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SUBMITTED BY RENA KIEHN Art exhibits, special film screenings, contests and other Niles fun will be happening in honor of the one and only Charlie Chaplin at the annual “Charlie Chaplin Days.” Come join the fun June 11 and 12! Meet Jason Allin, our Special Guest Charlie from Canada, and be on the lookout for others – young and continued on page 11 Jason Allin returns as the event’s Special Guest Charlie from Canada. Photo by Barbara Allin.
SUBMITTED BY BENNY VALLES The crowd pleasing Ballet Folklorico Costa de Oro, proudly presents “A Night in Mexico,” a colorful and mesmerizing production of music, song, and dance from Mexico, and “Fiesta de los Niños.” A Night in Mexico opens June 11 and features 30 folklorico dancers in a south-of-the border fiesta with a vibrant finale performed in the true spirit of a true Mexican fiesta. Gorgeous backdrops worthy of a Broadway musical, colorful costumes and styled dancing add sparkle to what is already a vibrant tour through Mexico’s rich cultural heritage. continued on page 16
SUBMITTED BY CHERYL GOLDEN PHOTOS BY WILLIAM MANCEBO Fremont Police Department (FPD) invites the community to attend the “Fremont Police Safety Fair” on Saturday, June 11. The free event is open to the public and will be held outdoors in the large parking lot just west of the police campus between the police building and Fremont Main Library. The event will feature
safety booths, activities for kids, giveaways, crime prevention seminars, and child safety seat inspections, as well as give the public an opportunity to get an up close and personal look at police cars, motorcycles, fire trucks, and our new K9 tracking dog team. Several partners including Fremont Fire Department, Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) police, California Highway Patrol and Washington Hospital are participating. continued on page 44
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Seminar Explains New Treatment Options for GERD or ‘Acid Reflux’
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ost likely, you have experienced heartburn on occasion – perhaps after eating a heavy, spicy meal. That burning sensation in your chest can disrupt your sleep, but it’s nothing to worry about. Or is it? “Frequent heartburn may be a symptom of a more serious condition called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), also known as acid reflux,” says Dr. Mary Maish, chief of Thoracic and Foregut Surgery at Washington Hospital. ”Some acid reflux is normal, and almost all people have it occasionally. Heartburn becomes a concern, however, when it is chronic and damages the esophagus. Anyone with frequent heartburn should see a physician to see if testing for GERD is indicated.” Acid reflux happens when the contents of the stomach back up into the esophagus – the “food pipe” that leads from the throat to the stomach. The acid flows back up into the esophagus be-
cause the valve (called a “sphincter”) between the stomach and esophagus isn’t working properly. This can cause symptoms of heartburn, regurgitation, cough, hoarseness and even asthma. To promote greater awareness of GERD’s potential complications and treatment options for GERD, Washington Hospital will conduct a free seminar featuring Dr. Maish on Tuesday, July 12, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The seminar will be held in the Conrad E. Anderson, MD, Auditorium in the Washington West building at 2500 Mowry Avenue in Fremont. Serious Complications of GERD “If left untreated, GERD can lead to more serious complications such as scarring and strictures (narrowing) of the esophagus, which make it difficult to eat and swallow,” says Dr. Maish. Another serious GERD complication is Barrett’s esophagus, which affects
Frequent heartburn may be a symptom of a more serious condition called GERD, often referred to as acid reflux. To learn more about GERD, attend the July 12 free seminar featuring Mary Maish, MD chief of Thoracic and Foregut Surgery at Washington Hospital. The July 12 seminar is from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Conrad E. Anderson, MD, Auditorium in Washington West (2500 Mowry Ave., Fremont). To register for the free seminar, call (800) 963-7070 or go to whhs.com/seminars.
approximately 3.3 million Americans, with a 2 percent risk per year of developing esophageal cancer. “In Barrett’s esophagus, the cells in the lining of the esophagus change to compensate for the acid,” Dr. Maish explains. “These cells continue to change, becoming precancerous, and perhaps even cancerous. Esophageal cancer is not very common, however, with approximately only 16,000 cases diagnosed each year.” Dr. Maish notes that GERD can sometimes be caused by a condition called hiatal hernia. “With a hiatal hernia, part of the stomach slips up into the chest, causing intermittent
heartburn symptoms,” she says. “Minimally invasive surgery can be performed laparoscopically to correct a hiatal hernia by anchoring the stomach back down in the abdomen.” Nonsurgical Treatment Options In many cases, physicians recommend treating uncomplicated GERD by making a few simple lifestyle changes, such as diet modification and weight loss, which Dr. Maish will discuss at the seminar. “Lifestyle changes can be hard for some people to maintain over the long term,” Dr. Maish concedes. “For example, many people try to change their diet
and lose weight, only to fail time and again. That can be very discouraging. So, in addition to making lifestyle changes, people may need medications to help control GERD. These medications include antacids, H2 blockers that block histamine receptors in the stomach, and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), which block acid production in the stomach. “PPI medications are the most effective drugs for treating persistent GERD,” she adds. ”Unfortunately, a collective group of studies indicate that there may be continued on page 5
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Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting May 11, 2016
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Heart Healthy Eating After Surgery and Beyond
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Diabetes Matters: Healthy or Hoax
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Heel Problems and Treatment Options
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Experts agree – Lifestyle choices about diet and exercise can help you prevent and control chronic disease Today, the U.S. faces major challenges to the health and well-being of our population. For example: • 78 million Americans are considered obese • 117 million people – about half of all adults in the U.S. – have one or more preventable, chronic diseases • 70 percent of adults who are overweight and 75 percent of those who are obese have at least one risk factor for cardiovascular disease or diabetes This is the second in a series of articles on recent advances in U.S. efforts to take a more proactive, preventive approach to improving and protecting the health of our citizens. We’ll also talk about what you can do to improve your own and your family’s health, and how Washington Hospital works every day to protect the health of patients and the community. “Summer’s coming, and this is a great time to refocus yourself on living a healthier lifestyle, eating better and exercising more,” said Anna Mazzei, registered dietitian and diabetes educator at Washington Hospital. “By taking a proactive approach to managing your weight to prevent or control disease, you’ll also look and feel better.” Population health Scientific research has demonstrated the close link between Americans’ lifestyle and public health problems, such as obesity and chronic disease. Based on these findings, the U.S. government is taking a more proactive approach to improving the health of our population through landmark legislation and sweeping new policies.
Last year, the U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion released the latest Dietary Guidelines for 20152020. The updated recommendations place a greater emphasis on adopting healthier nutritional patterns. The goal is to prevent or slow the progress of chronic disease by making you more aware of how lifelong eating habits affect your overall health. Some of the latest dietary guideline concepts were translated into new food labeling requirements announced by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this spring. In response to the obesity crisis, nutrition labels will put a stronger focus on calories, serving size and sugar content. “These developments represent food policy on a grand scale,” commented Mazzei. Meantime, the Affordable Care Act is strengthening the focus on population health by requiring health plans to include preventive and wellness services as well as chronic disease management in their core package of Essential Health Benefits. Preventive services in your community “As part of our mission to serve the health care needs of the community, Washington Hospital Healthcare System helps people take a more proactive approach to managing their health and preventing disease,” Mazzei explained. “We offer a wide range of free and low cost programs, classes, and services for the public.” Programs include community seminars, health screenings, support groups and more. Many of these services are described in a free bi-annual Health & Wellness
This is an ongoing column in which community physicians answer your health-related questions. Questions should be emailed to Ask the Doctor at: askthedoctor@whhs.com
What should I do about an odd growth on my body/skin? Odd growths get more common as we get older. Most skin growths including moles and warts are common and benign. Nonetheless, there are growths that can be cancerous and need to be treated. There is no one set rule to determine which growth is benign or cancerous. Different rules such as the ABCD (asymmetry, border uneven, color and diameter) rule can be used to help rule out melanoma for any pigmented lesions. These rules, however, are not perfect and any odd growth should be evaluated by a doctor.
Tam Nguyen, MD, FAAFP Tam Nguyen, MD, is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Aesthetic Medicine, treating patients of all ages since 2008. He completed his Family Practice residency at San Jose-O’Connor Hospital in California and has served at San Joaquin General Hospital as part of their medical staff and clinical faculty and as the Family Medicine Chair. Dr. Nguyen currently practices Family Medicine at the Washington Township Medical Foundation – Nakamura Clinic in Union City. For more information, go to www.mywtmf.com.
Washington Hospital Healthcare System offers a wide range of free and low cost programs to help the community manage their health and prevent disease. Look for the bi-annual Health & Wellness catalog or go to whhs.com for more information about programs and services to help you improve your health.
catalog published by the Healthcare System. The catalog is also available online at www.whhs.com. To help people with diabetes or people at risk of getting the disease, the Washington Outpatient Diabetes Center has a dedicated team of certified diabetes educators, including Mazzei, who are trained to teach you the skills needed to control diabetes for a lifetime. Research shows education helps prevent, delay, or reverse complications of diabetes when people learn and apply self-management skills. The center also sponsors monthly diabetes education classes called Diabetes Matters. At these free seminars, expert speakers present science-based information to help increase your knowledge about diabetes. In addition, the Washington Women’s Center provides a host of wellness and support programs and educational classes for local women. These include yoga, meditation, touch therapy, and a series of health and wellness-related lectures. What you can do Although some things like family history are beyond your control, you have the power to
influence many of the factors that help prevent or control chronic disease and enable you to live a longer, healthier life. Here are some tips to get you started: • Become a mindful eater. Recognize that you have the ability to control what you eat and how much exercise you get. These tools can improve your overall health and longevity. • Read nutritional food labels. Find out about the latest changes in labeling requirements by going to www.fda.gov, the website of the U.S. FDA. Recommendations for daily intake are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. By going to www.choosemyplate.com you can determine your own recommended daily calorie intake, based on your height and weight. • Educate yourself about ways to improve your health through nutrition, exercise and other strategies. Take advantage of local, evidence-based wellness and prevention programs, including those sponsored by Washington Hospital Healthcare System. Learn more about eating healthy A registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator, Anna Mazzei will be featured at these free upcoming events:
Healthy Home Grilling Cooking Demonstration Wednesday, June 8, 1 p.m. Conrad E. Anderson, MD, Auditorium New Dietary Guidelines for Healthy Choices (including information about the latest food labeling policies) Wednesday, Sept. 21, 1 to 3 p.m. Conrad E. Anderson, MD, Auditorium, Rooms A & B Online resources To find out more about the health status of Americans and recommendations for prevention and wellness, go to www.health.gov, the web site of the U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. To learn more about the Dietary Guidelines for 2015-2020, go to www.choosemyplate.gov. For more information on the changes in nutritional food labeling, visit www.fda.gov. For information about wellness and prevention programs from Washington Hospital Healthcare System, go to www.whhs.com.
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Seminar Explains New Treatment Options for GERD or ‘Acid Reflux’ some correlation between use of PPIs and increased risks of cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, dementia and osteopenia. If you are concerned about taking a PPI medication, consult your doctor about whether the benefits of the drug outweigh the risks.” Other Treatments for GERD While lifestyle changes and medications may help alleviate the symptoms of GERD, they don’t change the function of a loose sphincter between the esophagus and the stomach. Improving the function of this sphincter is important to fixing the symptoms and preventing complications of GERD. At the seminar, Dr. Maish will discuss various procedures for strengthening the esophageal sphincter. The current standard surgical approach for strengthening the sphincter is called laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication. This minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery strengthens the lower esophageal sphincter by wrapping the upper curve of the stomach (known as the fundus) around the sphincter. “Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication offers good results for most people,” says Dr. Maish. “It requires only a one- or two-day stay in the hospital.” A newer minimally invasive surgical procedure to correct faulty esophageal sphincter function involves inserting a beaded “magnetic bracelet” over the end
of the esophagus at the location of the sphincter. This device serves to strengthen the valve and prevent symptoms and complications of GERD. “The magnetic bracelet, known as the LINX device, wraps around the base of the esophagus to prevent food, acid or bile from going from the stomach back up into the esophagus,” Dr. Maish explains. “The bracelet is a one-way valve that is flexible enough to let food go down, but not back up.” Dr. Maish is currently one of the very few physicians in the Bay Area placing the LINX magnetic bracelet for GERD. “The LINX device is extremely effective in treating GERD,” she asserts. “Patients spend less than an hour in the operating room, and many of them are able to go home the same day. The recovery period is only a few days to a week. Most importantly, more than 90 percent of the time, patients who have a LINX device inserted are able to come off all their GERD medications.” To register for the seminar on July 12 or to learn more about other seminars offered by Washington Hospital, visit whhs.com and click on the heading for “Events” at the top of the page. If you need help finding a physician, visit www.whhs.com or the Washington Township Medical Foundation website at www.mywtmf.com.
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to the playwright — a parade, a lovers’ tryst, or a protest, perhaps? Anything can happen in the town square. This year DMT had entries from all over the U.S., from Canada and Australia. Artistic Director Susan E. Evans, with some help from her team, selected the top five submissions, and each one gets one rehearsal. The five scenes will be presented on June 13 at a live staged reading at the Douglas Morrisson Theatre, and the audience will decide the winner. Admission for the CageMatch is free, and tokens to vote will be sold for $5.
Douglas Morrisson Theatre (DMT) is excited to announce our Fifth Annual Playwrights’ CageMatch: Public Squares, Private Stories, on Monday June 13. Five playwrights will enter but only one will emerge victorious! Join us as playwrights far and wide square off. The only requirements for aspiring contributors were that the scenes had to be 20 minutes or less, have no more than four characters, and be set in a town square in a small town anywhere in the universe. It’s where Main Street meets First Street – perhaps there’s a little park, or a statue of a forgotten general, probably a few pigeons. Time period is not restricted. We particularly looked for creative and elegant back-stories that incorporated a town square setting into the scene, but the tone, theme or genre was up
Playwrights’ CageMatch Monday June 13 8 p.m. Douglas Morrisson Theatre 22311 N. Third St, Hayward (510) 881-6777 www.dmtonline.org Free admission $5 token for vote
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hibit. Stop by the park and learn about its history today! For more information visit www.museumoflocalhistory.org or www.facebook.com/museumoflocalhistory, call (510) 6237907, or stop in at 190 Anza Street in the Mission District.
SUBMITTED BY KELSEY CAMELLO The Washington Township Museum of Local History in Fremont is set to continue with the celebration of the 60th anniversary of Fremont with a brand new display at the Central Park Visitors Center. This exhibit will highlight the history of Central Park, with historic photos and artifacts and key information. The display will be on view now through Labor Day (September 5).
Stivers Lagoon, later Central Park land, circa 1962
Aerial view of the Puerto Penasco Lagoon at Central Park, circa 1969
Stop by the Central Park Visitors Center to discover the history of the park from the Ohlone era to today. There may even be photos that have been rarely or never before seen by the public. Who was here before 1900? What year was the first parcel of land acquired? What did the park look like before the lake was filled in? Was there ever a swim lagoon? How many skate parks has the lake housed? The answers to these and many other questions can be
found by visiting the exhibit. “The exhibit is a fantastic entry point for people interested in the history of the park,” said Central Park Ranger Patrick O’Connell. The display is expected to reach thousands of people over the course of the summer, as it is situated in a prime location, just across from the boat launch. Both daily walkers and the occasional park users can gain from the information presented in the ex-
Exhibit on History of Central Park Now through Labor Day (Sept 5) Central Park Visitors Center, Outer Window Display Paseo Padre Pkwy and Sailway Dr, Fremont (510) 623-7907 www.museumoflocalhistory.org Free
ESL students embody the spirit of graduation
As a time of joy, exuberance and celebration, graduation ceremonies acknowledge the effort of students, teachers, administrators and support networks that culminate in matriculation from one level of instruction to another and/or practical applications. Many students move through grade levels that mark types and sophistication of instruction while others are seeking knowledge and information for more immediate and personal reasons. A special group of students from every corner of the world gathered at Fremont Adult School on June 1st to cheer each other as they graduated from English as a Second Language (ESL) classes that are much more than classroom instruction. Under the guidance of teaching and administrative staff, students help each other assimilate into the rich, yet confusing mix of the United States of America, specifically the Greater Tri-City area.
Through persistence and pride in their adopted country, ESL students appear joyful and eager to unravel the cultural and linguistic mysteries of our communities. The graduation ceremony reflected this energy as congratulatory speeches were followed by unique peformances of each class - songs (e.g. I’ve Been Working on the Railroad, This Land is Your Land, What a Wonderful World), Bollywood dancing, square dancing and skits including a fanciful introduction to the alphabet. As the graduation ceremony ended, classmates, teachers and administrators bid farewell but for many just a temporary hiatus before the next session begins. Not only are friendships begun and strengthened during class sessions, but the result enhances the resilience and texture of our American heritage. Congratulations to all graduates in all schools. You are our future!
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Historical Patterson House seeks volunteers SUBMITTED BY CITY OF FREMONT Looking for a way to give back to your community? Do you like meeting people and dressing in costume? Consider volunteering at the Patterson House. Patterson House at Ardenwood Historic Farm is recruiting new weekend staff and volunteers to join our community in offering house tours, gardening, helping out with events, cataloging our collections, and much more. For more information please call (510) 791-4196 or email: azambrano@fremont.gov
Santa Clara County Library kicks off Summer Reading Program SUBMITTED BY LILI SMITH Winning has never been easier for local residents who enroll in Santa Clara County Library District’s (SCCLD) 2016 Summer Reading Challenge “Read for the Win.” Kids and teens who are reading over the summer keep learning and score higher in reading and math when they return to school in the fall. Adults who read reap numerous rewards including: enhanced vocabulary, increased knowledge and reduction in stress, improved memory, as well as better focus and concentration skills. As of June 1, all kids, teens and adults are invited to join the 2016 SCCLD Summer Reading Challenge by reading five books between now and July 31. Registration for the challenge can be made in person at a participating library or online at www.sccl.org/summer2016. Activities, programs and incentives are grouped in three categories: Pre-readers (ages 0-5) & Kids (ages 6-12) Teens (ages 12-17) Adults (ages 18 and up) Last summer (2015), over 14,385 kids and teens and 2,022 adults joined in the SummerReading Chal-
lenge fun. This year, SCCLD will once again partner with Santa Clara County Parks and the Children’s Discovery Museum. Participants will have a chance to talk with a Santa Clara County Park Ranger during one of the many scheduled Ranger visits at a SCCLD library and every person who enrolls in the Summer Reading program will receive a free pass to the Children’s Discovery Museum. From free events, reading incentives and special story times to magicians, acrobats, teen tech workshops and author visits, SCCLD’s “Read for the Win,” has enlightening activities scheduled for almost every day of summer. All teens and adults who enroll in the program receive a free tote bag; children (0-12) receive a book prize. Books, eBooks, eAudiobooks, Graphic Novels, and Audiobooks all count toward the five book total. Complete instructions can be found at: www.sccl.org/summer2016. Read for the Win Summer Challenge activities are offered at all SCCLD libraries. For a complete SCCLD Summer Challenge listing, go to: http://www.sccl.org/read-for-the-winevents2016. The program is free and open to everyone.
South Bay Chinese Service Club holds Scholarship Banquet SUBMITTED BY JOE WOO On April 20, the South Bay Chinese Service Club (SBCSC) awarded $18,500 in scholarships to graduating high school seniors of Chinese descent at the 47th annual SBCSC Scholarship Banquet held at the Union City Mayflower Restaurant. SBCC President Randy Sabado greeted the graduates and praised them for their outstanding academic records and participation in community activities. Honored guests included: Alameda County Supervisor Scott Haggerty, Mayor of Union City Carol Dutra-Vernaci, Mayor of Fremont Bill Harrison, Vice-Mayor of Fremont Lily Mei, and Fremont City Councilmember Suzanne Chan. Keynote speaker, Fiona Ma, Chairwoman of the State Board of Equalization, District 2 encouraged the graduating seniors to follow their passion and leverage in what they have learned from school. Ms. Ma presented Certificates of Recognition to all award recipients. Students also received Certificates of Special Recognition from Alameda County Supervisor Scott Haggerty; Mallory DeLauro, representing U.S. Congressman Eric Swalwell; Carolina Salaza, representing State Assemblymember Bill Quirk, and Meriam Reynosa, representing State Senator Bob Wieckowski. Although unable to attend the banquet, U.S. Congressman Mike Honda, State Assemblymember Kansen Chu also provided Certificates of Recognition. The 19 scholarship winners averaged unweighted GPA is 3.8 and the average weighted GPA is 4.2. The Award recipients have taken a total of 229 AP classes and honor classes. Together they have amassed 4,639 community service hours. In this group, there are 2 National Merit Finalists, 5 AP Scholars, and 5 students with perfect unweighted 4.0 GPA’s. $2,000 Scholarship Recipients: • Nina Chang, Irvington High School – Howard Tom Memorial Award for Top Honors • Allison Du, American High School – Bing J. Gee
Memorial Award for Citizenship • Jared Lee, Dougherty Valley High School – Dick F. Szeto Memorial Award for Governance • Alan Huang, James Logan High School – Robert Vun Yau Memorial Award for Performance Arts $1,000 Scholarship Recipients: • Andrew Chen, Mission San Jose High School – Karl Ngan Memorial Award for Leadership • Isaac Tong, James Logan High School – CBC Award for Community Service • Emily Gosti, Mission San Jose High School – York Gin Memorial Award for Scholar Athlete • Jenny Chiu, American High School – Fremont Bank Award for Environmental Science • Sophia Cheng, American High School – Comcast Award for Communication $500 Best Essay Award: • Sophia Cheng, American High School – Dutra Enterprises Award for Best Essay $500 Scholarship Recipients: • Deborah Chen, Mission San Jose High School • Iris Cheung, American High School • Ji Guan, Irvington High School • Sarah Jensen, American High School • Kelsey Leon, Mission San Jose High School • Felicia Lin, American High School • Yuechen Liu, American High School • Monica Wen, Washington High School • Wan-Ting Wu, Irvington High School • Levana Zhang, Irvington High School Scholarship information is available on the Club’s website: www.southbaychineseclub.org
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NEW YORK (AP), Just in time for summer, Samsung is unveiling a new fitness tracker that aims to undercut gadgets from market leader Fitbit. Beyond offering all-day step counting and automatic sleep tracking, the $180 Gear Fit2 comes with GPS sensors for more accurate measuring of distance and pacing for runners and cyclists. GPS is typically limited to higher-end devices, such as the Fitbit Surge and the Microsoft Band 2, both of which go for $250. The Fit2 is also cheaper than the new $200 Fitbit Blaze, which doesn’t have GPS. The main drawback: The Fit2 won’t sync with iPhones, as Fitbits do. An Android phone – not necessary Samsung’s – is required for syncing music and workout data. While Samsung is the world’s fifth-largest maker of wearable devices, according to technology market research firm IDC, most of those are Gear smartwatches, where fitness is an afterthought. By contrast, fitness is front and center with the Fit2. Yet it will also have some smartwatch capabilities, including the ability to reply to messages from the device. Rival trackers at most tend to show you messages; replies are typically limited to smartwatches such as Apple Watch and Samsung’s Gear S2 Advance orders on the Fit2 will begin Friday in the U.S., with shipments a week later. Later this year, Samsung will release its $200 Gear IconX earbuds that, in addition to playing music, will track exercise and heart rate. They’re designed as a standalone tracker, rather than a companion to the Fit2. Under Armour’s upcoming heart-rate-tracking headphones are expected to cost $250. Samsung’s IconX goes further with built-in sensors to measure distance and pacing, though with less accuracy than GPS devices. There’s no screen, so you get audio readouts every mile or whatever interval you set. With Thursday’s announcements, Samsung is trying to tap growing interest in health and fitness as sales of smartphones slow down. In the first three months of this year, Fitbit shipped 4.8 million devices, or 25 percent more than a year earlier. That accounts about a quarter of all wearable devices worldwide. Samsung, by contrast, shipped about 700,000, an increase of less than 5 percent, according to IDC. Samsung’s devices require an Android phone, while Fitbits work with iPhones and Windows phones as well. Samsung is taking a cue from Fitbit in creating leaderboards and challenges for family and friends to motivate each other. This has been one of Fitbit’s strongest areas, and Fitbit has an advantage as the market leader: Someone you’re trying to challenge – or taunt – will more likely have a Fitbit than another device. Samsung’s version works through its S Health phone app, meaning Android phone users will be able to participate without a dedicated tracker. But it could be tougher to motivate someone who hasn’t made a commitment to fitness by buying a tracker. Both the Fit2 and the IconX will let you leave your phone at home. You can download hundreds of songs for phone-free workouts, but you can’t tap Spotify and other online services without the phone. The phone needs to run at least KitKat, the 2013 version of Android. For the IconX, music syncing might not work with non-Samsung phones. A PC would be needed in such cases. These devices represent Samsung’s second effort at fitness tracking, not counting all its smartwatches with fitness capabilities. The original Gear Fit in 2014 had a beautiful, curved screen, but lacked many power features. The Fit2 addresses that with GPS and a wider, customizable screen to fit in more data on your workout. But like most trackers, the Fit2 lacks many stopwatch controls found on sports-specific devices such as Garmin Forerunners for running.
AP WIRE SERVICE SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP), California lawmakers are moving to levy taxes on medical marijuana growers after hammering out pot regulations last year. The Assembly voted 60-12 to pass AB2243 Thursday. The bill authorizes charges of $9.25 per ounce of marijuana flowers, $2.75 per ounce of pot leaves and $1.25 per ounce of immature pot plants. Legislative analysts estimate the taxes would raise $77 million annually for local police and environmental cleanup. Some marijuana activists oppose the taxes as unreasonably high, saying the flower tax alone would be 10 percent of marijuana’s value. Democratic Assemblyman Jim Wood of Healdsburg says his proposal was killed at the last minute during negotiations to regulate marijuana last year. The Senate approved a 15 percent marijuana sales tax earlier this week. Local governments currently tax pot about 7.5 percent.
ReScape California expands statewide SUBMITTED BY ANN-MARIE BENZ The Bay-Friendly Landscaping and Gardening Coalition recently changed its name to ReScape California to reflect its expanded statewide scope and commitment. ReScape partners with local organizations, customizing best management practices for each region to establish sustainable landscaping practices in California. ReScape California is an advocate and expert in the creation of sustainable landscapes for commercial, multi-family, and public spaces as well as single-family residences. Landscape professionals are often faced with unique challenges. ReScape is the source for supporting those challenges. We address the following challenges: -California’s water supply is limited and under increasing pressure. Up to 30 percent of urban water use goes to landscaping. -Landfill space is scarce and there are significant economic and environmental costs to transporting and landfilling plant debris. In Alameda County alone, 110,000 tons of plant debris goes to the landfill each year. -Local creeks and the bay are impacted by inappropriate use of pesticides, affecting human health and wildlife populations. -Traditional landscape construction and maintenance practices of mow, shear, and blow contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. -Biodiversity, ecosystem services, and aesthetic values of Bay Area natural resources are at risk. ReScape California is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with the mission to promote sustainable approaches to the design, construction, and maintenance of urban landscapes and gardens. For more information, see www.ReScapeCA.org.
