VOLUME XLIII, NUMBER 40 Circulation: 48,365 Serving Livermore, Pleasanton and Sunol THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2006

Pleasanton to Study Sharks' Ice Arena Proposal The Pleasanton City Council di- City Manager Nelson Fialho said that contribute any financing. One major issues is access to the site. competition teams at both the state and rected staff to move forward with a study the commission can work on two differ- Fialho also noted that the develop- It would have to be from Stoneridge national levels, women and girls teams, that could bring an ice arena to the city. ent concepts, one with the ice arena, the ers of a proposed continuing care facil- Drive, El Charro Road or through the a high school hockey program, sled The San Jose Sharks have approached other without. The commission would ity on Staples Ranch have expressed Staples property from a road along a hockey for those who are disabled, fig- the city with a conceptual proposal for design the entire site. The ice arena is interest in helping to finance facilities proposed auto mall. The memorandum ure skating from elementary levels to an ice arena on the 17-acre park site on expected to take up about half of it. on the park aimed at seniors, such as of understanding with Alameda County, those who have Olympic aspirations, ice Staples Ranch. The council’s vote does Councilmember Jerry Thorne said his bocce ball. which owns the property, shows access dancing, and a daily public session. not mean that the use is approved. motion to approve the study included a Assistant City Manager Steve to the park from Stoneridge Drive. How- There will also be curling offered, said The vote was 4 to 1 with Matt Sulli- high degree of public participation. “I Bocian said, however, that the city ever, Bocian said access to the arena Gustafson. van opposed. Sullivan felt that the pro- assume if the community decides it would likely lease the land to the Sharks would depend on where it is situated on “We feel the facility will be a crown cess was backward from what is the usual doesn’t want an ice arena, that’s the for $1 a year. Eventually, the city would the property. jewel in the City of Pleasanton,” he Pleasanton planning process. Sullivan message that will be sent to the coun- likely take ownership of the arena. John Gustafson, a representative of added. said the Parks and Recreation Commis- cil.” “There are a lot of amenities in the the San Jose Sharks, described the pro- Six members of the public addressed sion usually holds a visioning process The Sharks are proposing a public- project. It includes a main lobby, dress- posal as a state-of-the art facility. “My the council on the issue. All but one said to determine what the residents would private development partnership to ing rooms, seating for 300, restrooms and job is to increase participation in skat- the facility would be welcome. They had like to see in a park. In this case, the build an 134,000 square foot facility. It lockers, a food court, hockey pro shop, ing and hockey. The facility will offer children who were involved in ice council is starting with an idea of what would be constructed in two phases. The conference rooms and a room for skate everything related to ice sports.” hockey. With only one place to practice it would like to see on the Staples Ranch Sharks would pay to construct the facil- rental and storage,” said Bocian. “It Programs include adult and youth in the valley, there was little ice time. site. ity. The city would not be expected to would not be a facility for the Sharks.” hockey leagues, classes, travel hockey (See ICE ARENA, page 3) County Commission Denies Cedar Grove Proposal The Alameda County Plan- owners to mitigate development ning Commission on Monday on their lands in South Liver- denied the Cedar Grove Church more. A twenty acre parcel is al- application to build on a site in lowed a 2 acre building enve- South Livermore. lope; 18 acres is required to be The vote was 5 to 2. The planted in cultivated. In order to church can appeal the decision meet the council standards, the to the Board of Supervisors. Ac- church would need at least a 60- cording to church member Dale acre site, said the commission. Turner, the elders will meet to de- Mitigation could be off-site. termine what to do next. If the church were permitted In denying the application, to build on its present site, com- commissioners said that the pro- missioners estimated the project posal was too large for the site. would be limited to 32,000 In addition, the plan did not meet square feet, including the three county policy and zoning re- homes that would remain. The quirements for the South Liver- church’s application was for more area, because it did not en- 80,000 square feet of new con- hance or promote cultivated ag- struction. The three homes would riculture. If the project were ap- be retained. In addition, there proved, commissioners believed would be a 5-acre parking lot and it should be required to provide a 5-acre vineyard. mitigation at the same level other “The issue is not the church. development in the area must If anyone else were to develop, provide. there would be a requirement for The county requires property (See CEDAR GROVE, page 4) Work Gets Underway to Repair Photo - Doug Jorgensen It's the time of year when kids of all ages head to the local pumpkin patch to select the perfect pumpkin. One young resident Historic Olivina Gate Sign searched through the selection at Joan's Pumpkin Farm. The metal sign adorning the toric and antique metal work, to historic Olivina Gate, at the cor- perform the repairs. ner of Wetmore Road and Arroyo LARPD has been working Road, is slated for repairs this with City staff in recent months Feds’ Altered Whipsnake Plan Called Inferior month, according to the Liver- to secure historical site status for more Area Recreation and Park the Gate. Tolon and Sons is cur- By Ron McNicoll The areas designated by FWS acres set aside by FWS in 1999, recovery. FWS goes by where the District, who is responsible for rently restoring metal work on The U.S. Fish and Wildlife are 25,966 acres from the Hay- after CBD sued the agency over whipsnake has been seen or Alcatraz Island. The company Service (FWS) is including three ward Hills to the Pleasanton failure to designate critical habi- where some evidence of its pres- trail maintenance at that location. The old stone fence and pil- will remove the metal portion Valley areas as part of 154,000 Ridge, west of Interstate 680 and tat. The area was cut again in 2005 ence has been found. and take it to its Benicia shop for acre habitat protection plan for south of Intestate 580; 24,723 to 203,000 acres in a draft plan, CBD wants adjacent habitat lars were erected in around 1904 repairs. the Alameda whip-snake. acres east of Lake Del Valle along after the homebuilding industry included, because it also can by Sarah Smith, in tribute to her “We know this sign is a local However, it’s 45,000 fewer Cedar Mountain Ridge and sued, saying that FWS failed to help protect the species. Without deceased husband Julius Paul landmark and serves as a gate- acres than earlier contemplated, Crane Ridge to Corral Hollow; set thorough standards for analy- it, the species won’t thrive and Smith, who founded the Olivina way to the Olivina Ranch, Sy- and it is not likely to be enough and 18,214 acres northeast of sis of economic impact of pro- eventually will die out, said CBD Ranch. The upper metal portion camore Grove Park, Wente Vine- to protect the five isolated snake Calaveras Reservoir, south of tection on the local economy. spokesman Jeff Miller. of the sign was damaged several yards and Golf Course, Camp populations that remain in Sunol, extending into southern The 49,000 acres eliminated The other factor in shrinking months ago. The cause of the Arroyo, and Lake Del Valle” said Alameda and Contra Costa coun- Alameda and northern Santa from the 2005 draft are the result the proposal’s protected acreage damage is still unknown. Tim Barry, LARPD General Man- ties, said Jeff Miller, a spokesman Clara counties. of two things. FWS doesn’t see is that some properties, includ- LARPD has arranged with ager. “We are taking great care to for the Center for Biological Di- The designation is approxi- eye to eye with CBD over what ing a major section of eastern Tolon and Sons of Benicia, spe- have the sign restored appropri- versity (CBD). mately one-half of the 406,000 habitat is necessary for species (See HABITAT, page 3) cialists in the restoration of his- ately.” Livermore School Board Has Membership Kick-off Exceeds Three Seats Open This November Goal by $50,000 Four candidates are running MCKINLEY DAY, 56, is a per cent of Livermore schools did The Livermore Valley Per- for three available seats on the math tutor. He received an hon- not show the required progress. forming Arts Center, now con- Livermore School Board this orable discharge from the mili- He was particularly concerned structing the first of two perfor- November. tary. He has a BS degree in busi- about the performance of minor- mance venues in downtown Liv- Seeking reelection are Will- ness and marketing and a mas- ity subgroups. One of those ermore, successfully staged its iam Dunlop and Anne White. The ters degree in telecommunica- schools not meeting the improve- first membership event at Murrieta’s Well on September newcomers are Kate Runyon and tions. ment requirement in math was th McKinley Day. He says he is running, because East Avenue Middle School. 17 . Attended by more than 150 Julie Orvis, whose term ends he wants to make a difference, to Day was hired last year to individuals, the event kicked-off in November, is not seeking re- change how things are done and teach math at East Avenue Middle the Center’s first annual member- election. to help where he thinks he can School. He was let go in a man- ship campaign, inviting couples The Independent asked each do the most good. ner that was considered contro- and individuals to sign up for of the candidates a series of ques- His focus would be on im- versial. Since then he has estab- charter memberships ranging tions. In addition, the answers proving academic achievement lished himself as a math tutor. His from $100 to $25,000. The goal of the evening was given by candidates to several and citizenship in the schools. website includes letters from par- Photo - Doug Jorgensen questions posed during a League However, his main interest would ents relating his skill in teaching to raise $70,000 in charter mem- of Women Voters forum are in- be to raise the level of math test math to their children. A party was held last Saturday to help raise funds and support berships, which will be valid cluded at the end of the story. scores in the district. “Teachers and schools are re- to keep the climbing wall open at Sunrise Mountain Sports. through August 2008. Accord- The interviews are in alpha- Day said he had reviewed re- sponsible for educating all stu- Lauren McCallum, age 9, was one of those who gave climbing ing to Jamie Hyams, LVPAC’s betical order. cent test results, “They don’t look a try during the event. Administrative Director, 63 mem- too good.” Day noted that 35 (See SCHOOL BOARD, page 5) (See MEMBERSHIP, page 4) Four Candidates Battle for Two City Council Seats in Pleasanton There are four candidates for since 1999, including two stints He says he is seeking a coun- derstand traffic counts. “The soft- update. Arkin is especially sup- While Arkin would like to see two seats on the Pleasanton City as chairman. cil seat, because, “I love Pleas- ware learns traffic patterns; an- portive of transit oriented devel- most of the units left under the Council. He points out that the commis- anton and care about its resi- ticipates and adjusts traffic lights opment at BART stations. Devel- housing cap used for transit ori- Incumbent Jerry Thorne is sion completed its part of the gen- dents. I want a grassroots based appropriately. It requires no hu- opment at the Hacienda station ented development, he supports seeking re-election after com- eral plan update in one year. The government in city hall. I am ac- man intervention,” he explains. and near Stoneridge Mall just leaving some of the units to al- pleting the seat vacated when commission took community in- cepting no corporate financing, “By using such software, I be- makes sense, he declared. There low small landowners to subdi- Jennifer Hosterman was elected put, categorized it and presented nor am I taking political action lieve that without having to pour could be high end purchase vide their properties. One devel- mayor two years ago. Brian recommendations to the council. committee money. It’s crazy another foot of cement, we could homes along with high and low opment proposal that has been Arkin, Cheryl Cook-Kallio, and “As Chairman of the Planning how much money was spent on improve traffic by thirty per- rentals. Some retail could be put forward, Arkin absolutely Dan Faustina are the other three Commission in 2003, I led the first the last election.” cent.” built to serve the needs of the opposes. “It is a bad idea to build candidates. One will fill the seat phase of the General Plan update Arkin would like to look into Regional traffic issues are be- people who live there. 300 homes in the Chain of Lakes vacated by incumbent Steve Bro- in 2003 with a series of neighbor- finance reform. He would like ing addressed in different ways. “Building homes near the sta- area.” zosky, who is running for mayor. hood meetings throughout the to see what other communities The Triangle Study will make tions provides the best opportu- He favors the senior housing Traffic, affordable housing, community. Now the General Plan have done to limit campaign recommendations on projects to nity for affordablity, because of proposed for Staples Ranch. “It’s and campaign finance reform are is crawling along at a snail’s pace. spending and what might work improve 680, 580 and highway high density,” said Arkin. He a nice product. It does need to be among the issues discussed with It is critical that we soon approve for Pleasanton. “There is cer- 84. By working together, the vari- added, there is also the least im- built in a way that makes it liv- the candidates. They also raised a General Plan that represents the tainly some merit to having a ous cities and the county can pact on existing neighborhoods. able, because it is close to the issues of concern to themselves. views, values, and concerns of our discussion on campaign finance lobby for and likely receive more Arkin doesn’t anticipate fac- airport.” The interviews are in alpha- residents and will guide reform,” he declares. money to pay for needed im- ing an issue with the housing cap Arkin has been a strong pro- betical order. Pleasanton’s progress for years to As a councilmember, he provements, such as HOV lanes over the next four years, because ponent of removing the BRIAN ARKIN finished just come.” He believes he can step would like to improve traffic in on 680 and 580, than if they development has slowed down. Stoneridge Drive extension from behind the winners in the last two right into the process, because of the city. Arkin has been actively worked individually. In the future, “Developers have the general plan. However, he council elections. He has served his planning commission experi- studying software that monitors Land use decisions are being the opportunity to put their plans says he supports the memoran- on the Planning Commission ence. traffic lights and learns to un- made as part of the general plan on the ballot.” (See COUNCIL, page 7) PAGE 2 - The Independent, OCTOBER 5, 2006 Ott Takes Over Leadership On LPC Foundation Board

The Las Positas College cultural contributions to the re- Foundation has announced the gion. Last year, the foundation election of six officers to its awarded more than $10,000 in Board of Directors. The six of- student scholarships and pro- Four Names At the Crossroads: ficers were elected for a term of vided generous financial support one year at the foundation’s an- to the Student Emergency Text- How Did They Evolve? nual meeting on September 13. book and Supplies Loan Fund, Amador’s, Dougherty’s Station, Dougherty, or Dublin—the settle- For the past two years, Imme- Disabled Students Programs and ment with four different names had importance in early California diate Past Chair Jim Ott has as- Services, and athletic uniforms because it stood at the hub of two important roads. One ran west/ sumed the role of Chair at the for the LPC Men’s and Women’s east from the Bay Area to Stockton and beyond it to the gold mines; special request of the Board. basketball teams. To learn more the other north/south from San Jose to Martinez. Newly-elected Chair Sherrie about the Las Positas Founda- José María Amador once welcomed travelers to his home near Souza of Livermore Valley Bro- tion, please visit the intersection of those two major roads, today’s Dublin Boule- kers will lead the new Executive www.lpcfoundation.org vard and San Ramon Road. Swiftly flowing Alamillo Spring at- Committee. Thomas Daggett, The LPC Foundation also ex- tracted wayfarers to the site. President of Tanner Insurance tends its support beyond the cam- In 1834 after his retirement from the Mexican Army, Amador Brokers in Livermore, will serve pus borders to the surrounding moved to his land grant of about 21,000 acres, Rancho San Ramon; as Chair-Elect, and ReMax Ex- community in a number of ways. it extended from today’s Dublin up through the San Ramon and ecutive Bill Aboumrad is the new “One of the most significant Tassajara Valleys. In the same year he built a two-story Monterey- Vice-Chair of Business Develop- items the LPC Foundation style adobe as his headquarters. The area became known as ment. Chief William funded last year was a $30,000 “Amador’s.” He ran sheep and cattle on his rancho. McCammon of the Alameda grant to pilot The Future Schol- In November 1850 Jeremiah Fallon and Michael Murray, immi- County Fire Department was ars, a program designed to en- Photo - Doug Jorgensen grants from County Roscommon, Ireland, each paid $1,500 to elected Treasurer and Livermore Fran and Lanny Replogle hold one of the first vintages bottled Amador for neighboring 250-acre plots. They moved to the area in courage college attendance by resident Charlene McKenney is 30 at-risk middle school students by their winery, known then as Ventana. The name was later 1852, building homes of redwood for their families and raising changed to Fenestra Winery. Fenestra celebrated its 30th sheep. the new Secretary. The six join in our region,” notes Dr. Kaye. They contributed four acres of land for a school and a Catholic 14 other directors who were also The foundation provides do- anniversary last weekend. church: Murray School (1856) and Old St. Raymond’s (1859). Fallon elected to one-year terms on the nors with an opportunity to con- stayed in the area. However, Murray sold his land and house to John panel, under the guidance of Ted tribute to the college with tax- Green and moved with his family to San Francisco. Kaye, CEO of the Las Positas deductible investments that can In 1853 Amador sold 10,000 acres of his rancho, including the College Foundation. be used for student support, in- adobe, for $22,000 to James Witt Dougherty. The Foundation was estab- cluding scholarships, staff devel- West of the adobe site, Dougherty built a hotel on the north side lished in 2003 to serve as a fund- opment and technology up- of Dublin Boulevard that he called Dougherty Station. The area’s ing support resource for the col- grades. Foundation funds are also name changed from Amador’s to Dougherty’s Station with the es- lege, as well as to educate sur- used to improve and increase the tablishment of a post office in 1860. Stagecoaches paused to change rounding communities about the school performing arts and other horses and other travelers stopped for water, food, and lodging. many learning opportunities college programs and services. The name was shortened to Dougherty in 1896; on February 29, available at the college, and its 1908, the name was changed to Dublin, probably because of the many Irish immigrants living there. For quite a while, however, the four names sort of blurred over each other. For example, William H. Brewer wrote of visiting “Amador” in 1862, and the 1878 map in Commuter Choice Thompson and West showed Dublin. Brewer and his party of geological surveyors watched a horse Transportation Fair at race at Amador’s with “a mixed crowd of fifty or a hundred Ameri- cans, Mexicans, and Indians … decidedly a hard looking crowd— drinking, swearing, betting, and gambling.” They stayed to have Hacienda Open to Public dinner in the hamlet but camped overnight farther north in the San The Tri-Valley Commuter ing alternatives that can save Ramon Valley. Choice Transportation Fair will both time and money. John Green, who bought Murray’s house and property, was an be held Thursday, October 5, be- Pleasanton’s Mayor Jennifer Irishman from County Longford. Sometime in 1862, Green erected tween 10:30 am and 1:30 pm at Hosterman comments, “The City a store across from the Dougherty Hotel site at the southeast corner the CarrAmerica Conference of Pleasanton has a long history of what is now Dublin Boulevard and Donlon Way, further enticing Center at 4400 Rosewood Drive. of applying innovation to ad- travelers to stop at the crossroads. He followed that with the Amador Over fifty different exhibits dressing these problems. We are Valley Hotel, later called the Dublin Hotel, on the southwest corner. will be available highlighting proud to be working with Haci- He also built a large two-story house for his family connected to time- and money-saving com- enda Business Park in both pro- Murray’s earlier one-story on San Ramon Road. mute options. viding a One Stop Shop of prac- After the death of his parents, Charles M. Dougherty filed a map This year’s fair will provide tical measures any commuter can in 1907 with the Board of Supervisors showing a 10-acre town to be free customized commute coun- apply to improve their travel to- called Dougherty. Although on file, the town never developed; seling from the 511 Regional day as well as participating in sixty years later the plan was officially cancelled, according to Rideshare program and will also forward-looking research with Virginia Bennett Smith in Dublin Reflections. Dougherty Road was named for this family. explore futuristic, low-pollution the US Environmental Protection Amador left the area and died in Gilroy in 1883. John Green’s solutions through options like Agency to look at the next gen- hotel was torn down in 1946—a plaque erected by E Clampus Vitus Personal Rapid Transit (your own eration of solutions for commut- stands on the site of its front doors. Dougherty’s Station (the hotel) personal shuttle to take you di- ers tomorrow. Since the Tri-Val- burned down in the late 1950s. A bulldozer flattened Green’s house rectly where you need to go). ley is one of the fastest growing in 1967 to make way for a Shell service station. The fair has two parts. The parts of the Bay Area, we also The Dougherty family lived in the Amador adobe until it was first hour of the fair, from 10:30 need to make sure that these so- severely damaged in the earthquake of 1868; then they tore it down am to 11:30 am, has been spe- lutions address not only commut- and built a frame house on roughly the same site, the northwest cifically designed for Employee ing problems but environmental corner of Dublin Boulevard and San Ramon Road. In 1906 John Transportation Coordinators, or sustainability as well.” and Amelia Neidt bought 10 acres, which included the old those who either facilitate a Admission to the Commuter Dougherty residence, and members of the Neidt family lived in the company’s transportation pro- Choice Transportation Fair is house until 1960. The Valley Fire Department burned it soon after- gram or who oversee employee free. Special drawings will be ward to clear the way for commercial development. However, wal- benefits programs including held to award prizes to attend- nut trees planted by the Neidts are still there in front of the Springs transportation incentives. Fair ees. Prizes include a variety of Apartments at the corner site. vendors will be available to an- transportation giveaways includ- Another plaque near those same walnut trees honors José María swer questions and work with ing BART tickets, gift baskets, Amador; Alamilla Spring still runs in the wet season, but now representatives on creating pro- commute incentives and much, through the apartment complex, not a Mexican rancho. gram options for their business. much more. The grand prize will Plans are in the works for a Dublin History Park, which would The second part of the fair, be a getaway for two to Lake include old St. Raymond’s, Murray School, the Dublin Cemetery, the site of the Green hotel, and perhaps the Green store, which has from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm, is for Tahoe. There is no charge to en- been restored and is presently a community church at 11873 Dub- the general public. Here, fair at- ter the drawings and attendees lin Boulevard. tendees will be able to connect need not be present to win. The area was incorporated in 1982; Dublin was chosen as the with resources that will aid them name for the new city. Because of the rapid increase in vehicular in getting to and from work us-

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LifeStyleRx to be considered an Members and patients may immediate success,” said Neil come into LifeStyleRx® through Sol, PhD, vice president of Out- either physician or self-referred patient Services. “Most hospital programs that include: physical medical fitness facilities take therapy for Sports Medicine, in- more than three years to be jury treatment and rehabilitation, deemed successful. The honor Pulmonary Rehabilitation goes to all ValleyCare employ- phases I & II, Cardiac Rehabili- ees, as it takes an entire team to tation phase II & III. Other Physi- achieve this kind of success.” cal and Sports Medicine Pro- The award will be presented The Independent, OCTOBER 5, 2006 - PAGE 3 Money Will Be Used to Water Parks VALLEY ROUNDUP The Livermore Area Recre- money to water the grass,” said the 60 day timeline to come up ation and Park District Board of Furst. with a solution. Airport Not on Council Oct. 9 Agenda ing the CMA as it competes to fund projects that Directors amended the 2006/ The Board also discussed the Dennis Gambs, a member of The City of Livermore City Council will not are critical to improving mobility throughout 2007 budget last week by real- Friendship Center relocation the Adult Day Care board, said be considering any Airport items on the Octo- the county. We are a major gateway between the locating $30,000 in unused elec- project. The Friendship Center is that the district should look at ber 9th City Council agenda. According to a Central Valley and the rest of the Bay Area. Any tion funds to the Park Division LARPD’s adult day care center, both immediate and long term notice from the city, issues related to the airport improvements made here would benefit the re- irrigation budget. which currently leases space at solutions. “There is an immedi- gion and the state,” according to Haggerty. The District’s irrigation bud- the Charter School. LARPD’s ate need to extend the time the will be considered at a later date, after a final get was cut two years ago, as a lease expires in June 2007. Staff program stays at Sonoma. Other determination has been made on whether the CMA is currently engaged in a process to de- termine which projects would be submitted to result of budget shortfalls, which is trying to find another site for options will take longer than the City of Pleasanton City Council will partici- has resulted in the yellowing of the program. date set for us to vacate.” pate financially in an Airport Noise Monitoring the state for funding if the transportation bond on the November ballot were approved. Included turf in many parks. The proposal Staff members have contacted Turner said it may be neces- System. in the funding are two new categories of fund- to use the money for irrigation Supervisor Scott Haggerty to see sary to find an interim site. “We was made by Director David what the county might be able to cannot let this program slip ing. Money is limited to highway projects. Cor- Furst. away,” he stated. Haggerty Elected Chair ridor Mobility Improvement is intended to ad- do to help. Director Dale Turner Members of the Alameda County Conges- “Parks are one of the facili- said that the district has been re- The district will be asking the dress highly congested travel corridors. Trade ties that residents use heavily. If ferred to the Agency on Aging charter school for an extension tion Management Agency (CMA) board last Corridors Improvement focuses on projects that they don’t use them, they seen for assistance. on the deadline for vacating week elected Alameda County Supervisor Scott enhance or expand the capacity for goods move- them. One way we can show we Board members also wanted Sonoma School. Director Steve Haggerty to serve as chair for the next year. Union ment. Alameda County is host to 40 percent of care about the parks is to use the to make sure that the staff kept to Goodman commented, “I am op- City Mayor Mark Green was chosen as vice chair. all the traffic congestion in the entire nine county timistic they will agree.” “The state is preparing to make major invest- region with five of the top ten most congested ments in its infrastructure. I look forward to lead- highways. HABITAT (continued from page one) Contra Costa County, have been existence then. Most contributed Sciences. It was published in subjects of habitat conservation to habitat losses for species, and Bioscience magazine. The study plans (HCP). According to Al failed to meet recovery goals. said that because of loopholes in CAMPAIGN '06 Donner, spokesperson for FWS in The measures outlined in the the conservation plans, the HCPs Sacramento, they are negotiated HCPs were not effective, some are proving to be inadequate. TRI-VALLEY NOW have earned the support and trust ments and a drawing for a week’s between FWS and developers, were not implemented, and fund- Some of the Eastbay ENDORSES of Mayors Wilson, Stepper and stay in a Molokai beach home. cities and any other affected pub- ing was not set to manage and whipsnake habitat already has The Tri-Valley Chapter of the Kamena and will continue to The forum venue has been lic agencies, such as Contra monitor effects of development’s been cleared with public agen- National Organization for work closely with them.” donated by Kassabian Motors, Costa Water District and East Bay impact on the environment, said cies in separate HCPs, such as Women hosts a Meet the Candi- Mayor Wilson, Mayor Step- Dublin, California. Regional Park District. Miller. with EBRPD, said Donner. dates Night for all of NOW’s en- per and Mayor Kamena join Confirmed candidates are: Besides HCPs, there are also The study was conducted by However, Miller said that de- consultations, in which the de- the Center for Ecological Analy- spite a park agency’s best inten- dorsed candidates for the Novem- County Supervisor Scott John Dendulk, 9th Congressional veloper meets with FWS to come ber 7 election. NOW endorses Haggerty, Pleasanton City District; Congressman Richard sis and Synthesis, and the Ameri- tions, the protections are not at up with a plan that will protect can Institute of Biological Sci- the level provided by critical candidates on three levels: local, Councilmember Cindy Pombo, 11th Congressional Dis- habitat. The Blue Rock Country ences. habitat designation. “The state and federal. The chapter McGovern, Pleasanton Unified trict; George Bruno, 13th Con- Club on the Hayward Ridge is a A second study, which looked Alameda whipsnake will be serves Southern Alameda School District Trustees Weaver, gressional District; Darcy Linn, good example of that, said at 22 multi-species HCPs this worse off with HCPs than with County. The chapter endorsees Haugen, Kernan, Pulido and re- 19th Congressional District; Lou Donner. year, was completed by the critical habitat designation,” said candidates for office through a tired Trustee Gloria Fredette in Filipovich, State Senate District The developer talked to FWS American Institute of Biological Miller. Political Action Committee. endorsing Steve Brozosky for 10; Assemblyman Guy Houston, about the 1500 acres, and wound After a questionnaire and in- mayor of Pleasanton. State Assembly District 15; and up dedicating approximately terview process, Tri-Valley en- Jill Buck, State Assembly District one-half of the acreage to habi- dorsed the following local can- CORRECTION 18. tat preservation for the snake, didates: Jennifer Hosterman for A statement attributed to Other Republican candidates Donner explained. Mayor of Pleasanton, and Cheryl Pleasanton mayoral candidate who have been invited are: Ri- Miller, though, was critical of Cook-Kallio and Jerry Thorne for Steve Brozosky regarding the chard Mountjoy, U.S. Senate; Donner’s response. He said that Pleasanton City Council. Federal Stoneridge Extension was incor- Governor Arnold the east Contra Costa HCP is still and state candidates endorsed rect. Brozosky stated, “I don’t be- Schwarzenegger; Senator Tom in draft form. It’s a poor substi- are Ellen Tauscher, 10th Con- lieve the extension will be built McClintock, Lt. Governor; Bruce tute for including the whole area gressional District; Jerry today. At some point it may go McPherson, Secretary of State; in the habitat recovery plan, said McNerney, 11th Congressional through.” Tony Strickland, Controller; Miller. Miller cited two studies that District, Mary Hayashi, Assem- Claude Parrish, Treasurer; Chuck claim that HCPs have flaws, and bly 18th District, and Ellen HOUSTON ENDORSES Poochigian, Attorney General; are not as good as critical habitat Corbett, State Senate 10th Dis- FAUSTINA Steve Poizner, Insurance Com- designations by FWS. One study trict. Dan Faustina, a candidate for missioner; Leigh Wolf, Assembly in 1999 looked at all HCPs in Tri-Valley NOW will host a the Pleasanton City Council, has District 14; Ken Nimishura, As- candidates night on Wed., Oct. been endorsed by Assemblyman sembly District 20; David Neigh- 11 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hart Guy Houston. bors, Board of Equalization, Dis- Middle School in the multipur- “Dan brings a fresh perspec- trict 1. pose room, 443 Willow Rd., tive to the many issues surround- Local candidates and digni- Pleasanton. All local and Cali- ing the City of Pleasanton