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Harbor board discusses accounting contract, examines tsunami damage

BY ROGER GITLIN

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The harbor board voted three in favor of and two opposed to changing bookkeeper Sandy Moreno’s contract to become a paid employee of the harbor. Moreno is currently an independent contractor, keeping the books for the harbor, a position she asked for board approval to keep moving forward.

The vote came due to some board members seeking to retain Moreno as an employee.

Prior to the vote, Moreno presented her case to the board.

“Some folks like to work in chaos. I don’t,” she said. “I

BY ROGER GITLIN Country Media, Inc.

Sentencing came last week for Alexandra Danielle Diehl for her role in the hit and run death of Peter Jun Ming Nip. The 80 year old was struck walking across the crosswalk at Northcrest at East Madison St. Mr. Nip was pushing a shopping cart when the vehicle operated by Diehl struck Nip who was thrown into the southbound lanes and was struck again by two other southbound vehicles. Nip was pronounced dead on arrival at Sutter Coast Hospital. The accident occurred around 6pm, December 4, last year. The CHP arrested Diehl at her home around 8:20PM.

Both Prosecution and Defense agreed to change the charge from Manslaughter to leaving the scene where a death of injury had

appreciate working with astute people.”

Moreno asked for 100 percent support, but commissioners Dan Schmidt and Annie Nehmer oppose the contract stating it would be better if Moreno was an employee of the harbor.

“Moreno’s position takes a job away from the harbor,” Nehmer said at the meeting.

With the board’s 3-2 vote, Moreno will continue as a contracted bookkeeper, earning $75 per hour typically working 18 hours per month on the harbor’s finances.

Commissioners heard a call for unity from the public, even as the harbor works to recover from

last month’s tsunami. A member of the audience reminded the board the community is depending on them to row in the same direction.

“I had hoped the five of you commissioners would work to move forward to make this harbor a success,” said an audience member. “My observation is, this isn’t happening. You need to figure out what you want to do and need to get with it.”

In other business:

Recent updates of the July 2930 tsunami inflicted an estimated $1million in damage, according to Harbormaster Mike Rade-

Diehl Sentenced Modified

occurred.

The mandatory sentence could be from two-three years in State Prison.

Diehl had no priors or convictions but over the years, evidence showed she used alcohol and drugs while operating a motor vehicle. The evidence was two DUI stops where she blew a .06 twice. The legal threshhold is .08.

The People and Diehl agreed to a one year sentence in County Jail and be assigned three years felony probation.

Judge Darren McElfresh acknowledged 17 different factors influencing the sentence, 12 favored Diehl, six were deemed unfavorable. McElfresh determined his highest priority is to protect the public. The two year prison was suspended, pending the successful completion of all the terms of the sentence.

McElfresh stated, in many ways, the strict program will be more stringent than a prison sentence. The Judge acknowledged nothing can bring back Peter Nip. Defense counsel David Cooper has acknowledged Diehl has already joined an Alcohol Anonymous group and expressed to the Court and the community her deep remorse to the family and her intent to write a letter to the Nip family. Probation will include at least 15 hours of public service to Del Norte County, no drug or alcohol use. Diehl reports to the jail within seven days of the sentence.

“Del Norte Ambulance Provides Satisfactory Service to the Community”

BY ROGER GITLIN

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The above quote is attributable to EndPoint Consultants.

Funded by an emergency grant from the Department of Health and Human Services, EndPoint Consultants delivered a Phase One review of emergency medical services (EMS) status to the Board of Supervisors, last Tuesday. The important fact to note is there was no new information disclosed to the supervisors and the public and nothing had been disclosed in the report made previously aware. A special Ad Hoc Committee for the Board was created some 18 months ago. Comprising the Ad Hoc were Supervisors

Darrin Short and Valerie Starkey. North Coast EMS director Larry Karstadt was also part of the Ad Hoc group.

Karstadt advised the two Supervisors the idea of supplanting Del Norte Ambulance had no evidence to support replacement.

Over the decades, Del Norte Ambulance has earned endorsements from Sutter Coast Hospital, the

Del Norte Sheriff Dept, and customers who’ve experienced DNAMB.

Still, the Ad Hoc moved ahead seeking a request for Proposal (RFP) recommending the full board explore options to replace DNAMB.

The costs associated EndPoint are approaching $150,000 and heading north from this point.

The question begs to be asked: Is this cost to conduct the EndPoint oversight justified?

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Guest Commentary - Opinion by Samuel Strait

End Point Assessment of Del Norte Ambulance Leaves Supervisor’s Starkey, Short, and Borges With Egg on Their Faces

I would suspect now is the time to rip the band aide off the proverbial festering wound. At the first meeting in August of the Del Norte County Board of Supervisors (BOS), it became painfully obvious at least three of the members ofin intention of doing what is right and beneficial for the citizens they represent. Although not surprising.

Supervisors Starkey, Short and Chair Borges were visibly uncomfortable with the results of End Point EMS’s assessment of Del Norte Ambulance’s (DNAMB) performance over a two-year span concluding DNAMB had met the contractual obligations for EMS service in Del Norte County. Nothing like a well-deserved slap in the face of three of the Board’s “geniuses” who assured the County’s residents their “thorough” investigation of DNA’s performance while serving on an Ad Hoc committee to evaluate DNA’s request to become the County’s sole ambulance provider revealed DNA did not meet its obligations for EMS service. An investigation now proven to be false!

The Ad Hoc committee composed of Starkey and Short relied exclusively on a letter by Fire Chief Kevin Carey and the remaining county fire chiefs claiming “poor” response times and questionable performance by ambulance crews. No ev-

idence of those claims being substantiated or factual has ever surfaced following the Ad Hoc committee’s report to the board in a February 2024 meeting. The remaining members of the EMS community, the city police, the sheriff’s department, the highway patrol, or the hospital expressed any similar concerns. How strange? Thorough huh!

This bogus reporting by Supervisor’s Starkey and Short and Del Norte’s fire chiefs allowed the board coupled with Supervisor Borges to deny DNA an exclusive operating permit and institute a Request for Provider to replace DNA as the ambulance service in Del Norte County. Public outcry against this action by the board has done little to change the board’s course. An expensive consultant, End Point was the result. $160,000 and counting flushed down the toilet to produce an assessment of long recognized EMS deficiencies, none of which have anything to do with poor performance by DNA. JUST GREAT!

Will the egos on the board admit they were wrong? Not likely! Supervisor Starkey thinks more data will change the outcome of her poor decision. Supervisor Short thinks the assessment is somehow “new” information well worth the “emergency” funding spent. Chair Borges

remains unengaged and the RFP trundles pointlessly on. What will it take for Borges, Starkey, and Short to understand THEY WERE WRONG?

