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Vol. 11, No. 46 YOUR HOMETOWN WEEKLY NEWSPAPER November 18, 2011

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Arts .....................................11ABusiness ............................... 8BCalendar ............................ 27BClassifieds ......................... 19BCop Logs ............................ 26BEast County Life ................ 1BEntertainment ................. 12BFood .................................... 10BHealth & Beauty .............. 14BMilestones ........................ 16BOpinion ..............................18ASports .................................19A

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Freedoms gridiron warriors werent in the mood to let their Bell Game trophy migrate over to Liberty. Page 19A

Residentsrenderings The city is welcoming ideas for the new plaza across from City Hall. Page 3A

Two East County churches are celebrating the anniversary of their merger.

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A fitness boot camp is offering free workouts that take off holiday pounds.

Turkey retaliationgo to news/press releases

Antiochs Veterans Day parade showcased our nations heroes.

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Quick action saves Oakley teen

At one time or another weve all wondered: how would I react in an emergency? Would I hold up under the pressure? Would I know what to do? Would my ef-forts even make a difference?

Vicki Simmons and Patrick James recently had the chance to fi nd out, and an Oakley teenager is alive as a result.

On Oct. 27, approximately 200 yards into a four-minute run, James a P.E. teacher at OHara Park Middle School in Oakley was watching his students when he noticed something strange.

I looked up and saw the class standing around in a circle looking at something on the ground, said James. I didnt know if it was an animal or what, so I jogged on out to the fi eld.

What he saw was 13-year-old Ignacio Pena lying motion-less, face down on the grass. As James knelt beside Ignacio, he realized the boy wasnt breath-ing, and immediately turned Ig-

nacio onto his back. After gen-tly shaking him and repeatedly calling his name yet receiving

no response, James called 911. He then told one of his students to go get Simmons, the schools

other P.E. teacher and the res-cue effort began.

When I got out there I opened Ignacios airway, and at that point he gasped, and then nothing, said Simmons. So I began CPR, did four rounds, and when the paramedics ar-rived they said to continue the CPR while they prepared to take him in the ambulance. He was revived on the way to the hospi-tal.

OHara Park Principal Rog-er MacDonald credits Simmons and James quick reactions with saving Ignacios life.

When I got out there, Vicki was totally ready to get to work, said MacDonald. It was a totally serene, quiet atmo-sphere. There was no fear, it was just lets get it done. Everyone handled themselves perfectly and professionally.

Once the crisis had passed, the reality of the situation sunk in. I didnt even really think about it or get emotional at the time, said Simmons.

OHara Park teachers Vicki Simmons and Patrick James, far right, receive plaques from Principal Roger MacDonald in recognition of their recent efforts in administering CPR on a student who collapsed on campus. Simmons and James were expected to be formally honored Wednesday night by the Oakley School Board.

Photo by Ruth Roberts

by Ruth RobertsStaff Writer

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Diehard weeds still flourish in Delta

Proliferation of the ergia densa weed has been signifi-cantly reduced in the waters of Discovery Bay since the Department of Boating and Waterways (DBW) began ef-forts to eradicate the Delta pests late last spring. But in neighboring Bethel Island, where the weeds continue to run amok, the situation is less rosy.

Were feeling a little ne-glected out here, said Clark Fratus, who owns property on Dutch Slough. And in the past six months its only got-

ten worse. The vines grow up from the bottom, crawl up the sides of the levies and wrap themselves around the boat props. It feels like a never-end-ing battle.

Fratus is only one of an increasing number of frustrat-ed Bethel Islanders struggling to keep the weeds which in-clude the egeria densa, water hyacinths and other persistent plants at bay while lobbying to grab the attention of any-one who will listen.

Last spring, Supervisor Mary Piepho held a town meet-ing on Bethel Island in which

Delta weeds such as these along a property owners dock on Dutch Slough are taking over portions of Bethel Island. Residents are lobbying to get the Department of Boating and Waterways and other local agencies to help eradicate the weeds, as was the case in Discovery Bay last spring.

Photo courtesy of Clark Fratus

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As the future of Main Street contin-ues to take shape, the Oakley City Council has invited residents to declare what theyd like to see in the new plaza across from City Hall.

Currently known as Oakley Plaza, or the CentroMart property, the City Council announced last week that it will seek pub-lic input for renaming the plaza, which is to undergo renovations next year. As part of the facelift, La Costa restaurant will get a new home, Carpaccios Italian restaurant will relocate from Antioch to a new two-story building, and a fountain-accented patio plaza will be installed.

Mayor Jim Frazier encouraged the public to e-mail city planners with ideas for the new plaza, including a name, as the council continues to offer input as to how the plaza will look when completed.

At last weeks meeting, the council, sans councilmember Pat Anderson (who was absent due to an injury), discussed proposed elements for the soon-to-be-re-developed area, including a fi re pit. Mayor Frazier said the fi re pit was a nice thought, but not something that belongs in a public plaza, as it could be a liability to the city if someone were to fall in. Councilmember Randy Pope was open to the idea of a fi re pit. He noted that some fi re pit designs of-fer an elevated blaze protected by guard-

rails so that people can enjoy the heat of the fi re without risking personal safety.

Councilmember Carol Rios remained on the fence. The kid within me says I love the fi re pit, but theres the safety is-sue, Rios said.

Councilmember Kevin Romick, who sits on the downtown ad hoc committee that has been meeting with designers and architects, said the fi re pit might become irrelevant in a few years if the California Air Resources Board increases its restric-tions, so the area might be better suited for a public art element.

Pope noted that natural-gas fi re pits, such as seen in Lake Tahoe, might be fea-

sible. But Frazier wanted to prevent the fi re pit from becoming a camping ground. I dont want them camping out, Frazier said of those who might want to congre-gate around the fi re pit. I want them in the stores.

The council also discussed faade improvements to the CentroMart build-ing and the cluster or stores at the rear of the shopping center, as well as parking and road improvements to make the plaza user friendly.

One element of the plaza still taking shape is the proposed fountain, which is to be located directly across from City Halls water feature. Rios pictures a fountain that

children can splash and play in, and Fra-zier favor a fountain with a shallow basin so kids can toss in coins and make wishes. Pope suggested jets that shoot water from the ground, but Frazier and Romick said that element would be more appropriate for a park where play is encouraged. Frazier again emphasized the safety factor, warn-ing that the city could be liable if someone were to slip and sustain an injury.

Pope proposed that the designers look into a standard fountain design combined with a playful element for kids to enjoy. City Manager Bryan Montgomery urged the the council to research fountains of in-terest that could be presented as examples at a future meeting.

While public input was taken into consideration during the initial processes of developing a downtown specifi c plan, which was eventually approved in 2010, Montgomery said the public is still invited to share input with city staff and the coun-cil regarding what theyd like to see in the community plaza. As the design is con-stantly evolving, Montgomery urged the public to send their ideas in now to pro-vide the council enough time to look over all the options.

For more information about the prog-ress of the Downtown Oakley Project, visit www.oakleyinfo.com.

