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Armory land leased for 83-unit apartment plans Andrew Vonderschmitt Staff writer Plans are in motion to develop the old Armory site next to the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville. Backed by an executive order aimed at abating the housing crisis, the state of California has granted a 55-year lease to Jamboree Housing Corporation out of Irvine to demolish the Armory and construct and manage affordable housing on the mostly state-owned parcel. The plans and mitigated negative declaration for the proposed 83-unit apartment building are available to the public for review and comment through June 10. Placerville Development Services Director Pierre Rivas delivered a report on the proposed Placerville Armory Affordable Housing Project at the May 24 City Council meeting. The property at 212 Armory Drive has long been considered for various uses, including a temporary homeless shelter. Formerly an Army facility and Army

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Attendees of the Georgetown Airport Divide for the Kids Fly-In May 28, above, get an up-close look at a Sikorsky S-70i Cal Fire Hawk purpose-built for the needs of fighting wildland fires across California. It was one of dozens of aircraft and other vehicles on display from the California Highway Patrol, CALSTAR, El Dorado County and Placer Couty sheriff’s offices and El Dorado County Search and Rescue. Folks could also catch a flight with pilots of historical aircraft who came out for the event from all over the state. Even four-legged visitors got a chance to sit in the driver’s seat — Tsuki the fire dog hopped into a Georgetown Fire Department engine, right.

Diamond Village Apartment project gets $1.5 million Eric Jaramishian Staff writer

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The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded El Dorado County $1,498,000 in support of the Diamond Springs Village Apartments project. The county will utilize the funding awarded through the Community Development Block Grant to acquire property for the affordable housing project. The grant funding is awarded to local jurisdictions that have goals of providing affordable housing and infrastructure for community development. The Diamond Springs Village Apartment project was approved by the planning commission in 2018 and is one of the affordable housing projects proposed for the area. The apartment complex would provide 81 affordable multifamily, workforce housing units at 6035 Service Drive off Black Rice Road. Other affordable housing projects proposed for the area include the 382-unit Dorado Oaks on Faith Lane, the 149-unit El Dorado Senior Village on Koki Lane and 75-unit Piedmont Oaks north of Black Rice Road.

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Caldor Fire still holding heat after winter Krysten Kellum Editor

A snag burned by the Caldor Fire smolders after months of winter weather.

Grizzly Flat residents Kathy Gallagher and Paul Johnson were riding their quads in a south county area razed by the Caldor Fire last week when they spotted what looked like a smoldering campfire. Off Leoni Road between Leoni Meadows and Grizzly Flat, it wasn’t in an area where the two thought someone would be likely to set up camp — inside the burn scar and up a steep hill. Stephanie Bishop, public information officer with California Interagency Incident Management Team 4, confirmed the smoke was rising from a snag that held the Caldor Fire’s heat over winter. Johnson called the smoldering snag in to authorities, n

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Coleene Viola (Tipton) Durrington Nov. 12, 1934 – May 22, 2022

Dwight was born in Alliance, Alberta, Canada, on Dec. 12, 1930. He passed away peacefully with his devoted wife and family by his side on April 9, in Cameron Park, Calif. Dwight (Wayne to his family and friends) immigrated with his family to California in the early ‘40s and after a few years the family moved to Fruitland, Idaho, where Wayne graduated from Fruitland High School when he met and eventually would marry his sweetheart Coleene Viola Tipton on Sept. 17, 1950 in Payette, Idaho. Wayne worked as a dairy herd manager while in Nampa, Idaho and they soon welcomed three of their four children. The family relocated to Riverside, Calif., in 1956 to afford more opportunities for Wayne and in 1957 Wayne joined the Riverside Police Department. He became a detective in 1963 and retired after 24 years of service with distinction in 1981. In 1983 Coleene (Vi) and Dwight (Wayne) moved to the northern California foothills and built a beautiful home in Fairplay. Their home quickly became the family compound and it wasn’t long before Wayne and Vi met the entire community of Fairplay/Somerset California. Wayne was very industrious and built with the help of his friends and family, several homes in the area including the home of daughter Tami and her family in Fairplay. Wayne and his friends (the Three Amigos) often met at the local café to discuss how to solve the world’s problems most importantly how to help support the local volunteer fire department. The plan would eventually bring in more than $500,000 to the local Pioneer Volunteer Fire Department. Coleene and Wayne joined the Pioneer Emergency Support Team (PEST) to lend support to the local firemen when they were responding to fires. Coleene was also a member of the Woman’s Auxiliary to help raise funds for the Pioneer Volunteer Fire Department. The legacy of Coleene and Wayne Durrington will live on in this grateful community for many years to come. Coleene and Wayne moved from their beautiful home in Fairplay, Calif., after 40 years due in part to health reasons to El Dorado Hills, Calif., and resided there until four years ago when they moved into the beautiful El Dorado Hills Estates Gracious Living condo where they basked in the comforts of their balcony condo. They enjoyed meeting and socializing with the residents and employees and made many new friends as they always loved doing. Coleene (Vi) Tipton, was born in Emmitt, Idaho on Nov. 12, 1934 and she attended Payette High School when she met the love of her life. She told her friends that she had found the man she would marry and that dream came true when she and Dwight (Wayne) Durrington were joined in holy matrimony on Sept. 17, 1950. Coleene passed away on May 22 at the Blissful Gardens in Cameron Park after suffering from a traumatic brain injury May 14. Coleene’s devoted and loving children were by her side. Coleene was a devoted homemaker and a loving nurturing mother most importantly. The children grew up in a loving family home and when they started their families, they came home so Mama could help with their babies. Coleene became a very successful design consultant while working from home for a textile design firm based in New Jersey. Family has always been the cornerstone of their long marriage and their legacy will live on for many years to come. They are survived by their children Gary of Missoula, Mont., Deb Reinhardt (Eric) of Belgrade Mont., Steven of Riverside, Calif., Tami Schenck (C.J.) of Fairplay; nine grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and three great-greatgrandchildren. The family will have a celebration of their lives at the El Dorado Hills Estates Gracious Living Facility Activity room in El Dorado Hills, 4240 Town Center Blvd. on June 23 at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in their name to Snowline Hospice, 6520 Pleasant Valley Road, Diamonds Springs.

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After loving life and everyone she met, Marcia Mae Gerwer passed peacefully at the age of 84 surrounded by her family. Born Aug. 16, 1937, in Boulder, Colo., she died May 20, in Cameron Park, Calif. Marcia celebrated 50 years of marriage to Vernon F. Gerwer prior to his passing in 2006. She is survived by daughters Penny Gerwer (Barry Lyman) of New Braunfels, Texas; Terri Sennett (Tim) of Sacramento, Calif.; Patty Gaines (Mike) of Cheney, Wash.; and Joany Harman (Eric) of Folsom, Calif. Family meant everything to Marcia and her legacy includes 12 grandchildren; Jennifer (Mike), Michael (Michelle), Brent, Marc, Rob (Jerrica), Michelle (Andy), Stephanie, Joe (Kaitlyn), Billy (Tina), David, Katrina (Nick), and Peter (Diana); 20 great-grandchildren: Gage, Trey, Jocelyn, Channing, Jacob, Scott, Jaylen, Alia, Laura, Brylee, Levi, Patrick, Ellie, Addison, Gabriel, Hannah, Abigail, Elijah, Elizabeth and Michael; and one great-great-grandchild Ember. Marcia is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and brother-in-law Gene Gerwer. Marcia was the only daughter and eldest child born to James Bernard and Stella Mae Simms. She was predeceased by her parents as well as her brothers Ron and Jim. Twin brothers Billy and Bobby, died in infancy. Marcia came to Sacramento with her parents at the age of 3. She enjoyed her education and was involved in many activities including choir, student council, Jaycettes and 4-H, working her way up to leadership positions. She graduated from Grant Union High School in 1955 and kept in contact with many high school friends throughout her life, enjoying lunches, stories and numerous live Broadway musicals. Marcia had many careers — mostly in sales — which relocated her and her family to Florida, Ohio and Colorado. In 1980, she returned to California to start Stoney Creek Winery, later Gerwer Winery with her husband Vernon. In 1994 they purchased the Coldwell Banker real estate franchise in Placerville, from which she retired. Marcia also served as a planning commissioner for El Dorado County and was community-minded throughout her life. She served a three-year term as the first President of the Ponte Palmero Resident Association. Marcia lived the past 12 years and 9 months at Ponte Palmero Retirement Community in Cameron Park. She lived in the independent living community for more than nine years and in an assisted living apartment for the remaining three plus years. She could not have been prouder to call Ponte her home and was honored to have lived there longer than any other resident. Her family is forever grateful for the friendship and care she received. She leaves behind many Ponte staff and residents, whom she considered a second family. Marcia was curious in nature and had a funloving sense of humor. She unconditionally loved her family and made friends easily because she was genuinely interested in people. She found joy in simple pleasures and this spirit will be missed, but always remembered. She is loved by many. A memorial mass was held on Thursday, June 2, at 11 a.m. at Holy Trinity Parish Church, 3111 Tierra De Dios Drive, El Dorado Hills. A luncheon reception and celebration of life followed at the church. To help continue Marcia’s dedication to the community, the Vernon & Marcia Gerwer Memorial Community Service Fund has been established. Donations can be made to the El Dorado Community Foundation PO Box 1388, Placerville or online at edcf.fcsuite.com/erp/ donate/create?funit_id=1215.

