FREE Estimates & 3D Design! Call Today!
(530) 622-8477 Visit our Showroom at 386 Placerville Drive
Your Vision, Our Expertise!
AMERICAN KITCHEN CABINETS & COUNTERTOPS Cabinets You Want at a Price to Fit Your Budget! americankitchencabinets.co • Call or Text (530) 622-8477
173
C ALI FORN IA’S OLDE ST NE W SPAPER
rd
mtdemocrat.com
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2024
VOLUME 173 • ISSUE 16 | $1.00
HOME DESTROYED
– E S T. 18 51
PATIENT 195 NEW SPECIAL
$
Normally $485
Limited spaces available Call for details Placerville, CA
530-358-9100
Shasta man a suspect in social media stalking n Threats and explicit photos sent to
Heavy winds whipped across the county over the weekend, toppling many trees, including one which landed squarely on a Pollock Pines mobile home at around 10 p.m. Sunday, above. The home was redtagged by first responders, leaving resident Ron Zigelhofer “with only the clothes on his back,” according to his brother Randy Zigelhofer. Jeff Thomas, right photo, looks at the work left to be done after hours of clearing fallen tree debris next to the mobile home at Snowline Mobile Home Park. “It looks like they’re going to have to just condemn it; there’s just too much damage done,” Thomas said while looking at the home, almost torn in half by the weight of the fallen tree.
girls at local youth shelter Mountain Democrat staff
Mountain Democrat photos by Odin Rasco
AT&T moves to drop obligation to provide landline service Odin Rasco Staff writer
PLACE ADDRESS LABEL HERE
Applications recently filed by telecommunications company AT&T to the California Public Utilities Commission has Californians concerned about their landlines, though the company claims nobody will lose service. The communications
giant is moving to drop its status as the carrier of last resort in regions throughout California, a position of obligation that requires AT&T to offer basic landline services in many areas across the state. Basic service is a set of nine service elements, including Lifeline rates for eligible customers, free access to 911 and operator services, according to information published by the CPUC. AT&T is the largest COLR in California and is required to provide traditional landline service to any potential customer in its obligation areas. The application filed by AT&T, A.23-03003, would remove its COLR status without designating another company to replace it. In El Dorado County ATT’s request would remove its COLR designation in the
following censusdesignated places and their surrounding areas: Auburn Lake Trails Cameron Park Camino Cold Springs Coloma Diamond Springs El Dorado Hills Georgetown Grizzly Flat Meyers Placerville Pollock Pines Shingle Springs South Lake Tahoe Tahoma A location without a COLR may be left with no landline telephone company serving that area, meaning customers might have to switch to cellular phones or VoIP, voice over internet, which would be difficult or infeasible for rural residents with spotty reception or limited internet infrastructure. CPUC may deny AT&T’s proposal; if it does not, no carriers would be
required to provide service in the area, though they may choose to offer services or volunteer to become the new COLR, according to information on the CPUC web site. AT&T is also attempting to step away from its designation as an eligible telecommunications carrier; this designation provides the company federal financial assistance from the Universal Service Fund to provide high quality and affordable service to customers of all income levels. One program funded by this federal assistance is Lifeline, which is distinct from the California-funded LifeLine program that covers the monthly service costs for telephone service to eligible residents. In looking to end its involvement as n See AT&T, page A5
A 19-year-old Shasta County man reportedly used social media to send explicit images and videos of himself to girls staying at a Placerville youth shelter. Police were called to the shelter Jan. 13 to investigate. The suspect progressed to sending threatening images and videos, including of him holding firearms, according to the Placerville Police Department. Detectives with PPD’s Crime Reduction Unit identified Ryan Byers as a suspect and on Feb. 2 the El Dorado County Superior Court granted an arrest warrant for Byers and a search warrant for his home. The explicit images and threats were all made using the social media app Instagram. Byers’ threats to his victims warned he would come to the shelter to sexually assault and shoot them. During a search of Byers’ residence, numerous firearms and ammunition were located, according to PPD. The firearms were the same ones displayed by Byers in the threatening Instagram messages he sent. Detectives say they seized additional evidence, including electronic devices, that will undergo forensic analysis. With the assistance of the Shasta County Sheriff ’s Office, Byers was taken into custody without n See STALKING, page A3
Residents oppose perinatal rehab center plans Eric Jaramishian Staff writer
Many Rescue residents are in opposition of a proposed 30-bed substance treatment center proposed in the rural community. The project is expected to break ground in March. Native Directions Inc., a Manteca-based tribal entity that provides “culturally relevant and clientcentered treatment services for Native Americans and others experiencing chemical dependency,” put in an application to the Department of Health Care Services, in collaboration with housing nonprofit HomeCA, to construct a substance use disorder treatment center off Deer Valley Road. New Tribal Youth Perinatal Residential SUD would include construction of three buildings, including a 7,400-square-foot facility that would accommodate 16 family units and a child center. Housing for Native Directions staff and private counseling offices are also part of plans. n See REHAB CENTER, page A8
Our Sun.
The Positive Energy! Call for a FREE quote! Solar & Battery Backup Zero down financing! Start saving today. Mountain Democrat
CSL# 1065773
Your #1 Locally Owned Solar Installer
(530) 344-3237 • solarsavingsdirect.com 3867 Dividend Dr., #A, Shingle Springs
2010
A2 Friday, February 9, 2024 Mountain Democrat mtdemocrat.com
ESSENTIALS OBITUARIES Obituaries on this page are written and paid for by the families or funeral homes. They are edited minimally by the Mountain Democrat. To submit an obituary, call (530) 622-1255, e-mail obits@mtdemocrat.net, fax (530) 344-5092, or visit mtdemocrat.com under “Submission Forms” at the bottom of the website. Include contact information with all submissions.
Thelma Steward
Sept. 30, 1933 – Jan. 25, 2024
Thelma Irene Steward was born in Chicora, PA. on Sept 30, 1933. She died in Placerville, CA on Jan 25, 2024 Thelma attended grade school near Chicora, PA and graduated from Karns City High School in 1951. In November 1951, she married Donald G. Dunlap. They lived in Chicora until 1965, and had three children: Terry, Glenn, and Kevin. In 1965 they moved to Southern California where Thelma and Don managed apartments until 1971 when they moved to Shingle Springs, CA to manage Crazy Horse Campground. After her divorce in 1975, Thelma married Alan Steward in 1978 and they worked together to create his business, Video Marquee. Once the business was established Thelma began to pursue sculpting, which she had been fascinated by since her mother took her to a museum as a child. Thelma sculpted for years and won many awards for her dolls. Thelma was a faithful Christian who loved her church, her family and her friends. Always one for an adventure, she took her grandchildren to New York, Washington D.C., Israel, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Alaska and Hawaii. She also fostered a love of creativity and the arts in her grandchildren, partly through taking them to performances such as The Nutcracker and to see musicians like Itzhak Perlman. Thelma loved parties, pizza and ice cream and was not above making up a holiday as an excuse to invite friends and family over. Every summer, until his death, she and Alan hosted a camp for their grandchildren and their grandchildren’s friends. They also hosted a summer music camp for grandkids and other families from Thelma’s church. For the last three years Thelma lived at Ponte Palmero in the Lighthouse where she herself was a light and a joy to staff and residents alike, with smiles and kind words for everyone she met. Family and friends surrounded Thelma to see her off as her savior brought her into eternity, healed her body and cured her dementia on January 25, 2024. Thelma was preceded in death by Don Dunlap and Alan Steward and her son Kevin Dunlap. She is survived by her daughter Terry Gossner of Placerville, CA; son Glenn Dunlap, of Machias, ME; and stepson Sid Steward of McKinney, TX; 11 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at: Grace Reformed Baptist Church, 1386 Carson Road, Placerville on Saturday February 10th at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the GoFundMe account for Charlotte Faith Syres at: www.gofundme.com/f/ heart-transplant-for-baby-charlotte
Michael Torres
March 13, 1951 - Jan 26, 2024
Michael Torres born 3/13/51 entered Heaven’s gate on 1/26/24 at the age of 72. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. Mike was born in Sacramento CA but lived most of his life in Placerville. His favorite pastime was fishing, hunting and gold panning and when he wasn’t outdoors he loved watching sports on TV, football, car racing, baseball and boxing. Mike leaves behind his brother Louie Torres, his sisters Gloria Miser, Mary Soto and Kathy Rogers along with numerous nephews and nieces. He is proceeded in death by his Mother & Father Connie and Daniel Torres, his brothers, Daniel, David & Jesse and his sisters Frances Davis and Sara Torres. He will be missed by many especially his brothers dog Smiley. Services will be held at Chapel of the Pines on February 15th from 2 - 6 pm. His funeral will be on February 16th at 11 am followed by a graveside service at 12:30 pm. A Celebration of life will be held after the services at 3550 China Garden Road, Placerville in the Clubhouse.
Georgette Pilipovich Barton
Joyce Bahnsen
Dec. 17, 1925 – Jan. 28, 2024
Mar. 8, 1950 – Dec. 26, 2023
Georgette Pilipovich Barton died peacefully at home on the night of Dec. 26, 2023 after an intense, three-month battle with pancreatic cancer. Born March 8, 1950 in Greensburg, PA, Georgette moved to Rancho Cordova with her mother Thresa, father George and three younger Pilipovich sisters in 1962. George, a master machinist, had been recruited by Aerojet the year before. He always explained that “a free community college education” for his soon-to-be five daughters provided a significant advantage over Pennsylvania at that time. As the eldest, Georgette often acted as a second mother to her sisters, boasting she “had taught them everything they knew.” After high school, she and a friend drifted to L.A. and worked in a factory. She came home a year later looking for a new adventure and married Michael Barton in November 1969 and the couple had sons Joseph and Jamin over the next four years. The family moved to Outingdale in 1976 when Mike was hired to teach at Pioneer School. Georgette finished her degree and Secondary Credential at CSU Sacramento and began teaching English at El Dorado High School in September 1979. She and Mike separated the following year. She began dating and eventually married her former EDHS colleague and Mountain Democrat staff writer, Chris Daley. Joe and Jamin welcomed two year-old Aaron Daley into the newly blended Barton-Daley family clan. More than a dozen years of “every other week” of shared custody worked surprisingly well. Fortunately, Mike and Aaron’s mother Florence Duchardt, were also teachers and all worked fairly compatible schedules for many years. Georgette resigned from teaching in 1985 to become a partner in Sierra Music Center. Five years later, she left Sierra Music and opened Step Up, a dance and exercise wear store. She had always loved dance and had continued her earlier ballet training at Carol Fisher’s Academy of Ballet studio after moving to EDC. She remained close friends with many women and a few men she met through dance. And after a half-dozen more years behind a retail counter in Placerville, Cameron Park and El Dorado hills, it was time for another change. She closed Step Up, and signed on with the Mountain Democrat to Manage its Classified Advertising department. Reprising her six-year theme, she gave notice and moved on from the paper. A day or two later, a district superintendent called and offered her the dance teacher position at Union Mine High School. Retiring in 2015, Georgette would later confess that teaching dance and performing arts for 10 years was the professional career she had been looking for her entire adult life. Throughout countless in-class and “standing room only” public productions, she was the leader, creator, often choreographer, frequent costume mistress and seamstress. As the architect, she drew high praise but of course she credited and coaxed those outstanding and memorable performances out of her beloved students. Georgette was preceded in death by her son Joe, sisters Patrice and Lisa, proud and loving parents Thresa and George. She is survived by Chris, son Jamin, stepson Aaron, sisters Michele Strouth and Jeanine D’Anneo, nephew Nick D’Anneo, grandsons Thomas and Charlie Daley. Georgette (Gigi to her immediate family) is and will be greatly missed but with a timeless remembrance by those who knew and loved her: friends, colleagues, fellow theater folk, students and her loving family. We remember Gigi as sometimes stubborn, but soft hearted, who cried on any sad cue and was always up for a little goofy fun. Never a mincer of words, she was the best ally to have on your side. She loved travel and treasured the simple joys life offered her every day. We will celebrate Georgette’s and Gigi’s life at a special gathering for all her family, friends and fans, tentatively scheduled for a weekend in March.
Coloma 52/37 El Dorado Hills 53/36
Pollock Pines 39/28
Somerset 47/35 Fair Play 45/33
Cameron Diamond Springs Park 48/35 50/35
Map shows today’s Highs and overnight Lows
PLACERVILLE 5-DAY FORECAST Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
HIGH: 47° LOW: 35°
HIGH: 54° LOW: 35°
HIGH: 54° LOW: 39°
HIGH: 56° LOW: 41°
HIGH: 57° LOW: 42°
More clouds than sun. A few flurries or snow showers possible. High 47F. Winds light and variable.
Mainly sunny. High 54F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph.
Partly cloudy. High 54F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph.
Mostly cloudy. High 56F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph.
Partly cloudy skies. High 57F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph.
Mountain Democrat
Winner of the California Newspaper Publishers Association’s 2011 “General Excellence” award
CONTACT US
TO PLACE AN AD
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
(530) 344-5048 / ibalentine@mtdemocrat.net
Retail Advertising
Office Hours:
(530) 622-1255 / Fax: (530) 622-7894 Toll-Free from El Dorado Hills: (888) 622-1255
PUBLISHER
Classified Advertising
(530) 622-1255 / classifieds@mtdemocrat.net
Obituaries (Submit @ mtdemocrat.com) (530) 622-1255 / obits@mtdemocrat.net
Public Notices
Richard B. Esposito
(530) 344-5055 / resposito@mtdemocrat.net
(530) 344-5086 / legals@mtdemocrat.net
VACATION HOLDS
EDITORIAL STAFF
If you would like your delivery temporarily put on hold, call our office at least one week prior to the first day to be stopped. You can also visit our website at mtdemocrat.com, scroll to the bottom and select “Customer Service.”
Krysten Kellum Editor
530-344-5072 / kkellum@mtdemocrat.net
Noel Stack Managing Editor 530-344-5073 / nstack@villagelife.net
Mimi Escabar Special Sections Editor 530-344-5070 / mescabar@mtdemocrat.net
Eric Jaramishian Staff writer 530-344-5063 / eric@mtdemocrat.com
MISSED DELIVERY
Call 530-344-5000. If you have not received your paper leave us a message, we’ll return your call.
SUBSCRIPTION RATES
Odin Rasco Staff writer
Call (530) 344-5000 to subscribe 3 mos. $39 +tax
GRAPHICS
Letty Bejarano-Carvajal Graphics Manager
(530) 344-5049 / lettyb@mtdemocrat.net Click “Staff Directory” at the bottom of mtdemocrat.com for full staff directory
6 mos. $70 +tax
1 yr.
$120 +tax
2 yrs.
$220 +tax
MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT (ISSN 0745-7677) – Published Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for $120.00 per year (plus tax) by carrier, or by mail (includes applicable tax) in El Dorado County (other rates available upon request) by Mountain Democrat, Inc., 2889 Ray Lawyer Drive, Placerville, CA 95667. Periodical Postage Paid at Placerville, CA. Post Master: Send address changes to the Mountain Democrat, P. O. Box 1088, Placerville, CA 95667
El Dorado Funeral & Cremation Services Direct Cremation from $1,305 $1,300
New & Refurbished Computers Sales & Service Sales and Service
Porch Pirate Safety Zone!
530-626-1399 384 Placerville Dr, Ste. B • Placerville
Camino 42/31
Placerville 47/35
Malachi@mtdemocrat.com
We do not publish anonymous letters so don’t forget to include your first and last name and where in El Dorado County you live.
Now offering a SAFE place for your packages. Have your packages delivered here at NO CHARGE! Solving problems… it’s what we do!
South Lake Tahoe 78/37 34/16
Georgetown 45/33
Malachi Parker Staff writer
Email your letter to editor to editor@mtdemocrat.net
Since 1984! New & Used Computers
WEATHER
530-344-5062 / odin@mtdemocrat.com
Have something to say??
Mackendrick Computers
Joyce Bahnsen passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at the age of 98. She was surrounded by her family. Joyce was born in Roseland Community Hospital, Chicago, III, December 17, 1925, daughter of Alfred and Nell (Borst) Duggan, sister of Dorothy Larson and Lois Borgardt. Graduate of: San Jose State University, San Jose, CA. an MA in Art/Interior Design Graduate of: Santa Clara University, MA in Psychology; Licensed: Marriage Family Counselor; State of California and Licensed Hospital Administrator, State of California. Seven-year Member of Gold Country Artists Gallery, Placerville, CA., Former member of Placerville Arts Association, Silk Painters International with Published art work in Sunset Magazine of the Wrigley Estate in Chicago, and a more recent publication in “The Fine Art of Painting on Silk” by J. Janet & Diane Tuckmann. A former owner of Art Studio 360, at 360 Main St., Placerville, CA. where she displayed her extensive art in watercolors, oils and painted silk/cotton wearable art. She is survived by daughters, Robyn and Wendy (Steve) of Placerville, CA and sons, Terry (JoAnna) of Riverbank, CA and Kevin (Marty) of Raleigh, NC; her grandchildren, Holly (Joe), Robert (Norma), Mark (Kristin), Eric (Sarah), Kelly (Jon), and Erik (Stacy); great-grandchildren, Lylah, Mirabelle, Poppy, Clementine, Terry, Remington, Ethan, Christopher, James, Kathryn, Cara, and Rory
Immediate Burial Service from $1,560 FD-2299
Honest, up-front pricing. Don’t be overcharged or misled!
