Mountain Democrat, Monday, November 14, 2022

Cameron Park Lake’s future debated, looking less murky

Thomas back in third place

Krysten Kellum Editor

In the Placerville City Council race a Thursday evening update from the El Dorado County Elections Department showed incumbent Dennis Thomas regaining a lead over newcomer David Yarbrough by nine votes. Ballots continue to be counted and the next update is expected at 5 p.m. Nov. 15.

Who will win the third open City Council seat is up in the air. The first batch of voter returns showed Thomas with 40 votes ahead of Yarbrough. Then totals released just after midnight Nov. 9 swapped with Yarbrough edging Thomas by four votes.

The top vote-getters are Nicole Gotberg with 1,336, or 18.69% of ballots cast. John Clerici brought in 1,213 votes, 16.97%.

Gotberg is a geologist and is currently serving on the Placerville Planning Commission. Clerici is a former City Council member and current member of the Placerville Economic Advisory Committee and El Dorado County Planning Commission.

Thomas is a current City Council member and owner of Robinsons Pharmacy. Yarbrough works as a real estate agent.

Aerators to improve lake health, lagoon may be replaced with splash pad

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Jana Rossi Staff writer

The prospective Cameron Park Lake splash pad became a hot topic during the Oct. 19 Cameron Park Community Services District Board of Directors meeting, with some concerned the project isn’t the best use of CSD funds.

CPCSD staff and directors in 2019 permanently closed the lake’s swimming lagoon and later sent surveys out to Cameron Park residents asking for input regarding water recreation amenities. Many board meetings later it was unanimously decided a splash pad, considered to require less maintenance and be less costly to operate, would be constructed at the lagoon site.

Director Monique Scobey, who originally voted in favor of the splash pad, made a presentation during the October meeting outlining her change of heart,

noting she has heard protests from residents and also thinks the concrete splash pad is not in harmony with Cameron Park Lake and natural surroundings. Other concerns she touched upon in her presentation included the California water situation — citing the off chance the pad could become inoperable if a drought occurs — and the parking impact a new structure could bring to the lake. She said she also had concerns about spending 70% of the Park Impact

Fresh faces coming to board

Jana Rossi Staff writer

The Cameron Park Community Services District Board of Directors welcomes two new board members and retains one current member up for re-election.

Dawn Wolfson and Tim Israel replace CPCSD board President

Felicity Carlson and Director Ellie Wooten (neither opted to run for re-election), while Director Monique Scobey continues to serve on the board.

Scobey said not having an election is saving the district approximately $12,000. Three seats were available and only three people ran.

Wolfson, who works for a health insurance company as a business systems analyst, said she looks forward to forging a relationship with Cal Fire and delving into the budget as her first orders of business.

“I want to ensure the community is getting what it needs,” she shared.

Israel said he thinks public service is very important, explaining his top priorities as a new board member are to ensure fiscal responsibility and sustainability and to make parks more

available. He has spent the last 20 years working for Sacramento County Waste Management and currently serves on the Cameron Park CSD’s CC&R Committee.

This will be Scobey’s second four-year term serving Cameron Park. She was appointed to a one-year term in 2017 with Director Wooten and then first elected with Carlson and Wooten in 2018 for a four-year term.

“I am pleased and privileged to serve another four years as a director for the

Cameron Park CSD,” Scobey said. “In the past four years many tasks have been accomplished. We have balanced the budget, installed a costsaving solar project, added a disc golf course and weathered the COVID crisis. Now, there are many projects ahead of us, including negotiating our fire contract, improving park amenities and continuing responsible management of the district.”

The directors will be sworn into their positions at the December CPCSD board meeting.

Another close contest will decide a third post on the El Dorado Hills Community Services District Board of Directors.

Incumbent and current board President

Business boost on the way

El Dorado County businesses seeking to grow and thrive in the community now have a new partnership opportunity — with the county itself.

The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a technical assistance program that will grant local businesses accepted into area incubator and accelerator programs up to a $50,000 scholarship to cover program expenses provided they meet application requirements and remain in the county for at least three years.

“Traditionally the county’s approach to economic development has been reactionary, where we will assist projects and companies when they come in but not necessarily take proactive steps in working and supporting our business community,” explained county Economic and Business Relations Manager Kyle Zimbelman.

As competition to attract and retain businesses intensifies, the county has the opportunity to do more through these funds, which come from Transient Occupancy Tax revenue, which has come in higher than anticipated. Chief Administrative Officer Don Ashton noted the board previously approved the funds in the fiscal year 2022-23 budget.

“We thought this was a good opportunity for some one-time money to see how this program goes,” Ashton told supervisors. “If it’s successful, and I think it will be, future … dedication of funds will need to be considered by the board.”

In this trial year, county officials hope to award five to 10 scholarships. An application timeline has not yet been set.

“We have become increasingly cognizant of El Dorado County’s talent in growing

Noel Stack Managing editor

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Residents and Cameron Park Community Services District leaders talked about the health of Cameron Park Lake, as well as future amenities, during a recent meeting.

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Roger Bigelow

Aug. 8, 1938 – Aug. 17, 2022

Roger was born in 1938 to Wynola Lucus and Alburt “Ty” Bigelow. Roger grew up in Placerville and graduated from El Dorado High School in 1957. He worked at the fruit shed and also Michigan Cal on the boat. In 1958 he joined the Navy and traveled all over the world during his 21 years of service, he attained the rank of Machinist Mate 1st Class. Growing up, Roger spent a lot of memorable times with his Uncles Joe and Red Bigelow at various family gatherings. Also special to him was Grandma Bigelow and Bessie Esty. He leaves behind his brothers Robert and Scott Bigelow as well as his sister-in-law, Lois. He will be missed by all those that knew him. Roger was a big fan of sweets and Bob and Lois fondly recall how delighted he was the last visit they had as he drank the big milkshake they brought him. At his request, no services will be held.

Donna Lee Nevers Sievert

Feb. 2, 1939 – Oct. 19, 2022

Donna was born in Los Angeles Feb. 2, 1939 to Don and Hillian Nevers. Her father worked in the shipyards supervising an all woman crew. She spent her first few years there before moving to Placerville with her parents and a new baby sister, Diana. After coming to Placerville her other sister Delia was born. Donna attended upper Broadway School, Placerville Elementary School and graduated from El Dorado High School in 1957. Like most everyone at that time, Donna worked summers at the fruit house. Always knowing she wanted to become a teacher. She rode the bus to Sierra College for 2 years, then transferred to Sacramento State where she lived in the dorms. It was there she earned her teaching credentials. Donna began teaching at Camino Elementary School. Delia remembers how well she dressed she was and always wore high heals. Donna moved to Fresno where she taught elementary school. She later moved back to Placerville and met and married Don Sievert in the early ‘70s, unfortunately Don passed in 1977. Donna also worked several years for Marshall Hospital, and many years at Placerville Flower Shop. Donna was very active in the Emblem Club at the time of her death, and was the longest standing member. Donna always loved to crochet and would make gifts for all her family and friends. After she stopped driving she became a regular on El Dorado Transit and became friends with many of the drivers as well as passengers. Donna was preceded in death by her parents and sister Diana. She is survived by her sister Delia “Lois”, brother-in-law Robert Bigelow and numerous other family and friends. There will be a memorial service at a later date held at the church she loved and was a very active member - El Dorado Community Church.

Betty Louise Dufour May 3, 1930 – Nov. 2, 2022

Betty Louise Dufour of St. George, Utah. Died Nov. 2. She was born Betty Louise Mendenhall in Monterey Park, California, on May 3, 1930. The only child of Joel James Mendenhall and Amy Grace Lane. The Depression forced her family to relocate, and she was raised in Placerville, Calif.

She married Douglas Leon Howard on May 18, 1947, and they had two daughters. She was Secretary and O ce Manager for her husbands business, Jim’s Building Supply. She was a past member and Secretary of the Hangtown Toastmistress Club, Past Director and Interim Manager of the El Dorado County Fair Board, and past member of the Juvenile Justice Commission of El Dorado County. They divorced in 1972.

She was the O ce Manager for Levitz Furniture stores in Sacramento and later moving to South San Fransisco, Calif. from 1970- 1973. She later returned to Sacramento and from 1975-1999 she was a Real Estate Agent for Coldwell Banker. She met ad married Raymond Howard Johnson on November 10, 1979 and they lived in Orangevale, Calif. until his death Dec. 12, 1995.

She married Raynald David Dufour April 17, 1999, retired from real estate, and moved to Brigham City, UT. In Utah, she was the Secretary/Treasurer of the Brigham City Golf & Country Club, a volunteer Tax Counselor for the Elderly and was active in the Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Brigham City. He died Dec. 2, 2015.

After his death, she moved to the Seville Senior Living Facility in Orem, UT. Betty loved jokes and spent years compiling books filled with her favorite jokes and comic strips to share with everyone, donating many of these books to local Veteran’s Home.

Recently, she moved to The Retreat at Sunbrook in St. George, UT, continuing to share her good nature and jokes, and staying active in the Trinity Lutheran Church in St George, UT.