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Paving planned on Echo Summit Mountain Democrat staff Motorists traveling on Highway 50 between Placerville and South Lake Tahoe will have to take a detour from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., June 7-9, according to Caltrans officials. Crews from Caltrans and its contractor Granite Construction will be repaving a 2-mile stretch of highway that was damaged from the 2021 Caldor Fire and the winter rock fall along the Echo Summit bluffs. Passenger vehicles and trucks will be detoured via Johnson Pass Road with one-way traffic in effect. Caltrans said delays of up to 30 minutes are expected on Johnson Pass Road. Commercial vehicles and passenger vehicles towing trailers will remain on Highway 50 over Echo Summit with one-way traffic control through the work zone. Delays of 30-45 minutes are expected over the summit. Weather or unexpected events may delay or prolong the work. Caltrans is also advising Highway 50 motorists of multiple one-way traffic controls between Kyburz and Meyers for ongoing repairs and hazardous tree removal due to the fire and travel delays in that area should be expected “for the next several weeks.”

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An El Dorado Disposal garbage truck that pulled up to El Dorado Hills Fire Department Station 85 wasn’t on it’s morning route May 27 — its load had caught fire. The ignition source appears to have been a lithium-ion battery, according to a statement from El Dorado Disposal management, who warned customers their trucks are equipped with “powerful compactors” that can cause batteries to start fires. No injuries were reported. El Dorado Disposal has drop locations for batteries at the Cameron Park and El Dorado Hills recycling centers, open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., as well as at the Material Recovery Facility in Placerville, open Friday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There is also a curbside service offered to residential customers.

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Animal Services chief. “Rabies can be fatal. El Dorado County Animal Services strongly urges pet owners to vaccinate all dogs, as required by state law, as well as cats against rabies and to keep their pets under a

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National Guard recruiting offices, as well as the home of the Boys and Girls Club, the site has been abandoned for a number of years. There are two separate parcels at 212 Armory Drive. The state owns the parcel with the existing facility while the county owns a smaller portion of the land. “There’s a little sliver of property located between the Armory and Ray Lawyer Drive,” Rivas said, clarifying that the county was in the process of transferring that property to the state in order to facilitate the development. The existing facility will be demolished to make way for construction of apartments with one- , two- and three-bedroom units, a multi purpose room, youth room, laundry room and property management office. The project site plan shows 96 parking spaces plus 12 covered parking spaces, patio areas, walkways and landscaping. “The state is the lead agency for the project,” Rivas said. Although the city has been an active proponent of the project, Rivas explained it “has no authority over the project.” Rivas pointed out that concerned citizens are afforded an opportunity to voice concerns during the review period. Completion of this project could assist the city in meeting its regional housing needs allocation, Rivas said. The state Department of General Services, along with Jamboree Housing, will provide more in-depth presentations to the Planning Commission July 15 and the City Council Aug. 9. In January 2019 Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Executive Order N-06-19, which effectively ordered the Department of General Services to create a digital inventory of excess state-owned properties, such as 212 Armory Drive. California ranks 49th in housing production per capita, according to the document. Restrictive local zoning and land use policies are cited as one cause for the shortage. By developing state-owned property, local ordinances and zoning can be circumvented and expedited for public use, states the document. As a result of this order there are 14 affordable housing projects in in the works across California, including two in Sacramento and one in South Lake Tahoe. Mayor Kara Taylor emphasized that comments on the project should be directed to the Department of General Services. However, if comments are sent to city staff inadvertently, they will be forwarded to the Department of General Services. Councilman Michael Saragosa asked for clarity on the city’s authority, if any, over the project. “If I own a piece of property in West Sacramento, it doesn’t mean I can do whatever I want with it just because I own it,” he said. “In terms of what they can do and not do, it’s not ‘sovereign’ land to them.” “It is sovereign land,” said Rivas, recalling the construction of the county government center within Placerville city limits. “The city’s avenue for review and comment was the environmental

document, so it’s the same here.” Saragosa wanted further clarity regarding the state’s authority in developing land in local municipalities. “In terms of state-owned property, the state owns a bunch of property in Natomas, so they can do basically anything they want to in Natomas without having to get the city or the county to say that’s OK?” Rivas confirmed, reiterating that California Environmental Quality Act documents are distributed to concerned local agencies to comment. “They are looking at some level of consistency with the local General Plan,” Rivas said, noting that the city has been an active and supportive partner in the process. “From the city’s perspective there is no conflict.” Councilman Dennis Thomas shared concerns regarding parking. “I see that we have 83 units with 98 parking spaces,” he said. With two- and three-bedroom units, Thomas maintained the parking allotment would not be enough to address the need. “I can see well over 150 vehicles if you do the math,” he said, asking if there was any control the city had over that aspect of the project. Rivas said developers added as many parking spaces as were possible. Additional parking was a driver behind obtaining the adjacent countyowned parcel, according to Rivas. City Attorney Mona Ebrahimi offered clarity on the subject of zoning codes. “Generally speaking, state agencies and school districts do not have to comply with a city’s zoning code,” she said. She referenced Senate Bill 35, approved September 2017, which streamlines the approval process of affordable housing projects and Senate Bill 330, the Housing Crisis Act, approved October 2019, which prohibits jurisdictions from reducing the legal limit on new housing or delaying new housing via regulatory barriers. Barring concerns over parking availability, public comment was in favor of the project. Thomas said the city has long had a need for affordable and workforce housing. “There’s a lot of people who say, ‘not in my backyard.’ But I think we have an opportunity here,” he said. “I think this looks like a really great project,” said Taylor. “A place with great amenities for people who live there. I really want to encourage anyone who has concerns to make sure that they make them known.” Comments can be sent by mail to the Department of General Services, 707 Third Street, 4th Floor West, Sacramento, CA 95605, and must be received no later than 5 p.m. June 10. The 100-plus page mitigated negative declaration document can be reviewed online via Dropbox at tinyurl. com/mrx8v8pd. Hard copies of the document can be obtained, for a fee, at Jamboree Housing Corporation, 555 Capitol Mall, Suite 625, Sacramento. For further questions about the project contact Eden Powell with Jamboree Housing at (916) 545-2448 or epowell@jamboreehousing.com.

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animals each year. In 2021 Animal Services identified a total of 11 animals (three bats, eight skunks) that tested positive for rabies in El Dorado County. Historically most rabid animals in El Dorado County are identified on the West Slope, with smaller numbers reported in the South Lake Tahoe area, according to Brzezinski. Animal Services Health Program Specialist Mary Hill said pet owners should ensure both dogs and cats are vaccinated. “Keeping cats up to date on their rabies vaccine is important due to the fact that many people keep their cats outdoors and cats are especially interested in wildlife,” said Hill. “Also, puppies may now be vaccinated as early as three months of age;

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ust a year after Proposition 13’s passage in 1978, California voters approved another taxpayer rights initiative called the Gann Spending Limit. Unlike Proposition 13, which was a direct limit on taxation, Gann was an attempt to limit Jon Coupal government spending. It limited the growth of state and local government expenditures to a baseyear level adjusted annually to reflect increases in population and inflation. Initially, the Gann Limit performed as designed and resulted in a modest rebate to taxpayers in 1987. But this success in limiting spending chafed the special interests that consume tax dollars. They rushed to support changes that weakened the Gann Limit, specifically Proposition 98 in 1988 and Proposition 111 in 1990. Those subsequent measures carved out exceptions for education and transportation spending, respectively, as well Given that both as substituting a the governor and far more generous legislative leaders inflation factor. Ironically, concede that several after Gann was billion dollars must be weakened, most public finance returned to taxpayers, observers — the question is how? including this It’s odd that so many author — wrongly assumed that commentators ... California would don’t refer to the never again bump up against the actual language in the limit. How wrong? California Constitution. Currently, vast amounts of tax revenues from capital gains and stock options, coupled with low inflation (at least until recently) and flat population growth, have brought Gann issues to the forefront. With a projected budget surplus of at least $97 billion for fiscal year 202223, California is now confronted with a Gann issue that can no longer be ignored. There are a few legal options available to political leaders to avoid having to return tens of billions back to taxpayers, such as paying down debt. But those options for Gann avoidance aren’t sufficient to prevent a Gann collision in the out years, especially 2024. Given that both the governor and legislative leaders concede that several billion dollars must be returned to taxpayers, the question is how? It’s odd n

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Letters to the Editor Grizzly Flat fire victims EDITOR: fter reading the May 23 Mountain Democrat article and viewing the video regarding the Caldor Fire effects on Grizzly Flat, my question is: Why isn’t Gov. Newsom, who was present on the video when President Biden made a commitment to the Grizzly Flat residents, out there banging on Biden’s door to ask him to fulfill his commitment to El Dorado County? Where is the support of our governor? Can somebody please help me out here? CAROL DOELL Placerville

Here we go again EDITOR: s a lifelong El Dorado County resident of more than 60 years now I have seen several droughts and several very wet winters along with plenty of normal winter runoff. Since it is the trend for our state and county to have these drought periods I’d like to think that our elected officials are taking this fact into account and will be imposing a building moratorium, right? I mean, since our officials — county, state and/or federal — cannot or will not act or even attempt to act on adding more water storage to store this essential ingredient to life during the wet periods, why would common sense not be used in stopping the adding of more and more households needing this resource? Instead, they will impose another summer of water restrictions to those of us who have been here for decades. All while they keep building hundreds if not thousands of new homes without adding another gallon of storage. This is the definition of insanity ... or could it be something else persuading our elected officials to overlook this issue? PHIL WHELAN Pollock Pines

Pendulum swings EDITOR: he progressive ideology has been on full display these past years for everyone to see and it’s not pretty. There are few times in our history where America has witnessed the

effects of the progressive ideology as clearly as what is happening today. Be it for the defunding of the police, open borders, abortion on demand as birth control, Critical Race Theory taught to prepubescents, decriminalization of society, identity politics, destruction of fossil fuels industry and our energy independence and so much more. The progressive leadership acknowledged that the American people weren’t willing to elect a clear progressive as president, so they supported an empty shell in Biden to be able to enact their agenda without interference from the voters. It is clear that the voters decided to say no to the progressive movement and are voting them out of power. What I have garnered in my 59 years of witnessing the transformation of American society is the progressive movement understands how far it can push before a genuine revolt by the public. The pendulum has swung about as far as it could in U.S. history. Progressives will not view this upcoming election as a defeat but a temporary correction before making another push to the left. In their mind, the pendulum will never swing back right. The progressives have tilted the metronome to lean left permanently. KEN STEERS Cameron Park