530-748-3715 (24/7) • 1004 Marshall Way, Placerville, CA 95667 (between Cedar Ravine & Marshall Hospital) PlacervilleFuneralandCremation.com
Mountain Democrat Friday, February 9, 2024 A3
mtdemocrat.com
John Adams EDH campus continues to grow Mountain Democrat staff John Adams Academy in El Dorado Hills recently broke ground on a new expansion project that will eventually add seven athletic fields and a playspace for students and families. It was a momentous occasion marked by a poignant reflection from Headmaster Dr. Andrew Carico and an inspiring address from El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce CEO/President Debbie Manning. JAA staff also shared the moment with local dignitaries, academy board members, community partners and scholars and families. The turf soccer field is scheduled to be ready for use this coming fall and is the first phase in the development of future sports and recreational amenities at the El Dorado Hills campus on Investment Boulevard. The academy opened in fall 2017 in El Dorado Hills, starting in a temporary facility before moving to the current campus, where it is now expanding to add more students, programs and amenities. John Adams Academy was founded in 2010 and is fully accredited by the School Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. It is a classical education, tuition-free, TK-12 public charter Courtesy photo n See JOHN ADAMS ACADEMY, page A7
CRIME LOG
The following information was taken from El Dorado County sheriff’s reports:
Jan. 22 3:49 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 31-year-old man suspected of possession of a controlled substance and metal knuckles on Francisco Drive in El Dorado Hills. He was released on $30,250 bail. 12:11 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Carson Road in Camino. 12:59 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Shadow Hawk Drive in Shingle Springs. 2:57 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 43-year-old man suspected of DUI and assault with a deadly weapon on Mother Lode Drive in Placerville. He was released on $65,500 bail.
1:59 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Dolly Varden Lane in Pollock Pines.
disturbance on Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines.
3:16 p.m. Illegal entry was reported on Fort Jim Road in Pleasant Valley.
3:05 p.m. Grand theft was reported at a mobile home park on Cameron Park Drive in Cameron Park.
6:14 p.m. Vandalism was reported on Delos Lane in Placerville. 9:01 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 38-year-old man suspected of possession of and transportation of narcotics for sale and destroying evidence on Red Hawk Parkway in Placerville. He was listed in custody in lieu of $340,000 bail. 10:41 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 68-year-old man suspected of soliciting a lewd act, battery and trespassing on High Street in Placerville. He was listed in custody in lieu of $45,050 bail.
Jan 24
6:26 p.m. Battery was reported at a restaurant on Francisco Drive in El Dorado Hills.
2:26 a.m. Burglary was reported on Arrowhead Drive in El Dorado Hills.
8:54 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 46-year-old woman suspected of receiving stolen property, disorderly conduct and obstruction on Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills. She was released on $31,500 bail.
11:28 a.m. Shots were reportedly heard at a home on China Garden Road in Diamond Springs.
11:06 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 44-year-old man suspected of possession of a controlled substance and illegal drug paraphernalia and a post-release violation on Pleasant Valley Road (town not listed). He was listed in custody.
Jan. 23 12:02 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 37-year-old man suspected of vandalism and possession of a controlled substance on the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville. He was listed in custody in lieu of $55,000 bail. 2:06 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 32-year-old man suspected of DUI (location unclear). He was later released. 9:35 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 22-year-old man suspected of burglary and vandalism on Coach Lane in Cameron Park. He was listed in custody in lieu of $75,000 bail. 1:09 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 34-year-old woman suspected of elder abuse on Mesa Verdes Drive in El Dorado Hills. She was listed in custody in lieu of $75,000 bail. 1:17 p.m. Burglary was reported at a storage facility on Latrobe Road in El Dorado Hills.
John Adams Academy Headmaster Dr. Andrew Carico addresses the crowd at the soccer field groundbreaking event Jan. 25.
9:45 a.m. Grand theft was reported on Mt. Murphy Road in Garden Valley.
12:26 p.m. Burglary was reported on Silva Valley Parkway in El Dorado Hills. 6:33 p.m. Illegal entry was reported on Cedar Drive in Camino. 7:59 p.m. Battery was reported on Gold Ridge Trail in Pollock Pines. 9:15 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 38-year-old woman suspected of driving on a suspended license on Gold Ridge Trail in Pollock Pines. She was later released.
Jan. 25 12:36 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 49-year-old man suspected of disorderly conduct and parole violations on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. He was listed in custody. 4:01 a.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 27-yearold man suspected of DUI on South Shingle Drive in Shingle Springs. He was later released. 9:16 a.m. Grand theft was reported at a mobile home park on Cameron Park Drive in Cameron Park. 11:32 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 37-year-old woman suspected of a parole violation on Green Valley Road in Cameron Park. She was listed in custody. 12:38 p.m. Deputies made an arrest after responding to a verbal
3:43 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 30-year-old woman suspected of grand theft and failure to appear on Highway 50 at Shingle Springs Drive. She was released on $40,000 bail. 5:35 p.m. Vandalism was reported at an apartment complex on La Crescenta Drive in Cameron Park. 7:40 p.m. Burglary was reported on Pennyroyal Drive in Pollock Pines. 7:53 p.m. Battery was reported at a store on Coach Lane in Cameron Park. 9:08 p.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 40-year-old man suspected of DUI at at gas station on Shingle Springs Drive in Shingle Springs. He was later released. 11:04 p.m. Grand theft was report on Dorado Canyon Road in Somerset.
Jan. 26 2:14 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 40-year-old man suspected of being under the influence of a controlled substance on Highway 49 in El Dorado. He was later released. 3:02 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 44-year-old man suspected of driving on a suspended license on Highway 49 in El Dorado. He was released on $2,000 bail. 4:32 a.m. Burglary was reported at a restaurant on Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills. 3:23 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Palmer Drive in Cameron Park. 3:55 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 32-year-old man suspected of child abuse, unlawful possession for tear gas weapon and possession of a controlled substance and illegal drug paraphernalia on Marshall Road in Garden Valley. He was listed in custody in lieu of $75,000 bail. 4:16 p.m. Grand theft was reported at a business on Commerce Way in Diamond Springs. 6:52 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 32-year-old woman suspected of child abuse on Wagon View Trail in Diamond Springs. She was listed in custody. 10:40 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 37-year-old woman suspected of manufacturing/sale/possession of a zip gun on Fair Lane in Placerville. She was listed in custody in lieu of $100,000 bail.
11:26 p.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 25-year-old man suspected of DUI on Bass Lake Road in El Dorado Hills. He was later released.
ORCHARD & VINEYARD SUPPLIES
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
Jan. 27
LIVESTOCK & DEER FENCING!
12:26 a.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 35-year-old woman suspected of DUI on Lotus Road in Placerville. She was later released. 3:21 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 44-year-old man suspected of carrying a concealed dirk/dagger on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. He was listed in custody.
NOW IN STOCK!
5:21 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 32-year-old woman suspected of receiving stole property on North Shingle Road in Shingle Springs. She was later released.
WATER TANKS 300-5,000 GALLON SIZES AVAILABLE!
Weed Prevention is Fire Prevention
6:30 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 38-year-old man suspected of possession of burglary tools, receiving stole property and grand theft on North Shingle Road in Shingle Springs. He was later released. 8:39 a.m. Burglary was reported at a business on El Dorado Road in Placerville.
MAINTAINS STRENGTH FOR YEARS! SUPER CONCENTRATE MAKES OVER 200 GALLONS Hours: M-F 8:30-5pm Sat 9-1pm
STOVE PELLETS $ 399 per ton
4600 Missouri Flat Rd. Placerville • (530) 622-2640
FINALLY, Medicare & Most
Insurance Companies Pay for Treatment of Neuropathy! CALL NOW 530-622-3536 NEUROPATHY IS A PROGRESSIVE CONDITION! DRUG FREE TREATMENT AVAILABLE. ACT NOW We are one of 280 clinics nationwide that specialize in the treatment of neuropathy
What Causes It?
Healthy Nerve Healthy Blood Vessels
Peripheral neuropathy is a result of damage to the nerves often causing weakness, pain, numbness, tingling, and may also lead to serious balance problems. Diseased Blood Vessels This damage is commonly caused by a lack of blood flow to the nerves in the hands and feet. If not properly treated this lack of blood flow may Nerves Shrivel when cause the nerves to degenerate. Blood Vessels Weak and Disappear As you can see in Figure 1, as the blood vessels surrounding the nerves become diseased they shrink and shrivel. This process hastens the flow of vital Figure 1 nutrients to the nerves required to remain healthy. When these nerves begin to “die” it could lead to balance problems, pain, numbness, tingling and burning symptoms in the hands and feet.
In order to effectively treat your neuropathy 3 factors must be determined.
1
What is the underlying cause?
2
How much nerve damage has been sustained?
3
How much treatment will your condition require?
Drug Free Treatment Method
Placerville, CA – Currently the most common method most doctor’s recommend to treat neuropathy is with the use of prescription drugs. Although these drugs may temporarily reduce your symptoms they may cause a feeling of discomfort and in some cases lead to a variety of terrible unwanted side effects. We have a different method!
Our advanced treatment method has 3 main goals
1
Increase Blow flow
2
Stimulate small fiber nerves
3
Decrease brain based pain
The treatment to increase blood flow utilizes a specialized low-level light therapy (not to be confused with laser therapy) using light emitting diode technology. This technology was originally developed by NASA to assist in increasing blow flow. Courtesy photo
Firearms and ammunition seized in a search of a the residence of a Shasta County man suspected of internet crimes against youth staying at a local shelter.
Stalking
Continued from A1
incident and booked into the Shasta County Jail. He is held on $150,000 bail. Byers faces felony charges of making criminal threats, sending a minor harmful matter with sexual intent and stalking, as well as a misdemeanor of annoying/molesting a minor. Placerville police encourage everyone to be cautious when engaging in internet activity,
especially on social media platforms. For information on dangers the internet poses visit saferinternetday. us/get-involved. In a press release Placerville police acknowledged “the courage it took the victims to bring this case forward.” Anyone with information that could help in the investigation is asked to contact Crime Reduction Unit Sgt. Luke Gadow at (530) 642-5210.
The low level light therapy is like watering a tree. The light therapy will allow the blood vessels to grow back around the peripheral nerves and provide them with the proper nutrients to heal and repair. It’s like adding water to a tree and seeing the roots grow deeper and deeper. The amount of treatment needed to allow the nerves to fully recover varies from person to person and can only be determined after a detailed neurological and vascular evaluation. “My feet hurt so bad after sitting I could barely take the first few steps. I have had 11 treatments and no longer feel sharp or shooting pains and most of the tingling is gone. I now have full balance and can walk without pain. As Dr. Mooney explained the treatment is not painful, nothing uncomfortable, and is actually very relaxing.” – Neuropathy Pain Patient John Mooney, DC at Premier Healthcare will do a neuropathy severity examination to determine the extent of the nerve damage for only $47.
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO LIVE WITH THE PAIN! CALL TODAY! John M. Mooney, D.C. QME 1980 Broadway, Placerville
Call 530-622-3536 NeuropathyPlacerville.com Most major health insurances are accepted, including BCBS, Aetna, Humana, and Medicare.
A4
Friday, February 9, 2024
Mountain Democrat
OPINION
mtdemocrat.com
Richard B. Esposito Publisher
Noel Stack Managing Editor
Krysten Kellum Editor
California Matters
Sacramento joins San Francisco in slow recovery
M
uch has been said in the media — and rightfully so — about the deterioration of San Francisco’s downtown in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Some call the dearth of onsite employment and the closure of DAN WALTERS dozens of stores and other businesses a “doom loop” which feeds on itself. Mayor London Breed and other officials are desperately trying to stanch the hemorrhage of workers, shoppers and businesses while coping with the heavy impact on the city’s budget. The pandemic’s inordinate impact on San Francisco was confirmed in a new study by the University of Toronto on how well the downtowns of major U.S. and Canadian cities have recovered by examining mobile phone data. Only one of the 66 major cities studied — Las Vegas — has recaptured 100% of its pre-pandemic foot traffic, while others were as low as 53% in St. Louis, the study found. San Francisco is among the lowest-ranked cities at 67%. San Francisco However, San Francisco is coping with has only the seconda “doom loop” lowest recovery rank among California cities. of declining Sacramento, the state employment and capital, is slightly lower at 66% and, ironically, business activity a major reason for that in its downtown dismal fact is the state core, but a new government itself. Prior to the pandemic, study suggests downtown Sacramento Sacramento may was showing signs of a be in worse shape. renaissance after decades of efforts by city officials to make it more attractive as a place to live, work and be entertained. The construction of a new arena for the Sacramento Kings and other entertainment events, the development of new rental housing and the opening of new hotels and restaurants indicated that, at long last, downtown Sacramento was a happening place. However, state government is Sacramento’s biggest employer and its workers are largely concentrated in and around the city’s downtown. When state agencies sent thousands of workers home, the retail businesses and restaurants that depended on their patronage were clobbered.
SUMMARY
■ See WALTERS, page A5
Letters to the Editor Good fight EDITOR: hank you, Larry Weitzman, for your wellthought-out explanation of DIE: Diversity, Inclusion & Equity. Yes, the current twisted definition of those words is hastening death to America and its values. Re-reading my dog-eared copy of “1984,” the government language of “misspeak” became chillingly clear. The blessed freedom of speech and expression are disappearing as I type this letter. Point of case: The small town newspaper has always been the backbone of American democracy and it is slowly disappearing down the rabbit hole of big government — disguised as “social” media. (Hang in there, Mountain Democrat.) I am embarrassed to admit I was a “former” journalist who doggedly presented both sides of every story, but had no fear presenting an opinion editorially. Those standards no longer exist in mainstream media. I use to say, “Life is a banquet.” Now there is a sour taste in my moth that is becoming more bitter every day. Dang, I wish more people read the newspaper ... or even know how to read. So, Larry, we joyfully may not always agree, but it will be yours and the editors’ job to ensure we have balanced information to make thoughtful decisions. My family has always practiced diversity, inclusion and equity; it’s in the Constitution so we don’t need it crammed down our throats. Keep up the good fight. DOTTIE INGRAM-WILLIAMS El Dorado Hills
T
Beyond inflammatory titles EDITOR:
M
el Chapman goes with inflammatory titles and then throws out labels and so-called points to see what sticks. Let’s look at some of his points. He calls Trump supporters racists. These days that word has all but lost its meaning as everybody calls everybody they don’t like or disagree with racists. But while you are on that topic, Mr. Chapman, it was your Biden who didn’t want his kids going to school in “a racial jungle,” his words. It was Biden who gave a moving eulogy at the funeral of Sen. Robert Byrd of West Virginia who, when younger,
had been a Grand Kleagle of the KKK. So I’d be careful with that racist label, Mr. Chapman, it might turn and bite you. Mr. Chapman goes on to talk as if gun violence is the doing of the right so let’s take a look at that. It was easier to get guns in the 1950s and there was less gun violence, so what has changed? The left has moved away from punishment and instead coddles criminals as poor, misunderstood souls. In California parolees arrested with guns and ammo are routinely released after just 10-day timeouts in jail. You support criminals, you get crime, Mr. Chapman. Regarding dictators, it’s the Democrats who are moving for dictatorial control of the country and I will illustrate their plan. First you open the borders to get millions of illegals in the country. I know they can’t vote, but they will create tons of new congressional districts as the census that creates those districts counts illegals just like citizens. Step two of the Democrats’ plan for dictatorial control is to say in the name of humanity, since they’ve been here so long, they should have citizenship. If they achieve their goal of voting rights for these “former” illegals, conservatives will never hold national office again. That, Mr. Chapman, is real dictatorship. GEORGE ALGER Placerville
Same insults EDITOR: must be honest; I don’t like Donald Trump, but I do understand his appeal. He has tapped into the pulse of Americans who don’t want the government to run their lives and have the fear of what a government can do to change lives in a negative way. I’m not going to list why people support Trump because my perspective doesn’t matter at this point in time. Trump has been able to tap into the Ross Perot type of voters that didn’t vote for Bush Sr., Dole, McCain or Romney. Trump’s life over these past eight years illustrates how the progressive system will do anything to destroy somebody and no longer represents the rights of the individual. For example, Obama
I
■ See LETTERS, page A5
Guest Column
California proving the blue state model doesn’t work
N
declared that California ew York “is run by morons.” lost more Between the day residents (Sept. 9, 1850) it was from July admitted into the union 2022 to July 2023 and 2020, California’s than California, almost population increased 102,000 compared to every year. It has now 75,423, according to the lost population for three Census Bureau. straight years. From But it’s the Golden April 1, 2020, to July 1, State that has written 2023, the state suffered the how-not-to guide. a net loss of 573,019 It’s the trend setter of KERRY JACKSON residents. Over that blue state public policy. same period, New York’s When a little more population withered by 631,104. than a year ago the Rose Institute Other states have lost people as of State and Local Government at Claremont McKenna College surveyed well, since the pandemic arrived. Most of them have been blue Californians who had expressed states, with red states taking in the an interest in moving, “many refugees. The top destinations have respondents from across the political been Florida, Texas, the Carolinas, spectrum described concerns about Tennessee and Georgia, red states all the cost of living and other aspects of them. of the economy.” While “Republicans In addition to California and New described concerns about politics and York, other big losers have been policy” but “very few Democrats did.” Illinois, New Jersey, Massachusetts This should not be unexpected. and Maryland — all blue states, and However, the response from all in awe of California’s legislative “one independent from near Santa and regulatory patterns. Barbara” seems representative of a In one of the more prominent middle that is fed up. This person
The Mountain Democrat welcomes letters up to 300 words. Letters may be edited. We reserve the right to edit submissions. Include your name, address and phone number for verification purposes.
