Healdsburg Tribune June 18, 2026

Spielberg’s latest trip

Another hopeful fantasy from the director of ‘Close Encounters’ and ‘E.T.’ 4

‘Quiet zone’ process begins

City Council gets a jump on SMART’s arrival 3

More Rotarians eye Arundo donax removal

● Invasive reed

Staff Report

It looks like a tableau from Diego Rivera, the long-sleeved workers sweating and hunched beneath great swaths of reeds— only it’s not sugar cane but Arundo donax. Known variously as giant cane, elephant grass or Colorado River weed,

the giant reed grows up to 30 feet in height and is widespread though much of the temperate world including the American Southwest. Considered invasive in the United States, local Rotarians are out to control it.

One can’t miss it on any visit to the Russian River around

Memorial Beach. It may look like slender bamboo, but it’s fast-spreading and highly flammable. It’s also very thirsty, using “50% more water from the Russian River compared to the native riparian flora,” Norm Fujita told us.

He and his fellow club members from Rotary Noon started work on extirpating the invasive reed after Russian River-

Cuban cigars with a twist

One never knows where one will find a nice panatela 5

Local USPS mailbox

‘hacked’

● Mail fraud reports follow late May incident

By Christian Kallen

A spate of reported mail thefts hit Healdsburg earlier this month, resulting in 10 or more mail fraud reports filed with the Healdsburg Police. The incidents are similar, in that the implicated mail drop box is the one outside the Foss Creek Circle annex, on a semicircular driveway for easy drive-by access.

keeper received a grant from the Coastal Conservancy to remove it. The grant, which originated after the fires of 2017 and 2019, was encouraged by environmentalists and fire safety experts to target Arundo because it is very flammable when it becomes dry.

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The first report indicates someone dropped their mail, which included checks, in the mailbox on May 25. That having been a Monday, it’s possible other reports might have involved mail dropped in over the weekend, though most of the fraud reports only say that the mail was stolen from the box, but which day or days is unknown.

The usual means of fraud was the suspect or suspects, as yet unidentified, took the checks from the mailbox, altered them (sometimes changing the name and/or the

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CALENDAR

OPEN CLASSROOM Docents of the Healdsburg Museum will gather with regularity on third Saturdays this summer to once again explore local history first-hand, or pretty darn close. The first ‘History Talk,’ on the timely topic of 1976, takes place from 10-11:30am on June 20, and is free.

Goings on around town

this week & next

Thursday, June 18

Healdsburg Jazz Festival

This signature cultural event in Healdsburg is now underway, with events throughout town until June 21. On Thursday, vocalist Kurt Elling and the Marcus Shelby Orchestra will present a program at Bacchus Landing at 6:30pm, and tap dance artist Michela Marino Lerman will perform “Giant Steps: Tapping into Coltrane” at Elephant in the Room, 9:30pm. See the full schedule at healdsburgjazz.org.

one’s surprise), will play songs about trapped coal miners and lovebird bank robbers, with banjos and mandolins at the Little Saint’s loft Thursday night. No reservation, no tickets, all are welcome; seats are first-come, first-serve. Doors at 6pm, music at 7pm, at Little Saint, 25 North St., littlesainthealdsburg.com.

Friday, June 19

Cloverdale Concert

at 5pm, so come early and enjoy the Bacchus Landing grounds, with wine and wood-fired pizza. The concert starts at 7:30pm, tickets start at $40 from healdsburgjazz.org.

Elephant Jazz

The popular watering hole and music venue hosts “late-night” shows several times during the Jazz Festival, and on Friday night its mini-series concludes with guitarist Howard Alden, recognized by Downbeat magazine as a “modern maestro.” Show at 9:30pm, tickets $45 plus fees. The venue returns to the usual fare on June 20 with the Perfidians, 8pm, $10, 177 Healdsburg Ave., elephantintheroompub.com.

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Windsor Summer Nights

The Town of Windsor continues its summer series of Thursday night gatherings with a Juneteenth Celebration on June 18. The farmers’ market is from 5-8pm, and live soul and funk from Pride & Joy, 6-8pm. See the full schedule at tinyurl.com/3bk882w6.

Little Saint Stage Goodnight, Texas, from Austin (to no

The annual Cloverdale Friday Night Live concerts continue this week with the soul-stirring Earl Thomas preaching the blues. The street fair begins at 6pm, and music runs from 7-9:30pm. See full summer schedule and more information at cloverdaleartsalliance.org/2026-fridaynight-live.

Branford Marsalis

The eldest of four Marsalis brothers brings his saxophones and quartet to Healdsburg on Friday for one of the highlights of the 28th Jazz Festival. His longtime bandmates, pianist Joey Calderazzo and bassist Eric Revis, are joined by “newcomer” Justin Faulkner, who just signed up in 1999. Doors open

Saturday, June 20

Market Day

Spend a Saturday morning at the Healdsburg Certified Farmers’ Market, the place for shopping and connecting with the agricultural community. Buy fresh local produce, snacks and crafts, and listen to live music from Hank Levine. From 8:30am till noon at the Foley Family Community Pavilion, 3 North St.

History Talks

The popular History Talks programs from the Healdsburg Museum return for the summer to the Plaza Gazebo, Saturday mornings from 10-11:30am until Aug. 29. The first talk is about 1976, with interviews with former mayor Jerry Eddinger, businessman Eric Drew and winemaker Dennis Hill, plus bandleader Lew Sbrana. Admission is free; check out healdsburgmuseum.org/historytalks-in-the-plaza.

Latino Fest in Windsor

Third Annual Windsor Latino Fest on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the Windsor Town Green. A free community celebration filled with music, culture, delicious food and unforgettable memories to celebrate Latine culture in Windsor. 3-8:30pm.

Piano and Pinot

Furthermore Wines has music on weekends at its 328-A Healdsburg Ave. tasting room, including Jive Samba on Thursday, Christian Foley-Beining on Friday and Bennett Friedman on Saturday. No cover, wines by the glass or bottle, from 5-7:30pm. furthermorewines.com/events

Spirit Bar Saturday

A mix of original music, standards and tunes rarely played from pianist Susan Sutton, bassist Piro Patton and drummer Kevin Dillon at the Spirit Bar from 6-9pm. Starting at 9:30pm, drummer Sylvia Cuenca will take over to head a freeflowing “jazz jam” at the Spirit Bar, always a highlight of the annual Healdsburg Jazz Festival. No cover, 25 Matheson St.