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After the success of the inaugural Street Feast last year, Ryan Richardson is counting his blessings that so many are supporting this years celebration.

Last year, we had this idea to have a big community Thanksgiving here in Brentwood and people really em-braced it, said Richardson, owner of Willys Bagels and Blends. I didnt have to go around asking for help this year. People have been coming up to me asking how they can help out. Especially the families who attended last year they are so excited to share that community spirit with others in need.

But Street Feast is more than a free Thanksgiving meal for those in need. Its a community celebration, a chance to gather with neighbors and give thanks. As the event is open to all, Richardson stresses that anyone looking for a place to go on Thanksgiving is welcome. If you burn the turkey, no problem. Come to Street Feast. If your fl ight to visit family is cancelled and you didnt have a backup plan, no problem. Come to Street Feast. If you dont have any friends in the area, no problem. Come to Street Feast.

New this year is a pickup program to bring East County residents out to Towne Center, the Safeway shop-ping center on Second Street, if they have no other way of getting there.

We dont want to exclude anyone, Richardson said. Were going to have several pickup locations, and well drive you out to the celebration. Especially for our senior citizens who are alone this season and dont have their own transportation, we want to make sure they have the opportunity to share the holiday.

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and Blends in partnership with Cornerstone Fellowship and a multitude of other local businesses, charities and community groups, drew a crowd of more than 400 in its fi rst year, and Richardson has set this years goal at 1,000 guests. The more the merrier. Since Richardson hopes to bring in 120 turkeys for the event, there will be plenty of

food to go around. Hes currently accepting donations at Willys and is tracking the donations with Turkey Count 2011. Its only a tally maintained on a chalkboard behind the counter of the Second Street Willys location, but cus-

The Richardson family, owners of Willys Bagels and Blends in Brentwood, has once again partnering with other local businesses, community organizations and charities to host the community Thanksgiving festival Street Feast.

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District documents the history of Rose Hill Cemetery, now a part of Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve in Antioch. The book by Supervising Naturalist Traci Parent is based on her 30 years of research into the history of the people buried there.

From the 1860s to the turn of the 20th century, Black Dia-mond was the site of Californias largest coal-producing region. Known as the Mount Diablo Coal Field, the area once boasted the fi ve thriving communities of Nortonville, Somersville, Stew-artville, West Hartley and Judsonville.

Created in the early 1860s, Rose Hill served as a Protestant burial ground for the coal fi eld families. Although more than 200 burials have been documented through research, its likely that more internments exist. Once the site of neglect and vandalism, the cemetery and many of its gravestones have been painstak-ingly restored over recent decades by park district rangers.

The result of more than three decades of research through newspaper accounts, obituaries and family histories, Rose Hill: A Comprehensive History of a Pioneer Cemetery is the only comprehensive account of the people interred in the cemetery.

Through the records brought together in the 1,000-plus-page book, details come to light not only of the residents deaths, but of their lives in the remote yet bustling coal mining communities. Accounts of town concerts, weddings and celebrations paint a picture of the lighter side of life in a time when horse-and-buggy was the common mode of transportation, and modern sewage and plumbing were not yet available in this rural community.

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Rose Hill: A Comprehensive History of a Pioneer Cem-etery is available at the Black Diamond Visitor Center for $65. Proceeds from the sale of the book are used for the repair of gravestones in Rose Hill Cemetery.

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A pair of visitors can be seen in this photo of the Rose Hill Cemetery at Black Diamond Mines. Taken in 1939 by Zelma Myrick, the photo looks east toward the Somersville town site.

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Freedom grad makes cash Deal

Most people never wear their high school cap and gown after graduation, but 2011 Freedom High School graduate Ian Jones recently slipped into his gown one last time and walked away with $1,000.

Jones, along with his father, Donald, had no idea that when they set out for Hol-lywood at 2:30 a.m. on July 13, Ian would return to Oakley a Lets Make a Deal winner.

Ian, who dressed as a geeky grad with chunky black glasses, was selected from the crowd by host Wayne Brady to play a game in which he listened to Brady rock some rhymes before deciding to make the deal or not. Based on Bradys lyrical clues, Ian guessed there was a two-wheel mo-torized machine behind Door No. 1. But rather than risk it all, Ian, without hesita-tion, took Bradys counter offer of $1,000 cash. The curtain was pulled back to reveal a sparkling Suzuki Boulevard S32 Cruiser motorcycle, valued at $5,099 but Ian has no regrets.

The motorcycle was really cool, but I need the money, said the Los Medanos College music student. Im in college, so some of the money can go toward that, but I want to use most of it to put toward a mu-sic studio.

An aspiring musician who dabbles in Christian-themed hip hop, Ian said the

experience which included rapping with Brady on stage was pretty amazing. So is the cap and gown his new lucky charm? I was dancing the whole time, trying to pump up the crowds energy during com-mercial breaks, and I was dancing so much that when Wayne called me, I tripped a little and ripped the gown. But that didnt mat-

ter. It seems like good things happen when I wear it.

Donald, dressed as proud grad dad, said it was fun to relive Ians win when the episode aired on Nov. 3. He looks forward to seeing his own appearance on the show, which airs on Nov. 22 though hes sworn to secrecy about whether or not he won big

like his son.During their trip to Hollywood, Ian

and Donald sat in on two tapings of Lets Make a Deal, but the dynamic duo hopes this is only the beginning of their TV career. They plan to audition for The Amazing Race next year, and as soon as Ian turns 21, he plans to audition for Big Brother.

He and I are drawn to these shows and would love the experience and love to share the experience with others, Don-ald said. The prizes are just icing on the cake.

Lets Make a Deal airs on CBS. Check local listings to see Donalds appear-ance next Tuesday.


Oakley resident Ian Jones, above, holds up $1,000 cash after his big win on Lets Make a Deal, hosted by Wayne Brady. Ians father Donald, above right, who also attended the July 13 taping, will appear on the Nov. 22 episode.

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The Discovery Bay Corvette Club (DBCC), known for fast cars and classic chassis, is also celebrated for its chari-table contributions. And this season the club is leading the drive by partnering with Operation Creekside in Brent-wood to brighten the holiday for troops abroad.

Were all very excited about this, said Elaine Stark, Corvette Club public relations coordinator. This is a group that has taken all of our hearts. Were so happy to be involved.

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Its time to hang the twinkling lights and garland, install the snowmen and create a spectacular winter wonderland. The Brentwood Advisory Neighborhood Committee (BANC) is seeking homes within the Brentwood city limits whose front yards capture the spirit of the sea-son.

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More than 100 students from the Brentwood Union School Dis-trict pitched in during the recent Kids Against Hunger packing event in Brentwood. In total, 76,032 freeze-dried meals to be shipped to Haiti and Kenya were packed up during the two-day event. Kids Against Hunger is a nonpro t organization dedicated to providing nutritious meals to malnourished children in developing countries.

