Tri-City Voice November 25, 2025

H A P P Y T H A N K S G I V

Hayward

combats

sea level rise

● Greenbelt Alliance collaborates with engineers, architects and city leaders

By Roelle Balan

King Tides are already happening in the Bay Area. One King Tide event happened just a couple of weeks ago. More are expected for December and January. They are a sneak peak of sea level rise, an increase of ocean mass due to climate change. When sea levels rise, it turns into an eventual flooding of communities. What stops sea level rise are natural barriers like marshlands.

Greenbelt Alliance recently launched the Hayward Shoreline Resilience Collaborative, a group of organizations that are working on projects that prevent sea level rise. Greenbelt Alliance held a public event introducing the collaborative on Nov. 18 at the Cherryland Community Center in Hayward. Residents, environmental activists, engineers, architects, city leaders, recreational organizations and more gathered to

Joyful noise Tickets on for BayPhil concert.

Registration filled up, with the front half of the shop cleared for chairs.

Keep it green Park district waives fees for Green Friday. 8

Judging beyond the cover

● Fremont’s independent bookstore staff

By Stephanie Uchida

On Tuesday, Nov. 18, Banter Bookshop in Fremont held its

bookseller recommendation night—fittingly right ahead of Black Friday and the holiday gift-buying season. The format for the evening was simple: Staff

members spent a few minutes sharing book recommendations, across ages and genres, explaining what made the books stand out to them. The event was sold out, and shelves were rearranged to make room for chairs at the front of the store.

New cafes Concha and Sugarcane come to downtown Hayward. 14

O Christmas Tree Cities organize tree lightings and festivals. 15

News from Washington Health

Healthy Holiday Eating

How People with Diabetes Can Enjoy the Season of Celebrations

It’s November and the holidays are upon us. Family gatherings. Thanksgiving dinner. Holiday parties and tree-lighting events. Celebrating the New Year with friends and neighbors. Buffets overflowing with food and drink. But if you have diabetes, can you enjoy celebrations and not overindulge?

Advance planning is the key, says Jean Huang, MD. Dr. Huang is a board-certified endocrinologist with Washington Health. She offers solid advice for those who want to join celebrations while maintaining their diabetes-related goals.

Think ahead and plan a strategy before heading out the door, she advises. “If you’re going to a party, plan for what you should and should not eat. One key strategy is to eat a small meal or healthy snack high in fiber or protein in advance of the event — at your regular mealtime if possible — so that you won’t be overly hungry by the time you get to the dinner table or buffet.”

“But don’t skip meals thinking that allows you to eat more at the party,” she warns. “Make sure you keep your regular meal schedule — but eat less at that meal — and then reduce the amount of food you eat at the party,” she advises. “When at the buffet table, fill half of your plate with vegetables, one quarter with lean protein and one quarter with heathy high-fiber carbohydrates such as fruit, beans, or starchy vegetables.”

Most individuals with diabetes understand which foods they can eat and which ones to avoid, but the holidays are a particularly difficult time to manage it. Dr. Huang notes, “At events, the food is displayed before you

and is so tempting.” If you are hosting the holiday party or dinner, it’s easier to control what food you eat, but when you’re at an event or someone else’s home, it can be more challenging.

She suggests sitting away from the buffet and keeping busy visiting with the other guests so that you don’t see the food or are occupied socially and less tempted. Eating the high-fiber servings first also helps. High-fiber food slows the digestion, dampens feeling hungry and helps prevent the peaks people with diabetes often experience. Keep tabs on your blood sugar. After eating, get up and walk around or, better yet, take a walk.

Beware of the casseroles made with white rice or noodles. Potatoes are better than bread but cauliflower is better yet. Brown rice in moderation can be a good choice, but also look for the lentil, chickpea and bean dishes. Tofu also is a healthy alternative.

“Dessert selections may be the most challenging,” Dr. Huang adds. “The buffet offers so many tempting, tasty choices. Remind yourself to indulge in only one dessert, not two or more. Pick your battles: cake, candy or pie — or better yet — fruit, particularly apples, berries, bananas or other fruits that are less ripe, not so full of sugar.”

As for alcohol, it’s best to avoid it or certainly limit it. If you do have an alcoholic drink, avoid sugary mixers like juice or soda and eat food with the drink, she says. Non-alcoholic drinks like colas and fruit juices also should be avoided or consumed in moderation. Stick to unsweetened tea or sparkling water. If you have diabetes, you can enjoy the holidays and all the festivities that accompany them. Dr. Huang emphasizes, “Just remember to have a strategy, plan ahead, keep track of your blood sugar, and practice moderation in both food and drink.”

To learn more about Dr. Huang, please scan the below QR code. The American Diabetes Association also offers holiday wellness tips on their website. Visit Diabetes.org/health-wellness/ weight-management/stay-pn-trackduring-holidays.

When it comes to holiday treats, moderation is key.

“If you’re going to a party, plan for what you should and should not eat. One key strategy is to eat a small meal or healthy snack high in fiber or protein in advance of the event.”

Jean Huang, MD

Adventurous World Traveler

Back on Track After Knee Replacement

New Option Provides Longevity and Better, Quicker Recovery

This is the second article in a two-part series on the newly FDA-approved Oxford Cementless Partial Knee Replacement being performed by Washington Health orthopedic surgeons. See last week’s Tri-City Voice for part one, explaining why this proven option results in outstanding patient outcomes.

It is not unusual for Lea Ver to go scuba diving with sharks in the Philippines, hot air ballooning in Turkey, touring museums in Italy and Spain, and hiking to remote Tahitian waterfalls. However, this solo world traveler was grounded recently for a knee replacement due to a meniscus tear two years ago. The good news is, she will be jetting off again soon since she is healing well after receiving an Oxford Cementless Partial Knee Replacement from John T. Dearborn, MD, FAAOS, founder and medical co-director of Washington Health’s Institute for Joint Restoration and Research, and founder and medical director of Peninsula Surgery Center.

Partial knee replacement is a surgical procedure to treat osteoarthritis confined to a single compartment of the knee. The cemented Oxford Partial Knee Replacement (PKR) has been used in Europe for 50 years and has the best

outcomes of all the implants on the market today, likely because of the mobile bearing that replicates natural knee movement. The cementless version of this implant, which was FDA-approved in February, eliminates the need for bone cement, which can be a barrier to long-term fixation for younger patients.

Sixty-plus-year-old Lea kept feeding her wanderlust until her bone-on-bone knee pain began to significantly limit what she could do on trips. “I was having difficulty carrying my 50-pound bags full of scuba equipment, and on my recent trip in Malaga, I couldn’t hike the mountains like I wanted,” she said. “In Albania, my friend had to carry me up the many stairs to a hilltop restaurant!”

Lea eats well, practices yoga, and takes excellent care of herself. Now retired from the venture capital industry, she engages her brain by learning languages and studying new developments like artificial intelligence (AI) and digital currency. She researched and tried numerous holistic health options to help with her knee pain, but after having an MRI, she was told she needed a knee replacement.

“Once I found out Medicare would cover the cost of my procedure, I

investigated orthopedic surgeons and Dr. Dearborn’s name kept coming up,” recalled Lea. “After speaking to him and one of his former knee replacement patients, I decided to have Dr. Dearborn perform the procedure.”

Because the Oxford PKR is less invasive than total knee replacement, it results in less postoperative pain, quicker rehabilitation, and earlier return to daily activities. Lea went home the day of her surgery and had friends and family stay at home with her for the first week to be safe. She used a walker to get around her apartment the first three days, then used a cane when needed for a week. After that, she was able to walk without any assistive device, even walking to her physical therapy clinic near her home.

Now, one month after her surgery, Lea’s knee is showing excellent range of motion, with 120-degree flexion, which is much sooner than with other partial

“After speaking to him and one of his former knee replacement patients, I decided to have Dr. Dearborn perform the procedure.”

Lea Ver

knee replacements. She is very pleased with the healing of the 6-inch incision, which she says barely shows.

Lea will continue to rehabilitate her knee for another two months, then she plans to go snow skiing later this season and will be off to her next adventure sailing and scuba diving in New Zealand! She is excited to continue swimming with sharks and whales in every ocean, meeting new friends around the world, and discovering new languages, cultures and destinations.

To learn more about partial knee replacement, go to Dearbornassoc.com/ services/partial-knee-replacement/. For more information on the Washington Health Institute for Joint Research and Restoration, visit WashingtonHealth.com/IJRR or scan the QR code below.

OPINION

Train of Lights

By Stephanie Uchida

I’m always curious about the Niles Canyon Railway’s Train of Lights, but when the tickets go on sale back in October I’m still in Spooky Season Mode so I never think seriously about riding until tickets are already sold out. This year, my disorganized self was saved by Fremont’s Chamber of Commerce, who invited me on the test train on Nov. 17.

(Incidentally, this is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the volunteer-run railroad museum.)

Recently, I’ve ridden Ride the Rails for Relay in the spring, and the Skunk Train that goes east of Sunol. But I haven’t ridden the train in the dark, so I was curious how the ride would be with the greenery of Niles Canyon hidden by a rainy November night. In

spite of the cold, some riders did brave the open cars to watch for sights along the route and wave to commuters stuck in traffic.

What I learned is that there are two trains of lights. Obviously the train with its Christmas light-bedecked cars is delightful to watch from Mission Boulevard. Aside from

a few times when the track curves, you can’t see the outside decorations well while you’re riding.

For riders, the vintage train cars are packed with wreaths, wrapped presents and more Christmas lights. Obviously the decorations are fun, as is visiting with the Santa who roams up and down the cars.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

City responds to letter

Fremont has responded to a code enforcement complaint we filed regarding blockage of a city right-of-way by a landowner on Vargas Plateau. The city has informed the landowner that they must remove a gate they installed in late October 2025 on Morrison Canyon Road.

The landowner sued East Bay Regional Park District in 2008 and forced Vargas Plateau Regional Park closed for over eight years. The lawsuit called out Morrison Canyon and Vargas Roads as “narrow, dangerous and substandard.”

The landowner then built

a 10,000 sq. ft. event center and has multiple weddings and corporate events with 100s of attendees. They planted vineyards, olive groves and erected outbuildings resulting in a continuous stream of construction traffic.

The landowner asked Alameda County and Fremont to give him the last 1,000-feet of the Canyon for free in 2022. The county Board of Supervisors agreed, but Fremont confirmed the installation of the gate is a violation of the public right-ofway and requests removal.

William Yragui Fremont

But I also appreciated the chance to see so many different old-timey train cars. It truly felt like a step into the past.

After running into some friends from Fremont Cultural Arts Council, I mostly hung out in the general seating near the dome car. But we braved a journey to the dining car for cider (about 10 cars away), navigating the slippery floors of open cars and narrow aisles. I didn’t even make it through the whole length of the train.

There are so many local events around the holidays that I don’t get to participate in because I also have to work and keep up with family get-togethers. But I’m glad I was able to add one more unique ride to my holiday memories this year.

In a season like Halloween or Christmas, there’s always a feeling of the holiday happening all around you, but with no center ring that you can step into where the “main thing” actually unfolds. You have to piece together your own holiday from the places, people and events you can make time for. No one’s holiday is exactly like anyone else’s. I think that’s the magic!Arathi Satish

San Leandro

rent cap is too low

The 5% rent cap is already way too low. Landlords cannot maintain their building or keep up with annual bill increases and maintenance costs. This will hinder property values and detour new investment in the city, further deteriorating our San Leandro community. I am a landlord and manage properties as well, so I know first hand the expenses and resources required to run a building. By further capping the only lifeline landlords have to con-

tinue running the buildings you will cripple the ability of housing providers to keep these properties afloat, disincentivise future ownership and encourage deterioration. People put their lives into these buildings. Five percent is already very low as landlords already are stripped of any kind of upside to owning multifamily [housing]. This will only devalue and ruin our city.

This is an online comment in response to the Tri-City Voice article, “San Leandro extends rent registry deadline for landlords.”

Juan Reyez San Leandro

April Ramos

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HOME &GARDEN

FIGHT THE WINTER BLUES WITH DOUBLE AMARYLLIS

This colorful bulb blooms well indoors when temperatures drop

By Melinda Myers

Add unique flare to this winter’s indoor garden and décor with double amaryllis. The several layers of colorful petals are sure to make a statement wherever they are displayed.

Start the amaryllis season with early blooming varieties grown in the southern hemisphere. Double Alaska features frilly, fully double white flowers with a lime green center. Order bulbs early, store them in a cool, dry, dark location and plant these early blooming bulbs by Nov. 1 if you want flowers for the holiday.

Keep the color coming throughout the winter by growing a variety of other double amaryllis grown in the Northern hemisphere that begin blooming in January. Plant a few bulbs every three weeks to extend your enjoyment for several months.

Watch the colors change on Double Giant Amadeus amaryllis. The petals start as mostly white with a fine red outline. As flowers mature, the color intensifies to a blushing pink, coral and salmon.

Grow Double Sweet Nymph (longfield-gardens.com) for a bit of a romantic charm. The layers of creamy white petals are covered with coral pink stripes.

If you like the traditional red amaryllis, you will enjoy the giant red flowers of Double King. Each bulb produces three stems with four or more blooms that open at different times to extend your enjoyment.

The candy cane striped narrow petals of Double Doublet are sure to catch your

attention. Each flower is a bit different, adding to its uniqueness. Watch as the three stems grow, producing as many as a dozen flowers from each bulb.

Enjoy weeks of artistic blooms when you grow Double Aphrodite amaryllis. The ruffled white petals have a narrow red edge and lime green center. The fine red brushstrokes that extend from the petal tips add to this amaryllis’s charm.

Plant your amaryllis bulbs in a quality potting mix with the top half above the soil surface. Grow a single bulb in a pot that is seven to eight inches deep and five to six inches across with drainage holes. Or group several bulbs together in a larger container. Water the potting mix thoroughly and place the container in a cool sunny location. Continue to water thoroughly but only often enough to keep the soil barely moist.

Add a bit of elegance and ease of care by going soilless. Place several inches of pebbles in the bottom of a glass vase or watertight container. Cover the pebbles with water. Set the bulb on top of the pebbles, adding more stones around the bulb to hold it in place. Leave the top one third of the bulb exposed. Add water as needed to maintain the water level just below the bulb.

Now relax and wait a month or more for your amaryllis bulb to wake up and start growing. Water more often once sprouts appear. Enjoy the transformation as the bulb turns into a flowering plant over the next few weeks.

Growing amaryllis indoors will keep you gardening all year long, providing mood-boosting benefits and stress relief. Plus, the colorful blossoms are sure to brighten your winter days.

SWEET ROMANCE Creamy white petals with coral and pink stripes lend Sweet Nymph Amaryllis a romantic charm.

Melinda Myers has written more than 20 gardening books, including the ‘Midwest Gardener’s Handbook, 2nd Edition’ and ‘Small Space Gardening.’ She hosts The Great Courses’ ‘How to Grow Anything’ streaming courses and the nationally syndicated ‘Melinda’s Garden Moment’ radio program. Myers is a columnist and contributing editor for ‘Birds & Blooms’ magazine and her website is MelindaMyers.com.

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Workshop looks at sea level rise in Hayward

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learn about the Hayward Shoreline, the bodies of water at risk for sea level rise. The room was filled with round tables and every seat was taken. Event speakers said they were excited to see so many people attending the event.

