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Funds, spirits raised for Caldor Fire survivors n Emergency resource center in

George Turnboo shared words of encouragement with approximately 500 Caldor Fire victims April 30 at the Food Bank of El Dorado County’s fire survivors support event. He told the crowd about the FEMA and Cal OES April 27 visit to Grizzly Flat.

the works; FEMA officials revisit Grizzly Flat Eric Jaramishian Staff writer It became apparent to Food Bank of El Dorado County staff April 30 they would have to postpone the groundbreaking for a county emergency resource center. Around 500 residents from Grizzly Flat attended a food bank event Saturday that aimed to support Caldor Fire survivors. It was an evening of food, live music and coming together

at the food bank’s Shingle Springs headquarters. The idea was to break ground on the emergency resource center after the event but distractions led all in attendance to focus on something more important — one another. “It was nice to see all of these people here — neighbors and friends, who I haven’t seen in a long time,” said 63-year-old Gina Greene, previously a 27-year Grizzly Flat resident. “The fire devastated everyone but the love and heart this community shows is what makes it great.” The Food Bank of El Dorado County raised $80,000 while the El Dorado Community Foundation matched that donation in full for a total of $160,000 donated to all victims of the n

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‘Unified’ for the win Photo by John Richard

Every seat is full in the El Dorado County Planning Commission hearing room as commissioners discuss the Central El Dorado Hills Specific Plan Thursday night.

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Commissioners hear 3 hours of public comment Sel Richard Staff writer Last week’s El Dorado County Planning Commission hearing on Parker Development’s proposal to build 1,000 homes along El Dorado Hills Boulevard drew a crowd of residents attending the standing room only meeting, as well as approximately 200 more listening in virtually. Ultimately, due to the volume of documentation and its recent availability, PLACE ADDRESS LABEL HERE

the commissioners unanimously voted to continue the hearing to June 9. “I was trying to gather the feeling of the community in terms of the 500 emails that I’ve gotten,” said District 2 Commissioner Kris Payne regarding the Central El Dorado Hills Specific Plan that requires a county General Plan amendment to allow zoning to be changed from recreational facilities-high intensity to medium and high density residential on the now defunct executive golf course at the El Dorado Hills Boulevard and Serrano Parkway intersection. Other project details include 11 acres set aside for civic-limited commercial use, a 15-acre village park alongside Highway 50, 190 total acres of open space/ parks, 1.5 miles of Class I bike and pedestrian trails and a new connection between El Dorado Hills Boulevard and Silva Valley Parkway via Country Club Drive. As only Commission Chair Jon Vegna was present for the project’s four previous hearings, the proceedings began as an informational overview for the public See Decision, page A2

Mountain Democrat photos by Thomas Frey

Sierra School first-grader Gavin Hayman, above, celebrates a basket as fourth-grade teammate Jeremiah Steward comes over to join the fun. Students from Buckeye, Gold Oak and host elementary school Sierra came together Friday for a series of Unified Sports basketball games in partnership with Special Olympics. Family and friends filled the seating area to cheer on the athletes and their buddies who had been practicing for more than a month. Gold Oak firstgrader Cassidy Klare, right, gives a high five to referee Joey Stein after she swished a jump shot. Stein is the certified adapted physical education specialist for the El Dorado County Office of Education.

Buckeye fourth-grader Sophia, left photo, gives a high five to Mateo after the kindergarten student sunk one of his several made baskets. Placerville Police Chief Joseph Wren, right photo, delivers the tip-off for fifth-graders Austin Villasenor of Gold Oak and Jaxson of Buckeye to open the Unified Sports basketball game. See more photos online at mtdemocrat.com.

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William (Will) Eugene Marden Jr. July 31, 1979 – April 28, 2022

Will, 43 of El Dorado, Calif. passed away April 28 in Placerville. He is preceded in death by his mother Marie Marden and grandmother’s Myrtle Shuster and Helen Marden. He is survived by his grandpa Bill Marden; dad Weazer Marden; stepdad Burt Marden; his children William Marden III, Evan Marden, Alanna Marden and his siblings Tina Patterson, Rodney Durrett, Candi Pike and Marlaina Marden, along with Christina Marden and numerous aunts uncles and cousins. Will lived all his life in El Dorado, Calif., he loved spending time with his family, fishing, gold panning, digging for crystals, hunting, however his true passion was spent on two wheels whether that be on his dirt bike or street bike. He also enjoyed visits to Hope Valley, Calif., and spending time on family’s property “The Home Place.” Will was very proud of his Native Miwok heritage and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Services will be handled by Green Valley Mortuary, 3004 Alexandrite Drive, Cameron Park with a viewing on May 5 from 3-5 p.m. and funeral services May 6 at noon. He will then be laid to rest next to his mom at the El Dorado Cemetery after funeral services with a celebration of life to immediately follow at the Lion’s Hall 4701 Missouri Flat Road where lunch will be served along with a no-host bar. Flowers can be sent in his name to Green Valley Mortuary, any donations to the family can be made at gofund.me/f4ffc62d and the family thanks everyone for their continued love and support and want all to know they are welcome to come celebrate Will’s life with them.

Scot Martin Hackbarth Goodale March 24, 1974 – April 10, 2022

Scot was born March 24, 1974 in Sacramento, Calif. and moved with his family in 1975 to Placerville. He passed away unexpectedly at home April 10 at the age of 48. Scot was a kind, fun, old soul with a gentle, dry sense of humor. He valued his relationships with family, friends and co-workers; always ready to defend them if the need arose. He was skilled at teaching his cousins how to drive the tractors correctly; then with speed as he would say, “Now punch it!” He was adventurous when snow skiing, riding his dirt bike or participating in motocross. An accomplished player of video games. He was an avid reader of many subjects with science fiction being his favorite. Scot volunteered for non profits and was always ready to help others. In his teenage years, he donated time to the Train Restoration Yards in Sacramento and Portola where Engine 4404 became his favorite. Subsequently, building his “O Gauge” train collection and becoming a World War II fighter plane enthusiast. As an adult he volunteered a couple years with the El Dorado County Search and Rescue Ground Team, honing his skills as a searcher. He also enjoyed many years helping the cooks at the SAR Crab Feeds. Scot believed in the good neighbor policy. When out on the community roads with his tractor he would help with minor road repairs, driveway aprons, unclog ditches and mow roadsides for fire safety. He was a member of District 36 Motocross Riders, participating in Hair-Scrambles, with many trophies and plaques to show for it. And he loved the friends with family weekend gatherings at Sand Mountain in Nevada. Scot graduated from El Dorado High School in 1992. Worked with M&W Engineering for threeyears, trained with ROP Teichert for one-year followed by 25-years with Doug Veerkamp General Engineering as a heavy equipment operator. Scot’s career came from his passion of tractors that began as a toddler with his Tonka tractors. He loved his big tractors!!! Scot was predeceased by his stepfather George Goodale; grandparents Dale and Rita Hackbarth and Richard and Barbara Lemming. He is survived by his mother Randi Hackbarth Goodale; father Bob Lemming; brother Keith Goodale; half-brother Kelsey Lemming and many aunts, uncles, a niece, nephews, cousins and friends. Celebration of life is June 18 at 4 p.m. at Fausel Ranch. In remembrance donations may be made to: Feather River Rail Society a non profit organization supporting the Western Pacific Railroad Museum in Portola, wplives.org/donate.html.

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We announce the peaceful passing of Jim Ginney Nov. 21, 2021. After a brief bout of cancer, he died peacefully in the comfort of his home with his wife and family by his side. His great talent, unending joy and generosity of spirit filled many people’s lives, especially in the arts community where he had a photography, printing and framing business for 36 years. His stories of travels throughout the West touched and inspired many hearts. One of his greatest gifts was his outstanding skill as an instructor of photography and Photoshop at Folsom Lake College/EDC (for 20 years) and many workshops in the wider west. His mentoring gifts and constant encouragement greatly helped his students develop their own vision. He had the rare gift of making it seem simple, easy and fun. Also, many of his students went on to develop professional careers in the arts. His exquisite photographs traveled in an embassy show which featured western artists. The show traveled worldwide. He was in many local galleries and his talent is treasured by many. He was much loved in the community for his gentle soul and many kindnesses; it gave him great joy to help anyone who was lucky enough to cross his path. His beloved wife Kolsoum, survives him as do his sons Matthew Ginney and Noah Brown; four grandchildren and three brothers.

Mona Green

July 4, 1937 – May 1, 2022

Mona Green was born in South Dakota in 1937. She was a long time resident of Diamond Springs, after moving here about 1953. She married Erwin Green of Diamond Springs in 1954. She worked in the lumber industry. In recent years, Leonard Chapdelaine was her constant companion. She leaves a son, Glenn Green of Carson City, a daughter Erin Bartlett of Diamond Springs, six grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, three surviving brothers and one surviving sister. Any donations can be made to Snowline Hospice. There will be an informal gathering during the day on Saturday, May 7 at her home at 4285 Fowler Lane, Diamond Springs. Interment will be private.

