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CINCO MAYO } SUNDAY RECIPES ON PAGE 10 LOWS: 48-53 San Leandro Times AN INDEPENDENT HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER SERVING SAN LEANDRO, ASHLAND, SAN LORENZO AND SHEFFIELD VILLAGE VOL. 29 • NO. 18 THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2019 SAN LEANDRO • CALIFORNIA Group May Block Plans for San Lorenzo Village By Amy Sylvestri San Leandro Times A group representing various cannot afford. unions has filed an appeal on the And Selna says that the Board housing development planned of Supervisors is notoriously for San Lorenzo Village, so the union-friendly and three supervi- long-empty site of the former sors (Nate Miley, Keith Carson, Mervyn’s store may stay that way and Scott Haggerty) are up for for the foreseeable future. see BLOCK, page 7 In February, the Alameda County Planning Commission approved a mixed-use devel- opment proposed by Demmon Partners to build 163 apartments Plans in with 12,000-square-feet of retail space on the 5.1-acre Hesperian Works for Boulevard parcel. Now, a group called the “East Bay Residents for Responsible Old Caltrans Development,” a labor union coalition, has filed an appeal to Property the Alameda County Board of PHOTO BY JIM KNOWLES Supervisors to block the project By Amy Sylvestri County Supervisor Nate Miley; Mike O’Donnell, managing director of the Mattress Recycling Council; Frank Atkins, on the grounds of the Califor- San Leandro Times director of retail, Habitat for Humanity East Bay; and Patty Wang Cross, events manager of Habitat for Humanity nia Environmental Quality Act A 300-acre swath of land East Bay cut the ribbon to open the permanent mattress recycling center at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore on (CEQA). from Cherryland to South Hay- San Leandro Street in Oakland last week. Rob Selna, the lawyer repre- ward that was once set for an senting Demmon Partners, said expansion of state route 238 that the unions don’t truly want (Mission Boulevard) could be an environmental study to be turned into sites for housing. New Drop-Off Spot for Old Mattresses conducted, they are just trying CalTrans bought the land to pressure Demmon into using in the 1960s for what was once By Jim Knowles on illegal dumping of mattresses. Store at 9235 San Leandro St. in Oakland. union labor. termed the “Foothill Freeway,” San Leandro Times Miley works with the Mattress Recy- Mattresses and box springs will be accepted Selna says the proof of that but the 14-mile project never Supervisor Nate Miley and recycling cling Council’s program, called “Bye Bye Tuesday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. is that the group didn’t send in a materialized and the City of Hay- firms aren’t going to take the problem of Mattress,” to have old mattresses recycled, to 5:30 p.m. The parking lot now has signs letter of concern about the project ward eventually bought the land, mattress dumping lying down. and not left on the street. so it will be hassle-free to drop off an un- until hours before it went to the which is divided into ten parcels Miley stepped up to the microphone At a ribbon cutting last Thursday, they wanted mattress. Planning Commission after a located both within the city limits at a ribbon cutting ceremony last week to launched a permanent mattress drop-off “This is my district, so I’m pleased series of eleventh hour meetings and in the unincorporated area. announce that everybody has to get tough location at the Habitat for Humanity Re- see MATTRESS, page 15 between the unions and Demmon Hayward describes the par- failed to yield an agreement. cels as being in a pre-planning Selna estimates that paying state and have earmarked large union wages would add $4 mil- portions of it for affordable and lion to the project’s $53 million market rate multi-family housing. Planner Promotes Green New Deal budget, which he says Demmon see LAND, page 7 By Amy Sylvestri might be done to get the city toward urban sprawl has led INSIDE YOUR TIMES San Leandro Times on the right track for the future, to more people spending time The “Green New Deal” has including using public transpor- When you commuting in cars and therefore ■ NEWS Calendar...... 4 been in the news since February tation. more carbon dioxide released “look at the Driver dies in crash when New York Congresswoman in the atmosphere. She told the Classified Ads...... 16 The San Leandro town hall on I-880. Page 3 Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez an- on April 22 was one of over 250 trajectory, crowd of around 50 that the basic Crime...... 3 nounced the platform of social meetings held around the country infrastructure of how people live, ■ NEIGHBORS Crossword...... 18 and economic measures to com- in commemoration of Earth Day we’re how they go to work, and more Homes...... 12 bat climate change. to discuss the ambitious environ- will have to change in order to Big party for Fred Burningham’s 100th birthday. Page 4 Home Services...... 16 Last week, San Leandro res- mental reform plan. realizing secure a sustainable future. Inquiring Reporter.... 19 ident and urban planner Emily “I’m really into the trajecto- it’s not The Green New Deal, like ■ SPORTS Breslin gave a talk at the Station ry of human civilization,” said FDR’s New Deal, would revi- Letters...... 19 Pirates baseball hoping SL co-working space on Hays Breslin. “ When you look at that talize the economy, proponents Lifestyle...... 10 sustainable. to make playoffs. Page 7 Street about what the Green New trajectory, we’re realizing it’s not say. Record low unemployment Obituaries...... 18 figures and record high stocks Deal might mean to San Leandro. very sustainable.” — Emily Breslin 38,500 EVERY THURSDAY Seniors...... 8 Breslin spoke about what Breslin said that the trend see GREEN, page 18 THE LARGEST FREE-DELIVERED NEWSPAPER IN THE EAST BAY

01 FRONT PAGE 05-02-19.indd 1 5/1/19 4:47 PM 2 THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2019 San Leandro Times Meeting Piedmont DAR Honors Two Students for Citizenship chedules By Lynn Peterson Martin and Kay Arnold S Special to the Times Grace Blair of San Leandro which includes: ■ CITY COUNCIL High School, daughter of Court- • Part I (70%) consists of the Council meets on the first and third ney and Wesley Blair; and Maeve student describing how he/she Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in Gilbert of Piedmont High School, has tried to manifest the qualities City Council Chambers, City Hall, daughter of Jamie Pehanich and of a good citizen. This Informa- 835 E. 14th St., San Leandro Len Gilbert, were this year's tion is submitted together with a For more information, call the Piedmont Chapter Daughters of copy of a grade transcript and two City Clerk at 577-3367. the American Revolution Good letters of recommendation from a ■ Citizens Award winners. close adult associate (other than SAN LEANDRO One candidate from each family). SCHOOL BOARD participating school is nominated • Part II (Essay) (30%) is ad- Board meets on the second Tuesday by the school’s staff, based on an ministered under supervision of a of each month at 7 p.m. in the outstanding degree of the criteria: faculty or DAR member proctor City Council Chambers, City Hall, Dependability, including and must be completed within 835 E. 14th St., San Leandro. truthfulness, loyalty and punc- 2 hours. This year’s essay title For more information, call tuality was “Our American Heritage and Michelle Mayfield at 667-3522. Service, including coopera- Our Responsibility for Preserving tion, courtesy and consideration It,” with a focus on What new of others challenges will America face as Leadership, including per- we move forward into the future? sonality, self-control, and the Each contest entry is eval- ability to assume responsibility uated by independent, non- Patriotism, which includes DAR judges. The Chapter's unselfish loyalty to family, winning entry receives a small San Leandro Times PHOTO BY BEVERLY MAYNE school, community and nation. scholarship as well as the Good An independent hometown Each candidate receives a Citizens Award materials and DAR Good Citizen award winners Maeve Gilbert (center) with her parents (left) Len Gilbert newspaper serving DAR Good Citizen Award con- is advanced through state and and Jamie Pehanich; and Grace Blair of San Leandro with her mother Courtney Blair. San Leandro, Ashland, sisting of a pin, a certificate, and national levels of judging. The San Lorenzo and Sheffield Village a wallet card. finalist at each level receives a Scholarship Contest and Pied- Each candidate is also given small scholarship. mont Chapter NSDAR's winning EDITORIAL the option to enter the DAR Good Both of this year's Good entry this year was Grace Blair of Mass for Santos Set for Fred Zehnder Citizens Scholarship Contest, Citizens opted to compete in the San Leandro High School. Editor and Publisher 9:30 a.m. Saturday May 4 The public is invited by the be held at Our Lady of Good Jim Knowles Managing Editor Santos family to a celebration of Counsel, 2500 Bermuda Ave. in [email protected] COMMIT YOUR FAMILY TO BE FIT! the life of former Mayor Tony San Leandro, on Saturday, May We Are Different From Other Fitness Clubs. Santos. A Memorial Mass will 4, at 9:30 a.m. Amy Sylvestri City Editor We Have A Family Atmosphere! 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02 NEWS 05-02-19.indd 1 5/1/19 2:53 PM San Leandro Times THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2019 3 POLICE & FIRE One of Two Alameda County Jails to Close Permanently

