TCV 2012-03-06 by Tri-City Voice

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March 6, 2012

BY MEKALA NEELAKANTAN With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner and cheers of Éirinn go Brách (Ireland forever!) filling the air, the City of Fremont’s Community Services Department Recreation Division is proud to present its 4th annual “Leprechaun Land for Wee Folks” on Friday, March 9. The concept of “Leprechaun Land” stemmed from a one-day Leprechaun Trap Making workshop presented by a city recreation department. This idea was transformed into the large-scope, multi-layered event through the work of Fremont Parks and Recreation Services colleagues Irene Jordahl, Rena Dein, Katie Fox, and Randy Hees. Together, the team created activities such as a walk through a life-sized Magical Forest, storytelling, face-painting, and more, played on a life-sized game board layout similar to the “Candyland” board game.

Through the team’s work, “Leprechaun Land” has become a much-anticipated family event, attracting 200 attendees last year. Due to an added time slot, there will be room for 300 participants this year. “Leprechaun Land” offers sponsorship to local businesses and community members; this year’s sponsors include: Tri-City Voice, Ohlone for Kids, Fremont Recycling and Transfer Station, Fremont Toyota, In-N-Out Burger, American Swim Academy, Savemart, Costco, and Kaiser Permanente. The “Leprechaun Land” game board includes five family activities this year including a walk through the Magical Forest with games such as the Fairy Ring Toss and Hot Potato; Storyteller Cellar, where families can listen and enjoy mystical tall tales; a face-painting room including art projects and a “Wheel of Fortune;” the Leprechaun Trap Making continued on page 6

March Madness coming to Central Park BY BIFF JONES PHOTOS BY DON JEDLOVEC

BY JOHN SUZA PHOTOS BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW

March Madness in the form of women's fast pitch softball descends on Central Park in Fremont, Saturday and Sunday, March 10-11. The Ohlone College Renegades will host this 16-team tournament in the twentieth annual rendition of the March Madness tourney organized by Head Coach Donna Runyon in her 24th year with the Renegades. JC or community college teams from northern and central California will play 24 games on fields 3, 4, 5, and 6 at Central Park on Saturday and another 14 games on Sunday. Saturday's games will be under pool play format with four teams playing in one of four pools (A, B, C, D) while Sunday will be single elimination play in two brackets, Gold (championship) and Silver (consolation). Teams entered are: Pool A: Cabrillo College, Aptos; Diablo Valley College, Pleasant Hill; Fresno City College; Solano College, Fairfield. Pool B: Feather River College, Quincy; Gavilan College, Gilroy; Merced College; Ohlone College. Pool C: De Anza College, Cupertino; Hartnell College, Salinas; College of the Redwoods, Eureka; San Jose City College. Pool D: Cosumnes River College, Sacramento; Monterey Peninsula College; College of the Siskiyous, Weed; West Valley College, Saratoga. Saturday's games start at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Ohlone plays Merced at 9 a.m., Feather River at 1 p.m. and Gavilan at 3 p.m. (all games on field 4).

The Newark Memorial HS Cougars dominated their way to the North Coast Section title Friday night. During the first three minutes of the game, Newark and Windsor (Jaguars) fought hard for supremacy of the paint. continued on page 24

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INDEX Protective Services . . . . . . . . 8 Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Bookmobile Schedule . . . . . . 23

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

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

Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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

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

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

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

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

Arts & Entertainment . . . . . . 21

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If you are pregnant, nursing your baby or just looking for an informative or fun class to sharpen your skills as a parent or parent-to-be, the Washington Maternal/Child Education Department offers a variety of classes and programs to fit your needs. Call (510) 818-5040 for class dates and locations or visit www.whhs.com/womenshealth for more information.

New Maternal/Child Education Facility Adds Dimension of Convenience to Caring

oms are supposed to know everything from the moment their baby is born, right? Well, maybe not everything. In fact, moms—and dads—can benefit from guidance, support, and education to make sure their babies get the best start possible. The good news is that new and expecting parents don’t have far to look to find top-notch pre- and post-natal services and support. Washington Hospital’s Maternal/Child Education Department—which recently moved into its new stand-alone location—and its staff members and instructors are there to help make pregnancy and parenthood as smooth as possible. “The building is brand new, and it has a very comfortable feeling,” says Karen Smith, R.N., the department’s clinical coordinator. “We also promote a very welcoming environment inside the classroom, and we limit class size to make sure we can give our clients the personalized support they need. “In the childbirth classes, we can accommodate 12 couples. In infant

massage, class size is limited to six participants. We’re very aware of the importance of personal attention and what works for people. Our clients want to know that they’re cared about, and we are committed to them.” Smith says that overall the new space adds a new dimension of ease to maternal/child classes and services. “Our new space is really special to us because everything is now in one convenient location,” she explains. “If you come to sign up for prenatal classes or lactation services, they are both right here. And if you’re signing up for postpartum classes, you don’t have to search for another building. “Also, our new location is easy to find because it’s on a corner and very visible from the street.” As a result, parents reap the benefits of comprehensive services for all their pre- and postnatal education needs, according to Smith, who calls the new facility “one-stop shopping.” “You don’t have to look around for more assistance or guidelines,” she says.

Many expecting parents start out with the prenatal classes to prepare them for the arrival of their new baby. Classes include the: • Refresher Class • Traditional Class • Intensive Class • Mastering Multiples • Sibling Preparation • Prenatal Exercise And, even better, support for new parents doesn’t stop after birth. Several maternal/child education classes are geared toward a better post-natal experience. One of the most popular is the free Baby ‘n’ Me support group, which enables moms to trade tips and information as well as enjoy social interaction with other new moms and their babies. “We also have a great Prenatal Exercise Class and a very popular Prenatal Yoga Class,” Smith says. “Once expecting moms start either prenatal exercise or yoga, if continued on page 4

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 T U E S DAY

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Inside Washington Hospital: Advances in Cardiac Care (Late Start)

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The Weight to Success Important Immunizations for Healthy Adults

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Superbugs: Are We Winning the Germ War?

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Learn About Nutrition for a Healthy Life

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New Techniques to Treat Back Pain

Diabetes Matters: Vacation or Travel Plans?

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Diabetes Matters: Ins and Outs of Glucose Monitoring

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Heel Problems and Treatment Options

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Your Concerns InHealth: Vitamin Supplements Inside Washington Hospital: Rapid Detection of MRSA

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Learning How to Prevent and Live with Congestive Heart Failure Voices InHealth: Demystifying the Radiation Oncology Center Do You Suffer From Breathing Problems? Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or Asthma

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Learn Exercises to Help Lower Your Blood Pressure and Slow Your Heart Rate

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Voices InHealth: The Legacy Strength Training System

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Financial Scams: How to Protect Yourself Caring for an Older Adult: Everything You Need to Know about Caregiving Voices InHealth: The Greatest Gift of All

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Have You Recently Lost Health Care Coverage?

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Treatment Options for Knee Problems

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Cough and Pneumonia: When to See a Doctor (Late Start) Diabetes Matters: Diabetes Viewpoint Voices InHealth: Healthy Pregnancy

Voices InHealth: Washington's Community Cancer Program

What is Cholesterol and How to Lower It

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Free Stroke Event to Feature Vital Screenings, Advice from Physicians

f you think you’re too young or too healthy to worry about stroke, you might want to think again. It’s true that the risk of stroke increases with age, but younger people—particularly those with multiple risk factors—are having strokes in greater numbers, too. Later this month, Washington Hospital invites all members of the community to learn more about stroke and identify any risk factors they may have during the free Stroke Awareness Day and Screenings event being held on Saturday, March 24. The event will feature important screening tests for stroke, including blood pressure, blood glucose (diabetes), electrocardiogram (EKG) for atrial fibrillation, and a test for carotid artery disease, as well as a chance to discuss the results of the screenings with Washington Hospital’s Stroke Program Medical Director cardiologist Ash Jain, M.D. “It’s always best to learn about stroke before it happens,” according to Dr. Jain. “Most risk factors for stroke—such as high blood pressure— build up over time with no outward symptoms. Then you suffer a stroke, which leaves you at risk for permanent disability.” The majority of strokes are caused by blockages of the arterial pathways that deliver oxygen and nutrients to the brain, according to Dr. Jain. As a result, brain cells are literally starved of oxygen and begin to die off, making both prevention and early detection vitally important he says. Doug Van Houten, R.N., clinical coordinator for the Stroke Program, says Washington Hospital is fairly unique in the level of educational and preventive measures it offers to the community regarding stroke. “We actually do three kinds of screenings a year, all vascular in nature,” he explains. “There’s the Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening, which just took place in January, the Peripheral Vascular Disease Screening, which takes place in June, and Stroke Awareness Day and Screening later this month.” “We’ve done this for more than five years now, and I’m not aware of any other programs that perform this same level of education, or provide this degree of advanced health screening for free when it comes to stroke.” The good news is that most of the risk factors being screened for during the Stroke Awareness Day and Screenings event are ones that can be reduced through simple lifestyle changes. Others, like atrial fibrillation, require a doctor’s care. continued on page 4

Inspiring and empowering women so that they can feel their best by taking care of both their mind and body is just one of the goals of Washington Hospital’s 6th Annual Women’s Health Conference. Scheduled to take place on Saturday, March 31 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the conference will feature lectures on how to reduce your risk of cancer, age appropriate screenings for women and nutrition tips that can help improve your mood. “By nature, the human body is dynamic which means it is designed to move and change,” says Paulette Grilli, R.N., Manager of Health Promotion at Washington Hospital. “Women benefit from sharing their experiences and this annual event is committed to bringing women together to enrich their health and quality of life.” One of the key issues affecting women’s health – and their mind and body – is how to age gracefully. The conference will feature a keynote address on “Aging Gracefully” by Dr. Victoria Leiphart, a gynecologist on the Washington Hospital medical staff. “During the conference participants will learn to combine breathing and movement to increase their energy,” says Grilli. “The goal of this event is to provide attendees with information and skills to support a healthy body and a state of well-being.” Heart, Humor and Healing Illness is serious and treatment options may be frightening. The lunchtime presentation at the Women’s Conference will feature

Patty Wooten, R.N., a nationally known health care speaker and “nurse-humorist” who will discuss our ability to maintain a “light hearted” attitude and a willingness to laugh that can help people cope with stress. Wooten’s presentation will help participants develop an awareness of your own unique sense of humor and share information about laughter research and the impact laughter has on the immune system. Breakout Session on Food and Mood You are what you eat. We've all heard the expression before. And it's been proven over and over that the foods we consume have an effect on our bodies. By choosing the right foods, many times we can prevent or manage conditions like high cholesterol, hypertension and diabetes. Macaria Meyer, R.D., a registered dietitian at Washington Hospital will discuss how the foods we choose also have a tremendous influence on our moods. Meyer will answer questions about the hows and whys of foods’ effect on mood and will help attendees find optimal ways to fuel their bodies. Learn to Build Strength and Balance The conference will also feature a breakout session on Tai Chi and the benefits it can have for every fitness level. An exercise therapist will focus on the mind/balance concept and focus on balance and core muscle strength.

Participants will be able to choose two breakout lecture sessions featuring the following expert speakers:

• Food and Mood: How One Can Affect the Other – Macaria Meyer, Washington Hospital Healthcare System

• Can Lifestyle ReduceYour Risk of Cancer? – Dr. Vandana Sharma, Oncologist,Washington Hospital Medical Staff

• Tai Chi for Every Fitness Level – Karen Sindelar, Exercise Therapist

• Age Appropriate Screenings for Women – Dr. Barbara Kostick, Family Medicine, Washington Hospital Medical Staff

In addition to expert speakers, the conference will include breakfast, lunch, prizes and a raffle.

Register for the 6th Annual Women’s Health Conference Date: Saturday, March 31, 2012 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Registration begins at 8 a.m.) Where: Conrad E. Anderson M.D. Auditoriums, Washington West (2500 Mowry Ave., in Fremont) To register for the upcoming Women’s Health Conference, please call (800) 963-7070 and choose two morning sessions. The $10 fee to attend the conference can be paid at the door. No walk-ins. Space is limited and registration is required.

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Baby and You

they don’t use all their sessions, it segues into our postpartum yoga, which they can do with their babies, so there’s a nice transition.” The new location also features lactation support and breastfeeding products, including a breast pump rental station that offers flexibility and a competitive pricing structure, Smith points out. “Our goal is to provide continued social support and to focus on your overall wellbeing as a new mom,” Smith says. “Everything is simplified now with continued from page 3

Atrial fibrillation is not only the most common type of irregular heartbeat, but also one of the main risk factors for stroke, according to Dr. Jain. In fact, the American Heart Association (AHA) cites data indicating that AF accounts for between 15 percent and 20 percent of strokes in the U.S. “With atrial fibrillation, it is very important to identify these patients and treat them so that they don’t go on to have strokes,” Dr. Jain says. “Irregular heartbeat causes heart function to decrease by as much as 30 percent, and this decrease in function makes people tired, short of breath, and they experience less energy and weakness and tiredness because of this.” While AF and carotid artery disease require medical intervention, Van Houten is a big proponent of tackling many preventable risk factors for stroke—like high

childbirth classes and outpatient breastfeeding support all in one location—but with the same friendly staff.” New Location Washington Hospital’s Maternal/Child Education Center is now located at 3569 Beacon Avenue in Fremont. The Center is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. And for moms who work during the week, they can purchase a breast pump or supplies on Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m.

blood pressure and obesity—with lifestyle changes like healthy diet and regular exercise. “Stroke—which is considered up to 80 percent preventable—can be prevented by modifying lifestyle risk factors, which are things people can do on their own,” he says. “I often ask people, ‘Can you walk around Lake Elizabeth with a friend five times a week? Can you increase your veggies, reduce your soda consumption, and cut down on the fats in your diet?’ These are things I try to get people to look closely at.” “According to recent data, less than 1 percent of adults meet the definition for healthy diet. There are so many pretty simple straightforward things that if we can get people to understand the relationship between the risk factor and the disease, we can make the difference in stroke outcomes. I’d much rather prevent strokes than to treat them in the hospital.” Dr. Jain agrees that he would rather help community members

To learn more about Maternal/Child Education services, including classes, and lactation support, visit www.whhs.com/childbirth-classes or call (510) 818-5040 for class dates and locations. For lactation appointments and phone advice, call (510) 818-5041.

prevent stroke than having to treat them in the hospital, but he says he continues to see younger patients—including those in their 40s and 50s—coming to the hospital with stroke. And furthermore, recent research shows that younger people are less likely than older individuals to recognize the signs of stroke. “Recognizing the signs and symptoms of stroke is important for every member of the community, because the faster people call 9-1-1, the sooner we can treat them and improve outcomes,” Dr. Jain says. “Stroke education like Stroke Awareness Day is the first step people can take in reducing their risk of a truly devastating disease process.” Free screenings If you want to learn about your risk for stroke and talk to experts in stroke care, make sure to attend the Stroke Awareness Day and Screenings being held on Saturday, March 24, in the Conrad E. Anderson, M.D. Auditorium, Rooms A and B, located at 2500 Mowry Avenue (Washington West) in Fremont. To register for the event, call (800) 963-7070.

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Room, and finally, the Shamrock Café. At this event, imagination is the only limit; children can search for gold, trap mystical creatures, and even collect lucky shamrocks in goodie bags while eating lucky Snack Packs. “Parents and children are intrigued by the Leprechaun Trap Making,” says co-coordinator Irene Jordalhl. “The whole event keeps the children and parents interested.” Leprechaun Land will take place at the Fremont Teen Center located in Central Park. Parents and children (2-10 years) will take a whimsical journey, meeting leprechauns, gnomes, and fairies, as they celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a magical visit to the Emerald Isle. This event is sure to create childhood memories for years to come as families enjoy games, snacks, and leprechaun fun. The average time to complete the activity game board is approximately one and a half hours, with three starting time slots: 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m., or 6:30 p.m. Registration is through the Fremont Parks and Recreation Department, or online at www.RegeRec.com. Tickets are $9 in advance and $15 at the door, per child. For more information, e-mail Irene Jordahl at ijordahl@remont.gov or call (510) 494-4322. Reserve a space for your children early, this is a popular event!

