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Vernese Parra speaks in El Dorado County Superior Court Department 9 Wednesday during a housing committee meeting on the release of sexually violent predator David Bergey. Parra, a victim of Bergey’s crimes 30 years ago, was one of more than a dozen community members to pack the courtroom in opposition of Bergey’s release.
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Vernese Parra got up to the podium in a packed Cameron Park courtroom Wednesday morning to voice her opposition of the potential release of sexually violent predator David Bergey into El Dorado County. One of Bergey’s victims, Parra addressed representatives from the Department of State Hospitals and Liberty Health who could be seen on a screen via Zoom. Both the Department of State Hospitals and Liberty Health are looking for a place to house Bergey. The community meeting held Wednesday regarding the convicted sex predator was the first of its kind in El Dorado County. Parra, along with
“I stood here as a child and now I stand here as a woman. He did not break me then and he will not break me now.” — Vernese Parra, one of two victims of convicted sex predator David Bergey
other members of the community, made one point clear on conditions of his release — they do not want Bergey, now 64, back in the county. “I am his last victim and I plan to be his last victim,” Parra started off. Bergey in 1993 was convicted of sex crimes against two teenage girls in El Dorado County. He was sentenced to eight-years and eightmonths in prison and was then admitted to the Department of State Hospitals in 2001, where he has been since. “I stood here as a child and now I stand here as a woman,” Parra said. “He did not break me then and he will not break me now.” The court ordered
his release after three doctors determined he was suitable for treatment in the community.
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In planning Placerville’s annual holiday celebration that fills Main Street with crowds for a Christmas tree lighting the Friday evening following Thanksgiving, the El Dorado Community Foundation has released event details. Previously known as the Festival of Lights, changes to the event were announced at the Oct. 24 City council meeting. A new name for the festivities was announced at that meeting, Hometown Holidays, but that name has since been revised to Hometown Christmas. Additionally, attendees will see a stand-in for Placerville’s nearly 100-foot redwood that normally serves as tannenbaum but was damaged by winter storms. City of Placerville officials plan to place a 20-to 25-foot cut tree at the Main Street courthouse, pending state approval. City Manager Cleve Morris told the Mountain Democrat he believes approval will come but a formal OK has yet to be received. The city’s goal is to keep the tree up through Christmas despite previous reports it might have to come down Dec. 13 due to the conifer potentially drying out. The entertainment lineup for the Nov. 24, 4-7 p.m. event, includes performances by the Ponderosa High School jazz band and choir, El Dorado High School’s Studio 81, Imagination Theater, Cantare Chorale of the Sierra Foothills and Folsom Lake Choir and Impulse Dance Academy. Eats, warm beverages and sweet treats will be available thanks to EDHS cheerleaders and the school’s chess club, as well as the Placerville Rotary Club and Girl Scout Troop 153. At 6 p.m. Miss El Dorado and the El Dorado Rose will light Placerville’s tree and the trees along Highway 50, illuminating the way for Santa Claus. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at T.W. Bonkers Toy and Candy Emporium for photos and wish lists. El Dorado Community Foundation spokesperson Chris Ringnes noted organizers “have had a ton of buy-in from the community” to participate in Hometown Christmas.
Sutter’s Mill in Coloma is seeing gold other than in its 1848 tailrace as the historical site is surrounded by trees with fall foliage making that seasonal transition from green to gold. Shorter days and cooler weather tell some types of flora to break down chlorophyl molecules that give leaves their green color. This saves energy for the plant as the leaves will eventually drop. Several species of trees, including this cottonwood, were showing off in hues of red, orange and gold at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park Nov. 5. Mountain Democrat photo by Krysten Kellum
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Elizabeth Taft Atencio Nov. 17, 1941 – Oct. 11, 2023
We are heartbroken to announce on Wednesday October 11, 2023, Elizabeth Taft Atencio passed away while at home at the age of 81. Elizabeth, “Betsy” was the oldest of five children born in Richmond, California to William and Barbera Johnson. Betsy is survived by her husband Joseph Atencio of Camino, California and her sons Allen Atencio of Brentwood, California, and David Atencio of Katy, Texas. Betsy had five grandchildren Lauren, Harrison, Gabrielle, Austin, and London Atencio. Betsy graduated from San Mateo High School and attended Cal State Hayward where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Business Administration. Betsy worked for the Northern California Girl Scout Council as an Accountant and the Financial Controller for 32 years. As a child, Betsy enjoyed backpacking through the Sierra’s with her mom and dad and her 4 siblings, Greg, David, Peggy, and Rodger. Betsy also enjoyed horseback riding and was an avid downhill snow skier. She was also a Girl Scout leader for Troop 193 and a girl’s basketball, and volleyball coach at St. John’s Catholic School in San Lorenzo, California. Betsy played in the East Bay Women’s Soccer League and was a member of the Lake Merritt Women’s Rowing Club. Along with her husband Joe, Betsy enjoyed spending their summers together with their children at Fallen Leaf Lake at their family cabin. In Camino, California Betsy was involved with her local community where she helped at St. Patrick Church as Eucharist Minister delivering the Eucharist to elderly people who could not attend church.There will be a celebration of life at 11:00 AM on Saturday December 2, 2023, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 3109 Sacramento St, Placerville, CA 95667, please RSVP to atencioallenj@gmail.com (925) 350-1349.
Gladys “Fay” Buel
Nov. 30, 1941 – Sept. 10, 2023
Gladys “Fay” Buel , 81, a longtime resident of El Dorado County passed away peacefully on September 10, 2023 surrounded by her family. Fay is proceeded in death by her parents, Elmer and Dorothy Turner, and her son Samuel Joseph Turner (1988). Fay is survived by her loving husband, David Buel of 56 years, her daughters Julie Buel (Eric Soetaert) and Wendy Gibson, her grandsons Sam and Max Gibson, her siblings Joe (Bobbie) Turner, Kay Porath and several nieces and nephews. Fay was born in Red Bluff, CA on November 30, 1941 to Elmer “Swede” and Dorothy Turner. She spent most of her childhood growing up in Spring Gap and Tuolumne, CA. Upon graduating from Summerville High School, “Baby” known to family and friends went on to become a cosmetologist followed by a long distant phone operator for Pacific Bell which led her to South Lake Tahoe. Fay married David Buel on November 27, 1966 at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in South Lake Tahoe where they enjoyed the outdoors such as snowmobiling, off-roading and cutting firewood. In 1969 Dave and Fay moved to the western slope of El Dorado County (Fresh Pond, Pacific House). Pollock Pines became their forever home in 1971 where they raised their family. Fay worked for the Pollock Pines School District for 25 years where most of the students knew her as “Misses Cook”. Some folks still remember the famous cinnamon rolls and her kind nature of making sure no child went without a meal. Fay went on to work as an administrative support clerk for the next 20 years for the El Dorado National Forest where she retired in June of 2022. Fay enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Her grandsons were her top priority and she always attended Sam and Max’s sporting events and school functions. She was known for cooking, reading Danielle Steele books, crafting, sewing, attending the Tuolumne Lumber Jubilee, and drinking cold beer. Fay was truly a great woman whose impact will forever be felt by her family that loves her dearly. She was the most loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a selfless woman whose passing has left a hole in the hearts of her family. Her ability to sacrifice, provide, support, forgive and love will forever be ingrained in everyone she knew. No services are scheduled at this time.