Ban horse slaughter EDITOR: am writing to you today to voice my opinion on positively banning horse slaughter in America and across the borders of Mexico and Canada. We need to get HR 3355 passed. End cruelty and crime and hold accountable the neglectful — even the American Quarter Horse Association and horse racing organizations, which dispose of horses they are done using to make money or will not perform for them anymore as expected. It’s called the Horse Slaughter Pipeline. You can check it out using various websites. BTW: There is a companion bill on the Senate side, SB 2732. I support the ban on horse slaughter as I have been on the front lines rescuing from kill pens for years and have seen the evidence. SIOUX SARLIS Broken Arrow Equine Rescue, Cool

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n Memorial Day I and three other Legion Post 119 members appeared carrying flags for the services at the El Dorado County Veterans Monument. I and two other representatives of veterans organizations were called on to lead Michael the pledge of allegiance. I had just finished reading “The Lucky Few, The Fall of Saigon and the Rescue Mission of the USS Kirk” by Jan K. Herman. David Zelinsky had loaned it to me. I procrastinated about reading it, but once I began it turned out to be an exciting story and a quick read. They weren’t just taking refugees flown in on Vietnamese Huey helicopters, which they had to shove over the side to make room for more. Paul Jacobs, commander of the USS Kirk, destroyer escort, was also assigned to oversee the sole ship to rendezvous with the Vietnamese Navy on Con Son Island 100 miles away from the ship’s position in the South China Sea. The USS Kirk was primarily armed to chase and destroy Soviet

submarines. It had a 5-inch gun, but not antiaircraft capability. The Vietnamese Navy was a flotilla of old, former USN or Coast Guard vessels. Once under way the USS Kirk periodically sent its engineering crew over to rebuild an engine on one of the older ships Raffety and restart the bilge pumps. Other crewmen would periodically show up to hose the decks off, since all the heads on those old ships ceased working. The 30,000 refugees crammed aboard those ships. The chief corpsman for the USS Kirk paid medical visits daily to all the ships, bringing water and food and medical care for rampant dysentery and pink eye. The USS Kirk’s assignment to escort the Vietnamese Navy had been arranged by Richard Armitage, a 1967 graduate of Annapolis, who shifted from ship to shore and was on special assignment from the U.S. Pentagon. The then-30-year-old Armitage later served during the President George W. Bush administration as a high-

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level State Department official. Those who knew Armitage more personally knew him as a person who began his day with 400 push ups and 300 sit ups. Others noted he picked up languages like piano players learn a tune by sound. He spoke Vietnamese. And he had a direct connection to high-level civilian sources in the Pentagon, enabling him to get the Kirk’s chief corpsman resupplied with medicines by a rapidly loaded C-130 dropping the barrels of medical supplies by parachute. All the pregnant women near term were transferred to the USS Kirk along with their mothers or husbands. None gave birth until they reached Guam. One gave her daughter a first name meaning starry night and a middle name of Kirk. To conduct the Vietnamese Navy into Subic Bay, Philippines, all the ships were reflagged as American and had an American officer assigned to each boat as it neared Subic Bay, jettisoning all ordinance and pistols. Cmdr. Paul Jacobs was promoted to captain, the rank at which he retired. He was a resident of El Dorado County when he died. A bronze relief plaque dedicated to Capt. Paul Jacobs

commemorates the crew of the USS Kirk shoving helicopters over the side. After reading the book I had no doubt this was an important dedication for the Veterans Monument on the east side of the county building. Two plaques once at El Dorado High School that eventually got lost and later found were transferred to the Veterans Monument: A plaque in memory of those who paid the ultimate price in World War II (listing KIAs all of El Dorado County) and a plaque in memory of 2,355 killed Dec. 7, 1941, at Pearl Harbor, dedicated by the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association, 1946. Other plaques of note include one for John Richard Rossi of the Flying Tigers, awarded two Distinguished Flying Crosses; a plaque for Col. William Sagaser of the Battle of the Bulge, awarded the Silver Star and Purple Heart; a plaque for Gunnery Sgt. Frank Brazelton, awarded the Silver Star in WWII, battle of Bougainville, among others; a plaque for Lt. Col. Edward Schleuter, Army Air Corps/USAF, Distinguished Flying Cross; a plaque for Major Kurt

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The Ponderosa Bruins held a team dinner the night before they competed at the CIF Swim and Dive Championships in Clovis May 12-14.

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Thomas Frey Staff writer Seventeen El Dorado County athletes competed in the 2022 CIF Swim and Dive Championships at Clovis West High School May 12-14 — nine from Ponderosa and eight from Oak Ridge. In total the schools combined for four top-10 finishes and nine top-15 finishes. In the girls’ 400-meter freestyle relay, the Ponderosa team consisting of Alice Stainer, junior Lexi Haymart, junior Caitlin Wham and senior Analeis Vos completed the race in a time of 3:27.32 to finish in seventh place.

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“We did the hard work beforehand to get there and we just got to throw it all out there,” Stainer said. The Trojans squad consisting of Phoebe Yoder, Callie Kowalchick, Kensi Elwell and Sydney Elwell finished just 1.5 seconds behind Pondo in 10th. All of the races were packed with not only the state’s best, but even some of the nation’s best. Santa Margarita Catholic High School freshman Teagan O’Dell competed in last year’s U.S. Olympic Trials before she even began high school. She was a part of her school’s 400meter freestyle team that competed n

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Eighty-one affordable housing units are proposed for 6035 Service Drive off Black Rice Road in Diamond Springs.

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This barely leaves a dent in the 3,700-affordable units needed in the county to offset the affordable housing shortage, Housing El Dorado Vice President Frank Porter reminded county leaders May 24. According to Porter, a housing analysis found more than half of people who commute to the county for work do so due to unaffordable or unattainable housing. While some were happy to hear the Board of Supervisors accept the grant during its meeting Tuesday, many who live in the Diamond Springs/ El Dorado area, including those who formed a community coalition to bring awareness to the proposed changes, expressed concerns the small communities will be overpacked with residents.

Caldor Fire Solutions to puzzles in Classified section of newspaper.

horoscope by Holiday Mathis n today ARIES (March 21-April 19). You started at your goal and planned backward. Now it seems some of the steps aren’t adding up to your desired result. The plan needs adjustment but it will still work. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Avoid severe approaches to problem solving. Even the larger problems will be solved with small moves today. Also, note that many things are better regulated than prohibited. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Drawing a hard line with yourself isn’t always the way. If your rules for yourself are causing you stress, consider changing them. The same goes for beliefs. A slight bend could make all the difference. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Attraction will depend not on what you do but how you do it. People who need care will be drawn in by your tenderness, but so will people who just prefer to be treated well. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). As a person of taste and style, you’re interested in the story of a thing and the deeper aspects of what it does and means. If anyone with money can have it, you’re not that interested. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). The day gives you options that come with a ticking timer. In a way, the constraint only helps matters, as it ensures a decision is made, possibly by default. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You want to bring joy to

someone. Make no assumptions on the matter. What qualifies as enjoyable to them is not what you would have chosen for yourself. Regardless, if you can make them smile, you’ll be happy. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Good manners, common courtesy and conforming to expectations will convey respect. Any breach in this regard will pack more punch than usual, but follow the rules and all goes smoothly. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’re skilled at turning negativity around on itself. Instead of thinking you’re not good at a task, you think, “This one isn’t coming easily, but I’m good at many other things. If it’s worth it, I’ll work on it and improve.” CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Routines are comfortable; ruts aren’t. Sprinkle in surprises, detours and new experiences. Even when things are going quite well, you’ll benefit from changing it up. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). There’s nothing wrong with negative feelings. In fact, they can lead to your best discoveries. A pang of dissatisfaction will lead to trying something new. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Even though you’re a social creature at heart, your solitude is precious to you. Today’s solo experience might just be so sweet that no other company can compete.

Continued from A1 The preservation of historical buildings, an increase of traffic, wildfire danger, poorly designed growth and need for water were all points of concern for these residents. District 3 Supervisor Wendy Thomas addressed traffic concerns, citing that land use in the county’s General Plan designates a 403-person maximum for the Diamond Springs Village Apartments project area. The project calls for a 186-person maximum. The county will issue the grant funds in the form of an interest-free loan to the developer through the General Fund. The developer, Sergei Oleshko, has to meet conditions of approval before groundbreaking can start.

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who dispatched a crew of Forest Service firefighters to hike in and eliminate the hot spot. When fire crews arrived May 30 a small section of the burning snag had fallen on the ground with fire in the remaining standing snag and in the log on the ground. Fire personnel estimated the snag was about 30 feet tall and 3 feet in diameter. At about 4,000 feet elevation that part of El Dorado County was covered by snow in the months following Caldor’s containment, but that isn’t always enough to fully douse embers that can smolder underground. “This blows my mind that it has been months, with a lot of snow, and this (fire) was still able to keep going,” Gallagher said. Overwintering fires, known as “zombie fires,” are seen around the globe and are not a new phenomenon. Reports of such blazes have come out of Alaska, Canada and the Arctic, and the recently-ranked largest fire in New Mexico history, the Calf Canyon Fire, was found last week to have been caused by a prescribed burn that reignited following at least three winter weather events. In the Eldorado National Forest,

such smoldering held through winter has been seen in the past in areas burned by the Cleveland (1992), King (2014) and Fork fires (2020), according to officials, who noted that on a burn scar as large as the 220,000plus acre Caldor Fire, hot spots are expected to pop up. On the Caldor Fire footprint reports of smoke have also come out of the Mormon Emigrant Road and Bonnetti Road areas. With little left to burn on the burn scar, these zombie fires likely won’t resurrect the full fury of Caldor’s flames but firefighters extinguish and patrol each incident. New technology is also at work to help determine if these hot spots have the potential to spark a new forest fire. “We are using new technologies to examine areas on the fire that tell us if an area has had high intense burning conditions or if an area didn’t burn with high intensities,” Bishop said. “This gives us an idea if there is a greater potential for fire spread via surface fuels on the ground.” Forest officials ask anyone who comes across smoke on the burn scar to call 911.