and taries have been invited. fornia endorsed candidates have has the knowledge and experi- For additional information been invited. ence to serve the people of Pleas- contact: Janet-Marie Persico, Tri- Admission is free. The event anton well,” said Houston. Valley Republican Women Fed- is open to the public. Refresh- Faustina says he sees this en- erated (925) 600-0609. ments will be served. dorsement as a reflection of his For more information, call Tri- promise to cooperate with re- BUCK-HAYASHI DEBATE Valley NOW at 462-1776. gional leaders to effect policies Candidates for the 18th As- that are sensible for Pleasanton. sembly District, Republican Jill MAYORS FOR BROZOSKY Dan Faustina has also re- Buck and Democrat Mary San Ramon Mayor H. Abram ceived the endorsements of cur- Hayashi will debate during a can- Wilson, Danville Mayor Karen rent Councilmember Cindy didates forum on Thursday Oc- Stepper and Livermore Mayor McGovern and Pleasanton tober 5th. Marshall Kamena have endorsed School Board President Steven The debate will be held at the Steve Brozosky in his bid to be- Pulido. McGovern joined Dan’s All Saints Church, 22824 2nd St., come the next mayor of Pleasan- list of supporters after attending in Hayward. The League of ton. the League of Women Voter’s Women Voters of the Eden Area “Livermore and Pleasanton Forum on September 29 and (LWVEA) will be hosting the fo- share a special relationship - we stated that Dan’s honest and rum between the two candidates. not only share a border, we share straightforward approach is This forum is currently the only our Fire Department. It is critical needed in city hall. scheduled meeting between the that the elected officials of both two candidates. It begins at 6:30 cities work seamlessly together REPUBLICAN p.m. to continue to provide superior CANDIDATES FORUM public safety service and to im- The “2006 Republican Can- CHAMBER FORUM prove our disaster preparedness. didate Forum,” sponsored by the The Pleasanton Chamber of I have worked closely with Steve Tri-Valley Republican Women Commerce will host a forum for for the past four years and look Federated, will be held on Thurs- mayor and city council candi- forward to working with him as day, October 19 at Kassabian dates on Tues., Oct. 10 from the next Mayor of Pleasanton,” Motors, 6080 Dublin Blvd., Dub- 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the said Mayor Marshall Kamena of lin. Palm Pavilion at the Alameda Livermore, who also serves as A reception with the candi- County Fairgrounds in Pleasan- Chairman of the joint Livermore- dates will begin at 6:30 p.m. and ton. Pleasanton Fire Department the program will begin at 7 p.m. Candidates will deliver cam- Board. Doors open at 6 p.m. paign platforms and then answer “In addition to disaster pre- The candidate forum is an op- questions from the audience. paredness, the Tri-Valley cities portunity for the public to learn Cost is $25 per person. The must work closely together in where Republican candidates general public is invited to at- order to solve regional traffic stand on issues. The event is tend. Please RSVP by October 5 congestion,” said Steve open to the public. There is no at www.pleasanton.org. For infor- Brozosky. “I am proud that I charge. There will be refresh- mation call 846-5858. ICE ARENA (continued from page one) John Carroll said he didn’t Brozosky said in supporting the Mayor Jennifer Hosterman think such a facility is needed in study that the city has a lot more said she really liked the concept. Pleasanton. He suggested that needs than money. “I see this as She understood Sullivan’s con- before spending staff time and a way to gain an amenity. We cerns. Hosterman said that she money on planning, that the city don’t have the resources. It makes had always looked at parks as should determine the public’s in- sense to look at the partnership. green grass. “When this oppor- terest in an ice arena. If we don’t, the site will be weeds tunity came up, I saw it could John Cliney, a representative and dirt for the next twenty provide an activity that doesn’t of the local soccer club, offered years.” rely on green grass.” She said she to help finance soccer fields to Cindy McGovern said that the believes the Parks and Recre- be constructed in the remainder city is always looking for ways ation Commission will provide of the park. for kids to get out and do some- ample opportunity for public in- Councilmember Steve thing, to exercise. put. PAGE 4 - The Independent, OCTOBER 5, 2006 Prop. 90: 'Uses a Machete Where Scalpel Is Needed' EDITORIALS Valley mayors were asked their cently used eminent domain to as something that is desperately Proposition 90’s potential fiscal views concerning Proposition 90 take property needed for a new needed. In fact, California law impact on California and its tax- on the California November 7. veterans hall in Lafayette. The favors homeowners. The city has payers. In their report “The Fis- Pleasanton City Council: The question was posed dur- price offered by the city was a to pay more than the property is cal Impact of Proposition 90,” ing a Chamber of Commerce lun- fair market price. The landowner worth now,” according to Reitter. economists at LECG conclude cheon held last week at Wente was asking nearly twice the fair ARGUMENTS IN SUPPORT that “the costs imposed on the BRIAN ARKIN, JERRY THORNE Vineyards in Livermore. market value based on potential Those in favor say that Propo- taxpayers by Proposition 90 Two seats are open, with four candidates running in Livermore Mayor Marshall use. sition 90 will restore would amount to billions of dol- the Pleasanton City Council election. Our endorsements Kamena, Pleasanton Mayor Jen- Under Proposition 90 land- homeowners’ rights that were lars annually”. nifer Hosterman, Dublin Mayor owners can demand payment for gutted last year by the Supreme Among the key findings of go to Brian Arkin and Jerry Thorne. Janet Lockhart, San Ramon potential use, rather than current Court ruling allows eminent do- the report: Brian Arkin has been both a grassroots activist and Mayor H. Abram Wilson, and zoning. main to be used to take homes • Proposition 90 would in- Danville Mayor Karen Stepper Kamena declared, “If Propo- and businesses and turn them crease the annual cost of state and an appointee to the Planning Commission. As a citizen, were at the luncheon. sition 90 were approved, virtu- over to private developers. local government in California he wrote Measure V (no more housing on Bernal) and All five mayors agreed that ally all development would stop. Proponents say Prop. 90 is a by billions of dollars. co-chaired the victorious campaign for it. As a plan- eminent domain needs reforming. Cities would have to pay outland- reaction to the June 2005 U.S. • By increasing the cost of As Mayor Hosterman put it, ish prices to property owners who Supreme Court ruling that al- public works, like schools, roads, ning commissioner, Arkin has been deeply involved in “Proposition 90 is like reforming claim their property values have lowed a Connecticut city to seize water systems, flood protection the general plan update. He advocates transit-oriented eminent domain with a machete gone down as a result of a land the home of Susette Kelo and and utility services, Prop. 90 housing as a way to achieve the densities necessary for where a scalpel is needed.” use decision.” others. The city wanted a differ- would curtail infrastructure de- Proposition 90 asks: “Should Kamena used the example of ent owner to build a hotel, con- velopment. For example, affordable housing, with minimal impact on existing the California Constitution be Wal-Mart. Property owners who dominiums and commercial CalTrans is projecting that neighborhoods. On traffic issues Arkin isn’t afraid to amended to require government live near the site, could say ap- space on the land. Proposition 90 will lead to more to pay property owners for sub- proval of the Wal-Mart lowered They contend passage of than $180 million in project suggest out-of-the-box solutions, to innovate when con- stantial economic losses result- their property values. Proposition 90 would return emi- schedule delay costs over the ventional solutions are inadequate. ing from some new laws and rules, Kamena also pointed out that nent domain to legitimate pub- next seven years, and another $43 The only incumbent in the race, Jerry Thorne has and limit government authority groups who might be expected lic uses, such as building roads, million per year in added litiga- to take ownership of private prop- to support the preposition have schools, firehouses, and other tion-related expenses — without shown himself during his first term to be admirably erty?” come out in opposition. These needs that serve the public and even considering the higher balanced in his decision-making. Testament to that is All five mayors voiced the include the Ventura County Prop- not the financial interests of the property acquisition costs that view that a “yes” vote would have erty Owners Association, the Cali- government and powerful devel- the measure will require the the broad range of endorsements he has received — major financial impact on their fornia Taxpayers Association, opers, according to supporters. agency to pay for highway im- Tom Pico, Ken Mercer, Matt Sullivan, the Chamber of cities, as well as their ability to and the California Farm Bureau. Other arguments are that state provements. Commerce, etc. Thorne contributes a strong financial enforce zoning laws. It could Lockhart offered the view that and local governments have un- • By increasing the cost of reach a point where all develop- it would be more difficult to pro- dermined private property rights regulation, Prop 90 would reduce background to the council; he has been very helpful in ment would stop. tect open space and agriculture through excessive use of eminent government’s ability to regulate that area. He has also become involved in energy is- Hosterman continued, “It were the measure to be approved, domain power and the regulation land use, protect consumers and would allow developers to make because it would require inflated of private property for purposes workers, and safeguard the envi- sues and helped write the general plan’s new energy a claim against a city if the city pay-outs for easements. unrelated to public health and ronment. element. On affordable housing, Thorne supports the did not allow development. Ba- “Responsible planning will safety. Supporters say, therefore, According to LECG, two fea- transit-oriented concept, but wants to see more housing sically, all land use ordinances be replaced by sprawl and uncon- that Proposition 90 is needed to tures of Proposition 90 are would be set aside. I hope voters trolled development. If a city lim- limit the use of the power of emi- mainly responsible for the developed in the downtown area, in addition to around read between the lines. This is ited the number of units, a devel- nent domain by governments in measure’s multi-billion-dollar BART. bad for cities.” oper could sue. Taxpayers would California to legitimate public price tag: We believe Cheryl Cook-Kallio is a worthy candi- Wilson suggested voters find be on the hook for the difference. use projects. • The measure would require out who is financing the measure. New roads, schools and more in- Proposition 90 ensures that government (and the taxpayers) date. We admire Dan Faustina’s love of Pleasanton. How- It is out of state money. He called frastructure would be more ex- the owner will receive just com- to pay businesses and individu- ever, Arkin and Thorne have proven themselves. Arkin it, “A bait and switch proposition. pensive. If government can’t af- pensation for any property taken als whenever it passes laws or Read it. It is loaded with far reach- ford the inflated costs of the land, or damaged, proponents state. adopts regulations intended to would make a good council even better. Thorne has ing provisions that won’t protect residents won’t see needed Whenever a property owner and protect the public’s interest been a first-rate councilmember; there is no reason to residents or homeowners.” Wil- amenities built.” the government cannot agree on (other than health- and safety-re- replace him. We urge our Pleasanton readers to elect son said that passage of the mea- While not at the luncheon, fair compensation, the California lated) that substantially affect sure would create a new dynamic Livermore City Councilmember courts should provide through a property values. Brian Arkin to the City Council and reelect Jerry Thorne. where cities would constantly be Tom Reitter said he believes the jury trial a fair and timely pro- • Proposition 90 also would trying to defend their positions goal of the measure is to elimi- cess for the settlement of dis- significantly increase the amount on decisions. The taxpayers nate all zoning laws and any kind putes. that government and state-regu- Livermore School Board: would have to pay both for the of environmental protection. They argue that Proposition lated, investor-owned utilities defense and the higher prices for Property owners could file a 90 stops eminent domain abuse are required to pay owners when WILLIAM DUNLOP, ANNE WHITE land. claim on any decision made by and protects the American their property is acquired through Danville Mayor Stepper de- any government body, said Dream—the fundamental right of eminent domain for public uses With three Livermore school board seats on the line, scribed herself as a big proponent Reitter. This could include such every American to own a home. such as roads, schools, hospitals, four persons are running: incumbents William Dunlop of property rights. She is opposed a simple decision as changing “It prevents government from airports, utility transmission and Anne White plus McKinley Day and Kate Runyon. to Proposition 90. One example school boundaries. It could be taking your home or property lines, and power plants. Under she provided of the negative im- claimed that putting a home in a without your permission and current law, government must We endorse two, the incumbents Dunlop and White. pact is that government will be poorer performing school area turning it over to powerful de- compensate owners by paying William Dunlop has been an outstanding trustee, hamstrung in trying to fix trans- reduced the value of the home. velopers who want to build strip them the fair market value of their portation. When land is needed Reitter said that in Oregon, malls or other commercial property, taking into consider- bringing intelligence and foresight to both education for a right-of-way, there will be where a similar law was approved projects.” ation existing limitations on how issues and growth ones. During the Pardee issue last no way to acquire it because of in 2004, the state has already had INDEPENDENT ANALYSIS the property can be used (e.g., year, when the board majority performed like a shame- the cost and the length of time it $5 billion in claims against it. A team of economists at zoning restrictions). In some will take. Reitter pointed out that Cali- LECG consulting, led by former cases, Proposition 90 would re- less lackey of the developer, he kept a clear head, urg- Stepper suggested that greed fornia law is not the same as in nonpartisan legislative Analyst quire government to pay owners ing neutrality by the board. is one motive behind the measure. other sates. “The ballot measure William Hamm, released a com- more than the fair market value She pointed out that the city re- A retired Livermore Lab physicist, he has a back- portrays eminent domain reform prehensive report outlining of their property. ground that can be extremely helpful as the school dis- trict endeavors to keep up with emerging technologies. CEDAR GROVE Dunlop was a co-founder of the Livermore Valley (continued from page one) Education Association and served three years as its mitigation. The use is not ban growth boundary seriously, Concannon Vineyard, said the land use regulations would be a whether the church is compat- in his opinion. By denying the main issue is the density of the sticking point in gaining ap- president. He is completing a two-year term on the ible. The issue is the size,” said church’s use within the city, the use in an agricultural area. He proval for the project. school board. the commission. city forced the church to look out- pointed out that Concannon de- Commissioner Kirby said that Facing many unknowns about future enrollment and Staff had offered the view that side the city, said Jacob. “We are veloped 5 acres out of 230 acres, after reading the East County the project should be regarded talking about a partnership. The a 2.5 percent density. The church Area Plan it was hard to under- other matters, the Livermore school board needs Will- as infrastructure and therefore not voters have told is to protect the is proposing to develop over 9 stand why a senior county plan- iam Dunlop. subject to mitigation. UGB. Livermore is not doing its acres of a 14 acre site, a 65% den- ner did not say this would be a Anne White is seeking her fifth term on the board. Commissioners said that in- part by denying such uses.” sity. Voss stated that if the church problem. “We must add to the traditional 3Rs,” she says. “In- frastructure has to have a direct Commissioner Mike Kirby were to comply with the 2.5 per- Herbert Pedigo from Cedar relation to what it is supporting. said he didn’t believe the church cent density, it would need 375 Grove said that Cedar Grove is struction must be rigorous for all students, as well as Commissioner Richard completed the application pro- acres of land. Typically density not a regional mega-church. relevant to the careers and challenges of our shrinking Hancocks said that he didn’t cess within the city. “The church is 10 percent in an ag area. At Ninety percent of the member- world.” think the commission could find abandoned the process before it that level the church would re- ship lives in Livermore. “The the church qualifies as infrastruc- exhausted all remedies within quire over 80 acres of land.” church has grown, because Liv- She takes a rational stance on issues where learning ture. “We need to find a way to the city,” he stated. Tom O’Neill, a Livermore resi- ermore has grown,” he told the values are at stake. As one example, on the question of condition the project so there is The other issue addressed by dent, said of RLUIPA that he commission. “The current site is whether “intelligent design” should be taught as sci- higher compatibility with sur- the commission related to Reli- would like to see the federal gov- too small.” rounding land use. That gets to gious Land Use and Institution- ernment leave planning to local Several proponents said that ence, she opposes it, but believes the subject does have density,” he said. alized Persons Act (RLUIPA) of communities. “RLUIPA seems to churches were never discussed as a place in classes where contemporary issues are dis- Commissioner Frank Imhof 2000. upset the balance of the First a use not allowed within the cussed. had proposed that the matter be The law says that no govern- Amendment in the direction of South Livermore Plan. They be- continued to allow staff time to ment shall impose or implement establishing religion.” lieved that they are a permitted Anne White has been a good, reliable trustee, com- work with the applicant to reduce a land use regulation in a man- A proponent of the church, use. mitted to the concept of quality education. She deserves the size of the project. ner that imposes a substantial Dan Nelson said the church site Jean King said the issue is not to be reelected. Another suggestion was that burden on the religious exercise had been a dumping ground for whether the church is good for the commission approve only the of a person, including religious contractors. The church is work- the community. It is an issue of first of three phases. The first assemblies or institutions absent ing hard to clean up the site. “I an urban use in an ag area. When phase is more in line with the size the least restrictive means of fur- think it would be a nice addition the church purchased the land, it project the commission favored. thering a compelling govern- to this end of town and a real ben- should have been told it is in an The proposal never came to a mental interest. efit to the community.” ag area. “The commission must vote. County counsel offered the Councilmember Tom Reitter, not set a percent by allowing this MEMBERSHIP The church asked that the opinion that the county would speaking as an individual, told urban use,” King declared. (continued from page one) commission either vote the not violate RLUIPA if the church the commission that federal law Tom Concannon, a descen- berships were received for a total donates membership gifts for project, “up or down, so that the application were denied. He said does not allow the county to ig- dant of the founder of Concannon of more than $120,000 exceed- helping to make this first event church could move forward. We that it is not fair to say that land nore planning rules. “The church Vineyard, said his great grandfa- ing the evening’s goal by so successful.” Ms. Hyams said. have worked for three years on use and zoning are not a compel- is an urban use that belongs in- ther founded the winery on the $50,000. “We are already thinking forward the project. We have an EIR that ling argument for denial. The side the urban growth boundary.” best vineyard land in the State of The evening featured a Re- indicates there is no impact.” county is trying to protect land He added that approval could California. Allowing the pro- to our next event slated for April, There are four findings the increase the price of land; above naissance theme and included identified by the state as prime posed plan would extend urban TOP OF THE PARK (which will commission needed to make to agriculture land through its zon- what ag land would otherwise sell infrastructure, making the land musicians, food and wines and be jazz cabaret under the stars in approve the project. ing and land use policies. He for. “Why sell property as ag more attractive for similar uses. appearances by costumed mem- downtown”. One is that the project fulfills said that he believes that the land, when the owner could get The EIR does not address the bers of the event’s planning com- While the Center has already a public need that could not be church would have to show there higher prices from a church?” he importance of farmland, contin- mittee. Participants learned more raised more than $9.5 million in accommodated within the city is no other site available where it asked. ued Concannon. He urged the about the progress of construc- its ongoing $15 million capital limits. Commissioners felt that could practice its religion, before Others opposed to the pro- church to withdraw its applica- tion on the 500 and 1800 seat campaign to fund the construc- the church had not exhausted all the denial could be considered a posed plan addressed what they tion. theaters and were encouraged to tion of the initial 500-Seat The- of the possibilities within the ur- burden on the church said would be negative impacts Jim Perry, a former Livermore ban growth boundary. of the use on nearby properties, select their membership level. At ater, annual membership funds Kevin Snyder, legal counsel planning commissioner, told the each level, new members re- A second is compatibility with for the church, told the commis- including traffic, storm runoff, county commissioners that the will be used to underwrite staff- other land uses. Commissioners sion that he believes the appli- aquifer depletion, and wastewa- church’s application was not ceived special gifts ranging from ing and programming costs for said that if the project were prop- cation fits within the RLUIPA ter disposal (use of packaged turned down by Livermore. In the a delicious bottle of Murrieta’s the theater when it opens in the erly conditioned it could make provisions. He did not believe sewer treatment plants). light of neighborhood opposi- Well Zarzuela to a ride in a luxu- fall of 2007. that finding. However, unless that protection of agriculture land Proponents lauded the church tion to the church, he worked rious million-dollar RV– all do- Planning is currently under- conditions were modified to be was a compelling reason to deny for its work in the community. with both sides to come up with nated by individuals and orga- way for the first season of pro- in-line with other land use, com- the church’s application. Others said there is a tradition of a compromise plan that was not nizations from across the Tri-Val- gramming which is expected to missioners said they could not John Bulloch, the attorney churches in wine country, point- accepted by either side. The ley community. include performances by the Liv- make the finding. representing the Tri-Valley Con- ing to Napa, France and Italy as church did not proceed with its “We’re most grateful to ermore-Amador Symphony, Liv- A third finding is that the servancy, told the commission examples where churches are lo- application. Evelyn Fletcher, Wendy Mad- project would have an adverse that the plan (South Livermore) cated within vineyards. Realtor Mark Triska said he ermore Valley Opera, Del Valle or injurious impact on health, Pastor Keith Cromie said that den, Nancy McKenzie, Susann specifically prohibits develop- believes there are other options Fine Arts, California Independent safety and welfare. Commission- ment that does not enhance or the church would not have gone for the church within the urban Mercer, Kimberly Moore, Helen Film Festival, Valley Dance The- ers said that depends on how in- promote cultivated agriculture. through time and expense of the growth boundary. He has helped Smith and Julie Wente for their ater and others. In addition, the jurious is defined. As presented The church does neither. application if it were not neces- three churches locate in Liver- commitment to making this ini- Center will host a presenting se- and defined, the finding is prob- He also discussed RLUIPA, sary to carry out the church’s vi- more over the last three years. He tial membership event such a tre- ries that will feature well-known lematic. “The most compelling noting that the church is not pro- sion. “Denial would place a said that ag land is the least ex- mendous success. The and aspiring artists in the areas risk is its impact on the price of hibited from offering religious heavy burden on the ministry.” pensive option. If the commis- committee’s careful attention to of jazz, folk and chamber music ag land. The ag land exists be- services at its current location. He told the commission that sion approved the application, detail and their desire to create a along with small-scale theater cause of zoning and land use There are alternative sties avail- the church had done its due dili- there would be nothing to keep planning.” gence before proceeding with the fun event certainly paid off for productions and young people’s able. The church may not choose other large churches from ex- The final finding that the to use them. That doesn’t mean purchase of the land. They met panding in the area. the Center. We are also grateful programming that connects art- project meets the overall intent with county and city representa- to Murrieta’s Well and those who the government has to allow the John Christensen, a smaller ists to the region’s schools. of county zoning and policy current project. The county has tives, as well as Eric Wente. They grower, discussed the economics. standards was the most difficult no duty to make all land avail- all expressed support for the He said that he is currently los- to make, commissioners said. able to churches. Churches are project. “I implore you not to ing money on his grapes. “The Commissioner Jacob said he accorded equal treatment under have us suffer any more delays. thing that will keep my vines in Publisher: Joan Kinney Seppala; Associate Publisher: David T. Lowell; could vote for the application if the law, not special treatment. It’s been 39 months.” He said the ground is more money for the Editor: Janet Armantrout the church had a 60 acre parcel Members of the public on both they had only looked outside the fruit. That is achieved by being (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) Business Manager, Michael Saunders; Sales Manager, Jessica Scherer and built on 6 acres, and planted sides of the issue addressed the city limits after they decided not able to sell wine at higher prices. The Independent is published every Thursday at 2250 First St., Livermore, CA 94550 the remaining acreage in culti- commission. Most were opposed to proceed with their expansion We need as much money coming (Mailing address: PO Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551) vated agriculture. to the use. plans at the current site. in and as many wineries and The Independent is delivered by the United States Post Office. Advertising rates and subscription rates may be obtained by calling Jacob scolded Livermore for Brian Voss of the Wine Group, He said he was never told by acres of grapes as possible to (925) 447-8700 during regular business hours. • Fax: (925) 447-0212 E-MAIL: [email protected] not taking protection of the ur- owners of the neighboring the county that the location and make this come to pass.” The Independent, OCTOBER 5, 2006 - PAGE 5 SCHOOL BOARD (continued from page one) dents,” Day commented. He Dunlop was one of the co- When it comes to intelligent schools desirable places to be. the budget. It is up to the board did not pass the exam did not at- would like to take his experience founders of the Livermore Val- design, Dunlop would not make Perhaps that would mean a 15 to to ask the right questions when tend middle school in Livermore. as a tutor and put it to use in Liv- ley Education Foundation and it part of the science curriculum. 