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Montaño expansion plans ready for next round Sel Richard Staff writer

Photos by Laurie Edwards

The West brothers Santino, 2, Bentson, 7, and Harvey, 4, of Cameron Park greet the Easter Bunny with enthusiastic high-fives after gathering up hidden eggs during Saturday’s egg hunt at Dave West Park in Cameron Park. The park, which is named after their late grandfather, was one of three where the Cameron Park Community Services District held its annual egg hunt.

Basket in hand, Shingle Springs youngster Jett Sheppard, 2, above, finds an egg at Northview Park. Veronika Zhidovlenko, 4, of Cameron Park, right photo, shows the eggs she gathered from the climbing wall at Rasmussen Park.

Traffic and noise issues headlined last week’s El Dorado County Planning Commission hearing on the Montaño De El Dorado Master Plan — a shadow that almost derailed the area’s expansion that currently houses Relish Burger and Pottery World south along Latrobe Road to the Monte Verde intersection. The 16.85-acre proposed phase II expansion consists of nine commercial buildings with a combined total of approximately 80,000 square feet of retail, restaurant, commercial and office uses, a 55,136-square-foot, 100-room Marriott Springhill Suites hotel, a community pavilion and 526 parking spaces. A building along the east side of the parcel troubled commissioners, particularly a 70-foot tower that could cast shadows on the houses lining the area directly behind it. “I need an exhibit to see what that looks like from the residential side,” insisted Commissioner James Williams. “There are potentially more impacts than what we understand at this point given the extreme difference in grade between these two parcels. To me that’s the biggest part that we’re tasked with, the interface between the existing residential and the commercial development. I don’t think we have enough here to fully understand that.” Ultimately, Montaño developer Vinal Perkins offered to remove the tower completely to bring the building’s height down to 50 feet, though its proximity to the parcel’s edge continued to raise concerns. Two additional entrances are planned, including a right in/right out only driveway at Latrobe Road near the southern edge of the site. The buildout also extends Post Street at White Rock Road southward through the plaza terminating at a new signalized Latrobe Road entrance. Residents said they are worried the new signal would encourage drivers to avoid Latrobe Road in favor of a shortcut through the Monte Verde neighborhood but traffic consultant Matt Weir of KimleyHorn was confident that would not occur. “By including this signal and investing in

See more photos on page 3

See Montaño expansion, page A3

Veterans commission honors military wives John Poimiroo Special to the Democrat During Women’s History Month members of the El Dorado County Veterans Affairs Commission have been recognizing local women who served as members of the U.S. Armed Forces. “Also deserving of recognition are those women without whose steadfast support on the homefront history could not have been made … military wives,” said EDC District 5 Veterans Affairs Commissioner Daniel Browne Jr. when presenting military challenge coins to former U.S. Coast Guard wife, Diane Connolly. “In honor of all military wives

who were faithful to home and family at times when their husbands were not or could not be,” Browne continued. Upon receiving the honor, Connolly reminisced about standing on a dock while watching her husband’s ship sail over the horizon. “We military wives share the common experience of seeing our husbands depart for service, then to look at one another as we think, ‘What’s next?’” Connolly said. The exchange of challenge coins is a tradition among military units. The coins symbolize service and support, a job done well. Browne concluded, “You allowed history to be made by honoring your commitment to your family.”

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Kenneth Wayne Harrison

March 22, 1932 – March 18, 2021

Kenneth Wayne Harrison was born March 22, 1932, in Seminole, Okla. He passed away at home March 18, in Placerville, Calif. He was a loving husband to his wife Anita Harrison for almost 70 years. He was a kind and gentle dad to his son Kenneth Harrison, wife Julie, daughter Christine Wakefield and her husband Jeff and daughter Cindy Harrison. He is survived by his brother Mike Harrison and sister Judy Rose. He loved spending time with his grandsons Tyler Harrison, Michael Harrison and Matt Harrison, along with his three great-grandsons and one great-granddaughter. He served in the U.S. Navy. He graduated from North Eastern State College in Tahlequah, Okla., and then moved to Placerville where he took a job at Herbert Green School where he taught for 28 years. He loved being on his commercial fishing boat in Fort Bragg, Calif., during the summer. He enjoyed camping, fishing and traveling with his family. No services will be held at this time. For tributes visit greenvalleymortuary.com.

Rubicon staging COVID-19 CASE UPDATE area to be repaved (MARCH 26-29) Tahoe Daily Tribune The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors last week voted to move forward with a paving project on the Tahoma side of the Rubicon Trail. The item was on the consent agenda and unanimously approved without discussion. The $360,000 project will be a joint effort between the county and U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit. The project will place hot asphalt over an existing parking lot used as a staging area by Rubicon users. The project is aimed at providing access while protecting water quality. The project is funded with grants secured by the county’s parks division. LTBMU obtained National Environmental Policy Act clearance and the county procured California Environmental Quality Act compliance. The county said the project does not require environmental permits or right of way. The transportation department will collect bids for the project and anticipates coming back to the board May 4 to award the construction contract. The Rubicon Trail is about 22 miles long and is part road and part 4×4 trail. One side of the trail begins near Tahoma at Lake Tahoe and ends in Georgetown.

Diane Marie Hooper

Sept. 26, 1939 – Dec. 22, 2020

Diane Hooper passed on peacefully at home, after a long battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years, George and parents Anthony and Julia Silva. She is survived by her three children; sons Michael, Matthew and his spouse Nicole and her daughter Annie; her six grandsons Wolfgang and his spouse September, Barron and his fiancée Schea, Alexander, Zachary, Nicholas and Elijah and by her five great-grandchildren Levi, Isaiah, Alyhus, Hazell and Ivy. She is also survived by her three sisters Dale, Jeanne and Jeri and their spouses and children and a large loving family that will miss her terribly and many friends that she enjoyed lifelong friendships that carried on through her final days. After moving to El Dorado County in 1978, Diane and her husband George were well known in the Diamond Springs community as the owners of Diamond Food Mart and Busy Spot Market, making a positive impact for the employees that worked for them and every customer that came through the doors of their store. Diane continued her work in the community in her later years as a realtor for 13 years. She enjoyed helping people in every aspect of her life and placing people in their dream homes was something that filled her with joy and that she happened to be exceptionally gifted at. Diane loved all things creative. She was a photojournalist, a certified jeweler and was an awardwinning artist! But most of all, the thing she loved and cherished the most, was the family that she created and we loved her right back. She was a smart, kind, loving and compassionate person that always had an encouraging word and sage advice. Her smile was warm and radiant, her words were careful and kind. She loved with all of her heart and left the world a better place than she found it. A Mass will be held at St. Patrick Church, Thursday, April 8, 10:30 am.

Betty Jo Davidson

Betty Jo Davidson (Schumann), loving wife of late Dave Davidson, peacefully passed away Feb. 19 at 91 years old. She was a longtime resident of Concord, Calif., where she raised her family while working for the Mt. Diablo Unified School District. Upon retirement, she moved with her husband Dave to El Dorado County and an active member of the Veterans of Foreign War Ladies Auxiliary. Betty Jo enjoyed square dancing, cooking and spending time with her loved ones. She was well loved by her entire family and will be dearly missed. She is survived by her four children; Mike Schumann, Sue Martin, Dan Schumann (Jeannie) and Tim Schumann (Janine); three stepdaughters Susan Rymer, Diane Cunningham, Wendy Wallace as well as 15 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

James Raymond Branscomb

James (Jim) was born July 14, 1924 in Willits, Calif., to John and Nellie Branscomb. He grew up in Branscomb, Mendocino County, Calif., and graduated from Ukiah High School in 1942. From 1943-45 James was in the United States Army Air Force serving as a B-17 and B-24 pilot. On Feb. 24, 1946 he married Marilyn Moore in Chico, Calif. In January 1946, James began his 41 year career with Pacific, Gas & Electric Company in Red Bluff, Calif. He moved to Placerville, Calif., in 1964 where he lived until retiring in April 1987 as El Dorado County District Electric Superintendent. He was a life member of the American Legion Post No. 0167 of Red Bluff, the California State Sheriff ’s Association and Friends of the Library, Placerville Chapter. He is survived by his son Robert of Lander, Wyo.; his daughter Elizabeth Smith of Norman, Okla. and his granddaughter Juniper Branscomb of Auburn, Calif. He was preceded in death by his wife of 72 years Marilyn; his sisters Patricia, Jane and Barbara; his brothers Clarence and John and his parents John and Nellie. At the decedent’s request no services will be held.

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CRIME LOG The following was taken from El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office logs:

made threats on Wimbledon Drive in Diamond Springs.

*Hospitalizations: 2 patients were in area hospitals with 2 in the ICU. Data provided by El Dorado County Public Health

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7:17 a.m. A tankless water heater was reported stolen on Segunto Place in El Dorado Hills.

4:46 p.m. A suspect made a fire and opened windows of a vacant building for sale on Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines.

7:39 a.m. A 47-year-old man on probation was arrested on Rocking Horse Lane in Shingle Springs for reportedly being in possession of a controlled substance and illegal drug

5:28 p.m. Cyptocurrency theft was reported on Elmores Way in El Dorado Hills. 8:48 p.m. A 45-year-old man

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paraphernalia. 10:50 a.m. A man, 58, was arrested on Durock Road in Shingle Springs on suspicion of being intoxicated in public.

March 13

9:31 p.m. Two bicycles were reported stolen on Toby Drive in El Dorado Hills.

10:48 a.m. A catalytic converter was reported stolen from a car on Lancelot Court in Cameron Park.

10:24 p.m. Battery was reported in El Dorado (street not listed).

3 p.m. Vehicle tires were slashed on North Street in Diamond Springs.

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Georgetown 74/52 Coloma 79/56 Placerville 73/53 El Dorado Hills 78/53

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9:38 a.m. A 77-year-old man was arrested on Wentworth Springs Road in Georgetown on suspicion of driving under the influence.

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March 14 8:14 a.m. Vandalism to five garage doors was reported on Village Center Drive in El Dorado Hills. 10:32 a.m. A 32-year-old man was arrested on Pleasant Valley Road in Diamond Springs on suspicion of being under the influence of a controlled substance. 5:02 p.m. Tools were stolen from a truck on Sunlight Drive in Diamond Springs.

10 a.m. A package was reported stolen from the front porch of a home on Hartford Court in El Dorado Hills.

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9:08 a.m. A 51-year-old man was arrested on Red Hawk Parkway in Shingle Springs for reportedly having a methamphetamine pipe in his car.