Organizations working with Greenbelt Alliance include Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (HARD), East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD), City of Hayward, SCAPE Landscape Architects and many more. They all had a goal of not only preventing sea level rise, but also preserving marshlands and protecting wildlife habitat.

Speakers at the event talked about three projects. The first involves the Hayward Area Shoreline Planning Agency (HASPA), a group of local organizations that advocate for the Hayward Shoreline. The group is a combination of EBRPD, City of Hayward, HARD and Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District. The shoreline includes the bayland area above the San Mateo Bridge.

HASPA worked with landscape architecture and urban design practice SCAPE to create the Hayward Regional Shoreline Adaptation Master Plan in 2021. The plan includes over 20 projects in the Hayward Shoreline that are meant to adapt to sea level rise and climate change.

“What that document really did, looking very closely with the members of

the community, was to develop a vision for a full shoreline adaptation strategy that addresses both sea level rise, habitat enhancement and preservation,” said Hogan Edelburg from SCAPE.

Edelburg said sea level rise is already happening today, through King Tide events. “It’s gonna affect the water system, it’s gonna affect the Bay Trail and recreation. It’s really an amazing and very present stark reminder of what we’re all grappling with as these waters rise,” said Edelburg. “It starts to affect the places that we go and the habitats, and the ecologies that support these animals.”

The second project is the First Mile Project, which is about the construction of a natural levee called a horizontal levee, meant to immerse into natural habitat. After showing a picture of a traditional levee constructed at the Foster City Shoreline, Lindsey Yuen from Studio MLA said that type of levee has its limits.

“Here, we see that this is great, it helps with flood protection and sea level rise, but can it do more?” said Yuen. “I think this is what the horizontal levee project is trying to propose, thinking of that multi-benefit aspect to what we can really be doing when we do work along the shoreline, and others in our collective.

“The horizontal levee concept is thinking about in addition to sea level rise, in addition to flood mitigation, what else can it do,” continued Yuen. “It

Green Friday is Free Park Day

● After Thanksgiving take a hike in local parks with waived entrance fees

By staff

Black is out—green is in! The day after Thanksgiving is Green Friday in the East Bay Regional Parks, as the park district is waiving the usual fees for parking, boat launching and fishing. Admission to Ardenwood Historic Farm is free.

really is a place that you can provide habitat, a place where you can also address water quality.”

The horizontal levee includes a traditional levee but with plants and vegetation growing on it that can support marshlands and treat wastewater. The horizontal levee would be considered the first “living levee.”

The third project is the nature-based solutions project led by the City of Hayward. The project involves converting the Hayward Water Resource Recovery Facility’s former oxidation ponds into treatment wetlands. The project works alongside the horizontal levee project to create more trails for the community.

The audience was a part of the conversation as well. One person asked how the projects can happen without creating breeding grounds for mosquitoes, since the bugs thrive on still water. Another audience member said she never got bit by a mosquito while walking the Sky West Golf course because of natural mosquito control done by birds.

Another person asked how Indigenous people are currently involved in the project, since the Hayward Shoreline was their lifeline. Graham Prentice with the San Francisco Estuary Partnership said they are meeting tribes where they’re at capacity wise. Prentice said the organization had their first site visit a couple of weeks ago.

Dave Mason, public information supervisor for the park district, said, “Green Friday is a great way to spend time with family and friends—connecting with nature, breathing fresh air and letting go of the stresses of everyday life. It’s about filling up our souls in nature instead of draining ourselves and our wallets at the stores.”

Some local hikes include:

Green Friday Gratitude Hike, 10am at Sunol (Drop-in)

Green Friday Hike, 10:30am at Coyote Hills (Drop-in)

Those who want to get a little more involved can join a local cleanup, such as the one at Quarry Lakes in Fremont. Volunteers will remove invasive plants from 9am until noon. Registration is required, and youth under 18 must have a permission slip signed by a parent or guardian. Bring water, gloves and sun protection.

Green Friday Volunteer Opportunity, 9am at Quarry Lakes (registration required)

“East Bay Regional Parks span a stunning range of landscapes, all close to home in the East Bay,” said Mason. People can try activities from games and storytimes at Ardenwood farm to wandering Sunol’s wilderness preserve.

For more information about Green Friday, visit ebparks.org/we-celebrate/green-friday.

The ACWD Connection

Tips to Save Water this Thanksgiving

Make water conservation part of your Thanksgiving tradition by inviting family and friends to participate in these water-saving practices:

• Run the dishwasher only when it is full.

• Scrape food scraps off plates before rinsing.

• Turn off the water while lathering your hands with soap.

• Rinse fruits and vegetables in a bowl to capture excess water.

• Reuse cooking water from pasta, rice and vegetables for plants.

• Pour leftover glasses of water into a bucket and use it for plants.

For more ways to save water, visit acwd.org⁄conserve.

Banter Bookshop holds recommendation night

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Store owner Amy Davis said the event was modeled after ones she saw from publishing houses.

“Our booksellers read all year, we have access to tons of books, so tonight we’re going to share some recommendations,” said Davis. “It may not be their favorite thing that they read, but it’s something they felt they would like to share with all of you.”

Staff speakers not only summarized the plots of the books, they said what caught their interest. For example, Jen King noticed the cookbook Sweet Tooth open to a delicious-looking recipe. She praised how every recipe had

a photo, and said she had successfully cooked several.

Kim Wiegand’s energetic description of Of Monsters and Mainframes highlighted the “cthulhu fish people,” “not one but two AI” and “cheery spider drones.” Davis said The Library of Unruly Treasures was ideal for “middle graders who like a realistic story with a little touch of magical realism.”

People also mentioned content warnings where relevant, such as whether or not a book classified as Young Adult (YA) could still be appropriate for children as young as 12.

With a warm and casual vibe, the book

recommendation night felt like the epitome of why people are drawn to indie bookstores. Learning the specific thematic and style elements that made an impression, hearing the changes in people’s tones as they grew excited or sentimental, or even observing the common traits of books recommended by the same person conveyed much more than a cover or blurb. No wonder people were busy circling their finds on the handout. (The list of titles is also available on the Banter Bookshop website.) Not only is a recommendation night a good way to meet new books; in retrospect, conventional mass marketing can’t compete.

Young children were not neglected by the adult speakers, with many read-aloud board books such as West Coast Wild Baby Animals and Quantum Physics for Babies making the list. In fact a description of The Little Ghost Who Was a Quilt—so popular the store has trouble keeping it stocked for story time—elicited spontaneous applause from the audience for the underdog protagonist.

With the enthusiastic reception, Davis hopes to hold the 2026 recommendation night across the street at the Fremont Downtown Event Center. In the meantime, the store holds weekly story times and a monthly book club. They are also planning three author events in January.

Banter Bookshop

3768 Capitol Ave., Ste F, Fremont

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BayPhil tunes up for ‘Sounds of the Season’

● Holiday concert brings Mariachi Nueva Sangre and Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus

Submitted by Candy Culver

Kick off the holidays on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 3pm as Bay Philharmonic presents The Bay Area’s Best: Sounds of the Season. This beloved annual tradition delivers live entertainment and transforms the Chabot College Performing Arts Center into a musical wonderland—bursting with family-friendly magic, spirited sing-alongs and uplifting performances.

The program marks the debut of 25/26 season guest conductor Alexander Kahn, and delivers many moments of holiday cheer: themes from The Polar Express and The Snowman, a sparkling Broadway holiday medley, Merry-Achi music featuring Mariachi Nueva Sangre and Bay Phil’s orchestra, Hanukkah selections, classic carols and spirituals, a full-ensemble performance of Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus and a joyful sing-along for all.

“This show becomes holiday magic only when we share it—together,” said guest conductor Alexander Kahn. “I can’t wait for you to feel surprised, inspired and filled with the true spirit of the season!”

The Bay Area’s Best: Sounds of the Season

Sunday, Dec. 14

3pm

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Chabot women’s soccer reaches NorCal Playoffs for the first time in 16 years

● Gladiators’ intense first round game lead the teams to faceoff at penalty kicks

By April Ramos

On Nov. 14, Chabot College’s women soccer team secured their spot in the NorCal Regional Playoffs, a feat that hadn’t been done in the last 16 years. The team faced West

Valley College and knew they had to win that game to make it to regionals, a big ask for a team that had only been under the direction of head coach Daniel Chubbock for two years.

Chubbock began coaching at Chabot in 2023, where he had to rebuild the program from the ground up after Chabot didn’t have a team the year prior. “My job initially in 2023 was to get a team,” said Chubbock. “That was the initial goal, just to have a season.”

From rebuilding a team to the moment that would secure Chabot’s name on the playoff list, the Gladiators made it. At 1-1,

with 10 minutes left on the clock, Chabot fought for not only a tie breaker, but three goals in the last 10 minutes of the game with a final win of 4-1.

After that regular season win, the Glads were set to face off against Reedley College (14-7) on their home turf on Nov. 19 in the first round of NorCal Regional Playoffs.

From the whistle Chabot dominated the field, quickly getting two shots on goal in the first two minutes. In the 14th minute Chabot had another shot at goal from across the goalie box, but narrowly missed.

Reedley managed to break away from the defensive position at minute 17, getting a clear shot on Chabot that went over the goal. When Reedley would manage a pass to their attackers, an offside call would follow, a mistake that would happen repeatedly throughout the game.

A slip at the 32nd-minute mark put Chabot’s defender, Nyarah Anderson-Brown #2, on a 1v1 play with Reedley attacker running toward the goal. The pressure from Anderson-Brown forced Reedley a weak shot ultimately blocked by Chabot goalie, Jessie Lighthill #1.

The score was 0-0 at halftime and Chubbock shared the mindset of the team. “We knew that Reedley is a very good team and it was going to be a real battle,” said Chubbock. “But we believed we could win it.”

Entering the second half, Reedley picked up their pace and found moments for shots early, getting three shots on the goal in the first 20 minutes, one hitting the top post.

At minute 70, Chabot got a set piece just outside the goalie box. Abigail Lopez #6, took the shot to the top left of the goal narrowly being blocked by Reedley’s goalie.

Still at 0-0, the game went into overtime where both teams created plays for chances at a goal but ultimately couldn’t close the delivery, sending them to penalty kicks. “Two hours of soccer and they still couldn’t figure out a winner,” said Chubbock. “It was that close, that intense.”

After six rounds of penalty kicks, Chabot took the loss 4-3, marking the end of the game and the season.

“It takes a lot of courage to step up and take a penalty kick. That walk from the halfway line to the penalty spot feels like a lifetime,” said Chubbock. “I would never ever criticize someone that steps up to take a penalty, whether they score or miss, they were brave enough to do it. I’m proud of the ones that took them.”

Although the team’s season is over, the school’s name has been put in the eye of the regional map again after over 15 years. Chubbock has no doubt that this milestone is just the beginning of a new trend for the Chabot women’s soccer team.

“Obviously, the game plan next year is to get beyond the first round [of playoffs],” said Chubbock. “It’ll be a big ask, but that is who we want Chabot to be. Not making playoffs every 16 years, but can we be a school who can make playoffs every year?”

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Downtown Hayward is turning a new leaf this fall

● New cafe and bakery come to downtown and city readies for tree lighting

By Nick Yoo, assistant district manager of the Downtown Hayward Improvement Association

As the holiday season approaches, Downtown Hayward is embracing the festive spirit with new improvements, exciting events and the arrival of fresh local businesses.

New updates to the neighborhood

The Downtown Hayward Improvement Association (DHIA) is welcoming the fall season through a series of beautification projects designed to bring warmth and color to the neighborhood. Visitors strolling along Foothill Boulevard will notice upgraded hanging baskets filled with fall-inspired florals and greenery. In addition, the string lights lining the area in front of Century Theatres will glow in rich autumn tones of brown, red, green and yellow, creating a cozy, festive atmosphere just in time for the holidays.

New business

Downtown Hayward continues to evolve as a hub for local entrepreneurship, with new businesses joining the community and adding new flavors and experiences.

One of the newest arrivals is Sugarmama Sugarcane, a unique beverage shop bringing a taste of freshly pressed sugarcane juice to the Bay Area. The shop will offer a range of creative flavor combinations, blending sugarcane with fruits and herbs. Sugarmama Sugarcane aims to become a go-to destination for

Dear Elpis: There are mobility issues at my organization

● How to improve professionally while feeling stuck in a job

By Asha Makur

Dear Elpis

I am a mid career level senior software engineer with around 15 years of work experience in the Bay Area. There are political concerns in my org; my manager is on a performance improvement plan. My skip level is a micro manager, and honestly I am shocked that my very popular manager is on a performance improvement plan. I am on a visa; given the job market, moving to a different company is not really an option.

periods, the best investment you can make is in yourself. Here are a few concrete ways to do that:

1. Expand your network–locally and globally

anyone seeking a healthy alternative to traditional sugary drinks.

Another highly anticipated addition is Concha Dreams, a beloved local bakery known for crafting some of the best handmade conchas in the Bay Area. After years of delighting customers through pop-ups and special events, Concha Dreams has found a permanent home right in front of Dirty Bird Lounge, transforming the cozy café space into a welcoming spot for coffee and pastries. Visitors can soon enjoy conchas fresh from the oven paired with coffee made with premium beans.

Coming up next

Downtown Hayward is ready to shine as the community gathers for Light Up the Season on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 4 to 8pm. Presented by the City of Hayward, the Hayward Chamber of Commerce and the Bay Area Backyard Movement, this beloved annual event will turn the City Hall plaza into a festive hub of lights, music and holiday cheer. The celebration will highlight winter traditions from cultures around the world, including Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Las Posadas and the Winter Solstice.

Guests can explore the Winter Night Market, featuring local artisans, global cuisine and handmade holiday goods, while enjoying live performances and family-friendly activities throughout the evening. The night will wrap up with a tree lighting ceremony.

For the latest updates on Downtown Hayward Improvement Association, please visit us at downtownhayward.com and follow us on Instagram @DowntownHayward, and Facebook @DowntownHaywardCA

I feel stuck in my current org because there are almost no advancement opportunities. Each year new reasons (and I want to say excuses) are given to me for not granting me my promotion. Some of these are designed to be unattainable (what have you done to change the company? To go to the next level, you need to perform and assume the role of the CTO of a small startup.) Any achievements that were goals agreed upon are now downplayed as “part of your job.”

There are no opportunities for internal mobility either since they are now hiring in lower cost geographies abroad. How can I keep myself motivated? Do you suggest I move out completely? I do want to succeed in this company if given a choice.

Dear Reader,

Just as hiring has slowed in recent years, so too has upward mobility. While I encourage you to continue working closely with your management, performing at your best and understanding your company’s policies, it is important to remember that during slower market

While I encourage you to continue working closely with your management, performing at your best and understanding your company’s policies, it is important to remember that during slower market periods, the best investment you can make is in yourself

Silicon Valley, in particular, has a strong culture of connection and mentorship. Set monthly goals to reconnect with a few old contacts and meet new ones. This will not only increase your visibility but also expose you to fresh ideas and opportunities.

Silicon Valley, in particular, has a strong culture of connection and mentorship. Set monthly goals to reconnect with a few old contacts and meet new ones.

