 1 to 3 Health & Wellness seminar on Tuesday, February 14. To register, call 800-963-7070. p.m., at the Conrad E. Anderson, M.D. Auditorium, located at 2500 procedure can be used to either repair or replace the Mowry Avenue (Washington West) in Fremont. mitral valve, which controls the flow of blood. Register online at www.whhs.com or call (800) Instead of one large incision down the middle of 963-7070 for more information. the chest for open heart surgery, the minimally inHeart disease is a general term for a variety of vasive procedure is performed through two-inch inheart ailments, including coronary artery disease, cisions on the right side of the chest. The surgeon heart attack, congestive heart failure, congenital reaches between the ribs with small instruments heart disease, and heart valve disease. A major cause rather than cracking open the breastbone to access of heart disease is the buildup of plaque on the arthe heart. tery walls, which blocks the flow of blood and oxy“Minimally invasive surgery offers a number of gen to the heart, Walkes said. Plaque is made from benefits, including shorter recovery times, less scarsubstances in the blood, including cholesterol, fat, ing, and less blood loss,” he said. “Patients are able and calcium. to get back on their feet much quicker.” Shorter Recovery Walkes will also discuss “off pump” coronary byWalkes will talk about the minimally invasive pass surgery, sometimes needed to bypass blocked heart valve procedure he helped to pioneer. The continued on page 4

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arteries. While coronary bypass surgery used to be performed “on pump” with the heart stopped and a machine pumping the blood, more often surgeons are performing the surgery with the heart still beating on its own, called “off pump.” “It’s much better to have the heart beat naturally during surgery,” he said. “We are seeing less memory loss and shorter hospital stays with the offpump procedure.” Eat with TLC While it’s important for everyone to eat a heart healthy diet to avoid heart disease, it is critical for heart disease patients, according to Roffelsen. She will discuss dietary guidelines established by the American Heart Association as well as the Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes (TLC) diet created by the

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National Institutes of Health’s National Cholesterol Education Program. Both the Heart Association and TLC guidelines call for more fruits and vegetables, whole grains, fish, lean meats, and low-fat dairy products, and less processed and prepared foods. But the TLC guidelines are more restrictive to help people with heart disease lower their cholesterol and blood pressure, Roffelsen explained. “People who have had a cardiac procedure need to be more diligent about their diets,” she said. “Reducing the amount of salt and unhealthy fat you consume is critical.” The TLC guidelines cut the amount of saturated fat to just 7 percent of daily calories, she said. The target for total fat is no more than 35 percent of daily calories. Cholesterol intake should be kept below 200 milligrams a day. “Exercise is also part of a heart healthy lifestyle,” Roffelsen added. “The TLC guidelines call for 30 minutes of physical activity most days of the week.” Washington Hospital offers a number of resources for people with heart disease. To learn more about the hospital’s Heart Program, visit www.whhs.com/heart.

Good Medicine and an Upgrade SUBMITTED BY DOCTORS EXPRESS Some doctors send you home with a prescription for pills, but Doctors Express of Newark sent Kathy Stuchlik of Fremont home with a brand new iPad 2. After a routine visit to the urgent care center Stuchlik filled out a survey offering feedback on the facility’s service. Tom Cusumano, managing partner of Doctors Express presents Kathy Stuchlik of Fremont a new iPad 2 Her name was randomly picked from a large group of awards prizes. Two other patients received a pair of other patients who had also filled out the survey. tickets each to Comedy Night held at the Stuchlik says, “I really like the place. I have been Newark/Fremont Hilton Hotel.” Doctors Express to other Urgent Care Centers and none of them now also allows patients to provide feedback by have been as nice as this site. The staff was very going to www.doctorsexpresslistens.com. It takes friendly.” about one or two minutes to complete the survey Doctors Express Managing Partner Tom for the Newark location and be automatically regisCusumano says that the facility prides itself on extered in the iPad raffle drawing. Previous patients ceptional service to its patients. “We want to main- are always welcome to go to the web site and protain high satisfaction, so we always request patient vide feedback on their visit. feedback after a visit. And to thank people for takDoctors Express Urgent Care Center is located ing time to fill out a survey, the center occasionally at 5763 Stevenson Boulevard in Newark.

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SUBMITTED BY NEW HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH The Young Africans is a gifted group of singers, musicians, and dancers who were all once a part of the worldrenowned African Children’s Choir. Now these young adults aged 17–21 are more talented than ever, poised to fulfill their promise and make a difference in their communities back home. They are thrilled to share what God has been doing in their lives and how their African Dreams are becoming a reality. Our African Dream is a unique, powerful, and uplifting presentation that showcases the best of African dance and music, while also bringing new, vibrant life to American spirituals, contemporary worship songs and of course Gospel favorites! Admission is free for all ages! A free-will offering will be taken to support the Music for Life Institute. The African Children’s Choir has been Music for Life’s (MFL) major international program during its 27-year history. MFL has relief and development programs in seven African countries. MFL has currently educated over 52,000 children, and hundreds of thousands of lives have been impacted by the institute’s international programs. The Young Africans are a direct outcome of support like yours over the years. We look forward to seeing you at The Young Africans in Our African Dream, an unforgettable evening that will move, restore, and inspire your community’s faith in God, and hope for the future of Africa.

The Young Africans in Our African Dream Sunday, February 19 7:30 p.m. New Hope Community Church 2190 Peralta Blvd., Fremont (510) 739-0430 www.africanchildrenschoir.com

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Ohlone Humane Society

BY NANCY LYON

here’s no disputing that California is in a huge budgetary crisis and has been for some time. Looking for ways to address the state shortfall, Governor Brown’s administration has targeted a list of 30 state mandated programs and eliminating assistance to some the state’s most needy inhabitants. Included in the grim edict is the elimination of a legal safety net aimed at giving innocent shelter animals a greater chance at survival. Even with current protections, shelter animals have very limited time for an owner to reclaim them or a chance at adoption before they may be put to death. Any repeal of current legal protections would be a death sentence for many animals. Before 1998, animals unfortunate enough to end up in kill shelters were given only a minimum 72 hours after their initial impoundment before they could be killed; hours that were counted whether the shelter was open or not. In 1998, then-Senator Tom Hayden introduced Senate Bill 1785 that was to become the “Hayden Law.” This major piece of animal welfare legislation provided animals in shelters a greater chance of survival than ever before. The 72-hour holding period was replaced with a requirement to hold animals 4-6 working days based on the number of hours the public had shelter access to reclaim their companion animals; lost and found lists were mandated so people desperately searching for their missing animals had a decent chance of locating them. Traumatized domestic cats received greater protection by establishing standardized testing that helped shelter staff to identify them rather than just declaring them feral – meaning speedy euthanization. It mandated care and maintenance for the same period for impounded rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, pot-bellied pigs, birds, lizards, snakes, turtles, or tortoises legally allowed as personal property that were often euthanized. It directed that when impounded, "necessary and prompt veterinary care" be provided for stray or abandoned injured cats and dogs and emergency treatment be given even though they might ultimately be euthanized. It also directed animal shelters to maintain records on animals that were not medically treated by a veterinarian, but were taken in, then euthanized after the holding period. The Hayden Law originally included reimbursement to cities or counties for costs that were incurred from implementing the law’s mandates. However, for several years now, due to the budget crisis, the Hayden Law has been in partial suspension; while all other sections of it are still in effect, the state has not been issuing reimbursements to the cities or counties. Since no financial loss from the law has recently impacted California’s budget why is there now a move to repeal it entirely? Why not still leave it on the books with its mandated protections for the shelter animals?

Even though the Hayden Law reimbursements have been in suspension since 2009, Brown’s administration still states that it is a budget issue because repayment is part of the Hayden Law and directs the state to pay animal shelters for the costs incurred from those extra days they keep animals alive. Department of Finance spokesman H.D.Palmer stated that the law costs the state approximately $23 million a year. This would be true only if reimbursements were still being made; but they are not! In 2008 a report by the nonpartisan Legislative Analyst's Office, recommended eliminating the law because it did not find that it resulted in an increased demand for adoptions. This erroneous information was arrived at by bureaucrats seeking to justify not allowing shelter animals a decent chance at survival while theoretically saving a few bucks. Those working in the trenches, working to save shelter animals as I am, know the inaccuracy of the report. How can bean-counters translate the lives of living, feeling beings into numbers? Sadly, it seems all too easy. As an animal shelter volunteer and regional rescue networker for more than 20 years, I’ve seen the tough reality of what it was like before the Hayden Law came into effect and the increase in adoptions, owner redemptions and rescues since its inception. This reaches far beyond local findings. Obviously, the bureaucrats have been talking to the wrong people and it has led the Governor and his advisors down the wrong path. If repealed, protections mentioned will be history. Reportedly, left in the gutted bill will be the important non-revenue impacting provision that allows non-profit rescues special opportunity to pull animals before they are killed. Unfortunately, rescues are overburdened and each additional day an animal has gives them time to find re-homing options for them. Several years ago, then Governor Arnold Schwartzenegger attempted to repeal sections of the Hayden Law only to be faced with such an overwhelming public outcry that he backed down. Governor Brown now needs to listen to the current huge chorus of disapproval and drop all consideration of repealing any part of the Hayden Law. As a dog lover, he may be attempting to be objective but these are animals whose lives are just as precious as that of his own dog… not impersonal statistics removed from the reality of looming death. It’s in our hands – so request that he choose to be humane and find others means to balance the budget. Moves to repeal the Hayden Law are also being considered in State Assembly and Senate budgetary committees. TAKE ACTION NOW and contact the committee members backing repeal and tell them this move is not acceptable: Governor Brown: (916) 445-2841 (9 am to 5 pm); Fax (916) 558-3177 Senator Mark Leno, Chair, Senate Budget Committee: (916) 651-4003 Assemblymember Bob Blumenfield, Chair, Assembly Budget Committee: (916) 319-2040

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www.ohlonehumanesociety.org Hundreds of healthy, adoptable animals are available at the TriCity Animal Shelter and other local shelters and rescue organizations. Visit www.petfinder.com where you can enter your city or zip code and search by breed, size, gender and other criteria. Nearly 12,500 rescue groups list more than a quarter-million animals available for adoption. Please save one today.

State housing office to open office in Fremont SUBMITTED BY ANDREW LAMAR Senate Majority Leader Ellen M. Corbett (D-San Leandro) announced that the state Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) will locate its consolidated Bay Area regional office in Fremont, the heart of the 10th Senate District. The department will combine employees from its two current regional offices in San Jose and Oakland into one location in Fremont to reduce costs, preserve jobs and maximize effectiveness and efficiency, it announced. The transfer, involving 44 employees, will take place on March 1. “DFEH’s relocation to Fremont is good for the community, and good for the state,” Cor-

bett said. “I am glad the department is looking for smart and creative ways to improve its efficiency and better serve taxpayers.” The new location will be in an accessible office building in a business park near transit, a short walk from the Fremont BART station. It is centrally located between the current offices. The Department of Fair Employment and Housing is charged with protecting Californians from unlawful discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodations and from hate violence. With the consolidation, DFEH will have regional offices in Fremont, Elk Grove and Los Angeles and district offices in Fresno and Bakersfield. For more information, visit Senator Corbett’s web site at http://www.sen.ca.gov/corbett

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Fremont Police Log SUBMITTED BY DET. WILLIAM VETERAN February 2: Officer Zargham investigated a residential burglary that occurred at the 100 block of Joan Terrace. The victim reported she left her home for about 30 minutes and returned to find her home burglarized by an unknown suspect(s). A residential burglary occurred on Sylvester Drive. Entry point and loss unknown. A residential burglary occurred at the Sundale South apartments. Entry point and loss unknown. Residential burglary occurred on Michelle Street. Entry point and loss unknown. Residential burglary on Starr Street. Entry via front door pry.

Newark Police Log SUBMITTED BY CMDR. ROBERT DOUGLAS, NEWARK PD January 31: Officers responded to a residence in the 7700 block of Sunset Avenue at 2:51 p.m. The homeowner came home to find a Hispanic male in his 20’s in front of her house with a box. The subject fled in what was described as an older grey or white Jeep. The house and yard were checked with negative results. The box the suspect stole had been delivered and left on the porch. Investigation is on-going. At 12:46 a.m., officers handled a solo-vehicle traffic collision at the Cedar Blvd./Cedar Court intersection. The driver of the vehicle, Thomas Weems of Fremont was arrested for DUI. February 1: At 4:11 p.m., officers responded to a battery in progress at Ohlone College, where Julian Meadors of San Francisco battered his girlfriend. Meadors was arrested for domestic battery and booked at the Fremont Jail. An officer initiated a traffic stop at 8:24 p.m. on a subject drag racing on Timber Street and ended up arresting Krishna Dutt of Mira Loma for driving under the influence of alcohol. Any person with any information concerning these incidents can contact the non-emergency line at 510578-4237. Information can also be left anonymously on the “silent witness” hotline at 510578-4000, extension 500.

Loss included electronics and jewelry. Feb 3: Sergeant Codey and several officers assisted Detectives with follow-up from the carjacking / kidnapping case that occurred on mid-nights. Detectives located the suspect in a home in Newark. A surround and call-out was attempted, however, the occupants refused to comply. At approximately 1 p.m., a SWAT call-out was initiated, and continued into the evening hours. When the incident was finally stabilized, the "victim" admitted that he fabricated the entire carjack/kidnap story and that he was beaten up by the suspect due to an outstanding debt which he tried to pay off with an ounce of methamphetamine. The "victim" was charged with filing a false po-

lice report, and two others with drug and weapons violations. A call from a Rogers Avenue address reported her adult son for “tearing the house apart”. The 25 year-old was upset because his mother refused him pain medication. Officers arrived and found several exterior windows broken out of the house. To further “assist,” the reporting party had no interest in pursuing criminal charges but that he might require medical care. Sergeants Gott and McCormick attempted a surround and call out with no response. Sgt. McCormick led a team of officers inside the residence to check on the subject’s welfare and found him asleep inside his bedroom. The house was destroyed from top to bottom. The subject was taken for a psychiatric evaluation.

