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here is good news for BART passengers eagerly awaiting construction of a Warm Springs/South Fremont (WSX) station: the project is well under way. Although the extension is not expected to open until late 2015, construction of the grade separation under Stevenson Boulevard and tunnel under Lake Elizabeth is almost complete.

“We’re about 93 percent physically complete there now,” WSX project manager Paul Medved said to the Fremont city council.

“The last of the subway sections was [finished] about a week and a half ago, and now it’s down to just the ventilation structures and the transition structures and then putting the park back together.” continued on page 9

BY M. J. LAIRD PHOTO COURTESY OF HAYWARD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY Frank Goulart, a local attorney with a background in performing arts, will lead the second of three Hayward Summer History Walks on Saturday, July 28, focusing this time on the Hayward Hotel, anchor during the City’s heyday as a resort destination.

Built by the city’s founder, William Hayward, the hotel offered more than 100 rooms with dining, billiards, and bowling, attracting visitors from San Francisco and Oakland seeking to bask in Hayward’s Mediterranean-like weather.

Hayward, a Massachusetts boot maker who traveled around Cape Horn to San Francisco for fortune in the California gold fields, became the first American to live in the Hayward area owned by Guillermo Castro. He arrived after gold mining attempts failed and squatted on Castro’s land, ultimately buying 115-2/3 acres for $4,048.33 1/3, setting up shop at what became A and Main Streets, a main thoroughfare with a stagecoach stop. The hotel later became the area’s post office. When the hotel burned in 1923, the City immediately purchased its first fire engine. continued on page 6

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alm scenery, a relaxing and an historic ride through Niles Canyon will be paired with a selection of wines and cheeses picked specifically to delight. Could there be a better way to spend a couple of hours on a Sunday afternoon?

Beginning at the end of the month, Livermore Valley Winery, along with Niles Canyon Railway, will be popping the cork on their ninth summer of Wine Tasting Specials every other Sunday July 29 through September 9. Guests will not only taste local wines from the Livermore Valley, but also enjoy a carefree ride through Niles Canyon. Five wines will be offered, handpicked by Wine Educator Steve Ferree, a certified wine professional with the Society of Wine Educators, who holds certificates from the Culinary Institutes of America and the Wine and Spirits Education trust. He has chosen three red wines and two white wines, each paired with a specific cheese or hors d’oeuvre for a culinary tour de force.

Livermore Valley is one of the state’s oldest wine regions and has played an important role, shaping California’s wine industry since the first wine grapes were planted by Spanish continued on page 15

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he Washington Hospital Healthcare System’s Washington Women’s Center has been designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology (ACR). This designation is given only to those Breast Imaging Centers that have demonstrated high quality in all areas of breast imaging.

“We are very pleased that the ACR has recognized the excellent work of our Women’s Center,” WHHS Chief Executive Officer Nancy Farber said.

As a Center of Excellence, the Women’s Center is now accredited in stereotactic breast biopsy, breast ultrasound and ultrasound-guided breast biopsy. The Center had to pass stringent requirements to earn this important designation. Since it opened in 2007, the Women’s Center has been accredited by the ACR in mammography and by the American College of Surgeons’ National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers.

“Achieving the ACR Center of Excellence designation demonstrates our ongoing commitment to providing the highest quality of services for our patients,” Farber added. “We are pleased that our rigorous quality standards and commitment to excellent patient care has led to our Women’s Center being recognized as a leader in breast imaging technologies and services.”

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The Women’s Center offers a broad range of breast diagnostic services, according to Laura Constantine, RN, coordinator of the Women’s Center.

“The Center’s breast health navigators guide patients through all types of medical procedures, from required biopsies to surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. The

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Breast Tumor Board of specialists meets every other week to review each patient’s case,”said Constantine.

“The Center staff arranges breast care conferences with the breast cancer team for patients and their families and friends. This allows patients and their families to discuss their treatment plan options with all the physicians involved in their care. And, the Center offers a variety of support groups as well as referrals to the Lymphedema Program and to services offered by the HERS Breast Cancer Foundation that is located in our facility,” Constantine added.

Clayton Sharpe, Washington Hospital’s Director of Medical Imaging, said that earning the ACR designation required the Washington Women’s Center to meet more rigorous standards for image quality, personnel qualifications, facility equipment, quality control procedures and quality assurance programs.

“We voluntarily met all of these standards in addition to those required by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and by the ACR to be an accredited Breast Imaging Center of Excellence. This is an added stamp of approval that assures our patients of an extra level of quality,” noted Sharpe.

Women’s Center ultrasound technologists are certified by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography and mammography technologists are certified by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists and the California Registry of Radiological Technologists.

Additional information about the diagnostic programs, health screenings and education classes offered at the Washington Women’s Center may be obtained online at www.whhs.com/womenscenter or by calling (510) 608-1301. The Washington Women’s Center is located at 2500 Mowry Avenue, Suite 150 (in Washington West) in Fremont.

Hospital physicians, technologists, radiologists and physicists all played an important role in receiving the Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology (ACR).

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

Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting July 11, 2012 Show Times: Tuesday, July 24 (8 a.m. & 8 p.m.)

Wednesday, July 25 (2 a.m. & 2 p.m.)

Thursday, July 26 (8 a.m. & 8 p.m.)

Friday, July 27(2 a.m. & 2 p.m.)

Saturday, July 28 (6 a.m. & 6 p.m.)

Sunday, July 29 (6 a.m. & 6 p.m.)

Monday July 30 (2 a.m. & 2 p.m.)

Inside Washington Hospital: Pediatric Care Show Times:Wednesday, July 25 ( 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.)

This program takes an inside look at Washington Hospital’s Pediatric Hospitalist program and showcases the board-certified pediatricians that provide high quality care for children 24 hours a day.

Wound Care Update Show Times: Saturday, July 28 (2 a.m. & 2 p.m.)

Do you have a wound that won’t heal? Learn about the most common causes of chronic wounds and some of the advanced treatment options that are available at the Washington Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine, which offers state-of-the-art wound care.

What You Should Know About Carbs and Food Labels Show Times:Thursday, July 26 (11 a.m. & 11 p.m.)

A Washington Hospital registered dietitian provides an overview of how to read food labels and how people with diabetes need to carefully watch their carbohydrate intake and eat right for better health.

Men’s Health Expo 2011 Show Times: Sunday, July 29 (12 a.m. & 12 p.m.)

A panel of Washington Hospital physicians discuss prostate health, erectile dysfunction, good nutrition and other leading health concerns for men. Learn how regular screenings can be an important first step toward better health.

Treatment Options for Knee Problems Show Times: Friday, July 27 (10:30 a.m. & 10:30 p.m.)

Learn about leading edge knee replacement treatment options from two of Washington Hospital’s top orthopedic surgeons. This show highlights the causes of knee pain and the keys to determining the most effective courses of treatment.

Voices InHealth:The Greatest Gift of All Show Times: Monday, July 30 (6 a.m. & 6 p.m.)

Would you give your right arm to save the life of your best friend?

How about your left kidney? This program takes a special look at organ transplant surgery through the eyes of two close friends.

Watch InHealth on Your Tablet or Smartphone!

Visit Us On Facebook & Twitter

Don’t forget that you can now watch InHealth Channel television shows and other Washington Hospital videos at any time from your mobile device or tablet computer. Visit www.whhs.com or www.inhealth.tv to downstream InHealth programs 24/7.

You can now stay connected to Washington Hospital on Facebook and Twitter. Browse our calendar of upcoming events, seminars and other happenings taking place at your community hospital.

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Washington Hospital Infusion Center Offers Immunotherapy to Prevent Reoccurrence

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ladder cancer is not one of the cancers you hear about very often. Most cases are caught in the early stages, when bladder cancer is highly treatable. The five-year survival rate for stage-one bladder cancer is nearly 90 percent, according to the American Cancer Society. But the disease does have a high recurrence rate, meaning that ongoing treatment is often needed.

The bladder is a balloon-shaped organ in the pelvic area that stores urine. Bladder cancer usually begins in the cells that line the inside of the bladder.

An estimated 73,510 people in the U.S. will develop bladder cancer this year, according to the American Cancer Society, and more than 14,000 will die from the disease. Men are much more likely to develop bladder cancer than women, although the number of cases seems to be rising in women, according to Dr. Mark Saleh, a local urologist and member of the Washington Hospital medical staff.

“Bladder cancer is most often detected in a routine urinalysis,” he said. “Smoking is the biggest risk factor. The same chemicals in the smoke that cause lung cancer get absorbed into the bloodstream and end up in the bladder. Excessive alcohol use can also contribute to bladder cancer.”

Saleh said another major risk factor is exposure to industrial chemicals. Just like with tobacco smoke, the kidneys play a major role in filtering harmful chemicals from the bloodstream and moving them into the bladder, he explained. Chemicals linked to bladder cancer include arsenic and those used to manufacture dyes, rubber, leather, textiles, and paint products.

The most common type of bladder cancer is transitional cell carcinoma. Transitional cells line the inside of the bladder and ex-

Summer is a great time to enjoy fresh, healthy eating. The Tri-City area has a number of farmers' markets that offer an array of fruits and vegetables, and the warm weather makes grilling easy.

"We don't always think about grilling fruits and vegetables, but it's a great way to prepare them," said Maggie Villagomez, a registered dietitian at Washington Hospital. "They are so easy to grill. You can toss vegetables with a little bit of olive oil and salt and pepper.

Grilled fruits and vegetables are a great way to add some color and flavor to your summertime meals. Grilling brings out the flavor."

Farmers' markets are an excellent place to find fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. Corn, eggplant, summer squash and bell peppers are all in season and perfect for grilling. Except for the corn, which can go right on the grill, the vegetables should be cut into pieces about a half-inch thick.

"You can put them directly on the grill or in a basket that goes on top of the grill," she said. "Baskets are also good for fragile proteins like fish. That way it won't fall through the slats on the grill."

Grilled vegetables make a delicious side dish for grilled meats. To keep it healthier, Villagomez recommends eating a larger portion of vegetables than protein and grilling fish and lean meats such as chicken.

"If you do grill red meat, try to choose leaner cuts or trim off the excess fat before cooking," she said. "That helps reduce your saturated fat intake, and it also helps to reduce the fat that drips on the coals."

According to Villagomez, cancer-causing mutagens can form on the meat as the result of cooking over high heat and flare-ups that happen when fat drips on the coals. Mutagens can also form on fish, chicken and pork.

"Marinade that has an acid base like vinegar or orange juice tends to protect the meat," she said. "Add some fresh herbs and you can create a delicious marinade."

Dr. Mark Saleh, a local urologist and member of the Washington Hospital medical staff, devises treatment plans for bladder cancer that are designed to get rid of the cancer and prevent recurrence.

pand when the bladder is full and contract when it is empty. Squamous cell carcinoma happens in response to infection and irritation. This type is rare in the U.S. With early stage bladder cancer, the cancer sits on the surface of the bladder lining and treatment can often be managed by a urologist like Saleh. The cancer invades the bladder wall and muscle in later stages, making it more difficult to treat.

Once it has moved beyond the lining, cancer cells may enter the bloodstream and lymph system, allowing the cancer to spread to other parts of the body.

Even when detected in the early stages, bladder cancer is likely to reoccur, according to Saleh. For that reason, treatment plans are designed not only to get rid of the cancer, but also to prevent it from coming back.

When marinating meats, always keep them in the refrigerator to prevent harmful bacteria from growing, and never add uncooked marinade to cooked meat or poultry, she added.

For dessert, think about serving one of the many fruits that are in season this time of year like melons, berries and stone fruits such as peaches and nectarines.

"Summer fruits are delicious and readily available," Villagomez said. "The Pacific Coast Farmers' Market Association has a website (www.pcfma.com) that lists the local farmers' markets, and includes a chart of what's in season and recipes.

There are a number of delicious dessert recipes using seasonal fruits that could be a nice treat on a warm summer night."

Dr.Vandana Sharma, a medical oncologist and member of the Washington Hospital medical staff, says it is important for people to have a comfortable setting where all their care can be coordinated, such as the Sandy Amos, R.N. Infusion Center at Washington Hospital. For more details about the Sandy Amos, R.N. Infusion Center, visit www.whhs.com/infusioncenter.

Treatment Options In the early stages, bladder cancer can be treated by removing it from the lining of the bladder. A small camera, called a cystoscope, is passed into the bladder, allowing direct visualization and treatment of the cancer using laser or electric current, Saleh explained.

He said sometimes surgery is performed to remove the portion of the bladder that contains the cancer cells. For invasive bladder cancer, the entire bladder may be removed and alternative ways to hold and expel urine may need to be surgically created.

“Chemotherapy and immunotherapy are commonly used to treat bladder cancer and keep it from reoccurring,” said Dr.

Vandana Sharma, a medical oncologist and member of the Washington Hospital medical staff. “The Sandy Amos, R.N. Infusion Center at Washington Hospital offers our patients a state-of-the-art facility where they can receive these treatments in a comfortable setting.”

If the cancer hasn’t invaded the bladder wall, the chemotherapy drugs can be put directly into the bladder through the urethra, she said. For invasive bladder cancer, the drugs must be injected into the bloodstream so they can reach cancer cells that have moved beyond the bladder.

“We have seen a lot of success preventing reoccurrences with immunotherapy, and it has much fewer side-effects than chemotherapy,” Saleh said. “With immunotherapy, we use the body’s own immune system to fight the cancer. A small amount of live, weakened bacteria is introduced into the bladder, which stimulates the immune system.”

To keep the cancer at bay, these treatments need to continue long after the cancer is gone, according to Sharma. She said that is why it is so important for people to have a comfortable setting where all their care can be coordinated by their physician and oncologist with the help of nurse navigators.

“The nurse navigators at the Infusion Center are invaluable,” Sharma said.

“They guide patients through their cancer treatments, coordinate appointments and care, and make sure patients get what they need.”

For information about cancer prevention and treatment services available at Washington Hospital, visit www.whhs.com. For more details about the Sandy Amos, R.N. Infusion Center, visit www.whhs.com/infusioncenter.

Maggie Villagomez, a registered dietitian at Washington Hospital, advises taking advantage of the variety of fresh produce available in the summer to make healthy and delicious meals.

July is National Blueberry Month Blueberries are so tasty and nutritious, they deserve their own month! In July 1999, the U.S. Department of Agriculture decided that the blueberry was worthy of having its own month of celebration, and July seemed like the perfect choice because that is when they are at the height of their harvest.

"The nutritional value of blueberries cannot be beat by any other fruit or vegetable," says Villagomez. "Blueberries are

full of antioxidants, which have been scientifically proven to help reduce the risk of certain cancers and heart disease. They are also excellent sources of vitamins A and C, as well as potassium, folic acid, and fiber."

All month long, Washington Hospital's Food and Nutrition Services is displaying the blueberry in its best light, offering many different breakfast, lunch/dinner, dessert and drink options (all healthy!) that will remind us why this blue fruit is so majestic.

Summer Recipe: Roasted Turkey Sandwich with Blueberry Chutney To make chutney: 4 cups frozen or fresh blueberries 1 can (16 ounces) whole berry cranberry sauce ¼ cup sugar 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1-½ teaspoons grated orange peel 1 teaspoon ground ginger ¼ to ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper In a medium non-reactive saucepan combine blueberries, cranberry sauce, sugar, balsamic vinegar, orange peel, ginger, and red and black peppers Bring to a boil Boil uncovered, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened, 15 to 20 minutes Pour into clean jars Cover and refrigerate up to 3 weeks, or place in canning jars and process according to manufacturer’s directions, or place in covered plastic containers and freeze To assemble sandwich: French baguette: 1 loaf Light Mayonnaise: ½ cup Dijon mustard: ¼ cup

Tarragon, chopped: 2 tablespoons Kosher salt: ½ teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground: ¼ teaspoon Bibb leaf lettuce, cleaned: 1 each Blueberry chutney: 1 cup Asiago cheese, grated: ¼ cup Turkey breast, baked and sliced: 12 ounces Tomato, sliced: 1 each Cut the bread in half lengthwise and place on a work surface, cut sides up Mix the mayonnaise with the mustard, tarragon, salt, and pepper Spread the mayonnaise on both sides of the bread to taste Cover mayo with lettuce leaves then spread with blueberry chutney Top with a little of the grated cheese and arrange the sliced turkey evenly over the cheese and top with the sliced tomato Place the top piece of bread over the lettuce, pressing down to adhere Slice crosswise on the bias into equal portions, arrange on plates, and serve Number of servings (yield): 4 Nutritional Analysis: 356 calories, 10 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 39 mg cholesterol, 632 mg sodium, 39 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 28 g protein.

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$3 billion settlement with GlaxoSmithKline to resolve fraud allegations SUBMITTED BY THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL Attorney General Kamala D. Harris, joined by other attorneys general and the U.S. government, has announced a $3 billion settlement with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) to resolve allegations the company engaged in various illegal schemes related to the marketing and pricing of drugs it manufactures.

The action is the largest healthcare fraud settlement in history. California will receive more than $46M, the largest share among the states under the settlement. The $3 billion settlement includes $2 billion in damages and civil penalties to compensate state and federal healthcare programs, including California’s Medi-Cal program, for harm allegedly suffered as a result of the illegal conduct. In addition, GSK has agreed to plead guilty to federal criminal charges related to drug labeling and FDA reporting and pay a $1 billion criminal fine.

“California consumers have the right to expect their health and well-being - and not profit - drives decisions about their care,” said Harris. “This settlement protects consumers and ends unscrupulous marketing practices, kickbacks and illegal labeling of prescription drugs.”

California, along with 44 other states and the federal government, alleged that GSK engaged in a pattern of unlawfully marketing certain drugs for uses for which they were not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA); making false representations regarding the safety and efficacy of certain drugs; offering kickbacks to medical professionals; and underpaying rebates owed to government programs for various drugs paid for by Medicaid and other federally-funded healthcare programs.

Specifically, the government alleged that GSK engaged in the following activities: 1) Marketing the depression drug Paxil for off-label uses, such as use by children and adolescents; 2) Marketing the depression drug Wellbutrin for off-label uses, such as for weight loss and treatment of sexual dysfunction, and at higher-than-approved dosages; 3) Marketing the asthma drug Advair for off-label uses, including first-line use for asthma; 4) Marketing the seizure medication Lamictal for off-label uses, including bipolar depression, neuropathic pain, and various other psychiatric conditions; 5) Marketing the nausea drug Zofran for off-label uses, including pregnancy-related nausea; 6) Making false representations regarding the safety and efficacy of Paxil, Wellbutrin, Advair, Lamictal, Zofran, and the diabetes drug Avandia; 7) Offering kickbacks, including entertainment, cash, travel, and meals, to healthcare professionals to induce them to promote and prescribe Paxil, Wellbutrin, Advair, Lamictan, Zofran, the migraine drug Imitrex, the irritable bowel syndrome drug Lotronex, the asthma drug Flovent, and the shingles and herpes drug Valtrex; and, 8) Submitting incorrect pricing data for various drugs, thereby underpaying rebates owed to Medicaid and other federal healthcare programs.

As part of the settlement, GSK has also agreed to plead guilty to criminal charges that it violated the federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (“FDCA”) in connection with certain activities. The government alleges that GSK introduced Wellbutrin and Paxil into inter-state commerce when the drugs were misbranded, meaning containing labels that were not in accordance with their FDA approvals, and that GSK failed to report certain clinical data regarding Avandia to the FDA.

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During the two-hour walk, Goulart, who has lived in Hayward since age seven, will incorporate city history in his talk; William Hayward’s life is inseparable from his namesake.

Several renovations transformed the hotel during its 71-year history from its beginning in 1852 as a 28foot by 30-foot building to its status as the major hotel and establishment of the area.

Hayward Area Historical Society has conducted history walks for more than a decade, attracting a range of attendees from the historically inquisitive to those with strong Hayward roots. On a recent Hayward Union High School tour led by Goulart, 50 people walked with him, many school graduates and attendees whose stories enriched and deepened the sense of its history.

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“I appreciate most hearing the stories from people who have contributions to make on history walks. Their stories are priceless in helping get a complete sense of history,” says Goulart.

On a Hayward Hotel walk a few years back, Goulart recalls showing a Civil War picture of Union Calvary mustering at the Hayward Hotel. The picture riled a man claiming to be a direct descendant of General Robert E. Lee, leader of the Confederacy. In his tirade, the man blamed California gold for financing the war. Goulart plans to include the same picture this time, among others.

When Banning Fenton led history walks in the 1990s, Goulart and his wife renovated the Linekin House, a historic site in downtown Hayward; Fenton ended his walk at the site.

Goulart recounted with pride their efforts to create a functional office building for his legal practice and his wife’s counseling practice that honored history.

When Fenton, due to ill health, was unable to conduct a

tour in 2004, Fenton asked Goulart to step in; he has continued ever since. Some day, Goulart says, his passion for local history coupled with the knowledge he has acquired may lead to a book or two. In the meantime, he will continue to conduct the tours. The third outing will be Saturday, August 25, and focus on the theory of Native American burials in the Downtown area.

The Summer History Walk begins at 10 a.m. - free Hayward Area Historical Society members - costs $5 for adults and $3 for seniors. Participants are encouraged to bring water and sunscreen and wear walking shoes.

For more information, contact the Hayward Area Historical Society at (510) 581-0223 or online at http://www.haywardareahistory.org/events/.

Summer History Walk Saturday, July 28 10 a.m.

Hayward Area Historical Society 22380 Foothill Blvd., Hayward (510) 581-0223 www.haywardareahistory.org Adults: $5; seniors: $3 Free for HAHS members

REALgirl® class turns girls into leaders

BY MAUREEN GARRETT

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he first Bay Area REALgirl® camp just wrapped up in Union City and eight girls, ages from 9 to 13, learned about empowerment, independence, and inner-strength. This weeklong class covered a multitude of topics that girls face every day such as how to meet challenges, overcome percieved obstacles, respond to bullying, feel comfortable with puberty, and develop critical thinking skills in

order to filter media images and the unrealistic standards and shallow values promoted by the media. Empasis was placed on the importance of education, developing independence, and developing the strength and pride to define themselves.

These amazing girls entered the class on Monday, a bit shy and unsure of themselves; they emerged on Friday with the ability to speak to the group with confidence about what they can each accomplish by being a leader instead of a follower; enthusiastic about pursuing their goals and dreams through education.

REALgirl® does not merely lecture but instead, teaches through a variety of techniques such as art, dance, self-defense, meditation, and theater play.

Some of the art projects included making a Vision

Board of their goals and Body Maps to appreciate their own body, embracing their own unique shape and size. After learning about women who were leaders and fighters - strong women in history who changed the world against all odds - the girls created a warrior mask, representing their own fierceness, reminding them of their own inner reservoir of strength. Sophia B., a particularly dynamic 13-yearold, said it was great to hear and share positive comments about her classmates because usually people just want to point out negatives.

The girls left camp with new perspectives and embraced greater possiblities for their own life, such as Kaitlyn who said she could do anything she set her mind to and would now like to become a pediatrician. Sophia M. said she had learned that men don’t have to be at the head of the table and in a position of power all the time, but that she can have a valid claim to that spot for herself. Alejandra said it didn’t matter what she did in her future and realized she didn’t need to rely on someone else to support her - she is capable of supporting herself.

REALgirl®, the brainchild of life coach Anea Bogue, CLC, B.Ed, M.A., has become a whirlwind success in the Los Angeles area, receiving accolades from the girls and their parents. One parent, a senior manager at Disney said, “I can’t believe the change in my daughter since she took this class.

Thank you.” Kimberly Gibbons, MA, is the California Regional Manager and Lead Instructor for REALgirl® in the Bay Area. Based on the reaction of these girls, demand for these classes will be great.

For more information look on the web at www.aneabogue.com/realgirl.

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Auto Review

Toyota Prius C: does ‘C’ stand for cute or cheap?