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Rogene Louise Prange (Mom / G-MA) sadly passed away peacefully in her home in El Dorado Hills on October 8, 2023. Rogene and her late husband Harry Prange were partners in the Prange’s Fabrics, Crafts, Variety and Shoe stores of Placerville, Cameron Park, North Highlands, Reno, and Fallon Nevada. Rogene was the hands-on owner that managed and taught sewing and crafts in the Placerville and Cameron Park stores and was the backbone of the Prange’s store success. Mom was born in Omaha Nebraska on November 16th, 1935. She moved to Southern California with her parents (Harold and Marion Embury) and two brothers (Rodger and Harold) in the 1940’s. She grew up and went to school in Van Nuys, CA. It was here she met the love of her life Harry Prange. In 1955 they got married and moved to Sacramento, CA. Soon after moving to Sacramento, they decided to become entrepreneurs and make the bold decision to open their first store on 16th street in downtown Sacramento. In late 1957 they had their first son Craig and then moved to Town & Country area of Sacramento where they had two more children Stephen and Laura. In 1967 they bought property and built a beautiful home in Hidden Valley (Granite Bay) where they raised their children and met so many wonderful friends. “We were truly blessed to be raised by such an amazing Mom and Dad in Hidden Valley. The memories and friends we made in Hidden Valley are still with all of us today. Mom was talking about those wonderful days just a few days before she passed.” Rogene and Harry moved from Hidden Valley to Camino, CA in the mid 1980’s. They loved being in the beautiful big pine trees in the Apple Hill area. Mom loved being so close to her store in Placerville. They sold their stores in the late 1980’s and retired. They enjoyed their retirement years together by traveling and using their new RV with friends and family. During her retirement, Mom enjoyed giving her extra time volunteering at Snowline Hospice and helping them with their retail stores. They lived in Camino until 1999. In 1999 Rogene and Harry moved to a beautiful home in El Dorado Hills. Unfortunately, Dad became ill and passed away only 1 year later, April 1, 2000. Rogene met many new friends, continued volunteering her time for Snowline Hospice, and loved being with her family and so close to her grandchildren. She enjoyed her wine club, bunko friends, neighbors, new boyfriends and so much more. Rogene loved to have fun and we all enjoyed having fun with Rogene. To all Friends and Family of Rogene: “We are so grateful for the love and friendship you have provided to our Mom / G-MA. Mom’s loving and fun spirit will be with us forever. Rogene truly loved all of you”. Rogene is survived by her children Stephen (Laura) Prange and Laura (Patrick O’Brien) Willms, her (G-Ma) five grandchildren Airica, Alexander, Brendan, Carson and Alyssa, and her brother Rodger. A memorial wall for comments and pictures is available at https://greenvalleymortuary.com/ obituaries/rogene-louise-prange We ask that in lieu of flowers that you donate generously to Snowline Hospice for Rogene Prange. Please use the email address below for your donations. https:// form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/snowlinehospice-of-el-dorado/donation-form. “Goodnight, We Love You, See You Tomorrow”
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Oct. 19
3:20 p.m. Burglary was reported on Latrobe Road in El Dorado Hills.
3:33 p.m. Battery was reported on Marilyn Drive in Pollock Pines.
5:52 p.m. Battery was reported on Stope Drive in Placerville.
9:07 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Pleasant Valley Road in Diamond Springs.
7:19 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 53-year-old woman suspected of a probation violation on Highway 50 (location not specified). She was listed in custody.
Oct. 20 4:07 a.m. Burglary was reported at a store on Latrobe Road in El Dorado Hills. 9:01 a.m. Battery was reported on Mt. Murphy Road in Garden Valley. 11:16 a.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 37-year-old man suspected of DUI on Cameron Park Drive in Cameron Park. He was later released. 1:45 p.m. Vandalism was reported on Grizzly Flat Road in Grizzly Flat. 7:42 p.m. Vandalism was reported at a jail on Forni Road in Placerville. 9:04 p.m. Battery was reported on Wentworth Springs Road in Georgetown. 9:17 p.m. Battery was reported at a school on Garden Valley Road in Garden Valley. 11:13 p.m. Burglary was reported on Rosecrest Circle in El Dorado Hills.
Oct. 21 3:25 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 54-year-old man suspected of driving on a suspended license on Highway 50 (location not specified). He was released on $10,000 bail.
Oct. 22 12:16 a.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 57-year-old man suspected of DUI on Highway 49 (town not specified). He was later released. 12:46 a.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 41-year-old man suspected of DUI and child abuse on Highway 49 (town not specified). He was released on $10,000 bail.
7:13 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 31-year-old man suspected of grand theft and obstruction on Park Drive in El Dorado Hills. He was listed in custody in lieu of $53,000 bail. 9:31 a.m. Burglary was reported at apartments on Market Circle in Shingle Springs.
10:42 a.m. Vandalism was reported at a school on Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines.
10:51 a.m. Battery was reported at a hotel on Main Street on Georgetown.
10:51 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 51-year-old woman suspected of possession of a controlled substance for sale and illegal drug paraphernalia on City Lights Drive in El Dorado Hills. She was released on $35,000 bail.
2:10 p.m. Petty theft was reported at a store on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville.
11:07 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 41-year-old man suspected of possession a controlled substance while armed with a loaded firearm on Shoemaker Road in Georgetown. He was listed in custody in lieu of $100,000 bail.
8:52 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 37-year-old woman suspected of grand theft (arrest location not specified). She was listed in custody in lieu of $15,000 bail. 11:48 p.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 45-year-old man suspected of DUI in Pleasant Valley (street not ■ See CRIME LOG, page A3
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10:35 p.m. Vandalism was reported on White Rock Road in El Dorado Hills.
4:39 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 29-year-old man suspected of DUI on Highway 50 at El Dorado Road in Placerville. He was later released.
11:20 p.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 54-year-old woman suspected of DUI on Bass Lake Road in El Dorado Hills. She was later released.
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Auditor’s office awarded Car theft suspect is nabbed in Twin Bridges for its financial reporting Mountain Democrat staff A Clear Lake man suspected of driving a vehicle reported stolen out of Wheatland was picked up by law enforcement officers in Twin Bridges Monday, Nov. 6. California Highway Patrol dispatchers put out a “be on the lookout” alert at 11 a.m. after report of the stolen, blue Honda CR V came in and by 11:22 a.m. officers had George Meszaros, 37, in custody. Meszaros was spotted on Highway 50 by a CHP as well as an El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Office officer in a vehicle matching the description of the CR
V; the officers proceeded to make a vehicle stop to question the driver. According to the South Lake Tahoe CHP office, Meszaros told officers he had just purchased the vehicle. He also reportedly falsely identified himself. Further investigation confirmed the CR V was reported stolen and Meszaros was arrested. While en route to the El Dorado County Jail in South Lake Tahoe, CHP officers noted Meszaros admitted his true identity. Meszaros has misdemeanor and felony warrants out of multiple counties and is held on $410,000 bail, according to inmate records.
