Mountain Democrat, Monday, August 28, 2023

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Cameron Park CSD budget $500K in the red

Isaac Streeter

Staff writer

The Cameron Park Community Services District Board of Directors approved the 2023-24 budget though its tough decisions are far from over.

The final approved budget totaling $8,566,211 and supported by a 3-2 vote Aug. 16 will see the CSD operate with a $503,173 deficit.

CPCSD Board President Sidney Bazett, Vice President Monique Scobey and Director Eric Aiston made up the ayes. Directors Dawn Wolfson and Tim

Horse-drawn carriage petition brought to SLT City Council

Ashleigh Goodwin

Tahoe Daily Tribune

During the Aug. 8 meeting of the South Lake Tahoe City Council members of the community stepped forward to ask the council to ban horse drawn carriages in Heavenly Village, citing alleged mistreatment of the horses.

“We care about bears and puppies in Tahoe, we should give equal concern and care to horses,” Angie Reegan, owner of Peace Love Tahoe said in a statement to the council, asking council members to look further into the carriages.

A petition gained support after it was launched, followed by public outcry, but according to Dwight and Dianna Borges, owners of Borges Sleigh and Carriage Rides, the petition is not based in facts. The Borges family has been operating the business for five decades.

“(The business) started in 1965 and since that time we have learned a

lot,” Dwight said. As a result, Dwight added, “Our horses are the best cared for around.”

The Borges keep their horses at Carson Valley Ranch, home to 12 Belgian draft horses, where they graze on 40 acres of pasture.

“It’s insulting and unfortunate the way things have turned out, but the tourism community has come out to support me directly,” Dwight said.

Duane Wallace, executive director of the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce, said the horses are not just part of the Borges family business but part of their family.

Dianna shared that the petition has drawn action from passers-by, screaming hate filled messages at the teamsters, horses and patrons, such as, “Your horses would be better off dead.”

This recent petition is not the first time the Borges family has come under fire.

“We have been dealing with animal rights activists for many years and they have made suggestions for shade and more water and we have made adjustments,” Dwight said. “We have umbrellas for the horses even though they shake and move and spook the horses, but we’ve always had water for them.”

Longtime local and animal rights activist Michelle Schultz filed a witness report with El Dorado County Animal Services, in which she included photos of the horses without water and the dash gauge in her vehicle showing 91

Israel voted no.

The initial assessment of the budget in June revealed the CSD would be operating at a $862,327 deficit, due to a nearly $1 million increase to the approved Cal Fire contract.

The budget presented to board members last week had cut more than $400,000.

This included reducing CSD seasonal and parttime wages — the funds used to pay lifeguards and day camp employees — from nearly $213,000 to $128,000. Employees at the entrance to Cameron Park Lake will be replaced with an automatic gate

expected to be installed in the coming months.

Rental fees for use of the pool by swim teams like AquaSol and the Sierra Sharks will be increased. These increased fees will be set later this fall and begin in January, according to interim General Manager Jill Ritzman.

All members of the board excluding Wolfson were in favor of continuing funding for a recreation coordinator position, which was eliminated in the initial proposal.

“The arguments for restoring the recreation

Petal palette

Two years after the Caldor Fire, the burn scar continues to show signs of new life as the Sierra Nevada’s palette of colorful flora paints the blackened landscape. This Sierra daisy’s purple petals, above, stand out surrounded by charred forest along Lyons Creek July 30. Wildflowers seem to have gotten a boost from the record precipitation that stacked the high country in snow this past winter.

Pictured at right is a thicket of yampah, lupine and Indian paintbrush, as well as Sierra daisies.

Mountain Democrat photos by Krysten Kellum

late season snow report received

After a year of historic snowfall, all of the remote “snow-pillow” snow-measuring sensors maintained by the California Cooperative Snow Surveys Program are snow-free as of July 31. While there is still snow left at very high elevations in the Sierra Nevada, this is the latest date when any sensors in the electronic monitoring network recorded snow in the past 25 years. The network has only reported snow remaining in July at sensor locations in nine of the past 25 years. Before this year, the latest date sensors reported snow in the past 25 years was July 23, 1998.

Photo courtesy of California Department of Water Resources

Jacquelyn Charlene

Beard

April 23, 1945 – Aug. 12, 2023

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Jacquelyn Charlene (Horner) Beard on August 12, 2023.

Jackie peacefully departed with her husband and so many loved ones by her side. We are eternally grateful that during her last days she was surrounded by family and friends who loved her immensely.

Jackie was born in Nevada City, CA on April 23, 1945 to Jack and Marion Horner. She spent most of her childhood in San Juan Bautista and Hollister, CA. Later, she attended Lincoln High School in Stockton, CA.

After high school, she moved to Sacramento to attend Sacramento City College. It was there that she met her husband of 56 years, Bill Beard. Together, they raised two loving daughters, Kristyn and Jill.

Once their daughters were grown, Jackie and Bill bought property in Rescue, CA, where they enjoyed hosting holidays and family events. During this time they welcomed their son-in-laws, Je and Keith, into the family and shared a special bond with each.

Jackie’s greatest joy in life came from being a grandmother to her five grandchildren, Will, Ella, Sam, Olivia and Ben. She was dedicated to each and cherished every moment with them.

Jackie touched so many lives. She was truly oneof-a-kind. She was the life of the party and led the way for everyone in her path. Memories of her will live on and be kept in our hearts forever.

A memorial service will be held in her honor on September 2, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Church in El Dorado Hills, CA.

William Edward (Bud)

Sterns

Oct. 8, 1957 – July 27, 2023

William Edward Sterns, a ectionately known as “Bud” passed away at the age of 65 in Hawthorne, Nevada.

Born on October 8, 1957 in Garrett, Indiana, Bud was a beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend. Bud and his family relocated from Indiana to El Dorado County, CA (Placerville area) in 1960. Bud grew up and went to school locally (El Dorado High School, class of 1975). Bud relocated from Placerville, CA to Hawthorne, NV in the early 1990s.

Bud was a truck driver by trade and drove for several companies; American Linen Service, Clifton & Warren (often participating in their annual Hay Bucking contest at the El Dorado County Fair), Nor-Cal Beverage, Bulk Transport and The Hawthorne Army Depot. Bud was also a skilled mechanic for the Hawthorne Army Depot until his retirement. There wasn’t anything Bud couldn’t fix.

Bud’s passion for softball was evident throughout his life. He played on several teams in California and Nevada. He was a member of the El Capitan traveling softball team where he showcased his skills as a pitcher. Bud’s love for the game was matched only by his practical joking nature. His legendary pranks brought laughter to all who knew him. In addition to his athletic pursuits, Bud had a unique hobby of collecting keys and worked as a part-time locksmith. In his free time, Bud enjoyed fishing and going shooting with his family and friends. In his younger days, Bud was an avid hunter who loved the outdoors.

