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Dylan Svoboda Staff writer County workers without union representation are receiving a pay raise. El Dorado County Supervisors approved the salary bumps to retain an experienced workforce and improve morale among county employees. The earnings increase will bring appointed and elected department head employees to 8 percent below the market

median and “We have pressures from other counties that have administrative economic growth and that ability to pay [employees] management and confidential more.” employees to 10 — Sue Novasel, El Dorado County District 5 supervisor percent below the market median. counties that have economic and making sure people Wage bumps are needed growth and that ability to pay have the tools, expectations to maintain and attract a [employees] more.” and accountability to move qualified workforce, Human Human Resources Director our culture in a different Resources Director Tamika Tamika Usher acknowledged direction.” Usher said. that improving work The compensation “We don’t have the environments throughout increases come following economic growth of the county level, as well as recommendations from the Sacramento and Placer improved pay, is a focus in county's chief administrative County,” said District 5 the effort to reverse the highofficer and director of Human Supervisor Sue Novasel turnover trend. Resources. at Tuesday's Board of “We’re looking for ways to El Dorado County Supervisors meeting. “We unpack, if you will, issues Employee Association have pressures from other that need to be addressed president Rebecca Klare

expressed frustration over the pay increases for largely management and department head positions, citing recent efforts to consider pay raises for other county employees. “Just this past year the county [chief administrative officer] was going throughout the different departments and basically telling staff that the county had no money for raises,” she said. “But apparently, as we’re all aware, that does not appear to be correct.” The Taxpayers Association of El Dorado County was indifferent to the increases n

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Love the lights on Main Street? n Sorry, down they go —

but cheer up, the horizon is looking bright Pat Lakey Staff writer

The bright and cheery lights that have zigzagged across Main Street in Placerville since they were strung up during the holidays are scheduled to come down, despite informal “polls” conducted by members of the City Council that determined a majority of locals wants them to stay up yearround. But wait “While we take — like a lightbulb these down ... coming to there will be a life above big hoo-hah ... their heads — there but that will give were plenty us a chance to of ideas coming from explore what the the council public (wants),” members for keeping — Mark Acuna, everyone Placerville city happy as councilman the panel recently discussed the future of the fancy frippery. More than one reason exists for taking the lights down, with some speculating they wouldn't reflect the specialness of Christmastime if they were up all year. And the strings of bulbs that caused so many smiles to light up toward the end of 2019 were not intended to last more than a season, according to one council member. It was explained that the type of bulbs used during the holiday season are not meant to be year-round and other ancillary equipment including cable and attachments is subject to rust and ruin. Councilman Mark Acuna, a former PG&E employee, said the strain of hanging year-round in Old Hangtown would be too much for the type of bulbs used to create the popular panorama, that they “weren’t designed to hold up” that long. A written note that was read

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Wednesday Club participants Oliver Pelayo-Garcia, Clinton Baker, Annabelle Lopez and Parker Feigles, from left, studiously plug away at their homework under the mentorship of volunteer Jerry Sizemore, center, after school at Discovery Hills Church in Shingle Springs Jan. 15.

Saved by the Wednesday Club Shingle Springs church opens doors beyond the bell different things that we do.” Feigles, Prichard and other Wednesday Club mentors head over to Buckeye at 2 p.m. to walk students over to the church. The club averages 100 students Thomas Frey per week — about 36 percent of Staff writer Buckeye students are enrolled. Wednesday Club kicks off in very Wednesday at the worship area where all are led Discovery Hills Church in song by a guitar-strumming in Shingle Springs lead Feigles. The kids then eat a snack pastor Christopher — Rice Krispies Treats — are a Feigles, Lauren Prichard and a club favorite. team of volunteers host a free after Feigles is big on discipline. His Holly St. Onge and Milana Vakulchik, from left, take school program for youngsters discipline system is set up to help their studies high-tech at Discovery Hills Church on preschool-aged through fifth grade an early-release Wednesday. kids who need it. If a teacher from Buckeye Elementary School has to warn a kid twice during and the surrounding area. Every Wednesday Buckeye has an classroom time, they are sent to Feigles, who has been at Discovery early release time of 2 p.m. either Feigles or Prichard. Feigles Hills since 2004, started the “It presents a challenge for parents said oftentimes, if a kid is having Wednesday Club with Prichard in who work if they have one day a week a problem, it is something that is 2008 to help kids with homework, where they have to get off earlier,” deeper than misbehavior. feed them a good meal, have fun and Feigles said. “We thought we could “Normally if it gets to that point, to teach them about the gospel of put our club on Wednesday and Jesus Christ. n See Wednesday Club, page 3 it gives us more time to do all the

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Louis Delbert Flieger April 28, 1956-Jan. 17, 2020

Louis Delbert Flieger was born April 28, 1956, in Vancouver, Wash., to Delbert and Evelyn Flieger and he died Jan. 17, 2020, in the Philippines with his fiancee, Epie, at his side. Lou grew up in Placerville and spent most of his life in the area. He graduated from El Dorado High School in 1974. He served in the Army after high school. He had many jobs throughout his life. He worked for CertainTeed in Cameron Park, he delivered mail in Rancho Murietta and Somerset. He loved horses and was able to work on a training farm for several years. He retired from Ampine in Martell. Lou was preceded in death by his dad, Delbert Flieger. He is survived by his mom, Evelyn Flieger; two brothers, Robert and Ralph Flieger; and three sisters, Nancy Wright, Wendy Thorne and Marcy Karlson. Louie was a wonderful son, brother, cousin, uncle and friend. He will be missed terribly; until we meet again.

Velma M. Adamy

April 27, 1937-Jan. 21, 2020

Velma Marie Adamy passed away peacefully on Jan. 21, 2020, at her home in Cameron Park. She was born in Quito, Tenn., April 27, 1937. Velma met the love of her life, Judson Adamy, at a USO dance and the two were married on Dec. 18, 1953. They traveled the country and world as a military family. They settled in Cameron Park after Jud’s retirement from the military. Velma is preceded in death by her husband Jud, son Judson and daughter Kathryn Broda. She is survived by her daughter June Adamy, of Fairfield; son Joseph Adamy, of Citrus Heights; daughter Della Rutz of Pollock Pines as well as three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Velma enjoyed life to the fullest with unending energy, having become a marksman on the shooting range, riding motorcycles, being a Girl Scout leader and an experienced traveler. Later she enjoyed her Southern cooking and spending time with her grandchildren. She will be laid to rest alongside Judson at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held at Green Valley Mortuary, Rescue, Calif., Saturday, Feb. 22, at 11 a.m.

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EDH break-in suspect sought A man who El Dorado County sheriff ’s detectives think may be involved in multiple burglaries was caught on surveillance video, forcing entry into an El Dorado Hills restaurant early Wednesday. Using a crow bar the suspect smashed a window adjacent to the front door of what Courtesy photo appears to be the Taqueria El A surveillance camera captured an image of the Dorado Mexican Grill, entered suspect as he used a crowbar to break a window the business and then pried and enter the El Dorado Hills business.

CRIME LOG The following is from Placerville Police Department logs:

stolen on Clay Street. 2:04 p.m. A 26-year-old man was arrested on Baco Drive for allegedly possessing illegal drug paraphernalia.

Jan. 23 1:32 p.m. A vehicle was stolen on Ray Lawyer Drive.

Jan. 24 9:20 a.m. A subject reported their money was stolen from their bank account at an ATM on Main Street. 7:27 p.m. A 45-year-old man was arrested on Ray Lawyer Drive on an outstanding warrant.

Jan. 25 9:30 p.m. A 31-year-old woman was arrested on Highway 50 near Placerville on an outstanding warrant.

Jan. 26 6:05 a.m. A 51-year-old man was arrested on Reservoir Street on suspicion of trespassing.

Jan. 27 9:29 a.m. A rear license plate was

9:11 p.m. A 24-year-old man was arrested on Main Street on an outstanding warrant.

Jan. 29 1:05 p.m. Vandalism was reported on Fairlane Court. 3:03 p.m. Vandalism was reported on Placerville Drive.

