The Coast News, May 1, 2026

Official stays put in role

Houbeck survives local removal effort

By Cameron Adams

ENCINITAS — The Encinitas City Council decided to leave a member of the Urban Forestry Advisory Committee in his current appointment, despite calls for his removal from many members of the public and a council member.

Steven Houbeck was nominated to the committee during a Feb. 11 City Council meeting. He was selected to serve a partial term, set to end March 1, 2027, while all other appointees from that meeting will serve until 2029.

Shortly after his appointment, Houbeck shared a post on Facebook at approximately 10 p.m. on Feb. 13 that led to both a public apology and calls for his removal from the committee.

In the post, he referenced an email from San Dieguito Union High School District Superintendent Anne Staffieri that included video of a Black History Month event hosted by the Black Student Union at Canyon Crest Academy.

Houbeck wrote that the “video shows numerous scenes of blacks dressed in tribal gear banging on drums.”

He later clarified online that he was concerned the superintendent was being “derogatory towards the black community” and “exhibiting soft racism” by not mentioning more modern accomplishments such as those by musician Prince, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas or “Mr. Padre” Tony Gwynn.

“It’s racist for the Left to denigrate accomplished Blacks beTURN TO OFFICIAL ON 29

Death still unclear

Dead whale floats off Encinitas coast

By City News Service

ENCINITAS — A whale initially believed to have been beached was confirmed dead Monday, floating about 400 yards off the coast of San Elijo State Beach.

Lifeguards were dispatched early in the morning to tow the carcass out to sea with assistance from California State Parks. Officials advised beachgoers to exercise caution before entering the water for several days, as at least one shark was spot-

ted engaging the whale’s carcass during the tow. The whale’s cause of death was unclear.

A whale carcass washed ashore at Grandview Beach in Encinitas in July 2016 after drifting along the Southern California coast for weeks. The humpback whale, nicknamed “Wally,” had previously been towed out to sea multiple times by lifeguards in Los Angeles and Orange counties before floating south.

SDAY, MAY 7, 20 OM 5:30-8:30 PM

Supporting Local Growers and Artisan Producers for 33 Years

The State Street Farmers Market is, at its heart, a fresh-air grocery store—one built around quality, community, and connection. Here, you’ll nd an abundant selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, along with meat, sh, cheese, eggs, nuts, and honey. And yes, even fresh owers and plants. Complementing these staples are artisan food vendors o ering everything from bread and granola to yogurt, bone broth, fudge, cookies, and other delicious treats.

Now in its 33rd year, the State Street Farmers Market has become a cornerstone of the Carlsbad community. This weekday market proudly supports certi ed growers and artisan producers while making fresh, high-quality food more accessible. It’s an outdoor grocery store designed for ease— where you can shop for unique, thoughtfully produced foods all in one place.

What truly sets the market apart is its people. Many vendors have been part of the market for more than 20 years, creating a strong, family-friendly community rooted in trust and consistency. The market is also carefully curated to ensure a diverse mix of o erings, so each visit brings something new to discover.

Sustainability is central to the market’s mission. Shoppers can nd a wide selection of organic produce, along with products grown using regenerative agriculture practices that work in harmony with nature. The market is also proudly single-use plastic free, with vendors o ering paper or compostable bags and encouraging reusable totes.

Beyond the essentials, the market features standout specialties that keep customers coming back. Beverage vendors o er an impressive range—from kombucha and fresh almond milk to vibrant green drinks—each available in a variety of refreshing avors. And our shmonger is second to none, bringing a premium selection each week, from salmon and line-caught sh to shell sh and house-made ceviche.

For those looking to simplify mealtime, the market’s hot food vendors o er a wide variety of international cuisine. With ready-to-enjoy options for every palate, bringing home dinner from the farmers market is both easy and delicious. Farmers markets play an essential role in strengthening local communities. They support small farms and businesses, keep dollars circulating locally, and create a space where neighbors can connect. They also provide access to fresher food while promoting environmentally responsible practices—o ering a chance to slow down and engage with the people behind your food.

The State Street Farmers Market is open weekly from 2:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in the heart of Carlsbad Village on State Street at Grand Avenue. Whether you’re shopping for the week or picking up dinner, there’s always something fresh waiting for you.

Authorities investigate death of Carlsbad skater

By Jordan P. Ingram CARLSBAD — New

details from the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office are clarifying early witness accounts in the death of a 37-year-old Carlsbad woman found earlier this month in the backcountry near Big Sur, as investigators continue to examine what authorities are calling a suspicious death.

Joanna Ruth Shields was discovered on April 9 along the Pine Ridge Trail near Sykes Hot Springs in the Ventana Wilderness area of the Los Padres National Forest after a group of hikers reported finding her body, face down and without clothes, in a small body of water, according to sheriff’s officials.

Along with the Monterey County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue team, California State Parks, California Highway Patrol’s H70 Air Unit and CalFire assisted in the retrieval of Shields’ body.

In the days following the discovery, several hikers who encountered the scene spoke to the media and described a gash on Shields’ head and what they believed were ligature marks around her neck, raising questions about the circumstances surrounding her death.

“I didn’t see any blood. She was pale. She had markings around her neck. I don’t want to say, you know, choking marks, but when the firefighter lifted the jacket, he confirmed she had a big gash on her head,” hiker Gabe Holmes told media outlets.

However, the Sheriff’s Office has since said these observations may have been misinterpreted.

“Some of the marks found on the decedent’s body that were described by one of the hikers were found to be consistent with injuries caused by insects,” sheriff’s Cmdr. Andres Rosas said in an email to The Coast News this week, spe-

cifically relating to hikers’ comments about apparent markings on Shields’ neck.

Authorities said that no official cause or manner of death has been determined, and toxicology results — which could take six to eight weeks or longer — are still pending. However, Rosas confirmed the case continues to be investigated as a suspicious death.

The clarification from law enforcement marks the latest development in a case that has drawn widespread attention, in part due to details shared by witnesses shortly after the discovery of Shields’ body.

Early witness accounts quickly circulated online, prompting speculation about possible foul play.

Rosas cautioned that

such observations can be misleading, particularly in outdoor environments where natural processes can alter a body’s condition.

“Sometimes what somebody believes they are seeing is not what it appears to be,” authorities previously told news outlets, underscoring the importance of relying on forensic analysis in death investigations.

Investigators have released few details about Shields’ death. No arrests have been made, and officials have said there is no known threat to the public.

“We have not released any other details as we do not want to compromise our investigation,” Rosas said.

The Sheriff’s Office also has not publicly confirmed other aspects of witness

accounts, including statements from hikers who reported encountering a man who claimed to have been with Shields on the morning of her death.

The man, who identified himself to a group

also issued a statement on social media:

“Our family is grieving the loss of our youngest, our sweet Joanna, who died in a tragic backpacking accident last week. For those who knew and loved her, we are

love for the outdoors and skateboarding. She worked as a brand ambassador for Evolve Skateboards USA in Oceanside and was known in the local skating community for encouraging women to skate.

Evolve Skateboards’ founder and director, Jeff Anning, told The Coast News that he met Shields several years ago on group rides and quickly became friends with her as she became a fixture in the local skating and e-skating community.

“She was passionate about skating and community — just a great human,” Anning said.

of backpackers as Shields’ friend, reportedly said that she had gone to a nearby river area before he later found her face down in the water, according to media reports. The hikers added that the man, whose name has not been made public, appeared visibly shaken.

“Scared, nervous, like shocked — his face just, like, numb and dull,” hiker John Heerema told NBC7.

Hiker Luke Heerema said the group asked the man what had happened.

“(The man said Joanna) went to the bathroom. She was cleaning herself off in the river around 10:30 a.m., and he went looking for her and then just saw her face down in the water, naked,” Luke Heerema said.

Authorities have not publicly verified this version of events.

Shields, whose remains were identified on April 13 by Monterey County Sheriff-Coroner Tina Nieto, was the youngest of 12 siblings, according to family members. Her sister, Claudia Robinson, described her as “a bright, radiant light” in a social media post shared after learning of her death.

“We’re all in different stages of grief as we attempt to process such a devastating blow to our hearts,” Robinson wrote. “(Joanna’s) absence on this Earth will have a profound effect on countless numbers who had the opportunity to encounter her beautiful spirit.”

Shields’ family, owners of Vinaka Café in Carlsbad,

sending our hugs. She was a bright soul in our community and will be missed by so many.”

Friends and colleagues also remembered Shields as an energetic and compassionate person with a

After featuring her in a U.S. launch video for Evolve’s GTR electric board, he hired Shields to the company’s customer experience team, where she worked for

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Misdirected outrage

There is a ritual in San Diego households. Each month, the SDG&E bill arrives and the total registers sharply because San Diego carries the highest residential electricity rates in the nation.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, SDG&E customers pay nearly 46 cents per kilowatt-hour, roughly 70% above the national average, a rate that exceeds even Hawaii. And the company whose name is on the envelope absorbs the blame for everything wrong with California energy policy.

San Diego Gas & Electric is among the most disliked companies in the region — a distinction earned not through malfeasance but through visibility. The monthly electric bill reflects decisions made entirely by our political class.

The legislature sets policy; the California Public Utilities Commission converts policy into mandate. SDG&E fulfills its mandate and recovers its authorized costs through CPUC-approved rates. The driving force is Sacramento’s climate policy adventurism — renewable mandates, emissions targets, and the accelerated retirement of dispatchable generation — with the bill for that transformation landing on the ratepayer at every step.

a cost; the regulatory structure requires consumers to pay for it.

But wildfire mitigation is not the largest driver. Renewable procurement, the backup capacity needed to firm up intermittent generation, and the transmission buildout connecting remote solar and wind to coastal load centers are a cost stack that exceeds wildfire mitigation and grows with every new mandate.

The customer is funding both. One imposed by geography, the other by ideology. SDG&E is simply the bill collector.

When a regulator orders a gas plant to be retired ahead of its useful life, the unrecovered investment doesn’t evaporate. It remains in the rate base — the total value of assets on which the CPUC has authorized SDG&E to earn a return.

Rate base is the pile of approved capital that customers collectively pay down, like a mortgage, except the pile keeps growing as new mandates are added and old ones linger.

The legacy system cannot be retired without destroying the reliability margin that makes the grid function. So it will not be retired. It will be maintained, depreciated, and billed — alongside the system that was supposed to replace it. For the ratepayer, there is no opt-out. There is only the bill.

Energy cost is embedded in the price of everything produced, stored, and sold in California. At nearly 46 cents per kilowatt-hour, manufacturing in San Diego is not merely expensive — it is structurally uncompetitive. Businesses that run energy-intensive operations do not negotiate with their utility; they relocate. California has been losing private-sector jobs, particularly in manufacturing, to Nevada, Texas, and Arizona for years, and energy costs are a primary reason.

High energy costs and high costs of living are not parallel problems — they are the same problem, compounding. Every mandate that drives the kilowatt-hour price higher makes San Diego less habitable for the middle class and less viable for the businesses that employ them.

To blame SDG&E for the price of California electricity is to blame the messenger, not the author.

The views, thoughts and opinions expressed on this page are solely those of the authors and do not reflect the views, thoughts and opinions of The Coast News.

Letters to the Editor

Racism isn’t

just about slurs

To the Editor,

After two months of public outcry, the controversy regarding Steven Houbeck’s appointment to the Urban Forestry Advisory Commission (UFAC) finally reached the April 22 Encinitas City Council meeting. Mayor Bruce Ehlers and council members Luke Shaffer, Jim O’Hara, and Marco San Antonio failed a basic test of character.

They demonstrated that they either do not understand what racism looks like or that they simply do not care enough to address it.

Their commentary implied that racism only exists if a slur is used. This is false. Racism is frequently nuanced, manifesting in coded language, stereotypes, and dehumanizing labels that treat marginalized communities as problems to be managed rather than people to be respected.

Instead of listening to residents who shared traumatic experiences of local racism, the council majority clung to a hollow video “apology” from Mr. Houbeck. They insulted these citizens, labeling them “divisive” and “disgusting,” and suggested that those objecting to racism feel sorry for themselves or believe they are “owed something.”

Mayor Ehlers went as far as to have community members removed from chambers by sheriff’s deputies for silently holding signs. This is the epitome of weak, rudderless leadership.

To the Editor:

The May 1, 2026, “No work, no school, no shopping day” organized by May Day Strong is out of touch with the pain it will inflict on small-business owners and their employees.

The facts regarding Mr. Houbeck’s pattern of racially insensitive comments are clear.

Regarding his comment about “blacks dressed in tribal gear banging on drums,” this language relies on colonial stereotypes that reduce Black people to something “primitive.”

Calling immigrants “illegals” and suggesting they exist only to pick “weed” is dehumanizing. It strips people of their humanity, reducing them entirely to labor.

Finally, Houbeck’s assertion that “Blacks seem overrepresented” in a city where they make up approximately 0.4% of the 61,000 residents is telling. This treats Black visibility as something suspicious. It suggests that even the most modest representation is viewed as “too much.”

The council majority missed — or ignored — the underlying bias and resentment fueling these statements. The problem is not merely the words; it is the ideology behind them.

The April 22 meeting was disgraceful. The issue is not just that such rhetoric exists, but that our elected leaders chose to excuse it, minimize it, and frame those with the courage to call it out as the problem. That is shameful.

Our city deserves leadership that recognizes the dignity of all residents and refuses to provide a platform for those who deny it.

Marlon Taylor Encinitas

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Consider the two largest mandated costs embedded in an SDG&E bill. Wildfire mitigation — grid hardening, vegetation management, weather networks, public safety shutoffs — accounts for up to 20% of the company’s revenue requirement. It is a legitimate cost of operating in difficult terrain, and no reasonable person disputes the need.

San Diego County sits in some of the most fireprone terrain in the country — chaparral, Santa Ana winds, and a wildland-urban interface that has turned downed lines into regional catastrophes, killing people and destroying property.

The geography imposes

SDG&E’s allowed return — set by the CPUC, not by the company — is calculated against that pile. Customers aren’t just paying for electricity. They’re paying for every investment Sacramento and the CPUC have decided belongs in the approved asset stack.

The two grids — renewable and legacy — are on the same bill. They always will be, because the renewable system cannot replace the legacy system.

The more California loads the grid with intermittent generation, the more indispensable backup becomes. Solar panels do not produce power at 7 p.m. in January. No current battery deployment bridges that gap at scale.

The policies that have made San Diego among the most expensive electricity markets in the developed world were written in Sacramento, ratified in San Francisco at CPUC headquarters, and then handed to SDG&E with instructions to implement them and send the bill.

The legislators who built this system, extended it, and refused to reckon with its cost are on the ballot each November. Make them the target of your outrage.

Garvin Walsh, retired from a career at Wall Street investment banks, is a resident of Cardiff-by-the-Sea. He is an elected member of the San Diego County Republican Central Committee.

The day targets policies of the current administration, including calls to end ICE raids and address the role of billionaires, while advocating for workers’ rights.

Democrats risk losing a significant share of would-be supporters by being tone-deaf to the struggles of small businesses in

America. While billionaires continue to profit, many workers and small-business owners will lose a full day of wages, revenue and income. Why not march on Home Depot, Walmart and Target instead?

May Day Strong needs to do a better job thinking through the practical impacts of a general strike that aims to help the working class, but may have the opposite effect.

Victoria Tarnovetchi Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Complaints mount against ex-Fairgrounds CEO

By Leo Place

DEL MAR — Just two days after the 22nd District Agricultural Association board voted to fire Fairgrounds CEO Carlene Moore last week, a former seasonal employee filed a complaint against the organization, accusing Moore of age-based discrimination.

The complaint, filed by former employee Brad Oates on April 16, is the latest in a series of allegations against Moore that have been shared by former and current employees.

Oates filed the complaint in San Diego County Superior Court against the 22nd District Agricultural Association, a state-appointed body that oversees the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Moore, whose employment the 22nd DAA board agreed to terminate on April 15 after more than five years of leadership, is referenced several times in the lawsuit.

The 22nd DAA has since appointed Rebecca Bartling as the new CEO of the Fairgrounds through at least September 2027, while the board considers whether to conduct a nationwide search for a permanent CEO.

Latest allegation

Oates said in his complaint that after working as a seasonal carpenter for the Del Mar Fairgrounds for around 10 years, he decided to apply for a permanent carpenter position at the

Fairgrounds in early 2024.

He scored highly on a written competency test for the position and was interviewed by a panel that included his two supervisors, both of whom supported him receiving the role, the complaint said. Despite this, Moore reportedly refused to hire Oates for the position and told his supervisors that he was “too old,” according to the complaint. Oates was 66 at the time.

Oates said the Fairgrounds did not provide him with a reason why he was not chosen. However, Moore then hired her nephew for the permanent position and asked Oates to train him, the complaint continues.

By October 2024, Oates was removed entirely from his seasonal position, the complaint said. His salary for the seasonal role was around $40,000, and he

would have earned $70,000 in the permanent role.

“Plaintiff lost not only his existing seasonal income but also the opportunity for a significant increase in compensation and yearround employment stability,” the complaint states.

Oates’ complaint also accuses the Fairgrounds of failing to provide 10-minute breaks and uninterrupted 30-minute meal breaks as required by state law. He said that during his seasonal role, he worked ten to twelve hours per day.

The Fairgrounds sent the following statement in response to a request for comment:

“The 22nd District Agricultural Association typically does not comment on legal matters. We are, however, proud to be an equal opportunity employer and remain committed to pro-

viding equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants,” said Fairgrounds spokesperson Jennifer Hellman.

Other complaints

This is the second employee lawsuit filed against the Fairgrounds in the last year, alleging mistreatment by Moore.

In a September lawsuit, Fairgrounds executive Melinda Carmichael alleged that she faced retaliation from Moore after repeatedly raising concerns about alleged illegal conduct, racist remarks and other actions by former human resources director Leslie Schutz.

Carmichael alleged that after she and other employ-

At the Fairgrounds board meeting last week, one speaker also referenced a letter sent to the board in September 2025 by a group of former human resources employees, which shared myriad concerns about a hostile work environment under Moore.

The letter, obtained by The Coast News, was sent to the board shortly after Carmichael filed her lawsuit in early September. It is signed by former staff services manager Kim Minick, former associate governmental program analyst April Roque, and former senior personnel specialists Danielle Stephenson and Lucille Capunay, all of whom had tenures at the Fairgrounds

It is deeply troubling that a California state agency... allowed this culture of hostility to persist.”

Former Fairgrounds HR employees on Moore’s leadership

ees communicated their concerns about Schutz to Moore, she was gradually stripped of her job responsibilities and resources and eventually demoted.

Carmichael remains employed by the Fairgrounds but has been on disability leave due to reported extreme stress and anxiety from the situation with Moore and Schutz.

spanning 20 to 25 years.

They stated that Moore began creating a toxic environment at the Fairgrounds after she was appointed as CEO, and that employees “faced hostility, intimidation, and retaliation, creating a culture of fear and mistrust.”

The employees said the situation worsened when Moore hired Schutz as hu-

man resources director. Their letter echoed many of the concerns raised in Carmichael's lawsuit, including that Moore failed to take appropriate action after multiple complaints were made about Schutz.

They said Moore hired Schutz despite her lack of relevant HR or leadership experience and allowed her to telecommute from Texas at the Fairgrounds’ expense. Schutz also failed to respond to leave requests within the required time frame, miscalculated leave time, and withheld benefit pay, the letter states.

“It is deeply troubling that a California state agency — entrusted with fairness, accountability, and integrity — allowed this culture of hostility to persist, directly violating CalHR policies and CDFA directives. The damage to the Human Resources department and the Fairgrounds workforce was not the result of isolated incidents, but a systemic failure ofleadership under Moore,” the letter said. Roque, Minick, Stephenson, and Capunay urged the Fairgrounds board to take action to remove Moore from leadership to prevent further harm to the Fairgrounds’ integrity, but said the board did not provide a meaningful response.

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Fallbrook Chamber

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Fallbrook Chamber

hosts Business Expo

The Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce is pleased to host its annual Business Expo on Friday, May 15, at the beautiful Pala Mesa Resort from 3:00 – 5:30 pm. Please attend this special event inside the Grand Ballroom to “Discover Fallbrook!”

Exhibitor booths are for Chamber Business Members only, but the event is FREE to attend and open to the public. All Chamber members have the added opportunity to provide coupons or flyers for a very nominal fee.

This is an opportunity for residents and visitors alike to learn about Chamber member businesses, ask questions, collect information and make some new contacts.

As Fallbrook continues to grow and attract new residents, entrepreneurs and investment, events like this provide a valuable touchpoint for building relationships and staying connected to the local business community.

Representatives from the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development have emphasized that strong local connections and in-person engagement remain key drivers of small business success, especially in evolving markets like North County.

The event is not limited to those from Fallbrook; everyone is welcome! Please bring your business cards and network with us! No cards? No problem. There

is something for everyone, whether you are in business or not!

Local Chamber member businesses have a lot to offer, and the Chamber wants to ensure that whatever someone is looking for can most likely be found right here! For business owners and professionals from surrounding communities, this is also a unique opportunity to meet Fallbrook’s growing network of engaged locals and decision-makers all in one place. Details for the expo can be found at www. fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org

There will be an opportunity drawing, a nohost bar, giveaways and so much more! Hosted at Pala Mesa Resort, now part of the renowned Pala Casino Spa Resort, the event offers a relaxed yet elevated setting that reflects the region’s continued growth and appeal.

Guests can enjoy the resort’s scenic surroundings while making meaningful connections in one of North County’s premier hospitality destinations.

Please save the date and join us to “Discover Fallbrook” with our Chamber member businesses!

Following the Expo, feel free to gather for Happy Hour at Pala Mesa’s Aquaterra Restaurant, with live music and a great menu!

Please contact the Chamber at (760) 728-5845 for additional information or any questions you may have. See you on May 15!

Students

By Leo Place ESCONDIDO — The

California Center for the Arts was buzzing with conversation on Wednesday morning as teenagers from Oceanside, Escondido, and San Marcos networked with local professionals across various industries at the Connect to Careers event.

The fourth annual event hosted 150 students from five high schools, along with 150 working professionals representing sectors such as engineering, government service, construction, technology, scientific research, nonprofits, finance, and the fire service.

Connect to Careers is organized by Project Next (formerly the San Marcos Promise), a nonprofit that offers career and college readiness programs to high school students in North County. As part of their work, the organization has opened several school-based career and college planning centers known as Future Centers.

Since 2022, Project Next has opened Future Centers at eight schools, including San Marcos, Mission Hills, Twin Oaks, Escondido, Escondido Charter, Orange Glen and El Camino high schools, and A Step Beyond dance school.

Project Next Executive Director Lisa Stout said Connect to Careers gives students an opportunity to learn about careers they might never have considered before and to see themselves reflected in the local workforce.

“It’s a way for students to see a future for themselves they didn’t see before,” Stout said. “Most students haven’t done something like this before. They get off the bus and they’re terrified, and then they get on the bus afterwards, they’re confident, they feel good.”

Attendees began with a networking session in the courtyard, allowing students to meet professionals, learn about their careers, and discuss their own interests and goals. Conversations continued inside with a breakfast reception and speakers.

The audience heard from keynote speaker Jes-

sica Kidd, community engagement officer at Solutions for Change, as well as from Project Next leaders and participants.

San Marcos High School senior Maria Aguas spoke about how Project Next staff, particularly career coach Adriana Toledo, have helped her grow her confidence and professional know-how.

Aguas said Toledo and her school’s Future Center have supported her with scholarships and college applications, creating a resume, learning personal finance and interview skills. She said she now has a clear idea of her future goals.

“Through her mentorship, I am determined to reach my goal of majoring in business to become a financial advocate supporting my Spanish-speaking community,” Aguas said. “I am confident knowing I am prepared for my next steps.”

John Atherton, senior

project executive at Bernard’s Construction, was one of the business representatives at the event. As a builder of K-12 and higher-education projects, Atherton said it was rewarding to speak with students about their aspirations.