In the meantime, DNAMB, after being thoroughly disrespected by the BOS and the county’s fire chiefs, had undertaken steps to correct the EMS deficiencies above and beyond its contractual obligations before End Point’s assessment was even revealed to the BOS. A fourth ambulance is to be stationed in Klamath. DNA’s contract only requires three. An enhanced dispatch service to supplement the Sheriff’s dispatch service was installed by DNA.

Still, Supervisors Starkey and Short prattle on in defense of their abysmal performance as Ad Hoc committee members. Chair Borges appears to have removed himself from any participation in county government. No board reports, barely a presence at meetings. Is this the kind of leadership the county’s citizens have come to accept?

Following End Point’s assessment down the well-traveled path outlining the County’s EMS deficiencies, DEL NORTE AMBULANCE, looks to have taken the initiative to correct those issues within the glaring omissions of the County’s contract for ambulance service at their own

Guest Commentary - Opinion

expense. The remainder of End Point’s assessment points a finger at the deception of the county’s fire chief’s and the Ad Hoc committee of Supervisors Short and Starkey.

The remainder of the issues in the report highlight the need for the BOS to give the Sheriff’s department the tools necessary to improve outcomes in dispatch and correct the unprofessional lack of cooperation by the fire hierarchy when engaged with ambulance personnel in emergency situations. None of which reflects badly on Del Norte Ambulance’s service to the community over its near forty years’ service in Del Norte County. So, where are we now? It remains for Supervisors Short, Starkey, and Chair Borges to “DO THE RIGHT THING”! The RFP should be immediately suspended. End Point should receive fair compensation. DEL NORTE AMBULANCE SHOULD RECEIVE AN EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO PROVIDE SERVICE! Supervisors Short, Starkey, and Borges should be reprimanded for wasting County resources. Kevin Carey and the local fire chiefs should be reminded to “stay in their own lane and cooperate”!

Bow Attacks on Elk in Bertsch Tract

Did you know that elk are now being hunted with bows on a tiny patch of land in the center of the Bertsch-Oceanview area? A patch completely surrounded by residential neighborhoods, houses, roads, businesses, busy thoroughfares, and children’s school bus stops. I learned this the hard way. One recent Saturday afternoon, I was enjoying my day off watching a little college football when my wife pointed out a man walking through our neighbor’s yard carrying a rifle. I ran to the window and saw that it was a game warden. We then saw a large elk in obvious distress, tangled in some foliage.

The warden then shot the elk with his 30-06 rifle right outside our window. After the warden shot the injured animal, I waved him over and asked him why this had happened. He told me the elk had been wounded. I asked if it was a traffic accident; he said no—it was from a bow hunt next door. A bow hunt? I was flabbergasted. How could anyone imagine that bow hunting elk on such a small parcel of land would not lead to this kind of incident?

Then to top it off, we had to listen to the animal being butchered for the next four hours with something that sounded like an electric chainsaw. The game warden had apparently instructed the hunter to move his four-wheeler between us and the butchering so we wouldn’t be able to see it happening .

This is not to mention that this elk suffered for almost two and a half hours before the warden even showed up to kill it.

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PPA, the Partnership for the Performing Arts, is privileged and pleased to present the iconic swing dance group Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, performing live at the Azalea Park band shell in Brookings at 3pm on Sunday, September 21st.

This is a benefit concert, with all profits going to the music departments at Del Norte Unified and Brookings-Harbor School Districts. The event opens with a short set featuring the combined jazz bands of Del Norte and Brookings-Harbor high schools, followed by 90 minutes of the most intoxicating, high octane, knock your socks off dance mu-

maker. This figure pales in comparison to the $50 million disaster of 2011, when the entire docks were ripped apart, vessels destroyed, and the harbor left crippled for months.

“By contrast, the current damage, though serious, is also more manageable,”

Rademaker continued. “We have multiple teams of world-renowned engineers coming forward, donating

The issue here is that bow hunting in such a small, hemmed-in parcel almost guarantees wounded animals will run into nearby neighborhoods and properties. The hunters are not allowed to leave the hunting area and chase the animals onto private property.

Imagine what we have here: a 1,000-pound animal with a head full of antlers, grievously wounded, running rampant through the neighborhood. Does this sound like a good idea to you?

In California law, the definition of a public nuisance is anything that interferes with the quiet enjoyment of your property; this seems to qualify to me. Even the warden admitted to me this constituted a public nuisance.

We learned this hunt is part of the SHARE program, a statewide access program administered by the Department of Fish and Wildlife. While they can authorize a hunt on a specific location, DFWD cannot authorize large, wounded animals running through neighborhoods.

We asked the property owners to stop allowing hunting, but they refused. We asked the Department of Fish and Wildlife to rescind the authorization, and after months of delay, it refused as well.

I want to be clear: I am not making a statement about hunting in general or wildlife management. I am only opposing bow hunting elk in this specific location, for the reasons mentioned.

This poses a real public safety and quality-of-life concern here in Del Norte County. And no one benefits

except these wealthy hunters who come in from out of town and pay thousands to kill our elk.

This is also completely unnecessary. This one small herd, approximately 25 individuals, is known as the Elk Creek herd. I have been watching and counting them for about six years now, and they have not had a population explosion. The elk, as we all know, are gentle, skittish creatures. Yes, they may nibble on our flowers from time to time, but this is hardly a reason to eradicate them.

A few more points: I can walk up to these elk and get within 20 to 25 feet of them. They have never been hunted on this piece of land, and they are quite domesticated. So I would ask—how much sportsmanship is in this type of “hunt”?

The public has virtually no input on the SHARE hunt program. The public is never told where these hunting parcels have been authorized, and only in very loose terms when the hunt is going to occur. The SHARE hunt program is very opaque and largely unaccountable to the public.

I think everyone in the Bertsch-Oceanview area needs to be on the lookout for these types of incidents. The hunting season runs from August 16 through the middle of December. It’s possible that we could be seeing a lot more of these problems. Contact the Board of Supervisors and the Department of Fish and Wildlife And let’s stop hunting elk in the middle of the Bertsch- Oceanview view district!

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sic on the planet. Tickets are $20 for 18 and under, $50 for adults, and $100 for the VIP section, positioned right in front of the band with exclusive access to the dance floor. Seating is limited to 100 for VIP, so if your plan is to dance yourself silly, you’d be smart to buy your tickets ahead of time at https://www.ppadelnorte.org/ event-details/big-bad-voodoodaddy

Following the concert there will be an after-concert private event from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Dan and Kathy Brattain’s intimate ocean front mini ranch Bolina, to celebrate with the members of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. A fundraiser for PPA, your tax-deductible donation of $100 per person guarantees a

their time and expertise to help us develop solutions.”