Union City Police Log SUBMITTED BY UNION CITY PD January 25 At 2:52 p.m., the “911” communications center received a transferred cellular call from the New Jersey State Police stating that a female was being sexually assaulted in a red van in the area of Home Depot located at 30055 Industrial Parkway. Patrol officers and Detectives immediately began searching the area in an effort to locate the vehicle and the victim. After an intensive search, the investigations unit took over and began tracking the cellular calls. The unusual calls continued calling during the late afternoon and just after 9 p.m. detectives came across a suspicious person in a big rig tractor parked in the Target parking lot near Whipple Road. After interviewing the subject, investigators determined that this adult male was the person responsible for making numerous calls reporting an unfounded sexual assault sexual assault. The subject was arrested for making a false police report and for reporting a false emergency. January 26 Officers responded to the area of Gemini Drive and Galaxy Way to investigate a hit and run accident. While responding to the scene, dispatch reported a second accident on Lowry Road and Regents Boulevard. Officers responded to the second accident and found that the obviously intoxicated driver was actually responsible for both collisions. Due to injuries suffered in the collision, the driver was transported to a local hospital for treatment and admitted. An officer responded to the Wal-Mart store located at 30600 Dyer Street to investigate a petty theft. While at the store, Loss Prevention officers chased a suspect out the west side entry /exit doors. The officer on scene recognized the loss prevention officer and believed a crime was being committed. The officer followed the loss prevention officer outside and observed a male and female suspect attempting to flee in a vehicle and ordered them to stop; they initially ignored the officer’s commands. The suspects complied with the officers commands after the officer pointed his handgun at them.

It was determined that the female suspect had entered the store with the intent to steal merchandise. The male suspect, acting as the getaway driver, pulled up in front of the store in an attempt to help the female escape. Numerous stolen items were recovered from the victim’s bag; both suspects were arrested for burglary. January 28: Officers responded to the area of Alvarado Boulevard near the railroad tracks, north of Menconi’s Bar to investigate a disturbance. The first arriving officer found a subject leaning against a light pole bleeding from his face and mouth. The victim and a witness were both intoxicated and uncooperative with officers. Officers were able to determine that the victim was assaulted by two adult black males, no further description. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. January 29 An officer on routine patrol saw a subject he recognized to be on probation riding a bicycle on Sherman Drive near Syracuse Avenue. The subject displayed signs of being under the influence of a controlled substance and arrested him. An enforcement stop of a vehicle for driving without any headlamps in the area of Dyer Street and Alvarado Niles Road resulted in an arrest of the driver for being under the influence of a controlled substance and possession of methamphetamine. January 30: Officers investigated a report of three suspicious Hispanic juveniles entering Home Depot located at 30055 Industrial Parkway. The witness advised that one of the subjects had a concealed handgun in his waistband. Arriving officers set up a perimeter of the area and found the subjects at the rear alley of the store near some bushes. The subjects were detained by officers and found to be in possession of stolen property and an “Airsoft” handgun that looked very realistic. The stolen property was tracked back to FoodMaxx and the juveniles were arrested for burglary and possession of a replica weapon.

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Hayward Fire Department honored at the White House SUBMITTED BY HAYWARD FD On Thursday, January 19, 2012, The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in Washington DC awarded the Hayward Fire Department (HFD) with the 2011 FEMA Community Preparedness Award and Champions of Change Award through the Earthquake Country Alliance (ECA). The ceremony took place at the White House. HFD is currently on the ECA steering committee representing the Bay Area, and was selected to attend the event for the positive, educational work that has been done in Hayward for its residents and the region. A cornerstone activity is “The Great California ShakeOut,” an annual statewide earthquake drill that began in 2008 which involves millions of participants each year all across California. “Champions of Change” is a special series being carried out by the White House as a part of President Obama’s “Winning the Future” initiative. It profiles Americans from across the country and features extraordinary and innovative Americans, who are helping to improve the nation, one community at a time. “All across the country, ordinary Americans are doing extraordinary things in their communities to out-innovate, out-educate and outbuild the rest of the world. Every week we invite these Champions of Change to the White House to share their ideas to win the future” says President Obama. “FEMA received nearly 200 Individual and Community Award applications from 36 states, as well as Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, but it was the work that Hayward Fire Department showcased during past “Great ShakeOut” earthquake drills, which truly reflected the collaborative spirit for building a more resilient nation while capturing the embodiment of Whole Community” says Janet Napolitano, Secretary of Homeland Security. The next Great ShakeOut drill is scheduled for October 18th 2012, at 10:18 am. For more information on Disaster Preparedness and safety related materials, please visit: www.haywardca.gov or contact the Hayward Fire Department Emergency Services Office at (510) 583-4948.

Fremont Unified School District Board meeting report ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY MIRIAM G. MAZLIACH The following are highlights from the Fremont Unified School District (FUSD) Board meeting held on January 25, 2012. Closed Session Superintendent’s Report: Superintendent Dr. James Morris reported on the following appointment, unanimously approved by the Board: Karen Russell as Director of Special Education Community Leadership/Superintendent’s Report: Superintendent Morris announced that Irvington High School student Irving Hsu and Mo Luo from Mission San Jose High School each won $1,000 as semi-finalists in Intel’s “Science Talent Search,” in addition to $1,000 for their schools. It was a night for accolades as Resolution Certificates were pre-

sented to the following individuals and organizations: Brian and Hattie Hyman Hughes of the Fremont Bank Foundation, for giving back to the students in the community. In partnership with FUSD, the foundation also helped support the recently held “Beyond the Locker” Sports Camp, which trained Robertson High school students to mentor Horner Jr. High students. Tony Stewart, who as founder of the “Beyond the Locker” program, was recognized for making a positive difference in the lives of young people. Local students, Alexia Dentoni and Kayla Doty of Irvington High School and Vincent Dentoni from Centerville Junior High. During the holiday season, they helped raise over $19,000 for the “Make A Wish Foundation,” through the Macy’s “Letters to Santa” campaign.

“Bring Me A Book Foundation,” whose ongoing focus is to donate books to all children. To date over 55,000 children in nine states and seven countries have received books as well as all Fremont pre-school classes. The organization has received funding for a third year. Dr. Morris commented, “It really takes a community effort to make kids successful. Thank you all for what you’ve done and what you do for the future generation.” Oral Communications/Public Comment: Pastor Horatio Jones of Family Bible Fellowship Church in Newark invited the community to attend their topical series of programs, four Sundays in February, during African-American History Month. Visit www.fbfministries.org for more details. Desrie Campbell, President of the Fremont Education Foundation reminded people to attend the annual “Excellence in Education” fundraising gala, to be held at the Fremont Marriott on Friday, February 24. This year, attendees are encouraged to wear continued on page 28

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Pat Kite’s Garden

BY PAT KITE This is just about your last chance to officially trim your roses. Of course they will probably do just fine if you don’t hack away at them, but they won’t be as neat or do as well. Those red and orange seedpods remaining from last year do take away from the plant’s vim and vigor. When the rose is nurturing its potential offspring, it isn’t growing as tall, bushy, fully disease/disorder resistant or rosy. Now what to do? Use a sharp hand pruning shears or a longer lopping shears. Protective gloves prevent thorn attacks. Cut about ?-inch above a bud eye. What’s that? If you look at a rose cane you will see tiny bumps, each with a little black “eye” in the middle. Underneath will be a horizontal crease, equally small. This bump or bud is where new

green shoots will soon appear. Trimming encourages growth. Why just ?-inch above? Any longer than that and the intervening cut wood turns brown and dies. This leaves an inviting door for pests and diseases. There are many buds on a cane. Create your cut above a bud that faces the exterior of the plant rather than toward the center. This promotes outward growth and gives each rose branch its fair share of sunshine. Since I don’t always do enough of this, several of my roses have a sort of bramble bush in the plant center. If you can, trim so your plant is vase shaped, rather than thicket. This requires trimming back the center part, which often requires easy access to bandages. As a note, if you see non-relation shoots springing up from the plant base or rootstock, you might want to cut them as far back as pos-

sible. If you don’t eliminate, these sucker shoots will take over the entire plant. For example, if you have lovely yellow roses, and sucker shoots from the original rootstock are left on, eventually you will have a bush of scraggly, probably red, small roses. On a less didactic note… time to buy. I just got a yellow climber and another Double Delight, my favorite rose. Bare-root roses are out now. They are easiest to establish during our cool and hopefully rainy season. Plant in sun. And read the label for disease resistance. Avoid Blackspot, a fungus disease and leafdisfiguring rust. Actually, I find roses the easiest plants to grow in our clay soil, especially if you get them started now. For Valentine’s Day, you may get sweetie a rose bush, or a rose batch. More than 400 million flowers are imported to satisfy this February heart-to-heart.

TRI-CITY GARDEN CLUB MEETINGS: Friends of Heirloom Flowers Work Parties - Every Tuesday - at Shinn Park, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

1251 Peralta near Mowry, Fremont (510) 656-7702 Bring gloves and tools. - Social Hour afterward Every Thursday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Niles Rose Garden - 36501 Niles Boulevard, Fremont Bring gloves and tools. [Across Driveway from Mission Adobe Nursery] Contact Joyce Ruiz: 659-9396 Meetings are held quarterly. Call for details Fremont Senior Center Garden Club First Friday of each month, 2 p.m. Janice Anderman, program coordinator 510-790-6602 Fremont Garden Club The Fremont Garden Club meets the third Wednesday of each month, February - October, in members’ homes & gardens, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Locations are posted on the Fremont Garden Clubs’ web site at www.fremontgardenclub.org or email: fremontgardenclub@hotmail.com

PAT KITE L. Patricia [Pat] Kite’s several garden books include KISS Guide to Gardening, Gardening Wizardry for Kids, Raccoons, Ladybug Facts and Folklore and Silkworms. They may be found at Amazon.com and Alibris.com.

“Congratulations to the students at Irvington High School – some of America’s future leaders in the science, technology, engineering and math fields,” said Energy Secretary Chu. “Through the National Science Bowl, we’re challenging today’s students and ensuring that America stays competitive in a rapidly advancing world.” continued from page 1 “Winning the California Regional Science Bowl is a great accomplishment for the students, teachers, and parents at Irvington High School – and for the community as a whole,” said Congressman Stark. “I’m thrilled that these future scientific leaders from Irvington will represent California in the Finals in Washington and I look forward to a strong showing.” Over the next several months, more than 9,000 high school students and 4,500 middle school students will compete in 69 high school and 45 middle school regional Science Bowl tournaments. Students, in teams of four or five, compete in a fast-paced Jeopardy-style format where they solve technical problems and answer questions in all branches of science and math. Most teams are coached by teachers from the students’ schools and spend several months preparing for the regional competitions. Many states have one regional or statewide Science Bowl competition, while larger states, such as California and Texas, hold several regional competitions across their states. Irvington High School competed against 24 other teams in California. Students from Irvington High School will be awarded an all-expense paid trip to the National Finals in Washington, D.C., which are scheduled for April 26-30. The regional tournaments, which host 15-50 teams, are sponsored by federal agencies, national laboratories, institutions of education, and non-profit organizations. More information about these events is available on the National Science Bowl website: http://www.science.energy.gov/nsb/. The Department of Energy (DOE) created the National Science Bowl in 1991 to encourage students to excel in mathematics and science and to pursue careers in these fields. More than 200,000 students have participated in the National Science Bowl throughout its 21 year history, and it is the nation’s largest science competition. DOE’s Office of Science manages the competition.

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Parent Project® Parent Project® scheduled for March Back by popular demand, Fremont Youth and Family Services has scheduled a new Parent Project® session that will begin in March. The program is designed to help parents who are having a tough time with their adolescent children and provides effective prevention and intervention techniques designed to help their teens grow into safe and competent adults. Parent Project® is a 13week class series that delivers results to families. Program outcomes include: • Never argue again with your child. • Prevent (or stop) children from using alcohol, drugs and tobacco. • Improve school attendance and performance. • Recognize and prevent gang involvement. • Find solutions to violence, chronic running away and suicide. • Improve family relationships and create peace in the home. A one time $35 material fee is required at

time of registration and a weekly fee based on income may be required. Parents and guardians are strongly encouraged to attend class together. Instructors: Jody Montgomery, has taught 20 years in local public schools and has facilitated numerous parent/teacher/adolescent educational enrichment workshops. Jody is a certified Parent Project® facilitator. Anya Marquez, is a registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, currently providing child and family therapy at Youth and Family Services. Anya has been facilitating Parent Project® for four years. Parent Project Begins Tuesday, March 6 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Family Resource Center 39155 Liberty Street, Fremont (510) 574-2148 www.parentproject.com http://www.fremont.gov/index.aspx?NID=1085