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Congressman Jerry McNerney re-cently announced the beginning of the fi fth annual Holiday Cards for Our Troops program. Last year, McNerneys offi ce collected more than 7,000 cards from the communi ty i n s c r i b e d with person-al messages of gratitude to our men and women in uniform at home and overseas.

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In the United States, for the holiday we know as Thanksgiving, 47 million turkeys are sold annually. It is also estimated that as a nation well produce 750 pounds of cran-berries, 1.9 billion pounds of sweet potatoes, and 2.2 billion bushels all of which are popular Thanksgiving side dishes in the calendar year 2011. How and why do these numbers interact with my Mortgage Matters column you ask? Like your Thanksgiving dinner, theyre conversation starters.

In the last few years this conversa-tion has been especially grim, filled with negative facts about the real estate market or the economy in generaljust what you want to hear while celebrating a meal with loved ones. Lets change that this year. Bring to your families attention, or anyone who will listen, the newly revamped see more lenient Keep Your Home California Program.

Founded in February 2011 and man-aged by the California Housing Finance Agency, the program is really ramping up efforts to raise awareness, according to Even Gerberding of Keep Your Home California. With $2 billion dollars of federal stimulus money allocated to assist strug-gling homeowners in California Id say we better get the word out, and get it out fast. Keep Your Home California offers four unique programs for those struggling with their mortgage: They offer up to $3,000 a month for up to six months if youre in between jobs, they offer between $15,000-

$20,000 for those who are behind on their mortgage payments and need to be caught up, they offer up to $50,000 in principal reduction based on a dollar for dollar matching system with your lender so the re-duction could be up to $100,000 and they offer financial aid for moving/relocation costs as a last resort. The program is already in place with over 40 lenders their website lists which banks are currently participating with Keep Your Home California in an effort to ensure these programs are actually put to use, and not just discussed during dinner feasts like Thanksgiving.

So, before grabbing a second serving of the 2.2 billion bushels America produced this year, pick up the phone and grab a serving of the $2 billion dollars California has received to aid ailing homeowners. Scheduled to stay fresh much longer than any leftovers any money not used by 2017 goes back to the federal government a call to 888.954.KEEP (5337) or visit to www.keepyourhomecalifornia.org could just turn out to be more fulfilling than that once a year Thanksgiving dinner conversation with Uncle whats his name.

*Enjoy Thanksgiving and the time with your loved ones. Regardless of your homes financial standing, your family will always stand by you.*

As always, I welcome all questions and or concerns pertaining to real estate lend-ing on my cell phone, 925-726-1444 or via email, [email protected].

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tomers come in regularly to see how the ef-fort is going. Every $8 donation purchases a turkey. As of press time, Richardson re-ported the Turkey Count at 81 only 39 gobblers to go.

In addition to the food, Street Feast offers activities and jump houses for the kids, TVs for catching the big football games, live music, a food pantry and a community closet for those in need of food and warm clothes for the upcoming win-ter season. Donations are being accepted at both Willys locations: on Second Street and West Country Club Drive.

Volunteers are also needed for the event. While Richardson has already as-sembled an army of helping hands, theres always room for one more. Monetary donations and grocery gift cards are also being accepted to ensure theres plenty of food.

Richardson hopes Street Feast will become a Brentwood tradition, and based on the support he has received, it seems

likely that it will have staying power. My family has decided that this is how were going to celebrate Thanksgiving from now on, Richardson said.

We want to host an event for the community because they are the ones that have kept us in business all these years and we want to say thank you. We also know that a lot of people in the community have big hearts and want to help, and they dont necessarily know the best way to do that. With Street Feast, they have a way to directly give back to the people in their community. Its a win-win for everyone.

Street Feast will be held at Brent-wood Towne Center, 1185 Second St., from noon to 4 p.m. To make a donation or volunteer, inquire at Willys, 390 West Country Club Drive and 1155 Second St. For more information, call 925-634-2245 or 925-308-7534.

For information about Street Feast transportation, call Erin York at 209-914-3729.


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Other community groups are rallying to provide Thanksgiving dinners for the community. The following locations are hosting free turkey dinners:Tuesday, Nov. 22

Word of Life Christian Fellowship Church, 4501 OHara Ave. in Brentwood, 6 to 8 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 24Veterans Memorial Hall, 403 W.

Sixth St. in Antioch, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.Bethel Island Scout Hall, 3090 Ranch

Lane Road in Bethel Island, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Veterans Hall, 757 First St. in Brent-wood, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Free turkey dinners


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The Contra Costa County Historic Landmarks Advisory Committee, under the auspices of the Contra Costa County Historical Society, is updating its Historic Resource List (HRL). Students from the Contra Costa Community College District campuses are encouraged to apply to help.

Students with an interest in Califor-nia and local history will fi nd this expe-rience rewarding. The internship consists of work such as updating the HRL, vis-iting and photographing historical sites, researching documents, and updating ownership and condition reports. Histori-cal Society staff, under the guidance of academic instructors, supervises all work. Potential academic credit, but no com-pensation, is available at this time. Interns must provide their own transportation.

Students interested in interning in East County (Brentwood, Byron, Knight-sen, Oakley and Bethel Island) are invit-ed to e-mail Carol Jensen at [email protected]. Those interested in Mid County (Antioch, Pittsburg and Clayton) are invited to e-mail Mellissa Ja-cobsen at [email protected].

For more information about the Historic Landmarks Committee, visit www.contracosta.ca.gov/index.aspx?NID=539.

CCC history project seeks intern help

Wear my what to church?Resurrection Ministries Church

(REZ) in Brentwood recently held its third annual Servant Day also known as Wear Your Grubs to Church Day in which members went out into the local community and performed services such as painting, window washing, yard work and cooking for families in need.

Over 140 members participated this year, said Patti Ryland, one of 17 Servant Day team leaders. The goal is to show Gods love for all people and serve the community in which we live.

Several REZ members spent months organizing the event and developing work orders to service needs in Brent-

wood, Oakley and Discovery Bay. Work orders included moving an elderly cou-ple, handyman work and landscaping at schools affected by budget cuts.

Following their day of service, the teams met back at the church for din-ner to share stories. In these ongoing economic challenges, families and the community at large still struggle to make ends meet, said Ryland. Contributing in this small way can make a big differ-ence for those who are in need.

One recipient of services was the Avalon Vineyards Group Home in Oak-ley. The 5-acre facility is home for six developmentally disabled young adults.

The facility was in desperate need of landscaping and other external tender loving care, said Ryland.

I had an awesome team of 14, she added. Yes, we worked hard, but the best part of the day was taking breaks with the residents. The joy on their faces and in their voices was the most rewarding part of the whole day. I cant wait to do this again next year. Precision Landscaping and Ham-ilton Tree Service contributed resources, tools and supplies to complete the job.

Resurrection Ministries is located at 1275 Fairview Ave. in Brentwood. For more information, visit www.resurrection-brentwood.org.