1 student to teacher ratio or full issues come before it to ensure It’s something we have to look at ermore schools by acting as a served as president for three If it were taught, it belongs in a arts and music programs. the the district is going in the in addressing the issue, she stated. math counselor for the district. years. class on comparative religion. The community at large has direction established. Intelligent design or creation- He said he would recommend He says during his two years Dunlop would deal with po- to make up for the inability of She explained why she is run- ism is not included in the state programs that he feels would on the board, he learned a lot and tential gang and racism problems parents to be involved at elemen- ning for the board. “We spent so science standards for teaching. If work to improve math grades.. now better understands some of through character education. “It tary schools where test scores are many years taking the district the district were to teach it, the Day says he has created math the difficult problems the school is meant to teach pupils how to low. There is the Roadrunner pro- apart piece by piece, it will be student would be at a disadvan- programs for Title I schools. It is district faces. He sees the role of treat each other with honesty and gram at Marilyn. I would like to fun to rebuild it today.” White tage. “I would support and en- a math lab that would work well the school board as providing respect. Such instruction mini- see something comparable at doesn’t envision returning all of courage discussion of modern in educating the underachieving oversight and providing ideas mizes discipline problems.” The Portola, even if it’s just reading the programs of the past, because issues such as intelligent design subgroups in Livermore. It was about what the school system district launched a pilot program to the kids, Runyon stated. it is a different world now. in a class setting. Other subjects used in his previous job at the should look like in the future. last year that incorporates char- While we are concerned about For example, counselors used could include the death penalty Mt. Diablo District, where he Dunlop said one thing he has acter education with other sub- the low achieving students, we to needed to provide information and abortion.” said, “It worked.” had to adjust to is the limitation jects that are taught. Plans are to can’t forget about the rest of the about universities and colleges Lowering the class size at all When it comes to spending on discussions. “It is difficult to incorporate it throughout the dis- kids, Runyon added. We have to and their admissions policies. levels would take more teachers the current surplus the district get used to only being able to trict, Dunlop explained. hire the best people available and Now all that type of information and space. She’s not sure the dis- has, Day says, “You have to have discus issues during a board Determining the exact size a recruit the best teachers; then ask is available on the Internet. Now trict would be able to do that. teachers and programs to close meeting. It is not the most fruit- class should be, is not easy, them what they need to do their counselors are there to make sure She would like to see band the achievement gap. How can ful way to proceed. It does limit Dunlop said. For example, 40 jobs better. students take the classes they programs added. Kids enjoy play- we improve math scores when we our ability to look at new things students in calculus class is prob- In hiring teachers, she be- need. ing whether they are good at it or are hiring an intern to teach,” re- and come up with new solutions. ably too many. “I don’t know lieves that improving relation- “We must add to the tradi- not. ferring to the person who re- However, it is the law. I under- what the magic number is. It may ships with the bargaining units tional 3 R’s. Instruction must be She would also support fund- placed him at East Avenue. stand the need for open discus- vary from teacher to teacher,” said is a plus. “We want the same rigorous for all students, as well ing for athletics. “It’s learning He said with regard to the par- sion.” Dunlop. thing: happy, well compensated as relevant to the careers and chal- about life, about being part of a cel tax approved by voters and He believes the parcel tax ap- He would like to see programs and well supported teachers. lenges of our shrinking world,” team, learning to take direction, the possibility of renewal, “The proval was very important. When focusing on the building trades, Then the teachers can focus on according to White. and dealing with defeat and vic- voters were willing to pay a tax it is time for renewal, he would such as carpentry and plumbing, what they can do for the kids.” In spending the surplus, the tory. Close to half of the kids are to get results. Give them the fully support placing it on the added to the curriculum. There Partnering with the city to put district has to provide enough to involved in sports in some way.” money, then look at the results. ballot. “The tax provides $3 mil- is a segment of the student popu- together resources for teachers, pay teachers competitively. If the district continues as is, I lion in funding a year. Without lation that could really benefit such as housing opportunities, is “They haven’t received good LEAGUE FORUM would not put the tax up for re- it, the district would be short of he said, recognizing that there is another way to help retain teach- raises for awhile,” according to Candidates were asked about newal. If improvement is demon- funds in the future. The money never enough money to intro- ers. White. where they would build a third strated, okay.” partially makes up for the $12 duce new programs. It takes long The only cure for the current Some of the surplus is one time high school, if the board deter- When it comes to hiring the million in cuts the district has had term sustainable funding. overcrowding at high schools is money. White would use those mined one was needed. best teachers, Day declared, “One to make over the years. The dis- One thing that he would like more portables on site. In the fu- funds to buy band instruments, Dunlop noted that the current thing the district can do to main- trict has not restored the $12 mil- to see is more and better use of ture, it appears there won’t be as provide equipment for mainte- high schools have more students tain a top staff is not to take a lion worth of cuts it has had to technology in the schools. “We many students. The yield from nance people and purchase ma- than were planned. The board has principal’s recommendation and make over the years.” have got to be able to take ad- new housing is not as great as in terials. heard mixed projections on fu- be so quick to terminate a Dunlop said the district can’t vantage of emerging technol- the past, points out Runyon. The money from the parcel ture growth. It is a situation that teacher.” anticipate what the level of state ogy,” he stated. Dunlop provided However, she adds, if we can find tax will be necessary in the fu- will have to be monitored. If in He observed that there is a big funding might be. “This year is several examples. Video something on the northside out- ture, because the state does not the future, another high school learning curve for a new teacher. exceptional when it comes to conferencing would allow stu- side the urban growth boundary, provide an adequate amount. She is needed it should be built north The district should commit to state funding. It’s an election dents at Livermore High and we really need to build a high would support asking voters to of the freeway. developing that teacher. Day said year.” Granada High to take the same school there. renew it. Runyon said before the dis- that about half of all new teach- When it comes to spending advanced placement class. Per- The role of the school board High school overcrowding trict builds a third high school, ers “disappear. I believe what the $7 million surplus this year, haps there would be 5 students is to set policy. The implementa- may take care of itself, mused there needs to be have a better happened to me happens to oth- Dunlop declared both salaries at Livermore and ten at Granada. tion is for the professionals. The White. At the high school level, picture when it comes to future ers. If you allow five years for a and programs are critical. “We Continuing education classes board also engages in public re- the numbers indicate the district student populations. If needed, teacher to develop, that teacher need to have the best staff. At the for teachers could be provided lations and outreach to explain is not growing. “The kids aren’t the high school should be built will remain loyal to the school same time, the district needs to on site through the same means. how and why decisions are made. there. We may not need a third north of the freeway. and the district.” provide the programs the public Perhaps Tri-Valley schools could Testing will continue. “It high school,” she stated. White said that a larger school When it comes to inequities expects. The board will have to work together to provide telecon- doesn’t matter whether I think it’s In addition, a charter high supports a greater variety of aca- at Livermore elementary schools, find a balance.” He wouldn’t be ferencing of advanced place- a good thing or not. It is good to school and the Catholic high demic programs. She suggested Day said, “I would go into a likely to approve placing the ment classes and teacher devel- have an objective measure. school are projected to reduce the one option would be to add more school like Marilyn Avenue and money in reserve. “While it opment classes. “The more you learn about number of students in portables to accommodate larger deal with the issues personally. I would be nice to have a larger test data, the more useful it is. Livermore’s high schools. “The student populations. White did would set up shop there. If you reserve, the district has more than KATE RUNYON is a first time For example, at Portola scores are board will have to keep review- not discuss where a third high put your mind to it, you can over- the mandated amount.” candidate. However, she has been lower for non-English speakers. ing the situation,” said White. school should go. come any problems life brings He says of hiring the best very active in the schools since They are higher for others. The One thing White would like Day felt that the district you.” He added, “I have the re- teachers, in the past, the problem moving to the city in 1998. She school results look a whole lot to see is some of the district’s should work more closely with sources to set up a math lab at was the district’s financial situa- served on a school site council. better if you use a bell curve to smaller elementary schools come the charter school on its plans for the school. With my technology tion. Teachers were handed pink Runyon was also president of the analyze the results. Do teachers up with a focus to market them- a high school. Perhaps the school degree, I can help set up comput- slips each year and then hired Livermore Valley Education teach to tests? It’s inevitable,” selves to attract students so that could meet both the needs of the ers with the math program. The back. “Continuity of funding is Foundation for two years. She said Runyon. not all of the students are trying district and the charter school. If kids would work at the comput- probably the best improvement chaired the Dollar a Day Cam- As a practicing Christian, she to attend schools such as Sunset. a third high school were needed, ers at their own pace in a kind of we have to retain staff. The fund- paign from 2000 to 2004 to fill doesn’t believe intelligent de- She referred to them as “magnet it should be on the northeast side a game environment.” ing situation has improved. This the funding needs of the district.. sign should be taught. elementary schools.” For ex- of the freeway. When it comes to the number year, the district has been able to “Education is the most impor- When it comes to gangs or rac- ample, Michell might want to Candidates were also asked of tests that students are required recruit teachers. That is an im- tant obligation we have to the ism, Runyon said it’s more of a pitch journalism, or public ser- about the impact of clean and to take, Day said, “It doesn’t mat- portant way to improve staff.” younger generation,” she said problem of classicism. California vice, or ecology. safe schools. ter whether testing is good or bad, High school overcrowding has when asked why she is running. is so multi-cultural, race is not At elementary schools where White said the board needs to it’s reality.” He added that he been an ongoing issue, with some As a board member, she would usually an issue. She should sup- there are fewer resources result- allocate the money to provide teaches to testing. In the learn- advocating a third high school. work to maintain the fiscal health port any school that wants to ing in lower scores, the faculty the people and tools to keep the ing process, students learn how Dunlop points out that the most of the district, to enhance student implement a policy of wearing should be able to focus on aca- schools clean. A gang task force to recognize problems and an- recent projections predict a de- performance, and to recruit and uniforms. That would help kids demics. The community should is working with the district to swer questions. cline in enrollment. There is cur- retain the best personnel pos- who are poor. help provide outside programs keep the schools safe. As to whether schools should rently a decreased enrollment at sible. When dealing with gang prob- that will help the teachers to keep Day said he has worked in teach intelligent design, Day said the elementary level and the dis- While the district still receives lems it is something that needs that focus. The school board Title I schools where there has that science classes teach evolu- trict is starting to see the same less money from the state than to be addressed by a broad com- needs to make sure those schools been a police presence as a pre- tion. I could agree that intelli- trend at the middle schools. “It’s other districts, it still has to pay a munity effort. have enough and appropriate ventive measure. He would sup- gent design be taught as a pos- hard to pin down the generation comparable wage. “That means One program Runyon would materials. “The board may have port a similar presence, as well as sible explanation of what oc- rate of students from new hous- we have to give something up. like to see introduced into the to decided not to treat all of the drug sniffing dogs to ensure curred before evolution. I could ing. The predictions for South We need to have a rational dis- Livermore high schools is inter- elementary schools the same safety. These measures would let see giving it exposure as a theory. Livermore were incorrect. Devel- cussion about what that is,” said national baccalaureate. It is a when it comes to providing re- students know certain activities Day says he hasn’t seen any opment there has not generated Runyon. For example, should the writing based program. Students sources,” White commented. won’t be tolerated. evidence of gang activity in Liv- the number of students pre- trade-off be larger elementary have to pass six tests, one in a The district needs to provide Dunlop felt that character ermore. What he does see is inat- dicted.” campuses. The larger campuses foreign language, one in their competitive salaries and to con- education would help alleviate tentiveness to the possibility of Another issue that led to more are one way to save money, be- own language, and they select tinue improve the working envi- many of the problems. He noted gangs. “With the white majority, crowding at Livermore High cause there are fewer administra- the other four subjects. Tests re- ronment in order to attract the that four of the schools that had there is less sensitivity to the is- School this year, is the mandated tors and staff per student. sults are sent to Geneva and best teachers. “We need to make implemented character educa- sue.” Day also says he doesn’t minutes. There are more class- It is important to retain the graded. teaching a twenty-first century tion and lower rates of suspen- believe the district is racist. rooms and more students in income from the parcel tax in the In setting class sizes, Califor- job,” she added. White ex- sions and fewer discipline prob- “There is a lack of diversity in classes, because they are required future. “I don’t want to think of nia did not look at data. Classes plained that in the past, teachers lems. the decision making process. to take six classes. In the past the consequences of non-re- need to be smaller. However, I still basically set up their classrooms Runyon agreed that character There is no input from subgroups. many only took five classes. That newal. Stability of funding is im- think what the district has done on their own. Now there is a need education to instill middle class I don’t think board members can has resulted in more portables on portant, particularly with paying is valuable. All you have to do is to work in a collaborative man- values such as punctuality and relate to minorities. They didn’t the campus. teachers,” said Runyon. walk into a classroom with 20 ner, find what’s out there and respect in students is important. live it. I did. I would encourage There are a lot of unknowns When it comes to spending students. The room is full. It share the information with col- “Not all children learn at home.” the board to create more diver- about future high school popu- the current surplus, Runyon would be difficult to figure out leagues to improve teaching. She also believes that closed sity among the staff.” lations, such as the impact of the would like more data on the con- where you would put ten more She points out that the district campuses have done a good job He believes that the creation potential charter high school, sequences of any decision before desks, said Runyon. She doesn’t was able to have a recruitment in improving the security situa- of a charter high school will help Dunlop mentioned. a vote is taken. The board may think the district can afford class budget this year. As a result, the tion at schools. alleviate overcrowding in the To deal with inequities at the vote to bring something back this size reduction everywhere. district was able to hire two teach- district’s high schools. He thinks elementary school level, Dunlop year. What are the future costs. A The district still needs to seek ers from Mexico who will teach the board could have worked would love to see more volun- teacher, for example, would re- more funding from the state Spanish. Two other teachers came more closely with the charter teers from the community step ceive wage increases. That infor- through equalization. “We have from Germany. school in the beginning in order forward. “If you don’t have par- mation needs to be factored in gotten more. It’s not any where Testing is a way of life for to create a closer relationship to- ent volunteers, it would be won- any decision. what is spent in schools on the schools, said White. However, day. derful to have the community One program she would em- east coast. I think we need to be she doesn’t think Livermore fo- Smaller classes are good, said volunteers assist with such things phasize is the Reach program, a concerned about education cuses as much on teaching to the Day. That allows for more one- as reading to students and help- reading program designed to throughout the state,” Runyon tests as has been reported in other on-one instruction and creates ing with homework clubs,” he bring students up to grade level. declared. districts. White said, that one fewer discipline problems. In ad- said. “It has made a difference with thing that was discovered as the dition, teachers have more en- One program he has fostered kids with the lowest scores. One ANNE WHITE has spent 16 result of the high school exit ergy at the end of the day to cre- at the middle school level is teacher had a fifty percent im- years as a member of the school exam is that Livermore has a high ate stimulating lesson plans for MathCounts. He helped start the provement. I would make the board. transient population. Many of the next day, to create what he program at both Junction and program available to every White earned an AB from the students in high school who described as a “playground of Christensen. MathCounts is school site. I would love to see a Brown University, and an MS academic activity.” aimed at the proficient, advanced comparable program for low per- from Purdue. She spent 10 years He says he comes to the student. It is one way to lower forming math students,” Runyon in medical research at UCSF. school board with no attachments the achivement gap. stated. White says the major job of to special interest. “As a board Dunlop said there are two Runyon would educate the the board is to set the direction member, I would create programs types of achievement gaps. There staff at schools such as Marilyn of the district. The board also to improve math tests scores.” He is one gap for students who are and Portola in ways to make the hires the superintendent and sets would challenge other board not performing at grade level. members with special talents to That represents an achievement create programs in their areas of gap the district needs to deal expertise to enhance learning in with. The other is an individual the district. gap, where kids are not doing as In addition to math, Day be- well as they could. They need lieves his experience as an indus- programs to help them perform trial technology teacher can help better, programs such as develop the district’s technology MathCounts. plan. “As a result computers and He believes that testing is technology, such as digital white good, because it creates an ex- boards, multimedia, and wireless pectation of what children networks, can be used by teach- should learn. Testing also ensures ers to access standards based some uniformity in what students content lessons and enhance stu- learn. dent learning.” Many tests focus on math and English. Dunlop doesn’t have a WILLIAM DUNLOP, 63, is problem with that focus. Students completing two years on the need to be proficient in English. board. He has a Ph.D. from Proficiency is needed in many UCLA. He worked for 32 years fields, including math.. Students as a physicist at the Lawrence Liv- going into trades need to know ermore National Laboratory. algebra and trigonometry. PAGE 6 - The Independent, OCTOBER 5, 2006 SHORT NOTES Valley Montessori Celebrates Towne Center Books All library programs are free and Critically acclaimed bluegrass artists in open to the public. No registration is a private outdoor theatre at this first- On Wed., Oct. 11 at 7:30 p.m. required. For more information, call ever Greenbelt Alliance benefit con- Thirty Years in Livermore psychologist Jacqueline Golding dis- Penny Johnson, 931-3405. cert. 3 PM to 6 PM. $50 members / $65 cusses her book “Healing Stories: Pic- non-members. Reservations required. By Patricia Koning the 1980’s. In 1987, the program open floor beds, and no high ture Books for the Big and Small Changes in a Child’s Life.” This is a guide for Family Storytimes Last weekend Valley expanded to include middle chairs, just mini-versions of regu- parents (and other adults who have Stories about robots, super heroes Storytime with the Farmer Montessori School (VMS) cel- school (grades six through eight). lar tables. The idea, says Kordas, children in their lives) to more than 500 and monsters will be featured by story- Storytime with the Farmer will be ebrated 30 years of serving fami- For many years, Valley is to create a unique environment picture books that help support chil- teller John Weaver at Family Storytimes presented on Tues., Oct. 10 for 3 and lies of the Livermore Valley. Over Montessori bounced around dif- that provides as much freedom dren as they face new or challenging during October. 5 year olds at Forest Home Farms. experiences. Robots will be the focus at the Civic 400 current and former students, ferent rental locations in Liver- as possible to the infants. Children will hear stories and songs more. In 1998, the school pur- Approximately 50 students A Terribly Sad and Somber Party Center Library, 1188 So. Livermore about farm life and see sheep and parents, grandparents, staff, and will be held at 4 p.m. on Fri., Oct. 13 Ave., on Mon., Oct. 9 at 7 p.m. tractors. There will also be a craft friends showed up to the event, chased a 6.6 acre plot of land on attend middle school at VMS. to mark the sad occasion of the publi- Storytimes are held in the storytime/ activity and refreshments. which included food, carnival North Livermore Avenue, just Kordas has no plans to expand cation of “The End.” This will be the craft room located in the youth services Storytime is form 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. final installment of the extremely tragic area. games, and lots of reminiscing. south of the 580 freeway. the program in size, but does Cost is $3 for San Ramon residents and “The collaborative effort that want to create opportunities and Series of Unfortunate Events by Lem- Super heroes will be featured in $4 for nonresidents. Children must be “This is a special day,” says ony Snicket. The party features dis- Incredible Super Stories told at the accompanied by an adult. Only chil- Mary Ellen Kordas, the school’s went into making the vision for resources for children with spe- gusting food, and horribly boring games Springtown Branch, 998 Bluebell Dr., dren need to be registered. director. “It’s a real gift to do this this facility a reality was over- cial needs. as this occasion demands. Guests are at 11 a.m. Forest Home Farms is located at encouraged to bring a letter detailing On Sat., Oct. 21 at 11 a.m. Monsters kind of work.” whelming,” says Kordas. “This Valley Montessori imple- 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San is a place where you get a good ments the philosophy and cur- their most unfortunate experience to - Eek! will be the theme of a not-too- Ramon. For information, call 973- Kordas spent part of the cel- share at this very tragic occasion. Free. scary storytelling session at the Rincon 3200. ebration inside Valley sense of our energy and our com- riculum of Maria Montessori to Call 925-846-8826 for reservations. Branch, 725 Rincon Ave. Those at- Montessori’s four-year-old facil- mitment to children and educa- create an environment in which Bookclubs: Teen Mother / Daugh- tending are encouraged to come dressed tion.” children are inspired to realize ter Bookclub - grades 8-11 Wed., Oct. in costumes. AAUW Brunch ity giving tours to former stu- 18 at 7:30 at the store. Book discussion All ages are welcome. There is no American Association of Univer- dents, now young adults, who In 2002, the new facility was their academic, personal, and so- will be AngelMonster by Veronica admission charge. For information, sity Women (AAUW) celebrates the had never before seen the new opened, bringing together all of cial potential. Last year VMS Bennett. This is a retelling of the life of contact youth services at 373-5504 or 125th birthday of its founding this year! the different age groups under became the first school in Cali- pick up a storytime schedule at any of building. Mary Shelley. New members are wel- Over the course of its 125-year exist- Kordas’ own personal history one roof. Another addition to the fornia to be dually accredited by come. Adult bookclub meets Wed., the libraries. ence, AAUW has changed the way Oct. 18 at 7:00 at Coffee Beans and women are and treated forever. is intertwined with that of Valley new facility was an infant pro- both the Western Association of Bistro 401 Main Street Pleasanton. The Walt Disney Classic AAUW Livermore-Pleasanton- Montessori. When the school gram, serving children was Independent School and Col- discussion will be on Flanders Panel by Bruce Lau, sculptor and artist of Dublin branch invites you to “Come first opened in 1976, Kordas’ son young as eight weeks old. leges (WASC) and the American Arturo Reverte-Perez. The Flanders Walt Disney Classics, will be at Where into the Garden” on Saturday October Panel presents a tantalizing puzzle for was one of the six children in the Entering the infant room Montessori Society. the Magic Begins in Livermore on Sat., 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m at the En- first class. Two years later she makes one feel like a giant, as For more information on any connoisseur of mystery, chess, art, Oct. 14. chanted Garden (252 Main Street, Pleas- and history. New members are wel- He will be available to sign pur- anton, behind J’aime Bridal). There became the director. the furniture and decorations are VMS, visit http:// come. chases. will be refreshments and conversation The school served children all designed for babies that www.valleymontessorischool.com/ Towne Center Books is located at In addition, Traci Thomas will pro- under the shade of trees and informa- 555 Main Street., Pleasanton. ages 6-12 for about ten years be- spend most of their time on the or call (925) 455-8021. vide previews of the Horace & Jaspar tion about AAUW interest groups and fore adding a toddler program in floor. There are no cribs, only Badun, Chernsbog and Ranger and programs. Wine Release Bear work. The Come into the Garden brunch Where the Magic Begins is located is open to both AAUW members and John Christopher Cellars will re- women interested in learning about the lease the new 2005 Livermore Valley at 2177 Las Positas Ct., Suite A, Liver- 'That's Amore Raises Money for Tri-Valley Animal Rescue more. For information, call 294-8152. organization. Chardonnay on October 7 and 8th at Any female graduate holding an the new tasting room in Downtown associate or equivalent degree from a Tri-Valley Animal Rescue cel- TVAR is the official animal motorcycle, a week in Costa Livermore. Springtown Birds qualified educational institution is wel- ebrates the 7th annual “That’s rescue working with Alameda Rica, an Extreme Makeover and Located in the renovated Black- Fall Springtown Birds will be the come into AAUW membership. Please Amore, Paw Prints on our Hearts,” smith Square, John Christopher Cellars County’s animal shelter in Dub- many other items. This event sells focus of a Livermore Area Recreation contact Roz Wright (484-0614) or Jean on Sat., Oct. 14. lin. Last year this all-volunteer out every year, so purchasing offers this wine produced from two and Park District nature program on Shaw (462-4951) for more informa- new vineyards in Livermore. This Sun., Oct. 8. tion. This will be a fundraising din- group saved over 1,640 animals. tickets in advance is recom- Chardonnay was tasted at Harvest Fes- Meet Ranger Patti Cole at 8:30 a.m. AAUW’s mission is to promote ner and auction. “That’s Amore” is their largest mended. tival in September as a pre-release and at Marlin Pound Park, 2010 Bluebell education and equity for all women This year’s event will be held received high accolades from every- fundraiser. Tickets are $60 per person and Drive. and girls, lifelong education, and posi- at the Robert Livermore Com- The event takes place from 6 are available at the Pleasanton one who tried it. It was described as Many migrating birds are hanging tive societal change. smooth and buttery with flavors of around the Arroyo Las Positas/Altamont munity Center. It offers many to 10 p.m.It includes a buffet din- Farmers Market TVAR adoption melon - especially delicious with Brie Creek area. Bring binoculars, field exciting auctions, wonderful ner, live and silent auction, raffle event, held every Saturday from and fresh artisan bread. Light appetiz- guides, and drinking water. There will wine and food, and an opportu- ers will be served. Antique Faire prizes, and a Wheel of “Fur- 9:30 am to 1:00 p.m., at the cor- be some binocs and field guides to lend nity to ensure homeless animals tune.” This year’s grand prize is ner of W. Angela & First streets, There is no charge for this event. for the program. Please call (925)960- John Christopher Cellars will also offer 2400 for directions or more informa- In Downtown will receive another chance, $1,000 cash. The live auction on-line at www.tvar.org, or call people the opportunity to join their tion. states TVAR Vice President, will feature a Harley Davidson (925) 803-7043. new wine club. Sign-ups will begin on A $2 donation is requested to help Pleasanton Cathy Bergren. Oct 7th at the tasting room, 25 South support the programs Livermore Ave., Livermore. For in- The second of the semi-annual formation, call 456-9463. Pleasanton Downtown Associa- Pace for Peace Draws Attention to Domestic Violence Hikes and Farm Tours tion Antique Street Faires will be At the Library Greenbelt Alliance has planned a held on Sunday, October 8, from The Pace for Peace, Tri-Val- violence, sexual assault and we raise awareness about domes- series of fall outings featuring Bay Area homeless services. tic violence and our services.” Author Amy Meyer will be the 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Main Street. ley Haven’s annual 5k walk/run hikes and farm tours. will be held on Sat., Oct. 7 at the The Family Fair follows the October is Domestic Violence guest speaker at a 2 p.m. on Sun., Oct. For directions, reservations or more Admission is free. The event 8 at the Pleasanton Library. Haven’s community building. Pace for Peace. The fair will be Awareness Month. information visit www.greenbelt.org is sponsored by the Pleasanton She is the author of “New Guard- or call 415-255-3233. Reservations Registration begins at 9 a.m. held from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. It Tri-Valley Haven’s 24-hour ians for the Golden Gate: How America are required only when noted. Downtown Association. The walk/run starts at 9:30 a.m. features children’s karaoke, crafts crisis line number is 449-5845 Got a Great National Park.” Sunday, October 8: Hawk Hill Hike, National parks are a distinctively Block after block of genuine Participants who bring $25 in and other activities. Barbecued or 800-884-8119. Marin County, This moderate hike in antiques and collectibles will be American idea. But it takes people to the scenic Marin Headlands offers op- pledges will receive a free com- hamburgers and hot dogs will be make them happen. This unique, portunities to enjoy autumn vistas while displayed by over 250 profes- memorative t-shirt designed by available. A Clothesline Project insider’s account tells how Bay Area spotting migrating birds of prey. In- sional dealers from all over the activists forged bipartisan local and local student artist, Clare Girling. display and community informa- cludes a visit to Hawk Hill for a talk and West. This is the 14th year for The Haven community build- tion booths will provide infor- national support for an unprecedented banding demonstration by the Golden campaign to create a great new national Gate Raptor Observatory. 10 AM to 4 this Pleasanton event that has ing is located at 3663 Pacific mation. park. In 1970, beginning with the PM. Reservations required. become one of the largest antique Ave., Livermore. Ann King, executive director, former Army lands originally reserved Sunday, October 15: Pleasanton to protect San Francisco Bay, the faires in the eleven Western Pledge forms can be obtained comments, “Our mission is to Ridge and Wine, Alameda County, from the Haven’s website at build a world without violence. grassroots People for a Golden Gate Oak-studded grassland and expansive states. National Recreation Area succeeded in views. See remnants of historic farms For more information, con- www.trivalleyhaven.org or by These events give us the oppor- preserving the spectacular land that and finish with a taste of modern agri- calling 449-5845. Proceeds ben- tunity to share our vision and to frames the Golden Gate. tact Frate and Associates at (760) culture at Elliston Winery in Sunol. 724-9400 or the Pleasanton efit Tri-Valley Haven’s domestic celebrate healthy families while Towne Center Books will sell New 9:30 AM to 4 PM. Reservations re- Guardians at the program. For book quired. Downtown Association at 925- pre-sale information, call 846-8826. Sunday, October 15: Bluegrass for 484-2199 or go to For more information, call Penny the Greenbelt, Contra Costa County, Johnson, 931-3405. www.pleasantondowntown.net. 'Warlock Moon' Showing One of Halloween Events The campy 1974 horror film mission for children under the The Haunted Caves of the En- “Warlock Moon” will be shown age of three is free. vironmental Education Center on Wed., Oct. 11 at 7:30 p.m. at Advance tickets may be pur- will bethe program at the Tilden the Livermore Library, 1188 So. chased at the Department of Parks Nature Area on Sat., Oct. 28 from Livermore Ave. & Community Services, 200 Old 1 to 3:30 p.m. There will be cave The program is part of the Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, from tours, crafts and refreshments. Livermore Heritage Guild Lec- 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays. Cost is $3. This program is ap- ture Series. For more information, call propriate for age3 and over. No The movie was filmed locally (925) 931-5353. registration is required. on the grounds of the Arroyo del Tricks and Treats will go un- Valle Sanitarium. The film had a The Livermore Area Recre- derground at the Black Diamond grand opening in Livermore. It ation and Park District is hosting Visitor Center on Sat., Oct. 28. bombed. a Monster Bash! Bring the kids, There will be contests, games, It was created for $25,000 by 5 yrs. & up, out for an All Hal- crafts and much more from 1 to 4 then students at UC Berkeley. lows Eve themed evening in the p.m. There is no charge. The pro- According to set designer and park. Participants will start by gram is good for all ages. No reg- special effects artist Douglas making some ghostly decora- istration is required. Meet the Saunders, It was designed as a tions. Afterwards, play some park’s most feared critters and drive in movie - “scary scenes to games while a barbecue dinner, learn the tricks they use for sur- have your girl friend want to complete with all the fixin’s, is vival. snuggle, no complicated plot to prepared. After dinner, there will interfere with the smooching.” be a hay ride through the park. Halloween Haunting at Reportedly, there’s no war- This will be followed by a camp- Ravenswood: Sunday, October lock and no moon. But there is a fire. Drink hot chocolate, eat 22, Halloween Witches in full ghost in a bridal gown, a couple s’mores, learn about the history regalia will greet guests at the of axe wielding hippies and a lot of Halloween, hear a few spooky Ravenswood Historic Site on Ar- of drugged beverages. stories and maybe even sing Hal- royo Road. Come see if you can Saunders and Rand Herbert, loween themed songs. Everyone find the ghost ( a lovely old Vic- who was also involved in the cre- will take home their ghostly torian one!) that is living in the ating of the film, will be on hand décor and memories of a great Cottage House. at the screening in Livermore on time. Under 18 must be accom- These witches will be giving Oct. 11. panied by an adult. away small Halloween treats to There is a $2 suggested do- Monster Bash takes place on the children whose parents are nation. Refreshments will be Saturday October 28, 4:30-9:00 brave enough to visit this served. pm at Sycamore Grove Park in victorian estate at Haunting For more information, call Livermore. Fee is $27 per per- Time. Ravenswood is open from 443-9740. son. noon to 4:00PM. Bring your To register, call (925) 373- camera for a ghoulish good time. City of Pleasanton Civic Arts 5700. Youth will host its annual Haunted House on Thursday and Sunol Regional Wilderness Friday, October 19 and 20, from presents its Annual Halloween 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. The “House” Haunting, “Back to the Ice will be the transformed Amador Ages.” Recreation Center, 4455 Black Visitors are ivited to go batty Avenue, adjacent to the Dolores in the vampire’s cave, sink saber- Bengtson Aquatic Center, in fangs into some I Scream and get Pleasanton. ghoulie as they explore the tra- This year, the Amador Recre- ditions of Howl-o-ween! ation Center will become “Pleas- The program will be Sat., Oct. anton Manor” where the theme, 21 at the Sunol Visitor Center. “The Witching Hour,” has been Guided hikes last approximately created by teens from the Parks 1 ½ hours and become more dark and Community Services and spooky as the evening Department’s Haunted House progresses. Hikes are every 15 Performance Class. Visitors will minutes starting at 5:15 until 8 be invited to participate in craft p.m. projects outside the “Manor” Fee is $7 ($9 non EBRPD resi- and a magician will perform from dents). Preregistration is limited 6:00-8:00 p.m. to families and individuals. Chil- Tickets are assigned to sched- dren must be accompanied by an uled, 30-minute visits beginning adult. Only ticketed guests are at 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, 7:00 and permitted; no drop-ins allowed. 