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Flames rip through the Bassi Road residence as a helitak bucket releases water over the blaze.

Fire razes home in Coloma Dawn Hodson Staff writer

A home on Bassi Road near Petersen Lane in Coloma was destroyed Sunday when a fire broke out about 1:30 p.m. The fire spread to surrounding vegetation, burning approximately 3 acres. In addition to the home an attached garage and detached garage also took heavy damage. Several vehicles were burned as well. Paul McVay, division chief of the El Dorado County Fire Protection District, said the structure was a n

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Ponderosa High School grad and salutatorian Bailey Day walks across the graduation stage at the Shingle Springs campus Friday after receiving her diploma in a coronavirus-adapted commencement ceremony.

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Dylan Svoboda Staff writer Tracking the local coronavirus outbreak just got easier for El Dorado County residents. County public health officials launched a new, more detailed, interactive COVID19 dashboard this weekend. “As we have seen our case numbers rise and the issue becomes more complex on the state level, we felt it was time to provide additional information on our dashboard and make it more interactive and less static,” said county Public Health Officer Dr. Nancy Williams. New dashboard features include: • A chart of cases by day since COVID19 was first discovered in El Dorado n

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opes for an in-person graduation ceremony at Ponderosa High School were dashed a second time as COVID-19 again took the spotlight Friday on what should have been a stage set for graduates. But smiles on grads’ faces and exuberance in their steps told a different story — it’s not how they ended their journey but that they accomplished a feat graduates before them never had to face. Parents drove their high school seniors — donned in caps, gowns and masks — through the Ponderosa roundabout; sons and daughters exited their vehicles, slipping the masks off to do the “walk” and take pictures on a festooned stage. The event was live-streamed with pre-recorded speeches. For months there were hopes that by July a more traditional ceremony would have been possible but with the recent surge in COVID-19 cases in El Dorado County and the threat of another shutdown looming, graduates were given just the drive-by option. “I am looking forward to my next adventure at the University of Utah but I am thankful I had the chance to shut the door on my journey at Ponderosa,” said salutatorian Bailey Day.

“The ceremony, especially in its scaled-down version, was even more important to my parents and my sisters. They wanted to see me walk and not miss the opportunity to record my salutatorian speech. They were right — it felt good to have my final Bruin hoorah and, more importantly, a final shout out to everyone who supported me along the way.” Bailey’s mom Kathy, who worked behind the scenes on the Ponderosa senior send-off held in June, said, “The drive-by graduation was not what we imagined that event would bring us four years ago, but the year 2020 has required us to be overly flexible in order to keep our wits. Watching Bailey walk across the stage and throw out the peace sign made me laugh and realize life is made of memorable moments and right then we got what was so needed — closure. Thank you to Ponderosa for that opportunity.” Evan Callejo, who plans to study computer science at California State University, Sacramento, said he would have preferred a traditional graduation ceremony. “I appreciate the effort but I wish we could have had a normal graduation.” Grad Elisa Becketti said she was “happy to be graduating,” and grad Katie Bloomquist put it quite simply — “Excited to be done.”

Firefighters’ training day turns into real-life rescue Noel Stack Editor Everyone just wanted to go home — fate had another plan. After days of training on the American River at the confluence in the Auburn area, El Dorado Hills firefighters were tired. They talked of skipping lunch on that last day in late June but Sierra Rescue International instructor Tim Warren insisted they take a break before the final lesson. The scenario: A swimmer stuck on the rocks amidst the roaring rapids and swift water. The reality: While getting geared up the firefighters saw Warren rush past them. They looked down toward the water and then heard someone scream. A 3-year-old boy was under the water and his father was struggling to reach him. “The boy’s eyes were wide,” recalled El Dorado Hills Fire Capt. Brian Wilkey. “You could tell he was drowning.” Instinct and all the lessons the team had learned in the previous days kicked in. Firefighters positioned themselves upstream and downstream, Wilkey said. A rope was tossed to the desperate father and with the help of a couple rescuers the two victims were pulled to safety. n

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El Dorado Hills Fire Capt. Brian Wilkey, Capt. Ben Cowles, firefighter Ray Phillips, firefighter Mark Netherton, firefighter Greg Hartman and firefighter Brad Willock, left to right, received special recognition for assisting in a river rescue last month. Also honored but not present were firefighter Kris Jower and Sierra Rescue instructor Tim Warren.

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Joan Ruth Clouse

July 19, 1931-July 22, 2020

Joan Ruth Clouse completed her life journey on July 22, 2020, at the age of 89. Joan, together with her family, share in the hope of the resurrection and new life even as she passes. That family includes Patti and Brad Grant (sister and brother-in-law), Steven and Carol Clouse (son and daughter-in-law), John and Sara Clouse (son and daughter-in-law), Gail and John Degen (daughter and son-in-law), nine grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Life for Joan began in Lansing, Mich., on July 19, 1931, but soon moved to various communities around Los Angeles. It was in Santa Monica that she met and married the love of her life, Richard Clouse. They married June 6, 1954, and enjoyed life together until his passing in 2015. Joan had many interests and passions. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Inglewood, Emmanuel Presbyterian Church in Thousand Oaks, Federated Church in Placerville and Foothills Church in Cameron Park. Her ministries included 30 years of teaching third grade Sunday school, serving as a deacon at Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, serving at the senior nutrition program at Foothills Church and participating in several Bible study groups. Her passion for fabric arts included sewing, quilting and knitting. These items often became treasured gifts. She loved swimming, painting and Jazzercise. Many people will remember her for her indomitable spirit as she faced multiple surgeries that resulted in the amputation of both legs. Each time she adapted to her new condition, developing the skills to live a full life and to serve and spend time with others. A private family celebration is planned. Should you wish to remember Joan, donations to Wounded Warriors in lieu of flowers would be most appreciated.

Robert Bob Charlton June 18, 1927-June 24, 2020

Robert “Bob” Charlton of Garden Valley, Calif., passed away at home in his sleep July 24. He was 93 years old. Bob is survived by his three children, Quana, Michael and Tony, and three of his grandchildren, Raymond, Bobbie and Christina. His fourth grandchild, Lora, preceded him in death by a few months. Bob grew up in Albuquerque, N.M., in the 1920s and ‘30s. At the age of 15 he enlisted in the U.S. Marines to do his duty for World War II. Shortly before graduating basic training it was discovered that he was underage. Bob and several other underage youth were called out of formation during morning roll call and transferred to the brig until collected by their mothers and escorted home. Not to be deterred, Bob promptly enlisted in the U.S. Army, only to experience a similar fate. Two years later, at the age of 17, and with permission from his mother, Bob legally enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He was trained as a medical corpsman and treated wounded sailors and marines in “stateside hospitals” until being discharged at the end of the war. In 1951 Bob was recalled into the Navy for the Korean conflict. He was promptly shipped overseas to Korea where he once again served his country as a medical corpsman until being sent home and discharged from the Navy after the armistice was signed in 1953. In the ‘60s Bob went to work for the McDonnell Douglas Corporation where he was employed as a draftsman on the Saturn V Moon Rocket program. In 1965 Bob went to work as an educator teaching shop classes and drafting; he later joined the California Department of Education and worked as an administrator until his retirement in 1991. Bob was an avid card player and excelled at bridge. His favorite thing in late life was having lunch and playing bridge at the Senior Center, which he did at least twice a week. Before his passing Bob listed “serving his country” as one of his proudest achievements in life. He was also proud of his children and admired how they each chose their own path in life. Bob was a lifelong conservative and patriot, and until recently a proud Republican. Bob said he didn’t want any fuss made over him after he died, and in lieu of flowers or donations he requested everyone to “go and vote this SOB traitor out as president.” He actually used the longer version of SOB. In his last weeks of life Bob stated that he has had a good life and expressed love and gratitude to everyone who has cared for him. He asks to be forgiven by anyone he may have offended. At a date to be announced Bob’s ashes will be interred with full military honors in the VA National Cemetery in Dixon, Calif.

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The Life of Paul Krisjan Passantino, 59 years old. Born Dec. 19, 1960, Paul passed away July 25, 2020, in Cameron Park, Calif. Paul is survived by his wife of 29 years, Terry Aiello Passantino, and four loving children: Jackson, Paige, Lucas and Grace. Paul was a loving father who was always there with support and words of advice. He was a true friend to all he met, and we all mourn his passing and celebrate his life. He loved his family, friends, the Marine Corps and his home where he had the acreage to raise donkeys, pigs, sheep and chickens. A licensed contractor, Paul owned and operated Performance Controls, Inc. in Cameron Park where he and Terry also lived and raised their family. He grew up in Campbell, Calif., graduated Westmont High School and University of California, Davis (‘84) with a degree in Ag Science and Management. At UCD he was in the Alpha Gamma Rho “AGR” fraternity and was house advisor for many years after graduation. Paul served with pride and distinction in the Echo Company (San Bruno/San Rafael), 2nd Battalion 23rd Marines, 4th Marine Division, United States Marine Corps. Paul went to basic training in the summer of ‘82 at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) in San Diego and attended Infantry Training School at Camp Pendleton. Paul’s MOS was an 0331 Machine Gunner. He was honorably discharged as a Sergeant E5. An in-person service will take place at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in El Dorado Hills, Calif., at 3 p.m., Friday, July 31 — The service will be officiated by Fr. Jesus Hernandez. The service will also be live streamed on the following web link: https://sites.google.com/view/ rememberingpaulpassantino/home In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be sent to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation mcsf.org/.

