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Placerville to send letter to gov, hoping to open town soon Pat Lakey Staff writer
the pandemic’s effect may be subsiding in California, and hinting that lifting the order may be imminent, failed to recognize that rural Because Placerville isn’t San Francisco or areas should be differentiated from large cities, Los Angeles and cases of those afflicted with Placerville council members said. the coronavirus COVID-19 are comparatively The governor on Tuesday, a few hours before much less prevalent in the the local City Council local area, city officials are meeting was held, said this: “The city needs to advocate sending a letter to Gov. “While Californians have Gavin Newsom urging stepped up in a big way to (for opening stores sooner) him to allow state-ordered flatten the curve and buy because we have a very low sanctions here to be lifted us time to prepare to fight sooner rather than later. infection rate … ” the virus, at some point in The City Council last week — Dennis Thomas, vice mayor of Placerville the future we will need to gave the go-ahead to City modify our stay-at-home Manager Cleve Morris, with order. assistance from Mayor Michael Saragossa and “As we contemplate reopening parts of our state, Vice Mayor Dennis Thomas, to state Placerville’s we must be guided by science and data — and we stance in a letter to Newsom that also will seek to must understand that things will look different get detailed answers as to when the stay-at-home than before,” said Newsom. dictate might be lifted statewide. Newsom’s recent announcement saying that n See Letter, page 6
Nonessential travel into Tahoe Basin could result in $1,000 fine
Graduation ceremonies up in the air
Dylan Svoboda Staff writer El Dorado County is cracking down on nonessential travel into the South Lake Tahoe region as officials fight to curb the spread of COVID-19. The Board of Supervisors passed an emergency ordinance Tuesday that gives teeth to a “no-travel” order brought down by county health officer Dr. Nancy Williams earlier this month. Travelers may now receive a $1,000 fine for traveling into the Tahoe “The services Basin area for we have just nonessential purposes. won’t support Williams issued the extra the order April 3 “to reduce population.” the number of — Sue Novasel, visitors and other El Dorado County non-full-time District 5 supervisor residents in the basin” as the area dealt with a swelling of population. Enforcement officials will levy fines through the sunset date of the “stayat-home” order, which is currently set through April 30. The emergency ordinance will remain in effect throughout the stay-at-home order if the directive is extended beyond April 30. The city of South Lake Tahoe implemented its own $1,000 fine for those traveling to the area for nonessential purposes and staying in second homes or vacation rentals. The city had fined two people as of Tuesday afternoon, according to county Chief Administrative Officer Don Ashton. The county’s move implements enforcement measures for areas outside the city, such as unincorporated areas like Meyers, Tahoma and Meeks n
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Signs like this will come down sooner rather than later if Gov. Newsom heeds Placerville city officials’ suggestion. The City Council last week approved sending a letter to the governor asking that rural areas be treated differently — allowed leeway to resume business sooner than metropolitan areas — after the coronavirus emergency is declared over.
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Graduates traditionally toss their mortarboards to the sky at the end of commencement ceremonies — just like these El Dorado High School grads in years past — but will this milestone be pushed back until after shelter-in-place orders have been lifted or will it be transformed as a virtual event?
Will commencement be delayed or go virtual? Dylan Svoboda Staff writer As summer creeps closer, the coronavirus outbreak is threatening an important day in young students’ lives. With June just weeks away, most El Dorado County high schools are still unsure how graduation ceremonies will take place. Students are working remotely, mostly online, and seniors in good standing are expected to graduate as usual. It’s the formal “walk” that’s at risk.
See Nonessential, page 6
While dates are still to be determined, El Dorado Union High School District spokeswoman Serena Fuson said superintendent Ron Carruth “assured the Board of Trustees and community at our last board meeting that the district will still hold graduations.” But how, exactly, is still up in the air. The district is putting together a graduation committee of parents, students and faculty members to come up with graduation ideas and recommendations for district
leadership, Fuson added. EDUHSD is home to El Dorado, Oak Ridge, Ponderosa and Union Mine High Schools. Graduation ceremony ideas are already being thrown around in the Black Oak Mine Unified School District. “At Golden Sierra High School we are working as a staff to decide how to handle the commencement ceremony — options range from streaming graduation online to n
See Graduation, page 3
El Dorado County coronavirus cases holding steady at 35 Dylan Svoboda Staff writer For the second day in a row, no new coronavirus cases were reported Thursday in El Dorado County. The number of COVID-19 cases in El Dorado County remains at 35, with six cases still active. County health officials reported one additional case of the coronavirus Tuesday evening in the South Lake Tahoe area but haven’t reported another since despite roughly 100 additional tests. The county reported Thursday that 29 COVID-19
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Tables outside the Raley’s in Placerville are blocked off with plastic wrap, shopping carts and a notice encouraging social distancing as COVID-19 cases have been reported in local communities and people are directed to stay at home only to venture out for essential activities like grocery shopping — not picnics, despite the delightful spring weather.
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paraphernalia and stolen property. 9:55 a.m. Burglary and theft were reported on Mother Lode Drive in El Dorado.
April 6 8:36 a.m. Four mailboxes were broken into at the post office on Northside Drive in Cool. 10:14 a.m. A commercial building was burglarized on Enterprise Drive in Diamond Springs. 10:28 a.m. Vandalism was reported on Francisco Drive in El Dorado Hills. 12:27 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Moonbeam Drive in Placerville. 2:13 p.m. Theft was reported on Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills. 7:29 p.m. A 23-year-old man was arrested on Cameron Park Drive in Cameron Park after illegal drug paraphernalia was discovered and the suspect was found to have outstanding warrants.
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April 7 1:46 a.m. A 47-year-old woman was arrested on Cameron Park Drive in Cameron Park after a traffic stop revealed she had outstanding warrants and was allegedly in possession of illegal drug paraphernalia. 8:05 a.m. A cell phone and motorcycle were reported stolen on Durock Road in Cameron Park. 9:20 a.m. A 40-year-old man was arrested on Durock Road in Cameron Park after a vehicle stop reportedly revealed the suspect was in possession of people’s identity information, illegal drug
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2:09 p.m. A U.S. Forest Service fire facility was burglarized on Sly Park Road in Pleasant Valley and allegedly several chainsaws and other miscellaneous items were taken. 4:59 p.m. A suspect stole items of value from a structure on Fawn Drive in Pollock Pines. 7:27 p.m. A victim reported her home was burglarized on Kelsey Road in Kelsey.
April 8 5:46 a.m. A 34-year-old woman was arrested on Omo Ranch Road in Mount Aukum for burglary. 7 a.m. A burglary to a garage was reported on Amber Trail in Pollock Pines. 3 p.m. A 55-year-old woman was arrested on Cable Road in Camino on suspicion of burglary and resisting arrest. 4:11 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Begonia Drive in Pollock Pines. 8:57 p.m. Deputies were dispatched to Forty Lane in Diamond Springs to the scene of a recovered stolen vehicle.
April 9 6:01 a.m. A cell phone was stolen on Park Drive in El Dorado Hills.
5:52 p.m. A man was arrested on Cimarron Court in Cameron Park on suspicion of public intoxication.
9:01 a.m. A suspect broke into a vehicle in Cameron Park.
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9:32 a.m. A 39-year-old man was arrested on Pleasant Valley Road in Pleasant Valley after his vehicle was stopped and deputies reportedly found him to be in
7:15 p.m. A 59-year-old man was arrested on Highway 49 near El Dorado after he reportedly forced entry into a home and stole items.