7:30 p.m. on both evenings. The There is a limit of 8 tickets per three earliest times are recom- household. mended for children under the Registration may be com- age of nine. Tickets are $5 in ad- pleted by calling the park dis- vance and $10 at the door. Ad- trict at (510) 636-1684. The Independent, OCTOBER 5, 2006 - PAGE 7 COUNCIL (continued from page one) ments along Pigeon Pass. When it comes to financing city does need to provide more dum of understanding between on the council,” Cook-Kallio hicles that could be moved ev- The Stoneridge Drive right- campaigns, Faustina is con- senior housing, said Thorne. He the city and Alameda County to commented. ery 48 hours. The law allows of-way is being preserved. “How- cerned about how much it cost said of the proposed Staples retain the right-of-way. “Every- She believes she will play the signs on vehicles. ever, before it is built, there needs to run for office. “It is getting to Ranch senior housing that the de- one gave a little in reaching the role of a consensus builder to She has no problem with an to be a lot of work done to im- the point where you have to have veloper has assured the council agreement. It is a good one,” said “help shape Pleasanton’s future.” elected official using the title of prove both local and regional a lot of money to run, particu- that the airport noise will not be Arkin. When it comes to affordable his or her office. She also has no traffic. We are looking at level of larly against an incumbent. I an issue. “I think it is an issue,” “If 580 were fixed and traffic housing, she says she wished she problem with outside activities. service on 580 at the lowest lev- don’t support a spending limit. Thorne declared. He would work were flowing, there would be a had a magic wand. “It would help “Just because you are an elected els. Until there is improvement You have to allow candidates the with Livermore and the airport to lot less opposition from people if Pleasanton complied with the official, doesn’t mean you can’t in the freeway network, I don’t opportunity to raise money. I do figure out what to do about noise to having the Stoneridge road ex- state levels of housing and re- have a personal opinion. Discuss- want to see any more frontage support complete disclosure of impacts. tended to El Charro. If the free- zoned land to accommodate af- ing the matter takes the focus off roads built in Pleasanton,” said donations,” said Faustina. Traffic is an issue that comes way were not fixed, studies show fordable housing.” the real issues. Faustina. His big issues is public safety. up time after time. Thorne says that Stoneridge will look like an She believes it is important to “I wish this campaign were Senior housing is proposed for “The number one priority of the he hears people say that timing expressway.” provide housing. Residents will less personal and more about Staples Ranch. Faustina de- council is to protect the people stoplights would help. It won’t Arkin agreed that Valley Av- have to make a certain amount what’s important to the commu- scribed the plan as a beautiful we serve.” Faustina would like solve the problems, Thorne con- enue residents have a legitimate of sacrifice in deciding where to nity. When someone brings up complex that is much needed. “I to see more focus on planning to tends. There needs to be a re- complaint about the way traffic put the city’s resources. “A com- one or two activities, they forget support it. At the same time, there deal with all potential disasters gional effort to solve the freeway is funneled to that area of the city. munity is only as good as how it about the 100 good things an in- is a concern about the noise from including earthquakes, terrorism problems. With traffic moving on He suggests the city might con- treats its most vulnerable citi- cumbent may have accom- the airport. If it were built, the or a pandemic situation such as the highways, there won’t be as sider metering right turns onto zens,” she stated. She added, “As plished. And, it’s counter-produc- city would have to live with its the flu. much cutting through the city. Santa Rita Road from roads lead- a mother, I am worried that my tivity for the community.” decision and the noise com- “Where we are failing is in Thorne would continue to ing out of the business park. “It children will find it difficult to The future fiscal viability of plaints.” educating the public. I would work on the Port-to-Port study, could help keep traffic from back- come back and live here.” the city will be a huge discus- In looking at the progress on like to create a community vol- the Triangle Study and make sure ing up on Santa Rita. It may Cook-Kallio believes it is par- sion. “People love Pleasanton for the general plan update, Faustina unteer organization trained in highway 84 improvements stay work, it may not. I would like to ticularly important to provide the kind of community it is. How comments, “The general plans is basic emergency response. There on track. He believes the Port-to- see the idea modeled,” said housing for citizens who serve to continue to pay for it is the a general plan. The council is should be programs to educate Port study with its emphasis on Arkin. the community, such as firemen, issue. Attracting businesses is one getting into too much detail the public in what to do in the moving goods will draw federal Asked about dissension on police and teachers. way. Solving traffic problems to rather than looking at an overall event of a disaster,” explained dollars. the current council, Arkin re- She would not exceed the make it easy to get in and out of picture. The general plan process Faustina. The Stoneridge road exten- plied, “I get along with every- housing cap. It was approved by the city is another. has taken way too long. As a re- Just as important is having a sion, Thorne believes, will wind one.” the people and can only be “The permitting, planning sult, a lot of other things aren’t recovery plan in place. It could up as an advisory or mandatory He doesn’t think there is any- changed by referendum. “I be- process has to be clean and effi- getting done.” take one to three or more years to ballot measure. He has supported thing wrong with someone using lieve it was established because cient. The city doesn’t have to He believes that the process recover. The city needs to have a not extending the road. his or her title when working on people don’t want sprawl. With a give a business everything it to update the general plan used plan in place, he added. He pointed out that cut- non-city projects. He also doesn’t cap you have to be very careful wants in order to convince it to in the past was much better. It was In looking at other issues, through traffic has become an in- object to councilmembers advo- what types of homes you build.” come to the city. There needs to a community driven process, Faustina said he would also like creasing issue with people who cating for what they believe in. Rezoning is likely to be a part be clear rules so a business can rather than council driven. The to see an increase in sports facili- live outside the Stoneridge Drive “I don’t think it’s good to ham- of the general plan update pro- make a decision on whether to community created the plan, then ties, parks and cultural arts ven- area. Traffic ends up on their per someone from doing what cess, a process that is moving come here.” brought it to the council for com- ues. streets. Thorne said, “Traffic on they are passionate about. If the very slowly. Cook-Kallio be- Her issue would be commu- ment. That allowed the council Faustina serves on the a freeway is like electricity. It will community doesn’t like what the lieves that with the election there nity building. “The kernel is to continue to do its business. Alameda County Consumer Af- find and follow the path of least person is doing, they will let that is a potential the nature of the Pleasanton. Our actions or inac- In regard to the land use ele- fairs Commission, the Alameda resistance. We have got to fix 580 person know.” council will be changed. There tions affect our neighbors. I love ment, Faustina would support County Human Relations Com- to keep the traffic on the freeway.” As to the future fiscal health may be an opportunity to move living in Pleasanton. I want the some transit oriented develop- mission and is president-elect of When it comes to campaign of the city, Arkin said he hasn’t forward more quickly. same quality of life for everyone, ment (TOD). He would scale back the Kiwanis Club of Pleasanton. finance, Thorne believes a candi- studied the issue in depth. “I When making decisions, it is to retain what we have here. That on some of the large home de- He is also a leader in the Trinity date should be able to go out and don’t think development adds important to have all the stake- takes hard work.” velopments. On one hand, higher Lutheran Church High School raise the money needed to get his that much money to the general holders involved. However, there Cheryl has been honored by density development would pro- Ministries, and is a volunteer or her name out there. Incumbents fund. An application fee is $2000. is a point where the council the Fremont Education Founda- tect open space, observed coach for the Pleasanton Junior have an edge, because their We spend more than that in staff should understand the issues and tion for Excellence in Education Faustina. On the other hand, Football League. names are recognized by the pub- time. The fees paid by develop- make a decision. “You aren’t go- in 2006, Irvington High School’s within the business park, the land He was the former head coach lic. If donations were limited, that ment are based on a nexus. Those ing to make everyone happy. It Teacher of the Year 2005, Woman should be used for business. He of the Saint Mary’s College Men’s could open up running for office fees pay for the infrastructure to is the council’s job to look at of the Year by State Senator Liz would like to see more affordable Rowing Team – 2001-2004. While only to those with a lot of per- support that development. Most what’s best for the whole city.” Figueroa 2004, Teacher of the senior and workforce housing, at the helm, Dan guided the Gaels sonal money, said Thorne. of the city’s money comes from Cook-Kallio would keep the Year by the Sons of the American but would not mix the two. to three straight West Coast titles The general plan update is property and sales taxes. Stoneridge Drive extension in Revolution 1997. In 1997, There are difficulties in pro- and two top five national taking a long time. Thorne said it “Business plays a vital role,” the general plan. It will be built Cheryl was also awarded a James viding affordable housing. The rankings. was believed when the process he declared. The city needs to at some time, she contends. Madison Memorial Foundation city has no control over land Faustina earned a B.A. in Po- started that it would involve a attract businesses by being busi- “People who live there were Fellowship, a prestigious merit value or construction costs. The litical Science from Pepperdine simple update of a few sections. ness friendly. He would look at aware of the plan when they pur- scholarship awarded to only one city should encourage develop- University. New elements have been added. all aspects of city government to chased their homes. When you teacher per state each year to pur- ers who want to include afford- There are a lot of changes being see how permit and approval pro- favor one neighborhood, you sue a master’s degree with an able housing in a project. The city JERRY THORNE was elected made to others. These things take cesses might be streamlined. disfavor other neighborhoods.” emphasis on the United States could come up with creative in- to complete the term vacated time, he explained. Arkin would like to put a pro- Traffic is going to come into Constitution. centives, reduce fees, and/or fast when Jennifer Hosterman was Thorne believes it is important cess in place that tracks how long Pleasanton. People from outside Cheryl earned her Bachelor of track the permitting process for elected mayor. for the council to work together, it takes to accomplish various the community work, shop and Arts degree in History from the such developments. The city Thorne believes the council that councilmembers are not con- tasks in the city. That informa- dine here. There are only two vi- University of North Carolina, should also seek state and fed- has a role to play in bringing the frontational. “We need to focus tion could be used to increase ef- able routes to Livermore - 580 Charlotte and her Masters of Arts eral funding and work with community together. “Decisions on common goals. There may be ficiencies, he explained. and Stanley Blvd. Not all of the degree in History from San Jose nonprofits and faith based groups should reflect the needs of all or different opinions on how to Arkin said he would like to traffic is cut-through, she pointed State University. She holds a to provide affordable housing. our citizens regardless of age, in- reach those goals. Discussion, see the civic center redeveloped. out. People who live in Pleasan- teaching credential in Social Sci- He pointed to the Habitat for terest or other factors that tend working together, is how you There are no high value or his- ton drive to other destinations ence, English, and a supplemen- Humanity project in Livermore to separate us. This includes de- reach a majority decision.” torically important buildings on within the city adding to conges- tal in Spanish. She lives in Pleas- as an example of what could be cisions related to traffic, housing, As for outside activities by the site. He would prefer to see tion. anton with her husband John, a done. arts, and sports, among others.” councilmembers, Thorne stated the performing arts center pro- The city may want to rethink retired teacher. They are the par- He would absolutely retain He says of his experience on that everyone has the right to ex- posed for the Bernal property traffic patterns. That can’t be ac- ents of four children. Twins the housing cap. “It speaks to the the council, “It was everything I press his or her own view. It is, built within the civic center, fac- complished by taking things off Heather and Heidi, graduates of will of the majority. The city expected.” Thorne adds that he however, important to be careful ing Main Street. City hall could the table, such as the Stoneridge Foothill High School, live out of needs to work on a lot of issues, believes the current council has in what a councilmember says or be built next to it. By sharing a extension. “It’s wonderful to say state. Nathan and Lauren gradu- before it considers expanding been successful in focusing on does when representing the city. foundation, both could be built I’m for a neighborhood. The ated from Amador Valley High the cap, including solving traf- objectives. Five priority projects “If I go to a political rally as Jerry at a lower cost than if they were question is which neighbor- School where they both partici- fic,” Faustina said. Any develop- were selected. There has been real Thorne, I can say whatever I constructed separately, accord- hood?” pated in We the People and now ment that pushes the city over progress made on all five. please,” he declared. ing to Arkin. One reason he would One way to help traffic flow attend Chico State University. the cap would have to go on the Thorne continued, “For the Councilmembers should focus like to move the performing arts would be to synchronize the Among those endorsing ballot. last fifteen months, I have been on Pleasanton first, rather than center to downtown is because lights, said Cook-Kallio. Cook-Kallio are Faustina added, “I’m not a big positioning myself to be of more issues of national or international of the height of the building. He She says one of the things she Assemblymember Alberto fan of putting things on the bal- service to the council. I am sched- import. Thorne said he is reluc- does not want to block the views may bring to the council that Torrico, State Senator Liz lot. The council needs to make uled to be the next chair of the tant to bring up issues over which on the Bernal property. other candidates won’t is her ex- Figueroa, and Pleasanton Mayor the tough decisions based on Tri-Valley Transportation Com- the council has little control, par- Another issue he raised has to perience with state and federal Jennifer Hosterman. She has also good data and community in- mittee and the vice president elect ticularly when council meetings do with senior transportation. In government and the relationships been endorsed by the Pleasanton put.” of the League of California Cities go to midnight now. talking to seniors, he said he has she has developed at those lev- Chamber of Commerce. Faustina thinks the current East Bay. It takes time to estab- Thorne is the City Council Li- been told they aren’t happy with els over the years. “I know how council has spent money that lish yourself, so you can be of aison to Pleasanton Economic the situation. Currently, all of the the layers of government work. I DAN FAUSTINA is a third could have been used for other use to the city.” Vitality Committee and City Coun- bus routes go to BART. Seniors teach government. I know when time candidate. He says he is run- things. It has also delayed deci- One area he would like to work cil Liaison to Livermore Amador have to change buses. Arkin says to look for local funding sources ning for council, because he sions, leading to higher costs. on is the development of a finance Valley Water Management there is a need for a line that goes and when to seek state or federal wants to maintain the same great One example of a project he matrix for the city. It would avoid Agency. He served on the Parks between hubs such as the hospi- monies,” she explained. community he was born and did not support is the Kottinger micro-management on the part of and Recreation Commission for tal and the mall. Cook-Kallio added, we need raised in for future generations. Creek restoration. “To me it’s not the council. To create the matrix, ten years, with two terms as chair- Arkin conceived and co- to “play nice” with our neigh- “I seek a seat on the City a creek, it’s a drainage ditch. The Thorne would look back at about man. He was vice chairman of the authored Measure V, which was bors. Traffic is not just a Pleasan- Council to bring the citizen’s council spent $1.3 million to ten years of spending patterns in Pleasanton Energy Committee and approved by voters. It does not ton issue. We need to pay atten- voice back to city hall. I bring a make it a creek.” the city and include information helped to develop the new energy allow any more housing to be tion to what we do so that we perspective to this race that no Downtown restrooms ap- about what other cities and pri- element for the general plan. built on the Bernal property. He don’t adversely impact our other candidate can claim, and proved by the council costs vate industry are spending for He is a member of the Liver- has also led and collected signa- neighbors. that is one of being born and more, because the council de- similar services. If a department more Amador Valley Historical tures for referendums to protect Senior housing is needed and raised in Pleasanton,” he de- layed its decision, Faustina of- traditionally uses 10 percent of Society, Pleasanton Cultural Arts neighborhoods from what he de- has to be built somewhere, even clares. fered. the revenues available, the bud- Council, and Vision 2010 Agricul- scribes as poorly conceived de- if it is near the Livermore Airport. While the council should fo- In the future, the city will see get would allocate that level of tural lands and Open Space Com- velopment projects. Cook-Kallio said she had cus on local needs, there is also a a shift in revenue focus from de- spending. If the department ex- mittee. He successfully led a He says he has spent the last toured Kottinger Place and Pleas- need to build relationships on a velopment to business revenue. ceeds that level over a period, it grassroots community effort to ten years protecting the hills and anton Gardens, current low cost regional basis. “It is important to He would look at ways to in- would automatically trigger a re- build a 50-meter Olympic pool in open space around the city and senior housing, and was struck work together regionally so we crease sales and property taxes view of spending. That would be Pleasanton. He co-authored the will continue to do so, if elected. at how much work needs to be can lobby for funds for transpor- and business fee revenues. “If we brought to the council for a policy successful Ballot Initiative titled He is a public school volun- done there. She also found that tation and disaster relief,” said don’t have revenue coming in, discussion. “ Initiative to Save Our Commu- teer and a YMCA volunteer. in some cases there is a six year Faustina. we will have to start looking at Thorne would also like to put nity Park,” which has led to the Arkin has a degree in elec- waiting list for the housing. He would focus on fixing traf- what programs we are willing to together a ten year strategic fi- current construction of lighted tronic engineering and an MBA “If I could, I wouldn’t build fic, because it impacts everyone. cut.” nancial plan to target revenue ballfields on the Bernal Property. degree. He holds thirteen US Pat- anything next to an airport. How- Within the city, he would work He would be active in attract- streams, how to replace develop- Thorne worked for 26 years ents and is a published author. ever, there is no place you can to time the lights in order to keep ing and retaining businesses. ment revenues. One way, he says, with Agilent Technologies and He works as the Director of Hard- live within a municipality where the arterials flowing. “There is no He says he is referring to all would be to attract and retain Hewlett Packard Corporation, in- ware Engineering at a semicon- you won’t face a regional impact reason it should take twenty levels of business, not just flag- businesses that would increase cluding: Global Operations Man- ductor equipment company in of some sort. I live near a railroad minutes to drive across town. ship employers such as Oracle the sales tax base. agement responsibility for Envi- Milpitas. track. You become adjusted to People won’t use surface streets, and Biosystems. “There are a He would look at sreamlining ronmental Engineering and He is endorsed by former noises around you. The city has if the arterials are flowing.” He huge number of entrepreneurs in city processes to help retain the Safety Engineering. He earned a mayor Tom Pico, and city an absolute obligation to mini- believes that traffic calming de- the city. My concern is the time city’s economic vitality. It takes bachelors degree in chemistry councilmembers Cindy mize the impact of noise on the vices, such as speed bumps, cre- it takes to obtain a permit. I would too long now to get through the and zoology from the University McGovern and Matt Sullivan. quality of life,” she declared. ate more problems. Something like to create a one-stop shop permitting and approval process, of Tennessee. He has a certificate When it comes to campaign that is needed for a small portion along with an on-line resource according to Thorne. from The Brookings Institute in CHERYL COOK-KALLIO financing, “It would be wonder- of the day to slow traffic impacts checklist. The checklist would Affordable housing is one of Interacting with the Federal Gov- is a first time candidate. However, ful if it worked for everyone. The residents at other times and on allow those coming in for a per- the tougher issues facing the city, ernment and took a graduate she is not a novice when it comes Supreme Court has said money weekends. He would also look at mit to know what they have to he said. Rezoning land for higher course in environmental toxicol- to campaigning or knowing how is speech. If someone has money, the impacts of traffic calming on bring. densities would provide an op- ogy at the University of San Fran- government works. She says she you can’t stop that person from public safety, whether they slow “The small businesses have portunity for affordable housing. cisco. has been politically active in spending it on a campaign. There response time by emergency re- the potential to grow into bigger At the same time, the rezoning He served in the U.S. Army campaigns and government since are political action committees sponders. businesses. We need to provide would put the city in compliance and Army National Guard Officer high school. She teaches govern- and independent expenditures. Fixing the freeways comes the resources and encouragement with its housing element. Corps (1963-1969), reaching the ment at Irvington High School In this current climate, I don’t back to working with regional to allow that to happen,” said Thorne also says he favors rank of Captain, Artillery. in Fremont and has also been the know how you would solve the partnerships. He is pleased to see Faustina. transit oriented development. He is endorsed by Alameda coach of the We the People team problem. Incumbents are gener- that process underway through He says he brings a skill to However, that will require tough County Supervisor Scott there, a competitive civics class. ally re-elected, because challeng- such things as the Triangle Study the council that others don’t. decisions about whether the Haggerty and former Pleasanton Cook-Kallio says she is ers don’t have name recognition. and Port-to-Port study. The Port- “My job is to work with small council wants to forego addi- mayors Tom Pico and Ken Mer- proudest of the number of kids That is achieved through cam- to-Port study looks at the move- and midsize companies on em- tional development in the down- cer. He is also endorsed by cur- who leave her classroom and be- paigning. ment of goods. “That gets the at- ployee benefits. I know about town. rent councilmember Matt come politically active. “I would like campaigns to tention of federal folks. One idea corporate budgets and how busi- If a good project were to push Sullivan, as well as members or She says she decided to run focus on discussions of issues, has been to extend port hours so ness works.” the city over the housing cap, the Parks and Recreation Com- for city council because of her not whether a candidate has 42 trucks would use the roads at Faustina would like to de- Thorne said the developer would mission and the Civic Arts Com- passion for public service. “There signs in one location.” She is re- night.” velop a marketing program, have to take his plan to the vot- mission. He is also endorsed by is an open seat. I think I’m a clear ferring to the fact that some can- Faustina would like to see 580 record it on a DVD and send a kit ers. “I don’t think any member of Livermore Pleasanton choice. No matter what happens, didates jumped the gun with their widened, and truck lanes built on with all of the information about the council will ignore the hous- Firefighters Local 1974 and the when you get an alternate voice campaign signs. They were able the Altamont Pass. He would fast the city to businesses who might ing cap.” Pleasanton Chamber of Com- it leads to valuable discussions to do so, by placing them on ve- track the Highway 84 improve- consider moving to Pleasanton. With an aging population, the merce. PAGE 8 - The Independent, OCTOBER 5, 2006 SPORTS NOTES

off a corner kick late in the first half. Nicole The Pleasanton Rage AC under-13 minutes left in the game, Diego Plascencia score on a well-placed kick to the left corner Livermore Football applied pressure on the Mustang defenders. girls soccer team battled hard for their 2-0 win won the game for Livermore with a high shot of the goal. After a Fury shot on goal, San Livermore Youth Football League scores Despite allowing three goals, the defense was over Newark Freedom on Sunday. Haley from outside that found the net. Ramon countered with a rush down the right Pleasanton Ballistic from last week include the following: once again strong. Laura Byron, Laura Klein, Boehmer fired the ball at the goalie for the first Sunday morning brought San Ramon to side and placed a crossing ball that was The Pleasanton Ballistic United Soc- Livermore Vikings 6, Clayton Valley 0: Shannon Malindzak, and the Swinkels (Jes- score. The final goal was scored when a sho Livermore to meet the Clash. The Clash deflected into the goal for a 2-1 Solar lead in cer Club (BUSC) Black under-16 boys Al John Kuchac had 9 carries for 131 yards. Eddie sica and Nicole) did a good job turning back by Jessica Morosoli rebounded off the keeper battered the Diamondback goal with shot the 37th minute. The Fury responded with Caffodio soccer team defeated the Union City Horn had 5 caaries for 11 yards and 1 catch for the Mustang offense. and Gabriella Perko was there to finish it off. after shot throughout the first half, only to several strong pushes as Amanda Fairclough’s Toros 2-1 on Saturday, and lost 3-1 to the 9 yards. Brandon Keshmiry had 6 carries for Top Offensive Players: Nicole Heller, Danielle Abramovich, Elisa Verita, Haley reach the break knotted in a 0-0 tie. Five long kicks set up shot attempts from Skyler Danville Mustangs on Sunday. Ballistics 61 yards. Kevin Stein had 4 carries for (-2) Danielle Roe, Alaina; Urban Top Defensive Paxton, Jessica Klahr, Arielle Siegel, Tori minutes into the second half, Livermore Kriz and Olivia Cabotage. A late goal by the and Mustangs are both tied for 1st with a Players: Laura Byron, Shannon Malindzak, Hausman, and Ashley Jenezon kept the ball broke through with a Diego Plascencia goal Solar sealed the 3-1 win. I league record of 3-1. Solid team was play led yards and 1 pass completion to horn for 9 Brooke Quesinberry. yards. The only touchdown was a 43 yard pass in Rage half of the field, while the stellar on some clever interior passing among the In the second game against the Mustang by goalkeeper Stephen LaCommard, Eric Rage Division 3 U12 defeated the Mus- defensive play of Nicole Santana, Olivia forwards. Donnie Buchanan scored on a Stampede, the majority of the play was in the Burnett, Austin Richwood, Patrick Yee, from Gary Chapeta to Brett Wagner. Liver- tang Sharks 1 to 0. Another outstanding game Zhu, Sydney Okumura, Nicole Torquato, powerful low shot in the 48th minute to make midfield. Erin Winegarner and Amanda Mike Chen, Justin Dorsey, and Edmund more had 32 plays for 251 yards of offense to by the entire team. With only two shots on Jillian Beck, Malia Ryan coupled with the the final 2-0. On defense, Tommy Earle Fairclough led the hard play by the Fury, Hare. Clayton Valley’s 45 plays for 171 yards. John goal the defense played great. Sydney great saves by goalie Carly Boehmer led to played season-high minutes at fullback for making it difficult for the Stampede to Ballistics started slowly on Saturday Kuchac and Austin Price each had an intercep- Ruegsegger scored another goal with an assist the Rage AC shutout and win over Newark Livermore, anchoring the Clash defense as it advance close to the goal. The Fury’s against the Toros and fell behind 1-0 by half tion. Austin Price, Trijohn Tran, Steven by Oliva Climent. Top Offensive Player: Freedom. recorded its sixth shutout. Rebekah Johnson made some nice offensive time. Nathan Roberts jump started the Niessen, Max Vazquez and Eddie Horn all had Sydney Ruegseger; Top Defensive Player: DIVISION 4 The Livermore Elite Lightning U-12, pushes. Both defenses limited any decent Ballistics by dribbling through several key tackles. Cheerleaders are Linda Castro, Lindsey Allen. Under-12: Boomerangs continued their Division 3 came out short in spite of a gutsy scoring opportunities until a free kick from defenders and scored from the 18 yards out Ashley Cunningham, Macy Ferrer, Emily Pleasanton Rage U14 AC posted a hard excellent streak by tying this game with effort, holding the Mustang Storm to a single close range was fired high into the net from minutes after the start of second half. Julio Galindo, Allison Hill, Stephanie Hoover, fought 2 to 1 loss to a strong Dublin side. Broncos. Both team played great soccer with goal scored early in the game. Leading the the Stampede for a 1-0 lead in the 27th Gomez soon follow with a goal inside the box Rachel King, Christa Patron, Amanda Soars, Dublin used its size and speed advantage to excellent spirit. Anisha tied the game by Lightning assault with shots on goal were minute. In the second half, Stampede con- on a pass from Mason Ridgeway. Jenna Zendarski. keep pressure on the Rage side of the field scoring the goal for Boomerangs. SCORES: Tyler Ellis, Daniel Toscano, Jose Zavala, and trolled the midfield play to keep the pressure Ballistics fought hard against its rival, Livermore Gladiators