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SIR, yes SIR! BY DAVID R. NEWMAN PHOTOS BY JOHN SKARPELOS Retirement can be a challenging transition for many men, especially for those who have worked all of their lives. Their regular routine is suddenly gone. No more interfacing with coworkers on a daily basis. There can be a struggle to regain that confidence and self- esteem that comes with a job well done, that feeling of being productive and important. One way to help navigate this new frontier is to join a group like Sons in Retirement (SIR). Founded in 1958 in San Mateo
Branch in April. The food is top rate, with entrees like chicken cordon bleu, wild salmon, and pineapple pork. And there is a social hour before lunch where members can talk and exchange war stories. Ulam, who in his previous life was a commercial insurance broker, has enjoyed making new friends through SIR. “One of the fun aspects of our organization is that you get to talk to guys from all these different careers. We have a number of retired surgeons, retired lawyers, scientists, a lot of teachers, accountants, exmilitary people, etc.” Apart from the regular monthly luncheons, SIR branches also host
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Samsung Gear expands virtual-reality arsenal BY MICHAEL LIEDTKE AP TECHNOLOGY WRITER SAN FRANCISCO (AP), Smartphone maker Samsung and virtual reality specialist Oculus are trying to dazzle consumers by adding more entertainment and educational options to their Gear headset in hopes of transforming the technological curiosity into a cultural phenomenon. The new selections announced Wednesday include “Nomads,” a three-dimensional video series examining wayfaring lifestyles in remote parts of the world. There’s also an upcoming video game called “Tactera” that requires players to plot a battlefield strategy on a holographic tabletop, and another 360-degree video called “6X9” providing a grim look of what it’s like to be stuck in a prison’s solitary confinement cell. They join a menu of more than 250 apps designed for the Gear VR since its consumer model was released nearly six months ago. That’s a meager amount compared to the millions of apps available for the iPhone and devices running on the Android operating system. Devices that build an arsenal of compelling apps usually are easier to sell to consumers. Pro-
grammers, though, put a lower priority on designing apps for devices until they have amassed a large audience. That hasn’t happened yet with the Gear, though Oculus says it is winning over fans faster than it anticipated when the headset hit the market just before last year’s holiday shopping season. About 1 million people used the Gear VR last month for an average of 25 minutes per day, according to Oculus. About 80 percent of that time was spent watching video. Samsung designed the Gear for its most recent smartphones with the help of Oculus, a littleknown startup until online social networking leader Facebook bought it for $2 billion two years ago to help introduce virtual reality to the masses. “Oculus can help people experience anything, anywhere,” boasted Max Cohen, the company’s head of mobile. “We think this (technology) can actually change people’s lives.” The concept of virtual reality, a technology that immerses people in an artificial world, has been around for years, but has never taken off. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is convinced it is destined to become technology’s next big
breakthrough, and other influential trendsetters Google and Apple are now scrambling to catch up in the still-nascent field. Google is widely expected to unveil a virtual-reality device next week at its annual developers conference in the next step beyond its rudimentary product called “Cardboard” that works with smartphones. The Gear was a forerunner to a more advanced virtual-reality headset called the Rift that costs $600 and requires a connection to a high-powered computer. The Rift began shipping nearly two months ago, although many buyers still haven’t received the headset yet because of delays that Oculus has blamed on parts shortages. In contrast, users of the Gear only need a set of headphones and one of these Samsung phones: the Galaxy S6, S6 Edge, S6 Edge Plus or Note 5. As part of its attempt to make it easier to find stuff to watch and play on the Gear, Oculus plans to release a new version of its app for the device next month. The Gear VR is turning into an assembly line of apps for the Rift. More than 20 of the games originally designed for the Gear are also compatible with the Rift.
“Big Sir” Jim Ulam (Branch #59)
by Damian Reynold, the idea behind SIR was simple – to host a luncheon once a month where retired men can gather and socialize. That’s it. No initiation fees or political agenda, just a donation to cover food expenses. Originally there were no dues – that is now optional depending on the branch. Currently the organization is classified as a non-profit public-benefit corporation. With over 15,000 members in 133 branches throughout Northern California, it is apparent that the SIR model is working. Membership is based on sponsorship. Friends of members are invited to join, and if they like it, they’re in. Says Jim Ulam, President (“Big Sir”) of the Newark/Fremont Branch, “The whole idea is for retired guys to stay busy and enjoy their retirement. A lot of the wives say, oh thank goodness for SIR. It gets them out of the house a couple days a month.” The main purpose of every branch is to hold a monthly luncheon, often with a guest speaker. Spencer Christian, weather forecaster for ABCowned KGO-TV in San Francisco, was recently the guest of honor at the Newark/Fremont
a Sweetheart Luncheon in May and a Christmas Luncheon in December. The wives of members, many of whom are very involved and help with recruiting, are invited to these special events, which can also include music, dancing, and prizes. Members can also participate in many different activities during the year, including bowling, golf, going to baseball games, wine tasting, and trying new restaurants. And a travel program allows members to travel together. The Newark/Fremont Branch recently hosted a “Tracks & Suds” Tour where members visited the Western Railway Museum in Solano County, followed by a stop at the Budweiser Brewery in Fairfield. Each branch is run by executive committee and has their own culture and personality, determined by their membership. The number and type of activities offered by each branch can differ greatly. Some have newsletters, others have door prizes. It all depends. The number of members also varies by branch. Newark/Fremont has 156 members, while the Castro Valley Branch has 45.
“Big Sir” Jim Ulam and Area Governor Rob Ingebretson talk to Spencer Christian at the Newark/Fremont Branch luncheon in April 2016.
Rob Ingebretson, Governor of Area 8, which includes Newark/Fremont, has been with SIR for more than 10 years. He cites recruiting and retaining members as the biggest challenge they face. With ages ranging from the 60s to the 90s, members aren’t getting any younger. With no formal marketing department, SIR branches rely heavily on word of mouth, which some-
times isn’t enough. Says Ulam, “Nobody knows about us; we’re the best kept secret in the ri-City area.” He’s hoping that changes and is taking steps to give SIR more exposure. This is the first year that they will have a float in the Fremont 4th of July Parade. And last year they entered classic cars at the Newark Days Celebration. The Newark/Fremont Branch of Sons in Retirement meets on
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the third Thursday of every month at the Newark Pavilion, 6430 Thornton Avenue. The Castro Valley Branch meets on the third Wednesday of every month at the Moose Lodge, 20835 Rutledge Road. For more information, visit www.sirinc.org, or contact Jim Ulam at (510) 797-9357.
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LETTERS POLICY The Tri-City Voice welcomes letters to the editor. Letters must be signed and include an address and daytime telephone number. Only the writer’s name will be published. Letters that are 350 words or fewer will be given preference. Letters are subject to editing for length, grammar and style.
Jeevan Zutshi comes from Kashmir, India and has been living in the San Francisco Bay area since 1972. A community leader, Zutshi founded “Indo-American Community Federation” in 1993 to give Indo-Americans an opportunity to assimilate into mainstream America and promote harmony within a diverse community. After the passing of his son Amit in March 2008, Jeevan founded “Amit Zutshi Foundation,” a non-profit organization to increase awareness about the unregulated health supplement industry in the U.S. Jeevan then authored a non-fiction publication, “The Last Smile–A Father’s Love Story” which was released December 4, 2009. An independent movie, also called “The Last Smile,” has been released by the Amit Zutshi Foundation. Inspired by true events, this film chronicles the struggles of a bereaved father searching for answers to explain the untimely demise of his adult son. He gets help from a private detective to investigate the case and finds out that his son’s death was caused by a reaction to an over-the-counter health supplement. He fights against the multi-billion dollar health supplement company responsible for it. The film examines a broken system of unregulated health supplements industry in the U.S., esposing greed and corruption.
The film was test screened at Cinegrand Theatre in Fremont in December, 2015; officially admitted to Cinequest Film Festival, San Jose, with a red carpet and world premiere- on March 11, 2016; and officially admitted to Palm Beach International festival on April 11, 2016. The film was also shown to policy makers on Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C. on April 13, 2016. Shankey Srinivasan directed the film and it is his directorial debut with a feature film. Keith Stevenson portrays the father and Danny Arroyo is the lead actor. There will be two screenings of the film at the Cinegrand Theater in Fremont on Wednesday, June 15 and Sunday, June 19. The movie is in English and runs 87 minutes. Please reserve seats by calling Jeevan Zutshi at (510) 589-3702 or visit www.eventbrite.com and type in The Last Smile to order tickets ($12). Don’t delay as there are a limited number of seats and the event will be sold out quickly. The Last Smile Wednesday, Jun 15 8 p.m. Sunday, Jun 19 12:30 p.m. Cinegrand Theater 39160 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont (510) 589-3702 www.eventbrite.com (The Last Smile) $12
East-West Connector update SUBMITTED BY SUPERVISOR RICHARD VALLE A town hall meeting was held on February 11, 2016, in collaboration with the Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) regarding the East-West Connector Project. The project will construct an improved east-west connection between I-880 and Route 238 (Mission Boulevard) and is a combination of new roadways, improvements to existing roadways, and improvements to intersections along Decoto Road, Fremont Boulevard, Paseo Padre Parkway, Alvarado-Niles Road and Route 238.
The project will provide access to constructed and planned work in Fremont and Union City, as well as provide an opportunity for economic revitalization, improve access to the transit facilities and business in the area, and improve transit operations within the area by reducing congestion along existing and future transit routes. Responses to questions that arose from public comment are available at www.acgov.org/board/district2/ne ws/documents/AlamedaCounty_East_West_Conn_Project_20160211_PublicQuestions _Comments.pdf.
Local youth joins judo camp in Tokyo SUBMITTED BY TYSON SHAKESPEARE Amelia Shakespeare, a 12year-old Fremont resident, will travel to Tokyo, Japan in July for an international judo camp. The intensive 21-day camp, hosted by Matsumae Judo Juku and Tokai University, immerse students in judo training and instruction, Japanese culture, and judo history. Amelia will have the opportunity to meet and train with some of the best judokas in the world, as well as attend several elite-level judo tournaments. In 2009, at the age of 5, Amelia was diagnosed with Spina Bifida Occulta, a birth defect in which a developing baby’s spinal cord fails to develop properly. Over a period of a couple of years
she endured three major surgeries, with the last one lasting over 9 hours. The surgeries at Children’s Hospital in Madera have enabled Amelia to live a relatively normal life. In March 2012 Amelia started training jiu-jitsu under Dave Camarillo at Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu in Pleasanton. She exceled and was soon competing regularly. Dave then started a youth judo program in 2014, and Amelia was among the first to join and began competing in judo last year. She competed in judo more than 20 times in 2015, including competitions at the National and International Junior Olympic Championships in Dallas, TX. This year, Amelia is also looking to expand her knowledge by training in Japan as a newly promoted orange belt.
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old, male and female – embodying the Little Tramp on both days. Start the festivities off with a Walking Tour of Niles on Saturday to find out what happened here one hundred years ago. Important landmarks will be discussed and stories will be shared. Wear walking shoes, bring your camera, and meet at the Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum. The tour includes our museum Walking Tour booklet of Niles highlights. Screenings of Essany short films made in Niles will be shown both days, including Chaplin notables “The Champion” and “The
during the weekend. All films will be shown at the nickelodeon-era Edison Theater. The event is cosponsored by Iron Dog Antiques, Keith’s Collectibles, American Trading Post, the Niles Main Street Association and the Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum. If you have any questions or want to get advance tickets, please e-mail pr@nilesfilmmuseum.org or leave a message at (510) 494-1411.
Tramp.” Learn more about Niles and the movie business with the 1974 documentary “The Movies Go West” narrated by local resident Hal Angus. And don’t miss Jason Allin’s “Uptown Drunk,” a new 2-reeler making its world premiere in a nickelodeon theater where Charlie watched his own films a century ago! The feature film “The Gold Rush” (1925) closes Saturday’s celebrations, with Bruce Loeb at the piano. Chaplin stars in his classic film of life in the Klondike, which will be preceded by shorts and pre-show concert at 7 p.m.: “The Bond” (1918) and
“Police” (1916). Come back Sunday to ride the train through Niles Canyon (see www.ncry.org for more information), but in order to be back in time for our Look-alike Contest, take the first train ride of the day at 11:20 a.m. at the Niles Station (round trip is one hour and fifteen minutes). Wear your best Charlie look or there will be some costumes on hand if you want to “suit up.” You may win a prize! The Google Doodle on Chaplin (2011) will be shown before the contest. Stores downtown may have special Chaplin activities or sales
Charlie Chaplin Days Saturday & Sunday, Jun 11 & 12 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Downtown Niles, Fremont Saturday, Jun 11 only: 11:00: Walking Tour of Niles Tickets: $5 donation Saturday Movie Schedule: 12:30 p.m.: “A Night Out” 1:30 p.m.: “The Champion” 2:15 p.m.: “In the Park” 2:45 p.m.: “The Movies Go West” documentary 3:30 p.m.: “A Jitney Elopement” 4:30 p.m.: “The Tramp” 5:00 p.m.: Jason Allin’s “Uptown Drunk”
Tickets: 50 cents suggested donation Feature Silent Film Screening: 7:30 p.m.: “The Gold Rush” Tickets: $5 suggested donation (members), $7 non-members Sunday Movie Schedule: 11:30 a.m.: “A Night Out” 12:30 p.m.: “The Champion” 1:15 p.m.: “In the Park” 2:30 p.m.: “A Jitney Elopement” 3:30 p.m.: “The Tramp” 4:15 p.m.: “When the Movies Came from Niles” documentary Tickets: 50 cents suggested donation Sunday, Jun 12 only: 2:00 p.m.: Charlie Look-alike Contest (Google’s Chaplin Doodle shown before the contest) Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum Edison Theater 37417 Niles Blvd, Fremont (510) 494-1411 pr@nilesfilmmuseum.org nilesfilmmuseum.org
AAUW Scholarships awarded SUBMITTED BY RANDY FEWEL AAUW (American Association of University Women) Fremont Branch presented the Ohlone College Foundation with their largest gift to date. A check for $6,000 was presented from AAUW Fremont Branch to Director Paul Iannaccone and Foundation Specialist Thomas Hsu for six-$1,000 scholarships for women who are transferring to a four-year college in the fall of 2016. Students were awarded scholarships based not only on academics, but on their involvement in their community, participation in the arts, their ability to overcome obstacles, and
recommendations from professors. All scholarship winners also receive a one-year membership to AAUW Fremont Branch. AAUW has 150 members in Fremont, Newark, and Union City and 150,000 nationwide working towards equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research. AAUW congratulates our 2016 scholarship winners: Nadia Khan, UC Santa Barbara, Economics & Accounting
Nancy Ramirez, Cal State East Bay, Nursing Angela Arcia-Anguiano, UC Davis, Political Science major Ariele Silvas, San Jose State, English major Aimee Garza, San Jose State, Fine Arts Dana Darghous, UC Berkeley, English
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Academic Stress
SUBMITTED BY FUSS We are thankful to Ms. Lee, Principal of Leitch (K-3) Elementary School in Fremont, for inviting the nonprofit organization FUSS (Fremont Unified Student Store) to speak about Academic Stress to the parents at her school. The Irvington High School students who work with FUSS effectively addressed the parents’ concerns by sharing their ex-
periences and observations about stress. Hopefully, more parents and community members will be interested and willing to engage in such conversations so that the learning environment can be made more enjoyable, inspirational and meaningful for our students. To contact FUSS, email: fuss4schools@gmail.com
S. Mariá Reina Perea S. Jeanette De Young 40 years: S. Carol Marie Brown S. Kathleen McAvoy S. Kathleen Marie Raya S. Mary Susanna Vasquez 25 years: S. Elizabeth Jane Wilson
SUBMITTED BY DOMINICAN SISTERS OF MISSION SAN JOSE
Trees clean our air, absorbing harmful carbon dioxide and producing oxygen. They help to clean water for the millions of Americans who depend on a forest every time they turn on their faucets. Healthy forests sustain critical habitat needed for wildlife and enhance our own outdoor experiences. Trees are living symbols of the Dominican Sisters’ care of creation. For more information, visit www.msjdominicans.org.
This year, 16 remarkable women honor their joyful commitment as a Dominican Sister of Mission San Jose. Like trees, it’s sometimes difficult to measure the impact of our sisters’ combined 820 years of love in ministry–yet, we can’t imagine a world without them. In honor of the Dominican Sisters’ love, joy and dedication, we invite you to give the gift of a tree in their name for the Motherhouse Meadow. Your gift will grow beautiful trees in the Motherhouse Meadow to shade and shelter generations of students, friends and family. Our 2016 Jubilarians include: 75 years: S. Regina Marie Novacek 70 years: S. Mary Paul Mehegan 60 years: S. Andre Marie Fujier S. Lynn Marie Gillanders S. Soledad Hernández S. Carmel Marie Silva 50 years: Hna. Susana Araiza Sanchez S. Gloria Marie Jones S. Mary Menegatti
Garry Herceg appointed to Deputy County Executive SUBMITTED BY LAUREL ANDERSON
Writer Wanted Tri-City Voice is looking for an exceptional individual with excellent vocabulary, grammar and writing skills. A successful candidate is interested in interviewing and writing articles in a wide range of topics, focused on the Greater Tri-City area (Fremont, Newark, Union City, Hayward area, Milpitas, Sunol) and our Home and Garden Section including interviews with local developers, remodeling experts, architects, landscape, decorating and gardening professionals, hardware and computer aided design specialists. Applicants should send their resume and a sample of writing to: tricityvoice@aol.com
County of Santa Clara County Executive Jeffrey V. Smith, M.D., J.D., has announced the appointment of Garry Herceg to the position of Deputy County Executive effective June 6. Herceg has served as the Director of the County’s Office of Pretrial Services since 2010. “Garry’s knowledge, vision and strong commitment to public service are tremendous assets that will enrich the Office of the County Executive leadership team and the organization,” Smith said. Herceg has over 20 years of experience in local government. During the last six years as Director of Pretrial Services, he provided oversight to 50 personnel and managed a $6 million budget. From 1996 to 2010, he worked in adult and juvenile probation services in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties. During that time, he spent three years as the Assistant Division Director of Juvenile Hall for the Santa Cruz County Probation Department, where he managed the daily operations of juvenile hall and home supervision, including the electronic monitoring programs. “I am very excited to move up into the County Executive level and work with departments on improving and enhancing services to our community,” Herceg said. Herceg holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Administration of Justice from San Jose State University.
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SUBMITTED BY LAURA CORREA-HERNANDEZ Hayward Area Recreation and Park District’s PhotoCentral Gallery presents “Working Hands,” a photo exhibit featuring Farm and Recycling Workers by David Bacon and Longshoremen at the Oakland Waterfront by Frank Silva. Silva’s photographs of longshoremen and Bacon’s images of farm workers and recycling workers reveal what is often unseen - the necessary labor it takes to put food on the table, deliver us the material goods we need, and clean up after we’re done. These photographs capture the visual drama of the workplace and plunge us into the human drama of those who labor there. The exhibition continues through August 6 and there will be Artist Walks on July 2 and August 6. Visit PhotoCentral at www.photocentral.org where you will find information on classes, workshops and other events. For more information, contact PhotoCentral at (510) 881-6721 and info@photocentral.org.
Working Hands Exhibit Through Saturday, Aug 6 Mondays: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturdays: 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. Artist Walk Saturdays, Jul 2 & Aug 6 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. PhotoCentral Gallery 1099 E St, Hayward (510) 881-6721 www.photocentral.org Free
Fremont Christian School teacher earns Air Force Chaplain Award SUBMITTED BY EMILY BEAN Matthew Ellis is a Junior High Bible teacher at Fremont Christian School. He recently received the 2015 Individual Award for Excellence as an Air Force Reserve Command Chaplain. Ellis’ official title within the Air Force is Chaplain Major Ellis, serving at the 349th Air Mobility Wing at Travis Air Force Base. The primary missions of this base are to provide strategic airlift and air refueling missions around the globe. For Ellis, being an Air Force Reserve Chaplain is his part-part-time job, while his full-time job is teaching at Fremont Christian School. He dedicates almost 40 days per year to being a reservist, as well as being on call for any emergencies. The Individual Award for Excellence is an annual award that is given to up to two Air Force Reserve chaplains each year.
The Individual Award for Excellence is performance-based. In order to be considered for this award, leadership must nominate the individual. Once an individual is nominated, then his/her recent service is evaluated. Part of the requirements are as follows: Outstanding individual reserve participation, significant contributions to achieve excellence in chapel programs to include worship and religious education, and providing outstanding support to airmen and their families in the reintegration process. According to Ellis, specific training is not necessary to earn this award, but dedicating the time to train is essential, as training supports performance. Ellis attributes his award to God’s provision and blessings in his life, worked out through Ellis’ training and service as chaplain. Congratulations, Mr. Ellis! Your school is so proud of you and your accomplishments.
Matthew Ellis is pictured at left
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s any real estate agent will tell you, one of the best ways to add value to a house is to build a deck. This outdoor improvement will not only boost your home’s curb appeal, but will also increase usable space and create a pleasant transition between interior and exterior living areas. And what better way to move the party outside and enjoy our beautiful Bay Area weather? Decks come in all shapes and sizes. The first step in a project like this is to think about what you will use the space for. Will it be your serene oasis, a bonus play area for the kids, or an entertaining space for the adults? Knowing this will inform your design decisions when it comes to adding features like steps, railings, lights, benches, gazebos, trellises, pergolas, etc. Of course, setting a budget is very important, and can help you with your design decisions by keeping your imagination in check. It can also help you with perhaps the biggest decision when it comes to decks: which material to use? In the Bay Area, the three most popular choices for decking are redwood, hardwoods, and composite lumber. Here are the pros and cons of each: Redwood Nothing is more gorgeous than this natural wood. Redwood comes in over 30 different grades, which is a way to denote its appearance and durability (resistance to insects and decay). In general, the higher the grade, the more durable and beautiful (no knots). Wood from the center of the tree, or heartwood, is more durable, with a reddish brown color. Wood from the outer growth layers (sapwood) is more cream colored and less durable. For decking, most people choose one of the middle grades. Redwood needs to be sealed every three years, is flammable (but less so than most other woods), and can produce splinters. Average Cost: ranges from $5 to $35 per square foot, depending on grade. For middle grades, $8 per square foot. Hardwoods Ipe (pronounced “E-pay”), Cambara, and Batu are just a few examples of a tropical, teak-like
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wood that is heavier and more durable than local woods. They are more expensive and harder to come by. Hardwoods have a life expectancy of 40 years or more and need minimal maintenance. Be wary, as some companies may not use eco-friendly harvesting techniques. Average Cost: $22 per square foot. Composites Composite lumber is made from wood fiber and recycled plastic. While 10 years ago there were only a few choices, today there are over 50 manufacturers. Composites come in a wide variety of colors and textures to choose from, and many simulate the look of wood. Hardly any maintenance is required. Plus, no splinters! Composites can also have a cleaner look than natural wood because many of them use sealer every one to two years is highly recommended. If this wood burns, it releases toxic gases into the air. Because of this, PT wood is most commonly used for the framing beneath decks, especially in the Bay Area. Mike Steele, of Deckmasters Bay Area in Fremont, has been building decks for over 20 years. When deciding on material, he advises his clients to think about how long they plan on staying in their home. “Typically, the cost of flooring in the midrange of comhidden fasteners, albeit at a higher cost, as opposed to exposed nails or screws. Some of the more popular manufacturers include Trex, TimberTech, and Fiberon. Average Cost: $7 to $12 per square foot. For those on a limited budget, pressure treated (PT) wood can be an attractive option, with an average cost of $2 per square foot. However, the chemicals used to treat the wood can be harmful if contacted by humans and pets, so applying a penetrating oil-based posites is about 30 percent more than the cost of redwood. With redwood, you’ll need to pay someone to seal it every two to three years to protect your investment. But with composite material, the maintenance is just cleaning it off occasionally. So after three to five years that initial price is offset. If a person has a rental or is thinking about mov-
ing, they might not want to drop as much money on the price of the flooring.” When building a deck, homeowners should also consider features like railings and lighting. Peter Koehler, of Santay Landscaping in Hayward, advises his clients to install railings on any deck over 18 inches. And he warns that composite railing systems can be expensive. “There are a lot of different railing options available, many railing styles, but make sure to consider your custom options too. A lot of times I can build custom railings using a metal insert and using a composite top rail and they look beautiful.” Lighting can also dramatically improve your deck. Says Koehler, “Decks come to life with lighting.” He adds, “If you’re adding lighting, the design of your railing is an important component, because most of the time the lighting is mounted to the railing, or the post.” Building a deck often requires a permit, so be sure to check with your city or county for their requirements (some composites do not meet fire or building codes). Also, Steele stresses the importance of properly installed concrete footings. And be sure a deck is covered by your homeowner’s policy before you commit to anything. Most deck builders charge an average rate of around $35 per square foot, with a project length around one to three weeks.
For more information, contact Deckmasters Bay Area at (510) 656-3325 or visit http://www.deckmasterssf.com, or Santay Landscaping at (510) 461-0424 or visit http://www.santay.biz.
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the Bay Area and teaches dance to the students of San Leandro High School. Come experience the warmth of Mexico, a diverse culture rich in tradition. For more information, call (510) 397-1980 or visit www.bfcostadeoro.com. To purchase tickets, visit www.brownpapertickets.com.