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Sahaida vault is top 3 in state Thomas Frey Staff writer As Abriana Stewart walked across the Oak Ridge High School graduation stage in El Dorado Hills, she was holding a largerthan-life cutout of her twin brother Luke’s face. Luke was down at Buchanan High School in Clovis for the 102nd CIF State Track and Field Championships along with fellow Trojan seniors Alison Sahaida and Kyle Burns, who were having a graduation of their own. The trio put on caps and gowns and Oak Ridge coach Rob Fairley called out their names and gave them their diplomas. It was a precursor to the next day when Sahaida would again have her name called after finishing

third in pole vault. Luke Stewart was racing in the 400 meters after scorching through the Sac-Joaquin Section Masters field the previous weekend at Davis High School, where Sahaida, Burns, Oak Ridge junior Quinn Walker and El Dorado senior Hannah Crone also qualified for state. Crone set numerous El Dorado records this season that had stood for decades and found herself competing against California’s best long jumpers two days after her graduation ceremony. In the Masters meet she leaped 18 feet, 6 inches. Another jump of that distance would have placed her in the top 10 at the state championships. But it wasn’t to be. Crone fouled on her first jump. Then on her

second jump she flew through the air and it might have been the jump to send her to the finals when a white flag went up. The referee signaled that it was a legal jump but the electronic measuring was still calibrating and it could not be counted. Crone’s day at state ended when she committed a foul on her re-jump. The following week at the El Dorado track and field awards banquet, the future University of California, Davis, Aggies student-athlete — who recorded a 4.18 grade point average this school year — was presented the Athlete of the Decade award by El Dorado head coach Peanut Harms. Quinn Walker and Luke Stewart of Oak Ridge ran the 800-

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Alison Sahaida, above, finished third at the 102nd CIF State Track and Field Championships at Buchanan High School in Clovis May 28. Sahaida was joined by fellow Trojans Kyle Burns, Luke Stewart and Quinn Walker as well as Hannah Crone from El Dorado High School in California’s most prestigous high school track meet. Oak Ridge senior Abriana Stewart, right, holds up a photo of her twin brother Luke Stewart at the Oak Ridge graduation May 27. Luke couldn’t be at his graduation because he was in Clovis for the state track and field championships.

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two lanes down from Ponderosa and won state by 9 seconds. “It was swimming at a higher level that I’ve never been to before but it was something I was super excited for at the same time,” Haymart said. The Bruins 200-medley relay team featuring Haymart, Vos, junior Caitlin Wham and senior Lily Magda also took seventh place. “We got to the block and all the nerves are there and then once you dive in, they kind of just go away and you are in it to win it at that point,” Haymart said. Vos also competed in two individual events, the 50-free and 100-free, where she took 13th in each. Elwell and Wham each swam the 100 butterfly and it was a close race throughout. Elwell hit the wall to finish 11th while Wham was .49 seconds behind her to finish in 13th. On the boys’ side, 1-meter diver Everett Tai from Oak Ridge took 12th. He is signed to

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meter and 400-meter, respectively. Walker was lining up to start the two-lap race just 5 miles down the road from where she helped lead the girls cross country team to a third place finish at state in the fall. The race went at an extremely fast pace and Walker never gave in. She took 22nd at state and held on to her spot by less than a second. Stewart — who is speaking with schools, but remains uncommitted — nearly topped his personal best time in the 400 that he set at Masters. In the one-lap race, it was a sprint to finish from the beginning. His blistering fast time of 49.36 seconds was good for 15th and he was the top finisher in the SacJoaquin Section. Sahaida and Burns are each headed to University of California, Berkeley, on scholarships and dazzled at state. In pole vault Burns finished ninth in the prelim, clearing 14 feet, 11 inches to reach the finals. The future Cal Bear vaulted 14 feet, 7 inches in the finals to finish 11th. On the girls’ side, Sahaida came into the meet fresh off setting a Masters record with a pole vault of 13 feet, 2 inches. She topped that in Clovis. The senior’s best jump was 13 feet, 5 inches and it led her to a third-place finish.

compete at Ivy League school Dartmouth University next season. Ponderosa had the same relay teams in the 200 freestyle and 400 freestyle consisting of seniors Collin Wham, Ethan Mueller, junior Devin Churning-Sibert and sophomore Koen Vos. In section championships the team didn’t place in the top 3 in the 400 freestyle but a fast enough time can still qualify a team. “We didn’t know if we made state or not because we didn’t place in the top 3,” ChurningSibert said, reflecting on sections. “But then I remember looking over to where the coaches were and then I just saw them get super happy because they knew we had made the time.” At state in the 400 the four reached the preliminary round, but in the 200 they reached the finals. “You’re a little nervous but it was super exciting being there so we just wanted to have fun,” Koen Vos said. “Everyone

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there was a pretty great swimmer.” As Wham, Mueller, Churning-Sibert and Koen Vos took their turns in the relay, they were in

the thick of things and took home eighth place. “I’m in awe of the (Bruins) accomplishments this season,” said Ponderosa

coach Dave Stoddard. “We knew the potential was there but just because there’s potential doesn’t meant that it’s going to be realized.”

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Sea otters are mammals and need to breathe air. They rest on their backs riding the swells of the sea. To keep from floating away, they wrap themselves in kelp that is growing out of the sea floor.

ea otters spend a lot of time swimming and hunting for food, but still have plenty of time for play. And watching a sea otter at play brings a smile to nearly anyone’s face.

Standards Link: Life Science: Students know that living organisms have distinct structures and body systems that serve specific functions in survival.

Are you an eagle-eyed reader? Read the articles below and correct the eight spelling and grammar errors you find. The first one is done for you.

Potential Fur-tastrophe! Sea otters once ranged from Baja California to Canada.

Today, they are only found in a small area of California’s

central cost. Wear there were once hundreds of thousands,

there are now less than 3,000.

Hunted

In the 1700s, european and

Russian sailors discovered sea

otters along the west cost of the United States and hunted them for their thick, warm fur. Over

the kourse of nearly 200 years, hundreds of thousands of sea

Sea otters eat crabs, clams and red sea urchins. Cracking the hard shells of these animals is a challenge, but the sea otter has found a solution. It is one of the few animals to use a tool. A hungry sea otter finds a rock on the sea floor, tucks it beneath a flap of loose skin under a forelimb, grabs a few clams and swims to the surface. Once there, the otter rolls over onto its back and places the rock on its chest. It bangs a clam against the rock until it breaks open then scoops out and eats the morsel of meat.

ea otters have very little body fat and rely on their fabulous fur to keep them warm in the cold Pacific ________. Their fur is thick—really thick—perhaps the ___________ fur in the world. If you were to put a penny on a sea otter, it would ____________ about 250,000 hairs. That is more than twice the _____________ of hair on your entire head. Otter fur holds tiny air bubbles, which serve as insulation against the ____________. If a sea otter’s fur gets __________, it won’t hold air as well. These creatures clean themselves often so that their fur can do its job. Imagine a world without the letter O. Using an article from today’s newspaper, cross out all the words containing the letter O. Give the article to a friend. Can your friend understand the article? Standards Link: Reading Comprehension: Understand word meanings from context clues.

Each day, a sea otter eats one-fourth of its own weight in food.

That would be like:

a 60-pound person eating

5 + 5 + 5 = ______

Do the math to find out how many pounds of food each person would eat if he or she were a sea otter!

pounds of food in one day. a 100-pound person eating

10 + 12 + 3 = ______ pounds of food in one day. a 148-pound person eating

15 + 17 + 5 = ______ pounds of food in one day.

Standards Link: Number Sense: Solve problems using addition.

Otter Home

Read the classified ads listing homes for sale. Based on what you learned from today’s Kid Scoop page about otters, write a classified ad describing the perfect home for an otter. Standards Link: Writing Applications: Write brief descriptions about objects.

OTTERS PACIFIC KELP URCHINS CLAMS TOOL DENSEST MORSEL SWELLS SOLUTION BUBBLES WEIGHT SMILE HAIR ROCKS

Find the words by looking up, down, backwards, forwards, sideways and diagonally.

otters were killed. In 1911, so few were left that people

agreed to step hunting them. By 1938, many scientists

thought they had died out and become extinct.

In March of 1938, Howard

Sharpe, an author who lived

on the California coast, saw a small groop of otters. That discovery jump-started an effort by scientists and

environmentalists to help this little colony grow.

Endangered Otters

Today, there is still a struggle

to keep otters from becoming extinckt. Pollution from

pesticides and waste from

humans and their pets wash

into the sea. These make otters

sick. California passed a law to stop pet waste from being

dumped into the ocean. Coastal Cleanup Days also help protect sea otters.

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U O S M A L C S A N B R N W Y I F R S O B S I E F P L E K I

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This week’s word:

INSULATE

The verb insulate means to cover or surround with something that stops the movement of heat. Air bubbles in their fur insulate sea otters from the cold. Try to use the word insulate in a sentence today when talking with your friends and family.

Talking Otter You have been asked to interview a talking otter on a television show. Write up this imaginary interview. What will you ask the otter? What will the otter say in response?

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KNOW Stellar student Congratulations to Alexander Gevirtz of El Dorado Hills, who recently graduated with a master’s degree in public health from the University of Vermont.