News release El Dorado County AuditorController Joe Harn was presented the Award for Financial Transactions Reporting by State Controller Malia M. Cohen at the state controller’s annual conference for county auditors in Sacramento Oct. 25. “El Dorado County’s excellence in reporting helps my team produce accurate and useful local government financial data, which is relied upon by policymakers, researchers and constituents throughout California,” Cohen noted. “Thank you for your contribution to the quality and transparency of public finances.” Counties must follow the eligibility criteria specified by the
state controller to qualify for this award. Key criteria include the timely submission of the financial transactions report and county budget, the proper classification of revenue and expenditure data and complete and proper reporting of outstanding debt. Harn thanked his staff for their hard work. “The state controller presented the award to me, but staff deserves all of the credit,” the auditor shared. “My only special skill is hiring the right, extremely competent people.” Harn is a certified public accountant and is the chairperson of the State Controller’s Advisory Committee on County Accounting Procedures.
lake levels Folsom Reservoir as of Nov. 8 Water storage 530,868 acre-feet Percent full 54% Inflow 985 cfs Outflow 1,828 cfs
Outflow - cfs Ice House as of Nov. 8 Water storage 29,731 acre-feet Percent full 68% Inflow 27 cfs Outflow - cfs
Union Valley as of Nov. 8 Water storage 163,102 acre-feet Percent full 61% Inflow - cfs Outflow - cfs
Caples Lake as of Nov. 9 Water storage 17,447 acre-feet Percent full 78% Inflow 20.99 cfs Outflow 53.00 cfs
Loon Lake as of Nov. 8 Water storage 43,528 acre-feet Percent full 63% Inflow - cfs
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A Cameron Park courtroom fills for a public hearing on the release of sexually violent predator David Bergey into El Dorado County.
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man who attacked you and watching him smile as you walk by? Because I can’t,” Parra said during a tearful public comment portion of the meeting. No decisions were made Wednesday by the housing committee formed to oversee the sex predator’s release. Through the Department of State Hospital’s state-funded conditional release program, Bergey would be monitored through real-time 24-hour GPS tracking, random visits and searches on and off site of his potential place of residence while continuing his sex offense treatment. Where he would be placed is dependent on the establishment’s proximity to areas where there is a heavy child presence. Those who attended and spoke Wednesday remained unconvinced of the conditions of Bergey’s release. Parents, sexual abuse victims and community stakeholders alike all weighed in against Bergey’s release, worried he could further endanger the community. “I don’t think anyone like that can ever fully change,” one concerned resident said. “One little crack is all it takes before he repeats his crimes.” Another, who said she was an elementary school teacher, noted her family moved to the county to be safer. “I feel like if the doctors fully feel that he is rehabilitated, they can welcome him into their communities with open arms. He is not welcome here,” she said. The matter caught the attention of State Sen. Marie Alvarado-Gil,
who released a statement that she is “disturbed” by Bergey’s potential relocation in the county, calling his 22-year stay at Coalinga State Hospital “an indicator of the level of danger he poses to society. “Bergey is the third sexually violent predator in my district who has recently been deemed eligible for release by the California Department of State Hospitals and I am calling on full transparency by the DSH during his placement process,” the statement continues. “I am working with El Dorado County Sheriff Jeff Leikauf to ensure the highest level of safety and protection is employed should Bergey be released.” Similar to Bergey’s case, sexually violent predator William Robert Stephenson’s potential release has been met with backlash in AlvaradoGil’s senatorial district. In Placer and Amador counties, where it has been proposed that he be released, residents have delayed the process. If the Department of State Hospitals cannot determine a location for the double offender, Stephenson could be released as a transient. Those in the conditional release program are three times less likely to be arrested when reintegrated into society, according to Department of State Hospitals data shown at the meeting Wednesday, which also showed 21 sexually violent predators have been released under the conditional release program in the state. Officials with the El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Office said there will be another hearing, which has not been scheduled as of press time.
Echo Lake as of Nov. 9 Water storage 1,890 acre-feet Percent full 97%
Inflow 13.22 cfs Outflow 29.30 cfs Silver Lake as of Nov. 9 Water storage 2,850 acre-feet Percent full 33% Inflow 5.63 cfs Outflow 52.10 cfs Sly Park as of Nov. 9 Water storage 34,130 acre-feet Percent Full 83% Inflow 10.60 cfs Outflow 14.7 cfs American River as of Nov. 9 Flow 79.86 cfs
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listed). He was later released.
Oct. 23 12:15 a.m. Assault with a deadly weapon was reported on Mt. Aukum Road in Placerville. 1:20 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 46-year-old man suspected of vehicle theft on Morning Song Court in El Dorado Hills. He was later released. 2:40 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Pleasant Valley Road in Diamond Springs. 2:58 p.m. Vandalism was reported on Green Valley Road in El Dorado Hills. 4:34 p.m. Battery was reported on Pioneer Hill Road in Placerville.
jail a 27-year-old man suspected of arson, obstruction and identity theft on Highway 49 in Diamond Springs. He was listed in custody in lieu of $323,000 bail.
5:07 p.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 36-year-old woman suspected of DUI, child abuse and driving on a suspended license on Greenview Drive in El Dorado Hills. She was released on $20,000 bail.
Oct. 24
5:19 p.m. Assault with a deadly weapon was reported on Spruce Avenue in Pollock Pines.
9:54 a.m. Grand theft was reported on Industrial Drive in Placerville.
6:53 p.m. Battery was reported at a hospital on Marshall Way in Placerville.
10:54 a.m. Battery was reported at a school on Cold Springs Road in Placerville.
9:52 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 45-year-old man suspected of shoplifting on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. He was released on $155,000 bail.
11:32 a.m. Grand theft was reported on Forni Road in Placerville.
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11:45 a.m. Trespassing was reported on Pleasant Valley Road in Diamond Springs.
