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HIGHS:69-74 } 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 } LOWS:53-58 San Leandro Times AN INDEPENDENT HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER SERVING SAN LEANDRO, ASHLAND, SAN LORENZO AND SHEFFIELD VILLAGE VOL. 29 • NO. 27 THURSDAY, JULY 4, 2019 SAN LEANDRO • CALIFORNIA Supervisors to Decide on San Lorenzo Project Village Green project goes to Alameda County Supervisors By Jim Knowles San Leandro Times The Alameda County Board feasible if all the workers are paid of Supervisors will decide next a union wage. Tuesday whether to OK a new A lawyer representing Dem- apartment project in the long-va- mon, Rob Selna, said the unions cant, former Mervyn’s site in the don’t really want an environmen- middle of San Lorenzo. see SUPERVISORS, page 8 San Lorenzans have always mourned the loss of the original Mervyn’s that was the heart of town. When it closed in 1995, adjoining smaller stores fell Saag’s shortly after like dominos leaving an empty slab of concrete for over Closing two decades at Hesperian Boule- PHOTO BY DENIS PEREZ vard and Paseo Grande. Kaleb Johnson, an 11th grader from San Leandro, does a wheelie on his bicycle in front of Vic’s Bike Shop on If the project is approved, the SL Plant East 14th Street. Village Green apartment complex will fill that vacant property with By Denis Perez 163 apartments in five buildings San Leandro Times that will be four-stories tall. Smithfield Foods shut down Wheeling Around Town If the supervisors say no, the production of the 41-year-old vacant property will remain an Saag’s Products sausage factory Teens say biking gives them a sense of community; some empty lot in the center of San in San Leandro and will be laying Lorenzo, right across Hesperian off 81 workers. drivers hostile, but most kids keep it peaceful and fun from the long abandoned Loren- Continuing production in zo Theater. the San Leandro facility at 1799 By Denis Perez He refers to being in a group of 10 or “When you are in the middle of a ride The plan was approved by Factor Ave. would no longer be San Leandro Times more riders taking over a part of the street. like that, all your problems go away,” the county planning commission cost-efficient, said a Smithfield Warm days and summer vacation drive a “When we ride out as a group it is safe Garcia said. in February, but a labor group spokesperson. number of San Leandro youth to congregate, to ride in the street,” he said. Garcia and a group of around 20 young filed an appeal to block it on the “Smithfield recently made the ride bikes, do tricks and create a culture. When they do ride on the street, Garcia bicyclists met up in front of Vic’s Bike Shop grounds of the California Envi- difficult, but necessary decision “It feels hella good,” says one of these said it is to be able to do tricks and ride on East 14th at around 5 p.m. on June 18. ronmental Quality Act (CEQA). to shift production from our San riders, 14-year-old Isaac Garcia. freely. see BIKES, page 8 The group of four trade unions Leandro, California facility to calls itself East Bay Residents for other Smithfield plants in order Responsible Development. to drive efficiency and optimize The unions say the developer, our production network,” Smith- Demmon Partners, has not given field’s Executive VP of Corporate them the construction work. But Affairs and Compliance Keira Hornet Met Apollo 11 Crew 50 Years Ago Demmon says the project isn’t see SAAG’S, page 14 By Jim Knowles When the astronauts came San Leandro Times back and landed in the Pacific, On the Fourth of July, a piece the Hornet was there to meet INSIDE YOUR TIMES of American history that you can them. First a crew of navy div- walk up to and touch is docked ers jumped from a helicopter to ■ SL MUSEUM Auto...... 6 right nearby in Alameda. place a flotation collar around Museum to screen Apollo 11 Calendar...... 4 The U.S.S. Hornet is a mu- the capsule, until the ship could documentary. Page 2 Classified Ads...... 12 seum now, but when it was in arrive and lift Apollo 11 to its Crime...... 3 service it picked up the Apollo hangar deck. ■ NEWS 11 space capsule along with the The footsteps are painted on Crossword...... 14 three astronauts that made the Apartment fire put down, Homes...... 10 the floor of the Hornet’s hangar Page 3 first moon landing. deck where the astronauts walked building saved. Home Services...... 11 This month is the 50th an- to the quarantine trailer where ■ SPORTS Inquiring Reporter.... 15 niversary of the mission to the they spent the next few days. Letters...... 15 moon when Neil Armstong be- They were quarantined in the SL Swim Team stays Lifestyle...... 7 undefeated. 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PRODUCTION Howard Morrison Manager Kayla Steinorth Art Director It’s kitten season and the Hayward Animal Shelter has its Moxie Morrison hands full of little kitties who need a home. Assistant OPERATIONS It’s that season again and and hoping for a loving family Claudette Morrison what started as a trickle of incom- to adopt them and take them Apollo 11 includes never-before-seen footage of the first moon mission. Business Manager ing kittens has turned into a flood. home. ADVERTISING The shelter has many kittens For more information, call Display Advertising of all ages, colors, personalities the Hayward Animal Shelter at Claudette Morrison and energy levels just waiting 510-293-7200. Movie on Moon Landing, Apollo 11, Classified Advertising Patrick Vadnais Will Be Screened at SL Museum HOW TO REACH US Cherry City Toastmasters San Leandro Times The Cherry City Toastmas- the number one fear in America. At 9:32 a.m. on July 16, 1969 existing footage, NARA staff ing the moon, the nerve-racking 2060 Washington Ave. ters Club meets every Tuesday If this sounds familiar, you the world watched as Apollo 11 discovered an unprocessed col- attempt to touch down before the San Leandro, California 94577 from 12:05 to 1:05 p.m. in the are not alone. took off from Kennedy Space lection of 65mm large-format lunar module ran out of fuel, and Office hours: Weekdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Trustees Room on the first The club offers a safe, sup- Center carrying astronauts Neil footage, never before seen by the the journey home. Main Office: (510) 614-1555 floor at the San Leandro Main portive environment to grow Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and public. The amazing discovery Experience the tension, pride www.ebpublishing.com Library, 300 Estudillo Ave. your public speaking and lead- Michael Collins to the moon - a changed the course of the film and overwhelming joy of the ©2018 East Bay Publishing Corporation Public speaking is said to be ership skills. voyage of over 240,000 miles. project from just filmmaking to team that made the mission a To celebrate the 50th anni- historic preservation and curation. historic success. The film is rated versary of the moon landing, the The multiple cameras and au- G and 1:33 minutes in length. San Leandro History Museum, dio feeds take viewers moment by Admission is free. For more 320 W. Estudillo Avenue, will be moment, from blastoff, to orbit- information, call 510-577-3991. COMMIT YOUR FAMILY TO BE FIT! showing the 2019 documentary We Are Different From Other Fitness Clubs. Apollo 11 on Saturday, July 6. We Have A Family Atmosphere! The film will be shown at 11:15 Full Gym • Over 40 Group Exercise Classes • Lap Swimming Year-round a.m. and again at 2 p.m. Senior Lunch Menu Not to be confused with the Aqua Aerobics • Swim Lessons • Pro Tennis Lessons • $1Babysitting drama Apollo 13, starring Tom Lunch provided by Spectrum Community Services Hanks, Apollo 11 is purely a doc- A low-cost senior lunch pro- pasta primavera, marinated REDUCED INITIATION FEE!* umentary of archival footage on vided by Spectrum Community carrots, oranges. the first mission that put a person Services is served on weekdays Tuesday – Turkey sandwich For Families $400 Reg. $800 on the moon. at the San Leandro Senior Cen- on whole wheat bread with let- The winner of two Sundance For Singles $200 Reg. $400 ter, 13909 East 14th St. tuce and tomato, garden salad, Film Festival Awards, Apollo Everyone age 60 and up strawberries. JULY FREE! 11 allows viewers to relive the can have lunch. A suggested Wednesday – Chicken mission as it unfolded. The doc- *When you join early and pay your first 2 mo. dues. donation is $3.75, but no one is breast with apricot glaze, hearty umentary is constructed from refused for lack of funds. ($10 vegetable soup, spinach, brown Subject to change without notice. Offer exp. 8/1/19 Join Our Club archival materials, capturing the for those under 60.) Call 24 rice, apricots. *Previous Members of 12 months or less are not eligible enormous scale of the event and hours ahead to reserve a lunch Thursday – Pepper steak for this promo. Can’t combine with any other offers. Where Everyone Knows Your Name giving audiences of all ages the (1-510-825-9793) or sign up at with onions and zucchini, direct experience of being there. the Senior Center. brown rice, fresh fruit. As director Todd Douglas The menu for lunch next Friday – Spinach ravioli, Miller and his team were work- week, July 8 to 12, is: tossed vegetable salad, whole ing with NASA and the National Monday – Baked fish with wheat roll, fruit mix. Archives (NARA) to locate all

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02 NEWS 07-04-19.indd 1 7/3/19 1:30 PM San Leandro Times THURSDAY, JULY 4 , 2019 3 POLICE & FIRE San Leandro Kids To Run At Junior Olympics San Leandro’s Jaguar track team qualified ten Junior Olym- pians going to represent the city at the USA Track and Field Junior Olympics in Modesto, California on July 5, 6 and 7. The ten junior athletes also qualified for the Amateur Amer- ican Union Junior Olympics in Greensboro, North Carolina from July 26 to August 3. The young San Leandro ath- letes range from 7 to 12 years old and attend Thomas Jefferson and Garfield elementary schools, McKinley and Bancroft middle schools. PHOTO COURTESY DENISE WILLIAMS-WEST The ten athletes are: 1st Jaguars Speed Blake Patterson takes the lead during the AAU Junior Olympic qualifiers 200 meter dash on June 13. graders Avery Patterson, Jon- athan Rodas, 2nd grader Ka- gram that introduces children uar Speed. risma Haynes, 3rd graders to track and field. The Jaguar The team is asking for do- Julianna Brent, Blake Patter- Speed program had over 100 nations to pay for their travel, son, Karen Okoronkwo, Ja’Me participants this year. The team housing and registration costs for mosley-Self, 5th graders Eden practices at Bancroft Middle the Junior Olympics.