10:18 p.m. An unidentified man brandished a firearm in a road rage incident on Bucks Bar Road in Placerville.

7:45 p.m. A 52-year-old man and convicted felon was arrested on Broadway in Placerville after a

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Cameron Park cutie Malachi Barajas, 4, left photo, poses for a picture with the Easter Bunny who hopped in for a visit while children hunted for eggs hidden at Rasmussen Park. Peter Cottontail made the rounds Saturday as little ones in Cameron Park had much hunting to do with eggs scattered across three Cameron Park Community Services District parks. Everett Collinsworth, 11 months, center photo, shows off a large, golden egg his 4-year-old brother Charlie found. This golden egg held a special prize for the Cameron Park siblings — a free Cameron Park CSD annual pass. Four-year-old Cameron Park kiddo Ari Gallardo, right photo, shows the egg he fetched from top of a boulder at Northview Park.

Residents fear return of misconduct at Kalithea Park Sel Richard Staff writer

With COVID-19 restrictions easing and summer on its way, residents worry that Kalithea Park will suffer a repeat of the malfeasance that had neighbors battling multiple attempted burglaries, random door knocking, vandalism and aggressive behavior from trespassers and outsized gatherings. Earlier this month the El Dorado Hills Community Services District held two of its first Community Coffee meetings, one of which involved last summer’s hotbed for out-of-town activity. Discussion notes were reviewed at the March 19 CSD Parks and Planning Committee meeting when residents offered further comment. Mountain Democrat photo by Sel Richard Despite their fears, participants made it clear A few park-goers recently enjoy the scenery at Kalithea Park. Last spring and they are not looking for a ban against park summer nearby residents encountered trouble due to some rule breakers at activity. the park.

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“Let’s create a semi-passive park that would enable our small children to practice soccer and T-ball,” proposed Carl Steinhauer, whose house borders Kalithea Park. “We really enjoy members out in the park having picnics. We have no problem with that. We do have issues with structured activities going on in that park that make it impossible to enjoy our own personal property.” Contributors submitted various directions for the CSD to mitigate future bad behavior including extra security, reservations for organized sports, limiting crowd size, speed bump installation, no parking and tow away signs, directional cameras, removal of bathrooms and limiting access to the park via requirement of a key code. Steinhauer advised diverting visitors to Promontory Park, supported by others ■

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the coordination along the corridor, it is reasonable to expect that people would not feel the need to bypass through the neighborhood,” he said. “You give the driver the incentive to stay on the main route by providing good traffic flow as one of the many traffic calming strategies to get drivers to stay out of neighborhoods.” Perkins agreed to condition hotel occupancy on the completion and coordination of the new signal as well as the construction of a median barrier at the existing right in, right out driveway access on White Rock Road. With the proposal of the pavilion, neighbors have repeatedly made clear their trepidation over noise. Perkins is adamant the structure is for small gatherings such as community movie nights or youth productions. As to amplified sound, Commissioner Amanda Ross suggested installing a sound system that users would plug into, ensuring volume consistency. “That’s a fantastic idea,” responded Perkins, who immediately agreed to add the sound system as an amenity. But Williams was unhappy with the absence of sound monitoring plans. “If you look at the conditions for approval, there’s not a clear enough mention about what the noise standards are going to be,” he said, also taking issue with the lack of detail regarding the sound wall along the eastern edge of the parcel that would protect the properties directly abutting the development. The project was approved for recommendation to the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors by a vote of 4-1, with Williams dissenting. Conditions of approval included the construction of a fiber optic interconnect on the new signal, the tower height reduction and the preparation of sound/ retaining wall elevation diagrams. Notification of construction blasting to residents will be mandatory. Further conditions prohibit amplified sound during nighttime hours, 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. Exceptions

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Montaño’s next phase of development will include a hotel, outdoor amphitheater and retail along Latrobe Road. allow for movie events from 7-10 p.m., April through September. Sound testing prior to each event shall be conducted and volume settings adjusted to ensure county noise standards will not be exceeded. Other issues discussed included the landscaping and appearance of a crib wall, dumpster locations, security, loading truck timing and the possibility of a buffer between the sidewalk and roadway along Latrobe Road. Fire truck maneuverability and pedestrian access from Monte Verde was also deliberated. Developer Perkins estimates breaking ground within the year, completing buildout by 2026 through a phased approach. “The timing will depend on tenant demand, the local economy and the pace of trade area residential construction within the western slope of El Dorado County and eastern Sacramento County,” he said, citing thousands of new homes coming within a 3-5 mile radius of the site. “We feel we can create a competitive centralized regional retail hub in El Dorado Hills as a viable alternative to customers who may otherwise be heading to Folsom and out of our county looking for choices in retail, restaurant and hospitality

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Richard B. Esposito Publisher/Editor

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Guest column

Get off my property!

efore dawn, dozens of union activists invaded a strawberry farm, shouting through bullhorns. This frightened workers and infuriated the farm’s owner, Mike Fahner, who thought that in America owning John Stossel property means you have a right to control access to that property — your home is your castle, and all that. Not in California, where politicians allow union organizers to raid farms. “If I didn’t allow them, I’m the one going to jail,” says an outraged Fahner in my new video. “That is asinine.” The property invasion law’s supporters say the United Farm Workers union deserves the exception to property rules because rich farmers abuse migrant workers. I threw their argument at Fahner, who replied that it’s absurd to say he abuses workers, because they keep coming back: “450 people travel 400 miles. ... Why in the world, if they were being abused, would they continue to return year after year?” Because they don’t know they have other options, says the union. They also don’t know about their right to unionize, so unions must come onto farms to tell them about union benefits. The union’s predawn farm invasion didn’t win over many of Fahner’s employees. Fewer than 10% joined the union. Fahner already pays almost double California’s minimum wage. But the protests themselves impose a cost. He only has six weeks to harvest, pack, ship and process his strawberry plants. “If we miss that window, you destroy the fields.” In response to the farmers’ complaints, California Deputy Attorney General Matthew Wise claimed, “Any access to the property is brief, unobtrusive ...” But the law allows union organizers to enter a farm three hours a day, up to 120 days a year. That’s hardly “brief ” or “unobtrusive.” Fahner and another business, Fowler Packing, recently challenged the law at the Supreme Court. I hope the court sends a strong message to California’s union-owned politicians: Get off people’s private property! In earlier court battles, Wise said the exception to private property rules is justified because “workers remain isolated ... from the flow of information that is characteristic of modern society.” But that’s not true. Maybe it was true in 1975 when the law passed, but now there’s the internet. And cellphones. “Every person has a cellphone in their pocket,” says Fahner “All have phones?” I ask. “Yes,” Fahner replies. “They know how to communicate through Facebook and through Twitter, much better than most!” Even if they didn’t, the union could always approach workers after work at their motels. n

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Letters to the Editor The noose revisited EDITOR: ooks like Hangtown’s noose is back in the news ... and I’m glad to hear that. The discussion about the noose is important because it touches on topics and principles that go far beyond the noose itself. It raises questions about freedom of speech and freedom of expression. It also poses some questions about social awareness. The truth is, we live in a diverse society where not everyone holds the same beliefs and opinions about a great many issues. For me, the hanging man is not about racism. The effigy itself is not African-American. If it was, it should be removed immediately. But it’s not. There are those who argue that George (the unfortunate hanging man) does appear to be a person of color and that point may have some merit. Ask yourself: If George’s appearance was clearly Anglo (white skin, blond hair) would that make a difference? If so, then we have to think about that. Some locals who feel that the dummy is “harmless” might feel differently if he was clearly an Anglo — just something to think about. There are many things die-hard Placervillians need to consider. Times are changing, folks. Society’s values and the way many things are perceived are changing. Acts such as the taking of a human life by public strangulation are now considered abhorrent — to people of all colors and faith. Yes, Placerville has a “colorful” history and figures prominently in one of the greatest migrations in human history — the California Gold Rush or 1849. We have so many things to brag about with regard to our history. Can’t we find a way to promote our beautiful town besides the way public executions were occasionally carried out? I think we can and I think we should. It is time to retire George and let him rest in peace. HAL SHERRY Placerville

Disdain and disgrace EDITOR:

The GOP’s misguided priorities EDITOR: epublicans are shedding crocodile tears over deficits, the national debt and whatever else comes into their fertile minds. They have forgotten that Reagan and Bush II gave us the largest deficit in recent memory; that Clinton

gave us the only balanced budget and surplus since Eisenhower and that Trump spent like a drunken sailor by giving a $3 trillion tax cut to billionaires, thereby giving us the largest debt relative to GDP in history. Congressman McClintock bemoans the $1.9 trillion relief package signed by Biden. This money will not “trickle down” at the mercy of the billionaire class as Republicans would prefer, but go directly to those that need it, including children living in poverty. McClintock may refuse federal funds, as he did in 2009, when he turned back $2.2 million of the Obama recovery fund. The F-35 boondoggle has now ballooned to $1.7 trillion. The F-35 may be the most advanced jet in the world; unfortunately, it cannot fly in combat. The plane’s paint loses its stealth quality in the rain; the untried oxygen-generating system killed eight pilots until some publicly refused to fly the plane. Each time Lockheed Martin fixes a problem, two more appear. So McClintock automatically votes more money for this turkey. This is the gift that keeps on giving — profits for Lockheed Martin and campaign donations for Tom McClintock. The Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier, originally budgeted at $5 billion, but now costing over $15 billion, is incapable of launching planes due to a faulty catapult design. Adding the cost of planes, escort and re-supply vessels and other overhead necessary to keep this flotilla sailing, comes to about $65 billion, plus yearly operating costs of $5-plus billion. Republicans oppose giving $1.9 trillion directly to citizens who need it the most, but don’t mind giving $1.9 trillion to Lockheed Martin and NorthropGrumman Shipbuilding for planes that fly only on sunny days and an aircraft carrier that cannot launch planes? JOHN GARON Placerville

e have traded “the man with a dream” for the fool with a nightmare. We are not afraid of infant and grandmother refugees. We are afraid of arrogance, intransigence and ignorance in those we have entrusted with governance. n

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traditional rights hile the to control land use relationand thus shape the ships atmosphere of their among communities. But the various levels of advocates of state American government intervention say it’s are often cooperative, needed to overcome always lurking in the not-in-my-backyard background is what one resistance that might characterize as a discriminates against political food chain. the poor and the nonOfficials plot conDan Walters white. stantly to impose their As state officials will on counterparts strive to impose their will on local occupying lower links of the chain while avoiding similar efforts by those governments, they often resist the federal government’s efforts to do the above them — all in the name of same on states. California’s former better governance, of course. attorney general, Xavier Becerra, filed We’re seeing one example of the more than 100 lawsuits against the syndrome now in the efforts of California’s legislators and Gov. Gavin federal government during Donald Trump’s presidency, many of which Newsom to confront California’s housing crisis. They want to compel asserted the principle of states’ rights local governments, particularly cities, to resist decrees from Washington. to make more land available for Becerra now heads the federal high-density housing to serve lowhealth and welfare agency and can and moderate-income families and be expected to crack the whip on any states that resist federal policies in override local zoning laws that favor the programs he manages. That’s how single-family homes on large lots. the food chain works; it’s not personal Local officials tend to view the animosity, just institutional jousting state’s efforts as heavy-handed, for control. one-size-fits-all violations of their

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The recently enacted $1.9 trillion “stimulus” that Becerra’s new boss, President Joe Biden, pushed through Congress provides another example. It gives state and local governments $350 billion in aid, supposedly to make up for revenue losses during the COVID-19 pandemic. But one provision prohibits recipients from using the windfall to reduce taxes and that has generated criticism from state officials of all ideological stripes that it interferes with their ability to manage their finances. In California, politicians and interest groups on the left say it could prevent them from reducing tax burdens on the poor, such as expansion of the earned income tax credit and small businesses. State Finance Direrctor Keely Bosler told Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in a letter that strictly applying the tax cut prohibition would “limit a state’s ability to adopt policies that support federal goals and could thus constrain the economic benefits that were intended by the authorization of these funds.” “We’re trying to provide additional relief to businesses that took it in the teeth during the recession,” said H.D.