BY STEVE SCHAEFER The Toyota Prius, the world's most successful hybrid, is now a family of four models. Not only is there the "regular" Prius, subtitled the Liftback, but there's the Prius V, a larger wagon style model and an electric plug-in version of the Liftback. It's the first Prius you can charge, delivering up to 13 miles of completely fuel-free motoring.

Filling out the Prius roster is the new Prius C. It brings gas/electric power to the masses, slotting in below the Liftback in both size and price. Its 1.5-liter engine is smaller than the other Prii’s 1.8 liter, but the principle is the same - a gas engine part of the time supplemented by an electric motor for maximum fuel economy. As with other Prii, you find yourself using gas on the freeway, but often battery power alone on surface streets.

The car shuts off at traffic lights.

It averages 50 miles per gallon per the EPA - 53 in town and 46 on the highway. I achieved 47.3 mpg - still about as good as it gets short of a pure electric. The EPA Green Vehicle Guide awards the Prius C an 8 for Air Pollution and a perfect 10 for Greenhouse Gas, putting it in the SmartWay Elite category, a high distinction. The only thing cleaner is a soapbox derby car.

Numerous screens on the dash provide a wealth of information about your fuel economy in charts, graphs and lists. Just push the buttons on the steering wheel and it's all before you. See average speed, drive time, cruising range, outside temperature, and things only a Prius could offer, such as percent of the time the car runs on pure electricity.

There’s even something called the Eco Score, which is based on a perfect score of 100. I scored in the high 60’s.

There's the same flow diagram that’s been a part of Prius dashboards since the beginning, but it’s reduced in scale. It graphically represents where the energy to run the car is coming from—the gas engine, electric motor or the battery—or any combination. You can see when the battery is being charged. It’s so fascinating that you have to be careful not to lose your focus on the road ahead. As in other Prii, you can learn to drive more efficiently by paying attention to the numbers.

The thing is, despite its fuel-saving mission, this car is nice to live with on a day-today basis. Inside, surfaces have the multiple textures that other Prii have. It used to be that all plastic in cars tried to replicate leather or pigskin. Now, it could be rice paper or a kind of wavy line pattern. It's light gray and charcoal here, with some fanciful rolling gridwork that makes the surfaces pulse organically. A blue trim line tones in with the blue plastic motif on the floor shift lever of the automatic - the same plastic insert as found on the big Prii.

The car is about 19 inches shorter than a Liftback, and I know because I parked next

to one - but it doesn't feel shortchanged inside. There is real rear seat room for a fullsized person back there, and adequate headroom, too.

The Prius C comes in four levels. Level one gets a surprisingly high level of standard fare, including full climate control, a multiinformation display and AM/FM/CD with Bluetooth. Level two throws in cruise control, split rear seats and a rear cargo cover.

Level three adds a smart key - a real upscale feeling item - and upgrades the screen interface. My level three test car came in Habanero - a friendly and comment-inducing shade of orange. Want alloy wheels? That's level four - with artificial leather covered heated front seats.

Prices start at $19,710 - including shipping - for the level one. The level four tops out, without any options, at $23,990. So, it gives you lots of choices before you even touch the Liftback, which starts at $24,760.

With 1.5 liters of engine putting out just 73 horsepower, and a combined horsepower rating of 99, including the electric motor, performance is not exciting. With just me in the car, it was a competent hauler on streets and freeways - quiet and smooth. And with nearly 50 miles per gallon, it's cheap to run.

This is a cheerful, easy-to-like little car.

The small dash screen greets you with a cute Prius C image zooming by and says goodbye when you turn it off. It should make the Prius an even stronger brand - and make it a purchase option for young, first-time buyers.

The Toyota Prius is now the third-topselling nameplate in the world, after the Toyota Camry and the Ford Focus. Being a family of cars certainly helps.

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.

Public Health Alert: Gold Plum Candy SUBMITTED BY ANITA GORE, CA DEPT OF PUBLIC HEALTH Dr. Ron Chapman, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and state health officer, issued a consumer warning July 20, 2012, not to eat Gold Plum candy imported from Taiwan. Tests conducted by CDPH found the products contained levels of lead that exceed the state’s standards. Consumers in possession of the candy should discard it immediately.

Recent analysis of this candy by CDPH determined that Gold Plum candy contained as much as 0.29 parts per million (ppm) of lead. California considers candies with lead levels in excess of 0.10 ppm to be contaminated.

Gold Plum candy is sold in a 6-ounce package that has black, gold, green and orange stripes at the top and bottom. In the top right corner there is an image of a small girl with a white face and brown hair, wearing an orange outfit. The name ‘Gold Plum Candy’ appears in the lower left corner. The individually wrapped candy has various

Asian characters on the wrapping.

Gold Plum candy is imported and distributed by Roxy Trading Inc., Pomona, CA, which has initiated a voluntary recall after being notified of the test results by CDPH. CDPH is currently working with the distributor to ensure that the contaminated candies are removed from the market place.

Pregnant women and parents of children who may have eaten this candy should consult their physician or health care provider to determine if medical testing is needed. Additional product information is available on the CDPH website: www.cdph.ca.gov Consumers who find this candy for sale should call the CDPH Complaint Hotline at 1800-4953232. For more information about lead poisoning, contact your county childhood lead poisoning prevention program or public health department. Additional information is available on the CDPH Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention page, and the new Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Lead and Lead-Contaminated Products at www.cdph.ca.gov.

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Fremont Police Log July 13 Fremont Police responded to Eden Court at 10:45 a.m. for a report of a residential burglary. The burglary occurred between the hours of 6:30 p.m. on July 12, 2012 and 10:45 a.m. on July 13, 2012. The suspect(s) gained entry by removing a screen from an unlocked bathroom window. Loss reported as tools, cash/coins and laptops. During the neighborhood check, Officer Ceniceros learned that a black male, approximately 13-years-old, with short hair, wearing all blue was seen carrying a blue NIKE duffle bag in the neighborhood. The juvenile was knocking on doors around 8:30 p.m. the night of the 12th.

Window smash auto burglary at Charter Square Lucky’s with a purse stolen.

An attempted residential burglary occurred on Shattuck Avenue. Between between July 8, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. and and July 9, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. an unknown suspect(s) removed several screens from the windows. It is unknown if the suspect(s) gained entry. No items were stolen. The residence was recently purchased and no valuable items were moved into the residence.

Between 6:30 p.m. on July 10, 2012 and 2:50 p.m. on July 13, 2012, unknown suspects entered a residence on Bowling Green Common. Entry was forced by tugging/yanking the rear slider handle. Homeowners report that nothing appeared to be missing at the time of the report.

At approximately 4:45 p.m. Fremont Police responded to a residential burglary that occurred on Summer Holly Common. The burglary occurred between 11:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Entry was made by removing a screen to an unlocked window. The residence was ransacked and the loss was jewelry and small electronics. Possible suspect described as a Hispanic adult male with short dark hair, wearing a white t-shit and driving a white compact hatchback style vehicle.

At 8:16 p.m. Fremont Police responded to a residential burglary on Bidwell Drive. The burglary occurred between 7:15 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Suspect(s) removed a window screen and used a pry tool to defeat the lock. Unknown loss at the time of report.

At 9:10 p.m. Officer Hanrahan investigated a theft that occurred at the Irvington (Washington Blvd.)

Safeway. An adult female was arrested for stealing groceries.

At 11:30 p.m. Fremont Police were notified by Hayward Police that an earlier assault had occurred at the El Camino Bar in Niles. The Victim claims he was assaulted earlier that evening. Victim apparently left the bar after the assault and took a taxi to Hayward where he flaged down an officer. Officer C. Tang learned he had minor injuries and the victim is extremely intoxicated. Investigation is ongoing.

July 14 Fremont Police responded to an auto burglary on Bardolph Circle.

Victim reports that unknown suspect(s) broke into their vehicle and also tried to break into the garage. An expensive camera was stolen from the vehicle parked in the driveway. Case investigated by CSO Aguirre.

At approximately 9:05 a.m. a witness called to report that a young child had fallen out of a window at the Waterstone Apartments located at Bidewell/Fremont Blvd. Officer Gaziano arrived to investigate. A 3year-old girl was on a bed in her parents’ room on the second floor when she leaned against the screen that covered the open window. The screen didn’t hold, and she tumbled out the window right in front of her parents, landing on the concrete below. Incredibly, she was fine! As a precautionary measure she was transported to Children’s Hospital for monitoring. Officers followed up with the hospital later in the afternoon. The hospital reported that she sustained nothing more than some bumps and bruises.

At 5:18 p.m. Union City PD asked for assistance during a high risk stop. During the car stop, the passenger in the car fled on foot and a perimeter was set. K9 Handler Officer Lambert and Dax along with additional units assisted. The suspect was located in a business and refused to comply. He was apprehended by K9 Dax. At 8:59 p.m., officers responded to the 4200 block of Central Avenue on a report of a shooting that just occurred. Officers arrived and found that no shooting had taken place.

Three males in the parking lot were approached by two suspects. A short conversation about where they were from started and one suspect held a gun to the forehead of the victim.

After a moment, the suspects left the area on foot. Suspects were two Hispanic males described as possible

Newark Police Log SUBMITTED BY NEWARK PD July 14 Eugene Williamson of Stockton thought it would be a good idea to park his motorcycle in the middle of Ash Street Park and teach his girlfriend to shoot a BB gun replica of a Beretta handgun. Officer Kimbrough happened to be doing a security check in the park at 8:16 p.m. when he noticed Williamson holding what he thought was a handgun. Both subjects were ordered onto the ground at gunpoint and detained without incident.

Williamson was ultimately cited for multiple municipal code violations and his motorcycle was towed for a registration violation.

July 16 Officer Taylor responded to a residence on Sunrose Avenue at 9:58 p.m. to investigate an assault with a deadly weapon. Rodolfo Soto of Newark was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon and robbery after it was determined that he had struck the victim in the back with a six foot long metal pole after demanding money from him.

Multiple NPD units provided traffic and crowd control for about two hours at 10:03 p.m. while ALCO Fire Department extinguished a two alarm apartment fire located at 37393 Cherry Street.

July 17 Officer Katz investigated a reported iden-

gang members.

At 6:00 p.m., officers were dispatched to Pueblo Terrace to investigate an armed robbery. Victim was robbed at gunpoint of her purse by two black adult males in their early twenties.

Victim was pistol whipped and a digital camera was taken in the parking lot of the Waterstone Appartments (Bidwell/Fremont Blvd.) by two black male suspects in their twenties. The victim, a 64-year-old adult male from Fremont, was transported to a local hospital for minor injuries. Possibly the same suspect(s) from the previous incident.

At 10:05 p.m. a strong-arm robbery was reported near 24 Hour Fitness at Gateway Plaza. The victim said his wallet was stolen and he was chasing the suspects through the Kaiser Hospital lot. Suspects were described as a black male adult and Hispanic male adult wearing dark clothing and hoodies with the hoods up. Several citizens reported seeing the suspects running W/B towards Fremont/Bidwell/Stevenson/Leslie, however the search was negative.

Officers responded to Mockingbird Way at approximately 4:14 a.m.

The victim was home asleep at 4:13 a.m. when she heard voices and someone opened the door to her bedroom. She yelled. The suspect fled.

Suspect(s) gained entry by removing the window screen and prying open the window. No description and no loss reported.

Between the hours of 3:58 a.m. and 5:30 a.m. Stereo Town was burglarized. The store van was broken into and stereo equipment was stolen. Suspect(s) then attempted to gain entry into the building.

July 15 At 4:01 p.m. Fremont Police responded to an auto burglary that occurred at on Grau Drive. The suspect gained entry into the vehicle after smashing the vehicle window. The suspect fled on a motorcycle.

At 7:00 p.m. Fremont Police took a phone report of a garage burglary that occurred on Lake Mead Drive.

The victim reported that the burglary occurred sometime between midnight and 7:30 a.m. on July 14, 2012. Suspect(s) entered unlocked garage and removed items.

Two suspects forced entry into a building on the 6500 block of Kaiser Drive using a crowbar.

Fremont Police responded to a residential burglary on Parkside Drive that occurred between 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Investigated by Officer Sanchez.

tity theft at 7:06 p.m. regarding unknown suspect(s) using the victim’s debit card in an attempt to purchase over $1000 worth of music related merchandise on the internet. The transaction was not successfully completed.

July 18 Officers investigated a residential burglary in the 37700 block of Manzanita Street at 8:02 p.m. The method of entry was unknown and the loss at the time of report was a laptop and television.

Officers investigated a report of two individuals burglarizing vehicles at 4:10 a.m. in the 5300 block of Ashbourne Court. With the assistance of an alert citizen, officers surrounded a home under construction on Ashbourne Court where the duo was last seen entering the rear yard. Maikel Mursuli of Fremont and Nicole Rogers of Fremont were seen by officers prowling in the rear yard of the residence under construction. Both were arrested for prowling and tampering with vehicles.

July 19 Officers investigated a residential burglary at 2:01 p.m. in the 35500 block of Garrone Place. Entry was made via the side garage door.

Officers investigated a residential burglary in the 6200 block of Noel Avenue at 2:53 p.m. Entry was made through a rear bathroom window. The loss was a digital camera and jewelry.

Officers investigated a strong-arm robbery at 9:16 p.m. that occurred at Home Depot on Thornton Avenue.

Upon arrival, Officers learned that the meeting between the victim/suspect was the result of a Craigslist ad where the victim listed a cellular phone for sale. Both parties agreed to meet at Home Depot to complete the sale. The suspect met with the victim, pushed her and then grabbed the phone. The suspect was last seen running across the parking lot toward Mountain Mikes Pizza. The suspect was described as a Black Male Adult, approximately 20-25 years old, shoulder length hair in braids, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and gray or blue pants.

Officers investigated a residential burglary at 1:08 a.m. that occurred on Peachtree Avenue. The resident reported the alarm system had been activated. Investigation revealed the suspect made entry into the residence through an open kitchen window. Due to the alarm sounding, the suspect fled the scene without taking any property.

Any person with any information concerning these incidents can contact the non-emergency line at 510-5784237. Information can also be left anonymously on the “silent witness” hotline at 510-578-4000, extension 500.

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The area around Lake Elizabeth has been the site of constant construction work for many months, but the area is almost fully restored, according to Medved. Soon, mechanical, electrical and plumbing work will be complete and park restoration finalized.

Foundation work at the Warm Springs/South Fremont station site, near Warm Springs and South Grimmer Boulevards will begin soon.

BART personnel unveiled the WSX architectural plan at the July 17 Fremont City Council meeting. The new design showcases a dual-entrance station with easy access directly from a bus transit center through a plaza to a large rotunda at the station’s main entrance. “We are looking at using color concrete on the [plaza] floor. It bounces more light and it’s easy to maintain,” Warm Springs Constructors architect of record Anko Chen said. “It creates kind of an open space for the general public.”

Inside the station, a high ceiling made out of wood panels will reflect light and give out a warm glow. “The station has a simple, modern design,” Chen said. “It’s a timeless piece of architecture and it’s quite iconic.”

The station will boast a glass elevator. BART director Thomas Blalock said, “[With a] glass cab, anyone can see who’s in there and what they’re doing. We think that’s a huge major protection.”

Internationally recognized Artist Catherine Widgery of Cambridge, MA has been chosen to create the artwork for the Warm Springs station. Her environmental designs contain aspects of natural settings using patterns, textures or the play of wind and light.

The new station will reflect its natural setting and emphasize Warm Springs as a distinctive place in the BART system.

An artistic 360 degree glass etched view of the sky features morning, mid-day, afternoon and evening images around the main entrance rotunda. Images of local subjects will grace the station as well. “The objective was to select something that was truly place-making [and] unique… it will look completely different from any other BART station,” said Molly McArthur, Manager of Community Relations for Capital Projects. “It’s going to be quite a spectacular piece of work.”

BART is also working to improve communications with patrons, both wireless and on monitors inside the station. “What we’re really trying to do is make it easy for patrons to know whether the train is on time or what the schedules are, whether they are on the way to the station or at the station. You don’t have to wait until you get there to figure out whether you need to hurry up and get your train or not,” McArthur said. “[We’re] trying to serve people better with that kind of communication.”

Currently, BART is working on a standard for solar panel electric vehicle charging in the parking lot. In the future, electric car owners will be able to charge their cars in the BART parking lot. “We’ll have the infrastructure in place now that will make it very undisruptive to put in when they’re available,” Medved said. BART will hold a public celebration this fall when the tunnel under Lake Elizabeth is completed.

BART Police Log SUBMITTED BY OFFICER JENKINS, BART PD Fremont Station July 13 10:57 p.m.

A woman advised the station agent that her 2003 Escape DBL had been burglarized in the lot today.

The victim left the station prior to the investigating officer’s arrival. The officer subsequently reached the victim by telephone. The burglary had occurred between 1:45 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. The rear-passenger door win-

Union City Police Log SUBMITTED BY UNION CITY PD July 14 At about 4:20 p.m., an officer spotted subjects getting into a vehicle in the area of the 4200 block of Marsten Avenue. This vehicle was connected to a homicide in the City of San Francisco that occurred on July 13. Additional subjects also got into an additional vehicle and they all drove away. The officer requested additional police assistance and made a high risk stop of both vehicles. A subject in the front vehicle fled on foot while the officers were ordering everyone out of the vehicles. Officers established a perimeter around the neighborhood; and with the assistance of other police agencies captured the subject when a police K-9 located the subject hiding in a yard.

San Francisco PD officers responded and took over the investigation, which resulted in two subjects being arrested for homicide.

Officers investigated four auto burglaries in the Union Landing Shopping center near the Century 25 Theaters.

dow had been broken. There was no loss of property from the vehicle.

July 15 7:31 p.m.

A woman reported that her Mercury Mountaineer had been burglarized today in the north lot, stall #35, between 11:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. The rear driver’s side window had been broken. A gym bag had been opened and the interior of the vehicle had been ransacked, but there was no apparent property loss.

July 15 At about 2:31 p.m., officers responded to a residence on the 4400 block of Pinewood Court to investigate an assault. Arriving officers met with the victim who stated that he had been involved in a verbal conflict with a former neighbor in the area of Dyer Street and Alvarado Niles Road. During the argument, the suspect struck him with a rock, causing him to lose consciousness. The victim’s friend came to his assistance and the suspect fled in his vehicle. The victim’s friend drove him home and called the police to report this incident. The victim was taken to a local hospital for treatment. The suspect later responded to the police department and gave a different account of events. This case was sent to the District Attorney’s office for review.

July 15 Two black male juveniles riding bicycles within the Skylark apartment’s complex located at 34655 Skylark Drive robbed a female wearing jewelry at 2:44 p.m. The suspects got off their bicycles and battered the victim in order to rob her. One of the suspects left his bicycle behind when he fled the scene on foot.

At about 7:05 p.m., a dark green Chevy Silverado rammed another vehicle over a case of apparent road rage. This caused the victim vehicle

to collide into the center median and uproot several newly planted small palm trees in the area of Mission Boulevard and Whipple Road. The suspect fled the scene, but not before the victim obtained a license plate.

The victim was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment for non-life threatening injuries. This case is being follow-up on by the investigations unit.

A resident living on the 33000 block of 6th Street came home after 11:00 pm to find that someone had entered and burglarized their residence via an unlocked bathroom window.

July 18 An officer on routine patrol in the area of Alvarado Niles Road and Nidus Court heard a loud crash. The officer was waived down by the victim of a hit and run accident that pointed out the suspect vehicle leaving the area. The officer made an enforcement stop of the vehicle on Decoto Road near Perry Road. Through the course of the officer’s investigation, he learned that the suspect driver had collided into two parked vehicles, fled the area and was intoxicated while driving a vehicle without a California driver’s license. The driver was arrested and transported to jail after being medically cleared at a local hospital.

Union City resident arrested for auto/pedestrian collision

Neighborhood Watch groups

SUBMITTED BY JOHN FLYNN, FREMONT PD

Neighbors on Sheridan Court & Nelson Court have joined together to help make their community a safer place to live.

Neighbors on Chapman Drive have joined together to help make their community a safer place to live.

All Neighborhood Watch groups are created in coordination with the Newark Police Department. If you would like to start a Neighborhood Watch in your area please contact:

Fremont Police were dispatched to an auto-pedestrian collision at the intersection of Peralta and Fremont Boulevards on July 18, 2012 at 10:55 a.m. The investigation revealed the following: Joseph Ansari of Union City was driving his 2000 Nissan Maxima. He and another driver became involved in a “Road Rage” incident near the intersection of Peralta Boulevard and Mowry Avenue. The two cars drove westbound on Peralta Blvd. at a high rate of speed and as the other driver slowed down near the intersection of Peralta Boulevard and Parish Avenue, Ansari continued westbound at a high rate of speed. Ansari lost control of his vehicle as he tried to negotiate a curve in the roadway.

At that time, a 43-year-old woman and her infant daughter (in a stroller) and her 3-year-old son were standing on the northeast corner sidewalk waiting to cross the street. Ansari’s car impacted the north curb, severed a signal light pole and struck the woman and her infant daughter; the 3-year-old boy was not injured in the collision.

Ansari received minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The mother and child were treated at a local trauma centers for non life-threatening injuries. Resulting from witness statements, physical evidence and interviews, Ansari was arrested for Reckless Driving Causing Bodily Injury. Ansari was booked into Santa Rita Jail.

Anyone who witnessed the collision and did not talk to police are asked to call the Fremont Police Traffic Unit at 510-790-6760.

Tim Jones Newark Police Dept.

(510) 578-4209 tim.jones@newark.org It’s time to stand up to crime.

Together we can make a difference!

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his summer I am embarking on a re-decorating project of my own. Since my daughter has moved to a small apartment closer to school, her room here is ready and waiting for some changes. Several years ago, I wrote an article about decorating her room when she went from a little girl to a pre-teen. Wow, how time has flown! Since her pre-teen years, she made many decorating decisions for herself, creating a room that was all her. Gradually the dolls and American Girl books were phased out, in exchange for hundreds of photos of friends, sentimental mementos, and hand-made artistic touches. She even asked me for decorating advice a time or two, which made my day. Don’t all moms feel great when their teenage children ask their advice?

It has been enjoyable to experience the transformation of my little girl into the strong, independent young woman she is today.

When she left the house, she took her bed with her, along with many of her favorite items, leaving the room sparse and plain.

My plan is to make the room nice for her when she comes home to visit us. I will incorporate many of the personal items she left behind—since she is not exactly completely on her own yet, I certainly don’t want her to

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feel like I am eliminating her from the house. My re-decorating plans call for a new paint colors, a refinished wood floor, and a new bed with new linens, along with a new arrangement of existing decorative items and artwork.

Her walls will be painted the palest shade of blue; my design intent is to make the room feel fresh and light, like a day at the beach. The harmonious color scheme of blue and green, reminiscent of sand and sea, will be soothing and restful. Blue and green are my daughter’s favorite colors, so I know I have her blessing. Her ceiling will be painted a slightly darker blue, and the crown molding, baseboards and door will be refreshed with a coat of bright white. Her worn carpeting will be removed, exposing the hardwood floor underneath. The floor will then be refinished in a clear coat, which will match the other wood floors in our house.

This will add to that fresh and light feeling I am going for.

I purchased bed linens in white, pale blue and pale green; I love to mix and match bed linens, using different colors for the fitted sheet, top sheet and pillow cases. And, in my opinion, no bed is complete without a variety of throw pillows, even if they do end up on the floor at night. (Just ask my husband—we

Suspicious letter sent to Union City Police CMDR KELLY MUSGROVE, UNION CITY PD On July 20, 2012, at 2 p.m., Union City Police Department was notified by the Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD) to be on the lookout for a suspicious letter addressed to the police department.

The ACFD advised letters were sent to the cities of Hayward, San Leandro, and Berkeley and in one case a letter was opened, which contained a powdery substance.