Coastal engineers and tsunami researchers, including those who advised the district after the 2011 disaster, have begun advising commissioners. Among them is Dr. Patrick Lynett, Professor of Coastal Engineering at the University of Southern California, a nationally recognized authority on tsunamis and coastal dynamics. Also on board is Rob

fun evening enjoying a variety of quality wine, beer, and food, a beautiful sunset, and most importantly, spending one-on-one time with the members of the band. There’s even a rumor circulating that some of the guys will form a trio or quartet and play some jazz, making the evening all that more special and memorable. Tickets for this event may be purchased at https://www.ppadelnorte.org/event-details/big-badvoodoo-daddy-after-party-event.

On Monday, September 22nd, BBVD comes to Crescent City to do an exclusive concert at Crescent Elk auditorium for Del Norte and Brookings-Harbor band students, followed by 3 hours of outreach at the high school for band students from schools. The kids will never

Sloop Vice President and Coastal Engineer at Moffatt & Nichol, a firm with deep experience in marine and coastal infrastructure. Sloop has been on the ground offering technical advice on both immediate recovery and long-term structural improvements.

Rademaker exclaimed, “Unity is essential in the face of shared challenges. The Harbor District now has an opportunity to turn a disaster into a model of resilience.”

forget this! These events are generously sponsored by the Del Norte County Office of Education, CAL-ORE Life Flight, and Travel Curry County.

PPA is the local nonprofit that has supplied many 100’s of new band and orchestra instruments to our public schools, enough so that there’s an instrument available for any child who wants to play. They also spearheaded the recent and long overdue renovation of Crescent Elk Auditorium.

PPA’s flagship project is raising the funds to build a Performing Arts and Civic Center on the Del Norte High School campus to serve the Wild Rivers Coast region for decades to come. The facility, which will be owned by the district but managed by

PPA, is destined to become a central piece of the District, City and County’s vision for the future. From concerts, dance performances and plays by students and community groups, to professional groups like Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, touring lecturers, town hall meetings, and corporate retreats, to conferences, wedding receptions and fund raisers in the lobby, not to mention a much-needed place for people to convene in times of emergency, the Center will effect a significant boost to our local hospitality industry and be of benefit to all of us in many ways, especially for our youth.

To make a tax-deductible gift to PPA, visit https://www.ppadelnorte.org For questions, please email info@ppadelnorte.org.

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by ROGER GITLIN Country Media, Inc.

College Begins the Fall Semester

“College is for Everyone,” says Dr. Kristin Lima, Dean of Education at College of the Redwoods-Del Norte campus.

Classes have begun this past Monday but if you act expediently, you might be able to enter an academic, technical or special program you’ve long dreamed of pursuing.

Dr. Lima asked the question, “What do you want to do? We have the program and pathway to help you reach success.”

50 percent of the 500 students at CR are on a four year college path. The other half attend to embrace the training to become immediately employable.

This past June CR graduated 45 students toward four year degree programs or specialized programs in nursing and other technical disciplins. Again, Dr. Lima underscored her statement, “College IS for Everyone.”

Infrastructure projects are well underway including the planned Healthcare Center offering emergency medical training, licensed vocational nursing, registered nursing programs where upon certificate success, good paying jobs await.

Post K12, education is gratis, courteous of the State.

You have only to make the call or stop by College of the Redwoods Del Norte to realize your dream.

Yurok Celebrate Salmon Festival

The Yurok Tribe extends heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us in celebrating the Klamath River’s renewal at this year’s Salmon Festival.

With the theme “Celebrating the Spectacular Start of the Klamath River’s Renewal!”, the 61st annual festival marked a powerful moment of healing and hope. The Klamath River is recovering even more rapidly than anticipated following the removal of the last of four dams in August of 2024 in August 2024.

The Tribe was honored to recognize this year’s Grand Marshals: Joseph Pitt, Sylvia Rose McCovey, Elizabeth Jean Owen, Dr. Walt Lara, and Mildred Montgomery—each of whom embodies the spirit and resilience of our community.

A special thank you goes out to our generous sponsors: Yurok Telecommunication Corporation, Yurok Economic Development Corporation,

Per-geesh Construction, and LACO and Associates. Your support made this celebration possible.

The festival was filled with delicious food, great music and the warmth of family and friends.

The Tribe gives a special shoutout to Blue Mountain Tribe, whose original music brought incredible energy to the event. The all-Native American band was the perfect headliner for this celebration.

The Tribe also deeply appreciates the talented basket weavers who showcased the beauty of tribal artistry through their elegant displays.

From the vibrant parade and the Ney-Puey Fun Run 5K to the exciting Arm-Wrestling, Basketball, and Stick Game Tournaments—every event was a success thanks to the dedication of our organizers and volunteers.

Here is a breakdown of the Arm Wrestling Tournament winners.

campus:

• A 240-bed three-story student residence hall featuring wellness spaces, student lounge and dining hall. This project is in review by the Califor-

debriefing rooms. Instruction classrooms and dedicated spaces for nursing and applied health programs. Additional improvements to existing buildings include ADA upgrades, HVAC replacements and renovations to student support and commons areas. Construction begins in 2027.

nia Division of the State Architect.

• CR also plans to develop a new turf field for baseball and softball. This project supports the college’s growing athletics program.

Are you safe in the waters off Del Norte County

Ralph S. CollieR Shark Research Committee www.sharkresearchcommittee.com

On 23 July 2025 Cody Gardner and three companions were fishing a familiar location about 300 feet from shore near Wilson Creek Beach at the north end of False Klamath Cove near the town of Klamath. It was about 8:00am when they had moved several times to their present location. The sky was overcast with no discernable wind and a very calm sea surface. They had caught many fish which they had cleaned in their kayaks with blood discharging into the water.