“It’s nice to be able to see the impact that education has on students. It’s nice to be able to help them transition from high school to that next step,” he said.

Report: Region among smoggiest in the nation

The San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad region is the seventh-smoggiest area in the nation, with ozone pollution generally worsening in many U.S. regions, according to an annual report by the American Lung Association.

The region moved up one spot from last year, when it ranked eighth-worst for ozone pollution, according to the “State of the Air” report released April 21.

Overall, the report found that poor air quality

affects much of the country, with nearly half of all American children living in places with unhealthy levels of air pollution.

“Clean air is not something we can take for granted. It takes work,” said Harold Wimmer, president and CEO of the American Lung Association. “For decades, people in the U.S. have breathed cleaner air thanks to the Clean Air Act. Unfortunately, that progress is now at risk due to extreme heat and wildfires, fueled by climate change, and policy changes that are making the problem worse.

“Now is the time to strengthen air pollution standards, but EPA is doing the opposite. In the last year, EPA has weakened enforcement and rolled back rules that would have protected kids from power plant and vehicle pollution. Children need clean air to grow and play, and communities need clean air to thrive. Leaders at every level must act to improve and protect America’s air quality.”

The report found that 44% of people in the United States live in a county that received a failing grade in at least one of the study’s three measures of air pollution, with 32.9 million people living in counties that earned poor grades in all three categories.

“Ground-level ozone pollution, also known as smog, is a powerful respiratory irritant whose effects have been likened to a sunburn of the lungs,” according to the Lung Association. “Inhaling ozone can cause shortness of breath, trigger coughing and asthma attacks, and can cause premature death. Though progress has been made over the years to clean up ozone, that progress is fragile, and more communities are seeing their worst ozone levels in years.”

San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad ranked fifth in the nation for year-round particle pollution but was not among the top 25 most-polluted regions for short-term particle pollution. The short-term figure reflects daily spikes in particle pollution, or soot.

San Bernardino County ranked as the nation’s most ozone-polluted area, followed by Riverside and Los Angeles counties.

— City

Person killed by train

By City News Service

ENCINITAS — A train fatally struck a pedestrian on April 22 near San Elijo State Beach, authorities reported.

The incident occurred about 1 p.m. in the area of Chesterfield Drive and South Coast Highway 101, according to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office.

The victim died at the scene, Lt. Joe Barry said.

Further details, including the pedestrian’s identity, were not immediately available as of late afternoon.

Man pleads in attempted Esco kidnap

A man who tried to abduct a child near Pioneer Elementary School in Escondido pleaded guilty on April 27 to charges of attempted kidnapping and sending harmful matter to a minor.

Jose Ruiz Cruz, 28, was arrested in February of last year after Escondido police said he drove up to a child walking to school and tried to pull the student into a vehicle.

The child was able to flee and reported the incident, police said. Officers arrested Cruz the following day after spotting the suspect’s vehicle on Auto Parkway near Andreasen Drive.

Cruz, who is scheduled to be sentenced next month, faces up to nine years and eight months in state prison.

— City News Service

Off-duty fire captain assists in O’side fire

Fire damaged a home over the weekend in Oceanside, displacing five residents and two pets, authorities said April 27.

Crews were dispatched around 9 p.m. Sunday to a reported residential structure fire in the 3900 block of Genine Drive.

“An off-duty North County Fire Protection District fire captain was driving home when he observed smoke and fire coming from the residence,” the department said. “He immediately stopped to assist, alerted the occupants, and helped family members safely evacuate the home.”

Officials said first responders knocked down an outdoor fire on a shed that had extended into the residence within 20 minutes of arrival. The five adults and two pets escaped without injury, the department reported.

— City News Service

D5 supervisor candidates attend forum

By City News Service

REGION — Four of the five candidates seeking the San Diego County Board of Supervisors’ District 5 seat discussed issues ranging from homelessness to public transportation during a virtual forum Monday hosted by the League of Women Voters of North County San Diego.

Norma Contreras, former tribal chair of the La Jolla Band of Luiseño Indians and women's health advocate; Vista Mayor John Franklin; Kyle Krahel, former chair of the San Diego Democratic Party and Congressman Mike Levin's deputy chief of staff; and independent Sasha Miller answered submitted questions during the Zoom event.

The fifth candidate in the June 2 primary, San Marcos Mayor Rebecca Jones, “did not respond to our invitation,” said moderator Chris Harris.

The candidates are seeking to succeed Supervisor Jim Desmond, who is term-limited and running for the 48th Congressional District seat to replace retiring Rep. Darrell Issa.

The forum began with each candidate explaining why they are running.

Contreras said she approaches her campaign as a calling.

“I have worked with the Biden administration and Trump administration” as a tribal leader, she said. “My mission is clear: To make sure no one is left behind.”

Franklin, elected Vista mayor in 2022 after serving two terms on the City Council, said he was proud to have campaigned to end deficit spending and help create pension reserve funds.

“We have a lot more work to do, and need the county to do it,” he said.

Krahel, previously an Oceanside planning commissioner, said he is focused on affordability.

He said he stood up to policies he opposed at the federal level and would “bring that same fight to the county of San Diego” so that working people can afford to live in the region.

Miller highlighted her experience as a public health educator, university professor, union member, mother and human rights activist. She also delivered part of her opening remarks in Spanish.

The candidates offered varying approaches to addressing homelessness.

Contreras said it is important to have facilities that provide services to people

experiencing homelessness before they transition into long-term housing. Krahel called for more investment in mental health care, along with wraparound services and, if necessary, court-ordered treatment. Franklin said that while services are important, law enforcement and incarceration are also needed.

Miller said shelter is a human right and proposed expanding public housing.

“It’s incredible what stable housing can do for your mental health,” she said.

Contreras, Krahel and Miller expressed support for a “housing first” approach, while Franklin said he opposed a universal mandate.

Candidates also discussed transportation.

Contreras, who lives in Pauma Valley, noted that bus service is often the only public transit option in rural areas and said she wants to improve access for residents traveling to work, shopping and medical appointments.

Franklin said the county should focus on more technologically advanced forms of mobility and questioned the value of a coastal rail tunnel project.

“Roads and highways are economic engine of District 5,” he said. “When I see people waiting in the rain at the bus stop, I know that’s not their achievement of the American Dream.”

Krahel said the county should support multiple modes of transportation and expand microtransit options in rural communities. He said he would work with the San Diego Association of Governments and North County Transit District to ensure funding is available.

Miller said she has seen successful transit systems in other countries and wants to expand public transportation locally, including making it free for residents 24 and younger.

“I don’t believe expanding the highway by one lane is going to get us there,” she said.

The candidates also addressed how they would respond to potential federal budget cuts and rising costs.

Contreras said she would review the county budget, seek grants and consider adjustments to certain programs. Franklin said the county does not have a revenue problem and does not need a “regressive sales tax.” Krahel said he would pursue a budget audit, evaluate county bureaucracy and seek additional state and federal funding. Miller

said the county should shift spending priorities toward social services rather than incarceration.

The group offered mixed views on a proposed package of county charter reforms that could go before voters in November, including changes to term limits and the creation of oversight positions such as an ethics commission, budget analyst and program auditor.

Contreras said the proposal has both advantages and drawbacks and should be carefully reviewed by the public. Franklin criticized the potential extension of term limits but supported independent oversight roles. Krahel said the county needs reform but questioned changes to term limits. Miller said she supports independent oversight and believes term limits are important to allow new voices in government.

All four candidates said they opposed new county taxes or fees.

San Diego lawmakers react to D.C. attack

Members of San Diego’s congressional delegation reacted to violence at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, where a 31-year-old Torrance man is accused of attempting to storm the event while armed.

Cole Tomas Allen was arrested after allegedly shooting a U.S. Secret Service officer at the Washington Hilton, where President Donald Trump was scheduled to address the annual gathering. Authorities said Allen allegedly sent a manifesto to family members shortly before Saturday night’s disruption.

He was tentatively scheduled to be arraigned Monday and faces preliminary charges of using a firearm during a crime of violence and assault on a federal officer with a dangerous weapon, according to U.S.

Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro.

Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Bonsall, said he was at the dinner and posted on X after the shooting.

“This is the reality of what @realDonaldTrump faces every day — and for years before that. This is a man of uncommon courage,” Issa wrote. “I was there at the event tonight. And I’ll be there again or anywhere else to support this president.”

Rep. Sara Jacobs, D-San Diego, who was not in attendance, also issued a statement on X.

“I’m glad that everyone is safe at the White House Correspondents Dinner tonight,” Jacobs said. “Thank you to law enforcement and first responders for acting so swiftly and courageously.”

The shooting occurred inside a ballroom at the hotel, where security video showed a man attempting to rush past a checkpoint, prompting officers to draw their weapons. U.S. Secret Service agents escorted Trump and first lady Melania Trump out of the venue and back to the White House. Vice President JD Vance was also evacuated.

Neither the president nor the vice president was injured. One law enforcement officer was shot but was wearing a bulletproof vest and is expected to recover, according to media reports.

Authorities said Allen was registered as a hotel guest and that his room was searched. His parents’ home in Torrance, where he reportedly lived, was also searched.

Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche said investigators believe Allen traveled by train from Los Angeles to Chicago and then to Washington, D.C., where he checked into the hotel shortly before the event.

Allen was carrying a shotgun, handgun and multiple knives, according to Interim Metropolitan Police Chief Jeffery Carroll. He was not struck by gunfire but

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was taken to a hospital for evaluation.

Investigations by the Secret Service and the Metropolitan Police Department were ongoing.

According to reports, Allen sent messages to family members about 10 minutes before the incident, describing himself as the “Friendly Federal Assassin” and stating he intended to target members of the administration.

Citing his LinkedIn profile, Wired magazine reported Allen had worked part-time since March 2020 at Torrance-based C2 Education, a company that provides tutoring, test preparation and college counseling. He was also named Teacher of the Month by the company in December 2024.

Allen graduated from the California Institute of Technology in 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, and from Cal State Dominguez Hills last year with a degree in computer science, according to reports.

Following the evacuation, Trump posted on X praising law enforcement and confirming the suspect had been apprehended. The dinner was ultimately canceled.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he was relieved attendees were safe and emphasized that “violence is never acceptable.”

California Republican Party Chairwoman Corrin Rankin also condemned the attack, calling it a “terrible act of violence” and urging an end to politically motivated violence.

After returning to the White House, Trump addressed the public and took questions, describing the incident as a moment that brought people together.

“It’s a dangerous profession,” he said.

Trump was expected to discuss the case further in an appearance on CBS’ “60 Minutes” on Sunday.

— City News Service

Escondido unveils creekside trail mural series

By Cameron Adams ESCONDIDO

— A series of murals celebrating Escondido’s native environment and the life it supports overlooks a concrete-lined stretch of the creek that shares the city’s name.

The six flora- and fauna-inspired works are the result of a collaboration between Esco Alley Art, the city of Escondido and the Downtown Business Association.

“We want to turn ev-

eryday public spaces into vivid storytelling experiences that celebrate the city’s unique spirit and identity,”

Suzanne Nicolaisen, chair of the Esco Alley Art Committee, said in a statement.

“This project is the result of exceptional creativity and collaboration. It demonstrates that art has the power to bring people together in our community.”

Nicolaisen also thanked Neighborhood Healthcare for allowing its Escondi-

do-Elm location to host the pieces.

Alex Nunez, chief operating officer of Neighborhood Healthcare, said in a statement that the partnership fits with the company’s mantra of being “Better Together.”

“This collaboration opens opportunities for the community to enjoy the benefits of art and exercise, both contributors to happier, healthier lives,” Nunez said. “We are delighted to

provide this outdoor gallery for the enjoyment of the community. Art is good for mental and physical health, providing a sense of belonging, joy, and wonder.”

The murals are part of a larger Escondido Creek Trail project that broke ground in February 2025. The city awarded nearly $13 million in construction and management services contracts for the multi-use path project.

The linear park project

stretches about 4.5 miles from Harmony Grove Road to Midway Drive, according to city documents.

In addition to improved signage, lighting and children’s play areas, the project will beautify the path with murals, artistic features and landscaping.

Under each mural is a QR code linking to websites where visitors can learn more about the artists and each piece.

The murals were un-

veiled at a ceremony on April 18.

Dr. Paige Thiermann, a family medicine physician at Neighborhood Healthcare, congratulated the partners who brought the murals together.

“We are committed to the Escondido community and so, so happy to provide our clinic space for this art,” Thiermann said. “This collaboration offers the example of what we can create if we work together.”

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Vista Fire Dept unveils newly revamped Station 3

Facility upgrades to boost support, area services

By Leo Place

VISTA — Fire person-

nel at Vista Fire Station 3 along East Vista Way have a new, state-of-the-art building to call their home base, featuring upgrades that enable them to respond to emergencies more effectively and support their well-being.

Officials with the fire department, the city of Vista, and the Vista Fire Protection District, along with elected county and state officials, celebrated the grand opening of the new fire station on Monday morning.

Built in 1961 and remodeled in 1997, Station 3 is the oldest of the city's six fire stations. It was demolished and rebuilt to accommodate more personnel (it can now house seven people instead of five), make general upgrades, and allow faster response times by reorienting the building so that fire trucks can exit onto East Vista Way rather than Old Taylor Street.

The station officially went into use in early April.

“I want to take the opportunity to thank you all for your investment in this home. This home, like others that are shaped and built like it, is a respite for the women and men that

serve communities across this country, that put aside their personal challenges in order to protect the public,” said Vista Fire Chief Gerard Washington.

The new Station 3 features a homey kitchen area and day room, new dormitories, a gym, a three-door apparatus bay, and diamond plating for firefighters to practice rappelling.

“It’s quite the accomplishment,” said Deputy Fire Chief Robby Ford. “It has a lot of the technologies that a fire station needs — high-speed, roll-up doors, it has modern station alert-

ing, a comfortable kitchen, individual dorms, individual bathrooms, a workout area, it houses some frontline equipment, it gives us the ability to house some reserve equipment.”

The new station will serve an area of approximately 10 square miles, including eastern Vista and portions of the Vista Fire Protection District, which lies outside the city limits to the east. This area contains around 22,000 people and 6,600 structures.

Assemblymember Tasha Boerner, who secured $5 million for the project

in 2021 from the California Office of Emergency Services, said Fire Station 3 is crucial to protecting not only Vista but the wider county area.

“This was not only for Vista, it’s for the entire region,” Boerner said.

To recognize the new fire station, the Vista Fire Department received proclamations from Boerner as well as the offices of Rep. Mike Levin, state Sen. Catherine Blakespear, and Assemblymember Laurie Davies.

Additional funding included $4.5 million from

the Vista Fire Protection District. VFPD President John Ploetz emphasized the importance of collaboration between the fire district and the city’s fire department, as fires in the area are most likely to start in the east.

He noted that fire safety should not be a political issue.

“There’s no other side to this issue. Nobody’s in favor of wildfires, nobody’s in favor of slow ambulance responses,” Ploetz said.

The address of the fire station was also changed to 1962 East Vista Way, to commemorate the birth year of late fire inspector Mike McFadden, who passed away in 2022 from skin cancer.

During the project, Fire Station 3 crews were temporarily relocated to a three-bedroom home

owned by the

their collaboration.

This is the fourth fire station in Vista to be built by Erickson Hall Construction.

“Every detail for a facility like this really, really matters,” said Nathan Miller, chief information officer with Erickson Hall. “We are absolutely proud of this community and this facility and the construction and everything it represents.” Rather than the usual ribbon-cutting ceremony, officials participated in a hose uncoupling to celebrate the new station.

The ceremony also coincided with Chief Washington’s birthday, which fire personnel celebrated with cake and a song.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING (Planning Commission)

The Planning Commission of the City of San Marcos will hold the following public hearing in the City Council Chambers located at San Marcos City Hall, 1 Civic Center Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069 at 6:30 p.m., on Monday May 18, 2026.

Project No: and Name: TSM24-0004 / North City West TSM2

Applicant: North City Community Partners LLC.

Request: A Tentative Subdivision Map to create three lots on a 19.83-acre site to enable the development of multi-family townhomes processed through a Site Development Plan (SDP) at a later date, a westerly extension of North City Drive from Twin Oaks Valley Road to the boundary of the easterly termination of North City Drive approved with TSM19-0002; and the construction of Street A from Discovery Street into the future North City Drive; located west of Twin Oaks Valley Road and North of Discovery Street with the site zoned University District Speci c Plan (SPA) Zone in the Barham/Discovery Community. As part of the Tentative Subdivision Map a summary Vacation (VAC26-0002) will be recommended by the Planning Commission for City Council approval for the abonnement of public-right-of-way for an unnamed road within the boundaries of TSM24-0004 for North City West. Environmental Determination: The Tentative Subdivision Map (TSM24-0004) is within the scope of the certied Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) (SCH No. 2008101083), which is in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 15162.

Location of Property: Northwest of the intersection of Twin Oaks Valley Road and the Future North City Drive, east of San Marcos Creek, and south of SR-78. The project site is more particularly described as the West side of University District Speci c Plan known as North City West.

The project site is within portions of Lots 2 through 10, inclusive, in Block 62, together with all of Lots 4, 5, 6, 14, 15, 15, and 17, and those portions of Lots 1, 2, 3, 7, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, and 21 in Block 63, of Rancho Los Vallecitos De San Marcos, in the City of San Marcos, County of San Diego, Stat of California, according to Map thereof No. 806 led in the O ce of the County Recorder of San Diego County December 21, 1895 of o cial records, together with that portion of Discovery Street lying between Blocks 62 and 63 of said map vacated to public use per County Board of Supervisors Resolution recorded December 5, 1900 in Book 23, page 175 of o cial records. Assessor’s Parcel Number(s): 220-181-40; 220-190-52; 221-080-05; 221-080-06; 221-100-02; 221-100-03; 221-100-04; 221-100-10; 221-100-35; 221-100-40; 221-100-62; 221-100-64; 221-100-65; 221-100-66; 221-100-69; 221-10070; 221-100-72; 221-100-73; 221-100-74; 221-100-56.

Further information about this notice can be obtained from Scott Nightingale, Principal Planner, by calling 760744-1050 extension 3281, or via email snightingale@san-marcos.net

Notice: The Planning Division can be contacted at (760) 744-1050, extension 3233 or via email slebaron@ san-marcos.net. The City of San Marcos is committed to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable modi cation or accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) to participate in this public hearing or any other City program, service, or activity, please contact the City Clerk’s o ce at 1 Civic Center Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069, email cityclerk@ sanmarcosca.gov, or call (760) 744-1050, extension 3145.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

(City Council)

The San Marcos City Council will hold the following public hearing in the City Council Chambers located at the San Marcos City Hall, 1 Civic Center Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069; at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Project No: GPA25-0001, R250001, MFSDP25-0001, TSM250001, and Addendum to ND22008.

Applicant: Paul Mayer, Santa Fe Flores, LP

Request: The applicant is requesting a Multi-Family Site Development Plan modi cation to GPA 21-0008 and Tentative Subdivision Map for construction of 46 residential condominiums on 2.6 net acres.

The project includes a General Plan Amendment and Rezone to change the land use and zone of the property from Multi-Family Residential 3 (R-3-10) and Commercial (C) to Multi-Family Residential (R-3-6).

Environmental Determination: An Addendum to Mitigated Negative Declaration (ND22008) (SCH No. 2022090486) was prepared pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Location of Property: Northwest corner of S. Santa Fe Avenue and N. Las Flores Drive, more particularly described as a Portion of Lot 4 in Block 95 of Rancho Los Vallecitos de San Marcos, in the City of San Marcos, County of San Diego, State of California, according to Map No. 806, led in the O ce of the County Recorder of San Diego County on December 21, 1895. Assessor’s Parcel No(s): A 0.37-acre portion of 217-161-1700, and the entirety of 217-16118-00 and 217-161-19-00. Planning Commission Action: The Planning Commission recommended approval of the proposed project to the City Council by a “7-0” vote. Further information about this

notice can be obtained from Sarah Clu , Senior Planner, by calling 760-744-1050 extension 3227, or via email sclu @sanmarcos.net.

The City of San Marcos is committed to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to participate in a public hearing or any other city program, service, or activity, please contact the City Clerk’s o ce at 1 Civic Center Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069, or call (760) 744-1050, Extension 3186. 05/01/2026 CN 32253

NOTICE OF ORDINANCE INTRODUCTION

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING COUNCIL POLICY 200 COMMITTEES - CITY COUNCIL ADVISORY COMMITTEES, BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS TO IMPLEMENT CHANGES TO ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES FOR MEMBERS OF CITY COMMITTEES, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

The above referenced ordinance was introduced by action of the City Council on April 21, 2026. Adoption of the above listed ordinance will be considered on May 5, 2026.

s/s Sarah Krietor, Administrative Services Manager /City Clerk

DATE April 22, 2026

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CITY OF SAN MARCOS REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (IFB CONBID 26-02) 2026 SURFACE SEAL

PROJECT

CITY OF ENCINITAS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT

505 S. Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, CA 92024 Phone: (760) 633-2710 | Email: planning@encinitasca.gov | Web: www.encinitasca.gov

City Hall Hours: Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and every other Friday (5/1, 5/15, etc.) 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

NOTICE OF PENDING ACTION ON ADMINISTRATIVE APPLICATION AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT

PROJECT NAME: Moss SB-9 Two-Unit Development; CASE NUMBERS: MULTI-007892-2025, DR-008015-2025, CDP-008016-2025; FILING DATE: April 3, 2025; APPLICANT: Samantha Moss; LOCATION: Rubenstein Avenue (APN: 260-08367); PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Construction of a two-story duplex allowed through SB-9 Two-Unit Development; ZONING/OVERLAY: Residential 8 (R-8) and Coastal Overlay Zone; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project has been determined to be exempt from environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15303(b) and 15268. Section 15303(b) exempts the construction of a duplex and Section 15268 exempts ministerial projects from the requirements of CEQA. Per Government Code Section 65852.21, SB 9 Two-Unit Developments are deemed ministerial. None of the exceptions in Section 15300.2 of the CEQA guidelines apply and no historic resources are a ected by the subject project.

STAFF CONTACT: Kaipo Eager-Kaninau, Associate Planner: (760) 633-2717 or kkaninau@encinitasca.gov

PRIOR TO 5:00 PM ON MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026, ANY INTERESTED PERSON MAY REVIEW THE APPLICATION AND PRESENT TESTIMONY, ORALLY OR IN WRITING, TO THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT. WRITTEN TES-

TIMONY IS PREFERRED IN ORDER TO HAVE A RECORD OF THE COMMENTS RECEIVED.

If additional information is not required, the Development Services Department will render a determination on the application, pursuant to Section 2.28.090 of the City of Encinitas Municipal Code, after the close of the review period. An Appeal of the Department’s determination CANNOT BE FILED in accordance with City Council Urgency Ordinance No. 2022-19.

The above item is located within the Coastal Zone and requires the issuance of a regular Coastal Development Permit. The action of the Development Services Director may not be appealed to the California Coastal Commission.

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submitting bids will be required to have registered in advance with the DIR and must meet the minimum program quali cations necessary to be eligible to work on public works projects pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 and Public Contract Code Section 4104.

AVAILABILITY OF DOCUMENTS

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of San Marcos, hereinafter referred to as Agency or City, invites proposals for the above stated Project and will be available on line via PlanetBids. Proposals are due up to the hour of 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

PRE-PROPOSAL MEETING

None.

WORK DESCRIPTION

The work consists of cold mill of existing pavement, asphalt concrete overlay, slurry seal, micro surfacing, tra c signal improvements, and striping and markings. A detailed Scope of Work can be found in the IFB Documents.

LOCATION OF WORK

Various locations throughout the City of San Marcos, California.

ESTIMATED BUDGET

The estimated overall budget is $3,639,718.00.