She is survived by her two daughters, Cheryl Marie Hawley of Syracuse, N.Y., and Kara Lynne (Rick) Jackman of St. George, UT. Also surviving, are 6 grandchildren; Je rey Hawley and Elizabeth Demeis, Syracuse, N.Y., Jessica (Justin) Johnson, Santaquin, UT, Sarah (Je ) Mickalson, Houston, TX, Kristina Anderson, Pleasant Grove, UT, and Andy Anderson, Bountiful, UT, and deceased grandson, Jared Scott Anderson. She also has many step, step-great grandchildren, and close friends she loved throughout her life.

At her request, her remains have been donated to the University Utah Medical Center for the benefit of science.

Condolences may be shared at mcmillanmortuary.com

Walter R. Tingley, Jr.

Oct. 17, 1929 – Oct. 8, 2022

Walter passed away peacefully on Oct. 8, 2022. He was born in Sacramento, Calif. on Oct. 17, 1929 to Hazel Faye (Higgs) Tingley and Walter Reddington Tingley Sr. He had an older sister named Beverly. He attended high school at Sacramento High, and graduated with the class of 1947. Through the years, he kept many friendships with the members of his graduating class.

He attended Sacramento Junior College briefly before transferring to UC Berkeley in 1950. In 1952, Walter joined the army and went to serve his country in Germany. While there, he worked as a typist, and skied on the army ski team. Upon his return, he reenrolled at UC Berkeley, where he joined the Acacia fraternity and studied history. He remained a lifelong Cal fan, attending many “Big Games”.

Shortly after he graduated, he began work at Field Ernst Envelope company in San Francisco. He met and married the love of his life, Dolores (Dixie) Mae (Hauck) Tingley on Dec. 7, 1955. They lived in Oakland initially with first born daughter, Diana, and then moved to Concord when son, Walter III was born. While there, they were active in their community and organized neighborhood pancake breakfasts and picnics.

Walter’s job as sales manager at Field Ernst moved to South San Francisco in 1963, so they moved to Belmont for a better commute in 1964. In 1965, twins Jennifer and Timothy were born.

A couple years later, Walter left Field Ernst to start his own envelope manufacturing company in San Francisco, Golden West Envelope. The company became very successful and Walter participated in the Golden Gate Breakfast Club (even serving as President) and also joined the board of the Salvation Army.

During this time, his interests included catching crabs and abalone in the ocean, skiing in the Sierras, and sailing his little sail boat. Walter and Dixie also went many times to their little cabin in the woods at Donner Summit with the children. They called the cabin the HunkyDory.

In 1999, Walter sold Golden West Envelope and moved to Shingle Springs. Once there, Walter and Dixie took full advantage of retirement. They hiked and camped with a group of friends they called Mountain Madness, joined the local Elks Lodge, visited several foreign countries, attended the Federated Church in Placerville, and joined an RV group.

Walter was predeceased by Dixie (May 3, 2022). Survivors include their children Diana (Michael) Cascone of Sunnyvale, Walter III (Susan) Tingley of Granite Bay, Timothy Tingley of Vista, and Jennifer Tingley of Redwood City. Grandchildren include Daniel (Eleanor) Cascone, Matt (Robyn) Cascone, Angela (Thomas) Reed, David Tingley and Monica (Jacob) Dodson. Great grandchild Riley Dodson.

The family would like to thank the team at Gold Country Health Center for caring for Walter and Dixie. A memorial service is planned for mid November at the National Cemetery in Dixon. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Salvation Army.

Donald Sidney Edwards

Mar. 9, 1928 – Oct. 29, 2022

Donald Sidney Edwards, passed away in Cameron Park on Oct. 29, at 94, from complications of Parkinson’s disease. The family is grateful for the loving care he received at the end of his illness from King of Hearts Eldercare and Suncrest Hospice.

Born on March 9, 1928, in Milbank, South Dakota, Mr. Edwards was the second youngest of five children born to Theodore and Nola (Smith) Edwards. After his father’s death, his mother married Sidney Rynerson.

He served as a PO1 in the USN during WWII and was honorably discharged in 1946.

In 1949, Mr. Edwards married the love of his life, Mary Ann Astroth, in Iowa as the couple drove across the U.S. to their new home in Calif. Her grandfather, Justice of the Peace A.H. Astroth, performed the ceremony.

Mr. Edwards was a mechanic and supervisor in manufacturing for 47 years.

He and his wife were avid antique and coin collectors; and enjoyed playing cards and bingo. He also loved working on old cars.

Mr. Edwards was a member of the American Legion Post #119, and a lifetime member of Schiller Lodge No. 335, Illinois. He lived in Castroville, Calif. for 43 years before moving to El Dorado County in 2018, to be closer to family.

Mr. Edwards will be remembered as a loving and beloved husband, brother, uncle and friend to many. He is survived by his sister-in-law Sara Edwards, nephews Donald Edwards (Darla), Brett Edwards (Kim) and Michael Morrison (Brenda) nieces Laurie Edwards, Barbara Newsom (Jerry), Cheryl Welty (Curt), Nea Nelson, and numerous great and great-great nephews and nieces. Mr. Edwards was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Mary Ann, parents, stepfather, brother Robert Edwards, sisters Virginia Morrison, Eve van Etten, Joy Batchelor, half-sister Rhonda Rynerson, nephews Patrick Morrisson and Butch Batchelor, and niece Ann Banduhn.

At his request, no services will be held.

Supes to consider Central EDH contract

Board may also sign off on $5 million for Mosquito Fire debris removal

Noel Stack Managing editor

A small piece of the Central El Dorado Hills Specific Plan comes to the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors’ meeting Tuesday, Nov. 15.

The supervisors are asked to retroactively approve a contract amendment with ICF Jones and Stokes Inc., an environmental consultant working on the development project. If approved, the contract amount would increase from more than $152,600 to nearly $262,000.

Funding comes from the project applicant, Parker Development Company.

“The county’s existing contract with ICF is largely focused on preparation of an environmental impact report,” states a memo sent to the board by Planning and Building Director Karen Garner.

“Over the life to the contract, unanticipated tasks, including new requirements

associated with vehicle miles traveled and air quality/greenhouse gas have been funded via a contingency task budget,” Garner’s letter continues. “In addition, the existing contract did not anticipate the need to prepare a revised final environmental impact report for the project. The cost of this task exceeds the scope of the contract and necessitates a revised contract.”

Work performed but not formally in the contract was agreed upon by county staff, the consultant and Parker Development, Garner maintains, adding the requested increase should “cover the services provided by IFC to date and will be sufficient for IFC to complete their work.”

But not all county staff is in agreement.

In a letter to the board, Auditor-Controller Joe Harn worries retroactively approving a contract amendment could be seen as “giving this applicant preferential treatment” and alleges “land use planners have violated the intent of the California Constitution” and “exceeded their authority.”

“The California Constitution states, ‘A

local government body may not grant extra compensation … to a contractor after service has been rendered or a contract has been entered into and performed in whole or in part, or pay a claim under an agreement made without authority of law,’” Harn’s letter states.

“Entering into this contract amendment retroactive to Feb. 7, 2022, appears to run afoul of the California Constitution.”

County Counsel’s Office disagrees with Harn’s interpretation and has signed off on the retroactive amendment.

The item is the first department matter listed on Tuesday’s agenda. Open session begins at 9 a.m. in the board’s meeting chambers at 330 Fair Lane, Building A, Placerville. The meeting is also livestreamed via Zoom and YouTube.

Also on the agenda

Department of Transportation staff will give a presentation analyzing the cost index currently utilized to make annual updates to the El

Dorado County Traffic Impact Fee Program.

A personnel change comes to the board with the Chief Administrative Office recommending the board appoint LeeAnne Mila as interim agricultural commissioner/sealer of weights & measures. At 10 a.m. the supervisors have the opportunity

to recognize retiring Agricultural Commissioner Charlene Carveth, who has served El Dorado County for the past 26 years.

After open forum at 1 p.m. the Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services, Chief Administrative Office and the Environmental Management

Department are slated to ask the board to sign an urgency ordinance to establish requirements for the Mosquito Fire Consolidated Debris Removal Program and approve a $5 million budget transfer from the general fund contingency fund to cover the costs for debris removal.

Fund on one structure.

CPCSD o cials had hoped a majority of the funding for the project — about $1.2 million — would come from grant money, but the grant application was recently denied.

Trouble blooming

Many residents attending last month’s meeting voiced concern about the unhealthy state of Cameron Park Lake.

Residents Joe and Pat Ryan, whose home backs to the lake, asked directors to use the funds to improve the lake’s condition rather than direct money to the splash pad project. Pat shared with the Mountain Democrat how much she appreciates everything the board has done and feels bad that residents, herself included, didn’t realize a splash pad was going to be built at the lake until recently. The Ryans, as well as others attending the meeting, said they never received a survey.