Email: editor@ mtdemocrat.net
In addition to California and New York, other big losers have been Illinois, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Maryland — all blue states, and all in awe of California’s legislative and regulatory patterns. instances of emulating Sacramento, several other states followed California’s “lead” in outlawing gasoline- and diesel-powered automobiles and replacing them with, almost exclusively, electric vehicles. The list of imitators includes Massachusetts (which lost 31,534 residents from April 2020 to July 2023), New Jersey (which had a modest overall gain of 1,802 but lost more than 153,000 domestically) and New York (-631,104), all of which emulated California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who unilaterally decided in September 2020 that he could make consumers’ decisions for them. His executive order was approved two years later by the state’s unelected Air Resources Board. Imitating California policies will inevitably impose a punishing cost of living driven by steep energy prices (inflated even further by the growing renewables fetish), exorbitant
housing, excessive taxation and labor compensation set artificially high by government; cut into businesses’ profits and force them to make uncomfortable decisions, such as escape to more liberating states; stifle entrepreneurship; restrict liberties; invite homelessness; and subject millions to inept governance. None of these are reasons to stay. All are reasons to flee. California’s declining population means that along with a shrinking congressional delegation (the state could lose as many as five U.S. House seats by 2030), it’s likely losing some degree of its political influence across the country. If that means its capacity to advance progressive, blue state policies beyond its borders has been diminished, it’s good news. The entire country will be better off. Kerry Jackson is the William Clement Fellow in California Reform at the Pacific Research Institute.
Snail Mail: Letters to the Editor P. O. Box 1088, Placerville 95667
Main Office: 2889 Ray Lawyer Drive Placerville 95667
mtdemocrat.com Mountain Democrat Friday, February 9, 2024 A5
AT&T
Announcements
Continued fromA1
an eligible telecommunications carrier, AT&T cancelling landline service in California, and none would be removing Lifeline and other subsidies of our California customers will lose access to voice for telecommunications support for low-income service. We are focused on enhancing our network individuals and persons living in remote areas This with more advanced, higher-speed technologies like change could potentially affect all current AT&T fiber and wireless, which consumers are demanding.” Lifeline customers in the places listed in its COLR AT&T assures customers will continue to have access designation areas, potentially raising their bills by to 911 and that no customers will be disconnected. $5.25 per month for voice-only service or by $9.25 “No customer is being left behind,” states an AT&T if bundled with internet service. Residents on tribal email to the Mountain Democrat. “We’re working with lands would potentially see a more sizable increase of the few remaining consumers who still use traditional $25 per month, according to an estimate provided by copper-based phone service to upgrade to newer the CPUC. For the CPUC to approve AT&T’s request, technologies from us or other providers, so everyone the company must prove another eligible provider will still be able to make their most important life can provide universal support in the areas it wishes to connections.” withdraw from its eligible telecommunications carrier The Mountain Democrat reached out to the CPUC designation. to find if other companies were able to provide Some county residents have expressed their landline service in the county but did not hear back as concerns with AT&T’s application online, fearing they of press time. may be left without a means of reaching out to the Public hearings have been scheduled to allow wider world. for discussions with potentially affected residents “When Wi-Fi goes out, or the power goes out, which while the CPUC prepares to make a decision on is more common than you think, I have no cell service both of AT&T’s applications. In-person meetings at my home, no way to contact others or be contacted are scheduled to be held in Ukiah Feb. 22 and in except via my landline with AT&T,” wrote one South Indio March 14. Online meetings are scheduled for Lake Tahoe resident on the CPUC’s comments page. March 19 at 2 and 4 p.m. and can be accessed at Information from AT&T shows less than 7% of adminmonitor.com/ca/cpuc or by calling 1 (800) households in California continue to use traditional 857-1917 and using passcode 6032788#. Residents copper-based landline phone services. can also leave comments on the CPUC’s web site. “California is the only state in our wireline footprint Comments on the COLR application can be left at where we are the local telephone provider that does bit.ly/ATTCOLR and comments regarding the ETC not have a state-approved process for an orderly application can be left at bit.ly/ATTETC. transition from the existing copper-based legacy The CPUC will begin a series of deliberative network to modern broadband communications meetings with AT&T after the public comment period The New York Times Syndication Salesbut Corporation networks,” an AT&T representative stated, explaining has closed, there is no set date for when a decision 620 Eighth York, N.Y. 10018 the company’s recent CPUC applications. “WeAvenue, are not New will be reached, according to a CPUC representative. For Information Call: 1-800-972-3550 For Release Friday, February 9, 2024
NEW YORK TIMES CROSSWORD
Monday, February 9, 2024
Crossword ACROSS
27 The brachiocephalic 1 ___ TV trunk branches from it 7 What an alleyoop is, essentially 28 Apple product? 13 Business 29 “How about that!” headache 31 Innovation of the 15 Joint 1920s that’s still spoken of with 16 Breeze for the wonder today beach, maybe 32 They beep when 18 “Never attribute tested to ___ that which is adequately 33 Tail, maybe explained 34 Aqua ___ by stupidity” 35 “Miracle (Hanlon’s razor) Workers” airer 19 Not stiff at all 38 Verb that 20 One arriving becomes its tomorrow, opposite when supposedly its first letter is changed to an “f” 22 Set piece? 39 Fashion label 23 Superficially founded by clever Rihanna 24 Put off 40 Converse 25 Sport whose name means “the 41 Farm creature gentle way” 42 Blender setting 26 “Tee” follower 43 Not fresh
Edited by Will Shortz
No. 0105
DOWN 1 “Amen to that!” 2 American, for example 3 Pop-up destination 4 “___ is knowing who you are, what you want PUZZLE BY DAVID P. WILLIAMS to say and not giving a damn”: 21 Concern for the 37 Fixed 31 One clever Gore Vidal 1%? enough to win 39 Red state every argument 5 Dark side of the 24 ___ far niente … but not clever 40 Towering sight at moon? a site for a tower (pleasant enough not to ANSWER TO PREVIOUS PUZZLE 6 Mimic idleness) 42 Name added 32 Deceive, to a Brazilian 7 Heavy coat especially 25 Nick, Joe or dictionary to avoid 8 Goal for some Kevin of pop in 2023 as responsibility for runners an adjective something meaning 27 Uniform 9 Fleur de ___ “incomparable” 33 Word with (delicate crust electric or on the surface of 28 Best, in an idiom 43 Set off criminal seawater) 45 Campaigner, 29 Remark from one 10 “That makes 35 Alan of “Growing informally waving a white sense” Pains” flag 47 What some 11 Broke off 36 Got clean, in a smartphones run 30 Ordered lineup way on 12 Earth-shaking event Times Syndication Sales Corporation The New York 62014Eighth Avenue, N.Y. 10018 OnlineYork, subscriptions: Today’s puzzle and more than 7,000 past Enthusiastic sort New puzzles, nytimes.com/crosswords ($39.95 a year). For Information Call: 1-800-972-3550 17 Common spots For Release Saturday, February 2024on each puzzle: nytimes.com/wordplay. Read about and10, comment for autographs
Tuesday, February 10, 2024
ACROSS 1 “Ciao” 5 Out-of-focus effect in photography, from the Japanese for “blur” 10 Stunt for three, six or 10 people, typically 13 Olympic bars? 15 Doesn’t come out all at once 16 Deft 17 It’s a big deal 18 Most tongue-incheek 20 Pop-___ (some visits) 21 One might get a lead 22 Surrealist filmmaker Buñuel 23 Possible side effect of using steroids 25 Long division?
26 Certain pseudoscience, for short 27 Lead-in to rock 28 Director Lee 29 “Bad plan!,” in Southern slang 35 “Here hung those lips that I have kiss’d I know not how ___”: Hamlet 36 Cells that handle low-light vision 37 “___ man can tether time or tide”: Burns 38 Some score marks 41 Ones who tell each other *everything* 42 P.A. gear 43 Emerald ___ 44 “A symptom of man’s failure as a thinking animal,” according to John Steinbeck
ANSWER TO PREVIOUS PUZZLE
Edited by Will Shortz
No. 0106
45 Mystic 47 Org. that maintains a museum in Annapolis Junction, Md. 48 California’s San ___ County 50 Troubadours’ instruments 51 Show with an hourglass in its opening title sequence 54 Performancebased paycheck 55 They change colors 56 Spot DOWN 1 Pupils 2 Off 3 “___: The Watercourse Way” (Alan Watts book) 4 Fashion designer Sui 5 Author credit 6 Exams you don’t need a pencil for 7 “Citizen ___” 8 First responder, for short 9 Drum kit components with pedals 10 Unfiltered brew 11 Comment after a revealing moment 12 Sticker on a model, e.g. 13 “Take your time!” 14 Only
AMERICAN ASSOC. OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN Foothills of EDC Branch. Our mission is to advance gender equity for women & girls. Science and Math Camp Scholarships, programs & interest groups. Leave voicemail for Laurel (530) 417-7737 or Sara (530) 4177138 eldorado-ca.aauw.net AMERICAN LEGION POST 119 welcomes Veterans and guests to attend our monthly membership dinner and meeting the first Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM. Legionpost119.org El DORADO COUNTY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Dedicated to all aspects of ham radio. Meetings held on the third Tuesday of each month at the El Dorado Sheriff’s office, 200 Industrial Drive, Placerville, 6:30 pm. Visitors and non-hams welcome. Info at www.edcarc.net LEARN & PLAY CRIBBAGE Cribbage is a fun, fast paced game that will surely keep you on your toes! **All skill levels **Learn to play by ACC Rules (American Cribbage Congress) **Beginner instruction available **Compete in weekly Cribbage tournaments. Call 916-7684452 for more information. Gold Country Cribbers play Wednesday afternoon 4:30 pm at Moni Gilmore Senior Center, 990 Lassen Lane, El Dorado Hills, CA. 95762 Struggle with a hurt, hang up, or habit? CELEBRATE RECOVERY meets at Radiant Church on Wednesday nights at 6:30 pm, 4602 Missouri Flat Road, Placerville. We are a Christ centered recovery program to find healing from our hurts, hang ups, and habits. Email CR@radiantedc. church. Find us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/ CRradiantchurch.
44 John Deere product 46 Condiment sometimes mixed with mayonnaise 48 Break from the band 49 Snatched up, in slang 50 Eve ___, playwright who created the activist movement V-Day 51 Fleet
Crossword
AL-ANON is here for you if you are bothered by someone else’s drinking. Call for meeting times. (916) 3342970. https://sacal-anon.blogspot. com
PUZZLE BY BEN TOLKIN AND JULIAN XIAO
15 Baby covered in fluffy down 19 Fool’s deck 21 [Aw, jeez!] 24 Small part of a system 25 Carpenters, maybe? 27 Many downloads 28 “Thus ...” 30 Lug 31 “That’s rough, buddy” 32 Prepares to speak, in a modern meeting
44 Thin slice of 33 Where pizza is silicon at the said to have been heart of an invented integrated 34 Finals, but not circuit semifinals 38 Twist of a screwdriver? 39 Part of many 34-Down 40 Impressed greatly, as at a drag show
46 American soccer icon ___ Dempsey 48 Glutton’s constant desire
49 Spheres 41 They’re relayed in a relay 52 “Suppose ...” 42 Big name in contact lenses 53 Pascal’s law?
Online subscriptions: Today’s puzzle and more than 7,000 past puzzles, nytimes.com/crosswords ($39.95 a year). Read about and comment on each puzzle: nytimes.com/wordplay.
Struggling with life? CELEBRATE RECOVERY is for any Hurt, Habit or Hang-up. We are a faith-based recovery program for life’s issues and struggles. Join us Thursday nights at 6:30pm at Green Valley Church, 3500 Green Valley Rd, Placerville. Doors open at 6:15pm. Children’s programs are available for ages 3 months to 18 years old. Email: celebrate@greenvalley.church. Find
Walters
us on Facebook: https://m.facebook. com/crgvcc/ DEMOCRATS – Come meet with the United Democrats of El Dorado County at Round Table Pizza– Missouri Flat Rd. in Placerville at noon on the 3rd Thursday of the month. Call (530)391-6414 or see edcdems.org for more information. GOLD RUSH CHORUS now welcomes both men and women to share the joy of singing four-part harmony in the barbershop style. To learn more or to book a performance, call Howard at (530) 647-6513 or Kent (530) 651-3575 HANGTOWN WOMEN’S TENNIS CLUB. Come play tennis for fun and friendship. Meet at El Dorado High School, Acacia Street, Placerville, Wed 9 AM – 11 AM. (June - Aug 8 AM – 10 AM). Social activities, lessons. Minimal cost. Not a beginners group. Some tennis experience/ability required. Call Cindy 805-540-8654. MONDAY CLUB BRIDGE seeks more players. The club is a very informal, friendly group and invites interested men and women party bridge players to join. The club meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month at Denny’s Restaurant on Fair Lane in Placerville at 10:00 am. For more information, call (530) 622-1180. Addiction or Relationship problem? Call 530 231-7728 our free counseling can help you. Positive Realism, 3430 Robin Ln., Cameron Park. Meet first and third Wednesday of every month, 7pm. SENIOR PEER COUNSELING Seniors 55 and over who are grieving, depressed or having issues related to aging can meet one-on-one with a caring senior, professionally supervised and trained to listen and encourage. Call (530)621-6304 to leave a message and get started. TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION OF EL DORADO COUNTY Our mission is to educate the public on tax issues that affect them. Our meetings are held every Monday morning from 7:30 to 8:30 at Denny’s Restaurant, Fair Lane Drive, Placerville. Meetings are open to the public. For more information call Louis (530) 622-6763. We are a non-partisan organization.
Continued from A4
The shutdown also meant a sharp decline in conventions and lobbying activity which had supported hotels and eating places. A coalition of downtown businesses sent a letter to Mayor Darrell Steinberg in October 2020 stating, “There is widespread anxiety over public safety, cleanliness and other issues that are contributing to severe and worsening conditions in Sacramento’s downtown core.” It only got worse. A few months after the shutdown, a peaceful demonstration against police violence morphed into a violent clash in the downtown area that defaced or damaged stores and offices. Two years later, in 2022, members of rival gangs staged a gun battle just a block from the Capitol that left six people dead — mostly bystanders who had just left a nightclub as it closed. The killings and the street violence sent a negative message to Sacramento-area residents about visiting downtown. As foot traffic and business waned, downtown became a campground for the city’s homeless population. As with San Francisco, the erosion of Sacramento’s downtown core has had a negative effect on the city’s budget. Sacramento had counted on parking lot revenues to service bonds it issued to help finance the new basketball arena, as well as hotel taxes to underwrite a massive expansion of the city-owned convention center. Both sources of revenue have shriveled and the city now faces a hefty budget deficit. Other California cities have fared much better. San Jose, the University of Toronto study found, has restored 96% of its pre-pandemic human activity, the third highest of the 66 cities studied. Bakersfield is No. 4 at 95%. Even Oakland has recovered 74%. The state is now telling its workers to return to their offices. But it’s still unclear whether San Francisco and Sacramento have plummeted so deeply into the abyss that recovery will even be possible. Dan Walters is a journalist and author who writes for CALmatters.org, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media venture explaining California policies and politics.