2. Build technical skills

Join social media groups or professional communities in your current field, adjacent domains or emerging areas. Many companies offer learning and development benefits, which we tend to forget about. Always use those benefits and find a course or opportunity that will improve your skills.

3. Develop leadership competencies

At this stage in your career, leadership is just as crucial as technical ability. Read books on topics such as delegation, ownership, giving and receiving feedback and team management. Look for workshops—whether company-sponsored or self-funded—that focus on leadership development, presentation skills and executive presence.

Regards, Elpis

Dear Elpis is a fully anonymous career advice column specially designed for Silicon Valley professionals. You can submit your questions at dearelpis.com/submit.

© 2025 Asha Makur. All rights reserved.

Trees glow for the holidays

● Local cities hold tree-lighting ceremonies

By staff

Usually, we discourage lighting trees up around the East Bay. Fire season is real, and can reach into late November, although the rain this year will help with managing dry grass. However, when it comes to safe electric bulbs and Christmas trees, the story is different. Downtown areas and shopping centers are scheduling their own tree-lighting events, combined with festivals and parties.

Niles will have their traditional Festival of Lights Parade the Friday after Thanksgiving, with a festival starting that afternoon and the parade kicking off at 6:30pm. This year, 60 unique floats will join.

Festival of Lights Parade

Friday, Nov. 28

6pm; Tree lighting ceremony

Along Niles Blvd., Fremont nilesfestivaloflightsparade.org

Pacific Commons will have a holiday celebration and tree lighting the

Saturday after Thanksgiving. Kids can enjoy photos with Santa, face painting and train rides.

Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting

Saturday, Nov. 29

5 - 8pm

6pm; Tree-lighting ceremony

Next to Market Broiler pacificcommons.com

San Leandro will hold It’s a Wonderful Night on the first Friday of December. In addition to the tree lighting, the event will include a holiday vendor market, holiday train, kids crafts, photos with Santa and live entertainment on the main stage.

It’s a Wonderful Night

Friday, Dec. 5

5 - 9pm

5:30pm; Tree lighting ceremony

Estudillo Plaza

Estudillo Ave. @ E. 14th St., San Leandro downtownsanleandro.com/ special-events

Fremont will hold their second Holidays at the Plaza the same day—it’s a busy weekend for tree lightings. Food trucks, cookie decorating and a holiday market will come to the downtown event center plaza. Santa won’t be there, but the Grinch will!

Holidays at the Plaza

Friday, Dec. 5

5 - 9pm

Downtown Event Center plaza

3500 Capitol Ave., Fremont fremont.gov/Home/Components/ Calendar/Event/3640

Milpitas in Santa Clara County will hold their tree lighting at Civic Center Plaza. Kids can enjoy hot cocoa and s’mores, crafts and photos with Santa. Milpitas Community Concert Band will play!

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Friday, Dec. 5

7 - 9pm

Civic Center Plaza

457 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas milpitas.gov/1163/Tree-LightingCeremony

Hayward’s Light up the Season comes to downtown that Saturday, with singing and dance performances from student groups, a holiday market with food vendors and a ferris wheel.

Hayward Light up the Season

Saturday, Dec. 6

4 - 8pm

5pm; Tree lighting ceremony

City Hall Plaza

777 B St., Hayward hayward-ca.gov/community-events/ light-up-the-season

Small Business

Small Business

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 29

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 29

SHOP YOUR FAVORITE LOCAL MERCHANTS AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT

SHOP YOUR FAVORITE LOCAL MERCHANTS AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT

JOIN US AT

HOLIDAYS

As Thanksgiving approaches, we’re flooded with holi Monday. But between these major shopping days is on Small Business Saturday. It’s a chance to support t

As Thanksgiving approaches, we’re flooded with holiday ads—from Black Friday to Cyber Monday. But between these major shopping days is one that deserves our attention: Small Business Saturday. It’s a chance to support the local shops and restaurants that make Fremont unique.

Fremont’ economy and help define our city’s character. With employing over 27,000 people—about one in four loca

M on d Sma l l Fremont econo employ

As Thanksgiving approaches, we’re flooded with holiday ads—from Black Friday to Cyber Monday. But between these major shopping days is one that deserves our attention: Small Business Saturday. It’s a chance to support the local shops and restaurants that Fremont’s small businesses are the heart of our community. They strengthen our local economy and help define our city’s character. With more than 3,400 small businesses employing over 27,000 people—about one in four local jobs—they play a vital role in our

Fremont’s small businesses are the heart of our community. They strengthen our local economy and help define our city’s character. With more than 3,400 small businesses employing over 27,000 people—about one in four local jobs—they play a vital role in our daily lives.

HOLIDAYS AT THE PLAZA

AT THE PLAZA

DECEMBER 5 | 5:00 - 9:00PM

DECEMBER 5 | 5:00 - 9:00PM

DOWNTOWN EVENT CENTER: 3500 CAPITOL AVE, FREMONT, CA JOIN US AT

DOWNTOWN EVENT CENTER: 3500 CAPITOL AVE., FREMONT, CA

FESTIVE EATS AND DRINKS FOR EVERYONE

HOLIDAY MARKET WITH LOCAL SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS

WINTER ACTIVITIES, PHOTO BOOTH, AND GINGERBREAD COOKIE DECORATING

WINTER ACTIVITIES, PHOTO BOOTH, AND GINGERBREAD COOKIE DECORATING

TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY, MUSIC, AND A SPECIAL APPEARANCE FROM THE GRINCH

TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY, MUSIC, AND A SPECIAL APPEARANCE FROM THE GRINCH

These businesses continue to face challenges, from rising costs to staffing shortages, and our support truly matters. This Small Business Saturday, and throughout the year, choose to shop local. Visit a favorite Fremont business—or discover a new one to support.

These businesses continue to face challenges, from rising costs to staffing shortages, and our support truly matters. This Small Business Saturday, and throughout the year, choose to shop local. Visit a favorite Fremont business—or discover a new one to support.

These businesses continue to face challenges, from ris ing costs to staffing shortages, and our support truly matters. This Small Business Satu rday, and throughout the year, choose to shop local Visit a favorite Fremont business or discover a new one to support

These businesses continue to face challenges, from rising costs to staffing shortages, and our support truly matters. This Small Business Saturday, and throughout the year, choose to shop local. Visit a favorite Fremont business—or discover a new one to support.

Give Hope This Holiday Season

The holidays can be a time of joy, but for many in our community, they can also bring hardship. Through the City’s Giving Hope program, you can make a meaningful difference by sponsoring the wish list of a family or older adult utilizing Human Services programs. When you give, you’re not just providing

a gift, you’re offering dignity, care, and connection. You’ll receive a wish list, shop with intention, and we’ll ensure your gift is delivered respectfully.

Learn more and get involved at: city.fremont.gov/givinghope.

Got a holiday shopping list as long as an elf’s wish list? Ensure all your gifts get home safe and sound! The Fremont Police Department has a few jolly tips to keep your holiday shopping merry and bright:

• Always park in a well-lit area.

• Never leave your purse or any valuables in a shopping cart.

• When returning to your car, look in

and around your car while approaching it and/or before getting in.

• Do not leave packages or valuables in your car where they can be seen. If you must leave something in the car, lock it in the trunk or put it out of sight before you reach your destination.

• Stay alert and always be aware of your surroundings.

Historical Holiday Tours

Join the City of Fremont this holiday season for Historical Holiday Tours at the Patterson House at Ardenwood Historic Farm! Step back in time and experience early 1900s holiday traditions as costumed docents guide you through 14 beautifully decorated rooms inside the restored Queen Anne–style mansion.

A variety of tours are offered and admission is included to Ardenwood Historic Farm, where you can picnic, meet the animals, and explore the grounds. You can also enjoy the magic after dark with our Twilight Time Holiday Open House, a special evening experience featuring the house glowing in festive holiday charm after the farm has closed.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/PattersonHouseFremont

TRI-CITY STARGAZER

BY GEORGIA NICOLS www.georgianicols.com.

All Signs: This week from Monday to Wednesday, the energy is fabulous! Everyone will be full of hope and enthusiasm. Romance will shine! However, Thursday and Black Friday are days that are fraught with tension. Fortunately, the weekend bounces back with romantic energy. Focus on enriching family relationships as well as romantic connections. And remember the motto: “Omnia vincit amor,” which means “Love conquers all.”

Aries the Ram (March 21-April 20): You’ll be in your element for the first three days this week because this is the perfect time to break free of routine. Powerful vibes on Monday and Tuesday lead to a Grand Trine between Venus, Jupiter and Saturn on Wednesday, which supports home, family and romance. Behind-the-scenes planning and research will pay off. Unfortunately, Thursday and Friday are tense. But the weekend bounces back with opportunities to socialize and relax on a dreamy Sunday. Opportunities to explore medicine, the law and publishing will be plentiful in the next four weeks.

Taurus the Bull (April 21-May 20): Old friends and ex-partners are back in your world, or in your thoughts because Mercury retrograde is opposite your sign. Fortunately, fair Venus is also opposite your sign paving the way for warm relations with those close to you. In fact, the first three days of this week are wonderfully supportive to partnerships and friendships. Your people skills will shine! This is also a great time to wrap up old business. Tread carefully on Thursday and Friday— unfortunate for Thanksgiving; but the weekend is promising again. Surprises on Saturday might trigger bold action.

Gemini the Twins (May 21-June 20): For the next four weeks, the Sun is opposite your sign, as far away from you as it can get all year. Because the Sun is your source of energy, this means you’ll need more sleep. Meanwhile, Monday and Tuesday are full of enthusiasm leading up to a great Wednesday, with a Grand Trine between Venus, Jupiter and Saturn. Everything related to your work and health will be blessed. You might get a raise. Relations

with coworkers will be excellent. Ironically, with Mars opposite your sign, you’re easily annoyed with people close to you. Life has its contradictions.

Cancer the Crab (June 21-July 21):

This is a powerful week because an amazing Grand Trine between Venus, lucky Jupiter and Saturn will take place on Wednesday. And you are part of this formula because lucky Jupiter is in your sign. Monday and Tuesday are full of optimism and hope, leading up to Wednesday, which is full of blessings, bringing travel opportunities, plus favorable outcomes with medicine, the law, higher education and publishing. Activities with children will bring joy. However, Thursday and Friday are tense. Fortunately, the weekend bounces back with romance and tenderness.

Leo the Lion (July 22-August 22):

For the next four weeks, the Sun is in one of the most playful parts of your chart urging you to socialize, enjoy the arts and explore romantic connections. You’ll have the confidence to be yourself. And you’ll be pumped with energy. At the beginning of this week, you’ll be optimistic. By Wednesday, everything comes together, gracing your family with joy. This is a lovely day to entertain family members you haven’t seen for a while. However, Thursday and Friday are challenging; but things soften again with a mellow weekend.

Virgo the Virgin (August 23-September 22):

Home and family are your focus for the next four weeks. Activity and chaos on the home front require your attention. Fortunately, your ability to communicate has never been better. This week you’ll delight others with your wit. Enjoy short trips, conversations, appointments, errands and socializing on Monday and Tuesday. On Wednesday, there’s a fabulous Grand Trine with Venus, Jupiter and Saturn that will promote short trips and conversations, as well as productive interactions with partners. Admittedly, Thursday and Friday are a train wreck. But the weekend bounces back beautifully.

Libra the Scales (September 23-October 22):

You’re busy in the next four weeks with short trips, reading, writing and studying plus errands and appointments. But it’s a happy busy. Monday and Tuesday will be sociable and productive; and on Wednesday, a beautiful Grand Trine between lucky Jupiter, fair Venus and Saturn will boost your Money House, your House of Employment and your reputation. Use the beginning of this week to boost your earnings or buy something that pleases you. Work-related travel is likely. Thursday and Friday are challenging. The weekend bounces back nicely.

Scorpio the Scorpion (October 23-November 21):

For the next four weeks, focus on money, earnings and cash flow. Finances are the external aspects of this new influence.

Internally, you will think about your values. It’s important to know what matters to you so that you can make the right decisions. Wise people have said the purpose of life is to be happy. The question then is what makes you happy. The first three days of this week are fabulous, especially Wednesday. However, Thursday and Friday might disappoint. Fear not because the weekend bounces back in fine form. Romance, the arts, travel and education are blessed.

Sagittarius the Archer (November 22-December 21):

This is the only time all year when the Sun is in your sign for four weeks, recharging your batteries for the rest of year. In fact, fiery Mars joins the Sun, causing you to attract people to you as you project yourself with dazzling energy. Meanwhile, the first two days of this week are upbeat, hopeful and enthusiastic—leading to Wednesday when a fabulous Grand Trine occurs with your ruler Jupiter, plus Venus and Saturn—all blessing your home and family. Money and practical resources might come to you in unexpected ways.

Capricorn the Goat (December 22-January 19):

Your birthday is looming, which means your personal year is ending. In the next four weeks, you’re in limbo waiting for your birthday to arrive. Actually, this is the perfect time to jot down some goals for your year ahead. Goals give you a clearer focus on what’s important. This week Monday and Tuesday are upbeat. Wednesday will be fabulous because a Grand Trine is happening with your ruler Saturn, lucky Jupiter and fair Venus. This promotes smooth relations with everyone. Admittedly, Thursday and Friday are challenging. Fortunately, the weekend bounces back with gentle charm.

Aquarius the Water Bearer (January 20-February 18):

Aquarius is the sign of friendship. Happily, the next four weeks will be the most popular of the year for you. Expect to be involved with friends, clubs and organizations. Monday and Tuesday are beautifully supportive—a great time to be productive and set objectives. On Wednesday, a Grand Trine occurs between Saturn, Venus and Jupiter promoting your health, job, finances and reputation. You’ll look marvelous in the eyes of everyone.

Pisces the Fish (February 19-March 20):

This is a wonderful week for you because the first two days are full of promise. Then on Wednesday, a gorgeous Grand Trine occurs between Venus, lucky Jupiter and Saturn —currently in your sign. This is a wonderful blessing. It encourages social outings, sports events, enjoyable times spent with children and a chance to pursue travel and education. You can expect positive results in medical and legal matters. People will respect your drive and ambition. Unfortunately, Thursday and Friday are tough. However, the weekend is romantic— a bit erratic—and dreamy. Note: You’ll make an excellent impression on everyone for the next four weeks.

Ohlone College continues home streak against San Joaquin Delta College

● The Renegades start the season with a hot streak of 5-1 overall

Submitted by Jordan Lee

Ohlone College men’s basketball beat Big 8 Conference rival San Joaquin Delta College 103-55 on Wednesday, Nov. 19 at Epler Gymnasium. The Ohlone Renegades move to a 5-1 overall record after a narrow loss last week on the road to Merritt College, 72-67.

Leading with 24 points by sophomore Kevin London, the Renegades also showcased their top ranked defense on the other end. Kiratraj Sanghera had multiple monster blocks and has been one of the state leaders in blocks all season as a redshirt freshman.

The Renegades and Mustangs were close through the early stages of the first half until Ohlone College expanded the lead from eight to 30 in the final minutes of the first half.

Ohlone College continues its home stretch against Napa Valley College on Saturday, Nov. 22 at Epler Gymnasium at Ohlone’s Fremont campus. For results on Saturday’s game visit ohloneathletics.com.