LAKE LEVELS Loon Lake, as of April 14 Water elevation 6,388.4 feet Storage level 42,260 acre-feet Percent full 61% Inflow 190 cfs Outflow 40 cfs
Water elevation 0.70 feet Storage level 218 acre-feet Percent full 11% Inflow 22.99 cfs Outflow 11.90 cfs Caples Lake, as of April 17 Water elevation 42.41 feet Storage level 11.485 acre-feet Percent full 51% Inflow 34.48 cfs Outflow 12.80 cfs
Ice House, as of April 14 Water elevation 5,398.2 feet Storage level 15,270 acre-feet Percent full 35% Inflow 97 cfs Outflow 34 cfs
Silver Lake, as of April 17 Water elevation 7.29 feet Storage level 2,073 acre-feet Percent full 24% Inflow 96.36 cfa Outflow 17.70 cfs
Union Valley, as of April 14 Water elevation 4,838 feet Storage level 183,920 acre-feet Percent full 69% Inflow 715 cfs Outflow 6 cfs
Sly Park, as of April 17 Water elevation 118.84 feet Storage level 39,639 acre-feet Percent full 96.6% Inflow 157.47 cfs Outflow 24.4 cfs
Lake Aloha, as of April 17 Water elevation 7.59 feet Storage level 140 acre-feet Percent full 3% Inflow 17.58 cfs Outflow 8 cfs
American River, as of April 17 Flow 637 cfs
Echo Lake, as of April 17
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the area can be. Now, efforts may be underway to increase parking capacity near the Confluence in the months and years following the statewide state-at-home order. District 2 Supervisor Lori Parlin said in a Facebook post last week that the El Dorado County Transportation Commission is expected to look into grants to “investigate issues and opportunities on (Highway) 49 from Cool to the Confluence,” including “parking, truck traffic and pedestrian safety.” The commission is partnering with El Dorado County, Caltrans, Placer County Transportation Planning Agency, city of Auburn, Placer County and State Parks to find a solution to the parking issues plaguing the area.
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Savacool takes job as fire chief with South Lake Tahoe Dawn Hodson Staff writer Garden Valley Fire Protection District’s fire chief Clive Savacool has taken a job as chief of South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue. He will be filling a position with the city that has been vacant for over a year after the previous chief Jeff Meston retired in February 2019. Savacool will be full-time and will be sworn in as chief April 20, according to Tamara Wallace, mayor pro tem for the city of South Lake Tahoe, Savacool has been Garden Valley’s chief since 2016. With the failure of last year’s ballot measure the agency could no longer afford the same level of staffing as before and had to lay off most of its workers. That ballot measure, which lost by 41 votes, would have put an additional fire suppression assessment of $182.58 on improved property and $71.38 on unimproved property with an annual increase of 2%. Dave Souza, who’s on the district’s Board of Directors, said Savacool’s last day with Garden Valley was April 17, although he might be back for the board’s next meeting later this month. Currently Linda Szczepanik is the interim chief for GVFPD. She was also the interim chief before Savacool was hired. Souza said the district will go with the status quo for now, which includes having one firefighter per shift, supplemented with volunteers. Not every shift has a firefighter trained as a paramedic and that means responding to emergency calls may take a little longer. “The people in Garden Valley were warned what would happen if the assessment didn’t pass,” said Souza. The district does have a mutual-aid agreement with the Georgetown Fire Department and can count on neighboring fire agencies to help out in an emergency. Garden Valley’s Board of Directors had previously considered hiring Cal Fire to provide fire service but Souza said they decided against it because of cost and because they didn’t want to be taken over by another organization. A Cal Fire station is also right down the road when needed. The board considered other options including annexation by El Dorado County Service Area Seven, the entity responsible for running the county’s ambulance program, or entering into a shared-service arrangement with the El Dorado County Fire Protection District. But in the end the board decided to retain Garden Valley Fire as an independent agency.
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holding an in-person ceremony when the shelter-in-place directive has been lifted,” District Superintendent Jeremy Meyers wrote in a letter to staff and parents. “One way or another, we are committed to celebrating the hard work and dedication of our seniors and their families.” All 23 California State University campuses are postponing graduation ceremonies to a later date. Some schools, such as UCLA, are holding virtual online ceremonies. Most schools and universities — like El Dorado and Black Oak Union high school districts — are still playing it by ear. State education officials have eased restrictions surrounding grading and testing to relieve some burden on impacted seniors. The California Department of Education is leaving it up to local districts to decide whether or not to issue letter grades. Most colleges have agreed to accept credit/no credit and pass/fail for courses without impact to
grade point averages. The University of California suspended its admission requirement for SAT and ACT tests for the 2020 senior class. Full CDOE guidelines and graduation requirements can be found at https://www.cde.ca.gov/ls/he/hn/ gradegraduationfaq.asp. Most El Dorado County schools closed the week of March 16-20 as the coronavirus pandemic ramped up. The El Dorado County Office of Education announced April 2 the closure of all schools across its 15 districts through the remainder of the school year to curb the spread of COVID-19. Gov. Gavin Newsom said during a press conference Tuesday that large gatherings — like in-person graduation ceremonies — in June, July and August were “unlikely” as the state fights the COVID-19 pandemic. Newsom added the prospect of mass gatherings was “negligible at best” until herd immunity and a vaccine are obtained.
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Richard B. Esposito Publisher/Editor
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The unseen death toll of COVID-19 measures
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he accumulating death toll from COVID-19 can be seen minute-byminute on cable news channels. But there’s another death toll few seem to care much about: the number of povertyrelated deaths being set in motion by deliberately Tom Mcclintock plunging millions of Americans into poverty and despair. In the first three weeks since governors began shutting down commerce in their states, 17 million Americans filed for unemployment and, according to one survey, one quarter of Americans have lost their jobs or watched their paychecks cut. Goldman Sachs predicts the economy will shrink 34 percent in the second quarter, with unemployment leaping to 15 percent. Until the COVID-19 economic shutdown, the poverty rate in the United States had dropped to its lowest in 17 years. What does that mean for public health? A 2011 Columbia University study funded by the National Institutes of Health estimated that 4.5 percent of all deaths in the United States are related to poverty. Over the last four years, 2.47 million Americans had been lifted out of that condition, meaning 111,000 fewer poverty-related deaths each year. It’s a good bet these gains have been completely wiped out and it’s anyone’s guess how many tens of millions of Americans will have been pushed below the poverty line as governments destroy their livelihoods. It’s also a good bet the resulting deaths won’t get the same attention. And that doesn’t count an unknown number of Americans whose medical appointments have been postponed indefinitely while hospitals keep beds open for COVID-19 patients. How many of the 1.8 million new cancers each year in the United States will go undetected for months because routine screenings and appointments have been postponed? How many heart, kidney, liver and pulmonary illnesses will fester while people’s lives are on hold? How many suicides or domestic homicides will occur as families watch their livelihoods evaporate before their eyes? How many drug and alcohol deaths can we expect as Americans stew in their homes under police-enforced indefinite home detention orders? How many new cases of obesity-related diabetes and heart disease will emerge as Americans are banished from outdoor recreation and instead spend their idle days within a few steps of the refrigerator? I have participated in many discussions among top policymakers in Congress and the administration over the last few weeks. Such considerations are rarely raised and always ignored. Instead, policymakers fixate on epidemiological models that have already been dramatically disproven by actual data. On March 30 Drs. Deborah Birx and Anthony Fauci n
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r. Alger: “Trump’s speeches try to be positive and avoid panic; his actions are swift and dramatic.” What parallel universe do you live in, Mr. Alger? I would like to move there; it would be safer than our current one. ULRICH B. HACKER Camino
Dr. Shiva’s advice EDITOR: have watched three videos by Dr. Shiva so far this April. Shiva accused Dr. Fauci of exaggerating the deadliness of COVID-19. Shiva claims this virus is deadly only to people who have weak immune systems. Therefore, Dr. Shiva questions Dr. Fauci’s motives for never telling us how to become immune. Dr. Shiva recommends we supplement with vitamins A, C and D and take extra zinc. He also wants us to exercise and avoid genetically modified foods. Dr. Shiva suggests we eat grass-fed beef and organic vegetables. Yes, we should wash our hands, but strengthening our immune systems will reduce disease symptoms to a case of sniffles. Because Dr. Fauci has not told us to improve our immune systems but instead pretends the only solution is vaccination, Dr. Shiva recommends Dr. Fauci be fired and replaced by a more competent medical spokesman. I concur. CECIL RINGGENBERG Placerville
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The Bogeyman EDITOR:
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he paradox of liberty in the modern world is that individual freedom can only come through social regulation.” — Sociologist Lester Ward President Eisenhower warned us to beware of the military-industrial complex. However, we have kept increasing our military might, even in the face of no real opposition. Our primary nemesis, the Soviet Union, has become a tiger with no teeth. And we send “military aid” to countries like Ukraine to protect
them against Russia. How absurd. We spent 20 years “fighting a war” in Afghanistan without a purpose. (Oh I forgot — “to save the world for democracy”). The U.S. is now about to sign a “peace agreement” with the Taliban. So we sacrificed people and treasure only to reinstate the old regime. Who are the fools running this asylum? “Liberty may be endangered by the abuses of liberty as well as the abuses of power.” — James Madison, The Federalist DOUG ROSCOE Shingle Springs
I’m rubber you’re glue ... EDITOR:
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hatever bounces off me sticks to you. I expect this phrase to spew forth from Trump’s mouth at anytime. If it did it would be an improvement. He’s president at this crucial time in our history. Ouch. I hope that Gavin Newsom can overcome the resistance he and his fellow governors may get from the power on high in the near future. We need a leader, we have a vacancy. As for me, I couldn’t vote for Hillary and didn’t vote for the Donald. This time around I’ll vote for any fresh body that runs against Trump. It’s hard to imagine a worse crisis of leadership than the one we face now. JENNIE THOMAS Georgetown
Republicans, fall on your swords EDITOR: exas’ Republican Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick recently called on grandparents to “sacrifice themselves” to save the economy. He thinks we oldsters have lived long enough and it is time to go, so that the economy need no longer be strained by social distancing, staying at home and other coronavirus precautions. Glenn Beck soon chimed in that he would “rather die than kill the country.” Congressman Trey Hollingsworth (R-Ind.) is open to killing more people via coronavirus infection than killing jobs by staying at home. A recent contributor to the Democrat’s online letter
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The Balancing Act
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blind studies have been hile I completed (which are haven’t under way) but strong done a anecdotal evidence by significant many physicians has amount of medical shown it to be 99 to research with respect 100 percent effective. to this idea, there has In one French “study” been much talk and a physician in France now volumes written reported that in 80 about the successful patients receiving treatment for COVIDchloroquine, all 19 and that treatment LARRY Weitzman recovered except one — is hydroxychloroquine, an 86-year-old who had chloroquine and in other health issues. extreme cases Z-Pack (azithromycin) It is also suggested by the anecdotal when an infection results from evidence that chloroquine may be a the virus. The difference between prophylactic with respect to the virus. hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine In other words, a preventative. (C18H26ClN3) is the former has a Here is the funny thing about single oxygen molecule attached to it. chloroquine: it is freely available If you haven’t heard, chloroquine is in a common product. I have an old drug used for the prevention coincidentally been drinking the and treatment of malaria. Most product now for about a year as my soldiers who went to Vietnam were refreshment of choice. It is called given this drug, which has almost no tonic water — the stuff Schweppes has side effects (PTSD has been reported been selling since I can remember. in large, prolonged usage), if any. It was mostly used as a drink mixer, It has been around for decades. It works by preventing the replication of as in “gin and tonic,” but I like a generic brand like Shasta, Great Value malaria in the body and it is believed or Safeway Select. I buy the diet or to work against COVID-19 by also preventing the replication of the virus sugar-free stuff and it sells for about $1 a liter. I enjoy it “straight-up,” but in the human body. my preferred way is to add a dash of As of yet no controlled, doubleThe 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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Langers pineapple juice to mix with it at about 1 ounce of juice to 8 ounces of tonic water. It’s like my special version of an Arnold Palmer, except there is no iced tea or lemonade used. The ingredient in tonic water that makes it tonic water is a trace amount of quinine hydrochloride. That’s the same stuff given to malaria and COVID-19 patients. In fact, quinine water was used in and of itself to treat malaria patients, probably in higher concentrations. Gin was mixed with the tonic water by sailors to make it more palatable. As above, I use the artificially sweetened stuff with pineapple juice. Mind you the stuff in tonic water, which is sometimes called quinine water, is only in trace amounts. How much? Something less than 83 parts per million. But it’s there in some detectable amounts. In a liter bottle there should be about 83 mg of the stuff. But if you relate 83 parts per million to the “faux-issue” issue of global warming, then the amount is significant as, according to the “ecoalarmists,” an increase of 83 parts per million of co2 with respect to the atmosphere will cause irreparable and catastrophic global warming. In prescription strength it comes in two doses, 150 mg and 300 mg, taken
once a week. Does it work as a preventative or have any medicinal effect with respect to COVID-19? I don’t know. But it certainly can’t hurt you and just that trace amount may work to prevent the virus from taking hold in your body. One physician, as quoted in the Ne York Post, said it’s slightly different from the medicine and it won’t do you any good against COVID-19. I don’t think I have contracted the disease yet and I consume about a liter a day of diet tonic water, as does my significant other. What I find amazing is that no one in the media has talked about tonic or quinine water (except what I read in the NYP), considering we know of its medicinal properties in prescription dosages. As far as the double-blind studies, I am not sure I would want to take part as if I were infected and part of a study; I wouldn’t want to be the one getting the placebo. I would want my treating physician to prescribe the real stuff, chloroquine. I hope this column doesn’t start a run on tonic water as has happened with toilet paper. Larry Weitzman is a resident of Placerville.
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Local company giving back to heroes of the pandemic Kevin Christensen Staff writer
Construction owner Jack Borba. Community members in El Dorado County can nominate a Local heroes, essential workers, first local hero, someone in need or even responders and those in need amid themselves to win one of many home the COVID-19 crisis have a chance to improvements. The program gives score free home improvements. winners an opportunity at a new roof, Straight Line gutters, solar, Construction HVAC system, “This program is about trying is partnering deck, siding, to bless those essential with other paint job or a local, small workers and first responders garage door. businesses to Borba said he who are real heroes in a help people first came up with in need or to the idea for the difficult time.” give back to program driving — Jack Borba, owner of Straightline those on the through south Construction Cameron Park at frontlines of the fight against COVID-19. $125,000 in the beginning of April and saw all the home upgrades will be given away as businesses closed down. part of its Heroes Home Improvement “For awhile we in construction were Giveaway that will run through May not sure if we would be classified as 26. essential or not and eventually we “This program is about trying to were and are very blessed,” Borba bless those essential workers and said. “I decided to add ‘people in need’ first responders who are real heroes in a difficult time,” said Straight Line n See Straightline, page 11
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Straight Line Construction President Jack Borba stands in the company showroom in Shingle Springs.
Coronavirus costs, challenges dominate GDPUD meeting Dawn Hodson Staff writer A variety of coronavirus-related agenda items took center stage during the April 14 board meeting of the Georgetown Divide Public Utility District. Interim General Manager Jeff Nelson reported on measures the agency has undertaken to maintain “social distancing” including using teleconferences for staff meetings and staggered work schedules for some staff while others work from home.
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coronavirus pandemic, Nelson asked the board to temporarily adopt a policy of waiving late fees for customers. The cost to the district of doing so is estimated to be between $3,500 and $4,500 per month. To be eligible for late fees to be waived, a person would have to establish they were out of work due to a COVID-19-related sickness or because they have to care for someone sick with the disease. Other reasons n
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Bay. While much of the focus has been on South Lake Tahoe, District 5 Supervisor Sue Novasel said the vacation-home-packed West Shore has been hit hard by out-of-town visitors as well. The move has more to do with ensuring the area’s only hospital, Barton Memorial, and other emergency services aren’t overwhelmed than it does with preventing further spread of the virus, according to Supervisor Novasel. The hospital has just nine intensive care unit beds and 68 acute care hospital beds. “The services we have just won’t support the extra population,” Novasel said. “We’re just trying to deal with that very scary issue if (a surge) were to come to pass.” Constitutional concerns caused
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The cost of all these extra measures is being tracked in hopes they will later be reimbursed. Inspections of septic systems continue but are conducted differently to minimize contact. Nelson said despite closing the front office to the public and ending the acceptance of cash payments, there have been no customer complaints. He praised staff for its commitment with new conditions under which they have to work. On a different issue, due to the economic problems many customers on the Divide face because of the
county supervisors to stop short of levying fines to second-homeowners staying in their properties during the COVID-19 crisis. District 3 Supervisor Brian Veerkamp, who cautioned during an April 7 meeting against fining second-homeowners, said the ordinance is a sufficient opening move without overstepping onto people’s personal property rights. “I think this is a first step in trying to limit (travel),” Veerkamp said. “If we don’t see that it works then maybe we gotta go to that next step. It’s either that or we make it all inclusive and just fine everybody, which I think we’re going too far if we go to that measure.” Board members, especially Supervisor Novasel, who represents the Tahoe Basin, have heard the constitutional arguments from
frustrated residents who may now be fined for traveling within their home county and state. Novasel said her obligation to keep residents safe and healthy comes first. “I’ve had people call me Hitler and all kinds of nasty things, saying that I’m taking away their constitutional rights,” Novasel said. “The first thing the Constitution talks about, in the preamble, is the ability for us to take care of our citizens … Remember, this is just a temporary, emergency issue to try to limit illnesses and (promote) the safety of our public.” Many popular South Lake Tahoe destinations were shut down just a day after Tuesday’s meeting. The Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit closed all national forest recreation sites and areas in
the South Shore Recreation Corridor through June 1. Violators of the prohibition are subject to fines of up to $5,000 for an individual and $10,000 for an organization or up to six months imprisonment. Sites impacted by the closure include Pope Beach, Pope Baldwin National Recreation Bike Path, Camp Richardson Resort and Corral, Fallen Leaf Campground and Beach, Tallac Historic Site and Beach, Kiva Picnic Area and Beach, Taylor Creek Visitors Center and Baldwin Beach. There have been 35 known cases of COVID-19 in El Dorado County. Eleven have been in the South Lake Tahoe area. Just six cases remain active as of Thursday evening. No deaths have been reported.
