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hat lifts spirits, unites the community, and is a staple of the holiday season? If you’re a resident of the Tri-Cities, the answer is most likely the Niles Festival of Lights Parade. A fun and heartwarming launch into Christmas time, the parade marches into its 12th year the day after Thanksgiving, on Friday, November 23. Created by the Niles Merchants Association, the Festival of Lights is strictly a people pleasing affair. “We’re very community, child oriented,” says association Treasurer and Event Coordinator Marie Dear. At the time when the parade began, there was only continued on pag 39
SUBMITTED BY DEBBIE AYRES For the past 14 years, students, staff and parents have participated in the California School for the Deaf (CSD) Physical Education Turkey Trot. During Physical Education classes on Thursday, November 15, students circled the track. Staff joined in during their prep periods or breaks and some parents even came by to do a lap or two. Just prior to a morning session, the CSD Eagle mascot arrived to the delight of participants and urged them on during their circuits. Students “trotted” for 20 minutes, collecting a strip of paper after every lap. When the allotted time had elapsed, they were able to deposit the paper strips in a bowl based on the number of laps completed. Drawings from the bowls were for Thanksgiving/food items to share with their families during the holidays. This year, the high school service learning class also collected non-perishable food items to donate to a family or organization of their choice. Local merchants donating to the CSD Turkey Trot include: Safeway, Whole Foods, Raley’s, Trader Joe’s, Lucky’s, Panera Bread, Boston Market, Erik’s Deli, Peet’s Coffee, Sprout’s, Sport’s Authority, Jamba Juice, McDonald’s, Coldstone, Elephant Bar, Costco.
SUBMITTED BY KAREN KADAJA More than two decades ago, a bunch of train enthusiasts decorated a few of their restored railroad cars and took them out for a holiday train ride. The next year, people were waving them down wanting a ride. Thus was born the Train of Lights, now the oldest continuously running holiday train ride in the nation. Over a quarter of a mile long, covered inside and out with thousands of lights, it is one of the Bay Area’s most beloved holiday celebrations. Decorating a train that size both inside and out is no small task. It is a labor of love by hundreds of volunteers beginning right after Labor Day and ends just before Thanksgiving. Dexter Day, a Caltrain Conductor and Tri-Valley resident, is the mastermind behind the Train of Lights; he is better known as Dr. Christmas. The train is decorated by volunteers from all over the Bay Area, including Eric Child from Santa Cruz and Dave Burla from San Leandro. A large volcontinued on pag 40
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re you bothered by a chronic, nagging cough? Do you find yourself short of breath while performing everyday activities? Are you easily fatigued? Do you struggle with frequent respiratory infections? If so, you may be one of the millions of Americans with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). “COPD is a progressive disease that makes it difficult to breathe,” says Sherry Harrington, RCP, co-coordinator of the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Washington Hospital. “As the disease gets increasingly worse, it gets more and more difficult to breathe, and it becomes harder to live a normal life. Unfortunately, COPD even can cause longterm disability and early death.” November is National COPD Awareness Month. According to the American Lung Association, COPD is the third-leading cause of death in the U.S. More than 12 million people in the U.S. are known to have COPD. Up to 12 million more Americans may have the disease without realizing it since the symptoms of COPD develop slowly over time. “Sometimes when people are older, they assume that COPD symptoms such as fatigue and shortness of breath are just signs of aging, and they ignore those symptoms until the disease is more advanced,” explains Rose Stortz, RCP, who co-coordinates the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program with Harrington. “People who have symptoms of COPD should consult their doctor and request a pulmonary function test because there are many ways to treat and manage the disease, especially when it is found early.”
November is National COPD Awareness Month. Sherry Harrington, RCP, (second from left) and Rose Stortz, RCP, (far right) co-coordinators of the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Washington Hospital, were joined by Washington Hospital volunteer Ron Hufstedler and Carole Vanacore-Shaffer on November 3 at the annual Fight for Air Walk in Fremont. The walk raises awareness and funds for lung disease.
COPD can include chronic bronchitis or emphysema, with most people having a combination of both conditions. In chronic bronchitis, the linings of the air passages in the lungs become inflamed, usually following a respiratory infection, producing mucus secretions and coughing. In emphysema, there is progressive damage to the air sacs (alveoli) in the lungs, and air gets trapped in the lungs. “People with COPD also are more prone to getting respiratory infections such as the flu and pneumonia, which can make symptoms worse,” Stortz says. “That’s why getting flu and pneumonia immunizations are especially important for people who
have COPD.” Harrington notes that the primary cause of COPD is smoking. “The more you smoke, and the longer you smoke, the more likely you are to develop COPD,” she says. “Second-hand smoke also can cause COPD, as can heavy air pollution and exposure to irritating dusts or chemicals in the workplace. There also is a genetic form of COPD that causes emphysema, but is extremely rare.” Diagnosis and Treatment of COPD The basic test for COPD is a lung function test known as spirometry. The patient blows air out as hard as possible into a small machine that measures the amount
of air and the speed of the airflow. Chest X-rays and CT scans or blood tests to measure the amounts of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood might also be helpful in diagnosing COPD. While there is no cure for COPD, various lifestyle changes and medical treatments can relieve the symptoms and slow the progression of the disease. Joining a support group such as the Better Breathing for Life Club at Washington Hospital also can help people with COPD learn how to cope with their illness. “First and foremost, if you smoke, get the help you need to stop,” Harrington says. “You also should avoid second-hand smoke, and make sure no one smokes in your home. In addition, there are various medications that can be used to help manage COPD, including oral steroids, bronchodilators to open the airways and inhaled steroids to reduce lung inflammation. In some cases, COPD patients may need oxygen therapy if they have a low level of blood oxygen. People who are supposed to be on oxygen need to use it faithfully. Otherwise the disease can progress more rapidly.” Patients with suspected or confirmed COPD should contact their physicians to see if they are a candidate for the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program. “A diagnostic test called a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) is used to determine if a patient qualifies for Pulmonary Rehabilitation. This test usually takes about an hour and a half,” Harrington says. “Most continued on pag 5
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Women's Health Conference: Can Lifestyle Reduce the Risk of Cancer?
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Washington Women's Center: Heart Healthy Foods
Voices InHealth: Healthy Pregnancy
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Annual Celebration Supports Local Hospice Care Join the Washington Hospital Healthcare Foundation in celebrating the holiday season at their annual Trees of Angels events. Monday, November 26 kicks off the series of festive gatherings, which includes three tree lighting ceremonies and the Children's Holiday Breakfast. Tree lighting ceremonies will offer entertainment, refreshments, and raffles with city officials and representatives from the Washington Hospital Healthcare Foundation presiding. The Children's Holiday Breakfast on Saturday, December 1 offers the opportunity to meet and mingle with Ronald McDonald while enjoying entertainment, raffle prizes and a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus! The breakfast is $10 per person and reservations are recommended. "Trees of Angels is our way of bringing some holiday cheer to our neighbors in the community," said Mark Bernardin, Chair of the Trees of Angels Committee. "It gives us the opportunity to celebrate with our friends in Fremont, Union City, and Newark, while supporting hospice care services for Tri-City residents."
McDonald's has also been a great partner, providing the food, volunteers and raffle prizes each year for the Children’s Holiday Breakfast. Thanks to our sponsors and community supporters, we are able to support local hospice care."
Compassionate Care Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual resources for patients who are in the end stages of a terminal illness, when the focus of care changes from cure to comfort. The Washington Hospital Healthcare Foundation was created in 1983 to enhance the Washington Hospital Healthcare System by increasing public awareness and financial support. Each year the Foundation holds events such as the Tree of Angels, Annual Golf Tournament and Top Hat Dinner Dance to raise funds for equipment and services that will improve patient care. For more information about the Washington Hospital Healthcare Foundation, call (510) 791-3428 or visit www.whhs.com/foundation.
A Holiday Tradition The Trees of Angels campaign started in 1996 and over the years has helped hundreds of local people get high-quality, local hospice care. Since it’s inception, the Tree of Angels has raised nearly $450,000. Tree-lighting ceremonies are scheduled to take place at the McDonald's Restaurant at the corner of Mission Boulevard and I-680 in Fremont on Monday, November 26, Newark City Hall in Newark on Monday, December 3, and the Nakamura Clinic in Union City on Wednesday, December 5. The ever popular Children’s Holiday Breakfast is held in Washington West on December 1 – make your reservations today! "We are very grateful for the support of our sponsors who make Trees of Angels possible each year, particularly our benefactor sponsor, Lonnie Robinson and RK Electric," said Angus Cochran, executive director of the Washington Hospital Healthcare Foundation. "Bernardin Family
Trees of Angels Event Schedule Monday, November 26, 6 p.m. Tree Lighting at McDonald's Restaurant 42800 Mission Boulevard in Fremont Saturday, December 1, 8 a.m. Breakfast with Santa and Ronald McDonald Washington West, 2500 Mowry Avenue in Fremont Reservations recommended, $10 per person Monday, December 3, 6:30 p.m. Tree Lighting at Newark City Hall 37101 Newark Boulevard in Newark vThe Trees of Angels campaign started in 1996 and over the years has helped hundreds of local people get high-quality, local hospice care. Monday, November 26 kicks off the series of festive gatherings with a tree lighting ceremony at the McDonald's Restaurant at the corner of Mission Boulevard and I-680 in Fremont.
Learn How to Cope with Holiday Stress Tis’ the season for parties, presents, and good cheer. But it can also be a stressful time filled with to-do lists and family obligations.
During the holiday season, normal routines are disrupted and the rush of cooking, shopping and preparing for celebrations can cause stress. Ruth Traylor, Washington Hospital's Director of Community Outreach, offers tips to reduce stress including taking time to exercise. For information about programs and services that can help you and your loved ones stay healthy all year long, visit www.whhs.com.
“We think of the holiday season as the most wonderful time of year, but for many it’s sheer madness,” said Ruth Traylor, Washington Hospital’s Director of Community Outreach. “We scramble to shop and cook, and spend hours on a plane or in the car to get to family gatherings. We spread ourselves too thin and the result is often stress and unhappiness rather than joy and merriment.” Traylor said now is a good time to think about what causes most of the stress and find ways to avoid it. She offered a few tips for coping with holiday stress and instead stay healthy and sane this year. continued on pag 5
Wednesday, December 5, 5:30 p.m. Tree Lighting at the Nakamura Clinic 33077 Alvarado-Niles Road in Union City
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Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, adapted and directed by Brian Allan Hobbs, is a song-filled holiday classic for the entire family. Miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, the curmudgeon everyone loves to hate; the ghost story of the Spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Future; the festive Fezziwigs; over 20 holiday songs in glorious choral harmony; dancing; the darling Cratchit family with the ever hopeful Tiny Tim; and an unrequited love story offer a memorable tale of human transformation that will steal your heart in this special time of the year.
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health insurance plans cover this test. The PFT is also routinely done to monitor disease progression.” The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program entails a two-hour session, twice a week for a two-month period. Medicare now allows patients to participate in pulmonary rehabilitation only once over their lifetime, but patients who took part in such a program prior to 2010 may be able to repeat the program. “We help our patients learn effective breathing techniques and muscle re-training exercises,” Harrington explains. “We also encourage them to incorporate more exercise into their daily lives. Building up their strength helps their lungs and hearts work more efficiently. We take ‘baby steps’ with them and start slowly. Sometimes they are surprised at what they can do after just a few weeks.” Harrington and Stortz also counsel their patients in other ways to maintain their health and avoid respiratory infections such as colds and the flu that can be more serious for people with COPD.
“All the general precautions for avoiding illness are even more important for people with COPD,” Stortz says. “Get plenty of rest. Drink lots of fluids. Eat a healthy diet. Exercise regularly. Wash your hands frequently and stay away from sick people. If you have allergies or asthma, make sure you follow your doctor’s treatment plan and take any medications as prescribed.” “If you have COPD and you do develop a respiratory infection in spite of everything, don’t wait to see your doctor,” she emphasizes. “Treating the illness quickly can help prevent serious complications.” For more information about the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Washington Hospital, visit www.whhs.com/pulmonary-rehabilitation/ or call 510-494-7025. For information about the Better Breathing for Life Club, Washington Hospital’s support group for people with chronic lung diseases including COPD, call 510-494-7025.
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Practice patience. Remember that everyone else is having the same experience you are trying to do too much in a short amount of time. Patience often wears thin. Slow down. If you have to go to the mall or the store during busy times, surrender to the long lines Plan ahead. Make lists so that you know what you need to buy and what you have to get done. Plan your schedule and allow more time for shopping and travel to avoid the need to rush. List your errands in order and plan your route so you can make a loop. That way you don’t waste time (and gas) backtracking. Stay hydrated. She said that may sound like an odd tip, but dehydration causes stress. The body and brain function more efficiently when water levels are adequate. She recommends drinking six to eight glasses of water a day. Get enough sleep. That may be hard during the holidays when normal routines are often interrupted, but it’s critical that you do. Maintain your usual sleep patterns and allow time to wind down before bedtime so you can get a good night’s sleep. Take a deep breath. According to Traylor, humans come with an innate ability for relaxation and calming. Slow deep breaths clear the mind and recharge the body. Filling the body with oxygen actually helps to calm you down. Eat right. The holidays are filled with many tempting treats. It’s fine to indulge in some, but you want to be careful about overdoing it. Unfortunately, stress often leads to overeating, so it creates a vicious cycle. Make sure you find room for plenty of fruits and vegetables because they provide
essential vitamins and minerals that help to strengthen the immune system and reduce stress. Make time for a workout. Exercise helps reduce stress and improve your overall sense of wellbeing. It also helps to avoid weight gain. Busy schedules may make it hard to get to the gym, but it doesn’t need to be a formal workout. Take a brisk walk or bike ride whenever you can fit it in. Be grateful. Research shows that an attitude of gratitude calms the body and elevates energy levels, according to Traylor. Grateful, optimistic people are actually healthier. Always thank people in writing, in person, or by phone for invitations and gifts. Create new traditions. If you dread the holidays, change what you do to celebrate them. When you spend time with the same relatives every year and don’t enjoy it, it may be time to do something different. It might mean creating new less stressful ways to celebrate or finding a new activity you can enjoy with friends and loved ones. It may just mean simplifying what you do. “Keep in mind the holidays are a time for remembrance, connection, and love,” Traylor added. “Decide to have a great holiday season with family, friends, and coworkers. Overlook disagreements by agreeing to disagree. Forgive and let go of the past. And if you find yourself struggling with old baggage, take a deep breath and focus on remembrance, connection, and love.” For information about programs and services that can help you and your loved ones stay healthy all year long, visit www.whhs.com.
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Health care returns to the home BY JULIE GRABOWSKI
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he image of a doctor grabbing his black bag and heading out to his patients’ homes has long been relegated to a bygone era. With advancements in treatment and technology it seemed to be an unarguable fact that in order to receive the best care, you needed to go to a physician’s office or hospital. But the house call is making its way back into the mainstream as an effective alternative for elderly and chronically ill patients. Home care serves to reduce time spent in hospitals and nursing homes while significantly lowering the cost to care for patients with multiple ongoing heath issues - a group that consumes over 50 percent of Medicare’s budget. The Independence at Home Act was established to address these needs. It allows those with Medicare to receive in-home services from doctors and nurse practitioners, provided that the care results in a minimum savings of five percent to Medicare with improved patient outcomes and satisfaction for both physician and patient. As a result, house calls are now available in hundreds of locations across the country including those living in the Bay Area.
Based in Palo Alto, Bay Area House Call Physicians was begun in 2006 by Dr. David Jones in order to better serve elderly, disabled, and home-bound patients. A graduate of the University of Southern California’s School of Medicine, Dr. Jones did his residency at Scripps-Mercy Hospital in San Diego and spent many years working in hospitals and providing hospice care. He has seen the difference taking care of people in their homes can make. He says that 9-1-1 is called for everything, and many people are in a constant rotation between home and hospital. Providing house calls keeps patients healthy and comfortable at home without the disturbing trips and travails of the hospital. “It allows you to maintain a patientcentered approach,” says Dr. Jones. He believes the house call re-establishes the doctor/patient/family relationship and provides an intimate knowledge of the patient’s environment. “It’s doing medicine the way I think we should do it,” is Dr. Jones’ simple explanation. “It’s like the bank robber: ‘Why do you rob banks? That’s where the money is.’ Why are you doing house calls? That’s where the sick people are,” says Dr. Jones. “It was really what my vision of medicine was.”
Abode Services rated ‘most effective’ SUBMITTED BY KATIE DERRIG In a recent announcement, nonprofit rater Philanthropedia listed Abode Services among the top nonprofits addressing homelessness in the entire San Francisco Bay Area, and the most effective of the East and South Bay nonprofits included. To determine its list of top nonprofits, Philanthropedia surveyed 100 Bay Area experts in the field of housing and homelessness. Each expert was asked to recommend the nonprofits they considered most effective in addressing the issue of homelessness in the Bay Area. According to the compiled results, Abode Services is the highest-rated nonprofit providing services in Alameda and Santa Clara Counties. In the opinions published online, one expert attributed the choice of Abode Services to their position as “a leader in providing supportive housing for homeless families and children.” Another remarked,
“Their continued growth and expansion of services is impressive.” In the 2012 fiscal year, Abode Services served 3,912 people in its housing, emergency shelter, and outreach programs. Abode Services Executive Director Louis Chicoine said of the recognition, “We are very proud to have received this vote of confidence from local experts in our field. Increasingly, what we hear from donors and stakeholders is a focus on results: they want to make sure that their donations translate directly into homes for homeless families and individuals. This recognition from Philanthropedia really inspires us to continue working on getting those results, and on ending homelessness here in our community.” To learn more about the Philanthropedia survey and how it was conducted, visit www.myphilanthropedia.org. To learn more about Abode Services and its mission and progress toward ending homelessness, visit www.abodeservices.org.
Bay Area House Call Physicians is comprised of Medical Director Dr. David Jones, MD; Sheila Nouchian, MD; Cecily FitzGerald, MD; and Nurse Practitioner Lily Lee. They have seen 2,200 patients and currently have about 400 active patients. Most visits are primary care, seeing patients every four to six weeks. Services include blood tests, changing pill boxes, flu vaccines, Vitamin B12 injections, wound care, mental status exams, home risk assessments, urine analysis, and joint injections, as well as testing with EKG, iSTAT, and CoaguChek. Bay Area House Call Physicians has expanded into Fremont, Newark, and Union City. Locations serviced are determined by the travel radius from the office; doctors need to be able to get to patients within 20 minutes. Appointments are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. “We’re out in the home and we’re centered on what their needs are,” says Dr. Jones. “The solution becomes much harder than writing a prescription or ordering a test. It’s got to fit in their world, it’s got to work. You’re always trying to adapt your treatment strategy.” To learn more about Bay Area House Call Physicians, call (650) 384-0986 or visit www.bahcp.com.
US lawmakers voice confidence in debt deal BY ANDREW TAYLOR ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON (AP), U.S. congressional leaders are expressing confidence they can reach a deal with President Barack Obama to head off the so-called “fiscal cliff” and the risk of a new recession. The top members of the House and Senate spoke at the White House after a session with Obama. At issue is a series of tax increases and spending cuts that could undermine the economy and slow job creation starting Jan. 1. House Speaker John Boehner and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell both said they offered higher tax revenue as part of a deal. Boehner said he outlined a framework that is consistent with Obama’s call for a balanced approach of both higher revenue and spending cuts. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said, quote, “We all know something has to be done.’’ Stocks on Wall Street rose after the meeting.
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Ballot Physiology 101 BY WILLIAM MARSHAK
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t ain’t over until the Registrar says it’s over! While politicians have either breathed a sigh of relief or experienced the angst of coming up short at the polls, no matter what you read or hear, the ballot count goes on. A visit to Alameda County Registrar of Voters Dave Macdonald at the Alameda County Courthouse confirms this as ballots cast for the November 6, 2012 election are still being recorded. Although media reports project winners and losers, the final say is with City Clerks and the County Recorder. “It’s a common misconception,” says Macdonald. “Tuesday comes, polls close and media predicts winners.” Throughout the emotions of Election Day, for Macdonald and his team, it is just the beginning. On the evening of elections, his staff is on duty until two or three o’-
Provisional Ballots represent another large number of ballots to be verified and counted. These are cast by people who decide to vote in a precinct other than where they are registered. For instance, if someone who lives in Livermore is in Berkeley for Election Day and decides to cast
clock in the morning and back at work at 8:30 a.m. the next day. “We work at least 10-12 hours every day - including Saturdays, Sundays and holidays - after that until our work is done.” All ballots are counted and, in California, roughly 54 percent of registered voters are listed as “permanent” vote by mail. A trend toward vote by mail is mirrored by a similar trend by these voters to drop off their ballot at their polling place on Election Day. “That’s okay, we would rather have them do that than wait until the last second and mail it; it can come in too late.” In this election, approximately 100,000 vote by mail bal-
lots were cast in this manner. “We began working on those Wednesday morning. Every single signature [on the envelope] is compared with registration records and verified through signature characteristics, ballots are sorted by precinct, envelopes are opened and ballots scanned. That is a lengthy and laborious process.” If a signature cannot be verified, the voter is informed that a new registration is required. As with any machine/human interaction, errors occur and when ballots are rejected, they are not discarded, rather are manually inspected. One very common error is called an “over vote” in which a “yes” and “no” vote are both marked. “If we can determine the voter intent, we will copy that ballot to a new ballot.” Macdonald says they average 1,500 of these errors every day.
their ballot there. That person cannot vote for local Berkeley contests, but they can cast a ballot for applicable contests. A special envelope is used with the name, address and signature of the voter. These ballots are set aside and processed after Election Day. In this election, Macdonald says they have 40,000 provisional ballots to count. Any changes to a ballot are checked, cross-checked and transferred manually to a new ballot. If a vote on the ballot is found to be defective, the rest of the votes on that ballot will be counted. In some cases, people write notes on the ballot or begin to make a mark which is obviously not their choice. Five teams of two correct these problems; this is called a “remake process.” Each ballot - original and duplicate - is stamped and numbered and each vote is called out as
the duplicate is filled in. Ballots are then switched and read back to their partner to verify this has been done correctly. Both ballots are stamped, numbered and initialed. “By law, we have 28 days to do all of this,” says Macdonald. “Although some large counties take the full 28 days to certify the election, Alameda County is probably the fastest to certify results.” Technically, the City Clerk is the election official for each city; all paperwork that relates to a city election is filed with the clerk and passed on to the County Registrar. “Basically, they contract with us to conduct the election.” The County also counts votes for state and federal elections as well. Each state has its own rules for conducting a presidential election. For instance in California there is no voter ID requirement at the polls; others have such constraints. Our certification goes to the Secretary of State who then takes care of the state and national process.
“This election was not unusual; in fact, it was a little lighter than four years ago. We had people coming to our office to vote and, at any one time, 20-30 people were in line. Four years ago, we had a line wrapped around the building.” With the systems in place, it is manageable. “The media tells you who won, but the Registrar of Voters never tells you who won until the results are certified. I am not in the prediction business; I am in the reporting business.” Concession and victory speeches are meaningless until the election is certified. “If you give a concession speech and you win, you are elected!” Any voter can request a recount within five days of certification but is required to pay for the service. “We have done recounts; quite a few of them. None of them have altered the outcome.” Asked about the counting process, Macdonald says, “I legally have to count every ballot.” During the election process, observers simply watch the process but are restricted from interacting. During a recount, those involved are more of a participant. Each ballot is scrutinized by each side of an issue and if there is disagreement, the Registrar makes the final decision. Recounts may be held while office is held by the certified winner. continued on pag 14
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Fremont Police Log Submitted by Fremont PD November 11 Officer Malcomson conducted a security check of the UPRR property near Tesla. He located a 55 year old adult male, Newark resident and probationer, who was stealing tie plates and rail anchors to be recycled for money. UPRR wanted the suspect arrested for theft and trespass. Officer Malcomson obliged.