Leprechaun Land for Wee Folks Friday, March 9 Start Times: 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m., or 6:30 p.m. End Time: 8 p.m. Teen Center in Central Park 39770 Paseo Padre Parkway (510) 494-4322 www.RegeRec.com.

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Auto Review

Hyundai Accent Accentuate the positive BY STEVE SCHAEFER

just spent a very happy time with the all-new fourth-generation 2012 Hyundai Accent. It’s the Korean manufacturer's smallest car sold in America, in competition with other entry-level cars such as the Ford Fiesta, Toyota Yaris and Honda Fit. The Accent is sold as a five-door hatchback or a four-door sedan in multiple trim levels. All Accents wear the company's fluidic sculpture design, a look that already has raised the perception, and sales of other Hyundais, including the midsize Sonata sedan, Elantra compact sedan and Tucson compact crossover. I drove the Accent hatchback, in a sober Cyclone Gray worthy of a Mercedes-Benz, but the car managed to mix cuteness with confidence in its own wheelbase. That 102.1-inch wheelbase, by the way, is 2.8 inches longer than on last year’s car, giving the car an EPA classification of a compact inside while some competitors

are classified as subcompacts. The Accent fivedoor has a best-in-class cargo volume of 21.2 cubic feet; there’s plenty of rear legroom for adults. Even the glove box is significantly roomier than the competition. The five-door comes as a GS, GLS or SE; my tester was the SE. As Hyundai has done for years, even the base-level GS has lots of standard equipment including a trip computer, four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, air conditioning, a sound system with iPod/USB jack, and more. The GLS adds an automatic transmission and cruise control. SE really shines, offering a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, leather shift knob, 16-inch alloy wheels, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, and more. My tester flaunted – hooray – a six-speed manual transmission. There aren't many cars around that let you shift for yourself these days. As it is, Hyundai has chosen the manual transmission as standard and an automatic as optional at each level, unlike its corporate cousin, Kia, which offers the manual only in the base version of its entry-level Rio. The interior design felt just right. I enjoyed having Bluetooth for my phone, Satellite Radio, power windows, locks and mirrors (also pretty ubiquitous). While some small cars, such as the Ford Fiesta, now try to overwhelm with fascinating curves and angles, the Accent strikes a balance between youthful exuberance and an environment you wouldn't mind occupying for a few hours a day without being distracted. The seat textures and an ellipse along the doors feature a fanciful circle pattern cloth; plastics are attractively grained and trim pieces gleam. Accent uses a 138-horsepower 1.6-liter engine that moved the 2,500-pound car along smoothly and quietly. It’s the first car to use Gamma GDI—with gasoline direct injection, which provides increased power and lower emissions. That 138 horsepower, along with 123 lb.-ft of torque, are not huge numbers but are well above competitors which start at just 100 horsepower!

Steve Schaefer’s first car memories are of riding in his father’s Austin-Healey with the top down to get ice cream on a summer afternoon. He was four. As a teenager, Steve rode his bike to car dealers’ back lots to catch a glimpse of the new models when they first rolled off the truck. A founding member and currently vice president of the Western Automotive Journalists, he has been testing and writing about cars since 1992. Contact him at sdsauto@sbcglobal.net.

The Gamma series engines use many other high tech methods to deliver high fuel economy and low emissions, including dual, continuously-variable valve timing, electronic throttle control, and anti-friction coatings on drivetrain components. Hyundai’s press material compares power to weight ratio for the relatively lightweight Accent and it comes in tops, above the Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris, Ford Fiesta, and others. Accent’s EPA ratings are 30 City, 40 Highway (34 average) – an 18 percent improvement over the previous car with manual transmission. EPA Green Vehicle Guide numbers are “6” for Air Pollution and “8” for Greenhouse Gas (that's SmartWay-winning territory). My tester’s trip computer automatically reset with each fill-up; I recorded 32.6 mpg for the first tank and 31.5 mpg for the second, averaging about 32 mpg overall—just a little under the official posted number. The ECO setting provides an upshift light which encouraged me to shift up more quickly, saving fuel. The Accent boasts six airbags, front seat active head restraints, and a Collision Load Dispersion Mechanism in the vehicle’s structure to absorb impact in a crash. Active accident prevention includes Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control. The point is, this little car feels bigger—and actually is more substantial than its competitors. Its new styling complements the 162-inch-long body; folks in back can stretch out comfortably. A quick flip of the seats and my bass lay in there easily. Accent prices start at just $13,320 for the GLS four-door. The GS five-door begins at $15,475, and moves up to $16,650 for the SE. All prices include shipping. Hyundai vehicles have been attractively priced from the beginning and offer plentiful standard features and terrific warranties. But they have now become great cars you want to own and drive, even when they’re competing at the starting end of the market.

New shops open at Great Mall SUBMITTED BY ROBYN HANKERSON Great Mall welcomes more stores to its portfolio this spring: Bose, eCosway, New York & Company and Fossil. Newly renovated stores and eateries including Corningware Corelle Revere Factory Store, Little Tokyo and China Max are open now to Great Mall shoppers. Gayle Speare, general manager at Great Mall says, “These soon-to- open new stores and other recent enhancements signal our ongoing success, meeting the needs of today’s shoppers.” Bose will open this May near Victoria’s Secret and Marshalls in Neighborhood 3; eCosway will also open in April next to Starbucks and Jollibee in Neighborhood 1; New York & Company will open in May near Kohl’s in Neighborhood 1; Fossil will open in June

near Nike Factory Store and Aéropostale in Neighborhood 3. Corningware Corelle Revere Factory Store now features a brand-new exterior storefront and enhanced interior layout. Foot Locker has relocated to a new space near A’gaci and Zales The Diamond Store in Neighborhood 4. Zumiez will be relocating to a location between Famous Footwear and Vans Shoes in Neighborhood 1 in May. In addition, visitors to Great Mall’s food court can now enjoy the addition of Charley’s Grilled Subs and exterior upgrades to Little Tokyo and China Max. Great Mall is located in Milpitas. For a complete list of retailers, call (408) 956-2033 or visit www.greatmallbayarea.com.

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Fremont Police Log SUBMITTED BY DET. WILLIAM VETERAN, FREMONT PD February 29 Officers were dispatched to a disturbance at the Dee Apartments, on Fremont Boulevard. It was reported that a man was outside of an apartment causing a disturbance. Sgt. Lopes arrived on scene and contacted the adult male who was known to the resident. Assistance was requested due to an initial refusal to comply with Sgt. Lopes’ orders. He eventually complied (peacefully) and was arrested for several outstanding arrest warrants. Officer Lambert investigated this incident. A burglary was interrupted at the 4400 Block of Gertrude Drive. The victim arrived home just as three males tried to get in through the bathroom window. The suspects took off through the backyard. Although officers arrived within minutes, the suspects were gone. All three suspects were white males, late teens or early 20’s. Officer Kindorf and FTO Nevin investigated. Burglary at Waterstone Apartments was reported. It occurred during the day while the victim was at work. Case investigated by Officer Piol and FTO Romley. Fremont officers were asked to assist by the CHP reporting that a CHP officer was following a stolen motorcycle at a distance and did not confront the driver when he parked in front of an address on Corsica Place. The CHP officer was transporting a passenger and his juvenile son home from a crash, so the officer called FPD to handle the incident. Officer Kwok and cover units arrived and took an adult male into custody without incident. The male also had methamphetamine. Officers responded to a report of a large fight outside Mojo’s bar on Peralta. Units arrived to see approximately 20 individuals fighting and asked for assistance. The bouncers of Mojo’s were attempting to separate a fight between a drunk male and female. Two were arrested for public intoxication. Hit and run at Paseo Padre and Stevenson caused by unsafe speed; investigated by Officer Shannon. Hit and run in the 39300 block of Paseo Padre, investigated by Officer Lambert. Hit and run at Auto Mall and 680, caused by unsafe speed, investigated by Officer Malcomson.

February 23 An officer responded to St. Anne’s Catholic Church located at 32223 Cabello Street to investigate “Hate Crime” vandalism to the church. Several satanic symbols were spray painted on the walls to the church and onto statues on the church grounds. A large wooden cross was also broken at its base. February 24 Officers were sent to the Krispy Kreme Doughnuts parking lot located in the Union Landing Shopping Center to investigate a report of a group of subjects causing a disturbance and brandishing a handgun. The described suspect’s vehicle was located as it was being driven away; it was stoped in front of the Starbuck’s coffee shop. Three subjects were detained from the vehicle and a loaded semi-automatic pistol was recovered from under the passenger’s front seat. At the conclusion of the officer’s investigation; one subject was identified and arrested for brandishing a firearm and the other two subjects were identified and arrested for vandalizing a vehicle during the initial disturbance. February 28 Officers responded to the area of 13th Street and “I” Street to investigate a report of an eight year-old child standing in the street, possibly lost. A citizen and a City employee had reported this incident and stood by with the child until police arrived. The child appeared to be developmentally delayed. The child was taken into protective custody and taken to Child Protective Service. This case is being reviewed by the District Attorney and Child Protective Services. February 29 a citizen called to report that her vehicle had just been stolen from her residence on Polaris Avenue. An officer patrolling the area saw the vehicle being driven into the strip mall located on the corner of Alvarado Boulevard and Dyer Street and conducted a high risk stop. The driver was arrested; two passengers were released at the scene. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Union City Police Department at 510-471-1365. Anonymous tips can be left at 510?675-5207 or by emailing tips@unioncity.org.

Be a C.A.R.E. Volunteer SUBMITTED BY CSO SUSAN ITSON The Fremont Police Department is currently accepting applications in an effort to recruit 20-30 new volunteers for our C.A.R.E. Volunteer Program. The Fremont Police Volunteer C.A.R.E. Program helps support the goals and mission of the department by developing and strengthening partnerships and relationships with the community. Similar to a “Citizens on Patrol” program, it began in 2006 with the purpose of being a highly visible support function of the Patrol Division. C.A.R.E. stands for Connecting, Assisting, Responding, and Engaging the needs of the Fremont Community. Some of the volunteer duties include extra security checks in neighborhoods and commercial business centers, distributing crime alert bulletins, conducting vacation home security checks, working at special events, participating in the child safety seat program, enforcing handicapped parking violations and helping the department with a variety of other tasks. The recruitment will close March 30, 2012. For more information visit our website at www.fremontpolice.org or go directly to the volunteer page at http://www.fremontpolice.org/index.aspx?nid=132. If you would like to speak with someone about the recruitment, please call Volunteer Administrator CSO Susan Itson at 790-6691.

Three more arrests in San Leandro party shooting AP WIRE SERVICE SAN LEANDRO, Calif. (AP), Mar 03 – Authorities have arrested three more people in connection with a triple slaying outside a San Leandro tattoo party. Police say 19-year-old Aaron Stewart, 21-year-old Anthony Perry and 18-year-old Stanley Turner were taken into custody late Thursday and Friday and each booked on suspicion of three counts of murder and four counts of attempted murder. The fourth suspect, 20-year-old Paul Arthur Stevenson, was arrested about three weeks after the Oct. 2 shooting, when police say Stevenson and another man opened fire at a parked SUV outside a warehouse where people had come to view and show off tattoos. Three of the vehicle's occupants – 16-year-old Leneasha Northington, 19-year-old Shanice Kiel and 23-year-old Joshua Alford – were killed. Three other people inside were wounded. Police have declined to discuss a possible motive or the alleged roles of the three suspects arrested this week.

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Fremont Police host blood drive SUBMITTED BY JOSIE MATTOS & GAIL GILBERT The Fremont Police Department Volunteer Unit and Saddle Rack are sponsoring a blood drive at the Saddle Rack on Saturday, March 10. Hours are from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 42011 Boscell Road, Fremont. We have plenty of appointments available, there is plenty of time to sign up at www.givelife.org; walk-ins are welcome. Make sure you eat something healthy at least two hours before donating, and you are well hydrated. We will be serving food and snacks and a raffle for all donors. So please take a little time from your day and stop by say hi, chat with the volunteers and all the crew from the Saddle Rack. We look forward to seeing you there.

Newark Police Log SUBMITTED BY CMDR. ROBERT DOUGLAS, NEWARK PD February 24 Officers were dispatched to a suspicious vehicle at 3:31 a.m. on Goldenrod. Upon arrival, Officers observed Rafael Tovar, age 31 (Newark). Tovar attempted to discard over 17 grams of methamphetamine over a small wall. Tovar was arrested for possession of methamphetamine for sale, evidence destruction and parole violation. February 26 Officers contacted Michael Altamirano, age 28 (Transient) during a traffic stop and learned that he had a Domestic Violence warrant for his arrest. Officer Neithercutt also located methamphetamine within Altamirano’s control. Altamirano was arrested on his warrant, possession of methamphetamine and booked into the Fremont Jail. February 28 Officers arrested Claudia Arreola Avalos, age 23, (Transient) at 2:26 p.m. for possession of burglary tools, possession of stolen property and as an unlicensed driver, when she was observed committing a burglary in the NewPark Mall parking lot. Avalos was booked at Fremont Jail. At approximately 4:00 p.m., a fifteen year old female was walking in the parking lot of the Mowry Plaza shopping Center (39185 Cedar Blvd). The suspect, a White Male Adult in his late 40’s with short brown and grey hair, 6’-02,

thin build wearing blue “semi baggy jeans and a sleeveless black vest approached her and attempted to make conversation. The juvenile was uncomfortable with the suspect and began to run through the lot. The suspect followed. The juvenile took refuge in a nearby shop and later reported the incident to her parent. Officers were detailed to Mowry Ave./Alpenrose Ct. at 7:18 p.m. on a report of a multiple vehicle accident. Upon their arrival they located three vehicles involved with the accident. Officers arrested Deborah Hunsperger, age 55 (Fremont) for DUI. Hunsperger was medically cleared and booked at SRJ. Other drivers/occupants involved in the collision were not injured. February 29 At 12:25 a.m., NPD units were detailed to an alarm call at 35149 Newark Boulevard (Delta Optical). Arriving units found the front window smashed. The business was searched but the suspect(s) had fled prior to the arrival of police. The loss was approximately 100 pairs of sunglasses. March 1 Officer Norvell responded to Macy’s at 8:43 p.m. on a report of a shoplifter in custody. Amaenda Keys was issued a citation and released for petty theft. Any person with any information concerning these incidents can contact the non-emergency line at 510-578-4237. Information can also be left anonymously on the “silent witness” hotline at (510) 578-4965.

