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VOTE ON TUESDAY HIGHS:63-68 } TUESDAY AFTERNOON, POLICE SWARM 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 YOUR VOICE YOUR OTE AREA, STILL INVESTIGATING ...... 3 } 3 LOWS:46-51 San Leandro Times AN INDEPENDENT HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER SERVING SAN LEANDRO, ASHLAND, SAN LORENZO AND SHEFFIELD VILLAGE VOL. 30 • NO. 9 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2020 SAN LEANDRO • CALIFORNIA People Express Ideas on Climate Action Plan San Leandrans propose local action to deal with climate change By Mike McGuire San Leandro Times San Leandrans got their because many sidewalks are in chance to help the city fight cli- poor repair. They also suggested mate change at a public meeting better lighting at night, so one can last Thursday night at the Senior see those uneven sidewalks better Community Center, attended by see CLIMATE, page 8 some 100 people. Considerable progress has been made since the city first adopted a Climate Action Plan (CAP) in 2009, said city Sustain- ability Manger Dr. Hoi-Fei Mok. Goolsby More remains to be done on the local level even as it is also dealt Challenges with at the state, national and PHOTO BY JIM KNOWLES international levels, she said. The meeting was part of an Miley for Dr. Kimberly Noble (right), director of elementary education at the San Lorenzo school district, compliments the fifth graders on the talk they gave to the school board about keeping lead out of the water. update that the City Council hopes to adopt by the end of this Supervisor year on greenhouse gas reduc- tions and reducing San Leandro’s By Mike McGuire Students Call for Lead-Free Water vulnerability to climate change. San Leandro Times People divided into small Nate Miley, running for By Jim Knowles But more should be done. school district are under 5 ppb. groups to suggest how to address re-election for a sixth term as San Leandro Times Tests released last summer showed that But the fifth graders, and public interest climate problems at the local Alameda County Supervisor for Three fifth graders stepped up to the two of the district’s schools, Arroyo High groups, say it should be not over 1 ppb. level. District 4, says he has the expe- microphone at the San Lorenzo school board and Corvallis School, had lead in the water “It’s down to 5 parts per billion, but you A big set of suggestions rience, energy and know-how to meeting earlier this month to talk about lead. that exceeded the 15 parts per billion (ppb) can do more,” said fifth grader Santiago from the public centered around continue serving the residents of The school district has fixed and re- limit that’s deemed unhealthy by federal Garcia Mora, who spoke along with students reducing the role of the automo- parts of Oakland and unincorpo- placed drinking fountains and water dis- law. Those fixtures were shut down for Yesenia Delgado and Matilda Chanhung. bile in getting around the city. rated Alameda County communi- pensers at the schools, they acknowledged. repairs and now all the water fixtures in the One group suggested bringing ties such as Ashland, Cherryland see LEAD, page 8 back school buses rather than and San Lorenzo. individually driving each child to Miley is opposed by Esther and from school. They said this Goolsby, a community organizer would reduce traffic congestion for Communities for a Better as well as air pollution. Environment, in the March 3 Others focused on difficulties primary election. As long as one AIDS Quilt Makes a Stop in San Leandro in getting around town by any candidate gets a majority of votes, means other than the automobile. they will be elected then and will By Mike McGuire 150th anniversary celebrations. San Leandro Times It is physically difficult to walk to not appear on the November The quilt was the 1985 brain- any destination, said one group, see SUPERVISOR, page 8 The AIDS Memorial Quilt, child of San Francisco communi- described as the world’s greatest ty activist Cleve Jones, a political social justice teaching tool and associate and friend of assassinat- INSIDE YOUR TIMES once nominated for the Nobel ed San Francisco Supervisor and Peace Prize, is living in San gay activist Harvey Milk. Jones ■ SPORTS Auto...... 6 Leandro temporarily on its way said last week in San Leandro that Two St. Leander teams Calendar...... 4 to a new permanent home in San the anniversary of Milk’s death take home titles. 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PRODUCTION Howard Morrison Manager Kayla Steinorth St. Leander Teams Take Home Championships Art Director Moxie Morrison Two St. Leander School CYO teams had a successful weekend. The streak in the SAC for two years. And another St. Leander team became Assistant fifth-grade boys’ basketball team won the Southern Alameda County champions as well. The sixth-grade girls’ volleyball team won the Metro OPERATIONS (SAC) League championship game. The win continues their undefeated League Championship. Claudette Morrison Business Manager ADVERTISING Display Advertising Final Weekend to See Steel Magnolias Claudette Morrison Classified Advertising Steel Magnolias plays its final weekend at the characters are as delicate as magnolias but as tough Patrick Vadnais Chanticleers Theatre, 3683 Quail Ave. in Castro as steel. Harling based the story on his experience HOW TO REACH US Valley. with his sister’s death. The show plays on Friday and Saturday at 8 Chanticleers Theatre is a nonprofit community San Leandro Times 2060 Washington Ave. p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. theater organization with a rich history dating back San Leandro, California 94577 Tickets are $22 to $27 and may be purchased on- to 1948. line at chanticleers.org or by calling 510-SEE-LIVE Today, Chanticleers Theatre is a 99-seat play- Office hours: Weekdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (510-733-5483). Group discounts also available. house, serving Castro Valley and the greater East Main Office: (510) 614-1555 Steel Magnolias is a stage play by American Bay. Known as “Castro Valley’s Little Theatre in www.ebpublishing.com writer Robert Harling, is a comedy-drama about the Park,” Chanticleers is located in the Castro the bond among a group of Southern women in Valley Community Park right across from the new ©2018 East Bay Publishing Corporation northwest Louisiana. The title suggests the female Veterans’ Memorial. We Can Do It, San Leandro! VOTE YES ON MEASURE N

Four years ago, the San Leandro Unified School District conducted a comprehensive assessment of the facility needs of all public schools in the district. Thanks to the generous support of the community, significant improvements have been made. Measure N has been placed on the ballot to finish the work identified in the original assessment. A YES VOTE ON MEASURE N WILL: % Construct new, permanent classrooms to avoid overcrowding. % Repair or replace deteriorating roofs, plumbing, and electrical systems. % Replace aging classroom windows with new, energy efficient windows. % Keep computer systems and classroom instructional technology up-to-date. % Upgrade campus security by installing new emergency communications systems. % Renovate student athletic fields and replace the outdated gymnasium at San Leandro High School. VOTE % Construct new science and engineering labs and career technical classrooms at San Leandro High School. YES ON MARCH Paid for by San Leandrans for Great Schools—Yes on N 2020—FPPC #1386769 3RD Learn more at www.sanleandransforgreatschools.com San Leandro Times THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2020 3 POLICE & FIRE Big Rise in Auto Break-Ins, International Rings Involved By Mike McGuire with eight other agencies in ment via traffic stops or conduct laptops or cellphones, and then He said that so far there have some other cities that let a thief San Leandro Times November to bust up an interna- undercover surveillance of hot sometimes using the trunk release been no reports of San Leandro search the trunk for electronics Auto burglaries are on the rise tional fencing operation allegedly spots for auto burglary, Hender- to open the trunk. thieves using devices reported in from outside the car. in San Leandro. There were 181 being run out of a Hayward elec- son said. car break-ins in January. tronics store, with the Fremont “We haven’t caught anyone In all of 2019 there were 1,750 police taking the lead. Phones red-handed yet, but there have car burglaries reported, up 54 stolen in Bay Area were being also been no break-ins in the percent compared to 2018. sold to countries as distant as cities we’ve targeted during those Some 105 cars were stolen China, Vietnam, Russia, Iran, and operations,” Henderson said. outright in January. United Arab Emirates, according Police chiefs from those Most people in town think the to the Fremont police. cities also meet monthly to goods stolen from cars are being Henderson said that recent compare notes on car break-ins sold locally by individuals, but changes in state law make it and formulate joint strategies, that’s not always the case, said harder to effectively prosecute he added. San Leandro police spokesman non-violent felonies. Henderson suggested making Lt. Ted Henderson. “We can find over 100 stolen it harder for thieves by leaving Theft rings are sometimes phones in one place, but now it’s less in the car for them to take. looking for specific items, and just one count of theft, not 100 “If you’re going into an es- some of the items stolen here are counts,” he said. tablishment just for a quick visit, being sold overseas, he said. But police are fighting back stop and take the extra minute to “At first we thought car beak- by pooling resources against auto put possessions in the trunk of ins were a crime of opportunity, burglaries. your car, or leave them home,” but then we saw odd patterns of Twice a month, police from he said. what was being stolen and where Berkeley, Emeryville, Oakland So far in San Leandro, Hen- it turned up. 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❖ Library to Screen Last Black Man in SF ed States-Mexico border. All are welcome, and The San Leandro Main Library, 300 Estudillo all books discussed are available for purchase Ave., invites the community to enjoy some soul in the Library’s Booktique bookstore. food from local restaurant Southern Café and a free screening of the film,The Last Black Man ❖ Marine Corps League in San Francisco, on Saturday, Feb. 29, from The Marines of the 1st Lt. Frank Reasoner De- 5:30 to 8 p.m. Adults 18 years old and over tachment #919 are looking for a few good men. may attend this after-hours event in celebration This Detachment meets the second Saturday of of Black History Month. Refreshments will each month at 9 a.m. at the San Leandro Vet- be provided from 5:30 to 6 p.m., and the film erans Memorial Building, 1105 Bancroft Ave. runs from 6 to 8 p.m. The film won the 2019 in San Leandro. The Detachment supports all Sundance Film Festival Best Directing award. Marines and FMF Corpsman, active, retired and former. For more information, call Bill Smith ❖ San Leandro Schools Planning Meeting at 925-997-8041. The San Leandro Unified School District is planning for the future. Attend the district’s ❖ “Open Cockpit Day” at Aviation Museum Davis Street director Rose Johnson (left) with student and with Brian Copeland. upcoming Local Control Accountability Plan Hop into the cockpit of a famous fighter plane at (LCAP) community forum. This meeting the Oakland Aviation Museum’s “Open Cockpit will also include details about the facilities Day” on Sunday, March 8, from noon to 4 p.m. Brian Copeland’s Fundraiser improvement bond, Measure N, which is on at Oakland Airport’s North Field, 8252 Earhart the ballot for March 3. The meeting will be on Road in Oakland, just off Doolittle Drive. Visi- Benefits Breakfast Program on Saturday, Feb. 29, from 9 to 10:30 a.m., at tors can view famous aircraft, including the A-3 the Barbara Lee Health Center (2251 Bancroft Skywarrior, A-7 Corsair, and sit in a Harrier Assumption School announced $5,515 to provide their children with a hot meal every Ave.), presented in English. jump jet, or a MiG-15. The huge flying boat, funds raised from St. Nick’s Boutique raffle morning. The