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Quote of the week: “If you wish to succeed in life, make perseverance your bosom friend, experience your wise counselor, caution your elder brother, and hope your guardian genius.” ― Joseph Addison Farmers’ Market party on the plaza

I am an athlete born in Jamaica on August 21, 1986. A high school cricket coach urged me to pursue a career in Gues track andWho? field. I have earned eight Olympic gold medals as well as the nickname

“Lightning.” Answer: Usain Bolt Usain Answer:

Sax player Susan Copperman Founder, Leader, singer & choreographer Jane The Rotten Tomatoes band consists of Rich Payne on drums, Don Gylfe on guitar, Dan Johnson Sorenson, Lead singer Sharon Jones and Lead singer Cathy Slack on harmonica, Aaron Shreve on bass, Pete Eagle on guitar and Gerard Giudice on vocals. Inside By Lanny Lowery shop to discuss having a farmers’ Slack.” This proclamation was for herself. “I am delighted at taken in more than $200k from Fri., Aug 30 marks the last market in Rohnert Park. And made to honor Slack’s work to the success of the event! Non- the sales of adult beverages. this issue Rohnert Park Farmers’ Market from the beginning, the market create a successful Rohnert Park profits are making money, the Kelly Smith has brought in many for this summer. Celebrating the was a success. Farmers’ Market and for the community is able to get fresh vendors. Smith and her team market’s tenth anniversary, Slack So much so that one year later music concert series that was a produce from local farmers, lis- operate 15 markets. Slack says has scheduled big bands for the the city presented “an award of huge part of each Friday night ten to music and see their neigh- that Smith “has the pull to bring Drive sober 2 twelve Friday nights. recognition for Outstanding market. bors in a festive setting each in interesting vendors.” Wildfire assistance 2 Music organizer Cathy Slack Community Service to KRCB Upon receiving the award, week!” Market goers can purchase Spring Lake Water Bark 2 met with then Mayor Pam and Rohnert Park Chamber of Slack showed more excitement Over the ten years, the Ed meals from at least six different Stafford ten years ago in a coffee Commerce member Cathy for the success of the event than Foundation and the Rotary have ‘Party’ see page 6 Hawaiian Luau 2 Calendar 4 Library news 4 Contact info 4 Sept. is suicide prevention month Educational fund 4 By Irene Hilsendager the highest suicide among the Affairs offering enough services New start at school The Perfect Pairing 6 Is suicide contagious? Suicide US states. California had a 10.5 in the mental health department? is the tenth leading cause of suicide rate per 100,000 people While rates of suicide were Create Medicare account 6 death in the United States for all individually. among the highest for younger board meeting Minimize “sundowning” 11 ages. Researching suicide rates by vererans-18-34 and lower and SR Dr. overprescribing 11 However, it seems suicide countries, it seems the Eastern vets ages 55-and older, vets ages CDPH warning 12 deaths for teenagers has in- European countries are on top. 55 and older accounted for 58.1 Police Logs 13 creased as of late even though The lowest rates are in the percent of all veteran suicide suicide has taken the lives of Caribbean Islands. deaths a few years back. over 44,000 in the United States. Now according to the WHO, Veteran suicide presents a Every year the highest suicide the suicide rate in South Korea is challenge to the Pentagon and rate is in the United States and the tenth highest in the world. the military services claims they among them are Caucasian, Many are among the elderly. In have instituted programs to save American Indians and Alaska Japan the leading cause of death lives and promote prevention. Natives. in men are the ages of 24-44 and In many cases, family and Café Espresso Around 32 percent of high in women 15-34. With a high friends are affected by a suicide Feature of the week school students have feelings of culture tolerance for suicide loss and feelings of shame and sadness and hopelessness. 17 Japanese families think suicide is stigma prevent them from talk- percent said they considered at- honorable and many elders end ing freely. A fact that gets thrown Technology High’s Juliet Kaufman and Rancho Cotate’s Devin tempting suicide, 14 percent their lives after retirement as a around is suicide is often the re- Deatherage were sworn in by School Board President Leffler Brown made a suicide plan and seven way out so as to not burden their sult of untreated mental health at the Board of Education meeting Tues. evening. Robert Grant Rohnert Park’s Balldude 3 percent tried to kill themselves. children with financial problems. conditions. Suicidal thoughts There is one suicide for every A new report shows a trou- should not be considered normal By Lanny Lowery 25 suicide attempts and one sui- bling trend of veterans commit- and should get looked at as a A tall man with a familiar face sat alone centered in the first row Weekly Columns cide for every four suicide at- ting suicides on VA hospital more serious issue. of the school board meeting reviewing notes and waiting calmly as tempts in the elderly. Alaska is campuses, especially after re- There are warning signs, but the nearly full gathering of district employees, administrators and Thomas Elias 7 the largest state in the United ceiving inadequate care from VA sometimes family and close principals and teachers, and concerned citizens chatted quietly. For- Darrin Jenkins 7 States for having the highest sui- facilities. friends mer Superintendent Michael Watenpaugh remained apart from Sweeping solutions 7 cide rate with Montana having Is the Department of Veterans’ ‘Prevention’ see page 6 everyone until a certain formality, designated on the Agenda as “4C: Words to ponder 7 Consideration of Approval of Employment Agreement for District History 7 Interim,” was discussed and approved by the School Board. A night for new beginnings, a renewal, a fresh start, all of the things that the onset of a new school year promises, characterized RPDPS receives grant to fight this meeting. Only youth truly mark innocent new ventures, so it ‘New start’ see page 10

alcohol-relatedRohnert Park Department of mitigate alcohol-related crime nui- been invested.” Sportsman’s Report 14 Public Safety Director Tim Mat- sances and crimes, target prob- The Alcohol Policing Partner- tos announced that the Rohnert lem premises with special ship Program was created in Wake up to Park Department of Public emphasis on alcohol-related nui- 1995 to strengthen partnerships Safety has been awarded a sance abatement and reduce between ABC and local law en- $50,000 grant from the Califor- youth access to alcohol from li- forcement agencies. The pro- Bysocial Irene Hilsendager crisis Entertainment nia Alcoholic Beverage Control censes premises on the Cities of gram is designed to put bad Most people wake up in the mornings thinking of a cup of coffee (ABC) to battle alcohol-related Rohnert Park, Cotati as well as operators out of business, keep or a schedule for the day. In 2002 Trathen Heckman woke up think- crime. This grant was written as on the Sonoma State University alcohol away from minors and ing of a solution as to how people live and how to expose aspiring a joint program with the City of Campus. bring penalties such as fines, sus- people. He feels in order to make this world a better place to live Cotati, Ca. and Sonoma State The grants strengthen local pensions or revocations against and as a group do something about it. University. Under this multi- law enforcement efforts by com- businesses that violate the law. Heckman and his wife live in Monte Rio on the river and chal- agency grant, the Rohnert Park bining the efforts of local police The funds will be used to re- lenges are before them each day. They have transformed a badly “Little Shop of Horrors” 8 Department of Public Safety will officers and ABC agents. ABC duce the number of alcoholic eroded hillside into something beautiful by planting trees and doing “Eureka Day” 8 act as the administrator and will agents have expertise in alco- beverage sales to minors, obvi- acts of regeneration. The heart of many crisis is when the community Live Theater 8 work closely with the other two holic beverage laws and can help ously intoxicated patrons, illegal disconnects. We must beat the crisis and re-connect says Trathen. agencies to effectuate the terms communities reduce alcohol-re- solicitations of alcohol and other Daily Acts takes to organic farm gardens; one such is located in of the grant agreement. lated problems. criminal activities such as the Cotati called Pocket Park near the creek. Not only do you grow your The grant is one of several “The program improves the sale and possession of illegal own food from garden to table, but it is a form of beauty and satis- Scott Sheldon 12 awarded in California to local quality of life in neighborhoods,” drugs. faction. Worker together connects peoples’ heart and minds. law enforcement agencies said ABC Director Jacob Appel- The APP Program has distrib- Daily Acts spreads the word by attending conferences, exposing Ken Weise 12 through ABC’s Alcohol Policing smith. “We’ve seen a real differ- uted over $20 million to local solutions such as re-generating forests. Partnership Program. The grant ence in the communities where law enforcement to combat alco- Daily Acts have partnered with cities and churches. Sonoma funding is specifically targeted to the grant program resources have hol-related crime. County has incredible leaders but currently there is no plan or ideas Health... ‘Crisis’ see page 8 Body... Mind... Sprit... SanBy Stephanie DerammelaereFrancisco Mime“It’s loosely basedTroupe on the novel but the piratesto are perform cor- some it’s their first exposure in to liveCotati theater,” says Hel- On Aug 25 the San Francisco Mime Troupe will per- porate housing developers,” says Lawrence Helman, man. “They may not understand all the politics but it’s Julie Ann Soukoulis 11 form their new musical, Treasure Island, in La Plaza Publicist for the San Francisco Mime Troupe. “It takes done in the commedia dell’arte style which has buffoon- George Malkemus 11 Park in Cotati. This will be the first time the troupe has place around Treasure Island which is a man-made is- ery, lots of sound effects, and there’s a sword fight on- performed in Cotati in the 60 years it has been perform- land between San Francisco and the East Bay which was stage so there is a lot to watch. It’s very colorful and ing free political theater throughout the Bay Area and made for the World’s Fair in 1939. Afterwards it became there are trap doors and people coming in and out. Peo- Northern California parks. a naval base and has become a toxic waste dump. Now ple go out one door and they come back as a different The troupe creates and performs a different show they’re building ‘affordable housing’ on it and it hasn’t character. It’s a great way to expose children and new every year and this year is sure not to disappoint. The been tested properly. Officials have been lying about the audiences to live theater, some of which have never seen subject of the musical is the development of Treasure Is- level of toxicity and nuclear waste on the island. [The a live show before.” Kids land, California by unscrupulous developers. Using the play] has a lot of metaphors. It has the whole treasure is- Despite the name “mime troupe,” the show is any- classic novel Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson land theme with pirates but this time the pirates are the thing but silent, with actors talking and singing. The as inspiration, the show depicts the story of Hawkins, a evil developers who are lying to make a profit.” group uses the term “mime” in its classical and original civil servant in San Francisco, who accidentally stum- The performance will be a family-friendly event. definition, “the exaggeration of daily life in story and bles upon the plans of a developer, L.J. Silver. Through While children may not understand all of the underlying song.” It is a form of popular theater that has been bribery and brutality Silver overrides all health, safety, political concepts, they will appreciate and be captivated around throughout the world since ancient Greek and and human concerns regarding developing Treasure Is- by the action and drama on-stage. Roman times, through the Renaissance, and into today. Richard Crane 12 land for his own greed. “A lot of times people bring their young kids and for ‘Mime’ see page 8 Walk-a-thon 14 Sponsored by: September 14, 1-5 pm Sponsored by: Rohnert Park Community Center, 5401 Snyder Ln.