Beyond his professional achievements, Bud cherished his role as a loving and caring individual. His family and friends held a special place in his heart. Bud spoke often of his two greatest accomplishments - his children; his daughter Alyssa and his son, Chance. Bud will be greatly missed by his wife, Corinne Sterns, and his children, Alyssa Sterns (grandson, Wyatt) and Chance Sterns, as well as others he is survived by; his mother, Norma Andrews, his sister, Nita Boydell, his brothers, Michael Sterns, Jim Sterns and Bill Harbaugh, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Bud’s legacy will live on through his children. Bud had a great impact on those fortunate to have known him, with his warm-hearted nature, unwavering love for family and friends, his sense of humor and ability to bring laughter to any situation. He will never be forgotten, nor will his legendary mustache. William Edward “Bud” Sterns was a remarkable individual who touched the lives of many. As per Bud’s wishes, there will be no services held. May he rest in peace.

CRIME LOG

Janice Glenn Griffin

Sept. 16, 1939 - July 5, 2023

Janice Glenn Gri n passed away on July 5, 2023. She was born in Halletsville, Texas on September 16, 1939. She grew up in Halletsville and was in her sophomore year of high school when her father was transferred to Fresno, CA. She completed her high school education and graduated from Fresno High School.

She then attended the University of Oklahoma for two years. Returning to Fresno, she started working for Bank of America as a bank teller.

While working for the bank, she married Robert McDonald. They had two children, Michael and Carol. Robert worked for an oil trucking company. They moved to Moraga for several years. While living there, Janice started a business called Galaxy Business Forms. She ran the business until 2021.

Janice moved with Robert to Georgetown, where they bought a new home. While there, Robert became ill and she moved him to The Pines Rest Home in Placerville for about five years. She was his caregiver and to others at The Pines. Robert died after living there for five years. She then moved to Cameron Park from 2002 until the present. There she joined the Episcopal Church of Our Saviour in Placerville, and was very active in the church. She was also active in the ladies prayer group and was in charge of the quilting group. She read prayers of the people at the first service. She also helped Kathy Fritschi in the kitchen doing meal preparation. Janice was an avid bridge player, and belonged to several bridge groups. Janice met Charles at the church in 2003 and went to various church and community activities. They were married by the church in 2010, and were happily married until her death July 5, 2023.

A memorial service for Janice is planned for September 9, 2023 at 11:00 am at the Church of Our Saviour in Placerville. Her remains will be placed in the church columbarium following the service. Co ee will be served after the interment service as we celebrate her life.

Stephen A. Corey

July 31, 1957 – Aug. 8, 2023

Stephen Anthony Corey, 66, died at home in Placerville, California on August 8, 2023. He was born in Barre, Vermont, the first son of Anthony and Joanne (Stanley) Corey on July 31, 1957.

Steve grew up in Barre, attending St. Monica School and graduating from Spaulding High School in 1975. He attended Plymouth State College, and then headed west to California with his friend Wayne Calderara. They drove an AMC Rambler without reverse on an epic 3000 mile road trip. Steve settled in San Jose, where he worked for Sperry Computer Systems. He eventually moved to Placerville, settling into a little craftsman house in the woods with his beloved dog, Chili.

He was known for his adventures, either on his motorcycle or in his boat. He loved the California lifestyle and made it his home. He was working for Schilling Robotics in Shingle Springs at the time of his death.

He was the much beloved brother of Susan Perry and her late husband, Paul of Barre, VT; Thomas Corey and his wife Sonny of Kingwood, TX; and his sister Cheryl Collins and her partner Gary Mawe of Essex, VT; four nieces and nephews, Thomas Corey of Corpus Christi, TX; Cinnamon Guarino and husband Tom of Los Angeles, CA; Sage Collins and husband PJ Marchand and son Asher James of Grand Isle VT; and Lara Collins and her partner Jon Bolster of Sydney, Australia. Steve also had two step-nieces and nephews, Melissa Jensen, her husband Sam and son Silas; and Lance Perry, his wife Christine and daughters Mya and Hayley all of Barre, VT. Steve is also survived by his dear friend Beth Crayton of Danville, CA and her children Amy and Drew. He leaves behind many beloved cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Tony and Joanne. Steve was a deeply loved son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend.

There will be a gathering of family and friends to celebrate and remember Steve’s life at a later time. Donations in memory of Steve can be made to your local humane society or animal rescue organization.

The following was taken from Placerville Police Department logs:

Aug. 10

6:57 a.m. Officer cited a 37-yearold suspected of vandalism on Broadway.

7:32 p.m. Officers cited two men, ages 47 and 61, allegedly illegally camping on Ferndale Court.

8:41 a.m. Vehicle theft was reported on Forni Road.

10:38 a.m. Officers cited a 36-year-old man suspected littering near a waterway on Broadway.

8:45 p.m. Officers arrested a 44-year-old man on suspicion of a probation violation on Fair Lane.

9:39 p.m. A vehicle fled when approached by officers on Cold Springs Road. No pursuit was initiated.

Aug. 11

7:21 a.m. Officers arrested a 67-year-old man who had an outstanding warrant on Schnell School Road.

7:46 a.m. Officers cited a 35-year-old woman suspected of trespassing on Schnell School Road.

Aug. 12

6:33 a.m. Officers cited a 39-yearold man reportedly found in possession of methamphetamine on Center Street.

7:07 a.m. A bicycle was found on Blairs Lane.

9 a.m. Officers cited a 27-year-old man suspected of trespassing on Placerville Drive.

9:05 a.m. Officers cited a 64-yearold man reportedly found in possession of illegal drugs and a pipe on Placerville Drive.

9:38 a.m. Officers arrested a 28-year-old man on suspicion of burglary on Ray Lawyer Drive.

5 p.m. Phones were reported stolen on Main Street.

6:37 p.m. Officers arrested a 66-year-old man who had an outstanding warrant on Broadway. Offers also reported finding narcotics in the suspect’s vehicle.

7:28 p.m. Officers arrested a 37-year-old woman allegedly caught tempering with prune tanks on Placerville Drive.

She was also allegedly under the influence of a controlled substance.

Aug. 13

1:01 p.m. Officers arrested a 47-year-old man who had an outstanding warrant on Broadway.

9:49 p.m. Officers arrested a 34-year-old man on suspicion of being under the influence of a controlled substance on Fair Lane. The suspect allegedly kicked offers during the arrest.

Aug. 14

7:30 p.m. Theft of gas from a gas tank was reported on Spring Street.

