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_.. . ... ......... ......... ........._._... _.. ._.._. __ ...... ....... ........ ........ ........_. ............. ..._._...._. ......... ......... ................. .. .......................... :: . Contra TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Cast FROM: PHIL BATCHELOR County County Administrator j DATE: October 13, 1998 SUBJECT: DISPOSITION OF THE RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING Specific Request(s) or Recommendations) & Background & Justification RECOMMENDATIONS: 1. ACKNOWLEDGE receipt of report from County Administrator regarding the status of the proposed sale of the Riverview High School Building. 2. CONSIDER Summary of Proposals for the purchase of the Riverview High School Building prepared by the Public Works Department. 3. DIRECT staff regarding further actions or negotiations. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION/BACKGROUND: On July 14, 1998 Supervisor Canciamilla reported to the Board of Supervisors on the proposal of the Antioch Historical Society to acquire the Riverview High School Building through a lease purchase arrangement (previous Board Order attached). Supervisor Canciamilla recommended that County staff and his office be directed to work with the Historical Society to develop a five-year lease/option for the building and that the Board consider the matter in 90 days. The site was acquired by the Riverview Fire District in 1975 for use as its headquarters. It subsequently became an asset of Contra Costa County Fire as a result of fire district consolidation in July 1994. This Board has declared the property as surplus and attempts have been made to sell it. Supervisor DeSaulnier recommended that the Board also consider any other proposals for the purchase of the building to be received by the Board in 90 days. Attached for your review and consideration is a summary of three new proposals and a revision of the Antioch Historical Society proposal as well as the copies of the full proposals Continued on Attachment: YES Signature:_ jC .-- -- Recommendation of County Administrator Recommendation of Board Committee Approve Other Signature(s): Action of Board on:October 13„1998 Approved as Recommended--Y.-Other— SEE THE ATTACHED ADDENDUM FOR BOARD ACTION. Vote of Supervisors: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF AN ACTION TAKEN X Unanimous (Absent ) AND ENTERED ON THE MINUTES OF THE Ayes: Noes-949-L) BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON DATE SHOWN. Contact: Terry McGraw, (925) 335-1055 Attested: October 13 . 1998 cc: County Administrator's Office Phil Batchelor, Clerk of County Counsel the Board of Supervisors Contra Costa County Fire Protection District and Cou dministrator By , DEPUTY fi CI M 5pr x a , 0; = s cttsP. w z0 03b © c� Fr,,►; CcL m ca 0 � w c j. 0 9 ., q7@ 3 � = E � � z mo `tib ca*�c o o z C ° � RE sa � (ASD j 8 0p V=o — g y m . -► u m 0 co 79 ua >C9a _50 c 6010 ;; W2 CL � 0 (A c}r cn� $y $ G i l � " V3 O ` �j �. g CL A (}Std A7 �I. r 6 co ago ta tr'. "" 0 sis , El + =�N 0til 44 . ifl Ut "C3 ��^ o f3 p CZ to +i G3 riot at o ca C -01 C :» CL P,) ' a �, � 9a 8.2 . F. A xm Sato 000 A u a � C? M # n $ to ` � 0- 0 r, (D coo . w ra -s 0.g > p _ �, _ c ; _ m (D � co ai a n ' W G7 MOM Moo Im 40 . R� 0) w 8 m cr _ zM 990 0 t7 c! cs 8 — °„' 1 cc a Ia 0 �ff j-q o � m td „ U - & '-1n 179 _ :, 0 Ul t`v ' a ca `�.�% v � C3 " z J 11 ......... ......... ......._._..._... . .... .... -- ........ .......... ............ .. ......_.. .......... ................ ............._..... ADDENDUM TO ITEM D.2 October 13, 1998, Agenda On July 14, 1998, the Board directed that the County Administrator's staff report to the Board on the proposals for the Riverview High School Building in Antioch. On this date, the Board of Supervisors considered the recommendations as presented by Scott Tandy, Chief Assistant County Administrator on the disposition of the Riverview High School Building. Mr. Tandy noted that there were three sale proposals for the Building, and that speakers were present for those offers. Supervisor Uilkema inquired if Mr. Tandy was aware of any joint use proposals for the facility, and Mr. Tandy replied that he was not. The public hearing was opened and the following people presented testimony: Caran Bacon, 4447 Pronghorn Way, Antioch; Paula DeBoer, 804 Gloucester Street, Antioch; Elizabeth Rimbault, 2810 Lonetree Way, #8, Antioch; Bob Provine, 508 Lindley Drive, Antioch; Smoky Jones, 55 Denridge Court, Antioch; Robert Allen, 1565 Viera Avenue, Antioch; Phyllis Boccia, 812 East 18th Street, Antioch; Jim Boccia, 812 East 18th Street, Antioch; Michael Partain, 4356 Oakdale Place, Pittsburg; Margaret Wilcox, 3101 Windsor Drive, Antioch; Tom Beagle, 66 E. Lake Drive, Antioch; Winifred Booth, 3185 Contra Loma Blvd., 4124, Antioch. All persons desiring to speak having been heard, the Board considered the matter. Supervisor Rogers inquired if the removal of a gas tank and pump that was on the property would a part of the sale negotiations. Scott Tandy responded that the tank and pump could become an issue for negotiations, but there was no requirement or discussion at this time to remove them. Victor Westman, County Counsel advised the Board that they were not in negotiations today, and that the tank and pump would be allocated to the property buyer. Supervisor Canciamilla noted that no one other than the Antioch Historical Society appeared at the public auction, and that they could afford to rehabilitate the property, and it would be a good match for the building. Supervisor Canciamilla then moved that the Board acknowledge the report from the County Administrator and the Contra Costa Fire Protection District; that they acknowledge the proposals received for the use of the building; and that the staff negotiate a lease\purchase agreement with the Antioch Historical Society. Supervisor Gerber seconded the motion. Supervisors Rogers commented that he would not be supporting the motion. He noted that because of the Fire District's financial situation, he was supportive of the Charter School's proposal. He advised the Board that he felt that the County should deal with the removal of the tank and pump. Supervisor DeSaulnier noted that he was concerned about the issues raised by Supervisor Rogers, however, he would support the motion. He requested that the motion include a share provision for the building's use, and that there be a continued effort for a fiscal commitment from the City of Antioch. ......... ......... ......... .._...... _ .. ........ ......... ............... ......._. .__....... .................... ......... Supervisors Canciamilla and Gerber accepted the amendments. Mr. Westman advised the Board that the $10,000 check received today should be returned to the Antioch Historical Society. Supervisors Canciamilla and Gerber agreed to that advice as part of the motion and second. Following further discussion, the Board then took the following action: ACKNOWLEDGED the report from the County Administrator and the Contra Costa Fire Protection District; ACKNOWLEDGED the proposals for the building's use from the various entities; DIRECTED that the County Administrator's, County Counsel's and Public Work's staffs negotiate a lease/purchase agreement with the Antioch Historical Society; REQUESTED that the negotiations include a share provision for the premises with other entities such as the Contra Costa Historical Society; RECOMMENDED that discussions continue with the City of Antioch for a financial commitment for the project; and DETERMINED that the $10,000 check received today from the Antioch Historical Society's representative be returned. Contra D, TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Costa FROM, Supervisor Joe Canclamilla County DATE: July 14, 1998 SUBJECT: ACKNOWLEDGE OF THE HISTORICAL VALUE OF THE RIVERVIEW SCHOOL BUILDING IN ANTIOCH AND ACCEPT REPORT FROM THE ANTIOCH HISTORICAL SOCIETY SPECIFIC REQUEST($)OR RECOMMENDATIONS)AND JUSTIFICATION RECOMMENDATION: 1. Acknowledge the historical value of the Riverview High School building in Antioch; 2, Accept the report from the Antioch Historical Society; 3. Direct staff 4of the County Administrator's Office, Fire District and District V Supervisors office to work with the Antioch Historical Society(A.H.S.)to develop a five year lease/option for the Riverview High School building; 4. Direct that this lease will contain at least the following additional terms: A. All maintenance and repair shall be the responsibility of the A.H.S. B. The A.H.S.shall agree to maintain liability and fire Insurance on the property in a sum to be agreed upon. C. The A.H.S.agrees to a hold-harmless clause indemnifying the County. D. Should the A.H.S.fall to acquire the building within five(5)years the building reverts to the County. BACKGROUND: The old Riverview High School was built In 1910 as the first school building in Eastern Contra Costa County. The site was acquired by the Riverview Fire District In 1975 for use as its headquarters. It subsequently became an asset of Contra Costa County Fire, This Board has declared the property as surplus and attempts have been made to sell it. There are currently parties interested in purchasing the building for private corporate purposes. The Antioch Historical Society has had approximately six(6)months to secure finding for the site. Unfortunately, considering the speed at which most grant programs are processed that is not enough time to accomplish such a task. The building will require extensive structural and hazmat clean up. As a valuable historic asset to East County, I would urge the Board to review the background information provided. While a sale now would generate much needed capital for the Fire District, the small dollar sum gained would not come close to matching the value lost. I Representatives of the Historical Society will be available to answer questions and provide additional information. CONTINUED ON ATTACHMENT- YES SIGNATURE, :ell ............ RECOMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADWNISTRATOR M� El r.,-N OF I Rb COMMITTEE APPROVE OTHER SIGNATURE(S) ACTION OF BOARD ON .1u .14, 1-948 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED: Y OTHER: .