Letters
Continued from A4
said if you’re a white working man then he doesn’t represent you. Hillary Clinton said that Republicans are deplorable and Biden has labeled anyone who doesn’t vote for him as alt-right MAGA. Heck, I don’t know what that actually is but it sounds sinister as well as insulting. So I don’t care what the left has to say about the right because they’ve already said it. There isn’t anything new. KEN STEERS Cameron Park
A6 Friday, February 9, 2024 Mountain Democrat mtdemocrat.com
BANNER TIME
Courtesy photos
The Union Mine wrestling team, above, coached by John Ousley won the Sierra Valley Conference Division V Championship Jan. 24. In All League Feb. 2 five D’back wrestlers took first place in their weight classes — junior Lincoln Garrel (190 lbs), junior Charles Sadek (126 lbs), junior Jake Cherrington (175 lbs), junior Brock Buak (138 lbs) and freshman Dennis Warden (157 lbs), pictured from left. Feb. 9-10 Union Mine heads to divisionals at Rosemont, where wrestlers will have a chance to qualify to compete in CIF Sac-Joaquin Section Masters Wrestling Tournament Feb. 16 and then possibly advance to the CIF Wrestling State Championships.
Adopt A Pet Everyone enjoys a clean yard. I’ll “Doo” the Dirty Work!
A Dog Doo Cleanup Service
(530) 642-8475
B.L. #032382
OPHELIA (A157132)
Stop by the shelter and take advantage of the opportunity to adopt this F DMH. gray and white, 6yr.
JOHN HAMM (A156684)
Do you have some green acres that need tilling? Check out the selection of pigs at the shelter and adopt. M black age unk.
Weekly/Monthly Rates • Onetime jobs welcome. Call for a FREE estimate!
Hangtown Kennel Club
BEAU (A157022)
Quietly waiting for you to meet him at the shelter and adopt him into your family. brown Whippet mix 23 mo.
of Placerville, CA Inc.
◆ General Meetings 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm 530-622-6909 • www.hangtownkc.org P.O. Box 2176 ♦ Placerville, 95667 If You Have A Pet-Related Business And Are Looking For A New Way To Promote Your Business, Join Our Adopt-A-Pet Sponsor Page!
MISO (A149523)
This brown M Pit Bull Terrier mix will warm your heart like hot soup on a cold day. Stop by the shelter to meet him. 7yr.
GINGER (A063098)
She is a super senior, she is a classic tortie with flecks of toasted brown mixed with black. DSH, 14 years young.
DELTA (A156842)
Neither a faded rose nor a jet, he is a M black DSH looking to fly home with you in your car. 13mo.
ADVERTISE HERE ON THIS PAGE!! To adopt one of these pets or another orphaned pet call
El Dorado County Animal Shelter
GRAYSON (A157028)
This B&W Pit Bull Terrier would make a great loyal sidekick for all your adventures. Bail him out this week! 3yr.
RAIN (A156931)
Plan on a little singing and dancing when you adopt this fun F Gray Siberian Husky. Nature will provide the precipitation. age unk.
JILL (A073061)
She is not into climbing hills, nor fetching pails of water, but she will gladly couch surf with you all day. Tortie DSH 12 yr.
6435 Capitol Avenue Diamond Springs
530-621-5795 www.edcgov.us/ animalservices
Robert E. Anderson, DDS Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Snoring & Sleep Apnea Specialist
New Patients Welcome! LANCE (A156111)
This handsome youngster would like to meet you – a lot. M GSD mix black & tan 9mo. see them all at www.petharbor.com
PUPPY & KITTEN
Fosters needed for 2024. Stop by the shelter to sign up today for your dose of kitten purrs or puppy breath next year.
We Love Our Pets!
Dr. Bob & Cody
4300 Golden Center Drive, #G • Placerville • (530) 622-9068
Help orphaned pets find homes and promote your business at the same time. Call Elizabeth Hansen Today For Further Information (530) 344-5028.
mtdemocrat.com Ponderosa sophomore Rowan Thomas dribbles baseline against several Lincoln defenders. Thomas played an intricate role in the Bruins’ victory Tuesday night at home.
Mountain Democrat Friday, February 9, 2024 A7
COMICS n SHOE by Jeff MacNelly
Mountain Democrat photo by Malachi Parker
Ponderosa girls avenge their lone league loss Malachi Parker Staff writer
The Ponderosa Bruins girls basketball team avenged its one league loss to the Lincoln Fighting Zebras earlier this season by beating them 58-45 Tuesday night. “We were very disappointed that we lost last time,” junior guard Brooklynn
John Adams Academy school. There are also JAA campuses in Roseville and Lincoln. Non-secular and non-political, the school operates with 10 core principles in mind to “prepare future leaders and statesmen through principlebased education,” it states on the school website. These core values include: appreciation of our national heritage, public and private virtue,
Nordquist said. “I feel like we brought the fire and pulled it together this game.” The last time these two teams met at Lincoln High School, the Bruins came up short in a 53-51 nail biter. With this redemption win, the Bruins now have a chance for a league title or, at worst,
n TUNDRA by Chad Carpenter
n See BASKETBALL, page A8
Continued from A3
n RUBES by Leigh Rubin
emphasis on mentors and classics, scholar empowered learning, fostering creativity and entrepreneurial spirit, high standards of academic excellence, modeling what we teach, abundance mentality, building a culture of greatness, self-governance, personal responsibility and accountability. For more information about the school visit johnadamsacademy.org.
Roofing at its Finest Comp & Metal Roofing Replacement • Repairs • Gutters Serving the Greater Placerville Area, Cameron Park and El Dorado Hills
CA LIC. #1025226
n SPEED BUMP by Dave Coverly
Locally and Family Owned and Operated • 530-334-0651
2024 Season Schedule
SUDOKU Complete the grid so that every row, column and 3x3 box contains every digit from 1 to 9
Solutions to puzzles in Classified section of newspaper.
HOROSCOPE by Holiday Mathis n TODAY
All Concerts begin at 3:00 pm in the IOOF Hall*, 6240 Main Street, Georgetown *Except for the September 8th outdoor concert at the Georgetown School Ampitheater
Tickets at the door: $20 adults, $5 students, children under 5 free
Tickets available online at www.eventbrite.com For more information visit www.musiconthedivide.org or call Carol 530-350-8354
ARIES (March 21-April 19). There’s a time to “dance like no one is watching” and this isn’t it. The moves need refinement. Someone will be watching and you’ll give yourself every chance at feeling good about your performance. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). It’s funny how it’s sometimes easier to give your unconditional love and acceptance to those you don’t know than it is to tolerate the flaws of familiar loved ones. But if you can reduce expectations of interactions, there will be more room for the love to flow in. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You’ll make a casual presentation, which will get you ready for something bigger. As awkward as it may be to stumble your way through it, this is what you need to do to be graceful when it really matters. CANCER (June 22-July 22). When you like a thing, you know. You know right away. You don’t have to know everything about a subject to do that. The parts that are for you will call out to you. You’ll sample many delights and land on a few favorites. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). The universe isn’t trying to trick you, but there will be surprises that could make you feel any number of ways. Offer the benefit of doubt to all. Choose interpretations that make you feel loved and supported. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Your success formula today involves devoting big energy to small things. What’s important is not the size of the task, but love you bring to it. Friends with a background very different from yours will be especially helpful. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). People extend trust in their
own timing and for their own reasons. It’s something you wouldn’t try to rush, because then you’d be saying “trust me” and everyone knows that the one who says “trust me” is the least trustworthy. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Can you envision something a little bigger? Pull it like taffy to see how far the idea can stretch without breaking. Your exercises in mental flexibility will lead to creative breakthroughs. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You know right away when a thing is not for you. Your “yes” and “maybe” answers take much longer. You’ll get a feel for a thing, gather more facts, see it in different lights and times. It’s not a process to rush. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Your power move: get someone’s attention and then get right to the point. You’re interested in making things happen quickly for people. You’ll attract the same from others. When people value your time, they value you. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You don’t wait for things to be happy about; you’re just happy and then sweet things happen. The warmth and kindness of your smile will brighten days, starting with your own and encompassing the entire world via a butterfly effect. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’ll be the recipient of admiration. Give yourself unselfconsciously over to it and let yourself be respected and praised whether or not you feel you’ve earned it, because it is impossible to know the extent of what you mean to others.
A8 Friday, February 9, 2024 Mountain Democrat mtdemocrat.com
Rehab center
Continued from A1
“There is no perinatal SUD program exclusively for Native American youth, although this segment of the population shows the highest incidence of youth pregnancy among all races,” the application states. “Many of the pregnant youth also are experiencing substance use disorder, which is harmful to the fetus. When people are in a state of crisis due to lack of basic services and safe housing, they
are unable to focus on sobriety.” Gov. Gavin Newsom and the California Department of Social Services in 2022 granted Native Directions and HomeCA more than $4.5 million to fund the project, which would serve San Joaquin Delta area tribal members “with long-term housing and linkages to support services.” The project would cost more than $7 million to construct.
Residents of Rescue are not convinced the proposed project is a fit for the area and have expressed concerns such as traffic, fire safety and lack of adequate county services patients of the proposed facility would need. “We are a rural, two-lane road that can barely handle the cars and cyclists we currently have,” Deer Valley Road resident Denise Burke wrote to the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors.
The Public Square A local marketplace to find what you are looking for…To post your message, call us at 530-622-1255, Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
For Rent
For Sale
PLACERVILLE-$1.00 a square foot, includes utilities, 200sf – 720sf each, office, storage, light industrial? 4600 Missouri Flat Rd, (530) 622-2640
For Sale
1989 CADILLAC New Radiator, New Tires 61,000 Miles Needs Engine Rebuilt $1,200 650-787-3793
BE WARY OF OUT OF AREA COMPANIES. CHECK WITH THE LOCAL BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU BEFORE YOU SEND ANY MONEY FOR FEES OR SERVICES. READ & UNDERSTAND ANY CONTRACTS BEFORE YOU SIGN.
n SUDOKU SOLUTIONS
Solution to Puzzle 1
NEW TODAY FOR SALE I have 7 Purebred Golden Retriever Puppies for sale, 5 female and 2 male. They were born on 12/21/23 And will be ready for their forever homes on 02/13/24 at 8 weeks old. They’ll be going home with their first round of shots already administered and with a blanket with mom & sibling smell, as well as puppy food they have been weaned on. Located in Placerville off of Meadow and Mosquito. Asking $1500 per puppy. (559) 260-4165
Solution to Puzzle 2
“The increase in traffic to this road would greatly impact the residents and the wildlife here. Cars hitting deer and other wildlife here is a daily occurrence and this will greatly impact their environment even more.” Other residents expressed similar concerns, stating the narrow winding country road, where the project would sit, would be miles away from medical facilities. “The people that would be housed here would require quick medical assistance and a hospital nearby,” said another Deer Valley Road resident, Darel Walker. “This is also a high fire-risk area with the nearest fire station being over 5 miles away. Response times to this area could be up to 15 minutes. To me, it would be a better option to locate the facility nearer to a highway, fire station and hospital.” The Board of Supervisors gave an avenue for residents to comment on the proposed project during its Jan. 30 meeting. Supervisors voted unanimously to send a letter to Sen. Marie Alvarado-Gil and Assemblymen Joe Patterson, expressing to the legislators the
treatment centers have become an issue of community concern. Community members packed the boardroom to express their concerns in a lengthy public comment portion of the topic that Tuesday. “We are looking to you to assist with ensuring that the Department of Health Care Services is doing everything in its power to oversee these projects and address the negative impacts of these planned projects and, preferably, relocate them to a more suitable location,” reads the letter. The letter goes on to list a number of those concerns, including “conflicting and confusing information and oversight of the DHCS application process and project development.” “Emergency services are already strained and underfunded in El Dorado County due to low Medi-Cal reimbursement rates,” the letter continues. “The proposed projects are Medi-Cal dependent and will exacerbate an already fragile system.” The letter also states that roads for such commercial activity are inadequate and that there is a lack of water and sewer infrastructure; fire safety concerns are also
noted. Alvarado-Gil answered the call, sending a letter to the Department of Health Care Services and Social Services regarding residents’ concerns related to the substance abuse treatment center. “To achieve the desired outcomes of Community Care Expansion Program (CEP) and Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP) projects and ensure the proper stewardship of funding resources, it is imperative that DHCS and CDSS implement appropriate measures to guarantee that community impacts are fully understood and mitigated before groundbreaking begins in March 2024,” Alvarado-Gil’s letter states. “Specific to the proposed projects in the Shingle Springs and Rescue communities of El Dorado County, there are a variety of community impact concerns and questions related to the HomeCA/ Native Directions Inc.’s developments that are funded by a combined total of nearly $10 million in state CEP and BHCIP funding.” Native Directions did not respond to Mountain Democrat inquiries as of press time.
Maggie’s House Cleaning
Basketball
Available for weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, & one time cleaning. Reliable, honest, and has over 20 years of experience.
be co-league champions with the Fighting Zebras. “Everyone knew going into this game that this was for the league championship,” Pondo head coach Breanna Rizzo said. “This is hard when there is a lot of pressure going into a game.” At the end of the third quarter the Bruins held a 22-point lead and seemingly had the game locked away, but the Zebras were not going down without a fight. Lincoln saved the best for last as they held the Bruins to 4 points in the fourth quarter. But outscoring the Bruins 13-4 in the final frame just was not enough to overcome the scorching shooting performance the Bruins displayed throughout the first three quarters. The Bruins connected on 11 3-pointers as their offense looked fluid. “Our defense propels our offense,” Rizzo said. “We’ve been working on our defense and they let that propel them. They were ready to shoot the ball on the other end and that’s the type of night we are looking for.” In the second and third quarters the Bruins did most of their damage as they scored a combined 41 points. Despite Lincoln’s spirited run, the Bruins were able to hang on and the lead was never cut to single digits. The Bruins’ collaborative effort was spearheaded by juniors Brooklynn Nordquist and Sammie Porter, who both ended the night with 14 points, and sophomore Rowan Thomas, who added 11 points; they shot 41% from beyond the arc. The Bruins were scheduled to play Nevada Union Thursday, Feb. 8, for a chance to secure the league title, and after that the Bruins will head into playoffs. Playoff brackets with seedings and matchups are expected to be announced Saturday.
916-370-0651 Licensed
margaritalherrera@icloud.com
Insured
PUBLIC WORKSHOPS Tahoe Basin Meyers Elementary Multipurpose Room
PUBLIC WORKSHOP HAZARDOUS VEGETATION AND DEFENSIBLE SPACE ORDINANCE Description: El Dorado County is in the process of updating its Defensible Space Ordinance. The Office of Wildfire Preparedness and Resilience (OWPR) will be hosting two public workshops to provide additional information on the proposed Ordinance amendments and address any questions or concerns. Please join us at either workshop to gain a better understanding of defensible space requirements and how the proposed changes may impact you. To view the proposed Ordinance amendment and additional materials on OWPR’s website, please scan the QR code below or click here.
Proposed Hazardous Vegetation and Defensible Space Ordinance Amendment
We encourage you to submit any questions or comments on the proposed Ordinance amendments to wildfireready@edcgov.us
1095 E. San Bernadino Ave. February 13th 6:00 - 8:00 pm
West Slope Cameron Park CSD East Assembly Hall 2502 Country Club Dr. February 29th 6:00 – 8:00 pm Both workshops will have the option for virtual attendance and a link to the Teams Webinar will be posted to OWPR’s website prior to each workshop
Office of Wildfire Preparedness and Resilience 360 Fair Lane Placerville, CA 95667 530-621-5569
wildfireready@edcgov.us
Continued from A7
NEWS,
Section B
Mountain Democrat n mtdemocrat.com
Friday, February 9, 2024
IN THE
KNOW Now Every Valentine’s Day quartets from the Placerville Gold Rush Chorus deliver an expression of love with a special Singing Valentine in four-part barbershop harmony. Quartets perform two songs sung a cappella to a sweetheart, friend or family member, accompanied with a long-stemmed rose and a personalized card. Singing Valentines are delivered noon to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14. The package can be delivered to a home or a place of business for $40. Reservations are filling up quickly. Contact Chorus President Howard at (530) 647-6513 or email Howtekinc@gmail.com by Feb. 12 to reserve this memorable gift.
“Orangevale Scene ” by Ciara Cumiskey
PAA encourages artists:
’Don’t just think about it. Do it!’ Sylvia Coleman
Placerville Arts Association
T
he month of “love” is a great time to launch yourself anew into your passion for art and creativity. And that’s just what will happen at the Placerville Arts Association meeting on Feb. 12. The focus this month will be the journey from concept to masterpiece — working with multimedia. Speaker Ciara Cumiskey is a Northern California visual artist and graphic designer. From Caravaggio to cartoons, high Renaissance to pop art, Cumiskey has always had a binary fascination with the very old and very new. Her ideas filter through the lens of personal experience, pop culture and art history fandom that keeps her thoughtful and reflective. Her subjects range from still life and portraits to imaginative scenes rendered in a realistic style. Cumiskey has been painting since 2011 and graduated from Southern Connecticut State University with a bachelor’s degree with a concentration in studio art. To learn more about the artist visit ciaracumiskey.com. This “think outta the box” presentation will shake off the musty cobwebs of guests’ imagination and restart a desire to “make something that wasn’t there before.”