9:42 p.m. Officers arrested a 29-year-old man on suspicion of possession of narcotics and being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.

Aug. 15

6:20 p.m. Officers arrested a 46-year-old man on suspicion of origin on a suspended license and possession of methamphetamine on Main Street.

Aug. 16

7:06 a.m. Officers cited a 73-yearold woman reportedly found in possession of methamphetamine and illegal drug paraphernalia on Broadway.

7:30 a.m. Officers cited a 35-yearold woman allegedly trespassing on Schnell School Road.

7:53 a.m. Officers cited a 68-yearold man reportedly found in possession of methamphetamine and illegal drug paraphernalia on Smith Flat Road.

8:08 a.m. Officers cited a 54-year-old man reportedly found in possession of illegal drug paraphernalia on Smith Flat Road.

10:38 a.m. Officers cited a 68-year-old man who was intoxication on Placerville Drive. He was transported to the hospital for treatment.

5:46 p.m. Officers arrested a 63-year-old man on suspicion of child abuse on Placerville Drive.

6:38 p.m. Officers arrested a 32-year-old man suspected of a probation violation on Canal Street.

9 p.m. Four backpacks were found on Main Street.

Newsom appoints new El Dorado County judge

Odin Rasco

Staff writer

Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the appointment of 10 new judges across the state Aug. 18, including one who will preside over El Dorado County Superior Court’s Department 8. Hana Balfour, a Democrat, will fill the vacancy left by Judge Dylan Sullivan, who served on the bench for nine years before retiring in April. Prior to her appointment as judge, Balfour had been appointed as Court Commissioner for the county, according to a press release from the court in January. While serving as commissioner, Balfour specialized in cases involving juvenile dependency and delinquency, guardianships, child support, domestic

Hana Balfour

violence and civil harassment and traffic.

Balfour has served on multiple committees regarding court improvement, including the establishment of the Sacramento Family Treatment Court, a model drug treatment court in the nation. She has testified before the state legislature regarding dependencyrelated legislation and has organized multiple continuing legal education programs

for dependency practitioners.

Prior to her time with the county court, Balfour was an associate at the law office of Dale S. Wilson from 200006, and managing attorney there from 2006-22, according to a press release from the Governor’s Office. Balfour received her juris doctorate from McGeorge School of Law and is a member of the Traynor Society, having graduated with honors. She received her bachelor of arts in political science from the University of California, Davis, where she was also an AllAmerican gymnast.

Balfour will preside over the court’s Dept. 8 at this time but may move to another department if a replacement is found, according to a county court representative.

Courtesy Photo

food Bank of El Dorado County team members pose with “Good Packs” before they were collected and shipped to Maui.

Food Bank pitches in support for Maui Victims

Odin Rasco

Staff writer

The Food Bank of El Dorado County helped assist a Seattle-based charity in supporting victims of the Maui wildfires.

Greater Good Charities had prepositioned 5,000 of their modular “Good Packs” with the food bank in case of an emergency. These packs contain essentials for humanitarian relief, including a reusable water bottle, a toothbrush and toothpaste, a blanket and a t-shirt. Some of these packs also include supplies for pets such as food and a collapsible food and water bowl.

Greater Good Charities informed the food bank about its planned “Good Flight” partnership with Southwest Airlines that would

crime log

The following was taken from El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office logs: aug. 12

2:33 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 51-year-old man suspected of a probation violation on Mesa Verdes Drive in El Dorado Hills. He was later released.

3:21 a.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 27-yearold man suspected of DUI on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. He was later released.

4:02 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 29-year-old man suspected

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shuttle supplies for relief efforts to Maui and displaced pets back to the mainland for adoption.

Greater Good Charities organizers requested to have the Good Packs transported to Oakland, so the food bank team got to work repackaging the packs into smaller boxes for easier transport and distribution.

The packs were collected by a Greater Good hired courier service and reached Oakland on Tuesday, Aug. 15, before touching down in Maui on Thursday, Aug. 17.

“Thank you, (Food Bank of El Dorado County), for helping us help people directly affected by the Maui fires,” Greater Good Charities officials state in a Facebook post announcing the collaboration.

“These Good Packs will make a real difference.”

of possession of a controlled substance on Pleasant Valley Road in Placerville. He was later released.

5:38 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 31-year-old man suspected of disorderly conduct on Old Bass Lake Road in El Dorado Hills. He was later released.

8:15 a.m. Vandalism was reported on Meadow Lane in Cameron Park.

8:26 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 23-year-old man suspected of battery on Salmon Falls Road in Pilot Hill. He was listed in custody in lieu of $5,000 bail.

8:30 a.m. Deputies booked

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coordinator position were very compelling and I recognize the impact that cut would have had on Cameron Park CSD’S people and programs,” Wolfson stated. “I voted no because we were already running on a deficit and this change increased it.”

According to Ritzman, the cost to reinstate funding for the position

into jail a 39-year-old woman suspected of a probation violation on Fox Run Road in Georgetown. She was listed in custody in lieu of $5,000 bail.

9:30 a..m. Battery was reported on Service Court in Diamond Springs.

2:26 p.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 41-year-old man suspected of vehicle theft and evading officers on Highway 50 at El Dorado Road. He was listed in custody in lieu $155,000 bail.

3:14 p.m. Burglary was reported on Sudbury Road in Cameron Park.

and support positions would cost an additional $87,000 for a full year. This lone modification was approved in the final budget.

Despite being in support of keeping the recreation coordinator, Director Israel said he voted against the approval of the budget due to a lack of a corresponding cut.

Time to call your Assembly representative; demand they reject ACA 1

Prior to the successful passage of Proposition 13 in 1978, Howard Jarvis tried several times to bring property tax relief to beleaguered California homeowners. While coming close, it wasn’t until 1978 when voters overwhelmingly passed Proposition 13 over the opposition of virtually every political institution and newspaper in California.

As they say, timing is everything. What changed the political dynamic so abruptly in 1978 was the fact that thousands of California homeowners were being taxed out of their homes. That also explains why, to this day, Proposition 13 retains its popularity even as the state has become more “progressive.”

Earlier this month there were two competing press events over Assembly Constitutional Amendment 1, a proposal that would erase part of Proposition 13. As the head of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, I was joined at a news conference on the Capitol’s west steps Aug. 16 by several legislators who have unequivocally expressed their continued support for Proposition 13 and opposition to ACA 1. Also present were several representatives of other taxpayer groups as well as business organizations suffering under California’s excessive tax burdens.

ACA 1 is a direct attack on Proposition 13 because it would cut the vote threshold needed to pass local special taxes, dropping it from the current two-thirds vote required by Proposition 13 to only 55%. That change would make it easier for local governments to raise taxes.