PHOTO COURTESY ALAMEDA COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT Horwitz and John Okoronk- School and San Leandro High You can contact the team’s A fire broke out in a two-story, 15 unit apartment building at 950 Juana Avenue. wo and 6th grader Blessing School. coach at (510) 557-0577 or by Okoronkwo. SLHS track coach Denise emailing info@jaguarspeedinc. Jaguar Speed is a free pro- Williams-West coaches the Jag- com Two Apartments Burn Mayor, Council Host Town Hall San Leandro City Council Center Titan Auditorium at 15301 and Pete Ballew will make quick In Juana Avenue Fire Districts 3, 4 and 6 will host Wicks Boulevard in San Leandro. remarks. Then the community Alameda County firefighters a joint Town Hall meeting on Mayor Pauline Russo Cutter will be able to meet-and-greet extinguished a two-alarm fire Monday, July 8 from 6:30 to 8 and San Leandro Council mem- with representatives from all the that burned down 2 apartments p.m. at the Marina Community bers Victor Aguilar, Benny Lee city departments. in a two-story, 15-unit apartment building at 950 Juana Avenue in San Leandro on June 26. There were no reports of injuries to residents, community City of San Leandro’s Home members, pets or firefighters. The cause of the fire is under Earthquake Strengthening Course investigation. A total of four people were displaced by the fire The City of San Leandro is again offering its nationally recognized and award-winning Home and received assistance from the Earthquake Strengthening Course to homeowners. This is a “do-it-yourself” course geared Red Cross. towards owners of older, raised-floor homes. Homeowners will be shown how to identify and Firefighters arrived on scene strengthen structural weaknesses in their homes. Upon completion of this four-day course, each PHOTO BY DENIS PEREZ at 12:06 and were able to ex- homeowner will have a customized blueprint for their seismic project. tinguish the fire within fifteen During the fire, San Leandro Camarillo made entry into the minutes of arriving. Firefighters Police knocked on the doors of second story unit, searched and If you own a hillside home, please contact the Division of Building & Safety at (510) 577-3405. arrived to heavy fire and smoke each apartment unit to temporar- was able to safely locate the dog When: July 11, 16, 18 and 23 coming from a first-floor unit ily evacuate residents. in a bedroom. This is a four-day course. in the west side of the building. During the evacuation, an Officer Camarillo reunited The fire was upgraded to a sec- officer was alerted to a dog that Cream Puff, a 10-year-old Mal- Where: The Senior Community Center @ ond alarm response due to the was home alone and hiding tese poodle, with her owners large volume of fire reaching the in one of the units. Officer J. when they arrived home. 13909 E. 14th Street, second floor and multiple reports San Leandro, Main Hall B CLOSED of someone trapped in the main JULY 4TH fire unit. FURNITURE Time: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Fortunately, the occupant FOR EVERY ROOM IN where the fire originated from YOUR HOME Cost for City of San Leandro Residents: exited the building early and was INSTANT $30.00 for single / $35.00 for couples found safe. And the second alarm REMODELING! Cost for Non-Residents / Unincorporated units were canceled as a result of Give your home a San Leandro: $50.00 for single / $60.00 for couples the quick and aggressive response from firefighters. new look today. Class size is limited. The fire was contained to the SAVINGS IN ALL REGISTRATION BY MAIL first floor unit and the unit direct- BEDROOMS DEPARTMENTS! OR PHONE ly above on the second floor. ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVE BASIS For more information, please call Division of CROSSWORD ANSWERS Building & Safety Services at (510) 577-3405.

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03 NEWS 07-04-19.indd 1 7/3/19 1:31 PM 4 THURSDAY, JULY 4, 2019 San Leandro Times NEIGHBORS 1993 SL High Grad Is on a Mission

