CHP:

Speed leading cause of car crashes statewide

California Highway Patrol

While the holidays are a time of celebration for the public, they can also be a time of concern for the California Highway Patrol and the California Office of Traffic Safety. The CHP and its public safety partner, the OTS, are working together ahead of Independence Day to address the crisis on California’s roadways by encouraging safe driving behaviors through education and enforcement.

“Reckless driving is a serious concern on California’s roadways and it is the responsibility of CHP and OTS to help keep the public safe,” states CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee in a news release. “Every year speed is the leading cause of roadway crashes in our state, resulting in thousands of injuries and hundreds of deaths. Slow down and help us make our roads safer for everyone.”

The CHP will implement a statewide maximum enforcement period beginning at 6:01 p.m. Friday, June 30, and continuing through 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, July 4. Throughout the extended holiday weekend, all available uniformed members of the department will be on patrol to enhance public safety, deter unsafe driving behavior and take appropriate enforcement action when necessary.

“Maximum enforcement helps save

Schmid Continued from A1 the Chief Administrative Office. lives and protects everyone on our roads by holding drivers accountable for dangerous, unlawful behaviors like speeding and impaired driving,” adds OTS Director Barbara Rooney in the news release. “Whether you are traveling near or far, make a plan to go safely before heading to your destination. We want you and your loved ones to enjoy a safe and happy Fourth of July weekend.”

Before her time at the county Schmid worked 10 years as a California Department of Water Resources and Department of General Services planner. She has a bachelor’s degree in psychology and graduated magna cum laude from California State University, Sacramento, where she also earned a master’s degree in anthropology.

The county has been looking to replace Ashton since July 2022 after he announced his retirement. The board appointed Schmid unanimously.

EID Continued from A3 no-cost Tesla battery backups that provide electricity after the sun goes down. The district saved $155,500 in the first year with an estimate of $300,000 for a headquarters’ Tesla battery array.

Forty-four people were killed in crashes in California during last year’s Independence Day weekend. CHP made nearly 1,000 arrests for driving under the influence throughout the 78-hour holiday enforcement effort.

CHP officials urge people to designate a sober driver, use public transit or hire a ride-share service. Anyone who sees or suspects an impaired driver should call 911 immediately. Callers should prepared to provide the dispatcher a description of the vehicle, the license plate number, location and direction of travel. A phone call may save someone’s life.

“We encourage you to safely enjoy your holiday weekend,” continues Duryee. “Travel at a safe speed, avoid distraction behind the wheel, buckle up and drive sober. Rest assured, CHP officers will be working diligently to protect those who are traveling on California’s roadways.”

In the press release Board Chair Wendy Thomas praises Schmid, an El Dorado County resident almost her entire life and touts her experience and commitment to serving residents.

“This was an appointment that we took with the utmost solemn responsibility and we had a lot of good people to choose from. Yet, in digging into it, Tiffany has surfaced as the right person for the job at this time,” Thomas added during Tuesday’s board meeting. Schmid’s annual salary is $279,406.44.

Electricity bills for the district, even with the solar and Tesla batteries, was $5.6 million in 2022.

Staff is analyzing other solar locations, such as the EID headquarters on Mosquito Road.

ARIES

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Adventure for pleasure and excitement, not to chase something you think you’re missing. Since everything fulfilling is either right in front of you or just within you, external pursuits intended for anything but sheer fun will only be a waste of gasoline.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You’ve been known to hide your talent from those who wouldn’t understand. It’s risky to show people that you can do things they can’t, unless there’s something in it for them. You’ll consider all angles and make a plan.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Don’t assume what the limits are. If you ask yourself, you’ll produce your best guess, but it could be way off. If you ask other people, they’ll come up with an answer, but they don’t really know. The only way to really know the limit is to cross it.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Family will be a complex source of joy and challenge. You’ll be reminded that the thread of connection that weaves you together is in many ways unbreakable, for better or worse — an enduring bond of shared blood, history and love.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Ideally, you would strike a balance between ambition and self-care to ensure your overall well-being. But life doesn’t always provide that option. Opportunities must be seized in the moment. When you go for it, you’ll surprise yourself at how strong you are.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You are inherently curious and driven to explore. Results vary when you turn that curiosity to a particular person. Your subject may feel flattered, guarded, excited to share or keen to perform. You’ll learn by making people feel it’s safe to be honest.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Everyone needs to be seen. We are social creatures who crave an understanding of ourselves that exists in the mirror of other people. Guided by this principle, you will uncover hidden gems, which will lead to extraordinary collaborations.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You know what you want, but you don’t know if it’s reasonable to have it, which depends entirely on the context of the moment. Learn more. Feel things out before making your ask, then go slightly high.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Disharmony isn’t inherently bad, but it’s something to move through instead of prolonging or perpetuating intentionally. Neither should you avoid or ignore the tension. Instead, allow it to motivate you to solve, forgive and adjust into accordance.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). The thrill of a purchase will be short-lived. Think it over first, reminding yourself how stuff deteriorates, goes out of style and becomes obsolete. Seek the timeless thing that can only be won through heart-rooted values like love, compassion and integrity.