offense struggled throughout the game and produce numerous Broncos 1, Boomerangs 1; Bobcats 2, Black Morgan Melendrez, with Hugo Guerrero on the Fury defense. Goalie Alison Pierson Mustangs. Ballistics trail 1-0 at half time. good scoring chances. Several brilliant saves Panthers 3; Banshees 2, Black Widows 4; aiding in forward support. Playing well up made several key saves to keep the score Phil Viebeck punch in the only goal from a against Clayton Valley Falcons.Malik Pruitt, by goal keeper Heidi Johns kept this one close Nick Arnold and Christian Techiera all ran the Blue jays 4, Barracudas 0; Bandits 0, Buc- the sides were Christopher Sund, Jason close. The Fury evened the scored when pass by Roberts. until the Rage found its offense. The Rage caneers 1; Blasters 6, Big Dawgs 2; Stearns, and Ricky Martinez, while Jeff Morgan Brandt passed to a streaking Kaitlin Ballistic United Premier U10 played a ball hard for the Gladiators.Providing out- finally broke through with a powerful left TOP OFFENSIVE PLAYERS: Gellerman helped control the center midfield. Dadalt who dribbled in and shot a hard ball very tough game Saturday against the Liver- standing efforts on defense were Ryan Barnes, footed blast from Blair Stiers from 30 yards. Anisha,Shelby, Boomerangs; #14 Kourtnie Playing forceful defense were Gerald Cuyle, that bounced off the Stampede goalie and into more Elite Express, coming away with a 3 to Aezon Fernandez and Garrett Hart. Nick In a game where the defense was under Si Cam, #9 Lauren Copenhaver, #8 Miranda Cody Martinez, Lee Wood, Justin Moore, the net. Fury defense withstood the challenge 0 win. Matthew Powell scored the first goal, Stanley, Christian Garcia, and Tyler Gonzales constant pressure, the back line of Sarah Boyden, Bobcats; Kyra Costa, Danielle and keeper Tristan Lewis. The game was until the final minute when the Stampede with a great assist from Jackson Still. The also played well. Court, Caylee Heller, Erin McGillivray, and Sullivant, Nikki Van Wagner, Black Wid- exciting to the very end, with the Lightning finally got an open look at the goal and buried next two goals were scored by Jared Siegel. Junior Midget: Two undefeated teams Jenica Holt held strong. Brittney Guillory, ows; Victoria Rudolph, Jamie Suk, Kelly never losing intensity. a high ball to the back corner of the net for a Daniel Payne and Sahit Menon helped set up met Saturday at Granada High School, the Allie Rodriguez, and Celia Ochoa had some McDeavitt, Barracudas; Anna Wishnowsky, In their second weekend game, the 2-1 victory. the goals with great assist. Jack Geasa and Livermore Norsemen and the Clayton Valley good runs on offense while Samantha Bieler, Kylie Kruger, Sara Akenhead-York, Bandits; Lightning’s tough play continued against the The Livermore Crew ’95 played a great Sahit Menon both played outstanding goalie. Falcons. Kevin Kutchera started things off for Lauren Goeppert, and Casey Curtis con- Heather Dean, Ellen Ouyang, Jessica Jayson, powerful Pleasanton Ballistic. The two game against the visiting Pleasanton Rage The defensive play of Jeffrey Klei, Stephen the Norsemen with an interception. Liver- nected on some nice balls from the midfield. Blasters; teams battled scoreless for the first 53 min- AC team at Kellman Park, winning 1 to 0. Dougherty, Daniel Payne and Daniel more would see the end zone first. In the 2nd Pleasanton Rage U14 AC suffered a TOP DEFENSIVE PLAYERS: Shreya, utes. Then, Daniel Toscano came up with the The defense did a fantastic job keeping the Rodriguez helped secure the win. Top quarter Walik Gilmore had a 30 yard run, tough 3 to 1 loss at the hands of a very physical Cheyenne, Megan, Boomerangs; #7 ball from the top of the midfield, dribbling ball on the opposing side of the field, and Offensive Players: Jared Siegel, Alexander ACC Mavericks team. The Rage controlled Annaliese Miller, #11 Hailey Duniphin, #16 to the top of the box, and shooting. Claiming Danika Egelston made a great cross to Hannah Krause; Top Defensive Players: Jeffrey Klei, setting up a 9 yard rushing TD for Diquan play but were unable to convert on early Madison, only to have it called back because Tara Ross, Bobcats; Caitlin Newman, Meher another Lightning shutout was goalie Tristan Gooby, who put the ball in the back of the Stephen Dougherty, Daniel Payne, Daniel chances. ACC got the scoring started in the Pahwa, Laura Van Wagner, Black Widows; Lewis, and defenders Cody Martinez, Lee net for the only score of the game against a Rodriguez. of a holding penalty. Livermore’s Jeremy 30th minute and then added two more goals Stephanie Villegas, Kevie Bouvaird, Micaela Wood, Jeff Gellerman, and Justin Moore, tough Pleasanton team.Other top players this BUSC Class 1 U16: After a tough first Mata would then attempt a 30 yard field goal early in the second half. Andrea Glaeser got Hughey, Barracudas; Karissa Souza, Kara who made key blocks, along with defender game- Jenna Hatch, Pooja Patel, Jessica half which left the head referee injured, the that failed. Livermore’s offensive speed proved the Rage on the board in the 60th minute in Carlstrom, Andrea Bright, Bandits; Sara Ricky Martinez and Morgan Melendrez. Hopkins,Sarah Franklin, Hayley Grant, second half was broken open by the Vallejo to be too much for the Falcons’s. Walik dramatic fashion by dribbling through two Gieinger, Julie Martin, Maddie Wu, Blast- Offensive Lightning teammates Hugo Mandy Crabb, Rachel Leonard. Jr. Mafia team. After many shots the U16 Gilmore would score in the 3rd quarter on a defenders and battling the goalie in close ers; Guerrero, Jose Zavala, Jason Stearns, Tyler Livermore Crew ’95 0 vs Pleasanton Ballistic United Black lost in a shoot out, 28 yard run, Mata’s PAT was good and range for a tap in goal. Erin McGillivray had Under-10: Great passing between Cassidy Ellis, and Christopher Sund contributed to Rage Premier 1 - The Livermore Crew ’95 4-3. Kenny Hunt scored two for the Pleasan- Livermore was on the board 8-0. In the 4th the assist. Ari Gordon, Amanda Kalbarczyk, Hager and Annelise Dutcher. Annelise, a the win. gave it everything they had during a rainy ton team with KJ Newbery finishing with quarter Livermore’s defense was sparked by and Vanessa Medina each had some close consistently strong offensive player, scored Livermore Elite Legacy U-16 Division game in Pleasanton against the Pleasanton one. Great pressure was put on by Andrew an interception by Cameron Sawyer. The scoring chances in the front while Caylee the goal for the Jammers. SCORES: Jack 1 played a skillful game against Hayward, Rage Premier team before losing 1-0. Despite Choi, Bobby Regalado, and Matt Donner. Falcon’s could not adjust to Livermore’s Heller, Brooke Brown, and Sarah Court Rabbits 1, Jammers 1; Jaguars 2, Jellybeans winning 6-1. Melissa Lamb beat the defender exceptional defensive play, which kept the Top Offensive Players: Kenny Hunt, KJ defense led by Zach Pursch, Blaine Call, Luc posted a strong back line with efficient clears. 1; Jungle Cats 1, Jewels 1; Jokers 3, Jitter- and passed the ball infront of the goal, which ball on the opposing side for most of the Newbery, Kasey Uwakwe; Top Defensive Hamilton, Damariay Drew and Jordan Moss. Rage Division 3 came up on the losing bugs 0; the defender kick in scoring the first goal. game, The Crew ’95 could not overcome the Players: Sam and Joe Clark. side of two very close games against the TOP OFFENSIVE PLAYERS: Cassidy Hayley Swanson beat her defenders, passed tough Pleasanton team, who scored their only Ballistic United Class 1 U14 beat a The Falcons would fall to the Norsemen 8-0 Mustang Eagles and the Newark Evil Chee- in their first meeting of the year. Livermore Hager, Annelise Dutcher, Jammers; Racquel the ball to Brittnay Shiraki, who scored the goal early in the first half. Both teams tough Castro Valley team 2-0 on Sunday. tahs. On Saturday the girls faced the mighty Nino, Angelina David, Erica Meier, second goal. Later, Jessica Foster crossed the demonstrated exceptional ball handling skills, The teams were evenly matched but Ballistic head’s to Deer Valley Saturday 4-0. Mustang Eagles. The Rage came out strong JellyBeans; Izzy Perlman, Kiki Kramer, ball to Rachael Butler who chipped the ball despite the wet weather. Top players this was able to get the momentum going their Pee Wees: The Livermore Warriors de- and matched every move of the Mustangs. An Connie Kim, Jungle Cats; Katie Grant, Erin into the goal. At the end of the second half, game- Brooke Rittmann, Pooja Patel, way. Deep in the first half, Garret Foster drew feated the Clayton Valley Falcons 6-0 in Pee unintentional handball inside the penalty box Walsh, Jitterbugs; Lamb passed the ball wide to Swanson who Jessica Hopkins, Rachel Leonard, Sarah a penalty in the goal box. Derek Kanowsky Wee action. In an extremely hard-fought gave the Mustangs a direct kick and an early TOP DEFENSIVE PLAYERS: Sarah scored. In the seccond Legacy came out Franklin, Mandy Crabb, Hayley Grant. took the PK and buried the shot in the lower defensive battle, the Warriors made two goal- lead in the first half. The Rage defense came Thielen, Brianna Walters, Jammers; Eliza- strong scoring two goals. Lamb passed to Livermore Elite U-10 AC1 Express 3, corner of the goal. In the second half, Ben line stands in the first half to deny the Falcons. back stronger than ever in the second half. The beth Castillo, Sara Banks, Neha Nirkondar, Foster who scored. The last goal came from Union City Barcelona 0: Ryan Ruley scored Ewing scored on a deflected pass by Nick In the fourth quarter, Jake Williams connected Eagles scored in the last 5 minutes, sealing JellyBeans; Mary Glenn, Abbie Matsusaka, a pass from Lamb to Annelise Wood who in the first half with an assist by Dominic Pereira to seal the win. Demonstrating on an 18 yard touchdown pass to David the deal with a 2 to 0 victory. Next, the Rage Maddie Jackson, Jungle Cats; Kate Klein, scored. Defenders Jennie Null, Hailey Howard, Foscalina, and also scored in the second half outstanding hustle and ball control through- Moffitt for the winning score. The Warriors met up with the Newark Evil Cheetahs in Jenna Reitsma, Jitterbugs; Emily Paddack, and Chelsea Herbert played with an unassisted goal. Dominic Foscalina out the game were Lucas Crawbuck, Zach defense dominated with interceptions by Ben Newark. The Rage dominated play the entire Under-9: TOP OFFENSIVE PLAY- a strong game. Goalies Kelly Calton and scored the third goal from an assist by Savoy, and Parker Quesinberry. Keeper Sawyer and Rio Castillo, and a fumble game, but despite multiple shots at goal, were ERS: Priya Kallu, Jocelyn Sahagun, Kelly Annelise Wood shared the keeper position Matthew Dremalas. Tony Jimenez played Adam Bailey faced seven quality shots, all of recovery by Kevin Coburn. The Warriors unable to place one in the net. In the last 5 O’Neill, Polka Dots; TOP DEFENSIVE making key saves. strong offense for the Express. Michael which he masterfully saved. Top Offensive minutes of play the Evil Cheetahs scored. PLAYERS: Saoirse Dwyer, Aurelia Escobar, The Livermore Roadrunners boys Rademann played great defense for the Ex- Players: Garret Foster, Derek Kanowsky, improved to 3-1 with their third shutout of the Although the Rage never gave up, taking 2 season. Caroline Morris, Polka Dots; U12 soccer team won 1 and tied 1 over the press and Logan Gruidl was solid in the goal. Ben Ewing; Top Defensive Players: Adam additional shots in the last 4 minutes, they Under-8: A very exciting game with lots weekend. On Saturday they beat the DVSC Livermore Elite Force U15 AC3 5, Bailey, Lucas Crawbuck, Parker Quesinberry. were still unable to score resulting in a 0 to of goals! The Mad Dogs showed some great Black 4-1. The Roadrunners first goal was Pleasanton Ballistic Black 0: Livermore The U15 Ballistic White notched an- 1 loss against the Evil Cheetahs. Top dribbling and passing skills. TOP OFFEN- crossed by Juan Carlos Alfaro and scored by goals scored by Geo Carbajal (2), Chad other victory in a commanding 6-0 win over Pleasanton Football Offensive Players: Kayla Bautista, Molly SIVE PLAYERS: Ariana Nunos, Isabel DVSC player. Their second goal was scored Berghoff (1), Nick Crusco(1) and Jonathan the Mustang United team. With clean passes Pleasanton Junior Football League scores: Grozier, Bailey Downum and Paige Hughes; Skinner, Allison Andre, Mavericks; Jessica on a free kick opportunity. Tanner Turner Ramirez(1). Assists by Zach Addington, and crisp ball control, Ballistic quickly went Senior Contact: Dolphins 32, Titans 0: Top Defensive Players: Olivia Brown, Lauren O’Neal, Gabriella Sanchez, Christie Quinn, took the kick, chipping the ball over the Brandon Bauer and Cody Lutz. Peter Mor- up 1-0 when Ryan Parsons passed a short ball Max Kurth ran for 126 yards and 2 touch- Fan, Claire Hickel and Danielle Leedeman. Mad Dogs; TOP DEFENSIVE PLAYERS: defensive wall to Patrick Taylor for a ground row in goal. to Cory Thomas who in “bicycle kick fash- downs, and David Camarena ran for 1 TD and The Pleasanton Rage U13 girls used Madison Soble, Maci Manos, Tori Garcia, shot into the far corner of the net. Turner FC Livermore United 2, Danville ion” tossed one into the net. Edris Bemanian passed for two more, as the Dolphins beat the clean passes and crisp ball control to come Mavericks; Gemma Schiaffino, Alexandra dribbled in the third goal for the Roadrunners Mustang Alliance 1: This early morning crossed to Ryan Parsons who shot it in for a Titans 32-0. The touchdown passes were away with a 3-1 victory over the San Ramon Sanchez, Sophie Adams, Mad Dogs; unassisted. The Roadrunners final goal was game in the hills was a tough match up for 2-0 lead. It was Edris B. again on the assist caught by Rees Curtis and Patrick Gibbons, Stingers in this weekend’s soccer action. The Under-7: Goals by Allison Sanchez and scored on another free kick taken by Sergio both teams. Livermore seemed to be to Cory Beck who put it in the goal for his while fullback Kevin Lois added extra fire- Rage got on the board when Stephanie Little Karlee Schweitzer (Teddy Bears). TOP Alvarez and finished by Turner. dominating play in the first half. They scored first goal of the year giving Ballistic a 3-0 lead crossed a pass into Kelly Parsons for her first OFFENSIVE PLAYERS: Allison Sanchez, On Sunday, the Roadrunners met with first when a cross by Jesus Moreno, rico- at the halftime whistle. In the second half, power to the running game. The defensive line goal of the season. The Stingers would tie of Anthony Viveiros, Brandon Herbert, Nate Karlee Schweitzer, Reilly Bowman, Teddy the Bay Oaks Earthquakes in a frustrating cheted around in the box until Richie Howard Edris Bemanian got into the scoring action the game up at 1-1 before the halftime whistle. Bears; TOP DEFENSIVE PLAYERS: match that ended in a 0-0 tie. The Roadru- got a solid foot on the ball and put United when Cory Thomas crossed one and Ed put Vincent, Michael DeVivo, and Austin Haire Rage’s second goal came with Kelly Parsons Madeleine Dierickse, Kiley Grundstrom, nners dominated the first half of the game, but into the plus column. Danville came back it in. Nik Thompson stormed and fired in was relentless, registering their second defen- chipping to Jessie Hopson who passed to Teddy Bears; were unable to score. strong on defense for most of the rest of the a bullet. The Mustang goalie deflected sive shut out, as key interceptions were picked Danielle LaMarche for the score. With 10 Under-6: TOP OFFENSIVE PLAY- Livermore Rampage U14 girls divi- game and put a shot of their own into net in Thompson’s try and Ryan Parsons was right off by Keoni Sanchez and Brian Hill. Michael minutes left to go, Kelly Parsons scored her ERS: Mary Tincher, Lacey Hicks, Dolphins; sion 3 team swept a pair of Al Caffodio league the final minutes of play. Apparently this there with the finish to notch his second goal Flores and Hill led the way with 4 solo tackles second goal of the game. Madeline Granucci, Grace Himsl, Gianna games last weekend when they beat the served as inspiration for Livermore, as they of the game. The 6th and final goal from each, and Tanner Clark and Kurth both made Other soccer action for the Rage saw a 3- Lyng, Divas; Kayla Baughman, Alyssa Fremont Elements and Dublin Divas. The powered up the field determined to score. Ballistic came when Tiago Abreu launched a recoveries of Titans fumbles. 2 loss to the Mustang Magic. Rage played Serrano, Dribblers; TOP DEFENSIVE Rampage are in second place in the standings Cole Martinez put them back into the lead perfect corner kick into the far right corner of Steelers 44, Bucs 14: The story of the hard with goals coming from Stephanie PLAYERS: Molly Griston, Lilly Fehrmann, with a 4-1-0 record. The Rampage were firing with a classic goal shot and the boys were the net. Top Offensive Players: Ryan game for the Bucs was tailback Carson Little, Aria Crawford, and Jessie Hopson. Dolphins; Jessical Maloney, Divas; Addyson on all cylinders, rolling to a 7-0 win over the ready to go again when the final whistle blew. Parsons, Edris Bemanian, Cory Thomas, Ewanich who ran for 174 yards and a touch- Credit the assists to Danielle Homan, Stephanie Mapes, Abby Smith, Dribblers; Fremont Elements. Right forward Olivia When this games story was told, United Cory Beck, Tiago Abreu; Top Defensive down. Offensively, the Bucs played very well Little, and Danielle LaMarche. Top Offen- Flight Under-14: The O-Sixers were led Mowry had three goals and an assist while left outshot the Alliance 20 to 8 and keeper Ian Players: Cody Hoster, Bryan Bui, Brian as they consistently moved the ball down- sive Players: Kelly Parsons, Stephanie Little, by a balanced offense and a tenacious defense forward Jennifer Wakefield had a goal and two Coolbear earned several nice saves. Johnston. Jessie Hopson, and Danielle LaMarche; Top in their 4-1 win over the Earthquake. Sarah assists. Katrina Kalantar contributed a goal FC Livermore United 5, Fremont Fire: The BUSC U17 continued their roll with field with a balanced attack. Quarterback Defensive Players: Aria Crawford, Megan Stuart Cooper was 5-11 for 90 yards. Cooper Jupina, Emily Diggins, Sofia Castaneda and and an assist, Sissi Gonzalez added a goal and Another early morning match for the boys, a 2-0 victory over Livermore. Ballistic Ash, Megan Clark, Autumn Whitney. Jaclyn Strom scored the Sixers’ goals. The Sara Slabaugh, Kelsey Carzoli and Courtney saw Livermore starting off quick and advanc- brought the heat early and had some great also had a touchdown on a short run and he The Pleasanton Rage U15 Division 1 strong defense held off the Earthquakes until Holsen all chipped in with assists. Super sub ing on Fremonts goal several times but, with early opportunities by Jay Guilmart, Brent ran in a two-point conversion. Cooper’s main AC team stayed at home for their lone game the dying minutes of the game. Sylvia Janae Turpin played forward in the first half no results. Both teams played well defen- Cambra, and Tim Gaisor, but the Livermore target in the passing game was Brandon Arace of the weekend. They matched up against the Cooley, Mary Gruen, Taylor Dorsey and and broke through for her first goal of the sively until well into the first half, when a keeper was on his game. Ballistic finally who had two spectacular catches for 50 yards. ACC Mavericks and came away with a 2-2 tie. Janelle Beasley led the Sixers defense smoth- season and then played goalie in the second missed penalty shot seemed to pull United broke through when Kamron Behzadi found Fullback Codey Heidebrecht added 28 yards The Rage started the scoring early in the 12th ering the Earthquake attack throughout the half to share the shutout with Katelyn Krueger. together. Jesus Moreno was first to fuel the Joey Halim streaking down the sideline. rushing. The Bucs offensive line dominated minute on a beautiful pass from Ailsa Smith, game. The Dublin Divas came to Livermore on engine of the goal train with a commanding Halim sent a great cross Jason Ash, who the line of scrimmage as they repeatedly deep into the right corner. Page Robertson Earthquakes 4, 0-sixers 1; The Crush 1, Sunday in a battle of two upper division shot that put them ahead. Soon to follow were converted. BUSC continued the pressure but opened up holes for the running game which ran onto the ball and crossed it to Danielle The Heat 0: TOP OFFENSIVE PLAYERS: teams. The Rampage jumped out to a 1-0 lead goals by Alejandro Sanchez(2), Cole couldn’t convert any further in the half. gained over 200 yards. The line repeatedly Paxton. Paxton drove the shot to the far post Emily Diggins, Sarah Jupina, Sofia 15 minutes into the first half when Olivia Martinez, Christian Murillo and by games However, Livermore was continually thwarted sprang Ewanich loose into the Steelers sec- for the score. The Mavericks came right back Castaneda, 0-sixers; Nicole Zalewski, Erin Mowry took a lead pass from Jennifer end, Livermore had taken 37 shots on goal by the Ballistic defense, led by Kurt (the ondary and it consisted of center Steve Duarte, in the 15th minute with a goal of their own, Araj, Allison Walker, Crush; TOP DEFEN- Wakefield and placed a shot in the left corner to Fremonts 1. Blanket) Lenamon and supported by Bryant guards Sean Vanlandingham and Tory Ziemer, leaving the halftime score at 1-1. Once again, SIVE PLAYERS: Sylvia Cooley, Mary of the net. The Rampage secured the 3-0 win The Livermore Elite Tri-Valley United Dante and Nick Bonham. The second half the Rage started fast in the second half with Gruen, Taylor Dorsey, 0-sixers; Sammy in the second half when Sissi Gonzalez scored U-19 B 3 won an exciting match against the found more of the same, and BUSC got some tackles Drake Rivenes and Evan Gum, and a goal in the 44th minute. Julia Frizzel tight ends E.J. Hand and Nico Tornaghi. The Hoffman, Kirpa Wirk, Lauren Ancora, Crush; off a wild scramble in front of the goal and Ballastic Black, 1-0. In the middle of the first breathing room when Eric Lobao and Gaisor crossed the ball left to right to Robertson, Flight Under-12: The Hotshots gave a Serena Claudio added her first goal of the half, defender Sam Hoppes lifted a long cross played tic tac toe, with Lobao sending Gaisor Bucs defense had a tough game but linebacker who scored the go ahead goal. The Rage held tough performance Saturday keeping the ball season off a rebound when a hard Jennifer to midfielder Sam Martin who took one touch in 1v1. Gaisor rocked one inside the far post Henel i Kailahi made three tackles and he onto their lead until the 58th minute. ACC on their opponents side most of the game. Wakefield shot came loose from the Diva to control the ball, shot, and scored. What for the 2-0 final. recovered a Steelers fumble. Mavericks scored the tying goal and the game Strong opening in the first half allowed goaltender. Rampage goalie Katelyn Krueger little attacking play got past United’s defen- Ballistic United U14 beat Heritage Stam- remained tied until the final whistle. Jennifer O’Neill to make the first point of the completed her fourth shutout in five league sive wall of Nate Richardson, Justin Mueller, pede 3-2 in what started as a one-sided game The Rage U14 players faced off against game. Madisen Ivensen and Dani Comito games and has given up only one goal in Sam Hoppes, and Chris Martin, was stopped dominated by Ballistic but ended as a real Pleasanton Rage a determined San Ramon team this weekend, provided an impressive performance for the league play this year. cold by keeper Jarrod Belsick who turned in nail-biter. Ballistic dominated the first half, The Pleasanton U-16 Rage Premier beating them 2-1 in an action-filled contest. Hotshots, each aiming for the net of their Livermore Crew 97 U9 girls division 1 an outstanding performance. In the second but was able to score only once, Ben Ewing racked up two more victories and remains in The first Rage goal, by Madeline Weber, was opponents. Awesome defense by Johanna hosted the Fremont Flash at Robert Liver- half, Belsick rose up from a sea of yellow shooting a bullet off a James Metz pass into first place in the Golden State Soccer League. a perfectly placed chip shot from well outside Gauer, Natalie Cook, and Kennedy Poplawski. more field on Sunday and came away with a Ballastic players to save a perfectly placed the goal. A few minutes into the second half, In the five league games so far, the Rage has the box. The second goal, scored by Ellie Each the girls did an impressive job blocking 3-0 win. R.J. Atwal opened the scoring for corner kick and kept Ballastic off the Derek Kanowsky’s corner kick was knocked scored 25 goals and have only given up three. Kim, came off of a beautiful crossing shot by attacks and passing the ball to the offense and Crew 97 with an assist from Carleigh Thurman. scoreboard. Midfielder Jon Bonneti made down by Heritage’s keeper and then re- This talented team is rated ninth in the nation, Niki Gotelli. Chelsea Lowenstein and Kristen midfielders. The Hotshots played a superb Ashley Arnett scored the second goal and several crucial plays disrupting Ballastic bounded in by Jonathan Yankowski. Heri- third in the Western United States, first in DesPrez provided their team with multiple game, and for that they should all be proud. Carleigh Thurman added the third off of a feed attacks and keeping Livermore’s momentum tage scored twice in the next ten minutes. Northern California and ranked second in the scoring opportunities; Emma Caswell and SCORES: Raging Monsters 3, Hot Shots from Kamryn Lipman. Hanna Beauchamp going. Evan Larsen and Eddie Schoennagel were state. Meaghen Kirchner supported the offensive 1; Earthquakes 2, Tigers 4: TOP OFFEN- and Bridget Rittmann split time in goal to Livermore Elite U10 AC3 Storm 2, able to prevent Heritage from getting their The Rage U-16 Premier defeated the Bay strategy with effective and efficient defense. SIVE PLAYERS: Jennifer O’Neill, Madisen share the shutout while Megan Amick con- Pleasanton Royals 0: The Storm fought their offense going by clearing the ball at every Oak Bombers by the score of 4-1 at the Pleasanton Rampage U19 Travelling Iversen, Dani Comito, Hot Shots; Moira trolled the midfield for Crew 97. way to their first victory Saturday against opportunity. In the last minute of the game, College of Alameda. Despite a “bunker” Div IV, despite out shooting both of their Andrews, Katie Beliles, Haley Bradley, Earth- Livermore Elite Explosion U-12 Divi- Pleasanton Royals. Offensive standouts for Garret Foster carried the ball into the corner, defense, a tactic the Bombers used that at opponents this weekend, managed only a quakes; TOP DEFENSIVE PLAYERS: sion 1 girls soccer team reached the halfway the Storm were Samantha Sobers, Mary took a hard shot which Heritage’s keeper was times had eight defenders lay back on defense split, falling 4-3 to the Livermore Extreme Johanna Grauer, Natalie Cook, Kennedy point in GSSL league play this weekend with Ellam, Breanna Hernandez, and Grace Naylor. able to stop but not hold onto. Simeon in front of their goalkeeper. The Bombers and defeating the San Ramon Jalapenas 2-0. Poplawski, Hot Shots; Claire Lorenz, Diane a record of 3 wins, 1 loss and 1 tie. Livermore They put pressure on the Royals to keep the Comanescu then came forward and scored the looked to play offensively only by launching In defeating San Ramon, the Rampage Hadley, Olivia Beuscher, Earthquakes; Explosion 4, Pleasanton Rage 3. Team ball off of the Storms side of the field. When winning goal. Top Offensive Players: Ben long balls to the two sole attackers on offense. went scoreless in the first half despite out Light Under-10: The Bulldogs put out passing was the key to Livermore’s best the Royals passed the half way mark Melissa Ewing, Jonathan Yankowski, Simeon This tactic worked well for the first half of play shooting their opponent by a 5-1 margin. the Fireballs Fire. Goals were scored by offensive effort of the year giving them 2 Allen, Gabrielle Parker, and Ariana Mancieri Comanescu; Top Defensive Players: Eddie as the Bombers held the Rage scoreless. In Pleasanton broke through in the second half. Samantha Spain, Monica Medor (2), Darby goals right away in the first half. Danielle provided a tough defense to prevent the Schoennagel, Evan Larsen. the second half, the patient Rage played like Katie Voss took control near midfield and McLaughlin, Bridget Beck, Rachel Barta (2) Lacombe fed a ball to Audrey Walke who Royals from scoring. Shannon Rosemark The U17 Ballistic Black put it all the more skilled team with more possession played a through ball deep into the San and Jonae Arias. Defensively Sydney Nethery trapped it and assisted to Kassidy Peters who had another great performance in the goal not together as a team in a 1-0 win over Dublin. play, while showing some nice thoughtful Ramon end. Marissa Klei took a shot that and Isabelle Adams contributed strong per- scored. Jennie Harmison scored off a perfect allowing any shots to get by her. Livermore It was a clean but hard fought game, with moving off the ball. The Rage hit seams to dribbled by the backpedaling keeper who got formances consistent with the offense. cross by Alex Boucher. The Rage fought back Elite Storm 0, Danville Mustang Dynamite every pass and ball in the air being challenged. get through the bunker defense to score their a hand on the ball, but couldn’t keep it from SCORES: Bulldogs 8, Fireballs 1; TOP and put 2 on the board themselves leaving 0: The backfield of Bryant Dante, Willie Berger, goals. Amanda Luxford passed the ball to crossing the line. For the second goal, OFFENSIVE PLAYERS: Monica Medor, both teams tied at the end of the first half. Livermore Storm fought another defen- Kurt Lemamon, Trevor Dawson, and Nate Rachael Clark off a set piece to start the Rage corralled the ball and lofted a perfect shot. Rachel Barta, Bridget Beck, Bulldogs; TOP Early in the second half, Livermore put goal sive battle against a strong Mustang Dyna- Weber were rock solid to the final whistle. Jay scoring in the second half. For the second Despite a hat trick from Klei in the first DEFENSIVE PLAYERS: Sydney Nethery, number 3 on the board when Sierra Cassels mite team. Jennifer Chaidel, Rachel Esser, Rage goal, Carlee Payne scored with an assist half against Livermore, the Rampage couldn’t Isabelle Adams, Bulldogs; passed to Kaley Olsen whose shot landed and Britney Turner fought hard trying to by Megan Jurado. Payne scored the third goal overcome a couple of bad breaks and their own The girls played an excellent game today. deep in the net. The victory insuring 4th score bring a win home. While Jessica Casey, unassisted while Jurado scored the final goal. fatigue and the Extreme snuck away with a DeLaney Soble and Sarah Jeffery made their came off another well set up pass combination Gabrielle Parker and Shannon Rosemark The Rage defeated the Mustang United of win. Voss was once again the catalyst for a first goals today, maneuvering the ball with as Lacombe passed to Olsen who found made sure that the Dynamite chances of Danville by the score of 6-0. The Rage Rampage score, setting up Klei. Klei’s precision down the field as the team rooted Karley Luce whose toe attempt was short but scoring were limited. defenders lead by Sam Cloutier, Rachael second goal came a few minutes later. Brit- them on. Grace Skinner played excellent Peters was right their to follow it in. Keeper The Livermore Elite Titans (U13, McGlinchy, Ashley Loughmiller, Clark and tany Leal won the ball at midfield and hit a defense as she knocked the ball out of the way Holly Lamb and backfield players; Kylee Division 1) defeated Walnut Creek Storm 3- Luxford limited the Mustang United attack to through ball the Klei ran onto to the goalie’s of the opposite teams goal when it was just Southwell, Gabi Macias, and Jessica Floyd’s 2 this past Saturday in league play. The few offensive opportunities effectively giv- left. Klei deftly went far post and the goalie within reach of the goal. strong defensive support in the second half Titans’ Michael Kronenberg got the scoring ing goalkeepers Maddie Fox and Alexa Dou- was helpless to stop the shot. The third goal SCORES: Dolls 14, Dribblers 1; TOP gave Livermore the hold they needed to keep started by feeding a pass to Victor Reyes for glas the afternoon off. Asha Smith scored the of the half came on a give and go between Klei OFFENSIVE PLAYERS: Kira Broacha, the win alive. the first goal. Oscar Garcia scored the second first two goals; one of which was assisted by and Elaine Brogna. Klei got the ball back Sara Jeffery, DeLaney Soble, Dolls; TOP East Diablo United 3, Livermore Explo- goal off a deflection from the Storm’s goalie Carlee Payne. Megan Jurado then scored with from Brogna on the left side in the box and DEFENSIVE PLAYERS: Grace Skinner, sion 0. Livermore suffered their first league and Reyes scored the final goal unassisted. an assist from Amanda Luxford. Carlee ripped a left footed shot near post that found Lily Manos, Leila Shafi, Dolls; loss in this early morning match up in The Titans had many opportunities to break Payne scored the final three goals of the game, the net. After closing the score to 3-2, Oakley. East Diablo’s midfield and backfield the game wide open but were able to convert. one of which was off a beautiful combination Livermore knotted the game at 3 on a were dominant by not allowing Livermore On Sunday, the Titans hosted Bay Oaks. of passes from Smith and Jurado. Pleasanton own goal. The Rampage had Livermore Elite Soccer many opportunities at offense. The Explo- Bay Oaks was able to score two goals on set several great scoring opportunities, most The Rage Premier AC under 12 team The Livermore Elite U-10 Clash won sion defense had to work double time in this pieces each time due to the Titans getting traveled to Alameda and battled the Bay Oaks notably by Klei and Voss, but couldn’t match. Rachel Tabaracci, Kylee Southwell, called for fouls. Gold club to a scoreless tie. Rage defenders convert and Livermore scored with 30 sec- two more Al Caffodio games this weekend as Jessica Floyd and Gabi Macias put their best Laura Byron, Jessica and Nicole Swinkels onds remaining to take the 4-3 win. they swept Ballistic Black 2-1 and the San efforts on the field when the United offensive knocked the Bay Oaks forwards off the ball Pleasanton Rage U19 Orange played Ramon Diamondbacks 2-0. pressure held momentum for most of the time and time again. Despite strong indi- the San Ramon Impact for the first time on In Saturday’s match against Ballistic game. vidual efforts from forwards Nicole Heller and Sunday afternoon, winning 4 to 0. Four Black of Pleasanton, the Clash offense looked The Livermore Fury U-11 girls D3 Julia Rogers, the Rage was unable to get any minutes into the half, Heidi Larsen shot one lackluster in the first half as Black dominated team played two exciting games over the type of offense generated in the first half. In over the goalkeeper’s head off an assist by possession. Led by Mike Brooks, Livermore’s weekend. In the first game against the San the second half, play was mainly controlled Catrina Cruger. Rage’s second goal came 25 defense held Ballistic at bay until a late first Ramon Solar, the Fury started strongly as by Rage midfielders Haley Jackson, Lauren minutes into the half as Megan Gomez made half goal gave Black a 1-0 lead. Regrouping Beth McCall scored in the 7th minute on a Hayashi, and Jessica Chen, who kept the ball a run up the left side of the field and again during the break, the Clash equalized in the lead pass from Skyler Kriz. Fury midfielders in the offensive end. Danielle Roe and Alaina found the upper right corner of the net. The 32nd minute as Ryan Ball scored during a Callie Crowe and Brittany Ahrbeck had some Urban each made impressive runs. The best 2nd half again saw excellent play from both scramble in front of the goal. Livermore kept nice runs into the Solar zone. Defenders scoring opportunity of the day was generated offense and defense, with Melissa Sheehan up pressure throughout the second half only Alison Lau and Nicole Kurian thwarted a by Nicole Heller, forcing the Bay Oaks goalie scoring off a corner kick, 4 minutes into the to be denied time and time again by the number of Solar rushes. Solar evened the to make a nice stop. Rage goalie Payton half, and finally Jamie Thurman, left-footing stubborn Ballistic defense. With only two Thomas was perfect in the first half and the ball into the goal at 31 minutes. Rage Brooke Quesinberry matched that perfor- played strong defense, as well, keeping the mance in the second half. Impact to 2 shots on goal, which goalkeeper Game two of the weekend was a very fast LeeAnn Meyer had no trouble saving to keep paced and well played match, in which the the shutout. Top Offensive Players: Megan Pleasanton Rage suffered a 3 to 0 loss to the Gomez, Heidi Larsen, Jamie Thurman, Me- Mustang Blast. The play of forward Nicole lissa Sheehan; Top Defensive Players: Lindsey Heller and goalie Brook Quesinberry was Ellison, Margie Blidy, Kerry McCulloch, exceptional. Brooke allowed only one goal Alex Martin, Hannah Roberts. The Independent, OCTOBER 5, 2006 - PAGE 9 SPORTS NOTES