Fiesta de Los Niños features Ballet Folklorico Costa de Oro’s Infantil and Juvenil dance companies. The first performance will be held June 10 with special guests the San Leandro High School Ballet Folklorico Costa de Oro, participating on Friday evening only. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, the Ballet Folklorico Costa de Oro, known for its creative choreography and comprehensive performance repertoire, is considered a rising star in the Northern California folklorico scene and others areas of the USA. Costa de Oro is directed by founder and producer Steven KoneffKlatt. He has been presenting Ballet Folklorico productions for 10 years around
A Night in Mexico Saturday & Sunday, Jun 11 & 12 Saturday, Jun 11: 7 p.m. Sunday, Jun 12: 2 p.m. Fiesta de Los Niños Friday – Sunday, June 10 – 12 Friday, Jun 10: 7 p.m. Saturday, Jun 11: 2 p.m. Sunday, Jun 12: 5 p.m. San Leandro Performing Arts Center 2250 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro (510) 397-1980 www.bfcostadeoro.com www.brownpapertickets.com Single show tickets: $15 advanced, $20 door; $30 weekend pass (both shows)
Hayward Firefighter of the Year award
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On Thursday, June 2, at AMVETS (American Veterans) Hayward Post 911’s monthly meeting, we honored and awarded Hayward Firefighter and Marine Corps veteran Nicolas William Stevens with our Firefighter of the Year Award. We also awarded a local citizen Claus Flachenecker for flying a USA flag every day in front of his home. Plus, we also had the swearing in ceremony by Past AMVETS Department of California Commander Greg Raffa of most of our new Post officers for 2016-2017. For more information, visit: www.AMVETS911.com
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CASTRO VALLEY | TOTAL SALES: 10 Highest $: 950,000 Median $: 675,000 Lowest $: 430,000 Average $: 675,000 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILT CLOSED 3725 Carlwyn Court 94546 750,000 3 2522 195704-28-16 21071 Gary Drive #304 94546 430,000 2 1101 198004-27-16 2219 Jeffer Street 94546 475,000 2 1018 194804-25-16 5035 Kevin Court 94546 775,000 3 1575 195504-25-16 18441 Ogilvie Drive 94546 835,000 3 1516 195604-27-16 18992 Thornbury Ave 94546 675,000 3 1272 195504-26-16 22799 Canyon Ter Dr #U1 94552 475,000 2 984 199704-26-16 22148 Eden Canyon Rd 94552 435,000 04-28-16 35697 Palomares Road 94552 950,000 3 1524 195804-28-16 5455 Tinder Court 94552 950,000 4 2262 197804-26-16
HAYWARD | TOTAL SALES: 27 Highest $: 985,000 Median $: 485,000 Lowest $: 230,000 Average $: 480,667 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILT CLOSED 24431 2nd Street 94541 596,000 4 2120 1975 04-26-16 1327 Ash Street 94541 400,000 2 918 1947 04-26-16 1923 East Street 94541 485,000 3 1298 1954 04-28-16 22868 Evanswood Road 94541 485,000 2 1235 2004 04-26-16 16950 Meekland Avenue 94541 985,000 8 3872 1988 04-25-16 641 Mesa Circle 94541 480,000 2 1174 2003 04-27-16 3334 Saddle Drive 94541 710,000 3 2084 1963 04-25-16 21343 Santos Street 94541 505,000 3 1306 1947 04-25-16 3269 Shawn Way 94541 531,000 4 1940 1985 04-27-16 260 Sunset Boulevard #1 94541 335,000 2 1016 1981 04-26-16 26833 Hayward Blvd 94542 370,000 1 839 1987 04-28-16 25912 Hayward Blvd #112 94542 381,000 2 1203 1983 04-26-16 25714 Spring Drive 94542 345,000 2 1000 1967 04-25-16 705 Canonbury Way #383 94544 370,000 2 900 1988 04-27-16 25431 Charles Avenue 94544 376,000 2 812 1950 04-25-16 26303 Flamingo Avenue 94544 230,000 3 1059 1952 04-26-16
94544 94544 94544 94544 94544 94544 94544 25192 Copa Del Oro Dr #111 94545 25163 Copa Del Oro Dr #135 94545 2730 Sleepy Hollow Ave 94545 2020 Vivian Street 94546
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MILPITAS | TOTAL SALES: 10 Highest $: 1,080,000 Median $: 922,000 Lowest $: 490,000 Average $: 851,900 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILTCLOSED 1175 Belbrook Way 95035 1,040,000 4 1743 1978 05-12-16 1811 Canton Drive 95035 685,000 3 1102 1960 05-17-16 1417 Coyote Creek Way 95035 922,000 3 1788 2014 05-17-16 1897 Everglades Drive 95035 945,000 4 1737 1967 05-13-16 1941 Grand Teton Drive 95035 1,080,000 3 1673 1976 05-13-16 1017 North Abbott Ave 95035 510,000 2 1174 1979 05-17-16 299 North Temple Drive 95035 490,000 3 1146 1970 05-17-16 901 South Park Victoria Dr 95035 960,000 - 1998 1968 05-16-16 1521 Stemel Way 95035 837,000 3 1296 1978 05-13-16 2235 Uridias Ranch Road 95035 1,050,000 2 1590 1989 05-17-16 NEWARK | TOTAL SALES: 5 Highest $: 970,000 Median $: 680,000 Lowest $: 550,000 Average $: 737,800 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILTCLOSED 35168 Blackburn Drive 94560 839,000 4 1829 1963 04-26-16 6366 Jarvis Avenue 94560 650,000 2 1392 1987 04-25-16 5250 Port Sailwood Dr 94560 680,000 3 1450 1975 04-26-16 5501 Portsmouth Ave 94560 970,000 3 2165 1963 04-28-16 36250 Sandalwood St 94560 550,000 3 1144 1961 04-26-16 SAN LEANDRO | TOTAL SALES: 15 Highest $: 703,000 Median $: 500,000 Lowest $: 153,000 Average $: 482,167 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILTCLOSED 12909 Aurora Drive 94577 500,000 3 2359 1955 04-26-16 2025 Bradhoff Avenue 94577 703,000 3 1506 1946 04-25-16 96 California Avenue 94577 153,000 3 1520 1925 04-28-16 739 Estudillo Avenue 94577 605,000 3 2540 1974 04-26-16 736 Joaquin Avenue 94577 572,500 4 1864 1921 04-26-16 13863 Seagate Drive 94577 470,000 2 1033 1988 04-26-16 2380 West Avenue 134th 94577 460,000 04-28-16 1520 152nd Avenue 94578 362,000 2 935 1939 04-26-16 1473 156th Avenue 94578 380,000 2 1196 1925 04-26-16 1570 165th Avenue #101 94578 235,000 1 679 1987 04-26-16 777 Barri Drive 94578 475,000 3 1355 1955 04-26-16 1972 Manchester Road 94578 600,000 3 1442 1948 04-25-16 3742 Mortensen Road 94578 550,000 3 1517 1978 04-28-16 14546 Merced Street 94579 590,000 3 1076 1953 04-26-16 1666 Redwood Avenue 94579 577,000 3 1328 1953 04-27-16
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FREMONT | TOTAL SALES: 30 Highest $: 2,180,000 Median $: 956,000 Lowest $: 343,000 Average $: 990,317 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILT CLOSED 3648 Birchwood Ter #114 94536 343,000 1 712 1984 04-27-16 38738 Chimaera Circle 94536 1,081,000 5 2157 1996 04-28-16 35552 Galen Place 94536 1,025,000 4 1811 1967 04-25-16 444 Hillview Drive 94536 860,000 3 1324 1955 04-27-16 497 Hillview Drive 94536 885,000 3 1324 1955 04-28-16 36496 Perkins Street 94536 960,000 3 1645 1964 04-26-16 118 Ray Court 94536 1,285,000 5 3149 1980 04-26-16 37387 Sequoia Road 94536 371,000 2 750 1986 04-28-16 815 Uinta Court 94536 765,000 3 1395 1957 04-26-16 1933 Utah Way 94536 903,000 3 1709 1963 04-27-16 42836 Charleston Way 94538 750,000 3 1151 1958 04-28-16 3653 Franklin Avenue 94538 550,000 3 1151 1958 04-28-16 39224 Guardino Dr #303 94538 400,000 2 857 1990 04-27-16 4424 Irvington Avenue 94538 975,000 3 1318 1960 04-26-16 39332 Marbella Terraza 94538 620,000 2 1072 2001 04-26-16 141 Peony Court 94538 802,000 3 1526 1961 04-25-16 47069 Benns Ter #33 94539 580,000 2 926 1987 04-26-16 44398 Camellia Drive 94539 1,421,000 4 2277 1969 04-25-16 155 Concho Drive 94539 1,361,000 - 1780 1978 04-28-16 686 Emerson Street 94539 1,460,000 4 1910 1965 04-25-16 135 Espada Place 94539 1,010,000 - 1696 1978 04-26-16 322 Kansas Way 94539 1,100,000 4 1231 1979 04-26-16 40840 Ondina Court 94539 1,570,000 4 2093 1977 04-26-16 41932 Via San Luis Rey 94539 1,510,000 4 1750 1963 04-25-16 1687 Vinehill Court 94539 2,180,000 5 3848 1987 04-28-16 47112 Warm Springs Blvd #119 94539 535,500 2 900 1982 04-26-16 3042 Calcott Court 94555 1,071,000 3 1392 1972 04-26-16 4665 Celia Court 94555 956,000 3 1118 1986 04-28-16 34860 Ozark River Way 94555 930,000 3 1417 1973 04-28-16 4425 Sandpiper Court 94555 1,450,000 4 2749 1979 04-26-16 5956 Via Lugano 94555 925,000 4 1969 2012 04-22-16
30448 Hoylake Street 28232 Karn Drive 31983 Olean Street 27427 Stoneridge Ct #7 27787 Vasona Court #14 29856 Ventnor Court 1546 Welford Circle
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SAN LORENZO | TOTAL SALES: 4 Highest $: 558,000 Median $: 499,000 Lowest $: 370,000 Average $: 494,250 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILTCLOSED 1343 Culver Place 94580 370,000 2 988 1972 04-27-16 16068 Paseo Largavista 94580 558,000 3 1086 1944 04-26-16 15795 Via Arroyo 94580 499,000 3 1062 1946 04-26-16 16027 Via Toledo 94580 550,000 3 1024 1951 04-26-16 UNION CITY | TOTAL SALES: 2 Highest $: 850,000 Median $: 830,000 Lowest $: 830,000 Average $: 840,000 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILTCLOSED 34624 Arroyo Drive 94587 830,000 3 1605 1999 04-28-16 34561 Windflower Lane 94587 850,000 3 1867 1999 04-28-16
Volunteers display community spirit
From left to right: Avtar Singh, Bhagwant Singh, Sarabjit Gill, Gurmail Singh, Swinder Singh Bal, Raj Singh (Retired Principal and Alameda County Senior Citizen Commissioner), Mohinder Singh Bhatti and Kuldip Singh.
SUBMITTED BY NELSON KIRK On Sundays, eight fine volunteers can be seen walking around the Alvarado District picking up ground litter.
SUBMITTED BY CHRIS GIN Join the Hayward Animal Shelter for a special free screening of “The Champions,” a documentary film by Darcy Dennett, on Tuesday, June 14 at Castro Valley Library. The film is a documentary that follows the dogs
They have been doing this for one and a half years and work with Grounds and Parks Maintenance lead worker Matt Bauchou. Bauchou worked with staff to get them approved volunteer vests, litter pick up sticks, and garbage
rescued from the Michael Vick illegal dog fighting ring that were given a second chance in life. For more information, call (510) 881-7927 or visit www.facebook.com/haywardanimalshelter. Visit www.championsdocumentary.com for more information about the film.
buckets. These men are very responsible, polite, courteous and dependable, and we appreciate their community spirit.
The Champions Tuesday, Jun 14 6:15 p.m.: Pre-movie introduction 6:30 p.m.: Movie screening Castro Valley Library 3600 Norbridge Ave, Castro Valley (510) 881-7927 www.championsdocumentary.com Free
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Sudoku: Fill in the missing numbers (1 – 9 inclusive) so each row, column and 3x3 box contains all digits.
Crossword Puzzle
Across 1 graphic (11) 6 memories (7) 9 annual event (8) 11 cookbook (6) 13 It's a snap (5) 14 supports (5) 15 crazy (6) 16 Movie shots (5) 17 done unconsciously (13) 20 Extra (5) 23 tremendous (11) 25 Agenda entries (5) 26 news satire, The ___ (5) 28 hit with a hammer (8) 29 take without permission (5)
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outside (7) awards (15) Après-ski drink (5) for your ________ (13) Bequeath (5) specifications (12) north, south (9) smaller than normal (9) possessing something (9) shed light on (9) morally wrong (6) shut forcefully (7) disinfects (6) Bypass (5)
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Tri-City Stargazer JUNE 8 - JUNE 14, 2016 For All Signs: The Saturn-Neptune square affects us on a personal level. It isn’t just about the world at large (see previous article). There are those who have lied to themselves about reality who will find their denial tactics must come to an abrupt end. Something will be standing in the mirror that represents a cracked illusion. You can no longer tell yourself that things will be all right, that this can’t happen to you. Almost everyone is in denial about something. In the Western world, this is one of
Aries the Ram (March 21April 20): The rules of law, justice and all bodies of authority have been demanding more than their fair share of you. What you feel may be exaggerated, but it is clear that something is wrong. It is possible that you may be the victim of false rumors or gossip. Now is the time for truth. Past responsibilities come home to roost. Those you have managed well will reward, or vice versa. Taurus the Bull (April 21May 20): Problems have been revealed via any of the following areas: resources that you share with others (partner’s income, investments, IRS), issues concerning your estate and/or your inheritance, debtors that won’t pay, or debts that you owe. Meanwhile some of those whom you have called friends seem to evaporate. Your clarity of vision about who is a friend is growing. Gemini the Twins (May 21June 20): There are issues in your partnership that require attention. Perhaps your partner has experienced a loss in his/her family and this requires you to take on more responsibility than is the norm. You must be the strong one now. This kind of issue can generate questions about your level of commitment. If the rela-
tionship is good, it will survive and become stronger. Cancer the Crab (June 21July 21): Your faith will be tested in any number of situations over the next few months. Saturn is demanding that you have all your details, files and requirements in order. It could be called the reality police. Your physical strength may be undermined by a longterm condition that heretofore has not shown its face. It will require effort, work and attention to control and repair it. Leo the Lion (July 22-August 22): Realities have been exposed in your romance, creative life, and relationships to children. It is possible that you are reaching the limits of your ability to manage things alone. You are actually losing valuable resources, though the trail may not be clear. Partner may not be able to contribute his/her share. This could be simply inflation, or wherever you keep your savings is being charged unfairly. Check your account(s) for deceptive practices. Virgo the Virgin (August 23September 22): Demands from family on your time and energy has been eroding your primary relationship. Or perhaps it has been slowly degrading over time and now you are forced to recog-
our favorite self-defense tactics. However, we are probably not lost forever. The solution is evident within the problem. It is recognizable because it involves effort, work, and ongoing attention. Those are Saturn’s requirements to extricate ourselves from the mire of difficulty. So we must suck it up and do what is necessary to eliminate this problem. See below for clues to how this aspect relates to you. Read the paragraphs for both your sun sign and ascendant.
nize the problem. If you want to resolve this issue, more work, effort, and ongoing attention has promise of correcting the issue. Libra the Scales (September 23-October 22): The circle of your environment has become smaller, perhaps because your physical body can no longer keep up the pace. Give attention to exercise, better sleep, or eliminate addictive patterns that may be draining your energy. Use discernment about whether you are taking over problems that don’t belong to you. Don’t give away your energy on other people’s issues. Scorpio the Scorpion (October 23-November 21): You have needed to keep your financial belt pretty tight for well over a year. It is possible you fantasized that help from an unknown source would rescue you. That likely has not materialized. You are realizing the illusion of what we call security. You need a paycheck of your own. Sagittarius the Archer (November 22-December 21): Any relationship that could be identified as codependent has shown itself in full clarity now. You may be the one who has rescued ad nauseum and now you no longer have the emotional en-
ergy to continue. Your sense of future direction may feel fuzzy and without structure. Yet you must give it some kind of form in order to proceed. Take only small steps for now. Capricorn the Goat (December 22-January 19): You know in your heart that you have come almost to the end of a career cycle. You need to break free and get some rest before you tackle the next big project. But it's scary out there and of course, you need to earn a living. Give special attention to your vision and also your hearing. Don’t allow symptoms to continue without a thorough check. Aquarius the Water Bearer (January 20-February 18): Financial resources may be drained. Don’t go into debt by not giving attention to your checking ac-
count. If you see this developing, stop and make a solid plan for how you are going to pay for what is needed. You may be taking on someone else’s financial problem. Be aware of the cost to you and also to the relationship for doing this. Pisces the Fish (February 19-March 20): The mask you wear out in the world has been fading. You have sustained a blow to your ego or maybe your body. Perhaps you have defined yourself by your occupation or status in the world, and the sand is being sucked out from under you. Don’t waste time in paralysis. Saturn’s requirement is that you construct and commit to your direction. If the old one doesn’t work anymore, you need to create something new.
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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Pat Kite’s Garden
TRI-CITY GARDEN CLUB MEETINGS: Friends of Heirloom Flowers Work Parties - Every Tuesday - at Shinn Park, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
1251 Peralta near Mowry, Fremont (510) 656-7702 Bring gloves and tools. - Social Hour afterward Every Thursday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Niles Rose Garden - 36501 Niles Boulevard, Fremont Bring gloves and tools. [Across Driveway from Mission Adobe Nursery] Contact Joyce Ruiz: 659-9396 Meetings are held quarterly. Call for details Fremont Senior Center Garden Club First Friday of each month, 1-2 p.m. Tanya Mendoza, Program Coordinator 510-790-6602 Fremont Garden Club The Fremont Garden Club meets the third Wednesday of each month, February - October, in members’ homes & gardens, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Locations are posted on the Fremont Garden Clubs’ web site at www.fremontgardenclub.org or email: fremontgardenclub@hotmail.com
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ary says I should write about garden snails. Mary is very good to her snails. I am not. I step on mine and enjoy the crunch. Mary picks hers up and ensconces them in a plastic bag. She throws this courteously into the trash. She also doesn’t use bait, protecting cats and dogs. For this column, I am trying to find something nice to say about snails. Their silver trails are very pretty in the morning, quite artistic. Each snail has a different shell pattern like our fingerprints. And for readers who enjoy reading about movie star lifestyle, snails can be truly romantic. (I am not making this up). First, since they usually choose not to travel too far, snail mates are in their work group. Each snail has
a sex gland in its head. This gives off an attractant. When a male/female (they are two in one) elects a mate, they begin circling each other. This courting procedure can take six hours or more. First they touch feet. Then private parts are touched with each snail’s tentacles. As excitement looms, one snail gives off a harpoon-style “love” dart. The other snail soon responds. This dart is often referred to as “Cupid’s arrow.” In brief, it has something to do with increasing chances of snail paternity. On occasion, this Cupid’s dart sometimes doesn’t go to the correct pore, so the opposing snail digests the dart instead of adding it to the fertilization process. This is getting a bit deep for a family column, so let’s move on to what happens when you throw your garden snails over the fence. Perhaps into the yard where a
PAT KITE L. Patricia [Pat] Kite’s several garden books include KISS Guide to Gardening, Gardening Wizardry for Kids, Raccoons, Ladybug Facts and Folklore and Silkworms. They may be found at Amazon.com and Alibris.com. neighbor shares her cats with you? Have you gotten rid of that snail? A British scientist did a scientific study. Over a six-month period, Dr. Dunstan marked 1,385 snails with a white dot. These snails were thrown over a 6-ft. high fence into an area 15 ft. away from the scientist’s beloved plants. Apparently 416 made the return trip. Dr. Dunstan marked the returnees again, sending over the fence, etc. The champion snail returned 17 times. Apparently snails have a homing instinct. Apparently Mary also just wanted to know how to get rid of them. Eggshells around plants help. Also, caffeinated coffee grounds and cinnamon deter. Crushed garlic cloves in water are reputedly effective, and sprayed garlic oil is supposed to be a quite good deterrent and snail killer. If you try this, let me know. Crunch.
New Haven Teacher Appreciation Award SUBMITTED BY CHONG ORTHODONTICS For the 2nd straight year, Chong Orthodontics sponsored a New Haven Teacher Appreciation Award. After receiving nominations from the entire school district, we are happy to announce that this year’s winner is Mrs. Linda Chew, 2nd grade teacher at Delaine Eastin Elementary School. Besides a plaque and framed copy of her nomination, we were honored to present Mrs. Chew with a check for $1,000 at their year-end assembly. Chong Orthodontics appreciates all of our teachers and what they do for children and for our community.
County Executive appoints Acting Director of Pretrial Services SUBMITTED BY LAUREL ANDERSON County of Santa Clara County Executive Jeffrey V. Smith, M.D., J.D., has appointed Michaelene Reagan as Acting Director of Pretrial Services effective June 6, following director Garry Herceg’s appointment to Deputy County Executive. Reagan has been the manager of the Pretrial Services Supervision Unit since 2013. “Michaelene brings extensive experience from Pretrial Services’ Jail, Court and Supervision Units to her interim position as Acting Director,” Smith said. “I am confident she will maintain the high level of service the office provides to the County and our residents.” Reagan has worked with Pretrial Services for more than 20 years, bringing management experience with the Supervision Unit and the Drug Testing Unit to her new role. She currently manages the Supervision Unit which monitors defendants who are released on Supervised Own Recognizance (O.R.) Program release with conditions. “I am excited to move into a new leadership role and be an integral part of the pretrial justice reform happening in the County,” Reagan said. Reagan graduated from San Jose State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology, and a minor in Administration of Justice, with a concentration in Criminology.
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SUBMITTED BY THE HAYWARD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PHOTO BY CASSANDRA BROADWIN The 2016 downtown Hayward Street Party season opens its 16th year with bands, the first of three summer car shows, street entertainers, food, and family fun. The event kicks off the series of traditional Thursday night street parties including celebrations July 21 and August 18. On June 16 the Bank of the West Stage will feature the West Coast Blues Society Caravan of All Stars, celebrating the upcoming Hayward/Russell City Blues Festival. Other bands that day will include the Zydeco Flames on the Buffalo Bills Stage and the Royal Deuces on the Bistro Patio Stage. DJ Robert Louis will entertain at the chamber of commerce Main Street Stage. Additional fun will be provided by street entertainers, face-painters and rides for kids. Adults will enjoy more than 100 hot rods and classics at the car show on Main
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Street, and great brews will be served in a beer/soda garden. “It says a lot about Hayward that our participants look at the street parties as a family reunion,” said Kim Huggett, president of the Hayward Chamber of Commerce. “These are events that not only are family friendly, but the coolness factor is there, too.” The street party series is made possible through a partnership of the Downtown Business Improvement Area, the City of Hayward and the Hayward Chamber of Commerce. Corporate sponsors include Buffalo Bills Brewery, PG&E, Kaiser Permanente, Wells Fargo Bank, and Calpine’s Russell City Energy Center. The chamber office is still accepting reservations from vendors. For information, call (510) 537-2424 or check the website at www.hayward.org. Hayward Street Party Thursday, Jun 16 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. B St (from Foothill Blvd to Watkins St), Hayward (510) 537-2424 www.hayward.org Free entry and parking
Nonprofit helps children become Super Stars SUBMITTED BY JENNY ARCAINA Super Stars Literacy is dedicated to helping K-2nd grade students read proficiently before entering the third grade. Students who struggle reading by the third grade are at risk of future academic failure. Super Stars Literacy is helping close the educational gap by providing extended learning programs, key daily activities, inschool intervention, and family engagement activities. The nonprofit serves several elementary schools around Alameda County, including Oakland, Newark and Hayward. Artavia Berry, executive director for Super Stars Literacy, noted “We’re equipping them not just for success in the first, second or third grade; we’re equipping them for life.” You, too, can help break the
educational barrier by becoming a volunteer for Super Stars Literacy. Community members who are sophomores in high school or older are invited to take part in their volunteering opportunities. Classroom tutors serve as volunteers who help out at least once a week and work directly with K2nd graders throughout the school year. Check out other volunteer opportunities by visiting www.superstarsliteracy.org or contacting (510) 777-0870.
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SUBMITTED BY DOUG DEUTSCH Prolific guitarist, David M’ore, now on tour supporting his new album “Passion Soul & Fire,” is coming to Mojo Lounge in Fremont on Saturday, June 11. M’ore has blazed a path of quickly-growing recognition that’s landed the Marin County based musician on the cover of the San Francisco Chronicle, among others. M’ore’s high-octane blues rock shines on his new album, “Passion, Soul, & Fire.” Come to Mojo Lounge and enjoy a great rockin’ evening!
David M’ore, Guitarist Saturday, June 11 9 p.m. Mojo Lounge 3714 Peralta Blvd, Fremont (510) 739-1028 http://themojolounge.net/ www.davidmore.net No cover
Hayward honors young artists and writers SUBMITTED BY JENNIFER YEE Hayward City Council recognized the winners of the 2016 City of Hayward Earth Day Poster and Writing Contest during a special ceremony at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 17, 2016. The contest provides Hayward students with an opportunity to describe through words and convey through pictures their ideas about water conservation, energy efficiency, recycling, composting, and related environmental topics. Five hundred and twenty four entries were received from students representing 25 Hayward schools. The posters, poems and essays were judged by members of the Hayward Arts Council; winning entries were selected based on originality, clarity and creative expression of the theme. The following students were recognized during the ceremony:
Kindergarten to 2nd-grade Posters: 1st: Markuz Gabriel Pablo, Palma Ceia Elementary 2nd: Fabian Quiñones, Burbank Elementary 3rd: Joseph Aquino, St. Bede Catholic School Poems/Essays: 1st: Peni Lelea, Burbank Elementary 2nd: Valeria Guillen, Burbank Elementary 3rd: Katelyn Guelos, Southgate Elementary
Middle School 3rd: Cynthia Gómez, César Chávez Middle School Poems/Essays: 1st: Emmanuel Delacruz, César Chávez Middle School 2nd: Camilla San Juan, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School 3rd: Maykel Romero, Burbank Elementary 9th- to 12th-grade posters: 1st: Jassimran Sra, Mt. Eden High 2nd: Kody Nguyen, Mt. Eden High 3rd: Monisah Mehtabuddin, Mt. Eden High Poems/Essays: 1st: Guadalupe Romero, Leadership Public Schools 2nd: Bettina Marie Gerez, Leadership Public Schools 3rd: Osawekhoe Ehiorobo, Mt. Eden High Students who submitted winning entries received a certificate of achievement from Mayor Barbara Halliday and a gift card. All winners were also eligible for one of two bonus prize drawings, in which students Quiñones and Romero were recipients. Teachers of the student winners also received gift cards. To view images of all the winning entries, please visit www.hayward-ca.gov/your-environment/get-involved/awards-contests.
3rd- to 5th-grade Posters: 1st: Isabella Panganiban, St. Bede Catholic School 2nd: Shareeza Dean, St. Bede Catholic School 3rd:Sienna Hernandez, Lorin Eden Elementary Poems/Essays: 1st: Heidi Chen, Lea’s Christian School 2nd: Juan Carlos Yboa, Park Elementary 3rd: Joshua Seiji, Lea’s Christian School 6th- to 8th-grade Posters: 1st: Sai Obispo, Treeview Elementary 2nd: Linda Ortega, Anthony W. Ochoa
By Markuz Gabriel Pablo, 1st place winner (kindergarten to 2nd grade)
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CONTINUING EVENTS Fridays, May 6 thru Oct 28
Fremont Street Eats
4:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Food trucks, beer, wine and entertainment
Downtown Fremont Capitol Ave. & Fremont Blvd., Fremont https://www.facebook.com/FremontStreetEats/ Saturday, May 7 - Sunday, Jun 19
The Model A Era Exhibit $
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cars and fashions from the 1920s and 1930s
Hayward Area Historical Society Museum 22380 Foothill Blvd., Hayward (501) 581-0223 www.haywardareahistory.org Thursday, May 13 - Sunday, Jun 11
A Few Good Men $
Thurs - Sat: 8 p.m. Sun: 1 p.m. Dramatic portrayal of two Marines on trial for murder
Broadway West Theatre Company 400-B Bay St., Fremont (510) 683-9218 www.broadwaywest.org Thursday, May 13 – Sunday, Jun 18
Decked Out Rolling On
12 noon - 5 p.m. Skateboard art and photography
Olive Hyde Art Gallery 123 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 791-4357 www.olivehydeartguild.org Saturday, May 14 - Tuesday, Jun 14
Chinese Kids’ Art Exhibit
10 a.m. - 12 noon Drawings from young Chinese artists
Opening reception Saturday, May 14 10a.m. - 12 noon Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421 http://us-chinaculture.com Monday, Jun 20 - Friday, Aug 4
Ohlone for Kids $R
8 a.m. Summer enrichment program for teens
Registration has begun Ohlone College 43600 Mission Blvd, Fremont (510) 742-2304 www.ohloneforkids.com Thursday, May 19 thru Sunday, Jun 12 Bella is a super cuddly 8 year old gal with lots of personality and love to share. Her favorite thing in the world is being near people and she'll happily meow for attention, jump on your lap, and lean into pets. A single word to describe Bella would be "affectionate". She has lots of character with her one crumpled ear and her striking gray coloring. More info: Hayward Animal Shelter. (510) 293-7200. Bella is a super cuddly 8 year old gal with lots of personality and love to share. Her favorite thing in the world is being near people and she'll happily meow for attention, jump on your lap, and lean into pets. A single word to describe Bella would be "affectionate". She has lots of character with her one crumpled ear and her striking gray coloring. More info: Hayward Animal Shelter. (510) 293-7200.
Book of Days $
Thurs - Sat: 8 p.m. Sat & Sun: 2 p.m. Dramatic small town murder mystery
Douglas Morrison Theatre 22311 N Third St., Hayward (510) 881-6777 www.dmtonline.org Thursday, May 19 thru Saturday, Jun 24
Community Visions
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Works by Chabot College students, staff and alumni
Foothill Gallery 22394 Foothill Blvd., Hayward (510) 538-2787 www.haywardartscouncil.org Fridays, May 20 thru Jun 17
Ballroom Dance Classes $
ENRICH YOUR LIFE - BECOME A VOLUNTEER!