--y- Von OF 8UPERVISORS. y UNAMMOUS(AUENT - - - - See the attached Addendum for Board action. AYES: NOES- I HERESY CERTIFY THAT THIS 13 A TRUE AND CORRECT COPY ASSENT: ABSTAIN: OF AN ACTION TAKEN AND ENTERED ON THE MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON THE DATE SHOWN, xr ATTESTED July 14, 1998 R11 6tSATCHE OR CWRK OF THE BOAR16_0F 'L'*v SUPERVISORi AND V I rY ADMINISTRATOR By IT DUTY ADDENDUM TO fEM D.10 July 14, 1998 Agenda The Board of Supervisors considered recommendations presented by Supervisor Canciamilla regarding the historical value of the Riverview School Building in Antioch, and a report from the Antioch Historical Society on the building. Following Board discussion, public comment was opened, and the following people presented testimony: Elizabeth Rimbault, member of the Antioch Historical Society, 2810 Lone Tree Way, #8, Antioch; Joel Keller, former Antioch Mayor, member of the Antioch Historical Society; Dorothy Smith, 749 Carolina Street, San Francisco; James Koch, DYC Yoga Centers, 2378 Whitetail Drive, Antioch; Michael.O'Leary, DYC Yoga Centers, 4210 Spaulding Street, Antioch; Mike Heckathom, DYC Yoga Centers, 4200 Spaulding Street, Antioch; Michael Par n,'Partain Properties, 4356 Oakdale Place, Pittsburg. All those desiring to speak having been heard, the Board discussed the issues. Board members discussed the matter relative to the proposed needs of the Riverview Fire District. Supervisor Canciamilla advised the Board that there are very few historical buildings in East County, and commented that a report on acquiring the building could be presented for the Board's review in 90 days. Supervisor Canciamilla moved the staffs recommendations, and commented that proceeds from the building's sale would not be used for paramedic expenses for the Riverview Fire District, as suggested. Scott Tandy, Chief Assistant County Administrator, advised that using the one-time sale proceeds against operational costs would not be prudent. Supervisor Gerber seconded the motion. Supervisor DeSaulnier recommended that as an amendment to the motion, the Board allow third party proposals for the building's purchase. Supervisor Canciamilla agreed to the amendment, and moved that any proposals come back to the Board for review in 90 days. Ms. Gerber did not voice objection to the amendment. IT IS BY THE BOARD ORDERED that the historical value of the Riverview High School Building in Antioch is ACKNOWLEDGED; the report from the Antioch Historical Society is ACCEPTED; the County Administrator's staff, the Riverview Fire District, and Supervisor Canciamilla's staff are DIRECTED to work with the Antioch Historical Society to develop a five year lease/option for the Riverview High School building; it is DIRECTED that the lease contain specific terms; the County Administrator's staff is DIRECTED to solicit other proposals for the building; and County staff`is DIRECTED to report to the Board in 90 days on the lease and any other offers to purchase the property. Z Antioch Historical Society 519 T" Street, Antioch, California 94509 Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors 651 bine Street Martinez, Ca 94553 October 6, 1998 Ret Ha TETY. Dear Chairman Rogers and Members Of The Board: Our offer isn't about money or being the absolute highest bidder. Our offer is about preserving the local history of the entire east end of the county and protecting our heritage for future generations. The Riverview Union High School is the last remaining gem of east county history, that is still a usable building. Activity within the building always attracts visitors and will serve to brine history buffs and tourist alike to enhance the economy of our community, while allowing our residence to learn of their rich heritage. The offered purchase price of $175,000 .00 recognizes that the taxpayers of Antioch and Pittsburg have paid for this site twice before with hard earned tax dollars. It further acknowledges the price of $150,000 that the fire district paid in 1965 and allows an additional $25,000 for any improvements during the period of ownership. This is an increase to our original offer of July 14,1998 and represents an AMENDED contract. The offer is accompanied today with a deposit check of $10,000. 00 to demonstrate our sincerity and our desire to conclude this purchase immediately. This is an offer to PURCHASE and there is no period of lease. This is the second major amendment to the prior contract. Our offer releases the county from ', all liability and expenses for maintenance immediately. Although we are a non-profit corporation, open to the public for membership, we are not a religious group. Therefore, upon the close of escrow this property would go back on the tax rolls and no longer be exempt. We estimate tax dollars to the County in excess of $2,000.00 per year. We have built additional clauses into our offer to recognize the interest the public has in preserving and protecting this property. For instance. We pledge and will contract to keep the property open to 1 the public into perpetuity. The stated use is as a Historical Museum and Cultural Center. At anytime the Society abandons the Museum and Cultural Center we grant the County the first right of refusal to purchase the property back "AT OUR COST" . We recognize the difficulties of other, governmental agencies that serve the public and schools, Therefore, although fees may be generated in the future we will contract to never charge any fee at all to a teacher or class attending the facility on field trip. Further, governmental agencies may rent the facilities for just the cost of opening, operating and janitorial. We are offering to accept the property "AS IS" including the water connection problem in the fire sprinkler system) with Gaylord. We will make our own arrangements to disconnect the system and will not ask that this cost be paid by the county, who is otherwise financially responsible in a normal sale. The Historical Society is represented by a Licensed Broker and Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser in myself, Elizabeth Rimbault. Unlike our fellow bidders, who are also represented by Brokers, I will not be claiming the customary 5% selling commission and am donating it to the effort to preserve this;. property for history. Our offer is therefor not diminished by the commission owed by the County. We have offered to close escrow before the end of the year by placing a total of $50,000.00 CASH in escrow and signing a note and First Deed of Trust in favor of the County for $125,000.00 . Although, we ask to be allowed 5 gears to pay the note, we also offer 5% interest per annum on the note. Potentially, depending on when paid, the interest would generate another $31,',250.00 simple interest for the County. When we were first aware of the Fire Districts Auction, we protested with signs that read "You Can't Sell Our History" and "Our Roots Are Not Yours To Sell". This from senior Citizens that didn't even carry signs in the ' 60's' . "How can we tell you how close this property is to our hearts ?" We have written an offer that places the interest of the citizens and taxpayers of Contra Costa. County above politics, above personal gain and above petty territorial. squabbles. We have written an offer for the People and their heritage. We ask you to make your decision on the same basis as your decision will also become a part of our history. 2 Please accept the Antioch Historical Society's offer as written and Amended , and allow us our new museum this year. Thank You. Elizabeth A. Rimbault Licensed Real Estate Broker Historical Society Treasurer Co&t, Analysis $175,000.00 offered price $ 40,000.00 cost fire sprinkler system $ 8,750.00 Realtor Commission (5%) donated $255,000.00 Projected Value of the Offer as Written for ANTIOCH HISTORICAL SOCIETY FLUS PROJECTED ANNUAL TAXES OF $2,187.50, BACK ',ON THE ROLL. 3 ANTIOCH HISTORICAL SOCIETY Elizabeth A. Rinault,Licensed Broker AND Faye Curtis, Vice President 2810 Lone Tree Way ##8 Antioch„CA 94509-4956 CONTRA COSTA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS; SUP. JIM ROGzERS, CHAIR 651 PINE STREET,RM. 106 MARTINEZ, CA 94553 October 05, 1998 Dear Seller: The purpose of this letter is to set forth some of the basic terms and conditions of the proposed purchase by the undersigned (the "Bayer")of certain real estate owned by you (the "Seller"). The terms set forth in this Letter will not become binding until a more detailed "Purchase Agreement" is negotiated and signed by the parties, as contemplated belowby the section of this Letter entitled "Non-Binding." 1. DESCPTION OF PROPERTY. The property proposed to be sold is located at 1.500 WEST 4TH STREET,ANTIOCH, California. The Real Estate is subject to public highways, covenants,restrictions and Zoning,if any. Restrictions: (L)THE PROPERTY MUST BE USED ASA MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER BY THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY.(2.)THE PROPER'T'Y MUST REMAIN AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC. (3.)SHOULD TBE HISTORICAL SOCIETY CEASE USE OF THE SII E, THE COUNTY WILL HAVE FIRST OPTION TO PURCHASE THE PROTYFOR 90 DAYS,AT THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY'S COSTS. (4.)THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY WILL NOT CHARGE ANY FEES TO TEA CHERS WITH STUDENTS ON FIELD TRIPS FROM ANY SCHOOL IN THE COUNTY. (5.)ANY GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY ENCY"W ISHING TO USE THE FACILITY WILL ONLY BE CHARGED THE COST OF OPENINGAND JANITORIAL. (6.)"INSPECTIONS" LISTED AS 117EM 4 OF THIS LETTER IS WAIVED BUYER..S HAVE BUILDING SURVEYS. Included are all permanent fixtures and all property that integrally belongs to or is part of the Real Estate,whether attached or detached., such as light fixtures, shades,rods, blinds, awnings,windows, storm doors, screens,plumbing flAures,waterheater,water softener, air conditioning equipment,built-in items, outside television antenna, fencing, gates and landscaping, specifically including ITEMS BELONGNGTO THE BUILDINGFROM THE PERIOD OF FIBREBOARD RE EARCH..1E..1-AB DESK, LAB HOODS AND CHAMBERS,LICHT FIXTURES, ORIGINAL DOORS,METAL SHELVINGAND BOOK CASES,ETC... ANY ITEM BELONQNGTO THE FACILITY FROM THE PERIOD OF RIVERVIEW UNION 1-UGH SCHOOL.,but s ecificaHy e w.hiding A LEA SE PERIOD IS SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED. OUR ORKIINAL OFFER PRESENTED JULY 14, 1998 TO THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS,HA S BEEN REVISED TO REFLECT A DIRECT PURCHA SE W TTHOUT ANY LEA SE PERIOD. THIS OFFER REPRESENTS AN AMENDED CONTRACT. WE HAVE AMENDED BOTH PRICE ANIS TERM S TO BETTER FIT THF,COUNTY S NEEDS.. 2. PRICE The proposed purchase price is $175,000.04, of which $10,000.00 would be deposited with Seller, or Seller's agent,upon acceptance of binding Purchase Agreement. Buyer would pay the balance to Seller at closing. 