It was determined that the Union City Police Department received a letter, which matched the description provided and as such, the ACFD was notified. The letter remained sealed and the ACFD Hazardous Materials Unit responded to the police department. There was no need for an evacuation and, as a precaution, the front entrance to the police department was cordoned off for about an hour.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the U.S. Postal Inspector are now investigating this matter.

Anyone with information concerning this incident should contact Union City Police Department at 510- 13 471-1365.

Anonymous tips regarding this incident can be made by calling 510-675-5207 or emailed to Tips@union-city.org.

have 8 pillows on our bed!) The new quilt has very subtle, wavy stripes of light blue, white and green. Finishing touches will include many of my daughter’s photos and colorful art pieces. As a designer, I am good at visualizing, and can already see the room completed. I am confident this room will become a respite for my daughter when she comes home to be with us. I enjoy seeing her so much; I hope she makes coming home a habit.

Anna Jacoby of Anna Jacoby Interiors is a local interior designer. Send your design questions to her at info@annajacobyinteriors.com Call or fax her at 510-490-0379 or visit www.annajacobyinteriors.com

Suspicious vehicles SUBMITTED BY FREMONT PD Residential Burglaries continue to be a problem and many are preventable.

Any of the following scenarios could be a suspicious vehicle: - A parked vehicle, which is not known to the area (whether occupied or not).

- - An unknown vehicle parked in front of or in your neighbor’s driveway when they are at work or on vacation.

- - A vehicle driving around your neighborhood, or just hanging around for no apparent reason.

- Most people drive into a neighborhood because they have a legitimate reason or destination and people who are legitimately visiting in your neighborhood will be able to justify why they are there.

We ask that you continue to be alert for suspicious people and vehicles in your neighborhood. Report suspicious activity, as it occurs, to the Fremont Police Department at (510) 7906800 and select option 3. If you believe you are witnessing a crime in progress, dial 9-1-1.

Who is watching your neighborhood?

SUBMITTED BY MIA BRADWAY WINTER As a community with easy access to major freeways and close proximity to the high tech industry, Milpitas residents enjoy the benefits of a small-town environment and shorter commutes than many in the San Francisco Bay Area. Despite living in a small city, busy lifestyles and diverse cultures often make it difficult to become acquainted with neighbors. This could be the difference between having, or not having, another set of watchful eyes for your property.

There has been an increase in residential burglaries since May 2012; would-be thieves are not necessarily from Milpitas but opportunists from surrounding areas.

"With National Night Out, August 9, 2012, just around the corner, residents who take a stance by pulling together to safeguard their properties are sending a clear message to would-be thieves that you're watching them," said Chief Dennis Graham, Milpitas Police Department.

During the month of July 2012, the Community Advisory Commission, in partnership with Milpitas Police Department’s Community Relations Unit, is encouraging residents to form Neighborhood Watch Programs on their streets to take a stand against crime in preparation for National Night Out. According to Mia Bradway Winter, Vice Chair, City of Milpitas Community Advisory Commission (CAC), the CAC Commissioners are assuming a leadership role by initiating new programs on their own streets.

"I believe the Neighborhood Watch signs on light poles and house windows are an effective way of showing a program is in force and neighbors won't hesitate to call the police," stated Winter.

Here are a few simple strategies to keep your home and family safe and secure: Did you know most home burglaries occur during the day? Did you know padlocked gates make it harder for people to enter and exit your backyard with items in tow? Did you know if you see someone parked in a car, motor running, nervously casing the neighborhood, it is OK to call 911?

Anyone interested in starting a Neighborhood Watch Program, or who would like more information about the August 9, 2012 National Night Out event, should contact Officer Qureshi at (408) 5862529/wqureshi@ci.milpitas.ca.gov or Sgt. Kevin Corvin at (408) 5862527/kcorvin@ci.milpitas.ca.gov.

To learn more about the CAC and what it is doing to help the community, the public is welcome to attend its meetings at 7 p.m., on the first Wednesday of each month (except July) at Milpitas City Hall or visit www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov/government/commissions/community.asp

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Transportation Forum: Best Value for Public Funds SUBMITTED BY TESS LENGYEL The Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) is holding a public forum on Thursday, July 26, 2012 from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at City Hall, 34009 AlvaradoNiles Road, Union City. The forum, "Best Value for Public Funds," includes an open house and formal presentations on the following projects and programs that are expanding access and improving mobility throughout southern Alameda County: Safe Routes to Schools and BikeMobile, Tri-Cities Senior Mobility Programs, BART Extension to Warm Springs and Irvington Station, Union City Intermodal Station, Dumbarton Rail Corridor, I680 Express Lanes and details about the new Transportation Expenditure Plan that will be on the November 6, 2012 ballot in Alameda County.

"Together these projects and programs represent the tremendous success of the current Measure B, the half-cent sales tax for transportation, which was approved by 81.5 percent of Alameda County voters in 2000," said Alameda CTC Chair and Union City Mayor Mark Green. "Alameda CTC has delivered 95 percent of projects approved by voters in half the time planned and all of our residents, from students and commuters to business owners and seniors, experience the benefits daily."

SUBMITTED BY BRANDI CHILDRESS In November 2000, Santa Clara County voters approved Measure A, a 30-year halfcent sales tax dedicated to enhancing the county’s public transit system. The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is responsible for delivery of that promise by investing the sales tax revenue collected since April 2006.

The Measure A Citizens Watchdog Committee (CWC) provides the public with an update on project progress over the life of the tax which is set to expire in April 2036. The CWC has completed its review of Fiscal Year 2011 (July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011) expenditures, evaluated the results of an independent audit of Measure A financial records and conducted a public hearing in May 2012 to gather input from the community. After thorough review and careful consideration of all information and input received, it is the conclusion of the CWC that, for FY 2011, 2000 Measure A tax dollars were spent in accordance with the intent of the measure.

Accomplishments include: acquisition of property and the relocation of utilities and

The forum will also include an update on the new Transportation Expenditure Plan (TEP) that builds on the success of the current sales tax. A sales tax measure in support of the multi-modal plan will come before voters on November 6, 2012 to extend and augment the sales tax by a half-cent for funding critical improvements to the county's transportation network over the next 30 years.

This event is one of a series of quarterly forums held by the Alameda CTC, highlighting the many transportation projects and programs in each area of Alameda County that are supported by the half-cent sales tax for transportation.

Immediately prior to the forum, from 5:306:30 p.m. at City Hall in Union City, the Alameda CTC Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) will hold its quarterly meeting which is also open to the public. The CAC is one of four community advisory committees that provide regular input to the Alameda CTC. For more information about the Alameda County Transportation Commission, visit www.AlamedaCTC.org.

Transportation Forum Thursday, July 26 6:30 p.m.

Union City City Hall 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City www.AlamedaCTC.org. freight railroad tracks to prepare the corridor for the BART Silicon Valley Extension Project; purchase of 70 low-floor light rail vehicles; implementation of VTA’s 522 Rapid Bus express service; construction of Caltrain Safety Enhancements at eight at-grade railroad crossings in Sunnyvale, Mountain View and Palo Alto; and the beginning of construction of the first phase of the Capitol Expressway Light Rail Project, which includes pedestrian improvements along Capitol Avenue.

“The Citizens Watchdog Committee commends VTA staff for their continued efforts to adopt innovative business models and practices while identifying additional funding sources to augment the sales receipts of Measure A in order to successfully move Measure A projects forward,” said CWC Chairperson Clinton W. Brownley.

The complete list of accomplishments in the first five years of the Measure A program and the CWC Annual Report is available for public review at www.vta.org. Additionally, printed copies of this report are available at libraries and other public buildings throughout the county and at the VTA Administration Offices located at 3331 North First Street, San Jose, in the Building B Lobby.

CWC members and VTA staff are available to meet with community and civic groups to provide information about the 2000 Measure A program, the CWC’s role and responsibilities, the Annual Report and findings and other VTA projects, programs and services by contacting VTA’s Speakers Bureau at (408) 321-5965.

Reduced work year for New Haven classified employees SUBMITTED BY RICK LA PLANTE Classified employees recently voted to approve a reduced work year and an additional one percent pay cut to help mitigate cuts forced on the New Haven Unified School District due to the ongoing state budget crisis.

Members of the California School Employees Association – which represents secretaries, custodians, bus drivers and other classified employees – voted 89-29 to approve the same adjustments to their existing contract that the New Haven Teachers Association and the New Haven Administrators Association approved in June.

“I am grateful to our classified employees for their willingness to make this sacrifice,” Superintendent Kari McVeigh said. “For the sake of our students, every employee in our District is giving up nine days’ pay in 2012-13, and taking the additional one percent pay cut, and I hope our community recognizes and appreciates these efforts.”

The agreements with NHTA, CSEA and NHAA

will enable the District to continue to offer middle school electives such as music and art and retain most of the elementary school specialists who teach science, music and physical education. About 25 percent of library services will be maintained at the secondary level, and two-thirds of the funding will be provided for stipends for after-school activities such as athletics, band and forensics.

The school year will remain at 175 days, the same as in 2011-12 but five days fewer than in previous years.

Teachers will give up four additional workdays: two days of preparation time at the beginning of the school year, a midyear grading day and one day at the end of the year. Classified employees and administrators also will give up the four additional workdays.

Chief Business Officer Akur Varadarajan emphasized that the District could be forced to make additional cuts to the budget if California voters reject Proposition 30, a temporary income and sales tax increase proposed

by Gov. Brown that will appear on the Nov. 6 ballot.

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Weight Watchers opens new store in Fremont SUBMITTED BY STEVE MARINUCCI Weight Watchers is unveiling a newly designed store in Fremont at 39152 Paseo Padre Parkway. People can stop in anytime to learn more about Weight Watchers, ask questions, purchase memberships, or simply shop for Weight Watchers products.

A special grand opening featuring prizes, samples, demonstrations, recipes and more will be held July 28 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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California parks director resigns amid scandal

CA drivers will be allowed to text, with restrictions

BY JUDY LIN ASSOCIATED PRESS SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP), The director of California's state parks resigned and a deputy was fired Friday after officials learned the department sat on nearly $54 million in surplus money for years while parks were threatened with closure over budget cuts.

Ruth Coleman, director of the state Department of Parks and Recreation, stepped down, and chief deputy Michael Harris was let go amid questions about the underreported funds that date back 12 years, according to Clark Blanchard, a spokesman for the secretary of the Natural Resources Agency, which oversees the parks department.

“This is in light of the fund balances that just in the last 48 hours have come to light,” Blanchard said Friday. “This money is obviously one-time money and we will be working with the Legislature to see how to best use it.”

The attorney general's office is investigating and state finance officials will conduct an audit, Blanchard said.

Coleman said she was unaware of the surplus but accepted responsibility for the accounting problem.

“I am personally appalled to learn that our documents were not accurate,” she wrote in her resignation letter released by the governor's office.

The shake-up comes at a time when state lawmakers and park advocates have been trying to find ways to keep most parks open despite ongoing budget cuts. Last month, park officials announced most of the 70 state parks once slated to close would remain open.

The Sacramento Bee first reported Coleman's resignation after inquiring about the possibility of a surplus. In addition, the newspaper reported Sunday about a secret vacation buyout program for employees at department headquarters that cost taxpayers more than $271,000.

State officials said the “hidden assets” that prompted the shake-up were found by new park fiscal staff while the attorney general's office was looking into the unauthorized vacation buyouts.

It's not clear why the accounts weren't properly reported.

A preliminary investigation shows the parks department underreported two funds as far back as 2000.

The state parks and recreation fund, which is generated from park fees and rentals, held $20.4 million more than was reported. The off-highway vehicle fund, which is generated from registering ATVs and similar types of vehicles, held $33.5 million more than reported.

Officials said Gov. Jerry Brown accepted Coleman's resignation and has appointed California Natural Resources Agency Undersecretary Janelle Beland as acting interim director of the department.

California operates 279 parks, which include famous beaches to redwood forests. The parks that were at risk of closure got a reprieve last month after the governor signed a bill allocating new funds for the beleaguered parks system for the next year.

The state has also reached agreements with nonprofits, local governments and others to keep 40 parks open at least for a few years.

AP WIRE SERVICE SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP), California drivers will be allowed to text when they're behind the wheel of a car, as long as they're using a hands-free device, and with some restrictions.

Under a bill signed into law by Gov. Jerry Brown on Friday, beginning Jan. 1, drivers will be able to send, dictate and listen to text messages, but only if they're using a voice-activated device attached to a cellphone by a headset or Bluetooth earpiece, or a program inside a vehicle, like OnStar.

AB 1536, sponsored by California Assemblyman Jeff Miller, R-Corona, will allow Californians to text behind the wheel for the first time since texting while driving was outlawed more than three years ago.

“There's all this brand-new technology coming out that people want to take advantage of and use, and under current law they are unable to do that,” Miller told the San Jose Mercury News (http://bit.ly/Lo4NGq).

But the San Jose Mercury News reports that (http://bit.ly/Lo4NGq ) there's some confusion over the new law, including which devices will be legal.

Aides at the assemblyman's office said it even with the new law, using Apple's voice-activated Siri would still be illegal, even when speaking a message directly into Siri.

The California Highway Patrol says drivers who simply turn on a cellphone, or select a phone's hands-free text app, can still be ticketed, resulting a $100-plus fine. The same thing goes for using your phone to read texts.

“The phone can't be in your hands,” said CHP spokeswoman Jaime Coffee. “Hands-free is the key.”

The law signed Friday comes after a 2006 bill, authored by California Sen. Joe Simitian, D-Palo Alto, made it illegal to talk on a hand-held cellphone while driving.

That law contributed to a reduction in the number of traffic deaths, according to a University of California, Berkeley study released in March.

The study by the university's Safe Transportation Research and Education Center examined deaths for two years before and two years after the cellphone ban took effect in July 2008.

It found that overall traffic deaths dropped 22 percent, while deaths blamed on drivers using hand-held cellphones were down 47 percent.

Deaths among drivers who use hands-free phones dropped at a similar rate.

“The most important thing to do when you're driving is to drive,” Coffee said. “It does take your attention away, whether it's hands free or not.”

California is one of 39 states that bans texting while driving, though it's unclear if any of the others allow hands-free texting.

Tribune Co. gets OK for bankruptcy-exit plan

BY RANDALL CHASE AP BUSINESS WRITER DOVER, Del. (AP),Tribune Co. has won court approval to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, more than four years after a leveraged buyout left the media company with unsustainable debt.

A federal bankruptcy judge in Delaware said Friday that he would approve the plan, which leaves Tribune in the hands of a new ownership group led by two hedge funds and JPMorgan Chase.

Tribune publishes several major newspapers in the U.S., including the Los Angeles Times, The Baltimore Sun and the Chicago Tribune. It also operates 23 television stations.

The company sought bankruptcy protection in 2008, less than a year after billionaire developer Sam Zell led a buyout that left it with $13 billion in debt.

The company must now seek federal permission to transfer its broadcast licenses to its new owners.

Digital dentistry at Fremont office Randawa Dental has announced the addition of the Cadent iTero™ Digital Impression System at their offices. Designed to replace the drawbacks and discomfort of traditional impression taking, this system uses a hand-held wand to optically scan the area to be restored; the entire impression is created digitally. Dr. Randhawa can be reached at (510) 471-1255.

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Travis Amsbaugh Memorial Bocce Ball Tournament SUBMITTED BY JIM UHLIK, VFW 9601

a brick paver at the Memorial.

“VFW and CVVM are still looking for donors to help pay for the Memorial,” stated Michael L. Emerson, the Memorial’s designer and Build Manager. “We need to establish a fund to ensure the Memorial is properly maintained and cared for once construction has finished.”

To donate and learn more about the Castro Valley Veterans’ Memorial, visit www.CVVM.info.

Approximately fifty people visited the Adobe Arts Center’s bocce ball courts for the second annual Travis Amsbaugh Memorial Bocce Ball Tournament on Saturday, July 7 to help raise funds for the Castro Valley Veterans Memorial (CVVM) currently under construction at Castro Valley Community Park to honor veterans and serving members of the nation's six branches of the armed services.

The Travis Amsbaugh Memorial Bocce Ball Tournament was established in memory of U.S. Marine Sgt. Travis M. Amsbaugh who was born and raised in Castro Valley and passed away in a car accident on September 1, 2011. His family has made a substantial donation to the CVVM as part of his legacy and in his memory. For more about Travis, visit http://tinyurl.com/8xylpbu and http://tinyurl.com/6up6f2c.

Donations are still needed for the CVVM - $200 will allow a veteran to put his/her name on one of the six Memorial service stones; $100 will allow Travis Amsbaugh Memorial Bocce Ball Tournament 2011, Adobe Arts Center, Castro Valley veterans, civilians and businesses to have

A feather in Fremont’s cap SUBMITTED BY KRISHNASWAMY NARASIMHAN, COMMUNITY AMBASSADOR America is a nation of immigrants. Fremont is one of the most ethnically and culturally diverse cities in the Bay-Area, with over 100 languages and dialects spoken among the communities here.

Among the ethnic immigrants, 18.1% are Asian Indians, 17.8% Chinese, 6.7% Filipinos, 2.5% Vietnamese, 2.3% Thai, 1.8% Korean, 1.3% Hmong, 1% Pakistanis, 0.8% Japanese & 0.6% Burmese (2010 United States Census). Even though many of these immigrants are well educated, senior immigrants sponsored by their wards are usually “fish out of water” and have difficulties acclimatizing to an alien environment.

Lack of mobility and language barriers add woes to their day-to-day life; they also wish to retain cultural identity. Diverse cultures pose a challenge to making them feel at home. The considerable impact of Fremont’s Human Services Department through the CAPS (Community Ambassador Program for Seniors) program is a “feather in the cap” of the City and in the lives of many these seniors.

In an attempt to reach this diverse group of citizens in need of a helping hand, the Human Services department developed a volunteer force from within a myriad of cultural communities to serve the seniors. The “CAPS” program was born with the assistance of the “Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.” which awarded a twoyear grant (2007-09) for the project. Community Ambassadors undergo 40 hours of training in a variety of areas including Social Security Benefits, Medi-Cal, Medi-Care, Cal-Fresh, housing, immigration, transportation and more to acquire the knowledge and confidence to help the seniors. As of July 2010, 138 Ambassadors from various communities have been trained.

Prior to the creation of CAPS, desperate seniors in need of services were often exploited; CAPS ambassadors offer a free alternative to this population. Even if the Ambassador is unable to solve a problem, they are trained to guide clients to appropriate resources such as the Senior Helpline of Aging and Family Services under the guidance of Asha Chandra (achandra@ci.fremont.ca.us).

The City of Fremont Human Services Department is the proud recipient of the 2010 American Society on Aging Network of Multicultural Aging (NOMA) Award for its Community Ambassador Program for Seniors (CAPS).

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Summer Theatre-Dance programs SUBMITTED BY DIANE DANIEL A two-part series of performances by Bay Area dance companies led off Cal State East Bay’s summertime Theatre and Dance department offerings; entertainment continues with William Shakespeare’s “As You Like It” and two student artist programs, all at the Studio Theatre on the Hayward campus.

Thao Nguyen, who likes to say that the secret to keeping your family happy is keeping your other family a secret, will present her solo story of conflict between what her parents want, her Queer friends want, and she wants, August 1 at 8 p.m.

Alumna Dawn Monique Williams will direct “As You Like It” August 10, 11, 17 and 18 at 8 p.m., and August 19 at 2 p.m. The Shakespeare classic deals with betrayal, cross-dressing, romance, and wrestling. The lean adaptation will be romantic and infused with dance.

A student artist series will complete the summer programs. Recital A at 4 p.m. August 22 will present performance art on the subject of sex, race, and body politics. Recital B, at noon August 29, will be an oral interpretation of articulating identity.

The price of “As You Like It” will be $15, $10, and $5, and admission for the student series will be $1 online, free at the door for CSUEB students, and $3 for all others. There will be limited seating for all of the summer performances.

Tickets may be purchased at csueastbaytickets.com. Tickets may also be reserved at tickets@csueastbay.edu (requires ticket purchase at the door 30 minutes before the show). Campus parking at $2 per hour is enforced 24/7.

More information is available at http://www20.csueastbay.edu/class/departments/theatre/performances.html or (510) 885-3118.

CSUEB welcomes persons with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please notify event sponsor in advance at (510) 885-3118, if accommodation is needed.

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missionaries in the 1760s. It was not until the 1840s however, that pioneers looking for better vineyard sites arrived and began planting grapes in the region. Robert Livermore was the first to plant commercial vines in the1840s, followed by C.H. Wente, James Concannon, and Charles Wetmore, who all founded wineries in the 1880s.

Guests will learn about the Niles Canyon rail line, part of the original Transcontinental Railway, when trains first steamed through in 1869 and additional information about Livermore Valley.

Special Wine Tasting trains have been running since 2003 with ridership growing each year. Attendees will receive a complimentary wine glass and serving tray as a memento. Event Manager Bob Bradley stated, “It’s a nice leisurely ride through the canyon. Guests can relax as they are waited on and served each of our pairings. We try to pair our last wine with a chocolate.” Riding on a train, drinking wine, and talking with fellow passengers sets an historic tone and atmosphere for the past to be remembered and re-lived. “Last year, 125 people came along for the ride,” says Bradley. “Having so many people come out feels good.”

Although the Niles Canyon Railway has both a diesel and steam engine, the diesel locomotive is used during these Sunday tours. “We find that it is just easier. It gives more focus on the guests as well as spreading the history of both Livermore Valley and the Niles Railway,” says Bradley.

The train departs from the Niles Depot promptly at 1:30 p.m. each Sunday so an early arrival is recommended; no pets or personal food or beverage are allowed. Although there is no parking fee at the station, guests have the option of parking in downtown Niles and riding a vintage bus to the station.

For more information, contact the Niles Canyon Railway at (510) 910-7024 or visit online at www.ncry.org.

Niles Canyon Railway/Livermore Valley Wine Tasting Special Sundays, July 29, August 12 and 26, September 9 1:30 p.m.

Niles Depot 37001 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 910-7024 www.ncry.org Cost: $37.50 per person

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Tri-City Stargazer JULY 24 – JULY 30, 2012 BY VIVIAN CAROL Aries (March 21-April 20): Your significant other may be acting like a horse's patootie right now, but you don't have to follow suit and play the same game. Neither of you is being served by sharp words and irritable behavior.

"Prove it if you love me," is a game left over from the cave people.

Leave it alone.

Taurus (April 21-May 20): Your love of luxury and pleasure in finding a bargain may cause you to spend money on an item of personal dress or for your home. Think carefully if it’s a splurge. Mercury is retrograde. Social and romantic life is favored this week. You may be mixing business and pleasure in a pleasant combination.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): This is an especially social week; your love and social life blossom. Activities related to education and short distance travels are favored. You may be reconnecting to siblings or other family members. It is a fine time to have a family reunion or to pursue a love affair.

Cancer (June 21-July 21): You have cause to feel proud of an accomplishment this week. Authority figures or others will be singing your praises. This is a good time to request favors of those who have a certain amount of power. The work environment is especially favorable now.

Libra (September 23-October 22): This is a wonderful week to travel. Any activities involving the internet, publishing, education, or your church are also favored. Your attitude is positive and draws interesting people toward you now. Romance and social life augurs well.

Leo (July 22-Aug 22): This is a really good period to travel. You may be given a lot of attention for an accomplishment in your career or life direction. You have nagging concerns related to an important decision. Don’t pressure yourself.

Let it rest until the right answer evolves.

Scorpio (October 23-November 21): Your vehicle or other means of transportation may interfere this week with your career. Prepare ahead by considering other options if the car is disabled. Circumstances may develop that pressure you to recognize where you stand on the power continuum in your relationships.

Virgo (August 23-September 22): Working behind the scenes or staying below the radar is your best option this week. You may have positive experiences that come as gifts from another. If you are in business, this might include referrals. Dealings with children and/or a lover may bring up issues of power.

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21): You may receive positive news related to legal matters, publishing, the internet, or education this week. However, before you celebrate, wait until the middle of August for a final result. Things may turn over between now and then. Traveling is favored.