Palmer, a spokesperson for Bosler’s Department of Finance. “We don’t want to go down that road until we’ve got further clarification from Washington.” California business groups, meanwhile, say that the tax cut ban would undermine efforts to restore two business tax breaks that the state suspended last year when it appeared that COVID-19 would devastate state finances. With state revenues now running more than $14 billion over estimates, business leaders say that the tax breaks, which amount to more than $4 billion a year, should be reinstated. The business-backed California Taxpayers Association and 16 other state taxpayer organizations also sent a letter to Yellen seeking clarity on what states can and cannot do under the tax cut language. The stimulus law gives her the authority to make those decisions in a classic example of how the intergovernmental food chain works. Dan Walters is a journalist and author who writes for CALmatters. org, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media venture explaining California policies and politics.

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“All those union people had access to (the motel rooms). They could knock on their door and talk to them about their agenda.” Plus, the union has two radio stations. But it’s much more fun to intimidate businesses with predawn protests. California officials now argue that this Supreme Court case “threatens ... public health.” Leftist media like Vox quickly agrees, claiming that denying access to farms “could endanger government functions like fire inspection and workplace safety.” But that’s not true, says Fahner’s pro-bono attorney from the Pacific Legal Foundation, Joshua Thompson. He points out, “Those types of

routine government inspections are searching in a reasonable manner. What happened here is the government is taking our property ... just giving that to a third party to come on to proselytize, to use bullhorns to intimidate.” I asked the United Farm Workers union for their side of the story. They didn’t respond. So, in my video, Fahner gets the last word. He uses it well, saying, “This is trespassing. You should be going to jail for doing this.” John Stossel is author of “Give Me a Break: How I Exposed Hucksters, Cheats, and Scam Artists and Became the Scourge of the Liberal Media.”

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It is the duty of the president, sworn under oath, to protect the people against all enemies, foreign and domestic. Mr. Biden violated that sacred oath and duty in the first hour of his watch, wherein he sat down to sign a previously prepared stack of executive orders, many of which are unconstitutional. He has the audacity to ridicule those of us who are truly concerned for the safety of all 3-year-olds and their grandmothers by decreeing that the borders of the United States of America will be open to all who wish to saunter across. He is a disgrace to the presidency and the dignity of our great nation.

Instead of having the Justice Department and Border Patrol enforce the laws, our pathetic new president is bent on making the United States a sanctuary country. We, the people, cannot allow that. Biden’s signature foray appears to be a conspiracy to overthrow our constitutional form of government — devolving it to messianic tyranny — disguised as “executive orders.” Some people call his ideology and actions unconscionable. I call them treason. DOUG ROSCOE Shingle Springs

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sports What a run! Owens’ heroics lead to D’backs win Thomas Frey Staff writer As Burbank High School celebrated wildly after taking a 20-16 lead with 43 seconds remaining, Union Mine High School’s defense crumpled to the end zone turf in disbelief while players and coaches on the sideline stood with their mouths agape. None of them wanted to believe Burbank had just thrown a 40-yard touchdown pass in an attempt to thwart Union Mine’s senior day. On the Diamondbacks sideline junior quarterback Calvin Owens was already zoning in on the tall task at hand. The signal caller had completed 59% of his passes and rushed for a touchdown. A week ago he led Union Mine to a come-from-behind win against Liberty Ranch High School and his teammates had faith he could do it again. “It was all confidence that we can go down and score,” said left tackle Jaxon King. “I told everybody on the sideline it’s time to score and it’s time to get in the end zone — everybody was with

me.” On the kickoff the D’backs returned the ball to the Burbank 44-yard line. A 15-yard penalty moved the ball to the 29-yard line. After a perfect snap from senior center James Murphy, Owens stood calmly in the pocket before making his move. “I was just waiting for someone to get open,” Owens said. “I didn’t see anyone so I just took off trying to stay calm, not be too quick.” With his blockers opening up lanes and holding off defenders Owens sprinted 20 yards before meeting a Burbank defender at the 8-yard line. He broke free of the attempted tackle to hit pay dirt with six Burbank Titans on his tail and give Union Mine the victory. The crowd featuring just parents and immediate family members stood cheering while players mobbed Owens on the field. Union Mine coaches pumped their fists and some jumped as high as they could in excitement. “As soon as I saw Calvin take off I just tried to block my guy, to make sure he could get it,” said junior receiver Nicholas Conant. “I was just at a loss of words,”

King said. “I was just screaming and running down the field.” “He is a playmaker, Calvin Owens is a playmaker,” Union Mine head coach Taylor Duncan added. It was a moment that nearly didn’t happen. Union Mine was originally supposed to play Bradshaw Christian before that game was canceled Wednesday reportedly due to COVID-19 protocol. Then Woodcreek was slated to fill in and that fell through. Finally the Diamondbacks were able to line up a game with the Titans, who suited up for their first game this season. Burbank has had some success in the past with brothers P.J. Johnson, who was drafted by the Detroit Lions in 2019, and D.J. Johnson, who currently is a tight end at the University of Oregon, but over the past few seasons the program has hit hard times. The Titans have gone 13-19 overall since 2017 but now with alum and former NFL player Eddie Elder at the helm coaching, n

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Union Mine High School junior quarterback Calvin Owens (No. 2) celebrates after he rushed for a first-quarter touchdown. He eventually scored again on the ground to win the game with less than 30 seconds to play.

El Dorado offense makes quick work of Liberty Ranch Thomas Frey Staff writer

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El Dorado High School senior quarterback Caelan Bonniksen looks to make a pass to junior running back Evan Ward in Friday’s home game against Liberty Ranch High School.

A week after shutting out Laguna Creek 3-0 the Cougars of El Dorado High School got the offense started early in their 17-7 win over Liberty Ranch Friday night. In the Cougars’ first possession of the game senior quarterback Caelan Bonniksen found senior Owen Bauer for a 45-yard reception. Three plays later the Cougars were in the end zone on a touchdown run by junior Evan Ward from 6 yards out. “Not scoring a touchdown last week really kind of drug us down,” Bonniksen said. “Starting off strong like that was really important.” Liberty Ranch tied up the game on its next possession but it wasn’t easy. In a drive that took more than six minutes the Hawks converted a fourth down to score a touchdown. Those were the only points Liberty Ranch scored all night and the only points the El Dorado defense has allowed all season. “They’ve kind of been carrying us

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for the first two games,” Bonniksen said. “It’s impressive.” In the second quarter Bonniksen led the Cougars into the red zone before junior Declan Robinson kicked a field goal to give the Cougars a 10-7 lead with 2:45 left in the first half. The Hawks began driving with an aim to score before the half but Robinson delivered a sack with 1:06 on fourth down to give the Cougars the ball back. With a chance to put more points on the scoreboard Bonniksen and the Cougars drove the ball down the field before extending their lead to double digits when he flipped the ball to junior Gio Pifferini at the 5-yard line who ran the ball into the end zone. Bauer started the third quarter off taking a hand-off 52 yards upfield before the Hawks brought him down. The Cougars couldn’t finish the drive with a score but they were successful in running several minutes off the game clock. Bauer tallied more than 100 yards despite touching the ball just four n

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Holy Week & Easter Services Holy Week Evening Prayer Wednesday, March 31, 7:00 p.m. (online) Maundy Thursday with the Washing of Feet Thursday, April 1, 7:00 p.m. (online) Stations of the Cross Friday, April 2, 12:00 p.m. (outdoor at the church, weather permitting) A family-friendly, outdoor adaptation of traditional Stations of the cross. Good Friday April 2, 7:00 p.m. (online) Great Vigil Saturday, April 3, 7:00 p.m. (online) Easter Sunday April 4, 10:00 a.m. (online) Descriptions of each service, Zoom and YouTube links to online worship and more can be found on the webpage at www.faithec.org 2200 Country Club Drive, Cameron Park

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Gold Nugget Game is back Thomas Frey Staff writer After recording wins over the weekend football players at El Dorado and Union Mine high schools were already thinking about Thursday’s matchup — the Gold Nugget Game. When they meet at 7:30 p.m. on April Fool’s Day at El Dorado’s football stadium it will be the first time since 2015 that the Diamondbacks (2-1) and the Cougars (2-0) have matched up with winning records. “I’m excited for the football community up here,” said Union Mine head coach Taylor Duncan. “Both teams are playing really good right now. I can guarantee it’s going to be exciting.” Duncan played at El Dorado where he was an All-League lineman twice. However, his team could never defeat Union Mine. This season the Diamondbacks are coming off two consecutive, fourthquarter comeback victories. They are led by junior quarterback Calvin Owens who has completed 58% of passes in his two starts with three rushing touchdowns. “We’ve got to win the Gold Nugget — make sure it stays here,” Owens said.