It was about 9:30am when Gardner noticed a very large Great White Shark about two feet below the surface passing by his kayak. The shark was heading from the stern of his kayak toward the bow and was turned on its side looking at him as it passed. The shark then turned toward the right and headed down toward the bottom. He yelled, “Great White” and was immediately hit by the shark. It grabbed the bow on the port side of the kayak shaking it for 2-3 seconds before releasing it and swimming out of sight. The group huddled together and headed toward shore. None of the fishermen were injured. So, why did the shark attack his kayak? To understand why we need to know that there are only three types of interactions that can occur between a shark and a human or inanimate object; investigation, provoked attack, and unprovoked attack. Encounter; A shark encounter typically consists of a shark leisurely circling and/or slowly swimming past the subject without any aggressive behavior being exhibited. Encounters are always non-violent, and the shark’s movements are usually described as “smooth and methodical.” Divers have referred to this shark behavior as “being checked out by a shark.” It is somewhat compelling that there are more shark encounters annually off the Pacific Coast than provoked or unprovoked attacks combined. Provoked; A provoked shark attack is the result of a human taking an offensive action that causes a shark to attack. These actions could be pulling a shark’s tail, jabbing or poking a shark with a spear gun or similar object, cornering or cutting off a shark’s route to open water, attempting to feed a shark by hand, chumming or baiting a shark to your area, and/or making an aggressive gesture toward an approaching shark. These are just a few examples of the types of actions that might provoke a shark to strike out. Unprovoked; An unprovoked shark attack is the aggressive pursuit, biting or striking of a human or their equipment, without any known provocative action by the subject. This is not to say that the subject might not have displayed a provocative gesture that triggered the attack; only that no provocative action was known to have occurred. Any physical contact between a shark and a human, or piece of equipment being utilized by the human, constitutes an unprovoked shark attack. For example, there are numerous cases - mostly involving surfers - of shark attacks recorded along the Pacific Coast where only the equipment being used in the water activity was bitten by the attacking shark.

What was the motivation for the attack on the kayak? There are also only three primary categories of shark behaviors or motivations; investigation, predatory, or dis-

placement. Investigation; the shark approaches an object and frequently circles and/or swims up to it and eventually takes a bite. The movements of the shark are generally slow and methodical without an violent aggression being directed at the object. Predatory; the shark targets a prey, whether fish or marine mammal, and pursues and subdues the animal, frequently with a high energy impact that immobilizes or kills the prey on contact. This action can involve a bite or ramming the prey. Displacement; is usually a violent response by the shark to an object or individual that it perceives to be a threat to its space or territory. This area can be for feeding, mating, or pupping. These violent aggressive actions are frequently preceded with displays or agitated body movements, which are not generally observed at the surface of the water.

So it would appear that the attack on Gardner’s kayak was motivated by the chumming of fish blood and would therefore be considered provoked. Because the shark struck and held the kayak it would be considered a displacement behavior to drive the object from an area being used for hunting by the shark.

However the question still remains - ‘are the waters off Del Norte County safe’? To answer that question we need to check the history of shark attacks in California. From 1950 to Gardner’s incident in July 2025 there have been 242 verifiable shark attacks directed at humans. Of this number, only 4 (1.65%) , representing 3 surfers and Gardner’s kayak, occurred in Del Norte County. Statisti-

cally these numbers are not significant compared to other hazards faced in our daily lives, unless of course you are the subject of such an event. However, there are some suggestions for those utilizing California’s coastal waters that might lower the possibility and provide you with some peace of mind.

These are General Principals that can be applied to all ocean water user groups; 1. Never enter the sea alone. Participation in any water-sport activity is more enjoyable - and certainly safer - when accompanied by a companion.

2. Seek certification in advanced CPR and emergency first aid from an accredited school or organization.

3. Carry on your person at all times a 1 - meter (3ft) length of surgical tubing, for use as a tourniquet in the event of arterial (pulsed) bleeding.

4. Be aware of your surroundings and watch for unusual behavior by marine organisms, such as bait fish jumping out of the water a sign something might be chasing them or a marine mammal moving swiftly to shore or a rock to exit the water. These actions could alert you to a sharks presences.

5. If you suddenly become ‘uneasy’ leave the water immediately as your instincts might be providing a warning of impending danger.

6. If a shark has been reported recently in a specific area you might want to consider another location or day to engage in your ocean water activity.

7. Avoid areas near streams or rivers during seasons when salmon or other anadromous fishes are spawning.

8. Avoid utilizing areas near pinniped (seal and sea lion) haul out sites or rookeries, for obvious reasons.

9. Avoid wearing jewelry as the suns reflection will possibly mimic an injured fish and attract the attention of any shark nearby.

10. Avoid cleaning fish or other marine organisms in the water as it could attract a shark to that location.

Finally, use common sense when engaged in ocean water activities and know that statistically you have a greater probability of being injured or killed by a cow than you do by a shark. Enjoy our oceans responsibly and with compassion for those creatures that live therein.

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- $36.40 hourly. The job announcement describing qualifications and a City application is available at www.crescentcity.org or City of Crescent City, Attn: Eric Wier, 377 J Street, Crescent City, CA 95531 (707) 4647483, ext. 13. Application deadline Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.

Police Recruit: $19.30

hourly (while in academy). The job announcement describing qualifications and a City application is available at www. crescentcity.org or City of Crescent City, Attn: Eric Wier, 377 J Street, Crescent City, CA 95531 (707) 4647483, ext. 13. Application deadline Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.

Maintenance Worker I/II/ III: $17.73 - $24.95 hourly. The job announcement describing qualifications and a City application is available at www. crescentcity.org or City of Crescent City, Attn: Eric Wier, 377 J Street, Crescent City, CA 95531 (707) 4647483, ext. 13. Application deadline Friday, September 12, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

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Boats & Motors 602

16ft Aluma Weld Drift Boat. Boat & Trailer restored. Has custom boat cover. Always stored inside. 2 sets of oars. $2500 obo. Contact Erik 707-951-4043

Recreational Vehicles 604

For sale. 2004 Winnebago. 26K miles. All working features. $10,000. 707-954-8661

Misc/Trade 700

Free Japanese futon, chair and ottoman. Call after 1 pm. You move. 707-4875711.

801 Available For Rent 800

Retirement/Asst Living

Available For Rent 800

200 sqft studio apt, 4-blocks from beach, unfurnished, full bath/ kitchen, on street parking, All utils paid for, no smoking or pets. $1000/mo + $500 deposit. Phone/text 707-954-5339

Downstairs studio, bonus room $1300/mo. including electric, water, garbage, call\~ 541-714-3390.