Last week, Alameda County Sheriff Greg Ahern announced the closing of the Glenn Dyer Jail in Oakland. “After extensive budgetary review and consideration of all possible options, we have made the difficult decision to close the Glenn E. Dyer Detention Facility,” said Ahern in a written statement. The jail, located on 6th Street near downtown Oakland, is a 20-story high-rise with a total capacity of 834 inmates. PHOTO COURTESY OF ACFD There are 576 cells on the six housing floors and two cells are Future Firefighters? on the hospital floor. The cells The Alameda County Fire Department played host to the kids of their staff last week are a minimum of 80 square feet. during “Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day.” There are two outdoor recre- ation yards, including a roof-top deck. The process of transferring Man Killed in Solo I-880 Collision inmates to Santa Rita Jail is be- A man was killed Monday Street exit, according to the Cal- Valley was pronounced dead at ginning, according to Sgt. Ray morning while driving south- ifornia Highway Patrol. the scene when his car hit the Kelley of the Alameda County bound on I-880 near the Davis Ruben Castro, 32, of Castro wall on the right shoulder of the Sheriff’s Office. freeway at 7:15 a.m. The dates and times of inmate No others cars were involved transfer will not be made public in the accident. The CHP said no for security purposes, but it’s estimated that the transition will drugs or alcohol are believed to PHOTO COURTESY OF ACSO be involved and they are investi- be finished in June, Kelly said. gating whether Castro had a med- Santa Rita has a capacity of The Glenn Dyer Jail in Oakland will soon be shut down, with inmates transferred to Santa Rita Jail in Dublin. ical emergency before the crash. up to 4,000 inmates. A Sig Alert was issued after the crash and one lane was closed ocial and emotional while the CHP investigated, but resiliency is a requisite all lanes were reopened by 9:30 HEALTHY MIND & a.m. foundation for our students Sto succeed inside and outside of BODY CROSSWORD ANSWERS the classroom. Graduates of San Leandro Unified will: • PURSUE A PASSIONATE, JOYFUL AND Shelter Event Saturday PURSUE A PASSIONATE, VIBRANT LIFE This Saturday, May 4, is “empty the shelters day” at JOYFUL AND VIBRANT LIFE Alameda County Animal Shelters. Qualified adopters may adopt a pet for a reduced fee of just $25. See SLUSD graduates are confident available pets online at www.alamedacountysheriff. in their intellectual, physical and org/cws_petadoption.php. If you can’t make it on Sat- emotional well-being. urday, the county shelter is open daily for you to meet pets (excluding county holidays) from 10:30 a.m. to They build interpersonal skills 5:30 p.m. at 4595 Gleason Drive in Dublin. and healthy relationships for life. They are able to make informed daily choices compatible with a CURRENT ISSUES AND INFORMATION FROM THE CITY OF SAN LEANDRO healthy lifestyle. They are lifelong learners. San Leandro Celebrates Some of the key initiatives in our strategic plan that support healthy Cinco de Mayo minds and bodies include: • Prevention and intervention programs that focus on health, Friday, May 3 - 6:00 p.m. wellness and positive personal, social development. Marina Community Center • Multi-tiered intervention framework for academic and 15301 Wicks Blvd. behavioral support. Enjoy a beautiful Spring evening as the city of San Leandro presents a fiesta for the entire family to celebrate! • School-based health center with wraparound emotional and physical health services. • Ballet Folklorico Mexicano • Aztec Dancers • Mariachi Music • Crafts for Kids • Theatrical Performance • Free Light Refreshments Learn more about the culture of excellence in San Leandro FREE ADMISSION Cinco de Mayo is an ASL & Spanish Unified at www.slusd.us. Interpreted Event

For information, please contact the San Leandro Recreation and Human Services Department at (510) 577-3462.

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❖ 21st Annual Cinco De Mayo Celebration Rose Show at the Lakeside Park Garden Cen- The City of San Leandro City Council will host ter, 666 Bellevue Ave. in Oakland on Sunday, its 21st annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration on May 5, from 1:30 to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Friday, May 3, at 6 p.m. at the Marina Com- Hundreds of blooms from local gardens will munity Center, 15301 Wicks Blvd. The fiesta be on display. The theme this year is “English is free and promises to be a fun celebration Roses in the Garden.” Come see which col- of Mexico’s culture and traditions. Mariachi orful and fragrant roses grow well in the East bands and the Ballet Folklorico de Carlos Bay. Talk with the growers, ask questions of Moreno will perform. Children will be able rosarians, and purchase rose plants. The East to make traditional Mexican arts and crafts. Bay Rose Society also welcomes the public to Spanish translation, and an ASL sign language attend its meetings held most months on the interpreter will be available. Light refreshments third Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. at the will be served. Lakeside Park Garden Center. For more infor- mation, go to www.eastbayroses.org. ❖ Buon Tempo Club Family Dinner The Buon Tempo Club is having a family ❖ Ohlone Audubon Meeting style dinner on Tuesday, May 7, at 7 p. m. at Ohlone Audubon will meet on Tuesday, May 7, Transfiguration Church, in the Mt. Tabor Hall, at 7:30 p.m. at the San Leandro Main Library, 4000 E. Castro Valley Blvd., in Castro Valley. 300 Estudillo Ave. Ed Harper, who has traveled Everyone is welcome to attend. A five-course around the world to photograph birds, will dinner of pasta pesto and chicken will be speak on the topic “Fabulous Falklands. He just served. Red and white wine and soda are also returned from the Falkland Islands in January included. Happy hour is at 6 p.m. The dinner is and says it’s at the top of his world destinations. $15 for members, $20 for non-members. Make No admission charge and refreshments will Burningham Family reservations by Friday, May 3, by calling the be served. For more information, go to www. Buon Tempo dinner line at 483-6929. For more ohloneaudubon.org. Celebrates Fred’s 100th Birthday information, about events or membership visit www.buontempoclub.org. ❖ Youth Orchestra Concert Fred Burningham (center, in baseball cap) turned 100 on April 20. His family hosted a dinner The Youth Orchestra of Southern Alameda celebration at JP’s family restaurant in Castro valley. Fred was born in England and moved ❖ SL Garden Club Spring Luncheon County (YOSAC) will present its Spring Con- to Canada. He and his beloved wife (Winifred) then came to San Leandro many years ago. The San Leandro Garden Club will host the cert on Saturday, May 11, at 3 p.m. at Cal State They both proudly became citizens of the United States. Fred loves living in San Leandro. 47th annual spring salad bar luncheon, “Plant East Bay, Music Building. YOSAC Concert Seeds of Happiness,” on Saturday, May 4, at the Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra and the Hori- First United Methodist Church, 1600 Bancroft zons Ensemble will perform their works. Tick- Ave. in San Leandro. Doors open at 10:30 a.m., ets are $10 general, $5 seniors and students. luncheon will start at noon. A donation of $17 YOSAC is a nonprofit organization started is suggested. There will be a pick-a-prize raffle. by parents, teachers and music professionals ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Previously loved jewelry, plants, accessories, to augment school instrumental programs of and pot scrubbers will be on sale. Reserved Southern Alameda County. For more infor- ❖ Chanticleers Theatre Friday, May 3. This funny and Broadway and a finalist for the seating only, to make reservations, call Sharon mation, visit www.yosac.com. Other Desert Cities searing play, by Jon Robin Baitz 2012 Pulitzer Prize. The show Chanticleers Theatre, 3683 Quail (creator of the hit ABC show runs from May 3 to May 26 on at 785-2057. Ave. in Castro Valley, presents Brothers & Sisters), was recent- Friday and Saturday nights at ❖ Hearing Loss Association Meeting ❖ Other Desert Cities, opening ly one of the hottest tickets on 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. (no San Leandro Readers Roundtable The Hearing Loss Association meeting will be show on May 5). Opening night, The San Leandro Readers Roundtable meets on Saturday, May 11, at the Oakland Kaiser May 3, includes Chanticleers Saturday, May 4, at 2 p.m. at the San Leandro Hospital, Fabiola Bldg., 3801 Howe St., lower by Salomé traditional complimentary hors Main Library, 300 Estudillo Avenue, to discuss level, room G26. Refreshments at 9:30 a.m HOROSCOPE © 2019 King Features Synd., Inc. d’oeuvres, desserts and beverage Sing, Unburied, Sing, Jesmyn Ward’s tale of with the program beginning at 10 a.m. The gala. General admission is $25, a family’s journey through Mississippi’s past speaker will be Attorney Steven Derby, whose ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This is a good week to look at healing seniors (60+), students, and mil- and present. All are welcome, and all books law practice is exclusively devoted to people bruised feelings and re-establishing weakened relationships. It’s also a good week to start new projects and make new job-linked contacts. itary is $20. On Bargain Night, discussed are available for purchase in the with disabilities. He tells how best to deal with May 4, all tickets are $18. For Library’s Booktique bookstore. unfair treatment in society. Parking is free on TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Music and art dominate the week, giving the sensual Bovine a lot to appreciate. On the practical side, deal firmly, but tickets, call 510-SEE-LIVE (733- Saturdays at the garage on Howe St. For more fairly, with those who might try to undermine your work efforts. 5483) or go to chanticleers.org. ❖ All Saints Food Pantry information, call 221-6080 or email info@ Everyone is invited to get free food at the hearinglosseb.org. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Good feelings continue to flow from your recent efforts to reconnect with family and friends. But be ready to defuse ❖ Student Art Display Food Pantry at All Saints, Saturday, May 4, a dispute before it can disrupt all that peace and harmony. Art by local students will be on at 911 Dowling Blvd., San Leandro. The only ❖ Mothers Day at Hayward Shoreline CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A practical view of a romanticized situation display from May 1 through June requirement is that you live in Alameda County. If your mother enjoys being outdoors, bring could help to clarify some of its more confusing aspects before you make a 3 at the Hayward Area Historical Hospitality room opens at noon. Come between her to the the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive decision that could be tough to undo later on. Society (HAHS), 22380 Foothill 1 and 2 p.m. with your grocery bags. Fresh Center, 4901 Breakwater Ave. in Hayward on LEO (July 23 to August 22) Pay more attention to what a recent spate Blvd. in Hayward with an open- fruits, vegetables, and breads, as well as pack- Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12 to discover of workplace criticism might say about your performance and not what you ing reception on Wednesday, aged foods are available. The Food Pantry is a shoreline dwellers in the teach and touch tank. think it implies about you personally. Some flexibility might be called for. May 1, from 5 to 7 p.m. The Gal- project of All Saints Neighborhood Center. The A naturalist will be on hand to help you explore VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) With new information, and lery is open Wednesday through pantry is open the first Saturday of every month. crabs, barnacles, worms, snails, and more in new promises of support (not to mention growing self-confidence), this Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. could be a good time to restart a project you couldn’t quite handle before. this up close, hands on experience. Afterwards, ❖ Busby Berkeley Films at SL Museum make a craft activity and take a self led hike LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Before you decide to close down a Experience the extravagant dance fantasies, in the 1800 acre park. For all ages and the fee problem-loaded project and make a fresh start with someone else, try once more to reach a compromise with your balky partner. He or she might surprise you. flamboyant costumes, perfectly timed chore- is $7 per person. 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06 FULL PAGE AD 05-02-19.indd 1 5/1/19 2:55 PM San Leandro Times THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2019 7 Pirates Baseball Beats Grizzlies, Keeps Playoff Hopes Alive By Andrew Joseph San Leandro Times