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Well, just how different? … and when? … opined clearly frustrated Placerville City Council members — including one councilman who himself came down with the COVID-19 virus and knows how nasty it can be. “The city needs to advocate (for opening stores sooner) because we have a very low infection
rate — even though I got it,” said Vice Mayor Thomas, who added that he is “95% recovered” from the illness that struck March 26 and left him bedridden for more than a week. “We shouldn’t have the same penalties (as larger cities) — I’ve even spoken with local health care professionals who would like to see us move toward opening, with a
measured approach.” The vice mayor said questions remain over knowing “what controls” the city must follow, pointing out that the countywide emergency order to shelter in place, issued by El Dorado County Public Health Officer Dr. Nancy Williams, “ends at the end of this month.” “The governor didn’t indicate an end date
and I find that not acceptable,” continued Thomas. “But at the same time, I ‘get’ it. Yet there’s a big, open question mark. “It’s mind-numbing and the city needs to take a position on this.” The vice mayor stressed, too, that with some businesses remaining open throughout the emergency — and others
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located right next door ordered to close — the dynamic has led to frustration and hard feelings. “The Vape Shop had to close … and just (up Broadway), Rite Aid can sell the same thing,” charged Thomas. “Hair salons — some open, some not. It becomes very emotional.” Thomas said the letter to be sent to the governor would explain that Placerville and the county “shouldn’t be expected to go along with the rest of the state” and that “special privileges” are not being sought, likening it more to “justifiable” treatment. Councilman Mark Acuna agreed with Thomas, saying he heard the governor’s message earlier that day too. “The governor announced very strongly that he sees an end in sight,” said Acuna. “It behooves us to speak out now.” The councilman added that local residents have been doing “an excellent job following orders” regarding the stay-at-home and social distancing restrictions, but he agrees that Placerville and the county should be looked at differently in gauging when to lift the emergency. Without a specific timeline, Acuna added, events such as “the hugely popular farmers market” held along the El Dorado Trail at Clay Street each spring and into the autumn are in limbo. Another council member, Kara Taylor, who lost her job at a downtown restaurant when it closed because
of the pandemic, cautioned that reopening businesses comes with some potential downsides. It might not be such a good idea to rush things, she indicated. “I feel the frustration … I would love to see things go back to normal,” began Taylor. “But customers would have to have confidence (that it’s safe) to go out shopping. (Merchants) could open — and no customers.” Taylor pointed out that government bailout money that has been made available to businesses hit by the pandemic could be affected, dry up, by reopening — and perhaps by staying closed “the financial stimulus would (still) be available.” She urged her colleagues to work with county health officials, as has been the ongoing practice, and follow metrics put forth in the future by the governor; Taylor said she gleaned from Newsom’s announcement that he feels stores and services reopening statewide could be expected “in about a month.” While she said she supports sending the letter asking that the local situation should be handled differently compared to how it unfolds in larger population areas, Taylor wonders about specifics. “As Dennis (Thomas) said earlier, it’s hard to know how much money to ask for if you don’t know for how long.” The council voted 5-0 to direct the letter be drafted and sent to the Governor’s Office immediately.
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t’s said timing is everything. No one would agree with that more than Placerville native Charlie Wiglesworth, a retired safety and maintenance inspector who’s an active volunteer in the Kiwanis, a nonprofit organization serving El Dorado County youth. His serendipitous moment came on a summer day when he was 13 years old. “My dad was president of the Babe Ruth baseball league. Games were played at the fairgrounds and one day he had me mow the lawn before a game,” Wiglesworth recalled. Unbeknownst to either of them, an El Dorado County Fairgrounds manager spotted Charlie and liked his work. Before he knew it, 13-year old Charlie was asked to “report to work the next morning at 8 a.m.” Thus began the progression of experiences that shaped his love for fairs and fairgrounds throughout California. While in high school Wiglesworth worked at the fairgrounds each summer. After college he became a safety and maintenance inspector for county fairgrounds throughout California, a job that meant lots of travel. “We visited two to three counties a year and checked for every little thing. Were there cracks in the sidewalks? Were the carnival rides stable and level?,” he shared. “It was all about safety.”
More than work The job became more than a profession. Friendships were forged as he met inspectors from other counties and Wiglesworth said he realized he was becoming part of a family. “We helped one another and, even to this day, if someone were
to call me for help I’d be there,” he explained. “You can’t say ‘no.’ It’s all about family.” Over the years Wiglesworth said he recognized the fairgrounds had to be relevant to the needs of the community. “Disaster relief — you have to keep up with what is going on locally and this meant training was important.” Education and training became continual components of the job. Staff members were brought up to speed on new maintenance techniques. The learning process took an interesting twist when the fairgrounds had a need for better public relations. It was this need that brought about another serendipitous moment in Wiglesworth’s life. “We were looking for ways that the fairgrounds could become an integrated part of the community so a decision was made that staff members would join various service organizations,” he shared. “At the time Kiwanis held its meetings at the fairgrounds.” Not surprisingly, Wiglesworth knew some members and in 2001 he decided to join Kiwanis.
Getting involved Wiglesworth has never looked back, becoming involved in all aspects of the organization, providing time, energy and talent. Clearly a person of endless enthusiasm and in the spirit of the Kiwanis, he volunteered to take part in various community projects sponsored by the organization. Over the years he has helped with programs large and small. Of special significance has been his participation in the Kiwanis main fundraiser: the Studebaker Wheelbarrow Race held at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds during the county fair (see sidebar below).
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Charlie Wiglesworth began working at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds as a 13-year-old. In 2001 he joined Kiwanis and he has helped in everything from the Academic Decathlon to the Studebaker Wheelbarrow Race. He is the chair of the city of Placerville Fishing Derby and assists with the Easter Egg Hunt, two annual events sponsored by the Kiwanis. But his efforts to help the youth of the county doesn’t stop there. “He has worked behind the scenes … in the following projects and events: Academic Decathlon, Boys and Girls Club, Jr. Livestock Committee and Auction and fundraisers to support fire victims and first responders,” note fellow
Kiwanian Paul Zappettini. “Charlie is always there when needed.” When all is said and done, who is Charlie Wiglesworth? As a member of the Kiwanis, he personifies that individual who continually gives back to his community. His time and energy support an organization dedicated “to improving the lives of children one community at a time.” It’s a perfect fit for someone who was in the right place at the right time.
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n Aug. 31, 1853, John Studebaker, a young wagon maker from South Bend, Ind., arrived in Placerville and like so many newcomers with big dreams his plan was to make a fortune in gold. Ironically, his fame and fortune took an unexpected turn. Shortly after his arrival, instead of panning for gold 19-year-old Studebaker found himself employed by the local blacksmith, H. L. Hinds. His task? Build sturdy wheelbarrows for the miners. Indeed, Studebaker became known for his fine work and it was not long before he was referred to as “Wheelbarrow Johnny.” His wheelbarrows were sought after and he was able to sell them for $10 each, a pretty substantial sum at the time.