Sunday, June 21

Folk Notes

As well as on Tuesdays, the City of Healdsburg also presents Sundays in the Plaza, with a more picnic-oriented afternoon atmosphere. This weekend Love Notes by folk singer Daniela will be on stage from 1-3pm, free. Additional details at healdsburg.gov/899/Sundaysin-the-Plaza.

Jazz Finale

Sunday evening Cécile McLorin Salvant takes over the Bacchus Landing stage at 7:30pm for the final concert of this year’s film festival. She won Grammy Awards for three consecutive albums—2015’s For One To Love, 2017’s Dreams and Daggers, and 2018’s The Window—and is accompanied by New Orleans pianist Sullivan Fortner, who recently won his own Grammy for his latest album, Southern Night, plus Yasushi Nakamura (bass) and Kyle Poole (drums). Doors open at 5pm; wood-

fired pizza as well as specially prepared food from chef Mateo Granados. 14210 Bacchus Landing Way, Healdsburg.

Monday, June 22

Sound Bath

Listen to the sound of healing from Kathryn Song in this Monday night sonic experience. Please bring a mat, pillow, blanket or something for your comfort. Cost is $25, free for under 18; starts 7pm at Paul Mahder Gallery, 222 Healdsburg Ave., the222.org.

Tuesday, June 23

Pavilion Market

The Healdsburg Farmers’ Market explores the Pavilion every Tuesday until Sept. 29, a smaller and more relaxed market than Saturday’s. Shop for local produce, crafts and gifts at the new building across from last year’s markets. From 9am to 1pm, 3 North St., healdsburgfarmersmarket.org.

Tuesdays in the Plaza

Tonight dance to the Shawn Jones Band, which has performed with B.B. King, Robert Cray, Buddy Guy, Bonnie Raitt, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson and Leon Russell among others. Food trucks open at 5pm, music starts at 6pm, picnicking and dancing encouraged until 8pm. ci.healdsburg. ca.us/335/Tuesdays-in-the-Plaza

City Business

The Planning Commission meets on Tuesday at 6pm, 401 Grove St. The next day there is a scheduled Senior Citizens Advisory Committee meeting (4pm) and the Arts & Culture Commission (6pm); verify at healdsburg.gov/1181/ Agendas-and-Minutes.

Wednesday, June 24

Block Party

The new “Film Festival of Love” holds its opening night events starting at 6pm with restaurant pop-ups, local wines and beers, and live music; it’s followed by an open-air screening of 1987’s Moonstruck, with Cher and Nicolas Cage. The festival continues until June 28 with film screenings at True West Film Center and special events at BloodRoot, West Plaza Park and Bacchus Landing. Details at truewestfilmcenter.org.

For additional events, visit healdsburgtribune.com/calendar.

CITY COUNCIL

FORMER SCHOOL An imaginary rendering of the new paint scheme proposed for the Abel De Luna Community Center, formerly the Foss Creek Elementary School. The City Council reluctantly approved it after a discussion regarding the council’s degree of input in the process.

Pollinators, paint and pedicabs

● Bright colors, quiet zones on council’s agenda

From City of Healdsburg

The City Council met on Monday, June 16; its final scheduled meeting until August. Two proclamations started the meeting. One to honor “Parks Make Life Better” Month. A group of staff from this year’s summer camps attended to receive a proclamation. Volunteer Don MacKay offered appreciation for the opportunity to volunteer with city programs.

A proclamation acknowledged June 22-28 as Pollinator Week. Shaun Shields, Norm Fujita and Ted Calvert spoke to the council and recognized the Rotary Club of Healdsburg as supporters of Pollinator Week.

Railroad Quiet Zone

The council heard from Healdsburg Public Works Director Larry Zimmer about the city’s application to be a “quiet zone” when the SMART train comes to town. To clarify, “a quiet zone does not guarantee quiet,” said Zimmer, who explained that residents will still hear noise from train engines, brakes and bells.

The quiet zone designation, if approved by the Federal Rail Administration, will require SMART to reduce the use of train horns that are otherwise mandatory.

Zimmer noted that the Town of Windsor did not have a quiet zone in place prior to SMART’s arrival, and the train horns were an unwelcome surprise to Windsor residents (the zone was eventually approved for Windsor).

“We want to get ahead of that,” Zimmer said.

In response to questions about the SMART project, Zimmer said city staff meets regularly with SMART to discuss rail crossings (where the train will cross a public street) and other logistical issues. “There’s a lot going on behind the scenes,” he said.

Zimmer also said SMART is on schedule to replace the aging railroad bridge in summer 2027 and begin regular train service by the end of 2028.

FLASHBACKS

Action film or sentimental claptrap: Spielberg’s dilemma

● ‘Disclosure Day’ resonates with earlier films in director’s, screenwriter’s joint canon

By Jared Rasic

How much a person likes Disclosure Day, the newest film from director Steven Spielberg, depends a lot on what their favorite film of his is. From the raw, thrumming energy of Jurassic Park, Jaws and Raiders of the Lost Ark, to the throwback sentimentality of E.T. and Close Encounters of the Third Kind , back around to the calculated emotional devastation of Schindler’s List and Saving Private Ryan, Spielberg has managed to craft more alltime classics than would seem possible for one man to execute in a lifetime.

I’ve spent my entire life chasing the feeling I got from watching Jurassic Park for the first time at 13 years old. That sense of wonder, combined with that feeling of being transported out of my body and onto Isla Nublar while being chased by hungry, pissed-off dinosaurs, is probably the most direct connection I can make to why I have dedicated so much of my life to writing about movies.

So to say that I looked forward to Disclosure Day is a massive understatement. If I had my druthers, I would make New Spielberg Movie Day a national holiday

for all who celebrate, and while I know he’s not the most high-brow or “elevated” filmmaker, outside of Martin Scorsese I’m not sure if there’s any filmmaker still working to whom the art form of motion pictures owes a larger debt.