The San Leandro High for many years.” School baseball team beat San This game is considered the Lorenzo, 11-3, on Friday on the biggest rivalry game of the year Grizzlies home field. for both schools because all the “We wanted to play better student-athletes know each other today than we did on Wednesday from growing up in the same area. and I believe we accomplished “We have beaten a lot of good that,” said Pirates head coach teams this season like Arroyo, so Mike Bungarz. “The first inning I am happy whether we make the was not good for us but we settled playoffs or not,” added Shonnard. down and played solid baseball.” San Leandro won its first four The Grizzlies got out to an games of the season and they are early 3-0 lead in the first inning, hoping for a playoff run this year. but San Leandro responded with The Pirates are now 12-10 overall a barrage of runs in the second and 6-5 in league play. inning for an 11-3 lead that held “This upcoming series up as the final score. against Berkeley is an import- “As a team we have battled ant must-win series to solidify diversity all year so coming back our spot heading into Western from a 3-0 trail to win today Alameda County Conference was not unfamiliar to us,” said (WACC) playoffs and heading San Leandro outfielder Tyler into the North Coast Section Shonnard. (NCS) playoffs,” added first The pitching staff for the baseman Enrique Aguirre. “To Pirates proved to be one of the beat them we have to pitch well, pivotal factors in this game, play clean defense, and have not allowing any runs after the timely hitting.” second inning and consistently The Pirates will travel to getting strikes. Berkeley for a game on Friday at “Our chemistry is really good 4 p.m., the second game against with our guys,” said Bungarz. Berkeley this week, hoping to “Both teams today have known land a spot in the WACC playoff PHOTO BY ANDREW JOSEPH each other and grown up together picture this postseason. San Leandro High batter Danny Garcia hits a single to center as the Pirates defeated San Lorenzo on Friday.

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07 NEWS 05-02-19.indd 1 5/1/19 4:37 PM 8 THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2019 San Leandro Times SENIORS SOCIAL SECURITY 2020 Census Offers Temporary Make the Jobs Ideally Suited for Retirees Best Use county throughout the United ends. By Jim Miller SPECIAL TO THE TIMES States and Puerto Rico. Some In addition, most census Of Check positions require evening and/ jobs require employees to have The 2020 Census is a once- or weekend shifts because you access to a vehicle and a valid By Jeffrey Eglow a-decade job opportunity and must be available to interview driver’s license, unless public SPECIAL TO THE TIMES a great fit for retirees that have members of the public when transportation is readily avail- some free time on their hands they’re at home. And all posi- able. And have access to a com- If you’re like most on So- who wouldn’t mind earning tions require several days of on- puter with internet and an email cial Security, you need that some extra income while help- line and classroom training. account to complete training. check every month to buy ing the community. The pay ranges between How to Apply groceries and to keep a roof The U.S. Census Bureau is $13.50 and $30 per hour de- The first step is to complete over your head. But for a for- currently in the process of re- pending on position and loca- the online job application at tunate few that check is es- cruiting over 500,000 temporary tion. To find the pay rates in 2020census.gov/en/jobs. 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08 SENIORS 05-02-19.indd 1 5/1/19 2:55 PM San Leandro Times THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2019 9 SENIORS Will Medi-Cal Count Assets if Unaccessed Due to Dementia?

Our father is 90 years And, you are cure a doctor’s letter attesting to old and is being cared correct, in that your father’s incapacity and cor- for in a nursing home, a single person responding inability to handle Q which costs about over age 65 can- his financial affairs. Then, when $10,500 per month. not have more you submit his application for a We need to apply for a Me- than $2,000 Medi-Cal LTC subsidy, include di-Cal subsidy to help with the in countable that doctor’s letter with the oth- cost, but Dad has an old insur- resources and er required documents, advise ance policy with accumulated qualify for a that your father never created a cash value which puts him over Medi-Cal Long DPOA which would authorize Social Security Money Strategies the $2,000 Medi-Cal resource Term Care (“Medi-Cal LTC”) an agent to handle his financial Check: subsidy. affairs on his behalf, and assert ceiling for a single person. continued from previous page if they postponed taking So- need their Social Security Our Problem: Dad has severe However, what is not well that the insurance policy cash mean they shouldn’t make the cial Security until they were check for day to day living, it dementia, can’t access it on his known is that there is actually a value should therefore be con- most of it. There are some spe- 70. is still foolish to not maximize own, and we don’t have author- third category of resources, i.e. sidered “unavailable.” cific things they should do to • Spend the Social Security its value so it can benefit them resources that are Some Medi-Cal eligibility ity to do it for him as Dad never unavailable. make sure they are getting the check instead of 401(k) or IRA and their families. signed a Durable Power of At- Resources are unavailable when workers may be unfamiliar with maximum benefit. funds. Most people are taxed Jeffrey Eglow is the Chief torney. Further, the insurance they cannot be accessed, such this concept, and so you might Many baby boomers see on only 50 percent to 85 per- Investment Officer for Guard- company won’t even talk to us. as when (1) there is a dispute do well to engage an Elder Law pertaining to their ownership, attorney with experience in their investments and retire- cent of their Social Security ian Wealth Advisory and has Is there any way around this in ment income differently than benefit. But they are taxed on terms of Medi-Cal? (2) where there are various these matters to help you. more than 30 years of invest- co-owners who object to sale or The upside benefit of secur- they did before the 2008 re- 100 percent of any withdraw- ment management experience. liquidation, and — apropos to ing a Medi-Cal LTC subsidy cession. They are looking for als from traditional IRAs or By Gene L. Osofsky, Esq. sources of guaranteed income 401(k) accounts. SPECIAL TO THE TIMES your own situation – (3) where can be quite dramatic and can the owner is comatose or suf- relieve what would otherwise be instead of more risky invest- • Give it to the kids. Use JORDAN LAW Yes, indeed! It’s unfor- fers from dementia, cannot ac- tremendous financial stress to ments. the Social Security checks to tunate that your father cess them himself and there is your family in finding a way to While Social Security is pay premiums on life insur- WINKLER LAW A never created a Dura- no DPOA which authorizes an help pay for your father’s care. guaranteed income, if they are ance policies so your heirs will ble Power of Attorney (DPOA) agent to do so on his behalf. Good wishes in your effort. wise about how they leverage receive a larger inheritance. Living Trusts & which would now authorize you Your situation would fall into Gene L. Osofsky is an estate it, they can have even more Your heirs will receive this Trust Administration to access that policy on his be- the last example and be consid- planning and elder law attorney guaranteed income, he says. death benefit tax free. Probate • Wills half. But, so be it. ered unavailable when tallying in Hayward. Visit his website at Strategies for people who • Don’t delay getting So- Real Estate • Litigation The good news is that Me- up your father’s countable re- www.LawyerForSeniors.com are in this situation include: cial Security past 70. Since di-Cal recognizes that these sit- sources when seeking a Me- • Don’t take Social Securi- the benefit stops growing at 8 — Give Us a Call — uations happen and provides a di-Cal LTC subsidy. ty until you are 70. This is the percent once the beneficiary Most Initial Consultations solution. However, some back- Here’s the good news: So best strategy since there are reaches 70, it makes no sense Are Free ground: long as an applicant’s resources few investments that offer a to delay the start of getting the (510) 357-3403 It is generally known that are unavailable, they are treated similar low risk, guaranteed 8 checks past that age. 1883 East 14th Street Medi-Cal allocates an appli- the same as resources that are percent annual growth. Even if some people don’t San Leandro cant’s assets (which Medi-Cal exempt, i.e. they do not count By waiting until age 70 to calls “resources”) into two cat- when determining whether an receive benefits, your month- egories: Those that are exempt applicant is under or over the ly payments may increase by (such as a home, furniture, and Medi-Cal resource cap. as much as 32%, not includ- one automobile) and those that That is precisely your situa- ing any cost of living increas- Senior Friendly Dentist are countable (such as cash, sav- tion. Thus, the insurance policy es that may be added to this ings, and investments). cash value should not disquali- amount. For example, some- Cash value in an insurance fy your father from a Medi-Cal one who could get $2,000 a policy would normally be al- LTC subsidy. month at the “full retirement located to “countable” assets. My suggestion is that you se- age” of 66 would get $2,640