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and the remaining commissioners. County staff and Parker Development’s Director of Government Relations Kirk Bone presented the project, which spans two areas, Pedregal and Serrano Westside (the parcel that contains the golf course). County Counsel Dave Livingston highlighted various terms of the development agreement such as a $4,174 per unit community benefit fee, $500 per unit contribution to the county’s affordable housing trust fund, advance construction of Country Club Drive extension valued at $4 million, $500,000 toward a pedestrian overcrossing, 16.3 acres of dedicated parkland, 100 units of deed-restricted workforce housing at 80% and 100% of area median income, transportation system funding and a neutral fiscal impact to the county. “We are consistent with 121 General Plan land use policies,” Bone pointed out. “The only policy that we are working on now is the land use policy.” He went on to present a short golf course option just south of the fire station after assuring that substantial resources were expended trying, and failing, to make the original golf course feasible. “What we have committed to do in the development agreement is give the (El Dorado Hills Community Services District) a year to figure out if they want to pursue this kind of facility on the north end of the project or a driving range on the south end of the project or any combination thereof,” he said, warning that an amendment to the plan would prolong the process, if not restart it. “With our existing zoning and our CEQA document, we have no desire to go back to the beginning again.” Commissioners conferred briefly on zoningconsistent land use and traffic but quickly opened the hearing to public comment. For nearly three hours residents lined up to speak with topics ranging from open space correlations with lower crime rates to density concerns, zoning consistency, asbestos poisoning, traffic, water, school overcrowding and suspicions of collusion between county staff and developers. Several EDHCSD representatives spoke against the project, including board member Heidi Hannaman. “The EDHCSD has not been part of the formal development agreement negotiations team and that just simply is not acceptable as the only government agency in El Dorado Hills,” she said. “If the CSD could just be at the table, I’m confident a good plan could be devised for our community.” She also echoed the sentiments of many who spoke on the lack of adequate time to allow for public consideration. “The draft DA was just released, thousands of pages to review,” Hannanman noted, asking for a delay. “I’m imploring you to hold your next meeting in El Dorado Hills, in the evening so our residents’ voices can be heard. This is our town. Please do not ignore the desires of our residents.” The 2007 feasibility study on the golf course was mentioned by CSD General Manager Kevin Loewen. “We’re so far removed from that. The world of golf and the world as we know it has changed. That has no bearing on where we are,” he said, and called Parker Development’s negotiations with the CSD “bogus.” The prevailing attitudes of the public were eloquently expressed by EDH Area Planning Advisory Committee Chair John Davey, representing multiple volunteers who have invested hundreds of hours reviewing the project. “With concerns we had about General Plan inconsistencies, land use issues, environmental impacts, traffic circulation and recreational space impact, they all resulted in a cumulative negative impact for the community in El Dorado Hills,” he said. “The benefits are one-sided with massive amounts of dollars intended for the benefit of the county and for the applicant while the many significant negative impacts and the injuries from the project will be borne just by the actual El Dorado Hills community alone.” The day’s sole proponent for the project advocated for landowner rights. “Parker Development owns this land,” said resident Jennifer Yoder. “They can do what they want with it … It’s an eyesore right now. Why not allow the developer to do what he’s done with Serrano and create another beautiful village as you enter El Dorado County?” Resident Matt Gugin begged to differ. “Parker knew that this was recreation open space but they think that all of their political contributions to the Chamber of Commerce just buys the votes they need to get this pushed through,” he said. “We elect our people to represent us. Our representatives are failing us if they don’t listen to the people that live here and have to deal with the impacts that these developers do.” “I feel like this is all a dog and pony show today. Political theater is what we call it,” exclaimed frustrated resident Tracy Doyle. “You represent us. You are public servants. 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Mountain Democrat staff A car reported stolen out of Placerville was found in the South Fork of the American River downstream of the Mosquito Bridge Monday morning. A California Highway Patrol helicopter lowered emergency personnel down to the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu as firefighters and a dive team readied to rescue any occupants of the nearly submerged sedan — but they found only an empty vehicle. CHP investigators say they think the Malibu was unoccupied when it entered the river. Evidence at the scene indicated the Malibu may have traveled down into the river canyon from the southwest side of the Mosquito Bridge. Responding to the incident just north of Placerville at about 9 a.m. were crews from El Dorado County and Diamond Springs-El Dorado fire protection districts, who set up rope rescue systems as a contingency, the El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Dive Rescue Team and CHP’s H-20 aerial unit. CHP officers on scene reported no observations of oil or Photo courtesy of El Dorado County Fire Protection District fuel spilling into the waterway. CHP’s H-20 lowers a firefighter down to a vehicle Anyone with information that could aid in the CHP’s found in the swift waters of the South Fork of the investigation is asked to call (916) 861-1300 or (530) 748American River Monday. 2450.

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Former Grizzly Flat resident Gina Greene, left photo, receives a sugar pine seedling from South Lake Tahoe resident Babette Mullen, who has been distributing donated tree seedlings to plant in the Caldor Fire burn scar. Grizzly Flat residents came together to enjoy an evening of food and live music, right photo.

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Caldor Fire at the event. Those who were not in attendance can still pick up their donation through the foundation, said food bank Executive Director Mike Sproull. “We just want to help (Caldor Fire survivors) since they lost everything and we are not going to let them be alone,” Sproull said. “(The food bank has) all the infrastructure and resources so we’re a perfect fit. We’re just gonna help people.” The emergency resource center will be located just across the street from the food bank and will house resources in case of another countywide disaster, according to Sproull. The approximately 2-acre site was acquired by the food bank in 2012. “We’ll have everything from water tanks to extension cords and cots,” Sproull said. “The fire victims needed different things and we are going to house items that, from what we learned from the Caldor Fire, people will need in an emergency that we weren’t prepared for previously.” Kim McPherson, administrator for the food bank, said the resource center will also have a full kitchen and an area to shelter people. “It will be what the community needs to have these resources available right here,” McPherson said. “We got everything approved and now it is just a matter of getting it going.” McPherson predicted about a year of construction and resource gathering before the center is operational. Susan Taylor, 69, whose family

has owned a now-burned, 500acre timber ranch since 1910, complimented the efforts of the food bank to help Caldor Fire victims. “This is going to help my family,” Taylor said. “It was wonderful to see all the people who I lost in the fire, many who had to leave and move or have nowhere to live.” Many businesses and nonprofits showed up in support of the survivors. Babette Mullen, a South Lake Tahoe resident, handed out tree seedlings to Grizzly Flat residents. Mullen, who is retired and an avid gardener, has been distributing the se edlings she received from the U.S. Forest Service to community members to plant in the areas burned by the Caldor Fire. “I am honored to be able to help as many fire victims as possible,” Mullen said. Kicking off the Caldor Fire survivor event were speeches from local pastors and elected officials District 2 Supervisor George Turnboo, Assemblyman Kevin Kiley, Congressman Tom McClintock and El Dorado County Sheriff John D’Agostini. “This fire was horrific,” Turnboo said. “These last two fires that we had in the county, the King Fire and the Caldor Fire, absolutely destroyed about 60%-70% of our national forest and it devastated a community in Grizzly Flat.” Turnboo praised the work of D’Agostini, local churches and the food bank for their response to the Caldor Fire disaster. “It really has been a great thing

to see everybody come together as one,” Turnboo said. Turnboo, who has been on the forefront of the fight to get the county individual assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency after its denial, told event attendees he met with approximately 60 representatives from both FEMA and the California Office of Emergency Services who were in Grizzly Flat last week assessing the devastation of the fire firsthand. “I spoke. I touched their hearts and they said they were going to do whatever they could to try and help you,” Turnboo said. “It touched my heart to see all these people come together to see the devastation from what happened in Grizzly Flat. I wasn’t expecting it.” Turnboo went on to criticize the federal “let it burn” policy regarding wildfires that in recent years are growing bigger and more destructive. “It has got to go away,” Turnboo said. “We need good forest management and we need to bring logging back to our county.” The crowd applauded Turnboo’s words. “I think it is a great thing that all those local politicians came to speak to us and to support us,” said Somerset Post Office employee Jon Buck. “I just hope everything they are promising will come to pass. This community does need help.” The food bank will announce a new date for the emergency resource center’s groundbreaking.

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NEW PROPOSED ROUNDABOUT Further study of the unintended consequences of the newly proposed roundabout at Hiway 50 and Pioneer Trail, and the effect this will have on our side streets. CROSSWALK IN MEYERS Better lighting and signage to make it safer to cross highway 50. VISITORS CENTER IN MEYERS Reopen the visitors center and make it functional. CURRENT ROUNDABOUT IN MEYERS Work with Caltrans to improve the roundabout with a dedicated right turn lane from Highway 89. We also need clear and concise signage.

MEYERS COMMUNITY PLAN Revitalize the Meyers Community Plan. Encourage local involvement and have regular meetings. GPS APPS We will find a permanent and preventive solution to the use of our streets being used as shortcuts without punishing our residents and guests. Meyers and Pollock Pines. COUNTY SERVICES Ensure we have the proper funding, equipment and employees to maintain all our services. Improve the quality of the services that the County provides to all of District V. Provide employees with adequate compensation to retain quality employees.

VHR’s We must have a clear and concise set of rules and regulations governing VHR’s. We must give Law Enforcement the tools, support and authority to enforce the law. ADU ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS Ensure the new rules and regulations for ADU’s are not abused. CITY OF SOUTH LAKE TAHOE We are one community. We will work with the City and not against it. POLLOCK PINES Work closely with our community leaders. We will have regular meetings and resolve any issues they may have. We must have open communication with the residents that live in Pollock Pines coming together and solving local issues.

TO EVERY RESIDENT OF DISTRICT V I live here. I work here. I play here. You know me and you know that I will listen to you. You know I will hear what you have to say. I will always have an open communication with every resident. City Of South Lake Tahoe, Meyers, Kyburz, Pollock Pines, Strawberry, Tahoma and Echo Summit, I am asking for your vote of confidence, trust and accountability in seeking the position of Supervisor District V in El Dorado County.

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El Dorado County’s Stay & Play Shuttle Planning an event? Inviting out of town guests? Looking for lodging? The El Dorado Stay & Play Shuttle program was designed with you in mind! The program provides funding for transportation from one or more El Dorado County lodging to regional wedding and event venues. The level of funding is based upon the number of rooms nights booked. 20 room nights = $500.00 contribution to shuttle cost 30 room nights = $750.00 contribution to shuttle cost 40 room nights = $1000.00 max contribution to shuttle cost

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MAY CALENDAR Gold Bug Park & Mine Weekends. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Adults $10, Children 6-17 $6, 5 and under is free! www.goldbugpark.org Smith Flat House “Pickin on the Patio” Weekly on Thursdays. Thursday night’s music in the courtyard from 6 – 8pm!! Come join us on our patio! Dinner reservations highly recommended. www.smithflathouse.com/events. Bad Apples: Skateboarding and the Misfit Culture of EDC Arts and Culture El Dorado has teamed up with Motherlode Board Supply Co. and artist Nate Reifke to create a visual homage to skateboard culture and take a look at its place in El Dorado County’s love of adventure. Learn More https://artsandcultureeldorado.org/bad-apples/ Bad Apples: Skateboarding and the Misfit Culture of EDC Weekly Thursday – Sunday ends May 15, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. From fashion, to street art, to the Olympic Games – skateboarding is a fixture in pop culture worldwide. Confidence Firehouse Gallery, 487 Main Street, Placerville. https://artsandcultureeldorado.org/ bad-apples/. May 6 Volunteer Open House with American River Conservancy 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Learn about this passionate community and how to make a positive impact through volunteering with ARC. Learn more https://app.donorview.com/ZKq4W May 6 & 20 Line Dance Lessons at Smith Flat House 6 – 9 p.m. Every first and third Fridays. Food and drinks available. $10 cover at the door. Dance instructor Sara Shindler. www.smithflathouse.com/events/line-dancing-4. May 7 Country Dance 5 – 9 p.m. Veterans Memorial Hall, 130 Placerville Dr. $10 Entry fee which includes lesson. Proceeds benefit veterans. May 7 Wakamatsu Open Farm Day — Japanese Culture Children’s Day 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Japanese cultural activities will be offered to children of all ages. Check our web page for more details! www. arconservancy.org/event/wakamatsu-open-farm-day-6/ May 7 Create Your Own Cuvee – Blend Your Own Bottle 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Dive deep into the process of making wine with the owners of Conduit wine, a new natural winery and vineyard, located in the Sierra Foothills / Fair Play wine growing region. www.eventbrite.com/e/create-your-own-cuvee-blend-your-own-bottle-tickets-237670377497 May 7 – 8 El Dorado Hills Art, Beer & Wine Festival 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. This annual tradition features the best 80+ artists from both near and far, displaying their fine art along Town Center Boulevard. Learn more www.eldoradohillsartfestival.org May 7 – 8 Mother’s Day Mimosas at Mediterranean Vineyards Spoil Mom at Medi with our Mother’s Day Mimosa Flights! Savor the freshest selection of Mimosas, made in house. $20 per person for wine club members. $25 per person for not yet club members. Fees not charged until your visit. www.medivineyards.com/Events May 8 Mother’s Day Lunch at Sierra Vista Winery 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. We will have Mother’s Day wine specials all