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Richard B. Esposito Publisher
Noel Stack Managing Editor
Krysten Kellum Editor
California Commentary
Taxpayers respond to Newsom’s anti-Prop. 13 lawsuit
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n September, this column reported on the lawsuit against taxpayer and business groups brought by Gov. Gavin Newsom and the California Legislature seeking to have the Taxpayer Protection and Government JON COUPAL Accountability Act (TPA) removed from the November 2024 ballot. The purpose of TPA is to restore key provisions of Prop. 13 and other voter-approved ballot measures that gave taxpayers, not politicians, more say over when and how new tax revenue is raised. TPA is necessary because, over the past decade, the California courts have created massive loopholes and confusion in longestablished tax law and policy. TPA closes those loopholes and provides new safeguards to increase accountability and transparency over how politicians spend our tax dollars. It is the only long term check and balance on a permanent two thirds supermajority progressive Legislature. The reaction of California’s tax-and-spend progressives to the qualification of TPA is, as one would expect, shrill and hyperbolic. A massive misinformation campaign by the League of California Cities predicts that the passage of TPA would be an “end times” event. Of course, the league predicted the same thing in 1978 over Prop. 13. It is becoming increasingly clear that the ■ See COUPAL, page A5
Letters to the Editor Fantastic event EDITOR: he Días de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration held in downtown Placerville on Nov. 2 was the best event I have had the pleasure of attending in Placerville. It was great to see the mommas, the babies, the kids painting the sugar skulls, the excellent Mariachi band and our wonderful Hispanic community show up for this event. I would like to see more events by and for our Hispanic community. The Días de Los Muertos celebration was filled with warmth, music, food and families. Thank you to those that organized this lovely event. More please! AIDAN MAGUIRE Placerville
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Complain about Trump getting nailed for what Hillary was given a pass on and you are a mindless knuckle-dragger. Complain when Garland’s Department of Justice labels and investigates parents as domestic terrorists and you’re an extremist. Support the policies that gave us 2% inflation, low fuel prices and you’re a MAGA whacko. Oppose open borders and letting cartels, drugs, illegals and those on the terror watch list in and you’re xenophobic. Oppose the administration that gave us open borders, rampant inflation, sky-high fuel prices, rampant crime, 20% higher prices at the grocery store and you’re an extremist. But if you support the left-wing agenda that’s gotten us into this mess, then you are an enlightened person into togetherness. GEORGE ALGER Placerville
EDITOR: see Tamara Janies says we have to move forward together. Ever notice that the left’s together always means in lockstep with them?
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right as in being a hat’s not my beneficiary of a trust phrase. It or a beneficial owner is the title of property when of Rush not on title. And as Limbaugh’s second demonstrated by my book but so fitting for winning the American this column. For years I Jurisprudence Award have been writing that in Equity in law school the leftist/commies by achieving the top want to take away score in the class, I do your car and basically understand equity. The lock you up in a small, LARRY WEITZMAN socialist/communist high-rise apartment leftists now running with your only form our government don’t. Just look at of transportation being your feet, what a couple of people who were a bicycle or public transportation. How are New York subways working appointed to this ACTE have said. Committee member Andrea out lately? Flown an airline lately? Marpillero-Colomina (I never The evidence of this theme heard of her either) said, “All cars became more mainstream when are bad … even mass transit.” She Secretary of Transportation Peter wants zero-emission transit which Buttigieg announced the formation means no transit. Unfortunately, her of a panel of people he would like science background is very lacking to call “leading experts” to advise as even walking or riding a bicycle him on transportation “equity.” It’s causes CO2 emissions by the walker called the Advisory Committee on or bicyclist. It’s all about the “crisis” Transportation Equity. This ACTE of global warming. Marpillerois listed under the DOT’s Office Colomina is allegedly a spatial of Civil Rights. In case you didn’t policy “scholar.” Scholar is another know, cars are racist. It seems if overused and misdirected word, you don’t like a thing or a person, certainly on her. See “leading expert” you call it a racist or declare that it above. promotes racism. Another ACTE member is Equity is a word that has been Veronica Davis, who self describes co-opted as another word for herself among other things communism. Everyone gets the as a “community activist and same (misery). Actually, equity is transportation nerd.” Davis has a class taught in law school; but in written, “Cars are the problem … law school the word meant fairness vehicles are a status symbol that when there is no applicable law and only privileged white people own equitable is a kind of ownership
Davis subscribes to the leftist mantra, spending money will fix everything. Obviously, anyone who is a leftist doesn’t like to study history. In fact, it is leftists who want to destroy history … … vehicles have wreaked havoc on the environment and communities … Racism shaped the urban and suburban areas where even today we see the residual effects.” Davis wrote a book called “Inclusive Transportation,” which discusses walking, biking and how transportation needs to be more inclusive and there is a need to spend tax money on poor neighborhoods. Davis subscribes to the leftist mantra, spending money will fix everything. Obviously, anyone who is a leftist doesn’t like to study history. In fact, it is leftists who want to destroy history and the public education system is doing a good job of that. If we go back to the LBJ “Great Society” and the beginning of our welfare state, it is obvious that throwing money at poor people to make them better off doesn’t work. Our federal government has spent more than $7 trillion on great society programs and we are no better off today, 60 years later. In fact, the poverty rate is higher. The answer from the left is we need to do it better or we didn’t spend enough; we needed to spend just a little more. Equity or equal
outcomes or making the “rich or achievers” poor or poorer to spread out the misery does not and will never work in a free society. To leftists, paradise on earth is when everyone has nothing. That’s equity. What made America great is freedom and allowing the achievers to achieve. The cream rising to the top creates the rising tide that lifts all boats. Communism, socialism and equity fail because they defy human nature. Totalitarian, know-itall governments destroy human freedom, the human spirit and real progress. Free individuals, not government, created most every great invention — the steam engine, steam boat, cotton gin, sewing machine, typewriter, camera, telegraph, telephone, light bulb, movies, radio, television, flushing toilets, powered flight, automobile, farming machines, plastics, the computer, modern drugs and I could go on. Interestingly, when Donald Trump was president he abolished this ACTE committee (created by Obama) on implementing communism. Larry Weitzman is a resident of Placerville.
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voters of California don’t share the concerns of government bureaucrats and politicians over TPA. In fact, the more they hear about it, the more they are inclined to support it. (Given California’s outrageous tax burden, that shouldn’t be a surprise). As support for TPA grows, so does the desperation of its detractors, which explains the effort by the governor and the Legislature to use the courts to knock TPA off the ballot. But as frequently happens in politics, groundless attacks on taxpayer rights tend to backfire. Now voters will hear even more about the measure’s key provisions, such as requiring all new state taxes passed by the Legislature to go on the ballot for voter approval. Voters will be happy to hear that TPA restores the two-thirds vote threshold for local special taxes, and that it clears up muddy definitions that allow taxes to be mislabeled as “fees.” Voters will also like TPA’s transparency requirement that ballot labels must not only state clearly that a tax increase is a tax increase, but also disclose how the money will be spent. The campaign in support of TPA recently submitted their brief in response to the lawsuit. The Executive Committee of Californians for Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability consists of the leaders of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, the California Business Roundtable and the California Business Properties Association. The campaign’s co-chairs, Rob Lapsley, president
of the California Business Roundtable; Jon Coupal, president of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association; and Matthew Hargrove, president and CEO of the California Business Properties Association, issued the following statement: “It is disheartening to see the Legislature use taxpayer dollars to stifle the voice of the very people they are supposed to represent. Such actions contradict the foundational tenets of our democracy, where ‘all political power is inherent in the people,’ as stated in the California Constitution. The court should reject this unprecedented and undemocratic action that is an insult to the voters of California.” The statement went on to note TPA is a legally qualified initiative and that the lawsuit fails to articulate any compelling basis to strike it from the ballot Moreover, the governor and Legislature’s claim the TPA constitutes an impermissible constitutional “revision” is contrary to established legal precedent. A similar attack against Prop. 13 was rejected in 1978. At its core, the lawsuit is nothing more than the latest politically motivated attempt to keep the highly popular TPA off the ballot by taking the extreme action of denying voters their lawful right to amend the California Constitution. The Legislature has already gone so far as to pass ACA 13, which would, for the first time, take initiative power away from voters by demanding voter-backed
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Ponderosa furthers water polo dynasties Isaac Streeter Staff writer Ponderosa’s varsity water polo squads capped off another season in a sevenyear run resulting in 11 combined league championships and a section title for the boys and girls varsity teams under the coaching of boys head coach Adam Donovan and girls head coach Alex LaBass. The boys have won a league championship five
times and compiled a cumulative league record of 51-4. They added a Sac-Joaquin Section Division 2 championship in 2021. Their last league loss was four years ago, Oct. 7, 2019, to the Nevada Union Miners. Six straight league championships have been the result on the girls side of things as they’ve amassed a 46-4 record in league play. Their last loss came to the Whitney Wildcats
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KNOW Nov. 13 Vitalant will host an El Dorado Hills community blood drive, noon to 4:15 p.m. The Bloodmobile will be located in the parking lot near the baseball fields at the El Dorado Hills Community Services District, 1021 Harvard Way. Make an appointment at donors.vitalant.org and use blood drive code SMFM019 or call (877) 258-4825 and mention the same code. Walk-ins will be accommodated if space allows.