GAME ON For the 2026 season, practices begin in February, and games begin in March.

Union City National is looking for young female and male ballers

● Early bird registration is open through Dec. 1

Submitted by Kelsey Camello, for UCNLL

The 67th season of baseball and softball are ahead for Union City and the surrounding area’s youth. Registration for Union City National Little League is officially open for the 2026 season. There is an early bird price promotion through Dec. 1, 2025— don’t miss out!

Baseball Divisions: Seniors, Juniors, 50/70, Majors, Minor A, Minor B, T-Ball. Softball Divisions: 14U, 12U, 10U, 8U, 6U.

Last year, two divisions reached full capacity—the league is encouraging families to register early to secure spots and take advantage of the early bird savings. Typically, practices begin in February and games begin in March.

Link to register: leagues.bluesombrero.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1559717 Questions? Email UCNationalLL@gmail.com

You’re never too young or too old to play on the diamond!

Newspaper reports are good ways to record history. They can be read in the future to remind people of things that have happened in the past.

When families gather for Thanksgiving, there is often a lot a sharing of news about each other’s lives. But, if no

one writes it down, these things could get forgotten over time.

This week’s Kid Scoop page can help you design a family newspaper front page that records your family’s news and create memories you will treasure in the future.

Let’s Make Headlines!

What was the biggest family news that was reported by someone in your family at your Thanksgiving gathering?

This will be the top story in your newspaper. Interview family members for answers to WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN and WHY for this story.

Write a headline for the story. Be sure the headline is catchy, but most importantly

Design Your Newspaper

How many di erences can you nd between these two family portraits?

Funniest Family Story

Can you circle at least 10 silly things in this picture?

Turkey Day Survey

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Fremont Coin Club

Established 1971, meets 2nd Tues in person 7 pm, meets 4th Tues with Zoom 7 pm, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 38801 Blacow Rd., Fremont. Guests always welcome, enjoy show n tells, drawings, auction, refreshments. www.fremontcoinclub.org, 510-366-1365

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Retired men! Come and have lunch on us and join the best retiree group in Fremont! We meet at the Fremont Elks Lodge at noon on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. In addition to engaging and entertaining luncheon programs and fabulous conversation we offer a veritable plethora of activities for retired men: Golf, Bocce Ball, Poker, Bowling, Walking, Bridge, Couples Wine Tasting, Music and much, much more. Call, write or email for your free lunch! Membership Chairman Sir Rob Ingebretson, 48232 Cottonwood Street, Fremont, CA 94539, robingy@comcast.net, 510-657-7828.

Mission Peak Unitarian Universalist Congregation Welcomes You

We are a spiritual community of open minds, nurturing growth and healing in ourselves and all people. Together we strive to live compassionately and courageously to build a nonviolent, just and sustainable world- goals that are increasingly threatened in America today. We welcome you and your family. Programming for children at the same time as Service, on 2nd and 3rd Sundays of the month. We meet Sundays at 10 a.m. in Cole Hall, 2950 Washington Blvd., in Fremont and online at www.mpuuc.org/zoom

National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE)

Protecting and preserving your Federal Benefits. Meets at 11:00am on the 4th Friday of every month. Come meet fellow federal employees both active and retired, discuss developments regarding your benefits, share your experiences and knowledge and get involved. For meeting details: leave a message for Kathy 510-825-1183. For NARFE info: www.NARFE.org or 800-456-8410 (5:00am-2:00pm PT M-F)

Niles Rotary Club of Fremont

Join local leaders dedicated to “Service Above Self”. Connect, serve, and make a difference in our community and worldwide. Weekly lunch meetings every Thursday at 12:00 PM, 2500 Mowry Avenue, Fremont, CA 94538. Learn more or visit us at www.nilesrotary.org.

Siminoff Daylight Masonic Lodge No. 850

Meets on 2nd Monday of every month, at 1:30 PM in Siminoff Masonic Center on campus of Masonic Homes of California, 34400 Mission Blvd., Union City, CA 94587, 510-476-4825

Tri-Cities Women’s Club

Meets on the third Tuesday, Elk’s Club on Farwell Drive, 9:15 - Cards & Games, 11:30 - Lunch, 1:00 - Program & Meeting Group meeting monthly/bimonthly: bridge, lunch bunch, Rummikub, bocce ball & book club. For more information call 510-673-0877

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Crossword

Newark

Police Log

● Two residents reported being scammed for $200,000 and $400,000

By staff

Monday, Oct. 27

• At 12:04am, officers responded to a collision near Newark Blvd. and Thornton Ave. A 21-year-old female was arrested for driving under the influence and was booked into Santa Rita Jail.

• At 12:43pm, Officer Jackman investigated an investment scam via Facebook. The reported loss is approximately $400,000.

Tuesday, Oct. 28

• At 12:31am, while conducting a security check in the area, officers located a vehicle doing donuts in the Newpark Mall parking lot. An 18-yearold male was cited for reckless driving and his vehicle was impounded for 30 days.

• At 7:55pm, Community Service Officer (CSO) Mora investigated a vehicle burglary near Balentine Dr. and Mowry School Rd. The lockbox was tampered with and reported loss included a security camera.

Saturday, Nov. 1

• At 2:22pm, Officer Lomeli investigated an imposter scam. The reported loss is over $200,000 in cash.

Sunday, Nov. 2

• At 12:01am, Officers Losier and Shaffer conducted a pedestrian stop near Cedar Blvd. and Balentine Dr. A 42-year-old male was arrested for outstanding warrants and possession of narcotics. He was transported and booked into Santa Rita Jail.

• At 6:40am, while conducting a security check near Thornton Ave. and Blacow Rd. Officer Ansari located and arrested a 51-year-old male for outstanding warrants. He was transported and booked into Santa Rita Jail.

• At 9:06pm, Officer Kim conducted a traffic enforcement stop near Thornton Ave. and Magnolia St. The driver, a 27-year-old male was arrested for outstanding warrants and possession of a firearm. He was transported and booked into Santa Rita Jail.

Sudoku

5 2 2 1 4 8 3 6 3 4 2 9 5 7 8 7 7 5 9 6 1 2 7 1

Across

2 Colors (4)

6 Halloween correspondent? (11)

9 Wait to vote, say (5,2,4)

10 Dermal decorator (9)

15 “Buy Krugerrands. It’s a ___” (6,11)

16 “That hurt!” (2)

18 More sizeable: Abbr. (3)

19 Did not react calmly at all (4,9)

21 “No kidding!” (2)

22 Affect (2,2)

23 Feature of some watches (5,6-4)

24 Dorothy’s aunt (2-)

27 Drilling tool (5,3,3)

28 Continental philosopher Pascal (6)

29 “Bye” (4)

30 Works in the garden (4)

31 Alternative to .doc (3)

32 Ulterior motive (6,6)

35 Ecol., e.g. (3)

36 Con (4)

37 Sugar source (5)

39 Containing element #34 (7)

41 Gibbon, for one (3)

43 Jewish eve (4)

45 Indian royal (8)

48 Club bread (4)

50 Brit. mil. award (3)

52 Evil Aesir member (4)

53 Pool site, maybe (4)

54 Element #2’s symbol (2)

55 Therefore (2)

Down

1 Choosing (6)

2 “Moll Flanders” author (6,5)

3 Social protocols (10)

4 The world, in Latin phrases (4)

5 Intricateness (9,6)

6 Begin to score (with) (3,2,5,4)

7 Band performance (3)

8 “Captain ___” (1986 Michael Jackson role) (2)

11 Performs cunnilingus on, slangily (3)

12 Eliciting a “So what?” (2,2,11)

13 Between ___. (6,3,9)

14 As a remembrance (3,3,5,4)

17 Unfair hiring practice (6,4)

20 It’s always sold in mint condition (6)

25 Boo-boos (8)

26 Spring section (7)

33 Gloomy, in poetry (5)

34 Compass dir. (3)

38 Big time (3)

40 Pooch in TV’s “Topper” (4)

42 University conferral (3)

44 Study, say (4)

45 2100 (3)

46 Bat wood (3)

47 Part of “be” (2)

49 Grinder (3)

51 I give you __ word (2)

Check back next week for answers!

ACTIVITIES&EVENTS

WED NOV. 26

Thanksgiving Eve Worship: Come together for worship to give thanks, reflect and celebrate the blessings in our lives. All are welcome to participate in this uplifting service of gratitude and community. Prince of Peace Ministries, 38451 Fremont Blvd., Fremont. 7pm, facebook.com.

THU NOV. 27

Swim Now, Gobble Later: Join us for our annual lap swimming event. Participants will have the opportunity to burn off some calories prior to their Thanksgiving Day feast. Lap lanes will be designated for lap swimming only. Registration is required. Boys & Girls Club Pool, 2200 San Leandro Boulevard, San Leandro. 8am-12pm. sanleandro.org.

Thanksgiving at Massimo’s: Celebrate Thanksgiving with family and friends at Massimo’s. Enjoy a three-course menu featuring traditional favorites. 5200 Mowry Avenue Suite M., Fremont. 12pm, facebook.com.

THANKSGIVING DAY FEAST: Skip the stress. Bring the appetite. We’re

serving up an ALL-DAY feast Thursday. Saki’s Spin A Yarn Restaurant, 45915 Warm Springs Blvd., Fremont. 12-8pm, facebook.com.

Volunteer with Niles Canyon Railway: Niles Canyon Railway is looking for volunteers for all levels of skill and experience. Niles Canyon Railway, 6 Kilkare Rd., Sunol. 10am, ncry.org.

SAT NOV. 29

4 Lads From Liverpool: Get ready to take a musical journey back to the 1960s and beyond with 4 Lads from Liverpool, one of the most authentic and highly acclaimed Beatles tribute experiences. Historic BAL Theatre, 14808 East 14th Street, San Leandro. 7pm.

Hayward Farmers Market: The Hayward Market features over 35 farmers, food purveyors and artisans selling. Hayward Farmers Market, 777 B St., Hayward. 9am-1pm. hayward.librarycalendar.com.

Live Music with Latin Guitarist Rolando Morales: Get ready for a night filled with rhythm, flavor, and soul. Join us for Live Music with Latin Guitarist Rolando

Morales — his final performance of 2025. 5200 Mowry Avenue Suite M, Fremont. 5am. facebook.com.

Paint n Sip: “Cocktail Time”: Let’s celebrate this season with a cocktail. Made for beginners. Party time with us. Artist Center, 3742 Castro Valley Blvd., Castro Valley. 5-8pm, eventbrite.com.

Silents on Saturday Night: Dr. Henry Jekyll experiments with scientific means of revealing the hidden, dark side of man and releases a murderer from within himself. Niles Film Museum, 37415 Niles Blvd., Fremont. 7:30pm. facebook.com.

Winter Wonderland Crafting: Join us for a special crafting program where children will help make decorations to hang up in the library. Fremont Library, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont. 1-3pm, facebook.com.

MON DEC. 1

Candlelight Vigil: Please join us for our annual outdoor interfaith candlelight vigil - co-hosted with St. James’ Episcopal Church - to memorialize members of the homeless community we lost this year. Saint James’ Episcopal

Church, 37183 St James St., Fremont 6pm, facebook.com.

TUE DEC. 2

Holiday Cookies with the Cops: Join us for a festive evening with Santa and Friends! Enjoy decorating cookies and ornaments, hot cocoa, popcorn, games, and more. SLPD Front Courtyard, 901 E.14th Street, San Leandro. 5:308:30pm, sanleandro.org.

Holiday Mansion Lighting with H.A.R.D.: H.A.R.D. invites you to celebrate the season at our historical mansions adorned with dazzling lights. Rain or shine - Enjoy free, family-friendly events featuring live entertainment, festive music, crafts, and cozy refreshments to embrace the holiday season. Mt. Eden Mansion will be open for tours. Mount Eden Park, 2451 W Tennyson Rd., Hayward. 5:30pm. facebook.com.

Niles Canyon Railway Holiday Train of Lights: Roll into the holiday season with this beloved Bay Area holiday event: the Niles Canyon Railway Holiday Train of Lights! Niles Canyon Train of Lights, Fremont. 4-7pm, facebook.com.

Birth Marriage

Birth Marriage

Communities unite for ‘Scouting for Food’ drive

● Record-breaking drive collects 50,000 pounds of food

Submitted by Eve Marie Little

In a year when so many families are struggling to make ends meet, Bay Area residents proved that compassion thrives even in difficult times. During the annual Scouting for Food drive—hosted by Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America)—communities across the region opened their doors, their cupboards and their hearts, helping the effort reach unprecedented success during the third week of November.

Throughout the greater San Francisco area, thousands of Scout volunteers took to the streets, going door to door under crisp autumn skies. With determination and kindness, young scouts and volunteers collected, sorted and delivered donations to the Alameda County Community Food Bank and other local pantries. Their tireless effort, paired with the overwhelming generosity of local residents, will bring comfort and nourishment to countless families this holiday season.

Don Uriu, the program’s Scout leader for the Tri-City area, shared his gratitude. “Thanks to the generosity of our neighbors in Newark, Union City and Fremont, we collected 25% more food than last year—nearly 50,000 pounds. It is incredibly humbling to witness so many people opening their hearts and pantries to help others.”

This remarkable outpouring of support comes during a moment of deep

need. Ongoing changes to the SNAP program, rising costs of living and the effects of recent food tariffs have placed immense pressure on families throughout the Bay Area. As Thanksgiving approaches—a season centered around sharing and togetherness—the community’s kindness could not have been more timely.

Regi Young, the executive director of the Alameda County Community Food Bank, emphasized the importance of this moment. “This year continues to be particularly challenging times for families dealing with hunger and food insecurities, and we are thankful for our scouts’ work to ensure our neighbors have food on the table for their loved ones, especially during these holidays.”

The Scouting for Food drive began as a single Eagle Scout project in 1981 and has grown into one of the country’s most impactful and enduring community service traditions. These days, this campaign stands as a powerful reminder that, even in uncertain times, kindness, unity and community spirit continue to shine.

For more information about supporting local food distribution efforts or participating in next year’s drive, contact the Alameda County Community Food Bank at accfb.org or Scouting America at goldengatescouting.org.