Does Disclosure Day live up to that hype? Not really, but it’s a film that will age beautifully when divorced from expectations. I went in only knowing that Josh O’Connor plays a whistle-blower with evidence of extraterrestrials and Emily Blunt plays a reporter who makes contact with the aliens on live TV. Moviegoers should not find out any more than that about the plot. Letting the story unfold at its own pace is one of the joys of the film, even as David Koepp’s script makes some genuinely bizarre storytelling choices.

Anyone who goes into Disclosure Day looking for Spielberg’s return to pulse-pounding popcorn cinema along the lines of the desperate terror of War of the Worlds or the paranoid sweatiness of Minority Report should recalibrate those expectations. His newest is much more of a wide-eyed, hopeful transmission to the cosmos like Close Encounters or E.T.

This is Spielberg at his most “I want to believe,” and it’s lovely to see.

Thematically, Disclosure Day works beautifully, as we have a wide swath of characters all desperate for understanding. Whether it’s a math genius hoping to decode the universe, an unsatisfied woman trying to figure out her place in the world, a government official haunted by the loss of his wife or an ex-novitiate trying to reconcile her faith with her cynicism toward humanity, these characters all possess deep inner lives worth building a film around.

The problem lies with Koepp’s script. It sidelines characters for large chunks of screen time, takes trips down narrative dead ends and can’t seem to reconcile whether he wants the film to be a goofy, warm-hearted adventure along the lines of E.T. or a deeply earnest look up to the skies like Close Encounters. Koepp remains one of the most profoundly inconsistent screenwriters in history. He’s responsible for not only my beloved Jurassic Park, but also for the hugely disappointing new movie with Scarlett Johansson.

Because Spielberg is such a master of pacing and tone, the movie still has momentary triumphs over its flailing script. We’re left with one of Emily Blunt’s finest performances and a genuinely optimistic view of the universe

that I think humanity really needs at this point in history.

More than a soulless popcorn blockbuster, Disclosure Day feels like a deeply personal attempt for Spielberg to reconcile his religious faith with his belief in other life, his ever-shifting feelings toward mankind and our universal right to truth. He isn’t just asking if we’re alone; he’s taking aim at the modern landscape of calculated misinformation, government cynicism and our collective starvation for transparency.

Yet, as the runtime clocks past the two-hour mark, a distinct friction begins to form between the film’s towering thematic ambitions and its mechanical plot execution. It exists as a film that is both too conceptually vast and too narratively undercooked. Spielberg crafts a film that literally begs us to rediscover our empathy, but does so in service to a script that doesn’t quite understand what makes humanity worth saving in the first place.

Despite the narrative conveniences and the script’s structural faults, the director’s visual alchemy remains unmatched at times. Several moments of transportive beauty here hushed the theater and pulled the audience completely to the edge of its seats. It may not rank in the top tier of his legendary filmography a few decades from now, but a middling, deeply human Spielberg film is still more vital than what almost anyone else is producing today. It proves that even when the map is flawed, the man behind the camera hasn’t lost his true north.

‘Disclosure Day’ (2 hrs, 25 mins) is currently playing at True West Film Center and other local theaters.

TORCEDORE Cuban cigars are illegal in the U.S., but all of the elements can be found in the States, including a family-trained ‘torcedore,’ or cigar twister, named Antonio Cortada.

Cuban cigars from the Connecticut Valley?

● A tropical tradition survives a political stalemate

By Pierre Ratte

Havana nights, yes! But Cuban cigars are illegal in the US. Have been since 1962. For a while, 2016-2020, there was an exemption for personal use, but that was revoked. With Cuban cigars outlawed, the next best thing is Antonio Cortada hand-rolling your cigar. His family plied their trade in Cuba for generations. Antonio grew up three hours east of Havana and learned cigar rolling from the family business. He’s been in the United States for 22 years and has not lost the torcedore knack of producing a first-class cigar.

What is a first-class cigar? Great question. For starters, first-class cigars use whole tobacco leaves rolled full length to form the center of the cigar, not too tight, not too loose. Full rolled-leaf centers, called long-leaf filler, contrast with chopped leaves in inexpensive cigars whose centers are pressed together like cigarette tobacco. Think pressed wood versus solid wood. Big diff.

A wrapper leaf goes around the center roll. The wrapper leaf imparts about 60-80% of the flavor. It is elastic, smooth and has a sheen from natural oils. The best wrapping leaves still come from the Connecticut River Valley whose farm fields are dotted with tobacco drying barns—barns with spaces between

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Rodent Proo ng • Entry-Point Sealing Insulation Removal • Insulation

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Clean-Outs • Vapor Barrier

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the side boards allowing airflow to dry bundles hung from the rafters. The filler in the center determines strength. Strength relates to physiological punch. Strong cigars give smokers a buzz, even make the room spin. Strength and flavor are distinctly different characteristics of a cigar; flavor comes from the wrapper, punch from the filler.

Tobacco curing, meaning fermentation, softens the smoking experience. Fermenting releases impurities, like ammonia compounds, allowing tobacco to develop mellow and complex flavors much like grape fermentation creates a fine wine. Like winemaking, starting with excellent leaves and terroir makes a difference, but fermentation is where the magic happens and cigar brands develop their distinctive flavor profiles.

Fun Fact: Torcedores hand-roll cigars. Some claim the high lithium content in Cuban soil creates a euphoric effect, but this is more speculation than fact. Squire Cigars at 1305 G Cleveland Ave. in Santa Rosa is the place to buy cigars. Fuente, Davidoff, Aladino and Romeo Y Julietta are premium brands.

Antonio Cortada can be reached at cortadacigar@gmail.com. He can be hired for private events where cigar aficionados appreciate a freshly hand-rolled cigar.

NONETHELESS Despite the warning signs on the only remaining drop box outside the postal annex, some customers still make their mail deposits there.

Mailbox hacked

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amount) and attempted to deposit or cash them in an ATM. Though in some cases a bank caught the attempted fraud and voided the check deposit, the suspects were successful with several. The amount lost by the reported fraud was over $42,000, though it may have been more.