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Charter College and Career Prep students Ashton Walker, Ryan Archer, Sebastian Jacobson, Trinity Eaton, Joey Mix, Nevaeh Loscutoff and Autumn Ellert, from left, enjoy a fall field trip to Apple Hill.
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Viv & Riley will perform at The Sofia in Sacramento. For tickets and more information call (916) 443-5300 or visit bstreettheatre.org.
harter College and Career Prep students added to their culinary experience by recently visiting Boa Vista Orchards. They taste-tested a variety of apples and selected their favorites to make apple pies. The tasting barn was the perfect place for students to compare apple characteristics. Culinary teacher Lisa Boyle and academic support specialist Zach Qualls accompanied the students on the trip. Once apples were selected and purchased, the students enjoyed many delicious treats from the café, some fresh squeezed apple juice and the beautiful scenery around the pumpkin patch. The Culinary Arts class focuses on local farms and food choices to enhance students’ knowledge of the community’s home-grown products and the advantages of cooking with freshly harvested fruits and vegetables. The students made delicious apple pies that filled the school with the sweet aroma of home-baked goods and there was plenty to share. It is always a favorite day on campus when the culinary class prepares their farm-to-fork delights.
Nov. 15 The El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce hosts a business luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Cameron Park Country Club. Visit business. eldoradocounty.org/events to register. Eskaton Lodge in Cameron Park hosts a Holiday Bazaar, 1-3 p.m., with crafts, live music, hot cocoa and more. Mark Egbert of the El Dorado County Resource Conservation District, will be the speaker at the next Amador-El Dorado Forest Forum, 6 p.m. at Colina Del Oro Mexican Restaurant, 694 Pleasant Valley Road in Diamond Springs. To RSVP, contact Diane Dealey Neill at dianedealeyneill@gmail. com or (530) 417-1960 by Nov. 13. Are you nervous about the fire season? Have questions about home hardening and creating defensible space? Do you know what to do if wildfire is headed your way? Join the Camino Fire Safe Council to learn more at 6:30 p.m. at the Cal Fire Amador/ El Dorado Unit Headquarters conference room, 2840 Mt. Danaher Road, Camino. B Street Theatre at The Sofia in Sacramento presents “Snow Fever,” Nov. 15 through Dec. 24. For tickets and more information call (916) 443-5300 or visit bstreettheatre.org.
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CCCP students Autumn Ellert, left, and Trinity Eaton check out Boa Vista Orchards’ pumpkins during the field trip while their classmates behind them visit the cider tasting shack.
Folsom Lake College celebrates enrollment milestone News release FOLSOM — Folsom Lake College, a member of the Los Rios Community College District and a leading institution of higher education in the greater Sacramento region, recently announce a momentous achievement in its history. The college has reached a significant milestone with its enrollment surpassing 10,000 students. This milestone reflects the community college’s commitment to providing exceptional education and fostering an inclusive learning environment. With a diverse student body, Folsom Lake College continues to attract talented individuals from various backgrounds, creating a vibrant and enriching college community at its main Folsom campus, El Dorado Center in Placerville, Rancho Cordova Center and online.
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Folsom Lake College continues to expand its programs and campus to accommodate more students eager to learn. “We are incredibly proud to reach this remarkable milestone of serving 10,000 students,” said Folsom Lake College President Dr. Art Pimentel. “It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our faculty, staff and students. This
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achievement reinforces our commitment to providing a world-class education and preparing our students for success in their chosen fields.” By offering a wide range of degree and certificate programs, state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive and
innovative learning environment, Folsom Lake College has become a destination of choice for students seeking a transformative educational experience. “10,000 students is a momentous milestone and the growth of Folsom Lake College
is emblematic of the demand for higher education in our region,” said Los Rios Community College District Chancellor Dr. Brian King. “The college’s growth has also advanced the region’s development by fostering partnerships, educating the workforce, creating job opportunities and supporting local businesses.” Folsom Lake College also includes the premier regional performing arts center, the Harris Center for the Arts, which serves as the home to the college’s visual and performing arts instructional programs and contributes to the cultural and artistic vibrancy of the region. With the college’s service area forecasted to grow rapidly over the next several decades, including the building of more than 11,000 residential homes in n See FLC, page B4
Don’t Miss Our Thanksgiving Holiday Edition Wednesday, November 22 This year’s edition will feature: › Local Recipes › Gift Ideas › Crafts › Decoration Ideas › Home Entertainment › Family Fun Activities Great opportunity to thank your customers! To advertise in this special edition of the Mountain Democrat, contact your sales representative or call 530-344-5048.
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Interested students have the opportunity to travel to Europe, Asia, North or South America, Australia or South Africa as part of the ASSE International Student Exchange Program.
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News release Qualified high school students are offered a unique opportunity to explore the world by spending an academic year, semester or summer in Europe, Asia, North or South America, Australia or South Africa as part of the ASSE International Student Exchange Program. A nonprofit, public benefit organization, ASSE is dedicated to promoting closer
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The Democratic Party of El Dorado County is proud to announce its 18th annual Fred Winn Essay Contest. Juniors and seniors in all public high schools of El Dorado county are eligible. First prize is $1,500, second prize is $750 and third prize is $500. The essay topic this year is: Discuss the most important issue[s] to you in the upcoming presidential [or general] election. Explain how this issue or these issues impact your life. Essays must be received by Jan.