TERM

Sixty (60) Working Days.

CONTRACTORS LICENSE

The Contractor shall possess at the time the contract is awarded, a California Contractors license classi cation Type A General Engineering or California Subcontractors license classi cation Type C-12 Earthwork and Paving.

PREVAILING WAGE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

that, payment of prevailing wages and compliance with the California Labor Code Sections 1770 et seq is required for this project. The Contractor will be required to comply with all of the terms and conditions (including State General Prevailing Wage requirements) prescribed for Contractor performing public works construction projects.

DIR REGISTRATION

Under SB 854, contractors and subcontractors performing work on public works contracts are required to register with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) on an annual basis (July 1-June 30). All contractors and subcontractors

The City uses PlanetBids to post and receive bids/proposals. Only vendors that are registered will be eligible to submit a bid/ proposal for formal solicitations with the City. PlanetBids is accessible via the City’s website and direct link provided below and provides all documents at no cost to bidders/proposers. https://www.sanmarcosca. gov/Home OR https://www.planetbids. com/portal/portal.

cfm?CompanyID=39481

GENERAL The company to whom the Contract is awarded, and any subcontractor under such company, shall hereby ensure that minority and women business enterprises will be a orded full opportunity to submit bids for subcontracts. Further, there shall be no discrimination in employment practices on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status, age, or sex.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

T.S. No. 23-30627-PM-CA Title No. 101-10851663 A.P.N. 162-291-47-00 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06/11/2021. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check(s) drawn on a state or national bank must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings

association, or savings bank speci ed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Robert C. Nelson, Trustee of the Robert C. Nelson Revocable Trust dated September 10, 2005 Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 06/16/2021 as Instrument No. 2021-0441731 (or Book, Page) of the O cial Records of San Diego County, California. Date of Sale: 07/01/2026 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the entrance to the East County Regional Center by statue, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $340,248.75 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 3521 Pear Blossom Dr, Oceanside, CA 92057 A.P.N.: 162-291-4700 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the bene ciary within 10 days of the date of rst publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further

recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were ful lled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 or visit this internet website www. ndscorp.com/sales, using the le number assigned to this case 23-30627-PM-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO

TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” you may be able to purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 888-264-4010, or visit this internet website www. ndscorp.com, using the le number assigned to this case 23-30627-PM-CA to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may quality as a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. NOTICE: To the extent that the sale is subject to Financial Crimes Enforcement Network’s Residential Real Estate Reporting Rule (31 C.F.R. Part 1031), purchaser agrees to provide all required information and further agrees to reimburse trustee for any costs, expenses or fees incurred as a result of the collection of such information Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January 1, 2021, through December 31,2025, unless later extended. Date: 04/21/2026 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Ti any and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 714-730-2727; Sales Website: www.ndscorp.com Connie Hernandez, Trustee Sales Representative A-4872522 05/01/2026, 05/08/2026, 05/15/2026 CN 32261

T.S. No. 25-77118 APN: 121270-58-00 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALEYOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/9/2022. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank speci ed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust,

interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor:

DEBORAH READ-KLUG AND IRV KLUG, WIFE AND HUSBAND AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP Duly

Appointed Trustee: ZBS LAW, LLP Deed of Trust recorded

3/17/2022, as Instrument No. 2022-0118510, of O cial Records in the o ce of the Recorder of San Diego County, California, Date of Sale: 5/27/2026 at 10:30 AM Place of Sale: AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE EAST COUNTY REGIONAL CENTER BY STATUE, 250 E. MAIN STREET, EL CAJON, CA 92020

Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges:

$160,748.76 Note: Because the Bene ciary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt owed. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 370 SPANISH SPUR FALLBROOK, CALIFORNIA 92028 Described as follows: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST.

A.P.N #.: 121-270-58-00

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the bene ciary within 10 days of the date of rst publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:

If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Starting March 1, 2026, Federal Law may prohibit ZBS Law from issuing a Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale in connection with this trustee’s sale until information about the winning bidder is reported to the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network. See, 31 CFR § 1031.320 (https:// www.ecfr.gov/current/ title-31/subtitle-B/chapter-X/ part-1031/subpart-C/ section-1031.320). If this trustee’s sale quali es as a “reportable transfer” under 31 CFR § 1031.320(b), and you, as buyer, qualify as a “transferee entity” under 31 CFR § 1031.320(e)(1) or “transferee trust” under 31 CFR § 1031.320(e)(2), you will be obligated to provide information about the Bene cial Owner(s) of the transferee to ZBS Law or ZBS Law’s designated representative. If you qualify as an exempt entity or trust under 31 CFR § 1031.320(n)

CITY OF ENCINITAS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT

505 S. Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, CA 92024

Phone: (760) 633-2710 | Email: planning@encinitasca.gov | Web: www.encinitasca.gov

City Hall Hours: Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and every other Friday (5/1, 5/15, etc.) 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

NOTICE OF PENDING ACTION ON ADMINISTRATIVE APPLICATION AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT

PROJECT NAME: Holloway Lot Consolidation; CASE NUMBER: MULTI-008520-2025; BADJ-008578-2025; CDPNF-008579-2025; FILING DATE: December 12, 2025;

APPLICANT: Jim Holloway; LOCATION: 2181 Edinburg Avenue (APN: 260-421-14); PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Boundary Adjustment and Coastal Development Permit to authorize the consolidation of two existing legal lots; ZONING/OVERLAY: R11, Special Study, and Coastal Overlay Zones; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project has been determined to be exempt from environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines section 15305(a) which exempts minor alterations in land such as lot line adjustments. The project meets these criteria. None of the exceptions in Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines apply, and no historical resources will be impacted by the proposed development. STAFF CONTACT: Grant Yamamoto, Contract Assistant Planner: (760) 633-2785 or gyamamoto@encinitasca.gov

PRIOR TO 5:00 PM ON MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026 ANY INTERESTED PERSON MAY REVIEW THE APPLICATION AND PRESENT TESTIMONY, ORALLY OR IN WRITING, TO THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT. WRITTEN TESTIMONY IS PREFERRED IN ORDER TO HAVE A RECORD OF THE COMMENTS RECEIVED.

If additional information is not required, the Development Services Department will render a determination on the application, pursuant to Section 2.28.090 of the City of Encinitas Municipal Code, after the close of the review period. An Appeal of the Department’s determination accompanied by the appropriate ling fee may be led within 10 calendar days from the date of the determination. Appeals will be considered by the City Council pursuant to Chapter 1.12 of the Municipal Code. Any ling of an appeal will suspend this action as well as any processing of permits in reliance thereon in accordance with Encinitas Municipal Code Section 1.12.020(D)(1) until such time as an action is taken on the appeal.

The above item is located within the Coastal Zone and requires the issuance of a regular coastal development permit. The action of the Development Services Director may not be appealed to the California Coastal Commission.

Under California Government Code Sec. 65009, if you challenge the nature of the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised regarding the matter described in this notice or written correspondence delivered to the City at or prior to the date and time of the determination.

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CITY OF ENCINITAS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT

505 S. Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, CA 92024

Phone: (760) 633-2710 | Email: planning@encinitasca.gov | Web: www.encinitasca.gov

City Hall Hours: Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and every other Friday (5/1, 5/15, etc.) 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND PENDING ACTION ON ADMINISTRATIVE APPLICATION AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT/SECTION 504 REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973 AND TITLE VI, THIS AGENCY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PUBLIC ENTITY AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, ETHNIC ORIGIN, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, RELIGION, VETERANS STATUS OR PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICE. IF YOU REQUIRE SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT AT (760) 633-2710 AT LEAST 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING.

PUBLIC HEARING: TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026 AT 5:00 PM, TO BE HELD AT THE CITY OF ENCINITAS COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 505 SOUTH VULCAN AVENUE, ENCINITAS

PROJECT NAME: Leucadia-Encinitas Farmers Market CASE NUMBER: MULTI-008541-2025, AG-008598-2025, and CDPNF-008609-2025; FILING DATE: December 15, 2025; APPLICANT: The Leucadia-Encinitas Hwy 101 Mainstreet Association; LOCATION: 675 Balour Drive (APN: 760-165-24); PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Relocation of a weekly certi ed farmers’ market from Paul Ecke Central Elementary School to Oak Crest Middle School located at 675 Balour Drive. The proposed weekly farmers market will operate Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Parking will be provided adjacent to the school at the Encinitas Community Center and on Oakcrest Park Drive; ZONING/ OVERLAY: Public/Semi-Public (P-SP) Zone, Coastal Zone Overlay and Special Study Overlay Zone; ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: The project has been determined to be exempt from environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15311, which exempts the placement of minor structures accessory to institutional facilities. The project meets these criteria. None of the exceptions in Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines apply, and no historical resources will be impacted by the proposed development.

STAFF CONTACT: Christina Rios, Associate Planner (760) 633-2794 or crios@encinitasca.gov

PRIOR TO OR AT THE PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD AT 5:00 PM ON TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026, ANY INTERESTED PERSON MAY REVIEW THE APPLICATION AND PRESENT TESTIMONY, ORALLY OR IN WRITING, TO THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT. WRITTEN TESTIMONY IS PREFERRED IN ORDER TO HAVE A RECORD OF THE COMMENTS RECEIVED.

(10-(11), you may be required to provide evidence of the exemption supported by a declaration under penalty of perjury. If the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale cannot be issued due to a quali ed transferee’s failure or inability to provide the necessary reporting information, the quali ed transferee will be responsible for all fees and costs to re-notice the trustee’s sale.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY

OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 266-7512 or visit this internet website www. elitepostandpub.com, using the 25-77118. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (866) 266-7512, or visit this internet website www. elitepostandpub.com, using

the 25-77118 to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Dated: 4/21/2026 ZBS LAW, LLP, as Trustee 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606 For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (714) 8487920For Sale Information: (866) 266-7512 www.elitepostandpub.com

Michael Busby, Trustee Sale O cer This o ce is enforcing a security interest of your creditor. To the extent that your obligation has been discharged by a bankruptcy court or is subject to an automatic stay of bankruptcy, this notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a demand for payment or any attempt to collect such obligation. EPP 47651 Pub Dates 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32239

NOTICE OF SALE

In accordance with the provisions of the California Uniform Commercial Code, there being due and unpaid storage and other charges related to the storage for which Oceanside Terrace, LLC is entitled to a lien as Warehouse on the goods hereinafter described, and due notice having been given to those known to claim an interest, and the time speci ed in such notice for payment of such charges having expired, notice is hereby given that these goods will be sold at public auction at 221 N EL CAMINO REAL, SPACE 75, OCEANSIDE, California

92058 on May 12th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. The following is a brief description of the property to be sold: A 1993 Skyline Mobilehome, Decal number LAT9573, Serial number 1V710622FA / 1V710622FB, HUD Label/Insignia Number ULI363259 / ULI363258, 56 feet in length, 23 feet, 8 inch in width. Said mobilehome and its contents will be sold “as is” and “where is,” and without any covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, mobilehome park approval, encumbrances (including taxes and fees owed to County or State) or any other matter whatsoever. Payment in the form of money order or cashier’s check must be made at the time of the sale. Purchase of the mobilehome by any bidder does not include any right of possession to the mobilehome space itself, any right to resell the home on-site, or to tenancy in the park. All bidders other than Warehouse lienholder must remove the mobilehome from the park by a licensed bonded contractor within 7 days. Please note that the sale may be cancelled at any time, up to and including the time of the sale.

Name of Owners: The Estate of William Hackbarth

Amount Due: $3,364.07

Dated at Sunnyvale, California April 21, 2026.

By:

JUDY C. TSAI

Attorney for Oceanside Terrace, LLC

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T.S. No. 143935-CA APN: 166-330-11-00

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 4/13/2014. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE

If additional information is not required, the Development Services Department will render a determination on the application, pursuant to Section 2.28.090 of the City of Encinitas Municipal Code, after the close of the review period. An Appeal of the Department’s determination accompanied by the appropriate ling fee may be led within 10-calendar days from the date of the determination. Appeals will be considered by the City Council pursuant to Chapter 1.12 of the Municipal Code. Any ling of an appeal will suspend this action as well as any processing of permits in reliance thereon in accordance with Encinitas Municipal Code Section 1.12.020(D)(1) until such time as an action is taken on the appeal.

The above item is located within the Coastal Zone and requires the issuance of a regular Coastal Development Permit. The action of the Development Services Director may not be appealed to the California Coastal Commission.

Under California Government Code Sec. 65009, if you challenge the nature of the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised regarding the matter described in this notice or written correspondence delivered to the City at or prior to the date and time of the determination.

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PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 5/29/2026 at 9:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 4/29/2013 as Instrument No. 2013-0266821 of O cial Records in the o ce of the County Recorder of San Diego County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: ADAN CARACHURE, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE & SEPARATE PROPERTY WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; ENTRANCE OF THE EAST COUNTY REGIONAL CENTER, 250 E. MAIN STREET, EL CAJON, CA 92020 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other

common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3135 LINDA DR, OCEANSIDE, CA 92056-4359 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $146,343.49 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The bene ciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING (Planning Commission)

The Planning Commission of the City of San Marcos will hold the following public hearing in the City Council Chambers located at San Marcos City Hall, 1 Civic Center Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069 at 6:30 p.m., on Monday May 18, 2026.

Project No: and Name: CSP19-00003 / Master Sign Program North City

Applicant: Urban Villages San Marcos, LLC.

Request: A Comprehensive Sign Program (CSP), that would govern the design, type, and details of all signage proposed for the University District Speci c Plan (UDSP) area known as North City.

Environmental Determination: The Comprehensive Sign Program (CSP19-00003) has been found to be within the scope of the certi ed Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) (SCH No. 2008101083), which is in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 15162. CEQA Section 15162(a) allows a lead agency to utilize the existing and adopted/certi ed EIR when no substantial changes are proposed in the project that require a major revision to the previous EIR or when a substantial increase in the severity of the previously identi ed signi cant e ects are not found. As such, sta has analyzed the proposed CSP and found this project to meet the intent of the certi ed FEIR and will not result in substantial changes in the original project, will not involve substantial changes to the circumstances for which the project was originally undertaken, and no major changes to the intent for original development or new information of substantial importance not known at the time of the initial CEQA review have been identi ed. Therefore, the City serving as the lead agency has determined that the proposed CSP can rely on the certi ed FEIR for the project without modi cation.

Location of Property: The University District Speci c Plan area located south of State Route 78, north of Barham Drive, east and west of Twin Oaks Valley Road, south of Carmel Street and west of the Sprinter Rail Line, more particularly described as portion of Block 58, Map 806, Rancho Los Vallecitos de San Marcos; Map No. 15997, Map No. 16126, Map No. 16246, Parcel Map No. 2617, Parcel Map No. 20991, Parcel Map No. 2786, Parcel Map No. 21264, and portions of North City Drive, June Way, Campus Way, and Industrial Street. Assessor’s Parcel No.: 220-202-(12 to 69) and 221-110-(09 to 78).

Further information about this notice can be obtained from Sam Dominguez, Associate Planner, by calling 760744-1050 extension 4598, or via email sdominguez@san-marcos.net

Notice: The Planning Division can be contacted at (760) 744-1050, extension 3233 or via email slebaron@san-marcos.net. The City of San Marcos is committed to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to participate in this public hearing or any other City program, service, or activity, please contact the City Clerk’s o ce at 1 Civic Center Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069, or call (760) 744-1050, extension 3145.

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CITY OF VISTA

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Vista will hold a public hearing at 5:30 pm, Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 200 Civic Center Drive, Vista California regarding a proposed contract amendment with the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) to modify the City’s safety contract to include the provisions of Government Code Section 20434, which de nes “Local Fire Fighter” to include employees of a re department performing re ghting, re prevention, re training, hazardous materials, emergency medical services or re or arson investigation services.

ALL INTERESTED PARTIES ARE INVITED to attend said hearing and express opinions on the matter outlined above.

To submit a comment in writing, email PublicComments@vista.gov and write the item number and/or title of the item in the subject line. Oral comments will also be accepted by leaving a message at 760- 643-2815. Please include your name and the spelling, as well as the item number or title of the item you wish to speak about. All comments received by 2:00 pm will be emailed (voice messages will be summarized) to the City Council members and included as an “Add to Packet” on the City’s website prior to the meeting. Please note, comments will not be read at the meeting.

Kathy Valdez, City Clerk

either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. All checks payable to Prestige Default Services, LLC.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY

Nida Taylor, Foreclosure Coordinator PPP #26-004055 04/24/2026, 05/01/2026, 05/08/2026 CN 32204

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more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (855) 313-3319 or visit this Internet website www. clearreconcorp.com, using the le number assigned to this case 143935-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: E ective January 1, 2021, you may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (855) 313-3319, or visit this internet website www. clearreconcorp.com, using the le number assigned to this case 143935-CA to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify

as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (855) 3133319 CLEAR RECON CORP 3333 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 225 San Diego, California 92108 STOX 959080_143935CA 04/24/2026, 05/01/2026, 05/08/2026 CN 32205

T.S. No.: 25-15334 Loan No.: ******8358 APN: 207-021-4500 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/23/2022. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank speci ed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on

the day of sale.

Trustor: Eileen S. Carbone, A Widow And Karlie Carbone, A Single Woman, As Joint Tenants

Duly Appointed Trustee: Prestige Default Services, LLC Recorded 8/31/2022 as Instrument No. 2022-0347804 of O cial Records in the o ce of the Recorder of San Diego County, California, Date of Sale: 5/18/2026 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the entrance to the East County Regional Center by the Statue 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, 92020

Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,079,312.90 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4208 PARK DRIVE Carlsbad, California 92008

A.P.N.: 207-021-45-00

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the bene ciary within 10 days of the date of rst publication of this Notice of Sale.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL

BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult

OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (949) 776-4697 or visit this Internet Website https:// prestigepostandpub.com, using the le number assigned to this case 25-15334. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (949) 776-4697, or visit this internet website https:// prestigepostandpub.com, using the le number assigned to this case 25-15334 to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

Date: 4/13/2026

Prestige Default Services, LLC

1920 Old Tustin Ave. Santa Ana, California 92705

Questions: 949-427-2010

Sale Line: (949) 776-4697

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2024-02000 Loan No.: SPM-552022 APN: 216-370-01-10 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/26/2022. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank speci ed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below, The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Sheldon E. Stunkel And Sally M. Stunkel, Husband And Wife As Joint Tenants Duly Appointed Trustee: Superier Loan Servicing Recorded 6/1/2022 as Instrument No, 2022-0231069 in book , page of O cial Records in the o ce of the Recorder of San Diego County, California, Date of Sale: 5/11/2026 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the entrance to the East County Regional Center by statue, 250 E, Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $679,397.93 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 7428 Via De Fortuna Carlsbad, California 92009 A.PN.: 216-370-01-10 “As Is Where Is” The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location

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of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the bene ciary within 10 days of the date of rst publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:

If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. No Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale shall be issued or authorized for recording unless and until the foreclosure trustee has received all required federal reporting certi cations or veri ed that the transferee quali es for an applicable exemption. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 730-2727 or visit this Internet Web site www. servicelink ASAP.com, using the le number assigned to this case 2024-02000. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale, NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you

are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (714) 730-2727, or visit this internet website www. servicelink ASAP.com, using the le number assigned to this case 2024-02000 to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: 4/13/2026 Superior Loan Servicing, by Asset Default Management, Inc., as Agent for Trustee 28348 Roadside Drive, 1st Floor Agoura Hills, California 91301 Sale Line: (714) 730-2727 Julie Taberdo, Trustee Sale O cer A-4871867 04/17/2026, 04/24/2026, 05/01/2026 CN 32189

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 25-001462CTT Loan No: Deluca APN 129-292-36-00 and 185-041-1300 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST WITH ASSIGNMENT OF RENTS DATED NOVEMBER 30, 2010. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On May 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM, at the entrance io the East County Regional Center by statue, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020, CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY, as the duly appointed Trustee (the “Trustee”), under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents recorded on November 30, 2010, as Instrument No. 2010-0657174 of o cial records in the o ce of the Recorder of San Diego County, CA, executed by: Dino A. DeLuca, a married man as his sole and separate property, as Trustor (the “Trustor™), in favor of DJA Investments, LLC, a California limited liability company, as Bene ciary, and any modi cations thereto are collectively referred to herein from time to time as the “Deed of Trust”, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: As more particularly described in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and made a part hereof NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: if you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the Property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the Property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. if you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being

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Solana Beach outlines projects, goals for work plan

City advances housing, mobility and safety efforts

By Leo Place SOLANA BEACH —

The City Council discussed a long list of planned and ongoing capital projects and program goals for its 2026-27 work plan last week, including updates about progress from the prior year.

Council members’ feedback from April 22 will be used to shape the final city work plan for the upcoming year and to inform city budget discussions in May and June.

Work plan items fall under one of five categories: Affordable Housing and Livable Communities, Transportation and Mobility, Environmental Sustainability and Energy, Youth, Senior, and Community Well-Being, and General Governance and Fiscal Responsibility.

Major work items completed this year included: construction of the Fletcher Cove ramp rehabilitation and shower tower project; implementation of a shuttle service for local seniors; expansion of cybersecurity; collaboration with the business district; and the addition of online application and payment tools for business certificates and permits.

Governing Affairs Manager Dion Akers said one goal in this year's work plan is to develop strategies to attract more people to Solana Beach during upcoming international events, such as the 2028 Summer Olympics and

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more than three years.

“(During her time at Evolve), she led the way; a smart female with an eye for detail. That was Joanna,” Anning said.

Shields, who left the company about 18 months ago, remained in touch with Anning and the Evolve family and appeared to be thriving in recent months, Anning said, noting that he had spoken with her just days before her death.

“We are deeply saddened. It’s a big blow, and her death hit our community really hard — we were all close to her. She was just doing so well. That’s the thing that’s really sh--. She had direction, and she was on track. For her life to be cut short like this is devastating.”

Other local businesses, including Oceanside’s Tipping Pint Brewing Co., also expressed their condolences on social media.

“We’re heartbroken to share that Joanna, a close member of the Tipping Pint family, recently passed away during a camping trip,” the business said. “You may have seen her around on the weekends rolling through on her skateboard with a huge

Paralympics in Los Angeles.

These efforts could also highlight the city’s 40th anniversary, staff said.

“Next year, we’d like to make a concerted effort to develop and implement strategies related to increased tourism and hospitality in advance of international sporting opportunities coming to Southern California in the coming years,” Akers said.

The City Council also received status updates on major projects, including the Marine Safety Center rebuild and the Lomas Santa Fe Corridor project.

The Marine Safety Center at Fletcher Cove Park acts as the city’s lifeguard headquarters and is in major need of upgrades.

After approving permits in late 2024, the city is working with the California Coastal Commission on the next steps, and plans to apply for a Coastal Development Permit by the end of the year, staff said.

Staff said they are continuing to develop more detailed designs and are considering various options to make it a central site for

emergency operations, in addition to marine safety.

“Over the past year, they’ve created an in-depth technical study because of the location,” said Engineering and Public Works Director Orelia DeBraal.

Work is also continuing on the $15 million Lomas Santa Fe Corridor Project, adding pedestrian, bike, and circulation improvements along the major east-west arterial from Highway 101 to the city’s eastern boundary at Highland Drive.

The city is currently working on the $7 million eastern portion of the project, from Santa Helena, east of Interstate 5, to Highland Drive.

The western portion of the project is expected to cost around $8 million, with $3.5 million allocated by SANDAG earlier this year.

Additional funding is still being sought.

Housing

One housing goal from previous work plan years is for the city to adopt a permit-ready accessory dwelling unit (ADU) program

smile on her face. That’s how a lot of us will remember her.”

An online fundraising effort has been launched to help cover funeral expenses and related costs, and has so far raised $21,630, according to the listing.

“Right now, her family needs support,” Tipping Pint wrote.