3. POSSESSION Possession would be given on December 15, 1998, or sooner by mutual agreement. Settlement would be made at the closing,immediately prier to possession. 4. INSPECTION. After the final acceptance of binding Purchase Agreement,Buyer may have the Real Estate inspected by a person of Buyer's choice to determine if there are any structural,mechanical,plumbing or electrical deficiencies, structural pest damage or infestation, any unsafe conditions or other damage,including the presence of radon gas, any lead-based paint hazards, and inspections for other conditions that are customary to the locality and/or that are required by taw. 5. STANDARD PROVISIONS. The Purchase Agreement will include the standard provisions that are customary to the locality and/or that are required by law. 6. AI/TfIR-IONAL PROVISIONS. ANTIOCH HISTORICAL SOCIETY SHALL PLACE IN ESCROW A TOTAL OF$50,000.00 CASH AND A NOTE AND FIRST FEEL?OF TRUST IN FAVOR OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY FOR THE BALANCE OF THE PURCHA SE PRICE. SAID NOTE OF $125,000 WILL BE ALL DUE AND PAYABLE WITHIN S YEARS OF ITS DATE AND SHALL BERE AN INTEREST RATE,OF 5% PER ANNUM, SIMPLE INTEREST. 7. STAND STR.I... Seller shall not initiate or carry on negotiations for the sale of the Page 2 Initials; Real Estate with any party other than Buyer unless either(1)Buyer and Seller fail to enter into a binding Purchase Agreement by January 01, 1999, or(2)Buyer and Seller agree in writing to abandon this Letter of Intent. S. 1`ON BMING. This Letter of Intent does not, and is not intended to, contractually bind the parties, and is only an expression of the basic conditions to be incorporated into a binding Purchasing Agreement. This Letter does not require either party to negotiate in good faith or to proceed to the completion of binding Purchase Agreement. The parties shall not be contractually bound unless and until they enter into a formal,written Purchase Agreement,which trust be in form and content satisfactory to each party and to each party's legal counsel,in their sole discretion. Neither party may rely on this Letter as creating any legal obligation of any kind. Notwithstanding the provisions of this paragraph to the contrary, Seller and Buyer agree that the above paragraph entitled "Stand Still" shall be binding, regardless of whether a binding Purchase Agreement is entered into by the parties. If you would lie to discuss a sale of the Ileal Estate with the undersigned on these general terms,please sign and return a copy of this Letter of Intent to the undersigned at your earliest convenience. Very truly yours, BUYER ANTI©CHHISTORICAL SCCIE'IY A/,-a BY: eth A. Rimbault,Licensed Broker ANb Faye Curtis, Vice President The above Letter reflects our mutual understanding and sets forth the basis for proceeding to negotiate a Purchase Agreement as outlined above. SELLER: Page 3 Initials: CONTRA COSTA COUNTY DATE: BY: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS; SUP. j]M ROGERS, CHAIR SEP 2 1 ?998 OFFER TO PURCHASE THE RIVER.VIEW UNION MGH SCHOOL BUILDING September 14, 1998 To: Public Works Department Real Property Division 255 Glacier Drive Martinez, CA 94553-4897 Attention: Pat Smyers From: The Learner-Centered School, Inc. A California Public Charter School 301 East 13th Street P.Q. Box 1575 Antioch, CA 94509 Phone: (925) 755-1252 or 777-1611 Corporate Status: Non-profit Corporation in the State of California Tax Exempt Number: E IN 68-04166,62 Re: Offer to purchase commercial site located at 1500 West 4th Street in Antioch, CA (the "property"). SchoolPublic Set-Oct and Intended Use Offered By The Learngr Centered We are offering public education to any Kindergarten through Grade 12 student } residing within the state of California., with preference being given to students residing in the Antioch Unified School District. This building will be used as a school. Financial Soundness Evidence of our financial soundness is demonstrated by the fact that we are a public school funded by the State of California.by Average Daily Attendance the same as any public school in the state. A copy of our budget is attached. Oar To Purchast The Learner-Centered School mares the following offer to purchase the above- mentioned property: Purchase price: $345,000 cash at close of escrow. Terms: This offer is contingent upon the following terms and conditions: A. The property be approved by governmental agencies to operate The Learner-Centered School. All approvals to be obtained within a reasonable time; B. Loan approval obtained with reasonable time upon acceptance of offer; C. Approval of cost for seismic retrofitting; D. Approval of costs for removal of underground gas�tank, sail, and other contaminates, if any; E. Approval of all site and building inspections; and F. All other conditions as mutually agreed upon between the parties. The parents, teachers and students of The Learner-Centered School feel strongly that additional schools are in tremendous need. We are serving 75 students at our current sight, grades K.-8. We have approximately 200 students on our waiting list for K-8. We would like to be able to serve a maximum number of 300 students (K.-12). This facility seems to be perfect for our needs. We need many rooms of various sizes to accommodate individualized instruction geared to children's interests. This building is just that. Each of us who has toured the building is convinced that it is the best possible location for our school. Please give our proposal serious consideration. Antioch needs more public school space. We are a school of choice and this location is ideal for us. This building was built to be a school. Please allow it to remain a school. TICS Revised Budget 9-13-98 LncoLne A.D.A. 285,000 CSR Funds 16,000 Textbook Funds 2,000 Total 303,000 E—mllenses Certificated Salaries (3 teachers full-time) $161,000 Classified Salaries 2 part-time specialists, 1z day ea. 10,000 Janitorial (2 hrs. per day) 5,000 Clerical-Attendance( 8 hrs./mo.) 1,200 Clerical-Payroll(8 hrs./mo.) 1,200 Consultant Salary- Community Resource Consultant 36,000 Total -214,400 88,600 Administrative 3% Fee to District 9,000 Substitute Service 3,000 Staff Development 5,000 Insurance(Liability, fire, theft) 1,000 Rental of Building(annual) 19,500 PG&E, Garbage& Phone 8,000 Equipment 15,000' Instructional Supplies 13,000' Furniture(Misc. Supplies) 3,000' Custodial Supplies 1,000' Other Facilities Rental 400' Office Supplies 1,610' Emergency Fund(Incl. 3% Reserve) 9,090 Total $ 88,600' 6ATEWAY CONSTRUCTION & PROPERTY INSPECTION CMNERAL CONTRACTOR-WC#652702 September 29, 1998 Pat Smyers Contra Costa County Public Works Department Real Property Division 255 Glacier Drive Martinez, California, 94553 Re: Request For Proposal Former Riverview Fire District Headquarters 1500 West 4'Street Antioch, California As stated in your request for information to be submitted for a request for approval, I have included the following information: A. Name, address and corporate status of your organization. Kevin Wilks DBA Gateway Construction &BJ Refurbishing 895 Arnold Drive,#90 Martinez,California,94553 (925)372-9740 Fax: (925)372-5399 Corporate Status: Sole proprietor B. Any public services offered by your organization. Our companies have over 28 years experience in property inspections, construction, retrofitting and restoration of structure and contents in residential homes. C. Intended use of the building. Storage and contents restoration. D. Evidence of financial soundness. "See financial statement attached" Note: Community Benefit. Our family owned business goes back to 9955. We have operated in this area since 1975. One of the family businesses is B.J. Refurbishing. We provide emergency service to families that have suffered from any catastrophe In regard to their contents in their home or apartment. These catastrophes cover fire, flood, earthquake,etc. We also evaluate and process their contents . We meet with families that are under insured or do not have Insurance and assist them in names of products and tips on how to remove odor and stain from their contents. 815 ARNOLD ORIVE*8 MARTINEZ,CALIFORNIA,94553- (510)378.5740 - FAX(510)872-5899 � The construction portion of the business has the ability and means to earthquake retrofit the school building. This would enable us to make needed cosmetic repairs to keep the building as close to the original construction as possible. The building and grounds would remain an asset to the community of Antioch. We would re-attach fire sprinkler system through Antioch Water Department at our expense. The building would be used for storage and we would utilize office space for 4 people. Another benefit to Antioch is using local services and companies. This will also enable us to provide employment for Antioch residents. We are interested In a lease option to purchase agreement. The proposal is as follows: 1. $2,100.00 per month for(five years) 126,000.00 2. One half of the$120,000,00 will apply to down payment 63,000.00 3. Balance due at end of five year lease $ 204,000.00 Thank 11 ou, L /��� evin Wilks 2 Gateway Construction & Property Inspection 09/29/98 Balance Sheet As of August 31, 1998 Aug 31,'98 ASSET'S Current Assets Checking/Savings Checking 27,731.25 Savings 10.39 Savings 11 112.80 Total Checking/Savings 27,854.44 Accounts Receivable Accounts Receivable 107,409,80 Total Accounts Receivable 107,409.60 Total Current Assets 135,264.24 Fixed Assets Equipment 8,512.44 Tools 185.00 Total Fixed Assets 8,697.44 TOTAL ASSETS 144,861.68 LIABILITIES&EQUITY Liabilities Current Liabilities Credit Cards AT&T 1,672.21 Capital One 5,611.28 Wells Fargo Credit Card 452.08 Total Credit Cards 7,735.58 Other Current Liabilities Payroll Liabilities 877.45 Total Other Current Liabilities 677.45 Total Current Liabilities 8,413.03 Total Liabilities 8,413.03 Equity Opening Bal Equity -11.81 Owner's Capital Draws -96,780.49 Loans -100.00 Owner's Capital-Other -1,037.56 Total Owner`s Capital -97,916.05 Retained Earnings 68,713.48 Net income 1451765.05 Total Equity 136,548.65 TOTAL LIABILITIES&EQUITY 944,961.68 Page 1 ............... Gateway Construction & Property Inspection 09/29198 Profit and Loss YTD August 1998 Aug'98 Jan-Aug'98 Ordinary Income/Expense Income Income 79,742.05 268,366,24 Reimbursed Expenses 0,00 -391.45 Total Income 79,742.05 267,97419 Gross Profit 79,742.05 267,97419 Expense Advertising 0.00 49.00 Automobile Expense 834,00 3,541.73 Bank Service Charges 0.00 73.94 Bond Expense 115.00 115.00 Computer Software Expense 0.00 1,930.68 Contributions 0.00 400.00 Customer Refunds 0.00 165.88 Dues and Subscriptions 0.00 161.57 Dump Fees 0.00 