31, 2024. Winners will be notified in March and an awards luncheon for students, parents and teachers will be held in April 2024. Entries are to be mailed to: Democratic Party Essay Contest P.O. Box 762 Diamond Springs, CA, 95619 Students should contact their school’s counseling office or the El Dorado County Office of Education scholarship list for entry forms and instructions for submission. Any questions? Contact Mel Chapman at (530) 621-0409
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ings because if you show that you feel too good, it could be interpreted as smug, and if you feel too bad, it could be seen as weakness. Just don’t hide your feelings so well that you forget where you put them. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Treasures abound, many in plain view, though you have to be an expert to understand the many shapes they come in. Let your eyes adjust to the most helpful point of view, then make the most of the situation. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’ll do your work without procrastination. You’ll choose your battles. You’ll spot potential energy drains from a mile away and steer clear. What once stressed you is now just part of your flow. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Drawn in by the people who need your help, you’ll be moved to volunteer. You may not understand entirely what you’re signing up for, but whatever you say you’ll do, you’ll do -- so be careful what you say! AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You’ve come this far. Don’t give up. You may be experiencing a lack of faith, but you’re closer than you think to getting your goal. Tweak your strategy and your mindset, and keep going. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Success will depend on your ability to differentiate what feels good and right from what doesn’t. The opinions of others will only cloud your judgment. Do what it takes to hear your heart better.
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Musician Joan Osborne brings her hits to The Center alive.” Osborne has followed her restless musical heart, exploring a diverse range of genres: pop rock, soul, R&B, blues, roots rock, gospel, funk and country — all of which can be heard on “Trouble and Strife,” along with the western side of C&W and a touch of glam and disco. “For a lot of the record, we were going for a ‘70s AM radio vibe,” said Osborne. As for the lyrics, the songs “are the most political I’ve ever written,” she conveyed of her first album of originals since 2014’s confessional “Love and Hate.” Osborne also produced “Trouble and Strife,” primarily recorded in her basement studio in Brooklyn and released on the label she founded in 1991, Womanly Hips. Tackling serious subject matter in her writing while crafting music to “uplift,” Osborne assembled “a great live band” (including several musicians who played on her acclaimed last album, “Songs of Bob Dylan”): guitarists Jack Petruzzelli, Nels Cline and Andrew Carillo, keyboardist Keith
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RASS VALLEY — The Center for the Arts presents multiplatinum selling recording artist Joan Osborne with opener Katie Knipp in the Marisa Funk Theater on Nov. 15. Since she broke through 25 years ago with the multiplatinum “Relish” and its touchstone mega-smash “One of Us,” the seven-time Grammy nominee has never played it safe. It has been quite the journey since the woman AllMusic.com declared “the most gifted vocalist of her generation” moved from small-town Kentucky to attend NYU film school in the 1980s. Osborne’s astounding voice drew attention when she joined the fun at open mic nights in downtown clubs, which eventually led to 1995’s “Relish.” Since then, she’s performed with Motown’s revered rhythm section the Funk Brothers and toured with the Dead (where she first met and sang with Dylan). She’s harmonized with Stevie Wonder at the Rock and
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For 25 years Joan Osborne has mesmerized with her voice and soulful music. See her live Nov. 15 in Grass Valley. Roll Hall of Fame, duetted with Luciano Pavarotti and co-headlined a tour with the legendary Mavis Staples. She has amassed a loyal fan base as she’s continuously traveled the country. Through it all, she sees more clearly now than ever the essential role
our troubadours play. On her 10th studio album, the masterful “Trouble and Strife,” Osborne has issued a clarion call. With stunning vocals, a diverse range of songs and incisive lyrics, this deeply engaging collection of new original songs is her
response to “the crazy, chaotic times we’re living in,” she said, and “a recognition of the important role music has to play in this moment. Music has a unique ability to re-energize people and allow us to continue to hang on to that sense of joy of being
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Sending It: Climbing El Dorado at the Switchboard Gallery in Placerville, Nov. 16 through Jan. 28, 2024, examines the unique and world-renowned climbing features perched along Highway 50. For more information about the exhibit visit artsandcultureeldorado.org/ gallery.
Nov. 17 The Sierra Renaissance Society presents From Dick and Jane to Digitization of Education by Margaret Maughan, 1-2:30 p.m. at the Mother Lode Lions Hall, 4701 Missouri Flat Road. We will hold our annual business meeting followed by the presentation. Admission free for members; public is invited to attend two meetings a year free. The Sierra Renaissance Society of El Dorado County is dedicated to lifelong learning and hosts presentations and workshops throughout the year. For more information visit srsedc.org. A Friendsgiving Potluck will be held at 1 p.m. at the Gilmore Senior Center, 990 Lassen Lane
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the city of Folsom south of Highway 50, Folsom Lake College’s enrollment is expected to climb to a projected 15,000 to 20,000 students upon the college’s full build-out. To meet student demand, construction is currently under way on the college’s 75,000-square-foot science building which will house six biology labs, six chemistry labs and a 4,000-squarefoot science center, and will be the largest science facility within the Los Rios Community College District. In addition to the growth in enrollment and facilities, Folsom Lake College has expanded its portfolio of career education programs to include a viticulture and winemaking degree and certificate, an artificial intelligence program developed with Intel and is launching a fire technology program in partnership with the newly built El Dorado Hills Fire Department Training Center. The
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STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-0980 File Number of Fictitious Business Name Statement: FB2023-0458 Date Fictitious Business Name was filed in El Dorado County: 05/04/2023 Fictitious Business Name(s) to be abandoned: ElDORADO HAUlING Fictitious Business Name Street Address: 1990 Tower Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) HAVE ABANDONED THE USE OF THE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: Registrant name(s) & address(es): Maurice Brown, 1990 Tower Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 This business was conducted by an
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Public Notices Individual Signature of Registrant: /s/ Maurice Brown MAURICE BROWN, PRINCIPLE 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 09/28/2023. The Statement of Abandonment of Fictitious Business Name must be published in a newspaper once a week for four successive weeks and an affidavit of publication filed with
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the county clerk within 30 days after publication has been accomplished. The Statement should be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the county where the principal place of business is located. The Statement should be published in such county in a newspaper that circulates in the area where the business is conducted (Business & Professions Code 17917). Any person who executes, files, or publishes any fictitious business name statement, knowing that such statement is false, in whole or in part, is guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be fined not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) (Business & Professions code 17930) 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13 12406
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1046 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SOUTH lAKE TAX, located at 965 Tahoe Keys Blvd A, South Lake Tahoe, CALI 96150/ Mailing Address: 2172 Big Pine Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Registered owner(s): Kathryn A Jaeger, 2172 Big Pine Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/28/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Kathryn Jaeger KATHRYN JAEGER, OWNER
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 10/18/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION
17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13 12407 legal notice continued on the next page