Feb. 9 Kevin & The Keyboard Shortcuts will perform at 5 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information visit hwy50brewery.com/ live-music. Power Play will perform at Red Hawk Casino’s Stage Bar 8 p.m. to midnight. For more information visit redhawkcasino.com. Knuf will perform at 8 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com. Imagination Theater on the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville presents “Rapunzel,” Feb. 9 through March 3. For tickets and more information visit itplacerville. org. Aaron Ross returns to the Nevada Theatre stage backed by Farrow and the Peach Leaves to celebrate the release of “Swan Songs Vol. II” at a 7:30 p.m. concert at the historical Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad St. in Nevada City. For tickets and more information visit paulemerymusic.com.
n See PAA, page B2
“Bubble Hippo ” by Ciara Cumiskey
Gallery at 48 at Natoma explores the abstract Cynthia Abraham The Gallery at 48 Natoma
The Mills Station Arts & Culture Center in Rancho Cordova presents Out of the Shadows, a solo show by Elizabeth Hall, Feb. 9-24. For more information visit rcmacc.org.
T
he Gallery at 48 Natoma will feature unique art focusing on abstract imagery to kick off the new year. Abstract art uses shape, form, color and line from visual references in the world. Often the art is nonfigurative, non-objective and non-representational. Color and shape are defined by the artist and typically has personal meaning to the artist that created it. Two artists’ works in this contemporary style are highlighted in the exhibit, Abstract Ideas. Linda Nunes will display a variety of paintings in mixed media, including cold wax and oils. Matt Rhoades also uses mixed media, including oils and collage. The exhibit will be open Feb. 16 through April 18. Someone once said, “Doing a swan dive off a low board is not very interesting.” Artist Linda Nunes tries to keep that in mind when working. The artwork on display for Abstract Ideas is from a series called Ordered Chaos and was completed on cradled wood panels over the past two years. Most of the paintings are large, 24-inch by 24-inch. Though the work is generally intuitive she is only sure and mindful of the elements, checked throughout the process, that are principles of value and composition. “In my mind, each painting has a sense of
California Stage in Sacramento presents “King Lear,” Feb. 9 through March 3. For tickets and more information call (916) 4515822 or visit calstage.org.
Feb. 10 UCCE Master Gardeners of El Dorado County host Grow Your Own Cutting Garden, 9 a.m. to noon at the Placerville Library. Have you strolled through a botanical garden or flower farm and wondered if you could grow those beautiful flowers? With some instruction and preparation, you too can grow flowers for gorgeous n See KNOW, page B4
“No Small Disturbance” by Linda Nunes, oil, cold wax and mixed media on a cradled wood panel.
Fresh Food & Local Eats e
t avori e’s F op l l i v r Place dwich Sh e San Hous & Tap
Outside Deck Open Take Out ~ Order Online ~ Call In 11am – 4pm Daily 589 Main Street, Placerville (530) 303-3871 www.mainstreetmelters.com
n See GALLERY, page B8
B2 Friday, February 9, 2024 Mountain Democrat mtdemocrat.com
PROSPECTING
Concert association hosts terrific trio Jeannette Maynard
EDC Community Concert Association
E
l Dorado County Community Concert Association’s fourth concert of its 2023-24 season will feature Fire & Grace & Ash on Tuesday, Feb. 13. Fire & Grace & Ash is an eclectic collaboration between guitarist William Coulter, violinist Edwin Huizinga and mandolinist Ashley Hoyer. They bring a stunningly contemporary sound to classical string music. This unique trio explores the connective musical elements of classical, folk and contemporary traditions from around the world. Fire & Grace & Ash’s repertoire is vast, ranging from Bach to Vivaldi, tango to Celtic tunes, traditional Bulgarian to American fiddle tunes and waltzes — all played with a sense of discovery and commitment to the elements of passion and virtuosity found in these diverse traditions. All EDCCCA concerts begin at 7 p.m. on a weeknight and
will be performed at Union Mine High School, Theatre at the Mine, 6530 Koki Lane in El Dorado. EDCCCA — the oldest performing arts organization in El Dorado County — has been bringing world-class entertainment to the greater Placerville area since 1950 and the 2023-24 season is no exception. To learn more about the season’s remaining performances visit ElDoradoCommunity Concerts.com. Reduced half-season membership pricing is being offered for the remaining three concerts of the series at $60 per adult, $10 per student and $120 for a family membership, including two adults and two K-12 students. This special pricing is not available through the website. Call (530) 556-9498. Non-members may attend for $25 at the door ($10 per student). Only cash and checks are accepted at the door (no credit/debit cards). The EDCCCA is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization. Dedicated
Courtesy photo
Fire & Grace & Ash blends classical, folk and contemporary music from around the world for an eclectic collaboration. The trio will perform at Union Mine High School Feb. 13. members donate their time and talents to keep administrative costs low. The association’s vision is to keep quality music
alive for future generations in El Dorado County, accomplished through a variety of community and student outreach programs.
Donations, in excess of season memberships, are gratefully accepted and are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law.
Laurie Lewis and the Right Hands return to the Divide Lynn Schardt Music on the Divide
M
Courtesy photo
Laurie Lewis has twice been named Female Vocalist of the Year by the International Bluegrass Music Association. See her perform Sunday in Georgetown.
usic on the Divide brings back a legend of the West Coast bluegrass world to the Georgetown IOOF Hall stage Feb. 11. Grammy Award winning singer, songwriter, guitarist and fiddler Laurie Lewis will be joined by Kentucky-born professional fiddler and luthier Brandon Godman, bassist Hasee Ciaccio from South Carolina and George Guthrie, the newest member of the band from Nashville, Tenn., playing banjo and guitar. His voice creates a beautiful blend with Lewis and Ciaccio, rounding out the Right Hands’ sound. Fans of Americana, folk and bluegrass music are booking early tickets to hear this powerhouse collaboration of one of the leading lights of American acoustic music. For nearly four decades Lewis has gathered fans and honors for her
powerful and emotive voice and her versatile, dynamic songwriting. She is a sought-after recording producer and an equally skilled teacher and mentor. Since her debut in 1986, Lewis has recorded more than 20 albums. Linda Ronstadt praises Lewis, saying, “Her voice is a rare combination of grit and grace, strength and delicacy. Her stories always ring true.” A California born fiddler, Lewis has twice been named Female Vocalist of the Year by the International Bluegrass Music Association, and won Song of the Year for her rendition of the now-standard “Who Will Watch the Home Place?” Online tickets for this concert are available at eventbrite.com. Also available at the door (as space allows), tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for students. Sales at the door are cash or check only. Children 5 and younger will be admitted free with a parent. n See LEWIS, page B8
Show dances onto stage Allen Schmeltz Sutter Street Theatre
F
Photo by Allen Schmeltz
Discover the joy of “Twelve Dancing Princesses,” a family show now playing at Sutter Street Theatre in Folsom.
OLSOM — Enter the magical world of lovely ladies who love to dance in “Twelve Dancing Princesses,” now playing at Sutter Street Theatre. Each night, they sing the song that allows them secret passage into the enchanted forest. Once they arrive, the trees sparkle and chime with silver and gold leaves, beautiful music plays and the spirit of their mother watches over them. In the meantime, their father, the king, is perplexed and the shoemaker and his apprentices are exasperated, but the princesses must dance. When the king issues a proclamation promising a reward for who can discover the secret of where the princesses go each night events rapidly begin to change. With book and lyrics by Jennifer Kirkeby and music by Shirley Mier, this production of the Grimm fairytale is directed by Haley McDaniel with musical Direction and choreography by Heather Clark. Showtimes are 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Feb. 25 at Sutter Street Theatre, 717 Sutter St. in Folsom. This show is perfect for the whole family. For reservations go to SutterStreetTheatre.com or call (916) 353-1001.
Wo r s h i p D i r e c t o r y CHURCH OF CHRIST Rescue
4200 Green Valley Road, Rescue Sunday Bible classes, 9:30 a.m. Sunday morning worship, 10:30 a.m. Sunday evening worship, 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible study, 7 p.m
LIGHTHOUSE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 5441 Pony Express Church Pollock Pines (Across from Valero, Exit 57) Pastor Aaron Bryan Sunday Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Monthly Breakfast October 7th, 10:00 a.m. Church Fall Carnival October 27th, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 644-7036 or 621-4276
LIGHT OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH, LCMS
3100 Rodeo Rd., Cameron Park Pastor Alan Sommer, Senior Pastor Pastor Kyle Weeks, Associate Pastor Sunday Worship 8:00 am and 10:45am Sunday School and Bible Study 9:30am 8am Service is live streamed. www.loth.org 530-677-9536
SOLID ROCK FAITH CENTER DIAMOND SPRINGS Pastor Don B. Pritchard 6205 Enterprise Dr., Diamond Springs Church 642-2038 Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. “Ministering to every need and every life the power of Christ’’
MOUNTAINSIDE CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING
Town Hall 549 Main Street, Placerville Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. Visitors Always Welcome Our Mission “To offer the teachings and wisdom that supports an expanding Spiritual awarness of love and the Divine Within.”
THE EL DORADO COMMUNITY CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 4701 Church St. El Dorado 530-622-8868 message phone Pastor George Turnboo Sunday Service 11:00 AM
For Information Call Elizabeth Hansen at 530-344-5028
PAA
Continued from B1
During the meeting, new members of PAA are invited to introduce themselves and share a little about their art background and, if they wish, share a piece of art they’ve created. A refreshment time comes after the presentation — an opportunity to meet and greet Cumiskey and other artful souls who share a love of art. This is followed by a brief informal meeting with announcements of all that PAA is planning and upcoming events for members to become involved with. PAA is a nonprofit and loves nothing more than to share fine art and artists with the community. The PAA meeting is held 2:30-4:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 12 at the Placerville Senior Center, 937 Spring St. Non-members and prospective members are always invited and welcome. For more information visit placervillearts.com. The association is also on Facebook.
mtdemocrat.com
Mountain Democrat Friday, February 9, 2024 B3
COMING FEBRUARY 17, 2024 Fully Furnished & Designer Appointed Model Home
Setting a benchmark in the luxury living experience, Oakhaven in the El Dorado Foothills has unveiled a new, fully furnished and appointed model home. Architecturally elevated floorplans from 3,442 to 4,208 square feet with enhanced included features 4 bedrooms | offices | bonus rooms | 3.5 bathrooms | Multi-generational suites | 3 car garages Guesthomes and RV garages available on select homesites | 10 minutes to El Dorado Hills Priced from $1.4 million Coming Feb. 17th: Model Home Tours Thu. - Mon. 10am to 5pm | 707.564.5245
OTHER BLUE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES NEIGHBORHOODS: RESCUE I REVERE
GRAND FINALE 1/4-3/4 Acre Homesites 2,526 to 3,457 sq. ft. Single & Two-Story Near Green Valley Rd. & Silver Springs Pkwy From the $900s
707.898.3020
BETHEL ISLAND DELTA COVES
LIVE ON THE WATER 1,864 to 2,286 sq. ft. Offering the Only Single-Story on Bethel Island From the $1 millions
707.317.3927
BlueMountainCommunities.com
GRANITE BAY THE GLEN
TOP RATED SCHOOL DISTRICT 1,866 to 2,590 sq. ft. Single & Two-Story Homes At Eureka Rd. & Auburn-Folsom Rd. From the high $700s
707.416.1712
Photography is for presentation purposes only. Information, specifications, availability, & dimensions subject to change without notice. Marketed by Felicia Mitchell. CADRE# 01262997
hiking aund Folsom Lake, the abundant current and upcoming possibilities at Bass Lake Park, and skiing in Tahoe, just a short drive along Highway 50. Whether you seek outdoor adventures or refined cultural experiences, Oakhaven is strategically positioned to seamlessly blend elegance, comfort, and convenience. With their signature level of service, never ending commitment to quality, and unparalleled attention to detail, Blue Mountain Communities has made its mark in the Sacramento region by creating premier neighborhoods that appeal to families looking for a home where they can enjoy life and flourish.
Blue Mountain Communities brings Oakhaven to the El Dorado Foothills, an exquisite neighborhood offering custom-style home design in an unparalleled location.
Delta Coves on Bethel Island has become a destination for those seeking a one-of-a-kind waterfront living experience. Single and twostory homes all feature boat docks, breathtaking views, and membership to The Island Camp, a resident only club.
Glen in Granite Bay offers spacious Elevated Living Discovered in the El Dorado Foothills The floorplans, modern design, and an unrivalled price point from the high $700,000’s. A sanctuary at Oakhaven by Blue Mountain Communities of only 33 residences, this community captures Discover the allure of Oakhaven by Blue Mountain Communities, a new neighborhood of only 29 single-story residences, situated on expansive homesites averaging over one acre. Nestled near El Dorado Hills, Oakhaven will be opening its fully furnished and designer appointed model home showcasing high-end architectural and interior design on February 17, 2024. Pricing starts at $1.4 million. “What sets Oakhaven apart is the livability and appearance of custom-style homes without the laboring process typically associated with building one,” commented Joe Klusnick, Marketing Director for Blue Mountain Communities. “Our team of architects, interior designers, and construction experts have designed superior floorplans that cater to the ultimate living experience and emphasize the natural surroundings.” The residences at Oakhaven stand as a reflection of modern luxury and stylish appointments demanded by today’s most discerning buyers. To further elevate the living experience, Blue
Mountain Communities’ Director of Interior Design, Shelby Fautt, has curated interior design offerings with sophistication and enduring appeal. Exterior architecture is unique and distinct, varying the appearance for each home in its carefully selected location, set back from the road. The expansive homesites offer homeowners the opportunity to craft their ideal indoor-outdoor lifestyle that can be adorned with playgrounds, decks, built-in kitchens, and more. Nestled in a rare El Dorado Foothills location, Oakhaven is surrounded by exceptional views of rolling hills and heritage oak trees, providing residents with a sense of escape from the city. Despite its tranquil ambiance, Oakhaven is conveniently located just minutes away from El Dorado Hills, a mecca of upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment, offering the perfect blend of serenity and accessibility. Oakhaven residents will be amazed with recreational opportunities, including boating and Advertorial
the essence of contemporary living while preserving the cherished comforts of this soughtafter locale. Now nearing close-out, Revere in Rescue blends the tranquility of rural life with easy access to all nearby amenities. With up to six bedrooms and options for multi-generational living, these
spacious single and two-story homes are perfect for a variety of lifestyles. To find out more about Blue Mountain Communities’ new home neighborhoods visit www.bluemountaincommunities.com.
B4 Friday, February 9, 2024 Mountain Democrat mtdemocrat.com
Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival just around the corner News release 2024 Wild & Scenic Film Festival passes as well as individual session tickets are on sale. For more than two decades, the Wild & Scenic Film Festival has welcomed audiences to Nevada County for its annual event. This coming year the festival is on President’s Day weekend, Feb. 15-19. The festival will feature many mainstay elements of the past, including activist workshops, an art exhibition, youth programs, the EnviroFair, filmmaker Q&A sessions, as well as opportunities to interact with filmmakers and special guests. Wild & Scenic will continue to bring together top filmmakers, activists and social innovators to inspire environmental awareness and action.
Know
“For 22 years our festival has united people inside and outside the theaters, allowing us to engage with filmmakers and learn from activists and scientists about the subject matters presented onscreen,” said WSFF Director Lívia Campos de Menezes. “I cannot wait to share the inspiring program our team has put together. In 2024 we will continue our mission to use film to spark conversations and ignite solutions,” she continued. “We are excited to share an array of national and international established and emerging filmmakers with our audiences. I am also thrilled about our special events, such as the Late Night Movies on Friday, the Dinner and a Movie on Saturday and the family-friendly VR lounge throughout the weekend, offering participants unique ways to experience the
films presented at the festival.” The 2024 lineup of films, as well as tickets and much more information, is available at wildandscenicfilmfestival.org.
Highlight films “4DWN” / USA (dir. Danny J Schmidt) — The unconventional and personal story of a South Dallas skatepark with a mission to change the lives of everyone who walks through the gate. The 4DWN skatepark is a resilience hub rooted in skate culture, tackling head-on the challenges of food insecurity and social justice. n See FESTIVAL, page B8
Continued from B1
flower arrangements. Come learn which flowers are best suited for bouquets, how to grow them from seeds or plugs, uses for your established shrubs, site selection, soil preparation, harvesting, pest management, designing the arrangement and lastly, what else to do with all those lovely flowers. Register online at surveys.ucanr.edu/survey. cfmsurveynumber=41922.
people did during the California Gold Rush.
with a three-course food and wine pairing. For more information call (530) 644-6201 or email wine@ narrowgatevineyards.com.