Capricorn (December 22-January 19): Circumstances involving repayment of debt, insurance settlements, alimony, investments, or spouse’s income may be put on hold for a time this week. It will be a challenge to make anything happen in these areas. Give your attention to social and romantic life, which is working now.

Aquarius (January 20-February 18): This is a good time to discuss issues within a relationship because you are steady of mind and likely to be realistic, in relation to yourself as well as others. You intend to keep your promises. Once

the issues are settled, celebrate by doing something different or unusual.

Pisces (February 19-March 20): You are a kind-hearted soul. People are drawn toward your calm appearance and generous attitudes. During this period, one or more persons may tap you on the shoulder for financial help. This is likely someone whom you have helped previously. Take care of yourself in this situation.

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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SUBMITTED BY SHAWN FONG Walk This Way is a 16-week program for seniors (55 years of age and older) that integrates walking, flexibility, strength and balance exercises with fun games and educational topics.

Seniors participating in the Walk This Way program will: receive a free pedometer and walking logs; obtain

training on various exercises; learn about health, nutrition, and pedestrian safety; find out about local community resources and transportation services; and, get support from others to stay motivated and achieve their individual fitness goals.

Seniors who took part in last spring’s program commented on how much fun the classes were and how the program benefitted them. Many mentioned that the pro-

gram helped improve their overall physical fitness and mental acuity. Others said that that the program helped them avoid injuries, decrease their blood pressure and better manage their diabetes.

The Walk This Way program is FREE and open to seniors of all fitness levels. New Walk This Way program sessions will be starting up at the following locations: Newark Senior Center 7401 Enterprise Drive, Newark July 31 – Nov. 13 (Tuesdays): 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Union City Kennedy Center 1333 Decoto Rd., Union City Aug. 1 – Nov. 14 (Wednesdays): 10:30 - 12:00 a.m.

Centerville Presbyterian Church 4360 Central Ave., Fremont Aug. 3 – 11/16 (Fridays): 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Walk This Way is operated by the City of Fremont Human Services Department and classes are taught by fitness instructors from Generations Community Wellness, a non-profit organization. The program is funded by a generous grant from the Alameda County Transportation Commission.

To register for a Walk This Way program session, please contact Shawn Fong, City of Fremont Human Services Department, at (510) 574-2033 or sfong@fremont.gov.

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SUBMITTED BY DAVID ZEHNDER The City of Newark Recreation and Community Services Department is proud to announce the continuation of its 2012 Music at the Grove summer concert series July 29. All concerts are free to the public and will be held at

the Shirley Sisk Grove adjacent to NewPark Mall. Seating is “on the green” with low-back chairs and blankets allowed. Bring a picnic or pick up lunch at one of the many nearby restaurants. All concerts begin at 1:30 p.m. and conclude by 3 p.m.

Big Bang Beat started the series on Sunday, July 8 and The Fundamentals continue the good times on Sunday, July 29, followed by The Drifters on Sunday, August 12.

The Fundamentals present a highenergy stage show featuring two dynamic lead vocalists, two of the hottest horn players around, and a super tight four-piece rhythm section. This talented group of musicians has been performing their brand of “Red Hot Rockin? Soul” in Northern California for the last 15 years. From Michael Jackson, Earth Wind & Fire, and Beyonce to Journey and Bon Jovi, you can count on The Fundamentals

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hearing your favorite R&B, rock, pop, and soul tunes.

The legendary Drifters will rock ‘n’ roll you down memory lane with a style that just won’t quit. This group brings you back to the good old days with songs like “This Magic Moment,” “Up on the Roof,” “On Broadway,” “Save the last Dance for Me,” and of course “Under the Board Walk.” Their career spans more than 25 years, and with 10 top ten hits in 10 years, the impact of Drifters music has deepened with time. Inducted into the Rock and Roll hall of fame in 1998, no other group epitomizes the nostalgic trend as do Kelvin Boyd’s Drifters.

The hits of the group are timeless classics that belong to today as much as they did to yesterday.

For further information about the concert series, please contact David Zehnder at (510) 578-4405.

Music at the Grove Sundays: July 29; August 12 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Shirley Sisk Grove Cedar Blvd. at NewPark Mall (510) 578-4405 Free

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Do you like to write about interesting topics? Are you a whiz with words and like to share your thoughts with others? Can you find something fascinating about lots of things around you?

If so, maybe writing for the Tri-City Voice is in your future. We are looking for disciplined writers and reporters who will accept an assignment and weave an interesting and accurate story that readers will enjoy.

Applicants must be proficient in the English language (spelling and grammar) and possess the ability to work within deadlines.

If you are interested, submit a writing sample of at least 500 words along with a resume to tricityvoice@aol.com or fax to (510) 796-2462.

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Theatre Review

BY JULIE GRABOWSKI PHOTOS BY DAN SPARKS Broadway West dabbles in some double trouble with their presentation of the British farce “Run for Your Wife” by Ray Cooney.

John Smith is a London taxi driver who lives by a carefully orchestrated daily schedule in order to en-

Cyndi Lagodzinski and Jim Woodbury

sure domestic bliss. The code he has devised to back up his schedule has kept him in harmony with his wife Mary in Wimbledon. And with his wife Barbara in Streatham. But when John intervenes in a mugging and ends up at the hospital, his carefully

holding the stage and their characters with skill and confidence. Joel Butler and Spencer Stevenson round out the cast as determined detectives; Stevenson’s finest moments come in the whirlwind second act.

First time Broadway West director John Baldwin has put together a seamless production with a solid and compatible cast that is entertaining and interacts successfully. The set design is simple and efficient; one room serving as two flats, divided only by color scheme and decor, allowing an unrestrained flow between the actors and showing the tangled overlap of lives.

“Run for Your Wife” is a thoroughly amusing show that has it all: head wounds, cover stories, fake relationships, sexual inclinations, an invented child, pills, paint - your own life has never looked so simple!

Performances are held at 8 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays with three Sunday matinees at 1 p.m. on July 29, August 5, and 12. July 29 and August 5 matinees begin with a continental brunch at 12:15 p.m., and the August 12 performance will have refreshments during intermission. All refreshments are included in the ticket price.

Ticket prices are $23 general and $18 for students, seniors, and TBA members. Thursday, July 26, August 9 and 16 performances are $15 for everyone, with a bargain Thursday on August 2 when all tickets are just $10. Sunday brunch matinees and opening night are $23 for everyone.

Conrad Cady and Jim Woodbury

constructed world begins to crack. With police detectives asking questions, the press eager for photos and a story, and a good-intentioned neighbor muddying the waters, the threat of exposure and ruin is in every telephone call and knock at the door.

While the humor of the situation is apparent from the start, the story truly springs to life with the entrance of John and Mary’s upstairs neighbor Stanley Gardner, played by the excellent Conrad Cady.

Cady is vibrant, engaging, and hilarious throughout with some of the best lines in the play. He clearly gives this production its shine.

John Smith is a man described as “ordinary” and, at times, Jim Woodbury’s performance can be given the same adjective. Although he is at the center of the hubbub, Woodbury is a bit mild and easy to overlook. However, he does have hilarious stand-out moments, such as when he answers a telephone call with rapid fire heavy breathing, and makes an unconventional snack out of the morning paper.

James Allan as dressmaker and neighbor Bobby Franklyn sits in applaudable comic heights alongside Cady. While Bobby falls into the stereotypical gay man category (possibly because the play was written in 1983), Allan is so amusing and fun to watch that it doesn’t really matter; you find yourself eager for his next appearance.

Lucy Littlewood and Cyndi Lagodzinski are solid supports as two very different, in the dark wives,

For more information or to make reservations, call (510) 683-9218, or visit online at www.broadwaywest.org.

Run for Your Wife July 20 - August 18 8 p.m.

Sunday matinees: 1 p.m.

Broadway West Theatre Company 4000-B Bay Street, Fremont (510) 683-9218 www.broadwaywest.org Tickets: $10 - $23

Jim Woodbury and Lucy Littlewood

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$ = Entrance or Activity Fee R= Reservations Required Schedules are subject to change.

Call to confirm activities shown in these listings.

Continuing Events Wednesday, Apr 25 - Saturday, Dec 29

In Memory of Thomas Kinkade

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Browse through the cottage gallery

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

Smith's Cottage Gallery 37815 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 793-0737 Monday, Jun 18 - Friday, Aug 2

Ohlone for Kids $R

8 a.m.

Summer Enrichment Program. Registration begins April 1

Ohlone College for Kids 43600 Mission Blvd, Fremont (510) 742-2304 www.ohloneforkids.com 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 Wednesdays, thru Dec 26

Al-Anon Beginner Meeting

7:45 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Support group for friends & family of problem drinkers

Kaiser Permanente 3555 Whipple Road, Union City

Thursday, Jun 14 -Saturday, Aug 31

Friday, Jul 13 - Sunday, Jul 28

The Golden Gate at 75

11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Fri. & Sat: 8 p.m. (Sun: 2:30 p.m.)

Art exhibit celebrating the iconic bridge

Timeless story of forbidden love

Adobe Art Gallery 20395 San Miguel Ave., Castro Valley (510) 881-6735 www.AdobeGallery.org

Newark Memorial High School Theatre 39375 Cedar Blvd., Newark (510) 791-0287 www.stage1theater.org

Saturday, Jun 16 - Sunday, Sep 9

Saturday, Jul 14 - Sunday, Aug 12

Emerging Patterns: Sea to Sky

"Earth vs. Altair", "Queen of Outer Space", & "Return of the Mother Father" $

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Depictions of the salt marsh landscape

Campy spoof of "B" sci-fi films

4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 670-7270

San Leandro Museum and Art Gallery 320 West Estudillo Ave., San Leandro (510) 895-2573 www.slplayers.org

Monday, Jun 18-Friday, Aug 10

Busy Bee Summer Camp $R

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Preschool age children learn phonetics, motor & social skills via music, games and water play

Wednesday, Jul 18 - Saturday, Aug 11

Milpitas Community Center 457 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 586-3210

11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Monday, Jul 3 - Sunday, Jul 30

Sun Gallery 1015 E St., Hayward (510) 581-4050 www.sungallery.org

Original Works by Douglas McKay

Thursday, Jul 19-Sunday, Jul 28

6 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Art of Blues

View landscapes & seascapes in oils and acrylics

Thurs. - Sat., 12 noon - 8 p.m. & Sun., 12 noon - 4 p.m.

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

Over 20 artists honor the blues

Friday, Jul 6 - Sunday, Jul 27

Contemporary Photography Showcase Features works by P. Kay Hille-Hatten

Run for Your Wife $

Fremont Art Association 37697 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 792-0905 www.FremontArtAssociation.org

Thurs. – Sat: 8 p.m.

Sun: 1 p.m.

Teen Summer Reading Program

Monday, Jul 9 - Friday, Aug 3

Summer Preschool Program $R

Visit the library for registration

Hayward Main Library 835 C St., Hayward (510) 881-7980 Tuesday, Jun 12 - Sunday, Aug 11

Friday, Jul 27 - Sunday,Aug 11

India Community Center 525 Los Coches Street, Milpitas 408-934-1130

Thurs. – Sat: 7:30 p.m.

Sun: 2:30 p.m.

3:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Teen/Senior Computer and Gadget Help

Benefiting Fremont Art Association Centre Gallery

Summer Recreation Program $R

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

A positive path for spiritual living

Supervised activities for Tri-City children ages 5 - 12. Registration open thru 6/29

Unity of Fremont

LOV Community Service Center 35120 Ruschin Dr., Newark (510) 793-5683

Charity Promotion in Niles

Niles Cafe 121 I St., Fremont (510) 489-7396 www.thenilecafe.com Wednesdays, Jul 11- Aug 29

Algebra & Geometry Summer Tutoring

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Trained teen volunteers provide drop-in help

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421 Thursday, Jul 12 -Sunday, Aug 26

Animal Feeding $

3 p.m.

Monday, Jun 13 - Sunday, Aug 11

Feed the pigs, check for eggs & bring hay to the livestock

"Reading is So Delicious!" - R

Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797

Summer reading game for school age children

Union City Branch Library 34007 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City (510) 745-1464

A sorority girl learns to be true to herself

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

Art creation & appreciation for ages 612

Mondays, Jul 2 thru Aug 27

Monday, Jul 9 - Thursday, Aug 9

Legally Blonde, the musical $

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Monday, Jul 10 - Friday, Jul 31

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1401

www.unityoffremont.org 510-797-5234

Summer Art Day Camps $

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

Teens helping seniors with electronic gadgets

36600 Niles Blvd, Fremont

Monday, Jul 9 – Friday, Aug 17

Reading board game for all ages; prizes and free books

1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Broadway West Theatre Company 400-B Bay St., Fremont (510) 683-9218

Curriculum to encourage critical thinking & problem solving

Sun Gallery 1015 E St., Hayward (510) 581-4050 www.sungallery.org

2012 Summer Reading Game

London taxi driver leads dual life in hilarious comedy

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

various times

Rev. Ken Daigle Senior Minister

Cinema Place Gallery 1061 B. St., Hayward (510) 538-2787 www.haywardarts.org

Free from Hurts, Habits and Hang-Ups

Tuesdays, Jun 12 - Sundays, Aug 3

Sunday 10:00 AM

Nature and architecture photography

Thursdays, Thru Dec 27

Victory Center A.M.E. Zion Church 33450 Ninth Street, Union City (510) 586-5747

Call Rachel Parra 510 745-1480

Kenneth Mahar Photography

Thursday, Jul 26 -Sunday, Aug 18

Celebrate recovery. Meets every Thursday

Tell A Friend

Sat: 8 p.m. (Sun: 2 p.m.)

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center

11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

FREE Adult Reading and Writing Classes are offered at the Alameda County Library

Aida $

Wednesday, Jul 25

Fremont Freewheelers Pizza Ride $

6 p.m.

Short ride followed by pizza. Route suitable for everyone

Bronco Billy’s Pizza 37651 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 914-7304 Thursday, Jul 26

Big Cat Tolefree

6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

New Flava Blues & Soul Music

Fremont Central Park Performance Pavilion 4000 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont (510) 790-5541 www.fremont.gov Thursday, Jul 26

Alameda CTC South County Transportation Forum

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Discussing the best use of public funds

Union City City Hall 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City www.alamedaactc.org Thursday, Jul 26

"Open Doors"

12 noon - 1:30 p.m.

Information and outreach session

Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments - SAVE 1900 Mowry Ave, Fremont (510) 574-2250 www.save-dv.org

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Thursday, Jul 26

Saturday, Jul 28

Monday, July 30

Band Stravaganza! $

We've Got the Music! $

Niles Canyon Meeting

7:30 p.m.

6 p.m.

6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Milpitas Community Concert Band summer concert

Benefit concert featuring the "South Bay Kids" & "Get Ready"

Caltrans presents studies of SR 84

Milpitas Community Center 457 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 586-3210 www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov

Milpitas Community Center 457 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 586-3210 www.southbaykids.org

Thursday, Jul 26

Sunday, Jul 29

John Dutra for Fremont City Council

Celebration of Summer

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Live music by Montecito Brass Ensemble.

Nomination Papers Signing Reception

Mission Coffee Roasting House 151 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 578-8683

Castro Valley Library 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley (510) 667-7900

Friday, Jul 27

Sunday, Jul 29

The Muppets

Niles Town Plaza Concert

8:15 p.m.

1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Family movie night. Bring a low chair or blanket

Featuring The Lost Cats, Greentie Jazz & others

Hayward City Hall 777 B St., Hayward (510) 208-0410

Niles Town Plaza 37592 Niles Blvd., Fremont www.niles.org

Niles Elementary School 37141 2nd St. Fremont Friday, Aug 3

College Survival Training $R

10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

2 p.m.

Online registration deadline: July 30.

Fremont Adult School - Community Center 4700 Calaveras Ave., Fremont (510) 794-2538 www.fuss4schools.org

Send us your event information tricityvoice@aol.com

Friday, Jul 27

Latino Business Roundtable Meeting

8:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

Sponsored by the Hayward Chamber of Commerce

St. Rose Hospital 27200 Calaroga Ave., Hayward (510) 264-4044 Friday, Jul 27 - Saturday, Jul 28

King David $

7:30 p.m.

Musical Production

Neighborhood Church of Castro Valley 20600 John Drive, Castro Valley (510) 537-4690 www.3crosses.org Saturday, Jul 28

Women's Entrepreneurial Event

1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Book signing of "The Code Switch"

Hayward City Hall 777 B St., Hayward (510) 708-5501 Saturday, Jul 28

Ohlone Village Volunteer Day R

12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Help care of an over 2,000 year old village site

Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220 www.ebparks.org Saturday, Jul 28

Summer History Walk $

10 a.m.

Explore the site of the former Hayward Hotel

Hayward Area Historical Society Museum 22380 Foothill Blvd., Hayward (501) 581-0223 www.haywardareahistory.org Saturday, Jul 28

Movie Night $

7:30 p.m.

"The Sea Hawk", "Felix Turns the Tide", "The Best Man"

Niles Essanay Theater 37417 Niles Blvd, Fremont (510) 494-1411 Saturday, Jul 28 - Sunday, Jul 29

Sikh Sports Association Annual Games $R

8 a.m.

Golf, Badminton, Soccer, Kabaddi, Field Hockey & more

James Logan High School 1800 H St., Union City (866) 499-0032 www.sikhsports.com Saturday, Jul 28

Science Lecture for Children

2 p.m.

Science for school-age children

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

SUBMITTED BY TRACY ROTH In response to public concern about planned safety projects in Niles Canyon, Caltrans invited an independent panel of traffic-safety experts from the Federal Highway Administration to perform an independent Road Safety Assessment (RSA). Caltrans now is inviting the public to hear the findings of the RSA for State Route 84 in Niles Canyon on Monday, July 30 at 6:00 p.m. at Niles Elementary School.

The RSA team evaluated State Route 84’s current accident data, traffic patterns and driving behaviors to determine if safety improvements are needed. The team will present its findings and recommendations at the meeting.

Additionally, a Value Analysis Team developed safety-solution concepts based on the recommendations of the RSA that take into consideration community and stakeholder feedback regarding environmental effects. Members of the Value Analysis Team will also report on their follow-up.

Caltrans invites the public to hear the results of the RSA and the Value Analysis studies and to provide feedback on these two studies.

Individuals, who require special accommodation (interpreters, accessible seating, documentation in alternative formats, etc.), are requested to contact the District Public Affairs Office, at (510) 286-4444 at least five days before the scheduled meeting date. TDD users may contact the California Relay Service TDD line at 1-800-735-2929 or Voice Line at 1-800-735-2922.

Niles Canyon Meeting Monday, July 30 6 – 9 p.m.

Niles Elementary School 37141 2nd St. Fremont (510) 286-4444

League of Volunteers NEEDS HELP For years LOV has been able to give the many children in our Summer Recreation Program in the Parks an experience most of them have never had – trips to such exciting places such as museums, aquariums, zoos, baseball games and much more.

This year, the loss of a major sponsor and reduced fireworks sales, the outlook for a field trip for these young people looks bleak. LOV needs help!

Send a check marked “field trip” to LOV at 36120 Ruschin Drive, Newark, CA. 94560. Or, you can pay via Pay Pal on our website www.lov.org. Your donation is tax deductible – Federal ID # 94-2638329

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Fremont Symphony curtails season SUBMITTED BY CARYL DOCTER The Fremont Symphony will not present any full-orchestra concerts during the 2012-13 season due to the challenges of the recession and declining corporate/foundation grants. Steps are being taken to restructure the organization - curtailing all expenses and suspending our

2012-13 season, with the exception of the Anderson & Roe duo piano recital in February and the popular Children's Concerts in March. The Guild will continue to function and present recitals and other events to help raise funds for the orchestra.

Financial support from sponsors and donors is critical to re-emerge from this restructuring effort. You can help

Concert Schedule for Greater Tri-City Area HAYWARD Music and Art in the Park Sundays: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

August 5: Rockabilly - Stay Away Joes August 12: Blues - NiteCry and the Sycamore 129 Blues Band August 26: Big Band music and jazz - Three O'Clock Jump and the Herd of Cats September 9: Beatles tunes - No Fly List and the Two of Us September 16: Celtic Celebration September 23: Original rock/pop music - Kari McAllister & the Sweetspots and Sezu

this succeed by making a financial contribution and by encouraging other fans of great music to support the Fremont Symphony.

As our plans develop, we will post the information on our website: www.fremontsymphony.org.

SUBMITTED BY RENEE LORENTZEN Milpitas Recreation Services Division proudly announces its sponsorship of the South Bay School of Music Arts “We’ve Got the Music!” Benefit Concert on Saturday, July 28 at 6 p.m. in the Milpitas Community Center.

Featuring the “South Bay Kids” with musical group “Get Ready” in their only home-town performance, this Classic Soul Music show promises to be one of the premier music events in Milpitas for 2012.

Proceeds from this concert will go completely towards the cost of the South Bay Kids exciting tour to Southern California where they proudly represent

Milpitas at fairs and theme parks in Los Angeles.

Tickets can be purchased in advance for $10 online at www.southbaykids.org or at the door for $12. Ticket costs or direct donations are tax deductible.

For more information contact South Bay School of Music Arts at (408) 945-8014 or Milpitas Recreation Services at (408) 586-3222.

We’ve Got the Music!

Saturday, July 28 6 p.m.

Milpitas Community Center 457 East Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 945-8014 (408) 586-3222 www.southbaykids.org Tickets: $10 in advance, $12 at door

Hayward Memorial Park 24176 Mission Blvd., Hayward www.HaywardLodge.org

FREMONT Central Park Summer Concerts Thursdays thru August 9 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Thursday, July 26: Big Cat Tolefree (New Flava Blues & Soul) Thursday, August 2: Georgi and the Rough Week (Blues with Rock Flair) Thursday, August 9: The Houserockers (Rock ‘n Roll Favorites) Central Park Performance Pavilion 40000 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont (510) 790-5546 www.fremont.gov Niles Town Plaza Summer Concerts Sundays: July 29; August 12, 19; September 23 12 Noon - 4 p.m.

Niles Town Plaza 37592 Niles Blvd., Fremont www.niles.org

NEWARK Music at the Grove Sunday: July 29, August 12 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

July 29: The Fundamentals (Motown, Funk, R&B, "Rockin' Soul") August 12: Kelvin Boyd's Drifters (Pop, R&B) Shirley Sisk Grove Cedar Blvd. at NewPark Mall, Newark (510) 578-4405 or (510) 578-4630 www.ci.newark.ca.us

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THE WIZARD OF OZ Based on the classic film and the story by L. Frank Baum, The Wizard of Oz is a timeless tale of a little girl swept to a strange land filled with colorful characters who help her in a quest to return home. AAAAHZ Youth Theatre and Union City Leisure Services present a musical adventure for all ages.

Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg are directed by Erin Reis and produced by Ann Anderson with vocal direction by Jim Burris and choreography by Jennifer Gorgulho. Pianist Geoffrey Torres will accompany the cast. Based on the classic film owned by Turner Entertainment, Co. and distributed by Warner Bros. Produced by arrangement with Tams-Witmark Music Library, Inc. The Wizard of OZ Thursday, July 26 – Saturday, July 28 7 p.m.

Sunday, July 29 2:30 p.m.

Logan High School Little Theater 1800 H Street, Union City (510) 358-1249 www.aaaahzyouththeatre.org General Admission: $15 Seniors/Students: $10

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Horatio is a male Pekingese mix. He is about 7 years old. Horatio likes to play with other dogs and still has a lot of energy left in him for being older. He is a sweet boy that loves attention.

Come visit him today.

Tri-City Animal Shelter 1950 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 790-6640

Russell is a neutered, domestic long haired orange and white tabby. He is about 8 years old.

Russell loves to lounge around and relax. He is very mellow and loves people and gets along with other cats. He has been tested negative for FIV/FeLV and already fixed so is ready to go home today!