Since Proposition 13 was enacted in 1978, voters have continued to support the important twothirds vote protection. That support was reaffirmed with the passage of pro-taxpayer initiatives in 1986, 1996 and 2010.

Many people may not know that the two-thirds vote requirement did not originate in 1978. It has been in the California Constitution since 1879. For more than a century, local property owners have been protected against excessive bond debt by the requirement that local bonds — repaid only by property owners — need a two-thirds vote of the local electorate.

ACA 1 repeals the two-thirds vote protection for tax increases to support “infrastructure,” a term so expansive that local governments would be able

n See Coupal, page A5

letter to the editor

Prayers answered

EDITOR:

In a recent speech in Iowa, Gov. De Santis declared: “I want Florida to be more biblical.” God has answered and is sending locusts and the plague.

JOHN GARON Placerville

Not impressed

EDITOR:

So PG&E is halting their vegetation management program? PG&E claims that their vegetation management didn’t work. How would PG&E know, since they never implemented an effective vegetation management?

For quite a few years now PG&E has reduced their field workforce and ignored the reports of unsafe conditions reported by the dedicated workers actually looking at PG&E lines. The results have been wildfires stared by PG&E

equipment, either by the equipment itself or trees that were a clearly identified as hazards falling into PG&E lines.

The latest PG&E advertising states, “it will be easier and more cost efficient to underground their power lines.” To add insult to injury, PG&E’s CEO states the company goal is to “provide safe, reliable energy at an affordable cost.” Wow! Excuse me, but my understanding is that safe, reliable, affordable electric service to customers — you and me — is required by law for any public utility.

PG&E has already been found guilty of multiple counts of manslaughter and property destruction, so who do they think will believe this ad campaign?

Ten thousand miles of undergrounding lines over a decade is what percentage of the total network? 10%? 20%? And now they don’t want to spend any funds to make the other 80-90% of their system safe and reliable? Sorry, PG&E, I am not impressed.

WWII note: Romania loses Transylvania to Hungary

Watching the Republican debate Wednesday, one of the biggest ironies was Chris Christie calling Vivek Ramaswamy “skinny.” Vivek had the grace not to call Christie fat. I like Ramaswamy, but his foreign policy is a mess. He wouldn’t send any arms to Ukraine or Taiwan, but would keep them all to protect the border. Nikki Haley also accused Ramaswamy of not supporting Israel and not wanting to send Israel planes and other arms.

Sen. Tim Scott realizes that funding the Ukrainians degrades Russia’s armed forces, preventing them from invading the Baltics or Poland.

In a previous column I said we should send the Ukrainians A-10 Thunderbolts, which can land on a shorter runway than the F-16.

They have anti-aircraft missiles and they have a 30 mm cannon.

I read a column in the Wall Street Journal that suggested sending the Ukrainians surplus A-10s and electronic warfare surplus A-6s. There are also surplus attack helicopters that would serve the Ukrainians well.

A focus group on Fox News the morning after the debate said Ron DeSantis did the best of anyone on the stage. And nobody picked on him. Ramaswamy was in between Christie and Haley, both of whom picked on Ramaswamy.

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In World War II on Aug. 30, 1940, Germany and Italy arbitrated an award of the disputed province of Transylvania between Romania and Hungary. The loss of northern Transylvania forced Romanian King Carol to abdicate in favor of his son

Michael. Transylvania is back with Romania. That includes the castle of Vlad the Impaler, otherwise known as Count Dracula.

Bucharest is the capital of Romania. We thought about visiting Bucharest, but it sounded boring with the largest parliament building ever and a bunch of ugly Soviet-style buildings.

• • • When we visited Berlin the local train would take us to Alexanderplatz, which was originally the end of the line before you came to East Berlin. The area beyond the dressed-up plaza still contained lots of Soviet-style apartment blocks.

When we visited St. Petersburg, Russia, on the same trip, our guide told us most apartments were no higher than four stories because they didn’t have elevators. Newer modern

apartments are higher now because they have elevators. Our hotel, which had two elevators, was right across from the Hermitage Museum. Across from the Hermitage was the General Staff Building, which now houses a very large collection of impressionist art.

We walked down Alexander Nevsky Avenue to get to the Faberge Museum, worth the walk.

We toured both Catherine the Great’s Palace and took a high-speed hydroplane to the Peterhof Palace. We even toured a museum of Russian art. Glad to have seen everything we wanted to see.

Now, there are no flights from Frankfurt to Russia, a risky place for Americans these days.

Michael Raffety is a retired editor of the Mountain Democrat and a resident of the Placerville area.

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transylvania is back with Romania. that includes the castle of Vlad the impaler, otherwise known as count Dracula.

Many people may not know that the two-thirds vote requirement did not originate in 1978. it has been in the california constitution since 1879.

LAKE LEVELS

Coupal Continued from A4 to raise taxes for almost any purpose with a vote of just 55% of the electorate. This is a hatchet that chops away at the taxpayer protections in Proposition 13.

ACA 1 proponents are aware of Prop. 13’s enduring popularity, so not once in their over onehour press event did they mention Proposition 13 by name. Instead, they talked about “protecting democracy,” “local control” and taking on “rightwing interests.” (Are Californians “right wing” for wanting to keep their home instead of being taxed out of it?) Nor did the supporters of ACA 1 provide any specific example of exactly what lowering the two-thirds vote would purchase, other than to claim that it was essential to address California’s dual crises of housing and homelessness.

Opponents of ACA 1 have noted that making it easier to raise taxes makes no sense in one of the highest taxed states in America. No other state comes close to California’s 13.3% top marginal income tax rate, and we also have the highest state sales tax in America as well as the highest gas tax, not to mention gas prices. And even with Prop. 13, we rank 14th out of 50 states in per capita property tax collections. Californians pay enough.

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This is a critical time. As of this writing, ACA 1 has cleared one legislative committee. However, its main proponent, Assemblymember Cecilia AguiarCurry, admitted at her press conference that she didn’t quite have the votes yet. For that reason, the time is now for all defenders of Proposition 13 and advocates for limited taxation to contact their

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Assembly representatives and let them know that a vote for ACA 1 is a vote against Proposition 13.

This issue is so important to the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association that we will withhold our endorsement from any current legislator who fails to vote no on ACA 1.

To contact your Assembly representative to let them know you want them to protect Proposition 13, look up their name and contact information at findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov.

Jon Coupal is president of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association.

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MARSHALL HOSPITAL

AUXILIARY is looking for volunteers. It is a rewarding opportunity to do something for the community. We will be holding interviews on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. Please contact Linda Grimoldi at 530-6202240 or call the Auxiliary Office at 530-626-2643.