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Public Notices NOTICE OF LIEN SALE LIEN SALE OF 2012 SUBARU IMPREZA Vin: JF1GV8J65CL029682 LIC PLATE: 6XHB192 CA DATE OF SALE : 11/14/2023 9AM LOCATION: SHINGLE SPRINGS SUBARU INC. 4045 WILD CHAPARRAL DR SHINGLE SPRINGS, CA 95682 10/30, 11/1, 11/6, 12421 11/8, 11/13 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-0946 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DELITESOMS, located at 520 Pleasant Valley Rd, Diamond Springs, CA 95619/Mailing Address: PO Box 668, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Suntera Ventures, 520 Pleasant Valley Rd, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: Suntera Ventures, CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: __________ Signature of Registrant: /s/ Sheri Arntsen-Miller ___________, MANAGING MEMBER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 09/19/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12426 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF STANLEY A. GREGORY CASE NO. 23PR0264 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of STANLEY A. GREGORY A PETITION for Probate has been filed by DONNA GREGORY in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that DONNA GREGORY be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: January 22, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 9 at 3321 Cameron Park Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: NATHANIEL WILLSON 3080 Cedar Ravine Road Placerville, CA 95667 (530) 626-4300 12427 10/30, 11/6, 11/13 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1064 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TEENYWEENYTV, located at 2595 Dudley Drive, Rescue, CA 95672 Registered owner(s): TEENYWEENYTV LLC, 2595 Dudley Drive, Rescue, CA 95672 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/14/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Stephen Edward Perry
STEPHEN EDWARD PERRY, OFFICER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 10/26/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4 12443 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1057 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: YOGASIX EL DORADO HILLS, located at 1006 White Rock, Suite 110, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762/ Mailing Address: 2720 Via Fiori, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): M&M Experience LLC, 2720 Via Fiori, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 06/13/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Maan Ahmadie MAAN AHMADIE, MANAGING MEMBER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 10/25/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27 12447 T.S. NO.: 22-6770 LOAN NO.: **7559 APN: 042-352-003-000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/8/2013. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The 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 the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: LISA SPARKS, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Duly Appointed Trustee: Prestige Default Services, LLC Recorded 4/16/2013 as Instrument No. 20130018978-00 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of El Dorado County, California, Date of Sale: 11/29/2023 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Main Street entrance to the County Courthouse at 495 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $152,177.51 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 5197 SLY PARK ROAD Pollock Pines, California 95726 A.P.N.: 042-352003-000 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are
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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. All checks payable to Prestige Default Services, LLC. 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 www.nationwideposting. com, using the file number assigned to this case 22-6770. 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 (916) 939-0772, or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting. com, using the file number assigned to this case 22-6770 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: 10/27/2023 Prestige Default Services, LLC 1920 Old Tustin Ave. Santa Ana, California 92705 Questions: 949427-2010 Sale Line: (916) 939-0772 Patricia Sanchez, Trustee Sale Officer NPP0442725 To: MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT & PLACERVILLE TIMES 11/06/2023, 11/13/2023, 11/20/2023 11/6, 11/13, 11/20 12448 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JOAN M. JACOBSON CASE NO. 23PR0268 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JOAN M. JACOBSON A Petition for Probate has been filed by SUSAN FLAHERTY in the Superior Court of California, County of EL DORADO. The Petition for Probate requests that SUSAN FLAHERTY be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The Petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The Petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court on 11/27/2023 at 8:30 A.M. in Dept. 9 Room N/A located at 3321 CAMERON PARK DRIVE, CAMERON PARK, CA 95682. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: ANNA JANG, 177 POST STREET, SUITE 600, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94108, Telephone: 415-496-9273 11/10, 11/13, 11/20/23 CNS-3755325# THE MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT 11/10, 11/13, 11/20 12458
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1090 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GRAVITY TREE EXPERTS, located at 6270 1/2 Pony Express Trail, Pollock Pines, CA 95726/Mailing Address: PO Box 1202, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Jacob K Derrick, 6270 1/2 Pony Express Trail, Pollock Pines, CA 95726 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Jacob Derrick JACOB DERRICK 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 11/07/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4 12473 NOTICE OF ELECTION TO BE HELD MARCH 5, 2024 IN THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the qualified electors of the County of El Dorado that the Governor proclaimed and the Secretary of State attests that the regularly scheduled statewide Presidential Primary Election will be held on March 5, 2024. Candidates for the following party-nominated federal office will be nominated at the primary election are as follows: President of the United States NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the following political parties have properly notified the Secretary of State that the party will allow registered voters not declaring a political party preference on their official voter registration affidavit to request and vote their party’s presidential ballot in the primary election: American Independent Democratic Party Libertarian NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that candidates for the following state voter-nominated offices will be nominated at the primary election and the two-highest vote recipients will advance to the general election regardless of political party preference: United States Representative in Congress- District 3 United States Representative in Congress- District 5 US Senator US Senator – Unexpired Short Term State Assembly - District 1 State Assembly - District 5 The candidate filing period for the above state offices is November 13, 2023, through December 8, 2023. Nomination papers are available at the California Secretary of State’s Office located at 1500 11th Street, Suite 600, Sacramento, CA, or at the County of El Dorado Elections Department located at 3883 Ponderosa Rd, Shingle Springs and on our website here: https://edcgov. us/Government/Elections/Pages/ Presidential-Primary-CandidateInformation Please call the County of El Dorado Elections Department at (530) 621-7480 for more information and qualifications. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the candidates for the following non-partisan county offices will be nominated at the primary election. The two-highest vote recipients will advance to the general election unless a candidate receives over fifty percent (50%) of the votes cast for the office. Superior Court Judge – Office 3 County Supervisor, District I County Supervisor, District II County Supervisor, District III The declaration of intention for the superior court judicial office is October 30, 2023, to November 8, 2023. The period to file a declaration of intention will be extended on November 9, 2023, to November 13, 2023, if the incumbent of the office does not file a declaration of intention. The declaration of candidacy for all elective offices is November 13, 2023, to December 8, 2023. Nomination papers are available at the County of El Dorado Elections Department located at 3883 Ponderosa Rd, Shingle Springs and on our website here: https://edcgov. us/Government/Elections/Pages/ Presidential-Primary-CandidateInformation Please call the Elections Department at (530) 621-7480 for more information and qualifications. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the following party-nominated county central committees shall be elected for each political party qualified to participate in the primary election. American Independent Democratic Green Libertarian Peace & Freedom Republican NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN Pre-election logic and accuracy testing of election equipment will commence on or after January 30, 2024. To confirm the date, please contact the Elections Department at (530) 621-7480. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the processing of vote by mail ballots will begin no earlier than February
