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MAC MEETING INSIDE YOUR FORUM Proposals for NEWS Future of Old Library Site By Amy Sylvestri CASTRO VALLEY FORUM Eden Victory A standing-room-only crowd filled the Castro Eden Health District wins Valley Municipal Advisory Council’s (MAC) a crucial vote that will Monday night meeting to discuss the future of allow it to stay in business the town’s second most famous empty building Page 2 – the old library on Redwood Road. The MAC heard proposals from school offi- LIVING cials, veterans, and library volunteers about what to do with the landmark, which was built in 1962 and has sat largely empty since the new library opened in 2009. PHOTOS BY LINDA SANDSMARK The school district wants to petition County Andre Juntilla (center stage) was crowned Mr. Castro Valley at last Friday night’ competition. He’s sur- Supervisors to transfer the property to the district rounded by the emcees, other contestants and their escorts. at no cost. Assistant Superintendent Candi Clark presented four ideas for the site, each of which would require razing the building. Onion Options Clark said the space could be used to expand Maui, green, yellow? A Talented CVHS Seniors Entertain the district’s “virtual academy” for online cours- variety of onions and see MAC on page 8 recipes to choose from Audience at ‘Mr. CV ’ Pageant Page 5 2017 MEETING TUESDAY By Linda Sandsmark It’s 1999” – the year most of those on competition, to Ryan Ramirez’s Flash- SENIORS CASTRO VALLEY FORUM stage were born – and the title of a song dance-inspired dance routine, complete Public is Invited written by the late singer Prince. with a water-dousing finale. Castro Valley High School’s annu- The venue was decorated in purple, Wilson Xie’s breakdance moves add- al “Mr. CV” pageant was held Friday Prince’s favorite color. The event was ed a Napoleon Dynamite-note to the To Help Develop night in the school cafeteria – “a beauty co-emceed by Jordan Keller. event. pageant with a twist,” as emcee Dar- The talent portion of the show ranged “The Ken Dolls,” (Kannen Caldwell, New Sign for CV rien Cabreana described it – featuring from Matt Mascio’s crowd-pleasing Aaron Milosevic, and Jack West) sang 22 senior guys strutting their stuff and cooking demonstration (how to make a a song lamenting the way Barbie broke The Alameda County Arts Commission is in- demonstrating their “talent,” no matter peanut butter and jelly sandwich, adding their hearts. viting the public to a Community Roundtable this Listen Up how eccentric. salami and cheese) to Marco Macchia- A three-man performance titled “All Tuesday, April 25, to meet with those who will be Tips and treatments for The theme this year was “Party Like vello and Robert Terhell’s skateboarding see PAGEANT on page 15 developing a prominent new Castro Valley sign. seniors who suffer from The meeting will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. ringing in the ears at the Castro Valley Library with the artists who were selected as semi-finalists to design and paint Page 10 the town’s name and other design elements on a freeway overpass. It is one of three such Community Identifier INDEX Projects in the unincorporated county. The others will be in San Lorenzo and Ashland-Cherryland. Classified Ads ...... 12 The Commission’s goal is to create communi- ty gateway markers “that help support a positive Community Calendar ... 4 and welcoming environment for both the com- Crosswords ...... 5 munity and visitors.” Those attending on Tuesday will be able to East Bay Living ...... 5 share their thoughts about the special character- Homes ...... 9 istics of their community and how those should be reflected in the designs of the Community Letters to Editor ...... 14 PHOTO COURTESY OF DOUG TEGNER Identifier. Obituaries ...... 14 The artists’ proposals will be available to view in person and online this summer and the projects Seniors ...... 10 EASTER MORNING DAWNS are expected to be complete in th fall of 2018. Sports...... 8 The Ashland-Cherryland Roundtable will be More than 150 worshipers of all ages gathered before sunrise above Lake Chabot for the annual Easter held at 6 p.m. April 26 at Ashland Place, 16385 E. Weather ...... 2 Sunrise Service, hosted by Redwood Chapel and CV First Baptist churches.Former attorney and current 14th St. in San Leandro. The San Lorenzo meet- Executive Paston Eric Junginger presented eyewitness accounts and historical courtroom-style evidence ing will be at 6 p.m. on May 2 at the San Lorenzo PHONE: (510) 537-1792 regarding the resurrection of Christ on that first Easter Sunday. Library, 395 Paseo Grande. CASTRO VALLEY FORUM 2 Wednesday, April 19, 2017
Eden Health District Survives a Castro Valley Weather April 19 - 23, 2017 Crucial Vote to Stay in Business
By Amy Sylvestri care District) began when several so far as to call for a change in the CASTRO VALLEY FORUM county and state officials, and the district’s boundaries to exclude cities of San Leandro and Hay- San Leandro and Hayward and to Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday The Castro Valley-based Eden ward, petitioned for its dissolution, include only the unincorporated Mostly Cloudy Partly Sunny Mostly Sunny Partly Sunny Partly Sunny Health District won a crucial but saying its services are redundant. area, but that idea was dismissed High 68° Low 54° High 69° Low 48° High 75° Low 50° High 70° Low 51° High 70° Low 50° narrow victory last week that will They wanted Eden Health’s by the commission. allow it to stay in business. funds – including $31 million in Commission member Ayn Wi- Almanac Moon Phases The Alameda County Local real estate holdings – to be put into eskamp said that County and Eden Agency Formation Commission, the county health system to shore staffs need to come up with a sol- Past Week’s Rain: 00.45 Apr Apr May May which regulates changes proposed up “safety net” hospitals including id plan that the commission can Season To Date: 35.92 19 26 2 10 by other public agencies, voted Highland and San Leandro hospi- support, since they both provide Normal To Date: 20.99 3-2 last Tuesday not to dissolve tals. health-related services to Eden Season Average: 21.22 the district. “I don’t think the district war- residents. But, the commission asked the rants dissolution,” said County Su- “I do believe the county could county to look for ways to stream- pervisor Nate Miley, a member of work more with Eden,” said Wi- Sun sets at 7:50 p.m. today, rises at 6:26 a.m. Thursday. line the district’s services and pos- the commission. “But I do think a eskamp. “You have the same sibly work in some way with the sphere of influence review is war- goals.” ichele arkovich ntiques ESTATE LIQUIDATION Alameda Health System. ranted.” But Commissioner Georgean Estate Sales & Consignments M20407 Santa MariaM Ave. and 2510 SanA Carlos Ave. Scrutiny of the district (former- Last week, the Castro Valley Vonheeder-Leopold was wary of Cell- 882-3242 ly called Eden Township Health- Municipal Advisory Council went see EDEN on page 15 [email protected]
Are You Sleep Deprived? CV Adult School Offers ‘Sweet Dreams’ Class That Can Help
By Linette Escobar opened a sleep room for players to “thieves” that can steal your rest, who ties lack of sleep with our sleep showed a better ability to who slept less than 7 hours were 3 SPECIAL TO THE FORUM help their team gain a competitive such as sleep apnea, pain and body’s ability to realize it’s full. make decisions in people who are times more likely to catch a cold. edge. other nighttime disturbances. The 2. You’ve gained weight. Dr. well-rested. 9. Your skin doesn’t look as Are you tired? You’re in good Do you want to look better, feel three-session class will be held on Miller says a lack of sleep affects 6. You’re being a “klutz.” Dr. good. Sleep helps skin cells repair company. better and make better decisions? Tuesdays starting next week on both our food choices and our me- Winter ties lack of sleep to your and remain youthful. According to the U.S. Centers Castro Valley Adult & Career Ed- April 25 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. tabolism. neurological function which af- The Castro Valley Adult & Ca- for Disease Control, 40.6 million ucation is offering a class called Do you think you’re fine on 3. You act without thinking. fects movement. reer Education class will include Americans are sleep deprived. “Sweet Dreams are Made of This” 5-6 hours of sleep and don’t need The article ties impulsivity and 7. You’re very emotional. take home activities, therapeutic Sleep deprivation has been tied with local nutrition expert Susan a class? Here are some signs of snapping at people to lack of sleep. Things that normally wouldn’t af- foods and snacks. The cost is $90. to an increased risk of type 2 di- Blanc to help you sleep better. sleep deprivation according to 4. You can’t find your car keys. fect you so much can trigger anger, To register, visit www.cvadult.org abetes, cardiovascular disease, It will delve into the lifestyle an article by Rachel Swalin on It’s hard to remember things when sadness and even giddiness. or call the office at 510-886-1000. obesity, depression and even eco- habits, nutrition and helpful herbs Health.com. your brain is tired. 8. You’re always getting sick. Linette Escobar is Marketing nomic loss in business. Sleep is so that go into building a better 1. You’re hungry all the time. 5. You have trouble mak- A 2009 study in the Archives of In- Chair for Castro Valley Adult & valuable that the Boston Red Sox night sleep. It will also cover the Swalin quotes Dr. Chris Miller ing decisions. A 2009 study on ternal Medicine found that people Career Education. FINALLY - Straight talk