Apts Unfurnished 804

1 bd and 2 bd unit available for rent $750 and $1050 respectively per month. 417 Fern Ave. Brookings. Call Janel Drew 541-6613890

Homes for Sale by Owner 901

Brand new home for sale. 96408 Oceanside Dr, Brookings. 1883 sqft. 3Bd, 2Ba, office, open concept, large island, finished garage, fenced yard. * Deeded beach access. * No realtors please. 541254-1071 or 541-661-8958. FSBO $695,000. Open House Aug 16, 23, and 30 9am-2pm

FILE: PFI-252207 TITLE ORDER NUMBER: P-666130 LOAN: VIEN/ TRAN A.P.N.: 118-090004-000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/24/2018. 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. NOTICE is hereby given that BEATRICE VIEN AND LOAN KIM TRAN, AS JOINT TENANTS., as trustee, or successor trustee, or substituted trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: JAMES HAMILTON, A SINGLE MAN Recorded 2/2/2018 as Instrument No. 20180411 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Del Norte County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 5/5/2025 in Book , Page , as Instrument No. 20251151 of said Official Records, WILL SELL on 9/16/2025 At the stairs of the Southwest Entrance of the Flynn County Administration Building at 981 H St., Crescent City, CA 95531 at 11:00 AM AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), 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 hereinafter described: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 105 N STREET, CRESCENT CITY, CA 95531 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. 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: $404,432.39 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, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed with interest thereon as provided in said Note, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. 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 off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, 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 office 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, beneficiary, 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 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Website www. nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case PFI-252207. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Dated: 8/11/2025 BEATRICE VIEN AND LOAN KIM TRAN, AS JOINT TENANTS, AS TRUSTEE PLACER FORECLOSURE, INC., AS AGENT FOR BENEFICIARY 12190 Herdal Drive, Suite 9 Auburn, California 95603 (530) 888-8411 By: STELLA SHAO, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER DIRECTIONS MAY BE OBTAINED PURSUANT TO A WRITTEN REQUEST SUBMITTED TO THE BENEFICIARY C/O PLACER FORECLOSURE, INC., 12190 HERDAL DR., SUITE 9, AUBURN, CA 95603, WITHIN 10 DAYS OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. PLACER FORECLOSURE, INC. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0477675 8/27, 9/3, & 9/10/2025, Triplicate, 417722

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE DEL NORTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Supervisors, County of Del Norte, State of California and the governing body of all other special assessment and taxing districts for which said Board so acts, will hold a public hearing to consider the recommended final budget for the fiscal year 2025/2026. The recommended final budget will be available for review in the office of the County Auditor-Controller, 981 H Street, Suite 140, Crescent City, California, between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, weekdays. Further budget scheduling information is available in the Board of Supervisors Office at 981 H Street, Suite 200, Crescent City, California. DATE OF HEARING: Beginning September 09, 2025 and continuing as necessary for the following fourteen days.

TIME OF HEARING: 10:45 AM September 09, 2025 PLACE OF HEARING: 981 H STREET, SUITE 100 CRESCENT CITY, CA 95531

All persons interested are invited to participate at the aforementioned time, date and place to let your views be heard.

Kylie Goughnour, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, County of Del Norte, State of California 8/27 & 9/3/2025, Triplicate, 417727

Notice of Online Public Lien Sale Notice is hereby given that Pursuant to the California Self Service Storage Facility Act (B&P Code 21700 ET seq.), the following will sell the storage unit(s) listed below at public auction to satisfy a lien placed on the contents. Property including but not limited to household goods, clothing, tools and/or other miscellaneous items. The sale will take place online at www. storagetreasures.com. Bidding will open on Wednesday September 03, 2025 at 3:00 pm and end on Wednesday September 10, 2025 at 3:00 pm. StorWell - McNamara - 1065 McNamara Rd, Crescent City, CA, 95531 Shawna Gutierrez, Marsha Lane, Derek Trone, Derek Trone, Derek Trone StorWell - Elk Valley - 176 Elk Valley Rd, Crescent City, CA, 95531

Jessica Gravatt, Timothy Cromwell, Carly Pickett 8/27/2025, Triplicate, 417674

Notice of Public Meeting Upper Chetco Rural Fire Protection District will have their quarterly meeting on Wed. 5:30 PM Sept. 3rd, 2025 This meeting will take place at the fire hall, 17548 Gardner Ridge Rd. Brookings, OR. The public is encouraged to attend. Respectfully submitted by Lori Wraith. 8/27/2025, Pilot, 417720 LIEN SALE 9/3/25 10AM AT 775 US 101 N, CRESCENT CITY. 20 CHRYSLER LIC# 9FWR947 CA VIN# 2C4RC1DG4LR181836 8/27/2025, Triplicate, 417721

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: The Nonviolence Training Project 108 H Street Crescent City, CA 95531 Mailing address: PO Box 507 Crescent City, CA 95531 This Business is conducted by: a CA Corporation Registered Owner(s): The Nonviolence Training Project The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: n/a I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). Signed:/s/ David Wylie This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 8/15/2025 Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder Hannah Gill, Deputy File No. 20250099 8/27,

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that at 5:30 PM, on Thursday, September 11, 2025, the Crescent City Planning Commission will be holding a Public Hearing, during the regularly scheduled meeting, located at the Wastewater Treatment Plant Conference Room (210 Battery St, Crescent City, CA) on the following applications and items:

AGENDA ITEM #2:

A Public Hearing to consider a Zoning Ordinance Amendment (Application ZOA25-01) to the Signs Regulations Ordinance (Chapter 17.39) to allow digital signs. The proposed amendments would allow digitals signs within the C-2 Zone (General Commercial District). The proposed project is determined to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense).

AGENDA ITEM #3:

A Public Hearing to consider a Coastal Development Permit (Application CDP25-01) for the South Pebble Beach Drive bank stabilization project approximately 350 feet along Pebble Beach Drive between W 8th Street and W 7th Street. The emergency project of stabilizing the bank and road repair of South Pebble Beach Drive is located within the CZ-O zone (Coastal ZoneOpen Space District) and SF (Residential - Single Family) General Plan land use designation. The proposed project was determined to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15269(b) (Emergency Project).

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

is invited by the following methods: 1) In-Person: 3-minute public comment at the podium will be allowed; 2) In-Writing: prior to 12:00 PM the day of the meeting, via publiccomment@ crescentcity.org or by filing with the City Clerk at 377 J Street, Crescent City, CA, 95531. Written public comments will be forwarded to the Planning Commission, posted on the website, and will not be read aloud during the meeting.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION including general questions regarding the Planning Commission, the permit process, submission of materials, and other information not specific to this project may be directed to the City’s Contract Planner (elawton@shn-engr. com/707-269-1073). 8/27/2025, Triplicate, 417758

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: All Paths Healing 210 Earl Street Crescent City, CA 95531 Mailing address: 900 Northcrest Dr #225 Crescent City, CA 95531 This Business is conducted by: a CA Corporation Registered Owner(s):

All Paths Healing Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Inc.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: n/a I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Signed:/s/ Kane Snow This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 7/16/2025 Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder Hannah Gill, Deputy File No. 20250094 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, & 8/27/2025, Triplicate, 416745