By Dusty Good COMMUNITY CALENDAR Navy Office of Community Outreach ❖ Boys & Girls Club of San Leandro Benefit meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 9, at the Petty Officer 1st Class A benefit for the Boys & Girls Club of San San Leandro Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave. Damon Candelarie is a Navy Leandro will be held on Friday, July 5, from 4 Snacks and beverages will be served at the new logistics specialist serving to 9 p.m. at Drakes Brewing Co., 1933 Davis St., starting time of 5:45 p.m. At 6:15 p.m. a short with Fleet Air Reconnaissance Bldg. 177 (by Walmart) in San Leandro. Taste meeting takes place and at 6:45 p.m. a free art Squadron 3, a versatile com- an array of brews, a variety of foods and live demonstration will start. The demonstrator for mand operating E6-B Mercury entertainment will be provided by The Blend, July is Sally Lampi who will be demonstrating aircraft under USSTRATCOM playing classic rock. A $5 donation to the Boys Mono Printing and Collage using Washi, Mono operational control providing & Girls Club is requested but not required for paint and stickers. Members will also display a survivable and endurable admission. Brew tasting is $18 and includes a artwork for the Artist of the Month contest and airborne communications link logo mug and three tokens. For more information, three winners will be featured in our ArtFest 2019 to the nation’s strategic forces. call 483-5581. advertising. The public is welcome. Candelarie is responsible for ordering parts and supplies to ❖ Free Food at All Saints ❖ Family Movie Nights ensure mission requirements. Everyone is invited to get free food at the Food Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and snacks, and Candelarie credits success Pantry at All Saints Neighborhood Center, 911 enjoy this summertime family event. Showtimes in the Navy to many of the les- Dowling Blvd. in San Leandro, on Saturday, are at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 10, Halcyon sons learned growing up in San July 6, from 1 to 2 p.m. Hospitality room opens Park, Small Foot. Wednesday, July 24, Chabot Leandro. at noon. The only requirement is that you live in Park, Trolls. Wednesday, Aug. 7, Washington “My hometown taught me Alameda County. Fresh fruits, vegetables, and Manor Park, The Incredibles 2. All movies are that you have to earn everything breads, as well as packaged foods are available. rated PG. you get,” said Candelarie. “So The pantry is open the first Saturday of every everything you do in the Navy, month. ❖ Sons in Retirement Meeting you have to earn it, so that lesson PHOTO BY CHIEF ERICA GARDNER Sons in Retirement (SIR) branch #26, an or- has been important to me since I Petty Officer 1st Class Damon Candelarie helps support the ❖ San Leandro Readers Roundtable ganization of retired men, meets on the second joined.” nation’s nuclear deterrence mission. The San Leandro Readers Roundtable meets Wednesday of each month at the Fairview Event Saturday, July 6, at 2 p.m. at the San Leandro Center, Metropolitan Golf Course, 10051 Doolit- Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave., to discuss tle Drive in Oakland. Social hour starts at 11 a.m., Asymmetry, Lisa Halliday’s novel told in three followed by lunch at noon. The guest speaker for seemingly unconnected sections. All are wel- Wednesday, July 10, is Truman Howard, a docent ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT come, and all books discussed are available for at the Blackhawk Museum. Sponsored guests are ❖ Apollo 11 at San Leandro Museum, 320 W. Estudillo Ave., 1:33 in length. Admission is purchase in the Library’s Booktique bookstore. welcome. To become a sponsored guest, call Ken History Museum will show the 2019 documentary free. For more information, call at 510-537-4804 as soon as possible so that you ❖ Next month will be the 50th Apollo 11 on Saturday, July 6, 510-577-3991. Ashland Holy Ghost Annual Festa may attend the July luncheon. The cost for the Anniversary of Apollo 11 Moon first at 11:15 a.m., and again The Ashland Holy Ghost Association will have July luncheon $25, payable in advance. Checks Landing. On the morning of July at 2 p.m. The winner of two ❖ Newsies Woodminster its annual festa on Saturday and Sunday, July 6 should be made payable to SIR Branch #26. To 16, 1969 Apollo 11 took off from Sundance Film Festival Awards, Amphitheater and 7, at the Ashland Holy Ghost Association receive a full refund, the last day to cancel is noon Hall, 16490 Kent Ave. in San Lorenzo. On Sat- Sunday, July 7. For more information, call Ken Kennedy Space Center carrying “Apollo 11” allows viewers to Newsies, the Disney musical, astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz relive the mission as it unfolded will begin the 53rd season of urday there will be a dance at 8 p.m. with music at 510-537-4804. Aldrin and Michael Collins to through original archival foot- the Woodminster Summer Mu- by Erminio Lemos and a presentation of the ❖ the moon – a voyage of over age – some never before seen. sicals July 5 to 7 and 11 to 14 queens, their court and officers. On Sunday at Homeless Resource Fair 240,000 miles. To celebrate the The film (Not to be confused at Woodminster Amphitheater 10:30 a.m. the parade will line up at the hall and Sharon’s Wings of Love Homeless Resource 50th anniversary of the moon with the “Apollo 13” movie with in Joaquin Miller Park in the proceed to St. John’s Church for mass at 11:30 Fair will be held on Saturday, July 13, from a.m. After Mass the procession will go back to noon to 5 p.m., at 711 71st Ave. in Oakland landing, the San Leandro History Tom Hanks.) is rated G and is Oakland Hills. The play was in- spired by the real-life “Newsboy the hall. There will be an auction at the hall on (across from the Coliseum Bart Station). Strike of 1899,” when newsboy Sunday afternoon. Sharon’s Wings of Love, (SWL) is a community Kid Blink led a band of orphan based non-profit organization that addresses ❖ the problems of the homeless in the Bay Area by Salomé and runaway newsies on a two- Community Garden Open House See what your neighbors are growing at Paradise and to let them know the resources that are HOROSCOPE © 2019 King Features Synd., Inc. week-long action against Pulit- Community Garden, 20095 Mission Blvd. in available for them. For more information, email zer, Hearst and other powerful Hayward, on Saturday, July 6. Open house hours [email protected] ARIES (March 21 - April 19): Your Aries leadership qualities can newspaper publishers. Filled are 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Free speaker series at help bring order out of all that confusion, whether it’s on the job or in the with one heart-pounding num- home. But be careful to guide, not goad, others into following you. 11 a.m.: “Healthy Eating: How to ferment and ❖ Comedy Night at The Englander Pub ber after another, it’s a high-en- pickle vegetables” by Dustin Passalalpi. Snacks Unity in the Community will host a benefit TAURUS (April 20 - May 20): Applying a more personal view to a ergy explosion of song and job-linked issue could help provide better insight into those persistent and drinks throughout the day. Visit vendors for comedy night on Saturday, July 13, at 8 p.m. at problems. Use your keen Taurean logic to cut through the double-talk. dance you don’t want to miss. native plants, body work, handmade soaps, com- The Englander Pub, 101 Parrott St. in downtown All performances at 8 p.m. For GEMINI (May 21 - June 20): Taking some time off could be the best munity booths, urban farming information. Rent San Leandro. Comics Jeff Applebaum, Patrick way to get through that seemingly endless round of demands. You’ll tickets or more information, vis- your own garden box. For more information, call McDermott and others are on the bill. Tickets return refreshed and ready to tackle things from a new perspective. it www.woodminster.com Rick Hatcher at 510-909-4077. are $20 at the door. CANCER (June 21 - July 22): Restoring a sagging professional relationship takes a lot of effort. By all means, state your position. But also make sure you pay close attention to the other person’s point of view. ❖ Vacation Bible School ❖ Chabot College Football Reunion Praises Of Zion Missionary Baptist Church, A reunion of football players from Chabot LEO (July 23 - August 22): A hot prospect intrigues the Big Cat, who is always on the prowl for a promising investment. But be careful that READ & 1395 Bancroft Ave. in San Leandro, will have a College for the years 1962 to 1978 will be on this “promise” has a chance of being kept. Check it out more carefully. Vacation Bible School Monday, July 8 through Sunday, July 28, from 2 to 6:30 p.m. at the VIRGO (August 23 - Sept. 22): A friend could use some of your RECYCLE! Thrusday, July 11 and a fun day on Friday, July Shannon Community Center in Dublin. Former compassion and concern. If he or she doesn’t ask for help, be sure you 12. Games, food, jumper, face painting 6:30 to Chabot College football players, coaches and step up and make the first move. Also, check out a new career possibility. 8:30 p.m. All ages. For more information, call special guests for years 1962 to 1978, only. For LIBRA (Sept. 23 - October 22): You might have difficulty getting your 510-483-1811. more information, see the website: chabotfoot- opinions heard because of all the noise being made by the other side. But ballreunion62-78.com or call Dr. Keith Calkins hang in there. Others should line up with you once they learn the facts. WATCH ❖ Alta Mira Club Luncheon at 949-244-4419. SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21): Offering to help a colleague BATTERIES The Alta Mira Club, 561 Lafayette Ave. in is commendable. But before you commit your time and effort, check to see if that person’s situation is all that he or she has led you to believe it is. San Leandro, will host a salad bar luncheon on ❖ East Bay Regional Park Survey DONE Monday, July 8, at noon. Members are invited The East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21): You soon should be seeing positive results from your recent efforts on behalf of a family member. On RIGHT to decorate their table with a picnic theme for a is seeking public comments to help plan for the another matter, check that you have all the facts regarding a job assignment. prize. Tickets are $15, which includes a bingo future. Surveys are online or available at the CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19): Your aspects favor closer family card for prizes. For reservations, call 510-562- EBRPD exhibit in the Agriculture Building at relationships this week. Take time for visits, whether in person, by phone, 7144. Proceeds go to the club’s general fund. the Alameda County Fair. Take the survey at by mail or in cyberspace. Let them know how important they are to you. ALLPHIN JEWELERS www.eastbayparksurvey.com. Learn more and AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18): A missed opportunity isn’t always a Since 1923 ❖ San Leandro Art Association’s Meeting stay connected with the Park District by visiting negative. Maybe your instincts are telling you not to rush into something you “thought” was worthwhile. Make time for family this weekend. 