Storage locker burglars arrested SUBMITTED BY SGT. DAVID OSTRANDER, MILPITAS PD On Sunday, February 26, 2012, at 9:34 a.m. the resident manager of a storage facility reported suspicious persons at the facility. The manager reported two male subjects may have entered the facility without the proper entry code. The subjects were currently removing items from one of the storage lockers. When officers arrived they found San Jose residents Daniel Gonzalez and Nouman Saleh removing items from an opened storage locker. A U-haul van they were driving was parked nearby. The rear cargo door was open and numerous items were inside. Further investigation revealed they had cut off the padlock to the locker. The customers who rented the locker came to the facility and identified several items of their stolen property in the van. Saleh was in possession of stolen property from an unreported burglary of a

storage locker in Santa Clara. The investigation of several other locker burglaries at the location is on-going. Gonzalez was arrested and booked into the Santa Clara County Jail for Burglary, Possession of Stolen Property, Possession of Burglary Tools, Providing a False Name to an Officer, Possession of an Illegal Narcotic, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Saleh was arrested and booked into the Santa Clara County Jail for Burglary, Possession of Stolen Property, Possession of Burglary Tools, Possession of an Illegal Narcotic, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Anyone with information about the case should telephone the Milpitas Police Department at 408-586-2400. Those who wish to remain anonymous can telephone the Crime Tip Hotline at 408-586-2500 or utilize the on-line crime tip form: http://www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov/citydept/police/crimetip/default.asp

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Pat Kite’s Garden

BY PAT KITE Squirrel is eating my bird food again. I have seven bird feeders. Squirrel hits one in the morning, another afternoon, and then does an early evening dinner check. Black oil sunflower seed is expensive. I have asked Squirrel, politely, to cease and desist. Between meals, he perches high on my old apple tree and chitter-chatters scorn at my dogs. They, of course, are barking at him. Yap, yap. All this, I can somewhat tolerate. But I informed Squirrel, in no uncertain terms, that the next time he brought a lady friend along for snacks, I was going to find squirrel-proof something’s. Yesterday, demonstrating his opinion of my opinion, Squirrel was fornicating with spouse on a fence adjacent to a bird feeder. Having asked assorted bird people how to deter squirrels, the answer has always been, in a nutshell, “You can’t.” Apparently squirrels are quite clever and will figure a way, even hanging from their cute little toes, upside and sidewise, to eat bird food.

The Internet offers several types of “squirrel-proof feeders.” Prices range from $28 to “as low as $99.99.” Reviews quite vary, including a couple mentioning how squirrels have nibbled through preventative feeder parts. There are 365 squirrel types, or species, throughout the world. Grey squirrels are the most common tree squirrels. Their history has been traced back 50 million years. The name squirrel comes from two Greek words, “skia” meaning shade, and “oura” meaning tail. Translation is “he sits in the shade of his own tail.” We often see squished squirrels on roadways. Since squirrels are clever, why the carrion? Apparently when crossing a street, it attempts to confuse an oncoming car. So instead of prancing straight ahead, it changes direction. Alas, poor squirrel, I probably knew him well. There is an old superstition that anyone who shoots a squirrel will have bad luck and lose his hunting skill. Where did that come from? According to legend, apparently squirrel saw Adam and Eve nibbling Forbidden Fruit in the Garden of Eden. This horrified squirrel, as it was against God’s laws. So squirrel drew his tail, which was, at the time, small and thin, across his eyes so it wouldn’t have to watch. As a reward, squirrel got his now brushy tail, as did all offspring from then on. Speaking of offspring, baby squirrels appear in the spring. There are usually four to a nest. Each is about an inch long, one ounce, and hairless. They are, of course, so adorable. Adult squirrels eat about a pound of food per week. I buy birdseed by the 40-pound sack. That leaves some for the birds…usually. Spring is here! Happy day.

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.

(chapter 2) BY MARGARET THORNBERRY

'm still scheduled for hip replacement surgery March 5th, though that date seemed in jeopardy for a few days. While almost everything that needs to be scheduled is well coordinated through the surgeon's office, the Center for Joint Replacement (CJR) and Washington Hospital, it's up to the patient to arrange for a comprehensive pre-op physical. Unfortunately my primary care physician was not available in time to get this done for me before the planned surgery date. But I was able to arrange an appointment with an excellent alternative doctor at Palo Alto Medical Facility in Fremont; possibly too excellent, as she found a number of things, some small, and some possibly significant, that might delay surgery. Soooo… tomorrow I will be working up a lather, doing a cardiac stress test on a treadmill across the Bay in Palo Alto, a bit of a challenge with a bad hip. Imagine Chester in 'Gunsmoke' trying to make speed down the boardwalk in Dodge City to warn Marshall Dillon the bad guys are bothering Miss Kitty… you get the idea. While I think of myself as a brave pioneer of leading edge medical procedure, it really isn't so... one of the volunteers over at the local Center for Joint Replacement (CJR) at Washington Hospital has had both hips AND both knees replaced! Now that's bionic! continued onpage 26

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City helps homeowners avoid foreclosure SUBMITTED BY COLLEEN KAMAI The City of Hayward in collaboration with major lenders and non-profit counseling agencies will host a Foreclosure Prevention/Help for Homeowners community event at City Hall on Saturday, March 10, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Three major lenders have confirmed their participation: CHASE, GMAC Mortgage and Bank of America. One of the two largest mortgage investors, Fannie Mae, will also be present. Lenders will invite residents, who are in the loan modification process or have defaulted on their loans, to discuss options available to avoid foreclosure. The event will target residents from Union City, Fremont, San Leandro, Hayward and unincorporated Alameda County (Fairview, Ashland, Cherryland, San Lorenzo, and Castro Valley). Several area non-profit, HUD-approved counseling organizations, such as Unity Council, ECHO Housing, Operation HOPE and NID Housing Counseling Agency, will be at the event to provide free, one-on-one consultations to at-risk homeowners. In addition, Housing and Economic Rights Advocates (HERA) will be at the event to help homeowners with legal matters related to foreclosures. California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) representatives will promote the State’s Keep Your Home California (KYHC) program which consists of a series of programs developed by the State in collaboration with numerous community partners, foreclosure counselors, housing advocates and others directly involved in helping struggling homeowners. KYHC includes unemployment mortgage assistance, mortgage reinstatement

assistance, principal reduction and transition assistance programs. To make the most of this event, attendees should take the following: 1) Monthly mortgage statement; 2) Information about other mortgages in your home, if applicable; 3) Two most recent paystubs, documentation of income you receive from other sources or most recent quarterly profit and loss statements, if self-employed; 4) Two most recent bank statements; 5) Account balances and monthly payments for credit cards and other debts; 6) Estimates of other monthly expenditures (such as utilities, insurance and medical bills). The Request for Modification and Affidavit Form and the IRS Form 4506T-EZ will be available at the event. Attendees can also download and print these forms at www.MakingHomeAffordable.gov. Free parking is available in the parking garage at B Street and Mission Boulevard, opposite City Hall. Please enter the parking structure from Mission Boulevard. Hayward BART station is next to the event location. For more information, call the Homeowner’s HOPE Hotline at1-888-995-HOPE (4673), visit www.MakingHomeAffordable.gov or www.HopeNow.com. For tips to avoid scams, visit www.LoanScamAlert.org. For general information about this event, contact Omar Cortez at omar.cortez@hayward-ca.gov Help for Homeowners Saturday, Mar 10 10 a.m. ? 3 p.m. City Hall Rotunda 777 B Street, Hayward omar.cortez@hayward-ca.gov

Uphold health care reform SUBMITTED BY THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL Attorney General Kamala D. Harris led 10 states in filing a friend-of-the-court brief in the U.S. Supreme Court, on January 27, 2012, urging the high court not to invalidate the federal health care reform law in its entirety if that court decides the minimum coverage provision is unconstitutional. "States have begun to implement substantial portions of the Act, such as prohibiting insurance companies from denying coverage to children with pre-existing conditions, allowing States to better regulate insurance rates and helping States establish high-risk pools for their citizens. Today, these reforms are bringing real relief to States, medical providers and families across the country. The reforms are also helping all States grapple with the serious problem of the high number of uninsured citizens. While the minimum coverage provision unquestionably advances the Congressional goal of comprehensive health care reform in general and private health insurance reform in particular, the minimum coverage provision operates independently of the vast majority of the Affordable Care Act," the amicus brief states. In August 2011, a divided United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit ruled that the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act's minimum coverage provision, which in 2014 will require that adults maintain adequate health insurance, is unconstitutional. The United States government appealed that decision to the U.S. Supreme Court which will hear oral arguments in the matter in March 2012. Harris, joined by 10 other attorneys general, argued in a brief filed today in the U.S. Supreme Court that the minimum coverage provision is constitutional. If, however, the court decides the minimum coverage provision is unconstitutional, the remainder of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, including measures that have already been implemented, should remain intact. Since March 2010, when the landmark federal healthcare law was enacted, Californians have benefitted from numerous reforms that have lowered costs and increased health care options. For example, insurance companies can no longer deny coverage to the state's 2.2 million children with pre-existing conditions. As a result of the federal reform, most young people in California can remain on their parent's insurance until their 26th birthday. California was one of the first states to begin covering low-income adults, ages 19 to 64, who do not qualify for Medi-Cal. As of October 2011, more than 220,000 Californians were covered through the program which also provides funds for hospital care and public health initiatives. California has also received millions in grant funds, including $42.7M to create a new fund to prevent illness and promote health. "This important reform is comprehensive and widereaching across the healthcare industry. It does everything from encourage Americans to enter the nursing profession to improve the quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries," Harris said. "Its real and lasting benefits have already taken effect in California and are making meaningful differences in the lives of millions of individuals." Other states joining California in this brief are Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, New Mexico, New York, Oregon and Vermont. The brief is also joined by the District of Columbia and the Governor of Washington. Harris has vigorously defended the constitutionality of federal health care reform. Joined by other attorneys general, she has filed two briefs in the U.S. Supreme Court and five briefs in the federal appellate courts urging the courts to uphold the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. For more information, visit www.oag.ca.gov

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Appeals court tosses Armenian payments law BY PAUL ELIAS ASSOCIATED PRESS SAN FRANCISCO (AP), A federal appeals court on Thursday struck down a controversial California law that allowed descendants of 1.5 million Armenians who perished in Turkey nearly a century ago to file claims against life insurance companies accused of reneging on policies. The move came when a specially convened 11-judge panel of the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals unanimously tossed out a class action lawsuit filed against Munich Re after two of its subsidiaries refused to pay claims. The ruling, written by Judge Susan Graber, said the California law trampled on U.S. foreign policy – the exclusive jurisdiction of the federal government. The California Legislature labeled the Armenian deaths as genocide, a term the Turkish government vehemently argued was wrongly applied during a time of civil unrest in the country. The court noted the issue is so fraught with politics that President Barack Obama studiously avoided using the word “genocide” during a commemorative speech in April 2010 noting the Armenian deaths. The tortured legal saga began in 2000 when the California Legislature passed a law enabling Armenian heirs to file claims with insurance companies for policies sold around the turn of the 20th century. It gave the heirs until 2010 to file lawsuits over unpaid insurance benefits. New York Life and the French company AXA paid a combined $37.5 million to settle lawsuits. But Munich Re chose to fight the litigation, invoking a rare legal argument known as dormant foreign affairs pre-emption. The insurance giant argued the state Legislature had no business weighing in on the issue, even though the United States had no clear policy regarding the politically sensitive matter. The 9th Circuit agreed. It was the third time the 9th Circuit ruled on the case. The ruling Thursday could be the final word on the matter unless the U.S. Supreme Court agrees to review the unanimous decision by the 11 appellate judges.

Dems seek state-run pensions for private workers BY JUDY LIN ASSOCIATED PRESS SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP), Two leading California Democrats introduced legislation Thursday that attempts to provide retirement savings for private-sector workers of modest means, creating a government-run program for private-sector workers whose employers do not offer pensions or 401(k) plans. They said it could help an estimated 6.7 million California workers. Sen. Kevin de Leon and Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg introduced SB1234, which would require employers with five or more workers to enroll them into what they have termed a “personal pension program” to be run by a state board. Their idea is to get small-business employees and hospitality workers who don't make much money to save more for their retirement. “We must take action on the impending retirement tsunami,” de Leon, of Los Angeles, said during a news conference in front of the state Treasurer's Office. “We cannot afford the rampant poverty and devastation that awaits us if we continue on our present course.” The lawmakers said they believed their program would be the first in which a state government established a retirement program for workers in the private sector. As a program with little or no precedent, several issues remain unsettled, such as whether California taxpayers would ever be on the hook if future investment returns failed to meet projections. In Michigan, the state's Municipal Employees Retirement System began offering retirement services to Indian gaming tribes in 2009 to manage benefits for tribal government employees. According to a draft, SB1234 would establish the Golden State Retirement Savings Trust, which would be administered by a six-member board, including the state treasurer, controller, director of finance and an appointment each by the governor, Senate and Assembly. Private-sector workers would automatically have 3 percent of their earnings set aside in the trust, unless they opted out. Unlike in an individual IRA or 401(k) account, their benefits – defined as their contributions plus earnings – would be guaranteed when they retire. The draft language does not specify how the earnings would be guaranteed. The board would then contract with a fund administrator, such as the California State Public Employees Retirement System, the state's main pension fund. continued on page 28

Sears shedding some stores, reports 4Q loss BY ANNE D’INNOCENZIO AND MAE ANDERSON AP RETAIL WRITERS NEW YORK (AP), Sears said Thursday that it's unloading some of its profit-busting stores, but the retailer fell short of revealing how it plans to woo shoppers back into its remaining ones. Investors have long speculated that the troubled retailer could sell off its massive real estate holdings to generate extra cash. But industry watchers say that will do little to solve Sears' main problem: Rivals have been able to lure customers away from the chain because of its drab stores and unexciting merchandise. “The image is atrocious. The stores are old and they're run down. They don't look like a nice place to visit,” said Ron Friedman, a partner in the retail and consumer products industry group of accounting firm Marcum, LLP in New York. “I don't think that the Sears we see today can be around from a year today. It has to change.” As part of a plan to turnaround the company, Sears Holdings Corp., based in Hoffman Estates, Ill., said on Thursday that it will spin off of its smaller Hometown and Outlet stores as well as some hardware stores in a deal expected to raise $400 million to $500 million. In a separate deal, Sears will sell 11 stores to the real estate company General Growth Properties for $270 million. The company, led by billionaire investor Edward Lampert, also said it plans to cut inventory by $580 million. The plans follow news in December that the company would close at least 100 to 120 stores to raise cash after a disastrous holiday season in which revenue at stores open at least a year – an indicator of a retailer's health – fell 5.2 percent in the eight weeks ended on Dec. 25. “We're executing actions to unlock the value of our portfolio and assets,” said CEO Lou D'Ambrosio in a call with analysts. Shares soared as much as 20 percent Thursday on the news, despite that the company also reported a $2.4 billion loss for the fourth quarter that was much worse than what Wall Street analysts had expected. The climb extended a rally the retailer has enjoyed since January as its assured suppliers and investors that it can honor its financial agreements. Shares are up nearly 95 percent since the beginning of the year. They were up $9.72 to $61.80 on Thursday. Industry watchers weren't as impressed as Wall Street. They said that Sears' biggest problem is that the company hasn't invested in its stores. Indeed, rivals like Wal-Mart typically spend between $6 and $8 per square foot on things such as updating cash registers, replacing floor tiles and repainting stores, according to research firm International Strategy & Investment Group. But over the past few years, Sears spent on average between $1.50 and $2.00 per square foot. “We feel they're not doing enough to solve the problems for the future,” said Michael Cipriani, senior vice president of Rosenthal & Rosenthal, which buys merchandise from suppliers and then collects the money from the retailer once the goods are sold. “We think they're going to continue to lose money.” In Thursday's announcement, Sears said it swung to a loss in the fourth quarter, with adjusted earnings totaling 54 cents per share, well below analyst expectations of 76 cents per share. Revenue fell 4 percent to $12.48 billion from $13 billion last year. Analysts expected $12.44 billion. During an interview with The Associated Press, D'Ambrosio emphasized that it's important to distinguish between the retailer's shortterm operating performance and its balance sheet or liquidity. The company does have cash. He also said that he and the board are “wide open for good ideas” for investing in the stores. But D'Ambrosio said that how much Sears invests in capital expenditures doesn't tell the whole story. One should look at what Sears is doing to make the overall shopping experience better, he said. In fact, D'Ambrosio said that last year, Sears invested several hundred million in making the customer experience better. Among the things the company has done: roll out close to 15,000 iPad and ITouch devices to stores so that sales staff can research products and can help customers check out. The company also is working on better displaying merchandise, including pairing up headphones with teen clothes. Consumers will also see a new lineup of more high-tech washing machines and other appliances, he said. “Looking at just (capital expenditures) belies our investment in the customer experience,” he said. “We are going to win our game.”