New Haven School District SUBMITTED BY RICK LA PLANTE Logan students invited to vie for national honors: James Logan High School students Diane Qi and Michael Xu have been selected as candidates for the United States Presidential Scholars Program. Scholars are selected on the basis of their accomplishments in many areas, including academic and artistic success, leadership and involvement in school and community. Annually, fewer than 150 students are chosen from among outstanding graduating seniors across the country to become U.S. Presidential Scholars. Semifinalists will be announced in April and the winners in May, and the winners will be invited to Washington D.C. in June, for a ceremony sponsored by the White House. Community meetings continue: Chief Academic Officer Wendy Gudalewicz is hosting meetings throughout the District to review the essentials, present data and ask participants to identify questions or concerns based on the data and the essentials. She also will ask participants to help identify and prioritize potential action steps. Parents, staff and community members can attend the meeting at their neighborhood school or select another meeting that fits their schedule. The remaining meetings are: Thursday, February 9: Emanuele Elementary, 6 p.m. (This also is the designated meeting for Cesar Chavez Middle School). Wednesday, February 15: Hillview Crest Elementary, 4 p.m.; Kitayama Elementary, 5:30 p.m. Next parent workshop scheduled: “Practical Strategies to Promote Positive Behaviors in Your Kids” will be the topic Wednesday, February 15, at the next session of New Haven Unified’s ongoing series of parent workshops. District Social Worker Sandy Vaughn will review seven tactics to promote good behaviors and apply those to common problems such as completing homework and chores and getting up and out in the morning. Parents who attended the January workshop will have an opportunity to discuss how the tactics worked or didn’t, “but you DO NOT have to have attended the January workshop in order to benefit from this one,” Ms. Vaughn emphasized. The meeting will be at the Educational Services Center, 34200 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City. To reserve a place, call Marianne Pitta (471-1100, ext. 60425). Childcare and translation services are available on request. Parcel Tax advocates seek volunteers: New Haven Unified School District is considering the possibility of placing a parcel tax on the June ballot, in an effort to mitigate some of the budget cuts that have been forced on the District because of the state’s ongoing financial difficulties. A group comprised of parents, community members, teachers and classified employees is continuing to meet to plan a campaign. Those interested in learning more are invited to the group’s next meeting, at 6 p.m. Thursday, February 16, at the New Haven Teachers Association office, 32980 Alvarado Niles Rd., Suite 812, Union City. Anyone interested in volunteering is asked to fill out and submit a contact form, available online at www.nhusd.k12.ca.us/files/Parcel%20Tax%20Volunteer%20Form.pdf S-P-E-L-L-I-N-G Stars: Fifth-grader Elaine Mai was the winner in Eastin Elementary Spelling Bee and will go on to represent the school in the Regional Spelling Bee, a precursor to the national finals, teacher Pei-Pei Ketron reports. Daphne Pan and Albert Pei, also fifth-graders, finished second and third, respectively, and will represent Eastin at the Alameda County Spelling Bee. Students with disabilities: High school students with disabilities and their parents are invited to attend “Your Future Is in Your Hands,” a presentation on programs and services available after high school, on Wednesday, February 8, in the Teen Center at Central Park in Fremont. More information about the event, which will include representatives of organizations providing a wide variety of services for students from New Haven, Fremont and Newark, is available by contacting Rosa Burciaga (510) 657-2350, ext. 12436 or rburciaga@fremont.k12.ca.us.

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Why is US investment income taxed less than wages? BY STEPHEN OHLEMACHER ASSOCIATED PRESS

WASHINGTON (AP) Why do Mitt Romney and other wealthy U.S. investors pay lower taxes on the income they make from investments than they would if they earned their millions from wages? Because Congress, through the tax code, has long treated investment more favorably than labor, seeing it as an engine for economic growth that benefits everyone. President Barack Obama and the Occupy Wall Street movement are challenging that value system, raising volatile election-year issues of equity, fairness - and Romney's tax returns. Romney, who released his 2010 tax return and 2011 tax estimate this week, has been forced to defend the fact that he paid a tax rate of about 15 percent on an annual income of $21 million. His tax rate is comparable to the one paid by most middle-income families. His income, however, is 420 times higher than the typical U.S. household. The Republican presidential candidate's taxes were so low because the vast majority of his income came from investments. The U.S. has long had a progressive income tax, in which people who make more money pay taxes at a higher rate than those who make less. But for almost as long, the U.S. has taxed capital gains - the profit from selling an investment - at a lower rate than wages. “There are two ways to look at: There is a moral argument and an economic growth argument, and they both point to lower taxes on capital gains,”said William McBride, an economist at the conservative Tax Foundation. McBride says it is unfair to tax income more than once, and capital gains are taxed multiple times. If you got the original investment from wages, that money was taxed. If the stock you own gains value because the company you invested in makes a profit, those profits are taxed through the corporate tax. And if that company issues dividends, those are taxed as well. Lots of people are double taxed, says Chuck Marr, director of federal tax policy for the liberal Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. “Check out your last pay stub: There's income tax and payroll tax, so you're double taxed, too,” Marr said. Under current law, the top tax rate is 15 percent on qualified dividend and long-term capital gains - the profits from selling assets that have been held for at least a year. The top income tax rate on wages is 35 percent, though that applies only to taxable income above $388,350. Congress started taxing capital gains at a lower rate than wages following World War I. The concern then was that high taxes on capital gains actually reduced revenue because people would simply hold onto their investments and restrict the flow of capital, according to the Encyclopedia of Taxation and Tax Policy. At the time, however, the top tax rate on wages was a whopping 73 percent. In 1922, Congress lowered the top capital gains rate to 12.5 percent, a rate that lasted until 1934. For much of the next 70 years, the top tax rate on long-term capital gains hovered between 20 percent and 30 percent, going as high as 39.9 percent in the 1970s but never falling below 20 percent until 2003, when Congress passed a gradual reduction to the current rate. Liberals and some moderates argue that lower taxes on investments are a giveaway to the rich because they are the ones who get the most benefit. Last year, two-thirds of all capital gains went to people making more than $1 million, according to the nonpartisan Joint Committee on Taxation, the official scorekeeper for Congress. Only 5 percent of capital gains went to people making less than $100,000, and only 13 percent went to people making less than $200,000. “I'm a liberal person and I believe strongly that the wealthy should pay more than the working poor,” Marr said, regardless of whether the income is from investments or labor. Obama has taken up this argument, though his budget proposals have called for only small tax increases on capital gains and dividends, to a top rate of 20 percent. Instead, Obama has developed the “Buffet Rule,” named after billionaire investor Warren Buffet, which says rich people shouldn't pay taxes at a lower rate than their secretaries. To impose this rule, Obama said at his State of The Union address Tuesday that people making more than $1 million should pay at least 30 percent of their income in taxes. “Now, you can call this class warfare all you want,” Obama said. “But asking a billionaire to pay at least as much as his secretary in taxes? Most Americans would call that common sense.” The proposal has little chance of passing a divided Congress this year, and the Obama administration has released few details on how the tax would work. Conservatives argue that increasing investment taxes would make it harder to for businesses to raise capital, restricting job growth and hurting financial markets, reducing income for people who rely on pension funds and 401(k) accounts as well as billionaires and millionaires.

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Blue Cross won't bid on Medicaid, stirring fears BY JOHN HANNA ASSOCIATED PRESS TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) Gov. Sam Brownback's efforts to overhaul Medicaid hit a rough spot Thursday after the state's largest health insurance company decided not to bid on a contract to help manage the program, leaving some lawmakers and advocates increasingly uneasy. Officials with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Inc. said submitting a bid for a state contract would require the company to make dramatic business changes in less than a year. Brownback's administration plans to issue three contracts this year for the state's $2.9 billion program, which provides health coverage to poor families and disabled and elderly Kansans. The contracts would start Jan. 1, 2013. Kansas has asked the federal government, which helps finance Medicaid, to waive some of its rules so that the contracts can cover the disabled and elderly and include financial incentives for improving services while controlling costs. Critics worry Brownback's administration is moving too quickly. Brownback's efforts to overhaul Medicaid represent the first time the state has attempted to cover the disabled and the elderly, including those in nursing homes, with a managed-care program. “It's crystal clear now that it's going to be for-profit, outof-state, multinational, probably publicly traded, Wall Street companies,” said Rocky Nichols, executive director of the Disability Rights Center of Kansas, adding that fellow advocates worry about “placing profits” between Medicaid recipients and services. Brownback spokeswoman Sherriene Jones-Sontag declined to comment about the Blue Cross decision, because the bidding process isn't complete. Companies had until Tuesday to submit technical details for their proposals but still have until Feb. 22 to complete their bids, and the administration is not releasing a list of firms still seeking a contract. Blue Cross was among 15 companies represented at a mandatory conference for potential bidders in December. Others included large, multistate firms such as Coventry Health Care Inc., based in Bethesda, Md.; United Healthcare, based in Minnetonka, Minn., and WellPoint Inc., with its headquarters in Indianapolis. continued on page

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Tri-City Stargazer FEBUARY 8 – FEBRUARY 14, 2012 BY VIVIAN CAROL For All Signs: Neptune is a slow-moving planet which has been flirting with the sign of Pisces since last summer. This week it will finally move firmly into Pisces and will remain there for 14 years. Below you will see the types of experiences that you likely will have. Keep in mind this is a 14 year situation. Not everything will happen this week. Check your Sun sign and your Ascending sign below for the meaning of this transit. This is a longterm prediction and a keeper. Aries (March 21-April 20): Neptune, god of the sea, will be flowing through the territory of your unconscious mind. You may develop an active dream life. You might have a need to explore this territory through journaling, the arts, or counseling. Psychic vampires may be intrusive until you find out why your unconscious is calling them. Taurus (April 21-May 20): During the next 14 years your former sense of community may become scattered. This could be due to a move to a different territory. You could change your taste in churches or other organizations that have previously given you a sense of identity. As you move into a different world of community, it is important that you open your mind. Don’t close yourself into a cocoon. Gemini (May 21-June 20): The overall effect of this transit is to loosen your ties to that which you consider representative of your security in life. Maybe it is time for you to become acquainted with the spiritual as a genuine support factor in your consciousness. Beware of the potential for water problems concerning your property.

Cancer (June 21-July 21): Neptune is moving into the life sector of higher education, publishing, the law, the Internet and religious institutions. Your attitude about one or more of these life experiences is likely to become disenchanted. You may discover that which was working before is not really serving you as you wish. Thoughts and adjustments need to be made.

Libra (September 23-October 22): Your accustomed workplace may be altered, moved, or otherwise changed into something lacking in the usual structure. Perhaps you begin to work from your car or while traveling, so the scenery shifts frequently. Be conscious of your health. You might be developing allergies or over-reacting to chemicals that have previously been customary in your environment.

Capricorn (December 22-January 19): People who strike you as really strange could move into your neighborhood. It might develop a “transitional” reputation. For those who are open-minded, this will be no problem. However, if you are not, it is probably time to consider preparing to move, because others will follow. Those with siblings may need to offer assistance.

Leo the Lion (July 22-Aug 22): Use alert consciousness in the area of debt. It could become easy for you to fool yourself into not noticing how the credit cards are filling. Make every effort to create a savings plan and hold yourself accountable to it. Money and resources might slide right through your fingers. If you have depended on others for income, that resource may now begin to vaporize.

Scorpio (October 23-November 21): You might become enchanted or disenchanted with a lover during these years. Neptune can cause you to see what you want to see in another and then later recognize the real truth. Those with children need to be especially careful to protect them from drugs or chemicals in the environment. For those who gamble, it is definitely time to quit.

Aquarius (January 20-February 18): As Neptune transits your second house of income, your accustomed means of making a living will likely change. During this 14year period, money and resources will flow in and then out again, mimicking the ocean waves. You become a conduit. Learn to allow

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21): You may come to a point in which you realize your career is not as fulfilling as you once thought. Sometimes it represents a layoff or a burn-out. Work in which you can use your intuitive sense and/or your skills as an artist could be appealing. Recognize that this is a process, and hold to your sense of faith in the future.

Are you interested in a personal horoscope? Vivian Carol may be reached at (704) 366-3777 for private psychotherapy or astrology appointments (fee required).

Virgo the Virgin (August 23-September 22): Your need to serve humanity in some way is strongly activated at this time. Your compassion is a mantel on your shoulders now. Unfortunately, there are those who can sense it and will seek to take advantage of your good nature and kindness. Practice wise discernment.

yourself to float with it as though you were in the water. Pisces (February 19-March 20): This is a time in which your faith in the spirit of your understanding is your best ally. You may feel compelled to follow a path that is questionable to folks in a more grounded world. It is possible your interest in the necessary, worldly factors of food, housing and money is taking second place to the ideal you seek now. Concentrate on giving attention to your body. .

www.horoscopesbyvivian.com

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Local attorney to received prestigious scout award Attorney Richard King is to be awarded the Silver Beaver by the Boy Scouts of America at a gala dinner at the San Leandro Senior Community Center on Saturday evening, February 11, 2012. The Silver Beaver Award is the highest honor to be granted by the San Francisco Bay Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America in recognition of “leadership given to the youth of our communities.” King is a long time fundraiser for the Boy Scouts and serves on the Executive Board of the BSA Bay Area Council. He is a distinguished lawyer who also serves on the High Council of the Fremont Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a former chairman of the Fremont Planning Commission. King served as world President of Rotary International and continues to travel the globe for Rotary; he will be returning from India the day before the Silver Beaver dinner. King and his wife Cherie have been residents of Fremont for 35 years. Tickets for the dinner - $30 per person - are available at (510) 577-9203.