155 Parrott Street The San Leandro Art Association’s monthly www.ebparks.org. PISCES (Feb. 19 - March 20): Your sense of humor helps you get San Leandro • 357-3442 through a tricky situation. But some stick-in-the-muds might not be so Wednesday-Friday 11am-5pm Calendar items should be submitted at least one week prior to the desired edition of the Times, willing to make the changes that you and others agree are necessary. Saturday 11am-4pm which is published Thursdays. Space limitations require we print items of the most general interest. San Leandro Times THURSDAY, JULY 4, 2019 5 SL Swim Team Wins Tri-Meet Busy Week for Darryls defeat teams from Castro Valley, Fremont in EBSL meet Dodgers On the Road By Andrew Joseph The San Leandro Dodgers hit a home run and a double, driv- San Leandro Times youth baseball team beat Future ing in three runs. Tyler Finamore The San Leandro Drowning Prospects, 14-2, last Tuesday. had an RBI. David Greene was Darryls swim team won their tri- Denzel DeHoyos was 2-for-2 2-for-3 with a double and scored meet at home on June 22 against with a double, scored a run, and a run. Greene also pitched 2 the Chabot Marlins of Castro pitched three innings with four innings and didn't give up a run. Valley and the Seals Swim Club strikeouts. Connor McCarthy hit a home run of Fremont with a total score of Daniel Pasillas was 3-for-4, and scored twice. James Rogge 1,278 points. scored three runs, had a triple and pitched 4.2 innings while giving “We’re really trying to work had two RBI's. Connor McCarthy up a run with four strikeouts. hard focusing on our technique, was 2-for-5 with two runs scored Also on Saturday, the Dodg- strokes, and having fun,” said San and a double. David Greene sin- ers beat Berkovich 2021 by a Leandro head coach Fred Sche- gled, scored a run and drove in score of 4-1. Cameron Weath- beries. “The team is swimming three runs. He also pitched four erford pitched a complete game, good this season.” scoreless innings and struck out allowing just three hits, and The Darryls won their home four batters. Rudy Gomez hit an striking out 10 batters. Weath- opener to keep themselves un- RBI single, and Jesse Martinez erford also hit a home run and a defeated this season. They are doubled. single. James Rogge was 2-for-3. coming off their first season in Over the weekend, the Dodg- Connor McCarthy was 2-for-3 7 years of not winning the East ers traveled to Reno for the annu- and scored a run. David Greene Bay Swim League (EBSL) title al tournament where they lost the was 1-3 with an RBI. last year. opening game, 7-1, to Bercovich On Sunday, the Dodgers beat The EBSL holds one tri-meet 32. James Rogge doubled. Victor the host team Muckdogs, 12-0. a year for each team, which con- Hernandez singled and scored a Tyler Finamore was 1-for-3 with sists of three teams swimming to run. Adrian Enriquez drove in a an RBI. Daniel Pasillas was 2-for- see who can rally the most points. run with a hit, scored a run and 3 with a double, three runs scored PHOTO BY ANDREW JOSEPH The Darryls’ women team won got hit by a pitch. Danny Mendo- and had an RBI. the tri-meet with a total of 574 Swimmers from heat 2 of the boys 9-10 25-yard butterfly race jump into the pool at San za pitched 4.2 innings and gave Weatherford was 2-for-3 with points and the men team also won Leandro High in the Darryls’ home opener. up two earned runs while striking four RBI’s, a double and scored with 704 points. out four batters. twice. David Greene was 2-for- “In practice I worked on San Leandro is 4-0 on the San Leandro girls 9-10 100- first in the girls 9-10 25-yard Also on Friday, the Dodgers 2 with an RBI and scored two kicking drills, arm rotations, and season with great swimmers do- yard medley relay took first in breaststroke in19.91, and first in lost to Chico, 7-5. Matt Vallar runs. Victor Hernandez pitched holding my breath under water ing well this year including Reed, 1:11.52. the girls 9-10 25-yard butterfly pitched 4.1 innings with three two innings without allowing a to prepare for today’s meet,” Ian Woo in the boys 15-18 age San Leandro boys 9-10 100- in 15.97, strikeouts. Connor McCarthy hit hit and struck out three. James said Darryls girls 9-10 swimmer class, and Joyen Chau in the girls yard medley relay took first in Chau took first in the girls a home run and a double with Rogge pitched three innings and Deraj Reed. “Working harder, 13-14 age class. Coach Scheber- 1:12.28. 13-14 50-yard breaststroke in two RBIs. James Cardera singled, struck out four while only giving motivating your teammates, and ies’ daughter, Emily Scheberies, San Leandro boys 11-12 24.19, placed first in the girls walked and scored a run, and up one hit. giving them support during their is also performing exceptional 200-yard medley relay took first 13-14 50-yard butterfly in 29.10, Victor Hernandez doubled. In the semifinal game of the races will help us win the cham- while setting the EBSL record for in 2:14.74. and placed first in the girls 13-14 On Saturday, the Dodgers tournament, the Dodgers lost pionship.” the girls 11-12 backstroke in 2017 San Leandro boys 13-14 200- 100-yard IM in1:08.72. beat Napa, 8-2, as Devin Castro see DODGERS, page 8 The Newark Bluefins won with a time of 29.51. yard medley relay first in 1:56.47. “Today was our first home last year’s EBSL championship “I plan out my meets and I San Leandro boys 15-18 200- meet of the year so it felt great,” with a total of 4,547.50 points as knew exactly what I was going to yard medley first in 1:46.96, said coach Scheberies. “We swam the Darryls placed 3rd with a total do today – that is to give 110% ef- San Leandro men 15-18 won really well today and as a team of 3,838.50 points. San Leandro fort into my races,” said Woo. “In the 200-yard freestyle relay with we have really improved some KIM BROS. 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Karoutas, 328 Maud owner(s): Julia Michelle Albert, 1813 Riv- the following owner(s): Aurora Ebido, 17006 er(s): Mecona G.F. Foston, 1130 3rd Ave. Statement or other Legal 94580. This business is conducted by an in- Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577. This business erbank Ave., Castro Valley, CA 94546. This Via Flores, San Lorenzo, CA 94580. This #1706, Oakland, CA 94606. This business dividual. This business commenced on N/A. is conducted by an individual. This business business is conducted by an individual. This business is conducted by an individual. This is conducted by an individual. This business /s/Daisy Pulido commenced in 1977. business commenced 12/28/2010. business commenced N/A. commenced N/A. Notice with us Today This statement was filed with the County /s/Zachary A. Karoutas /s/Julia Michelle Albert /s/Aurora Ebido /s/Mecona G.F. 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June 13, 20, 27, JULY 04, 2019 Expires JUNE 11, 2024 Expires MAY 21, 2024 Expires JUNE 26, 2024 Expires JUNE 27, 2024 2060 Washington Ave, San 0104-SLT June 20, 27, JULY 04, 11, 2019 June 20, 27, JULY 04, 11, 2019 JULY 04, 11, 18, 25, 2019 JULY 04, 11, 18, 25, 2019 0112-SLT 0113-SLT 0117-SLT 0119-SLT Leandro, CA 94577 6 THURSDAY, JULY 4, 2019 San Leandro Times AUTOMOTIVE Enjoyable Bolt EV Restored With New Battery By Steve Schaefer the tire rotation for free. I let topped out at 100 miles. San Leandro Times them replace the cabin air filter I contacted the media people (they did charge me for that). at GM/Chevrolet with my plight ince I got my They also ran a couple of hybrid and decided to try the dealership Chevrolet Bolt battery system updates. Nota- nearest to my home to see if EV on January 8, bly, they fixed one tiny annoy- they could up with something. S 2017, I’ve been a ance—my bird’s eye camera The short answer—nope. Same big fan. It’s been totally reliable, had always shown the left side recommendation—and don’t delivering 200+ miles of range at an angle—and I appreciated use the heat. They suggested and handling all kinds of loads, the effort they made, including that I run it through a couple all while being fun to drive. ordering a new part. of charging cycles to reset the And, I love the way it looks, I then started my new job range. including the Kinetic Blue paint in late February, which cut my But the story doesn’t end on the outside and the white- daily driving from 36 miles to there. The next day—about and-gray interior. I appreciate about 4. I also tested some new 24 hours after I picked up my the regeneration setting that en- EVs from the fleet, so the Bolt car—I got a call from the deal- ables one-pedal driving. I enjoy sat a bit. When I started driving ership. After consulting with Unlike gasoline-powered cars, EVs need very little attention, so my car had never been back to not visiting gas stations. I’ve it regularly again, I discovered GM’s tech experts, they decided the dealership in more than two years. spent time and energy promot- that when I charged up the bat- that it was probably a bad cell ing the car on my business cards tery, it topped out at around 100 in the battery, and asked me to little blue Fiat 500e, which had and in many posts to my blog. miles, instead of the normal bring my car in again to do more only 80 to 90 miles. The few But over the last few 200+ it had been doing since I tests. times I’ve actually needed the months, my Bolt let me down. brought it home the first time. So, the following Monday, I range to visit my granddaugh- Nothing broke and it drove fine, After a couple of instances of drove my car to the dealership. ters has been handy, but main- but when I charged it, it said it this, I decided to take it back to This time, with GM’s tech peo- ly it means you don’t have to was full at about 100 miles. the dealer to get it looked at. ple in the loop, they came up charge as often, and you don’t It all started after I took my They reported there was with a different diagnosis: Re- have to worry about range. car in for its first service. Unlike nothing wrong, and said they place the battery! So, they or- There were only two times last gasoline-powered cars, EVs had reset something and told me dered it—and I felt vindicated. year when I knew that the Bolt need very little attention, so that if I didn’t use my heater it The dealers’ service depart- wouldn’t be able to handle a my car had never been back to would improve the range. This ments were missing something, long trip, so I used another ve- the dealership in more than two struck me, frankly, as silly. I and the first one telling me to hicle in one case and flew in the years. The only required service had ALWAYS used the climate put a band aid on it felt disre- other. was a tire rotation. However, I system, summer and winter, for spectful. The second dealer’s I drove my Bolt EV down all charged up, and that I could I got into my Bolt, adjusted accepted a new job that would more than two years, and had conclusion, when I knew there to the dealership to receive its pick it up. the seat that they had moved, move me away from the Chevy never seen 100 miles of total was a real problem, meant I had new battery. It turned out it had I drove the white Chevro- and pushed the start button. dealer in Redwood City, CA range. Running the climate sys- to push back, and they listened. to spend an extra few days away let Cruze they rented me (at no And there it was—260 miles of where I leased the car, so I de- tem reduces the range by only Through this experience, I from home—the battery was charge) down to the dealership. range. My car was restored. cided to take it in for a checkup about 8 miles. I drove the car was reminded that a 100-mile delayed and wouldn’t arrive Battery replacement isn’t Steve Schaefer lives in Cas- while I had the chance. some more, gamely trying to range is actually enough for for another day. I got a call in cheap, but as a warranty repair, tro Valley. He has been review- There was nothing to fix, go without the climate system most people. I learned this from mid-afternoon saying that the it didn’t cost me a dime. Neither ing new cars in the Times for 27 of course, and they performed just to test it, but the battery still my three-month test of my cute surgery was a success, it was did the rental car. years.