Hot Breakfast Program was de- the Short Solent Mk 111 that was used in the and fundraiser will go to Davis Street’s Hot signed to support these families by providing ❖ Celebrate African American History Month movie Raiders of the Lost Ark, will be open for Breakfast Program. hot meals five days a week at Davis Street’s The Manor Branch Library, 1241 Manor Blvd. tours for an additional fee. Activities include a The Hot Breakfast Program Fundraiser subsidized centers. in San Leandro celebrates African American ham radio exhibit, oldies Bay Area car exhibit, began in 1995 by actor, comedian, and As- Davis Street says many thanks to Brian History Month with a fun family event, Samba live music by the Friends of Ken Band, and a sumption School alumni Brian Copeland to Copeland, Assumption School Principal Lana Samba Kids with music with James Henry on roller derby demonstration. support Davis Street’s preschoolers. According Rocheford, all teachers, staff, parents, and Saturday, Feb. 29, at 2:30 p.m. For more infor- to Davis Street, most families enrolled in Davis students for helping provide this support to mation, call 510-577-7971. ❖ Volunteers Needed for Family Support Street’s child development centers can’t afford children-in-need throughout the years. Eden is looking for volunteers to build its Fam- ❖ I.D.E.S. St. John Crab Feed ily Support Services group to serve as a liaison I.D.E.S. St. John, 1670 Orchard Ave. in San between family, physicians and other medical Leandro, will have its annual Crab Feed on staff and concentrate on providing comfort and Saturday, Feb. 29, from 6 to 10 p.m. The din- emotional support to family members at the hos- ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ner comes with salad, pasta, garlic bread, and pital. Volunteers will be based in the emergency dessert. Tickets are $55 per person, and $25 for room. Candidates who qualify will display ❖ Chanticleers Theatre runs through March 1. The chanticleers.org or by calling children 6 to 12 years old. For more information friendly, positive, helpful and professional atti- Steel Magnolias show plays on Fridays and Sat- 510-SEE-LIVE (510-733-5483). or tickets, call Darlene at 510-589-6536, Willie tude; work well with patients, family members Steel Magnolias opens at the urdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays Group discounts also available. at 510-207-6326 or Frances 510-886-1568. and staff; ability to display compassion and at 2 p.m. Tickets are $22 to $27 Steel Magnolias is a stage play have a caring nature; and ability to make a Chanticleers Theatre, 3683 ❖ Quail Ave. in Castro Valley, and may be purchased online at by American writer Robert Buon Tempo Club Dinner one-year commitment. To apply, contact: Meri Harling, a comedy-drama about The Buon Tempo Club is having a family dinner Johnson-Wicks at [email protected] the bond among a group of on Tuesday, March 3, at 7 p.m. at Mt. Tabor or 510-727-3124. by Salomé Hall, Transfiguration Church, 4000 E. Castro HOROSCOPE © 2019 King Features Synd., Inc. Southern women in northwest ❖ Louisiana. The title suggests the Valley Blvd. in Castro Valley. Everyone is wel- Umpires Needed come. Chef Joseph Sotello and crew will serve a The Hayward Softball Umpires Association is ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Having second thoughts could be a good female characters are as delicate thing, even if you’re determined to go through with your plans. You might 5-course, family-style dinner of corned beef and recruiting year-round to work paid Hayward find it worthwhile to take a fresh look at how things have been set up. as magnolias but as tough as steel. The magnolia specifically cabbage, along with red and white wine. Happy Area Recreation and Park Distrcit (HARD) softball games – men’s, women’s and co-ed TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Financial matters could continue to references a magnolia tree they hour is 6 p.m. The dinner is $15 for members, be a problem until you’re able to straighten out some of the more pesky $20 for non-members. Make reservations by slow pitch. The umpires association trains all situations. Once that happens, the rest should be easier to unsnarl. are arguing about at the begin- ning. Harling based this play on Friday, Feb. 28, by calling the Buon Tempo age groups. It’s a great way to earn some extra GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Family matters once again take center his experience with his sister’s dinner line at 510-483-6929. money. For more information, call the associ- stage, and should be dealt with competently and quickly. And, again, insist ation’s educational director at 510-586-8592 on others taking on their fair share of the responsibilities. death. Director, actor, and de- ❖ Parkinson Support Group Meeting between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. signer spanning four decades CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your creative pursuits seem to be running The Parkinson Support Group will hold its into a roadblock. But rather than blame outside factors, look within to see in West Coast theatre, Kendall ❖ if you might be holding back your efforts for some reason. monthly meeting on Thursday, March 5, at St. Felicitas Young at Heart Luncheon Tieck will make his Chanticleers 10:30 a.m. at the San Lorenzo Community St. Felicitas Church’s Young at Heart Senior Theatre directing debut with LEO (July 23 to August 22) Keep that keen Cat’s Eye focused on relevant Church, 945 Paseo Grande in San Lorenzo. Luncheon is Wednesday, March 18, at Monsi- aspects of this new situation in your life. Don’t be distracted by trivial Steel Magnolias. matters. You need the pertinent facts before making a decision. Aaron Wong from Spectrum in Alameda gnor McGinty Hall located behind the church County will speak on fall prevention. For more at 1662 Manor Blvd.,in San Leandro. March’s VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) As much as you prefer doing things on your own, continue to accept help if you still need to resolve the problem READ & RECYCLE! information, call Loma White 510-276-3119. luncheon will feature crispy chicken tenders affecting your project. Some cheerful news is about to come your way. and macaroni and cheese lunch with dessert, ❖ Personal Computer Users Group beverage and door prizes. Doors open at 11:15 LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) While you might begrudge the added time it will take to get your project from point A to B to C, etc., you The next monthly meeting of the Personal a.m. Lunch is served at noon. Tickets can be could benefit from the facts that will emerge over this expanded time span. WATCH Computer Users Group will be Friday, March purchased at the church office, by calling 1-510- 6, at 7:30 pm at Calvary Baptist Church, 28924 351-5244, located to the right of the church. Last SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Regarding your workplace suggestions, be prepared to produce the facts to counter reactions from BATTERIES Ruus Road in Hayward. A presentation about day to buy tickets is Friday, March 13, at noon. skeptics who feel your approach is unreasonable or even impossible. DONE Rasberry Pi (RPi) will be made by Jan Fager- No ticket sales at the door. The cost is $6. All SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Savvy Sagittarians holm, followed by questions and answers. For seniors our welcomed. will look for work-related answers on their own rather than rely on unproved more information, visit http://www.pcc.org or assumptions. It might take more time to do so, but the payoff is worth it. RIGHT call 510-278-5192. ❖ Veterans Town Hall at SL Library CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Your aspects continue to The Veterans Resource Center will host the VA favor family issues, with special emphasis this week on changes in and around ALLPHIN JEWELERS ❖ Meeting of the SL Readers Roundtable Palo Alto Health Care Systems FY 2020 2nd your home. Get everyone to suggest what he or she would like to see done. The San Leandro Readers Roundtable will quarter veterans town hall on Tuesday, March Since 1923 AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A matter you thought had meet on Saturday, March 7, at 2 p.m. at the San 10, from 6 to 7p.m. at the San Leandro Main been settled might still produce surprises. Best advice: Continue to gather 155 Parrott Street Leandro Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave., to Library, 300 Estudillo Ave. Get great informa- facts to bolster your position just in case you need to produce them quickly. San Leandro • 357-3442 discuss The Line Becomes a River: Dispatches tion related to VA Healthcare’s new component, PISCES (February 19 to March 20) While your instincts are usually right Wednesday-Friday 11am-5pm from the Border, Francisco Cantu’s memoir of community care, and learn about VA updates when discerning ‘twixt truth and deception, you could benefit from doing more research on the new “prospect” that you’ve been pitched. Saturday 11am-4pm his time as an immigration agent along the Unit- that bring you greater veteran’s­ entitlements. San Leandro Times THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2020 5 George Mark Children’s House Breaks Ground on New Garden Groundbreaking features local politicians and civic leaders George Mark Children’s and the staff and volunteers. House (GMCH), the first free- The Garden is scheduled for standing pediatric palliative care completion by the summer. It center in the United States, host- will include wheelchair accessi- ed a groundbreaking ceremony bility, shaded seating, accessible with generous contractors, local raised planting beds, a sensory politicians and civic leaders to garden, outdoor kitchen, hilltop commemorate a new restorative overlook, interactive sculpture, garden on Thursday, Feb. 20. and art and water features. The garden was designed Construction will involve pro bono by award-winning over 40 contractors and suppli- ers who have also donated their expertise, labor, and materials. We are The value of services donated “thrilled to will exceed half a million dollars. GMCH is seeking the communi- extend our ty’s support to complete the re- storative garden to better enhance therapeutic service for its patients, families, staff and volunteers. space into “We are thrilled to extend our therapeutic space into more of more of the the great outdoors,” said George great outdoors. Mark Children’s House Founder Dr. Kathy Hull. “Our patients and — Dr. Kathy Hull, founder of their families can look forward George Mark to warm days in the sunshine, PHOTO COURTESY OF GMCH Children’s House the soothing sound of water, and Joining in the groundbreaking ceremony are Kate Stickley, Radiat Bayeh, Karishma Khatri, George Mark Children’s shady nooks for contemplation. House founder Dr. Kathy Hull, and Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan. Arterra Landscape Architects. We are profoundly grateful for It will transform the last unde- the generosity and the expert, veloped outdoor area at George thoughtful design provided by of Senator Bob Wieckowski and About George Mark Leandro provides life affirming ing safe, excellent medical care Mark Children’s House into an Arterra Landscape Architects and Assemblyman Rob Bonta along Children’s House care for children with illnesses in the comfort and warmth of a eco-friendly space and it fits into our contractors.” with San Leandro Chief of Police George Mark Children’s that modern health care cannot home-like setting for patients the bucolic esthetic of the house In attendance at the cere- Jeff Tudor. The civic leaders House (GMCH) is the first pe- yet cure, or for those who have who do not need the resources and landscaping. The garden is monial groundbreaking were and generous contractors were diatric palliative care center in complex medical conditions. of a full children’s hospital. The also usable for GMCH’s fragile Alameda County Supervisor thrilled to break ground on the the United States. The 15,000 GMCH bridges the gap be- facility sits on an impeccably patient population, their families, Wilma Chan and representatives worthy project. square foot medical facility in San tween hospital and home, offer- landscaped five-acre lot.