Until the coroner’s findings are made public, law enforcement officials are urging the public to avoid drawing conclusions based

in order to facilitate ADU production.

Originally, the city planned to offer a series of pre-approved plans for those building ADUs, making the approval process simpler than if they brought their own plans.

City staff said they expect to finalize the program by June, and marked it as “complete” under this year’s work plan. However, they clarified that instead of the city creating and offering a series of its own plans designed by an architect, state legislation requires cities to process pre-approved plans from other jurisdictions as well.

“The state changed some of the legislation, that any other jurisdiction that has pre-approved plans, those other jurisdictions have to accept them … For the most part, anyone can bring something from a jurisdiction or the state that has preapproved plans in place,” said Community Development Director Joseph Lim.

Councilmember Dave Zito expressed some frustration with this, noting that the item should have been marked as “adjusted” rather than “complete.”

“To me, that should have been ‘adjusted,’ because that’s a totally different outcome than what we put in the work plan,” Zito said.

Work is almost complete on the rebuild of the Solana Highlands Apartments, now called Riva Solana Beach, along Nardo Drive.

According to the work plan, the last required item before certifying final occupancy is the installation of traffic calming measures,

Olimpio R. Cervantes San Marcos April 21, 2026

John William English Vista April 20, 2026

which will include landscaping.

Traffic, e-bikes

Another in-progress work plan item the council discussed is the analysis of possible locations for flashing yellow left-turn lights, also known as permissive yellow lights. Council members said these lights would help reduce wait times and prevent traffic backups at certain intersections.

City staff said they are analyzing locations along Stevens Avenue and Lomas Santa Fe Drive.

“At Stevens and Nardo, you can sit for minutes and minutes and minutes there, and there’s no traffic at all. If there was a flashing yellow, you could make that turn and not have to sit there,” said Councilmember Jewel Edson.

Solana Beach’s work plan contains several items related to e-bikes, such as workshops and collaboration with local schools, the San Diego County Bike Coalition, and BikeWalkSolana.

The city has completed several of these items and continues to collaborate with the Sheriff’s Office on the enforcement of local laws.

Council members supported continuing to work with local e-bike stores and rental companies so they can also share basic information about local laws with customers.

“We will likely look to continue education, signage, and enforcement activities specific to this issue next year, perhaps with greater collaboration with the Sheriff’s and local bike shops,” Akers said.

Councilmember Jill MacDonald asked wheth-

er the city was planning to discuss a minimum age requirement for riding e-bikes, similar to those adopted in other North County cities such as Carlsbad and San Marcos.

Mayor Lesa Heebner said she would be open to it. Zito said he would only support it if the age restrictions applied to all motorized forms of transportation.

Other ongoing work plan items include:

• Continued discussions with the North County Transit District about potential development on their property;

• Upgrading the city’s participation in Clean Energy Alliance to a 100% renewable energy option;

• La Colonia Park Master Plan updates;

• Discussions with the Santa Fe Irrigation District about Glenmont Pocket Park;

• Reviewing local regulations regarding backyard chickens, beekeeping, and fruit trees;

• Planning of the city’s Coastal Rail Trail extension and collaboration with the City of Encinitas on a Highway 101 pedestrian crossing near Cardiff State Beach;

• Continue refining the scope of another request for proposals for the Pearl Affordable Housing Project.

City Manager Alyssa Muto said the city’s finance office is collaborating with various city departments to make any other adjustments for next year’s work plan and budget. This helps the city better understand the work and funding needed to make these items a reality.

“A lot of the actions that we have on our work plan do require additional funding,” Muto said.

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on incomplete or unverified information.

“The outcome of the toxicology and final determination of the cause and manner of death will determine how this investigation will proceed,” Rosas said.

Anyone with information that may be related to this investigation is asked to contact Detective R. Geng at 831-755-3700 or provide information anonymously at mcso.countyofmonterey. gov by selecting the “Submit a Tip” tab.

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The two primes of surfer Dale Dobson

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During times of economic downturn or uncertainty, people tend to spend less on big-ticket items, while still buying small, affordable indulgences.

The term “lipstick effect” posits that even when budgets are tight, women still buy lipstick to feel good, maintain a sense of normalcy or preserve a bit of luxury in their lives.

And, yes, men also behave this way.

This psychological balancing act reflects the anxiety of people about their economic future. They’re cutting back on buying cars, vacations, electronics and clothing because in uncertain times… well, you get the idea.

Still, the desire for pleasure, self-expression and emotional uplift doesn’t disappear. Consumers look for smaller, lower-risk purchases that still deliver a sense of reward. A $20 lipstick, gourmet coffee, premium chocolate bars or streaming subscriptions become substitutes for larger luxuries.

Such consumer adaptation provides emotional comfort and a sense of control. People may feel powerless in the face of larger economic forces, but such small purchases offer manageable ways to boost mood without jeopardizing financial stability.

Brands that sell “affordable luxuries” often perform surprisingly well during recessions. Beauty products, personal care items, and certain food and beverage categories can remain resilient or even grow.

People want to maintain their sense of self … especially in hard times. Because buying that lipstick is about maintaining one’s dignity, confidence and sense of normal life despite external stresses.

In today’s economy, the lipstick effect shows up in everything from premium coffee drinks to boutique fitness classes to subscription services. The common thread is accessibility paired with emotional payoff.

Ultimately, people don’t stop seeking joy when times are tough; they simply redefine it. For businesses, understanding this shift can mean the difference between contraction and fatter profits.

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ale Dobson is among the greatest athletes of our time. Any surfer who ever saw him ride during his two primes: the first lasting over a decade from the mid-1960s through the late ‘70s; the second beginning circa 1980 until circa 2025, when he his numerous injuries kept him landlocked. I observed his second reign, when, in his mid-40s he ruled the longboard renaissance like nobody before or since. He had a magic on waves from 1 to 10 feet, and a comfort in the ocean that was far less evident on land, unless he was riding a skateboard.

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Magical Address

The most important part of deciding where to live is, of course, location, location, location.

For the Ewing family, that’s Disney World in Florida, People magazine reported on April 21. Adam, 41, and Lauren, 36, and their two daughters live about half the year at an RV campsite at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort.

Resort rules stipulate that a single resort reservation can’t be longer than 26 days, so every few weeks, the Ewings pack up their RV, go somewhere else for 24 hours and move back in the next day.

“This has just always been our go-to place,” Adam said. “We developed a community of friends here and we never wanted to leave.”

The family started living full-time in their RV during COVID, and other times of the year, the Ewings find themselves in places like Utah, Canada and Vermont, but always make their way back home. Despite living at the most magical place on Earth, daily life for the Ewings is fairly typical of most families.

“Most of the time, it is that normal life, working out, doing schoolwork, regular work, and then we’ll go to the parks ... mostly at night,” Lauren said. Living on Disney property comes with a Disney price tag — the family has paid up to $8,000 per month to stay on site, a cost they say is well worth it.

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It doesn’t seem possible that Dale is gone. I mean, he was so strong and had such great endurance, always reinventing himself and earning a second professional career at an age when most surfers hang up the waves for the checkers board.

Dale was a famous surfer — famous, but not as famous as he should have been. I first heard of him

[People, 4/21/26]

It’s a Bird...

A spring football game at Virginia Tech was delayed after a parachuter crashed into the scoreboard over the school’s football field, Lane Stadium, the New York Post reported on April 18.

Shortly before the game, which was scheduled to start at 3 p.m., two parachuters could be seen gliding over the field. The first one flew safely over, while the second crashed into the board, between the “C” and “H” in “Tech.” Emergency personnel were able to retrieve the parachuter safely, and the skydiver was not hospitalized.

While fans waited for the game to start, the board displayed an explanation for the delay: “Attention please. We are waiting for EMTs to get out of the board. Thank you for your patience.” Over on X, Virginia Tech Athletics said, “We are grateful to report the skydiver was safely secured and is currently stable. Our primary focus remains on their well-being.”

The football game resumed at 4 p.m. [New York Post, 4/18/26]

• That same day, on the other side of the country, a hot air balloon carrying 13 passengers made an unexpected stop in a backyard in Temecula, California, ABC 7 News reported.

According to witnesses, the pilot announced that a lack of wind and dwindling fuel supply meant he had to land. “He was trying to get us to the street, but we couldn’t get to the street in time, so we landed in the people’s backyard, safe and sound,” passenger Brianna Avalos said. “He was an amazing pilot!”

Neighbors alerted the

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in the mid-60s when he was ruling La Jolla Shores, switching stance from regular foot (left foot forward to goofyfoot (the opposite) as easily as the average surfer walks down a sidewalk.

His switch stance was so effortless that I am still uncertain if his natural stance was regular or goofyfoot. While brilliant with either foot forward, Dale was not the first switch footer from La Jolla. The original Mr. Pipeline, the late great Butch Van Artsdalen, had that move wired on waves from 2 to 20 feet.

While Dale may have learned a trick or two from Van Artsdalen, his approach to wave riding appears to

homeowners, Hunter and Jenna Perrin, of the incident. “I open the sliding glass door, and there’s a basket full of 13 people in my backyard!” Hunter said. “The pilot ... got it right down inside, directly into the backyard, where there was nothing. The balloon didn’t catch on anything. No one was injured.”

[ABC 7, 4/19/26]

Hot Dog!

Some high school students take a limo to prom. Others, like Breckan Andrews of Topeka, Kansas, roll up in the Oscar Mayer Weinermobile. According to UPI, the Seaman High School junior and his friends were at Sonic on Friday, April 17, when they spotted the vehicle at a nearby grocery store.

An idea formed. “One of my buddies was like, ‘Can we rent this thing?’ and I was like, ‘Well, what if we just ask about prom? What if they take us? It’s tomorrow,’” Andrews said. “You miss all the shots you don’t take,” he added.

Driver — or “Hot Dogger,” as they say in the wiener biz — Maggie Dawson was happy to help and took the students to prom free of charge. “It was like a little light bulb,” she said. “We were like, ‘Well, what time is prom?’ And from there, we checked our schedule, and we were able to make it happen.” [UPI, 4/20/26]

Uncanny

Erika Brown of Anderson, Indiana, is an only child, but is looking for her doppelganger. UPI reported on April 18 that facial recognition software flagged Brown for potential fraud during her driver’s license renewal.

A Fraud and Security Enforcement investigator had to verify Brown’s identity before allowing her to continue with the renewal. The officer showed her photos of another Indiana woman who is the same age as Brown but has a different name and address. Brown was stunned by the resemblance. “What are the odds that we look so similar, live in the same place, and have never crossed paths?” she said. “Seeing someone who looks so much like me was really strange and bizarre.” She was finally issued her license after three months

be basically original. There was something unique in the way he stood tall in the tube, heavy water threatening to collapse on him while he stood, exerting no more energy than someone would in rolling up their sleeve to check their watch.

While he is known for his tube riding, his nose riding and hard turns were also brilliantly executed. I never saw him surf in the early ‘60s but imagine he stood out even then. Later, when boards dropped from 10 to 6 feet, Dale was among the top surfers in the U.S.

I recall paddling out and seeing Dale powerfully stroking into a 3-foot wave. After an effortless rise to

of waiting but continues her search for her lookalike. “How does something like this even happen genetically?” Brown wonders. [UPI, 4/21/26]

Here’s the Buzz

It was an unusual sight on the side of the road on I-40 in east Tennessee: Beekeepers, donned in full gear, trying to collect 1 million bees after the truck they were in crashed on April 17 in Knoxville, the Associated Press reported. Tennessee Department of Transportation regional spokesperson Mark Nagi said the swarm shut down an exit and the truck was destroyed in the accident, but that there were no injuries. Nagi posted a photo of the bees and beekeepers on social media. “... the bees are ... well ... buzzing,” he said. “Unless you are dressed in this outfit please stay in your vehicles in this area.” All the bees were rescued and moved from the area. [AP, 4/17/26]

A-moose-ing

Catching a glimpse of a

his feet, he ran to the nose, hung five and did something I had never seen before or since. While keeping his foot planted firmly on the tip, Dale leaned back and did a turn from that position and was soon racing down the line in a stealthy “cheater five.”

Dale Dobson died in February 2025 at 78. His ashes were paddled out at Cardiff Reef this past Sunday, April 26. On hand were the great love of his life, Sandi Sarver, former surfing champion Peter Townend and longboard genius David Nuuhiwa, and a group of friends from up and down the California Coast.

moose in Montana is not unheard of. A moose in Montana taking a nap in front of a radio station called “The Moose”? Now that’s funny. On April 22, UPI reported that a moose was seen wandering around Bozeman. A Montana State University student, Alivia Ballenger, took a video of the moose running across a vacant lot near her apartment, and her father, a real estate agent, reposted it on his realty business page. “It’s a great lot,” he said. “I think the moose thought so, too.”

Later that day, radio station The Moose 94.7 FM, shared a video of the moose lying down for a nap next to the station, with the caption, “We had a special visitor outside the ‘MOOSE’ studio this morning.” Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks declined to take any action. “Yesterday was the first time we had received reports that this moose was in the area,” Information Officer Morgan Jacobsen said. “We didn’t get reports that it was causing conflicts or obstructing traffic.” [UPI, 4/22/26]

Del Mar, Solana Beach name new shared fire chief

By Leo Place

DEL MAR — The cit-

ies of Del Mar and Solana Beach are blazing a new path via a shared management agreement to operate their respective fire departments, including hiring a new permanent fire chief to lead the next steps of the process.

On April 23, city officials confirmed that Vista Deputy Fire Chief Bret Davidson will be the new fire chief for Del Mar and Solana Beach, effective May 18. Davidson will be relieving interim fire chief Colin Stowell, who came out of retirement in December to temporarily support the two cities in creating a new fire management structure.

Davidson currently serves as Vista’s deputy fire chief and has 39 total years of fire service experience, including with other departments in Pine Valley, El Centro, Poway, and Rancho Santa Fe, as well as cooperative regional efforts involving coastal communities.

He said he looks forward to teaching and mentoring fire professionals so they can advance in their careers, and applying his experience with fuel mitigation efforts in Vista to fireprone areas along the coast.

“Solana Beach and Del Mar are both great communities,” Davidson said.

“They both believe in transparency and they each have a unique culture in their communities. Both cities

are aligned in their core values and both city managers have a good relationship, so I’m looking forward to it.”

In his first few months, the new chief will focus on hiring permanent fire management staff, the city of Del Mar said in a statement. He will also facilitate Fire Prevention Month in June to help prepare the local community for the fall fire season.

After several months of planning, Del Mar and Solana Beach agreed last week to operate their fire departments under a seven-person shared management structure, including a fire chief, a management analyst, a fire marshal, two fire prevention specialists, and two battalion chiefs.

These seven staff members represent the bare minimum number of personnel needed to manage the two fire departments, Del Mar leaders emphasized at the City Council’s April 21 meeting.

“There is a lot of duties and responsibilities that this very lean staff will be responsible for,” said Del Mar City Manager Ashley Jones.

Under this interim cost-sharing agreement, the two cities will split the approximately $1.7 million cost for the seven positions equally. The cities will revisit the topic as the shared management agreement continues.

The new structure fol-

for this tonight because I really feel like we should have the full budget viewed first … It’s not that I don’t think it’s incredibly important to have a great fire department,” Quirk said.

Jones said approval was essential to start filling the management positions. Del Mar is responsible for hiring one fire prevention specialist and the fire marshal.

Both cities will conduct internal promotional testing in May to fill the two battalion chief roles.

be based out of the Solana Beach station.

The chief will be supported by the two battalion chiefs and a management analyst. Battalion chiefs will be responsible for daily emergency management and administrative duties, such as community outreach, training and recruitment, facilities and fleet management, emergency medical response, and coordination with the San Dieguito EMS District (CSA17).

and education.

These efforts are especially important following the recent release of updated fire hazard severity zone maps in California. While only a small portion of Solana Beach falls within a moderate, high, or veryhigh severity zone under the new maps, a majority of Del Mar’s city boundaries fall within a very-high severity zone.

lows after the end of a 15year cooperative fire services management model between the fire departments in Del Mar, Solana Beach, and Encinitas. The three departments previously shared and split costs for management staff, with Encinitas providing the majority of executive fire management.

The agreement ended in March, after the Encinitas Fire Department announced last year that it could no longer support the shared model and needed to focus solely on the city of Encinitas.

The Del Mar City Council approved the new staffing agreement in a 3-1 vote, with Councilmember Dan Quirk opposed. Quirk said he preferred to wait until after budget discussions had taken place.

“I’m not going to vote

Del Mar will pay roughly twice as much as under the old cooperative agreement for shared management under the new model — about $850,000 annually versus about $400,000 previously.

However, this model will be much more beneficial, and the city will be able to meet many more of its fire-related needs, especially in fire prevention, Jones said.

While Solana Beach and Del Mar will share the costs of these management positions, the two cities will maintain their existing firefighting “floor” crews, composed of firefighter-paramedics, engineers, and fire captains. This includes nine personnel in Del Mar and 18 in Solana Beach.

Each city will also maintain its own fire engines and other apparatus, as well as its own fire stations. The fire chief will

The fire marshal, with the support of two fire prevention specialists, will lead the fire prevention division, which oversees property inspections, fire code compliance, fire investigations, the Wildland-Urban Interface areas and high fire severity zones, brush management, and public outreach and education.

Stowell said the fire marshal is a specialized role that is more important than ever, as they coordinate with other departments and external agencies and must stay up to date on rapidly changing fire prevention best practices.

“They fall outside of what the fire chief can keep up with on code changes, dealing with other departments,” Stowell said.

One fire prevention specialist will be assigned to each city to complete inspections, coordinate with fire prevention crews, and conduct public outreach

Properties within these zones must meet vegetation management requirements, including clearing dead and flammable brush within a specified distance of the main structure. Fire prevention staff are responsible for ensuring that property owners are aware of and comply with these requirements.

“Our high-risk maps have just changed. and that poses unknowns for additional prevention and management and unknowns for suppression as well,” said Councilmember Terry Gaasterland.

Del Mar Mayor Tracy Martinez thanked the interim management staff who came out of retirement to support the two cities during their transition. Along with interim chief Stowell, the two cities had the help of interim fire captain Hans Schmidt, who previously served as fire marshal for Solana Beach, Del Mar, and Encinitas under the old cooperative agreement.

Mission Hills HS extends win streak at Petco

By Noah Perkins

SAN

MARCOS

— In last Friday’s opening game of the 2026 John Baumgarten High School Baseball Series at Petco Park, Mission Hills head coach Griffin Teisher expected some early nerves from starting pitcher Noah Litchfield.

With a PA announcer, a big-league grounds crew and a field manicured like a rug, the stage could have rattled a high school senior still relatively new to pitching. Instead, Litchfield opened with a swinging strike against Escondido leadoff hitter Nate Manganiello and never really looked back.

He retired the first two hitters on a groundout to third and a popout to second before briefly losing the handle on a comebacker for an error. He quickly recovered, striking out Escondido cleanup hitter Augie Albert swinging to end the inning on 21 pitches — 17 for strikes.

Litchfield settled into command in the second, striking out the first batter he faced, inducing a foul out to the catcher, and finishing the frame with a called third strike — three up, three down on just nine pitches.

“He’s got a good pitch mix,” Teisher said. “It’s a low80s fastball and a good slider. He’s still fresh and kind of

new to pitching, but we saw the arm talent and put him on the mound. We’re learning as we go, and he’s been developing — he’s starting to get some college interest now, with a couple junior colleges on him. It’s been good to see that growth, and it’s really cool for a senior to get a shot to throw.”

Litchfield, a right-

hander, allowed one hit and struck out four over five innings. The game ended after Mission Hills scored five runs in the bottom of the fifth to extend the lead to 11-0 and trigger the run rule.

The win — Mission Hills’ third over Escondido (4-17) in the past week and 10th straight overall — moved the Grizzlies to 13-8

adapted and adjusted. We got healthier, had guys step into bigger roles, and a couple of transfers became eligible. All of that helped us really start rolling.”

Sophomore standout Micah Mecucci noted a team-wide shift.

“The team has a lot more energy,” Mecucci said after scoring two runs and patrolling center field. “We just really turned it up.”

Mecucci has been central to the turnaround. After missing part of the early season with a back strain, he has erupted for five home runs, three doubles and 12 RBIs in his last eight games.

“What he’s doing is pretty unbelievable,” Teisher said.

told him I needed his bat in the lineup, and he adapted. He was a middle infielder who adjusted and made it work. He’s been pretty spectacular this year.”

“And Daxton Hyde has been the guy who’s been consistent for us. We know what we’re going to get from him. He has the physical talent, and he’s really started to put it all together.”

“We’re starting to really see the fruits of working hard,” noted Hyde. “Team focus is really good, and we just love the guys we play with.”

For Mecucci, the experience of playing at Petco Park was as meaningful as the result.

overall and 8-0 in Palomar League play.

“We’re battle-tested,” Teisher said. “We played some of the best teams in the county early — Rancho Bernardo, Patrick Henry, San Marcos, Carlsbad — so we saw a lot of top Division I and Open Division programs. We learned from our mistakes, and our guys

Mission Hills spread the offense throughout the lineup. Right fielder Oliver Mulford drove in two runs on a two-hit night, while first baseman Daxton Hyde also finished with two hits, including a double, and two RBIs. Hyde, the team’s rotation anchor, leads the Grizzlies with a 3.20 ERA.

Left fielder Cody Reed added two hits and an RBI, and catcher Braden Kaylor scored twice.

“Oliver Mulford pitches on Mondays, and he’s been playing the outfield — a position he’d never played until this year,” Teisher said. “I

“They do this once every four years, and the fact that it landed on a year that we’re here is awesome,” he said. “Playing here is a dream a lot of people have, and it’s a lot cooler on the field.”

Teisher said that reaction is exactly the point of afternoons like this.

“It’s so cool for these guys to experience,” he said. “A lot of them idolize Padres players, so to get out here and have this experience is special. They can’t really control their excitement, so it’s about reeling them back into a baseball game. But it shows them where drive can take you.”

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ADHD Q&A What are common challenges adults with ADHD face at work?

One of the most common patterns I see in adults with ADHD shows up in three key areas.

The first is time. Highly capable people often struggle not because they lack skill, but because time slips away from them. I’ve worked with lawyers who are excellent at their jobs but risk being fired because they can’t consistently track or bill their time. I’ve seen nurses spend all their energy caring for patients, only to have no time left to complete their notes. Others find themselves unintentionally losing the entire workday and then spending their evenings and personal time trying to catch up. The issue isn’t effort—it’s how time is perceived, managed, and experienced.

The second challenge is task initiation. This shows up as difficulty getting started, moving to the next step, or staying connected between intention and action. Someone may know exactly what they want or need to do, yet struggle to translate that intention into motion. Even when the next step is simple—or the final step—there’s often a disconnect that makes starting or finishing feel far more difficult than it should. The question becomes: how do we turn intention into action in real time?

The third challenge is rejection sensitivity, which is closely tied to emotional regulation. Many adults with ADHD receive positive feedback and are told they’re good at what they do, yet carry a persistent internal narrative that they don’t belong, aren’t doing enough, or are on the verge of being fired. This inner dialogue often pushes people to overwork, overthink, and constantly try to prove themselves. While this can show up as anxiety, it’s frequently rooted in ADHD-related emotional dysregulation rather than a standalone anxiety disorder.

Over time, repeatedly

The woman behind the Sharp Mary Birch name

Ask any San Diegan what they think when they hear the name “Mary Birch,” and the answer is clear — new life.

About 7,000 babies are born at Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns each year, and over 250,000 have been delivered in the hospital’s 33-year history.

Born in 1886, Mary Birch (née Rand) was the daughter of the president of the Minneapolis Gas Light Company. She graduated from Bryn Mawr College in 1909.

Around that time, Stephen Birch was building his fortune by founding what became, for a time, the world’s largest copper company.

A family’s legacy

Mary and Stephen married in 1916 and settled in New York City, where they became active philanthropists. They had two children, Stephen and Mary.