James Joyce, a biologist with Solitude Lake Management, confirmed an algae bloom brought on by drought conditions is in part to blame for the lake’s disheveled condition. Joyce and CPCSD Parks & Facilities Superintendent Mike Grassle have developed a treatment plan that will be implemented starting this winter.

The plan adds up to 16 aerators, two of those expected to be installed in December, to the bottom of the lake that will run 24 hours a day in order to percolate the stagnant water while bringing in oxygen. Larger fountains will also be placed throughout the lake. A phosphorous treatment and a systemic herbicide called SONAR was recommended by Joyce to help control weeds. This treatment would be applied every two years during the spring and summer months of April, May and June.

Director Eric Aiston agreed that while a majority of the funds are

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slated to be used for the splash pad, there are still funds available and he would like to see Cameron Park Lake care and costs associated be placed on a future agenda.

Place to play

Suggestions on what to do with the lagoon area ran the gamut, from using the site as a launch pad for kayaks and paddle boats (using funds to get the paddle boats back into the lake) to creating an educational area.

Angela Honoro was one of several Cameron Park residents who spoke in favor of the splash pad. Honoro , a mother of four daughters (the youngest being 7) said she thinks having something for the younger generation would be ideal for the lake area. She encouraged directors to move forward with their original decision.

Resident Colette Thiel joined the meeting via Zoom and also spoke in favor, saying the additional feature to the lake would be a wonderful place to take her grandchildren.

Also supporting the splash pad were Sharon Keoppel and her 16-yearold son Jonathan Smith, calling it a fun amenity. Keoppel’s company is responsible for the disc golf course at the lake and, she said, many community members she has spoken to are behind the new project.

Jonathan acknowledged that while the splash pad would appear to be geared for use by younger kids, he said even at his age he and his friends would still enjoy the project.

At this time the district continues to move forward with the splash pad.

CPCSD General Manager André Pichly said plans have been submitted to the county for approval and he hopes that will be done before the December board of directors meeting. At that time, or at a subsequent meeting should approval be delayed, the directors will decide if they want to send the project out to bid.

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Michael Martinelli, with 6,392 votes, is maintaining a small lead over newcomer Lewis Hampton, who trails with 6,311 votes.

Securing the other two seats are CSD appointee Heidi Hannaman on top with 8,984 votes, more than 27% of the total as of Nov. 10. Cityhood advocate Steve Ferry follows with 7,687 votes.

The latest ballot totals show Brooke Laine holding her lead in the race for El Dorado County District 5

supervisor.

Laine brought in an additional 889 votes for a total of 5,771, or 57.62% of the district’s votes, while opponent Kenny Curtzwiler garnered 751 more votes for a total of 4,194, 41.88%, as of Nov. 10.

Curtzwiler, who ran in the 2018 District 5 election, is a 20-year veteran and tree service business owner. Laine is a former South Lake Tahoe mayor with banking and business management experience.

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Foundation of good health

We all want good health, for ourselves and for our families.

That’s why many of life’s most important choices are centered around how we achieve health or improve our wellness.

Part of this process is ensuring a foundation, which be achieved by choosing the right health plan that’s both a ordable and helps you achieve your goals.

Now is the time to make sure your foundation is solid, giving you and your family peace of mind heading into the new year.

The A ordable Care Act’s open enrollment for health insurance runs through Dec. 15, for coverage that starts in the new year. To ensure you have coverage in 2023, it’s important to start looking now for a plan that meets your needs and your budget.

A couple of things to remember when shopping for a benefits plan. First, there are many options available at various price points, so make sure you take time to find a plan that is right for you.

Second, you don’t have to go it alone. There is plenty of assistance available from navigators to brokers to your current or prospective insurance carrier.

Taking the time to understand your health insurance options can help create a path to better health and wellness and potentially save you thousands of dollars. These plans cover essential benefits, including emergency services, prescription drugs and pediatric services.

Also, it’s important to remember health plans o er zero-dollar preventive health. This means consumers pay nothing for important services such as mammograms, colonoscopies and regular checkups. This is critical because many potentially lifethreatening, not to mention expensive health issues can often be prevented or managed through these early detection screenings.

Before you start to shop and compare, there are a few things you should pay close attention to. It could be that your current plan will not be o ered next year. Even if your current insurance carrier continues to o er ACA plans, o erings can change from year to year, which is another reason to really take time to understand all of your options.

Further, the federal public health emergency, which extended eligibility for Medi-Cal health plans (California’s Medicaid plans), is expected to end sometime in 2023. Those who lose eligibility for

Letters to the Editor

Election fairness

EDITOR:

Folks, our election will always be in question if we continue to allow “the money” to control who wins and who loses. We need to limit the dollars spent by campaigns. Those dollars would be better spent in our communities to improve homelessness, feed our lower-income families and make improvements in our local schools. This issue goes right along with “term limits.”

CLAIRE COSTA Pollock Pines

voters, dead or alive, there was also massive ballot harvesting and ballot box stu ng, far greater than the norm.

This has been documented by True the Vote, using the same technology Homeland Security uses, and validated by security cameras (when they actually work) at drop boxes. If not true, it would be in the interest of the Democrat Party to investigate and debunk it. Instead they just proposed a law to ban the use of that technology by anyone other than law enforcement. What are they afraid of?

Democracy

EDITOR:

Iwas amazed when Joe Biden said something I totally agreed with. He must have been o script when he said that it is a threat to democracy when a political party only accepts the result of an election when they win.

I was surprised that, just before the midterm elections, he would remind voters that the Democrat Party still has not accepted that Donald Trump won the 2016 presidential election. It was shameful that they immediately announced that they would impeach him on any pretext. It was a true threat to democracy when they schemed with the FBI to try to overturn his election before his inauguration, just as they had with the fake Steele Dossier before the election.

Jumping forward to the 2020 election, I was disappointed that Biden won. I was prepared to accept that and move forward.

Election fraud is as American as apple pie, but I did not then think provable fraud was enough to change the outcome and we needed to just move on, unlike the Democrats in 2016. However, I have long believed that most election tampering and fraud takes place before ballots reach the election centers.

In 2020 we now know the FBI conspired with social media to suppress the Hunter Biden laptop story, supporting the false tale that it was a Russian plot after they had already authenticated it. A poll taken shortly after the election showed that a significant percentage of those who voted for Biden would not have, had they known the truth. We also know that, taking advantage of the pandemicbased massive mailing of ballots to all registered

So, was the election stolen? We will likely never know, but when the liberal mainstream media always prefaces “stolen election claims” with “false,” they are mixing opinion with news in order to influence public opinion.

COLTON MEYER Somerset

Inflation delusion

EDITOR:

Iloved Mr. Taylor’s response to our inflation problems. Have you ever noticed that if the GOP does something that doesn’t work out, it’s their fault. But when the left creates a major cluster that they can’t blame on the opposition, then it’s everybody’s fault?

Mr. Taylor carries the water for the left by blaming inflation on the world. Talk about denial.

In the last administration we had inflation under 2% and low fuel prices due to net energy independence. Then, in comes Biden with his war on fossil fuels, shutting down pipeline projects and diminishing oil production. This is where Mr. Taylor would say “but oil is a world commodity and market.” Yes it is, but when a major producer (that’s us, folks) restricts production it lowers world supply resulting in higher prices.

This is one of the big factors in inflation since Captain Kirk does not beam products to store shelves. They get there by diesel truck and train. Increased fuel costs translate into higher prices for what those trucks and trains carry.

And if that wasn’t enough, trillions of dollars in printed money from things like the inflation “promotion” act (which is calling it what it is rather than what they say it is) is basically pouring

The Balancing Act

The Democrat debacle is eroding our freedoms

The first act of Joe Biden as president was to stop the Keystone pipeline, a conveyance designed to carry almost a million barrels of Canadian crude oil a day to U.S. refineries, which would process that energy into about half a million barrels of gasoline, a quarter million barrels of diesel and about 50 million barrels of jet fuel (Jet A or JP-7). A barrel of oil is 42 gallons.

Biden’s administration has done everything possible to restrict our production of oil — stopping the leasing of potentially productive federal lands, including ANWR, which is said to contain tens of billions of barrels of oil; stopping federal o shore leasing; and essentially stopping issuing permits on already leased lands. It should be understood that nearly 30% of all land in the United States is owned by the federal government, including nearly two thirds of oil-rich Alaska. Another 3% is held in trust for Native Americans and tribes.

Since Biden took o ce, oil production has fallen nearly 13%

from its high during the Trump administration of 13.2 million barrels a day. In the meantime, our population has increased by about 10 million, including more than 5.2 million illegals crossing our southern border. In the last two years six oil refineries have closed mostly due to regulation, taking with them 750,000 barrels per day of production. A Houston refinery is set to close at the end of 2023, reducing refinery capacity another quarter million barrels per day. Energy is the life blood of our country. Cars, factories, trains, planes and many other products are a result of oil. No, electrical energy can’t supplant oil as more than 60% of our electricity comes from fossil fuels.