Shadow Ranch Vineyards in the Fair Play area hosts a Valentine’s Day chocolate and wine pairing, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 10 & 11. For more information visit shadowranch.com/Events. Everhart Cellars and Hart 2 Hart Vineyards host a Valentine’s Sip & Shop, 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy wine, mimosas and more while perusing vendor booths. For more information visit everhartcellars. com.
UCCE Master Gardeners of El Dorado County host Rose Pruning & Care, 9 a.m. to noon at the Sherwood Demonstration Garden in Placerville. Are your roses “asleep” for the winter? Before they awaken, join Master Gardeners Bobbie McCaffrey and Audrey Brandt who will cover the basics of dormant pruning and rose care for producing beautiful blooms in your spring garden. This class will include demonstrations of pruning in our rose garden. Parking permits required, purchase a $2 permit at any kiosk. Please bring a chair if you like. Pre-register online at surveys.ucanr.edu/survey. cfmsurveynumber=41914%20.
Nello Olivo Winery hosts a Port Party open house, noon to 4 p.m. at the Camino tasting room, 3544 Carson Road. Ports are paired with Annabelle’s Chocolate Lounge treats. For more information call (530) 303-3617.
Explore what life would have been like in Coloma during 1850 at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Docents will have demonstrations set up to show the park visitors different hands-on demonstrations and crafts that
Amanda Gray will perform at 4 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information visit hwy50brewery.com/live-music.
Paul Kamm and Eleanore MacDonald celebrate the release of their latest album, “Djuna’s Lullaby,” with a 7:30 p.m. concert at the historical Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad St. in Nevada City. For tickets and more information visit paulemerymusic.com.
The Shingle Springs Community Center hosts a spaghetti dinner and dance at 5 p.m. For tickets and more information visit shinglespringscommunitycenter.org.
Modern Relics will perform at Red Hawk Casino’s Stage Bar 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information visit redhawkcasino.com.
Island of Black and White will perform at 7 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.
Feb. 11 Miraflores Winery hosts Soup Sundays through March 31. Enjoy a complimentary cup of soup while wine tasting at the Placerville tasting room.
The Cameron Park Community Services District host Ties and Tiaras Valentine Dance. Register in advance on cameronpark.org.
Vino Noceto in Plymouth hosts You, Me, and Sangiovese, an intimate five-course wine and dessert pairing. RSVP by Feb. 7 at noceto.com/ Wines/Event-Tickets.
Gwinllan Estate in the Fair Play area hosts a Valentine’s Day Celebration Chocolate and Wine pairing, noon to 4 p.m. Feb. 10 & 11. For more information call (53200 723-2879.
Sutter Creek Theatre presents One of These Nights – Songs of the Eagles at 7 p.m. For tickets and more information call (916) 425-0077 or visit suttercreektheatre.com.
Narrow Gate Vineyards hosts a Valentine Lunch
The Folsom Lake Symphony presents That’s
Premier Business Directory
Amore! with tenor Pasquale Esposito at 7:30 p.m. at Harris Center for the Arts, 10 College Parkway in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit harriscenter.net or call (916) 608-6888.
Findleton Estate and Vineyard in Camino hosts Sweet Valentine’s Day flight with treats with the tasting room closing at 4 p.m. in time for the Super Bowl. Jason Perl will perform at 3 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information visit hwy50brewery.com/live-music.
To advertise, call (530) 344-5028
DIAL-A-PRO ads are listings of local professionals in all trades. Call (530) 344-5028 to place your ad today! Carpentry
Hauling And Cleaning
(530) 460-9902
Hauling & Clean ups — All Areas —
Conn’s Carpentry and Handyman Service
Large & Small jobs! Mobilehome Removal Experts!
owner
Clean, polite service
(530) 409-5455 (916) 806-9741
Construction
Landscape Maintenance
GENERAL BUILDING CONTRACTORS
CC
Decks • Over Hangs • Arbors • Fences • New Construction Remodels, Painting, etc. • Full Design Services Available In-home inspection for new buyers. Don’t get cheated, make sure you’re getting what you’re paying for with an unbiased home inspection. John and Sarah Camara, Owners Licensed, Bonded & Insured • Lic. #729819 Placerville, California Over 30 Years Experience
(530) 903-3045
“Speedy Service and Satisfaction, ALWAYS!”
www.placervilledeckbuilders.com
Sprinklers Repair • Drip Systems Fence Repair • Clean Ups • & Hauling
Call today! (530) 558-0072 2014Rod.F@gmail.com
Electrical Contractors
onovan ainting
Chris Donovan
25+ Years Experience Commercial & Residential Free Estimates Senior Discounts
CA Lic. #807059 (530) 642-2338
Roofing
Rodriguez Yard Maintenance
Bus. Lic. #053457
DP
OWNER/OPERATOR
7 dayS: 8aM-9pM
conn2457@gmail.com Camino, CA Home Repairs and Cabinetry
CAMARA CONSTRUCTION
Painting
Insured
Elite Roofing
Since 1992
New Roofs • Re-Roofs • Repairs
Celebrating 25 Years in business!
Lic. 649751
• Tile Repair • Real Estate Roof Inspections & Certs • Wood shake to • Mobile Home Composition composition conversions • Modified Bitumen One-Ply Senior • Seamless Gutters System • All Types of Repair Work Discount
(530) 676-3511
Landscape Maintenance
www.eliteroofing.com
Tile
DaviD Santana
Yard Clean-up • Maintenance Weedeating • Trimming Tree Pruning & Removal Free Estimates • Fully Insured
IMBODEN’S ELECTRIC Commercial
Residential
Service Calls
(530) 647-1746 (530) 957-3322 (cell)
JEFF IMBODEN CSL #840010
Fire Services
State Contr. Lic.
877808
Can now process mobile credit card payments.
ProPerty Clearing
(530) 306-8474
Give us a call today to schedule your free estimate!
Landscape Maintenance
Tree Service
Martin Harris 2000 Gallon Water Tender 530 277 9580 Cal Fire WC Certified Phos Chek Retardent Type A – Home Defense Brush Master Cannon Construction & Brush Removal Support 2 00gpm Draft Pumping Pool Fills General Contractor Lic# B-710428 harrishouse5609@gmail.com
Rafael Talavera
Talavera Lawn Care & Landscaping Phone: (530) 391-5941 Business Lic. #042987
Lawn Care/Maintenance, Sprinklers, Irrigation Systems, Trenching, Weedeating, Trimming, Valve Installation, Retaining Walls, Drainage, Tree Service One Time Cleanups, Weekly, Biweekly, Yard Improvement Projects
“We offer Grade-A quality service to our customers.”
Tree Removal Brush Clearing Tree Limbing 24 hour Emergency Services Free Estimates Locally Owned • Pollock Pines (530) 306-9613 Serving El Dorado County • Bus Lic 058736
Adam Rohrbough, Owner Operator
Painting
Deck restorations, concrete staining & pressure washing
Residential/Commercial
Residential • Commercial Interior • Exterior Specializing in repaints
• Painting • Drywall • Carpentry • Flooring • Decks • Fencing • Plumbing Reasonable Rates • Electrical • Pressure Washing • Stucco • Cabinets References available
Steven Martinez
upon request
Bus Lic #011716
Spring Specials
CSLB 991861 Workers’ Comp Insured LTO A11207
Well Drilling
American Eagle Painting
HanDyMan SERviCE
Contact Mike (530) 906-7919
—
Email: rafaeltalavera1978@gmail.com Over 20 Years of Experience
HandyMan
Unlicensed Contractor
Serving El Dorado, Placer & surrounding counties
Owner • Operator Bus. # (530) 919-7612 (916) 530-7016 americaneaglepainting4@gmail.com Lic# 960086
GARY C. TANKO WELL DRILLING, INC.
Pump sales & service
30 years experience in the area CSL # 282501
(530) 622-2591
mtdemocrat.com
Public Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0032 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BEAR BEAUTY ESTHETICS, located at 6296 El Dorado St, El Dorado, CA 95623 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Julia E Kelsch, 6296 El Dorado St, El Dorado, CA 95623 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Julia Kelsch JULIA KELSCH, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/11/2024. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9 12698 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0031 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DIAMOND DAVE’S HANDYMAN SERVICE, located at 2824 Canal Court, Placerville, CA 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: David A White, 2824 Canal Court, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ David White DAVID WHITE I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/11/2024. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9 12699 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0043 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CORNERSTONE FINANCIAL GROUP, located at 4260 Mother Lode Dr Ste 4, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Cornerstone Financial and Insurance Services, 4260 Mother Lode Dr Ste 4, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/01/2013 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Craig J Watkins CRAIG J WATKINS, MANAGING PARTNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/16/2024. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see
• E-mail your public notice to legals@mtdemocrat.net • Be sure to include your name and phone number
section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9 12705
section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9 12708
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0044
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 24CV0099
The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BUSY BEE MOBILE NOTARY, located at 3360 Caballero Ct, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Hailey Jennings, 3360 Caballero Ct, Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Hailey Jennings HAILEY JENNINGS I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/16/2024. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9 12706
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Deborah Marie Reno filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: DEBORAH MARIE RENO Proposed name: DEBORAH MARIE DABNEY DEMANDER 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: MARCH 22, 2024, 8:30 A.M. DEPT. 9 AT SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF EL DORADO, 3321 Cameron Park Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682. 3. A copy of the ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Mountain Democrat. This order has been filed on JANUARY 19, 2024. /s/ Gary Slossberg GARY SLOSSBERG, Judge of the Superior Court 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 12727
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0042 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: KTS ADVENTURES, located at 4381 Alazan Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Kent T Schardt, 4381 Alazan Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 03/09/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Kent Schardt KENT SCHARDT I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/16/2024. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9 12707 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0041 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: STEVES CHIMNEY SWEEP AND REPAIR, located at 1810 Indian Rock Road, Cool, CA 95614 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Steven Hebler, 1810 Indian Rock Road, Cool, CA 95614 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Steven Hebler STEVEN HEBLER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/16/2024. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see
Mountain Democrat Friday, February 9, 2024 B5
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0062 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THE VALLEJO GUN SHOW, located at 1906 Sapphire Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762/ Mailing Address: 3941 Park Drive Suite 20-143, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): S&N Promotions, Inc., 3941 Park Drive Suite 20-143, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/19/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Jason R Smith JASON R SMITH, PRESIDENT I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/19/2024. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 12728 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0068 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 3D TILE, located at 1511 Paymaster Ct, Cool, CA 95614 Registered owner(s): Cameron R David, 1511 Paymaster Ct, Cool, CA 95614 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/15/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Cameron David CAMERON DAVID I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/22/2024. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 12729 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1239 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SMILE TIME DENTAL, located at 4363 Golden Center Dr, Ste. B2, Placerville, CA 95667/ Mailing Address: 400 Plaza Dr #120366, Folsom, CA 95630
Registered owner(s): S. Jang DDS Incorporated, 400 Plaza Dr #120-366, Folsom, CA 95630 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/21/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Sabrina Jang SABRINA JANG, PRESIDENT I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/29/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 12730 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1238 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SMILE TIME DENTAL, located at 3840 El Dorado Hills Blvd #203B, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762/ Mailing Address: 400 Plaza Dr #120352, Folsom, CA 95630 Registered owner(s): S. Jang DDS Incorporated, 400 Plaza Dr #120-350, Folsom, CA 95630 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/01/2015 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Sabrina Jang SABRINA JANG, PRESIDENT I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/29/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 12731 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0049 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: WOTC WORX, located at 1801 Green Valley Rd, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): WOTC WIZ LLC, PO Box 4317, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 07/05/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Nicolas Romo NICOLAS ROMO, MEMBER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/17/2024. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 12732 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0065 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: NOURISH, located at 7502 Green Valley Road, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s):
Katie B Combellack, 7502 Green Valley Road, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/22/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Katie Combellack KATIE COMBELLACK, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/22/2024. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 12733 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0064
transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 02/15/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Devon Palermo DEVON PALERMO, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/22/2024. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 12736 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0070
The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CONNECT, located at 5305 A & A Road, Placerville, CA 95667/Mailing Address: 7510 Green Valley Road, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Katie B Combellack, 7510 Green Valley Road, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/22/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Katie Combellack KATIE COMBELLACK, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/22/2024. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 12734
File Number of Fictitious Business Name Statement: FB2022-0852 Date Fictitious Business Name was filed in El Dorado County: 8/2/2022 Fictitious Business Name(s) to be abandoned: BERRY HEAVEN Fictitious Business Name Street Address: 5170 Marshall Rd, Garden Valley, CA 95633/Mailing Address: 3238 Life Way, Placerville, CA 95667 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) HAVE ABANDONED THE USE OF THE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: Registrant name(s) & address(es): 1. Theresa M. Cook, 3238 Life Way, Placerville, CA 95667, 2. Dean D Cook, Jr, 3238 Life Way, Placerville, CA 95667 This business was conducted by a Married Couple. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Theresa M. Cook ____________________________ I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/23/2024 The Statement of Abandonment of Fictitious Business Name must be published in a newspaper once a week for four successive weeks and an affidavit of publication filed with the county clerk within 30 days after publication has been accomplished. The Statement should be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the county where the principal place of business is located. The Statement should be published in such county in a newspaper that circulates in the area where the business is conducted (Business & Professions Code 17917). Any person who executes, files, or publishes any fictitious business name statement, knowing that such statement is false, in whole or in part, is guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be fined not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) (Business & Professions code 17930) 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 12737
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0066
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1201
The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THE MEADOW, located at 7510 Green Valley Road, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Katie B Combellack, 7510 Green Valley Road, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 04/22/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Katie Combellack KATIE COMBELLACK, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/22/2024. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 12735
The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ELITE BOOKKEEPING SOLUTIONS, located at 4787 Gold Creek Lane, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 Registered owner(s): Gracie E Foust, 4787 Gold Creek Lane, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/12/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Gracie Foust GRACIE FOUST I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/14/2023 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 12738
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0067 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BUNCH O CRUNCH, located at 610 Myrtle Ave, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Devon M Palermo, 610 Myrtle Ave, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0072 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: WILDER RESCUES, located at 3056 Hazel St, Pollock Pines, CA 95726 Registered owner(s): Matthew D Medel, 3056 Hazel St, Pollock Pines, CA 95726 Legal notice continued on the next page
B6 Friday, February 9, 2024 Mountain Democrat mtdemocrat.com
Public Notices This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/21/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Matthew D Medel MATTHEW D MEDEL, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/23/2024 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12739 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 TS NO: CA07001222-23-1 APN: 073-313-030-000 FKA 073-313-030-100 TO NO: 230475269-CA-VOI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d) (2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED June 16, 2021. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On March 20, 2024 at 10:00 AM, at the Main Street entrance to the County Courthouse at 495 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on July 7, 2021 as Instrument No. 20210044400, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of El Dorado County, California, executed by VALERIE LEE STEVENS, TRUSTEE OF THE VALERIE LEE STEVENS LIVING TRUST DATED FEBRUARY 13, 2013, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as Beneficiary, as nominee for LONGBRIDGE FINANCIAL, LLC as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1776 CHEROKEE COURT, COOL, CA 95614 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $267,265.06 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee,
or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call Nationwide Posting & Publication at 916.939.0772 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Website www.nationwideposting. com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA07001222-23-1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Notice to Tenant NOTICE TO TENANT FOR FORECLOSURES AFTER JANUARY 1, 2021 You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916.939.0772, or visit this internet website www. nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case CA07001222-23-1 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: January 15, 2024 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA0700122223-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949-252-8300 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 By: Bernardo Sotelo, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.nationwideposting. com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Nationwide Posting & Publication AT 916.939.0772 NPP0445816 To: MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT & PLACERVILLE TIMES 01/26/2024, 02/02/2024, 02/09/2024 1/26, 2/2, 2/9 12740 FILE NO.: 20-10289 APN: 085-334-002-000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER S WA N S B O R O C O U N T RY PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (ASSOCIATION) COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS AND A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT (LIEN) DATED 11-22-2019. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 02-15-2024 at 2:30 PM, Outside the Main Street entrance to the County Courthouse located at 495 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667, ALLIED TRUSTEE SERVICES (Trustee), 1601 Response Road, Suite 390, Sacramento, CA 95815, (877) 282-4991, under and pursuant to Lien, recorded 12-06-2019 as Instrument 2019-0052296-00 Book - - Page - - of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of EL DORADO County, CA, WILL CAUSE TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check/cash equivalent or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale) the property owned by JEFFREY SCHIFFERLE AND SHANNA SCHIFFERLE, situated in said County, describing the land therein: APN: 085-334002-000 (Directions for vacant land may be obtained by written request submitted to the claimant within 10 days after the first publication of this notice at the Trustee’s address noted above.) The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: VACANT LAND LOT 647, SWANSBORO COUNTRY UNIT NO. 7, FILED IN MAP BOOK F AT PAGE 49 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the sums due under the Lien. The estimated total unpaid balance at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is $6,649.80. THE PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD SUBJECT TO THE 90-DAY POSTSALE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION AS SET FORTH IN CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 5715(B). THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION BEGINS WHEN THE SALE IS FINALIZED PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2924m. Association heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located, and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for
• E-mail your public notice to legals@mtdemocrat.net • Be sure to include your name and phone number
any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. REPLACEMENT OF WINNING BIDDER CHECKS: Winning bid checks received at the public auction sale not payable directly to Allied Trustee Services (i.e. containing third-party endorsements) must be replaced within five business days after the sale. The winning bidder will be contacted at the phone number and/or email address provided for further instructions. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the Association, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869, or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING. COM for information, using the file number assigned to this case: 20-10289. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. DATE: January 09, 2024 ALLIED TRUSTEE SERVICES, Trustee TANYA HALL, Authorized Signature 1/26, 2/2, 2/9 12745 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF VIRGINIA C. CHANG CASE NO. 24PR0010 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of VIRGINIA C. CHANG, also known as VIRGINIA CHUN CHANG A PETITION for Probate has been filed by MARJORIE S. CHANG FULLER in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that MARJORIE S. CHANG FULLER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: June 10, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 9 at 3321 Cameron Park Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: KATHLEEN C. WILLCOX Boutin Jones Inc. 555 Capitol Mall, Suite 1500 Sacramento, CA 95814 (916) 321-4444 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 12759 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0110 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: RWS REAL ESTATE, located at 8301 Martinique Lane, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762/Mailing Address: PO Box 5468, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Robin Wymyczak Sweigart, PO Box 5468, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/29/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Robin Wymyczak Sweigart ROBIN WYMYCZAK SWEIGART I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/29/2024 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED
BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23 12769 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0108 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: APEX AT RED HAWK, located at 1 Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville, CA 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Shingle Springs Tribal Gaming Authority, 1 Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by a Tribal Government/An Unincorporated Association other than a partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/26/22 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Christopher Porras CHRISTOPHER PORRAS, CHAIRMAN I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/26/2024 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23 12770 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0038 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: RED HAWK TRAVEL CENTER, located at 3920 Shingle Springs Dr., Shingle Springs, CA 95682/Mailing Address: 1 Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville, CA 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Shingle Springs Tribal Gaming Authority, 1 Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by a Tribal Government/An Unincorporated Association other than a partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Christopher Porras CHRISTOPHER PORRAS, SHINGLE SPRINGS TRIBAL GAMING AUTHORITY, CHAIRMAN I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/12/2024 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23 12771 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0039 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: RED HAWK RESORT + CASINO, located at 1 Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville, CA 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Shingle Springs Tribal Gaming Authority, 1 Red Hawk Parkway, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by a Tribal Government/An Unincorporated Association other than a partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Christopher Porras CHRISTOPHER PORRAS, SHINGLE SPRINGS TRIBAL GAMING AUTHORITY, CHAIRMAN I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/12/2024 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED
IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23 12772 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0114 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: JWH VALUATION SERVICES, located at 3928 Heights Court, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: James Herrman, 3928 Heights Court, Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/29/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Jim Herrman JIM HERRMAN, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/30/2024 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23 12773 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF CHRISTOPHER ANDERSON MOORE CASE NO. 23PR0297 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of CHRISTOPHER ANDERSON MOORE A PETITION for Probate has been filed by ALICE N. MOORE in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that ALICE N. MOORE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: February 26, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 9 at 3321 Cameron Park Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: CAITLIN E. ROSS 919 Reserve Drive, Suite 103 Roseville, CA 95678 (916) 724-1696 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 12774 PUBLIC NOTICE Cellco Partnership and its controlled affiliates doing business as Verizon Wireless (Verizon Wireless) proposes to install an extension onto an existing 51-foot 6-inch monopole for a new overall height of 73-feet 6-inches at the approx. vicinity of 3304 Harris Court, Placerville, El Dorado County, CA 95667, Lat: 38° 42’56.7’’ N, Long: 120° 47’4.61’’ W. Proposed wireless communications antennas to be collocated at centerline heights of 63-feet and 65-feet 8-inches. Public comments regarding potential effects from this site on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Samantha Neary, s.neary@trileaf.com, 2121 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, AZ 85224, 480-850-0575.