Holocaust exhibit at CSUEB Library SUBMITTED BY DIANE DANIEL An exhibit on loan from the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles is currently open for viewing by the public at the California State University East Bay Library 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd, Hayward. Entitled, “The Courage to Remember,” the exhibit features 40 posters which discuss four parts of the Holocaust in Europe: the rise of Nazi Germany, devising the Final Solution, the annihilation of the Jews and others, and the Liberation from the camps. The purpose of the exhibit is to encourage visitors to remember what happened in Nazi-occupied Europe. Center materials state, “Only informed, understanding, and morally committed individuals can prevent such persecution from happening again.” The Library has also mounted two exhibit cases with materials regarding the Holocaust in literature. For more information contact: CSU East Bay Library at (510) 885-3664. Holocaust Posters Exhibit Now through February 16 Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. CSUEB Library 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd. Hayward (510) 885-3664 Free exhibit and open to the public

District works to secure federal funding for flood protection SANTOS GUEST COLUMN SANTA CLARA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT FEBRUARY 2012

n 2000, Santa Clara County voters approved a special parcel tax to fund the 15-year Clean, Safe Creeks and Natural Flood Protection Plan which provided funding for four major outcome areas. To ensure accountability to voters, an Independent Monitoring Committee (IMC) was formed to oversee the plan’s progress. The IMC has just released its tenth annual report, which shows that we are on track to complete three of the four planned outcomes, raising concerns about the lack of federal funding for the flood protection outcome area. In terms of flood protection, all locally funded projects are proceeding on or ahead of schedule; the IMC applauded the district for meeting its commitments. In 2011, the district completed the Calabazas Creek Flood Protection Project ahead of schedule, protecting 2,483 parcels from flooding. Meanwhile, construction on the Permanente Creek Flood Protection Project is expected to begin in September. Since 2000, the program has removed 58,988 cubic yards of sediment to maintain the water-carrying capacity of stream channels and reduce the risk of flooding. The program also funds pollution prevention activities such as trash removal and educational efforts to ensure clean, safe water in our creeks and bays. The district responds to reports of hazardous material spills in local creeks and each year organizes major creek cleanup events. Healthy creek and bay ecosystems is another major outcome area which has exceeded its stated goals. With a goal of 100-acres, the district has, through community partnerships, created or restored more than 569 acres of tidal or creekside habitat. Finally, the district is nearing successful achievement of the final outcome area, having opened up 65.5 miles of new streamside trails and is poised to accomplish the goal of 70 miles by 2016. Trail development is accomplished through partnership with cities and the local communities. The one area of concern is with federally-funded flood protection projects. Despite substantial support from local officials and our congressional delegation, state and federal funds have declined significantly. As a result, the completions of the Upper Guadalupe River, Berryessa Creek and Upper Llagas Creek projects have all been delayed. As a board, we take our commitments to tax-paying public seriously and have taken aggressive action to minimize the impact of the federal funding gap. To make up for the federal funding shortfalls, the district has temporarily transferred funds from unallocated reserves to keep the projects moving forward and we are coordinating with local governments to encourage their advocacy for federal funding. It is important that we continue to actively pursue state and federal funds as these can contribute up to 75 percent of the cost of large construction projects. In fact, the district has successfully brought millions of dollars to our county for needed water infrastructure, not to mention supporting economic stimulus through construction jobs. My fellow board members and I continue to pursue every opportunity to secure the federal support we expected in 2000, when the Clean, Safe Creeks program was approved. We still need your help to achieve those goals. Please contact your state and federal elected officials to urge their continued support of these needed flood protection projects. To read the IMC report, please visitwww.valleywater.org.

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Are you a writer? Do you like to write about interesting topics? Are you a whiz with words and like to share your thoughts with others? Can you find something fascinating about lots of things around you? If so, maybe writing for the Tri-City Voice is in your future. We are looking for disciplined writers and reporters who will accept an assignment and weave an interesting and accurate story that readers will enjoy. Applicants must be proficient in the English language (spelling and grammar) and possess the ability to work within deadlines. If you are interested, submit a writing sample of at least 500 words along with a resume to tricityvoice@aol.com or fax to (510) 796-2462.

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SUBMITTED BY SACHIE JOHNS Stormy-1 by Mary Sullivan

The Fremont Art Association is pleased to present its first showcase of the year featuring the works of Carol Pulliam and Mary Sullivan, oil and acrylic artists with contrasting styles, starting Friday, February

Raging Shoreline by Carol Pulliam

10 through Sunday, February 26 at the Fremont Art Centre. The centre is open Wednesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. A variety of new works from additional member artists will compliment the gallery’s first quarter offerings. Pulliam is a self-taught acrylic painter who loves bright pure color. She uses a palette knife and simple palette of only the three primary colors plus white. Pulliam works mostly using acrylic but also likes to

work with charcoal, pastels, and watercolor. Having a passion for pure, bright color, the artist uses color to evoke emotions or set a mood to the extreme. She is always seeking to create compositions with interesting negative space with an accent on light and dark values. Sullivan is an oil painter doing much of her painting in her lovely garden and in her studio in Fremont. She expresses herself using light and color through the

medium of oil on hard board, believing that color value is the most important aspect of a painting—it is what brings her paintings to life. She encourages anyone who has even the slightest interest in painting not to delay— just pick up a brush and get started on a very enjoyable and exciting experience! A reception honoring these two very talented artists will be held on Sunday, February 12 from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the FAA Centre. For details, call (510) 702-0905 or visit www.FremontArtAssociation.org. Showcase I: Expressions in Light and Color Friday through Sunday February 10 - 26 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Artists’ Reception Sunday, February 12 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Fremont Art Centre 37697 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 792-0905 www.FremontArtAssociation Free

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L-R: Ashok Kumar, Fremont Vice Mayor Anu Natarajan, Sue Kumar, Navin Bharadwaj, Neal Bharadwaj (founder of MOC), Daisy Chu, San Jose City Council Member Kensan Chu, Rajni Madan (founder of Jeena) and Seema Sharma

SUBMITTED BY ASHOK KUMAR The Seventh Annual Friendship Dinner Dance, a successful fundraiser for Matters of Community, was held at the Golden Peacock Banquet Hall and Restaurant Saturday, January 21, 2012. “Matters of Community” (MOC) is a California registered nonprofit organization started in early 2004 in Fremont by a high school Junior Neal Bharadwaj. Neal was inspired by volunteering experience he obtained at Jeena, a non-profit resource center for disabled children. MOC envisions enhanced self-esteem and improved integration of special needs children around

the world into mainstream community through the use of music, art, theater and sports. MOC takes on projects directly with individuals and other organization as well as funds activities of other nonprofit organizations that support its mission here and in India. Speakers at the benefit emphasized the need for helping special needs children. MOC presented contribution checks to Rajni Madan, founder of Jeena, and to Sharon Soulis, East Bay Jazz Society board member. The gala event was well attended and entertainment included rarely seen Indian classical dances, Bollywood dances, traditional Dixieland Jazz bands, Clarinet and Vocal Soloists, and even a sword juggling performance.

Health plan expands vision care benefits for seniors SUBMITTED BY PAMELA CORANTE-HANSEN Alameda Alliance for Health (the Alliance) has added coverage for glasses and contact lenses to its Alliance CompleteCare Medicare health plan, which serves seniors and persons with disabilities who are dually eligible for both Medi-Cal and Medicare. The new benefit became effective January 1, 2012. Since 2009, adult Medi-Cal beneficiaries have seen a state-mandated reduction in Medi-Cal optional services. While Medi-Cal continues to cover eye exams, it no longer provides coverage for prescription glasses or contacts. Due to high demand for eyewear benefits among residents of Alameda County, the Alliance enhanced its benefits package for its Alliance CompleteCare members. The new benefit will include $175 to be used toward the purchase of contact lenses or glasses every two years. Alliance CompleteCare also includes dental coverage, which was eliminated for adults from Medi-Cal as a

result of state budgetary constraints. “At a time when the economic climate has forced many agencies to reduce benefits, the Alliance is pleased to be able to enhance the range of services for our CompleteCare members,” said Ingrid Lamirault, CEO of the Alliance. “Our commitment to the health and well-being of Alameda County’s seniors and people with disabilities remains a top priority.” Alliance CompleteCare is a Medicare Advantage Special Needs health plan for people who live in Alameda County and who qualify for both Medicare and Medi-Cal. Alliance CompleteCare combines Medicare, Medi-Cal and Part D drug coverage into one plan. Enrollment for Alliance CompleteCare is open year round, and sales representatives speak Cantonese, Vietnamese, Mandarin, and Spanish. Additional information on Alliance CompleteCare benefits can be found at www.alliancecompletecare.org or by calling 1-877585-7526.

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BY NISHA PATEL On Saturday, February 11, the Induz nonprofit organization will hold its annual Valentine’s Day gala event. Families are invited to attend and enjoy a night of lively entertainment while supporting a good cause. Induz works to help low-income students by providing art education through the visual

forms at charitable events like this. There will be more dance performances by local Bay Area dance group “Project Pulse” along with salsa and flamenco dances, followed by a full banquet dinner and an open bar. Throughout the evening, prizes will be awarded for categories such as Best Dressed couple. For the rest of the night, adults can enjoy the DJ dancing on the dance floor. The entire event will be hosted by Hollywood actor, Roger Narayan, who will be visiting the Bay Area exclusively for this event. Milpitas Mayor Jose Esteves, and Fremont Vice Mayor Anu Natarajan will be guests of honor. Induz Valentine Masti Saturday, Feb 11 6:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Mehran Restaurant 5774 Mowry School Rd., Newark (510) 449-8530 www.sulekha.com/induz www.induz.org Tickets: $20 - $100

arts, music, and dance to schools in the Bay Area along with orphanages in India. The Valentine’s event will be held at Mehran Restaurant in Newark. Starting at 6:30 p.m., parents can drop off their kids at the complimentary child activity center, managed by Safari Kid where younger children will have the chance to participate in arts and crafts, construction, public speaking, and Kinderdance activities. At 7 p.m., a fashion show will take the guests through a themed journey from dating to wedding in “Forever in Love” by DesiBazaar. Later in the evening, guests will enjoy singing and dancing numbers by “Surpal,” which often per-

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$ = Entrance or Activity Fee R= Reservations Required Schedules are subject to change. Call to confirm activities shown in these listings.

Thru Feb 16

Holocaust Posters Exhibit Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Alameda County Superior Court needs Volunteers to support The Information Kiosk in the Fremont and Hayward courthouses. Training provided. Phone 510-891-6209 or e-mail ralvarez@alameda.courts.ca.gov

CSUEB Library 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward (510) 885-3664 Tuesday, Feb 7

Connecting the Dots: Out of the Mouth of Dentistry

6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Presentation on holistic dentistry

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421 Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, Feb 7 - Feb 17

Interviews for Tri-City Senior Peer Counseling Training

1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Must be 50 years or older. Requires nine week training course

City of Fremont, Aging and Family Services 3300 Capitol Ave., Fremont (510) 574-2064 Wednesday, Feb 8

Valentine Making Workshop R

4 p.m. For school age children

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421 Wednesday, Feb 8 - Feb 29

Web Page Creation and Design

6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Students create multimedia pages

Ohlone College 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6285 Thursday, Feb 9

High-Speed Train

4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Discussion of Environmental Impact Report

San Jose City Hall 200 East Santa Clara Street, San Jose Friday, Feb 10

Barry "Shabaka" Henley $

FREE Tax Preparation

8 p.m. Actor, Writer, Director, Historian

Services for Eligible Households making $50,000 or Less

Smith Center 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6031

Fremont Family Resource

Paul Posnak Classical & Jazz Piano $

Center - VITA Program 39155 Liberty Street Fremont, CA 94538 1/25/12 to 4/16/12 M-W-F Closed President's Day 2/20/12 Mon. & Wed. 4 to 8 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. No appointment needed

Saturday, Feb 11

8 p.m. Classical and Jazz concert

Smith Center 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6031

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Unity of Fremont Sunday 10:00 AM

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Table Tennis Tournament $R

8 a.m. Ages 12 and up Union City Sports Center 31224 Union City Blvd., Union City (510) 675-5805 Saturday, Feb 11

Black Women in American Culture and History

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Health & Wellness Seminar, vendors, singers & dancers

Newark Community Center 35501 Cedar Blvd., Newark (510) 792-3973 Saturday, Feb 11

Valentino for Valentine's Day $

7:30 p.m. Romantic film

Niles Essanay Theater 37417 Niles Blvd, Fremont (510) 494-1411 Saturday, Feb 11

How to Profitably Manage Rental Property $R

9 a.m. - 12:00 noon Prepare your property for the leasing market

Ohlone College Newark Center 39399 Cherry St., Newark (510) 659-6191 Saturday, Feb 11

Welsh Sweethearts $R

12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Turn stalks of wheat into gifts. Ages 10 and up.

Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220 Saturday, Feb 11

Charlotte Diamond $R

2 p.m. Family Concert

Harbor Light Church 4760 Thornton Ave., Fremont (510) 733-1189

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Sunday, February 12

Willie Davenport Olympian Track and Field Clinic $R

Induz Valentine Masti $

Expressions in Light and Color Artists’ Reception

Registration: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. James Logan High School 1800 "H" St., Union City (510) 304-7172 www.logantrackandfield.com

6:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Mehran Restaurant 5774 Mowry School Rd., Newark (510) 449-8530 www.sulekha.com/induz www.induz.org

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SUBMITTED BY GOSIA ASHER Barry “Shabaka” Henley is not only dramatic, hilarious, and everything Hollywood, he is also part of the defining generation of the civil rights movement in the entertainment business. To start off Black History month, Henley will take the audience on a journey through time to the history of black artists in drama beginning in New York in the 1820s, through the 1960s black artists’ movement. His performance at the Ohlone College Smith Center will include excerpts from his internationally acclaimed play, “Jungle Bells.” In the play, an African American man searches for his identity and ancestral past as he travels to his motherland encountering both the laughter and the pain of Black America. A familiar primetime face, Barry “Shabaka” Henley has appeared in TV shows like "Heroes," "Law and Order SVU," "Grey’s Anatomy," "Numb3rs," and more. He also starred in movies such as "State of Play," "Collateral," "Four Brothers," and "Miami Vice." Distinguished theater performances include "Waiting for Godot" and "Richard II." He is a sought-after lecturer with his dynamic stage presence and experience. Henley has taught acting and theatre at San Francisco School of Dramatic Arts, Occidental College, and the San Francisco County Jail. Barry “Shabaka” Henley is a one-man show not to be missed!