The Stork Club takes flight

In 1955, Sharp Memorial Hospital opened its doors, featuring one of the county’s biggest labor and delivery centers. The maternity ward was known as “The Stork Club,” symbolized by the giant stork statue displayed atop the hospital.

Six years after the elder Mary died of cancer in 1930, at the young age of 44, Stephen Sr. purchased 30,000 acres in San Diego’s Otay Ranch.

Eight years later, he established the Stephen and Mary Birch

Foundation, with a focus on supporting hospitals.

Although Stephen died in 1940, the foundation continued its work with his daughter, Mary Birch Patrick, at the helm until her death in 1983.

“Many hospitals had maternity units, NICUs or a wing dedicated to women’s health,” says Bill Littlejohn, senior vice president and CEO of the Foundations of Sharp HealthCare. “But the concept of an entire hospital — its own building — just dedicated to women wasn’t common.”

However, the Stephen and Mary Birch Foundation recognized the value of a dedicated women’s hospital and gave $5 mil-

lion to build Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns. Opening in 1992 in Serra Mesa, it featured private labor-and-delivery suites, a world-class NICU and specialized operating rooms — establishing Sharp Mary Birch as a leader in women’s and newborn care. The Mary Birch name now extends to Sharp’s hospitals in La Mesa and Chula Vista. Today, the legacy continues, as Sharp aims to partner with Tri-City Medical Center reestablishing the hospital’s labor and delivery services later this year. “It’s wonderful to see Mary Birch’s name continue its legacy and, with Sharp, represent the joy of families bringing new life into the world,” Littlejohn says.

Scripps Health gets $12.7M for stem cell knee injury

By City News Service

SAN

DIEGO

— The California Institute for Regenerative Medicine has awarded Scripps Health more than $12.7 million to study the use of stem cells to repair certain types of knee injuries.

The funding will support laborato ry-based tissue engi neering and cartilage and bone repair surgeries in animals, led by investigators at the Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Re search and Education at Scripps Clinic on Torrey Pines Mesa.

If approved, the process could lead to clinical trials in humans.

“A biological implant that can successfully treat cartilage and bone defects of the knee would resolve the limited availability of donor graft tissue and has the potential to delay and eventually eliminate the need for joint replacement,”

Researchers aim to demonstrate that “surgically implanting the engineered, scaffold-free tissue to repair such injuries in animal models is safe and effective,” according to a Scripps statement.

At the end of the fiveyear grant period, researchers plan to submit an application to the Food and Drug Administration for a new drug or biological product.

said Dr. Darryl D’Lima, director of orthopedic research at Scripps Health and the study’s lead investigator.

The approach focuses on larger knee injuries in which damage to cartilage and underlying bone exceeds 2 square centimeters.

One current treatment option is osteochondral allograft transplant surgery, in which surgeons remove a cylinder of damaged cartilage and bone and replace it with healthy tissue from a deceased donor, according to Scripps. Limitations include donor availability and

tissue preservation.

Another option is a cell-based therapy using a patient’s own cartilage cells, which requires two surgeries and relies on cells that may not be ideal for regrowing cartilage due to slow growth and poor metabolism.

The CIRM funding — from a state agency established in 2004 after voters approved Proposition 71 — will build on earlier work at the research center.

According to the medical journal Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, knee cartilage injuries affect about 900,000 people annually in the United States, resulting in more than 200,000 surgical procedures.

Study: Flavor bans cut youth vaping

SAN DIEGO — By banning flavored tobacco products at a local level in California, the rate of youth vaping declines without a corresponding increase in

cigarette smoking, a UC San Diego report found.

The findings, based on an analysis of more than 2.8 million middle and high school students, were published April 10 in JAMA Health Forum. The research team analyzed responses from students who took the California Healthy Kids Survey between 2017 and 2022. The survey includes students in grades 7, 9 and 11 and asks about past-month use of tobacco products.

“Our findings suggest that local flavored tobacco bans can be an effective

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struggling with tasks that seem “simple” for others can create a deep sense of shame or self-doubt. People begin to believe they’re not capable or valuable, even though they may excel at complex, creative, or high-level work.

These foundational challenges—time, task ini-

strategy for reducing youth e-cigarette use,” said Eric Leas, assistant professor at UCSD Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science and senior author of the study. “Importantly, we did not find evidence that these policies led young people to switch to cigarettes, which has been a major concern raised in policy debates.”

According to national data, youth vaping peaked in 2019 when more than a quarter of high school students reported using electronic nicotine delivery

tiation, and emotional regulation—can quietly erode confidence while masking just how much potential is actually there.

If staying focused and organized feels like a constant battle, coaching can help you find systems that actually work for you.

Ian Wahlert is a certified ADHD coach with a decade of experi-

research

systems — more commonly known as e-cigarettes or vapes. The rate has since declined, but concerns about nicotine dependence and long-term health risks continue. California voters approved a statewide flavored tobacco sales ban in 2022, which took effect in 2023. But because many cities had implemented their own restrictions years earlier — some as early as 2011 — the researchers said these local policies provide an opportunity to study longer-term impacts of flavor bans.

ence helping over 1,000 adults manage ADHD. He is a recognized speaker providing coaching both locally and worldwide. Email info@adhdcoaching.life to submit your questions and get answers in future columns. This content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

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Together with Chef Juan Gonzalez, they have created a coastal tapas experience rooted in Basque spirit and California soul along Solana Beach’s Highway 101.

After six months of refining the menu and overall direction, the team invited a small media group to experience CTZN as it stands today. I joined Coast News advertising manager Sue Otto and Alex Cassaniti for an evening that began with cocktails before unfolding into a 13-course progression.

Willy Wu Jye Hwa and Karine Beers bring a deeply personal story to CTZN. Born and raised in Madagascar, the siblings came to San Diego for college and

progression with a balance of earth and sea. Grilled prawns, finished with espelette pepper butter and preserved lemon vinaigrette, delivered bold flavor with finesse, while wild mushrooms paired with smoked yam purée and aged sherry vinegar added a grounded, umami-rich contrast.

From the wood-fired grill, a New York strip steak with mojo verde and mojo picón showcased the kitchen’s command of fire, complemented by a beautifully executed branzino al pil pil with garlic chips and fresh parsley.

Dessert provided a fitting finale. A Basque cheesecake with roasted berry compote, reduced with Pedro Ximenez sherry, was indulgent without excess and a clear highlight.

quickly fell in love with the region.

Determined to build a life here, they invested their savings into launching La Clochette Du Coin in 2015, a concept that evolved from a specialty coffee bar into a destination for French-inspired dishes, pastries and breads made daily.

From those early days learning on the fly to expanding into a second location and bakery, their journey has been shaped by persistence and community support.

Early pintxos menu items set the tone with clean, vibrant flavors. Pan Con Tomate delivered a simple yet precise combination of heirloom tomato and olive oil over crisp pan crystal, while croquetas de pollo offered a rich, creamy bite balanced by pickled cucumber aioli. The classic patatas bravas brought crispy potatoes elevated with the garlic aioli.

CTZN, first envisioned in 2022, reflects both their upbringing and their mother’s influence. Inspired by the show "Cooking with the Musketeers," she embraced what she called “Cooking of the Earth,” where personality defines the dish.

The seafood paella quickly emerged as a centerpiece of the evening. Generously layered with blue gambas, local red snapper, Hokkaido scallops and Hope Ranch mussels, the dish was both abundant and refined. Smoked trout roe and lemon aioli added depth and brightness, making it one of the evening’s most memorable courses.

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Willy Wu Jye Hwa’s wine program leans into French and Spanish influences, thoughtfully curated to complement the menu’s Basque inspiration. A Rhône blend, Domaine Remejeanne “Monte Lune” 2024, offered bright red fruit and a silky texture, while the Graillot and Raul Perez “Encinas” Tinto 2021 brought darker fruit, pepper and savory depth, pairing seamlessly across the progression. Whether for a shared meal among friends or a relaxed date night along the coast, CTZN offers a compelling addition to Solana Beach’s dining scene and a concept that continues to evolve with purpose. More info at ctzn-sd.com.

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Mother’s Day

Evans Hotels offers three standout ways to celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 10:

• At Bahia Resort, a waterfront brunch in the Mission Bay Ballroom runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring a sparkling wine welcome, long-stem rose for mom and an expansive buffet. Details: bahiahotel.com/event/ mothers-day-brunch-buffet ($125 adults, $55 children, under 5 complimentary).

• At Catamaran Resort, a similarly timed brunch overlooks Mission Bay with carving stations, omelets, waffles, desserts, and a champagne and mimosa bar. Reservations: catamaranresort.com/event/ mothers-day-brunch ($120 adults, $60 children, under 5 complimentary).

• At A.R. Valentien, brunch (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and a three-course dinner (5 to 9:30 p.m.) feature seasonal dishes alongside Torrey Pines Golf Course views. Dinner is $95 adults, $55 children. Reservations: lodgetorreypines.com/ event/event-arv-mothersday-dining-ar-valentien.

Vista planners OK 141 apartments on S. Santa Fe Ave

By Leo Place VISTA — The Vista Planning

Commission signed off on a new plan last week for a five-story, 141-unit apartment project along South Santa Fe Avenue, after the developer decided to scrap a 96-unit plan approved by the city in 2024.

Known as the Caserra Apartments, the 141-unit project will be developed by Ambient Communities at the former Monte Vista Plaza site at 1070 South Santa Fe Avenue. The property previously had a two-story commercial building, which was demolished late last year.

The project, approved by the city in 2024, proposed 96 units, split among three residential buildings ranging from two to three stories. Eight of the 96 units would have been deed-restricted for very low-income households, or those making up to 50% of the area median income, or AMI.

“After the approval of the prior project, the combination of inflated construction costs, increased financing costs, and changes in state law led Ambient Communities to withdraw the prior application and redraw the project in the beginning of 2025,” said developer Jon Rilling.

After more than a year of work between the city and the developer, the Planning Commission unanimously

approved the application for the new project on April 21, with two of the seven commissioners absent.

Caserra Apartments will have a higher ratio of lower-income housing than the prior project, with 11 units for very low-income households and 11 for moderate-income households (those earning 80% to 120% of AMI). Unit sizes will include studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms, ranging from 480 to 910 square feet.

Vista’s zoning limits the maximum total density for the site to 71.4 units. However, the state density bonus law permitted the developer to have two density bonuses of 50% each due to the inclusion of lower-income units.

State law also allowed the developer to have four concessions and unlimited waivers of local design standards. Ambient Com-

munities requested and was granted the following:

• Reduction of front yard setbacks from 15 feet to 1 foot, 7 inches;

• Reduction of minimum open space from 28,200 square feet to 13,554 square feet;

• Increased building height from 45-foot maximum to 67 feet;

• Reduction of parking space dimension from 9x19 feet to 9x18 feet;

• Reduction of garage parking aisle widths from 32 feet to 24 feet;

• Removal of the requirement for 10-foot stepbacks above the third floor;

• Removal of the requirement for one loading space for every 25 regular parking spaces.

Commission Chair Lisa De Jesus lives near the project site and said this is the first project of its size coming to the area. While she understands the state

requirements for approving larger and larger projects, she said she has seen the impact these developments have on traffic and parking.

Still, she said, this is probably the best possible design for such a large project.

“I like the project, as far as the look of it is concerned. If we have to have 141 units on that street, you’ve done great with, I think, the massing,” De Jesus said. “Growth is something we have to allow.”

Caserra Apartments’ ground floor will be dedicated to parking, with four residential floors above. Communal open spaces will include two decks on the second floor, a rooftop deck, and an on-site dog park.

The building facade will be broken up with varying heights and stepbacks on the upper levels to provide visual relief, city planners said.

The project will exceed the state parking requirement, with a total of 165 spaces on-site. Because the project is within a half mile (as the crow flies) from the Sprinter station, state law allows as few as 71 spaces.

Caserra will also include electric vehicle spaces and a large bike storage area.

During early design review for the new project, the Planning Commission requested that the developer add more street trees and provide larger front setbacks. Ambient Communities incorporated more trees but continued to request the reduced front setback, noting that larger setbacks exist along other parts of the building perimeter.

“I appreciate the collaboration that you’ve done with staff, and the fire department so we can get our street trees,” said Commissioner Maria Joliff. “I think you’ve put a lot of thought into the amenities, and I like the layout.”

San Diego among CA’s worst areas for affordable housing

Housing affordability in California improved slightly in 2025, but San Diego County remained among the least affordable markets, while significant gaps persisted for Black households, according to a

report released today by the California Association of Realtors.

According to CAR, 19% of California households earned enough income to purchase a median-priced home in 2025, up from 18% the previous year. In San Diego County, affordability levels were among the lowest in the state, with 17% of all households able to afford a median-priced home. Among demographic groups, 23% of Asian households and 21% of White non-Hispanic households could afford a home, compared with just 11% of Hispanic/Latino households — the lowest rate statewide — and 11% of Black households, according to the report.

Statewide, affordability varied widely by demographic group. Twenty-nine percent of Asian households and 23% of White non-Hispanic households could afford a median-priced home, compared to 11% each for Black and Hispanic/Latino households.

The statewide median price for a detached home was $875,550 in 2025. A minimum annual income of $221,200 was required to afford monthly payments of about $5,530, including taxes and insurance, assuming a 20% down payment and a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage at 6.71%, according to the association.

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A garden grows in South Oceanside at The Plot

Jessica and Davin Waite are on a mission.

The couple’s vision for the backyard, surrounding alley and side street of The Plot restaurant in Oceanside is to “transform a stretch of a community lane into garden beds where our neighbors can pick vegetables for their dinner,” said Jessica Waite, co-owner of The Plot.

This concept is an extension of a kitchen vegetable garden that began on Oceanside Boulevard at Davin’s sushi restaurant, Wrench and Roden.

When they began their new project at The Plot, the pair knew they wanted the food to be plant-based and vegan. That means the chefs had to be creative with their menus and have plenty of vegetables nearby to work with.

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Jessica enlisted the help of Bianca Bonilla, founder of Oceanside-based Botanical Community Development Initiatives (Plants, People and Community), to help create the garden beds that began just outside of the restaurant.

Starting with a few beds interspersed between the serving tables a few years ago, Davin and his staff of chefs eagerly harvested the vegetables that Bianca, Jessica and he had cultivated.

The 1,000-square-foot growing space, which once was a parking lot, is now cultivated by Jessica, Davin and the entire team. The initial space has burst forth into the alley and Tremont Street, so that the neighbors can be a part of this exciting regenerative urban garden.

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Garden to kitchen

Head Chef Davin and his staff use all the food that they work so hard to grow, and each staff member visits the beds before creating the

daily menu. Chef Travis Roe explains his creative uses of the most productive vegetable, kale: “We have so much kale that we had to come up with new ways to prepare it. We now have a Farmer’s Salad, Kale Chips and Kale Vegetable Stew that allow our guests to experience this vegetable in all its glory.”

Chef Davin creates his stock each day with a full repertoire of the greens in the beds.

“We also use our unusual herbs such as the Bouillon plant and rau ram to add a healthful anti-oxidant to the broth. I also smoke many of our vegetables, such as mushrooms and eggplant, to give it that funky taste everyone craves when they are not eating meat,” Davin said.

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The restaurant is located at 1733 S. Coast Hwy., Oceanside. Phone: 442-2668200. The Plot is open every day from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with takeout available.

Jano Nightingale is a Master Gardener and horticulturist who teaches vegetable gardening classes at the Carlsbad Senior Center. Contact her at janosgarden@gmail.com for upcoming classes and consultations.

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CITY OF ENCINITAS

PUBLIC NOTICE OF ORDINANCE INTRODUCTION

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-05

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Encinitas has introduced Ordinance No. 2026-05 titled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Amending Ordinance No. 2024-10, Certifying Speed Limits in the City of Encinitas by Adopting All Engineering and Tra c Surveys (E&TS) and Establishing a Comprehensive Street List for Lower Speed Limits, Pursuant to Provisions of Assembly Bill 43 (AB 43) and Assembly Bill 382 (AB 382).” Ordinance 2026-05 uses the 2025 Engineering and Tra c Survey results to implement AB 43 and AB 382 to establish or rea rm lower speed limit modi cations within the City.

Ordinance 2026-05 was introduced at the Regular City Council meeting held April 22, 2026, by the following vote: AYES: Ehlers, Lyndes, O’Hara, San Antonio, Sha er. NAYS: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. The City Council will consider the adoption of this Ordinance at the May 13, 2026, Regular City Council meeting commencing at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, 505 South Vulcan Avenue. The Ordinance is on le in the o ce of the City Clerk, 505 South Vulcan Avenue and may be viewed between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act/Section 504 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title VI, this agency is an equal opportunity public entity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status or physical or mental disability in employment or the provision of service. If you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s O ce at 760-633-2601 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. / Pete Weichers, City Clerk.

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CITY OF ENCINITAS

PUBLIC NOTICE OF ORDINANCE INTRODUCTION

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-03

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Encinitas has introduced Ordinance No. 2026-03 titled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Amending Section 30.04.010 (De nitions) of Chapter 30.04 of Title 30 (Zoning) of the Encinitas Municipal Code and the Local Coastal Program to Revise the De nition of “Dwelling Unit” to Include Manufactured Housing in Compliance with the Sixth Cycle Housing Element Program 2G and State Law.” Ordinance 2026-03 complies with the City’s Housing Element Program 2G and State law, the Encinitas Zoning Code and the Local Coastal Program must be amended to clarify that a manufactured home built on a foundation system shall be permitted subject to the same standards as a residence that is constructed on lots zoned for conventional single-family residential dwellings. Ordinance 2026-03 was introduced at the Regular City Council meeting held April 22, 2026, by the following vote: AYES: Ehlers, Lyndes, O’Hara, San Antonio, Sha er. NAYS: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. The City Council will consider the adoption of this Ordinance at the May 13, 2026, Regular City Council meeting commencing at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, 505 South Vulcan Avenue. The Ordinance is on le in the o ce of the City Clerk, 505 South Vulcan Avenue and may be viewed between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act/Section 504 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title VI, this agency is an equal opportunity public entity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status or physical or mental disability in employment or the provision of service. If you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s O ce at 760-633-2601 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. /Pete Weichers, City Clerk.

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auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the Property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this Property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. if you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the Property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this Property, you may call 1.866.684.2727 or visit this Internet Website www. servicelinkasap.com, using the le number assigned to this case

25-00146-2CTT. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the

Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. if you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. if you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 1.866.684.2727, or visit this internet website www. servicelinkasap.com, using the le number assigned to this case 25-00146-2CTT to nd the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale, If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. The real Property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common

designation, if any, of the real Property described above is purported to be: 11146 Old Castle Road, Valley Center, CA. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modi cations thereto). The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the Property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $2,505,305.12 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this gure prior to sale. Bene ciary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank speci ed in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the

event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The Property o ered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the Property receiver, if applicable. DATE: April 10, 2028 CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY, TRUSTEE 2500146-2CTT 5170 Golden Foothill Parkway, Suite 130 El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 916636-0114 Lindsay Lopez, Authorized Signor SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www. servicelinkasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 1.866.684.2727 EXHIBIT “A” PARCEL 1 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 7473, FILED JUNE 22, 1978, AT FILE NO. 260572, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY, BEING A PORTION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 11 SOUTH, RANGE 2 WEST, SAN BERNARDINO MERIDIAN AND A PORTION OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 10 SOUTH, RANGE 2 WEST SAN BERNARDINO MERIDIAN. EXCEPTING THEREFROM THAT PORTION THEREOF AS DESCRIBED IN DEED TODWIGHT H. HANAWALT, ET AL RECORDED OCTOBER 26, 1982, AS FILE NO. 82 329283, OF OFFICIAL RECORDS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID SAN DIEGO

COUNTY, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND LYING SOUTHERLY ON OLD CASTLE ROAD, 100 FEET WIDE, IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 11 SOUTH, RANGE 2 WEST, SAN BERNARDINO MERIDIAN, IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS A PORTION OF PARCEL 1 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 7473, OF PARCEL MAPS, FILED JUNE 22, 1978, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, SAID CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE MOST SOUTHERLY CORNER OF PARCEL 1 OF SAID PARCEL MAP NO. 7473; THENCE NORTH 69° 20’ 28” WEST 113.34 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID OLD CASTLE ROAD, 100 FEET WIDE, SAID POINT BEING THE MOST WESTERLY CORNER OF SAID PARCEL 1; THENCE NORTH 68° 17’ 06” EAST ALONG SAID SOUTHERLY LINE 122.49 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 4° 19’ 01” WEST 25.19 FEET TO THE BEGINNING OF A CURVE CONCAVE WESTERLY AND HAVING A RADIUS OF 1400 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG SAID CURVE THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 2° 28’ 30”, AN ARC DISTANCE OF 60.48 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. APN: 129-292-36-00, 185-04113-00 A-4871826 04/17/2026, 04/24/2026, 05/01/2026 CN 32188

T.S. No.: 26-19180 Loan No.: ******6372 APN: 144053-18-00 Order Number: 250197769-CA-VOI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, ASSIGNMENT OF LEASES AND RENTS, FIXTURE FILING, AND SECURITY AGREEMENT DATED 3/11/2024. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 5/13/2026 at 10:00 AM, Prestige Default Services, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant that certain DEED OF TRUST, ASSIGNMENT OF LEASES AND RENTS, FIXTURE FILING, AND SECURITY AGREEMENT dated 3/11/2024 (“Deed of Trust”) recorded on 3/15/2024, as Instrument No. 20240065190,, of O cial Records in the O ce of the Recorder of San Diego County, California, executed by OB DEV 1, LLC, A California Limited Liability Company (“Trustor”), as trustor, to secure obligations in favor of RFLF 4, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY , as bene ciary. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE

HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by Cash, a Cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speci ed in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). Checks must be made payable to Prestige Default Services. At the entrance to the East County Regional Center by the Statue, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, 92020, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under the DEED OF TRUST, ASSIGNMENT OF LEASES AND RENTS, FIXTURE FILING, AND SECURITY AGREEMENT in the property situated in said County, California, describing the land therein: The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 15181520 San Jose Street, Oceanside, CA 92058 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warrant, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said DEED OF TRUST, ASSIGNMENT OF LEASES AND RENTS, FIXTURE FILING, AND SECURITY AGREEMENT , with interest (including, without limitation, default interest) and late charges thereon, the prepayment premium, legal fees and other costs, fees, expenses and charges, and advances, and interest thereon, and the fees, charges and expenses of the undersigned trustee (“Trustee”) as provided in the note, loan agreement and other loan documents secured by the DEED OF TRUST, ASSIGNMENT OF LEASES AND RENTS, FIXTURE FILING, AND SECURITY AGREEMENT , at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale reasonably (Estimated as of 4/06/2026) $1,792,395.11. The amount may be greater on the day of sale as accrued interest, costs and fees, and any additional advances, will increase the gure prior to sale. The current bene ciary under the DEED OF TRUST, ASSIGNMENT OF LEASES AND RENTS, FIXTURE FILING, AND SECURITY AGREEMENT (the “Bene ciary”) hereby elects to conduct a uni ed foreclosure sale pursuant to the provisions of California Commercial Code Section 9604(a)(1)(B) and to include in the non-judicial foreclosure of the estate described in this Notice of Uni ed Trustee’s Sale all of the personal property and xtures described in the DEED OF TRUST, ASSIGNMENT OF LEASES AND RENTS, FIXTURE FILING, AND SECURITY AGREEMENT . The Bene ciary reserves the right to revoke its election as to some or all of said personal property and/or xtures, or to add additional personal property and/or xtures to the election herein expressed, at the Bene ciary’s sole election, from time to time and at any time until the consummation of the trustee’s sale to be conducted pursuant to the DEED OF TRUST, ASSIGNMENT OF LEASES AND RENTS, FIXTURE FILING, AND SECURITY AGREEMENT and this Notice of Uni ed Trustee’s Sale. The personal property which was given as security for trustor’s obligation as described in the DEED OF TRUST, ASSIGNMENT OF LEASES AND RENTS,

FIXTURE FILING, AND SECURITY AGREEMENT . No warranty is made that any or all of the personal property and/or xtures still exists or is available for the successful bidder and no warranty is made as to the condition of any of the personal property and/or xtures, which shall be sold “as is” “where is”.