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Sudoku: Fill in the missing numbers (1 – 9 inclusive) so each row, column and 3x3 box contains all digits.

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Tri-City Stargazer MARCH 7 – MARCH 13, 2012 BY VIVIAN CAROL For All Signs: Mercury, ancient god of travel, communications and routine business, has begun a retrograde cycle. On March 12th, the retrograde is making a clear turn to the rear. He turns direct on April 4th. Standard astrological advice suggests the following: 1) Delay the initiation of important new projects. 2) Use this time to research and investigate alternatives for action but make no final costly decisions on major plans. 3) Avoid writing or signing contracts. Often there are loopholes or missing parts which can create difficulties later. 4) Avoid major purchases of transportation or communication equipment. The time is most favorably used to compare alternatives, research details, finish projects started long ago, or look deeply into one’s interior psyche (i.e. hypnosis, prayer, meditation, psychotherapy). Whatever is lost or misplaced on a Mercury retrograde will resurface. Aries (March 21-April 20): This is a powerful time to consider your spiritual purposes. It is all too easy for the Maya, the things of the world, to overwhelm every waking minute, leaving no time for higher goals. If you notice fatigue, disappointment, or depression at this time, stop. Be still and listen for the Voice deep within your soul.

Cancer (June 21-July 21): You may feel trapped in a conflict over whether to tend to the needs of your community or stay home and tend to your personal business. Do the best you can to achieve a modified response. It is likely that if you answer the call to make a choice, you will feel slightly resentful because you cannot do both.

Taurus (April 21-May 20): At last! The Sun shines through and there is a breakthrough of the clouds in your life. You may become the leader in a project that will be good for many. Love life appears or perhaps it improves and you are enjoying your roles in life. This is a time in which you may realize that your struggles have been worth the effort.

Leo the Lion (July 22-Aug 22): This week is about finding healing on either the physical or emotional levels. You may be the healer or the heal-ee. If a friendship or a more significant relationship needs mending, now is the time to do so. The willingness to open your heart and mind to give and to receive is yours at this time.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Information has been flying your way thick and fast. A surprise concerning a friend or a family member might have you reeling. This is a good week to let yourself be quiet while you absorb changes that have come your way. If you feel edgy, transfer that energy to physical exercise.

Virgo the Virgin (August 23-September 22): Take every precaution not to abuse your body during this period. Drugs or alcohol could have peculiar side effects that you do not understand. You are in a low physical cycle and will be unable to push yourself as hard as normal on any physical task. If you are affected emotionally, try not to worry about it.

Libra (September 23-October 22): The area of shared resources is propitious during this whole month. Those resources may include money, time, debt owed to you, or property value. Examples include: partner’s income, stock or bond values, tax returns, or anything else that you share with another. Opportunities to share intimately with another promote life energy. Scorpio (October 23-November 21): The next couple of weeks are especially good for discussing important subjects with partners. You each are in a cooperative frame of mind and communications flow well. You can give and receive mutual help at this time and improve the overall energy in the relationship. Sagittarius (November 22-December 21): An opportunity is coming any day now to increase your income via a work opportunity. It is possible that if you agree to do some small thing in good spirits, the work will become a project that grows to your benefit. If you are already employed, you

likely will get approval for a job that has been pending. Capricorn (December 22-January 19): Venus moves into the sector of life related to children, recreation and romance. The goddess of love is happy in this territory and often brings new energy and light wherever she goes. Success comes to those who have been working on a project that will contribute to the Greater Good. Aquarius (January 20-February 18): This is an unusually quiet week with no new planetary action. It is quite possible that you stepped away from one of your

ongoing projects in February. Letting go of that energy drain was good for you, and the fatigue may just be catching up to you on your calendar. Take a break, even if only this week. Pisces (February 19-March 20): You may be caught in a conflict that seems inexplicable to you. The Other is angry over an event from the past. If you value the relationship you probably should listen. Do not get defensive. Meanwhile, the realm of teaching, communication and social life is favored.

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

www.horoscopesbyvivian.com

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chance encounter, a ride up in the elevator at the Newark City Hall en route to a town hall meeting was just enough time for Jane Bark and Paul Rea to meet, identify some common interests, and realize they could create a venue for discussion and citizen interaction about the life of these times. Six years ago, the two Tri-City residents launched Tri-City Documentary Film Series, a monthly presentation of a timely film, often coupled with an expert discussant to lend insight to the topic. The monthly program calls for an open discussion following the film where attendees can explore their responses to the film and the topic. Admission is free. This Saturday, March 10, at 1:30 p.m., the documentary series will feature a film on human trafficking: “Dreams Die Hard: Survivors of Slavery in America Tell Their Story.” “Most of us don't realize that there are still slaves in America today. More than 40 percent of human trafficking in California occurs in the Bay Area, yet few of us are aware of the problem,” says Bark. “In fact, 18,000 captives are brought to this country every year as victims of human trafficking. Predictably, many of these are young women from the poorest countries. This film introduces some of these victims plus the activists who are taking risks to set these slaves free.” Guest speaker Sister Elaine Sanchez of the Sisters of the Holy Family will lead the discussion. Sanchez works with victims, and will also be joined by an agent from the FBI. The documentary series launched with the film “An Inconvenient Truth” prior to its winning an Academy Award and making global warming the top discussed issue. Thirty-five area residents showed up to see the film. That same year, Bark and Rea selected “The Electric Car” which has helped to attract a regular following of the series that usually draws 50 to 60 attendees. That film drew the largest audience with 90 people. How do they select the films they show? They read film re-

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views, watch film festivals, and talk to a range of sources. They read widely about national and world events to choose timely films within their budget which is zero except for donations. In recent months the films shown have looked at 9/11, organic farming, wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, hydraulic fracking for natural gas, the financial crisis and genetically-engineered food. Until recently, films were shown at the Fremont Public Library where dates often had to be jockeyed around other events. With a new home base at Niles Discovery Church, the series is settling into a dependable date: the second Saturday of each month; thus the change in name to TriCity Documentaries Second Saturday Series. Rather than simply show a film, Bark and Rea wanted to offer an experience that attendees couldn’t have at home in front of a plasma television. But they needed a discussion leader with expertise in the subject area. The idea of tapping Bay Area expertise and beyond is often easier said than accomplished. Bark and Rea frequently find themselves making countless phone calls trying to convince someone to give up a beautiful Saturday afternoon to come lead a discussion without even an honorarium to cover gas. During its six-year history, the documentary film series has attracted discussion leaders that have included Mickey Huff, director of Project Censored; Dr. Larry Shoup, author of “Imperial Brain Trust”; Sharat Lin, Director of the San Jose Peace and Justice Center; and Barbara Lubin, Director of the Middle East Children’s Alliance. Most recent films have tackled every issue from the shortage of water expected in this century with the film “Flow” to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict with “Occupation Has No Future” to “Gasland,” focusing on the impact of drilling on the environment. For Bark, the series began in response to a national election that ended badly in her view; she had a desire to make her voice heard and become involved. The series has exceeded her expectation, changing her enormously, she reports.

Having grown up in Scotland and traveled the world, Bark says the series has educated her to the point where now when she watches the evening news she can determine when facts are omitted and truth colored. “I look at things differently--the wars, the financial crisis, places where people in this country are lied to. I’m uncomfortable with it, and yet I am living with it.” While hoping the film series would promote a sense of community, Rea, a retired professor from St. Mary’s College, has been impressed by citizen engagement emerging from the discussions. “The high for me,” says Rea, “is seeing people who do not ordinarily articulate their perceptions participate in discussions, speaking their views on global warming or chemical fracking to liberate natural gas, people coming out of their comfort zones.” One regular attendee tagged the film series as “always substantive, never stuffy,” according to Rea, a comment he values. While Rea appreciates positive comments, he values even more small gestures that let him know the series has taken root, moments when attendees spontaneously step in to put away chairs so they are back to church-ready with hymnals placed on each chair. Others, too, have begun to step up to help; Barry Shatzman now publicizes the offerings on the website, www.TriCityPerspectives.org. Bark’s husband, Tom Matson, lends a generous hand, helping wherever needed, as does Tom Ford. As long as people continue to show interest, Bark and Rea plan to keep the films coming to spark discussion, their contribution to a more educated, enlightened community. Tri-City Documentary Second Saturday Series Dreams Die Hard: Survivors of Slavery in America Tell Their Story Saturday, March 10 1:30 p.m. Niles Discovery Church 255 H Street at 3rd, Fremont (510) 797-0895 Free Wheelchair accessible

Police: Western Pa. burglary suspect forgot keys AP WIRE SERVICE JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (AP), Everyone forgets their keys, now and then, but police say one western Pennsylvania man managed to do so at a most inopportune time: while he was burglarizing a hair salon. Johnstown police tell the Tribune-Democrat newspaper (http://bit.ly/AaMIM4 ) that 27-year-old Charles Nash Gray Jr. left the keys to his public housing apartment behind during the burglary at Cuts and Stuff, a hair and beauty salon, on Jan. 18. Police say Gray stole more than $600 in cash and checks during the break-in. An employee found the keys and police took them to Gray's apartment, where he was arrested. He's still in the Cambria County Jail and will stand trial on burglary, theft and other charges after waiving his right to a preliminary hearing on Thursday. Information from: The Tribune-Democrat, http://www.tribune-democrat.com

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Touch Opens in San Jose SUBMITTED BY MELLISSA TONG Touch, an independent film written and directed by Minh Duc Nguyen, is slated for release in selected cities, starting with San Jose Friday, March 9. It will show exclusively at AMC Eastridge 15, before expanding to other cities. Touch marks a home-coming of sorts for writer/director Minh Duc Nguyen, Porter Lynn, and several cast and crew members, born and raised in San Jose and East Bay. Touch is a romantic drama about a mechanic looking to save his faltering marriage. He strikes up an unlikely friendship with a reserved Vietnamese-American manicurist, who not only does the impossible — cleaning his filthy hands — but also gives him advice about his love life.

This sensual film explores the sense of touch and its emotional impact — how with just a simple touch, we can reveal our deepest longings, and even heal a wounded soul. Making her cinematic debut in Touch, actress Porter Lynn pleasantly surprises audiences with her mature poise and unassuming strength in portraying Tam. Her powerful performance won her Best Actress award at Boston International Film Festival. She is costarring with John Ruby, Melinda Bennett, Long Nguyen (Journey from the Fall), and Hiep Thi Le (Heaven & Earth). During its film festival tour, Touch has captured numerous awards: Audience Choice Award for Best Feature Film at Vietnamese International Film Festival; Best Actress, Best Story Line, and Best Cinematography at Boston International Film Festival; Best First Feature at Santa

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Rosa International Film Festival; Jury Award and Audience Choice Award at Atlanta Asian Film Festival. In America, over 75% of the nail salons are owned and operated by Vietnamese. The nail salon industry provides countless job opportunities for Vietnamese immigrants, but their stories have never been told on-screen. For the first time, a story is told about these women, from their pointof-view. Minh, in his directorial debut, sees the nail salon as the perfect setting to tell a multicultural romance, a place where Vietnamese workers interact daily with their American customers from all walks of life. But sometimes the universal need for human contact can break through the limitations of a simple manicure… For more information, visit www.touchthemovie.com.

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Groundwater: More precious than gold BY RICHARD SANTOS

n today’s economy everyone knows about the value of gold. But what many don’t realize is that there is an even more precious resource, water. And with rainfall shortages and restrictions on our imported water supplies, groundwater is proving to be more important than ever. This year, in fact, it has been groundwater to the rescue for Santa Clara County. With record low rainfall, we will rely heavily on our groundwater supplies this summer which, thanks to the Santa Clara Valley Water District’s effective groundwater recharge program, are in good shape. Groundwater, our valley’s original water source, is water that flows beneath the surface through small pores and cracks in the rock and soil. Throughout the world, the majority of available fresh water is in the form of groundwater. Due to the geography of our region, our groundwater basins have a vast storage capacity, estimated to be two times the size of the district’s 10 surface reservoirs combined. This is why in Santa Clara County, nearly half of all water used comes from groundwater. While groundwater basins are naturally replenished by rainfall, natural recharge is not enough. In order to replenish the amount of groundwater pumped in Santa Clara County, the district has a groundwater recharge program to percolate local and imported water through recharge facilities, which include streams and 393 acres of recharge ponds. The recharge program allows us to capitalize on wet years by storing water for use during droughts and shortages. Actively managing the groundwater basin also has the major benefit of preventing land subsidence, or land surface sinking, which is very damaging to property and costly to the community. The water district also looks after the quality of our groundwater. Numerous sources can pollute groundwater, making it costly to treat or even unusable. Since the restoration of contaminated groundwater can take years, decades, or longer, the district aggressively protects the groundwater basins from contamination and the threat of contamination. The district's groundwater protection programs allow us to assess regional groundwater quality, identify and evaluate threats, and help prevent or mitigate contamination. This month we are celebrating Groundwater Awareness Week (March 11-17) by hosting a community open house on March 14 between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the water district’s headquarters, located at 5750 Almaden Expressway in San Jose. In addition to informing the community about groundwater, this free event will provide the general

public and neighbors with insight on water delivery, water treatment, water conservation, water supply, flood protection and environmental stewardship. Tours of the Los Alamitos percolation pond and Guadalupe River fish ladder will be provided and water magic and short demonstrations for children are included as part of the event’s festivities. Children are welcome and light refreshments will be served. Parking is plentiful and electric vehicle charge stations are available. RSVP at rsvp@valleywater.org or call (408) 265-2607, ext. 2880. Remember, even though we currently enjoy a healthy supply of groundwater, it is important that we use water wisely. If our dry weather persists, groundwater supplies, as well as imported water supplies, can diminish quickly. To learn more about how you can use water more efficiently and participate in free water efficient landscape workshops, visit www.save20gallons.org. As always, I am available for questions or comments as your District 3 representative for Sunnyvale; Alviso; Milpitas; and the Berryessa/Alum Rock communities, east of Highway 101 to the Evergreen community area. Feel free to contact me at (408) 234-7707. Groundwater Awareness Open House Wednesday, Mar 14 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Tours and demonstrations Santa Clara Valley Water District 5750 Almaden Expressway, San Jose (408) 265-2607, ext. 2880

Mission Valley competes in Science Olympiad

PHOTO AND ARTICLE SUBMITTED BY MADHU DEWAN Fremont’s Mission Valley Elementary School recently competed in the Regional Science Olympiad. From among the 20 Bay area teams, the school placed second and will now continue on to the State Science Olympiad Competition, to be held in Visalia April 14. Students participating on Mission Valley’s regional “B10” team were: Muneeb Afnani, Aarushi

Agrawal, Anvitha Akkaraju, Akshay Aravindan, Anjali Bhagat, Adam Chang, Ishika Chawla, Aditi Cuddalore, Gaurisha Dewan, Pranavi Dulam, Shreya Hegde, Colby Huang, Ruchika Mahapatra, Chenxing Zhou, and Chenyu Zhou. The Science Olympiad was created in 1983 to improve the quality of science education, increase student interest in the field and provide recognition for outstanding achievement by students and teachers. For more information visit: www.norcalscienceolympiad.com or http://soinc.org/