Harriet Schaefer (Beaulieu) Oct. 21, 1953-July 10, 2020

Harriet Jane Schaefer (Beaulieu), 66, died of complications from a heart attack on July 10, 2020, in Las Vegas, Nev. She was born Oct. 21, 1953 in St. Paul, Minn., the daughter of Regis and Beverly (Fogel) Beaulieu. While she grew up in Vista, Calif., she moved to Placerville, Calif., as an adult. Harriet married Don Schaefer in Placerville and eventually settled in Las Vegas, Nev. They celebrated 39 years of marriage in June. Harriet was predeceased by her mother Beverly (Fogel) Beaulieu; father-in-law Ralph Schaefer; mother-in-law Lola (Overcast) Schaefer. Surviving, in addition to her husband Don Schaefer; sons Paul and his significant other Veronica, of Placerville, Calif., and Andy and his wife, Tara, of Gardnerville, Nev.; daughter Megan and her husband Mike Weide of Las Vegas, Nev.; nine grandchildren, Morgan, Calvin, Cali, Braeden, Wyatt, Madison, Skylar, Brayden, Lola; one great-grandchild, Mylah and one great-grandchild on the way; father Regis Beaulieu; four sisters Marion and Ed Springer of Sacramento, Calif., Rose and Greg Frost of Poland, Maine, Kim and Ben Stevens of Winchester, Calif., and Tina and Mike Hubrig of Rocklin, Calif.; two brothers, John Beaulieu and Chong of Indiana, and Terrance Beaulieu and his significant other, Lorena of Woodland, Calif.; numerous nephews, nieces and grand-nephews and grand-nieces. Harriet had a passion for her family and had an analytical mind which assisted her in her genealogical research. She had a natural talent for crocheting, solving various types of puzzles and playing cribbage. Harriet will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Private graveside services will be held Aug. 15, 2020, in Las Vegas, Nev.

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Lightning touched down on the Eldorado National Forest over the weekend as clouds built up in the high country.

Four fires ignited by lightning were fought to an early standstill by Eldorado National Forest firefighters over the weekend. The fires each burned less than one-quarter acre, according to forest spokeswoman Jennifer Chapman. The Delight Fire was reported at 3:52 p.m. July 25 in the Silver Fork area of the Placerville Ranger District. The Shanty Fire was reported at 6:20 p.m. July 25 in the Packsaddle Pass area of the Placerville Ranger District. The Wrights Fire was reported at 6:46 p.m. July 26 and was 3 miles north of Highway 50 on Wrights Lake Road.

The Silver Hill Fire was reported at 3:37 p.m. July 26 and was in the Georgetown Ranger District. In addition to engine crews, suppression efforts received air support from a forest service contract Type 2 helicopter that made bucket drops. This work was done by the Big Hill helitak crew.

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up with the remaining engines in Cool at 1 a.m. and arrived at the fire’s base camp, the Lassen County Fairgrounds, at about 5:30 a.m. The crew joined engines from Garden Valley, El Dorado Hills, Diamond Springs and an engine out of Amador County. They were assigned to give structural protection for 400 homes about 1 mile in front of the fire line. “Keep our crews, all personnel on the fire and all the residents in your thoughts and prayers,” said Georgetown Fire Chief Glenn Brown.

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cases in El Dorado County since the first case was confirmed March 20, with 205 still active. The county is inching closer to landing on the governor’s watch list, which could entail further restrictions on schools and businesses, according to newly released statistics. The county’s 14-day case rate and 7-day testing positivity percentage, which are used to assess the level of COVID-19 burden on the region and in determining which counties go on the state’s watch list, are in the “high” and “moderate” range, respectively. El Dorado’s data set has the county exceeding the governor’s threshold of 100 cases per 100,000 residents over a 14-day period, but differing methodologies at the state level have kept the county from further health restrictions. The dashboard could be key for local school districts as they weigh whether to open their doors for students come August, she said. “With fall just around the

corner and the need for students to return to school, it is more critical than ever for everyone in the county to understand that community and individual behaviors are driving these higher case rates,” Williams added. “One of the key factors school districts should be considering before opening is how many current COVID-19 infections we have in the community. It is everyone’s responsibility to take precautions to limit the spread of this virus. If we fail to take this responsibility seriously as a community, more COVID infections will occur, making it less likely schools can open for in-person learning.” Last week El Dorado Union High School District announced it was starting the 2020-21 school year remotely. During an El Dorado County Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday, Williams and Superintendent of Schools Ed Manansala are expected to give an update on the upcoming school year.

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Congratulations! Our community has experienced grocery shopping as being enjoyable, fun, and a desirable experience because of a local grocery clerk. She has served as our grocer and friend for over forty years. With her contageous smile and cheerful personality she has never stopped brightening the day for so many who go thru her checkout line. Her customers and all who know her go to the store just so they can say hi to her. Her name is Sharon Jones from Save Mart in downtown Placerville. We are losing her to retirement Wednesday July 29, 2020. For so long she has been giving to all of us never asking anything in return. Now it is time she gives to herself. Placerville is losing something special but has gained a friend forever.

We, the community of Placerville, California want to say thank you Sharon for the countless days you have brightened, for being a part of our community, for the outstanding service you always provided to us, and most of all thank you for being our friend. We wish you a long, wonderful and happy retirement.

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Chamber PAC endorses Pimlott for Dist. 2 The El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce PAC is excited to endorse Ken Pimlott for District 2 Supervisor in the November 2020 General Election. Ken’s perspective on issues important to our business community and lifestyle in El Dorado County are exactly what our members are looking for in a Supervisor. Ken recognizes the role that the Chamber plays

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and supported 13,500 jobs in our county. This means tourism is responsible for $1,340 state and local travel-generated tax revenue per household. Where are travelers spending that $1.1 billion dollars in El Dorado County? Accommodations is responsible for $298.7 million, food service accounts for $325.1 million, arts, entertainment and recreation weighs in at $179.1 million and retail sales generated another $130.8 million dollars. Not surprisingly, the 13,500 jobs created breaks down much the same way.

Accommodations and food service is responsible for 8,100 jobs while arts, entertainment and recreation accounts for another 4,000. In the face of adversity, El Dorado County’s tourism industry continues to take action. Business owners, destination stewards and residents are providing relief to our community in a variety of ways. As troubling headlines dominate newsfeeds, feel-good stories resonate. Many businesses are mobilizing facilities, workforces and one-of-a-kind

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Sixteen Years of Placerville Art on Parade Placerville Art on Parade has their annual Banners on Parade community art show going in Placerville during this “COVID-19” summer. This is our 16th year for Placerville Art on Parade and the 14th year of Banners on Parade—bringing the total number of artist-painted banners displayed on Main Street over the last 14 years to 414 banners! This year, we have 28 beautiful banners that were painted by some very talented local artists and are on display on our light poles on Main Street this summer (through mid-October). The theme this year is “California Dreamin’”. There is a Banners on Parade 2020 walking tour brochure available in businesses on Main Street and on the website. Using the brochure, you can take the “tour”: • Start at the corner of Main Street and Sacramento Street in Placerville (facing east), and right on that corner is the #1-judged banner, “Under the Warm California Sun” by Josh Alvarado. The photo of that banner in the brochure starts the tour in the

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brochure and is included here with this article. • Walk east on Main Street (or drive, if you want to quarantine yourself in your car!) and follow along in the brochure to see the title of the banner, name the banner’s artist and awards from judging of the banners. • When you get to Cedar Ravine Street, cross Main Street and walk west to Sacramento Street to see banners that are on the north side of Main Street. • Walk south on Sacramento Street to see the remaining 3 banners on the light poles on the west side of Sacramento Street. • If you find a banner you like, you can use the order form in the brochure to order “Keepsakes”! We also sell “Keepsakes” to raise funds to help us keep going. An order form for the Keepsakes (bookmarks, magnets, postcards, coffee cups, and posters) is on the website and in the brochure. At the end of the show, we auction the banners (which is our main way of raising funds to do it again next year) in the fall. This year, with so much uncertainty, we will probably resort to an online auction of some kind. Information about that is TBA so stay tuned! Find out more information at the Placerville Art on Parade website (https://www.placervilleartonparade.org/ and the Placerville Banners on Parade Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/ PlacervilleBannersonParade). Submitted by Bill Robinson, President, Placerville Art on Parade 530-306-3615

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7 Steps to Create a Strategy for Reopening Your Restaurant If you’re ready to begin planning for your restaurant’s reopening, follow the below steps to ensure that you are well-prepared to not only protect everyone’s health, but also to succeed. 1. Read national and local reopening guidelines for the restaurant industry. In addition to national resources, seek out local guidelines as well. As you read through materials from both national and local sources, begin recording a list of all recommended changes or new procedures that restaurants should implement to maintain a healthy environment.

rant. This may help ensure your restaurant stays as clean as possible, because your staff can use this at every table before seating each new dining party. As you train your team, remind them to be friendly and inviting, while showing customers that your restaurant is taking their health seriously. Be ready to address concerns if customers question your policies.