2/9/24 CNS-3779252# THE MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT 12775 2/9 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0113 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DAZZLE’S DYNAMIC PERFORMANCE, located at 11480 Sunrise Gold Circle, Unit 5, Rancho Cordova, CALI 95742 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Dazzle’s Detailing Corp, 4107 Redondo Drive, El Dorado Hills, CALI 95762 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Kasra Erfanian Mardjani KASRA ERFANIAN MARDJANI, OWNER/PRESIDENT I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/30/2024 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12776 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23 EL DORADO IRRIGATION DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PRE-QUALIFICATION OF BIDDERS FOR PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT SLY PARK INTERTIE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NUMBER 21079.01 RFQ24-05 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed APPLICATIONS will be received no later than 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, local time, at the front desk of District’s Customer Service Building located at 2890 Mosquito Rd., Placerville, CA 95667 for the Sly Park Intertie Improvements project, Project No. 21079.01 (“Project”). Only pre-qualified firms will be eligible to bid on the Project. A California Classification A contractor’s license is required. The anticipated work of the Project generally consists of replacing the approximately 4.5 mile connection between the District’s Reservoir 1 and Reservoir A Water Treatment Plants. The project is located 10 miles east of the City of Placerville and 1.5 miles southwest of Pollock Pines, California. The estimated construction cost is $38.5 Million. The estimated date of construction is June 2024 through March 2026. PUBLIC WORKS LAWS. The project is a public works project subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). To be qualified for this project, a contractor must be registered with the DIR. In addition, pursuant to prevailing wage laws, copies of the prevailing wage rates are on file at the District’s principal office and are available on request. Interested firms may obtain a copy of the Request for Pre-Qualification (RFQ) from the District’s website at www.eid.org/contracts. Note that the reference procedure requires the reference information be sent directly by the reference to EID by the above date. Questions regarding this project should be directed to the Project Manager by emailing Ms. Liz Carrington at lcarrington@eid.org, or by calling 530.642.4077. Dated this 2nd day of February, 2024 EL DORADO IRRIGATION DISTRICT /s/ Jon Money Jon Money, P.E., Engineering Manager 12778 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 PUBLIC NOTICE: RELOCATION OF MARSHALL MEDICAL CAMERON PARK CARDIOLOGY & PULMONOLOGY OUTPATIENT SERVICES Date: 1/29/23 Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 1255.25, Marshall Medical Center is providing public notice of its plan to relocate its Cameron Park Cardiology and Pulmonology Outpatient Services. Effective Date: April 30, 2024 Current Address: 3102 Ponte Morino Dr. Ste 100, Cameron Park, CA 95682 New Address: 3501 Palmer Dr Ste 204, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Marshall Medical’s Cameron Park Cardiology and Pulmonology Outpatient Services will relocate due to the sale of the building currently leased. The transition to the new location is expected to be completed by late April 2024, ensuring no disruption to scheduled services and appointments for patients. The Cardiology and Pulmonology staff of 20 will remain unaffected, and Marshall Medical Center is committed to providing highquality, compassionate care at the new location. All services currently offered will continue seamlessly. For patients seeking comparable services near the existing location, below is a list of options serving Medicare and Medi-Cal patients: Cardiology: • Marshall Medical Center Cardiology, 5137 Golden Foothill Parkway, Ste 200, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 • Folsom Cardiology, 4921 Golden Foothill Pkwy, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Legal notice continued on the next page
mtdemocrat.com
Public Notices • Marshall Medical Center Cardiology, 1004 Fowler Way, Ste 4, Placerville, CA 95667 Pulmonology: • Marshall Medical Center Pulmonology, 1004 Fowler Way, Ste 4, Placerville, CA 95667 • Dignity Health, 6555 Coyle Ave, Ste 215, Carmichael, CA 95608 • Pulmonary Medicine Associates, 1508 Alhambra Blvd, Ste 100 Sacramento, CA 95816 For any inquiries or comments regarding this relocation, please contact: Marshall Medical Center 1100 Marshall Way, Placerville, CA 95667 Phone: 530-622-1441 Siri Nelson, President and CEO Marshall Medical Center 1100 Marshall Way, Placerville, CA 95667 Phone: 530-622-1441 2/2, 2/5, 2/7, 2/9, 2/12, 2/14, 2/16, 2/21, 2/23, 2/26 12779 2/28, 3/1, 3/4, 3/6, 3/8 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF PATRICIA ANN EARLE CASE NO. 23PR0320 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of PATRICIA ANN EARLE A PETITION for Probate has been filed by BARBARA CRAMER in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that BARBARA CRAMER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 11, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 9 at 3321 Cameron Park Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: BARBARA CRAMER 3174 Ridge Ct Placerville, CA 95667 12780 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 COUNTY OF EL DORADO, CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the County of El Dorado, State of California, that sealed bids for Work in accordance with the Project Plans (Plans) and Contract Documents designated: EL DORADO TRAIL-MISSOURI FLAT ROAD BIKE/PEDESTRIAN OVERCROSSING PHASE 2 CIP No. 36109002, CONTRACT No. 8144 will be received by the County of El Dorado, Department of Transportation (Department of Transportation), through Quest Construction Data Network (Quest) until March 11, 2024 at 2:00 P.M., at which time bids will be publicly opened and read by the Department of Transportation. The bid opening will take place virtually through Zoom. The virtual bid meeting can be accessed via the following: http://tinyurl.com/MoFlatPOC Meeting ID: 225 438 962 65, Passcode: YX5gxT530-447-0967, Phone Conference ID: 257 862 782#. The Project is located along Missouri Flat Road, near the community of Diamond Springs in the County of El Dorado. The Work to be done is shown on the Plans, and generally consists of, but is not limited to: Furnishing and installing a prefabricated steel pedestrian overcrossing structure, including precast prestressed concrete girders, mechanically stabilized earth retaining walls, structural concrete, hot mix asphalt paving, metal handrailing, signing, and striping. Other items or details not mentioned above, that are required by the plans, Standard Plans, Standard Specifications, or these Special Provisions must be performed, constructed or installed. Bids are required for the entire Work described herein. The Contract time is ONE HUNDRED FIFTY (150) WORKING DAYS. For bonding purposes the anticipated Project cost is less than $5,000,000. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for this Project on February 29, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at the County of El Dorado, Department of Transportation, 2441 Headington Road, Placerville, CA. The meeting will be held in the downstairs conference room. Attendance at the pre-bid meeting is not mandatory. The Contract Documents, including the Project Plans, may be viewed and/or downloaded from the Quest website at http://www.questcdn. com. Interested parties may also access the Quest website by clicking on the link next to the Project Name or entering the Quest Project # on the Department of Transportation’s website at http://www.edcgov.us/ Government/DOT/pages/BidsHome. aspx.
Interested parties may view the Contract Documents, including the Project Plans, on the Quest website at no charge. The digital Contract Documents, including the Project Plans, may be downloaded for $30.00 by inputting the Quest Project #8915541 on the websites’ Project Search page. Please contact QuestCDN.com at (952) 233-1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in free membership, registration, downloading, and working with this digital project information. To be included on the planholders list, receive notification of addenda, and to be eligible to bid interested parties must download the Contract Documents, including the Project Plans, from Quest. Those downloading the Contract Documents, including the Project Plans, assume responsibility and risk for completeness of the downloaded Contract Documents. The Contract Documents, including the Project Plans, may be examined in person at the Department of Transportation’s office at 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville CA. However, the Department of Transportation will no longer sell paper copies of the Contract Documents. The following Supplemental Project Information will be provided in pdf format as part of the Contract Documents on Quest’s website to all planholders who acquire the Contract Documents digitally through Quest: Foundation Report, Revised Standard Plans Bidders must be properly licensed to perform the Work pursuant to the Contractors’ State License Law (Business and Professions Code Section 7000 et seq.) and must possess a CLASS A license or equivalent combination of Classes required by the categories and type of Work included in the Contract Documents and Plans at the time the Contract is awarded, and must maintain a valid license through completion and acceptance of the Work, including the guarantee and acceptance period. Failure of the successful Bidder to obtain proper adequate licensing will constitute a failure to execute the Contract and will result in the forfeiture of the Bidder’s security. No contractor or subcontractor may bid on any public works project, be listed in a bid proposal for any public works project, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1. Contractor must comply with emission reduction regulations mandated by the California Air Resources Board, sign the certification of knowledge in the Agreement, and provide County a Certificate of Reported Compliance when road legal diesel vehicles with a gross vehicle weight over 14,000 pounds are included in their fleet. Contractor must require all subcontractors to comply with such regulations and provide County a Certificate of Reported Compliance for each sub-contractor with road legal diesel vehicles over 14,000 pound gross vehicle weight. For federal-aid projects, DBE requirements of Title 49 Part 26 of the Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR 26) apply. Bidders are advised that, as required by federal law, the County of El Dorado has implemented Disadvantaged Business Enterprise requirements for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE). Comply with Section 2-1.12 and Section 5-1.13. Bidder will take all necessary affirmative steps to assure that minority firms, women’s business enterprises and labor surplus area firms are used when possible. The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Contract goal is 21%. In accordance with the provisions of California Labor Code Sections 1770 et seq., including but not limited to Sections 1773, 1773.1, 1773.2, 1773.6, and 1773.7, the general prevailing rate of wages in the county in which the Work is to be done has been determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations. Interested parties can obtain the current wage information by submitting their requests to the Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Labor Statistics and Research, PO Box 420603, San Francisco CA 94142-0603, Telephone (415) 7034708 or by referring to the website at http://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/ PWD. The rates at the time of the bid advertisement date of a project will remain in effect for the life of the project in accordance with the California Code of Regulations, as modified and effective January 27, 1997. Copies of the general prevailing rate of wages in the county in which the Work is to be done are also on file at the Department of Transportation’s principal office, and are available upon request, and in case of projects involving Federal funds, Federal wage requirements as predetermined by the United States Secretary of Labor have been included in the Contract Documents. Addenda to modify the Federal minimum wage rates, if necessary, will be issued as described in the Project Administration section of this Notice to Bidders. In accordance with the provisions of Labor Code 1810, eight (8) hours of labor constitutes a legal day’s work upon all work done hereunder, and Contractor and any subcontractor employed under this Contract must conform to and be bound by the provisions of Labor Code Sections 1810 through 1815. This Project is subject to the requirements of Title 8, Chapter 8, Subchapter 4.5 of the California Code of Regulations including the obligation to furnish certified payroll records directly to the Compliance Monitoring Unit under the Labor Commissioner within the Department of Industrial Relations Division of Labor Standards Enforcement in accordance with Section 16461. In the case of Federally funded projects, where Federal and State prevailing wage requirements apply, compliance with both is required. This Project is funded in whole or part by Federal funds. Comply with Exhibit D of the Draft Agreement and the Copeland Act (18 U.S.C. 874 and 29 CFR Part 3), the Davis-Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. 3141-3147 and 29 CFR Part 5), and the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C. 3701 and 29 CFR Part 5). If there is a difference between the minimum wage rates predetermined by the Secretary of Labor and the general prevailing wage rates determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations for similar classifications of labor, Contractor and subcontractors must pay not less than the higher wage rate. The Department of Transportation will not accept lower State wage rates not specifically included in the Federal minimum wage determinations. This includes
Mountain Democrat Friday, February 9, 2024 B7
• E-mail your public notice to legals@mtdemocrat.net • Be sure to include your name and phone number
“helper” (or other classifications based on hours of experience) or any other classification not appearing in the Federal wage determinations. Where Federal wage determinations do not contain the State wage rate determination otherwise available for use by Contractor and subcontractors, Contractor and subcontractors must pay not less than the Federal minimum wage rate which most closely approximates the duties of the employees in question. Bids will be considered for award by the Board of Supervisors. The County of El Dorado reserves the right after opening bids to reject any or all bids, to waive any irregularity in a bid, or to make award to the lowest responsive, responsible Bidder and reject all other bids, as it may best serve the interests of the County. The Contractor may elect to receive one hundred percent (100%) of payments due under the Contract from time to time, without retention of any portion of the payment by the County, by depositing securities of equivalent value with the County in accordance with the provisions of Section 22300 of the Public Contract Code. Securities eligible for deposit hereunder are be limited to those listed in Section 16430 of the Government Code, or bank or savings and loan certificates of deposit. Reference the Contract Documents package, which includes the Notice to Bidders, Plans, Specifications, Draft Agreement and Proposal for contractual requirements not listed in this “Notice to Contractors” newspaper advertisement. 2/7, 2/9, 2/12, 2/14, 2/16, 2/21 12799 NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY UPDATE Public notice is hereby given that an Initial Study with Proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration is available for public review for the proposed El Dorado County Department of Transportation (Department) Routine Maintenance Agreement (RMA). The area for the RMA covers unincorporated El Dorado County, spans 44 U.S. Geological Survey topographic quads, and includes the census designated communities of El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park, Diamond Springs, Pollock Pines, Shingle Springs, Auburn Lake Trails, Georgetown, Camino, Tahoma, Grizzly Flats, Meyers, Coloma, and Cold Springs. The proposed RMA with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife will be limited to the El Dorado County Road System and will not cover routine maintenance work within the cities of Placerville and South Lake Tahoe, U.S. Forest Service System roads, and roads maintained by the State of California (California Department of Transportation [Caltrans]). The Department does not maintain facilities managed by the El Dorado Irrigation District, McKinney Water District, the Grizzly Flats Community Services District, or the various public utility districts in El Dorado County. The Department’s proposed RMA would cover routine maintenance in areas along existing drainage infrastructure maintained by the Department. This routine maintenance work is divided into 10 categories: (1) Removal, Replacement, or Repair of Facilities; (2) Debris and Obstruction Removal (3) Vegetation Control in Channels or on Banks; (4) Repair of Previous Erosion Control Work; (5) Minor Erosion Control Work; (6) Channel Alignment Maintenance; (7) Road Maintenance and Storm Water Runoff Systems (MS-4) Maintenance; (8) Minor Bridge Maintenance; (9) Silt, Sand, or Sediment Removal; and, (10) Maintenance of Existing Recreational Facilities. UPDATE: The public review and comment period has been extended to 40 calendar days in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15105(b), beginning January 12, 2024 and ending February 21, 2024. The document is available on the County of El Dorado webpage at http://www.edcgov.us/government/ dot/pages/CEQA.aspx. The document is also available for review at the Department’s office located at 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Written comments must be received by 5:00 p.m. on February 21, 2024 and directed to El Dorado County Department of Transportation, Attn: Fairlane Engineering, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 or by email at dotengineering@edcgov.us. MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT 1 time Date: February 9, 2024 2/9 12802 REVISED NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the County of El Dorado, as lead agency, has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for the below referenced Project. The Draft MND analyzes the potential environmental effects associated with the proposed Project in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). This Notice of Intent (NOI) is to provide responsible agencies and other interested parties with notice of the availability of the Draft MND and solicit comments and concerns regarding the environmental issues associated with the proposed Project. LEAD AGENCY: County of El Dorado, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 CONTACT: County Planner: Evan Mattes, 530-621-5994 PROJECT: CCUP21-0004/Single Source PROJECT LOCATION: The property, identified by Assessor’s Parcel Number 046-710-017, consists of a 46.53-acre parcel, located on the north side of D’Agostini Drive, approximately 1 mile west of the intersection with Mt Aukum Road, in the Somerset area, Supervisorial District 2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Commercial Cannabis Use Permit (CCUP) for the construction and operation of a cannabis cultivation, harvest, processing, and storage facility on a 47.7-acre parcel. The project would consist of approximately 87,120 square feet (sf) of full-time outdoor cannabis cultivation area, a 240-sf modular office, a solar power system, and eight 320-sf shipping containers. Processing would seasonally occur within a temporary tent which would be located within the cultivation area. The cannabis cultivation area would include approximately 1.28 acres of hoop houses located on the east portion of the project area. The applicant would access power using a combination of solar power, a backup generator which would be located within a 120-sf tough shed, and a connection with existing Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) infrastructure.