1,746.24 Employee Gifts 0.00 246.15 Equipment Rental 0.00 60.09 Finance Charges 148.08 1,05179 Fuel 573,96 3,410.75 Insurance Liability Insurance 246.65 1,007.41 Total Insurance 246.65 1,007.41 Job Materials 7,499,92 37,383.92 Late Fees 0.00 205.22 Licenses and Permits 300.00 1,544.63 Office Supplies 462.99 1,762.72 Payroll Liability 0.00 2,700.84 Payroll Expenses 4,480.00 23,100,52 Payroll Taxes - 425.28 2,252.44 Photo Processing- 0.00 115.42 Postage and Delivery 8.67 11145 Professional Fees Accounting 595.00 895.00 Total Professional Fees 595.00 895.00 Rent 0.00 1,939.00 Repairs Computer Repairs 0.00 126.62 Total Repairs 0.00 126.62 Subcontractors 4,187.00 31,815,00 Telephone 174.75 785.73 Telephone/Mobile Expense 701.41 2,318.35 Travel&Ent Entertainment 259.00 376.66 Meals 64.25 393.65 Travel 420.00 420.00 Total Travel&Ent 743.25 1,190.31 Total Expense 21,495.96 122,21 0A0 Net Ordinary Income 58,246.09 145,764.39 Other income/Expense Other Income Interest Income 0.00 0.66 Total Other Income 0.00 0.66 Not Other Income 0,00 0.66 Not Income 68,246.09 145,765.05 Page 1 P� 11V PROPERTIES Pat Smyres Contra Costa County Public Works 255 Glacier Dr. Martinez, CA 94553-4897 Sept 30 1998 Dear Pat Enclosed is an offer to purchase the Riverview Fire Protection District Headquarters, 1500 W. 4t' St., Antioch. The buyer, Dhyanyoga Centers, Inc. has also provided a letter, which includes information about their organization and their intended use of the property. Also enclosed is a financial statement from Bank of America which provides evidence that Dhyanyoga Centers has sufficient funds on hand to make this purchase and do major remodeling work. A brief synopsis of the offer includes these points. l.)Purchase price of$350,000 2.) 10% deposit within 3 days of acceptance 3.) Balance paid in cash at close of escrow. 4.) Buyer's acknowledgement of the building built with unreinforced brick and the presence of asbestos. 5.) Seller shall be responsible for emptying the gas tank contents and rendering the gas pump and fill pipe inoperable. 6.) 90 day escrow 7.)Offer is subject to Dhyanyoga Centers, Inc obtaining necessary use permits. That process usually takes 60 to 90 days, however in this case we suspect that it may take somewhat longer. 8.)The offer provides for reasonable extension of escrow should it become necessary to secure the use permit. 9.) Buyer will pay all closing costs and read estate commissions. Please direct any information to Dhyanyoga Centers through me. Thank You '",/-- 1"L Michael Partain 4356 OAKDALE PLACE PITTSBURG , CA 94565 ( 5',10) 432 . 2333 REAL. ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACT AND RECEIPT FOR DEPOSIT THIS IS MORE THAN A RECEIPT FOR MONEY.IT IS INTENDED TO BE A LEGALLY BINDING CONTRACT.READ IT CAREFULLY. CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS*(CAR)STANDARD FOAM Aid California. + , 30 19 Received from 111 L7 S .tI . herein called Buyer,the sum of Dollars$ evidenced by cash❑,cashier's check❑,or ❑,personal check❑payable to— to o"`— to be held uncashed until acceptance of this offer,as deposit on account of purchase price of JIV /d Mars OSO- 000 for the purchase of property situated in Cou ty of S7'` California, described as follows: y�i/ Sr " 0 " O .- 1, Buyer will deposit in escrow with 42 T46 CO-the balance of purchase price as follows: A. 0 3 Ale W-66 1710or WA29�0, Dom /0J rX ` P +J f f 1 ,. MAX O, ?" "Al ul Gt.2i�7.rtlf CL QzW.0d*x 64 e 94 SOVAC ,�- 4C AEY?ZtA/,TM � 7,+1'71.x+{ Dt'si� rf► U r Cly` 4EJ& ok4/10 s 47 d� �d Set dirth above any terms and conditions of a factual nature applicable to this safe,such as financing,prior sale of Other property, the matter of structural pest control Inspection,repairs and personal property to be included In the sale. 2. Deposit will❑will not❑be increased by$ to$ within days of acceptance of this offer. C-6 -17% t_A ' 7�44OVI 3. Buyer does❑does not X intend to occupy subject property as his residence. 4. The following supplements are incorporated as part of this agreement: Other ❑ Structural Pest Control Certification Agreement ❑ Occupancy Agreement ❑ ❑ Special Studies Zone Disclosure ❑ VA Amendment ❑ ❑ Flood Insurance Disclosure ❑ FHA Amendment ❑ 5. Buyer and Seller shall deliver signed instructions to the escrow holder within 25: days from Seller's acceptance which shall provide for closing within days fr m Seller's acceptance. Escrow fees to be paid as follows: 6. Buyer and Seller acknowledge receipt of a copy of this page,which constitutes Mage t of 24-0 Pages. oyer Anand h1a• NA` 2 k Seller Buyer C 1 •Seller A REAL ESTATE BROKER Is THE PERSON QUALIFIED401 ADVISE ON REAL ESTATE.IF YOU DESIRE LEGAL ADVICE CONSULT YOUR ATTORNEY. THIS STANDARDIZED DOCUMENT FOR USE IN SIMPLE TRANSACTIONS HAS BEEN APPROVED BY THE CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS%IN FORM ONLY.NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE AS TO THE APPROVAL OF THE FORM OF ANY SUPPLEMENTS NOT CURRENTLY PUBLISHED BY THE CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS'OR THE LEGAL VALIDITY OR ADEQUACY OF ANY PROVISION IN ANY SPECIFIC TRANSACTION.IT SHOULD NOT BE USED IN COMPLEX TRANSACTIONS OR WITH EXTENSIVE RIDERS OR ADDITIONS, A REAL ESTATE BROKER IS THE PERSON QUALIFIED TO ADVISE ON REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS.IF YOU DESIRE LEGAL OR TAX ADVICE,CONSULT AN APPROPRIATE PROFESSIONAL This form is avaiiabte for use by the enure rear estate industry.The use of this form is not intended to iderttty the user as a REALTOR*-REALTOR I is a registered coitectwe membership mark which maybe used only by teat estate i,censees who Are members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS'and who subscribe to its Code of Ethics. OFFICE USE ONLY Copyrightm 1986.CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORSt Reviewed by Broker or Designee IMF 525 South Virgil Avenue,Los Angeles,California 900120 Date Eotolmowtw (Revised 1978,1984) FORM D-I 1-1 arvesarufaty SF-June-89 REAL ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACT T AND RECEIPT FOR DEPOSIT THIS IS MORE T14AN A RECEIPT FOR MONEY.IT IS INTEMED TO BE A LEGALLY BINDING CONTRACT.READ IT CAREFULLY. CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS*(CAR)STANDARD FORM C� dt/l��t.IT California. �/ r '��`'"' 19 ` Received from 109 Y0 n17FS' Mc. --- herein called Buyer,the sum of Dol€ars$ — evidenced by cash❑,cashier's check❑,or ❑,personal check❑payable to to beh l uncashed until acceptance of this offer,as deposit on account of rchase price of Clrt/ ! /�=7"y 4 41,Y-4-V6 tl .✓ Mars$ 3so. 000 for the purchase of propefly�,5it�d in �70C.H � County of �" 0.57' California, described as follows; 1/ - 1, B er will deposit in escr7ZiE-the balance of purchase price fbtlows: IA170 7 -r ,! 7 �" .S' d 1 cit1 o N ! c ! %W15_"Al � .#i` if0S ' Gt�.�vt1i ?s m OG 4S 5 A R- p ,c- c Q Q / ,t1 S ' ! 0 Set#orth above any terms and conditions of rtfactuai nature applicable to this sale,such as financing,prior sale of other property, the utter of structural pest control Inspection,repairs and personal property to be included in the sale. 2. Deposit will❑will not❑be increased by$ to$ within - "" days of acceptance of this offer. 6 /7?6/1. 7 3. Buyer does❑does not 9 intend to occupy subject property as his residence. 4. The following supplements are incorporated as part of this agreement: Other ❑ Structural Pest Control Certification Agreement ❑ Occupancy Agreement ❑ ❑ Special Studies Zone Disclosure ❑ VA Amendment ❑ ❑ Floud Insurance Disclosure ❑ FHA Amendment ❑ 5. Buyer and Seller shall deliver signed instructions to the escrow holder within '�� days from Seller's acceptance which shall provide for closing within days fir Sel�acceptance.Escrow fees to be paid as follows: 6. Buyer anj Seller acknowledge receipt of a copy of this page,which constitutes Page 1 of Pages, r� na to er sellar Buyer� Seller A REAL ESTATE BROKER is THE PERSON OUALIFIE TO ADVISE ON REAL ESTATE,IF YOU DESIRE LEGAL ADVICE CONSULT YOUR ATTORNEY. 11 THIS STANDARDIZED DOCUMENT FOR USE IN SIMPLE TRANSACTIONS HAS BEEN APPROVED BY THE CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS1 IN FOAM ONLY.NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE AS TO THE APPROVAL OF THE FORM OF ANY SUPPLEMENTS NOT CURRENTLY PUBLISHED BY THE CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORSAI OR THE LEGAL VALIDITY OR ADEQUACY OF ANY PROVISION IN ANY SPECIFIC TRANSACTION,IT SHOULD NOT BE USED IN COMPLEX TRANSACTIONS OR WITH EXTENSIVE RIDERS OR ADDITIONS. A REAL ESTATE BROKER IS THE PERSON QUALIFIED TO ADVISE ON REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS.IF YOU DESIRE LEGAL OR TAX ADVICE,CONSULT AN APPROPRIATE PROFESSIONAL This farm�s available for use by the entire reec estate industry.The use of#tris form,s not.intended to identify the user as a REALTOR..REALTOR"is a registered oeiitect:ve membership mark which may be used only by real estate licensees who are members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS'and who subscribe to its Cade of Ethics. OFFICE USE ONLY Copyrighfe 1988,CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF R£ALTORSO Reviewed by Broker or Designee 12t 525 South Virgil Avenue,Los Angeles,California 90020 Date o ox' W rukiry (Revised 1978,1984) FORM d-11-1 SF-.tune-89 REAL ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACT AND RECEIPT FOR DEPOSIT The following terms and conditions ars hereby Incorporated in and made a pert of Buyer's oiler 7. Title is to be free of liens,encumbrances,easements,restrictions,rights and conditions of record or known to Seller,other than the following:(1)Current property taxes,(b)covenants,conditions,restrictions,and public utility easements of record,if any,provided the same do w-not adversely affect the contin7ud u e ft e property for the purposes for which it is presently being used,unless reasonably disapproved by Buyer in writing within :ts-A77 days of receipt of a current preliminary title report furnishes!at 2_r — expense, and(c) Seller shall furnis Buyer at expense a standard California Land Title Association policy issued by �JfM6/%/4/_7/7%0Company,showing title vested in Buyer subject only to the above.If Seller is unwilling or unable to eliminate any title matter disapproved by Buyer as above,Seller may terminate this agreement.If Seller fails to deliver title as above,Buyer may terminate this agreement;in either case,the deposit shall be returned to Buyer. 