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OUR HISTORY SHERIFF’S REPORTS COMPILED BY MICHAEL SINGER • CASTRO VALLEY FORUM
He Fought the Law Hospital Assault legal drug paraphernalia and vio- Thursday, April 13: at 9:44 p.m., By Wanted Man lating the terms of his parole. The Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Wednesday, April 12: at 11:18 man was hanging out in a parking 39-year-old man who refused to p.m., a 64-year-old man with no lot of a grocery store on Redwood give an address as part of an active permanent address was arrested Road near Castro Valley Boule- warrant for his arrest. The man on suspicion of battery on another vard. The man was taken to Santa was hanging outside a drugstore person at Eden Medical Center on Rita Jail. on Castro Valley Boulevard near Lake Chabot Road. Deputies were Marshall Street when deputies called to intervene after hospital Can’t Stay Away stopped him for questioning and security caught the man beating up Wednesday, April 12: at 8:03 p.m., made the identification. The man on another person. The man was a 56-year-old woman from Castro was additionally charged with re- also wanted as part of a warrant Valley was arrested on suspicion sisting arrest. He was taken to San- issued for his arrest. Deputies took of violating a court-issued restrain- ta Rita Jail pending $2,500 in bail. the man to Santa Rita Jail pending ing order and a warrant issued for PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE HAYWARD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY $5,000 in bail. her capture. Deputies responded to The Grammar School on Castro Valley Boulevard where the Adobe Shopping Center sits Illegal Drug Paraphernalia an emergency call about a strang- today in a photo taken around 1940. The school was dedicated in 1922 and torn down after Thursday, April 13: at 4:02 p.m., Parolee Goes Back to Jail er lurking in the neighborhood being condemned in 1954. a 36-year-old man with no perma- For Drug Paraphernalia on Lamson Road near Almond nent address was arrested on sus- Wednesday, April 12: at 9:31 p.m., Avenue. The woman fitting the picion of possession of illegal drug deputies arrested a 38-year-old description was handcuffed and paraphernalia. Deputies stopped man with no permanent address taken to Santa Rita Jail pending CV’s Grand Grammar School the man for questioning outside a on suspicion of possession of il- $20,000 in bail. business on Castro Valley Boule- By John Christian To build the new facility, school would “rival any rural vard near Anita Avenue when they SPECIAL TO THE FORUM $37,000 worth of bonds were school in the county.” Keep in discovered his stash. The man was sold. The local PTA also helped mind, Castro Valley had a popu- taken into custody. Skult Appointed as New Castro Valley once had a very raise money by holding events, lation of only about 2,000 in the stately grammar school located including a “Hard Times Dance” 1920s. Armed Robbery CV Elementary Principal right on the Boulevard where the in the spring of 1922. People who The school was dedicated in Suspect Caught Adobe Shopping Center sits today. arrived “too much dressed up” June of 1922. The concrete build- Wednesday, April 12: at 11:36 Affie Sklut has been appoint- as the school’s Intervention Spe- Although it wasn’t Castro Val- were charged an extra fee. Com- ing stood in stark contrast to the a.m., deputies arrested a 38-year- ed principal of Castro Valley El- cialist. ley’s first grammar school, it was munity efforts like this played older wooden schools that had old woman from CV on suspicion ementary School. She has been In addition to teaching in Castro certainly the most grand. The look an important role in getting the come before it. of robbery with a lethal weapon serving as the interim principal Valley, Sklut has worked for St. of Castro Valley Grammar was school built. The new building helped en- and damage of personal property. replacing Denise Hohn who re- Mary’s College supervising stu- very cutting edge and modern for Local contractor, Peter Hoare couraged more parents to send The woman reportedly entered cently became the School Dis- dent teachers. the 1920s. graded the roughly two-acre lot their children to school. Enroll- into a fast food restaurant on Grove tricts Coordinator of Secondary The School Board said Sklut’s The school was designed by ar- and a San Francisco builder was ment jumped 45 students to a total Way near Center Street, waved a Education. passion and commitment to Cas- chitect H.C. Smith, who designed awarded the construction con- of 180 in the first year alone. By weapon and demanded money. Sklut has been at Castro Valley tro Valley Elementary’s students, several schools in the Hayward tract. When talking about the 1932 enrollment was at 350 stu- The woman was caught trying to Elementary since 1996, teach- staff and parents has made her area, including Hayward Union new school, Principal A. B. Mor- dents. escape. Deputies handcuffed her ing kindergarten through fourth the obvious choice among many High School. ris proudly proclaimed the new see HISTORY on page 11 and took her into custody. grade. Most recently she served applicant.
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l Saturday, April 22: Summer Jobs at the County Fair Villa Senior Living, 19960 Santa Maria Ave. in Castro Valley at 11 a.m. Those seeking seasonal employment this summer should attend the April 27. For more information , call 510-582-2765. Alameda County Fair’s Summer Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. this l Friday, April 28: Future of Water in California Saturday at the Fairgrounds’ “Q” Building, 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleas- The League of Women Voters will hold a luncheon forum at 11:30 anton. Most positions start mid-June. Enter at Gate 12 off Valley Blvd. a.m. on April 28 in Rooms 12-13 at CV Adult School, 4430 Alma Ave., Thel Wednesday, AprilWeek 19: East Bay Rose Ahead Society and follow the signs for parking. For info, visit alamedacountyfair.com featuring a panel discussing the next steps to ensure that the state has ad- Learn how to do show-stopping rose displays for home or exhibition l Saturday, April 22: Annual History Awards equate water for the future. Speakers will include EBMUD Board Pres- at the next meeting of the Rose Society at 7:30 p.m. today at Lakeside Join the HAHS Museum of History & Culture at 22380 Foothill ident Frank Mellon and Joan Buchanan of Restore the Delta. Attendees Garden Center, 666 Bellevue in Oakland. Come enjoy snacks and meet Blvd. in Hayward in honoring the 2017 awardees in areas of longevi- may order a box lunch for $10 or just attend the free forum. Send checks people who talk roses. More information at www.eastbayroses.org ty, historic preservation, and community service this Saturday. Info and to LWV Eden Area Treasurer, P.O. Box 2234, Castro Valley 94546. l l Wednesday, April 19: CV Women’s Club Meeting tickets available at www.haywardareahistory.org/historyawards Saturday, April 29: Chinese School Open House Pam Durkin of Canine Companions will be presenting the Canine l Saturday & Sunday, April 22-23: Free Dental Clinic The Hayward Kai-Feng Chinese School will hold an Open House on Companions story and will have two service dogs in training to meet The California Dental Association Foundation will host a free dental April 29 beginning with a show of student work at 9 a.m. at the Hay- everyone at this afternoon’s meeting at 1 p.m. at the Castro Valley Wom- clinic this weekend at the San Mateo Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Dr., ward Adult School Campus, 2210 Princeton Street. The school provides en’s Club, 18330 Redwood Road . The public is welcome. For info, call San Mateo. Doors open at 5:30 a.m. both days and patients are seen on Mandarin Chinese instruction to cultivate children’s appreciation of dif- 510-461-7692 or visit www.castrovalleywomensclub.weebly.com a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is free, no ID required. For info, ferent culture. Registration for the next school year starts next month. For more info, visit www.haywardchineseschool.org/ l Saturday, April 22: Earth Day: History for Half-Pints visit cdafoundation.org/sanmateo or call 877-516-8854. Join in celebrating Earth Day by designing your own reusable bag, l Sunday, April 23: 4-H Rising Stars Field Day making a nature journal, and learning new ways we can respect our The Alameda County 4-H Rising Stars Project will host an Art, Music planet, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. this Saturday at the HAHS Museum, and Photography Field Day at 10 a.m. this Sunday at the Marina Com- 22380 Foothill Blvd., Hayward. Free with museum admission ($5-$3). munity Center, 15301 Wicks Blvd., San Leandro, open to the public l Saturday, April 22: San Leandro Garden Club Fundraiser and kids of all ages. Visit ucanr.edu/ampfieldday/ for