Main Library to Screen Scholarships For Students Pursuing Medical Degrees ‘Last Black Man in SF’ San Leandro awards scholarships to college have donated more than $500,000 selor at San Leandro or Arroyo The San Leandro Main Li- over may attend this after-hours students and graduating high in scholarships. Past scholar- high schools. The deadline to brary, 300 Estudillo Ave., invites event in celebration of Black Hospital Auxiliary school seniors pursuing medical ship recipients have gone on to apply is April 10. the community to enjoy some History Month. Refreshments has scholarships careers. To be eligible, these stu- become physicians, nurses and For more information about soul food from local restau- will be provided from 5:30 to 6 dents must live in San Leandro health professionals. the San Leandro Hospital Aux- rant Southern Café and a free p.m., and the film runs from 6 to for medical students or San Lorenzo and enroll in Applications are available iliary scholarship program or if screening of the film, “The Last 8 p.m. “The Last Black Man in The San Leandro Hospital healthcare-related studies. Schol- at the information desk or in you are retired and interested in Black Man in San Francisco,” San Francisco” (Rated R), won Volunteer Auxiliary is now ac- arships will be awarded in June the gift shop in the lobby of San volunteering at the hospital, call on Saturday, Feb. 29, from 5:30 the 2019 Sundance Film Festival cepting applications for its annual for studies in the fall. Leandro Hospital, 13855 East 14 510-667-4501 between 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Adults 18 years old and Best Directing award. health care scholarship program. Since 1972, the San Leandro St. Students can also request an and 4 p.m., Monday through Each year, the Auxiliary Hospital Auxiliary volunteers application from a career coun- Friday. LEGAL NOTICE

FILED FILED FILED FILED FILED FILED JANUARY 22, 2020 JANUARY 30, 2020 JANUARY 29, 2020 JANUARY 22, 2020 FEBRUARY 04, 2020 FEBRUARY 13, 2020 MELISSA WILK MELISSA WILK MELISSA WILK MELISSA WILK MELISSA WILK MELISSA WILK County Clerk County Clerk County Clerk County Clerk County Clerk County Clerk ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY By------, Deputy By------, Deputy By------, Deputy By------, Deputy By------, Deputy By------, Deputy FILE NO. 567719 FILE NO. 568102 FILE NO. 568025 FILE NO. 567713 FILE NO. 568238 FILE NO. 568556 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and Professions Code Professions Code Professions Code Professions Code Professions Code Professions Code Sections 17900-17930 Sections 17900-17930 Sections 17900-17930 Sections 17900-17930 Sections 17900-17930 Sections 17900-17930 The name of the business(es): The name of the business(es): The name of the business(es): The name of the business(es): The name of the business(es): The name of the business(es): Concrete Rock Stamp Rental and More locat- Pediatric Language Therapy Associates BLACK MEN LIFE Insurance Foundation Cummings Construction located at 3937 39th P.E.A.C.E. located at 1650 152nd Avenue, Beefront Studio located at 16470 Foothill ed at 16530 East 14th Street, San Leandro, located at 2242 Washington Ave., San located at 1972 Quebec Ave., San Leandro, Avenue, Oakland, CA 94619, in Alameda San Leandro, CA 94578, mailing address Blvd., San Leandro, CA 94578 in Alameda CA 94578, in Alameda County, is hereby Leandro, CA 94577, in Alameda County, is CA 94579, in Alameda County, is hereby County, is hereby registered by the following P.O. Box 32443, Oakland, CA 94604 in Al- County, is hereby registered by the following registered by the following owner(s): Wendy hereby registered by the following owner(s): registered by the following owner(s): BLACK owner(s): Constructive Building Services, ameda County, is hereby registered by the owner(s): Andrew Yu, 16470 Foothill Blvd., Karina Nunez, 424 Pacifica Ave., Baypoint, Claire Ibrahim, 8033 Earl St., Oakland, CA MEN LIFE Insurance Foundation, 1972 Inc., 3937 39th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94619. following owner(s): The Peoples’ Eclectic San Leandro, CA 94578. This business is CA 94565. This business is conducted by an 94605. This business is conducted by an Quebec Ave., San Leandro, CA 94579. This This business is conducted by a corporation. and Aware Church of Enlightenment, 1650 conducted by an individual. This business individual. This business commenced N/A. individual. This business commenced N/A. business is conducted by a corporation. This This business commenced 11/18/1999. 152nd Avenue, San Leandro, CA 94578. This commenced N/A. /s/ Wendy Karina Nunez /s/ Claire Ibrahim business commenced 1/29/2020. /s/ Constructive Building Services, Inc. business is conducted by a corporation. This /s/ Andrew Yu This statement was filed with the County This statement was filed with the County /s/ BLACK MEN LIFE Insurance Foundation This statement was filed with the County business commenced Feb. 1, 2020. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated /s/ The Peoples’ Eclectic and Aware Church Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated by file stamp above. by file stamp above. Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated by file stamp above. of Enlightenment by file stamp above. Expires JANUARY 22, 2025 Expires JANUARY 30, 2025 by file stamp above. Expires JANUARY 22, 2025 This statement was filed with the County Expires FEBRUARY 13, 2025 FEB 06, 13, 20, 27, 2020 FEB 06, 13, 20, 27, 2020 Expires JANUARY 29, 2025 FEB 20, 27, MAR 05, 12, 2020 Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated FEB 27, MAR 05, 12, 19, 2020 0218-SLT 0221-SLT FEB 13, 20, 27, MAR 05, 2020 0226-SLT by file stamp above. 0234-SLT 0222-SLT Expires FEBRUARY 04, 2025 FEB 20, 27, MAR 05, 12, 2020 0229-SLT 6 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2020 San Leandro Times AUTOMOTIVE Lexus Hybrid Sips Gas in Style By Steve Schaefer you just slip your finger up and options, driving the base price San Leandro Times down or side to side and press of $41,760 to $52,505 (plus to select items on the eye-level $1,025 delivery). Some is exus is Toyota’s screen. It works well most of safety related, like the Blind luxury brand, so the time. Spot Monitoring with Rear you expect extra I wasn’t enamored with the Cross-Traffic Alert and Parking L style, comfort, and textured faux-looking wood Assist ($1,065). Some is flash, maybe even performance when trim ($540) but there were no like upgrading to 18-inch split- you opt for the “L” instead of other complaints about riding spoke alloys ($770). Handy is the “T” logo on nose and tail. in this cushy car. the head-up display ($500). The ES 300, now in its seventh The major difference be- The Mark Levinson audio and generation, remains a pleasant tween the ES 300h and its navigation sounds wonderful, midsize sedan. After a major sibling, the gas-powered ES and it had better for a $2,900 styling upgrade last year, it’s 350, is what’s under the hood. premium. carryover for ‘20, but contin- To generate much higher EPA However, do you really ues to offer a hybrid version for miles-per-gallon numbers, need to pay $550 for a hands- people who are not enraptured Lexus puts a 2.5-liter four-cyl- free power trunk lid or $400 for by SUVs. It’s one of six Lexus inder in with a high-density illuminated door sills? It must hybrids. motor and nickel-metal-hy- have something to do with The look is hardly placid, as dride battery (now moved the kind of buyer who wants were earlier models, although from the trunk to under the to customize their car that so there is a new shade of beige rear seat), which together put many choices exist. The list To generate higher EPA miles-per-gallon numbers, Lexus puts a 2.5-liter four-cylinder in with available this year. Toyota, and out 215 horsepower. This will does make me wonder if any- a high-density motor and nickel-metal-hydride battery which together put out 215 horsepower. Lexus in particular, are going launch the 300h from 0-60 in one ever orders the car without all-out for in-your-face styling, a respectable 8.1 seconds. But all of these items. Perhaps it’s so the front of this car takes the V6 in the ES 350 offers 302 just broken out this way, and hybrid vehicles to have a “rub- Steve Schaefer lives in Cas- ing new cars in the Times for the giant spindle grille in an horsepower and will do 0-60 all ES 300h’s are shipped to the ber band” feel. And, Auto Glide tro Valley. He has been review- 28 years. even more evocative direction. in 6.6 seconds. Hmm—that dealers loaded. Control improves efficiency by With carefully crafted piec- sounds better. It says something that I adding a “coast” mode, so the es, it sprawls over the face of But—when you look at the didn’t make any notes about car slows more predictably, the car and positively radiates EPA fuel economy numbers, it the ES 300h driving experi- reducing the switch from ac- with energy to the eye. It must reverses, and the 300h earns 44 ence. It was nice, but I don’t celerator to brake pedal while take some sophisticated CAD mpg Combined versus just 26 remember a thing. There is a braking, CAM to draw and build that. mpg for the 350. It’s up to you whole lot more insulation in Lexus’ midsize luxury se- Sharply drawn headlamp pods what’s more important, but of the floor, so you know it was dan is forced to compete with and jaunty corner air vents all course I’m hoping it’s the hy- a quiet week. The new model German, Swedish, American, contribute to the intense, sharp- brid. The hybrid’s EPA green (starting with the ’19) comes Korean, and other Japanese edged design. scores are a tidy 7 for Smog on a robust new chassis, allow- products. Lexus has carved out Inside, a large center screen and 9 for Greenhouse Gas. It’ll ing the engineers to better con- an enviable reputation now, makes it easy to use Apple Car- save you $3,000 in fuel costs trol noise and harshness as well so this better, more attractive, Play and deal with other ne- over five years versus the- av as finely tune the ride.- Sus and more feature-filled new cessities. Comfort is naturally erage car. pension changes have led to a ES 300h should do well in the expected and enjoyed within, It always amazes me that higher quality feel, as well—or market segment. With its high- while not mimicking German you can get a luxury car but so they tell me. er fuel economy, it is a more re- or American styling. You know then add so much to it. In this The hybrid control system sponsible citizen, as well. I’m it’s a Lexus by the touch pad case, my Atomic Silver test delivers more linear accelera- still waiting for the fully elec- The Mark Levinson audio and navigation sounds wonder- on the center console where car carried $10,945 worth of tion, reducing the tendency of tric one, though (ES 300e?). ful, and it had better for a $2,900 premium. San Leandro Times THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2020 7 LIFESTYLE