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RPPSAs summer comes to a close,encouragesSafety will have additional offi- cording topublic the National Highway Park to Public Safetydrive Sergeant Jer- driving sober ability, designate a sober Member California Rohnert Park Department of cers on the road looking for driv- Traffic Safety Administration, rod Marshall said. “Driving driver or use a ride-share service. Newspaper Publishers Printed on 100% Public Safety is asking drivers to ers suspected of driving under there were 376 deadly crashes while drunk or high is danger- If you see someone driving im- Association recycled paper not get behind the wheel after the influence of alcohol and/or nationwide during the 2017 ous, irresponsible and causes too paired, call 911. drinking or using drugs that im- drugs. In addition to patrols, Labor Day holiday period (Sept. many senseless tragedies. We Funding for DUI enforcement ©Rohnert Park, California pact your ability to drive safely. Rohnert Park Public Safety will 1 to Sept. 5). Among those hope that drivers get the message is provided by a grant from the Rohnert Park Public Safety is hold a DUI/Driver’s License crashes, more than one-third (36 that driving impaired will never California Office of Traffic August 23, 2019 joining law enforcement agen- Checkpoint Aug. 23 from 7 p.m. percent) involved a drunk driver. be tolerated.” Safety, through the National Volume No. 27, Issue No. 30 cies across the country in the na- to 2 a.m. at an undisclosed loca- Last year, two people were Driving while impaired is ille- Highway Traffic Safety Admin- Published: Every Friday tional enforcement campaign, tion within the City of Rohnert killed, and 31 others injured in gal, whether it is alcohol, pre- istration. Phone (707) 584-2222 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. Park. California on Labor Day alone. scription drugs, over-the-counter FAX (707) 584-2233 During this period, which runs Labor Day weekend remains “There are so many ways to medications or marijuana. If you from Aug. 16 to Sept. 2 (Labor one of the deadliest times of year get home safely without driving plan on drinking or are taking Adjudication: The Community Day), Rohnert Park Public for alcohol-involved crashes. Ac- under the influence,” Rohnert medications that can affect your Voice is an adjudicated newspa- per of general circulation in ac- cordance with the laws of PG&E Wildfire Assistance Program California by decree number Spring Lake 207762 of the Superior Court of Sonoma County, dated August accepting applications for aid 22, 1994, and qualified for publi- Beginning August 15, 2019, distribute these funds and ensur- payment. These funds will be WaterWater Bark offers convenient Bark season passkickoff cation of matters required by law those displaced by the 2017 ing the program supports those available only after “Basic The Spring Lake Water Bark, a leash-free day for dogs to swim to be published in a newspaper. Northern California wildfires with the most immediate needs. Unmet Needs” payments have and romp on the sand, kicks off at the Spring Lake Swimming La- On August 8, 2008 the decree and 2018 Camp fire can apply PG&E is focused on helping been issued. Supplemental pay- goon Sat., Sept. 7. Water Bark days will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 242968 was granted by the Supe- for aid through an independently those impacted by the devastat- ments will be available to indi- p.m. on Sept. 7-8, 15, 21-22 and 28-29. No Water Bark will be held rior Court of California to be the administered Wildfire Assistance ing wildfires in recent years and viduals and families who Sat., Sept. 14 because Spring Lake will be busy with a cross-country Newspaper of general circulation Program funded by Pacific Gas strengthening our energy system currently face extreme or ex- meet that day. for City of Rohnert Park, CA. and Electric Company (PG&E). to prevent utility-caused cata- traordinary circumstances as Entry fees for the Water Bark are $5 per dog for Sonoma County PG&E’s $105 million fund, ap- strophic fires. We feel strongly compared to others who were Ownership: Regional Parks’ members and $7 per dog for non-members. Parking proved by the judge in PG&E’s that helping these communities impacted by the 2017 and 2018 The Community Voice is a sub- is free for members or $7 per vehicle for non-members. For conven- Chapter 11 cases, is intended to now is the right thing to do,” said wildfires. ience, attendees may purchase tickets online in advance, and to ex- sidiary of The Shah Family help those who are either unin- Bill Johnson, CEO and President To qualify for the payments, LLC., a family owned and oper- pedite admission into the Water Bark, we recommend that guests sured or need assistance with al- of PG&E Corporation. applicants’ primary residence print and sign the online waiver and turn it in upon arrival. Pre-sale ated business in Rohnert Park ternative living expenses or other Applicants can request a must have been within the since 2003. tickets and waiver forms are available atKwww.sonomacountyparks- urgent needs. The court-ap- “Basic Unmet Needs” payment boundary of the 2017 Northern foundation.org/water-bark.html. Mission Statement proved independent administra- of $5,000 per household for vic- California wildfires or the 2018 Like last year, dog owners can purchase a non-transferable season The Community Voice is pub- tor is set to file the eligibility tims who establish basic eligibil- Camp fire. Applicants also must pass for $30. Season pass holders will be issued their very own plas- lished to provide a fair, accurate, criteria as required by the court ity requirements and self-certify establish proof of identity and tic membership card, complete with a dog ID photo, valid for all objective and honest voice for and will open the application that they have at least $5,000 of certify that they are not request- September 2019 Water Bark dates. The season pass saves Water the community, its leaders, and process.K unmet needs that have not been ing payments for an expense al- Bark guests money and reduces the time needed for dogs and their businesses; leadership that con- “Our goal is to get the money compensated by the Federal ready paid for by FEMA. owners to check in. tributes to the betterment of our to those who most need it as Emergency Management Applicants can find more in- The Water Bark will kick off Sept. 7 with free treats and tennis community; information that re- quickly as possible. We will pri- Agency (FEMA). Payments are formation and apply for assis- balls for the first 300 dogs. Award-winning local photographer Julie flects our community in every- oritize wildfire victims who have to support needs such as water, tanceVader will return Sept. 21 and 22, and the photos will subsequently thing we do. urgent needs, including those food, prescriptions, medical sup- atKhttps://www.norcalwildfireas- be for sale atKwww.julievader.com. Julie Vader Photography donates We will continuously serve as who are currently without ade- plies and equipment, infant for- sistanceprogram.com/. The half of all proceeds from Water Bark sales to the nonprofit Sonoma the leading information source quate shelter,” said Cathy Yanni, mula and diapers, personal deadline to file for aid is Novem- County Regional Parks Foundation. while never compromising our plan administrator. Yanni is part- hygiene items, and transportation ber 15, 2019. In addition, the Water Bark itself benefits the Parks Foundation, principles by exercising our role nering with local agencies and fuels beyond what FEMA cov- The $105 million being pro- which funds projects throughout Sonoma County Regional Parks. of seeking practical solutions and community organizations to ad- ered in the days immediately fol- vided by PG&E was made avail- Regional Parks is renowned for offering more than 50 dog-friendly protecting those living within our minister the fund. lowing the declared disasters. able from the company’s cash parks, beaches and trails in Sonoma County. community. “We appreciate the diligent Those who receive basic pay- reserves. PG&E will not seek The Spring Lake Water Bark is held in the park’s swimming la- work of the fund administrator in ments may also qualify for a cost recovery from its customers. goon. The lagoon is free of blue-green algae, which is sometimes Publisher/CEO quickly establishing a way to “Supplemental Unmet Needs” present at other local bodies of water during the summer. The lagoon Yatin Shah is slightly chlorinated and filtered to ensure safe water for the dogs.K The only event of its kind in the North Bay, the Water Bark is Business office highly anticipated each fall. Last year, 3,500 dogs enjoyed the swim Rose Shah fest during the month of Sept. Sponsors of the Spring Lake Water Bark include AcCounting OnComputers, Green Valley Consulting Advertising Engineers, Paradise Pet Resorts and Mary’s Pizza Shack.K Open Hawaiian luau The Spring Lake Water Bark is a joint project of Sonoma County Regional Parks and the nonprofit Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation, which raises funds, fosters partnerships and advocates Circulation on behalf of Sonoma County Regional Parks. Bill Poole Get your hulaPenngrove on for the 10th annual Hawaiian Luau, Penngrove style Style Sat., Sept. 7, at Pen- ngrove Park, 11800 Main Street. Mai Tai hour starts at 1 p.m., with dinner at 3 p.m. Island dress General Office is encouraged. Penngrove Social Firemen’s talented volunteer chefs will serve kalua pork, yams, Claudia Smith Hawaiian Rice, Asian salad, Hawaiian chicken and dessert. The entertainment is by Taimalietane Islands of Polynesia troupe. Enter a drawing for a Hawaiian vacation for two, The six-day, five- night trip for two at Honua Kai Resort Hotel in Kaanapali, Maui. Air and car are included. Raffle Website & Social Media tickets are $10 each or 6 for $50. Proceeds help the non-profit Penngrove Social Firemen to main- SutterWork Santa Rosa Regional at Hospital gift is looking shop for mature gift Charlotte Grayson tain and improve Penngrove Park and Clubhouse. shop volunteers who can commit to sharing four hours of their time Penngrove Social Firemen was formed more than 50 years ago to support the community. The once a week. Contact Fran Rizo at [email protected]. News non-profit group owns and maintains the Penngrove Park and Penngrove Community Clubhouse Irene Hilsendager for the enjoyment of all. By reservation, tickets are $25; $10 children ages 6 -12, by pre-sale at Stephanie Derammelaere JavAmore Cafe, 10101 Main St., Penngrove, or call 707-794-1516 to charge tickets by phone. Lanny and Janet Lowery Tickets available online atKhttps://penngroveluau.brownpapertickets.comKLimited tickets available at the door. See more atKwww.penngrovesocialfiremen.orgK. 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By Lanny RohnertLowery Park’smented on the father/son Balldude, duo’s abilities. They had already nick- formationLeff usually appear Brown on the big screen at least once during the If you were a teenaged left-handed catcher whose battery mate, named Leff the Flopper and accused this left-handed catcher of mak- game. This also happens at Balldude Camp. Bill Lee, made it to the major leagues, how far do you think your ing a fake fall. Going to Balldude Camp does not automatically mean that person baseball fantasies would travel? How could you fulfill them? Brown talked about the Balldudes’ fielding experiences in gen- will be a Balldude in a game. Brown, in 2008, gave a ball to a kid Rohnert Park resident Leffler Brown, known best for his twenty eral. His brother, for example, went through his first three years and celebrating his birthday. Lucille the Seal threw a Frisbee of a pizza plus years serving as a trustee with the Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified six games never having a fielding chance. Leff to the kid. Brown sent a note to his ticket School District, and a successful executive with Hewlett-Packard has had many opportunities since his first game agent who passed the story on to the Gi- and the Santa Rosa Fire Department, and owner of a pool construc- when the Giants played the Pirates. ants. Suddenly, he received an email of- tion company, has lived out his baseball dreams the past twelve years One memorable play happened during the fering him a Balldude opportunity. Brown as a San Francisco Giant Balldude. 2016 Division Playoff game against the Cubs. selected a weekday night game so that he The Giants describe the Balldude/Balldudette Program as “a Slugger Anthony Rizzo, according to Brown, would find tickets close to his assignment unique way to involve fans in the on-field action. During each home “Hit a screaming line drive that ripped my glove for his family. game, the team designates two people to don Giants uniforms and off of me.” Giants’ first baseman Brandon Belt Brown has had some amazing encoun- field foul balls to hand to children in the crowd.” The Giants were signaled safe to Brown. One of Brown’s sons ters with players and umpires. His best the first major league team to use adults in this role. Originally, this posted a video of this play on You Tube but player interaction involved Angels’ star “Senior Involvement Program” used people over 59 “but now in- MLB took it down as it infringed on its rights. Mike Trout as the outfielder came up to cludes a broad range of folks, ages 21 and older.” Brown explained a typical day for a Balldude. Brown and said, “What’s your name? Brown, a season ticket holder, first went to Balldude Camp in One hour before the game begins, the Balldude How are you doing?” Trout seemed gen- 2007 participating in a Giants Community Fundraiser, where for walks through an employee entrance, goes uinely interested. And Brown, a grandfa- $750, he could prepare to be a Balldude. Two training camps that through security and picks up a credential. This ther, felt star-struck just as if he were still day separated the fifty plus from the younger candidates. Ex-Giant gets the Balldude past the visiting dugout. In the a boy. players conducted batting practice as well as infield and outfield employee locker room the Balldude encounters Third Base Umpire Joe Buck once drills. Then the prospective Balldudes sat on stools and answered ushers and guards all suiting up by their lockers. walked over to Brown for a little conver- trivia questions. Brown remembered that many of the questions Two ladies check in the Balldude and issue a hel- sation. He reported, “Coach made an were too obscure for even the most dedicated fans, but he knew the met and a stool. Brown presents these ladies with San Francisco Giants “Balldude” amazing catch” which was his way of ad- answer to one of his: “Who was the Baby Bull?” gifts like wine, flowers or candy. Next, the Ball- Leffler Brown in his back yard. monishing the Balldude not to interfere. And most of us recall that he was Rookie of the Year in 1958 and dude goes down to enter the field walking with Robert Grant This year Giants’ bullpen coach Matt Most Valuable Player in the National League in 1967. the players and then moves to the position far be- Herges teased Brown throughout the game Brown recalls that Shawon Dunston and Rich Murray conducted hind first or third base. Before, during and after the game the Ball- because Brown’s son made a spectacular catch. the drills that day. He might have missed some instruction as he dude talks with the fans, serving as a public relations agent. Brown has been a Giants fan since they first arrived in Seals Sta- said, “I was just in awe of being on the field.” And that feeling has There are some basic rules for the Balldude. First, he or she can dium back in 1958. His all-time favorite player, no surprise, is occurred the nearly 40 times since when Brown has been the Ball- never initiate conversations with players and coaches but can re- Willie Mays and his favorite teams won the World Series in 2010, dude. spond if spoken to. Second, the Balldude, during the game, must 2012, and 2014. In twelve years, Brown has averaged two appearances a year plus always look at the umpire and wait until a ball is called foul before Following the Giants and being a Balldude return Brown to the one playoff game in 2016 when the Giants faced the Cubs who went going after it. Third, the Balldude must always “hand” any fielded childhood excitement that comes with the love of baseball. No won- on to win the World Series. Brown and his brother Rich partnered ball to a kid in the stands. Balldudes are advised to find potential der then that his favorite Balldude duty is giving a ball to a kid. as Balldudes for nine years. One highlight for the brothers and all ball recipients before the game and prior to any possible play. And who is the Baby Bull, the 1958 Rookie of the Year and the of the Balldudes of 2014 was marching in the San Francisco Parade Brown said that the Balldude’s picture and some biographical in- 1967 Most Valuable Player? Orlando Cepeda. Brown answered the celebrating the World Series win. Since Rich retired, Leff’s three question correctly. sons have taken turns sharing the honors. One of the sons and Leff covered the Father’s Day game this year. Most recently his oldest son Kevin made a spectacular play and Gi- The People’s Choice award winner ants’ television broadcasters, Mike Krukow and Duane Kuiper com- The People’s Choice award winner from the August Photogra- Festival needs volunteers phy Show at the li- Taste of Sonoma to be held Aug. 31 at Green Music Center is a brary was day of savoring and exploring wine and food. Volunteer opportuni- Raymond Paul ties are available for people who love public interaction and enjoy Freitas. food and wine. Wine tastings and Taste of Sonoma passes are given The title of his for certain shifts. Email Lisa Thompson at [email protected]. photo is Sonoma Coast Sunset.&The photography show Lead lessons on nature was very well at- Discover Sonoma County’s secrets at Sonoma State University’s tended. Aidan! Fairfield Osborn Preserve and share your new knowledge with chil- th dren and friends. Trainings are Tues. Sept. 10 to Oct. 8 and volun- Photo taken by Happy 11 Birthday teers will lead school tours through mid-Nov. Volunteers get access Tiffany Kwan to events, faculty and experts. Email [email protected]. Grandma and family

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* Sale ends Septemebr 2, 2019 ** Special offer not applied to previous purchase, advertising items and reduced items. *** $2000 minium purchase to be qualified for special financing offer, on approved credit. Some restrictions apply. Check with sales associate for details. Price error is subjected to be corrected. Advertising items are limited on hand, color photo may be different. 4 - Friday, August 23, 2019 Newspaper of Rohnert Park-Cotati-Penngrove The Community Voice Community Events Calendar August 23, 2019 through September 5, 2019 Friday, August 23 Safety Outreach Coordinator at [email protected]. Learn how to 900 Sanford Rd., Santa Rosa. benefit your neighborhood during an emergency. • Headline comedy with Jay Mohr. 7:30-9:30 p.m. 1100 Valley • Party on the Plaza, 5–8 p.m. at Rohnert Park’s Farmers’ Market. House Dr., Rohnert Park. 707-665-9472. Live music Reggae Night Un Amour Band (Positive Reggae). Tuesday, August 27 • Meet and greet with Sandra Anfang at Copperfield’s, 140 Ken- • Drop off household toxic household things. No appointment tucky St., Petaluma. 1:30-3:30 p.m. needed. Central Disposal Site (Bldg. 5), 500. Mecham Rd., • Senior fitness, 10:45 a.m.-noon. Free. 6800 Hunter Dr., Rohnert • Wings over wine country airshow. Volunteer sign up-you get free Petaluma. Bring your ID to prove residency. Park. admission & parking. VolunteerBBQ.signupgenius.com. • Buddy will be shown at 7 p.m. in Warren Auditorium, Ives Hall • Marin Traveling show at Rebound Books, San Rafael. 7 p.m. on the SSU campus. Suggested ticket donation is $5. There is a • Benefit concert for the Living Peace Wall and the PJC. 7-9 p.m. Sunday, September 1 parking lot fee of $5. 707-664-2606. Redwood Café, 8240 Old Redwood Hwy., Cotati. 707-795-7868. • Honor the Pasta King at the Santa Rosa Golf & Country Club • Children’s Museum of Sonoma County, 1835 W. Steele Ln., hosted by the Boy Scouts Council. To order tickets go to Wednesday, August 28 Santa Rosa. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. www.redwoodbsa.org. • A little street music featuring Twang Ditty. Taft St. Winery, 2030 • Seawolf part-time job, internship and service fair at 1801 E. Co- Barlow Ln., Sebastopol. Saturday, August 24 tati Ave., Rohnert Park. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, September 2 • Bodega seafood, art and wine festival 10 a.m.-6 p.m.bode- • Exhibition-Grass Roots Cannabis 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Museum of gaseafoodfestival.com. Sonoma County, 425 7 th St., Santa Rosa. • Labor Day (Voice office closed) • The 22nd annual St. Joseph Church Men’s Club Golf tourney. • Reading at the Aqus Café, 189 H St., Petaluma. 6:15 p.m. Call Jan Godoski at 707-823-2448 or Dennis Crandall at 707-824- Thursday, August 29 8239 for more information. You can register at www.stjosephs- Tuesday, September 3 golf.com. • Memory Lane playing at Cotati’s Farmers’ Market along with • Grand opening & ribbon cutting, Sozo student center & free games for all ages provided by Farmster. • Autobiographical writing 9:30 a.m.-noon. At the senior center Squatch’s gourmet ice cream & coffee shop, 1451 Southwest • The state of water: Understanding Ca. most precious resource activity room, 6800 Hunter Dr., Rohnert Park. For more informa- Blvd., Suite 100 in University Sq. Free. presentation and book-signing by Obi Kaufmann. 6:30-8:30 p.m. tion call, 707-585-6780. • ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’ 7:30 p.m. Weill Hall, Green Music $14 (non-refundable). Pre-registration required. Call 707-527- Center, RP. 707-664-4246. 9277 x 110. Laguna Environmental Center, 900 Sanford Rd., Wednesday, September 4 Santa Rosa. Sunday, August 25 • Understanding Alzheimer’s and dementia 1-3 p.m. Free. RSVP • Chris Isaak, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $59-$79. Luther Burbank Center, to the Alzheimer’s Association at 800-272-3900. Santa Rosa. For more information, go to lutherburbankcenter.org. • Second annual Luau at Bear Republic Lakeside, 5000 Roberts Lake Rd., Rohnert Park. 5 p.m. Tickets available at brownpa- Friday, August 30 Thursday, September 5 pertickets.com. • Enjoy a historic docent-guided stroll through lovely Petaluma. 1- • Party on the Plaza, 5–9 p.m. at Rohnert Park’s Farmers’ Market. • Beginning line dancing 9-10:30 a.m. Fee: $3. At the senior cen- 3 p.m. For more information, call 707-778-4398. Live music Poyntlyss Sistars (Female led 50s-90s Dance Music.) ter activity room, 6800 Hunter Dr., Rohnert Park. For more infor- • Buddy will be shown at 4 p.m. in Warren Auditorium, Ives Hall 7:30–9 p.m. Rotten Tomatoes. The last farmers’ market for the mation call, 707-585-6780. on the SSU campus. Suggested ticket donation is $5. There is a year. • Monthly TED Talk and discussion led by Dr. Jon Jackson. At the parking lot fee of $5. 707-664-2606. Sebastopol Senior Center. 2-3:30 p.m. www.sebastopolsenior- Saturday, August 31 center.org/activities. Monday, August 26 • Celebrate a ribbon cutting at 574 E. Cotati Ave., Cotati from • Coiled willow basket workshop with Charlie Kennard. 9:30 5:30-7 p.m. Appetizers provided. • Map your neighborhood community meeting 6:30-8 p.m. Free, a.m.-3:30 p.m. $100 Pre-registration required. Pre-registration re- open to the community. RSVP to Skip Jirrels, Sebastopol Public quired. Call 707-527-9277 x 110. Laguna Environmental Center, When submitting events, please include time, phone and address for the event. Send to [email protected] Event listing is free for Non-Profit and community events only.