Now The El Dorado County Senior Nutrition Program seeks dedicated, caring volunteers for the homedelivered meals program. Each volunteer generally works one day each week on an assigned route, delivering meals 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. An orientation session for potential new volunteer drivers is scheduled 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, June 14, at the Placerville Senior Center, 937 Spring St. Call Senior Nutrition at (530) 621-6160 for more information. Pay It Forward El Dorado County hosts an Ashlee’s Toy Closet Toy Drive through June 30. Donate new, unwrapped toys at locations throughout the county. Email info@ payitforwardedc.com for more information. The Widowed Persons Club provides a support group for widowed men and women of all ages, as well as a wide 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.

June 7 Powell’s Steamer Company and Pub, 425 Main St., presents Eric Hill and Jonny Mojo for Taco Tuesday on the first and third Tuesdays of the month from 4-7 p.m. Stop by for some good food and good tunes. For more information call (530) 6261091.

June 8 UCCE Master Gardeners of El Dorado County host Edible Gardens, a class that covers all aspects of growing a vegetable garden, 9 a.m. to noon at the Cameron Park Community Center. For more information visit ucanr.edu/sites/EDC_ Master_Gardeners.

Mountain Democrat file photo by Mackenzie Myers.

While wildflowers are a springtime treat for much of California, July is primetime for varieties at Forni Meadows. Join ARC on a special hike July 9.

Spend summer exploring with the American River Conservancy Julie Allen American River Conservancy

merican River Conservancy hosts numerous summer events and hikes. All programs require online registration and are subject to change. No dogs allowed unless otherwise stated. For more information contact julie@arconservancy.org or visit ARConservancy.org/ events.

Endless Summer Nights – Concert Series at Wakamatsu Farm June 11, July 30 & Aug. 13: Formed in 2021, Hither & Yon is a folk/old-time string band from El Dorado County. Its sound is a reflection of traditional American and Celtic folkways and the bands shared love of wild nature and the poetry of dark ballads. Still Rock’n & Friends is a local, “feel good” band. Members live on the Divide and enjoy having guest musicians sit in on a few songs. Beer and wine is available for purchase. Bring your own cup or purchase a Klean Kanteen cup for $10. No outside alcohol permitted. Cost is $10/ person. Children younger than 12 free. Online registration highly recommended at app. donorview.com/OmNbZ.

Historical Placerville area cemeteries tour June 11: Visit four historical cemeteries, 9 a.m. to noon: Smith Flat cemetery, old

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Two summer hikes will take hkers up to the Five Lakes area in the Granite Chief Wilderness. “Upper” cemetery, old “City” cemetery and the small, historical Jewish cemetery near El Dorado High school. Enjoy close-up views of downtown Placerville while investigating gravestone markers dating back to the 1850s and learning about 19th century cemetery design. Keith Atwater is a longtime ARC member and has taught humanities, history and religions at the high school and college levels. Responsible teens and those older welcome. Suggested donation is $5/ members, $10/non-members. Register online at app. donorview.com/qoVml.

Pine needle basket class June 11: Learn the technique of coiling and how to start a basket out of pine needles in this one-day outdoor

workshop, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., led by basket-maker and ARC member Nettie Fox. This class is appropriate for all levels, beginning through advanced. All materials will be provided and space is limited. You will receive information on collecting, storing and dyeing pine needles. Learn all about materials, embellishments and a little history on the art of pine needle basket-making. Additional supplies will be available for purchase. Ages 12 and older welcome with adult supervision. Cost is $40/ members, $50/non-members. Register online at app. donorview.com/L6WMW.

Zen Meditation, Qigong in the Wakamatsu Garden June 12 & 23, July 17 & 21, Aug. 14 & 25: Join local

The El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce hosts a mixer/business builder blender with a grand opening/ribbon cutting to officially welcome The NOW Massage, 4356 Town Center Blvd., to El Dorado Hills, 5:30-7 p.m.

June 9 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. Enjoy Community Nights at Rucksack Cellars in Placerville, 6-8 p.m., n

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Still Rock’n & Friends will entertain the crowd during ARC’s summer concerts at the Wakamatsu farm.

mindfulness instructor Berry Crawford for a peaceful and relaxing event at the beautiful and historical Wakamatsu farm. This event will include sessions of Qigong, mindfulness meditation and walking meditation. Learn to relax, recharge and let go with these ancient and effective practices. Responsible/ quiet 12-year-olds and older welcome. Suggested donation is $5/members, $10/nonmembers. Register online at app.donorview.com/N7kge.

Granite Chief Picayune Valley overnight backpack trip June 18-19: ARC volunteer Tom Dodson will lead this exploration of the Granite Chief Wilderness Area Picayune Valley starting at Talbot Creek. Hike up along the middle fork of the American River passing through an old growth forest. After crossing the headwaters of the middle fork, emerge into the Picayune Valley, explore waterfalls and Indian petroglyphs and pass through several alpine meadows with wildflowers in bloom. The hike is moderate with no step elevation gains. Elevation is 5,600 feet. Camp at the upper end of the valley. After setting up camp, hike up to the saddle and have views of the Granite Chief. This is an overnight trip; bring your own backpack with supplies and food. Hike a total of 14 miles round-trip. Ages 12 and older with backpacking experience welcome. Dog on leash OK. Cost is $40/ members, $55/non-members (Drivers needed. Indicate desire when signing up.) Register online at app.donorview. n

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It is critical for schools to provide spaces dedicated to student wellbeing and mindfulness, as well as dedicated times during the day for students to utilize them. Pioneer Union School District understands the need for wellness spaces at all of its campuses of Pioneer Elementary, Walt Tyler Elementary and Mountain Creek Middle School. PUSD School Counselor Carolyn Spencer wanted to make a positive impact for her district. As a result of her efforts, PUSD was recently awarded a $10,000 Acorn grant from Women’s Fund El Dorado to pursue wellness and mindfulness programs for students. Spencer shared her thoughts about what the Women’s Fund El Dorado grant will do for PUSD. “This grant will help to create both private and

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Community supports Native Daughters fundraiser Michal Lawrence NDGW Marguerite Parlor No. 12

oncerned local residents joined Native Daughters from Sacramento, Jackson and Sutter Creek last month to share in celebrating the 135th anniversary of Placerville’s Native Daughters of the Golden West Marguerite Parlor No. 12 and help make primary medical services more accessible in El Dorado County. The Whatever 4 Quartet of Sweet Adelines entertained luncheon guests after the presentation of the Dorothy WunschelMarguerite Scholarship award of $1,000 for this year’s recipient Eileen Kearney, daughter of parlor member Jill Kearney, who accepted the check in her place. Eileen plans to continue her studies in geology as a junior at the University of California, Davis. During a social hour prior to the program, parlor yearbooks provided an historical view while poster displays highlighted the parlor’s current community service projects. Guests were able to preview raffle and silent auction prizes donated by parlor members as well as 25 local merchants, vineyards and restaurants Proceeds from the silent auction will help fund operational needs of the El Dorado Community Health Centers newly purchased mobile medical unit. A presentation ceremony is scheduled at 2:30 p.m. June 7 at the El Dorado Community Church hall in El Dorado.

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Terri Taylor, above photo, right, as property owner in Grizzly Flat whose cabin and trees burned to the ground in the Caldor Fire, traveled from Sacramento to support the Native Daughters fundraiser for the EDCHC mobile medical unit. She is seen here with Marjorie McKisson supervising district deputy grand president of Sutter’s Mill Parlor No. 336 in Coloma. At right, Barbara Seaton, deputy grand president to Marguerite Parlor No. 12, lends a hand cutting the parlor’s birthday cake. Members of the EDCHC Board of Directors and staff accompanied guest speaker Patrick Klein, EDCHC director of Program Development, who provided fliers featuring a finished view of their new building currently under construction on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville and a schematic drawing of the 26-foot mobile medical unit. It will contain two examining rooms and a bathroom in addition to the reception area where rural and underserved residents of the county will have access to the same services currently available at EDCHC locations in Placerville and Cameron Park. Klein explained that while the van has not yet been delivered, the EDCHC is working to develop the plan for its operation with

partner organizations, such as the Marshall Hospital Foundation, and to identify and make connections with libraries, community centers and others in order to establish venues for operating the unit and build trust with the communities it will serve. California-born women and men who want to contribute to the quality of life for residents in their community and are looking for an organization focused on the welfare of children and veterans, help for the disadvantaged, protection of the environment and preservation of California history and landmarks can explore membership in Native Daughters of the Golden West on its website, ndgw.org, or by calling Michal Lawrence, recording

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El Dorado Chapter – National Daughters of the American Revolution recently installed new officers who will serve on the Board of Directors for the chapter during the 2022–24 term. The new board members are: Regent Sally Johns; Vice Regent Peggy Nungesser, Second Vice Regent Deborah Clendenning, Chaplain Sharon Pew, Recording Secretary Sandra Hand, Treasurer Janice Pringle, Registrar Bonnie Battaglia, Historian Rebecca Parks and Librarian Colleen Harrison. After the installation, outgoing regent Ann Chambers and incoming regent Sally Johns ceremoniously pinned each other with a DAR past and current chapter regent pin. The incoming regent also presented each new board member with a golden remembrance while expressing to each one, “You are gold to me.” The May meeting also included a special presentation made by guest speaker Carol Ann Nolan, director of District 2, California State Society DAR, who preceded her talk by announcing a new DAR designation for select chapters, the Lantern Chapters. This recognition is given to any DAR chapter that transfers an organizing regent or five or more members to organize a new chapter. The chapter that receives the members will receive the same designation. In May 2021, 12 members of the El Dorado Chapter worked together to establish the new Charlotte Parkhurst Chapter, NSDAR. In recognition of the support of the El Dorado Chapter, Director Nolan presented El Dorado Chapter Regent Chambers with a lantern to honor and commemorate the sharing of the shining light of DAR that allowed for the establishment of the Charlotte Parkhurst Chapter. Moving to the presentation portion of the program Nolan provided an engrossing talk titled, “Ann Lowe: Alabama to the White House.” A name unknown to most people, Lowe, an African-American great granddaughter of an enslaved woman, was a well-established designer who created and was responsible for making the wedding and attendant dresses for the marriage of Jacqueline Bouvier to John F. Kennedy in 1953 — easily one of the best remembered bridal gowns of all time. Although sought after by the elite, Lowe was initially not mentioned as the designer of the dress. Ultimately, her fame and name became well established. Lowe passed away in 1981, but her legacy continues as many of her creations