The Bene ciary heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned, a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a Written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located, and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL

BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned o may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying o all liens senior to the lien being auctioned o , before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s o ce or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY

OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, bene ciary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (949) 776-4697 or visit this internet website https:// prestigepostandpub.com, using the le number assigned to this case 26-19180. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Date: 4/6/2026

Prestige Default Services, LLC 1920 Old Tustin Ave. Santa Ana, California 92705 Questions: 949-427-2010

Sale Line: (949) 776-4697

Ileanna Petersen, Commercial Trustee Sale O cer

PPP #26-003810

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the contents of the following storage units will be o ered for sale at public auction for enforcement of storage lien.

Storage address: 1566 E. Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92027. The Online Auction will be held on Friday – May 15, 2026 per the times shown below. Location of Online Auction: www.storagetreasures.com.

Terms are CASH ONLY! Valley

San Dieguito Water District Newspaper Publication: 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan

Notice is hereby given that on May 20, 2026 at 5 pm at the City Council Chambers, 505 South Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, California 92024, the San Dieguito Water District Board will conduct two public hearings on the Draft 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP) and the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) pursuant to California Water Code 10621 and §10642. The hearing will be held in person. Please refer to the instructions provided on the posted agenda at (https://www.encinitasca.gov/government/agendas-webcasts ) to participate.

The UWMP must include detailed evaluations of the water supplies necessary to reliably meet demands over at least a 20 year planning horizon, under normal, single dry, and multiple dry year conditions. The District is required by the Urban Water Management Planning Act to prepare and adopt an updated plan every ve years. The 2025 UWMP must be adopted by July 1, 2026 for submittal to the California Department of Water Resources (DWR).

The Draft 2025 UWMP and 2025 WSCP will be available for public review starting April 20, 2026 at the San Dieguito Water District’s website at (www.sdwd.org). Any questions or comments regarding the Draft 2025 UWMP and 2025 WSCP must be received by the District Board Clerk before noon on May 20, 2026 and should be directed to: San Dieguito Water District at 505 S Vulcan Ave, Encinitas, California 92024, Attn: Clerk of the Board, or emailed to cityclerk@encinitasca.gov. Members of the public will also be able to provide public comments at the hearing.

Upon conclusion of the public hearing, the District Board may revise, change, or modify the Draft 2025 UWMP and 2025 WSCP. The 2025 UWMP and 2025 WSCP is scheduled to be adopted on May 20, 2026.

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Publicación del periódico del distrito acuático de San Dieguito: Plan Urbano de Gestión del Agua de 2025 y Plan de Contingencia por Escasez de Agua

Por la presente se noti ca que el 20 de mayo de 2026 a las 5 pm en City Council Chambers, 505 South Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, California 92024, el Consejo del Distrito de Agua de San Dieguito llevará a cabo dos audiencia públicas sobre el Plan Urbano de Gestión del Agua (UWMP) de 2025 y Plan de Contingencia por Escasez de Agua (WSCP) de conformidad con el Código de Agua de California 10621 y §10642. La audiencia se celebrará en persona. Consulte las instrucciones proporcionadas en la agenda publicada en (https://www.encinitasca.gov/government/agendas-webcasts ) para participar.

El UWMP debe incluir evaluaciones detalladas de los suministros de agua necesarios para satisfacer de forma con able las demandas en un horizonte de plani cación de al menos 20 años, en condiciones normales, de secado único y de secado múltiple. La Ley de Plan Urbano de Gestión del Agua exige que el Distrito prepare y adopte un plan actualizado cada cinco años. El UWMP de 2025 debe adoptarse antes del 1 de julio de 2026 para su presentación al Departamento de Recursos Hídricos de California (DWR).

El borrador del UWMP de 2025 y WSCP de 2025 estará disponible para su revisión pública a partir del 20 de abril de 2026 en el sitio web del Distrito de Agua de San Dieguito en (www. sdwd.org). Cualquier pregunta o comentario sobre el borrador del UWMP de 2025 y WSCP de 2025 debe ser recibido por el secretario del Consejo de Distrito antes del mediodía del 20 de mayo de 2026 y debe dirigirse a: San Dieguito Water District en 505 S Vulcan Ave, Encinitas, California 92024, A la atención de: Secretario del Consejo, o ser enviado por correo electrónico a cityclerk@encinitasca.gov. Los miembros del público también podrán proporcionar comentarios públicos en la audiencia.

Al nalizar la audiencia pública, el Consejo de Distrito puede revisar, cambiar o modi car el Borrador del UWMP de 2025 y WSCP de 2025. Está previsto que el UWMP de 2025 y WSCP de 2025 se adopte el 20 mayo de 2026.

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Rose Self Storage reserves the right to refuse any bid or cancel the auction. The following units may include, but not limited to electronic items, furniture, & household items, unless otherwise stated.

Unit E124 - Maricel Nafarrete at 1:00 pm Unit RS303 - Lizeth Garcia at 1:30 pm

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE

In accordance with the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facility Act, Section 21700, et seq. of the Business and Professions Code of the State of California the under-signed will be sold at public auction conducted on STORAGETREASURES.

COM on May 13, 2025 ending at 10am. The personal property including but not limited to: Personal and household items stored at West Coast SelfStorage Carlsbad 2405 Cougar Dr., Carlsbad, CA 92010, County of San Diego, by the following persons:

Tenants:

Jason La ey unit 2117 Jaeson Cayne unit 2047 Angnor Reyes 2171

Property is sold “AS IS BASIS.” There is a refundable $100 cleaning deposit on all units. Sale is subject to cancellation.

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSECHANGE OF NAME CASE# 26CU022289N TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Katrina Elaine Garcia led a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a. Present name: Brady Garrett Scott change to proposed name: Brady Garrett Garcia THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this Court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for a change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must le a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely led, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: On June 5, 2026 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. N-25 of the Superior

Court of California, 325 S Melrose Dr., Vista CA 92081, North County Division.

(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To nd your court’s website, go to www. courts.ca.gov/find-my-court. htm.)

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

The court will review the documents led as of the date speci ed on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date speci ed, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date speci ed), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certi cate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identi cation, a certi ed copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree

Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certi cate (JC Form #NC230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issues the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certi ed copy is required.

A certi ed copy of Decree

Changing Name (JC Form #NC130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth’ Certi cate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business O ce for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for information on obtaining certi ed copies.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date speci ed, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is led, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT

OBJECTING TO THE NAME

CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION

AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the speci ed date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date. Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is

signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be led with the court. IT IS SO ORDERED.

Filed Date: 04/23/2026 Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court. 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32258

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL)

CASE #: 25CL062286C NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): BRENT VANDERVEEN, an individual; and Does 1 through 25, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): DREAM COATINGS, INC. dba J BROWN PAINTING, a California corporation NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to le a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plainti . A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can nd these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the ling fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not le your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot a ord an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonpro t legal services program. You can locate these nonpro t groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a

civil. case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion. Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta.Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin nes de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin nes de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www. sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y direccion de la corte es): Superior Court of California County of San Diego 330 W. Broadway San Diego CA 92101

The name, address, and telephone number of plainti ’s attorney, or plainti without

an attorney, is: (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): LANAK & HANNA [33449] 1851 E. First St., Ste 700 Santa Ana, CA 92705 Telephone: 714.620.2350 Date: (Fecha) 11/20/2025 Clerk by (Secretario), A. Villasenor Deputy (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served as an individual defendant. 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32257

Notice of Self Storage Sale

Please take notice A-Aardvark

Self Storage located at 4490 Murphy Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA, 92123 intends to hold an auction to sell the goods stored by the following tenants at the storage facility. The sale will occur as an online auction via www.storagetreasures.com on 5/19/2026 at 6:00PM. Tyler Andrew S Knight; Maria Sinsay; Angie Ruiz; Kimberly A Cortez. All property is being stored at the above self-storage facility. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. See manager for details. 05/01/2026 CN 32240

STORAGE TREASURES AUCTION

Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its a liates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 372 W Aviation Rd Fallbrook Ca 92028

Auction Date: May 19, 2026, at 10:00am Rose loprieno Martin Russell Brenda Bailey The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction.

Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

5/1/26 CNS-4034655# CN 32238

Notice of Public Sales

Notice is hereby given by that Pursuant to section 21701-21715 of the business and Professions Code and Section 535 of the Penal Code of the State of California, A Lien Sale will be

held. Auction will be conducted online at storageauctions. net starting at 10 am May 10th, 2026 ending at 12 pm May 23th, 2026. Unit(s) are at Oceanside RV and SelfStorage located at 444 Edgehill Lane, Oceanside, CA 92054. Pictures at: storageauctions.net

The following personal items: clothes, boxes of household goods, Hand tools, etc. will be sold as follows:

Name Unit(s) Adonna Gorline 131A Debbie Guzman 141B 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32222

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE #: 24CU024038N NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Erick Rodrigo Avalos, All Around Plumbing, LLC, & Does 1 to 5 YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÀ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Jose Lozano NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to le a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plainti . A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can nd these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the ling fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not le your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot a ord an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonpro t legal services program. You can locate

CITY OF CARLSBAD

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to you, because your interest may be a ected, that the City Council of the City of Carlsbad will hold a public hearing at the Council Chamber, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, California on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 5 p.m. to consider a request for the following:

CASE NAME: GPA2025-0001 / AMEND2025-0003 / CT2025-0006 / PUD2025-0006 (DEV2024-0088) - Toll Brothers Bressi Ranch Townhomes DESCRIPTION:

The City of Carlsbad has received an application for a General Plan Amendment, Master Plan Amendment to the Bressi Ranch Master Plan, Vesting Tentative Map, and Planned Development Permit to allow for approximately 111-townhomes to be developed on a 7-acre parcel at 6405 Alicante Road (Assessors Parcel Number 213601200). The property is located south of Gateway Road, west of Alicante Road, and north of Town Garden Road. The project is being presented to the City Council to hold a public hearing and consider one of the following: Adopt a resolution remanding back to city sta for further processing the application of a General Plan Amendment, Bressi Ranch Master Plan Amendment, Tentative Tract Map and Planned Development Permit to change the Planned Industrial General Plan designation to residential to allow for approximately 111 3-story residential townhomes on a vacant 7-acre parcel at 6405 Alicante Road (APN 213-60-12-00), located south of Gateway Road, west of Alicante Road, and north of Town Garden Road; or Adopt a resolution denying the application for a General Plan Amendment, Bressi Ranch Master Plan Amendment, Tentative Tract Map and Planned Development Permit to change the Planned Industrial General Plan designation to residential to allow for approximately 111 3-story residential townhomes on a vacant 7-acre parcel at 6405 Alicante Road (APN 213-60-12-00), located south of Gateway Road, west of Alicante Road and north of Town Garden Road. Whereas, on Feb. 18, 2026, the City of Carlsbad Planning Commission voted 5-1-1 (Fitzgerald No; Burrows - Abstain) to adopt a resolution recommending the City Council remand the project application back to sta for processing. Those persons wishing to speak on this proposal are cordially invited to attend the public hearing. Copies of the sta report will be available on and after May 7, 2026. If you have any questions, please contact Assistant Director of Community Development Eric Lardy in the Planning Division at (442) 339 -2712 or eric.lardy@carlsbadca.gov

The meeting can be viewed online at https://www.carlsbadca.gov/city-hall/meetings-agendas or on the city’s cable channel. In addition, written comments may be submitted to the City Council at or prior to the hearing via U.S. Mail to the attention of O ce of the City Clerk, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008, or via email to clerk@carlsbadca.gov

If you challenge these actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Carlsbad, Attn: City Clerk’s O ce, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008, at or prior to the public hearing.

CASE FILE: GPA2025-0001 / AMEND2025-0003 / CT2025-0006 / PUD2025-0006 (DEV2024-0088)

CASE NAME: Toll Brothers Bressi Ranch Townhomes PUBLISH: Friday, May 1, 2026 | CITY OF CARLSBAD | CITY COUNCIL

05/01/2026 CN 32237

these nonpro t groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil. case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de

California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin nes de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin nes de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte. ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el

caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): Superior Court of California, County of San Diego

325 S. Melrose Dr. Vista CA 92081

The name, address, and telephone number of plainti ’s attorney, or plainti without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es):

Law O ce of Daniel Callaway 603 Seagaze Dr. Ste 1102 Oceanside CA 92054

Telephone: 760.637.6740

Date: (Fecha), 01/16/2025

Clerk by (Secretario), S. Allen Thurston Deputy (Adjunto)

NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served as an individual.

04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32218

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ROBERT C. LASLEY, aka BOB LASLEY, aka ROBERT LASLEY

Case # 26PE000912C

To all heirs, bene ciaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Robert C. Lasley, aka Bob Lasley, aka Robert Lasley

CITY OF ENCINITAS ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE CITY COUNCIL

PLACE OF MEETING: City of Encinitas – City Council Chambers 505 S. Vulcan Avenue Encinitas, CA 92024

IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT/SECTION 504 REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973 AND TITLE VI, THIS AGENCY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PUBLIC ENTITY AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, ETHNIC ORIGIN, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, RELIGION, VETERANS STATUS OR PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICE. IF YOU REQUIRE SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (760) 633-2601 AT LEAST 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING.

NOTICE IS HEARBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Encinitas will hold a public hearing introducing Ordinance No. 2026-09, amending Articles II and III of Chapter 14.40 (Stopping, Standing, and Parking) of the Encinitas Municipal Code. This Ordinance proposes amending Chapter 14.40.090 (Curb Markings) and adding a new Chapter 14.40.130 (Time-Limited Parking) to provide updated code regulations for timed parking zones in the City of Encinitas.

Meeting Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026, or soon thereafter / Time: Meeting commences at 6:00 P.M.

Environmental Status: The proposed ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a “project” under Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a signi cant e ect on the environment. The action is also exempt from CEQA under Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines because it involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment.

The proposed ordinance will be posted on the City of Encinitas municipal website (www. encinitasca.gov/government/agendas-webcasts) no later than Friday, May 8, 2026, as part of the agenda packet for the City Council meeting on May 13, 2025. Instructions for providing public comments via email or during the meeting will be included with the agenda packet.

The ordinance shall take e ect no sooner than thirty (30) days after City Council adoption.

Sta Contact: Engineering Department at 760-633-2770 or engineering@encinitasca.gov 04/24/2026, 05/01/2026 CN 32235

A Petition for Probate has been led by James Lasley in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego.

The Petition for Probate requests that James Lasley be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the le kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person les an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

Date: May 26, 2026; Time: 10:00 AM; in Dept.: 501. Court address: 1100 Union St., San Diego CA 92101, Central Courthouse. (https://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ sdcourt/probate2/probatevh)

Court appearances may be made either in person or virtually, unless otherwise ordered by the Court. Virtual appearances must be made using the department’s Microsoft Teams (“MS Teams”) video link; or by calling the department’s MS Teams conference phone number and using the assigned conference ID number. The MS Teams video conference links and phone numbers can be found at www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ ProbateHearings. Plan to check in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled hearing time. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or le written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must le your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of rst issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as de ned in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may a ect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the le kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may le with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the ling of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Petitioner:

James Lasley

4341 Palomar Dr. Fallbrook CA 92028

Telephone: 760.521.4917 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32179

Statement of Abandonment of Use of Fictitious Business Name #2026-9009521 Filed: Apr 28, 2026 with San Diego County Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s) To Be Abandoned: A. Pure Pro Plumbing. Located at: 235 Civic Center Dr., Vista CA 92084 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. The Fictitious Business Name Referred to Above was Filed in San Diego County on: 10/09/2022 and assigned File # 2022-90246656. Fictitious Business Name is being Abandoned By: 1. Nathaniel Andrew Young Mendivil, 2029 Universe Ct., Nolensville TN 37135. The Business is Conducted by: An Individual. S/Nathaniel Andrew Young Mendivil, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32285

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9009418 Filed: Apr 27, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. DermTech, LLC; B. Dermtech, 2.0; C. DermTech. Located at: 12340 El Camino Real #200, San Diego CA 92130 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. DERMJES Holdings, LLC, 12340 El Camino Real #200, San Diego CA 92130. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 08/30/2024 S/Burkhard Jansen, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32274

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9009466 Filed: Apr 27, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. AngelPrint.com; B. Angel Print; C. Angel Printing. Located at: 237 Luiseno Ave., Oceanside CA 92057 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. PrintingCEO Inc., 237 Luiseno Ave., Oceanside CA 92057. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/27/2026 S/Vladimir Medvinsky, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32273

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007613

Filed: Apr 06, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Dirty Birdz Lacrosse; B. Coastal Lacrosse. Located at: 6971 Bixbite Pl., Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Jesse Foss Camps and Clinics LLC, 6971 Bixbite Pl., Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Jesse Foss, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32283

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007836

Filed: Apr 08, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Ashcraft Property Management. Located at: 4401 Manchester Ave. #206, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Ashcraft Investment Co Inc., 4401 Manchester Ave. #206, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 05/01/1999 S/Alyce W. Ashcraft, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32282

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007825

Filed: Apr 08, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Camp 4 Dogs; B. Camp 4 Dogs Inc. Located at: 1049 E. Mission Rd., San Marcos CA 92069 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Camp 4 Dogs Inc., 1049 E. Mission Rd., San Marcos CA 92069. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2001 S/Jennifer Ketchum, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32281

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9009140 Filed: Apr 22, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. North County Telephone. Located at: 120 N. Paci c St. #J-2, San Marcos CA 92069 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. T+J Communications, Inc., 120 N. Paci c St. #J-2, San Marcos CA 92069. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 05/27/1987 S/Ronald Garrett, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32272

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9009431 Filed: Apr 27, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. LapsUp. Located at: 8298 Torrey Gardens Pl., San Diego CA 92129 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Tiny Pawprints Inc., 8298 Torrey Gardens Pl., San Diego CA 92129. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/27/2026 S/Danae Brooker, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32271

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008546 Filed: Apr 16, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. AllWaves Co; B. AllWavesCo.com; C. AllWaves and Forever. Located at: 93 A Sunset Dr., Encinitas CA

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9009363

Filed: Apr 24, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious

Business Name(s): A. Mindful Real Estate. Located at: 12860 El Camino Real #100, San Diego CA 92130 San Diego.

Business Mailing Address:

682 S. Coast Hwy 101 #110 B, Encinitas CA 92024. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Jumpei Kontani, 682 S. Coast Hwy 101 #110 B, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/20/2026 S/Jumpei Kontani, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32269

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008984

Filed: Apr 21, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Surreal Studios; B. Surreal Studio. Located at: 1403 S. Coast Hwy, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 1038 Scenic Way, Carlsbad CA 92008. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Carson Daniel Besancon, 1038 Scenic Way, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Carson Daniel Besancon, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32268

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9009112

Filed: Apr 22, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Disc Centers of America Vista. Located at: 3231 Business Park Dr. #B, Vista CA 92081 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Mark Taylor Elliott, 3231 Business Park Dr. #B, Vista CA 92081. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/21/2026 S/Mark Taylor Elliott, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32267

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008027 Filed: Apr 10, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. J. Marie Lash & Beauty. Located at: 2003 S. El Camino Real #102B, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 1528 Madrid Dr., Vista CA 92081. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Jamie Marie Deehan, 1528 Madrid Dr., Vista CA 92081. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/09/2021 S/Jamie Marie Deehan, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32266

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007557

Filed: Apr 03, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Palo Santo Digital. Located at: 379 Benevente Dr., Oceanside CA 92057 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. James Eugene Zilli, 379 Benevente Dr., Oceanside CA 92057. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/James Eugene Zilli, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32265

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9009234

Filed: Apr 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Embrace Harmony. Located at: 265 Cone ower St., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Angelica Sage, 265 Cone ower St., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 12/01/2024 S/Angelica Sage, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32264

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9009243 Filed: Apr 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. SD Home Refresh. Located at: 3790 Manchester Ave., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Ariuna Munkueva, 3790 Manchester Ave., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Ariuna Munkueva, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32263

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008545 Filed: Apr 16, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Integrative Remote Technologies. Located at: 906 Sycamore Ave. #210, Vista CA 92081 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 15683 Via Santa Pradera, San Diego CA 92131. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. H. M. Bui, M.D., A Professional Medical Corporation, 906 Sycamore Ave. #210, Vista CA 92081. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Hanh M. Bui, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32262

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9009206 Filed: Apr 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Akora Prosperity Financial & Insurance Solutions. Located at: 5405 Moorehouse Dr. #245, San Diego CA 92121 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Chau Lai, 5405 Moorehouse Dr. #245, San Diego CA 92121. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Chau Lai, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32259

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007490

Filed: Apr 03, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Diego Austin Talavera. Located at: 520 Carlsbad Village Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 6550 Ponto Dr. #30, Carlsbad CA 92011. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Diego Austin Talavera, LLC, 6550 Ponto Dr. #30, Carlsbad CA 92011. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Devon A. Thomas, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32256

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008611

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008402

Filed: Apr 15, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Oceanside Rental. Located at: 221 Via Pelicano, Oceanside CA 92027 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 166 Maritime Way, Summerville SC 29485. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Hector Rolando Lopez, 166 Maritime Way, Summerville SC 29485; 2. Martha Alejandra Lopez, 166 Maritime Way, Summerville SC 29485. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. Registrant

First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/20/2025 S/Martha Alejandra Lopez, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32255

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007925

Filed: Apr 09, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. TBS Medical LLC. Located at: 4045 Bonita Rd. #208, Bonita CA 91902 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 512 W. Hickory St. #112, Denton TX 76201. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. TBS Medical Supplies LLC, 512 W. Hickory St. #112, Denton TX 76201. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/05/2026 S/Natasha Calk, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32254

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007971 Filed: Apr 09, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Carolina Cucina. Located at: 5345 La Cuenta Dr., San Diego CA 92124 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Carolina Radyk Stapa, 5345 La Cuenta Dr., San Diego CA 92124. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/09/2026 S/Carolina Radyk Stapa, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32252

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008529 Filed: Apr 16, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. San Diego Masonry. Located at: 10036 Maine Ave., Lakeside CA 92040 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Chimney Sweeps, 10036 Maine Ave, Lakeside CA 92040. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/01/2026 S/Julian Margo, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32249

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9009094

Filed: Apr 22, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Pearlphysio. Located at: 6928 Sitio Cordero, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Jacqueline Cowan Physical Therapy, 6928 Sitio Cordero, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Jacqueline Cowan, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32248

Filed: Apr 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Pure Play Music Lessons. Located at: 1904 Stewart St. #E, Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Alyssa Jeanelle Hoover, 1904 Stewart St. #E, Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Alyssa J. Hoover, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32246

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9009049 Filed: Apr 22, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Ocean Cove Collective. Located at: 2173 Salk Ave. #250, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Ocean Cove Holdings LLC, 2173 Salk Ave. #250 Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/21/2026 S/Jon Stark, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32245

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008323

Filed: Apr 14, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Pleats Fine Tailoring and Dry Cleaning. Located at: 844 W. San Marcos Blvd, #106, San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Pleats, 844 W. San Marcos Blvd. #106, San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/01/2014 S/Paulette Khoury, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, 05/22/2026 CN 32244

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006460 Filed: Mar 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Malas With Meaning. Located at: 10385 Eagle Lake Dr., Escondido CA 92029 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Deanne McLaughlin, 10385 Eagle Lake Dr., Escondido CA 92029. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 06/30/2017 S/Deanne McLaughlin, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32236