info or to register. You’re invited to a sale of previously-owned treasures, jewelry and Participants can exhibit non-judged art works and perform music and spoken word pieces. Registration required for performances. & a wide selection of plants from 10:30 to 2:30 p.m. this Saturday at the San Leandro Senior Center, 13909 E. 14th St. in San Leandro. Lunch l Sunday, April 23: Buon Tempo Dinner Fundraiser Arts will be served at noon. For tickets or more information, contact Sharon Buon Tempo is hosting an All-You-Can-Eat Soup, Salad and Bread at 510-785-2057. fundraiser dinner at Transfiguration Church, 4000 E. Castro Valley l Saturday, April 22: Pioneer Cemetery Clean-Up Blvd. this Sunday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. for $10/person (Vino is $2). Your help is needed in cleaning up the San Lorenzo Pioneer Cem- All proceeds go to Relay for Life, San Leandro. Call 510-483-6929 for EntertainmentCASTRO VALLEY CENTER FOR THE ARTS etery at College and Usher streets from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. this Saturday. reservations. Visit buontempoclub.org to learn more about the club. Bring rakes and gloves. Water and light snacks will be provided. l Sunday, April 23: Intro to Tarot Board Game Tickets for Center for the Arts events listed below are available Join author Amber Jayanti this Sunday from 2 to 4:30 p.m. to play online at www.cvartsfoundation.org; or at the Center Box Office, 19501 this fun-filled, educational tarot board game at the Castro Valley Library. Redwood Road, Thursdays and Fridays 3-5 p.m. phone 889-8961; or at CASTRO VALLEY FORUM This program is designed to open participants to the basics of the Qab- the CV Adult School, 4430 Alma Ave. CASTROVALLEYFORUM.COM alistic Tarot’s Ageless Wisdom. Beginners only, group size limited to 9. ● “ I Love(d) You,” a Castro Valley High School Pops Concert For more info, call the Library 510-667-7900. will be presented in four performances; at 7 p.m. on April 27-28, and at ESTABLISHED: 1989 • CIRCULATION 22,500 © 2017 EASTBAY PUBLISHING CORPORATION - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED l Monday, April 24: Eden Garden Club Meeting 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on April 29. For tickets ($10-$18) see above. Retired landscape teacher Steve Wiley will discuss San Lorenzo High ● Rick Gunn: India, Iran and Idomeni, an afternoon of unique Published every Wednesday by EastBay Publishing Corp. 2060 Washington Ave., San Leandro 94577 School’s Native Plants Garden and will bring a few examples of the photos and stories from his travels to Mumbai, the streets of Iran and Corporate Address: P.O. Box 2897, Alameda, CA 94501 native plants as well as flyers about their upcoming plant sale. Meetings inside Europe’s largest Syrian refugee camp, Indomeni, at 2 p.m. on Tel: 510-537-1792 • Fax: 510-814-9691 are at 9:30 a.m. at the Moose Lodge in Castro Valley and are free. Guests April 30. Gunn (CVHS ’82) is an award-winning journalist who has bicycled 40,000 miles through 40 countries. For tickets ($20) see above. Fred Zehnder, Editor & Publisher Claudette E. Morrison, Business Mgr. are always welcome. Call 510-397-1268 for more info.
[email protected] [email protected] l Tuesday, April 25: Castro Valley Street Eats THEATRICAL & MUSICAL PERFORMANCES Howard Morrison, Assoc. Publisher Patrick Vadnais, Classified Ads / Obituaries Join the Castro Valley Eden Area Chamber of Commerce, HARD, [email protected] [email protected] and the Food Truck Mafia for the return of Castro Valley Street Eats at ● “Wait Until Dark,” a psychological thriller that will keep you Helen Burkett, Advertising Design Mgr. Mary Florence, Advertising Sales Adobe Art Park, 20395 San Miguel, from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday! Food on the edge of your seat, runs through April 30 at Chanticleers The- [email protected] 861-3270 [email protected] truck lineup will be announced on Tuesday on the Chamber’s Facebook atre, 3683 Quail Ave. in Castro Valley. Performances are Fridays and Moxie Morrison, Layout Design Linda Nakhai, Advertising Sales Saturdays at 8 p.m. with Sunday matinées at 2 p.m. on April 23, and [email protected] 915-1513 [email protected] page. HARD will have children’s activities and Mobile Rec. Parking is available in the park, on San Miguel and neighboring side streets, but is 30. For tickets (general $25, seniors and students $20), call 510-733- Contributors: limited. Walking or biking to the event is encouraged. 5483 or visit chanticleers.org Amy Sylvestri, News Thomas Lorentzen Jim Carrizo, Sports ● [email protected] Winda Shimizu [email protected] l Wednesday, April 26: Lecture: Women and the Reformation “Side by Side by Sondheim,” a musical revue featuring the 510-614-1561 Linda Sandsmark 510-967-3759 Faith Lutheran Church at 20080 Redwood Road invites you to the songs of the incomparable Stephen Sondheim, will be presented by the Linette Escobar Trevin Smith Carl Medford Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 North 3rd St. in Hayward, thru April Terry Liebowitz Simon Wong Michael Singer first in a series of free lectures examining the crucial role women played in the Reformation, at 7 p.m. on April 26, presented by Dr. Kirsi Stjerna. 23. Performances are at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and tomorrow, For more info, visit www.flccv.org/Refo500 or call 510-582-0818. April 20. Matinées are at 2 p.m. on Sundays. For tickets ($10-$29), visit Submissions to The Forum www.dmtonline.org or call 510-881-6777. To submit Calendar listings or news stories for possible publication, send l Thursday, April 27: Alleviate ‘Sandwich Generation’ Stress ● information by the prior Friday in an email, or attach a document with photos Find out how you can take steps to alleviate your stress while caring ‘One Enchanted Evening,’ a gourmet dinner, theatrical perfor- to: [email protected], or fax information to 510-814-9691. for children and aging parents at the same time at a presentation at Eden mances, live music, dancing and a silent auction, will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 29, at the Japanese Garden and Hayward Senior Center on N. 3rd St. in Hayward to raise funds for the Douglas Morrisson The- atre. Tickets at www.dmtonline.org or by calling 510-881-6777. ALL CURIOS ON SALE! Available in a variety of styles and finishes ART GALLERIES & EVENTS l “Unmentionable: The Indiscreet Stories of Artifacts,” an original exhibition exploring topics and artifacts that we, as a society, find uncomfortable to talk about, including race, lifestyle, politics and personal adornment, will be on exhibit thru July 30 at the HAHS Museum, 22380 Foothill Blvd., Hayward. ● Art IS Education, sponsored by Hayward Arts Council, features Donald Gray the works of Hayward students at the John O’Lague Galleria in Hay- Drewry ward City Hall thru May 25. Meet and greet the artists from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 28. Gallery hours: M-F 9-5. For more exhibits and Criminal Defense Lawyer events, visit www.haywardartscouncil.org/ • 24 Years of Successfully Defending ● The Artist Within 2, the works of Sorensdale Recreation Center DUI, Drug, Domestic Violence, featuring a variety of media including two and three-dimensional piec- Theft, & Weapons Cases es, will be on exhibit at the Adobe Art Gallery, 20395 San Miguel Ave. • Top DUI Blood Defense, in Castro Valley until April 29. (one of only two lawyers in ● San Leandro Art Association members’ paintings and various Northern CA with 21st. art work will be on display at the San Leandro Library, 300 Estudillo “Make your house a Dupree’s home” Century Technology) Ave. thru April 28 during regular library hours. 43 1900 E. 14th St. • San Leandro DuiOffice.com Years ● Hayward Chinese School Art featuring Chinese calligraphy, brush Experience 357-3000 (510) 346-6666 painting, mixed media and crafts by the art students of the Multicultural www.Duprees-Furniture.com CREDIT Education Research Center will be on display until April 26 at The Ala- 14895 East 14th Street, Suite 485, San Leandro OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 10AM-6PM • SATURDAY 10AM-5PM • CLOSED SUNDAY meda County Law Library, 125 12th St. in Oakland. CASTRO VALLEY FORUM 6 Wednesday, April 19, 2017 Evergreen Nursery Wins StopWaste Award Summer Evergreen Nursery in San Le- green sold enough compost and andro received a 2017 Business recycled mulch to convert over Efficiency Award for Excellence 19,000 square feet of lawn into Job Fair in Waste Prevention last month drought-tolerant gardens. from the Alameda County Waste In accepting the award, Gener- Management Authority. al Manager Doug Swint credited Saturday The Authority, known simply the support from employees and Those seeking seasonal em- as “StopWaste,” cited Evergreen’s interest from customers for Ever- ployment this summer can get a outstanding performance in pro- green’s unique inventory. jump on their search at the Ala- moting sustainable landscape pro- “During the drought, people meda County Fair’s Summer Job grams ranging from “Bay-Friendly were looking for alternatives to Fair his Saturday, April 22. Gardening” to “Lawn to Garden.” turf with high water requirements, Representatives from the Fair, The nursery hosts frequent so we started to carry more