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May 8 Mother’s Day Luncheon at Myka Cellars 11 a.m. – 3p.m. Fantastic craft wines and lunch fit for a queen made by Chef Lisa Scott. www.mykaestates.com

May 19 Spring Fling Fashion Show 6 p.m.– 7 p.m. Join us for an evening of food, fashion, and fun, featuring clothing from many local shops, for the benefit of our non-profit, helping men and women get a chance at a successful life after incarceration. $35 includes entry, finger foods & dessert. INCLUDES ENTRY, FINGER FOODS & DESSERT. Tickets: www.bit.ly/nbfs2022

May 8 Mimosas & Massage Crystal Basin Cellars can help create a most pleasant day for our Dear ol’ Mom and the rest of her family. Our Camino location is hosting 15-minute massages (RSVP required) and our fabulous Bubbly and a broad sampling of juices to have a Mimosa Flight. RSVP at rsvp@crystalbasin.com

May 20 History of Native American Tribes in Our Region 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Diamond Springs Lion’s Hall, 4701 Missouri Flat Road. Admission free for members; public invited to attend 2 meetings/year free. The Sierra Renaissance Society of El Dorado County is dedicated to life-long learning and hosts presentations and workshops throughout the year. http://srsedc.org/

May 12-14 Giant Spring Rummage Sale 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Placerville Shakespeare Club, 2940 Bedford Ave., Placerville. Featuring a large selection of jewelry, lots of clothing, housewares, decorative items, as well as a wide variety of garage items, books, dolls, toys and many other treasures. Additionally, Saturday’s sale will include a large selection of plants on sale from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Call Joyce at 530- 622-8351 for information. Bring your own shopping bags. www.placerville-Shakespeare.com

May 20 Food, Wine & Live Music by Listen Hear Band 5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Big Bertha Food Truck 4 – 7 p.m. Wine by the glass or bottle for purchase. No outside food or alcohol allowed. Early Bird Reservations until Wed. 18th. Club $5/Public $10. Tickets after Wed. 18th & at the Door Club $10/Public $15. RSVP 530-622-7221. www.sierravistawinery.com/shop/wine-tasting/ listenhear/

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May 13 Placerville Ducks Unlimited Chapter 45th Anniversary Dinner 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Help celebrate 45 years of waterfowl conservation efforts by attending our annual banquet. Ticket pricing and options are available on the web site. https://ducksunlimited.myeventscenter.com/event/Placerville-Ducks-Unlimited-Annual-Banquet53610#:~:text=Placerville%20Ducks%20U May 14 Gold Country 5K Premier running event managed by GCR+S Events and featuring a flat and fast two loop course in Town Center making it a great event for participants and spectators alike! Learn more https:// raceroster.com/events/2022/58121/2022-gold-country-5k-andkids-run?fbclid=IwAR3yz_eoJNlzQQQKxY3i8HOMRMRw2X9_ E8HLJhAixIXB May 14 18th Annual Honor Our Troops All American Breakfast Fund Raiser 7 a.m. – 11 a.m. Placerville Veteran’s Memorial Hall, 130 Placerville Drive, Placerville (next to the Fair Grounds). Raffle Prizes and a complete meal including eggs, toast, sausage, ham, hash browns, pancakes, biscuits & gravy, juice, milk & coffee! $10 at the door. Learn more at http://www.honorourtroops.us/ May 14 Pregnancy Counseling Services FIRST “Walk for Life” 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Help support our services in the Placerville community. After we return from the Walk we will have carnival games, fellowship and a “Bring your own Picnic” lunch. Drinks will be provided. www.pregnancycounselingservices.org/supporters/events May 14 Sierra Vista Winery Food, Wine & Live Music 4:30 p.m.– 8 p.m. North Forty Band will be playing. About the band: www.facebook.com/northfortycountry. Ranch Girl BBQ Food Truck will be here from 3 – 6 p.m. As always we will have wine by the glass or bottle for purchase. No outside food or alcohol allowed. Early Bird Reservations until Wed. 11th. Club $5/Gen Public $10. Tickets after Wed. 11th & at the Gate $10 /Gen Public $15. RSVP 530-622-7221. www.sierravistawinery.com

May 20 Dine in the Vines 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. When you arrive, you are greeted and handed a glass of our sparkling wine to enjoy while you take a few moments to relax and get acquainted with the other guests. Learn more and reserve your seat at www.element79vineyards.com/product/DineIn-The-Vines-2022 May 21 – 22 Hangtown Wild West & Steampunk Festival Marketplace, Exhibits, Food & Drink, Entertainment. When you’re done shopping, listen to a story from one of our many enthusiastic stewards of history. Hear their tall tales, heroic deeds, and perhaps gain their trust to learn their secrets of where they stashed their golden fortunes. El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive. Tickets www.hangtownwildwestfest.com/store-2 May 21 Wakamatsu Open Farm Day— Animals of Wakamatsu 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Join us for a special day, focused on the animals of Wakamatsu Farm. Enjoy a self-guided walking tour of Wakamatsu Farm, the site of the first Japanese colony in America. Learn more at www.arconservancy.org/event/wakamatsu-openfarm-day-7 May 21 Third Saturday Art Walk 4 – 8 p.m. Historic Downtown Placerville. Galleries and merchants stay open late and often have special events like live music, guest artists, food and beverage specials, and artists’ demonstrations. www.facebook.com/PlacervilleArtWalk. May 25 Boots, Bandanas and Boas 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. The latest spring and summer fashions will be modeled, exhibiting apparel from Chico’s Outlet, Matty and Coco’s, Tilted Crown Boutique and Full of Chic Boutique, and will include shoe apparel from Sole Desire Shoes. $30 tickets. Please call Dolores at 916-802-0186 for reservations and information. www. placerville-Shakespeare.com May 27 Latin Dance Lessons at Smith Flat House 6 – 9 p.m. Class starts at 6pm, bring a partner. $10 entrance fee. Learn more at www.smithflathouse.com/events/latin-dance-lessons For more information on these and other events, visit www.visiteldorado.com Event date, time, cost or locations are subject to change. Prior to attending an event please confirm the information.

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Richard B. Esposito Publisher

Noel Stack Managing Editor

Krysten Kellum Editor

California Matters

Healthcare report – More questions than answers

hen he was running for governor in 2018 Gavin Newsom enthusiastically called for a “singlepayer” healthcare system that would cover all Californians with little or no out-of-pocket expense. Dan Walters As Newsom was campaigning, the state Senate passed a single-payer bill and Newsom endorsed it, saying there was “no reason to wait around.” “I’m tired of politicians saying they support single-payer but that it’s too soon, too expensive or someone else’s problem,” Newsom said, drawing praise from the California Nurses Association, the measure’s chief sponsor. The legislation lacked a financing system and stalled in the Assembly. Newsom’s election elated single-payer advocates, but he did not make a push for it, opting for a commission to study how it could be realized. When another single-payer bill passed the Senate, he made no effort to win Assembly approval and it, too, died without a floor vote this year. Newsom’s Healthy California for All Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Commission recently delivered its report, commission on endorsing — in remaking California’s concept — “unified healthcare system financing” that would pay for universal just provided options healthcare coverage, rather than a clear but stopping well pathway to change. short of a specific proposal. “A system of unified financing is uniquely positioned to transform care delivery and to shift the power that lies in health and health care to benefit those who have too often been overlooked,” commission Chairman Mark Ghaly, Newsom’s top health care official, wrote in a cover letter. The report declared that by folding in money now spent on health care by federal, state and local governments in California and imposing some taxes, such a system could slow the growth in costs, now pegged at $517 billion a year, while extending coverage to everyone and saving lives. It’s evident that commission members often disagreed on specifics, which led to a report with a list of potential options rather than a clear pathway to a comprehensive system. Thus, it left more questions than answers. How would California persuade the feds to go along? What kind of taxes would be raised and who would pay them? What services would be included?

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Letters to the Editor Pay attention EDITOR: lease, please, please pay attention. If you voted yes for Proposition 47, you were duped. It was named “Safe neighborhoods and Schools Act.” Who doesn’t want that, right? Well, it may surprise you that the words “school” or “children” do not appear once in the bill summary. What was in it was broad reductions in felony convictions. What was the result? A blast of 200,000 applications for resentencing of convicted criminals. What was the result of that? Well, it might just be the exponential increase in crime in our state. Another glittering, unrelated gem of stupidity in our state allows criminals who steal less than $900 worth of merchandise at a pop to go untried. That has to help our already stressed businesses. I understand that there are games being played with voters. An example is allowing propositions to be mislabeled, just like Props. 47, 57 and 109. Never mind that they are submitted to review for accuracy before being placed on the ballot. Shame on us. If you aren’t going to read propositions or, even better, do some research, don’t vote for them. Please. EILEEN DEAN Placerville

Bottle deposits EDITOR: ’d like to thank Donald Uelmen for his letter on the nonexistent recycling centers in El Dorado County. I finally put my large collection of bottles into my trash bin this week. My question is this: Who keeps our recycling “deposits?” The program was designed to encourage buyers to return bottles for a refund of their deposit. Who keeps our money? The supermarket ... or does it go as an undeclared tax to the state? Doesn’t El Dorado County have a duty to ensure responsible recycling? CAROL LEE Diamond Springs

W.C. Fields would be proud EDITOR:

hat we have here is a conundrum worthy of a melodramatic comedy. On the front page of the Mountain Democrat April

22 is a story about a former county employee who hit a big payday for quitting his job. He will receive $165,000 severance pay for nine months just for quitting and an additional $90,000 for leave balances resulting in a final paycheck of $255,000. Really? He must have loved his job so much that he accrued a lot of vacation leave in three years. Don’t you just wish you could have a job where you could walk away anytime and receive a big payday windfall? When asked about this at the El Dorado County Taxpayers Association meeting, it was just shrugged off with a whimsical attitude. According to the article, the Health and Human Services director’s compensation was about $220,000. He received $165,000 for nine months instead of the typical six months severance. According to other county officials, at his pay scale his severance pay should have been $110,000 for a salary of $220,000. This is where I agree with this county official who said, “This decision is not good for the county’s taxpayers or for the morale of the dedicated employees of our county,” per article in the Mountain Democrat. Now comes the choice of words. Did he resign or was he terminated? The difference? Per this same article, according to the county salary and benefits resolution for unrepresented employees adopted Feb. 4, 2020: If the county terminates any department heads, they are entitled to six months (received nine months base salary) if employed for at least one year. Continuing in the same resolution, it states that department heads are not entitled to severance pay if they resign. So, did he resign or was he terminated? My last questions are: Why is this necessary in the first place? Why are appointed department allowed to have a safety net like this? Lastly, why is there no accountability? This money could have been used to fix our roads that are returning to the Gold Rush era. At least the county is trying to keep this part of our history intact. We are heading into a really tough economic time and we have to make every dollar count. We cannot afford to continue with free financial safety nets like this and our county needs are not met. Be safe and prepared. BRIAN DeBERRY Placerville