November 12 Officers responded to the Boulevard Apartments to a reported possible dead body call. The daughter called and reported not being able to get in touch with her father who lives at the address. Officers entered the apartment and found a deceased 58 year old male in bed. Officer Franchi is investigating this Coroner’s case. 39300 block of Civic Center Dr. Fremont Fire responded to the apartment complex after a suspect set off a fire extinguisher in the hallway. This was the third occurrence within the past several months. Witnesses provided possible suspect identities, however a follow up investigation by Officer Chan and FTO Hanrahan determined that the identified subjects were not involved. November 13 CSO Codey is investigating a commercial burglary that occurred on Hannover Place involving multiple trailers. Officers responded to ascertain the problem at the Burger King on Mowry. The RP described the occupants of two vehicles in the parking lot were arguing. During the argument one of the subjects brandished a gun. Both vehicles were gone upon the officers arrival. Officer Candler is investigating. CSO Allen is investigating a residential burglary that occurred on Beard Street. CSO Allen is investigating a residential burglary that occurred on Johnson Court. 4200 block of Sedge. Multiple callers reported a male damaging mail boxes and kicking cars in the area. He was also overheard saying that he would kill an officer. Units arrived in the area, and based on descriptions and location, suspect that a local resident is the suspect. The suspect is not found in the area but his bike is located in front of his house. Due to previous threats against his father, a welfare check is determined necessary on the parents. A subject was seen moving around in the home but would not answer the door or phone calls. Suspecting that the parents may be in danger, Officers breach the door and find the parents standing in the entry area. Parents were uncooperative and denied the suspect was inside the home.
Newark Police Log Submitted by Newark PD November 14 Officer Novell responded to a residence on the 36700 block of Olive St. at 6:50 p.m. regarding a residential burglary. The investigation showed the suspects gained entry into the residence from a rear bathroom window. The suspects took the victim’s X-Box, I-Pad, and Sony Play Station. Also taken were two lap top computers. This case is still under investigation. November 15 At 5:15 p.m., ACSO Fire and NPD were dispatched to 35125 Newark Blvd the Bank of the West. A bank employee reported three suspicious
November 14 Residential burglary on the 3500 block of Alder, forced entry via front doors. No suspects at this time. Handled by Officer Hartman. ULTA (Fremont Hub) called about three black females that ran out of the store with three bags of fragrances committing a grand theft. They left in a non-descript SUV. Handled by Officer Piol. A white male adult, 45 yrs, 6’ tall, wearing a blue polo shirt and jeans came in to Dale Hardware and ran out of the store with a chainsaw. Officer Valdes locates an occupied stolen Toyota Camry out of San Mateo County on Omar St. and Blacow Rd. He attempts to stop the vehicle but the occupants flee on foot. They are eventually located in a nearby apartment and taken into custody. Officers were dispatched to investigate a commercial burglary at the Valero/Quiznos gas station on the 4900 block of Mowry Ave at approximately 4:45 a.m. When officers arrived they found that the suspect made entry via a window smash and took several cigarette boxes. November 15 A 32 yr old male suspect is driving his Tri-City rock cement truck e/b Automall and engages in road rage with a black Audi. The suspect intentionally rams the Audi with the cement truck pushing the Audi forward approximately 5 feet. Both drivers exit their vehicles and Suspect brandishes a hammer. The Audi driver runs back into his vehicle and Suspect punches the Audi driver three times in the face. The suspect then gets back into the cement truck, rams the Audi one more time for good measure, and then proceeds to Tri-City Rock. Suspect is arrested for assault with a deadly weapon and battery by Ofc. Mahboobi. Late reported robbery report in the 39900 block of Fremont Blvd. On Tuesday, a necklace was snatched from the neck of an elderly woman walking in the area. Ofc. Sasser investigating. Robbery at Walnut/Paseo. IPhone is taken at gunpoint. Suspect is described as Hispanic Male Adult, 26 yrs, Black hoody, with a small handgun. Residential Burglaries: 4800 block of Seneca Park- Ofc. Zargham investigating. 4400 block of Winding Lane. Entry was via bathroom window. CSO Codey investigating. 32400 block Lake Mask Pl - possible suspects two Black Male Adults driving a smaller gold Dodge car. 4500 blk Carol Ave - front door kick. No suspect info. Window smash commercial burglary at Auto Sound & Care, located on Osgood Ct. Ofcr Valdes investigating.
boxes in the parking lot just west of the business. ACSO Fire arrived on scene and found one of the boxes open. A check of the box found large chunks of concrete with rebar inside it. The other two boxes were sealed shut with packaging tape. ACSO felt the boxes were suspicious in nature and requested we call the ACSO Bomb Squad to examine the boxes. ACSO Bomb Team Commander Rocky Medeiros arrived on scene and conducted a search of the boxes and found they were all full of broken concrete pieces and nothing else. The boxes were taken into custody and destroyed. Any person with any information concerning these incidents can contact the non-emergency line at 510-578-4237. Information can also be left anonymously on the “silent witness” hotline at 510-578-4000, extension 500.
Having a Party? SUBMITTED BY NEWARK PD Make your gathering a successful, safe, and enjoyable event for everyone. Know who your guests are; do not send out blanket invitations through social media. Talk to your neighbors and ask them to call you if they experience any issues during your event. If you must leave your gathering, even for a short time, place a responsible adult in charge during your absence. If you plan to invite underage guests, do not allow drinking of alcoholic beverages inside or outside of your home. Go outside occasionally during the event to make sure the noise level is not excessive and that no undesirable activity is taking place.
Be considerate when playing music - sound can carry a long way, especially as background noise reduces into the evening. Most gatherings come and go without incident; however, the Police Department will become involved when: • Neighbors complain to us and/or a police officer on patrol observes criminal activity such as illegal parking, damage to property, or other unusual activity. • You call because the gathering has gone beyond your ability to control. Repeated calls to the same disturbance takes officers away from more important duties, which creates a drain on your Department’s limited personnel resources and could result in a fine levied against the party’s host.
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A day at the races SUBMITTED BY JOHN ANYOSA Just in time for the holidays, Alameda County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) will host a day at the races at the Golden Gate Fields Race Track. This will be an opportunity to raise some much-needed funds for our program, so we can serve more youth, and to showcase our work to those who join us on Sunday, December 9, 2012. There will be a short video and informational presentation on CASA from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. in the Bay View Lounge. Bring friends and family and enjoy a Sunday afternoon at the stylish Turf Club for an all-you-can-eat buffet, follow the form and place a few bets, if you are so inclined. Please spread the word and encourage others to attend. A third of the proceeds will go toward our program. Tickets must be purchased in advance: $45 per adult; $25 for ages 17 and under.
Tickets will not be available on the day. The ticket includes valet parking, Turf Club admission and reserved seating, daily racing program, Turf Club buffet, tax and tip for the food servers and a race named in CASA’s honor. Please note that the Turf Club admission gates open at 11 a.m. and that the Turf Club buffet is available from 11:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. The first race is scheduled for 12:45 p.m. For more information, call John Anyosa at (408) 679-9041 or email JAnyosa@acgov.org. For directions, visit www.GoldenGateFields.com CASA Day at the Races Sunday, Dec 9 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Golden Gate Fields Turf Club 1100 Eastshore Frontage Road, Berkeley (408) 679-9041 JAnyosa@acgov.org
Participate in Apps Challenge 2012 SUBMITTED BY GUY ASHLEY Alameda County invites everyone - the civic-minded, the technologically-savvy and everyone in between - to participate in the Alameda County Apps Challenge 2012, a unique day-long event that will challenge residents to harness the power of technology and open government to create web and mobile applications that benefit the community. Alameda County Apps Challenge 2012 will be held 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday December 8, 2012, at the Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Avenue, Castro Valley, just two blocks from BART. “Got Code?’’ is the theme of the event, the first Alameda County-sponsored marathon of technology collaboration - known in some circles as a “hackathon,’’ “hack day,’’ “hack fest,’’ or “code fest.’’ With such events sweeping the nation, participants have even been branded a “Peace Corps for Geeks’’ who see the App-creating marathons as a way to “engage in a new kind of public service.’’ Alameda County has already opened the floor to residents interested in the Apps Challenge - and the community’s creative juices are flowing. Ideas submitted by residents to the Apps Challenge website include: “A gps-based app to report (hazards like) hurt squirrels or deer on the road, and give heads-up to other drivers that are driving close by,” and “an app that shows tourists what to do.’’ A Grand Prize of $3,000 will be awarded for the most creative and practical application or concept created at the Apps Challenge. A Second Place Prize of $1,500 and a Third Place Prize of $500 will be offered as well. Possible objectives of an Apps Challenge entry could be to improve civic engagement, and promote digital education and literacy. Alameda County’s event seeks to bring a new local spin on a “hackathon” phenomenon that has a foothold in mostly urban centers. Organizers hope bringing the Apps Challenge to Castro Valley will tap the enthusiasm of tech-savvy communities at the County’s south and eastern edges - many on the doorstep to Silicon Valley - and motivate residents to showcase their own ideas or collaborate with others to create software apps or concepts that address unique community needs. Alameda County Apps Challenge 2012 is an offshoot of the Alameda County Data Sharing Initiative, in which a robust online data portal has been set up at http://data.acgov.org to provide the public with easy-to-access links to public information about County government. Available information includes complete records of 2012 crime reports taken by the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office, data about restaurant inspections and information about local parks and transit districts, and much more. The new project marks the latest step in Alameda County’s commitment to government transparency and public participation. Organizers of the Apps Challenge see the event as a great way to raise public awareness about the Data Sharing Initiative and to spark creative ideas that demonstrate the powerful potential of technology in showcasing important public information. The cost to participate in the Alameda County Apps Challenge is $15 for general admission and $10 for students and seniors. Government employees can participate for free. To register go to: http://code.acgov.org. For more about the Alameda County Apps Challenge 2012, go to http://code.acgov.org. For information about the Alameda County Data Sharing Initiative, go to http://data.acgov.org.
Deadline extended for drawing contest SUBMITTED BY OHLONE FOR KIDS Win four Ohlone for Kids (OFK) summer classes (Value: $400) and be featured on the cover of the 2013 OFK schedule (Value: Priceless). NO ENTRY FEE. Entries must be from students in grades 3-10. Previous OFK class attendance and participation is NOT required. For more info and guidelines visit www.ohloneforkids.com. Extended Deadline: November 30, 2012 by 5:00 p.m.
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History
Washington Township, 1950
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he writers of the History of Washington Township noted that their 1950 edition “represents the end of an era the passing of Washington Township.” They included a section entitled “The Township, 1950” that describes some of the features of the time and acknowledged that “today’s civilization, education, welfare services, industries, and
Niles Super Market, the Centerville Theater, and the Ellsworth Building. Water was still a problem. Residents were waiting for Governor Warren to sign a bill to finance a survey of the water situation. Army engineers were studying Alameda Creek for flood control. Road districts were still very
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churches stand upon the foundation built by the pioneers.” Eight towns were still the divisions of Washington Township. They had survived several “haphazard attempts to incorporate” and were facing the ultimate incorporation of the whole township. Physically, the Township had changed very little, but Alameda Creek was now impounded by Calaveras Dam. The creek went dry each summer but sometimes flooded from winter rains. Stivers Lagoon was now under cultivation and Tule Pond diminished. Population increases and changes had been constant since the gold rush days, growing from 2,000 in 1860 to about 20,000 in 1950. There were few minority people but they contributed their values to the Township. The Portuguese were the only nationality, “other than American” in any appreciable number. Many people had come from Oklahoma and Arkansas between 1930 and 1950 and were now an “appreciable percentage of the population.” Agriculture was still an enormous industry in the Township. Lee Williams was farming 600 acres, growing cauliflower, tomatoes, peas and lettuce. His brother, Burdette, was farming a large
community progress and were again supporting a movement to organize a Township Chamber. Niles and Centerville residents were again discussing where southern Alameda County buildings should be located. The two towns were competing for a proposed structure. Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Salvation Army, USO, Travelers Aid and youth centers were sharing a budget of $6,000. The Red Cross, March of Dimes and cancer drives were prominent fund raisers. Active organizations included the Country Club of Washington Township, University of California Club, Men’s Club, Washington Township Community Concert Association, Catholic Daughters of America, Knights of Columbus, and Toyon Branch, of the Children’s Hospital. There were also some fraternal organizations that had withstood the passage of time and changing conditions. Several Portuguese societies were still very active.
Williams packing crew
important to residents. Bridges had recently been built in Niles Canyon and on Marsh Creek Road, but Warm Springs had been cut off from the water by the closing of two bridges at Warm Springs. Completion of the six-lane Oakland - San Jose freeway was anticipated. County welfare services had been expanded, supplemented by several local organizations. Roland Bendel was still foreman of the Mosquito Abatement District which battled the mosqui-
Writers of the History of Washington Township concluded their 1950 summary by noting that the people of Washington Township have always been a cultural part of the county, with schools, art, churches and gracious homes. Its people have understood the importance of long-range planning. Many people have considered this a favored spot on earth and “so do we.”
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acreage and had a packing shed in Irvington. There were still about 40 dairies here, but some were leasing their lands for crops and bringing their dairy food in from other places. Poultry, rabbits, vineyards, and green tomatoes helped make the Township the food basket for the Bay Area. Many of the historic industries were gone, but so many remained that they had to be presented in tabular form. California Pottery, Pacific States Steel and several others were still shipping products near and far. Industrial employment was high and the unions were “closed shop.” Each town had its quota of markets, garages, theaters, restaurants, department stores, banks, dress shops, mortuaries, drug stores and even cocktail bars. Modern buildings included P.C. Hansen,
toes. Traffic, was always creating problems and kept officers challenged. Judges Allen G. Norris and E. A. Quaresma were serving as Justice of the Peace. Housing was still a major problem in spite of the tracts being built. Each district had its own school buildings. Washington High School had 34 teachers, 742 day pupils and 600 in the evening adult school. Each town had its own public library. The Township Register had moved into the P. C. Hansen Niles building in 1949. George Oakes was publishing the Washington News. The two papers competed for subscribers. Residents had voted to create a Township hospital district in 1948 and were searching for ways to get a local hospital built. Town chambers had considered many questions of
PHILIP HOLMES PEEK INTO THE PAST www.museumoflocalhistory.org Photos courtesy of The Museum of Local History
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Christmas fundraiser SUBMITTED BY BABPA The Bay Area Black Pilots Association (BABPA) will hold its annual Christmas Fundraiser Banquet on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at the Doubletree Hotel by Hilton, Berkeley. This year, the well-attended event, from 6 p.m. until 11 p.m., will feature Tuskegee Airmen from the William “Bill” Campbell Chapter, a guest speaker and raffle door prizes. Brother Jaye Studios will be the official photographer and Take About Productions will provide the entertainment. There will be a no-host bar from 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. Tickets, at $70 per person, must be purchased in advance. None will be available on the door. Contact Greg Scott at (650) 281-
4421 or Margie Brown at (510) 467-9511. Funds raised will be used to help educate and train youth and to promote awareness of opportunities and career paths in the field of aviation. BABPA is a non-profit organization. Donations may also be sent to the Bay Area Black Pilots Association, Inc., 22655 Skywest Drive, Hayward, CA 94541. For more information about the Bay Area Black Pilots Association, visit www.babpa.net. Christmas Fundraiser Banquet Saturday, Dec 8 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. Doubletree Hotel by Hilton Berkeley Marina 200 Marina Blvd., Berkeley (510) 467-9511 www.babpa.net
It’s Not Too Late: Get Your Flu Shot BY DR. STEPHEN PARODI, KAISER PERMANENTE REGIONAL CHIEF OF INFECTIOUS DISEASE It is that time of year again. Kids come home with fevers and coworkers try and fight off their flu symptoms while at work. One of the best ways to protect yourself and your family however is with the flu vaccination. Why get a flu shot? The flu is more serious than the common cold, so do everything you can to prevent it. On average, 36,000 Americans die each year of the flu. Symptoms often include fever and chills, muscle or body aches, headaches, coughing, sore throat, exhaustion, and diarrhea. Most flu-related deaths can be prevented by immunization however. A flu shot (or the nasal spray version) is your best defense. The vaccine is safe, won’t make you sick, and generally has few side effects. Kaiser Permanente members can call 1-800-KP-FLU-11 or visit kp.org/flu for details on free flu clinics. Do I need a shot every year? The flu virus changes often and the protection from the vaccine only lasts for about a year. If you’re not immunized against this year’s expected virus strains, you and those around you are at risk for getting the flu. That’s why you should get a flu shot every year, preferably in the fall. It usually takes 2 weeks to develop immunity. That’s why you need to get your shot before the flu season begins. If you have flu-like symptoms after receiving the flu shot, it can mean your body is mounting an immune response to the vaccine itself or you were infected with the flu or one of the many other respiratory viruses circulating in the community before the vaccine had a chance to work. Who should get a flu shot? The flu shot helps prevent you from getting the flu and from spreading it to others. Even healthy people can develop serious complications or even die from the flu - so protect yourself and your loved ones by getting vaccinated. The Centers for Disease Control now recommends vaccination for everyone 6 months or older. Those most at risk for flu-related complications include: • people 50 years and older • children 6 months through 4 years old • women who are or will be pregnant during flu season • people with chronic medical conditions or weakened immune systems • people who live in nursing homes and other long-term care centers • health care workers • people who live with or care for anyone at high risk for flu-related complications The flu vaccine helps prevent complications including bacterial pneumonia, ear infections, sinus infections, dehydration, and worsening of chronic medical conditions, such as congestive heart failure, asthma, or diabetes. Does my child need a flu shot? Children can spread the flu easily to adults and other children. Getting vaccinated also helps protect infants (who cannot receive a flu shot), pregnant women, the elderly, and people with chronic conditions. What else can I do to prevent the flu? Wash your hands frequently with soap and water or an alcohol-based cleaner, especially if you have sneezed or coughed. Also, cover your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze, preferably with your upper sleeve and not your hands to help prevent passing the flu along. And if you are sick, stay home. If you have a fever, wait at least 24 hours after your fever is gone without the use of a fever-reducing medicine before returning to work or school.
Milpitas High School Book Drive SUBMITTED BY JAMIE LAM Got unused books? Donate them to Milpitas High School’s Annual Book Drive! Partnering with African Library Project, this year’s books will create a library for a high school in Ghana. We’re looking for books at pre-school to 8th grade reading levels. Our goals are to collect 1,000 books and raise $500 to ship those books to Ghana. For more information on how you can help, contact us at bookclubofmhs@gmail.com or visit http://www.africanlibraryproject.org/bookdrives/book-drives-in-action?alpdetail=292. Milpitas High School Book Drive Nov 13 to Jan 25, 2013 All day Milpitas High School 1285 Escuela Parkway, Milpitas (408) 318-8458 bookclubofmhs@gmail.com http://www.africanlibraryproject.org/book-drives/bookdrives-in-action?alpdetail=292
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Warm Springs BART extension tunnel complete SUBMITTED BY LUNA SALAVER
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ver 400 hundred local residents, elected officials and regional transportation leaders toured the recently completed underground subway portion of the BART Warm Springs extension project during a milestone celebration event Friday, October 26 at Fremont’s Central Park. The subway tunnel, which runs under Lake Elizabeth, was designed to preserve the integrity of the park, leaving the local gem whole and uninterrupted once construction is complete. The tunnel, which runs longer than 15 football fields and required 70,000 cubic yards of poured reinforced concrete, took three years to complete. Once in operation, it will take BART trains, travelling an average speed of just under 70 mph, about 50 seconds to travel the new subway and come out the other side. “The tunnel is truly awe inspiring and it was a privilege to show it off to the community and provide an up-close look at how their tax dollars are being spent,” said BART Director Tom Blalock, who has spearheaded this project.
Cal prosecutors seek to jum p start death penalty BY PAUL ELIAS ASSOCIATED PRESS SAN FRANCISCO (AP) Earlier this year, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected Robert Fairbank’s appeal of his death sentence for the 1985 rape and murder of college student Wendy Cheek. With that rejection, Fairbank joined at least 13 other death row inmates who have completed the decades-long capital punishment appeals process and are eligible for execution. Nonetheless, none of the 14 death row inmates who have “exhausted” their appeals will receive a lethal injection any time soon - even though 53 percent of the California electorate reinforced its support of the death penalty with the rejection of Proposition 34 on Nov. 6. Lawsuits in federal and state courts have halted executions since January 2006 and it will take months, maybe years, to resolve the litigation. Judges have ordered a halt to executions and lawyers with the state’s attorney general’s office have promised not to pursue any executions until the cases are resolved. Still, a growing number of prosecutors, law enforcement officials and capital punishment proponents are pushing for the quick resumption of execution, citing the defeat of Proposition 34 as a mandate from the voters. They’re calling for an end-run around the legal hang ups, calling for the scrapping of the three-drug lethal injection at the center of the litigation and replacing it with a single-drug execution. Six other states have already abandoned the threedrug process and adopted the single-drug execution. In recent months, Los Angeles County District Attorney Steve Cooley and San Mateo County District Attorney Steve Wagstaffe have formally asked local judges for death warrants for three death row inmates and an order to execute them with a single, lethal dose of pentobarbital, a drug previously used to euthanize animals. But a Los Angeles judge rejected Cooley’s motion and Wagstaffe is expecting the same treatment in San Mateo Superior Court, conceding his legal maneuver to have Fairbank’s executed soon is more symbolic than realistic. “I am simply trying to get the system moving,’’ Wagstaffe said. “I’m trying to shake the tree a little bit to get people to pay attention. He does deserve death for what he did to Wendy Cheek.’’ Fairbank has been on death row since 1989, the other 13 inmates eligible for execution have been there longer, including Stevie Fields who arrived in 1979. Fields was convicted that same year of going on a “one-man crime spree” around the USC campus that included the rape and murder of a student librarian two weeks after his parole from prison on a manslaughter conviction. Others on the list of inmates ready for execution include Michael Morales, who came within hours of his execution for the rape and murder of a teen before a judge blocked it in 2006 because of his lawsuit. Morales alleges the state’s process for administering the three-drug lethal cocktail is so flawed that inmates run the risk of suffering cruel and unusual punishment. continued on pag 35
This milestone helps paves the way toward a grand opening of the new Warm Springs/South Fremont station in late 2015. The Warm Springs Extension will add 5.4 miles of new tracks from the existing Fremont Station south to a new station in the Warm Springs District of the City of Fremont. The extension project, currently on-time and onbudget, is the first step toward seamlessly connecting BART passengers to Silicon Valley. Neighbors to the area, who have graciously endured the inconveniences of the construction, were invited to join elected officials and community leaders on a once-in-a-lifetime tour of the underground tunnel. Participants were given a commemorative “I walked the Warm Springs Subway” button. Director Blalock thanked BART partners who have been working together for more than 20 years to make the project a reality, “This has been a journey of collaboration and willingness to seek creative ways to bridge our differences,” Director Blalock said. “From hand carrying fish and turtles into a safe place while the lake was drained, to building a new dog park and basketball court for the community, this project has truly been a community partnership.”