native Spectra Food Service and Venue talks and workshops on garden- and drought tolerant options and Evergreen Nursery GM Doug Smart will be on hand to provide ing techniques like sheet mulch- sheet mulching supplies,” he said. Swint receives StopWaste’s information, accept applications ing. Using this method, a lawn is Evergreen Nursery was one of Business Efficiency Award and interview potential candidates. covered with cardboard, compost only five businesses in the county from Deborah Cox, Alameda PHOTO BY HAYWARD AREA RECREATION DISTRICT Most positions start Mid-June and mulch. In just two years of to receive the award. County Waste Management and run through the second week promoting sheet-mulching, Ever- —Michelle Fay, StopWaste Authority Board Member. nd of July. Students, first-time appli- HARD’s 72 Annual cants, retirees and all others inter- ested in short-term employment are encouraged to attend. Candi- Egg Hunt and Parade dates must be 16 or older to apply. The job fair runs from 10 a.m. The Hayward Area Recreation District hosted the 72nd Annual Egg Hunt and Bonnet Parade at Kennedy Park to 2 p.m. at the Fairgrounds’ “Q” in Hayward on Saturday. More than 1,000 children Building at 4501 Pleasanton Ave., came to the park with baskets in tow, ready to find the Pleasanton. Attendees should enter thousands of eggs hidden in the grass. Four dozen at Gate 12 off Valley Blvd. and fol- EARTH DAY kids dressed in bonnets opened the festivities, parad- low the signs for parking. ing around the train station and vying for the awards For more information, visit ala- 2017 for the prettiest, most unusual or most colorful bonnet. medacountyfair.com
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Ensure Learning Continues Over Summer Break DIGITAL DIET
Long breaks from reading, Supplement these experiences Establish Boundaries writing and critical thinking can with tools that go beyond a stan- be detrimental for students. That’s dard workbook using interactive For Kids’ Media Use why savvy parents ensure that kids elements. Tools like this can make keep learning over summer. a tedious subject entertaining. From TV to smart phones to so- tute unstructured play and human But you don’t need to replicate Foster their Interests cial media, our lives are dominated interaction for screen time. The a classroom to reap the benefits of The school year can be hectic by 24/7 media exposure. Despite opportunity to think creatively, summer studies. After all, it’s called and isn’t necessarily an ideal time this, many children and teens have problem solve and develop rea- “vacation” for a reason. Here are for a child to take on new hobbies. few rules around their media use. soning and motor skills is more few fun ways to keep kids’ brains Summer however, is the perfect “It is time for a renewed com- valuable for the developing brain on high alert all season: time of year to encourage kids to mitment to change the way we ad- than passive media intake. Make Math Fun explore new interests through the- dress media use,” says Dr. Thom- • Take an active role in your The more interactive and hands- matic summer camps, community as K. McInerny, president of the children’s media education by on you can make math, the more classes and sports teams. American Academy of Pediatrics co-viewing programs with them engaged they’ll be. So avoid drill- You can also nurture interests (AAP). “In the same way you may and discussing values. You may ing them with stale worksheets. through non-fiction literature to need to guide children on how to consider having your own profile Play a board game like “Mo- help bridge the gap between last eat nutritiously, you can foster a on the social media sites your chil- nopoly,” and bestow the role of school year and the next. healthy media diet.” dren use. “banker” on your child. Or, let Get Informed In a digital world ever in flux, • Keep the computer in a pub- them handle the real thing on out- The implementation of new ed- the AAP is offering some key lic part of your home, so you can ings by letting them pay the ice ucation policies and standards can tips for families looking to make check on what your kids are doing cream vendor and the grocer. You be difficult on students, but you smarter media choices: online and how much time they can even consider capitalizing on can help smooth the transition and • Make a media use plan, in- are spending there. the summer weather with a lemon- prepare your child for the coming Summer is the perfect time of year to encourage kids to nur- cluding mealtime and bedtime • Look for media choices that ade stand – it’s a great first small school year. ture interests through non-fiction literature to help bridge “curfews” for media devices. Me- are educational, or teach good val- business experience. —StatePoint the gap between last school year and the next. dia use plans take into account not ues– such as empathy, racial and only the quantity, but the quality ethnic tolerance – and interperson- and location of media use. Screens al skills. should be kept out of kids’ bed- • If you’re unsure of the quality How to Help Your Teen Find Success in School rooms. of the “media diet” in your house- • Excessive media use has been hold, consult with your children’s For most teens, one of the best Sleepy teens may fare worse in Play Crucial Role Parents concerned that their associated with obesity, lack of pediatrician on what your kids are ways to find success in school is to school than their well-rested peers. Teens should be encouraged teen is sleeping too little or too sleep, school problems, aggression viewing, how much time they are get enough sleep. Studies show that teens who are to get enough sleep every night much should consult a board-cer- and other behavior issues. Limit spending with media, and privacy When well rested, teens are sleep deprived may be more easily to recharge. The AASM advis- tified sleep medicine physician entertainment screen time to less and safety issues associated with more likely to be healthy, ener- distracted and recall information es parents and caregivers to help or visit www.sleepeducation.org than one or two hours per day. social media and Internet use. getic and have a positive attitude more slowly. Sleeping fewer than by modeling healthy sleep hab- to find an accredited sleep center • For children under 2, substi- —StatePoint toward life in general—helping the recommended hours is also its, promoting a consistent sleep nearby. them be their best and do their best associated with attention, behavior schedule and creating a quiet sleep —North American Precis Synd., Inc. in school and at home. and learning problems. environment for their teens. To help, the National Healthy Lack of sleep may also affect Additionally, setting restrictions Little Sunshine Sleep Awareness Project launched teens’ athletic performance. When on screen time before bed is key to Tutoring Is the “Sleep Recharges You” cam- teens sleep, hormones are released helping teens get to sleep on time. Learning Center paign, urging teens to get eight to that help them grow taller and de- Teens may be tempted to keep us- 20375 Wisteria St., Castro Valley 10 hours of sleep per night to pro- velop muscles. Sleep helps restore ing their laptops, smartphones and Caring Tours & Play Dates Available Call for Appointment mote optimal health. energy to the brain and body. game consoles late into the night Rediscover Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2017! “It’s important to make sleep a Studies show that teens who rather than going to sleep. the joy of Full-time & Part-time preschool programs for 2 year olds priority,” said Dr. Ronald Chervin, sleep less than the recommended It is also important that parents learning through 1st grade entry • Programs designed for social, cognitive academic, physical and emotional skills, president of the American Acad- hours are more likely to be over- and local school boards work to- • Summer Fun Bilingual Teachers • Non-potty trained children are welcome emy of Sleep Medicine. “Setting weight and develop hypertension gether to implement high school • Get Ahead