All events are free and openRohne to the public. rt For Park-Cotati more information, call theLibrary library at 584-9121 news or visit www.sonomalibrary.org. *** No Tech Help for month of August *** Cotati Teen Book Club (Offsite at City of Cotati - Copeland Room, Tech Help will resume in Sept., call the library at 707-584-9121 to English Conversation Circle Sat., 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Practice 201 West Sierra Ave) Wed. Aug. 28, 4–5:30 p.m. Select a free book make an appointment English conversation in a small group setting. to read each month and meet to discuss and recommend books with other teens. Snacks provided!

Adult Programs Children and Teen Programs Bilingual Storytime Cuentos y Cantos (ages 0-5) Fri. Aug. 30, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Books, songs, rhymes and play in English and Community Coffee Read to a Dog Fri., 10-11 a.m. Meet your fellow patrons and – Wed., 3:30-4:30 p.m. all year round. Spanish! ¡Libros, canciones, rimas y actividades en inglés y es- library staff with free coffee and pastries. Learn about new and up- pañol! coming library resources.

ContactMore than 425,000 PG&E information customers have provided updates since neededtomer Officer. “We from are asking each aboutof our customers to 150,000 be sure we need to evacuate; PG&E and customers June 2018 have their latest, most up-to-date contact information so that we can Clear defensible space around your home or business. Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is reaching out to do our best to reach them in advance of a potential Public Safety VisitOhttp://www.safetyactioncenter.pge.comOfor more information about 150,000 customers encouraging them to update their home Power Shutoff event.” about how to prepare. phone number, mobile number, email and other key information so The Public Safety Power Shutoff program is one of many addi- PG&E thanks the 425,000 customers who have taken action to the company can contact them in advance should it become neces- tional precautionary safety measures in response to the 2017 and ensure they will receive its wildfire safety alerts since June 1, 2018. sary to temporarily turn off power for safety this fire season. 2018 wildfires that the company is putting in place as part of its For customers who have not yet confirmed or updated their contact PG&E sent emails to about 62,000 customers with incomplete Community Wildfire Safety Program intended to reduce wildfire information, PG&E strongly encourages everyone to do so by vis- contact information earlier this month. Later this week, the company threats and strengthen communities for the future. itingOwww.pge.com/mywildfirealertsOor by calling the PG&E con- will mail postcards to about 95,000 customers who have no phone Extreme weather threats can change quickly. PG&E’s goal, de- tact center atO1-866-743-6589. number or email on file. pendent on weather and other factors, is to send customer alerts About PG&E It is important that all customers keep their information updated through automated calls, texts and emails at 48 hours, again at 24 Pacific Gas and Electric Company, a subsidiary ofOPG&E Corpo- so PG&E can share important wildfire safety alerts. In addition to hours, and again just prior to shutting off power. rationO(NYSE:PCG), is one of the largest combined natural gas and notifying customers directly, PG&E also will provide outage updates Besides updating their contact information to prepare for Public electric energy companies in the United States. Based in San Fran- and safety information through channels such as social media, local Safety Power Shutoffs, PG&E encourages customers to do the fol- cisco, with more than 20,000 employees, the company delivers some news, radio andOpge.com. lowing: of the nation’s cleanest energy to nearly 16 million people in North- “Being prepared ahead of wildfires and other emergencies is es- Have an emergency plan for wildfires and discuss it with your ern and Central California. For more information, sential to keeping our families, friends and neighbors safe,” said friends, family and neighbors; visitOwww.pge.comOandOpge.com/news. Laurie Giammona, PG&E’s Senior Vice President and Chief Cus- Update or create a go bag or 72-hour kit that can be used if you Alumnus Teixeira educational fund with endowment Students trade with real dollars in newly launched Student Managed Investment Fund The School of Business and ’16, financial advisor at Morgan make live trades beginning this gram. The SMIF program was ior year of undergrad,” said Teix- and identification of a diversified Economics at Sonoma State Uni- Stanley, with Dr. Douglas Jor- fall.“The Student Managed In- made possible by Patrick’s vi- eira. “I wanted to support a pro- investment portfolio. “I wanted versity announced a $10,000 gift dan, chair of the School’s Busi- vestment Fund teaches students sion and generosity and Nick’s gram that would have the to find a way to give back to the from alumnus Patrick Teixeira, ness Administration Department, critical skills sought after by em- leadership and expertise.” “Start- greatest impact and provide stu- school as well as bring real- class of 2009, to fund and launch as faculty advisor. The invest- ployers in the financial services ing a student managed invest- dents with a transformative ex- world experiences to students on Student Managed Investment ment portfolio went live this and banking industry,” said Dr. ment fund has been my dream perience.” Since fall 2018, campus,” said Mendelson. “Re- Fund. The educational and summer. Through the program Jordan. “Patrick Teixeira and for the last 10 years since I Mendelson has worked closely flecting on the pivotal choices hands-on learning program is led students will have the opportu- Nick Mendelson have been opti- learned about them at a finance with 14 students, guiding them and experiences that got me to by alumnus Nick Mendelson nity to track its performance and mistic champions of this pro- conference I attended in my sen- through the research, analysis ‘Fund’ see page 10

By Mickey Zeldes closingFostering in the evening, adoption outreach assistantsis fun and bunny geries (up to 80 lbs.) for low-income Rohnert Park and Cotati resi- What’s even better than watching the telly at night? What pro- huggers! Interested in fundraising? Our non-profit, the Animal dents. Call 588-3531 for an appointment. vides laughing-out-loud non-stop entertainment? Guaranteed to Shelter League, can use a few helping hands for our upcoming amuse everyone from your kindergartner to your grandmother? A fundraiser, Bark after Dark. When you apply on-line there is a Mickey Zeldes is the supervisor at the Rohnert Park Animal litter of kittens at play! And the best part is that when they finally spot to indicate your interests and skills, so we can match you up Shelter. She can be contacted at [email protected]. get tired you get some cuddle time in too. The best of both with the most appropriate position. worlds! I’m not suggesting that you adopt a whole litter – but you Come join our life-saving team – either by directly taking in could foster a pair or more and have kittens (the politically correct and raising some kittens or by helping the shelter overall. We way) to entertain you! have a great group of animal lovers so you will have lots of good Fostering can be lots of fun. Watching little furballs play fight company! We know we couldn’t possibly do all that we do with- Pets of the Week and wrestle, zoom around the room, explore new territory – it’s out the help of every single volunteer and we appreciate their en- We Have Kittens!!! better than anything on the TV! As the days go by it’s fascinating ergy and time. Come make a difference – apply today! to see them grow and develop little personalities. It’s a project the Boss is the man! And what a handsome 6 whole family can get involved in – no reason the children can’t year old Doberman he is! He still plays help scooping the litterboxes or fill the kibble. And it’s an oppor- Upcoming Events with toys like a puppy, has had some tunity to teach appropriate handling, respect for when the animals “Get Them Back Home” Campaign – Every lost pet should training, and loves to romp in water! He are sleeping, important priorities (who gets to eat first?) and com- have a way to get back home. FREE pet ID tag and a back-up mi- can get along with female dogs but still passion to your children. crochip are available to all residents of Rohnert Park and Cotati. intact (surgery is scheduled), he is not Kitten season is in full swing and we are seeing a second wave No appointment necessary, just come by the shelter during our having it with other male dogs. of litters now. With school and other life changes, we have lost a regular open hours: Wed 1-6:30; Thurs.-Fri.-Sat. 1-5:30; Sun. 1- few of our foster families so we need to replenish our roster. If 4:30. you think you are up for fostering (whether that be just a pair of Fix-it Clinics – Free spay and neuters for cats; and $60 dog sur- Our photographer kittens or a litter of 4-6 babies) –please sign up now to become a had fun with our kittens – I mean little foster parent. It’s usually a commitment of usually just 2-3 lions! We have a wide variety of colors weeks depending on the age and size of the kittens you take, and and fur-length kittens available. They are no experience is required – we provide all the food and supplies all adorable….maybe you should take you need and are available for any questions. You just have to F O U N D A N I M A L S two! (we offer a discount on a pair, just give them a safe small area in your house (a bathroom is perfect, so you know.) or we can provide a cage), some time and love! More details are Dogs available on our website, https://rpanimalshelter.org/get-in- 8/14/19 190762 Pit mix Brown/white Male Adult volved/foster-program/. Visit our small animal wonderland and se- All applications to volunteer, for any position, are now done Cats and other small animals on-line. There is a link to the application on our website at lect a pair of bunnies or guinea pigs – we 8/13/19 190749 Rooster White/black/brown Male Adult have several to choose from. https://rpanimalshelter.org/get-involved/volunteer-information/. 8/14/19 190755 DMH Black/white Female Kitten We have streamlined our process to onboard new volunteers and more of it is done digitally. There is still a personal interview 8/14/19 190757 DSH Black/white Male Adult (for adults) and training, of course, but there is no longer a long 8/14/19 190750 DLH Orange tabby Adult wait for the next general orientation. If you have applied in the 8/14/19 190756 Cockateil Gray/yellow/white Adult past and become frustrated with the delays, try again and submit an application online. If you don’t have a computer there are free DSH: Domestic shorthair, DMH: Domestic mediumhair, DLH: Domestic Longhair Rohnert Park Animal Shel- ones available to use at the public library or you can stop by the shelter and one of our friendly staff will assist you with the appli- Visit our Web site at www.RPAnimalShelter.org ter cation process. Rohnert Park Animal Shelter, 301 J. Rogers Lane, Rohnert Park, 584-1582 584-1582 In addition to foster parents, we need help in our front office, • Wed: 1-6:30 p.m. • Thur-Sat: 1-5:30 p.m. • Sun: 1-4:30 p.m. www.rpanimalshelter.org people willing to do some of the cleaning in the morning and 301 J. Rogers Lane off Redwood Drive. The Community Voice Newspaper of Rohnert Park-Cotati-Penngrove Friday, August 23, 2019 - 5 6 - Friday, August 23, 2019 Newspaper of Rohnert Park-Cotati-Penngrove The Community Voice

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Big housingCalifornia voters haveaction often ciscan, would prohibitimminent rent gouging by limiting what it callsdespite “ex- That could turn muchpast of California intovotes a slightly newer replica made it clear they don’t much treme or unreasonable rent increases.” This one, moving steadily of San Francisco’s Castro District, where Wiener has lived more care for efforts by the state to toward passage, would limit rent increases to the level of rises in than 20 years among its plethora of four- and five-story walkups.I interfere with free markets in the local Consumer Price Index, plus 5 percent, with the total an- While all these housing plans come from representatives of San housing. Despite some public nual increase capped at 10 percent regardless of what the CPI Francisco and Berkeley, along with Santa Monica arguably the polls showing support for might do. most left-leaning places in California, it pays not to view them all denser housing and rent con- That measure flies completely in the face of the whopping de- through the lens of urban, left-wing politicians trying to impose trols, these ideas don’t do well feat suffered by Proposition 10, but neither Chiu nor Newsom, if their world-view on the rest of the state. at the ballot box, the latest ex- he signs it, expects any political ill effects. It’s more helpful, rather, to examine each proposal separately ample last year’s resounding Another major bill would suspend for years local laws that leg- without rushing to judgment. Using vacant state-owned land to defeat of the pro-rent control islators believe inhibit housing production, covering everything solve the state’s most visible social problems – homelessness and Proposition 10 by a 59-41 per- from zoning changes, building standards, fees on low-income housing affordability makes good economic and social justice cent margin. housing and local moratoria on new housing. The measure, by sense. It would cost far less than building on land that must be But state legislators and Berkeley’s Democratic state Sen. Nancy Skinner, would set what purchased. Thomas D. Elias Gov. Gavin Newsom appar- it calls “reasonable” time periods for processing housing permits. But taking away the authority of local governments – both ently prefer to heed unofficial Cities and counties that don’t comply could be sued or fined. counties and charter cities – to control their own zoning decisions California focus surveys over what actual vot- Another key bill would open vacant state-owned lands to build- is another matter, one that could have serious consequences for al- ers have done. ing affordable homes, the definition of affordability varying by lo- most every property owner or renter in those places. And so, while the most radi- cale. “This will free up thousands of acres up and down the state The bottom line: Legislators should carefully pick and choose cal of this year’s housing proposals has been delayed at least until on which affordable housing can be sited,” said its sponsor, Dem- from among the proposals now before them, taking the ones that next spring, the strong likelihood is that when proposed laws from ocratic Assemblyman Phil Ting, another San Franciscan.I have a proven possibility of working and discarding the rest. But the present legislative session reach Newsom’s desk, he will sign “We need to unlock surplus land for this purpose and the public it’s almost certain there will be serious change in housing policy, into law a large medley of seemingly pro-consumer housing bills. good,” he added. no matter which of the current bills become law. No, none individually would have the strong impact of the Unlike Wiener’s SB 50, this one most likely would not alter the stalled SB 50, the effort by San Francisco’s Democratic state Sen. entire character of whole neighborhoods and even some full cities. Email Thomas Elias [email protected]. His book, “The Burzynski Scott Wiener to densify housing in most California cities. But Instead, it would make something useful of vacant lots and unused Breakthrough, The Most Promising Cancer Treatment and the Gov- what remains would still make major changes. former state buildings. By contrast, SB 50 would mandate high ernment’s Campaign to Squelch It,” is now available in a soft cover Take rent control, an idea that has strong local support in the 12 rise housing near all light rail transit stations and along frequently fourth edition. For more Elias columns, California cities where it is now law in some form. One bill by used bus routes, defined as those where buses run four or more visit+www.californiafocus.net Democratic Assemblyman David Chiu, Wiener’s fellow San Fran- times per hour.I