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SUBMITTED BY BOB WEDEMEYER John Wedemeyer, a longtime resident of Fremont, will be showing his artwork at The Mission Coffee Roasting Company in Fremont from March 1 to March 31. Although developmentally disabled, John has always created works that are both compelling and intriguing. His choice of subjects, his perspective, and his way of presenting his thoughts have delighted friends and family for many years. Please stop by to see his work and enjoy a great cup of coffee! The World Through My Eyes Art of John Wedemeyer March 1 – 31 Monday-Friday: 5 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday-Sunday: 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. Mission Coffee Roasting Company 151 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 623-6920

Mass. man charged with assault for tossing pennies AP WIRE SERVICE ASHLAND, Mass. (AP), An Ashland motorist who gave a few pennies for his thoughts after getting honked at by another vehicle is in trouble with the law. Police say 42-year-old Paul Castelli is facing charges including assault and battery with a dangerous weapon for allegedly lobbing a handful of pennies at a car. Police say Castelli pulled out of a side street on Tuesday, prompting another driver to slam on the brakes and honk his horn. When the two vehicles pulled alongside each other, Castelli allegedly showered the other car with pennies, some of which made their way through an open window and sun roof, hitting a woman in the face and knocking her glasses off. The MetroWest Daily News (http://bit.ly/zICibW) reports that Castelli was released after pleading not guilty at his arraignment Wednesday. --Information from: MetroWest Daily News, http://www.metrowestdailynews.com

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

Tuesdays, Mar 6 - Mar 27

Music and Movement with Rachel's Ballet

Continuing Events Thru - Mar 22

Become a Spanish Language Medical Interpreter $R

6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Spanish fluency required

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

Ohlone College 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6285 Thursday - Sunday, Thru Mar 17

Hidden Treasures

12 noon - 5 p.m. Local Artwork

Olive Hyde Art Gallery 123 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 791-4357 Thru Mar 18

Dividing the Estate $

8 p.m. Dark comedy

FREE Tax Preparation Services for Eligible Households making $50,000 or Less

Fremont Family Resource 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 Go to

www.fremont.gov/frc

Douglas Morrison Theatre 22311 N Third St., Hayward (510) 881-6777 www.dmtonline.org Thru Mar 29

Read-To-Me Story Time

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Art themes

Centerville Library 3801 Nicolet Ave., Fremont (510) 795-2629 Thru Mar 10

I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change $

8 p.m. Humorous take on dating

Cal State East Bay University 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward (510) 885-3118 www.csueastbaytickets.com

for more info Wednesdays, Thru Dec 26

Alameda County Veterans Employment Committee 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Help veterans find career opportunities

Unitek College 4670 Auto Mall Parkway, Fremont (510) 552-8845 www.unitekcollege.edu

Tuesday, Mar 6 & Thursday, Mar 8

Intro to Using Your Digital Camera $

7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Camera specifics, download/upload, view & share photos

Union City Ruggieri Senior Center 33997 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City (510) 675-5328 Tuesday, Mar 6

Country Club of Washington Township Women's Club

1 p.m. Community read program featuring "Grapes of Wrath"

St. James Episcopal Church 37051 Cabrillo Terrace, Fremont (510) 797-1492

A positive path for spiritual living

Welcome New Spiritual Leader KEN DAIGLE

Unity of Fremont Sunday 10:00 AM

36600 Niles Blvd, Fremont at the First Christian Church

www.unityoffremont.org 510-797-5234

Sunday, Mar 6 - Saturday, Mar 31

Artwork of John Wedemeyer

1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.

6 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Sample dance class for 3 - 5 year olds

Local artist display

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421

Mission Coffee Roasting House 151 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 474-1004

Tuesday, Mar 6

Wednesday, Mar 7

"Chinese Joan of Arc"

Guest Artist Lynn Slade

7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Documentary featuring Qiu Jin, modern China's first feminist

Watercolor and rice paper collage demonstration

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421

Fremont Art Association 37695 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 792-9290

Tuesdays, Mar 6 - April 24

Thursday, Mar 8

Beginners Guide to Screenwriting $

Women's History Lecture

7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Immigration, women's rights, and work place regulations

Award-winning instructor Jon James Miller

DeVry University Campus 6600 Dumbarton Circle, Fremont (510) 791-8639

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Cal State University East Bay Library 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward (510) 885-3183

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Friday, Mar 9

Saturday, Mar 10

Sunday, Mar 11

Leprechaun Land for Wee Folks $R

"One Year After" $

Speaker's Event $

6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.

5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Benefit concert for the children of Tohoku, Japan

Professor Ari Y. Kelman of Stanford (includes light breakfast)

Mission Coffee Roasting House 151 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 474-1004 www.musicatmsj.org

Temple Beth Torah 42000 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont (510) 656-7141 www.bethtorah-fremont.org

Games, activities, and a goodie bag. Ages 2 - 10.

Fremont Teen Center 39770 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont (510) 494-4344 www.RegeRec.com

Saturday, March 11 Monday, Mar 12

Friday, Mar 9

Union City Sports Center’s Anniversary $

A Taste of the Classics: History's Great Composers

Check-in: 8 a.m. (Start: 9:30 a.m.)

CSUEB Jazz Ensemble Performance $

5K/10K Fun Run & Walk

8 p.m. & 10 p.m.

7:30 p.m. Milpitas Community Concert Band

Barbara Lee Senior Center 40 North Milpitas Blvd., Milpitas (408) 586-3400

Union City Civic Center (City Hall) 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City (510) 675-5808 http://www.unioncity.ca.us/leisure/sports.center.htm

Guest Marvin Stamm

Yoshi's Jazz Club 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland (510) 885-3167 www.yoshis.com

Friday, Mar 9

Mission Peak Brass Band $

Sunday, Mar 11

8 p.m.

Laurel & Hardy Talkie Matinee $

Concert covering a wide variety of musical styles

Smith Center 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6031 Friday, Mar 9-Sunday, Mar 11

Three-day Watercolor Collage Workshop $R

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Learn the concept of 80/20 and collage techniques

Fremont Art Association 37695 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 792-9290 www.FremontArtAssociation.org Saturday, Mar 10 - Sunday, Mar 11

March Madness Softball Tournament

4 p.m. "Way Out West", "Bored of Education" and "The Music Box"

Niles Essanay Theater 37417 Niles Blvd, Fremont, CA (510) 494-1411

‘Cougar Reading Day’ at Newark Junior High ARTICLE AND PHOTO SUBMITTED BY JAMES FRANCIS MCGEE, ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL The seventh and eighth grade students at Newark Junior High School (NJHS) got a head start on Dr. Seuss’ birthday celebration

9 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Sunday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.)

Central Park 40000 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont (510) 659-6044 Saturday, Mar 10

Spaghetti Feed $

4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Dinner, silent auction, raffle and face painting

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 38801 Blacow Rd., Fremont (510) 793-6285 Saturday, Mar 10

Children's Program $

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Explore musical instruments, learn dance steps, & make a harmonica

McConaghy Victorian House 18701 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward (510) 581-0223 www.haywardareahistory.org Saturday, Mar 10

"Dreams Die Hard. Survivors of Slavery in America Tell Their Story"

1:30 p.m. Film on human trafficking

Niles Discovery Church 255 H Street at 3rd, Fremont 510-797-0895 Saturday, Mar 10 - April 7

“Dedicated to You”

11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Artwork from 12 local artists

(Opening Night: Mar 10; 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.) Sun Gallery 1015 E St., Hayward (510) 581-4050 lilia@artassociationeastbay.com Saturday, Mar 10

Family Quilting Workshop - R

11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. School age children and parents learn basic quilting.

Union City Branch Library 34007 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City (510) 745-1464 mgeroy@aclibray.org Saturday, Mar 10

Movie Night $

7:30 p.m. "The Eagle of the Sea"

Niles Essanay Theater 37417 Niles Blvd, Fremont, CA (510) 494-1411

Newark Mayor Al Nagy came by to visit and read to students

with several surprise guest readers from the Newark community on Thursday, March 1 during the first annual Cougar Reading Day. Guest readers included Mayor Al Nagy, native language tutor Olivia Tigre, NPD Commander Tom Milner, School Board Member Jan Crocker, Superintendent Dave Marken, Lincoln Elementary School principal Pam Hughes, among others. They shared books with students and some even shared personal memories of reading from their formative years, to promote the love and importance of reading. NJHS students listened attentively to the stories and text as the presenters eloquently read line after line. One of the books that was read to students was Dr. Seuss’ classic “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!,” to remind students how reading can help a person in their future endeavors and that you can do just about anything that you work towards in life if you work hard enough.

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Jazz students join NY trumpeter for “Night of Jazz” SUBMITTED BY DIANE DANIEL New York trumpeter Marvin Stamm will perform with the CSU East Bay jazz ensembles at the 13th Annual “Night of Jazz” fundraiser Monday, March 12 at Yoshi’s Jazz Club in Jack London Square, Oakland. All proceeds will go to the CSUEB Music Scholarship and Special Events Funds. The concert will include performances by the CSUEB Jazz Orchestra big band, under the direction of assistant professor Johannes Wallmann, as well as by several small groups from the University’s jazz program. Trumpet virtuoso Stamm will be joining the Jazz Orchestra as a featured soloist, a role that he honed as a member of the Stan Kenton Orchestra, the Woody Herman Big Band, the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra, the Duke Pearson Big Band, with Frank Sinatra, the Benny Goodman Sextet, and Louis Bellson’s Big Band.

Over several decades as a firstcall studio player in New York, Stamm also recorded with Bill Evans, Quincy Jones, Oliver Nelson, Wes Montgomery, Freddie Hubbard, Stanley Turrentine, Frank Foster, and countless others. He currently co-leads the Inventions Trio with pianist Bill Mays and cellist Alisa Horn. “Downbeat Magazine” wrote, “Stamm has a gorgeous tone on the trumpet and flugelhorn, and he flies through the changes.” “Jazz Times” said, “The Memphis native has chops and talent in abundance. He can burn on bebop changes, or mellow out on a ballad, all the time maintaining the lucid consistency that enthusiasm and experience engenders.” “Jazz Review” wrote, “It is a pleasure listening to the work of Marvin Stamm, anytime! Stamm is a musician's musician, performing flawlessly on his trumpet and flugelhorn.” Wallmann, CSUEB Jazz Orchestra director, is thrilled at the opportunity for our students to perform with such a consummate

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musician. “Marvin Stamm played a key role shaping the sound of every major American big band of the 1960s and 1970s. He not only exemplifies big band and small group jazz trumpet playing, but has also spent decades working in the rarified circle of New York studio musicians that every record producer and music contractor clamored to get for their recording projects,” he said. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door for the 8 p.m. show; prices for the 10 p.m. show are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, or $10 for CSUEB students at the door. Reservations may be made at www.yoshis.com or by calling (510) 238-9200. For more information about this event, visit csueastbay.edu/jazz or call (510) 885-3167. To sponsor this event or other Music Department events, please contact Penny Peak at penny.peak@csueastbay.edu or at (510) 885-4156. CSUEB welcomes persons with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please notify event sponsor at (510) 885-3167 well in advance if accommodation is needed. Night of Jazz Monday, March 12 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Yoshi’s Jazz Club 510 Embarcadero West Jack London Square, Oakland (510) 885-3167 (510) 238-9200 www.yoshis.com csueastbay.edu/jazz Tickets: $10 - $30

SUBMITTED BY DOLORES M. FERENZ For many years the historic Mission San Jose, founded June 11, 1797, has offered docent-led tours to school classes and groups of over 25 people during the week. Starting last November, they offer guided tours on the second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. To reserve space on these new tours, call the Mission Gift Shop at 510-67-1797 extension 100. The tour includes the nine-room Museum, which originally served as the padres’ living quarters, and the 1809 church, which was accurately reconstructed in 1985 at a cost of $5 million. The fee for these Sunday tours is $5 per adult and $2 per student. Children under 16 must be accompanied by at least one adult. You are asked to reserve space on the tour to assure there will be sufficient docents available to make your visit pleasurable and educational. Normal hours of operation for the Church and the Museum are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week. They are closed on New Years Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. The Old Mission is located at 43300 Mission Boulevard in Fremont. For more information about this jewel of Fremont’s history, visit MissionSanJose.org.

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Tuesday, March 6 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, March 7 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, March 8 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, March 9 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, March 12 1:45 – 2:45 p.m. Pioneer School, Blythe St. & Jean Dr., Union City 3:00 – 3:30 p.m. Alvarado Elementary School, Fredi St. & Smith St., Union City 4:15 – 4:45 p.m. Greenhaven Apts., Alvarado Blvd. & Fair Ranch Rd., Union City 5:15 – 6:45 p.m. Forest Park School, Deep Creek Rd. & Maybird Circle, Fremont Tuesday, March 13 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, March 14 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, March 7 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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However, as the quarter moved beyond the opening minutes, the Cougars took control with a 6-point lead At the end of the first quarter, Windsor made a fatal mistake of allowing the Cougars to settle into their run and gun offense with control of the boards. The Cougar defense took control and denied Jaguar followup shots while Cougar accuracy from the floor – outside and inside – spelled doom for the opposition. Final score: 60-41. Windsor has no chance in the second half as the Cougars would not relinquish any opportunities for victory. With the NCS title assured, the Cougars move on to California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) tournament play. Their first game of the Division 2 Tournament will be played at Newark on Wednesday, March 7. This may be the Year of the Cougar in California! continued from page 1

March Madness Softball Tournament

Games are scheduled for seven innings with a 105 minute time limit on Saturday's games; no inning starts after 105 minutes of play. Games must go five innings with the losing team having at least five innings of batting. Games tied after the time limit or seven innings will use the international tie breaker in which each team starts a half inning with a runner on second base. Tie breakers, if needed for Sunday's pairings, will be fewest runs scored against followed by a coin flip. Eight run mercy rule will be used after five or six innings. Sunday's games will have first place teams in each pool playing second place teams in the first round of the Gold bracket while third place teams will play fourth place teams in the first round of the Silver bracket. First round Silver bracket games start at 9 a.m. and first round Gold bracket at 11 a.m. Four semi-finals will be at 1 p.m. with the two finals at 3 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults; $4 for seniors and young adults; and free for parking, children under

6, high school softball players with a player pass and young softball players in uniform. Concessions and rest rooms will be available. Don't forget to reset your clocks Sunday morning, 2 a.m., or you'll be late for those games. March Madness Softball Tournament Saturday-Sunday, March 10-11 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Sunday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.) Central Park 40000 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont (510) 659-6044 Note: Ohlone Coast Conference (CC) league games are scheduled in the next couple of weeks on the Ohlone Campus: Thursday, March 8 vs. De Anza and Thursday, March 15 vs. Cabrillo - both games at 3 p.m. On Saturday, March 17, the Renegades play at 12noon vs. the College of San Mateo. This game could be for first place in the CC North Division.