Total in Shelter: Cats - 128 Dogs - 53 Other - 11

Tuesday – Friday: Noon - 5 p.m.

Saturdays: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Closed Sundays, Mondays, Holidays

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Junior All Stars deep run ends after dramatic finishes SUBMITTED BY ED HUGO PHOTO BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW The Mission San Jose (MSJLL) Junior All-Stars rallied their way into the CA Section 3 Tournament by claiming the District 14 championship in a heartpounding, white knuckle 8-7 victory over Niles Centerville (NCLL). MSJLL staged a threerun rally in the final inning with two outs, no one on base and the potential third out down to their last strike. But rally they did as four consecutive base hits plated the tying and winning runs. This

moved to third on an NCLL error. Zhangxu then grounded a single up the middle to drive home Gaffey and tie the score at seven. Pyle then came to the plate and, after taking a called strike, became the hero of the hour as he slammed a deep drive over the centerfielder’s head. As Zhangxu scrambled around the bases, the centerfielder made a strong throw to the second baseman who relayed the ball toward home plate.

A charging Zhangxu slid in just under catcher’s attempted tag, and MSJLL claimed the District 14 Junior Division title.

game against Livermore American (LA) was also a wild one, as it contained five different lead changes. Despite strong pitching performances from Aaron Havard and Mark Gaffey, once again, MSJLL found itself behind heading into the last inning—this time by the score of 7-6. Nevertheless, MSJLL was clutch as ever as Kevin Zhangxu’s run scoring single tied the game and Pyle smashed a long double to drive home Gaffey and Zhangxu and put MSJ ahead 9-7. Pyle would score off an LA error, giving MSJLL a 10-7 lead heading into

truly was a game that will be remembered by players, coaches and fans for a long time.

To even get to this game, MSJLL needed to defeat NCLL in the first championship game. And they did with a 6-3 victory that featured NCLL getting out to an early 3-1 lead only to have MSJLL rally for five unanswered runs to force the exciting ‘what if’ game.

The 6-3 victory forced a final do-or-die championship game between the same two teams.

And what a game it was. For the fourth different lead change in the game, MSJLL overcame a 4-3 deficit in the bottom of the sixth on back-to-back doubles from Mikie Pyle and Stanley Chiang, setting the score at 5-4. But NCLL rallied back as Devin Duran’s two-run double in the top of the seventh inning put NCLL on top with a 7-5 lead, and putting MSJLL’s back against the wall.

MSJLL then came to the plate in the bottom of the seventh inning and NCLL recorded two quick outs. With MSJLL down to its final out, with a two-two count, Hanson Wang laced a double to right center, and barely eluded a potential game-ending tag at second base. Mark Gaffey followed with a line drive single up the middle, driving Wang home to cut NCLL’s lead to 7-6.

With Kevin Zhangxu at the plate, Gaffey stole second and

MSJLL opened up in the CA Section 3 Tournament against a scrappy team from Half Moon Bay (HMB) and never trailed in the game. Spoorthy Vemula pitched the first four innings and allowed four runs with only two of them earned, but MSJ’s offense carried the squad. Mikie Pyle pounded three hits for four RBIs, including a booming tworun double that gave MSJLL the early 2-0 lead. Stanley Chiang ripped a two out double in the fifth inning to put MSJ up 6-2.

HMB began to stage a comeback in the seventh as they cut the score to 7-5, but Chiang squashed the rally, striking out the final batter of the game and sealing the MSJLL victory.

MSJLL’s second sectional

the final half-inning. With two outs in the bottom of the seventh, LA scored two runs off a long double, closing the gap to 10-9. However, Zhangxu, who had come in to relieve in the fifth, struck out the final batter of the game, sending MSJLL to the finals.

MSJLL needed one win to advance to the Division II (Northern California) championships. Unfortunately, MSJLL could not pull it off, as they suffered two consecutive tough losses to HMB, who had to win four straight games to advance after losing their first game to MSJLL 7-5. HMB will represent California Section 3 in the Junior Division II Tournament from July 21-27.

93-Girls-Black undefeated in weekend tournament Mission Valley United’s U19 girls competed in the Pleasanton Rage College Showcase, July 20th – 22nd. MVU faced SVSC Eclipse Blue for their first opponents and took the game 5–0. The afternoon game matched them up with Walnut Creek WC Heat for a 4–0 victory. Saturday’s game, both teams played very fatigued with the 100+ heat but MVU would come out as the winner in the 2–1 duel. Sunday’s final game against Select Cities SC Avalanche was a hard fought battle but again, MVU finished on top 1–0, winning their tournament bracket.

Standing (L-R): Coach Joe Peixoto, Priscilla Haro, Melissa Urena, Shayla Funk, Jessica Espinosa, Assistant Coach Kyle Brown, Kimber Lohman, Jelissa Blanco, Janelle Teixeira, Assitant Coach Tony Espinosa, Megan Ravenscroft, Marissa Angejia Kneeling (L-R): Sophia Fuentes, Kelsey McLaurin, Megan Massone, Melissa Heaton, Mia Moya, Megan Racine, Isabel Castano, Jazime Torres

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Letter to the Editor

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Historic Day for Fremont Open Space

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has” (Margaret Mead) Fremont City Council voted 3-2 to adopt the Open Space petition initiative into law [July 17, 2012]. This is monumental for Fremont and I want to thank each and every one of our supporters for your contributions, no matter how large or small.

I have watched you all come together and engage in our political process to achieve what, at many times, seemed to be impossible goals. You have made me believe that nothing is impossible.

I am very proud to be part of this Fremont community that is engaged, involved, respectful and passionate. It has truly been an amazing and uplifting experience on many levels, and I think one of the key reasons Fremont is a great city is

because of the caring and engaged people that live here.

If you weren’t there, it was truly an incredible meeting to witness. Tension in the packed room was palpable and no one knew how this vote was going to go until the final minute. Council members kept us on the edge of our seats with their comments that, at times, made it seem like they were still deciding as they were talking. Near the end of the discussion, it was clear that the vote was 2 – 2, and the final and deciding vote, interestingly and ironically, left to Mayor Gus Morrison.

It was so silent in the room you could hear a pin drop. He cut through the tension by humorously declaring, “Well, I can count”, and then held up to the microphone a big “EASY” button from Staples that amplified the well known robotic voice which stated, “That Was EASY.” A

3-2 vote quickly followed in favor of adopting. Cheers erupted and the entire room exploded in applause and elation.

I’m sure you are wondering how the council voted so here is a recap. Anu Natarajan, Dominic Dutra and Gus Morrison voted to adopt the measure and Bill Harrison and Sue Chan voted against adoption (which would have placed it on the ballot). The entire video of last night’s meeting can be accessed at: http://www.fremont.gov/Archive.aspx?AM ID=39&Type=Recent .

It has been a privilege working and getting to know all of you during this amazing journey and I want to thank you for the blood, sweat and tears that you have put into this effort. This was a complete and total TEAM effort. I know countless hours were spent away from friends and family obtaining signatures from over

13,000 people. Many people were placed out of their comfort zones but kept working. I hope that being involved in this effort has been a positive learning and community-building experience for you.

This whole effort, from our humble beginnings with “Save Kimber Park” over a year ago, to this historic city council vote to adopt the Protect Fremont Private Open Space initiative, has reminded me that as individuals we have incredible power and when bound together the multiplication of that power is truly enormous. Thank you all!

Christina Broadwin Principal, Protect Fremont Open Space Committee Co-President, Save Kimber Park Steering Committee

A beautiful yard that saves water and money

BY RICHARD P. SANTOS SUBMITTED BY PENNY HODGES Success through Partnerships is Hayward Education Foundation's new fundraising campaign whose goal is to bring together businesses and educators to network and promote a stronger community for our schools. This will be a fourpart series focusing on Future, Education, Leadership and Business.

The Hayward Education Foundation will invite businesses, community supporters and educators to a breakfast at one of the newly re-modelled schools to hear from a guest speaker who will focus on one of the series’ items.

Our keynote speakers for the event are Mr. Stan Dobbs (Assistant Superintendent of Business Services and Chief Finance, Operations & Technology Officer) and Dr. Matt Wayne (Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services), both of Hayward Unified School District, They will discuss “the Future” of Hayward schools and how the support of businesses and community is the key to success for building a strong educational foundation for the students in the Hayward community.

The event will take place on Tuesday, August 7 from 7:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m., with networking until 8:15 a.m., followed by the guest speaker whose talk will last for between 15 and 30 minutes with time for questions.

Tickets for this event are $20 per person. Breakfast will be provided. Tickets can be purchased online at www.HaywardEd.org or by emailing penny@HaywardEd.org.

Success through Partnerships Tuesday, August 7 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.

Martin Luther King K 8 Middle School 26890 Holly Hill Ave., Hayward www.HaywardEd.org

Rain or Shine – Seals Spirit Soars SUBMITTED BY TRACY UYEDA Last season, the Seals’ season opener was against the Castro Valley Crocs – the team bundled in warm jackets and huddled under a sea of umbrellas and rain saturated canopies. On Saturday, July 21, the Seals hosted their final regular season meet against the same team but this time under sweltering 90 degree weather conditions. Rain or shine – the Seals spirit is positive and Seals end their season on a high note winning the meet 568.5 – 496.5. Following the meet, Head Coach Robb Herndon wore a big smile and the look of a very proud parent, “The swimmers looked great today and I am very excited about championships” he beamed. The Seals end the season with a 2 – 5 record however have high hopes for championships.

The Seals of the Week from the last two meets are Ryan English, Gigi Taylor, Patrick Xiao, Jordan Taylor, Victor He, Sam Coleman and Virginia Xie, and Mercedes Reichel. Additionally – the team recognized the two graduating senior swimmers – Sam Coleman and former swimmer and current Assistant Coach – Caitlyn Jorgens.

Strong performances were posted by many of the Seals. Jamie Kennerk swam a personal best and also beat a team record swimming to a first place finish in the 1518 girls 50 fly. Virginia Xie strikes again – taking first in all of her events and beating her own team record in the 11-12 girls IM. Additional first place finishes are: Girls Events 8 & Under Medley Relay (Wenti Mercado, Gigi Davis, Audrey Numeron, Nynke Propstra) 9-10 Medley Relay (Emily Rozul, Katelyn Farmer, Sophia He, Ryan English) 11-12 Medley Relay (Kayla Hirsch, Mikayla Lee, Virginia Xie, Reichel Mercedas) 13-14 Medley Relay (Sarina Noma, Rachael Taylor, Emely Gutierrez, Kylie Huynh)

15-18 Medley (Gabriela Bermudez, Sylvia Liang, Jamie Kennerk, Janeen Lima) 6 Under Free & Back (Lucina Tonoyan) 7- 8 Free & Back (Kyra Vickery) 9-10 Free & Back (Emily Rozul) 13-14 Free & IM (Jessica Amaral) 15-18 Free & Fly (Jamie Kennerk) 11-12 Back, Breast, IM (Virgina Xie) 13-14 Back & Fly (Hamaseh Pourhamseh) 15-18 Back (Gabriela Bermudez) 8 Under Breast & Fly (Hoangkhanh Nguyen) 9-10 Breast (Katelyn Farmer) 13-14 Breast (Katie Leong) 8 Under Free Relay (Kyra Vickery, Nynke Propstra, Hoangkhanh Nguyen, Gigi Davis) 13-14 Free Relay (Emely Gutierrez, Kylie Huynh, Hamaseh Pourhamseh, Jessica Amaral) Boys Events 13-14 Medley (Jared Hirsch, Marvin Li, Joshua Airth, Matthew Spallas) 6 Under Back (Derek Ponssen) 9-10 Free & Fly (Nicholas Leong) 8 Under Breast (Joshua Kiang) 11-12 Breast (Kyle Vickery) 13-14 Breast (Marvin Li) 9-10 Free Relay (Arman Shah, Diego Ureno, Jerry Liang, Nicholas Leong) 11-12 Free Relay (Drake Moore, Joey Fraticelli, Ids Propstra, Luc Mercado) 13-14 Free Relay (Thomas Poniatowski, Joshua Airth, Marvin Li, Matthew Spallas) Assistant Coach Desiree Fasolis was very pleased with the final outcome of the regular season. “It was a great meet and nice to end the season with win.

There were tons of awesome swims and two swimmers broke team records too!”

The Seals will participate in the EBSL Championship meet being held on Saturday, July 28th. Last year the team swam to a solid sixth place finish and heading into the finals with the spirit of a champion.

It’s summer barbeque season, which means it is your landscape’s time to shine.

But did you know that landscaping accounts for about half of a typical household’s water use? That’s why, across Santa Clara Valley, new water-efficient landscapes are sprouting up all over. With a cash rebate from the Santa Clara Valley Water District, switching to an attractive, low water-use yard means saving money as well as water.

Many people have the misconception that a water-wise yard means a sparse, desert landscape. The truth is that water-efficient gardens can be colorful, aromatic, fruit-bearing and easy to maintain. By incorporating water-efficient gardening techniques, you can create a beautiful garden while reducing irrigation water usage from 20 to 80 percent.

And, the water district may be able to help foot the bill for landscape improvements. Its Landscape Rebate Program is designed to assist homeowners and commercial, industrial and institutional property owners increase efficiency of outdoor water use by converting qualifying high water-use landscape or upgrading to qualifying high-efficiency irrigation equipment. Simple changes in plant type and irrigation methods can greatly reduce the water required for an attractive landscape. There are many plants that use surprisingly little water.

There are also several irrigation equipment upgrades that can increase your irrigation system’s efficiency which can result in saving water and saving money.

A recent Landscape Rebate Program customer told us, “We get amazing compliments from people who walk past. People are surprised that it’s water-wise. They don’t realize that being water-wise can be beautiful and have a lot of green.”

There are a number of requirements to qualify for the rebate. For instance, a minimum of 100 square feet of qualifying high water using landscape must be converted, and 50 percent of plant coverage in the converted area must be listed on the water district’s Qualifying Plant List. These plants are

considered low and very low water using plants adaptable to our local climate. Also, the converted area must include a sufficient number of qualifying water efficient plants to ensure at least 50 percent of the area is covered with living plants when the plants are fully grown. A full list of the requirements is available on our website, www.valleywater.org.

Please note, you should not begin your landscape conversion or irrigation hardware upgrade projects until a district representative has conducted a pre-inspection survey and you have received a written notice to proceed from the water district.

All of these programs are part of the water district’s effort to ensure a clean, reliable supply of water into the future. As population increases, all of us must use the water we have more efficiently. In fact, in 2009, all cities in California were mandated to reduce per capita water use by 20 percent by 2020.

For more information on our water-saving programs and workshops, call the Water Conservation Hotline at (408) 630- 2554 or visit www.save20gallons.org.

As always, I am available for questions or comments as your District 3 representative for the northern areas of Sunnyvale and Santa Clara; Alviso; Milpitas; and the north San Jose and Berryessa communities. Feel free to contact me at (408) 234-7707.

Filing period open for AC Transit Board of Directors SUBMITTED BY CLARENCE JOHNSON The filing period opened on Monday, July 16, 2012, for persons interested in being candidates in the November 6, 2012 general election for AC Transit's policymaking Board of Directors.

Three of the seven board seats are due for election. One represents a specific geographic ward spanning portions of both Alameda and Contra Costa Counties, one represents another in Alameda County and a third represents the entire District.

WARD 1 Alameda Portion: The entire city of Albany and the portion of the City of Berkeley that is generally north of Cedar Street, west of Oxford Street, south of Dwight Way and west of Telegraph Avenue.

Contra Costa Portion: The entire cities of El Cerrito, Richmond, San Pablo and the unincorporated areas of El Sobrante, Kensington and North Richmond within the District.

WARD 2 The entire cities of Emeryville and Piedmont and the portion of Berkeley that is generally south of Cedar Street and east of

Oxford Street, north of Dwight Way and east of Telegraph Avenue. The portion of Oakland that is northwest of High Street (between the water and Foothill Boulevard), northwest of 35th Avenue, west of Brookdale Avenue, west of Coolidge Avenue, south of School Street and north of Champion Street/Lincoln Avenue.

AT-LARGE The entire District.

The deadline to file for election to AC Transit's seven-member board is 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 10, 2012. If an incumbent does not file for re-election by August 10, the filing deadline for that seat will be extended by five days as prescribed by the Election Code.

Candidates must be registered voters and reside in the area they seek to represent. For Alameda County residents, nomination packets may be obtained at the Registrar of Voters, 1225 Fallon Street, G-1 in Downtown Oakland (510) 272-6933. For Contra Costa County residents, contact that county's Elections Department, 555 Escobar Street in Martinez (925) 335-7800.

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PUBLIC NOTICES CIVIL ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. HG12639896 Superior Court of California, County of Alameda Petition of: Robert C. Eppler, Shirley V Smith for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Robert C. Eppler, Shirley V Smith filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Julia Amable Eppler to Dominic Antonio Eppler 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: 10/12/2012, Time: 8:45 AM, Dept.: 504 The address of the court is 24405 Amador St., Room 108, Hayward, CA 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: Whats Happenings Tri City Voice - Fremont Date: Jul 19, 2012 WINIFRED Y. SMITH Judge of the Superior Court 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/12 CNS-2351026# ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. HG12635872 Superior Court of California, County of Alameda Petition of: Deepa Banchhor for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Deepa Banchhor filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Deepa Banchhor to Deepa Verma 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: Sep 07, 2012, Time: 8:45, 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: Jun 21, 2012 WINIFRED Y. SMITH Judge of the Superior Court 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/12 CNS-2351023# SUMMONS (Family Law) CITACIÓN (Derecho familiar) CASE NUMBER (NÚMERO DE CASO): RF10525782 NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (Name) AVISO AL DEMANDADO (Nombre): JEFFREY KEITH JEANNOTTE You are being sued. Lo están demandando.

Petitioner’s name is Nombre del demandante: ALBENA TRANDEVA You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120 or FL-123) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter or phone call will not protect you.

If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form.

If you want legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. You can get information about finding lawyers at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelp california.org), or by contacting your local county bar association.

Tiene 30 días corridos después de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citación y Petición para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL-120 ó FL-123) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica no basta para protegerlo.

Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también le puede ordenar que pague manutención, y honorarios y costos legales. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas.

Si desea obtener asesoramiento legal, póngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado.

Puede obtener información para encontrar a un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio Web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawh elpcalifornia.org) o poniéndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado.

NOTICE: The restraining orders on page 2 are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. These orders are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them.

AVISO: Las órdenes de restricción que figuran en la página 2 valen para ambos cónyuges o pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la petición, se emita un fallo o la corte dé otras órdenes.

Cualquier autoridad de la ley que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas órdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California.

NOTE: If a judgment or support order is entered, the court may order you to pay all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for yourself or for the other party. If this happens, the party ordered to pay fees shall be given notice and an opportunity to request a hearing to set aside the order to pay waived court fees.

AVISO: Si se emite un fallo u orden de manutención, la corte puede ordenar que usted pague parte de, o todas las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentas a petición de usted o de la otra parte. Si esto ocurre, la parte ordenada a pagar estas cuotas debe recibir aviso y la oportunidad de solicitar una audiencia para anular la orden de pagar las cuotas exentas.

1. The name and address of the court are (El nombre y dirección de la corte son):SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, County of Alameda, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 2. The name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are (El nombre, dirección y número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Renee M. Marcelle, Esq. SBN: 135653; Jane E. Morrissey, Esq. SBN: 103522; LAW OFFICE OF RENEE M. MARCELLE, 930 Irwin St., Ste. 218, San Rafael, CA 94901; 415-456-444; 135643 Date (Fecha): July 16, 2010 Pat Sweeten, Executive Officer/Clerk, by (Secretario, por) Alisha McCorvey, Deputy (Asistente) (SEAL) 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/12 CNS-2348148# ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. HG12631709 Superior Court of California, County of Alameda.

Petition of: Alisha Shahz Khan for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Alisha Shahz Khan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Alisha Shahz Khan to Alicia Shahz Khan 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: 8-17-12, Time: 8:45 a.m., Dept.: 504 The address of the court is 24405 Amador St., 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: May 23, 2012 C. DON CLAY Judge of the Superior Court 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31/12 CNS-2343873# ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. HG12635589 Superior Court of California, County of Alameda

Petition of: Hari Manamadurai Subramaniam for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Hari Manamadurai Subramaniam filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Hari Manamadurai Subramaniam to Hari Subramaniam 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: 8/31/2012, 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: Whats Happening Tri City Voice Date: June 20, 2012 WINIFRED Y. SMITH Judge of the Superior Court 6/29, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/12 CNS-2338929#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466952 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Karan Heran Express, 4620 Rochelle Dr., Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda Karanveer S. Heran, 4620 Rochelle Dr., Union City, CA 94587 This business is conducted by an Individual.

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 07-02-12.

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/ Karanveer Singh Heran This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 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).

7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/12 CNS-2349467# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 467113 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GSSM Logistics, 4445 Stevenson Bl., Apt. 51, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda.

Bhupinder Singh, 4445 Stevenson Bl., Apt. #51, 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 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/ Bhupinder Singh This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 9, 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).

7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/12 CNS-2346001# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466583 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ANDALUBIA DAY SPA, 40643 GRIMMER BLVD, FREMONT, CA 94538, County of ALAMEDA SKYPOOL AIRWAYS LLC, 3527 MOUNT DIABLO BOULEVARD #304, LAFAYETTE, CA 94549 (CALIFORNIA) 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 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/ RONALD PATTERSON This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JUNE 20, 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).

7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/12 CNS-2344744# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 467038 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: UNION CITY SMOG CHECK, 33365 MISSION BLVD, UNION CITY, CA 94587, County of ALAMEDA RYAN DOMINGO, 706 CITY WALK PLACE #3, HAYWARD, CA 94541 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/ RYAN DOMINGO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JULY 5, 2012 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code).

7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/12 CNS-2344741# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 467028 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Dawn to Dusk Cafe & Restaurant, 5410-3 Sunol Blvd., Pleasanton, CA 94566, County of Alameda, 40795 Las Palmas Ave., Fremont, CA 94539 Ayaz H. Qureishy, 40795 Las Palmas Ave., 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/ Ayaz H. Qureishy This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 05, 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).

7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31/12 CNS-2343859# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466945 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JMK Healthcare, 26250 Industrial Blvd., Suite 44, Hayward, CA 94545, County of Alameda; 31885 Alvarado Blvd. #200, Union City, Alameda, CA 94587 JMK Business Solutions LLC, California, 26250 Industrial Blvd., Suite 44, 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 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/ Meinhart Mosqueda, CEO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 29, 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).

7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31/12 CNS-2342913# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466992-93 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: (1) Snack Shack Cafe & Restaurant, (2) Taste of the World, 5410-3 Sunol Blvd., Pleasanton, CA 94566, County of Alameda; 40795 Las Palmas Ave., Fremont, Alameda, CA 94539 Ayaz H. Qureishy, 40795 Las Palmas Ave., 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/ Ayaz H. Qureishy This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 3, 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).

7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31/12 CNS-2342848# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466801 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Windshiled Repair Teconologies, 4643 Norris Rd., Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Narain Prasad, 4643 Norris Rd., Fremont, CA 94536 This business is conducted by an Individual.

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 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/ Narain Prasad This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 26, 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).

7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31/12 CNS-2342759# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466911 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: What’s Happening Tri-City Voice, 39120 Argonaut Way #335, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda What’s Happening, Inc., 39120 Argonaut Way #335, Fremont, CA 94538; CA This business is conducted by a Corporation.

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan. 14, 2002.

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/ William Marshak, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 29, 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).

7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31/12 CNS-2342757# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466912 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: What’s Happening, 39737 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda What’s Happening, Inc., 39120 Argonaut Way #335, Fremont, CA 94538; CA This business is conducted by a Corporation.

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on July 8, 1998.

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/ William Marshak, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 29, 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).