The high number of reports on what may have been only one incident of mail theft occurred because the police department worked with the Postal Service to report all of the incidents, adding them to the “original incident report.”

City Council

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Multicultural Center

The council reviewed a proposal to repaint the Abel De Luna Community Center in bright colors, as the first phase of a proposed transformation of the city-owned center into a Multicultural Center and Resiliency Hub.

“Each time a victim is identified/ comes to report being victimized, a new incident is created, thus all the incidents listed,” responded Police Chief Matt Jenkins to press inquiry about the fraud reports. “Each of these incidents are tied to one case report (identified as the ‘original’ report).”

When the issue was posted to Facebook a few days ago, however, multiple respondents commented that they, too, were victimized recently or at a different time, as far back as January.

Jenkins suggested the incidents may be more widespread than just involving Healdsburg. “Yes, this is an active investigation that we are coordinating with other agencies, including the U.S. Postal Inspectors—the Postal Service law enforcement branch. Other agencies include those where other victims reside.”

At the suggestion of the local post

office branch on Foss Creek Circle, we contacted Kristina Uppal of the U.S. Postal Service office in the Bay Area about the local mail thefts.

“The U.S. Postal Service takes the security of the mail very seriously. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) is the federal law enforcement arm of the Postal Service; they investigate reports of mail theft and mail-related fraud and work closely with local, state and federal law-enforcement partners,” responded Uppal.

She also said it was common for such mail theft and fraud to be reported to local law enforcement. “With respect to any specific incident reports or how they are consolidated by a local police department, those decisions are made by the investigating agencies. USPS and USPIS coordinate closely with those agencies as appropriate.”

Only one of four drop boxes remains

WARNING Signs on every side of the only remaining drop box outside the Healdsburg postal annex on Foss Creek Circle warn against depositing important mail, and encourage use of the drop box in the lobby instead.

at the Healdsburg post office on Foss Creek Circle, and it has a bent leg. It also sports several warning signs not to mail anything of importance in the box, but rather to do so inside the post office (though people continue to use the drop box regardless).

Uppal pushed back on the suggestion that the Postal Service is downgrading the use of drop boxes. “Blue collection boxes remain an important part of the Postal Service’s network,” she wrote. “There is no national program to eliminate collection boxes.”

She amplified that collection boxes are reviewed as to their “placement, usage and security,” and that the Postal Service is “continuing security modernization efforts, including deployment of high-security blue collection boxes and upgraded lock technology as part of Project Safe Delivery.”

Neither the Healdsburg Police nor the Postal Inspection Service would release any further details on any progress, if any, regarding their investigations.

Postal customers are encouraged to report any concerns of mail theft directly to the Postal Inspection Service at 877.876.2455 or at uspis.gov/report.

Shades of red, orange, yellow, purple and pink were chosen by a volunteer committee that has met during the past few months. In addition, the first phase will include two original murals by artists Jake Messing and Blanca Molina.

Subsequent phases of the project are still unfunded and are conceived as reconfigurations of two internal courtyards and the multipurpose room.

The nonprofit organizers of the project, Corazón Healdsburg and Healthcare Foundation Northern Sonoma County, say painting and mural creation could begin in August and be complete in Octo-

ber. The council approved the not-to-exceed cost of $156,200 to paint the exterior of the campus.

Pedicab

The council heard an application from Breathless Wines to operate a six-passenger pedicab in the area between Plaza Park and the Breathless tasting room on Moore Lane. After hearing from Healdsburg Police Chief Matt Jenkins and Breathless Wines representative Sharon Cohn and being reassured that the pedicab will follow a fixed route and not play amplified music or

serve wine, the permit was approved. Commission Appointments

The council filled three open seats on the Planning Commission by reappointing Conor McKay and Jonathan Pearlman, and adding a new commissioner, James Gentry. Next, the council appointed Caroline Gonzalez to serve as Healdsburg’s representative on the Sonoma County Library Commission.

The City Council has no scheduled meetings in July. The next regular meeting will take place on Monday, Aug. 3, 2026.

Arundo removal

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“Arundo consumes up to 7 million gallons per acre which we need to keep in our river,” said Russian Riverkeeper’s Don McEnhill. “Arundo also displaces critical native plants and trees along the Russian River. No trees means no birds and a significant loss of biodiversity.”

Fujita, the Rotary Noon environmental director since 2021, said Russian Riverkeeper got involved with the removal of Arundo about a year before the club decided to assist. Fujita said, “Our Rotary Club obtained a Rotary district grant to purchase equipment for the Russian Riverkeeper and helped it cut down Arundo.” Their project was part of the city’s larger Climate Mobilization Strategy.

The task is to remove the plant as completely as possible. Long sleeves, gloves and machetes are essential. It may seem like a thankless task at first, but it is ultimately rewarding in the way only volunteerism can be.

It didn’t take long for the Healdsburg Rotary Sunrise Club and Healdsburg High School Interact Club to join in the effort in about 2022. “In 2023, I suggested that this project could be scaled up to have other Rotary Clubs within our Rotary district to help with this work,” Fujita said. “Under the leadership of the district Rotary environment committee chair, Barbara McChesney, it was transformed into a district project.”

Groups of up to 50 volunteers from as many as 11 Rotary Clubs and four Interact Clubs (high school student groups supported by a local Rotary) have joined in the efforts during the past three years, and news of the project has spread, or perhaps grown organically might be a better term. They meet in the morning, share water and snacks, and often col-

lect for a shared lunch. It’s social environmentalism.

Eventually, editors at Rotary International Magazine decided to commission a story on the local Arundo removal project and contacted freelance journalist Mary Catherine O’Connor—known for her environmental reportage—to write it. Her assignment came in just after

the May 9 regular workday, so another workday was held on Saturday, June 13, to accommodate O’Connor’s request to see the project in action.

So around 8am that Saturday morning, 31 volunteers from at least five local Rotary Clubs and two Interact Clubs showed up to do what they do: work together to make a difference.

HEALDSBURG FOOD PANTRY

HELP US TO HELP THOSE IN NEED

WHAT A GUY The Healdsburg Police Department and the Healdsburg Fire Department would like to extend their sincere thanks to Guy Fieri, the Guy Fieri Foundation and Healdsburg Chevrolet for hosting a June 10 lunch in support of their local first responders.

