www.montereycountynow.com JANUARY 15-21, 2026 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY 41 classifieds Legal Notices Noble McCain, Law Office of Michelle Noble McCain a Prof. Law Corp, P.O. Box 65, Aromas, CA 95004, 831-772-8300. Publication dates: Jan. 8, 15, 22, 2026. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF WILLARD LEE MCATEE: Case Number 25PR000636. Filed Dec. 23, 2025. To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of WILLARD LEE MCATEE. A PETITION FOR PROBATE HAS BEEN FILED BY: TONI M. SPRADLING in the Superior Court of California, County of Monterey. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: TONI M. SPRADLING be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on Feb. 18, 2026 at 9:00am in Dept 13. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Monterey, 1200 Aguajito Rd, Monterey, CA 93940. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Steven M. Mudd, 306 Capitol Street, Salins, CA 93901, 831-754- 1431. Publication dates: Jan. 8, 15, 22, 2026. Bulk Transfer NOTICE OF INTENDED BULK TRANSFER: (Business and Professions Code Section 24073). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that HISAYUKI MURAMATSU and YUKO MURAMATSU, husband and wife whose business address is 209 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 intend to transfer to PONCE HOSPITALITY GROUP LLC, a California limited liability company, whose address is 1728 Lowell Street, Seaside, CA 93955, certain property located at 209 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, and described generally as: alcoholic beverage license and all the trade fixtures, equipment, inventory and supplies of that certain business known as MAX’S GRILL. During the three (3) years immediately past, transferors have conducted business under the following names at the following address: MAX’S GRILL 209 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950. The aforementioned transfer will be consummated on or after February 28, 2026, at the law offices of JRG Attorneys at Law, 318 Cayuga Street, Salinas, CA 93901. The bulk sale is subject to Business and Professions Code Section 24073 et al. Claims of creditors may be filed with JRG Attorneys at Law at the above address. The purchase price or consideration in connection with the sale of the business and transfer of the license, is the sum of $110,000, including inventory estimated at $10,000. THIS BULK TRANSFER INCLUDES A LIQUOR LICENSE TRANSFER. ALL CLAIMS MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO THE DATE ON WHICH THE NOTICE OF TRANSFER OF THE LIQUOR LICENSE IS RECEIVED BY ESCROW AGENT FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL. TRANSFEREE: PONCE HOSPITALITY GROUP LLC, A California limited liability company, By: /s/ Miguel A. Ponce, Dated:1/7/2026. Miguel Angel Ponce, Member and Authorized Representative. Publication date January 15, 2026 Summons CITATION FOR PUBLICATION UNDER WELFARE AND INSTITUTIONS CODE SECTION 294: Case Number 25JD000100, Case name BABY BOY KIRCHER. To BRANDY KIRCHER AKA BRANDY LAVENDUSKY, Mother, DOB 12/29/1991 and ANYONE CLAIMING TO BE THE FATHER and anyone claiming to be a parent of BABY BOY KIRCHER born on October 10, 2025 at Salinas Valley Health, Salinas, CA. A Hearing will be held on March 17, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. in Dept 10 located at Superior Court of California, County of, Monterey, 240 Church Street, Salinas, CA 93901. At the hearing the court will consider the recommendations of the social worker or probation officer. The social worker or probation officer will recommend that your child be freed from your legal custody so that the child may be adopted. If the court follows the recommendation, all your parental rights to the child will be terminated. You have the right to be present at the hearing, to present evidence, and you have the right to be represented by an attorney. If you do not have an attorney and cannot afford to hire one, the court will appoint an attorney for you. If the court terminates your parental rights, the order may be final. The court will proceed with this hearing whether or not you are present. Dated Jan. 07, 2026. Clerk, by Leslie Camacho, Deputy. Attorneys: Susan K. Blitch, County Counsel #187761, Andrew J. Price, Deputy County Counsel #298665, 168 W. Alisal St, 3rd Floor, Salinas, CA 93901- 2439, 831-755-5045. Publication dates Jan. 