W al-M art and Target:A tale of 2 discounters BY ANNE D’INNOCENZIO AP RETAIL WRITER NEW YORK (AP) This holiday season, the biggest discount chains in the U.S. will tell the tale of two very different shoppers: those that have and those that have not. Wal-Mart Stores Inc., the world’s largest retailer, on Thursday acknowledged that its low-income shoppers continue to struggle in the economy and issued an outlook for the fourth quarter - which encompasses the holiday shopping period — that falls below Wall Street estimates. On the same day, its smaller rival Target Corp., which caters to more affluent shoppers, said it expects results during the quarter to exceed the Street’s projections. The two discounters offer valuable insight into how Americans will spend in November and December, a period that’s traditionally the busiest shopping period of the year. Some merchants depend on the holiday shopping season for up to 40 percent of their annual sales, but economists watch the period closely to get a temperature reading on the overall mood of American consumers. The forecasts seem to confirm a trend that has taken shape during the economic downturn. Wellheeled shoppers spend more freely as the economy begins to show new signs of life, while consumers in the lower-income brackets continue to hold tight to their purse strings even as the housing and stock markets rebound. Wal-Mart and Target both are discounters, but they cater to different customers. Wal-Mart, which says its customers’ average household income ranges from $30,000 to $60,000, hammers its low-price message and focuses on stocking basics like tee shirts and underwear along with household goods. But Target, whose customers have a median household income of $64,000 a year, is known for carrying discounted designer clothes and home decor under the same roof as detergent and dishwashing liquid. Even the tone that the retailers struck on Thursday was different. Charles Holley, Wal-Mart’s chief financial officer, told reporters during a call that the retailer’s customers still are worried about high unemployment and higher basic costs for things like gas. He said he also worries that they also will have some anxiety over big tax increases and spending cuts - known as the “fiscal cliff” - that will take effect in January unless Congress and the White House reach a budget deal by then. “Macroeconomic conditions continue to pressure our customers,” Holley said. Meanwhile, Gregg Steinhafel, Target’s chairman and president, told investors: “We feel good about our ability to deliver inspiring merchandise, mostwanted gifts, and unbeatable value, while also generating expected profitability.” The fortunes of the two retailers have changed during the economic downturn. Wal-Mart at first fared well during the slowdown as affluent shoppers traded down to its stores. But the company eventually began to lose some of its core low-income shoppers in the process. The company, based in Bentonville, Ark., posted nine consecutive quarters of revenue declines in its U.S. namesake business as it moved away from its lowest prices strategy and got rid of thousands of basic items its core customers covet in an effort to de-clutter the stores. continued on pag 14
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Washington Hospital Recognized SUBMITTED BY CLAYTON WARREN Washington Hospital is once again receiving top recognition for outstanding patient care, according to a new report from Healthgrades, the leading provider of information to help consumers make an informed decision about a physician or hospital. The American Hospital Quality Outcomes 2013: Healthgrades Report to the Nation, evaluates how approximately 4,500 hospitals nationwide performed on risk-adjusted mortality and complication rates for nearly 30 of the most common conditions treated and procedures performed from 2009 through 2011. “We are proud to be among a select group of hospitals to receive these prestigious recognitions for our continuing efforts to provide excellent patient care,” said Washington Hospital Chief Executive Officer Nancy Farber. “These awards are a result of our team’s hard work and commitment to our patients and community.” “Every employee, physician and volunteer at Washington Hospital has played an important role in making the designation possible,” she noted. Hospital outcomes and complication rates are important in the eyes of consumers making choices today about their healthcare. According to new research conducted by Harris Interactive for Health-
grades, 90 percent of Americans in 27 top designated market areas agree they would be more likely to choose-or not choose-a hospital if they could learn ahead of time their chances of complications for a certain procedure. Washington Hospital’s Notable Healthgrades recognitions include: America’s Best 100 Hospitals Only Recipient of the Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement(tm) in the Bay Area* for 2 Years in a Row (2012-2013) Orthopedics Only Recipient of the Healthgrades Joint Replacement Excellence Award(tm) in the Bay Area* for 7 Years in a Row (2007-2013) Ranked Best in the Bay Area* for Joint Replacement for 4 Years in a Row (2010-2013) Five-Star Recipient for Joint Replacement for 8 Years in a Row (2006-2013) Five-Star Recipient for Total Knee Replacement for 8 Years in a Row (2006-2013) Five-Star Recipient for Total Hip Replacement for 10 Years in a Row (2004-2013) Neurosciences Five-Star Recipient for Neurosurgery in 2013
Judge OKs sale of former Solyndra headquarters BY RANDALL CHASE AP BUSINESS WRITER WILMINGTON, Del. (AP), Nov 15 - A Delaware bankruptcy judge has approved the sale of failed solar power company Solyndra’s former headquarters to Seagate Technology for about $90 million. The judge approved the sale Thursday. Solyndra received a $528 million loan from the Obama administration to build the Fremont,
Calif., headquarters that is 412,000 square feet. Last month, the judge overruled government objections and approved Solyndra’s bankruptcy exit plan, under which taxpayers will recover little if anything. Government lawyers are appealing that ruling. It allows two private equity funds that control Solyndra to potentially reap hundreds of millions of dollars in tax breaks after Solyndra emerges from bankruptcy, using the company’s net operating losses to offset future income.
A new sound for emergency response BY KENNY JACOBY We’ve all seen them around, and we’ve definitely all heard them. But what are the green and white ambulances - sirens and horns blaring - doing in place of the previous ambulances? The new ambulances belong to Paramedics Plus, exclusive Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Ambulance Transport Provider for Alameda County. Paramedics Plus emerged in Alameda County November 1, 2011, serving the county population, except for the cities of Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, and Piedmont. Paramedics Plus through its parent organization, East Texas Medical Center Regional Healthcare System (ETMC), also serves 3.6 million people in Oklahoma, Florida, and Indiana. American Medical Response (AMR) had been the sole EMS provider for Alameda County since 1990 but advancements and improvements in the field created new performance expectations and reevaluation of the contract. The result was the introduction of Paramedics Plus in Alameda County. This change put an end to the red, white, and blue vans, replacing them with green and teal-striped biodiesel units with large, box-shaped patient compartments. However, most Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) and paramedics staffing the new Paramedics Plus ambulances are former AMR employees. Paramedics Plus is a non-profit healthcare system that has promised to cap its profits in Alameda County at seven percent annually. Stringent response times are also paramount in the new organization’s goals. In October 2009, the most recent month at the time of Paramedics Plus’ proposal, a response time of ten minutes or less was met 92.92 percent of the time in their Florida operations, and 92.58 percent of the time in their Oklahoma operations. Dispatched by the Alameda County Emergency Regional Communication Center, operated by the Alameda County Fire Department, a novel feature of Paramedic Plus commitment to cutting edge technology is the Mobile Area Routing and Vehicle Location Information System (MARVLIS). MARVLIS is designed to save time and money by positioning assets at the right place at the right time. MARVLIS uses GPS and geographic information system (GIS) technology combined with mathematical precision to build a system status plan for ambulance placement. This means using traffic, geography, population, and demand density data to strategically place ambulances at locations where they are most likely to be needed. Optimal unit placement helps Paramedics Plus to consistently meet its response-time standards. In addition to MARVLIS, Paramedics Plus also utilizes MARVLIS Client, an in-vehicle system that maps the locations of both the ambulance and the incident, providing drivers with an optimal route to reach the scene or hospital, while simultaneously providing updates on the status of a victim. The Paramedic Plus contract in Alameda County extends until October 31, 2016, with a 5-year extension option at the discretion of the county. To learn more about Alameda County’s new EMS ambulance transport provider, visit www.paramedicsplus.com.
Wage garnishment bill signed into law SUBMITTED BY JEFF BARBOSA Governor Jerry Brown has signed a bill, authored by Assemblymember Bob Wieckowski (D-Fremont), to enable low-income earners facing wage garnishment to keep a little more money to make ends meet. AB 1775 provides a modest increase on the amount of wages that are exempt from wage garnishment. Current law only protects $217.50 per week.
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DuPont Science essay competition SUBMITTED BY TARA STEWART How do we as a global population respond to the major challenges facing the world? The DuPont Challenge calls for middle and high school students across the United States, Canada and U.S. territories to address these crucial issues through original science essays, which may be submitted at thechallenge.dupont.com starting November 15. For the 27th year, this premier writing competition encourages students to research and propose solutions to global concerns using Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), and will award students and teachers in an expanded number of categories. As the world population continues to grow and become more connected than ever, The DuPont Challenge now asks students to take a solutionsfocused approach and address one of four categories in their 700-1,000-word science essay: Together, we can feed the world. Together, we can build a secure energy future. Together, we can protect people and the environment. Together, we can be innovative anywhere. “If we are to keep America at the cutting edge of scientific discovery and technological innovation, we need to inspire students and teachers to share in our excitement for seeking STEM-based solutions to global challenges,” said Ellen Kullman, DuPont chair and CEO. “With its new format, The DuPont Challenge provides an excellent opportunity for students to demonstrate how their problem-solving skills can contribute toward a healthy, safe and prosperous society through scientific research, invention and innovation.” Essays will continue to be judged in two divisions: Junior Division (grades 7, 8 and 9) and Sen-
ior Division (grades 10, 11 and 12). Divisional winners will be chosen from each of the four essay categories - eight winners total. Out of those eight winners, a grand prize winner, first runner-up and two finalists will be chosen for each division. The grand prize winners receive a $5,000 U.S. Savings Bond, and the first runners-up receive a $3,000 U.S. Savings Bond. The four finalists each receive a $1,000 U.S. Savings Bond. Honorable mentions in both divisions each receive a $200 U.S. Savings Bond as well. All winners receive digital reference materials and apps from Britannica Digital Learning and the NBC Learn Science Collection for both their personal use and for their entire school. In addition, the grand prize winner and first runner-up from each division receive an expensespaid Awards Trip to The Walt Disney World(r) Resort and Kennedy Space Center in Florida. NASA will provide an exclusive tour of the Kennedy Space Center and host an awards luncheon in honor of the winning students and teachers. Sponsoring teachers of all eight winners also receive an expenses-paid trip to the 2014 NSTA (National Science Teachers Association) National Conference. Teachers of the grand prize winners receive a $600 teaching grant; teachers of the first runners-up receive a $500 teaching grant, and teachers of finalists receive a $200 teaching grant. Student entries will be accepted via online submission from November 15, 2012, to January 31, 2013. For more information, including official rules, entry form, details on awards, and additional media, please visit thechallenge.dupont.com. The 2013 DuPont Challenge Science Essay Competition is sponsored by DuPont in collaboration with A+ Media, Britannica Digital Learning, NASA, NBC Learn, National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), and the Walt Disney World(r) Resort.
Preparing for Thanksgiving SUBMITTED BY LEAGUE OF VOLUNTEERS The freezers are empty and ready; Tri-Cities League of Volunteers (LOV) is waiting for 320 turkeys & 80 hams... so far there are none. Last year, 5,485 were served either at the Newark Pavilion or to the homebound in Fremont, Newark, Union City, Hayward, San Leandro, San Lorenzo and Castro Valley. Besides turkeys, there is need for: 500 pies (all kinds - not just pumpkin), 600 oval aluminum roasting pans, 250 loaves of sandwich bread and all the other ingredients to make it a memorable Thanksgiving holiday for those who would spend the day alone and those who do not have the resources, either money or shelter, to enjoy the traditional Thanksgiving meal and fellowship. This is a joint effort by “Partner’s In Giving”, 31Tri-City & Hayward service agencies who will offer an afternoon of good food, entertainment, and children’s crafts. In addition we will try to give a free bag of food to every guest, depending on donations received. In order to make it easier for guests without transportation, volunteers will be personally picked up in Fremont, Newark and Union City. All guests have to do is call LOV’s Program Director, Joanne Paletta, at 491-3799 (cell ) to dispatch a “Turkey Taxi” for a ride. For those who are homebound, meals will be delivered. For homebound meals call LOV at 793-5683. DONATIONS NEEDED Hams (boneless/pre-cooked), turkeys, canned
chicken broth, yams, string beans & corn, cooked pies, sliced pickles, black olives, cookies, take home meal containers, instant mashed potato mix, oval aluminum roasting pans, butter (both patties & cubes), Chinette divided dinner plates, dessert plates, baked pies, brown sugar, grocery bags, large lunch bags, mayonnaise packets, sandwich bread, sandwich bags, dinner rolls, coffee (regular & decaf ), tablecloths, dinner napkins, sliced pie containers, mini marshmallows, baby food, bottled water, styrofoam coffee cups, paper towels, turkey roasting bags, charcoal, charcoal lighter, aluminum foil and Saran Wrap. Monetary donations are very welcome to purchase what is not donated. Checks should be payable to LOV, marked “for Thanksgiving” and mailed to 36120 Ruschin Drive, Newark, CA 94560. Your donation is tax deductable - our 501c 3 Federal ID # is 94-2638329. We expect the need to be as great this year. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED There are many opportunities to give of yourself this holiday. From November 20 through November 22 - you can: cook a turkey or ham - carve prepare dressing, or mashed potatoes- bake pies deliver homebound meals - pick up donations pack food bags set tables - decorate - serve dinner clean up - and more. Thanksgiving Dinner will be held on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 22, 12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information, visit: www.lov.org or call LOV at (510) 793-5683
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Students help Dominican Sisters’ Music Program
SUBMITTED BY KRISHNASWAMY NARASIMHAN Youth Service Through Cultural Arts (YSTCA), http://www.ystca.org, is a group started by four-11th graders - Divya Mohan, Gopal Ravindran, Ashwin Srikant, and Vignesh Thyagarajan - to showcase and utilize the music and other cultural talents of Bay Area youths, for noble causes in the community. All from different high schools from around the Bay Area (Mission San Jose High and Irvington High in Fremont, Lynbrook High in San Jose and Cupertino High in Cupertino) and all advanced students of Indian Classical music, their passion for music brought them together to organize an all-day music and dance event, Saturday, December 8, to raise funds for the music programs offered by the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose (DSMSJ). Established in 2006, the Dominican Schools Music Project brings music instruction to 1,700 students in six Bay Area schools, affiliated with the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose. Of these six schools, three serve predominately low income families. Through partnerships with each school, they provide every child with twice
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weekly, year-long, sequential and comprehensive music instruction, opportunities to study vocal and instrumental music in on-site after school programs, professional concerts, school and community performances, and summer camp opportunities. The music program was started with funding from May and Stanley Smith Foundation. But the initial funding is decreasing, and schools cannot support the program on their budgets alone. YSTCA aims to a help the Dominican Sisters enhance musical activities and encourage young talents in classical Indian music and dance. This day-long program will feature classical music and dance programs by students from 15 Bay area schools. Guest of honor will be Fremont Vice-Mayor, Ms. Anu Natarajan. Benefit for Dominican Sisters’ Music Program Saturday, Dec 8 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 43326 Mission Blvd., Fremont (in Chapel Auditorium) http://www.ystca.org Event is free of charge, but donations are greatly appreciated.
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Tri-City Stargazer NOVEMBER 21 – NOV 27, 2012 BY VIVIAN CAROL For All Signs: Mercury, planet of communications, shifts back to forward motion on the 26th of November. Normally as this planet changes direction, there are flurries of changes in plan, shifts on the calendar, and unexpected twists or turns of daily events. This particular Mercury retrograde began on the evening of Election Day. That suggested information, ballots, and communication errors related to computers and those who run them. Now that Mercury is turning direct, we may see the beginning of the Election Day dust devil coming to settle. When it returns to the original location where it went retrograde, we should have preliminary answers to all the questions generated during the election. The full answers will not be final until Dec. 13 and even then the information is suspicious. Aries (March 21-April 20): Your warrior self is front and center during this period. The best use of this energy is on behalf of the Greater Good or for another person who needs a champion. Use that energy with thoughtful intentionality. Your reflexes may be off kilter. Ground your adrenalin rush with heavy exercise. Taurus (April 21-May 20): Venus, your ruling planet, has entered the 7th house of relationships. She brings improvements in clientele, social life, and partnerships. It is possible that you will be considering the possibility of taking your primary relationship to the next level of commitment. It is a very good time to heal relationship wounds. Gemini (May 21-June 20): This Mercury retrograde experience is occurring in the territory of health, coworkers, tenants, employees, and pets. You may have found it very hard to progress with your diet and exercise program. As Mercury shifts into forward gear at the end of the week, activities in these areas of life will improve.
Cancer (June 21-July 21): Early in Nov. we experienced a new moon eclipse in your 5th house of children/play/love affairs. Next week there is a full moon eclipse in your 12th (hidden) house. You are somehow caught between the need to play, be open, and a deeper need to keep your secrets to yourself. It may feel tumultuous, but the intensity will decrease during December. Leo the Lion (July 22-Aug 22): You may be surprised to discover something about yourself or your money/debts that you have been avoiding. We are all in denial sometimes. Don’t waste time on a guilt trip. Now that you know, it is time to face the facts and collect the threads of a solution. This is not a good time to have a sexual encounter with someone unknown to you. Virgo the Virgin (August 23-September 22): This Mercury retrograde has been focused specifically on communications, neighbors, siblings, and others who are in your daily environment. Your car might have needed attention. As the retrograde energy shifts directions you will be less likely to have problems
with communications and can move forward with greater ease. Libra (September 23-October 22): Events of this week trigger your sense of compassion and draw you into the desire to assist in the healing of another. As you live into this experience, you will discover that having compassion also heals you. Your spirit is lifted. Don’t ignore the call. Scorpio (October 23-November 21): Plan to work and play alone during this period. You likely will be feeling restless and generally tense. Your patience could be short and you might say things you'll wish you hadn't. You have a desire to break free from restraints. If that inner warrior overtakes your thoughts, use it to help someone who needs your courage. Sagittarius the Archer (Nov. 22 Dec. 20): The sun returns "home" to your sign this week. You likely will find it to be energizing. Now is the time to focus on new plans for this next year of your life. Take a fresh look at where you want to direct your energy. It is likely that you are making travel plans.
Capricorn (December 22-January 19): Drive and use tools carefully this week. You may be subject to accident. You might be feeling that now is the time to take a plunge related to family, home, or other property. Take one step back. Let the intensity cool off for a week and see if that is what you really need to do. Aquarius (January 20-February 18): Ignore the water cooler talk. People just want to gossip this week. In general they are agitated and want you to join the bandwagon. This wastes a lot of energy. Keep your eyes on your direction in life and don’t allow distractions. It is possible that a new business
acquaintance will become a long term friend. Pisces (February 19-March 20): Developments in your career or life direction may cause you to feel ineffective this week. Don’t allow this one experience to alter your self definition. You are an intuitive person who can almost always assist others to feel better. But you cannot accomplish this goal if the Other does not want to feel better.
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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CARE program graduates new class
Congratulations to the recent graduates of the CARE program (Connect, Assist, Respond, Engage), the Fremont Police Department’s in-house volunteer academy. On the evening of November 7, 21 community members graduated after spending more than 60 hours in training. They will provide a number of services for the community. (Photo by CSO Susan Itson)
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THEATRE REVIEW
‘All My Sons’ an exceptional season finale BY JULIE GRABOWSKI PHOTOS BY TERRY SULLIVAN The Douglas Morrisson Theatre brings their season of “Family Portraits” to a close with a powerful and riveting production of Arthur Miller’s “All My Sons.” An exploration of familial love, social conscience, and the consequence of choices, the story wrestles with the best and basest of humanity in all of us. In the aftermath of war, the Keller family is at odds with each other over past events, future plans, and personal conduct. Family patriarch, Joe, was accused of knowingly sending cracked cylinder heads to the Army, which resulted in the death of 21 pilots. While released from prison on appeal, Joe’s partner is still serving time with a finger pointed unwaveringly at Joe for the blame. Chris Keller has returned from the war to work alongside his father in the factory, and while his brother was lost in action, their mother, Kate, believes Larry is still alive and won’t hear of anyone not believing the same. “We’re like a railroad station waiting for a train that never comes in,” Chris says, who is eager to put the past to rest and build his future, which includes plans to propose to the girl his brother left behind. In less than 24-hours, illusions are shattered, loyalties are tested, and futures struggle to be born in the shadow of truth. Director Susan E. Evans provides an exceptional piece of theatre with a remarkable cast, a dynamic and cohesive unit who blend in perfect partnership from beginning to end. John Baldwin, Patricia Tyler, and Jeffrey Hoffman create an emotional realism and honesty as the Keller family, and one feels their every heartbeat along the way. Baldwin is supremely likable and at his ease with Joe, and Tyler’s Kate is beautifully intent, sure-footed and compelling. Hoffman excels as Chris, capturing his character’s hopes and crushing
at 2 p.m. where the audience can take part in a talkback session with the director and cast following the performance. Tickets are $20 for the Saturday matinee and $28 for evening shows Thursday through Saturday and Sunday matinees. Discounts are available for seniors, students, TBA, KQED members, and groups (10+). The Box Office is open Tuesday through Friday, 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and can be reached at (510) 881-6777. Information and tickets are also available at www.dmtonline.org.
realizations with touching sensitivity and passion. The production is further enhanced by the softness and strength of Jessica Chisum as Ann, Geoffrey Nolan’s unstable and struggling George Deever, and the cool and smooth breeze of Myron Freedman as Dr. Jim Bayliss. Theatergoers are sure to miss the wonderful artistry of set designer Kim A. Tolman, who with “All My Sons” completes her 28th and final show for DMT. Always beautiful and arresting, Tolman’s work stays the course with this production, placing the audience in the backyard of the Keller’s sunny little house amid a grove of towering trees. While seemingly protected and serene, the house sits in the shadowy treetop of Larry’s memorial tree felled by the wind; a long stripe of green extends out of the garden and ominously up the wall, curving overhead like a frozen wave waiting to crash down. An unflinching and compelling story of love, loyalty, and man’s connection and duty to his fellow man, “All My Sons” is an outstanding production that lingers in
the mind long after the closing scene has faded to black. “All My Sons” runs through December 9 at the Douglas Morrisson Theatre with a special Saturday matinee on December 1
All My Sons Nov 15 - Dec 9 Fridays and Saturdays: 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec 1: 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Sundays: 2 p.m. Douglas Morrisson Theatre 22311 N. Third St., Hayward (510) 881-6777 www.dmtonline.org Tickets: $20 - 28
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Help Bring Holiday Cheer to Seniors and Families SUBMITTED BY CITY OF FREMONT HUMAN SERVICES The Holiday Season is just around the corner, and with your support, the City of Fremont’s Human Services Department is looking for donations, sponsors and volunteers to assist 50 needy families being served by the Family Resource Center and the Youth and Family Services Division and 150 older adults being served through the department’s Senior Services Division. As 2012 rolls to a close, it is a time to count our personal and family blessings, and to share with those in our community who may be isolated, alone or facing difficult economic times. A cash contribution, a gift card, food, a warm sweater or toys for the kids, can help bring a smile to the faces of many in our community. Be part of our 14th annual campaign and help us show Fremont is a “caring community.” Last year we raised $60,000 in cash and in-kind goods and services, this year we hope to do the same! We welcome your contributions, big or small. You can help make a difference! We will accept donations through Wednesday, December 12 by mail and electronically all year long . Please remember if your company provides a corporate match, you can help us reach our goal twice as fast. _ Make checks payable to the City of Fremont, or if you wish to be matched with a senior or family to help complete a holiday “wish list” contact Monica Dominguez listed below. _ Beginning December 15, you will also be able to make your pledge electronically, by accessing the City of Fremont website at www.fremont.gov/HSDonate. _ If you are a business, organization or city department and wish to provide a “group contribution” remember, an itemized list of contributors’ names and amounts will allow us to provide each person with a letter for tax purposes. Because families and seniors in our community have needs all year long, the Human Services Department has established the Urgent Need Fund which gives our social workers, nurses and counselors access to emergency funds for crisis situations which may arise unexpectedly. Contributions to this fund may be made during the holidays, or at any time during the year. More information is available from Monica Dominguez (510) 574-2057.
‘Laughter is fun, free and non-fattening’ and events centered around the subject of humor and designed to produce Lots of Laughter. As a community we will examine comical books, people and moments in movies, TV, stand-up comedy, columnists, health, and well-being.