Some years later Studebaker garnered enough money to return to his hometown, where his namesake cars and trucks were designed and built. Race time Fast forward to 1939 — More than 80 years after Studebaker’s arrival in Hangtown, the first wheelbarrow race was held in his honor. As noted in a 2019 proclamation by the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors, “The race was organized and promoted for 12 years by ‘E Clampus Vitus,’ a somewhat rowdy organization in which ‘all members were officers and all officers were of equal indignity,’” (according to its Wikipedia entry). In 1956 the annual event was taken over by the Placerville Kiwanis. Paul Zappettini, former Kiwanis president, described the race as “an obstacle course that includes an ore pile, a
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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.
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tephanie is a 5 year-old girl currently being seen by New Morning Youth & Family Services. Stephanie’s stepmother sought New Morning’s support to help her work with Stephanie’s behavior. Stephanie exhibited severe behavioral problems that impacted her home and school life. She had significant separation anxiety, raised horrible temper tantrums that included yelling and hitting, had sleep disorders, and demonstrated severe depression. Stephanie’s biological mother was an alcoholic who used while she was pregnant with Stephanie. Stephanie was born pre-mature with symptoms similar to Fetal Alcohol Syndrome that causes significant sensory integration issues. Stephanie’s mother abandoned the family when Stephanie was still a toddler. Stephanie’s stepmother is a very dedicated caregiver and was willing to work with Stephanie’s therapist to achieve positive outcomes. The therapist worked with Stephanie and her stepmother using play therapy, storytelling and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to deal with Stephanie’s abandonment by her mother and to improve the bonding between Stephanie and
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her stepmother. While progress was being made it was slow and the therapist felt that something more must be present. After some weeks of treatment Stephanie’s stepmother was able to share that domestic violence was a factor in the home environment. The therapist worked with the stepmother connecting her to other resources to help her resolve the issues she was facing at home. Stephanie’s father has since been removed from the home and although this caused a brief setback in Stephanie’s progress Stephanie is now continuing on a path of positive outcomes. Stephanie is now able to control her temper, is able to attend school without exhibiting separation anxiety, she is better organized and more focused and she has improved sleep patterns. Stephanie has also learned to bond with her stepmother and has demonstrated clear affection for her. Stephanie’s stepmother has also learned how Stephanie was impacted by Stephanie’s biological mother’s alcohol addiction and has learned how to help Stephanie cope with her sensory integration challenges. Although Stephanie needs more treatment she has progressed very far. For 50 years New Morning has provided a safety net of services to youth and their families in El Dorado County. These services include the only 24-hour emergency youth shelter in the county for homeless, runaway and in-crisis youth. We provide professional counseling services to children age birth to 18. New Morning supports children and youth who are victims of abuse, struggling with alcohol and drug issues, experiencing trauma and facing school failure. We provide parent education; assist youth who are aging out of foster care; and provide Latino Outreach services.
Bring the outdoors into your home with the Tahoe Rim Trail Association’s new kid-friendly activities that teach Leave No Trace Principles and outdoor stewardship. Disconnect your child from the television and video games and plug them into the outdoors from the comfort of your home and backyard! The Tahoe RimTrail Association (TRTA) seeks to inspire stewardship through the Online to Outdoor Education program. Through this program, youth will learn the seven Leave No Trace principles and discover how they can reduce their impact on the environment. After completing this series of hands-on activities and reflection questions, your child will receive their Leave No Trace
Awareness certificate! The Online to Outdoor Education program is available for everyone but recommended for children ten years and older. To access the TRTA’s Online to Outdoor Education program, visit tahoerimtrail.org/ leave-no-trace. To receive a Leave No Trace Awareness certificate, all worksheets and photos of activities must be submitted to Julia Kaseta at juliak@tahoerimtrail. org. The Tahoe Rim Trail Association, founded in 1981, is a non-profit organization that works to inspire stewards and preserve the Tahoe Rim Trail system. For more information about the Tahoe RimTrail Association or to become a member or volunteer contact the TRTA at info@tahoerimtrail.org or visit tahoerimtrail.org.
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HOROSCOPE by Holiday Mathis ■ TODAY ARIES (March 21-April 19). Good drivers don’t accelerate while fixated on the rearview mirror. To avoid crashing into something ahead, look where you’re going, not where you’ve been. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). When it comes to certain subjects, you don’t have to work at loving them. When you’re engaged in their practice or study, you naturally radiate joy, as though this is what you were made for. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You’re trying to accomplish something that requires you to dig deeper into your feelings, behaviors and thought processes. For this reason, ignore all things petty and shallow. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Ironically, if you want peace, you’ll have to fight for it. Start with building your defense and erecting protective guards around your peace so it’s very difficult for anyone to rob you of it. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). A retreat isn’t always fleeing the scene. It can be a strategic move away from potential trouble sources and toward your own essence. Any move toward balance is a move toward strength. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’ve taken enough risks to know that if you risk in the same way many times, eventually, you will get comfortable with the very things that once frightened you. This is happening now. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You will wonder how much responsibility you should take for another person’s emotions. It depends on what the relationship is. Think
of your connection and responsibility levels as commensurate. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Most emotional dynamics are not something to overcome but rather something to accept. It is futile to reject any feeling you’re having. Just remember that you don’t have to act on your feelings. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You want to make a decision based on your own values and metrics, and others want you to do what works for and pleases them. Do it your way, as a compromise will please no ne. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Everyone is different. You’d be surprised by where the discrepancies lie and how vast they can be. It’s best not to assume that others know and understand what comes so easily to you. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You know what’s at stake and are unsure of how willing you are to risk it. Should you lose, what’s your backup plan? Gauge how eager you would be to follow that plan and you’ll know your next move. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). What goes disguised as a complex and nuanced problem is actually quite simple. It boils down to having the guts to do what falls in line with your own values, regardless of how acceptable that is to others.
As the coronavirus (COVID19) brings financial and medical implications to the South Lake Tahoe area, Barton Health and local donors have created a COVID-19 response fund to provide relief. The Barton Foundation is now accepting applications for financial assistance as part of the effort to help South Shore residents, families, healthcare workers and first responders impacted by the pandemic. Any resident or first responder in the South Shore area facing personal challenges or financial hardships from the outbreak is eligible to apply for a COVID-19 response fund grant. Consideration for funding will be given to individuals and organizations with proven needs in the following categories: •Seniors needing assistance due to home isolation •People with underlying health risks or medical issues •Food or medical supply scarcities •First responders and frontline healthcare workers •Essential employees needing support •Emergent needs
Applications for COVID-19 response fund grants can be found online in English and Spanish at bartonhealth. org/foundation and can be submitted electronically or via mail. Applications will be reviewed by the Barton Foundation’s Board of Trustees. While areas of applicants’ proven need will be considered during review, funding will be limited to $500 per household or organization. Donations to the COVID-19 Response Fund will continue to be accepted. One hundred percent of donations made to the Barton Foundation COVID-19 Response Fund will be dedicated to helping individuals, families and healthcare workers. Donations can be made by contacting Barton Foundation Executive Director, Chris Kiser, at 530.543.5612, or online at bartonhealth.org/foundation. All donations are tax deductible and unrestricted ensuring that grants can be awarded as quickly as possible. Barton Health encourages everyone to stay informed and follow the state’s guidelines which are posted at bartonhealth.org. If you or a loved one are experiencing symptoms of a respiratory illness call the Barton Health COVID-19 hotline: (530) 6001999.
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training with veteran coaches through Zoom Thomas Frey Staff writer Coaches for Foothill Gold Softball have been running practices through Zoom. The girls, who range in age from 8 to 10, are working on proper techniques for throwing and hitting and are practicing alone at home or with family. Courtesy photo Although the girls from the 8-10 Foothill Gold softball team can’t practice or play as a team, they are doing everything they can to be ready if the season starts up again. “Even though I can’t play softball the way I’d like, I’m working really hard at home so I’m ready to take the field when I can,” said Molly, one of Foothill Gold’s pitchers who lives in Shingle Springs The team was expecting to start its season in the Bownet Challenge March 14, but due to the spread of COVID-19, those games, as well as all of the games on the team’s schedule haven’t
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played in college. It’s been a softball life for the Ryans and in that softball life they have learned efficient ways of teaching that have made all of the girls on the team eager to practice. “Our coaches are really encouraging,” said Gina, a Foothill Gold player who hails from Cameron Park. “I miss the practices with everyone because you are used to seeing your friends and working hard with them. We always play as a team. The virtual practices are smart but I want to get back on the field soon.” Right now, safety is what the Ryans are preaching. While the girls could go practice in small groups on a softball field or a park together, the coaches are reinforcing the importance of staying home and practicing alone or with members of the household. “Staying home equals staying healthy,” said Caylee who lives in Camino and is also on the Foothill Gold roster. “This is just a bump in the road,” Nancy Ryan said. “We will pick it back up as soon as they allow us to get out there.”
