Normally would recommend Arizona Cypress for screening in California, but they typically need well-draining soil. Perhaps a California Redwood would be your best bet for screening. There should be some native pines that would also be worth considering.
Let us know where you are at. Good luck with your project.

What part of California?

Thank you scotjute and bboy for helping much appreciated.

I live in Madera, California, summers are HOT! Triple digits (100-112) June thru August. Winters are cold with temps dropping down in the low 30's.
My backyard faces East so I get Sunshine all day long. That section in the picture gets sun exposure for the greater part of the day. There are no other trees planted within 800 feet with exception to the the 80 acres of almond trees just planted last week directly behind my house.
I do not prefer pine trees nor any trees that have any type of sticky fruit droppings or sap like substances as I plan on having a BBQ island and seating in the very near vicinity.
I hope this information helps. I will check back in tomorrow.

Thanks again !! :)

PATMORE ASH
TUPELO
MAJESTIC TULIP TREE
RED MAPLE
GREEN ASH

Again, SelecTree is the resource you need. For example, tupelo has a good chance of not working there.

Thank you WxDano, I will check out the link you provided.

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