Feb. 1 4:36 p.m. A vehicle was stolen on Cold Springs Road. 7:02 a.m. A 30-year-old man was arrested on Texerna Court on an outstanding warrant. 11:21 p.m. A 41-year-old man was arrested on Main Street on suspicion of vehicle theft.

Feb. 2 3:24 a.m. Cameras were stolen from a business on Placerville Drive.

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9:03 a.m. A 30-year-old man was arrested on Placerville Drive on outstanding warrants.

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8:18 p.m. A 28-year-old man was arrested on Schnell School Road

7 a.m. A truck window was broken on Fairlane Court.

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Inflow 6.49 cfs Outflow 8 cfs Echo Lake, as of Feb. 6 Water elevation 0 feet Storage level 0 acre-feet Percent full 0% Inflow 5.80 cfs Outflow 5.80 cfs

Ice House, as of Feb. 4 Water elevation 5,413.5 feet Storage level 22,260 acre-feet Percent full 51% Inflow 20 cfs Outflow 26 cfs

Caples Lake, as of Feb. 6 Water elevation 41.95 feet Storage level 11,266 acre-feet Percent full 50% Inflow 4.14 cfs Outflow 23.30 cfs

Union Valley, as of Feb. 4 Water elevation 4,819.5 feet Storage level 145,320 acre-feet Percent full 55% Inflow 260 cfs Outflow 0 cfs

Silver Lake, as of Feb. 6 Water elevation 1.94 feet Storage level 503 acre-feet Percent full 6% Inflow 1.74 cfs Outflow 7.67 cfs

Stumpy Meadows, as of Feb. 5 Water elevation 4,262.11 feet Storage level 20,000 acre-feet Perent full 100% Inflow 23.40 cfs Outflow 4.47 cfs

Sly Park, as of Feb. 6 Water elevation 108.82 feet Storage level 33,549 acre-feet Percent full 81.8% Inflow 18.9 cfs Outflow 19.2

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After a long battle with diabetes, Mike took his last breath and left this world on Jan. 27, 2020. He is survived by his wife Laura; his children, Darren, Justin, and his wife Deneva, Kristen and her husband Jason, and his “adopted" son Phillip; his grandchildren; Andrew, Doria, Kenji and Alex; brother David; brother Brian, his wife Tanya and their children, Patricia and Meghan; and his cat Merlin. Mike loved games and taught his children the value of sportsmanship. He enjoyed going to the casino, sci-fi movies and cuddling his cat. He was happiest bragging about how proud he was of his children. Mike will be missed, but not forgotten. Private family services will be held.

open a locked door inside the restaurant before leaving the scene. Investigators are asking for the public’s help in identifying the man. In the video the suspect appears to be lighter complected and wearing a hoodie. Detectives suspect the man may be driving a sedan, according to a Thursday news release from the El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Office. Anyone with information is asked to call Det. Troy Morton at (530) 642-4722.

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it’s not as simple as they are acting up,” Feigles said. “We are able to talk to them and find out what is going on.” After Feigles led the Wednesday Club in another song, the youngsters were broken off by grade level for study time. Each group is assigned volunteers who help the budding scholars with their homework. While most volunteers are adults, there are about 10 middle-schoolaged volunteers who just a few years ago were in the program themselves. Sometimes they are able to help more than the adults. “Oftentimes they are better with the common core stuff,” Feigles said. Once the youngsters finish up their homework, they move on to other activities like making crafts, playground time, playing sports or — learning something from Jerry. “We call it Jerry’s Game,” Feigles said. “He is really into building stuff.

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He is a retired contractor so he brings these little games.” Jerry Sizemore has rubber band guns, bottle rockets, a magnetic dartboard and much more. After about 50 minutes of activities, everyone comes together for three more songs before the kids once again are divided up for a 30-minute bible lesson. By the time bible study is over it's 5:20 p.m. and time to eat. The little ones head into the big room where a meal prepared by Jon Gudnason awaits. He cooks homestyle meals that are eaten in a family setting. “A lot of kids don’t necessarily sit around at a dinner table with adults who then ask them how their day was," Feigles said. "Studies show that the biggest thing you can do to improve a kid's educational outcome is if one adult asks even one time a week how school is going.”

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as they were in line with the county’s compensation philosophy, but the group cautioned that there could be problems during an economic downturn. “... We must observe that the compensation package in many cases will appear excessive to taxpayers who do not enjoy such extensive benefits, and they will weaken the county’s fiscal position going forward,” president Andy Nevis wrote in a statement. “The county will face difficult decisions regarding salaries and benefits as the current pace of growth is unsustainable.” Chief Administrative Officer Don Ashton said the raises are about balancing maintaining a strong county workforce and future fiscal constraints. “I cannot sit here and say that if we do this, it’s not going to make the budget situation more difficult because it likely will,” Ashton said. “But it’s also a difficult decision to not compensate your employees where they need to be to retain them.” During the meeting, some suggested that the changes could lead to subordinates making more in total compensation than their department heads. El Dorado County Treasurer-Tax Collector Karen Coleman said that’s unfair to those that bear the brunt of the job. “My assistant treasurer tax collector ... will make four cents an hour less than me but because of her CALPERS contribution, she will make more than me,” she said. “... In my position, I have personal responsibility. I can be sued, my assistant cannot. I have the responsibility to oversee the department for this

whole county. “... I make good money and I do not think there’s an issue with the money that I make. But I think that any department head should have something … that brings them up over their assistant.” District 1 Supervisor John Hidahl was on the same page with Coleman. He claimed that the county’s longevity pay program is to blame, a problem that likely only retirements will fix. “It isn’t right for someone who has the responsibility to be making less money in compensation

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The pardon power, for good or ill

he power of presidents and governors to overrule judges and juries by pardoning convicted felons or commuting their sentences is a vestige of ancient monarchial authority. As one history of the pardon power puts it: Dan Walters “The prerogative of mercy made its debut on the statutory rolls of the Anglo-Saxon monarchs during the reign of King Ine of Wessex (668-725 A.D.). Section 6 of the Laws provided: ‘If any one fight in the king’s house, let him be liable in all his property and be it in the king’s doom whether he shall or shall not have life.’” Federal and state constitutions enshrined the power of elected executives to have the last say in criminal cases and many a movie has depicted a murderer awaiting execution and hoping for a lastminute phone call from the governor. Most pardons are granted only after felons have demonstrated, usually after serving much or all of their sentences, that they have become good citizens and deserved to have their offenses erased. Occasionally, however, pardons become tinged with political or other motives, such as then-President Gerald Ford’s 1974 “full and unconditional pardon” of his disgraced predecessor, Richard Nixon, “for any crimes that he might have committed against the United States as president,” thus blocking any criminal prosecution. Another that raised eyebrows was President Bill Clinton’s pardon, on his last day in office in 2001, of Marc Rich, who had been indicted for financial swindles and income tax evasion and fled to Switzerland to avoid trial. Clinton’s critics alleged, rightfully, that Rich’s pardon was tainted because his wife, Denise, had contributed heavily to the Democratic Party, Hillary Clinton’s U.S. Senate campaign and the Clinton Library. Two years ago President Donald Trump pardoned Scooter Libby, a high-ranking official in the George W. Bush-Dick Cheney administration and who had been convicted of obstruction of justice and perjury in the FBI’s investigation into the leak of CIA operative Valerie Plame Wilson’s identification. Bush had earlier commuted a portion of Libby’s sentence. The most sensational criminal foregiveness in California was issued by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger just before he left office in 2011. He shortened the 16-year sentence given to Estaban Núñez, son of former Assembly Speaker Fabian Núñez, for the senseless stabbing death of Luis Santos in 2008. Schwarzenegger described it as a favor to a friend and political ally but it drew muchdeserved criticism, not only for the act itself but because Santos’ parents weren’t informed by the Governor’s Office. Schwarzenegger’s successors, Jerry Brown and Gavin Newsom, have exercised their pardon n

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Letters to the Editor Stealing is a big deal