Smith Center Presents! Barry “Shabaka” Henley Friday, February 10 8 p.m. Smith Center at Ohlone College 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6031 www.smithcenter.com Tickets: $18-$20 Parking: $2

BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE SUBMITTED BY FASTSIGNS Fremont FASTSIGNS® sign and graphics center recently helped Spin A Yarn Steakhouse prepare for its debut on FOX’s “Kitchen Nightmares” Feb. 10. Rick and Thelma Martin, owners of FASTSIGNS of Fremont were contacted during the filming of “Kitchen Nightmares” and asked to provide an updated sign for the restaurant. The sign was to be revealed to Spin A Yarn’s owners, Saki and Jen Kavouniaris, during the unveiling of their restaurant’s new look. “Because the restaurant’s makeover was supposed to be a complete surprise, the job required that we produce and install the sign in one day,” explained Rick. “We got to work creating the sign and then went to the site at 10 p.m. so that we could install the sign under the cover of darkness.” The team worked through the night to remove the lettering from the restaurant’s previous lighted sign and then install the updated design. The new sign and updated atmosphere of the restaurant will take center stage during the episode of “Kitchen Nightmares” airing Feb. 10. To celebrate the premiere, Spin A Yarn will host a premiere party starting at 6 p.m. the night the show airs, complete with a prime rib or salmon dinner, followed by a viewing of the episode. “We wanted to host a special dinner for all of our loyal customers and for community members to enjoy the show,” said Saki. “Space is filling up fast, however, so those interested need to make a reservation as soon as possible.” To attend the premiere dinner, simply call Spin A Yarn Steakhouse at (510) 656-9141 for a reservation. The cost is $50 per person for hors d’oeuvres, a choice of prime rib or salmon, a side of Spin A Yarn salad and chocolate mousse. After the show, guests can enjoy live entertainment from Rock Hendricks and Margo LeDuc.

FINDING REAL ESTATE DEALS Wed. February 15th, 6:30 pm Hyatt Place 4950 Hacienda Drive, Dublin

Alameda County Bookmobile stops Renew books by phone (510) 790-8096 For more information (510) 745-1477

Tuesday, Feb 7 2:30 – 3:25 p.m. Cabrillo School, 36700 San Pedro Dr., Fremont 3:45 – 4:20 p.m. California School for the Deaf, 39350 Gallaudet Dr., Fremont 5:25– 6:10 p.m. Booster Park, Gable Dr. & McDuff Ave. Fremont 6:25– 6:55 p.m. Camellia Dr. & Camellia Ct., Fremont Wednesday, Feb 8 1:00 – 1:45 p.m. Hillside School, 15980 Marcella St., San Lorenzo 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. Eden House Apartments, 1601 165th Ave., San Leandro 3:00 – 3:35 p.m. Ashland Village Apartments, 1300 Kentwood Lane, San Leandro 4:40 – 5:15 p.m. Palomares Hills HOA Clubhouse, 6811 Villareal Dr., Castro Valley 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Lomond Way & Greenridge Rd., Castro Valley Thursday, Feb 9 2:00 – 2:25 p.m. Baywood Ct., 21966 Dolores St., Castro Valley 2:45 – 3:40 p.m. Bay School, 2001 Bockman Rd., San Lorenzo 4:55 – 5:30 p.m. Falcon Dr. & Merganser Dr., Fremont 5:50 – 6:20 p.m. Creekside Village Apartments, 3999 Sequoia Terrace, Fremont Friday, Feb 10 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. Fame Charter School, 16244 Carolyn St., San Leandro 12:15 – 12:45 p.m. Kidango Grant, 879 Grant Ave., San Lorenzo

2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Hesperian School, 620 Drew St., San Lorenzo Monday, Feb 13: No service Tuesday, Feb 14 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Mission Hills Middle School, 250 Tamarack Dr. Union City 2:45 – 3:30 p.m. Purple Lotus Buddhist School, 33615 - 9th St., Union City 4:50 – 5:30 p.m. Mariner Park, Regents Blvd. & Dorado Dr., Union City 5:40 – 6:20 p.m. Sea Breeze Park, Dyer St. & Carmel Way, Union City Wednesday, Feb 15 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Warm Springs Community Center, 47300 Fernald St., Fremont 4:15 – 4:50 p.m. Lone Tree Creek Park, Starlite Way & Turquoise St., Fremont 5:50 – 6:25 p.m. Jerome Ave. and Ohlones St., Fremont 6:40 – 7:10 p.m. Baywood Apts., 4275 Bay St., Fremont

Milpitas Bookmobile stops Renew books by phone (800) 471-0991 For more information (408) 293-2326 x3060 Wednesday, Feb 8 2:00 – 2:20 p.m. Pioneer Park, 60 Wilson Way, Milpitas 2:30 – 2:55 p.m. Friendly Village Park, 120 Dixon Landing Rd., Milpitas 3:20 – 4:00 p.m. Foothill School, 1991 Landess Ave., Milpitas

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400 Hurdles; Eddie Hart World’s Fastest Human 1972; George Rhoden - Gold Medalist 400 Meters; Ron Morris - 1960 Silver Medalist… and many more. This event, celebrating its 26th year, was created by Logan High School's track and field coach Lee Webb as part of his “Learn by Doing” initiative to inspire young athletes. Webb reached out to former Olympians and soon connected with the late, five-time Olympian Willie Davenport. With Davenport's support, the event grew from 60 attendees in its first year, to over 1,600 athletes, making this the largest sports clinic of its kind in the U.S. Webb has stated that the clinic, “teaches and motivates students not only to be great athletes, but great people as well.” The best part is that it is open to

all ages. While most attendees are school-aged athletes, past clinics have been attended by children as young as three to adults in their 70s. The Willie Davenport Olympian Track and Field Clinic will begin after registration at 9 a.m. with introductions of the Olympians and instructors. Attendees will then break into groups for individual event training such as race walking, high jump, sprints and hurdles, shot put, discus, and others. An hour long break for lunch will allow athletes time to view, collect, and purchase track and field items from various vendors. The event will continue until 4 p.m.; all paid registrants will receive a free bag of assorted track and field materials. This day of instruction from an elite class of notables is

SUBMITTED BY ROBERT BECK UC Premiere TOPS competitive U11 Girls soccer team will hold tryouts Sunday, February 12. TOPS placed fifth in 2011 Norcal State Cup competition and was undefeated in their league. The TOPS are now expanding their team in search of girls who want

to enhance their game, strengthen their skills, and go to the next level of their soccer game.

unique; no other sport offers an experience quite like this. The combined experience of these Olympians is priceless! Register now to meet and learn from sports legends. Registration is $20 for individuals, $10 for youths 10 and under, $350 per team, and $500 for teams of 50 or more. For more information, contact Coach Webb at (510) 304-7172 or lwebb@nhusd.k12.ca.us. Willie Davenport Olympian Track and Field Clinic Saturday, February 11 Registration: 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. Events: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. James Logan High School 1800 "H" St., Union City (510) 304-7172 www.logantrackandfield.com Registration: $10/$20

If you are athletic, have a passion to play soccer, and are a team player with a desire to win then come try out to be a part of the TOPS team. Those with no experience but do have drive, passion, and love for soccer are also welcome to try out. We offer dedicated coaching, excellent training, and a family atmosphere. Register for tryouts as soon as possible at http://ucpremier.org/tryoutplayerform.html and specify trying out for U11 TOPS Team. Please note that to be eligible the birth date of girls turning “11” must fall between August 2001 and July 2002. Call Team Manager Cindy Beck (408) 218-9596 to join our practice Tuesday, February 7 or Thursday, February 9 at Shorty Garcia Park from 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. We look forward to seeing future TOPS stars at our tryouts. TOPS tryouts Sunday, Feb 12 12 noon – 1:30 p.m. Accinelli Park 33104 Navarro Dr., Union City (408) 218-9596 http://ucpremier.org/tryoutplayerform.html

James Logan vs Washington SUBMITTED BY JAMES WILLIAMS

JL Goalie: Kyle Doser, 80 Min, 1 GA WASH Goalie: Christopher Rosales, 80 Min, 2 GA, 5 Saves

February 1: James Logan 2, Washington 1 FREE Adult Reading and Writing Classes are offered at the Alameda County Library

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1st Half Scoring: JL: Carlos Nunez (Anthony Gonzalez) 40:00 2nd Half Scoring: JL: Justyn Raygoza (PK) 81:00

Boys Basketball Logan vs Kennedy SUBMITTED BY CHRISTOPHER FORTENBERRY February 1: JV: Logan 66, Kennedy 50 Frosh: Logan 32, Kennedy 39

WASH: Matt Williams (PK) 80:00

JL Shots: 13 WASH Shots: 2 JL Record: 11 - 3 - 6 (7 - 0 - 3)

Boys Basketball Logan vs American SUBMITTED BY COACH CHRISTOPHER A FORTENBERRY February 3 Logan 65, American 54

Logan: 11 – 13 (8 - 1 MVAL) Bell 2, Rodriguez 1, Agbayani 12, Schaper 5, Kaye 7, Mundeke 12, Torain 4, DePerio 4, Dhahan 13, Leno 5 Total: 65 American: 8 – 15 (MVAL 4 - 5) Tse 8, Young 3, Chukwu David 20, Ponco 12, Anand 7, Perez 2,

Berry 2 Total: 54 Logan 14 14 American 10 17 -

23 15 54

14 65 12

3-pt goals: Schaper 1, Mundeke 2, Kaye 1, Tse 2, Anand 1 Foul Outs: NONE Technical Fouls: NONE JV Logan 37, American 55 Frosh Logan 34, American 51

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Government Briefs City Council summaries do not include all business transacted at the noted meetings. These outlines represent selected topics and actions. For a full description of agendas, decisions and discussion, please consult the website of the city of interest: Fremont (www.ci.fremont.gov), Hayward (www.hayward-ca.gov), Milpitas (www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov), Newark (www.ci.newark.ca.us), Union City (www.ci.union-city.ca.us).

Fremont City Council Fremont City Council (special meeting) January 30, 2012 Staff Reports: Six mayoral candidates were interviewed: Daniel Wilkowsky, Dirk Lorenz, David Bonaccorsi, Beth Hoffman, Gus Morrison and Don Driggs. Using a system of ranking candidates, it was determined and approved by unanimous vote to appoint Gus Morrison as Interim Mayor of Fremont. He was sworn into office on January 31 and will preside over the next city council meeting February 7. Vice Mayor Anu Natarajan Bill Harrison Suzanne Lee Chan Dominic Dutra

Aye Aye Aye Aye

Quirk wins endorsement of California Nurses Association SUBMITTED BY MARGARET HANLON-GRADIE Hayward City Councilman Bill Quirk won the endorsement of the California Nurses Association on January 27, 2012, for his candidacy for the Assembly District 20 seat in the June 5, 2012 Primary. “Bill Quirk has demonstrated commitment to access to quality care and patient protection,” said Malinda Markowitz, RN and CNA Co-President. “We look forward to working with him to pass and implement Single-Payer Healthcare in California.” The 20th Assembly District comprises Hayward, Union City, unincorporated Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Ashland, Cherryland and Sunol, and the northern part of Fremont. Incumbent Mary Hayashi is termed-out and Assemblymember Bob Wieckowski (D-Fremont) is running in the “new” Assembly District 25. Wieckowski has also endorsed Bill Quirk. “I am delighted and honored to receive the support of the California Nurses Association. Their leadership and experience in fighting for patients and working families is a proud one,” said Quirk.

$7.7 billion Transportation Expenditure Plan approved for county SUBMITTED BY TESS LENGYEL The Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) Board of Directors approved a $7.7 billion Transportation Expenditure Plan (TEP) on January 26, 2012. The TEP will guide spending for transportation projects in Alameda County over a 30year period. The projects will be funded through the augmentation and extension of the existing county transportation sales tax measure, which will appear on the ballot in November 2012. A recent telephone survey of Alameda County voters revealed that 79 percent support extending and augmenting the county's existing half-cent transportation sales tax (Measure B) on a November 2012 ballot to fund the county's current and future transportation needs. “This plan provides a tremendous opportunity to move the county forward on broad-based transportation needs. The plan is heavily supportive of transit and there is something in it for everyone: walkers, cyclists, transit riders, drivers, seniors and youth. I think we have a plan that will achieve 2/3 of voter support in November 2012,” stated Mayor Mark Green, Chair of the Alameda County Transportation Commission. TEP Encompasses Many Transportation Needs The TEP addresses all aspects of the county's complex transportation system. It includes projects and/or improvements for new and existing freeways, freight, local streets and roads and major funding increases to public transit (paratransit, buses, rails and ferries). It also includes significantly more funding for facilities and programs to support bicycling, walking and transitoriented development. Reducing traffic congestion in key corridors is a critical component, as is funding to support demographic trends like the growing population of seniors and urban residents who need more transit services close to housing, services and jobs. “This is a huge opportunity for communities throughout Alameda County that will go far to address their transportation needs in the coming years. This measure significantly increases funding for all aspects of transportation and reaches into all corners of Alameda County. Lastly, it provides funds to build a much needed and long-awaited final segment of BART along the chronically congested I-580 corri-

dor to Livermore,” stated Supervisor Scott Haggerty, Vice-Chair of Alameda CTC. “The TEP gives Alameda County voters an opportunity to create for themselves the kind of sustainable communities they would like to see,” said Nate Miley, President of the Alameda County Board of Supervisors and Alameda CTC Board member. "This plan provides billions of dollars for important transportation projects, supports job growth and restores and maintains critical transit service." The TEP encompasses a $7.7 billion multi-modal plan over an initial 30 year period. Highlights of the plan include: $3.7 billion (48 percent) for mass transit, including transportation for seniors and the disabled; $2.3 billion (30 percent) for local streets and roads; $677M (9 percent) for highway improvements and efficiencies, including those for freight; $651M (8 percent) for safer bicycle and pedestrian routes; $300M (4 percent) for sustainable land use and transportation; and $77.4M (1 percent) for technology and innovation. The plan supports a range of many different goals, from maintaining the existing system to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The following are key points the plan addresses: Fix it First. 70 percent of the funds are dedicated to maintaining and operating the existing transportation system. Sustainable Communities Strategy (SCS) and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reductions. 60 percent of funds support implementation of the SCS being developed by the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), which supports the mandates of Senate Bill 375. The long range transportation plan out of which the TEP was derived shows GHG reductions of 24-25 percent per capita. Funding is included for transit-oriented development supporting the linkage between transportation, housing, and jobs. Major funding increases are included for bicycle, pedestrian, and transit. Unprecedented transit investments. AC Transit funding is increased by more than 100 percent of the current funding allocated by the existing transportation sales tax. BART maintenance and station modernization improvements are included. A "Student Transit Pass Program" will be developed and funded to support student access to schools. Rail,