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The plant makes a beautiful ad- Pastry for 9-inch double- RHUBARB & Preheat the oven to 400°F. Being injured is hard enough, PT can help! dition to any garden with its huge, crust pie STRAWBERRY PIE In a medium bowl, toss the rhu- Every recovery needs a place to start, green, crinkly leaves, although it 3 large stalks of rhubarb, cut barb with 1/2 cup of sugar and the Let us be yours! flour. Pour into the pie shell. Bake does take up a lot of space. One into 1/2-inch chunks 1 cup sugar 1 cup sugar 3 cups rhubarb stalks cut caution about those leaves—they’re toxic. That’s why they’re removed 3 tablespoons flour into 1/2 inch pieces before the stalks show up in the 1 tablespoon butter, softened 1 cup strawberries, market. 2 eggs, beaten stemmed and sliced City of San Leandro’s Home Buy rhubarb that is firm, crisp 1 teaspoon grated orange 3 tablespoons quick-cooking and well-colored (pink or red), peel tapioca avoiding any stalks that are limp Earthquake Strengthening Course or pithy. 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Stir in cream, ( San Leandro, CA 94577 butter and nutmeg to blend. Pour Open: Wed. - Sun. 11am - 10pm/Closed Monday + Tuesday (510) 577-3405 over rhubarb in pie shell and bake For Birthdays, Parties & Banquet Information Call Us Today! 8 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2020 San Leandro Times Climate: City officials say wastewater treatment plant ‘at risk’ continued from front page Besides greenhouse gases, to come. as well as feel safe. the plan also assesses in what Flooding risk is greatest “Roads are terrible for bikes areas and in what ways San nearer the Bay, in neighbor- and electric scooters,” said anoth- Leandro is especially vulnerable hoods such as Mulford Gardens, er person who suggested greatly to climate change, and how to Marina Faire, Mission Bay and improving bike lanes. reduce that vulnerability. Heron Bay, according to the Electric shuttles throughout According to the city’s Vul- assessment. the community were suggest- nerability Assessment, posted The wastewater treatment ed by one group, and another at the meeting, we can expect to plant is at risk from bay shore suggested expanding the Link see more extreme heat days (of flooding and sea level rise, as are Shuttle in frequency and in the 90-degree temperatures or above) San Leandro’s industrial areas, areas it serves. in coming years, along with a 34 said the assessment. Bus transit can be hostile to percent increase in areas burned Extreme heat days, along seniors, another group said, in by wildfires in the Bay Area each with smoke from wildfires, poses that not all buses “kneel” to let on year, and temporary or permanent the most risk to seniors, poor less-mobile passengers, and some flooding of parts of San Leandro people and homeless people, the drivers don’t operate the mecha- from sea level rise in decades assessment said. nism even when it is available and clearly needed. Driving can be cheaper than using BART, another group said, making cost a barrier to greater Supervisor: Goolsby PHOTO BY MIKE McGUIRE use of BART. Shutting some streets to traf- A good crowd attended last Thursday’s meeting on San Leandro’s Climate Action Plan. wants more housing fic some days or all of the time continued from front page in statewide rent control that let was suggested. Those streets break even on the purchase within progress and challenges so far. natural gas in 2017 (the latest year general election ballot. landlords raise rents. would then become permanent five years rather than the current The city is on track to meet a for which figures were available) Efforts to reach Ms. Goolsby “I seek to prioritize building or temporary pedestrian malls. 10 to 15 years. state mandate of reducing green- than in 2005, but used more for this article were unsuccessful. multi-family unit housing and One group pointed out that To encourage thriftier use of house gas emissions 25 percent electricity. However, the city’s Goolsby’s website calls for apartments to keep up with our higher housing density would household resources, participants below 2005 levels by 2020, electricity was cleaner, with 33 “new energy, ideas, policies, rising population and also ensure enable more use of mass transit. suggested tool-sharing programs officials said. That target rises to percent coming from renewable improvement in oversight and that we have protections in place Housing stability would help, too, and fix-it days to promote do- a 40 percent reduction by 2030, sources in 2017 compared to 12 existing procedures and renewed for Alameda County natives to another group said. it-yourself repair of still-usable and to 80 percent by 2050. percent in 2015, officials said. collaborative practices” in county be able to move back to the cities Other suggestions involved appliances and other items. San Leandro’s biggest emis- The average San Leandran government. they are from,” she wrote. greener living in one’s house or One group suggested more sions source in San Leandro is threw away 39 percent less gar- It also calls for equitable Goolsby was a prominent apartment. There should be tax community exchange sites where cars and trucks. While these have bage in 2017, compared to 2005, plans for climate-resiliency, advocate for having Oakland credits for more recycling, while one can safely buy and sell goods gotten cleaner, people are driving according to the city. along with decreasing pollution Coliseum development plans another suggested bulk purchase often first found on the internet. more than in the past, limiting BART ridership in San from large stationary sources. be community-oriented with of solar panels and storage bat- Dr. Mok and other city offi- gains, according to Mok. Leandro was up 39 percent in 2017 On housing, Ms. Goolsby affordable housing rather than teries so that homeowners would cials reported on climate change An average house used less from 2005 levels, officials said. wants to close “any loopholes” see SUPERVISOR, page 16

VOTED BEST SWIM CLASSES BY BAY AREA PARENTS & PARENTS’ PRESS Lead: SLZ schools work to get the lead out continued from front page tary school in San Mateo had a as we can,” Marr said. level, but doctors have said even “One part per billion would drinking fountain with over 1,900 A state bond helps pay to that level is unacceptable,” said be great. That would make stu- ppb of lead, and a school in San remediate anything with a level CALPIRG spokeswoman Claudia dents’ I.Q.s rise. Thank you for Francisco had a water fountain above 15 ppb, but getting it below Deeg. She pointed out that the your time,” the fifth-graders said with 900 ppb, according to the the 5 ppb is a cost to the school American Academy of Pediatrics Where Swimming Happens to the school board. California Public Interest Re- district which is trying to do as said there should be no more that Lead has been linked to dam- search Group (CALPIRG). much as it can with the money 1 ppb in drinking water. l Indoor Swim during Fall & Winter Enroll With age to the central nervous system, The fifth graders who spoke available, Marr said. California state plumbing l Ages 6 Months thru Adult Us Anytime! learning disabilities, lower I.Q’s, at the school board meeting go to “I think we’re ahead of the code stopped allowing lead in wa- l Ideal for Children with Learning and other health problems. Lead Colonial Acres where all of the curve with the goal of getting it ter fixtures since 2010, Deeg said. Differences can get in the water from build- water fixtures are not over 1 ppb, down to non-detected or 1 ppb as CALPIRG is a citizen-funded We Have Taught Over 50,000 Individuals To Swim! ings with lead pipes or lead in but the students said they want we can,” Marr said. “My kids go organization that advocates for solder joints. that level for all of the schools in to district schools, so I want the public safety for the common (510) 331-6610 Lead contamination tends to the district. water as safe as everyone else.” good, pointing out things like 4621 JAMES AVE. • CASTRO VALLEY • (OFF REDWOOD ROAD) be worse when water sits in the The district replaced any Marr said the school district contaminates in food, overuse of WWW.PATTISSWIMSCHOOL.COM pipes, less when the water has fixtures that had lead levels not has been working with Stanford drugs for people and animals, or been running. just above 15 ppb, but corrected and CALPIRG and has been unsanitary conditions in factory California schools were re- anything above 5 ppb, said Doug installing new water bottle fillers farms. It also works for fair vot- SAVE UP TO 60% OFF quired to test their drinking water Marr, the district’s director of at the schools. er registration, reducing waste for lead by the summer of 2019. maintenance and operations. The California Public Interest and single-use plastics, building NLY • SOFAS YS O Lead was found in communities “We went a step further and Research Group has been follow- better and less wasteful transpor- 3 DA • SECTIONALS • SLEEPERS throughout the state, from cities did repairs on anything above 5 ing the lead levels in water. tation systems, and improving • CHAIRS to affluent suburbs. An elemen- ppb, to bring it as close to 1 ppb “The state follows the 15 ppb health care. • RECLINERS EVERYTHING • WALL UNITS • DINING • BEDROOMS IS ON SALE! • BEDDING Eight Elementary • ACCESSORIES Wilson Elementary Schools, Class of 2005 Unlimited Opportunities. “Make your house a Dupree’s home” EASY LAYAWAY & FINANCING AVAILABLE 47 1900 E. 14th St. • San Leandro Years Experience 357-3000 NOW ENROLLING www.Duprees-Furniture.com CREDIT WWW.SLUSD.US OPEN TUESDAY-FRIDAY 10AM-6PM • SATURDAY 10AM-5PM • CLOSED SUNDAY & MONDAY San Leandro Times THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2020 9 HEALTH & FITNESS 3 Ways Millennials Can Help Baby Boomer Parents Get Fit