are now on display in traveling exhibits and museums, including the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. Several committees made brief presentations or updates. The Service for Veterans Committee announced that in addition to delivering the chapter’s generous donation of food and supplies to local veterans, they have also been working to complete their endeavors on the Placerville Union Cemetery Veterans Internment Roster Project. Led by committee chair Betty Price Crockford, the team entered researched details into a database, developed by member Terri Sanne and her husband Rick Sanne, that identifies an estimated 379 interred or inurned veterans, including about 58 veterans who were members of the American Legion. The database was forwarded to the El Dorado County Cemetery Administrator for future use. The chapter members were also very touched by update from Peggy Nungesser, who described the status of her son’s work in Poland through the nonprofit Bread of Life International he and his wife started in that country in 2005. The organization was originally established to help the homeless and the very poor in Poland. The program is now active in six countries, including working in 36 different cities, towns and villages in Poland. With the outbreak of the fighting in Ukraine, the mission has expanded to assist the Ukrainian refugees. Given the number of volunteer work and other activities, chapter programs sometimes include recognitions for exceptional accomplishments. Among her last presentations as the out-going regent, Chambers announced the many recognitions recently presented to the El Dorado Chapter at the annual spring meeting of California State Society DAR, reflecting the commitment and diligence of the chapter daughters, working together to help others. In addition, members Liz Powell and Patti Cook-Larson received certificates and cords in recognition of having completed the members training. Any woman 18 years or older may join the DAR by documenting her lineage to an ancestor either male or female who aided the cause of the American independence through military, civil or patriotic service. DAR n

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Registration open for school board workshop Dina Gentry EDC Office of Education Voters will make many decisions on Election Day in November, including the selection of individuals to fill open seats on school boards throughout the county. The El Dorado County School Boards Association and the El Dorado County Office of Education will host the Prospective School Board Member Workshop for those interested in serving local schools, students and families. Learn about the roles and responsibilities of public school boards and board members, the school budget cycle that drives so much of a board’s annual calendar and basic information about running in the November 2022 election.

Presented by county Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ed Manansala and Eric Stevens of Edwards, Stevens & Tucker LLP, topics will include: • Board member roles and responsibilities • Commitment and expectations • Brown Act overview The Prospective Board Member Workshop takes place 5:30-7 p.m. Monday, June 13, at EDCOE Room B-2, 6767 Green Valley Road in Placerville. There is no charge to attend and dinner will be provided. More detailed information on the election process can be obtained from the El Dorado County Elections Department, which will also host election workshops. RSVP to Kim Stewart at kstewart@ edcoe.org by Wednesday, June 8.

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Golden Sierra grads get help from women’s club News release Thanks to another year of Divide Women’s Club fundraising, the club was able to provide $3,500 to four very deserving graduating Golden Sierra High School seniors. All proceeds from fundraising efforts throughout the year fund these scholarships for local students. Those receiving $1,000 awards are: Victoria Pereira, who plans to study animal health program at Sierra College and eventually become a veterinarian; Stella Barbato, who plans to attend a community college to study kinesiology; and Korbin McCanless, who plans to either attend Cuesta College or a four-year state college to major in architectural design. The Lillian Lafaille scholarship of $500 went to Brooke Bernoudy for her writing abilities. The mission of the Divide Women’s Club is to provide scholarships to graduating seniors at Golden Sierra High School. Club membership is open to all women of the Divide; meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month, September through May. For further information visit the Facebook page or contact President Alice Wenger; aliwenger45@gmail.com. Divide Women’s Club is a Georgetown Divide Recreation District Community Partner.

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Golden Sierra grads Victoria Pereira, Korbin McCanless, Stella Barbato and Brooke Bernoudy received scholarships from the Divide Women’s Club.

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Cosumnes headwater meadow walk July 13: Meander through a beautiful meadow of the Middle Fork Cosumnes River, with lunch adjacent to a waterfall. Enjoy a brief discussion of meadow restoration project with naturalist volunteers from the Cosumnes Coalition. This is an intermediate, high-elevation, 2-mile hike with some steep areas and slippery/rocky terrain on an undefined trail. Steady rain or lightning storms cancel. Ages 12 and older and well-behaved dogs welcome. Hike is free. Register online at app. donorview.com/X4W6Q.

Granite Chief Whiskey Creek/Five Lakes/ Shanks cove Trail Overnight Backpack Trip July 16-17: ARC volunteer Tom Dodson will lead this exploration of the Granite Chief Wilderness Area Picayune Valley starting at Talbot Creek. Hike up along the middle fork of the American River passing through an old growth forest. After crossing the headwaters of the middle fork emerge into the Picayune Valley and explore waterfalls and Indian petroglyphs. Through the valley, pass through several alpine meadows with wildflowers in bloom. The hike is moderate with no steep elevation gains. Elevation is 5,600 feet. Camp at the upper end of the valley. After setting up camp, hike up to the saddle and have views of the Granite Chief. This is an overnight trip; bring your own backpack with supplies and food. Hike a total of 12 miles round trip. Age minimum 12 years old with backpacking experience. Cost is $40/members, $55/non-members (Drivers needed. Indicate desire when signing up.) Register online at app. donorview. com/3PYQ9.

Capturing Wakamatsu: A poetry walk/ workshop July 24: Taylor Graham, El Dorado County’s first Poet Laureate, and Poet Taylor Graham award-winning Sacramentoarea poet Katy Brown will lead an exploration of farmhouse, barn and surroundings, then ask participants to write a poem inspired by what they’ve experienced, 9 a.m. to noon. Any who wishes to may share their poems with the group and ARC. Children 8 and older welcome with adult supervision. Suggested donation is $5/members, $10/non-members. Register online at app. donorview.com/Ebmek.

Granite Chief Picayune Valley overnight backpack trip Aug. 27-28: ARC volunteer Tom Dodson will lead this exploration of the Granite Chief Wilderness Area from the Grayhorse Valley Trailhead, Grayhorse Valley Trail. Start off the day with a hike up to the end of the Grayhorse Valley up to the saddle. From the east you will be able to see the Granite Chief Wilderness. Hike down to Whisky Creek for the evening. On Sunday morning take a short hike to Five Lakes for a swim. After lunch hike back up along the backside of Picayune Valley. This is an overnight trip; bring your own backpack with supplies and food. Hike difficulty is intermediate with 1,000-foot elevation gains at the beginning and end of the hike, a total of 14 miles round trip. Age minimum is 14 years old with backpacking experience. This is not a beginner’s backpacking trip. Cost is $40/members, $55/ non-members (High clearance vehicles & drivers needed. Indicate desire when signing up.) Register online at app.donorview.com/P7jgv.

Tour of the Wakamatsu Farm night sky Aug. 27: The late summer dusk will reveal the splendors of the night sky. Learn about constellations and their mythologies, the embedded landmark stars and planets in view. Listen to this relaxing tour from the comfort of your chairs, cots or hammocks. Bring binoculars if you wish. Herb Tanimoto, Wakamatsu historian, author and amateur astronomer, will lead this unique sky tour. There will be no telescopes. Responsible teens and older welcome. Smoke/ cloudy skies cancels. Suggested donation is $5/ members, $10/non-members. Register online at app.donorview.com/739Mn.

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June 10 Visit the Sherwood Demonstration Garden, 6699 Campus Drive in Placerville, open to the public, 9 a.m. to noon Fridays and Saturdays. See the many plants, trees, succulents, natives and more. 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. Boeger Winery in Placerville hosts Enchanted Evenings with live music, food trucks and great wine, 5:30-8:30 p.m. The music lineup features: Stay Tuned (June 10), Ken Masada (June 17), Tritones (June 24), Gene Barnett (July 1), Matt Freemont (July 8), Keep on Truckin’ (July 15) Jordan Lucero (July 22), Not for Profit (July 29), Waiting for Sunday (Aug. 5), Jason Weeks (Aug. 12), Jax Hammer (Aug. 19) and Loose Engines (Aug. 26). For more information visit boegerwinery.com/events. Via Romano Vineyards in Placerville hosts Pizza the Patio, 6-9 p.m. the second and fourth Friday of the month with the following musical acts: Neon Pickle (June 10), Greg & Bart (July 8) and Jason Weeks (July 22). For more information call (530) 269-9463. Musician Ed Wilson will perform 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Smith Flat House in Placerville. Be Brave Bold Robot performs at 7 p.m. at the Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets visit tickets. clubgreenroom.com. Andis Wines in Plymouth hosts Music on the Patio, 6-9 p.m., featuring the Trio Tones and Blue Stone Pizza. Reserve a table at andiswines.com. The Cordova Community Council hosts free Moonlight Movies, 8:30 p.m. at Village Green Park, 3141 Bridgeway Drive in Rancho Cordova. See “High School Musical” (June 10), “Grease” (June 17) and “Sing” (June 24). The California Capital Documentary Film Festival takes place June 10-12 in Rancho Cordova. For more information visit calcapdocfest.org.

June 11 The El Dorado Hills Community Services District hosts its Fishing Derby, 8-9:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at Village Green Park, 4655 Serrano Parkway, El Dorado Hills. For more information visit edhcsd.org. The 58th DeCelle Memorial Lake Tahoe Relay features teams of seven running 8 to 12 miles on each leg of the race covering the 72 miles around Lake Tahoe. Learn more and register at laketahoerelay.com.