Wendy Thomas for supervisor

EDITOR: egarding Richard Smith’s letter to the editor titled “Big deal out of nothing” published Feb. 3. In the ’20s and ’30s my dear, departed mother was a sixth-grade school teacher. In her profession she taught the 3 R’s as well as other subjects. Also she, as well as others in her line of work, was required to grade “deportment” on report cards. Deportment described students’ demeanor, conduct and behavior. While a good deal of what made up deportment was taught at home some of it came from those who ran the schools. My mother taught her students that to take anything that did not belong to them was bad behavior and would be reflected in the deportment grade. I didn’t know a single parent who didn’t look at their child’s report card and pay attention to the deportment grade. It was important that their children’s behavior be such that it did not reflect badly on the family — pride, I think it was called. If that grade was an “F” you can bet they would be on the phone or at the school finding out why. If the answer was because their child had knowingly stolen Susie’s pencil, things would not go well for that student at home. If Mother had not taught you this lesson at school, on Sunday you got another chance to learn it. You put on your little, starched white shirt and went to Sunday School. There they had these 10 rules they taught and No. 8 said, “Thou shalt not steal.” It did not say, “You can steal sometimes, depending on what you are stealing or it’s OK to steal if it is something that belongs to your political opponent or you can steal if you don’t think you will get caught.” That would be like your 15-year-old daughter saying, “I’m a little bit pregnant.” Ray Nutting obviously did not have my mother as his teacher (or my father for that matter) or did not go to the same Sunday School I did because he did not learn this basic lesson. I, for one, do not want a thief and liar as my government representative. It is an insult to me to even put his name on the ballot. As we all sit around and wring our hands about the state of our society today anyone like Richard Smith who is teaching that stealing is OK in any fashion needs to look in the mirror and ask himself if he is part of the problem or part of the solution. TRAVIS KEAHY Cameron Park

EDITOR: support Wendy Thomas for supervisor in District 3. As a fifth-generation resident of El Dorado County, Wendy has a deep commitment and love for the rural environment, economic stability and people of our county. As Placerville City Council member for eight years, being mayor for two of those years, Wendy worked tirelessly for better communication between the city and county. She helped secure funding of $40 million over 20 years to fix Placerville’s roads and pipes. Wendy is approachable, knowledgeable and dedicated to our county. Help me elect Wendy Thomas on March 3. JANE MEUSER Placerville

Ken Pimlott a great choice for District 2 supervisor EDITOR:

ithout exaggeration, no other candidate running for District 2 supervisor possesses the experience and qualifications of Ken Pimlott. Check him out. Google his name. Ken would be a tremendous asset to District 2 and El Dorado County. Chief Pimlott achieved his appointment and confirmation as the director of Cal Fire through hard work, both as a registered professional forester and firefighter. Unlike many governmental appointments, Ken worked his way through the ranks of Cal Fire. As director of one of the largest fire/emergency response and resource management agencies in the country he was responsible for the administration of a $2 billion budget and over 8,000 employees. Ken demonstrated both fiscal and personnel accountability to the Governor’s Office, as well as state control agencies including the Department of Finance and Department of Human Resources. When necessary he understood how to make difficult decisions and enforce departmental policy to ensure the highest level of professionalism and delivery of service to California residents. The keys to Ken’s successful career stem from his leadership abilities and willingness to work together with stakeholders to maximize efficiencies and develop solutions to various issues to get things n

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one year before filing a n the 21 years refund action, not the of writing The entire corpus existing at Balancing Act the time of the deadline and 850 or more … Having breached its columns I have made it statutory duty to justify a policy to not respond its fees, the ongoing to letter writers. But collection was subject to about a month ago a refund until the county letter appeared in the remedied its breach.” Mountain Democrat In other words, all asking the question: money collected by El Who is responsible for Larry Weitzman Dorado County under the pending financial the eight or so MFA losses facing the county districts sued and in breach of the and the $30 million refund to county law (Dec. 1, 2014 to about June 2016 property owners for its failure to for the El Dorado Hills Community comply with the Mitigation Fee Act? Services District and to December The letter writer correctly identified the litigation as Austin v. El Dorado 2016 for the balance of the districts) County and probably knows of the will have to be refunded to property recent Court of Appeals decision owners of record within those rendered, published and now final, districts. And as the letter writer says, it will amount to $30 million. making it the law of California and Actually, with interest at the legal rate directing the Superior Court here in it will exceed $35 million and it grows El Dorado County on how to assess by $5,200 a day. damages. Where does responsibility lie? Who Here is the exact court language: in county government was advised as “If not made within one year of the to this huge liability before it matured deadline for findings, the plaintiff by the filing of the actual lawsuit? has only a limited remedy for the If the special districts and county subsequent payments made within 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.

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would have filed the proper nexus studies prior to the initiation of litigation, there would have been no problem. Alas, they didn’t, even though they were warned of this liability initially two years and eight months before the litigation commenced. The county was cooked once the lawsuit was filed. Here is the timeline of what actually transpired: El Dorado County AuditorController Joe Harn on March 12, 2013, sent an email to the county’s chief administrative officer, county counsel and each county supervisor, stating the county was in violation of the MFA. Nexus studies were required and the county should stop collecting impact fees for the affected districts until they came into compliance with the act. That is important because the court ordered that those fees collected illegally must be refunded. Instead of heeding the auditor’s warning, the CAO went on a campaign and tried to get rid of the auditor. After the March 2013 email the auditor made several written attempts to warn the county to no avail. Two

Balancing Acts columns (March and September 2015) and a Mountain Democrat editorial (November 2015) printed prior to the litigation being filed also warned that the county was in violation of the law. It’s not like county officials didn’t know. But here is the current and pertinent rub of responsibility. The county supervisors, including then District 4 supervisor Ron Briggs and then District 2 supervisor Ray Nutting, received these notifications of noncompliance and could have done something about it. Why is this of critical importance? Both Briggs and Nutting (aka “the bumbling woodsman” and the “porch pirate politician”) are running again for seats on Board of Supervisors — Briggs now in District 1 and Nutting again in District 2. Both men had a part in the county’s noncompliance with the MFA law and did absolutely nothing. That alone should disqualify them from holding any county office or position. It was an absolute dereliction of duty and

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The lights that were strung across Main Street in downtown Placerville in preparation for the annual Festival of Lights holiday kick-off celebration were still up Feb. 5 but will be coming down despite popularity with locals. the lights strung across Main Street are white, they would be suitable to remain all year. “If they were colored lights, I’d say take them down,” said Danz, who added that she remembers when the town “had so much more decoration” during the holidays. Mayor Michael Sargosa said he, too, had spoken with many folks on Main Street and that the overwhelming majority favors keeping the lights hanging. “They say it gives a different character and feel to Main Street, more vibrancy, more of a nightlife.” It wasn't simple to work the magic that resulted in the lights crisscrossing Main Street — and it wasn't cheap, either. Councilman Dennis Thomas, one of those instrumental in presenting this season's Festival of Lights, said the bulbs, equipment and installation cost $5,000. "It cost $11,000 to

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people might get on board for jazzing up the town again, just as in the past. "While we take these down ... there will be a big hoo-hah ... but that will give us a chance to explore what the public (wants)," said Acuna, who recalled a time when most of the rooftop frontages on downtown businesses were outlined in shining lights. "That looked great," he said. "This might be the impetus ... to find more permanent lighting downtown." On a motion by Councilman Thomas, it was unanimously decided to let the lights shine (after they are removed this year) from September to sometime in late February, giving a glow to the holidays and pushing back the dark of wintertime. The vote was 4-0, with Taylor absent. City Manager Morris said no exact date for removing the lights had been pinpointed, but it should be soon.

he was found guilty of violating state law. Because of this conviction a judge removed him from his supervisor position. Nutting lost every appeal and his malicious prosecution lawsuit. Both Briggs and Nutting failed their constituents and then had the audacity to sue their constituents. And these guys want to be county supervisors again? Look up the word chutzpah. Larry Weitzman is a resident of Placerville.