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Library made a side proposal that unsafe. Esparza. He competed in the tenth Annual Any of those options would they be able to store their surplus Scott Terry, who lives in Palo- American Cup Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Tourna- include installing portable class- books for their annual book sales mares Canyon, said in the past few ment, held at the Cow Palace, in San Fran- rooms, which the MAC didn’t like. at the old library, at least until a years there have been seven speed- cisco, on Saturday, April 8. “I don’t like the idea of tearing new tenant comes in. Currently, ing cars that have flown off the Esparza shined in his two matches en down a brick and mortar building most of the books are in a shipping road and crashed, three into power route to a gold medal. The first was a lop- for portables,” said MAC chair container. poles which left residents without sided victory, as he beat his first opponent Marc Crawford. Palomares Road electricity, one into a telephone by scoring 51 unanswered points. He was Another wrinkle is if the school Also at Monday night’s MAC see MAC on back page superior to his game opponent in the second district got the site it would not match and won convincingly, to earn the need to consult the MAC or the gold medal. CV 6, Alameda 1 on Thursday, April 13 county about how they use it, as Singles Esparza’s coaches are proud of his prog- they are exempt from certain or- 1. Timothy Wu (CV) - Maxwell Conlin 6-4, 6-0 ress and his strong work ethic, as he contin- dinances. Clark promised they 2. Edward Wong (CV)- Raymond Yao 6-3, 6-3 ues to train at ZMATA, located in Castro would cooperate. 3. Rohit Sinha (CV) - Greciano Lactate 6-0, 6-2 Valley. The Veterans of Foreign Wars 4. Alex Low (CV) - Lawrence Xu 6-1, 6-1 made another proposal, saying Doubles they’d keep the building standing, 1. Gabe Priem / Dustin Fong (CV) - CASTRO VALLEY INDEPENDENT SPORTS LEAGUE do their own repairs, and use it as Josh Yoon / Jeremy Chen 6-3, 6-4 a veterans hall and community 2. Sam Yuen / Brandon Fong (A) - Youth Baseball and center. Leon Chen / Brandan Soo 6-2, 1-6, 7-5 Flag Football Programs Over two dozen veterans, in- 3. Ashir Gupta / Scott Coleman (CV) - Andrew Dao / Stephen Schneider 6-1, 6-0 www.CVISPORTSLEAGUE.org cluding a 102-year-old man who served in World War II, came to the meeting to urge the MAC to CV 7, Arroyo 0 on Tuesday, April 11 Singles support their idea. 1. Timothy Wu (CV) - V. Troung 6-0, 6-1 By Chris Richcreek • SPECIAL TO THE FORUM SPORTS QUIZ “We need a building that will 2. Dustin Fong (CV) - Tommie Tran 6-1, 6-4 satisfy the needs of veterans,” 3. Leon Chen (CV) - William Ly 6-3, 6-3 said Jim Smith of the American 4. Gabe Priem (CV) - Noafi Layson 6-0, 6-2 1. In 2016, Colorado’s Trevor Story became the fifth major-league Legion. “The library itself is a player since 1900 to homer in each of his team’s first four games. ANSWERS Doubles very beautiful building – a proud 1. Ashir Gupta / Peter Maina (CV) - Name two of the other four to do it. 1. Chris Davis (2013), Nelson Cruz building, paid for by the people of Danny Tran / Stephen Gong 6-2, 6-4 2. Which Cy Young Award winner had the highest ERA? (2011), Mark McGwire (1998) Castro Valley.” 2. Alexander Long / Tony Gugg (CV) - and Willie Mays (1971). 3. Since the 2000 college football season, how many Heisman Trophy No vote was taken at the Niko Mylllumati / Junar Eugeno 6-2, 2-6, 6-4 2. Lamar Hoyt of the Chicago TENNIS SCORES CVHS BOYS 3. Thomas Wu / Ethan Kwong (CV) - winners have been running backs? White Sox had a 3.66 ERA in 1983. meeting and Crawford said he 4. How many times has Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul led the 3. Three: Reggie Bush of Southern anticipates “many more public Charles Reyes / Alan Li 6-0, 6-1 NBA in assists per game for a season? Cal (2005 – later vacated), Mark meetings” before any decision is 5. When was the last time before 2016 that the Montreal Canadiens Ingram of Alabama (2009) and reached, but the vets clearly had Derrick Henry of Alabama (2015). tallied 10 goals in a game? more support from the MAC. Kinsella Scholarship Fund 4. Four times -- the 2007-08, 2008- MAC member Chuck Moore 6. Wayne Taylor Racing captured the Rolex 24 at Daytona in 2017. 09, 2013-14 and 2014-15 seasons. pledged to help with the repairs Castro Valley Little League has la who was instrumental in helping When was the last time the team won the race? 5. It was 1990, versus Pittsburgh. and MAC member Dave Sadoff started the Kinsella scholarship, a CVLL achieve great things to bet- 6. It was 2005, when the team 7. Who was the last British female tennis player before Johanna Konta called the VFW proposal “clearly $500 college scholarship fund for ter the league. For instructions and in 2016 to reach the top 10 in the rankings? was known as Sun Trust Racing. 7. Jo Durie, in 1984. superior” adding that demolishing graduating high school seniors, an application, go to the website (c) 2017 King Features Synd., Inc. the old library was a “non-starter.” that have played for CVLL for a www.CastroValleyLittleLeague. minimum of 5 years. The Kinsel- com. For more information, please la Scholarship is named after be- contact Michele Nicol Sponsor loved former President Joe Kinsel- Chairperson 510-541-5565 Bay-O-Vista Family Fitness, Gym, Swim & Tennis Club, Inc. 1881 Astor Dr., San Leandro, Castro Valley Boarder NEVER AGAIN - ONE TIME OFFER! 510-357-8366 • email: [email protected] Grand Opening Swim Lesson & Tennis Programs Our Never Again Special DON’T PAY UNTIL JUNE Once in a Lifetime Offer 2 Mo. 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Allow ing professional to evaluate the Special to the Forum the area to dry, undisturbed, for at problem and provide an estimate hether it’s just a few least a day. for repairs. Wood floors can have a Beautiful Hayward Land scratches or some serious If the scratches and dents are lot of impact on a house’s value, so with over 14 Acres in de- dents, hardwood floors deep and numerous, or if the wood take care of them and get profes- sirable “Hayward Hills” Wcan be challengeing to maintain. is seriously damaged, warped or sional help for a complex job. area. Views and even a The easiest way to reduce those splintered, bring in a wood floor- © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc. meandering creek. Re- scratched areas by the front door is lax and enjoy these two to consider buying a large mat to RECENT HOME SALES parcels. Annex sewer cover that area so that outside dirt line is in the street. Sur- and sand will land on the mat and Castro Valley ————————— veyed and some soil not scuff up the floor’s finish. 4861 Seven Hills Road 94546 $740,000 3 BD - 1,302 SF - 1966 tested. Ideal spot for pri- 19773 Stanton Avenue 94546 $500,000 3 BD - 1,113 SF - 1940 0000 Arbutus Court, Hayward • $595,000 For other minor surface scratch- 17671 Trenton Drive 94546 $830,000 3 BD - 1,475 SF - 1963 vacy yet minutes from Call Kristy for a private showing es, you can use a stain marker TOTAL SALES: 3 Highway 580. This land (available at home-improvement LOWEST AMOUNT: $500,000 MEDIAN AMOUNT: $820,000 is located near home Kristy Peixoto, REALTOR, GRI,CRS and flooring stores) in a matching HIGHEST AMOUNT: $830,000 AVERAGE AMOUNT: $852,722 up to the $2,500,000.00 Direct: 925-251-2536 Mobile: 510-909-4286 color. A video by The Rosebud [email protected] CA DRE #BRE 01256255 San Leandro ————————— Range. | Company (rosebudfloors.com/ 329 Best Avenue 94577 $625,000 3 BD - 1,164 SF - 1941 hardwood-floor-videos/) shows 433 Harlan Street #203 94577 $370,000 3 BD - 1,033 SF - 1964 2077 Washington Av #312 94577 $370,000 2 BD - 960 SF - 1984 a couple of ways to blend in the 1760 142nd Avenue 94578 $435,000 3 BD - 1,083 SF - 1942 color, particularly by blotting the 2204 166th Avenue 94578 $855,000 N/A BD - N/A SF - N/A marker on a cloth and then rubbing 1448 Fairmont Drive 94578 $572,000 3 BD - 1,428 SF - 1947 690 Fargo Avenue #11 94579 $360,000 2 BD - 1,020 SF - 1965 the cloth over the scratch to more 1242 Fordham Avenue 94579 $630,000 3 BD - 1,081 SF - 1951 seamlessly blend it in. TOTAL SALES: 8 For small dents where the wood LOWEST AMOUNT: $360,000 MEDIAN AMOUNT: $503,500 Estate, Ranch & Land Realtors... is compressed downward slightly, HIGHEST AMOUNT: $855,000 AVERAGE AMOUNT: $527,125 Estatesandranches.com you can try a couple of methods. On unvarnished floors, you can try to steam out the dent. (Always test this method first in an incon- Luxury Looks a Bit Different These Days spicuous area, and don’t do it if the 4950 Beacon Hill Dr. CASTRO VALLEY By Carl Medford, CRS idea of being able to walk to favor- bottles in strategically placed tem- finish in the test area turns white Special to the Forum ite restaurants, shops, parks and perature-controlled wine rooms. or very cloudy.) Take a clean, lint- Spectacular single level 4 Bdr., 2.5 Ba., home with dbl. car ga- ooking for a luxury home? other community features. 8. Exercise facilities. The larger free cloth and a steam iron. Spritz a rage in mint condition. Featuring a huge family room with vaulted A few short years ago, that 5. Access to the outdoors. the room the better, complete with bit of water directly onto the dent, ceilings, gas fireplace, formal living and dining room. Beautiful master suite and bath, Dual pane windows, 200 sq ft. sun room meant buying a massive, Think window walls that slide out a full range of equipment, mirrors place the cloth on top, and with the with hot tub, beautiful landscaping and solar. Near Independent multi-storiedL home in a gated of sight and open entire living ar- and video screens. iron on its maximum setting and elementary, approx 2400 sq. ft. Asking $975,000 community. Times have changed, eas to the outside. And, once the 9. A massive garage. No longer the steam turned on, press it over however, and tastes have migrated. walls are retracted, luxury owners is a 3-car garage adequate; many the cloth and move in a small cir- Coldwell Banker Real Estate Here are 10 features today’s want to walk out into beautiful upscale buyers want a place to cular pattern for about a minute. Call Trish Radovich:510-367-7999/[email protected] luxury buyers desire in their new outdoor living spaces designed store their car collections. Lift up the iron, check under the 21060 Redwood Rd. Ste. 100, Castro Valley digs: with entertaining in mind, includ- 10. Home theaters. The more cloth, then repeat the steps. 