walls and glide down stairs, why don’t they fall through History 1996 the floor?I Root causes of By Is it legal to travel down a Peace Corps to test on Sept. 10 Irene road in reverse, as long as Sonoma County residents interested in Hilsendager your following the direction of the traffic? housing shortages putting their skills to use in developing na- Why doesn’t It is no exaggeration to say tions around the world are invited to take Why doesn’t the fattest man in there is a battle going on for DID McDonald’s sell the world become a hockey the Peace Corps placement test at 9 a.m. hotdogs?I the identity of Rohnert Park. on Saturday, Sept. 19, at room 3, U.S. Post YOU goalie?I The front lines of this battle are Are eyebrows considered When Atheists go to court, do Office, 730-2nd St. KNOW facial hair? not in our family-friendly com- The Peace Corps uses the placement test they have to swear on the munity, but in the capitol At a movie theater which arm bible? to determine how an applicant can be be rest is yours?I building in Sacramento. You utilized overseas. The test measures gen- ? Why is vanilla ice cream see, some state legislators have If an ambulance is on its way white when vanilla extract is eral aptitude and the ability to learn a lan- to save someone, and it runs mis-diagnosed the root causes guage, not education or achievement. (If brown? of California’s housing short- someone over, does it stop to Can animals commit suicide?I test scores indicate a limited language- help them? age. They assume a lack of learning ability, for example, the Peace Can you buy an entire chess local approvals is stopping Do vegetarians eat animal set in a pawn shop?I Corps tries to place the applicant in an crackers?I housing construction. In real- English-speaking country.) The placement Why do people think that ity, many factors are leading to Why are there no ‘B’ batter- swaying their arm back and test requires no preparation and is non- ies?I City of RP Updates a shortage of housing. Here competitive-an applicant can neither pass nor fail. forth would change the direc- are some of them: If a jogger runs at the speed of tion of a bowling ball?I By City Manager The application form, not the placement test, is the most impor- sound, can he still hear his High construction costs as a tant factor in the selection of volunteers. Persons interested in What do you do when you see Darrin Jenkins result of significant demand in iPod? an endangered animal that is serving in the Peace Corps must fill out an application, if they If man evolved from monkeys, Silicon Valley and San Fran- have not already done so, and present it to the tester before taking eating an endangered plant? cisco for office buildings and campuses. how come we still have mon- If glassblowers inhale do, they the test. Applications may be obtained from local post offices or keys?I Lack of specialty trade construction subcontractors. from the Peace Corps, Washington, D.C. 20525. get a pane in the stomach?I Shortage of construction workers. The state could address this How do you handcuff a one- Is it rude for a deaf person to The placement test takes about an hour and a half. armed man? through reform of its K-12 curriculum and junior college system talk (sign) with their mouth to better prepare students for construction jobs. When does it stop being partly full of food?I Irene Hilsendager’s column each week touches on moments in the cloudy and start being partly Immigration uncertainty from our federal government. history of Cotati, Rohnert Park and Penngrove. If a doctor suddenly had a Cost, long delays and uncertainty associated with the California sunny? heart attack while doing sur- If a kid refuses to sleep during Environmental Quality Act lawsuits, which the state could address gery, would the other doctors through legal reform. nap time, are they guilty of re- work on the doctor or the pa- sisting a rest?I Tariffs and trade uncertainty driving up materials costs. tient? A building boom to replace homes lost due to wildfires. If you are bald, what hair How can something be “new” Sweeping color do they put on your dri- High costs associated with mitigating water, sewer, transporta- and “improved”? if it’s new, tion and environmental impacts including endangered species (e.g. ver’s license? what was it improving on? If God sneezes, what should California tiger salamander, various vernal pool wild flowers). Why do they sterilize lethal The state’s elimination of local redevelopment agencies which up solutions you say?I injections? By Irene Hilsendager were the greatest affordable housing producers in the history of Is it still illegal to park next to Why aren’t drapes double Did you know if you come up one egg short California. a fire hydrant, even if your car sided so it looks nice on the when baking a cake, substitute two tablespoons of Federal tax reform which lowered the value of affordable hous- is on fire?I inside and outside of your mayonnaise? This will only work for one egg. ing tax credits, increasing the funding gap for affordable housing If a bunch of cats jump on top home? Did you know that if you add food coloring to projects. of each other, is it still called a Is a pessimist’s blood type B- the water before boiling eggs, then you can tell the hardboiled Whole-house vacation rentals taking housing stock off the mar- dog pile? negative?I ones from the raw ones? ket—Rohnert Park prohibits these rentals to preserve our homes If a baby’s leg pops out at Why is it that when we “skate Did you know to keep the yolks centered, stir the water while for residents. 11:59PM but his head doesn’t on thin ice,” we can “get in cooking hardboiled eggs? Lender reluctance to extend credit to construction projects since come out until 12:01, which hot water?” Did you know an easy way to separate eggs is to place a small the 2008 financial crisis; the state could address this by guarantee- day was he born on? If money doesn’t grow on funnel over a small measuring cup? Break the eggs into the fun- ing loans and thus reducing risks for lenders. Do Jewish vampires still avoid trees then why do banks have nel. Rather than address issues within their control, some state legis- crosses?I branches?I Did you know eggs should always be cooked at low tempera- lators are seeking to impose projects on local governments, elimi- If a mime is arrested, do they Why are the little Styrofoam ture to guarantee a tend white and smooth yolk? nate local fees, remove parking, override local plans and limit tell him he has a right to talk?I pieces called peanuts? Did you know you can substitute two egg yolks for one whole public input. In the past, the city has opposed such efforts to take In the song Yankee Doodle, is If pro and con are opposites, egg when making custards, cream pie fillings and salad dressings? away local authority. he calling the horse or the wouldn’t the opposite of Did you know there is no difference between white eggs and The Rohnert Park City Council recently sent a letter opposing feather “macaroni?” progress be congress?I brown eggs in either nutritional quality or taste? some of the worst bills pending in Sacramento. Is there a time limit on fortune Why does grape flavor smell Did you know the best egg shells should be dull not shiny or SB 330 would allow new apartment projects to provide no park- cookie predictions?I the way it is when actual bright? ing spaces, require existing residents to pay mitigation costs for If vampires can’t see their re- grapes don’t taste or smell Did you know the average hen produces about 200 eggs per new projects, override local voter protections of open space, and flections, why is their hair al- anything like it.?I year? The laying begins about five months after they are hatched. prohibit local design standards. This is a terrible bill and will ways so neat?I Why does the Easter bunny Did you know if eggs are dirty, do not wash before storing? You change the nature of Rohnert Park if passed. Since bread is square, then carry eggs? Rabbits don’t lay will remove a protective covering and they won’t store as long. AB 1279 overrides local zoning and approval processes to auto- why is sandwich meat round?I eggs. Did you know the total digestive time for an egg is four hours? Do they have the word “dic- matically allow four-plexes in any single family residential area. Do Siamese twins pay for one Imagine homes in our single family neighborhoods converted into tionary” in the dictionary? ticket or two tickets when they Why is it that everyone driv- student housing four-plexes with virtually no city input. We al- go to movies and concerts? ready have a student housing problem with significant neighbor- ing faster than you is consid- Why are they called ‘Jolly ered an idiot and everyone hood impacts. This would dramatically increase investor LeadershipThe Living Room is inviting newopportunity members to apply to the Board Ranchers?’ Who said that the ownership and diminish family ownership in Rohnert Park. driving slower than you is a ranchers were jolly? of Directors. They are looking for applicants with a wide variety of moron?I AB 1485 would eliminate public input on proposed apartment skill-sets and a desire to save the community. Why does caregiver and care- projects. It would also limit the city’s ability to condition projects Can you daydream at night? taker mean the same thing? Areas of applicable leadership is legal, medical, mental health, Why do they call the little to, for example, minimize impacts on neighbors, the environment, CFO/Accounting, Entrepreneurs, developer/contractor/real estate. Can a short person “talk etc. candy bars “fun size.” Would- down” to a taller person?I For more information or to apply contact Karen FitzGerald at n’t it be more fun to eat a big The good news is it is not too late. You can make a difference [email protected]. If a bald person works as a by calling or emailing your representatives in Sacramento: Senator one?I chef at a restaurant, do they What is Satan’s last name?I Bill Dodd, Assembly Member Cecilia Aguiar-Curry, and Governor have to wear a hairnet? Gavin Newsom. They didn’t write these bills, but they will have What is a picture of a thou- If milk goes bad if not refrig- sand words worth?I an opportunity to vote them down. erated, why does it not go bad Use the following contact information to reach your representa- VolunteerThe next CLC training iswith coming up!IIBefore Verity! volunteering on Why does quicksand work inside the cow? tives: our crisis line, a 48-hour training course is required to receive state slowly?I What’s the difference between Senator Bill Dodd’s website contact form at certification.I Our next training starts Sept. 16, and completes Sept. 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Signup for a FREE e-Edition thecommunityvoice.com 5685 Redwood Dr., Ste. C, Rohnert Park 585-7762 8 - Friday, August 23, 2019 Newspaper of Rohnert Park-Cotati-Penngrove The Community Voice Entertainment CinnabarBy Janet and Lanny Lowery opens 47thAudrey. season Can he sacrifice it allwith to save the world “Little from Audrey II? ShopSerena Elize Flores of continues Horrors” nonstop performances, this time as Musical comedy in a flower shop introduces a bizarre plant and Nathan Cummings, who directed Cinnabar’s “Driving Miss Ronnette. Flores recently played Calpurnia in 6th Street Playhouse’s a strange, socially challenged clerk named Seymour. Finding an un- Daisy,” leads this cast to create humor and a little horror. Mary “To Kill a Mockingbird” and Marianne Angelle in its production of usual plant following a solar eclipse, he and his fellow workers see Chun, Cinnabar’s elite musical director, orchestrates the doo wops “The Revolutionists.” Her role as Morticia in Spreckels’ “The Ad- an opportunity to draw customers into their failing store by promot- that accompany this twisted tale. dams Family Musical” was unforgettable. ing this Venus Flytrap like plant. Michael McGurk, who appeared in “The Music Man” on Broad- Olivia Newbold has the role of Chiffon. And Michael Van Why, Seymour names the plant Audrey II after an attractive but some- way and in the premiere of “The Wedding Singer,” and who played who studied music performance at Sonoma State University, plays what flighty clerk that he dotes upon. He feeds the young plant the in Cinnabar’s “So Nice to Come Home To: A World War II Musi- Mr. Mushnik. Keith Baker, recent star of Spreckels’ “Hamlet,” takes only thing that it wants, Seymour’s blood. cal,” stars as Seymour. on the part of Orin Scrivello. Audrey II, placed in the storefront window, grows into a giant, Sidney Raey-Gonzales, who majored in theater art at Sacramento Once again, Cinnabar Theater presents a fine and fun musical deep throated, blood-sucking carnivore who seeks to conquer the State, takes on the role of Audrey, the attractive store clerk. Michael show filled with talented actors and musical performers. For tickets world. As the plant grows, the store becomes a success and Seymour Pagano serves as the voice of Audrey II. Aja Gianola-Norris plays call: 707-763-8920 or go online: cinnabartheater.org. “The Little has everything that he wanted: fortune, recognition and the love of Crystal. Shop of Horrors” opens Aug. 30 and runs through Sept. 22. Spreckels’ “Eureka Day” Live Theater August 23 through September 1 Rosa. Friday, August 30 at 7:30 p.m. Avalon Players Friday, August 23 at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, August 31 at 7:30 p.m. By Janetopens and Lanny Lowery 2019-2020go on to win high honors such as offseason a brilliant rendition of Atticus presents William Shakespeare’s What could be more timely the Will Glickman Award, the Finch in 6th Street Playhouse’s Saturday, August 24 at 2 p.m. Sunday, September 1 at 2 p.m. “As You Like It” performed out- and 7:30 p.m. Ticket contact: www.speckel- and appropriate than to open the San Francisco Bay Area Critics “To Kill a Mockingbird” is a per- doors in the beautiful fountain Spreckels show season with a Circle Award, the Rella Lossy fect choice for Don. Sunday, August 25 at 2 p.m. sonline.com or call 707-588- courtyard at the historic Buena Friday, August 30 at 7:30 p.m. 3400. play about a charter school at a Award, and the Theatre Bay Area Sarah McKheregan plays Vista Winery in Sonoma. Patio time when more and more Amer- Award. Three other plays writ- Suzanne. Eiko Yamamoto, who Saturday, August 31 at 2 p.m. Ticket prices: General $24, Sen- and picnic seating. and 7:30 p.m. ior $22, Student $20, Child $10. icans are opting for alternative ten by Spector have also re- plays Meiko, has been in many Gates open each night at 6 p.m. education for their children and ceived similar recognition: productions, including Santa Sunday, September 1 at 2 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m. Ticket contact: school has just begun? “Eureka “Good. Better. Best. Better,” Rosa Junior College, Berkeley Wednesday, August 21 through Cinnabar Theater Day,” directed by Elizabeth “In From the Cold” and “Siesta Repertory School of Theatre and [email protected] presents “The Little Shop of Sunday, August 25. om or 707-523-4185. Craven, makes its north bay pre- Key.” Regarding his work in the East West Players. Ticket contact: cellarpass.com Horrors” miere in the Bette Condiotti Ex- “Eureka Day,” the Chronicle de- Rick Eldredge returns to Ticket prices: $29 and $27 for Friday, August 30 at 7:30 p.m. or sonomashakespeare.com. seniors. perimental Theatre on Aug. 30. clared that playwright Spector Sonoma County to play Eli. He Ticket Prices: $35 for adults and Saturday, August 31 at 7:30 p.m. Where better to set a play “proves as much a master of was in Cinnabar Theater’s “An $20 for students. Sunday, September 1 at 2 p.m. about a progressive charter pathos as of comedy. Ideal Husband.” Val Sinckler as Spreckels Ticket contact: school than in Berkeley, Califor- Director Elizabeth Craven, Carina brings extensive theater Performing Arts Center [email protected] or call 707- nia? And what better themes to prominent in the Sonoma County background to this role. 6th Street Playhouse presents “Eureka Day” in the 763-8920. explore than current hot issues theater scene for more than two “Eureka Day” promises to de- presents “The Book Club Play” Ticket prices: Adult $45, Senior performed on the Monroe Stage Bette Condiotti Experimental about racism, social media, per- decades, brings her sensitive liver many laughs and to ignite Theatre in Rohnert Park. $40, Student $30. sonal relationships the possibil- touch to Spreckels once again. some meaningful conversations. at 52 West 6th Street in Santa ity of civil discourse happening Last September she led a produc- It opens Aug. 30 and runs tions that can be taken to create Sunrise movement, youth cli- on Facebook or Twitter? tion that demanded a fine sense through Sept. 22. For tickets call from page 1 real change in our communities mate leaders and a Trashion Add to that the mission of the of balance in the dramatic “The 707-588-3400 or go online: on‘Crisis’ the table and as we know gov- to address climate change. fashion show by Credo High school to permit and respect all Curious Incident of the Dog in spreckelsonline.com. Public collaboration does not School. There will also be green points of view and the determi- Night-Time.” In “Eureka Day,” ernment moves very slowly. Youths probably push for global exist at the national level there- tech demos, a kid’s craft area, nation to hear all voices. Then the challenge is to offset the fore it leaves the individual or food court, craft beer and a wine mix in a very up-to-date discus- comedic with the weightier is- movement more so than adults. “Live as if you were We all need to step up to rally communities to do something. bar, a silent auction and more. sion about the need to have sues and not let one overshadow to die tomorrow. Daily Acts matter is rising up For tickets and more informa- everyone vaccinated. The play the other. and create events to transform Learn as if you were each community in the coming for climate action Sept. 8 from 1- tion, visit www.dailyacts.org. begins with a distressing and hu- Craven’s fine cast has the ex- 7 p.m. at the Somo Center in People attending this event will morous situation. perience to mix the humorous decades. to live forever.” Daily Acts intention is to ele- Rohnert Park. There will be embrace climate changes, get en- Bay Area playwright Jonathan with the serious. Jeff Cote’, who bands, presentations from the gaged and step up to take action. Spector, Oakland based, saw his has performed in Sonoma vate awareness of positive ac- play, “Eureka Day,” open in the County productions for a quarter –Mahatma Gandhi Aurora Theatre in Berkeley and of a century, and is just coming one form of mime. The mime All park shows are free and open from page 1 troupe has been around so long to the public with donations Their‘Mime’ political satire comically and has won a regional Tony strongly encouraged, as most of uses archetypes to illustrate Award and numerous OBIE their funding comes from audi- people’s issues in current times. awards that at this point they’re ence members. Merchandise will “There is a lot of confusion too famous to change the name.” also be for sale at the event. In with the word “mime,” whose The play will run through Cotati the performance will take root word is mimic,” says Hel- Sept. 8 in various locations in- place at 2 p.m. with a music set man. “There are songs and dance cluding San Francisco, the East starting at 1:30 p.m. Audience and words, but people get it con- Bay, Palo Alto, Foster City, members are invited to bring pic- fused with the Marcel Marceau Davis, Sacramento, Nevada City, nics and low-back chairs. version of mime. But that’s just Santa Cruz, San Jose and Ukiah. 4.FFFFAfter you search, select any of the blue ‘Medicare’ claim numbers to see additional details. from page 6 Why is it important to check your Medicare close Personal Health Information.” claims? Because it helps protect both you and You can fill out and submit the form online by Medicare against fraud. 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PuLbIEN lSAiLEc NO TNICE oticeFicstitio:us Business Statement ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Fictitious Business Name Statement Fictitious Business Statement Notice hereby given pursuant to sections 2019-02530 CHANGE OF NAME OF LIENED PROPERTY File No. 201902535 2019-02628 3071 and 3072 of the civil code of the The following person(s) are doing business The following person(s) are doing business The following person(s) are doing business Case Number: 093370 Notice is hereby given that a public auction state of California, the undersigned, as Moxie: A Salon, 1818 LaPlaza, Suite 102, as 1. Ember Wines, 3387 Dry Creek Road, as W Home Loans, 1129 Industrial Ave.. To all interested persons: Petitioner: will be held on: Thursday September 12th at Cloverdale Tow, 70 Commerce Lane., Cotati, CA 94931. Mailing Address: Same. Healdsburg, CA 95354, Sonoma County. Suite 102, Petaluma, CA 94952. Mailing Ad- Thomas Roberts Jr., filed a petition with 10:30 am. 1170 Hopper Ave, town of Santa Suite O, Cloverdale, CA 95425 Registered owner(s) 1) Joslyn L. Arm- Mailing address: 600 Yosemite Blvd., dress: Same. Registered owner(s) Gregory this court for a decree changing names as Rosa, County of Sonoma, State of Califor- Will sale at public sale on; September 4, strong, 2) Karla M. Kottinger. This busi- Modesto, CA 95354. Donald Wilcox. This business is con- follows: Thomas Ray Roberts Jr. to Thomas nia.HOPPER SELF STORAGE will sell to 2019 11:00AM ness is conducted by CoPartners. The Registered Owner(s): ducted by An Individual. The registrant Ray Carse. THE COURT ORDERS that all satisfy lien on the following general prop- registrant commenced to transact business E. & J. Gallo Winery, 600 Yosemite Blvd., commenced to transact business under the persons interested in this matter shall ap- erty stored at 1170 Hopper Ave. Santa Rosa, 2016 HYUN ACCNT LIC#8ANU918 CA under the fictitious name or names n/a. Modesto, CA 95354; California fictitious name or names n/a. Signature pear before this court at the hearing indi- CA 95403, by the following persons. VIN#KMHCT4AE8GU996569 Signature Karla Kottinger, Co-Owner. This c ated below to show cause, if any, why the This business is conducted by: A Corpora- Gregory Donald Wilcox. This statement was statement was filed on 7/22/19. I hereby petition for change of name should not be tion. filed on 7/30/19. I hereby certify that this Pub. August 23, 2019 Name ...... General Description certify that this copy is a correct copy of the granted. The registrant commenced to transact busi- copy is a correct copy of the original state- The Community Voice ...... of Goods original statement on file in my office. Notice of Hearing: September 19, 2019, at –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ness under the fictitious name or names ment on file in my office. Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk 2:30 p.m. Dept. 18, Sonoma County Supe- Jason Blash ...... Misc. Items above N/A. Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk Fictitious Business Statement By /s/ Darrell Light rior Court, 3055 Cleveland Ave., Santa Michael Wick ...... Household Items S/ J. Kenneth Menges, Jr., Vice President. By /s/ Julie Garfia 2019-02585 Deputy Seal Rosa, CA 95403. This statement was filed with County Clerk Deputy Seal Pub. August 2, 9, 16, 23, 2019 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall Cash payment only, at time of purchase. of Sonoma County on July 22, 2019. Pub. August 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019 The following person(s) are doing business The Community Voice I hereby certify that this copy is a correct The Community Voice as Able Smart Art, 114 Middle Rincon Rd., be published once a week for four succes- No one under age 18 allowed at sale. Pur- sive weeks prior to the date set for hearing chases must be removed by 5:00 pm on copy of the original statement on file in my Santa Rosa, CA 95409. Mailing Address: office. Same. Registered owner(s) Carla Jean on the petition in the following newspaper day following sale. Buyers must provide Fictitious Business Statement of general circulation, printed in this Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk Fictitious Business Statement Blackburn. This business is conducted by 2019-02481 current original or photocopy of their re- 2019-02681 county: The Community Voice, P.O. Box lease permit at time of sale in lieu of sales By /s/ Julie Garfia, Deputy Seal An Individual. The registrant commenced The following person(s) are doing business The following person(s) are doing business 2038, Rohnert Park, CA 94927. tax. Sale is subject to prior cancellation in 8/9, 8/16, 8/23, 8/30/19 to transact business under the fictitious as Signature Reserve Spirits, 205 Con- as Mc Doucette Voice Actor, 2549 North Vil- Dated: July 24, 2019 event of settlement between landlord and CNS-3279588# name or names 2006. Signature Carla Jean course Blvd., Santa Rosa, CA 95403. Mail- lage Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. Mailing s/ Jennifer V. Dollard, Judge of the Superior obligated party. THE COMMUNITY VOICE Blackburn, Sole Owner. This statement ing Address: Same. Registered owner(s) Address: Same. Registered owner(s) was filed on 7/25/19. I hereby certify that Court Auctioneer: Jeff Gregory Vintage Wine Estates, Inc. This business Pub. August 2, 9, 16, 23, 2019 Michael Carl Doucette. This business is this copy is a correct copy of the original is conducted by A Corporation. The regis- Fictitious Business Name Statement conducted by An Individual. The registrant The Community Voice Published August 23 & 30, 2019 statement on file in my office. trant commenced to transact business File No. 201902536 commenced to transact business under the Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk under the fictitious name or names n/a. The Community Voice The following person(s) are doing business fictitious name or names n/a. Signature Mi- By /s/ Betsy Penn Signature Patrick Roney, President. This LIEN SALE NOTICE as Rosemary and Twine, 483 Pleasant Hill ichael Carl Doucette. This statement was Deputy Seal statement was filed on 7/16/19. I hereby Notice hereby given pursuant to sections Ave N., Sebastopol, CA 95472, Sonoma filed on 8/5/19. I hereby certify that this Pub. August 2, 9, 16, 23, 2019 certify that this copy is a correct copy of the 3071 and 3072 of the civil code of the LIEN SALE County. copy is a correct copy of the original state- The Community Voice original statement on file in my office. state of California, the undersigned, Notice is hereby given that a public lien Registered Owner(s): Judy Ludovise, 483 ment on file in my office. Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk ACE Towing Inc., 251 Bellevue Ave., Santa sale of the following described personal Pleasant Hill Ave N., Sebastopol, CA 95472. Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk property auction will be held online at: Fictitious Business Statement By /s/ Julie Garfia Rosa, CA 95407 This business is conducted by: an Individ- By /s/ Julie Garfia Deputy Seal Will sale at public sale on; September 10, www.selfstorageauction.com September ual. Deputy Seal 2019-02488 Pub. August 2, 9, 16, 23, 2019 2019 10:00AM 7, 2019 – 12:00 p.m. The property is stored The registrant commenced to transact busi- Pub. August 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019 The following person(s) are doing business The Community Voice at Lock It Up Self Storage, 3570 Airway Dr, ness under the fictitious name or names The Community Voice as Lacey Lynn Consulting, 8304 Windmill 2006 DODGE CHRGR LIC#6VQY875 CA Santa Rosa, CA, 95403. To be sold: Jose above N/A. Farms Dr., Cotati, CA 94931. Mailing Ad- VIN#2B3KA43G06H491830 S/ Judy Ludovise, Owner. dress: Same. Registered owner(s) Lacey Alvarez • Judy Elaine Baker • Nancy Mon- Fictitious Business Statement dragon • Ricky Antonio Ramirez • James This statement was filed with County Clerk Fictitious Business Statement Lynn Palmer. This business is conducted 2019-02495 Pub. August 23, 2019 of Sonoma County on July 22, 2019. 2019-02557 by An Individual. The registrant com- The Community Voice Schroeder • Gerianna Ortega. This notice The following person(s) are doing business is given in accordance with the provisions I hereby certify that this copy is a correct The following person(s) are doing business menced to transact business under the fic- as 1) Love Health Club, 2) Love Health, 3) as Toro Plumbing, 1219 Butte Ct., Santa of Section 21700 et seq of the Business copy of the original statement on file in my titious name or names n/a. Signature Lacey Gaia Love, 4) LHC, 5430 Commerce Blvd., Rosa, CA 95403. Mailing Address: Same. and Professions Code of the State of office. Lynn Palmer, Owner. This statement was Suite K, Rohnert Park, CA 94928. Mailing Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk Registered owner(s) Jose luis Rojas. This California. filed on 7/16/19. I hereby certify that this Address: Same. Registered owner(s) Lisa By /s/ Julie Garfia, Deputy Seal business is conducted by An Individual. copy is a correct copy of the original state- Pesch Marinho. This business is con- Pub. August 23 & 30, 2019. 8/9, 8/16, 8/23, 8/30/19 The registrant commenced to transact busi- ment on file in my office. ducted by An Individual. The registrant The Community Voice CNS-3280494# ness under the fictitious name or names Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk commenced to transact business under the THE COMMUNITY VOICE n/a. Signature JLRS. This statement was By /s/ Betsy Penn fictitious name or names n/a. Signature filed on 7/23/19. I hereby certify that this Deputy Seal Lisa Marinho, Owner. This statement was copy is a correct copy of the original state- Pub. August 2, 9, 16, 23, 2019 filed on 7/17/19. I hereby certify that this Trustee Sale Fictitious Business Statement ment on file in my office. The Community Voice copy is a correct copy of the original state- TSG No.: 8753612 TS No.: CA1900285152 APN: 071-050-079-000 Property Address: 14869 2019-02649 Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk ment on file in my office. DRAKE ROAD GUERNEVILLE, CA 95446 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DE- The following person(s) are doing business By /s/ Darrell Light Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk FAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/05/2010. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO as Gibson Sports Photography, 8800 Lake- Deputy Seal By /s/ Julie Garfia PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN wood Dr., #1296, Windsor, CA 95492. Mail- Pub. August 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019 “Live as if you Deputy Seal EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD ing Address: Same. Registered owner(s) The Community Voice Pub. August 2, 9, 16, 23, 2019 CONTACT A LAWYER. On 09/18/2019 at 10:00 A.M., First American Title Insurance Com- Gibson Outdoor Photography, LLC. This were to die tomorrow. The Community Voice pany, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded business is conducted by A Limited Liabil- Learn as if you were to 01/12/2010, as Instrument No. 2010002708, in book , page , , of Official Records in the of- ity Company. The registrant commenced to live forever.” fice of the County Recorder of SONOMA County, State of California. Executed by: MAR- transact business under the fictitious name TINA HILL, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST or names n/a. Signature Scott R. Gibson, BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment Manager. This statement was filed on authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) In 7/31/19. I hereby certify that this copy is a All public the Plaza at Fremont Park located at 860 Fifth Street, Santa Rosa, CA 95404 All right, correct copy of the original statement on title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property file in my office. notices are T.S. No.: 2018-02645-CA A.P.N.:017-390-067-000 situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk Property Address: 1896 Adobe Creek Drive, Petaluma, CA 94954-0000 ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 071-050-079- 000 The street address and By /s/ Darrell Light other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to Deputy Seal also available NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE be: 14869 DRAKE ROAD, GUERNEVILLE, CA 95446 The undersigned Trustee disclaims Pub. August 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION RE- any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, The Community Voice for PDF viewing FERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCU- if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed MENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal click the e-addition sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in @ NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses Order to show cause of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the TheCommunityVoice.com IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable es- Name change YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/07/2004. UNLESS YOU timated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice Publishing Our email address TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. of Sale is $ 394,282.86. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all doc- for public notices IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST uments evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all $ YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of 95 is legals@ Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of De- 584-2222 Trustor: Austin G. Bosarge and Felicia M. Bosarge, husband and wife, as joint tenants fault and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. thecommunityvoice.com Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, Deed of Trust Recorded 10/19/2004 as Instrument No. 2004158382 in book ---, page--- you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You PUBLIC NOTICE and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Sonoma County, California, will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee Date of Sale: 09/20/2019 at 10:00 AM auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Finance Department of the City of Rohnert Park, Place of Sale: IN THE PLAZA AT FREMONT PARK LOCATED AT 860 FIFTH STREET, You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you County of Sonoma, State of California, declares that the following monetary sums have SANTA ROSA, CA 95404 are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all been held by the City of Rohnert Park and have remained unclaimed in the funds hereafter Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the prop- indicated for a period of over three (3) years and will become the property of the City of $475,832.78 erty. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding Rohnert Park on the 8th day of October 2019, a date not less than forty-five (45) days nor liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title more than sixty (60) days after first publication of this Notice. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you con- Any party of interest may, prior to the date designated herein above, file a claim with THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER sult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more the City’s Finance Department which includes the claimant’s name, address, telephone FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: number, amount of claim, the grounds on which the claim is founded, and any other doc- A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the umentation that may be required by the treasurer. mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California The treasurer may accept or reject the claim. If rejected by the treasurer the party DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made submitting the claim may, within 30 days of receiving a notice of rejection, file and serve SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you on the treasurer a verified complaint seeking to recover all, or a designated part, of the OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the resched- unclaimed funds. STATE: uled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this Claim forms are available on the City’s website at www.rpcity.org or at the Finance All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting.com/propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the Department, 130 Avram Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA. the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust file number assigned to this case CA1900285152 Information about postponements that Questions regarding this matter should be directed to Katie Edgar, Accountant, (707)- described as: are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not im- 585-6720. More fully described in said Deed of Trust. mediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the sale is set Dated: 8/19/19 JoAnne Buergler Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1896 aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the City Clerk of the Adobe Creek Drive, Petaluma, CA 94954-0000 deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the City of Rohnert Park A.P.N.: 017-390-067-000 Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of 4795 Regent Blvd, Mail Code 1011-F Irving, TX 75063 First American Title Insurance Com- Payee Date Amount the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. pany MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES J. Lugar (T. Lugar) 6/16/1977 $900.00 SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772NPP0357688 implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining Sunkist Pools 5/15/1978 $500.00 principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust with interest Pub: 08/09/2019, 08/16/2019, 08/23/2019 Northbay Pools 5/22/1978 $500.00 thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said The Community Voice Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts E & A Development Company, Inc. 9/25/1991 $4,000.00 created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the S.B.D., Inc. 11/25/1991 $10,000.00 obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated INVITATION FOR SEALED BIDS costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Shell Oil Company 6/30/1993 $10,000.00 Notice of Sale is: $ 475,832.78. GOLD RIDGE MULTI USE BUILDING ROOF REPAIR GI Realty Trust 1997 1/16/1998 $10,000.00 Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total PROJECT NO. 2017-24 debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be Publish Date: August 23 & 30, 2019 less than the total debt. Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, September 17, 2019, at 2:00PM at 130 Avram The Community Voice If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bid- Avenue, Rohnert Park, California, the City of Rohnert Park will receive and open sealed der’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the bids for the Gold Ridge Multi Use Building Roof Repair Project No. 2017-24. Bids must Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. be received by Development Services before 2:00:00 PM on September 17, 2019, based The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the on the Official Bid Clock displayed in the area where bids are submitted on the Second NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the under- Floor of City Hall. The work is described generally as metal roof replacement, exterior NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. CA-19-856315-RY Order No.: 190783104-CA-VOI wall replacement, electrical panel replacement and mold remediation. The Contractor YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/15/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE signed caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the must hold a valid California Class B contractor's license. The Engineer’s estimate for county where the real property is located. ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU this project is $550,000. NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU Under California Labor Code section 1770 et seq., copies of the determination of the SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Director of the Department of Industrial Relations of the general prevailing rate of per cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this diem wages for each craft, classification and type of workman needed to execute the union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bid- work are on file in and available to any interested person on request at the Department association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and author- ding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property of Public Works, or on the Internet at http://www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr/PWD/index.htm, and are ized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically incorporated herein. (Labor Code § 1773.2.) Prevailing wage determinations must also made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, posses- be posted at each job site. sion, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be SB 854 (Stat. 2014, Chapter 28) establishes that no contractor or subcontractor may aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), ad- be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Depart- vances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and ex- highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off ment of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 [with limited excep- penses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear tions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor Code section 1771.1(a)]. Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, prior- No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT ity, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contact- works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to DUE. Trustor(s): RANDOLPH T JOHNSON AND ROSALYN JOHNSON HUSBAND AND ing the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of Labor Code section 1725.5. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and en- WIFE AS JOINT TENA Recorded: 6/20/2007 as Instrument No. 2007069974 of Official which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of forcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. All contractors and subcontractors Records in the office of the Recorder of SONOMA County, California; Date of Sale: must furnish electronic certified payroll records directly to the Labor Commissioner (aka 8/30/2019 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: In the Plaza at Fremont Park located at 860 Fifth these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more Division of Labor Standards Enforcement). The prime contractor must also post job site than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Street, Santa Rosa, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $392,832.90 The notices prescribed by regulation. purported property address is: 123 NOLAN CT, FORESTVILLE, CA 95436 Assessor's Par- NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of Per California Civil Code Section 9550, a payment bond in the amount of 100% of the cel No.: 083-130-078-000 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bid- sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, bid total will be required from the successful bidder for bids exceeding $25,000. The bond ding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. must be provided within 15 calendar days from notice of award and prior to the perform- at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be ance of any work. A performance bond and bid bond must also be provided for bids ex- highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear own- made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present ceeding $5,000. ership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may For any moneys earned by the Contractor and withheld by the City of Rohnert Park be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, to ensure the performance of the contract, the Contractor may, at its request and sole and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this prop- for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear expense, substitute certain securities equivalent to the amount withheld in the form and title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size erty, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.al- manner and subject to the terms and conditions provided in the California Public Con- of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's tisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx tracts Code Section 22300. office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this infor- using the file number assigned to this case 2018-02645-CA. Information This notice incorporates by reference the terms, conditions and requirements of the mation. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in specifications approved by the City, any and all changes or amendments to the specifi- lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the tele- cations and special instructions or special notice issued to or given to prospective bid- PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one ders. or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section phone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify post- The City of Rohnert Park makes no representation or warranty of the condition of the ponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale jobsite. All prospective bidders are requested to carefully review the plans and specifi- postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not cations and to examine and conduct tests or otherwise satisfy themselves as to the con- present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary ditions at the project site, subject to coordination with the office of the Rohnert Park City if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237 Engineer. 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee's sale or visit this Internet Web site Ventura, CA 93003 Except as otherwise indicated in the Instructions to Bidders, Bids will be publicly http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 opened, examined and declared on said day and hour and referred to and considered by Trustee: CA-19-856315-RY. Information about postponements that are very short in du- http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx the City Council at a future City Council meeting. Each bid must be submitted on the ration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected Trustee Sale Assistant bid forms furnished by the City, and each bid must include all the items shown on these in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify post- Date: : August 3, 2019 forms. Substitute forms may be used if specified in this Notice. ponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims A prebid conference will be held on Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at 2:00PM at the any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPT- Gold Ridge Multi-purpose building located at 1455 Golf Course Drive, Rohnert Park CA. if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, direc- ING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT Attendance at the prebid conference is mandatory for all prime contractors submitting a tions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the PURPOSE. bid. For those who have attended the prebid conference, additional site visits can be beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale scheduled if the City is notified 24 hours in advance. is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser Pub: August 16, 23 & 30, 2019 The City reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to reject any or all bids, to re-bid, or at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall The Community Voice to waive inconsequential defects in bidding not involving time, price or quality of the be the Purchaser's sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further re- work. The City may reject any and all bids and waive any minor irregularity in the bids. course against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary's Agent, or the A copy of the drawings and specifications may be obtained from the City of Rohnert Beneficiary's Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you FBN DBA Publishing Park, Attn: Laura Bryan, 600 Enterprise Drive, Rohnert Park, California 94928, telephone: may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is in- $ (707) 588-3308, upon payment of a $75.00 nonrefundable fee, if picked up, or payment of tended to exercise the note holders right's against the real property only. Date: Quality One business name and up to 2 owner names 40 a $100.00 nonrefundable fee, if mailed. Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 Order to show cause For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www.quality- $ loan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS Name change Publishing 95 Posted: August 20, 2019 JOANNE BUERGLER No.: CA-19-856315-RY IDSPub #0155366 Pub: August 23 & 30, 2019 City Clerk of the Pub: 8/9/2019 8/16/2019 8/23/2019 Call 584-2222 The Community Voice City of Rohnert Park The Community Voice 10 - Friday, August 23, 2019 Newspaper of Rohnert Park-Cotati-Penngrove The Community Voice Public Notices: Fictitious Business Statement Fictitious Business Statement Fictitious Business Name Statement Fictitious Business Statement Fictitious Business Statement File No. 201902659 2019-02618 File No. 201902722 2019-02809 2019-02790 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR The following person(s) is (are) doing busi- The following person(s) are doing business The following person(s) are doing business The following person(s) are doing business The following person(s) are doing business CHANGE OF NAME ness as: SHERATON SONOMA WINE as 1) Urban Oak Designs, 2) Camp Com- as Sol Trained, 543 Calistoga Rd., Santa as Healdsburg Tile and Stone, 1048 Harold as Notable Talent, 2915 Lake Redding Dr., Case Number: 093473 COUNTRY PETALUMA, 745 BAYWOOD pawdre, 3) Ozzy and Ofelia, 5057 Petaluma Rosa, CA 95409, Sonoma County. Ln, Healdsburg, CA 95448. Mailing Ad- Redding, CA 96003. Mailing Address: To all interested persons: Petitioner: Al- DRIVE, PETALUMA, CA 92954. Mailing Ad- Hill Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95404. Mailing Ad- Registered Owner(s): Mark Warren, 543 Cal- dress: Same. Registered owner(s) 1) Same. Registered owner(s) Sheila Groves fredo Jose Lopez filed a petition with this dress: 520 NEWPORT CENTER DR., 2ND dress: Same. Registered owner(s) 1) istoga Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95409 George Diebold, 2) Travis Diebold. This Tracey. This business is conducted by An court for a decree changing names as fol- FLOOR, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660 Aubrey Lorraine Hernandez, 2) Alejandro This business is conducted by: an individ- business is conducted by A General Part- Individual. The registrant commenced to lows: Alfredo Jose Lopez to J. Alfredo Registered Owner(s): EVEREST CAPITAL Javier Hernandez. This business is con- ual. nership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name Lopez Zamora. THE COURT ORDERS that GROUP, LLC, 520 NEWPORT CENTER DR., ducted by A Married Couple. The registrant The registrant commenced to transact busi- transact business under the fictitious name or names 11/25/2014. Signature Sheila all persons interested in this matter shall 2ND FLOOR, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660 commenced to transact business under the ness under the fictitious name or names or names 5/28/14. Signature George Groves Tracey. This statement was filed appear before this court at the hearing in- This business is conducted by: a Limited fictitious name or names 4/1/2018. Signa- above N/A. Diegold. This statement was filed on on 8/13/2019. I hereby certify that this copy dicated below to show cause, if any, why Partnership ture Alejandro Hernandez. This statement S/ Mark Warren, Owner 8/14/2019. I hereby certify that this copy is is a correct copy of the original statement the petition for change of name should not The registrant(s) commenced to transact was filed on 7/29/2019. I hereby certify that This statement was filed with County Clerk a correct copy of the original statement on on file in my office. be granted. business under the fictitious business this copy is a correct copy of the original of Sonoma County on August 8, 2019. file in my office. Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk Notice of Hearing: October 10, 2019, at 2:30 name or names listed above on 07/29/2019. statement on file in my office. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk By /s/ Darrell Light p.m. Dept. 18, Sonoma County Superior S/MARSHALL YOUNG, Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk copy of the original statement on file in my By /s/ Darrell Light Deputy Seal Court, 3055 Cleveland Ave., Santa Rosa, CA This statement was filed with the County By /s/ Darrell Light office. Deputy Seal Pub. August 23, 30, & September 6, 13, 2019 95403. Clerk of Sonoma County on 08/01/2019. Deputy Seal Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk Pub. August 23, 30, & September 6, 13, 2019 The Community Voice A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall I hereby certify that this copy is a correct Pub. August 16, 23, 30, & September 6, 2019 By /s/ Julie Garfia, Deputy Seal The Community Voice be published once a week for four succes- copy of the original statement on file in my The Community Voice 8/23, 8/30, 9/6, 9/13/19 sive weeks prior to the date set for hearing office. CNS-3284468# Fictitious Business Statement on the petition in the following newspaper William F. Rousseau, Sonoma County Clerk THE COMMUNITY VOICE Fictitious Business Statement 2019-02793 of general circulation, printed in this By /s/ [Deputy], Deputy Seal Fictitious Business Statement 2019-02822 The following person(s) are doing business county: The Community Voice, P.O. Box 8/16, 8/23, 8/30, 9/6/19 2019-02723 The following person(s) are doing business as A & J Building Maintenance, 3218 Boron 2038, Rohnert Park, CA 94927. CNS-3282073# The following person(s) are doing business Fictitious Business Name Statement as From These Hands, 616 Forest Dr., Se- Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 95407. Mailing Ad- Dated: August 19, 2019 THE COMMUNITY VOICE as I’m Birding Right Now, 17352 Old Monte File No. 201902781 bastopol, CA 95472. Mailing Address: dress: Same. Registered owner(s)Raul Ale- s/ Jennifer V. Dollard, Judge of the Superior Rio Road, Guerneville, CA 95446. Mailing The following person(s) are doing business Same. Registered owner(s) 1) Bruce jandro Gomez. This business is conducted Court Address: Same. Registered owner(s) 1) as Halloween City, 2815 Santa Rosa Av- Blagsvedt, 2) Rozanne Blagsvedt. This by An Individual. The registrant com- Pub. August 23, 30, & September 6, 13, 2019 Fictitious Business Name Statement Teresa Tuffli 2) Miles Tuffli. This business enue, Santa Rosa, CA 95407, Sonoma business is conducted by A Married Cou- menced to transact business under the fic- The Community Voice File No. 201902644 is conducted by A Married Couple. The reg- County. ple. The registrant commenced to transact titious name or names 9/18/2014. Signature The following person(s) are doing istrant commenced to transact business Registered Owner(s): Party City Corpora- business under the fictitious name or Raul Alejandro Gomez. This statement business as Crystalline Calling, 2272 under the fictitious name or names n/a. tion, 25 Green Pond Road, Suite #1, Rock- names 5/13/14. Signature Bruce Blagsvedt. was filed on 8/13/2019. I hereby certify that ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR Valley West Ct, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, Signature Teresa Tuffli. This statement was away, NJ 07866; Delaware. This statement was filed on 8/14/2019. I this copy is a correct copy of the original CHANGE OF NAME filed on 8/8/2019. I hereby certify that this This business is conducted by: A Corpora- hereby certify that this copy is a correct statement on file in my office. Case Number: 093485 Sonoma County.. copy is a correct copy of the original state- tion copy of the original statement on file in my Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk Registered Owner(s): Samantha To all interested persons: Petitioner: ment on file in my office. The registrant commenced to transact busi- office. By /s/ Darrell Light Sishawna Shawn Herrera filed a petition Michelle Leef, 2272 Valley West Ct, Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk ness under the fictitious name or names Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk Deputy Seal with this court for a decree changing Santa Rosa, CA 95401. By /s/ Julie Garfia above N/A. By /s/ Darrell Light Pub. August 23, 30, & September 6, 13, 2019 names as follows: Sishawna Shawn Herrera This business is conducted by: An In- Deputy Seal S/ Joseph J. Zepf, Secretary Deputy Seal The Community Voice to Sishawna Shawn Fessenden. THE dividual. Pub. August 16, 23, 30, & September 6, 2019 This statement was filed with County Clerk Pub. August 23, 30, & September 6, 13, 2019 COURT ORDERS that all persons interested The Community Voice of Sonoma County on August 13, 2019. The Community Voice The registrant commenced to transact Fictitious Business Statement in this matter shall appear before this court business under the fictitious name or I hereby certify that this copy is a correct at the hearing indicated below to show copy of the original statement on file in my 2019-02795 cause, if any, why the petition for change of names above N/A. Fictitious Business Statement office. Fictitious Business Statemnt The following person(s) are doing business S/ Samantha Michelle Leef, Owner. name should not be granted. 2019-02802 William F. Rousseau, Sonoma County Clerk 2019-02823 as Erickson Educational Services, 482 En- Notice of Hearing: October 10, 2019, at 2:30 This statement was filed with County The following person(s) are doing business By /s/ Betsy Penn, Deputy Seal The following person(s) are doing business gler St., Sonoma, CA 95476. Mailing Ad- p.m. Dept. 18, Sonoma County Superior Clerk of Sonoma County on July 31, as Vital Touch, 1431 Town & Country Dr., 8/23, 8/30, 9/6, 9/13/19 as Reno Properties, 2918 Eric Ct., Santa dress: Same. Registered owner(s) Janet E Court, 3055 Cleveland Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 2019. Suite C, Santa Rosa, CA 95404. Mailing Ad- CNS-3285200# Rosa, Ca 95405. Mailing Address: Same. Erickson, Ed. D. This business is con- 95403. I hereby certify that this copy is a cor- dress: Same. Registered owner(s) Shelly THE COMMUNITY VOICE Registered owner(s) 1) Richard Questoni, ducted by An Individual. The registrant A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall rect copy of the original statement on Sunny Werner. This business is con- 2) Lorraine Vicini. This business is con- commenced to transact business under the be published once a week for four succes- ducted by An Individual. The registrant ducted by A General Partnership. The reg- fictitious name or names 11/10/2014. Sig- sive weeks prior to the date set for hearing file in my office. commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name Statement istrant commenced to transact business nature Janet E. Erickson, Ed. D. This state- Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County on the petition in the following newspaper fictitious name or names 7/2004. Signature File No. 201902752 under the fictitious name or names ment was filed on 8/14/2019. I hereby of general circulation, printed in this Clerk Shelley Werner, L. AC/Owner. This state- The following person(s) are doing business 10/20/14. This statement was filed on certify that this copy is a correct copy of the county: The Community Voice, P.O. Box By /s/ Darrell Light, Deputy Seal ment was filed on 8/14/2019. I hereby cer- as Purely Sonoma, 526 Broadway, Sonoma, 8/14/2019. I hereby certify that this copy is original statement on file in my office. 2038, Rohnert Park, CA 94927. 8/16, 8/23, 8/30, 9/6/19 tify that this copy is a correct copy of the CA 95476, Sonoma County. a correct copy of the original statement on Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk Dated: August 20, 2019 CNS-3282256# original statement on file in my office. Registered Owner(s): Purely Brands LLC, file in my office. By /s/ Darrell Light s/ Jennifer V. Dollard, Judge of the Superior THE COMMUNITY VOICE Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk 617 Broadway, Sonoma, CA 95476; Califor- Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk Deputy Seal Court By /s/ Jonathan Carr nia. By /s/ Darrell Light Pub. August 23, 30, & September 6, 13, 2019 Pub. August 23, 30, & September 6, 13, 2019 Deputy Seal This business is conducted by: A Limited Deputy Seal The Community Voice The Community Voice Fictitious Business Name Statement Pub. August 16, 23, 30, & September 6, 2019 Liability Company Pub. August 23, 30, & September 6, 13, 2019 The Community Voice The registrant commenced to transact busi- The Community Voice File No. 201902669 Fictitious Business Statement The following person(s) are doing business ness under the fictitious name or names above N/A. 2019-02791 as Scotty's Pilot car service, 711 Brigham Fictitious Business Statement Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 95404, Sonoma S/ Jennifer Petrovic, Managing Member. The following person(s) are doing business County. Mailing address: Sonoma. This statement was filed with County Clerk 2019-02787 as Summer Cottage Antiques, 153 Ken- Fictitious Business Name Statement of Sonoma County on August 12, 2019. The following person(s) are doing business tucky St., Petaluma, CA 94952. Mailing Ad- Registered Owner(s): File No. 201902698 Scott Kenneth Elmore, 711 Brigham Ave., I hereby certify that this copy is a correct as VTC Logistics, 12789 Graton Rd.. Se- dress: Same. Registered owner(s) Michelle Santa Rosa, CA 95404 The following person(s) are doing copy of the original statement on file in my bastopol, CA 95472. Mailing Address: P.O. Mc Cauley. This business is conducted by This business is conducted by: an Individ- business as Secureology, 5329 Stow office. Box 279, Occidental, CA 95465. Registered An Individual. The registrant commenced ual. Circle, Santa Rosa, CA 95409, Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk owner(s) Gary A. Valentino. This business to transact business under the fictitious The registrant commenced to transact busi- Sonoma County. By /s/ Darrell Light, Deputy Seal is conducted by An Individual. The regis- name or names 9/10/2014. Signature trant commenced to transact business Michelle McCauley. This statement was ness under the fictitious name or names Registered Owner(s): Earle W. Kirk- 8/23, 8/30, 9/6, 9/13/19 above N/A. CNS-3285719# under the fictitious name or names filed on 8/13/2019. I hereby certify that this land Jr. 1156 Page Street, San Fran- THE COMMUNITY VOICE 6/6/2014. Signature Gary A. Valentino. copy is a correct copy of the original state- FBN/DBA S/ Scott Kenneth Elmore, Owner cisco, CA 94117 This statement was filed with County Clerk This statement was filed on 8/13/2019. I ment on file in my office. This business is conducted by: an in- hereby certify that this copy is a correct Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk Publishing of Sonoma County on August 2, 2019. Fictitious Business Statement I hereby certify that this copy is a correct dividual. copy of the original statement on file in my By /s/ Darrell Light One business name copy of the original statement on file in my The registrant commenced to transact 2019-02792 office. Deputy Seal and office. business under the fictitious name or The following person(s) are doing business Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk Pub. August 23, 30, & September 6, 13, 2019 up to 2 owner names Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk as Powerpack Team, 437 Kylie Lane, Santa By /s/ Darrell Light The Community Voice names above N/A. Rosa, Ca 95409. Mailing Address: Same. Deputy Seal By /s/ Betsy Penn, Deputy Seal S/ Earle W. Kirkland Jr. Owner. 8/16, 8/23, 8/30, 9/6/19 Registered owner(s) Elizabeth Pires. Pub. August 23, 30, & September 6, 13, 2019 This statement was filed with County This business is conducted by An Individ- The Community Voice Fictitious Business Statement $ CNS-3283645# Clerk of Sonoma County on August 6, 2019-02888 THE COMMUNITY VOICE ual. The registrant commenced to transact 2019. business under the fictitious name or The following person(s) are doing business Fictitious Business Statement 40 I hereby certify that this copy is a cor- names 8/12/2019. Signature Elizabeth as Shep Concrete Pumping, 374 Horn Ave. Order to show cause Fictitious Business Statement rect copy of the original statement on Pires, Owner. This statement was filed on 2019-02788 Santa Rosa, CA 95407. Mailing Address: Name change The following person(s) are doing business P.O. Box 4705, Santa Rosa, CA 95402. Reg- 2019-02689 file in my office. 8/13/2019. I hereby certify that this copy is Publishing The following person(s) are doing business a correct copy of the original statement on as Santa Rosa Gymnastics & Elite Cheer, istered owner(s) Kyle Shepherd. This busi- Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County file in my office. Inc., 2210 Bluebell Dr., Santa Rosa, CA ness is conducted by An Individual. The as RUBS, 445 Orchard Street, Suite 111, Clerk Santa Rosa, CA 95404. Mailing Address: Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk 95403. Mailing Address: Same. Registered registrant commenced to transact business Same. Registered owner(s) Redwood Utility By /s/ Julie Garfia, Deputy Seal By /s/ Ashley Corbin owner(s) Santa Rosa Gymnastics Center & under the fictitious name or names 2012. $ Billing Service, Inc. This business is con- 8/23, 8/30, 9/6, 9/13/19 Deputy Seal Santa Rosa Elite Cheer, Inc. This business Signature Kyle Shepherd, Owner. This ducted by A Corporation. The registrant CNS-3284539# Pub. August 23, 30, & September 6, 13, 2019 is conducted by A Corporation. The regis- statement was filed on 8/20/2019. I hereby trant commenced to transact business certify that this copy is a correct copy of the 95 commenced to transact business under the THE COMMUNITY VOICE The Community Voice Call 584-2222 fictitious name or names 7/3/2019. Signa- under the fictitious name or names original statement on file in my office. ture Kristin Rietman, President. This state- 11/10/2014. Signature Darcie Fellows. This Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk ment was filed on 8/6/2019. I hereby certify statement was filed on 8/13/2019. I hereby By /s/ Jonathan Carr that this copy is a correct copy of the orig- certify that this copy is a correct copy of the Deputy Seal legals@ inal statement on file in my office. original statement on file in my office. Pub. August 23, 30, & September 6, 13, 2019 thecommunityvoice.com Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County Clerk The Community Voice By /s/ Julie Garfia Please make By /s/ Darrell Light Deputy Seal Deputy Seal Pub. August 16, 23, 30, & September 6, 2019 thecommunityvoice.com Pub. August 23, 30, & September 6, 13, 2019 “Be congruent, The Community Voice your home page and stay The Community Voice be authentic, be your true self.” up-to-date with current events Mahatma Gandhi