8. Properly taxes,premiums on insurance acceptable to Buyer,rents,interest,and 4�G shall be pro-rated as o a)the date of recordation of dee (b) Any bond or assess- ment which is alien shall a , amum by Transfer taxes,if any,shall be paid by 9. Possession shall be o Buye on closeof escroutr(b)not later than days after close of escrow or(c) 10. Unless otherwise designated in the escroW instructions of Buyer,title shall vest as follows: (The manner of taking title may have significant legal and tax consequences.Therefore,give this matter serious consideration.) 11. It Broker is a participant of a Board multiple listing service("MLS"),the Broker is authorized to report the sale,its price,terms,and financing for the information,publication,dissemination,and use of the authorized Board members. 12. if Buyer fails to complete said purchase as herein provided by reason of any default of Buyer,Seller shall be released from his obligation to sell the property to Buyer and may proceed against Buyer upon any claim or remedy which he may have in law or equity;provided, however, that by placing their initials here Buyer: ( .-},P - ) Seller ( )agree that Seller shall retain the deposit as his liquidated damages. If the described property is a dwelling with no more than four units,one of which the Buyer intends to occupy as his residence,Seller shall retain as liquidated damages the deposit actually paid,or an amount therefrom,not more than 3%of the purchase price and promptly return any excess to Buyer. 13. If the only controversy or claim betweenpthpartips ar' es o t o€or relates to the disposition of the buyer's deposit,such controversyor claim shall at the election of the parties be tiesatt uch arbitration shall be determined inaccordance with the Rules of the American Arbitration Association,and judgmw r tiered by the Arbitrator(s)maybe entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.The provisions of Code of Civil Pr dun 28 .05 shall be applicable to such arbitration. 14. In any action or proceeding arising out of this agreement,the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees and costs. 15. Time is of the essence.All modification or extensions shall be in writing signed by the parties. 16. This constitutes an offer to purchase the described property. Unless acceptance is signed by Seller and the signed copy delivered to Buyer,in person or by mail to the address below,within days,this offer shall be deemed revoked and the deposit shall be returned.Buyer acknowledges receipt of a copy hereof. Real ke? Estate Br ker /WMI � e,0061� I S Buyer�f ��� P67 By ,rt Buyer %w l lem a.'-'qt Address -.3 SC° ' Address v- Telephone l�6P 4t-3Z 3 Telephone ACCEPTANCE The undersigned Seller accepts and agrees to sell the property on the above terms and conditions.Seller has employed Q,hJ as Broker(s)and agrees to pay for services the sum of _1,e C Dollars payable as follows:(a)On recordation of the deed or other evidence of title,or(b)If completion of sale is prevented by default of Seller,upon Seller's default or(c)if completion of sale is prevented by default of Buyer,only if and when Seller collects damages from Buyer,by suit or otherwise and then in an amount not less than one-half of the damages recovered,but not to exceed the above fee,after first deducting title and escrow expenses and the expenses of collection,if any.in any action between Broker and Seller arising out of this agreement,the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees and costs.The undersigned acknowledges receipt of a copy and authorizes Broker(s)to deliver a signed copy to Buyer. -Dated Telephone Seller Address Seller Broker(s)agree to the foregoing. Broker Broker Dated O By Dated By OFFICE USE ONLY Copyrights 1988,CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS"a Reviewed by Broker or Designee rw""re 525 South Virgil Avenue,Los Angeles,California 94020 Date oar oa (R,vigart tae4l FORM D-11-2 SF-June-89 REAL ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACT AND RECEIPT FOR DEPOSIT The following terms and conditions are hereby Incorporated In and made a part of auyees otter 7. Title is to be free of liens,encumbrances,easements,restrictions,rights and conditions of record or known to Seiler,other than the following:(1)Current property taxes,(b)covenants,conditions,restrictions,and public utility easements of record,if any,provided the same do not adversely affect the continued use of the property for the purposes for which it is presently being used,unless reasonably disapproved by Buyer in writing within _ days of receipt of a current preliminary title report furnished at_ _&y I p S expense, and(c) — Seller shall furnish Buyer at atlVE�2 5 expense a standard California Land Title Association policy issued by ,rte Company,showing title-vested in Buyer subject only to the above.If Seller is unwilling or unable to eliminate any title matter disapproved by Buyer as above,Seller may terminate this agreement.If Sellerfails to deliver title as above,Buyer may terminate this agreement; in either case,the deposit shall be returned to Buyer. 8. Property taxes,premiums on insurance acceptable to Buyer,rents,interest, and_. A161 07;#45/? ,�... shall be pro-rated as ofd fa'e r"5i' o G, r(b) Any bond or assess- ment which is a lien sha -tet -- Transfer taxes,if any,shall be paid by .612)494 9. Possession shall b Buyer se 081 es ,or(b)not later than days after close of escrow or(c) 10. Unless otherwise designated in the escrow instructions of Buyer,title shall vest as follows: (The manner of taking title may have significant legal and tax consequences.Therefore,give this natter serious consideration.) 11. If Broker is a participant of a Board multiple listing service("MLS"),the Broker is authorized to report the sale,its price,terms,and financing for the information,publication,dissemination,and use of the authorized Board members. 12. If Buyer fails to complete said purchase as herein provided by reason of any default of Buyer,Seller shall be released from his obligation to sell the property to Buyer and may proceed against Buyer upon any claim or remedy which he may have in law or equity;provided,however, that by placing their Initials here Buyer: { �fD" ,r . ) Seller: ( )agree that Seller shall retain the deposit as his lquidated damages. If the descrlbid property Is a dwelling with no more than four units,one of which the Buyer Intends to occupy as his residence,Seller shall retain as liquidated damages the deposit actually paid,or an amount therefrom,not more than 3%of the purchase price and promptly return any excess to Buyer. 13. If the only controversy or claim between the parties aro s out of or relates to the disposition of the Buyer's deposit,such controversy or claim shall at the election of the parties be deci b rb' ti . uch arbitration shall be determined in accordance with the Rules of the American Arbitration Association,and judgme u o e w dered by the Arbitrator(s)may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.The provisions of Code of Civil Pro du Section 28 . 5 shall be applicable to such arbitration. 14. In any action or proceeding arising out of this agreement,the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees and costs. 15. Time is of the essence.All modification or extensions shall be in writing signed by the parties. 16. This constitutes an offer to purchase the described property.Unless acceptance is signed by Seller and the signed copy delivered to Buyer,in person or by mail to the address below,within , —days,this offer shall be deemed revoked and the deposit shall be returned. Buyer acknowledges receipt of a copy hereof. ,f, Real Estate Broker •% l'©R6,e_7 Buyer El i B C Y Buyer Ch M a)h t A A)ti w Address3 s' rsTk A r (r_ , lJ"T5 ct �+El.Address Telephone 1. ' 4(ILZ-2.31-3 Telephone ACCEPTANCE The undersigned Seller accepts and agrees to sell the property on the above terms and conditions.Seller has employed ----- - N0 OA.1 as Broker(s)and agrees to pay for services the sum of `'.�. j,t&n Dollars ($ ),payable as follows:(a)On recordation of the deed or other evidence of title,or(b)if completion of sale is prevented by default of Seller,upon Seller's default or(c)if completion of sale is prevented by default,of Buyer,only if and when Seller collects damages from Buyer,by suit or otherwise and then in an amount not less than one-half of the damages recovered,but not to exceed the above fee,after first deducting title and escrow expenses and the expenses of collection,if any.In any action between Broker and Seller arising out of this agreement,the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees and costs.The undersigned acknowledges receipt of a copy and authorizes Broker(s)to deliver a signed copy to Buyer. Dated Telephone Seller Address ..,1 Seller Broker(s)agree to the foregoing.Broker / / Broker Dated J BY Dated By OFFICE USE ONLY Copyright®1986,CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Reviewed by Broker or Designee +,Z 525 South Virgil Avenue,Las Angeles,California 90020 Date fRevised 19841 FORM D-11-2 S Op"Tuwry-89 ,r r, Dhyanyoga Centers PO Box 3194 Antioch, CA 94531 925-757-9361 September 30, 1998 To: The Board of Supervisors Contra Costa County Martinez, California RE: Purchase offer on 1504 W. Fourth St., Antioch, CA Dhyanyoga Centers, Inc. C'DYC")is a non-profit organization registered in the,Mate of California. Federal Tax I.D. ##95-3125288. DYC is a organization classified as a 541(C)(3) wader the IRS and was founded in 1977. The purpose of the organization is teaching yoga and meditation. DYC has conducted free public meditation programs in Contra Costa County since 1984. In purchasing this property,DYC wishes to provide classes, seminars and workshops in yoga and meditation, which aid in relaxation and stress management. Additional plans include offering other health related classes, such as exercise and vegetariancooking. DYC would provide a resource for people in the community interested in learning about the wind, body and spirit connection. Free introductory classes would be open to the public. 'Foga welcomes people of all denominations, races and tic groups. DYC has long been involved with charitable works and public service. DYC raises funds for feeding the poor, including donations and food drives for the Contra Costa Food Bank and the Brovm Bag lunch program. DYC is involved in Christmas charities beanefting needy children, including New horizons and The Bridge. Additionally, DYC sponsors a free chnic for eye surgeries for the poor overseas. Sincerely, Skink of America 2020 Willow pass Rd, Suite E Concord Ca 94520 Board of Supervisor*: September 30, 1938 Cuatra Costs. County Ref: Dhyanyoga Centers, Inc. To whom it may concern: The following is provided as a credit referenda for Dhyanyoga Centers, Tm.c. Valued Rank of Amer1ca depositor since 1991. Account rel.ationshztti includes checkiug,moueyr market and certificates of deposit. Average balances maintained are In the high six figures, all accounts have been maiutained in a satisfactory manners. As stated above, Dhyanyoga Centers has assets to cover purchase price of $350,000. plus significant improvements, Please feel free to contact the undersigned with any questions you may have. 