LIFE CORNERSTONES

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Fremont Chapel of the Roses (510) 797-1900

Fremont Chapel of the Roses (510) 797-1900

(510) 797-1900

1940 Peralta Blvd., Fremont www.fremontchapeloftheroses.com FD1007

1940 Peralta Blvd., Fremont www.fremontchapeloftheroses.com

1940 Peralta Blvd., Fremont www.fremontchapeloftheroses.com

Berge • Pappas • Smith

Berge • Pappas • Smith Chapel of the Angels

Chapel of the Angels (510) 656-1226

Berge • Pappas Chapel of the (510) 656-1226

510-656-1226

40842 Fremont Blvd, Fremont www.bergepappassmith.com

40842 Fremont Blvd, www.bergepappassmith.com

40842 Fremont Blvd, Fremont www.bergepappassmith.com

Shobha Dadlani

Resident of Hayward

Keith Winner

October 24, 1944 – November 20, 2025

Fremont Memorial Chapel (510) 793-8900

Fremont Memorial Chapel (510) 793-8900

Fremont Memorial Chapel (510) 793-8900

3723 Peralta Blvd. Fremont www.fremontmemorialchapel.com

3723 Peralta Blvd. Fremont www.fremontmemorialchapel.com

3723 Peralta Blvd. Fremont www.fremontmemorialchapel.com

James J. Yu

Resident of San Jose

January 8, 1929 – November 16, 2025

Jing Li Yu

Chi Yan Lee

Resident of Fremont

Jing Li Yu

Resident of San Leandro

Resident of Fremont

June 13, 1939 – November 15, 2025

January 21, 1961 – May 14, 2024

Carlos H. Solorzano

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

January 21, 1961 – May 14, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Resident of Union City

July 28, 1933 – November 14, 2025

Celia Pina

Lillian Valentin

Resident of El Paso, Texas

Lillian Valentin

Resident of Fremont

June 23, 1935 – October 30, 2025

Ron Onate

February 27, 1962 – May 11, 2024

Resident of Fremont

Resident of Union City

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

April 13, 1963 – November 9, 2025

February 27, 1962 – May 11, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Fong Lee

Resident of Fremont

Carlos Perez De Leon

July 21, 1940 – November 9, 2025

David Maciel

Resident of Union City

Carlos Perez De Leon

Resident of Newark

Keith Winner Resident of Newark

Resident of Newark

Sister Geraldine Michaela O’Connor

March 20, 1954 – May 23,

March 20, 1954 – May

Resident of Fremont

April 17, 1940 – November 19, 2025

Martin Hernandez

Martin Hernandez

Ratna Bhatia

Resident of Fremont

Resident of Hayward

January 12, 1968 – May 23,

March 9, 1963 – November 19, 2025

Resident of Hayward January 12, 1968 – May

Paulino Reyes Resident of Fremont

Jeannette Frary

Jeannette Frary

July 27, 1940 – November 18, 2025

Resident of Fremont

Resident of Fremont

July 5, 1941 – May 22, 2024

Roel Perez

July 5, 1941 – May 22,

Resident of Atwater

December 20, 1954 – November 17, 2025

Kumar Banerjea

Sam Kho

Resident of Mt. View

Kumar Banerjea

Resident of Union City

October 11, 1954 – November 17, 2025

Resident of Mt. View July 31,1930 – May 22,

July 31,1930 – May 22, 2024

Carlos Arce

Ruth Ferretti Fonseca

Resident of Fremont

Resident of Fremont

Ruth Ferretti Fonseca

January 25, 1932 – November 15, 2025

Serafin Saldivar

Resident of Fremont

August 15, 1952 – May 21,

August 15, 1952 – May

Resident of Union City

May 25, 1940 – November 8, 2025

November 4, 1933 – May 11, 2024

Resident of Fremont

Sharon W. Heinemann

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Resident of Newark

November 4, 1933 – May 11, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

April 18, 1946 – November 4, 2025

August 17, 1965 – November 14, 2025

Saroj Verma

Resident of India

Saroj Verma

Joseph C. Pachinger

John P. Duarte

Resident of Newark

Resident of Fremont

Yolande LeFrancois Resident of Fremont

September 3, 1938 – May 21,

Resident of India

September 21, 1929 – November 14, 2025

John P. Duarte

December 5, 1947 – November 5, 2025

September 3, 1938 – May

April 7, 1945 – May 6, 2024

Christine B. Brinkerhoff

Resident of Fremont

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Augustine Yuriar Guerrero

Resident of Fremont April 7, 1945 – May 6, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

John Nixon Resident of Fremont

Annette Fagundes

December 29, 1948 – November 3, 2025

Resident of San Jose

Cesar A. Silva

October 27, 1975 – November 3, 2025

November 18, 1953 – November 13, 2025

Annette Fagundes

Resident of Fremont April 4, 1951 – May 20, 2024

Ramesh Sunkari

Resident of Fremont

Resident of Fremont

April 4, 1951 – May 20,

Resident of Hayward

Mario Galvan

Resident of Santa Clara

Cesar A. Silva

August 7, 1956 – May 6, 2024

June 1, 1989 – November 13, 2025

Govinda Rao Degala

Resident of India

Resident of Hayward

June 2, 1976 – November 1, 2025

Alan Madrid Periquet

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Resident of Fremont

Karuna Sree Devi Gaddipati Resident of India

Govinda Rao Degala

January 21, 1980 – November 1, 2025

August 7, 1956 – May 6, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

February 1, 1958 – May 17,

Resident of India

March 10, 1949 – November 12, 2025

Sylvia G. Gilbert

Estrellita T. Garcia

Resident of Fremont

Resident of Fremont

December 10, 1952 – October 31, 2025

Estrellita T. Garcia

February 1, 1958 – May

Suchitra Lawanya Resident of Fremont

Ngoc Nguyen Resident of Cupertino

John “Ian” Myles

December 8, 1944 – May 5, 2024

September 3, 1975 – November 6, 2025

Ngoc Nguyen

Resident of Newark

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Resident of Fremont

October 11, 1944 – October 29, 2025

Lillian Peters

December 8, 1944 – May 5, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

November 16, 1936 – May 17,

Devki Nandan Garg

Resident of Fremont

Resident of Cupertino

November 16, 1936 – May

Andres Millan Ylarde

Resident of Fremont

April 30, 1949 – October 28, 2025

Resident of Fremont

Albert B. Velarde, Sr.

November 15, 1936 – November 5, 2025

Victor Palmberg

Resident of Fremont

February 4, 1926 – May 4, 2024

Andres Millan Ylarde

Resident of Newark

December 18, 1934 – October 23, 2025

Patricia Stephen Resident of Pleasanton

October 13, 1926 – May 16,

Victor Palmberg

July 6, 1938 – November 5, 2025

Resident of Fremont

Mary Jean Velarde

Resident of Fremont

Fremont Memorial Chapel

Resident of Newark

July 17, 1936 – November 2, 2025

February 4, 1926 – May 4, 2024 Fremont Memorial Chapel

Carla Lee Miller

Michael R. Colomy

Yong Ah Lee

Resident of Fremont

Thomas Handley

October 13, 1926 – May

Resident of Fremont

March 3, 1944 – November 4, 2025

Resident of Newark

Resident of Pleasanton

April 1, 1945 – October 27, 2025

Bharat Kumar Mehta

Thomas Handley

March 17, 1952 – May 16,

September 11, 1971 – May 1, 2024

Carla Lee Miller

Maria Susan M. Costumbrado

Resident of Fremont

Resident of Fremont

Resident of Newark

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

April 10, 1956 – October 27, 2025

September 11, 1971 – May 1, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Pero “Pete” Bagoje

Resident of Fremont

May 1, 1943 – April 28, 2024

Pero “Pete” Bagoje

November 29, 1954 – November 4, 2025

Resident of Fremont March 17, 1952 – May

Yvonne Bemore

Resident of Rodeo

June 20, 1957 – May 16, 2024

Yvonne Bemore

Resident of Rodeo

Jose Silva

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PUBLI C NOTICES

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

2025 GENERAL PLAN UPDATE – CITWIDE - (PLN2025-00209)

To consider a recommendation from the Planning Commission on a General Plan amendment to the Land Use and Open Space Element, and Conservation Element to comply with California Senate Bill 1425 and Assembly Bill 1889 and to consider a finding that no further environmental review is required pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), per, without limitation, and each as a separate and independent basis, CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), in that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the proposed General Plan Amendment would have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment and Section 15307, Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of Natural Resources and Section 15308, Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment, and an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) SCH#2010082060 was previously certified for the project of adopting the General Plan and none of the conditions which would require the preparation of a subsequent EIR are present in the project per CEQA Guidelines Section 15162.

APPLICANT: City of Fremont

PUBLIC HEARING: Notice is hereby given that the Fremont City Council will consider Planning Commission’s recommendation to approve a General Plan amendment to the Land Use and Open Space Element, and Conservation Element to comply with California Senate Bill 1425 and Assembly Bill 1889 on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 3300 Capitol Avenue, Fremont, California, at which time all interested parties may appear and be heard.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: The proposed General Plan amendment is found that no further environmental review is required pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), per, without limitation, and each as a further separate and independent basis, CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 and 15163, in that an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) SCH#2010082060 was previously certified for the project of adopting the General Plan and none of the conditions which would require the preparation of a subsequent EIR are present, Section 15307, Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of Natural Resources and Section 15308, Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment, and/or Section 15061(b)(3), in that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the proposed General Plan Amendment would have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment.

Any questions or comments on the project should be submitted to:

James Willis, Senior Planner

Location: 39550 Liberty Street, Fremont

Mailing: P.O. Box 5006, Fremont, CA 94537-5006

Phone: (510) 494-4449

E-mail: jwillis@fremont.gov

CIVIL

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 25CV154358

Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA

Petition of: LAKSHMI LALITKUMAR SHARMA for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner LAKSHMI LALITKUMAR SHARMA filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: LAKSHMI TADEPALLI to LAKSHMI LALITKUMAR SHARMA

The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for 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:

Date: JAN 16, 2026, Time: 9:30AM, Dept.: 514, Room: 2ND FL The address of the court is 24405 AMADOR ST., HAYWARD, CA 94544

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

A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: WHATS HAPPENING TRI CITY VOICE

Date: NOV 14, 2025

THOMAS J. NIXON

Judge of the Superior Court

11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/25

CNS-3988661#

decree changing names as follows: MAYURA to MAYURA SINHA

The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for 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:

Date: 01/16/2026, Time: 9:00AM, Dept.: 514, Room: -The address of the court is 24405 AMADOR ST., RM 108, HAYWARD, CA 94544

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

A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: TRI CITY VOICE

Date: OCTOBER 07, 2025

THOMAS J. NIXON

Judge of the Superior Court 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2/25

CNS-3984873#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618930

Fictitious Business Name(s): MOMMY DIDI’S BAKERY, 367 APPIAN WAY, UNION CITY, CA 94584 County of ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: XXX

Registrant(s):

ROBINSON DIANE J., 367 APPIAN WAY, UNION CITY, CA 94584 County of ALAMEDA

ROBINSON PETER D., 367 APPIAN WAY, UNION CITY, CA 94584 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: MARRIED COUPLE

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/29/2020. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 11/18/2025.

S/ DIANE J. ROBINSON 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/25

CNS-3989031#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618927

Fictitious Business Name(s):

LIBERTY VISION MINISTRIES, 367 APPLAN WAY, UNION CITY, CA 94587-3707 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

LIBERTY CHURCH INTERNATIONAL, 367 APPLAN WAY, UNION CITY, CA 94587-3707 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/22/2016. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 11/18/2025.

S/ DIANE J ROBINSON 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/25

CNSB # 3988813

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 25CV152324

Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA

Petition of: SURABHI BHATIA for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner SURABHI BHATIA filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: SURABHI BHATIA to KUSHAGRAA

The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for 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: Date: JANUARY 16, 2026, Time: 9:00 A.M., Dept.: 514, Room: 2ND FLOOR

The address of the court is 24405 AMADOR STREET, HAYWARD, CA 94544

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

A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: THE INTER CITY

EXPRESS

Date: NOVEMBER 4, 2025

THOMAS J. NIXON

Judge of the Superior Court 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/25

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 25CV146901

CNS-3988558#

Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA

Petition of: MAYURA for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS:

Petitioner MAYURA filed a petition with this court for a

Public Notices Deadline: Noon Wednesday

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618838

Fictitious Business Name(s): CLUB PILATES SAN LEANDRO, 1353 WASHINGOTN AVE STE D2, SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577 County of ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: 3200 PARK CENTER DR STE 520, COSTA MESA, CA 92626

Registrant(s): RISERFIT CA, LLC, 3200 PARK CENTER DR STE 520, COSTA MESA, CA 92626

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 11/12/2025

S/ TIMOTHY NAKAGAWA 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/25

CNS-3989028#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618501

Fictitious Business Name(s): EURO CAR COLLISION REPAIR, 2878 PRUNE AVE STE T., FREMONT, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): EURO CAR COLLISION REPAIR, INC, 2878 PRUNE AVE STE T., FREMONT, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/27/2025. S/ MASOOD AMIRI 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/25

CNS-3989022#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618842

Fictitious Business Name(s): MICHAEL’S ELECTRIC, 353 WILLOW AVE., CHERRYLAND, CA 94541 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): PAUL NOVAK, 353 WILLOW AVE., CHERRYLAND, CA 94541 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 09/28/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 11/12/2025. S/ PAUL NOVAK 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/25

CNS-3989021#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618932

Fictitious Business Name(s): MISSION MANDALAY, 2472-2 WHIPPLE RD #215, HAYWARD, CA 94544 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): LINDA TAN, 2472-2 WHIPPLE RD #215, HAYWARD, CA 94544 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 11/18/2025

S/ LINDA MAW TAN 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/25

CNS-3989011#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618815

Fictitious Business Name(s): HANGER CLINIC, 29999 REGENT ST STE 101, BERKELEY, CA 94705 County of ALAMEDA Mailing Address: 10910 DOMAIN DR STE 300, AUSTIN, TX 78758

Registrant(s): CAPSTONE ORTHOPEDIC, INC., 10910 DOMAIN DR STE 300, AUSTIN, TX 78758 Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 11/12/2025. S/ THOMAS E. HARTMAN 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/25

CNS-3989001#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618432

Fictitious Business Name(s): THE CLEANING AUTHORITY, 4432 ENETRPRISE ST UNIT L, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): HOMEGROWN SERVICES INC, 4432 ENETRPRISE ST UNIT L, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 10/22/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/22/2025. S/ KENT LEWIS 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/25

CNS-3988759#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618819

Fictitious Business Name(s): HANGER CLINIC, 5980 HORTON ST STE 105., EMERYVILLE, CA 94608 County of ALAMEDA Mailing Address: 10910 DOMAIN DR STE 300, AUSTIN, TX 78758

Registrant(s): CAPSTONE ORTHOPEDIC, INC., 10910 DOMAIN DR STE 300, AUSTIN, TX 78758 Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 11/12/2025. S/ THOMAS E. HARTMAN 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/25

CNS-3988752#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618821

Fictitious Business Name(s): HANGER CLINIC, 4479 STONERIDGE DR STE A, PLEASANTON, CA 94588 County of ALAMEDA Mailing Address: 10910 DOMAIN DR STE 300, AUSTIN, TX 78758

Registrant(s): CAPSTONE ORTHOPEDIC, INC., 10910 DOMAIN DR STE 300, AUSTIN, TX 78758 Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 11/12/2025.

S/ THOMAS E. HARTMAN 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/25

CNS-3988747#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618773

Fictitious Business Name(s): ALICAN ACUPUNCTURE, 4086 BAY ST. #A, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): RED FATE INTERNATIONAL INC., 4086 BAY ST. #A, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/07/2015. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 11/07/2025.

S/ CANDACE LUO 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/25

CNS-3988658#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618791

Fictitious Business Name(s): SLAMOPTIX LLC, 39962 CEDAR BLVD #277, NEWARK, CA 94560 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): SLAMOPTI, LLC, 39962 CEDAR BLVD #277, NEWARK, CA 94560

Business conducted by: a limited liability company

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. SLAMOPTI,

CNS-3989015#

TCV@TRICITYVOICE.COM

County on 11/10/2025.