BY SHIRLEY GILBERT So says Humor Specialist Beverley Bender. She will be the lead speaker at the next American Association of University Women Fremont Branch’s Lots of Laughter event entitled “Laughter 4 the Health of It!” at the Fremont Main Library on Monday, November 26.
Beverley believes that laughter, aside from being cathartic, is the best thing for the body and mind. “It is great cardiac exercise, lowers blood pressure, helps you think creatively, makes impossible days possible, promotes camaraderie and puts a devilish twinkle in your eye.” In her workshops, the giggling guru cites the medical benefits of laughter, tells a potpourri of humorous stories, demonstrates exercises that promote laughter, and passes along ways we can find humor in every aspect of our lives every day. She believes that laughter should be used as a complementary health care practice because it’s the most inexpensive and effective wonder drug. Beverley was almost born funny. She delighted, as a child and young adult, in making family and friends laugh frequently and out loud. Laughter didn’t become a profession
Laughter 4 the Health of It! Monday, Nov 26 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1401
for her until she went back to school at age 34. She attended the University of California at Santa Cruz, majored in sociology and started Toastmasters in a local jail. “It’s then,” said Beverley, “that I became interested in public speaking especially after I ended up winning a speech contest by making people laugh a lot.” Beverley’s Master’s thesis from the university was on the subject of using humor to promote healthy laughter. She’s done humorous workshops throughout the Bay Area and is excited about making folks laugh at the upcoming event for AAUW Fremont Branch. “Life,” says Beverley, “is made up of hills and valleys and when we’re in a valley instead of reaching for a pill I think it’s better to reach for a silly hat or make yourself or others laugh.” Beverley Bender’s workshop is part of the fifth year of the Fremont One Book, One Community program sponsored by AAUW in collaboration with the Fremont Main Library, City of Fremont, and the Fremont Unified School District. This is first in a series of nine discussion
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$ = Entrance or Activity Fee R= Reservations Required Schedules are subject to change. Call to confirm activities shown in these listings.
Continuing Events Saturdays, Sep 29- Dec 8
Math Olympiad $R
1:00 p.m. & 2:15 p.m. Students master creative problem solving techniques. Ages 7 - 11
Irvington Community Center 41885 Blacow Rd., Fremont (510) 791-4334 Tuesday,Oct 16–Friday, Nov 30
Grant Peterson Collection
Mon – Fri: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Works by Jay Lewis, Larry Bendoski & Frank Wight
John O’Lague Galleria Hayward City Hall 777 B St., Hayward (510) 538-2787 www.haywardarts.org
Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays, Oct 23 - Dec 13
Monday, Nov 6 - Sunday, Nov 29
A Single Step...Begins the Journey
"Phollages" and Photographs about "Nothing"...
Mon: 5 p.m. -10 p.m. Tues/Thurs: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Photo exhibit by participants of Advanced Portfolio Workshop
Hayward Area Recreation and Park District 1099 'E' Street, Hayward (510) 881-6747 www.photocentral.org Monday, Oct 23 -Sunday, Jan 6
Mythbusters: The Explosive Exhibition $
10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Emmy-nominated comes to life
television
series
The Tech Museum 201 South Market St., San Jose (408) 294-8324 www.thetech.org Monday, Oct 24 - Saturday, Dec 1
Cal State East Bay Art Faculty and Staff Exhibition
Thursday, Oct 20 - Saturday, Dec 1
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Thurs: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m.)
Area Artists' Annual Juried Exhibit
Paintings, ceramics & sculptures
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Various artworks from Bay Area artists
Adobe Art Gallery 20395 San Miguel Ave., Castro Valley (510) 881-6735 www.adobegallery.org
Cal State East Bay Art and Education Building 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward (510) 885-3299 Fridays, Nov 2 - Nov 30
Toddler Ramble: Wonders of Water
11 a.m. -11:30 a.m. Nature classes for 1 to 3 year olds
Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 670-7270
A positive path for spiritual living
Unity of Fremont Sunday 10:00 AM Rev. Ken Daigle Senior Minister
36600 Niles Blvd, Fremont www.unityoffremont.org 510-797-5234
Store hours Mon - Fri 5 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sat & Sun 6-9pm Reception Wed 28th, 6-8pm Digital collages & photographs by Cooksey-Talbott & Jacline Deridder
Mission Coffee Roasting House 151 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 474-1004 www.fremontcoffee.com Wednesday, Nov 7 - Sunday, Nov 25
Showcase IV
11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Watercolor paintings by Barbara Cronin & Jaci Dadkarolis
Fremont Art Association 37697 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 792-0905 www.fremontartassociation.org Friday, Nov 9 - Sunday, Dec 15
A Tuna Christmas $
8 p.m. & Sunday matinees 1 p.m. Colorful residents of Tuna, Texas, celebrate Christmas
Broadway West Theatre Company 400-B Bay St., Fremont (510) 683-9218 www.broadwaywest.org Tuesday, Nov 13 – Friday, Nov 30
Joann Reed Exhibit
12:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Oil paintings from the award-winning artist
Newpark Mall Cultural Corner Lower level near Sears 2086 NewPark Mall, Newark (510) 284-1600
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Continuing Events Friday, Nov 16 - Sunday, Dec 9
All My Sons $ 8 p.m. World War II story about family, love & deceit Douglas Morrison Theatre 22311 N Third St., Hayward (510) 881-6777 www.dmtonline.org Monday, Nov 20 - Friday, Jan 25
Book Drive
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Donate books to create a high school library in Ghana
Milpitas High School 1285 Escuela Pkwy., Milpitas (408) 318-8458 bookclubofmhs@gmail.com
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(510) 544-3220
Tree Lighting Parade & Concert $
Saturday, Nov 24
6 p.m.
Monarchs on the Move
Enjoy over 60 floats, tree lighting, & live music
3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Mudpuddle 34733 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 794-9935 info@michaelmcnevin.com
Learn about Monarch butterflies & make a craft. Ages 8 & up
Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220
Friday, Nov 23-Sunday, Nov 25
Cottage Charm Open House
Saturday, Nov 24
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Movie Night $
Enjoy holiday decor & surprises
7:30 p.m.
Cottage Charm 37557 Niles Blvd., Fremont
“The Three Ages,” “Koko’s Thanksgiving,” & “The Caretakers Daughter”
Saturday, Nov 24 - Sunday, Nov 25
Niles Essanay Theater 37417 Niles Blvd, Fremont (510) 494-1411
Weekend of Fishing
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Saturday, Nov 24
Thursday, Nov 22 - Saturday, Dec 14
Shoreline fishing led by a naturalist. Gear provided
Wreath Making $
Member Holiday Show
Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 670-7270
Use live greenery to make & decorate wreaths
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fine art & gift items by Hayward Arts Council members
Foothill Arts of the Bay 22394 Foothill Blvd., Hayward (510) 538-2787 www.haywardarts.org
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Shinn House 1251 Peralta Blvd., Fremont (510) 795-0891
Saturday, Nov 24
Fremont Symphony’s Tribute to Susan Rose
Saturday, Nov 24
3 p.m.
2 p.m.
Friday, Nov 23 - Sunday, Dec 30
Memorial service performance; reception follows at Olive Hyde Gallery
For elementary school ages
Train of Lights $
Smith Center 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6031
Ride restored railroad cars decorated for the holidays
4:30 p.m. Niles departure Niles Station 37001 Mission Blvd., Fremont 7:30 p.m. Sunol departure Sunol Depot 6 Kilkare Rd., Sunol www.ncry.org Saturday, Nov 24 - Sunday, Dec 23
Stories of the Season $
Sat., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. & Sun., 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Explore the Victorian home decorated for the holidays
McConaghy Victorian House 18701 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward (510) 581-0223 www.haywardareahistory.org
Tuesday, Nov 20
Thanksgiving Community Dinner
4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Presented by the Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce S.F.B.A.
Centerville Presbyterian Church 4360 Central Ave., Fremont (510) 299-2223 Wednesday, Nov 21
McNevin & Friends $
5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Live music
The Vine 37533 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 792-0112 Thursday, Nov 22
East Bay Stompers Band
7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Dixie Swing, Standards
Bronco Billys Pizza - Irvington 41200 Blacow Road, Fremont (510) 914-7304 Friday, Nov 22 - Saturday, Nov 24
Mill Creek Ramblers & Beargrass Creek
7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Live Blue Grass & Country music Mission Pizza & Pub 1572 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 651-6858 www.missionpizza.com Thursday, Nov 22
Karen Gordin Turkey Swim $
8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Scholarship fundraiser for certified life guards
Hayward Plunge 24176 Mission Blvd., Hayward (510) 881-6703 Friday, Nov 23
Holiday Movie Talkie Special $
8 p.m. “Remember the Night.” Fundraiser for Adopt a Family
Niles Essanay Theater 37417 Niles Blvd, Fremont (510) 494-1411
Saturday, Nov 24
Wild About Weather
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Conduct weather experiments & make a “stormy” craft
Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont
Science Lecture for Children
Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1400
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Monday, Nov 26
Monday, Nov 26
Open House & Gift Extravaganza
Laughter 4 the Health of It
Washington Township Historical Meeting
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Humorous stories & exercises to promote laughter
Make Gift Cards, stocking stuffers & enjoy delicious treats
Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220
Boutique Calendar Friday, Nov 23 - Sunday, Dec 23
Annual Holiday Boutique
Fri: 12 noon - 6 p.m. Sat & Sun: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Handcrafted items by local artists
Sun Gallery 1015 “E” St., Hayward (510) 581-4050 www.sungallery.org Sunday, Nov 25
Open House & Gift Extravaganza
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Make gift cards, stocking stuffers & enjoy delicious treats
Coyote Hills Visitor Center 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220 Wednesday, Nov 28 - Sunday, Dec 23
Artisan’s Holiday Boutique
11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Hand-crafted gifts by local artists
Fremont Art Association Center/Gallery 37697 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 792-0905 www.fremontartassociation.org
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1400
7:15 p.m. Discussing restoration of the Patterson House Museum of Local History 190 Anza Street, Fremont (510) 494-1186
Saturday, Dec 1
Sunday, Dec 2
Holiday Boutique
Chanukah Faire and Boutique
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Congregation Shir Ami 4529 Malabar Ave., Castro Valley (off Redwood Road)
Jewelry, pottery, gift baskets & more over 50 vendors
American High School 36300 Fremont Blvd., Fremont ritu_saksena@hotmail.com Saturday, Dec 1
Christmas Boutique
7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Handmade arts & crafts, baked goods & toys
St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish 279 S. Main St., Milpitas (408) 262-2546 Sunday, Dec 2
Holiday Craft Fair
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Crafts, artwork and gifts, silent auction and raffle; Chanukah Food, and lots of latkes
$5 per child, which includes face painting and crafts; free for adults http://www.congshirami.org/ Saturday, Dec 8
Christmas Craft Faire
10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Baked goods, handcrafted gifts, candles, jewelry & more
Newark Pavilion 6430 Thornton Ave., Newark (510) 793-4062
Gifts, clothing, jewelry, home décor, pottery & more
Saturday, Dec 8
Ruggieri Senior Center 33997 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City (510) 675-5600 www.unioncity.org
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Christmas Boutique Handmade gifts, baked goods & vendors
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 38802 Blacow Rd., Fremont (510) 793-6285
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It’s Christmas in the third smallest town in Texas. Radio station OKKK news personalities Thurston Wheelis and Arles Struvie report on various Yuletide activities, including hot competition in the annual lawn display contest and how the production of “A Christmas Carol” is jeopardized by unpaid electric bills. Many colorful tuna denizens join in th holiday fun. A delightful holiday show – with all characters portrayed by just two actors! Broadway West Theatre Company, 4000-B Bay Street in Fremont, presents the hilarious sequel to Greater Tuna, A Tuna Christmas by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears and Ed Howard, directed by Jim Woodbury, November 9 through December 15 (no shows Thanksgiving weekend). For reservations and information, call 510-683-9218 or purchase tickets on our website at www.broadwaywest.org.
Madrigal Dinner SUBMITTED BY JIM BURRIS Come and join AaaahZ Youth Theatre as we celebrate the holiday season with our 16th Century Madrigal Dinner. Delight in our castle and make merry with our singers, magician, court jesters, and brass choir. Holiday songs and 16th century Madrigal costumes are part of the fun and enjoyment for the entire family. Five courses will be served including holiday breads, cheeses and crackers, fruit dish, finger sandwiches, dessert, and a wassail toast. Spend a fun, festive evening with traditional carols, beautiful music, and frivolity for everyone. All proceeds go the Blair Barrett Scholarship fund for students. This magical afternoon is $30 and will be held on Sunday, December 2 at 3 p.m. at the Newark Pavilion. Reservations are required and we look forward to having you join us. To place your reservation, please call (510) 358-1249. Madrigal Dinner Sunday, Dec 2 3 p.m. Newark Pavilion 6430 Thornton Ave., Newark (510) 358-1249 www.AaaahzYouthTheatre.org Tickets: $30
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Tree Lightings Wednesday, Dec 5
Friday, Nov 23
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Festival of Lights Parade and Tree Lighting
5:30 p.m. Nakamura Clinic 33077 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City (510) 487-6000 www.whhs.com/treesofangels
6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 792-8023 www.niles.org Monday, Nov 26
Thursday, Dec 6
Tree of Angels
Light Up the Season
6 p.m. Tree lighting, entertainment, refreshments & raffle
McDonald’s Restaurant 42800 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 656-9375 www.whhs.com/treesofangels
5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Tree lighting, children’s rides, ice rink, live music & Santa
Hayward City Hall B Street and City Hall Plaza, Hayward (510) 537-2424 www.hayward.org
Saturday, Dec 1
Mission San Jose Tree Lighting
Saturday, Dec 8
5 p.m. Live music, face painting, hot drinks, cookies & Santa
Old School House 43571 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 651-0600 www.msjchamber.org
Centerville Tree Lighting
4:00 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. at Train Depot (kid’s activities) 5:15 p.m. walk and carol to Dale Hardware
5:30 p.m. tree lighting at Dale Hardware Centerville Depot/Dale Hardware Depot: 37260 Fremont Blvd., Fremont (510) 796-3376 Dale: 3700 Thornton Ave., Fremont (510) 797-3700
Saturday, Dec 1
Milpitas Tree Lighting
7 p.m. Civic Center Plaza 457 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 586-3210
Turkey Swim SUBMITTED BY HARD
Monday, Dec 3
November means fall is in the air and Thanksgiving is just around the corner. It is also time for the Karen M. Gordin Turkey Swim. Every Thanksgiving Day, the Hayward Plunge Staff raise money for the Karen M. Gordin Scholarship Fund. Karen was a lifeguard for the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District who was tragically killed in a car crash in 2001. She was very much loved at the Hayward Plunge and we want to carry on her name and the values she held dear. The scholarship is given to two individuals who are currently certified lifeguards and in school working towards his/her goals. Between 9:00 am and 9:30 am the scholarship committee will award two $1,000 checks to the award recipients. One of the checks is donated by the Greater Hayward Area Recreation and Park District Foundation, and the other by the Scholarship Fund itself. The latter is completely funded by donations. For the remainder of the morning, patrons can swim laps and receive assorted prizes and goodies. Come burn calories in the morning to make room for all that turkey while supporting a good cause. We ask for a minimum $4 donation. All donations are tax deductible. Checks, payable to The Karen M. Gordin Scholarship Fund, can be mailed or hand-delivered to Hayward Plunge, 24176 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94541. For more information, call Cody George at (510) 888-0123 or email geoc@haywardrec.org.
Tree of Angels
6:30 p.m. Tree lighting, entertainment, refreshments, raffle, plus Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus
Newark City Hall 37101 Newark Blvd., Newark (510) 578-4200 www.whhs.com/treesofangels
11th Annual Karen Gordin Turkey Swim Thursday, Nov 22 8 - 11 a.m. Hayward Plunge 24176 Mission Blvd., Hayward (510) 881-6703
Ready Set Recycle contest returns SUBMITTED BY KATE LYNCH Alameda County already has some of the best recyclers in the country with 93 percent of residents reporting that they recycle regularly. Now they have the chance to prove it. StopWaste.Org announced on November 14, the return of the Ready Set Recycle Contest, which gives Alameda County residents a chance to win prizes year round for keeping their trash free of recyclables and compostables. During regular garbage collection days throughout the year, the Ready Set Recycle Prize Crew will select random garbage bins and separate the contents into three categories: recyclables, compostables and garbage. Households with the least amount of recyclables and compostables in their garbage relative to the whole bin could be appointed a ‘Star Sorter’ and receive $50 prizes in cash or gift cards. Alameda County residents can also participate in the contest and win prizes by playing the Speed Sorter Game and Pledging to recycle online at www.ReadySetRecycleContest.Org. Names will be chosen at random and monthly winners will receive a $15 gift card from Peet’s Coffee, Jamba Juice, Safeway and more.
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In addition to individual accolades, the contest will be recognizing the best recycling community within Alameda County. The city within Alameda County whose residents best demonstrate their recycling skills will be announced in the summer of 2013. The Ready Set Recycle Contest will provide Alameda County residents with the opportunity to share their recycling tips and best practices through the contest website. “Through the contest, we hope to enjoy the multiple benefits of increased recycling,” said Tom Padia, StopWaste.Org Source Reduction and Recycling Director, “including energy savings, reduced extraction of natural resources, and adding jobs to our local economy.” “I have always been an avid recycler and was delighted to be recognized in last year’s contest,” said Amy Lee, a winner of last year’s Ready Set Recycle contest. “I’m looking forward to participating again this year and sharing recycling tips with my fellow Alameda County residents!” To learn more about the contest and to make an online pledge to do your part to reduce waste by recycling and composting, visit www.ReadySetRecycleContest.Org.
Ballot Physiology 101
Election season requires a significant number of personnel. Once the certification process is complete, the staff of 200 plus employees drops to about 26. This permanent employee group is responsible for cleanup and equipment maintenance. All records are stored for 22 months in a
40,000 square foot warehouse. People continue to register to vote and file maintenance keeps track of voters who have moved or are inactive. And, of course, there are other elections to be managed. Ballots are printed and distributed by the Registrar. Each polling location is is-
sued a series of bilingual ballots - English and another language - and has bilingual poll workers. Poll workers are trained to make sure they do not run out of ballots in a dominant second language - Chinese, Vietnamese, Spanish, Tagalog. “Everything we have is translated into these lan-
guages,” says Macdonald. “Language requirements are based on the latest census.” If you want to know the latest election results, visit: http://www.acgov.org/rov/current.htm
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MSJ golfers place third in state championships
SUBMITTED BY MARK HIRSCH The Mission San Jose (MSJ) Varsity Girls Golf Team arrived at the California State Championships at Red Hill Country Club in Rancho Cucamonga as the number three seed from Northern California. The team was able to triumph over all Northern California teams and one of the Southern California teams to earn third place overall. The extremely difficult course presented a significant challenge but the team responded with well balanced scores and the highest finish ever for MSJ. This is the second year in a row that the Girls Varsity Golf Team has been able to go to the CA state championships and place in the top four (last year they placed fourth). This bodes well for the team next year. The team is led by Monica Chen, Meridith Hirsch, Amy Huang, Emily Rotter, Renee Yen and Emily Gosti.
Eagles grounded by St.Vincent in NCS play SUBMITTED BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW The California School for Deaf (CSD) Eagles football team’s season came to an end as St. Vincent’s Patrick Garcia caught a well thrown pass 6 yard touchdown pass from Mitch Sheppard with 1:07 left to give the visiting Mustangs a hard fought 13-12 victory over the Eagles in the North Coast Section (NCS) semifinals played Saturday, November 17. In NCS play the week prior to this semifinal match, the Eagles manhandled the Tomales Braves, 26-6 with great blocking and complete control of the line of scrimmage. Quarterback Carlos Lopez threw for 165 yards and found his receivers four times for touchdowns and came up big on defense, including an interception of Braves (6-5) quarterback Jacob Brady and a fumble recovery. Johnny Morales also had a good day with a 29-yard touchdown. Lopez found Dakota Daniels for a 13-yard touchdown and Brian Freeman for a 48-yard touchdown. Freeman also helped ice the game for the Eagles with 116 yards on the ground on 21 carries. Daniels caught three passes for 71 yards and two scores. The No. 2 ranked Eagles set a school record with a 10-2 season this year highlighted by great line of scrimmage play, both on defense and offense. Against St. Vincent, the Eagles got things started on the right note when senior running Brain Freeman marched them down the sideline in the first quarter with a 52-yard scamper touchdown. In the second half, the Mustangs twice moved inside the Eagles’ 20, but the tenacious CSD defense held its ground as they have done all year. Carlos Lopez helped with an interception and Brain Freeman of CSD had great day with 265 on 37 carries. But CSD was done in by six turnovers including three lost fumbles and never completely closed the door on St. Vincent. In the end, this was crucial and ended NCS play for the Eagles.
James Logan Volleyball Report SUBMITTED BY COACH STEVE BURMASTER On October 30, the James Logan Colts defeated the American Eagles 3-0 (28-26, 25-18, 26-24). While it wasn’t a pretty match, it was nice for the Colts to come out on top in an “ugly win.” After honoring American’s four seniors in a “Senior Night” tribute, both teams were very sluggish in Game 1. Although American pulled to a 6-0 lead, the Colts were able to tie it up at 6-6. The match went back and forth with James Logan getting its first lead of the game at 15-14, before American tied it up at 15-15. Both teams held game point, but it was Logan’s determination and intestinal fortitude that pulled out the Game 1 victory for the Colts. The Colts more or less dominated Game 2, holding the lead for most of the match. Game 3 saw the Colts down by as many as seven points before falling behind 17-21 and 20-24. With the game on the line, the Colts rallied back for the come-from-behind victory, winning 26-24, and sealing the deal with a kill by Colts Senior Adrianna Waqa for match point. On November 1, the Colts lost in straight sets to the Moreau Catholic Mariners (23-25, 17-25, 21-25). The Colts played very well in the first game of the match and led 23-20, but could not close it out as the Mariners went on to score five unanswered points to take Game 1. Game 2 saw the Colts fall behind by 10 points early. They were able to close the gap to within 6 points before losing by 8. Game 3 was a seesaw battle, with each team holding leads until Moreau made a run in the end to take the game and the match.