By Jaime Brenkus ter culture, but for some those Special to the Times old habits may die hard and Aging baby boomers who water isn’t always their first neglect their health and fitness choice when thirst beckons. don’t just harm themselves. • Recommend they try Their lifestyles also affect strength training. The most ef- their adult children, who even- fective way to increase metab- tually could end up caring for olism and to help reverse the them – both financially and aging process is stimulating physically – as their health muscles by lifting challenging declines. weights to increase lean mus- Of course, that’s not the cle mass. More strength will How to Control only reason those adult chil- make daily life easier for them dren might feel concerned. giving them better balance They also like having mom so they will be less likely to your pH Level and and dad around, and want that fall. It also can strengthen the to continue for years to come. heart, and it makes them look So they have a vested inter- and feel younger. ing is combined with exercise their habits for eating, cook- Feminine Health est in encouraging their par- • Make sure they social- (playing tennis, taking regu- ing, shopping and fitness. And ents to get fit and stay fit. ize. This isn’t directly related lar walks with a friend), then even more importantly, it’s The vagina is a delicate eco- exercise clothing right after But young adults who to exercise, but studies have that’s all the better. about helping them to change system that must be maintained that run, bike or hike and if you cringe at their parents’ eating shown that people who are ac- Helping your parents adopt their thinking habits. at a normal pH of 3.8-4.5. Ev- douche afterwards, remember it and exercise habits may be re- tive socially are healthier and a healthier lifestyle is about Jaime Brenkus is a fitness eryday events like your period, can actually destroy the healthy luctant to broach the subject. live longer lives. If socializ- encouraging them to change coach for Evergreen Wellness. sex, soaps, certain medications pH balance. That's why it's How can they start such a and the water in a douche can important to restore normal pH conversation? And what are all change the vagina's natural right after. some suggestions for healthy balance because those elements 4) Be aware of BV. Symp- living their parents are likely have a pH of 7.5 or 8. When toms of a yeast infection can to put into practice? vaginal pH is disrupted, you include odorless and sometimes One thing that might be might experience burning, itch- thick discharge, itching and tempting, but probably won’t ing or an unpleasant odor. burning. Many women think work, is a harsh lecture. What to do? OB/GYN Dr. they have a yeast infection You don’t need to give them Mary Jane Minkin, Clinical when they have bacterial a sermon, but you should re- Professor in the Department of vaginosis (BV), an increase of mind them of how important Obstetrics, Gynecology and Re- “bad” bacteria, usually caused exercise and healthy eating productive Sciences at the Yale by unbalanced pH. Symptoms are, and how much you care University School of Medicine, of BV are often similar, but the about having them around for offers the following tips to discharge produced generally you and for the grandchildren. maintain good vaginal health on has an unpleasant odor. If you There is plenty of nutrition a daily basis: aren't sure whether you have and exercise advice that can 1) Eat and drink for health: BV or a yeast infection, see help older people. Here are a Drink plenty of water and your doctor for a proper diagno- few starter tips: cranberry juice, as it's good sis and solution. • Encourage them to drink for the bladder, and the acidity 5) Focus on the right pro- more water. This may sound helps balance pH levels to biotic. While there are yogurts basic, but not everyone drinks relieve UTI symptoms. Foods that add probiotics to promote as much water as they should high in sugar can increase the digestive health and immunity, – even though this is a healthy risk of yeast infections. So, no yogurts are shown to main- habit that’s simple to accom- avoid processed foods, alcohol tain vaginal health. RepHresh plish. and sugary drinks, and eat more Pro-B is different from other A CDC study, for example, fruits, veggies and whole grains probiotics, lactobacillus and revealed that 43 percent of to help prevent yeast issues and acidophilus products because it adults drink fewer than four UTIs. is clinically shown to provide cups of water a day and seven 2) Avoid irritating wipes healthy probiotic lactobacillus percent don’t drink any glass- and soaps. Most vaginal odor is that work to balance yeast and es of water at all. Presumably, not the result of poor hygiene. bacteria. With one capsule taken they get their fluids from other The secret is to keep the vaginal daily, you can help maintain beverages that have water in pH balanced, instead of just healthy vaginal flora. them. masking the problem with By following a few simple Baby boomers grew up scented soaps, fragrance sprays, tips, you can stay healthy, feel drinking a lot of soda and irritating wipes and pads that confident, and decrease the risk Kool-Aid. Later, they gradu- can be harmful to delicate tis- of issues like unpleasant odor ated to coffee and alcoholic Advertise Your Wellness Business on sue. Over-the-counter RepHresh or itch. beverages. Many of them have Gel keeps the pH balanced and - Brandpoint adapted to today’s bottled-wa- our Health and Fitness Page in the eliminates odor for up to three days. Lingering bacteria can San Leandro Times. cause odor too. If you douche, Since 1969 remember to balance pH imme- American Heart Month! diately after with RepHresh, or use their Clean Balance kit that includes a cleaning solution and Claudette Morrison: 510-912-1490 pH balancer all-in-one. NATURAL FOODS 3) Swap clothes after that % San Leandro Linda Nakhai: 510-915-1513 sweat session. Yeast infections 25 OFF 182 Pelton Center are common for avid exercisers (510) 483-3630 Mary Florence: 510-861-3270 because yeast tends to grow in Castro Valley warm, moist areas. Change out 3446 Village Dr. of wet bathing suits and tight (510) 581-0220 www.sanleandrotimes.com 10 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2020 San Leandro Times REALREAL ESTATEESTATE GALLERYGALLERY REAL ESTATE REALITY 275 Belleview Drive • San Leandro By Carl Medford, CRS GUEST COMMENTARY Special to the Times Curb Appeal Is Back hile the recent stellar curb appeal, times are Power wash the home to drought caused sig- a’changin and curb appeal has remove dirt, spider webs and nificant problems returned to buyer’s expecta- more. If your walkways and W across California, tions. driveway are in poor condition, it had at least one positive for With the height of the listing upgrades may be in order to local home sellers: since it was season still a few months away, enhance overall appearances. not recommended to water sellers still have time to whip If your mailbox has seen better lawns or landscaping, many their front yards into shape. days, consider replacing. homeowners let their flora Start by walking across the With only one chance to wither and, in many cases, die. street to get a “buyer’s eye” make a first impression, do Updated and Charming! Open Saturday & Sunday 1:00-4:00 It was therefore not uncom- view of the front yard. Ideally, everything necessary to ensure This single-level two-Bedroom, 1-Bath beauty would be very easy to live in. mon to spot listings featuring your yard should be amongst that potential buyers are not Conveniently located close to BART and several other forms of commuter brown lawns and minimal the best on the block. turned off before they get transportation. Some of the many amenities include Fresh Interior & landscaping. Some sellers went Develop a list of things that through the front door. Exterior Paint, Updated kitchen, Updated windows, Refinished hardwood so far as to plant signs on their need to be done and set a time- Carl Medford is a licensed floors, Gas Insert Fireplace, Newer Roof, Seismically Upgraded front lawn stating, “Brown is line for each activity. Land- Realtor with Keller Williams Foundation and more. Low maintenance landscaping that still allows the new green.” scaping takes time to develop, Realty and a licensed general for vegetable gardening and enjoying time on the expansive rear so get started now if you hope contractor. This article is spon- deck. Offered at $624,000. Even with the crisis firmly For more information, contact Michelle R. Miller, Associate Broker, of Compass at behind us, remnants linger to list in a few months. sored by the Central County 510-701-3442. BRE# 01012751 as many homes still feature If your home has a lawn Marketing Association. patchwork lawns and spotty that needs some love, visit vegetation. While we might local nurseries to get treatment have used the “drought” excuse recommendations or hire a in the past to justify less-than- lawn expert to get things back Not Too Late to Prune Roses in shape. You might need to completely replace your lawn if By Buzz Bertolero more than likely burn the foli- PLEASE it is beyond repair. Special to the Times age. The dormant spray cleans Trim bushes, weed flower I’ve just pruned my up overwintering spores but RECYCLE beds, replace bender boards, roses. There was lots does not affect preventing the ensure automatic irrigation is in of new growth, so I diseases later in the year. Q just thinned them a It would help if you cleaned good shape, plant new bushes and flowers as required and bit and removed the deadwood. up any of the debris that has spread mulch around the green- Should they be sprayed with a accumulated under the bushes. ery for a bright, fresh look. dormant spray? I’ve had black Rust, mildew, and black spot Another option to consider is spot in previous years and some are all types of air-borne fungus replacing the traditional lawn mildew, so I’d like to prevent that infects roses when moisture and greenery with drought-re- them this year. remains on the foliage after the sistant low maintenance land- sunset. PROPERTY scaping and hardscape. It’s not too late to They’re all serious problems MANAGEMENT & With the vegetation under prune roses. The only when the rainy season extends REAL ESTATE SALES control, turn to the structure adverse effect from into late April. You’ll need to be Apruning late is you’ll delay itself. The front and garage pro-active with your fungicide Sam & Jessica doors, shutters and trim should flowering. Based on what you to keep the rose leaves pristine. Medina be in good shape and freshly did, I’m not sure that this will While there are many fungi- 510.481.8400 painted as required. You might be an issue. cides available to control these consider replacing doors to up- It is too late to apply dormant problems, none of them will Fungicides must be applied bushes. “Your Neighbor & Realtor!” grade the home’s appearance. spray. 