Original Filing 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/25

CNS-3988652#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618763

Fictitious Business Name(s):

HANGER CLINIC, 4588 PERALTA AVE #7, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: 10910 DOMAIN DR STE 300, AUSTIN, TX 78758

Registrant(s): CAPSTONE ORTHOPEDIC, INC., 10910 DOMAIN DR STE 300, AUSTIN, TX 78758

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 11/07/2025.

S/ THOMAS E. HARTMAN

11/18, 11/25, 12/2, 12/9/25

CNS-3986746#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618530

Fictitious Business Name(s):

EL STAR CONTRACTING, 9810 THERMAL ST., OAKLAND, CA 94605 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): ENLIN YU, 9810 THERMAL ST., OAKLAND, CA 94605 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 10/28/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/28/2025

S/ ENLIN YU 11/18, 11/25, 12/2, 12/9/25

CNS-3986744#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618562

Fictitious Business Name(s): SANDEV MOBILE PARK, 2100 LEWELLING BLVD, SAN LEANDRO, CA 94579 County of ALAMEDA MAILING ADDRESS: 871 38TH AVE., SANTA CRUZ, CA 95062

Registrant(s): CROW CANYON INVESTMENTS LLC, 3050 WINLOCK WAY, GRANITE BAY, CA 95746

Business conducted by: a limited liability company

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 12/10/2024. CROW CANYON INVESTMENTS LLC

S/ JAMES NIELSEN , This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/29/2025. Original Filing 11/18, 11/25, 12/2, 12/9/25

CNS-3986743#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618692

Fictitious Business Name(s):

ELLISON ENTERPRISE G17 MOTORS, 38665 FREMONT BLVD #3, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Mailing Address:

Registrant(s):

ELLISON TRACY, 1687 VIA LUCAS, SAN LORENZO, CA 94580

LEONEL GARCIA HERNANDEZ, 678 N. KING RD APT 417, SAN JOSE, CA 95133

Business conducted by: CO-PARTNERS

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 11/1/2025.

S/ LEONEL GARCIA HERNANDEZ

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on NOVEMBER 5, 2025 11/18, 11/25, 12/2, 12/9/25

CNS-3985647#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618216

Fictitious Business Name(s):

GLEAMWORKS SOLUTIONS / SMIRK AND SPARKLE / GLIMMER GLOW, 405 RANCHO ARROYO PKWY APT 63, FREMONT, CA 94536-2722 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

JASMINE KAYE MINAS, 405 RANCHO ARROYO PKWY APT 63, FREMONT, CA 94536

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 9/26/2025.

S/ JASMINE KAYE B. MINAS

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on OCTOBER 10, 2025 11/18, 11/25, 12/2, 12/9/25

CNS-3985646#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618684

Fictitious Business Name(s): MOONLIGHT NAILS BY MONISAH, 39111 PASEO PADRE PARKWAY STE 115, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: 29039 ROSECLIFF LN., HAYWARD, CA 94544

Registrant(s): MONISAH MEHTABUDDIN, 29039 ROSECLIFF LN., HAYWARD, CA 94544

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 11/04/2025.

S/ MONISAH MEHTABUDDIN 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2/25

PUBLI C NOTICES

94536 County of ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: XXX

Registrant(s): PEREZ, ANA ISABEL GARCIA, 4827 NORRIS RD., FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 11/03/2025. S/ ANA ISABEL GARCIA PEREZ 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2/25

CNS-3984870#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618642

Fictitious Business Name(s):

SPHERE CULINARY VIETNAM, 42550 ALBRAE ST., FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: 56 DELTA TERRACE., FREMONT, CA 94538

Registrant(s):

SPHERE CULINARY GROUP LLC, 56 DELTA TERRACE., FREMONT, CA 94538

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 11/03/2025. S/ LY LY NGUYEN 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2/25

CNS-3984866#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618550

Fictitious Business Name(s): THE MINDFUL CHOW, 6400 CHRISTIE AVE STE 1000, EMERYVILLE, CA 94608 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

JANICE HEY YIN CHOW, 6400 CHRISTIE AVE STE 1000, EMERYVILLE, CA 94608 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 12/31/2020.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/28/2025. S/ JANICE HEY YIN CHOW 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2/25

CNS-3984862#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618394

Fictitious Business Name(s):

GUARANTEED MEDICAL SUPPLY, 3654 THORNTON AVE UNIT 514, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): CURANOVA MEDICAL SUPPLY, 3654 THORNTON AVE UNIT 514, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/21/2025. S/ PAULA MENDOZA 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2/25

CNS-3984351#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 617985

Fictitious Business Name(s):

Q’S MOBILE DETAILING, 46783 BRADLEY STREET, FREMONT, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): MIREILLE NGUYEN, 46783 BRADLEY STREET, FREMONT, CA 94539

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

S/ MIREILLE NGUYEN

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2/25

CNS-3983915#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618544

Fictitious Business Name(s): DOZESQ IMAGINARIUM, 6200 WESTWOOD WAY, OAKLAND, CA 94611 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): SCHOOL21 LLC, 6200 WESTWOOD WAY, OAKLAND, CA 94611 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 10/27/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/28/2025. S/ JEFFREY MARSHALL 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

CNS-3982744#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618149

Fictitious Business Name(s): PRESTIGE BUILDWORK, 29391 LASSEN ST., HAYWARD, CA 94544 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): MARIANA TRIVISO, 29391 LASSEN ST., HAYWARD, CA 94544 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on --.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/08/2025. S/ MARIANA TRIVISO 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

CNS-3982743#

CA 95351

Registrant(s): PACWEND 1, INC, 1308 KANSAS AVE STE 6, MODESTO, CA 95351

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 09/24/2025.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 09/24/2025.

S/ RIARDIP JOHAL 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

CNS-3982716#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618313

Fictitious Business Name(s): CALDRE, 2339 KINETIC CMMN UNIT 309, FREMONT, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): DESINRI LLC, 2339 KINETIC CMMN UNIT 309, FREMONT, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 05/27/2025.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/16/2025.

S/ IPSITA CHAKRABORTY 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

CNS-3982703#

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 580690

The following person(s) has (have) abandoned the use of the Fictitious Business Name(s): The Fictitious Business Name Statement filed on 07/12/2021 in the County of Alameda. THE JOINT CHIROPRACTIC CASTRO AVLLEY, 20633

RUSTIC DR., CASTRO VALLEY, CA 94546, County of: ALAMEDA.

Registered Owner(s): CCLINIC 1 LLC, 3160 COLLEGE AVE STE 203, BERKELEY, CA 94705

SAHAGUN CHIROPRACTIC CORP, 19785 REEDVIEW DR, ROWLAND HEIGHTS, CA 91748

This business is conducted by: A JOINT VENTURE 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).

S/ BRIAN LANCASTER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Alameda County on 09/30/2025. 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

CNS-3982696#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618009

Fictitious Business Name(s):

STACEY CO JEWELRY, 1140 CLAY CT., FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): LAUREN DAVIS, 1140 CLAY CT., FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 09/30/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/01/2025.

S/ LAUREN DAVIS 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

CNS-3982686#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618460

Fictitious Business Name(s): MOBILE BRAKE PROS, 40437 ROBIN ST., FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): JASON JONES, 40437 ROBIN ST., FREMONT, CA 94538

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 10/23/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/23/2025.

S/ JASON JONES 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

CNS-3982684#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618291

Fictitious Business Name(s): AI NOVALUME, 33080 BROCKWAY ST., UNION CITY, CA 94587 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): LAKEISHA BROOKS, 33080 BROCKWAY ST., UNION CITY, CA 94587 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 10/07/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/15/2025.

S/ LAKEISHA BROOKS 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618425

Fictitious Business Name(s): FREMONT FAMILY SMILES, 3705 BEACON AVE 101, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): ANNA YI DDS, INC, 3705 BEACON AVE 101, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 10/21/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/22/2025. S/ ANNA YI 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

CNS-3982679#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618282

Fictitious Business Name(s): CASA ARROYO APARTMENTS, 405 RANCHO ARROYO PARKWAY, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA Mailing Address: 24551 DEL PARADO AVE UNIT 3164, DANA POINT, CA 92629

Registrant(s): MICHEL-CASA, LP,24551 DEL PARADO AVE UNIT 3164, DANA POINT, CA 92629

MCINTOSH-CASA, LP,24551 DEL PARADO AVE UNIT 3164, DANA POINT, CA 92629

MICHEL-CASA II, LP, 24551 DEL PARADO AVE UNIT 3164, DANA POINT, CA 92629

MCINTOSH-CASA II, LP, 24551 DEL PARADO AVE UNIT 3164, DANA POINT, CA 92629

Business conducted by: AN UNINCORPORATED ASSOCIATION- OTHER THAN A PARTNERSHIP

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/05/2010. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/15/2025. S/ DAVID MICHEL 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

CNS-3982676#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618124

Fictitious Business Name(s): ONEAIR, 39899 BALENTINE DR STE 200, NEWARK, CA 94560 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): TWNH LLC, , 39899 BALENTINE DR STE 200, NEWARK, CA 94560 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on MARCH 15, 2023. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/07/2025 S/ KALIPRASAD POTHURAJU 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

CNS-3982675#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618447

Fictitious Business Name(s): STAGE IT UP HOMES, 38241 COLUMBINE PL, NEWARK, CA 94560 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): MURSAL NASIRI, 38241 COLUMBINE PL, NEWARK, CA 94560 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

S/ MURSAL NASIRI

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on OCTOBER 23, 2025 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

CNS-3982673#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617960

Fictitious Business Name(s): KARAK CHAI, QARAK CHAI, TANDOORI-N-CURRY, 40559 FREMONT BLVD., FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): FAROOQUI FOODS INC, 40472 VOGEL CT, FREMONT, CA 94538 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

S/ MOHAMMED JAVED FAROOQUI

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

CNS-3982672#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618078

Fictitious Business Name(s): TAAAAY, 32476 SEASIDE DRIVE, UNION CITY, CA 94587 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): THANH LUU YIP, 32476 SEASIDE DRIVE, UNION CITY , CA 94587

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 8/22/2025. S/ THANH LUU YIP

CNS-3982683#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 618451

Fictitious Business Name(s):

MINYEN ENTERPRISES LLC, 43201 MONTROSE AVE, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): MINYEN ENTERPRISES LLC, 43201 MONTROSE AVE, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on OCTOBER 3, 2025 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

CNS-3981854#

GOVERNMENT

CNS-3984881#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 618643

Fictitious Business Name(s):

A.I.G DESIGN CO, 4827 NORRIS RD., FREMONT, CA

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 617873

Fictitious Business Name(s): WENDYS, 35229 NEWARK BLVD, NEWARK, CA 94560

County of ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: 1308 KANSAS AVE STE 6, MODESTO,

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 10/23/2025.

S/ PETE MINYEN 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

CNS-3982681#

NEWARK MUNICIPAL CODE IN ORDER TO CONFORM

TO THE UPDATES IN THE 2025 BUILDING STANDARDS CODE THAT ARE ADOPTED

WHEREAS, the California Building Standards Commission has adopted a new Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, also referred to as the 2025 California Building Standards Code, that will become effective statewide on January 1, 2026; and

WHEREAS, currently Title 15 “Buildings and Construction” Article I “Building Regulations” of the City of Newark Municipal Code adopted the building standards contained in the 2019 versions of the California Building Code, the California Residential Code, the California Fire Code, the California Green Building Standards Code, the California Plumbing Code, the California Mechanical Code, and the California Electrical Code, California Administrative Code, as such Codes are approved by the State Building Standards Commission (collectively, the “California Building Standards Code”); and WHEREAS, the updated California Building Standards Code becomes effective within the City on January 1, 2026, and Title 15 is updated by default to incorporate the California Building Standards Code without local amendments; and WHEREAS, the updated California Building Standards Code has added language that make Section 15.04.030 of the Newark Municipal Code unnecessary; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that no additional environmental review is necessary because this Ordinance is not a project that has the potential to cause substantial or potentially substantial, adverse change in the environment and qualifies for an exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061 (b) (3), and further, the Ordinance establishes standards for the approval of ministerial projects that are not themselves subject to CEQA review.

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEWARK DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Recitals.

The forgoing Recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 2. Code Revisions

Section 15.04.030 of the Newark Municipal Code is repealed in its entirety.

SECTION 3. Severability

If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted the ordinance, and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.

SECTION 4.Adoption

This Ordinance shall take effect on the later of thirty (30) days after passage or on January 1, 2026, and shall within fifteen (15) days after passage, be published in accordance with Section 36933 of the Government Code of the State of California. The foregoing ordinance was introduced and read before the City Council of the City of Newark by Council Member Jorgens at the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Newark held on September 25, 2025. This ordinance was read at the regular meeting of the City Council held November 13, 2025. Council Member Catancio moved that it be adopted and passed, which motion was duly seconded, and said ordinance was passed and adopted.

AYES: Council Members Catancio, Grindall, Jorgens, Vice Mayor Little and Mayor Hannon

NOES: None

ABSENT: None

SECONDED: Vice Mayor Little APPROVED: MICHAEL K. HANNON Mayor

ATTEST: NEETU SALWAN

City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM: KRISTOPHER J. KOKOTAYLO

City Attorney 11/25/25

CNS-3989428# CITY OF NEWARK

City Council

City Administration Building, City Council Chambers 37101 Newark Boulevard, Newark, CA 94560 (510) 578-4330 E-mail: planning@newark.org PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Thursday, December 11, 2025 7:00 p.m

Publication Date: November 25, 2025

The meeting will be held in the City Hall Council Chambers at 37101 Newark Boulevard, Newark, CA 94560. Members of the public may attend the meeting in person and may watch it via YouTube or Cable Channel 26.

Pursuant to California Government Code §6061, §65090, §65091, §65094, §65095, and Newark Municipal Code (NMC) §17.31.060, §17.34.070, and §17.35.050, on December 11, 2025, at or after 7:00 p.m., the City Council will hold a public hearing to consider:

1. Request to consider a 196 single family and 31 unit affordable housing multifamily development proposal requiring an amendment to the Specific Plan Area 3 & 4 to allow additional density capacity and modification of development standards; General Plan Land Use Map amendment from Low-Density Residential to High Density Residential for a .84 acre parcel; a Rezoning from Park to Residential Low Density (RS-6000) and Residential High Density (RH) with a Planned Development Overlay District; Density Bonus Waivers; Design Review; Vesting Tentative Map and an Alternate Means of Compliance. The location of the subject site is 7400 and 7550 Mowry Avenue (APN #’s 537- 850-2, 537-850-1-11 and 537-850-1-13).

The applicant, The Mowry Project Owner LLC, and property owner, Pick-N-Pull Auto Dismantlers, are proposing to construct 196 single-family units and 31 affordable multifamily housing units at a property located at 7400 and 7550 Mowry Avenue (APN 537-850-2, 537-850-1-11, 537850-1-13). The property consists of three lots, which total approximately 29.21 acres. The project site lies within the Specific Plan Area 3 & 4, has a General Plan Land Use designation of Low Density Residential and is currently zoned Park (PK). The subject site is bounded by Cargill Salt Company to the north, the Silliman Activity and Family Aquatic Center on the east, Alameda Flood Control Channel on the south and a vacant parcel on the west (formerly a Truck Driving School). In addition to the residential subdivision, there will be off-site improvements such as a

PUBLI C NOTICES

raised roadway, added bike lanes, landscape areas and a median to Mowry Avenue. Also, improvements to the Union Pacific Railroad crossing shall be completed for vehicular and pedestrian safety. The proposed application was considered a “project” pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was required and prepared. The Final EIR is complete and City Council shall consider the Final EIR to be certified as part of the entitlement request. The FEIR is registered under State Clearing House Number 2021110436. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on this matter on November 19, 2025 and voted unanimously in favor with a 5-0 vote.