2. Decide which safety measures and new protocols you should implement to best protect your customers and employees. Review the above list and decide if enough safety measures are feasible to foster a safe environment. If you feel confident that you can make updates to address most of the guidelines, then it’s likely that your restaurant is a good candidate for reopening. Begin creating a new checklist of exactly which steps you need to take to implement new safety measures.

4. Proactively communicate new safety protocols to customers. If you plan to invite guests back via email or social media, be sure to share a clear and comprehensive list of the safety measures that you have implemented. This will help them feel comfortable in knowing their health is a priority to you. Let them know what to expect by including any new dining rules you may have temporarily implemented, like a group size limit or a request to wear masks until food arrives. Train your hosts to share safety information with guests as they arrive. This could include pointing out marked traffic patterns on the way to the restroom, or waiting outside for their table. You may also consider printing signs with important health and safety information to post at your doors.

3. Train your staff on how to create and maintain a healthy and safe environment. Once you have a clearly defined plan, take care of everything you can before training your staff on the changes. You might choose to create various inspection checklists for opening and closing the restau-

5. Offer specials to get people back in the door. Consider novel culinary experiences or unique ways you can partner with local artists and musicians that go beyond just serving your customers their meal. These are great opportunities to build excitement and buzz around your reopening.

Now may also be a good time to work with a marketing consultant who can offer some fresh ideas to inspire customers to return to your restaurant. For instance, some places have started to offer take-home specials that customers who dine in can add to their order. 6. Find ways to personally thank customers for returning. Without customers, your reopening can’t be successful. Be sure to thank the ones who do come in and who continue to order take out. For in-person diners, make a personal visit to their table to sincerely show them your appreciation face-to-face for their support. Consider including a personal note of thanks to all takeout orders. In both cases, you can encourage patrons to return for more by offering them discounts on their next orders within a certain time frame. 7. Continue exploring new menu items and other ways to make food available to customers who aren’t yet comfortable dining in. Not all your customers will be ready to venture out yet, but that doesn’t mean they don’t want to support your restaurant. Consider how you can best take care of this group of patrons. For instance, is there a safer way to take their orders? Whether it’s old-fashioned phone ordering or modern mobile ordering, communicate how they can safely get their food. Additionally, explore whether you can offer new types of menu items for those who want to stay home, including make-

at-home meal kits, grocery kits and other types of family-style take out. Some restaurants have even offered cocktails by the gallon! When it comes to safely getting orders to these customers, consider setting up convenient pickup locations, allowing curbside pickups or even offering a delivery service. As you reopen, keep in mind that it’s best to have a flexible mindset and a fluid plan in place. Depending on local case numbers, guidelines and restrictions will likely change as communities gradually reopen. By creating a strategy that includes options for customers who aren’t yet ready to dine in, you’re training your staff and your customers on how to handle future ordering in the case of potential reclosures. These new habits will serve you well, delivering preparation you didn’t have the last time. Food & Drug Administration Reopening Checklist: www.fda.gov/food/food-safety-during-emergencies/best-practices-re-opening-retail-food-establishments-during-covid-19-pandemic Center for Disease Control Guide for Restaurants and Bars: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/organizations/business-employers/ bars-restaurants.html National Restaurant Association’s COVID-19 Reopening Guide: https://go.restaurant.org/covid19-reopening-guide

3 Big Post COVID-19 Opportunities for Small Businesses By Gene Marks The COVID-19 pandemic has created a significant economic downturn. That’s a fact. But what’s also a fact is that economic downturns create significant opportunities for business owners who have the wherewithal to take advantage. And this downturn is no different. If you’ve got cash—or the availability of cash—here are three investments to consider. Real Estate When people say it’s all about location, location, location, they’re absolutely right. The strength of the property market really does depend on where the market is, what industries are located nearby and the social and financial demographics of the local population. But, regardless of location, the downturn has and will continue to affect many commercial properties nationwide. Why? More businesses have discovered that working from home actually

works and, over the next few years, will also realize that they have too much office space. Retailers across the country have suffered. Many movie theaters and event venues, struggling to fill seats even before the outbreak, will consider this the last straw. Other companies are struggling to fill their facilities. The residential housing market will continue to grow, but commercial property markets are challenged. Property values will decline in many areas, and that presents an opportunity if you’re looking for warehouse or production space. Consult a commercial real estate broker and plot your strategy. Inventory and Equipment Some surveys are predicting that hundreds of thousands of small businesses will go out of business as a result of the pandemic. Other predictions are even more dire. There’s no way to tell if this is true, but one thing’s for sure: bankruptcy attorneys are going to be busy. This isn’t good news for

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those small business owners or for the economy, but it does present opportunities for businesses looking to snap up equipment and inventory. If you’re in the market for that special machine—a used printing press, a forklift with low miles—then you should start looking now. Just Google “used equipment for sale near me” or visit online sites like MachineryTrader. com to see what deals are available. Do this daily as more deals become available. Also, look for auctions in your area. They will be growing in number. Mergers and Acquisitions According to BizBuySell, a marketplace for businesses looking to buy and sell, there is now a “lifetime opportunity” for business acquisitions. Many baby boomers have already been looking to get out of the game and retire prior to the pandemic and now, after struggling through the ordeal, want out more than ever. Other businesses—struggling for any number of reasons—may have also

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August 8 Folk on the Farm—Island of Black and White 6PM–10PM. www.cellarpass.com/events/folk-on-the-farm-island-ofblack-and-white-6419

Farmers Markets Saturday 8AM–12PM: Placerville – Ivy House Parking Lot Sunday 8AM–1PM: El Dorado Hills – Town Center Boulevard Tuesday 8AM–1PM: South Lake Tahoe – American Legion Hall Parking Lot Wednesday, 4PM–8 PM: Bell Tower, Downtown Placerville Wednesday 8AM–12PM: Cameron Park – Burke’s Junction For more info call (530) 622-1900 or visit www.eldoradofarmersmarket.com

August 12 SUP on Lower Lake Clementine (Stand up Paddle Boarding) 9AM–11AM. This adventure is for SUP enthusiasts, beginner to intermediate. Instruction on paddle strokes will be provided. Ages 14+ welcome. Contact ARC to sign up, and for meeting location. julie@ ARConservancy.org or 530-621-1224. www.arconservancy.org/event/ s-u-p-on-lower-lake-clementine-stand-up-paddle-boarding-2/

SOL Community Farmers’ Market Sundays, 9AM–1PM Featuring Local, Organic Farms, quality Artisans, excellent Food, Iced Drinks and Wine. 681 Main Street, Placerville. August 1–2 Mira Flores Summer Pairing with Chef Tara Martinez 11AM–3:30PM, 10 guests per hour and a half at 11:00, 12:30, 2:00, and 3:30. www.mirafloreswinery.com/event/summer-pairing-with-chef-tara-martinez/ August 8 Geologic History Hike of the Sierra Nevada 8AM–3PM. Enjoy a day at Wright’s Lake where you will explore different geologic environments, including meadows, forests, glacial and water features with spectacular views of Crystal Basin. www.arconservancy.org/event/geologic-history-hike-of-the-sierra-nevada/ August 8–9 Summer Pairing with Chef Carl Williams 11AM–3:30PM. 10 guests per every hour and a half at 11:00, 12:30, 2:00, and 3:30. www.mirafloreswinery.com/event/chef-carl-williams/

been pushed over the edge by the economic downturn. This presents a great opportunity for any other business owner looking to expand or for an aspiring entrepreneur with a little capital who is looking to start his or her own company. Talk to a business broker, go to BizBuySell or ask around in your local trade association. One final piece of advice: There is a great financing deal available for small businesses. Included in the CARES Act is a provision that will forgive the first six months of principal and interest payments on any new Small Business Administration Section 7(a) loan closed before September 27, 2020. The loan proceeds can be used for real estate, business acquisitions, assets and even working capital. These are hard times for many, but for those who have capital and gumption, these are also times to do deals.