Guilmart was a beast in the midfield and a Dolphins and Dons. Garlick, Brandon Julku, Jared Hubert, Blue Scheibner (8.2) FLOOR - Kate Scheibner Danville, rain or shine. handful in the box, almost converting a great Under-14: Phoenix 1, Pack 1; Predators Flames; Youth Soccer (8.275); Peri Ouyang (7.5) ALL AROUND Entry fee is $35 per person. All runners header on a direct kick by Lenamon. BUSC 2, Phantoms 1; Power 5, Pack 1; Top Boys Under- 7 Cheetahs vs Sharks- Nate The Dublin Fighters Class I U12 split - Kate Scheibner (34.125); Peri Ouyang and volunteers will receive a red t-shirt and broke through in the second half when Eric Offensive Players: Henri Zanker, Andrew Wilson, Brandin Liu, Joseph Murphy, Kyle two games in league play over the weekend. (33.625) a barbecue lunch after the run. There is no Lobao drove the right wing and sent a perfect Junghans, Eduardo Perez -Phoenix; Titus Correia, Colton Casey, Alex Northrop, The Fighters beat the Fremont Flash 2-0 on LEVEL 5 Age Group: Younger VAULT entry fee for volunteers. cross to an onrushing Matt Carlucci, whose Norton, Sam Dissels, Melvin Park - Power; Cheetahs; Nick Lloyd, Anthony Orlando, Saturday, and fell 0-2 to the Heritage Gold - Isabella Orecchia - 6th (8.3); Hannah Skin- Run with Sparky George, the Bear Flag header redirected past the Dublin keeper. It Austen Potter, Blake Sell, Iden Yekan - Jack Perry, Jack Henderson, Gabriel Rush Sunday. Top Offensive Players: In the ner - 9th (8.175); Athena Bach (7.75); Haley then became a game of attacks and counter- Phantoms; Alex Marjanovic - Pack; Chris Msadinich, Tyler Griffin, Sharks; Tigers vs Runner, to raise awareness and money for the win Amanda Garcia and Rebecca Beasley had Chambers (7.35); Morgan Fiske (7.125) Hats Off America (HOA) nonprofit organiza- attacks, but Lobao and Weber combined on Pocs, Luis Castillo, Josh Pickering - Preda- Goal Miners- Nicholas Bertolucci, Austin one goal & one assist each, while Veronica BARS - Haley Chambers - 3rd (8.25); Athena the shutout. tors; Evernham, Benjamin Schasker, Andrew tion. HOA raises money for families of Bossio, Joanna Giron, Veronica Highsmith Bach - 5th (7.7); Hannah Skinner - 9th (7.15); soldiers who have died in Afghanistan and Ballistic Gold U11 grabbed its first win Top Defensive Players: Troy Stetson, Lewis, Christian Johansson, Tigers; Troy and Annie Jones all had shots on goal. Morgan Fiske - 10th (7.125); Isabella Orecchia of the season, shutting out the San Ramon Luke Savage, Andrew Black - Phoenix; Brett Wentworth, Andrew Walker, Anthony Bar- Iraq. The run is another way that Hats Off Warriors 2-0. Ballistic dominated the first Jantzen, Kyle Surber, Adam Johnstone - row, Zachary Stewart, Connor Sweeney, Despite being denied the win, the Fighters (7.05) BEAM - Athena Bach - 2nd (9.05); America lets the families know that they and half, with goalie Kevan Knaggs seeing little Power; Sam Akacsos, Russell Flock, Alex Goal Miners; Hot Shots vs Fireballs-Nico also played well against the Gold Rush, Alyssa Oki - 3rd (8.9); Hannah Skinner - T5th their loved ones will not be forgotten. action. Connor Tait-Mole put Ballistic on the Newman - Phantoms; Cliff Woodward, Chavez (3), Victor Quintero (1), Angel dominating the mid-field with strong play by (8.775); Isabella Orecchia - T5th (8.775); For information or to register or volun- scoreboard with a rolling shot into the goal Brenton Hsu - Pack; Kevin Vicencio, Danny Hernandez (1), Ethan Payne, Edward Robles, Adrianna Nugen, Mikaila Constable, Megan Morgan Fiske - 8th (8.55); Haley Chambers teer, contact Sparky George at (925) 855- to put Ballistic up 1-0 at halftime. In the Rycerski, Ian Kenny – Predators; Seth Davis, Hot Shots; Trevor Bantley (1), Zummo and “V” Bossio. Top Defensive (7.725) FLOOR - Hannah Skinner - T6th 1950 or [email protected] Visit second half, Wesley Rager was perfectly The Phoenix dominated the first half of Zachary Kiser (1), Tyler Revay (1), Matt Players: Goalie Heather Seeley recorded her (8.75); Athene Bach - T6th (8.75); Morgan www.hatsoffamerica.us. The site includes positioned to receive a cross, and he kicked the game, with the Phoenix defense (Troy Hargraves, Cody Stearns, Isaac Prachar, 3rd shut-out of the season against Fremont, Fiske - 9th (8.35); Isabella Orecchia - 10th links to other organizations that support our a high shot into the goal to put Ballistic up Stetson and Luke Savage) managing to keep Fireballs; Boys Under- 6 Little Rascals vs including a spectacular save versus a direct (8.275); Haley Chambers (7.8) ALL troops. Hats Off America is a nonprofit, tax- 2-0. Jeff Snyder almost scored for Ballistic the action mostly on the Pack’s end of the Thunderbolts- Dominic Shepherd, Zachary PK. Hailey Zummo, Christine Laymon, AROUND - Athene Bach - 6th (33.25); exempt 501(c)(3) organization. on a direct kick that hit the post, and Nick field and allowing only a very few shots at Macintire, Logan Greenough, Matthew Allison Mitchell and “V” Highsmith held the Hannah Skinner - 7th (32.85); Isabella Goldstein at goalie kept San Ramon from Phoenix goalie Andrew Black. The second Reddick, Caleb Hardesty, Frankie Silva, defensive line strong allowing the Flash only Orecchia - 8th (32.4); Morgan Fiske (31.15); scoring in the second half. Top Offensive half of the game was more evenly balanced. Little Rascals; Dillan Martinez, R.J. 6 shots on goal. Haley Chambers (31.125); Age Group: Middle Phantom Girls Softball Players: Connor Tait-Mole, Wesley Rager; Troy Stetson in goal managed to save every Ruckteschler, Gregory Short, Aidan Dublin United Class I Soccer U15 VAULT - Melissa Graber - 6th (8.6); Logan 2007 Registration for all Pleasanton Top Defensive Players: Kevan Knaggs, Nick Pack shot. Henri Zanker scored at the 29- Ackerman, Alec Lewis, Nicholas Puso, Thun- defeated the San Ramon Pumas 3 to 0. Goals Reynolds - 10th (8.025); Dori Lucero (8.0); Phantom divisions is now open. Phantom Goldstein. minute-mark from a pass from Gage Sperry derbolts; Tornados vs Hot Lava Dragons- U-9 A/C Bronze Ballistic Black played to tie the game. Eduardo Perez and Henri Adam Logadzinski, Cameron McGee, An- were by Amanda Shulte, Alyssa Malfatti, Rachel Yang (7.75); Kelly Overstreet (6.8) softball is open to girls in grades K-12 living the Livermore Elite Dragons in Livermore in Zanker and several good chances. Other good drew Choumas, Samiron Bora, Nathan Mariah Fulton. Laura Charbaneau, Stephanie BARS - Dori Lucero - 4th (7.9); Rachel Yang in Pleasanton, Dublin and Sunol. Registra- a battle of unbeatens. Sam Molz, after a fine scoring opportunities came from long down- Downs, Ethan Dregar, Tornados; McClain Redmon, Kelly Dyer led the defense. - 7th (7.575); Melissa Graber - 8th (7.55); tion can be completed online or mail-in. See individual effort in the opposing end, took a field sprints by Andrew Black and by Matt Minton, Hayden Glasco, Brodie Wolf, Dylan Dublin United Class I Soccer U15 Logan Reynolds (6.425) BEAM - Melissa the PGSL web site for additional information shot which glanced off the post, bounced off Jacobe, and from shots on goal by Jeremy Graham, Ethan Wiesbrod, Jason Widdington, defeated the Newark Pumas 5 to 1. Offense Graber - 3rd (9.225); Rachel Yang - 5th www.pleasantonsoftball.org. a Livermore defender and went into the net for Howald and Gage Sperry. Hot Lava Dragons; was led by Kristina Avolicino (2 goals/ (8.775); Logan Reynolds - 6th (8.7); Dori Upper Teams Tryouts a 1-0 Ballistic lead. The Elite Dragons Under-12: Rapids 0, Renegades 0; Boys Under- 5 Spongebob Soccerpants assist), Zaynib Hamze, Amanda Briones, Lucero (8.5); Kelly Overstreet (7.7) FLOOR Upper Divisions teams are for all expe- employed a quick counterattack and tied the Richochet 2, Rampage 1; Rebels 3, Ravens vs Lightning Bolts- Jake Carmichael, Dylan andAlyssa Malfatti. Strong defense was played - Melissa Graber - 2nd (9.125); Rachel Yang rienced players in grades 3 thru 8 who are game at 1-1. Cameron Ritchie of Ballistic 2; Top Offensive Players: Jassae Virk - Silva, Mason Smith, Evan Nystrom, Blake by Sereena Cherian, Nicole Skubic and - 6th (8.75); Logan Reynolds (8.175); Kelly interested in learning to play at a more made a nice run into the box and sent a nice Richochet; Kevin McLaughlin, Austin Do, Texeira, Collin Eads, Spongebob Kaitlin Miller Overstreet (7.9); Dori Lucero (7.775) ALL advanced, competitive level. To be selected pass to the left side that found Jack Traube, Nathaniel Kenny - Rebels; Top Defensive Soccerpants; Dylan Rapp, Jacob Peterson, San Ramon Santos 3, MDSL 2: In an AROUND - Melissa Graber - 4th (34.5); for an Uppers team, players must tryout. who slotted home the game winner from Players: Bailey Roberts, Wesley Bower, Ethan James, Ethan Montesinos, Michael afternoon of soccer in which the Santos Rachel Yang - 7th (32.85); Dori Lucero - 8th Tryouts will be held from October 2 thru 12 about 6 yards out. Adam Baxter - Richochet; Shri Ghandhi, Gauch, Kaegan Nelson, Lightning Bolts; needed a win, they did not waste much time (32.175); Logan Reynolds - 10th (31.325); based on the schedule below. Players inter- The following day, U-9 A/C Bronze Noah Rotter - Rapids; Jarrod Poston, Nate Spongebob Soccerpants and Lightning Bolts scoring a goal on the MDSL team. Justin Age Group: Older VAULT - Jessica Fineran ested in pitcher and catcher positions should Ballistic Black returned home to face the McMillin, Anthony Sabatini -Rebels; had a great offensive and defensive game. A Livermore Sharpshooters. Jack Traube opened A very close game with neither teams fun game for all! Scott scored an unassisted goal in the second (7.75) BEAM - Jessica Fineran (8.075) be there by 4:15 pm on their appropriate date. the scoring for Ballistic on a fine assist from scoring any goals at half time. Rampage Girls Under-16 San Ramon Aristocrats minute to put the Santos up quickly. A FLOOR - Jessica Fineran - 2nd (9.125) All other positions should be there by 4:45 Konrad Jurkiewicz. The Sharpshooters tied breaks the balance when they score their first 0, Livermore X-Treme X-plosion 3- Julia second goal came in the 10th minute when LEVEL 6: Age Group: Younger VAULT pm. Tryouts will be held at the Pleasanton the score at 1-1. In the second half, Sam Molz goal several minutes into the second half. Khatemi, Corinne Kanter, Lauren Jentz, Ben Danielson sailed a free kick to 10 feet in - Kaitlyn Pahler - 10th (8.5); Tiana Hodzic Sports Park GSB 6 & 7. If the fields are found Cameron Owens, who scored from the However, Richochet manages to end the Natalie Ball, Megan Fracolli, Amanda front of MDSL’s goal where Scott put it in (8.4); Shannon Gray (8.35); Melissa Cham- closed, tryouts will be in the parking lot. If left side near the top of the box. Chudi game with a one-goal lead after two excellent Calderon, San Ramon; Paige Anaya(2), Kylie off his head for his second goal of the day. bers (8.225) BARS - Kaitlyn Pahler (7.65); you cannot make the assigned time, contact Atuegbu made it 3-1 for Ballistic taking a nice goals scored by Jassae Virk. Siebert(1), Jennifer Ross, Kaila Domnick, Great defense by Stevie Rector, Michael Tiana Hodzic (7.2); Shannon Gray (6.35); the division director listed in the Board of feed from Ryan Racer and making a burst into Under-10: Avalanche 2, Alliance 6; Kat McGowan, Emma Folta, Livermore; Bernardi, Nico Portugal, and Kevin Ho kept Melissa Chambers (6.05) BEAM - Kaitlyn Directors on the PGSL website. For addi- the penalty area, before scoring on a nice shot. Jetstream 1, Jackals 2; Top Offensive Girls Under-14 Crossfire 1, Termina- the MDSL out of the Santos goal for most Pahler - 8th (8.55); Tiana Hodzic - 10th tional information check the PGSL website: Cameron Ritchie closed out the scoring for Players: Chase, Dante, Stone - Alliance; Luis tors 1- Grace Hockman, Ana Tostado, Shelby of the half until MDSL was awarded a penalty (8.25); Shannon Gray (8.05); Melissa Cham- www.pleasantonsoftball.org. Pleasanton when his corner kick deflected off Garcia, Jordan Ott, Reed Marques - Jetstream; Hamilton, Jackie Maruskin, Indy Pereida, kick in the 24th minute of the game. Santos bers (7.95) FLOOR - Kaitlyn Pahler - 9th Tryout schedule: October 5 – Minor an opposing fullback and into the net. Bal- Jake Molz, Alex Baro - Avalanche; Top Crossfire; Brittany Mumford, Angelica broke through for their 3rd and final goal of (8.875); Melissa Chambers (7.9); Shannon Uppers (5th and 6th Grade) Last name A-G listic stayed unbeaten with this hard fought Defensive Players: Shaurya, Aditya, Robert Rodriquez, Stephanie Meloy, Stephany Miler, the afternoon on a quick counter that started Gray (7.8); Tiana Hodzic (7.45) ALL October 6 – Minor Uppers (5th and 6th Grade) 4-1 victory. Top Offensive Players: Michael - Alliance; Luis Garcia, Jordan Ott, Reed Gabriella Aguilar, Terminators; Great team from the Santos side. Guillermo Rivas sent AROUND - Kaitlyn Pahler (33.575); Tiana Last name H-Q October 9 – Minor Uppers Anastassiou and Sahil Patel; Top Defensive Marques - Jetstream; Jacob Gibson, Justin work and sportsmanship was consistent Players: Bryce Veit and Sebastian Perry. Reedy - Avalanche; throughout the match by both teams. The a through ball to a sprinting Matheus Hodzic (31.3); Shannon Gray (30.55); Mel- (5th and 6th Grade) Last name R-Z October Ballistic United Premier U10 remained Alliance maintained their winning streak intensity picked up toward the end of the Menezes who put it in the net. MDSL added issa Chambers (30.125); Age Group: Middle 10 – Major Uppers (7th and 8th Grade) Last undefeated in league play with a 6-1 victory by winning 5th game in a row. Alliance second half which ultimately ended in a one another goal to their count in the 28th minute VAULT - Amy Tilson-Lumetta (8.5); Jaime name A-G October 11 – Major Uppers (7th Sunday against FC Fremont Flash. Jeffrey dominated the entire game. Goals scored by to one tie when the Terminators made the of the second half. Jake Boyd did a great job Gray (8.225) BARS - Amy Tilson-Lumetta and 8th Grade) Last name H-Q October 12 – Klei,Sahit Menon,Jason Sarubin Matthew Dante 2, Chase 2, Stone 1, Robert 1. The final goal. in goal coming off his line all afternoon, and (8.025); Jaime Gray (7.675) BEAM - Amy Major Uppers (7th and 8th Grade) Last name Powell,Alex Krause, Jackson Still, Collin goalkeepers Alex and Bryce were very tough Girls Under-12 Net Rippers 2, Jaguars had a great save at the end of the game to Tilson-Lumetta - 3rd (9.25); Jaime Gray (7.9) R-Z. Richardson and Jack Geasa helped lead the on the Home team. 4- Sarah Hepburn, Katie Baron, Meagan preserve the victory. Matt Sarmiento, Eric FLOOR - Amy Tilson-Lumetta (8.75); Jaime offensive charge. The consistant defense of White, Shelby McNeil, Net Rippers; Madi- Berman and Rivas did a great job of Gray (8.3) ALL AROUND - Amy Tilson- Daniel Payne, Stephen Dougherty, Jeff Klei son Bernstein, Christina Guillford, Katherine controlling the midfield for the game. Lumetta (34.525); Jaime Gray (32.1); Age Girls Softball and Daniel Rodriguez also helped in the win. Livermore Youth Soccer Orell, Malani Hibbard, Jaguars; The Mustang Strikers U-16 boys team Group: Older VAULT - Melissa Parker Livermore Girls Softball Association/ Top Offensive Players: Jackson Still,Collin Livermore Youth Soccer League results Cougars 1, Pink Panthers 0-Stephanie came away with a tie and loss in this weekends (8.775); Jacy Rasnick (8.1) BARS - Melissa Livermore Smoke Spring 2007 Registration Richardson, Jack Geasa, Top Defensive Play- from last week: Malohn, Sierra Clark, Stephanie Behnke, soccer action. In the game versus Hayward Parker - 10th (7.8); Jacy Rasnick (6.4) BEAM will be held Oct 10 & Oct 24, 2006 from 6pm- ers: Daniel Payne, Stephen Dougherty, Jeff Boys Under-16 Livermore Sting 1, Sarah Wilkinson, Ashlyn Tadokoro, Jessica Aztecas, Mustang came away with a tie 1-1 - Melissa Parker - 4th (9.025) FLOOR - 9pm at Holy Cross Lutheran Church located Klei, Daniel Rodriguez. Dublin Savages 0- The Livermore Sting ran Kendro, Cougars; Sarah Amorin, Jessica Franco Cruz scored the lone goal for Mustang Melissa Parker - 7th (9.0); Jacy Rasnick on Mocho Street. Further information con- RECREATIONAL LEAGUE their record to 4-0, beating the Dublin Sav- Hallum, Jordan Shay, Ariana Barr, Katherine (7.875) ALL AROUND - Melissa Parker - 7th Under-7: The Sharks vs. Snakes ; Sharks Braun, Cynthia Hansen, Pink Panthers; assisted by George Mayer. Ryan Rivera tact Stacie Heinz (925) 454-1406 or visit the ages 1-0. Battling the elements and a tough recorded the tie in nets for Mustang. In (34.6). website at www.livermoregirlssoftball.org. Top Offensive Players: Logan Still, James Dublin defense, the Sting were able to scratch Spinning Vortex 0, Tigerblast 3 - Kroll, Dillan Shackley; Sharks Top Defen- Madeline Thompson, Elyse Codiroli, Tai Sundays action, Mustang missed several out a goal late in the second half when scoring opportunities and came away with a sive Players: Nicholas Brdar, Kyle Walsh, Brandon Perry scored on a loose ball in front Bal, Jasmine Larkey, Brooke Yarrington, Nico Lemoine. Snakes Top Offensive Play- Grace Grim, Spinning Vortexes; Lauren 2-0 loss to Bay Oaks. Masters Swimming Golf Tournament of the net. Both offenses were hampered by Members of the LifeStyleRX Masters ers: RJ Pennisi, Peter Oh, Matthew high winds, but were able to create scoring Boultier (2), Hannah Stepanek (1), Kristin First Annual Granada High Lady Mata- Gummerson; Snakes Top Defensive Players: opportunities. The Sting offense led by Alex Pauazzo, Kylie Greer, Siena Trujillo, Brittney Swim team completed recently in the Alcatraz dors Charity Golf Tournament will be held Austin Munro, Joshua Molz, Brett Johnson. Fairclough, Martin Tostado, Kamden Gunderson, Tigerblast; Lauren Boultier scored Gymfinity Gymnastics Invitational Swim. October 30th at Poppy Ridge Golf Course, The Scorpions vs. Stealth; Scoprions Top Holcomb and Edgar Munoz created a bal- a goal to break a scoreless tie, The half ended The level 4, 5 and 6 teams from Gymfinity Results: William McGourty, Livermore, Livermore. Please contact Timme Taylor @ Offensive Players: Brent Gibson, Mark Molz, anced attack, while Austen Wallis, Wes with great defense by both teams. The second Gymnastics competed at the Meet By the Bay age 60, 34:54.1 placed 8th overall, 1st in his 925-550-0986 or email [email protected]. Quinn T. Scorpions Top Defensive Players: Hanna, Luis Morales and Justin Triantos kept half Lauren scored again and Hannah added held this past weekend at Gymtowne Gym- division; Joe Clark, Livermore, 45, 36:05.4, Funds will benefit the Granada Lady Matador Matthew Maganini, Joonsung Park, Nick. the defense solid. Goalkeepers Nicholas another goal to make the score 3-0 to end the nastics in San Bruno. The level 6 team 17th overall, 3rd in division; Cliff Sprague, Basketball team. Fireballs vs. Fighters. Fireballs Top Offen- Ludwig and Leo Gonzalez teamed up for the game. brought home first place in their team Livermore, 53, 36:09.0, 18th overall, 5th in sive Players: Tommy Kramer, John Zaine; shut out. Girls Under-11 Panthers vs Funky competition, while the level 5 team placed division; Charles Wise, Livermore, 43, Fireballs Top Defensive Players: Stephen Boys Under-14 Lightening 5, Titans 0: Monkeys- Sierra Freeland, Hayley Bell, third. Valentina Barbalinardo and Sophie 46:39.0, 75th overall, 12th in division; Lacrosse Festival Dean, Brady Bosuego, Top players Lightening: Cristian Buendia, Jordan Gewing-Mullins, Tatiana Hernandez, Sidewinders vs. Strikers. Sidewinders Kate Wise, Katie Falgout, Panthers; Emily Libkind led they level 6 team. Barbalinardo Aimee Aichison, Pleasanton, 38, 47:37.6, The Livermore Phantom Lacrosse Club Kristopher Burk, Bryan Frank, Brandon placed first on bars and in the all-around in 40th overall, 8th in division. Top Offensive Players: Mason Bartolo, Johnson; Titans: Kyle Sheppold, Devin Richards, Kimmie Faulkner, Hana Owens, is holding a Beginner Clinic and Festival on Paarsa Heidari, Weldon Yang; Sidewinders Macy Williams, Carli Henderson, Anya the younger age group. Libkind brought Saturday, October 7 from 2 to 5 p.m.. Sticks Sheppold. home firsts on vault and bars on her way to Top Defensive Players: Ben Thompson, Lightening 9, Hot Shots 2: Top players Massoud, Funky Monkeys; Bowling News are required, but may be purchased. Advance Matthew Johnson, Dyllan Hazen. Strikers Hot Shots: Ryan Cox, Jon Blea, Mario Girls Under-10 SnapDragons 0, Bull- winning the all-around in the senior age registration is recommended. For more infor- Top Offensive Players: Tanner Dantzig, Riley Putnam, Zach Swinford; Lightening: Henry dogs 3- Olivia Garcia, Jenna Remund, Katie group. Morgan Allen won the floor title in Greg Kwasniak rolled three identical 258 mation, go to www.phantomlacrosse.com. Shields, Colin Coffing; Strikers Top Defen- Jones, Johnathon Lunn, Shyam Patel, Stan Reddick, Isabel Gonzalez-Velarde, Shelby the middle age group. In level 5 competition, games for a 774 Series in the Kings and sive Players: Kushaan Bahl, Daniel Jorgenson, Steeper. Rocereto, Mackenzie Moore, SnapDragons; Rebecca Meister won the vault title in the Queens League then returned to bowl in the Luka Morgan. Boys Under-12 West Coast Fury 4, Hannah Bumbach, Juliana Herbeck, Michelle younger age group, while Angelica Leporati Classic where he rolled a 720 Series that Foothill Golf The Striker’s game started off well with Fuego 3- Zach Harlan, Dakota Scribner, Matt Huwitt, Madison Richards, Emily Wilson, brought home the vault title in the middle included a 269 plus another 258 game. In the Foothill High School will host the first a great tackle from Riley Shields and superb Hergert, Adam Harlan, Eddie Rusniak, Katie Valus, Bulldogs; age group. Re-Max Cheyenne Men’s League, James passing from Tanner Dantzig and Brandon Angels 1, Xtreme Team 1- Jesse annual Golf Classic on Saturday, October Braden Sweeney, West Coast Fury; Gosue LEVEL 4, CHILD: VAULT - Alyson Murphy had a 267 and a 259 on his way to 7th. Registration is $125 per person. Spaces Kinsey, who scored a goal within five min- Medina, Jose Gonzales, Anthony Garcia, Jaureguito (1), Kelsey Santin, Michaela Storz, Gilkerson, 8.3. BARS - Gilkerson, 7.55. a 748 Series while Modified Guys and Dolls utes of play. As the game progressed Luka Sydney Zambonin, Gianna Donoghy, are limited. Sponsorships are available. Matthew Cable, Kevin Sweeney, German BEAM - Gilkerson, 6.05. FLOOR - Gilkerson, bowler Mark McCreary turned in games of Contact Jaylene Groeniger at Morgan and Daniel Jorgenson made a solid Zarate, Fuego; Hannah Maravelias, Angels; Lauren Miller defense block, with some nice tackles, man- (1), Keeley Harvey, Danielle Dufek, Jocelyn 6th, 8.5. ALL-AROUND - Gilkerson, 30.4. 269-266-205 for a 740 series. [email protected] or 925 426-5680, or Falcons 0, West Coast Fury 2- Bobby JUNIOR: VAULT - Julia Garrison, 4th, 8.9; Other top scores were recorded by Lloyd aging to pass the ball forward to the offense. Griffin, Zach Cantril, Saul Ruelas, Stephan Hart, Taylor Lewis, Hayley Warren, Xtreme Chris Faubion at 925 462-9161 or Tanner Dantzig, Kian Gibson and Colin Team; Xtreme Team came out guns ablazing Mariel Chiong, 8.55. BARS - Garrison, 8.1; Smith 245-222-233 - 700 series; Chris Wil- [email protected], for more Psarris, Ben Coverg. Ivan Otero, Falcons; Chiong, 8.05. BEAM - Garrison, 4th, 7.825; liams 279 gm 675 series and Maria Lockridge Coffing continued to make a great team, Zachary DiGiallonardo, Danny Emerson, for this fast-paced duel. They led 1 -0 at the information on registration and sponsorship tackling and passing the ball forward attempt- Kyle Trask, Tyler Melgosa, Justin Tan, half. The Angels spread their wings in the Chiong, 6th, 7.4. FLOOR - Chiong, 7th, used a 260 game to complete her 622 series. opportunities. ing to score at every opportunity. Kushaan Krishen Bhakta, West Coast Fury; second period to tie it up. Great defensive 8.925; Garrison, 8.4. ALL-AROUND - The Primetime Seniors saw Fritz Rittman Bahl and Colin Coffing both did a fabulous Blackhawks 0, Thunder 1- Jerrod Rob- effort on both sides. Garrison, 6th, 33.225; Chiong, 8th, 32.925. roll a 268 game to complete a 635 series and job in goal, saving the few attempts by being erts, Joseph Hawkins, Justin Meyer, Franklin Dynamites 0, Fireballs 7- Annika SENIOR: VAULT - Chelsea Werner, 7.55. Harry Thompson improved his 165 average constantly on the alert. Kerstetter, Roman Gerhard, Tyler Persson, Landreth, Sarah Swanson, Miranda Lima, BARS - Werner, 7.525. BEAM - Werner, when he rolled a 231 game. Under-8: The Marlins vs.Musketeers; Blackhawks; Jeffrey Beaulieu, Sam Brinker, Megan Fairbanks, Brianna Lima, Genie Rose, 4.75. FLOOR - Werner, 7.4. ALL- In the Generation Gap League youth Marlins Top Offensive Players: Nick Carreon, Jesse Farrens, Klayton Brauer,Gaston Oviedo, Dynamites; Jamie Dittmore, Lindsey AROUND - Werner, 27.225. bowler Erik Biczkow rolled a 267 and a 229 Jordan Reed, Ethan Boone; Musketeers Top Robert Pocella, Thunder; Game was tied 55 Harmon, Lainey Hibbard, Julia Lee, Riley LEVEL 5, YOUNGER: VAULT - on his way to a 681 Series, while Michael Offensive Players: Ben Lombardi, Joey Minutes in to the game until Thunder scored Greenough, Sariah Baker, Fireballs; Rebecca Meister, 1st, 8.6; Isla Andrews, 4th, Bumanlag had a 224 and a 214 on his way Vasquez, Trevor Bergman; Musketeers Top to win by 1 Goal. Tomcats 1, Hurricanes 0- Molly Farro, 7.8; Ashley Person, 7.5; Victoria Enos, to a 628 set. Defensive Players: Matt Burns, Chase Godi, Thunder 6, Dragons 0- Roman Rivera- Shruthi Sukir, Taylor Ditzel, Maya Barnum, Peter Freitas. Mustangs vs. Meteors; Mus- Kelsie Graham, Alyse Pereira, Tomcats; 6.925. BARS - Meister, 4th, 7.65; Enos, Marquez, Rio Orozco, Dario Caliz,Christian 5th, 7.5; Person, 7.4; Andrews, 6.75. tang Top Offensive Players: Bobby Fjerstad, Hulbert, William Stewart, Ben Davidson, Skye Stewart, Adilene Ruiz, Gissel Manzano, Sam Cukar, Yanni Karkalemis; Mustang’s Madison Gerton, Marely Aumua, Liliana BEAM - Enos, 7.75; Meister, 7.475; Person, Little League Registration Thunder; Colby Stoneham, Nicholas 7.15; Andrews, 6.6. FLOOR - Enos, 8.3; Top Defensive Players: Joshua Ott, Brendan Pletschette, Nico Pinelli, Staven Hahn, Trevor Montes, Hurricanes; Cool Livermore Little Leagues 2007 Season Englert, Garret Newman Mavericks vs. Bradley, Grant Salk, Dragons; Cleat Kickers 3, Snapdragons 0- Michele Meister, 7.925; Person, 7.875; Andrews, Baseball Registration Saturday, October 21 Maruaders: Mavricks Top Offensive Players: Dragons 0, Wolves 8-Colby Stonehan, Saunders (2), Shoshana Cohen (1), Samantha 7.75. ALL-AROUND - Meister, 6th, 31.65; and Saturday November 4, from 9 am to 2 pm Koedy Baxter, Nicholas Barnett; Mavericks Nicholas Plestchette, Marcos Casillas, Loren Rundle, Taylor Hansen; Taylor Enderlein; Enos, 30.475; Person, 29.925; Andrews, Granada High School Student Union. Top Defensive Players: Marcus Toombs. Badillo, Grant Salk, Matthew Ewing, Drag- Kayla Lindsay, Cool Cleat Kickers; Jenna 28.9. MIDDLE: VAULT - Angelica Leporati, Players must be 5 - 18 years old on or Marauders Top Offensive Players: Jacob ons; Collin Shetron, James Wilker, Jared Remund; Shelby Rocereto, Kirin Bora, Rylie 1st, 8.8; Amy Morrison, 2nd, 8.25; Kaitlin before April 30, 2007. New players must Lum, Bradley Green, Kaushal Kumbagoidana. Dec, Alex Hartley, Chandler Shetron, Chris Fields; Ilyssa Shields, Amanda Starsiak, Hausmann, 4th, 8.0; Celina Moufarrej, 6th, bring original birth certificate and proof of Marauders Top Defensive Players: Jack Miller, Hill, Wolves; Both teams played hard and Snapdragons; 7.9. BARS - Leporati, 4th, 8.05; Morrison, residency. For more information visit: Granada Chris Balas, Owen Markley. Mongooses vs. showed good sportsmanship. Lots of action Girls Under-8 Dragonflies vs Soccer 7.6; Hausmann, 7.35; Moufarrej, 7.3. BEAM www.eteamz.com/granadall, American Mercury. Top Mongoose Offensive Players: and great teamwork. Cats- McKenna Buti, Jessica Perez, Lauren - Leporati, 3rd, 8.5; Hausmann, 7.85; Guillaume Fracchia, Jarod Moyers, Jake Stuart, August Yocher, Kiley Yocher, Alina www.eteamz.com/LALL, or National Boys Under-10 American Eagles 3, Morrison, 7.725; Moufarrej, 7.65. FLOOR www.llnl.us. Perlman; The Mongoose’s Top Defensive Blazers 2- Ryan Shepodd, Hayden Goldstein, Coronado, Dragonflies; Kailey McFadden, Players: Colby Gilbert, Blake Tucker, Joe Lauren Sandy, Alejandra Duenas, Tessa - Morrison, 6th, 8.675; Leporati, 8.375; Joel Iniguez, Sebastian Lopez, Christopher Moufarrej, 8.65; Hausmann, 8.025. ALL- Geasa. Cobras vs. Cheetahs; Cobras Top Moussa, Jake Mitchell, American Eagles; Nafzinger, Shannon Blockley, Hannah Offensive Players: Robbie Brumm, Jonathan Larsen, Soccer Cats; AROUND - Leporati, 2nd, 33.725; Morrison, Lacrosse Registration Kameron Johnson, Vincent Rizzo, Eduardo 4th, 32.25; Moufarrej, 31.5; Hausmann, Battaglia, Fabio Salvioni; Cobras Top De- Morales, Peter Lalor, Matthew Wells, Eric Girls Under-7 Pandas vs Fireballs- The Pleasanton Lacrosse Club Spring fensive Players: Jimmy Kim, Faiz Haque, Hammons, Blazers; Kirsten Sorenson, Lexi Carzoli, Taylor 31.225. LEVEL 6, YOUNGER: VAULT - 2007 season registration is now open. Pro- Stan Luo. Colts vs.e Cardinals; Colts Top Boys Under-9 Sharks 4, Lightning 4- Sullivan, Cosette Bartholomew, Riley Valentina Barbalinardo, 2nd, 9.0; Haley grams are available for girls and boys entering Offensive Players: Nathan Caluya, Quentin Dominic Mingione,Harrison Goold,Brandon Shepard, Lauren Schultz-Godfrey, Pandas; Brott, 3rd, 8.8; Moira Andrews, 4th, 8.75; grades 3 thru 8. Conboy-Monroe, Gregory Arnold; Colts Brocklesby, John Estrada, Noah Marcel, Olivia Volponi, Emily Harrison, Hunter Gabriella Schulz, 8.525. BARS - The season runs from February thru mid Top Defensive Players: Paul Meyere, Ross Wohlgemuth, Sharks; Luis Ceja, Neu, Andrea Sommer, Amelia Sobrepena, Barbalinardo, 1st, 8.8; Brott, 5th, 7.3; Schulz, May. Players will practice 1-3 times per week Sebastian Gwozdz, Yash Chitgopekar. Archie Labine, Gideon Firl, Danial Brynes, Jenna Jorgenson, Fireballs; Cheetah Girls vs 6th, 7.05; Andrews, 6.7. BEAM - with scheduled games throughout the Bay The Mavericks played a tough Maruader Clayton Franklin, Garret Vest, Lightning; Green Lightning- Allyson Badger, Katie Barbalinardo, 3rd, 8.3; Schulz, 4th, 8.25; Area and Sacramento region on weekends. team on Saturday. The Mavericks were led Dynamite 0, Pirates 10- Brett Bernstein, Hinds, Madison Stewart, Tara Collier, Emma Brott, 5th, 8.125; Andrews, 7.4. FLOOR - Full equipment required for all players. by Koedy Baxter and Nicholas Barnett, each Sean Dreger, Sal Opipari, Cameron Nagy, Zika, Tessa Mullins, Cheetah Girls; Lauren Barbalinardo, 3rd, 9.2; Schulz, 5th, 8.825; scoring goals. Marcus Toombs repeatedly Souza, Lauren Fountaine, Kylie Martinez, Registration fee is $170 for boys grades 3&4, Omar Naisan, Graham Yeremian, Dynamite; Brott, 6th, 8.675; Andrews, 8.0. ALL- $215 for boys grades 5-8, $150 for girls denied Marauder goal attempt. Jacob Lum, Max Pruett, Thomas Triantos, Max Katelyn Johnson, Emily Ilharreguy, Sophia on a break away; Bradley Green, with a great Pearson, Green Lightning; Shooting Stars vs AROUND - Barbalinardo, 1st, 35.3; Brott, grades 3&4 and $185 for girls grades 5-8. Wigginton, Christopher Lassen, Eric Lopez, 4th, 32.9; Schulz, 5th; 32.65; Andrews, 9th; Register early as spots are limited and addi- shot; and Kaushal Kumbagoidana, with a Devon Shortridge, Pirates; Cute Cats- Melinda Miller, Shelynn Holsen, center pass from Jacob, each scored a goal for Meghan Giamona, Brianna Clatt, Erin Bell, 30.85. MIDDLE: VAULT - Morgan Allen tional fees for late registration will apply. Aces Wild 3, Blazers 1- Chance Owen, 3rd, 8.75; Lyndsay Albiani, 6th, 8.45. the Marauders. Bradley Green, Jack Miller, Jacob Parsons, James Yarnell, Aces Wild; Rachel Jensen, Shooting Stars; Jasmine To register and/or obtain more informa- Chris Balas, and Owen Markley each played Jared Faith, Kyle Tupper, Joseph Villegas, Currie, Hanna Schormann, Sophia Michaels, BARS - Albiani, 2nd, 7.925; Allen, 5th, 7.6. tion about game and practice dates and times a quarter in goal providing excellent play. Blazers; Ki Ja Ourdoune, Claire Forgey-Jahn, Katie BEAM - Allen, 4th, 7.9; Albiani, 5th, 7.65. see www.pleasantonlacrosse.com or call Under-9: Thunder 0, Tigers 1; Top Twisters 2. Stampede 1- Gavin Clements, Carmichael, Cute Cats; Goal Getters vs FLOOR - Allen, 1st, 