Crimes and concerns reported to Healdsburg Police, June 1 - 7

Residents and others are encouraged to call Police Dispatch as needed at 707.431.3377, operational 24/7.

Monday, June 1

4:47am The Reporting Party (RP) at L&M Motel on Healdsburg Avenue said a resident was sprayed in the face with wasp and hornet killer. Medical assistance was staged. Officers responded, deemed there was no crime and canceled medical assistance.

3:55pm The RP at CVS Pharmacy on Center Street wanted officers to respond regarding a panhandler in front of the store. The store wanted to file charges for trespassing. Officers advised the panhandler of the complaint and asked him to leave. The RP planned to get a trespass letter notarized.

4:22pm The California Highway Patrol (CHP) forwarded information regarding a possible drunk driver seen driving erratically by excessively braking and running stop signs. Officers responded and found the 55-Year-Old (YO) woman at Chevron on Healdsburg Avenue. She was arrested and brought to county jail for driving under the influence (DUI).

4:42pm The RP at the United States Postal Service (USPS) on Foss Creek Circle requested a fraud report. The RP deposited his rent check in the drop box at the Healdsburg post office on May 25. The RP’s landlord did not receive the check, but the RP’s bank said someone attempted to cash it after altering it. (NOTE: A number of subsequent and redundant fraud reports came from the Foss Creek Circle annex over the next several days; they have been omitted from this Police Log. See story on p. 1.)

added the RP to an existing case from June 1. A report was taken.

9:38am The RP at Fitch Mountain Terrace I on South Fitch Mountain Road was with Adult Protective Services. The victim was groped inappropriately by a neighbor in the summer of 2025 while the victim was asleep. The suspect lived in the same complex as the victim, but the identity of the suspect was unknown. An officer spoke to the victim, and she planned to follow up with the officer at a later time.

10:32am The RP at Appellation Healdsburg on Dovetail Lane said that on May 8, 2026, a male massage therapist brushed his hands between the RP’s thighs and touched her privates approximately three times. An officer advised the RP that a different officer would follow up with the RP on June 4, 2026. A report was taken.

Thursday, June 4

Tuesday, June 2

1:30am The RP at Safeway on Vine Street said her vehicle was hit while parked in the parking lot on June 1, 2026. She did not want to press charges but wanted the suspect’s information for her insurance. Advice was given.

4:05pm The RP at Chevron on Healdsburg Avenue wanted help getting a woman to leave the property. The RP said the woman was drinking alcohol on the side of the building. She was asked to leave but did not. Officers contacted the woman and she agreed to leave.

4:36pm The RP at Opperman & Son on Kinley Drive said a man known to the owner trespassed on the property and threatened people at the business. Prior to the officers’ arrival, the man left the business. He was located at a nearby gas station. The 62-YO man was arrested for public intoxication and transported to county jail.

7:27pm The RP on Grove Street at Healdsburg Avenue said a person tagged the speed limit and cross walk sign with graffiti. Officers located the 18-YO suspect and arrested him for vandalism, possession of tools for vandalism and commission of a crime that benefitted a criminal street gang. At 7:57pm, another caller reported the same graffiti and suspect.

Wednesday, June 3

12:27am A vehicle fire occurred on Grove Street. The RP was transferred to Redcom, the fire dispatch. Officers arrived on the scene. Fire personnel handled the incident.

7:36am Fraud occurred at the USPS on Foss Creek Circle. The RP mailed a check from the mailbox outside the building. Someone stole the check from the box, altered it and deposited it in an Automated Teller Machine (ATM). The RP was defrauded of $9,000. An officer met with the RP and

2:33pm An officer on South University Street conducted a probation search and found the subject to be in violation. The 40-YO man was arrested for violation of a court order, violation of a restraining order and stalking.

6:38pm A man who appeared to have been drinking almost crashed into the 7-Eleven store on Healdsburg Avenue. Officers arrested the 26-YO man for DUI, violation of probation, contempt of court and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was taken to county jail.

Friday, June 5

12:48am The RP at St. John’s School on Fitch Street said a woman repeatedly drove on the wrong side of the road approaching the school. Officers were advised.

1:39pm The RP at Novedades Eva on Healdsburg Avenue said a man yelled and cursed at the RP through the door. The RP refused to unlock the door. An officer responded, but the man had already left the area. An officer contacted the RP.

4:03pm An accident occurred at Russian Riverkeeper on Healdsburg Avenue. A car was rear-ended by a truck. The RP requested assistance to determine fault. An officer responded but was unable to find the vehicles.

7:22pm A woman was at one of the doors of St. John’s School on Fitch Street with clothes, a cart and belongings everywhere. The RP wanted the woman to leave by nightfall. An officer advised the woman of the complaint.

10:26pm A 46-YO woman was arrested at West Plaza Park on North Street for resisting arrest and possession of open alcohol in a park. The woman was brought to county jail.

11:42pm A supervisor at The Lodge at Healdsburg on Grove Street called on behalf of an employee who had issues with a guest on the property. The RP was not willing to press charges unless the person refused to leave. Officers responded and contacted the employee. The guest had not been asked to leave so it was only a civil issue at the time.

Saturday, June 6

1:17pm The RP on Center Street attempted to serve a restraining order while the restrained party was at a baby shower. The RP said the subjects came outside and became involved in a verbal argument. An officer responded, contacted the RP and facilitated giving the paperwork to the individual.

1:24pm The RP on Harold Lane said someone entered his vehicle and stole several items. Stolen property included microphones valued at approximately $300, a shirt, a red bag and Meta glasses valued at approximately $400. Total losses were estimated to be $1,500. An officer contacted the victim, and the victim decided not to press charges.

8:02pm An employee of Taqueria El Sombrero on Center Street indicated that a person refused to leave the business and disrupted customers. An officer contacted the person who subsequently left.

8:55pm A woman at Dry Creek Kitchen on Healdsburg Avenue walked out on a tab of approximately $300. Officers responded and took a report.