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Flowering trees are usually pruned after RECENT HOME SALES they finish flowering. AYou can undoubtedly prune it Castro Valley ———————— now, but you only reduce the 4106 David Street 94546: $620,000 3 BD - 1,059 SF - 1948 color show you waited all year 4037 Berdina Road 94546: $950,000 3 BD - 1,560 SF - 1972 for. TOTAL SALES: 2 How far back you prune the LOWEST AMOUNT: $620,000 MEDIAN AMOUNT: $785,000 branches on a flowering cherry HIGHEST AMOUNT: $950,000 AVERAGE AMOUNT: $785,000 is a judgment call on your San Leandro ———————— part. It could be several inches 24 Dutton Avenue 94577: $585,000 2 BD - 994 SF - 1924 or feet. The bottom of the 16263 Miramar Place 94578: $680,000 3 BD - 1,525 SF - 1985 branches can be uninformed, 862 Barri Drive 94578: $738,000 3 BD - 1,480 SF - 1955 TOTAL SALES: 3 LOWEST AMOUNT: $585,000 MEDIAN AMOUNT: $600,000 HIGHEST AMOUNT: $735,000 AVERAGE AMOUNT: $667,666 San Lorenzo ———————— PLEASE 655 Via Manzanas 94580: $635,000 3 BD - 1,134 SF - 1947 1909 Keller Avenue 94580: $705,000 3 BD - 1,252 SF - 1955 TOTAL SALES: 2 LOWEST AMOUNT: $635,000 MEDIAN AMOUNT: $670,000 RECYCLE HIGHEST AMOUNT: $705,000 AVERAGE AMOUNT: $670,000

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CITY SAT SUN ADDRESS PRICE BDR./BA. REALTOR AGENT PHONE A 1-4 1-4 275 Belleview Dr. $624,000 2/1 Compass RE Michelle Miller 510-701-3442 C — 1-4 19135 Schuster Ave. $859,000 3/2.5 Alliance Realty Mike Brisco 510-551-8583 O — 1-4 5277 Manila Ave. $980,000 3/1 Re/Max Accord RE Lovewell Team 510-351-5555 C 1-4 1-4 4886 Proctor Rd. $1,449,000 3/2 Re/Max Accord RE Leslie Peterson 510-697-1209 F — 1-4 1235 Deer Rd. N/A 2/1 J. Rockcliff RE Kristy Peixoto 925-251-2536 5277 Manila Drive • Oakland • $980,000 One-Line Open Home Listings run Wednesdays in the Castro Valley Forum (22,500 circ.) Come see this darling bungalow, with loads of period details, in the fantastic Rockridge area. The up- and Thursdays in the San Leandro Times (38,500 circ.) for $25. stairs features a living room, dining room, spacious kitchen, 2 bedrooms, updated bathroom & bonus For more information and a listing form, Call 614-1558. DEADLINE: TUESDAY AT NOON. room off of the kitchen. The downstairs basement has a laundry room, bonus bathroom, and 2 bonus A = SAN LEANDRO • B = BERKELEY • C = CASTRO VALLEY • D = DUBLIN • F = FREMONT • H = HAYWARD rooms alongside the deep tandem garage. The home also features built-in cabinets, freshly painted in- CITY GUIDE L = LIVERMORE • M = MODESTO • O = OAKLAND • SLZ = SAN LORENZO • W = WALNUT CREEK • Z=ALAMEDA terior, new laminate floors downstairs, and refinished hardwood floors- up stairs. Enjoy the cozy deck that overlooks the lush, private backyard with All real estate advertised in the San Leandro Times is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any citrus trees and other well-established landscaping. Within walking distance preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, marital status, national origin, or intention to make to BART, wonderful shops and restaurants - you will love the location! any such preference, limitation or discrimination. The San Leandro Times will not knowingly accept any advertisement for real estate that is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. Open houses Sundays 3/1 and 3/8 from 1-4pm. For more information contact The Lovewell Team, of Re/Max Accord, at (510)351-5555. 14 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2020 San Leandro Times

of Update: Englander Pets theWeek Pub Closing this Week The Englander Pub in down- Englander just didn’t renew their town San Leandro will close this lease when it was up on Dec. 31. week with a going-away party The business owners had on Saturday. been trying to sell the business. In the story last week on Scribner said they had a potential the Parrott Street pub (“En- buyer about two years ago, but it glander to Close Next Week,” was someone with no restaurant Feb. 20, 2020) the property owner experiences. couldn’t be reached before the The pub has been a down- newspaper went to press. town fixture and meeting place Mr. Badger But since then, property own- of many local civic clubs for the PHOTO BY RUSS WRIGHT er Rob Scribner said that the past 25 years. He loves snacking on cilantro, current business owners of The The San Leandro band Stereo Stereo Freakout to Play timothy hay and an occasional Freakout will play the going away Harry Pawter piece of fruit. Become a Hayward party on Saturday at 2 p.m. Englander Farewell Party Mr. Badger, named for his – By Jim Knowles The Pets of the Week at the handsome badger-like coloring, is Softball Umpire Stereo Freakout – George Rider, Dave Jones, Jym Murry, Hayward Animal Shelter, 16 a sweet bunny who is good with Mike Henika and Nick Rousto – will play at 2 p.m. this Sat- Barnes Court in Hayward, are handling. He loves lounging on his The Hayward Softball Um- urday at the farewell party for The Englander, 101 Parrott Harry Pawter the bunny and Mr. bed and snacking on greens, hay pires Association is recruiting St. Shark Punch and Altered Egos are also on the bill. Badger the bunny. and an occasional piece of apple. year-round to work paid Hayward Correction Harry Pawter is a friendly, For more information on Area Recreation and Park District In Gene L. Osofsky’s col- silly bunny who is sure to enchant Harry Pawter or Mr. Badger, call (HARD) softball games – men’s, umn, “New Law Makes Big you. He’s quite laid-back and the Hayward Animal Shelter at women’s and co-ed slow pitch. HARD to Host Meetings Changes to IRAs,” on page likes to relax and take it easy. 510-293-7200. The umpires association trains 9 of last week’s San Leandro On Castro Valley Parks all age groups. It’s a great way to Times, the paragraph “Stretch earn some extra money. For more The Hayward Area Recre- Castro Valley. The meetings will IRA’s Still Available For Cer- Eden Hosting Cancer Support information, call the association’s ation and Park District is holding have the same information so that tain Beneficiaries” should have educational director at 510-586- two meetings to gather feedback residents may choose to attend Yoga Workshop this Evening read: The “stretch option” is 8592 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. from residents about Castro Val- one at their convenience. still permitted for the following ley parks and facilities. The first HARD Capital Bond staff Eden Medical Center, 20101 ways to fight fatigue and restore beneficiaries: (1) the surviving meeting will be held on Saturday, along with the project consultants Lake Chabot Road in Castro strength and balance. If you are spouse of the account owner; Feb, 29, from 10:30 a.m. to noon will present the program which Valley, is offering quarterly going through cancer treatments, DeerCreek (2) Children of the owner, at the Castro Valley Library, 3600 will include several hands-on cancer workshops. The Gentle are on the road to recovery, or are but only until they reach age Norbridge Ave. in Castro Valley; interactive tables to share infor- Restorative Yoga workshop will a caregiver, this class is for you. Traditional Services 18; (3) Disabled persons; (4) and the second meeting will mation and to obtain opinions and be held today (Thursday) from Madelyn Kimball is a certified at a Fraction Chronically Ill persons, and (5) be held on Wednesday, March ideas for facility improvements. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Learn how yoga trainer and will share her of the Cost Beneficiaries not more than 10 4, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the For more information about breathing and gentle movements knowledge in this free workshop. years younger than the account Cremation Services Kenneth C. Aitken Community HARD and the capital bond proj- promote healing and restores the Registration is encouraged by owner.” Center, 18988 Lake Chabot Road, ects, visit www.HaywardRec.org. body. It is also one of the best calling 925-933-0107. JAY SPENCER 40+ Years Experience Castro Valley LOCAL DEATHS Dublin 510-317-7890 TIMES OBITUARIES may be submitted online at ebpublishing.com, emailed to [email protected] FD 1505 FDK 651 or faxed to 510-483-4209. Please include your phone number. For further assistance, call 510-614-1555. Fortunato (“Fordie”) Serving Families In Our Community ServingWith Compassion Families In Our And Community Service Excellence With Compassion and Service Excellence Joseph Ramirez Sara L. Ennor Wayne D. Martinelli July 28, 1949 - February 1, 2020 It is with great sadness that we Wayne D. Martinelli, 74, announce his sudden passing on LAWYER passed away peacefully at his February 1, 2020. He was 70 years old. home in Pleasanton surrounded by He will be lovingly remembered his family on Monday, February and desperately missed by his Mother, SanSan Leandro Leandro Funeral Home 17, 2020 after a courageous battle Lucy Ramirez, his Daughter, Stacey ■ Wills & Trusts with cancer. 