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Dental treatment concerns with 8 tips to minimize the patients taking blood thinners two upper chambers fibrillate risk for serious blood clotting behaviorsFor some people with ingof light can“Sundowning” be a trigger, main- Keep a journal.G Record the or beat out of normal rhythm], complications. So, the risk- Alzheimer’s or other forms of taining a well-lit environment times when sundowning oc- deep venous thrombosis [clot- benefit has to be determined, dementia, the evening hours can can minimize the change in be- curs—this can help you pinpoint ting in the deep leg veins] and that is, uncontrolled bleeding bring increased agitation, confu- havior. triggers and determine which pulmonary embolism [blood verses blood clot formation in sion, and restlessness. Some may Keep your loved one active strategies help to ease them. clots moving into the lungs]. the vessels. even experience hallucinations and distracted at the time when Surround the person with de- Warfarin is also routinely Warfarin should not be or energy surges. This unusual sundowning may occur. For ex- mentia with familiar and com- given to patients who have ar- stopped for most dental proce- evening behavior is commonly ample, have them help prepare forting things. Whether it is a tificial heart valves. dures including most extrac- known as “sundowning” or “sun- dinner, set the table, or take on comfortable chair, pictures of Warfarin is effective and can tions and implant placements. down syndrome” and typically another simple task at that time. loved ones, favorite music, or a decrease the incidence of But with any dental surgery, a occurs as the daylight fades in Create a safe and comfortable particular smell (lavender, pine, strokes by 2/3. However, war- consultation with the patient’s the late afternoon and early sleeping environment. Keep the etc.), these items may ease agita- farin is cumbersome to use and physician and a recent INR evening. room temperature moderate for tion or disorientation. has numerous drug interactions blood test should be reviewed. Andrea Korsunsky, Director sleeping and provide nightlights Talk to a professional. If with other medications. It Usually an INR up to 2.5 is ac- of Seniors At Home’sGCenter for (if desired) and any other secu- symptoms of sundowning are takes constant monitoring and ceptable and safe for dental sur- The Wealth of Health Dementia Care, says, “Sundown- rity means to help the person impacting quality of life for you many patients have inadequate gery, thus coumarin does not ing is more likely to affect those with dementia feel safe, reducing and the person you care for, con- George Malkemus control. need to be stopped or lowered. who are in the mid or late stages agitation. sider seeking aGprofessional de- Warfarin can cause serious With a common sense ap- of dementia. And while doctors Stick to a strict and pre- mentia care consultation. Medications that prevent the bleeding. To avoid this, people proach, I ask my patients if they are not certain what causes sun- dictable schedule. Maintaining a Dementia care experts can help formation of blood clots are who take this medication must clot, that is, the bleeding stops, downing, fading light appears to daily schedule is key to keeping you determine underlying causes commonly called blood thin- have routine blood testing to in a reasonable amount of time be the trigger.” a healthy sleep pattern, reducing of sundowning and to put new ners. Blood-thinners do not ac- monitor their INR, or Interna- with direct pressure on a skin If you are caring for someone the likelihood for sundowning strategies in place to reduce chal- tually thin the blood, but they tional Normalized Ratio. This is cut. During dental surgery, that experiences sundowning, later in the day. In addition, plan- lenging behaviors. prevent the blood from clotting. an international measure of treatment can be done to en- there are various ways to mini- ning regular exercise orGactivi- For someone with dementia, These types of medications are clotting, which attributes a hance clotting, such as, the use mize the behaviors during this tiesGduring the day (such as brisk the world becomes an unfamiliar given to people with an in- value of 1.0 to people with a of clotting agents, stitches, bone challenging part of the day. walks, the stationary bike, orGso- place. Sundowning only in- creased tendency for thrombo- normal ability to clot. As the grafts and membranes. Bone Below are Andrea’s top tips to cial day programs) may reduce creases agitation. Making these sis (blood clot formation) inside INR increases, it reflects that a grafts and membranes preserve manage the severity of sundown restlessness at night. minor adjustments can make a blood vessels or to prevent the person is less likely to form bone in an extraction site as syndrome: Avoid stimulants.G Alcohol, distinct difference in your loved formation of further clots in blood clots. Patients with atrial well as reduce bleeding. Keep the home well-lit in the coffee, soda, and nicotine can all one’s ability (and yours!) to stay those who have had them be- fibrillation must maintain an A number of years ago, I saw evenings. Provide adequate interfere with sleep cycles, espe- calm and comfortable during the fore. Blood clots that break INR of 2-3 in order to effec- a dental phobic 57-year–old pa- lighting to lessen shadows when cially for those experiencing de- evening hours. free can travel through the tively decrease their risk of tient Todd, who was taking war- it begins to get dark. Since fad- mentia. bloodstream and then lodge in a stroke. farin for deep venous vessel blocking blood flow. New anticoagulant medica- thrombosis from poor circula- When a blockage occurs in a tions [blood thinners] tion in his lower legs and vessel to the brain, a stroke oc- Numerous new anticoagulant thighs. He was in severe pain curs. Blockage to the heart medications competing with from a split lower left molar Santa Rosa doctor overprescribing causes a heart attack. Blood coumarines have recently come and needed an extraction. After California Attorney General perior Court forG Santa Rosa andGknowledge ofGhis patients’ thinners help prevent the seri- on the market. They have less consulting with his physician Xavier Becerra announced the County,Galleges thatGbetween Oc- deaths from drug overdose. ous risk of heart attack and drug interactions with other and determining his INR was arrest and arraignmentG of Dr. tober 2011 and July 2017, Keller The case stems from an inves- stroke that internal clotting medication and are less compli- 2.2, Todd continued his normal Thomas Keller for the deathsGof prescribed a wide range of tigation conducted by the Cali- poses. cated to monitor. Over time, warfarin regime. With con- five patients. The patients’ highly addictive opioids, fornia Department of Justice’s Aspirin these new generation of antico- scious sedation, his tooth was deaths allegedly andGconsistently and drastically Bureau of Medi-Cal Fraud and Since the 1980s, aspirin has agulants will replace warfarin. removed, and a bone graft and resultedGfromGDr. Keller’s prac- increased his patients’ opioid Elder Abuse (BMFEA). Through been used as a preventive treat- They include Pradaxa [generic: membrane were placed with no tice of over-prescribing danger- prescriptions. It further alleges BMFEA, the Attorney General’s ment for heart attacks and dabigatran], Xarelto [generic: bleeding complications. He ously high levels of addictive that he increased patients’ opioid officeGworks to protect Californi- strokes. Aspirin has an anti- rivaroxaban] and Eliquis was comfortable throughout the opioids and narcotics to his pa- dosage while prescribing med- ansGby investigating and prose- clotting effect and is used in [generic: apixaban]. Basically, procedure with no memory of tients. Dr. Keller allegedlyGpre- ications such asGSoma, a muscle cuting those responsible long-term, low doses to prevent they effect only one of the later the event. Eight weeks later, a scribed powerful narcotics and relaxant, and benzodiazepines — forG abuse, neglect, and fraud heart attacks, strokes and blood non vitamin K clotting factors, root replacement titanium im- opioids used to alleviate pain — both of which are known to committed against elderly and clot formation in people at high whereas, coumarines effects nu- plant was placed under con- including Vicodin, oxycodone, cause a dangerous drug interac- dependent adults in care facili- risk for developing blood clots. merous vitamin k factors. scious sedation with him OxyContin, Percocet,Gand mor- tion when taken with opioids. ties.G BMFEAG alsoG regularly The usual dose is one baby as- Therefore, they have a much continuing his warfarin use. phine — at levels well outside Keller often prescribed at maxi- works with whistleblowers and pirin, 81 mg, taken once a day. shorter clotting effect time than Just as during his first treat- accepted medical practice. Dr. mum dosages and in quantities law enforcement agencies to in- For emergency treatment, coumarines, so can be stopped ment, Todd had no bleeding Keller faces multiple criminal upwards of 180-300 pills per vestigate and prosecute fraud one full strength aspirin [325 for only one day if necessary problems and happily had no charges related to nine patients, prescription,G resulting in total perpetrated on the mg] is given during or immedi- and do not need constant moni- memory of the implant proce- including charges of second-de- daily opiate prescription dosages Medi-Cal program. ately after a heart attack to re- toring. dure. 4 months later, an im- greeG murder andG felony thatG far exceededG the recom- It is important to note that a duce the risk of another heart Dental treatment for pa- plant crown was fabricated and elderGabuse in connection with mended 50 mg Morphine Equiv- criminal complaint contains attack or of the death of cardiac tients on blood thinners placed with the same great re- the deaths of five patients.G He alent DosageGstandard set forth charges that are only allegations tissue. Higher doses are also Blood thinners do not affect sults. was arrested on August 12, 2019 by the Centers for Disease Con- against a person. Every defen- used after placement of coro- most dental procedures. How- While a risk-benefit assess- in Santa Rosa and remains in trol.G KellerG is alleged to dant is presumed innocent until nary stents and following some ever, blood thinners can have an ment, bleeding verses clotting, custody, with further arraign- haveG continued his dangerous proven guilty. cardiac procedures. effect on blood clotting during must be made for each patient, ment proceedings and bail re- treatment despite Red Flag warn- Heparin dental surgery. Depending on dentist can perform most dental view set for August 20 in ings from pharmacies and insur- Heparin acts by inactivating the medication, the dosage and treatments safely for patients Sonoma County Superior Court. ance companies,G his own thrombin and several other clot- the extent of dental surgery, taking warfarin without the “Doctors take an oath to pro- observations of his patients, ting factors required for a clot bleeding can be a concern. The need for stopping warfarin ther- tect patients and not engage in to form. Heparin is used in the low level of aspirin use for apy. behavior that can risk their hospital intravenously in order blood thinning is rarely a con- Enjoy Life and Keep Smil- health and safety,”Gsaid Attorney to prevent blood clot formation cern. However, stopping as- ing! General Becerra.G“When we see and to enhance the body’s abil- pirin use the day before dental evidence of a crime and patient ity to break down existing surgery is usually recom- George Malkemus has a Fam- harm, we must act. The opioid blood clots. Heparin works im- mended. ily and Cosmetic Dental Prac- epidemic is destroying our com- mediately at the site used to Warfarin use presents the tice in Rohnert Park at 2 Padre munities and taking our loved prevent clotting. most common potential bleed- Parkway, Suite 200. Call 585- ones. The California Department Coumarines (Vitamin K ing problems that dentists en- 8595, or email info@ malkemus- of Justice will continue to prose- antagonists) counter. Stopping coumarin dds.com. Visit Dr. Malkemus’ cute fairly and diligently all Coumarines are a class of medication prior to dental treat- Web site at http://www.malke- those who are alleged to have anti-clotting pharmaceuticals ment is controversial. Since it musdds.com abused our healthcare system prescribed for more than one takes 48 to 72 hours for war- and over-prescribe drugs at the million Americans each year. farin to be effective, it must be expense of their patients.” Coumarines act by blocking the stopped 2-3 days before treat- The complaint,Gfiled in theGSu- action of the Vitamin K neces- ment, which puts the patient at sary for the production of pro- thrombin, which is needed for blood clotting. It takes at least 48 to 72 hours for the anti-clot- ting effect to develop fully. The most common coumarine med- ication used is warfarin (also known under the brand names Coumadin, Jantoven, Marevan, and Waran). Generally, war- farin and other coumarin drugs are used to treat patients with atrial fibrillation [the heart’s