BROCKWAY, ROBERT L R22247 3-2 3714-19CD-05009-00

BRUBAKER, THOMAS H ETAL R13091 3-1 3615-36DA-04400-00

BURGEN, KENNETH R19248 17-8 4113-15D -00840-00 ACRES 0.24

BURGEN, KENNETH EUGENE M30463 17-8 4113-15D -00840-00

CADENA, ALBERTO ETAL M30219 27-5 4013-23 -00101-00

CADENA, ALBERTO ETAL R12914 27-5 4013-23 -00101-00

CHILDERS, BILL & KRISTY M31569 1-3

3215-32A -01500-00 3215-32A -01500-00

CHILDERS, BILL & KRISTY R19839 1-3 3215-32A -01500-00 ACRES 1.57

CREIGHTON, WILLIAM C & KATHY M TRSTEES ETAL R12476 3-2 3714-20B -01301-00 ACRES 2.3

DAVIS, DONALD L & TRISHA D R11644 17-7 4013-33DA-01000-00 ACRES 1.05

FISH, BUFFIE LEE & MICHAEL A R27248 3315-05DB-00703-00 2-1 PARCEL 2 PART PLAT 1995-44

FOWLER, CHARLES L R17412 2-1 3315-05DA-09000-00 ACRES 0.27 FRIAR, JASON A R35646 17-1

GALLARDO, JUSTIN R16910 17-1 4113-05CC-02802-00

0.17

GREGORY, CATHERINE R27044 3-1 3714-18C -02504-00 PARCEL 1 PART PLAT 1995-16

$139.17

HALL, MARILYN J R20544 2-1 3315-05AD-01100-00 ACRES 0.58

HARBISON, DAVID EDWARD R16444 2-3 3414-00 -00700-00 ACRES 54.52

$1,495.99

$1,644.24

$6,425.34

$136.74

$172.23

$586.82

$110.51

$98.00

$120.24

$800.55

$731.19

$780.44

$2,593.27

Total 0 0

Total

$86.55

$1,891.35

$1,721.44

$1,803.73

$5,503.07 Total $165.80

$456.80

$425.68

$386.05

$1,434.33

$1,214.23

MARKSTEIN, MAURISA R11719 2-1 3315-05DA-00700-00 ACRES 0.06

NORMAN, GEORGANNA L R14326 3-2 3614-00 -05701-00 ACRES 5.34

OREGON PACIFIC BANK TRSTEE ETAL R10203 171UR 4113-05CB-02700-00 ACRES 0.12

PEET, ROBERT A R21443 17-1 4113-05CB-00901-00

PHILLIPS, STARLA JEAN M30779 2-7 3115-10A -00900-00

PIOTRZKOWSKI, CATHERINE ESTATE R21837 17-3 3914-34A -00400-00 ACRES 10.46

SMITH, CAROL TRSTEE ETAL R16807 13-2 3614-02D -01300-00

SRIKASEM, PHICHET R10803 4113-06CA-00100-00 ACRES 0.18

SRIKASEM, PHICHET R10983 171UR 4113-06CA-00201-00 ACRES 0.25

TAYLOR, STEVEN R21067 2-1 3215-32DA-00300-00 P.P. 2005-39, PARCEL 2, ACRES 1.01

TERHORST, GREGORY & SHERRI ANN R13451 3-1 3715-01DA-01803-00

$7,700.87

TERHORST, GREGORY ROBERT & SHERRI ANN R17888 3-8 3615-25BD-01900-00 ACRES 0.16

THOMPSON, GERALD D ET AL R17478 17-1 4113-06BB-03000-00

TRICKETT, DAVID JOSEPH R12973 3-2 3714-20CA-00201-00 ACRES 1.69

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AMENDED NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE

OF:

Rick Lee Raedeke

Case Number: PB257049

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Rick Lee Raedeke

A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Robin Raedeke, in the Superior Court of California, County of: Del Norte.

The petition for probate requests that: Robin Raedeke be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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 files 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: September 5, 2025

Time: 10:00am Dept.: 2

Address of the Court: 450 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file 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 file 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 first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined 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 affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form

DE-154) of the filing 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.

Attorney for Petitioner: Gino de Solenni 384 G Street Crescent City, CA 95531 (707) 464-6181 August 20, 27, & September 3, 2025, Triplicate, 417445

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that the Del Norte County Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 10:30 am at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 981 H Street, Suite 100, Crescent City, CA, to discuss the final report to the State Housing and Community Development Department regarding, Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) 21-CDBG-NH-20002, 21-CDBG-NH-20003 (Public Services). The purpose of this hearing is to review and approve the accomplishments of the above referenced grants and to solicit citizen input regarding the outcome and accomplishments of the funding received under these contracts. The County was awarded a total of $500,000 in CDBG grant funds to perform two Public Service activities. The activities included a Children’s Advocacy program operated by CASA of Del Norte and the operation of a Senior Nutrition Program operated by Del Norte County Senior Center. Said activities have been completed and the Public Service Activities were used in accordance with CDBG regulations and the funds were used to benefit Limited Clientele persons. Citizens will be given the opportunity to make their comments known and questions answered related to the grants listed above. If you are unable to attend the public hearing, you may direct written comments to County of Del Norte, Administration, 981 H Street, Suite 210, Crescent City, CA 95531 or you may telephone (707) 464-7214. In addition, public information files for these projects may be reviewed at the above address between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. If you plan on attending the public hearing and need a special accommodation, please contact the County at (707) 4647214 to arrange for those accommodations to be made.

8/27/2025, Triplicate, 417729

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TSG No.: 250126978 TS No.: 25-003631 APN: 118-316-003-000 Property Address: 1610 GAINARD ST, CRESCENT CITY, CA 95531 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/01/2022. 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. On 09/11/2025 at 11:00 A.M., America West Lender Services, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 07/07/2022, as Instrument No. 20222812, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of DEL NORTE County, State of California. Executed by: JOSEPH D MILES AND MAE MILES, HUSBAND AND WIFE, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/ CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) On the steps of the southwest entrance to the Flynn Administration Bldg. located at 981 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531

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: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 118-316-003-000 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1610 GAINARD ST, CRESCENT CITY, CA 95531

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 warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 $ 328,481.04.

The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured

thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned 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 off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, 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 office 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. All bids are subject to California Civil Code 2924h and are sold “AS-IS”. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER:

The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, 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 844-693-4761 or visit this internet website www. awest.us, using the file number assigned to this case 25-003631 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected 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 if conducted after January 1, 2021, 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 844-693-4761, or visit this internet website www. awest.us, using the file number assigned to this case 25-003631 to find 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, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: America West Lender Services, LLC P.O. Box 23028 Tampa, FL 33623 America West Lender Services, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES

SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 844-6934761 NPP0477256 8/20, 8/27, & 9/3/2025, Triplicate, 417196

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: Crescent City Catering 383 M Street Crescent City, CA 95531 This Business is conducted by: an individual Registered Owner(s): Lorian Koller

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: 8/11/2025 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this sec-tion that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis-demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thou-sand dollars ($1,000).