Local pro golfer to compete at Stonebrae BY SIMON WONG Gregor Main of Danville will get his first taste of Nationwide Tour competition this spring, being awarded a sponsor’s exemption for the 2012 TPC Stonebrae Championship, April 10-15 at TPC Stonebrae. PGA TOUR veteran Scott McCarron and Tournament Host, NFL Hall of Fame wide receiver Jerry Rice also have received sponsor exemptions for the tournament. The fourth and final sponsor exemption has yet to be determined. McCarron, who recently was inducted into the California Golf Hall Of Fame, joins another popular PGA TOUR legend, South Africa’s Steve Elkington, in the TPC Stonebrae Championship field. Elkington is also serving as the tournament’s designated “Tour Ambassador.” Born in Berkeley, Main grew up in Danville, lettering two seasons in varsity golf at Concord’s De La Salle High and leading the Spartans to the 2006 State Championship as a sophomore before transferring to the IMG Academy in Florida. At UCLA, Main won once in three seasons, finishing his junior year ranked as high as 24th in the nation. He was both a junior and collegiate all-American. Main, 22, left UCLA after his junior season. He was medalist in the 2011 U.S. Amateur, where he set the 36-hole scoring record at 10-under par. Last fall, Main did not get through the second stage of the PGA Tour Qualifying School, failing to advance to the Q School Finals by three shots. That left him with no status on either the PGA TOUR or Nationwide Tour for 2012. His tour experience includes the 2009 Buick Invitational, where he made the cut

Gregor Main

at Torrey Pines, and the 2010 Arnold Palmer Invitational, where he missed the cut. Main qualified for the Palmer event by winning the 2009 Southern Amateur. The Nationwide Tour returns for its fourth season at TPC Stonebrae. Combining the best in Bay Area sports, entertainment and hospitality, the TPC Stonebrae Championship will showcase world-class golf in a festive atmosphere that is designed to bring together the community at the Nationwide Tour’s only Northern California appearance. This year’s tournament partners include Audi of America, TaylorMade Golf, The Claremont Resort Club & Spa, Golfsmith, eBay and Eden Medical Center. Net proceeds from the TPC Stonebrae Championship will benefit Autism Speaks, local chapters of The First Tee, Boys Hope Girls Hope, Lazarex Cancer Foundation, NFL Alumni Charities and many more. For more information about the tournament, visit www.TPCStonebraeChampionship.com.

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All-CCAA women's 2012 basketball team announced SUBMITTED BY KELLY HAYES PHOTOS BY KELLEY COX/KLC FOTOS On the heels of its first ever CCAA Tournament appearance, the Cal State University, East Bay (CSUEB) women's basketball team saw Micah Walker recognized as the conference Freshman of the Year and Marlene MacMillan collect All-CCAA Second Team honors. The pair became the second and third Pioneer women's basketball players to be honored by the conference after helping guide the team to its first playoff appearance since the 2007-08 campaign.

ity teammate is that they are selfless; neither cared who got the stats; they just wanted the program to move into the next phase of rebuilding. They both committed to that and I truly believe CSUEB has taken one giant step towards becoming a contender in the CCAA.” Walker averaged 9.1 points per game during her rookie campaign to finish second on the team. The Reno, Nevada, native led the team in assists, dishing out an average of two per game, while adding 3.5 rebounds per contest. Walker finished off the season strongly, scoring double figures in four of the last six games to bring her season total to

Marlene MacMillan

“We knew we had something special with Micah and she did not disappoint,” Barcomb said. “She is a true competitor, wants what is best for the team and is willing to put in the extra work to improve her overall game.” A regular starter, Walker played in all but one game during her first season in the red and

Micah Walker

“Mac and Micah were great leaders for this program and their performances throughout the year allowed their teammates to grow as well,” said Head Coach Suzy Barcomb. “A sign of a qual-

11 games in which she scored 10 or more points. She also notched 11 games with three or more assists and grabbed four or more rebounds 16 times during the campaign.

black, starting 26 times, including each of the last 23 games. Walker posted a season high of 23 points in a loss to No. 1 UC San Diego on February 18, 2012, going 4-for-8 from three-point range and adding four rebounds

in the game. Her five assists in the February 11, 53-51 upset over then No. 22 Cal Poly Pomona set a season high, while her seven rebounds in the Pioneers' first meeting with the Broncos in January 2012 were also a season best. “The first year has so many ups and downs; Micah weathered the storm well and had some tremendous all-around games for us this year,” Barcomb said. “I am really proud of her and this accomplishment.” MacMillan earned her first All-CCAA honors after leading the team with 9.2 points per game and ranking third in the league in rebounding with 9.3 boards per game. A native of Tracy, MacMillan also posted the second-best field goal percentage on the team, hitting 47.1 percent of her shots from the floor to rank among the top 10 in the CCAA, while her 1.7 assists per game were also second on the team. The junior forward was also a force to be reckoned with on defense, helping the Pioneers finish second in the scoring defense in with her 0.9 blocks per game, which were fifth in the CCAA. “Mac has played with a fairly significant injury this entire season and for her to put up the rebounding numbers she did was pretty amazing,” Barcomb said. “She has been a warrior for us on the glass and the growth in her overall game has been consistent throughout the year.” During her best season as a Pioneer, MacMillan set a new career high in rebounding with 19

boards in a win over San Francisco State in January 2012. MacMillan also beat her previous scoring high, posting 25 points in a 67-59 win over Cal State Stanislaus on January 21, 2012. She also finished the season with seven double-doubles, ranking third in the CCAA and was the only East Bay player to start every game, averaging a teamleading 30.5 minutes per game. “I had high goals for Mac this season and she bought in to what we wanted from her on the court and as a leader and truly had a positive impact on this team,” Barcomb said. “I asked a great deal of her this year, asked her to really expand her game. She can become a truly dynamic player both offensively and defensively.” Walker's Freshman of the Year award marks the fourth such honor given to a Cal State East Bay player since the Pioneers joined the CCAA in the 2009-10 season. Walker joins men's basketball player Jacari Whitfield, also a 2012 honoree, teammate Lauren Lucchesi and baseball player Charlie Sharrer as CCAA Freshman of the Year recipients and makes women's basketball the only East Bay team to have freshman players earn two of the awards. Whitfield and Walker are the first Pioneer duo in program history to sweep the conference Freshman of the Year award at any level and Cal State East Bay is the first school in CCAA history to claim both awards in basketball in the same year. MacMillan also became the first Pioneer women's basketball player to collect AllCCAA recognition. Cal State East Bay capped an historic season with its first CCAA Tournament selection in its first year of eligibility for the postseason since completing the transition to Division II. Barcomb collected her 250th career win with a 46-41 win over San Francisco State on February 10, 2012. East Bay finished the season ranked among the top defenses in the CCAA, leading the league in rebounding defense (33.9 rpg) and ranking second in scoring defense (58.6 ppg). The Pioneers finished with their best record (12-17, 9-13 CCAA) since the 2007-08 campaign, recording double-digit wins and finishing in a tie for seventh in the conference.

Whitfield and Samuels earn All-CCAA honors SUBMITTED BY MARTY VALDEZ PHOTOS BY KELLEY COX/KLC FOTOS Cal State University, East Bay men’s basketball team landed two players, including Freshman of the Year Jacari Whitfield, on the 2012 All-California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) team announced on February 29, 2012. Whitfield, who prepped at St. Joseph Notre Dame High School, was fifth in the conference in assists (3.1), seventh in assist/turnover ratio (1.4) and tenth in 3-point baskets made (1.7). Junior Mark Samuels was named to the second team. He was the fourth leading scorer in the CCAA averaging 15.1 points per game. Also in the CCAA, Samuels was fourth in assists (3.2), fourteenth in field goal percentage (47.3) and seventeenth in rebounds (5.3).

The Pioneer men’s basketball team showed improvement during the 2011-12 campaign finishing ninth in the CCAA with an 8-14 record. The previous two years, the Pioneers compiled a 5-39 record in the CCAA. The Pioneers were 1016 overall in 2011-12.

Men’s Baseball Ohlone vs Gavilan SUBMITTED BY STEVE BEAL SR. Ohlone College Renegardes lost 6-5 in 10 innings to Gavilan on February 28. Freshman catcher, Ryan Beal, led the Renegades' offense with two hits (single, double), and two RBI's.

Regular-season champion Chico State placed two players, including Most Valuable Player Jay Flores, on the 2012 CCAA first team. Along with Whitfield, Sonoma State sophomore forward Justin Herold was selected

Mark Samuels

Newcomer of the Year and Chico State head coach Greg Clink was named Coach of the Year. Sonoma State had a leaguehigh three players earn all-con-

Jacari Whitfield

Women’s Softball Logan vs Castro Valley SUBMITTED BY DENNIS & GIDGET March 2 R Logan 7 Castro Valley 2

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Logan: (W) Garza – P Bonansea – C Castro Valley: (L) Aragon – P Johnson – P Chaw – C

ference honors. Humboldt State also had two players named to the first team. nnn

Men’s Volleyball John F. Kennedy vs Redwood SUBMITTED BY ARBIE ESTABILLO Friday, March 2 Kennedy (Fremont) defeats Redwood (non-league match) 25-12, 25-18, 25-23

Kennedy Highlights: Nguyen 12 kills, 2 digs T. Campbell - 20 digs, 2 kills, 2 aces Cecere - 31 assists, 2 kills, 3 aces Patel - 10 kills Record: 2-0

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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).

Hayward City Council

Union City City Council

Hayward City Council February 28, 2012

Union City City Council February 28, 2012

Proclamations and Presentations Recognize 2011 Employee of the Year recipients: Brian Gallagher (General Government), Officer Bruce Vance (Public Safety) and Marissa Vera (Leisure Services/Public Works) Consent Calendar Authorize City Manager to execute a contract amendment for operations and maintenance with MV Transportation (Union

Marissa Vera

comment was divided between proponents of current regulations and Shell Station operator and employee to exempt them from restriction of tobacco sales. Council comments appeared to favor an ordinance change including a service station exemption. If no changes are enacted, the applicant can pursue a Zoning Text Amendment to allow tobacco sales. Mayor Mark Green Absent Vice Mayor Pat Gacoscos Aye Jim Navarro Aye Emily Duncan Aye Lorrin Ellis Aye

Brian Gallagher

City Transit and Paratransit services) for FY 2012-13. Authorize Staff to contract with Alameda County for housing rehabilitation services Public Hearings Extend an Urgency Ordinance for a temporary moratorium on the establishment and operation of medical marijuana dispensaries for 10 months and 15 days. City Manager Reports Discuss zoning ordinance restrictions on tobacco sales near sensitive uses, available policy options and impact of each alternative on American Lung Association local rating. Public

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It turns out that practically everyone I know has a 'fake' hip! It's a great conversation starter, in almost any gathering - if the people you are with don't have personal experience, they have a member of the family or a close friend who have had the surgery along with a wealth of anecdotes. I've heard of one instance where the anesthesiologist was so outstandingly good looking that the rather conservative female patient, under the influence of twilight sleep, said a few things she wished she hadn't. I'm trying to find out who he was, so I can ask for him as well. "What is said in the OR, stays in the OR" is my motto. I will keep you posted. The staff at the CJR do great work coordinating with the people at Washington Hospital to provide almost everything, including the sizeable and comprehensive Hip Binder - no, not a special dressing for the incision, but an actual 3-hole binder filled with tabs, pages and inserts. I'm expected to review it thoroughly, and carry it to all medical visits. It holds a wealth of information on the procedure itself, exercises to do for strength in advance of surgery as well as after, how to set up the home for safety and convenience, all while avoiding movement that might dislodge the hip before it has settled in place. I am amused, though, by the advice to "Clean, do the laundry and put it away...cut the grass and do other yard work..." before surgery. C'mon, if I could manage all that, why would I need hip surgery? My friend Bob and daughter Tessa attended the familiarization class with me today, and I'm happy to say that, aside from re-arranging some furniture and getting a shower seat for the old claw foot tub, we are pretty well prepared for the 6-week recovery period. Next step...my pre-op hospital visit!

Ofc Bruce Vance

Business Recognition Award for February 2012 presented to La Quinta Inns & Suites, 20777 Hesperian Boulevard, Hayward. Accepted by Sales Manager Randi Callahan. Consent Approved plans and specifications and called for bids (to be received by March 27, 2012) for Larrabee Sidewalk Repair (Woodland Avenue to Garin Avenue). Total estimated project cost is $120,000. Project funding has been set aside as part of the FY 2012 Capital Improvement Program in the Street System Improvement Fund. Construction is scheduled for completion on June 18, 2012. Authorized City Manager to execute a Master Programs Funds Agreement with the Alameda County Transportation Commission (CTC) for 2000 Measure B and Vehicle Registration Fee pass-through revenue for local streets and roads, bicycle and pedestrian projects in Hayward. This replaces the existing agreement with the former Alameda County Transportation Improvement Authority which merged with the Alameda County Congestion Management Agency to form the Alameda CTC. Legislative Business Approved City’s participation in the Alameda County Waste Management Authority’s (stopwaste.org) Ordinance to regulate the use of carry-out bags and promote the use of re-usable bags. Approved City’s participation in Phase 1 of Alameda County Waste Management Authority (stopwaste.org) Ordinance regulating re-cycling by multi-family residences (five or more units), businesses and self-haulers. AB 341 requires all California mu-

nicipalities to ensure that such entities, which generate at least four cubic yards of refuse per week, have recycling services in place by July 1, 2012. Alternatively, refuse may be collected for sorting and recycling at a mixedwaste processing facility. Received Bay Area Regional Interoperable Communications System (BayRICS) update, authorized membership of the BayRICS Joint Powers Authority and executed a Site Agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. The City will join a 4G LTE broadband secure system (separate from the commercial cellular system) serving 10 Bay Area counties and dedicated to public safety communications. Public Comments Tom Silva, Property Manager, Tampa Square Apartments, brought the poor pavement condition of Forselles Way to Council’s attention. He asked that repairs be brought forward to FY 2012-13 from FY 2013-14. This request will be considered as part of the Capital Improvement Program budget review in May 2012. Tom Silva, Rental Housing Owners Association of Southern Alameda County, requested Council consider self-certification of the residential rental housing inspection program. Jim Drake remains concerned about the premature death of a Monterey Pine tree on Harder Road, despite an expected life-span of between 50 and 60 years. A beetle infestation/parasite might be the culprit. He requested penalties for three restaurants that use loud power washers at night. Mayor Michael Sweeney – Yes Barbara Halliday – Yes Olden Henson – Yes Marvin Peixoto – Yes Bill Quirk – Yes Mark Salinas – Yes Francisco Zermeño – Yes

CSUEB brings “Girlchild” author to campus SUBMITTED BY DIANE DANIEL

upelo Hassman, author of the just-released “Girlchild” and a contributor to such publications as “Paper Street Press,” “The Portland Review Literary Journal” and “ZYZZYVA,” will be the next speaker of the Distinguished Writer series, presented by the Cal State East Bay Department of English. She will read from her novel at 7 p.m., Wednesday, March 14 in the Biella Room of the University Library on the Hayward Campus of Cal State East Bay. A book-signing will follow her presentation. “Girlchild” is told from the perspective of Rory Dawn Hendrix, an intelligent child growing up in a poor America. Rory Dawn is routinely rewarded for her academic gifts but these rewards only serve to alienate her from her culture of origin. Rory Dawn’s exploration of this crossroads involves an “antagonization” of the standardized testing system. A number of the chapters in “Girlchild” follow the format of the SAT or take other largely academic approaches. “I’ll focus on these sections during the reading to explore with the CSU East Bay community how the ivory tower appears from the ground of America’s underprivileged,” said Hassman. “I’m very interested in structure when it comes to writing, what it predicts and how the subversion of

those predictions adds weight and humor. I’m inspired by junk mail, road trips, the tragic heroine that is the English language, and how, for example, spell check rejects my use of ‘antagonization’ and sug-

“Girlchild” author Tupelo Hassman

gests ‘anatomization’ or considers ‘Robespierre’ as an alternate spelling of ‘boutonniere,’” Hassman said. A writer for the Boston Globe wrote of Hassman: “Her joy in language, duty, and honor buoy her – and readers, too. If I were back on the staff of my high school yearbook I would vote Tupelo Hassman and her book ‘Most Likely to Go Viral on Goodreads’ and ‘Most Likely to Succeed in the Eyes of Critics.’ And isn’t that bet-

ter than being a real Girl Scout or winning Homecoming Queen?” Stephen Gutierrez, professor of English and event organizer, said: “Tupelo writes with an uncommon verve about trailer park America. She catches your attention out of the gate. She is the real McCoy.” Hassman graduated from Columbia University’s Master of Fine Arts program. Her writing has been published in “Tantalum,” “We Still Like,” “Invisible City Audio Tours” and many other publications. She is a contributing author to “Heliography,” “Invisible City Audio Tours'” first tour. She also is curating its fourth tour, “The Landmark Revelation Society.” Her first short story collection, “The Hassman Family Experience: A Fully Interactive Country Western Album,” will be released by Invisible City Audio Tours in August. She will be keeping a video journal of “Girlchild”’s book tour for the short documentary, “Hardbound: A Novel's Life on the Road.” CSUEB welcomes persons with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please notify the event sponsor in advance at (510) 885-3151 if accommodation is needed. Campus parking is $2 per hour at meters, or $10 per day, per vehicle, payable at kiosk machines. Distinguished Writer series: Tupelo Hassman Wednesday, March 14 7 p.m. Biella Room of the University Library Cal State East Bay 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward (510) 885-3151

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Goals, tactics and strategy

WILLIAM MARSHAK

ny process that requires cohesive and coordinated movement of many different components relies on clear goals, a comprehensive strategy and tactics that support that strategy for success. There is no need to explain this concept to Captains of Industry and military planners. However, there does appear to be inconsistency and failure when applying these same principles to the political and legislative process. One distinct difference between these organizations, although all deliberative in approach, is that politics is, ostensibly, an open process, subject to public debate and control while the others are restrictive in varying degrees. Local political debate offers an especially difficult environment to weigh differing opinions in a logical and efficient manner. In the potentially chaotic environment of public discourse, a major venue for orderly consideration of local issues is the council/board/commission meeting. These settings encourage open conversation and provide highly visible opportunities that can be valuable to an at-large audience, but can also suffer from appalling failures – inefficiency, in-

Letter to the Editor

effective dialogue and meaningless, pandering platitudes. Politicians suffering from lapses of meeting etiquette should remember that the reason they are elected (or appointed) is to serve their community, not bask in the perceived glory of fatuous oratory.