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Capricorn Dec. 22 – Jan. 19 Taurus April 20 – May 20 Virgo August 23 – Sept. 22 rant on Redwood Dr. 2:05 p.m.: A 32-year-old female 6:42 a.m.: An auto burglary was 7:25 a.m.: A 39-year-old male was arrested for possession of a reported on Redwood Dr. Capricorn, put your pride to the It can be difficult to make deci- There is only so much that debate was arrested for assault with a controlled substance, possession 6:31 p.m.: A 28-year-old male side and focus on what would be sions when under pressure, Taurus. will accomplish, Virgo. You may deadly weapon not a firearm and of controlled substance para- was arrested for disorderly con- best for the majority of people in This week you may be put on the have to sit back and go with the flow possession of controlled sub- your family circle. Then you can spot to answer some difficult ques- on this one, even if that may be dif- phernalia and violation of proba- duct and violation of probation stance paraphernalia on E. Cotati tion on Commerce Blvd. on Cornell Ave. gear your decisions toward their tions. ficult. Ave at Cristobal Road. well-being . 7:42 p.m.: A 50-year-old male 7:25 a.m.: A 39-year-old male was arrested for assault likely to 8/18/19 Aquarius Jan. 20 – Feb. 18 Gemini May 21 – June 21 Libra Sept. 23 – Oct. 22 was arrested for assault with a cause great bodily injury, aggra- 2:07 a.m.: A 33-year-old female Aquarius, if your diet and exer- Now may be a good time to in- All it may take is a weekend get- deadly weapon not a firearm and vated assault with injury, threat- was arrested for driving under cise regimen hasn’t been as success- vest some money into a luxury pur- away to completely recharge your possession of controlled sub- ening a crime with intent to the influence of alcohol on Civic ful as you’d hoped, you may want to chase, Gemini. This can be anything mind and body, Libra. Trips do not stance paraphernalia on E. Cotati terrorize, and damaging power Center Dr. at Kirsten Ct. speak with a dietician. Then you can from an extensive vacation to a new have to be long to prove rejuvenat- Ave at Cristobal Road. connecting lines on RP Exp. 9:44 a.m.: Petty theft was re- get back on track. car. Just consider the budget before- ing. A change of scenery is impor- 9:00 a.m.: A 42-year-old male hand. tant. 8:22 p.m.: A 38-year-old male ported on Commerce Blvd. was arrested for theft by use of was arrested for public intoxica- 12:30 p.m.: Vandalism was re- Pisces Feb. 19 – March 20 Cancer June 22 – July 22 Scorpio Oct. 23 – Nov. 21 access card information, appro- tion and violation of probation ported on Magnolia Ave. Pisces, there are a few cosmic Cancer, a minor health scare Scorpio, make a list of the pros priation of lost property and an on Santa Alicia Dr. 6:39 p.m.: Narcotic activity was disturbances on the horizon but could have you rethinking your diet and cons of a career change and then outside warrant. 8:38 p.m.: A missing person was reported on Meadow Pines Ave. nothing you cannot handle with a lit- and exercise regimen. Speak with a mull it over carefully. Explore if reported on Madrigal St. 11:17 p.m.: A party disturbance 8/13/19 tle finesse. Expect things to blow doctor about the best course of ac- salary, environment or status are 10:41 p.m.: A 34-year-old male was reported on Jasmine Circle. over shortly. tion if you want to overhaul your driving factors in wanting some- 8:20 a.m.: A 38-year-old female health. thing new. was arrested for driving under was arrested for driving under the influence of drugs and alco- Aries March 21 – April 19 Leo July 23 – August 22 Sagittarius Nov. 22 – Dec. 21 the influence of alcohol, viola- hol and a bench warrant on Cotati tion of probation and driving Camino Colegio. There are a few obstacles in your Leo, some tough choices will be Memories of good times could 8/8/19 career path right now, Aries. Thank- falling on your shoulders in the days have you temporarily living in the with a suspended license on Golf fully, you have a clever way to nav- ahead. Not everyone may agree with past, Sagittarius. That is okay as Course Dr. 8/16/19 9:13 a.m.: A 37-year-old male igate right around them. All it takes your decisions, but you need to long as you can come back to the 11:09 a.m.: Firearms were sur- 12:37 a.m.: A 22-year-old male was arrested for resisting a peace is a little charm. stand by them. present when necessary. rendered for safekeeping on was arrested for driving under officer, violation of parole and Fairway Dr. the influence of drugs on South- possession of burglary tools on 12:04 p.m.: A burglary was re- west Blvd. E. Cotati Ave. ported on RP Exp. 4:52 a.m.: A 44-year-old male 8/9/19 :RUNLQJ&RQVWUXFWLRQ 3:27 p.m.: A 17-year-old male was arrested for possession of a was arrested for battery on Red- controlled substance and viola- 8:01 p.m.: A 21-year-old male wood Dr. was arrested for possession of a                   tion of probation on Redwood 9:08 p.m.: A 32-year-old male Dr. controlled substance and viola- was arrested for assault with in- tion of probation on Hwy 116 S.     8:04 a.m.: Fraud was reported on jury and violation of a court Snyder Lane. 11:03 p.m.: A 28-year-old male order on Dexter Circle. was arrested for battery on Larch     9:54 a.m.: A 41-year-old female was arrested for shoplifting on Ave. 8/14/9 11:54 p.m.: A 20-year-old male     Redwood Dr. 1:40 a.m.: A 19-year-old male 11:49 a.m.: Grand theft was re- was arrested for resisting a peace      was arrested for assault with in- ported on Enterprise Dr. officer and violation of probation jury on Racquet Club Circle. 4:21 p.m.: Petty theft was re- on Old Redwood Hwy.           7:54 a.m.: A CPS referral was ported on RP Exp. reported on Burton Ave. 8/10/19      5:00 p.m.: A 27-year-old male 10:15 a.m.: A 30-year-old male was arrested for shoplifting, vio- 10:41 p.m.: A disturbance was was arrested for vandalism, pos- reported on Pine Tree Circle.         lation of probation and a bench session of controlled substance warrant on RP Exp. paraphernalia and violation of 8/11/19       8:24 p.m.: A 51-year-old male probation on Estrella Dr. was arrested for possession of a 2:10 a.m.: A 26-year-old male 5:46 p.m.: A 45-year-old female was arrested for driving under      controlled substance and viola- was arrested for assault with in- tion of probation on Golf Course the influence of alcohol on Ben-     jury on Calcutta Ct. 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Sportsman’s Report: Richard Crane’s walk-a-thon