Signed:/s/ Lorian Koller

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 8/14/2025 Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder Claire Landay, Deputy File No. 20250098 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, & 9/17/2025, Triplicate, 417672

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: William M Parker II Case Number: PB257051 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of William M Parker II A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Robert Parker, in the Superior Court of California, County of: Del Norte. The petition for probate requests that: Robert Parker be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 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 files 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: September 5, 2025

Time: 10:00am Dept.: 2

Address of the Court: 450 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file 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 file 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 first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined 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 affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing 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. Attorney for Petitioner: Gino de Solenni 384 G Street Crescent City, CA 95531 (707) 464-6181 8/20, 8/27, & 9/3/2025, Triplicate, 417470

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copies of the project manual may be obtained at City of Crescent City Public Works Department 377 J Street, Crescent City, CA 95531 ((707) 464-9506), upon payment of postage fees.

Bidders must correctly prepare and submit the documents listed in Section 00 40 00, Bid. Each bid must be accompanied by a bid guaranty bond, or a certified or cashier’s check payable to the order of

the Owner in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid as a guaranty that the bidder will execute the contract if it is awarded in conformity with the bid form. The successful bidder will be required to furnish performance and payment bonds, each in an amount not less than one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price. At the successful Bidder’s option, securities may be substituted for the required retention, in accordance with the provisions of Section 22300 of the State of California Public Contract Code.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to determine which bid is, in the Owner’s judgment, the lowest responsive bid of a bidder or group of bidders. The Owner also reserves the right to waive any informalities in any bid and to delete items listed in the bid.

Bids received after the time established for receiving bids will not be considered. Except as provided in paragraph 00 20 10-1.04(A), no bidder may withdraw his bid after the time established for receiving bids or before the award and execution of the contract, unless the award is delayed for a period exceeding ninety (90) calendar days. Bidders are hereby notified that pursuant to Section 1773 et seq. of the Labor Code of the Statutes of the State of California, the Owner has obtained from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations the general prevailing rate of wages and employer payments for health and welfare, vacation, pension, and similar purposes for work to be done within Del Norte County, California. Regulations regarding the application of these wage rates are given in

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Police Blotter

Submissions for events can be sent by email to: triplicateofficemgr@countrymedia.net. The deadline for submission is 4:30 pm Monday, the week prior to publication.

MONDAY 08/11

• 1:54 am, Disturbances, 1000 Block of Butte St

• 2:42 pm, Traffic Incidents, Parkway Dr/ Colton Pl

TUESDAY 08/12

• 6:17 am, Disturbances, 4600 Block of Kings Valley Rd

• 7:36 am, Property Crimes, 300 Block of Hwy 101 S

• 9:05 am, Property Crimes, 3400 Block of Kings Valley Rd

• 11:07 am, Property Crimes, 3400 Block of Kings Valley Rd

• 1:20 pm, Disturbances, 700 Block of Humboldt Rd

• 5:02 pm, Crimes Against Person, 9800 Block of Hwy 199

• 5:14 pm, Crimes Against Person, 300 Block of Buzzini Rd

• 10:05 pm, Disturbances, 1600 Block of Morehead

• 10:20 pm, Crimes Against Person, 2600 Block of LeClair Ave

WEDNESDAY 08/13

• 8:49 am, Disturbances, 1600 Block of Northcrest Dr

• 10:50 am, Crimes Against Person, 15500 Block of Ocean View Dr, Smith River

• 3:13 pm, Crimes Against Person, 15500 Block of Hwy 101 S

• 4:17 pm, Crimes

Against Person, 9800 Block of Hwy 199

• 5:15 pm, Crimes Against Person, 100 Block of Indian Ct

THURSDAY 08/14

• 11:56 am, Disturbances, 600 Block of Macken Ave

• 6:50 pm, Property Crimes, 400 Block of Hwy 101 S

• 7:39 pm, Disturbances, 300 Block of Hwy 101 S

FRIDAY 08/15

• 8:29 pm, Disturbances, Freeman/Pebble Beach

• 10:58 pm, Property Crimes, 700 Block of Lauff Ave

SATURDAY 08/16

• 12:32 am, Crimes Against Person, 200 Block of Waldo

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• Youth Art and Adventure Program, offered by local environmental arts non-profit DiRT & Glitter with support from the Yurok Tribe’s Klamath Promise Neighborhood Initiative (KPN). The program provides youth and community opportunities to learn new skills, acquire job training, connect with professional arts and adventure experts and experience our local wilderness, all with the aim of strengthening the health of our community. Thanks to funding from the KPN initiative, all events and offerings through the program are being offered free of charge, many of which are providing youth stipends for their involvement. Those interested in

To date, DHHS has yet to declare the emergency; nonetheless, supervisors voted 3-2 months ago to move forward on a request for Proposal (RFP) instead of grandfathering Del Norte Ambulance (DNAMB) contract after 2027.

At last Tuesday’s Board meeting, Karstadt, re-introduced Nancy Lapolla and John Eaglesham of EndPoint to deliver its assessment of phase one of the EMS system in Del Norte. Evaluated areas included the Sheriff Dispatch process, Bay City Ambulance agreement with the County, Del Norte Ambulance, North Coast EMS agreement and the Continuous Quality Improvement Process. Because of the relatively modest amount of 911 calls, EndPoint conducted a two year study for 2023 and 2024. This last year, 9-1-1 calls were down from 2023.

Del Norte Ambulance was definitely the elephant in the room. Five different fire chiefs in Del Norte also affixed their

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WEDNESDAYS

• Men’s Group, 920 C Street, Crescent City: 6:30 pm. Led by Keith B. Rigby, LCSW. Call (541) 941-4209 for more information or if you plan to attend.

• Downtown Crescent City Farmers Market, 2nd & H St: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. Come shop for fresh produce, local artisan crafts, and have lunch from local food vendors while listening to live music from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Check out our website at www.dnatlfoodcouncil.org for more information or to become a vendor. Located across from the Post Office every Wednesday through October.

• Klamath Boys & Girls Club weekly visual art class: 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm (through August 13). For more information, email: info@dirtandglitter.org or go to www. dirtandglitter.org. Participants at the Klamath Boys & Girls Club can enjoy art making activities with Jessica Cherry from Wild & Free Art. No pre-registration required. Weekly classes are offered as part of the DiRT & Glitter Youth Art & Adventure Program, funded by the Yurok Tribe’s Klamath Promise Neighborhood Initiative.

signatures on a document stating Del Norte Ambulance was inadequate to serve the public and urged the Board to move forward on the RFP. The Triplicate attempted to follow up with all five, none of the chiefs did not return calls to explain their vote following the release of the letter.