REZ volunteers and residents of Avalon Vineyards Group Home take a breather following a day of hard work and fellowship.Photo courtesy of Resurrection Ministries

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Barnes & Noble stores across the country invite customers to give the gift of reading to children in need during the companys annual Holiday Book Drive, held through Jan. 1, 2012. The Barnes & Noble Holiday Book Drive provides an opportunity for customers to donate books through locally designated non-profi t organizations.

The drive benefi ts schools, libraries, literacy organizations, family social ser-vice agencies and homeless centers. This year, the Antioch Barnes & Noble, 5709 Lone Tree Way, will be collecting books

for the Salvation Army.The Holiday Book Drive is one of

our most popular community partner-ships, said Sarah DiFrancesco, Barnes & Nobles director of community relations. Our booksellers and customers get to share the pure joy of giving a book to a child in need. And because each Barnes & Noble store chooses its local nonprofi t benefi ciary, the donations are very per-sonal.

To fi nd out how to participate in the Holiday Book Drive, call 925-978-1031 or 925-978-1053.

Holiday Book Drive

The seventh annual Local Artist Collec-tion, which runs Dec. 3 through 21, showcas-es the paintings and photographs of 35 local artists in a diverse, non-themed exhibit. An artist reception will be held Dec. 3 from 2 to 4 p.m. There is no charge for admission.

Participating artists are Rosalinda Grejsen, Jill Ann Cooke, Sherry Cum-mings, Paul Schorr, David E. Fraser, Sam Gill, Ken Tomlin, Lisa Salazar, Julia Starr, Mauricio Ramirez, Mayette Ignacio, San-dy Gangwer, Kathleen Henderson, Sue Clanton, Nordyn Anderson, Julia Offord, Mark Jezierny, Sherry Morris, Kay Kirby, Milian Correa, FROgard Butler, Mark

Pemberton, Elizabeth Westfall, Sheila Fisher, Fred Hoskins, Joel Summerhill, Ramona Kennon-Frink, Sal Valencia, Michelle Ramirez, Sandra Berkson, Lynn Peterson, Jeanne Wallen, Josie OMalley, Jo Cotarelo and Gloria Cannon.

The Lynn House Gallery, located at 809 W. First St. in Antioch (across from the Amtrak Train Station), is open Wednesdays and Saturdays during exhib-its from 1 to 4 p.m. For more informa-tion, visit www.art4antioch.org, call Di-ane Gibson-Gray at the Arts & Cultural Foundation at 925-325-9897 or e-mail [email protected].

Local artists show at Lynn House Gallery


Veterans Day blast from the past

About 200 people came together to honor our nations veterans with a ce-remony that ended with a bang. Three bangs, to be precise.

The shots rang out from a trio of Ci-vil War cannons provided by American Civil War Association member Richard Lawrence and a cadre of re-enactors. The explosions, reportedly heard as far away as downtown Brentwood, punctuated the largest Veterans Day event yet in Veterans Park.

Mayor Bob Taylor thanked the large crowd for braving a cold drizzle and said they represented a cross-section of whats good about America. He drew a round of applause by suggesting that anyone not appreciating the freedom that veterans had provided were free to leave. And theres a few of us out here that would be happy to help you pack your bags, he added.

Those who stayed everyone heard a trio of veterans describe what their ser-vice had meant to them. Coast Guard Commander Sean Kelly, Sr. (of the VFW); Cmdr. Mike Clement (American Legion) and Commandant Don Hester (Marine Corps League) offered their perspectives.

Kelly said his own appreciation for Members of the American Civil War Association red a trio of Civil War cannons to close the Veterans Day observances in Brentwood.

Photo by Steve Todd

by Rick LemyreStaff Writer

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veterans came early in life, when he atten-ded a Veterans Day Parade. I saw all the-se older guys in funny hats in the parade, he said. Everybody clapped when they went by, so I knew they were important men.

The event, a cooperative effort of American Legion Post 202, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10789, Marine Corps League Detachment 1155 and the Brent-wood Parks and Recreation Department, also featured members of the Mt. Diablo High School Junior ROTC, who demons-

trated their skill drilling with rifl es.Music was provided by the Heritage

High School Wind Ensemble and buglers. County Supervisor Mary Piepho, state Sen. Mark DeSaulnier and City Council-man Steve Barr were also on hand.

Its getting bigger every year, and thats great, said Donna Park, who atten-ded with her son Robbie, 4. I hope more people fi nd out about it for next year. If they keep shooting off cannons like that, they will.


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Service animals in public venues are common sights these days in restaurants, movie theaters and sporting events. But when one Brentwood resident recently brought her service dog to Heritage High School, the ordinary took an extraordina-ry turn.

I was sitting in the stands near the football fi eld watching my boys practi-ce, said Jenny Kuban, who is hearing impaired. When I was approached (by school staff) and told that there was a no-dog policy on campus, I explained that my dog was a service animal. He then asked me for her certifi cate and vest and I told him that I was not required to have this.

The conversation continued to esca-late, the police arrived, district offi cials got involved and according to Kuban, she was told to leave the premises despite her insistence that she was legally in the right. ADA (Americans With Disabilities Act) rules had changed, she said, and service animals are no longer required to wear identifying vests or be accompanied by certifi cations.

I explained that they needed to check the ADA and that what they were doing was against the law and discrimina-tory, said Kuban.

It turns out she was right. In March of this year, the ADA issued new regula-

tions pertaining to service animals and their owners rights.

The public may not require docu-mentation, such as proof that the animal has been certifi ed, trained or licensed as a service animal, according to the ADA.

Coincidentally, said LUHSD Su-perintendent Eric Volta, the district has recently been working on revisions to its own policies as they apply to the ADA, and those changes were expected to be presented to the board this week.

As for Kubans situation, Volta doesnt believe her rights were violated. Obviously there was an exchange of words between the district and Ms. Ku-ban, said Volta. But we dont believe she was discriminated against because she and her service animal were allowed to stay at the event.

Kuban said the Heritage High inci-dent was only one of a few incidents she has experienced locally since the ADA guidelines changed. She does, however, plan to purchase a vest for her border collie and has already ordered a copy of her certifi cation in order to avoid future diffi culties.

She will eventually have a vest be-cause people want to pet her all the time, said Kuban, Im just waiting until shes done growing. And Ive already contacted the county for a license. But I think people need to be educated about the changes.


Changes in law cause service-animal dispute


Photo by Rick Lemyre

Mt. Diablo High School Junior ROTC ri e drill team members drew raves for their performance.


Thwarting holiday criminals

The busy holiday season is here, and with it come increased opportunities for criminals. Like police everywhere, the Oakley Police Department urges citizens to be cautious du-ring the holiday shopping season. Amid the distractions and activity, its easy to forget the basics of maintaining safety while shopping and at home.

Opportunity is the criminals key to success. By staying alert and following a few guidelines, your holiday season can remain happy, safe and festive.