Hayward Animal Shelter www.facebook.com/haywardanimalshelter 510-293-7200 16 Barnes Court (Near Soto & Jackson) Hayward Tuesday - Saturday1pm - 5pm
Beginners: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Intermediate & Advanced: 8:15 p.m. - 9:15 p.m. Cha Cha, Swing and Salsa
Fremont Adult School 4700 Calaveras Ave., Fremont (510) 797-9594
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Farmers’ Markets FREMONT:
SAN LEANDRO:
Centerville
Kaiser Permanente San Leandro
Saturdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Year-round Bonde Way at Fremont Blvd., Fremont (510) 909-2067 www.fremontfarmersmarket.com Downtown Fremont Farmers’ Market
Wednesday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
June 11, 2014 to December 31, 2014 2500 Merced St, San Leandro www.cafarmersmarkets.com MILPITAS:
Wednesdays 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Milpitas Farmers’ Market at ICC
May thru October Capital Ave. between Liberty St. and State St. www.westcoastfarmersmarkets.org
Sundays 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Kaiser Permanente Fremont Farmers’ Market
Thursdays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Year-round India Community Center 525 Los Coches St. 800-949-FARM www.pcfma.com NEWARK:
Year-round 39400 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont 800-949-FARM www.pcfma.com
Newark Farmers’ Market
Sundays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Irvington Farmers’ Market
Sundays 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Year-round Bay Street and Trimboli Way, Fremont 800-949-FARM www.pcfma.com Niles Farmer's Market
Saturdays 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Year-round Niles Town Plaza 37592 Niles Blvd., Fremont www.westcoastfarmersmarket.org HAYWARD:
Year-round NewPark Mall 2086 NewPark Mall, Newark 1-800-897-FARM www.agriculturalinstitute.org Bayfair Mall
Saturdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Year-round Fairmont and East 14th St., San Leandro (925) 465-4690 www.cafarmersmkts.com UNION CITY: Kaiser Permanente Union City Farmers’ Market
Tuesdays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Hayward Farmers’ Market
Saturdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Year-round Hayward City Plaza 777 B. St., Hayward 1-800-897-FARM www.agriculturalinstitute.org South Hayward Glad Tidings
Saturdays 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Year-round W. Tennyson Rd. between Tyrell Ave. and Tampa Ave., Hayward (510) 783-9377 www.cafarmersmarkets.com
Year-round Kaiser Permanente Medical Offices 3553 Whipple Rd., Union City 800-949-FARM www.pcfma.com Union City Farmers’ Market
Saturdays 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Year-round Old Alvarado Park Smith and Watkins Streets, Union City 800-949-FARM www.pcfma.com
Tuesday, May 24 - Saturday, Jul 30
The Creeks and Rivers of Silicon Valley
Mon - Wed: 1 p.m. - 9 p.m. Thurs - Sat: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sun: 12 noon - 6 p.m. 60 paintings of Santa Clara Valley Creeks
Artist reception Tuesday, May 24 - 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Milpitas Library 160 North Main St., Milpitas (408) 262-1171 www.sccl.org Thursdays, May 26 - Jun 30
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Bingo $
1 p.m. Games, refreshments and door prizes
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Newark Senior Center 7401 Enterprise Dr., Newark (510) 578-4840 www.newark.org Thursdays, May 26 - Jun 30
Senior Softball $
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Drop in games for experienced players ages 60+
Nominal fee Centerville Community Center 3375 Country Dr., Fremont (510) 673-4977 gerry.curry@comcast.net Friday, May 27 - Friday, Jul 29
Eyes of Perception
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Works by Taira, Aguirre and Shawver
John O’Lague Galleria 777 B Street, Hayward (510) 538-2787 www.haywardarts.org
Tuesdays, May 31 - Jun 28
Mondays, Jun 6 thru Jul 5
Bridge 1
Community Emergency Response Team Program – R
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Introduction to set up, bid play and score keeping
Newark Senior Center 7401 Enterprise Dr., Newark (510) 578-4840 www.newark.org Tuesdays, May 31 - Jun 28
Bridge 2
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Mondays, May 30 - Jun 27
Mastering game strategy
Bunco
Newark Senior Center 7401 Enterprise Dr., Newark (510) 578-4840 www.newark.org
10 a.m. Dice game No experience necessary
Newark Senior Center 7401 Enterprise Dr., Newark (510) 578-4840 www.newark.org
6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Emergency assistance procedures for Hayward residents
Must attend all classes Hayward City Hall 777 B St., Hayward (510) 583-4948 Hayward.CERT@hayward-ca.gov Tuesdays, Jun 7 thru Jul 5
Student Friends Orientation
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Assist children with summer reading for service credit
Hayward Weekes Library 27300 Patrick Ave., Hayward (510) 293-5065 rob.spitzel@hayward-ca.gov www.libraryinsight.com
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http://www.eventbrite.com/o/san -francisco-womens-council-of-realtors-58036431 Saturday, Jun 11 - Sunday, Jun 12
Charlie Chaplin Days $
11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Films screenings, exhibits and Charlie look-a-like contest
Niles Essanay Theater 37417 Niles Blvd, Fremont (510) 494-1411 www.nilesfilmmuseum.org Saturday, Jun 11
Twilight Marsh Walk – R
7:30 p.m. - 9:15 p.m. Enjoy sights and sounds of nature at night fall
Not suitable for young children SF Bay Wildlife Refuge 1 Marshlands Rd., Fremont (510) 792-0222 x362 http://donedwardstwilight.eventb rite.com Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday, Jun 7 thru Aug 6
Working Hands Exhibit
Wednesday, Jun 8
Fremont Green Business Luncheon $R
Mon: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Tues & Thurs: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sat: 12 noon - 3 p.m.
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Photography features farm and recycling workers
PhotoCentral 1099 E St., Hayward (510) 881-6721 www.photocentral.org
Mobile Mini 44580 Old Warm Springs Blvd., Fremont http://www.eventbrite.com/e/gre en-business-networking-lunchjune-2016-tickets-24572677540
Wednesday, Jun 8 – Sunday, Jun 12
Friday, Jun 10 - Saturday, Jun 11
Central Park Display
Live Blues Music
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
9 p.m.
Historic photos and artifacts
Various artists
Museum of Local History 190 Anza Street, Fremont (510) 623-7907 www.museumoflocalhistory.org
Smoking Pig BBQ 3340 Mowry Ave., Fremont (510) 713-1854 www.smokingpigbbq.net
Network with green businesses in Alameda County
Friday, Jun 10 - Sunday, Jun 12
Live Music Fri: 8 p.m. The Bonedrivers
THIS WEEK Wednesday, Jun 8
Health and Wellness Seminar – R
Sat: 5 p.m. Kaye Bohler Sun: 3 p.m. Golden Gate Blues Society
World Famous Turf Club 22519 Main St., Hayward (510) 881-9877 www.WorldFamousTurfClub.com
Saturday, Jun 11 - Sunday, Jun 12
Family Fun Hour
2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Stories, games and activities
Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220 www.ebparks.org Saturday, Jun 11
Afternoon Fun and Games $
1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Enjoy stilt racing, tug-o-war, and sack races
Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797 www.ebparks.org
Center 1751 Grand Blvd., Alviso (408) 262-5513 x104 http://draweec.eventbrite.com Saturday, Jun 11
Bird Walk
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Jun 11
Docent led bird hike along shoreline
Farm Chores for Kids $
Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 670-7270 www.haywardrec.org
10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Crack corn and feed the animals
Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797 www.ebparks.org
Clean, weed and renew structures
Home grilling cooking demonstration
Mission Peak Wind Symphony $
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220 www.ebparks.org/register
Wednesday, Jun 8
Alameda County Transit Board of Directors Meeting
Chabot College, Little Theatre 25555 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward (510) 723-6600 ww.missionpeakwinds.org
5 p.m. Dial 511, say “AC Transit” for service lines
City of Fremont Council Chambers 3300 Capitol Ave., Fremont (510) 494-4508 www.actransit.org
Saturday, Jun 11
Friday, Jun 10
Laughter Yoga
Women’s Council of Realtors Day $
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
12 noon
Hayward Main Library 835 C St., Hayward (510) 881-7980 http://tinyurl.com/lyoga-0516
Lunch, races and networking
Golden Gate Fields 1100 Eastshore Frontage Rd, Berkeley (510) 559-7300
Reduce stress and improve respiration
Saturday, Jun 11
Planting Time $
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Dig in the heirloom vegetable garden
Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797 www.ebparks.org Saturday, Jun 11
Rainbow Corn $
1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Create a mosaic from Indian corn
Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797 www.ebparks.org Saturday, Jun 11
Campfire Program
8 p.m. - 9 p.m. Games, songs and stories around the campfire
Anthony Chabot Campground and Park 9999 Redwood Rd., Castro Valley (510) 690-6677 www.ebparks.org
Saturday, Jun 11
Fitness for everyone
9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
San Lorenzo Pioneer Cemetery Usher Street & College Street, San Lorenzo (510) 581-2516 www.haywardareahistory.org
Child safety seat inspections Pre-register for seat inspections Fremont Police Department 2000 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 790-6908 www.fpdcarseatcheck.eventbrit e.com www.fremont.gov
3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Cemetery Open Day
Music from Divine Comedy
Booths, kid’s activities and giveaways
Volunteer Day Ohlone Village Site – R
Saturday, Jun 11
Visit the final resting place of area’s founding families
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Zumba
Friday, Jun 10
7:30 p.m.
Fremont Police Safety Fair
Saturday, Jun 11
1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Washington Hospital 2500 Mowry Ave., Fremont (510) 791-3428 www.whhs.com/seminars
Saturday, Jun 11
Saturday, Jun 11 - Sunday, Jun 12
Ballet Folklorico Costa de Oro $
Sat: 7 p.m. Sun: 2 p.m.
Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421 www.aclibrary.org Saturday, Jun 11
Get Fit with Zumba – R
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Calorie burning dance party
Ages 13+ Hayward Main Library 835 C St., Hayward (510) 881-7946 annie.snell@hayward-ca.gov
Mexican songs, dances and music
Saturday, Jun 11
San Leandro Performing Arts Center 2250 Bancroft Ave., San Leandro (510) 397-1980 www.brownpapertickets.com
Documentary Film: The Family Next Door
Saturday, Jun 11 - Sunday, Jun 12
Model Engineers Open House
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
1:30 p.m. Glimpse into lives of families living with autism
Niles Discovery Church of Fremont 36600 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 797-0895 www.nilesdiscoverychurch.org
View N and HO scale layouts
Niles Town Plaza 37592 Niles Blvd., Fremont www.nilesdepot.org Saturday, Jun 11
Fossils and Flumes – R
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Hands-on wetland experience for children
Alviso Environmental Education Center 1751 Grand Blvd., Alviso (510) 453-6695
Saturday, Jun 11
Flapjack Fundraiser $
8 a.m. - 10 a.m. All you can eat pancakes, bacon and beverage
Benefit for MHS music Applebee’s Milpitas 84 Ranch Dr., Milpitas (408) 263-3939 jon_pinney@yahoo.com Sunday, Jun 12
Rope Making and Hay Hoisting $
Saturday, Jun 11
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Why Tides Matter – R
Use antique machines and pulleys
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797 www.ebparks.org
Easy docent led walk along tidelands
Alviso Environmental Education Center 1751 Grand Blvd., Alviso (408) 262-5513 http://tideseec.eventbrite.com
Sunday, Jun 12
Math for Adults Saturday, Jun 11
2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Blues Rock Music $
Solving equations
Saturday, Jun 11
9 p.m.
Drawbridge Van Excursion – R
David M’ore Passion, Soul and Fire Tour
Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421 www.aclibrary.org
9:30 a.m. - 12 noon Docent narrated van tour of marshlands
Alviso Environmental Education
Mojo Lounge 3714 Peralta Blvd., Fremont (510) 739-1028 www.davidmore.net
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Sunday, Jun 12
Sunday, Jun 12
Lovely Ladies Croquet $
Scrumptious Sourdough $
Berry Picking Basket $R
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
10:30 a.m. - 12 noon
10 a.m. - 12 noon
Watch a Victoria era game
Taste the oldest form of leavened bread
Create a basket from tule
Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797 www.ebparks.org
Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797 www.ebparks.org
Ages 18+ Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220 www.ebparks.org/register
Sunday, Jun 12
Sunday, Jun 12
Ohlone Village Site Tour
Hay Harvesting $
Monday, Jun 13
2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Lawyer in the Library – R
Tour shade structure, pit house and sweat house
Load and haul freshly mowed hay
6:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797 www.ebparks.org
Consultation to provide legal guidance
Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220 www.ebparks.org
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15 minute session with appointment Newark Branch Library 6300 Civic Terrace Ave., Newark (510) 284-0677 Monday, Jun 13
Tuesday, Jun 14
Playwrighter’s Cagematch: Public Squares, Private Stories
Documentary Screening: The Champions
8 p.m.
6:15 p.m.
Playwrights vie for top honor
Dogs rescued from illegal fighting ring
Douglas Morrison Theatre 2311 N Third St., Hayward (510) 881-6777 www.dmtonline.org
Castro Valley Library 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley (510) 881-7927 www.facebook.com/haywardanimalshelter
Monday, Jun 13
Student Friends Orientation
6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Jun 14
Assist children with summer reading
Art Demonstration
Hayward Main Library 835 C St., Hayward (510) 881-7946 annie.snell@hayward-ca.gov
7 p.m.
Tuesday, Jun 14
Teen Activity Group: TAG
5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Assist in planning teen library events
Hayward Main Library 835 C St., Hayward (510) 881-7980 annie.snell@haywrad-ca.gov http://tinyurl.com/mtag-may16
Mural painting
San Leandro Public Library 300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro (510) 577-3971 www.aclibrary.org Friday, Jun 17
Frank Sisk Golf Tournament and Dinner $R
11:30 a.m. Benefits LOV’s free summer program for Tri-City youth
Poppy Ridge Golf Course 4280 Greenville Rd., Livermore (510) 793-5683 www.lov.org
SUBMITTED BY NEW HAVEN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Rising Sun Energy Center, a nonprofit organization, provides no-cost energy and water assessments and mini-retrofits to low- to moderate-income households through its California Youth Energy Services (CYES) program. The CYES program is designed to provide young people ages 15-22 with hands-on job training and a paid employment experience in the green industry. Rising Sun is currently accepting applications for the position of Energy Specialist. Energy Specialists will receive extensive training; no prior experience with energy or water conservation work is necessary. You can apply at http://risingsunenergy.org/programs/california-youth-energy-services/jobopportunities. Do you love working with children? Do you want to join a fun and growing company? American Swim Academy is looking for energetic people with positive attitudes to join our team. We are hiring part-time swim instructors and customer service representatives. For more information, visit www.americanswimacademy.com.
BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE Alameda County Renew books by phone (510) 790-8096 For more information about the Bookmobile call (510) 745-1477 or visit www.aclibrary.org. Times & Stops subject to change
Tuesday, June 7 10:00 – 11:15 Daycare Center Visit – UNION CITY 1:45 – 2:30 Fremont Hills Senior Living, 35490 Mission Blvd., FREMONT 3:50 – 4:20 Mission Gateway Apts., 33155 Mission Blvd., UNION CITY 4:50 – 5:30 Mariner Park, Regents Blvd. & Dorado Dr., UNION CITY 5:40 – 6:20 Sea Breeze Park, Dyer St. & Carmel Way, UNION CITY Wednesday, June 8 2:00 – 4:00 Warm Springs Community Center, 47300 Fernald
St., FREMONT 4:15 – 4:50 Lone Tree Creek Park, Starlit Way & Turquoise St., FREMONT 6:00 – 6:30 Camellia Dr. & Camellia Ct., FREMONT Thursday, June 9 9:30 – 10:15 Daycare Center Visit, UNION CITY 10:30 – 10:50 Daycare Center Visit, UNION CITY 2:00 – 2:30 Daycare Center Visit, SAN LORENZO 2:45 – 3:40 Bay School, 2001 Bockman Rd., SAN LORENZO
Milpitas Bookmobile stops Renew books by phone (800) 471-0991 For more information (408) 293-2326 x3060
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Calling all artists for Olive Hyde Holiday Show SUBMITTED BY LUCINDA BENDER PHOTOS BY: JUREK ZARZYCKI The Olive Hyde Art Guild (OHAG) cordially invites artists from the Bay Area and beyond to participate in their 34th Holiday Show and Sale, held the first weekend of December. This well attended event boasts standing room only during the grand opening night Gala, held Friday, December 2. One can feast their eyes on a variety of beautiful art and holiday items displayed and
SUBMITTED BY JERMAINE SHAFFER “Niles Cruise Nights” is back on the second Saturday of each month from June to September. This is a free, family event that has been going on since 2013 and has grown in popularity over the years. This year’s event will be held Saturday, June 11 in the parking lot next to the Niles train station in downtown Niles. Vendors will be onsite as visitors cruise along downtown Niles. Listen to old-style music and participate in a raffle for a chance to win a custom-built Oakland A’s bike or San Francisco Giants’ bike. The event is a fundraiser to benefit a different organization each month. During April’s event, $520 was raised for Yesterday and Today Autism Founda-
feast on hors d’ oeuvres, sweets and beverages in charming surroundings. Please visit www.olivehydeartguild.org for more information and complete the online application. Or, contact Roberta Moody at Robertam1629@gmail.com. The application deadline is August 15. Samples of new artist’s work will be screened by appointment on September 10 at the Gallery, 123 Washington Blvd., Fremont.
tion in Fremont. The month of May was for American Legion Post 837, and the event raised $700. Ashland Little League will be the beneficiary for the month of June. For more information, contact (510) 397-8872 or info@thebombshop.com. Niles Cruise Nights Saturday, Jun 11 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Downtown Niles (across the street from Bronco Billy’s) 37592 Niles Blvd, Fremont (510) 397-8872 www.facebook.com/thebombshop Free
FUSD’s Summer Food Program SUBMITTED BY BRIAN KILLGORE
Kiwanis Club of Fremont SUBMITTED BY SHIRLEY SISK The Kiwanis Club of Fremont has scheduled four interesting speakers for their June meetings. On Tuesday, June 7, a breakfast meeting at 7 a.m. will feature Daniel Wilson, Community Relations Coordinator for Alameda County Vector Control who will talk about the work of the agency with a special emphasis on bed bugs. On June 14 at a 6:30 dinner meeting, FR Jeff Finley will discuss Pallative Care and how it differs from Hospice Care. At the 7 a.m. breakfast meeting of June
21, Ed Fayan, Senior Associate Administrator for Washington Hospital will give a power presentation on the new construction at the hospital. The dinner meeting on June 28 at 6:30 p.m. will feature Sharon Slayton, Program/Development Director of The League of Volunteers who will talk about all the fun activities planned for this year’s free Summer Recreation in the Parks for Tri-City children. Kiwanis Club meets the 1st & 3rd Tuesday mornings at 7 a.m. for breakfast and the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays for dinner at 6:30 p.m. at The Doubletree by Hilton in Newark. Be our guest and learn
SUBMITTED BY CITY OF HAYWARD Passeio do Vinho returns to Hayward on Saturday, June 25 for the 4th consecutive year. Tickets are now available online at: http://www.haywardca.gov/discover/events/passeio-do-vinho Tickets are also available at Hayward City Hall (777, B street, Revenue Department). On the day of the event, registration will begin at 1:30 p.m. and the event kicks off at 2:30 p.m. Participants will be able to swirl, sip, and stroll along an expanded route with nearly 20 tasting stops at participating Downtown Hayward businesses. Come and enjoy wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres, or non-alcoholic beverages from local eateries, a variety of live music performances, and artisan crafts and jewelry. Raffles and prizes will take place throughout the event. You will receive maps of the event route to help you wend your way through downtown Hayward to
more about Kiwanis and our many services to the community. Enjoy the informative speakers and become acquainted with people like you who are interested in being involved and helping to make a difference. Check out our website kiwanisfremont.org Kiwanis Club Fremont – June Meetings Tuesday, Jun 7 and Jun 21 7 a.m. /Breakfast meeting Tuesday, Jun 14 and Jun 28 6:30 p.m. / Dinner meeting Doubletree by Hilton 39900 Balentine, Newark kiwanisfremont.org Free to first time attendees
the energizing sounds of live pop, jazz, and R&B music. One ticket buys you stops at all wine and food venues! A range of ticket options between $35 and $45 are available including special discounts for seniors. All Passeio do Vinho ticket holders will receive admission to the event, a commemorative wine glass, and a single entry ticket to the Web.com tours PGA Stonebrae Classic on July 19. Passeio do Vinho, Downtown Hayward Wine Stroll Saturday, June 25 Register: 1:30 p.m. / Stroll: 2:30 p.m. Start: Hayward City Hall, 777 B Street, Hayward http://www.hayward-ca.gov/winestroll201 http://www.hayward-ca.gov/discover/events/passeio-do-vinho $35-$45
With summer right around the corner, it’s time to think about keeping children healthy during their break from school.This year, Fremont Unified School District (FUSD) will provide free meals to children during thesummer at the following location: Cabrillo Elementary, 36700 San Pedro Dr., Fremont Beginning Monday, June 20, and continuing through Thursday, July 21 (closed July 4), free lunches will be served Monday-Thursday, from11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., for all children ages 2-18. Enrollment at a FUSD school is not required and there are no income requirements for the program. For more information, call (510) 659-2587. Each year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture partners with local organizations like FUSD, to provide free meals to children when school is out for the summer. For more information, visit http://www.fns.usda.gov
Free assistance at Newark Library SUBMITTED BY BARBARA TELFORD-ISHIDA In “Lawyer in the Library” held second Mondays at Newark Library, an experienced attorney offers a free 15-minute appointment to help define your problem, get you started with a solution, and make a referral when needed. The purpose of the consultation is to determine whether or not you have a legal problem and to provide guidance on how you might be able to solve it. An attorney/client relationship is not formed, but your discussion will be confidential.
SUBMITTED BY LAURA CORREA-HERNANDEZ Seniors 50 years and older are invited to a “Gay Pride Dance” on Friday, June 17 at Hayward Area Senior Center. The event features Castro Valley Pride DJ Billy Bradford, as well as dancing, photo booth, hors d’oeuvres and unique mocktail (non-alcoholic) bar. Tickets are limited so buy them early at haywardrec.org/se-
Registration is required and may only be done in person or by phone. To make an appointment, call (510) 284-0677 after 12 p.m. on the day of the event. Email btelford-ishida@aclibrary.org for any questions. Lawyer in the Library Mondays: Jun 13, Jul 11 & Aug 8 6 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Newark Library 6300 Civic Terrace Ave, Newark (510) 284-0677 btelford-ishida@aclibrary.org www.aclibrary.org Free (by appointment)
niors. Tickets cost $20 in advance and $25 at the door. For more information, call (510) 881-6766. Gay Pride Dance Friday, Jun 17 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Hayward Area Senior Center 22323 N 3rd St, Hayward (510) 881-6766 Haywardrec.org/seniors Tickets: $20 advance; $25 door price Code: 39306
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Lady Cougars gain championship berth Softball
SUBMITTED AND PHOTOS BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW A great all-around performance by the Newark Memorial Lady Cougars on May 31st propelled them into the North Coast Section Division 2 Championship game. Facing a powerful opponent, Montgomery of Santa Rosa, Cougar offense and defense did their job, finishing with a 7-1 victory.
Water Polo: CSUEB’s Cross, Hatzer Named ACWPC All-Americans SUBMITTED BY STEVE CONNOLLY The Cal State East Bay women’s water polo team has placed two student-athletes on the 2016 Association of Collegiate Water Polo Coaches (ACWPC) Division II All-America teams. Taylor Cross was selected to the First Team, while fellow senior Sabrina Hatzer nabs Second Team honors. This marks the fifth straight year the Pioneers have boasted multiple ACWPC Division II AllAmericans under head coach Lisa Cooper. It’s the second consecutive First Team honor for Cross, who was named Co-Player of the Year last season as a junior. This year, she was dominant on both ends of the pool in helping lead CSUEB to a 16-11 record and the team’s third straight Western Water Polo Association (WWPA) championship
game. The Fresno native led the Pioneers with 54 drawn ejections, ranked second on the team with 49 goals, and ranked third with 42 steals. She finished her career as the sixth-leading scorer in program history with 137 career goals. Hatzer had a monster season for East Bay, leading the squad with 51 goals and 91 total points. She was second on the team in steals and assists, and ranked near the top of the WWPA leaderboards in all four categories. She was a two-time WWPA Player of the Week honoree, and a First Team All-WWPA and First Team All-Tournament selection. Hatzer set a program record this season with eight goals in a single game vs. Sonoma State, and she scored four goals in the team’s dramatic overtime win over the Seawolves in the WWPA semifinal game.
Lady Cougars shine but come up short in championship game
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Softball SUBMITTED AND PHOTOS BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW A great season came to an end for the Newark Memorial Lady Cougars on June 4th as they faced a tough Alhambra team. The Cougars proved they belonged at the top of the bracket as they fought hard, facing some of the best pitching in the North Coast Section, the battle was close as the Lady Cougars tied the lead and threatened to break through, but the final score 12-6 favored Alhambra. Although ending their season with a loss, the Lady Cougars leave the season as champions!