Speedway Continued from A7 Time Award to begin the show with a lap of 11.047. A total of 27 sprint cars competed at Fan Appreciation Night.

The 20-lap main event for the wingless sprint cars was all about Placerville’s Shane Hopkins, who led for the entire distance. The surface had become bottom dominant for the wingless warriors, but Stockton’s DJ Johnson did keep Hopkins honest up front.

The defending Nor-Cal Posse Shootout winner was mistake free however, and drove the No. 21 to his second wingless win of the season at Placerville Speedway. Johnson, Jacob Tuttle, Anthony Snow and Heath Holdsclaw comprised the top five. Ethan Lanfri and Hopkins won the two heats, while Tuttle set fast time in qualifying.

After scoring his initial Placerville Speedway win earlier this month, Lincoln’s Dylan Shrum returned on Fan Appreciation Night to snag his second straight Nor-Cal Dwarf Car Association triumph. The 20-lapper was plagued by cautions but showcased some exciting action throughout the contest. Behind the leader things were hot and heavy with Mike Grenert, Cody Shrum, Ben Wiesz and others battling it out on the bullring. Grenert eventually finished in the runner-up

Garbage Continued from A3 with El Dorado Disposal, a Waste Connections company. spot, followed by C. Shrum, Wiesz and Mike Reeder in the top five.

“Bad situation that we have to have these kinds of rate increases but well documented as to why,” noted District 1 Supervisor John Hidahl before he made the motion to approve new rates.

The actual allowable rate increase is 85% of the percent change in the applicable Consumer Price Index related to garbage collection. Per the franchise agreement’s rate manual with the county, El Dorado Disposal is allowed as much as a 6% rate increase.

“Staff have reviewed the application analysis and we found no deficiencies,” EDC Environmental Management Director Jeff Warren told supervisors, further explaining an independent analysis of the request had also been completed.

Rounding out the top 10 were Kevin Bender, Brenden Shrum, Corey Eaton, Gage Meyers and Tim Dodson. The night’s B-main went to Aron Mosier, while heat race victories were claimed by Wiesz, Bender, Meyers and Grenert. A healthy field of 26 dwarf cars competed on Saturday.

The 20-lap main event for the mini trucks was a wild show with several movers and shakers. A record turnout of 15 trucks signed in and at the end it was veteran and former track champ Mike Miller picking up the win. Pure stock regular Kevin Jinkerson battled up front in his first mini truck start and came home second over a fastclosing Michael Murphy, Howard Miller and Paige Miller.

Wyatt Lakin charged forward to challenge for the lead late but encountered issues on the final circuit and finished 11th. Austin Struthers and Mike Miller pocketed heat race wins.

Placerville Speedway returns to action with the annual Freedom Fireworks event on Independence Day. winged sprint cars, late models and pure stocks will tackle the track on Tuesday, July 4. It’s the start to a huge week on the red clay as that Saturday will also see another championship point race July 8.

New residential rates

Area A

35-gallon can — $36.21 per month

64-gallon can — $45.67 per month

96-gallon can — $48.63 per month

Area B

35-gallon can — $31.15 per month

64-gallon can — $42.44 per month

96-gallon can — $51.15 per month

Area C

35-gallon can — $31.39 per month

64-gallon can — $44.76 per month

96-gallon can — $50.82 per month

The 10% senior discount for customers older that 65 remains in effect. Rates also increased 5.21% for El Dorado Disposal’s extra services like extra trash collection on a non pick-up day as well as service fees like hazardous waste handling. Material Recovery Facility rate increases were also approved.