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 2026. Trustee Sale Title Order No.: LTTSG2500769 Trustee Sale No.: 88453 Loan No.: 399198126A APN: 420221- 028-000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/5/2018 . UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 2/ 10/2026 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALISTS, AS TRUSTEE as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 7/12/2018 as Instrument No. 2018030673 in book N/A, page N/A of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Monterey County, California, executed by: DREAM HOMES BY THE SEA LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY , as Trustor THE EVERGREEN ADVANTAGE, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY , 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). At: Outside the Main entrance of the Monterey County Administration building located at 168 West Alisal Street, Salinas, CA 93901, NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE û continued all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WEDNESDAY JANUARY 28, 2026, 3:00 pm 300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA PACIFIC GROVE MEETINGS ARE CONDUCTED IN PERSON AT CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBER AND VIRTUALLY. PLEASE NOTE THE MEETING WILL PROCEED AS NORMAL EVEN IF THERE ARE TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES ACCESSING ZOOM. THE CITY WILL DO ITS BEST TO RESOLVE ANY TECHNICAL ISSUES AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE. THE VIRTUAL MEETING IS COMPLIANT WITH THE GOVERNOR’S EXECUTIVE ORDERS ALLOWING FOR A DEVIATION OF TELECONFERENCE RULES REQUIRED BY THE BROWN ACT. More information and access to the HRC meeting can be accessed via the City’s website: www.cityofpacificgrove.org/about‑city/boards‑commissions/ historic‑resources‑committee The City of Pacific Grove Historic Resources Committee (HRC) will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at the Pacific Grove City Hall Council Chambers, 300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 to consider the following: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the HRC will hold a public hearing to consider an Architectural Permit and Historic Preservation Permit for a property at 123 12th Street. Address: 123 12th Street, Pacific Grove (APN 006‑184‑010‑000) Application: Architectural Permit / Historic Preservation Permit (AP/HPP) 25‑0098 Application Filing Date: May 2, 2025 Description: Proposed increase in gross floor area with no change to the building foot‑ print, exterior window modifications, and an interior remodel of an existing two‑story single‑family residence listed on the Historic Resources Inventory. The project is exempt from a Coastal Development Permit (CDP) per PGMC §23.90.040(a). Zone District/General Plan Designation: R‑3‑PGR / High Density Residential (19.8 du/ac) Coastal Zone: Yes CEQA Status: The proposed project is found to be exempt under the CEQA Guidelines Categorical Exemptions, Sections 15301(e), Class 1, Existing Facilities and 15331, Class 31, Historical Resource Restoration/Rehabilitation Applicant: Aaron Tollefson (Designer) Staff Reference: Anna Bornstein, Associate Planner 831.648.3189 | abornstein@cityofpacificgrove.org Notice Dated: January 15, 2026 If you have any questions about this item, please call the staff contact listed above at the Community Development Department (831) 648‑3183. Please note that Section 65009(b)(2) of the California Government Code provides that legal challenges to the City’s action on this project may be limited to only those issues raised in testimony during the public hearing process. The City of Pacific Grove does not discriminate against people with disabilities. This decision is subject to the appeal provisions of the Pacific Grove Municipal Code Sec. 23.90.100. Notice of Public Hearing County of Monterey Planning Commission NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the County of Monterey, State of California will hold a public hearing to consider taking action on the project described below. The hearing will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at the hour of 9:00 am In addition to attending in person, public participation will be available by electronic and/ or telephonic means. The agenda for the Planning Commission meeting will provide information on how the public may observe and provide testimony telephonically, electronically, or in person in the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors’ Chambers, Government Center, 168 West Alisal Street, Salinas, CA 93901. At least 72 hours ahead of the meeting, the agenda will be posted at 168 West Alisal Street, Salinas, CA 93901 and on the following Address: https://monterey.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Any and all persons interested in participating in the public hearing on the project are encouraged to submit comments via email to pchearingcomments@countyofmonterey.gov by 5:00 pm the Tuesday prior to the Planning Commission hearing to facilitate distribution of the comments to the Commission. Project Name: ASHKAR KAMRAN F & ZOHORI FLOURA TALEB; Project File No.: PLN240369; Project Planner: Joseph Alameda (831) 783‑7079 or alamedaj@coun‑ tyofmonterey.gov; Project Description: Consider the construction of a 3,750 square foot single‑family dwelling with a 777 square foot attached garage and associated site improvements, including the removal of 12 protected trees.; Project Location: 2972 Colton RD, Pebble Beach (Assessor’s Parcel Number 007‑512‑028‑000), Greater Monterey Peninsula Area Plan; Proposed CEQA Action: Find the project Categorically Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15303, and there are no exceptions