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Cribbage Club completes another official season of play SUBMITTED BY MARTY FROOMIN, CLUB DIRECTOR Combining luck and skill, cribbage is a two-player card game invented in the 17th century and still played today by young and old alike. Members of Christopher’s Crusaders, formally known as the American Cribbage Congress (ACC) Grass Roots Cribbage Club #43 in Fremont, one of 185 clubs in North America sanctioned by the ACC, compete every Wednesday evening in a ninegame round-robin tournament. The Grass Roots (GR) official season consists of 36 weeks of play between September 1 and May 31 each year. This season marks the 30th season since GR 43 was chartered in 1987. Tournament players are a nice mix of male and female, young and old, with skill levels that include novice, intermediate and advanced. Ben Holder, of Fremont, had a strong season to repeat as Club Champion. He led most of the season to become the 2015-2016 Club Champion finishing the season with 270 GR points (86 points more than he had last season). In second place, was Wayne Morris from Fremont with 157 GR points. Reginald Lennie, of Newark, secured third place with 141 GR points. Congratulations go to Bob Zahn, of Castro Valley, for earning his Bronze Award (1,000 GR points lifetime). Roy Kaufmann (Hayward), Bob Zahn (Castro Valley), and Stan Billingsley (Hayward) each had a Grand Slam this season, winning all nine games of the tournament. The most points that can be earned in a single hand is 29. Just as rare is the 28 Hand. Ben Holder (Fremont) got a 29 hand this season, while James Sweet (Hayward), Bob Zahn (Castro Valley), and Denny Agers (Hayward) all drew to a 28 hand this last season. Of
BY NED MACKAY Turrets of sand will line the strand on Saturday, June 11, during the annual Sand Castle and Sculpture Contest at Crown Beach in Alameda. Always lots of fun, especially for the kids, the free event starts with registration at 9 a.m. at the bathhouse near the park entrance at Otis and Shoreline drives. Registrants are assigned a plot of sand on which to erect either a sculpture or a castle. Your entry must consist of sand only, with the exception of wood, rocks, shells, etc. found on the beach the day of the contest and used as decorations only. No glass or live animals, please. Competition is by age – there are categories for youngsters, adults, and families. Judging starts at noon. Awards in the form of ribbons and trophies are presented at 1 p.m. but winners mostly just get bragging rights. There’s no prize money involved. The contest is sponsored by the East Bay Regional Park District, Alameda Recreation and Parks Department, and Bay View Women’s Club. It’s almost as enjoyable just to watch the show and be impressed by the contestants’ creativity. For more information, call (510) 544-3187. The Brazilian Room at Tilden Regional Park near Berkeley celebrates its 75th anniversary this year. If you or your family ever celebrated a special event there, the photographs could be included in a 75th-anniversary display. Check out your family
BY DIRECTOR RICHARD P. SANTOS, SANTA CLARA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
Club Champion Ben Holder shows off a rare 29 point hand special note, the week before the season started, Sharon Kemp (Fremont) got a 29 Hand. While some members moved away, the club welcomed new members Charlie Amsden and James Sweet this season. Many players arrive up to 90 minutes early to have dinner, catch up with friends, discussing movies, books, gardening, Sudoku and maybe even play a warm-up game or two. Visitors from the Grass Roots Cribbage Club #337 in Livermore, Stan and Vicki Billingsley of Hayward, also participate on a regular basis. For those who don’t feel they know enough to play the game on Wednesday nights, there is a “Minor League” on Tuesday evenings at the Round Table where those attending can build their confidence and learn more about the game in an easy going atmosphere. Members Reginald Lennie and Theo Mattingly show players how to play the odds, predict their opponent’s cards and play the hand. There is no need to join the ACC to play on Tuesday nights. The emphasis is for you to learn the game, get up to speed and then join the club on Wednesday nights. Special thanks to Theo Mattingly and Reginald Lennie for
scrapbook, attach scanned photos to email, and send to info@ebparks.org. Write “attn Public Affairs” in the subject line. For the record, the Brazil Building resulted from the 1939 World’s Fair held on Treasure Island. After the fair closed, the Brazilian government donated the interior of its pavilion to the park district. The pavilion included burnished hardwood floors, plate glass mirrors and wood-paneled walls. Works Progress Administration craftsmen built the stone exterior, and the building opened to the public in 1941. While we’re at Tilden, there’s a full weekend of interesting free programs on the agenda, all meeting at the Environmental Education Center and Little Farm. Advice from an Animal is a program series from 11 to 11:30 a.m. every Saturday at the center. Meet an animal, learn about it, and color a collectible poster to take home. Your animal adviser on June 11 is a spider. E.O. Wilson, who is a scientist, naturalist and author, will celebrate his 86th birthday with an hour of nature stories and lore from 1 to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 11. Naturalist James Wilson will lead a family nature safari starting at the center from 2:30 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 11. The group will seek out animals under logs, on branches, and in ponds. Then from 10 a.m. to noon and again from 1 to 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 12, naturalist Anthony Fisher will lead a variety of traditional games played by California Indians. Animals
their dedication on mentoring the Tuesday night group. Thank you also to Theo Mattingly, Loren Lookabill, Mike Hannon and Marty Froomin for rotating the weekly Tournament Director duties. Thank you to the rest of the club (Patricia Ryan, Farokh Ziari, Tracy Yott, Jim Crawford, Craig Rothbach, and Winnie Froomin) for coming and playing. The club plays year round and welcomes new members at any time. ACC Grass Roots Club #43 welcomes all players of all skill levels to join us. Tuesday evenings are open to everyone who already enjoys the game or would like to learn how to play, while Wednesdays are for intermediate to advanced players who are capable of playing a game in 15 – 20 minutes. For more information, email ACCGR43@gmail.com or simply show up any Tuesday before 6:15 p.m. at Round Table Pizza (Centerville), 37480 Fremont Blvd., Fremont. Fremont Cribbage Club Tuesdays (beginners) & Wednesdays (skilled levels) 6 p.m. Round Table Pizza 37480 Fremont Blvd, Fremont Email: ACCGR43@gmail.com
need food and rest, too. You can help Anthony and Tilden’s farmer feed the animals from 3:30 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 12. The program repeats on June 19. The center and Little Farm are at the north end of Tilden’s Central Park Drive. For information, call (510) 544-2233. James Wilson also will host a California grassland picnic from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 11 at Pt. Pinole Regional Shoreline in Richmond. The group will explore the diversity of grassland life right underfoot, with a light snack provided. For information, call (510) 544-2233. The early evening beauty of East Contra Costa will be on display during a sunset walk from 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. Saturday, June 11 at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve in Antioch. Naturalist Kevin Dixon will lead the group, which will pause to admire views of the Central Valley and to see the sun set behind Mt. Diablo. The hike is for ages 10 and older. Be prepared for steep and slippery terrain. Meet Kevin at the uppermost parking lot on Somersville Road, 3.5 miles south of Highway 4. For information, call (888) 327-2757, ext. 2750. An evening in the park with a campfire and s’mores is on the menu from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 12 at Big Break Regional Shoreline in Oakley. Bring a picnic dinner and join the park’s interpretive staff for an evening of activities highlighting Big Break’s many attractions. Big Break is located at 69 Big Break Rd. off Main Street in Oakley. For information, call (888) 327-2757, ext. 3050.
Sitara Simons is a high school junior studying environmental studies with a zeal for water issues. After completing a weeklong 64-mile hike near Los Altos two years in a row and seeing depleted water levels in local creeks during 2014, she developed a keen interest in water resources management. Through the Santa Clara Valley Water District’s Youth Stewardship Commission (YSC), she learned that areas of Santa Clara County had sunk 13 feet in the last century due to groundwater overuse. Now she is much more conscious about the misuse of water on a daily basis. “Even when it’s raining, I know it’s important to save water because our groundwater levels aren’t restored yet,” she said. The water district provides an opportunity for high school students to get a behind-the-scene look at what it takes to provide nearly 2 million people clean, safe water. Since 2009, YSC has cultivated student leaders interested in learning about environmental stewardship of creeks, bays, and watersheds, water district facilities and operations, as well as water industry careers. In May, the water district was proud to graduate the fifth class of the YSC. Thirty high school students from across the county participated in the five-month program. Students attended evening commission meetings with district speakers and completed tasks related to a specific topic each month. Commissioners also had the choice of additional electives such as attending and reporting on a water district board meeting, touring the Silicon Valley Advanced Water Purification Center, participating in a creek clean-up or leading informational activities at their schools. Students also had the opportunity to participate in the district’s Job Shadow Day, with many of them visiting water district facilities as well as creeks. “It really opened my eyes to environmental policy and resources management,” said Sitara. Unsure of what career path she will pursue, she became aware of opportunities in government and public administration. The YSC attracts students that are motivated about caring for the environment and seeking to develop leadership skills; many of them also serve on city youth commissions or are involved in
and have founded school clubs. Several students from this year’s class were so impassioned by the topics covered during commission meetings, they wrote articles for their school paper. At the final YSC evening meeting and completion ceremony, students asked water district leadership firsthand questions about water management challenges in Santa Clara County and meeting the needs of the diverse communities within the county. Every one of the student commissioners was interested in participating in volunteer opportunities with the water district beyond the YSC, like additional facility tours and creek clean-up events. Sitara would like to adopt a creek with her sister, who’s in middle school, to do their part in keeping local creeks clean and healthy. She’s also hoping her sister will become a commissioner in a few years. The water district is also an active member of Baywork, a coalition of water agencies dedicated to ensuring a reliable workforce in the water and wastewater industries. Baywork offers training, programs and development activities for current employees, as well as learning opportunities and career fairs for high school students. Last April, the water district participated in a Baywork career fair attended by almost 500 high school students in the South Bay. The water district understands the importance of passing on to our youth a well-preserved and healthy environment. Future generations will be faced with the increasing challenges of climate change and ongoing drought cycles in our dry state. Our responsibility is not only to leave them a better planet, but to empower them as stewards of our precious resources for generations to come. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for information on the next application period toward the end of the year. To learn more about the Youth Stewardship Commission, visit our website: http://valleywater.org/Programs/YouthCommission.aspx Use water wisely, Richard P. Santos 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.
World’s Largest Swimming Lesson™ to take place SUBMITTED BY: JENNIFER LEE OLIVEIRA On Friday, June 24, tens of thousands of kids and adults at aquatics facilities around the globe will unite for the 7th year in a row to make noise that swimming lessons save lives. A global event, The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson™ (WLSL), will take place over the course of 24 hours at an estimated 500 locations in more than 20 countries. American Swim Academy in Fremont is an official Host Location for the 2016 WLSL. The lesson is free and will take place from 2:45 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. on June 24. Space is limited to the first 35 people who register.
World’s Largest Swim Lesson™ Friday, Jun 24 2:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. American Swim Academy 4150 Technology Pl, Fremont Register: AmericanSwimAcademy.com WLSL.org Free but limited to first 35 registrants
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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.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).
City Council/Public Agency MEETINGS Readers are advised to check websites for special meetings, cancellations, minutes, agendas and webcasts CITY COUNCILS Fremont City Council 1st/2nd/3rd Tuesday @ 7 p.m. City Hall, Bldg A 3300 Capitol Ave., Fremont (510) 284-4000 www.fremont.gov Hayward City Council 1st/3rd/4th Tuesday @ 7 p.m. City Hall, second floor 777 B Street, Hayward (510) 583-4000 www.ci.hayward.ca.us Milpitas City Council 1st/3rd Tuesday @ 7 p.m. 455 East Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 586-3001 www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov Newark City Council 2nd/4th Thursday @ 7:30 p.m. City Hall, 6th Floor 37101 Newark Blvd., Newark (510) 578-4266 www.ci.newark.ca.us San Leandro City Council 1st/3rd Monday @ 7 p.m. 835 East 14th St., San Leandro (510) 577-3366 www.sanleandro.org Union City City Council 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 7 p.m. City Hall 34009 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City (510) 471-3232 www.ci.union-city.ca.us
WATER/SEWER Alameda County Water District 2nd Thursday @ 6:00 p.m. 43885 S. Grimmer Blvd., Fremont (510) 668-4200 www.acwd.org East Bay Municipal Utility District 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 1:15 p.m. 375 11th St., Oakland (866) 403-2683 www.ebmud.com Santa Clara Valley Water District 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m. 5700 Almaden Expwy., San Jose (408) 265-2607, ext. 2277 www.valleywater.org Union Sanitary District 2nd/4th Monday @ 7:00 p.m. 5072 Benson Rd., Union City (510) 477-7503 www.unionsanitary.com
SCHOOL DISTRICTS Castro Valley Unified School Board 2nd/4th Thursday @ 7:00 p.m. 4400 Alma Ave., Castro Valley (510) 537-3000 www.cv.k12.ca.us Fremont Unified School Board 2nd/4th Wednesday @ 6:30 p.m. 4210 Technology Dr., Fremont (510) 657-2350 www.fremont.k12.ca.us Hayward Unified School Board 2nd/4th Wednesday @ 6:30 p.m. 24411 Amador Street, Hayward (510) 784-2600 www.husd.k12.ca.us
S&P and Fitch assign high ratings to County of Santa Clara SUBMITTED BY LAUREL ANDERSON / MARINA HINESTROSA County Executive Jeffrey V. Smith, M.D., J.D., recently announced that Standard & Poor’s (“S&P”) Global and Fitch Ratings assigned “AA+” and “AA” ratings, respectively, to the Santa Clara County Financing Authority for its 2016 Series Q California $152 million refunding lease revenue bonds. These ratings recognize Santa Clara County’s strong economic base as well as the County’s moderate liabilities and strong financial management policies and practices. S&P assigned its “AA+” rating based on the county’s very strong economy, strong budgetary performance and very strong management conditions. S&P also affirmed its “AAA” rating on the County’s General Obligation (“GO”) bonds and its “AA+” rating on the County’s existing lease revenue bonds and pension obligation funds. The S&P and Fitch ratings reflect a number of factors, including strong financial policies and practices, budgetary performance and flexibility. The assessment
considered the operating surpluses in the general fund; available fund balance in fiscal year 2015-2016 of 18 percent of operating expenditures; and the improvement of County reserves. Employment growth, high tech industry, steady growth in the value of housing, and wealth and income levels well above national averages remain decisive factors in the assigned ratings. The rating agencies also cited the County’s strong debt and contingent liability profile as well as their view that balanced operations have strengthened County reserves. Although the County has limited legal ability to raise revenues because of California’s proposition 13, this constraint is mitigated by a history of revenue growth. Fitch attributes a recent solid revenue performance largely to the county’s booming real estate market and tax base. Over the longer term, Fitch expects growth to remain stable. S&P and Fitch analysis noted the County’s significant operating surpluses, which, combined with healthy reserves will contribute to superior financial resilience in the event of a moderate economic decline.
The East Bay’s first Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line is coming SUBMITTED BY ROBERT LYLES The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District’s (AC Transit) Board of Directors has voted to award a construction contract to O.C. Jones & Sons. An East Bay based heavy civil construction and general engineering firm, Jones & Sons recently celebrated 90 years of business in Northern California. The $108 million dollar contract includes construction of the infrastructure and station platforms for AC Transit’s first Bus Rapid Transit line. This Bus Rapid Transit system or BRT will revolutionize public transit in the East Bay by increasing reliability and reducing travel times along one of the region’s busiest corridors. AC Transit’s BRT will operate between downtown Oakland and San Leandro – primarily utilizing historic International Boulevard and East 14th Street. Construction of the 150 block transit service (that spans 9.5 miles) is slated to begin in May 2016 with service expected to begin in November 2017. The BRT service will replace the portion of existing Line 1 between 20th Street and Broadway in Uptown Oakland and the San Leandro BART station. The BRT will operate inside a transit-only lane for most of the 9.5 mile route with stops at raised station platforms. The service will run on brand new, environmentally friendly, diesel-electric hybrid buses. These low- CO? emission 60-foot articulated buses are manufactured in the U.S. by New Flyer. Each bus is specially designed with five-doors to quicken the boarding process. Once aboard BRT, riders will get to their destinations even faster: The service will make stops every five minutes during peak hours and every 10 minutes during off-peak hours; Stops are spaced an average of one-third of a mile; Transit signal priority extends green lights allowing the BRT to maintain its enhanced frequency;
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Bus Rapid Transit offers all the benefits of a light rail train system without the exorbitant cost of building light rail. In the U.S., construction of a typical light rail system averages $70 million per mile or more. By contrast, the BRT’s average construction cost is $25 million per mile which includes new pavement. The construction of the BRT was planned in three distinct projects. The first project, which has been completed, was a prep work project to relocate sewer and water lines typically adjacent to future station locations. The second project, which is about 50 percent complete, is a two-part effort to mitigate parking and traffic impacts identified during the environmental phase. Phase two involved the construction of two off-street parking lots, now completed, along International Boulevard near 35th and Auseon Avenues to address parking displacement resulting from new alignment. Phase two also included a street improvement project in the vicinity of Derby Avenue, East 10th and San Leandro Streets to accommodate anticipated increased traffic through this area once the BRT begins operation. The third project, major roadway and station construction, is the award to O.C. Jones & Sons. The BRT will make direct connections to 46 bus lines, five BART stations, and the Oakland Airport (via transfers with Line 73 – Eastmont Transit Center/Oakland Airport).
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BY JENNIFER CHEN, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR When you hear the term “biomedical manufacturing,” it may be difficult to conjure up an image of what that looks like exactly. But whether you see it or not, the efforts of biomed manufacturing are literally producing life-changing results. From a cutting-edge replacement knee joint to a new advanced diagnostics machine to a breakthrough drug for HIV/AIDS treatment—all of these are the result of years of research, development and manufacturing. And a large majority of this activity is happening right here in the San Francisco Bay Area, specifically in Fremont. While the thriving tech scene in Silicon Valley receives the most exposure, the Bay Area isn’t just home to the latest software developments. With the help of the Biomedical Manufacturing Network (www.biomedmfg.org), we took it upon ourselves to develop an infographic that breaks down
the numbers behind biomedical manufacturing. Here is just a preview: • There are 1,100+ biomedical companies in the Bay Area, and nearly half are involved in manufacturing biomed products. • The Bay Area is also home to 140,000 biomedical jobs, with 14,000 more expected in the next two years. • And not that we’re tooting our own horn, but the City of Fremont in particular is home to the largest concentration of biomedical manufacturing companies in the SF Bay Area—47 to be exact. If you’re looking for more opportunities to learn about biomed, consider checking out the upcoming BIO International Convention (http://convention.bio.org/2016) when it returns to San Francisco, the birthplace of biotech, from June 6-9, 2016. And to learn more about the opportunities for biomedical companies here in Fremont, you can find more resources at www.thinksiliconvalley.com/company-type/life-sciences.
First Fleet of the Future train car heads west SUBMITTED BY BART DISTRICT The inaugural train car from BART’s Fleet of the Future has been completed and is now headed on a cross-country journey from Plattsburgh, New York to a BART testing facility in Hayward. This first test car will be followed by nine others throughout the year to make our first new 10-car test train. Once the car arrives, it will undergo many months of rigorous testing before being put into passenger service target date of December 2016 if testing goes well and no major re-engineering is required. Key to safety and success of the new fleet will be the initial quality assurance, system integration, and safety tests that will take place before the California Public Utility Commission gives their blessing for passenger service. Riders will enjoy these new benefits: Quieter: “micro-plug” doors will help seal out noise Cooler: cooling systems will distribute air directly to the ceilings, making it more comfortable for standees on hot days Comfortable: padded seats with lumbar support will be covered with wipeable fabric for easy cleaning Easy to use: routes will be color-coded like the BART system map, and next-stop information will be readily available via automated announcements and digital screens. More space and options: aisles are wider, seats are higher for space to fit luggage underneath, the ceiling is higher for tall folks, there are dedicated bike racks in each car, more reserved seating for seniors and people with disabilities, more handholds for standees of all heights, and a third door makes it easier to board and off board the train. 775 new train cars are on order, but our goal is to find the funding to bring that number up to 1,081 - increasing the number of seats in the fleet by 49 percent. The 775 cars will arrive in the Bay Area in stages from 2016-2021, with the 10 test cars arriving in 2016 and an additional 54 cars arriving in 2017. BART will begin to retire the aging cars when appropriate, paying close attention to ridership needs and safety. Read all about the new fleet at www.bart.gov/cars
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WILLIAM MARSHAK
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ast week’s events reminded me of the opening lines of the Charles Dickens classic novel, A Tale of Two Cities: “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” Although Dickens was describing a time and place much different from the year 2016, citizens of the Greater Tri-City area have experienced the hills and valleys of civic life that could easily fit the narrative. As many of us celebrated the transition of family and friends in graduation ceremonies, a much different scenario played out in the Irvington District of Fremont. Two police officers were brutally attacked and injured by someone who resides on the opposite end of the civility spectrum. This incident is, unfortunately, not isolated in time or location as a police report from Hayward noted a thankfully minor injury to a Union City motorcycle
officer, sustained when a motorist fled from a traffic stop.
tation of what they face daily; the other end of that spectrum.
This series of events reminds us that even though our communities strive for harmony and peaceful coexistence, we have our differences. Although there is an element of our society that has little or no interest in a safe and calm environment, the vast majority find common purposes and work to understand and peacefully resolve contentious issues. Local governments work toward common goals and, although not a perfect system, manages to carry out day-to-day operations in a relatively efficient manner. This process depends on input from informed citizens who care about their environment. Just as the civility spectrum spans many attitudes, so does that of social responsibility.
Protective services work toward maintaining common security and safety but they do not represent the entire process. Our civic infrastructure includes actions by citizens to participate in decisions by elected representatives and local staff. Just as police, fire and other personnel work to maintain a safe environment for all, actions by government are also important to a sense of security. It is imperative that just as those who celebrated their achievements in graduation ceremonies, we bring that same spirit to our communities by participating in local government. Information, including video broadcasts are available on the internet for those unable to attend meetings. The message is clear… get involved and add your weight to the positive side of the civic spectrum.
I attended graduation ceremonies of the Fremont Adult School, paradoxically on the same day as the shooting incident in the Irvington District. It was obvious that both represented two ends of a spectrum. The graduation was filled with joy, exhuberance and pride in achievement; the camaraderie that evolves when these students were faced with the challenge of new customs, a new country and integration with foreign backgrounds. To witness the positive energy was moving. Later in the day, as the police action unfolded, it was apparent that our protective services were faced with a severe and visible represen-
Can you guess what happened on May 22?.. the first Gomes Kite Festival! We were able to increase volunteer efforts in the Gomes community by hosting the festival. Everyone showed spirit by flying colorful kites high in the sky. There were many carnival games such as toilet hoops and noodle bulls eye and information booths for Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, softball, and cricket. There were also many delicious cuisines such as Indian and Chinese. Yet there were still improvements to be made. Many people didn’t know about the Gomes Kite Festival because of the lack of banners. People at the event had so much fun flying kites, they wished for more wind so they could fly their kite higher and longer. People also wanted more carnival games. It was nice to see many families come together. Gomes Kite Festival was run by the Parent-Teacher Association of
Gomes Elementary School, Fremont. The NORCAL Girl Scout Troop 30929 helped set up booths, carnival games, banners, as well as cleaning and distributing supplies for the day. Troop 30929 includes 12 girls from the fourth grade at Gomes Elementary. With the start of the carnival at 10 a.m., they turned into scribes armed with notepads in hand and a set of questions about the Festival; off
they went interviewing moms, dads, grandparents, and other children. After that it was time for the girls themselves to enjoy the festival. They played games, and flew kites with their family and friends. Members of the Troop wish to thank the organizers and community partners: Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Mission San Jose Little League, and Cricket League, for making
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Litter cleanup needed While there are a number of positives about residing in Fremont, one aspect that is bothersome is all the litter cast about by those who, deliberately or through carelessness, view our streets and sidewalks as trash bins. Not sure what can really be done to correct this individual behavior. It would be great though if our city leaders can have Caltrans regularly clean up trash around the on- and off-ramps along 880.
For example, the approaches to the 880 off-ramps to Stevenson Blvd, Mowry Ave., and Thornton Ave. scream out, “Welcome to Fremont - Trash city.” This eyesore is blight and an unwelcoming sign for those entering Fremont from 880. Can our leaders have Caltrans address this issue? Dan Tracy Fremont
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FUSD needs help Previous funding measures that allowed Fremont Unified to keep school libraries open but is due to expire in December. Facility needs are depleting our resources and making it difficult to continue to offer the programs that have made Fremont Unified one of the most desirable school districts in this area. YES on Measure I will offer a steady funding source for math, science, reading and writing programs that help Fremont students be prepared for jobs in the 21 century and for higher education.
Measure I is fiscally accountable. A citizen’s oversight committee and annual independent audits are included. The Fremont Chamber of Commerce, Citizens for Better Community and the Fremont Education Foundation all support Yes on Measure I. We hope that you will, too. Vote YES on I June 7th. Ann Crosbie FUSD Trustee and Co-Chair, Support Fremont Schools
Park District and Union Pacific agree to trail improvements SUBMITTED BY CAROLYN JONES Six key segments of the San Francisco Bay Trail and Wildcat Creek Trail in Contra Costa County will be completed and made accessible to the public thanks to an agreement between the East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) and Union Pacific Railroad. The agreement, approved unanimously by the Park District board on May 3, will provide for the development of several bicycle and pedestrian bridges, improved at-grade crossings and permanent trail easements at six locations along the San Pablo Bay and Carquinez Strait shorelines. The new improvements are: -Pinole Shores to Bayfront Park in Pinole Easement to close a Bay Trail gap Bridge over tracks to ensure safe crossing -Martinez Shoreline/Nejedly Staging Area in Martinez Easement to close a Bay Trail gap -Lone Tree Point in Rodeo Bridge over tracks to connect Lone Tree Point parkland to the Bay Trail -Carquinez Strait/TXI “Brickyard” in Port Costa Safe track crossing to connect Carquinez Strait Regional Shoreline to the Park District’s TXI property -Wildcat Creek Trail in Richmond Bridge over the tracks to complete segment of the trail -Seaview School in Pinole Easement to close a Bay Trail gap along San Pablo Regional Shoreline Three improvements have already been completed: ·Bay Trail crossing at Eckley Pier in Crockett
·Delta-De Anza Trail crossing at Neroly Road in Oakley ·Bay Trail easement at Atlas Road in Richmond The May 3 agreement is a result of an objection the Park District filed in 1996 regarding Union Pacific’s merger with Southern Pacific. The Park District argued that the increased rail traffic due to the merger would hinder recreational access to the shoreline. As a condition of its approval of the merger, the U.S. Surface Transportation Board ordered Union Pacific to provide right-of-way and funding for trail connections. The Park District and railroad recently updated the agreement to reflect current trail priorities. The Park District expects to complete the projects over several years, as trail connections are developed. Design is almost complete for the project at Pinole Shores with construction anticipated for spring 2017. For more information, please contact Carolyn Jones, cjones@ebparks.org, (510) 544-2217.
Strengthening Santa Clara County’s transportation backbone SUBMITTED BY SANTA CLARA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY Often it is said we must explore the past to understand the present and to shape the future. In this four-part series, we will reflect on how Santa Clara County’s transportation network evolved over the last 40 years through thoughtful planning, broad-based collaboration and solid investment. We hope this series will provide residents and the communities we serve with a deeper appreciation for where we have been, as well as a clearer vision for where we are headed. As Silicon Valley was busy connecting the world electronically, Santa Clara County Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) was building the transportation infrastructure necessary to keep employees, equipment, and products moving. VTA was expanding its transportation network, building a mass transit system crisscrossing the growing urbanized area. By 1987, the County received over $253 million from the federal government to fund the County’s first light rail line. Construction officially commenced with the groundbreaking for the light rail maintenance facility, followed by construction
of the first segment of in-street track. The initial track, which spanned 1.5 miles, was essential for testing the light rail vehicles as they were delivered. Additional tracks were installed north of downtown San Jose in December 1987. By June 1988, the two-mile stretch of tracks through revitalized downtown San Jose opened for service. The entire 21-mile light rail line opened on April 21, 1991. The County now had its first completed light rail line, connecting the suburban neighborhoods of south San Jose through downtown, and north to the industrial areas of Silicon Valley. A significant change for County Transit occurred on January 1, 1995, when the organization was combined with the Congestion Management Agency (CMA), charged with the additional responsibility for planning and constructing highway, bike, and pedestrian infrastructure within the
County. Consolidating responsibility for these planning and development efforts allows for greater coordination, as well as maximizes the efficiency and performance of the entire transportation network. The signing of a new joint powers agreement by the County of Santa Clara and the 15 cities in the County combined the Santa Clara County Transit District with the CMA. This action coincided with the effective date of new legislation, which reconstituted the Board of Directors, an event that has commonly been referred to as the “separation” of the Transit District from the County. Recognizing the change that occurred in 1995, the new name of “Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority” was adopted in January 1996 and in December of that year, a new corporate identity was created for VTA. The Highway Revenue Act of 1956 established the Highway Trust Fund to provide a dedicated source of revenues for transportation. The Highway Trust Fund is intended to be a “pay-as-you-go” system that uses receipts from excise taxes to fund federal surface transportation programs. In 1983, the Highway Trust Fund was divided into the Highway Account and the Mass Transit Account. Over the years, Congress has enacted multiyear legislation authorizing federal spending
for surface transportation programs from the Trust Fund. Counties may place a sales tax measure for transportation purposes on the ballot for voter approval. With federal and state funding historically being insufficient to meet all of California’s mobility needs, local sales tax revenues have provided more than 50 percent of new capital funding for the state’s transportation infrastructure over the last several decades. Counties representing more than 85 percent of the state’s population currently have in place local sales taxes for transportation purposes. Most of these taxes are temporary in nature and will expire if they are not renewed by the voters. Currently, Santa Clara County has three local transportation sales taxes in place - one is permanent and two are temporary. For more information, visit www.vta.org/News-and-Media/Connectwith-VTA/Strengthening-the-CountysTransportation-Backbone#.Vz-gl_krLcv. The next decade, and the next part of our informational series, was defined by a period where VTA really hit its stride in delivering transportation improvements. Up next, 1996 to 2005. All aboard!