1. One level living. Tired of ing full high-end outdoor kitchens. these spaces imitate a theater, the A second method, particularly Established 1989 moving up-and-down to access 6. Modern bathrooms. Sleek better, with food-prep facilities, if you’re worried about ruining parts of the home, growing num- Euro-styled plumbing fixtures are surround sound, high-end seating the floor finish, is to cover the bers of luxury buyers want sin- all the rage, along with remote and spectacular video equipment. dent with wood putty and stain to gle-level homes. controlled bidets, heated toilet Sound appealing? Be prepared match. Apply the putty one small 2. Smart home features. Au- seats, radiant heat systems, steam to pay. True luxury has never come amount at a time, smoothing it Business • Real Estate • Trusts tomated climate control systems rooms, shower systems, touchless cheap and even though tastes are completely into the depression, top the list, followed with custom faucets and entertainment features changing, the price tags… are not. until it’s filled and flush with the •Quality Representation lighting, shades, entertainment such as mirrors with built-in flat Carl Medford is a licensed Re- surrounding floor. Then use a stain •Practical Advice systems and state-of-the-art secu- screen televisions. Access to a altor with Keller Williams Realty. marker in a color matching the 510-881-8700 Mark D. Poniatowski rity and video systems that can be massive walk-in closet is a must. This article is sponsored by the wood — either apply directly to www.ponlaw.com controlled from wall pads, smart 7. Wine rooms. Current luxu- Central County Marketing Associ- the putty or blot a cloth with the devices and voice commands. ry buyers want to showcase their ation at www.ccmgtoday.com. stain and dab or rub into the put- 20980 Redwood Rd., Ste #200 • Castro Valley, CA 94546 3. Gourmet kitchens. The trend is for high-end, commer- Coming Soon • 19380 Brusk Court, Castro Valley • Open Sat & Sun, April 29 & 30 cial-grade appliances with all the bells and whistles, extensive food Thanks for a great This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, located in the prep areas, massive storage and desireable Castro Valley school district, sits more. They also want the kitchen on a huge lot with a detached building — to be a part of a greater space, so start to 2017! perfect for office or playroom. Other features that food-related activities can be 7 Sales Totaling More Than $5,000,000 include new paint inside and out, hardwood factored into everything else that’s floors and possible side access.Offered at going on. $608,888. 4. 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By Jim Miller one or both ears when no external causing your tinnitus is to see an SPECIAL TO THE FORUM sound is present. audiologist, or an otolaryngologist Medi-Cal The sounds, which can vary in – a doctor who specializes in ear, Tinnitus is a common condi- pitch and loudness, are usually nose and throat diseases (com- tion that affects around 45 million worse when background noise is monly called an ENT). The many Planning Americans, but is usually more low, so you may be more aware things that can cause tinnitus are: prevalent in the 60-and-older age of it at night when you’re trying • Age-related and noise-in- My wife suffers from de- group. Here’s what you should to fall asleep in a quiet room. For duced hearing loss – this is most mentia and has been in a know along with some tips and most people tinnitus is merely an- common cause. nursing home for some treatments that may help. noying, but for many others it can • Middle ear obstructions, Q time. About a year ago, What is Tinnitus? be extremely disturbing. which are usually caused by a we put everything in my name so Tinnitus (pronounced tin- Tinnitus itself is not a disease, build-up of earwax deep in the ear she could qualify for a Medi-Cal NIGHT-us) is the sensation of but rather a symptom of some canal. subsidy to help pay for her care. hearing a ringing, buzzing, roar- other underlying health condition. • The side effects of many dif- We currently have only simple ing, hissing or whistling sound in The best way to find out what’s ferent prescription and nonpre- wills which leave everything to the scription medicines like aspirin, survivor of us, and then to our two ibuprofen, certain blood pressure children. Is this the best plan? medicines and diuretics, some antidepressants, cancer medicines Tinnitus is the sensation of hearing a ringing, buzzing, roar- By Gene L. 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#3434 BWC Castro Ad_assistedliving.indd 2 11/6/14 12:50 PM CASTRO VALLEY FORUM Wednesday, April 19, 2017 11 Osofsky: Benefit of Special Needs Trust continued from previous page erything to your children by trust. granted, your estate assets would Special Needs Trust (“S-SNT”) But, if your wife survived you, the be so transferred, and the probate for her benefit. “switch” would trigger and trust could then be closed. The S-SNT is a special trust assets would, instead, transfer to This plan does require that it be which would hold these assets in the Will to create the S-SNT for in place before your demise and its the name of a “friendly” trustee, her. design and implementation does who would use them to pay for ex- Because the S-SNT for a spouse require special skill. I recommend tra things for your wife not provid- must be created by will, it requires that you seek out a knowledgeable ed by Medi-Cal, such as a TV in some involvement by the probate Elder Law or Special Needs attor- her room, occasional outings, and court after your demise. ney to assist you in creating it. perhaps companion visits. Fortunately, this requirement Note: A variation of this plan Because the assets would be does not necessarily mean that would be suitable for a couple, owned by the trustee, they would your estate would need to go presently in good health, who wish not count as hers and would thus through a full probate. It only re- to plan for the possible future long not undermine her continued eli- quires that, after your demise, a term care needs of the survivor of gibility for Medi-Cal. One of your petition be filed in the probate them. children could serve as trustee. court seeking an order formally Gene L. Osofsky is an elder Upon her later demise, the bal- establishing the S-SNT and au- law and estate planning attorney ance remaining would go to your thorizing its funding from your in Hayward. Visit his website at children or other designated bene- probate estate. Once the order is www.LawyerForSeniors.com. ficiaries. This spousal S-SNT requires Castro Valley 4th grade students, and instructors, September 1929. that your plan be structured in a very special way. Because of a quirk in the law, it must be cre- Senior Residential & Assisted Living History: School was Condemned in 1954 ated by Will, and not by trust. In this sense the S-SNT created for a • 24 Hour Care • Socializing continued from page 3 to build the Adobe Nursery School rolled. By this time the building spouse is very different from the • Activities • Chef Prepared Meals During the Great Depression, just behind the main campus. You was beginning to show its age. In Special Needs Trust sometimes • Housekeeping • Laundry the school, like many others in the may know this building today as 1954, the school was condemned. created for a child or grandchild • Quality of Life • Independence area, benefited immensely from the Adobe Art Center. It was briefly considered as a on public benefits. • Legacy the Works Progress Administra- In the school’s brief history, possible “little” courthouse for Your plan could still use a trust Private and Shared Apartments Available! tion (WPA). In 1936, $20,000 in there was scarcely a year when Alameda County, but the Board and companion will. They would WPA funds allowed the school there wasn’t some construction or of Supervisors quickly rejected be structured so that they worked Call today for a Free Lunch & Tour Yes, we are to build an auditorium. In 1937, expansion. the idea claiming if it wasn’t safe together but contained a kind of 510-276-2872 Pet Friendly! the school received $6,000 for its In the early 1950s, Castro Val- for children, than it wasn’t safe for “toggle switch.” If your wife pre- License#015601501 landscaping and playground. In ley Grammar was bursting at the adults. deceased you, then upon your own 1938, $15,000 more was allocated seams with over 600 students en- see HISTORY on back page later demise they would pass ev- 21000 Mission Blvd., Hayward CA 94541