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09 SENIORS 2 05-02-19.indd 1 5/1/19 2:56 PM 10 THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2019 San Leandro Times LIFESTYLE Olé! Celebrating Cinco de Mayo unday is Cinco de Mayo, an 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves 2 cups shredded Cheddar- important and festive Mexi- SOUTHWEST 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin CHICKEN SALAD Monterey Jack cheese Scan holiday, celebrating the Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, victory of the Mexican Army over Preheat oven to plus extra for serving the French at the Battle of Puebla For the shell: 4 cups cubed rotisserie 375°F. chicken 2 teaspoons vegetable oil in 1862. Sift together flour, sugar, baking 1/4 cup Ranch Dressing It is often called Mexican In- 2 cups frozen corn, thawed powder and salt. Cut the shorten- 1 cup chopped roasted sweet 1/2 cup chunky salsa dependence Day – in error, since ing into the flour as though you On 4 tortillas, layer chicken, Mexico declared its independence red peppers were making a pie crust by work- 1 cup chopped red onion cheese and 1/4 cup cilantro. Top on Sept. 16, 1810, some fifty years ing it in with your fingertips un- with remaining tortillas. Brush top earlier. 1 cup minced fresh cilantro til the mixture resembles coarse Dressing: of each quesadilla with about 1/2 It has evolved into the favorite crumbs. teaspoon oil. celebration of Mexican culture 3 tablespoons lime juice Sprinkle dough with just 3 tablespoons olive oil Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet and heritage in California, where enough ice water so that it will over medium heat. Place 1 quesa- Mexican food is arguably the state’s 4 teaspoons honey just hold together. Knead together 2 teaspoons ground cumin dilla in skillet oil side down; brush most popular cuisine. Here are briefly and allow to rest, covered top side with about 1/2 teaspoon some favorites. 1 teaspoon salt about 10 minutes. 1 teaspoon chili powder oil. Cook about 1 minute or until Roll dough out on a lightly light golden brown. EMPANADAS 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground floured board to circles about 3-4 pepper Carefully turn quesadilla; cook inches in diameter. Torn mixed salad greens 1 minute longer or until golden Shell: Place a spoonful of empanada brown. Repeat with remaining 2 cups flour In a large bowl, combine the Empanadas are pastry shell turnovers made by folding dough filling on one side of the circle. first five ingredients. In a small quesadillas. Drizzle quesadillas 2 tablespoons sugar Moisten the edges of the circle with dressing and salsa. Sprinkle over a savory filling and sealing it. They are then baked or fried. 2 teaspoons baking powder bowl, whisk the dressing ingredi- with a small amount of water and ents; pour over chicken mixture with 1 tablespoon cilantro. To 1/2 tablespoon salt fold the dough over the filling to serve, cut into wedges. Serves 4. 1/3 cup shortening and toss to coat. Refrigerate until 1 cup uncooked long-grain Salsa, mild make a half circle. Press the edges serving. To serve, top salad greens rice 1(1.5 ounce) package Ortega 1/3 cup ice water together to seal. CARNE CON PAPPAS Filling: with chicken salad; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Burrito Seasoning Bake at 375°F for 15-20 min- 1 medium sized onion, sliced almonds, if desired. Yields 1/4 cup chopped onion 8 (8-inch) soft-taco-size flour utes. Makes 1 dozen. 12 servings. 2 teaspoons olive oil 1/2 cup tomato sauce tortillas, warmed chopped 4 medium potatoes, diced into 3 cloves garlic, minced For the Filling: Sauté onions 2 cups chicken broth 1 cup shredded Cheddar and garlic in hot oil until translu- CHICKEN & CHEESE 1-inch squares Heat oil in a large saucepan over cheese 4 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 2 tomatoes, peeled cent. QUESADILLAS medium heat and add rice. Cook, Guacamole (optional) Add meat, sauté 5 more min- 1 (1-pound) thinly sliced beef stirring constantly, until puffed 2 cups cooked beef, chopped sirloin tip steak Brown beef; drain. Stir in water 1/2 cup beef stock utes. Stir in tomatoes, stock and 8 burrito-size flour tortillas and golden. While rice is cooking, and burrito seasoning mix. Bring remaining ingredients. Simmer for 1 teaspoon salt sprinkle with salt and cumin. 1/4 cup raisins 2 cups shredded rotisserie 1 teaspoon black pepper to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cook, 1 teaspoon vinegar 30 minutes. chicken (without skin) Stir in onions and cook until ten- stirring constantly, for 5 to 6 min- 1-1/2 cups mild salsa der. Stir in tomato sauce and chick- Heat olive oil in large skillet. utes or until mixture is thickened. en broth; bring to a boil. Reduce Place beef mixture evenly on Add diced potatoes and cook for heat to low, cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasional- each tortilla; sprinkle with cheese. 20 to 25 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Fold into burritos; secure ends with ly, until potatoes begin to soften. Serves 4. Add onions, salt, pepper, sliced toothpicks. meat. Add vegetable oil to 1-inch depth BEEF CHIMICHANGAS Cover and simmer for 5 min- in medium skillet; heat over high utes. Add salsa and stir. Simmer heat for 3 to 4 minutes. for 2-3 minutes. Once you’ve tried these home- Place 1 or 2 burritos in oil; fry, Serve directly from pan or from made chimichangas filled with ten- turning frequently, for 1 to 2 min- a large bowl. Yields 4 servings. der, savory beef, your expectations utes or until golden brown. Remove of these fried burritos will never with slotted spoon; drain. Repeat MEXICAN RICE be the same. with remaining burritos. Remove 1 pound ground beef wooden picks. 3 tablespoons vegetable oil Vegetable oil Serve with salsa and guacamole. 1 teaspoon garlic salt 1-3/4 cups water Yields 8 servings.

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11 FULL PAGE AD 05-02-19.indd 1 5/1/19 3:05 PM 12 THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2019 San Leandro Times REALREAL ESTATEESTATE GALLERYGALLERY REAL ESTATE REALITY By Carl Medford, CRS Special to the Times GUEST COMMENTARY California Association of Realtors Bolsters Disclosure Requirements

t is an age-old question buyers all material conditions, future property values, fully asked by sellers pre- defects and/or issues known disclose. I paring their homes for to them that might impact the If in doubt, disclose. sale: “What exactly am I value or desirability of the If selling, when filling out obligated to disclose?” Property. Failing to provide the listing documents you will While some sellers willing- those disclosures may lead to a be presented with C.A.R. form Entertain, Relax, Exercise and Enjoy All ly provide extensive details claim or a lawsuit against you DIA. It has been designed to The Benefits of Owning a Home With a Pool to prevent any possibility of which can be very costly and protect you – read it carefully, 2424 Harborview Drive in San Leandro is a single level home featuring ending up in a legal dispute, time consuming.” and then … disclose. 2,000 sqft., 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, family and formal dining rooms, plus a others, concerned that too much To facilitate seller disclosure Carl Medford is a licensed great backyard with an in-ground pool, a hot tub, and an exercise room. disclosure might actually harm obligations, C.A.R. provides Realtor with Keller Williams Re- Newer roof and gutters plus energy-efficient solar panels. Asking Price $949,975. their home’s salability, prefer to a number of forms that use a alty and a licensed general con- Open Sunday from 1 to 4 PM. Presented by the Realtors in Motion Team. disclose only what is absolutely Q&A format designed to make tractor. This article is sponsored For more information, call Antonio M. Cardenas at (510) 326-4263. necessary. the disclosure process as easy by the Central County Market- Take a Virtual Tour of this great home at www.ListedByAntonio.com All sellers in California are and complete as possible. ing Association. required to disclose all known Here are some keys for com- List with us and we will show your house to the word! material facts about their prop- pleting the disclosures correctly: erty. In an effort to ensure sell- Read the forms carefully to ers know their full obligations, fully understand each question. the California Association of Completely answer every ques- Irregular Watering, Cool Weather Realtors (C.A.R.) just released tion – do not leave any blanks. a new mandatory advisory that If you do not know an answer, Can Cause Problems for Melons is now a required part of every do not guess – write in “Do not listing agreement. know.” Blossom End Rot causes the Titled Disclosure Informa- If you respond “Yes” to any By Buzz Bertolero Special to the Times bottom of the fruit to develop tion Advisory (Form DIA), it question, write an explanation includes the following: in the appropriate section. a brown and or tan colored “Among the disclosure You can only disclose those This will be my third blotch. This disease is not requirements, sellers have an things for which you are per- attempt in growing caused by a pathogen. A calci- affirmative duty to disclose to sonally aware. Avoid opinions melons. Previously, um deficiency is one cause. Q melons formed, but You can correct the calcium and stick to the facts. Do not use subjective words such as turned yellow, shriveled up and problem by supplementing your “small”, “insignificant”, “mi- died, or they remained small soil amendments with Oyster

nor” and so on. and never matured. What do I Shell Lime, Dolomite Lime BUZZ BERTOLERO If you can hear any noise need to do to prevent this from or Agricultural Lime but not on your property, regardless occurring this year? Hydrated Lime at the time of of whether you are inside or planting. outside, provide details. This May is a great month For those plants already in THE to plant all types of mel- the ground, Bonide Rot-Stop DIRT includes traffic, airplanes, GARDENER PROPERTY trains, BART, children playing, ons along with pump- can be applied to the blossom MANAGEMENT & barking dogs and so on. A kins. You’ll find a good during blooming. REAL ESTATE SALES If you have made any repairs selection of varieties available The primary cause of the ma- need to adjust the watering cy when it’s hotter and reduce or improvements with or with- from seed and transplants at jority of the cases of Blossom pattern. You need to monitor the in when it’s cooler. Sam & Jessica out applicable permits, make your favorite garden center. End Rot is irregular watering. weather forecasts and adjust the While the frequency changes Medina sure you provide all the details. Melons require warm summer Melons like to be kept moist but frequency that is how often you the volume remains constant. 510.481.8400 If you are aware of any temperatures. not soggy wet. water. You change the watering pattern changes in your neighborhood So mild conditions are not The addition of soil amend- This can be challenging as base on the weather. The five “Your Neighbor & Realtor!” or community that will affect favorable and could be a reason ments can’t be emphasized wet soil or soil that goes from to seven day or longer forecast for your problems. The average enough. With our heavy clay, wet to dry can cause Blossom available online, on TV, news- summer temperature should we need to be generous with the End Rot. There is no set rule paper, etc. should give you a be in the mid to high seventies addition of organic matter as it as the variables such as the soil great idea as what to expect. “Realtors in Motion” with six hours or more of direct significantly aids in having a drainage and temperature vary Bertolero is an Advance Cal- Ballroom Dancers sun per day, preferably in the soil the drains efficiently. from location to location. ifornia Certified Nursery Pro- “The Agents with the Visual Tours” afternoon. We tend to be creatures of You should determine what fessional. The Dirt Gardener’s (510) 326-4263 The blossom rot or drop on habit and water April through the average temperature is for website is www.dirtgardener. melons as well as pumpkins, September the same, regard- your yard and how often you com and questions can be sent Visit us @ cucumbers, and squash is called less of the weather conditions. would normally water. This by email to buzz@dirtgardener. www.ListedbyAntonio.com Blossom End Rot. Because our summer weather serves as a baseline or norm. com or on Facebook at Face- R.E. eBroker Inc. • A Virtual Real Estate Brokerage On tomatoes and peppers, changes from cool to hot, you You would increase the frequen- book.com/Buzz.Bertolero