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done. Ken has ongoing working relationships with local, state and federal elected officials, members of various boards and councils, along with members of the private sector who will give him the instant ability to advocate for the benefit of District 2 and El Dorado County. For example, as the Cal Fire director he helped solidify the approval for funding the Fire Adapted 50 project to improve wildland fire protection for the Highway 50 corridor through the collaborative efforts of various organizations. Furthermore, Ken can utilize his connections with other rural counties’ board members to sustain further collaboration to develop best practice solutions while addressing many common issues facing our county including county planning,

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do the tree," he added, referring to the big beauty at the corner of Main and Bedford Avenue that graces the town with its glow each holiday season. For decades, the cost of decorating the tree was borne by Western Sign Company that sent volunteer employees to accomplish the task. But owners Dave and Cindy Brazelton retired last year and suddenly the magnitude of their generosity, what they had done for the community for so long, was shockingly apparent. City staff and volunteers accomplished the huge undertaking for 2019 and assurances have been made that the celebration for 2020 will keep building steam and not disappoint. City Manager Cleve Morris assured the council that volunteers have stepped up to help take down the lights, at no cost to the city, and the panel theorized that once the public sees the strings being unstrung,

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violation of voter trust on their parts and yet they have the audacity to run for office again. How can they be trusted? In addition to their dereliction of duty, both Briggs and Nutting sued the county after they left office. Briggs alleged he was owed back pay (a court decided against Briggs in that the law didn’t allow back pay based on facts as presented). Nutting sued the county for malicious prosecution even though

growth, revenue, infrastructure and wildfire preparedness. Ken is the right person at the right time to represent El Dorado County’s District 2. RICHARD GREEN Cameron Park

the towering figures in the cause of justice and freedom, both as a black man and as a gay man,” Assemblywoman Shirley Weber, a San Diego Democrat, said. “A pardon … would ensure his legacy and his place in history is unsullied by this event.” Yes, it would, and it might also restore luster to the governor’s pardon power that Schwarzenegger tarnished by his illadvised favor to a friend. Dan Walters is a journalist and author who writes for CALmatters.org, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media venture explaining California policies and politics.

El DORADO COUNTY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Dedicated to all aspects of ham radio. Meetings held on the fourth Thursday of each month at Federated Church, 1031 Thompson Way, Placerville, 7:15 pm. Visitors and non-hams welcome. Info at www.edcarc.net CANTARE CHORALE of the Sierra Foothills performs all styles of choral music and is always looking for talented new members. For information, audition, or to schedule an event see www. cantarechorale.com, call (530) 677-8463. or (530) 676-4432. PLAY CRIBBAGE! **All skill levels** Learn to play by ACC Rules. **Beginner instruction available.** Compete in Weekly Tournaments. Gold Country Cribbers play Wednesdays at 6:00 pm. Call 916-768-4452 for more info! DEMOCRATS – Come meet with the United Democrats of El Dorado County at Denny’s in Placerville, at noon, on the 4th Thursday of the month. Call (530)391-6414 or see edcdems.org for more information. EDC MINERAL & GEM SOCIETY meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday, 7:00 PM, at the American Legion Hall, 4561 Greenstone Rd. Meetings include a presentation and refreshments. Visitors are welcome. We also share interests in earth sciences and lapidary & jewelry arts through field trips, workshops, educational outreach and events. Visit www.eldoradorocks.org. FLEET RESERVE ASSOC, BR 275, Active Duty or Retired Veterans, USN, USMC, Coast Guard. Regular meeting on 4th Wednesday each month, social 5:30 pm, dinner 6:00 pm, and meeting 7:00 pm. Veterans Memorial Building 130 Placerville Drive, contact Larry (530) 677-3925 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. Women of every level welcome! Come play for fun & exercise! $30 annual membership includes monthly lessons. Weds 9-11 am. El Dorado High School courts, Acacia St., Placerville. Includes monthly social activities. (925) 250-4656.

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powers sparingly — their most noteworthy cases being those of foreign-born felons who faced deportation and had, the governors said, demonstrated worthiness. Newsom has an opportunity to write a new chapter in the history of pardons. He’s been asked by the Legislature’s LGBTQ and black caucuses to posthumously pardon prominent civil rights leader Bayard Rustin, who spent 50 days in a Los Angeles jail in 1953 for having gay sex. Rustin, who was a close associate of Martin Luther King Jr., died in 1987. “He deserves to be remembered as one of

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into the record from Councilwoman Kara Taylor, who did not attend the meeting but wished to have her thoughts shared regarding the lights, got the conversation going. “The lights would lose some of their shine if they stayed up,” wrote Taylor, who then suggested they could be taken down Memorial Day and go back up Labor Day. That prospect inspired other council members to suggest other options, with many recalling days past when the city really went to town on decorating for the holidays. “This is the closest we have looked in decades,” said Acuna, after praising the job done by city staff and volunteers in accomplishing the celebration enjoyed during this past Festival of Lights. Acuna also described other of his memories of Placerville Christmases past, saying, “Sutter Creek (in Amador County) is the only one that does something similar” to what the councilman was referring. Acuna said he thinks the public restrooms near the Old City Hall, and that building too, “should be decorated again — a 20 foot wreath would look great” along with a Santa’s sleigh atop the bathrooms, he said. Downtown business owner and Councilman Dennis Thomas said he quizzed some 20 people about their feelings regarding whether the lights should remain suspended over the downtown, now that the holidays are over. Of the 20, said Thomas, “19 said leave them up.” Local resident Tammy Danz, who attended the meeting, said because

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PROSPECTING IN THE

KNOW MONDAY, FEB. 10 El Dorado County Republican Central Committee meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Monday of each month at Park Community Church, 3901 Wild Chaparral Drive in Shingle Springs. Marshall Hospital Auxiliary is looking for individuals to join its volunteers. Interviews will be held Feb. 19. Many different positions are available while doing rewarding community work. Call (530) 626-2643 or (530) 620-2240, leave your name, phone number and email.

TUESDAY, FEB. 11 The Widows Club meets at 9 a.m. every Tuesday morning at the Golden Waffle Café, 1449 Broadway in Placerville. The club is created to give support and friendship to help people through the grieving process. For more information call Don at (530) 363-7476 or Nancy at (530) 622-8276.

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Oak Ridge High School won the 2020 El Dorado County Academic Decathlon with a score of 34,881.90. The team will represent the county at the state competition at the end of March.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 12 UCCE Master Food Preservers of El Dorado County is having a Citrus: From Tree to Table, combo class from 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Feb. 12 at the Cameron Park Community Center, 2502 Country Club Drive in Cameron Park. Learn some ways to preserve citrus by making marmalades, candied peel and flavored salts during this free class. For more information contact (530) 621-5506, edcmfp@ucanr. edu or http://ucanr.edu/ edmfp. The Widows Club meets at 9 a.m. every Wednesday morning at Beef ‘N’ Brew, 4232 Fowler Lane in Diamond Springs, and Denny’s, 3446 Coach Lane in Cameron Park. For more information call Don at (530) 363-7476 or Nancy at (530) 622-8276. Want to feel good and experience personal growth? If you are 55 years and up, Senior Peer Counseling of El Dorado County offers an opportunity for volunteers to become peer counselors and join the team. Call (530) 621-6304 for more information. Applications are being accepted now. Training begins in March. The El Dorado Community Concert Association is presenting Stephanie Trick and Paolo Alderighi — piano — on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. at Theatre at the Mine at Union Mine High School, 6530 Koki Lane in El Dorado. Pioneers in the use of four-hands jazz piano playing classics from the stride piano ragtime, boogie-woogie repertoires and swing era. For more information call (530) 556-9498. The Random Strangers hosts the singer/ songwriter open mic, 7:30-10:30 p.m. at Powell’s Steamer Co., 425 Main St. in Placerville. For more information call (530) 626-1091. Placerville Public House, 414 Main St. in Placerville, hosts Karaoke with One Leg Chuck every Wednesday night, 8-11 p.m. Sing a song or simply sing along. For more n

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Ponderosa High School Academic Decathlon team members, left to right, Aiko Rodriguez Meador, Lillian Ross and Cory Rodriguez Meador prep for the essay and interviews during the competition. Democrat photo by Kevin Christensen

Teams from El Dorado, Ponderosa and Oak Ridge high schools answer questions during the Super Quiz portion of the Academic Decathlon held at Union Mine High School.