under Section 15300.2 Project Name: SALINAS 101 LLC (THE SOBEL COMPANY INC); Project File No.: PLN180441‑AMD1; Project Planner: McKenna Bowling (831) 755‑5298 or bowlingmr@countyofmonterey.gov; Project Description: Consider an Amendment and two‑year Extension of a previously approved Combined Development Permit (PLN180441) that consisted of: 1) Standard Subdivision and Vesting Tentative Map to divide a 17.92 acre Light Commercial (LC) zoned parcel into ten LC zoned parcels; a 2) General Development Plan and Use Permit to allow a total of 98,926 square feet of mixed commercial space including four retail buildings, four quick serve restaurants, a fueling station and a motel; a 3) Use Permit to allow construction of a pylon sign; 4) a Variance to increase the allowable height of main structures on Parcel 7 from 35 feet to 45 feet; a 5) Variance to increase the allowable pylon sign height from 35 feet to 57 feet; and a 6) Variance to increase the allowable pylon sign dimensions to 768 square feet. This Amendment includes revising the Vesting Tentative Map to reconfigure parcels, amending the General Development Plan to include three truck fueling stations and altered building footprints, and modifications to Harrison Road for driveway access.; Project Location: 101 Sala Road & Harrison Road, Salinas (Assessor’s Parcel Number 113‑091‑017‑000), Greater Salinas Area Plan; Proposed CEQA Action: Considering an Addendum together with the previously adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH. No. 2023090503) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines sections 15162 and 15164. Project Name: SOUTH COUNTY AREA PLAN AND CENTRAL SALINAS VALLEY AREA PLAN AMENDMENTS; Project File No.: REF260001 (PLN250139‑DEP & PLN190243); Project Planner: Fionna Jensen (831) 796‑6407 or jensenf1@countyofmonterey.gov; Project Description: Consider early assessment of a proposed 2010 General Plan Amendment to 1) amend Sectional District Map 79 and South County Area Plan Figure LU9 to rezone and redesignate four parcels (APNs: 423‑381‑006‑000, 423‑381‑007‑000, 423‑381‑008‑000, and 423‑381‑009‑000) from light commercial properties (LC) to low‑density residential (LDR/1); and 2) amend the Central Salinas Valley Area Plan to create a Special Treatment Area over APN: 420‑063‑014‑000 to allow up to 20,000 square feet of outdoor commercial cannabis cultivation.; Project Location: 68202, 68210, 68218, & 68226 INTERLAKE RD, BRADLEY, CA 93426 & 50700 THOMPSON CANYON ROAD, KING CITY, CA 93930 (Assessor’s Parcel Number 423‑381‑006‑000, 423‑381‑007‑000, 423‑381‑008‑000, 423‑381‑009‑000, 420‑063‑014‑000, 420‑063‑014‑000), South County Area Plan & Central Salinas Valley Area Plan,; Proposed CEQA Action: Find early assessment of the project Statutorily Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15262. Project Name: LEATON MICHAEL GUY & TRACY PIAZZA LEATON; Project File No.: PLN230339; Project Planner: McKenna Bowling (831) 755‑5298 or bowlingmr@countyofmonterey.gov; Project Description: Consider a Lot Line Adjustment between two (2) legal lots of record consisting of Parcel A (APN: 241‑142‑001‑000; 1.59 acres) and Parcel B (APN: 241‑142‑002‑000; 1.36 acres), resulting in two parcels containing 1.73 acres (Adjusted Parcel A) and 1.22 acres (Adjusted Parcel B); and to clear Code Enforcement case 23CE00194 with Restoration of 6 Monterey Pines and development on slopes in excess of 30 percent on Adjusted Parcel B; and consider after‑the‑fact conversion of an unpermitted guesthouse to a detached 320 square foot garden shed on slopes in excess of 30 percent on Adjusted Parcel A.; Project Location: 58 MT DEVON RD, CARMEL, CA 93923 (Assessor’s Parcel Number 241‑142‑001‑000 & 241‑142‑002‑000) Carmel Area Land Use Plan,Coastal Zone; Proposed CEQA Action: Find the project Categorical Exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines sections 15305(a) and 15303, and there are no exceptions pursuant to Section 15300.2 IF YOU CHALLENGE THIS MATTER IN COURT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES YOU OR SOMEONE ELSE RAISED AT THE PUBLIC HEARING DESCRIBED IN THIS PUBLIC NOTICE OR IN WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION AT OR BEFORE THE PUBLIC HEARING. Si necesita la traducción de este aviso o requiere la asistencia de un intérprete durante la reunión, comuníquese con el Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Comunitario del Condado de Monterey ubicado en el Centro de Gobierno del Condado de Monterey, 1441 Schilling Place, segundo piso, Salinas, CA 93901 o por teléfono al (831) 755‑5025. La solicitud se deberá hacer lo más pronto posible, y no menos del mínimo de 24 horas de anticipo para cualquier reunión. Después de su solicitud, la asistente hará el esfuerzo para acomodar la asistencia de un intérprete o asistirá con la traducción de este aviso. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT: County of Monterey Housing and Community Development, 1441 Schilling Place, South 2nd Floor Salinas CA 93901 (831) 755‑5025
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