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Make Sure to Contain Your Cane Berries Mortgage Rates Continue to Climb for Fourth Week According to Freddie Mac’s “Despite the recent rise in Freddie Mac’s chief economist. By Buzz Bertolero weekly nationwide survey, mortgage rates, both existing Fifteen-year rates aver- Special to the Times fixed mortgage rates posted and new home sales continue aged 3.64 percent last week, a fourth consecutive week of to show strength – indicating and five-year hybrid adjust- I want to plant rasp- increases. The 30-year FRM the lagged effect of lower rates able-rate mortgages (ARMs) berries and blackber- averaged 4.20 last week, up on housing demand. This, averaged 3.77 percent. A year ries in a six-foot-wide from the previous week at along with improved afford- ago at this time, the 15-year Q 4.17 percent. A year ago at this ability, should push housing FRM averaged 4.02 percent side yard. How might I control the underground run- time, the FRM averaged 4.58 activity higher in the coming and the 5-year ARM averaged ners? I’m considering plant- percent. months,” said Sam Khater, 3.74 percent. ing the vines in the ground or building a raised bed with a root barrier. Which option do SAT. & SUN. you favor? as each side should get an equal Baby Cakes Blackberry are ideal MAY 4th& 5 th amount of light. for individual containers. Join- You’re correct in being Cane berries fruit only on ing strawberries and blueberries, CITY SAT SUN ADDRESS PRICE BDRM./BA. REALTOR AGENT PHONE concerned about the un- the second-year wood; so, once they expand the homegrown S 2-4:30 2-4:30 745 Estudillo Ave. (Lot) $350,000 — Marvin Gardens Greg Novak 510-472-4770 derground stems or rhi- you have finished harvesting the fruit available to be grown on a H 1-4 — 22139 Castille Ln. #70 $550,000 3/2 United Brokers RE Tere Lee 510-305-8827 A zomes. Raspberries and crop, cut the fruiting canes off deck, patio or balcony. SLZ — 1-4 16113 Via Olinda Ave. $568,000 2/1 Re/Max Accord Lovewell Team 510-351-5555 blackberries, also known as cane A — 2-4 954 Lee Ave. $860,000 3/1.5 Robert Jones & Assoc. Matt Jones 510-357-0120 at the ground. Otherwise, you’ll Fresh raspberries and black- S 2-4:30 2-4:30 739 Estudillo Ave. $980,000 4/3 Marvin Gardens Greg Novak 510-472-4770 berries, are very intrusive and do create a thick, thorny, unman- berries are a now reality for all A 2-4:30 — 1234 View Dr. $999,000 6/4 Robert Jones & Assoc. Matt Jones 510-357-0120 not respect a property line. ageable vegetative mess. types of gardeners. C — 1-3 5695 Jensen Rd. $1,799,000 5/4 J. Rockcliff RE Kristy Peixoto 925-251-2536 Planting them on any type of The new growth at the base Bertolero is an Advance Cali- shared fence is a major mistake. of the plants is then attached to fornia Certified Nursery Pro- One-Line Open Home Listings run Wednesdays in the Castro Valley Forum (22,500 circ.) and Thursdays You’ll have a difficult time con- the trellis for next year’s crop. fessional. The Dirt Gardener’s in the San Leandro Times (38,500 circ.) for $25. For more information and a listing form, call 614-1558. trolling the vegetative growth Runners will eventually es- website is www.dirtgardener. A = SAN LEANDRO • AN=ANTIOCH • B = BERKELEY • C = CASTRO VALLEY • D = DUBLIN • F = FREMONT • H = HAYWARD • L = that grows through and under the cape and appear in the space be- com and questions can be sent CITY GUIDE LIVERMOREO • M = MODESTO • O = OAKLAND • P = PLEASANTON • SLZ = SAN LORENZO • Z=ALAMEDA • SH=SHEFFIELD VILLAGE fence into your neighbor’s yard. tween the bed and the fence. You by email to buzz@dirtgardener. All real estate advertised in the San Leandro Times is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, Cane berries are a guaran- can control the shoots by hand, com or on Facebook at Face- or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, marital status, national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. The San Leandro Times will not knowingly accept any advertisement for real estate that is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby teed expensive neighbor dis- pulling them or spraying them book.com/Buzz.Bertolero informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. pute waiting to happen. So, I’d with a nonselective herbicide. be looking to plant them off the There are now two dwarf fence line in a two-foot-high, varieties, Raspberry Shortcakes four-foot-wide raised bed. A and Baby Cakes Blackberry, that root barrier is always a good give you a third option and it’s idea whether the vines are in a the option I prefer. They have raised bed or in the ground as an- a compact, upright growth hab- other layer of protection. it, growing three to four feet, Spring In the center of the bed con- so they don’t require staking or Saturday, struct a “T” bar trellis. Use a 4" trellising. x 8" post every six feet with a 2" I’d plant them in a raised x 4" cross beam, with wires run- bed and grow them as a fruiting ning between the supports, and hedge. The fruit is borne on the May 18 Cleaning Event attach the vines to the wire. second-year growth so you still Also, with the vines off the have to prune off the stems after fence line, you are able to har- harvesting. vest the berries from both sides Raspberry Shortcakes and Keep your neighborhood clean and green! Pull EVENT FEATURES out your old, 1st Annual Citywide Garage Sale ~ 8am - 1pm unused items Zumbathon Host a garage sale at your home. The City will provide free advertising, including a map and listing from the attic in May 11, 2019 @ 11am Instructors Delma • Cynthia in the May 16 edition of the San Leandro Times. preparation for Boys & Girls Club of San Leandro Jenny • Rosa • Diana 401 Marina Boulevard Mayra • Taka • Carmen San Leandro’s San Leandro, CA 94577 Spring Cleaning Event ~ 10am - 3pm Tickets: $15/Person Bring appliances, mattresses, electronics, scrap annual Citywide Live DJ metal, clean wood/yard trimmings, tires household Garage Sale and Door Prizes benefiting JDRF One Walk batteries and fluorescent lamps. Residents may Raffle Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Spring Cleaning also drop off cell phones, chargers, CDs, DVDs and audio and video tapes for recycling. Event. RECENT HOME SALES Castro Valley ———————— 19440 Lake Chabot Road 94546: $650,000 2 BD - 1,070 SF - 1962 2351 Farley Street 94546: $655,000 2 BD - 996 SF - 1948 19951 Lorena Circle 94546: $660,000 3 BD - 1,660 SF - 1995 SIGN UP TO PARTICIPATE 23119 Canyon Terrace Dr 94552: $778,000 4 BD - 1,607 SF - 1996 4973 Audrey Drive 94546: $785,000 3 BD - 1,544 SF - 1953 Sign up online or complete and submit this form by May 8th to receive free garage sale 2345 Somerset Avenue 94546: $800,000 5 BD - 2,080 SF - 1962 4635 Emily Court 94546: $805,000 3 BD - 1,153 SF - 1958 advertising and/or access to the recycling event. 18901 Walnut Road 94546: $855,000 3 BD - 1,272 SF - 1955 19623 Betrose Court 94546: $909,000 3 BD - 1,558 SF - 1954 17527 Kingston Way 94546: $941,000 3 BD - 1,260 SF - 1954 Name: I would like to participate in: 18029 Joseph Drive 94546: $1,000,000 4 BD - 2,488 SF - 1957 18128 Columbia Drive 94552: $1,335,000 5 BD - 2,830 SF - 1981 (check all that apply) TOTAL SALES: 12 Address: LOWEST AMOUNT: $650,000 MEDIAN AMOUNT: $802,500  Citywide Garage Sale HIGHEST AMOUNT: $1,335,000 AVERAGE AMOUNT: $847,750 Phone: San Leandro ————————  Spring Cleaning Event 740 Fargo Avenue 94579: $421,000 2 BD - 840 SF - 1965 Email: 1078 Cumberland Avenue 94579: $445,000 3 BD - 988 SF - 1950 936 Thornton Street 94577: $525,000 3 BD - 1,125 SF - 1923 224 Belleview Drive 94577: $620,000 3 BD - 1,477 SF - 1927 Signature: Date: 1571 Randy Street 94579: $675,000 3 BD - 1,204 SF - 1960 15504 Farnsworth Street 94579: $680,000 3 BD - 1,190 SF - 1956 1682 Hickory Avenue 94579: $689,000 3 BD - 1,096 SF - 1953 14666 Acacia Street 94579: $700,000 4 BD - 1,750 SF - 1953 SUBMIT TO: City of San Leandro Recycling Program 473 Lewis Avenue 94577: $715,000 2 BD - 1,212 SF - 1924 14200 Chapman Road 16105 Carolyn Street 94578: $720,000 2 BD - 1,277 SF - 1949 14764 Sylvia Way 94578: $730,000 3 BD - 1,335 SF - 1945 San Leandro, CA 94578 15962 Gramercy Drive 94578: $850,000 4 BD - 1,468 SF - 1956 Web www.RecycleSanLeandro.org Phone (510) 577-6026 1924 Marineview Drive 94577: $965,000 3 BD - 2,398 SF - 1967 TOTAL SALES: 13 Email [email protected] LOWEST AMOUNT: $421,000 MEDIAN AMOUNT: $689,000 HIGHEST AMOUNT: $965,000 AVERAGE AMOUNT: $671,923

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Mold Is Hazardous to Home and Health