Slam shut the criminals window of op-portunity by being aware of your surroundings and potential areas of danger. When storing gifts, view them as cash because thats how a criminal sees them. Theft around the holidays is preventable. Here are crime prevention tips to keep you and your possessions safe:When Shopping Stay alert, and be aware of your surroun-dings. Trust your instincts. If you feel uncomforta-ble with a place or person, get away. Park in a well-lit area. Always lock your vehicle. Minimize the number of valuables left in your vehicle. Keep valuables, electronics and gifts and other theft attractors out of sight. Protect your purse or wallet and clear out unnecessary items. Dont carry large amounts of cash or extra credit cards. Never leave your purse, wallet or cell phone unattended in a public place. Shop with someone. There is safety in num-bers. Discuss with your children what they should do in the event you are separated. Get your keys out and ready when you re-turn to your vehicle. Dont leave your vehicle unattended with the motor running.At Home Install secondary locks on all doors and windows and use them. Keep a master list of all credit cards and other valuables somewhere secure at home. Place lights in dark areas and entrances. Place gifts where they cant be seen from the outside. Avoid opening the door to strangers. Investigate charities before donating. Make online purchases only from trusted, secure websites. When traveling, use timers for lights and ra-dios while youre away. Ask a trusted friend, neighbor, or Neighborhood Watch member to watch your home.After the holidays Pay close attention to bills and report unauthorized charges. Photograph and record the serial numbers of new items and add them to your inven-tory.

To report suspicious activity or get a question answered, call Oakley Dispatch at 925-625-8060.

Rutilio (Rit) R. ZunigaOct. 5, 1924-Oct. 31, 2011

Discovery Bay resident Rutilio Zuniga passed away Monday, Oct. 31, 2011 at John Muir Hospital in Concord. He was born Oct. 5, 1924 in San Francisco, where his parents had emigrated from Nicaragua.

Rutilio enlisted in the United States Marine Corps at the age of 16 and was a proud mem-ber of the 1st Marine Division. He landed and saw action on Guadalcanal in World War II and served in Korea under Lt. Gen. Lewis Chesty Puller in the Chosin Reservoir. Rutilio remained in the Marine Corps Active Reserve, where he retired as a lieutenant colonel after 30 years.

Rutilio was one of the original 25 police of-fi cers hired by the city of Fremont and served the

city proudly for 26 years, retiring as a sergeant in 1985. An active golfer and proud member of Castlewood Country Club for 50 years, he founded the FPD Charity Golf Tournament.

Rutilio is survived by his sons, Rhett and Rick, and daughter Raquel. His energetic spirit will be missed deeply by family and all the many friends he acquired over the years.

A memorial service will be held Tuesday, Nov. 22 at 11 a.m. in Veterans Hall, 757 First St. in Brentwood.

In lieu of fl owers, please send donations to The Wounded Heroes Fund. Checks should be made out to Delta Diablo Detachment 1155, c/o Ed Sutton, 3905 Eagleridge Drive, Antioch, CA 94509-6909. Please include Wounded Heroes Fund in the memo line.ZUNIGA

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But once it was over, I kind of lost it.And while Simmons and James agree it

was defi nitely not a business-as-usual day on campus, they are reluctant to accept the title of hero.

It was emotional; I was emotional, said James. But I just did what the parents of Oakley expect me to do. We just did what we needed to do.

Oakley Superintendent Rick Rogers sees it differently. Despite being confronted with one of the most frightening experiences that any school employee could be faced with, said

Rogers, their quick response and decisive ac-tions saved not only one of our students; they saved a brother and a son. We are so proud of them.

By all accounts, Ignacio is a top ath-lete with no previous health problems. What caused him to collapse remains a mystery. But at Press time, he was recovering in the hospital, eating and drinking on his own and beginning to communicate more readily with his doctors and family.

Although his prognosis remains guard-ed, Ignacios eldest sister, Yanin Solis, said the family remains optimistic and hopeful.

Hes doing good; he is much better, she said. Hes talking a little bit more and he looks good.

In the meantime, Ignacios fi ve siblings are being cared for in their Oakley home by an aunt, while his mother remains with him at the hospital. The Oakley school commu-nity has come together to establish an account in Ignacios name at the Bank of the West in Oakley. A fundraiser for the family is also be-ing planned. To contribute, call OHara Park Middle School at 925-625-5060 or Bank of the West at 925-625-2211.


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Fratus said she contended that the De-partment of Boating and Waterways would be tackling the weed situation, but only in the most needy locations. Those locations, according to Fratus, included only Discovery Bay.

When I asked Mrs. Piepho about Dutch Slough, said Fratus in an e-mail to The Press, she said, Well, you should receive the benefit of the run off of these pellets as the ebb and flow tide carries the residual up and down the river. Well, that didnt work out.

Piepho said she sympathizes with residents such as Fratus.

The plan is to administer Beth-el Island as a treatment area, said Piepho. We are all frustrated at the state and federal bureaucratic process-es, and we are also frustrated with the lack of appropriate funding for these

invasive weeds. But we are thoroughly grateful for DBWs heroic efforts on behalf of the Delta and their efforts to engage with local communities. DBW is working hard to be effective with limited resources and limited legisla-tive authority.

Calls to the DBW were not re-turned at press time.

Efforts to get Reclamation District 799 on board have also been frustrat-ing, added Fratus, although local resi-dent and former RD 799 board mem-ber Diane Shipway believes its myriad elements that make the Bethel Island project so complicated.

Ive been involved with the er-gia densa plant for many years, said Shipway. And I have worked with the DBW to deal with the problem. The problem has always been more plant than money. There is no solution to

the problem, but it can be controlled but a lot of money must be spent which the department does not have. And local agencies do not have the funds or jurisdiction to get involved with the problem.

Its strange how when you want to do a project on the water there are so many agencies that want to oversee it, but when problems arise, none of them have jurisdiction.

Faced with the potential damage to their docks and boats, residents such as Fratus have taken matters into their own hands: cutting and removing the weeds themselves despite warn-

ings from the DBW that such actions will only exacerbate the problem. The weeds, they say, propagate in other lo-cations when left to drift away.

The DBW doesnt want you to pull them but what other choice do we have? said Fratus. I pulled all mine and they came back. It used to be that the weeds would get sucked out with the tides, but not anymore. In a perfect world, the DBW (or in conjunction with the reclamation district) might take care of it. They all need to get to-gether and figure it out. In the mean-time, we deal with it as best we can.


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Were feeling a little neglected out here, and in the past six months its only gotten worse.

Property owner Clark Fratus

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Public input helped build City HallEditor:

I am responding to Pearl Strednis letter regarding our new City Hall struc-ture.

It is important to honor each and every individuals right to hold an opin-ion. But lets get the facts straight. Her statement that Brentwood residents did not have an input on this huge project is grossly in error of the truth.

I attended three town hall meetings in which many aspects of the project were discussed and input given by the public. These meetings were widely published and well attended. I know without a single doubt that our ideas were incorporated into the overall master plan because I see them in the soon-to-be fi nished buildings and park.

She also misstates that the build-ings are too big and look out of place with all the other surroundings. This is architecturally and artistically erroneous. I was part of several public committees that went to great lengths to incorpo-rate the surrounding architecture, color schemes and overall town feeling into the new buildings.