5 tips on how to combat loneliness StatePoint content As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, many people are staying in their homes to help prevent the spread of the disease. Feeling lonely from time to time is natural, but this unprecedented time of social distancing could lead to increased loneliness. There are some easy ways to feel connected to others, even when you aren’t seeing them in person. Consider these tips from Dr. Doug Nemecek, Cigna chief medical officer for behavioral health. • Use technology … but not too much. Social media is a favorite and easy way to stay connected to family and friends, but too much use can leave you feeling lonely. Cigna’s 2020 U.S. Loneliness Index found that 72 percent of very heavy social media users identify themselves as lonely. Balance technology use with disconnecting and taking time for yourself. Use real-time interactions with others, like video chats, to build meaningful connections and limit time spent passively scrolling social media. Read a book, take a walk or do a puzzle after screen time. It may help you feel more connected when you spend time online. • Join a virtual club or group. There are plenty of resources available to find virtual book clubs, craft communities or even fitness challenges. You can start a new hobby, learn a skill or find others who are interested in the same things as you, remotely. Once the guidelines for social distancing are lifted, you’ll have new friends you can meet in person. • Spend time outdoors. Simply leaving your house to take a jog around your neighborhood or to walk your dog a few blocks could improve your spirits, refreshing you for the next time you virtually connect with others. • Ask those you reach out to how they’re really doing. How you connect with those in your n
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Signs go up to inspire those on the front lines Kevin Christensen Staff writer
to let hospital staff know its efforts in the battle against COVID-19 are appreciated. Health care workers were “She (Sanguinetti) has given a morale boost Wednesday confided to us the worry that she at Marshall Hospital. and all of the hospital staff are A group of close friends experiencing,” said Shenanigan known as the Sister and Somerset “Shenanigan resident Esther Dawson. Sisters” who “We decided to do the live in the “They truly are only thing we could and Grizzly Flat that is to find ways to our heroes.” and Somerset boost morale and show – Esther Dawson our appreciation.” areas decided they wanted to Somerset resident The group of friends send a message also reached out to in a big way Flowers on Main that to one of their delivered flowers to own, Connie Sanguinetti, as Sanguinetti at the hospital. well as the rest of the healthcare “We hope Connie and every workers at the Placerville hospital staff member finds hospital. this to be a happy surprise,” So they called up El Dorado Dawson added. “They truly are Hills-based yard greeting card our heroes.” The signage was up Democrat photo by Kevin Christensen business Card My Yard to put through Thursday. “Heroes work here” proclaims a yard greeting card set up at Marshall Hospital Wednesday by friends of a together an oversized display health care worker there. that reads “Heroes Work Here”
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network makes a significant difference in how lonely you feel. People tend to feel less lonely when connecting on a deeper level. Cigna’s study found that those who do not feel they have close relationships that give them emotional security and well-being have an average loneliness score of nearly 15 points higher than those that do. When video chatting with friends, ask them for their most honest response when you ask how they’re doing. Everyone will likely feel better for it. • Rethink working hours. We spend approximately 90,000 hours at work over our lifetime, so how we spend that time will play an important role in how we feel overall. Improving your work-life balance and connecting with colleagues can reduce loneliness. Your employer may also benefit from you feeling less lonely. Lonely employees are less productive, produce lower quality work and miss more days of work. So, talk to your boss about slight changes you can make to how you spend your working hours. This could help you feel less lonely and benefit your company. Being unable to spend time with others in-person will likely cause many of us to feel lonely, but there are ways to help lessen those feelings during this challenging time.
Public Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000316 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: lUCKY DOG PET SAlON, located at 4196 Sunset Lane, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Milane Pratt, 4196 Sunset Lane, 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: March 18, 2015. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Milane Pratt MILANE PRATT 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 March 17, 2020. 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) 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27 7660
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF AGNES V. FlANDERS CASE NO. PP20200054 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of AGNES V. FLANDERS A PETITION for Probate has been filed by ROBERT E. FLANDERS in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that ROBERT E. FLANDERS 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: June 3, 2020 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 8 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:
CLARA YANG Law Office of Clara Yang 2810 Coloma St., Ste. A Placerville, CA 95667 (530) 621-3624 4/6, 4/13, 4/20
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PUBlIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE - In accordance with Sec.106 of the Programmatic Agreement, T-Mobile West, LLC plans to upgrade an existing telecommunications facility at 3170 Gold Nugget Way Placerville, CA 95667 . Please direct comments to Gavin L. at 818-898-4866 regarding site SC09143A. 4/17, 4/20/20 CNS-3358894# THE MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT 4/17, 4/20 7671 PUBlIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE - In accordance with Sec.106 of the Programmatic Agreement, T-Mobile West, LLC plans to upgrade an existing telecommunications facility at 2585 Cold Springs Road Placerville, CA 95667 . Please direct comments to Gavin L. at 818-898-4866 regarding site SC14644Z. 4/17, 4/20/20 CNS-3359894# THE MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT 4/17, 4/20 7676 ADVERTISEMENT REqUESTING BIDS 2890 Mosquito Rd Placerville CA 95667 Title of Solicitation: Fleet Vehicle Heavy Equipment Backhoe Solicitation #: RFB20-002CST NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that El Dorado Irrigation District is seeking bids pertaining to the purchase of a Heavy Equipment Vehicle; Backhoe. Bids must be received by 3:00 p.m., PST, on Monday, May 4, 2020 via mail or electronic mail. Mailed in bids must be in a sealed envelope and mailed to the EID Headquarters Building located at the address listed above. If delivered by mail the bidder must allow sufficient time for delivery by the deadline. Emailed copies will be accepted but must include all required documents in PDF format and must be submitted by the deadline date and time. Emailed bids must be sent to: Cstlawrence@eid.org. Mailed in envelope(s) must be clearly marked: “Attn: Christine St. lawrence RFB20-002CST Fleet Vehicle Heavy Equipment Backhoe Do Not Open.” Interested Vendors may obtain the Contract Documents on the District’s Customer Service website by visiting: https://www.eid.org/doing-business-witheid/procurement-and-contracts. District specifically reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to reject any or all Bids, or to waive inconsequential deviations from Bid requirements not involving time, price, or quality of the Work. Dated this 14th day of April, 2020 EL DORADO IRRIGATION DISTRICT Christine St. Lawrence, Buyer II (530) 642-4125, Cstlawrence@eid.org 4/20, 4/27 7686 ADVERTISEMENT REqUESTING BIDS 2890 Mosquito Rd Placerville CA 95667 Title of Solicitation: Fleet Vehicle Heavy Equipment Vacuum Truck Solicitation #: RFB20-003CST NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that El Dorado Irrigation District is seeking bids pertaining to the purchase of a Heavy Equipment Vehicle; Vacuum Truck. Bids must be received by 3:00 p.m., PST, on Monday, May 4, 2020 via mail or electronic mail. Mailed in bids must be in a sealed envelope and mailed to the EID Headquarters Building located at the address listed above. If delivered by mail the bidder must allow sufficient time for delivery by the deadline. Emailed copies will be accepted but must include all required documents in PDF format and must be submitted by the deadline date and time. Emailed bids must be sent to: Cstlawrence@eid.org. Mailed in envelope(s) must be clearly marked: “Attn: Christine St. lawrence RFB20-003CST Fleet Vehicle - Heavy Equipment Vacuum Truck
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to the program because I realized how many people are hurting from their businesses closing up as a result of this health crisis.” The giveaway is divided up into categories with assigned value limits that include a complete deck replacement (one available up to $30,000 in value); complete siding replacement (one available up to $26,500 in value); complete roof replacement (one available up to $20,000 in value); solar system (one available up to $15,000 in value); heating/air conditioning system (one available up to $15,000 in value); roof repair or gutter replacement (five available up to $2,000 each in value); painting services (one available up to $5,000 in value); skylight replacement (one available up to $1,500 in value); deck sealing (one available up to $1,000 in value); and a garage door (one available up to $1,000 in value).