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the team, mostly led by young players, is making giant strides, according to Duncan. “I want to recognize this Burbank team,” Duncan said. “These kids are in great hands and they are going to be a force to be reckoned with. In a couple years this Burbank team is going to be the real deal.” With the D’backs ahead 10-8 lead at halftime Burbank had multiple chances to take the lead — except they couldn’t get by or stop senior Daniel Groves. Groves hovered as a defensive back and picked off a Burbank pass in the end zone early in the third. “I was ready to get another one,” Groves said. “We needed this dub more than anything so I was just ready to get this for our team.” Groves played football his freshman year but then focused on basketball before returning to the gridiron his senior year. “He is an animal, an absolute animal,” Duncan said. On the next Burbank possession Groves used his height and registered another interception. That wasn’t all for Groves — now with three interceptions on the season.

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Over the past seven years El Dorado has won four Gold Nugget Games to Union Mine’s three. “I think our offense can be really good against theirs and I think we matchup well,” said Union Mine junior Nick Conant. “It’s just exciting.” A season ago the Diamondbacks defeated the Cougars in the final regular season game 27-20 to bring the Nugget back to Union Mine. The trophy had been glistening in El Dorado’s trophy case since the Cougars won 36-14 in the 2018 matchup. This will be El Dorado senior quarterback Caelan Bonniksen’s third Gold Nugget game. He has helped lead the Cougars to a 2-0 start this year by not only passing the ball at a high percentage but also by staying calm in the pocket. In El Dorado’s 17-7 victory over Liberty Ranch Friday Bonniksen had 105 rushing yards on nine carries to go with a 78% completion percentage. One of his top targets is senior wide receiver Owen Bauer, who is also one of the team’s leading defensive players. “I feel like Caelan is the best overall quarterback I’ve played with in high school,” Bauer said. “We’ve got to get the Nugget back.”

After injuries at the running back position Duncan put Groves in as the Diamondbacks’ bell cow the rest of the evening. Groves had zero career carries coming into the game before running the football 13 times and recording 76 yards — all of which were in the second half. Groves continued what Evan Beck and Chase Yielding had started. Beck had 76 total yards while Yielding ran in a 9-yard touchdown early in the fourth quarter. Yielding’s touchdown gave the Diamondbacks a 16-14 lead. With 5:33 to play Burbank was driving and looking to take the lead but senior Elijah Thomsen intercepted the pass. The Diamondbacks couldn’t quite run out the clock though and Burbank got the ball back with about two minutes to play. In just one minute the Titans executed their offense to perfection and scored with 43 seconds left. Owens then closed out the game with his scoring run and the Diamondbacks improved to 2-1 on senior day. Owens, a junior, said he was thrilled to have this win come on senior day. “It means a lot,” Owens said. “Just to get (our seniors) that last win at home means everything.”

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times. His impact was felt on every play of the game through run and pass blocking on offense and stopping the running back and blowing up several plays behind the line of scrimmage as a linebacker. Bauer went to El Dorado as a freshman before transferring to Sonora where he played his sophomore and junior seasons. Now as a senior he is happy to be back in Placerville. “I haven’t been 2-0 at all in high school but we know we’ve got to keep working for what we want,” Bauer said. “The grind never ends.”

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suggesting the CSD consider a summer media campaign to encourage visitors to go there or other parks in the vicinity. He also advocates sealing the park nightly and locking the parking lot. “We had large groups of older youth gathering which caused neighbors to go out and ask them to leave,” he explained. “That’s a dangerous place to put any of us.” District members offered assurances that staff will continue to work with law enforcement to mitigate illicit activity but balked at sealing the park. “It’s a public park,” insisted CSD board president Noelle Mattock. “A park is there to be a welcoming space for the community and their friends. Sealing a park off is not what the CSD is about. “We are doing everything we can to work with the community and we appreciate solutions coming forward,” Mattock continued. “We want the park to be a safe place for the residents, their families to be able to enjoy. I hope we can come together and look at solutions that are reasonable.” Promontory resident Sita Burgess indicated a misunderstanding regarding park sealing. “That came from the sheriff ’s deputy this summer,” she clarified. “It was a recommendation to add some perimeter fencing to the park and to seal off areas where people can trespass after hours.” Regarding illicit activity, EDHCSD Director of Parks and Planning Tauni Fessler mentioned that nothing has been officially documented. “No reports have been made to us from the sheriff that they have had to address issues directly on our property at Kalithea Park,” she said, “no drugs or sex or guns.”

But resident Richard Ross pointed out that sheriff’s reports may be lacking due to timing. “By the time the sheriffs can get to this area because of lack of personnel, things have moved on so there aren’t going to be a lot of sheriff’s reports relative to actual arrests and otherwise,” he said. “The sheriff’s logs usually only reflect activity that’s been identified as being criminal. Complaints really don’t make the score sheet.” Although the bulk of the feedback centered around restricting park use, a few asked to keep the park open, expressing dismay at being told they were no longer allowed to bring chairs to watch the sunset. “The restriction of park access is an abuse and neglect for what public parks should be, which is just that, public,” offered EDH resident Ben Yoder. “The park is there for everybody.” Ross reiterated the desire of multiple residents for the CSD to present a plan of action. “I do think it is the responsibility of the CSD to have a contingency plan if we are still in the mode that we found ourselves last summer,” he said. EDHCSD General Manager Kevin Loewen assured that training on approaching park users is regularly addressed and referenced a newly instituted ordinance regarding large gatherings. The fencing option will be considered at a future date by the board. For now, the CSD will rely on a staff presence at the park as well as a continued coordination with law enforcement. “We do want law enforcement to ticket if there are violators of the law,” said Loewen, also suggesting thorny bushes as a trespassing deterrent.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Do the adventure no matter what. Who else is doing it? How much money will it cost? How long will it take? These are details to work out, not roadblocks to stop you. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). There’s wisdom in the long view. You can achieve it by running your mind backward or forward. Think of your ancestors and the different kinds of lives they lived in their time, or think about people after you and the legacy you’ll leave. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You honor people by learning about more them, but that’s not your purpose. You’d like to know what to anticipate. So you learn what someone is like then set your expectation close to the person’s true nature. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’ll assert a sense of control over something you once felt powerless over. It’s a complex issue that requires solutions along many dimensions, but don’t doubt that your contribution plays a role. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Less-than-hospitable circumstances? No problem. Apply more personal fortitude. Remember when you did a lot with a little? You’ll do it again. Don’t underestimate yourself. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’re not clear on what you want because emotions tug you from side to side. Treat these feelings like a laundry pile. Take a breath, turn over the hamper and start sorting.

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hat began 20 years ago as a small group of educators recognizing a need for a pathway for university-bound students within the homeschool community has grown to one of the largest high school charter schools in El Dorado County. Charter University Prep began as Placerville Academic School in 1999, offering 16 college-prep classes to high school students and expanded to offer classes to junior high school students the following year. In 2003 Placerville Academic School joined the El Dorado County Office of Education, moved into a new campus and became known as Charter Smith Flat. In 2010 Michael Harris, who has been principal since the school’s formation, moved the school to the Charles Brown campus and the program has been known as CUP since. At the Charles Brown campus a second high school program, Charter Connections Academy, was added. Together, the schools offer more than 100 courses to 300-plus students in a two-class-a-week college model. CUP caters to students interested in pursuing a fouryear college degree after high school, while CCA caters to students interested in posthigh school career technical training to lead to a career. Both programs are tailored to individual students, versus a one-size-fits-all model. “Our goal has always been to prepare each student for the next step in life, not just a diploma,” Harris said. “CUP achieves that for more

With the relaxation of restrictions and more people being vaccinated every day many organizations are planning Easter celebrations and that allimportant hunt for the goody-filled Easter egg. Below is a partial list of the happenings in the county.

El Dorado Hills Community Service District Saturday, April 3, 9 a.m. Community Park, Promontory Park, Lake Forest Park, Laurel Oaks Park and Valley View Park Enjoy this fun, safe and socially distanced egg hunt. As usual, there will be thousands of eggs to find with prizes inside. Each park will have its own prize booth so those lucky enough to find an egg with a golden ticket inside can claim their prize. Children should bring their own baskets and everyone at the event will be required to wear a mask. The whole family is welcome at the event, but only children ages 0-12 may participate in the egg hunt. No preregistration is required. Sierra Vista Winery Saturday, April 3, 10 a.m. 4560 Cabernet Way, Placerville For this first egg hunt, Sierra Vista offers breakfast croissants with a mimosa for the adult and OJ for the kids from 10 am to Noon. Choose from eggs, cheese and ham or eggs, cheese and mushrooms or eggs and cheese. Easter egg hunt starts at 12:30 p.m. with two egg hunt areas – 4 years and younger and 5-12 years old. Reservations are required. Call (530) 622-7221 or visit sierravistawinery.com/ product/easter.

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Japanese Taiko drumming, above, is offered at Charter University Prep, one of several Japanese studies courses. Students also have a chance to visit their sister school in Japan during their junior or senior year. academically inclined students. Our students have attended some of the top universities in the world.” When a visitor enters the office they see college banners from myriad of schools that represent a small portion of those attended. “Every student has a different path and we help them find the right path for who they want to be,” said Harris. “At CCA students receive hands-on experience participating in career exploration classes, ROP and Folsom Lake College Career Technical Classes so that when they graduate they have a much more adult understanding and preparation for their next step in life.” CCA and CUP emphasize what is referred to by the staff as “Adulting 101” classes. Students take courses that focus on financial planning and what is involved when living

outside the parent’s home. Students learn the concepts of social-emotional learning and what “growing up” entails. Even students taking calculus

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El Dorado County schools earn state award Jana Rossi Staff writer State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond recently announced that more than 100 middle and high schools are being honored under the 2021 California Distinguished Schools Program, including three El Dorado Hills area schools — Marina Village Middle School, Rolling Hills Middle School and Miller’s Hill School. “These schools are great examples of California’s commitment to provide outstanding public education for all students, and their data-driven efforts have helped ensure that their students leave with the tools and skills they need to be successful after graduation,” Thurmond said. “Our thanks go to the entire communities surrounding these schools, including the teachers,

Placerville Nazarene Church Saturday, April 3, 11 a.m. Mother Lode Drive, Placerville Enjoy the 12th annual Easter Egg Hunt. Win prizes, collect candy-filled eggs and enjoy storytime. Bring friends, an egg basket and a mask. Mediterranean Vineyards Saturday, April 3, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 7449 Fairplay Road, Somerset n