It is my opinion that these structures are successful in meeting the goals set forth by Brentwood residents.

Greg RuizBrentwood

Livermore has moreEditor:

My wife and I drove through down-town Livermore yesterday and we were amazed on how wonderful their old town was. Not only was it beautiful; it was thriving. Our next thought was what a shame that Brentwood didnt follow suit.

Years ago, I commented in a letter to the editor on how the City of Brentwood should pattern their planning after Los Gatos in designing a quaint downtown and now I am holding Livermore up as an even better example. But oh no, instead, our city erects a huge Taj Mahal

for themselves and removes the symbol of old-town living the park with a gazebo.

Nice going, City Council; you missed a huge opportunity and you should all be replaced at the next elec-tion.

Ron UlriciBrentwood

Homecoming heroesEditor:

On behalf of the 2011-12 Leader-ship class, I would like to thank the following businesses and individuals for their continuous support of the Liberty High School Leadership Class and the traditions that make Brentwood what it is. Without such community support, the tradition of excellence and community involvement, as represented through the annual Homecoming Parade, could not continue.

First, we would like to thank His & Hers Formal Wear, located in Brent-wood, for providing the tuxedos that our Homecoming Court princes wore during the rally, parade, game and dance. His & Hers Formal Wear owner Annette Beck-strand has been a supporter of Liberty endeavors since the opening of her busi-ness, and we couldnt do it without her.

A new but important sponsor of this years Homecoming was Elements Salon in Discovery Bay. The stylists at Ele-ments generously donated their services to this years Homecoming Court prin-cesses, providing hair and makeup for the rally and parade. We hope to continue our relationship with Elements in the upcoming years and thank it for all the beautiful work.

Throughout the school year, Delta Fence generously donates fencing for dances, academy events, and most recently, Homecoming. Delta Fence has provided fencing for the Liberty Home-coming fl oat building, parade and dance for the last 10 years. The owners and employees of Delta Fence exhibit the kind of giving back that makes this com-munity great.

Special thanks go out to Brentwood Florists and Gifts, which generously do-nated the fl owers for this years festivities. The annual Revealing of the Red Rose

could not have occurred without its gener-ous donation. We are grateful for the sup-port of Brentwood Florists and Gifts.

Without the assistance of the Brentwood Police Department, the yearly Homecoming festivities would not be a possibility. Though the depart-ment is busy with its own endeavors, the offi cers generously take time out of their schedule to assist in the preparation and execution of the annual parade.

In recent years, Diggers Diner has been a continual source of support for Liberty Leadership. It has hosted the breakfasts for the Homecoming Court as well as Mr. Liberty and Liberty Idol contestants. This donation went above and beyond the expectation and is very much appreciated.

Additionally, we would like to thank the following individuals and businesses for the time and effort on our behalf: Bill Brandt Ford for its donation of convert-ibles for the parade; Ronnie Boyce and the LHS Maintenance Department for their tireless efforts on behalf of Liberty; Wayne Reeves for procuring lights for fl oat building; Manny Lopez, Jesse Orte-ga and Cindy Powell for serving as fl oat judges; Curtis Cunningham for serving as our parade announcer within Ohm-stead Field; and fi nally, to Ana Gutierrez for serving as our mistress of ceremonies at the Homecoming Parade.

Thanks to the following downtown Brentwood businesses that allowed Lib-erty students to decorate the storefronts along the parade route, spreading Liber-ty spirit throughout the city: Book Bust-ers, Brentwood Emporium, Brentwood Press, Brentwood Taxes, Co. Co. County Wine Company, Crme de la Gem, Delta Cinema, The Game, His & Hers Formal Wear, Joses Barber Shop, Kendall Au-tomotive, Little Miss Everything, Love for Learning, MJs downtown, Sunfl ower Antiques, and WR Properties.

The Liberty Homecoming tradi-tion continues because of the support of the Liberty Union High School District employees and Board of Trustees, as well as the administration of Liberty High School Pat Walsh, Sara Branstetter, Ilene Foster, Sandra Guardado and Matt LaFleur.

I hope that the community of Brent-

wood enjoyed this years Homecoming festivities and will continue to join us in the years to come. Homecoming is a tradition that distinguishes Brentwood from its neighbors and reminds us all of why we live here. Go, Lions!

Summer RodriguezDirector of Student Activities

Liberty High School

Caring for the CureEditor:

Discovery Bay Womens Golf Club recently hosted its 15th annual Rally for the Cure golf tournament. The event attracted 136 players, and during a luncheon raffl e and silent auction they raised $10,000 for Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Thanks go out to all the ladies who played golf and the local Discov-ery Bay and Brentwood businesses that sponsored golf holes or generously made donations:

Discovery Bay Country Club; Service Painting; US Bank, Discovery Bay Safeway; Home Care Inc.; La Playa Boutique and Tanning Salon; Harvest Park Bowl; Dr. Michael Todorovic, DDS; Athenas Hair Studio; Liberty Dental; Winslow Research Institute; Surdez Insurance Service; Kaleidoscope; Lone Tree Golf and Event Center; Sue Emmett, trainer; The Golf Club at Roddy Ranch; Brentwood Yoga Center; Trader Joes; Discovery Bay Chiropractic and Sport Center; Glenn Hoffman, State Farm; and Craig Willams.

Cathy Ambrose-FanceyRally Ambassador

Discovery Bay Womens Golf Club

Thanks for rescue supportEditor:

Thank you for the wonderful article regarding Nakoma (Buffalo gets new home to roam).

We would like to personally thank the University of California Davis Large Animal Services (Kris Flores, Dr. Lane and their amazing crew), Lynette Belt, Craig Morrison, Cory Mullen and Shari Roder for all their help.

Without the effort of everyone involved, we could never have made this happen.

The Ward FamilyKnightsen

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Heritage volleyball enjoys playoff success

It hasnt been easy, but the Heritage High girls volleyball team has trudged along through the North Coast Section playoffs.

After the sixth-seeded Patriots dispatched the tournaments No. 11 seed, Castro Valley, Heritage advanced to upset No. 3 seed Califor-nia on Saturday in four sets: 23-25, 26-24, 25-21, 25-18.

Senior setter Chelsey Hancock was cred-ited with 45 assists, 18 digs, three aces and fi ve blocks. Senior outside hitter Savannah Shelton made 16 kills and eight digs. Sophomore out-side hitter Colleen Hannigan also had a great night, coming up with 23 kills and 10 digs.

Prior to that game, the Patriots clawed back to defeat Castro Valley.

Heritage won 25-18 and 25-17 in the fi rst two games, then lost games three and four by scores of 25-19. The Patriots edged out the Tro-jans in the fi nal match 15-13. Hancock record-ed 25 assists, 13 digs and four blocks. Shelton contributed 13 kills, fi ve digs and four blocks.