As a result of Biden’s and the green Democrats’ war on fossil fuel in the name (and lie) of saving our planet, our reserves of petroleum have dropped precipitously. First, Biden drained our strategic petroleum reserves by 50% to a level that is dangerously low (about a 20-day supply). And now it has been reported that our diesel reserve stocks are at

their lowest point in decades, down to a 25-day supply. This country runs on diesel. Our farms run on diesel, our trains run on diesel, our trucks run on diesel, our ships run on diesel (oil tanker) and generators run on diesel. Making matters worse ... jet fuel is at a relatively low level with about a 30-day supply, also the lowest in decades.

Normally we keep diesel stock reserves at 35- to 40-day supply and jet fuel runs at about a 40-day supply. Biden has put the United States in a precarious position.

Inflation is caused by too few goods chased by too many dollars. Biden slowed down oil production by raising the cost of energy with the government using regulation and taxes. That slows and/or curtails the production of goods. Then he flooded the country with government spending more money than it takes in as revenue; trillions of dollars were printed for all the so called “COVID relief” bills — trillions in extra unemployment benefits (essentially

paying people not to work), rent subsidies, business subsidies, union subsidies, state subsidies and wherever Biden can give away money to buy votes.

Now you have trillions of extra dollars chasing substantially less goods and prices go up — 15-18% since Biden took o ce. If continued, this will destroy America. This is their real goal, to remake our country into a socialist dictatorship with a much lower standard of living, a (now lower) middle-class dependent on the government, much less freedom, no suburbs, high-rise small apartments in miserable urban environments (it makes it easy to lock people up), everyone with equal outcomes no matter how hard you work and, of course, much lower productivity and much less to go around. You think toilet paper is expensive now?

And you think it’s about saving the environment? And everyone driving electric cars? Yeah, sure. The green

LARRY WEITZMAN

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Even if your current insurance carrier continues to offer ACA plans, offerings can change from year to year, which is another reason to really take time to understand all of your options.

… batteries are simply limited in range and refueling and will never improve significantly. It’s physics and chemistry and it isn’t going to change without the discovery of “Unobtainium.”

levels (Gold, Silver and Bronze) to categorize plans based on pricing levels, with Gold being the richest and Bronze the more affordable plans. Here in the Golden State, Covered California is the state’s marketplace for comparing and selecting an individual health plan when enrollment begins. This is the place to compare all plan options in the county where you live. And you can always reach out to your current insurer, or prospective insurer for guidance before deciding.

With the cost of food, gas and utilities rising, many Americans are feeling financial pressure, forcing them to make tough decisions. Choosing to forgo health coverage should not be one of them. Don’t assume health insurance will add financial pressure because costs for a health plan may be more affordable than you think — and it will likely save you more money in the long run.

The recent Inflation Reduction Act enhanced federal subsidies through 2025 to help keep costs down for those buying plans on the health exchange, making high quality plans very affordable. And if you haven’t qualified previously for a subsidy, check again as parameters and circumstances have changed.

You can’t build your healthcare future without a strong foundation; act now and take control of your health.

Beth Andersen is president of Anthem Blue Cross of California’s commercial business. She leads California’s second-largest health plan and, in her role, she works collaboratively with communities, providers, consumers, purchasers and local and state officials to provide an array of products while helping to constructively transform health care for all Californians.

Weitzman

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(socialist) Democrats don’t give a hoot about either and they know the middle class won’t be able to afford an EV anyway. It’s all about their power and continued control of the masses. Welcome to their brave new world.

Larry Weitzman is a resident of Placerville.

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gasoline on the inflation fire to the point where the Federal Reserve is going to have to cause a recession to put the inflation fire out.

The last administration had inflation under 2%, wages rising faster than inflation and low energy prices. Biden and the Democrats publicly and proudly announced that they were going to erase every policy of the last administration. Well, Mr. Biden, with sky high fuel prices, inflation over 8% and a recession on the horizon, you certainly achieved your goal much to the detriment of the country and its citizens.

GEORGE ALGER Placerville

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and struggles. Join us Thursday nights at 6:30pm at Green Valley Church, 3500 Green Valley Rd, Placerville. Doors open at 6:15pm. Children’s programs are available for ages 3 months to 18 years old. Email: celebrate@ greenvalley.church. Find us on Facebook: https://m.facebook. com/crgvcc/

DemOcrAts – Come meet with the United Democrats of El Dorado County at Round Table Pizza–Missouri Flat Rd. in Placerville at noon on the 3rd Thursday of the month. Call (530)391-6414 or see edcdems. org for more information.

GOLD rUsH cHOrUs now welcomes both men and women to share the joy of singing fourpart harmony in the barbershop style. To learn more or to book a performance, call Howard at (530) 647-6513 or Kent (530) 651-3575

Hangtown Women’s teNNis club. Join fun-loving women Wednesdays 9am-11am at El Dorado High School. Lessons, social events, only $35/year. Call Cindy 805-540-8654.

seNiOr Peer cOUNseLiNG of El Dorado County is seeking volunteer counselors. Do you possess such qualities as warmth, empathy and nonjudgement, as well as having varied life experiences, and being over the age of 55? If you do and would like to help and listen to fellow seniors who are dealing with age related issues such as loneliness, isolation, health and grief, we would love to talk to you. Counselors receive training and are supervised by a professional in the field. SPC Clinical Supervisor Jayann Askin, MFT, shares “We are looking for volunteers who are interested in psychology, counseling, and mental health and would like to be a part of a supportive group of ongoing learners in this field.” For more information on this greatly rewarding volunteer opportunity, please call 530-621-6304

Police, DA get grants to target unsafe driving

News Release

The California Office of Traffic Safety has awarded approximately $108.5 million in federal funds for 373 grants to expand safe walking and biking options and provide education and enforcement programs that make roads safer.

OTS’ list of grants shows the El Dorado County District Attorney’s Office will receive $356,112 and the Placerville Police Department $100,000.

Programs funded by OTS include:

• $49.8 million for police traffic services to deter, prevent and stop dangerous and illegal driving behaviors such as alcohol and drug-impaired driving, speeding and distracted driving.

• $36.77 million for statewide prosecutor training network and dedicated prosecutors managing DUI cases, treatment programs for people convicted of DUI and education programs for teens and the public on the dangers of impaired driving.

• $8.68 million dedicated to improving the safety of bicyclists and pedestrians. Funding supports programs such as local walking tours, bicycle/pedestrian safety training, community bike rides and bicycle

Business

training courses that encourage safe routes to ride.

• $4.4 million for child passenger safety seat programs that provide classes, training, educational resources and car seats for parents and caregivers in need.

“This grant funding allows us to support our ongoing traffic safety efforts in the community,” states Placerville Police Chief Joseph Wren in a news release. “Our intent is to stop the most unlawful and dangerous behaviors that put people at risk and create an environment where everyone feels safe traveling.”

The federal funds come from the multiyear Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and are made available to states and U.S. territories by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to identify current and future traffic safety needs.

The OTS funding marks a nearly 15% increase in awards from the previous federal fiscal year and is on top of the state’s $47 billion multiyear infrastructure package, which provides an additional $1.05 billion for active transportation projects to expand safe walking and biking options.

The grant programs run through September 2023.

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entrepreneurial startup businesses and have many success stories to date,” Zimbelman said. “To properly scale up these startup companies, assistance, whether through incubators or accelerators, is an essential component for them to succeed.”

He noted that such programs, such as the Greater Sacramento Economic Council’s Growth Factory, provide:

• Mentorship

• Training on how to properly scale up

• Collaboration across industries

• Investment (financial backing) “Without these key components it’s less likely businesses (will) survive,” Zimbelman told supervisors, explaining that the modification to the county’s economic development incentives “would actually allow us to support incubator and accelerator-type companies and support a business that gets accepted into one of those.”

Growth Factory cohorts and leaders spoke Tuesday about the benefits of incubator and accelerator initiatives, encouraging supervisors to embrace the possibilities.

“The amount of human capital that comes out of these programs benefits the entire community,” said Growth Factory Managing Partner Rick Spencer.

Supervisors enthusiastically supported the policy modification and allocation of scholarship funds.

“Think of this as the ‘Shark Tank’ in El Dorado County. It represents … really a change in our policy — that El Dorado County is serious about growing small business,” said District 3 Supervisor Wendy Thomas. “We’ve always thought that small business is the lifeblood of El Dorado County so I love that we’re getting active about promoting that and we do have a wealth of talent here.”

Speaking to El Dorado County youth commissioners shadowing supervisors at Tuesday’s meeting, Thomas added, “We want to give you more opportunities to come back to El Dorado County once you’re done with your education.”

That sentiment was echoed by El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce

President/CEO Debbie Manning, who said during public comment on the item, “It’s one thing to say we are business friendly; it’s quite a different thing to say when we have the actions that actually support being business friendly. This policy will give the county another tool in our toolbox to be competitive in our region and hopefully bring some of our graduates back to our county to live, work and play.”

El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce CEO Laurel Brent-Bumb applauded the decision as well. “We’re excited to have the additional arrows in the quiver for supporting our small businesses and attracting small business,” she shared. “I think it’s also going to be a great complement to our efforts with the 50 Economic Alliance that we are working with Rancho Cordova and Folsom on.”