Oak Ridge decathletes out score opponents

Mimi Escabar Special Publications editor

he Academic Decathlon team from Oak Ridge High School held off a strong challenge from Ponderosa High School to capture the 2020 El Dorado County Academic Decathlon title. It is a four-peat for the Trojans from El Dorado Hills scoring 34,881.90 points to earn a spot in the state competition set for March 27 and 28 in Sacramento. Ponderosa earned 34,722.10 coming in second. Third place went to El Dorado High School with 29,186.80 and fourth place to Union Mine High School with 28,997.80. A team from Ghidotti Early College High School from Nevada County also took part in the El Dorado County Decathlon held at Union Mine. Its scores were kept separate since Nevada County does not host a regional competition. The theme for the 2020 Academic Decathlon was “In Sickness and in Health —An Exploration of Illness and Wellness” and all of the United States decathletes studied the same material for tests in the areas of art, economics, essay, interview, language/literature, math, music, science, speech and Super Quiz. The Super Quiz was the final challenge for the students. Mountain Democrat Publisher Richard Esposito directed questions to

the teams in a quiz show format. This test of knowledge was enjoyed by a crowd at the Union Mine Theatre at the Mine. Ponderosa and Union Mine tied for first with 2,800 points each. Oak Ridge was third with 2,380 points and El Dorado was fourth with 1,680 points.

The teams Each school fields a starting brain trust of 12 students with three A students, three B students and three C students. Alternates fill out the team roasters. The El Dorado Cougar team: honors students — Daily Applegarth, Tiffany Brewster and Tera Nicita; scholastic students — Devin Alcazar, Hudson Mathews and Mackenzie Warneke; and varsity students — Lauren Holdgrafer, John Putt and Richard Rowe. David Conrad was the coach. The Oak Ridge Trojan team: honors students — Harleen Bal, Serena Hassian and Savannah Van De Water; scholastic students — Melissa Gomes, Zoe Hendricks and Rohit Ponnada; varsity students — Mitchell Foster, Melissa Kinghorn and Dihan Lin; and alternates — Alex Gao, Joey Hildebrandt, Adam Hurst, Aleena Rafiq, Varuna Singh, Ashley Sedgwick, William Smith, Tim Studebaker, Collin Tai, Justine Aranda, Zini Chakraborty, Sam Chandra, Wade

Cheng, Summer Dixon, Kaia Ek, Kelly Farley, Bethany Glass, Collin Kinghorn, Madeline L’Engle, Souradeep Mazumder, Ava Miller, Daela Montgomery, Kalea Porter, Salma Qureshi, Abby Soroka, Anna Tuller, Max Wagner, Elise Wu and Valeria Xu. Jeff Hassian was the coach. The Ponderosa Bruin team: honors — Nathan Fichtner, Zachary Hilliker and Aaris Wood; scholastic — Audrey (Marie) Fresquez, Melody Gonzalez and Alyssa Seeley; varsity — Cory Rodriguez Meador and Aiko Rodriguez Meador; and alternates — Amelia Warzecha, Lillian Ross, Simone Caruthers, Tyler Davidson, Karan Derebail, Victoria Dougherty, Skylar Downey, George Kucera, Hailey Nye, Jake Spero, Alissa Thuesen, Nathan West and Avery Tufts. Joseph Beatty was the coach. Union Mine Diamondbacks team: honors — Mikayla Klinkenborg, Ryleigh Praker and Jessica Sime; scholastic — Kyla Denault, Justin Nida and Nole Stites; varsity — Nicholas Buchholz and Emily Martinez; and alternates — Angelina Starks and Zach Carr. Alyssa Timmsen was the coach. Ghidotti Early College Phoenix team: honors — Vincent Dequiroz, Nan Holmer and Hannah West; scholastic — Miriam Allen, Owen Neylon and Emma Neylon; and varsity — Nathan

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Hudson Matthew, El Dorado High School senior, takes part in the interview segment, one of the 10 challenges of the Academic Decathlon.

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Harleen Bal from Oak Ridge High School delivers her gold medal speech during the awards presentation. Fajen, Lukas Klienhans and David Price. Tom Kirwan was the coach. Decathletes won gold, silver and bronze medals in every subject area presented by El Dorado County Sheriff John D’Agostini and the Honorable Judge Dylan Sullivan.

The winners SOCIAL SCIENCE Honors: Aaris Wood, Ponderosa, gold; Nathan Fichtner, Ponderosa, silver; Ryleigh Praker,

Union Mine, bronze Scholastic: Nole Stites, Union Mine, gold; Melody Gonzalez, Ponderosa, silver; Kyla Denault, Union Mine, bronze Varsity: Aiko Rodriguez Meador, Ponderosa, gold; Cory Rodriguez Meador, Ponderosa, silver; Richard Rowe, bronze SCIENCE Honors: Aaris Wood, Ponderosa, gold; Nathan n

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horoscope by Holiday Mathis n today ARIES (March 21-April 19). Your life, which you feel should be familiar to you by now, tears off from the form, sprinting, darting, circling back to offer you a choice: Either get back in step or see it so vividly that you couldn’t possibly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Opinions change all the time in an environment in which there’s not a lot of ego, identity or punishment wrapped up in the consequences of change. Relatedly, it will be easier to influence people one on one.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). There’s nothing more powerful than loving a person who is not behaving in a way you’d prefer. The true test of a relationship and of individual character is the ability to set aside selfish interests to do the right thing in the moment.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). While you prefer the meaning of things to be straightforward, as it makes your decisions easier, there is opportunity in ambiguity, which requires more concentration and more heart, and brings commensurate reward.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You decide what to focus on, and this choice takes care of hundreds of other choices. Magic happens when you center yourself on the people, activities and environments that are most aligned with what you want.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The day’s gifts will need to be unwrapped. (Many will walk past, leaving them on the table. Incuriousness is a shame.) Excellent questions are like deft fingers peeling away at what’s covering a surprise.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). If you judged it wrong, don’t worry. There really is no better way to get better at life. Clear thinking is a product of judging things wrong time and again, realizing the error and trying to assess it another way.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Nothing triggers obsessive thoughts quite as effectively as unrequited feelings. The extension of energy left unmet is like an open drain into which feelings can flow, endlessly wasting.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Most people fear loss more than they desire gain, and this is why they play it safe. Having very little to lose is an excellent position and the one that produces the most exciting risk-taking.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). This relationship has dynamics, some parts that feel so much better to you than others. It may help you to realize the pattern and recognize it as a larger set of emotions that will be cycled through.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You remember what happened when emotions ran high, because intense emotions are like super glue for the pictures we add to the scrapbook of the mind. It’s really hard to remember things you don’t care about.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You walk your talk and are really good at knowing who else out there can be trusted. The tricky part is the gray area of new territory. People are experimenting. It could go either way. The question is: Can you afford the risk?