Winners will be determined by weekly drawings. Founded in 1999 by Borba, Straight Line Construction began as a roofing company and now offers residential services for roof replacement and repairs, gutters, decks, siding and window replacement. Straight line has since been improving homes in this community and giving back to those in need, with past fundraising efforts helping to support the Food Bank of El Dorado County. Borba said participants in the Heroes Home Improvement Giveaway can enter once each day and even complete bonus entry options/forms to increase the opportunity for nominees to win. For more information on how to nominate someone visit straightlineconstruction.com or call (530)-672-9995.
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Do Not Open.” Interested Vendors may obtain the Contract Documents on the District’s Customer Service website by visiting: https://www.eid.org/doing-business-witheid/procurement-and-contracts. District specifically reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to reject any or all Bids, or to waive inconsequential deviations from Bid requirements not involving time, price, or quality of the Work. Dated this 14th day of April, 2020 EL DORADO IRRIGATION DISTRICT Christine St. Lawrence, Buyer II (530) 642-4125, Cstlawrence@eid.org 4/20, 4/27 7687 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000376 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CAlIFORNIA GASTROENTEROlOGY, located at 5312 Amber Fields Dr., Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Russell F. Jacoby, 5312 Amber Fields Dr., 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: January 1, 2020. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Russell F. Jacoby RUSSELL F. JACOBY 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 April 13, 2020. 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) 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 7688
NOTICE OF PUBlIC HEARING The County of El Dorado Planning Commission will hold a public hearing in the Planning Commission Hearing Room, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 on May 14, 2020, at 8:30 a.m., to consider the following: Tentative Subdivision Map Time Extension TM-E19-0001/Bass Lake North submitted by NORM BROWN to request for six one-year time extensions to approved Phased Tentative Subdivision Map TM14-1522 creating 90 residential lots, two right-of-way lots and four open space lots, resulting in a new expiration date of February 28, 2026. The property, identified by Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 115-400-006, 115-400-007 and 115400-008, consisting of 38.57 acres, is located on the east side of Sienna Ridge Road approximately 800 feet east of the intersection with Bass Lake Road, in the El Dorado Hills area, Supervisorial District 1. (County Planner: Tom Purciel, 530-6215903) (Statutory Exemption pursuant to Section 15182 of the CEQA Guidelines)** Agenda and Staff Reports are available prior at https://eldorado.legistar.com/ Calendar.aspx All persons interested are invited to write their comments to the Planning Commission in advance of the hearing. In light of COVID-19, all persons may be required to observe and participate in the hearing remotely as in-person attendance may be restricted depending on the current COVID-19 recommendations as the hearing date approaches. For the current remote options, including whether in-person attendance is allowed or a potential change in hearing location if in-person attendance resumes, please check the meeting Agenda no less than 72 hours before the meeting, which will be posted at https://eldorado.legistar.com/Calendar. aspx. 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 Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. 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. **This project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the above-referenced section, and it is not subject to any further environmental review. To ensure delivery to the Commission prior to the hearing, 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 TIFFANY SCHMID, Executive Secretary April 20, 2020 4/20 7689 ORDINANCE NO. 5121 AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ADOPTING ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF THE COUNTY HEALTH OFFICER’S ORDER PERTAINING TO NON-ESSENTIAL TRAVEL TO THE LAKE TAHOE BASIN WHEREAS, on March 4, 2020, Governor Newsom issued a proclamation of a State of Emergency for the State of California due to the COVID-19 pandemic. WHEREAS, on March 12, 2020, El Dorado County’s Health Officer declared a local health emergency based on an imminent and proximate threat to public health from the introduction of COVID-19 in the County of El Dorado, which declaration was ratified by the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors by Resolution No. 051-2020 on March 17, 2020. WHEREAS, on March 12, 2020, the El Dorado County Sheriff, as the County’s Director of the Office of Emergency Services, proclaimed a local emergency based on conditions of extreme peril to the safety of persons and property within the territorial limits of the County of El Dorado as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, which proclamation was ratified by the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors by Resolution No. 052-2020 on March 17, 2020. WHEREAS, on March 12, 2020, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-25-20 ordering residents to “heed any orders and guidance of state and local public health officials, including but not limited to the imposition of social distancing measures, to control the spread of COVID-19.” WHEREAS, on March 19, 2020, El Dorado County’s Health Officer issued a directive, which directed that all individuals living in the County remain at their place of residence to the fullest extent possible and only travel for essential purposes, except as otherwise set forth in the directive. WHEREAS, on March 19, 2020, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-3320, which directed all California residents to immediately heed the California Department of Public Health’s directives to stay home or at their place of residence except as needed to maintain continuity of operations of the identified federal critical infrastructure sectors. WHEREAS, on March 24, 2020, El Dorado County’s Health Officer issued a directive clarifying the Governor’s March 19 “stayat-home order” pertaining to the use of lodging facilities in El Dorado County. WHEREAS, on April 3, 2020, El Dorado County’s Health Officer issued an order restricting non-essential travel into the El Dorado County portion of the Lake Tahoe Basin. WHEREAS, travel into the Lake Tahoe Basin for non-essential purposes continues to take place and these visitors further impact an already decreased availability of essential supplies and food at grocery stores and pharmacies. WHEREAS, Barton Memorial Hospital is the only general acute care hospital in the Tahoe Basin and it has been notified that its usual back-up facilities for accommodating patient surge will not be accepting patient transfers due to COVID-19 cases already impacting them. WHEREAS, people traveling to the mountains for non-essential travel, particularly those engaging in winter recreation activities, can have non-COVID related injuries and illnesses which divert the limited, overworked, first responders and medical personnel at a time when the resources are already constrained. WHEREAS, spring weather conditions in the Tahoe area can change rapidly, and in the event of severe spring storms, it might be impossible to transport patients safely if Barton is unable to care for all of the patients in Tahoe.