Guest Column

Tackling homelessness head on in El Dorado County

e all know that homelessness is a complex issue where there will never be a perfect solution. However, that should not stop us from tackling it head on. April 19 was a line of demarcation for El Dorado County Wendy and we were at a decision point. It was time for the Board of Supervisors to either abandon strategies to deal with homelessness on the West Slope and continue to have unmanaged homeless encampments and the fire danger associated with them or move boldly forward on homeless solutions, being willing to pivot if necessary. On April 19, the board chose to act. In the Mountain Democrat it was noted that all proposed locations for shelter solutions were in Placerville. While that might be true in terms of community region, it is important to note that Perks Court (owned by El Dorado County) is outside the city

limits of Placerville. It is also important to recognize that Placerville has long borne the burden on homelessness on the West Slope, especially Upper Broadway. Encampments are visible. Precious city resources are expended annually Thomas on clean-ups and our unhoused neighbors continue to languish in sites not fit for human habitation. Additionally, the Placerville City Council and community have long been concerned with the danger associated with homeless campfires and have impressed upon the county the need to stand up solutions to address this imminent threat, which is especially concerning in years of drought. Recognizing that time is of the essence if we want to address fire danger this year, two motels on Upper Broadway were suggested by county staff for both a short-term and longterm solution in addition to exploring

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short-term solutions at Briw Road and Perks Court. A longer-term navigation center was brought to the board on April 19 for consideration at Perks Court and 471 Pierroz Road. As the District 3 supervisor, I fully recognize that Broadway and Placerville have long been impacted by homelessness and that there are some important improvements and opportunities for economic development in that area which are sorely needed. While Placerville should not bear the brunt of homelessness for the West Slope, I also recognize that if we do not act boldly we will continue to have what we have, which is not acceptable. Data shows that professionally run navigation centers with wraparound services have a positive effect on the surrounding community and, with an emergency shelter component, Placerville will be able to enforce its no-camping ordinance, cleaning up the hillsides and mitigating the risk of illegal campfires. On April 19, I significantly changed staff ’s recommendations and made a motion that took the Broadway

motels off the list for consideration for a long-term navigation center, recognizing the cost that Broadway has already paid. We then directed staff to pursue two short-term project sites, 1970/1940 Broadway for a non-congregate site (which could be done very quickly) and Perks Court (which is outside the city limits) for a congregate shelter, both of which could be developed in time to address fire danger. My motion also prioritized the placement of homeless individuals from Placerville encampments and it secured additional resources for the Placerville Police Department if a short-term project at 1970/1940 Broadway was selected. The motion then directed staff to work with the Upper Room and the city to explore moving the Upper Room to one of the short-term sites. Finally, we directed staff to pursue Perks Court as a longer-term navigation center as well as work with the city of Placerville to explore the feasibility of 471 Pierroz Road as an alternate site. The motion passed 4-1 and I remain grateful to

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How about co-pays? How would care be structured? The two biggest sticking points are persuading the federal government to give California tens of billions of dollars now spent on Medicare, Medi-Cal, Obamacare and other federally financed programs and raising at least $200 billion in new taxes. Federal compliance would probably take congressional action, exposing California to its many critics in Congress. The two recent singlepayer bills in California died because legislators were unwilling to take the heat for increasing taxes. It’s fair to say Newsom and the Legislature are left pretty much where they had been prior to the commission’s creation — having to make many specific and difficult decisions if they want to pursue the cause. By happenstance, the commission issued its report just as the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research published another take on health care in California, concluding that even were a single-payer system

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to become reality, it would not be enough to make California a healthier state. Its report calls for defining “health” in a much broader sense than access to medical care, suggesting that “health and wellness include an understanding of the social determinants of health and are scaled for the whole state population (and) health is highly integrated with social needs such as housing or education …” The UCLA report implicitly proposes that policymakers should not only create a universal healthcare system but undertake a complete socioeconomic makeover for California that would eliminate disparities and inequalities. It is, however, just as vague as the healthcare commission’s report on how these miraculous goals would be realized. 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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my colleagues on the Board of Supervisors for their Placerville most effectively address the encampment support. issues. On Tuesday, April 26, the Placerville City No doubt, this will be a fluid issue and our staff Council had the opportunity to debate and is already hard at work assessing the feasibility discuss the county’s direction. Overwhelmingly, of sites and lining up providers. I look forward to the council supported Perks Court, outside the working collaboratively between the county and city city limits, for both a short-term and a long-term to develop the most appropriate solutions for our navigation project. While I certainly understand entire community which includes our residents, our their perspective and appreciated their robust businesses and our unhoused neighbors. deliberation, there may be benefits to having a Wendy Thomas is the District 3 El Dorado County The New York Times Syndication Sales Corporation short-term project inside the city 620 limits to help supervisor. Eighth Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10018 For Information Call: 1-800-972-3550 For Release Wednesday, May 4, 2022

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Do your feet or hands tingle, feel numb, or hurt. The Placerville Neuropathy Support Group meets the 2nd Wed. of each month, 1 PM, Senior Center, 937 Spring St. Except: July, Aug. & Dec. Jan., Feb., March telephone meeting. Call Bev (877)6226298 for instructions. Placerville Senior Softball Club. Welcomes all men and women ball players, slow pitch, 55 and older. Season is April through Sept. Contact Dean Panell simplefolk1028@yahoo.com (530) 620-4755, or Kelly Heavin sfd5r5ter@aol.com (530) 919-0386 POLLOCK PINES-CAMINO ROTARY CLUB is seeking people interes ted in community service and interested in exploring a Rotary club of friendships, reasonable dues and endless satisfaction. Please call 530305-0872 for information regarding Rotary and an upcoming meeting. Senior PEER COUNSELING of El Dorado County is seeking volunteer counselors. Do you possess such qualities as warmth, empathy and non-judgement, as well as having varied life experiences, and being over the age of 55? If you do and would like to help and listen to fellow seniors who are dealing with age related issues such as loneliness, isolation, health and grief, we would love to talk to you. Counselors receive training and are supervised by a professional in the field. SPC Clinical Supervisor Jayann Askin, MFT, shares “We are looking for volunteers who are interested in psychology, counseling, and mental health and would like to be a part of a supportive group of ongoing learners in this field.” For more information on this greatly rewarding volunteer opportunity, please call 530621-6304 Senior PEER COUNSELING Seniors 55 and over who are grieving, depressed or having issues related to aging can meet one-on-one with a caring senior, professionally supervised and trained to listen and encourage. Call (530)621-6304 to leave a message and get started. Soroptimist International of Placerville wants to meet you! Are you looking to impact your community, make new friends with dynamic women, and feel good about your efforts? Our mission is to improve the lives of women and children. Explore the joy of being a member of a Club that makes a significant difference in many lives. Contact us at (530) 344-1476 or sipplacerille@soroptimist. net or visit https:/ / siplacerville.org/. (Meetings can be attended in person or via Zoom, until COVID19 distancing is no longer required.) TOPS Club, Inc. meets Tuesday 9:00–11:00 am, Veterans Hall (downstairs) 130 Placerville Dr. For more information call Bonnie (530) 409-2399 Helping millions take off pounds sensibly since 1948. UPPER ROOM DINING HALL located at 1868 Broadway, Placerville. Feeding the hungry 365 days a year. Food served from 4 to 5:30PM daily. Hall opens at 2 pm, open all holidays. Avail for families, seniors, veterans, and any who need a meal. Help us Feed the Hungry. Volunteers and monetary contributions always welcome P.O. Box 484, Placerville CA 95667 or (530)497-5146. VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 2680 Looking for new members. First years dues paid by the Post. Meeting is the 2nd Friday of each month at 6:30 pm. Call Primo at (530) 626-5753 WOMEN VOTERS League of Women Voters of El Dorado County voter education. For information go to lwveldorado.org or (530) 672-3141.

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KNOW Stellar students The following local people recently were initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi: Kerri Viekko of Shingle Springs and Lauren Prather of Cameron Park — both at California State University, Sacramento.

Now The Stage at Burke Junction presents “All My Sons” through May 15 at the theater, 3300 Coach Lane, Suite E1, Cameron Park. For tickets and more information visit stageatburke.com. Sutter Street Theatre presents “The Play That Goes Wrong” through May 29, at the theater 717 Sutter St. in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit sutterstreettheatre.com. The El Dorado High School Class of 1977 45th class reunion will be held May 20-21. For more information contact Ramona Jennison Sharpe at ramona@sharpecolor.com or (916) 693-0896. The Widowed Persons Club provides a support group for widowed men and women of all ages, as well as a range of social activities through which they have an opportunity to make new friends and find a new direction in their lives. General meeting luncheons for members and guests are held on the fourth Friday of each month at 11:30 a.m. A social hour precedes the meeting. The meetings are at Cold Springs Country Club in Placerville and the cost is $16. Reservations required. Regular breakfasts are set Tuesdays at 9 a.m. at Golden Waffle Café in Placerville, Wednesdays at 9 a.m. at Beef & Brew in Diamond Springs and Wednesdays at 9 a.m. at Denny’s in Cameron Park. For those interested in joining or to make reservations contact Glenda at (530) 295-8374 or Nancy at (530) 6228276.

May 4 Vitalant will host a Shingle Springs community blood drive, 1:30-5:30 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 3821 Quest Court (off Durock Road), Shingle Springs. Donors are encouraged to make an appointment at donors. vitalant.org and use blood drive code SMFM551 or call Vitalant at (877) 258-4825 and mention the same blood drive code. Walk-ins will be accommodated if space allows.

May 5 Women’s Fund El Dorado hosts its annual Grants Gala, 5:30-8 p.m. at Saureel Vineyards, 1140 Cold Springs Road in Placerville, and community members are welcome to attend. Grant recipients of a record $119,000 will be formally recognized and the accomplishments of 2021 grant recipients will be celebrated. This event includes a catered buffet dinner. Get tickets online at womensfundeldorado. org/events. For more information call (530) 3061857. The Placerville Area Chess Club meets every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at Denny’s in Cameron Park, 3446 Coach Lane. For more information call Neville Arroues at (530) 642-9043.