By Samantha Mazzotta Even a small amount of out causing damage to the rest An exhaust fan is fairly inex- NEW LISTING Special to the Times mold in a home can trigger of the bathroom. The plumb- pensive and quickly removes 1503 136th Avenue, San Leandro - $425,000 allergies or breathing prob- er will then recommend the humidity from the bathroom If you’ve been noticing a lems in many people. It’s also best action to take to stop the – for example, after a hot mildew odor in your bath- a warning signal that water is moisture damage and remove shower. In most states a fan PENDING SALES room, that smell is most like- damaging important parts of the mold. If mold is affecting is required by building codes, 2492 Mammoth Way, Antioch - $587,000 ly from mold growth. If you your home – not just the dry- carpet or wallpaper in the area, and the plumber likely will can’t visually locate a patch wall but the wood framing, you’ll need to replace those recommend you install one if 1535 141st Avenue, San Leandro - $619,000 of mildew or mold, such as in sheathing, foundation and items as well. there isn’t one already. 827 Emerald Avenue, San Leandro - $699,000 lower corners of the wall or the more. If dampness is a constant Home Tip: Clean up mold shower, contact a plumber. It’s A leaky supply or drainpipe problem in the bathroom, with a mild detergent rather 595 Begier Avenue, San Leandro - $779,000 very likely that a water leak can mean water is dripping make sure the room is getting than bleach, which can irritate somewhere behind the wall is behind the walls. A plumber adequate airflow, even if the your lungs. 907 Glen Drive, San Leandro - $829,000 causing the mold problem. can inspect these pipes with- original problem is repaired. © 2018 King Features Synd., Inc. 1103 MacArthur Blvd • San Leandro • (510) 568-6171 www.RinettiCo.com

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14 HOMES 3 05-02-19.indd 1 5/1/19 2:59 PM San Leandro Times THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2019 15 Mattress: Permanent mattress drop-off spot Mayfest to Bring continued from front page Bands, Comedians to have their collaboration,” Miley said at the ceremony. To The Englander “It requires all of us to address The 2nd Annual Mayfest Bands include Shark Punch, illegal dumping, a plague to our will be held on Saturday, May Stereo Freakout, Altered Egos, communities.” 11, starting at 4 p.m. at The Arsa, Phantom Hound and Miley went on to say that our Englander, 101 Parrott St. in Groove Mafia. society has a lot of products, but downtown San Leandro, with Comedians and other per- manufacturers now need to come music, comedy and beers by formers will be Randy Farinelli, up with ways to responsibly take local bands, local breweries and Angry Johnny, Rudy Ortiz, Ca- care of the products once they’re local talent. sey Cope, Sean Boyles, Mean no longer useful. Admission is $20. Dave, and Skip Wright. The “Bye Bye Mattress” program has recycled 4 million mattresses in California since 2014, and is working with Mi- LEGAL NOTICE ley’s office to remove blight, said FILED FILED Mike O’Donnell, managing di- FEBRUARY 22, 2019 APRIL 17, 2019 rector of the Mattress Recycling MELISSA WILK MELISSA WILK County Clerk County Clerk Council (MRC). ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY The MRC was formed by By------, Deputy By------, Deputy the mattress industry to operate FILE NO. 555587 FILE NO. 558091-6 recycling programs in states that FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS PHOTO BY JIM KNOWLES NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT have enacted mattress recycling Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and laws – California, Connecticut The members of the Downtown Streets Team came to the ribbon cutting at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore last Thursday. The team cleans up the streets in downtown Oakland. Professions Code Professions Code and Rhode Island. It works with Sections 17900-17930 Sections 17900-17930 manufacturers, local government, The name of the business: The name of the business: and fibers can go to other uses. been to form a county anti-blight The Downtown Streets Team (1) Windy Treats (2) Lion’s Garden (3) Di- (1) Opal Quality Systems Management (2) waste management firms, and vines Cloud 9 (4) Stovall Group & Associates Business Operations + Systems Services (3) recyclers to form a network to ef- Up to 80 percent of the material program – Communities United was also on hand for the ribbon (5) Merry For Jane, located at 24438 Santa Mercedes Productions (4) Mercedes Man- ficiently recycle used mattresses. in a mattress can be recycled, to Remove Blight (CURB) – to cutting. The team is made up of Clara Street #3035, Hayward, CA 94540, in agement Enterprises (5) Power and Pride MRC is funded by a $10.50 according to the MRC. work for greater enforcement volunteers who help with street Alameda County is hereby registered by the (6) Opal Qsm, located at 3055 Alvarado One of Miley’s projects has of statewide anti-dumping laws. cleaning and creek restoration. following owner(s): (1) JeAnna Stovall and Street, San Leandro, CA 94577, in Alameda charge on every new mattress (2) Margaret J. Stovall, 660 Fargo Avenue County is hereby registered by the following when sold. Two of the MRC’s re- #9, San Leandro, CA 94579. This business owner(s): (1) Deirdre Mercedes, 1944 109th cycling centers are in Livermore, is conducted by a general partnership. This Ave., Oakland, CA 94603. This business is providing local employment, PhotoCentral Spring Exhibition business commenced on N/A. conducted by an individual. This business /s/JeAnna Stovall, Margaret J. Stovall commenced on 4-11-1998. where they take apart the mat- PhotoCentral’s annual spring St. in Hayward; and the Adobe appointment. This statement was filed with the County /s/Deirdre Mercedes tresses and box springs. photography exhibition will be Gallery, 20395 San Miguel Ave. Hours at the Adobe Art Cen- Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated This statement was filed with the County The metal springs go to metal held jointly with the Adobe Art in Castro Valley. Monday from 5 ter are Thursday, Friday and by file stamp above. Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated recyclers, the padding can be Center through May 11 at both to 10 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Expires FEBRUARY 22, 2024 by file stamp above. APR. 11, 18, 25, MAY 2, 2019 Expires APRIL 17, 2024 used in carpet padding, wood galleries – PhotoCentral, 1099 E from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and by and by appointment. 0056-SLT APR. 25, MAY 2, 9, 16, 2019 0072-SLT NOTICE OF PETITION LEGAL NOTICE TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF FILED FILED FILED FILED Stella F. Gigli MARCH 29, 2019 APRIL 4, 2019 APRIL 4, 2019 APRIL 4, 2019 Case Number: MELISSA WILK MELISSA WILK MELISSA WILK MELISSA WILK RP19014367 County Clerk County Clerk County Clerk County Clerk ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who By------, Deputy By------, Deputy By------, Deputy By------, Deputy may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Stella F. Gig- FILE NO. 557144 FILE NO. 557351 FILE NO. 557350 FILE NO. 557379 li, also known as “Stella Gigli”, “Stella Cisneros”, “Stella F. Medina”, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS “Fedelina Stella Montes” and “Fedelina Stella Montez”. NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and A Petition for Probate has been filed byDarlene Green in the Superior Court Professions Code Professions Code Professions Code Professions Code of California, County of Alameda. The Petition for Probate requests that Dar- Sections 17900-17930 Sections 17900-17930 Sections 17900-17930 Sections 17900-17930 lene Green be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate The name of the business: The name of the business: The name of the business: The name of the business: of the decedent. Pablo Handyman located at 1274 62nd P & G Power Corp. located at 375 Santa Power Nex Construction Inc. located at 375 Special Kids Special Choices located at Avenue, Oakland, CA 94621, in Alameda Paula St., San Leandro, CA 94579, in Al- Santa Paula St., San Leandro, CA 94579, in 20955 San Miguel Ave., Castro Valley, CA The PETITION requests that the decedent’s wills and codicils, if any, be County is hereby registered by the following ameda County is hereby registered by the Alameda County is hereby registered by the 94546, in Alameda County is hereby regis- admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination owner(s): Pedro Matias Pablo, 1274 62nd following owner(s): P & G Power Corp., 375 following owner(s): Power Nex Construction, tered by the following owner(s): Geri Bas- in the file kept by the court. Avenue, Oakland, CA 94621. This business Santa Paula St., San Leandro, CA 94579. INC., 375 Santa Paula St., San Leandro, CA kind, 20955 San Miguel Ave., Castro Valley, is conducted by an individual. This business This business is conducted by a corporation. 94579. This business is conducted by a cor- CA 94546. This business is conducted by The Petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Indepen- commenced on 3-29-19. This business commenced on N/A. poration. This business commenced on N/A. an individual. This business commenced on dent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal rep- /s/Pedro Matias Pablo /s/P & G Power Corp. /s/Power Nex Construction, INC. 12/2012. resentative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before This statement was filed with the County This statement was filed with the County This statement was filed with the County /s/Geri Baskind taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated This statement was filed with the County will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived by file stamp above. by file stamp above. by file stamp above. Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration Expires MARCH 29, 2024 Expires APRIL 4, 2024 Expires APRIL 4, 2024 by file stamp above. authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. APR. 11, 18, 25, MAY 2, 2019 APR. 11, 18, 25, May 2, 2019 APR. 11, 18, 25, May 2, 2019 Expires APRIL 4, 2024 0054-SLT 0060-SLT 0059-SLT APR. 11, 18, 25, May 2, 2019 0061-SLT A HEARING on the petition will be held on 5/22/2019, 9:31 a.m., Dept. FILED 201, at 2120 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way, 2nd Floor, Berkeley, CA 94704. FILED APRIL 10, 2019 FILED FILED APRIL 09, 2019 MELISSA WILK MARCH 11, 2019 MARCH 13, 2019 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition you should appear at the MELISSA WILK County Clerk MELISSA WILK MELISSA WILK hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court County Clerk ALAMEDA COUNTY County Clerk County Clerk before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. ALAMEDA COUNTY By------, Deputy ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY By------, Deputy FILE NO. 557733 By------, Deputy By------, Deputy IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you FILE NO. 557626 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FILE NO. 556317 FILE NO. 556448 must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal represen- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS tative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from NAME STATEMENT Pursuant to Business and NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as Pursuant to Business and Professions Code Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code or (2) 60 days from Professions Code Sections 17900-17930 Professions Code Professions Code the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 Sections 17900-17930 The name of the business: Sections 17900-17930 Sections 17900-17930 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal author- The name of the business: Innovative Training Consultants, LLC located The name of the business: The name of the business: ity may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an DayintheLifeguard located at 890 Dowling at 211 Joaquin Avenue, San Leandro, CA Golden Touch ILS located at 1271 Wash- Lane Mortage, LLC located at 604 Oakes attorney knowledgeable in California law. Blvd., San Leandro, CA 94577, in Alameda 94577, in Alameda County is hereby regis- ington Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577, in Blvd., San Leandro, CA 94577, in Alameda County is hereby registered by the follow- tered by the following owner(s): Innovative Alameda County is hereby registered by the County is hereby registered by the following YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person inter- ing owner(s): Peter DeQuincy, 890 Dowling Training Consultants, LLC, 211 Joaquin Ave- following owner(s): Pastoor C. Creese, 350 owner(s): Lane Mortage, LLC, 604 Oakes, ested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice Blvd., San Leandro, CA 94577. This business nue, San Leandro, CA 94577. This business Breed Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577. This San Leandro, CA 94577. This business is (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of is conducted by an individual. This business is conducted by a limited liability company. business is conducted by an individual. This conducted by a limited liability company. This any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request commenced on N/A. This business commenced on N/A. business commenced on N/A. business commenced on 08/15/17. for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. /s/Peter DeQuincy /s/Innovative Training Consultants, LLC /s/Pastoor C. 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TIMES OBITUARIES may be submitted online at ebpublishing.com, emailed CRONE, John Joseph n Huffman, Janice, died unex- to [email protected] or faxed to 510-483-4209. Please include your phone HUFFMAN, Janice pectedly on April 20, 2019, at age number. A fee will apply depending on the length. A photo can be added for an 76. Janice loved her church fami- additional cost. For further assistance, call 510-614-1555. ly at First Southern Baptist in San Lorenzo, gardening, scrabble, su- doku, and Judge Judy. She is sur- vived by her children Ron Mis- rack, Julie Sandoval, grandsons Brandon and Joshua, and sister John Joseph Crone Lorie Kaplan. A Celebration of May 7, 1919 - April 5, 2019 Life will be held at a later date. John Joseph Crone of San Leandro, CA passed away on April 5, 2019, in Castro Valley, CA, 32 days short of his 100th birthday. John was born on May 7, 1919, in San Francisco, CA to the late Mildred and Walter Crone. He was the third of eight children and Sara L. Ennor was the last surviving child. John grew up in Willows, CA graduating from Willows High School in 1937. He then went on to attend the University of San LAWYER Francisco. Prior to WWII, John started working for International Harvester (IH). During the war he worked in the San Francisco Shipyards. When the war was ■ over, John returned to International Harvester Trucks working in the Parts Department, then Wills & Trusts ACROSS DOWN as a Field Representative, and eventually becoming the West Coast Regional Parts Manager ■ 1 Gaucho’s weapon 1 Socket insert until retiring in 1978 with 37 years of service. Not ready to fully retire, he went to work for Benefits, ERISA 5 Big Apple abbr. 2 October stone 8 Silenced “Hey!” 3 Traditional tales Bayshore International as a manager until retiring in 1984. ■ QDROs 12 “Once -- a Mattress” 4 Turkey’s capital John was the husband of the late Lorraine (Smith); and the beloved husband of Mary 13 Debtor’s letters 5 Pinch (Waite) Crone for 72 years. He was preceded in death by his son, James Michael Crone. 14 Duel tool 6 Second person John is survived by his seven children; sons, Robert Crone (Susan) and Christopher Crone 15 Delphinium 7 Cottage cheese label word (Pamela); daughters, Patricia Carroll (Thomas), Gail Simmons (Peter), Rosemary Menard, 17 Rotate 8 Corolla component Barbara Hemenez (William), and Deborah Crone-Palio (Richard); his 13 grandchildren, Jon 510-633-9985 18 Dismal 9 Morgan of “Super Size Me” Crone (Lisa), Roger Ficklin (Jennifer), Thomas Carroll (Nicole), Stephen Carroll (Tracy), 19 Snow White’s pals 10 Lowly laborer 21 Put on the line 11 Sawbucks Meegan Decker (Andy), Kerry Wynn (Marvin), Ryann Shoaf (Paul), Matthew Crone, David Serving Families In Our Community 24 Everything 16 Half a Vail pair Sanford, Travis Hemenez (Carrie), Monica Hemenez, Katherine Crone, Stephanie Crone and ServingWith Compassion Families In Our And Community Service Excellence 25 Pop flavor 20 Bankrolls 19 great-grandchildren. With Compassion and Service Excellence 28 Frogs’ hangout 22 Rotate John's favorite hobby was woodworking. He made beautiful baby cradles, plant stands, 30 Make up your mind 23 “M*A*S*H” locale wine racks, cutting boards, rocking horses, and much more for family and friends. The most 33 Kinsman, for short 25 Letterman’s network famous thing he and Mary built was the Crone Family Cabin in Lake Mont Pines, Arnold, 34 Drops from the payroll 26 Raw rock CA. He did this with the help of his brothers and many dear friends they met at St. Alphonsus 35 Letter after 31-Down 27 Big name in U.S. aircraft 36 Moment Liguori Catholic Church in San Leandro, CA. John also enjoyed deer and elk hunting in 29 Mr. Gingrich 37 From the start 31 Letter before 35-Across California and Colorado and fishing, especially to Alaska, with family and friends. 38 Read cursorily 32 Allen or Conway He and Mary traveled the United States and cruised the world together – there were few SanSan Leandro Leandro Funeral Home 39 Barbie’s companion 34 Enthusiasts places they had not been to. He was an avid A’s fan, did two crossword puzzles a day in the 41 Teensy bit 407 Estudillo Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577 38 T-shirt sizes newspapers and loved playing poker with the guys. John was also a Third Degree Knight Funeral Home 43 Go directly downhill 40 Continental money (510) 483 - 5300 www.sanleandro-fh.com with the Knights of Columbus Council 1615. John and Mary were happiest at the Crone 407 Estudillo | Ave., 46 Pacific porch 42 Timeworn San Leandro,Formerly CAGuerrero 94577 Mortuary 50 Desirous look 43 Decelerate Cabin where they spent many weekends, summers and holidays with family and friends. 51 Rash All are welcome to attend the Celebration of Life Service at Transfiguration Catholic 510.483.5300 44 Wrap in a waxy cloth www.sanleandro-fh.comHABLAMOS ESPAÑOL 54 Sandwich treat 45 Attempt Church, 4000 E. Castro Valley Blvd., Castro Valley, CA on Saturday, May 11, 2019, at 12:30 (Formerly Guerrero Mortuary) 55 Sphere 47 Tidy p.m., followed by a lunch reception in the hall. Please wear bright colors! In lieu of flowers, Serving All Faiths 56 Reclined 48 One side of the Urals please make a contribution to Shriners Hospitals for Children, Attn: Office of Development, • Large Chapel 57 Marries 49 “-- It Romantic?” • Reception Room & KitchenetteFD 442 2900 N. Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607, or FACE (Family Aid – Catholic Education), 58 Bill 52 Historic period 2121 Harrison Street, #100, Oakland, CA 94612. 59 Pronto, in the ER 53 Recede 3.375x4-San-Leandro-display-location-ad.indd 1 FD 442 ANSWERS9/13/12 9:31 AM ON PAGE 3