06 AUTOMOTIVE 07-04-19.indd 1 7/3/19 1:32 PM San Leandro Times THURSDAY, JULY 4, 2019 7 LIFESTYLE Wherever You’re From, there’s a Hot Dog for You! he National Hot Dog and erkraut and serve immediately. buns and top each with a good 1 to 2 teaspoons Asian chili Sausage Council estimates Yields 6. squiggle of mustard. Then pile on, paste (sambal oelek) Tthat over seven billion hot in approximately equal portions, 1 large red onion, thinly sliced dogs will be eaten by Americans SEATTLE DOGS generous spoonfuls of cucumber, and separated into rings between Memorial Day and Labor peppers, onion and tomato. 1/4 of a fresh pineapple, cored Day. On a typical July 4th, the big- 2 hot dogs Sprinkle celery salt over each Cayenne pepper (optional) gest hot dog holiday of the year, 155 2 hot dog buns bulging bun. Serve with dill pickle 8 grilled hot dogs million will be downed. And every 1 onion, halved and thinly if desired. Serves 8. Teriyaki sauce city has its favorite recipe. sliced 1/2 cup thinly sliced green Most of us don’t give much 1 teaspoon oil ITALIAN HOT DOGS onions (4) (optional) thought to cooking hot dogs. After 1 teaspoon butter Sesame seeds (optional) all, they’re already fully cooked 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar 1 each, yellow and green bell In a medium bowl combine vin- when you buy them. So the ques- Salt pepper egar, brown sugar, oil, soy sauce, tion isn’t how to cook them, but Pepper 2 medium large onions, sliced and chili paste. Add onion rings. how to warm them. 3 ounces cream cheese 3 tablespoons olive oil Forget the microwave. Heat the butter and oil in a skil- 3 cloves garlic, chopped MOTOWN DOGS The following recipes call for all let over medium-high heat. Add 3 ounces sliced mushrooms kinds of ways to heat hot dogs, but the onion and sugar, cook for 20 Salt, pepper and basil to taste 4 hot dogs for maximum flavor and consis- minutes or until onions are cara- 8 to 10 hot dogs 1 Pkg. hot dog rolls, sliced tency, wieners should be poached melized, stirring regularly. Season 8 to 10 torpedo rolls 1 small onion, diced for about 10 minutes in water (or with salt and pepper to taste. Stem and seed peppers and cut 1 (10-ounce) can chile sauce beer) and heated to around 155°F, As the onions are caramelizing, into long narrow strips. In a large without beans measured with a thermometer. heat the cream cheese in a pot until skillet, heat oil over medium heat 4 tablespoons prepared If you must grill them, that soft and warm but not melted or and add peppers and onions. Cook yellow mustard, or to taste should be done for only a few sec- cooked. slowly about 5 minutes, then add Preheat an outdoor grill for me- onds after they have been heated Cook the hot dogs according to garlic and mushrooms and cook dium-high heat. – just long enough to get a nice the package directions and toast another 15 minutes or until pep- Place hot dogs on the grill; cook char. Grilling them right out of the buns. Spread cream cheese on pers are very soft. Season to taste. until browned, 5 to 8 minutes, the package will generally result each warm bun. Top with a hot Grill hot dogs, put in buns and turning once, or until done to suit in hot dogs that are dried out and dog and onions. spoon some of the pepper and your taste. Lightly grill hot dog split. Yields 2 dogs. onion mixture over each one. rolls. Meanwhile, place the chile CLASSIC CALIFORNIA CHICAGO HOT DOGS HAWAIIAN HOT DOGS sauce in a small microwave-safe HOT DOGS bowl; cook 1 minute. 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07 LIFESTYLE 07-04-19.indd 1 7/3/19 4:05 PM 8 THURSDAY, JULY 4, 2019 San Leandro Times Supervisors: Long awaited decision continued from front page tal study. It’s just that the CEQA act is a convenient way to block a project. Demmon is in talks with the unions and has offered to use two of the four unions trying to block the project – the electricians and sprinkler fitters, Selna said. And Demmon will use the other two unions as subcontractors – sheet metal workers and plumbers – if their bid is within 5 percent of the lowest non-union competitive bid, he said. An artists’ rendering shows the Village Green project But these offers are being planned for San Lorenzo. negotiated and they don’t know The law firm representing the atmosphere the community was unions has yet to return a message looking for. PHOTO BY LINDA SANDSMARK what they will eventually end up with, Selna added. this week. Developer Terry Demmon The Hayward Municipal Band will play at the Tony Morelli Band Stand on Sunday. The project is already using When the Planning Commis- said his firm has been working on union podium, concrete and sion approved the project back the project for three years. earthwork workers on the project, in February the plans included “We’ve tried to reach out as Selna said. 12,000 square feet of retail space, best we can to get community Hayward Municipal Band to “So it’s far from a non-union a pool, dog park and a shuttle to input,” Demmon said at the time. project,” Selna said. the Bay Fair BART Station. Demmon said that construc- Play Free Concert on Sunday But the unions argue that The developer also agreed tion would take about two years, The Hayward Municipal People of all ages are wel- The band, now in its 63rd Demmon is just trying to increase to remodel the marquee of the back when the project was ap- Band, under direction of San come to bring a blanket, lawn season, is presented by Hayward its profits. abandoned Lorenzo Theater proved by the planning com- Leandro public schools music chair and perhaps a picnic lunch Area Recreation District and the This past spring, a consultant across the street. mission. teacher Kathy Morelli Maier, along to enjoy the concerts. The City of Hayward. with the Sheet Metal Workers The Planning Commission The Alameda County Board will perform this Sunday, July 7, performances are outdoors near a For more information see Local 104, said that Demmon vote was 4-1 with commissioner of Supervisors will meet on at 2:30 p.m. at the Tony Morelli playground, so children can run, www.haywardmunicpalband. is looking to hire workers that Jim Goff voting no. Goff said at Tuesday, July 9, at 9:30 a.m. Band Stand in Memorial Park, play and dance. com or call 510-569-8497. make lower wages than union the time that he didn’t see the at 1220 Oak St., Room 512, in 24176 Mission Blvd. in Hayward, workers make. project as having the downtown Oakland. behind the Hayward Plunge. The 40-member professional SL Democratic Club to Meet band performs classical, popular, jazz, musicals and Latin music, as San Leandro Democratic p.m. in the Trustees Room of the Bikes: well as tunes from the 1700s to Club will hold its monthly meet- San Leandro Main Library, 300 Learning tricks, meeting friends the present. ing on Thursday, July 25, at 6:30 Estudillo Ave. continued from front page about riding bikes as a group is Garcia said this disrupts the Emilio Ocampo, 13, said this learning tricks. positive energy a group of bike gathering wasn’t planned, it just “Learning tricks is about riders have. THE SAN LEANDRO TIMES happened. conquering something, learning “When drivers start messing And these pop-up meets be- a skill and moving on to the next with the group, it is hard to con- PRESENTS tween youth will continue to step,” Grene said. trol everyone,” he said. happen all summer long, he said. The tricks they learn from one It is messed up, but some- He said biking is their way another, they show them off to times people in the group start of transportation and a way to one another too, he said. doing “stupid” things like bang- The enjoy life. And even more rewarding, is ing on cars and then drivers call In font of Vic’s, the youths, seeing people in the street or in the police on them, Garcia said. who range from 8 to 16 years of cars cheer for a rider when they “It is two or three people that age, plan where they will ride off perform a trick, Grene said. do this and that makes us all look Senior to next, as others in the group in- But, the worst times are when like criminals, but we aren’t,” spect and fix parts of their bikes. drivers take the group as a nui- he said. 15-year-old Terrel Grene said sance and start yelling curse words Emilio Ocampo said despite one of the most exciting things or insults at them, Grene said. some negative views people may have about youth riding in the Since streets as a group, that won’t stop Guide them from riding out every day 1969 Our Senior Section includes in the summer with their friends. articles and topics of interest to He said he has gotten to know a lot of people through biking, seniors. 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08 NEWS 07-04-19.indd 1 7/3/19 4:06 PM San Leandro Times THURSDAY, JULY 4, 2019 9 SENIORS How Seniors Can Spot Fake News