The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors hereby notices a public hearing, pursuant to former Government Code § 25210.77a(b), given continuing effect through Government Code § 25210.3(d), and El Dorado County Ordinance Code § 3.30.03, to confirm the annual report of benefit assessments/service charges within the following Zones of Benefit within County Service Area No. 2, County Service Area No. 3, and County Service Area No. 9 for Fiscal Year 2022/2023, noting that the benefit assessments/ service charges are pre-existing charges that are authorized under state law, amounts of the benefit assessment/service charges have been in place and collected since prior to the effective of Proposition 218 (November 6, 1996), and that there have been no changes to the amounts or methodology for calculating the amounts since they were established. The purpose of the hearing is to comply with annual reporting requirements under former County Service Area law. The hearing will be conducted concurrently for County Service Areas 2, 3, and 9 benefit assessments/service charges and for County Service Area 10 Waste Management Fees. CSA 2 - Road Zones Arrowbee Zn A Hidden Lake Zn B CSA 3 - Snow Removal Equipment Zones South Shore Zn 98501 West Shore Zn 98504 City of South Lake Tahoe CSA 3 – Vector Control Mosquito Abatement CSA 9 Lighting/Landscape Zones Highlands Vlg 1&2 Zn 98507 Barnett Business Pk Zn 98534 Emerald Meadows Zn 98580 CSA 9 - Drainage Zones Carson Crossing Drive Zn 98310 Creekside Est Zn 28 Stonegate Village Zn 31 La Cresta Zn 41 Bar J Ranch Zn 45 Waterford Zn 44 Parkview Heights Zn 48 Stoneridge Zn 50 Ridgeview Estates Zn 51 Crescent Ridge Zn 52 Green Valley Hills Zn 53 Village Center Zn 55 Winterhaven Zn 58 Fairchild Vlg Zn 59 Southpointe Zn 62 Marina Hills Zn 63 Marina Woods Zn 65 Summit Zn 66 Crown Valley Zn 67 Eastwood Park Zn 71 Oak Tree Meadows Zn 73 Long View Estates Zn 76 Sierra Sunrise Zn 77 Sundown Estates Zn 78 Cavalry Meadows Zn 79 Creekside Greens Zn 98389 CSA 9 - Road Zones Oakleaf Circle Zn 13 Carlson Drive Zn 15 East El Largo Zn 21 Gilmore Vista Zn 22 Tegra Zn 23 Walnut Drive Zn 24 Creekside Drive Zn 27 Many Oaks Lane Zn 32 West Greensprings Zn 37 King of the Mountain Zn 38 Randolph Canyon Zn 39 Blanchard Estates Zn 45 River Pines Estates Zn 46 Rancho Ponderosa Zn 54 Green Valley Oaks Zn 69 A complete listing of all affected parcels and benefit assessment amounts is on file with the Clerk of the Board, is available at the County of El Dorado website: http:// www.edcgov.us, with the Board of Supervisors Agenda Reports for June 14, 2022, and on file with El Dorado County Department of Transportation. Said hearing will be held at the meeting place of the Board of Supervisors, 330 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA at 1:00 P.M., or as soon as possible thereafter on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at which time the Board will hear objections and protests to the assessments. Letters commenting on or objecting to these actions may be mailed to the Board office at 330 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 by June 7, 2022. If an assessment is contested,

the hearing may be continued by the Board until a later date. DATED: May 9th, 2022 County of El Dorado, Department of Transportation 2850 Fairlane Court Placerville, CA 95667 (530) 621-7595 5/23, 6/6 10376 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors hereby notices a public hearing pursuant to former Government Code § 25210.77e, given continuing effect through Government Code § 25210.3(d), and Government Code § 25830, Public Resources Code § 41901, and El Dorado County Ordinance Code § 3.30.03, to confirm the annual written report for the previously established Waste Management Fees within County Service Area No. 10 (CSA 10) for the fiscal year 2022/2023 fiscal year, noting that the annual fees listed below are pre-existing charges authorized under state law, and have been in place and collected since prior to the effective date of Proposition 218 (November 6, 1996) with no change in the amounts or methodology for calculating the amounts. The purpose of the hearing is to comply with the annual reporting requirements under former County Service Area law. The hearing for County Service Area 2, 3, and 9 benefit assessments/services charges and County Service Area 10 Waste Management Fees will be conducted concurrently. Solid Waste (Charge Code 73292): $17.00 per equivalent dwelling unit (EDU) within the West Slope of CSA 10, including the City of Placerville, for the purpose of Solid Waste Management. Liquid Waste (Charge Code 73293): $15.00 per improved parcel that requires septage disposal services, but which are not otherwise served by a public sewer system within the unincorporated of the Western Slope of CSA 10 for the purpose of Liquid (Septage) Waste Management. Litter Abatement (Charge Code 73299): $6.00 per improved parcel within Zone of Benefit C, the unincorporated area of the Tahoe Basin of CSA 10 for the purposes of contributing toward the Clean Tahoe Program and the County’s Integrated Waste Management Plan for the Tahoe Basin, including litter abatement, waste reduction and recycling programs. Household Hazardous Waste (Charge Code 73294): $3.00 per EDU within CSA 10 for the purpose of Household Hazardous Waste Management. Solid Waste Reduction SLT (AB 939) (Charge Code 73295): $3.00 per improved parcel within the incorporated City of South Lake Tahoe within the Tahoe Basin area of CSA 10 for the purpose of contributing toward the Integrated Waste Management Plan for the Tahoe Basin, including waste reduction and recycling programs. A complete listing of all affected parcels and the Solid Waste and Household Hazardous Waste Generation Table of Equivalent Dwelling Units for CSA No. 10 Fiscal Year 2021/2022 by which certain fees described herein are determined are on file with the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, are available at the County of El Dorado website: http://www.edcgov. us with the Board of Supervisors Agenda Reports for June 14, 2022, and on file with El Dorado County Community Development Services Administration and Finance. Said hearing will be held at the meeting place of the Board of Supervisors, 330 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA at 1:00 P.M., or as soon as possible thereafter, on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at which time the Board will hear objections and protests to the fees. Letters commenting on or objecting to these fees may be mailed to the Board office at 330 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 by June 7, 2022. DATED: May 9th, 2022 County of El Dorado, Department of Transportation 2850 Fairlane Court Placerville, CA 95667 (530) 621-7595 5/23, 6/6 10377

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volunteers in the El Dorado Chapter can provide guidance and assistance in locating a patriotic ancestor and assist with the research for documents that will prove this lineage. Besides interest in genealogy, the club is a nonprofit, non-political volunteer women’s service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history and securing America’s future through better education of children. For more information email Johns at snlongjohns@yahoo.com or visit dar.org.

Vino Noceto in Plymouth hosts a Summer Soiree all day, featuring great wines plus cool vendors. Reservations are required for parties of eight or more. Call (209) 245-6556 or email kdagostini@noceto.com. Gwinllan Estate, 7060 Fairplay Road in Fair Play, hosts Paella on the Patio Saturday, 6-9 p.m. Call (530) 723-2879 for more information. Delfino Farms in Camino hosts Folk on the Farm, 6-10 p.m. with the following musical lineup: Whitney Rose (June 11), Lilly Hiatt (June 18), The Wilder Blue (June 25), Charles Wesley Godwin (July 9), Vincent Neil Emerson and Red Shahan (July 23), The Coffis Brothers (Aug. 6, club member exclusive) and Jesse Daniel (Aug. 27). For more information visit delfinofarms.com. MAU performs at 7 p.m. at the Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets visit tickets.clubgreenroom. com. Knight Foundry, 81 Eureka St. in Sutter Creek invites everyone to visit on this month’s Second Saturday Tour Day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. They’re firing up the antique blacksmithing forge, pouring and crafting hot metal, re-creating the ancient art of tinsmithing and demonstrating the magnificent and still-intact machinery. Visitors can tour at their own pace, meeting and talking with expert docents throughout the complex. For more information email info@knightfoundry.com, visit knightfoundry.com or Call (209) 560-6160.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0547 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GRIGSBY LABEL LLC, located at 4995 Hillsdale Circle, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762/Mailing Address: 502 E Whitmore Ave, Modesto, CA 95358 Registered owner(s): GRIGSBY LABEL LLC, 4995 Hillsdale Circle, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: DE The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 07/12/2016 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Craig Hardy CRAIG HARDY, CFO 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 05/12/2022. 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) 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27 10481 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0637 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: RECRUITERS FORCE, located at 1109 Bevinger Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Monica P Adragna, 1109 Bevinger Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/20/2018 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Monica Adragna MONICA ADRAGNA, 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 05/31/2022. 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) 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27 10482 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0632 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PLACERVILLE WATER, located at 104 Bluejay Drive, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): 1. Randall S Watkins, 104 Bluejay Drive, Placerville, CA 95667, 2. Kelli L Watkins, 104 Bluejay Drive, Placerville, CA 95667 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/ Randall S Watkins RANDALL S WATKINS 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 05/31/2022. 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) 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27 10483 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday, June 14th, 2022 at the hour of 6pm in the 7061 Mt Aukum Rd, Somerset, California, for the purpose of establishing, by resolution, the appropriation limits for the 202223 fiscal year for the Pioneer Fire Protection District as described in article XIII B of the State Constitution. The proposed appropriation limits are $ 1,209,617.00. At said hearing the Pioneer Fire Protection District will consider all comments by interested persons. Date: 05/18/2022 Christina S Holum, Secretary Board of Directors of Pioneer Fire Protection District 6/6, 6/8, 6/10 10484 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CV0702 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Karen Lynn Musial filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: KAREN LYNN MUSIAL Proposed name: LYNN JOSEPHINE MUSIAL 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to