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J.C. Penney CEO tries to change the way we shop BY ANNE D’INNOCENZIO AP RETAIL WRITER NEW YORK (AP), J.C. Penney CEO Ron Johnson seems unfazed that the department store chain’s mounting losses and sales declines have led to growing criticism of his plan to change the way we shop. Perhaps that’s because this isn’t the first time during Johnson’s 30-year career that he’s attempted what seemed impossible. People predicted he’d fail at selling high-end housewares and designer dresses at discounter Target, but shoppers still flock there years later for cheap chic goods. Likewise, almost no one believed that the Apple stores he designed to sell the consumer electronics giant’s gadgets would make money. Yet Apple’s retail operations have become the most profitable in the industry. At the time, both decisions seemed radical. Now, they each are viewed as strokes of genius. But Johnson’s latest gamble is shaping up to be his biggest. He’s not only aiming to reverse the fortunes of Penney, a 110year-old chain that has had sales declines in four of the past five years as it’s struggled to adapt to changing consumer tastes and shopping habits. He’s also attempting to do something no other retailer has before: reinvent the department store from the ground up. Since leaving Apple to become Penney’s CEO in November, Johnson has been overhauling everything from the retailer’s pricing to its merchandise to its stores. He got rid of most sales. He’s brought in hip brands. And he’s replacing rows of clothing racks with small shops that make the stores feel like outdoor mini malls. But since Penney started the changes, the chain has reported three consecutive quarters of big losses on steep sales declines. Its stock has lost more than half its value. Its credit rating is in junk status. And critics are beginning to doubt that Johnson has what it takes to make the chain cool. ``He’s trying to start a retail revolution without an army of consumers behind him,’’ says Burt Flickinger, III, president of a retail consultancy. ``Penney will suffer dire financial and competitive circumstances as a result.’’ But Johnson, 53, a Midwest native who speaks about his vision for J.C. Penney Co. with boyish enthusiasm, is undeterred: ``Lots of people think we’re crazy. But that’s what it takes to get ahead.’’ THE BEGINNINGS: `NO MORE JUMPING THROUGH HOOPS’ Virtually no one questioned Johnson’s savvy when it was announced in June 2011 that he was leaving his role as Apple Inc.’s senior vice president of retail to take over the top job at Penney, a chain that had gained a reputation in recent years of having un-hip, boring stores and merchandise. To the contrary there were lofty expectations for the man who had made Apple’s stores hip places to shop and before that, pioneered Target Corp.’s successful ``cheap chic’’ strategy. Johnson, who says that his biggest inspirations in life are ``sunrises’’ and ``smiles,’’ spent several months before becoming Penney’s CEO traipsing across the globe to find ideas on how to transform the company. On the itinerary: meetings with executives at trendy retailers and designers such as Gap, J. Crew, Diane Von Furstenberg and Ralph Lauren. During these trips, Johnson hatched an idea to make Penney stores appealing not only to its core of middle-income shoppers, but also to new groups of younger and higher-income customers. Johnson decided to focus on three areas: price, merchandise and the stores. Johnson started as Penney’s CEO in November 2011. In his first couple of months in the role, Johnson hired bigname executives that he trusted. Among them, Michael Francis, a top Target executive that he’d met while he worked there, was brought in as president to help redefine Penney’s brand. Johnson’s boldest move came on Feb. 1 of this year when he rolled out new pricing in Penney’s 1,100 stores. That’s virtually unheard of in retail, where significant changes are typically tested in a few locations for several months before being rolled out nationally.
Johnson says that Penney didn’t have several months to waste. Testing would’ve been ``impossible,’’ he says, because Penney needed quick results. Johnson’s plan was designed to wean customers off the markdowns they’d become accustomed to, but that eat into profits. He ditched the nearly 600 sales Penney offered throughout the year for a three-tiered strategy that permanently lowered prices on all items in the store by 40 percent, and offered monthlong sales on select items and periodic clearance events throughout the year. Penney, based in Plano, Texas, also stopped giving out coupons and banished the words ``sale’’ and ``clearance’’ in its new ``fair and square’’ advertising campaign. The ads were colorful and whimsical: In one spot, a dog jumped through a hula hoop that a little girl held. The text read: ``No more jumping through hoops. No coupon clipping. No door busting. Just great prices from the start.’’ TEACHING SHOPPERS A `NEW LANGUAGE’ Johnson’s plan received a warm reception at first. Investors began pushing Penney’s stock up after he announced the plan in late January: It rose nearly 25 percent to peak at $43 in the days after the plan was rolled out in February. Analysts used words like ``visionary’’ and ``revolutionary’’ to describe the plan. The honeymoon didn’t last. After most of Penney’s coupons and sales disappeared, so did its customers. And the ads didn’t help: They were praised for being entertaining, but criticized for not explaining the new pricing. Walter Loeb, a New York-based retail consultant, says Johnson acted in haste and sprang the changes on customers too soon. ``The customer isn’t accustomed to such drastic change,’’ he says. The first sign that things were falling apart came in May when rival Macy’s Inc. told analysts that sales were rising at its stores that share malls with Penney locations. A week later, Penney posted a $163 million quarterly loss. Revenue plunged 20 percent to $3.15 billion. The number of customers visiting stores fell 10 percent. Wall Street didn’t like the changes any more than Main Street did. A day after it posted the loss, Penney’s stock fell nearly 20 percent - its biggest one-day decline in four decades - to $26.75. That same month, Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services lowered its credit rating to junk status. Johnson asked investors to be patient and reiterated his confidence in his plan. But a few weeks later, Johnson fired Francis, who’d been in charge of marketing the new pricing. Johnson, who wakes up at 4 a.m. without an alarm clock, took over that responsibility and brought back the word ``sale’’ in ads. But things kept getting worse. So six months after he rolled out Penney’s plan, Johnson tweaked pricing. On Aug. 1 - just days before Penney posted another big loss on a second consecutive quarter of disappointing revenue - Johnson eliminated one tier of the pricing plan: the monthlong sales. He also brought back another taboo word: clearance. Johnson says the original three-tier strategy was too confusing for customers. ``We got too tricky,’’ Johnson told the Associated Press in an interview. Johnson also vowed to better communicate Penney’s pricing to shoppers. As part of that, Penney rolled out ads that were in stark contrast to the spots it used to introduce the plan. For instance, a TV spot touted free haircuts for students during the back-to-school shopping period. ``We thought, `Why are we trying to teach customers a new language to shop?’’ Johnson told The Associated Press. ``We’re just trying to be straightforward.’’ But Johnson’s decision to get rid of monthlong sales hurt more than it helped. On Nov. 9, the company posted its third consecutive big quarterly loss and revenue decline. Johnson says one big factor that dragged sales down was the elimination of the monthlong sales, which he says confused shoppers who like to compare prices. Johnson says Penney lost $20 million a week in sales associated with getting rid of the monthlong events for a total sales loss of $260 million for the quarter. Penney posted a net loss of 56 cents per share, or $123 million, in the quarter ended Oct.
27. Revenue dropped nearly 27 percent to $2.93 billion. On the news, Standard & Poor’s dropped Penney’s credit rating deeper into junk status. And its stock has fallen six straight days since the earnings report by a total of 25 percent for that period, to close at about $16 on Friday. The stock is down 62 percent since January- its lowest price since March 2009 when the U.S. was in a recession. Johnson, who says the company will now show the suggested price of clothing and other manufacturers on price tags alongside Penney’s price, doesn’t seem to be panicking. In a meeting with analysts following the release of the company’s results, he chalked Penney’s poor performance up to a learning experience. ``This was another quarter of unbelievable learning for us at J.C. Penney,’’ he says. ``Each quarter, we learn a lot, we adapt, we try to move forward.’’ THE STORE OF THE FUTUR Some critics say Johnson’s plan is falling apart because he chose to overhaul pricing before working to improve Penney stores. Indeed, Penney stores have long been seen as unappealing and it’s merchandise as dowdy. But Johnson says the focus on pricing was no mistake. One of the men he has admired most in his life was Steve Jobs, cofounder of Apple and his former boss. He says Jobs taught him the importance of doing things well ``one at a time’’ and ``not getting ahead of yourself.’’ Johnson, who wears khakis and jeans to the office most days, says he knew he wanted to bring in hip names like Vivienne Tam and Joe Fresh to Penney. But those brands, Johnson reasoned, wouldn’t put their wares in stores as long as Penney offered hundreds of sales each year. ``Nobody is going to put their brand in a place (where) they’ll devalue it or take 50 percent or 60 percent off and sell it on coupons,’’ he told investors in September. With pricing in place, Johnson shifted his focus to Penney’s stores and merchandise. This fall, Penney began replacing nearly half of its merchandise in stores with new lines like Betsey Johnson’s Betseyville, which features trendy items such as $45 leopard print platform pumps and $24 lace rompers. To showcase Penney’s new merchandise, Johnson also reimagined its stores into mini malls of sorts. He plans to divide stores into 100 shops that highlight different brands or types of merchandise. Each shop will be like its own small store, with different merchandise and signage. Surrounding the shops will be extrawide aisles that Johnson calls ``streets.’’ Along those pathways will be ice cream and coffee bars and wood tables with built-in iPad tablet computers that shoppers can use to surf online. In the middle of it all, a Town Square will offer activities like Pilates. Johnson says the stores, which will carry about 25 percent less merchandise, will be places where shoppers can hang out. The hope is that the longer they stay, the more they’ll buy. Penney already has started the remake of its stores. In recent weeks, ten shops have been launched for such brands as Liz Claiborne, Levi’s and Penney’s new JCP line of casual clothes in 700 of its 1,100 stores. Johnson aims to have 100 shops in those 700 stores by the end of 2015. The remaining 400 stores are in small towns and won’t feature the full makeover. In September, Johnson took 300 analysts and reporters on a tour of a 30,000square-foot prototype of the complete Penney store of the future, which Johnson calls the ``art studio.’’ He says he likes to stop by the prototype, on the third floor of a Penney store in a Dallas mall minutes from Penney’s headquarters, before he goes to work each day. Penney is starting to see some positive results from the makeover it began. The company says so far that it has converted about 11 percent of the floor space to shops-within-stores. The shops’ average sales are more than double the sales in the rest of the store. And some customers are beginning to come back. Michael Pelaez, a 27-year-old who rarely shopped at Penney before the new shops opened, says he likes the retailer’s new Levi’s shop and its predictable
pricing. ``It’s forcing me to browse,’’ says the pharmaceutical supplier worker who lives in Hialeah, Fla. ``What used to be an hour and a half at the mall has turned out to be an hour and a half at J.C. Penney.’’ That some customers are responding to the redo is no surprise to Johnson, who insists his plan will work. ``It’s really hard to transform things,’’ he says. ``But that’s what we’re going to do.’’ Not everyone believes that’s possible. Michael Exstein, an analyst at Credit Suisse, recently downgraded Penney’s stock to ``underperform’’ from ``neutral.’’ Exstein wrote that Penney ``must find a way to significantly slow the sales decline within the next six months.’’ But Johnson still has supporters. During an interview with CNBC after the company’s last earnings report, William Ackman, an activist investor whose hedge fund Pershing Square Capital Management has a 17.8 percent stake in Penney, said that he’s giving the turnaround several more years to work. He also said, however, that there is a limit to how far the board and the CEO would let sales fall. ``If it’s not working, we will make changes,’’ says Ackman, who joined Penney’s board in early 2011 and pushed other board members to choose Johnson as CEO last year. ``He’s not this doctrinaire guy.’’ THE RISKS AND REWARDS OF THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED That Johnson is taking a risky approach with Penney is no surprise. After receiving an economics degree from Stanford University and an MBA from Harvard Business School in 1984, he turned down a lucrative offer from investment bank Goldman Sachs for a manager trainee job at the now-defunct Mervyns department store chain and then worked his way up to vice president of merchandise at Target. In 1998, when he signed a deal with architect Michael Graves to develop a line of affordable housewares for Target, it was the first time that an upscale designer’s products would be sold in a mass market discount store. Industry watchers predicted the strategy would fail. After all, people didn’t shop at a discounter for designer brands. ``Back then, design was something for affluent people,’’ Johnson told fashion executives recently. But the partnership, which was followed by deals with other designers like Isaac Mizrahi, redefined discounting. Even discount king Wal-Mart followed a variation of the strategy. Success at Apple wasn’t much easier for Johnson. When Johnson and Jobs introduced the idea of opening retail locations, it was resisted by nearly everyone on Apple’s board. Board members looked at Gateway, a competitor that was in the midst of closing stores, as proof that the strategy wouldn’t work. Even Johnson’s now-popular Genius Bar, a place within Apple stores where customers can get hands-on technical support, was seen as radical. It ran counter to the retail industry’s practice of hiding ``repair’’ areas in the stores. ``No one thought it would work,’’ Johnson told analysts earlier this year. ``There wasn’t one positive believer.’’ The first Apple store, which opened in 2001 in Tyson’s Corner mall in Virginia, became a hit. Others across the nation followed. There are now 394 stores in 13 countries. ``Apple has changed the way to buy a computer. And we did that by thinking completely differently about every aspect of the retail business,’’ Johnson says. It’s his ``go get `em’’ attitude that serves Johnson well, say those who know him. ``If he believes in something wholeheartedly, there is not a person on this planet that could sway him,’’ says Francis, the former Penney president who now is marketing creative adviser for Gap Inc. Francis says he doesn’t resent Johnson because he fired him. ``There are no reasons to have hard feelings,’’ he told The Associated Press. “Life is too short.’’ Brian Sozzi, chief equities analyst at NBG Productions, says that the problems Johnson has had at Penney will only add to his creative genius. ``He has learned the CEO job on the fly,’’ he says. ``He’s still a visionary, but he’s a bruised and more humbled visionary.’’
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November 20, 2012
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).
Illegal dumping, an ever-present problem BY SIMON WONG Hayward City Council voted 6-1 in favor of introducing an amendment to the Municipal Code on October 23, 2012 to combat illegal dumping on public property and to update the Master Fee Schedule with associated charges. There is public opposition to what is proposed. Adoption of the amendment is scheduled for Council’s meeting on November 13, 2012 at 7 p.m. In stark contrast to Council’s priorities of a Safe, Clean and Green Hayward, city streets and sidewalks have been used increasingly as dumping grounds for large items over the past four years. The culprits are not always identifiable but occasionally the occupants of nearby property are known to have left mattresses, furniture, appliances and refuse in the public rightof-way. In Fiscal Year (FY) 2009, the City received 514 requests to remove a total of 4,972 cubic yards of such materials. The numbers of cases and quantity have increased annually; so far, in FY 2012, there have been 1,521 requests to clear 10,595 cubic yards. This is a cost to the City. Hayward’s Community Preservation and Improvement Ordinance deals only with illegal nuisances on private property whose owners may appeal citations and penalties. The Keep Hayward Clean and Green (KHCG) Task Force and community and volunteer groups have lobbied City staff for a solution to illegal dumping on public property. Staff’s response is an ordinance that places the onus on private property owners to ensure the public right-of-way by their properties is clear so that pedestrians and vehicles can proceed unhindered. The intent is also to combat blight and assure public health and safety. It will be a violation to leave dumped items on public property. Owners of properties adjacent to abandoned items will be responsible for their removal. When a complaint is received, City staff will inspect the location and issue a courtesy notice to the property owner requesting removal of the items within 72 hours. If the debris remains in
City Installs Energy Efficient LED Streetlights SUBMITTED BYCITY OF FREMONT As part of Fremont’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the City is installing more than 500 energy efficient LED streetlights on Paseo Padre Parkway between Ardenwood and Washington boulevards. The lights will save energy and money, as well as provide clearer illumination. This effort is part of the Paseo Padre Parkway LED Retrofit project.
Fremont City Council November 13, 2012 Consent: Authorize two-year service agreement with Construction Testing Services, Inc. for on-call construction inspection and materials testing in an amount not-to-exceed $150,000 per year. Authorize two-year service contract with Earth Systems Pacific for on-call construction inspection and materials testing in an amount notto-exceed $150,000 per year. Adopt a resolution to increase taxicab fare rates and adjust fees for taxicab and driver permits. Fares increase to $3.25 for flag-drop, $3 per mile and $30 pr hour wait time. Authorize purchase of Mobile Emergency Operations Center in the amount of $869,176.64.
situ, staff will remove it and issue the property owner a Notice of Violation, to include a fee and a penalty. Staff will also inform the property owner that future violations will incur additional penalty fees, that non-payment will lead to a special assessment against the property and that a subsequent violation within 12 months from the date of the Notice will result in additional fees. Property owners, who dispute the Notice of Violation, have recourse to the Administrative Hearing process and must contact staff within 10 calendar days from the date of the Notice of Violation to request a hearing for which there is a $51 fee. The City’s contract with Waste Management of Alameda County (WMAC) provides for WMAC’s removal of items dumped illegally in the public right-ofway and recovery of costs by WMAC from the property owner. Not only is the sevenday response time slower than might be preferred, constant use of this service could increase refuse collection costs for everyone. WMAC provides self-haul, fee-waiver coupons, upon request, to single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes and four-plexes for a one-time disposal of two cubic yards of rubbish at the Davis Street Transfer Station, San Leandro. Unfortunately, 70 percent of the coupons remain unused. The City and WMAC have agreed to make unredeemed, self-haul coupons available to managers of multi-family properties for use by tenants. Coupons are available upon request by contacting WMAC and will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis. The City’s franchise agreement with WMAC expires on May 31, 2014 (with three one-year extension options available) when the City may consider additional WMAC services such as collection of bulky items from single and multi-family residences. Given that Hayward is a charter city, the City has inherent police powers to assure the public well-being; consequently, the legal basis for the proposed ordinance is not in question. The desire to find a solution to a persistent problem is reason-
able. However, the community is concerned about the proposed solution. While Maintenance Services Director Matt McGrath gave his personal assurance that he would never issue a violation notice to an innocent property owner and explained the nuances of discerning culpability, public speakers fear that the official inspecting a location might err in his judgment or be dogmatic. Many landlords/property managers remove items abandoned by tenants but transfer station costs could be prohibitive, if tenantturnover is high. The proposed ordinance would penalize them for illegal dumping by tenants. The two-and-a-half hour discussion of this legislative business used the term “illegal” dumping. When asked by Councilman Greg Jones, City Attorney Michael Lawson confirmed that discarding unwanted items in the public right-of-way is a criminal act that can result in prosecution but the latter is an expensive and lengthy process that has proved difficult to secure. Mayor Sweeney moved the staff recommendation to introduce the ordinance with the conditions that staff conduct an annual review of the efficacy of the legislation, through the KHCG Task Force and Council, and that they explore ways of improving the program and review viable alternatives. “The arguments of staff and volunteers, who regularly clear the City’s streets and neighborhoods of debris, are the most compelling for such an ordinance. They know the enormity of the problem,” said the Mayor. “Others have spoken against the ordinance but have yet to participate at a clean-up event. The proposed legislation, with the conditions in my motion, is a reasonable first-step to address the issue of illegal dumping. We must do the right thing for Hayward.” “I’ve participated in KHCG events and support their activities but cannot support this ordinance. Making private property owners responsible for public property is the long slippery slope. Staff and community members have said they know the identities of many of the perpetrators who should be arrested. Hayward has a law that says it is “il-
County payments accepted at kiosk
Union City City Council November 13, 2012 Consent: Cancel council meeting scheduled for December 25, 2012 Authorize filing applications for funds from Federal Transit Administration Accept sidewalk repair Donate one decommissioned police department patrol car to Mission Valley Regional Occupational Program Public Hearings: Approve Use Permit for conversion of existing auto repair building into Gas Station Marketeer at 31889 Alvarado Boulevard (Shell Station). Update to City guidelines for seasonal sales lots - Christmas Tree lots Mayor Mark Green Vice Mayor Pat Gascoscos Jim Navarro Emily Duncan Lorrin Ellis
Amend Fire Department facility use fees. Authorize service agreement with Conventions, Sports & Leisure International to prepare a marketing and feasibility Study for an indoor sports facility. Agreement in the amount of $162,000 plus 20% contingency. Authorize payment for legislative representation services with Holland & Knight not-to-exceed $102,000 for year 1 and two one-year extensions with up to a 10% escalator. Ceremonial: Recognize Make A Difference Day volunteers Scheduled Items: Collect Development Impact Fees at 50% in the Downtown District, 75% in City Center and 90% for
legal” to dump on the public right-of-way. We need to partner with law enforcement, raise the issue as a priority with Hayward Police Department to stamp out this behavior and enforce the Criminal Code related to dumping. If this is really a priority, Council must direct staff to do that. I don’t think we have,” explained Councilman Greg Jones. “This ordinance effectively de-criminalizes such activity. What we’ve done is dilute the seriousness of discarding garbage on public property and the consequences for doing so. “I’ve complete faith in staff and their judicious administration of the process but things happen, mistakes happen, accidents happen, processes break down. Assuming the property owner is somehow responsible for the presence of dumped items is the wrong way to administer public policy. The right way is to enforce existing codes, to continue focusing on this as criminal activity, to secure prosecution and the appropriate penalties rather than issue a ticket,” he added. “Existing codes don’t appear to work because we’re not enforcing them.” According to Jones, if the perpetrators are tenants, they should be held accountable, not the property owner who already has a large burden associated with property ownership and whose property happens to be in the vicinity of the abandoned rubbish. “Other options are necessary; perhaps scheduled, frequent collections from Hayward residences might combat the problem more effectively? Although I appreciate the effort and oppose dumping, I can’t support the ordinance because it is not good public policy. It isn’t the right approach for our community,” concluded Jones. If it is impractical to prosecute, an alternative solution is needed but the community has concerns about what is proposed. Although Councilman Marvin Peixoto mentioned limited public funds and the need for “shared responsibility” [with private sector property owners] to address the problem, dumping is an issue that will persist. Might government be the ultimate solution?
SUBMITTED BY GUY ASHLEY The Alameda County Treasurer and Tax Collector, Donald R. White, is pleased to announce that real estate property taxes can now be paid via credit card or Echeck using a kiosk at the Alameda County Business License Office, 224 W. Winton Avenue, Rm. 169, Hayward. For more property tax payment options, visit http://www.acgov.org/propertytax.
Absent Aye Aye Aye Absent
non-residential development outside; 75% for LEED Platinum projects outside Downtown and City Center until December 31, 2013. Create a new Transit Oriented Development overlay district within 1/2 mile of a Transit Station. (Chan recuse) Other Business: Consider support of a study for Stanford Avenue staging area expansion. Adopt final Climate Action Plan incorporating greenhouse gas emissions and a “Sustainability Commission.” Mayor Gus Morrison Aye Vice Mayor Anu Natarajan Aye Bill Harrison Aye Suzanne Lee Chan Aye (one recusal) Dominic Dutra Absent
City Seeks to Fill Vacancies SUBMITTED BY CITY OF FREMONT The City of Fremont has vacancies on three boards and commissions, including the Art Review Board (two vacancies: one term to expire Dec. 31, 2013 and one term to expire Dec. 31, 2014), the George W. Patterson House Advisory Board (one vacancy: term to expire Dec. 31, 2013), and the Library Advisory Commission (one vacancy: term to expire Dec. 31, 2012). Current Boards & Commission Vacancies: Art Review Board - Two vacancies One Term to expire 12/31/2014 One Term to expire 12/31/2013 George W. Patterson House Advisory Board - One vacancy (Citizen At Large) Term to expire 12/31/2013 Library Advisory Commission - One vacancy Term to expire 12/31/2012 Advisory Body Applications can be obtained at: http://www.fremont.gov/index.aspx?NID=76 (see Resources at bottom of page) Or an application is available from the City Clerk’s Office, 3300 Capitol Ave, Bldg A, 510-284-4060
November 20, 2012
WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
‘Let’s Call the Whole Thing ON’ The Mission Hills Tennis and Swim Club located in the Kimber Park neighborhood has been subject to conflict and disputes for many years. Changes to our local neighborhoods are rarely welcomed. However, the original Club, considered state-of-the-art 35 years ago, needs a fresh plan and modernization. In the past, several development alternatives were proposed that included residential housing. Each plan was met with intense resistance. The parcel’s land use designation has been a struggle to define, leaving city staff and elected officials open to various charges and further complications. The Planning Commission, while generally favorable to the most recent conceptual design, dead-locked on what detailed conditions should be placed on the next phase of review. We, the new urban planning team brought in last May by the property owner, believe there is a solution. First, the core elements of the new plan is recreational use only, an upgraded aquatic area, fitness facilities, and tennis. Second, there now exists a broad agreement about core principles such as NO RESIDENTIAL HOUSING, 2/3 of site remains open space, forever, via restrictive covenants, public access, views protected, existing trees preserved with ongoing care, protection for ecological habitats, and provisions for sustainable materials and construction.
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Third, the option presented is still in conceptual development and the city review process ensures further fine tuning and detailed review. Questions regarding impacts on parking, traffic, noise, and neighborhood access need further review. However, as challenging as these uncertainties are, we are better off giving them careful consideration and finding compromise than simply rejecting any further evolution of the plan. Therefore, we believe it is necessary to move from a conceptual phase to discussions about specific facilities and their uses. Already there has been great progress, based on community feedback, to eliminate sleeping accommodations, increase the square footage for exercise machines and reduce the overall footprint of the facilities. This is why we encourage the City Council to allow for a next phase of planning and review. Let’s remember there are ample checks and balances within the review process of that is governed by our elected leaders. The owners are committed to a fair process and the long term sustainability of the project site. This is a win-win-win for everyone, owner, neighborhood, and the City of Fremont.