9.25; Albiani, 3rd, Byron Hay at 925 998-5550. Thunder Offensive Players: Brady Smith, Zabrisky Roland, Hayden Olsen, Nick Crazy Bears- Chloe Brickwedel, Kaylee Brist, 8.875. ALL-AROUND - Allen, 3rd, 33.5; Kevin Gubner; Thunder Top Defensive Play- Sobrepena, Tim Gibson, Josh Frazier, Twist- Olivia Curtis, Amanda Czapkay, Ashley Albiani, 5th, 32.9. OLDER: VAULT - ers: Richie Sahoo, Austin Kim, JJ Garcia. ers; Jeff Baron, Chase Billings, Zach Dunn, Geary, Madelyn Krueger, Goal Getters; Jes- Sophie Libkind, 1st, 9.275; Allison Hyatt, Livermore Lacrosse Dophins 10, Dons 2; Dolphins Top Offen- Keilan Field, Justin Ahn, Ryan Bishop, sica Bonfiglio, Kendall Korhummel, Sierra 5th, 8.45. BARS - Libkind, 1st, 8.225; sive Players: Geoffrey Wiederecht, Damian Rose, Alyssa Bonfiglio, Ellie Deuell, Sydney Spring registration has opened for Liver- Stampede; Slammers vs Rockets- John Hyatt, 5th, 7.65. BEAM - Libkind, 2nd, more Phantom Lacrosse. Boys and Girls, Johnson, Neel Kale; Dolphins Top Defensive Reggiardo, Aaron Kawahara, Jacob Dayton, Pournaras, Crazy Bears; 8.55; Hyatt, 3rd; 8.4. FLOOR - Hyatt, 2nd, Players: Patrick Murphy, Ryan Yoshikami, Girls Under- 6 Soccer Angels vs Lovely grades 3 through 8 are welcome. For informa- Slammers; Gabriel Martinez, Kush Patel, 9.125; Libkind, 4th, 8.9. ALL-AROUND tion, go to www.phantomlacrosse.com. Michael Horton. Daredevils 8, Dynamos 0; Eric Stamm, Rockets; Ladybugs- Emily Turner, Lindsay Harnish, - Libkind, 1st, 34.95; Hyatt, 4th, 33.625. Daredevils Top Offensive Players: Nick Boys Under- 8 Titans vs Red Knights- Abby Harnish, Erin Gribi, Mya Waechtler, Tucker, Dario Loriato, Adit Shretsha; Dare- Sam Grossano, DeAndre’ Hawkins, DeVonte’ Soccer Angels; MacKenna Lippmann, Madi- devils Top Defensive Players: Kyle Genoni, Hawkins, Nicholas Ehrhorn, Nathan Fish, son Wright, Carly Schindler, Josephine Bretz, Hats Off America Brandon Fraga, Cole Morrell. Dynamos Top Abby Theler, Lovely Ladybugs; Blazing California Gymnastics A Hats Off America Red T-Shirt 10K Patrick Schwartz, Titans; Tanner Souza, Jack California Gymnastics Academy com- Offensive Players: Jackson Freese, Jarrett Walker, Caleb Nale, Kevin Ginn, Austin Stars vs Strawberry Shortkicks- Rachel Myers, Run/5K Walk will be held beginning at 10 Indalecio; Dynamos Top Defensive Players: Brester, Dominic Hill, Red Knights; Sting Emily March, Kylie Karter,Victoria Ramirez, peted in the Fall Fest Meet hosted by Black a.m. on Saturday, November 11 at the Michael Jurich. Thrashers Top Offensive Rays vs Thunder- Kauan Bagatelos, Noah Amanda Craft, Bridget Bowe, Blazing Stars; Diamond Gymnastics in Brentwood over the Sycamore Valley Park, 2101 Holbrook Drive, Players: Jean Kim, Andrew Bonilla, Bryce Greene, Mark Foreman, Jack Bouscher, Haylee Kramer, Mary Griffen, Alyssa Silva, weekend. The Level 5 team came home with Rogers; Thrashers Top Defensive Players: Andrew Preece, Peter Vance, StingRays; Courtney Hayes, Miranda Heckman, Lauren the third place trophy. Alexander Simion, Viral Shukla, Joseph Kyle Wright, Joshua Zielinski, Lucas Zielinski, Strawberry Shortkicks; RESULTS (by event): Desmond Dragons 2 Dawgs 4; Dragons Top Coppock, Spencer Kramm, Joey Sullivan, Girls Under- 5 Goal Getters vs Soccer LEVEL 4 Age Group: Younger VAULT Offensive Players: Shaun Kienhofer, Innes Jakob Veilleux, Thunder; Ghostbusters vs Chickies- Jessica Gresho, Sabrina Pertica, - Kelly Hebert - 1st (9.45); Riley Kuderca - McEntee, Raj Chekuri; Dragons Top Defen- Terminators- Connor McCormack, Ethan Rachelle Stone, Claire Wiedenfeld, Goal 5th (9.05); Kirstin Hewitt (8.6) BARS - sive Players: CJ Cassidy, Timmy Wu, Tyler Aboumrad, Kevin Emerson, Noah Kluball, Getters; Catherine Linney, Katherine Frost, Riley Kuderca - 8th (7.875); Kelly Hebert - Wineger. Kyle Wohlegemuth, Troy Forward, Jessica Zogaric, Isabella Mayo, Soccer 9th (7.85); Kirstin Hewitt (7.225) BEAM - The Dolphins were off to a fast start with Ghostbusters; Shane Ward, Kyle Chickies; Superstars vs Kittens- McKenna Kelly Hebert - 5th (8.375); Riley Kuderca - 3 goals in the first period. A nice cross by McKlanahan, William Chacon, Shane Diaz, Claire March, Sara Sommers, Jane 8th (8.0); Kirstin Hewitt (7.55) FLOOR - Josh Halperin to Amit Nagdev started off the McDonald, Harrison Dunn, Brandon Abele, Gracie Dupuis, Jessica Keaney, Su- Kelly Hebert - 3rd (8.875); Riley Kuderca - Dolphins. Neel Kale and Damian Johnson Montoya, Terminators; Dragons vs Chee- perstars; Jaida Carr, Emma Hyde, Gabriella 6th (8.8); Kirstin Hewitt (8.125) ALL followed up with one goal each. The Dons tahs- Joel Gauch, Anthony Garcia, Ryan Paneda, Alexa Schasker, Erin Thompson, AROUND - Kelly Hebert - 3rd (34.55); Riley came back with 2 goals to end the first half. Myers, Marco Ramirez-Buckles, Joey Skylar Vinson, Kittens; Pink Panthers vs Kuderca - 7th (33.725); Kirstin Hewitt Second half play started with a well placed Lestochi, Brian Zarate(2), Dragons; Nathan Lil’ Kickers- Jillian Devine, Laura Marshall, (31.05); Age Group: Middle VAULT - Loren power shot by Geoffrey Wiederecht. Damian Coates, Stevie Mohler, Leo Ramirez, Alexsei Eliana Eme, Danielle Groth, Katherine Terry, Couture - 6th (8.65) BARS - Loren Couture Johnson, Neel Kale, and Georffrey Wiederecht Miles, Will Mohler, Nathan Taborocci, Justynne Thomas, Pink Panthers; Mia - 9th (8.2) BEAM - Loren Couture (8.7); Age added 5 more goals by the end of the game. Cheetahs; Great White Sharks vs Blue Flames- Mendoza, Bella Schenone, Lauren Phillips, Group: Older VAULT - Peri Ouyang - 5th Great defensive play by Michael Horton, Josh Quinn Smalling, Nicholas Swanger, Cameron Hannah Kavanaugh, Shelby Williams, Payton (8.925) ; Kate Scheibner - 7th (8.85) BARS Halperin, and Ryan Yoshikami. Patrick Priest, Bobby Payne Joshua Ruddolf, Leif Young, Lil’Kickers; - Kate Scheibner - 4th (8.8);Peri Ouyang Murphy had some great saves in goal. A fun Greene, Great White Sharks; Aaron Eppstein, (8.25) BEAM - Peri Ouyang - 4th (8.95); Kate and fast-paced game was played by the Bailey Kemp, Nathan Whinnery, Shaun PAGE 10 - The Independent, OCTOBER 5, 2006 Groovin' in the Vines Benefits Living Proof Prevention BULLETIN BOARD Living Proof Prevention cates, wine tours including a pri- Vines include Georgi and the (LPP) will hold a breast cancer vate tasting for 10 at Westover Rough Week, with special guest Organizations wishing to run notices in Anyone planning to go on a ride is asked to with music of his travels through Europe. benefit concert in recognition of Winery, dinners, salon and spa Keith Brown, Top Secret, and Bulletin Board, send information to PO Box call the leader for details on where to meet and Adults are invited to this free program. For 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care of what to bring. information, call 373-5500. Breast Cancer Awareness Month packages, Google products, Steve Powell, aka The Singing Bulletin Board. Include name of organiza- East Bay Essential Tremor Support Organizing Your Office: Home, Work and will celebrate survivors on signed footballs by 49ers Keena Wine Maker. Georgi Longboya, tion, meeting date, time, place and theme or Group, special guest speaker for Oct. 21 and Small Business, class Saturday, Octo- Oct. 21 at Tesla Vintners, 5143 Turner and Ronnie Lott, Broad- lead singer of Georgi and the subject. Phone number and contact person meeting. Dr. Jerry Judd Prude, Jr., newly ber 14, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Las Positas Com- should also be included. appointed medical director of Solstice Neu- munity College 3303 Collier Canyon Rd Tesla Rd. in Livermore, from 1 way Show tickets, Oakland A’s Rough Week, is a breast cancer Twin Valley Mothers of Twins Club, roscience. He will discuss the newest prod- Livermore, 424-1467. College Class fee $79 p.m. to 5 p.m. tickets, artwork, and jewelry. survivor. semi-annual used and some new clothing, uct, Myobloc and its uses in the treatment of (plus class text $25.00). http:// The event, called Groovin’ in Breast cancer survivors will Tickets in advance are $20 for toys, furniture and accessory sale on Sat., movement disorders such as Essential Tremor www.laspositascollege.edu/communityed. Oct. 7 at The Barn, 3131 Pacific Avenue, and Dystonia. Public is welcome. Seating is Learn dozens of proven tips in an extensive the Vines, is a benefit for LPP to be invited to mingle, share their adults and $8 for children 12 and Livermore. Doors open at 9 a.m. and close at limited. Oct. 21, San Ramon Regional demonstration of office organizing tech- help promote awareness and pre- stories and pose for a group pic- under. Tickets at the door will 3 p.m. Entry fee $1. If you know someone in Hospital, 6001 Norris Canyon Rd., San niques and tools; from in-box to archiving for vention of breast cancer. It will ture with their fellow survivors. cost $25 for adults and $10 for need that the club can help, contact Carole at Ramon. Preregistration advised at 487-5706 paper and computer. 736-4641. or [email protected]. Seniors out Sightseeing: Take a day trip feature live music, wine tasting, Each survivor will receive a pink children. Ticket information is Harvest Home Tour, Pleasanton, pre- Power for Change, Wardrobe for Oppor- to enjoy the Greater Bay Area. Schedule: food, a raffle, a silent auction, and memento and receive a copy of available by calling 1-888-408- sented by Assistance League® of Amador tunity Fashion Event Thurs., Oct. 26, 6 to Steven Kent Winery & Callippe Preserve a special tribute to survivors. the group photo as a token in 4384. Valley, Oct. 14, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Rotunda Bldg., 300 Frank Ogawa Golf Course (includes lunch), Wells Fargo Featuring five unique homes in Pleasanton. Plaza, Oakland. Keynote speaker is George History Museum, 10/12/06 from 10:30am- Alameda County Supervisor celebration of their hope, cour- Additional information re- Benefits Operation School Bell®, providing Zimmer, CEO, the Men’s Wearhouse; fash- 4:30pm, residents $10, non-residents $12 Scott Haggerty will be attending. age, and strength in beating the garding the event and LPP’s mis- new clothing, shoes, socks and backpacks to ion show, hors d’oeuvres, wine tasting, silent Sweet Tomatoes and South Pacific, 11/3/ Some of the raffle and silent disease. sion can be found at children in need in our communities. Tour auction. Tickets $40 in advance, $50 at the 2006 from 5:30pm-11:30pm, residents $32, begins at the Rose Hotel, 807 Main Street, door. Purchase tickets on-line at non-residents $35 Holiday Lights - A tour of auction items include luxury Performers at Groovin in the www.livingproofprevention.com. Pleasanton 94566, tickets are $30 in advance 222.wardrobe.org or call 510-463-4100 ext. Pleasanton, 12/14/2006 from 6:30pm- hotel stays, restaurant gift certifi- and $35 at the door. Tickets can be purchased 0. 9:30pm, residents $6.00, non-residents $7.00 by calling 925-828-3272 or 925-461-6401, Amador Valley Lions Club, meets 1st Please stop by or call the Pleasanton Senior or email at [email protected] . and 3rd Thursdays of each month at noon at Center for details 931-5365. Pleasanton Lions Holding Benefit 'Big Money Give Away' More information is available on the web at the Round Table Pizza, 530 Main St., Free public tours of Ravenswood His- www.AmadorValley.AssistanceLeague.org. Pleasanton. For information, call Tom toric Site are offered on the second and fourth Top prize to be given away fourth prize $300 cash. A total of Projects. Fall boutique, Tri-Valley Unity Church Pendery, 846-4749. Sundays of each month, except December. during the Pleasanton Amador $9400 in cash will be given away With each $100 contribution, is sponsoring a fall boutique on Sat., Oct. 14, Support group for caregivers of aging Tours are conducted by docents dressed in Valley Lions Club benefit is during the event. However, the ticket will receive a barbecue from 9:00 to 3:00 p.m. For sale will be relatives, A free support group/ class is being 1890’s costumes and include the two 19th beautiful handmade items and great holiday offered to meet the needs of members of the century houses and the grounds. Also open $5,000 in cash. club reserves the right to reduce steak dinner (chicken available), gifts. 767 North P St., Livermore. Call Mary “sandwich generation,” who are caring for to the public are a gift shop featuring unique The Big Money Give Away the number of prizes if not all of including dessert and a 2-hour or Bob for more details, 455-5017. infirm parents, grandparents, and other Victorian gift items and the Ravenswood Benefit will be held Sat., Oct. 14 the available 250 tickets are sold. free bar. Annual Fall Festival & Carnival, family members. The students will receive Progress League’s Tankhouse Tearoom. Hours Arroyo Seco Elementary on Saturday, Octo- information and learn about helpful resources are noon to 4:00 p.m. (last tour starts at at the Pleasanton Senior Center, There will be a silent auction For tickets, contact Chairman ber 7th, 12pm - 4pm, 5280 Irene Way, as well as get emotional support from each approximately 3:15.) Ravenswood is oper- 5353 Sunol Blvd., Pleasanton. plus other raffles. Funds raised Tom Fields at 689-1881 or Co- Livermore Hosted by the Arroyo Seco PTA other. The class is being held in Room 801, ated by the Livermore Area Recreation and Second prize will be $1000 will benefit the Lions Sight Con- chairman Sandra Prost at 846- to provide a fun-filled, community event for Pleasanton Middle School, 5001 Case Av- Park District and is located at 2647 Arroyo the family. Free entrance (game tickets enue, Pleasanton, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Road, Livermore. The next tours are October cash, third prize $600 cash, and servation and Community 8116. available for 25¢ each). Come join us for an on every other Tuesday evenings, October 10, 8 and 22. Call (925) 443-0238 for tour afternoon of games, entertainment, and food October 24, November 7, November 28, and information, or visit the LARPD website at including smoothies from Juice Zone (15% December 12. Students are invited to join at www.larpd.dst.ca.us. OBITUARIES donation to ASPTA) and the Livermore any time. Ruth Gasten, class facilitator, is RELIGION Police K-9 unit. an experienced adult educator, who cared for Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. Vasco Carol Ann Siedschlag band, Mark and children, Jessica grandchildren, her family and Fall boutique, Tri-Valley Unity Church her mother until her death at age 94. To Rd., Livermore. Sunday services at 10:30 Carol Ann Siedschlag died (20) and James (17). friends. She played piano and is sponsoring a fall boutique on Sat., Oct. 14, register call Amador Valley Adult School at a.m. Topic for Oct. 8 is “SRP seeks BC,” from 9:00 to 3:00 p.m. For sale will be (925) 426-4280 or visit them at intern minister, Sonya Sukalski will lead. September 25, 2006 in Pleasan- A celebration of life ceremony enjoyed many different types of beautiful handmade items and great holiday www.pleasanton.k12.ca.us/adulted. Information 447-8747. ton after a one month battle with was held Oct. 2 at Valley Com- music. gifts. 767 North P St., Livermore. Call Mary Iraq For Sale, a new film, will be shown First Church of Christ, Scientist, Liv- cancer.. She was 61. munity Church in Pleasanton. Tarry is survived by her sister, or Bob for more details, 455-5017. on Saturday, October 14th, at the IBEW Hall, ermore, has services at 10 a.m. every Sunday Vendors sought, The Livermore Lion’s 6250 Village Parkway, Dublin at 7:30 PM. and at 7:30 p.m. on the second Sunday of each The native of New Jersey had Arrangements by Graham- Laurie Morris Silva of MI, former annual Christmas boutique to be held Nov. Meet and greet starts at 7 PM. Event is open month. Sunday School for students (ages 3- lived in Pleasanton for 25 years. Hitch Mortuary. husband Dale Walker of Sunol, 4 in Livermore is looking for vendors to to the public, $2.00 optional donation, 20) is held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The She graduated from Paramus son, Doug Walker and wife Terry participate. The event features handmade snacks and beverages provided, and is wheel- church and reading room are located at third gifts from local artists. Information, call Joan chair accessible. For more information, call and N Streets. The Reading Room, which is High School in Paramus, NJ and Charles Cass of Livermore, a daughter, Kelly Beason at 373-1131. 925-462-3459 or go to www.iraqforsale.com. open to the public, features books, CDs and was a homemaker for 38 years. Charles “Charlie” Cass died Sandlin and partner Paige Mini Fund-raiser for Sisters in Ser- Construction Financing Seminar, magazines for sale. For information, call Her hobbies included cooking September 27, 2006 at his home Mendicino of Sunol, grandchil- vice, Monday, October 16, 7-9 p.m. at Valley Building Your Dream Home. Educational (925) 447-2946. Christian Center, 7500 Inspiration Drive, evening hosted by Sandy Coler, Chris 2nd annual Autumn Quiet Day, A day and gardening. in Livermore. He was 62. dren Derek, Christopher and Dublin. Inventory your shoe closet -Then Mohammed & Stephen Seidler. There will be of reflection and peace centered around the She is survived by her hus- He was born Jan. 22, 1944 in Colin Walker of Livermore and pledge to donate 50 cents per pair toward SIS information on how to purchase a lot, build labyrinth The day will be spent first in band Paul Siedschlag of Pleas- Highland Park, Illinois. He was Summer Sandlin of Santa Cruz. projects supported by our Tri-Valley Chap- a new home or remodel an existing home. conversation and then in quiet, using both ter. Enjoy an evening of fondue, fun, and Seminar is complimentary. Oct. 18 from indoor and outdoor labyrinths, guided visu- anton, a son Andrew Siedschlag retired from the Lawrence Liver- Burial will be private. fellowship. Bring shoe specimens for a 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Robert Livermore alization, and other tools for creating peace of Fremont, sister Marilyn more National Laboratory where chance to win the Cinderella Award, Stella Community Center, 4444 East Ave, Liver- and clarity in a busy life. Saturday, October Simcox of San Jose, nieces Kelly he worked as a machinist for 30 Willie Henry Murphy Stiletto Award, Shabby Chic Award, Frou- more. RSVP at 925.449.1275. 14, 10 am to 3 pm. Led by Judy Hughes, Frou Award, Antique Award etc. Questions Laughter Yoga at Dublin Senior Cen- Marriage and Family Therapist and labyrinth Simcox and Kaycee Simcox, years. Many loved him. He was a Willie Henry Murphy died – call Gloria Gregory (925)998-3785. ter, ongoing Mondays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. $5 facilitator. Cost$10 for materials. Bring a bag both of San Jose and Terry great father and friend. He was September 25, 2006 in Liver- Livermore Area Blood Drive - Friday, drop-in okay. All ages welcome. Informa- lunch. Drinks will be provided. First Presby- Simcox of Gilroy. well known for his jokes and story more. He was 92. October 13, 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Robert tion, 390-4105. terian Church of Livermore, 2020 Fifth Street Livermore Community Center, 4444 East Computer training classes, free, Liver- (Corner of 4th and L Streets), Livermore. For Mass will was celebrated telling. Charlie was passionate The native of Tennessee had Avenue in the Gym. There is a severe shortage more Library, 1188 So. Livermore Ave. more information call Judy Hughes at 925- Thurs., Sept. 28 at St. Elizabeth about racing, a hobby that he had lived in Alameda County for 12 of blood in the Bay Area, and only 3% of the Introduction to the Internet, Sat., Oct. 7, 485-2524. Seton Catholic Church in Pleas- since childhood. He went from years. He was a past vice presi- eligible people give blood. Please help save 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.; searching the Communication Workshop - Turning a life by giving blood. The process takes 1- Internet, Sat., Oct. 14, 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 Conflict into Intimacy - A 2-evening work- anton. Burial was at St. Michael’s being a driver to working on and dent of the Northern California 1½ hours, and snacks and refreshments are p.m. Introduction to Word Processing, Sat., shop, Thursdays, Oct.19 & 26, 6:15 - 9:30 Cemetery in Livermore. mastering every aspect of the car. Square Dancers Association. His served after you donate. You must be 17 years Oct. 28, 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Classes are pm, $45 per single, $80.00 per couple. Donations may be made to His number 55 lives on. He was hobbies included needlework old, and have a form of identification with hands-on first come, first served. Information Refreshments provided. George Papageorge, you. To sign up, go to www.GiveLife.org, at 373-550 Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Glide Foundation, Attn: Devel- always willing to lend a hand to and reading. and use ASBURY as the sponsor code. For Preparing and Presenting the Busi- presents eleven skills to change the way you opment Office, 330 Ellis St., San anyone who enlisted his help. He is survived by a daughter- information contact Tom Petty at 447-1950, ness Plan, Attend TVC’s Center for Com- talk and listen, care for your self, and increase Francisco, CA. His home will always be remem- in-law, Francine Murphy of Do- menu #7 (leave a message) or e-mail mercialization & Entrepreneurial Training on empathy and satisfaction with each other. [email protected]. Wednesday, October 18th from 8:30 am - This workshop is for couples and individu- Arrangements by Graham- bered as “Charlie’s corner.” His ver, New Hampshire; and a grand- Keeping our Young People Safe on the 12:30 pm (registration/continental breakfast als. Held at CrossWinds Church, 6444 Sierra Hitch Mortuary. garage was much more. It was a daughter, Kathleen Carter of Internet, Parents with children who use the at 8 am). This session takes the entrepreneur Ct., Dublin. Contact: place for inventions, family, Reno, Nevada. He was preceded internet are invited to here Police Officer step by step through the process of develop- [email protected] or Claudia at Steve DeWarns’s presentation, Keeping our ing and writing a business plan directed 925-560-3826, or visit Philip Gray Crumpler, II laughter, friendship and a gath- in death by his son, Harry D. Young People Safe on the Internet, Thursday, toward achieving equity financing for his/her www.crosswindschurch.org/workshops to Philip Gray Crumpler, II ering place for all. Murphy, who died in 2004. Oct. 5, 7 to 9 p.m. in Borromeo Hall at St. innovation and company. Technology Ven- register. (Fluffy) died September 26, He is survived by his mother Private burial is planned at Charles Borromeo Catholic Community, tures Corporation (TVC) provides consult- WINGS is a weekly gathering of Chris- 1315 Lomitas Avenue, Livermore (near the ing and support services to technology start- tian women that encourages spiritual growth 2005 in Danville. He was 41. Alma Cass of Eau Claire, WI., Oakmont Memorial Park in corner of Holmes Street and Concannon ups. TVC’s training sessions are free to through inspiring speakers, small group He was born in San Mateo and children Erin Cass of Federal Lafayette. Blvd.) Officer DeWarns, founder of the attendees and will be held at the Carr America discussions, prayer, Scripture study, lived in Pleasanton. He gradu- Way, WA., Brian Cass of Liver- Arrangements by Graham- www.Internetchildsafety.net will give an on- Conference Center, 4400 Rosewood Drive, catechesis, life sharing and community. Meet- line demonstration and talk about: How child Pleasanton. Please register online at: http:/ ings on Thursdays, at the Catholic Commu- ated from Amador Valley High more, and Kathy Cass Martinez Hitch Mortuary. predators use the Internet to find and exploit /www.123signup.com/ nity of St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas School in 1984. Philip worked of Livermore, and many caring children, Cyberbullies and the damage they calendar?org=techventures. For more infor- Avenue, Livermore, from 9:15 AM to 11:15 as an operating engineer with friends. Raymond Comer Jr. cause, Myspace.com, And ways to protect mation, contact TVC at 925.960.1600 or tvc- AM. Theme is Spirituality. Childcare pro- your child from becoming a victim. [email protected]. vided for a nominal fee. Registration fee to Operating Engineers Local 3. He A memorial service was held Raymond Allen Comer Jr. Republican Women’s Dinner Meet- Read Project, seeking volunteer tutors join $25/year; includes materials. Contact belonged to the Werewolves Oct. 4 in Livermore. died October 1, 2006 in Liver- ing, Congressional Candidate George Bruno, to help motivated adults improve basic Mary Fair at 925-447-4549 or Clean and Sober Motorcycle Remembrances may be made more. He was 57. running against Congressman Pete Stark, reading and writing skills. A free tutor [email protected]. and Pleasanton City Council member Jerry training workshop at the Livermore Library Club. His hobby was motor- in Charlie’s honor to the Cardiac He graduated from Livermore Thorne, seeking re-election, will be the guest on Mon., Oct. 16, 7 to 9 p.m., and Sat., Oct. cycles. Rehabilitation and Wellness Pro- High School then served in the speakers at the Thursday, October 12 dinner 21, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please plan to attend both He is survived by his parents gram at San Ramon Regional U.S. Navy as an aircraft mechanic meeting of the Tri-Valley Republican Women sessions. To register for the training or for Federated at 6:30 p.m. at Garlic di Pasta more information, call 373-5507. The Read Phil Gray Crumpler, Sr. and Medical Center, 7777 Norris for four years. He moved to Ne- Restaurant, 3037 Hopyard Road, Hopyard Project is a service of the Livermore Library. Shirley Mae Crumpler of Pleas- Canyon Rd., San Ramon, CA vada to run cattle ranches with Village Shopping Center, Pleasanton. New Teen, Pre-teens & Family Square Dance anton, daughters Chelsea Ann 94583. his father about ten years before members and visitors are welcome. For Come join the Cactus Corners youth square reservations, contact Marilyn (925) 485- dance club for an evening of square dancing. and Rachael Mae, both of Pleas- Arrangements by Callaghan returning to Livermore to work 9869. Youth (aged 8 & up) and their families are anton, his fiance Tracy Tuel and Mortuary. with his dad in several success- Yellow Ribbons, funds are currently invited. No experience, partner or special her children, Colton Jack and ful businesses. He owned and being collected to replace the yellow ribbons clothing is necessary. Thursdays Oct 5, 12, on the tree at the corner of First St. and & 19, 7:30-9:00pm at Del Valle High School, Izabella Ann; his sisters, Andrea Tarry Lee Walker operated The Old Towne Saloon Livermore Ave. in Livermore. Donations can 2253 5th Street, Livermore. First night is (Barry) Tyler of Danville and Tarry Lee Walker, a home- in Livermore with his wife, Sandy be left at Richards Art Supply, 4502 Las free. More info. Ruth (408) 730-4684 Alicia Crumpler and her partner maker, mother and grandmother, McQuillan. He enjoyed ranch- Positas Rd., Livermore, or call Kristin (Op- [email protected]. eration: SAM) at 443-7841. Wage & Hour Laws, program Wed., Donna Bailey of Visalia, a niece died Sunday, September 24, ing, darts, fishing, boating, Sunol Regional Wilderness Hike, Oct. 11, for human resource professionals. and nephew Kaitlyn and Colton 2006. She was sixty-eight years shuffleboard, pool, water skiing, through East Bay Regional Park District, 7:30 to 9 a.m. Radisson Hotel, Dublin 6680 Tyler, both of Danville. old. football, track, roping, bull Flag Hill/Indian Joe Loop. ncluded is a Regional Street, Dublin. Hosted by the special mindful activity/meditation facili- Greater Tri Valley Chapter of NCHRA To Funeral services were held Tarry was born in Palo Alto, riding, welding, woodworking, tated by Sue and a group digital photo. The register, go to www.nchra.org, select chap- October 3 in Pleasanton. CA on Christmas Eve of 1937. In telling stories and gambling. He distance is about 4.5 miles with some healthy ters (on left) select Greater Tri Valley Chapter, A fund, Crumper II Memorial 1939, she was severely injured also had a recycling business, elevation gain. Sat., Oct. 21, 9 a.m. to 1:30p register online. $30 members, $50 non .m. Fee $21. Contact Sue at (925) 484-0239 members. Additional $10 for walk-ins. Break- Trust, has been established for in an automobile accident, which trucking and feed stores. or www.fitness-to-photos.com. fast, Networking until 8am, program from 8- Philip’s daughters at US Bank, killed her father. This accident He is survived by his compan- Amador Valley Quilt Guild meets 9am. 749 Main St., Pleasanton, CA left her with lifelong vision prob- ion of 20 years, Sandy Saturday, October 14, at 1:30 p.m. at the Preserving Your Medical Choices: Pleasanton Middle School, 5001 Case Av- Stating Your Health Care Wishes in 94566. In lieu of flowers, the fam- lems. McQuillan, daughter Heather enue, Pleasanton. Featured speaker will be Advance is the topic of an evening class held ily requests donations be sent in Her mother and stepfather Comer, stepdaughter Teresa En- Don “Mr. Quilt” Linn. During his presenta- at the Pleasanton Senior Center on two Phil’s honor. moved the family to San gland, and stepson Brent tion “Serendipity,” Don will talk about his consecutive Thursdays, October 5 and 12. continuing journey through the world of You may state your choices of preferred Arrangements by Graham- Lorenzo, CA after WWII. Along McQuillan, all of Livermore sis- quilting. His approach is ‘to be lighthearted medical treatment in advance. You may Hitch Mortuary. with her new baby sister, Laurie, ters, Patty Ramos of Washington, and not take himself too seriously.’ He will choose the person who will speak for you. the family was active in the San Annette Martinez of Livermore, share some of his quilts to demonstrate how Doctors will honor your choices. An Ad- his work has evolved over the years. Don has vance Health Care Directive is as important Jenny Lou Doehle Lorenzo Baptist Church. She met and Marnee Chua of Atwater, a been a professional machine quilter for over as a Will or Trust. Learn about choices for Jenny Lou Doehle died Sep- her future husband, Dale, at brother Keith Comer of Idaho and 10 years and has won numerous awards. On your future and ensure some certainty in your tember 28, 2006. She was 47. church when she was fifteen years two step-grandchildren. He as Sunday, Don will conduct a workshop en- medical world. An Advance Health Care titled “Circles and Curves.” The guild is a Directive will be provided. Learn when, how, She was a Pleasanton resident old. After Tarry graduated from preceded in death by his parents, nonprofit educational association for quilters and why it is used. Learn how to fill out this where she served as business and San Lorenzo High School, Tarry Raymond Comer Sr. and Susan of all skill levels. Anyone interested in form and what questions to ask your self special projects manager for the & Dale got engaged and were Meyer. quilting may attend. For further information while doing so. For more information call about the guild or upcoming speakers, please Jill Moore at (925) 931-5369. Class size is Pleasanton Chamber of Com- married in 1956. They lived in Funeral services will be held visit our website, http:// limited. Fee: $15.00 resident/$17.00 non- merce. She was a loyal member the Sacramento area and in San at 3 p.m. on Oct. 6 at Callaghan amadorvalleyquilters.org. res plus a $2.00 materials fee. of the community. Her strong, yet Lorenzo before settling in Liver- Mortuary, 3833 East Ave., Liver- Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring Armchair Travelers, Livermore Library, Club, Sat., Oct. 7, 2 rides two routes: 25 1188 So. Livermore Ave. Thurs., Oct. 12, quiet spirit deeply touched the more, CA. Tarry raised her son more. Burial will be at Memory miles through Dublin and Danville or 63 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. James Koponen will lives of those around her. In her and daughter in a home filled Gardens Cemetery in Livermore. miles continues on to Livermore and Pleas- present “European Highlights,” a side show church family, she consistently with family and music, often sing- Memorials may be made to anton, meet 10 a.m. at Dublin High School, Jim Duncan, 806-9467. Sun., Oct. 8, pro- amazed people with her deep ing lullabies together, in har- Kaiser hospice of Martinez or the gressive dinner by bicycle, meet at the home wisdom and care. A treasured mony, to their children. American Cancer Society. of Jennifer burton in Livermore, for details, wife and beloved mother, Jenny’s Tarry worked at a variety of call Bob and Bonnie Powers, 828-5299. passion and abiding love for her jobs. She and her husband owned family was only matched by her a restaurant for a time. She love for God. worked for McDonald’s and She is where she always Manning’s. She also worked for wanted to be. Intel in their early days. She She is survived by her hus- loved to spend time with her The Independent, OCTOBER 5, 2006 - PAGE 11 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