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Kudos to City for Environmentally Responsible Investments LETTERS to the EDITOR Editor: Letters must include the writer’s name, address and phone number, and must Kudos to the City of San Leandro be under 300 words. We reserve the right to edit as necessary. E-mail letters to: for taking several steps towards so- [email protected] or fax to: 510-483-4209, or send by mail to: The Editor, cially and environmentally responsible San Leandro Times, 2060 Washington Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577. investments. In response to Wells Fargo’s egregious treatment of its clients, San Davis Street: Focus is on Critical Davis Street: Correcting Souza Leandro reinvested a large fund once Needs of Low-Income Community Letter’s “Misrepresentations” held by Wells Fargo. Additionally, Editor: Editor: San Leandro’s Finance Committee Helping Others Help Themselves I feel compelled to correct the inaccu- has recommended that a socially and The mission of Davis Street is to racies and misrepresentations included environmentally responsible invest- help improve “health, address poverty in Diana Souza’s April 25th letter to the ment policy be presented to Council and increase the overall quality of life editor questioning the sale of the Davis for approval. This proposed policy of residents in the Eden area. We do Street building. will prevent future investments in gun this by providing strategic assistance Ms. Souza starts off implying that the manufacturing, private prisons and through a variety of integrated services Davis Street Family Resource Center fossil fuels. that identify, focus and build upon building on Teagarden was primarily Recently, the Finance Committee, our clients natural strengths.” Those purchased with donations from individual consisting of Mayor Cutter, Council INQUIRING REPORTER words mean as much today as they did donors. Members Hernandez and Lee, asked in 1990 when we incorporated. Our The reality is that while the 2008 cap- the city staff to send out requests for Who’s your favorite actor? services have changed intentionally ital campaign did help raise some of the proposals for an institution to handle over the past 27 years to meet the funds, the building purchase also required its daily operational accounts, current- — Asked downtown changing needs of our clients and the large grant funding, including a federal ly serviced by Wells Fargo. community. grant, favorable terms from Reynolds After review, City Staff is recom- From childcare to healthcare, from & Brown, and a loan from Wells Fargo mending Wells Fargo continue to serve basic needs to working with people Bank. the city, with JP Morgan Chase as a who live with disabilities, todays ser- Ms. Souza states that we went on and second choice (!). Jennifer Aniston. I like her vices exist because of our commitment “accumulated millions of dollars in debt,” Our Finance Committee appears to comedy, both in her TV to serve those in need. We do not turn – implying that we were spending money be careful stewards of our money and shows and in her films. anyone away and because of this we indiscriminately. The reality is that we have made thoughtful and deliberate often find ourselves overcommitted. systematically and purposefully incurred Itzel Orozco decisions regarding divestment from San Leandro Why? Because when funds contract, debt as we developed the first federally Wells Fargo, so I urge them to reject our services do not. Our clients know qualified healthcare clinic in these two banks because of their large they can depend on us in their darkest Alameda County in more than 20 years. investments in climate changing fossil hours .... When it comes to responding to the fuel projects and because of Wells Far- As Davis Street has grown so has needs of the uninsured and underinsured, go’s history of fraudulent behavior. our organizational structure. We we simply cannot afford to sit back and — purchased the space on Teagarden play small. The needs are great and the Amy Chovnick at a time when it made sound busi- number of people in need continues to San Leandro Josh Brolin. He’s sort of a ness sense. Years later, the needs for grow. Honoring Tony Santos by throwback, a man’s man. You and payment for our services shifted The development of our medical Changing Election Procedure don’t see much of that anymore. and it made sense for us to turn to a clinic was a huge and costly endeavor. Editor: Now it’s almost like you have to leased model for our primary facility. When we needed funds, we turned Let’s honor the memory of Tony apologize for being a man. That sale -leaseback enabled us to to the City of San Leandro. The City Santos by getting rid of ranked choice keep our doors open and the services graciously agreed to loan us 1.5 mil- voting in San Leandro. Erik Block uninterrupted. That is our philosophy lion dollars for two years. When we — San Leandro -to make sure low income children, realized that the clinic wouldn’t be sus- Allan Lindsay-O’Neal families, seniors and the disabled are tainable in time to pay off the loan, we San Leandro not turned away. asked the City for an extension. Our Memoir Writing Class a “Valuable We were fortunate to have an asset request was denied, leaving us looking Experience for Seniors” to us to ensure those with the most for a way to pay our loan back while Editor: Robert De Niro. When I was growing needs continue to receive services continuing to develop the clinic. Thanks for the excellent article on up my mom made me watch all the despite mounting program costs and This circumstance is what Ms. Sou- the senior memoir writing classes, held Godfather movies, over and over. the need to restructure our debt load. za refers to as we “now felt the need last month at the Main Library. He’s a very diverse actor. Today, a lease structure makes sense to sell the building that the community As a member of this class, we were for Davis Street. In the future, that may bought.” The truth is that we were very fortunate in having a great teach- Genara Horcasitas change, and if it does, we will take up against a roadblock and we were er, Kathleen McCabe-Martin, who Oakland, prudent steps in a different direction if forced to get creative. I put together a inspired us with her vast knowledge, works in San Leandro the circumstances so dictate. We will group of investors to buy the building excellent teaching techniques as well make every possible effort to fulfill and lease it back to DSFRC. In order as her patience. our mission to help people most in to protect DSFRC’s interests, the lease- I hope the City of San Leandro con- need and our commitment to remain back includes an option that when/if tinues to fund this valuable experience relevant. future finances allow, the Teagarden for seniors. Steve McQueen, because he’s a Hindsight is 20/20 and critical deci- building will be available for DSFRC —George Z. Banks good actor. His acting is natural. sions must be fairly judged in the mo- to purchase at the price it was sold for. San Leandro It’s like it’s very real when he ment that they are made. To that end, Ms. Souza’s closing blow is both acts. He’s cool, too. the decisions and actions we’ve made hurtful and mindboggling. She con- EBMUD Rate Hike ‘Shameful’ over the last 27 years have been sound tends that she has “referred residents Editor: Ricardo Guevarra and relevant when they were made. in need to them…DSFRC indicated It is shameful that EBMUD wants San Leandro We cannot dwell on musing about that they have no money for that right to raise the water rates again. They said the propriety of strategies dictated by a now.” Really?! that the rate hikes are needed to improve different time and set of circumstances In the 12 years that I have been the aging infrastructure and outdated or second guess ourselves years after affiliated with DSFRC, I have never computer systems. The district could making a decision to change strategies. known us to turn away anyone who have found some other resources instead Instead, our focus then and now must is truly in need. Whether it is back to of taking advantage of customers and Burt Reynolds. He was a good be on maintaining the critically needed school physicals, immunizations, den- asking for more money. actor. I liked him in Smokey & services our low income community tal care, childcare, clothing, housing — the Bandit with Jackie Gleason deserves against whatever barriers are assistance, mental health services, food Billy Trice Jr. Oakland – his humor. And I was always a placed in our path. from our pantry or a myriad of other Jackie Gleason fan, too. We invite you to visit us and encour- services, DSFRC is – and will continue age to continue to support programs to to be – here to help all our neighbors Dexter Alford low income families in San Leandro. in need. Oakland —Susan Cota, Ed.D —Gordon Galvan President, Board of Directors Immediate Past President Send a Letter to the Editor Davis Street Community Center, Inc. Davis Street Family Resource Center [email protected]