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Hikers, bikers and pooches get schooled on etiquette and safety Sel Richard Staff writer

ix-year-old Henry Olson was thrilled to show off his newest trick at El Dorado Hills Community Services District’s Trail Etiquette and Safety Awareness Event Saturday. After getting his bike checked for safety, his mad dismounting skills were met with whoops and hollers. Henry was one of many bicyclists of all ages who attended the event aimed to increase standard trail etiquette and safety awareness with the CSD’s Share & Be Aware campaign. Participants were treated to free goodies and invited to answer a fun quiz with chances win a bike bell or safety helmet. ABC (air, brake and chain) bike checks and helmet fittings were provided by El Dorado County Department of Transportation and Bike Lab, a nonprofit that offers free maintenance classes for kids, as well as organized bike rides and summer

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EDHCSD Communications Specialist April West quizzes 6-year-old Henry Olson on the basics of trail safety while his dad Derek and furry friend Poppy try not to give hints. DOT senior planner. “Education is the key. You can solve a lot of problems just by teaching people,” insisted resident and avid biker Jeff Barker, who helped

camps. “We are also here promoting traffic safety, meaning where bicyclists and pedestrians interact with traffic,” said Alison Hodgkin,

coordinate the event and was there representing Cycle Development, a nonprofit group that helps manage youth mountain bike teams in Sacramento, El Dorado

and Placer counties. He said trail behavior can be improved by simply learning how to yield or handle horse encounters. “If someone walks away from here understanding that yielding doesn’t mean get the hell out of my way, that’s a victory. Or when you’re going around a blind turn, you should just expect that someone is going to be there,” explained Barker, who anticipates holding more events throughout the year. “It’s about how you keep people conscious of the little things that keep trails safe, fun and drama free.” Henry’s dad Derek, who participated on his own bike, enjoyed the event as well as the sunny day. “It’s great,” he said. “I like the community engagement.” And apparently Henry is only just getting started. “I’m starting to do wheelies without going on rocks,” he boasted, before riding off to learn a few more tricks. Marshall Medical Center and El Dorado Disposal helped sponsor the event.

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El Dorado Hills author Nancy Curtis has written a new book about Jesus’ life.

ust in time for the observation of Easter local author Nancy Curtis has released her new book, “Jesus, the Lamb and the Light: Palm Sunday to Pentecost and Beyond.” “The death and resurrection of Jesus is the center of our Christian faith and worthy of our scrutiny,” Curtis said. “Sadly, due to time constraints in churches, we too often observe Good Friday and Easter Sunday but seldom look closely at the events leading up to the crucifixion and Jesus’ appearances following the resurrection. I wrote this book to explore those all-important occurrences.” Curtis takes the reader on the journey with Jesus through his activities and powerful last teachings beginning on Palm Sunday though his crucifixion on Good Friday, resurrection on Easter, postresurrection appearances, ascension and the bestowing of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost.

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This inspiring book provides an insightful look at Jesus’ concluding lessons with historical and biblical content, yet also masterfully weaves in personal application. It is not intended to be a theological treatise but is written in conversational easy-tounderstand style. “Jesus, the Lamb and the Light” can be studied as a devotional or read straight through. “My vision for this book is that the readers’ hearts and minds will be prepared to commemorate his miraculous resurrection and that it will bring more meaning to their entire Easter and light it up like never before,” Curtis explained. “Jesus, the Lamb and the Light: Palm Sunday to Pentecost and Beyond” is available on Amazon in Kindle form ($4.99) or paperback ($9.99). Curtis is an 18-year resident of El Dorado Hills and has previously co-authored two books: “The Last Dance but not the Last Song” (Revell, 2002) and “Still, I will Praise” (CLC Publications, 2012).

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mong gardeners, compost is often referred to as black gold. It’s not the Texas black oil shooting to the sky that you see in movies. No, this is dark, rich compost. And when compost is added to your Annette Mickelson garden, your plants will thrive. It will make your UCCE Master Gardener of garden look like a million El Dorado County bucks. So how do you make compost and what do you do with it? Sit back, relax and enjoy your coffee while I explain. Compost is really easy to make. You can go big scale or small scale. There are a lot of small, backyard-sized compost bins on the market or you can make your own. You need a bin that is at least 3 feet square. If your pile is smaller, it won’t heat up enough to create compost. You can make the bin out of wood, wire or buy a ready-made plastic one. We own horses and have quite a bit of space, so my husband built me four bins out of cinder blocks and wood. The bins are huge and we use the tractor to turn the compost in them. Obviously, that won’t work in a smaller space. Last year, I built a smaller bin using the wire we use to protect small trees from deer. I put it in my garden, close at hand and turned it every few days I had beautiful compost in a fraction of the time it takes to make compost in the big bins. To make your own compost, you just need to remember this formula: 50% green materials and 50% brown materials. The ratio is by volume, not by weight. Green (garden clippings, veggie

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trimmings, horse manure) tend to weigh more than brown (leaves, shredded paper), which is why you measure by volume. The other ingredients are water and air. The pile should be moist, but not soggy. Air is introduced by turning the pile. For the smaller pile in my garden, I layered manure, leaves (we have a ton of trees) and garden trimmings I had snipped into small pieces. I had a hose nearby and watered down the pile after each layer. I turned it every few days by removing the wire and setting it up next to the pile. I then turned the pile into the new enclosure with a pitchfork. In about a month I had finished compost. I’m not gonna lie, though, it was a lot of work turning the pile so often. It isn’t necessary to do it with this intensity. Turning often is called hot composting because the constant turning keeps everything hot and the process moves along quickly. My big piles are a mix of manure and leaves. In the fall and early winter when there are a lot of leaves on the ground, I build my “gold” pile. It takes about a month to fill the bin. As I clean the pastures I pick up a scoop of poop and a scoop of leaves in my muck cart and then dump it in the bin. Once the bin is full, it is moved to the next bin over, with the tractor. And it sits there for another month or two before being moved down again. By the time it reaches the fourth and final bin it is dark, rich and full of worms. That pile lasts me most of the year. I put it around my fruit trees, in my vegetable garden as a soil amendment and around my roses after pruning. Making compost can be as fast or as slow as you want. You can turn it every few days, once a week or once a month. Just keep it damp, keep the right ratio of greens and browns. Never add meat, bones or poop from carnivores like cats or dogs. Grass clippings can become matted and stinky so use them sparingly. You will be rewarded with black

gold and your garden will thank you. Join the UCCE Master Gardeners of El Dorado County on Saturday, April 3, for a free online composting class and learn how to turn your waste into a nutrient rich material for your garden. To register visit UCCE Master Gardeners of El Dorado County (ucanr.edu). Due to the pandemic, Master Gardener events will for the foreseeable future continue to be limited. Find the new online class schedule at: mgeldorado.ucanr.edu/Public_Education_ Classes/?calendar=yes&g=56698 and recorded classes on many gardening topics at ucanr.edu/ sites/EDC_Master_Gardeners/Public_Education_ Classes/Handouts_-_Presentations/. The Sherwood Demonstration Garden is open 9 a.m. to noon Fridays and Saturdays, April through October (closed April 16 & 17). Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the number of people allowed in the garden at one time is limited to 10; masks and distancing are required. Check our website for more details at ucanr.edu/sites/EDC_Master_Gardeners/ Demonstration_Garden. Save the date for the annual plant sale, April 17 for all edibles and May 1 for trees, shrubs, succulents, natives, perennials and grasses. This event was canceled in 2020 due to the pandemic, but Master Gardeners are committed to having a sale this year with reduced capacity. Please check the website for how you can shop the sale: mgeldorado.ucanr.edu. Have a gardening question? Master Gardeners are working hard remotely and can still answer questions. Leave a message on the office telephone at (530) 621-5512, or use the “Ask a Master Gardener” option on the website, mgeldorado.ucanr.edu. Sign up for notices and newsletters at ucanr.edu/master gardener e-news. Master Gardeners are also on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.

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teacher to not only know their material backward and forward but to connect and care about their students. In the 20 years we have existed, we have never advertised. We operate solely on word-ofmouth and always fill up because the students want to be here. I cannot be more proud of the incredible students and staff I have worked with.” For additional information about CUP, which is currently enrolling seventh-grade students, visit cuprep.edcoe.org or call (530) 622-8594.

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CUP students can also follow a multicultural education track. In 2015 the high schools began offering classes focused in Japanese studies, including courses in language, art history and Japanese Taiko drumming — which fulfills fine art requirements. CUP is one of the only high schools on the West Coast to offer this course as an elective. Every other year juniors and seniors have the opportunity to visit Japan and interact with Ueda Nishi, the school’s sister school in Nagano.

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CalChamber Releases 2021 Job Killer List The California Chamber of Commerce released its annual job killer list yesterday, which includes 18 bills that would place California employers and the state’s economy in harm’s way should they become law. Of particular concern, according to CalChamber, are proposed labor and employment mandates which would hit small business employers especially hard as they attempt to recover from losses experienced due to pandemic-related shutdowns. “Many of these bills—particularly the labor and employment ones—seem to be solutions in search of a problem,” said CalChamber President and CEO Allan Zaremberg. Zaremberg also questioned why the Legislature is not working on ways to reduce costs on businesses struggling due to the pandemic. “Are policy makers unaware that unemployment filings increased last month? California employers cannot be the safety net for struggling workers. The billions of dollars coming to the state from the American Rescue Plan should be used to provide the safety net for struggling workers and help get businesses back up and running,” Zaremberg concluded. The CalChamber will periodically release job killer updates as legislation changes. Reporters are encouraged to track the current status of the job killer bills on www.CalChamber.com/ jobkillers or by following @CalChamber and @ CAJobKillers on Twitter. The 2021 job killer list includes the following bills:

Labor and Employment Mandates

• AB 95 (Low; D-Campbell) Burdensome New Bereavement Leave Mandate: Imposes a significant new burden on employers of every size by mandating that they provide employees bereavement leave upon the death of a spouse, child, parent, sibling, grandparent, grandchild, or domestic partner, regardless of how long the employee has worked for the employer. The bill further opens up new avenues for litigation against California employers by establishing a brand new private right of action (in addition to liability under PAGA and administrative enforcement through the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement). • AB 616 (Stone; D-Scotts Valley) Forced Unionization Process for Agricultural Employees: Limits an employee’s ability to independently and privately vote for unionization in the workplace, by essentially eliminating a secret ballot election and replacing it with the submission of representation cards signed by over 50% of the employees, which leaves employees susceptible to coercion and manipulation by labor organizations. Also, unfairly limits an employers’ ability to challenge the cards submitted by forcing employers to post an unreasonable bond, and then limits an employees’ ability to decertify a union, by forcing them to go through the ballot election process instead of submission of representation cards. Also includes an unnecessary presumption of retaliation that is effectively unlimited in scope because it would apply for the duration of an election campaign, which could last for a year or more. • AB 995 (Gonzalez; D-San Diego) Costly Sick Leave Expansion on All Employers: Imposes new costs and leave requirements on employers of all sizes, by expanding the number of paid sick

days employers are required to provide, which is in addition to all of the recently enacted leave mandates (COVID-19 sick leave, CalOSHA emergency paid time off, CFRA leave, workers’ compensation, etc.) that small employers throughout the state are already struggling with to implement and comply. • AB 1003 (Gonzalez; D-San Diego) Criminal Liability for Good Faith Mistakes: Despite California’s onerous, confusing, and always changing wage and hour laws, proposes to criminalize small employers, managers, and supervisors, who in good faith, make a mistake in the application of the law, that even the Labor Commissioner and the courts disagree with on how to interpret. • AB 1041 (Wicks; D-Oakland) Significant Expansion of Family Leave and Paid Sick Leave: Significantly expands multiple existing leave requirements in California that apply to employers of five or more, including small employers with limited employees who are struggling as a result of the pandemic, by allowing an employee to designate any person for whom they would like to take the leave, and subjecting the employer to costly litigation under the Fair Employment and Housing Act or the Labor Code Private Attorney General Act (PAGA), for any alleged interference, interruption, discouragement, or denial. • AB 1074 (Gonzalez; D-San Diego) Onerous Return to Work Mandate: Imposes an onerous and stringent process for specific employers to return employees to the workforce for specified industries, including hotels and restaurants that have been disproportionally impacted by this pandemic, which will delay rehiring and employers’ ability to re-open after being forced to close or reduce operations due to COVID-19. • AB 1119 (Wicks; D-Oakland) Expansion of Duty to Accommodate Employees and Litigation Under FEHA: Imposes new burdens on employers to accommodate any employee with family responsibilities, which will essentially include a new, uncapped protected leave for employees to request time off for things such as school drop-off or pick-up, and exposes employers to costly litigation under the Fair Employment Housing Act that any adverse employment action was in relation to the employee’s family responsibilities, rather than a violation of employment policies. • AB 1179 (Carrillo; D-Los Angeles) Costly New Mandate on Employers to Pay for Employee Childcare: Imposes a new, costly mandate on public and private employers to cover up to 60 hours of employees’ childcare costs each year, with any alleged violation resulting in litigation under PAGA. • SB 62 (Durazo; D-Los Angeles) Increased Costs and Liability on Employers: Significantly increases the burden on non-unionized employers in the garment manufacturing industry in California, by eliminating piece rate as a method of payment even though it can benefit the employee, creating joint and several liability for contractors for any wage violations or the employer, and shifting the evidentiary standards in a Labor Commissioner hearing to limit the ability for an employer to defend against an alleged wage violation. These additional requirements will encourage companies to contract with manufacturers outside of California, thereby limiting the demand and workforce of garment manufacturers in California.

100 Year Corporation Recognition The Placerville Shakespeare Club recently received recognition as a 100 year old Corporation from the California Department of State. Established May 2, 1897, the club was originally certified as

a corporation by Frank C. Jordan, California Secretary of State on March 22, 1921. The El Dorado County Chamber records show that they have been a member since 1917!

Spring In to Action Business Luncheon Wednesday, April 14th, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Cold Springs Golf and Country Club 6500 Club House Dr. Placerville Don Ashton, El Dorado County C.A.O. will speak about the state

of the County budget and CARES funding. $18 members/$23 non-members. R.S.V.P. Required. https://business.eldoradocounty. org/events/

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• SB 213 (Cortese; D-San Jose) Expands Costly Presumption of Injury: Significantly increases workers’ compensation costs for public and private hospitals by presuming certain diseases and injuries are caused by the workplace and establishes an extremely concerning precedent for expanding presumptions into the private sector.

Tax Increases

• AB 71 (Rivas, L; D-Arleta) Massive Corporate Tax Increase: Significantly increases the state’s corporate tax rate and taxation on the gross income of international companies to create a homelessness fund, thereby shifting the responsibility of the crisis onto the private sector, despite the $15 billion dollars in unexpected revenue. • AB 1199 (Gipson; D-Carson) Targeted Tax on Homeowners: Unfairly imposes an excise tax on certain individual and corporate homeowners to pay for housing related services, which will ultimately increase rental rates and worsen housing unaffordability for vulnerable tenants. • AB 1400 (Kalra; D-San Jose) GovernmentRun Health Care: Eliminates private insurance and choice-based healthcare by creating an exorbitantly expensive new state run health care system, that will cost California more than $400 billion, which will ultimately be funded by taxpayers, and will delay access to providers, diminish quality of healthcare, and eliminate jobs in California.

Housing

• AB 1295 (Muratsuchi; D-Torrance) Housing Development Ban: Removes local land use authority and exacerbates the housing crisis by prohibiting cities and counties from entering into a residential development agreement in Very High Fire Severity Zones, which strips local communities of their land use authority and applies a one-size-fits all ban on development throughout large swaths of California. • SB 55 (Stern; D-Canoga Park) Housing Development Ban: Removes local land use authority by prohibiting any residential or commercial construction in either Very High Fire Severity Zones or State Responsibility Area, which effectively bans development activity in 1/3 of the state of California and will exacerbate the existing housing crisis. • SB 499 (Leyva; D-Chino) Housing Development Ban: Prohibits cities and counties from designating any land uses that have potential to adversely impact disadvantaged communities, even if any potential impacts could be mitigated. In doing so, the bill removes local land use authority, creates new costly CEQA litigation and worsens the state’s housing crisis.

Government Regulation and Enforcement

• SB 606 (Gonzalez; D-Long Beach) Expansion of Cal/OSHA Authority and Enforcement: Significantly expands CalOSHA authority by allowing it to multiply penalties potentially by 10x or 100x against employers, and shut down facilities that it has not even physically inspected., Finally, creates multiple new presumptions of retaliation that are duplicative of existing protections and will generate litigation. • SB 467 (Wiener; D-San Francisco) Oil and Gas Development Ban: Eliminates thousands of high-paying California jobs and requires California to import even more foreign oil by shutting down approximately 95% of oil and gas production in California.

UCAN Chambers Release 2021 State Policy Agenda Reopen CA, Rebuild Small Business tops the list of priorities

UCAN—the United Chamber Advocacy Network, which includes seven local chambers of commerce, representing over 5,000 employees in four northern California counties, released its 2021 State Policy Agenda on March 15 during a zoom conference among chamber leaders and five state legislators. Informed by input from chamber volunteer leaders and a detailed membership survey, UCAN’s 2021 state policy priorities include: • Reopen CA • Rebuild Small Business • Repeal AB 5 • Rollback burdensome taxes, fees and regulations The policy agenda will be used to identify legislation the UCAN chambers will support and oppose within the Legislature in partnership with our delegation of local legislators: Assemblymembers Frank Bigelow, Jim Cooper, Ken Cooley, James Gallagher and Kevin Kiley and Senators Brian Dahle, Jim Nielsen and Richard Pan.

duced AB 820, sponsored by UCAN, that would encourage lending to small businesses adversely impacted by COVID lockdowns by making interest from such loans tax deductible. AB 820 is supported by the CA Bankers Association and will be heard in committee in late March or early April. Reopening California’s economy was a stated priority of legislators attending UCAN’s virtual State Legislative Reception. Senator Nielsen joined Assemblymembers Kiley and Gallagher to call for the end of the current COVID state of emergency; Assemblymember Bigelow referenced his bill, AB 1313 that would provide businesses with exemption from legal liability relative to COVID; and Faith Lee, legislative staff for Senator Richard Pan, discussed Sen. Pan’s SB 510, which would encourage and expand COVID vaccinations in California. To obtain a copy of the UCAN 2021 State Policy Agenda and to view UCAN’s list of priority legislation,

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events and activities that strengthens the overall well-being Change in leadership of individuals and is a familiar, yet families.” important event in the As the spiritual leader lives of members of of the ward, the bishop The Church of Jesus helps all members of Christ of Latter-day the community draw Saints. Unlike other closer to Jesus Christ churches that depend through service and on paid clergy to lead by caring for them worship services and with love, concern, serve the needs of compassion and charity. their congregations, “For the last 15 years Photo by David Hoppe members of The The new bishopric of Camino Ward is eager to serve the I have enjoyed serving Church of Jesus community: Patrick Smith, first counselor; Bishop Jeremy the youth in the county Christ of Latter-day Ogzewalla and Gene Wooden, second counselors, left to of El Dorado,” said Saints depend on a lay Ogzewalla. “I have right. ministry that consists served them in our of the bishop and his two counselors. congregation in Camino as a spiritual mentor/ Since it’s a demanding responsibility — bishops teacher and as a coach for multiple sports from take on these extra duties in addition to working league soccer to high school strength training and supporting their own families — this and football. I have loved being a small part of leadership role is limited to about five years. the growth and development of every child with Camino Ward recently released Derrell Roberts which I have spent time.” as bishop and sustained Jeremy Ogzewalla as the “The Camino Ward is full of amazing and new bishop. Patrick Smith will continue as first humble people who love and serve each other and counselor and newly called Gene Wooden will this community in ways that are not always seen,” serve as second counselor. he added. “The Camino Ward serves our local community The community is invited to attend Camino with Christ-centered church worship services,” Ward services on Sundays, 9-11 a.m., and follow said Bishop Ogzewalla, an administrator for a the safe COVID-19 guidelines that include Sacramento-based charter school. “We also offer wearing a mask, sanitizing hands and sitting in faith-based support services with wholesome socially-distanced areas as indicated.

Awards

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Enjoy an Easter Brunch and Egg Hunt weekend brunch pairing. Start with the 2019 Rosato Spumante paired with French almond croissants, followed by the 2018 Syrah Rosé paired with brie and fresh berry stuffed french toast and the 2017 Le Vin Rouge paired with a Chèvre, mushroom and pancetta french omelet. The kids’ egg hunt starts at noon and an adult egg hunt begins at 3 p.m. Purchase tickets at cellarpass.com/profile/ mediterranean-vineyards.

6. Check the riddle at each stop to hunt down your next location 7. Once you have your sticker card complete, drop it off to the Vintage Grace front office: 931 Lassen Lane, El Dorado Hills, open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. 8. The sticker card will be turned in for a raffle ticket to win a gift card to one of the four Town Center locations on the Great Egg Hunt.

Vintage Grace Church, El Dorado Hills

Sunday, April 4

Through April 2, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily

Egg Hunts: 5 and younger, 10:15 a.m. and 12:15 p.m; 6 and older, 10:25 a.m. and 12:25 p.m.