Ekphrasis, Poets Responding to Art. gene O’Neill Foundation and Na- Blvd. next to CompUSA and REI in Poets spending September writing tional Park Service present the 50th the Willows Shopping Center in Con- WINERIES responses to art on display at Big anniversary production of O’Neill’s cord. Tickets: (925) 798-1300; Elliston Vineyards, Murder Mystery White House and el Sol Winery, Pulitzer-prize winning play per- www.willowstheatre.org 6800 Greenville Rd., Livermore. formed by Pear Avenue Theatre of in the Mansion, Sat., Oct. 28, 7 p.m. Our Town, Pleasanton Playhouse Stu- Reservations are available at Ekphrasis Reception on Oct. 7, 1 to Mountain View. Performances in the dio Theatre, 1048 Serpentine Lane, 4:30 p.m. Exhibit closes Oct. 29. Old Barn at O’Neill’s Tao House www.mysteriesforhire.com/events. Suite 309, Pleasanton. Oct. 6, 7, 8 $125/person for a cocktail party Tasting room open noon to 4:30 p.m estate in Danville. 7:30 p.m. Oct. 6 This winner of the Pulitzer Prize, by .weekends. No admission charge. and 7; 2:30 p.m. Oct. 8. Tickets $30 guaranteed to die for including hors Thornton Wilder, is perennially one d’oeuvres, Elliston California cham- Late Harvest Artists, work by Al at the Regional Center for the Arts, of the most popular selections for Sinerco, lleanna Soto, and Candace 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. Tick- pagne, premium wine selections, as- high school productions, was re- sorted soft drinks, mineral waters, English, Livermore Library Gallery, ets include transportation to the site. vived in 2002 on Broadway starring Oct. 1 to 29. Reception Oct. 7, 2 to 943-7469, www.dlrca.org, sparkling apple cider and Murder! Paul Newman. Tickets 462-2121 or Entrance to the mansion will begin 5 p.m. includes performance by www.eugeneoneill.org. www.pleasantonplayhouse.com Faultline Brass, playing the premiere Prometheus Symphony, concert Oct. at 7 pm with festivities starting at Jazz at the Ridge, Poppy Ridge Golf 7:30pm. of a new tuba quartet by English. 8, 3 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Course, 4280 Greenville Road, Liv- Library at 1188 So. Livermore Ave., Church, 116 Montecito St., Oakland. ermore. Every Thursday 6:30 to 8:30 Livermore. Program: Le Coqd’ or Suite by p.m. Smooth jazz from Two Guys. Auditions, Once Upon a Mattress, Rimsky Korsakov and Symphony Information, 456-8215 or Challenge to Pleasanton Playhouse. Pleasanton #9 “New World:” by Antonin Dvorak. [email protected]. Playhouse Presents: Oct. 9 and 10 at Admission is free. Donation re- Barbeque and Blues on the patio, 7 p.m. 1048 Serpentine Lane, Suite quested. For information, go to Thursdays 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Oct. 5: Write a Poem for 303, Pleasanton. Please prepare 16 www.prometheussymphony.org. Kenny Blue Ray. No Cover. BBQ bars upbeat Broadway or contempo- Don Lewis and Young Expressions, menu. Full Bar. Pleasanton Hotel, The Iraqi People rary. Bring sheet music in your key. showcasing award-winning artists 855 Main St. Pleasanton; 925-846- Pleasanton Poet Laureate Be prepared to move/dance and dress from Pleasanton’s schools, on Fri- 8106. accordingly (e.g. dance shoes are day, October 6, at 7:30 p.m. at the Tuesday Tunes 6 to 9 each Tuesday. Cynthia Bryant has issued a chal- recommended). Please bring Amador Theater. Lewis, a local Free concerts at the Flagpole Plaza lenge: to write a poem for the Iraqi headshot, resume, and list of conflict professional musician and synthe- Lawn area, located at Livermore people. dates. Non-equity, no pay, all roles sizer pioneer, along with his troupe Avenue and First Street. The enter- open. Kathleen at 925-449-5636. of students, will perform their talents tainment is sponsored by Livermore She calls the challenge a Gift Diablo Light Opera Company, pre- in a multi-media show. Amador Downtown Inc. The following bands of Words-Poetry for the Iraqi sents “Thoroughly Modern Millie.” Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road, Pleas- are scheduled: Oct 17: The People. “The idea is to create a 8 p.m. Oct. 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, anton. Advance tickets are $10, $14, Pendletons. 21, 26, 27, 28, Nov. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 2 and $18 for adults, and $6, $10 and Tommy T’s (comedy) Pleasanton, poem about something that you p.m. Oct. 8, 22, 28, 29, Nov. 4. $26- $14 for children 12 and under. Tick- 5104 Hopyard Rd. Oct. 5-8, Tommy want to express to the citizens of $38 Regional Center for the Arts, ets may be purchased online a Davidson, Thurs. 8 p.m. ($20), Fri- Iraq.” 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. 943- www.civicartstickets.org until 1:00 Sat 8 and 10 p.m. ($25), Sun. 8 p.m. 7469, www.dlrca.org. a.m. the day of the performance, by ($20); Oct. 19-22, “Stuttering” John The poems will be translated Meet the artists, reception and exhi- phone at (925) 931-3444. Melendez, Thurs. 8 p.m. ($20), Fri- into Arabic, put into a booklet bition, Sat., Oct. 7, 4 to 8 p.m.. Local St. George Spirits Dinner, Wed., Oct. Sat 8 and 10 p.m. ($25), Sun. 8 p.m. and sent to the Iraqi people. artists are award winners each has his 18, 7 p.m. St. George’s Hanger One ($20). 227-1800 or There will be a celebration on or her own unique style of pastels, Vodkas will be featured and paired www.tommyts.com. watercolor, acrylic and collage. All with Chef Neil’s menu selections. Heroes and Villains: A Classic Film at Century House from 1 to 5 p.m. new work will be displayed that Advance reservatoins being taken. Series, at the Pleasanton Public Li- on Dec. 3. The poems will be read. includes such themes as vineyards, Pleasanton Hotel, 855 Main St., In- brary, 400 Old Bernal Ave., 7 p.m. A festive potluck will follow. Singers rehearse for the upcoming production of "The Magic wine country, abstract landscapes formation, 846-8106. Oct. 5: The Best Years of Our Lives. Flute." and handcrafted jewelry. Artists are Danville Fall Crafts Festival, October Candy Klaschus, film historian and Send the poems to: C/O Pleas- Denise Miller, Barbara Daggett, Mary 21 & 22, 2006, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Hartz Coordinator of the Humanities Pro- anton Poet Laureate, P. O. Box Claire Stotler, Kim Pace, May Ho, Avenue, Downtown Danville Over gram at Las Positas College, will give 520, Pleasanton, CA 94566 or e- Marge Atkinson, Kathleen Hill, 200 high quality arts and crafts Hal- an entertaining talk before each film Livermore Valley Opera Patrick O’Rourke, and Eric loween parade, Kids’ Activity Area, is shown. Free admission. No regis- mail it to Cynthia L. Bryant, Christensen. Rrefreshments. Free. Scarecrow Alley, Street and stage tration required. For more informa- [email protected]. Please Alexander’s Main Street Gallery, entertainment, Great food and bev- tion, please contact Penny Johnson at include full name, area code and 610 Main Street, Pleasanton. Open erages. Free Admission. Hosted by 925/931-3405. Stages 'The Magic Flute' Monday-Friday 10-6 Saturday 10- the Danville Area Chamber of Com- South Pacific, Pleasanton Playhouse, phone number along with e-mail 5, and Sunday 112-4. For informa- merce at (925) 837-4400 or visit Oct. 20-Nov. 5. Amador Theater, if available. Livermore Valley Opera cel- from the Queen. tion contact the Gallery at (925) 846- www.mlaproductions.com. 1155 Santa Rita Rd., Pleasanton. The deadline is November 1, ebrates the opening of its fif- Pamina is captive in Sarastro’s 6015. Photography Exhibit: Mark Oatney, Curtain time on Fridays and Satur- Comedy at the Pleasanton Senior Nature photography by Mark Oatney days is 8 p.m. and Sundays 2 p.m. For 2006. teenth season and Mozart’s 250th palace and guarded by the cruel, Center, Senior Players present is now on exhibit at Art!Space Con- tickets or information, call 462-2121 For information, contact anniversary by presenting “The lecherous Monostatos. Papageno “Nellie the Nurse,” an old fashioned temporary Fine Art & Craft Gallery. or go to Bryant at 398-8846 or Magic Flute”by Wolfgang finds his way into Pamina’s melodrama with a cast that includes Oatney, an art teacher at Livermore www.pleasantonplayhouse.com. [email protected]. Amadeus Mozart. chambers, scares off Monostatos, a lovable heroine, dastardly villain Valley Charter School, has been pub- Justin Hellman Trio performs Music and gallant hero. The laughs keep lished internationally in National in the Jazz Tradition, October 22, 2 Performances are Saturdays, and tells Pamina of Tamino’s coming with “The Golden Girls of Geographic as well as numerous p.m. Livermore Library, 1188 So. Oct. 14 and 21 at 8 p.m. and Sun- love for her. Extolling love, they Pleasanton,” a two-act comedy in- photography magazines. Art!Space Livermore Avenue. No admission days, Oct. 15 and 22 at 2 p.m. in leave together seeking Tamino. volving four retired ladies and a hours are Wed. through Sat. 10-7; charge. For more information call Kids Invited to the Livermore performaing Arts Tamino, led by Three Spirits, doctor on the make.Performances 12-5 Sunday; Mon. & Tue. by 925-373-5505. are Friday, October 6, 7:00-8:30pm appointment. The gallery is located 4th Annual US Bank Art Show, Oct. Enter Art in Theater, 600 Maple Street, on the finds Sarastro’s court and learns and Saturday, October 7, 2:00- at 133 S. Livermore Avenue (across 25-Nov. 11, Open during bank Livermore High School campus. that he must join Sarastro’s group 3:30pm, Pleasanton Senior Center, from Peet’s), in downtown Liver- hours, US Bank, 2125 Second Street, Dramatic sets have been de- in order to win Pamina. Glad that Main Hall, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Tickets more. Livermore. Judged show. Sponsored Annual ArtWalk signed by Jean-François Revon. Pamina is still alive, he plays his available in advance or at the door. Pops concert, Pops at the Zoo, Liver- by Livermore Art Association. Free Kids are invited to enter their Advanced Reservations $7 residents, more-Amador Symphony. Fri., Oct. admission. Information, 449-9927 The performance is directed by flute and is answered in the dis- $8 nonresidents, at the door $8 and 13 and Sat., Oct. 14, at the Barn, 3131 or www.livermoreartassociation.org. artwork in the upcoming ArtWalk Barnaby Palmer, Heather Carolo tance by Papageno’s pan pipes. $9 respectively. Admission includes Pacific Ave., Livermore. Doors open Children’s Theater Show: Blather, in downtown Livermore. and Sarah-Nicole Ruddy. Local As Tamino rushes out to find his dessert. For information, please call 7 p.m., concert at 8 p.m. Costumes Blarney & Balderdash; Friday, Octo- The Kids’ Art Show will be artist, Carolyn Lord, has de- comrade, Papageno and Pamina 925-931-5365. appreciated in keeping with the theme. ber 27, 2006 at 7 pm; Saturday, featured at businesses in the Sec- Pleasanton Poetry Spotlight will fea- Reservations available starting Sept. October 28, 2006 at 2 pm. Las Positas signed the artwork for this sea- run in, but are intercepted by ture local Poet Deborah Grossman at 7 at $20 for reserved seating. 447- College, Room 601. Free Admission. ond Street Mall. son. Monostatos. Only the music of a Thursday, October 26 program 4924 (only between 8 a.m. and 8 3033 Collier Canyon Road, Liver- Children, up to age 11, are in- Producer Pauline Krieger has Papageno’s magic bells saves starting at 7:30 p.m.. She will read p.m.). more. For further information call vited to bring one unframed draw- assembled a talented cast of art- them from capture. Sarastro en- from her new book Goldie and Me. Woody Guthrie’s American Song, the Performing Arts Events Line at ing or painting on paper on Octo- Deborah Grossman is a poet, jour- The Willows Theatre Company pre- 925-424-1100 or call Mary Campbell ists, musicians and directors for ters with his followers, and nalist, and essayist. Towne Center sents Songs and Writings by Woody at 925-424-1118. ber 21 to one of the following lo- this production. The cast in- Monostatos brings in the cap- Books, 555 Main St., Pleasanton. Guthrie, Conceived and Adapted by Foothill Band Review, Sat., Oct. 28. cations: Cooleykatz Toys, Way cludes Heidi Moss as Pamina, tured Tamino. Tamino and Members of the Tri Valley Writers, a Peter Glazer, October 9 – November Concert competition at Amador The- Up Art & Frame, or Worldwide Brian Thorsett as Tamino, Pamina see each other for the first newly formed branch of California 12. Wednesdays & Thursdays at 7:30 ater starting at 7:30 a.m. Parade com- Signs. The name of the child, Writers, will share their work at a p.m., Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 petition Main Street, Pleasanton. Field Shawnette Sulker as Queen of the time, but are forced to separate writers showcase Friday, October 27 p.m.with matinees Wednesdays at show and awards competition at Foot- school attended and teacher Night, Martin Bell as Papageno, until Tamino and Papageno at 7:30. Cynthia Bryant, the Pleasan- 3:30 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m., and hill High School. should be included on a label Roger McCracken as Sarastro, prove their worthiness. ton Poet Laureate will kick off the Sundays at 3 p.m. $30-$35; dis- www.foothillband.org. with the artwork. Joanne Um as Papagena, Sarastro and his community’s festivities. Towne Center Books, counts for seniors (65+), students (6- Nutcracker, with Diablo Ballet in col- ArtWalk will be held from 11 555 Main St., Pleasanton. 18), and groups (10+). The Willows laboration with Civic Arts Educa- Michael Mendelsohn as priests, discussing Tamino’s and Long Day’s Journey Into Night, Eu- Theatre is located at 1975 Diamond tion, December 1- 3, t the Del Valle a.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 21. Monostatos, and members of the Papageno’s entry into their soci- Theater, 1963 Tice Blvd., Walnut Other activities at the Second Cantabella Children’s Chorus as ety, realize that the two men must Creek under the direction of Rebecca Street Mall will include art activi- The Three Spirits. face dangerous tests and even 'Creative Hands, Caring Hearts' Art Crowell. Students of Diablo Ballet ties for kids, a gel demonstration Apprentice Program and Diablo Bal- There will be pre-performance mortal danger to prove them- The East Bay Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals let Professional Intermediate Pro- for parents, and a sidewalk chalk lecture one hour prior to perfor- selves. But Pamina, too, under- will be hosting the annual “Caring Hearts - Creative Hands” art show gram (PIP) will perform the classic fund-raiser to help out the city’s mance by Philip Manwell, Dean goes agonizing trials: she must at their Tri-Valley Adoption Center in Dublin. holiday favorite with professional Diversity Fair. of Academic Services for Hu- withstand Monostatos’ unwel- dancers from Diablo Ballet. 7:30 There is no entry fee. The show features the artistic talents of the volunteers or staff of p.m. Dec. 1 and 2; 2 p.m. Dec. 2 and manities and Social Sciences at come advances and threats Bay Area animal shelters and rescue groups. In addition to staff and 3. Tickets, $26 adults/seniors, $23 The Second Street Mall is lo- Las Positas College. against her life. She must reject volunteers from the East Bay SPCA, Hopalong Animal Rescue, Ber- age 12 and under, may be purchased cated between L and M Streets Tickets are $25-$49. For tick- her mother’s increasingly un- keley East Bay Humane Society, Oakland Animal Services, FOFAS, at the Dean Lesher Regional Center on Second Street. ets and information, call (925) wholesome influences. During for the Arts Box Office and are also ArtWalk is presented by the and more are all represented. available on line or by calling: 925/ 960 9210 or go to these events, Sarastro’s goals are The show is open to the public during regular shelter hours. An 943-SHOW. Tri-Valley Artists Guild. For infor- www.livermorevalleyopera.org. revealed as largely benevolent Artist’s Reception will be held October 8th from 12 noon to 2 p.m. mation, go to www.tvag.org. A prince, Tamino, is chased by and the Queen’s as evil. The work will be displayed through November 13th, during shel- a vicious monster into the realm Papageno fails the tests, but ter hours: Wednesdays & Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Fridays, of the Queen of the Night. He is his good nature wins him Saturdays & Sundays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Closed on Mondays & saved by the Queen’s Three La- Papagena, the wife for whom he Tuesdays) dies. The Queen commissions has longed. Tamino, with Pamina An artists’ reception will be held on Sunday, October 8, from 12 Tamino to rescue her daughter, at his side, successfully passes noon to 2 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Pamina, from an abductor, the tests of fire and water. The The East Bay SPCA is located at 4651 Gleason Drive, Dublin. For Sarastro. Tamino, by now in love Queen and her followers sink information, call 925-479-9670 or go to www.eastbayspca.org/events. with Pamina’s portrait, will be re- into oblivion. Sarastro and his warded by marrying Pamina. The followers celebrate as Tamino bird-catcher Papageno is to be his and Pamina are united through Artist Hosting Annual Open Studio helper. Their only aids are a love — and the power of the magic flute and magic bells, gifts magic flute. Bill Sala will host his annual Open Studio. The public is invited to visit and see his latest work, as well as the work of six other professional artists who are participating in this event. Radio Las Positas Streams Live The open house is Oct. 7 and 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Radio Las Positas went on the air Monday, Oct. 2. The studio is located at 17628 Vineyard Rd., Castro Valley. The radio began streaming live on line at 8 a.m. The broadcast Sala is well known in the Bay Area as an intense surrealist who can be accessed on the web at radiolaspositas.com. works in oils. His imagination takes the viewer on a journey into the The radio station is entirely student organized, produced and subconscious. The open studio is a wonderful opportunity to see operated. The station manager is Laurie Murphy who said about Bill’s quirky private studio and purchase art directly from him and the station, “The best part is the students get to decide what we do.” six other talented artists. She went on to say, “When I came here I had no idea what I Other artists include Doug Desmond, fantasy and old world charm wanted to do. Once they started this radio class, I was really inter- pen and ink and graphite illustrations; Big Al Lopez, caricatures, fantasy, pin-ups) will draw patrons during the show 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. ested.” on Saturday and 11 .am. to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday); Ron NOrman, landscapes, color pencil; Mark Mertins, landscapes, pastel; Maria Mommy-Track Mystery Author at Library Pascal, interiors, watercolor; and Barbara Stantion, miniature oil paint- ings. Stanton will be demonstrating her technique during the show. Ayelet Waldman, author of “Daughter’s Keeper,” and of the For further information contact Bill Sala at (510) 537-8566. “Mommy-Track Mysteries,” will present a program at the Livermore Civic Center Library on Sun., Oct. 8 at 2 p.m. The mystery series features Juliet Applebaum as a part-time sleuth and full-time mother. Waldman spent three years working as a federal public defender in the Central District of California. She has drawn extensively on her education at Harvard Law School and her career as an attorney in all her fictional works. Her personal essays have been published in a variety of periodi- cals. She is a columnist on Salon.com. Her latest novel, “Love and Other Impossible Pursuits,” has been optioned for the screen by the Walt Disney Company. The session will be held in the community room at the library, 1188 So. Livermore Avenue. There is no admission charge. For more information, contact Joyce Nevins at 373-5500 ext. 5577. PAGE 12 - The Independent, OCTOBER 5, 2006 STUDENT NEWS Las Positas Student Awarded Bright Futures Scholarship Granada High School will honor 9:15 am. Granada High is extremely nated. If anyone would like to donate please contact Brenda DuCharme at its recent Principal Honor Roll Students proud of the many students who work money, supplies, or other support please 461-6626 or check the school web and others who have distinguished hard to distinguish themselves aca- contact Stephen Bailey at page at http:// Bright Horizons Family Solutions has selected Gulandam Sediqi, themselves academically during a “Cel- demically. [email protected] or 606- www.pleasanton.k12.ca.us/fhsweb/li- a student at the Las Positas College, Livermore, as one of three win- ebration of Academic Excellence” on 4812 ext. 2406. brary/ph1.html. Friday, October 6. The GHS Academic Livermore High School: Katherine ners of the annual Bright Futures Scholarship Award. The award is Recognition Committee will join with McCorkle, a student at Livermore High given to students around the country who show great promise for The First Annual Foothill High Students of the month: Livermore community leaders, parent volunteers, School reports students there have a School Book Fair will be held Mon- being excellent educators of young children. and teachers in serving a breakfast new schedule. There are still alternat- High seniors Charlene Emerson and day, October 16th thru Friday, October Ravel Holland were the first to be Bright Horizons Family Solutions is the leading provider of em- reception to those students at Granada ing days for classes. All classes meet for 20th before school (7-8:00AM), at who achieved a 3.67 GPA or above for 95 minutes with the exception of the honored in Livermore Rotary Club’s ployer-sponsored child care and early education. lunch time (12-1:00PM), and after Outstanding Student-of-the-Month the Spring Term 2005-2006. second class, which meets for 105 school (3-4:00 PM). This award is given to students who are actively pursuing careers The event will begin at 7:20 a.m in minutes. program for the 2006-2007 school On Thursday evening, October year. The students were selected by in early childhood education, and who have demonstrated passion the Student Union with entertainment The schools API (Academic Per- 19th, the book fair will be open from from the GHS String Quartet. Special formance Indicator) score went up by their principal, David Chamberlain. and perseverance in achieving their goals. 5 to 8 p.m. for family and community Along with a plaque recognizing their awards will be presented to our Na- 36 points. The goal was to raise the members. This fund-raiser is being co- Gulandam Sediqi has maintained an impeccable academic record tional Merit Scholar Semi-Finalists, stu- score by only three points. honor, they each received gift certifi- chaired by the school library and DECA. cates from Granada Bowl, Coldstone and has gained the respect of her professors and fellow classmates. dents receiving perfect scores on the The annual homecoming foot ball DECA, an Association of Market- SAT I and SAT II, AP High Score for game is on October 20th. As is Liver- Creamery, Carl’s Jr., and Richard’s Described by others as a gentle and nurturing human being, Gulandam ing Students, is a national organization Creative Marketplace. Livermore Ro- students who have an exemplary score more tradition, floats will be shown at whose program of leadership and per- has also shown strength and perseverance in difficult times. Living of 5 on the Advancemed Placement approx. 6pm. During halftime the tary Club meets at noon on Wednes- sonal development is designed specifi- days at Doubletree Club Hotel. in poverty-stricken Afghanistan she had a difficult life that included Exam, AP Scholar award - for students Homecoming Queen will be crowned. cally for students interested in market- who receive grades of 3 or higher on Each class will participate in float pa- ing, management and entrepreneur- the sudden death of her three young daughters as a result of war three or more AP Exams, and Awards rade. The overall theme is “Famous ship. Amador Valley High School’s 10th hostilities of the time. However, this personal tragedy has not stopped for students receiving a score of “Ad- Romances.” The classes have selected The purpose of this fund-raiser is to annual AIDS Benefit will be held on Gulandam from achieving her dreams of becoming a teacher. the following themes: Seniors: Barbie Oct. 26 at 7:30 p.m. vanced” on all subjects tested on the encourage leisure reading, lifetime After coming to the United States with her family and not know- California Standards Tests. and Ken; Juniors: Tony and Maria learning, and raise funds for the li- This evening of entertainment will Susan M. Houghton, the Director of from West Side Story; Sophomores: brary. feature a live band and original perfor- ing any English, she decided that she was going to learn English and Public Affairs/Communications for Lois Lane and Clark Kent from Super- Foothill is also participating in a mance art, a form of theatrical art in get her degree to teach in the United States. In her native Afghani- Lawrence Livermore National Lab, man; and, Freshmen: Tarzan and Jane. “One for Book” charity fund-raiser for which thematically related works in a stan, Gulandam had taught for 20 years at the elementary and middle will be sharing her thoughts on Aca- The homecoming dance is being held nonprofit children’s organizations. variety of media are presented simulta- demic Excellence with the Granada on October 21. The high school will use the money neously or successively to an audience. school levels. students during the breakfast. After years of trying start a GO raised to buy books. Scholastic will Admission is free. Donations will Her love for the early education profession is seen through her The “Celebration of Academic Excel- GREEN project (recycling and waste donate one book for every dollar to be accepted at the door. All proceeds go outstanding academic work, as well as her devotion when working lence” will continue throughout the management programs) on campus, those organizations. to the UCSF AIDS Health Project. day as Livermore School District dig- one is now up and running. More than The school is located at 4375 Foot- The show is on Amador’s Second with children. Gulandam believes in never giving up no matter what nitaries present honor certificates to all $20,000 has been donated from vari- hill Rd. in Pleasanton. The event will be Stage in the multipurpose room, 1155 obstacles come in the way. This is a philosophy by which she guides Granada Honor Roll students during ous community clubs and organiza- held in C-6, located on the left hand side Santa Rita Rd., Pleasanton. her life and which continues to inspire all those whom she touches. their Seminar Classes from 8:45 am – tions. Thank to those who have do- of the library. 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Circle, Livermore, CA 94550 CA 94588 is hereby registered The Independent Legal No. This business is conducted Barbara A. Kiefer, 268 Quartz by the following owner (s): ALL CASH CANDY Route. Do Company paid Commercial by:an individual 2060 Publish October 5, 12, Drivers License training. Circle, Livermore, CA 94550 David Han Sheh, 2921 Garden 2006. you earn $800 in a day? Your The registrant commenced to This business is conducted Creek Circle, Pleasanton, CA own local candy route. In- www.SwiftTrucking.com 1- transact business under the by:husband and wife 94588 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF cludes 30 machines and 866-476-6828. EOE. fictitious business name or The registrant commenced to Min Hwang Chang, 5715 W. BULK SALE candy. All for $9,995. (CAL*SCAN) names listed above on 9/1/06. transact business under the Cog Hill Terrace, Dublin, CA (SECS. 6104, 6105 U.C.C.. & MultiVend, LLC 880 Grand Signature of Registrant: DRIVER - COVENANT TRANS- fictitious name or names listed 94568 B & P 24073 ET SEQ.) Blvd. Deer Park, NY 11729. 1- PORT has opportunities for /s/:Hoa Huynh above on 9/06/06. This business is conducted Notice is hereby given to credi- 888-625-2405. (CAL*SCAN) CDL-A drivers in your area! No This statement was filed with Signature of Registrant: by:a general partnership tors of the within named seller the County Clerk of Alameda START YOUR OWN Land- matter what your experience /s/:Barbara A. Kiefer Registrant has not yet begun that a sale that may constitute level is, we have what you’re County on September 6, 2006. This statement was filed with to transact business under the a bulk sale has been or will be scape Curbing Business - looking for. Now hiring Stu- Expires September 6, 2011. the County Clerk of Alameda fictitious business name or made. High Demand. Low The Independent Legal No. Overheads. High Profit. Train- dents, Solos, Teams, Lease County on September 6, 2006. names listed. The individuals, partnership, Purchase and O/O’s. Call to- 2050. Publish September 14, Expires September 6, 2011. Signature of Registrant: or corporate names and the ing Available. Priced from day! 1-866-684-2519. EOE. 21, 28, October 5, 2006. The Independent Legal No. /s/:David Han Sheh business addresses of the $12,000. 1-800-667-5372. (CAL*SCAN) 2054. Publish September 14, This statement was filed with seller are: www.EdgeMaster.net FICTITIOUS BUSINESS (CAL*SCAN) NAME STATEMENT 21, 28, October 5, 2006. the County Clerk of Alameda Hee Yul Lee County on September 26, 777 Rincon Ave., FILE NO. 384948 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS VENDING ROUTE - All snacks/ The following person (s) do- 2006. Expires September 26, Livermore, CA 94551 Candies, Drinks, Energy NAME STATEMENT 2011. The individuals, partnership, ing business as FARHAWK, FILE NO. 384888 Drinks Too! All Brand, All Sizes. 267 Northwood Common, The Independent Legal No. or corporate names and the Great Equipment. Great Loca- The following person (s) do- 2058. Publish October 5, 12, business addresses of the Livermore, CA 94551 is ing business as Lazy Leann’s tions. Financing available with hereby registered by the fol- 19, 26, 2006. buyer are: $7,500 Down. 1-877-843- Stitches, 6325 Benne Ct., Sangok Noh lowing owner (s): Pleasanton, CA 94588 is FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 8726.(CAL*SCAN) Judith Farrell Hawkins, 267 777 Rincon Ave., hereby registered by the fol- NAME STATEMENT Livermore, CA 94551 BE WARY of out of area com- Northwood Common, Liver- lowing owner (s): FILE NO. 385894-385895 more, CA 94551 As listed by the seller, all other panies. Check with the local Ruth Leann Young, 6325 The following person (s) do- business names and ad- Better Business Bureau before Timothy Kenneth Hawkins, Benner Ct., Pleasanton, CA ing business as (1)Mr. Sparkle 267 Northwood Common, dresses used by the seller you send any money or fees. 94588 Automotive Detailing Supplies within three years before the Read and understand any Livermore, CA 94551 This business is conducted (2)East Bay Zaino, 2921 Gar- This business is conducted date such list was sent or de- contracts before you sign. by:an individual den Creek Circle, Pleasanton, livered to the buyer are: Shop around for rates. by:husband and wife Registrant has not yet begun CA 94588 is hereby registered The registrant commenced to NONE KNOWN Put your ad here! Call to transact business under the by the following owner (s): The assets sold or to be sold transact business under the fictitious business name or David Han Sheh, 2921 Garden Barbara at 925 243-8000 fictitious business name or are described in general as: today or go on-line at names listed. Circle Circle, Pleasanton, CA ALL FURNITURE, FIXTURES, names listed above on 5/10/ /s/:Ruth Leann Young 94588 www.independentnews.com 01. EQUIPMENT, TRADENAME, Also available pay by Credit This statement was filed with This business is conducted GOODWILL, LEASE, LEASE- Signature of Registrant: the County Clerk of Alameda by:an individual Card for Classified and /s/:Judith Farrell Hawkins HOLD IMPROVEMENTS, COV- Display Ads. County on September 5, 2006. Registrant has not yet begun ENANT NOT TO COMPETE, & This statement was filed with Expires September 5, 2011. to transact business under the the County Clerk of Alameda ALL OTHER ASSETS OF THE 71) HELP WANTED The Independent Legal No. fictitious business name or BUSINESS KNOWN AS: County on September 6, 2006. 2055. Publish September 21, names listed. Plant Technician for office Expires September 6, 2011. Ben’s Burgers 28, October 5, 12, 2006. Signature of Registrant: AND ARE LOCATED AT: 777 plants. 10+ hours/week, The Independent Legal No. /s/:David Han Sheh long-term, flexible busi- 2051. Publish September 14, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Rincon Ave., Livermore, CA This statement was filed with 94551. ness hours. Dependable, 21, 28, October 5, 2006. NAME STATEMENT the County Clerk of Alameda detail oriented person with FILE NO. 385281-385282 (a) The place, and date on or FICTITIOUS BUSINESS County on September 26, after which, the Bulk Sale is to clean DMV, reliable auto. The following person (s) do- 2006. Expires September 26, Paid vacation, mileage, NAME STATEMENT ing business as (1) Mr. Sparkle be consummated: FILE NO. 384725-384728 2011. Business & Escrow Service company funded IRA. Will Automotive Detailing Supplies The Independent Legal No. train at $10.50/hr. Fax re- The following person (s) do- (2) East Bay Zaino, 2921 Gar- Center, Inc. 3031 Tisch Way, ing business as (1) Livermore 2059. Publish October 5, 12, Suite 310 San Jose, CA sume: 925-846-6534. den Creek Circle, Pleasanton, 19, 26, 2006. Shakespeare Festival CA 94588 is hereby registered 95128 on or before October (2)Shakespeare in the Vine- by the following owner (s): FICTITOUS BUSINESS 24, 2006. yard (3) Fourth Street Story- David Han Sheh 2921 Garden NAME STATEMENT (b)The last date to file claims tellers (4) Unusal Evenings Creek Circle, Pleasanton, CA FILE NO. 385622-385623 is October 23, 2006, unless Productions, 750 South “L” 94588 The following person (s) do- there is a liquor license trans- Street, Livermore, CA 94550 Min Hwan Chang 5715 W. Cog ing business as (1) Tesla Vine- ferring in which case claims is hereby registered by the Hill Terrace Dublin, CA 94568 yards (2) Morning Dove Ranch may be files until the date the following owner (s): This business is conducted , 8792 Tesla Rd., Livermore, license transfers. Shakespeare’s Associates, by:a general partnership CA 94550 is hereby registered Escrow No: 2705-CV Inc., 750 South “L” Street, Liv- Registrant has not yet begun by the following owner (s): The Independent Legal No. ermore, CA 94550 to transact business under the Carol B. Mitchell, 44 Chaucer 2061. Publish October 5, 2006. This business is conducted fictitious business name or Ct., San Ramon, CA 94583 ANIMALS/PETS by:a corporation names listed. Cecil A. Beebe, 1569 De Soto Registrant has not yet begun /s/:David H. Sheh and Min H. Way, Livermore, CA 94550 1) CATS/DOGS to transact business under the Chang This business is conducted fictitious business name or This statement was filed with by:co-partners ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, for names listed. the County Clerk of Alameda Registrant has not yet begun adoption information contact Signature of Registrant: County on September 13, to transact business under the Valley Humane Society at 925 /s/:Karen L. Hogan 2006. Expires September 13, fictitious business name or 426-8656. This statement was filed with 2011. names listed. Adopt a new best friend: TVAR, the Tri-Valley Animal Rescue, offers animals for adoption every Saturday and Sunday, excluding most holi- days. On Saturdays from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm, both dogs and cats are available at the Pleas- anton Farmers Market at W. An- gela and First Streets. Two lo- cations will showcase cats only: Petsmart in Dublin from 12:00 to 4:00 and the Pet Food Express in Livermore from 1:00 to 4:00. On Sundays, cats are available at Petsmart in Dublin from 1:00 to 4:00, and Petco in San Ramon from 11:00 to 3:00. TVAR at (925) 803-7043 or visit our website at www.tvar.org The Independent, OCTOBER 5, 2006 - PAGE 13 GOOD NEIGHBOR CLASSIFIEDS Place your ad online at www.independentnews.com

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