Dwane J. Kennedy, CITYshapers, San Francisco
Social Security
Find true value this Cyber Monday BY MARIAELENA LEMUS SOCIAL SECURITY PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST IN SAN JOSE Let the shopping season begin! The day after Thanksgiving has virtually become a holiday of its own. “Black Friday” is the busiest shopping day of the year, with people lining up at midnight for door-busting deals as they begin the busy holiday shopping season. And the Monday after that has become a virtual holiday, so to speak. “Cyber Monday” is the day web-savvy people search for deals on the Internet. But there is more than one way to find value on the Internet. For example, Social Security offers many online services to the general public - and they are free! Not only that, but doing business online with Social Security will save you time and money. And it’s so easy to do. Here are some of the most popular services you’ll find at www.socialsecurity.gov. 1. The online Social Security Statement is a hot new service that is a big hit with the millions of people who’ve used it since its launch last May. Your online Statement provides you with a record of your past earnings, and it uses those earnings along with projected earnings for future years to give you accurate estimates of future Social Security benefits. Get your Statement at www.socialsecurity.gov/mystatement. 2. The Retirement Estimator is an easy way to get an instant, personalized estimate of your future Social Security benefits. Just key in some basic information and the Estimator will use information on your Social Security record, along with what you input, to give you a benefit estimate on the spot. You even can experiment with different scenarios, such as changing your future earnings and retirement date. Check it out in English at www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator or in Spanish at www.segurosocial.gov/calculador. 3. The online Retirement Application is the most convenient way to apply for Social Security retirement benefits. You can apply from the comfort of your home - it’s fast, easy, and secure. It’s so easy, in fact, that it can take you as little as 15 minutes to apply online. In most cases, after your application is submitted electronically, you’re done. There are no forms to sign and usually no documentation is required. Social Security will process your application and contact you if any further information is needed. When you’re ready to retire, apply at www.socialsecurity.gov/applyonline. 4. Business Services Online is our one-stop shop for small business owners. The site allows organizations and authorized individuals to conduct business with and submit confidential information to Social Security. Employers can use it to file W-2s for their employees the fast, convenient, and paperless way - online. Visit Business Services Online at www.socialsecurity.gov/bso. In the American Customer Satisfaction Index, Social Security’s online services continuously receive the highest ratings in both the public and private sectors, year after year. To learn more about all you can do on Cyber Monday, or any day, visit www.socialsecurity.gov/onlineservices.
Chamber responds to Kimber Park This letter is in response to the Letter to the Editor entitled “Kimber Park asks for support” in the November 13, 2012 issue. While we respect the position Ms. Broadwin presented, the letter was filled with a number of inaccurate assertions directed at the Fremont Chamber of Commerce; the purpose of this letter is to set the record straight. Ms. Broadwin has asserted that the owner of the property in question enlisted the help of the Chamber; that is incorrect. The Chamber did not receive a request by the property owner or her associates to take a position on this issue. During conversations between Ms. Broadwin and Chamber staff, it was explained that the Chamber takes positions that align with the mission, vision and priorities of the Chamber and it was specifically related to Ms. Broadwin that there has never been a request from the property owner to the Chamber for help in this matter. In actuality, the Chamber chose to weigh in on this issue because we believe it is a matter of economic development, community vitality, and property rights. A membership club, as proposed, would be an additional amenity within our community, providing a facility that is unique within the city due to its setting and the combination of recreational and community uses offered. Regarding property rights, the Chamber is on record as having concerns about property owner’s rights as affected by the private open space initiative. In this case, the owner has made significant changes to her original proposal, eliminating the residential development aspect of the proposal entirely, and updating and expanding the recreational facility to incorporate features and amenities of modern recreational facilities while re-
maining within the footprint of existing structures, and taking considerable efforts to preserve trees and views. The proposal before the City Council is at a conceptual level, and there will be ample opportunity as the design moves through the standard Planning Commission and City Council planning processes for additional refinement and modification of the details of the plan. We are encouraged by the owner’s willingness to work with the residents of Kimber Park, and remain hopeful that an agreement can be reached that both the owner and the residents find mutually beneficial. Ms. Broadwin’s assertion that the Chamber’s decision to support this project was based solely on politics and the influence of money and friends in “high places” is absurd. It is important to understand that an issue such as this goes through not one, but two governing bodies of the Chamber, first the Government Affairs Committee, and then the Board of Directors. Both are comprised of business owners and managers from a diverse range of companies, large and small. These individuals all have a vested interested in the success and well-being of all aspects of our city. They are knowledgeable and thoughtful in their decision making and take their responsibility to uphold the mission of the Fremont Chamber seriously. As a matter of process, information is collected from all sides of an issue and is thoroughly discussed and weighed before a decision is reached. Factors such as the impact to and implications for the current Fremont business community, the Fremont economy, Fremont’s competitiveness within the region, and Fremont’s desirability as a community for residents and businesses alike are all carefully considered and balanced.
Question: I just got back from an overseas military deployment and I want to plan ahead for my retirement. How will my military retirement affect my Social Security benefits? Answer: Your military retirement won’t affect your Social Security benefits at all. You can get both. Generally, there is no offset of Social Security benefits because of your military retirement. You will get full Social Security benefits based on your earnings. However your Social Security benefit might be reduced is if you also receive a government pension based on a job in which you did not pay Social Security taxes. You can find more information in the publication Military Service and Social Security at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10017.html. Or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).
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It should also be noted that Ms. Broadwin spoke to the Government Affairs Committee regarding private open space, the Save Kimber Park efforts and history, and the Private Open Space initiative in the very recent past. Kimber Park’s list of acceptable and unacceptable uses of the property (presented to the Planning Commission on Oct. 18th) were also considered, Additionally, Ms. Broadwin has spoken to Chamber staff regarding this project and private open space issues. Her voice has been heard. It is regrettable that Ms. Broadwin has chosen to resort to a strategy that threatens to penalize Chamber members involved in the decision to support the project through retribution under the guise of accountability for a wrong decision. As with many issues, there will be conflicting opinions. We must learn to respect one another’s positions and not succumb to behavior that will adversely affect our community as a whole. As a Chamber of Commerce, our mission is to promote, support and enhance a positive business environment. In order to accomplish this mission, we must study complex issues in relation to the greater good, and provide leadership that may, from time to time, require us to make controversial decisions. We will not shy away from facing current issues head-on, and we will continue to advocate for a better business environment, one that addresses the cost and ease of doing business here and that provides for a vibrant community with a rich array of resources that are attractive to employers, employees and residents alike.
Cindy Bonior Fremont Chamber of Commerce
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PUBLIC NOTICES CIVIL ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. HG12654255 Superior Court of California, County of Alameda Petition of: Prabhakaran Ganesan for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Prabhakaran Ganesan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Mridhula Prabhakaran to Hridhaya Prabhakaran 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: December 11, 2012, Time: 2:30 pm, Dept.: 522 The address of the court is 24405 Amador Street #108, Hayward, CA 94544 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: What’s Happening’s Tri City Voice Date: October 31, 2012 Winifred Y. Smith Judge of the Superior Court 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/12 CNS-2403205# ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. HG12652922 Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA Petition of: JOSE JWENAL TORRES AND OLGA GUADALUPE BARAJAS for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner JOSE JWENAL TORRES AND OLGA GUADALUPE BARAJAS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: FRANCO TORRES BARAJAS TO FRANCO TORRES-BARAJAS; JUREND TORRES TO JOSE JWENAL TORRES; OLGA BARAJAS to OLGA GAUDALUPE BARAJAS 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: 02/08/13, Time: 8:45 A.M., Dept.: 504, Room: N/A The address of the court is 24405 AMADOR STREET, HAYWARD, CA 94544 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county:WHAT’S HAPPENING TRI-CITY VOICE Date: OCTOBER 22, 2012 WINIFRED Y SMITH JUDGE of the Superior Court 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20/12 CNS-2398165#
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 471449 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Chinese Medicine Center, 37200 Meadowbrook Common #105, Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda. Chia-Chi Wang, 37200 Meadowbrook Common #105, Fremont, CA 94536. This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10-31-2012. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Wang, Chia-Chi This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 31, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/20, 11/27, 12/4, 12/11/12 CNS-2410084# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 471652 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Sugar High Desert Dispensary, 2036 New Park Mall, Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda. Kristen Leann Hiller, 38343 Hamlin St., Fremont, CA 94536. Jacquelyne Renee Parish, 6354A Buena Vista Dr., Newark, CA 94560. This business is conducted by a joint venture The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Kristen Leann Hiller This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 6, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/20, 11/27, 12/4, 12/11/12 CNS-2409596# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 471685 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Charlang Auto, 1940 Springwater Dr., Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Omid Haidari Kahkesh, 1940 Springwater Dr., Fremont, CA 94539 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/14/2009. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Omid Haidari Kahkesh This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 7, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4/12 CNS-2406501# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 471691 The following person(s) is (are) doing business
as: Valero Nanua Auto Repair, 26978 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward, CA 94545, County of Alameda; Mailing Address: 44620 Highland Pl, Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Nanua Auto Repair Inc., 44620 Highland Pl., Fremont, CA 94539; California This business is conducted by a Corporation. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 5/24/12. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Hari Krishan Saini, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 7, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4/12 CNS-2406232# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 470938 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Women of Lace, 42757 Gatewood St., Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Carol Helstrom, 42757 Gatewood St., Fremont, CA 94538 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Carol Helstrom, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 17, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4/12 CNS-2405003# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 471324 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Diego Marcial Rios Art & Design Works (DMRAD), 4552 Leonato Way, Fremont, CA 94555, County of Alameda Diego Marcial Rios, 4552 Leonato Way, Fremont, CA 94555 Anna Rios, 4552 Leonato Way, Fremont, CA 94555 This business is conducted by Husband and wife. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Diego Marcial Rios, Anna Rios This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 29, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4/12 CNS-2404296# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 471282 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Ynspyre, 35221 Noel Place, Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Kshama Lodha, 35221 Noel Place, Fremont, CA 94536 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/24/2012. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Kshama Lodha This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 25, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/12 CNS-2403500# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 471146 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: C/A Associates, 225 W. Winton Ave., #125, Hayward, CA 94544, County of Alameda James F. Collins, 840 Sueirro St., Hayward, CA 94541 Vishal Anand, 32779 Sumac St., Union City, CA 94587 This business is conducted by Co-Partners. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Vishal Anand, James F. Collins This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 23, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/12 CNS-2403363# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 471292 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Shanghai Bistro, 1793 Decoto Rd., Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda; Mailing Address: 1444 Washo Dr., Fremont, CA 94539 Tian Yuan Yang, 1773 Decoto Rd., Union City, CA 94587 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Tian Yuan Yang This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 26, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence
address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/12 CNS-2403151# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 470800 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Dynasty Enterprise, 2211 Parkside Drive, Ste. G, Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Richard I. Hashimoto, Co-Trustee of the Richard I. Hashimoto and June L. Hashimoto 1993 Trust, 46000 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont, CA 94527 Steven C. Fong, Co-Trustee of the Fong Family Trust as amended and restated, 1623 Edgehill Ct., San Leandro, CA 94577 Roger P. Lusch, Co-Trustee of the Lusch Family Trust, 893 Barcelona Dr., Fremont, CA 94536 Samuel Sosum Law, Co-Trustee of the Samuel S. Law and Jean M. Law Declaration of Trust dtd April 2, 1984, 1510 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94303 Robert Glen South, Jr., 1884 Flynn Creek Rd., Gainesboro, TN 38562 Diane K. Lusch, Co-Trustee of the Lusch Family Trust, 893 Barcelona Drive, Fremont, CA 94536 June L. Hashimoto, Co-Trustee of the Richard I. Hashimoto and June L. Hashimoto 1993 Trust, 46000 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont, CA 94539 Jean M. Law, Co-Trustee of the Samuel S. Law and Jean M. Law Declaration of Trust dtd April 2, 1984, 1510 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94303 Janice C. Fong, Co-Trustee of the Fong Family Trust as amended and restated, 1623 Edgehill Court, San Leandro, CA 94577 This business is conducted by a General partnership. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on April 1, 2007. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Richard I. Hashimoto, Co-Trustee of the Richard I. Hashimoto and June L. Hashimoto 1993 Trust, General Partner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 15, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/12 CNS-2402555# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 470786 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Parkside Dynasty, 2211 Parkside Drive, Ste. G, Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Richard I. Hashimoto, Co-Trustee of the Richard I. Hashimoto and June L. Hashimoto 1993 Trust, 46000 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont, CA 94539 Steven C. Fong, Co-Trustee of the Fong Family Trust as amended and restated, 1623 Edgehill Court, San Leandro, CA 94577 Roger P. Lusch, Co-Trustee of the Lusch Family Trust, 893 Barcelona Drive, Fremont, CA 94536 Samuel Sosum Law, Co-Trustee of the Samuel S. Law and Jean M. Law Trust dtd April 1984, 1510 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94303 Robert Glen South, Jr., 1884 Flynn Creek Road, Gainesboro, TN 38562 Janice C. Fong, Co-Trustee of the Fong Family Trust as amended and restated, 1623 Edgehill Court, San Leandro, CA 94577 Karen M. Ingram, Trustee of the Ingram 1982 Trust dtd June 16, 1982, as amended and restated, 271 Stratford Place, Los Altos, CA 94022 June L. Hashimoto, Co-Trustee of the Richard I. Hashimoto and June L. Hashimoto 1993 Trust, 46000 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont, CA 94539 Diane K. Lusch, Co-Trustee of the Lusch Family Trust, 893 Barcelona Drive, Fremont, CA 94536 Jean H. Law, Co-Trustee of the Samuel S. Law and Jean M. Law Trust dtd April 2, 1984, 1510 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94303 This business is conducted by a General partnership. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on May 17, 1988. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Richard I. Hashimoto, Co-Trustee of the Richard I. Hashimoto and June L. Hashimoto 1993 Trust, General Partner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 15, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/12 CNS-2402550# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 470771-74 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Winter Wish Media, 2. Winter Wish Design, 3. Winter Wish Studio, 4. Winter Wish Photography, 1126 Quintana Way, Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Shaowen Yao, 1126 Quintana Way, Fremont, CA 94539 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Shaowen Yao This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 15, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/12 CNS-2402427# STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 469890 The following person(s) has (have) abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: La Huasteca Chiquita dba RJ2 Catering & Party Rentals, 7673 Thornton Ave., Newark, CA 94560 The fictitious business name statement for the partnership was filed on 9/20/2012 in the County of Alameda. Rafael Sanchez, 7675 Thornton Ave., Newark, CA 94560 Janice Justiniani Velez, 7675 Thornton Ave., Newark, CA 94560 This business was conducted by N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) S/ Rafael Sanchez S/ Janice Velez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 12, 2012. 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/12 CNS-2402012# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 470727-728 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. La Huasteca Chiquita, 2. RJ2 Catering & Party Rental, 7673 Thornton Avenue, Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda Rafael Sanchez, 7675 Thornton Avenue, Newark, CA 94560
Janice Justiniani Velez, 7675 Thornton Avenue, Newark, CA 94560 This business is conducted by Husband and wife. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Rafael Sanchez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 12, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/12 CNS-2402003# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 470671 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Five Ten Auto Sales, 36616 Newark Blvd. Suite B, Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda Amandeep Lal, 36616 Newark Blvd. Suite B, Newark, CA 94560 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Amandeep Lal, Principal This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 11, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20/12 CNS-2399865# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 470798 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Mexifornia, 31679 Hayman St., Hayward, CA 94544, County of Alameda. Jose Luis Morales, 33634 7th Street, Union City, CA 94587. Marina Morales, 33634 7th Street, Union City, CA 94587. This business is conducted by husband and wife. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10-15-12. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Jose Luis Morales Marina Morales This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 15, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20/12 CNS-2398918# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 471057 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Mighty Hauling, 3911 Cosmic Place, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda. Gregory Lofties, 3911 Cosmic Place, Fremont, CA 94538. This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/19/12. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Gregory Lofties This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 19, 2012. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20/12 CNS-2398902# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 471042 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PLATINUM POOL SOLUTIONS, 7198 THORNTON AVE, NEWARK, CA, 94560 MAILING ADDRESS: 35545 PROVANCE ST., NEWARK, CA 94560, County of ALAMEDA JUAN LOPEZ, 35545 PROVANCE ST., NEWARK, CA 94560 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10-18-12 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ JUAN LOPEZ This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on OCTOBER 18, 2012 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20/12 CNS-2398161# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 470438-9 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SIMPLY CLEAN, SIMPLY CLEAN CARPET CLEANING, 1552 E GATE WAY #134, PLEASANTON, CA 94566, County of ALAMEDA M. OSMAN QUDDUS, 1552 E. GATE WAY #134, PLEASANTON, CA 94566 MARYAM ADALAT, 1552 E. GATE WAY #134, PLEASANTON, CA 94566 This business is conducted by A HUSBAND AND WIFE The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ M. OSMAN QUDDUS This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on OCTOBER 3, 2012 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before
November 20, 2012 continued on page 38 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). 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20/12 CNS-2398159#
GOVERNMENT CITY OF UNION CITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the City of Union City for the purpose of considering the following project application: Use Permit (UP-12-007) The applicant, Leeza Popal, is seeking approval of a Use Permit to locate a fitness facility at 2829 Whipple Road (Assessor Parcel Number: 4630045-026-00), which is located in a MS, Special Industrial, zoning district. Notice is also given that this project is exempt under Section 15301, Class 1, Existing Facilities, of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Thursday, December 6, 2012 Said hearing will be held at 7:00 p.m. In the Council Chambers of City Hall, 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City. For further information on the above application, contact Avalon Schultz, Senior Planner, at (510) 675-5321. Written comments regarding these projects should be received by the Planning Division prior to Thursday, December 6, 2012. City Hall is accessible by Union City Transit lines 1A, 1B, 3, 4 and AC Transit line 97. BART riders can transfer to these bus routes at the UC BART station. For information, please contact: Union City Transit at (510) 471-1411, AC Transit at (510) 891-4777, or BART at (510) 465-2278. JOAN MALLOY Economic & Community Development Director 11/20/12 CNS-2410261#
PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF WILFORD OLAN REESE CASE NO. RP12644986
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the lost will or estate, or both, of: Wilford Olan Reese A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Donna Cramer in the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Donna Cramer be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s lost WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The lost 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 on 10-24-2012 at 9:30 in Dept. 201 located at 2120 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way, Berkeley, California 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 deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. 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 formal Request for Special Notice (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: Susan E. Foley Attorney at Law, State Bar #76421, Foley & Foley, 827 Broadway, Suite 220, Oakland, CA 94607, Telephone: 510-547-3788 11/20, 11/27, 12/4/12 CNS-2409586#
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MILDRED DARLENE UNGER CASE NO. RP12-644110
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Mildred Darlene Unger A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Peter Shelton in the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Shelley Mattice 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 on 12/31/12 at 9:30 a.m. in Dept. 201 located at 2120 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley, CA 94709-1109. 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 deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. 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 formal
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Hubris and unacceptable behavior that reside in the area to be discussed and with whom our business has long term and significant financial and economic relationships which would preclude me from participating in this particular discussion.”
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t should not matter which side of the Kimber Park question you favor, a recent email from Councilmember Sue Chan to her fellow councilmembers and City officials should be a shocking signal to everyone. Throughout the debate about the fate of Kimber Park open space, this councilmember has maintained that her inability to fairly assess and balance the information and arguments of either side of the debate was cause for recusal. Now, with her re-election and the possible rejection of owner/developer proposals for Kimber Park Open Space, Chan has suddenly found the ability to be impartial. This, according to her, is due to changed circumstances over the past year. She says that “legal matters and financial relationships” between herself and Kimber Park residents that caused conflicts have now been resolved. Exactly what were these issues? In her recusal statement at City Council on December 6, 2011, Chan stated: “I am requesting to recuse myself from this particular item because of the number of patients and referring sources
She recused again April 17, 2012 Has her relationship with Kimber Park included association with open space owner Sheena Chang? Has that changed? Who does she think she is fooling? Does Councilmember Chan think the Fremont electorate is that naïve? How can such behavior engender trust in our elected officials? Ms. Chan’s sudden change of heart four days before a crucial council decision - should be subject to intense scrutiny by all parties involved. Are the owner and developers so desperate that they seek a favorable decision no matter what stain is left on a vote? What is Ms. Chan’s relationship with Sheena Chang? Was Chan’s re-election effort funded and supported by Ms. Chang? Were promises made in exchange for such support?
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The following is the text of her email: EDUCATION Miriam G. Mazliach
Date: November 16, 2012 8:29:18 PM PST
Subject: Participation in the Matter of the Mission Hills Swim and Tennis Club In 2010 I was not able to participate in the matter of the MISSION HILLS SWIM AND TENNIS CLUB due to a common law conflict of interest. That conflict was due to legal matters and financial relationships that involved many residents of Kimber Park at that time. During the course of this past year circumstances have changed and the factors that would have had the potential to bias my decision- making no longer exist. I now believe that I can be fair and impartial in reviewing this matter so I plan to participate when this matter comes before the City Council on November 20, 2012.
Political shenanigans have appeared in past Fremont politics, but this action competes with the most egregious behavior ever exhibited. This is improper at best and naked corruption at worst. The Fremont City Council should not condone or allow such behavior. A solid vote of censure and rejection of her participation should be the result. Councilmember Suzanne Lee Chan should be ashamed!
Sue Chan
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Holiday Food and Toy Drive SUBMITTED BY CAPT. STEVEN SILVA The Fremont Fire Department is beginning its Holiday Food and Toy Drive. Each holiday season, the Fremont Fire Department accepts donations of non-perishable food and new, unwrapped toys at all 10 Fire Stations, and the Fire Administrative Office at 3300 Capitol Avenue, Building A. Tri-City Volunteers, Inc., who distributes the donations, has provided essential support to Tri-City low-income earners for over 40 years. Last year over 6,000 Holiday food carts and 7,000 Christmas toys were provided to local struggling families. All community members are encouraged to do what they can to assist and despite current economic challenges the donation drive has continued to have great support. Please note that we will begin collecting donations on Friday, November 23rd, and the drive will end on Tuesday, December 18, 2012, earlier than usual. Tri-City is hosting a large Christmas party on December 15 and it is hoped that most donations will be in before that time. Thank you for your support!