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REAL ESTATE REALITY PRICED AT $595,000 By Carl Medford, CRS Special to the Times GUEST COMMENTARY The Most Misunderstood Word In Real Estate

recent post by the misunderstood word in real get a bargain, end up feeling like National Association of estate. Calling their listing agent, a dog that tried chasing a parked A Realtors confirms what they state, “Tell everyone we are car. many have been sensing: the ‘motivated.’” I think we should do away market is slowing. Ironically, at the same time on with the word ‘motivated’ alto- We have now seen 17 con- the other side of the table, buyer gether. Perhaps, as an alternative, secutive months where national agents are calling listing agents we could substitute with ‘reason- monthly pending sales have been and using the same word: “How able.’ Whatever that means. lower than the previous year. ‘motivated’ are the sellers?’” Carl Medford is a licensed Re- 2250 Wimbledon • San Leandro One of the hallmarks of a Which brings up an interesting altor with Keller Williams Realty Beautiful SANDPIPER end unit with 3 bedrooms & 2 1/2 slowdown is increased Days on question: what exactly does the and a licensed general contractor. bathrooms. Shown by appointment or open this Sunday 1-4. the Market (DOM). DOM num- word ‘motivated’ mean, anyway? This article is sponsored by the Offered by Robert Jones and Associates, celebrating our bers for 2018 averaged 15 days, It usually means totally differ- Central County Marketing Asso- 36th year at our downtown location, 142 Joaquin Avenue. while May, 2019 DOM increased ent things depending on which ciation. to 20. side of the transaction you are For more information call Matt Jones at (510) 357-0120. With the market visibly slow- on. For most sellers, “motivated’ ing, buyer behaviors are shifting. means they are willing to look at BUZZ BERTOLERO When buyers sense a slowing reasonable offers. When a buyer market, a percentage pull out, or buyer’s agent asks the ques- Recycling Graywater May Be Impractical believing they can score lower tion, however, they are looking By Buzz Bertolero Since graywater hasn’t been ents, they can quickly build up to You should also THE prices down the road if they wait. to ascertain how deep a cut the Special to the Times disinfected, you need to use a toxic levels in soils. check with your DIRT They frequently continue seller might be willing to endure. common sense approach to elimi- Graywater is applied to local water agency GARDENER visiting open houses, but will not Think, ‘lowball’ offers. With the water rates nate any potential hazard. Shower landscape trees and most shrubs for any incentives for installing a write offers, driving up active It goes without saying that increasing, I’m thinking and bathroom sink water is the along with turf with no ill effects. graywater system at a residence. listing’s DOM numbers. Another differences in the way the word Q about recycling the best to recycle. However, it’s used sparely on Here are several other points to group, seeing homes staying on is used can cause frustration – household wastewater Food particles and grease are Azaleas, Begonias, Camellias, remember: Fresh water is rotated the market for longer periods of especially on the listing side. to water our backyard garden. Are the biggest concerns with kitchen Rhododendrons, Blueberries, and with gray water to flush or leach time, start writing offers signifi- A seller, hoping to get an offer, the chemicals in the water from water from cooking, dishpan, and other acid-loving shrubs as the out any harmful build-up. Mulch- cantly lower than list. will use the word to get some the soap, shampoo, etc., harmful food preparation. For plants, tra- soil can become more alkaline ing plants along with cultivating Sellers, watching streams of activity going. Buyers, on the to plants? ditional soaps and detergents pose from the chemicals. is encouraged, as the naturally buyers parading through their other hand, seeing the word as a the biggest threat. Biodegradable It can be used on containers occurring microorganisms break open houses every weekend, sign of weakness, go in for the Recycling household soaps appear to have the least and with edibles with precautions. down the wastewater residue or are frustrated that while activity kill. Neither part is happy with water is not a bad idea; harmful effect. Graywater is always applied bacteria. seems good, offers are not forth- the result. A however, as with solar There are many environmental- directly to the ground. You should Plants should be fed with coming as quickly as anticipated. Sellers summarily dismiss panels, it’s not the ideal answer ly friendly products available that avoid splashing it onto foliage organic type fertilizers containing Grappling for solutions, they lowball offers and buyers, think- for everyone. reduce this risk. With recycled plants. Thus, it’s not recommend- the naturally occurring microbes frequently resort to the most ing this was their opportunity to Household wastewater is called washing machine water, avoid all ed for root crops such as radishes, and mycorrhizae, such as Dr. graywater because of its cloudy modern detergents that whiten, carrots, beets, etc. Earth, FoxFarm, Happy Frog, and appearance as it comes from brighten, soften or have “enzy- Besides, you should avoid other similar brands. Again, these “Realtors in Motion” baths, showers, hand basins or a matic powers.” edibles that mature close to products can break down harmful Ballroom Dancers washing machine. (“Blackwater” Also, avoid bleach and Borax the ground such as cucumbers, residues. “The Agents with the Visual Tours” refers to any water containing products and anything containing strawberries, squash, and leafy In summary, the recycling of human waste, while fresh or “po- chlorine and boron. Although vegetables like spinach, Swiss household water is an effective (510) 326-4263 table” water is called white water. these are secondary plant nutri- Chard, and lettuce. water-wise technique for general Visit us @ Graywater is best used on ornamental landscape plants, www.ListedbyAntonio.com those crops that mature above the however, it does require a fair R.E. eBroker Inc. • A Virtual Real Estate Brokerage MMichelleichelle R Rossoss M Milleriller ground like beans, tomatoes, peas, amount of planning and resources AssociateAssociate Br oBrokerker DRE#DR E01012751# 01012751 corn, and eggplant. The biggest to set it up efficiently. hurdle you need to address is the LicensedLicensed Since Since 19891989 GlobalGlobal MarketingMarketing RReacheach LocalLocal KnowledgeKnowledge Buzz Bertolero is an Advance collection, storage, and distribu- California Certified Nursery Profes- SpecializingSpecializing in in tion of the graywater. sional. The Dirt Gardener’s website - San Leandro The answer to that question is www.dirtgardener.com and ques- COMING SOON! - Alameda will more than likely make what tions can be sent by email to buzz@ 800 Collier Drive - Oakland seems like a good idea, impracti- Easy Single-Level Living! dirtgardener.com or on Facebook - Castro Valley cal for most. at Facebook.com/Buzz.Bertolero 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths - SurroundingSurrounding E Eastast Bay Communities Carrie Miles, Realtor • 510-735-5223 Bay Communities RECENT HOME SALES BRE # 01909263 • [email protected] 510•701•3442510 701 3442 [email protected]@compass.com San Leandro ————————— 2289 Transom Way 94577: $500,000 1,062 SF - 1978 268 Estabrook Street #13 94577: $520,000 2 BD - 1,200 SF - 1993 1579 153rd Avenue 94578: $578,000 2 BD - 917 SF - 1946 400 Davis Street #205 94577: $580,000 2 BD - 1,671 SF - 1982 Robert Jones and Associates 14638 Wake Avenue 94578: $590,000 2 BD - 942 SF - 1946 565 Warden Avenue 94577: $600,000 2 BD - 863 SF - 1946 Selling San Leandro Since 1964 • www.RobertJonesandAssociates.com 444 Harlan Street 94577: $610,000 2 BD - 1,072 SF - 1941 Happy 4th of July! 1451 146th Avenue 94578: $640,000 3 BD - 1,353 SF - 1946 136 Farrelly Drive 94577: $645,000 2 BD - 1,473 SF - 1940 418 Callan Avenue • San Leandro 1204 Westbay Avenue 94577: $670,000 3 BD - 1,243 SF - 1928 from all of us at Nice two-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome 292 Suffolk Drive 94577: $705,000 2 BD - 1,066 SF - 1943 in small development 15520 Farnsworth Street 94579: $720,000 3 BD - 1,190 SF - 1956 343 Farrelly Drive 94577: $729,000 3 BD - 1,105 SF - 1942 Deadrich next to San Leandro 1848 Lopez Drive 94578: $760,000 3 BD - 1,511 SF - 1958 Library. Close to 348 Accolade Drive 94577: $765,500 4 BD - 1,768 SF - 2002 Real Estate 14991 Firth Court 94578: $796,000 1,812 SF - 1979 Downtown and BART. 1617 139th Avenue 94578: $849,000 3 BD - 1,868 SF - 1946 Low monthly dues! 389 Woodland Parkx 94577: $930,000 2 BD - 1,439 SF - 1923 581 E. 14th St. 632-1234 Priced at $455,000 2621 Marineview Drive 94577: $1,250,000 3 BD - 2,067 SF - 1965 San Leandro www.deadrich.com Matt Jones TOTAL SALES: 19 CBRE #00360465 LOWEST AMOUNT: $500,000 MEDIAN AMOUNT: $670,000 142 JOAQUIN AVE. • SAN LEANDRO • 357-0120 HIGHEST AMOUNT: $1,250,000 AVERAGE AMOUNT: $707,236

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SAT. & SUN. JULY 6 th & 7 th CITY SAT SUN ADDRESS PRICE BDR./BA. REALTOR AGENT PHONE RECENT SALES A — 1-4 2250 Wimbledon $595,000 3/ 2.5 Robert Jones & Assoc. Matt Jones 510-357-0120 S 2-4:30 2-4:30 6 Marlow Dr. $600,000 3/11/2 Marvin Gardens RE Greg Novak 510-472-4770 2006 Evergreen Ave, San Leandro - $850,000 H — 1-4 2332 Cryer St. $616,000 3/2 Re/Max Accord Lovewell Team 510-351-5555 C — 1-4 3088 Massachusetts St. $1,850,000 3+/3 Coldwell Banker Trish Radovich 510-367-7999 14964 Lark St, San Leandro - $619,000 A 1-4 — 393 Dowling Blvd. $1,099,000 5/ 3.5 Robert Jones & Assoc. Matt Jones 510-357-0120 8360 Golf Links Rd, Oakland - $560,000 PROPERTY 800 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro - $1,130,000 MANAGEMENT & 6415 Amber Ln, Pleasanton - $1,337,500 One-Line Open Home Listings run Wednesdays in the Castro Valley Forum (22,500 circ.) REAL ESTATE SALES and Thursdays in the San Leandro Times (38,500 circ.) for $25. 682 Windmill Ln, Pleasanton - $1,480,000 For more information and a listing form, Call 614-1558. DEADLINE: TUESDAY AT NOON. Sam & Jessica 20675 Cypress Ranch, Castro Valley - $1,850,000 CITY GUIDE A = SAN LEANDRO • B = BERKELEY • C = CASTRO VALLEY • D = DUBLIN • F = FREMONT • H = HAYWARD Medina 707 Collier Dr, San Leandro - $998,000 L = LIVERMORE M = MODESTO • S = SHEFFIELD VILLAGE • P = PLEASANTON • SLZ = SAN LORENZO • Z=ALAMEDA All real estate advertised in the San Leandro Times is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any 510.481.8400 preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, marital status, national origin, or intention to make 1103 MacArthur Blvd • San Leandro • (510) 568-6171 any such preference, limitation or discrimination. The San Leandro Times will not knowingly accept any advertisement for real estate that is “Your Neighbor & Realtor!” www.RinettiCo.com in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

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Nasser Haghighi Akram Morrar Tere Lee, CRS Carrie Miles Robert Jones Matt Jones Alliance Bay Realty Realtor “Trust A Professional Who Cares” Realtor® Serving San Leandro since 1964 Realtor 510-415-1612 Robert Jones & Associates United Brokers Real Estate RINETTI & CO. REALTORS Robert Jones & Assoc. Robert Jones & Assoc. [email protected] [email protected] www.tereleehomes.com [email protected] 142 Joaquin Ave. • San Leandro 142 Joaquin Ave. • San Leandro San Leandro Resident Since 1976 510-228-8902 (510) 305-8827 510-735-5223 357-0120 357-0120

Wayne Gregori Judy Rose - CRS, SRES Lynn Levin Louis Heystek Jill Gregori Bob Frey The Gregori Group RE, Inc. ReMax Accord Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Better Homes and Gardens RE The Gregori Group RE, Inc. Broker Associate Broker/Owner Serving the East Bay 38 Years (Getting The Job Done Right) Bay East Achievement Club Realtor®/Owner Re/Max Accord 510-219-3887 [email protected] 510-593-7377 510-928-5501 510-909-4888 [email protected] GregoriGroup.com 510-220-6206 www.lynnlevin.com [email protected] GregoriGroup.com 510-220-8459 ATTENTION REAL ESTATE AGENTS & BROKERS How would you like your face and message to be delivered to households and newsracks in San Leandro, Sheffield Village, Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Hayward, Oakland and Alameda?