7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31/12 CNS-2342755# STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 425185 The following person(s) has (have) abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Curves, 6335 Jarvis Ave., Newark, CA 94560; Mailing Address: 40918 Rioja Ct., Fremont, CA 94539 The fictitious business name statement for the Partnership was filed on 5/27/2009 in the County of Alameda.

Chitra Arunachalam, 40918 Rioja Ct., Fremont, CA 94539 Chidambara Ramalingam, 40918 Rioja Ct., Fremont, CA 94539 This business was conducted by --.

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/ Chitra Arunachalam This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 28, 2012.

7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31/12 CNS-2342752# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466936 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Hajveri Market, 31804 Alvarado Blvd., Union City, CA 94583, County of Alameda.

Hajveri LLC, CA, 4031 Budwing Ter., Fremont, CA 94538.

This business is conducted by Limited Liability Company.

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/ Muhammad Naeem Khalid, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 29, 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).

7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31/12 CNS-2341639# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466366 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Devout Coffee, 40247 Besco Dr., Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda.

Jonathan Jay Fisher, 40247 Besco Dr., Fremont, CA 94538.

Steven Robert Pape, 246 Grove Ave., Fremont, CA 94539.

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/ Jonathan Fisher This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 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).

7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/12 CNS-2340617# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465772-73 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Fremont Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, 2.

Fremont C D J R, 39639 Balentine Drive, Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda; Mailing Address: 911 Capitol Expressway Auto Mall, San Jose, CA 95136, Santa Clara County Fremont Del Grande, Inc., 911 Capitol Expressway Auto Mall, San Jose, CA 95136; California This business is conducted by a Corporation.

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Shawn Del Grande, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 30, 2012.

NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code).

7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/12 CNS-2339496# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466580 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: AK Films, 37097 Denning Ter. #392, Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Aaron Neill Kelly, 37097 Denning Ter. #392, Fremont, CA 94536 Patricia Lori Walsh Kelly, 37097 Denning Ter. #392, Fremont, CA 94536 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 6/20/12.

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/ Aaron Kelly, Patricia LW Kelly This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 20, 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).

7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/12 CNS-2339273# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466680 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Hame Trucking, 39900 Blacow Rd. Apt 18, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Amarjit Singh, 39900 Blacow Rd. Apt. 18, 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 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/ Amarjit Singh This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 22, 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).

7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/12 CNS-2338920#

GOVERNMENT Notice is hereby given that sealed competitive bids will be accepted in the office of the GSAPurchasing Department, County of Alameda, 1401 Lakeside Drive, Suite 907, Oakland, CA 94612 NETWORKING BIDDERS CONFERENCES for RFQ #901006 Forensic Toxicology Testing Services North County - Monday, August 6, 2012, 10:00 a.m. at General Services Agency, 1401 Lakeside Drive, Room 1107, 11th Floor,

Oakland, CA and South County - Tuesday, August 7, 2012, 2:00 p.m. at Fremont Library, 2450 Stevenson Blvd., Administration Building, Conference Room 3, Fremont, CA Responses Due by 2:00 pm on September 11, 2012 County Contact: Jeannise Gonzalez (510) 208-9612 or via email: jeannise.gonzalez@acgov.org Attendance at Networking Conference is Nonmandatory. Specifications regarding the above may be obtained at the Alameda County GSA Current Contracting Opportunities Internet website at www.acgov.org.

7/24/12 CNS-2350844# 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 August 14, 2012, at which time they will be opened and read out loud in said building for: CALIFORNIA NURSERY FENCE REPLACEMENT PWC 8671A PRE-BID CONFERENCE : A pre-bid conference is scheduled for 11:00 AM, Tuesday, July 31, 2012, at the front entry of the California Nursery Historic Park, located at 36501 Niles Blvd, Fremont, California.

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 www.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 7/24, 7/31/12 CNS-2348994# 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 August 7, 2012,at which time they will be opened and read out loud in said building for: Fremont Police Department Fire Alarm Upgrade 2000 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538 City Project No. PWC 8649 APN 525-1671-001-00 MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE : A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for 10:00 AM, July 25, 2012, at the Police Building, 2000 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont, California.

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 www.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 7/17, 7/24/12 CNS-2347542#

PUBLIC AUCTION/SALES 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 9th Day of August, 2012 at or after 12:00 pm pursuant to the California Self-Storage Facility Act. The sale will be conducted at: U-Haul Moving & Storage of Thornton, 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 Jennifer Russell AA8048A 5/25/2012 Karalanda Hayes B123 5/31/2012

7/24, 7/31/12 CNS-2351084# NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to the California Self-Service Storage Facility Act, (B&P Code 21700 et. .seq.), the undersigned will sell at public auction, on August 15, 2012 personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools, and/or other household items located at: Public Storage 27019 47209 Warm Springs Blvd.

Fremont , CA 94539-7461 (510) 659-6993 Time: 1:30 PM Stored by the following person (s): A087 - Barnes, Matt C136 - Thompson, Booker A225 - Hammer, Ken B088 - LOUIE, DARLENE C024 - Screen, Dorothy C114 - Molinar, Mauricio C176 - Cook, Elizabeth C209 - Jolley, Tara C257 - Wingate, LaSandra C390 - Spencer, Tiffany C408 - MILLER, BILL C409 - Karr, Marla Kay All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules and regulations are available at sale. Dated on this 24th day of July 2012 and 31st day of July 2012, by PS Orangeco, Inc., 701 Western Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201, (818) 244-8080, Bond No. 5857632 7/24, 7/31/12 CNS-2349887# NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to the California Self-Service Storage Facility Act, (B&P Code 21700 et. .seq.), the undersigned will sell at public auction, on August 16, 2012 personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools, and/or other household items located at: Public Storage 22317 35360 Fircrest St .

Newark , Ca 94560-1004 (510) 792-7172 Time: 9:45 AM Stored by the following person (s): A131 - WALKER, CLIFFORD A155 - Malu, Ane B031 - Washington, Angela B051 - Susbilla, Glenn C093 - Pokojny, Emil D013 - Ibarra-Plata, Angelina D112 - Verduzco, Maria E031 - DOCS PLUMBING P029 - Jackson, Rebekah P053 - SEYMOUR, LAWRENCE Public Storage 08026 37444 Cedar Blvd , Newark , Ca 94560-4134 (510) 790-0112 Time:10:30 AM Stored by the following person (s): 2027 - ALLEN, GREGORY 2127 - Mares, Maria 7042 - Teixeira, Chris 9025 - Smith, Amber Public Storage 27265 38290 Cedar Blvd.

Newark , CA 94560-4604 (510) 793-7093 Time: 11:00 AM Stored by the following person (s): C144 - TALTON, EDWINA D110 - ROTOLO, SAL D152 - Lake, Brian Public Storage 24613 4555 Peralta Blvd Fremont, Ca 94536-5736 (510) 792-3490 Time: 11:45 AM Stored by the following person (s): E521 - ALIRES, KAREN E554 - FLORES CORTEZ, CESAR E566 - Mitchell, Dave E631 - Lasswell, Tiffany F433 - Salvo, Shawn Di G818 - Hoos, Lisa G829 - HERNANDEZ, DEANNA Public Storage 24211 42101 Albrae Street Fremont , CA . 94538-3123 (510) 657-6077 Time: 12:45 PM Stored by the following person (s): A029 - Bressler, Carolyn A085 - ZAKRZEWSKI, JASON C002 - Noga, Pete D062 - WINTERCORN, THOMAS D091 - COLLINS, KIMBERLY D152 - Green, Aaron Public Storage 00303 4444 Enterprise Street Fremont , CA 94538-6307 (510) 656-7268 Time: 1:30 PM Stored by the following person (s): A009 - Diaz, Danny A012 - TREPANTE, ROBIN A083 - Gonzales, Samuel B056 - ANDERSON, JAMES D023 - Sabio, Armina E010 - Jonah, Jason All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules and regulations are available at sale. Dated on this 24th day of July 2012 and 31st day of July 2012, by PS Orangeco, Inc., 701 Western Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201, (818) 244-8080, Bond No. 5857632 7/24, 7/31/12 CNS-2349880#

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When citizens take the initiative

PUBLISHER EDITOR IN CHIEF William Marshak DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Sharon Marshak PRODUCTION/GRAPHIC DESIGN Ramya Raman ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Sharon Marshak

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prime example of the ultimate power of citizens in this country emerged at the last schedule Fremont City Council meeting of July. Energized by challenges to private open space at Kimber Park, a group of citizens exercised their right to bypass council indecision and promote a ballot initiative. With plenty of signatures to spare, the initiative qualified, garnering support from a wide geographic swath of Fremont. City councilmembers were faced with a demand from their citizens and forced to abandon their usual vacillation; to make a significant decision.

Comments from the public including representatives of the Chamber of Commerce differed, but that is to be expected in a “free” society. More telling however, were comments from councilmembers.

They expressed a bit of dismay and displeasure that the public would dare to supersede council authority and possibly

make decisions with unintended consequences. It was disconcerting to hear these comments since I was unaware that council votes were infallible and a determined, educated and knowledgeable group of citizens is unable to make a sensible recommendation. Unintended consequences even when decisions are deeply explored by councilmembers and staff have been known to happen. Think about public buildings sitting astride earthquake faults, for instance.

Some comments centered on the initiative’s requirement for a unanimous council vote if an “open space” property was considered a “taking” by a property owner. It is interesting to note that property owners affected did not appear to object to the initiative. However, a clear case in which a property owner is wronged should be obvious to all, even councilmembers, and receive unanimous approval for zoning designation change.

Although no initiative, ordinance or other law is perfect, without some direction, the result is lack of clarity, confusion and chaos. Even Fremont with all its natural assets, needs a helping hand to create a clear plan of action. The Private Open Space Initiative was an outgrowth of frustration with the lack of direction from council. This is the outlet for such expression and, in this case, brought Fre-

mont back into focus. There are many major development issues facing the city and within each of them, quality of life including preservation of open space and a healthy environment should be given priority. Isn’t that what professional planners preach?

In the midst of political campaign season, with widespread support for the initiative and passions inflamed by visible wavering of the council, it appeared that, once again, decisive action was not on the council plate. However, with a thin 3-2 margin, the resolution passed and averted an additional crisis of confidence with this council. Congratulations to the Private Open Space Initiative group.

Democracy does work!

EDITOR Helen Tracey-Noren EDUCATION Miriam G. Mazliach FEATURES Julie Grabowski GOVERNMENT Simon Wong TRAVEL & DINING Sharon Marshak PHOTOGRAPHERS Mike Heightchew Don Jedlovec DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Gerry Johnston

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS Karin Diamond Margaret Fuentes BOOKKEEPING Vandana Dua

William Marshak PUBLISHER

REPORTERS Jessica Noël Flohr Janet Grant Philip Holmes Catherine Kirch Susana Nunez Suzanne Ortt Praveena Raman Mauricio Segura Angie Wang

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California State University considers budget alternatives SUBMITTED BY STEPHANIE THARA, CSU With the state budget for 2012-13 now signed, the California State University (CSU) Board of Trustees discussed budget options for the system at its regularly scheduled board meeting on July 17. The final budget relies on the successful passage of the Governor’s tax measure in November. University officials laid out the difficult budget choices if voters don’t approve the measure and the CSU faces an additional $250 million mid-year “trigger” cut. Options included strategies to reduce payroll costs, a “triggered” mid-year tuition fee increase, enrollment reductions, and other ideas will all be part of the contingencies being considered.

Facing a nearly $16 billion deficit, the state budget adopted by the legislature and the Governor keeps the CSU’s budget essentially flat. However, should the Governor’s tax measure fail, the CSU will face an additional $250 million mid-year “trigger” cut. In that event, the system will have lost almost $1.2 billion or 39 percent of its state support since 2007-08.

Although the campuses and the Chancellor’s Office have implemented numerous cost reduction actions – including furloughs and a workforce reduction of more than 3,000 employees – a large portion of the funding gap has been covered by one-time resources and deferrals.

Staff will present two alternative strategies to address a potential $250 million mid-year “trigger” cut with both options sharing components including reducing salaries or increasing employees' share of benefit costs; reducing faculty assigned time and sabbaticals; charging for excess units, and the use of continuing education funds and other one-time resources. One option preserves access by not cutting enrollment while the other relies on larger payroll reductions by maintaining tuition fee levels.

The board isn’t expected to make final decisions on a contingency budget plan until it meets in September.

For more information, visit www.calstate.edu

Annie Yu WEB MASTER RAMAN CONSULTING Venkat Raman LEGAL COUNSEL Stephen F. Von Till, Esq.

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Camp RYLA ice cream extravaganza SUBMITTED BY FRANK DE SMIDT This years' camp RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) was held Mid-June at Camp Campbell in the Santa Cruz Mountains with a BBQ dinner served on Thursday, June 21, featuring Tri-Tip beef, grilled chicken, chili, salad, corn cobs, and garlic bread, plus ice cream. About a dozen Milpitas Rotarians and friends were on hand to serve 50 gallons of ice cream in 10 different flavors with all the toppings to around 225 area high school juniors and seniors, some of whom are Rotary Interact officers and members plus Rotary officials, volunteers, and RYLA staff.

RYLA goals: Demonstrate Rotary's respect and concern for youth; Provide an effective training experience for selected youth and potential leaders; Encourage leadership of youth by youth; and Recognize publicly young people who are rendering service to their communities.

Milpitas Rotarians and friends at the Camp RYLA BBQ Ice Cream Dessert table: (L-R) Norm Lacroix,Vadana Bhalla, Dan Youngs, Alan David, Charlene Brooks, Mark Tiernan, Deanna Melen, Alena David, Jessie Rich, and John Jay.

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

Fremont City Council Fremont City Council July 19, 2012

“viable and actionable plan.” Councilmembers had high praise for the process and recommendations. Plan document is available on Fremont website (www.fremont.gov) Regular Meeting

Special Meeting Ceremonial Items: Fremont will celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, August 7, 2012. Over 120 block parties have been registered so far and another 20-30 are expected by that evening.

Fremont Festival of the Arts is recognized as the largest celebration of its kind anywhere. It will be held in the Civic Center area August 4-5.

Scheduled Items: BART Presentation on Warm Springs/South Fremont architectural design. The station is expected to be a unique, structure designed to accommodate access from both East and West entrances. Designs by world-renowned artist Catherine Widgery have been selected for the iconic rotunda and interior. Construction of Lake Elizabeth tunnel is almost complete. A public celebration is planned at completion. Service to Warm Springs is projected to begin 2015.

Comment on Urban Land Institute analysis of the Warm Springs area to create a

Barracudas Win Last Dual Meet of the Season

BY MAYURI JAYARAMAN The Barracudas welcomed the Warm Springs Gators to their pool on Saturday, July 21.

The weather proved to be a very hot summer day. The Cudas knew that this was going to be an exciting meet because it was the last meet between two teams before Championships. Most swimmers had the familiar preChampionship jitters throughout the meet. Although the Cudas were nervous, everyone swam hard, which led to another win. The score was 600 to 466.

Before the meet, the Barracudas’ head coach, Don French, reminded them to not slack off just because it was the last dual meet of the season. During the meet, the three coaches of the Barracudas honored the graduating seniors with flowers. We will truly miss them all.

The Barracudas are thrilled, and nervous, to be going to Chabot College next Saturday to be competing against all the other teams in the East Bay Swim League at Championships.

The Barracudas are preparing for this climactic meet, and they are looking forward to competing against all of the other teams.

Consent: Delegate authority to City Manager during council recess.

Approve 10-year extension with Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. to install, construct, maintain and use pipes and appurtenances for Nitrogen Gas in public right-of-way.

Rezone property at 303 Hackamore Lane (Dutra – recuse).

Rezone property at 38599 Paseo Padre Parkway (Dutra – recuse).

Resolution for municipal candidates to deposit $3,462 for statement costs.

Award contract for Patterson House rehabilitation for $540,365.

Set General Obligation Bond tax rate for 2012/13 at $0.0094 per $100 assessed valuation.

Street vacation at Paseo Padre Pkwy and Mowry Ave for Whole Foods (Dutra – recuse).

Award base repair contract to O’Grady Paving for $1,949,311.

Accept highway bridge replacement grand funds for Old Canyon Road Bridge.

Purchase radio equipment for Public Works, Community Development and Community Services.

Award contract for Police Building wall coverings to Saboo, Inc. for $118,000.

Authorize service agreement with Abode Services for Emergency Shelter Program, $117,776.

Assignment of golf course lease to Kijoung Ruy Award bid for police in-car camera system to Coban Technologies, Inc. for $663,651,75.

Public Safety Capital projects appropriations.

Contract with Alameda County Behavioral Health Care for adolescent alcohol and drug intervention and treatment services.

Set a public hearing to consider a land exchange of approx. 529 squre feet in Irvington Community Park and Our Lady of Guadalupe Church.

Scheduled Items: Private Open Space Plan amendment.

Consider implementing the provisions of the Private Open Space initiative thereby removing the need for this to be placed on

the November ballot. Re-designate 26 properties from Private Open Space to General Open Space, two parcels on Estates Terrace from Private Open Space to Hill Face Open Space, Re-designate one parcel on Cyrstaline Drive to General Open Space, Re-designate four parcels on Sabercat Road to General Open Space.

Make changes to General Plan as necessary. (Approved 3-2. Aye: Morrison, Natarajan, Dutra; Nay: Harrison, Chan) Enter into an Exclusive Right to Negotiate with CenterStreet Development and Blake Hunt Ventures for Centerville Unified Site.

Referral: Mayor Morrison proposed directing staff to explore the establishment of a Sustainability Commission.

Mayor Gus Morrison Aye Vice Mayor Anu Natarajan Aye Bill Harrison Aye (except where noted) Suzanne Lee Chan Aye (except where noted) Dominic Dutra Aye (except recusals)

Bluefins Hang on to the End!

BY CANDY ALCOSIBA The Bluefins gave the San Leandro Drowning Darryls a good strong fight on Saturday, July 14, and although in the end they lost by a mere sixteen points to the dominating and undefeated team, they are confident that they will take them at the East Bay Swim League championship meet on July 28, 2012.

The Bluefins are no stranger to fierce competition and always arise to the occasion of a hardy challenge. And although they were down many key swimmers, the team prevailed in their own right. Records were broken, goals were met and relay teams dominated the day.

The Bluefins have been known for their powerhouse relay teams, and Saturday’s meet was no exception to their many routine wins.

The Medley relay teams that swept the competition were the 9/10 girls and boys, 11/12 boys, 13/14 girls and 15/18 girls. The 15/18 girl’s medley relay team has gone undefeated the entire season and they are not going to easily surrender that title come champi-

Victories were made throughout the day and the Bluefins newcomer Leonardo Tse dominated his events earning a first place for the 50 free, 50 back and 50 fly. Adrian Rosales took first place in the boy’s under six 25 yard freestyle breaking Jeff Parson’s – former Bluefin – record that was set back in 1997.

The team is completing their sixteenth season and very unified and supportive. "As I swam today, I realized this is my last away dual meet since I will graduate off the team this year and I am so proud to have been a Bluefin for the last nine years because we have a fantastic team, and I will always be a Bluefin at heart!"

As the team has faced absentees, injuries and other setbacks throughout the season, they still have managed to prevail. Although they have experienced a few team losses as a result of these setbacks, they are determined to reign victoriously at the championship meet, which is what it all comes down to in the end. And as they head to this Saturday’s meet against the Treeview Dolphins, only one thing is acceptable for the determined team, and that is victory!

onships. The dynamic team has remained untouchable throughout.

The domination continued as the free relay teams took victory with the 8 and under girls, both the 11/12 boys and girls team as well as the 13/14 boys and girls and 15/18 boys and girls - nearly a clean sweep in the free relay event.

Other successful victories during the Saturday’s meet were the first, second and third place triumph of the 11/12 boy’s 50 yard breast stroke. Joshua Tsai took first, followed by Emmanuel Ngbemeneh and finishing in third, the Bluefins dedicated and hardworking Sebastian Gonzalez. But it wasn’t just the boy’s breast stroke that managed a clean sweep, the girl’s 13/14 fifty yard breast was clinched by Teresa Lee, followed by Mary McKinley in second place and Amanda Castillo completing the sweep.

Quarter of a million meals served SUBMITTED BY BETTY DEFOREST South Hayward Parish, a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the under-privileged communities within Hayward, reached a milestone; more than 250,000 were meals provided to low-income families and individuals in the last year.

This record-breaking number is both a cause for celebration and concern.

What many would consider a miracle is testament to the astonishing success of a small organization consisting of four staff

members and a handful of volunteers.

Despite budget cuts on the already limited financial support from the state, South Hayward Parish has managed to continue to provide the community with high quality foods and produce. The non-profit has been able to sustain its food distribution program with the help and cooperation of the Hayward Unified School District, Alameda Regional Food Bank, and local corporations including Panera Bakery, Costco and Target.

In spite of this success, this accomplishment highlights the essential need

for agencies such as South Hayward Parish to serve the growing populations of low-income families. As the organization’s resources and its ability to serve the community are stretched thinly, the number of people without access to the basics, especially food and fresh produce, steadily increases as the economy continues to struggle.

South Hayward Parish continues to serve its local community to the best of its ability. As a community of seven congregations of a variety of different faiths, South Hayward Parish strives to engage people in

interfaith dialogue to administer to the needs of all individuals regardless of sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, race or geographic origin. In addition to providing food, South Hayward Parish also provides individuals with free showers and supports a number of other programs including Planned Parenthood, nutrition classes and Hayward Community Action Network to effectively build and maintain a just and nurturing community.

For more information, contact Ralph Moralez, Program Director, at (510) 785-3663.