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In reality,it is almost by default that the county is currently in charge of this parcel. f ;1 ('l' it would be wrong for the county 1 t to benefit in this minumde manner, simply to squeak out the biggest THtESA KEEGAN ( bucks,especially since the addi- tional money would not even make Commentary a dent in the fire district debt. V In contrast,allowing the people to once again have access to the site 131998 WM history , would show that Central and Wast t T County supervisors recognize their role in serving the entim courity be saved rp� Let's hope this vote is an exam- �+d�►iRA C STA IDBS sa Y e pie of the good things ilk can hap CONTRA QST 'COCD pen when all regions of the county cooperate,rather than resort to tra- tonight? ditional territorial fighting. one QDAY THE COUNTY super- Another vote with serious reper- isors will act on the fate super- cussions will occur Wednesday the historic Riverview High night,when the Antioch School vl District is slated to deride the fate School in Antioch,which it cur-. of the district's"environmental rently owns.The discussion will go center,"more commordy referred one of two ways: It will either be to as"the petting zoo,' considered for disposal as surplus When board members were go- property,or it will be considered as ing to vote on the topic at a recent a vital link in the history of East County.Let's hope the latter rules. See KEEGAN,Page 5 As hills get paved over and in- dustry flees, it is harder and harder to know what has brought this growing suburban area to its current position of being sur- rounded by strip malls and hous- ing developments. FROM PAGE I If a majority of the supervisors meeting,there was an outcry from do the right thing today,they will animal activists hoping the animals- allow residents to embrace their could stay on the scenie land.Why past by letting the Antioch Histori- the district even purchased the site cal Society take control of the defies logic for most people,even bu ldirig.No,the group won't be without the exorbitant price tag. able to financially compete with But back to the animals. private bids,but it could provide something that money can't buy:a Hey,it's great that people want public museum where people can to aid animals.But I think its a bit team about their past. absurd that people are suddenly There are plans for an industrial wing,an agricultural wing,and a central area to celebrate the di- verse cultures that have made East County home,from the Welsh min- willing to supplement the future of If that's the best we can do for ers of the 1800s and the Chinese livestock when our own children's our kids,I think we need to focus workers who built the first levees, future has been so short-changed on them before we worry about to the Hispanic agricultural work- by this school district saving the cows. ers who have been instrumental in If the library shelves were If the supervisors vote the right earning the area a nationwide rep- stocked with current books,if way, and the school board votes utation for quality produce. there were counselors in the the right way, we can take that old All or our past can be displayed schools,if science labs had sup- book and file it in the historical in an appropriate setting if the su- plies,I'd be the first one leading museum where it belongs. pervisors give the go ahead. the way to save the animals. I The supervisors will no doubt But I keep thinking of the Theresa Keegan's column appears grapple with the tremendous debt school library I visited,and the girl Tuesdays, Thursdays and Satur- of the county fire district,which is who was seeking a book about fe- days in the Ledger Dispatch.You currently dipping into reserves to male inventors.and the only book can reach her by telephone at 779- make ends meet,and,as a conse- the librarian could dire-ct her to 7109, by fax at 708-2305 and by e- quence,it will be tempting to just was about Betsy Rom mail at theegan@cctimes.com. let the building go to the highest bidder,perhaps pulling in an addi- tional$100,000 for the county. THE SUNDAY TIMES AUGUST 9, 1998 Old. school now a hot property m Antioch By h m Ghori could otter closer to the$345,000 price is the morally right choice for East ,nmEs STAFF Wzrrr s the county was asking when it put the County." ANTIOCH --The old Riverview building on the auction block. Rimbault said the historical society High School, for which the county Charter sclwol interested is the only group that is willing to guar- couldn't find a single bidder last year, antee public access to the site. has suddenly turned into a hot piece More recently the governing boThe organization has been going of real estate. of the Learner Center,the Antioch after state and federal grants to help Among several groups seeking the school district's recently formed char- its cause. It has also been pressing to 87-year-old,two-story,brick building ter school,has made its irrwrmt known. have the building put on the state reg- are the Antioch Historical Society,a Peter Cuts,a member of the school's istry of historical sites, yoga center, a school and a local man- governing board,said the school has That wish came true Friday,when ufacturing company. a one-year lease at the St.George Epis- the State Historical Commission voted Liz Rimbault,president of the An- oopalian Church but wads to move to unanimously to put the school on the Hoch Historical Society,isn't too thrilled a larger building as its student popu- official`list. by the tum of events. lation expands. Rimbault said the unanimous vote Until last month,her organization "We just think for the county and makes it almost automatic that the was the only one talking to the oocrnty the city using a school building for budding will also be designated a na- about buying the building—opened school children is a better use than giv- tional historic site, in 1911 as East County's first high ing it away to a historical society that That should bring in both state and school.The group wants to turn it into doesn't know how to pay for it any- federal money for seismic retrofits and a museum. way,"Cutt said. other work,she said. 'T'heir efforts began last October Curt admitted that the Antioch While Cancianulla said he supports when the county put the high school school district doesn't have any money the historical society he said another up- on the auction block.Although no bid- in its budget to pay for a ske either.But tion might be to use the building for a ders showed up,several protesters did he said the charter school is looking at transitional housing center,long needed in support of the historical society. forrning a fund-raising committee and in East County where there are no re. As a result, the county agreed to going after grants.It also has a certain sources for the homeless.Either way,he take the property off the market and amount of money it gets from the state said it should stay in public hands. see what could be worked out with the average daily attendance count. historical society. Canciamilla said a local manufac- Rimbault said it's important to pre- turing company has also reportedly ex- serve one of the few retraining arti- pressed interest in using the building facts of East County history.Besides for warehousing. its use as a high school,the site was Whoever does move in will have to also home to Fibreboard Research for be able to afford extensive seismic several decades before it was bought retrofitting work to the buildin&county by the now-defunct Riverview Fire Dis- officials say. trict,which was consolidated into the At their meeting last month,the county fire district. board of supervisors gave a wary re- Supervisor Joe Canciamilla,who ception to the historical society.Su- supports the historical society,has pro- pervisor Jun Rogers questioned why it posed leasing the building to the group should sell the property at a bargain with the option to buy at the end of basement price when the Eire depart- five years for$150,000—the same ment's finances are tight and a sale amount the fire district paid for it. could raise money for services. But at a county Board of Supervi- Ultimately,the board agreed to ne- sots meeting last month,another of- gotiate with the historical society but fer was presented---from Dhyanyoga look at other offers as well.It will prob- Centers, Inc.,which is based in Anti- ably discuss the issue again kr October. och,and wants to tutu the building into 'Morally right' a yoga and meditation center for its members, Representatives said they Acknowledging that the historical society won't be able to match some of the other offers,Rimbault said"this LEDGER DISPATCH WEDNESDAY, AUGt3ST 5 i99$ Charter school could Use building Editors This month a band new public school opens its doarsin Antioch for the first time.Thrao those doors will walk the most de- voed teachers, TAUUNG BACK hard-work- ing adminis- trator,extremely irwoked,parents,and 15 very ks ft chikhm heDanner Cen- tered School is the fimt public charter school m Contra CosbCoturty's history. This would neverhave been pos- sible without the handwork and ded- ication of a small group of East County women—fie teachers and administrator of the school. They boldly pushed forwadwithout money, experience,or much support.Once word got out what they were doing, highly motivated poem camped out on the city streets tDfine up and get their children into fie school.They leased space in a kxAchurch for this first year,held meetings,elected a school council,formed committees, and created a school. Now they want to pian for growth, instead of just K-8 gades,in 1999- 2000 they want to e&We preschool through 12th grade miLb as many as 300 students.There isa long waiting list of children that AMt get in to the school this year.They need the Riverview High Schodbuilding±'The school council is cunrntly working on a plan to submit a bid for the property,but we neWthe support of the community,polifidans,parents, and the media. We ask that you call or write County Supervisor Jae Canciamilla and write to the LedgarDispatch and tell them you support tie Learner Cen- tered School's lease orporchase of the Riverview High School building.Af- ter all, it's the childrei{°s legacy,this building was built by aa'forefathers for Antioch school chM-en. Peter J.Cutt Antioch (V NO Q e O 3' cy C bbl;; t tti t c t> y a} c Cl.