MONDAY CLUB BRIDGE seeks more players. The club is a very informal, friendly group and invites interested men and women party bridge players to join. The club meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month at Denny’s Restaurant on Fair Lane in Placerville at 10:00 am. For more information, call (530) 622-1180.

SENIOR PEER COUNSELING

Seniors 55 and over who are grieving, depressed or having issues related to aging can meet one-on-one with a caring senior, professionally supervised and trained to listen and encourage. Call (530)6216304 to leave a message and get started.

TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION OF EL DORADO COUNTY

Our mission is to educate the public on tax issues that affect them. Our meetings are held every Monday morning from 7:30 to 8:30 at Denny’s Restaurant, Fair Lane Drive, Placerville. Meetings are open to the public. For more information call Louis (530) 622-6763. We are a nonpartisan organization.

Cal Fire in line to get Coast Guard’s C-130s

In recent weeks the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives have taken action to authorize expedited transfer of seven C-130 aircraft from the U.S. Coast Guard to Cal Fire for wildfire suppression, search and rescue and emergency operations related to wildfires.

The effort saw bipartisan support led by U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41). The legislation’s key transfer provision is included in both the House and Senate versions of the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2024, according to a news release from the California Forestry Association.

From a retardant delivery perspective, a single C-130 is equivalent to six S-2T airtankers currently in use by Cal Fire. In service for more than 60 years, the C-130 is a workhorse of military aircraft, used for troop transportation, medical evacuation, search and rescue,

weather reconnaissance and many other functions. Similar C-130s are already in use and have demonstrated their superior capability to drop 3,000 gallons (weighing 28,000 pounds) in less than five seconds.

“Adding seven C-130s to California’s aerial firefighting force is a truly remarkable advancement,” states

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Matt Dias, president and CEO of the California Forestry Association. “We must continue to prioritize forest management and wildfire prevention but vigorous and efficient suppression forces are needed in trying times as well.”

“The addition of the C-130s will undoubtedly enhance the states

While the temperature may be inaccurate for the air, it is indicative of the conditions present. “Hot pavement in addition to exhaust fumes create a dangerous environment for the horses,” Schultz said.

The report was given to Animal Services staff and, officials say, an investigation is being completed.

In response to the “lame” horse seen on Facebook, Dwight explained while the horses have been specifically bred for the type of work they do, accidents happen.

Photo courtesy of Borges Sleigh and Carriage Ride Borges Sleigh and Carriage Ride has been in operation for 50 years but

his summer, when the nights get warmer, listen for nature’s night music. Some of the music may be coming from a tiny nocturnal musician, no more than one-inch in length. It is the cricket

The male cricket has bumpy veins on his front wings. He rubs his wings together to “sing.”

“We’ve had a difficult winter. I’m not blaming anyone on pot holes, they happen, but sometimes they’re unavoidable. If the horses do twist an ankle they either stay off it or walk it off,” Dwight said. “One such day a horse did walk into one and had a

Only male crickets sing. You can tell a female cricket from a male because the female has a long spike on its tail end. This is used to lay eggs. Find and circle the female crickets on this page.

Photo courtesy of U.S. Coast Guard

aerial firefighting capabilities,” adds Joe Tyler, director and fire chief of Cal Fire. According to Tyler, “These critical assets will aid in reducing the loss of life and property while protecting our natural resources and private timberlands. I look forward to these aircraft joining Cal Fire’s worldrenowned aerial firefighting force.”

bit of soreness. We put the horse out in the pasture for two weeks and the vet checked on it a couple times.”

Following doctors orders, the horse was given a fresh pair of heat-resistant shoes to protect its hooves. Soon after the horse was given a clean bill of health to return to work.

Of the 12 horses, only three horses are at work each of the four days Borges Sleigh and Carriage Rides is open from noon to 6 p.m., working a total of 18 hours a week, or less.

The Borges are open to communication to better the lives of their horses and welcome the clarity City Council could offer with ordinances, should they so choose to establish them.

“The city does not currently have any ordinances that regulate horse-drawn carriages,” Heather Stroud,

attorney for the city of South Lake Tahoe said.

City Manager Joe Irvin added, “At this time city staff has received no direction to do anything with regards to horse-drawn carriages in the city.”

The petition presently has 4,215 signatures and comments from people noting they live in the area and have witnessed animal cruelty.

“As a resident with a business in the casino corridor, where these horses work, I have to agree that these horses carry people in very hot conditions sometimes, and always amidst car and pedestrian traffic,” Jana Menard, a petition supporter commented. “If the carriage rides were off the road, done only in modest amounts, and in consideration of the weather, fine. But sadly that’s not the case.”

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Set down your cricket and gently tickle its tail end with a soft cotton swab to make it jump.

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The warmer the weather, the faster crickets chirp. They usually don’t chirp if the temperature is above 100° F (38° C) or below 55° F (13° C). The snowy tree cricket is called the “thermometer cricket” because if you add 40 to the number of chirps it makes in fifteen seconds, you get the actual temperature in degrees Fahrenheit!

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Aug. 28

The Taxpayers Association of El Dorado County meets at 7:30 a.m. at Denny’s in Placerville with speaker El Dorado County Recorder-Clerk Janelle Horne.

Monday Club Bridge

seeks more players. The club is a very informal, friendly group and invites interested men and women party bridge players to join. The club meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month at Denny’s Restaurant on Fair Lane in Placerville at 10 a.m. For more information call (530) 622-1180.

Aug. 29

The American Council and the El Dorado County Republican Party host the Faith and Freedom Tour, 6 to 9 p.m. at the Forni Building at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds. Special guests and speakers include Congressman Tom McClintock, Assemblyman Joe Patterson, Assemblyman Bill Essayu; Tanner DiBella, American Council; Todd White, El Dorado County GOP; and Chloe Cole, former transgender, who recently testified at the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Constitution and Limited Government. The American Council’s mission is to strengthen the family, expand religions liberty and better society. Register and purchase tickets at the El Dorado County Republican Headquarters, 3108 Cameron Park Drive, Suite 104 (across from the Cameron Airpark). Office hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

For more information call Terry Gherardi at (916) 410-6119.

Main Street Collective presents Drew Butts, 7 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.

Aug. 30

Shane Hennessey will perform at 7 p.m. at The Sofia in Sacramento. For tickets and more information call (916) 443-5300 or visit bstreettheatre.org.

Aug. 31

El Dorado Hills Town Center hosts Live on the Boulevard free concerts every Thursday. The schedule features the Folsom Lake Symphony (Aug. 31) and Uptown Funk (Sept. 7). Set up begins at 5:30 p.m. For more information visit edhtowncenter.com.