WHEREAS, high altitudes create breathing issues for many people and can make it more difficult to successfully treat people with respiratory illnesses like COVID. WHEREAS, a violation of the County Health Officer’s orders made to control the spread of COVID-19 is a violation of Executive Order N-25-20, which, in turn, is a misdemeanor pursuant to Government Code section 8665. WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code sections 120275 and 120295 make it a misdemeanor to violate certain sections of the Health and Safety Code, including those requiring individuals to comply with health orders to facilitate isolation. WHEREAS, the immediate enforcement of the orders of the County Health Officer is necessary for the effective implementation of such orders for the purpose of controlling the spread of COVID-19 in El Dorado County. WHEREAS, Government Code section 53069.4 provides authority for the County of El Dorado to set administrative penalties for violation of any ordinance and the establishment of such administrative penalties as a mechanism to enforce certain orders of the County Health Officer on an urgency basis is necessary for such remedy to be effective and useful. WHEREAS, Government Code section 25131 expressly authorizes the Board of Supervisors to adopt an urgency ordinance immediately upon its introduction and Government Code section 25123 makes such an urgency ordinance effective immediately. NOW, THEREFORE, the Board of Supervisors of the County of El Dorado ordains as follows: SECTION 1. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE The Board of Supervisors of the County of El Dorado finds and declares all of the following: A. The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein. B. In order to address the immediate threat to the public peace, health, safety, and welfare,this ordinance helps to ensure that specified orders of the County Health Officer, issued for the purpose of controlling the spread of COVID-19, are followed by providing an administrative enforcement mechanism as an alternative to the mechanisms already available. C. Pursuant to Government Code 53069.4, the Board of Supervisors elects to create an administrative penalty and hearing process for the purpose of enforcing specified orders of the County Health Officer that are issued for the purpose of controlling the spread of COVID-19. D. The potential damage caused by a violation of specified orders of the County Health Officer demands a substantial penalty so as to provide an effective deterrent to violating such orders. SECTION 2. TITLE This ordinance may be referred to as the “COVID-19 Administrative Penalties Ordinance.” SECTION 3. DEFINITIONS A. “Board” means the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors B. “Citation” or “Administrative Citation” means a civil citation issued pursuant to this Ordinance or El Dorado County Ordinance Code section 9.02.180 et seq. C. “County” means the County of El Dorado. D. “Days” means calendar days. E. “Enforcement Official” means the El Dorado County Health Officer or designee, any Code Enforcement Officer appointed by the Director of Planning and Building, or anyone identified as an Enforcement Official pursuant to Chapter 9.02 of the El Dorado County Ordinance Code. F. “Non-Essential Travel Order” means the County Health Officer’s April 3, 2020 order regarding non-essential travel to the Lake Tahoe Basin (as may be modified from time-to-time by the County Health Officer), which reflects the Governor’s orders to heed the orders of local public health officials (see Executive Order N-25-20) and to stay home or at one’s place of residence except as needed to maintain continuity of operations of the identified federal critical infrastructure sectors (see Executive Order N-33-20). G. “Responsible Party” means an individual or legal entity, or the agent or legal guardian of such individual or entity, whose action or failure to act violates the Non-Essential Travel Order. SECTION 4. VIOLATION AND ENFORCEMENT A. The Non-Essential Travel Order (as may be modified from time-to-time by the County Health Officer) is hereby incorporated into this ordinance as the law of the County of El Dorado. B. A violation of the Non-Essential Travel Order shall be a violation of this Ordinance and, as such, may be enforced
as provided in the El Dorado County Ordinance Code or as a civil violation through imposition of an administrative citation as detailed herein. C. This Ordinance provides for enforcement proceedings that are supplemental to all other enforcement proceedings provided by local, state, or federal law, whether administrative,civil, or criminal in nature. As such, the provisions of this Ordinance may be utilized alone or in conjunction with other remedies. Election to employ one or more such remedies shall be at the sole discretion of the County and shall be without prejudice to the County choosing to also proceed simultaneously or subsequently by pursuing different enforcement proceedings. D. This Ordinance may be enforced by an Enforcement Official. SECTION 5. ISSUANCE OF ADMINISTRATIVE CITATION; FINES A. Except as otherwise modified by this Ordinance, Administrative Citations and fines issued pursuant to this Ordinance shall be subject to the procedural and substantive provisions regarding Administrative Citations and fines contained within Chapter 9.02 of the El Dorado County Ordinance Code. B. Any Responsible Party violating the Non-Essential Travel Order may be issued an Administrative Citation by the Enforcement Official. C. The Enforcement Official may issue an Administrative Citation for a violation not committed in their presence if they determine through investigation that the Responsible Party did commit or is otherwise responsible for the violation. D. When an Enforcement Official discovers or otherwise determines that a violation of the Non-Essential Travel Order may have occurred, such Enforcement Official shall notify the Responsible Party in writing or by phone of the alleged violation and request written verification within 48 hours and under penalty of perjury of their essential travel need. E. If the Responsible Party has not provided satisfactory information of an essential travel need or otherwise abated the alleged violation after expiration of 48 hours from initial notification of the alleged violation, the Enforcement Official may issue an Administrative Citation to the Responsible Party imposing an administrative fine as set forth herein. F. An Administrative Citation shall be served on the Responsible Party as provided in Section 9.02.120 of the El Dorado County Ordinance Code. G. The fine for a violation of this Ordinance shall be $1,000 per violation. Each and everyday a violation exists may constitute a separate and distinct offense. SECTION 6. SEVERABILITY The provisions of this Ordinance are separate and severable. If any provision of this Ordinance is for any reason held by a court to be invalid, the Board declares that it would have passed this Ordinance irrespective of the invalidity of the provision held to be invalid and such invalidity shall therefore not affect the remaining provisions of this Ordinance or the validity of its application to other persons or circumstances. SECTION 7. EFFECTIVE DATE Pursuant to Government Code section 25123(d) and for the reasons stated herein, this Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption by the Board of Supervisors. However, enforcement of this Ordinance with respect to individuals travelling to property that they own in the El Dorado County portion of the Lake Tahoe Basin shall be stayed pending further action of the Board of Supervisors. This Ordinance shall sunset upon expiration of the County Health Officer’s Non-Essential Travel Order. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of El Dorado at a regular meeting of said Board, held on the 14th day of April, 2020, by the following vote of said Board: Ayes: Veerkamp, Frentzen, Novasel, Hidahl, Parlin Noes: None Absent: None ATTEST KIM DAWSON Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By /s/ Kyra Scharffenberg Deputy Clerk /s/ Brian K. Veerkamp Chair, Board of Supervisors APPROVED AS TO FORM DAVID A. LIVINGSTON COUNTY COUNSEL By David Livingston 4/20 7690
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would be the person had suffered a loss of income related to COVID-19 or had to miss work due to having to care for a child who would otherwise be in school. The board unanimously adopted the policy that will begin with March billing. It will remain until the shelter-in-place order is lifted or until the board decides otherwise. The outcome of proposed changes to the finance committee was also influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially the item before the board was to approve an expansion of its role and responsibilities. Nelson explained that interacting with the finance committee was already taking between 6 to 10 hours a month of his time and he worried that expanding the finance committee’s role and responsibilities would increase the amount of time staff would have to devote to it. Director Dave Halpin responded
with a motion to disband the finance committee, a motion that failed to gain a second. Instead Director Dane Wadle motioned to suspend the finance committee during the COVID-19 pandemic. That motion passed with President David Souza supporting it along with Directors Halpin and Wadle. Opposed were Directors Mike Saunders and Cindy Garcia.
Irrigation season to begin soon
In a separate item the board approved the start of irrigation season next month. During the discussion Director Garcia brought up that some customers had asked that the season be delayed a month and instead of going from May 1 to October 1, it start June 1 and go to Nov. 1. Nelson explained that delaying the season one month would make it difficult for staff to carry out necessary
maintenance work on irrigation ditches that occurs in October before the winter rains and snow arrive. Billing would also be affected as people are billed in advance for the water. After a short discussion the board voted unanimously to keep the current dates of the irrigation season. Operations Manager Darrell Creeks reported that Stumpy Meadows Reservoir is full and the district expects a normal season of irrigation water supply for customers. Applications for irrigation water are down by 5% for the coming season in comparison to last year; that will translate into around $4,000-a-month less in revenue. Creeks reported that installation of a generator to operate the office in the event of a power shutdown was expected to be completed that week. He also noted that the office suffered a break-in
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a couple of weeks ago and a used truck and some clothing items were stolen. The thief drove the truck through the yard gate, knocking it off its hinges. The truck has reportedly since been seen driving around town with a different set of license plates on it. The board also unanimously approved entering into a mutual-aid agreement with a group called the California Water/ Wastewater Agency Response Network (CalWARN). The regional network includes water and wastewater agencies in Placer, El Dorado, Sacramento and Amador counties. Mutual aid could be in the form of personnel, equipment or supplies. If aid is requested, agencies providing assistance could ask that related costs be reimbursed by the requesting agency. “It’s a way to reach out to another district for help,” said Nelson.
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CA qualified applicator Lic# 139619
(530) 620-5725
www.eldoradoweedcontrol.com
Well Drilling
discount exteriors painting
Jim crook
Locally Owned • Pollock Pines Serving El Dorado County • Bus Lic 058736 CSLB 991861 Workers’ Comp Insured LTO A11207
Tree Service
Yard Clean-up • Maintenance Weedeating • Trimming Tree Pruning & Removal Free Estimates • Fully Insured
State Contr. Lic.
www.eliteroofing.com
“We offer Grade-A quality service to our customers.”
DaviD Santana Commercial
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
Tree Service
Sprinklers Repair • Drip Systems Fence Repair • Clean Ups • & Hauling
IMBODEN’S ELECTRIC
Since 1992
New Roofs • Re-Roofs • Repairs
Rodriguez Yard Maintenance
Electrical Contractors
CA Lic. 817230
In-Home Care
Landscape Maintenance
GUARANTEED CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
Credit Cards & Apple Pay Accepted
License HCO #94700005
Child CareIn Available Comprehensive Home Care
Construction
■ Additions ■ Remodeling ■ New Construction ■ Consultation ■ Plans/Designs
Commercial Residential Industrial
Serving all of El Dorado County
Construction
CAMARA CONSTRUCTION
530-626-7842
License #A11459
DECKS • ADDITIONS • REMODEL
csL#496-984
GARY C. TANKO WELL DRILLING, INC.
Pump sales & service
30 years experience in the area CSL # 282501
(530) 622-2591