Noting the less-than-full business parks in El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park/Shingle Springs and Diamond Springs, District 2 Supervisor George Turnboo stressed it’s important for the county to give businesses incentives to start and/or move to the county … and stay. “We need to fill that business park in El Dorado Hills,” he said. “There’s a lot of empty space there.”

This incentive will help promote “the kinds of businesses we want to attract to El Dorado County,” District 1 Supervisor John Hidahl said, adding that he would like staff to return to the board with updates on the participating businesses. That request was included in the motion approved 5-0.

“I think we all want to track this and learn the successes and learn from the things that aren’t as successful,” Hidahl said.

District 4 Supervisor Lori Parlin said she felt optimistic about this approach, noting that some of the county’s previous economic development policies/programs fell short of their goals. “This is really exciting and potentially what we need here to get some of those small businesses that are just having a tough time getting going but they have some great ideas for our county.”

Good Living IN EL DORADO COUNTY

Albert Fausel

Grand guy on Main Street, now parade grand marshal

Andrew Vonderschmitt Staff writer

Albert Fausel, third generation owner of Placerville Hardware, fourth generation Fausel in Placerville (and that’s if you don’t count the Geibenheims) is undeniably a local celebrity, although he would not use that sobriquet to describe himself. He insists he’s just a community-minded, small business owner and family man.

And now he can add Hangtown Christmas Parade grand marshal to that listing, a title he calls an honor.

Albert, wife Melissa and their 10 your old son Ajay will be joined by Pleasant Valley Grange members, who may have a surprise or two in store for the grand marshal as they lead the parade down the main corridors of Broadway and Main Street in Placerville Sunday, Dec. 4.

When asked what the holiday season meant to him, Fausel said simply, “Just help your neighbor this holiday.”

And Placerville Hardware put its money where its mouth is. On any given day there will be a succession of people coming by the store, asking Albert to help with one thing or another — from helping a neighbor install a small plumbing part to buying ads in charitable organizations’

A magical Main Street night kicks off the holiday season

Special to the Democrat

The city of Placerville announces its annual Festival of Lights –

Let the Magic Begin takes place on Main Street, 4-8 p.m Friday, Nov. 25. This will be the fourth year in a row that city leadership has partnered with civic leadership, local community members, the faith community and local merchants in facilitating this family friendly, holiday event.

The Festival of Lights – Let the Magic Begin creates an inspirational atmosphere for the whole community to celebrate the beginning of the Christmas holiday season. The festival also sets the tone for a magical season for Main Street merchants still recovering after the hard months of the pandemic.

The city of Placerville in partnership with the previous mentioned nonprofits is pulling out all stops to make this Festival of Lights memorable and special. The goal is to create a concert-like experience while families and friends shop, dine and visit on Main Street.

Show co-producer Mark Soto said, “We’re kicking it up a notch after the success of last year’s event.”

The organizers are building a custom stage in front of the Bell Tower be equipped with sky-lighting

strobe lights, large LED video walls, street-filling concert sound and the annual lighting of the Christmas tree will be one of the main attractions.

Local dance teams and musicians will perform throughout the area and vendors from educational and civic groups will be present with some providing activities for children.

The event will be hosted by Pat &

Tom, morning hosts from KNCI 105.1 country radio, and visitors will see stage performances from “The Voice” contestants Jaclyn Lovey and Shane Q. The Ranell Coleman Holiday Band and headline country music band Moonshine Crazy will perform until 7 p.m. The street will also be filled with local dance groups, celebrity local faith bands, school choirs and a local

Ukrainian Youth Orchestra.

“In years past there has been amazing attendance at this event even though last year’s COVID-19 limitations forced us to livestream the event which we plan to do again on our Facebook page,” said Albert Soto, co-producer and pastor of Bayside Placerville. “All are welcome to both participate and volunteer for this event because this is all about us being ‘one community’ that gets to make a special memory together celebrating this season which is marked by kindness, love and peace for all … and to all.”

Many community sponsors and leaders have jumped on board to make this year’s Festival of Lights as family friendly and memorable as possible. Red Hawk Casino has become the headline sponsor and other corporate sponsors like Thompson’s Auto and the Veerkamp family have jumped in with support.

To encourage families and friends to visit the various merchants on Main Street the organizers have created a Treasure Hunt. Visitors will be able to obtain a free brochure at any participating business or at any information center. Event attendees complete the treasure

Mountain Democrat photo by Andrew Vonderschmitt

2022 Hangtown Christmas Parade Grand Marshal Albert Fausel and wife Melissa hold up son Ajay. Father Christmas at Placerville Hardware joins in the fun ... but don’t expect them to carry Ajay during the parade.

File photo by Cecilia Clark

Placerville’s Festival of Lights kicks off the Christmas season the day after Thanksgiving.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). When you are doing it your way and completely unselfconsciously and unapolo getically yourself, you have no competition. Getting into this state of confidence is tricky, but when you arrive there, no one can be you better than you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You’ll absorb some enthu siasm as you find yourself with bright, curious and pas sionate people. What you may not realize is how much you are rubbing off on them, too, in a very positive way.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You have a serene air about you today. You’ve already done all the thinking and planning to make this go as well as it possibly can. It’s as though you’re well rehearsed and now all that’s left to do is let the thing happen naturally.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). The surprising and silly things that happen are what make a good story. You can’t force such things, but when you’re open to them, they tend to land in your life.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). To skip the research phase of a project is to waste time, as there is no use in repeat ing what didn’t work before. Study what worked in the past and note what didn’t work as well. You’ll soon recreate a victory.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). The guitarist can’t play with gloves on. In music and in life, friction vibrates the strings. Don’t be afraid to dig in with your nails. This day is waiting for you to give it a rhythm and sound.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’ll find yourself mentally

weaving an alternate version of things. Not all fantasy is escape; sometimes it’s a creative way of working through reality. Understanding comes because you are open to it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). One problem solved will make your life easier in a million ways, as long as it’s the right problem. Since solving irrelevant problems is a waste, it’s worthwhile to step back and get a proper high-level view of the situation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’re in the mood to reveal. You’ll share your feelings, say what’s on your mind, spill your inner secrets and tell everyone what you intend to add to your life, as well as note what you no longer want.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Human perception is based on the same survival mechanism as the other animals: We must filter out more than what we let into our awareness. Sometimes you notice more than you think is good for you, but you can handle it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Everything is going well. It does not mean that all the lights are green, or that the journey is pleasant, cool and free of frustration. It just means that you are actually making progress.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Don’t worry if you don’t know how to get where you want to go. You’ll figure it out in the end. If you don’t know where to go, wait until you come up with an idea. It is better to sit and conserve your energy rather than wander aimlessly.

Now: The Christmas elves at Indian Rock Tree Farm in Camino are once again

names and addresses for the Trees for Troops program. For more information or to give a name contact indianrock@directcon.net or call (530) 622-4087. Donations to help with the shipping are also appreciated. Checks should be made out to “Indian Rock Trees for Troops.”

Now: The 2022 Hangtown Christmas Parade — A Charles Dickens Christmas is accepting applications for the Sunday, Dec. 4, parade. The parade takes place on Broadway and Main Street in Placerville starting at 1 p.m. Check in for participants is 11 a.m. Entry fee is an unwrapped gift for Toys for Tots. For an application go to hangtownchristmasparade. com or for more information call (530) 6137228. Entry deadline is Nov. 18.

Now: It’s that time of year for togetherness, comfort, celebration and peace. Unfortunately, not every family will experience those feelings as some are faced with uncertainty loneliness, and broken hearts for their children. To help, The Center for Violence-free Relationships has the Adopt-A-Family program and the Holiday Shopping Boutique to help local families. To donate and for more information email info@ TheCenterNow.org or call (530) 626-1450.

Nov. 18 & 19: The Dogwood Garden Club & Pollock Pines-Camino Community Center hosts the 2022 Holiday Craft Faire in the Pines, 5-9 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Pollock Pines-Camino Community Center, 2675 Sanders Drive in Pollock Pines. For more information email Norma Ray at ray.norma@att. net or Jan Slominski at evdriver@comcast.net.

Nov. 19: The Cameron Park Community Services District hosts a Christmas Craft Fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Cameron Park Community Center, 2502 Country Club Drive in Cameron Park. Admission is free.

Dec. 1-15: The El Dorado Hills Community Services District will collect Letters to Santa. Santa would love to hear from all his friends in El Dorado Hills and promises to return letters. Letters can be mailed or deposited in the holiday mailbox at the El Dorado Hills CSD pavilion. Send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: SANTA, North Pole c/o El Dorado Hills CSD 1021 Harvard Way El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

Dec. 1-24: Get photos with Santa Claus at the California Welcome Center in El Dorado Hills in December. Charm Photography will capture a magical holiday moment. The welcome center is located at 2085 Vine St., Suite 105, in El Dorado Hills Town Center. For photo times and more information call (916) 358-3700.