bus, and BART expansions, which require the use of the most effective and efficient technologies, will be funded. Critical road, highway and freight investments will be made that close gaps and improve efficiencies, safety and access. The TEP comes with important accountability measures, such as an independent Watchdog Committee, annual independent audits and reports to the public, strict environmental funding deadlines, performance and accountability measures on every contract and voter approval of a new plan every 20 years. The Public Supports Transportation Funding In early October 2011, a representative sample of 805 Alameda County registered voters was interviewed in a split-sample poll about transportation funding. Roughly half of the respondents were asked if they would support extending the existing half-cent transportation sales tax and increasing it by a half-cent. The other half of the respondents was asked if they would support a new half-cent transportation sales tax. According to the survey results, extending and augmenting the half-cent transportation sales tax is preferable to a new halfcent-only measure. Voters want to regularly approve new expenditure plans with citizen oversight. Audits and a local jobs-creation program are also important to voters. Five key elements from the survey garnered strong support: 1) Local street maintenance and improvements; 2) Mass transit programs to get people out of their cars; 3) Highway maintenance and improvements; 4) Critical road and transportation improvements; 5) Safer bike and pedestrian routes. Extensive Community Input Obtained Concurrent with development of the TEP, Alameda CTC has also been developing the Countywide Transportation Plan (CWTP), which will guide sustainable transportation planning and future land use development across the county for the next 25 years. The TEP is a funding document for many of the CWTP projects. The new CWTP and TEP are critical to proactively prepare for Alameda County's future transportation needs. To develop the CWTP and TEP, Alameda CTC engaged in extensive public outreach to the diverse communities within the county and especially to those who face particular transporta-

tion challenges. Public input was essential to the TEP development and is reflected in its content. Alameda CTC conducted more than 40 public meetings to develop the TEP and worked with a Steering Committee of elected officials from throughout the county, a 27-member Community Advisory Working Group, and a 58-member Technical Advisory Working Group. These committees include representatives from 15 local jurisdictions, six transit operators, Caltrans District 4, the Port of Oakland, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, and community, environmental and social justice stakeholders. The committees helped identify and prioritize projects and programs. Full details of the plan and its developmental process may be found at www.alamedactc.org. Transportation Funding in Alameda County The existing Measure B halfcent transportation sales tax, which was passed by voters in 1986 and reauthorized in 2000, is a key source of funding for transportation projects and programs in Alameda County. Most of the existing capital projects have either been built or are under construction. The Alameda CTC will seek approval of the TEP from the majority of cities in Alameda County representing the majority of the population, before seeking approval from the Alameda County Board of Supervisors. The Board of Supervisors will then place the plan on the ballot for the November 2012 election. The Alameda County Transportation Commission The Alameda County Transportation Commission is a county-wide transportation agency, created through the merger of the Alameda County Congestion Management Agency (ACCMA) and the Alameda County Transportation Improvement Authority (ACTIA). Its mission is to plan, fund and deliver a broad spectrum of transportation projects and programs to enhance mobility throughout Alameda County. This merger creates efficiencies in planning, programs and projects delivery and also streamlines legislative, policy and funding efforts and, in the first year, saved over $3M in taxpayer dollars. For more information on the Alameda CTC, ACCMA and ACTIA, visit www.alamedactc.org.

Dutra-Vernaci campaign raises over $27,000 SUBMITTED BY JENNIFER RINDAHL Carol Dutra-Vernaci for Union City Mayor has announced that they have raised $27,487 from over 60 donors. Dutra-Vernaci, served three terms as a Union City Councilwoman and is seeking to

replace Mayor Mark Green, who is termed out and has formally endorsed Dutra-Vernaci. “I am extremely proud and grateful for the early support I have received in my campaign to be Union City’s next Mayor,” said Dutra-Vernaci. “I look forward to building on this success in the months to come.”

City Council Appoints Gus Morrison as New Mayor SUBMITTED BY CITY OF FREMONT At the Jan. 30 Special City Council meeting, the Fremont City Council appointed Gus Morrison as Fremont’s new mayor to fill the vacancy in the Office of the Mayor after Mayor Bob Wasserman passed away on Dec. 29, 2011. Mayor Morrison was sworn into office on Jan. 31. He will serve as mayor for approximately 10 months until the results of the Nov. 6, 2012, General Municipal Election are certified. The Fremont City Council received 14 applications from Fremont residents to fill the vacancy in the Office of the Mayor. At the Jan. 23 Special City Council meeting, the Council ranked the top six candidates to interview at the Jan. 30 Special Council meeting. After interviews were conducted, Councilmembers ranked each candidate. Mayor Morrison received the lowest score from the Council, which means he was ranked highest among the candidates. Applicant Gus Morrison Dirk Lorenz David Bonaccorsi Daniel Wilkowsky Beth Hoffman Don Driggs

Chan 3 1 2 4 5 6

Harrison 2 4 3 1 5 6

Natarajan 1 4 3 5 2 6

Dutra 2 1 3 4 5 6

Total 8 10 11 14 17 24

Gus Morrison served on the Fremont City Council from 1978 to 1985, as Fremont Mayor from 1985 to 1989, on the Fremont City Council from 1991 to 1994, and as Fremont Mayor from 1994 to 2004.

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Interim Mayor selection The Fremont City Council recently appointed Gus Morrison as interim Mayor, filling the office until the next Mayor is elected later this year. I feel Gus is qualified in this role and wish him the best. As a point of reference for this letter that I am writing, I point out that I received my college degree in Mathematics. As much as anything else, a Mathematics degree teaches the discipline of collecting data, studying the data, and forming a conclusion. I have been practicing this discipline in my 34 year professional career since graduating from college. This being said…. I researched the vote taken on the evening of January 30, 2012 as to how the Council member ranked the candidates. I admit I had a prejudice going into the vote as I was hoping the Council would determine that my brother Dirk was best qualified to fill the seat. Of the four Council members, two voted Dirk as their top choice and two voted Dirk as fourth choice. Now this is where I did a bit more research. I thought it odd that there was such a gap between first and fourth. I don’t believe the Council members are generally so divided to justify the 3-point gap. I then noticed that the two fourth place votes came from Council members that have stated privately (even perhaps publicly) their intention to run for Mayor later this year. This coincidence was too inviting to ignore. After more thought, here’s where I ended up: For the two Council members planning to run for Mayor, it would be self-serving for them to appoint an interim mayor who does not have any intention of having his or her name on the ballot later this year. For the record, Dirk publicly stated he has no intention entering the race. And those who know Dirk know that his word is his commitment. The two Council members who ranked Dirk fourth know him very well and should know that he is good to his word. Despite this, for their selfish and self-serving reasons, these two Council members appear to believe that Dirk was more of a threat to throw his hat in the Mayoral race than was Gus Morrison. So I put the readers to task. Take note later in the year to learn which Council members declare their candidacy for Mayor. Then do your own research to see how these candidates cast their vote this past Tuesday. And dollars to doughnuts, I’ll bet you too will see the correlation. Politics at its worst… or perhaps at its best. What’s the difference? It’s shameful. Mark Lorenz, Fremont

February 7, 2012

A Heartfelt Thank You! To the Good Samaritan at Niles Community Park who found my car key. I was walking my dog Sunday at the park, apparently not knowing I had lost my car key from around my neck until after we finished the walk and headed back to the car. After the initial sense of doom and frustration when I discovered I did not have the key, I felt a profound sense of gratefulness seconds later when you approached and asked if the key you found on the trail was mine. My relief was so overwhelming that I completely forgot to ask your name. I hope you can forgive that. I did not see you when I drove out of the parking lot, and honestly do not know what I would have done if you had not found the key. I’m not sure I would have even known where to look. If you see this in print, I hope you realize just what a wonderful kindness you did for a stranger. I sincerely hope I have the opportunity to repay this kindness to you. Again, thank you from the bottom of my heart; may your kindness to me multiply for you many times over. Deb Brothers

Letter to the Editor

About Red Light Cameras These cameras are not necessary. However, many good, responsible, drivers hold a different view. A view such as: “There are many annoying drivers on the road, some of whom are red light runners. If red light cameras can curb this behavior, then good.” However, red light cameras are much more about revenue than safety. In the two minutes it may take to read this article, how can I show you that? I may not con-

violation rate has stayed down for more than a year. Wherever and whenever the strategy of lengthening yellow time is employed, red light running is reduced. The degree by which it is reduced is directly related to how many tenths-of-seconds are added to the yellow light. Among cities extending their yellow lights are cities in Fairfax County, VA, San Diego, CA, Loma Linda, CA, Menlo

vince you, but perhaps I can plant a seed of doubt that these devices are not helping us create safer intersections. In November of 2010, Caltrans lengthened the yellow light time on Mission Blvd at Mohave Dr. from the State mandated minimum of 4.3 seconds to 5.0 seconds; a minuscule 0.7 seconds longer. Overall, before this change was made, the number of citations was static. For eight of the previous 12 months, the number of tickets actually increased. There was no significant reduction in red light running. But as soon as the yellow time was increased, violations were immediately cut in half; Red Light Running was cut in half. And the

Park, CA, cities in the state of Georgia, and Newark, CA; each of these has seen a similar reduction in violations . Cities are reluctant to employ this engineering strategy because there is an accompanying loss of revenue… and the loss of revenue is significant. The reduction in violations on Mission at Mohave has meant a loss of revenue to the city of $120,000 to $144,000 per year, just from 98 fewer tickets being issued each month. I have heard all the arguments against employing such a strategy. The number of violations will rebound to previous levels as people adjust; this only rewards red light runners; traffic is delayed as it will take longer to get a green

Letter to the Editor

Council Priorities Hayward City Council has been reviewing their priorities for 2012. I applaud members’ continuing efforts to ensure the focus remains on the right things, a process I began in late 2007 when I arrived at the City. We built a strong, clear framework for how the City’s resources are allocated to service delivery. Unfortunately, two things (among others) have occurred to weaken and cloud that framework, established almost five years ago. First, the two overriding priorities of Public Safety and Cleaning-Up Hayward have been diluted by the addition of a third overriding priority of "greening" Hayward. This has distracted the organization from the core services that must first be delivered before all others. Conservation efforts have always been emphasized at the City through a number of actions and policies but serve to support the other two priorities. Each of us has a personal responsibility to assist in meeting environmental challenges, to be sure; local policies enhancing that ability should be carefully considered. I want my elected Council to stay focused on the most concerning and immediate of issues: Safety and Cleanliness! Second, the Gang Injunction Program, a priority articulated when I arrived, has languished for the past four years and lost Council support. Interestingly, members of Council now seeking re-election shrank from their commitment to continue to strengthen our public safety efforts. Olden Henson is the lone supporter of the Gang Injunction Program running for re-election. Mayor Sweeney and Councilman Marvin Peixoto also support forging ahead with the effort. The others’ support for this important policy decision is eerily silent. A number of very effective initiatives have been implemented but the Gang Injunction Program is a crucial element of a comprehensive strategy for curbing crime. The community supported the Measure A Utility User's Tax to maintain public safety and to clean-up Hayward. We need a Council that will stay true to that commitment. We certainly have NOT reached our goal of a "safer" Hayward nor have we "cleaned-up" Hayward to the point from which we can move on to other issues that could be considered as important. Let your City Council know you want them to stay the course. Let's get Hayward safe and clean before we start distracting ourselves with other less specific and measurable endeavors. Greg Jones Former City Manager, City of Hayward City of Hayward Resident

light; citizen complaints will increase. All these things are untrue. Let me tell you the story about Newark, CA. About six years ago, Newark activated five red light cameras but before doing so, extended yellow light times 0.7 seconds above the minimum required. Let's credit Newark for this foresight. Straight through citations in Newark are so low that they are almost non-existent; about 600 per year. Fremont, on the other hand, prints about 6,000 straight through citations per year. Fremont had 10 cameras active compared to Newark's five, but neither that, nor the variance in the average daily vehicle traffic among all the monitored approaches accounts for this huge disparity. Do you see the problem? Can Fremont afford to reduce red light running by simply extending the yellow light times? To do so would either mean the city would have to find another way to increase violations (cite more right turners, for example) or take a loss on the program, or just get rid of the cameras. I would like to point out a final element. Extending yellow light times can be done anywhere there is evidence of a safety hazard. Fremont has nearly 200 signalized intersections. This strategy can be used anywhere at little cost. We don't have to pay nearly $60,000 per year for another camera. Just extend the yellow light. Roger Jones, Fremont

Letter to the Editor

Good and bad news The good news is it appears Pulte plans on painting the exterior wall of Central Park Terrace. The bad news is the tagging has already started on the south end near Washington Boulevard. Doug Tinney, Fremont

City of Fremont Board/Commission Vacancies Economic Development Advisory Commission One vacancy (Commercial/Industrial) Term to expire 12/31/2014

Library Advisory Commission – One vacancy Term to expire 12/31/2014

George W. Patterson House Advisory Board – One vacancy (Citizen At Large) Term to expire 12/31/2013

Planning Commission One vacancy Term to expire 12/31/2015

Historical Architectural Review Board – Two vacancies Terms to expire 12/31/2015

Advisory Body Applications can be obtained at: http://www.fremont.gov/index.as px?NID=76 or you may obtain an application from the City Clerk’s Office, 3300 Capitol Ave, Bldg A, 510-284-4060

Human Relations Commission – One vacancy Term to expire 12/31/2014

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Moving forward to the past

n interesting conundrum faced the Fremont City Council on January 30 when selecting a “new” mayor to represent the City and themselves for the next nine and a half months. Similar to the gestation period of a human being, parallels between both are noteworthy. The process that began with a decisive event will mature under uncertain circumstances during which we, the public, can only guess about the influence of intervening internal and external influences. Any expectation of a fresh face to illustrate a new approach to Fremont politics was quashed by an unusual – or maybe business as usual – vote by the city council. It could be that the tale of Fremont will follow the lead of the 1922 short story and 2008 film adaptaWILLIAM MARSHAK tion, “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.” As in the story, the Fremont fetus has turned out to be a septuagenarian who has been there and done that. It may be that the political clock will begin turning backwards in the coming election revealing a fresh outlook and vision for Fremont and paradoxically “maturing” from previous laissez faire attitudes, allowing events to dictate response, to a more proactive and visionary approach. Examination of the voting process, however, does not engender optimism. Instead, the split between Councilmembers reveals a sharp differentiation and expectation of this pregnancy. Listening to the presentations of mayoral hopefuls, it appeared clear that the group of six candidates was evenly split, revealing a top tier of three who deserved special consideration. Most ranking by the council generally fit this perspective and seemed reasonable within the context of experience, preparation and presentation. However, the result was skewed in an interesting manner due to two glaring anomalies. Rankings by Councilmember Harrison and Vice Mayor Natarajan, gave second tier candidates high marks with little correlation to the perception of others. These were in stark contrast to the remainder of their votes which closely paralleled fellow councilmembers. These discrepancies may be explained by bias toward a purely analytical, didactic approach, gender or a host of other considerations, but those votes were enough to skew the result.