The Patriots hosted second-seeded San Ramon Valley on Wednesday. For results, visit www.thepress.net.Other BVAL resultsFoothill 3, Deer Valley 1

Deer Valley claimed a 25-19 victory in the

fi rst game of Saturdays second-round matchup against top-seeded Foothill, but the No. 8 Wol-verines dropped the next three games 25-11, 25-12 and 25-22.

Senior outside hitter Marissa Malone had an outstanding night for Deer Valley, notch-ing 14 kills and eight digs. Junior setter Megan Santos made 29 assists and nine digs.

In the fi rst round, the Wolverines started tentatively against No. 9 Irvington, but re-deemed themselves.

Deer Valley bounced back from a slow start to topple visiting the Vikings in four games 20-25, 25-13, 25-16 and 25-12.

Malone notched 14 kills and 12 digs; ju-nior outside hitter Chanelle Washington made fi ve kills and 12 digs; and Santos fi nished with 28 assists. Head coach Lou Panzella was espe-cially pleased with the all-around effort of se-nior outside hitter Rachel Roskelley.Monte Vista 3, Liberty 0

Libertys season, in which it went 7-3 in league play, has come to an end after a fi rst-round defeat at the hands of Monte Vista in straight sets 25-16, 25-19, 25-21.

Senior Ana-Silvia Vega contributed 10 kills and 15 digs for the Lions; junior outside hitter Taylor Scriven made 15 digs; and fresh-man middle blocker Idara Akpakpa was cred-ited with fi ve blocks.


Heritage Highs Nia Jogopulous, left, and Ali Stoltz reach to block a shot from Castro Valleys Bianca Higuera during their playoff match.

Photo by Kevin Bartram

by Justin LaffertyStaff Writer

Bell Trophy stays at Freedom for sixth straight year

It didnt take long for Freedom to re-establish its dominance in what has been a one-sided rivalry with Liberty.

The Falcons scored twice in the fi rst fi ve minutes of Thursdays game and nev-er looked back in a 34-10 victory over the Lions in the 14th annual Bell Game. This is the sixth year in a row that Freedom has earned the right to keep the Bell Trophy, and the team is 10-4 when squaring off against Liberty.

We had our ups and downs, head coach Kevin Hartwig said, but at the end of the day, we just sucked it up and made some big plays.

Freedom advances to the North Coast Section playoffs on Friday to host California. The Falcons are the eighth-seeded team in the bracket; the Grizzlies are the ninth seed.

The regular season fi nale was not, however, without its adversity for the Fal-cons (9-1, 4-1 Bay Valley Athletic League). In the second quarter, junior quarterback Dante Mayes hurt his right knee on a one-yard run and did not return.

Senior receiver Stephen Rodriguez, Freedoms quarterback in the teams 2009 Bell Game victory, took over under center

after Mayes injury. Rodriguez had a rough second quarter, but got into a groove in the second half, fi nishing 6-for-9 passing for 89 yards and one interception.

We did it as a team effort, Rodri-guez said. We all rallied around and kept

going.The Lions (3-7, 1-4 BVAL) did their

best to slow Freedoms momentum. Se-nior halfback Joseph Canady, after a 57-yard fi rst quarter run, fi nished things off fi ve plays later on a one-yard run to the

end zone. The Lions scored again right before halftime on a 35-yard fi eld goal by senior Kyle Rainsford, but by that point Freedom had built a 24-10 lead.

I love our senior class, Liberty head coach Nate Smith said. I feel like they worked really hard all year. Im really sad to see them graduate and I wish we couldve ended on a higher note tonight.Junior varsity

Touchdowns from Nick Garcia and Joe Johnson allowed Freedoms JV team to hold on for a 23-16 victory over Lib-erty.

I feel good about the season, said Falcons head coach Don Birk. They played really well all year long.

Liberty got solid efforts from Dan Williams and Ivan Oseguera, each of whom scored a touchdown.

I think the kids learned a lot, Li-ons head coach Ramon Jackson said of his teams season. They found out who they were.

Freedom ended its season 8-2; Lib-erty 2-7.Freshmen

Bell Games of the future might look more promising for Liberty, as its fresh-man team claimed a 34-14 victory over Freedom.

For the full story, visit www.thepress.net.

A trio of Falcons tackle Liberty running back Caleb Moravec on Thursday night. Freedoms defense performed well, allowing the Lions to score just 10 points.

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Panthers cant stop PiratesAntioch senior receiver Josh Oseguera

caught nine passes for 173 yards, but the Panthers were unable to stop a powerful Pittsburg offense on Friday night.

The Pirates claimed a fi fth straight victory in the 93rd annual Big Little Game with a 38-20 win. Pittsburg also became Bay Valley Athletic League champions for the second year in a row.

Pittsburg (7-3, 4-1 BVAL) senior quar-terback Malik Watson fi nished 11-for-20 passing for 213 yards, two touchdowns and

an interception. Watsons primary target was senior Terrance Barnes, who caught fi ve passes for 111 yards and one score. More notably, Barnes claimed the Pirates single-season receiving record on Friday.

The Panthers (6-4, 1-4 BVAL) will get one more shot at Pittsburg on Saturday, as Antioch drew the No. 12 seed in the North Coast Section playoffs and face the fi fth-seeded Pirates in Pittsburg.

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Antioch senior receiver Josh Oseguera tries to haul in a pass on Friday night.

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Heritage rallies past DV

The Deer Valley and Heritage foot-ball teams entered Thursdays regular sea-son fi nale both at 4-5 (2-2 in Bay Valley Athletic League play). They also entered assuming that nothing short of a win

would qualify them for the North Coast Section playoffs.

The Patriots needed an onside kick, a last-minute touchdown and a missed Wol-verine fi eld goal attempt, but the breaks fell their way and Heritage escaped Deer

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Heritage running back Devin Hope struggles for yardage against Deer Valley. Hope scored the go-ahead touchdown for the Patriots.

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Three local athletes recently signed their letters of intent to attend major Division I universities. Heritage swimmer Madison Applegate, above, who nished fth in the 100-yard butter y event in the 2011 North Coast Section Championship meet, has chosen to attend UCLA. Applegate, seen here shaking hands with Principal Larry Oshodi, signed the letter of intent to become a Bruin in a ceremony with her relatives, friends, teammates and coaches. She said she chose UCLA because shes always wanted to live in Southern California. Freedom pitcher Joe Navil-hon, bottom right, seen here with his mother and father, Sue and Larry, and Falcons head coach Gary Alexander, will play for Cal State Fullerton. Navilhon, whose father also pitched for the Titans, said hes excited to be-come part of Fullertons storied baseball tradition. Navilhon held batters to a .207 batting average in 2011 and racked up a team-high 31 strikeouts. Heritage softball pitcher Lisa Rodrigues, top right, a rst-team all-league selection last year, signed her letter of intent to attend the University of New Mexico. Rodrigues is pictured at the celebration with father Dan, sister Stephanie and mother Patty. Rodrigues said she chose to become a Lobo because it felt like the best choice out of the schools she considered.