Dec. 2: The El Dorado Hills Community Services District hosts Cookies with Santa, 4-6 p.m. in the EDHCSD gym, 1021 Harvard Way in El Dorado Hills. Registration required. Visit eldoradohillscsd.org.

Dec. 2: The Cameron Park Community Services District hosts its annual tree lighting, beginning at 4:30 p.m. at Christa McAuliffe Park, 2400

Merrychase Drive in Cameron Park.

Dec. 2-21: Imagination Theater presents “A Christmas Carol” directed by Andrew Vonderschmitt. For tickets and more information visit itplacerville.org.

Dec. 3: The El Dorado Hills Community Services District hosts Breakfast with Santa, 8-9:15 a.m. or 10-11:5 a.m. in the EDHCSD gym, 1021 Harvard Way in El Dorado Hills. Registration required. Visit eldoradohillscsd.org.

Dec. 3: The traditional Georgetown Divide Health Care Auxiliary Bazaar welcomes the holiday season., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the IOOF, Georgetown. Shop crafts, baked goods and more.

Dec. 3: The Celebration of Christmas Tea and Bazaar will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, 6417 Main St. in Georgetown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Find homemade crafts and items baked by the ladies of Trinity Lutheran and enter a drawing for Thomas Kinkade collectibles while enjoying complimentary tea and cookies.

Dec. 3: Check out the Holiday Bazaar at the Georgetown Library. Local authors and artisans selling their wares including Jacque Brown (jeweler extraordinaire), Taffy Curtaz (Haven Ridge Alpaca Gifts), Friends of the Library volunteers (crafts), Taylor Graham (poetry), Cynthia Miller Swan (wemoir), Johanna Friesen (author) and more. Enjoy free snacks and good cheer. Check the Georgetown Library Facebook page for hours.

Dec. 3: David Girard Vineyards hosts a Holiday Celebration with Sacramento Opera Chorus, noon to 3 p.m. featuring traditional holiday music and a visit from Santa Claus. For tickets and more information call (530) 293-2833.

Dec. 3: El Dorado Hills Town Center hosts the community Christmas tree lighting event, 4-8 p.m. Enjoy holiday festivities, including a visit from Santa Claus himself.

Dec. 3: The Georgetown Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade of Lights starts around 5:30 p.m. Light up the kids, animals, vehicles and enjoy the fun. Line up at 5 p.m. at the Rotary Stamp Mill Park, corner of Main and Harkness streets in Georgetown.

Dec. 3: The Pollock Pines community hosts the Christmas Holiday Spectacular, 5:30-6:30 in front of El Dorado Savings Bank at 6462 Pony Express Trail, Pollock Pines. This annual event includes Christmas carols, the On Stage Production dancing parade, performances on stage, hot chocolate and noshes, handmade crafts plus the presentation of 25 to 30 lit Trees for Teens donated by community businesses, organizations and individuals as wells the lighting of the grand Pollock Pines Christmas tree.

Dec. 3: Cantare Chorale of the Sierra Foothills performs holiday music at 6 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church, 1001 Olsen Drive, El Dorado Hills. Tickets are available from Cantare members, online at cantarechorale.com, by phone at (530) 957-4600 or in cash at the door

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Public Notices

E. “Cultivation” has the same meaning as defined in 3 CCR 4890(a)(6), as that section now reads or may thereafter be amended.

F. “Cultivation site” has the same meaning as defined in 3 CCR 4890(a)(6), as that section now reads or may thereafter be amended

G. “Disqualifying conviction” has the same meaning as defined in 3 CCR 4890(a)(10), as that section now reads or may thereafter be amended.

H. “Established Agricultural Research Institution” has the same meaning as defined in Food and Agricultural Code Section 81000 as it now reads or may thereafter be amended.

I. “Female industrial hemp plant” means an industrial hemp plant that possesses only female pistillate flowers and is capable of bearing seed and is not a male industrial hemp plant.

J. “Female propagative plant material” means propagative plant material that is bred, grown, or otherwise developed to become a female industrial hemp plant.

K. “Hemp breeder’’ has the same meaning as defined in Food and Agricultural Code Section 81000 as it now reads or may thereafter be amended.

L. “Industrial Hemp” has the same meaning as defined in Food and Agricultural Code Section 81000 and Health and Safety Code Section 11018.5, and the same meaning as “hemp” as defined in 7 Code of Federal Regulations Section 990.1, as those sections now reads or may thereafter be amended.

M. “Key participant” has the same meaning as defined in 3 CCR 4890(a)(l7), as it now reads or may thereafter be amended.

N. “Licensee” means a person who has been issued an industrial hemp license and registration pursuant to this Chapter.O.

O. “Male industrial hemp plant” means an industrial hemp plant that has male staminate flowers or is otherwise capable of producing pollen.

P. “Pollen” means the fine powdery substance discharged from a male plant containing male gametes that is capable of causing a female plant, or female part of a plant, to produce seeds.

Q. “Premises” has the same meaning as defined in Business and Professions Code section 26001(ap).

R. “Processing” means all activities associated with drying, curing, grading, trimming, storing, packaging, and labeling of raw industrial hemp, or any part thereof, for transport.

S. “Propagative plant material” includes live plants, seeds, seedlings, clones, cuttings, transplants, or other propagules used to establish plants for planting.

T. “Sensitive use” means the following:

1. A child day care facility licensed under the California Child Day Care Facilities Act (Health and Safety Code section 1569.70 et seq.).

2. A licensed child care home.

3. An employer-sponsored child care center, as defined in Health and Safety Code section 1596.771.

4. A school, as defined in Section 130.41.100.

5. A youth center, defined to mean any public or private facility that is used to host recreational or social activities for minors while minors are present.

6. A youth-oriented facility, as defined in Section 130.41.100.

7. Public Parks, defined to mean areas dedicated and used for active recreation operated by a public agency and open to the public.

U. “THC” means delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol.

Section 130.43.101 License requirements

A. License Required. A person shall not cultivate industrial hemp for any purpose in the unincorporated area of the County unless that person first obtains a license issued by the Agricultural Commissioner and satisfies all requirements ofthis Chapter.

1. A license issued under this Chapter does not grant any entitlement or interest in real property, does not create any interest of value, and it does not run with the land.

2. A licensee shall not transfer ownership or control of the license to another Person as the license is non-transferable and automatically terminates upon transfer of ownership. Any attempt to transfer ownership shall cause the license to be automatically revoked.

3. No license will be issued to carry out the activities of a hemp breeder or an established agricultural research institution.

B. Application Requirements. In order to obtain a license to cultivate industrial hemp for commercial purpose, the applicant shall meet all of the following requirements:

1. The person submits an application for a license to cultivate industrial hemp to the Agricultural Commissioner on a form provided by the Agricultural Commissioner. An applicant may submit a single application for multiple parcels if the parcels are contiguous and either owned by the applicant or the applicant provides proof of consent from the record title holder of the land consistent with Subsection B.3, below. The application form shall include a statement that the applicant consents to inspections consistent with Section 130.43.106 (Inspections) and to abatement consistent with abatement and destruction consistent with

Section 130.43.107 (Enforcement) and Section 130.43.108 (Destruction).

2. The applicant submits, along with the application, a completed Industrial Hemp Registration Application for Growers on the form developed by the California Department of Food and Agriculture to the Agricultural Commissioner and satisfies all relevant state and federal requirements to obtain a registration to cultivate industrial hemp, including completion of a criminal history report.

3. The applicant is the record title holder of the land upon which hemp is to be cultivated. Ifthe applicant is notthe record title ownerofthe parcel, the applicant must provide proof of written consent of the owner of the parcel with original signature and notary acknowledgement. The written consent must be notarized within thirty (30) calendar days of the date that the application is submitted to the Agricultural Commissioner. The written consent shall also include consent to inspections consistent with Section 130.43.106 (Inspections) and to abatement consistent with abatement and destruction consistent with Section 130.43.107 (Enforcement) and Section 130.43.107 (Destruction).

4. Each parcel for which a license application is submitted must be located in one of the following: Planned Agricultural (PA}, Limited Agricultural (LA), Agricultural Grazing (AG), Residential Estate (RE), and Rural Lands (RL). If the parcel is located on Residential Estate (RE) or Rural Lands (RL), then the parcel must a minimum of 20 acres in size.

5. The applicant shall provide proof adequate to the Agricultural Commissioner that the cultivation ofthe industrial hemp will comply with the setback requirements in Subsection 130.43.107. I (Setbacks}.

6. The applicant shall confirm that the proposed cultivation of industrial hemp will not occur on a premise that is being used for the commercial cultivation or processing of cannabis, consistent with Food and Agricultural Code section 81006(c), as that section now reads or may thereafter be amended, and that the proposed cultivation of industrial hemp will not occur on a parcel or parcels that are being used for commercial cannabis activity pursuant to Chapter 130.41 (Commercial Cannabis).