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008179

Filed: Apr 13, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Ollie’s Shop. Located at: 5162 Long Branch Ave., San Diego CA 92107 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Hallett Adaptive Strategies, LLC, 5162 Long Branch Ave., San Diego CA 92107. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Katie Hallett, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32234

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008868 Filed: Apr 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Brenner’s Coastal Detailing. Located at: 1319 Savannah Ln., Carlsbad CA 92011 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Colby Christian David Brenner, 1319 Savannah Ln., Carlsbad CA 92011. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/01/2026 S/Colby Christian David Brenner, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32233

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005766 Filed: Mar 12, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Vitality Hydration Co. Located at: 614 Shenandoah Ave., San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Vitality LLC, 614 Shenandoah Ave., San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Emily Ragland, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32223

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008876 Filed: Apr 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Encinitas Half Marathon. Located at: 270 N. El Camino Real #F-141, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Excelarace, Inc., 270 N. El Camino Real #F-141, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/17/2024 S/Stephen Lebherz, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32221

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006387 Filed: Mar 19, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Beauty House. Located at: 1135 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar CA 92014 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Beauty House L and I LLC, 1135 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar CA 92014. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Alena Martsiushova, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32220

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008777 Filed: Apr 20, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Leona. Located at: 7523 Solano St., Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Akerland Ventures, LLC, 7523 Solano St., Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/18/2026 S/Marcus Akerland, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32219

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008597

Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Wild Thing Bookshop. Located at: 5128 Via Mindanao, Oceanside CA 92057 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Liliana Ruby Molina, 5128 Via Mindanao, Oceanside CA 92057. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Liliana Ruby Molina, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32210

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007235 Filed: Mar 30, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. G Hauling; B. G Demolition. Located at: 10116 Cli side Pl., Spring Valley CA 91977 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Gonzos Junk Removal LLC, 10116 Cli side Pl., Spring Valley CA 91977. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/25/2026 S/Joshua Eddy, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32216

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008619 Filed: Apr 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. JB Motor Group LLC. Located at: 3827 Monroe Ave., San Diego CA 92116 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. JB Motor Group LLC, 3827 Monroe Ave., San Diego CA 92116. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/17/2026 S/Jonathan Baize, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32215

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007801

Filed: Apr 07, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Evolve DPT. Located at: 6125 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad CA 92011 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 6221 Metropolitan St. #101, Carlsbad CA 92009. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Gaspar Physical Therapy, APC, 6221 Metropolitan St. #101, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/01/2026 S/Paul D. Gaspar, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32214

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008624

Filed: Apr 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Paci c Pro Haul. Located at: 11252 Rolling Hills Way, Valley Center CA 92082 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Domingo AlvaroFrancisco, 11252 Rolling Hills Way, Valley Center CA 92082. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/01/2026 S/Domingo Alvaro-Francisco, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32213

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007838 Filed: Apr 08, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County

Filed: Apr 17, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. The Peoples Media. Located at: 1480 Tennis Match Way, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Jade River Reed Morgan, 1480 Tennis Match Way, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Jade Morgan, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32217

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008426 Filed: Apr 15, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Kick It Co. Located at: 3512 Alander Ct., Carlsbad CA 92010 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Alison Nichol Todd, 3512 Alander Ct, Carlsbad CA 92010. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Alison Nichol Todd, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32209

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008182 Filed: Apr 13, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Kestrel Tools. Located at: 2723 Abedul St, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Matthew Warner Titcomb, 2723 Abedul St., Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/01/2026 S/Matthew Warner Titcomb, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32208

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007160 Filed: Mar 30, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Blockz. Located at: 1111 6th Ave. Ste 550 543233, San Diego CA 92101 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Sonic Relay Systems Inc., 1111 6th Ave. Ste 550 543233, San Diego CA 92101. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/01/2026 S/Andrew Hampton, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32207

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008430 Filed: Apr 15, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Royal Shaft Publishing. Located at: 803 Windcrest Dr, Carlsbad CA 92011 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. William Daniel Peek, 803 Windcrest Dr., Carlsbad CA 92011. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/William Daniel Peek, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15/2026 CN 32206

Statement of Abandonment of Use of Fictitious Business Name #2026-9006109 Filed: Mar 17, 2026 with San Diego County Recorder/County Clerk.

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CARLSBAD HIGH CHOIR

Carlsbad High School’s competitive choir teams continued its strong season with its results in April’s Oceanside Sound Off. The intermediate treble choir — Encore — earned first place and Best Showmanship in its division. The mixed advanced choir team — Sound Express — took home top prize and swept Best Musicianship, Showmanship and Soloist for Manuela Prante.

This followed the previous month’s showing at the Cypress Competition where Sound Express took home the first place in its division along with Best Showmanship, Tech Crew and Sweepstakes Soloist honors for Prante. Encore placed second in that competition, but was recognized for Best Showmanship.

IN MOM’S FOOTSTEPS

State Sen. Catherine Blakespear has sponsored Senate Bill 965, which, if passed, would allow students ages 16 and 17 to get library cards without their parents’ signature. Speaking in support of the bill was her son Oliver, a junior at the Grauer School, who presented testimony of a time he was unable to check out a book about a guitar because he did not have a legal guardian present.

“This was a challenge because I have two working parents with busy schedules, and while we still made time, it was inconvenient,” he said. “If this is happening to me, then it is happening to others all over the state as well. It should be as easy as possible for students to access educational resources. We should try to reduce barriers to students’ use of libraries.”

Following the hearing for SB 965, the Senate Education Committee passed the bill by a unanimous vote, sending it to the Senate Appropriations Committee.

PEACEMAKER AWARD

Chris Ann Sarver re-

ceived the Encinitas Rotary Club’s 2026 Peacemaker Award. Sarver serves as the clubhouse manager for the Griset and Ocean Knoll locations of the Boys & Girls Club. A former Boys & Girls Club member herself, Sarver has spent more than three decades mentoring youth and developing community.

“Chris Ann embodies the heart and mission of our organization,” said Marineke Vandervort, CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest San Diego. “Her extraordinary ability to connect with young people, guide them through challenges, and cultivate a true sense of belonging has had a lasting impact on countless lives.”

Mark Berning, president of the Encinitas Rotary Club said, “Chris Ann Sarver exemplifies what it truly means to be a peacemaker in our community. Her work is a powerful reminder that one person can create meaningful, lasting change.”

TURF MEETING SURF

Tickets for Opening Day and the summer racing season at the Del Mar Thoroughbread Club go on sale May 8, at 10 a.m. Tickets can be purchased at DMTC.com.

LANDSCAPE CONTEST

The Vista Irrigation District invites residents to submit applications for its 2026 WaterSmart landscape content for a chance to win a $250 gift card from a local home supply store. The annual contest recognizes water-wise landscapes based on the criteria of overall attractiveness, appropriate plant selection, design, maintenance and efficient methods of irrigation. For more information or to submit an application, visit landscapecontest.com.

DATA COLLECTING HIKE

The San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy as well as resource ecologist Jonathan Appelbaum and herpetologist Jeff Nordland led an exploration of the San Pasqual Valley in Escondido on April 24. As part of the “BioBlitz” event, participants were encouraged to download iNaturalist to record, share and discuss their observations. The goal was to submit findings to a global effort to document biodiversity called City Nature Challenge.

The season kicks off July 17 — including the annual Opening Day Hats Contest and Opening Day Party — and runs through Labor Day on Sept. 7. The $1,000,000 Pacific Classic is scheduled for Aug. 22.

Pets of the Week

OTIS is the Rancho

He’s looking for a

where he can be the only cat, so he can settle in without the added stress of sharing his space. Otis will need a patient family to help guide him through the transition. The $100 adoption fee includes a medical exam, spay, up-to-date vaccina-

tions, registered microchip and a one-year license if the new home is in the jurisdiction of San Diego Humane Society’s Department of Animal Services. For information about adoption or to become a virtual foster, stop by RCHS at 389 Requeza St., Encinitas, call 760-753-6413 or visit SDpets.org.

ATHENA is the San Diego Humane Society’s pet of the week. She is a 3-yearold, 69-pound, American pit bull terrier mix.

Athena is a gentle, observant girl who lives up to her namesake, forming deep bonds with those she knows and trusts. She can be a bit shy initially, but once trust

is built, she shows a playful, joyful side.

Athena is located at the El Cajon campus and has an adoption fee of $168, not including a facility maintenance fee. Fees include spay/ neuter services, current vaccinations, permanent microchip identification, an incentive for pet insurance and a license for residence in the city limits of Carlsbad, Del Mar, Encinitas, Escondido, Oceanside, San Diego, San Marcos, Solana Beach and Vista. For questions, visit sdhumane.org/adopt or call 619-299-7012.

cause they’re Conservative,” Houbeck wrote.

During his March 26 inaugural meeting with the Urban Forestry Advisory Committee, Houbeck said he “will conduct my approach to topics in a professional and sympathetic manner.”

“I look upon this as a learning opportunity to be more sensitive to the words I use in certain venues and subjects,” he said in March. “I do regret any harm that may have been caused to the members of the community.”

During the April 22 council meeting, Councilmember Joy Lyndes added an item to the agenda seeking to remove Houbeck from the appointment. Houbeck did not attend the meeting.

“This item is based on the fact that this community has voiced its concern about Mr. Houbeck at City Council meetings in the past — numerous ones — requesting that the city consider his removal from this appointed position,” Lyndes said.

She said it was an “appropriate and responsive step” to remove Houbeck from the committee because he had become “a lightning rod for our community.”

“Once we decide that that appointment no longer serves the city or no longer serves our intent anymore, then it’s up to us to take action,” Lyndes said. “We have that authority. Mayors have exercised this authority and city councils have exercised this authority in the past.”

Houbeck did not attend the meeting because he was planning to attend a production of “Spamalot” at La Costa Canyon High School.

He submitted a video describing his career, his appreciation for dance as an art form and his intent behind the original post.

Houbeck said the post was made before he was selected to serve on the committee and that “the brevity of the post caused confusion and should have been written in more detail to explain objections I had.”

“My intent was never to degrade members of the community or artistic dancers,” he said in the video. “I celebrate diversity and artistic expression. I have for many years legally represented and volunteered time with members of the community that are autistic, non-verbal, and intellectually disabled in our local school system. Often the only way these folks can communicate or to find joy is through music and dance. And it’s a beautiful expression that encompasses a universal language.”

With time left on Houbeck’s video statement, Mayor Bruce Ehlers cut it off at the three-minute mark due to the city’s standards for public comments.

“I’ve got to be fair with everybody here,” Ehlers said.

Calls for removal

Members of the community have expressed outrage over Houbeck’s appointment during public comment at multiple council

meetings.

Some members of the public even spoke against Houbeck’s appointment during his swearing-in, standing and holding signs reading, “Your Silence is a Choice.”

Speakers said his social media posts showed a pattern of behavior and that by not removing him, the council was endorsing his statements.

At last week’s meeting, those calling for his removal pointed to near-word-forword similarities between his March 26 and April 22 statements and noted that he did not use the words “sorry” or “apologize” in either.

Ehlers asked attendees not to stand while holding signs “because we need to be respectful of everybody.”

Monette Marino Keïta, a percussionist, said her daughter was the victim of a racial slur while a student at San Dieguito Academy last year. She said Houbeck’s removal would help address what she described as a troubling trend.

“It emboldened other kids to mimic these offensive behaviors because nobody was being held accountable,” Keïta said. “The ‘n-word’ has become an everyday occurrence on SDA campus. You can ask any high schooler today. We see this truth in a video of the young girl being bullied at the Carlsbad park recently.”

Keïta said inaction sends the message that her daughter, who is studying music at San Diego State University, “is not valued; that her art form is not valued.”

countability looks like,” Thunder said of Houbeck’s response. “Not perfection, but reflection, clarification and apology. At some point though, we have to ask whether the response has outgrown the original misstep. What began as a poorly phrased comment has now escalated into calls for removal from public office. This feels less like accountability and more like a demand for, as the saying goes, a pound of flesh.”

Council response

None of the council members defended Houbeck’s original post, but no one seconded Lyndes’ motion to remove him.

The discussion led to heated outbursts from members of the public, and Ehlers asked the sheriff’s deputies to escort several people out of the room.

The mayor added that while some had cited other social media posts by Houbeck, he had not seen any he considered offensive or racist, describing most as political in tone.

“Simply sacking Mr. Houbeck provides minimal opportunity for Mr. Houbeck or the community as a whole to learn. We need to talk, discuss, and learn together as we’re doing tonight,” Ehlers said. “If someone expresses discriminatory statements, let us coach them, teach them, and hopefully grow together. Of course, repeated occurrences or egregious statements or acts may be grounds for removal.”

co San Antonio said that as “the only Asian guy up here,” he had experienced racism and had also been criticized for his own social media posts.

“I don’t agree with the way Steve Houbeck said what he said. I also would have said things different and I think in the future maybe he will too. Hopefully he will,” San Antonio said. Councilmember Luke Shaffer said that as the father of mixed-race daughters, he has no place for racism in his community, but said he did not believe Houbeck intended to spread hate.

“Houbeck would like a slap on the wrist,” said Yusef Miller, representing the North County NAACP and North County Equity and Justice Coalition. “Houbeck would like an opportunity to learn from his mistakes, but he’s had plenty of opportunities to learn from his mistakes. And the only thing we see now is this superficial placation of the people who are sitting here that come here and stay to the wee hours of the evening just to make sure justice is done.”

Julie Thunder, an appointee to the Senior Citizen Commission, was the only speaker in Houbeck’s defense, calling the issue one of “perspective and proportionality.”

“But that is what ac-

“I find Mr. Houbeck’s Facebook comment to be insensitive and demeaning to African-Americans and West African dance,” Ehlers said. “Mr. Houbeck’s choice of words and phrases, such as ‘Blacks,’ ‘tribal gear,’ and ‘banging on drums,’ were racially demeaning and dismissive. The statement would clearly offend many people, as it has, and it de serves an apology.

“I know several people actively calling for Mr. Hou beck’s dismissal have not ac cepted his apology or think it is ‘too little too late.’ How ever, he did offer an apology.”

Ehlers said the delay in addressing the controversy stemmed from allowing the grievance process to play out before making public com ments.

He closed with a rhetorical question: “Will this be a teaching moment for Mr. Houbeck and all of us, or will it be more political theater like we have too often been subjected to on the national stage?”

Deputy Mayor Jim O’Hara said that while apologies may not always meet expectations, Houbeck had made an effort.

“He came back and

“I don’t think it’s individually Steven Houbeck,” Shaffer said. “To be quite honest, there’s a group of, I’ll say activists — I’m not going to say political activists; I think it’s more ideological activists — that seem to be finding themselves, routinely since I’ve been here, at every division of this city; every chance to divide this city, they take it.”

“And that’s what this issue is about,” Shaffer said, “is the same divisive people

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To Be Abandoned: A. Cat Rose

Photography. Located at: 5214 Candlelight St., Oceanside CA 92056 San Diego. Mailing

Address: Same. The Fictitious Business Name Referred to Above was Filed in San Diego County on: 09/22/2025 and assigned File # 2025-9018135.

Fictitious Business Name is being Abandoned By: 1. Catherine Lynch, 5214 Candlelight St., Oceanside CA 92056. The Business is Conducted by: An Individual. S/Catherine Lynch, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32202

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008297 Filed: Apr 14, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Breeze Tech Hub. Located at: 738 S. Orange Ave. #B, El Cajon CA 92020 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Esmatullah Veedy, 738 S. Orange Ave. #B, El Cajon CA 92020. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/14/2026 S/Esmatullah Veedy, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32201

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008202 Filed: Apr 13, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Seed and Soil Gardens. Located at: 3395 Calle Del Sur, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. KC Patrick Cullum, 3395 Calle Del Sur, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by:

An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/01/2021 S/KC Patrick Cullum, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32199

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9008201 Filed: Apr 13, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Custom Claims Public Adjusting. Located at: 3395 Calle Del Sur, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. KC Patrick Cullum, 3395 Calle Del Sur, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/01/2021 S/KC Patrick Cullum, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32198

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9007973

Filed: Apr 09, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Beach Terrace, A Carlsbad Hotel. Located at: 2775 Ocean St., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Carlsbad Beach Hotel Properties, LLC, 2775 Ocean St., Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/09/2026 S/Renier Milan, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32196

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007875

Filed: Apr 08, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. JMB Marketing. Located at: 4642 Rose Dr., Oceanside CA 92056 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and

Business Mailing Address: 1. Jenna Marie Batrony, 4642 Rose Dr., Oceanside CA 92056. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/09/2026 S/Jenna Marie Batrony, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32193

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008081 Filed: Apr 10, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Conserva Irrigation of North County San Diego. Located at: 2532 Marron Rd. #301, Carlsbad CA 92010 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. True Coast Holdings LLC, 2532 Marron Rd. #301, Carlsbad CA 92010. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Ryan Rodriguez, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32187

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008129 Filed: Apr 13, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Business Consultants. Located at: 13750 Danielson St. #B, Poway CA 92064 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Justus Enterprises Inc., 13750 Danielson St. #B, Poway CA 92064. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/13/2026 S/Keith Justus, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32185

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007331 Filed: Apr 01, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Storage Hive. Located at: 860 Regal Rd., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: PO Box 31, Cardi CA 92007. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. All Storage Encinitas, PO Box 31, Cardi CA 92007. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Dean Lingenfelder, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32184

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9008054 Filed: Apr 10, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Paci c Reception. Located at: 363 Hemlock Ave. #B, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Paci c Drift Ventures LLC, 363 Hemlock Ave, #B, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Jacob Wood, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32182

Statement of Abandonment of Use of Fictitious Business Name #2026-9007989 Filed: Apr 09, 2026 with San Diego County Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s) To Be Abandoned: A. Sommailier. Located at: 12837 Corbett Ct., San Diego CA 92130 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. The Fictitious Business Name Referred to Above was Filed in San Diego County on: 07/22/2022 and assigned File # 2022-9016686. Fictitious Business Name is being Abandoned By: 1. Yung Beverages LLC, 12837 Corbett Ct. San Diego CA 92130. The Business is Conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. S/

Laurent Yung, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32181

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005604

Filed: Mar 11, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Quality Blooms Flower Fields. Located at: 1719

Elser Ln., Escondido CA 92026 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Valerie Monique Mendoza, 1719 Elser Ln., Escondido CA 92026. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Valerie Mendoza, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32178

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007300

Filed: Apr 01, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Chile Loco. Located at: 410 3rd St. #B, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Dirk Vandeman, 410 3rd St. #B, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/01/2026 S/Dirk Vandeman, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32177

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007877 Filed: Apr 08, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Dusha Acupuncture Located at: 849 Etcheverry St., Ramona CA 92065 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Jennifer Dusanka Mraovich, 849 Etcheverry St., Ramona CA 92065. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Jennifer Dusanka Mraovich, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32174

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007447 Filed: Apr 02, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Fire y Fudge Company. Located at: 677 Ascot Dr., Vista CA 92083 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Heather Luella Wallig, 677 Ascot Dr., Vista CA 92083. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Heather L. Wallig, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32173

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007157 Filed: Mar 30, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Paci c Spine & Rehab. Located at: 2623 Gateway Rd. #104, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 1084 N. El Camino Real #B390, Encinitas CA 92024. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Belton and Thompson Chiropractic Inc., 1084 N. El Camino Real #B390, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Peter Thompson, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32172

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005448 Filed: Mar 10, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Mar & Fuego. Located at: 4961 Clairemont

Dr. #A, San Diego CA 92117 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Iron Coast Steak and Seafood LLC, 4961 Clairemont Dr. #A, San Diego CA 92117. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/09/2026 S/Salvador Diaz, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32171

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007963 Filed: Apr 09, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Sun and Sea Community Care. Located at: 724 Oliver Pl. #724, San Diego CA 92109 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Morgyn Mae Taylor, 724 Oliver Pl. #724, San Diego CA 92109. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/01/2026 S/Morgyn Mae Taylor, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32169

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007814 Filed: Apr 08, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Hidden Ledger Studios. Located at: 12432 Carmel Cpe, San Diego CA 92130 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Hubert Global, 12432 Carmel Cpe, San Diego CA 92130. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Hubert Pilloud, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, 05/08/2026 CN 32167

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007783 Filed: Apr 07, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. REGENEXMED. Located at: 741 Garden View Ct, #101, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Chang Encinitas Medical PC, 741 Garden View Ct. #101, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/24/2026 S/Jamie Chang, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32166

Fictitious Business Name

Statement #2026-9006940

Filed: Mar 26, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business

Name(s): A. Thomas Lee Living. Located at: 1092 N. El Camino Real #C, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing

Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing

Address: 1. Black Whale Inc., 1092 N. El Camino Real #C, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/01/2023 S/Kirsten Recce, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32163

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007661 Filed: Apr 06, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Wise Owl Software; B Wise Owl. Located at: 2405 Vista Mountain Dr., Vista CA 92084 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Brent Rector, 2405 Vista Mountain Dr., Vista CA 92084. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of:

Not Yet Started S/Brent Rector, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32156

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007527 Filed: Apr 03, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. North County Dumpsters. Located at: 2588 El Camino Real #F118, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Alex Avelar, 2588 El Camino Real #F118, Carlsbad CA 92008; 2. Alvaro Villa, 2588 El Camino Real #F118, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: Co-Partners. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 04/01/2026 S/Alex Avelar, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32155

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007026 Filed: Mar 27, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Huge Home Pros. Located at: 8170 Ronson Rd, San Diego CA 92111 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Huge Handyman Home Service LLC, 8170 Ronson Rd. #H, San Diego CA 92111. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/24/2026 S/Gregory Schmitt, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32154

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9005263 Filed: Mar 06, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Black Label Protection & Security. Located at: 840 Snowberry Ct., San Marcos CA 92069 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Cecilia T. Pino, 840 Snowberry Ct., San Marcos CA 92069. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Cecilia T. Pino, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32153

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006653 Filed: Mar 23, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Walking Eagle Mobility. Located at: 380 S. Melrose Dr. #315. Vista CA 92081 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 27 NE Tremont Dr., College Place WA 99324. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Walking Eagle Mobility Consultants LLC, 27 NE Tremont Dr., College Place WA 99324. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Lee Cole Walking Eagle, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32152

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007144 Filed: Mar 30, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Snotty Ned’s Fine Ice. Located at: 1414 Santa Anita St., Oceanside CA 92058 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Kimanae Jo Gustafson, 1414 Santa Anita St, Oceanside CA 92058. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Kimanae Jo Gustafson, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32150

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9004830

Filed: Mar 03, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. PuraClean Water. Located at: 3132 Tiger Run Ct #109, Carlsbad CA 92010 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. CF Plumbing Inc., 3132 Tiger Run Ct. #109, Carlsbad CA 92010. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 01/04/2016 S/Rachelle Fomon, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32149

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007541 Filed: Apr 03, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. San Diego HOA Election Services. Located at: 239 W. Washington Ave., Escondido CA 92025 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 1433 Camino De Vela, San Marcos CA 92078. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Lisa Jean Inc., 1433 Camino De Vela, San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Lisa Gunther, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32148

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006222 Filed: Mar 18, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Numbskulls LLC. Located at: 466 N. Coast Hwy #5, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: 829 2nd St. #B, Encinitas CA 92024. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Numbskulls LLC, 829 2nd St. #B, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Jason Janecek, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32146

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007375 Filed: Apr 02, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. H & H Optical. Located at: 650 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd. #129, San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Colleen Hannegan, 650 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd. #129, San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/21/2026 S/Colleen Hannegan, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32145

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007267

Filed: Apr 01, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Bennett Real Estate Services. Located at: 1621 Arrow Wood Ln., Vista CA 92084 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: PO Box 4604, Carlsbad CA 92018. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Bennett Real Estate Services LLC, PO Box 4604, Carlsbad CA 92018. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/31/2026 S/Sheila Bennett, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32144

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006962

Filed: Mar 26, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Beyond Binge Eating. Located at: 12825 Gambusa Way, San Diego CA 92129 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same.

Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Kristina Dobyns, 12825 Gambusa Way, San Diego CA 92129. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/26/2026 S/Kristina Dobyns, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32143

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9006829 Filed: Mar 25, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Mindset For Better Living. Located at: 230 Walsh St., Oceanside CA 92054 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Michael O. Jenkins, 230 Walsh St., Oceanside CA 92054. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 02/04/2026 S/Michael

630 Overlook St., Escondido CA 92027 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. S B Perkins Electric Inc., 2434 Catalina Cir. #622, Oceanside CA 92056. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: Not Yet Started S/Brent Perkins, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32140

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2026-9007265 Filed: Apr 01, 2026 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Knights FHC. Located at: 643 Twin Oaks Valley Rd. #207, San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Business Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Name and Business Mailing Address: 1. Heidi Harris, 643 Twin Oaks Valley Rd. #207, San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: An Individual. Registrant First Began to Transact Business Under the Names(s) Above as of: 03/16/2026 S/Heidi Harris, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01/2026 CN 32138

Encinitas divvies $800K in grants, tightens rules

By Cameron Adams ENCINITAS

— From a mixture of federal and local sources totaling more than $800,000, the Encinitas City Council approved grant funding for several projects and set guidelines for how staff will vet other projects to receive the remaining dollars.

Since 1990, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded the city grant funds to meet a variety of housing, community and other needs for low- and moderate-income residents through HUD’s Community Development Block Grant, or CDBG, program.

The city was awarded $291,470 in CDBG funding for fiscal year 2026-27, according to city documents.

Of that amount, 15% has been allocated to public services such as the Boys & Girls Club, Community Resource Center and Meals on Wheels. In addition to the $43,720 from the CDBG, the city will use $11,280 in a General Fund subsidy for those programs, according to the documents.

Encinitas also plans to allocate 20% of the total funding — $58,294 — to program administration and fair housing services.

The remaining $189,456 is earmarked for a residential rehabilitation program.

Through the program in fiscal year 2024-25, three homeowners received

the letter. However, former Board Member Joyce Rowland stated at a board meeting earlier this month that the board had properly investigated the concerns shared in the letter.

In October, another employee sent a letter to the board alleging that his mental health had suffered greatly under Moore and other Fairgrounds leaders.

Brian Quigley, a security guard of two years, said Moore loudly reprimanded him in front of other managers despite no wrongdoing, and that she would repeatedly publicly chastise employees as a means of intimidation.

“Doing things to you in front of people, that's her [Carlene’s] MO. She does that just to intimidate people,” he said.

He also said Moore and Schutz allowed the security department to remain severely understaffed and delayed filling open positions, resulting in insufficient security coverage. He said that, overall, he did not understand how Schutz remained in her role for as long as she did, as she appeared unprofessional and unqualified for the job.

“Carlene Moore’s management contributed to ongoing delays in the district’s hiring processes, creating a pattern of mismanagement that has directly impacted public safety. The security department is currently understaffed, with eight full

grants for residential rehabilitation projects; 50 residents received fair housing assistance; 687 homeless residents received food assistance; and 98 senior residents received meals, according to the documents.

Cindy Schubert, who oversees the program for the city, said at the April 15 City Council meeting that residents seeking grant funding for rehabilitation projects go through an income audit to ensure they meet eligibility standards. Low-income residents can be either tenants or owners, she added.

Schubert said the city is seeking to expand the program to include nonprofit owners of deed-restricted affordable units, such as the Encinitas Historical Society’s Boathouses.

“We are looking to spend some more of our

time vacant positions that remain unfilled, in part due to [Schultz’s] documented failure to follow proper state hiring procedures. Despite being aware of these deficiencies and the resulting backlog, Ms. Moore did not take corrective action, allowing the understaffing to persist and compromising the department’s ability to maintain adequate public safety coverage,” Quigley said.

He also stated that he was also singled out and loudly reprimanded by his boss, Public Safety Director Mark Elvin, and was told to be “mean” to fellow security guards. He said this treatment increased the hostile work environment.

He requested workers’ compensation for emotional distress, which was denied. He also filed a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Office alleging harassment by Moore and a hostile work environment and retaliatory conduct by both Moore and Elvin.

The district said in a letter to Quigley that an independent HR consulting firm investigated the claims but found them all to be unsubstantiated.

The Fairgrounds declined to comment on Quigley's complaint.

In another now-settled 2022 lawsuit, Moore was also accused by carnival operator Talley Amusements of fraudulently changing applicants’ scores in a midway contract bid for the 2021 county fair in favor of

er guardrails on the types of projects that qualify, calling it a potential “slippery slope” to allocate funds to groups that “should be responsibly owning their complex,” such as in the case of the Boathouses.

“I’m shocked by the lack of the council wanting to put some better side rails up along these dollars and narrow the scope,” O’Hara said.

supported O’Hara’s call for tighter regulations but did not want to slow the process. He said the council may want to revisit the requirements at a future meeting to “look at this deeper.”

officials allocated $150,000 — $145,000 from the General Fund and a $5,000 donation from the Ecke family — for projects in fiscal year 2026-27, according to city documents.

money to enable the nonprofits in our city who own property that do rent to um low-income tenants to have a means to take care of things that may be ADA improvements, health and safety repairs,” she said.

Schubert added that unused residential rehabilitation funds roll over, and the city currently has an excess balance of about $400,000.

Mayor Bruce Ehlers said he had suspected the city had not been using all of its CDBG funds for that program.

Ehlers added that the city might want to make exceptions to include historic, market-rate properties such as the Encinitas Boathouses or the apartment atop the La Paloma Theatre.

Deputy Mayor Jim O’Hara said he believed the city should implement tight-

another operator.

New CEO

The 22nd DAA board unanimously appointed Bartling as the district’s new CEO on April 24. She most recently served as the CEO of the Sonoma County Fairgrounds from 2015 until her retirement in 2024.

Bartling also served for around two decades at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. She was the box office manager from 1994 to 2005, and the Chief Operating Officer from 2006 to 2015.

As COO, she managed budgets for numerous departments and led evacuation efforts during the 2003 and 2007 San Diego County Wildfires.

“I am honored to return to the Del Mar Fairgrounds and serve as CEO of this remarkable organization,” Bartling said. “This place has long been meaningful to me, and I look forward to working with the Board, staff, partners and community to support the Fairgrounds’ mission, strengthen its operations, and help ensure a successful future for the San Diego County Fair and all of the events and programs this campus makes possible.”

Bartling also served on the board of the California Fairs Alliance and was a founding member of the California Emergency Response Resiliency Venues and Fairgrounds, which focuses on the important roles fairgrounds play in responding to local emergencies.

O'Hara added that, based on what he sees in the community, it would be easy to identify residences better served by CDBG funds. He said he feared the process could be taken advantage of by people it was not intended to help.

“I’m going to support this because I think it’s a good program,” O’Hara said. “I’m going to put a lot of pressure on staff who I think has worked really hard on this and has the best intentions and I want to see you follow through on this.”

Scott Drapkin, the city's director of development services, said much of the administrative oversight budget goes toward ensuring CDBG funds are spent correctly.

Drapkin added that including possible new recipients was strategic.

“That’s the purpose of expanding the program, so we can utilize some of those funds that have rolled over,” he said.

Councilmember Marco San Antonio said he

“The staff, I trust you guys, you haven’t let me down yet,” he said. “I just want to make sure that the $589,000 gets spent in the best way possible to help the most amount of people.”

Councilmember Joy Lyndes said she supported expanding eligibility to bring more rental units into the program, noting that renters can be a “fragile” population. She said more than 40% of residents in her district are renters.

Councilmember Luke Shaffer echoed that point.

“As Councilmember Lyndes said, it should go to the people who are in need,” he said.

Shaffer said city staff was “intelligent enough, capable enough” to ensure proper use of funds.

“We just don’t want somebody gaming the game and screwing the system,” he said. “We have a smart enough staff that have written a process in place to do exactly what our intention is.”

The staff recommendations for the program passed unanimously.

The City Council also approved allocations for the Community Grant Program at the April 15 meeting.

Through the program,

Of the total, 80% was divided evenly among qualified applicants, while the remaining 20% was distributed at the council’s discretion.

The city received 53 qualified applications that met policy criteria. Each received a base allocation of $2,264.

Each council member had about $6,000 to distribute at their discretion.

O’Hara recused himself from the discussion of TrueCare North County Health’s interactive educational event project because his wife is a pediatrician at that location.

The remaining 52 projects ranged in cost from $2,500 to $1,225,095 and were expected to serve between about 12 and 60,000 residents, according to the city.

Three organizations — Exposure Skate, San Dieguito Alliance for Drug Free Youth and the Encinitas Historical Society — received contributions from all five council members.

The Encinitas Historical Society sought and received funding to add lighting to the Schoolhouse entrance, an Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant ramp and restrooms.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice of Preparation of a Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and Public Scoping Meeting for the Interstate 5/State Route 78 Interchange Improvements Project

WHAT’S BEING PLANNED? The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) District 11 is proposing improvements to the Interstate 5/State Route 78 (I-5/SR-78) interchange in the cities of Oceanside and Carlsbad in San Diego County. The project is intended to improve safety and tra c ow at the interchange, with a focus on the heavily traveled westbound SR-78 to southbound I-5 connection, while also improving access to local communities, coastal resources, and recreational destinations.

WHY THIS AD? To inform the public, interested parties, and stakeholders that Caltrans has issued a Notice of Preparation for a Draft Environmental Impact Report and to invite participation in the public scoping process.

WHAT’S AVAILABLE? Information about the project and the environmental review process is available online at engage.dot.ca.gov/11-07890. Comments may be submitted between Wednesday, April 29, 2026, and Friday, May 29, 2026.

WHERE YOU COME IN: Learn more and share your input by attending the public scoping meeting on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6 PM at South Oceanside Elementary School, 1806 S Horne St., Oceanside, CA 92054. Written comments must be received by Friday, May 29, 2026. Submit a Comment in writing to:

Amanda D’Elia, Environmental Division, Caltrans District 11, 4050 Taylor St., Mail Stop 242, San Diego, CA 92110

Comments may also be sent by email to: 11-07890_paed@publicinput.com

An online comment form is also available on the project website: engage.dot.ca.gov/11-07890

By phone (855) 925-2801, project code: 8538

Written and verbal comments will be accepted via a court reporter at the public scoping meeting on May 13, 2026.

EVENTS CALENDAR

MAY 1

FOODIELAND

Experience FoodieLand, a nationwide food festival filled with over 200 vendors with global flavors, artisan shops, games, and live music. FoodieLand is the nation’s largest food festival, uniting local talent, small businesses, and global flavors in one vibrant experience. $12-$20 (not including parking), Times vary, May 1-3 at Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar.

CCAA TRACK & FIELD

Cal State San Marcos hosts the conference track and field championships. 10 a.m. May 1-2 at Mangrum Track & Field, 555 Campus View Drive, S. Twin Oaks Valley Road, San Marcos.

‘BEAU JEST’

Fall under the spell of this effervescent romantic comedy where love, laughter, and tradition playfully intertwine. North Coast Repertory Theatre presents “Beau Jest,” James Sherman’s delightful Jewish-American story that weaves together vibrant traditions, sizzling chemistry, and joyous celebrations into a warm-hearted theatrical treat. $58.50-$80.50, through May 17 at North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite D, Solana Beach.

BARBWIRE COUNTRY BAND

Based in the heart of San Diego, Barbwire is the ultimate fusion of Southern charm and West Coast grit. As the region’s premier

country party act, the band delivers a high-octane musical experience that spans the best of red dirt country, timeless classics, and today’s country music. Free, 7 p.m. May 1 at Park 101, 3040 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad

LAGOONA KAHUNA

Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation’s Lagoona Kahuna Cleanup Challenge invites large and small businesses and nonprofits to participate to win points for trash collected, weeds and invasive species removed, and competitive games.

$1,000-$2,500 per team, 9 a.m. to noon or 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. May 1; family cleanup: $40-$100, 10 a.m.-noon May 2. Both days at California Watersports, 4215 Harrison Street, Carlsbad.

MALACHI MCNEILL

Malachi McNeill, a San Diego-based singer-songwriter known for a blend of country, folk, and classic rock, will perform live. Free, 5 p.m. May 1 at 1430 Vantage Court, Suite 101, Vista.

STREET LEVEL X ART WALK

Enjoy an evening of live music, art and community at this free all-ages event. The night includes a 6 p.m. artist tour of Mary Jhun’s exhibition, plus local artists and craftspeople showcasing work throughout the museum and terrace. Free (drink tickets available for purchase), 5 p.m. at Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside.

‘THE BOOK CLUB PLAY’

When a devoted book

club becomes the subject of a legendary documentarian, their cozy gatherings take a hilarious turn. This side-splitting comedy follows Ana and her fellow book lovers as they navigate friendship, literature, and the absurd situations that unfold when cameras start rolling. $17-$22, May 1-3 at MiraCosta College Theatre, 1 Barnard Drive, Oceanside.

BRENT CURTIS

Singer-songwriter Brent Curtis blends roots in punk and alternative rock with a more refined acoustic style, known for melodic songwriting and relatable lyrics about everyday life. A former frontman of Misdirection, his work includes the award-winning music video “Just Go.” Free, 4 p.m. May 1 at Fox Point Farms, 1200 Fox Point Farms Lane, Encinitas.

‘SOMETHING ROTTEN’

In this musical presented by Carlsbad High, two brothers set out to write the world’s first musical in this hilarious mash-up of 16th century Shakespeare and 21st century Broadway. $16.75, 7 p.m. May 1 and 2 p.m./7 p.m. May 2 at the Carlsbad High School Cultural Arts Center, 3557 Monroe Street, Carlsbad.

ALCHEMY & LIGHT

The True North Photo Society presents a collection exploring the interplay of light and transformation through innovative photographic works, inviting visitors to discover the subtle magic within each image. Free, ongoing through Aug. 23 at William D. Cannon Art Gallery at Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Lane, Carlsbad.

MAY 2

CBAD CARS

Weekly car meet featuring classic, exotic and custom vehicles. Free, 7–9 a.m. May 2 at 7130 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad.

of San Diego

4 p.m. on May 2-3 Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista.

VISTA FLOWER SHOW

The Vista Garden Club presents its 90th annual “Garden Magic” flower show featuring floral displays, a plant sale and garden art boutique. Free, May 2-3 at Jim Porter Recreation Center, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista.

PRETENDING CHRISSIE

The Bornemann Theatre presents an electrifying tribute to two legendary female rock singer-songwriters: Chrissie Hynde and Stevie Nicks. $30, 7 p.m. May 2 at Bornemann Theatre at Teri Campus, 555 Deer Springs Road, San Marcos.

MAY 4

TAI CHI COURSE

This ongoing class explores the relationship between the body’s 12 meridians and Tai Chi movements. Contact Linda Scott at lscott1530@gmail.com for details. $550 for full course or $60 per class, 4-5:30 p.m. Mondays through July 27 on Zoom in Carlsbad.

FRESH MARKET MONDAYS

Free biweekly distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables for students. Free, 11 a.m. May 4 at CSUSM Arts Building, 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road, San Marcos.

MAY 5

JIM MESSINA

closes its season with a world premiere of The Firebird, an original ballet by resident choreographer Elizabeth Wistrich set to Igor Stravinsky’s iconic score, paired with George Balanchine’s “Who Cares?” Tickets $39$119, 8 p.m. May 2 and 2 p.m. May 3 at 340 N. Escondido Blvd, Escondido.

MIRACOSTA JAZZ FESTIVAL

MiraCosta College’s nine-time DownBeat award-winning big band, directed by Steve Torok, presents an evening of jazz and funk with guitarist and composer Grant Geissman. A Grammy-nominated artist with 15 albums, Geissman has collaborated with legends like Quincy Jones, Burt Bacharach, and Ringo Starr. $15-$20, 7:30 p.m. May 2 at 1 Barnard Drive, Oceanside.

NATHAN & JESSIE

Nathan & Jessie are a Temecula-based jazzy folk duo featuring Nathan Rivera and Jessie Andra Smith, known for their unique blend of blues, folk, and jazz using resonator guitars and accordion. Free, 11 a.m. May 2 at Prager Brothers Artisan Breads, 5611 Palmer Way, Carlsbad.

ORCHIDS IN THE WILD

Explore the beauty of orchids in their natural habitats during this immersive exhibit at the San Diego Botanic Garden, featuring displays inspired by ecosystems where orchids thrive. The monthlong showcase includes weekend markets, workshops and special events. $12-$20, RSVP online from May 2 to June 1 at San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas.

VISTA FIBER ARTS FIESTA

Experience a day of creativity and heritage at this family-friendly event featuring vendors, live demonstrations, and hands-on classes. Enjoy live music, delicious food and drinks, and interactive activities like makeand-take projects and fiber arts exhibits. Free, 10 a.m. to

THE WOOD BROTHERS

Dubbed “masters of soulful folk” by Paste, the Wood Brothers have evolved into one of roots music’s most revered acts, playing sold out shows across North America, garnering a Grammy Award nomination and releasing nine studio albums, including their forthcoming release, “Puff of Smoke,” out Aug. 1. $45, 8:30 p.m. May 2 at 143 S. Cedros Avenue, Solana Beach.

MAY 3

JAZZ EVENSONG

Jazz Evensong offers a unique blend of jazz rooted in the context of Anglican meditation and prayer. Free and open to the public. 4 p.m. on May 2 at St. Michael’s-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, 2775 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad.

ANNA BALLEW

Anna Ballew performs live. Her voice is rich, sultry and soulful, and she brings a fresh, groovy vibe to classic standards, pop covers and modern R&B hits. Free, 2 p.m. May 3 at Forgotten Barrel Winery, 1120 W. 15th Avenue, Escondido.

ART FOR ALL

The Oceanside Museum of Art hosts Art for All, a free, monthly, hands-on art-making workshop held on the first Sunday of every month. The event is open to all ages, features projects led by local artists, and often corresponds with themed exhibitions, such as neurodiverse expressions or nature-themed art. Free, 12-2 p.m. on May 3 at Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside.

QUILT & NATURE ART SALE

Shop quilts by local conservationist Diane Nygaard along with artwork from a dozen regional artists across multiple mediums. Proceeds support local conservation efforts. Free, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 3 at Buena Vista Audubon Nature Center, 2202 S. Coast Highway, Oceanside.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame collaborator and co-founder of Loggins & Messina, Jim Messina brings decades of hits and country rock influence to the stage, performing classics like “Your Mama Don’t Dance” and “Danny’s Song.” $50–$55, 8 p.m. May 5 at Belly Up Tavern, 143 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach.

CINCO DE MAYO SHOW

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a taco bar, drinks and live stand-up comedy by Steven Marcus Releford at this festive community event. Ticket includes dinner and two drinks, with proceeds benefiting SPOT Dog & Cat Rescue. Free (RSVP online), 6–8 p.m. May 5 at Local Roots Boochyard, 1430 Vantage Court, Vista.

MAY 6

REEL WEDNESDAY

Screening of the Oscar-winning crime drama “Traffic,” exploring the impact of international drug trafficking across multiple perspectives. Free, showtimes at 4 and 7 p.m. on May 6 at Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Lane, Carlsbad.

BRAWLEY

Enjoy a night of country and Americana as six-time San Diego Music Award nominee Brawley performs original songs alongside classic hits, joined by an all-star lineup of regional musicians, including Nena Anderson, Adrian Demain, David Berzansky, Jim Austin and Dale Daniels. Free, 9 p.m. May 6 at 1st Street Bar, 656 S. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas.

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Same-day flower delivery meets coastal style

Afresh wave of creativity and local charm has arrived in the heart of Solana Beach with the opening of North Coastal Floral Design, a boutique floral studio bringing elevated design and everyday convenience to North County.

Located along the iconic Highway 101 corridor, this newly opened retail space blends artistic floral design with a welcoming, coastal-inspired atmosphere. The shop marks an exciting expansion for the brand, which has already built a strong reputation throughout San Diego for its custom arrangements and event florals.

At the center of the business is a passion for storytelling through flowers. Each bouquet is thoughtfully designed to reflect emotion, personality, and occasion— whether it’s a simple “thinking of you” gesture or a largescale celebration. Founder Helen Liang has built the company around creativity, attention to detail, and a deep commitment to making each arrangement feel personal and memorable.

One of the standout features of North Coastal Floral Design is its same-day delivery service, offering convenience for busy locals who still want to make a meaningful impression. From birthdays and anniversaries to last-minute surprises, customers can rely on fresh, high-quality blooms delivered promptly throughout the area.

Beyond everyday ar-

rangements, the shop also specializes in weddings, events, and custom installations. Known for its modern, romantic, and coastal-inspired aesthetic, the team collaborates closely with clients to bring unique visions to life, from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. Their work has earned consistent praise for both creativity and professionalism, with clients highlighting the team’s ability to exceed expectations.

As Solana Beach continues to thrive as a hub for boutique shopping and design-forward businesses, this new floral destination fits seamlessly into the community’s vibrant character.

With its prime location, personalized service, and same-day delivery convenience, North Coastal Floral Design is poised to become a go-to resource for beautiful blooms and thoughtful gifting.

For more information or to place an order, call (858) 356-2789 and experience one of North County’s newest—and most inspiring— floral destinations.

Ride the 101 without a car

May 17 Cyclovia Encinitas opens Coast Highway for bikes, families, fun

If you’ve ever wanted to cruise Coast Highway 101 without traffic, just ocean air, good company, and that easygoing North County pace, your day is coming.

On Sunday, May 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Cyclovia Encinitas returns, transforming a stretch of historic Highway 101 from D Street to I Street into a car-free space for the community. For a few hours, the road belongs to cyclists, pedestrians, skaters, and anyone ready to experience downtown Encinitas in a whole new way.

“Open street events are held all over the world to encourage active transportation, promote exercise and health, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions,” said Nick Buck, from the City of Encinitas. “We’re proud that Cyclovia Encinitas, now in its sixth year, was the first of its kind in North County San Diego. Plus, cruising Coast Highway totally free of cars is just such a cool experience to enjoy once a year at Cyclovia.”

Cyclovia, which translates to “cycleway,” is part of a global movement that temporarily opens streets to people instead of vehicles. Events like this have gained traction across San Diego County, and Encinitas continues to lead the way in North County with its own vibrant take.

Families can ride together, kids can build confidence on bikes, and friends can take their time exploring along the route. Whether you are on two wheels or on foot, the experience is designed to be relaxed, welcoming, and

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“Cyclovia isn’t just about mobility, it’s about joy,” added Dave Knopp, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts. “It’s an incredible chance for families to come together, explore downtown, and experience Encinitas in a whole new way.”

Along the corridor, there will be plenty to explore. Ride Krew SD will host a bike skills pump track, giving riders a chance to test

their balance and flow. Community booths will highlight local programs, sustainability efforts, and mobility initiatives, along with activities, giveaways, and interactive stops for all ages.

Downtown Encinitas will be fully open for business, making it easy to grab a bite, enjoy a coffee, or pop into a favorite shop along the way.

“My daughter will be riding these streets soon, so anything that helps raise awareness and keep the community safer is a good thing,” said Hulises Contreras, operations manager for Swami’s Cafe and Honey’s Bistro & Bakery. “It brings new energy into downtown, and we love being part of that. Events like this give us a chance to connect with people and welcome the next

generation of Encinitas locals.”

Cyclovia Encinitas is organized through a partnership between the City of Encinitas Environmental Commission and Mobility and Traffic Safety Commission, with support from the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition, Encinitas 101, and community partners including San Diego Community Power.

The event is free and open to the public, and there is no formal start point. Attendees can jump in anywhere along the route and move at their own pace. Planning to ride in? The city offers bike maps that highlight routes, lanes, and paths leading into downtown, making it easier to leave the car behind for the day.

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