Advertise in the San Leandro Times & Castro Valley Forum MONTHLY REAL ESTATE FEATURES ® Greg Novak, DRE# 01721382 Matt Wilhite Suzanna Chew Realtor This Could Be You! TOTAL CIRCULATION: 60,500 www.SanLeandroRealtor.com Serving the East Bay Since 2004 To advertise here call Marvin Gardens Real Estate Intero Real Estate J. Rockcliff Realtors www.MattWilhite.com THIS SECTION RUNS ONCE A MONTH [email protected] [email protected] (510) 472-4770 510-329-0728 510-326-4125 614-1555 CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION • 614-1555

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Set for Meek Park Saag’s machine maintenance “The severance pay is a spit The area’s big Independence cents (some in costume) to share worker Sonny Vu put it more in the face,” Nguyen said as Day celebration will take place the history of the house. concisely. he pulled up a Saag’s human again this year at Meek Park, 240 The Acorn A’s Car Club will “Simply, Smithfield’s is clos- resource memo sent out to em- Hampton Road in Hayward, from show off a classic Model A ing down Saag’s to save money,” ployees on his tablet device. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4th. car. Bikemobile will be on site, Vu said. Employees with zero to four The annual community party offering the first 20 participants The workers were notified years of service were given $500, will include historic crafts, music, free bike repairs, so bring your 60 days prior to June 28, said those with five to 15 were given face-painting, sidewalk chalk art, bike and get it ready for some Saag’s meat packager Steve $750 and those with 16 years or bike repairs, a bounce house and summer pedaling. Nguyen. He said the shutdown more were given $1,000, accord- food vendors for a day filled with And, of course, there will be came as a surprise to him and his ing to the memo. history and fun. plenty of food — hot dogs and coworkers. Nyguyen said what Both Nguyen and Vu are Since 2009, hundreds of vis- BBQ by local vendors. Bring a was even more of a shock was the United Food and Commercial itors have come to Meek Park to picnic blanket and make a day amount of money he was offered Workers Local 5 (UFCW5) union tour the house and enjoy crafts, of it. as severance pay. workers. food and local booths. Vu has worked at Saag’s for UFCW5 union workers PHOTO BY DENIS PEREZ The festivities this year will Libertarian Party to 28 years, and he said he is only staged a walkout protest at Saag’s The Saag’s sausage plant, a longtime San Leandro insti- include music by Johnny Mahalo Meet at The Englander tution, is shutting down. going to get $1,000 as severance parking lot on June 12 to protest and the Wild Coconuts, a local Meet members of the local pay, an amount that couldn’t even the severance pay, said Nguyen. group that plays a variety of mu- county affiliate of the Libertarian pay one month of his rent. He said he participated in the protest because the severance might set him back financially in sic from classic rock to rhythm Party to discuss politics and cur- pay was not fair. He said with the short term. On the other hand, and blues, country, rockabilly and rent events at The Englander Pub, rising living costs, the amount his other worry is that if he does island music. 101 Parrott St. in San Leandro, a large company like Smithfield not go back to school, he will end You can enjoy games on the on Thursday, July 11, from 7:15 is willing to give their working up employed in a minimum wage lawn, do a giant drawing with to 9:15 p.m. Discuss upcoming LOCAL DEATHS employees should be more. job trying to work his way up like sidewalk chalk or make patriotic community events for the Liber- Vu plans on going back to he did in Saag’s. pom-poms with red, white and tarian Party of Alameda County. TIMES OBITUARIES may be submitted online at ebpublishing. school after his last day at Saag’s “I worked so long in this blue ribbons. Attendance is free. Buy your own com, emailed to [email protected] or faxed to 510-483-4209. on July 12. Although, he is wor- trade, and now it is disappearing,” The historic Meek Mansion food and drink. For more info, Please include your phone number. For assistance, call 510-614-1555. ried that going back to school Vu said. will be open for tours with do- visit https://lpac.us/home/.

Serving Families In Our Community ServingWith Compassion Families In Our And Community Service Excellence Anthony Robert Gomez With Compassion and Service Excellence THE TIMES CROSSWORD November 12, 1962 ~ June 11, 2019 Sara L. Ennor Please join us for a Celebration of Life for Anthony Robert Gomez. He was killed on June 11, 2019. He went LAWYER to be with his two brothers and his beloved Grandpa Dunn. Survived by his mother Gloria Tim, SanSan Leandro Leandro Funeral Home■ Wills & Trusts his sister Arlyta Gomez, his daughter Funeral407 Estudillo Ave, Home San Leandro, CA 94577 Rosalinda Gomez and his son (510)407 483 Estudillo - 5300 | www.sanleandro-fh.com Ave., ■ Benefits, ERISA Brandon Magnussen. His two brothers San Leandro,Formerly CAGuerrero 94577 Mortuary are deceased, they are A. Rico Gomez 510.483.5300 ■ and Andrew Gomez, Rico in 1993 and Andrew in 1991. www.sanleandro-fh.comHABLAMOS ESPAÑOL QDROs A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, July 5th, 2019 (Formerly Guerrero Mortuary) Serving All Faiths from 2 p.m. till 8 p.m. at Santos Robinson Mortuary, 160 • Large Chapel Estudillo Avenue in San Leandro • Reception Room & KitchenetteFD 442 510-633-9985 3.375x4-San-Leandro-display-location-ad.indd 1 FD 442 9/13/12 9:31 AM Sandra Elaine Dayton September 8, 1946 - June 17, 2019 SANTOS-ROBINSON MORTUARY ACROSS DOWN Supporting Local Churches and Families for Over 80 Years 1 Advertised heavily 1 Stereo setup Sandy passed away at home 6 Bilateral 2 Shrill bark surrounded by her family and FUNERAL AND CREMATION 12 South Dakota’s capital 3 Opening comment friends on June 17, 2019. She was FAMILY 13 Colored ring 4 Historic period PROFESSIONALS 5 Rehab goings-on born in Paris, AR on September OWNED 14 On the briny 8, 1946 to Bea and Simeon Clark. Traditional Services • Cremation Options 6 Domesticate Pre-Arrangements 15 Funhouse item 7 Squeeze Sandy graduated from California 16 Use a sponge State University Hayward in 8 “__ the ramparts ...” Serving All Faiths and Cultures 17 Author Wister 1968. She continued her 9 Carpeting fabrics 19 D.C. fig. 10 Medicinal plant education, receiving her teaching 20 Long skirt 11 9-Down makeup credential. On July 1, 1967, Sandy 510-483-0123 www.santos-robinson.com 22 Obtain 12 Manhandle married Paul “Gene” Dayton, Jr. CA LIC. FD-81 24 Suitable 18 Endearing Sandy and Gene moved to San Leandro in 1972. 27 Cacophonies 21 Big bother Sandy was a dedicated teacher for over 40 years. She 23 Mendes or Longoria spent her teaching career with the San Lorenzo School 29 __ parmigiana 24 Literary collection District and taught 1st Grade at Lewelling School and 32 5-ball desktop toy 25 Cribbage scorekeeper Colonial Acres. Sandy’s belief that her responsibility to 35 Exchange premium 26 Longtime Hostess provide the best educational foundation to her students CREMATION 36 Former veep product never faltered. She continued teaching 1st grade reading 37 Vast expanse 28 Mix up as a volunteer at Colonial Acres for years after she 38 San Francisco’s __ Hill 30 Hearty brew 31 Michele of “Glee” retired. When not teaching, she enjoyed RV camping, 40 One of the Three Bears SERVICES 33 As well boating and jet skiing with her family and friends. 42 Sort 44 The same, in a bibliography 34 Sleep phenom Sandy is survived by her husband, Paul “Gene” 39 Spree Dayton Jr.; their sons, Paul Simeon Dayton, Todd 46 Approaching 41 Broadway backer Dayton and Todd’s wife Destiny, and a brother, Kenneth DeerCreek 50 Elegantly groomed 42 Cow-headed goddess Clark of Santa Rosa. Sandy will be missed by many JAY SPENCER - FUNERAL DIRECTOR 52 “Shoo!” 43 Places cousins, nieces, nephews and a close circle of friends. A+ Rated 54 Mammoth occasion? 45 Antelope’s playmate A Celebration of Life will be held on July 1700 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley 55 Room to maneuver 47 “The Music Man” setting 12, 2019. For time and location please email Please Call for Appointment 56 Nun 48 Buzzing pest [email protected] 57 Brilliance 49 Attention getter 510-317-7890 51 Roscoe FD 1505 www.DeerCreekCremation.com FDK 651 ANSWERS ON PAGE 3 53 Common Mkt., once