407 Estudillo Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577 Gregg, Son-in-Law, Donny Gregg Funeral Home He was born to Dan and (Grandchildren Tiersa Gregg and D. (510)407 483 Estudillo - 5300 | www.sanleandro-fh.com Ave., ■ Frances Martinelli on August 11, San Leandro, CA 94577 Benefits, ERISA J. Gregg), brother Anthony Ramirez Formerly Guerrero Mortuary 1945. He grew up in San Leandro (niece, Analisa Ramirez and nephew, 510.483.5300 ■ QDROs and graduated from San Leandro High in 1965. AJ Ramirez) and his long-time www.sanleandro-fh.comHABLAMOS ESPAÑOL Wayne was the proud owner of Dan Martinelli Poultry companion and fiancée, Dot Jessup. (Formerly Guerrero Mortuary) Co., a family business founded by his beloved father in Serving All Faiths He was predeceased in death by his wife, Pamela Ramirez 1946. He began working with his father at the age of 15 in 1989. He was a resident of Washington Manor in San • Large Chapel and worked diligently until his retirement in 2017. He was • Reception Room & KitchenetteFD 442 Leandro. the longest serving member of the UFCW Butchers Union, Fordie was born on July 28, 1949 in Denver, Colorado to 510-633-9985 52 years. Lucy and Ford Ramirez. His family relocated to California 3.375x4-San-Leandro-display-location-ad.indd 1 9/13/12 9:31 AM Wayne was an avid golfer and enjoyed spending time FD 442 in 1956 in order to take advantage of better employment with friends and family. opportunities. Fordie graduated from Marina High School He touched many lives with his kind and generous spirit in 1967. Fordie worked 50 years as a Union Stagehand and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was a (I.A.T.S.E., Local No. 107, Oakland, CA). He worked at the beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Oakland Coliseum for most of those years, including working SANTOS-ROBINSON MORTUARY Wayne is preceded in death by his parents Dan and for Oakland A’s Baseball, Oakland Raider’s and the Golden Supporting Local Churches and Families for Over 80 Years Frances Martinelli, and his son Brent Martinelli. State Warriors. He is survived by his loving daughter Stacy Phelps of Fordie cherished his daily visits with his Mom, he enjoyed FUNERAL AND CREMATION Turlock, CA, his two beautiful granddaughters, Courtney PROFESSIONALS FAMILY staying at his Campsite in Avery and riding his Harley. He OWNED and Ashleigh Phelps, his sister Jeanette Parks, and niece also enjoyed working in his garden. He was family oriented Traditional Services • Cremation Options and nephew, Wendy and Scott Parks. and enjoyed spending his time with his longtime fiancée Dot Pre-Arrangements Friends and family are invited to a visitation on Jessup. Serving All Faiths and Cultures Wednesday, February 26, 2020 from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. and a At Fordie’s request, there will be no services. He will funeral service on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at 10 a.m. be interred at Lone Tree Cemetery in Hayward. Memorial at Graham-Hitch Mortuary, 4167 First St. in Pleasanton. donations should be made to Tony LaRussa’s Animal 510-483-0123 Burial to follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery, 3873 East Rescue Foundation (ARF), Walnut Creek. www.santos-robinson.com Ave., Livermore. CA LIC. FD-81 San Leandro Times THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2020 15 OPINION

control over it and the Oversight Com- (SF Chronicle), have been proposed to It is really short-sighted to pretend mittee was only informed of it after improve traffic flows into and out of that we can run the SF area economy LETTERS to the EDITOR it occurred. California has since put a SF. Neither of these ideas will really with a single bridge opened in 1937. stop to this practice after some districts work. It’s obvious where it should go. Letters must include the writer’s name, address and phone number, and must became insolvent. A better idea is a second bridge with Start by bringing the I-280 stub be under 300 words. We reserve the right to edit as necessary. E-mail letters to: They tell us there is more to do. a second set of BART tracks leaving down King St. in SF, continue into [email protected] or fax to: 510-483-4209, or send by mail to: The Editor, They want more than the past two the West Oakland BART station onto the Bay and across to the 7th Street San Leandro Times, 2060 Washington Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577. facilities bonds combined. So what are the new bridge. peninsula in Oakland hooking up with we getting for the money? This would give us two new ways I-880 and I-980. ‘Continue the Progress’ facility improvements, we are required Student achievement is mired in to cross the Bay at a cost far less than That land is owned by the Port of Editor: to raise money locally through bonds mediocracy. If you think your property building a separate tunnel and a sepa- Oakland so there should be none of After not investing in our local first. value will be increased by Measure N, rate new bridge. the usual problems associated with public schools for nearly 40 years, we Many of our school buildings are consider that it’s not the quality of the We clearly need a second bridge eminent domain. as a community began to make signif- much older than buildings in other facilities that improve property values, to cut these horrible commutes every It’s time for both a second bridge icant investments in our schools two neighboring school districts and it is it’s the quality of the education. By day and to serve as a backup in case and a second set of BART tracks. Let’s decades ago. This has helped make our time that we invest in upgrading them. all metrics we’ve seen no appreciable something catastrophic happens to the get on with it. community safer and more prosperous We have the power to continue improvement. current bridge. —Don Siefkes, San Leandro by attracting and retaining families in improving and rehabilitating many of Don’t we have a right to demand San Leandro. our facilities through this school bond something for $58,000 per student? All San Leandrans should take pride to ensure our students have access to Until they are accountable – tell them in what has been accomplished. We the quality of education all students N means NO! INQUIRING REPORTER have built a new elementary school, deserve. —Steve Parker, San Leandro performing arts center, academic wings Some of the necessary projects the ‘Out-of-Control Spending’ What’s your favorite TV show? at our middle schools, and the Fred Measure N Bond is funding will in- T. Korematsu campus at San Leandro clude building a new Engineering and Editor: — Asked at Estudillo Center on MacArthur Boulevard High. Science Labs at the High School, re- On March 3, all San Leandrans All of our schools meet modern sei- placing aging classroom portables with should vote no on Measure N and smic safety standards and classrooms permanent buildings at all schools, and put an end to the local out-of-control have been modernized, even at those replacing old windows with energy spending. schools over 100 years old. efficient windows. The school district is just as incom- A show called “A Million Little Measure N will continue this prog- Yes, it costs money. Construction petent as city government in managing Things.” It’s about a group of ress. It specifically will complete the costs continue to increase exponential- its finances. During the last bond issue, friends who come together and work identified in a comprehensive ly every year and putting off the neces- the school district willingly sold high support each other. assessment of the facility needs of the sary renovations will only increase our interest bonds in order to benefit from district. tax burden in the future. lower construction costs at the time. Sherry Silva Projects include replacing the If we provide future San Leandro The interest costs quickly spiraled San Leandro remaining portable classrooms with generations with better, more modern and totaled far more than any possible new, permanent classrooms, repairing facilities, we are supporting an even construction savings. deteriorating roofs, plumbing and more competitive environment for San Basic math should be required to electrical systems, upgrading campus Leandro students to focus their efforts run local finances and clearly the security systems and replacing aging on academic achievements. If we wish school district can’t be trusted to do classroom windows with new, energy to keep and attract families in San this well. I liked Martin Lawrence’s efficient windows. Leandro that seek the best education The school district also claims that show. He had a sitcom and it Measure N will also enable our for their children, we need to support building new fancy buildings will help was very funny. schools to receive matching funds for Measure N to renovate and improve retain teachers. 