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The Campaign for College Opportunity (CCO), a California non-profit organization focused on ensuring that the next generation of California students has the chance to attend college and succeed, recently released a report, Meeting Compliance, but Missing the Mark, detailing the implementation of the Student Transfer Achievement Reform (STAR) Act, Senate Bill 1440, which was passed in 2010. The report shows that although great progress has been made statewide by California Community Colleges (CCC) and California State University (CSU) system leaders in taking steps to implement the reform, many individual campuses lag in creating the necessary pathways for students to transfer, and significant work remains to be done. “When SB 1440 passed two years ago, it was our hope that the transition from a community college to a state university would be seamless and efficient, and that the schools would adopt these pathways quickly,” said Michele Siqueiros, Executive Director of the Campaign for College Opportunity. “Although there has been significant progress, we are disappointed that many individual colleges haven’t created the necessary pathways for their students.” SB 1440 requires that California Community Colleges develop and offer Associate Degrees for Transfer and that California State Universities accept students who earn these degrees with a junior-standing. Students that earn Associate Degrees for Transfer would shorten their time to graduation on a pathway with fewer impediments. To develop the Associate Degree for Transfer, the CCC and CSU systems created a uniform framework of courses for the top 25 academic majors that capture a vast majority of CCC-toCSU transfer students. Students seeking an Associate Degree for Transfer would complete a 60-unit course of study in a major and upon graduation, would be guaranteed admission to a CSU as an entering junior. The study by the Campaign for College Opportunity found that: At the CCC and CSU statewide level, curricula for 24 of the 25 target majors has been established - a significant achievement that makes the next steps in implementation possible The level of implementation at individual colleges is not uniform. An average of just five degrees have been
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developed by each of the 112 CCCs. Only 18 of the CCCs have developed at least nine of the initial 18 majors. 18 colleges have met just the minimum standards by establishing only two Associate Degrees for Transfer. The CSUs also showed wide variance in adoption of the major transfer pathways. Only four of the 22 CSU campuses have approved 100 percent of the initial 20 majors. Only 10 of the 23 campuses have approved more than 80 percent of the options within the 20 majors. For example, in the Bay Area, the College of San Mateo has adopted 11 pathways, Mission College has adopted 10 and Cañada College has adopted eight. This number is considerably better than colleges such as College of Alameda, Foothill College and San Jose Community College which only have adopted two pathways. To significantly increase the number of degree pathways available to students through SB 1440, this report outlines implementable recommendations that can be adopted through statute, regulation, or practice. Overall, the Campaign for College Opportunity recommends: Greater accountability; Firm timelines for implementation; Sharing of information; and Adoption of best practices to help lagging institutions. “The Campaign for College Opportunity developed SB 1440 for California to create a clear, statewide transfer pathway for students,” said Siqueiros. “The Campaign is confident that with the support of the community and key stakeholders, campuses will adopt each of the pathways for an Associate Degree for Transfer. The Campaign will continue to work with stakeholders to ensure that robust implementation of an Associate Degree for Transfer is realized for millions of California students.” “I look forward to working with CSU Chancellor White and CCC Chancellor Harris in the coming year to advance implementation of SB 1440 so that more students can achieve their higher education goals. I am prepared to introduce legislation if necessary to ensure that we continue to raise the bar and fully implement SB 1440,” added Sen. Padilla. For more information, visit www.CollegeCampaign.org
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Medicare: An Overview of Coverage and Options SUBMITTED BY ALAMEDA COUNTY LIBRARY This program provides an overview of the Medicare program including eligibility, costs, benefits, and recent changes. It will explain various options for supplementing Medicare such as Medicare Supplement Plans (Medigaps), Medicare Advantage Plans and Medi-Cal, and provides information on Medicare’s prescription drug benefits. Presented by the Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program (HICAP) of Legal Assistance for Seniors. Open Enrollment 2012 begins October 15 and ends December 7 Wed. Nov. 28 FREMONT MAIN LIBRARY 1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. 2400 Stevenson Blvd. (510) 745-1401 Wed. Dec. 5 UNION CITY LIBRARY 1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. 34007 Alvarado-Niles Rd. (510) 745-1464
BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE Alameda County Bookmobile stops Renew books by phone (510) 790-8096 For more information (510) 745-1477 Tuesday, November 20 9:45–10:15 Preschool Storytimes UNION CITY 10:45–11:15 Preschool Storytimes FREMONT 2:15 – 3:00 Preschool Storytimes NEWARK 4:30 – 5:20 Weibel School, 45135 South Grimmer Blvd., FREMONT 5:50 – 6:40 Booster Park, Gable Dr. & McDuff Ave., FREMONT Wednesday, November 21 12:45 – 2:15 Glenmoor School, 4620 Mattos Drive, FREMONT 3:50 – 4:20 California School for the Deaf, 39350 Gallaudet Dr., FREMONT 6:00 – 6:30 Camellia Dr. & Camellia Ct., FREMONT Monday, November 26 9:30–10:05 Preschool Storytimes UNION CITY 10:25–10:55 Preschool Storytimes City UNION CITY 1:45–2:45 Delaine Eastin School, 34901 Eastin Dr., UNION CITY 4:15–4:45 Contempo Homes, 4190 Gemini Dr., UNION CITY 5:15–6:45 Forest Park School, Deep Creek Rd. & Maybird Circle, FREMONT
Tuesday, November 27 9:15–11:00 Preschool Storytimes FREMONT 2:00–2:30 Preschool Storytimes FREMONT 2:30 – 3:25 Cabrillo School, 36700 San Pedro Dr., FREMONT 4:45 – 5:30 Baywood Apts., 4275 Bay St, FREMONT 5:50 – 6:30 Jerome Ave. and Ohlones St., FREMONT Wednesday, November 21 1:00 – 1:45 Hillside School, 15980 Marcella St., SAN LEANDRO 2:00 – 2:45 Eden House Apts., 1601 165th Ave., SAN LEANDRO 3:15– 3:45 Baywood Ct., 21966 Dolores St., CASTRO VALLEY 6:00 – 6:30 Camellia Dr. & Camellia Ct., FREMONT
Milpitas Bookmobile stops Renew books by phone (800) 471-0991 For more information (408) 293-2326 x3060
Wednesday, November 28 1:45-3:00 Foothill School, 1919 Landess Ave., MILPITAS 3:15-3:45 Friendly Village Park, 120 Dixon Landing Rd., MILPITAS
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ASSEMBLY OF GOD Calvary Assembly of Milpitas 130 Piedmont Rd. Milpitas (408) 946-5464 www.camilpitas.org Christian Life Center 33527 Western Ave., Union City 510-489-7045 Convergence House of Prayer 40645 Fremont Blvd., Ste 16, Fremont 510-656-2335 www.ichop.org Harbor Light Church 4760 Thornton Ave., Fremont 510-744-2233 www.harborlight.com Light of the World Christian Center Assembly of God 43297 Osgood Rd., Fremont 510-651-5922 Templo De La Cruz All services in English 24362 Thomas Ave., Hayward 510-886-1644 www.tdlc.org
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Shiloh Baptist Church 22582 South Garden Ave., Hayward 510-783-4066 shilohbc @sbcglobal.net Warm Springs Church 111 E. Warren Ave., Fremont 510-657-4082 www.warmspringschurch.org
BUDDHIST Buddhanusorn Thai Temple 36054 Niles Blvd., Fremont 510-790-2294 Purple Lotus Temple 30139 Industrial Pkwy SW, Unit J&K, Hayward 510-489-8868 www.plbs.org/www.purplelotus.org So. Alameda County Buddhist Church 32975 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City 510-471-2581 www.sacbc.org
CATHOLIC Corpus Christi Church 37891 Second St., Fremont 510-790-3207 www.corpuschristifremont.org Holy Spirit Catholic Church 37588 Fremont Blvd., Fremont 510-797-1660 www.holyspiritfremont.org Old Mission San Jose Church 43266 Mission Blvd., Fremont 510-657-1797
Bay Area Baptist Church 38517 Birch St., Newark 510-797-8882 www.bayareabaptist.org
Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish 41933 Blacow Rd., Fremont 510-657-4043 www.guadalupe-parish.org
Berean Baptist Church 2929 Peralta Blvd., Fremont 510-792-3928
Our Lady of the Rosary Church 703 C St., Union City 510-471-2609 www.olrchurch.org
Calvary Baptist Church 28924 Ruus Rd., Hayward 510-589-9677 Chinese Independent Baptist Church 37365 Centralmont Pl., Fremont 510-796-0114 www.cibcfremont.org Christ Centered Missionary Baptist Church 22979 Maud Ave., Hayward Community Church of Hayward 26555 Gading Rd., Hayward 510-782-8593 Fairway Park Baptist Church 425 Gresel St., Hayward 510-471-0200 www.FPBC.org First Baptist Church of Newark 6320 Dairy Ave., Newark 510-793-4810 Heritage Baptist Church 2960 Merced St., San Leandro 510-357-7023 www.hbc.org Landmary Missionary Baptist Church 573 Bartlett Ave., Hayward 510-918-0663 www.LMBCHAYWARD.org Memorial Baptist Church 4467 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont 510/657-5522 www.bmaca.org/fremont2.html Mission Peak Baptist Church 41354 Roberts Ave., Fremont 510-656-5311 www.missionpeakbaptist.org Mission Way Baptist Church 38891 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 797-7689 New Hope Baptist Church 925 F St., Union City 510-487-7472 Palma Ceia Baptist Church 28605 Ruus Road, Hayward 510-786-2866 www.palmaceiachurch.org Park Victoria Baptist Church 875 S. Park Victoria Dr., Milpitas 408-263-9000 www.parkvictoria.org Pathway Community Church 4500 Thornton Ave., Fremont 510-797-7910 www.pathwaycommunity.info Resurrection Baptist Church 1221 Pacific Ave., San Leandro 510.363.3085 www.therbchurch.org
St Anne Catholic Church 32223 Cabello St., Union City (510) 471-7766 St. Elizabeth Catholic Church 750 Sequoia Dr., Milpitas 408-262-8100 St. James the Apostle 34700 Fremont Blvd. (w. of Decoto Rd.), Fremont 510-792-1962 www.sjapostle.net St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish 279 S. Main St., Milpitas 408-262-2546 www.sjbparish.org
CHINESE CHRISTIAN Home of Christ Church 35479 Dumbarton Ct., Newark 510-742-6848 www.hoc6.org Silicon Valley Alliance Church 38325 Cedar Blvd., Newark 510-668-1989 www.svacnewark.org
CHRISTIAN Abundant Grace Community Church meets at SDA Church 32441, Pulaski Dr, Hayward (650)575-3345 http://www.abundantgcc.org/ Bay Area Dream Center 22100 Princeton St., Hayward Calvary Bible Church of Milpitas 1757 Houret Ct., Milpitas 408-262-4900 www.calvarybiblechurch.us
Christ's Chosen Vessel Ministries International (Meets at Spring Valley Bible Church Building, 220 S. Main St. Milpitas (650) 834-3776 Christ Community Church of Milpitas 1000 S. Park Victoria Dr., Milpitas 408-262-8000 www.cccmilpitas.org Christian Life Church 1699 Orchard Ave., San Leandro 510-483-8940 www.clife-church.org Christian Worship Center 241 So. Main St., Milpitas 408-263-0406 http://www.cwcsj.org Church of Christ 977 Grant Ave., San Lorenzo 510-276-4693 www.church-of-christ.org/slzca Church of Christ of Fremont 4300 Hanson Ave., Fremont 510--797-3695 www.fremontchurchofchrist.org Church of Christ – Hayward 22307 Montgomery St., Hayward 510-582-9830 www.haywardchurchofchrist.org Church of Christ South Hayward 320 Industrial Pkwy.,Hayward 510-581-3351 www.churchofchristhayward.com Discovery Fremont 38891 Mission Blvd. (@ Walnut), Fremont 510-797-7689 East Bay Christian Fellowship 1111 H Street, Union City 510-487-0605 www.ebcf.net Emmanuel Mission Church 5885 Smith Ave., Newark (510) 793-6332 www.cmalliance.org Family Bible Fellowship 37620 Filbert St., Newark 510-505-1735 www.fbfministries.org Fremont Asian Christian Church Meets Centerville Community Center 3355 Country Drive, Fremont 510-795-2828 www.fremontasianchristianchurch.org Fremont Community Church 39700 Mission Blvd., Fremont 510-657-0123 www.gofcc.org Fremont Journey of Faith Church 39009 Cindy St., Fremont 510-793-2100 www.jof-fremont.com Good Shepherd South Asian Ministry MultiCultural Worship 4211 Carol Ave., Fremont 510-552-4476 gssam@sbcglobal.net Grace Church Fremont Multi-Ethnic 36060 Fremont Blvd., Fremont 510-936-1423 www.gracechurchfremont.org Great Exchange Covenant Church Fremont (GRX) Sunday Services at Cabello Elementary School 4500 Cabello St., Union City www.grxfremont.org Hayward First Church of the Nazarene 26221 Gading Rd., Hayward 510-732-0777
Calvary Chapel Fremont 42986 Osgood Rd., Fremont 510-656-8979 www.calvaryfremont.org
Hillside Alliance Church 944 Central Blvd. Hayward (510) 889-1501 www.hillsidealliance.org
Calvary Chapel Hayward 1244 B St., Hayward 510-396-0318 www.calvaryhayward.com
Hope Lighthouse Foursquare church 36883 Niles Blvd., Fremont 510-796-0730
Calvary Chapel San Leandro Marina Community Center 15301 Wicks Blvd San Leandro 510-421-3207 www.calvarysanleandro.com Cedar Blvd. Neighborhood Church 38325 Cedar Blvd., Newark 510-791-8555 www.cbnc.net
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InRoads Christian Church 3111 Washington Blvd., Fremont 510-657-0251 www.inroadschurch.com Jyoti Fellowship church Located in First Church of the Nazarene 26221 Gading Rd., Hayward 510-427-0491
Liberty Church International Veteran’s Bldg., 37154 Second St. (Fremont Niles) 510-324-1400 www.libertyvision.org Mount Olive Ministries 1989 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas 408-262-0506 www.mt-olive.org New Covenant Evangelistic Christian Center 3801 Smith St., Union City 510-487-0886 New Life Community Church 39370 Civic Center Dr. #119 Fremont 510-432-9250 www.newlifeeastbay.org New Life Christian Fellowship 22360 Redwood Road Castro Valley, 510-582-2261 www.newlifebayarea.org New Life Church 4130 Technology Pl., Fremont 510-657-9191 Newlifechurchofsf.org Our Father’s House 42776 Albrae St., Fremont 510-796-1117 www.ourfathershousefremont.org Resonate Church at the Fremont Adult School 4700 Calaveras Ave., Fremont 510-226-2800 www.resonatemovement.org ROADMAP FELLOWSHIP International Best Western Plus Inn 360 W. 'A' St.,Hayward 510-574-5663 San Lorenzo Japanese Christian Church 615 Lewelling Blvd., San Leandro 510-483-9455 www.slzjcc.org Solid Rock Church of God In Christ 5970 Thornton Ave., Newark 510-791-7625 www.solidrockcogic.org Tree of Life. Lord's Harvest Christian Church 4140 Peralta Blvd., Fremont 510-739-6133 www.living-tree.org WORD OF LIFE - A Foursquare Church 1675 Graham Ave., Newark 510-754-9438
CHRISTIAN (ESPANOL) Arbol de Vida 4140 Peralta Blvd., Fremont 510-790-2140 Iglesia Apostolica de Union City 33700 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City 510-489-0687 www.ucapostolic.org Iglesia Biblica El Faro 280 Mowry Ave., Fremont Estudio Bíblico 510-585-1701 lbfchurch.org Ministerios Cosecha "Fuente de Vida" 4360 Central Ave., Fremont (510) 573-1800 mcofremont@yahoo.com Mision Hispana Esperanza Viva 4673 Thornton Ave. Suite P, Fremont 510-754-5618 www.esperanzaviva.org
CHRISTIAN FILIPINO Christian Fellowship International Church (Meets in the Park Victoria Baptist Church bldg.) 875 S. Park Victoria Dr., Milpitas 408-386-2215 http://cficmilpitas.multiply.com/ Christ's Chosen Vessel Ministries International (Meets at Spring Valley Bible Church Building) 220 S. Main St., Milpitas 650-834-3776 Light By The Mountain Church 606 H St., Union City 510-378-0159
Word International Ministries 35501 Cedar Blvd., Newark 510-366-5995 www.wordinternational.com
CHRISTIAN INDONESIAN Graceful Christian Community Church At Immanuel Presbyterian Church 4333 Hansen Ave., Fremont 510-792-1831 www.gracefulcommunity.org Adonai Indonesian Christian Fellowship 2603 Quail Ct., Union City 510-475-5377
CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) Niles Discovery Church 255 H St., Fremont 510-797-0895 nilesdiscoverychurch.org
CHRISTIAN REFORMED Christ’s Community Church 25927 Kay Ave., Hayward 510-782-6010 ccchayward@sbcglobal.net
EPISCOPAL St. James Episcopal Church 37051 Cabrillo Terr., Fremont 510-797-1492 www.saintj.com Holy Cross Episcopal Church Heyer and Center St., Castro Valley 510 - 889-7233 www.holycrosscv.org
EVANGELICAL COVENANT South Bay Community Church 47385 Warm Springs Blvd., Fremont 510-490-9500 www.sobcc.org
EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF AMERICA Newark Community Church 37590 Sycamore St., Newark 510-796-7729 www.newarkcommunitychurch.org Asian Indian Church Ministries Meet at Newark Community Church 510-795-7770 www.asianindianchurchministries.org
HINDU TEMPLE Paramahamsa Nithyananda Meditation - Sundays 451 Los Coches St., Milpitas 510-813 6474 www.LifeBliss.org Shreemaya Krishnadham 25 Corning Ave., Milpitas 408-586-0006 www.bayvp.org
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Vedic Dharma Samaj Hindu Temple and Cultural Center 3676 Delaware Dr., Fremont 510-659-0655 www.fremonttemple.org
JEWISH Congregation Shir Ami 4529 Malabar Ave., Castro Valley 510-537-1787 www.congshirami.org
Grace Lutheran Church LCMS 1836 B St., Hayward 510-581-6620 Holy Redeemer Lutheran Church 35660 Cedar Blvd., Newark 510-793-1911 office@hrlc-newark.org Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 38801 Blacow Rd., Fremont 510-793-6285 www.holytrinityfremont.org
Temple Beth Torah 42000 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont 510-656-7141 www.bethtorah-fremont.org
KOREAN NC HAN MA EUM KOREAN CHURCH 4500 Thornton Ave., Fremont 510-661-9079 www.j-church.org
LDS (MORMON) Bayside Ward 36400 Haley St., Newark 510-796-0914 Centerville Ward 38134 Temple Way, Fremont 510-797-1200
Hope Lutheran Church 3800 Beard Rd., Fremont 510-793-8691 http://hopelutheranfremont.org/ Memorial Lutheran Chapel for the Deaf 874 Washington Blvd., Fremont 510-276-3860 Messiah Lutheran Church 25400 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward WWW.messiahhayward.org 510-782-6727 Oromo Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church 100 Hacienda Ave., San Lorenzo 510-276-7980 ollibuse@yahoo.com Our Savior Church & Preschool 858 Washington Blvd., Fremont 510-657-3191 www.oslfremont.com
Central Park Ward 820 Walnut Ave., Fremont 510-795-6658 Fremont (Deaf) Branch 820 Walnut Ave., Fremont Glenmoor Ward 38134 Temple Way, Fremont 510-793-8060 Irvington Ward 510-656-8754 510-656-7522 (Foyers) Mission Peak Ward (English and Chinese) 48851 Green Valley Rd., Fremont 510-657-2156 510-623-7496 (Foyer) Newark (Spanish) Branch 36400 Haley St., Newark
LUTHERAN Chinese Mission of Hope Evangelical-Lutheran Church 3800 Beard Rd, Fremont 510-938-0505 http://www.hopelutheranfremont.org/zh.html Calvary Lutheran Church & School (Behind Wendy’s) 17200 Via Magdalena, San Lorenzo 510-278-2555 Sch 278-2598 www.calvaryslz.com Christ the King Lutheran Church 1301 Mowry Ave., Fremont 510-797-3724 www.Ctkfremont.org Epiphany Lutheran Church ELCA 16248 Carolyn St., San Leandro 510-278-5133 www.eastbayepiphany.org Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 166 W. Harder Rd., Hayward Iglesia Luterana "El Buen Pastor" 510-782-0872 www.gslchayward.org Good Shepherd South Asian Ministry 4211 Carol Ave., Fremont 510-656-0900 www.gssam.org
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church/School 38451 Fremont Blvd., Fremont 510-793-3366 www.popfremont.org St. Steven Lutheran Church Meets at Grace Lutheran Church 1836 B. St., Hayward 510-581-6637 www.ststephenclc.org
METHODIST African Methodist Episcopal Church 201 E St., Union City 510-489-7067 www.tricityame.org First Chinese United Methodist Church 2856 Washington Blvd. Fremont (510) 490 – 0696 www.chinesemethodist.org First United Methodist Church 1183 B St., Hayward www.southhaywardumc.org First United Methodist Church 2950 Washington Blvd, Fremont 510-490-0200 www.fremont-methodist.org South Hayward UMC 628 Schafer Rd., Hayward (510) 780-9599 www.southhaywardumc.org St. Paul United Methodist 33350 Peace Terr., Fremont 510-429-3990 www.stpaulumcfremont.org VICTORY CENTER A.M.E. ZION CHURCH 33450 Ninth Street- Union City 510-429-8700
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Al-Medinah Educational Center: Masjid & School 5445 Central Ave., Newark
NON DENOMINATIONAL Cathedral of Faith–Milpitas Service held at: Curtner Elementary School 275 Redwood Ave., Milpitas www.cathedraloffaith.org Central Church of Christ 38069 Martha Avenue, #100 Fremont 510-792-2858 Crossroads Church 41386 Fremont Blvd., Fremont 510-651-0301 www.crossroadsfremont.org Fremont Community Church 39700 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 657-0123 www.gofcc.org Grace Church Fremont 36060 Fremont Blvd., Fremont 510-936-1423 www.gracechurchfremont.org Heavenly Christ's Church (Meets in Calvary Lutheran Church) 17200 Via Magdalena San Lorenzo 510-303-5592 Mission Springs Community Church 48989 Milmont Dr., Fremont 510-490-0446 www.msccfremont.org Morning Star Church 36120 Ruschin Dr., Newark 510-676-1453 www.msconline.org New Birth Christian Ministry Center 3565 Arden Rd., Hayward 510-782-1937 New Seed of Faith Ministry 36600 Niles Blvd., Fremont www.nsofm.com 510 612-4832 Revelation Christian Fellowship 1670 Orchard Ave., San Leandro 510-352-4707 www.revelationcf.org True Jesus Church 1190 Davis St., San Leandro 510-522-2125 www.tjc.org Victory Outreach Fremont 40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont 510-683-4660 info@vofremont.org
ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN St. Christina Orthodox Church 3612 Peralta Ave., Fremont 510-739-0908 www.stchristinaorthodox.org
PENTECOSTAL Glad Tidings Church of God in Christ 27689 Tyrrell Ave., Hayward 510-783-9377 www.gladtidingscogic.com
Islamic Society of East Bay 33330 Peace Terr., Fremont 510-429-4732 www.iseb.org
Union City Apostolic Church 33700 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City 510-489-0687 www.ucapostolic.org
Milpitas Adventist Center 1991 Landess Ave., Milpitas 408 726-5331 www.milpitas.netadventist.org
SIKHISM
PRESBYTERIAN
Fremont Gurdwara 300 Gurdwara Rd., Fremont 510-790-0177 www.fremontgurdwara.org
Centerville Presbyterian Church 4360 Central Ave., Fremont 510-793-3575 www.cpcfremont.org
UNITARIAN
First Presbyterian Church of Hayward 2490 Grove Way, Castro Valley (510) 581-6203 http://firstpreshayward.com First Presbyterian Church of Newark 35450 Newark Blvd., Newark 510-797-8811 www.newarkpres.org First Presbyterian Church San Leandro 180 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro 510-483-2772 FPCSanLeandro.org Immanuel Presbyterian Church of Fremont 4333 Hansen Ave., Fremont 510-494-8020 www.ipcf.net Irvington Presbyterian Church 4181 Irvington Ave. (corner Chapel & Irvington), Fremont 510-657-3133 New Bridges Presbyterian Church 26236 Adrian Ave., Hayward 510-786-9333 newbridgespresby@gmail.com
REFORMED CHURCH IN AMERICA
Mission Peak Unitarian Universalist Congregation (meets at FUMC's Cole Hall) 2950 Washington Blvd., Fremont 510-252-1477 http://www.missionpeakuu.org/
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST Eden United Church of Christ 21455 Birch St. @ Grove Way, Hayward 510-582-9533 www.edenucc.com Filipino American United Church of Christ 4587 Peralta Blvd., Fremont 510-797-8408 filamucc@sbcglobal.net Filipino-American Evangelical UCC Meets at: Fremont Community Center 40204 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont 510-487-3891 www.faeucc.org Fremont Congregational Church 38255 Blacow Rd., Fremont 510-793-3970 www.fremontucc.net Niles Discovery Church 255 H St., Fremont 510-797-0895 www.nccucc.org
New Hope Community Church 2190 Peralta Blvd., Fremont 510-739-0430 www.newhopefremont.org
RELIGIOUS SCIENCE Center For Spiritual LivingFremont 40155 Blacow Rd., Fremont 510-656-9955 www.CSL-Fremont.org
SALVATION ARMY Hayward Citadel Corps 430 A St., Hayward 510- 581 - 6444 The Tri-Cities Corps 36700 Newark Blvd., Newark 510-793-6319 Korean Congregation Army 36700 Newark Blvd., Newark 510 - 793 - 6319
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST
San Lorenzo Community Church 945 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo 510-276-4808 The Little Brown Church 141 Kilkare Rd., Sunol 925-862-2004 www.littlebrownchurchofsunol.org United Church of Hayward 30540 Mission Blvd. Hayward (510) 471-4452 www.haywarducc.org
UNITY CHURCH Unity of Fremont 36600 Niles Blvd., Fremont (in the future home of Niles Discovery Church 510-797-5234 www.unityoffremont.org
VIETNAMESE CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Community Seventh-Day Church 606 H St., Union City 510-429-8446 www.unioncity22.adventistchurchconnect.org/ East Bay Fil-Am Seventh Day Adventist Church 32441 Pulaski Dr., Hayward 510-324-1597 Fremont Chinese Seventh-Day Adventist Church 1301 Mowry, Fremont 415-585-4440 or 408-616-9535
Vietnamese Christian & Missionary Alliance Church 38325 Cedar Blvd., Newark 510-623-9063 www.htnewark.org
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Cal prosecutors seek to jump start death penalty In response to a judge’s order prompted by Morales’ lawsuit, prison officials spent nearly $1 million to construct a sparkling new lethal injection facility that looks and feels like a high-tech hospital room, replacing the dark and decades-old gas chamber that was used in the past. They’ve also trained a new team of guards to carry out executions and revised their protocols and say the state is now ready to resume executions. Morales lawyers argue that the state still hasn’t done enough to ensure California’s executions are constitutional. A federal judge plans to hold a hearing on the matter later before making a decision, which could lead to the resumption of executions.