Applicant

Chan

Harrison

Natarajan

Dutra

Gus Morrison

Dirk Lorenz

David Bonaccorsi

Daniel Wilkowsky

Beth Hoffman

Don Driggs

PRODUCTION/GRAPHIC DESIGN Ramya Raman ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Sharon Marshak EDUCATION Miriam G. Mazliach FEATURES Julie Grabowski GOVERNMENT Simon Wong TRAVEL & DINING Denny Stein PHOTOGRAPHERS Mike Heightchew Don Jedlovec DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Gerry Johnston ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVE Lou Messina ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS Karin Diamond Margaret Fuentes BOOKKEEPING Vandana Dua

REPORTERS

WEB MASTER RAMAN CONSULTING Venkat Raman

In light of the coming mayoral election tussle between at least two serving councilmembers and an apparent schism of the existing group, the gestation period will be interesting to say the least and quite possibly a bellwether of future turmoil. Are we entering a period of political chicanery or is there hope for a fresh perspective?

Will Fremont’s biological clock move forward or back?

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Sharon Marshak

Janet Grant Philip Holmes Catherine Kirch Susana Nunez Suzanne Ortt Praveena Raman Mauricio Segura Angie Wang Jessica Noel Waymire

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The hormonal imbalance of this municipal pregnancy has already begun and as this baby grows, critical decisions will arise. Are trips to the refrigerator for pickles and ice cream on the menu or will this year’s pregnancy and “birth” be to a bouncing, lively baby that will look at the City and surrounding communities as an opportunity for a new focus? Retreads and caretaker governance assume that longevity equates to a divine right of succession but Fremont can break free of Darwinism – “phylogeny begets progeny” (like begets like) – and break the pattern.

PUBLISHER EDITOR IN CHIEF William Marshak

LEGAL COUNSEL Stephen F. Von Till, Esq.

William Marshak PUBLISHER

Union Sanitary District wins award SUBMITTED BY MICHELLE POWELL Union Sanitary District (USD) recently received the “Large Collection System of the Year” award from the San Francisco Bay Section of the California Water Environment Association (CWEA). The District received the award for outstanding performance in 2011 in the categories of regulatory compliance, maintenance, safety, training, emergency preparedness and administration for sewer systems of 500 miles or more. USD owns and maintains over 779 miles of sewer lines in the Tri-Cities.

USD’s proactive evaluation of its main sewer line preventative maintenance program was among its 2011 accomplishments, as well as additions to its technical training facilities at the District’s headquarters in Union City. The Bay Section award automatically enrolls the District in CWEA’s statewide competition. CWEA is the California industry association for wastewater professionals, with about 9,000 members statewide and over 1,600 in the San Francisco Bay section, which includes Alameda, Contra Costa, and

San Francisco Counties and part of San Mateo County. USD won CWEA’s Statewide Awards for Large Collection System of the Year and Large Treatment Plant of the Year for 2009. Union Sanitary District operates a 30 million gallon per day wastewater treatment facility in Union City and provides collection, treatment and disposal services to the cities of Fremont, Newark and Union City. For more information, visit www.unionsanitary.com

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PUBLIC NOTICES BULK SALES NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (SECS. 6104, 6105 U.C.C. & B & P 24073 et seq.) ESCROW NO: 9112-PD DATE: February 1, 2012 Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named seller that a sale that may constitute a bulk sale has been or will be made. The individuals, partnership, or corporate names and the business addresses of the seller are: Little Shenyang, Inc 1749 Decoto Rd , Union City , CA 94587 The individuals, partnership, or corporate names and the business addresses of the buyer are: Jixiang International Inc 1749 Decoto Rd , Union City , CA 94587 As listed by the seller, all other business names and addresses used by the seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the buyer are: NONE KNOWN The assets sold or to be sold are described in general as: ALL FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, TRADENAME, GOODWILL, LEASE, LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE & ALL OTHER ASSETS OF THE BUSINESS KNOWN AS: Little Shenyang AND ARE LOCATED AT: 1749 Decoto Rd, Union City, CA 94587 . a) The place, and date on or after which, the Bulk Sale is to be consummated: Business & Escrow Service Center, Inc. 3031 Tisch Way, Suite 310 San Jose, CA 95128 on or before 02/27/12. (b) The last date to file claims is 02/24/2012, unless there is a liquor license transferring in which case claims may be filed until the date the license transfers. BUYER’S SIGNATURE: Jixiang International Inc By: Fan Ding, Secretary 2/7/12 CNS-2254929# NOTICE OF BULK SALE TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Notice is hereby given to the Creditors of: NEW TAIPEI 101 INC., Seller(s), whose business address(es) is: 34308-16 ALVARADO NILES ROAD, City of UNION CITY, County of ALAMEDA, State of California, 94587, that a bulk transfer is about to be made to: EK FOOD SERVICES INC., Buyer(s), whose business(es) address is: 34308-16 ALVARADO NILES ROAD, City of UNION CITY, County of ALAMEDA, State of California, 94587. The property to be transferred is located at: 34308-16 ALVARADO NILES ROAD, City of UNION CITY, County of ALAMEDA, State of California, 94587. Said property is described in general as: All stock in trade, fixtures, equipment, goodwill and other property of that RESTAURANT business known as TAIPEI 101, and located at: 3430816 ALVARADO NILES ROAD, City of UNION CITY, County of ALAMEDA, State of California, 94587. The bulk transfer will be consummated on or after the 24TH day of FEBRUARY, 2012. This bulk transfer is subject to Section 6106.2 of the California Commercial Code. If Section 6106.2 applies, claims may be filed at FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, Escrow Division, Escrow No: 8121150 -LC, 601California Street, Suite 1501, San Francisco, County of San Francisco, State of California, 94108. ESCROW NO: 8121150 -LC X This bulk transfer includes a liquor license transfer. All claims must be received prior to the date on which the Notice of Transfer of the liquor license is received by Escrow Agent from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. So far as known to the Buyer(s), all business names and addresses used by the Seller(s) for the three years last past, if different from the above, are: NONE Dated: DECEMBER 16, 2011 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY AS ESCROW AGENT FOR THE HEREIN SELLER AND BUYER BY: TIFFANY CRIGER 2/7/12 CNS-2254645#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 445126

The following person(s) has (have) abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Shakers Pizza, 36601 Newark Blvd., Newark, CA 94560. The fictitious business name statement for the partnership was filed on Nov. 14, 2010 in the County of Alameda, Kelly Thomas, 4836 Driftwood Dr., Fremont, CA 94536. Thomas Thomas, 4836 Driftwood Dr., Fremont, CA 94536. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) S/ Kelly Thomas This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on December 29, 2011. 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28/12 CNS-2255420# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 459649 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Love At First Slice, 36601 Newark Blvd., #58, Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda Kelly Thomas, 4836 Driftwood Drive, Fremont, CA 94536 This business is conducted by an individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/29/2011 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Kelly Thomas This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on December 29, 2011 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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). 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28/12 CNS-2255413# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 460859 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Remote Defence, 42840 Christy St. #230, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Remote Defense, Inc., 42840 Christy St., Suite 230, Fremont, CA 94538; Delaware This business is conducted by a corporation. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on January 26, 2012. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Alex Henry Jr., President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on January 27, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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). 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28/12 CNS-2254075# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 459931-459932 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Citibrokers Real Estate, 2. Citidesign, 1025 Dolphin Cmn, Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Shirley Nevin, 1025 Dolphine Cmn, Fremont, CA 94536 This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed

Blue Cross won't bid on Medicaid, stirring fears Administration officials have said the overhaul will lead to better coordination of services for highneed Medicaid participants and will eliminate duplication. The plan calls for participants to be able to choose from three statewide contractors. State medical programs provide services for an average of 380,000 people a month, and the bulk already receive state health coverage through private contractors. By bringing the disabled and elderly into a managed-care system, the state would add Kansans who need relatively expensive long-term services. Blue Cross, based in Topeka, is owned by policyholders and paid about $2 billion in health claims in 2010. It provides coverage for about 656,000 Kansans and handles claims and services for another 223,000 with coverage from outside the state. Spokeswoman Mary Beth Chambers said the contracts would require Blue Cross to do things it doesn't do now as a traditional health insurer, such as helping families decide whether elderly members should go into a nursing home and managing that care. “We just felt it wasn't responsible for us to commit to changing our business model that much,” she said. ‘We certainly have no intent - and would be disappointed - if people read our decision as criticizing the governor's proposals.” But Sen. Dick Kelsey, a Goddard Republican who argues that the GOP administration should delay the contracts, said Blue Cross' decision showed that a major player wanted to put together a proposal but, “They concluded it can't be done.” “It's a huge statement, and I don't know how it can be ignored,” he said. Senate Public Health and Welfare Committee Chairwoman Vicki Schmidt, a Topeka Republican, wants to set up a committee to monitor the overhaul. Rep. Jim Ward, a Wichita Democrat, has introduced a bill to require annual, independent audits of Medicaid. He noted the administration promises the overhaul won't kick participants out of Medicaid, reduce their benefits or cut payments to health care providers. “We want an independent third party to look over the shoulder of these insurance companies and make sure they keep those promises,” he said. Rep. Ward's proposed “accountability act'”is HB 2573. Online: Kansas Legislature: http://www.kslegislature.org Kansas governor: https://governor.ks.gov/

above on 1986. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Shirley Nevin This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on January 6, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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). 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28/12 CNS-2254073# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 460904 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Sonic Nuance Electronics, 40699 Slayton Street, Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Ted Burmas, 40699 Slayton Street, Fremont, CA 94539 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Ted Burmas This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on January 30, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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). 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28/12 CNS-2254069# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 460519 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Mission Ridge Family Dentistry, 43693 Mission Blvd., Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Varundeep Grewal DDS, Inc., 3400 Stevenson Blvd., K-27, Fremont, CA 94538; CA This business is conducted by a corporation. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Varundeep Grewal, Owner/President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on January 23, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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). 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28/12 CNS-2254031# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 459900 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Andy’s Tofu House, 3619 Thornton Ave., Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda

3655 Thornton Ave., Fremont, Alameda, CA 94536 Topping Dogs, Inc., California, 3619 Thornton Ave., Fremont, CA 94536 This business is conducted by a Corporation The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Eun Joo Kim, CEO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on January 5, 2012 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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). 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14/12 CNS-2246808# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 459691 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: John Chung Termite Services, 4411 Corto Monterey, Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda John Chung, 4411 Corto Monterey, Union City, CA 94587 This business is conducted by an individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/2010 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ John Chung This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on December 30, 2011 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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). 1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 2/7/12 CNS-2243759#