By BillLate Hanson seasonsouth camping is the beautiful Salt Point Camping the week before SP with camping out on the school starts anew is a treat es- windy bluff or across the high- pecially during the week. At the way at Woodside campground, venerable Cassini Ranch last also part of the park. South week there were no close-by again is a private campground neighbors, except the coons on Ocean Cove followed who don’t come to work until closely by the Stillwater Cove well after bed time for mere camp run by the county. From mortals. One night they opened there it is a long pull south and the small cooler and removed across the Russian River, be the Casaba melon, tracking sure to pull off and say hi to the their movements and the roll seal colony right at the mouth marks in the soft ground, they of the river. Crossing the bridge stopped about sixty feet away, over the Russian there is camp- almost into the blackberry wall. ing at Shell beach SP, one of the The poor melon never had a few camps right on the beach. A chance, the coons ate the flesh few miles more is the Salmon down to the rind. Smaller coons Creek Dunes SP, lots of sand. drug off small pieces, their foot- Just south of the little town of prints and smaller tail prints Bodega is the Doran Beach fa- gave truth to their junior sta- cility, this one is on the long tion. They returned the last scrap of land that forms the night of camping but had to ocean side of Bodega Bay limit their intake to s’mores proper. Driving an hour south scraps, the foil in the trash on the highway, just past the lit- tossed on the ground with all tle burg of Point Reyes Station, the rest of the debris was hand- there is an excellent private picked and licked clean, unlike campground, Olema camp. the two-legged animals who They have a little store and a went to bed with sticky fingers. good playground. Nearby is the Do racoons get sticky fingers? Point Reyes National Sea Shore Not likely since there are no visitor center, this alone is And just like that, they are off and running!, Students from Richard Crane Elementary School participated in their walk-a-thon adults to limit the finger suck- worth a day trip. Coast camping fundraiser Tues., Aug. 20., Prior to the walk, a fire engine from Rohnert Park Public Safety Department pulled up and the students ing behavior inherent in s’- kind of dries up until you are posed in front of it for a big school photo., The walk-a-thon is one of the biggest fundraisers for the school. mores. south of San Francisco. Jane Peleti Moving ahead into the early part of the school year, camping can be at its best in late summer Quite a dance performance at the Accordian Festival and fall. Out near the coast the water can be less turbulent, and BlindEarly Baum Centercenter of the Blind open is celebrating houseits 20th anniversary the temperatures cool at the sur- with an open house in Santa Rosa from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 21. face making late camping on Volunteers are needed at information booths, to help serve food and the coast outstanding. Or not, to guide guests. Contact Maura Wong Cooper at 707-703-9613. early rain storms can force campers back home or keep them there in the first place. Some late season camping ideas Volunteers needed weekly starting from two-and-a-half- Goatlandia is a nonprofit farm animal sanctuary and rescue or- hour drive north to Fort Bragg ganization with goats, pigs, sheep, chickens and ducks. Volunteers at the famous MacKerricher are needed for three hours one day a week to help with feeding, State Park (SP), then south on cleaning, socializing and other chores. Contact Deb Blum at 707- the coast highway to Russian 541-6216. Gulch SP and south again past the@picturesque town of Mendo- cino@to the gorgeous Vandame Work the front desk SP. You don’t have to be a The Volunteer Center of Sonoma County needs people to work at scuba diver to appreciate the its front desk, provide customer service, welcome members and the beauty there you can spend pubic, answer phones, schedule appointments and help with special days in a beach chair watching projects. Shifts are from 1-5 p.m. Wed. and Fri. Being bilingual is the waves lap your feet and still helpful but not required. Contact Jessica Grace-Gallagher at 707- not see them all. South again on 573-3399, EXT. 102. the coast highway near the little hamlet of Point Arena there are a couple of private options one near Manchester State Beach, a WorkSutter Santa at Rosa giftRegional shop Hospital is looking for mature gift KOA franchise. South again to shop volunteers who can commit to sharing four hours of their time the Gualala River is the once a week. Contact Fran Rizzo at [email protected]. Andrew Rushig of Vacaville gave quite a dance performance to music played by the “Mad Mag- Sonoma County park of the gies.” same name. A half-hour drive Robert Grant

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