Broadway Sacramento hosts a tribute to retiring President & CEO Richard Lewis. The public is invited to the event featuring Tony, Drama Desk and Olivier Award-winning actors, performing songs from favorite musicals in the intimate UC Davis Health Pavilion. Doors open 5:30 p.m. For tickets and more information visit broadwaysacramento.com.

A schedule of superstar headliners will perform at the Harveys Outdoor Arena during the Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series. The final act is Kane Brown (Aug. 31 and Sept. 1). For tickets and more information visit visitlaketahoe.com.

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The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office is now recruiting for the Sheriff’s Team of Active Retirees volunteers. The potential

Farm to Fork showcases region’s agricultural bounty

The bounty of the season was showcased at the Apple Hill Growers Association’s Farm to Fork Dinner on Saturday, Aug. 19. The sold-out event featured a delicious wine and food paired meal featuring produce, wine and desserts from Apple Hill Growers’ farms.

“This dinner is an opportunity to showcase the array of products from our Apple Hill Grower farms,” said Chris Delfino of Delfino Farms. “We’re also thrilled to work with a local chef to feature such a variety of products, proving we’re not just about apples but also incredible year-round produce, baked goods and wine.”

The evening began with a cocktail hour with local hard cider, wine and passed appetizers, followed by a four-course seated dinner with spectacular views of Delfino Farms’ beautiful vineyards. The multi-course meal was prepared by chef John Sanders of Placerville’s Old Town Grill with ingredients from local farms. Each course was paired with Apple Hill wines from Lava Cap Winery, Madroña Vineyards and Boeger Winery to name a few. The finale was a throwback to how the Apple Hill Growers Association began — a dessert smorgasbord featuring

the best of the area’s bakeshops.

Placerville musician Seth Grauer with Brotherly Mud set the mood with live music perfect for the beautiful atmosphere on the farm.

Apple Hill Growers Association is grateful for the support of its community partners; Raley’s is the dinner’s premier sponsor and a portion of the proceeds will benefit Food for Families. El Dorado Hills Party Rentals is the event sponsor.

Tickets for this exclusive night at the farm sell out fast. Next year the dinner is slated to be Aug. 17. Go to applehill.com/ event/farm-to-fork-dinner for more information or to purchase tickets for next year.

About Apple Hill Growers

Founded in 1964, the Apple Hill Growers are dedicated to supporting agriculture in El Dorado County. The organization began with 16 apple ranches and has grown to include unique fruit and veggie farms, wineries, B&Bs, flower gardens, Christmas tree farms and a day spa. The more than 50 farms of Apple Hill produce a variety of crops including apples, berries, stone fruit, vegetables, wine grapes and flowers. For more information visit applehill.com

Cold water Brewery supporting fire-stricken Maui

Madison Schultz and Robert Galloway Tahoe Daily Tribune

SOUTH LAKE

TAHOE — Living in the mountains, the presence of potential wildfires is always looming, and Lake Tahoe communities are quite familiar with the scarcity and devastation that wildfires can cause. In support of the recent wildfires in Hawaii, local restaurant and brewery, Cold Water Brewery, is stepping up to the plate, participating in the newly announced Kokua Project, as well as creating a special Tropical Hazy IPA beer to further support and donate to victims of the fires in Maui.

Hosted by Maui Brewing, the Kokua Project is inviting breweries and brewers from around the world to make a beer that benefits those who have been impacted by the recent wildfires. Upon announcement of the Kokua Project, owner and founder of Cold Water Brewery, Debbie Brown, was eager to show up, participate in brewing, to share that South Lake Tahoe is “Tahoe-Maui strong.”

“So far, we have enrolled in participating in the Kokua Project, and we are working hand-in-hand with the Brewers Association,

waiting for the direction from Maui Brewing Co. on how to proceed,” Brown said. “Our goal is to collaborate with our South Shore local breweries and to brew a beer that we can start getting in the tanks.”

While the brewing process isn’t overnight and they are waiting on direction from Maui Brewing Co., Cold Water Brewery has already taken action at the local level, creating a new Tropical Hazy IPA that will be distributed to three other participating breweries in South Lake Tahoe: South Lake Brewing Company, Sidellis Lake Tahoe, and South of North Brewing

Co., for proceeds from sales of this new Hazy IPA to be donated to the victims in Maui.

“All four breweries will have this new beer on tap, and all of these locations will have a jar that’s put out that asks for people while they’re showing up and supporting their local brewery, to show up and support Hawaii, too,” Brown said. “We are going to make sure we keep continuously brewing it to keep it available and to continue fundraising efforts.”

With four South Lake Tahoe-based breweries planning to have this new Tropical Hazy IPA

on tap, Brown is hoping that this collaborative effort will continuously show support for the wildfire victims and Maui for the foreseeable future.

“I want to make sure that we are starting the charge, putting the energy out there, that we reach out to their base and generations of family that have been on that island, and continue to support Maui not just right now, but continue to support them in the aftermath of these fires too,” Brown said.

Brown reflects on the wildfires that have been taking control in Maui, and acknowledges the

similarities between communities such as Lake Tahoe and Lahaina, sharing that many Tahoe locals share similar devotion to the islands as they do for the mountains.

“For so many of us that live in fire country, and having gone through the Caldor Fire and other nearby fires over the years, it’s near and dear to all of our hearts,” Brown said.

“The PTSD that you get when you hear about a major fire reverberates throughout our community; for all of us locals, this is very real.” Brown continued , acknowledging that the devastation of the wildfires in Maui is something that many Tahoe locals sympathize with.

“My dream was to always open a second Cold Water Brewery location in Maui,” Brown said. “So many of us have a connection to the islands when living in Lake Tahoe. I think that people in Tahoe absolutely love all the islands of Hawaii.”

With Cold Water Brewery planning to participate in the Kokua Project, they are eagerly waiting on what the process will be to show their support. Maui Brewing Co. got the inspiration

Jennifer Sweeney News release

Photo by Rob Galloway / Tahoe Daily Tribune Debbie Brown, owner and founder of Cold Water Brewery, holds up a cold one. She and her team plan to brew a special beer to support Maui.

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tails wag at eskaton Village

News release

Hangtown Kennel Club members leashed up their best friends for a special visit to Eskaton Village in Placerville earlier this month.

Residents go to meet Sherry Howard with Cruise the Samoyed, Linda Johnston with Tippy the border collie and Dennis Collingwood with Diego the Portuguese podengo pequeno. Cruise wowed the residents with his beautiful white coat despite being rolled in the dirt by his sister Journey prior to leaving the house. Tippy entertained residents with her world-famous ball tricks and Diego, with tail constantly wagging, greeted each resident like a long lost friend.