PUBLIC AUCTION/SALES NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to the California Self-Service Storage Facility Act, (B&P Code 21700 et. .seq.), the undersigned will sell at public auction, on February 16, 2012 personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools, and/or other household items located at: Public Storage 27019 47209 Warm Springs Blvd. Fremont , CA 94539-7461 (510) 659-6993 Time: 2:30 PM Stored by the following person (s): A039 Webster, Latavnia A057 Pounds, Felicia A074 Beck, Richard A104 Morris, Myleah A170 Grabowska, Justyna B069 Ricketts, Walter B086 Magan, Karla C049 JANTZEN, MICHAEL C114 Molinar, Mauricio C214 De Guzman, Joey C215 BOLAND, EILEEN C319 Kaplan, Sandy C385 Romandia, Margaret C390 Spencer, Tiffany All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules and regulations are available at sale. Dated

on this 27th day of January 2012 and 3rd day of February 2012, by PS Orangeco, Inc., 701 Western Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201, (818) 2448080, Bond No. 5857632 1/27, 2/3/12 CNS-2251234# NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to the California Self-Service Storage Facility Act, (B&P Code 21700 et. .seq.), the undersigned will sell at public auction, on February 15, 2012 personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools, and/or other household items located at: Public Storage 22317 35360 Fircrest St . Newark , Ca 94560-1004 (510) 792-7172 Time: 9:45 AM Stored by the following person (s): A071 Leslie, Debbie B017 ROMANIK JR, CARL C010 Jacquez, David C013 Moreno, Dawn C065 SCHROEDER, RANDALL D066 Afukei, Elizabeth E005 Howard, Brian E014 Howard, Brian P048 Silva, David P053 SEYMOUR, LAWRENCE Public Storage 08026 37444 Cedar Blvd , Newark , Ca 94560-4134 (510) 790-0112 Time: 10:30 AM Stored by the following person (s): 2001 Corpuz Jr., Fernado 2027 ALLEN, GREGORY 2068 Jordan, Adam 6066 Reyes, Briana 6014 Seshachellam, Ramachandran 6023 PIAIA, CARLO 8002 taylor, tyrone 9009 Bloom, Melissa 9014 Castro, Ken 9035 Story, Candi 9055 Coria, Antonio Public Storage 27265 38290 Cedar Blvd. Newark , CA 94560-4604 (510) 793-7093 Time: 11:00 AM Stored by the following person (s): C130 Penny, Christina D176 BROWN, VICTOR D183 MacMullen, Ruth Public Storage 24613 4555 Peralta Blvd Fremont, Ca 94536-5736 (510) 792-3490 Time: 11:45 AM Stored by the following person (s): A109 MCDOWELL, CYNTHIA A150 TOLEDO, MARISSA D733 Mitchell, Steve E516 Warren, Jeffrey E535 Breaux, Tom E601 PUMARES, SHERRY E610 Scully, Richard E654 Hill, Aritha Public Storage 24211 42101 Albrae Street Fremont , CA . 94538-3123 (510) 657-6077 Time: 12:45 PM Stored by the following person (s): A035 Yee, Michael A348 Thach, Theresa A350 Taylor, Lorrie C061 PALMONES, JAMES D009 Moore La Blanc, Betty Jo D046 DeRush, Angela D103 Cox, Tammi D146 Santos, Fria Public Storage 00303 4444 Enterprise Street Fremont , CA 94538-6307 (510) 656-7268 Time: 1:30 PM Stored by the following person (s): B065 Lopez, Micheal C031 Franklin, Scott C082 Price, Thomas D010 Hewitt, Donald E036 Urbina Jr., Lester E043 Santoni, Rhonda. E065 Roesler-Barrett, Jamie F022 Yee, Michael F024 Beck, Richard F051 Hill, Nancy F070 Garcia, Jose All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules and regulations are available at sale. Dated on this 27th day of January 2012 and 3rd day of February 2012, by PS Orangeco, Inc., 701 Western Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201, (818) 2448080, Bond No. 5857632 1/27, 2/3/12 CNS-2251233#

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“safari” attire. Proceeds benefit the Innovative Education Grants Program. To purchase tickets visit www.fremont-education.org. Regular Board Agenda Item – State Budget Update: Assistant Superintendent of Business, Micaela Ochoa gave an overview and detailed that in the Governor’s budget he has projected a $9.2 billion budget gap, which he hopes can be diminished by proposed increased taxes and additional spending cuts. If tax measures don’t pass, then an estimated $370 per ADA (Average Daily Attendance or monies paid to the district per student), would be lost. Most Transportation would be cut, if not already. Transitional

(L to R): Students Vincent Dentoni, Kayla Doty and Alexia Dentoni.

Kindergarten would be in limbo, as no funds would be available to implement. Regular Board Agenda Item – Review and Accept Audit Report: There is a requirement of school districts to undergo a yearly independent audit. Ms. Lam, representing the audit firm of Vavrinek, Trine, Day and Company explained her findings of a “clean audit” for the district for Fiscal Year 2010-2011. A motion to accept the study was unanimously passed. Regular Board Agenda Item – Internet Safety: Director of Technology, Dr. John Krull gave a detailed presentation on the filtering measures FUSD utilizes to pre-

(L to R): Brian Hughes and Hattie Hyman Hughes of the Fremont Bank Foundation with Superintendent James Morris and FUSD Board President Lily Mei.

vent unauthorized online access and the safeguards which are in place to shield students from inappropriate material on the Internet. Having a secure and verifiable safety policy in effect is an important requirement in order for the district to continue to receive an “E-Rate” or discount for telecommunications and Internet access. As administered by the FCC, FUSD must have these protective technology measures in place under the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA). Additionally, an Internet Safety Steering Committee has been formed and has already created an “Internet Safety” informational pamphlet that has been made available to students and parents at each school. Regular Board Agenda Item – Update on 2002 Bond Refunding: Chet Wang of Keygent Advisors/Public Finance & Management Consulting, related that by waiting for the right time in regard to interest rates, the “refinancing” of the district’s 2002 Bond resulted in an incredible $18.4 million savings (22 percent value). Assistant Superintendent Ochoa explained, “The savings are attributable to future tax bills. Fremont taxpayers will see a reduction in their future tax bills on the assessed value of their home.”

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Birth

Special Life Events

Marriage

Obituaries

Eugene Toy RESIDENT OF FREMONT August 14, 1952 - January 31, 2012

Welton Duffey, Jr. RESIDENT OF NEWARK January 20, 1925 - January 16, 2012

Joyce F. Hiram RESIDENT OF UNION CITY June 24, 1945 - January 23, 2012

Alexander “Alex” M. Roberts RESIDENT OF FREMONT January 11, 1992 - January 29, 2012

William Tomlin RESIDENT OF FREMONT March 12, 1925 - January 29, 2012

Charles K. Cook RESIDENT OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO June 16, 1955 - January 31, 2012

Nancy Mc Andrews RESIDENT OF SAN LEANDRO September 7, 1936- February 2, 2012

Joseph Gonzales RESIDENT OF FREMONT November 28, 1938 - February 2, 2012

George Najarian RESIDENT OF ALAMO February 7, 1932 - February 2, 2012

Mary Louise Tucker RESIDENT OF FREMONT November 19, 1919 - January 30, 2012

Maria E. Merrill RESIDENT OF FREMONT February 2, 1916 - February 1, 2012

Wrex Sarah RESIDENT OF RED BLUFF April 8, 1949 - February 2, 2012

ife Cornerstones will acknowledge important events that occur during the cycle of life in our community. In order to give a broad and fair opportunity for all citizens to be recognized, a basic listing is offered at no cost. Such announcements may include births, deaths, marriages, anniversaries, bar/bat mitzvah, Quinceañera, etc. Many cultures celebrate different milestones in life and this list will be as inclusive as possible. Due to space limitations, only a brief announcement is possible without charge. Those who decide to publish more extensive information and/or a picture may do so at low prevailing rates – as low as $35 - on this page. Although every attempt will be made to include announcements in a timely manner, since TCV is published bi-weekly, submissions received after Friday of the week preceding a distribution date may not be published until a later issue.

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Donna F. Baker RESIDENT OF MILPITAS November 24, 1921 - February 2, 2012

Georgine Crabbe RESIDENT OF UNION CITY November 10, 1946 - February 3, 2012

Lilian C. Doyle RESIDENT OF FREMONT April 28, 1921 - February 4, 2012

Rosemary Standish RESIDENT OF FREMONT April 11, 1940 - February 2, 2012

Milton R. Hunter IV RESIDENT OF FREMONT June 19, 1948 - February 4, 2012

Gary E. Heightchew RESIDENT OF FREMONT November 14, 1966 - February 3, 2012

Alfred Rebello RESIDENT OF FREMONT July 23, 1922 - February 6, 2012

Jesse H. Robledo, Jr. RESIDENT OF HAYWARD July 3, 1955 - February 3, 2012

Earlene M. Walker RESIDENT OF FREMONT November 2, 1917 - February 6, 2012

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Cougars hold off Huskies BY JOHN SUZA PHOTO BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW The Newark Cougars held on to an undefeated record in the Mission Valley Athletic League Friday day night at Newark, besting the Washington Huskies 65-32. The Cougar’s well-balanced attack from every part of the court as well as great court presence and speed was impressive.

Newark Memorial vs James Logan SUBMITTED BY JAMES WILLIAMS February 3: Newark Memorial 3, James Logan 2 Halftime: 1-1 Scoring: NM, Cardenas (Dougherty), 14:00; JL, Nunez (Raygoza), 19:00; NM, Ramirez (De La Pena), 45:00; NM, Ramirez (De La Pena), 62:00; JL, Montoya, 74:00 Saves: Doser (JL) 2, Lombana (NM) 1 Logan 11-4-6 (MVAL: 7-1-3) Newark Memorial 18-3-1 (MVAL 9-0-1)

Transitions between offensive power and defensive protection of their basket allowed the Cougars to capitalize on Husky miscues and set up for fast breaks from rebounds. It appeared that Damien Banford (5) was able to take the ball to the hoop at will and Paramvir Singh (23) had complete control of the paint. The rest of the team added punch to the lineup and contributed to an outstanding performance for the Cougars. At this time, it is hard to see anyone in MVAL can slow the Cougar machine. The remaining question is if any NCS team will stand in their way.

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Music for Minors II Presents Charlotte Diamond A Family Concert Saturday, Feb 11 2 p.m. Harbor Light 4760 Thornton Ave., Fremont (510) 733-1189 www.musicforminors2.org Tickets: Ages 3 and up: $12 in advance, $14 at the door Groups of 20 or more: $10 each, by advance purchase only

This eventually blossomed into family concerts and an independent recording. Her first album, “10 Carrot Diamond,” was an immediate success and received the Canadian Juno Award. Diamond now has 13 recordings in English, French, and Spanish, as well as several music books and DVDs. Her most recent recording, released in December 2011, is titled “24 Carrot Diamond” and includes 24 of her best-loved children’s songs. She has given several international concerts and received numerous awards, including five Parents’ Choice Awards in the United States. Music for Minors II (MFMII) shares Diamond’s love of children’s music. Carol Zilli heads this local, non-profit organization that collaborates with East Bay schools to ensure that chil-

dren continue to have the opportunity to learn about music. MFMII has been serving the East Bay for nearly 24 years. Formed as a spinoff group from the Peninsula based parent-organization, Music for Minors—Los Altos, founded in 1976, MFMII is a network of volunteers trained as docents to teach music and music appreciation to local school children. Docents spend time each week in classrooms around the East Bay teaching singing, dancing, and instrumental music to preschool and elementary students. The mission of MFMII is “to nurture the love of music in children and develop musical literacy through instruction, participation, and performances, enhancing academic education with musical arts.” The connection between Charlotte Diamond and Music for Minors II began with her first album, “10 Carrot Diamond.” The album was sent to Linden Tree Children’s Books in Los Altos and quickly became a Bay Area favorite. Diamond, who gives workshops on how to effectively teach music to children, is a supporter of programs like MFMII. She was invited to the Bay Area for her first local concert in 1988, shortly after MFMII was established. Diamond has since performed for them 12 times and taught several workshops on children’s music appreciation. On Saturday, February 11, Music for Minors II will present a Charlotte Diamond family concert in Fremont. Children from local schools, taught by MFMII docents, will join Diamond on stage for some of the songs. One song in particular has a special community focus… “’You Can Make A Miracle.” Diamond says the song “highlights how important it is for the com-

munity to get behind the education of children and music education. We make miracles every day with children. The arts expand them culturally as human beings.” Diamond’s songs are fun and lively. They are simple enough for the whole family to join in and sing along. There are funny songs like “I’m A Pizza” and “Laundry Monster” as well as others, encouraging and inspirational, like “Lucky Streak,” which reminds us how lucky we are in life. After the concert, Diamond spends time with families in the audience. She loves to visit with those who grew up on her music and now bring their own children to the concerts, passing the musical tradition on to the next generation. Diamond’s albums and music books will be available for sale after the concert. More of her work can be seen at: www.charlottediamond.com. Attending this wonderful family concert is one way to support the arts for children. Another way is to donate to Music for Minors II, or become a docent and donate your time. Volunteers at any level of musical experience are welcome!

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February 7, 2012

WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE

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SUBMITTED BY RICK LAFORCE

n November, 2008, City Council accepted the Union City Boulevard Lane Configuration Study. This study recommended that Union City Boulevard be widened to facilitate installation of bicycle lanes from Smith Street to the southern city limits. The study included cost estimates for the widening which was estimated to be approximately $8,000,000 for the entire corridor from Smith Street to the city limits. The study identified phases that would break the improvements of Union City Boulevard into smaller segments that would not be cost-prohibitive and ensure that grant applications would be viable. The study also recommended improvements to the intersection of Rocklin Drive and Union City Boulevard to help alleviate traffic congestion during school drop-off/pick-up times. The first phase of the bikeway installations includes the section of Union City Boulevard from Smith Street to 600-feet south of Alvarado Boulevard. The selection of the first phase project limits was based primarily on improvement limits that could add the most additional connections into the existing bikeway systems. In this case, the bikeway system along Union City Boulevard could be connected to existing bicycle lanes north of Smith Street to the Alvarado Boulevard bicycle lanes. From Alvarado Boulevard, many additional bikeway connections are available to bicyclists including Dyer Street, Alameda Creek Trail and Decoto Road. An additional consideration of project limits was cost. The City sought to implement a project that was not cost-prohibitive but could make a major improvement to the bikeway system in the area. The extension of the project to a point 600-feet south of Alvarado Boulevard was based on the need to provide proper horizontal alignment of roadway. Because the roadway widening is from within the existing center median and a deceleration lane is being constructed for the Union City Sports Center entrance, the lane alignments are shifting. This shift requires the roadway realignment to extend south of Alvarado Boulevard to ensure a smooth transition from south of Alvarado Boulevard to the realigned portion of Union City Boulevard north of Alvarado Boulevard. It is anticipated that work on phase I of the Union City Boulevard bicycle lanes will begin this summer. A separate project will be bid concurrently to install a small parking lot at Union City Boulevard/Alvarado Boulevard. The remainder of the corridor will be completed to the south city limits when future funding becomes available.

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