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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 TUESDAY 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. Tri-City Bike Park Community group of mountain bikers and BMX bikers. Come enjoy this activity for adults, teens and toddlers. Help us get this park built! www.newarkparks.org
Help with Math & Reading You can make a difference by helping Newark children with Math and reading. If you can give one hour a week, you can give a life-long gift of learning to a child. CALL Tom 510-656-7413 TKFEDERICO@SBCglobal.net
FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY - FA • Can’t control the way you eat? • Tried everything else? • Tired of spending money? Meeting Monday Night 7pm 4360 Central Ave., Fremont Centerville Presbyterian Church Family Ed. Bldg. Room E-204 www.foodaddicts.org
FREE AIRPLANE RIDES FOR KIDS AGES 8-17 Young Eagles Hayward Airport Various Saturdays www.vaa29.org Email for more information youngeagles29@aol.com
Music for Minors II FREE Docent Training
Newark Demonstration Garden
Sept. 14 - Nov. 7, Fremont or Castro Valley - Mon. & Wed. mornings or evenings
Join a group of Newark residents to spearhead a demonstration garden in Newark. We're currently selecting a site. We need your help! Angela at info@newarkparks.org
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 Sun Gallery FREE Art Saturday Classes For families on the 2nd & 4th Sat. of each month and Summer Art Camp Gallery Shows & Exhibits FREE admission to all shows 1015 E. St. Hayward 510-581-4050 www.SunGallery.org
Tropics Mobil Home Park's BINGO Every Wednesday Flash games played at 6:30 pm Payout ranges from $100 to $300 Weekly Door Prizes Snack Bar Open at 5 pm 33000 Almaden Blvd. Union City
Enjoy a FUN HEALTHY activity LEARN TO SQUARE DANCE KEEWAY SWINGERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB-BEGINNER’S CLASS starts Thursday, Sept 15 Niles Veterans’ Memorial Bldg. 37154 2nd St. Fremont First 3 Thursdays are FREE 510-471-7278-408-263-0952 www.keewayswingers.com
Tri-City Society of Model Engineers - Open House June 11 & 12 10am-4pm
www.musicforminors2.org, Tel: 510-733-1189 / Email: mfm2recruitment@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/groups/N ewarkDemonstrationGarden/
N & HO scale layouts will be open & anyone interested is encouraged to bring DCC equipped trains to run. Historic Niles Depot museum will also be open 37592 Niles Blvd. Fremont at the Niles Town Plaza www.nilesdepot.org
Travel with Friends Choose from many home stays with Friendship Force club members around the world. Share our way of life with visitors & make new friends on 5 continents. Enjoy variety of Bay Area Activities www.ffsfba.org www.thefriendshipforce.org Call 510-794-6844 or 793-0857
Newark Skatepark Join a group of Newark skaters and parents of skaters to spearhead a skatepark in Newark. We have a business plan. Now we need your help to execute on it! Angela at info@newarkparks.org https://www.facebook.com/grou ps/NewarkSkatepark/
Fremont Area Writers
SAVE’s Restraining Order Clinics
Newark Parks Foundation
Have fun discovering your musical gifts & how to share music in children’s classrooms once a week for 1/2 hour.
Free for domestic violence survivors
Seeking protective orders Locations: Fremont, Hayward & San Leandro Every Monday, Tuesday & Thursday Call SAVE’s 24-hr Hotline (510) 794-6055 for details www.save-dv.org
SONS OF ITALY Social Club for Italians And Friends 1st friday of month (No meetings July/Aug/Dec) 5:30 social hour 6:30 potluck dinner ($5) Newark Pavilion Bld. 2 (Thornton Blvd. & Cedar Blvd.) Newark Info Mary 510-739-3881 www.giuseppemazzini.org FREMONT SENIORS SOFTBALL Thursday mornings 8:30-10:30 players ages 60 and above $2 fee, drop in basis Exercise, Friendly Competition Sigman Field, Centerville Rec Center, Fremont Have a Soft Ball Experience Call Gerry 510-673-4977 gerry.curry@comcast.net
The Foundation mobilizes financial and community support to deliver thriving, accessible, supported, and varied parks, open spaces, and recreational opportunities for a healthy and united Newark. Seeking Board of Directors and Honorary Board members. info@newarkparks.org
Newark Trash Pickup Crew Get to know your Newark neighbors Get a bit of exercise and help make Newark look great Join us! https://www.facebook.com/ groups/newarkTrash/
First Church of Christ Scientist, Fremont Sunday Service 10am Sunday School 10am Wed. Eve Service 7:30pm Chld Care is available all services. Reading Room Open Monday - Friday 1-3pm 1351 Driscoll Rd., Fremont 510-656-8161
Like to write? Meet other writers? Join us from 2-4 p.m. every fourth Saturday except in July and December at DeVry University, 6600 Dumbarton Circle, Fremont. www.cwc-fremontareawriters.org
“CAVE QUEST” VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL New Hope Community Church 2190 Peralta Blvd., Fremont neuhope@pacbell.net JULY 25-JULY 29 12:45-4PM KIDS 5-12YRS 510-739-0430 REGISTER EARLY $25 BY 7/10 www.newhopefremont.org 510-468-0895 or 510-797-4099
Neighborhood “Village” Non profit to Help people stay in their homes as they age Eden Area Village is developing a non-profit membership group. Public outreach meetings held first Friday each month at 2pm Hayward City Hall, 777 B St. Hayward. Next Meeting May 6 & June 3rd.
COUGARS GIRLS SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMP Ages 8-15 years June 27 - July 1 Silliman Activity Center 6800 Mowry Ave. Newark Full & Half Day Options www.newark.org 510-578-4620 Camp Director: Darryl Reina, NMHS Staff
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BART Police Log SUBMITTED BY LES MENSINGER Monday, May 30 At 6:53 p.m., an officer contacted an adult male for fare evasion at Castro Valley Station. The male ran from the officer and out of the station. Two sergeants, who were responding for cover, located the male and tried to detain him, but he ran from them. They were able to catch up to him and had to physically force him to the ground. The male, who was not injured, was eventually booked into Santa Rita Jail for resisting arrest. At 2:45 p.m., an officer noticed an adult male suspect driving slowly through the parking structure and checked the license plate of the suspect’s vehicle. While waiting for the return, the officer watched the male park the car and walk away from it. The vehicle returned showed that it was reported stolen. The officer was able to take the male into custody. The male was found to be in possession of a small amount of methamphetamine, prescription pain killers (not belonging to him), drug paraphernalia, and burglary tools. He is on probation for theft. He was transported to Castro Valley substation where he was interviewed by a detective before being booked into Santa Rita Jail for auto theft and possession charges. At 9:01 a.m., a victim reported the theft of their green and black bike (unknown brand) from the bike racks at Castro Valley Station. The bike was secured with a cable lock on May 19, 2016 at 7:00 p.m., and when the victim returned at 9:00 a.m. on May 30, 2016, the bike and lock were gone.
Newark Police Log SUBMITTED BY CMDR. MIKE CARROLL, NEWARK PD Thursday, May 26 At 10:27 p.m., Ofc. Slater stopped a vehicle in the Safeway parking lot with no license plates. Ofc. Slater discovered the vehicle was reported stolen the previous evening in Newark. A 34-yearold male from Hayward was arrested for possession of a stolen vehicle and driving on a suspended license. The suspect was booked at Santa Rita Jail. Friday, May 27 At 6:08 p.m., Ofc. Warren responded to a residential alarm on the 35600 block of Sheridan Court. An unknown suspect had forced entry through the side garage door. A check of the residence determined that nothing was missing. It appears that the
Union City Police Log SUBMITTED BY LT. MATIAS PARDO, UNION CITY PD
alarm scared the suspect away. While patrolling the parking lot of Aloft Hotel, Ofc. Johnson located a Honda Civic that was stolen in Hayward. No suspects could be identified and the vehicle was released to the owner. Saturday, May 28 At 6:54 p.m., Ofc. Johnson investigated a stolen blue 1997 Ford Crown Victoria (CA license # 5ZIS060) from Pick N Pull Auto Parts. At 7:25 p.m., Ofc. Jackman accepted a citizen in custody for shoplifting from Macys. A 48year-old female from Fremont was cited released. Sunday, May 29 At 9:08 p.m., Community Service Officer (CSO) Parks investigated the theft of a red Razor scooter from in front of a residence on the 5600 block of Civic Terrace Drive. At 10:49 p.m., CSO Parks investigated the theft of a motorcycle helmet and a Canon 6D Camera from a vehicle on the 36900 block of Cherry Street.
Monday, May 23 A commercial burglary occurred on the 1700 block of Whipple Road between May 23, 2016, at 8:00 p.m. and May 24, 2016, at 2:30 a.m. The front glass door was smashed, and the loss included cash. Tuesday, May 24 A commercial burglary occurred
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Union City PD Officer injured SUBMITTED BY SGT. RYAN CANTRELL, HAYWARD PD The Hayward Police Department is actively investigating the assault of a Union City Police Officer which occurred on May 31. The officer was conducting a traffic stop on a car that was observed conducting vehicle code violations that occurred within the Union City jurisdiction. As he was conducting the enforcement stop at Hesperian Blvd and Industrial Blvd, just inside Hayward, the suspect suddenly drove off striking the officer with his vehicle as the officer was getting off his police motorcycle. The suspect’s vehicle (late
90’s black Ford Crown Victoria) was later recovered in an adjacent neighborhood, but the suspect was not found. The officer was transported to a local hospital and fortunately only suffered minor injuries. The name of the officer is not being released at this time. The Hayward Police Department is asking the public’s assistance in locating the suspect who is described as a black male adult, late 20’s to early 30’s, 5’ 10’ tall, 250 lbs., and last seen wearing a black jacket, blue t-shirt, black baggy jeans and black shoes. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Jason Mosby at (510) 293-7034.
Structure Fire on Brandin Court SUBMITTED BY ACTING BATTALION CHIEF RON CHANEY On May 31, the Fremont Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at UniFab Industries at 5020 Brandin Court in Fremont. The Fremont Fire Department responded with four engine companies, one truck company, and two battalion chiefs. As the incident progressed a special call was made for an additional truck company and an Air/Light unit. A total of 26 fire department personnel responded to the incident. The fire was located in the rear of a large tilt-up industrial building. The fire was contained to a large piece of operating machinery with no extension to the structure. The estimated dollar loss to the interior contents of the building due to the fire was $25,000. The building was evacuated by UniFab workers prior to the arrival of the Fire Department and no employees or fire department personnel reported any illness or injury. The initial fire investigation points to equipment malfunction as the possible cause of the fire and the incident has been referred to the Fire Prevention division.
Newark Police Department - Citizen Police Academy SUBMITTED BY BEVERLY RYANS
Have no prior felony or serious misdemeanor convictions.
City of Newark is seeking residents, as well as individuals who work within the City of Newark, to participate in our Citizen Police Academy. The next Academy is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, August 17, and runs throughOctober 26, culminating with a graduation ceremony. Classes will meet on Wednesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. primarily at the City Administration Building, located at 37101 Newark Boulevard, although a few sessions will require meeting at other local venues. This eleven-week academy is designed to provide participants with a “behind the scenes” look at local law enforcement and to promote a greater understanding and awareness of our role in the
Community. Police personnel will provide an overview of the department’s structure, services, and personnel, as well as offer students the opportunity to ask questions and discuss any specific public safety concerns they might have. Participants will also be given an opportunity to ride along with a police officer to experience first-hand the duties they perform on a daily basis. Scheduled topics include: Police Ethics, Hiring, Background & Field Training, Laws of Arrest, Use of Force, Patrol, Investigations, Narcotics, Trauma Support, Gangs, K9 demonstration, Range demonstration, SWAT demonstration, Hostage Negotiation, and Traffic Enforcement. Citizen Police Academy participants will be selected through an application process. Applicants must:
on the 33300 block of AlvaradoNiles Road around 12:25 a.m. A front window was smashed, but there was no loss. Wednesday, May 25 A commercial burglary occurred on the 30900 block of Dyer Street around 5:30 a.m. A side glass door was smashed, but there was no loss.
Saturday, May 28 At around 8:45 p.m., Ofc. Fong was dispatched to the area of Dyer Street and Jean Drive on a just-occurred robbery. The victims were walking on Jean Drive when they were approached by two suspects. They robbed the victims at gunpoint of a wallet and jewelry, and
then fled on foot. The first suspect was described as a black male juvenile, 6’0” with a thin build, with a black revolver. The second suspect was described as a black male juvenile, 5’4” with a thin build.
Be willing to have a background check completed. Have the ability to attend all scheduled sessions. Be at least 21 years of age. Live or work in the City of Newark. Not be a prior Citizen Police Academy graduate. Those interested should complete and submit the application form (available online at www.newark.org) no later than Friday, July 29. Don’t delay as space is limited! For more information on the Newark Citizen Police Academy, please contact Beverly Ryans at (510) 578-4352 or beverly.ryans@newark.org
New Haven Schools Foundation awards grants SUBMITTED BY HELEN KENNEDY New Haven Schools Foundation (NHSF) delivered 15 grants totaling almost $20,000 to teachers and classrooms during the month of May. This annual tradition recognizes innovative ideas for learning that may not be covered by normal classroom and school budgets. Money for these grants comes from donations to NHSF and proceeds from fundraising events. Funding for programs underwritten by the Brian Kelly program comes from donations from the Kelly family. Three types of grants were distributed to the following recipients: Innovations in Education (classroom grants for teachers): 1. Digital Readers for the Digital Student by Cathaleen Hampton of Alvarado Elementary This grant provides eight Kindle tablets for use in Hampton’s third-grade classroom. The goal is for reluctant readers to enjoy active reading along with the rest of the class. 2. What’s Happening Wildcats? by Maureen Tecson of Alvarado Elementary The combo class of second and third graders suggested this project to help provide information about school activities to students and their families. The students were making mini-newspapers at recess and passed black-and-white copies out to other students. Tecson asked for funding to provide a few color copies of the news-
papers to share in the classroom, media center and school office. 3. Multimedia Center by Victoria Kuhlmann of Cesar Chavez Middle School The grant will outfit the new center with Raspberry Pi Minecraft kits, Snap Circuits, Kano computer kits, and Samsung Nexus 9 tablets. 4. Robots at Hillview by Kerri McGoldrick of Hillview Crest Elementary Students will learn vital skills using Lego WeDo 2.0 robotics as they have fun learning. The grant will provide eight Lego student packs, as well as eight laptops that are compatible with robotics programming languages. 5. Amazing Life Cycles by Katherine Thornberry of Kitayama Elementary First grade students will observe and compare the life cycles of different plants and animals. Students will observe three different plants as they grow, and compare and contrast their growth from seed to plant using a journal. 6. Reading Tools and Art Supplies by Trish Tripepi of James Logan High Students will use miniature white boards, markers, colored pencils and highlighters for annotation, helping them to understand literature and analyze ideas in challenging texts that are a part of the curriculum. 7. San Francisco Bay Estuary Trip by Elisabeth Childers of James Logan High This grant provides an authentic opportunity for students to practice and develop their skills in scientific data collection, data
analysis, and drawing valid scientific conclusions from that data. 8. Improving Reading Skills in Kindergarten through a Quality Nonfiction/Fiction Classroom Reading Center by Catherine Schoon of Pioneer Elementary Schoon’s dream was to have a fully equipped reading center filled with quality nonfiction and fictions texts for students to access during their guided reading lessons and throughout the day. Project: Enrichment (for co- and extracurricular programs): 1. The Village Method (TVM) AfterSchool Enrichment Academy by Kellee Thomas of Cesar Chavez and Marla Ramirez of Itliong-Vera Cruz Middle School TVM is focused on helping students of African descent achieve their full potential by providing a pipeline for these students to progress to college, to careers, and back to their community. 2. Pain of the Prison System (POPS) by Sharyl Larson of Conley-Caraballo High The POPS Club serves students who have been affected by the incarceration of a loved one. It is a safe place at school where students can express themselves in speech, writing and art. 3. Technology for Student Leadership by Katelin Shelley of Hillview Crest Elementary This grant will help the student leadership council to write, produce and broadcast a monthly newscast that teaches students about the school’s character trait
of the month. The grant provides a camcorder and other tools needed to record topical videos and publish them on their own YouTube channel. Brian Kelly Tutoring Grants (awarded to tutoring programs): 1. Walk Through the Revolution by Lisa Mata of Hillview Crest Elementary The program augments the social studies curriculum with experiential learning opportunities that bring stories of the American Revolution to life for fifth-grade and special education students. 2. Collaboration Made Easy by Erin Sandoval of Itliong-Vera Cruz Middle School Eighth-grade students in Sandoval’s class work in teams and small groups, learning collaboratively by working through content-based concepts. This grant will provide round tables and swivel chairs that allow students to move around as they grapple with issues allowing intelligence and curiosity to flourish. 3. Math Mentor Appreciation Luncheon by Ken Prucha of James Logan High More than 125 Logan students served as math mentors this year to provide assistance to fellow Logan students who need help in math class. The annual luncheon is an opportunity to show appreciation for the service these mentors provided during the school year. For more information, visit www.NHSFoundation.org.
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Fremont shooting SUBMITTED BY GENEVA BOSAUES, FREMONT PD On Wednesday, June 1st at 1:33 pm, a Fremont police patrol officer attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Fremont Boulevard and Washington Boulevard. The driver of the vehicle backed into the officers patrol vehicle and shots were fired. The officer was injured and the suspect(s) fled on foot. Fremont officers encountered the suspect(s) for a second time on the 1300 block of Roberts Avenue at 1:43 pm. During the encounter multiple shots were fired again and a second Fremont officer was injured. Both officers have been transported to trauma centers. One officer remains in critical con-
dition and the second is improving. Out of respect to the officers and at the wishes of the family we will not be releasing any specific details regarding their injuries. We would like to thank all law enforcement agencies assisting with this operation. Follow up: Subsequent reports identified the fugitive gunman as Gerald Villabrille, Jr. of Santa Clara who was located in a house on Roberts Avenue. A standoff ended as police were unable to convince the suspect to surrender and launched tear gas canisters into the home. A fire ensued, consuming the residence. The suspect, who had an extensive record of violence, was found dead in a closet. Further details will follow when the coroner’s report is released.
Community members needed for SLPD Chief ’s Advisory Board SUBMITTED BY LT. ROBERT MCMANUS, SAN LEANDRO PD San Leandro Police Department (SLPD) is seeking community members interested in making a difference by joining the Police Chief ’s Advisory Board. This board is currently made up of community members who represent the many segments of our great city. The board was created in 2013 to act as a community resource for the Police Department and Police Chief in the formation of public safety strategies, development of com-
Fremont Police Log SUBMITTED BY GENEVA BOSQUES, FREMONT PD Wednesday, May 25 Officers investigated a commercial burglary on the 39400 block of Fremont Boulevard. The front glass door was smashed. The loss was unknown. Case was investigated by Ofc. Nordseth. Officers investigated an attempt burglary at the AT&T store, located on the 46200 block of Warm Springs Boulevard. The attempt was made via the front door. Officers investigated a commercial burglary on the 46100 block of Warm Springs Boulevard. Access was via a shattered front door. Loss was cash register with cash. Video surveillance recovered shows masked suspect with gloves and the suspect vehicle as a small SUV. A resident called to report a package had been stolen and the incident was captured on video surveillance. Suspect vehicle is described as a black, 4-door vehicle. Case was investigated by Ofc. Bordy. Thursday, May 26 Ofc. Greenberg-Bobbitt stopped to investigate a vehicle that was parked at SBC Liquors. The vehicle has a license plate that came back to a different type of vehicle. The female driver was detained and the vehicle was determined to be cold plated and stolen. The female was arrested for taking a vehicle without permission. Friday, May 27 At 12:20 p.m., officers responded to an assault with a deadly weapon call on the 5100 block of Mowry Avenue. A suspect broke a car window and took the victim’s purse. The suspect entered an
Hit and run arrest SUBMITTED BY LT. DEAN SATO, UNION CITY PD On May 24, at approximately 2:51 pm, Union City Police responded to reports of a hit-andrun injury-collision on Alvarado-Niles Rd at Dowe Ave.
munity policing concepts and increasing public awareness. The Board is intended to provide a form for discussions concerning community concerns and the goal is to have a broad spectrum of viewpoints represented. The role of the Board Members shall include (but not be limited to): •Act as a sounding board for the Chief of Police regarding community needs and concerns, as well as provide community feedback to proposed police programs and priorities. •Apprise the Chief of Police directly of the community’s need for police services and feedback
on the delivery of services. •Assist in educating the community at large about the function and role of the San Leandro Police Department. •Attend monthly meetings in the San Leandro Police Station.
awaiting vehicle and fled the parking lot. The suspect vehicle collided with an occupied vehicle during the escape. The victim of the auto burglary followed the suspect vehicle and called Fremont PD. Ofc. J. Roberts located the vehicle northbound I-880 near Alvarado and the suspect vehicle immediately fled at a high rate of speed. Due to the amount of traffic on the freeway, officers did not pursue the vehicle. Case was investigated by Ofc. Sun. Suspect Vehicle: Chrysler 200, 4door, burgundy in color Driver: Hispanic male adult, short with bald head Passenger: White male adult in his 20s. At 1:05 p.m., Ofc. Kerner and Field Training Officer (FTO) Stillitano were detailed to Rainwater Court to take a theft by fraud report. The victim attempted to purchase Warriors playoff tickets from a subject on Craigslist. The victim paid the money but never received the tickets. A reporting party called to report his business, located on the 43300 block of Mission Boulevard, was burglarized while he was away for a few hours during the day. The unknown suspect(s) entered by breaking the front door and defeating several interior locked doors. Case was investigated by Ofc. Collins. Saturday, May 28 Community Service Officer (CSO) Anders investigated residential burglary in 48000 block of Arcadian Street. Entry was made through a second floor bathroom. The incident occurred between 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. the night before. Losses were jewelry and purses. On May 25, 2016, a victim filed an online report for his stolen bicycle. Unknown suspects took his distinctive electric bicycle from an open garage, valued at $2,400. On
May 28, 2016, the victim set up his own buy/bust. When the suspect arrived, the victim called Fremont PD. Officers Francisco, Goepp and Meredith responded. The suspect tried to evade by cutting through an apartment complex but was stopped on Fremont Boulevard. Ofc. Goepp arrested the male for possession of stolen property; the suspect told officers he purchased the bicycle from someone else. Gardener also has four warrants for theft. Monday, May 30 A white male adult wearing fatigue-style pants entered Whole Foods Market at Mowry Avenue and Paseo Padre Parkway. The male took his shirt off when he was confronted by a store clerk. The subject became agitated and grabbed a 9” knife from the store then left. As he was leaving the area, he yelled out that he was ready to kill someone. A short time later, officers contacted the 43-year-old adult male in a nearby apartment complex. The male was positively identified then arrested. He was transported to jail and booked for making criminal threats and shoplifting. Ofc. Han investigated. Officers responded to a verified Sonitrol alarm at Whitney Place. One subject was seen inside the northwest corner of the vacant building. As officers responded, the power to the building and camera system was suddenly shut off. Officers responded to the area and discovered entry was made on the west side. Further investigation revealed that two white male subjects in their 30s were seen leaving the area on bikes. One was carrying a black backpack. The suspects gained entry, pulled the wires off an inside security camera and shut off all the power at the main breaker box. The building was secured and the power was restored.
A bicyclist was struck by a white van travelling westbound on Alvarado-Niles Rd. The driver fled the scene without stopping. The bicyclist, 24-year-old Aries Yusi of Union City sustained possible life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local trauma center. The driver of the van, 42-yearold Vinitha Rangachari of Fre-
mont turned herself in at the Fremont Police Department and was arrested for Hit-and-Run with Injury. This collision is being investigated by the Union City Police Department Traffic Unit. Anyone with further information regarding this collision is asked to contact Union City Traffic Officer Mike Silva at (510) 675-5292.
Meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. To participate, you must be a City of San Leandro resident or business owner and can apply on the City of San Leandro website at: https://www.sanleandro.org/de pts/pd/programs/cab/default.asp or contact Captain Luis Torres at (510) 577-3247.