Before the visitors left, each resident received a HKC brochure with a HKC first prize ribbon from the May shows. Hangtown Kennel Club is an AKClicensed All Breed Dog Club located in Placerville. For more information visit hangtownkc.org.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Growth is a natural and unconscious process... until it isn’t. Then growth is a decision about who you are and how you’re going to make it happen. You’ll contemplate a conscious change.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). This is one of those rare times when pushing your luck will be a good thing, so don’t be afraid to rock the boat. The boat is stuck on a reef and must be rocked in order to get unstuck.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Today it’s not what you know or who you know, it’s how you present the knowledge. Less is more. Quiet confidence will convey a sense of power that helps people settle in and get down to work.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). It’s OK to be needy sometimes. Without need, there is no bond. Being helped shows us how to help. Vulnerability is the hollowness that allows us to resonate with one another.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). The best games to take part in will be the ones that don’t offer a winning trophy. With no reward at the end, you can really connect with the feeling of simply being able, active and in the flow of life.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). It’s not that there are no stupid questions. There are, in fact, very stupid questions, and yet even those may take you to a new vantage from which to see the problem. Each and every different point of view informs the big picture.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You don’t need to pay to learn, at least not with dollars. Pay with your time and with the awkwardness you feel trying something new.

The best education offers no grades. Instead, it gives you skills, knowledge and hopefully wisdom, too.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). In a weird way, things that are too easy become very hard. Tedium is laborious. Anticipate it and be ready to make things more interesting by adding a twist or an extra challenge.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). New information will surprise and perhaps unsettle you, but don’t worry. You don’t have to change everything just because you now understand something you didn’t before. The necessary adjustment will be very small, and you’re adaptable!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’d like to think you don’t do anything without a reason, but now you’re oddly drawn to an endeavor that’s a little scary, moving forward without knowing why. Perhaps “because it scares me” is reason enough.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). If you pass the unfinished business seven times a day and think a negative thought about it, that’s seven negative thoughts darkening your mind. You’ll handle your to-do list and then bask in mental sunshine — a well-deserved respite.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’re the blast of fresh excitement that enlivens the scene. You don’t show up to have fun, you show up to BE fun. Because you bring your “A” game to socializing, you wind up getting invited to the A-list events.

Cruise the Samoyed enjoys a light scratch after meeting an Eskaton resident.

n SHOE by Jeff MacNelly

n TUNDRA by Chad Carpenter

n RUBES by Leigh Rubin

n SPEED BUMP by Dave Coverly

HOROSCOPE by Holiday Mathis

Their two strong voices behind Mama’s Broke blend

create haunting harmonies while they artfully juggle fiddle, banjo, guitar and mandolin. See

Canadian folk group to take The Center’s stage

GRASS VALLEY — The Center for the Arts presents Mama’s Broke with opener Lindsay Clark in the Marisa Funk Theater Aug. 30.

Mama’s Broke is a powerful duo that delivers a compelling performance with heart and raw energy. Although highly influenced by their Canadian roots, Lisa Maria Bates and Amy Lou Keeler are based out of nowhere and everywhere. Their two strong voices blend to create haunting harmonies while they artfully juggle fiddle, banjo, guitar and mandolin and incorporate traditional dance and foot percussion into their performance. Their original and often dark compositions push the boundaries of tradition and the constraints of genre. Drawing from old-time, Quebecois, blues, punk, Celtic, Balkan and doom metal, they create a soundscape that is both familiar and new.

Mama’s Broke has spent the past eight years in a near-constant state of transience, pounding the transatlantic tour trail. The duo has brought dark, fiery folk-without-borders sound to major festivals and DIY punk houses alike, absorbing traditions from the musicians’ maritime home in Eastern Canada all the way to Ireland and Indonesia.

Nowhere is the duo’s art-in-motion approach more apparent than on the long-awaited sophomore record “Narrow Line” (May 2022 on Free Dirt Records); it’s the sound of nowhere in particular, yet woven with a rich synthesis of influences that knows no borders. It earned Mama’s Broke a JUNO nomination for

Traditional Roots Album of the Year 2022.

The 11 songs on “Narrow Line” burrow deeply, with close harmony duets, commanding vocals and poignant contemplations on cycles of life, including birth and death. Tinges of Americana stand side-by-side with the ghosts of Eastern European fiddle tunes and ancient a cappella ballad singing, melding into an unusually accessible dark-folk sound. A careful listen of “Narrow Line” invokes an ephemeral sense of place — whether real or imagined — inviting listeners to take comfort in the infinite possibilities of life, whether or not they ever choose to settle down.

For a group defined by constant touring, it’s not surprising the two artists that make up Mama’s Broke met on the road.

“Amy was driving her old Mercedes from Montreal to Nova Scotia and I was looking for a ride. We spent the 17 hours in the car talking almost exclusively about music,” Bates recalled. “By the time we reached Halifax we started playing together and within a week or two became a band.”

The driving force behind this band is — and has always been — the commitment to challenge borders between people, places and traditions while encouraging freedom of expression and community through music.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. at The Center for the Arts, 314 West Main St. in Grass Valley. For tickets and more information visit thecenterforthearts. org or call (530) 274-8384.

Snowline Hospice earns elite industry award

Laurie Heyman Snowline Hospice

Snowline Hospice has been named a 2023 Hospice CAHPS Honors Elite Award recipient by HEALTHCAREfirst, a leading provider of revenue cycle management services, CAHPS and bereavement surveys and advanced analytics for hospice organizations.

demonstrating quality patient care,” said Ronda Howard, vice president of Revenue Cycle and CAHPS at HEALTHCAREfirst. “We congratulate Snowline Hospice on their success and are so proud and honored that they have chosen to partner with us in helping drive success for their agency.”

Snowline

This prestigious annual review recognizes agencies that continuously provide a positive patient experience and high-quality care as measured from the patient and caregiver point of view. It acknowledges the highestperforming agencies by analyzing the performance of the Hospice Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey satisfaction measures.

Hospice CAHPS Honors Elite acknowledges the highest performing agencies by analyzing performance on the Willingness to Recommend question as a qualifier and then analyzing performance on 18 other questions that comprise the publicly reported measures from April 2022 through March 2023. Hospice CAHPS Honors Elite recipients include agencies scoring above the HEALTHCAREfirst National Average on at least 85% of the evaluated questions.