Pay attention to speakers without side conversations?

Meeting tips are so basic that they should be second nature to participants, yet are often violated inviting constituent disappointment, scorn and anger. Although procedural rules are found in reference books such as Robert’s Rules of Order, meeting behavior is a different issue that revolves around decorum enforced by the Chair. Since council and board members are given a special place by and within the community they serve, it is incumbent upon them to reserve exceptional behavior for public business meetings.

The exhortations of a competitive coach can support and advance athletes; it can also do the same for our leaders. We, the public, not only have a responsibility to observe official behavior, but to give feedback and “coach” those who serve us. Through personal attendance, television broadcast and webcast, constituents have an opportunity to closely examine the behavior and manners of their representatives at council/board/commission meetings. In a fair assessment, how would your representatives rate? Certain “reality shows” use expert panels to rate presentation and talent, eliminating those who do not measure up. The same system is in place for voters to do the same when assessing elected – or appointed – representatives. After all, affirmation of these people is a reflection of our own community self-image.

Although there are many meeting tips from a variety of sources, most boil down to consideration of others who participate, attend, view or review the action. Of course, the consequences of actions taken are often of critical importance so exemplary performance and excellence should always apply. When you watch members of your council, board or commission, do you see signs of a well-run and efficient meeting? Is the purpose of the meeting well established? Do broad policy issue considerations devolve into elaborate discussions of minutiae? Does your representative… Prepare well and address agenda items without reiteration of previously supplied information?

Listen carefully to avoid asking questions that have already been asked? Set time limits for discussion? Offer possible solutions to problems?

What do you think of those elected to represent you? Are you confident of their actions and abilities? When they ask for additional taxes and bond financing, are they worthy of your support?

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Demonstrate knowledge and understanding? Remember, “Empty barrels make the most noise.”

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Use brief and relevant comments?

Hayward Police reallocate resources to snitch tickets

Hayward's Chief of Police, Diane Urban, has laid out her plans to reallocate resources in the enforcement of red light camera tickets. In an Oct. 11, 2011 memo to the Mayor and City Council she says that she plans to make a concerted effort to try to identify previously unidentified drivers of vehicles who had been captured on camera running red lights in Hayward. Chief Urban says that in an average month, Hayward processes about 1,500 photo enforced violations but only 500 actual citations are initially issued. Another 300 are rejected with no further action. The remaining 700 or so receive a notice commonly called a “snitch ticket.” These are notices mailed to registered owners asking them to name the driver. The notices have no legal weight and can be disregarded since there is no obligation on the part of the owner to “snitch” but these notices have been very successful. About two-thirds are returned and actual citations are then issued to

those “nominated.” Amazingly, spouses snitch on each other even though the now $530 fine impacts the household budget. Likewise parents submit the name and driver's license number of their children who were driving the family car. Employers who own the vehicle in question write down the actual driver's name even though that may mean increased insurance premiums to the company. Some people even write their own names down and are therefore issued a real ticket. But, in an average month, about 250 of these notices are not returned. These unreturned snitch tickets are going to receive additional scrutiny under Chief Urban's plan. Urban will reassign one sworn officer to regular patrol and replace that officer with a Community Service Officer. About 60 hours per month will be devoted to tracking down and identifying these 250 drivers. The goal is to issue 100 real citations to this group of 250. The city, on average, will earn an in-

crease in net revenue of $17,000 per month; from $10,000 per month to $27,000 per month. This is the net income to the city after paying Redflex, the Australian camera vendor, over $55,000 per month. Revenue from the red light camera program had been declining. This program seeks to boost revenue in order to keep the program in the profit column. Opponents of red light camera programs contend the programs are more about revenue and not about safety. Chief Urban adds in her memo to the Council: There are studies that show that red light cameras do in fact reduce the number of collisions; however, the Hayward Police Department has not been able to gather sufficient data to support this conclusion. Urban said she will produce a progress report after six months. Roger Jones, Fremont

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PUBLIC NOTICES CIVIL ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. HG12618124 Superior Court of California, County of Alameda. Petition of: Ticha Honglawan for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Ticha Honglawan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Ticha Honglawan to Amy Chow The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: 4-27-2012, Time: 8:45 a.m, Dept.: 504 The address of the court is 24405 Amador Street, Hayward, CA 94544 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Tri-City Voice Date: Feb. 22, 2012 WINIFRED Y. SMITH Judge of the Superior Court 2/28, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20/12 CNS-2268235# ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. HG12618018 Superior Court of California, County of Alameda Petition of: Rama Lavanya Duggirala for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Rama Lavanya Duggirala to Lavanya Duggirala The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: 04/27/2012, Time: 8:45 am, Dept.: 504 The address of the court is 24405 Amador Street, Hayward, CA 94544 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: What’s Happening Tri-City Voice Date: Feb. 22, 2012 WINIFRED Y. SMITH Judge of the Superior Court 2/28, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20/12 CNS-2266968#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT File No. 461583 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: S and S Manufacturing, 37422 Glenmoor Dr., Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Joseph LaVallee, 4479 Central Ave. Apt. #1, Fremont, CA 94536 Wally Chu, 37545 Summer Holly Common, Fremont, CA 94536 This business is conducted by a Limited Partnership 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/ Joseph LaVallee, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on February 14, 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). 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27/12 CNS-2272565# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 461074 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Little Branch Daycare, 934 Oakwood Court, Hayward, CA 94541, County of Alameda. Alessandra F. Puga, 934 Oakwood Court, Hayward, California 94541. Jaime Puga, 934 Oakwood Court, Hayward, California 94541. This business is conducted by husband and wife. 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/ Jaime Puga /s/ Alessandra F. Puga This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on February 2, 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). 2/28, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20/12 CNS-2268242# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 461834 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Steenworks Construction, 5658 Willkie Pl., Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Susanne Steen Jensen, 5658 Willkie Pl., Fremont, CA 94538 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/21/2012 I declare that all information in this statement is

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Dems seek state-run pensions for private workers Republican lawmakers warned that taxpayers or employers could wind up on the hook to cover any shortfalls if the government starts guaranteeing benefits to private-sector employees. Under proposed legislation, an employer who fails to enroll in the program or offer their own pension plan would be fined $1,000 per employee after a 90-day grace period. “Before we start discussing creating a new pension system, California needs to focus on the current pension crisis,” said Sen. Mimi Walters, R-Lake Forest, vice chairwoman of the Senate Public Employment and Retirement Committee. She noted the Democrats' proposal comes four months after Gov. Jerry Brown put out sweeping reforms to public employee pensions. The largest of those funds, CalPERS, is underfunded by at least $75 billion. Unlike most retirement plans for private-sector workers, public employees receive a guaranteed pension for life that is not subject to the ups and downs of the stock market. CalPERS, for example, has the ability to impose higher contributions on state and local governments without the Legislature's permission. Additionally, some public employee groups contribute nothing or only modest amounts to their pensions. Walters dismissed the legislation as a way for Democrats to deflect attention from the problems with public pensions. Public employee unions are fighting against Brown's 12-point reform package and are key campaign supporters of Democrats. De Leon, whose previous efforts to open CalPERS up to private-sector employers have failed, said he believed California taxpayers would not be burdened by his private pension program. He said the board would be expected to invest conservatively, offering low earnings tied to longterm treasury rates. “This is a minimal risk,” de Leon said. Steinberg, the Senate's leading Democrat, said the majority party is not running away from reforming public pensions. “The challenge is not how we settle for an insufficient level of retirement for all Californians, whether they be public or private employees,” he said. “The question is how do we bring everybody up to a responsible decent standard of living during their retirement years.” Ilana Boivie, director of programs at the National Institute on Retirement Security, a not-for-profit organization in Washington, D.C., funded in part by public pension systems, said half of private-sector workers offer no retirement program. One small business owner said it was a good idea. Andrew Blaskovich, owner of Drewski's Hot Rod Kitchen, a mobile food truck business in Sacramento, said most of his 25 employees make $2,500 to $3,000 a month and he can't afford to provide them retirement benefits. “This gives them an easier opportunity to put away money for the future,” he said during the press conference. The draft bill said employers would not be forced to contribute to the retirement plans, but a summary of the legislation from de Leon's office leaves open the possibility for “companion legislation that requires employers to assist their employees in saving for retirement.”

true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Susanne Steen Jensen This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on February 21, 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). 2/28, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20/12 CNS-2267147# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 461258 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fast Auto Service Team, 19668 Camden, Hayward, CA 94541, County of Alameda. 37 E Lewelling Blvd., San Lorenzo, CA 94580, County of Alameda. Eric Powers 19668 Camden, Hayward, CA 94541. James Fried, 1378 Esser Ave., San Leandro, CA 94579. This business is conducted by a general partnership. 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/ Eric Powers, general partner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on February 7, 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). 2/21, 2/28, 3/6, 3/13/12 CNS-2263663# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 461207 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Pot Pie Paradise & Deli, LLC, 3522 Arden Road, Hayward, CA 94545, County of Alameda Pot Pie Paradise & Deli LLC, California, 3522 Arden Road, Hayward, CA 94545 This business is conducted by a limited liability company The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 02/28/2007 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/ Theresia Gunawau, Manager This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on February 06, 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). 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/6/12 CNS-2259934# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 461123 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Profitential Group, 43143 Washington Common, Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Mary Lin, 43143 Washington Common, 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/ Mary Lin This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on February 03, 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). 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/6/12 CNS-2259210#

FOR A PERIOD OF TEN MONTHS AND FIFTEEN DAYS, TO BECOME EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY The above entitled urgency ordinance was adopted by the City Council on February 28, 2012. This abbreviated notice is published in lieu of the full text of the ordinance. A copy of the full text of the ordinance, as it was read and adopted on February 28, 2012, is available on the City’s website at: http: //www.ci.union-city.ca.us/ordinances.html. A copy of the full text of the ordinance is also available at the Office of the City Clerk, 34009 AlvaradoNiles Road, Union City, California, during normal business hours. The City Clerk can be reached by phone at 510-675-5348 if you desire a copy of the full text of the ordinance sent to you via email or by first class mail. ORDINANCE NO. 767-12 WAS PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Union City at a regular meeting held on February 28, 2012, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Duncan, Navarro, Vice Mayor Gacoscos NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Green ABSTAIN: None

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APPROVED: /s/ Mark Green MARK GREEN, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Renee Elliott RENEE ELLIOTT, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ Benjamin T. Reyes II BENJAMIN T. REYES II, City Attorney 3/6/12 CNS-2271866#

PUBLIC AUCTION/SALES NOTICE OF LIEN SALE AT PUBLIC AUCTION

GOVERNMENT NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Sealed bids will be received in the Office of Purchasing Services at 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg B, Fremont, California, up to the hour of 2:00 PM on March 27, 2012, at which time they will be opened and read out loud in said building for: 2012 Crack Seal Project, City Project no. 8195-E (PWC) Plans, special provisions and standard proposal forms to be used for bidding on this project can be obtained for a non-refundable fee at ARC/ Peninsula Digital located at 1654 Centre Pointe Drive Milpitas, CA 95035 or through Planwell at ww.e-arc.com, Phone (408) 262-3000. No partial sets will be issued, cost is non-refundable. Call to confirm availability of copies before coming to pick up documents. For more information on this project, contact the City of Fremont Purchasing Department at (510) 494-4620. CORINA CAMPBELL PURCHASING MANAGER CITY OF FREMONT 3/6, 3/13/12 CNS-2272614# ORDINANCE NO. 767-12 AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UNION CITY EXTENDING A TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON THE ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES

Notice is hereby given that personal property in the following units will be sold at public auction: on the 13th Day of March, 2012 at or after 12: 00ampursuant to the California Self-Storage Facility Act. The sale will be conducted at: Thornton U-Haul, 4833 Thornton Ave. Fremont, CA 94536. The items to be sold are generally described as follows: clothing, furniture, and / or other household items stored by the following people: Name Unit # Paid Through Date Monique Barrett B125 12/24/11 Abandoned Goods B164 11/19/11 Stephanie Camacho B229 1/6/12 2/28, 3/6/12 CNS-2266995# NOTICE OF LIEN SALE AT PUBLIC AUCTION Notice is hereby given that personal property in the following units will be sold at public auction: on the 13th Day of March, 2012 at or after11:15am pursuant to the California Self-Storage Facility Act. The sale will be conducted at: Grimmer U-Haul, 44511 Grimmer Blvd. Fremont, CA 94538. The items to be sold are generally described as follows: clothing, furniture, and / or other household items stored by the following people: Name Unit # Paid Through Date Catina Murphy 317 12/17/11 Jill Sprague 323 12/14/11 Melissa Costello 335 9/10/11 Amanda Berti 349 11/15/11 Abandoned Goods MM415 12/8/11 2/28, 3/6/12 CNS-2266972#

Gold in Gray: local ‘senior leader’ honored SUBMITTED BY MEENA NAIR Myrla Raymundo is passionate about helping people, aging issues and community betterment. After retiring as an Alameda County Commissioner, Raymundo began volunteering for the county in numerous ways, including her leader-

aged 60 to 90+ who were chosen for their outstanding contributions to community building, healthy aging and social justice. The award ceremony, on February 25, 2012, was the culmination of a two-day event in Oakland’s historic Jack London Square, designed to shine the spot light on the often

Leaders from earlier cohorts, who introduced the new group to the crossclass California Senior Leaders Alliance, created to build on the talents and energy of this diverse leadership group to educate the public and policy makers alike on key issues facing seniors and their families, and potential solutions.

l-r, Meena Nair (Associate Director, CA Senior Leaders Program),Analilia Garcia (Project Director), Myrla Raymundo, Meredith Minkler (University Liaison).

ship with Fremont’s Community Ambassador Program for Seniors representing the Filipino community and the St. Anne Catholic Parish. She recruits and helps train new volunteers regarding local culturally-appropriate resources for older adults, as well as leading meetings and outreach events for the Filipino community. Raymundo is also Founder and President of the Filipino American Association of Alameda County, President of Friends of the Union City Library, advisor to her parish’s senior organization and also served for 17 years on the Union City Planning Commission. In recognition of her outstanding contributions to community building and healthy aging, Raymundo was selected as one of 29 seniors throughout the state to receive a “California Senior Leaders Award” from the UC Berkeley School of Public Health and The California Wellness Foundation. The award, presented every other year for the past 10 years, honors Californians

invisible volunteer role of California’s rapidly growing senior population. The awardees participated in two days of training and recognition, during which skill building sessions on topics like working with the mass media and fundraising in tough economic times were interspersed with networking sessions. Participants have been linked with School of Public Health graduate students who will check in with them bi-monthly over the next 15 months, learning from their experiences and arranging technical assistance as needed on their community building and healthy aging projects. “The inter-generational component of the program is one of its greatest assets,” said Analilia Garcia, a former doctoral student with the program who now serves as project director and is also a lecturer at San Jose State University. “Student participants learn at least as much as the seniors, and they learn from the masters.” Also participating in the program this year are three Senior

“Not only have seniors been called our only expanding natural resource,” says UC Professor Meredith Minkler, who developed the program, “but we now have strong scientific studies showing that active engagement with life is one of the most important contributors to a healthy old age. A project like this one can both honor seniors for their invaluable contributions and, by supporting them in this work, hopefully contribute to their own healthy aging as well.” With the induction of the 10th anniversary class, more than 150 California Senior Leaders have been honored and many continue to work their own communities, as well as together in the state Capitol, to work for change. In doing so, Senior Leaders like Myrla Raymundo are helping change our perception and expectations “retirement” and later life. “Give it to a busy person and it will get done,” is how Raymundo sums up her life-long community service.