August 15 Wildlife Shooting – No Guns Please 8AM–12PM. Your local safari host, photographer Ken Mahar, will point out wildlife while traversing a mild hike (location TBD). ken-mahar-photos.com for samples of his work and for upcoming safaris. Ages 12+ welcome. Contact ARC to sign up and for meeting location (TBD). julie@ARConservancy.org or 530-621-1224. https:// www.arconservancy.org/event/wildlife-shooting-no-guns-please/ August 15–16 Granite Chief Whiskey Creek/Five Lakes Trail/Shanks Cove Trail/Overnight 8AM–5PM. ARC volunteer Tom Dodson will lead this exploration of the Granite Chief Wilderness Area from the Grayhorse Valley Trailhead, Grayhorse Valley Trail (15E11). Contact ARC to sign up, and for meeting location (Georgetown area). This is not a beginner’s backpacking trip. Cost: $40/members, $55/nonmembers (High clearance vehicles & drivers needed. Indicate desire when signing up.) julie@ARConservancy.org or 530-621-1224. www.arconservancy.org/event/granite-chief-whiskey-creek-fivelakes-trail-shanks-cove-trail-overnight-backpack-trip/ August 15–16 Summer Pairing with Chef Robb Venditti 11AM–3:30PM. 10 guests per every hour and a half at 11:00, 12:30, 2:00, and 3:30. www.mirafloreswinery.com/event/chef-robb-venditti-3/ August 15 Folk on the Farm—Izaak Opatz 6PM–10PM www.cellarpass.com/events/folk-on-the-farm-izaak-opatz-6417

August 22–23 Summer Pairing with Chef Adam Schulze 11AM–3:30PM. 10 guests per every hour and a half at 11:00, 12:30, 2:00, and 3:30. www.mirafloreswinery.com/event/chef-adam-schulze/ August 22 Folk on the Farm—Davey and the Midnights 6PM–10PM. www.cellarpass.com/events/folk-on-the-farm-daveyand-the-midnights-6420 August 28–31 Sierra Inspirations 7th Annual Invitational Art Show 10AM–6PM. Art on the Divide Gallery in historic Georgetown invites artists of all mediums to submit artwork for this upcoming juried show to be displayed August 28–September 27, 2020. Located at 6295 Main Street, Georgetown, phone number (530) 333-2787. Gallery hours are Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6PM. More info at www.artonthedivide.com/events August 29–30 Summer Pairing with Chef Tara Martinez 11AM–3:30PM. 10 guests per every hour and a half at 11:00, 12:30, 2:00, and 3:30. www.mirafloreswinery.com/event/summer-pairingwith-chef-tara-martinez-2/ August 30 Capturing Wakamatsu: A poetry walk/workshop 10AM–12PM. Taylor Graham, El Dorado County’s first Poet Laureate, and award-winning Sacramento-area 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. Contact ARC to sign up, and for meeting location (Gold Hill area). julie@ARConservancy.org or 530-621-1224. www.arconservancy. org/event/capturing-wakamatsu-a-poetry-walk-workshop-2 For more information on these and other events, visit www.visiteldorado.com Event date, time, cost or locations are subject to change. Prior to attending an event please confirm the information.

You Can Submit Your Event Online! Did you know that the Chamber keeps a community calendar of events? El Dorado County events can be submitted to http://visiteldorado.mhsoftware.com/EditItem.html. Once approved, your event will appear on the online calendar at www.visiteldorado.com and also printed in the Voice of Business newsletter as space allows.

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s California communities juggle new spikes in COVID-19 cases the need for accurate and timely information is more important than ever. But without action by the California Legislature, a major source of that vital information — community newspapers — are at risk. A new report from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, found a quarter of all U.S. newspapers have closed in the last 15 years and that revenue losses related to the pandemic may be the final straw for beloved community outlets. Dozens of papers have shuttered since the beginning of the pandemic and the authors warn that dozens more — even hundreds — could close by the end of this year. Without local newspapers, accurate community journalism will become a thing of the past. We will face the reality of communities with minimal access to local news and, worse, the unrivaled spread of false information. Without local newspapers, fact checking will not exist and misinformation will spread undeterred. Without local newspapers, there will be no outlet to report on local elections, crime, schools or jobs. Without local newspapers, individuals will be less informed about the civic process and less likely to engage in improving their communities. Here in California newspapers are at a tipping point. More than 18 newspapers have suspended operations in the last five months, with more in the pipeline. While newspapers are building out their digital platforms and exploring new delivery systems, they also need to generate advertising and subscription revenue from print publications. Industry-wide, newspapers are scrambling to survive by cutting coverage, furloughing reporters and eliminating print publication on certain days of the week. But even those actions may not be enough to save them from another, more unexpected threat: legislative inaction. If the Legislature does not act before the end of this year, community newspapers will face another crushing financial blow. Their exemption from a new state law, AB 5, requiring independent contractors like newspaper carriers to be classified as “employees” will expire and newspapers will face an average increase of up to 85 percent in distribution costs. Additionally, the current exemption allows newspapers carriers, who deliver papers for a few hours early in the morning, to function independently — a role they overwhelmingly prefer. Most use their own car or arrange their own transportation. Carriers can currently independently arrange for friends or family members to cover their routes when they have conflicts — actions that clearly fall under those of an independent contractor. As an employee, they would lose this control. And, ironically, many of the positions that AB 5 was designed to protect — carrier and distribution positions — will be eliminated. This will cause disproportionate harm to families, women and individuals who depend on these positions for income The Legislature has not yet acted to preserve local journalism. But there is still time. Before the Legislature adjourns at the end of the summer, lawmakers must take action to save local journalism and preserve Californians’ access to ■

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EDITOR: f the Placerville City Council is trying to decide to keep the Hangtown name, let the voters make the decision. Put it on the November ballot and let the voters say yes or no. GEORGE AMO Placerville

EDITOR: read the article in the Mountain Democrat recently regarding the fairgrounds not being able to have the fair this summer. I am not a fan of the fair being 85 years old and using a walker. However, I am a fan of the fairgrounds in general. I walk my dog Molly twice a day there when the gates are open. Where I live is too hilly for me. The fairgrounds is the only place I can walk in the shade in the 90-plus-degree heat. I have tried Benham Park, Rotary Club Park and Lion’s Club Park and found them to not be good walking places for my walker. I go up to the county buildings on weekends and when the fairgrounds aren’t open. There are nice sidewalks and normally no one is around. I have been approached by homeless individuals up there on two different occasions asking to use my cell phone or for my extra change. One woman deliberately blocked the sidewalk so that I had to go out on Fair Lane to get around her. Since the fairgrounds reopened with the COVID19 shutdown it is only open from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. I get really good walks there and love to look around at all the beautiful flower beds and grassy areas. But, as I am walking, I can see that it is getting shabbier and shabbier and dirtier and dirtier. Weeds that need to be pulled were never growing there before, dirt that needs sweeping up, etc. The court-appointed community service people haven’t been allowed to go there for a lot of the chores and the layoffs aren’t helping. Placerville has no city park to be proud of and the county has its name on the fairgrounds. There are numerous service organizations in the county. Maybe some of these people could get work parties organized to go in and lend a hand to spruce up the grounds. Oh, I know there are rules and laws to get around, but I bet it all worked out just fine for the times people get together to clean that creek and other places. Even with the walker, a dog leash and a poop bag in hand, I bend over to pick up whiskey bottles, Gatorade bottles and soda and beer cans when I can do so. There are recycle bins scattered all over and easy to see. The fairgrounds are our park. I take visitors to our area there to see what a safe and lovely place I have to go for my walks. They have been really impressed. For goodness sake don’t let this gem go to pot. ANN EVANOFF Placerville