Sunday, June 7

9:32am The RP on North Street thought a city ordinance violation for camping in a vehicle occurred. For several days a van was parked, and the RP believed a man and woman resided inside. Patrol was advised of the complaint.

3:58pm A man near Goodnight’s Prime Steak + Spirits on Plaza Street hit garbage cans and bushes with a metal stick, causing a disturbance. Officers responded, but police presence made the situation worse. Officers returned later when multiple other callers stated the man yelled profanities at children and put his head into a fountain. Officers contacted the man again, and the man left without further incident in an Uber.

Compiled by Carolyn Brenner

Legal Notices

CITY OF HEALDSBURG PUBLIC NOTICE

PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Healdsburg is seeking applications from interested persons to fill one (1) vacancy on the City of Healdsburg Parks and Recreation Commission. The membership of the Parks and Recreation Commission shall consist of seven members. One of the seven members may be designated as a Parks and Recreation youth commissioner who shall be under the age of 18 or a full-time student under the age of 21. Two of the seven members may reside outside the City limits but must reside at a location that is within the boundaries of the Healdsburg Unified School District. All members of the Parks and Recreation Commission shall serve without compensation.

The Commission serves in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the Director of Community Services on policies and programs pertaining to public parks and recreation and shall include:

- Identifying and addressing the needs related to the City’s parks, school facilities, playgrounds, open space, and recreational facilities.

- Advising the City Council and the Director of Parks and Recreation on all matters affecting the City’s parks and recreation programs and facilities.

- Advising and assisting City boards and commissions, City departments, and private persons on matters affecting the City’s parks, school facilities, playgrounds, open space and recreational facilities.

- Improving maintenance of City parks, school facilities, playgrounds, open space and recreational facilities.

- Assisting in the development of a parks and open space master plan.

- Developing and maintaining a community activities plan to increase, create, and implement community recreation classes and special interest classes.

- Performing such other functions and duties as may be directed by the City Council from time to time.

If you are interested in applying, applications are available on the City’s website under Government: Boards and Commissions at https://healdsburg.gov/177/ Boards-Commissions or by emailing rallan@healdsburg. gov. All completed applications must be submitted to the Office of the City Clerk by 5:30 P.M. Thursday, July 16, 2026.

Dated: June 18, 2026 Raina Allan, CMC City Clerk (Pub HBT 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 202601645

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: FALCON TOWING & ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE, 3512 BROOKS AVE, SANTA ROSA, CA 95407. County: Sonoma. Registered Owner(s): EAGLE ROADSIDE SERVICES LLC, 3512 BROOKS AVE, SANTA ROSA, CA 95407. This business is being conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. KHALED SALEH CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 05/20/2026. (Pub HBT 5/28, 6/04, 06/11, 06/18/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 202601509

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: BFF DOG PRESS, 1319 FOOTHILL DRIVE, HEALDSBURG, CA 95448. County: Sonoma. Registered Owner(s): SANDRA DESTINY, 1319 FOOTHILL DRIVE, HEALDSBURG, CA 95448. This business is being conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on MARCH 17, 2026. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. SANDRA DESTINY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 05/08/2026. (Pub HBT 5/28, 6/04, 06/11, 06/18/2026)

LEGAL NOTICES

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 202601685

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: SOMMRAS WINE, 6195 DRY CREEK ROAD, HEALDSBURG, CA 95448. County: Sonoma. Registered Owner(s): CHATEAU DIANA LLC, 6195 DRY CREEK ROAD, HEALDSBURG, CA 95448. This business is being conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. DONNA GIBSON, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 05/22/2026. (Pub HBT 5/28, 6/04, 06/11, 06/18/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 202601372

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: ALLIED WEST PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, 90 MARK WEST SPRINGS RD. STE. 210, SANTA ROSA, CA 95403. County: Sonoma. Registered Owner(s): MARK WEST ENTERPRISES, INC, P0 BOX 1273, WINDSOR, CA 95492. This business is being conducted by: A CORPORATION. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. ENGLISH RAMON, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 04/29/2026. (Pub HBT 6/04, 06/11, 06/18, 6/26/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 202601682

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: 1. ANGELINE, 2. ANGELINE VINEYARDS, 3. COURTNEY BENHAM , 4. MARTIN RAY WINERY, 5. FOUNTAIN GROVE WINES, 6. GABRIELLE ASHLEY, 7. LUNARDI’S, 8. SYNTHESIS, 2191 LAGUNA RD., SANTA ROSA, CA, 95401-3705. County: Sonoma. Registered Owner(s): MARTIN RAY WINERY, INC., 2191 LAGUNA RD., SANTA ROSA, CA, 95401-3705. This business is being conducted by: A CORPORATION. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on 1996. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. COURTNEY M. BENHAM, PRESIDENT/CEO/CFO/DIR/SEC. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 05/22/2026. (Pub HBT 6/04, 06/11, 06/18, 6/26/2026)

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF SONOMA CASE NUMBER: 26CV03328

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: KAREN ELIZABETH PETIT, filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. KAREN ELIZABETH PETIT to Proposed Name: a. REN PETIT. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file 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 filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING 7/22/26. Time: 3:00 pm. Dept.: 17. Via Zoom. GO ONLINE TO ZOOM.US/JOIN OR PHONE IN AT Meeting ID Dial 1-669-254-5252, Meeting ID: 161 126 4123 Passcode: 062178. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in The Healdsburg Tribune, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Sonoma. Date: 05/19/2026. /s/ DANA SIMONDS, Judge of the Superior Court. (Pub HBT 06/04, 06/11, 06/18, 07/25/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO: 202601274

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: EARTH MOVING SOLUTIONS, 5584 FULTON RD., SANTA ROSA, CA 95403. County: Sonoma. Registered Owner(s):

MILES DAMIAN PIERI, 5584 FULTON RD., SANTA ROSA, CA 95403. This business is being conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. MILES PIERI. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 04/22/2026. (Pub HBT 6/04, 06/11, 06/18, 6/26/2026)

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 Western Valley MHC 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 specified in such notice for payment of such charges having expired, notice is hereby given that these goods will be sold at public auction at 3309 Santa Rosa Ave, #62 Santa Rosa, CA 95407 on June 26th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. The following is a brief description of the property to be sold:

A 1959 Frontier Mobilehome, Decal Number AAK5272, Serial Number(s) 1059502811, HUD Label/Insignia Number(s) A1492, 48 feet in length, 10 feet 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: Paul R Gates

Amount Due: $744.13

Dated at Stockton, California

June 11, 2026

June 18, 2026

By: /s/ Melissa Lawley

Authorized Agent for Western Valley MHC (Pub HBT 6/11, 6/18)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 202601733

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: HEALDSBURG INSURANCE, 431B MARCH AVENUE, HEALDSBURG, CA 95448. County: Sonoma. Registered Owner(s): SCOTT MARTINDALE INSURANCE AGENCY INC, 431B MARCH AVENUE, HEALDSBURG, CA 95448. This business is being conducted by: A CORPORATION. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. SCOTT MARTINDALE, CEO & PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 05/29/2026. (Pub HBT 6/04, 06/11, 06/18, 6/26/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 202601480

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: VALLEY FORD CREAMERY, 11205 VALLEY FORD ROAD, VALLEY FORD, CA 94972. County: Sonoma. Mailing address: P.O BOX 382, VALLEY FORD, CA 94972. Registered Owner(s): TWO ROCK FARMS LLC, P.O. BOX 449, VALLEY FORD, CA 94972. This business is being conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. JOSEPH MARK MOREDA, JR, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 05/07/2026. (Pub HBT 6/04, 06/11, 06/18, 6/26/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 202601755

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: 1. GOOD ORDER 2, 2. GOOD ORDER BOOKKEEPING SERVICES, 524 SANNS LANE, HEALDSBURG, CA 95448.

County: Sonoma. Registered Owner(s): ANDREA HAUGHTON KLADDER, 524 SANNS LANE, HEALDSBURG, CA 95448. This business is being conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. ANDREA H KLADDER, OWNER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 06/01/2026. (Pub HBT 06/11, 06/18, 6/26, 07/02/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 202601737

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: SENIOR CONCIERGE SERVICES SONOMA COUNTY, 8784 OAK GROVE AVE, SEBASTOPOL, CA 95472. County: Sonoma. Registered Owner(s): CASEY LYNN RAMIREZ, 8784 OAK GROVE AVE, SEBASTOPOL, CA 95472. This business is being conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. CASEY LYNN RAMIREZ. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 05/29/2026. (Pub HBT 06/11, 06/18, 6/26, 07/02/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 202601727

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: SKIN WITH KARLI, 216 MATHESON STREET, HEALDSBURG, CA 95448. County: Sonoma. Registered Owner(s): KARLI FACCINI, 216 MATHESON STREET, HEALDSBURG, CA 95448. This business is being conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on 10/16/2021. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. KARLI FACCINI, OWNER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 05/29/2026. (Pub HBT 06/18, 6/25, 07/02, 07/09/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 202601835

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: DIVA SALON, 910 MCCELLAND DR, WINDSOR, CA 95492. County: Sonoma. Registered Owner(s): ANGELA MICHELLE GOBBI, 910 MCCELLAND DR, WINDSOR, CA 95492. This business is being conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on 11/2000. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. ANGELA GOBBI, OWNER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 06/08/2026. (Pub HBT 06/18, 6/25, 07/02, 07/09/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 202601740

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: 1. APERTURE CELLARS, 2. BIENVENUE VINEYARDS, 3. GALLEANO WINERY, 4. MASIA DE LA VINYA WINERY, 5. THE CAVE AT OAK MOUNTAIN WINERY, 6. THE WINE MERCHANT LTD, 7. TOBIN JAMES, 8. TRUFFLE PIG WINERY, 9. WIENS CELLARS, 499 MOORE LANE, HEALDSBURG, CA 95448. County: Sonoma. Registered Owner(s): RB WINE ASSOCIATES, LLC, 499 MOORE LANE, HEALDSBURG, CA 95448. This business is being conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. JEFF TUTTLE, CEO - RB WINE ASSOCIATES, LLC. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 05/29/2026. (Pub HBT 06/18, 6/25, 07/02, 07/09/2026)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 202601741

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name: 1. WINESHOP AT HOME ARTISAN WINES, 2. GOLDEN ANCHOR CELLARS, 3. BLACK & GOLD, 4. RATTLESNAKE CELLARS, 5. RATTLESNAKE, 6. RUBY POINTS CELLARS, 7. RUBY POINTS, 8. DAMGIRL CELLARS, 9.

OBITUARIES

January 22, 1948 — March 8, 2026 LifeTributes@Weeklys.com

Steven Russell Smith

Steven was the eldest child of Russell and Florence Smith. He grew up on the family’s ranch on Lytton Springs Rd., and attended

school in Healdsburg, graduating from Healdsburg High School in 1966, where he was active in sports especially cross country and basketball. He graduated SRJC, and Sonoma State University where he latter taught Native American Studies after getting his masters at U.C. Berkeley. Eventually he went on to became Director of Human Resources for, respectively, Butte County, Mendocino County and the Marin County Water District. Steve then served for 20 years as the Director of Human Resources for Dry Creek Rancheria and River Rock Casino. Steve is missed by his huge family, friends and co-workers. He was a man who lived his values, enjoyed a good game of tennis, respected his heritage and made a real difference to many.

LEGAL NOTICES

DAMGIRL, 10. RADIANT CELLARS, 11. RADIANT, 12. THREE DEGREES CELLARS, 13. THREE DEGREES, 14. TOWER CELLARS, 15. WAYNE FAMILY ESTATE, 16. MYSTIC CIRCLE, 17. EVERBLOOMING, 18. THE DUKE, 19. FAIRWINDS ESTATE, 20. LOS ALTOS VINEYARDS, 21. OPTIMA WINERY, 22. MOUNTAIN BORN CELLARS, 23. MOUNTAIN BORN, 24. CORDEVALLE WINERY, 499 MOORE LANE, HEALDSBURG, CA 95448. County: Sonoma. Registered Owner(s): RB WINE ASSOCIATES, LLC, 499 MOORE LANE, HEALDSBURG, CA 95448. This business is being conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. JEFF TUTTLE, CEO - RB WINE ASSOCIATES, LLC. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 05/29/2026. (Pub HBT 06/18, 6/25, 07/02, 07/09/2026)

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF SONOMA

CASE NUMBER: 26CV03752

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: MARK J SHIPMAN, filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. MARK J. SHIPMAN to Proposed Name: a. DANIEL JAMES CASAZZA. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file 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 filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING 8/5/26. Time: 3:00 pm. Dept.: 17. Via Zoom. GO ONLINE TO

Bay Area gas appliance ban to take effect

● Furnaces and water heaters must soon be replaced

By Janis Mara

If you’re like most homeowners, you don’t think about your hot water heater, though it affects you every day—your showers, dishwashing and cooking, just for starters.