The solar panel array would be located west of the cultivation area. PUBLIC REVIEW PERIOD: The public review period for the CORRECTED Draft MND set forth in CEQA for this project is 30 days, beginning January 30, 2024February 12, 2024, and ending February 28, 2024March 12, 2024. Any written comments must be received within the public review period. Copies of the Draft MND for this project may be reviewed and/or obtained in the County of El Dorado Planning and Building Department, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667, during normal business hours or online at https://www.edcgov.us/ Government/planning/Cannabis/ Pages/Cannabis-Current-Projects. aspx. Please direct your comments to: County of El Dorado, Planning and Building Department, County Planner: Evan Mattes, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 or EMAIL: planning@edcgov.us PUBLIC HEARING: The public hearing for the MND is tentatively scheduled to be heard at the March 14, 2024 Planning Commission meeting. Please check the Planning Commission agenda at https:// eldorado.legistar.com/Calendar. aspx for changes to this tentatively scheduled hearing date. COUNTY OF EL DORADO PLANNING AND BUILDING DEPARTMENT KAREN L. GARNER, Director January 29, 2024February 9, 2024 2/9 12803 PUBLIC NOTICE OF PROVISIONAL APPOINTMENT (Education Code §5092) The Board of Trustees of Camino Union School District announces that the resignation of Judy Morris, effective on December 1, 2023, created one vacant position on the Camino Union School District’s Board. The Board of Trustees voted at a Special Meeting held on January 30, 2024 to make a provisional appointment of Christina Holt to fill this vacancy. Unless a petition calling for a special election, containing a sufficient number of signatures is filed pursuant to Education Code 5091 in the Office of the County Superintendent within 30 days of the date of the provisional appointment, it shall become an effective appointment. Board of Trustees of the Camino Union School District Pat Kernan, Board President Camino Union School District 3060 Snows Road Camino, CA 95709 2/9 12804 EL DORADO IRRIGATION DISTRICT REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS/PROPOSALS SLY PARK INTERTIE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO. 21079.01 RFQ/RFP24-02 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that QUALIFICATIONS will be received via e-mail no later than 3:00 p.m. on February 29, 2024, local time, to the El Dorado Irrigation District. The work shall consist of providing professional services for Construction Management and Inspection services during construction. The Request for Qualification/ Proposal is available on the EID website at www.eid.org/contracts. PUBLIC WORKS LAWS. The project is a public works project subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). To be qualified for this project, a contractor must be registered with the DIR. In addition, pursuant to prevailing wage laws, copies of the prevailing wage rates are on file at the District’s principal office and are available on request. Questions regarding this project should be directed to the Project Manager by emailing Ms. Liz Carrington at lcarrington@eid.org, or by calling 530- 642-4077. Dated this 9th day of February, 2024 EL DORADO IRRIGATION DISTRICT /s/ Jon Money Jon Money, P.E., Engineering Manager 2/9 12806 NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a mobilehome (and all personal property located therein), registered to DANIELLE BUDA, described as a single-wide mobilehome; Year of Manufacture: 1976; Tradename: Hillcrest; Decal ABF9821; Serial 02747182; HUD/Insignia CAL000802 and stored on property within Hidden Springs Villa, located at 2760 Cold Springs Rd, Placerville, El Dorado County, CA 95667, will be sold by auction at Hidden Springs Villa Space 129, 2945 Glenwood Ln, Placerville, CA 95667 on Fri, Feb 23, 2024, at 11:00 AM and the proceeds of the sale will be applied to the satisfaction of the lien, including the reasonable charges of storage, back taxes, registration fees, notice, advertisement and sale. Only cash or cash equivalent, cashier’s checks, or certified funds will be accepted. Payment is due and payable immediately following the sale. The home and/or contents are sold as is, where is, with no guarantees. The purchaser will acquire no right of tenancy to any space in the community. The home and contents must be removed from the site if purchaser is NOT approved for tenancy. This notice is published per the requirements of, and the indicated auction sale shall be conducted pursuant to California Civil Code Section 798.61 and codes referenced therein. 2/9, 2/16 12807 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0139 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ELITE RENTALS, located at 4064 Durock Road, Shingle Springs, CA 95682/Mailing Address: PO Box 1311, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Elite Storage Containers, PO Box 1311, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: California, Officer The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/31/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Don Greene DON GREENE, OFFICER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code
that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 02/06/2024 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/1 12808 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0036 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PLANTED ON MAIN, located at 318 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Amanda J Aspinall, 318 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/01/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Amanda Aspinall AMANDA ASPINALL, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 01/12/2024 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/1 12809 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0136 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GERMAN AUTO WERKS, located at 3943 Missouri Flat Rd., Placerville, CA 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Bryan R Bradford, 3943 Missouri Flat Rd., Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed
above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Bryan Bradford BRYAN BRADFORD, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 02/05/2024 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12810 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/1 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2024-0137 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: AZARIAH ATTIRE, located at 6101 South Shingle Road, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Robert Wertz, 6101 South Shingle Road, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 02/05/24 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Robert Wertz ROBERT WERTZ I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 02/05/2024 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12811 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/1
NOTICE OF PUBLIC WORKSHOP The County of El Dorado Planning Commission and Planning and Building Department, Long Range Planning Unit, will hold a public workshop in the Building C Hearing Room, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 on February 22, 2024, to solicit public and Commission comments on focused amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, as authorized by the Board of Supervisors on July 13, 2021, including specific amendments to Chapter 130.36 (Signs); Chapter 130.39 (Oak Resources Conservation) and Section 130.40.130 (Communications Facilities). This workshop will also solicit public and Commission feedback on the draft Cameron Park Sign Standards, previously authorized by the Board on April 13, 2021. Agenda and Staff Reports are available approximately two weeks prior at https:// eldorado.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx All persons interested are invited to attend and be heard or to write their comments to the Planning Commission. For the current remote options, including whether in-person attendance is allowed, please check the meeting Agenda no less than 72 hours before the meeting, which will be posted at https://eldorado.legistar.com/ Calendar.aspx. Any written correspondence should be directed to the County of El Dorado Planning and Building Department, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 or via e-mail: planning@edcgov.us. To ensure delivery to the Commission prior to the workshop, written information from the public is encouraged to be submitted by Thursday the week prior to the meeting. Planning Services cannot guarantee that any FAX or mail received the day of the Commission meeting will be delivered to the Commission prior to any action. COUNTY OF EL DORADO PLANNING COMMISSION KAREN L. GARNER, Executive Secretary February 9, 2024 2/9 12805
B8 Friday, February 9, 2024 Mountain Democrat mtdemocrat.com
ROMANTIC MUSIC IN THE FOOTHILLS
Photo by David J. Grenier
Courtesy photo
Cantare Chorale of the Sierra Foothills performs at the Shingle Springs-Cameron Park Chamber of Commerce mixer at The Stage at Burke Junction on Feb. 1, above,. The musical group, under the direction of Mariia Pechenova, sang a variety of songs. Hear more when the chorale performs two Romance du Soir concerts — a delightful exploration of love through four-part harmonies. The first performance is at 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10, at Foothills United Methodist Church, 3301 Green Valley Road in Rescue. The second is at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13, at the Placerville Shakespeare Club, 2940 Bedford Ave. For more information visit cantarechorale.com.
Lewis
where beverages and homemade goodies will be available. For more information about concerts presented by MOTD, including membership options that make a season full of music a bargain, visit musiconthedivide.org.
Continued from B4
“Keepers of the Land” / Canada (dir. Deirdre Leowinata, Douglas Neasloss) — One small First Nation on Canada’s West Coast is taking significant steps to claim rightful power over its resources in a territory still rich with fish, bears, old-growth trees and kelp forests by reviving their stories and the laws within them. “Near The River” / Zambia, USA (dir. Darby McAdams) — In the tourism town of Livingstone, Zambia, a group of local men who make their living portering kayaks aspire to become safety kayakers on the Zambezi River. The proposed Batoka Gorge Hydroelectric Scheme threatens to flood the famous Zambezi rapids and eliminate river-related jobs. “PATROL” / Nicaragua (dir. Brad Allgood, Camilo de Castro) — Illegal cattle ranchers and miners are decimating the Indio-Maiz Biological Reserve, one of the last remaining rainforests in Central America. Commodities produced on illegally converted lands are finding their way to unsuspecting consumers in the U.S. and other major markets. The indigenous and Afro-descendent peoples are addressing the threat head-on — fighting back to protect
Gallery
IMG ARTISTS PRESENTS
Continued from B2
Doors will open to the Georgetown IOOF Hall at 2 p.m. for 2024 season Members of MOTD and online ticket holders. The public purchasing tickets at the door will be admitted at 2:30 p.m. The music will run from 3-5 p.m., with a 15-minute intermission
Festival
UPCOMING EVENTS
their territory and way of life. “The Shelmeca Serpent” / Honduras (dir. Laura Bermúdez) — The second most important jungle in America hides an archaeological secret and mysterious of world importance for humanity and the mythology of an ancient indigenous population known today as Ciudad Blanca. Wildres Wood, a biologist and activist, takes us on a journey to the heart of this region in search of learning and protecting Honduras’ most important treasure for the world. “Usugilix Awakun” / USA (dir. Matt Mikkelsen, Palmer Morse) — A passionate Unangax scientist delves into the vital research concerning toxic shellfish — a staple Indigenous food for the Unanagan people — and her unwavering dedication to preserving her ancestral traditions, culture, and community health. As she investigates the complex interplay of climate change, toxins and traditional knowledge, Usugilix Awakun illuminates the profound connection between the Unangax people and their environment, showcasing their resilience and resourcefulness in the face of unprecedented challenges. World premiere.
Continued from B1
structure — maybe not in a literal sense, but in the placement of shapes and line. Somewhere between architectural plans and a kind of game board the piece begins to develop and take shape, all with a good dose of whimsy, “ said Nunes. “Throughout the process I so enjoy the journey of creating — of knowing when I finally arrive, but never fully certain of the route it took to get there.” Nunes is an award-winning, mixed media artist from California’s Bay Area. She’s also a workshop/demo leader, curator and art show juror who now lives in the Sacramento area. She has exhibited paintings, sculpture, permanent and temporary installations locally and in the Bay Area along with several large, commissioned pieces for restaurants and other commercial spaces. Her work is part of numerous private collections throughout California and the U.S. Additionally, Nunes is one of the original co-founders of Rancho Cordova Arts. Rhoades views his artwork in evolutionary terms. He follows the progression of his creativity to fulfill his artistic vision. This process begins with establishing a connection, or dialogue, with the painting. “I don’t do preliminary drawings or studies to determine the imagery; instead, I let the colors, patterns and shapes in the painting come through organically,” he explained. The concepts that emerge are sometimes linked to something he has observed in music, various cultures or through a connection with nature. Rhoades creates patterns and colors that help fill space with variations or surface tensions. Then, he works at balancing tensions in
colors, composition, shapes and patterns while making headway toward completion. His most recent work chronicles his reflection on human emotions, music, life and the confronting nature of art. Rhoades was the co-founder of Southside Art Center, a wellrespected program for artists with developmental disabilities in Sacramento. During this time, he also designed and supervised production for more than 20 site-specific art installation projects for private companies, corporations and state agencies in the greater Sacramento area. In the adjacent Community Art Gallery, art from the Children’s Art Classes at the Folsom Art Center is on display Feb. 8 through April 11. An opening reception for both exhibits is planned 6-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16. Entrance is free and open to the public with complimentary refreshments and live jazz music by Peter Morgan. The Gallery at 48 Natoma is located at 48 Natoma St. in Folsom. It is managed by the Folsom Parks and Recreation Department and displays art by regional and national professional artists, area museum collections and traveling exhibitions — offering high quality, original art exhibits to the community that otherwise may not be experienced in this area. The Gallery at 48 Natoma is open to the public 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Frida and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call (916) 461-6601 for current hours or to reserve a free tour appointment time. More information is available at folsom.ca.us.
Mystic Pizza FEBRUARY 28 - MARCH 3, 2024
Trailblazing Women of Country: A Tribute to Patsy, Loretta, and Dolly MARCH 8, 2024
Based on the beloved 1988 MGM romcom, Mystic Pizza is a new musical about three working-class girls who navigate the complexities of life, love, and family in a small-town pizza joint. The infectious score features megahits of the ‘80s and ‘90s, from “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” to “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now.”
Patsy, Loretta, and Dolly revolutionized country music and blazed a trail for future generations of female artists. Featuring soloists, Miko Marks, CMT’s 2022 “Next Woman of Country,” and Nashville based singer, Kristina Train, supported by a 5-member all-female band.
Preservation Hall Jazz Band
Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Group
MARCH 11, 2024
MARCH 14, 2024
Throughout its history, New Orleans has been the point at which sounds and cultures from around the world converge, mingle, and resurface. PHJB has held the torch of New Orleans music aloft for more than 60 years.
Singer, composer, actor, and multiGrammy-Award winner, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. The Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel, and blues.
TISRA: Zakir Hussain, Sabir Khan, and Debopriya Chatterjee
The Cher Show – A New Musical
APRIL 24, 2024
MAY 9-12, 2024
Tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain is proud to present TISRA (three) with two of India’s finest young musicians, Sabir Khan and Debopriya Chatterjee, showcasing the rich folk and classical traditions of the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Punjab.
35 smash hits, six decades of stardom, two rock-star husbands, a Grammy, an Oscar, an Emmy… The Cher Show is the Tony Award-winning musical of her story, and it’s packed with so much Cher that it takes three women to play her.
Tickets available online or call the box office: HarrisCenter.net (916) 608-6888