Alameda Chamber of Commerce Hosts Thinking Strategist James Allen

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For several years, Don Lindsey worked in the real estate market in Alameda, CA. Alongside his work, Don Lindsey remained actively involved with the city and served as president of the Alameda Chamber of Commerce. This organization works to promote business in the city while providing unique events for its citizens.

This past November, the Alameda Chamber of Commerce hosted an event thinking strategist James Allen as part of its Successful Thinkers Network. This initiative helps expose local business owners to key ideas and winning strategies. At the event, Allen went over three steps that are necessary for achieving success in life. Through these steps, individuals unlock their true potential.

Allen focused on strategies that individuals can apply immediately in their lives to gain more confidence and get out of negative thought patterns. Attendees learned how to focus on their goals and identify self-sabotaging behavior so that they can get close to them. The talk also focused on finding purpose and building better connections with people in the community.

Strong Halibut Catch for Northern California Anglers

Halibut on the beach sand
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Don Lindsey is a longtime real estate executive who led Gallagher and Lindsey Realtors in Alameda from 1965 to 2005. Passionate about sailing and fishing, Don Lindsey has caught a wide variety of fish over the years.

One positive development for local fishermen in 2019 was a record halibut catch, with live bait, such as anchovies, used by sports anglers to quickly reach limits in the Oyster Point area of the South Bay and in the Berkeley Flats.

The California halibut fishery, which stretches year-round, also reported strong catches, with North Coast anglers in the Crescent City and Fort Bragg region catching 2,500 pounds during the first five days of the fishery in May. This level of catch is usually only achieved during the peak summer months.

The health of the halibut population is attributed to excellent forage conditions, combined with sustained conservation efforts over the past quarter century. In 1993, the United Anglers of California's efforts led to inshore trawling being banned beyond the Golden Gate. At the same time, the recreational halibut limit was reduced from five to three fish.

Historical Buildings Restoration Techniques

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Known as a preservationist, Don Lindsey has restored many commercial and residential buildings in Alameda, California, acquiring them and acknowledging their origins as much as possible. Don Lindsey, a community-minded citizen, was once part of the board of directors at Alameda Hospital and at the Alameda First National Bank, in which he served for 17 years.

Historic buildings are a part of a city’s culture and history. They can be restored with the use of three different techniques, that are known not to compromise the building’s integrity and original design. The proper method for restoring a specific structure is determined by its physical condition, the historical significance, the overall budget of the project, and the proposed use.

1. Repairs - This technique refers to small adjustments like the repair of doors and windows, painting, redecorating, replacing electrical wires and glass panes, and more. Repairing ensures the preservation of the building’s original architectural elements.

2. Restoration - If the building is deteriorated past the regulations for use, then it needs to be restored until the strength of the architectural structure meets relevant code requirements. It consists of changing aspects of the structure, for example, building and restoring strengthening formations, like arches and pillars, and so on.

3. Preservation - This technique is used when the structure needs to be safeguarded from additional damage. It implies strengthening the formation while maintaining the original form so that it resists events like natural disasters.