5, 2024, in the County of El Dorado Elections Department located at 3883 Ponderosa Rd, Shingle Springs. The public is invited to observe. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that polls will be open from 7 am to 8 pm on March 5, 2024. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that ballot counting will commence on March 5, 2024, at 8 pm at the central counting site located in the County of El Dorado Elections Department located at 3883 Ponderosa Rd, Shingle Springs. The public is invited to observe. BE FURTHER ADVISED that Official Canvass of the election will commence no later than March 7, 2024, and conclude no later than April 2, 2024, at the County of El Dorado Elections Department located at 3883 Ponderosa Rd, Shingle Springs. The public is invited to observe. The Elections Department shall be open from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Election Day, March 5, 2024. The ballots will be counted beginning at 8:00 p.m. following the closing of the polls at the Elections Department, 3883 Ponderosa Rd, Shingle Springs. The public is invited to observe. If you have any questions, please call (530) 621-7480. Bill O’Neill County of El Dorado Registrar of Voters November 6, 2023 11/13 12474 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS NO. CA-23-960179-AB ORDER NO.: 230260853-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/23/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The 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 the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): STEPHEN A. MCDERMOTT AND SUSAN E. MCDERMOTT, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY Recorded: 12/30/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0109400-00 and modified as per Modification Agreement recorded 8/22/2011 as Instrument No. 2011-0038992-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of EL DORADO County, California; Date of Sale: 12/6/2023 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Main Street entrance to the County Courthouse at 495 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $170,389.05 The purported property address is: 4534 PONY EXPRESS TRAIL, CAMINO, CA 95709 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 043-370-006-000 043-370-06-100 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 855 2385118 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan. com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-23-960179-AB. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: 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 855 238-5118, or visit this internet website http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-23-960179-AB 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. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNEROCCUPANT: Any prospective owneroccupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 855 238-5118 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION . TS No.: CA-23-960179-AB IDSPub #0189142 11/13/2023 11/20/2023 11/27/2023 12475 11/13, 11/20, 11/27 NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A NEGATIVE DECLARATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the County of El Dorado, as lead agency, has prepared a Negative Declaration (ND) for the below referenced Project. The Draft ND analyzes the potential environmental effects associated with the proposed Project in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). This Notice of Intent (NOI) is to provide responsible agencies and other interested parties with notice of the availability of the Draft ND and solicit comments and concerns regarding the environmental issues associated with the proposed Project. LEAD AGENCY: County of El Dorado, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 CONTACT: County Planner: Benjamin Koff, 530-621-5697 PROJECT: CUP23-0010/EDH Verizon Wireless Communications Facility PROJECT LOCATION: The property, identified by Assessor’s Parcel Number 117-084-005 consisting of 2 acres, is located on the west side of Hillsdale Circle approximately 925 feet to the southwest of Robert J. Matthews Parkway, in the El Dorado Hills Industrial area, Supervisorial District 2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A request for a conditional use permit request for the construction and ongoing operation of an unmanned, 97-foottall faux pine tree (monopine) wireless telecommunications facility and accessory items within a 40’-0” x 32’-8” lease area. The telecommunications facility is proposed to include one (1) 97-foot tall monopine tower, nine (9) antennas (with three (3) future antennas proposed), six (6) remote radio units (with three (3) future remote radio units proposed), four (4) surge suppressors, one (1) 30kW diesel standby generator attached to a 300-gallon capacity tank, and three (3) equipment cabinets. No water or sewer service would be required for the proposed project as it is an unmanned facility. Electricity will be provided by Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E). The project is proposing a 15-foot wide, non-exclusive, access and utility easement off of Hillsdale Circle, east of the property. No trees are proposed for removal and the project site is already fully developed. PUBLIC REVIEW PERIOD: The public review period for the Draft ND set forth in CEQA for this project is 30 days, beginning November 14, 2023, and ending December 13, 2023. Any written comments must be received within the public review period. Copies of the Draft ND for this project may be reviewed and/or obtained in the County of El Dorado Planning and Building Department, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667, during normal business hours or online at https://edc-trk. aspgov.com/etrakit/. In order to view attachments, please login or create an E-Trakit account and search the project name or application file number in the search box. Please direct your comments to: County of El Dorado, Planning and Building Department, County Planner: Benjamin Koff, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 or EMAIL: planning@edcgov.us PUBLIC HEARING: The public hearing for the ND is tentatively scheduled to be heard at the December 14, 2023 Planning Commission meeting. Please check the Planning Commission agenda at https://eldorado.legistar.com/ Calendar.aspx for changes to this tentatively scheduled hearing date. COUNTY OF EL DORADO PLANNING AND BUILDING DEPARTMENT KAREN L. GARNER, Director November 13, 2023 11/13 12476
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hether you’re hosting a large holiday gathering or simply savoring the season with those nearest and dearest, serving up flavorful dishes your friends and family will love is key to bringing everyone together. With a full portfolio to choose from, you can shake up your meals all throughout the season using inspiration and premium products from Smithfield to help bring everyone together to share favorite memories and meals from breakfast to dessert and everything in between. This holiday season, create a masterpiece such as a Hickory Smoked Spiral Sliced Ham with Bourbon, Honey and Orange Glaze for the perfect combination of sweet and savory with fresh orange juice, bourbon, ginger, cinnamon and honey that’ll leave guests asking for seconds. easy to prepare and ready to be served, Smithfield Spiral Hams are presliced and only need to be heated. Plus, if you’re short on time during a hectic holiday season and unable to prepare a homemade glaze, a preglazed ham is an easy option. For more easy-to-make holiday recipe inspiration, visit Smithfield.com.
Hickory Smoked Spiral Sliced Ham with Bourbon, Honey and Orange Glaze Total time: 2 hours, 40 minutes 1 Smithfield Hickory Smoked Spiral Sliced Ham 1/2 cup bourbon 1/2 cup honey 1 1/2 cups fresh orange juice 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground clove 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon ground ginger Preheat oven to 325 F.
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dish. There are a lot of elements that go into making a stellar side, however. It must have lots of flavor and the seasoning needs to be on point. Next time you’re looking for a versatile, delicious side dish nearly everyone will love, try these Horseradish Mashed Potatoes. They have a perfect potato texture and are full of creamy goodness with a horseradish kick to savor. To make these potatoes, start with 2 quarts of water in a large pot. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 3 pounds of Yukon Gold potatoes then boil 15-20 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of water from the pot. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk 16 ounces of
sour cream, 1/4 cup of horseradish, salt and pepper. Add butter to warm potatoes then mash. Add sour cream mixture, chives and reserved water halfway through mashing. Once you have the desired consistency, your potatoes are ready to serve with additional butter chives. Once you sink your spoon into a bowl of these flavor-packed potatoes, you’ll understand why there are never any leftovers. These potatoes can satisfy almost any appetite with a unique flavor combination and appealing aroma. Find more side dish recipes at Culinary.net.
Horseradish Mashed Potatoes Source: Culinary.net Servings: 4-6 2 quarts water 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, halved 1 stick of unsalted butter, cut into 8 slices, divided 16 ounces sour cream 1/4 cup horseradish, prepared and squeezed of moisture 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup chopped chives, plus additional for topping in saucepan, bring water and 1 teaspoon salt to boil. add potatoes and boil 15-20 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup liquid. Drain potatoes and place in bowl. add six slices of butter and mash potatoes coarsely. in medium bowl, whisk together sour cream, horseradish, remaining salt, pepper and chives. add mixture to mashed potatoes. add reserved water. Mash to combine. Transfer to serving bowl and top with remaining butter pieces and additional chives.