7. The applicant shall include a site plan that shows the entire parcel or parcels used for cultivation and the location and area for cultivation and set backs, as applicable. The site plan shall include the following:

a. A legal description, Global Positioning System coordinates, size, and map of the cultivation site, consistent with 3 CCR 4901(a)(2)(D), as that now reads or may thereafter be amended.

b. Any easements on the property, streams, ponds, or other surface water features.

c. All areas of ground disturbances or surface water disturbance associated with cultivation activities, if any.

d. Identify any areas where hemp will be stored, handled, or displayed.

e. A detailed diagram of the parcel or parcels used for cultivation, including any buildings, structures, fences, gates, parking, lighting, and signage.

8. lf pesticides are to be used, the applicant must obtain an Operator Identification Number or Restricted Materials permit from the Agricultural Commissioner.

9. The applicant shall identify all legal water sources used for cultivation activities.

10. Each license shall expire one year from the date of its issuance.

C. Review of Application. The Agricultural Commissioner shall review any application submitted and shall approve the license if the applicant meets all of the requirements of this chapter. The Agricultural Commissioner shall deny a license if the Agricultural Commissioner concludes that:

1. The application is based on inaccurate or incomplete information.

2. The application has failed to pay any required application fees in full, including any past due fees or penalties imposed on the applicant that are related to the cultivation of hemp or the cultivation of commercial cannabis.

3. The Agricultural Commissioner denied the applicant a registration to cultivate industrial hemp because that applicant does not meet applicable state requirements. This includes if the applicant, registrant, or key participant is found to have a disqualifying conviction.

4. The applicant, or a key participant of the application, is ineligible under Subsection 130.43.107.E {Suspension for Repeat Violations).

5. There are currently five active licenses issued to cultivate industrial hemp and the application is not for a renewal of an existing license.

D. Denial of Application. If the Agricultural Commissioner denies the application, the Agricultural Commissioner shall provide the applicant a written statement indicating the reason for the denial. The Agricultural Commissioner’s decision on denial is final and unappealable administratively. The applicant may submit a revised application that addresses the deficiencies identified by the Agricultural Commissioner.

E. Issuance of License. The Agricultural Commissioner shall issue a license concurrent with issuance of a registration whenever possible so that the terms may run concurrent with each. The Agricultural Commissioner shall have the review authority of original jurisdiction for licenses issued under this Chapter, and the procedure shall be staff- level without public notice.

F. Renewal of License. A licensee shall submit an application for renewal oftheir license no later than sixty (60) days before the license expires and shall include in that application all information required by Subsection B {Application Requirements) above. The Agricultural Commissioner shall review that application consistent with Subsection C (Review of Application) above. If the licensee fails to request a renewal within the sixty {60) day period described by this Subsection, then the Agricultural Commissioner shall treat that application as a new license that is subject to the cap and waiting lists imposed by Section 130.43.102 {Cap on Licenses Issued).

G. Application Fees. Each applicant for an initial application, or for the renewal of an application, shall pay an initial deposit in the amount of onethousand and five hundred ($1,500) for the actual cost of the Agricultural Commissioner for processing of the application, inspections, abatement, and related costs to administer this Chapter. That deposit will be kept in a County account and is available to the Agricultural Commissioner to recover the actual costs to administer this Chapter, as described in the previous sentence. The Agricultural Commissioner shall provide the applicant or licensee, as applicable, with a billing statement identifying the remaining deposit account or the amount due if deposited funds are exhausted. If deposited funds are exhausted, the billing statement shall require the applicant or licensee the amount owed and that amount shall be paid within thirty (30) days as specified in Board of Supervisors Policy B-4. If, at the end of the licensure period, there are amounts remaining in the account, the remaining balance shall be returned to the applicant or licensee.

Section 130.43.102 cap on Licenses issued

A. Cap. The Agricultural Commissioner shall not issue more than 5 licenses to cultivate industrial hemp at any given time. The Agricultural Commissioner shall review applications on a first-come, first-serve basis, except that the Agricultural Commissioner shall review an application for a renewal that was submitted within the time period required by Subsection 130.43.101.E (Renewal of License) as it is submitted.

B. Waiting List. The Agricultural Commissioner shall maintain a waiting list if the Commissioner receives an application after the cap in Subsection B above is met. The Agricultural Commissioner shall notify a prospective applicant on the waiting list if the number of active licenses have declined below. The prospective applicant shall have no more than forty-five (45) days to complete an application, after which the position on the waiting list shall no longer be held and the Agricultural Commissioner will notify the next prospective applicant on the waiting list. A person shall not appear on the waiting list if they are ineligible under Subsection 130.43.107.E (Suspension for Repeat Violations).

Section 130.43.103 right to Farm

The cultivation ofindustrial hemp consistent with this Chaptercultivated on Agricultural Land is an agricultural operation within the meaning of Section 130.40.290 (Right to Farm), and as such any nuisance claim based on the cultivation of industrial hemp consistent with this Chapter on Agricultural Land will be subject to the protections and procedures set out in Section 130.40.290 (Right to Farm), including a claim related to alleged odors.

Section 130.43.104 Best Management Practices

The Agricultural Commissioner shall, no later than 30 days of the effective date of this ordinance and at any other time the Agricultural Commissioner determines, develop best management practices regarding the cultivation of industrial hemp consistent to implement or make specific the standards in this Chapter, including practices to reduce odor and pollen spread. The Agricultural Commissioner shall propose these best management practices to the Board of Supervisors by resolution. The Board of Supervisors may adopt the resolution.

Section 130.43.105 cultivation requirements

A licensee shall, at all times, comply with all of the following requirements relating to the cultivation of industrial hemp:

A. The licensee shall ensure that they are, at all times, operating in a manner compliant with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This includes the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (132 Stat. 4490; PL 115-334), including its implementing regulations, and Division 24 (commencing with Section 81000) of the Food and Agricultural Code, including its implementing regulations.

B. Odors. The licensee shall locate the cultivation area on their parcel or parcels used for cultivation in a manner that minimizes odors to surrounding areas. The Agricultural Commissioner shall include in the best management practices adopted under Section 130.43.104 (Best Management Practices) recommendations to reduce odor spread to surrounding parcels. Any odor associated with cultivation or processing activities shall not be equal to or greater than a seven-dilution threshold (“OT”) when measured by the County with a field olfactometer at the property line on which the hemp is cultivated or processed for a minimum of two olfactometer observations not less than 15 minutes apart within a one-hour period (“seven DT one hour”}. lf the Agricultural Commissioner receives a complaint related to odor, and that complaint is verified based on the seven DT one hour threshold described in the previous sentence, the Agricultural Commissioner shall provide the Licensee with a written warning and suggestions to reduce odor. If, upon retesting, the odor has not been reduced to below the seven DT one hour threshold, then the Agricultural Commissioner shall refer the licensee to Code Enforcement. Any violation of this Subsection is subject to enforcement, abatement, and revocation of a license under Section 103.43.109 (Enforcement}. Abatement may include, but is not limited to, increasing the required setback, growing fewer plants, or growing only low odor industrial hemp strains. Installation of certain odor control options may require a permit. Any such notice requiring the use of one or more odor control options will provide a deadline for completion and the dilution threshold will be retested upon expiration of that deadline.

C. The licensee engaging in the outdoor cultivation of industrial hemp may only plant female propagative plant material. A licensee shall promptly destroy any male propagative plant material that the licensee discovers.

D. Structures. Any structure(s) containing facilities used for the processing of industrial hemp must have all permits required under state law, Building Codes, and the El Dorado County Code.

E. BMP Resolution. A licensee shall comply with the most recently adopted resolution governing best management practices adopted by the Board of Supervisors consistent with Section 130.43.106 (Best Management Practices).

F. Permitted Uses. Cultivation of industrial hemp is permitted only in Planned Agricultural (PA), Limited Agricultural (LA), Agricultural Grazing (AG), Residential Estate (RE), and Rural Lands (RL).

G. Signage. All parcels used for the cultivation of industrial hemp shall display County approved signage indicating that hemp is being cultivated on site. It is the responsibility of the Licensee to pay for the costs of printing and posting all signage. All signage shall utilize a County approved template. The signs shall comply with all the following:

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programs, delivering firewood and fixing roofs.

“Everybody’s neighbor needs help,” he said.

Albert’s wife of 11 years and high school sweetheart, Melissa, supports the appointment and even helped him decide to accept.

“The day Tim (Taylor) asked him he was like, ‘Should I do it? Should I not?’” she said. “Then one of the ladies at the hair salon next door came in and said, ‘You fixed my plumbing for me the other day; thank you so much,’” she recalled.

“And that’s why you should do it,” she said to Albert at the time. “Because that’s what you do for the community, all the time, every day.”

There is no disputing Albert goes above and beyond for the community. According to Deanna Fausel, Albert’s mother, this sort of thing runs in the family.

“That’s what his grandfather, Frank, did,” she said. “The Combellacks needed a new light or something, he’d be there. He was up and down the street helping people. Albert does have that same gift of helping his neighbors.

“We’ve been doing it for three generations and Albert continues that,” she added.

Deanna said that Albert helps because he wants to be a good neighbor, it’s part of the family dynamic.