The Great Egg Hunt will be a whole family scavenger hunt throughout El Dorado Hills Town Center. 1. Bring your own basket to fill with eggs 2. Have your sticker card with you (download at vintagegrace.org/kids) 3. Park by the movie theater in Town Center 4. Use the first riddle to get to the first stop 5. You will be given eggs for your basket at each stop

Bayside Church of Placerville

Services: 9 a.m and 10:45 a.m.

4602 Missouri Flat Road, Placerville Those who attend in person may view the service live inside the Worship Center, in the cafe or outside on the patio in the outdoor viewing venue. Activity bags for kids are provided. For those joining the church online, the church can arrange a goodie bag/ Easter egg drop-off.

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because the teachers are incredible,” Bowers shared. “They made every transition seem ‘easy,’ when I know it’s been anything but. One teacher said it best when she said ‘We don’t even have fumes to run on. We’re beyond empty.’ Yet, with nothing left in their tanks, they continued to do the job they do so well and they did it with kids’ best interest in mind as they always do. We truly have a mindset toward learning on this campus and it shows. It’s not just the teaching staff — it’s every person on this campus: secretaries, food services, custodians, instructional aides, librarians, health clerks and nurses, counselors, psychologists, tech support. They have all handled everything that has been thrown their way with grace, professionalism and a spirit of getting the job done.” Miller’s Hill Superintendent/Principal Natalie

Miller was also thrilled her Latrobe school received the award. “Receiving the Distinguished School Award is a high honor and certainly validates the hard work of our teachers, staff and students,” she told the Mountain Democrat. “In our small district excellence begins early. Miller’s Hill may receive the award, but our high expectations for student success begins at Latrobe Elementary and carries right through eighth grade. This award at this time of year, given the circumstances we are currently working through, has definitely put a ‘pep in our step.’ We are very excited and grateful.” The California Department of Education identifies and awards eligible schools based on performance and progress on state indicators specified on the California School Dashboard, the

Public Notices  FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0265 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DOlCE ANGElO GElATERIA BAKERY, located at 3300 Coach Ln Suite E7, Cameron Park, CA 95682/Mailing Address: 2644 Woodridge Ct #28, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Sigrid Zandate, 2644 Woodridge Ct #28, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A Signature of Registrant: /s/ Sigrid Zandate SIGRID ZANDATE 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 03/03/2021. 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) 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7 8745 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0205 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SASSY NAIlS, located at 2651 Cameron Park Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): John Minh Dau, 2541 Chesapeake Bay Cirle, Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/07/2016 Signature of Registrant: /s/ John Minh Dau JOHN MINH DAU, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 02/17/2021.

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) 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31 8752 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0251 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. CHAPEl BEll FARMS, 2. CHAPEl BEll EQUESTRIAN CENTER, 3. CHAPEl BEll WINERY located at 5021 Salmon Falls Rd, Pilot Hill, CA 95664 Registered owner(s): Timothy Cheney, 5021 Salmon Falls Rd, Pilot Hill, CA 95664 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Timothy Cheney TIMOTHY CHENEY, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 02/26/2021. 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) 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31 8753

state’s accountability and continuous improvement system. Indicators include test scores, suspension rates, conditions and climate. Sponsored by the CDE and presented by California Casualty, the Distinguished Schools Program recognizes schools for their excellent work in one of two categories: closing the achievement gap and achieving exceptional student performance. Elementary schools and middle and high schools are recognized in alternate years; therefore, awardees hold the title for two years. Distinguished Schools represent examples of not just excellent teaching, learning and collaboration, but also highly successful, data-driven school efforts ranging from professional development to positive behavior intervention, according to Thurmond.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0274 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GREENHOUSE CAFE located at 2864 RayLawyer Dr. #106, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Claudia D Coleman, 4633 Freeman Hill Rd., Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 04/01/1996 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Claudia Coleman CLAUDIA COLEMAN, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 03/05/2021. 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) 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31 8757 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0267 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ATS GRADING & SEPTIC located at 4340 Puerta Del Sol, Camino, CA 95709 Registered owner(s): Timothy Garner, 4340 Puerta Del Sol, Camino, CA 95709 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A Signature of Registrant: /s/ Timothy Garner TIMOTHY GARNER 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

03/03/2021. 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) 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31 8758 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0278 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GOOD lUCK MFG located at 429 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667/Mailing Address: 53 Goldenrod Ave, Auburn, CA 95603 Registered owner(s): Cody W Danley, 53 Goldenrod Ave, Auburn, CA 95603 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Cody Danley CODY DANLEY, GOOD LUCK 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 03/05/2021. 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) 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31 8759

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0279 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THE WATER WORKS located at 6520 Wagon Loop, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Dino A Giannini, 6520 Wagon Loop, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/25/2008 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Dino Giannini DINO GIANNINI, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 03/05/2021. 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) 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31 8760 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0299 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TRUE NORTH DRAFTING DESIGNS, located at 671 Allen Court, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Rick L Evanoff, 671 Allen Court, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Rick Evanoff RICK EVANOFF, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 03/11/2021. 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) 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7 8774 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0302 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FAKEINK BEAUTY, located at 2222 Francisco Dr Suite 450, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762/ Mailing Address: 3583 Christa Court, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Stephanie L Trenkamp, 3583 Christa Court, Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Stephanie Trenkamp STEPHANIE TRENKAMP 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 03/11/2021. 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) 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7 8776 legal notice continued on the next page

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Public Notices  FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0303 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FlOURlESS BAKERY, located at 1642 Tecolote Dr, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Richard Moore, 1642 Tecolote Dr, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/30/2020 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Richard Moore RICHARD MOORE, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 03/11/2021. 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) 8777 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0304 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: HIGH NOTE NOTARY SERVICES, located at 1547 Toro Place, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Gregory J Brown, 1547 Toro Place, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 03/10/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Gregory J Brown GREGORY J BROWN, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 03/11/2021. 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) 8778 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7

This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 03/01/2011 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Bryce E Pophal BRYCE E POPHAL, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 03/18/2021. 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) 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/14 8796 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0327 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MUDFlOWER YOGA, located at 2902 Molly Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Carissa N Drummond, 2902 Molly Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 03/18/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Carissa Drummond CARISSA DRUMMOND 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 03/18/2021. 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) 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/14 8797 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0332

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Katie Elizabeth MacKenzie-Aufdermaur filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: KATIE ELIZABETH MACKENZIEAUFDERMAUR Proposed name: KATIE ELIZABETH MACKENZIE AUFDERMAUR 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: APRIL 30, 2021, 8:30 A.M. DEPT. 9 AT SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF EL DORADO, 495 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667. 3. A copy of the ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Mountain Democrat. This order has been filed on JANUARY 12, 2021. /s/ Dylan Sullivan DYLAN SULLIVAN, Judge of the Superior Court 8779 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FOOTHIll POOl SERVICE, located at 3251 Grandview Cir, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Zachary L Zweber, 3251 Grandview Cir, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 03/16/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Zachary Zweber ZACHARY ZWEBER, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 03/18/2021. 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) 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/14 8798

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The following person(s) is/are doing business as: EASTONS SERVICE & REPAIR, located at 3656 Serenity Oaks Road, Somerset, CA 95684 Registered owner(s): Bryce E Pophal, 3956 Serenity Oaks Road, Somerset, CA 95684

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CHIGGIES FARMS, located at 2820 Greenbrook Dr., Camino, CA 95709 Registered owner(s): 1. Lisa A Seivert, 2820 Greenbrook Dr, Camino, CA 95709, 2. Nicholas

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J Anderson, 2820 Greenbrook Dr, Camino, CA 95709 This business is conducted by a Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Lisa Seivert LISA SEIVERT, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 03/18/2021. 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) 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/14 8799 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0309 The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: KCM CONSTRUCTION, located at 2885 Holly Hills Ln, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): 1. Keith C Mollet, 2885 Holly Hills Ln, Cameron Park, CA 95682, 2. Amber K Mollet, 2885 Holly Hills Ln, Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Keith Mollet KEITH MOLLET 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 03/12/2021. 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) 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/14 8800 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0275 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MISSION IT SOlUTIONS, located at 8540 S Shingle Rd, Shingle Springs, CA 95682/Mailing Address: PO Box 4432, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Mother Lode Electronics, Inc, 8540 S Shingle Rd, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: California The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2005 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Abraham Hanes MOTHER LODE ELECTRONICS, INC - ABRAHAM HANES - PRESIDENT 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 03/05/2021. 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) 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/14 8801

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0337 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CHESTNUT TREE AND SEAGUll PIANO STUDIO AND lIBRARY, located at 680 Guadalupe Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): David A Gangursky, 680 Guadalupe Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ David A. Gangursky DAVID A. GANGURSKY, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 03/19/2021. 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) 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/14 8802 PUBlIC NOTICE

Shareholders of Placerville Gold Mining Co. are hereby notified of the annual shareholders meeting scheduled the week of May 17th, 2021. Call (425) 672-4719 for details. 3/24, 3/26, 3/29, 3/31, 4/2, 4/5 8803 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAlS #03-2021 ENVIRONMENTAl CONSUlTING SERVICES - TO THE GEORGETOWN DIVIDE RESOURCE CONSERVATION DISTRICT CLOSING DATE: Proposals must be received by April 9, 2021 by 4:00 p.m. PROJECT TITLE: “Georgetown Fuel Reduction Project L20AC00468” CONTACT PERSON: Mark Egbert District Manager Georgetown Divide Resource Conservation District 100 Forni Road, Suite A Placerville, CA 95667 Mark.Egbert@ca.usda.gov (p) 530-295-0120 (Direct) 530-303-5328 (cell) 530-957-3472 The Georgetown Divide Resource Conservation District (RCD) is soliciting proposals from qualified Environmental Consulting Firms to provide services described in the Request for Proposal (RFP) which can be accessed at www. georgetowndividercd.org. The Georgetown Fuel Reduction Project area consists of roughly 2000 acres located between the South Fork of the American River and the vicinity of Meadow Brook in El Dorado County. Treatment areas were strategically placed within the Wildland-Urban Intermix (WUI), as well as in strategic locations that connect to past and future treatment areas on both public and adjacent private lands. It consists of 10 discrete areas that will be treated to reduce fuels and to create shaded fuel break conditions and approximately 22 miles of roads where clearance will be improved by removing hazardous vegetation within 10-40 feet of the road edge except on land owned by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) where treatment may extend up to 200 feet from the road edge. Refer to the RFP or contact the RCD for more information. NONDISCRIMINATION The program or activities conducted under this agreement will be in compliance with the nondiscrimination provisions contained in Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 (Public Law 100-259); and other nondiscrimination statutes: namely, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and American’s With Disabilities Act of 1990. 3/26, 3/29, 3/31 8817 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAlS #02-2021 REGISTERED PROFESSIONAl FORESTER (Consulting) TO THE GEORGETOWN DIVIDE RESOURCE CONSERVATION DISTRICT CLOSING DATE: Proposals must be received by April 9, 2021 by 4:00 p.m. PROJECT TITLE: “Georgetown Fuel Reduction Project L20AC00468” CONTACT PERSON: Mark Egbert District Manager Georgetown Divide Resource Conservation District 100 Forni Road, Suite A Placerville, CA 95667 Mark.Egbert@ca.usda.gov (p) 530-295-0120 (Direct) 530-303-5328 (cell) 530-957-3472 The Georgetown Divide Resource Conservation District (RCD) is soliciting proposals from qualified R e g i s t e re d P ro f e s s i o n a l Forester(s) to provide services described in the Request for Proposal (RFP) which can be accessed at www.georgetowndividercd.org. The Georgetown Fuel Reduction Project area consists of roughly 2000 acres located between the South Fork of the American River and the vicinity of Meadow Brook in