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PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF FREMONT PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FREMONT WILL HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS ON THE FOLLOWING PROPOSALS. SAID PUBLIC HEARINGS WILL BE HELD AT 7:00 P.M., ON THURSDAY, JUNE 23, 2016, AT THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3300 CAPITOL AVENUE, FREMONT, CALIFORNIA, AT WHICH TIME ANY AND ALL INTERESTED PERSONS MAY APPEAR AND BE HEARD. CENTERVILLE JUNCTION – 3654 to 3678 Parish Avenue and 3498 to 3568 Peralta Boulevard – PLN2016-00058 - To consider a General Plan Amendment for four parcels located at 3654 Parish Avenue, 3524 Peralta Boulevard, 3508 Peralta Boulevard and 3498 Peralta Boulevard from General Commercial to Medium Density Residential 14.629.9 Dwelling Units per Acre, a Rezoning of the same four parcels from C-G (Commercial General) to R-3-23 (Multifamily Residential), Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 8272 and a Private Street entitlement to allow the removal of all existing buildings and the construction of 52 townhouse-style condominium units on nine contiguous parcels from 3678 Parish Avenue to 3498 Peralta Boulevard in the Centerville Community Plan Area, and to consider a Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared and circulated for the project in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Project Planner – Steve Kowalski, (510) 494-4532, skowalski@fremont.gov MISSION CLAY PRODUCTS APPEAL – 2225 Niles Canyon Road – PLN2015-00223 - To consider an appeal of the Community Development Director's determination that the remediation of soil contamination at the Mission Clay Products quarry must be included in the forthcoming amended Reclamation Plan that Mission Clay Products LLC/BBG KRG, Inc. is required to submit to the City for review and approval in order to complete the remaining reclamation of the quarry in accordance with the Surface Mining and ReclaPDWLRQ $FW DQG D ¿QGLQJ WKDW WKH DSSHDO LV QRW VXEMHFW WR WKH &DOLIRUQLD (QYLURQPHQWDO Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15378 in that it does not meet &(4$ V GH¿QLWLRQ RI D SURMHFW Project Planner – Steve Kowalski, (510) 494-4532, skowalski@fremont.gov CREEKSIDE LANDING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT REVIEW – 48688 Fremont Boulevard – PLN2016-00169 - 7R FRQVLGHU D &LW\ 0DQDJHU V UHSRUW RQ WKH ¿QDO DQQXDO review of the Creekside Landing (formerly King and Lyons) Development Agreement for the 159-acre property located at the northwest corner of Interstate 880 and Dixon Landing Road in the Bayside Industrial Community Plan Area, and a request to allow the cancellaWLRQ RI WKH 'HYHORSPHQW $JUHHPHQW E\ PXWXDO FRQVHQW EDVHG RQ WKH GHYHORSHU V IXO¿OOPHQW of all of the terms contained in the agreement and completion of construction of the project, DQG D ¿QGLQJ WKDW WKH ¿QDO DQQXDO UHYLHZ DQG UHTXHVW WR FDQFHO WKH 'HYHORSPHQW $JUHHment are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA *XLGHOLQHV 6HFWLRQ LQ WKDW QHLWKHU DFWLRQ PHHWV &(4$ V GH¿QLWLRQ RI D SURMHFW Project Planner – David Wage, (510) 494-4447, dwage@fremont.gov For further information on any of the above items, call (510) 494-4440 and request to speak with the project planner in charge of the particular project. * NOTICE * If you challenge the decision of the Planning Commission in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. WAYNE MORRIS, SECRETARY FREMONT PLANNING COMMISSION
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CIVIL ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. HG16806963 Superior Court of California, County of Alameda Petition of: Theresa Andrea Silva for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Theresa Andrea Silva to Connie Valdez 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: 6/30/16, Time: 1:30 p.m., Dept.: 520 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: March 9, 2016 MORRIS D. JACOBSON Presiding Judge of the Superior Court 5/24, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14/16 CNS-2882670# APPLICATION AND ORDER FOR CONTINUANCE OF HEARING CASE NUMBER: HF16802711 Superior Court of California, County of Alameda, 24405 Amador St., Room 104, Hayward, California 94544 PETITIONER/PLAINTIFF: Gabriela Huerta RESPONDENT/DEFENDANT: Oscar, R. Estrada 1. The parties request that the hearing Set in Dept. for (Date): May 31, 2016 at (Time): 9:00 be continued in that department to (Date): July 18th at (Time): 9:00 2. Availability of the requested date has been approved by the courtroom clerk and all parties agree to the terms of this application. 3. The parties agree that any existing temporary order previously issued by the court at the time of the filing of the subject motion, except orders issued under the Domestic Violence Prevention Act, shall remain in effect until the next hearing is held. The parties acknowledge that any temporary orders issued under the Domestic Violence Prevention Act will not remain in effect beyond the date upon which they are set to expire unless they are extended by a reissuance of the orders. An application for reissuance of temporary orders under the Domestic Violence Prevention Act, if requested should be submitted with this form. ALL PARTIES MUST SIGN THIS FORM BEFORE IT IS FILED WITH THE COURT. Date: 4/20/16 /s/ Gabriela Huerta 5. The application for continuance of GRANTED and the matter is continued to the date and time requested with temporary restraining orders other than those issued under the Domestic Violence Prevention Act continued to the same date and time; or, the application for continuance is Date: 4/21/16 /s/ Illegible 5/17, 5/24, 5/31, 6/7/16 CNS-2879128#
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518828 Fictitious Business Name(s): ECommerce Kids Bay Area, 7100 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Qing Lin, 47460 Hoyt St., Fremont, CA 94539 Monica Busby, 5125 Meridian St., Los Angeles, CA 90042 Business conducted by: a General partnership The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Qing Lin, General Partner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 31, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28/16 CNS-2889794# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518814 Fictitious Business Name(s): Launderland, 35278 Newark Blvd, Newark, CA 94560-1272, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Joginder Singh Samra, 5005 Anaheim Loop,
Union City, CA 94587 Harvinder Kaur Samra, 5005 Anaheim Loop, Union City, CA 94587 Business conducted by: Married Couple The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Harwinder Kaur Samra This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 31, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28/16 CNS-2889672# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518516 Fictitious Business Name(s): Klassy Kat Productions, 18690 Walnut Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Deadre Anne Bruetsch, 18690 Walnut Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546 Business conducted by: An Individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 04/01/2011 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Deadre Anne Bruetsch This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 20, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28/16 CNS-2889669# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518752-53 Fictitious Business Name(s): 1. Rockit Char Grill, 2. Rockit Char Grill Burgers and Brews, 1057 B Street Hayward Alameda CA 94541, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Rockit, Inc, 21063 Gribben Ave, Hayward CA 94541; CA Business conducted by: a corporation The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Mo Huyah, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 27, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28/16 CNS-2889666# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518764 Fictitious Business Name(s): The General Store Thirftique, 37671 Niles Blvd., Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Registrant(s): William Corey Cardwell, 328 Ohlones St., Fremont, CA 94539 Business conducted by: an Individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Corey Cardwell This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 27, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28/16 CNS-2889148# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518839 Fictitious Business Name(s): Fremont Janitorial, 40119 Blanchard Street, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Ricardo Cortez, 40119 Blanchard Street, Fremont, CA 94538 Business conducted by: an Individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on April 2nd - 2016 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Ricardo Cortez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 31, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28/16 CNS-2888949# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518668 Fictitious Business Name(s): Giggles N Tickles, 38855 Moore Dr., Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Meena Kumari Punjabi, 38855 Moore Dr., Fremont, CA 94536 Business conducted by: an individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on n/a I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Meena Kumari Punjabi This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 25, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28/16 CNS-2888858# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518335 Fictitious Business Name(s): Cakes by the Pound Bay Area, 26100 Gading Rd. #507, Hayward, CA 94544, County of Alameda Mailing address: Same Registrant(s): Lashawn Raybon, 26100 Gading Rd. #507, Hayward, CA 94544 Business conducted by: an individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Lashawn Raybon This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 16, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28/16 CNS-2888851# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518447 Fictitious Business Name(s): Creekside Entlebuchers, 4854 Shirley Ct., Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda Mailing address: 4854 Shirley Ct., Union City, CA 94587 Registrant(s): Scott Kimes, 4854 Shirley Ct., Union City, CA 94587 Josette Kimes, 4854 Shirley Ct., Union City, CA 94587 Business conducted by: Married couple The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 05/16/2011 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Scott Kimes /s/ Josette Kimes This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 19, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28/16 CNS-2888840# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518780 Fictitious Business Name(s): MobileNotaryFran, 22525 Third St., Apt. 323, Hayward, CA 94541, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Frances Miller, 22525 Third St., Apt. 323, Hayward, CA 94541 Business conducted by: an individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Frances Miller This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 27, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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).
6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28/16 CNS-2888829# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518229 Fictitious Business Name(s): AirRow Air Services, 36267 Brighton Court, Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Stephen D. Rowell, 36267 Brighton Court, Newak, CA 94560 Business conducted by: An Individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Stephen D. Rowell This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 12, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28/16 CNS-2887487# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518411 Fictitious Business Name(s): Eyes Of Vision Optometry, 3904 Smith Street, Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda Mailing address: 38052 Conrad Street, Fremont, CA 94536,County of Alameda Registrant(s): Michelle Mo, 38052 Conrad Street, Fremont, CA 94536 Business conducted by: an individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Michelle Mo This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 18, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21/16 CNS-2886309# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518605 Fictitious Business Name(s): 99% Food And Beverage LLC, 3623 Thornton Ave., Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Registrant(s): 99% Food And Beverage LLC, 3623 Thornton Ave., Fremont, CA 94536, California Business conducted by: a limited liability company The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Illegible, (CEO) This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 24, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21/16 CNS-2886307# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518233 Fictitious Business Name(s): Youmi Therapy Center, 34563 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda Mailing address: Same Registrant(s): Jing Si Goshorn, 4400 The Woods Dr. Apt. 1105, San Jose, CA 95136 Yan Xiang Liang, 800 Hidatsa Ct., Fremont, CA 94539 Business conducted by: a general partnership The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 05-10-2016 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Jing Si Goshorn, Partner Yan Xiang Liang, Partner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 12, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21/16 CNS-2885476# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518217 Fictitious Business Name(s): Mini Sweetie Learning Center, 37079 Dondero Way, Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Steven Yang, 37079 Dondero Way, Fremont, CA 94536 Wei-Chen Jen, 37079 Dondero Way, Fremont, CA 94536 Business conducted by: Married Couple The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Steven Yang This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 12, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21/16 CNS-2885135# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518494
Fictitious Business Name(s): Margaritas Landscape Co., 1207 I St., Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Juan M. Pacheco, 1207 I St., Union City, CA 94587 Business conducted by: an individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Juan M. Pacheco This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 20, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21/16 CNS-2884758# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 517841 Fictitious Business Name(s): Fremont Web Solutions, 43829 N. Moray St., Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda; Mailing Address: 43575 Mission Blvd., #342, Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Jo Marshall, 43829 N. Moray St., Fremont, CA 94539 Business conducted by: an individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/01/2011 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Jo Marshall This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 2, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 5/24, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14/16 CNS-2883342# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518313-4 Fictitious Business Name(s): 1. China Visa and Notary Service, 2. Immigration Consultants In Fremont, 38350 Fremont Blvd., Suite 202C, Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Robert & Lily International LLC, 38350 Fremont Blvd., Suite 202C, Fremont, CA 94536; California Business conducted by: a Limited Liability Company The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on n/a I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Robert G Zhang, CEO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 16, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 5/24, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14/16 CNS-2883219# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518303 Fictitious Business Name(s): Native Studio Salon, 43473 Boscell Rd., Suite J3, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Selina McManus, 25800 Industrial Blvd. #G157, Hayward, CA 94545 Business conducted by: an individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Selina McManus This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 16, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 5/24, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14/16 CNS-2882601# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 518009 Fictitious Business Name(s): Golden Phoenix Fisheries, 43209 Osgood Rd, Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda 43209 Osgood Rd, Fremont, CA 94539; County of Alameda Registrant(s): Rowena Chan, 655 Bogalusa Court, Fremont, CA 94539 Benny Chan, 655 Bogalusa Court, Fremont, CA 94539 Business conducted by: Married Couple The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1-1-2016 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Rowena Chan This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 5, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 5/24, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14/16 CNS-2882408# STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 492635 The following person(s) has (have) abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: US Cleaners, 34584 Alvarado Niles Rd, Union City, CA 94587
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PUBLIC NOTICES Mailing Address: 34584 Alvarado Niles Rd, Union City CA 94587 The Fictitious Business Name Statement being abandoned was filed on 06/09/14 in the County of Alameda. Sun Kyong Inc, 34584 Alvarado Niles Rd, Union City, CA 94587; CA S/ Sun Young Kim, CFO Sun Kyong Inc This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 4, 2016. 5/24, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14/16 CNS-2882386# STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. (1) 490123 (2) 490124 The following person(s) has (have) abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: (1) Bikram Hot Yoga - Central Fremont, (2) Bikram Hot Yoga Fremont - Central, Suite 201, 3890 Mowry Ave, Fremont, CA 94538 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1843, Fremont, CA 94538 The Fictitious Business Name Statement being abandoned was filed on 04/08/2014 in the County of Alameda. Kuan International Fitness Management LLC, Suite 201, 3890 Mowry Ave, Fremont, CA 94538; CA S/ Li, Kuan-Hsien, Director Kuan International Fitness Management LLC This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on April 27, 2016. 5/24, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14/16 CNS-2882369# STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 1. 488912 2. 488913 3. 488914 The following person(s) has (have) abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: 1. Bikram Hot Yoga-Central Fremont Mowry Avenue, 2. Bikram Hot Yoga Fremont-Central (Mowry Avenue), 3. Bikram Hot Yoga-Downtown Fremont, Suite 201, Second Floor, 3890 Mowry Ave., Fremont, CA 94538 The Fictitious Business Name Statement being abandoned was filed on 03/10/2014 in the County of Alameda. Kuan International Fitness Management LLC, Suite 201, Second Floor, 3890 Mowry Ave., Fremont, CA 94538; CA S/ Li, Kuan Hsien, Director Kuan International Fitness Management LLC This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on April 27, 2016. 5/24, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14/16 CNS-2882366# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 517951 Fictitious Business Name(s): Betos Tile and Stone, 21973 Princeton St., Hayward, CA 94541, County of Alameda; Mailing Address: 21973 Princeton St., Hayward, CA 94541 Registrant(s): Humberto Ramirez, 21973 Princeton St., Hayward, CA 94541 Business conducted by: an individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on n/a I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Humberto Ramirez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 4, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 5/24, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14/16 CNS-2882360# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 517835 Fictitious Business Name(s): Willowroot Wands, 42282 Osgood Rd, Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Mailing Address: PO Box 3675, Fremont, CA 94539 Registrant(s): Kim C Kelley, 42282 Osgood Rd, Fremont, CA 94539 Business conducted by: An Individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 04/30/2011 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Kim C Kelley This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 2, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 5/17, 5/24, 5/31, 6/7/16 CNS-2880025# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 517974 Fictitious Business Name(s): US Cleaners, 34584 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Woosouk Joshua Mun, 405 Rancho Arroyo Pkwy #132, Fremont, CA 94536 Business conducted by: An Individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Woodsouk Joshua Mun This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 4, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 5/17, 5/24, 5/31, 6/7/16 CNS-2879935# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 517032-35 Fictitious Business Name(s): (1) One World Boot Camp, (2) Crossfit One World, (3) One World Krav Maga, (4) One World Self Defense & Fitness, 33415 Western Ave, Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda Registrant(s): Five Families Marital Art Inc, 33415 Western Ave, Union City, CA 94587; CA Business conducted by: A Corporation The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 11/2005 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Carmella Medeiros, V.P. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on April 13, 2016 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the
date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, 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). 5/17, 5/24, 5/31, 6/7/16 CNS-2879191#
GOVERNMENT NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS 2016 STREET SLURRY SEAL PROGRAM, PROJECT 1117 The City Council of the City of Newark invites sealed bids for the construction of public improvements for 2016 Street Slurry Seal Program, Project 1117, City of Newark, Alameda County, California. Sealed bids must be delivered to the City Cashier of the City of Newark at 37101 Newark Boulevard, First Floor Cashier Counter, Newark, California, before 2:00p.m. on Tuesday, June 28, 2016. At that time all bids will be publicly opened, examined and declared. The improvements are generally described as follows:Place approximately 99,900 square yards of type II polymer modified asphalt emulsion slurry seal on various streets as indicated in the Specifications. Project includes crack sealing, applying herbicide, traffic striping and legends removal, street sweeping services, thermoplastic re-striping, and other related items of work necessary to complete improvements. The City reserves the right to delete certain streets from the project, if necessary, to stay within funding limitations at the sole discretion of the City Engineer. All slurry seal work on this project must be completed by August25, 2016. Also, slurry seal work in the commercial areas shall be done on Sundays only. Specifications for the work may be obtained at the City of Newark Public Works Department, 37101 Newark Boulevard (First Floor), Newark, California, for a non-refundable fee of $20 per set. For information regarding obtaining Specifications, or a list of plan holders, please contact Ms. Charlotte Allison at (510) 578-4452 or by E-mail to charlotte.allison@ newark.org. All technical questions should be directed to Associate Civil Engineer, Ms. Trang Tran at (510) 578-4298or by E-mail to trang.tran@ newark.org. No pre-bid meeting is scheduled for this project. The Contractor shall possess a valid Class A, Class C-12 or Class C-32 California Contractors license at the time bids are opened. The successful Bidder shall furnish a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond. Items of work in conjunction with this project are included in the Proposal. As of July 1, 2014, all Contractors bidding on this project are required to register with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and to pay the required annual fee. Under California Labor Code section 1771.1, as amended by SB 854, unless registered with the DIR, a Contractor may not bid or be listed as a Subcontractor for any bid proposal submitted for public works projects on or after March 1, 2015. The City of Newark reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and to waive any minor informalities, irregularities and/or bid non-responsiveness that does not influence the competitive nature of the bid. The City of Newark hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business and women owned business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, including a perception that the person has any of those characteristics or that the person is associated with a person who has, or is perceived to have, any of those characteristics in consideration for an award. Pursuant to Section of 1773 of the Labor Code, the general prevailing rate of wages in the county in which the work is to be done has been determined by the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations of the State of California. These wages are set forth in the General Prevailing Wage Rates for this project. The Contractor and all subcontractors shall pay all their employees performing labor under this Contract salaries or wages at least equal to the general prevailing wage rates for the particular crafts, classifications or types of workers employed on this project. These wage rates appear in the latest Department of Industrial Relations publication. Future effective wage rates which have been predetermined and are on file with the Department of Industrial Relations are referenced but not printed in said publication, and are available on the internet at www.dir.ca.gov. Dated: June 2, 2016 SHEILA HARRINGTON, City Clerk City of Newark, Alameda County, California Publish Dates: Tuesday, June 7, 2016 Tuesday, June 14, 2016 6/7, 6/14/16 CNS-2889075# CITY OF FREMONT PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City of Fremont City Council will hold a public hearing to consider the following proposals. Said public hearing will be held at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 21, 2016, Council Chambers, 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg. A, Fremont, CA, at which time all interested parties may attend and be heard: SECOND PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF FY 2016/17 OPERATING BUDGET AND APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT Second Public Hearing (Published Notice) and Adoption of the FY 2016/17 Operating Budget and Appropriations Limit PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (PACE) FINANCING PROGRAMS Public Hearing (Published Notice) to Consider Approval of Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) Regional Collaborative Services Agreement (RCSA) with Residential PACE Providers and Adoption of Resolutions Authorizing Membership in PACE Programs ARDENWOOD TECHNOLOGY PARK PLANNED DISTRICT AMENDMENT - Multiple parcels located along Campus Drive, Campus Court, Kaiser Drive and Dumbarton Circle - PLN201500023 Public Hearing (Published Notice) to Consider the Planning Commission’s Recommendation to Approve a City-Initiated Rezoning of 32 Existing Industrial Parcels Located Within a Portion of the Ardenwood Technology Park from Planned District P-81-15NN (portion), Planned District P-8115NN(F) with Flood Combining District Overlay (portion) and Planned District P-2001-7(F) with Flood Combining District (portion) to new Planned District P-2015-23(F) to Allow the Development of Class A Office, Advanced Manufacturing, and Research and Development Uses, as well as Small-Scale Retail/Service Uses to Meet the Everyday Needs of Employees, with Maximum Allowable Floor Area Ratios of 0.55 to 0.75 and Maximum Building Heights of up to 115 Feet, and to Certify a Final Environmental Impact Report (SCH No. 2015052052) Prepared and Circulated for the Project in Accordance with the Requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). If you challenge any decision of the City Council in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. SUSAN GAUTHIER - CITY CLERK 6/7/16 CNS-2888985# PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Newark at its City Council meeting of Thursday, June 23, 2016, at or near 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, Sixth Floor, City Administration Building, 37101 Newark Boulevard, Newark, California, will review proposed new fees or adjustments to existing fees for services or functions performed by the City in a governmental and/or proprietary capacity. Data establishing the estimated cost required providing the service for which the fee or service charge is levied and the revenue sources anticipated to provide the service is available to the public at the Office of the City Clerk, 37101 Newark Boulevard, Newark, California, during regular business hours. Citizens have the right to make oral or written presentations during the public hearing. SHEILA HARRINGTON City Clerk Publication: Tri City Voice June 7 and 14, 2016. 6/7/16 CNS-2888574# PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE June 23, 2016 RESOLUTION NO. 10502 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEWARK OF INTENTION TO ORDER IMPROVEMENTS ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NOS. 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, and 18 (Pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972) The City Council of the City of Newark resolves: The City Council intends to levy and collect assessments within Assessment District Nos.1,
2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, and 18 during Fiscal Year 2016-2017. The area of land to be assessed is located in the City of Newark, Alameda County. The improvements to be made in these assessment districts are generally described as follows: Landscaping and Lighting District No. 1: Central Avenue between Filbert Street and Willow Street - Provides for the maintenance of median landscaping on Central Avenue between Filbert Street and Willow Street and buffer landscaping adjacent to the Alameda County Flood Control channel immediately west of Filbert Street, and for the maintenance and operation of median street lights along this portion of Central Avenue. Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2: Jarvis Avenue and Newark Boulevard adjacent to Dumbarton Technology Park and Four Corners shopping centers - Provides for the maintenance of Jarvis Avenue and Newark Boulevard median island and in-tract buffer landscaping and landscape irrigation systems adjacent to and within the boundaries of Tract5232, the Dumbarton Industrial Park, and the Four Corners shopping centers. Landscaping and Lighting District No. 4: Stevenson Boulevard and Cherry Street adjacent to New Technology Park - Provides for the maintenance of Stevenson Boulevard median island landscaping from the Nimitz Freeway to Cherry Street and maintenance of median island and up to 50 feet of greenbelt landscaping adjacent to Cherry Street and the future interior loop streets within the boundaries of New Technology Park, and the maintenance of landscaping across the Newark Unified School District property on Cherry Street. Landscaping and Lighting District No. 6: Cedar Boulevard, Duffel Redevelopment Area No. 2 - Provides for the maintenance of all street landscaping within the public right-of-way, and landscaping and landscape irrigation systems within easement areas and developed properties in Redevelopment Area No. 2 at Cedar Boulevard and Stevenson Boulevard plus the Stevenson Station Shopping Center. Landscaping and Lighting District No. 7: Newark Boulevard, Rosemont Square Shopping Center - Provides for the maintenance of buffer landscaping and the landscape irrigation system within the public right-of-way and easement areas for Rosemont Square Shopping Center. Landscaping and Lighting District No. 10: Consolidated District - Provides for the maintenance of landscaping and landscape irrigation systems within the right-of-way and easement areas for all of the Inactive Subdistricts. Landscaping and Lighting District No. 11: Edgewater Drive medians - Provides for the maintenance of landscaped medians on Edgewater Drive. Landscaping and Lighting District No. 13: Citation Homes and Bren Development/ Thornton Avenue - Provides for maintenance of the landscaping and lighting irrigation systems for Thornton Avenue, Cedar Boulevard, Willow Street, and other streets within these subdivisions. This district was relieved from the responsibility for maintenance of median landscaping on Thornton Avenue in May 1997. This district is therefore now an inactive district. Landscaping and Lighting District No. 15: Robertson Avenue at Iris Court - Provides for the maintenance of the landscaping and irrigation systems on Robertson Avenue at Iris Court. Landscaping and Lighting District No. 16: Kiote Drive in Tract 6671 - The maintenance of landscaping and the landscape irrigation system within the public right-of-way and adjacent easement along the street frontage of Kiote Drive in Tract 6671 and the landscaping, irrigation system, recreation facilities, and storm drainage pump station and filtration system for the minipark common area. Landscaping and Lighting District No. 17: Newark Boulevard and Mayhews Landing Road in Tract 7004 – The maintenance of landscaping and the landscape irrigation system within the public rightof-way of the Newark Boulevard and Mayhews Landing Road frontages of Tract 7004. Landscaping and Lighting District No. 18: Cedar Boulevard median on the frontage of Tract 8130 – The maintenance of landscaping and the landscape irrigation system within the Cedar Boulevard median area along the frontage of Tract 8130 between Central Avenue and Smith Avenue. In accordance with this Council’s resolution directing the filing of an Annual Report, the City Engineer, Engineer of Work, has filed with the City Clerk the report required by the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972. All interested persons are referred to that report for a full and detailed description of the improvements, the boundaries of the assessment district, and the proposed assessments upon assessable lots and parcels of land within the assessment district. On Thursday, June 23, 2016, at the hour of 7:30 p.m., the City Council will conduct a public hearing on the question of levy of the proposed annual assessment. The hearing will be held at the meeting place of the City Council located in the City Administration Building, 37101 Newark Boulevard, Newark, California. The City Clerk is authorized and directed to give the notice of hearing required by the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972.
which time they will be publicly opened and read in the Council Chambers of said building. The Contractor shall possess a Class A – General Engineering – license at the time this contract is awarded. Bids are required for the entire work described herein. This contract is subject to the State contract nondiscrimination and compliance requirements pursuant to Government Code Section 12990. Plans, specifications and proposal forms to be used for bidding on this project can only be obtained at the Department of Public Works, 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, California, or by calling (510) 675-5308. In addition, you may call (510) 675-5308 for a copy of the Plan Holder’s List. Plans and specifications are available on CD in PDF format with fees as follows: NON-REFUNDABLE FEE OF $10.00 PER CD WHEN PICKED UP AT THE PUBLIC WORKS’ COUNTER OR $15.00 IF REQUESTED TO BE MAILED General Work Description : The work to be done, in general, consists of storm water filtration planters, sidewalk bulbouts, specially marked crosswalks, permeable block pavers and other storm water system enhancements along with associated items indicated and required by the plans, Standard Specifications, and these technical specifications. All questions should be emailed to Michael Renk at mrenk@unioncity.org. The successful bidder shall furnish a Payment Bond, a Performance Bond, and a Maintenance Bond. Minimum wage rates for this project as predetermined by the Secretary of Labor are set forth in the special provisions. If there is a difference between the minimum wage rates predetermined by the Secretary of Labor and prevailing wage rates determined by the Department of Industrial Relations for similar classifications of labor, the contractor and his subcontractors shall pay not less than the higher wage rates. Pursuant to Section 1773 of the Labor Code, the general prevailing rate of wages in the county in which the work is to be done has been determined by the Director of the wage rates appear in the Department of Transportation publication entitled General Prevailing Wage Rates, (current semiannual which have been predetermined and are on file with the Department of Industrial Relations are referenced but not printed in said publication. CITY OF UNION CITY DATED: May 25, 2016 5/31, 6/7/16 CNS-2886302#
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UNION SANITARY DISTRICT NOTICE OF FILING REPORT AND PUBLIC HEARING IN CONNECTION WITH THE COLLECTION OF FISCAL YEAR 2017 SEWER SERVICE CHARGES ON THE PROPERTY TAX ROLL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Sections 5471 and 5473, et seq. of the Health and Safety Code of the State of California and Union Sanitary District Ordinance No. 31, the Board of Directors of Union Sanitary District will consider whether to collect its charges for sewer services for fiscal year 2017 on the tax roll, in the same manner as general taxes, consistent with past practices. The District has filed a written report with the Secretary of the Board of Directors describing each parcel of real property subject to the charges and the amount of the charges against that parcel for fiscal year 2017. The District’s report is on file and available for public inspection at the District Offices. For reference, the charges for a single family home owner (the majority of USD’s customers) are based on the adopted rate of $380.05 for Fiscal Year 2017. All other rates for individual customers can be found by contacting the District at (510) 477-7500 or on the Districts website www. unionsanitary.ca.gov/sewerservice.htm NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that on Monday, the 27th day of June 2016, at the hour of 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, at the Union Sanitary District Boardroom, 5072 Benson Road, Union City, California, in said District, the Board will hold a hearing to consider the report and whether to collect the sewer service charges for fiscal year 2017 on the property tax roll. At the hearing, the Board of Directors will hear and consider all objections or protests, if any, to the District’s report. Any questions regarding the charges may be directed to Business Services Manager/CFO Arends-King. Publish dates: June 3, 2016 – Argus June 10, 2016 – Argus June 7, 2016 – Tri-City Voice June 14, 2016 – Tri-City Voice By order of the Board of Directors of Union Sanitary District. 6/7, 6/14/16 CNS-2887818# 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 June 22, 2016 at which time they will be opened and read out loud in said building for: ANIMAL SHELTER HVAC AND ROOF REPLACEMENT CITY PROJECT 8820 & 8393(PWC) APN 525-167100100 MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE: A prebid conference is scheduled for Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Animal Shelter, 1950 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont, California, 94538. 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 Solutions located at 821 Martin Avenue, Santa Clara, CA 95050 or through Planwell at www.e-arc.com/location/santa-clara. Phone (408) 295-5770. 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. LINDA WRIGHT PURCHASING DIVISION CITY OF FREMONT 5/31, 6/7/16 CNS-2886410# CITY OF UNION CITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS CITY PROJECT NO. 14-15 NOTICE TO CONTRACTOR Sealed proposals for the work shown on the plans entitled: H Street – Green Street Improvements will be received at the office of the City Clerk of the City of Union City, City Government Building, 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, California, until June 23, 2016 at 2:00 p.m., at
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 June 21, 2016, at which time they will be opened and read out loud in said building for: UPRR SPUR TRACK RELOCATION PROJECT, CITY PROJECT 8661(PWC) Plans, special provisions and standard proposal forms to be used for bidding on this project can be obtained for a non-refundable fee at ARC Solutions located at 821 Martin Avenue, Santa Clara, CA 95050 or through Planwell at www.e-arc.com/location/santa-clara. Phone (408) 295-5770. 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. LINDA WRIGHT PURCHASING DIVISION CITY OF FREMONT 5/31, 6/7/16
VANCE JOSEPH TOPPS CASE NO. RP16814578
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Vance Joseph Topps, aka Vance J. Topps, and Vance Topps A Petition for Probate has been filed by Daniel Topps in the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda. The Petition for Probate requests that Daniel Topps be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The Petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court on 06-21-16 at 9:30 a.m. in Dept. 201 located at 2120 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way, Berkeley, CA 94704. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Benjamin J. Sowards, 2542 S. Bascom Avenue, Ste. 200, Campbell, CA 95008, Telephone: (408) 371-6000 5/24, 5/31, 6/7/16
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CITY OF UNION CITY OFFICIAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant to Government Code Section 66016 et seq., the public hearing will review increases to the City of Union City Master Fee Resolution pertaining to all City departments.