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JEWISH Congregation Shir Ami 4529 Malabar Ave., Castro Valley 510-537-1787 www.congshirami.org Temple Beth Torah 42000 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont 510-656-7141 www.bethtorah-fremont.org

KOREAN NC HAN MA EUM KOREAN CHURCH 4500 Thornton Ave., Fremont 510-661-9079 www.j-church.org

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WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 38801 Blacow Rd., Fremont 510-793-6285 www.holytrinityfremont.org

Central Church of Christ 38069 Martha Avenue, #100 Fremont 510-792-2858

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Crossroads Church 41386 Fremont Blvd., Fremont 510-651-0301 www.crossroadsfremont.org

Memorial Lutheran Chapel for the Deaf 874 Washington Blvd., Fremont 510-276-3860 Messiah Lutheran Church 25400 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward WWW.messiahhayward.org 510-782-6727

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Mission Springs Community Church 48989 Milmont Dr., Fremont 510-490-0446 www.msccfremont.org

New Birth Christian Ministry Center 3565 Arden Rd., Hayward 510-782-1937 Revelation Christian Fellowship 1670 Orchard Ave., San Leandro 510-352-4707 www.revelationcf.org True Jesus Church 1190 Davis St., San Leandro 510-522-2125 www.tjc.org Victory Outreach Fremont 40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont 510-683-4660 info@vofremont.org

ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN St. Christina Orthodox Church 3612 Peralta Ave., Fremont 510-739-0908 www.stchristinaorthodox.org

PENTECOSTAL Glad Tidings Church of God in Christ 27689 Tyrrell Ave., Hayward 510-783-9377 www.gladtidingscogic.com Newark Christian Center 37371 Filbert St., Newark 510-793-6630 The Pentecostals of Hayward 25715 Mission Blvd., Hayward 510-733-0443 Union City Apostolic Church 33700 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City 510-489-0687 www.ucapostolic.org

PRESBYTERIAN Centerville Presbyterian Church 4360 Central Ave., Fremont 510-793-3575 www.cpcfremont.org First Presbyterian Church of Hayward 2490 Grove Way, Castro Valley (510) 581-6203 http://firstpreshayward.com

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Hayward Seventh-Day Adventist Church 26400 Gading Rd., Hayward 510-782-3422 Hayward.AdventistFaith.org

First Presbyterian Church San Leandro 180 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro 510-483-2772 FPCSanLeandro.org

Milpitas Adventist Center 1991 Landess Ave., Milpitas 408 726-5331 www.milpitas.netadventist.org

Immanuel Presbyterian Church of Fremont 4333 Hansen Ave., Fremont 510-494-8020 www.ipcf.net Irvington Presbyterian Church 4181 Irvington Ave. (corner Chapel & Irvington), Fremont 510-657-3133 New Bridges Presbyterian Church 26236 Adrian Ave., Hayward 510-786-9333 newbridgespresby@gmail.com Westminister Hills Presbyterian Church 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward (510) 782-5795 www.whpchurch.org

REFORMED CHURCH IN AMERICA New Hope Community Church 2190 Peralta Blvd., Fremont 510-739-0430 www.newhopefremont.org

RELIGIOUS SCIENCE Center For Spiritual LivingFremont 40155 Blacow Rd., Fremont 510-656-9955 www.CSL-Fremont.org

SALVATION ARMY Hayward Citadel Corps 430 A St., Hayward 510- 581 - 6444 The Tri-Cities Corps 36700 Newark Blvd., Newark 510-793-6319 Korean Congregation Army 36700 Newark Blvd., Newark 510 - 793 - 6319

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST Community Seventh-Day Church 606 H St., Union City 510-429-8446 www.unioncity22.adventistchurchconnect.org/ East Bay Fil-Am Seventh Day Adventist Church 32441 Pulaski Dr., Hayward 510-324-1597 Fremont Chinese Seventh-Day Adventist Church 1301 Mowry, Fremont 415-585-4440 or 408-616-9535 Fremont Seventh-Day Adventist Church 225 Driscoll Rd., Fremont 510-384-0304 http://fremont.netadvantist.org

SIKHISM Fremont Gurdwara 300 Gurdwara Rd., Fremont 510-790-0177 www.fremontgurdwara.org

UNITARIAN Mission Peak UU Congregation (meets at FUMC's Cole Hall) 2950 Washington Blvd., Fremont 510-252-1477 www.mpuuc.org

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST Eden United Church of Christ 21455 Birch St. @ Grove Way, Hayward 510-582-9533 www.edenucc.com Filipino American United Church of Christ 4587 Peralta Blvd., Fremont 510-797-8408 filamucc@sbcglobal.net Fremont Congregational Church 38255 Blacow Rd., Fremont 510-793-3970 www.fremontucc.net Niles Congregational Church 255 H St., Fremont 510-797-0895 www.nccucc.org San Lorenzo Community Church 945 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo 510-276-4808 The Little Brown Church 141 Kilkare Rd., Sunol 925-862-2004 www.littlebrownchurchofsunol.o rg United Church of Hayward 30540 Mission Blvd.

Hayward (510) 471-4452 www.haywarducc.org

UNITY CHURCH Unity of Fremont 36600 Niles Blvd., Fremont at the First Christian Church 510-797-5234 www.unityoffremont.org

VIETNAMESE CHRISTIAN CHURCH Vietnamese Christian & Missionary Alliance Church 38325 Cedar Blvd., Newark 510-623-9063 www.htnewark.org

DENOMINATIONAL Cathedral of Faith–Milpitas Service held at: Curtner Elementary School 275 Redwood Ave., Milpitas www.cathedraloffaith.org

Volleyball Tournament supports India Literacy Project SUBMITTED BY DR. RAMESH KONDA

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ay Area Telugu Association (BATA) organized its 6th Annual Volleyball Tournament on June 23rd, 2012 in Sunnyvale. Proceeds from the tournament were donated to the “India Literacy Project “(ILP) money Due to the overwhelming response, this year also there were three groups “Advanced”, “Intermediate" & “Recreation” for Men and a group for Women. In total, 40 teams participated in this event, involving more than 300 players. Funds raised from this tournament will be spent toward providing free education to at least three schools for a year in India.

BATA committee consisting of Ramesh Konda (President), Kamesh Malla (Vice President), Kalyan Kattamuri(Secretary), Srirsha Battula (Treasurer), Yaswanth Kudaravalli (Jt. Secretary), Vijaya Aasuri, Jyotsna Bendapudi, Sumanth Pusuluri, Kondal Komaragiri & Veeru Vuppala thanked volunteers for their efforts in organizing the tournament.

BATA-ILP Volleyball Cup 2012 results Women: Winner – Tino Mom’s Runner up – Power Girls Men (Recreation Group): Winner – Fremont Friends Runner up – Fun Volleyball Men (Intermediate Group): Winner – VB Gang A Runner up – Bouncers Men (Advance Group): Winner – Pioneers Runner up – Powers

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WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE

July 24, 2012

10 lines/$10/ 10 Weeks $50/Year Rotary Club of Niles We meet Thursdays at 12:15 p.m.

Washington Hospital West 2500 Mowry Ave. Conrad Anderson Auditorium, Fremont www.nilesrotary.org

(510) 739-1000

Rotary Club Mission San Jose Fridays at 12:15 p.m.

Papillon Restaurant 37296 Mission Blvd.

Fremont (510) 656-5056 Visit our club. See why we joined for business & fellowship and stayed to change the world.

We welcome new members

Kennedy High School Flea Market First Saturday Every Month Except January 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

All Spaces $20 For more info call 510-657-4070 x27150 bsterling@fremont.k12.ca.us 39999 Blacow Rd., Fremont

Union City Football & Cheer League Season 2012 For more information call Colt Hotline (510) 441-8235 or Check our our website www.ucflcolts.org We are also looking for Cheer & Football Coaches

Homeless Solutions Free, monthly one-hour tour Abode Services housing site Hear resident stories Learn how you can help homeless individuals/families.

(510) 657-7409 x203 or visit www.abodeservices.org Because everyone should have a home.

Friendship Force Quarterly meetings Homestays abroad Hosting visitors “Changing the way you see the world” www.ffsfba.org www.thefriendshipforce.org 510-794-6844

Country Club of Washington Township Women’s Club First Tuesday of each month at 1:00 p.m.

October through June St. James Episcopal Church 37051 Cabrillo Terrace (off Thornton Ave., Fremont) maryingold06@sbcglobal.net (510)656-2521

FREE FILMS AND PUBLIC DISCUSSIONS Screenings on the Second Saturday of each month except August 1:30pm, Niles Discovery Church 255 H Steet at 3rd 510-797-0895 www.TriCityPerspectives.org

Having trouble controlling the way you eat?

Today there is a solution.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous Mondays, 7:00 – 8:30 PM Centerville Presbyterian Church, Room E-204 4360 Central Ave., Fremont Teri M. 510-757-8214 www.foodaddicts.org Is Food a Problem for You? Overeaters Anonymous NO dues - NO fees - NO diets Monday 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.

St. James Episcopal Church 37051 Cabrillo Ter, Fremont Saturday 10:30 a.m. - Noon 1st Presbyterian Church 35450 Newark Blvd, Newark southernalamedacountyoa.org

SAVE (Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments) Domestic Violence Support Group (Drop In & FREE) Tue & Thur 7 pm – 9 pm Fri 9:15 am – 11 am 1900 Mowry, 4th Fl. Fremont Office (510) 574-2250 24/7 Hotline (510) 794-6055 www.save-dv.org

SUBMITTED BY ANDREW LAMAR Legislation by Senate Majority Leader Ellen M. Corbett (DSan Leandro) designed to help lower the costs of textbooks for college students has been signed into law by Governor Jerry Brown. The bill takes effect January 1, 2013.

Senate Bill 1539 requires publishers of text books used in higher education to inform professors and purchasers of the differences in the text books from previous editions and also of all the products they offer on the same topic. Without the availability of this information, pro-

Shout out to your community Our readers can post information including: Activities Announcements For sale Garage sales Group meetings Lost and found For the extremely low cost of $10 for up to 10 weeks, your message will reach thousands of friends and neighbors every Friday in the TCV printed version and continuously online.

TCV has the right to reject any posting to the Community Bulletin Board. Payment must be received in advance.

Cougars Girls Summer Basketball Camp Mon - Fri, July 16 -20, 9.30am -2.30pm Camp for girls 8 -15 years old All skill levels are welcome Silliman Activity Center 6800 Mowry Ave, Newark www.newark.org 510-578-4620, darryl14r@aol.com

Fremont Cribbage Club Tues-Beginners-No Entry Fee Wed-Advanced $11 Entry Fee 100% Pay Back Top Winners 6:15pm Round Table Pizza 37480 Fremont Blvd. cribbagegr43@yahoo.com Or call Tracy (510) 793-6472 American Cribbage Congress www.cribbage.org Caregivers of loved ones with Serious Mental Illness NAMI-Alameda County offers a free 12 week course beginning September 8th from 9:00 to 11:30 Union City. Registration required.

Call Peggy Rahman at 510-825-1564 e-mail nami-ac@mhaac.org http://nami-acnews.blogspot.com http://www.namialamedacounty.org

SAVE (Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments)

St Rose Hospital receives highest safety rating in East Bay St. Rose Hospital, Hayward, is proud to be recognized amongst some of the safest hospitals in the United States. Infections, surgical mistakes and other medical harm contribute to the deaths of 180,000 hospital patients a year. Another 1.4 million are seriously hurt by their hospital care.

The August 2012 issue of Consumer Reports contains safety ratings for 1,159 of the 6,268 hospitals in the United States. The scoring process consisted of six categories ranking hospital safety including: infections, re-admissions, communication, scanning, complications and mortality. St. Rose Hospital received the highest safety rating of all East Bay hospitals and higher than most in California.

It is evident that St. Rose Hospital is addressing this critical issue by instituting safety initiatives such as electronic medical records to help prevent drug errors, checklists to prevent infections, hosting Project Red, a grant-funded program dedicated to re-engineering the discharge process to prevent re-admissions. These are just a few examples St. Rose Hospital has executed to meet our patient safety goals.

Patient safety continues to be of utmost importance at St. Rose Hospital. We are committed to implementing quality enhancements to provide our patients with a safe and healthy environment.

For the full Consumer Reports article, visit http://tinyurl.com/6sqmeeg

fessors and others, who are charged with selecting the textbook to use for a college class, often do not know about the alternatives.

This information will let professors and students know whether purchasing an expensive new edition is necessary for a class or if a less expensive option, such as a previous edition or a different book, will suffice. By reducing reliance on new editions, the bill also helps provide a market for used books, allowing students to recoup more of their book buying costs by selling their books after using them for class.

“This legislation is one logical way to help lower the cost of text books so college students on tight budgets can stay in school,” Corbett said. “The high cost of college text books now forces many students to choose between paying their utility bills or buying the materials they need for class; that’s not the way it should be.”

For more information, visit www.sen.ca.gov/corbett

Payment is for one posting only. Any change will be considered a new posting and incur a new fee.

The “NO” List: • No commercial announcements, services or sales • No personal services (escort services, dating services, etc.)

• No sale items over $100 value • No automobile or real estate sales • No animal sales (nonprofit humane organization adoptions accepted) • No P.O. boxes unless physical address is verified

by TCV

Are You Troubled By Someone's Drinking? Al-Anon and Alateen are here to help.

Al-Anon has but one purpose: to help families of alcoholics. We share our experience, strength, and hope. www.ncwsa.org for a meeting near you, or call (510) 276-2270, or email Easyduz@gmail.com.

ShaBarbeque?=Shabbat plus Barbeque Temple Beth Torah invites you to casual outdoor Shabbat Services followed by a BBQ picnic dinner.

(We provide the coals, you bring the rest.)

Fri. 6/29,7/27, 8/31 at 6:30pm Also, Barbershop Quartet, Sat., 7/21 at 8pm For details see www.bethtorah-fremont.org or call (510) 656-7141

Serious Mental Illness Free 12 week course for caregivers of someone with a serious mental illness starting Aug 30, 2012 from 6:30-9:00pm in Union City. Registration required.

Contact: Michele at 510-790-1010 or Email michele@mhaac.org http://UCevening.blogspot.com http://www.NAMI.org/f2f

FREE Restraining Order Clinic (Domestic Violence) Mon @ San Leandro PD 9am-Noon Tues @ Hayward PD 1–4 pm Wed @ SAVE’s Office 9am-1pm Office (510) 574-2250 24/7 Hotline (510) 794-6055 www.save-dv.org

SUBMITTED BY RENEE SNYDER

Governor signs legislation to help reduce study materials cost

510-494-1999 tricityvoice@aol.com

FREE AIRPLANE RIDES FOR KIDS AGES 8-17 Young Eagles Hayward Airport various Saturdays www.vaa29.org Please call with questions (510) 703-1466 youngeagles29@aol.com

HOME SALES REPORT CASTRO VALLEY | TOTAL SALES: 16 Highest $: 650,000 Median $: 457,500 Lowest $: 205,000 Average $: 461,156 ADDRESS

ZIP

19536 Alana Road 4136 Arcadian Drive 4167 Berdina Road 19515 Helen Place 4518 Heyer Avenue 16993 Hinton Court 2819 Jennifer Drive 18439 Lakecrest Court 18937 Madison Avenue 21859 Orange Avenue 3446 Remco Street 1852 Riverbank Avenue 2515 Titan Way 4967 Heyer Avenue 7263 Morton Place 3651 Pinon Canyon Court

94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94552 94552 94552

SOLD FOR BDS

618,000 625,000 450,000 499,000 555,000 650,000 445,000 338,000 541,000 205,000 530,000 320,000 515,000 295,000 457,500 335,000

5 3 3 4 3 3 4 2 4 3 3 3 4 2

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3387 2393 1511 1527 2218 1350 1214 2110 848 1830 1186 1761 1008 1887 1258

1947 1976 1940 1998 1962 1961 1955 1948 1943 1962 1947 1948 1952 2003 1996

06-15-12 06-19-12 06-15-12 06-20-12 06-18-12 06-15-12 06-12-12 06-13-12 06-13-12 06-14-12 06-19-12 06-12-12 06-20-12 06-15-12 06-19-12 06-15-12

FREMONT | TOTAL SALES: 78 Highest $: 1,900,000 Median $: Lowest $: 135,000 Average $: ADDRESS

ZIP

38839 Altura Street 94536 3400 Brookmill Court 94536 3243 Cade Drive 94536 36045 Carnation Way 94536 4272 Dali Street 94536 3327 Foxtail Terrace 94536 4762 Gertrude Drive 94536 145 Grau Drive 94536 4011 Hemingway Common 94536 375 Hillview Drive 94536 37884 Los Arboles Drive 94536 35951 Magellan Drive 94536 4942 Mildred Drive 94536 37462 Parish Circle #19D 94536 3443 Pepperwood Trc #304 94536 38450 Redwood Terrace 94536 5278 Reeder Court 94536 35416 Roca Drive 94536 38824 Stillwater Common 94536 1910 Barrymore Common #M 94538 42697 Bellwood Court 94538 5425 Borgia Road 94538 3182 Estero Terrace 94538 4172 Eugene Street 94538 39993 Fremont Boulevard #17 94538 4668 Griffith Avenue 94538 4463 Hyde Common #210 94538 4942 Hyde Park Drive 94538 40431 Laiolo Road 94538 129 Lichen Court 94538 4140 Michael Avenue 94538 4753 Natalie Avenue 94538 43281 Newport Drive 94538 4618 Reed Court 94538 4633 Selkirk Street 94538 3909 Stevenson Blvd #401 94538 4769 Versailles Park Court 94538

SOLD FOR BDS

722,500 615,000 601,000 525,000 476,000 135,000 421,000 435,000 440,000 470,000 365,000 392,000 650,000 235,000 145,000 254,000 620,000 402,000 565,000 171,500 568,000 520,000 566,500 335,000 217,000 535,000 430,000 511,000 288,000 334,000 558,000 401,000 340,000 400,000 289,500 175,000 695,000

4 3 4 3 3 2 3 3 3 3 2 3 5 2 1 2 3 3 3 1 3 3 3 2 4 2 6 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 4

525,000 596,865

SQFT

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2186 1302 1775 1370 1232 750 1262 1439 1669 1316 1120 1150 2290 942 936 1400 1688 1662 1423 640 1215 1554 1233 1360 1744 1252 2610 925 1157 1248 1510 1000 1078 1158 1042 2294

1977 1994 1984 1956 1968 1986 1961 1985 1999 1954 1971 1956 1965 1989 1986 1982 1965 1964 1987 1981 1959 1961 1956 1987 1963 2009 1961 1955 1962 1959 1959 1958 1963 1959 1972 1963

06-15-12 06-15-12 06-19-12 06-15-12 06-13-12 06-18-12 06-12-12 06-14-12 06-11-12 06-13-12 06-14-12 06-15-12 06-15-12 06-12-12 06-18-12 06-15-12 06-13-12 06-13-12 06-13-12 06-14-12 06-20-12 06-13-12 06-20-12 06-20-12 06-15-12 06-12-12 06-14-12 06-12-12 06-20-12 06-11-12 06-13-12 06-14-12 06-19-12 06-12-12 06-20-12 06-13-12 06-20-12

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HOME SALES REPORT 4469 Westerly Common #60 3632 Yorktown Road 48516 Avalon Heights Terrace 34 Callery Court 2030 Castillejo Way 131 Castro Lane 347 Dana Street 608 Festivo Court 1756 Firth Court 201 Helado Road 70 Lima Terrace 130 Lurene Drive 1898 Marabu Way 520 Mill Creek Road 42345 Osgood Road 35 Pilgrim Loop 49113 Rose Terrace 47466 San Clemente Terrace 46944 Shale Common #111 48134 Starlite Court 1621 Via Sombrio 44821 Winding Lane 34212 Aberdeen Terrace 33997 Capulet Circle 4410 Darwin Drive 34246 Della Terrace 4129 Greenland Terrace 33331 Jamie Circle 4805 Kentfield Common 3956 Lake Mead Drive 32582 Lake Tana Street 4762 Mallard Common 33659 Mello Way 4521 Norocco Circle 33264 Palomino Common 33590 Quail Run Road 5887 Remer Terrace 32700 Shaver Lake Street 6106 Sienna Terrace #51 34308 Siward Drive 34102 Spezia Terrace

94538 94538 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94539 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555 94555

460,000 350,000 1,336,500 1,001,000 960,000 1,070,000 947,000 1,490,000 1,075,000 1,000,000 1,199,000 620,000 805,000 1,900,000 290,000 1,325,000 480,000 1,541,000 300,000 549,000 1,205,000 760,000 205,000 690,000 510,000 492,000 196,000 600,000 553,000 326,500 301,500 530,000 788,000 665,000 539,000 825,000 635,000 515,000 572,000 646,000 500,000

3 4 4 3 4 3 5 3 4 4 3 3 4 2 5 3 4 2 3 4 3 2 2 4 3 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 2 4 3

1292 1340 3083 1862 1761 2454 1008 3317 2308 2095 2629 1516 1650 4132 840 4048 1399 3561 936 1434 2533 1423 988 1750 1402 1324 1220 1904 1477 1362 1071 1647 2677 1717 1988 2598 1611 1871 1783 1647 1481

HAYWARD | TOTAL SALES: 56 Highest $: 850,000 Median $: Lowest $: 85,000 Average $: ADDRESS

ZIP

22808 5th Street 94541 611 Atherton Place #106 94541 2201 Fernwood Court 94541 2981 Hardeman Street 94541 1809 Hill Avenue 94541 882 Irvin Court 94541 23049 Lakeridge Avenue 94541 3135 Madsen Street 94541 22764 Marolyn Court 94541 19579 Meekland Avenue 94541 20910 Montgomery Avenue 94541 21883 Prospect Street 94541 23461 Stonewall Avenue 94541 22873 Upland Way 94541 16991 Westerman Court 94541 654 Yorton Lane 94541 122 Carrick Circle 94542 318 Carrick Circle 94542 27917 Edgecliff Way 94542 3434 Otter Court 94542 3504 Skyline Drive 94542 872 Adeline Street 94544 308 Arrowhead Way 94544 24823 Arvilla Lane 94544 24987 Avocado Court 94544 328 Beale Drive 94544 774 Bishop Avenue 94544 24725 Broadmore Avenue 94544 25443 Charles Avenue 94544 146 Geneva Avenue 94544 29581 Highgate Drive #218 94544 27021 Jennings Way 94544 612 Minerva Street 94544 668 Minerva Street 94544 29612 Mountain Oak Court #7094544 371 Oharron Drive 94544 27730 Pensacola Way 94544 28317 Ruus Road 94544 711 Schafer Road 94544 24432 Silva Avenue 94544 27427 Stoneridge Court #5 94544 1092 Sumatra Street 94544 1404 Thiel Road 94544 24930 Thomas Avenue 94544 31321 Wheelon Avenue 94544 24652 Woodacre Avenue 94544 25459 Calaroga Avenue 94545 26913 Creole Place 94545 26279 Danforth Lane 94545 2681 Darwin Street 94545 26088 Kay Avenue #111 94545 2740 Plover Court 94545 27516 Ponderosa Court 94545 2475 Ramona Drive 94545 2763 Seadrift Lane 94545 1996 Swift Court 94545

SOLD FOR BDS

275,000 195,000 375,000 345,000 264,500 225,500 257,500 297,500 160,000 273,000 315,000 250,000 271,000 218,000 215,000 335,000 730,000 850,000 453,500 515,000 455,000 267,000 572,000 225,000 375,000 212,000 229,000 330,000 255,000 200,000 126,000 250,000 231,000 213,000 85,000 225,000 190,000 280,000 385,000 186,000 145,000 331,000 282,000 233,000 345,000 294,000 320,000 230,000 300,000 250,000 125,000 740,000 149,000 270,000 560,000 275,000

3 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 2 3 3 4 6 4 4 3 5 3 4 4 3 3 3 3 2 3 4 3 1 3 3 3 2 3 2 3 1 4 3 3 4 3 3 3 2 4 3 3 5 4

ZIP

1142 Belbrook Way 1509 Big Basin Drive 1843 Big Bend Drive 1720 Cortez Street 860 Coyote Street 53 Ede Lane 151 Evening Star Court 1304 Gingerwood Drive 339 Meadowhaven Way 2172 Mesa Verde Drive 223 Metropolitan Drive 700 South Abel Street #404 1219 Stellar Way 798 Vasona Street

95035 95035 95035 95035 95035 95035 95035 95035 95035 95035 95035 95035 95035 95035

SOLD FOR BDS

750,000 323,000 520,000 375,000 464,000 455,000 378,500 685,000 575,000 593,000 550,000 375,000 565,000 480,000

4 3 4 3 2 3 3 4 4 4 4 2 4 3

ZIP

SOLD FOR BDS

267,000 302,866 BUILT

CLOSED

1018 1075 1800 1174 2135 1162 1325 975 1332 1135 2238 1359 1071 1071 1468 2876 4634 2294 2280 1808 1373 2464 1139 1821 1138 1081 1360 951 927 906 1408 1233 1233 579 951 1000 1504 846 1020 1008 1521 1576 1248 1744 1161 1280 1215 1163 1128 936 3489 1254 1074 2440 1387

1949 1997 1953 1955 1938 1952 1987 1950 2005 1939 1959 1956 1949 1951 1990 2007 2007 1968 1979 1979 1954 1999 1951 1996 1950 1954 1956 1950 1951 1988 1955 1956 1956 1985 1950 1954 1955 1959 1950 1955 1948 1952 1955 1956 1959 1957 1960 1956 1985 2004 1970 1938 2005 1964

06-19-12 06-14-12 06-13-12 06-18-12 06-14-12 06-19-12 06-14-12 06-19-12 06-15-12 06-12-12 06-19-12 06-15-12 06-14-12 06-15-12 06-14-12 06-12-12 06-13-12 06-19-12 06-15-12 06-20-12 06-14-12 06-15-12 06-20-12 06-15-12 06-11-12 06-11-12 06-13-12 06-15-12 06-20-12 06-18-12 06-13-12 06-19-12 06-15-12 06-18-12 06-18-12 06-14-12 06-11-12 06-13-12 06-12-12 06-08-12 06-12-12 06-12-12 06-15-12 06-14-12 06-14-12 06-12-12 06-19-12 06-15-12 06-12-12 06-19-12 06-15-12 06-14-12 06-15-12 06-19-12 06-13-12 06-20-12