�o G a y m >' CJ j E E Z • tom c> � bs� � w � cern " ° �°,� u toga wc' v c� s� a arwm 'mccsaa a v ' ar LS n�ro aa`i a ti` 0 0 d v �„ o'..` ai:�t�J.. rj v -c�a . !"w"nrn'S � 0 c.. 7°.,, v�{a°;v .0 "yam,", C O w O c.r N.0°W 2 f � /+y cv s t15 a> v ar ° � aayw w ° �C � u ar~cny a , a a ao r.�r,y mctw° Z7 Cp oC' ymcctr. + p 'Int3:o3 � a V1 `"�r� .aC a� I citC� ° va a w cn a 3 C v .. �� y za y z s �oqz Gar} Ean CIS IV W 't aa.0cl. v0 i E Y bn 00 '04 • , ta~ ea iGSm � IYJ G1 b " W ! 12 r iW. 'L w a , ca cli : a as is , r ° Cd co in x .cam ° U a 4.. a CO— .G w•to m.w. 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Right when you think the com- Especially since that same non- meditate. mon good is going to be protected, profit,religious organization classi- Sounds pretty harmless. someone pulls a rabbit out of his fico#ion puts the group in the envy- And of course,after that took hat.Or,in the latest scenario,a place,there d be some chanting. mile position of being able to plop Sounds a bit noisy,but the land is chant out of her sari. down more than a half-million dol-urchase and upgrade this Seems the folks at Dhyanyoga Jars to pzoned light industrial. And Centers Inc.want to buy the his- building says()'Leary,although he ,then,for those folks seek- toric Riverview High School in wouldn't disclose the buying price ing ultimate spiritual awakening, downtown.Antioch and set up a they'd offer there's the initiation. West Coast Conference Center. Now I'm curious. But that's not the bad news. set historical society hopes d Just what does this here"initia- tease the place for five years and The real problem arises because then purchase it for$150,000.Not tion"consist of? while members were meditating a bad deal,since taxpayers have VML it took two interruptions, and chanting,and getting lots of already bought the building once, and the hand over the phone donations from other members and are essentially buying back mouthpiece muffling the conversa- throughout the country,the folks what once belonged to us,before it tion,until I got an answer, with the Antioch Historical Society was transferred to the county with In order to be a disciple,a per- were also scrambling,albeit insonconsolidation of the fire dis- son meds to go through a little more traditional methods, rios. ceremony.It's usually on a Sunday t The local historians were trying morning and involves saying some to fund a way to convert this beau- Liz Rimbault,former council prayers and presenting an offering member and proponent for the his. to the teacher,usually flowers or THEREtorical society proposal pulls no fruit.When prompted,it was ac- punches when she describes the knowledged that financial dona- KEEGAN surprise offer from the yoga group, tions are also sought. which surfaced at the county board And,once one becomes a disci- Ledger Dispatch of supervisors meeting July 14. ple,what happens next I won- columnist "Is this to be the next site of the dered?Well,according to the web comet chasers?" page; tiful building,which most recently Now,now. The aspirant's health improves, housed the fire district,into a his- The disciples of Shri Anandi the shirr and the body become Ma,the grand poombah of the more attractive and waste matters Theywere all ready to get the museum for the public. yoga center,claim to be very nor- decrease substantially." hey mal people. Now we're talkie green Tight from the county super- In fact,just one phone call to Consider that a significant plus visors on Tuesday,but then the the Antioch house,oops,make that for this offer, humor has it thwa- Dhyanyoga proposal surfaced. the international headquarters,on Talk about bad karma. ter line:for the building,which at "It's really not us against the a midweek morning,put me in one point was owned by a neigh- historical society," insists Mike touch with a number of them. boring manufacturer,may be dis- O'Leary a spokesman for the yoga There was a special ed teacher- connected once a sale is com- from liberty High School,a li- leted.Decreased bodilywaste group. "We want to work with censed therapist who works for the could only be a plus. thein,"he asserts. county and Dileepji,Anandi's hus And,Mike Partain,the real es- Well they should. band and also a teacher. The center's web page doesn't Since I had'em on the horn,I tate broker representing talk about how the center deals figured I'd ask a.few questions Dhyanyoga puts all this in crude, with real estate turf wars,but the about just what would be going on Painful perspective. "The only group supposedly promotes pros• here,if the county opted to sell thing that's important is if my perity,brotherhood, love and this choice site to Dhyanyoga. client's money is green." awakening the Kundalini,or divine Well,for starters,there'd be Hmmm,let me meditate on that energy,in member& people from throughout the West profound thought. And all within the realms of its Coast,converging in Antioch,to nonprofit status. •itb ti♦t i i # f •i ; ►r r# Y t rs r"3�, a'+ �S >F`9r�},� '1e. ... i v+`'dy .aAa,R ,X-tu �r ,k� •�'f Up- mM � 1, �.�"� ��# `�'�� «�..-,... �� �`� "^a' � ftp .:`G ~,..••,v.«.,.,..-:... err t 14 7777 �tT.+cr#lta si : w • � s41 . s s s C- Historians on ror Antioch Site Group says old brie school should be used as museum By ChrUtopherHeredta school is the only useable site of en a stand on the building's future cele skrWraw historical value in eastern Contra use, costa County. "It would be great if the histori- Members of the Antioch Hlstor- But at least two private busi- cal society could use the facitity," teal Society will try again tomor- nesses have expressed an interest Paulson said, "but it's not some- row to persuade Contra Costa in purchasing it:One wants to use thing we are at the table discuss. County supervisors to allow them it as an office building, and the ing." to convert the vacant Riverview other would like to turn it into a Rimbault said the group would Union high School into a museum. warehouse or manufacturing like a five-year lease and would The county, which bought the plant. ,high school from a private firm in County administrators would open the museum immediately. They would then apply for grants 1875 for use as a fire district head- use money from selling the build- quarters, tried in September to ing to augment the deficit-ridden and other funding to come up with auction the building,but members fire district budget,which they are $150,000 to buy the building. of the historical society protested. trying to cut by$2.5 million. Time, vandalism and weather Canciamilla said that even if have taken their toll on the build- The 87-year-old Sire brick school been the county got the $345,000 it ing since the fire district moved West Fourth Street has not been wants for the building,it would be out. Several windows have been used by students since 193L it has broken and are boarded up.A rear been vacant since 1995,when the a relatively small amount in the Riverview Fire District merged $45 million budget — barely awning was felled by the wind. with the Contra Costa Consolidat- enough to buy a new fire truck Members of the historical soci- ed Fire District. He said the county would be ety are eager to protect the build- Members of the Antioch Histor. better served by giving the old ing from further decay. ical Society will be out in force at school to the historical society. "It doesn't have to be the best the Board of Supervisors meeting. "It's a beautiful building, a deal,"Rimbault said. "It has to be "If we lose this site from histor. great location for both the commu- the most morally correct deal to ical preservation,well never get it preserve this site for f uture gener- back again," said Elizabeth Rim- "It's ations." bault, the group's treasurer and a former Antioch councilwoman. budding, a great Rimbault and Supervisor Joe location or both the Caneiamilla,who is supporting the group's efforts, said the old high communities of "If use rose this site Antioch and from historical Pittsburgr." preservation, we'll —JOECANCIAMILLA, Contra Costa County supervisor neverget it back nities of Antioch and Pittsburg," again." Canciamilla said. --ELIZABETH RIMBAULT Lou Paulson,president of Unit- Antioch historical Society Treasurer' ed Professional Fire Fighters Lo- cal 1230,said his group has not tak- O'— 3 -vi { � Y A1p u{, th T��p .]� 1 J �'Ai✓c'iasam`s i Y w ' x 1 4 � _> Y x. nSrf? • a s F LEDGER DISPATCH WEDNESDAY, JULY 15. 1998 First hl* p,,,h school in St County the bl o- cks Historic society wants building as new headquarters By€MRAN GHOR€ Under the proposal, the group ment is the one that pays for it,"said Staff writer would take over full responsibility Michael Partain,a real estate broker MARTINEZ—The Antioch His- for the building while paying a nom- repro Dhyanyoga Centers Inc. torical Society should have a shot at inal rent of$5 per year.At the end But Liz Rimbault, a member of buying the historic Riverview High of the five years, it would pay the historical society and former An. School building,county supervisors $150,000 for the building,the same tioch councilwoman, said the corn- decided Tuesday. amount the fire district paid Fibre- munity would lose an important part But it may not be the only bidder. board for it. of its history forever if the building y y But it was a tough sell to the rest is sold for private use. In agreeing to work on a sale agree- of the board,with only Supervisor "It's so short-sighted for a few ment with the society,the Board of Su- Donna Gerber supporting Canci- extra dollars to sell it to a yoga cen- pervisors indicated Tuesday A would amilta at first. ter that will seal it off to the pub- also consider other offers for the two- Supervisor Jim Rogers called lic,"she said. story,red-brick structure at Sornersvilie the deal "a fairly massive subsidy g Road and Fourth Street in Antioch, bulWn n Preservationists want to tum the out of w very troubled fire depart- K tie went budget to benefit the Antioch The historical society has agreed building into a museum for the his- Historical Society." to put in the sales deed that it will torafter t society and went into action He said the fire district,struggling keep the building open to the pub- after the county put o on the were with a deficit, would be better off lic,Rimb�t said. tion block last fail. No offers were king some money off the building. She said supervisors also need to rials have noir agreed