Any interested person or authorized agent, or interested members of the public may appear at the public hearing to be heard and may submit written comments or request to view project details and information, including the complete application and project file (including any environmental impact assessment prepared in connection with the application) by contacting the project planner, Art Interiano, via email at: Art.interiano@newarkca.gov.

If you challenge a City action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Newark at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Art Interiano

Deputy Community Development Director 11/25/25

CITY OF FREMONT

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SUMMARY OF ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 13-2025

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FREMONT

ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, WITH AMENDMENTS: (1) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA TITLE 24 CODES (BUILDING, MECHANICAL, PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, EXISTING BUILDING, HISTORICAL BUILDING, ENERGY, RESIDENTIAL BUILDING, GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS), (2) THE 2024 INTERNATIONAL POOL AND SPA CODE, AND (3) THE 2024 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE; AND REPEALING AND REPLACING FREMONT MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 15 - BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION, DIVISION 1, FREMONT BUILDING STANDARDS CODE

On November 4, 2025, the Fremont City Council introduced the above Ordinance adopting and amending the 2025 California Buildings Standards Codes, the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code, and the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code. All of the amendments carry forward the existing local amendments to the 2022 California Building Standards Code. The amendments are briefly summarized as follows:

1. Administrative Amendments: The administrative amendments for the codes include:

• work that requires a building permit;

• information required to obtain the permit;

• valid dates of the permit and its expiration;

• application process to obtain a building permit;

• appeal process for a denial of a permit;

• penalties for violations of the ordinance; and

• authority of the Building Official.

Further, the local amendments require plats of survey when deemed necessary, soil observation and structural observation, the issuance of certificates of occupancy at the time of occupancy changes, and defined conditions for temporary certificates of occupancy. The administrative amendments related to enforcement and appeals are the same amendments previously adopted and include appeals to the Building Appeals Board. Identical provisions to these amendments to the California Buildings Standards Codes are currently in effect in the City.

2. Soils Reports, Geotech Investigation, and Foundation Construction: All current soil investigations and foundation observations are being carried forward into the 2025 Code. This is addressed currently in State law but clarified in the Fremont Municipal Code as to when a project would require a geotech investigation. The amendments also provide specific construction requirements for shallow foundations and a mesh requirement for slabs on the ground.

3. Roof Coverings: The proposed amendments carry forward the amendments previously adopted and include decking requirements for concrete and clay tile and a certification requirement applicable to roof coverings.

Fire Sprinkler Provisions and Dwelling Separation: The proposed amendments carry forward the amendments previously adopted and include maintaining fire resistance of walls separating sleeping units in hotels and motels and extend this requirement to duplexes. This firewall specification is already required for all other multi-unit residential buildings. Furthermore, the proposed amendments do not allow a reduction of the rated floor or wall assemblies from 1 hour to ½ hour for any duplexes or multi-residential hotels and motels. The amendments also cross reference the fire sprinkler requirements in the California Fire Code as amended by the Fremont Municipal Code.

4. California Plumbing Code Amendments: The proposed amendments carry forward the amendments previously adopted and include the requirement of installing a seismic-actuated gas shutoff valve.

5. California Mechanical Code Amendments: The proposed amendments relate to hoods and ducts to protect against fires. The protection of hoods and ducts in an enclosure by fire-rated materials is to restrict grease duct fires to the hood and duct and prevent it from spreading to the rest of the building. There have been several grease duct fires in Fremont in single-story buildings. These fires have been contained by shafts. If the shaft had not been fire-rated, the fire would have very easily spread to the roof. The proposed amendment to the California Mechanical Code will ensure that any new hood or duct is enclosed by firerated materials. All proposed amendments are identical to amendments currently in place in the City.

6. California Electrical Code Amendments: The proposed amendments are mostly administrative and identical to amendments currently in place in the City of Fremont. The amendment requires non-ferrous materials for

electrical installations in corrosive environments based on the corrosive soils prevalent in Fremont.

7. California Existing Building Code Amendments: The proposed amendments carry forward the amendments previously adopted and include an existing table that ranks relative hazards between different occupancies and establishes when installation of fire sprinklers will be required when a building changes occupancy group. The amendments also refer to the local amendments to the California Fire Code previously adopted in the Fremont Municipal Code.

8. California Residential Code Amendments: The proposed amendments carry forward the amendments previously adopted. The administrative chapter of the California Residential Code is not adopted but refers to the administrative provisions of the California Building Code. The technical amendments are identical to the amendments for adoption to California Building Code.

9. International Property Maintenance Code Amendments: During the past three Model Code adoptions, the City also adopted the most current International Property Maintenance Code and staff has successfully used the ordinance to ensure that buildings throughout the City are maintained in a safe condition. The proposed amendments carry forward the amendments previously adopted, including replacing the appeals section with a reference to the appeals procedure in the Neighborhood Preservation Ordinance, Fremont Municipal Code Chapter 8.60. This appeal process has been successfully used for years for enforcement.

10. International Swimming Pool and Spa Code Amendments: The proposed amendments are mostly administrative and identical to amendments currently in place in the City of Fremont.

11. California Building Standards Codes Appendixes: Appendices are not adopted as part of the Model Code. They are provided in the Model Code to offer optional or supplemental criteria to the provisions in the main chapters of the Model Code. The provisions below are currently in effect in the City of Fremont. The proposed ordinance adopts the following appendix chapters of the 2025 California Building Standards Code and references: California Building Code:

• Appendix A: This appendix contains employment qualifications that coincide with state requirements.

• Appendix C: This appendix contains provisions for the construction of agricultural buildings.

• Appendix F: This appendix contains provisions that require rodent-proofing of dwellings.

• Appendix G: This appendix contains provisions for flood-resistant construction.

• Appendix I: This appendix contains requirements for patio covers.

• Appendix Q: This appendix contains provisions for emergency housing.

California Residential Building Code:

• Appendix AH: This appendix contains requirements for patio covers.

• Appendix AJ: This appendix contains provisions for the construction of Existing Buildings and Structures.

• Appendix AK: This appendix contains provisions for sound transmission between attached dwelling units.

• Appendix AQ: This appendix contains provisions for tiny house designs.

• Appendix AX: This appendix contains provisions for swimming pools and spas.

• Appendix AZ: This appendix contains provisions for emergency housing. California Mechanical Code:

• Appendix B: This appendix contains procedures to be followed to place gas equipment in operation.

• Appendix C: This appendix contains provisions for the installation and testing of oil (liquid) fuel-fired equipment.

• Appendix D: This appendix contains provisions for fuel supply at manufactured/mobile home parks and recreational vehicles.

California Plumbing Code:

• Appendix A: This appendix contains provisions for the sizing of water supply systems.

• Appendix B: This appendix contains provisions for the sizing of combination waste and vent systems.

• Appendix D: This appendix contains provisions for the sizing of storm water systems.

California Existing Building Code:

• Appendix Chapter A3: This appendix chapter contains prescriptive provisions for seismic strengthening of cripple walls.

International Property Maintenance Code:

• Appendix A: This appendix contains boarding standards securing windows and doors to prevent entry to unsafe structures.

The foregoing ordinance was introduced before the City Council of the City of Fremont at the regular meeting of the City Council, held on November 4, 2025, and finally adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on November 18, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Mayor Salwan, Vice Mayor Zhang, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kimberlin, Shao, and Liu

NOES: None

ABSENT: None

ABSTAIN: None

A certified copy of the full text of Ordinance No. 13-2025 as adopted is available for review upon request in the office of the City Clerk, 3300 Capitol Avenue, Building A, Fremont CA 94538.

SUSAN GAUTHIER, CMC – CITY CLERK 11/25/25

CITY OF FREMONT

PUBLIC HEARING

December 9, 2025, Council Chambers, 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg. A, Fremont, CA, at which time all interested parties may attend and be heard:

DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE REPORT - Public Hearing (Published Notice) for Approval of the Development Impact Fee Annual and Five-Year Report for Period Ending June 30, 2025 with Statutory Finding 2025 GENERAL PLAN UPDATE (PLN2025-00209)CITYWIDE - Public Hearing (Published Notice) - To consider a recommendation from the Planning Commission on a General Plan amendment to the Land Use and Open Space Element, and Conservation Element to comply with California Senate Bill 1425 and Assembly Bill 1889 and to consider a finding that no further environmental review is required pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), per, without limitation, and each as a separate and independent basis, CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), in that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the proposed General Plan Amendment would have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment and Section 15307, Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of Natural Resources and Section 15308, Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment, and an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) SCH#2010082060 was previously certified for the project of adopting the General Plan and none of the conditions which would require the preparation of a subsequent EIR are present in the project per CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 Information on how to participate will be made available, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting, on the agenda posted online in the Agenda Center www.fremont.gov.

If you challenge any decision of the City Council in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.

SUSAN GAUTHIER, CMC – CITY CLERK 11/25/25

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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

2026 CURB, GUTTER, SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT PROJECT NO. CIPA10007.FY2026

2026 CITYWIDE ACCESSIBLE PEDESTRIAN RAMP PROJECT NO. CIPA10001.FY2026

The City Council of the City of Newark invites sealed bids for the construction of public improvements for 2026 Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk Replacement, Project No. CIPA10007. FY2026 and 2026 Citywide Accessible Pedestrian Ramp, Project No. CIPA10001.FY2026, City of Newark, Alameda County, California. Bids shall be enclosed in a sealed opaque envelope. The envelope shall be sealed and clearly marked on its face with the Bidder’s name, address and the notation “SEALED BID ENCLOSED, CITY OF NEWARK” with an identification of the PROJECT NAME, PROJECT NUMBER and BID DATE as identified on this Notice to Bidders. If the bid is sent by mail, the sealed bid envelope shall be enclosed in a separate mailing envelope/box. The mailing envelope/box shall also be clearly marked on its face with the notation “SEALED BID ENCLOSED, CITY OF NEWARK” with an identification of the PROJECT NAME, PROJECT NUMBER and BID DATE as identified on this Notice to Bidders. Sealed bids must be delivered to the City Clerk of the City of Newark at 37101 Newark Boulevard, Second Floor Administration Office, Newark, California 94560, before 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. At that time, all bids will be publicly opened, examined and declared in the City Council Chambers at the City of Newark David W. Smith City Hall, 37101 Newark Boulevard, First Floor. To attend the bid opening by web browser, please use the Zoom link below for video and audio: From a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84849689026?pwd=cFVsybLxhj gsS8vLMDLPLLh6a7Qu7o.1 Meeting ID: 848 4968 9026 Passcode: 086166

One tap mobile +16694449171,,84849689026#,,,,*086166# US +16699006833,,84849689026#,,,,*086166# US (San Jose) City of Newark David W. Smith City Hall is currently open during limited hours only, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The City will continue to comply with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and local health agencies to provide a safe workplace for City staff and customers. In the event a new or updated COVID19 Health Order is issued preventing the delivery or opening of bids as prescribed above in this Notice to Contractors, alternative provisions will be made for bid submittals at the same time and location. Any such provisions will be made available to all plan holders with an Addendum. The improvements are generally described as follows: Remove and replace existing damaged concrete sidewalks, driveways, curb and gutter, valley gutter, and wheelchair accessible curb ramps; remove roots; root prune trees; and install root barriers at various locations within the City of Newark.

The City reserves the right to increase or decrease the work quantity from the project, if necessary, to stay within funding limitations at the sole discretion of the City Engineer. It is the City’s intent to award the contract for this work on Thursday, January 22, 2026. The entire scope of the project shall be completed by Monday, June 1, 2026. Plans and Specifications for the work, as well as a list of plan holders, may be obtained in electronic (PDF) format from the City of Newark Public Works Department, free of charge, by emailing Ms. Helen Gordon at helen.gordon@newarkca.gov or calling (510) 578-4452. All technical questions should be directed to Mr. Michael Carmen, Assistant Engineer, by emailing michael.carmen@ newarkca.gov or calling (510) 578-4320. No pre-bid meeting is scheduled for this project. However, Bidders are strongly urged to visit the job site before submitting bids. Submission of a bid shall be considered as an acknowledgement of site investigation.

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Notice is hereby given that the City of Fremont City Council will hold a public hearing to consider the following proposal.

Said public hearing will be held at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday,

The Contractor shall possess a valid Class A or C-8 California Contractors license at the time of the bid opening. The successful Bidder shall furnish a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond. Items of work in conjunction with this project are included in the proposal. As of July 1, 2014, all Contractors bidding on this project are required to register with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and pay the required annual fee. Under California Labor Code section 1771.1, as amended by SB 854, unless registered with the DIR, a Contractor may not bid or be listed as a Subcontractor for any bid proposal submitted for public works projects on or after March 1,

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The City of Newark reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and to waive any minor informalities, irregularities and/or bid non-responsiveness that does not influence the competitive nature of the bid. The City Council will award the project, if it is awarded, to the lowest responsible Bidder as determined by the Total Bid (Total Bid A PLUS Total Bid B).

The City of Newark hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business and women owned business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, including a perception that the person has any of those characteristics or that the person is associated with a person who has, or is perceived to have, any of those characteristics in consideration for an award.

Pursuant to Section 1773 of the Labor Code, the general prevailing rate of wages in the county in which the work is to be done has been determined by the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations of the State of California. These wages are set forth in the General Prevailing Wage Rates for this project. The Contractor and all subcontractors shall pay all their employees performing labor under this Contract salaries or wages at least equal to the general prevailing wage rates for the particular crafts, classifications or types of workers employed on this project. These wage rates appear in the latest Department of Industrial Relations publication. Future effective wage rates which have been predetermined and are on file with the Department of Industrial Relations are referenced but not printed in said publication and are available on the internet at www.dir. ca.gov.

Dated: November 25, 2025

NEETU SALWAN, City Clerk

City of Newark, Alameda County, California

Publish Dates: Tuesday, November 25, 2025, Tuesday, December 2, 2025, and Tuesday, December 9, 2025 11/25, 12/2, 12/9/25

CITY OF NEWARK Planning Commission

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City Administration Building, City Council Chambers 37101 Newark Boulevard, Newark, CA 94560 (510) 578-4330

E-mail: planning@newark.org

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 7:00 p.m.