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tee makes a recommendation to jury. The three members should Castro Valley Sanitary District to regarding some of the proposed the full MAC taints the process. remove themselves from this submit a written protest against rate increases (five erroneous LETTERS to the Editor Three MAC members are below committee now or if they contin- the proposed sewer service rate commercial user rate increases, the threshold of a violation of the ue, they should recuse themselves increases by June 6, 2017, as well and seven erroneous institutional MAC Plan on Daughtrey members reportedly has been formed to review all of the pro- Brown Act regarding public meet- from the public hearing on this as attending the public hearing user rate increases). The new Building ‘Fraught with ings, but just barely. issue. Anything less leaves the en- scheduled for June 6, 2017. notice corrected those errors. Serious Problems’ posals and then make a recom- mendation to the full MAC as to The professionals on the tire process under a cloud and un- The reason I stated in my prior Significantly, the new notice Editor: which developer should be given County staff are qualified and dermines the public’s confidence letter was that there is absolutely also changed the hearing date and The recent report that 7 or 8 a chance to exclusively pursue fully capable of analyzing these in this bodies ability to make an no need to raise the sewer service time to submit written protests commercial real estate developers their vision for development of proposals. They can provide the unbiased recommendation. fees because the $3.5 million from June 6, 2017, to May 23, have responded to the County’s this site. MAC with an unbiased review —Cliff Sherwood, Castro Valley blunder in the FY 2015-2016 2017. RFP for redevelopment of the This process is fraught with and the MAC can then carry out budget would cover any projected I now urge all ratepayers of the former Daughtrey’s building is Urges CVSan Ratepayers to serious problems and raises the the functions they were appointed deficits for FY 2017-2018 and FY Castro Valley Sanitary District to encouraging. Turning this prop- Submit Rate-Hike Protests specter of favoritism. to do – listen to the staff report, 2018-2019. submit a written protest against erty into a job and tax generating By May 23 Having three MAC members hear public testimony and then On April 8th I received a the proposed rate increases by asset will benefit our community. on the committee that reviews the make a recommendation. Editor: new notice regarding the rate May 23, 2017, as well as attend- A committee composed of proposals and then that commit- The MAC should not be the In a letter to the Editor on April increases. It turns out that the ing the public hearing scheduled County staff and three MAC investigator, prosecutor, judge and 5th I urged the ratepayers of the original notices contained errors for May 23, 2017. —Ken Owen, Castro Valley Petition Available on Pot Obituaries Ordinance Changes BECKER, Alexander David Editor: MORGAN, Lawrence Merritt For those who are concerned Margaret “Margo” Ann Newman NEWMAN, Margaret with the expanded numbers and September 3, 1938 – April 9, 2017 SUTTER, Barbara sizes of marijuana dispensaries in our community, the sales of Margo was welcomed into her eternal rest n by her Lord and Savior on April 9, 2017 in MORGAN, Lawrence Merritt marijuana edibles without any Hayward after enduring years of illness. passed away on April 10, 2017. There will be a viewing in Sonora, California testing policies in place, and She was born on September 3, 1938 to at Terzich and Wilson Funeral Home, drug cultivation of marijuana Manuel and Lucy Viegas in Hayward, and 225 E. Rose St. The viewing is on near our homes and on our pre- lived in Hayward for most of her life. She spent Proudly providing compassionate Friday, April 21, from noon to 2 p.m., cious agricultural land, be aware six years in San Diego and a few months in followed by a celebration at 10735 Lubbock, Texas before returning to the East Bay. that these proposals are now be- and exceptional services to our Joaquin Morris Road, in Sonora. For ing pushed before the Alameda Margo is survived by her 4 daughters, more information, contact Monica Catherine Major, Sheryl James, Patricia Venegas diverse community. Family owned Barnett at 510-396-0309. County Board of Supervisors and Suzette Euell; sons-in-law, Harry Major and by Supervisors Nate Miley and Curtis Venegas; 13 grandchildren, Ryan Major, with a private onsite crematory, Scott Haggerty. Alana (Major) Smith, Kristen Major, Michelle reception facilities, premium video CASTRO VALLEY Some, including the County (Major) Brain, Melissa (Lessley) Varela, Monica (Lessley) Deacon, Morgan Sheriff’s Office, the Castro Valley Prause, Jessica Prause, Jeremy Venegas, Nicole Venegas, Jesse Venegas, Jacob system and ample parking. FORUM OBITUARIES Venegas and Danielle (Venegas) Hunter; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was may be emailed to: MAC, and others, favor respon- “Nana” to many other children. She was preceded in death by her parents and [email protected] sible oversight and regulation of two sisters, Gertrude and Marie. or faxed to 510-483-4209. our present dispensaries, but not During her life, she enjoyed spending time with her family, traveling with Include a phone number. expanded numbers and sizes of For help, call Patrick Vadnais her sister, and being creative. She attended New Life Christian Church in Castro Grissom’sChapel & Mortuary, Inc. dispensaries, not sale of edibles Valley, where she helped decorate the church for special events. at 510-614-1558 there without testing policies in A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at a later date. 267 East Lewelling Blvd. place, and not construction of four San Lorenzo • 510-278-2800 large drug cultivation sites to be www.grissomsmortuary.com|FD 1205 targeted for our county. Lisa M. Bradshaw Family Owned Since 1957 Sara L. Ennor A petition supporting this view Alexander David Becker is available at svs082@gmail. February 12, 1984 – January 2, 2017 com. A resident of Castro Valley, Folsom and LAWYER The members of the Board of Twain Harte, Alexander tragically passed away Barbara Sutter Supervisors are scheduled to hear on January 2, 2017 in Folsom, California, fol- April 10, 2017 ■ Wills & Trusts these propositions at their BOS lowing complications from pneumonia, just One of Castro Valley’s most elegant short of his 33rd birthday. Alex was dearly loved meeting at 1225 Oak Street, Suite ladies has passed unto a new horizon. by many who knew him as a handsome, polite, ■ Benefits, ERISA 534, Oakland at 1 pm on Tuesday, Barbara Sutter, a resident of Castro Val- gentle giant, with a kind, sensitive heart. There April 25. Your community voice ley since 1958, passed at the recently are no words that could ever adequately express ■ turned age of 94 on March 28. The gen- QDROs can be heard at that time. the loss of our beloved Alex. eral cause was ramifications that emerged The Supervisors meeting will Alex was born and raised in Castro Valley. be held at 1221 Oak Street, Suite As a youth, he developed an interest in scuba from a broken hip a couple of months diving and, at the age of 10, he and his father ago. Her passage reflected her personal 536, Oakland. took lessons together and became certified scu- characteristics of elegance and beauty. 510-633-9985 —Vicki Stadelman, Castro Valley ba divers on vacation in Jamaica. Alex also participated in many competitive Barbara was born in Oakland on sports such as swimming, soccer, basketball and football. He especially en- March 14, 1923. Her heritage was both Regulated Marijuana joyed baseball, which he played on organized teams from age 6 to 16. His Italian and German, although she dis- Dispensary ‘Would be Good played more of the characteristics of her Italian heritage than the Germanic Since 1965 love of baseball translated into becoming a lifelong San Francisco Giant’s For the Adults of CV’ Fan, where he attended many games at both the old Candlestick Park and the side. She grew-up in Oakland and attended Oakland High School, which is new Pac Bell (AT&T) Park. Alex and his father were excited to attend multiple where she met her husband to-be, Farren “Skip” Sutter. They were married Jess C. Spencer Editor: Playoff, World Series, and three World Championship games together. shortly after high school in Reno, Nevada. Skip was trained in the Merchant A well regulated, licensed med- Alex attended Castro Valley High School, where he participated in athlet- Marine, but left to marry Barbara and to join the U.S. Army during WWII. Mortuary & ical cannabis dispensary would ics on the varsity football team (middle linebacker) as well as the varsity track During the war, Barbara lived in the New York City area and in the state of be good for the adults of Castro team (discus) and graduated in 2002. Washington (Ft. Lewis), in support of her husband’s military service. Crematory After the war ended, Barbara and Skip returned to the Bay Area, settling Valley. It would be as secure as a After high school, Alex moved to Aptos, California, where he attended 21228 Redwood Rd., bank. Children do not get drugs Cabrillo College and worked in various construction jobs. During this time, in the Fairmont Terrace area adjacent to Castro Valley. In 1958, they moved to Castro Valley Alex lived adjacent to the Rio Del Mar beach, where he enjoyed the surf and Castro Valley, which is where she lived until her passage. Her husband, Skip, from dispensaries. sand with his chocolate lab, Wyatt. Alex later worked as a security guard in passed in 2012. He was a long-time officer in the Oakland Police Department. 