TRUSTEE SALES
Public Hearing – Master Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2016-2017 and Adjustments Thereto for Changes in the Consumer Price Index and Increases as prescribed in the Municipal Code.
T.S. No.: 2015-03848-CA A.P.N.:543-451-98 Property Address: 5468 Dekker Terrace, Fremont, CA 94555 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/15/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: RAY URBI AND GRACIAE V. URBI, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Recorded 08/24/2005 as Instrument No. 2005362360 in book ---, page-- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California, Date of Sale: 06/20/2016 at 12:00 PM Place of Sale: AT THE FALLON STREET EMERGENCY EXIT OF THE ALAMEDA COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET, OAKLAND, CA 94612 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $ 829,021.88 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 5468 Dekker Terrace, Fremont, CA 94555 A.P.N.: 543-451-98 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 829,021.88. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 201503848-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: May 11, 2016 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606 Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530 Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 5/24, 5/31, 6/7/16 CNS-2881130#
Date: Tuesday, June 14, 2016 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: Union City Council Chambers 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road Union City CA 94587 Copies of the Master Fee Schedule will be available for inspection no later than Friday, June 10, 2016, in the Office of the City Clerk, 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City. Persons interested in the above are invited to attend the meeting to speak or offer written evidence for or against this proposal.
Signed: Anna Brown, City Clerk 5/31, 6/7/16 CNS-2886013#
PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JEFFREY M. DRAKE CASE NO. RP16814325
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Jeffrey M. Drake aka Jeffrey Melton Drake A Petition for Probate has been filed by Marilyn J. Maynard-Drake in the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda. The Petition for Probate requests that Marilyn J. Maynard-Drake be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The Petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The Petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court on 06/27/2016 at 9:30 in Dept. 201 located at 2120 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way, Berkeley, CA 94704 If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Carl A. Sundholm, Esq., 750 Menlo Avenue, Suite 100, Menlo Park, CA 94025, Telephone: (650) 4739050 5/31, 6/7, 6/14/16 CNS-2887048#
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Rosa Linda Brekke Born May 21, 1959 - May 27,2016 Rosa Linda proceeded in death by Mother Evelyn & Brother Steve. She is survived by, Husband Les of 24 years, Father Pedro Tinoco, Brothers Ricky, Robert, Tim, Sisters Georgia, Anna, Dolly, Susie & Gloria, Nephews Renee, Joseph, Daniel, Ryan, Bobbie, Tim Jr, Johnathon, Christopher, Cameron, Liam & Timmy III Nieces, Amanda, Melissa, Christina, Elizabeth, Alex, Isabella, Victoria, Alyssa & Amalia. Mother & Father in-laws Jane & Darrell Sister & Brother in-laws Bonnie & Kris Nephews Jonny & Garrett Dog children Rufus & Charlie Rosa Linda attended school at, Kimbell Elementary, Hayward
Edendale Middle School, San Leandro San Lorenzo High School, San Leandro Rosa Linda grew up and lived in the San Leandro area for 31 years before she met her husband working as a cook in Castro Valley in 1990. She Married her husband Les in 1992 on the north shore of Lake Tahoe. Linda and Les have been living in Fremont since 1994. She had a friendly, outgoing and playful personality. Pet friends included parrots, cats and dogs in the household. Linda always enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and joining her husband in outdoor sports activities. Hobbies included drawing sketches, singing to pop music, babysitting, talking to her sisters and taking dogs to dog park. Rosalinda’s happy smile and funny laugh will be missed by all.
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Herbert Kuchinsky Herbert Kuchinsky, of Livermore, CA, died at his home at age 90 on May 31, 2016. He was born on October 12, 1925, in Passaic, NJ, to hard-working immigrant parents, Jacob and Rose Rosenthal Kuchinsky
(originally, Kuczynski) and had 2 brothers, Saul and Isadore, who predeceased Herb. He attended Patterson High School. Herb's first job was helping his father build homes. He trained as a Navy pilot during WWll, and then went on to complete his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees on the GI bill. In 1947 he married Bess M. Birnbaum, who predeceased Herb in 2003, after 56 years of marriage. Together they had 2 children, Jan and Neil. Herb owned 2 businesses, a furniture manufacturing business in
NJ, and then an import business in GA. He was a life-long athlete, playing raquetball in the Senior Olympics at 84, winning gold and silver medals, and playing locally until age 88. Herb is survived by his 2 children, Jan and Neil, their respective spouses, Jesse and Laura, and four grandchildren, Leah, Jacob, Nathan and Kyla, as well as Leah’s husband, Joshua, and Nathan’s fiancé, Elizabeth. Herb was a wise, kind, patient, and much beloved father and grandfather. A service will be held Monday, June 6th, 10:00 AM at Callahan Mortuary Chapel in Livermore, followed by internment at Roselawn Cemetery in Livermore. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Herb’s name to: The Parkinson’s Institute in Sunnyvale, CA, the Michael J. Fox Foundation, or CaringVoice.org.
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Ann C. Lusk December 10, 1939 – May 29, 2016 Resident of Hayward Born on December 10th, 1939 in Boise, ID, and entered into rest on May 29th, 2016 in Fremont, CA at the age of 76. Survived by her children: Sheila Sandholdt and her husband Mark, Johnny Lusk, Chris Lusk and his wife Victoria, and Kristie Mandeville and her husband Peter; grandchildren: Michael, and Jennifer; and sisters: Alice Sockwell, and Carol Richeson.
Also survived by nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by a son Michael Lusk in 1989. No services are being held for Ann. Inurnment at Irvington Memorial Cemetery in Fremont, CA. Donations may be made in memory of Ann to the Salvation Army. Fremont Chapel of the Roses 510-797-1900
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Richard James Booker November 16, 1943 – June 3, 2016 Resident of Riverbank
Richard James Booker passed away on Friday, June 3, 2016, from Mesothelioma Cancer. He was born in Oakland on November 16, 1943, and graduated from Oakland Technical High School. He was a longtime resident of Fremont before moving to Riverbank in 2002. Richard is preceded in death by his son, Darren Booker. He is survived by his wife of nearly 34 years, Cheryl Booker, and mother Betty Neal, age 94, children Denise Rodriguez and Julie Mae Porter, grandchildren Bobbi Dewstone, Sammy Rodriguez, Alaina and Alexia Porter, Sienna and Capri Gavino, Kaylie, Ashlie, Ricky and Baylie Klitzing, great-grandson Antonio
Dewstone, sister Sheri Taman and brother Bob Booker, and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. In 1966, during the Vietnam War, Richard was deployed as part of the U.S. Army’s 173rd Airborne Infantry Combat Unit, after which he worked as a union paint manufacturer for many years. He was well respected amongst his colleagues and developed lifelong friendships. Richard loved music of almost any genre and he loved to sing, dance, and attend concerts. He also loved sports and was an avid fan of the Oakland A’s, Oakland Raiders and Warriors. He enjoyed camping, fishing, walking the dogs and spending time with his family, whom he loved dearly. Richard’s legacy will live on through his family’s and friends’ wonderful memories. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 9th, from 10:3011am and a Chapel Service will begin at 11am at Fremont Memorial Chapel, 3723 Peralta Blvd., Fremont, CA 94536. Burial will follow at Irvington Memorial Cemetery in Fremont, CA. Fremont Memorial Chapel 510-793-8900
Mother and daughter killed in collision with Amtrak train SUBMITTED BY LT. ROBERT MCMANUS, SAN LEANDRO PD On May 24, San Leandro Police officers responded to a tragic incident in which a mother and her young daughter lost their lives following a collision with an Amtrak train. At 1:30 p.m., officers responded to reports of the collision at the railroad crossing on Washington Ave. near Chapman Rd. Responding officers found the Amtrak train stopped on the tracks, approximately one-quarter mile north of Chapman Rd., with a Toyota Rav-4 trapped underneath its front rail car. Officers found a mother and daughter inside, and attempted life-saving measures, but were unsuccessful. Alameda County Fire and Paramedics Plus personnel responded and pronounced 30 year old Vanessa Henriquez and her 3-year old daughter, Saidy, both of Oakland, deceased at the scene. “We offer our condolences to the family and friends of those that lost their loved ones this afternoon,” stated Lt. Robert McManus. “This is tragic. There are absolutely no other words to describe it.” San Leandro Police will serve as the lead investigators in this tragic event and will work closely with Amtrak authorities, as they determine how and why this collision occurred. During the early stages of the investigation, police learned that the Toyota, driven by Vanessa Henriquez had been travelling south on Washington Ave. and was stopped in traffic between other vehicles and the railroad crossing arms when the collision occurred. As police continue their investigation, they will be searching for witnesses and reviewing surveillance video from nearby businesses in hopes that they gather additional information that will assist them in answering the many questions that they still have. Please contact the San Leandro Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division with any information regarding this case or any other case at (510) 577-3230. Information may also be submitted anonymously by: •Phone: Anonymous Crime Tips at (510) 577-3278 •Text Message: Text “TipSLPolice” to 888777
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What is the language deprivation that Nyle DiMarco is talking about? SUBMITTED BY: LAURA T. PETERSEN Congratulations to Nyle DiMarco for shining so bright and winning Dancing with the Stars and America’s Next Top Model. He is using his fame and time in the media spotlight to shed light on the overlooked issue of language deprivation that continues to plague Deaf children. What is this language deprivation that he has mentioned in most of his interviews? Unlike Nyle, ninety percent of Deaf babies are born to parents who can hear and have never met a deaf person before giving birth to one. Since 2000, federal legislation requires newborn hearing screening in the hospital. This identifies infants as Deaf or Hard of Hearing while they are very young, with the goal of getting these children access to language as early as possible. The problem has been the definition of this early access and which language. The medical community sees cochlear implants or hearing aids hand in hand with listening and speech therapy as essential for access to language, whereas deaf educators with their history of seeing Deaf children develop from young children to adults, see all their students able to learn and navigate the world using American Sign Language (ASL) and written English, and for some spoken English. Parents are told by the medical community, “Don’t sign.” For those parents who do choose to sign, some have been told by medical professionals that they will not implant their child with a cochlear implant if they continue to sign. We believe parents should not be limited to one avenue for providing language to their child. On the other hand, there are many families who are learning signs with their young (hearing) infants because it promotes earlier communication, reduces frustration and provides access to language. It seems ludicrous to limit language opportunities to Deaf babies while many parents are signing with their hearing babies. Hence, the passion from Nyle and the Deaf community against the establishment that has limited the potential of Deaf children for generations. Rachel Coleman is a wellknown parent of a Deaf child and creator of Emmy nominated videos Signing Times. The videos teach ASL to toddlers and their families. She created Signing Times because when her daughter was one year old, she was told by a public school principal in L.A. that she will probably only have a 4th grade reading level when she graduates high school. Rachel was horrified to learn what the Deaf
community has been frustrated with for years. Rachel was able to advocate for a Language Rich Environment with access to her daughter’s native language, ASL. This should be the norm for all Deaf children. Children are wired ready and eager to learn language. Most infants are exposed to language in their first minute of life. Ninety percent of Deaf children are not. It takes time to get a cochlear implant, often a year to find out whether the baby is a candidate. Even when young children get cochlear implants or hearing aids we do not know how much speech they are able to understand and access; they can’t tell us. During this critical time for language development, Deaf children should not be limited. When her daughter was a baby, Rachel Coleman was shocked to learn that the entire Deaf community knows that babies can sign at 6 months. “Why don’t we know this?” stated Coleman during a recent presentation at the Early Hearing, Detection, and Intervention conference. Unfortunately Nyle is experiencing a backlash for his promotion of ASL. Proponents of a listening and spoken language only approach are threatened by his fame and his glamorization of ASL. Lisa Goldstein, who describes herself as a freelance journalist who happens to be deaf, wrote “He wants to make ASL a requirement for deaf children, which infringes on parental choice”. In her article, “Nyle DiMarco’s Activism Is Dangerous For The Deaf Community,” she calls Nyle, a Deaf Culture Extremist. “Someone who only uses ASL, like Nyle, can’t interact with society without help from others.” Lisa says, “I can speak the predominant language of this country rather than being dependent upon the few hearing people who know ASL.” What about the many children who do not master spoken English despite dedicating hours and hours on speech therapy during school time instead of mastering written English or ASL? That is the language deprivation Nyle is trying to change. Lisa writes in another article “I cannot understand speech without seeing the speaker’s face or reading captions. I miss audible information.” Why would you settle for that? Nyle has been clear that he is not against hearing aids or cochlear implants only that he is against denying Deaf children access to sign language. “It’s fine if parents want to get their kids implants or hearing aids,” says DiMarco, in a People magazine interview, who admits he has never seriously considered getting an aid or implant for himself.
“But research shows that being bilingual improves their chances of speaking. Depriving them of ASL is denying them language.” The conundrum is that most hearing parents are not experts in providing a language rich environment for their deaf child. It is natural that parents, who have no knowledge of what it means to be Deaf, want their child to talk. It’s the only path they know to becoming a happy adult. Naturally they would defer to the medical professionals who say, “Don’t sign; we will get your child a cochlear implant.” The results are devastating. Students, who transfer into the California School for the Deaf in Fremont from public and private listening and spoken language schools, are an average of five grade levels behind. The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing’s President, Meredith Sugar, pushes the organization’s long-standing platform of listening and spoken language for deaf children. In a response to an article in the Washington Post about Nyle she said ASL use is declining. She stated “Ninety percent of these families are choosing listening and spoken language for their deaf child.” This is exactly the crux of the problem that Nyle is trying to bring to light. Medical professionals not trained in language acquisition and organizations like hers have first contact with naive parents who think they are doing what is best for their child. These parents do not know the facts. A majority of children with cochlear implants, 70 percent were judged by their teachers to be below the median level of their class in academic achievement particularly in English and Math. (June 2011 International Journal of Otolaryngology Punch and Hide) It is a silent atrocity, which is causing language deprivation in a majority of these children. That is why Nyle’s time in the spotlight is so exciting for deaf education professionals. We finally have an opportunity to show the world how capable Deaf people can be when language is not a barrier. Parents need to know about the benefits of ASL. I am tired of parents visiting the California School for the Deaf and leaving in tears because they did not know we were a public school option for their child. They see our students full of confidence, introducing themselves and welcoming us to the school. They see them hanging out and laughing with their friends… just like any other child except in another language, ASL, which they were told not to learn.
“Be Better” for Improved Health SUBMITTED BY ALI BAY California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Director and State Public Health Officer Dr. Karen Smith says you don’t have to be perfect to improve your health, but you can strive to be better. “Be Better” is the new recently unveiled CDPH “Champions for Change” campaign. “Be Better is a reminder that even small steps can make a difference in improving your health,” said Dr. Smith. “Take the stairs, snack on fruits and veggies, and quench your thirst with water instead of soda – these are simple ways that we can all be better to enjoy better health.” The “Be Better” campaign promotes new federal dietary guidelines that recommend Americans focus on making small shifts in what they eat and drink to prevent chronic health conditions like type 2 diabetes, hypertension and heart disease. Having a normal weight reduces your risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 70 percent. The campaign will include English and Spanish ads on television and radio stations, billboards and Web banners. There will also be community-level promotions coordinated with local health departments. The ads will feature “Champions for Change” – real people who have committed to be better for themselves and their families by being more active, drinking water instead of sugary drinks, and eating more fruits and vegetables. More information is available at: http://cachampionsforchange.cdph.ca.gov/Pages/default.aspx
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City of Fremont News Briefs SUBMITTED BY CHERYL GOLDEN Safer Streets, Safer People, Safer Vehicles Introduction to the Vision Zero 2020 Action Plan Vision Zero, adopted by the City Council in September 2015, is the City’s traffic safety policy that strives to eliminate traffic fatalities and reduce severe injuries for all modes of transportation. Vision Zero considers the loss of life from traffic crashes to be unacceptable and preventable, and identifies safety as the highest priority for the design and operation of the transportation system. In March 2016, the Vision Zero 2020 Action Plan was approved by the City Council. The Plan presents a comprehensive set of actions to improve traffic safety over the next few years, with a goal to significantly reduce fatalities and severe injuries by 2020; it’s organized around the themes of safer streets, people, and vehicles. Safer Streets The majority of the Vision Zero 2020 Action Plan involves engineering investments to improve the safety of Fremont streets, including efforts to provide safer street crossings for pedestrians, improve visibility and nighttime lighting, and manage vehicle travel speeds. Projects include retrofitting all Fremont pedestrian signals by 2017 with “countdown” indicators to inform pedestrians of available time to cross intersections, building better bikeways and narrowing vehicle lanes to 10 feet wide on high-speed arterial streets. Many
of these changes will be seen quickly as 20 Safer Streets projects will be implemented in 20 months starting in summer 2016. Safer People The Vision Zero actions related to safer people are focused on enhancing enforcement and education programs. Human errors and unsafe behaviors account for 90 percent of crashes. This includes speeding, running red lights and stops signs, drunk driving, distracted and inattentive driving, biking, and walking. The City’s Public Works Department will work closely with the Fremont Police Department on sharing Vision Zero data analysis and working in partnership on traffic safety campaigns. In addition, they’ll work collaboratively with Fremont Unified School District and other community organizations to enhance traffic safety education. Safer Vehicles Ultimately, the continued development of safer vehicles has the potential to virtually eliminate traffic crashes. Today, exciting new technologies are being developed that can help avoid traffic crashes through the use of sensors and automated vehicle controls for braking and steering. These advanced safety features include forward collision warning, active collision avoidance, pedestrian and bicycle detection, and lane departure warning. The City of Fremont will encourage programs to accelerate the deployment of crash avoidance technology in all new vehicles, which is perhaps the way to achieve Vision Zero everywhere. For more information and details about the Vision Zero 2020 Action Plan, visit www.Fremont.gov/VisionZero20 20 and follow the City and Fre-
mont Police Department on social media at www.Fremont.gov/SocialMedia. Fremont Police Safety Fair The Fremont Police Department invites you to attend a Safety Fair on Saturday, June 11. The free event is open to the public and will be held outdoors in the large parking lot just west of the police campus (between the police building and Fremont Main Library) between the hours of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature a variety of booths and displays including the following: - Communications (Dispatch) - Community Engagement Neighborhood Watch and National Night Out - Social media and staying connected with the Fremont Police Department - Traffic Unit - Vision Zero - Learn about Vision Zero 2020 and the 20 projects transportation engineers are working on to reduce injury collisions in Fremont. - Red-light traffic enforcement Learn about this successful program aimed at reducing traffic signal related collisions. - Crime Lab/Property Unit - CSI Unit - K-9 Unit with trailing dogs K-9 Blaze and K-9 Tynne - SWAT - Recruitment and Personnel Unit - Animal Services - Fremont Fire - recruitment, first aid, and vehicle display - Child Safety Seat Inspections (Inspections will be by appointment only between the hours of 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will take approximately 30 minutes per
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safety seat. Register online at www.fpdcarseatcheck.eventbrite.c om or call (510) 713-SEAT if you have questions.) - Safety seminars - Special Olympics - BART Police - California Highway Patrol (CHP) - Washington Hospital - 5 food trucks - Food Truck Mafia will donate a portion of their proceeds to Special Olympics Northern California. - Kids crafts - Bone Marrow Registry - Joint Police and Fire Mobile Command Vehicle The Fremont Police Department looks forward to hosting this first-time event and hopes our community will come out and join them. If you are on social media, please join the conversation by using #FPDSafetyFair. If you have questions, please contact the Fremont Police Department’s Community Engagement Unit at (510) 790-6740 or fremontpolice@fremont.gov. Apply to be a Commissioner or Advisory Board Member Looking for a way to make a difference in the community? Consider serving as a commissioner or an advisory board member. The City of Fremont currently has vacancies on its Library Advisory Commission, Recreation Commission and Senior Citizens Commission. Current boards and commission vacancies include the following: Library Advisory Commission – One vacancy. Term to expire December 31, 2016 Recreation Commission –
One vacancy. Term to expire December 31, 2017 Senior Citizens Commission – One vacancy. Term to expire December 31, 2018 To download an Advisory Body application, visit www.Fremont.gov/BoardsandCommissions and review the Resources section at the bottom of the page. You may also obtain an application from the City Clerk’s Office at 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg A. Please note that the City Clerk’s Office accepts applications throughout the year, not just when there are vacancies. For more information call (510) 284-4060. Applications are kept on file through the end of the calendar year and are reviewed by the Mayor and Council when a vacancy occurs. A current list of applicants is established each year. Applications may be submitted to the City Clerk at any time between January 1 and December 31. These applications may be considered for various vacancies throughout the year; however, on December 31, any remaining applications of these persons not appointed will be void. In order to be considered this year, a new application will need to be submitted. Weigh in on which Movies to Show at Movies in the Park Fremont’s annual “Movies in the Park” series is back for the 2016 summer season. This year the City’s Recreation Services Division wants the community’s input on which movies to feature for the July 22 and August 19 showings at the Central Park Performance Pavilion, as well as the September 23 Street Eats Date Night showing in Downtown. Visit www.Fremont.gov/OpenCityHallMovies now through July 1 to vote for your movie choices.
Student gives back through Medical Brigade SUBMITTED BY KIMBERLY HAWKINS Cal State University East Bay (CSUEB) pre-medical student, Osman Sharifi, remembers a childhood in Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan, where medical care was virtually nonexistent. Families, including his own, lived in mud homes with no furniture and children clung protectively to their one or two homemade toys like kites — prized possessions in a community with so little. So when Sharifi and his fellow students landed in Nicaragua last year for a weeklong humanitarian trip providing medical care to a rural village, he was reminded about why he wants to go into medicine. “When I went and saw that people lived in houses made out of mud that was my childhood … and I wanted to do the best I could to help out,” Sharifi said. “I didn’t have access to health care as a child, which was one of the main motivating factors of me going into medicine.” This summer, Sharifi and more than 30 others from CSUEB’s Medical Brigade are headed back overseas to help — this time in Panama. They are asking the community for help getting there.
Angela Arata, co-president of Global Medical and Dental Brigades, said she expects 34 students to attend the trip to Panama this year. Students are responsible for raising about $1700, which covers their airfare and simple accommodations in the village. They can fundraise on their own, work at various events to raise money, and people can donate to a group fund that will be distributed among the stu-
dents. Raising the money for the trip can be tough for some students, but most feel it’s worth every penny, Arata explained. “These trips give you a chance to shadow physicians and see how health care is delivered in another country — it’s really different from here,” she said. “It makes you realize that healthcare is not equal everywhere; it’s nice to get
that broader perspective.” For Sharifi, it’s a reality that reminds him of why he spends countless hours studying each week and will apply to medical school this summer. As a child, he knew of a peer in Mazar-e-Sharif who died from an untreated fever and recalls the experience having a profound affect on his interest in medicine.
“People (in my hometown) died from things that could have been treated easily in the U.S. … it motivated me to provide (care) to people who are from low-socioeconomic backgrounds,” Sharifi said. Medical Brigade students like Sharifi are spending the last few weeks of the school year raising their final funds and collecting items they’ll take with them. If you would like to donate financially to their campaign, visit: https://www.globalbrigades.or g/empowered/chapter/cal-stateuniversity-east-bay-medicalbrigades-chapter/brigade/californi a-state-university-east-bay-medical-dental-june-2016-panama The following items can also be donated in the bins located in offices (North Science - 113, New Union-2011, North Science-131) around the CSUEB campus at 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd, Hayward: Garbage bags, paper towels, pens and markers, brown paper bags, small disposable cups, small liquid containers, small resealable plastic bags, travel size shampoo and conditioner and lotion, soap, floss and dishwashing gloves.
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SUBMITTED BY JUDY LAM On April 23, 2016, a full house audience came to the Virtuoso International Flute Ensemble’s (VIFE) benefit concert for the Fremont Education Foundation, and we successfully raised funds for the After School Band Program. We are grate-
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ful for the community’s continuous support of our concerts, and VIFE is happy to invite you and your family to our “Free Community Concert” on Sunday, June 12. We are excited to have harpists from the Silicon Valley Youth Harp Ensemble Success Program (YES) under the direction of Sonya Yu joining VIFE in performance. If
you like the heavenly duo of flute and harp, then you will not want to miss this rare performance! A flute and harp duo is not uncommon, but never in such large scale as featured in this combined ensemble – 8 harps and 30 flutes! The combined musicians will perform the “Mission Impossible” theme song, “You Raise Me Up” by Rolf Loveland, “How Can I Keep From Singing” (Quaker song), and “Minuet” from the “L’Arlésienne Suite” by Bizet. Then VIFE will continue with “Burleske” by Carl Rorich featuring the VIFE professional chamber musicians including VIFE Director Judy Lam, “Spring
for Flutes” featuring the VIFE high school musicians, “Fantasie” by Sylvain Talle featuring the VIFE middle school musicians, and “Mango Walk” (traditional Jamaican) and “Italian Song” by Tchaikovsky featuring the VIFE elementary school musicians. YES & VIFE Free Community Concert Sunday, Jun 12 2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. Immanuel Presbyterian Church of Fremont 4333 Hansen Ave, Fremont (510) 979-9263 VIFE.music@gmail.com Free
9/11 Memorial dedicated in Hayward SUBMITTED BY MICHAEL L. EMERSON The Hayward 9/11 Memorial in downtown Hayward was dedicated on Memorial Day, Monday, May 30. Hayward resident Michael L. Emerson is the founder, designer, and also the Build Manager of the Memorial. The Memorial was built to honor and remember the Heroes of 9/11, Military Veterans, and First Responders. Emerson donated 100 percent of his design, time and labor.
A wonderful ceremony was held and approximately 400 people were in attendance for the dedication. Thank you to the City of Hayward and to all who supported and donated to the Memorial. The Memorial is free to visit and is now open to the public. For details, visit: www.Hayward911Memorial.com
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Food Truck Mafia will feature five food trucks and donate a portion of their proceeds to Special Olympics Northern California. In addition, the event will feature a free, largescale child safety seat inspection to help teach parents how to properly install child safety seats. Inspections will be by appointment only between the hours of 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will take approximately 30 minutes per safety seat. Register online at www.fpdcarseatcheck.eventbrite.com or call (510) 713-SEAT if you have questions. If you are on social media, please join the conversation by using the hashtag, #FPDSafetyFair. Be on the lookout for more specific information about the different event elements planned between now
and June 11. If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact the Community Engagement Unit at (510) 790-6740 or fremontpolice@fremont.gov. Fremont Police Safety Fair Saturday, Jun 11 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Parking lot between Police Station & Fremont Library 2000 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont (510) 790-6740 www.fpdcarseatcheck.eventbrite.com Free
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