Placerville’s city seal EDITOR: applaud and support the recommendation from the city of Placerville staff to remove the noose from the city seal, while keeping the rest of the seal intact. Such a tiny change to the city seal and such a huge significance. No one is asking to change or erase history but there is a difference between remembering history and holding something in high esteem. We have much to honor and celebrate in Placerville’s history. The noose image conjures a story. But there are alternate stories that open the door to embracing other stories highlighting the positive and constructive early spirit of Placerville. Many people and events played an important part in Placerville’s history. Millions in gold were taken from its ravines and hills. It was a supply center for surrounding mining camps and a transportation terminus for the famous Comstock Lode. John M. Studebaker, Mark Hopkins, Leland Stanford, Philip Armour, Edwin Markham, Snowshoe Thompson and Levi Strauss were just some of the well-known people who contributed to Placerville’s early history. And don’t forget Emigrant Jane Johnson. Placerville Hardware was established in 1856, has been run by the same family for 68 years and is the oldest continuously operating hardware store west of the Mississippi. Placerville News Company opened in 1856 and has been run by the same family for the last 108 years. In contrast to the noose and Hangtown image, these are all stories of innovation, determination and character conjuring up ideas of where the enduring spirit of Placerville springs from. Today people come to visit historical Placerville, Gold Bug Park, Gold Bug Mine, Apple Hill ranches, wineries, historical Coloma, the Eldorado National Forest, Lake Tahoe, the American River, the Sierra Nevada mountains, etc. No one is asking to change or erase history, but it is important to make a conscious decision about what we choose to honor and to celebrate. KATHI LISHMAN Placerville

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t the beginnoutside the area will ing of the be driving through our COVID-19 community on their crisis El way to Lake Tahoe Dorado County fared to enjoy summer quite well with a activities. relatively low rate of Infections are on infection and almost the rise everywhere; no hospitalizations in El Dorado County due to the virus. We’ve there were 30 new been lucky to have, so cases over a recent far, avoided the tragic weekend. This surge SIRI NELSON results of community of infections is exactly spread that some other what we are trying to California counties have experienced. avoid. Other counties are beginning However, now that restrictions to close again to try to get the spread to businesses have loosened a bit under control. Gov. Gavin Newsom and more people are out and about, has even called for the closing of we’re seeing those numbers rise bars, restaurants and other social substantially. And now that the gathering places. weather has warmed, people from The best way to steer clear of

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COVID-19 is to avoid gatherings and coming into close (6 feet) contact with others. But when essential tasks take us out in public — at the grocery store or while supporting local businesses — it is more important than ever for all of us to wear masks in the company of others. Masks are required at every Marshall facility. The World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control and medical experts everywhere agree that this is the best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19. This disease is highly contagious, even up to two full days before an infected person experiences symptoms. Combined with social distancing, staying home when sick and regular hand washing, face masks undoubtedly will decrease the rate of infection in El Dorado

County. We all agree that, especially with warmer temperatures, wearing a mask is uncomfortable. They tug at your ears, your eye wear fogs up and it may feel hard to breathe. But rest assured you are getting plenty of oxygen and the benefits far outweigh the discomforts of wearing them. Speaking for the Marshall family, thank you for doing your part in helping keep Placerville and El Dorado County safe and healthy by wearing a mask in all public places. It is a small, temporary act we can do to limit the spread of COVID-19, to protect ourselves, our neighbors and our service workers and it is pivotal to keeping our local businesses open. Siri Nelson is president and CEO of Marshall Medical Center.

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“The little boy took on a little water but he was fine,” Wilkey said, adding that the family Rottweiler also jumped in the water but he safely got out with minimal help. Tragedy averted ... but then, just upstream, a woman fell into the river and was headed to the same treacherous section. Despite firefighters’

pleas, Wilkey said, the woman’s boyfriend jumped in as well. Both had to be rescued. None of the victims were wearing life jackets, Wilkey noted. The fire captain and five others who helped save lives that fateful day were recently honored at an El Dorado Hills Fire Board meeting,

each receiving meritorious recognition. Wilkey said the real recognition goes to instructor Warren, whose fast thinking saved lives. “I don’t think any of us think we are heroes,” Wilkey shared at the fire board meeting. “We were just doing what we were trained to do.”

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July 31 Join the El Dorado County Library live on the Placerville Library Facebook page to learn how to make Ninja Stress Balls at 2 p.m.

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Aug. 6 Marshall’s Stroke Support Group is going virtual. In an effort to maintain the safety of attendees, the group will meet virtually using the platform Google Meet every first Thursday, noon to 1:30 p.m. These meetings provide an opportunity to learn more about dealing with the effects of a stroke, browse community resources and to share personal experiences in a positive, supportive environment. For more information call (530) 626-2793.

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Girl Scout, puppy team up for gold Jana Rossi Staff writer

uide Dogs for the Blind based in San Rafael has been around since 1942. For more than 75 years the organization has lived by its mission statement: “Guide Dogs for the Blind empowers lives by creating exceptional partnerships between people, dogs and communities.” Thousands of people have benefitted from these words. It is through volunteers and donors that GDB is able to offer trained service dogs free of charge to those with low vision or complete loss of sight. Months of training go in to the making of each service dog, after which they graduate and are matched with a partner. This partnership offers freedom to individuals who may not otherwise have the opportunity to lead independent lives. Puppy raisers are a crucial piece to the success of the Guide Dog for the Blind program. Lauren Jamieson of Girl Scout Troop 907 took on the responsibility of being a puppy raiser for her Girl Scout Gold Award. Her goal, she told the Mountain Democrat, is to get the word out about service animals and to show the impact guide dogs have on people. “My Gold Award addressed how service animals can make a positive difference in people’s lives who have special needs,” she explained. Jamieson’s dog Dipsea is on her way to becoming a Guide Dog for the Blind graduate. Dipsea, a black Labrador retriever, lived with the Jamieson family from the time she was just 8 weeks old. For nearly a year puppy raisers have the responsibility of socializing, teaching and taking care of the pups until they are ready for their next step of training and returning to the GDB headquarters. For Jamieson, giving people knowledge about service dogs was her focus. She took Dipsea to local elementary schools to make the experience more meaningful for kids. Using PowerPoint, she created a presentation about service dogs and designed educational booklets filled with information for classrooms and libraries. “I was proud that students gained knowledge of how service animals can make a positive difference for many people with different special needs,” she

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Gorka’s moment came as a young boy, when he saw the marks of torture on his father’s body — marks left by communists. “From that moment forward, Good and Evil weren’t theoretical, abstract concepts,” he writes. “Good and Evil weren’t fanciful words from fairy tales about dragons and witches in forests. Good and Evil walked the earth. Evil existed in the hearts of men, men like the Communist officers who had And yet, and yet tortured my father in the basement of In this age when symbols of the their headquarters.” American republic are pulled down, “The War for America’s Soul” clearly burned and outlines that bad defaced, when “The War for America’s Soul” ideas — evil ideas churches and — when put into is a place to start when synagogues are action, destroy. defaced and sorting out the confusion of Chapter Three damaged — where where these times, which is why I outlines the very artifacts ideas currently in recommend it to everyone. of our history play in America’s are subject to cities came from, destruction — I find myself turning to including a list from Saul Alinsky’s the bookshelf in search of answers. “Rules for Radicals.” I am not alone. Gorka posits that America ceded the George Orwell’s classic “1984” is battlefield of ideas to radicals and that a bestseller once more. As is Ray much needs to be done to restore the Bradbury’s “Fahrenheit 451.” nation — but that it is, indeed, possible. Why the rioting in the streets? Where “We are an optimistic country of did this come from? What happened to freedom and opportunity and success,” the kids? he writes. “We must be optimists as Americans are searching for answers. Americans.” I recommend all of the above titles for your enrichment, dear reader. And one Positive actions more. Readers will find calls to action throughout the book, plus debate prep ‘The War for America’s Soul’ on how to win in the arena of ideas. Published by Regnery in 2019, Believe it or not, this is a book for this text by Dr. Sebastian Gorka is Democrats and Independents as much unapologetically from the conservative as it is for Republicans. If you are a right. He was the deputy assistant for staunch liberal who dislikes the current strategy to President Donald Trump administration but loves your country, early in the administration. At present it may be a tough read. he is the host of “America First” on Sometimes, truth hurts. But that’s Salem Radio and is a member of the how it is in all families that must find National Security Education Board. common ground. Scripture admonishes For the open-minded reader seeking us to “Come now, let us reason answers to today’s riots in America’s together” (Isaiah 1:18). cities, this three-hour read (on Kindle) “The War for America’s Soul” is a provides answers and proposes place to start when sorting out the solutions. All in understandable confusion of these times, which is why I language. recommend it to everyone. Gorka is an American by choice. He We are a nation of ideals and flawed was born in Great Britain to Hungarian human beings. Those ideals promise parents who fled for their lives from the equal justice under the law. So flawed communist takeover after World War Americans can continue to strive to II. leave each succeeding generation better “It is possible at times to identify off than the one before it. moments in your life where everything It is time to remember that. changes, where a decision point is met Send your future event for and you go down one avenue and not consideration in Susan’s column to the other and it changes all,” he writes. slaird@handywriting.com.