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Solo Comedy Series Now in Its Fifth Year Brian Copeland put together a series of solo shows five years ago with his fingers crossed, just to see how it would go. Now entering its fifth season, “The Best of San Francisco” solo series is rolling along, presenting top-tier performers that usually Tyson Du perform in San Francisco and other cities right here in San The Pets of the Week at the Du is a 9-month-old Rottwei- Leandro. “I’m amazed how my little Hayward Animal Shelter, 16 ler mix who loves attention and Irma Herrera wonders “Why Barnes Court in Hayward, are spending time with people. theater experiment has endured Should I Mispronounce My Busby Berkeley Films Tyson the dog and Du the dog. His favorite toy is a tennis and thrived,” Copeland said. Own Name?” Tyson is a handsome, 2-year- ball and he likes laying his head Copeland’s idea was that old German Shepherd who walks on your lap when you pet him. people in a suburb might go rate by May 5. On Parade Saturday well on leash and is sweet and Might be okay with kids. Seems for a great show, not having to See ad on page 6 for subscrib- affectionate. He enjoys toys and okay with other dogs. travel over the bridge and pay er rates and show times. At San Leandro Museum for parking and all the hassle of does well with other dogs. He For more information on The performers lined up for Experience the extravagant between two loves: the show’s going to the city. should be okay with older kids. Tyson or Du, call the Hayward the series include Kate Robards, dance fantasies, flamboyant cos- wealthy backer and an earnest Tickets are sold only for the He’s neutered and vaccinations Animal Shelter information line Marga Gomez, Steve Budd, Don tumes, perfectly timed chore- but penniless actor. Meanwhile an entire series of eight shows from are up to date. at 293-7200. Reed, Frank Oliver and Irma ography and extreme camera aspiring young performer waits October to May at the Carnegie Herrera. Copeland will perform angles of classic Busby Berkeley in the wings, hoping for her big Theater at the San Leandro Main two of his shows, Grandma & films this Saturday at the San break. (1933, NR, 1:29) Library. Tickets are $275 for the Me and the Christmas classic, The Leandro History Museum, 320 In Little Doggies Available at the series, but it’s a $200 early bird Gold Diggers of 1933 Jewelry Box. W. Estudillo Ave. things get tough for showgirl Annual Chihuahua Palooza At 11:15 a.m. see 42nd Street pals during the Great Depression and Gold Diggers at 2 p.m. when all the Broadway shows The annual Chihuahua Paloo- bunnies, and Guinea pigs will Annual Bike SL Ride to Marina Admission is free. Bring your close down. za and Bissell Empty the Shelter be available. $25 adoption fee to favorite movie snacks. For more A wealthy songwriter saves pet adoption will be on Saturday, qualified homes. Starts at Casa Peralta on Sunday information call 577-3990 or the day by funding a new Depres- May 4, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Includes shots, spay/neuter, email [email protected]. sion-themed musical for the girls Hayward Animal Shelter, 16 microchip (canines/felines). For The annual BikeSL bike ride, on Sunday, May 5, starting at In 42nd Street a revered to star in. When his high-society Barnes Court, in Hayward. more information, call 293-7200 or sponsored by the San Leandro Casa Peralta, 384 W. Estudillo Broadway director falls on hard brother finds out and threatens Dogs, puppies, cats, kittens, visit www.HaywardAnimals.org. Downtown Association, will be Ave. in downtown San Leandro. times. He helms one ambitious to disown him, the girls scheme Registration for the family final production before his re- to keep the show going. (1933, ride opens at 9 a.m. The more tirement. His lead actress is torn NR, 1:38) challenging ride to Lake Chabot departs at 9:30 a.m., and the group ride to the Marina begins at 10:30 a.m. Upon returning to Casa Per- City Council to Host Town alta, there will be a raffle to win a bicycle. Hall Meeting on May 13 Mayor Pauline Russo Cutter cil districts 1, 2 and 5. Reporter Wanted and San Leandro City Council The agenda for the evening  members Deborah Cox, Ed Her- will include brief remarks from The San Leandro Times has   a part-time opening for a versa- nandez, and Vice Mayor Corina the mayor and council members. tile reporter who can write, take Lopez invite the community to a It’s a chance for the public to have pictures and help lay out pages. Town Hall meeting on Monday, casual conversations with council Send resume and writing sam- May 13, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. members and representatives of ples to jimk@ebpublishing. at the San Leandro Main Library, all city departments. Regional com or call 614-1557. 300 Estudillo Ave. The meeting is agencies such as BART, AC  geared to residents of City Coun- Transit, and East Bay Community Energy will also be present to answer questions. Light refreshments will be available. Interpretation also    available upon request. For more • information, contact Alice Kim,  PM8PM communications manager at [email protected] or call  577-3372. Karp Room Hear About the      Fabulous Falklands  Ohlone Audubon will meet on Tuesday, May 7, at 7:30 p.m.  HallD     at the San Leandro Main Library  D H
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 300 Estudillo Ave. Ed Harper, who has traveled around the         ­  c s­  world to photograph birds, will €    speak on the topic “Fabulous Falklands.” He just returned from This year's Town Hall will be an Open House event! the Falkland Islands in January and says it’s at the top of his world destinations. No admission Contact Alice Kim with the City Manager's Office at charge. Refreshments served. For [email protected] for more information or to request interpretation. more information go to www. ohloneaudubon.org.

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