“We began our annual Hospice Honors Award program more than 10 years ago as a way to highlight those agencies that are truly leading the way in providing and

“Snowline Hospice is honored to receive HEALTHCAREfirst’s Award of its highest-level, Hospice Honors Elite certification, for being one of the highest performing agencies by analyzing the performance of the Hospice Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems Survey,” said Snowline CEO Tim Meadows. Families served are consistently more satisfied with Snowline’s care than families served by other hospices in California as compared by Medicare’s CAHPS survey as shown on Medicare.gov Hospice Compare, according to Meadows

“When it is time to select a hospice provider, we want people to know you have a choice and I encourage you to request Snowline if another hospice is recommended to you or your loved one,” he advised.

“Snowline is proud of its fourdecade-plus history of service with thousands of people in El Dorado County. We expanded into Sacramento and Placer counties eight years ago to provide the same high-quality care for qualifying patients,” Meadows continued.

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“Snowline is proud of its four-decade-plus history of service with thousands of people in El Dorado County.”

Hospice CEO Tim Meadows

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opportunities include but are not limited to patrol, clerical office work, community outreach, special events and more. They support various functions of law enforcement and the community. The next STAR Academy will be held Oct. 9-19. Requirements to be a STAR are to have no criminal history and a clean driving record. For more information contact the STAR office at (530) 621-7545 or email EDSOStars@edso.org.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2680 in El Dorado County

Brewery Continued from B1

for the Kokua Project from Sierra Nevada Brewing Company’s Resilience Project that was put in place to support the victims of the Camp Fire that occurred in 2018 in Paradise. The Camp Fire was the deadliest U.S. wildfire in history, burning over 240 square miles, and taking 85 lives; until the recent Lahaina Fire, which has claimed over 106 lives, as of Aug. 16.

“The Kokua Project will be one beer, brewed by many, to support the people of Maui with 100% of proceeds going to Legacy of Aloha, Makai Foundation, and Maui Brewing Co. Fire Fund,” Garrett Marrero, founder of Maui Brewing Co. wrote in a press release announcing the Kokua Project.

Maui Brewing announced the Kokua Project

invites veterans of World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War as well as those seeing action in Afghanistan, Iraq and other countries during the war on terror plus those serving peace-keeping missions throughout the globe to become VFW members. Member benefits are plenty and there is no fee for the first year. For more information call (530) 499-2950.

Soroptimist International of Cameron Park/El Dorado Hills invites local women to apply for the Live Your Dream Award.

on Aug. 15, and Brown immediately responded, wanting to participate and support however she could on behalf of the Cold Water Brewery team, and on behalf of Lake Tahoe as a whole community, continuing to spread the word to be “Tahoe-Maui Strong.”

With the decimating wildfires occurring in Maui, Brown reflected on the uncertainty that was felt back in 2021 during the Caldor Fire that was knocking on South Lake Tahoe’s front door, and is using that to fuel herself in wanting to extend out a helping hand.

“The power of the Tahoe community wanting to do something is deeply felt throughout our community,” Brown said. “During the Caldor Fire, Cold Water stayed until the very end, putting food

This program provides cash awards to women who are working to better their lives through additional schooling. Applicants should be the primary source of financial support for themselves and their dependents and be attending or accepted into an undergraduate degree or skills training program. For more information go to sicpedh.org. Apply online at bit.ly/LYDA-apply. Deadline is Nov. 15.

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on the line for first responders and helping with the city’s station and command post. This is something that we can actually do to participate in helping, which is powerful.”

Cold Water Brewery is taking an extra step to help immediately with fundraising efforts at the Tahoe local level, showing the support that Cold Water Brewery has for victims and the communities in Maui. Cold Water Brewery encourages the local community to show up to their local breweries, have a new Tropical Hazy IPA, and donate to the wildfire fundraiser.

For more information on Cold Water Brewery visit tahoecoldwaterbrewery.com. For more information on the Kokua Project visit mauibrewingco.com/kokua.

Hospice Continued from B3

“Snowline’s skilled, compassionate and talented interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, social workers, spiritual care providers, counselors, home health aides and volunteers go into patient homes to provide care, including medication management, for pain and symptoms, personal care, education, and support for terminally and chronically ill patients, families and caregivers.”

About Snowline Hospice

Snowline Hospice is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing compassionate end-oflife care and support to individuals and their families facing serious illnesses. With a focus on enhancing the quality of life during this sensitive time, Snowline offers a range of services, including medical care, pain management, emotional and spiritual support and bereavement counseling. Its team of skilled healthcare professionals and volunteers work together to ensure comfort, dignity and a peaceful transition for patients, making a meaningful impact within the communities they serve. For more information visit snowlinehospice.org.

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Chris Irwin. The term of the appointment will begin on September 20, 2023 and end December 13, 2024

The Board will accept applications from interested persons who are registered voters and who reside in the Placerville Union School District.

To apply for the appointment to the Board, please complete an application packet that is available at the District Office located at 1032 Thompson Way, Placerville, California. The application is to be returned to Eric Bonniksen, Superintendent no later than Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. 8/2, 8/4, 8/7, 8/9, 8/11, 8/14, 8/16, 8/18, 8/21, 8/23, 8/25, 8/28, 8/30 12110

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Vacante en la Junta de Gobierno del Distrito Escolar Unido de Placerville

El Distrito Escolar Unido de Placerville nombrará a un miembro de la Junta para llenar la vacante creada por la renuncia de Chris Irwin. El término del nombramiento comenzará el 20 de septiembre de 2023 y finalizará el 13 de diciembre de 2024. La Junta aceptará solicitudes de personas interesadas que sean votantes registrados y que residan en el Distrito Escolar Unido de Placerville. Para solicitar el nombramiento de la Junta, complete un paquete de solicitud que está disponible en la Oficina del Distrito ubicada en 1032 Thompson Way, Placerville, California. La solicitud debe ser devuelta a Eric Bonniksen,

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if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $ 116,224.94. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:

If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO

PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this internet website http:// search.nationwideposting.com/ propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA2200288124 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

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If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (916)939-0772, or visit this internet website http:// search.nationwideposting.com/ propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA2200288124 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the

BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 866-266-7512 or visit this Internet Web site www.elitepostandpub.com using the file number assigned to this case 21000322-1 CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE

TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,”

you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 866-266-7512 or visit this Internet Web site www. elitepostandpub.com using the file number assigned to this case 21000322-1 CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee.

Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale.

Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Dated: 08/07/2023 ZBS Law, LLP, as Trustee 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 , Irvine, CA 92606 For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (714) 848-7920 For Sale Information: 866-2667512 or www.elitepostandpub. com Ryan Bradford, Trustee Sale OfficerThis office is enforcing a security interest of your creditor. To the extent that your obligation has been discharged by a bankruptcy court or is subject to an automatic stay of a bankruptcy, this notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a demand for payment or any attempt to collect such obligation EPP 37876 Pub

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