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El Dorado County’s nonprofits participate in the Sacramento region’s Big Day of Giving Andrew Vonderschmitt Staff writer

riginally coordinated by the Sacramento Region Community Foundation, a regional collaborative fundraising campaign, the Big Day of Giving has been aiding nonprofits in fundraising efforts since 2013. To date, the annual campaign can boast $65 million of raised funds from more than 50,000 donors. This year more than 700 non-profits serving El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento and Yolo counties will participate. From animals to arts and culture, civil rights/social action to community improvement and economic development, the campaign serves many areas of public benefit work. Among the many nonprofits, homegrown Hands4Hope – Youth Making a Difference can be found. Hands4Hope was established in 2008, employing a servicelearning strategy that engenders civic-minded, socially responsible youth through hands-on community service projects. Service projects that fulfill real, unmet needs are identified, strategized and carried out by youth participants. For Jennifer Bassett, founder and executive director, the Big Day of Giving campaign is an opportunity to further serve Hands4Hope’s mission to “inspire and empower youth in leadership and service” by involving participants directly in the campaign. “We have chosen to use this fundraiser as an opportunity to partner our youth and adults to collaborate, strategize and learn from each other,” said Bassett. Teaming youth with organizational and

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Hands4Hope – Youth Making a Difference cultivates community service leaders, educating youth through a variety of service projects, fundraisers and events. The nonprofit has created youth/adult teams to raise funds during the Big Day of Giving May 5. community leaders gives a unique opportunity for the youth to learn, firsthand, from those partnerships. “Each team has been tasked to create their own fundraising goal and a plan to reach it,” she said. “It is so heartwarming to see their Big Day of Giving fundraising pages and read about what makes Hands4Hope – Youth Making A Difference special to each of them.” Hand4Hope’s goal is to raise $60,000 overall; 13 teams comprised of one youth and one adult community leader have been formed. Each team has created a campaign aimed at reaching that goal. District 3 Supervisor Wendy Thomas is one such community leader. She has been paired with Emma Lopez, who is not only a Hands4Hope participant but a Board of Supervisors Youth Commission appointee. They both have seen the positive impact of

Hands4Hope’s programs on the community, according to their fundraising email, which asks community members to help reach their team’s $1,000 goal. “This year community leaders had the opportunity to be paired with a youth participant and I jumped at the opportunity,” said Thomas. “It was such fun to meet with Emma, talk about a fundraising goal and strategy and then implement it.” Thomas concedes to learning from Lopez while working on the campaign. “I learned a lot from her in the process and I know the funds raised will enable our local youth to serve our community in a greater way,” she shared. “What could be better than that?” Hands4Hope alumna (2014-18), Madeline Simko has remotely teamed up with Hands4Hope Board Member Scott Spriggs to create their campaign.

This year a youth volunteer and an adult mentor are partnering to raise funds for Hands4Hope during the Big Day of Giving campaign. Spriggs has pledged a donation match of up to $5,000, making their overall goal $10,000. Simko attended the University of Montana after high school and has since graduated with a bachelor of science in business management and entrepreneurship. She has remained in Missoula due to the community ties she

formed while in school. “I love Missoula,” she said. “I found such a community here.” Simko credits her time with Hand4Hope for her propensity and capacity for community engagement. “Hands4Hope taught me a lot about how to get involved in your n

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his year Mother Lode Rehabilitation Enterprises is choosing to participate in Big Day of Giving independently in an effort to raise funds for new service options and opportunities in the arts and employment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As these exciting projects continue to move forward MORE asks for community support to help the organization complete a striking addition to Placerville Drive — an outdoor mural designed by Nationally acclaimed muralist Ryan Coleman.

Every single client served at MORE will contribute their artistic talents to this large-scale collaborative art piece. MORE leaders say they are certain the mural project will enhance the MORE experience in a positive manner for the people served and will evoke positive emotions for all who view it. This goal aligns with the

foundational inspiration behind all of Coleman’s art. Coleman is donating his time to oversee the mural project; however, MORE still needs funding for paints, supplies and the installation of this 52-foot piece. Donations can be made online at morerehab.org.

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prospecting Day hiker season the hillsides are blanketed with the state elebrate summer flower along with purple with a trail filled lupine. with wildflowers, One of the many waterfalls, North Fork pleasures of Stevens of the American River Trail is watching how views and more on the sunlight plays on the Stevens Trail in Colfax. canyon walls and shines Hike this wellon the river below as you maintained trail before make your way along the it heats up. Much of this trail throughout the day. trail is exposed so make at the water’s edge, Mary West Once sure you take plenty of pick a spot for lunch with Outdoor columnist water and sun protection family and friends and for the 9-mile in-andrelax. Rest up before the out hike that ends at the edge of the uphill return trip to the parking area. American River. Many of the trails in Poison oak is a factor along this trail, our area I would describe as a walk. which narrows in spots. Mountain Steven’s Trail is a legitimate hike with lions have been known to inhabit significant elevation change so go the area so taking friends is always a prepared. good idea. Pay attention as there are The beginning of the trail runs steep drop offs that can give a second thought to anyone with a fear of parallel along Interstate 80 but the heights. sound of traffic gives way to running With my many cautions, you should water and the cool air along the know I have been taking my sons on wooded trail. Pine and manzanita line this trail since they were 7 and 10 the path with oak and laurel. After years old. The trail is well marked and crossing the balance beam across a well worn. Every trail has its inherent small creek, the trail opens to the sun risks. That being said, if you enjoy and a trail sign sends you to the right. Just beyond the sign look for a blanket hiking in our foothills, enjoy Stevens Trail for the flowers, river, canyon, of Baby Blue Eyes and clover before waterfalls and the adventure. you head into the canyon. Not far Get to Stevens Trail by taking along, the trail splits, going left along Interstate 80 east to Colfax, exit at the canyon wall. Emerald green ferns Canyon Way and follow the frontage seem to spring directly from rocks road to the end where the trailhead near the waterfalls in the shady inside and the paved parking lot with curves that follow the mountainside. With the high-water flows, the rocky bathroom and signage are located. Mary West is author of the book water crossing can be slippery and series “Day Hiker – Gold Country the rocks are often under water. This Trail Guide I, II and III” (available crossing is tricky. You can take the on Amazon), a collection of the Day bike trail to the water crossing that Hiker columns where West shares her is flat and wide but you are going to longtime love of the outdoors, favorite get wet either way. After the waterfall hikes in Northern California’s Gold crossing be on the lookout for a Country and beyond. West is the shallow cave to peek into. One of the recipient of the 2017 and 2019 CRAFT highlights of this trail is the view of Award for Best Outdoor Column and the Iowa Hill Bridge far below. the 2020 Craft Award for her second The sheer variety of wildflowers book “Day Hiker – Gold Country Trail makes this a must-see trail. The Guide” series by the Outdoor Writers quantity and quality of the varied of California. Follow West on Facebook blossoms and blooms is amazing. and Instagram. If you make the hike during poppy

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May 7 The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office hosts Career Day, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the ESO Public Safety Facility, 200 Industrial Drive in Placerville. Meet representatives from all sheriff’s office positions available to answer questions. All qualified applicants will be invited

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public, 9 a.m. to noon Fridays and Saturdays. Wander through the 16 individual gardens at your own pace or ask a docent for help. Garden may be closed for inclement weather; check the website before visiting: ucanr.edu/sites/EDC_ Master_Gardeners/Demonstration_Garden.

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Preserve it! Cheery cherries

his is the best time of year for cherries of all types, very soon abundant from local orchards and stores. Get ready to add them to your menu by trying new, yummy recipes or traditionally prepared Lois Trimpey recipes and proven methods for preserving UC Master Food Preserver them for later use. UCCE of El Dorado County Master Food Preservers of El Dorado County will be happy to answer your questions and/or provide classes for preserving cherries and other fruits. Cherries are believed to have originated in China, around 4000 B.C., and are named after Ceraus, a town in Turkey. They are a fleshy drupe (stone fruit), members of the Prunus genus. Today Turkey leads the world in production. Commercial cherries are obtained from cultivars of several species, such as the sweet Prunus avium and the sour Prunus cerasus. An early botanist and protégé of Aristotle mentions them in his “History of Plants” in the third century B.C. and notes that they had already been known to the Greeks for centuries. Cherries were part of a Roman soldier’s spread, so they were dropped in all sorts of places. There was a saying that to find the old Roman roads, all one had to do was follow the wild cherry trees.

From Lapins to Rainiers and Royal Anns, there are more than 500 varieties of sweet cherries and almost as many tart ones. Bing Cherries are not named for Bing Crosby, but after an orchard foreman named Ah Bing. He returned to China for a visit and was forbidden from returning to the USA under the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882. The Maraschino is developed in a brining technique that uses calcium salts, sugar and food coloring. If you like miscellaneous statistics, Brian Krause from Michigan set the current cherry-pit spitting contest record, reaching a little over 100 feet. If you want to freeze cherries, you can do so with or without pits/stems. Cherry pitters are available locally and online. Mine does four cherries at a time. It is rather laborious but, oh, the delight later on. Wash and let them dry. Place on cookie sheets, not touching each other, in the freezer overnight or until they are fully frozen, then store in freezer-grade plastic bags. If they are stored as single or double layers, the bags can be stacked to save storage space. Aside from eating them fresh, my favorite recipe is for pickled sweet cherries. Whoever thought cherries could be pickled? Pickled cherries are a Master Food Preserver’s secret flavor bomb! They are fancy and delicious served as an hors d’oeuvre or on a dessert plate. For hors d’oeuvres, leave pits in and the stems on. You can give a jar of them as a hostess gift as well. The following refrigerated pickled cherry recipe is adapted from The Spruce Eats.

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Pollock Pines Flea Market returning soon The Pollock Pines Community Flea Market’s 22nd season begins May 21. The flea market is located at the El Dorado Savings Bank parking lot, 6252 Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines. The flea market is first come, first served. The location opens at 6 a.m. for vendors and opens to the public 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Buyers, sellers, produce growers and crafters are invited. The flea market runs the third Saturday each month, May through October. This is a Pollock Pines-Camino Rotary sponsored activity serving the community. Organizers are continuing the COVID distancing of two spaces for $20. For more information visit pollockpines-caminorotary.org.

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community and find your place,” she said. “The skills that I learned at Hands4Hope really set me up for success here.” Hands4Hope Board Chair Andrea Howard said youth participants see the positive impact the organization’s programs have on the community. “During my time on the board it has become crystal clear that every youth involved with Hands4Hope – Youth Making A Difference has developed skills, confidence and experiences that ignite a passion to serve their community,” Howard said. “Hands4Hope really fosters an environment where youth are empowered to make meaningful change in their community.” Hands4Hope’s Big Day of Giving goal is $60,000, which, if reached, will go toward several aspects of the organization’s operations. Some expenses include funding school-based service learning clubs, operations at the El Dorado Hills and Placerville Youth Centers, funding a three-year leadership camp and youth outreach efforts. Services to the community like prepared meals for low-income seniors and creative activities for under-served children and seniors are also on the list. The Big Day of Giving happens Thursday, May 5. More information on the overall campaign as well as other local nonprofits participating can be found at bigdayofgiving.org and Hands4Hope’s fundraising page can be found at bigdayofgiving. org/organization/Hands4Hope. For more information about Hands4Hope – Youth Making a Difference visit hands4hopeyouth.org.