However, new regulations that would cost many Bay Area homeowners thousands of dollars more to replace a nonfunctioning hot water heater are set to begin next year.

In 2023, the Bay Area Air District board passed some of the most stringent regulations in the U.S. with the goal of phasing out gas water heaters and furnaces, both of which emit pollutants known as nitrogen oxides. Gas furnaces are to be phased out in 2029, water heaters in 2027.

The regulations affect households in Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma counties.

things, call a trusted professional. This is especially true if you live in the abovenamed areas.

In January or October 2027, households in those areas will be required to replace nonfunctioning natural gas-powered water heaters with electric alternatives such as heat pumps.

Air District staff found that, on average, the swap to an electric heat pump water heater would be about $3,500 more expensive, including installation costs. The typical cost of buying a standard 40 to 50-gallon gas water heater tank and having it installed is $1,400 to $2,800.

“It’s going to be more expensive than that,” said Chris Guslani, the owner of Bay Area Water Heaters, which installs natural gas water heaters as well as the occasional heat pump. “More like $5,000.

ZOOM.US/JOIN OR PHONE IN AT Meeting ID Dial 1-669-254-5252, DEPARTMENT 19 Meeting ID: 160 421 7577 Passcode: 410765. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in The Healdsburg Tribune, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Sonoma. Date: 06/09/2026. /s/ OSCAR PARDO, Judge of the Superior Court. (Pub HBT 06/18, 06/25, 07/02, 07/09/2026)

MAILING ADDRESS: 7960 Sunflower Drive, Cotati, CA, 94931

Enforcement of Warehouse Lien

BYMOFO, LLC 660 cases of wine for public auction. 7/10/26 at 1010 Shiloh Rd at 10am. AlexanderValleyCellars.com

Enforcement of Warehouse Lien

Progressive Wine Company, INC approximately 1,940 cases of wine for public auction. 7/10/26 at 1010 Shiloh Rd at 10am. AlexanderValleyCellars.com

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 202601890

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name:1. PLANTS ON WALLS, 2. FLORAFELT, 46 HAMPTON ROAD, CAMP MEEKER, CA 95419. County: Sonoma. Registered Owner(s): BUILD BOTANIC LLC, 708 HWY 116 N #335, SEBASTOPOL, CA 95472. MAILING ADDRESS: 708 HWY 116 N #335, SEBASTOPOL, CA 95472. This business is being conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name or names above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. CHRISTOPHER JAMES BRIBACH, MANAGING MEMBER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Sonoma County on 06/11/2026. (Pub HBT 06/18, 6/25, 07/02, 07/09/2026)

Even if the new rules don’t affect you, it’s a good idea to give some love to your water heater. While folks here stay in their homes around 16 to 18 years, a traditional tank water heater typically lasts 8 to 12 years—so you might need to replace it soon.

No matter what, it’s a good idea to have the tank drained, flushed and cleaned at least once a year to prevent sediment buildup and help make it last longer.

Also, be on the lookout for leaks, knocking noises, and rusty, cloudy or cold water. If you see any of those

“They are still working on exemptions. They are not trying to bankrupt people. But the timing is poor,” Guslani said. Bay Area homeowners are already dealing with soaring gas and grocery prices.

The exemptions could apply to 38 percent of water heater replacements, in particular for low-income households and for complicated installations that are even pricier than usual. The board will vote on the exemptions at a future meeting.

The rule would deliver cleaner air and prevent up to 85 premature deaths each year, the district said. Additionally, the district claims it would avoid up to $890 million per year in health impacts due to air pollution exposure.

More information is available on the Bay Area Air District website.

RECENT SALES AND PRICES

In Sonoma County, the median home is worth $772,000, according to the Zillow Home Value Index.

In March 2026, Sonoma County home prices were down 0.69 percent compared to last year, selling for a median price of $815,000, according to data from Redfin. On average, homes in Sonoma County sell after 36 days on the market, compared to 38 days last year. There were 320 homes sold in March this year, up from 282 last year.

6476 Red Winery Road, Geyserville, 95441 $3.3M, 3 beds, 3 baths, 2,379 sq ft; sold: May 22, 2026 517 - 519 Johnson Street, Healdsburg, 95448 $2M, 4 beds, 3 baths, 2,284 sq ft; sold: May 22, 2026

349 Sugar Maple Lane, Windsor, 95492 $762,000, 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,510 sq ft; sold: May 22, 2026

6183 Marsi Court, Windsor, 95492

$910,000, 4 beds, 2 baths, 2,208 sq ft; sold: May 21, 2026

925 Pinot Noir Way, Windsor, 95492 $958,000, 4 beds, 3 baths, 2,642 sq ft; sold: May 20, 2026

1295 Pedroncelli Drive, Windsor, 95492 $835,000, 3 beds, 3 baths, 1,831 sq ft; sold: May 20, 2026

2120 Grove Street, Sonoma, 95476 $2.62M, 3 beds, 3 baths, 3,363 sq ft; sold: May 14, 2026

14856 Chalk Hill Road, Healdsburg, 95448 $1.33M, 3 beds, 3 baths, 2,000 sq ft; sold: May 11, 2026

219 Burgundy Road, Healdsburg, 95448 $1.8M, 4 beds, 2 baths, 2,402 sq ft; sold: May 8, 2026

810 Revel Road, Healdsburg, 95448 $2.5M, 4 beds, 3 baths, 3,938 sq ft; sold: May 4, 2026

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