10 percent of the high school construction and modernization our schools. school alone is composed of students Leesa Hogan from the state. We support our community, and from Oakland and Hayward. The San Leandro Please join me in voting Yes on Mea- invite you to strengthen it by support- families of these kids from Oakland sure N. ing our schools. Vote Yes on Measure and Hayward don’t pay property taxes, —Stephen Cassidy N for Schools! which lowers the average amount Former Mayor of San Leandro —Lesley Feikert & Shane Wash- spent per San Leandro student. burn, Alan & Jill Stowe, Jill Rai- Instead of frivolously spending on ‘The Voracious School System’ mondi, Chris Deng, Ruben Guer- new buildings, the school district must Editor: rero, Nicole Hunter-Maes, Heidi learn to do more with less like the rest I like the History Channel’s Just as I said, more bond measures Klopfer, Jodie & John Marquez, of us have to. Let’s make San Leandro shows about how the coun- for schools are on the ballot, three of San Leandro schools great again by doing the hard try grew and who we are. I them this time! How many times have work and not wasting any more tax- think it’s interesting. we had to pony up more and more ‘A Staggering Debt’ payer money. money for schools to fix that same Editor: —Ricardo Trigueros, San Leandro Gricel Lam roof which needs repair? I have heard As an architect who spent my career San Leandro this time and again as the excuse to assisting school districts around the Apology to My Great Grandkids dig into my pocket even more for Bay with facility improvements and Editor: the schools. Haven’t we fixed that spent a couple of years on the San My concern is that when you roof four times already with previous Leandro Bond Oversight Committee, get to my age after the turn of the bonds, assessments, etc.? I must ask all of you, especially those century, the environmental effects of San Leandro, we need to push back who display those ubiquitous Measure the current policies under the Trump It would probably be “When Calls the against the very voracious school sys- N signs, to think about what you are administration — if allowed to contin- Heart” on Hallmark. It’s stories about tem and not let them push us into pov- happy to promote. Knowing more ue — will be extremely devastating at a small town in the olden days, just erty. If we look at what is being given should give you pause. that time, as he is undoing all the good nice, heartfelt stories. I’m a Hallmark to schools already, it is staggering. 40 The San Leandro School Board is environmental policies of the former girl. I like happy endings. percent of the state’s budget goes to asking those of us who pay property administrations and enacting destruc- schools. Then we get to the county, the taxes here to take on a staggering tive policies instead. Virginia Gibbs city, many other taxes, bonds. This is debt, for improvements that are likely Melting glaciers causing rising San Leandro insanity. needed. But if passed, the debt will be sea levels, severe droughts, extreme No more raiding of our home values half a billion dollars! That is $58,000 weather causing wildfires being more and bank accounts. Vote No on Mea- per pupil! intense and longer burning, infec- sures 13, C, and N! Unfortunately, the backers don’t tious diseases becoming much more —Corey Anderson, San Leandro want you reminded that they took the common — it’s not a world I would roughly $200,000 we provided the want to live in, nor to have my great Without a doubt, “Seinfeld.” ‘Renovate and Improve’ District before and through the use of grandchildren live in. I still watch it. I’ve seen Editor: CABs (Capital Appreciation Bonds) Soon it will be too late to shift every show five times. I like We are writing to request communi- caused that debt to expand to over course on this failing trajectory. George Costanza. ty support for Measure N on the March $300,000. CABs are like a loan against —Leonard Rogers, San Leandro Mike Gilman 3 election ballot. We are parents that the expected bond funds but with an San Lorenzo believe in quality public education for extremely high interest rate. Another Bay Bridge all children in San Leandro. In order Because the school district could not Editor: for our district to receive matching be patient, we now owe far more than Recently, a dedicated bus lane (Rep. funds from the state for much needed we voted to provide them. We had no Bonta), and a second BART tunnel, 16 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2020 San Leandro Times Quilt: On the way to Golden Gate Park Two San Leandro continued from front page Mall in Washington, D.C. later High Wrestlers that year. The quilt had grown to 1,920 panels, each eight feet by Make State Meet eight feet. The Golden Gate Park dis- Two San Leandro High coach Yubini Barrera. play will feature the 1,920 most School wrestlers have qualified Last year, Ivy was eliminat- recently sewn panels. for the state tournament that ed by Sam Wade from Foothill “By highlighting the most re- will start today (Thursday) in High School who he beat for cent panels, we hope to show the Bakersfield. third place on Saturday to qual- current state of HIV deaths and Callan Ivy is a senior on the ify for the state tournament, remind the nation of the ongoing boys wrestling team, and Kendall Barrera said. and immediate toll that AIDS is Branchaud is a sophomore on the Branchaud is a sophomore taking today, nearly 40 years after girls wrestling team, who has varsity wrestler who has qual- this scourge began,” said Jones. qualified for the state tourney for ified for the state tournament The April showing will be the second time. back-to-back years. Last year at the largest ever in San Francisco, Ivy is a four-year varsity 170 pounds and this year at 150 where the quilt began, according wrestler. He just missed making pounds, said Barrera. She had a to the National AIDS Memorial the state tourney in his last two 1-2 record at the state meet last group. Outdoor displays of the years, said Pirates wrestling year as a freshman. quilt are rare, as it takes some 400 volunteers to lay it out and weath- er conditions can change rapidly, endangering the quilt. Volunteers are trained in emergency rain fold Supervisor: Miley procedures that can protect the PHOTO BY MIKE McGUIRE entire quilt in under 45 seconds Panels from the AIDS Quilt are samples of the quilt in storage in San Leandro that will if the weather changes. go on display in Golden Gate park in April. says housing key issue Two of the quilt’s co-found- ciency viruses (there are two ual men being the largest group Francisco, along with Repre- continued from page 8 22-23 in San Jose. ers, Mike Smith and Gert Mc- varieties), is the underlying cause among those with new diagnoses. sentative John Lewis of Atlanta being business-oriented with Miley has also been active Mullin, also spoke at the event. of AIDS, acquired immune defi- The quilt had originally been and Barbara Lee of Oakland, higher-end housing. She has in senior citizen concerns, hav- They were joined by San Francis- ciency syndrome. kept in San Francisco, but was the announced that the quilt would called for “an authentic Oakland ing founded and still serving as co Recreation and Parks Director The epidemic persists despite victim of rapidly escalating rents move from the NAMES Project neighborhood that preserves our president of United Seniors of Phil Ginzberg, who urged people advances in treatment, according that caused it to move in 2001 to Foundation in Atlanta to the Bay cultural fabric and our diversity.” Oakland and Alameda County. to come see the quilt and remind- to the group. Some 1.1 million quarters in Atlanta that were both Area under the stewardship of the Miley was first elected to the “The senior tsunami is upon ed them that there were also 149 Americans are living with the less expensive and closer to the National AIDS Memorial. Board of Supervisors in 2000, us,” he said, referring to the many other events celebrating Golden disease, and more than 15,000 shifting epicenter of the disease, The National AIDS Memo- following 10 years as an Oakland Baby Boomers now at retirement Gate Park’s 150 years. people died of AIDS-related according to media accounts at rial Grove, in Golden Gate Park, city councilman. age, “and we have to be ready.” “The face of HIV and AIDS complications in 2017 alone. the time. became the nation’s only feder- Miley said this record in of- “People should be able to live has changed drastically since the While San Francisco recorded fice gives four main reasons he and age in a dignified way, with pandemic devastated communi- In November 2019, House ally-designated National AIDS less than 200 new infections Speaker Nancy Pelosi of San Memorial in 1996. thinks people should re-elect him. respect,” he said. ties across the United States and last year, a huge drop from the He cited homelessness and Miley has faced a number of San Francisco nearly 40 years height of the epidemic, across housing, working to end illegal controversies in his time in office. ago,” said John Cuningham, ex- the country some 38,000 received Auditions for Matilda, dumping, working to improve life These include appointing ecutive director of the National an HIV diagnosis in 2016, with the Musical in Newark for seniors, and his accessibility campaign contributors to the AIDS Memorial. half of those in the south and to constituents. Castro Valley Municipal Advi- HIV, human immunodefi- African-American gay and bisex- Stage 1 Theatre in Newark at Newark Memorial High School Miley was a big supporter of sory Committee, which makes seeks boys and girls to perform on Saturdays and on two evenings Measure A1, which has added recommendations about the un- this summer in the musical, a week beginning May 18. After 3,000 units of affordable hous- incorporated community to the Matilda, the Musical. Auditions June 15, rehearsals will be held ing to Alameda County since its Board of Supervisors. will be held on Sunday and Mon- four nights a week. Performanc- passage in 2016. He was one of two super- WOMEN IN BUSINESS day, March 1 and March 2, from es will run from July 11 to July Miley has pushed for a navi- visors to oppose changes in Appearing March 18 (CVF) and 19 (SLT) 6 to 9 p.m. at Newark Memorial 26. Casting four boys and four gation center and safe car parking the anti-terrorism Urban Shield High School. Sign up for audi- girls who appear to be between 7 on county land, and worked to police training program, accused tions on the website: stage1the- and 12 years old. Looking for a prevent displacement of people of militarizing the police. The Here is your chance to tell your career atre.org. Rehearsals will be held diverse cast. from their homes and rapidly board majority voted last March success in picture and story in the San rehousing people if they are dis- to refocus the training toward Leandro Times. These special pages pay placed, he said. disaster preparedness. 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