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Birth

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Obituaries

James “Jim” Owen Regina M. Frick

RESIDENT OF FREMONT October 10, 1961 - February 13, 2012

RESIDENT OF FREMONT October 10, 1930 - February 24, 2012

Brian L. O’Neil

Virgie A. Smith

RESIDENT OF FREMONT February 7, 1944 - February 18, 2012

RESIDENT OF FREMONT November 22, 1913 - February 24, 2012

Eugenio Zertuche

Munawer Sultana

RESIDENT OF UNION CITY August 14, 1936 - February 23, 2012

RESIDENT OF FREMONT April 15, 1962 - February 24, 2012

John W. Keegan

Eleanor E. Jardine

RESIDENT OF CAMINO February 19, 1938 - February 28, 2012

RESIDENT OF CASTRO VALLEY April 25, 1925 - February 24, 2012

Eileen L. Thomas

Alarakhi K. Patel

RESIDENT OF FREMONT January 23, 1946 - February 29, 2012

RESIDENT OF REDWOOD CITY April 15, 1937 - February 26, 2012

Antonio L. Zendejas

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.

Please contact TCV at (510) 494-1999 or email tricityvoice@aol.com for submissions or further information. Free listings are limited to residents and families of the Greater Tri-City Area.

Andras D. Loshoncy

RESIDENT OF UNION CITY June 13, 1905 - February 29, 2012

RESIDENT OF FREMONT April 26, 1929 – February 25, 2012

Danny L. Santellano

Frank P. Haas

RESIDENT OF NEWARK August 15, 1955-March 1, 2012

RESIDENT OF FREMONT August 17, 1942 – February 27, 2012

Wilfredo C. Campo

John R. Austin

RESIDENT OF NEWARK August 28, 1942 - March 2, 2012

RESIDENT OF FREMONT March 21,1922 – February 28, 2012

Norma H. Ervin

Alvine M. Arakaki

RESIDENT OF FREMONT October 19, 1931-March 3, 2012

RESIDENT OF FREMONT September 16, 1946 – March 1, 2012

Maria E. Neves

Edna Gamba

RESIDENT OF FREMONT December 4, 1936-March 3, 2012

RESIDENT OF FREMONT February 22, 1915 – March 4, 2012

Lorraine L. Greene RESIDENT OF FREMONT December 23, 1936 - March 4, 2012

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Obituary

Accepting applications for 2012-2013 School Year

Antonio Zendejas

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June 13, 1905 - March 2012

St. John the Baptist School in Milpitas is currently accepting applications for the 2012-2013 school year for students from Pre-K through Grade 8. Consider providing a good, quality Catholic education for your child and take the first step by calling (408) 262-8110 for more information or to schedule a campus tour. Download applications by visiting the school’s website at www.sjbs.org. St. John’s is located at 360 S. Abel Street, Milpitas.

Born on June 13, 1905 in Villa Jiménez, Michoacán, MX. On February 14, 1925 he married the love of his life, Otilia Tapia Luna. Soon after they immigrated to the United States, crossing the border at El Paso, TX where a mistake at the border changed Cendejas to Zendejas. He worked several jobs as the family moved across the country, eventually residing in Union City. He enjoyed watching boxing on TV, playing cards (Sequence), and his passion was gardening. His secret to longevity was hard work, spending time with family and friends, laughing often, and eating chili with every meal. In June of 2011 he celebrated his 106th birthday at a Casino Night themed party held in his honor. Among his guests were family from California, Washington, Texas, and Michigan. He is survived by 6 children: Connie, Delia, Nef (Genara), Tony (Sara), Lala (Vicente), and Romie

California High-Speed Rail Authority elects chairman Dan Richard takes helm of CHSRA Board SUBMITTED BY CALIFORNIA HIGH-SPEED RAIL

(Gene); as well as 20 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren, and 13 great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 6, from 5-8pm with a vigil at 6:30pm at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 703 C Street, Union City, CA 94587. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 7, 10am at Our Lady of the Rosary. Burial will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Hayward.

At its regularly scheduled board meeting ON February 3, 2012, the California High-Speed Rail Authority elected Dan Richard as chairman to succeed Thomas Umberg who resigned the position in January 2012 and will remain on the board as an active member. “I’d like to thank the board for its vote of confidence. I’m committed to the high-speed rail in California,” Richard said. “This critical infrastructure project will help California meet transportation needs for a growing population and mean a better and brighter future for the entire state. It will also create much needed new construction jobs and business opportunities. I’d also like to thank Tom Umberg for his leadership and dedication to this project.” Richard, of Piedmont, has been a principal of Dan Richard Advisors since 2010. He was managing partner and co-founder of Heritage Oak Capital Partners, an infrastructure finance firm, from 2007 to 2009 and was senior vice president of public policy and governmental relations at Pacific Gas and Electric Company from 1997 to 2006.

He was an elected member of the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) from 1992 to 2004, where he served twice as Board president. At BART, Richard led efforts to secure $4 billion in capital for system rehabilitation projects, the transit system’s expansion to the San Francisco Airport and seismic retrofit programs. Richard was a principal at Morse, Richard, Weisenmiller & Associates from 1986 to 1996, a firm serving the independent power industry and project finance lending community. He was vice president of Independent Power Corporation from 1983 to 1986. He served as Governor Brown’s deputy legal affairs secretary from 1982 to 1983 and deputy assistant for science and technology from 1978 to 1979 and was advisor to the chairman of the California Energy Commission from 1978 to 1982. Richard began his career at National Aeronautics and Space Administration, where he was an assistant to the deputy associate administrator from 1972 to 1978. He received his Juris Doctor degree from McGeorge School of Law. For more information about California’s High-Speed Train Project, visit www.cahighspeedrail.ca.gov

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have loved to have had this then.” The Sports Center offers a myriad of activities and classes to the public, including a full state-of-the-art fitness center, aerobics room,12,000 square foot gymnasium, open gym time for basketball, volleyball, table tennis, badminton, and family fitness programs, as well as locker rooms and child care center. The facility is also available for private rentals every Saturday. So get your exercise on and come out to the run! Adult registration with T-shirt is $25 for Sports Center members, $30 for Union City residents, and $35 for non-residents; without T-shirt $15 for members, $20 for residents, and $25 for non-residents. Youth registration with T-shirt is $20 for members, $25 for residents, and $30 for non-residents; without T-shirt $10 for members, $15 for residents, and $20 for non-residents. For more information call (510) 675-5808.

BY CHINMAI RAMAN Grab your friends and get ready for Union City Sports Center’s Anniversary 5K/10K Fun Run & Walk. The event is held yearly in March to celebrate the anniversary of the opening of the Union City Sports Center. The run celebrates its fifth year on Sunday, March 11, and the weather will hopefully be sunny, so come on out and enjoy the run. Participants can pick up registration forms at the Union City Sports Center, 31224 Union City Boulevard, find them online at www.union-city.ca.us/leisure/sports.center.htm, or sign up on the day of the event. The run will start at 9:30 a.m. at City Hall and proceed through the Alameda Creek Trail, a trail that the run has been using for the past three years. The event will feature 5K and 10K divisions, as well as a Stroller and Pet Walking division, so bring the baby and your dog along as well! With the route map online at the Sports Center website, you can view the course, or even run it prior to the event. “It’s a beautiful little run,” says Sports Center Recreation Coordinator Maynard Estrellado of the Alameda Creek Trail. “The run promotes health and fitness,” he says. And for those competitive runners out there (or for those who ran the event last year), the running times of the 2011 runners are available to compare yourself against online. The iMapMyRun app is also available for runners who want to track their progress. The Sports Center has been a welcome addition to Union City, and will feature an open house on the weekend of the run, offering free opportunities for people to workout and check out all the facility has to offer. “I grew up here,” says Estrellado, “and I would

Union City Sports Center’s Anniversary 5K/10K Fun Run & Walk Saturday, March 11 Check-in: 8 a.m. Start: 9:30 a.m. Union City Civic Center (City Hall) 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City (510) 675-5808 http://www.union-city.ca.us/leisure/sports.center.htm Price: $10 - $35 Sports Center Member/ UC Residents/ Non-Residents Youths: $20/ $25/ $30 | w/ shirt Youths: $10/ $15/ $20 | w/o shirt 20 | w/o s

SUBMITTED BY DIANE DANIEL The recently developed Cal State East Bay Arts Events Sponsorship Program has its first major gift of $2,500 from Gary and Ann Roads of Livermore in support of the Music Department’s 13th Annual Night of Jazz at Yoshi’s, to be held March 12 at Yoshi’s Jazz Club in Oakland.

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love, and plenty of fun as the Art Association of the East Bay, Inc. (AAEB) kicks off their spring 2012 art show, “Dedicated to You.” This evening of music and wine accompanied by a collection of art pieces by over 12 local artists should not be missed! Among a handful of fresh and talented artists that will be featured in this show is well-known Bay Area photographer, Felipe Vazquez, also known as NewarkCalifaz, who beautifully captures the Chicano/a culture through his photos. In addition, accomplished artist and academic administrator for the Masters of Fine Arts at the Academy of Art in San Francisco, Leanne Elrod Rodriguez will be showcasing some of her art. We will also see the latest art from artist Lilia Reynoso, who currently has a piece displayed on BART promoting healthy communities. The opening night is Saturday, March 10 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. at the Sun Gallery in Hayward. The exhibit will be running from March10 through April 7. This is a free event,

including live music and wine (with purchase of ticket) for those 21 and over. The funds from this show will be used to further the Art Association of the East Bay’s mission to advance creative abilities in all aspects of the “arts”- to continue to support and develop art activities and upcoming artists within our communities, and to eventually establish a permanent regional art center. The Art Association of the East Bay, a public benefit nonprofit, has been promoting and supporting art within the East Bay for the past eight years. We have done this by giving scholarships to high school students pursuing a future in art, working with local high schools to display their art publicly, and making art accessible to youth coming specifically from underrepresented communities, through community/school murals and a youth photography program. Jesus Cruz, one of the organizers of this show, describes “Dedicated to You” as, “A very unique event and it is the perfect marriage of art and music. The ‘oldies’ genre has remained popular throughout the years because of all the timeless classics released in the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s. Dedicated to You, will stimulate your audio and visual senses and make you feel nostalgic whether or not you grew up in that era.” This show is guaranteed to cast a spell on you. For more information contact: lilia@artassociationeastbay.com. Dedicated to You March 10 – April 7 Wednesday – Saturday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Opening Night: March 10 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sun Gallery 1015 "E" Street, Hayward lilia@artassociationeastbay.com

Their son, Matt, earned a B.A. in music at CSUEB last spring. The gift is a direct response to the level of teaching and educational experiences Matt had during two years at CSUEB. “Our decision to contribute to the program was born from our witnessing through Matt CSUEB's commitment to music, and most importantly, to the students. If the arts are to survive, it will take that level of professionalism from teaching institutions to inspire students to not just get through the program to receive their degree, but to also mentor them, helping them to reach their full potential,” said Gary Roads. They were particularly impressed that this level of attention to teaching came at a time of severe budget cuts to all areas of the university. “We think the Yoshi's show is an excellent venue to showcase the level of talent that comes from CSUEB's programs. We know that when Matt and his friends played there they were in awe at being able to play on the same stage as musicians they admire,” said the elder Roads. Matt is currently teaching bass, drums and guitar at two music schools, one in Hayward and one in Livermore. He also performs with several local bands playing music ranging from jazz to Latin/jazz, reggae/rock, and modern punk. He’s also applying to graduate schools through the guidance of mentor Johannes Wallmann, CSUEB assistant professor of music and director of jazz studies. “The arts at CSUEB enhance the campus and the community with outstanding performances, plays, and exhibits,” said Kathleen Rountree, interim dean of the College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences. “In a time of increasingly tight resources, individual financial support is imperative to help underwrite production costs, so that performers and audiences are able to enjoy the beauty and communicative power of the arts. I am delighted that the Arts Sponsorship program is off to such a strong start,” said Rountree. The Arts Events Sponsorship Program was created in fall 2011 to support art, music, and theatre and dance programs. Depending on the size of the gift, sponsors can be recognized on the department web site, in promotional materials, in the event program, in on-site signage, at a student and faculty reception, with a guided backstage or exhibition tour, and with free tickets to the sponsored event. Information on the Arts Events Sponsorship Fund is available at http://www20.csueastbay.edu/class/files/docs/sam/artssponsorships-final.pdf.

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SUBMITTED BY SACHIE JOHNS The Fremont Art Association is pleased to present a fine workshop with guest artist, Lynn Slade in early March. The artist will cover the following topics: Valuable Values—interesting value shapes in a painting are more important to the success of the painting than the color itself. Seeing these abstract values in your subject matter is one of the first and most difficult things for an artist to understand. Learn about the power of these valuable values, how to find them in our subject matter and connect them with transitional passages. In addition, learn the concept of 80/20 in a composition, how to find and make a focal point stand out and direct the viewer’s eye to it. Understanding these design concepts can help take your paintings to the next level. The workshop will also explore collage techniques using a variety of rice papers and help you create a dramatic finished work by combining color and texture. The popular and innovative Slade has received numerous awards and her works have been published in books and art magazines. Her work can be viewed at Gallery 10 in Sutter Creek, CA. To learn more about the artist, visit: www.Isladeart.com. Space is limited—please register early! Bring basic watercolor supplies. For details and to register, contact, Simone Archer, sarcher239@aol.com or call (510) 676-3938. Three-day Watercolor Collage Workshop Friday - Sunday, Mar 9-11 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Fremont Art Centre 37697 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 702-0905 www.FremontArtAssociation.org Fee: $225

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