Athletes ink futures

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Bell Games fun

Photo by Richard Wisdom

Liberty running back Caleb Moravec, above, stands up after being an-nounced by head coach Nate Smith as a senior Lion during the Bell Game Luncheon, an annual tradition for players from Liberty and Free-dom put on by the Kiwanis Club of Brentwood. Above right, Libertys Ben Burgess, who hasnt played in 13 years, brings down Freedoms Chad Combs during the inaugural Alumni Bell Game. The Lions claimed a 9-3 victory over the Freedom alumni in the game, which raised funds for both schools athletic departments. Above far right, participants of the second annual Bell Game Run take off from the Liberty High School track. The event attracted 65 par-ticipants ages 10 to 67, who ran the four-mile course from Liberty to Freedom. Fastest times were posted by Tommy Greenless, who nished in less than 20 minutes, and Andrew Kadavy both from Walnut Creek. Proceeds from the event bene ted both schools track and eld programs.

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is not confined to the gridiron

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Valley with a 21-20 victory. A fourth-and-one two-yard touchdown plow from junior halfback Devin Hope gave the Pa-triots the fi nal lead with about 15 seconds left.

On that key play, Heritage senior quarterback Carson Cleverly took the snap, turned around and faced multiple options for the handoff. It was Hopes number that was called.

At fi rst, I didnt think it was coming to me, Hope said. But when I saw (Clev-erly) turn around, I knew I was getting it. So I got the ball, found a hole and ran

through it as fast as I could.The victory gave Heritage (5-5, 3-2

BVAL) a berth in the playoffs. The Patri-ots, a No. 11 seed, travel to Danville to face sixth-seeded Monte Vista on Saturday.

Deer Valley (4-6, 2-3 BVAL) scored on the fi rst play of the fourth quarter off a three-yard run from junior back Davonte Boyd. Sophomore quarterback Nsimba Webster scored on the Wolverines next possession to open up a 20-9 lead.

A 14-yard touchdown run on a re-verse from Heritage senior receiver Ke-jhan Clayton cut the lead to 20-15 with only fi ve minutes to go. It was Claytons

second score of the night. Unable to stop the clock, Heritage executed a sneak on-side kick as senior kicker Jordan Fovel fooled the Wolverines and allowed Heri-tage to keep the ball.

Its how Ive always done it, Fovel said. Im more comfortable pushing it right than going left across my body. Plus, we have faster guys on that side.

A short kick, nice return and 15-yard facemask penalty put Deer Valley in po-sition to attempt a fi eld goal from out-side 40 yards. But sophomore Christian Quintanillas boot was too low from the beginning. When it fell short, Heritage

had beaten Deer Valley for the second consecutive season.

I think they got tired, Heritage head coach Jeff Haagenson said of Deer Valleys defense. I dont want to say that they quit. I dont think they did. But they got tired from the same plays going at them. Our guys tightened up some shots. But we were running the same plays.Junior varsity

Heritage took advantage of early mistakes to beat Deer Valley 14-6. The Patriots wrapped up their season at 8-2, while the Wolverines fi nished 4-5-1.


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East County Lions tangle with AntiochThe East County Youth Football Li-

ons Junior Midget season ended Saturday in Fairfi eld with an exciting but heartbreak-ing 25-20 loss to Deer Valley in the fi rst round of the playoffs.

The Lions responded to an opening score by Deer Valley. Quarterback Dominic Mather threw completions of 32 yards to re-ceiver Kyle Wise and 21 yards to tight end Isaac Freytes.

Nico Zanarini plunged into the end zone from two yards and Mather kicked the conversion to give the Lions an 8-6 lead. Mather hit receiver Jared Rodgers in stride for a 34-yard touchdown and the Lions took a 14-6 lead into halftime. The Lions de-fense led by Ivan Collaco, Emiliano Diaz and Anthony Gripe made a strong show-ing against the pesky wing offense of Deer Valley.

Zanarini grinded out several tough yards, setting up a Mather quarterback sneak to set up the Junior Midget Lions with a 20-19 lead into the fourth quarter. But Deer Val-ley scored with 12 ticks left on the clock to end the Lions hopes of moving on.

The Lions, fi nishing the season with a 7-3 record, were in a position to win all three of those losses at the end of those games. The boys truly were an inspiration to their parents and coaches and have built a solid foundation for the Midget team next year.

After fi nishing the regular season un-

defeated, the East County Lions Pee Wee team started their playoff run with a 32-0 thumping of a tough Antioch team. The dominant rushing of Ronnie Rivers, Baylei Coston and DAnte Killian led the Lions offense.

Rivers also connected with Abel Ordaz on a 32-yard touchdown pass. Adri-

an Guitron booted all four of the Lions two-point kicks. Defensively, the Lions broke Antiochs will with tremendous pres-sure as they forced three turnovers. Devan Lance made a leaping interception to stop one drive and Travis Baxter forced a fumble that was recovered by Rivers and turned into a Lions TD.

The Lions linebacking corps of Cole Zanarini, Harlan Rashada, Baxter, Ordaz and Coston made tackle after tackle as the Antioch offense couldnt get anything going all day. The Lions now play in the semifi nal game against a fast West County Spartans team. The stakes: a bid to the Turkey Bowl.

The Jr. Pee Wees played their last football game this season, fi nishing with a heartbreaking loss to the San Ramon T-Birds 27-16. After holding the T-Birds to a one-touchdown lead in the fi rst half, the Lions came back hard, pushing the score to 16-14 in their favor. The boys fought with everything they had, but made a couple of mistakes, which the T-Birds took advan-tage of and scored.

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Two Delta Patriots teams from the West Division took home conference titles this past week, both avenging reg-ular-season losses to the Delta Valley Wolfpack.

The Starts West squad put the ham-mer down in a 14-0 victory and Rookies West dominated with a 24-0 win.

The explosive Rookies West offense was led by quarterback Max Lawrence, who scored one rushing touchdown and

threw a TD pass to Blaine Bumbaca. Running backs Josh Capps and Anthony Kimmins each added second half rushing TDs. The defense smothered the Wolf-pack, led by Bryan Gliedts tackling plus and two interceptions by Jordan Crear.

The Starts and Rookies West head to the Super Bowl on Saturday to face the Tracy Buccaneers for the league champi-onship.

Contributed by Eric Yunck

Pats prepare for Super Bowl Outside linebacker Bryan Gliedt makes one of many key tackles to help the Delta Patriots Rookies West defeat the Delta Valley Wolfpack and secure the conference championship.Photo courtesy of DeAnne Gliedt

The Brentwood Oakley Youth Football League Jr. Pee Wee team celebrates after claiming a huge victory in the recent Pen-insula Pop Warner Jr. Pee Wee Championship. The Falcons toppled the Paci ca Tigersharks 24-12. The Jr. Pee Wee squad is looking forward to the Regional Championship this weekend.

BOYFL Falcons finish first

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Had we not done this when we did, the money would be gone to the state and we wouldnt be standing here right now, Eldredge said.

The project was the result of years of input from bus

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