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References • Butterfly Gardening. (n.d.). Retrieved July 08, 2020, from gardens.si.edu/ learn/for-educators/ classroom-resources/

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Public Notices  FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000545 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: lIBERTY STITCHEZ, located at 3100 Granada Dr., Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Denise Wilcox, 3100 Granada Dr., Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: June 24, 2020. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Denise Wilcox DENISE WILCOX 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 June 25, 2020. 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) 7908 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000548 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BETTER CARS, located at 3535 Heck Dr., Rescue, CA 95672 Registered owner(s): 1. Beau Lemire, 3535 Heck Dr., Rescue, CA 95672, 2. Amy Knieriem, 2300 Los Trampas Dr., Camino, CA 95709 This business is conducted by a General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Beau Lemire /s/ Amy Knieriem BEAU LEMIRE AND AMY KNIERIEM 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 June 30, 2020. 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) 7909 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PC 20200147 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Citrina Louise Erhardt filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: CITRINA LOUISE ERHARDT Proposed name: CITRINA MAY LEE GARIBAY 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: AUGUST 7, 2020, 8:31 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 MARCH 11, 2020. /s/ Dylan Sullivan DYLAN SULLIVAN, Judge of the Superior Court 7935 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000525 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BOS CONSTRUCTION, located at 5350 Grassy Run Road, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): 1. Bradley Owen Stubblefield, 5350 Grassy Run Road, Placerville, CA 95667, 2. Brooks Lane Stubblefield, 5350 Grassy Run Road, 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: June 19, 2020. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Bradley O. Stubblefield BRADLEY OWEN STUBBLEFIELD 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 June 19, 2020. 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) 7936 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000555 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GOlDENSTONE WEAlTH MANAGEMENT, located at 5170 Golden Foothill Parkway, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762/Mailing Address: 2982 Aberdeen Lane, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): 1. Sanjay Varshney, General Partner, 5170 Golden Foothill Parkway, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762, 2. Andres Villegas, General

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The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: July 16, 2020. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Francesca Anderson FRANCESCA ANDERSON I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on July 16, 2020. 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) 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 7959

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Gregory C Forbes GREGORY C FORBES 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 July 10, 2020. 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) 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19 7985

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000626

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: lOVE BIRDS COFFEE AND TEA COMPANY, located at 4181 Highway 49, Ste. 100, Diamond Springs, CA 95619/ Mailing Address: 3790 Sheridan Rd., Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): 1. Garrett Sanders, 3790 Sheridan Rd., Cameron Park, CA 95682, 2. Jasmin Sanders, 3790 Sheridan Rd., Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: June 1, 2020. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Garrett Sanders GARRETT SANDERS 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 June 23, 2020. 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) 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 7960

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: COOl lEARNING CENTER INCORPORATED, located at 2968 Hwy 49 Ste. D, Cool, CA 95614 Registered owner(s): Cool Learning Center Inc., 2968 Hwy 49 Ste. D, Cool, CA 95614 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: July 16, 2020. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Kelley Wilson KELLEY WILSON, PRESIDENT I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on July 24, 2020. 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) 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19 7986

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000607

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000619

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. PORTIllO RANCH, 2. PORTIllO CHRISTMAS TREE FARM, 3. WEST COAST ADVENTURE PARK, 4. WEST COAST PRO SHOP, located at Green Valley & Greenwood, 323-640-001, 323-640-006, Placerville, CA 95667/Mailing Address: 3061 Rancheria Ct., Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Portillo Ranch LLC, 3061 Rancheria Ct., Shingle Springs, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: July 6, 2020. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Eric Portillo ERIC PORTILLO, MANAGER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on July 16, 2020. 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) 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 7961

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BIG OAK COTTAGE FOODS, located at 1540 Big Oak Rd., Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): 1. Ann Shreeve, 1540 Big Oak Rd., Placerville, CA 95667, 2. Bryant Shreeve, 1540 Big Oak Rd., 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: July 20, 2020.

PACIFIC CREST TRAIl BRIDGE PROJECT NO. 06081H.01 CONTRACT NO. E20-06 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed Bids will be received no later than 3:00 p.m., local time on August 12, 2020, at the Lobby Desk of the El Dorado Irrigation District Office, 2890 Mosquito Road, Placerville, CA 95667 for Construction Services for the Pacific Crest Trail Bridge, Project No. 06081H.01. Bids must be delivered before the submittal deadline. District will reject all Bids received after the specified date and will return such Bids to Bidders unopened. The work shall consist of constructing bridge abutments and trail to bridge apron transitions, and installing a prefabricated bridge already procured by the District, over the Echo Conduit open channel that runs through the Pacific Crest Trail. Bidding Documents contain the full description of the Work. A California Classification A contractor’s license is required. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit is scheduled for 9:00 a.m., local time, Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at the District’s Camp 5 Hydro Headquarters, 7225 Highway 50, Pollock Pines, CA, 95726, and then proceed to the Project Site, Atwood Road near Echo Lakes Road. PUBLIC WORKS LAWS. The project is a public works project subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). To be qualified for this project, a contractor must be registered with the DIR. In addition, pursuant to prevailing wage laws, copies of the prevailing wage rates are on file at the District’s principal office and are available on request. Contract documents and drawings are only available electronically. Contract Documents may be obtained on the District’s website located at http://www.eid. org/doing-business-with-eid/procurementand-contracts. The Engineer’s Estimate is between $50,000 and $75,000. Questions regarding this project should be directed to the Project Manager by emailing Mr. John Kessler at jkessler@ eid.org, or by calling 530-642-4056. Dated this 15th day of July, 2020 EL DORADO IRRIGATION DISTRICT /s/ John Kessler for Elizabeth Dawson, P.E., Engineering Manager 7/15, 7/22, 7/29 7938 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PC 20200321 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Christopher Doody, Kennedy Doody filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: CHRISTOPHER RENÉ DOODY KENNEDY LAUREN DOODY SAVANNAH CLAIRE DOODY Proposed name: CHRISTOPHER RENÉ CAPOZZOLI KENNEDY LAUREN CAPOZZOLI SAVANNAH CLAIRE CAPOZZOLI 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: SEPTEMBER 11, 2020, 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 JULY 6, 2020. /s/ Dylan Sullivan DYLAN SULLIVAN, Judge of the Superior Court 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 7942 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000604

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000553

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: VOlUTION GAllERY, located at 452 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Zachary E Pangborn, 250 Middletown Road, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: October 15, 2011. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Zachary E Pangborn ZACHARY E PANGBORN 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 July 16, 2020. 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) 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 7958

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TROPICAl DAYDREAMS TRAVEl, located at 2660 Cambridge Rd., Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Stephanie Webber, 2660 Cambridge Rd., Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: April 1, 2020. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Stephanie Webber STEPHANIE WEBBER 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 July 2, 2020. 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) 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 7964

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000605

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000578

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FlUTOPIA, located at 2159 Cardiff Circle, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Francesca Anderson, 2159 Cardiff Circle, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by an Individual.

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TIGER AEROSPACE, located at 2060 Danske Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Gregory C Forbes, 2060 Danske Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual.

Signature of Registrant: /s/ Ann Shreeve ANN SHREEVE /s/ Bryant Shreeve BRYANT SHREEVE 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 July 22, 2020. 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) 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19 7987

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Mitchell Ray McCormick MITCHELL RAY MCCORMICK 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 July 24, 2020. 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) 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19 7989

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000618 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FOlSOM lAKE MOBIlE NOTARY, located at 2668 Aberdeen Lane, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5665 Registered owner(s): Cameron Philip Yee Cespedes, 2668 Aberdeen Lane, El Dorado Hills, CA 957625665 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of Registrant: /s/ Cameron Philip Yee Cespedes CAMERON PHILIP YEE CESPEDES 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 July 22, 2020. 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) 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19 7988

NOTICE OF PUBlIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held on Thursday, August 20, 2020, at the hour of 6:00 p.m., at the El Dorado Hills Fire Station, 1050 Wilson Blvd., El Dorado Hills, California, for the purpose of establishing, by resolution, the appropriations limit for the 2020-2021 fiscal year for the El Dorado Hills County Water District as described in Article XIII B of the State Constitution. The proposed appropriations limit is $47,599,783. At said hearing the El Dorado Hills County Water District will consider all comments by interested persons. Documentation used in the determination of the appropriations limit is available for public review and may be obtained by contacting Jessica Braddock, Director of Finance at (916) 9336623 ext. 1020. Date: July 24, 2020 El Dorado Hills County Water District (Fire Department) Charles J. Hartley, President By: Jessica Braddock, Board Secretary 7/29, 8/3 7990 NOTICE OF INTENT TO APPOINT GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER Notice is hereby given that pursuant to California Education Code sections 5326 and 5328 the Governing Board of the Pioneer Union School District intends to appoint a qualified person to the vacant position on the Governing Board. Persons interested in applying for the position may do so by: 1) Submitting a written application form by 3:00 p.m., Monday, August 10, 2020 Applications are available in the Pioneer School District Office by writing 6862 Mt. Aukum Rd., Somerset, CA 95684; calling 620-3556; or picking up an application between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday at Pioneer School District Office on Mt. Aukum Road in Somerset. 2) You must meet the eligibility requirements which are: a) Registered voter in the Pioneer Union School District; b) Interest in serving children and parents of the Pioneer Union School District, and: c) Submitting the above referenced application and being interviewed by the Board. 7/29 7991