El Dorado County. Treatment areas were strategically placed within the Wildland-Urban Intermix (WUI), as well as in strategic locations that connect to past and future treatment areas on both public and adjacent private lands. It consists of 10 discrete areas that will be treated to reduce fuels and to create shaded fuel break conditions and approximately 22 miles of roads where clearance will be improved by removing hazardous vegetation within 10-40 feet of the road edge except on land owned by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) where treatment may extend up to 200 feet from the road edge. Refer to the RFP or contact the RCD for more information. NONDISCRIMINATION The program or activities conducted under this agreement will be in compliance with the nondiscrimination provisions contained in Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 (Public Law 100-259); and other nondiscrimination statutes: namely, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and American’s With Disabilities Act of 1990. 3/26, 3/29, 3/31 8818 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0367 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: T & M BUSINESS CONSUlTING, located at 3457 Sudbury Rd, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Thomas R Williams, 3457 Sudbury Rd, Cameron Park, CA 956812 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 03/24/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Thomas R Williams THOMAS R WILLIAMS 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 03/25/2021. 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) 3/31, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21 8824 PUBlIC NOTICE As climactic conditions permit during the Spring months of 2021, the Amador – El Dorado unit of CAL FIRE will conduct prescribed burning operations: · At the Sly Park VMP in Pollock Pines, CA. · At the Shake Omo VMP near Indian Diggins and Omo Ranch. · At the Georgetown Divide VMP off Marshall Road and Greenwood Road. · At the Lyon Ranch VMP in Pilot Hill, CA. · At Ladies Valley VMP south of Placerville, CA. · At the Auburn Lake Trails VMP in Cool, CA. Persons in the area who are sensitive to smoke are requested to contact CAL FIRE forester Patrick McDaniel at (530) 647-5288. 3/31, 4/2 8825 PUBlIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The El Dorado County Transit Authority (El Dorado Transit) at 6565 Commerce Way, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 has released Request for Proposals (RFP) #21-01 Information Technology Support Services effective March 24, 2021 RFP #21-01 is available via the website http://eldoradotransit.com/ about-us/procurement-rfps/ or by contacting Megan Wilcher at (530) 642-5383 Ext 229 or mwilcher@ eldoradotransit.com Proposals are due to El Dorado Transit on April 19, 2021 by 4:00 PM at the above address. 3/31 8826 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0363 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. OUTPOST GRAPHICS, 2. AlIEN OBSESSION, located at 3120 Stope Drive, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): 1. Laura M Freeman, 3120 Stope Drive, Placerville, CA 95667, 2. Werner M Knuth, 3120 Stope Drive, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by Copartners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Laura M Freeman LAURA M FREEMAN, 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 03/24/2021. 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) 8828 3/31, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0284 File Number of Fictitious Business Name Statement: 2015 0000294 Date Fictitious Business Name was filed in El Dorado County: 3/6/2015 Fictitious Business Name(s) to be abandoned: VIllA FlORENTINA Fictitious Business Name Street Address: 6673 Carvers Road, Coloma, CA 95613/Mailing Address: 496 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) HAVE ABANDONED THE USE OF THE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: Registrant name(s) & address(es): 1. Adam Anderson, 6673 Carvers Road, Coloma, CA 95613, 2. Angela Anderson, 6673 Carvers Road, Coloma, CA 95613 This business was conducted by a Married Couple. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Angela Anderson ANGELA ANDERSON 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 03/08/2021. The Statement of Abandonment of Fictitious Business Name must be published in a newspaper once a week for four successive weeks and an affidavit of publication filed with the county clerk within 30 days after publication has been accomplished. The Statement should be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the county where the principal place of business is located. The Statement should be published in such county in a newspaper that circulates in the area where the business is conducted (Business & Professions Code 17917). Any person who executes, files, or publishes any fictitious business name statement, knowing that such statement is false, in whole or in part, is guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be fined not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) (Business & Professions code 17930) 8829 3/31, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21 NOTICE OF PUBlIC HEARING The County of El Dorado Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing in the Building C Hearing Room, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 on April 21, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., to consider the following: Tentative Parcel Map P19-0010/Hoekstra submitted by ERIC AND TRUDY HOEKSTRA request to divide a 160.25-acre property into four parcels ranging in size from 40.01-acres to 40.10acres. The property, identified by Assessor’s Parcel Number 087-030036, consisting of 160.25 acres, is located on the south side of Coulter Lane, approximately 2,435 feet south of the intersection with South Shingle Road, in the Latrobe area, Supervisorial District 2. (County Planner: Matthew Aselage, 530621-5977) (Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared) Tentative Parcel Map P20-0002/ Sand Ridge submitted by JACQUE ROBINSON request to divide a tenacre property into two parcels of fiveacres each. The property, identified by Assessor’s Parcel Number 046410-014, consisting of 10 acres, is located on the south side of Sand Ridge Road, approximately twomiles west of the intersection with Bucks Bar Road, in the Somerset area, Supervisorial District 2. (County Planner: Matthew Aselage, 530621-5977) (Negative Declaration prepared) Staff Reports are available two weeks prior at https://edcgov. us/Government/planning/Pages/ zoning_administrator.aspx All persons interested are invited to write their comments to the Zoning Administrator in advance of the hearing. In light of COVID-19, all persons may be required to observe and participate in the hearing remotely as in-person attendance may be restricted depending on the current COVID-19 recommendations as the hearing date approaches. For the current remote options, including whether in-person attendance is allowed or a potential change in hearing location if in-person attendance resumes, please check the meeting Agenda no less than 72 hours before the meeting, which will be posted on line at https:// edcgov.us/Government/planning/ Pages/zoning_administrator.aspx. If you challenge the application in court, you may be limited to raising only those items you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Zoning Administrator at, or prior to, the public hearing. Any written correspondence should be directed to the County of El Dorado Planning and Building Department, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 or via e-mail: planning@edcgov.us. To ensure delivery prior to the hearing, written information from the public is encouraged to be submitted to Planning Services by Friday the week prior to the meeting. Planning Services cannot guarantee that any FAX or mail received the day of the meeting will be delivered to the Zoning Administrator prior to any action. COUNTY OF EL DORADO ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TIFFANY SCHMID, Planning and Building Department Director March 31, 2021 3/31 8830

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Local school board, community members recognized Dina Gentry El Dorado County Office of Education The El Dorado County School Boards Association honored school board and community members for their 2020 contributions to public education in El Dorado County. Awards were presented via Zoom and the ceremony included videos of musical performances from Latrobe School District, Gold Trail Union School District, Lake Tahoe Unified School District and Buckeye Union School District. “It was an amazing opportunity to recognize these courageous individuals for their hard work throughout this past year,” said Dr. Ed Manansala, El Dorado County Superintendent of Schools. “I commend our school boards and community leaders for exemplifying an unwavering commitment to do what is best for our students and educators amid a time of great uncertainty.”

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School board and community members received awards for their dedication to El Dorado County Schools during a virtual event hosted by the El Dorado County California School Boards Association.

Awards Outstanding Community Member: El Dorado County Public Health Officer Dr. Nancy Williams for her steadfast commitment to schools. She has been a critical partner during the pandemic and is a strong advocate for El Dorado County schools at the regional and state levels. Outstanding Community Organization: Boys and Girls Club El Dorado Western Slope for its notable contribution to education of valuable resources, time and financial support; effective collaboration with education and community leaders; development of innovative solutions to complex challenges facing public education; and broad support and active involvement in the community. Educational Statesmanship: Trustee Gene Bist Sr., Mother Lode Union School District, is an advocate for public education in the community, enriching and improving the educational experience for all students.

Outstanding Community Members/Volunteers: CC Bensley, Gene Harris, Marilyn Hylton and Jana Vermette, Rescue Union School District, for their unwavering commitment to schools. They developed innovative programs, donated countless hours and have gone above and beyond to ensure our students grow beyond the classroom. Dolores Garcia Memorial Spirit of Boardsmanship Award: Trustee Kevin W. Brown, El Dorado Union High School District. This is the highest award a board member can receive and the pinnacle of awards for boardsmanship. These individuals demonstrate exemplary performance in leadership, service, community relations, and

advocacy, with current knowledge on educational trends and legislation. They provide community leadership on educational issues and advocate on behalf of students and public education, contributing to the success of all students through exceptional leadership. Lifetime Achievement: Trustee Joe Scroggins, Black Oak Mine Unified School District, and Trustee Kim Nida, Gold Oak Union School District. The Lifetime Achievement Award is given to outgoing or retiring board members to recognize their contributions during their career as a trustee. Trustees must have served at least eight years on a school district or county office board.

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Carole Burnley holds the proclamation celebrating the Placerville Shakespeare Club’s 100th anniversary as a corporation.

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The Placerville Shakespeare Club recently received recognition as a 100-yearold Corporation from the California Department of State. The club was originally certified as a corporation by Frank C. Jordan, California Secretary of State on March 22, 1921. The club was established May 2, 1897. Initially the ladies convened to read, study and discuss the works of Shakespeare. As time passed the club’s scope began to change. Its scholarly endeavors

included starting a free kindergarten for Placerville’s children, promoting the construction of two new schools and founding the first city library. In 1930 the club members completed their dream of building their own clubhouse. The Placerville Shakespeare Club still meets in its Bedford Avenue clubhouse and the members continue to fundraise, provide services to the community and scholarships to local students. For more information go to placerville-shakespeare.com.

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