the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: JULY 29, 2022, 8:30 A.M. DEPT. 9 AT SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF EL DORADO, 3321 Cameron Park Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682. 3. A copy of the ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Mountain Democrat. This order has been filed on MAY 27, 2022. /s/ Dylan Sullivan DYLAN SULLIVAN, Judge of the Superior Court 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27 10485 PUBLIC NOTICE, CITY OF PLACERVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING The Placerville Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on June 21, 2022 at 6:00 pm at Town Hall (549 Main Street) on the following agenda items: Site Plan Review (SPR) 22-02: Consideration of a request to install a 40’ x 8’ x 9.5’ sea-land shipping container for facility use; Environmental Determination: California Environmental Quality Act Categorical Exemption (Class 11), Section 15311; Location: 399 Placerville Drive, Placerville, CA. A.P.N.: 323-400-002, Zone: C (Commercial); Applicant/Property Owner: Mother Lode Rehabilitation Enterprises, LLC; Agent: Susie Davies, Executive Director; Site Plan Review (SPR) 22-04: Consideration of a request for Site Plan Review for the alteration of buildings within a Historic District involving new James Hardie vertical panel siding to existing home, replacement of seven existing aluminum windows with Anlin white vinyl sliding windows, and painting of exterior; Environmental Determination: California Environmental Quality Act Categorical Exemption (Class 1), Section 15301(a); Location: 2902 Bedford Ave, Placerville, CA. A.P.N.: 001-192-027, Zone: R-2/H (Low Density Multi-Family Residential) – Historic District; Applicant/ Property Owner: Michelle Spremich, Agent: Rachel Moore, Taylor Made Construction. For further information regarding these applications, you may review the files for this request at the Development Services Department during regular business hours, Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. prior to the public hearing; alternatively, the public may view filed documents via the Planning Division’s, Current Development Projects webpage:

https://www.cityofplacerville.org/ current-development-projects. The Planning Commission may propose modifications or other conditions deemed to be appropriate. Any persons interested in these matters are invited to attend and present testimony either for or against the proposed applications. If you challenge the action taken on these matters in court, the challenge may be limited to raising only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence to the Development Services Department at, or prior to, the public hearing. Written comments on these projects may be submitted at the hearing or prior to the hearing, by mailing or delivering them to the Development Services Department, Planning Division, 3101 Center Street, 2nd Floor, Placerville, CA 95667, or by email: pv.planning@gmail.com. For inclusion in the agenda packet to be distributed, written comments of interested parties should be submitted to the Development Services Department prior to Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. Any person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should direct such request to the City Clerk (530) 642-5531 at least 72 hours before the meeting, if possible. 6/6 10487 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held on Thursday, June 23th, 2022 at the hour of 7 PM in the Mosquito Fire Protection District, Station 75, 8801 Rock Creek Road, Placerville, Ca 95667 for the purpose of establishing, by resolution, the appropriation limits for the 2022-23 fiscal year for the Mosquito Fire Protection District described in article XIII B of the State Constitution. The proposed appropriation limits are $ 350,185.44 At said hearing the Mosquito Fire Protection District will consider all comments by interested persons. Date: June 2, 2022 Sharlyn Fields, District Board Clerk Mosquito Fire Protection District Board of Directors of Mosquito Fire Protection District. 6/6 10488 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held on the 23rd of June, 2022 at the hour of 7 PM at the Mosquito Fire Protection District, Fire Station #75, 8801 Rock Creek Rd, Placerville, Ca 95667, for the purpose of approving the Preliminary Budget for the 20222023 fiscal year for The Mosquito Fire Protection District. At said hearing the Mosquito Fire Protection District will consider all comments by interested persons. 6/6 10489

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEARBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing of the Board of Directors of the Cameron Park Community Service District will be held: June 22, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Cameron Park Community Service District 2502 Country Club Drive Cameron Park, CA The purpose of this Public Hearing is to receive and consider any objections from members of the general public or property owners liable to be assessed for the costs of weed abatement per the ‘Cameron Park Weed and Rubbish Abatement Ordinance No. 2020.03.18’. Also to receive any protests and to confirm the cost report for removal of weeds, grasses, hazardous vegetation, waste or combustible materials from property due to the refusal of a property owner to comply with the ‘Cameron Park Weed and Rubbish Abatement Ordinance No. 2020.03.18’. The properties proposed to be assessed are: Property Owner Eggert, Wayne F Jr & Polly R Turner, Carolyn Loung, Sean & Diane Claud Inocencio Telan Saturn Investments LLC

APN 082-123-006 082-122-014 082-182-002 083-261-007 083-052-005

Property Address 2915 Knollwood Dr 2904 Knollwood Dr 2816 Holly Hills Ln 3453 Jose Ct La Crescenta Dr

This hearing is open to the public and any person present will have the opportunity to be heard. For further information regarding this matter, please contact the Cameron Park Community Service District at (530) 677-2231. 6/6 10486

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Thu 6/09 Rotary Club of Winters Weekly Lunch @ 12:15pm / $5-$20 Buckhorn, 2 Main Street, Winters

Editor's Pick Adam Aldama: The Red Corvettes (Prince Tribute) at Powerhouse! @ 10pm

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@ 12:30pm Yerba Buena Gardens, 750 Howard St, San Francisco

Sat 6/11

@ 5pm CURATOR’S CORNER: Gallery Cu‐ rator Emmanuelle Namont in Con‐ versation with artist and educator Arielle Rebek, a deeper look into the artist’s practice and a dis‐ course about the photographic medium. CHUNG | NAMONT, 4071 24th Street, San Francisco. info@ chungnamont.com, 415-795-1643

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Thursday Jun 16th

Editor's Voice

@ 2pm Audio Nightclub, 316 11th St, San Francisco

The Beer Scouts: Beer Scouts Rock El Dorado County Fair!

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@ 7:30pm El Dorado County Fair & Event Center, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville

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SPACE YACHT: Schadefornia SF

The Beer Scouts are Rob Ruiz (12 string bass/vocals), Howard Vatcher (guitar/vocals) and Kenny Susan (drums, vocals). They play straight ahead rock and roll original and cover tunes in�uenced by artists such as the Beatles, //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Brownsville Station, Cheap Trick, the Smithereens, Grand Funk Railroad, Chuck Berry Santa Jam Vó Alberta: and even the Monkees! In their careers the members of the Beer Scouts have shared the stage with the biggest SANTA JAM | US Tour names in rock music, including Van Halen, Jeff Beck, Bob Dylan and many more. The Beer Scouts are on a mis‐ San Francisco | On Street sion to �nd a few good bars in their quest to bring the fun back to rock ’n’ roll music. Their motto: “Will Rock For @ 2pm Beer”! Hayes Valley Art Works, 295 Oak St, San Francisco Concord Tap House, 3513 Clayton Rd,, Concord

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Adam Aldama: The Aces at SacPRIDE! @ 11am Capitol Mall, Sacramento

Will Breman: Live @ SacYard Community Tap House w/ Lindsey Marie @ 3pm

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@ 7pm Vesuvio Cafe, 255 Columbus Ave, San Francisco

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"Harry Potter and the Cursed Child"

Better Together: A Concert Bene�ting buildOn w/ Michael Franti and John Forté

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Michelle Lambert: Solano @ 5pm / $35 @ 1pm //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Curran Theater, 445 Geary Street, County Fair Vallejo's See Michael Franti perform in San “SINGULALRIS” - Exhibition of Comedian Gianmarco San Francisco @ 8pm Francisco on 6/15 and support Unique Photographic Works by 32nd //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Soresi Solano County Fair Association, global nonpro�t buildOn's work Bay Area artists ARIELLE REBEK Annual @ 7:30pm / $11.50 "The Paper Dreams of 900 Fairgrounds Dr, Vallejo with Bay Area youth! Salesforce and RON MOULTRIE SAUNDERS Cobb's Comedy Club, 915 Colum‐ //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// June‐ Harry Chin" Park, 425 Mission Street, San Fran‐ at CHUNG | NAMONT art gallery in bus Ave, San Francisco @ 7pm / $17.50-$30 Well-Strung teenth cisco. info@buildon.org Noe Valley. On view from May 10 //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// San Francisco Playhouse, 450 Post @ 8pm / $45 //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// July 9, 2022. CHUNG | NAMONT, Celebra‐ Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco Feinstein's at the Nikko, 222 Ma‐ 4071 24th Street, San Francisco. Music City Entertainment tion, Saturday, June 18, //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// son Street, San Francisco info@chungnamont.com, 415-795SF: Jose Canchola @Off Rotary Club of Davis //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// 2022, Martin Luther Sam Harris: "Openly Gray" 1643 the Grid Pleasant Hill Weekly Lunch + Program @ 8pm / $49 Tomo Nakayama //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// King, Jr. Park @ 5pm @ 12:15pm Feinstein's at the Nikko, 222 Ma‐ @ 8pm JourneyDay Music @ 11am Off the Grid: Pleasant Hill, 138 Tre‐ See website for details . University son Street, San Francisco Russ Room, 730 K St, Sacramento @ 1:30pm lany Rd, Pleasant Hill Vallejo Juneteenth fea‐ Park Inn and Suites, 1111 Richards //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Aquarian Plants, 114 W D St, Beni‐ //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// tures live music and enter‐ Boulevard, Davis. jen.kukis@ed Alyssa Cowan: Stand-Up cia Barrio Manouche: Gypsy tainment, food and mer‐ wardjones.com, 530-564-4655

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Temple Veil @ 7pm Calvary Chapel | Woodland, 1580 Case Pl a, Woodland

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@ 8:30pm Great American Music Hall, 859 O'‐ farrell St, San Francisco

"The Paper Dreams of Harry Chin"

Purples @ 8:30pm The Chapel, 777 Valencia St, San Francisco

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Fri 6/10 JourneyDay Music @ 7pm Napa Barrel Project, 1040 Clinton St, Napa

@ 7pm Come on out and skate the night away with some of the Divas of Disco. Tickets are by donation, please pay what your heart feels. 401 C St, 401 C Street, Davis. ad min@davisphoenixco.org, 530304-0548

"Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" @ 7pm / $59-$279 Curran Theater, 445 Geary Street, San Francisco

Katie Skene at Boom Boom Room