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. 2020A0000627 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: El DORADO lOCK & SECURITY, located at 4256 Diamond Meadows Way, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 Registered owner(s): 1. Briana Justine McCormick, 4256 Diamond Meadows Way, Diamond Springs, CA 95619, 2. Mitchell Ray McCormick, 4256 Diamond Meadows Way, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 This business is conducted by a Married Couple. PUBLIC NOTICE

School Year NOTICE 2020 - 2021 PUBlIC Free and Reduced-Price Meals School Year 2020 - 2021 In the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs

Free and Reduced-Price Meals

In the School lunch and SchoolSuperintendent Breakfast Programs On behalf of the school districts in ElNational Dorado County, Dr. Ed Manansala, of Schools, is announcing the policy to serve nutritious every day under the National SchoolSuperintendent Lunch Program of and/or School Breakfast Program. Each On behalf of the school meals districts in Elschool Dorado County, Dr. Ed Manansala, Schools, is announcing the policy to serve school and/or district central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party upon request.

nutritious meals every school day under the National School Lunch Program and/or School Breakfast Program. Each school and/or district central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party upon request. Effective July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021, children are eligible for free or reduced-price meals if the household income is Effective June 30, 2021,Eligibility children Guidelines are eligibleidentified for free orbelow. reduced-price meals if the household income is less than lessJuly than1, or2020 equalthrough to the Federal Income or equal to the Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines identified below. Free Eligibility Scale for Breakfast, Lunch, and Milk Twice Per Every Two Month Weeks

Reduced-Price Eligibility Scale for Lunch and Breakfast

Household Size

Year

Month

Year

Month

$ 16,588

$ 1,383

$ 692

$ 638

$ 319

$ 23,606

$ 1,968

$ 984

$ 908

$ 454

22,412

1,868

934

862

431

31,894

2,658

1,329

1,227

614

28,236

2,353

1,177

1,086

543

40,182

3,349

1,675

1,546

773

34,060

2,839

1,420

1,310

655

48,470

4,040

2,020

1,865

933

39,884

3,324

1,662

1,534

767

56,758

4,730

2,365

2,183

1,092

45,708

3,809

1,905

1,758

879

65,046

5,421

2,711

2,502

1,251

51,532

4,295

2,148

1,982

991

73,334

6,112

3,056

2,821

1,411

57,356

4,780

2,390

2,206

1,103

81,622

6,802

3,401

3,140

1,570

$ 243

$ 224

$ 112

$ 691

$ 346

$ 319

$ 160

Week

Twice Per Month

Every Two Weeks

Week

For each additional family member, add: $ 5,824

$ 486

$ 8,288

Households do not need to turn in an application when the household receives a notification letter saying that all children automatically Households do not need to turn in an application when the household receives a notification letter saying that all children qualify for free meals when any household member receives benefits from CalFresh, CalWORKs, or FDPIR. Children who meet the automatically qualify for free meals when any household member receives benefits from CalFresh, CalWORKs, or FDPIR. definition of foster, homeless, migrant, runaway, and children in their Head Start program are Head eligible for free Children who meet the definition of or foster, homeless, migrant, enrolled or runaway, and school’s children enrolled in their school’s Start meals. Contactare school officials any child in theschool household is not on child the notification letter. is The must let letter. schoolThe officials program eligible for freeif meals. Contact officials if any in the household nothousehold on the notification knowhousehold if they do must not want to receive freeknow or reduced-price meals. let school officials if they do not want to receive free or reduced-price meals. Applications will be sent to the household with a letter about the free and reduced-price meal program. Households that want to applyApplications for meal benefits out household one application all children the and household attending schools in the same district will bemust sent fill to the with afor letter about theinfree reduced-price meal program. Households that and wantgive it to thetotoapply the school forbenefits processing. See below for contact information well as website availability of online for meal must fill outappendix one application for school all children in the householdasattending schools and in the same district and give The it to school the to will the let school processing. See appendix below for school for contact information as well as website and applications. you for know if your application is approved or denied free or reduced-price meals. availability online applications. school will let you if your application approved denied free or reducedHouseholds mayofturn in an applicationThe at any time during theknow school year. If you areisnot eligibleornow, but for your household income meals. goes price down, household size goes up, or a household member starts receiving CalFresh, CalWORKs, or FDPIR, you may turn in an application at that time. Information given on the application will be used to determine eligibility and may be verified at any time during Households turnofficials. in an application at any time the Security school year. If you areany notadult eligible now, but your or household the school year bymay school The last four digits of during the Social number from in the household checking that income goes down, household size goes up, or a household member starts receiving CalFresh, CalWORKs, or FDPIR, you you do not have a Social Security number is required if you include income on the application. may turn in an application at that time. Information given on the application will be used to determine eligibility and may be Households that receive Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) benefits may be eligible for verified at any time during the school year by school officials. The last four digits of the Social Security number from any adult free or by fillingthat out you an application. in reduced-price the householdmeals or checking do not have a Social Security number is required if you include income on the Fosterapplication. children are eligible for free meals and may be included as a household member if the foster family chooses to also apply for the non-foster children on the same application. Including foster children as a household member may help the non-foster children qualify for free or reduced-price meals. If the non-foster children are not eligible, does not keepand foster children frombenefits receiving freebemeals. Households that receive Special Supplemental Nutrition Program forthis Women, Infants, Children (WIC) may Your child’s from lastmeals school into the new school year for up to 30 school days or until the school eligible eligibility for free orstatus reduced-price byyear fillingwill outcontinue an application. processes your new application, or your child is otherwise certified for free or reduced-price meals. After the 30 school days, your children formeals, free meals and may be included as a a household member if the foster family chooses to also child Foster will have to payare fulleligible price for unless the household receives notification letter for free or reduced-price meals. School apply non-foster onorthe same eligibility application. Including foster children as a household member may help the nonofficials do for notthe have to sendchildren reminder expired notices. qualify free ororreduced-price meals. If you the may non-foster children are notofficials. eligible, You this also doeshave not keep foster If youfoster do notchildren agree with the for decision results of verification, discuss it with school the right to a fair children free meals. hearing, whichfrom mayreceiving be requested by calling or writing the hearing official identified in the attached appendix. Appendix Appendix Your child’s eligibility status from last school year will continue into the new school year for up to 30 school days or until the Below is aiscontact list for each school district in El Dorado County. PleasePlease direct any questions about the process to the appropriate Below a contact list for each school district El Dorado County. direct any questions about the the process to the school processes your new application, or yourinchild is otherwise certified for free or reduced-price meals. After 30 school contact for yourchild school. appropriate forhave yourtoschool. days, yourcontact will pay full price for meals, unless the household receives a notification letter for free or reduced-price meals. School officials do not have to send reminder or expired eligibility notices. Online Application? District Application Contact Hearing Official District Web Site If you not agree with District the decision or results of verification, you may Meyers, discussSuperintendent it with school officials. You also have the right Black Oak do Mine Unified School Renee Hedden Jeremy Not available 6540 Springs Road, Georgetown 530-333-8314 http://www.bomusd.org/ to Wentworth a fair hearing, which may be requested by calling or writing the530-333-8300 hearing official identified in the attached appendix.