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up Wilbeam and then behind the new From 2018 to present, there were save the lives of others. Marketplace. Behind us was another 14 fallen officers and their deaths Mr. West is so unhappy with his LETTERS to the EDITOR Pet Food Express customer in her car, would not have been any different for own life that every two weeks or so trying to help us. AB-392. he has to find others to lash out after. Letters must include the writer’s name, address and phone number, and must Phoebe ran up the west side of In 2019, two were killed by am- As published in this paper, he loves be under 300 words. We reserve the right to edit as necessary. E-mail letters to: the Marketplace and was turning the bush, one died in a vehicle accident the benefits that Democrats/socialism [email protected] or fax to: 510-483-4209, or send by mail to: The Editor, corner at CV Blvd. when two men and and the fourth died of complications provides (housing, SSI, Medicare, etc.) San Leandro Times, 2060 Washington Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577. a women saw her running towards from injuries sustained in 2015. but can’t lose face by backing down them. One of the men jumped out In 2018 the same pattern of from his years of white-privilege rants. Asks Why We Single Out Just One Says San Leandro Police Work and stepped on Phoebe’s leash and ambushes, accidents and unrelated Even when he is proven wrong week Group to Get a Crosswalk Hard to Earn Their Salary, Benefits she was stopped! Without the leash health issues took the lives of 10 law after week. Editor: Editor: he wouldn’t have been able to catch enforcement personnel. Just one, Ser- I feel so sad for Mr. West and every- When we see one group of people I would like to comment on her, and his quick response ended the geant Helus, was killed by an active one else that has to be subjected to his represented, what are we saying about Ricardo Trigueros’ letter to the editor chase. shooter in a bar in Thousand Oak ideas. other groups? (“Outside Youth Bike Gangs are I truly didn’t think we’d catch her, (Nov. 2018). He and a CHP officer —John Clouston For example, we now have a pride Threatening Public Safety,” Letters, and was so worried about her getting rightly decided to used deadly force to San Leandro walk way on Washington and Parrott, June 27) regarding outside bike gangs hit by a car, but at least she had a with the pride colors on full display. and the SLPD: “Many SLPD officers harness, leash, collar, chip, and three That is fine, and I understand the need pursue low level traffic tickets.” types of ID on her collar so, eventu- for San Leandro to cater and, at times, Every law is on the books for a rea- ally, someone would know how to pander, but what about other groups, son. It is not the job of a police officer contact me. INQUIRING REPORTER races, minorities, struggles, and their to determine if a violation is low level Probably 10-12 people, plus more respective flags? What about the Peace or not. It is the job of a police officer concerned citizens, tried to help us and Freedom group? What about the to enforce the law of every violation catch our dog and while I was able to What does it mean to be an American? Republican or Democrat colors painted that is observed. thank some of them in person, I want — Asked downtown on a San Leandro crosswalk? “Many SLPD officers idle away to again express my sincere thanks to How about military flag colors in parking lots.” Maybe the officer is the all of the Good Samaritans. Thank covering a crosswalk to honor and re- writing a report or on the phone doing you, again, for all your efforts. You spect our vets? Why is only one group some follow up on a previous call. are the best of what it means to be a It means the American Dream to me, represented 365 days of the year? “The SLPD should do more to community. because I have been able to make my What we are saying when one earn its extremely generous salaries, Phoebe will be safely walked on a own self by deciding what I wanted to group is represented, is that there is an benefits and pensions.” They do. I double leash with our other dog (who do when I grew up. I was able to map indirect message we are sending that a was born, raised and work in San Le- will act as a boat anchor if anything out a path without obstructions and particular group is superior or better. I andro. I have never seen a youth bike happens), and next week we’ll be back was able to pursue my own way. challenge the minds behind the pride gang or a SLPD officer pursue low at Pet Food Express to continue our Paul Glenn and Sadie color crosswalk to rise and represent level traffic tickets or sitting idle in a training. San Leandro, other groups and races and movements. parking lot. I have seen them working —Gayle Hudson grew up in Texas Aren’t we a city of inclusion? hard earning their salaries, benefits San Leandro —Robert Johansen and pensions. San Leandro —Rick Luciano Troubled by Free Health Care Danville Going to Unauthorized Immigrants Thanks All Who Worked on Editor: Responsible Investment Policy Zoning Variances for Elected Well, it’s great to be an Well folks, the legislature and our American because you Editor: Officials? He Says Just Say No! governor have decided you have enough This month, the San Leandro City Editor: have more opportunities money to fund healthcare for “unautho- and choices. Council unanimously approved a So- I have a simple solution to the stand- rized immigrants” 19 through 25. You cially Responsible Investment Policy. off about elected officials wanted zoning know them, the young people who snuck The Council Resolution requires that variances. Stanley Grassi into this country without waiting for San Leandro San Leandro’s investments be screened Pass a local law: no zoning variance immigration authorities to vet them and to minimize or eliminate investments applications will be accepted from city see if they are wanted criminals. These in tobacco, fossil fuels, guns and elected officials. people came here illegally. private prisons. Simple! Problem solved! We will now have to pay the gov- Being an American means having the The Socially Responsible Invest- —Joe Springer ernment to give free healthcare to these ment Policy was nearly two years freedom of choice and opportunity. If one San Leandro folks. Aren’t you glad? I, however, am in the making. Concerned citizens is willing to put in the work, then you can quite troubled. I am a legal citizen of the attended Finance Committee meetings Trailing Leash Saved the Day... U.S., of California. When was I offered take your life where you want it to be. If repeatedly and participated in heartfelt And Maybe Phoebe’s Life free healthcare? And that you had to you want to be a nurse, a truck driver, or dialogues about the need to divest Editor: pay for? Never. But we are being asked an engineer, and you put in the effort and from identified investment sectors. Two months ago we were able to to fund $98 million for this fiasco. My stay with it, then you can make it. Committee members carefully de- catch a miniature rat terrier that had liberated with the City’s investment been running in the streets of our San sneaking suspicion is this is a way to Vlad Knight consultants. Leandro neighborhood for at least a garner future votes for the party in power, Redding, raised in Ukraine City staff weighed the pros and week. After failing to find her owner Democrats, nothing less. And it is given cons of screening investments. while taking care of her and getting out by them, but at your expense. Councilmembers Lee and Hernandez her spayed, chipped, and vaccinated, Congratulations San Leandro, you just got taken by your government - again! and Mayor Cutter engaged in intense we were ready for obedience training. Being an American to me means having dialogue about fiduciary responsibility, Last Sunday, June 30, while my —Corey Anderson San Leandro the ability to do whatever I want and to return on investment, and a value husband and I were waiting outside try what I want without hesitation, while guided policy for taxpayers’ dollars. the enclosed pen for dog obedience having the freedom to think what I feel The Finance Committee made their training to begin at Pet Food Express Says AB-392 ‘Just Standardizes’ and to express myself. policy recommendation after careful on CV Boulevard, my husband Police Use of Deadly Force scrutiny of all responsible investment dropped her leash while we were Editor: Marquis Jordan options. Similarly, the Council voted passing jackets to each other. Mr. West is so wrong again. This Livermore 7-0 after exacting consideration of I looked down a moment later to time it is about Assembly Bill-392 their financial obligations and invest- see “Phoebe” running through the (now law) about police officers using ment of City money. parking lot to the Boulevard. I ran deadly force. Thank you to the San Leandro resi- after her to Wilbeam, where a Pet First, the law was passed in biparti- dents who made abundant phone Food Express customer joined me. He san fashion: 68 Yea votes, including 11 calls, wrote numerous letters and ran ahead to the Chipotle parking lot, from Republicans. Having the freedom to make attended evening meetings for many where she circled, then she headed Second, there is nothing new. your own choices in life. months. Our time and concern for down Wilbeam. AB-392 just standardizes definitions public health, climate change, gun All the way I was calling for her and guidelines around use of deadly Yvonne Dutton violence, and the abuses in private but she was in flight mode (no doubt force. Many police organizations were Hayward, prisons and detention centers will now frightened by all of us chasing her). I already following these rules. works in San Leandro be reflected in the management of our went back to get my car and husband Third, Mr. West spews falsehoods tax dollars. and the man said he would continue claiming “many cops are killed” be- —Maureen Forney to follow Phoebe. cause of restrictions, however there is San Leandro We arrived to find her running back little to no evidence.

15 OPINION 07-04-19.indd 1 7/3/19 4:43 PM 16 THURSDAY, JULY 4, 2019 San Leandro Times History: Hornet picked up Apollo 11 crew after first moon mission continued from front page what germs may have been on the moon. President Richard Nixon came aboard and greeted the three astronauts from outside the trailer as they peered through the window with smiles. USS Hornet 4th of July • Thursday, July 4 • 2 to 10 p.m. • Alameda Point • Music, entertainment, exhibits, flight simulator, fireworks

• Tickets: $25 adult, $15 youth PHOTO BY JIM KNOWLES 7-17, free for younger children Footsteps painted on the Hornet’s hangar deck mark where the Apollo 11 astronauts walked to the quarantine trailer after the ship pulled them out of the Pacific Ocean. Also back aboard the Hornet was the 22 kilograms of lunar Armstrong and Aldrin spent 21 to Apollo 11, is on display in the outdated today, but put your hand soil and rock, giving Earthling hours on the moon, two hours hangar of the Hornet. Cutaway on the spacecraft and your senses scientists something to study for conducting experiments, and then sections of the space vehicle re- tell you this thing was built solid.

years to come. back aboard Eagle for a lunar nap. veal the wiring and the thickness The thick honeycomb aluminum PHOTO COURTESY USS HORNET MUSEUM Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin Four days later, they re-en- of the craft, which was built by walls are stuffed with fiberglass A crane on the Hornet pulled Apollo 11 out of the Pacific. stepped onto the moon on July tered the Earth’s atmosphere at North American Aviation to sur- for insulation. 20, 1969, as the third astronaut 24,000 m.p.h. and landed in the vive the heat of re-entry at over You can walk right in the Michael Collins orbited the moon Pacific where the Hornet awaited. 20,000 miles per hour. footsteps of the astronauts from in Columbia, the command ship. An Apollo capsule, similar The 1960 electronics look the Apollo capsule to the con- tainment trailer, a beauty of an Airstream, but it might as well have been made of aluminum foil compared to the space capsule. Keep your out-of-town friends And to think the thin walls of this little trailer were all that came and family informed with a between the possibility of deadly outer-space germs and the rest of subscription to the Times! humanity. But after Apollo 14, astro- nauts no longer were quarantined ■ Did you know that the Times will mail the since it was understood that moon germs didn’t exist. PHOTO BY JIM KNOWLES paper to anyone in the continental Bruce Douglas, who is now A helicopter aboard the Hornet is identical to the one that United States? a docent on the Hornet, was a picked up Apollo 11 and its crew. sailor on the ship in 1969 and saw the crane lift the capsule “I was just standing by in case mates were allowed to walk past onto the deck. He repaired the of any problems,” Douglas re- the quarantine trailer and wave communications gear used by the calls, though no problems arose. to the astronauts. He still has a Hornet’s crew. Later, Douglas and his ship- picture he took of the three as- tronauts peering out the window. The Hornet was decommis- sioned the following year. The ship was completed in 1943 to fight World War II, involved in campaigns in the Mariana

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