October 2018 - 6 year Anniversary Issue!
Issue #72
Oct/early Nov 2018
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Third Annual MH Pumpkin Fest A Smash Success
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Pattison Resigns as MH GM
November 6th Mountain House Matters is delivered monthly Community Services District Counsel, Dan Schroeder, announces that the CSD Board has accepted the resignation of General Manager, Edwin Pattison at the October 10, 2018 board meeting
By Bryan Harrison
Mountain House, CA – Crowds turned out in droves for the third annual Mountain House Pumpkin Festival Saturday, October 27, 2018. An estimated 3,000 people attended the four hour event, from 10am-2pm at Central Park. Hosted by Drew Jacobsen, of Mountain House Real Estate, in conjunction with the MH Community Services District, the very popular event featured a wide array of activities for the whole family. The event also served to help bring contributions of food items to be included in a donation to Second Harvest Food Bank. The event included a pumpkin patch, where folks could choose a pumpkin, then carve it to their heart’s desire right at the site. There were pony rides, a petting zoo, a mechanical bull ride, a bounce house, and
By Bryan Harrison
even a hay ride for all to enjoy, at no cost! "The turn-out was pretty amazing this year," stated organizer, Drew Jacobsen, "especially since we really didn't get much advertising out on it this time. This event continues to grow is size and scope, just as our town is growing." The quantity of food items donated has also increased every year, Drew stated, although he believes putting a bit more focus on that aspect of the Pumpkin Festival next year could help take that to another level, as well. “We appreciate everyone who donated or contributed towards the food drive,” he said. As for the event itself, everyone seemed to have a fabulous time. Food vendors were present, as well as DJ music, provided by
Mountain House General Manager, Edwin Pattison, tendered his resignation with the Community Services District Board of Directors October 3, 2018. The CSD Board, in closed session October 10th, accepted his resignation. Upon returning to the dais following closed session, Mountain House District Counsel, Dan Schroeder, announced the resulting action from closed session, stating as much, before the board resumed open session. The board members, returning to open session, then went down the line, beginning with Director Andy Su, Vice President Bernice King-Tingle, President Manuel continued page 2 Moreno, Director Brian Lucid and, finally, Director Dan Harrison, each thanking Mr. Pattison for his nearly four years of dedicated service to the community. Each - see page 21 director had words of praise and positive sentiments for a general manager who has seen this town through numerous challenges and struggles, pretty literally since day one of his tenure. District Counsel, in turn, expressed that same appreciation. And, finally, Mr. Pattison thanked the board,
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and praised the work of his staff, saying “I would take them all with me if I could”. He went on to say that it’s “with a tear in my eye that I leave”. With the announcement, attorney Schroeder also stated the Ms. Sarah Ragsdale has been named as Interim General Manager. No further details regarding a permanent replacement were stated at this time. Pattison has accepted a new position as General Manager for the Tuolumne Utility District, where he will begin working November 26, 2018. He told MH Matters that it’s about a 50 minute drive from his home in Modesto. “Mr. Pattison has the experience, creativity, talent and leadership qualities that the TUD Board, staff and our local partners were looking for to fill the General Manager position,” Roberta Balen, the TUD board president, was quoted as saying in the Union Democrat, of Sonora. Pattison’s legacy as Mountain House GM is strong. He proved his leadership ability from the start, and leaves this position having accomplished a good many things. continued page 3
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3 Witches’ Ride Highlights
4 Halloween Parade highlights
11 Launch of Youth Tribune
12 MHTC Bathukamma Celebration