581-9133 Residents who suffer from Fremont and as an apprentice carpenter in Danville. Barbara had attended both Merritt College and U.C. Berkeley. She had also arthritis, seizures, migraines, Alex acquired a love of nature and the great outdoors from his yearly fam- worked at the “Little Miss & Mister Shop” in downtown Oakland for many P.T.S.D., nausea from chemo, years, where she served as a manager of accounting and sales. A Family ily vacations in Tahoe, Monterey and Yosemite. and other illnesses improved During the last few years, Alex and his mother shared their love of nature Her primary passion was her family, having given birth to two sons — Tradition of by exploring and swimming in the lakes of Tuolumne County while living part Phillip in 1945 and Shawn in 1957. Phillip is married to his wife, Cindy, and by the treatment of cannabis time in Twain Harte. Alex made a hobby of learning about the wilderness, wild lives in Morro Bay. Shawn is married to Jim McBride and lives in Lodi. Quality Service and who can’t grow their own animals and ocean life. Barbara is survived by both children, as well as 2 grandchildren, Antony or travel to other towns would Alexander is survived by his father, Stuart Becker; his mother, Robin and Laura; and 5 great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Casandra, Amanda, Caitlynn and Care in find it helpful to have a medical Becker; his brother, Andrew Becker; his grandparents, Ronald and Marilyn and Antony II. Castro Valley cannabis dispensary in Castro In addition to her family, Barbara’s passions included animal rescue and Vanderbilt; his step-mother, Carole Becker; his step-brother, Brian Vander- Valley. bilt; his stepsisters, Jennifer Haiek and Cheryl Vanderbilt; and his godparents, gardening. She was a member of the Castro Valley Women’s Club for 45 years for over 50 Years. Steve and Minnie Becker. He will also be missed by many close uncles and and the San Leandro Garden Club for 44 years. She served as President of the Sales taxes collected could aunts, Richard and Sharon Becker, Michael and Susan Becker, Randy and San Leandro Garden Club from 1982-84. She was also a long-time supporter benefit many. Debbie Vanderbilt, Richard and Sarah Vanderbilt, Randy and Renee Kay, the of the Sulphur Creek Nature Center. Her generosity, however, extended to all As with any drug, marijuana Boshard and Rich families as well as his many cousins and extended family. causes for the good of people and the local community. should not be in the hands of There will be a Celebration of Alex’s Life in the Julia Morgan Chapel at At her request, there will be no memorial service. Donations in her mem- criminals. Chapel of the Chimes, 4499 Piedmont Ave., in Oakland on Saturday, April 22, ory are urged for the Hayward Animal Shelter or to any favored cause for her at 2 p.m. Family and friends are encouraged to attend and share their favorite friends. In her memory, all are asked to smile in her memory for the kindness —Winifred & Gerald Thompson memories. of being she displayed toward all. Castro Valley FD 1168 CR49 Letters continue on page 16 CASTRO VALLEY FORUM Wednesday, April 19, 2017 15 Pageant: Dancing, Musical Talents Were Also on Display LETTERS to the Editor continued from front page continued from page 14 Types of Chocolate” featured Accuses Liberals of Labeling Alternate Points of View Mikey Curtis, Christian Buck- As ‘Hatred’ lin, and Nasir-Eshay Hunt who described themselves as “white Editor: chocolate,” “tan and sweet choc- It never ceases to amaze me that whenever someone offers an al- olate,” and “the healthier alterna- ternative point of view it is called “hatred” by a member of the liberal tive, dark chocolate.” establishment. Musical talent was also on dis- Ms. Boyd, in her letter to the Forum (“Addressing ‘the Raging play. Paulo Pimentel blew a mean Hatred Thrust On the Community’,” Letters, April 12), states that, “we harmonica; dueling pianists Bodhi are pleading for peace, justice and equality that you (conservatives?) Dean Young and Evan Lee played have detained from us.” Three Blind Mice and Chopsticks, Really! How about when Trump supporters tried to hold a peaceful plus classical pieces; and Logan rally in Huntington Beach only to have a bunch of cowardly thugs in Gorkov performed a duet with masks show up with nothing but violent intent. Is this not “hatred”? Madrigal Ruby Welsh-Ferreyra. Or, more locally, when a conservative speaker recently came to Performing a variety of raps, Berkeley, the school ended up with over a million dollars worth of poems and original songs were Ian damage and who knows just how much human sacrifice. Doporto, Will Stein, Arrius Sala- Where is the “peace, Justice and equality” here? And just who is zar, and Kian Pantley. Salazar took doing the “detaining”? advantage of his moment on stage I certainly will agree with Ms. Boyd when she says, “we don’t need to invite his date to the prom. (She more hate.” But “hatred” it seems goes both ways. said yes.) I just wonder if any of this is being discussed when 1st Amendment Andre Juntilla, aka “Milkydre,” and freedom of speech is being taught in the Castro Valley School debuted a new rap with backup District. Based on what I’ve read so far, I think not. dancing by All Types of Choco- DANCIN’ UP A STORM: Mr. CV contestants get into “The Fresh Princes of CV” dance num- —Mark Dierkensen, Castro Valley late, whom Juntilla called “My ber at Friday night’s pageant at Castro Valley High School. Milk Duds.” LETTERS TO THE EDITOR For keeping his cool when tech- his lip-sync number, James Keith asked where he would live if mon- first ever “Miss Congeniality,” must include writer’s first and last names, phone nical difficulties almost derailed Vega was voted the “People’s ey wasn’t an issue. He answered Ariana Faizi. The event was cho- number, city of residence, and must be under 300 Choice” winner by the audience. that he’d be happy anywhere as reographed by Angelica Duarte, words. We reserve the right to edit as necessary. Jono Austin sang an excellent long as he could be with his fam- Brigid Keenan, Kayla Lubrin, Email letters to: [email protected] or mail to: Eden: Vote “Phantom of the Opera” tune with ily, because they are always there Hana Pryor, Lucy Sabatelli and The Forum, P.O. Box 2897, Alameda, CA 94501. soprano Gracie Hancock. Austin for him. Kelly Zoffada. continued from page 2 was voted Mr. Congeniality and When he was crowned, Jun- Judges were Kurt Burton, Sa- some sort of merger with the coun- also First Runner-up. tilla said he wished everyone up mantha Eckels, Maria Gresham, ty, saying she feared it might make Top five contestants were -Wil on stage could have a cape and a Stephanie Panko and John Wright. the district’s operations more com- son Xie, James Keith Vega, Bodhi crown. Men’s Wearhouse provided the Find More Local News plicated. Young, Jono Austin, and Andre “We all deserve it,” he said, contestants’ tuxedos. 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ADOPT-A-PET MAC: ‘Traffic Is Just Nuts’ continued from page 8 pole that took out landlines, and a handful of others – at least one of which was fatal. Terry said that the accident rate on Palomares Road is over three times the state average. “The traffic is just nuts,” said Terry. “Palomares Road isn’t a freeway, it is a residential road.” is a sweet,some- is a cute and affectionate TRUFFLE ROXY Representatives from the CHP times sassy gal. She loves soft 3-year-old who loves attention. and Sheriff’s Office backed Terry’s beds and cheek scratches. Best She enjoys playing with toys, statements, saying Palomares Road in an adult-only home. For more being on your lap, and walks. is dangerous and they don’t have info call Hayward Animal Shel- For more info call Hayward the manpower for more patrols, so ter: (510) 293-7200. Animal Shelter: (510) 293-7200. speeders aren’t being deterred. MAC member Moore said the problem also plagues Crow Can- yon and Norris Canyon – roads that used to be chiefly used by Bea Hampton’s Kindergarten Class at the Adobe Center, 1950 residents are now being used by commuters. Art Carrera of the county’s History: Served as Office for Vaccinations Public Works Department said that they are doing what they can continued from page 11 quickly purchased by a develop- at 22380 Foothill Boulevard in to slow speeders and have just re- Before being torn down, the er for about $100,000 dollars. By downtown Hayward. Visit our is an 8-year-old lil is a 2-year-old DSH, CHARLIE ANGEL ceived a federal grant to construct building served one more import- February of 1956, the site was website haywardareahistory.org guy who was abandoned at one super friendly, sweet and talk- four turnouts on Palomares Road, ant role—as the field office for home to a brand new Purity gro- or call (510) 581-0223 for more time but now safe. He is 10 lbs ative; perfect family cat. For which will give patrolling officers the county’s massive campaign to cery store. information. of fluff and love. For more info, more information, please com- a space to park and catch speeders. distribute Polio vaccines to area If you are interested in research- John Christian is Curator and complete an online application plete an online application at: “We are doing what we can,” children. ing local history please visit the Archivist of the Hayward Area at: www.dustypawsrescue.org www.dustypawsrescue.org said Carrera. The site of the school wasCVSan Hayward Forum Area Historical Ad for Society 4/19/2017 Historical Society.
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