480,000 506,321

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2097 1180 1737 1067 1248 1359 1240 1867 1653 1240 1764 1259 1527 1277

1978 1971 1966 1954 1964 2007 1969 1991 1994 1971 2000 2007 1969 1960

06-22-12 06-21-12 06-25-12 06-21-12 06-28-12 06-27-12 06-28-12 06-22-12 06-28-12 06-21-12 06-27-12 06-28-12 06-28-12 06-25-12

NEWARK | TOTAL SALES: 11 Highest $: 525,000 Median $: Lowest $: 245,000 Average $: ADDRESS

06-19-12 06-19-12 06-12-12 06-13-12 06-12-12 06-14-12 06-15-12 06-15-12 06-12-12 06-19-12 06-13-12 06-19-12 06-15-12 06-15-12 06-15-12 06-14-12 06-20-12 06-14-12 06-13-12 06-12-12 06-20-12 06-14-12 06-20-12 06-13-12 06-15-12 06-18-12 06-15-12 06-13-12 06-13-12 06-14-12 06-20-12 06-20-12 06-12-12 06-13-12 06-11-12 06-19-12 06-19-12 06-19-12 06-12-12 06-15-12 06-15-12

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MILPITAS | TOTAL SALES: 14 Highest $: 750,000 Median $: Lowest $: 323,000 Average $: ADDRESS

2007 1954 1995 1951 1979 1998 1953 1979 1988 1975 1985 1985 1977 1956 1953 1994 2004 1999 1962 1973 1961 1970 1986 1972 1988 1970 1991 1989 1969 1976 1987 1988 1982 1991 1984 1988 1976 1992 1986 2010

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425,000 392,000 BUILT

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35575 Blackburn Drive 36084 Brandywine Street 6332 Buena Vista Drive #A 37464 Cherry Street 36656 Flintwood Drive 7821 Hermitage Avenue 38437 Jacaranda Drive 6348 Market Avenue 6284 Narcissus Avenue 6145 Pomegranate Avenue 5643 Starflower Court

94560 94560 94560 94560 94560 94560 94560 94560 94560 94560 94560

480,000 245,000 245,000 305,000 470,000 512,000 425,000 295,000 460,000 525,000 350,000

3 5 2 5 3 5 4 3 4 3 3

1610 1584 1270 1498 1679 2953 1919 1054 1560 1776 1432

1969 1963 1985 1954 1962 1975 1975 1953 1977 1965 1969

06-12-12 06-14-12 06-14-12 06-15-12 06-15-12 06-13-12 06-11-12 06-19-12 06-14-12 06-15-12 06-13-12

SAN LEANDRO | TOTAL SALES: 31 Highest $: 599,000 Median $: 275,000 Lowest $: 120,000 Average $: 296,629 ADDRESS

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1298 Alder Creek Circle 94577 13473 Aurora Drive 94577 13880 Aurora Drive 94577 1464 Benedict Drive 94577 1049 Billings Boulevard 94577 741 Durant Avenue 94577 821 Durant Avenue 94577 706 Estudillo Avenue 94577 250 Garcia Avenue 94577 248 Julius Street 94577 355 Maud Avenue 94577 1935 Nome Street 94577 381 Preda Street 94577 14226 Santiago Road 94577 1210 Sherry Court 94577 941 Thornton Street 94577 205 Toler Avenue 94577 1568 Wayne Avenue 94577 1195 147th Avenue 94578 2125 166th Avenue 94578 1455 168th Avenue 94578 16451 Saratoga Street #306W 94578 14662 Saturn Drive 94578 16597 Selby Drive 94578 16715 Selby Drive 94578 3881 Yorkshire Street 94578 1039 Belleau Street 94579 1183 Belleau Street 94579 15351 Dewey Street 94579 1253 Georgetown Avenue 94579 1924 Vining Drive 94579

SOLD FOR BDS

405,000 225,500 270,000 405,000 250,000 361,000 235,000 599,000 233,000 320,000 171,000 251,500 275,000 352,000 440,000 228,000 299,000 210,000 272,000 437,500 240,000 127,500 120,000 452,500 401,000 140,000 285,000 325,000 310,000 250,000 305,000

3 3 3 3 3 3 2 4 2 3 2 3 6 3 3 2 2 3 4 3 2 2 1 3 3 2 3 3 3 3 3

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1773 1694 1128 1975 1128 1600 1455 2475 1189 1406 1568 1008 1568 1126 1776 918 1098 1008 1760 2178 1191 962 550 1526 1796 918 1217 1207 1508 1081 1100

2002 1982 1961 1956 1942 1967 1927 1925 1926 1927 1972 1950 1892 1962 1959 1920 1924 1942 1945 1949 1924 1981 1953 1977 1954 1987 1958 1958 1950 1951 1958

06-15-12 06-15-12 06-18-12 06-15-12 06-15-12 06-19-12 06-15-12 06-15-12 06-19-12 06-15-12 06-11-12 06-18-12 06-14-12 06-15-12 06-20-12 06-18-12 06-08-12 06-14-12 06-12-12 06-12-12 06-18-12 06-20-12 06-12-12 06-13-12 06-13-12 06-18-12 06-15-12 06-12-12 06-15-12 06-15-12 06-20-12

SAN LORENZO | TOTAL SALES: 05 Highest $: 355,000 Median $: 230,000 Lowest $: 138,000 Average $: 243,600 ADDRESS

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16875 Meekland Avenue 1420 Thrush Avenue #52 17219 Via Chiquita 1076 Via Honda 15757 Via Sonata

Highest $: Lowest $: ADDRESS

94580 94580 94580 94580 94580

265,000 138,000 230,000 230,000 355,000

4 2 3 2 3

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1862 820 1468 1077 1256

1940 1994 1951 1948 1956

06-12-12 06-20-12 06-13-12 06-11-12 06-12-12

SUNOL | TOTAL SALES: 01 1,095,000 Median $: 1,095,000 Average $: ZIP

680 Kilkare Road

SOLD FOR BDS

94586

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2658

1994 06-15-12

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33512 9th Street 4301 Agena Circle 2507 Ascot Way 920 B Street 248 Famoso Plaza 32338 Jean Drive 122 Marge Court 30335 Meridien Circle 35979 Nickel Street 4318 Planet Circle 2485 Regal Drive 4284 Solar Circle 173 Tamarack Drive 2621 Teal Lane

94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587

SOLD FOR BDS

288,000 300,000 380,000 185,000 200,000 461,000 320,000 622,000 600,000 310,000 400,000 235,000 240,000 315,000

4 4 3 3 3 4 3 4 4 4 5 3 3 2

The Homeowner Bill of Rights, which will protect homeowners and borrowers during the mortgage and foreclosure process, was signed into law on July 11, 2012 by Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. The Homeowner Bill of Rights prohibits a series of inherently unfair bank practices that have needlessly forced thousands of Californians into foreclosure.

The law restricts dual-track foreclosures, where a lender forecloses on a borrower despite being in discussions over a loan modification to save the home. It also guarantees struggling homeowners a single point of contact at their lender with knowledge of their loan and direct access to decision makers and imposes civil penalties on fraudulently signed mortgage documents. Additionally, homeowners may require loan servicers to document their right to foreclose.

The laws will take effect on January 1, 2013 and borrowers can access courts to enforce their rights under this legislation.

For more information, visit www.oag.ca.gov

Teachers, parents unite against high-stakes testing

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UNION CITY | TOTAL SALES: 14 Highest $: 622,000 Median $: 310,000 Lowest $: 185,000 Average $: 346,857 ADDRESS

SUBMITTED BY THE OFFICE OF THE STATE ATTORNEY GENERAL

SUBMITTED BY MARCUS MROWKA, AFT

1,095,000 1,095,000

1,095,000

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California Homeowner Bill of Rights signed into law

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1320 1583 1629 1288 1135 1463 1260 2258 2592 1342 1738 1214 1025 1318

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Recently, the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) announced that over the past three weeks, more than 10,000 educators, parents and students throughout the country have signed AFT’s petition calling for an end to America’s fixation on high-stakes testing. The AFT and a growing number of parents and community leaders are taking a stand to restore balance to public education by prioritizing high-quality instruction informed by appropriate and useful assessments.

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Settlements exceed $1 billion in LCD flat screen price-fixing scheme SUBMITTED BY THE OFFICE OF THE STATE ATTORNEY GENERAL Attorney General Kamala D. Harris and the offices of seven other attorneys general have reached settlements totalling $571M with three manufacturers that engaged in price fixing of flat screen LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panels found in monitors, laptops and televisions.

The settlements, announced on July 12, 2012, apply to Toshiba Corp.; LG Display Co., Ltd.; and AU Optronics Corporation (and several subsidiaries), which have collectively agreed to pay $543.5M toward damages claims, plus $27.5M in civil penalties. This follows $538.5M in settlements reached in December 2011 with seven leading LCD manufacturers, plus $14.7M in civil penalties, bringing the total recovery to more than $1.1 billion, which will be divided among 24 states and the District of Columbia.

“The price-fixing by these 10 companies broke the law and short-changed California consumers,” said Harris. “This settlement brings justice to our consumers, protects companies that follow the law and ends the pernicious practice of price-fixing by these manufacturers.”

In October 2010, the Attorney General's office filed a lawsuit against ten companies for engaging in price fixing of LCD panels from 1999 to 2006 that resulted in higher prices for California residents, businesses and government agencies.

The three defendants, who settled on July 12, 2012, join the seven who settled in December 2011, which included Chimei Innolux Corp., Chi Mei Optoelectronics USA, Inc., Chi Mei Optoelectronics Japan Co., Ltd, HannStar Display Corporation, Hitachi, Ltd., Hitachi Displays, Ltd., Hitachi Electronic Devices, USA, Inc., Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd., Samsung Electronics America, Inc., Samsung Semiconductor, Inc., Sharp Corporation, and Sharp Electronics Corporation.

The Attorney General’s case was originally filed in San Francisco Superior Court.

California consumers and government entities will receive a significant portion of the more than $1 billion settlements, with an exact percentage to be determined in coming months. Following completion of the litigation, California consumers and businesses can file claims for monetary relief.

Information about how to file a claim is available at the Attorney General's website http://oag.ca.gov or at www.LCDClass.org.

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Loretta A Hamel Hamel, Loretta A. passed away on July 17, 2012 at Scottsdale, AZ. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert Hamel. Dear mother of Robert (Carol) Hamel and Addie (Tom) Dusel. Dear grandmother of Michelle Millmeyer, Kimberly McGuire, Clayton Dusel and the late Kristen Hamel. Dear great grandmother of 8.

Dear sister of Florence Burns. Our dear aunt, great aunt, cousin and friend. Memorial service 7:00 PM Wed. July 25, 2012 at Apache Trails ASL, 2428 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe, AZ. 85281, where the family request donations to in Loretta's memory. www.greenacresmortuary.net

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Tuesday, July 24 2:45 – 3:15 p.m. Cabrillo School, 36700 San Pedro Dr., Fremont 3:35 – 4:10 p.m. Parkmont School, 2601 Parkside 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, July 25 1:15 – 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 3:15 – 3:45 p.m. Baywood Ct., 21966 Dolores St., Castro Valley 4:50 – 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, July 26 2:45 – 3:30 p.m. Independent School, 21201 Independent School Rd., Castro Valley 4:55 – 5:30 p.m. Falcon Dr. & Merganser Dr., Fremont 5:50 – 6:20 p.m. Creekside Village Apartments, 2999 Sequoia Terrace, Fremont Monday, July 30 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. Pioneer School, Blythe St. & Jean Dr.,

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Seven bills by Assemblymember Bob Wieckowski (D-Fremont) were approved by state Senate committees on July 2 and July 3, 2012. The bills involve environmental, public safety and bikeways issues.

The Senate Environmental Quality Committee passed the following bills: AB 2529 makes technical, but substantive changes that will give the California Department of Public Health more agility to quickly correct small water system deficiencies through disbursement of safe drinking water funds. The bill was supported by the Department of Public Health and the Association of California Water Agencies.

AB 1566 provides consistency on aboveground petroleum storage tanks by assigning statewide oversight of the program to the Office of the State Fire Marshal and by conforming the law to federal requirements.

AB 1442 would allow healthcare facilities to ship all nondispensable pharmaceuticals designated as medical waste to treatment facilities or waste transfer stations by common carriers. This will substantially reduce the processing and transportation costs.

AB 1701 provides for simplified and uniform certification for the cleanup of leaking underground storage tanks. The bill is supported by the California Association of Environmental Health Administrators and the California Independent Oil Marketers Association.

The Senate Transportation and Housing Committee passed AB 819 to create a procedure for experimentation with bikeway designs. Organizations supporting the bill include the California Bicycle Coalition and the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors.

The Senate Public Safety Committee approved Wieckowski’s AB 1968, supported by law enforcement, to require chief probation officers to develop and implement policies on arming probation and deputy probation officers who cover high-risk offenders.

The Senate Judiciary Committee approved AB 1534 to protect consumers who purchase vehicles from “Buy-Here-Pay-Here” lots.

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re you psyched or what? The international award-winning hit “Legally Blonde The Musical” is coming to Fremont! For three weekends July 27 to August 11, StarStruck Youth Performing Arts brings Elle Woods and her friends to vibrant life onstage at Jackson Theatre at Ohlone College.

“We’re thrilled to be among the first youth performing arts organizations in the

ventures of Tom Sawyer,” Adelaide in “Guys and Dolls,” Eponine in “Les Miserable,” Miss Hannigan in “Annie”) as Vivienne, Katherine de la Cruz (Sarah Brown in “Guys and Dolls,” Lily St. Regis in “Annie”) as Pilar, and Callie Garrett (Fantine in “Les Miserables,” Dorothy in “The Wizard of Oz”) as Enid. In the title role of Elle Woods is StarStruck newcomer Amy Tilson-Lumetta.

Guided by StarStruck’s artistic director Lori Stokes, with musical direction by Nancy Godfrey and choreography by

The irrepressible Elle Woods (Amy Tilson-Lumetta) finds being dumped by boyfriend Warner Huntington III (Jacob Woll) opens up a world where she can be herself.

Bay Area to present this show after its award-winning Broadway run,” said Lori Stokes, StarStruck Theatre artistic director.

“And we’re proud to showcase the singingdancing-acting talents of some 50 teens from throughout the East Bay.” Nominated for seven Tony Awards and winner of Best Musical (Olivier Awards), this all-singing, all-dancing romantic comedy is based on the novel by Amanda Brown.

The show’s core message, be true to yourself, is especially relevant to StarStruck’s youth audience, but also resonates with seasoned theatre-goers. Fans of the 2001 movie starring Reese Witherspoon will recognize the plot: Sorority president Elle Woods doesn't take "no" for an answer. So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone "serious," Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and sets out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before: Harvard Law School. Along the way, she learns it’s so much better to be smart.

Loyal followers of StarStruck Theatre will recognize principle actors from previous shows among the “Legally Blonde” cast, including: Jacob Woll (Tom in “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer”) as Warner, Karina Simpson (Aunt Polly in “The Ad-

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Jeanne Batacan-Harper, “Legally Blonde The Musical” is the funniest and most fabulous musical around. The best show in town, case closed.

(This show is rated PG-13 — Parental Guidance Suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children. Content includes mild language, sexual orientation humor, and suggestive themes.)

Tickets are $28 for adults, $26 for seniors, and $22 for students and children.

The show performs indoors at 7:30 p.m., with Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. There will be an ASL interpreted performance on Thursday, August 2 at 7:30 p.m. Call the StarStruck box office at (510) 659-1319 to purchase tickets, or order online: http://starstrucktheatre.org/buy-tickets/.

Legally Blond The Musical July 27 – August 11 7:30 p.m.

Sunday matinees: 2:30 p.m.

Jackson Theatre, Smith Center Ohlone College 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-1319 www.starstrucktheatre.org Tickets: $22 - $28

SUBMITTED BY NANCY KOSKI This summer from July 27-August 4, Neighborhood Church’s music and drama

team returns to the stage with the classic Bible story of King David, a man after God’s own heart.

True to Neighborhood Church’s dramatic musical tradition, “King David” brings professional caliber singing, dancing, and acting to Castro Valley in an outstanding production suitable for all ages. The music, composed by Alan Menken with lyrics by Tim Rice, ranges in style from pop to jazz to choral and draws heavily from the Psalms.

“King David” recounts the pivotal moments of David’s life as found in the scriptures: his days as a humble yet courageous shepherd boy who slays the giant Goliath; David’s surge in popularity, rivalry with Saul, and friendship with Jonathan; David’s marriage to Michal and rise to the throne of Israel; his affair with Bathsheba; the rebellion of David’s beloved son Absalom; and finally David’s succession by his son Solomon. “King David” is a vivid portrayal of God's love and plan of forgiveness, demonstrating how God's grace is able to save us when we fail.

The music is composed by Alan Menken (“The Little Mermaid,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Pocahontas,” and “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”) and the lyrics are by Tim Rice (“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,”

“Evita,” “Aladdin,” “Beauty and the Beast,” and “The Lion King”). The duo was originally commissioned to write an oratorio based on the life of David to commemorate the 3000th anniversary of Jerusalem. Though “King David” was never performed in Jerusalem as originally planned, the Disney Theatrical Corporation performed it in concert at the New Amsterdam Theatre on Broadway in 1997 for nine shows.

Neighborhood Church is honored to perform this worldclass musical and share the story of King David with the community. Mark your calendars and invite your family and neighbors to experience the beautiful music and imagery as this extraordinary story from scripture unfolds.

Tickets at $5 each are available for purchase through Brown Paper Tickets online, following Sunday services, and in the church office from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday – Friday. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. each day, plus a 2:30 p.m. performance August 4. For more infor-

mation call (510) 537-4690 or visit www.3crosses.org/outreach-events.

King David July 27 – August 4 July 27, 28, and August 2 at 7:30pm Saturday, August 4 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Neighborhood Church 20600 John Drive, Castro Valley (510) 537-4690 www.3crosses.org/outreach-events Tickets: $5

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July 24, 2012

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Vector Control helps residents stay safe

BY ANNIE YU Warm days and lazy nights… its summertime. Kids are running around outside and teenagers are either glued to a computer screen or completely absent from the house. The warm weather is perfect for picnics, hikes, pool parties, barbeques and play dates at the park; worrying about ticks and mosquitoes may be the last thing on your mind.

“This is the time of year when people go outside and go camping, and they may get ticks or get bitten by mosquitos,” Daniel Wilson of the Alameda County Vector Control Services District (ACVCSD) said. “It’s also the peak time of year for insects and other arthropods, and also rats, mice, raccoons, skunks and other wildlife.”

Wilson, ACVCSD’s community relations coordinator, has travelled throughout Alameda County and seen some cringe-worthy vector situations. One family he visited had a cockroach infestation so bad there were literally hundreds of cockroaches swarming around on their ceiling. He believes that many people do not know much about disease-bearing animals. “I think, in the scope of things, probably the last thing people think about are vectors,” Wilson said.

A vector is any animal Bedbug eggs are only one that can transmit disease or millimeter in length, but cause injury or discomfort adult bedbugs can be up to to humans. Using that deffive millimeters long. inition, it is clear why ACVCSD responds to a huge number of complaints about bats, bees, flies, rats, snakes, cockroaches, wasps and more. They have also responded to complaints about foxes, horses, coyotes, abandoned vehicles and overgrowth.

In Fremont, Newark and Union City, the most common complaints are about wildlife such as skunks, raccoons and opossums. They may seem cute at first, but wildlife frequenting your backyard poses many health risks. At this time of year there are many female raccoons with babies who can find ways into a house through vents to the attic. Raccoons generally relieve in the same area and may leave urine stains and contamination on your ceiling. Outside, in a yard, pets and children are at risk of contracting round worm, found in raccoon droppings, or even rabies if the raccoon is infected. Pets can also contract other diseases such as salmonella if food or water bowls are contaminated.

Skunks may also create a dangerous situation, especially if they are infected with rabies. “Skunks have been the number two animal we detect with rabies,” Wilson said. “Bats are number one.”

To prevent skunks from visiting, make sure fences extend below ground – skunks don’t climb; they usually burrow under fences.

Feeding Wildlife: Food left for wild animals can be dangerous – both to them and their human neighbors. Some well-meaning people feed them as if they were domesticated stray kittens. “Neighborhoods are like this big oasis for wild animals… they’re foraging from backyard to backyard for food. Once they find something there, they will keep coming back just to check,” Wilson explained. Make sure to bring in your pet’s food bowl every night, even if it is empty – just the scent of food will draw wildlife. Seal any openings into your house and check your fence for any holes. And if you happen to get bitten – get to the doctor immediately.

“Prevention is the key; it’s much easier,” Wilson said.

Ticks: Anyone planning to go outside this summer probably everyone – should be alert for ticks. According to Wilson, “The top three vector-borne diseases in the United States are spread by ticks. “They’re all tickborne. Ticks are nasty. We don’t think about it that much since people don’t usually die from tick-borne diseases… but they can by very debilitating and longterm, especially Lyme disease.”

ACVCSD finds nymphal ticks at the beginning of summer (May or June) and as late as October. Nymphal ticks are in an immature stage and have the highest infection rate for Lyme disease – five to 15 percent of nymphal ticks are infected. By contrast, the average infection rate of adult ticks is The Western Black-legged Tick is one to two percent. the only known vector of lyme People who contract disease in California.

Lyme disease can experience weeks, months or even years of symptoms including fever, heart problems, speech problems and paralysis of facial muscles.

To prevent tick bites, long, light-colored pants, sleeves and closed-toed shoes are recommended for those spending time in wooded or bushy areas with high grasses and leaf litter. When this is impractical during hot summer days, a periodic tick check is a good alternative. Hikers can plan a break every hour to check themselves and others for ticks. You can also use DEET-based repellants on skin and special fabric repellants on clothing.

“To boil it down on an individual basis, just be cautious when you’re out there,” Wilson said. He also advises dog-owners to check their dogs carefully after outings. “Dogs are like little brushes, brushing through the foliage. Even if you treat your dog for ticks, the ticks will still get on them, and then they could get in the car and get on you,” he warned.

Beware of bedbugs: Frequent travelers need to be aware of bedbugs. Bedbugs from a hotel room can be transported via clothing and luggage. Wilson says that many people needlessly spend hundreds of dollars to get rid of bedbugs. “One reason you might want to call us is to get a second opinion.

Skunks and other wildlife can carry rabies and transmit other diseases to your pets or children.

In many situations, people can take care of it themselves. They don’t really need to hire pest control.”

ACVCSD services are provided free of charge so before spending money on pest control, it is wise to consult with a ACVCSD trained inspector and explore other methods if appropriate, such as using a bug bomb in a single family home. Although bedbugs may not be a vector for life-threatening disease, they can be a source of secondary infections and mental anguish.

About those annoying mosquitoes: The biggest danger mosquitoes pose in Alameda County is West Nile Virus (WNV). Although Alameda County has never had locally-acquired cases of WNV, WNV-positive mosquitoes have been found. In general, those who contract WNV show no symptoms or exhibit a fever, but in severe cases - usually in older adults or those with weaker immune systems – it can cause brain damage, permanent muscle weakness and even death.

Although ACVCSD responds to almost every vector, it does not respond to mosquito complaints except in the City of Albany. Mosquito complaints in other jurisdictions should be directed to the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District at (510) 783-7744 or www.mosquitos.org. They provide free services resolving mosquito problems through inspections, identifying insects and providing mosquitofish for backyard ponds.

ACVCSD services are already paid for, says Wilson.

“We’ve already got the tax dollars… call us and get some service from us.” He adds, “Our whole aim is to help maintain and improve the public health of the community.”

Vector information and complaints: Alameda County Vector Control Services District (510) 567-6800 www.acvcsd.org Mosquito information and complaints: Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District (510) 783-7744 www.mosquitos.org

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