Essay prompt: Literature essay prompt: In the novel “Frankenstein” Victor Frankenstein and Henry Clerval are contrasting personalities in many ways. Explore the differences in their characters and comment on what we can tell about how the book regards the two kinds of approach to life. Throughout the extensive course of human history, mankind has striven to rectify the deficiencies within the human condition. Whether driven by a desire to improve society or delusions of grandeur, many people have come to dedicate themselves to their own singular vision. It is this same approach to life that Victor Frankenstein pursues in Mary Shelley’s seminal work, “Frankenstein.” At the beginning of the novel, the character of Victor becomes obsessed with the secrets of inducing life within the human species. These aspirations eventually lead the scientist to invest himself in the construction of a new species of creature that may be perceived to be perfect. And while Victor’s ambitions eventually prove successful with the creation of a humanoid being, Shelley comes to contrast the way in which Victor goes about achieving his goals and the way in which his close friend Henry Clerval does as well. Therefore, over the course of the story, Mary Shelley proceeds to contrast both Victor Frankeinstein and Clerval in terms of their personality traits and the ways in which they approach their lives. One way that Mary Shelley comes to define the difference between Victor Frankenstein and Henry Clerval is through their personalities. Raised to a wealthy family in Geneva, Switzerland, Victor Frankenstein is raised with a passion for procuring knowledge in all of its forms. However, due to constant pressure from his father, Victor decides to abandon philosophy in exchange with the sciences. Initially, upon arriving at the university at Ingolstadt, Victor remains content with studying the great scientific discoveries of the age. But after learning about the secret of bringing about life into inanimate beings, Victor becomes engrossed with his mission of construction. Over a two-year period, Victor proceeds to neglect his familial responsibilities and dedicate all of his time to the project, even at the expense of his mental health. This example from Victor’s life goes to show the

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Aaris Wood reads his gold medal winning essay during the awards ceremony at the Academic Decathlon. He was also the top dacathlete for El Dorado County. scientist’s obsessive personality and his unwillingness to yield to outside forces. Meanwhile, Henry Clerval, a childhood friend, comes to represent a very different personality type. Described as both an agreeable and caring person, Clerval is loved by both Victor and the Frankenstein family for his understanding nature. After traveling to visit Victor in Ingolstadt and seeing the deteriorated state of his friend, Clerval offers to take Victor away from his extensive studies and partake in the simple pleasures of the liberal arts. It is within this interaction between the characters of Victor and Clerval that the audience gains an understanding of how different these individuals are, with one focused on their personal, illogical infatuations while the other remains willing to listen to the plights of others. It is through this relationship that the novel succeeds in conveying the irresponsibility associated with obsessing over one’s immediate obligations. Another way in which Mary Shelley comes to contrast Victor Frankenstein and Henry Clerval is through their respective approaches to life. Victor, upon arriving at Ingolstadt, proceeds to pursue his desires in unhealthy ways. Fully dedicated to his personal vision, Victor begins an exhaustive research that, while eventually successful, proves to be disappointing. In contrast, Henry Clerval, although passionate for knowledge, does not come to be motivated in the same way that Victor does. Instead, Clerval concerns himself with liberal arts and pursues less rigorous means of attaining his academic goals, such as through discussions of philosophy with colleagues and

exercising in nature. This demonstrates the stark difference between Victor and Clerval in regards to how they pursue their work. Eventually, Victor Frankenstein and Henry Clerval both decide to travel Europe before Victor is forced to settle down. While Victor’s primary motivation for going on the trip is to fulfill obligations to his creation, Clerval is motivated by a desire to see the world and partake in the scholasticism present in different places. By the end of their journey, Victor insists on isolating himself once again to pursue his work. In response, Clerval decides to carry on their expedition without him, still eager to enjoy the sublime through nature and people. This final split shows that the character of Victor continues to put profession before individual needs while Clerval insists on enjoying his life. With this interaction the novel points to personal fulfillment to take precedence over immediate obligations, whatever they may be. Thus, by contrasting both the personalities and their approaches to life, Mary Shelley is able to define the differences between the characters of Victor Frankenstein and Henry Clerval. And while originally composed in 1818, the message that the novel “Frankenstein” tells regarding the harmful repercussions of obsession continues to pertain in the present. By demonstrating the difference between an unyielding and gratifying personality, Shelley comments on the fact that, no matter how hard we try, we are still human. Society is composed of human beings with desires and limits that must not be passed. From this, one may be able to procure a life more conducive for the preservation of one’s humanity.

Scholarship applications now open News release

lacerville Women’s Club is offering four $1,500 scholarships to female students graduating from El Dorado County high schools and one $1,000 scholarship to a female adult who is looking to enroll in a continuing education program. These scholarships can be used for vocational training or

academic education. Recipients are selected based on their academic achievements, community involvement, extracurricular activities and their educational and career goals. For more information or to receive an application form call or text Connie at (530) 409-9910. All applications must be received by Monday, March 2.

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2020 is New Morning Youth & Family Services 50th year anniversary. Throughout the year there will be 50 years’ worth of stories about the New Morning Shelter. Readers will see stories from staff and board of directors as well as stories about the children who the agency has served through the eyes of the staff and some stories directly from the clients.

Story 5: Getting back on track Cherie is a 17 year old who was removed from her mother’s care several years ago. After she was removed from her home Cherie lived with her grandmother, who was given legal guardianship. However, due to her grandmother’s illnesses and frailty Cherie was moved back in with her mother. Unfortunately Cherie’s mother has learned little about positive parenting in the interim years and Cherie suffered from physical beatings and severe neglect. Cherie discontinued

attending school and began to demonstrate poor decision making in her behaviors. A friend of hers recommended New Morning’s Shelter and Cherie came to the shelter asking for help. As stated Cherie had not been at school for months and also had not seen a physician or dentist in years. Cherie began seeing a New Morning therapist to respond to her emotional condition and to help her develop more positive behavior patterns. New Morning’s case manager also began working with Cherie and got her reenrolled in high school, arranged for transportation to attend school and helped secure tutoring to help Cherie catch up to her grade level, helped Cherie secure Medi-Cal and secured physician and dental care (Cherie had several cavities that had been untreated). In the course of its investigation into this case Child Protective Services uncovered other issues relating to Cherie’s mother

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foothill dining Wine cocktails As the day dedicated to wooing a Valentine’s Day celebration should be anything but boring. Spice up the extra special date night with these wine-based cocktails from Cooper and Thief Cellarmasters, a spirits barrelaged wine company from California, and Elliott Clark, the promixologist behind @ apartment_bartender. Inspired by Cooper and Thief ’s bourbon barrel-aged Red Blend, Elliott set out to create cocktails that captured the warm, velvety flavors of the wine. The result? Two uniquely delicious drinks, ideal for sipping with a significant other. Perfect for heating up Valentine’s Day, the Mischief Maker

combines Cooper and Thief ’s bold Red Blend with spiced rum, adding an extra layer of warmth to this variation of a cold weather classic — an elevated hot toddy. With the Winter Spiced Old Fashioned, Elliott takes another classic cocktail to a whole new level by using a red wine syrup (made up of the ex-bourbon barrel aged Red Blend mixed with sugar and spices) on top of a split base of bourbon and cognac. Simple and delicious, just stir, strain and enjoy. “The Mischief Maker takes the warmth of Cooper and Thief ’s Red Blend wine to a whole new level with the addition of fresh bloodorange juice and spiced rum,” Clark said.

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with a slice of blood orange. *For the Cooper and Thief Red Blend wine syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of Cooper and Thief Red Blend and 1 cup of sugar. For added spice, add in broken cinnamon sticks, all spice, star anise and cloves. Bring to a light simmer and gently stir to dissolve the sugar. Strain out the solid and store the syrup in a glass jar in the refrigerator. “Classic cocktails are classic for a reason; they’re timeless. That doesn’t mean you can’t spruce things up though, like with this Winter Spiced Old Fashioned. This variation incorporates a split base (cognac and bourbon together) along with a Cooper and Thief

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UNIQUE lecture at Sac State features Boots Riley California State Unversity, Sacramento UNIQUE Programs at California State University, Sacramento, announces a special lecture event from Boots Riley, the director, writer and producer of the 2018 film “Sorry to Bother You.” This free event is happening on Sac State’s campus on Thursday, Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the University Union Ballroom. Riley is an American rapper, producer, screenwriter, film director and has a passion for activism and creativity. He is also the head vocalist of the group The

Coup and Street Sweeper Social Club. Riley’s first movie creation was in 2007, with a film called “In Prison My Whole Life.” However, he didn’t come to the limelight of film until his 2018 film “Sorry to Bother You.” “Sorry to Bother You” is a fantasy/sci-fi movie. The film’s main character, Cassius Green, finds himself in a world where he finds a magic key that unleashes “material glory.” Next Cassius soon finds himself becoming very successful in his telemarketing career, but his friends start to create a protest against corporate oppression against ordinary civilians. Cassius then

finds himself intrigued by a salary offer from a corrupt cocaine-using CEO and he is left with some very grave decisions to be made. This event will be a unique lecture night with Riley regarding economics, race and social justice movements worldwide. This event is free admission. This is an all-inclusive event open to Sacramento State students and the broader community. For more information on upcoming UNIQUE events visit SacStateUNIQUE.com.