* Students attending Otter Creek Elementary School eat breakfast and lunch at no cost to the families under the Community Eligibility Provision program. If you have another student who attends a school that is not listed and you are submitting an application for them, remember to include the student(s) at the above site in the household section of your application. For questions, please call the Application Contact listed above. Buckeye Union School District 5049 Robert J. Matthews Parkway, El Dorado Hills

Kim Andreasen, Director of Food Services 530-677-2277 Ext. 1248

Jackie McHaney, Asst. Superintendent 530-677-2261, x1027

Yes http://www.buckeyeusd.org/

Camino Union School District 3060 Snows Road, Camino

Tina Constancio 530-644-4552, x268

Matt Smith, Superintendent 530-644-4552

Not available http://www.caminoschool.org/

El Dorado County Office of Education Charter Program 6767 Green Valley Road, Placerville

Brenda Higgins, Food Service Supervisor 530-295-2496

Jenny Pettit, Director, Child Development Programs 530-295-2307

Yes http://edcoe.org/administrativeservices/food-service/chartermenus

El Dorado Union High School District 4675 Missouri Flat Road, Placerville

Lisa Baughn 530-622-5081, x7234

Robert Whittenberg, Assistant Superintendent 530-622-5081, x7227

Yes http://www.eduhsd.k12.ca.us/

Gold Oak Union School District 3171 Pleasant Valley Road, Placerville

Stan Duran 530-626-3148

Meg Enns, Superintendent 530-626-3150

Yes http://www.gousd.org

Gold Trail Union School District 4801 Luneman Road, Placerville

Clarisse Fanning, Administrative Assistant 530-626-3194

Scott Lyons, Superintendent 530-626-3194

Yes http://www.gtusd.org/

Lake Tahoe Unified School District 1021 Al Tahoe Boulevard, S Lake Tahoe

Sharon Laughton 530-541-2850, x1050

Andrea Salazar, Chief Business & Operations Officer 530-541-2850, x1039

Yes http://www.ltusdfood.org/

Latrobe School District 7900 S Shingle Road, Shingle Springs

Tracy Pearson 530-677-0260, x301

Natalie Miller, Superintendent 530-677-0260, x302

Not available http://www.latrobeschool.com/

Mother Lode Union School District 3783 Forni Road, Placerville

Bobbi Lujan 530-622-4814

Marcy Guthrie, Superintendent 530-622-6464

Yes http://www.mlusd.net/

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Kelly Howard, CBO 530-620-3556

Not available http://www.pioneerusd.org/

* Placerville Union School District 1032 Thompson Way, Placerville

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Jen Fusano, CBO 530-622-7216

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* Students attending Louisiana Schnell School eat breakfast and lunch at no cost to the families under the Community Eligibility Provision program. If you have another student who attends a school that is not listed and you are submitting an application for them, remember to include the student(s) at the above site in the household section of your application. For questions, please call the Application Contact listed above. Pollock Pines School District 2701 Amber Trail, Pollock Pines

Sue Meeth 530-644-5416

Pat Atkins, Superintendent 530-644-5416

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2019 Hands4Hope — Youth Making A Difference School Supply drive volunteers Kenzie Misso and Cecile Wu sit among the 300 backpacks donated to children in the community. The School Supply Drive Committee hopes to help more than 300 children again with the 2020 event.

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or the seventh year in a row, Hands4Hope — Youth Making A Difference members are collecting school supplies to help local students in need start the year off on the right foot by providing backpacks pre-filled with supplies. Understanding that the start of this school year is going to be different than any they have ever experienced, the Hands4Hope — Youth Making A Difference School

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OFFICIAL City of Placerville TITLE AND SUMMARY Recognition of Wopumnes Nisenan-MeWuk Tribe for Tribal Consultation under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) The proposed initiative would direct the City Council to adopt a resolution recognizing the Wopumnes Nisenan-MeWuk Tribe for Tribal Consultation under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) on all City development projects in the City of Placerville authorized from 2012 to present. The proposed initiative would direct the City to send a letter of endorsement with the adopted resolutions to the State of California Native American Heritage Commission, requesting the Wopumnes Tribe be added to the State’s CEQA Tribal Consultation List. 3556154.1 NOTICE OF INTENT TO CIRCULATE PETITION Notice is hereby given of the intention of the person whose name appears hereon to circulate a petition within the City of Placerville for the purpose answering the question: Shall the City of Placerville adopt this statement as a resolution and recognize the Wopumnes Nisenan-Mewuk Tribe as the historic, aboriginal, El Dorado County Indians for the purpose of “Tribal Consultation” matters of CEQA in all City development projects authorized from 2012 to present and immediately send a letter of endorsement with this resolution to the Native American Heritage Commission requesting the Wopumnes be added to the “AB-52 State Tribal Consultation List”. YES_______ NO ________ THE PLACERVILLE CITIZENS’ PLAN FOR THE RESPONSIBLE MANAGEMENT OF HISTORIC RESOURCES: NATIVE AMERICAN RESOURCES The Wopumnes need to have the ability to protect their sacred sites within their historical territory of El Dorado County which includes Placerville. On June 23, 2020, City Council had the opportunity to give “Tribal Consultation Status” on the Upper Broadway Bikeway Project and all projects by resolution and has abstained from doing that. This Initiative is filed within the 30 day time limit of that decision and requests a special election, the alternative this Initiative is to be placed on the November 2020 ballot. A statement of the reasons of the proposed action as contemplated in the petition is as follows: ****** Statement of Reasons Part 1. Title. This initiative shall be known as the “Citizens’ Plan for the Responsible Management of Historic Resources: Native American Resources”. Part 2. Findings and Declarations. The People of the City of Placerville hereby find and declare all of the following: Whereas: The residents of Placerville have a profound and deep appreciation for our historic roots, which lead to the events of the California Gold Rush, and; Whereas: The Wopumnes Tribe was described in 1848, by John Sutter in his diaries, as helping build the Mill at Coloma, which initiated the Gold Rush, and; Whereas: The Wopumnes Tribe signed the “Treaty of Consumnes River” for peace and friendship, with the United States Government on September 18, 1851, being promised 500 cows and 25 square miles of their own territory, and; Whereas: The Wopumnes Nisenan-Mewuk Tribe of El Dorado County described in the April 16, 1870, Sacramento Daily Union article “Pow-Wow in Shingle Springs” as the “Digger Indians of Shingle Springs”, lead by “Chief Charlie”, and; Whereas: In 1905-06, members of the Wopumnes Tribe were identified living in El Dorado County and listed in the Special California Census of Off-Reservation Indians conducted by the Federal Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) special agent C.E. Kelsey, and; Whereas: In 1915, those Wopumnes individuals, were verified again by BIA special agent, John Terrell, for the purpose of purchasing their village homeland in El Dorado County, and in 1920 that land was placed into trust for the “MeWuk Tribe”, and; Whereas: Published in the October 8, 1928, the Placerville Republican-Democrat Newspaper, Charles R. Padilla, Captain of Digger Indians of Greenstone (the Wopumnes), lead the Indians of California in a statewide lawsuit against the Federal Government which eventually caused the Congressional, Indian Reorganization (IRA) Act of 1934, and; Whereas: The Wopumnes individually participated in the Federal Indian Reorganization Act, in 1935, by exercising their rights to vote, becoming immediately known in Federal Records as the “Shingle Springs Indians of El Dorado County, California”, and; Whereas: The BIA issued “Identification Papers” for the El Dorado County Indians stating that they are “Miwok”, and; Whereas: Today the living descendants of those Wopumnes Consumnes River Treaty signers have 23 decades of Local and Federal records in El Dorado County, and can be found in history books, newspapers and on the walls of museums throughout El Dorado County, and; Whereas: The Wopumnes built the exhibits at and represent the Nisenan Village as Docents at Marshall Gold State Park, Coloma, and; Whereas: The Wopumnes need to have the ability to protect their sacred sites within their historical territory of El Dorado County which Placerville. The City Council has the authority and was given the opportunity to provide “Tribal Consultation Status” to the Wopumnes by resolution during their discussion of the Wopumnes’ Upper Broadway Site, and; Whereas: This initiative does not retract “Federal Recognition” from any other Indian Tribe. Therefore: The citizens of Placerville see the peoples of the “Wopumnes Tribe” as integral to El Dorado County History and tasks the Placerville City Council to protect our historic resources by recognizing the “Wopumnes Nisenan-MeWuk Tribe” in “Tribal Consultation” matters of CEQA for all City development projects authorized from 2012 to present and directs the City to adopt this resolution and immediately send a letter of endorsement with this resolution to the Native American Heritage Commission requesting the Wopumnes be added to the “AB-52 State Tribal Consultation List”. *************Mandi Rodriguez Proponent Address on file ////

Wednesday, Aug. 5. Items may be dropped in the blue collection barrels at the Hands4Hope Youth Centers or by appointment. THe centers are located at 877 Embarcadero Drive, Suite 3, El Dorado Hils and 905-A Spring St. in Placerville. In person donations can also be made at the Placerville Youth Center on July 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and on Aug. 5 from 2-4 p.m. and at the El Dorado Hills office, 873 Embarcadero Drive, Suite 5, on July 28-30 and Aug. 4 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information about making a donation contact Placek at melissap@ hands4hopeyouth.org or (530) 556-5864. Collected supplies will be distributed the first Friday of August through a distribution event coordinated in conjunction with Placerville Unified School District. The school supplies collected during this drive are essential to offset these costs for local families who are struggling financially. Struggles are greater this year than in recent years due to COVID-19 and its impact on jobs and the economy. The Supply Drive Committee, made up of 10 youth and three adult mentors, has had to change the way it collects donations from the community due to current social distancing and safety guidelines related to COVID-19. In years past the youth have been able to go into local businesses to request participation and support, as well as set up mini collection events. This year committee members have had to embrace the use of virtual platforms and contactless donations.

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