Customers come into Placerville Hardware and ask for a specific part, a weird fitting or a tool seen once, years ago, in a friend’s garage and the friendly staff will go out of their way to help. More often than not, Albert will lead the search, figuring out the requested piece and finding where it comes from, what it does, and how to get it. If it is not already in stock, he can order it.

“One little part that may not mean much to somebody, but they can’t find it elsewhere, I’ll fix it,” Albert said.

However, if it can’t be found in Placerville Hardware ... it may not exist. The store is packed with a wide variety of merchandise, from its historical hardwood floors to high ceilings.

Placerville Hardware is the longest-running hardware store west of the Mississippi. Albert’s

great-grandfather Amyl Fausel came from New York and met Maria Geibenheim, the brewmaster’s daughter, and they soon married.

Maria and Amyl had four sons — George, Henry, Frank and Elmer. Henry passed at a young age and the three remaining brothers were involved in many enterprises throughout the years.

George bought a grocery store located in the Herrick Building for a time. Frank and Elmer had other interests.

When Pearl Harbor was bombed the three brothers packed up and joined the fight. George took canned goods from his grocery and left them for their grandmother, Marie.

The brothers were stationed in different areas of the war and all came home when the war was over. Upon returning they went back to being integral parts of the community.

George bought the hardware store from a good friend, Al Kyburz, in 1952. Frank and Elmer helped with the business throughout the years. George eventually handed over the reins to Dave Fausel, Albert’s father, who employed the help of his wife Deanna.

“When Albert was 2 years old he would come into the store with me,” said Deanna. “I would give him a box of nails and a little wooded mallet.”

He grew up around the industry and, according to Deanna, had a knack for tools, mechanics and hardware from the beginning.

Deanna and Dave Fausel handed over the keys about 10 years ago by ceremoniously passing a hammer to Albert and a wooden spoon to Melissa at the 160th anniversary of the hardware store.

“We had a hammer that had been in the Hardware store since before George Fausel’s time,” said Deanna. “We did it in front of the community so everyone could see that it was passing.”

Deanna said she is incredibly proud of Albert and his continuation of the family legacy.

The Hangtown Christmas Parade kicks off at noon Sunday, Dec. 4. For the parade route and more information visit hangtownchristmasparade.com.

Public Notices

trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan. com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-20-884027-JB. 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.

transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/07/2022

Signature of Registrant: /s/ Emily Klein EMILY KLEIN, GENERAL PARTNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).)

This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 10/12/2022.

who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ROBERT KEELER.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JONATHAN KEELER in the Superior Court of California, County of EL DORADO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JONATHAN KEELER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

Festival oF lights

Main street itinerary

Main Street road closure begins at 2 p.m.

Main Street west (corner of Sacramento and Main)

3 p.m.: Ukrainian Youth Orchestra (front of The Green Room)

Main Street east (near Clay and Main streets)

3 p.m.: Community performances, music and dance teams

Main Stage at the Bell Tower

4 p.m.: Pat & Tom and “The Voice” finalist Shane Q

4:30 p.m.: “The Voice” contestant Jaclyn Lovey & Band

5 p.m.: Pat & Tom, Al Soto and The Ranell Coleman

Holiday Band

6 p.m.: Tree lighting and Santa (with special surprise)

6:05 p.m.: Headline band Moonshine Crazy

Main Street reopens at 10 p.m.

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hunt by receiving a stamp from each participating merchant. When the Treasure Hunt is completed, return the brochure to the information centers and be entered to have a chance to win prizes donated from Main Street merchants. Gifts like jewelry, gift cards, wine and home décor will be awarded.

To learn more go to facebook.com/ PlacervilleHomeTownChristmas. The event will also be live streamed on this facebook page for those who want to attend this special evening from the comfort of their homes.

Two shuttles will run from 4-9 p.m. for event goers. One from the Ray Lawyer Drive Park and Ride and one from the Mosquito Road Park and Ride.

Make plans to attend the 2022 Placerville Festival of Lights – Let the Magic Begin the day after Thanksgiving. This is a rain or shine event.

the premises on which the same is located, in which there exists any of the conditions enumerated in Cal. Health & Safety Code §17920.3 to an extent that endangers the life, limb, health, property, safety, or welfare of the public or the occupants thereof shall be deemed and hereby is declared to be a substandard building.

NEED AN EXPLANATION OF

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): TANYA KIMBERLY SHEEHAN, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, AND MARTHA ROSE MAHAN, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, AS JOINT TENANTS. Recorded: 10/15/2018 as Instrument No. 20180040023-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of EL DORADO County, California; Date of Sale: 12/8/2022 at 1:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Main Entrance of the El Dorado County Superior Courthouse - Placerville Main Street Branch, located at 495 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $666,165.24 The purported property address is: 3016 FERNCLIFF WAY, EL DORADO HILLS, CA 95762 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 118-380044-000 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 800-2802832 for information regarding the

There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 800-280-2832, or visit this internet website http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-20-884027-JB 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

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) 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 11/28 11074

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-1162

The

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: 12/07/22 at 8:30AM in Dept. 9 located at 295 FAIR LANE, PLACERVILLE, CA 95667

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Sec. 9.02.520. – Parking and Loading Standards Enforcement Pursuant to Community Design Standards, in accordance with the December 15, 2015, Zoning Ordinance Update related to Parking and Loading Standards, Code Enforcement shall ensure the provision and maintenance of safe, adequate, and well-designed offstreet parking facilities in conjunction with a use or development in order to protect the public health, safety, and welfare.

Sec. 9.02.530. – Enforcement of Temporary Use Permits, Conditional Use Permits, Special Use Permits, Conditions of Approval, and Similar Approvals Code Enforcement Officers are explicitly authorized to ensure compliance with the terms upon which such permits were granted and take appropriate administrative actions, as needed. Secs. 9.02.540—9.02.590.Reserved.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of El Dorado at a regular meeting of said Board, held the 8th day of November, 2022, by the following vote of said Board:

Ayes: Hidahl, Turnboo, Thomas, Parlin, Novasel Noes: None Absent: None

LERCH, 11/03/2022

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 11/03/2022.

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) 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 11/28 11075

NOTICE OF PETITION TO

AdMINISTER ESTATE OF: ROBERT KEELER CASE NO. 22PR0284

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons

Attorney for Petitioner

JACK KLOSEK - SBN 297914 KLOSEK LAW OFFICES 820 ALHAMBRA BLVD. SACRAMENTO

Vicki Ashworth VICKI ASHWORTH, Judge of the Superior Court 11/14, 11/21, 11/28, 12/5 11095

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE

Unless all rents and fees are paid by December 1, 2022, the belongings of the following tenants, which are currently stored in the respective units at the storage units located at

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

THE

IN THIS STATE OF

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

prior to the concert. This concert has an added bonus of including the Folsom Lake College Concert Choir. Dec. 3, 9-10, 16-17: Hands4Hope — Youth Making a Difference offers evening carriage rides through El Dorado Hills Town Center.

Dec. 4: Assistance League Sierra Foothills presents Jingle! Mingle, a holiday fundraiser, 1-5 p.m. at the

Cameron Park Community Center. Enjoy shopping local artisans’ wares while nibbling on delectable bits and sipping local wines and beers. There will also be a raffle and entertainment. For tickets and more information visit assistanceleague.org/sierrafoothills.

Dec. 6-9: The El Dorado Hills Fire Department hosts its annual Santa Run, bringing cheer to the community while Santa and his elves collect food and toys for the needy. For more information visit edhfire.com.

Dec. 9: The El Dorado Hills Community Services District hosts the Senior Christmas Luncheon, 10:30 a.m. in the EDHCSD gym, 1021 Harvard Way in El Dorado Hills. Registration required. Visit eldoradohillscsd.org.

Dec. 10: The Sierra Symphony hosts a Christmas Concert at 4 p.m. at the Cameron Park Community Center, 2502 Country Club Drive in Cameron Park. For tickets and more information visit sierrasymphony.org.

Dec. 10 & 11: Christmas in Coloma at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days, features oldfashioned Christmas fun — live music, warming fires, crafts and games for the whole family, historical house tour, wagon rides and more.

Dec. 11: Christmas in Cool, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., features a parade (noon), tree lighting (4 p.m.) and raffle, as well as live music, a visit from Santa Claus, ugly sweater contest and more at the Cool shopping center, 2966 Highway 49 in Cool.

Dec. 11: Cantare Chorale of the Sierra Foothills performs holiday music at 3 p.m. at the Placerville Seventh-day Adventist Church. 6831 Mother Lode Drive. Tickets are available from Cantare members, online at cantarechorale.com, by phone at (530) 9574600 or in cash at the door prior to the concert.

Dec. 17 & 18: Sweet Pairings Bakery hosts a local artisan craft faire with free games, photos with Santa and more, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 681 Main St. in Placerville.

Dec. 22: El Dorado Hills Town Center hosts the community menorah lighting to celebrate the beginning of Hanukkah, 6:30-8 p.m.