To the contrary, the independent EndPoint Consultants joined other agencies who found no issue with Del Norte Ambulance and displayed no deficiencies. DNAMB was and is quite adequate, debunking the chiefs, the two Ad Hoc supervisors. The one area of concern of needed improvement was directed to Sheriff dispatch.

Supervisor Dean Wilson, a former Sheriff, supported the EndPoint presentation and underscored the challenges in hiring and retaining dispatchers.

Charles Tweed, General Manager of Del Norte Ambulance read a letter from DNAMB principal Ron Sandler, who was unable to attend Tuesday’s presentation for medical reasons. Tweed stated “It’s time to do the right

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

FRIDAYS

• Crescent Harbor Art Gallery “Date Night”, 140 Marine Way: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm.

SATURDAYS

• Lyceum of Universal Teachings of Earth’s Ancestors Saturday Morning Meditation. Crescent City and zoom: 900 am – 10:00 am. For more information and to participate Contact info@ lutea.org or 530-419-4827.

MONDAYS

• Women’s Wellness Talking Circle Online: 7:00 pm. For more information and to participate Contact info@lutea. org or 530-419-4827

• Drawing Group, Crescent Harbor Art Gallery, 140 Marine Way: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Open to the public as well as members. To take part, you must bring your own materials (sketch pads or drawing pads) and equipment (pens or pencils).

TUESDAYS

•Amateur Radio Net checkins, Gasquet Net: 6:30 pm on 147.18, DN Amateur Radio Club: 7:15 pm on 146.88. If you are a licensed Ham Radio operator, join us. You do not have to be a member of the Del Norte Amateur Radio Club. Find out what is happening

thing.” Supervisor Chris Howard concurred with Wilson and expressed his support for DNAMB. Except for a non-related question on a discrepancy on EndPoint reporting how 9-1-1 Emergency calls are tallied, Supervisor Darrin Short, also a volunteer fireman, was uncharacteristically mum with no questions or comments on the revelation delivered by EndPoint.

DNAMB conducts its business satisfactorily. No comments from member Valerie Starkey…more crickets…and who has heretofore been critical of DNAMB operations. Chairman Joey Borges continued his silence similar to his behavior at each Board meeting, by failing to communicate with the public on his positions.

Two questions must be asked: Will the Board continue to squander precious revenue for no apparent reason other than ego satisfaction? And is the newly-merged Crescent City Fire and Rescue seeking to supplant a four decades plus Del Norte Ambulance with a new office in Klamath, for what appears to be a purely political move?

around the area.

AUGUST 30

• Community Service Day, Battery Point Lighthouse parking lot: 10:00 am. Hosted by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Volunteers will be asked to help trim back heavy ice plant growth near the walkways around the BBQ pits, Howe Drive and within Beachfront Park. Volunteers will be needed for litter abatement. Please bring a cutting tool, shovel, broom or rake if you have any, otherwise, tools will be provided. Wear long pants and closed end shoes.

AUGUST 31

• Brookings’ 2025 “Summer Concerts in the Park” series, Azalea Park: 1:00 pm. Nate Botsford and his band will get folks up and dancing with their feel good, singalong country rock hits and originals. Similar in style to Old Dominion, Brett Young, Chris Janson, Lonestar and Johnny Cash.

• Breathing Bridges 2025, on the south fork of the Nii~-li~ (Smith River): 1:30 pm –5:00 pm. Breathing Bridges is our annual arts adventure celebration of the Nii~-li~

featuring live performances and art installations along the river. performance starting at 2:30 under 2nd Bridge. Free for those living in Del Norte County & adjacent tribal lands. This community event is offered as part of the DiRT & Glitter Youth Art & Adventure Program, funded by the Yurok Tribe’s Klamath Promise Neighborhood Initiative. To register and learn more go to www.dirtandglitter.org/ community-events.

SEPTEMBER 3

• Brewed Theology; Divinity among us and within us with Joanie Lindenmeyer, Robert O’Sullivan, and Jim Abbott, Chetco Library: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm. A safe and open place to gather and have open, kind, inspiring, empowering and unbiased conversations. All adults are welcome and celebrated. Join us.

SEPTEMBER 5

• Friday Nights Downtown presented by the Crescent City Downtown Divas: 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm. Downtown at the Disco. Join us for downtown shopping –

SEPTEMBER 7

18th Annual Dee-ni' Day Celebration set

By Scott GraveS

The Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation is hosting its 18th annual Dee-ni' Day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, at the Howonquet Hall Community Center in Smtih River, across from Lucky 7 Casi-

no. The free event is open to the public and the entire community to enjoy. The event will feature cultural demonstrations including regalia and necklace making, and the baking of traditional sand bread. There will be a tribal citizen art

for Sept. 6

show, men's card games, shell dice tournament and a regalia showcase.

There will also be 60-plus food and art vendors offering items such as high-quality beads and jewelry, apparel, fine art, woodwork, glasswork, baskets and more. This is a fantastic opportunity to support local artists, find unique gifts for friends and families, and get treats for yourself.

There will also be a variety of children and adult activities such as bounce houses, face painting, a balloon artist, and a horseshoe

tournament. Several Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation departments and local nonprofit organizations will host booths to share information, opportunities and services as well.

A highlight of Dee-ni' Day are the stick games, starting at 1 p.m., with athletes of all ages battling for bragging rights and cash prizes. The games, held on the beach, is a strenuous sport for men and women that combines the strength and agility of wrestling and rugby with the quick action of field hockey. Game play can get rough, with players tackling or wrestling one another

to the ground. Parking at the Howonquet Hall Community Center, basketball court and UIHS is reserved for elder. We ask that those who can please park in the overflow parking at the Howonquet Cemetery on South Indian Road. More parking is available across the street at Lucky 7 Casino.

When walking across Highway 101 to and from Lucky 7 Casino to the event please use the crosswalk and be cautious of fast-moving vehicles. A shuttle will be available.

The schedule of events will include food and art vendors, children’s activities, cultural demonstrations, regalia showcase, shell dice and horseshoe tournament, stick games (at the beach) food samples, cultural events and an art show display that people can vote on. The winners of the art show will be announced at 4 p.m.

For more information about Dee-ni' Day please contact Public Information Officer Scott Graves at: 707-487-9255 ext. 1183

Email: scott.graves@tolowa.gov.