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1 1/4 cups white vinegar 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar 3/4 cup water 1 cinnamon sticks (4 inches long) 2 teaspoon whole cloves 1 teaspoon whole allspice 2 pounds dark sweet cherries with or without stems Cherries can be preserved with or without pits. If pitted, place them in a holding solution made from commercial ascorbic acid mixture, according to the label on the container, until they actually go into the jar. This will prevent them from darkening. Rinse the cherries and pat them dry. Combine all ingredients except cherries in a nonreactive saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Pack cherries into hot jars. Pour hot vinegar mixture over cherries to half-inch of jar rim. Place lids on jars and cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least a week before using for best flavor. Use within two months for best quality. For drying, drain and pit fully ripe cherries. Cut in half, chop or leave whole. If whole, dip in boiling water 30 seconds or more to crack the skins. Follow dehydrator suggested timing. The UC Master Food Preservers of El Dorado County are a great resource for answers to your preserving question. Leave a message at (530) 6215506 or email us at edmfp@ucanr.edu. For more information about the program, events and recipes visit ucanr.edu/edmfp. Sign up to receive the eNewsletter at ucanr.org/mfpcsenews and check out the Facebook page (UCCE Master Food Preservers of El Dorado County).

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Darlene Tatlton, left, and Ruhanna Foster sort toys looking for new homes at a previous Shakespeare Club rummage sale. This spring’s event starts May 12.

Find a treasure (or two) of your own at rummage sale News release The Placerville Shakespeare Club hosts its annual Giant Spring Rummage Sale beginning May 12. This year’s spring sale will feature a large selection of jewelry, lots of clothing, housewares, decorative items, as well as a wide variety of garage items, books, dolls, toys and many other treasures. Additionally, Saturday’s sale will include a large selection of plants on sale, 8-11 a.m.

Bring your own shopping bags. Sale hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, May 12, and Friday, May 13, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 14, at the clubhouse, 2940 Bedford Ave. in Placerville. For more information call Joyce at (530) 622-8351 or visit placervilleShakespeare.com. The Placerville Shakespeare Club was established in May 1897 and continues to be a gathering place for women in the community.

Public Notices  FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0419 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SONDE GEOlOGICAl SERVICES, located at 3369 Kimberly Rd, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Clyde Hebbron, 3369 Kimberly Rd, 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: 5/23/1999 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Clyde L. Hebbron CLYDE L. HEBBRON 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 04/08/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 10252 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0359 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CREW 6, located at 3987 Missouri Flat Rd, Suite 340, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): 1. Sean Pritchard, 4905 Dale View Court, El Dorado, CA 95623, 2. Dana Pritchard, 4905 Dale View Court, El Dorado, CA 95623 This business is conducted by a Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 04/21/2017 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Sean Pritchard SEAN PRITCHARD 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 03/24/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE

THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4 10253 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0392 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: COVERED RV STORAGE, located at 5725 Mother Lode Dr, Placerville, CA 95667/ Mailing Address: 8 Brooks Ave #9, Venice, CA 90291 Registered owner(s): Henry Shea Jr, 8 Brooks Ave #9, Venice, CA 90291 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 03/29/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Henry Shea Jr HENRY SHEA JR, 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 04/01/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4 10254 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0414 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BE HUMBUll PHOTOGRAPHY, located at 6431 Gold Hill Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Summer L Akin, 6431 Gold 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: 04/07/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Summer Akin SUMMER AKIN 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 04/07/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT

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PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4 10255 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0417 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PlACERVIllE GROCERY OUTlET, located at 1426 Broadway, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): PGO, Inc, 1426 Broadway, Placerville, CA 95667 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: 1/28/1992 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Greg Danker GREG DANKER, 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 04/07/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 10271 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0385 File Number of Fictitious Business Name Statement: FB2020-0719 Date Fictitious Business Name was filed in El Dorado County: 8/25/2020 Fictitious Business Name(s) to be abandoned: CEDAR WEST PROPERTIES Fictitious Business Name Street Address: 3670 Audubon Dr., Camino, Ca. 95709 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) HAVE ABANDONED THE USE OF THE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: Registrant name(s) & address(es): Richard A. Damas, 3670 Audubon Dr., Camino, Ca. 95709 This business was conducted by an Individual. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Richard A. Damas RICHARD A. DAMAS 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 03/30/2022. 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) 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 10278 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0386 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CEDAR WEST PROPERTIES, located at 309 Placerville Drive, Suite 1, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): 1. Sean S Freedland, 3995 Audubon Drive, Camino, CA 95709, 2. Cortney A Freedland, 3995 Audubon Drive, 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/ Sean Freedland SEAN FREEDLAND, 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 03/30/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 10279 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0441 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. BSM DIESEl CO., 2. BlACK SMOKE MAFIA, located at 4251 South Shingle Road, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Travis Spruitenburg, 4251 South Shingle Road, 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: 04/12/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Travis Spruitenburg TRAVIS SPRUITENBURG

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 04/13/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 10280 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0444 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: A&B ENTERPRISES, located at 5253 Wooded Glen Drive, Grizzly Flats, CA 95636/Mailing Address: PO Box 307, Grizzly Flats, CA 95636 Registered owner(s): A&B Enterprises LLC, 5253 Wooded Glen Drive, Grizzly Flats, CA 95636 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 03/11/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Brandon Meader BRANDON MEADER, MANAGER 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 04/14/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 10282 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0443 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FREEDOM ACTION SPORTS, located at 3835 Reflection Rd, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Kyle Meredith, 3835 Reflection Rd,

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: 04/01/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Kyle Meredith KYLE MEREDITH 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 04/14/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 10283 TSG NO.: 1954126CAD TS NO.: CA2100287020 APN: 120-181-012-000 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 3558 RIDGEVIEW DRIVE El DORADO HIllS, CA 95762 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SAlE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/05/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 05/11/2022 at 10:00 A.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 10/15/2004, as Instrument No. 2004-0084712-00, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of EL DORADO County, State of California. Executed by: KYLE R. FRANKLIN AND MARY J. FRANKLIN, HUSBAND AND WIFE, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) At the Main Street entrance to the County Courthouse at 495 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667 All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 120-181-012000 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3558 RIDGEVIEW DRIVE, EL DORADO HILLS, CA 95762 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and legal notice continued on the next page

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Public Notices  expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $ 523,283.62. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this internet website http:// search.nationwideposting.com/ propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA2100287020 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction if conducted after January 1, 2021, pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (916)939-0772, or visit this internet website http:// search.nationwideposting.com/ propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA2100287020 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 4795 Regent Blvd, Mail Code 1011-F Irving, TX 75063 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772NPP0400846 To: MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT & PLACERVILLE TIMES 04/20/2022, 04/27/2022, 05/04/2022 10286 4/20, 4/27, 5/4 T.S. No. 19-1070-11 NoTice of TruSTee’S Sale a.P.N. 085-162-005-000 You Are In Default Under A Deed Of Trust Dated 6/13/2008. Unless You Take Action To Protect Your Property, It May Be Sold At A Public Sale. If You Need An Explanation Of The Nature Of The Proceeding Against You, You Should Contact A Lawyer. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Giancarlo Sclippa, A Married Man, Sole And Seperate Duly Appointed Trustee: The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation Recorded 6/24/2008 as Instrument No. 2008-0030890-

00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of El Dorado County, California, Street Address or other common designation of real property: 6590 Mosquito Road Placerville, CA 95667 A.P.N.: 085162-005-000 Date of Sale: 5/11/2022 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: main entrance to County Courthouse, 495 Main St., Placerville, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $526,190.75, estimated The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. Notice To Potential Bidders: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. Notice To Property Owner: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (877) 440-4460 or visit this Internet Website www.mkconsultantsinc. com, using the file number assigned to this case 19-1070-11. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Notice To Tenant: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (877) 440-4460, or visit this internet website www. mkconsultantsinc.com, using the file number assigned to this case 19-1070-11 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. The Notice to Tenant pertains to sales occurring after January 1, 2021. Date: 4/13/2022 The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation 1851 East 1st Street, Suite 100 Santa Ana, California 92705 Foreclosure Department (949) 7209200 Sale Information Only: (877) 440-4460 www.mkconsultantsinc. com Sindy Clements, Foreclosure Officer Please Be Advised That The Wolf Firm May Be Acting As A Debt Collector, Attempting To Collect A Debt. Any Information You Provide May Be Used For That Purpose. 4/20, 4/27, 5/4 10287 ficTiTiouS BuSiNeSS NaMe STaTeMeNT file No. fB2022-0415 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SuMMiT fiTNeSS, located at 2737 Carnelian Circle, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): LIGMA LLC, 2737 Carnelian Circle, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: California The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 2/28/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Nicholas Nelson NICHOLAS NELSON, MANAGING MEMBER i declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (a registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 04/07/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS

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OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 10288 NoTice of PeTiTioN To aDMiNiSTer eSTaTe of kriSTiN aNNe Newell caSe No. 22Pr0090 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of KRISTIN ANNE NEWELL A PETITION for Probate has been filed by KATHLEEN ALMASSY in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that KATHLEEN ALMASSY be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: June 1, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 8 at 295 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: GARIN D. CLYMA, ESQ. Gibbons and Clyma, Inc. 2520 Douglas Boulevard, Suite 100 Roseville, CA 95661 (916) 783-3033 4/20, 4/27, 5/4 10289 NoTice of PeTiTioN To aDMiNiSTer eSTaTe of YaNG ZHao caSe No. 22Pr0102 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of YANG ZHAO A PETITION for Probate has been filed by QINGJUN ZHAO in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that QINGJUN ZHAO be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: May 11, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 8 at 295 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: QINGJUN ZHAO 3416 Smokey Mountain Circle El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 (916) 225-0535 4/20, 4/27, 5/4 10291 NoTice of PeTiTioN To aDMiNiSTer eSTaTe of Mark c McNulTY caSe No. 22Pr0099 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of MARK C. MCNULTY A PETITION for Probate has been filed by RUBY MCNULTY in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that RUBY MCNULTY be appointed as personal representative to

administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: May 11, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 8 at 295 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: RUBY MCNULTY 313 West Second Street Cloverdale, CA 95425 (719) 480-5092 4/20, 4/27, 5/4 10292 couNTY of el DoraDo, califorNia DeParTMeNT of TraNSPorTaTioN NoTice To coNTracTorS NoTice iS HereBY GiVeN by the County of El Dorado, State of California, that sealed bids for work in accordance with the Project Plans (Plans) and Contract Documents for MiSSouri flaT roaD PHaSe 1 – claSS i Trail coNNecTioN Will be received by the County of El Dorado, Department of Transportation, through Quest Construction Data Network (Quest), until May 13, 2022 at 2:00 PM, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read by the Department of Transportation. The bid opening will be held virtually through Zoom. The virtual meeting can be accessed via the following: https://us02web. zoom.us/j/85329017178 (669)9009128 US (San Jose), (253)2158782 US (Tacoma), (346)248-7799 US (Houston). No Bid may be withdrawn after the time established for receiving bids or before the award and execution of the Contract, unless the award is delayed for a period exceeding sixty (60) calendar days. Bids must be executed in accordance with the instructions given and forms provided in the Contract Documents furnished by the County of El Dorado Department of Transportation through Quest construction Data Network (Quest). The Proposal including the Bidder’s Security, form 590, and Payee Data record shall be submitted through Quest. The Project is located along Missouri Flat Road, in Diamond Springs in the County of El Dorado. The Work to be done is shown on the Plans, and generally consists of, but is not limited to: Construction of 188 linear feet of Class I bike path including grading and paving, concrete retaining wall, curb, gutter, and sidewalk, striping, and rock ditch improvements. Other items or details not mentioned above, that are required by the plans, Standard Plans, Standard Specifications, or these Special Provisions must be performed, constructed or installed. The Contract time is TWENTY (20) WORKING DAYS. For bonding purposes, the anticipated project cost is less than $300,000. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for this Project on May 4, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the County of El Dorado, Department of Transportation, 2441 Headington Road, Placerville, CA. The meeting will be held in the downstairs conference room. Attendance at the pre-bid meeting is not mandatory. The Contract Documents, including the Project Plans, may be viewed and/or downloaded from the Quest website at http://www.questcdn. com. Interested parties may also access the Quest website by clicking on the link next to the Project Name or entering the Quest project # on the Department of Transportation’s website at http://www.edcgov.us/ Government//DOT/BidsHome.aspx. Interested parties may view the Contract Documents, including the Project Plans, through the Department of Transportations’ website at no charge. The digital Contract Documents, including the Project Plans, may be downloaded for $30.00 by inputting the Quest Project # 8134256 on the websites’ Project Search page. Please contact QuestCDN.com at (952) 233-1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in free membership, registration, downloading, and working with this digital project information. To access the electronic bid form, download the project/request documents and click the online bidding button at the top of the advertisement screen. To be included on the planholders list, receive notification of addenda, and to be eligible to bid interested parties must download the Contract Documents, including the Project Plans, from Quest. Those downloading the contract Documents, including the Project Plans, assume responsibility and risk for completeness of the downloaded contract Documents. The Contract Documents, including the Project Plans, may be examined in person at the Department of Transportation office at 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville CA. However, the Department of Transportation will no longer sell paper copies of the Contract Documents. coNTracTorS liceNSe

claSSificaTioN: Bidders must be properly licensed to perform the Work pursuant to the Contractors’ State License Law (Business and Professions Code Section 7000 et seq.) and must possess a claSS a license or equivalent combination of Classes required by the categories and type of Work included in the Contract Documents and Plans at the time the Contract is awarded, and must maintain a valid license through completion and acceptance of the Work, including the guarantee and acceptance period. Failure of the successful Bidder to meet this Contract requirement will result in the forfeiture of the Bidder’s security. coNTracTor reGiSTraTioN: No contractor or subcontractor may bid on any public works project, be listed in a bid proposal for any public works project, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1. DiSaDVaNTaGeD BuSiNeSS eNTerPriSe (DBe) ParTiciPaTioN: For Federalaid projects, DBE requirements of Title 49 Part 26 of the Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR 26) apply. Bidders are advised that, as required by Federal law, the County of El Dorado has implemented Disadvantaged Business Enterprise requirements for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE). Comply with Section 2-1.12 and Section 5-1.13. In accordance with 49 CFR 26, Bidder will take all necessary affirmative steps to assure that minority firms, women’s business enterprises and labor surplus area firms are used when possible. The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Contract goal is 12%. The UDBE Good Faith Effort Submittal Information Handout and the County of El Dorado DBE Training Presentation is available at http:// www.edcgov.us/Government/DOT/ pages/DBE.aspx. The problems and solutions listed in the Handout apply to DBE Good Faith Efforts Submittals. P r e Va i l i N G waGe reQuireMeNTS: Contractor’s attention is directed to the requirements of Division 2 Part 7, Chapter 1 of the California Labor Code, including but not limited to Sections 1773, 1773.1, 1773.2, 1773.6, and 1773.7. The State prevailing wage rates in the county performing the work is subject to the determination by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations. Interested parties can obtain the current wage information by submitting their requests to the Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Labor Statistics and Research, PO Box 420603, San Francisco CA 94142-0603, Telephone (415) 7034708 or by referring to the website at http://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/ PWD. The rates at the time of the bid advertisement date of a project will remain in effect for the life of the project in accordance with the California Code of Regulations, as modified and effective January 27, 1997. Copies of the State prevailing wage rates for the county performing the work are also on file at the Department of Transportation’s principal office, and upon request. In the case of projects involving Federal funds, Federal wage rates as predetermined by the United States Secretary of Labor have been included in the Contract Documents. Issuance of addenda to modify the Federal minimum wage rates, if necessary, will be in accordance with the Project Administration section of the Notice to Bidders. In the case of Federally funded projects, where Federal and State prevailing wage requirements apply, compliance with both is required. This Project is funded in whole or part by Federal funds. Comply with Exhibit D of the Draft Agreement and the Copeland Act (18 U.S.C. 874 and 29 CFR Part 3), the Davis-Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. 3141-3147 and 29 CFR Part 5), and the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C. 3701 and 29 CFR Part 5). awarD of coNTracT: Bids will be considered for award by the Board of Supervisors. The County of El Dorado reserves the right after opening bids to reject any or all bids, to waive any irregularity in a bid, or to make award to the lowest responsive, responsible Bidder and reject all other bids, as it may best serve the interests of the County. As a condition of award, the successful Bidder will be required to submit payment and performance bonds along with evidence of insurance prior to execution of the Agreement by the County. Failure to meet this requirement constitutes abandonment of the Bid by the Bidder and forfeiture of the Bidder’s security. Award will then be made to the next lowest, responsive, responsible Bidder. reTaiNaGe froM PaYMeNTS: The Contractor may elect to receive one hundred percent (100%) of payments due under the Contract from time to time, without retention of any portion of the payment by the County, by depositing securities of equivalent value with the County in accordance with the provisions of Section 22300 of the Public Contract Code. Securities eligible for deposit hereunder are be limited to those listed in Section 16430 of the Government Code, or bank or savings and loan certificates of deposit. Reference the Contract Documents package, which includes the Notice to Bidders, Plans, Specifications, Draft Agreement and Proposal for contractual requirements not listed in this “Notice to Contractors” newspaper advertisement. 4/22, 4/25, 4/27, 4/29, 5/2, 5/4 10300 ficTiTiouS BuSiNeSS NaMe STaTeMeNT file No. fB2022-0469 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: Sierra GlaSS wurX, located at 2500 Jim Valley Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Patrick C O’Connell, 2500 Jim Valley 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: 4/22/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Patrick O’Connell PATRICK O’CONNELL, 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 04/22/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18 10308 ficTiTiouS BuSiNeSS NaMe STaTeMeNT file No. fB2022-0466 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: el DoraDo HaNDYMaN & laNDScaPiNG, located at 6008 Pony Express Trl, 10, Pollock Pines, CA 95726 Registered owner(s): Stephen E Berry, 6008 Pony Express Trl, Pollock Pines, CA 95726 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 4/18/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Stephen Berry STEPHEN BERRY, 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 04/22/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18 10309 ficTiTiouS BuSiNeSS NaMe STaTeMeNT file No. fB2022-0470 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. Value realTY ca, 2. 1ST cHoice MorTGaGe, located at 3204 Rapallo Place, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): MIKILROBIN INC, 3204 Rapallo Place, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/15/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Ronald T McLaughlin RONALD T MCLAUGHLIN, CEO 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 04/22/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 10310 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18 NoTice of TruSTee’S Sale uNDer DeeD of TruST TiTle orDer NuMBer: P-538799 loaN: JoDar-roBiNSoN file: Pfi-221670 a.P.N.: 084-260-007-000 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07/30/2021. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE is hereby given that PLACER FORECLOSURE, INC., as trustee, or successor trustee, or substituted trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: JODAR VINEYARDS & WINERY INC legal notice continued on the next page

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Public Notices  as Instrument No. 2021-0049422 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of EL DORADO County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 1/20/2022 in Book , Page , as Instrument No. 20220003538 of said Official Records, WILL SELL on 05/18/2022 At the Main Street entrance to the County Courthouse at 495 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667 at 10:00AM AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State hereinafter described: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2400 GRAVEL ROAD, PLACERVILLE, CA 95667 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. Total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $333,435.77 In addition to cash, the trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed with interest thereon as provided in said Note, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting. com, using the file number assigned to this case PFI-221670. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916-939-0772, or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting. com, using the file number assigned to this case PFI-221670 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Dated: 04/22/2022 PLACER FORECLOSURE, INC., as said Trustee 12190 Herdal Drive, Suite 9 Auburn, California 95603 (530) 888-8411 By: RON ROBBINS, PRESIDENT DIRECTIONS MAY BE OBTAINED PURSUANT TO A WRITTEN REQUEST SUBMITTED TO THE BENEFICIARY C/O PLACER FORECLOSURE, INC., 12190 HERDAL DR., SUITE 9, AUBURN, CA 95603, WITHIN 10 DAYS OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. PLACER FORECLOSURE, INC. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0401385 To: MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT & PLACERVILLE TIMES 04/27/2022, 05/04/2022, 05/11/2022 10311 4/27, 5/4, 5/11

PUBLIC NOTICE Pioneer Fire Protection District Accepting Bids for Septic System Repair Location: 7061 Mt Aukum Rd, Somerset CA 95684 For Bid information see pioneerfire. org website Deliver Bids to admin@pioneerfire. org Bid Opening date 4/29/2022 5pm Bid Closing Date 5/13/2022 5pm 4/29, 5/2, 5/4, 5/6, 5/9, 5/11 10324 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0461 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MULTIFAMILY IT, located at 2675 La Crescenta Apt 131, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Multifamily IT Inc, 2675 La Crescenta Apt 131, Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 02/08/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Kristin Wood KRISTIN WOOD, 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 04/21/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25 10331 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0468 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DIAMOND SPRINGS TRADING COMPANY, located at 5300 Stones Throw Rd, Placerville, CA 95667/Mailing Address: PO Box 2240, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Phillip G Newell, 5300 Stones Throw 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: 04/19/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Phillip G Newell PHILLIP G NEWELL 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 04/22/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25 10332 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0492 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ASSOCIATION ADVANTAGE, located at 3161 Cameron Park Drive, Suite 215, Cameron Park, CA 95682/Mailing Address: 3161 Cameron Park Drive, 205, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): ILUMA MANAGEMENT INC., 3161 Cameron Park Drive, Suite 215, Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Lauren Prichard LAUREN PRICHARD, 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 04/29/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED

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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) 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25 10333 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0454 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TOM BURGER & FROSTY, located at 567 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Tae H Chung, 567 Placerville 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: 04/12/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Tae H Chung TAE H CHUNG, 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 04/18/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25 10334 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0489 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MT. 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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) 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25 10335 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TRUSTEE SALE NO. 22-00002-2FNT APN 327-170-012-100 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will not be recorded pursuant to CA Civil Code Section2923.3(a). It will be mailed to the Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section2923.3(d)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED JULY 2, 2014. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On May 24, 2022, at 10:00 AM, at the Main Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 495 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667, FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, as the duly appointed Trustee (the “Trustee”), under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on July 8, 2014, as Instrument No. 2014-0025324-00 of official records in the office of the Recorder of El Dorado County, CA, executed by: Janet Vaughan McCombie, as Trustor (the “Trustor”), in favor of Umpqua Bank, as

Beneficiary, and any modifications thereto are collectively referred to herein from time to time as the “Deed of Trust”, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: Case: 22-00002-2 EXHIBIT “A” PARCEL ONE: A PORTION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 23, AND A PORTION OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 10 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST, M.D.B. and M., DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT FROM WHICH THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 23 BEARS SOUTH 0° 53’ 44” WEST 1776.86 FEET, SAID POINT BEING ALSO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THAT CERTAIN PARCEL DESCRIBED IN DEED TO WOODROW J. KERN ET AL, RECORDED JULY 14, 1960 IN BOOK 515 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS OF EL DORADO COUNTY AT PAGE 316; THENCE FROM THE POINT OF BEGINNING NORTH 210.96; THENCE NORTH 49° 06’ WEST 193.15 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 269.30 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 64° 59’ EAST 161.10 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: THE LANDS CONVEYED TO C. R. LINDBERG AND MURIEL L. LINDBERG BY THAT CERTAIN DEED RECORDED JANUARY 15, 1974 IN BOOK 1243 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS OF EL DORADO COUNTY AT PAGE 42 DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT FROM WHICH THE EAST ONE-QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 23 BEARS SOUTH 72° 34’ 40” EAST, 98.44 FEET AND NORTH 2° 34’ EAST 621.89 FEET; THENCE FROM SAID POINT OF BEGINNING NORTH 72° 34’ 40” WEST 56.92 FEET; THENCE NORTH 30.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 49° 06’ EAST 71.85 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL TWO: ALL THAT PORTION OF THE SOUTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 23, TOWNSHIP 10 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST, M.D.B. and M., MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT FROM WHICH THE EAST ONE-QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 23 BEARS NORTH 2° 34’ EAST, 621.89 FEET; THENCE FROM SAID POINT OF BEGINNING SOUTH 2° 34’ WEST 50.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 49° 06’ WEST, 121.30 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 72° 34’ 40” EAST 98.44 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the Property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the Property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the Property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this Property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the Property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this Property, you may call 1.866.684.2727 or visit this Internet Website www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case 22-00002-2FNT. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 1.866.684.2727, or visit this internet website www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case 22-00002-2FNT to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. The real Property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real Property described above is purported to be: 6759 Oak Lane, Placerville, CA The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of

the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto). The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the Property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $25,872.80 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The Property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the Property receiver, if applicable. DATE: April 27, 2022 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, TRUSTEE 22-000022FNT 1101 Investment Blvd., Suite 170 El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 916636-0114 Sara Berens, Authorized Signor SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www. servicelinkasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 1.866.684.2727 A-FN4747419 05/04/2022, 05/11/2022, 05/18/2022 5/4, 5/11, 5/18 10336 NOTICE OF LIEN SALE

Notice is hereby given pursuant to California Business and Professional Codes #21700-21716, Section 2328 of the UCC of the Penal Code, Section 535 the undersigned, Missouri Flat Storage Depot, will sell at public sale by competitive bidding the personal property of: Name: Sharon Locke, Lucretia Wheeler, David Brown and Alfred Scott Plowman. Property to be sold: May contain the following: Misc. household goods, furniture, boxes & contents. Auctioneer Company: www. storagetreasures.com. The Sale will end at 10:00am Thursday, May 19th, 2022. Goods must be paid in CASH and removed at completion of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Missouri Flat Storage Depot 4680 Missouri Flat Road Placerville, CA 95667 530-626-0333 5/4, 5/11 10337 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the El Dorado Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) will hold a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, on May 25, 2022 in the Board of Supervisors Hearing Room in Building A, El Dorado County Government Center, located at 330 Fair Lane, Placerville, California 95667. The public hearings scheduled for the May 25, 2022 meeting are as follows: 1. Consider and adopt CEQA Categorical Exemption §15319 for the Pacileo Annexation into the El Dorado Irrigation District (EID); LAFCO Project No. 2021-03. The owners of APN 092-060-055 submitted a landowner petition to LAFCO to annex their 0.83-acre property into EID in order to obtain water service for an existing singlefamily residence with a failed well. LAFCO approved an emergency out-of-agency service agreement between EID and the landowners on February 24, 2021 in anticipation of annexation. The property is located at 5290 China Hill Road, approximately one quarter mile west of the intersection with State Highway 49, south of Pleasant Valley Road, in the El Dorado area. 2. Public hearing to consider and adopt the Final LAFCO Budget, which projects the expenditures and revenues for Fiscal Year 202223. The Proposed LAFCO Budget was approved by the Commission at the February 23, 2022 meeting and was distributed to all funding agencies per Government Code §56381. Meeting materials will be available five days before the meeting. Any person may submit oral or written comments. Staff will distribute written comments to the Commission if submitted 24 hours before the meeting. If you have any questions, you may contact the LAFCO office during normal business hours at (530) 295-2707; Erica Sanchez, Interim Executive Officer, 550 Main Street, Suite E, Placerville, CA 95667. EL DORADO COUNTY LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION ERICA SANCHEZ, INTERIM EXECUTIVE OFFICER MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT TO BE PUBLISHED ONE TIME ONLY: Wednesday, May 4, 2022 5/4 10338 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The County of El Dorado Planning Commission will hold a public hearing in the Planning Commission Hearing Room, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 on May 26, 2022, at 8:30 a.m., to consider the following: Williamson Act Contract WAC21-0002/Giorgis Agricultural Preserve submitted by DOUGLAS B. GIORGIS to allow the establishment of a Williamson Act Contact (Agricultural Preserve) for a 41.86 acre parcel to plant grapevines on 5-6 acres. Project includes associated agricultural capital improvements including installation of two wells and an irrigation/drip system. Expected plant order is 3,200 vines in the Fall 2021-Spring 2022. Grapes would be sold after first eligible harvest in 2024. The property, identified by Assessor’s Parcel Number 078-280016, consisting of 41.86 acres, is located on the south side of Pleasant Valley Road, approximately 500 feet east of the intersection with Bodega Way, in the Pleasant Valley area, Supervisorial District 3. (County Planner: Bianca Dinkler, 530-6215875) (Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15317 of the CEQA Guidelines)** Agenda and Staff Reports are available two weeks prior at https:// eldorado.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Project Information is available

online at https://edc-trk.aspgov. com/etrakit/. In order to view attachments, please login or create an E-Trakit account and search the project name or application file number in the search box. All persons interested are invited to write their comments to the Planning Commission in advance of the hearing. In light of COVID19, all persons may be required to observe and participate in the hearing remotely as in-person attendance may be restricted depending on the current COVID19 recommendations as the hearing date approaches. For the current remote options, including whether in-person attendance is allowed or a potential change in hearing location if in-person attendance resumes, please check the meeting Agenda no less than 72 hours before the meeting, which will be posted at https://eldorado.legistar.com/ Calendar.aspx. If you challenge the application in court, you may be limited to raising only those items you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. Any written correspondence should be directed to the County of El Dorado Planning and Building Department, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 or via e-mail: planning@ edcgov.us. **This project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the abovereferenced section, and it is not subject to any further environmental review. To ensure delivery to the Commission prior to the hearing, written information from the public is encouraged to be submitted by Thursday the week prior to the meeting. Planning Services cannot guarantee that any FAX or mail received the day of the Commission meeting will be delivered to the Commission prior to any action. COUNTY OF EL DORADO PLANNING COMMISSION KAREN L. GARNER, Executive Secretary May 4, 2022 10339 5/4 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The County of El Dorado Planning Commission will hold a public hearing in the Planning Commission Hearing Room, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 on May 26, 2022, at 8:30 a.m., to consider the following: Conditional Use Permit Revision CUP-R21-0049/AT&T Verizon Colocation Cell Tower Revision submitted by AT&T/KAREN LIENERT to allow colocation on an existing Verizon 75-ft monopine cell tower. Project modifications would include installation of six (6) new AT&T antennas extending the tower to 85-ft, a new 15-ft wide access road to a new fenced lease area of 12-ft x 20-ft with associated equipment including premanufactured walk-in cabinets and a 30kW diesel emergency backup generator located within a level 2 acoustic enclosure. The property, identified by Assessor’s Parcel Number 317-250-056, consisting of 16.26 acres, is located on the north side of Green Valley Road, approximately 1,000 feet east of the intersection with Mortara Circle, in the Placerville area, Supervisorial District 4. (County Planner: Bianca Dinkler, 530-621-5875) (Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines)** Agenda and Staff Reports are available two weeks prior at https:// eldorado.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Project Information is available online at https://edc-trk.aspgov. com/etrakit/. In order to view attachments, please login or create an E-Trakit account and search the project name or application file number in the search box. All persons interested are invited to write their comments to the Planning Commission in advance of the hearing. In light of COVID19, all persons may be required to observe and participate in the hearing remotely as in-person attendance may be restricted depending on the current COVID19 recommendations as the hearing date approaches. For the current remote options, including whether in-person attendance is allowed or a potential change in hearing location if in-person attendance resumes, please check the meeting Agenda no less than 72 hours before the meeting, which will be posted at https://eldorado.legistar.com/ Calendar.aspx. If you challenge the application in court, you may be limited to raising only those items you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. Any written correspondence should be directed to the County of El Dorado Planning and Building Department, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 or via e-mail: planning@ edcgov.us. **This project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the abovereferenced section, and it is not subject to any further environmental review. To ensure delivery to the Commission prior to the hearing, written information from the public is encouraged to be submitted by Thursday the week prior to the meeting. Planning Services cannot guarantee that any FAX or mail received the day of the Commission meeting will be delivered to the Commission prior to any action. COUNTY OF EL DORADO PLANNING COMMISSION KAREN L. GARNER, Executive Secretary May 4, 2022 10340 5/4 NOTICE OF LIEN SALE Notice is hereby given that pursuant to sections 3051 and 3052 of the civil code of the state of California and pursuant to the business and professions Code section 2170021716, the undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on or after Thursday the 19th day of May, 2022 at 10:00 AM, with bidding to take place on lockerfox. com the following liened property. iStorage, 5110 Hillsdale Circle, El Dorado Hills, CA, 95762 El Dorado County. Roach, Joannah and UrbaniHeinsma, Cheryl’s goods must be paid for in CASH and removed within 48 hours of sale. Sales are subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. All purchased items are sold as is. 5/4, 5/11 10341

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