2020 Placerville Art on Parade accepting entries Placerville Art On Parade Artists are invited to participate in the 16th annual Placerville Art on Parade exhibit. This community art project will enable accepted artists to display their work on Main Street in Placerville for several months during the summer and bring great joy to locals and visitors. The Placerville Art on Parade organization is currently seeking artists to enter designs for the 2020 Banners on Parade community art exhibit. The decorated banners will hang on light poles on Placerville’s Main Street. Following the exhibit the banners will be auctioned

off at a local event (to be determined in the coming weeks). This year artists are encouraged to create a banner using a “California Dreamin’” theme. See the application at placervilleartonparade.org/ for details. Artists, craftsmen, designers, architects and art students — either individually or as a group — are invited to submit designs for the 2020 Banners on Parade exhibit. Artist entries must be submitted by Feb. 28. Mail entries to address on the application. The Placerville Art on Parade committee will select the entries from submitted applications that will be painted on the supplied 60-inch x 30-inch canvas banners. Applicants will be notified by Placerville Art

on Parade committee members of their acceptance. A major sponsor of the Banners on Parade project is Images of Hope (imagesofhopeeldorado.org). The banners will have their premiere at the Images of Hope White on White event on Saturday, May 30. at Rainbow Orchards in Camino. After that, the banners will go on display on Main Street for several months this summer. To be part of this colorful event that will enhance and benefit the community print and fill out the 2020 Banners on Parade Application at placervilleartonparade.org/. For additional information contact Paige Vansickle at (916) 985-8996.

Enjoy nutritious lunch with the Senior Nutrition Program El Dorado County Health And Human Services Agency The El Dorado County Senior Nutrition Program prepares a hot nutritious lunch every day Monday through Friday for the suggested donation of $3 per meal. Adults 60 years or older, including a younger spouse, are invited to enjoy lunch served from noon to 12:30 p.m. at any one of the eight community dining centers located throughout the county. Locations include: El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park, Diamond Springs, Placerville, Pollock Pines, Greenwood,

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Somerset and South Lake Tahoe. No reservation is necessary. The February menu will be featuring Swedish meatballs, roast beef with mashed potatoes and gravy, baked cod, fresh salmon, roasted pork chop and creamy chicken enchilada among other favorite entrées. “The Senior Nutrition Program provides a great opportunity to enjoy a well-balanced, nutritious and affordable meal,” said Richard Todd, program manager of El Dorado County Senior Services. “It also enables retired adults to stay connected with others.” Todd added, “Volunteers help make this program

possible. Getting involved as a volunteer is another key to remaining healthy and engaged.” The Senior Nutrition Program utilizes volunteers as home delivered meal drivers or as nutrition site volunteers. Nutrition site volunteers are greeters at a sign-in desk or they work in the kitchen or dining room helping with lunch service and clean up. For questions or to volunteer call the Senior Nutrition Program at (530) 621-6160. Senior Nutrition is a program of the El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency. For information about other senior services visit edcgov.us/hhsa.

Varsity: Melissa Kinghorn, Oak Ridge, gold; Dihan Lin, Oak Ridge, silver; Richard Rowe, El Dorado, bronze

Fichtner, Ponderosa, silver; Serena Hassian, Oak Ridge, bronze Scholastic: Audrey (Marie) Fresquez, Ponderosa, gold; Zoe Hendricks, Oak Ridge, silver; Melissa Gomes, Oak Ridge, bronze Varsity: Melissa Kinghorn, Oak Ridge, gold; Richard Rowe, El Dorado, silver, Emily Martinez, Union Mine, bronze

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Union Mine, bronze Scholastic: Audrey (Marie) Fresquez, Ponderosa, gold; Rohit Ponnada, Oak Ridge, silver; Melissa Gomes, Oak Ridge, bronze; Zoe Hendricks, Oak Ridge, bronze Varsity: Melissa Kinghorn, Oak Ridge, gold; Richard Rowe, El Dorado, gold; Aiko Rodriguez Meador, Ponderosa, silver; Cory Rodriguez Meador, Ponderosa, silver; Lauren Holdgrafer, El Dorado, bronze MATH Honors: Savannah Van De Water, Oak Ridge, gold; Harleen Bal, Oak Ridge, silver; Serena Hassian, Oak Ridge, bronze Scholastic: Rohit Ponnada, Oak Ridge, gold; Nole Stites, Union Mine, silver; Zoe Hendricks, Oak Ridge, silver; Audrey (Marie) Fresquez, Ponderosa, bronze Varsity: Dihan Lin, Oak Ridge, gold; Melissa Kinghorn, Oak Ridge, silver; Lauren Holdgrafer, El Dorado, silver; Richard Rowe, El Dorado, bronze MUSIC

Honors: Aaris Wood, Ponderosa, gold; Zachary Hilliker, Ponderosa, silver; Savannah Van De Water, Oak Ridge, bronze Scholastic: Audrey (Marie) Fresquez, Ponderosa, gold; Devin Alcazar, El Dorado, silver; Nole Stites, Union Mine, silver; Mackenzie Warneke, El Dorado, bronze; Zoe Hendricks, Oak Ridge, bronze Varsity: John Putt, El Dorado, gold; Richard Rowe, El Dorado, gold; Melissa Kinghorn, Oak Ridge, silver; Mitchell Foster, Oak Ridge, silver; Aiko Rodriguez Meador, Ponderosa, silver; Nicholas Buchholz, Union Mine, bronze ECONOMICS Honors: Aaris Wood, Ponderosa, gold; Savannah Van De Water, Oak Ridge, silver; Nathan Fichtner, Ponderosa, silver; Harleen Bal, Oak Ridge, bronze Scholastic: Rohit Ponnada, Oak Ridge, gold; Kyla Denault, Union Mine, silver; Zoe Hendricks, Oak Ridge, bronze; Melissa Gomes, Oak Ridge, bronze

LANGUAGE & LITERATURE Honors: Aaris Wood, Ponderosa, gold; Ryleigh Praker, Union Mine, silver; Nathan Fichtner, Ponderosa, bronze Scholastic: Zoe Hendricks, Oak Ridge, gold; Audrey (Marie) Fresquez, Ponderosa, silver; Alyssa Seeley, Ponderosa, bronze Varsity: Richard Rowe, El Dorado, gold; Melissa Kinghorn, Oak Ridge, silver; John Putt, El Dorado, bronze ART Honors: Aaris Wood, Ponderosa, gold; Ryleigh Praker, silver; Zachary Hilliker, Ponderosa, bronze; Audrey (Marie) Fresquez, Ponderosa, gold; Zoe Hendricks, Oak Ridge, silver; Alyssa Seeley, Ponderosa, bronze Varsity: Melissa Kinghorn, Oak Ridge, gold; Mitchell Foster, Oak Ridge, silver; Lauren Holdgrafer, El Dorado, silver; Cory Rodriguez Meador, Ponderosa, bronze

Public Notices  NOTICE OF INTENT Notice of Intent to Adopt an Administrative and Misdemeanor Citation, and Peace Officer Status Ordinance Notice is hereby given to the intention of the Diamond Springs-El Dorado Fire Protection District to adopt an Administrative and Misdemeanor Citation, and Peace Officer Status Ordinance (“the Ordinance”). The District shall hold its second public hearing at 6:00 P.M. on February 12, 2020 at 501 Pleasant Valley Road, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 regarding the adoption of the Ordinance pursuant to Health and Safety Code Sections 13861(h), 13870, 13871, and 13872; and Penal Code Sections 830.37 and 836.5(d). Copies of the code sections referred to and any secondary code sections referred to, adopted by reference, are on file with the Secretary of the District and are open to public inspection. Adoption of the Ordinance will authorize the District to issue misdemeanor or infraction citations for the violation of State, District, or local laws or regulations, and will authorize the Fire Chief to authorize and appoint fire department personnel as duly appointed California Peace Officers. The Ordinance also establishes an administrative hearing process and authorizes the District Attorney or other prosecuting attorneys to process citations under the Penal Code as misdemeanors or infractions. 2/3, 2/10 7444 EL DORADO IRRIGATION DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PRE-QUALIFICATION OF BIDDERS FOR PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT DEER CREEK WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT (DCWWTP) PROCESS CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS

PROJECT NUMBER 17033.01 RFQ20-02 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed APPLICATIONS will be received no later than 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 25, 2020, local time, at the front desk of District’s Customer Service Building located at 2890 Mosquito Rd., Placerville, CA 95667 for the DCWWTP Process Control Improvements project, Project No. 17033.01 (“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 installing networking equipment and cabling, modifying existing PLCs, installing new PLCs, PLC programming, SCADA programming, modifying existing MCCs, installing VFDs, a main drain pump replacement, relocating the reclaimed water hypochlorite injector, and installation of a chlorine analyzer at the DCWWTP. The project is located south of Cameron Park, California in El Dorado County approximately two miles south of US Highway 50 and Cambridge Road. The estimated construction cost is $1,300,000.00. The estimated date of construction is spring through the end of 2020. 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. Note that the reference procedure requires the

INTERVIEW Honors: Nathan Fichtner, Ponderosa, gold; Serena Hassian, Oak Ridge, silver; Tiffany Brewster, El Dorado, bronze Scholastic: Devin Alcazar, El Dorado, gold; Melissa Gomes, Oak Ridge, silver; Audrey (Marie) Fresquez, Ponderosa, bronze Varsity: Dihan Lin, Oak Ridge, gold; Richard Rowe, El Dorado, silver; Mitchell Foster, Oak Ridge, bronze ESSAY Honors: Aaris Wood, Ponderosa, gold; Zachary Hilliker, Ponderosa, silver; Ryleigh Praker, Union Mine, bronze Scholastic: Zoe Hendricks, Oak Ridge, gold; Rohit Ponnada, Oak Ridge, silver; Nole Stites, Union Mine, bronze Varsity: John Putt, El Dorado, gold; Richard Rowe, El Dorado, silver; Melissa Kinghorn, Oak Ridge, bronze SPEECH Honors: Harleen Bal, Oak Ridge, gold; Nathan

TOP DECATHLETES Honors: Aaris Wood, Ponderosa, gold; Nathan Fichtner, Ponderosa, silver; Ryleigh Praker, Union Mine, bronze TOP 10 EVENT ALTERNATES Honors: Alex Gao, Oak Ridge, gold; Joey Hildebrandt, Oak Ridge, silver; William Smith, Oak Ridge, bronze TOP 8 EVENT ALTERNATES Honors: Zini Chakraborty, Oak Ridge, gold; Summer Dixon, Oak Ridge, silver; Anna Tuller, bronze “The Academic Decathlon showcases a foundation of commitment, dedication and teamwork. Thank you to the students, educators and community leaders who

make this a cornerstone event for El Dorado County,” El Dorado County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ed Manansala said. The competition would not be possible without the dozens of volunteers who helped judge the interview and speech competitions, held on Wednesday, Jan. 29 at Union Mine High School. Many volunteers also helped during the day-long Saturday, Feb. 1 competition, and Placerville Kiwanis provided a barbecue lunch to keep the decathletes charged for the afternoon. “We appreciate all of our volunteers who donate their time to enhance this experience for our students,” Manansala added. To offset costs, sponsors donate generously to the El Dorado County Education Fund and include Capitol Impact; Schools Financial Credit Union; Surveyors, Architects, Geologists and Engineers or SAGE; Placerville Kiwanis; and Mr. Sign.

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reference information be sent directly by the reference to BID by the above date. Questions, requests for clarifications and comments concerning the RFQ must be addressed in writing to Jon Money, P.E., Senior Civil Engineer via email at jmoney@ eid.org. Dated this 3rd day of February, 2020 EL DORADO IRRIGATION DISTRICT /s/ Elizabeth Dawson Elizabeth Dawson, P.E. Engineering Manager 2/3, 2/10, 2/19 7448 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DAVID A. RICHARD AKA DAVID ALAN RICHARD CASE NO. PP20200014 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of DAVID A. RICHARD AKA DAVID ALAN RICHARD. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CAROLE A. RICHARD in the Superior Court of California, County of EL DORADO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CAROLE A. RICHARD 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: 03/25/20 at 8:30AM in Dept. 8 located at 295 FAIR LANE, PLACERVILLE, CA 95667 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 WILLIAM L. WALKER - SBN 166878 / KELLY P. WALKER - SBN 329047 WILLIAM L. WALKER, ATTORNEY AT LAW,

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS #01-2020 FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL FORESTER GEORGETOWN DIVIDE RESOURCE CONSERVATION DISTRICT CLOSING DATE: Proposals must be received by February 18, 2020 by 4:00 p.m. PROJECT TITLE: “KELSEY FUEL REDUCTION PROJECT” The District is looking to acquire a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) to assist with implementation of the Project with primary focus on compiling Archaeological and Biological records and surveys, developing vegetation treatment prescriptions and project treatment area delineations. Full Request for Proposals can be found at the following link: www. georgetowndividercd.org RCD Contact: Mark.Egbert@ca.usda.gov 530-303-5328 2/7, 2/10 7462 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The County of El Dorado Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing in the Supervisors Meeting Room, 330 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 on February 25, 2020 at 2:00 p.m., to consider the PreApplication PA 19-0007/Kirkwood Station Project submitted by Tallac Hospitality for an Initiation Hearing (Conceptual Review) of a Specific Plan Amendment to allow for

a proposed development in the Kirkwood Area that would add a 65 room hotel with a restaurant, spa, event center, trailhead, 30 summer camping cabins and 10 year-round cabins, for a total overnight population of 227 people in the summer and 173 people in the winter. The proposed development requires a Specific Plan to be adopted that would amend a portion of the project area’s zoning designation of Recreation Facility, High-Intensity to Commercial, Rural. The General Plan designation for the area is Adopted Plan (AP), which is consistent with the adopted 1988 Kirkwood Master Plan. The property, identified by Assessor’s Parcel Number 039-070-018, consisting of 46.45 acres, is located on the north side of Highway 88, approximately 1,700 feet east of the intersection with Kirkwood Meadows Drive, in the Kirkwood area, Supervisorial District 5. (County Planner: Melanie Shasha, 530-573-7904) Any persons interested are invited to attend and be heard or to write their comments to the Board of Supervisors at 330 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 or via email: edc.cob@edcgov.us. If you challenge the application in court, you may be limited to raising only those items you or someone else raised at the public hearing, described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Board at, or prior to, the public hearing. Any questions regarding this project should be directed to the County of El Dorado Planning and Building Department, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 or via email: planning@edcgov.us. COUNTY OF EL DORADO PLANNING AND BUILDING DEPARTMENT TIFFANY SCHMID, DIRECTOR February 10, 2020 2/10 7477

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Thursday, Feb. 13

Gamblers Anonymous meets from 7-8:30 p.m. every Thursday evening at the Firefighters Memorial Hall, 3744 China Garden Road in Diamond Springs. For more information call Jon S. at (530) 409-6243, the hotline at (855) 222-5542 or go to gamblersanonymous.org.

Face in a Book, 4359 Town Center Blvd., Suite 113, in El Dorado Hills, hosts storytime for toddlers, preschoolers and their big people Mondays and Thursdays, 10-10:30 a.m. For more information

Friday, Feb. 14

Placerville Public House, 414 Main St. in Placerville, hosts Thinkin’ and Drinkin’ Team Trivia hosted by the very interesting and amazing Abadashery every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. There will be fun themes, music trivia and unusual tie-breakers. For more information call (530) 303-3792.

starting on El Dorado Hills Town Center Boulevard in front of Osteria Moto. Take a romantic carriage ride through the streets of Town Center. Proceeds benefit a local non-profit. For more information visit atedhtowncenter.com.

Artist Susan B. Keale is having an exhibition at Gold Country Retirement Community, 6041 Golden Center Court in Placerville, through April 22. For more information call (530) 621-1826. Enjoy Valentine’s Day Carriage Rides from 5-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14

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