But a growing number of death penalty supporters like the Criminal Justice Legal Foundation in Sacramento say Gov. Jerry Brown and lawmakers can hasten executions if they move quickly to change state’s death penalty to a single drug. “The State of Washington carried out an execution six months after adoption of the new method,” said Michael Rushford, president of the foundation, “and California can also.” Rushford also said new laws limiting death penalty appeals and the admittance of more defense attorneys deemed qualified to handle such cases will also speed up the process. McGregor Scott, a former U.S. Attorney in Sacramento and a leader of the
campaign against Proposition 34, said death penalty supporters would attempt to put a measure of their own in the 2014 ballot if lawmakers fail to adopt a onedrug injection for California. “Other states have corrected the same problems, and it is now time for California to do the same,” Scott said in a prepared statement Nov. 7 after Proposition 34 was officially declared a loser. “If the Legislature continues to abandon its responsibility by refusing to implement common-sense reforms then we will put our full support behind a ballot initiative to get the job done in 2014.” On the other side of the debate, supporters of the ballot measure vowed to continue fighting to end capital punish-
ment in California. They said they would support the pending lawsuits and oppose attempts to restart executions with a single drug while working toward another campaign to end the death penalty, either through the Legislature or the ballot box. Proposition 34 campaign officials said that support for the death sentences is eroding in California, noting that 71 percent of the electorate voted to reinstate capital punishment in 1978 compared to the 52 percent who voted against Proposition 34 on election day. “We are going to move forward with the voters,’’ said Natasha Minsker, an ACLU attorney who managed the Proposition 34 campaign. ``Fifty-two percent of the vote is not a mandate.”
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We meet Thursdays at 12:15 p.m. Washington Hospital West 2500 Mowry Ave. Conrad Anderson Auditorium, Fremont
First Tuesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. October through June St. James Episcopal Church 37051 Cabrillo Terrace (off Thornton Ave., Fremont) maryingold06@sbcglobal.net (510)656-2521
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Fridays at 12:15 p.m. Papillon Restaurant 37296 Mission Blvd. Fremont (510) 656-5056 Visit our club. See why we
We meet the third Tuesday of every month at 7pm Niles Veterans Building 37154 2nd Street, Fremont susan.peters251@yahoo.com 510656-6848
Screenings on the Second Saturday of each month except August 1:30pm, Niles Discovery Church 255 H Steet at 3rd 510-797-0895 www.TriCityPerspectives.org
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Today there is a solution. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous Mondays, 7:00 – 8:30 PM Centerville Presbyterian Church, Room E-204 4360 Central Ave., Fremont Teri M. 510-757-8214 www.foodaddicts.org
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Is Food a Problem for You? Overeaters Anonymous NO dues - NO fees - NO diets Monday 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. St. James Episcopal Church 37051 Cabrillo Ter, Fremont Saturday 10:30 a.m. - Noon 1st Presbyterian Church 35450 Newark Blvd, Newark southernalamedacountyoa.org
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Free yourself from any hurt, hang-up or habit Join us at 33450 9th Street Union City Thursdays, 7pm - 9pm or call anytime 510-586-5747 or 510-520-2769
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FREE Restraining Order Clinic (Domestic Violence) Mon @ San Leandro PD 9am-Noon Tues @ Hayward PD 1–4 pm Wed @ SAVE’s Office 9am-1pm Office (510) 574-2250 24/7 Hotline (510) 794-6055 www.save-dv.org
Holiday Gift Faire: food, goodies, & Hanukkah items Sunday, Nov 11, 10am-2p.m. Family Services: Fri., Nov 16, 7p.m. Hanukkah Dinner & Service: Fri, December 14, 7p.m. www.bethtorah-fremont.org (510) 656-7141
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HOME SALES REPORT MILPITAS | TOTAL SALES: 08 Highest $: 930,000 Median $: Lowest $: 280,000 Average $: ADDRESS
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247 Arbor Way 280 Heath Street 563 Kevenaire Drive 367 Laguna Drive 1474 North Hillview Drive 255 Reflections Way 264 Shimmer Court 807 Valencia Drive
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NEWARK | TOTAL SALES: 05 Highest $: 500,000 Median $: Lowest $: 206,000 Average $: ADDRESS
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37608 Crocus Court 94560 6298 Dairy Avenue 94560 6242 Jarvis Avenue 94560 6292 Joaquin Murieta Avenue #345F94560 8569 Peachtree Avenue 94560
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SAN LEANDRO | TOTAL SALES:07 Highest $: 425,000 Median $: 340,000 Lowest $: 125,000 Average $: 310,071 ADDRESS
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314 Accolade Drive 2165 Bradhoff Avenue 228 Castro Street 442 Lloyd Avenue 14950 Portofino Circle 1420 Thrush Avenue #53 1027 Mersey Avenue
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4507 Arce Street 32792 Artistry Loop 4901 Bridgepointe Place 109 Cascades Circle 2419 Diablo Place 2276 Greer Court 32722 Ithaca Street 32451 Joyce Way 3032 Miraloma Way 4722 Palos Way 2465 Regal Drive 33041 Regents Boulevard 31225 Shorebird Drive
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Target told investors Thursday that it hasn’t offered layaway like Wal-Mart because its customers haven’t asked for it. Still, the retailer is playing up value. Target for the first time is matching prices that customers find on identical products at some online competitors this holiday season, including Walmart.com and Amazon.com. The price match program, which covers the period from Nov. 1 through Dec. 16, is an attempt to combat the ``showrooming’’ trend in which shoppers use their smartphones
while they’re in stores to browse for products at cheaper prices. Target’s customers may be a little more resilient than Wal-Mart’s to the economy’s woes, but Target officials said that the retailer expects shoppers to remain cautious “Our research with (customers) indicates they are continuing to shop with discipline, focusing on lists and budgets and occasionally splurging on more discretionary items,” said Target’s Tesija.
Drinks for Designated Drivers SUBMITTED BY JANNA HAYNES The California Office of Traffic Safety is launching a new component to its ongoing anti-drunk driving public awareness campaign, a new yearlong effort that will target designated sober drivers by featuring a monthly non-alcoholic Designated Driver Drink, or “DDrink” promotion. This new campaign element is in partnership with bars and restaurants throughout California. With the use of interesting and creative new non-alcoholic drink concoctions, the promotion helps encourage bar patrons and partygoers to consider DDrinks as an alternative to just water or soft drinks for those who have the important role of designated sober driver. DDrink recipes were submitted by 12 food and drink establishments in Sacramento, Santa Barbara, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles. In support of the campaign, OTS has added an interactive Facebook tab to support the DDrink recipes, providing easy access to patrons who may want to recreate one of the 12 featured drinks at home. Each month, OTS will feature one recipe on its Facebook and Twitter pages, promoting the non-alcoholic beverage and highlighting the partner establishment and drink “mixologist”. In addition to an enhanced social media presence, the campaign will also be strongly supported by in-restaurant
resources, including table tent cards, menu inserts, and window and mirror signs displayed in each of the participating locations. “This campaign is an exciting and innovative way to promote alternative drinks for the designated sober driver,”said Christopher J. Murphy, Director of the Office of Traffic Safety. “These drinks are unique and were created by skilled bartenders throughout the state who recognize the importance of offering sober drivers a tastier drink option rather than resorting to the usual cola or plain water. By choosing to remain sober, drivers are helping to ensure that our streets are safer and lives are being spared.” Although California reached a 66 year low in traffic deaths in 2010, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently projected the state to have had a three percent increase in traffic deaths in 2011. Hundreds are killed on California roadways as a result of drunk driving crashes. Planning ahead and designating a sober driver, or ensuring that you are sober if you are planning on getting behind the wheel, can keep you and others safe while on the road. For more information on the DDrink campaign and a list of participating bars and restaurants, please visit the OTS Facebook page atwww.facebook.com/CaliforniaOTSor follow OTS on Twitter @OTS_CA. For more information on all OTS efforts, visitwww.ots.ca.gov.
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W al-M art and Target:A tale of 2 discounters Wal-Mart’s namesake U.S. business, which began re-emphasizing low prices and restocked shelves in 2010, reversed the decline last year. The business has recorded five consecutive quarters of gains in revenue at stores open at least a year, an indicator of a retailer’s health. But its momentum has slowed. Wal-Mart said Thursday that its namesake U.S. business had a 1.5 percent increase in revenue at stores open at least a year. But the gain is short of the 1.8 percent increase Wall Street expected. It’s also a slowdown in growth from the 2.2 percent gain the business posted in the second quarter and the 2.6 percent increase it had in the first quarter. Wal-Mart issued a fourthquarter profit outlook that’s below analysts’ forecasts. For the quarter, it expects earnings per share to be between $1.53 and $1.58, below the $1.59 analysts expected. “It shows that its consumer is still struggling,” said Ken Perkins, president of Retail Metrics, a research company. Target, based in Minneapolis, initially struggled during the economic slowdown. Its fashion-forward image hurt it during the downturn: People didn’t perceive Target as having the best prices. To combat that, the retailer expanded its food offerings and began to emphasize low prices in its advertising - two things that put it in direct competition with Wal-Mart. It also started a 5 percent discount program for customers who use its branded credit or debit cards. But its focus on prices and groceries cost it some cachet, and its performance has been choppy. The latest results show that Target has found a balance between fashion and price. Target said
Thursday that revenue at stores open at least a year rose 2.9 percent in the third quarter, roughly in line with Wall Street estimates. For the fourth quarter, which ends in January, Target said that it anticipates adjusted earnings of $1.64 to $1.74 per share. That beast the $1.51 per share analysts expected. “Looking ahead, we are confident in our holiday merchandising and marketing plans,” Kathee Tesija, Target’s executive vice president of merchandising, told investors on Thursday. The difference between the two discounters is becoming more apparent during the holiday shopping season, as both discounters attempt to cater to lure different shoppers into stores. Wal-Mart last week said it will offer deeper discounts and a broader assortment of merchandise. The company also started its holiday layaway program a month earlier than a year ago and lowered its fees for the program from $15 to $5. The move seems to working. It has booked an additional $300 million in layaway business compared with a year ago. The company will record sales for layaway during the fourth quarter. Target, on the other hand, is trying to appeal to higher-end shoppers. The retailer is teaming up with luxury merchant Neiman Marcus to offer a limited collection spanning from fashion to sporting goods. More than 50 products from 24 designers, including Oscar de la Renta and Diane von Furstenberg will be available at both stores and on their websites starting Dec. 1 until they are sold out. Target is also bolstering its home area with names like Nate Berkus, which launched late last month.
Warnings against fake charities asking for donations to help Sandy victims SUBMITTED BY SCAMBOOK Scambook, the leading online complaint resolution platform, is warning against fake charities that are asking for donations to help Superstorm Sandy victims. “Natural disasters are unfortunately out of our control. However, something that we can control is how we help the victims of those disasters. This could mean donating money, food, clothes or other essential supplies that will help provide relief to disaster victims,” said Kase Chong, Scambook’s Director of Marketing. “Based on our research, we have compiled some tips to help you feel more confident when you make donations. These tips will help you make sure that your money, time and effort are going to real organizations.” -Tip #1: Make Sure You Are Donating to a Legitimate Charity or Relief Organization Contact your state’s Attorney General’s Office or the National Association of State Charity Officials (NASCO) to check whether or not a charity is officially registered. This will give you a better idea if your money or supplies are going to the right place. Websites like guidestar.org and charitynavigator.org are also great resources you can use to research legitimate charities. -Tip #2: Don’t Believe E-mails from Supposed Victims E-mails are one of the primary tools that fraudsters use to fool unsuspecting people. Their tactics don’t change for disasters such as Superstorm Sandy. Be extremely careful with any e-
mails you receive or videos you see online from someone claiming to be a victim. Never send personal or financial information, or wire money, to someone who has emailed you out of the blue. -Tip #3: Don’t Give In to Pressure to Donate A legitimate charity will not pressure or rush you to donate immediately. If you feel uncomfortable, it’s okay to say “no.” Also, you should never provide any personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, over the phone. Real charities will gladly accept donations by check. -Tip #4: Be Careful and Do Your Research If you’ve never heard of a charity, you should do as much research as you can to learn more about the organization. It’s even okay to ask the charity how much of your donation will actually go towards providing relief for victims. -Tip #5: Keep an Eye Out For Unusual Charges on Your Phone Bill Sending a donation through a text message is actually a common form of payment used by real charities, so you can expect to see the amount charged to your phone bill. However, if you see additional unexpected charges, you may be a victim of fraud and should contact your phone service provider immediately. -Tip #6: Don’t Believe Them If You Don’t Remember Donating Fraudsters will often try to
trick you by contacting you and thanking you for your past donation, hoping that you will trust their solicitation more. If you don’t remember ever pledging money to their organization, this is a big warning sign to hang up or not respond. -Tip #7: Don’t Let Imposters Fool You Fake charities commonly use logos or names similar to more widely known and established charity organizations. If anyone claims to be associated with a more well-known charity and tries to get you to donate, be sure to call the official organization for confirmation. -Tip #8: Don’t Give Your Money to Pick Up ervices or Use Cash If a supposed charity says they will accept your payment by sending a courier or pick up service, this is a sign of fraud and you should not donate. In addition, if they say they will take cash donations, this is also a red flag. Scambook is deeply saddened and concerned for all the victims of Superstorm Sandy. The Los Angeles-based company has pledged to match up to $10,000 in donations from any Scambook user who wants to help. Scambook is joining the Sandy relief effort and working with the New Jersey Board of Education to find a devastated elementary school in need of help. Any user who receives a refund through Scambook’s complaint resolution platform will have the option to donate that refund to Scambook’s Sandy relief efforts. 100 percent of proceeds will go to New Jersey schools.
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Protect Your Property this Holiday Season SERGEANT KEVIN CORVIN, MILPITAS PD With the holidays approaching, it is important for residents of Milpitas and visitors to take extra precautions to protect personal property and valuables. While the holiday season should be a joyous time, burglars and other criminals use the opportunity to victimize others. Some basic safety tips individuals should follow to help protect themselves and their property include: • Immediately report any and all suspicious activities. If it appears suspicious, call the MPD. When in doubt call 911. • Immediately report any crimes in progress by dialing 911. Be prepared to provide descriptions of persons involved, clothing, facial hair, height, weight, age, vehicle descriptions including make, model, color, license plate number or any other information to help officers locate involved parties. • Always close and lock all doors and windows (even upstairs windows) to your residence if you will be leavingeven if only for a brief period of time. • Apartment, condominium and townhome residents should also close and lock all windows and doors. • Install and always use deadbolt locks on all exterior doors.
• Make your home appear that someone is home while you are away. o Leave a TV or radio on o Place lamps in various areas of your home on a timer o Stop newspaper and mail delivery while away for extended periods of time o Leave a car in the driveway or ask a trusted neighbor to park a car in your driveway • Install and always use a burglar alarm-Milpitas Police Department responds to all burglar alarms. • Install motion-sensor lights on the exterior of your home. • Tell a trusted neighbor when you will be away and provide emergency contact information. • Place locks on all back yard gates-make sure lock is closed and locked. • Avoid posting vacation and trip information on Facebook and other social media websites. • Call Milpitas Police Department for vacation house checks. • Do not leave valuables in vehicles such as purses, cell phones or laptop computers. • If you must store items in your vehicle, place the items in the trunk before arrival at your destination. • Avoid storing purchases in vehicles while shopping.
• Install and use a burglar alarm on your vehicle. Residential burglars often drive through neighborhoods and search for homes where it appears nobody is home. Burglars often knock loudly on doors to ascertain if anybody is home. If nobody answers the door the burglars often enter the back yard to look for unlocked doors or windows. If a resident answers the door the burglar may make up a reason to be there, such as to look for a lost pet or in search of a fictitious acquaintance. If a stranger knocks on your door, do not open the door, but speak through the closed door to the individual. Burglars will usually leave if someone is home. Do not open your door to strangers. If an individual seems suspicious, immediately call 911. For more information on crime prevention, contact the Milpitas Police Department Community Relations Unit at (408) 586-2400. Happy holidays from the Milpitas Police Department. Anyone with any information regarding incidents or other criminal activity is encouraged to call the Milpitas Police Department at (408) 586-2400. Information can be given anonymously by calling (408) 586-2500, or via the Milpitas Police Department website at: http://www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov/government/police/crime_tip.asp
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PUBLIC NOTICES Request for Special Notice (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. Petitioner: Peter Shelton, 827 Broadway, Suite 200, Oakland, CA 94607, Telephone: 510-394-5483 11/20, 11/27, 12/4/12 CNS-2408571#
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF DOROTHY LEE REESE CASE NO. RP12644992
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Dorothy Lee Reese A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Donna Cramer in the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Donna Cramer 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 on 12/11/2012 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 deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. 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 formal Request for Special Notice (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: Susan E. Foley Attorney at Law State Bar #76421, 827 Broadway, Suite 220, Oakland, CA 94607, Telephone: 510-547-3788 11/6, 11/13, 11/20/12 CNS-2402019#
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the Fourth of July parade in Fremont, and the idea sparked. “We thought it would really be special if we could host a Christmas parade for the children and community.” The parade has since become a hometown holiday tradition for many and continues to grow every year. People come as early as 2 p.m. to set up chairs and soak in the Niles holiday atmosphere. The Hot Rods will strike up some pre-parade rock ‘n’ roll merriment at 4 p.m.; the downtown section of Niles Boulevard will be closed at 4 p.m. and reopen at 9 p.m., so plan your arrival accordingly. “We have more floats than ever this year,” says Dear, citing the Chapel of the Roses “Nightmare Before Christmas” entry as a new, and sure to be favorite, addition. Although no helium is available, giant balloons will still bob down the boulevard with air infusions, the “Star Wars” characters will be back, along with the American High School Band and Tri-City Band as well as dozens of fun and unique floats created by the community. And, of course, there is that guy in the red suit, and all those lights going on in a big tree. So bundle up and prepare for an evening of hometown merriment! The firefighters union will be at I Street and Niles Boulevard selling hot chocolate and coffee, hot dogs will be available for those needing a little more substance, and Niles eateries will be open for business. Most shops will have treats for parade goers and merchants’ doors will be open until 9 p.m. Friday also kicks off the Niles Open House, during which all Niles Shops will be open, offering Christmas treats and holiday sales. The Open House runs through Sunday, November 25, and is the perfect chance to find great, unique treasures for the friends and family on your shopping list. Other Friday night Niles offerings include the Essanay Silent Film Museum’s screening of the romantic holiday comedy “Remember the Night” (1940, Paramount) staring Barbara Stanwyck and Fred MacMurray. Proceeds will benefit the Adopt a Family/Adopt a Senior program. The film will start around 8 p.m., after the Festival of Lights Parade has ended. Tickets are $10 when purchased in advance through PayPal at www.nilesfilmmuseum.org, and $12 if purchased at the door. Admission price includes popcorn and a drink. Or if music is more your mood, secure prime viewing real estate for the parade and afterwards enjoy a short one-set concert by McNevin & McClellan with special guests at The Mudpuddle Shop. A “puddle jam” may follow. Tickets are $20 and space is limited. RSVP to (510) 794-9935 or info@michaelmcnevin.com. The Festival of Lights Parade is made possible by fundraisers throughout the year as well as donations from Niles shop owners, contributions from the community, and generous sponsorship from the likes of Fremont Bank and Legacy Real Estate. Those who wish to help keep this parade going
strong can make contributions at a donation station at the event, or stop by Morning Glory Antiques, located at 37313 Niles Boulevard, next to the fire station. So whether you’re looking for a little joy, a picture with Santa, an opportunity to dance off some of that Thanksgiving dinner, jump start your shopping, or just spend time in the community, the Festival of Lights is sure to brighten up the start of your holiday. Festival of Lights Parade Friday, Nov 23 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 792-8023 Fundraiser Movie Show Friday, Nov 23 8 p.m. Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum 37417 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 494-1411 www.nilesfilmmuseum.org Tickets: $10 in advance, $12 at the door Tree Lighting Parade and Mudpuddle Shop Concert Friday, Nov 23 6 p.m. The Mudpuddle Shop 37433 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 794-9935 info@michaelmcnevin.com Tickets: $20
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unteer crew also operates train. Livermore resident Alan Frank prepares the restored streamliner for the evening’s excursion, and Hugh Tebault of Fremont steps aboard as Conductor. On board Leslie and Charles Smith of San Jose serve up hot drinks. The Train of Lights runs from November 23 through December 30 on the Niles Canyon Railway, departing at 4:30 p.m. from Niles (Fremont), and 7:30 p.m. from Sunol. Tickets are $17- $40 per seat and are available at www.ncry.org. New this year is special reserved seating on the historic dome lounge car from the Santa Fe Super Chief with the best views of the canyon and the train’s thousands of lights. Proceeds from the Train of Lights benefit the nonprofit museum dedicated to preserving local railroad history.
Based in Sunol, the Niles Canyon Railway is an operating railroad museum preserving a segment of the original transcontinental railroad and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Train of Lights is sponsored by the Pacific Locomotive Association. Train of Lights Nov 23 - Dec 30 4:30 p.m. Niles departure Niles Station 37001 Mission Blvd., Fremont 7:30 p.m. Sunol departure Sunol Depot 6 Kilkare Rd., Sunol (925) 862-9063 www.ncry.org
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