to delay w sale made at the time, and county ale maCanciamilla responded that the recognize that East County residents to give the historical society a one-time proceeds from a sale — have already invested much money chance to make an offer. which he called a relatively small into the building---buying it as a amount in the fire district budget— school and then again for the fire&- History in the tttaking are outweighed by the benefit of pre- trict."It has been paid for with Last Riverview High School was the first serving the building and keeping it County tax dollars,"she said. East County high school,serving stu. accessible to the public. Rimbauit said the society is work- dents from Oakley to Pittsburg after Canciamilla got a third vote for ing with businesses and agencies to opening in 1911.It closed in 1931 af• passage only after Supervisor Mark buy the building,and with Assem- ter the Riverview Union High School DeSaulnier said he would support blyman Tom Torlakson, state Sen. District dissolved and the different the proposal if the county also looks Richard grey and Congresswoman towns built their own high schools. at other offers. Ellen Tauscher to secure state and The building was later used for Another bidder federal grants. several decades by Fibreboard Re. It also is"to place the build- search before it was bought by the One of the historical society's ri- ing on state and national registries old Riverview Fire Protection District vals for the building made its own of historical sites,which would al- in the 1980s. The building has been pitch to the supervisors Tuesday. low the group to apply for more vacant since 1994,when Riverview Dhyanyoga Centers Inc. wants to grants,she said, fire merged into the Contra Costa turn the building into a yoga and Both the Ma center and the his- County Fire Protection District. meditation center. Representatives torical society said they might be "It is one of the very few re- said they could offer closer to the willing tovmfk with each other and maining historic structures that sur- $345,000 price the county was ask- even share space if necessary. But vive in Eastern Contra Costa ing when it put the building on the both claimed their purchase of the County," said Supervisor Joe Can- auction block. property would serve the public in- ciamilla,who has supported the his- The yoga center also argued that terest beth torical society's efforts. seismic improvements and renova- A local manufacturing company At his urging, supervisors Tues- tions necessary to use the building has also reportedly expressed interest day agreed to try to negotiate a five- would be too costly for the histori- in using the building for warehousing. year lease with the historical society, cal society. The lease option and other pro- which would buy the property at the "By doing a sweetheart deal with posals will oxce back to the board end of the period. the historical society,the fire depart- in 90 days for consideration. LEDGER DISPATCH TUESDAY. MARCH-31 , 1998 fEstointans out of oldh* hmuseum school #MRAN GHf7R# bault said the organization is look- through after Gov. Pete Wilson ve- y ing for a partner such as the East toed the proposal. Stats writer Bay Regional Park District or the city "There's a slim chance we can get ANTIOCH—Local preservation- of Antioch to take over the property, it through,"said Gloria Oma a Tor- ists are trying to put together a deal Rimbault said the group has al- lakson's chief of staff. to turn the old Riverview High ready been in discussions with Ted g .County Supervisor Joe Canei- School into a museum. Radke, a member of the park dis- amilla has been working on the pos- But efforts to save the historic struc- trict's board of directors. sibility of having Antioch join forces ture hinge on the Antioch Historical "They're not quite sure how we'd with the Contra Costa County His- Society's ability to find a government Fit in their system but they're willing tory Center. partner and state funding to help it ac- to look at it,"Rimbault said. The center, located in Pleasant. quire the property from the county. Rimbault said the park district Hill, is running out of space and Members of the society say the doesn't have the budget for pur- looking for a new looatinn: Canci- property is an important piece of chasing and acquiring the building amilla said the-Old Riverview an h Contra Costa County's past. so the historical society would have g The two-story brick building on to Figure out a way to be Financially School might be er. the Antioch waterfront at the corner self-sustaining. The solution e of both of Fourth Street and Somersville She believes maintenance of the groups'.problems,and because the county enter is the official keeper Road was East County's first per- building could be paid for through �' per manent high school in 1911. rentals for weddings and parties. of cope r ds,the Antioch His- It served students from Oakley to Radke said he's asked the district to worry o t.would not have to Pittsburg for 20 years until the dif- worry alynoc. urchasing the build- staff to take a look at the idea but ad- ing,he said. ferent towns formed their own mitted there's some concern and re- The ief obstacle to the plan is school districts and opened their own luctance about the park district tak- that the county center doesn't want high school campuses. ing on a historic building,an area that to moveito East County. The building,was then home to it does not usually get involved in. "It is Or4$ably not a good site.for Fibreboard Research for several He said the district would like to our historical society," said��efty decades before it became headquar- encourage and be helpful" and Maffei,director of the county center. ters for the Riverview Fire Protec- would prefer the county to take on The center is visited daily by stu- tion District in the 1980s. After the the administrative role. fire district was consolidated into the dents and teachers and would need Contra Costa Fire District in 1994, Efforts are also under way at the to be located in a central area with the building became vacant. state level by Assemblyman Tom Tor- easy access to public transportation, Last fall,the county put the prop- lakson, D-Antioch, to get $100,000 she said. for the project. Maffei said the center is full arty g the auction block with an But that request has to make its portive of the historical society'sfully asking price of$345,000 but attracted way through the Legislature and the posal to turn the high schol into a ro- no bidders. y g g g After pleas from preservationists, governor.Last year,a similar request museum. however, the county agreed to give to purchase the old Post-Dispatch But Canciamilla said the Antioch building in downtown Pittsburg for grow doesn't have resources to o together an offer by June. the historical society a chance to put the Pittsburg Historical Society fell it alone, g e, even if the county were to But with little funds of its own, give the property away. historical society member Liz Rim- "They don't have the resources to buy the building or remodel it," he said. "What we need to do is find someone they can partner with. That's where the history center comes in." The fire departmad estimated that the building neeb d around$2.5 million worth of we&to be earth- quake-safe, but Itimbault believes that number is vastlykflated. She said that esduak is based on turning the buildinginto a fire ad- ministrative and dismkr center of- fice.The group,which has its own architects goingowdrthe building, estimated the numbarat more like $350,000,she said "Even though irs owidered un- reinforced masonrl4vas done at a very high standard,'Acsaid."It's a pretty stable budder.' ry _ THE OLD Riverview High School bui! DAN HONDAILEDGER DISPATCH soon be turned into an Antioch historacam W.Fourth St.could LRD CLI 7 ED, MCCUTCHEN � MCCUTCHEN,DOYLE,BROWN&ENERSEN,LLP 1m OF SU TRA COSTA October $, 1998 Direct:(925)975-5310 sskaggs@mdbe.com VIA Hand Delivery Hon. Jim Rogers, Chairman and Members of the Board of Supervisors County of Contra Costa 651 Pine Street, 1 lth Floor Martinez, CA 94553 Riverview F.D. Headquarters Our File No. 21563-001 Dear Supervisors: I am writing about the possible sale of the former headquarters of the Riverview Fire District in Antioch. I understand this will be considered by you at your meeting next Tuesday. We represent Dhyanyoga Centers, Inc., a non-profit corporation, which has submitted an offer to purchase the property for $350,000. We urge you to accept the offer. The sale would provide needed funds that could be used in many ways to benefit of the public. The property would be used for the many services to the community provided by Dhyanyoga Centers, as described in its letter to you dated September 30, 1998. If you have questions or need more information about the offer or Dhyanyoga Centers, please contact me. Very truly yours, Sanford M. Skaggs cc: all Supervisors, by fax Phil Batchelor Pat Smyres, PWD Michael O'Leary CA982810.013 A T T O R N E Y S A T L A W 1331 N. California Blvd., P.O. Box V San Francisco Palo Alto Walnut Creek, California 94596-1270 Los Angeles Taipei Tel. (925) 937-8000 Fax (925) 975-5390 Walnut Creek www.mccutchen.com RECEIVED ' MCC Ur-rc H EN MCCUTCH N,I)OYLE,BROWN 6c ENER$EN,LLP ER0 8 1:T 8 f S TRA C(JStA October 8, 1998 Direct:(925)975-5310 sskaggs@mdbe.com VIA Hand Delivery Hon. Jim Rogers, Chairman and Members of the Board of Supervisors County of Contra Costa 651 fine Street, 11th Floor Martinez, CA 94553 Riverview F.D. Headquarters Our File No.21563-001 Dear Supervisors: I am writing about the possible sale of the former headquarters of the Riverview Fire District in Antioch. I understand this will be considered by you at your meeting next Tuesday. We represent Dhyanyoga Centers, Inc., a non-profit corporation, which has submitted an offer to purchase the property for$350,000. We urge you to accept the offer. The sale would provide needed funds that could be used in many ways to benefit of the public. The property would be used for the many services to the community provided by Dhyanyoga Centers, as described in its letter to you dated September 30, 1998. If you have questions or need more information about the offer or Dhyanyoga Centers, please contact me. Very truly yours, Sanford M. Skaggs cc: all Supervisors, by fax Phil Batchelor Pat Smyres, PWD Michael O'Leary CAS8281 0.013 ATTORN EY S AT L AW 1331 N. California Blvd., P.O. Sox V San Francisco Palo Alto Walnut Creek, California 94596-1270 Los Angeles Taipei Tel. (925) 937-8000 fax (925) 975-5390 Walnut Creek www.mccutchen.com