Publication Date: November 25, 2025

The meeting will be held in the City Hall Council Chambers at 37101 Newark Boulevard, Newark, CA 94560. Members of the public may attend the meeting in person and may watch it via YouTube or Cable Channel 26. Pursuant to California Government Code §6061, §65090, §65091, §65094, §65095, and Newark Municipal Code (NMC) §17.31.060, §17.35.050, and §17.34.070 on December 9, 2025, at or after 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider: 1. AMUP2024-001, DR2024-005, An amendment to a Conditional Use Permit (U-87-52) and Design Review to allow for a sanctuary expansion, a lobby, and an entry porch at Cedars Church, an existing community assembly use, located at 38325 Cedar Boulevard (APN 92A-2375-36). The subject site is zoned RS: Residential Single-Family and has a General Plan designation of Low Density Residential. The applicant, TJ Construction, on behalf of the property owner, Cedars Church of the Christian and Missionary Alliance, is proposing to amend Conditional Use Permit U-87-52. The community assembly use was originally approved under Conditional Use Permit U-74-6, which allowed for a new church and allied facilities at the site. Various amendments to the original use permit have been approved to allow for additions to the church facilities. This proposed amendment would include a new 748-squarefoot lobby, a 312-square-foot entry porch, and a 991-squarefoot expansion of the sanctuary, increasing the seating capacity from 208 to 258 seats. The architectural design of the addition would match the existing building, incorporating updated elements such as new dark bronze glass windows. On-site improvements would include restriping the parking lot and removing the existing sports court area. The proposed total number of on-site parking spaces is 159. The subject site is bounded by Cedar Boulevard, Smith Avenue, and Amaryllis Place. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines §15301 – Existing Facilities. Any interested person or authorized agent, or interested members of the public may appear at the public hearing to be heard and may submit written comments or request to view project details and information, including the complete application and project file (including any environmental impact assessment prepared in connection with the application) by contacting the project planner, Yvonne Huynh, via email at: yvonne.huynh@newarkca.gov. If you challenge a City action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Newark at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Yvonne Huynh Assistant Planner 11/25/25

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TRUSTEE SALES

T.S. No. 138002-CA APN: 501-1535-113-00 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 8/7/2021. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 1/15/2026 at 9:00 AM,

PUBLI C NOTICES

CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 8/12/2021 as Instrument No. 2021275498 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: MARK RENTIE, A SINGLE MAN WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; at the Fallon Street Steps Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 38228 PASEO PADRE PKWY APT 18, FREMONT, CA 94536-5259, AKA, 38228 PASEO PADRE PKWY, FREMONT, CA 94536-5259 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is:$314,961.35 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned 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 (855) 313-3319 or visit this Internet website www.clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 138002-CA. 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 Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: Effective January 1, 2021, you may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (855) 313-3319, or visit this internet website www.clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 138002-CA 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 so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (855) 3133319 CLEAR RECON CORP 3333 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 225 San Diego, California 92108 11/25, 12/2, 12/9/25 CNS-3987656#

Trustee Sale No. 132482-5 Loan No. 139 Title Order No. 95313955 APN 501-0080-079-02;501-0080-080-07;5010080-080-08 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/28/2021. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. MORTGAGE LENDER SERVICES as the duly appointed Trustee WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, described as follows: Trustor(s): JAMES N.

HARDWICK Deed of Trust: recorded on 01/06/2022 as Document No. 2022004298 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California, Date of Trustee’s Sale: 12/02/2025 at 12:00 PM Trustee’s Sale Location: At the Fallon Street emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St., Oakland, CA 94612 The property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: Parcel One: Beginning At The Intersection Of The Northeastern Line Of Cabrillo Drive With The Northwestern Line Of Lot 1, Block 2, Tract 1244, In The City Of Fremont, County Of Alameda, State Of California, Filed January 28, 1953, Map Book 33, Page 50, Alameda County Records; Thence Along Said Northwestern Line Of Said Lot 1, 95.00 Feet To The Northwestern Corner Of Said Lot 1; Thence Continuing Along A Direct Extension Of Said Northwestern Line Of Lot 1 North 33° 03` 15` East 25.00 Feet; Thence South 57° 20` 45` East 136.00 Feet To The Northwestern Line Of Thornton Avenue As The Said Line Was Established By Deed From Cabrillo Center, Inc., A California Corporation, To The City Of Fremont, Recorded December 8, 1958, Series No. Ap/128847, In Book 8868 Of Official Records At Page 141; Thence Along Said Northwestern Line Of Thornton Avenue South 33° 03` 15` West 25.00 Feet To The Northwesterly Line Of Thornton Avenue As Conveyed By David George Patterson, Et Ux., To The City Of Fremont By Deed Recorded December 8, 1958, Series No. Ap/128846; Thence Continuing Along Said Northwestern Line Of Thornton Avenue As Established By Said Patterson Deed South 33° 03` 15` West 65.21 Feet To The Northwestern Line Of Thornton Avenue As Conveyed By Cabrillo Center, Inc., A California Corporation, To The City Of Fremont By Deed Recorded March 12, 1970, Series No. 70-25852, In Reel 2580 At Image 591; Thence Continuing Along Said Northwesterly Line Of Thornton Avenue As Established By Said Cabrillo Center, Inc. Deed (Series No. 70-25852) Along The Arc Of A Tangent Thirty-Foot (30.00`) Radius Curve To The Right 46.91 Feet Through A Central Angle Of 89°38`00` To A Point On The Southwestern Line Of Said Lot 1; Thence Along Said Southwestern Line Of Lot 1 North 57° 20` 45` West 106.21 Feet To The Point Of Beginning. `The Above Legal Description Is Pursuant To That Declaration Of Merger Recorded September 17, 2008, As Instrument No. 2008-278907, Of Official Records`. Parcel Two: Beginning At The Intersection Of The Northeastern Line Of Cabrillo Drive With The Northwestern Line Of Lot 1, Block 2, Tract 1244, Filed January 28, 1953, Map Book 33, Page 50, Alameda County Records; Thence Along Said Northwestern Line Of Said Lot 1, 95.00 Feet To The Northwestern Corner Of Said Lot 1; Thence Continuing Along A Direct Extension Of Said Northwestern Line Of Lot 1, North 33° 03` 15` East 25.00 Feet To The True Point Of Beginning Of This Description; Thence North 33° 03` 15` East 10 Feet; Thence South 57° 20` 45` East 97 Feet; Thence North 79° 25` 31` East 51.12 Feet; Thence South 56° 56` 45` East 2 Feet To The Northwestern Line Of Thornton Avenue, As Said Avenue Was Established By Deed From Cabrillo Center, Inc., To The City Of Fremont, Recorded December 8, 1958, Book 8868 Or, Page 141 (Ap/128847); Thence Along The Last Named Line South 33° 03` 15` West 45 Feet; And Thence North 57° 20` 45` West 136 Feet To The Point Of Beginning. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4695 THORNTON AVENUE & VACANT LAND, FREMONT, CA 94536. Directions may be obtained pursuant to a written request within 10 days of the first publication of this notice. Contact: MERS Holding Ltd. c/o Mortgage Lender Services, 7844 Madison Avenue #145, Fair Oaks, CA 95628 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, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $1,317,492.18 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The Beneficiary may elect to bid less than the full credit bid. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. 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 132482-5. 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

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postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: November 3, 2025 MORTGAGE LENDER SERVICES 7844 Madison Ave., Suite 145 Fair Oaks, CA 95628 (916) 962-3453 Sale Information Line: 916-939-0772 or www. nationwideposting.com Lauren Meyer, Vice President MORTGAGE LENDER SERVICES MAY BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0480810 To: TRI-CITY VOICE 11/11/2025, 11/18/2025, 11/25/2025 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25 CNS-3984649#

T.S. No.: 25-15568 Loan No.: ******9991 APN: 901-0202077-00 AKA 901-0202-077 Order Number: 2664323CAD NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/27/2023. 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 12/2/2025 at 12:00 PM, Prestige Default Services, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant that certain DEED OF TRUST dated 12/27/2023 (“Deed of Trust”) recorded on 1/5/2024, as Instrument No. 2024002373, , of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California, executed by Silicon Holding, LLC, A California Limited Liability Company (“Trustor”) , as trustor, to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), AS BENEFICIARY, AS NOMINEE FOR AMWEST FUNDING CORP. ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS , as beneficiary. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by Cash, a Cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). Checks must be made payable to Prestige Default Services . At: The Fallon Street emergency exit of the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA , all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under the DEED OF TRUST in the property situated in said County, California, as more fully described on said deed of trust: A.P.N.: 901-0202-07700 AKA 901-0202-077 The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 39452 Dragonfly Street, Newark, California 94560 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warrant, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said DEED OF TRUST, with interest (including, without limitation, default interest) and late charges thereon, the prepayment premium, legal fees and other costs, fees, expenses and charges, and advances, and interest thereon, and the fees, charges and expenses of the undersigned trustee (“Trustee”) as provided in the note, loan agreement and other loan documents secured by the DEED OF TRUST, at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale reasonably estimated (Estimated as of 11-24-25) $1,221,164.43 . The amount may be greater on the day of sale as accrued interest, costs and fees, and any additional advances, will increase the figure prior to sale. The current beneficiary under the DEED OF TRUST (the “Beneficiary”) hereby elects to conduct a unified foreclosure sale pursuant to the provisions of California Commercial Code Section 9604(a)(1)(B) and to include in the non-judicial foreclosure of the estate described in this Notice of Unified Trustee’s Sale all of the personal property and fixtures described in the DEED OF TRUST. The Beneficiary reserves the right to revoke its election as to some or all of said personal property and/or fixtures, or to add additional personal property and/or fixtures to the election herein expressed, at the Beneficiary’s sole election, from time to time and at any time until the consummation of the trustee’s sale to be conducted pursuant to the DEED OF TRUST and this Notice of Unified Trustee’s Sale. The personal property which was given as security for trustor’s obligation as described in the DEED OF TRUST. No warranty is made that any or all of the personal property and/or fixtures still exists or is available for the successful bidder and no warranty is made as to the condition of any of the personal property and/or fixtures, which shall be sold “as is” “where is”. The Beneficiary heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned, a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a Written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located, and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned 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 (949) 776-4697 or visit this internet website https://prestigepostandpub. com, using the file number assigned to this case 25-15568. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled

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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. Date: 10/31/2025 Prestige Default Services, LLC 1920 Old Tustin Ave. Santa Ana, California 92705 Questions: 949427-2010 Sale Line: (949) 776-4697 Martha Nuno, Senior Foreclosure Coordinator PPP #25-007901 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25 CNS-3983680#

File No.: 24-11570 APN: 507-401-51 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER CALIFORNIA LAKEPOINT OF FREMONT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (ASSOCIATION) COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS AND A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT (LIEN) DATED 09-202024. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12-04-2025 at 12:00 PM, At the Fallon Street Emergency Exit of the Alameda County Courthouse located at 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612, ALLIED TRUSTEE SERVICES (Trustee), 1601 Response Road, Suite 390, Sacramento, CA 95815, (877) 282-4991, under and pursuant to Lien, recorded 09-23-2024 as Instrument 2024116196 Book - - Page - - of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, CA, WILL CAUSE TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check/cash equivalent or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at

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time of sale) the property owned by KRISHNA RANDY KUMANDAN, situated in said County, describing the land therein: APN: 507-401-51 Any bid that is not cash must be made directly payable to “Allied Trustee Services”. Winning bid checks received not payable directly to Allied Trustee Services (i.e. containing third-party endorsements) must be replaced within five business days after the sale. The winning bidder will be contacted at the phone number and/or email address provided for further instructions. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1305 STURGEON COMMON , FREMONT, CA 94536

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 satisfy the sums due under the Lien. The estimated total unpaid balance at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is $17,003.75. THE PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD SUBJECT TO THE 90-DAY POST-SALE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION AS SET FORTH IN CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 5715(B). THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION BEGINS WHEN THE SALE IS FINALIZED PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2924m. Association heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located, and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering

Smarter ways to use AI for networking part 3

● How to create a plan, prompt and a pitch

By Anne Chan, PhD, MFTC

Many people have told me that they would rather go for a root canal than do networking. Common reactions to networking include: “Nobody would want to talk to me,” “It’s slimy to network,” “There’s no point to it” or “I don’t know what to say.” In reality, none of the above are true, with the possible exception of the last concern.

Not knowing what to say may be true for some people, but it is an easily fixable problem. In fact, AI can be a useful tool if you don’t know how to reach out to people and you don’t know what questions to ask if they agree to an informational interview.

More and more job seekers are depending on AI in their job search and increasing numbers of companies are using AI to weed them out. In this escalating AI tussle between job seekers and companies, the one thing that can help elevate your job application is actual human contact. One personal human recommendation will be far more powerful for getting your resume noticed than practically any other factor.

The majority of companies have employee referral programs for a reason—they want to hire people who have been vetted. Your chances for getting to a ‘yes’ in your job hunt is far greater if an employee forwarded your resume. Hence, the human touch is even more

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. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the Association, 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) 4777869, or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING. COM for information, using the file number assigned to

this case: 24-11570. 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 Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an ‘eligible tenant buyer,’ you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an ‘eligible bidder,’ you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (844) 477-7869, or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM for information, using the file number assigned to this case: 24-11570 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 so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an ‘eligible tenant buyer’ or ‘eligible bidder,’ you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. DATE: October 14, 2025 ALLIED TRUSTEE SERVICES, Trustee JENNIFER POULSON, Authorized Signature 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/25

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critical nowadays and networking is vital when job searching.

Here’s the irony—AI can help get you to an actual human in several ways. It can also improve your networking strategy and even enhance how you network so that you can make quality professional connections. Here are three suggestions for how to use AI effectively in networking:

1. Create a Networking Plan

Effective networking means talking with those who are positioned to help you get inside information about your career goal. AI can help you create a networking plan to reach those who would be most helpful for your unique career goals. Here’s a prompt you can use:

Create a plan for people I can network with for the purpose of . . . [fill in your objective, such as informational interviewing or finding a job]. I would like to get a job as a . . . [type your preferred job title]. I am interested in these companies [list specific company names] in these sectors [e.g. healthcare, biotech, nonprofit, etc.]. Tell me how to find actual people to network with.

2. Identify Networking Opportunities

I personally believe that you can network with anyone and anywhere from the bus stop to someone living across the world. However, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out where to network. AI can help you identify the networking possibilities that will give you the most bang for your buck. Try this prompt: Identify networking events in [add your location], industry associations or

professional clubs in the field of [add your field]. I am a [add any specific information about yourself that might be helpful, e.g. you are a new grad, you are doing a career pivot, your current job and industry.]

3. Hone Your Elevator Pitch

When networking, it is important that you are specific and succinct about what you are looking for. AI can help you get started creating your ask and can give you suggestions for how to improve it. Here’s a sample prompt you could use:

Create a one-sentence elevator pitch for [describe yourself, e.g. a senior majoring in accounting] who is interested in working in [fill in desired industry], who has had work experience in [fill in your work or internship experience] and who has a particular skillset in [fill in special skills].

AI is a powerful tool that can facilitate your networking communication, but it’s a tool that needs to be handled carefully. Here are some things to keep in mind when using AI:

1. Always personalize your writing so that it sounds like you, not AI. Don’t just go with the version that AI handed to you—edit it so that you can take ownership of it.

2. These days, it is fairly easy to dig up people’s personal contact information online. However, for networking and professional outreach, stick to professional emails or LinkedIn communications. Do not attempt to contact someone via their personal email or phone number.

3. As always, check and doublecheck AI. Like this columnist, AI makes mistakes. Wishing all of you a wonderful holiday season. Happy networking, yes, even during the holiday months.

Anne Chan is a career consultant and licensed California psychotherapist. She specializes in helping people find happiness in their careers and lives. You can reach her at annechantcv@gmail.com

© Anne Chan, 2025

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